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Man United must go big and hire a superstar manager after firing Amorim

It is time for one of the most powerful clubs in the world to hire a manager with the experience, track record, credentials and personality befitting Man United's status.

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Amorim sacked after fiery Wilcox row - sources

Ruben Amorim was sacked by Manchester United in the aftermath of an explosive meeting with director of football Jason Wilcox on Friday, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

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VAR doesn't interfere with second yellow cards. But should it?

Despite some major incidents lately, VAR is unable to get involved in second yellow cards. Here's why.

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VAR review: Why was Wirtz onside in Premier League, offside in Europe?

Liverpool had a goal from Florian Wirtz ruled out vs. Fulham, but it was overturned by VAR on the slimmest of margins. Why?

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AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS

Salah scores in final play of extra time as Egypt beat Benin

Egypt advanced to the AFCON quarterfinals on Monday with a 3-1 win over Benin, but they needed extra time to get there in a bruising encounter that saw the Cheetahs throw everything they had at Mohamed Salah and co.

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Jude Bellingham, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Marcus Rashford latest at Real Madrid, Barcelona

How are Jude Bellingham, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Marcus Rashford getting on in LaLiga? ESPN fills you in on the latest.

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Laurens reacts to Gonzalo Garcia's 'incredible' Real Madrid hat trick

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2025-26 English Premier League

No Maresca, no problem? Chelsea's late draw at Man City a blow for Guardiola & Co.

All signs pointed Sunday to a routine Man City win given their quality and Chelsea's turmoil since Enzo Maresca left as manager. Yet Enzo Fernandez's late goal ensured Chelsea went home happy.

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Will Man City's defensive struggles cost them in the title race?

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Guardiola: Gvardiol injury 'doesn't look good'

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McFarlane: Some Chelsea players shocked by Maresca decision

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Why Manchester City can still make a run to Arsenal in the title race

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    Premier League recap: Chelsea snatch a dramatic late draw at Man City

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    How Gonzalo Garcia 'elevated' Real Madrid's performance vs. Betis

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