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Evening StandardErik ten Hag told Manchester United star who should be dropped for crunch Aston Villa clash
Red Devils boss surely has to get his team selection right for pivotal Villa Park trip after Porto drama
- The Telegraph
Dire Matthijs De Ligt was bullied and bamboozled – he must be taken out of the firing line
It was last month that Ronald Koeman revealed he substituted Matthijs de Ligt for his own good. At fault for both of Germany’s goals in a 2-2 draw, the Netherlands defender was taken off at half-time to spare him any more humiliation, just days after an unconvincing showing against Bosnia & Herzegovina.
- The Guardian
Ten Hag criticises Rashford in Porto but denies substitution was punishment
Manchester United’s manager said withdrawing one of his goalscorers in the 3-3 draw with Porto was for rotation and asked: ‘Don’t judge us in this moment’
- Evening Standard
What happened to Michael Schumacher, the racing driver who smashed records – then vanished
With news that the F1 icon has been seen in public for the first time in 11 years since his life-changing accident, Vicky Jessop looks back at the life and career at one of the sport’s brightest stars
- The Telegraph
Mo Salah screamer gives Arne Slot best start of any Liverpool manager
Move over Bill, Bob, Kenny and Jurgen. Arne Slot has momentarily put the Anfield legends in the shade with the best start of any Liverpool manager.
- Evening Standard
Why Arsenal beating PSG felt strangely insignificant as Champions League problem emerges
Revamped competition is already suffering from a distinct lack of jeopardy with a long road ahead
- Hello!
Prince George's daring new hobby revealed – 'He absolutely loves it'
Prince George has been able to experience a lot of things during his life and during a meeting with Olympic stars, Prince William revealed that the youngster had a new hair-raising new hobby
- Evening Standard
Champions League table: League phase latest standings for 2024-25 season
Second week of fixtures underway
- The Guardian
Unai Emery says Aston Villa targeted Manuel Neuer in triumph over Bayern
Unai Emery said Aston Villa targeted Manuel Neuer’s sweeper-keeper habits after Jhon Durán lobbed the Bayern Munich keeper in the Champions League
- Evening Standard
Aaron Ramsdale returns to Arsenal with no bad blood as goalkeeper bids to haunt Mikel Arteta with Southampton
England international is back at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday bidding to thwart his former club after brave decision to leave
- Associated Press
Knicks add Karl-Anthony Towns from Timberwolves after completing three-team trade with Hornets
Karl-Anthony Towns joined the Knicks on Wednesday after the Minnesota Timberwolves sent their four-time All-Star to New York in a three-team trade that also included the Charlotte Hornets. The deal was agreed to Friday but took a few days to complete under the NBA's complicated new trade rules, meaning Towns has not been able to practice with the Knicks in their first two days of training camp in Charleston, South Carolina.
- Evening Standard
Enzo Maresca hails Christopher Nkunku after 'special day' capped with Chelsea goal
Nkunku is back in France squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures
- The Daily Beast
Prince William Loses His Voice Cheering His Team to Historic Soccer Victory
Prince William lost his voice at a soccer game Wednesday night, after joining in wild celebrations as he cheered on his team, Aston Villa, to a historic victory against elite German side Bayern Munich.William, 42, was a month away from even being born at the two teams’ legendary last meeting—a European cup final in May 1982, which Villa won.The prince, sporting his new beard, looked relaxed and happy as he watched the Champions League game, no doubt buoyed by ongoing positive news about his wife
- Yahoo Sports
Lionel Messi wins record 46th trophy — because Inter Miami was great with and without him
Inter Miami clinched the MLS Supporters' Shield with a wild 3-2 win over Columbus. Messi scored twice, including a trademark free kick.
- PA Media: Video
Tottenham boss hails his young guns but is not a fan of ‘Ange’s Angels’ tag
Ange Postecoglou saluted his four teenage starters after they helped Tottenham to a hard-fought 2-1 victory at Ferencvaros in the Europa League, but is not ready to dub them ‘Ange’s Angels’ yet. Four players aged 19 or under were named in the Spurs line-up in Budapest with full debuts handed to academy graduates Mikey Moore and Will Lankshear, but the duo brushed off their inexperience to combine to set up Pape Sarr’s 23rd-minute opener.
- Evening Standard
Europa League table 2024-25: Latest standings, fixtures and results after Tottenham win but Man United stumble
Manchester United, Tottenham and Rangers all involved in revamped tournament
- Evening Standard
Manchester United XI vs Porto: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Europa League today
Erik ten Hag handed key midfield boost for a crucial clash with the Portuguese giants
- AFP News
Slot makes Liverpool history as Reds beat Bologna
Arne Slot became the first Liverpool manager to win eight of his opening nine matches as Mohamed Salah's brilliant strike sealed a 2-0 victory against Bologna in the Champions League on Wednesday.Slot, who managed in the Champions League with Feyenoord, said he wanted to create a "special night" and the history-making win surely lived up to that billing.
- The Guardian
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Gary O’Neil finds himself in a tight spot, Jadon Sancho helps lead Chelsea revival and Leicester need to get on front foot
- Evening Standard
Arne Slot delivers verdict on Premier League lunchtime kick-offs with 'stupid' Liverpool claim
Liverpool travel to Crystal Palace for early kick-off on Saturday