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Overall, building out from the back has been a promising part of United’s game in pre-season and where we have most clearly seen some of the principles Carrick has tried to instil in his squad. Going back to Amorim’s United once more, when they did play out from the back, …

Moore shied away from revealing the exact details of his new regime, although he was pictured being put through his paces in private off-season sessions – and says his young son has ensured he has been kept on his toes. “I had some rest as well which is needed, but …

Welcome to our Who am I? game. The rules are simple. Each day, there’s a new footballer – and the challenge is to guess who they are in as few attempts as possible. After each wrong guess, you unlock a new clue. The fewer clues you need to get the …

Welcome to our Five in Five game. The rules are simple. Each day we want you to give us five correct answers inside five minutes. Will you beat the clock? Take part and return for more tomorrow. Today’s question set by BBC Sport’s Joe Rindl. After more quizzes? Go to …

Last season: 12th. There has been trauma on Tyneside this summer. Some of their best players – sold. The manager who brought the first domestic trophy for 70 years – gone. So, a challenging job awaits for new man Matthias Jaissle. The momentum has gone out of the Saudi Arabian …

Available for over a year Premier League chief executive Richard Masters speaks to BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan ahead of the 2026/27 season getting underway. They discuss the fall out from Gianni Infantino’s bid to sell off a stake in the World Cup to private investors, the wait for a …

Available for 29 days After a long couple of seasons for Tottenham Hotspur, will Roberto De Zerbi’s summer business be enough to turn the club around? Former Spurs winger Andros Townsend, former Spurs fullback Chris Hughton and fan Flav Bateman join Aaron Paul to discuss their chances ahead of the …

A competitor has died following a crash involving two riders during qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man. The session was red-flagged at about 18:50 BST following the incident at Cruickshanks, in Ramsey, on the opening lap of Tuesday evening’s session. Organisers said the other competitor …

Available for 29 days Arsenal seek to defend their Premier League title, but just how difficult will a title defence be? Former Arsenal right back Carl Jenkinson, The Athletic’s Amy Lawrence and fan Clive Palmer join Aaron Paul to discuss the chances of a second Premier League trophy for Mikel …

Crystal Palace have signed forward Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake for a reported $15m (£11.1m). The 19-year-old has signed a five-year deal with Palace, subject to international clearance. Gozo joined the Real Salt Lake academy in 2021 and made his Major League Soccer debut as a 16-year-old in October …

Al-Hilal in talks with Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins, Newcastle explore move for Manchester City‘s Nico Gonzalez, Sunderland move for Dayann Methalie in danger of collapsing. Representatives for England captain Harry Kane, 33, have held talks with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, with the Bayern Munich striker open to a …

Brighton have signed Canada striker Promise David from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy for a reported £22m. The 25-year-old arrives having played 82 times for the Belgian side, scoring 41 goals and providing nine assists since signing in 2024. Having started his career …

Real Betis are in advanced talks with AZ Alkmaar over a 20m euros (£17.1m) deal to sign Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott. It is understood an agreement between the Dutch club Alkmaar and Spain’s Betis is now close. West Ham had been heavily linked with a move for the …

Somerset have bolstered their push for a maiden County Championship with the signing of New Zealand Test batter Henry Nicholls for the final six matches of the season. The 34-year-old bats at three for the Black Caps and scored a century at The Oval in June to help New Zealand …

Bayern Munich say Jamal Musiala will “speak out” after the Germany midfielder collapsed during a match for the second time in a four-day period. On Tuesday, Musiala collapsed six minutes after coming off the bench in Bayern’s 4-2 friendly victory at Heidenheim. The 23-year-old appeared dazed as he received medical …

Nakamura enjoyed a productive season in Ligue 1 during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 11 goals in 32 appearances despite Reims’ relegation. He started his football career in the academy at Gamba Osaka before moving to Europe aged 18, with loan spells at FC Twente, Sint-Truiden and Juniors OO. He then …

Available for over a year Henry Moeran is alongside cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt and TMS commentator Aatif Nawaz to look ahead to the first Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley. Hear from England captain Joe Root and Jordan Cox, plus the team discuss Pakistan captain Babar Azam missing the …

Former Manchester United footballer Paul Scholes has been handed a six-month road ban after he racked up two driving convictions in the space of two days. The 51-year-old was caught speeding in a Range Rover on the evening of 3 March while on a late-night drive through Cleckheaton in West …

Fifa’s decision to dismiss senior executive Kevin Lamour following his criticism of president Gianni Infantino sends a “deeply troubling message to all of us seeking change”, says Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister. Lamour had held the position of chief operating officer at Fifa and his departure was confirmed on Monday evening. …

Aston Villa have agreed a deal sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The DR Congo right-back will join on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. Wan-Bissaka has been given permission to travel for a medical in the Midlands but the exact …