Dutch footballer; forward for Manchester United, Netherlands
Bruno Fernandes and co. see off Leeds United in a shootout after a 1-1 draw in the first Gaelic Games stadium game since 2009. The match ends amid fan invasions and a late crossbar hit as Mazraoui secures the win in the shootout.
Manchester United have lost 4-2 to AC Milan in a pre-season friendly in Wroclaw, with Rashford, Mainoo and Martinez making returns. Carrick faces decisions on squad selection and transfer plans as the season nears.
Moise Zirkzee is eyeing a temporary exit from Manchester United ahead of the transfer deadline, with Fiorentina leading the race on a season-long loan that includes an option to buy. Juventus and Aston Villa are also linked, but United have not ruled out keeping the forward if a suitable offer does not emerge. The talks are ongoing as deadlines loom.
Marcus Rashford starts a Premier League game for Manchester United after 20 months away, scoring 30 goals in 2022-23 and returning amid doubt. Maguire says Rashford is back, hungry, and a major asset as United beat Ipswich 5-2. Carrick and others note Rashford’s improved fitness and leadership as the season starts.
Everton has failed to sign Folarin Balogun after a late medical issue forced the Monaco deal to collapse, leaving the club with few options up front as the transfer window closes. The club has retooled with a loan for Jack Grealish and signings at right-back, but fan anger and questions over leadership loom.
Crystal Palace beat Fulham 3-2 at Craven Cottage as Ben Chilwell’s stoppage-time volley seals the win after Tyrick Mitchell equalised twice. Fulham had led twice but injuries and a late goal cost Arbeloa’s side; Palace take momentum into the next fixtures.