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Manchester United lose 2-0 to Atletico Madrid as red card deepens winless run
Manchester United were beaten 2-0 by Atletico Madrid in a Champions League match, conceding within the first minute and later reduced to ten men after a controversial dismissal, extending their winless streak under manager Michael Carrick.
14 Oct 2026, 04:16 WAT · 2 sources

McIlroy says LIV Golf’s concept was flawed but welcomes its players back to the DP World Tour
Rory McIlroy described LIV Golf as a partially sound idea that was poorly executed, noting that the breakaway circuit no longer threatens traditional tours and that he would support former LIV players rejoining the DP World Tour.
14 Oct 2026, 04:16 WAT · 2 sources

Arsenal secure 3-0 Champions League win over Lille at Emirates
Arsenal defeated Lille 3-0 with three goals scored in a seven‑minute spell in the second half, preserving a flawless start to the Champions League and drawing level on points with Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon.
14 Oct 2026, 04:15 WAT · 2 sources

Lisandro Martínez criticises Manchester United hierarchy after Champions League defeat
Following a 2-0 loss to Atlético Madrid, Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez said the club’s leadership failed to build a squad capable of competing at Champions League level, calling for greater investment and questioning the work of director of football Jason Wilcox.
14 Oct 2026, 04:15 WAT · 3 sources

Independent Football Regulator warns English clubs face mounting financial risk
The IFR’s draft ‘State of the Game’ report finds that most clubs in England’s top five divisions are loss‑making, with debt set to exceed £5bn, prompting calls for urgent action before broadcast revenues fall.
14 Oct 2026, 04:12 WAT · 2 sources