26 m. ago Africa Cup of Nations final buildup, Premier League news, and more – matchday live

⚽ News, buildup and discussion before the day’s action⚽ Fixtures | Tables | Afcon final preview | Email us hereMeanwhile, title-chasers City were left red-faced after losing the Manchester derby to bitter rivals United. Michael Carrick enjoyed a dream start to life as United’s interim head coach and won the fans over in the best possible way.Elsewhere in the Premier League, Arsenal missed the opportunity to go nine points clear at the top of the table with a 0-0 draw away at Nottingham Forest. The Gunners missed several opportunities to take the lead, but the main talking point was a penalty incident that was cleared by VAR following a brief check. Mikel Arteta spoke very strongly about the handball incident at full-time. Continue reading...

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28 m. ago Arsenal: Mikel Arteta issues new Bukayo Saka injury update ahead of Manchester United showdown

Gunners concern as Arteta reveals Saka has been dealing with fitness issue

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44 m. ago Italian media agreement emerges on Scott McTominay as Man United loanee's problems continue

Scott McTominay failed to flatter kin Napoli's latest result as the Italian media gave the former Manchester United star a more dim assessment over the weekend

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47 m. ago ‘Everyone wishes him the best’ – Man Utd confirm star’s exit after 14 years a week on from his own emotional goodbye

MANCHESTER UNITED have officially confirmed the departure of Sam Mather. Kayserispor reached a deal to sign the Red Devils academy graduate, who enjoyed loan spells with Rochdale and Tranmere Rovers, earlier this month. But the deal has only just gone through, prompting an official statement from the club. It read: "Manchester United forward Sam Mather...

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49 m. ago Premier League sporting directors: who are they, and how much power do they all have?

A guide to each club’s setups, from Chelsea’s multi-headed structure to Brentford’s smooth planning and Manchester United’s muddlesThe appointment of Andrea Berta as sporting director in March was greeted with much enthusiasm by Arsenal’s supporters, given his impressive track record in more than a decade at Atlético Madrid,. The Italian, who began his career in finance, has made an instant impression. Known as a shrewd negotiator, the suave and softly spoken 54-year-old masterminded Arsenal’s outlay of more than £250m in the summer that included the arrivals of Viktor Gyökeres, Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke. Berta takes the lead on recruitment in consultation with Richard Garlick, who was promoted to chief executive in September, the manager, Mikel Arteta, and the co-chair Josh Kroenke. James Ellis, a former scout who then spent two years as head of recruitment, was appointed as technical director in the summer and is tasked with “delivering the club’s long-term player progression ...

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80 m. ago Man United transfer news: Kobbie Mainoo Chelsea interest as contract 'clause' revealed

Manchester United earned a stellar 2-0 win over Man City on Saturday, as Michael Carrick settles into life at Old Trafford

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80 m. ago Kai Rooney's Man Utd ban and why he told his dad Wayne he's not allowed to watch him play

Kai Rooney is following in his father Wayne's footsteps at Manchester United, but the teenage striker has faced several challenges

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80 m. ago Pep Guardiola has already given Man United green light to sign 'unbelievable player'

Manchester United are targeting an impressive midfielder who received glowing praise from Pep Guardiola

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1 hour ago Michael Carrick has done what Ruben Amorim couldn't at Man United

Manchester United's era under interim head coach Michael Carrick started with a win on Saturday lunchtime against fierce rivals Manchester City

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2 h. ago Pep Guardiola has already won over Manchester United transfer target's mum

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was clear about his admiration of an English talent who is also being eyed up by Manchester United

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2 h. ago The reasons Man City moved for Marc Guehi became clear vs Manchester United

Manchester City were well beaten in the Manchester derby as goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu gave the home side the win.

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3 h. ago Man Utd transfer news: Kobbie Mainoo to Chelsea decision made as contract 'clause' emerges

Manchester United earned an impressive win over Man City on Saturday as they made a positive start to life under interim coach Michael Carrick

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3 h. ago Michael Carrick ended Ruben Amorim debate with stunning Manchester United win

Michael Carrick secured a brilliant 2-0 victory against Man City in the Manchester derby on Saturday afternoon.

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4 h. ago Michael Carrick praises Manchester United star who 'made the difference' vs Man City

Man Utd beat Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford as Michael Carrick made an impressive return to the Old Trafford dugout.

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4 h. ago I spotted Michael Carrick's emotional reaction after Manchester United win vs Man City

Man Utd won 2-0 against Man City in the Premier League on Saturday and here are the moments you might have missed.

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9 h. ago Michael Carrick issues rallying cry to Man Utd players after demolishing bitter rivals Man City in Manchester derby

MICHAEL CARRICK looked back on a dream start as Manchester United interim boss and told his players: Now do that every week. The Red Devils produced a sensational performance in his first game since returning to the club to dent Manchester City’s title hopes with a 2-0 victory. Bryan Mbeumo marked his return after the...

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10 h. ago Kobbie Mainoo breaks social media silence with Man United message after derby day win

Kobbie Mainoo posted on social media for the first time since October after his standout performance in Manchester United's victory over Manchester City

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10 h. ago Next Man United manager latest as four candidates 'still in running' after Michael Carrick call

Michael Carrick's second reign as interim manager of Manchester United began perfectly, but the club are still thinking about their permanent options

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10 h. ago Man United next manager latest as four candidates 'still in running' after Michael Carrick call

Michael Carrick's second spell as interim manager at Manchester United began perfectly, but the club are still thinking about their permanent options.

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11 h. ago Man Utd 'not ruling out' four managers as appointment decision made after board talks

Manchester United's search for a permanent replacement for Ruben Amorim will continue after the appointment of Michael Carrick as the club's interim head coach.

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