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The Independent - Football

Why Man City’s clash with Newcastle is about a lot more than just the Carabao Cup

As Pep Guardiola continues to revamp his City squad, this League Cup campaign might be the start of something so much bigger

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The Independent - Football

Why Man City’s clash with Newcastle is about a lot more than just the Carabao Cup

The Mirror - Football

FA Cup fourth-round draw in FULL as Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea learn fate

The FA Cup third round is almost over and clubs have now learned who they will take on in the next round with Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea all still among the contenders for the trophy

4 hours ago

The Mirror - Football

FA Cup fourth-round draw in FULL as Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea learn fate

The Mirror - Football

Danny Welbeck's phonecall from Sir Alex Ferguson that spoke volumes after FA Cup heroics

Danny Welbeck once shared how Sir Alex Ferguson called him after his FA Cup heroics, highlighting their enduring bond since the legendary manager sparked his Manchester United career

5 hours ago

The Mirror - Football

Danny Welbeck's phonecall from Sir Alex Ferguson that spoke volumes after FA Cup heroics

The Guardian - Football

FA Cup fourth round draw: Macclesfield to host Brentford, Villa face Newcastle

Seven Premier League clubs will be visiting lower-league opposition with Chelsea’s Liam Rosenior returning to his former club Hull City And spare a thought for Palace fans after this weekend … Wembley glory in May and despair in January … News filtering through that Arne Slot will be taking ...

3 hours ago

The Guardian - Football

FA Cup fourth round draw: Macclesfield to host Brentford, Villa face Newcastle

The Guardian - Football

Lucas Paquetá asked not to play for West Ham in FA Cup and wants to join Flamengo

Midfielder unhappy in England and keen on Brazil return West Ham would like to keep him and reject €35m bid Lucas Paquetá asked to be left out of West Ham’s FA Cup tie against QPR and is keen to join Flamengo this month. The Brazilian club had a €35m (£30.3m) bid rejected on Monday but are ...

5 hours ago

The Guardian - Football

Lucas Paquetá asked not to play for West Ham in FA Cup and wants to join Flamengo

The Guardian - Football

Is Morocco ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup? Afcon indicates yes | Jonathan Wilson

The Africa Cup of Nations has been a brilliant display for a continent carrying no doubt about quality on the pitch More than any other continental tournament, there is always a sense with the Africa Cup of Nations that it is a referendum on the continent’s football generally. Perhaps it’s because ...

7 hours ago

The Guardian - Football

Is Morocco ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup? Afcon indicates yes | Jonathan Wilson

The Guardian - Football

FA Cup third round: 10 talking points from the weekend’s football

Crystal Palace’s stars wilt, Manchester City’s youngsters shine, and Liam Rosenior starts in stylish fashion Playing against lower-league opposition as a top-flight side in the FA Cup is like batting on the first morning of a Test match – you cannot really win and failure can prompt humiliation ...

15 hours ago

The Guardian - Football

FA Cup third round: 10 talking points from the weekend’s football

The Guardian - Football

Qatar in talks with Fifa to host first Women’s Club World Cup in January 2028

Qatar has no Fifa women’s ranking after lack of games January tournament will disrupt domestic seasons Qatar is in talks with Fifa about staging the inaugural Women’s Club World Cup, which is in line to cause major disruption to domestic seasons in 2027-28, including in Europe. Fifa announced ...

14 hours ago

The Guardian - Football

Qatar in talks with Fifa to host first Women’s Club World Cup in January 2028

The Guardian - Football

Macclesfield and the greatest upset in FA Cup history: Football Weekly – video

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Sam Dalling as sixth-tier Macclesfield beat the holders Palace. On the podcast today: what a moment for Macclesfield. The club were out of existence six years ago and have now beaten Crystal Palace, the holders, to book their place in the ...

9 hours ago

The Guardian - Football

Macclesfield and the greatest upset in FA Cup history: Football Weekly – video

BBC sport

Macclesfield to host Brentford in FA Cup fourth round - see full draw

Sixth-tier Macclesfield are rewarded with a home tie against Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round after their shock win over holders Crystal Palace.

4 hours ago

BBC sport

Macclesfield to host Brentford in FA Cup fourth round - see full draw

The Independent - Football

Man Utd release statement after Bruno Fernandes’ social media hacked with anti-Ineos posts

The club explained Fernandes had been hacked after his account posted ‘let’s get rid of Ineos’ following the FA Cup defeat against Brighton

12 hours ago

Man Utd release statement after Bruno Fernandes’ social media hacked with anti-Ineos posts

The Mirror - Football

Cristiano Ronaldo's Michael Carrick verdict resurfaces as Man Utd close in on new manager

Michael Carrick is expected to be appointed as Manchester United interim manager within the next 48 hours as the former England midfielder returns to Old Trafford

3 hours ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's Michael Carrick verdict resurfaces as Man Utd close in on new manager

The Mirror - Football

Man Utd make transfer decision on young star as new manager set to arrive

Manchester United have made a big loan decision on one young star ahead of a new interim manager being appointed with Michael Carrick the favourite to take over

5 hours ago

Man Utd make transfer decision on young star as new manager set to arrive

The Mirror - Football

Man Utd ace now living in Sir Alex Ferguson's £3.5m mansion icon sold after wife died

Sir Alex Ferguson lived in a stunning mansion with his late wife Cathy, but the Cheshire home is now understood to be inhabited by one Manchester United ace

5 hours ago

Man Utd ace now living in Sir Alex Ferguson's £3.5m mansion icon sold after wife died

The Mirror - Football

Man Utd have become a parody and could eclipse Liverpool's darkest years

Manchester United's season is all but over after their FA Cup exit as the manager-less club lurches from one disaster to the next with no light at the end of the tunnel

6 hours ago

Man Utd have become a parody and could eclipse Liverpool's darkest years

The Mirror - Football

Man Utd transfer news: Rivals steal march in race for midfielder as surprise decision made

Manchester United's hunt for January transfers could make or break a campaign that has already been severely disrupted by the departure of manager Ruben Amorim

6 hours ago

Man Utd transfer news: Rivals steal march in race for midfielder as surprise decision made

The Mirror - Football

Michael Carrick’s first spell as Man Utd boss relived as he beats Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to job

Michael Carrick will return to Old Trafford for a second time as manager after beating Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to the job - and he will hope to enjoy as much success as his first stint

6 hours ago

Michael Carrick’s first spell as Man Utd boss relived as he beats Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to job

BBC sport

Is Carrick the right man for Man Utd?

Michael Carrick is favourite to be named Man United's next interim manager. Simon Stone assesses if he is the right fit for the job.

4 hours ago

Is Carrick the right man for Man Utd?

BBC sport

'Of course' - Rooney would be willing to join favourite Carrick at Man Utd

Wayne Rooney says it would be a "no-brainer" to rejoin Manchester United as a coach if Michael Carrick is appointed as a caretaker boss until the end of the season.

5 hours ago

'Of course' - Rooney would be willing to join favourite Carrick at Man Utd

BBC sport

Carrick would bring spirit of Man Utd back - Rooney

Wayne Rooney discusses Michael Carrick’s potential role as Manchester United caretaker and whether he’d join the coaching staff.

5 hours ago

Carrick would bring spirit of Man Utd back - Rooney

The Mirror - Football

Arne Slot angry with Dominik Szoboszlai as Liverpool star accused of 'disrespectful' act

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai had a rollercoaster evening as the Reds booked their spot in the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 4-1 win against League One side Barnsley at Anfield

43 minutes ago

Arne Slot angry with Dominik Szoboszlai as Liverpool star accused of 'disrespectful' act

The Mirror - Football

Liverpool survive Barnsley scare as Dominik Szoboszlai goes from hero to zero - 6 talking points

LIVERPOOL 4-1 BARNSLEY: Arne Slot's Reds had their work cut out for them to find a route past Barnsley in the FA Cup with Dominik Szoboszlai at the heart of everything

1 hour ago

Liverpool survive Barnsley scare as Dominik Szoboszlai goes from hero to zero - 6 talking points

The Mirror - Football

Instant Xabi Alonso sack theory emerges as Real Madrid appoint another ex-Liverpool star

Real Madrid have confirmed in a statement that they have decided to part company with former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso, who spent eight months in charge as manager

2 hours ago

Instant Xabi Alonso sack theory emerges as Real Madrid appoint another ex-Liverpool star

The Mirror - Football

Dominik Szoboszlai leaves commentator stunned with bizarre Liverpool error - 'What on earth'

TNT Sports commentator Ally McCoist was left stunned by Dominik Szoboszlai's mistake which cost Liverpool a goal in their FA Cup third roune tie against Barnsley

2 hours ago

Dominik Szoboszlai leaves commentator stunned with bizarre Liverpool error - 'What on earth'

The Mirror - Football

Xabi Alonso has already dropped major Liverpool hint as Real Madrid boss brutally sacked

Real Madrid have confirmed the exit of Xabi Alonso just eight months after he rejoined the Spanish club from Bayer Leverkusen, having also been linked with a stunning return to Liverpool

3 hours ago

Xabi Alonso has already dropped major Liverpool hint as Real Madrid boss brutally sacked

The Mirror - Football

Real Madrid announce Xabi Alonso's ex-Liverpool team-mate as his replacement

Real Madrid have parted company with Xabi Alonso after just eight months following a defeat by Barcelona and have acted fast to confirm the ex-midfielder's replacement

4 hours ago

Real Madrid announce Xabi Alonso's ex-Liverpool team-mate as his replacement

The Mirror - Football

How to watch Liverpool vs Barnsley - TV channel, live stream and radio coverage

Liverpool host Barnsley in the FA Cup third round on Monday night in the final cup clash of a jam-packed weekend of action

6 hours ago

How to watch Liverpool vs Barnsley - TV channel, live stream and radio coverage

The Mirror - Football

Liverpool transfer news: Conor Bradley replacement identified as contract talks confirmed

Liverpool could be forced to act in the transfer market this month with injuries mounting up for the Reds

6 hours ago

Liverpool transfer news: Conor Bradley replacement identified as contract talks confirmed

The Guardian - Football

Football transfer rumours: Liverpool and Chelsea eye Ramón" Gallagher to Spurs"

Today’s rumours need a bit of a stir Most footballers become famous for playing the game but others attract renown for not liking it – foremost among the latter category is Arsenal’s Ben White. Accordingly, it would make sense were he to join David Moyes’s Everton, who are seeking to resolve ...

14 hours ago

Football transfer rumours: Liverpool and Chelsea eye Ramón" Gallagher to Spurs"

The Sun Football News

Fuming Arne Slot to speak to Szoboszlai over 'weird' Liverpool error that 'shouldn't even happen in a training session'

DOMINIK SZOBOSZLAI stunned TNT Sports pundits and manager Arne Slot with a horrendous blunder - after scoring an absolute belter. The Hungarian had scored a rocket into the top corner close to the start of Liverpool's FA Cup third-round clash against Barnsley. Jeremie Frimpong then smashed home the Reds' ...

2 hours ago

Fuming Arne Slot to speak to Szoboszlai over 'weird' Liverpool error that 'shouldn't even happen in a training session'

The Independent - Football

Man United pick lead candidate for interim manager after interviews with Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Darren Fletcher’s candidacy may have been damaged by United’s FA Cup exit on Sunday

11 hours ago

Man United pick lead candidate for interim manager after interviews with Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

The Mirror - Football

Pep Guardiola's thoughts on Michael Carrick come to light before Manchester derby

Michael Carrick is set to lead Manchester United into this weekend’s Manchester derby after winning the race to become interim manager - and he will come up against Pep Guardiola

3 hours ago

Pep Guardiola's thoughts on Michael Carrick come to light before Manchester derby

The Guardian - Football

Manchester United to confirm Michael Carrick as interim manager

He wants Woodgate as a coach and will offer Fletcher role Money available for transfers and Rúben Neves a target Manchester United expect to confirm Michael Carrick as the interim manager on Tuesday, with finance to be at the 44‑year‑old’s disposal to strengthen the squad should a target for ...

6 hours ago

Manchester United to confirm Michael Carrick as interim manager

BBC sport

Man Utd close to agreeing Carrick return as caretaker

Michael Carrick is close to agreeing a deal to return to Manchester United as caretaker head coach for the rest of the season.

4 hours ago

Man Utd close to agreeing Carrick return as caretaker

The Sun Football News

Wayne Rooney ready to sensationally join Man Utd as coach – but Michael Carrick could opt for fierce rival as assistant

WAYNE ROONEY has backed Michael Carrick to “bring the spirit of Manchester United back." The Red Devils were last night closing on a deal for Carrick, 44, to take over as caretaker boss. And pal Rooney, the club’s 253-goal record scorer, wants to be part of his coaching staff. He said: "The club ...

46 minutes ago

Wayne Rooney ready to sensationally join Man Utd as coach – but Michael Carrick could opt for fierce rival as assistant

The Sun Football News

How Michael Carrick won race to become Man Utd interim manager with hierarchy left irritated by Solskjaer idea

IF Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was the manager at Manchester United, Michael Carrick was the coach. That always made Carrick a more logical candidate than a manager who lasted eight months in his only job in the past eight years. Carrick fits the Ineos profile: young, tactically astute and so calm he will not ...

5 hours ago

How Michael Carrick won race to become Man Utd interim manager with hierarchy left irritated by Solskjaer idea

The Sun Football News

Who is Michael Carrick's wife Lisa Roughead and how many children do couple have?

MICHAEL CARRICK has emerged as the favourite to take over from Darren Fletcher as Manchester United's caretaker coach. Michael Carrick, 44, is hopeful of seeing off former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to take the caretaker role afterthe pair held talks with Manchester United last week. The club hasn't ...

7 hours ago

Who is Michael Carrick's wife Lisa Roughead and how many children do couple have?

The Guardian - Football

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after seven months and replaced by Álvaro Arbeloa

Super Cup final defeat by Barcelona spells the end Madrid are four points off Catalan club at top of La Liga Xabi Alonso has left his job as coach of Real Madrid, only seven months after arriving for his first day at the club’s Valdebebas training ground. A brief statement announced his departure ...

5 hours ago

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after seven months and replaced by Álvaro Arbeloa

BBC sport

Why Alonso's reign is over at Real Madrid

After Xabi Alonso's departure as Real Madrid manager, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks into where it all went wrong.

3 hours ago

Why Alonso's reign is over at Real Madrid

BBC sport

Manager Alonso leaves Real Madrid as Arbeloa takes charge

Xabi Alonso leaves his position as Real Madrid manager after less than eight months in charge as former Liverpool team-mate Alvaro Arbeloa is appointed as replacement.

5 hours ago

Manager Alonso leaves Real Madrid as Arbeloa takes charge

BBC sport

Simeone apologises to Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone accepts his behaviour towards Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior during their Spanish Super Cup semi-final was wrong

8 hours ago

Simeone apologises to Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr

The Sun Football News

Alvaro Arbeloa is win-at-all-costs Real Madrid boss who idolises Mourinho and replaced Liverpool pal Alonso in 8 minutes

NOBODY played more matches with new Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa than Xabi Alonso. Across 262 matches for Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Spain the pair racked up over 20,000 minutes on the field together. That is the equivalent of spending almost two weeks of their life on a football pitch during ...

3 hours ago

Alvaro Arbeloa is win-at-all-costs Real Madrid boss who idolises Mourinho and replaced Liverpool pal Alonso in 8 minutes

The Sun Football News

Real Madrid replace Xabi Alonso with former Liverpool team-mate, 42, just eight minutes after announcing his departure

XABI ALONSO has left Real Madrid a day after losing the Super Cup final to Barcelona. A club statement said the decision for the former midfielder to leave was by mutual agreement. The 44-year-old spent five years with the Spanish giants as a player and returned to the club as manager in the summer. ...

5 hours ago

Real Madrid replace Xabi Alonso with former Liverpool team-mate, 42, just eight minutes after announcing his departure