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Remembering Nick Powell’s right man, wrong time spell at Man Utd

Nick Powell became a bit of a laughing stock towards the end of his Manchester United career, but things could have been very different if the man who signed him stuck around.

Merson hails ‘old school’ Burn who’s been a ‘masterstroke’ signing

Dan Burn has been outstanding for Newcastle United since joining on a two-and-a-half-year deal from Brighton & Hove Albion. He quickly forged a formidable partnership alongside Fabian Schar, and the pair instantly clicked to turn the Magpies’ fortunes around.

Asian Cup qualifiers: Sahal's strike seals India's win over Afghanistan

Igor Stimac’s India huffed and puffed on Saturday; they were all possession but little penetration. Against Afghanistan’s strong physical challenge, India’s ambitions looked to be hitting cul-desacs on one occasion too many. The contest — which appeared to be heading towards another stalemate between India and Afghanistan — suddenly came alive with all its beauty and brutality. Sunil Chhetri conjured a magical moment, brilliantly curling a free-kick around the wall and beating Afghanistan goalkeeper Faisal Hamidi all ends up to hand the hosts a 1-0 lead. But India's joy was short-lived as Afghanistan struck within two minutes, substitute Zubayr Amiri heading home Mustafa Zazai’s corner.