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EPL: I work differently – Zidane confirms decision on managing Man Utd

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Former France midfielder, Zinedine Zidane, has admitted it is unlikely he will coach Manchester United, stating his reluctance to work in England is a key factor.

Zidane has not coached any team since he left Real Madrid for the second time in 2021.

However, the 52-year-old has been consistently linked with top teams like United, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich.

Zidane has now revealed he is reluctant to join the Premier League club because of the language barrier.

In an interview with L’Equipe, Zidane said: “Would I want to go to Manchester [United]? I understand English, but I’m not completely fluent in it.

“I know that there are coaches who go to clubs without speaking the language, but I work in a different way.

He added: “Many elements come into play in order to win, it is a global context. I know what I need to win.”

EPL: I work differently – Zidane confirms decision on managing Man Utd

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Stanley Nwabali, the goalie for the Nigerian Super Eagles, lost his mother this evening, less than three months after his father passed away.

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Stanley Nwabali, the goalie for the Nigerian Super Eagles, lost his mother this evening, less than three months after his father passed away.

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Boxer Anthony Joshua visits President Tinubu and presents him with an autographed boxing glove.

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British-Nigerian professional boxer, Anthony Joshua, has paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Lagos residence. 

The meeting was made public on Wednesday through photos shared on X by Dada Olusegun, President Tinubu’s special assistant on social media.

During the visit, Joshua presented the President with an autographed boxing glove with a personalised  message to the president.

The inscription reads, “To the Great Asiwaju Jagaban, Borgu of Africa, ‘Bola A Tinubu.’”

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This visit comes two days after Joshua’s recent meeting with Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State at the government house in Abeokuta on Monday. 

Governor Abiodun named the former world boxing champion as a “sports ambassador” for the state.

 

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Ruben Amorim fears Man United could be in relegation battle after 4th straight defeat

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Ruben Amorim has struggled to implement his new style since replacing Erik ten Hag last month. Photo by Molly Darlington/Copa. Source: Getty Images
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  • Manchester United are seven points above the relegation zone halfway through the season after losing to Newcastle
  • They have lost five of their last six matches in the Premier League, which leaves them 14th in the table
  • Ruben Amorim has discussed whether his team are in a relegation battle a month after he took the role

Manchester United suffered another defeat in the Premier League, putting them in a precarious position as the league reaches the halfway point.

Ruben Amorim’s side was beaten 2-0 by Newcastle United at Old Trafford on Sunday, leaving them 14th.

The Portuguese coach, who took over from Erik ten Hag last month, said his team could be in a relegation battle.

Are Man United in relegation fight?

Man United were last relegated from the English top flight 50 years ago. If things don’t improve, they could go down for the first time in Premier League history.

Last season, they recorded their worst finish in Premier League history, but if things don’t improve, it could be worse this season.

At the halfway point, they are 14th with 22 points: six wins, four draws and nine defeats.

Amorim’s side have lost the last four matches in a row and six of their last eight. They’ve also lost three consecutive home games for the first time since 1979, per Sky Sports.

Since the Portuguese coach took charge last month, he has overseen just four wins in 11 matches.

Amorim on relegation threat

The Red Devils were poor in the first half against Newcastle United, and things could’ve been worse.

The introduction of Kobbie Mainoo helped the hosts gain some control. However, they struggled to create chances. Amorim fears his team is in a relegation fight.

BBC Sport asked the former Sporting CP if his team was in a battle to avoid the drop.

“I think that it is a possibility. We have to be clear with our fans.”

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He was also asked if it was embarrassing to talk about relegation as a Man United coach.

“It is also my fault,” he said. “The team is not improving. It is a little bit lost in this moment and it is a bit embarrassing to be Manchester United coach and lose a lot of games. I think people are tired of excuses at this club. This club needs a shock.”

Why Amorim took Zirkzee off

TUKO.co.ke earlier reported that Amorim explained his reasoning for subbing Joshua Zirkzee in the first half against Newcastle.

The 39-year-old said he was thinking about the team when he replaced him with Kobbie Mainoo in the 33rd minute.

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