Premier League crisis club of the week 2023/24: Manchester United
90min's Premier League crisis club of the week is Manchester United after their defeat to Brighton at the weekend.
2023-09-20 00:18
MLS terminates contract of Matko Miljevic for violating standard player contract
Major League Soccer terminated the contract of CF Montreal player Matko Miljevic for violating the “standard player agreement.”
2023-09-20 00:17
Carlos Sainz would be a ‘good fit’ for Audi seat in 2026
Ex-F1 driver Johnny Herbert believes Carlos Sainz would be a “good fit” for a seat with Audi when they enter Formula 1 in 2026. Sainz, two weeks after securing pole position at Monza, stormed to a lights-to-flag victory in Singapore on Sunday to claim his second F1 victory. The Spaniard is under contract at Ferrari until the end of the 2024 season but has been linked with a move to Audi – who will take over Sauber/Alfa Romeo in 2026 when new engine regulations come into force – as the German powerhouse targets an impressive driver pairing. And former British Grand Prix winner and Sky F1 pundit Herbert insists Sainz, much like his rally world champion father Carlos Snr., has the right mentality to succeed at a new team like Audi. “If you’re trying to bring in your brand like Audi will be, your expectations have to be really high,” Herbert said. “You are trying to get the best and also the best of the future. Carlos has proved that he has got everything but he has got to be more consistent. “Monza was a sign that if he gets it right he can do it and would be a good fit. “Like his dad, he has the right mentality. He is very strong in the head and has a very good understanding about cars and that is what Audi will need. But I also think he will want to stay at Ferrari.” Last week, Alfa Romeo confirmed that Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu will pair up for the third year running for the 2024 season. Bottas has a contract with the team until the end of 2025, while Zhou is on a shorter, year-by-year deal. Read More Ferrari finally find their chief strategist – and it’s Carlos Sainz Mercedes boss Toto Wolff to miss Japanese Grand Prix Max Verstappen makes prediction for Japan after his winning run ends
2023-09-20 00:00
Harry Kane and Bayern Munich out to ‘dominate’ Manchester United
Harry Kane says Bayern Munich need to use Manchester United’s issues to their advantage as the England skipper looks to shoot down his long-term admirers in the Champions League. Kane has long been linked with a move to Old Trafford but last month moved to the German giants from boyhood club Tottenham. He has hit the ground running with four goals in as many domestic games as attention turns to Wednesday’s Champions League opener. United are the visitors and the England skipper, 30, maintains Bayern always felt like the right choice for his next club. “To be honest, obviously over the summer I know there were some talks between a few clubs in the background,” Kane said. “But Bayern was a team I was really excited by so there wasn’t too many other discussions once they came in. “My focus is on here. Obviously Manchester are a great club, a really big club as well, but I decided to come here and I’m really happy I have.” Kane joined Bayern in search of silverware that has evaded him for club and country – success that is almost guaranteed with the German behemoths. Trophies have looked far from certain over the last decade at United, who head to Bavaria in a precarious state after a third defeat in four matches compounded their well-documented off-field issues. Kane is wary of a potential backlash but acknowledged United have been going through a “bit of a tough spell recently” that they can capitalise on. “I don’t know about the perfect time (to play them),” he said. “There can be a big response from teams going through a difficult spell but of course we need to use circumstances to our advantage, to go with big confidence at home in front of our fans. “It is important to start the game on the front foot and really try and put the pressure on the opposition. “They have some big threats as well, on the counter-attack they have some really quick players, so we need to be wary of that. “But overall it’s a game we want to try to dominate and try to keep the pressure on and hopefully break them down as the game goes on.” Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern side are strong favourites to win Wednesday’s match and second only to holders Manchester City in the bookmakers’ odds to lift the trophy, but Kane is focusing on further improvements on a personal and collective level. “It’s been a good start for me here for sure,” he said. “Whenever there is a big transfer there is a little bit more pressure and expectation. “Really pleased to score the four goals so far. I still think personally I can play better but I think that will come with getting to know my team-mates more and the system and the way we play. “There’s definitely room for improvement in my all-round game but it’s always good to score four goals in four games.” Kane is the all-time top goalscorer of both England and Tottenham, who have started the season well despite their star turn’s exit. New head coach Ange Postecoglou’s side are unbeaten in the Premier League, with four wins – including one over United – and a draw leaving Spurs second. “They’ve had a fantastic start,” Kane said. “I’m always keeping an eye on them and I’ll keep an eye on Tottenham for the rest of my life. “I’m really happy to see the team playing the way they are and to see the fans happy is a great thing.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Italy boss Kieran Crowley wary of ‘massive threat’ posed by Uruguay Harry Kane defends ‘scapegoated’ Harry Maguire amid ‘unnecessary scrutiny’ Chris Billam-Smith confident of Lawrence Okolie win but doubts appeal of rematch
2023-09-19 23:53
Ex-NFL player missing after mother found murdered
Police have not named former Patriots player Sergio Brown as a suspect or a person of interest.
2023-09-19 23:50
Erik ten Hag dealt further injury blow as Man Utd name squad for Bayern trip
Man Utd are dealt another injury blow as Harry Maguire is ruled out of the game against Bayern Munich. Mason Mount and Raphael Varane have returned to training but neither are in contention to face the Bundesliga giants.
2023-09-19 23:48
European soccer could see more disruption from Azerbaijan-Armenia conflict over disputed region
International soccer games could again be affected by the territorial dispute between Azerbaijan and Armenia that reignited Tuesday
2023-09-19 23:46
Early Returns Suggest Deion Sanders is a College Football Ratings Monster
Deion Sanders' team is moving the ratings needle.
2023-09-19 23:27
Prime-time viewing: Colorado-Colorado State draws a late-night record 9.3 million viewers for ESPN
Colorado’s double-overtime victory against Colorado State, which ended in the early hours of Sunday morning in most of the country, drew 9.3 million viewers
2023-09-19 23:26
Column: Duane Bock thought he would have the summer off. Now the caddie is going to the Ryder Cup
Duane Bock finally gets to caddie in a Ryder Cup and it's not anything like he expected
2023-09-19 23:23
Boldyn Networks and ASM Global Redefine the Connected Fan Experience with State-of-the-Art Converged Network at Cowtown Coliseum, Featuring 5G DAS, Private CBRS Network, and Wi-Fi 6E
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2023-09-19 23:19
Travis Hunter reveals details of scary injury that landed him in hospital
Colorado star Travis Hunter has opened up about his horrific incident in the game against Colorado State.
2023-09-19 23:19
