'Closed deal' - Roberto Mancini opens up on Manchester United signing which cost Man City dearly
Roberto Mancini has revealed how close Robin van Persie was to joining Manchester City, rather than Manchester United, in the summer of 2012.
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Decade of decline as Ireland freefalling down rankings
The Republic of Ireland qualified for consecutive tournaments at Euro 2012 and 2016, which might suggest that it was a golden era for the game in the country; however, it was midway between the two that Ireland sank to their lowest ever position since the FIFA rankings began in 1992.
Manchester United need to start responding to the demand Erik ten Hag set 13 months ago
Manchester United will be targeting a return to winning ways when they travel to St Mary's to face Southampton on Saturday lunchtime.
'No doubt' - Matthijs de Ligt has Erik ten Hag backing to show true colours for Manchester United
Matthijs de Ligt will return to Carrington on Thursday hoping a familiar face can lift the gloom after Manchester United's new centre-back saw his international reputation plummet further during the September break.
Anton Roux Announces Decision To Quit As Sri Lanka Cricket Team Fielding Coach
Anton Roux, currently serving as Sri Lanka's national fielding coach, announced on Wednesday that he is stepping down from the role. Roux, who played first-class cricket for South Africa and coached the Netherlands, became Sri Lanka's national fielding coach in March 2022. "On the 14th of August 2024, I decided to step down from my role as the National Fielding Coach for Sri Lanka Cricket. This week will be my last with SLC as I finish my handover. It has been an immense honour and a truly humbling experience to serve the Sri Lankan national cricket team. I will forever cherish the memories and experiences that came with this journey."
Matthijs de Ligt has already made feelings on Virgil van Dijk clear amid criticism
Virgil van Dijk's comments should hit home for Matthijs de Ligt as he holds his Netherlands team-mate in the highest regard.
Ake, Foden, Rodri - Man City injury news and return dates ahead of Brentford
Manchester City face a nervous wait for several of their key players to return from injury.
Matthijs de Ligt can follow Harry Maguire blueprint at Man United after Netherlands nightmare
It is fair to say Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt's international break did not go according to plan.