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Marcus Rashford: Forward should take Man United penalties off Bruno Fernandes, says Wayne Rooney

Marcus Rashford should be Manchester United’s sole penalty taker instead of Bruno Fernandes, says club legend Wayne Rooney.

Striker Rashford scored the second of two first-half penalties for United at home to Everton in the Premier League on Saturday, sending a precise and powerful effort beyond England team-mate Jordan Pickford after Bruno Fernandes had beaten the goalkeeper with the earlier spot kick.

“Marcus is a really good penalty taker,” said United record scorer Rooney, speaking to TNT Sports.

“I know Bruno’s the captain but Marcus should be saying… you should have one penalty taker – I don’t think you should have two.

“I know he takes the second penalty but I’d just love to see Marcus take responsibility for the penalties.”

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The 26-year-old has had an underwhelming season for under-performing United, scoring only five top-flight goals before a spectacular opener at Manchester City last Sunday.

“You want to take every opportunity to score when you’re a goalscorer,” said Rooney, who netted 253 times for the 20-time champions between 2004 and 2017.

“When we played, it was either Cristiano [Ronaldo] or Ruud van Nistelrooy [taking penalties].

“It was myself later on. I just want to see Marcus score goals – maybe I’m a bit biased.”

Man United vs Everton: Rashford ‘looked good’

Rashford made headlines before United’s 3-1 defeat at City because of a column in which he addressed media criticism, including some reports which have questioned his demeanour.

“I watched his body language and it looked really good,” former United defender Rio Ferdinand said after watching Erik ten Hag’s side establish a 2-0 half-time lead against the Toffees.

“I saw him sprinting back a number of times – not ambling, not jogging, but really, really motoring to get back.

“He played a part in both goals as well. He’ll be happy with the half and you want to see goals galore.”

Alejandro Garnacho: Rio Ferdinand praises ‘refreshing’ winger after Man United vs Everton penalties

Alejandro Garnacho’s effectiveness at creating problems for opposition defenders has been “refreshing” for Manchester United, Rio Ferdinand has said.

Winger Garnacho won the penalties which Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford converted to put United 2-0 ahead at the break at home to Everton on Saturday, drawing challenges from James Tarkowski and Ben Godfrey which left former United centre-back Ferdinand unimpressed with the defenders.

“You want your wide players to go against players,” Ferdinand told TNT Sports. “They are two very good defenders – Godfrey, especially, in one-on-ones.

“Jockeying in those positions is key and getting in the line of the ball to prevent a clear shot to goal.

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“They maybe rushed their decisions to go in and looked a bit clumsy but you have to credit Garnacho.

“He’s so elusive in those situations and he’s hard to pin down. It’s the positivity and how direct Garnacho is in these situations; it’s refreshing to see.”

Man United vs Everton: Garnacho shines

United wanted a third penalty when Garnacho’s cutback accidentally struck the hand of Vitalii Mykolenko, and the Argentina forward could have scored shortly before the interval but gave Jarrad Branthwaite time to recover a dire-looking situation for the Toffees.

Academy graduate Garnacho has been almost ever-present for United since November, scoring a spectacular first goal of the campaign that month with an overhead kick in a 3-0 win at Everton.

The 19-year-old has five goals and three assists in 25 top-flight appearances in 2023/24, having scored three and set up two in the league last season.

Sixth-placed United had suffered successive league defeats at home to Fulham and away to Manchester City but Garnacho’s inventiveness put them on course to change that against relegation-threatened Everton.

Rashford’s spot kick was the seventh penalty Everton have conceded this season – the joint-most alongside West Ham.

“Sean Dyche will be disappointed because Everton wouldn’t have had two penalties in their pre-match talk,” said Ferdinand.

“They’ll have been thinking of putting themselves in a better position.”

Manchester United: Glasner not surprised by Freedman’s Old Trafford links

Oliver Glasner is not surprised to see Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman being linked with Manchester United given his impressive recruitment at Selhurst Park.

Freedman has been credited with unearthing the likes of Eberechi Eze, Michael Olise and Marc Guehi – arguably Palace’s three biggest assets.

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Reports suggest he is interesting Manchester United as they look to put together a scouting team to work under Dan Ashworth – when his release is negotiated from Newcastle United.

Glasner, who succeeded Roy Hodgson as manager at Palace last month, admitted his first impressions of Freedman have been favourable.

Speaking ahead of tomorrow’s home game with Luton, he said: “It shows me what I was thinking – here [at Palace] there is a great sporting director and a great person. This is how I see Dougie after two weeks and a lot of talks with him.

“He knows all the players all over the world.  He is a fantastic guy. He is a great person and sporting director. If there are these rumours, it shows other clubs see it in the same way.”

Glasner could not confirm the veracity of the reports, though, adding: “I don’t know if it’s true or not. We didn’t speak about the squad for next year – I want to get to know the players who are here. There are injured players I have never seen in a training session.

“We will start [planning the squad] in the next week. The feeling that I have is we will plan the squad for next year together and we will work together for a long time.

“But three weeks ago I wasn’t here.”

Palace will be able to call on Eze against Luton, despite the injury-plagued midfielder being substituted not long after scoring a wonderful free-kick in last Saturday’s 3-1 defeat at Tottenham.

Glasner added: “Eze did every session from the first until the last minute – he is fit.

“He looks very good and, of course, his goal gives him more confidence.

“He was able to play 65 minutes without any problems, so he will play more minutes in this game because everything was fine with him.”

Jurgen Klopp: Pep Guardiola the greatest manager of my lifetime

Jurgen Klopp has hailed Pep Guardiola as the greatest manager he has seen in his lifetime, as he prepares to face the Manchester City boss for the final time in the Premier League.

Klopp and Guardiola have forged one of modern football’s great rivalries over the last 11 years, first facing off in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, then leading Liverpool and City to the top of the English game.

Liverpool are one point clear of City at the Premier League summit ahead of Sunday’s showdown at Anfield, which will be the teams’ last league meeting before Klopp departs at the end of the season.

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Speaking at Friday’s pre-match press conference, Klopp described Guardiola as the best manager he has witnessed, highlighting his unrivalled influence on the direction of the sport.

Asked what makes Guardiola’s the world’s best coach, Klopp said: “The way he influenced football. It’s as easy as that.

“With the amount of trophies he has won in his career, he behaves like he never won anything before! So it’s about the desire he has. It’s absolutely outstanding.

“I do the job myself so I see excellence when I face it, and Pep is definitely that. There are so many different things he did with his teams throughout the years.

“How could I judge managers from the past? But in my lifetime, he’s the outstanding manager, definitely.”

Despite Liverpool finishing as Premier League runners-up to City when collecting 97 points in 2018-19 and 92 in 2021-22, the German insists he has not grown tired of facing Guardiola.

Indeed, Klopp believes Guardiola’s standards have made him a better manager, saying: “I was never frustrated. I also knew about 3,000 footballers that were better than me and I still loved the game.

“It never frustrated me but it definitely made me a better manager, having to find solutions to win games against these teams.

“I just got told I have a positive record against Pep, but I don’t know how that happened! I know I am quite good at what I do as well, but you asked me about the best, and he is the best.

“I cannot say where he is better than me, you just see the way his teams play. There could be areas where I am better than Pep, I don’t know.

“It might be a question of taste. People might prefer the way we have played through the years compared to them, I love it, for example! It’s just an easy observation for me, from the outside.”

Klopp still holds out hope of facing Guardiola one last time in English football, meanwhile, with Liverpool and City still among the favourites to lift the FA Cup.

“On Sunday, it’s not about me having that opportunity for the last time. Anyway, it’s not true because maybe in the FA Cup – if we get through the next round – we could meet again,” Klopp said.

“It’s the game of the weekend, so being able to be part of that is massive and fantastic for everybody.”

Creating a Routine for Students – A Beginner’s Guide

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Daily routine refers to the series of tasks you do throughout the day. In a simpler way, it is the thing that you do, from waking up in the morning to going to bed at night. The whole thing suggests how we go through the day and approach each event in our everyday lives. This leads to the point of difference between success and failure.

With a healthy routine, you can keep your body and mind fresh and focus on achieving your life’s objectives. For example, if you want to score good grades, you need to build a routine where you study hard rather than going out. Similarly, a good routine is necessary to make the transition from student life to the job sector.

Your daily activities will lead you to greater success in life. Therefore, you should shift your focus to the next section, where we will show you how to make a daily routine. So, let’s begin the discussion.

Ways To Create A Routine For Students

The daily routine is imperative for a student’s success; he or she can achieve good grades and partake in different cultural and sports activities. That will be for their own growth. Furthermore, it will keep physical and mental health in check and enable them to increase their productivity and performance.

According to the essay writing service Fresh Essays, here are a few ideas that can lead to the creation of a great routine –

Idea 1: Wake Up Early 

There is a popular saying that morning shows the day. Hence, you need to be an early bird to sync your life with the timings of the sun. When you wake up early, you get the whole day to do your job and achieve your goals. However, if you get up late, you will find yourself on the lazier side. Eventually, you need to sleep early to get up early.

That is why you will see that most successful people discuss waking up early and how it has helped them in life. Similarly, you should also take similar steps to balance your health and study life. We assure you that you will be more focused and energetic if you wake up at 5 AM rather than 8 AM. Consequently, you will be able to complete all your assignments and homework.

Idea 2: Exercise 

It is not necessary to hit the gym to exercise. Rather, you can do some free hand exercises at home to work out your muscles and bones. You can also go running in the morning to get fresh air in your lungs and feel much better about yourself. Also, it helps your mind relax and lets out all the negative things present in the mind. Hence, you will become much more focused and better.

In addition, you can also lift some weight at home to develop your muscle strength. This will increase the immunity in your body. Consequently, you will keep obesity, diabetes, and other chronic diseases out of your body.

Idea 3: Less Screen Time

Another thing that you need to add to your routine is less screen time. Don’t touch your phone straight away when you wake up in the morning. You do all your morning chores, take an early bath, exercise, and then you can touch your phone. This way, you let your brain function at a normal pace. Also, you will procrastinate less and just focus on work.

Most successful people try it, giving them a great purpose in life to work hard and succeed. In addition, they can focus on their studies and easily complete tough and complex assignments. Moreover, throughout the day, you should engage in physical activities other than being on social media.

Idea 4: Eat And Drink Healthy

Food and drinks are an imperative part of our daily life. It is responsible for having great immunity and developing our muscles and bones. Therefore, you should eat healthy food rather than junk food like pizza. Burgers and Cold Drinks. Rather, you can eat meat, eggs, and veggies, which are easy to digest and have fewer side effects.

In addition, you should also refrain from drinking caffeine. It affects good sleep, whereas you can have fruit juice or water. This will keep your health in a positive place. You won’t suffer long from any diseases. It will also help you concentrate on your studies. Moreover, it is the way to ensure that you will have fewer health issues in the later stage of life.

Idea 5: Allocate Some Time To Socialize

When you go to college, you need to spend some time socializing with other people on campus. You need to make friends and build a social circle to help you have fun and enjoy life. Therefore, in your daily routine, keep some time for friends. That way, you can develop your communication skills and develop your self-esteem.

Furthermore, your peers will help you to study and get used to the college curriculum. Also, it will help you in your individual development and create a sense of community in the college. In simple words, a safe space for you where you can express your views and sentiments and get validation to develop self-confidence.

Idea 6: Read A Book Before Going To Bed 

Another thing you should add to your routine is reading a book before you sleep. This is because you need improved quality sleep, which can come from reading a book. However, with smartphones, you will get proper sleep, sometimes leading to insomnia. Also, it is a great stress relief and helps you to relax after a hectic day.

So, go to the nearest book, buy the book of your favorite author, and start reading. You will see the formation of empathy in you and enable you to become a better person.

The Bottom Line 

In the end, we can say that routine enables a student to grow in his role and focus on building a better life for them. However, if you are still looking for ideas, then you should read the ideas mentioned in the discussion and improve your quality of life.

Manchester United: Ten Hag says progress stunted by injuries

Erik ten Hag is convinced Manchester United are heading in the “right direction” and believes their progress would have been more evident had it not been for a crippling injury list this season.

Ten Hag has been in charge of United for 100 games in all competitions, winning 61, which gives him a better record than the likes of Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool and Mikel Arteta at Arsenal over the same period at the start of their tenures.

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And although it has not always been plain sailing for the Dutchman, he is confident that shows United are progressing.

He said: “It tells me that we are [going] in the right direction. 

“Imagine if we had many more players available and not so many setbacks with injuries. It shows that this team has a bright future when the players are available.

“There’s a good balance in the squad of young and experienced players together. Imagine if they were all available.”

United are sixth in the Premier League and on the fringe of the battle to secure a Champions League place for next season – with Ten Hag again blaming injuries for the fact they are not higher.

“We want to be successful and we need to be,” he added. 

“Sometimes, seasons go like we’re now in. We don’t accept that and we will fight. We have injuries but we will go into every game with the plan to win.

“The project is going in the right direction when we have the players available.

“We are working on better performances and we want to play at our maximum level. It’s only in some key positions that you miss players that have a very high impact on the way we want to play.

“No team can deal with so many injuries. We’re playing at our maximum level given the availability of the players. We’ve seen when the players are available like in January and February, our performances were very good.”

United will have Marcus Rashford and Jonny Evans fit for tomorrow’s clash with Everton at Old Trafford while Rasmus Hojlund, Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka are set to return against Liverpool in the FA Cup next weekend.

“They [Rashford and Evans] recovered after the derby, so they are available, the rest is the same squad apart from Omari Forson. He dropped out, he has an injury,” said Ten Hag.

“Mason Mount is in a good spell now and will return shortly after the international break.

“For next week, some players are planning to return. Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka I expect them to be available for our game against Liverpool. Hojlund as well.”

United will hope to get back to winning ways following their 3-1 derby defeat to Manchester City last time out when they face an Everton side that have won just one of their last 14 games.

The Toffees are five points above the relegation zone but Ten Hag remains a fan of their boss Sean Dyche.

“It’s very clear, you can see his handwriting and the style of play at Everton, since the moment he took over last season,” he said.

“He made them very fit and he’s created a good structure. We know what we have to do to beat them.”

Charting the Course of Beauty Trends: A Glimpse into Tomorrow

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The landscape of beauty trends chronicles the evolving narratives of society and culture, from the restrained elegance of the 1920s to the vibrant and varied expressions of the present day. Makeup has consistently served as a vessel for personal expression and a reflection of broader societal shifts. As we move forward, the beauty industry remains in a state of perpetual innovation, embracing new trends and redefining classic aesthetics for the modern era.

Each decade introduces its signature styles, with numerous iconic looks being revisited and adapted for contemporary tastes. The trajectory of beauty trends is set to continue its evolution, with the next decade expected to unveil innovations that will challenge our conventional approaches to makeup. The 2020s are anticipated to bring forth trends that resonate with the current cultural ethos, showcasing the latest aesthetic inclinations and technological advancements in beauty.

The 1920s: Bold Beginnings

The 1920s marked the advent of bold makeup choices that echoed the era’s spirit of liberation, epitomized by the flappers’ distinctive style:

  • Eyes: Characterized by the smoky eye effect, achieved with liberal kohl application.
  • Lips: Dominated by deep red tones, setting the era’s fashion trend.
  • Hairstyle: Finger waves added a touch of elegance to the popular bob cuts, defining the beauty trends of the time.

The 1930s: The Age of Refined Beauty

The 1930s were defined by a more refined and subtle approach to beauty:

  • Eyebrows: Thin, meticulously arched brows became the norm, often redrawn after shaving.
  • Eyeshadow: Embraced soft, muted tones as a contrast to the previous decade’s vibrant choices.
  • Lips: Dark pink shades were favored, complementing the understated eye makeup.
  • Hair: Short styles mirrored the era’s polished aesthetic, with eyebrow shaping and makeup application accentuating the brows’ shape.

The 1940s: Practical Beauty Solutions

The 1940s introduced a more practical approach to beauty, with preferences including:

  • Eyeshadow: Subtle shades like beige or light brown.
  • Eyebrows: Fuller, more defined brows achieved with pencils.
  • Mascara: Applied sparingly to subtly enhance the lashes.
  • Lips: Bold red lips, especially Victory Red lipstick, became iconic of the era.
  • Complexion: A matte finish was achieved through generous face powder application.
  • Victory Rolls, the iconic hairstyle, symbolized the decade’s vibrant character.

The 1950s: Hollywood’s Glamour Influence

The 1950s drew heavily from the glamour of Hollywood:

  • The use of bright lip shades and the introduction of winged eyeliner added drama, echoing the era’s film stars.
  • Creamy foundations laid the foundation for these pronounced features, reflecting the decade’s playful and liberated spirit.

The 1960s: The Emphasis on Eyes

The 1960s emphasized eye features:

  • Upper and Lower Lashes: Enhanced with thick, faux lashes for a dramatic look.
  • Mascara: Generously applied to accentuate these enhancements.
  • Eyeshadow: Stark white used to highlight the eyelids.
  • Lip Colours: Kept subtle, with shades of soft pink and peach.
  • Eyebrows: Defined with an arched shape and slender tail, embodying the era’s aesthetic.

The 1970s: Natural Beauty and Simplicity

The 1970s contrasted vibrant fashion with simpler beauty regimes:

  • Hair Trends: Preferred long, afro, or gently waved styles.
  • Makeup Choices: Opted for soft, shimmery eyeshadows, minimal mascara, sheer lip gloss, and a hint of blush, emphasizing a radiant complexion and subtly styled eyebrows.

The 1980s: An Era of Bold Colours

The 1980s were characterized by vibrant and bold beauty styles:

  • Eye Shadows: Bright, bold colours applied daringly to the brow bone.
  • Eyebrows: Kept natural, thick, and bushy.
  • Blush: Applied in generous amounts to match the eye makeup’s vibrancy.
  • Lip Gloss: Added for a glossy finish, complementing the colourful makeup palette.

The 1990s: Understated Elegance Makes a Comeback

The ’90s saw a return to more understated elegance in makeup:

  • Mascara: Used sparingly for a subtle lash effect.
  • Eyeshadow: Favored soft, neutral tones.
  • Lips: Defined with liners in shades of brown or pink, with a palette ranging from soft nudes to bold burgundies.

The 2000s: The Trend of Sleek Brows

The early 2000s were marked by:

  • Thin, meticulously shaped eyebrows and a preference for cool-toned, shimmering eyeshadows and glossy lips, later transitioning to include smoky eyeshadows and more defined brows.

The 2010s: Defining Features and Full Lips

The recent decade has emphasized:

  • Facial definition through contouring and bold brows, with fuller lips becoming a notable beauty trend.

The 2020s: Embracing Sustainability and Minimalism

This decade is characterized by:

  • A movement towards sustainable beauty products and a minimalist makeup approach, driven by a skincare-first mentality and the widespread use of face masks.

The Future of Beauty Trends: A New Horizon

As we look forward to the future, beauty trends are expected to oscillate between minimalist and bold statements, serving as platforms for personal expression and discovery. The coming years may place a greater emphasis on authenticity, embracing individual beauty, and pioneering transparent, innovative beauty solutions that prioritize individuality and environmental sustainability.

Liverpool v Manchester City: Guardiola confident he will face Klopp again

Pep Guardiola is convinced he will face Jurgen Klopp again in the future – and he doesn’t believe the German’s forthcoming departure will spell the end of Liverpool as a title challenger.

Guardiola and Klopp will meet for the 30th time in their illustrious coaching careers on Sunday when Manchester City visit Liverpool in a crunch top-of-the-table meeting.

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The Merseysiders sit at the Premier League summit – although they could be overtaken by Arsenal if the Gunners beat Brentford tomorrow – a point clear of defending champions City with 11 games to go.

Klopp will leave Anfield in the summer, although with both teams still in the FA Cup, he may go head to head once again with former Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss Guardiola.

The Spaniard said: “I completely respect Klopp’s decision. I have the feeling he will be back sooner or later. He loves football and his passion is there.

“We could play in the FA Cup in the future, nobody knows. He’s young, I’m young.”

The pair have enjoyed some epic battles over the years in the Bundesliga and the Premier League and Guardiola emphasised his respect for his rival.

“It was always a pleasure to play against him and it will be on Sunday too,” he added. 

“It will be a good battle and we’ll try to win the game. The way his teams play [drives me on].”

The identity of Klopp’s successor remains unknown – Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso is reportedly the club’s first choice – but Guardiola believes the foundations in place at Liverpool means they will always pose a threat.

He said: “Liverpool have always been Liverpool and there are other contenders too. Arsenal are there and were our biggest rivals last season.

“Tottenham will make a step forward, so will Manchester United. Newcastle might be back next season too.”

As is often the case in his media conferences, Guardiola was giving very little away and was certainly not going to be drawn on remarks made by injured full-back Trent-Alexander Arnold that success means more to Liverpool due to City’s financial strength.

Guardiola said: “I wish him a speedy recovery and hope he comes back to the pitch as soon as possible.”

City striker Erling Haaland did bite at Alexander-Arnold’s claims, as did centre-half Ruben Dias, with both men indicating it was impossible for the England international to understand what success represented as the Merseyside club have yet to replicate City’s treble win from last season.

Put to Guardiola that Haaland and Dias’ words indicated a level of fight within the City camp, Guardiola said: “Do you think they want to fight because Erling and Ruben talk? Without these talks we will not fight? 

“We are there and after what happened in the last years we are going to try to do a good game.”

Support scheme to keep young people out of crime, coming to Manchester

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An innovative scheme that transforms the lives of young people caught up in or at risk of crime, is coming to Manchester.
The city council is teaming up with national charity SHiFT and Greater Manchester’s Violence Reduction Unit to provide intensive bespoke support to a small group of young people in the city, with the aim of breaking the destructive cycle of crime that sees them caught up in situations they can’t control or remove themselves from.

Work has already taken place to identify a group of 27 children and young people who professionals believe are at risk of escalating involvement in offending, without the intensive package of support that SHiFT will provide through its Breaking Cycles programme.

The programme aims to break the negative cycle of involvement in crime by providing one-to-one support that is tailored to and unique to each young person and their own needs.

Bespoke support

What marks SHiFT out from other support programmes is that crucially this bespoke and flexible package of support is led by just one adult professional, who works with the young person and everyone important in their lives in a way that is flexible, persistent and focused on their unique needs – as opposed to the young person being supported by a sometimes large network of ever-changing professionals.

Each young person on the programme is allocated their own personal SHiFT Guide – an adult professional who aims to be a constant in the young person’s life, someone who will walk with and alongside them to help them successfully navigate all aspects of their life.

The benefits to the young person are many – from giving them a known trusted adult who is focused entirely on their best interests and helping them overcome any difficulties or issues that arise, to providing them through their support with the tools they need to go on and have happy, successful and fulfilling lives.

At the same time it’s also estimated that in diverting children and young people away from involvement in offending, SHiFT practices deliver huge cost savings for the taxpayer – of up to £2.5million per child by the time they reach the age of 40.

Councillor Luthfur Rahman OBE, deputy leader of Manchester City Council (pictured) said:”The benefits of the SHiFT programme for young people are considerable – effectively giving them access at all times to someone they know is in their corner and has their back.  Someone they know is going to be proactive in ensuring the right support is in place for them at the right time.

“Having this bespoke help will without doubt transform the lives of these young people and in turn the lives of their families and local communities.

“We’re determined to do whatever it takes to help all children and young people in the city go on to be the best version of themselves and to lead fulfilling, happy and successful lives. Meeting the needs of our most vulnerable young people is an important part of this and an important part also of our journey towards becoming a UNESCO recognised Child-Friendly City.”

SHiFT’s launch in Manchester follows the charity’s collaboration with Tameside Council and the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit – the first area outside of London to partner with the charity –  which saw SHiFT Tameside launched in December 2022.

Since then the area has seen reductions in the number of young people involved in committing offences and going missing, as well as improved school attendance.

Funded by partners including the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit and SHiFT donors along with the city council, the two-year SHiFT Manchester project will be targeted at avoiding children and young people being remanded into custody.

Jude Bellingham to serve two-match ban as Real Madrid appeal dismissed

Real Madrid have been unsuccessful in their appeal against a two-match ban issued to Jude Bellingham, following his red card after the final whistle against Valencia last week.

Bellingham was denied a dramatic winner at the end of Madrid’s feisty 2-2 draw with Valencia in LaLiga last Saturday, with referee Gil Manzano blowing the final whistle just before the midfielder headed Brahim Diaz’s cross home.

Madrid’s furious players then surrounded the official, who showed a red card to Bellingham for his protests.

In his report, Manzano wrote: “After the end of the game and while still on the pitch, he [Bellingham] came running over to me in an aggressive way shouting, repeatedly: ‘It’s a f*****g goal’.”

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Bellingham was subsequently banned for two games by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), with the former Borussia Dortmund man calling that punishment “ridiculous”.

Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti, meanwhile, described the red card as a “mistake” as Los Blancos signalled their intention to appeal against Bellingham’s suspension, but they have been unsuccessful in doing so.

On Friday, it was confirmed that the RFEF’s competition committee had upheld Bellingham’s ban, meaning he will miss Madrid’s last two league fixtures before the international break, against Celta Vigo and Osasuna.

Reports have since suggested Madrid will take the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, despite knowing a decision will not be made before the second game of Bellingham’s ban has been served.

He will next be available for Madrid – who hold a seven-point lead over Girona at the top of LaLiga – when they face Athletic Bilbao on March 31.