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Paris 2024 day-by-day guide of events
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 day-by-day guide of events

BBC  

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Eddie Howe Pledges Newcastle United Commitment Amid Links to England Coach Role
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Eddie Howe Pledges Newcastle United Commitment Amid Links to England Coach Role

News 18  

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe said he is dedicated to the club and will remain as long as he is “happy and feels supported”, amid reports linking him to the England head coach position following Gareth Southgate’s exit. I am determined to win a trophy for the football club – that is in my psyche every day.” The FA, England’s …

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JK Rowling is accused of cruelty as she mocks transgender football manager by comparing her to a 'straight, white, middle-aged bloke'
8 months ago

JK Rowling is accused of cruelty as she mocks transgender football manager by comparing her to a 'straight, white, middle-aged bloke'

Daily Mail  

Author JK Rowling has been accused of cruelty for mocking the world's first openly transgender football manager, comparing her to a 'straight, white, middle-aged bloke'. The transgender referee is the first trans manager in the top five divisions of English Women's football. LGBTQ + charity Pride posted on social media congratulating transgender referee Lucy Clark JK Rowling took to X …

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Ryan Giggs and football: A very complicated relationship
9 months ago

Ryan Giggs and football: A very complicated relationship

New York Times  

The celebration was almost as glorious as the goal itself. Ryan Giggs called his spell in caretaker charge of United his proudest moment “George Best has a statue outside Old Trafford and his charge sheet off the pitch is much worse than Ryan’s,” says the writer and author Frank Worrall. And that can be conflicting — “Sir Bobby he certainly …

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Uefa refuses to throw Israel out of European football despite Middle East protests
11 months, 1 week ago

Uefa refuses to throw Israel out of European football despite Middle East protests

The Telegraph  

Uefa has “no intention” of throwing Israel out of the European Championship over the country’s response to the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks there. The governing body’s general secretary, Theodore Theodoridis, ruled out imposing a ban on the country after a group of Middle East football associations called for it to be banished from the world game amid the ongoing …

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Manchester United and Cameroon's Andre Onana to Play 2 Games Within 24 Hours
1 year ago

Manchester United and Cameroon's Andre Onana to Play 2 Games Within 24 Hours

News 18  

With some international tournaments set to be held in mid-January, clubs will miss the services of several first-team players during that period. Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is one of such footballers, who will stay out of club assignments to represent Cameroon in the African Cup of Nations. In a bid to keep Onana as long as possible, Manchester United …

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Criticism mounts over Manchester United’s handling of Mason Greenwood case
1 year, 4 months ago

Criticism mounts over Manchester United’s handling of Mason Greenwood case

Al Jazeera  

Fans, women’s groups and ex-players slam the way Man United conducted an investigation into allegations against the player. Premier League club Manchester United has come under mounting criticism by women’s support groups, fans and media for their handling of the Mason Greenwood case, with one fan group describing it as “shocking” and an “absolute shambles”. “We’re all well aware that …

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EPL preview: It’s time for Battleground England with Manchester City aiming for a ‘repeat treble’
1 year, 5 months ago

EPL preview: It’s time for Battleground England with Manchester City aiming for a ‘repeat treble’

The Hindu  

Reinforcements have been made, recalibrations have been done, and the battle lines are drawn all over again for a new season of the Premier League. Liverpool, which failed to secure Champions League football last season, chose to reinforce its midfield, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister coming in from RB Leipzig and Brighton and Hove Albion respectively. Promoted Teams …

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In his final year, Bill McGovern united UCLA and USC to fight on against cancer
1 year, 5 months ago

In his final year, Bill McGovern united UCLA and USC to fight on against cancer

LA Times  

All around her, Mackenzie McGovern felt the warm embrace of an unlikely cross-town alliance. “I just thought, I’m not going to let my dad not have this great opportunity,” Mackenzie said, “because I want to stay at my high school.” Once the McGoverns reached Southern California, they set about their new-home ritual of finding places that reminded Bill of northern …

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Christian Atsu 'in Debris' of Turkey, Syria Earthquake; Chelsea and Newcastle United 'Praying'
1 year, 11 months ago

Christian Atsu 'in Debris' of Turkey, Syria Earthquake; Chelsea and Newcastle United 'Praying'

News 18  

The vice-president of Christian Atsu’s Turkish club Hayatspor said on Monday the Ghana winger is in the debris of a major earthquake that has killed more than 3,000 people in the country and neighbouring Syria. “Taner Savut and Christian Atsu are still in the debris,” Mustafa Ozat told Play Spor. “We pray for Ghana International Christian Atsu and victims of …

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Argentina Lauds United Footballers in Divided Crisis-riven Country
2 years ago

Argentina Lauds United Footballers in Divided Crisis-riven Country

News 18  

For the last month, Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammates have brought success and unity to their fans, in stark contrast to the country’s economic woes and polarized political landscape. “But that does not mean that it can be effectively transferable to other fields.” ‘United we can achieve much more’ During Sunday’s match, supporters of bitter city rivals such as …

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Football rumours: Man Utd to secure Marcus Rashford future before January
2 years, 2 months ago

Football rumours: Man Utd to secure Marcus Rashford future before January

The Independent  

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Is Elon Musk really buying Manchester United?
2 years, 4 months ago

Is Elon Musk really buying Manchester United?

Al Jazeera  

Musk tweeted he was buying one of the world’s most famous football clubs but offered no details. Musk, the world’s richest person, said early on Wednesday that he hadn’t been serious when he tweeted hours previously that he was going to buy Manchester United Plc, now languishing at the foot of the English Premier League as fed-up fans urge current …

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Football Match Today: Leicester City face Newcastle United, Real Sociedad Take on Elche
3 years, 8 months ago

Football Match Today: Leicester City face Newcastle United, Real Sociedad Take on Elche

News 18  

A look at what’s happening in European soccer on Friday: ENGLAND Leicester hosts Newcastle while sitting in third place in the Premier League, five points ahead of fifth-place West Ham with four games to go as it chases a return to the Champions League for the first time since the 2016-17 season. SPAIN Real Sociedad looks to strengthen its hold …

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European Super League: Manchester United co-owner Joel Glazer apologises ‘unreservedly’ for Red Devils’ role in failed plan
3 years, 8 months ago

European Super League: Manchester United co-owner Joel Glazer apologises ‘unreservedly’ for Red Devils’ role in failed plan

Firstpost  

United’s owners, the US-based Glazer family, were criticised by fans, former players and pundits for driving the scheme. London: Manchester United co-chairman Joel Glazer has “apologised unreservedly” for his club’s role in the failed plan to launch a breakaway European Super League. “Over the past few days, we have all witnessed the great passion which football generates, and the deep …

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'Finally seeing sense': Reaction to England's six clubs leaving Super League
3 years, 8 months ago

'Finally seeing sense': Reaction to England's six clubs leaving Super League

The Hindu  

The six English Premier League club who signed up for the Super League withdrew on Tuesday amid a storm of protests from fans, players, managers and governments, alongside threats of bans and sanctions from the game's European and world governing bodies UEFA and FIFA. Here are some reactions to the dramatic U-turns of Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal …

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Vanderbilt to spend $300 million to upgrade football, hoops
3 years, 9 months ago

Vanderbilt to spend $300 million to upgrade football, hoops

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Vanderbilt announced a $300 million project Monday to improve football and basketball facilities and a new Vandy United Fund to raise money for athletics programs. Chancellor Daniel Diermeier said at a news conference that the Vandy United Fund represents the largest undertaking of its kind in Vanderbilt’s athletics history. We’re going to make it happen.” Vanderbilt hired …

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Football Association Vows to Act after More Online Abuse of Players
3 years, 11 months ago

Football Association Vows to Act after More Online Abuse of Players

News 18  

England’s Football Association has vowed to work with the British Government and social media platforms to tackle racism after a spate of incidents over the past week involving Premier League players from Chelsea, West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United being targeted by online abuse. In the aftermath of his teams goalless draw with Arsenal on Saturday, Manchester United striker Marcus …

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Chelsea disgusted by online racist abuse aimed at Reece James - Football News - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

Chelsea disgusted by online racist abuse aimed at Reece James - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Chelsea has condemned online racist abuse aimed at defender Reece James and called on social media platforms to take tougher action against users who engage in such “despicable behaviour.” England international James posted a screenshot of the abusive messages he received on Instagram with the caption “something needs to change.” “Everyone at Chelsea is disgusted with the racist abuse Reece …

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Referees' charity calls for players to stay two metres away from officials amid Covid-19 fears
4 years ago

Referees' charity calls for players to stay two metres away from officials amid Covid-19 fears

Daily Mail  

A referees' charity has called on the Football Association to enforce a rule that keeps players two metres away from officials on the pitch. Here, Man United players crowd around Kevin Friend Brighton players Robert Sanchez and Adam Webster follow ref Darren England to protest Charity RefsupportUk made the call to the FA in response to sports minister Nigel Huddleston …

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Luis Suarez, Diego Godin Back Calls in Uruguay to Overturn Edinson Cavani Ban
4 years ago

Luis Suarez, Diego Godin Back Calls in Uruguay to Overturn Edinson Cavani Ban

News 18  

Luis Suarez and Diego Godin are among the Uruguay soccer players backing calls for the English Football Association to reverse its decision to ban Edinson Cavani for using a Spanish term for Black people which the Manchester United striker said was intended as an affectionate greeting. Godin posted a statement from the Uruguayan players union that said the English FA, …

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EPL: Man United beats Aston Villa, goes level with Liverpool - Football News - Sportstar
4 years ago

EPL: Man United beats Aston Villa, goes level with Liverpool - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Bruno Fernandes scoring a penalty has become a very familiar sight for Manchester United. MATCH CENTRE United went level on points with leader Liverpool with a 2-1 victory that ended Aston Villa’s five-game unbeaten run on Friday. While United is still behind Liverpool on goal difference, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side has won one more and has the team looking well-placed …

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South African Football Team Fires Serial-offender Belgian Coach for Racist Remarks
4 years ago

South African Football Team Fires Serial-offender Belgian Coach for Racist Remarks

News 18  

South Africa’s Premier Soccer League team Chippa United has revoked the employment of the Belgian coach for racists remarks, the team has informed. This followed a widespread condemnation from the South African Football Association and local government for “racists and offensive” statements, reports Xinhua news agency. South african football governing body SAFA on Wednesday had objected to the employment of …

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Man Utd thrashes Leeds, Villa beats West Brom - Football News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Man Utd thrashes Leeds, Villa beats West Brom - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Scott McTominay and Bruno Fernandes scored two each as Manchester United turned on the style, thumping Leeds United 6-2 at Old Trafford on Sunday to move up to third in the Premier League. READ: But United put the game beyond Bielsa's side when the impressive McTominay found Dan James with crisp pass and the Welsh forward beat Meslier at his …

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