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Team News: Manchester United vs. Villarreal injury, suspension list, predicted XIs

sportsmole.co.uk, 28 September 2021, 19:00
Manchester United will be looking to avoid a third successive home defeat when they welcome Europa League holders Villarreal to Old Trafford for their Champions League encounter on Wednesday night.

Just over four months after losing the Europa League final to the Spanish outfit, the Red Devils will be seeking revenge as well as their first three points in Group F after suffering a surprise defeat to Young Boys in their opening match, and here Sports Mole rounds up the latest team news.

MANCHESTER UNITED vs. VILLARREAL

MANCHESTER UNITED

Out: Aaron Wan-Bissaka (suspended), Harry Maguire (calf), Luke Shaw (muscle) Marcus Rashford (shoulder), Amad Diallo (thigh)

Doubtful: None

Sports Mole's predicted XI: De Gea; Dalot, Lindelof, Varane, Telles; McTominay, Fred; Greenwood, Fernandes, Pogba; Ronaldo

VILLARREAL

Out: Samuel Chukwueze (hip)

Doubtful: Gerard Moreno (muscle), Dani Raba (knock)

Sports Mole's predicted XI: Rulli; Foyth, Albiol, Torres, A. Moreno; Parejo, Capoue, Trigueros; Danjuma, Alcacer, Pino

28 September 2021
goal.com
'Rabiot should be angry with himself' - Juve star's goal contribution 'unacceptable', says Allegri
The Frenchman has made little impact in attack during his two seasons in Turin and his manager is keen for that to change
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Klopp admits Alexander-Arnold injury "serious" with frank Man City verdict
Jurgen Klopp has admitted Trent Alexander-Arnold's injury is more "serious" than first thought as the Liverpool star now faces a battle to be fit to face Manchester City. The full-back has not travelled to Portugal with the rest of the squad for the Champions League group clash with Porto. And Alexander-Arnold could now be ruled out of the Premier League showdown with rivals City on Sunday after Klopp's latest update.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Man Utd are "sticking to the plan" as Solskjaer admits expectation change
Manchester United are "sticking to the plan" according to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who concedes the summer signings have heightened expectations. The Norwegian is into his third full season in charge at Old Trafford but is yet to deliver a trophy. United's silverware drought dates back to 2017 and continued investment means there is a growing demand for them to deliver.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Haller breaks Champions League record as ex-West Ham ace enjoys Ajax resurgence
Ajax striker Sebastien Haller has broken a Champions League goal scoring record after finding the net in Tuesday night's victory for his side against Besiktas. The Ivory Coast international striker netted the Amsterdam club's second goal in the match, which continued their perfect winning start to their group stage campaign.
28 September 2021
goal.com
Liverpool star Alexander-Arnold likely to miss Man City clash with injury
Jurgen Klopp admitted that the right-back's adductor problem appeared to be a serious one
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Jurgen Klopp confirms Trent Alexander-Arnold injury blow
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted that Trent Alexander-Arnold is a doubt for the weekend's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
28 September 2021
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Borussia Dortmund forced to change 'badgeless' Puma kit after fans protest
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28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Jorginho backed by Italy team-mate Giorgio Chiellini for the Ballon d'Or
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28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Team News: Riyad Mahrez, Raheem Sterling start for Manchester City against Paris Saint-Germain
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has made two change to his starting lineup for Tuesday night's Champions League showdown against Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Zlatan Ibrahimovic to make international return aged 40 after Sweden recall
Zlatan Ibrahimovic will make his international return for Sweden aged 40 after being called back up for his nation's World Cup qualifiers for October. The legendary striker was ruled out of Euro 2020 after suffering a knee injury but vowed to play for his nation again, despite celebrating his 40 th birthday on 4 October.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Manchester United
Bruno Fernandes has heaped praise on Manchester United for signing Raphael Varane this summer, stating that the defender will be a "really important" player for the club going forward.
28 September 2021
goal.com
Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 Golden Arrows (4-1 agg): Masandawana reach MTN8 final
The Brazilians will now face the winner between Swallows FC and Cape Town City in the decider of the tournament they last won in 2007
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Paul Merson: 'Arsenal can challenge for top four'
Paul Merson believes his former club Arsenal are capable of challenging for the top four in the Premier League this season.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Preview: Napoli vs. Spartak Moscow - prediction, team news, lineups
A scintillating start to Serie A sees Napoli in top form for their first Europa League home game, as they host Spartak Moscow on Thursday.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Juventus hijack Chelsea move for Aurelien Tchouameni?
Serie A giants Juventus are reportedly set to hijack Chelsea in their pursuit of Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Roger Hunt death leaves three surviving members of England's 1966 World Cup team
England World Cup winner and Liverpool goalscoring legend Roger Hunt has died at the age of 83, the Reds announced on Tuesday. Hunt, who was also part of England's 1966 World Cup-winning line-up, scored an unrivalled 244 league goals for the Reds. The club said in a statement posted on their official Twitter account: "We are mourning the passing of legendary former player Roger Hunt.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Liverpool to scout Porto duo in Champions League clash?
Liverpool will reportedly keep a close eye on Porto duo Otavio and Fabio Vieira when they two sides lock horns in the Champions League on Tuesday night.
28 September 2021
talksport.com
Man United sweat on Maguire injury ahead of crunch clash, but Shaw news more positive
Manchester United face a nervy wait to see if Harry Maguire will be fit in time to play Liverpool.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Man Utd 'set' Anthony Martial price tag as Erling Haaland transfer plan emerges
Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has struggled for form over the past year and appears set to be running out of time at the club. The Frenchman has failed to find the net in any of his six outings to date this campaign and scored just four Premier League goals in 22 appearances last season. Fresh reports have now linked Martial with a future move to Borussia Dortmund, who will need to bolster their attacking options due to the future of Erling Haaland.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Manchester City interested in Napoli's Victor Osimhen?
Premier League champions Manchester City are keeping a close eye on Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, according to a report.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Lingard teaches Ronaldo signature celebration in Man Utd training
Jesse Lingard has been teaching Cristiano Ronaldo his signature celebration in Manchester United training as he joked about helping his teammate. The midfielder has already netted twice this season having returned from his loan spell at West Ham. Lingard is looking to become a regular under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but has had to make do with substitute cameos thus far.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Bristol City
Bristol City manager Nigel Pearson has tested positive for Covid-19 and will miss the club's next two Sky Bet Championship fixtures.
28 September 2021
talksport.com
Granit Xhaka out for 6 to 8 weeks with ligament damage picked up against Spurs
Granit Xhaka will be out of action for between six to eight weeks after rupturing a knee ligament in Arsenal's 3-1 win over Tottenham.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Jorginho sets out Chelsea game plan to beat Juventus amid N'Golo Kante absence
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has warned his team-mates they must show more "speed and energy" to beat Juventus. The Blues suffered their first real setback of the season when they were beaten by Manchester City on Saturday and now face a major test against the Italian giants. But ex-Napoli star Jorginho admits that Chelsea did not "make the best choice" against City with their tactics and must put it right in the Champions League.
28 September 2021
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Football world mourns the death of Roger Hunt - Tuesday's sporting social
Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.
28 September 2021
goal.com
'Fighter and warrior' - Al Duhail SC's Olunga pays glowing tribute to retired Wanyama
The former skipper announced he was hanging up his international boots after being part of the national side for over a decade
28 September 2021
marca.com
How Sebastian Driussi's past is shaping his future with Austin FC
The Argentine attacker speaks exclusively with MARCA English
28 September 2021
talksport.com
Toney backed for England call-up after 'bullying Liverpool and Van Dijk'
Former Tottenham striker Darren Bent believes Brentford forward Ivan Toney deserves to get an England call-up.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Derby advertised on Twitter as administrators look to find buyer for crisis club
Derby County have rarely been out of the headlines lately. Last week saw the club's tumultuous campaign hit another low, as administration was confirmed. That followed months of financial struggles and off-field dramas and it brought with it an automatic 12-point handicap that saw the Rams sink to the bottom of the Championship table.
28 September 2021
talksport.com
Carragher likens Liverpool icon Hunt, who has untouchable record, to Lewandowski
Jamie Carragher has paid tribute to Liverpool legend Roger Hunt, who died aged 83 on Tuesday.
28 September 2021
talksport.com
Tottenham injury news: Bergwijn and Sessegnon latest following Arsenal defeat
Tottenham Hotspur will be desperate for a win as they prepare to take on Slovenian side Mura in the Europa Conference League on Thursday.
28 September 2021
talksport.com
The stunning trophy haul and huge numbers Guardiola and Messi shared at Barca
Old friends Lionel Messi and Pep Guardiola will reunite on Tuesday but as opponents.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Mexico
The British Government has been urged to treat players travelling to red list countries for international duty next month as "special cases" by the president of the Mexican federation.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Man City eye ex-Liverpool and Man Utd target but could encounter Kane problem
Manchester City have reportedly expressed an interest in Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, according to various reports in Italy. Pep Guardiola's side desperately wanted to sign Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane, but after a long, public chase of the England captain, they were eventually priced out of a move.
28 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Arteta's three-stage transfer plan suggests Arsenal overhaul isn't yet complete
"The squad needs changing," Mikel Arteta boldly told Arsenal chiefs at the end of a miserable season. "There were already a lot of changes in December, something that has not been done in years, but it tells us where we were. "Things are going to have to change and the owners are going to back it up.
28 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Scotland
Scotland boss Steve Clarke is looking forward to his first full house at Hampden Park in the crucial 2023 World Cup qualifier against Israel next month.
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