Real Madrid's Alonso plays down Valverde controversy
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Defiant Amorim stands firm on Man Utd system ahead of Sunderland clash
MANCHESTER, England :Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim defended his tactical approach on Friday, insisting his much-criticised 3-4-2-1 system is not to blame for the team's struggles as he prepares for his 50th game in charge against promoted Sunderland.
Forest's Postecoglou unfazed by job pressure after winless start
Nottingham Forest boss Ange Postecoglou has no time to think about his job security, saying on Friday he knew months before that he would lose his job at Tottenham Hotspur but still kept his eyes on the prize as they won the Europa League.
Witsel gets surprise recall to Belgium squad for World Cup qualifiers
BRUSSELS :Belgium have recalled Axel Witsel to add experience to the squad in place of injured captain Youri Tielemans and striker Romelu Lukaku for this month's World Cup qualifiers against North Macedonia and Wales, coach Rudi Garcia announced on Friday.
Striker Meerdink gets first call-up for Netherlands
AMSTERDAM :Mexx Meerdink has been handed a first call-up by the Netherlands as they look to find additional striking options for this month's World Cup qualifiers.
Arteta wary of West Ham ahead of 300th game in charge of Arsenal
LONDON :Mikel Arteta takes charge of his 300th game as Arsenal manager on Saturday boasting a higher win percentage than any of his predecessors who chalked up more than 50 matches, but a familiar danger looms in the shape of West Ham United.
Kolisi wary of Argentina fight and flair ahead of Twickenham showdown
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's Livramento ruled out for eight weeks, says Howe
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.