Sandro Tonali double fires Newcastle into Carabao Cup semi
Sandro Tonali's double helped Newcastle secure their spot in the Carabao Cup semi-finals with a 3-1 win over Brentford.
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Diogo Jota Rescues 10-Man Liverpool In Fulham Draw, Arsenal Frustrated
Diogo Jota rescued Liverpool as the Premier League leaders recovered from Andy Robertson's early red card to snatch a 2-2 draw with Fulham, while Arsenal's title challenge was dented by a goalless stalemate against Everton on Saturday. With just four minutes left at Anfield, Arne Slot's side were in danger of losing for just the second time in 15 top-flight games this season. But Jota grabbed a valuable equaliser as Liverpool extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to 19 matches since a loss to Nottingham Forest in September.
Murphy nets double as Newcastle thrash Leicester 4-0
NEWCASTLE, England : Newcastle United forward Jacob Murphy netted a goal in each half as his side hammered Leicester City 4-0 in their Premier League clash at St James' Park on Saturday when the visiting Foxes suffered a defensive collapse early in the second half.
Ruben Amorim Denies Manchester City Contact Before Ioining Manchester United
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim insists he did not speak to Manchester City about replacing Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium before making his move to Old Trafford. As Amorim prepares for his first Manchester derby on Sunday, the 39-year-old's link to City prior to his arrival at United has become a hot topic. United hired the highly-regarded Amorim from Sporting Lisbon in November after sacking Erik ten Hag. Amorim had been mentioned as a contender to take over from Guardiola after City announced Sporting's director of football Hugo Viana would replace Txiki Begiristain at the end of this season.
Manchester City Host Manchester United In Crisis Derby, Newcastle Need Win
Manchester's crisis-hit clubs face off in the Premier League when City host United on Sunday while Newcastle boss Eddie Howe badly needs a win against Leicester at St James' Park. Leaders Liverpool, playing Fulham at Anfield, will expect to stretch their lead at the top of the table a day before second-placed Chelsea take on Brentford. AFP Sport looks at the major talking points ahead of the weekend action.
Manchester United and Dan Ashworth's next steps decided after bombshell exit
Manchester United's decision to part company with sporting director Dan Ashworth over the weekend has sent shockwaves through Old Trafford and beyond.
'More embarrassment' - Manchester United board given clear verdict after Dan Ashworth departure
Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth, once described by INEOS owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe as one of the best in the world, has left his post after just 5 months - and Manchester Evening News readers in our comments section are taking a dim view of the chaos behind the scenes.
Ruben Amorim appointment 'tipping point' for 'sidelined' Dan Ashworth as Man Utd issue brutal statement
Ruben Amorim's appointment at Manchester United was the 'tipping point' for Dan Ashworth, according to a bombshell report.