Manchester United’s first-quarter profits rise to £13m but debt reaches £1.29bn

OL Lyonnes demonstrated their Women's Champions League (WCL) credentials by decisively defeating Manchester United, with Melchie Dumornay scoring two late goals to secure a 2-0 victory. Manchester United manager Marc Skinner defended his decision to make five changes to the lineup, but the team struggled to compete against Lyonnes' dominance throughout the match.

Luke Littler, the defending champion of the world darts championship, is recognized as a remarkable talent in the sport, captivating audiences at the Alexandra Palace event. Despite his extraordinary skills, he remains grounded, often seen engaging in everyday activities like celebrating with fellow Manchester United fans or proudly displaying his new driving certificate.

Liverpool secured a vital 1-0 victory against Inter Milan in the Champions League, with Dominik Szoboszlai stepping up to score a crucial penalty in the absence of Mohamed Salah, who was reportedly lifting weights alone. This win marked Inter's first European home defeat since September 2022.

Napoli has intensified its pursuit of Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, making fresh contact in recent days as the player finds himself increasingly sidelined at Old Trafford. The Premier League club's willingness to consider offers for Mainoo adds to the speculation surrounding his future, especially with the January transfer window approaching.

Everton ended Chelsea's remarkable unbeaten streak in the Women's Super League (WSL) with a 1-0 victory at Kingsmeadow, thanks to a decisive goal from Honoka Hayashi. This defeat marks Chelsea's first league loss since May 2024 and Sonia Bompastor's first as manager after an impressive tenure. The match was discussed in the Women’s Football Weekly podcast featuring Faye Carruthers, Suzy Wrack, Marva Kreel, and Rich Laverty.