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EPL: You’re not okay – Ten Hag blows hot over comments on benching Rashford Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has hit out at Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp for suggesting that Marcus Rashford was dropped for their Premier League game at Crystal Palace for “something untoward” behind the scenes. United played out a 0-0 draw at Selhurst Park, with goalkeepers Andre Onana and Dean Henderson producing excellent saves. Rashford, who was named Player of the Match after United’s 7-0 win over Barnsley in the Carabao Cup earlier this week, was named as a substitute for the match.

Ligue 1: Rabiot reveals admiration for former Super Eagles defender Marseille’s new signing, Adrien Rabiot has expressed his admiration for former Super Eagles defender, Taye Taiwo. Rabiot claimed his childhood affection for Taiwo played a key role in his decision to join the Ligue 1 club. The midfielder recently joined the former Ligue 1 champions on a free transfer after severing ties with Juventus. Sports Hub | Football

GOAT: Gareth Bale chooses between Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo Former Real Madrid winger, Gareth Bale, has weighed in on the debate of who is the greatest player of all time (GOAT) between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Bale played with Ronaldo at the LaLiga club after joining from Tottenham for a then world-record fee of around £85million in 2013. Together, they won three league titles in Spain, before he left in 2022. Bale was asked to rank his top five forwards in a blind ranking challenge in a YouTube video with Futcrunch and this forced him to choose between Messi and Ronaldo. The Welshman opted for Ronaldo in the No 1 spot and named Messi in second place. Bale announced his shock retirement from football last year, after playing for Wales at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar Sports Hub | Football

82-year-old former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted that he sometimes misses his role as the head coach of the "Red Devils." The legendary Scotsman was quoted by ESPN. "Yes, sometimes I miss it. In the first year after I retired, I went to the Champions League final and told Cathy (Ferguson's late wife): 'This is what I miss – the big European matches.' I attended most of the European finals because that's what I love and what I would like to do every day. These are big events, and Manchester United should always be part of them," Ferguson said. The Scottish specialist managed Manchester United from 1986 to 2013. It was under his leadership that Manchester United last won the Premier League in 2013. Sports Hub | Football

According to SPORT BILD, if Xabi Alonso leaves for Real Madrid at the end of the season, his position at Bayer Leverkusen could be taken by another former Real Madrid player – Raúl. Currently, Raúl is coaching Real Madrid Castilla (Real Madrid's second team) and has held this position for 5 years. However, the Spaniard has yet to coach at the top level. Sports Hub | Football

Müller pulled off an epic fail during Bayern's training session – his teammates couldn't hold back their laughter Sports Hub | Football

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo shared his thoughts on the prospects of 17-year-old Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal, who is already a world champion. "I see great potential in him, he is very talented. He just needs a bit of luck because he's very young. I hope he doesn't face any problems." He does things that you and Messi didn't do at his age. "Yes, that's true. He's in an environment that helps him a lot. The Spanish national team is very good, but we'll see what happens next. I believe he will become one of the best players of this generation."

Man United’s Jim Ratcliffe Plans £2bn Rebuild of Old Trafford Jim Ratcliffe, part-owner of Manchester United, is set to invest £2 billion to demolish and rebuild Old Trafford. The project aims to increase the stadium’s capacity from 74,000 to 100,000, potentially making it the largest in Europe. The rebuild is expected to be completed by 2030, with final decisions on the plan to be made by year-end. Club legend Gary Neville supports integrating historical elements like the Munich clock and statues into the new design.

Thomas Müller is the player who has played the most matches in the Champions League for a single club, having appeared in 152 games for Bayern Munich. Sports Hub | Football

UCL: He’s special – Ancelotti lauds Real Madrid star Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has hailed Endrick, describing him as a ‘special player.’ Ancelotti spoke after the Brazilian forward scored a goal in Real Madrid’s Champions League 3-1 win against Stuttgart on Tuesday. Speaking to the media after the game, the Italian said: “Endrick has a gift. He has something special. He has courage, quality,” Ancelotti said (via Sportstar). Sports Hub | Football

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Champions League: It’s painful — David Beckham laments Man Utd’s absence Manchester United legend David Beckham has claimed that the club’s failure to qualify for the UEFA Champions League is ‘painful.’ This season’s Champions League competition started on Tuesday. Man United failed to qualify for the Champions League after finishing outside of the top four last season. Sports Hub | Football

UCL: We need to be ready for Atalanta — Jorginho tells Arsenal teammates Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has urged his teammates to learn from last season as they prepare to take on Atalanta in the Champions League on Thursday. Arsenal reached the Champions League quarterfinals last season under their manager Mikel Arteta. The Gunners lost 3-2 on aggregate against Bayern Munich. Sports Hub | Football

Transfer: Martial’s new club confirmed, becomes highest-paid player in their history Former Manchester United forward, Anthony Martial, is set to join AEK Athens this season. Martial left United as a free agent in June. Since then, the Frenchman has been linked with several clubs including Flamengo in Brazil. Sports Hub | Football

UCL: Mbappe enters top 10 all-time Champions League goalscorers Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe, on Tuesday entered the top 10 all-time UEFA Champions League goalscorers’ list. Mbappe achieved the feat after scoring a goal in Real Madrid’s Champions League 3-1 win over Stuttgart. His team-mates Rudiger and Endrick also scored for the Los Blancos against the Bundesliga side. Mbappe’s goal for Real Madrid against Stuttgart was his 49th in the history of the competition. He overtook former AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who has 48 goals. Top 10 all-time Champions League goalscorers: Cristiano Ronaldo – 140 goals Lionel Messi – 129 goals Robert Lewandowski – 94 goals Karim Benzema – 90 goals Raul Gonzalez – 71 goals Ruud van Nistelrooy – 56 goals Thomas Muller – 54 goals Thierry Henry – 50 goals Kylian Mbappe – 49 goals Zlatan Ibrahimovic – 48 goals

Champions League: Why I refused to pass to Mbappe, Vinicius – Endrick Real Madrid forward, Endrick, has opened up on why he decided to shoot instead of passing to either Kylian Mbappe or Vinicius Junior, as he scored in their 3-1 win over Stuttgart on Tuesday night. The Champions League trophy holders began the defence of their title with a huge victory at home. Mbappe had opened the scoring for Madrid, before Deniz Undav made it 1-1. However, goals from Antonio Rudiger and Endrick sealed the points for the LaLiga champions. For the third goal, Endrick raced clear and with Mbappe and Endrick on either side, he elected to shoot from distance. After the game, he was asked about the choice to go by himself. He replied: “I knew I had Kylian and Vini, but at that moment the best option was to shoot.”

Daniele De Rossi, a renowned Italian footballer and now coach, has stepped down from his role as manager of Roma. "The decision was made in the best interest of the team to quickly get back on track while the season is still in its early stages. We thank Daniele for the work he has done over these months with passion and dedication," said the club's official website. In the current Italian league season, Roma has earned 3 points in 4 matches and is currently in 16th place.

Ronaldo to work with new manager as Al Nassr fires Luis Castro Cristiano Ronaldo is now set to work with a new manager, after Al Nassr decided to sack Luis Castro on Tuesday. Castro was dismissed after the Saudi Pro League side began the new season with two draws from their first three fixtures. “Club has officially decided to terminate the contractual relationship with the first team coach, Mr. Luis Castro.

Ballon d’Or award between two players this year – Petit Former France midfielder, Emmanuel Petit, has said only Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior can stop Rodri of Manchester City from winning this year’s Ballon d’Or. Vinicius is the hot favourite to claim the prize, but Rodri is also a frontrunner, having won the Premier League title and helped Spain win Euro 2024. Petit has now admitted that the Ballon d’Or will be handed to either player.

UCL: Atalanta ready for Arsenal clash – Lookman Ademola Lookman is looking forward to Atalanta’s UEFA Champions League clash with Arsenal, DAILY POST reports. Gian Piero Gasperini’s side will host the Gunners at the Gewiss Stadium on Thursday. La Dea will head into the game in buoyant mood following Sunday’s 3-2 victory over Fiorentina.

Barcelona’s Dani Olmo Out for a Month with Hamstring Injury Barcelona’s Dani Olmo will be sidelined for 4-5 weeks after suffering a right hamstring injury during the 4-1 win over Girona. He will miss key Champions League games against Monaco and Young Boys, as well as La Liga and Nations League matches for Spain. Olmo could return in late October for the Clasico against Real Madrid.

Cristiano Ronaldo suffers viral infection Al Nassr have confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo has suffered a viral infection. The Saudi Pro League side revealed this in a statement on Sunday. As a result of this, Ronaldo will not be making the trip to Iraq to face Al-Shorta in the AFC Champions League.

EPL: Guardiola names next manager to get job at big club Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has said his Brentford counterpart, Thomas Frank, is the next coach to get a big job. Guardiola stated this after watching his side beat the Bees 2-1 in the Premier League on Saturday. The champions had to fight back after conceding within 25 seconds of the goal to win at the Etihad, thanks to Erling Haaland’s brace.

Serie A: Giorgio Chiellini returns to Juventus Juventus legend, Giorgio Chiellini has returned to the club. The Serie A giants disclosed this in a statement on their website on Sunday. Juventus said the former Italy defender returned to the Turin club, taking on a managerial role as the new Head of Football Institutional Relations.

Bundesliga: Boniface bags brace as Bayer Leverkusen beat Hoffenheim away Victor Boniface was the hero as Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen recorded a 4-1 away win against Hoffenheim. New signing Martin Terrier opened scoring for the visitors in the 17th minute following an assist from Boniface. Boniface doubled the advantage on the half hour mark after he was set up by Granit Xhaka.

Ronaldo stated that he doesn't plan on becoming a coach. "It will be difficult for me to become a coach – I lack enthusiasm for the current generation. They don't learn from our experience, they think they know everything." Sports Hub | Football

Both the first-choice and backup goalkeepers of Boavista tore their ACLs simultaneously during training! The Portuguese team is now left with only a 17-year-old goalkeeper with no playing experience, and even if the transfer window were open, they wouldn’t be able to sign anyone due to a transfer ban for financial violations. However, the club managed to find a solution. They urgently brought back a 32-year-old goalkeeper, whose contract was not extended in the summer. He had remained a free agent. Sports Hub | Football

Roma legend Francesco Totti openly commented on the Wolves' poor start to the new season. He also touched on the transfer of Artem Dovbyk. "I still don't understand this Roma. It's chaotic—some players arrived earlier, others later, and they signed four players on the last day. They spent a lot of money. I would have spent €70 million differently. Not on two players, but on four or five. Dovbyk? A striker was needed, and finding a striker for less than €30 million is difficult nowadays." Sports Hub | Football

Over 1 billion accounts have subscribed to the social media of Al-Nassr and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo. The player announced this on Instagram. Sports Hub | Football

The minimum amount for which Real Madrid is ready to sell Vinícius has been revealed. Real Madrid feels that it might be difficult for Brazilian winger Vinícius Júnior and French forward Kylian Mbappé to find chemistry on the field. According to a source, the club is prepared to part ways with Vinícius if the situation doesn't improve. The minimum amount for which they are willing to let go of the 24-year-old player is €150 million.