THE SUN ON SUNDAY:
Furious Jose Mourinho could face a touchline ban after being sent off in Chelsea's 4-1 win over Cardiff. Also: Wayne Rooney fears Alex Ferguson's new book will turn Manchester United's fans against him.
THE SUNDAY TIMES:
The Qatar World Cup could be moved from summer to April 2022, says the leading voice in European club football. Also: The storm over the composition of the commission to improve the England team deepened yesterday when the FA chairman, Greg Dyke, faced accusations from a colleague and a government minister that the think-tank fails to reflect the country's ethnic diversity.
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH:
The FA's Commission into the future of English football has descended into chaos with chairman Greg Dyke hitting back at criticisms levelled at him by FA board member Heather Rabbatts in Saturday's Daily Telegraph. Tiger Woods is prepared to take legal action against one of America's most respected golf analysts to clear his name from a "cheating" slur.
THE MAIL ON SUNDAY:
Greg Dyke's leadership of the Football Association is under attack less than four months since he took over as chairman - and was heralded as a reforming force within the national game. Also: Chris Robshaw, who led England in their rugby Grand Slam humiliation in Cardiff earlier this year, is expected to be told this week that he has regained the captain's armband.
THE OBSERVER:
Helen Grant, the new sports minister, will meet the Football Association on Wednesday to demand answers over the lack of diversity on its flagship commission in the wake of stinging criticism from one of its own board members. Also: Manchester United began the day with the news that everyone connected with the club had been hoping to hear: that 18-year-old Adnan Januzaj had been tied down to a five-year contract, but ended it by conceding a scruffy goal at an 89th-minute corner to squander two points against Southampton.
THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY:
Greg Dyke's attempts to create a commission to improve the England national football team descended into acrimony and farce last night as he was forced to admit he had been wrong to omit an ethnic minority representative from its initial members.
DAILY STAR SUNDAY:
David Moyes last night demanded better defending from his side after Southampton's last-minute equaliser at Old Trafford. Also: Sir Alex Ferguson last night told England boss Roy Hodgson: You have the worst job in football.
SUNDAY MIRROR:
Manchester City and Arsenal want to land Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Lewandowski. Also: Gus Poyet needed to watch just one performance to realise the size of the problem he faces to keep Sunderland in the Premier League.
SUNDAY EXPRESS:
Roy Hodgson says he got it spot on with his decision to give Andros Townsend his international debut - and insists Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas was wrong to criticise him for doing so. Also: Jose Mourinho ducked questions after being sent off for a touchline display of anger during Chelsea's 4-1 victory at home to Cardiff yesterday.
SUNDAY PEOPLE:
Adnan Januzaj has landed the biggest pay-day for a teenager in Manchester United's history - including a whopping signing-on fee of £5million. Also: Jose Mourinho turned cheerleader at Stamford Bridge - after being banished to the stands.
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THE SUN:
Roy Hodgson and Rio Ferdinand must bury the hatchet after being named on the new FA commission. Also: The FA has promised a full-scale probe after a linesman was hit by a smoke bomb at Aston Villa yesterday.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Rio Ferdinand will add his voice to the debate on improving England's fortunes after agreeing to join the Football Association's new commission, along with national coach Roy Hodgson. Also: England star Andros Townsend lit up Villa Park last night with a lucky strike for Tottenham.
DAILY MAIL:
Greg Dyke has moved to try to end the revolt that has engulfed the Football Association by announcing Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson will join his England Commission. Also: The Football Association will launch an investigation after an assistant referee was struck by a smoke bomb thrown from the stands at Villa Park.
DAILY MIRROR:
Andros Townsend lit up Tottenham's away day triumph - and then promised he will not turn into a big-time Charlie. Also: Neil Warnock is being lined up for a comeback as Birmingham City's director of football - with pal Gianni Paladini closing in on a takeover of the club.
DAILY STAR:
Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas says he has no fears gold boy Andros Townsend will get too big for his boots. Also: Jose Mourinho is expected to escape a touchline ban following his dismissal against Cardiff.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand is adamant he can put his difficult relationship with England manager Roy Hodgson behind him, after the two men were named by Football Association chairman Greg Dyke as members of the commission to improve the England team. Also: After a week of headlines, of hype, of his first England goal, his first front-page storm - and a new contract too - Andros Townsend made it very clear at Villa Park on Sunday that he is a footballer worth paying attention to.
THE TIMES:
Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson joined Greg Dyke's commission yesterday as the FA chairman sought to defuse the row over the lack of diversity and heavyweight clout on his panel. Also: The FA launched an investigation last night after Dave Bryan, an assistant referee, was struck by a smoke bomb thrown from the stand holding visiting supporters at Villa Park.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Greg Dyke failed to quell the unrest in his own Football Association board last night after Heather Rabbatts's revolt against the make-up of his commission into the English game continued, despite the addition of Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson. Also: The Football Association has opened an investigation after a flare was thrown and struck assistant referee David Bryan after Tottenham Hotspurs' first goal at Villa Park on Sunday.
THE GUARDIAN:
Rio Ferdinand has been appointed to the FA's commission into the future of English football, two days after the chairman, Greg Dyke, faced stinging criticism from one of his board members over the ethnic makeup of the panel. Also: A sparkling performance by Andros Townsend in Tottenham Hotspurs' 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park was overshadowed when an assistant referee was hit by a flare thrown by a member of the visiting support.
Roy Hodgson and Rio Ferdinand must bury the hatchet after being named on the new FA commission. Also: The FA has promised a full-scale probe after a linesman was hit by a smoke bomb at Aston Villa yesterday.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Rio Ferdinand will add his voice to the debate on improving England's fortunes after agreeing to join the Football Association's new commission, along with national coach Roy Hodgson. Also: England star Andros Townsend lit up Villa Park last night with a lucky strike for Tottenham.
DAILY MAIL:
Greg Dyke has moved to try to end the revolt that has engulfed the Football Association by announcing Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson will join his England Commission. Also: The Football Association will launch an investigation after an assistant referee was struck by a smoke bomb thrown from the stands at Villa Park.
DAILY MIRROR:
Andros Townsend lit up Tottenham's away day triumph - and then promised he will not turn into a big-time Charlie. Also: Neil Warnock is being lined up for a comeback as Birmingham City's director of football - with pal Gianni Paladini closing in on a takeover of the club.
DAILY STAR:
Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas says he has no fears gold boy Andros Townsend will get too big for his boots. Also: Jose Mourinho is expected to escape a touchline ban following his dismissal against Cardiff.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand is adamant he can put his difficult relationship with England manager Roy Hodgson behind him, after the two men were named by Football Association chairman Greg Dyke as members of the commission to improve the England team. Also: After a week of headlines, of hype, of his first England goal, his first front-page storm - and a new contract too - Andros Townsend made it very clear at Villa Park on Sunday that he is a footballer worth paying attention to.
THE TIMES:
Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson joined Greg Dyke's commission yesterday as the FA chairman sought to defuse the row over the lack of diversity and heavyweight clout on his panel. Also: The FA launched an investigation last night after Dave Bryan, an assistant referee, was struck by a smoke bomb thrown from the stand holding visiting supporters at Villa Park.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Greg Dyke failed to quell the unrest in his own Football Association board last night after Heather Rabbatts's revolt against the make-up of his commission into the English game continued, despite the addition of Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson. Also: The Football Association has opened an investigation after a flare was thrown and struck assistant referee David Bryan after Tottenham Hotspurs' first goal at Villa Park on Sunday.
THE GUARDIAN:
Rio Ferdinand has been appointed to the FA's commission into the future of English football, two days after the chairman, Greg Dyke, faced stinging criticism from one of his board members over the ethnic makeup of the panel. Also: A sparkling performance by Andros Townsend in Tottenham Hotspurs' 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park was overshadowed when an assistant referee was hit by a flare thrown by a member of the visiting support.
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DAILY MAIL:
Jose Mourinho last night launched a stinging attack on Cardiff City, accusing their manager Malky Mackay of deploying time-wasting tactics which ripped off Chelsea fans. Also: Dangerous flares and smoke bombs advertised as explicitly for football and 'ideal for hooligans' are being sold online for as little as £1.70 each.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
The Football Association last night risked an angry response from Jose Mourinho after charging the Chelsea manager with improper conduct. Also: Jurgen Klopp is such a big admirer of Arsenal's style that he said he would happily have paid for a ticket to watch his Borussia Dortmund side face the free-scoring Gunners tonight.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Arsene Wenger admits tonight is the acid test to see how far his high-flying Arsenal side can really go. Also: Ian Holloway is clinging on to his job as manager of Crystal Palace after his side were torn apart by Fulham last night.
DAILY STAR:
Manchester City have had a bust-up with Champions League rivals CSKA Moscow after being banned from their pitch. Also: Crystal Palace boss Ian Holloway was left fearing for his job last night.
THE TIMES:
Arsene Wenger has challenged his players to assert themselves as serious contenders at home and abroad in tonight's Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund. Also: It seems a little early to be talking about the goal of the season but Pajtim Kasami submitted a contender that will take some beating when he eased the pressure on Martin Jol last night.
THE SUN:
Alex Ferguson aims to keep the peace between Wayne Rooney and Manchester United. Also: Jack Wilshere's goal of the season lasted barely 48 hours - as Pajtim Kasami produced an out-of-this-world strike for Fulham last night.
DAILY MIRROR:
Billy Bonds has branded Harry Redknapp "pathetic" and "liberal with the truth" after reigniting their 20-year-old feud. Also: Patrice Evra is set to leave Manchester United at the end of the season and return to France.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Jose Mourinho, the Chelsea manager, last night delivered an extraordinary rant and accused Cardiff City of breaking the rules and ruining the game for supporters. Also: Happy birthday, Arsene Wenger? It most certainly will be tonight if on the occasion of the Arsenal manager's 64th his resurgent young team beat last season's Champions League finalists Borussia Dortmund to confirm their position as one of the most exciting teams in Europe.
THE GUARDIAN:
For Arsenal the season's biggest test to date is at hand. Also: Chief constables across the country have been urged to clamp down on those who set off smoke bombs and flares in football grounds amid warnings that serious injury or a fatality is inevitable if action is not taken.
Jose Mourinho last night launched a stinging attack on Cardiff City, accusing their manager Malky Mackay of deploying time-wasting tactics which ripped off Chelsea fans. Also: Dangerous flares and smoke bombs advertised as explicitly for football and 'ideal for hooligans' are being sold online for as little as £1.70 each.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
The Football Association last night risked an angry response from Jose Mourinho after charging the Chelsea manager with improper conduct. Also: Jurgen Klopp is such a big admirer of Arsenal's style that he said he would happily have paid for a ticket to watch his Borussia Dortmund side face the free-scoring Gunners tonight.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Arsene Wenger admits tonight is the acid test to see how far his high-flying Arsenal side can really go. Also: Ian Holloway is clinging on to his job as manager of Crystal Palace after his side were torn apart by Fulham last night.
DAILY STAR:
Manchester City have had a bust-up with Champions League rivals CSKA Moscow after being banned from their pitch. Also: Crystal Palace boss Ian Holloway was left fearing for his job last night.
THE TIMES:
Arsene Wenger has challenged his players to assert themselves as serious contenders at home and abroad in tonight's Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund. Also: It seems a little early to be talking about the goal of the season but Pajtim Kasami submitted a contender that will take some beating when he eased the pressure on Martin Jol last night.
THE SUN:
Alex Ferguson aims to keep the peace between Wayne Rooney and Manchester United. Also: Jack Wilshere's goal of the season lasted barely 48 hours - as Pajtim Kasami produced an out-of-this-world strike for Fulham last night.
DAILY MIRROR:
Billy Bonds has branded Harry Redknapp "pathetic" and "liberal with the truth" after reigniting their 20-year-old feud. Also: Patrice Evra is set to leave Manchester United at the end of the season and return to France.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Jose Mourinho, the Chelsea manager, last night delivered an extraordinary rant and accused Cardiff City of breaking the rules and ruining the game for supporters. Also: Happy birthday, Arsene Wenger? It most certainly will be tonight if on the occasion of the Arsenal manager's 64th his resurgent young team beat last season's Champions League finalists Borussia Dortmund to confirm their position as one of the most exciting teams in Europe.
THE GUARDIAN:
For Arsenal the season's biggest test to date is at hand. Also: Chief constables across the country have been urged to clamp down on those who set off smoke bombs and flares in football grounds amid warnings that serious injury or a fatality is inevitable if action is not taken.
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THE GUARDIAN:
Roy Keane has accused Sir Alex Ferguson of not knowing the meaning of loyalty after the former Manchester United manager criticised him and other former players at Old Trafford in his new book. Also: This was not how Arsene Wenger had intended to celebrate his 64th birthday.
DAILY MIRROR:
Roy Keane launched a furious attack on Sir Alex Ferguson's integrity last night. Also: Fernando Torres celebrated his 100th Chelsea start with a win double at Schalke.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Sir Alex Ferguson claims that he "mellowed a long time ago", instructing any doubters to consult those who played under him. It might be wise to wait for them to cool off first. Also: Roy Keane last night accused Sir Alex Ferguson of not knowing the meaning of the word "loyalty" after the Scot criticised many of his former players in his memoirs.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Robert Lewandowski showed his real talent by scoring the winner for Borussia Dortmund against Arsenal. Also: Fernando Torres continued his knack of scoring goals in cup competitions by notching a brace to hand Chelsea victory over Schalke in the Veltins Arena last night.
THE INDEPENDENT:
The most withering criticism in Sir Alex Ferguson's book is reserved for the man who once embodied his will: Roy Keane. And, as Ferguson anticipated, Keane did not take it well. Also: It was 12 games in all competitions without defeat and, quite frankly, if you are going to lose then the Borussia Dortmund of 2013 are a far more palatable alternative than Norwich City or Crystal Palace, although that will be of no consolation to Arsene Wenger.
THE SUN: Roy Keane last night launched his own hairdryer-style attack on Alex Ferguson for lacking loyalty. Also: Arsenal's Champions League hopes took a blow as they crashed to their first defeat since the opening day.
DAILY STAR:
Jose Mourinho last night insisted he had never doubted Fernando Torres. Also: Sir Alex Ferguson has warned England they have fat chance of winning the World Cup if Wayne Rooney gets out of shape again.
DAILY MAIL:
Sir Alex Ferguson has sensationally settled a string of old scores with a release of his controversial autobiography. Also: Arsene Wenger insisted Robert Lewandowski was lucky not to be sent off before he hit a late winner to leave Arsenal's Champions League hopes in the balance last night.
THE TIMES:
Sir Alex Ferguson was accused last night of lacking loyalty by Roy Keane, who joined David Beckham, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Wayne Rooney among those criticised in the former Manchester United manager's new autobiography. Also: All John Terry needed was a familiar face.
Roy Keane has accused Sir Alex Ferguson of not knowing the meaning of loyalty after the former Manchester United manager criticised him and other former players at Old Trafford in his new book. Also: This was not how Arsene Wenger had intended to celebrate his 64th birthday.
DAILY MIRROR:
Roy Keane launched a furious attack on Sir Alex Ferguson's integrity last night. Also: Fernando Torres celebrated his 100th Chelsea start with a win double at Schalke.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Sir Alex Ferguson claims that he "mellowed a long time ago", instructing any doubters to consult those who played under him. It might be wise to wait for them to cool off first. Also: Roy Keane last night accused Sir Alex Ferguson of not knowing the meaning of the word "loyalty" after the Scot criticised many of his former players in his memoirs.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Robert Lewandowski showed his real talent by scoring the winner for Borussia Dortmund against Arsenal. Also: Fernando Torres continued his knack of scoring goals in cup competitions by notching a brace to hand Chelsea victory over Schalke in the Veltins Arena last night.
THE INDEPENDENT:
The most withering criticism in Sir Alex Ferguson's book is reserved for the man who once embodied his will: Roy Keane. And, as Ferguson anticipated, Keane did not take it well. Also: It was 12 games in all competitions without defeat and, quite frankly, if you are going to lose then the Borussia Dortmund of 2013 are a far more palatable alternative than Norwich City or Crystal Palace, although that will be of no consolation to Arsene Wenger.
THE SUN: Roy Keane last night launched his own hairdryer-style attack on Alex Ferguson for lacking loyalty. Also: Arsenal's Champions League hopes took a blow as they crashed to their first defeat since the opening day.
DAILY STAR:
Jose Mourinho last night insisted he had never doubted Fernando Torres. Also: Sir Alex Ferguson has warned England they have fat chance of winning the World Cup if Wayne Rooney gets out of shape again.
DAILY MAIL:
Sir Alex Ferguson has sensationally settled a string of old scores with a release of his controversial autobiography. Also: Arsene Wenger insisted Robert Lewandowski was lucky not to be sent off before he hit a late winner to leave Arsenal's Champions League hopes in the balance last night.
THE TIMES:
Sir Alex Ferguson was accused last night of lacking loyalty by Roy Keane, who joined David Beckham, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Wayne Rooney among those criticised in the former Manchester United manager's new autobiography. Also: All John Terry needed was a familiar face.
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Thursday October 24
Yaya Toure has demanded UEFA shut down CSKA Moscow's stadium after suffering sickening racist abuse.
Tony Pulis has emerged as red-hot favourite to replace his best mate Ian Holloway at Crystal Palace.
Wayne Rooney last night brushed off Sir Alex Ferguson's criticism.
Nigel Clough will use the anger of his Derby axing to inspire him in his new job.
Southampton will step up their bid for £10million-rated Cagliari defender Davide Astori in January.
Michael Laudrup says Sir Alex Ferguson has betrayed the dressing-room bond of trust.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish will ask Tony Pulis if he wants to replace "worn-out" Ian Holloway and lead the Selhurst Park survival fight.
Former Manchester United assistant boss Mike Phelan has criticised the club for failing to make a marquee signing this summer.
Derby's Scottish star Craig Bryson is wanted by Celtic - and will be tempted with a lucrative move in the next window.
Forgotten Stoke winger Brek Shea wants to go out on loan to force his way back into Mark Hughes' plans.
Crystal Palace will approach Tony Pulis as they begin hunting for a new manager.
William Gallas has joined Perth Glory on a one-year deal.
Everton could try again in January to land £10million-rated Feyenoord defender Bruno Martins Indi.
QPR have signed USA centre-back Oguchi Onyewu.
Crystal Palace will turn to Tony Pulis after Ian Holloway last night quit the Premier League strugglers.
West Brom boss Steve Clarke insists Shane Long will not be leaving in January.
Middlesbrough have finally landed Norwich defender Daniel Ayala on loan.
New Sheffield United boss Nigel Clough plans to prove a point to Derby after his "shocking" sacking.
Crystal Palace will today offer Tony Pulis the chance to take over from Ian Holloway.
William Gallas has ended his 12-year Premier League stint to join Perth Glory.
Fulham owner Shahid Khan has reiterated his support for manager Martin Jol.
Thursday October 24
Yaya Toure has demanded UEFA shut down CSKA Moscow's stadium after suffering sickening racist abuse.
Tony Pulis has emerged as red-hot favourite to replace his best mate Ian Holloway at Crystal Palace.
Wayne Rooney last night brushed off Sir Alex Ferguson's criticism.
Nigel Clough will use the anger of his Derby axing to inspire him in his new job.
Southampton will step up their bid for £10million-rated Cagliari defender Davide Astori in January.
Michael Laudrup says Sir Alex Ferguson has betrayed the dressing-room bond of trust.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish will ask Tony Pulis if he wants to replace "worn-out" Ian Holloway and lead the Selhurst Park survival fight.
Former Manchester United assistant boss Mike Phelan has criticised the club for failing to make a marquee signing this summer.
Derby's Scottish star Craig Bryson is wanted by Celtic - and will be tempted with a lucrative move in the next window.
Forgotten Stoke winger Brek Shea wants to go out on loan to force his way back into Mark Hughes' plans.
Crystal Palace will approach Tony Pulis as they begin hunting for a new manager.
William Gallas has joined Perth Glory on a one-year deal.
Everton could try again in January to land £10million-rated Feyenoord defender Bruno Martins Indi.
QPR have signed USA centre-back Oguchi Onyewu.
Crystal Palace will turn to Tony Pulis after Ian Holloway last night quit the Premier League strugglers.
West Brom boss Steve Clarke insists Shane Long will not be leaving in January.
Middlesbrough have finally landed Norwich defender Daniel Ayala on loan.
New Sheffield United boss Nigel Clough plans to prove a point to Derby after his "shocking" sacking.
Crystal Palace will today offer Tony Pulis the chance to take over from Ian Holloway.
William Gallas has ended his 12-year Premier League stint to join Perth Glory.
Fulham owner Shahid Khan has reiterated his support for manager Martin Jol.
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THE TIMES:
Yaya Toure raised the possibility of black players boycotting the 2018 World Cup finals unless Russia stamps out racism among its football fans. Also: Manchester United are prepared to play a risky waiting game over Wayne Rooney's future, leaving the England forward to make the first move before negotiations over a new contract.
THE SUN:
Yaya Toure warns there could be a World Cup boycott by black players at Russia 2018. Also: Manchester United are close to agreeing a world record £300million five-year kit deal with Nike......Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says Sir Alex Ferguson's new book has ruined his legacy.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Yaya Toure's Ivory Coast team-mate Seydou Doumbia last night accused the Manchester City player of "clearly exaggerating" his claims of the racist abuse he suffered at CSKA Moscow on Wednesday night. Also: The Liverpool manager, Brendan Rodgers, has responded to Sir Alex Ferguson saying he is "bitterly disappointed" about the disparaging remarks about Jordan Henderson in his autobiography.
DAILY STAR:
Yaya Toure has warned that black players will boycott the 2018 World Cup finals if Russia fails to stamp out racist fans. Also: Brendan Rodgers has hit back at Sir Alex Ferguson for slamming his Liverpool stars.....Andre Villas-Boas hailed Jermain Defoe after he equalled Martin Chilvers' European scoring record for Tottenham.
DAILY MAIL:
Brendan Rodgers has accused Sir Alex Ferguson of harming his legacy as the Liverpool manager demanded he apologise to Jordan Henderson. Also: Yaya Toure has warned Russia they face a World Cup boycott by black players unless more is done to combat racist abuse.
DAILY MIRROR:
Brendan Rodgers has warned that Sir Alex Ferguson's literary sniping could backfire and damage his legacy. Also: Yaya Toure has warned that black players could boycott the 2018 World Cup if Russia does not tackle its racism problem.
THE GUARDIAN:
Yaya Toure has warned Russia that players will boycott the 2018 World Cup finals if the country fails to adopt stringent measures to stamp out racism. Also: Cesc Fabregas admits that he would like to return to Arsenal one day as a coach but says that his departure was good for the club and for Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere in particular.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Brendan Rodgers has delivered a withering riposte to Sir Alex Ferguson's criticism of Liverpool by claiming the former Manchester United manager has damaged his legacy. Also: Yaya Toure has warned that black players and fans could boycott the 2018 World Cup finals if Russia fails to stamp out racist behaviour among fans.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Yaya Toure has warned FIFA it faces the risk of black footballers boycotting the 2018 World Cup in Russia unless forceful action is taken to stamp out racism in the country. Also: Brendan Rodgers has launched a stout defence of Steven Gerrard after Sir Alex Ferguson claimed in his autobiography the Liverpool and England captain was "not a top, top player".
Yaya Toure raised the possibility of black players boycotting the 2018 World Cup finals unless Russia stamps out racism among its football fans. Also: Manchester United are prepared to play a risky waiting game over Wayne Rooney's future, leaving the England forward to make the first move before negotiations over a new contract.
THE SUN:
Yaya Toure warns there could be a World Cup boycott by black players at Russia 2018. Also: Manchester United are close to agreeing a world record £300million five-year kit deal with Nike......Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says Sir Alex Ferguson's new book has ruined his legacy.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Yaya Toure's Ivory Coast team-mate Seydou Doumbia last night accused the Manchester City player of "clearly exaggerating" his claims of the racist abuse he suffered at CSKA Moscow on Wednesday night. Also: The Liverpool manager, Brendan Rodgers, has responded to Sir Alex Ferguson saying he is "bitterly disappointed" about the disparaging remarks about Jordan Henderson in his autobiography.
DAILY STAR:
Yaya Toure has warned that black players will boycott the 2018 World Cup finals if Russia fails to stamp out racist fans. Also: Brendan Rodgers has hit back at Sir Alex Ferguson for slamming his Liverpool stars.....Andre Villas-Boas hailed Jermain Defoe after he equalled Martin Chilvers' European scoring record for Tottenham.
DAILY MAIL:
Brendan Rodgers has accused Sir Alex Ferguson of harming his legacy as the Liverpool manager demanded he apologise to Jordan Henderson. Also: Yaya Toure has warned Russia they face a World Cup boycott by black players unless more is done to combat racist abuse.
DAILY MIRROR:
Brendan Rodgers has warned that Sir Alex Ferguson's literary sniping could backfire and damage his legacy. Also: Yaya Toure has warned that black players could boycott the 2018 World Cup if Russia does not tackle its racism problem.
THE GUARDIAN:
Yaya Toure has warned Russia that players will boycott the 2018 World Cup finals if the country fails to adopt stringent measures to stamp out racism. Also: Cesc Fabregas admits that he would like to return to Arsenal one day as a coach but says that his departure was good for the club and for Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere in particular.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Brendan Rodgers has delivered a withering riposte to Sir Alex Ferguson's criticism of Liverpool by claiming the former Manchester United manager has damaged his legacy. Also: Yaya Toure has warned that black players and fans could boycott the 2018 World Cup finals if Russia fails to stamp out racist behaviour among fans.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Yaya Toure has warned FIFA it faces the risk of black footballers boycotting the 2018 World Cup in Russia unless forceful action is taken to stamp out racism in the country. Also: Brendan Rodgers has launched a stout defence of Steven Gerrard after Sir Alex Ferguson claimed in his autobiography the Liverpool and England captain was "not a top, top player".
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Saturday October 26
UEFA want to put 'racism spotters' in grounds to identify abusive fans.
Manuel Pellegrini has told Jose Mourinho: 'You won't get to me.'
David Moyes has hammered rumours of a rift with Robin van Persie.
Arsene Wenger is not convinced he has seen the last of Alex Ferguson.
Sepp Blatter wants to reduce England's chances of future World Cup glory.
Jose Mourinho has been branded a hypocrite by furious Cardiff chief Malky Mackay.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says he sold Mesut Ozil to Arsenal because Angel Di Maria has more character.
Patrice Evra fears football will never win the war on racism.
Struggling Sunderland have recruited the Pope in a desperate bid to escape relegation.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says the world is about to see the best of Gareth Bale.
Jose Mourinho says Manchester City should face the same "bought the title" jibes he suffered in his first spell at Chelsea.
Mark Hughes reckons Manchester United's dodgy home form has nothing to do with Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement.
Barcelona are trying to hammer out a new deal for wonderkid Antonio Sanabria to stop him joining Arsenal.
Yaya Toure last night hit back at accusations he 'dreamt' the racist abuse he suffered in Moscow.
The police horse that took a punch to the face will return to action at the Wear-Tyne derby.
Arsene Wenger admits Arsenal are still trying to remedy Jack Wilshere's long-running ankle problem.
Cesc Fabregas insists he never had any plans to leave Barcelona in the summer.
Saturday October 26
UEFA want to put 'racism spotters' in grounds to identify abusive fans.
Manuel Pellegrini has told Jose Mourinho: 'You won't get to me.'
David Moyes has hammered rumours of a rift with Robin van Persie.
Arsene Wenger is not convinced he has seen the last of Alex Ferguson.
Sepp Blatter wants to reduce England's chances of future World Cup glory.
Jose Mourinho has been branded a hypocrite by furious Cardiff chief Malky Mackay.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says he sold Mesut Ozil to Arsenal because Angel Di Maria has more character.
Patrice Evra fears football will never win the war on racism.
Struggling Sunderland have recruited the Pope in a desperate bid to escape relegation.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says the world is about to see the best of Gareth Bale.
Jose Mourinho says Manchester City should face the same "bought the title" jibes he suffered in his first spell at Chelsea.
Mark Hughes reckons Manchester United's dodgy home form has nothing to do with Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement.
Barcelona are trying to hammer out a new deal for wonderkid Antonio Sanabria to stop him joining Arsenal.
Yaya Toure last night hit back at accusations he 'dreamt' the racist abuse he suffered in Moscow.
The police horse that took a punch to the face will return to action at the Wear-Tyne derby.
Arsene Wenger admits Arsenal are still trying to remedy Jack Wilshere's long-running ankle problem.
Cesc Fabregas insists he never had any plans to leave Barcelona in the summer.
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DAILY MIRROR:
Patrice Evra fears football will never win the war on racism in the wake of the vile taunts directed at Yaya Toure in Moscow. Also: Struggling Sunderland have recruited the Pope in a desperate bid to escape relegation from the Premier League.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Mark Hughes believes Manchester United have lost their aura as he plots a Stoke victory today that would further rock Old Trafford. Also: Newcastle defender Steve Taylor has been banned from wearing specially made boots with the words 'The stamp collector' stitched on them for tomorrow's North-east derby for fear of further inciting Sunderland fans.
DAILY STAR:
Jose Mourinho has cranked up the pressure on Manuel Pellegrini by insisting Manchester City's spending spree means they should win the title. Also: Manuel Pellegrini has told Jose Mourinho his mind games won't work on him.
DAILY MAIL:
Gus Poyet will have friends in high places as he attempts to turn round Sunderland's dismal season in the white hot atmosphere of a North-East derby tomorrow. Also: Yaya Toure last night hit back at the accusations he 'dreamt' the racist abuse he suffered in Moscow on Wednesday night, saying: "I'm not deaf."
THE SUN:
UEFA want to put 'racism spotters' in grounds to identify abusive fans. Also: David Moyes has hammered rumours of a rift with Robin van Persie.
THE TIMES:
UEFA has moved to demonstrate its hardline stance on racist abuse by ordering an investigation not just into whether Yaya Toure was the subject of monkey chants during Manchester City's Champions League tie with CSKA Moscow but into why Ovidiu Hategan, the referee, did not follow the European governing body's own procedures to deal with the incident. Also: Manuel Pellegrini, the Manchester City manager, has deflected any talk of a rift with Jose Mourinho and maintains he will never be distracted by the kind of mind games that the Chelsea man dabbles in.
THE GUARDIAN:
Jose Mourinho has suggested boycotting the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia would not benefit the fight against racism in the game and urged any players considering such a move not to punish the majority of supporters for the "disgraceful behaviour" of a small minority. Also: Jose Mourinho believes the onus is on Manchester City to satisfy heady expectations and regain the Premier League title this season given the lavish spending sanctioned by Sheikh Mansour and the resultant "unbelievable squad of players" that has been assembled at the Etihad Stadium.
THE DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Steve McNamara angrily cut short a bizarre press conference at the Millennium Stadium yesterday, giving a glimpse of the pressure that has been built around England's wretched build-up to this afternoon's World Cup opener against Australia. Also: CSKA Moscow general director Roman Babayev has claimed a 'British smear campaign' against Russian football is driving attempts to punish the club following accusations by Yaya Toure that he was racially abused during Manchester City's Champions League victory this week.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Steve McNamara, the England coach, walked out of his pre-World Cup press conference here yesterday rather than explain his decision to drop James Graham from today's curtain-raiser against Australia. Also: The former Sunderland captain Lee Cattermole has admitted he twice came close to quitting the club in the summer because he had been frozen out by Paolo Di Canio.
Patrice Evra fears football will never win the war on racism in the wake of the vile taunts directed at Yaya Toure in Moscow. Also: Struggling Sunderland have recruited the Pope in a desperate bid to escape relegation from the Premier League.
DAILY EXPRESS:
Mark Hughes believes Manchester United have lost their aura as he plots a Stoke victory today that would further rock Old Trafford. Also: Newcastle defender Steve Taylor has been banned from wearing specially made boots with the words 'The stamp collector' stitched on them for tomorrow's North-east derby for fear of further inciting Sunderland fans.
DAILY STAR:
Jose Mourinho has cranked up the pressure on Manuel Pellegrini by insisting Manchester City's spending spree means they should win the title. Also: Manuel Pellegrini has told Jose Mourinho his mind games won't work on him.
DAILY MAIL:
Gus Poyet will have friends in high places as he attempts to turn round Sunderland's dismal season in the white hot atmosphere of a North-East derby tomorrow. Also: Yaya Toure last night hit back at the accusations he 'dreamt' the racist abuse he suffered in Moscow on Wednesday night, saying: "I'm not deaf."
THE SUN:
UEFA want to put 'racism spotters' in grounds to identify abusive fans. Also: David Moyes has hammered rumours of a rift with Robin van Persie.
THE TIMES:
UEFA has moved to demonstrate its hardline stance on racist abuse by ordering an investigation not just into whether Yaya Toure was the subject of monkey chants during Manchester City's Champions League tie with CSKA Moscow but into why Ovidiu Hategan, the referee, did not follow the European governing body's own procedures to deal with the incident. Also: Manuel Pellegrini, the Manchester City manager, has deflected any talk of a rift with Jose Mourinho and maintains he will never be distracted by the kind of mind games that the Chelsea man dabbles in.
THE GUARDIAN:
Jose Mourinho has suggested boycotting the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia would not benefit the fight against racism in the game and urged any players considering such a move not to punish the majority of supporters for the "disgraceful behaviour" of a small minority. Also: Jose Mourinho believes the onus is on Manchester City to satisfy heady expectations and regain the Premier League title this season given the lavish spending sanctioned by Sheikh Mansour and the resultant "unbelievable squad of players" that has been assembled at the Etihad Stadium.
THE DAILY TELEGRAPH:
Steve McNamara angrily cut short a bizarre press conference at the Millennium Stadium yesterday, giving a glimpse of the pressure that has been built around England's wretched build-up to this afternoon's World Cup opener against Australia. Also: CSKA Moscow general director Roman Babayev has claimed a 'British smear campaign' against Russian football is driving attempts to punish the club following accusations by Yaya Toure that he was racially abused during Manchester City's Champions League victory this week.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Steve McNamara, the England coach, walked out of his pre-World Cup press conference here yesterday rather than explain his decision to drop James Graham from today's curtain-raiser against Australia. Also: The former Sunderland captain Lee Cattermole has admitted he twice came close to quitting the club in the summer because he had been frozen out by Paolo Di Canio.
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THE SUN ON SUNDAY:
Mark Hughes was left fuming by Javier Hernandez's dramatic winner for United. Also: Liverpool's Luis Suarez fired the Premier League's first hat-trick of the season as West Brom lost 4-1.\
SUNDAY MIRROR:
Gus Poyet hopes to return as Newcastle's hoodoo man today. Also: Javier Hernandez was Manchester United's supersub hero in a fightback win over Stoke.
DAILY STAR SUNDAY:
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho will make a £35m swoop for Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney in the New Year. Also: Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher has spoken out about the "weird" world of Paolo Di Canio.
SUNDAY EXPRESS:
Manchester United boss David Moyes will successfully end his £15million pursuit of Everton's England star Leighton Baines in the January transfer window. Also: Brendan Rodgers hailed hat-trick hero Luis Suarez for a "wonderful" display as Liverpool breezed past West Brom.
MAIL ON SUNDAY:
Manchester City star Yaya Toure has been invited to talks with FIFA's anti-racism chief today over the row that has raised the prospect of a boycott of the 2018 World Cup by black players. Also: The Mail on Sunday's concussion campaign has won a major victory with the Rugby Players' Association, who represent professional players in England, announcing that they aim to introduce mandatory training for their members.
THE SUNDAY TIMES:
A virtuoso display by Luis Suarez moved Liverpool up to second in the Premier League table while Arsenal continue to set the pace at the top. Also: Warren Gatland has urged the British and Irish Lions to consider a quota system to safeguard future coaches from the selection furore that marred this summer's success in Australia.
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH:
Manchester United have issued an unreserved apology and opened an internal investigation following the publication of a swastika-style club logo on a weekly email sent to supporters. Also: The British and Irish Lions head coach, Warren Gatland, has suggested that a quota system should be considered on future tours.
INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY
: Manchester United manager David Moyes declared last night that an extraordinary late victory reminiscent of the ir Alex Ferguson era could finally launch the club into a new era of success, despite a performance against Stoke City which at times was desperate. Also: England performed far better in the opening game of the World Cup than their woeful preparation promised, but they were still no match for the tournament favourites.
THE OBSERVER:
The head of FIFA's anti-racism task force will meet Yaya Toure today to hear at first hand his experience of being racially abused by CSKA Moscow fans. Also: On the day Manchester United showed they still have the ability to come from behind and turn losing situations into winning ones at Old Trafford, the executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward, has spoken for the first time about the club's activity, or lack of it, in the summer transfer window - explaining that the perceived failure to land Cesc Fabregas had to be conducted in public because of how Barcelona operate, and claiming United dealt with the Wayne Rooney situation in "absolutely the right way".
THE PEOPLE:
Sir Alex Ferguson is wanted by both ITV and the BBC as a pundit for their coverage of the World Cup in Brazil. Also: Wayne Rooney scored as Manchester United came from behind to dump Stoke City 3-2.
Mark Hughes was left fuming by Javier Hernandez's dramatic winner for United. Also: Liverpool's Luis Suarez fired the Premier League's first hat-trick of the season as West Brom lost 4-1.\
SUNDAY MIRROR:
Gus Poyet hopes to return as Newcastle's hoodoo man today. Also: Javier Hernandez was Manchester United's supersub hero in a fightback win over Stoke.
DAILY STAR SUNDAY:
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho will make a £35m swoop for Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney in the New Year. Also: Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher has spoken out about the "weird" world of Paolo Di Canio.
SUNDAY EXPRESS:
Manchester United boss David Moyes will successfully end his £15million pursuit of Everton's England star Leighton Baines in the January transfer window. Also: Brendan Rodgers hailed hat-trick hero Luis Suarez for a "wonderful" display as Liverpool breezed past West Brom.
MAIL ON SUNDAY:
Manchester City star Yaya Toure has been invited to talks with FIFA's anti-racism chief today over the row that has raised the prospect of a boycott of the 2018 World Cup by black players. Also: The Mail on Sunday's concussion campaign has won a major victory with the Rugby Players' Association, who represent professional players in England, announcing that they aim to introduce mandatory training for their members.
THE SUNDAY TIMES:
A virtuoso display by Luis Suarez moved Liverpool up to second in the Premier League table while Arsenal continue to set the pace at the top. Also: Warren Gatland has urged the British and Irish Lions to consider a quota system to safeguard future coaches from the selection furore that marred this summer's success in Australia.
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH:
Manchester United have issued an unreserved apology and opened an internal investigation following the publication of a swastika-style club logo on a weekly email sent to supporters. Also: The British and Irish Lions head coach, Warren Gatland, has suggested that a quota system should be considered on future tours.
INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY
: Manchester United manager David Moyes declared last night that an extraordinary late victory reminiscent of the ir Alex Ferguson era could finally launch the club into a new era of success, despite a performance against Stoke City which at times was desperate. Also: England performed far better in the opening game of the World Cup than their woeful preparation promised, but they were still no match for the tournament favourites.
THE OBSERVER:
The head of FIFA's anti-racism task force will meet Yaya Toure today to hear at first hand his experience of being racially abused by CSKA Moscow fans. Also: On the day Manchester United showed they still have the ability to come from behind and turn losing situations into winning ones at Old Trafford, the executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward, has spoken for the first time about the club's activity, or lack of it, in the summer transfer window - explaining that the perceived failure to land Cesc Fabregas had to be conducted in public because of how Barcelona operate, and claiming United dealt with the Wayne Rooney situation in "absolutely the right way".
THE PEOPLE:
Sir Alex Ferguson is wanted by both ITV and the BBC as a pundit for their coverage of the World Cup in Brazil. Also: Wayne Rooney scored as Manchester United came from behind to dump Stoke City 3-2.
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DAILY EXPRESS:
Joe Hart's season of woe plunged to new depths last night as fuming Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini refused to back him after yet another calamity. Also: Robin van Persie was involved in an angry confrontation with Ryan Shawcross on and off the pitch during Manchester United's 3-2 win over Stoke.
DAILY STAR:
Manuel Pellegrini last night refused to blame Manchester City's cock-up keeper Joe Hart for handing Chelsea a soft win. Also: Gus Poyet was overjoyed to be 'the scourge of Newcastle' again yesterday as his Sunderland side claimed their first win of the season.
DAILY MAIL:
Fernando Torres grabbed a dramatic last-minute winner for Chelsea yesterday as Joe Hart's season of woe continued at Stamford Bridge. Also: Lucky, lucky Tottenham. Last season they tended to rely on Gareth Bale popping up with a last-minute winner, but now the Welsh wizard has been replaced by Roberto Soldado, the £26million penalty-taker.
DAILY MIRROR:
Furious Manuel Pellegrini refused to back Joe Hart after Fernando Torres' "stupid" last-minute goal plunged City to defeat. Also: Alan Pardew admits he faces a testing few days after this defeat at Sunderland turned up the heat on Newcastle.
THE SUN:
Robin van Persie was involved in two tunnel bust-ups with Stoke skipper Ryan Shawcross at Old Trafford. Also: Furious Manuel Pellegrini snubbed Jose Mourinho's hand as Manchester City suffered a bitter last-gasp defeat at Chelsea.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Manuel Pellegrini said he chose not to shake Jose Mourinho's hand after the Chelsea manager celebrated Fernando Torres' winner by running in front of the away benches and jumping into the home fans. Also: Carlos Cuellar was lying on his back with his foot tucked into the stomach of his captain John O'Shea, when the triumphant music began, telling everyone in the North-east that Sunderland had won.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
On a day when Joe Hart and Jose Mourinho both ended up out of their areas, Fernando Torres ended up in a place he looked to have left long ago. Also: Victory for Sunderland in their biggest game of the season injects optimism into weary minds and spreads belief that, under Gus Poyet, things might not turn out to be quite as bad as feared on Wearside.
THE GUARDIAN:
Manuel Pellegrini refused to offer Joe Hart a public show of support after the England goalkeeper's last-minute rush of blood presented Fernando Torres with Chelsea's winner and left Manchester City six points from the top of the Premier League. Also: Mike Phillips is looking for a new club three months before the start of the Six Nations after he was sacked by Bayonne having been accused of turning up drunk to a team meeting.
THE TIMES:
No one saw this storm coming, although perhaps we should have done given Joe Hart's repeated nightmares and Manchester City's defensive mishaps away from home. Also: It has been a long time coming, but, on and off the pitch, Sunderland have finally embraced responsibility.
Joe Hart's season of woe plunged to new depths last night as fuming Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini refused to back him after yet another calamity. Also: Robin van Persie was involved in an angry confrontation with Ryan Shawcross on and off the pitch during Manchester United's 3-2 win over Stoke.
DAILY STAR:
Manuel Pellegrini last night refused to blame Manchester City's cock-up keeper Joe Hart for handing Chelsea a soft win. Also: Gus Poyet was overjoyed to be 'the scourge of Newcastle' again yesterday as his Sunderland side claimed their first win of the season.
DAILY MAIL:
Fernando Torres grabbed a dramatic last-minute winner for Chelsea yesterday as Joe Hart's season of woe continued at Stamford Bridge. Also: Lucky, lucky Tottenham. Last season they tended to rely on Gareth Bale popping up with a last-minute winner, but now the Welsh wizard has been replaced by Roberto Soldado, the £26million penalty-taker.
DAILY MIRROR:
Furious Manuel Pellegrini refused to back Joe Hart after Fernando Torres' "stupid" last-minute goal plunged City to defeat. Also: Alan Pardew admits he faces a testing few days after this defeat at Sunderland turned up the heat on Newcastle.
THE SUN:
Robin van Persie was involved in two tunnel bust-ups with Stoke skipper Ryan Shawcross at Old Trafford. Also: Furious Manuel Pellegrini snubbed Jose Mourinho's hand as Manchester City suffered a bitter last-gasp defeat at Chelsea.
THE INDEPENDENT:
Manuel Pellegrini said he chose not to shake Jose Mourinho's hand after the Chelsea manager celebrated Fernando Torres' winner by running in front of the away benches and jumping into the home fans. Also: Carlos Cuellar was lying on his back with his foot tucked into the stomach of his captain John O'Shea, when the triumphant music began, telling everyone in the North-east that Sunderland had won.
DAILY TELEGRAPH:
On a day when Joe Hart and Jose Mourinho both ended up out of their areas, Fernando Torres ended up in a place he looked to have left long ago. Also: Victory for Sunderland in their biggest game of the season injects optimism into weary minds and spreads belief that, under Gus Poyet, things might not turn out to be quite as bad as feared on Wearside.
THE GUARDIAN:
Manuel Pellegrini refused to offer Joe Hart a public show of support after the England goalkeeper's last-minute rush of blood presented Fernando Torres with Chelsea's winner and left Manchester City six points from the top of the Premier League. Also: Mike Phillips is looking for a new club three months before the start of the Six Nations after he was sacked by Bayonne having been accused of turning up drunk to a team meeting.
THE TIMES:
No one saw this storm coming, although perhaps we should have done given Joe Hart's repeated nightmares and Manchester City's defensive mishaps away from home. Also: It has been a long time coming, but, on and off the pitch, Sunderland have finally embraced responsibility.
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