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English Premier League side, Manchester United have parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag, marking the end of his tenure at Old Trafford with the club languishing in 14th place in the Premier League.

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English Premier League side, Manchester United have parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag, marking the end of his tenure at Old Trafford with the club languishing in 14th place in the Premier League. 

The decision, influenced by a lack of progress on the pitch, brings an abrupt close to Ten Hag’s time as United’s head coach, with former player and his assistant, Ruud van Nistelrooy, stepping in as interim manager while the club searches for a permanent replacement.

In a formal statement, Manchester United acknowledged Ten Hag’s contributions: “Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager. Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future.”

Despite the recent FA Cup triumph, which seemed to reflect a hopeful upswing for the club, United’s current position in the league table underscores the inconsistency that has plagued their season. Their most recent setback, a 2-1 loss to West Ham, pushed them further down the standings and intensified the scrutiny on Ten Hag’s leadership. United has recorded only three wins in nine league matches this season, coupled with four losses and two draws—results far from the expectations set for a club of United’s stature.

According to sources within the club, the decision to part ways with Ten Hag was driven by concerns over stagnation and a lack of momentum, despite his efforts to reshape the team. Executives and other representatives expressed disappointment over the lack of tangible improvement in the squad’s performance, believing the trajectory under the Dutchman was not meeting their long-term objectives. Tensions regarding Ten Hag’s future had already begun to surface earlier in the year, but he was nevertheless awarded a contract extension in July, following the FA Cup win and a generally promising season.

In preparation for the new season, Ten Hag had committed nearly £200 million in the transfer market to reinforce the team, bringing in players he felt could elevate United’s overall competitiveness. However, his squad has struggled, both domestically and in European competitions. In their Europa League group, United currently sits 21st with just three points from three games, compounding the pressure on Ten Hag. This European performance, combined with their poor league standing, ultimately left United’s board with little choice but to seek a new direction.

As Manchester United looks to rebuild and restore its status among England’s top clubs, Ruud van Nistelrooy will take on interim management duties, supported by the current coaching staff, until a new head coach is found.

 

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EPL: Full list of players leaving for 2025 AFCON

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At least 25 players in the Premier League are set to travel for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

The tournament is scheduled to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.

Nigeria, Ivory Coast, DR Congo lead the way in terms of players based in the English topflight, with four selected from each club for the AFCON.

FIFA has directed clubs to release the eligible players from Monday, December 15.

Full list of players confirmed

Sunderland (5):
Chemsdine Talbi (Morocco), Reinildo (Mozambique), Bertrand Traoré (Burkina Faso), Arthur Masuaku (DR Congo), Noah Sadiki (DR Congo).

Manchester United (3):
Bryan Mbeumo (Cameroon), Amad Diallo (Ivory Coast), Noussair Mazraoui (Morocco).

Fulham (3):
Alex Iwobi (Nigeria), Calvin Bassey (Nigeria), Samuel Chukwueze (Nigeria).

Burnley (3):
Axel Tuanzebe (DR Congo), Lyle Foster (South Africa), Hannibal Mejbri (Tunisia).

Nottingham Forest (2):
Ibrahim Sangaré (Ivory Coast), Willy Boly (Ivory Coast).

Brentford (2):
Dango Ouattara (Burkina Faso), Frank Onyeka (Nigeria).

Manchester City (1):
Omar Marmoush (Egypt),

West Ham United (1):
Aaron Wan-Bissaka (DR Congo)

Wolves (2):
Tawanda Chirewa (Zimbabwe), Emmanuel Agbadou (Ivory Coast).

Brighton & Hove Albion (1):
Carlos Baleba (Cameroon).

Crystal Palace (2):
Ismaïla Sarr (Senegal), Cheick Doucouré (Mali)

Liverpool (1):
Mohammed Salah (Egypt)

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NNL bars fans from Ranchers Bees vs Adamawa United

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The Nigeria National League, NNL, has announced that matchday six fixture between Ranchers Bees and Adamawa United will be played behind closed doors.

The announcement was made in a statement by the league body.

Only the State Football Association representatives, staff of both teams, kit managers and medical personnel will be allowed into the stadium.

Others are the match officials, security personnel and camera men.

The reason for the decision to play the game without club supporters wasn’t stated by the league body.

The encounter will take place at the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna on Saturday (today).

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Nigeria vs Egypt Friendly Gets New Date

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Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have taken a fresh hit, with Egypt confirming that the highly anticipated friendly between both nations has been shifted from 14 to 16 December.

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) announced the adjustment late Friday, noting that FIFA’s updated international release directive, which allows clubs keep African players until 15 December, made the original date unworkable.

EFA Vice President Khaled El-Darandaly explained that the new rule left both Egypt and Nigeria without full squads for the initial date.

Key Pharaohs players, including Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, are now expected to arrive only after the new release window.

Egypt had already named its 28-man provisional squad and opened camp in Cairo, with head coach Hossam Hassan accelerating final preparations for a Group B campaign that includes South Africa, Angola and Zimbabwe.

Nigeria’s disruption is more extensive. The Super Eagles were originally scheduled to open camp on 10 December and progress through a streamlined friendly schedule before departing for Morocco. That entire framework has now been dismantled.

Under the revised timeline, camp will open on 14 December, leaving Eric Chelle with barely a week to prepare before AFCON kicks off.

The venue for the friendly is also now uncertain, with Cairo no longer feasible and both federations considering shifting the match to Morocco.

Nigeria’s build-up has been further destabilised by injuries to Ola Aina, Taiwo Awoniyi, Benjamin Fredrick and Felix Agu.

The shock retirement of captain William Troost-Ekong, winner of the 2023 AFCON Player of the Tournament award, creates an additional leadership vacuum in defence.

Chelle, who released a 55-man provisional list, must now trim his squad to 28 within a compressed window. Nigeria will compete in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda and Tanzania as they chase a fourth continental title.

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