Man United host Brentford at Old Trafford tomorrow morning as they look to take a major step toward securing Champions League qualification.
United are in third place, and a win will extend their lead over 6th-placed Brighton to 11 points, with four matches left to play
The Bees arrive on the back of five consecutive league draws, while United come in after a 1-nil away win at Chelsea.
--
Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is set to return to Stamford Bridge after Bayern Munich decided not to trigger the £56‑million option to sign him permanently.
The Senegal international is now being linked with Newcastle, who are looking to strengthen their attack ahead of next season.
--
The Lee Chong Wei Cup junior badminton competition will be the first event to use the sports’ new 15-point scoring system, when its first edition kicks off in August.
This, before the format becomes the standard for all BWF tournaments starting in January next year.
--
Elsewhere
Tottenham and Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons (see-mons) will miss the World Cup after suffering a serious knee injury during Spurs’ 1–nil win at Wolves.
--
Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada is facing a severe ban after punching an opposing player after he had already been sent off... for another incidence of violent conduct!
--
And Two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso says he has no plans to retire yet, insisting he is still motivated, competitive and eager to keep racing despite being 44 years old.
