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Ruben Amorim sacked by Man United: His worst moments as boss, from Marcus Rashford to Grimsby

From dramatic quotes to rollercoaster performances, here's the best (and worst) of Ruben Amorim's time at Manchester United, which ended on Monday.

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Man United's 10 managers since Sir Alex Ferguson: David Moyes, Ruben Amorim, and the damning stats

Jose Mourinho had the highest win rate, Ruben Amorim the lowest ... and much more.

Man United must go big and hire a superstar manager after firing Amorim

It is time for one of the most powerful clubs in the world to hire a manager with the experience, track record, credentials and personality befitting Man United's status.

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Ruben Amorim sacked as Man United head coach after 14 months

Ruben Amorim has been sacked by Manchester United from his role as head coach.

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Amorim sacked after fiery Wilcox row - sources

Ruben Amorim was sacked by Manchester United in the aftermath of an explosive meeting with director of football Jason Wilcox on Friday, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

Who could become Amorim's successor at Manchester United?

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Was the Man United job 'too big' for Ruben Amorim?

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Were Manchester United right to sack Ruben Amorim?

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Ruben Amorim's last Manchester United press conference

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WEEKEND REVIEW

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Harrison Reed's long-range stunner adds to Liverpool misery: Moment of the Weekend

It was a point saved from nowhere, with the last, glorious, kick of the match, scored by the most unlikely figure on the pitch.

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Unpacking Man City-Chelsea, Joan Garcia stars for Barça, Amorim out at Man United

Man City might think they "controlled" Sunday's draw with Chelsea, but dropped points is all that matters. Plus: Joan Garcia is superb for Barça against his old club as Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.

Stats: Barcelona's 39-game scoring streak, Bukayo Saka's 105, Cristiano Ronaldo's first loss

ESPN brings you the best stats from this weekend's football action.

INDIAN SPORTS DAILY UPDATES

Soorma register first WHIL win this season, HIL GC beat SG Pipers, Nikhat, Lovlina start with wins at Boxing Nationals: Indian Sports, January 5

Follow all the updates from Indian sports on January 5, 2026

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CHELSEA

No Maresca, no problem? Chelsea's late draw at Man City a blow for Guardiola & Co.

All signs pointed Sunday to a routine Man City win given their quality and Chelsea's turmoil since Enzo Maresca left as manager. Yet Enzo Fernandez's late goal ensured Chelsea went home happy.

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Can Liam Rosenior be successful at Chelsea?

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2025-26 English Premier League

Arsenal's Declan Rice one of the best in the world - Arteta

Mikel Arteta has hailed Declan Rice as one of the best midfielders in the world after playing a starring role in Arsenal's 3-2 win at Bournemouth.

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Declan Rice at the double to put Arsenal 6 points clear

Declan Rice proved why he's a leading candidate to be the Premier League's player of the season by inspiring Arsenal to a come-from behind victory at Bournemouth that opened up a six-point lead on Saturday.

Mikel Arteta: Declan Rice is the best midfielder in the world

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Nicol: Arsenal look like Premier League champions

Steve Nicol debates who can stop Arsenal winning the Premier League after their 3-2 win over Bournemouth.

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AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS

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South Africa's AFCON heartbreak should force structural reforms

The main focus, however, should not be on the human errors made by the players or even by head coach Hugo Broos. Rather, the system in place to support them clearly needs to be refined.

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Udoh: South Africa won't win AFCON for many years

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