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Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo have become Man United stars just two years after

It was a magical Old Trafford night that reassured every Manchester United fan the club's famous production line was still in working order. Just over two years ago, 67,000 fans at Old Trafford witnessed United's under-18 team lift the FA Youth Cup for the 11th time with a 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest. An unpolished diamond from Argentina by the name of Alejandro Garnacho caught the eye and the imagination, scoring twice in the win, while a kid from Stockport called Kobbie Mainoo was a bundle of energy in midfield. They've done pretty well for themselves, becoming first-team regulars under Erik ten Hag and scoring in last Saturday's FA Cup final win over Manchester City. Their ascent to the United first-team proves the pathway from the academy remains open, but what are the other members of that Youth Cup-winning side doing now?

UFC star Sean Strickland unleashes on Tom Brady in shocking explicit rant over the NFL

UFC fighter Sean Strickland bizarrely launched into a tirade of abuse against Tom Brady on Wednesday - telling the seven-time Super Bowl winner to 'man the f*** up'. Strickland was asked about his thoughts on Tom Brady's recent Netflix roast during a press conference for this weekend's UFC event in New Jersey. He did not hold back when giving his thoughts on the NFL legend expressing regret about some of the jokes aimed at Brady's ex-wife Gisele Bundchen and his family.

Jason's cheeky comment sent Swifties wild on social media with many suggesting the retired NFL center was hinting at an engagement between the songstress and the tight end.

Charles Barkley's recent interview with The New York Times led his mild-mannered 'Inside the NBA' co-host Ernie Johnson to 'castigate' the reporter, according to the piece.

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EXCLUSIVE BY KIERAN GILL: Enzo Maresca is on the verge of being confirmed as Chelsea's new head coach - and the ensemble joining the Italian in his backroom staff can be revealed.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Isaiah Buggs is being accused of animal cruelty in the city of Tuscaloosa, Alabama in yet another shocking twist to the reigning Super Bowl champions' offseason.

Her absence from this weekend's competition will eliminate her eligibility for a spot in the Olympic team, which would have been her first since the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

The former Philadelphia Eagles center and his wife were trying to enjoy an evening at Steve & Cookie's By The Bay when a fan aggressively pursued them after being denied a picture.

On May 26, the 57-year-old suffered an ulcer flare-up during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles and required medical assistance after feeling 'nauseous and dizzy 30 minutes before landing.'

How Rory McIlroy let estranged wife Erica Stoll know he was divorcing her

Rory McIlroy did not inform estranged wife Erica Stoll that he intended to divorce her in person. The PGA Tour star, 35, filed to divorce Stoll, 36, following seven years of marriage just 24 hours after winning the Wells Fargo Championship in Charlotte, North Carolina.  However, it has now emerged that the four-time major winner hired a police officer to serve the divorce papers to Stoll at their family home. 

The former Philadelphia Eagles center and his wife were trying to enjoy an evening at Steve & Cookie's By The Bay when a fan aggressively pursued them after being denied a picture.

The Louisiana State University gymnast jetted into Indianapolis for dinner at the historic St. Elmo Steak House in Indianapolis. The Pirates pitcher turned 22 on Wednesday.

According to court docs, the college football star may end up permanently paralyzed. He and his brother were 'walking in the area' when a man named Darryl Brookins fired a gun at them.

Boston sports radio host Fred Toucher memorialized NBA legend and former Celtics star Bill Walton as a 'phony hippie' during a controversial segment after the 71-year-old's death.

Jordan Henderson endured a NIGHTMARE spell at Al-Ettifaq, while Aleksandar Mitrovic was

The summer transfer window of 2023 will be remembered as the one when a new footballing machine powered onto the scene. Backed by the riches of the Saudi Arabian state, it was the summer when Saudi Pro League (SPL) clubs signed a whole host of world class and Premier League stars. More than £750million was spent as experienced and quality campaigners such as N'Golo Kante, Riyad Mahrez and Jordan Henderson headed to the Middle East. But it was the likes of Ruben Neves, Aleksandar Mitrovic and Kalidou Koulibaly who were celebrating come the end of the season, as their Al-Hilal side romped to the SPL title.

Scottie Scheffler claims 'over-aggressive' cop 'hit me with his flashlight' in shocking new footage of world No. 1 golfer in back of police car

Scottie Scheffler admitted to cops 'I should have stopped' before accusing 'over-aggressive' Detective Bryan Gillis of 'hitting me with his flashlight' in new footage captured just minutes after his arrest at the PGA Championship. Golf's world No. 1 was arrested in the early hours of May 17 before his second round at Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky for not following police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation. The 27-year-old was booked on four charges, including second-degree assault of a police officer, but it has been reported that all charges will be dropped today.

The world No 1 had faced four charges, including the felony offence of second degree assault of a police officer, in the dramatic events of May 17, when he was arrested at the gates of Valhalla Golf Club.

Cameron Brink steals the show with pregame outfit before Los Angeles Sparks' matchup

Cameron Brink is cementing her place as one the WNBA's most fashionable players.  The Los Angeles Sparks rookie, who was the second overall pick of the 2024 Draft, cut a cool figure in an all white ensemble while arriving at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the matchup against Caitlin Clark and the Fever.  The 22-year-old Stanford alum stunned in a sleeveless New Balance crop top and an ab-baring pleated tennis skirt. 

Al-Khelaifi, who is also chairman of the European Club Association, believes the new-and-expanded version of the tournament will become one of the biggest competitions on the planet.

SAMI MOKBEL: Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is set to open formal contract talks with the Gunners over a deal that will make him one of the Premier League's best paid head coaches.

Man United manager Erik ten Hag aimed a jibe at incoming Liverpool boss Arne Slot's record

We all love a bit of needle between managers, don't we? Everyone remembers the rivalry between Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger when Manchester United and Arsenal were vying for the title.  Wenger also had his fair share of run-ins with Jose Mourinho, while the former Chelsea boss loved getting under the skin of Rafael Benitez whenever he could.

The Phoenix Suns have re-signed assistant coach and LeBron James favorite David Fizdale in another sign that the team could be attempting to lure the four-time MVP from the rival Los Angeles Lakers.

Footage emerged earlier this week of a furious Kylie embroiled in an argument with a fan who reportedly 'harassed' her and her Philadelphia Eagles legend husband for a picture.

Inside Paulina Gretzky and Dustin Johnson's night out at Panthers' dramatic Game 4 win

Paulina Gretzky and Dustin Johnson's household may be divided over the Eastern Conference Finals after the golfer celebrated the Panthers' Game 4 win. The model, who is the daughter of NHL legend and former Rangers great Wayne Gretzky, attended the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Florida Tuesday night, where New York was defeated 3-2 in overtime.  She shared several snaps to her Instagram Story, including a photo of Johnson rocking a Panthers jersey while watching from a private suite.  

Clip resurfaces of Kylie Kelce on New Heights claiming she can 'stand her ground' amid fight with drunk NFL fan in Sea Isle City

With social media buzzing about Kylie Kelce's hostile run-in with an angry woman in South Jersey, a new clip has resurfaced showing Jason's wife offering a warning to anyone who messes with her husband. 'Well let me just say I am almost six feet tall and I'm not thin,' the 32-year-old Kylie tells her brother-in-law during an old episode of the Kelce's weekly podcast, New Heights.

Grayson Murray was on the minds of Korn Ferry players as that tour returned to his native North Carolina this week following the PGA golfer's tragic suicide at age 30.

Third time lucky for the Diamond? Dustin Poirier has another chance of lightweight glory

This Saturday night, Dustin Poirier will get his third chance at claiming the UFC lightweight title.  'The Diamond' will take on reigning champion - and the number one pound-for-pound fighter - Islam Makhachev, in UFC 302's highly-anticipated main event bout.  Poirier, who has a professional record of 30-8, has never held a title before but, having come so close previously, will look to put that drought to an end on Saturday.

UFC legend Nick Diaz (left) will return to the octagon for the first time in nearly three years after being named as a co-main event by company president Dana White in Abu Dhabi.

The Spanish third seed and reigning Wimbledon champion, who has been battling a forearm injury for two months, needed four sets to see off the world number 176.

NBA star Derrick Rose shows off BOLD new face tattoo... after getting his model wife

The Memphis Grizzlies guard got inked over Memorial Day Weekend as the finished products were shared by California-based artist Jose Guijosa, a.k.a. Killer Tattoos - on Tuesday. Rose had his wife Alaina A. Anderson's initials 'AAA' running vertically on his cheek, just to the left of his ear. Another tattoo reading 'Privilege Knowledge' sits farther up on his temple.

The 20-year-old scored made a total of 35 goal contributions across all competitions, and will look to add to his haul in Saturday's Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund.

Erling Haaland may be the best player in the world in many people's eyes but he's not even the best player from Norway, according to former Chelse astar Eden Hazard.

Rory McIlroy speaks out on the death of Grayson Murray after the two-time PGA Tour

Rory McIlroy believes the death of two-time PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray has highlighted how 'vulnerable and fragile' top sports stars can be. The golfing world was left in shock on Saturday when it was announced the American had died less than 24 hours after withdrawing from the second round at the Charles Schwab Challenge in Texas with two holes remaining. His parents confirmed in a statement Sunday that Murray had taken his own life. He had previously spoken openly about his battles with depression, anxiety and alcoholism.

James - son of Lakers legend LeBron - is the No. 54 prospect in next month's draft and there had been some discussion about whether he would return to college for another year.

Coverage will be hosted by Kate Abdo alongside the regular line-up of analysts in Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards, with three special guests also set to feature.

Liverpool SEASON PLAYER RATINGS: Which 'underwhelming' star struggled? Whose future at

LEWIS STEELE: It was almost the perfect send-off for Jurgen Klopp this season at Liverpool. In what turned out to be a difficult year, the Reds were in the title race until the final few weeks of the season - and were, in fact, on for a Treble before their campaign unravelled. A new era is on the horizon with Arne Slot, and it remains to be seen how the Reds will adapt to change after so long under the German's stewardship.

The German boss said an emotional goodbye to the club just over a week ago as he brought the curtain down on a hugely decorated nine-year spell at Anfield.

Peter Crouch and Steve Sidwell have reacted with shock to a bizarre clause which reportedly led to Arsenal forking out £10,000 every time a star played 20 minutes for the club.

Jason Kelce says he and wife Kylie 'had a great time' on their New Jersey trip - despite

Jason Kelce has opened up on his weekend trip to New Jersey with wife Kylie, insisting they had 'a great time' despite her furious row with a 'drunk' woman. Footage emerged of the argument on Tuesday and showed Kylie clashing with a fan who reportedly 'harassed' her and Jason for a picture as they tried to enjoy a date night on Memorial Day weekend. The clip shows Travis Kelce's brother and sister-in-law being confronted by the woman outside the restaurant as she shouts at Kylie: 'I don't give a f**k who you are, you'll never be allowed in this town again!'

Koeman's side fell at the round of 16 three years ago and though they are not one of the favourites to claim the prize, their raft of talented performers mean they have the ability to spring a surprise.

Travis Kelce and brother Jason beg fans to STOP sending gifts to their houses as Taylor

Jason and Travis Kelce are begging fans to stop sending mail to their houses.  The New Heights podcast hosts revealed gifts have been showing up on their doorsteps after sleuths figured out their home addresses.    'We want to encourage more of this engagement from our fans. We love it when you guys send cool stuff,' Jason said on Wednesday's episode of the New Heights podcast, after explaining there was fan mail waiting for him at his vacation home on the Jersey Shore. 

Travis Kelce has been seen wearing a 'Happy Gilmore' hat in public amid Adam Sandler's production of his Happy Gilmore sequel, which prompted speculation that the Chiefs star is in the film.

Hopkins was seen on camera sitting next to Davis, 69, in the VIP section of an NFL at a game at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas in December 2022, sparking romance rumors.

Jules Kounde splits opinion after turning up to France duty in HEELS as social media users

France star Jules Kounde has divided opinion after he was pictured arriving at the pre-Euro 2024 training camps wearing heels. The Barcelona defender arrived at France's Clairefontaine base to join up with his team-mates having been named in the 25-man squad. Kounde, who was seen carrying a Louis Vuitton bag, received attention from fans on social media for another fashion choice.

The controversial Netflix bout between Paul, 27, and Tyson - who will be 58 when he climbs back through the ropes this summer - had already drawn criticism due to the boxing legend's age.

Man United staff angry at Youtuber IShowSpeed for attending the club's FA Cup victory

Speed, real name Darren Jason Watkins Jr, was a guest of Alejandro Garnacho at the after-party at the Marriott Hotel in Mayfair but Mail Sport can reveal his attendance did not sit well with large parts of the club's non-playing staff. In the latest example of growing unrest among United's employees, sources said staff were aggrieved at the presence of Speed, 19, who was seen partying with United's players while they were unable to celebrate the triumph at Wembley as they were not invited. United had previously held an after-party for staff following cup finals but this was among the benefits axed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS group as part of their cost-cutting drive.

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