Erik ten Hag declares early kick-offs ‘unfair’ to Man United fans and ‘disadvantage’ for players
The Manchester United manager also said it was “unfair” for fans.
Red Roses open Allianz Stadium in style with victory over New Zealand – but one big question remains
England 24-12 New Zealand: The Red Roses beat the Black Ferns to continue a winning run on home soil that stretches back to 2016
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Arijanet Muric goes from zero to hero to Ipswich earn a point at Brighton
The goalkeeper has had an up and down week.
Nottingham Forest stun Liverpool at Anfield at hand Arne Slot first defeat
Callum Hudson-Odoi came of the bench to score a wonderful winner.
Erling Haaland adds another brace in comeback win for Manchester City
Man City 2-1 Brentford: Yoane Wissa scored in 22 seconds but the league’s top scorer made it nine already in four games
Europe forced to dig deep as United States retain Solheim Cup control
The US are 8-4 ahead.
Jean-Philippe Mateta’s stoppage-time penalty salvages a draw for Crystal Palace and denies Leicester
Crystal Palace 2-2 Leicester: The Eagles came back from two goals down for a point but both teams remain without a win this season
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Substitute Danny Ings proves point for West Ham with late equaliser at Fulham
It is just as well that West Ham did not let Danny Ings leave last summer. With Niclas Füllkrug injured and Michail Antonio an increasingly blunt instrument up front, Julen Lopetegui was indebted to a late intervention from a player who still has the knack of finding that crucial yard of space in the opposition’s penalty area.Fulham had led from the 24th …
Erik ten Hag hopes Rashford will be like ‘ketchup bottle’ and keep goals flowing
United coach says criticism of striker has been overblownRussell Martin bemoans Southampton’s missed penaltyErik ten Hag borrowed Cristiano Ronaldo’s ketchup analogy as he predicted Marcus Rashford will go on a goalscoring run after ending his Manchester United drought in a 3-0 victory at Southampton.“Once a striker was talking about a ketchup bottle, …
Tottenham v Arsenal: blood feud or a bit of banter for bragging rights?
The Observer travels deep into the heart of north London to explore whether the bitter rivalry is all it’s cracked up to beStoke Newington on the verge of derby weekend is not a place for the faint of heart. Located right in the centre of the bitter turf war between the historic rivals Arsenal and Tottenham, even on a sunny Friday lunchtime its leafy …
Jan Brueghel denies stablemate Illinois in thrilling St Leger battle for O’Brien
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Abby Dow shines as England’s fast start sees off New Zealand in physical battle
England 24-12 New ZealandWing caps performance with stunning solo tryIf England v New Zealand is the Rugby World Cup final in 2025, fans will be treated to an absolute classic. Teams such as Canada and France will have a say in whether that becomes the reality next year but, with the display put on at Twickenham on Saturday, you can see why many are speaking …
Erling Haaland double sinks Brentford after Yoane Wissa jolts Manchester City
Erling Haaland now has a record nine goals in Manchester City’s opening four Premier League matches, eclipsing Wayne Rooney’s previous mark of eight in 2011-12. In an invigorating contest the Norwegian’s double claimed the three points to secure a maximum 12 from 12 for the champions.The goals were met by what seemed a muted celebration after the …
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Muric keeps Brighton at bay to earn Ipswich point after Kosovo expulsion
The Ipswich manager, Kieran McKenna, insisted he had no hesitation in picking Arijanet Muric at Brighton despite a turbulent week for the goalkeeper.Muric was one of three players sent home early from the Kosovo squad last week for an alleged breach of their rules. But the 25-year-old summer signing from Burnley went from international zero to Ipswich hero …
Mateta’s dramatic penalty in added time denies Leicester victory at Palace
Jean-Philippe Mateta finished last season in prolific form and the striker salvaged a late draw for Crystal Palace, with his second goal of the game, a 92nd-minute penalty, denying Leicester their first win back in the Premier League. Mateta struck nine goals in his final six games of the previous campaign, during an enterprising run-in under Oliver Glasner, …
Callum Hudson-Odoi grabs winner as Nottingham Forest stun Liverpool
This was the day that Arne Slot found out the Premier League is not all fun and games, as Liverpool and their manager were outwitted by Nuno Espírito Santo and Nottingham Forest. The winger Callum Hudson-Odoi came off the bench to inflict the first defeat of the Dutchman’s Anfield tenure with a trademark goal.Everything Nuno did worked, from his tactics …
Aston Villa v Everton: Premier League – as it happened
Ollie Watkins scored twice and Jhon Duran spanked home a worldie as Everton somehow contrived to squander a two-goal lead for the second match in a row Referee: Craig Pawson.Assistant referees: Simon Bennett and Dan Robathan.Fourth official: David Webb.VAR: David Coote.Assistant VAR: Sian Massey-Ellis.Aston Villa: The club’s eye-popping Champions League …
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Erik ten Hag bemoans 'unfair' Premier League scheduling - insisting it is 'not right' that Man United keep being given early and late fixtures
NATHAN SALT AT ST MARY'S: Erik ten Hag took a swipe at the Premier League over their scheduling, saying it is 'not right' Manchester United keep getting early and late fixtures.
Lando Norris' world championship hopes suffer a blow as he finishes in 17th place in qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
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Ben Brereton Diaz sets an unwanted Premier League record as Southampton lose 3-0 at home to Manchester United
Southampton forward Ben Brereton Diaz has set a new Premier League record of making the most appearances in the competition without being on the winning side.