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Ruud van Nistelrooy has been appointed as Leicester City's new manager on a contract until June 2027, succeeding Steve Cooper, who was sacked after a poor start to the season. Van Nistelrooy's first match will be against West Ham on December 3, following a brief interim role at Manchester United.
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The FA Cup third round draw has set up intriguing matchups, including Manchester City facing Salford City, owned by former United players. Liverpool will host Accrington Stanley, while Manchester United visits Arsenal. Matches are scheduled for January 11-12, 2025.
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Ruud van Nistelrooy prepares for his last match as interim manager of Manchester United against Leicester City. Following Erik ten Hag's dismissal, he aims to leave the team in good form before new head coach Ruben Amorim takes over on November 11.
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Coventry City has terminated the contract of manager Mark Robins after a disappointing start to the Championship season. Despite his successful tenure, which included promotions and near misses for the Premier League, the club's recent performance led to this unexpected decision.
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Rúben Amorim will officially start as Manchester United's head coach on Monday, following Ruud van Nistelrooy's unbeaten interim tenure. Amorim's first match is scheduled for November 24 against Ipswich, pending the approval of his work visa, which is still in process.
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During an easyJet flight to Lisbon, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes assisted a fellow passenger who collapsed. Witness Susanna Lawson praised Fernandes for his quick response and composure, highlighting the positive impact of his actions amidst the chaos. The incident has sparked discussions about celebrity behavior in emergencies.
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Diego Forlan, the former Manchester United star, made his professional tennis debut at the Uruguay Open, partnering with Federico Coria. The duo lost in straight sets to Boris Arias and Federico Zeballos, but Forlan expressed gratitude for the experience, highlighting the joy of competing again.
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Charles Ogunmilade, an Arsenal fan, received a three-year football banning order for racially abusing Thomas Partey on social media. The court acknowledged Ogunmilade's claim that the comment was intended as satire, but imposed penalties including a fine and restrictions on travel during international matches.
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Pep Guardiola has signed a contract extension with Manchester City, committing to the club until 2027. This decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny over the club's financial practices and a challenging run of form, with City currently facing 130 charges related to financial breaches.
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Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been nominated for the FIFPRO World XI, despite not playing in Europe. The shortlist includes 26 players, with a significant representation from Manchester City and Real Madrid. The final team will be announced on December 9, 2024.
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On December 1, 2024, Manchester United secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford. The win marked a significant improvement under new manager Ruben Amorim, following a mixed start to the season. Despite the triumph, fan protests against ticket price hikes overshadowed the celebration.
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Tottenham Hotspur drew 2-2 with AS Roma in a Europa League match, failing to secure a win despite leading twice. Son Heung-min and Brennan Johnson scored for Spurs, but Mats Hummels equalized in stoppage time, leaving Spurs in ninth place in their group.