Real Madrid's Alonso plays down Valverde controversy
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Welcome to The Playbook for Week 5, which kicks off Thursday with the 49ers at the Rams.
WARE, England — Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will miss his third consecutive start because of a right high ankle sprain after he was held out of practice once again Friday.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard is not expected to play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins due to a calf injury that has kept him out of practice the past two days, a league source confirmed Friday.
LONDON :South Africa are perceived to have an advantage in their decisive Rugby Championship clash against Argentina in London on Saturday, but captain Siya Kolisi said that was only the case if the performance matched their title ambitions.
Newcastle United full back Tino Livramento will be sidelined for eight weeks after injuring knee ligaments against Arsenal last weekend but the experienced Kieran Trippier will be an able deputy in his absence, manager Eddie Howe said on Friday.
Drivers on the M4 faced delays due to a collision on the M4 near Swansea this afternoon. Motorists are being warned of potentially hazardous driving conditions as Storm Amy brings heavy rain and strong winds to the UK. You can follow our live updates on the storm here.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker is not expected to be available until after the November international break due to a hamstring injury, manager Arne Slot said ahead of Saturday's Premier League game against Chelsea.