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Evening StandardPorto 3-3 Manchester United: Harry Maguire rescues late point but familiar failings for Erik ten Hag
Same problems for United and Ten Hag in Europe in six-goal thriller
- The Telegraph
How 11-v-11 practice matches and Benitez-like obsession have got Arne Slot’s Liverpool purring
Shortly after a Liverpool coach was recruited and made an instant impression with a few notable scalps, an Anfield executive made a timeless and universal observation.
- 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 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
- Evening Standard
Champions League table: League phase latest standings for 2024-25 season
Second week of fixtures underway
- 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’
- 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
- Elle
We Finally Know Why Taylor Swift Has Been Missing Chiefs Games
Wondering why Taylor Swift has skipped Travis Kelce’s latest Chiefs games? Sources reveal she has two very good reasons.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
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
- Evening Standard
Porto vs Manchester United: Europa League prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h, odds today
Under-pressure Erik ten Hag faces a crunch clash in Portugal after Tottenham rout
- Evening Standard
Harry Maguire thrown England lifeline despite snub as Lee Carsley explains Dominic Solanke call-up
Maguire left out of squad for Nations League games against Greece and Finland
- Evening Standard
Emile Smith Rowe driven by desire to earn England recall, says Fulham boss Marco Silva
Smith Rowe has made a bright start at Fulham but was left out of the latest England squad by interim manager Lee Carsley
- The Telegraph
Lee Carsley makes Cole Palmer central to England plan
Lee Carsley is intent on making Cole Palmer central to his England plans as he prepares to name his squad for the Nations League games against Greece and Finland.
- Yahoo Sports
Mauricio Pochettino's first USMNT roster speaks to central tension of his 2026 project
Pochettino said that the door is "open" to new USMNT players, but his first roster is a near-replica of Gregg Berhalter's Copa América roster.
- Evening Standard
Chelsea player ratings vs Gent: Mykhailo Mudryk takes his chance but Cesare Casadei disappoints
Blues’ attacking stars deliver in opening European victory