Erik ten Hag defends decision to start Marcus Rashford on the bench at Palace
Erik ten Hag defended his decision to start Marcus Rashford on the bench after Manchester United played out a goalless draw at Crystal Palace.
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Isaac Wilson makes Utes history in win over No. 14 Oklahoma State - ESPN
STILLWATER, Okla. — With veteran quarterback Cam Rising sidelined for a second straight week, No. 12 Utah turned to backup quarterback Isaac Wilson at Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday then leaned on the true freshman passer to land a statement victory in the program's inaugural Big 12 game.
College Football Playoff predictions Week 4 - Who's most likely to make the playoff field - ESPN
In Week 4 of the college football season, the matchups provided the first big glimpse of the premier teams in their new conferences. The USC Trojans began Big Ten play on the road against the Michigan Wolverines while the Oklahoma Sooners began their inaugural season in the SEC with a visit from the Tennessee Volunteers. Those teams figured to factor into the College Football Playoff race.
"People Want Us Wiped Off The Face Of The Earth": Pep Guardiola Takes Firm Stance On Manchester City Allegations
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he feels critics of the Premier League champions want the club wiped "from the face of the Earth" over their alleged breaches of financial rules. City, who have dominated English football since Guardiola's arrival in 2016, face a hefty points deduction or even expulsion from the league if found guilty on some or all of the 115 charges relating to financial regulations. A long-awaited hearing into charges brought by the Premier League in February 2023 finally began at the start of the week.
Vinicius Jr Leads Real Madrid To Comeback Win vs Espanyol; Now 38 Games Unbeaten In La Liga
Vinicius Junior's decisive impact helped a "much faster" Real Madrid come from behind to beat Espanyol 4-1 on Saturday and move a point behind La Liga leaders Barcelona. After struggling to find their best form this season coach Carlo Ancelotti praised his team's victory, even though it took its time to crystallise against the determined Catalans. Brazil star Vinicius started on the bench but created a goal for Rodrygo Goes before scoring himself to complete Madrid's turnaround after a Thibaut Courtois own goal gifted the visitors the lead early in the second half.
UNC's Brown takes blame but says no plans to resign after blowout loss - ESPN
Mack Brown told ESPN on Saturday he's not resigning after an emotional locker room scene with his players following North Carolina's embarrassing 70-50 loss to James Madison, which is in only its third season as an FBS school.
Big Ten Bling: USC Shows Off Amazing New Football Facility
One of the primary motivations for the USC Trojans to leave the Pac-12 Conference and move to the Big Ten was the increase in revenue set to pour into the program. USC, sick of being out-earned each year by programs like Purdue and Vanderbilt, fell behind in spending on athletic facilities.
FA Trophy second qualifying round weekend round-up: Ashford United, Herne Bay, Sittingbourne and Ramsgate win but Sevenoaks Town and Margate are out
Two-goal Gary Lockyer helped to steer Ashford into the FA Trophy third qualifying round as they saw off Hartley Wintney on Saturday.