themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Premier League issues statement on return to full contact training

Premier League clubs voted unanimously on a return to full-contact training after a meeting on Wednesday .
The decision marks the implementation of stage two of Project Restart , as the league continues to target a return to competitive fixtures in mid-June .
Manchester United and Manchester City were given permission to return to training while enforcing social distancing rules last Monday .
United returned to training in groups of no more than five last Wednesday , while City 's players began work at the CFA on Saturday .
United and City have n't played a domestic game since March @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Manchester derby at Old Trafford .
United played a Europa League game against LASK behind closed doors four days later , but City 's scheduled game against Arsenal that same week was postponed .
`` Premier League Shareholders today voted unanimously to resume contact training , marking another step towards restarting the Premier League season , when safe to do so , '' a statement said .
`` Squads are now able to train as a group and engage in tackling while minimising any unnecessary close contact .
`` The Premier League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wellbeing of all participants .
`` Strict medical protocols are in place to ensure the training ground is the safest environment possible and players and staff will continue to be tested for COVID-19 twice a week .
`` Stage Two of the Return to Training protocol has been agreed following consultation with clubs , players , managers , the PFA , LMA and the Government .
`` Discussions are ongoing as work continues towards resuming the season , when conditions allow . ''

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Premier League clubs voted unanimously on a return to full-contact training after a meeting on Wednesday.
The decision marks the implementation of stage two of Project Restart, as the league continues to target a return to competitive fixtures in mid-June.
Manchester United and Manchester City were given permission to return to training while enforcing social distancing rules last Monday. United returned to training in groups of no more than five last Wednesday, while City's players began work at the CFA on Saturday.
United and City haven't played a domestic game since March 8, when the two sides contested the Manchester derby at Old Trafford. United played a Europa League game against LASK behind closed doors four days later, but City's scheduled game against Arsenal that same week was postponed.
"Premier League Shareholders today voted unanimously to resume contact training, marking another step towards restarting the Premier League season, when safe to do so," a statement said.
"Squads are now able to train as a group and engage in tackling while minimising any unnecessary close contact.
"The Premier League’s priority is the health and wellbeing of all participants.
"Strict medical protocols are in place to ensure the training ground is the safest environment possible and players and staff will continue to be tested for COVID-19 twice a week.
"Stage Two of the Return to Training protocol has been agreed following consultation with clubs, players, managers, the PFA, LMA and the Government.
"Discussions are ongoing as work continues towards resuming the season, when conditions allow."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Man City fans identify the Bayern player they want in Sane swap

Joshua Kimmich 's brilliant chip might have won Der Klassiker for Bayern Munich on Tuesday to make them firm favourites for the Bundesliga title , but it was another Bayern player who left a bigger impression on Manchester City fans .
After Kimmich 's wonderful goal put Bayern in control , Dortmund thought they would equalise when Erling Haaland had a run on goal .
However , left-back Alphonso Davies made up around 20 yards to race back and dispossess Haaland just as he was about to shoot .
The Canadian international made 42 sprints during the game , clocking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 19 , has caught the eye this season from left-back with his pace and trickery , scoring twice and assisting four times , and his good form continued against Dortmund .
Bayern moved seven points clear of Dortmund at the top of the Bundesliga with seven games remaining , and look set to add another league title to their collection .
This summer , they want to add Leroy Sane to the squad that will look to defend their title next season .
While plenty of fans were imagining the frightening prospect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flank at Bayern next year , City supporters on Twitter had another idea .
They suggested that if Bayern do want Sane , City should ask for Davies in part-exchange .
If you do n't ask ...
It could solve two problems City have been linked with a number of left-backs to potentially replace Benjamin Mendy , who has been injury-prone during his City career .
Angelino , currently on loan at RB Leipzig , could leave permanently this summer , and while Aleks Zinchenko has performed well at left-back , Guardiola may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ position .

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Joshua Kimmich's brilliant chip might have won Der Klassiker for Bayern Munich on Tuesday to make them firm favourites for the Bundesliga title, but it was another Bayern player who left a bigger impression on Manchester City fans.
After Kimmich's wonderful goal put Bayern in control, Dortmund thought they would equalise when Erling Haaland had a run on goal. However, left-back Alphonso Davies made up around 20 yards to race back and dispossess Haaland just as he was about to shoot. The Canadian international made 42 sprints during the game, clocking a top speed of 22mph.
Davies, 19, has caught the eye this season from left-back with his pace and trickery, scoring twice and assisting four times, and his good form continued against Dortmund.
Bayern moved seven points clear of Dortmund at the top of the Bundesliga with seven games remaining, and look set to add another league title to their collection. This summer, they want to add Leroy Sane to the squad that will look to defend their title next season.
While plenty of fans were imagining the frightening prospect of Sane and Davies on the same flank at Bayern next year, City supporters on Twitter had another idea.
They suggested that if Bayern do want Sane, City should ask for Davies in part-exchange.
A look at Davies' pace:
He looks incredible
If you don't ask...
They made a big impression
Imagine the pace
He's unreal
Deal done?
It could solve two problems
City have been linked with a number of left-backs to potentially replace Benjamin Mendy, who has been injury-prone during his City career. Angelino, currently on loan at RB Leipzig, could leave permanently this summer, and while Aleks Zinchenko has performed well at left-back, Guardiola may want a more natural defender in the position.


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Whether it's easy recipes for snacks and cocktails, live-streamed events, or brilliant hacks to make your home life a little easier, you'll find it in the CityLife newsletter.
It's the ultimate way to keep up to date with the latest from Manchester's restaurant scene, as our brilliant city finds its way through lockdown.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Bruno Fernandes might have given Pogba what he wants at Man United

Pictures of Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba training next to each other at Carrington on Tuesday moved the prospect of them playing in the same Manchester United midfield a step closer .
Fernandes and Pogba trained as the Premier League 's Project Restart edged closer too , with the return of the top flight next month now seemingly having unstoppable momentum .
When United resume action Pogba will be fit for the first time since December and while he might need easing back into action , it wo n't be long before he and Fernandes are playing alongside each other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Manchester United without Pogba has grown in credibility , mostly because that 's exactly the scenario Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has had to deal with .
While the first month of 2020 continued United 's unpredictable and inconsistent season to date , since the start of February they 've put together the best run of form of the season , all without Pogba , and all with Fernandes .
The £47million signing from Sporting Lisbon has become Solskjaer 's most important player in a matter of weeks .
The Portuguese playmaker is pulling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been unbeaten for 11 games , playing with a confidence and style not seen for a long time .
For Pogba this season has been a write-off so far .
There have been only eight appearances , a string of frustrating injuries and now no appearance since Boxing Day .
A player with his profile will never be the forgotten man , but there 's been a sense United had moved on on the pitch , not that Solskjaer would admit that just yet .
Planning for life after Pogba has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mind since his attempts to leave Old Trafford were blocked last summer .
That transfer safa began with the World Cup winner saying `` it could be a good time for a new challenge '' and continued with his agent , Mino Raiola , also going public on his and Pogba 's desire for a move .
That never materialised and the 27-year-old was exemplary in pre-season , to give him credit .
Any hopes this season might be a final farewell , a season in which he raised his game before leaving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injury , however .
Raiola has also made sure that goodwill remains in short supply , rarely missing a microphone and a chance to bring Pogba 's future back into the public domain , whether it be his hopes of returning to Juventus , the attraction of Real Madrid , or more general attacks on United and Solskjaer .
As United 's midfield floundered until February , lacking goals and creativity , the absence of Pogba was keenly felt .
Yet one swish of a pen on a £47million cheque has solved those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ playmaker , their midfield fulcrum and one of their on-pitch leaders .
He 's everything the club hoped Pogba would be when he returned from Juventus for £89million in 2016 .
So far the Frenchman has failed to live up to that price tag .
His desire for a move and a new challenge may revolve around United 's failure to challenge for titles and consistently make the Champions League during his time at the club , but he 's as much to blame as anyone for that .
Now Pogba faces the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no longer being United 's most important player or even their best player .
If Pogba and Fernandes play in the same midfield then , on the evidence of the latter 's impact to date , it 's Fernandes who you would expect to play further forward and be the man relied on to create a spark .
How that change in stature affects Pogba over the remaining nine Premier League and - hopefully - the FA Cup and Europa League , will be fascinating .
It may just be that Fernandes has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Not only has the Portuguese 's signing accelerated United 's path back towards the Champions League and , potentially , to a title challenge , but he has taken Pogba 's mantle at Old Trafford .
Fernandes has been the player demanding more from his teammates during games , urging them to raise their level .
He 's looked like the world-class player that can drive United forward , when everyone expected that would be Pogba 's role .
Pogba might see that as a personal challenge and could return determined to prove @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he is the alpha-male of this midfield .
If it gets the best out of him then that would be no bad thing .
But the arrival of Fernandes might also have convinced Pogba that United are back on the right track .
His preference might still be to leave Old Trafford but doors are closing quicker than in the Crystal Maze .
The first post-coronavirus transfer window is unlikely to see moves involving the kind of money United would want for Pogba , giving they spent £89million on him just four years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the new challenge that Pogba had in mind , but the arrival of Fernandes and internal competition he 's created could be a good alternative .

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Pictures of Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba training next to each other at Carrington on Tuesday moved the prospect of them playing in the same Manchester United midfield a step closer.
Fernandes and Pogba trained as the Premier League's Project Restart edged closer too, with the return of the top flight next month now seemingly having unstoppable momentum.
When United resume action Pogba will be fit for the first time since December and while he might need easing back into action, it won't be long before he and Fernandes are playing alongside each other.
Yet since January the idea of a Manchester United without Pogba has grown in credibility, mostly because that's exactly the scenario Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has had to deal with.
While the first month of 2020 continued United's unpredictable and inconsistent season to date, since the start of February they've put together the best run of form of the season, all without Pogba, and all with Fernandes.
The £47million signing from Sporting Lisbon has become Solskjaer's most important player in a matter of weeks. The Portuguese playmaker is pulling the strings in a United side that has been unbeaten for 11 games, playing with a confidence and style not seen for a long time.
For Pogba this season has been a write-off so far. There have been only eight appearances, a string of frustrating injuries and now no appearance since Boxing Day. A player with his profile will never be the forgotten man, but there's been a sense United had moved on on the pitch, not that Solskjaer would admit that just yet.
Planning for life after Pogba has been something in the back of everyone's mind since his attempts to leave Old Trafford were blocked last summer. That transfer safa began with the World Cup winner saying "it could be a good time for a new challenge" and continued with his agent, Mino Raiola, also going public on his and Pogba's desire for a move.
That never materialised and the 27-year-old was exemplary in pre-season, to give him credit. Any hopes this season might be a final farewell, a season in which he raised his game before leaving with gratitude, have been dashed by injury, however.
Raiola has also made sure that goodwill remains in short supply, rarely missing a microphone and a chance to bring Pogba's future back into the public domain, whether it be his hopes of returning to Juventus, the attraction of Real Madrid, or more general attacks on United and Solskjaer.
As United's midfield floundered until February, lacking goals and creativity, the absence of Pogba was keenly felt. Yet one swish of a pen on a £47million cheque has solved those issues. Fernandes has become United's playmaker, their midfield fulcrum and one of their on-pitch leaders. He's everything the club hoped Pogba would be when he returned from Juventus for £89million in 2016.
So far the Frenchman has failed to live up to that price tag. His desire for a move and a new challenge may revolve around United's failure to challenge for titles and consistently make the Champions League during his time at the club, but he's as much to blame as anyone for that.
Now Pogba faces the prospect of returning to the team but no longer being United's most important player or even their best player. If Pogba and Fernandes play in the same midfield then, on the evidence of the latter's impact to date, it's Fernandes who you would expect to play further forward and be the man relied on to create a spark.
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How that change in stature affects Pogba over the remaining nine Premier League and - hopefully - the FA Cup and Europa League, will be fascinating. It may just be that Fernandes has given him the challenge he wants.
Not only has the Portuguese's signing accelerated United's path back towards the Champions League and, potentially, to a title challenge, but he has taken Pogba's mantle at Old Trafford. Fernandes has been the player demanding more from his teammates during games, urging them to raise their level. He's looked like the world-class player that can drive United forward, when everyone expected that would be Pogba's role.
Pogba might see that as a personal challenge and could return determined to prove a point, to show everyone that he is the alpha-male of this midfield. If it gets the best out of him then that would be no bad thing.
But the arrival of Fernandes might also have convinced Pogba that United are back on the right track. His preference might still be to leave Old Trafford but doors are closing quicker than in the Crystal Maze. The first post-coronavirus transfer window is unlikely to see moves involving the kind of money United would want for Pogba, giving they spent £89million on him just four years ago.
It might not quite be the new challenge that Pogba had in mind, but the arrival of Fernandes and internal competition he's created could be a good alternative.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Matt Smith and Claire Foy to perform play in empty theatre

Theatres have been shuttered up and down the country for months now , with no word yet from the Government on when they 'll be able to reopen .
Thanks to streaming projects like National Theatre Live and Andrew Lloyd Webber 's The Shows Must Go On , we 've been able to get a dose of drama at home while we wait for the curtains to open again .
Now a prominent London theatre has announced the closest thing to a live experience since lockdown hit .
Claire Foy and Matt Smith will take to the stage at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Duncan MacMillan 's play Lungs .
The Crown stars will reprise their roles as a couple grappling with the dilemmas of the planet in the production , in which they made their Old Vic debuts last year to sell-out crowds .
This time things will be a little different - they 'll be performing to an empty auditorium , in front of a virtual audience watching live at home instead .
Up to 1,000 people - the theatre ’ s usual audience capacity size - will be able to buy tickets to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £65 .
It 's hoped it will help to revive the theatre 's decimated box office revenue .
The theatre , which is a registered charity , does not receive a regular public subsidy and artistic director Matthew Warchus has said it is in a perilous position as a result of having to close .
The show forms part of Old Vic : In Camera , which will also include a series of rehearsed play-readings streamed live from the stage with the empty auditorium as a backdrop .
Lungs will be performed over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to buy tickets announced soon , as well as other performances in the series .
The Government gave the go-ahead for cultural events to happen behind closed doors from June as it announced its road map to recovery .
Julia Fawcett OBE , chief executive of The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre at Salford Quays , said it would be a challenge for cultural organisations to monetise behind-closed-doors broadcasts , however .
`` A lot of organisations , including my own , are putting out work digitally that is free , and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the economic model and expectation of what people would be prepared to pay for culture online , '' she told the M.E.N earlier this month .
`` This is all new territory for us .
It 's not impossible but I would highly doubt that any money structure around digital content will deliver the same kind of experience for audiences and the same financial return for organisations . ''
Theatres , museums and galleries have not yet been told when they may be able to reopen , but the government road map says @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be able to reopen until July 4 at the earliest .

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Theatres have been shuttered up and down the country for months now, with no word yet from the Government on when they'll be able to reopen.
Thanks to streaming projects like National Theatre Live and Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Shows Must Go On, we've been able to get a dose of drama at home while we wait for the curtains to open again.
Now a prominent London theatre has announced the closest thing to a live experience since lockdown hit.
Claire Foy and Matt Smith will take to the stage at the Old Vic to perform a distanced version of Duncan MacMillan's play Lungs.
The Crown stars will reprise their roles as a couple grappling with the dilemmas of the planet in the production, in which they made their Old Vic debuts last year to sell-out crowds.
This time things will be a little different - they'll be performing to an empty auditorium, in front of a virtual audience watching live at home instead.
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Up to 1,000 people - the theatre’s usual audience capacity size - will be able to buy tickets to tune in, priced from £10 to £65.
It's hoped it will help to revive the theatre's decimated box office revenue.
The theatre, which is a registered charity, does not receive a regular public subsidy and artistic director Matthew Warchus has said it is in a perilous position as a result of having to close.
The show forms part of Old Vic: In Camera, which will also include a series of rehearsed play-readings streamed live from the stage with the empty auditorium as a backdrop.
Lungs will be performed over several days in June, with dates to buy tickets announced soon, as well as other performances in the series.
The Government gave the go-ahead for cultural events to happen behind closed doors from June as it announced its road map to recovery.
Julia Fawcett OBE, chief executive of The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre at Salford Quays, said it would be a challenge for cultural organisations to monetise behind-closed-doors broadcasts, however.
"A lot of organisations, including my own, are putting out work digitally that is free, and I think there's a big challenge around the economic model and expectation of what people would be prepared to pay for culture online," she told the M.E.N earlier this month.
"This is all new territory for us. It's not impossible but I would highly doubt that any money structure around digital content will deliver the same kind of experience for audiences and the same financial return for organisations."
Theatres, museums and galleries have not yet been told when they may be able to reopen, but the government road map says leisure facilities 'such as cinemas' will not be able to reopen until July 4 at the earliest.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Galloways bakery is making some changes as it prepares to reopen shops

A beloved Wigan bakery has revealed a number of social distancing measures as it reopens more than half of its shops .
Galloways reopened 15 of its 25 pie shops today ( Wednesday , May 27 ) following the closure of them all during the UK 's coronavirus lockdown .
Among the shops to have reopened are ones in Hindley , Aspull and Standish .
All of the Galloways ' Wigan town centre branches will remain closed - for now .
Bakery bosses have now revealed the measures in place to make sure customers and staff stay safe , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will see arrows and 'bay ' positions on the floor of the pie shops , with customers allowed to in a one-way system as those in front of them do .
The bays are set two metres apart to adhere to social distancing guidelines set out by the government .
Signage can be seen at the entrances saying : 'Please do not cross the floor line .
'Please wait for an empty bay before entry . '
There is also hand sanitiser stations upon entrance , with signs saying : 'Protect yourself and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A spokesperson for Galloways tweeted : `` Final touches today for our return on Wednesday .
The following shops will reopen as of Wednesday , May 27 : Galloways is then set to then reopen four more pie shops across the Wigan borough in Market Place , Tunstall Lane , Pemberton , and Smithy Green .

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A beloved Wigan bakery has revealed a number of social distancing measures as it reopens more than half of its shops.
Galloways reopened 15 of its 25 pie shops today (Wednesday, May 27) following the closure of them all during the UK's coronavirus lockdown.
Among the shops to have reopened are ones in Hindley, Aspull and Standish.
All of the Galloways' Wigan town centre branches will remain closed - for now.
(Image: Galloways)
Bakery bosses have now revealed the measures in place to make sure customers and staff stay safe, with the coronavirus pandemic still ongoing.
Customers will see arrows and 'bay' positions on the floor of the pie shops, with customers allowed to in a one-way system as those in front of them do.
The bays are set two metres apart to adhere to social distancing guidelines set out by the government.
Signage can be seen at the entrances saying: 'Please do not cross the floor line.
(Image: Galloways)
'Two metre minimum distance.
'Please wait for an empty bay before entry.'
There is also hand sanitiser stations upon entrance, with signs saying: 'Protect yourself and others. Sanitise your hands here'.
A spokesperson for Galloways tweeted: "Final touches today for our return on Wednesday.
(Image: Galloways)
The following shops will reopen as of Wednesday, May 27:
City Road, Wigan
Aspull
Billinge
Haydock
Chain Lane, St Helens
Eccleston, St Helens
Ashton
Winstanley, Wigan
Beech Hill, Wigan
Platt Bridge, Wigan
Hindley, Wigan
Eccleston
Standish
Marsh Green, Wigan
Hawkley Hall, Wigan
Galloways is then set to then reopen four more pie shops across the Wigan borough in Market Place, Tunstall Lane, Pemberton, and Smithy Green.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Sky customers will notice a brand new channel from today

Sky are launching a new documentary channel dedicated to the best new and old factual shows .
The new channel will be available from May 27 to Sky customers and NowTV subscribers , with an on-demand library of documentaries .
From sport to culture and current affairs , biographical to historical documentary one-off specials or series there 's plenty to choose from .
A number of confirmed air dates include McMillions on May 27 , which explores the multi-million dollar McDonald 's Monopoly scandal , four-part series on Hillary Clinton on June 5 and Wu-Tang Clan : Of Mics and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the iconic hip-hop group on June 24 .
Other upcoming docs include a 90-minute feature Hawking , about the life of Professor Stephen Hawking .
McQueen : The Lost Movie looking at the career of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen and a special from Oscar-winning filmmakers on the life of Tina Turner .
They 'll all be available on Sky Documentaries channel , on-demand or through NowTV 's Entertainment Pass .
You can sign up for a free seven-day trial and then pay £11.99 per month , go to nowtv.com to find out more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ documentaries on Tiger Woods , Muhammad Ali , Conor McGregor , Kenny Dalglish and Ferrari available to stream in the coming months .
Others include 'Busby ' , tracking the remarkable story the Manchester Utd icon ; 'Kenny ' , which follows footballer and manager Kenny Dalglish throughout his rollercoaster six years in management after the Heysel distaster and '89 ' , a telling of the remarkable end-of-season events at Anfield between Liverpool and Arsenal in the pre-Premier League era .
While many of these will be made available of Sky Documentaries , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sky Sports .
This Sky original , available from June 5 , chronicles one of the greatest comeback stories in sports history .
22 years , 4 back surgeries and a personal battle with mental health after his previous win , Tiger Woods claimed his fifth Masters and 15th major in unprecedented circumstances .
Ali & Cavett : The Tale of the Tapes It was n't just his immense skill in the ring that made Muhammad Ali into the cultural figure he remains today .
This documentary , centred around his frequent and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ demonstrate his captivating charm , wit and playfulness .
Staying on the theme of boxing , Mike Tyson and Frank Bruno is a rivalry that will live long in the memory .
Other boxing features coming to Sky Documentaries that are worthy of mention are 'Ali ' , a film that offers unparalleled access to the self-proclaimed and seldom-argued 'Greatest ' and , for an insight into the modern era , 'Klitschko ' , the tale of two Ukrainian who together took the world by storm .
After beating cancer , cyclist Lance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ De France seven times .
His fight with adversity became an inspiration to millions .
In 2012 , however , the sporting world was stunned when it emerged that Armstrong had been found guilty of doping .
'The Armstrong Lie ' summarises all you need to know on what the USADA 's CEO described at the time as `` the most sophisticated , professionalised and successful doping program that sport has ever seen '' .
Every now and then , an athlete comes along that transcends sport and Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's Fastest Man became an instant legend in the world of sport after his initial jaw-dropping gold medal wins at the 2012 Olympics .
This documentary focuses on his attempt to further cement both his legend and his place in history in Rio 2016 .
Take The Ball Pass The Ball For many , they are considered the greatest club side in football history .
But not only did Barcelona win everything there was to win in the game , they also left an imprint on it like few others .
Pep Guardiola @ @ @ @ @ @ @ generational talents of Xavi , Iniesta and the incomparable Lionel Messi - helped fashion a new style , 'tiki-taka ' , that will forever be remembered .
This documentary is told by those mentioned and more and is already available now On Demand .
Unlike others , this documentary is set out over five parts and offers a comprehensive overviews of one of England 's most controversial and successful cricketers ever .
The story is told by his experts , his ex-teammates and of course the man himself and covers everything you need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life he has lived .
Love him or loathe him , there 's no doubting Conor McGregor 's success as both an MMA fighter and a cultural icon .
Having held belts in two separate UFC divisions , he is rightly regarded as one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters of all time .
This film follows the Irishman with exclusive behind-the-scenes access insight into his meteoric rise .

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Sky are launching a new documentary channel dedicated to the best new and old factual shows.
The new channel will be available from May 27 to Sky customers and NowTV subscribers, with an on-demand library of documentaries.
From sport to culture and current affairs, biographical to historical documentary one-off specials or series there's plenty to choose from.
A number of confirmed air dates include McMillions on May 27, which explores the multi-million dollar McDonald's Monopoly scandal, four-part series on Hillary Clinton on June 5 and Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men a look at the career of the iconic hip-hop group on June 24.
Other upcoming docs include a 90-minute feature Hawking, about the life of Professor Stephen Hawking. McQueen: The Lost Movie looking at the career of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen and a special from Oscar-winning filmmakers on the life of Tina Turner.
They'll all be available on Sky Documentaries channel, on-demand or through NowTV's Entertainment Pass.
You can sign up for a free seven-day trial and then pay £11.99 per month, go to nowtv.com to find out more.
For the sport fans there's documentaries on Tiger Woods, Muhammad Ali, Conor McGregor, Kenny Dalglish and Ferrari available to stream in the coming months.
Others include 'Busby', tracking the remarkable story the Manchester Utd icon; 'Kenny', which follows footballer and manager Kenny Dalglish throughout his rollercoaster six years in management after the Heysel distaster and '89', a telling of the remarkable end-of-season events at Anfield between Liverpool and Arsenal in the pre-Premier League era.
While many of these will be made available of Sky Documentaries, a handful can also be seen through Sky Sports.
The sports options are:
Tiger Woods: Back
This Sky original, available from June 5, chronicles one of the greatest comeback stories in sports history.
22 years, 4 back surgeries and a personal battle with mental health after his previous win, Tiger Woods claimed his fifth Masters and 15th major in unprecedented circumstances.
Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes
It wasn't just his immense skill in the ring that made Muhammad Ali into the cultural figure he remains today.
This documentary, centred around his frequent and unforgettable appearances on the Dick Cavett Show demonstrate his captivating charm, wit and playfulness.
Tyson Bruno
Staying on the theme of boxing, Mike Tyson and Frank Bruno is a rivalry that will live long in the memory.
Other boxing features coming to Sky Documentaries that are worthy of mention are 'Ali', a film that offers unparalleled access to the self-proclaimed and seldom-argued 'Greatest' and, for an insight into the modern era, 'Klitschko', the tale of two Ukrainian who together took the world by storm.
The Armstrong Lie
After beating cancer, cyclist Lance Armstrong went on to win the Tour De France seven times. His fight with adversity became an inspiration to millions.
In 2012, however, the sporting world was stunned when it emerged that Armstrong had been found guilty of doping.
'The Armstrong Lie' summarises all you need to know on what the USADA's CEO described at the time as "the most sophisticated, professionalised and successful doping program that sport has ever seen".
I Am Bolt
Every now and then, an athlete comes along that transcends sport and Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is certainly one of those.
The World's Fastest Man became an instant legend in the world of sport after his initial jaw-dropping gold medal wins at the 2012 Olympics. This documentary focuses on his attempt to further cement both his legend and his place in history in Rio 2016.
Take The Ball Pass The Ball
For many, they are considered the greatest club side in football history. But not only did Barcelona win everything there was to win in the game, they also left an imprint on it like few others.
Pep Guardiola's unique philosophy - combined with the generational talents of Xavi, Iniesta and the incomparable Lionel Messi - helped fashion a new style, 'tiki-taka', that will forever be remembered.
This documentary is told by those mentioned and more and is already available now On Demand.
Kevin Pieterson: Story of a Genius
Unlike others, this documentary is set out over five parts and offers a comprehensive overviews of one of England's most controversial and successful cricketers ever.
The story is told by his experts, his ex-teammates and of course the man himself and covers everything you need to know on the fascinating and eventful life he has lived.
Conor McGregor: Notorious
Love him or loathe him, there's no doubting Conor McGregor's success as both an MMA fighter and a cultural icon.
Having held belts in two separate UFC divisions, he is rightly regarded as one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters of all time.
This film follows the Irishman with exclusive behind-the-scenes access insight into his meteoric rise.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Lidl's sell-out £35 bargain bouncy castle is back

The Playtive Junior Bouncy Castle has been a sell-out in previous years as families flock to get their hands on @ @ @ @ @ With children spending more time at home than ever this summer , it 's likely @ @ @ @ @ when it hits the stores from this Thursday , May 28 .
Part of the @ @ @ @ @ range , it 's £5 dearer than last year , but at £34.99 it 's @ @ @ @ @ price similar products sell for elsewhere .
There are two versions too - the multi-coloured @ @ @ @ @ and green one , or the pink fairy bouncy castle .
Both come with a @ @ @ @ @ to give children other activities as well as bouncing .
There are eight ground spikes @ @ @ @ @ and it comes with a three-year warranty .
It 's recommended for children aged three @ @ @ @ @ 50kg weight limit - that 's more than seven stones .
See more about the @ @ @ @ @ garden toys here .

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Lidl has brought back its popular bargain bouncy castle.
The Playtive Junior Bouncy Castle has been a sell-out in previous years as families flock to get their hands on the budget garden inflatable.
With children spending more time at home than ever this summer, it's likely to be in high demand when it hits the stores from this Thursday, May 28.
(Image: Lidl)
Part of the retailer's Middle of Lidl range, it's £5 dearer than last year, but at £34.99 it's still a fraction of the price similar products sell for elsewhere.
There are two versions too - the multi-coloured red, yellow, blue and green one, or the pink fairy bouncy castle.
(Image: Lidl)
Both come with a basketball hoop and hoopla game to give children other activities as well as bouncing.
There are eight ground spikes to anchor it in place and it comes with a three-year warranty.
It's recommended for children aged three and above and has a 50kg weight limit - that's more than seven stones.
See more about the product and Lidl's other garden toys here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Emily Maitlis praised over Newsnight opener on Dominic Cummings

Newsnight viewers have taken to social media to share their admiration for presenter Emily Maitlis in last night ’ s show opener .
The BBC journalist dedicated the programme largely to talking about the controversy surrounding the Prime Minister ’ s senior advisor Dominic Cummings , who drove 260 miles from London to Durham during April ’ s lockdown .
In a televised press conference with the media on Bank Holiday Monday , Mr Cummings took the opportunity to explain that he embarked on the journey north over childcare concerns in case he and his wife became incapacitated by coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drove to Barnard Castle in Teesside with his four-year-old son and wife on her birthday to test his vision before driving back to the capital .
A day after his public address , where the government aid said he had ‘ no regrets ’ , Emily began the Newsnight episode with : “ Dominic Cummings broke the rules .
The country can see that , and it 's shocked the government can not . ''
She continued : `` He was the man , remember , who always got the public mood , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on those who disagreed .
He should understand that public mood one now : one of fury , contempt and anguish .
`` He made those who struggled to keep to the rules feel like fools , and has allowed many more to assume they can now flout them . ''
Emily then went on to say how Boris Johnson “ has chosen to ignore it ” and that they will discuss this `` blind loyalty '' operating from No.10 .
In response to the show , one Twitter-user posted : “ Emily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ # Newsnight ” Another Twitter-user said the journalist is “ one of the best things about the BBC.
” Others commented on how well she carried out the interviews aside from her opening speech , with one sharing : “ ... expertly taking Andrew Bridgen '' s arguments in defence of Cummings apart piece by piece is so satisfying.
” However , as with the Cummings saga , there are divided opinions .
Other viewers called out the BBC for showing “ bias ” while another said she was going to make a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Emily Maitlis should be ashamed of herself for directly showing bias and spread misleading information .
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Newsnight viewers have taken to social media to share their admiration for presenter Emily Maitlis in last night’s show opener.
The BBC journalist dedicated the programme largely to talking about the controversy surrounding the Prime Minister’s senior advisor Dominic Cummings, who drove 260 miles from London to Durham during April’s lockdown.
In a televised press conference with the media on Bank Holiday Monday, Mr Cummings took the opportunity to explain that he embarked on the journey north over childcare concerns in case he and his wife became incapacitated by coronavirus.
And he also admitted that he drove to Barnard Castle in Teesside with his four-year-old son and wife on her birthday to test his vision before driving back to the capital.
(Image: BBC)
A day after his public address, where the government aid said he had ‘no regrets’, Emily began the Newsnight episode with: “Dominic Cummings broke the rules. The country can see that, and it's shocked the government cannot."
She continued: "He was the man, remember, who always got the public mood, who tagged the lazy label of elite on those who disagreed. He should understand that public mood one now: one of fury, contempt and anguish.
"He made those who struggled to keep to the rules feel like fools, and has allowed many more to assume they can now flout them."
Emily then went on to say how Boris Johnson “has chosen to ignore it” and that they will discuss this "blind loyalty" operating from No.10.
In response to the show, one Twitter-user posted: “Emily @maitlis sums up Cummings perfectly on #Newsnight”
(Image: BBC)
Another Twitter-user said the journalist is “one of the best things about the BBC.”
Others commented on how well she carried out the interviews aside from her opening speech, with one sharing: “...expertly taking Andrew Bridgen''s arguments in defence of Cummings apart piece by piece is so satisfying.”
However, as with the Cummings saga, there are divided opinions. Other viewers called out the BBC for showing “bias” while another said she was going to make a complaint.
One posted: “BBC’s Emily Maitlis should be ashamed of herself for directly showing bias and spread misleading information.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Boots stores are changing how they operate from June

Non-essential shops will be allowed to reopen in the UK from June 15 - on the basis that they adhere to strict government rules .
The new rules also mean that 'essential ' shops which have been operating throughout lockdown will be able to resume their 'non essential ' services - such as make-up counters and beauty aisles .
One of those retailers is Boots , which is preparing to reopen its No7 counter and branded beauty lines to the public .
The high street pharmacy chain has laid out its plans to keep staff and shoppers safe when these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as we know them .
Under the terms , customers will be asked to queue outside stores - with a maximum number of people allowed in at a time .
According to the Mirror , branches will operate a triaging process for different customers ’ needs while dedicated social distancing wardens will patrol stores at all times .
Floor markers will also be in place with one-way routes in selected stores , while more signage will be implemented to help maintain a two-metre distance .
`` A new wave of PPE is rolling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all counters , tills , self-checkouts and areas that have not been recently utilised , '' a spokeswoman said .
There will also be changes to beauty counters with testers and face to face consultations temporarily banned .
Customers will , however , be able to request help via its No7 virtual beauty counter .
The online video consultations will offer 20-minute personalised , one-to-one sessions with beauty advisors for cosmetic and skincare support .
Tracey Clements , at Boots UK , said : `` We ’ ve learnt a great deal over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ measures we are putting in place will allow us to adapt to a radically different retail world .
`` Many of the developments are based on feedback from our colleagues who are looking forward to welcoming back more customers .
Hygiene , social distancing and protection for customers and colleagues continues to be our focus . ''
Boots Opticians and Hearingcare services have also been amended to ensure people have access to the essential care they need .
Clinicians will be providing care by phone and , where necessary , face to face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social distancing place .

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Non-essential shops will be allowed to reopen in the UK from June 15 - on the basis that they adhere to strict government rules.
The new rules also mean that 'essential' shops which have been operating throughout lockdown will be able to resume their 'non essential' services - such as make-up counters and beauty aisles.
One of those retailers is Boots, which is preparing to reopen its No7 counter and branded beauty lines to the public.
The high street pharmacy chain has laid out its plans to keep staff and shoppers safe when these sections reopen, and stores are changing as we know them.
Under the terms, customers will be asked to queue outside stores - with a maximum number of people allowed in at a time.
According to the Mirror, branches will operate a triaging process for different customers’ needs while dedicated social distancing wardens will patrol stores at all times.
Floor markers will also be in place with one-way routes in selected stores, while more signage will be implemented to help maintain a two-metre distance.
"A new wave of PPE is rolling out including additional perspex screens to cover all counters, tills, self-checkouts and areas that have not been recently utilised," a spokeswoman said.
There will also be changes to beauty counters with testers and face to face consultations temporarily banned.
Customers will, however, be able to request help via its No7 virtual beauty counter. The online video consultations will offer 20-minute personalised, one-to-one sessions with beauty advisors for cosmetic and skincare support.
Tracey Clements, at Boots UK, said: "We’ve learnt a great deal over the last eight weeks and the additional measures we are putting in place will allow us to adapt to a radically different retail world.
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"Many of the developments are based on feedback from our colleagues who are looking forward to welcoming back more customers. Hygiene, social distancing and protection for customers and colleagues continues to be our focus."
Boots Opticians and Hearingcare services have also been amended to ensure people have access to the essential care they need.
Clinicians will be providing care by phone and, where necessary, face to face appointments will be offered with the appropriate social distancing place.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Former Man United manager Mourinho agrees with Ed Woodward on transfers

Jose Mourinho believes the transfer market will look significantly different when the window reopens this summer , echoing what Manchester United 's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward recently said .
The football world has been rocked by the coronavirus crisis , with the Premier League suspended since mid-March .
The league hopes to resume in June but there are still a number of issues to overcome and the dates for the summer transfer window are yet to be confirmed , with it likely that the window will be pushed back beyond it 's usual dates .
When the market is open @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mourinho believes fans should not expect to see 'crazy ' amounts of money being thrown about to land new signings .
“ To be honest , I think at this moment it ’ s the last thing we are thinking about .
At the moment at the club , we ’ re not really thinking about it , '' he told Sky Sports ' The Football Show .
`` There are no talks about it because at this moment we think about safety , about following every rule , we ’ re trying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not just about the testing , it is about everything , we ’ re trying to be perfect in the club and we don ’ t think about it .
“ I think it ’ s normal that we ’ re going to have a different market , I don ’ t see the world and especially the football world , ready for some crazy numbers that we are used to having and the crazy investments that some clubs and some leagues are used to doing .
“ The first question after that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
I don ’ t think it will be in July or August , I think it has to go back further than that .
`` But my club , if you ask me what I want , I know it ’ s going to be sensible , it ’ s going to be balanced , it ’ s not going to spend rivers of money and we 're trying to respect the situation not just of football but in the world and society overall.
” United chief Woodward warned fans last month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ usual ' when the window opens .
However , the MEN understands United still intend to press on with their original plans to sign three players this summer , with Jadon Sancho , Jack Grealish and Jude Bellingham all wanted .

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Jose Mourinho believes the transfer market will look significantly different when the window reopens this summer, echoing what Manchester United's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward recently said.
The football world has been rocked by the coronavirus crisis, with the Premier League suspended since mid-March.
The league hopes to resume in June but there are still a number of issues to overcome and the dates for the summer transfer window are yet to be confirmed, with it likely that the window will be pushed back beyond it's usual dates.
When the market is open for business, though, Tottenham boss Mourinho believes fans should not expect to see 'crazy' amounts of money being thrown about to land new signings.
“To be honest, I think at this moment it’s the last thing we are thinking about. At the moment at the club, we’re not really thinking about it," he told Sky Sports' The Football Show.
"There are no talks about it because at this moment we think about safety, about following every rule, we’re trying to be perfect, it’s not just about the testing, it is about everything, we’re trying to be perfect in the club and we don’t think about it.
“I think it’s normal that we’re going to have a different market, I don’t see the world and especially the football world, ready for some crazy numbers that we are used to having and the crazy investments that some clubs and some leagues are used to doing.
“The first question after that is when will be the transfer window? I don’t think it will be in July or August, I think it has to go back further than that.
"But my club, if you ask me what I want, I know it’s going to be sensible, it’s going to be balanced, it’s not going to spend rivers of money and we're trying to respect the situation not just of football but in the world and society overall.”
United chief Woodward warned fans last month that it will not be 'business as usual' when the window opens.
However, the MEN understands United still intend to press on with their original plans to sign three players this summer, with Jadon Sancho, Jack Grealish and Jude Bellingham all wanted.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--McDonald's releases exact date all UK drive-thrus will reopen

After weeks of waiting , McDonald 's fans in the North are finally going to be able to get their fast food fix , as the chain has confirmed when it will reopen all of its branches .
People in the North were left disgruntled when the fast food giant had originally only reopened stores in the South of England - but that is all about to change .
A spokesperson for McDonald 's said : `` We can today announce that by 4 June , 1,020 of our restaurants will have reopened , either for Drive Thru or McDelivery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK and Ireland will reopen between Tuesday and Thursday next week and we will start to expand the availability of McDelivery too . ''
`` This is only possible following the hard work of the teams in our 44 pilot restaurants .
Over the last fortnight , our employees , franchisees and suppliers have worked tirelessly to implement new procedures to enable safe working so that we can now help all parts of the UK and Ireland to enjoy the return of the Big Mac .
`` In the last week , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decision to close Drive Thru lanes where demand has impacted local communities or the safety of our people or customers .
We will continue to work with local authorities and the police as we extend our reopening plans .
With smaller teams , we will still be offering a limited menu over reduced hours , and we ask that you make contactless payments and limit your spend to £25 . ''
To manage anticipated demand , McDonald 's said it will be releasing the locations of the reopening restaurants on the morning of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from June 4 , stores will start reopening at 11am in line with government guidelines and with strict social distancing measures in place .
According to the Mirror , just one order will be allowed per car and purchases will be capped at £25 .
In car parks , dividers will be in place , while security teams will patrol zones to ensure visitors comply with safety laws .
In stores , perspex screens have been fitted while all employees will have to carry out temperature checks on arrival .

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After weeks of waiting, McDonald's fans in the North are finally going to be able to get their fast food fix, as the chain has confirmed when it will reopen all of its branches.
People in the North were left disgruntled when the fast food giant had originally only reopened stores in the South of England - but that is all about to change.
A spokesperson for McDonald's said: "We can today announce that by 4 June, 1,020 of our restaurants will have reopened, either for Drive Thru or McDelivery. This means every Drive Thru in the UK and Ireland will reopen between Tuesday and Thursday next week and we will start to expand the availability of McDelivery too."
"This is only possible following the hard work of the teams in our 44 pilot restaurants. Over the last fortnight, our employees, franchisees and suppliers have worked tirelessly to implement new procedures to enable safe working so that we can now help all parts of the UK and Ireland to enjoy the return of the Big Mac.
"In the last week, on occasion, we have taken the decision to close Drive Thru lanes where demand has impacted local communities or the safety of our people or customers. We will continue to work with local authorities and the police as we extend our reopening plans. With smaller teams, we will still be offering a limited menu over reduced hours, and we ask that you make contactless payments and limit your spend to £25."
To manage anticipated demand, McDonald's said it will be releasing the locations of the reopening restaurants on the morning of each day.
The fast-food giant said from June 4 , stores will start reopening at 11am in line with government guidelines and with strict social distancing measures in place.
According to the Mirror, just one order will be allowed per car and purchases will be capped at £25.
In car parks, dividers will be in place, while security teams will patrol zones to ensure visitors comply with safety laws.
In stores, perspex screens have been fitted while all employees will have to carry out temperature checks on arrival.
Watch this space!


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Matondo lifts lid on Sane advice after realising he had to leave City

It was a tough decision for Rabbi Matondo when he received an offer to move to FC Schalke on January transfer deadline day last year .
The Welsh winger had impressed for the youth team at Manchester City all season and was expected to soon make his senior debut having been selected by Pep Guardiola for the pre-season tour in 2018 .
With many first-team stars away on World Cup duty City turned to Matondo as part of the makeshift squad , and it was an opportunity which changed his life forever .
City fans had been left outraged by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from their squad in Russia that summer , and while Joachim Löw paid the price with a group stage exit it was Matondo who benefited when he struck up a close friendship with the first-team star .
Sane was one of the many talented players ahead of Matondo in the first team at City , who despite shining at youth level throughout his spell at the CFA never made a first-team appearance .
Even though Matondo did n't feature on the pre-season tour the 19-year-old often trained with the first team and had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City 's Under-21 side during his final half season in Manchester , that is when Schalke came calling .
Cardiff-born Matondo had already made his senior debut for the Welsh national side under Ryan Giggs , and understandably felt he deserved a chance to prove himself with meaningful minutes in the first team .
It was a tough decision to make , but after speaking with those closest to him the opportunity to emulate close friend Jadon Sancho and move to Germany was one he could n't resist .
`` I mean obviously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when I did leave I felt I was in good form in terms of what I was doing for the youth team , '' Matondo told MEN Sport .
`` I thought I was probably in the top three youngsters but knew I had world class players in front of me in Sane , ( Raheem ) Sterling , ( Riyad ) Mahrez and Bernardo ( Silva ) so the path to breaking through looked very difficult and I had to make a decision .
`` I went on the pre-season tour to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with top players and understanding the way Pep works makes you want more opportunities to be involved .
`` Obviously if I had got the opportunity at City then unbelievable , but I felt I already had my mind made up that it might be better to move .
I thought it might be the right time to leave and I think it has been good for me . ''
Part of Guardiola 's immense success at City is down to his huge respect for domestic cup competitions , and while it means @ @ @ @ @ @ @ final every season , the strong squad selections often suffocate first-team opportunities for promising youngsters at the club .
It 's something Matondo knows all too well about but he was keen to make a name for himself abroad .
`` Obviously the goal was to make it at City and the time I spent there really improved me as a player , playing in the UEFA Youth league was a massive highlight but there comes a time in every player ’ s career you have to decide what ’ s best for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' he added .
Matondo 's £11.3m move to Schalke , the highest fee ever paid for a player yet to make their senior debut , was finalised on deadline day last year as he left his close knit friends and family to embark on an adventure in the Bundesliga .
The winger 's reward has been senior football with a platform to attract interest from Manchester United ahead of the summer window , and Matondo thinks his maturity has been key in his transformation .
He added : `` I am more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my family , even though I 've moved away before it was n't the same .
I have never lived abroad , so this was a totally different experience for me and the club helped me a lot settling in , playing men 's football and adapting to the league was a big step up , your playing against superstars in packed stadiums every week .
`` I know there is a lot more to come from so I am working hard to improve both on the pitch and away from the club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I am happy in Germany , I 'm happy with the way I 'm getting treated .
Now it is just down to me to produce on the pitch . ''
Matondo left City on good terms last year , fully edcuated in the intense style of play which they require , and he was highly regarded among senior pros at the Etihad .
Sane remains a good friend , and the former Schalke winger was there to help the youngster when he moved to the Arena AufSchalke .
The Wales @ @ @ @ @ @ @ did move , that 's when we did speak and he gave me advice on how to go about things , the culture and stuff like that .
`` I knew a lot about Schalke , obviously at City there was Leroy Sane who came from Schalke and I knew Matija Nastasic who played at City .
I remember them from the Champions League , and watching one game where they played against Real Madrid .
I knew of Schalke , and obviously playing FIFA a lot you know the teams .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Focus has been amplified on Matondo as the German Bundesliga became the first major football league in Europe to resume earlier in the month , and it is a spotlight the 19-year-old is relishing ahead of next summer .
Matondo had hoped to be representing Wales in the European Championship later this year , and while the postponement is disappointing , he acknowledges the year delay could benefit him with an enhanced role to play next summer .
He continued : `` It is a negative for everyone that the Euros are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now because the team had momentum .
But I feel it might help us a bit .
We 're young , we have another year to improve and kick on .
`` Obviously for a player like David Brooks he was injured for the whole season , and now he is back fit now he has got the whole year to get ready for the Euros .
I look forward to next year and hopefully I can kick on and play every game now rather than just now and then .
I have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be more of a starter than a squad player . ''

It was a tough decision for Rabbi Matondo when he received an offer to move to FC Schalke on January transfer deadline day last year.
The Welsh winger had impressed for the youth team at Manchester City all season and was expected to soon make his senior debut having been selected by Pep Guardiola for the pre-season tour in 2018.
With many first-team stars away on World Cup duty City turned to Matondo as part of the makeshift squad, and it was an opportunity which changed his life forever.
City fans had been left outraged by Germany's decision to snub Leroy Sane from their squad in Russia that summer, and while Joachim Löw paid the price with a group stage exit it was Matondo who benefited when he struck up a close friendship with the first-team star.
Sane was one of the many talented players ahead of Matondo in the first team at City, who despite shining at youth level throughout his spell at the CFA never made a first-team appearance. Even though Matondo didn't feature on the pre-season tour the 19-year-old often trained with the first team and had netted six goals in 11 appearances for City's Under-21 side during his final half season in Manchester, that is when Schalke came calling.
Cardiff-born Matondo had already made his senior debut for the Welsh national side under Ryan Giggs, and understandably felt he deserved a chance to prove himself with meaningful minutes in the first team. It was a tough decision to make, but after speaking with those closest to him the opportunity to emulate close friend Jadon Sancho and move to Germany was one he couldn't resist.
"I mean obviously I believe in myself and that season when I did leave I felt I was in good form in terms of what I was doing for the youth team," Matondo told MEN Sport.
"I thought I was probably in the top three youngsters but knew I had world class players in front of me in Sane, (Raheem) Sterling, (Riyad) Mahrez and Bernardo (Silva) so the path to breaking through looked very difficult and I had to make a decision.
"I went on the pre-season tour to the USA which was an amazing experience with top players and understanding the way Pep works makes you want more opportunities to be involved.
"Obviously if I had got the opportunity at City then unbelievable, but I felt I already had my mind made up that it might be better to move. I thought it might be the right time to leave and I think it has been good for me."
Part of Guardiola's immense success at City is down to his huge respect for domestic cup competitions, and while it means supporters can rightfully dream of a Wembley final every season, the strong squad selections often suffocate first-team opportunities for promising youngsters at the club.
It's something Matondo knows all too well about but he was keen to make a name for himself abroad.
"Obviously the goal was to make it at City and the time I spent there really improved me as a player, playing in the UEFA Youth league was a massive highlight but there comes a time in every player’s career you have to decide what’s best for you in terms of playing first-team," he added.
Matondo's £11.3m move to Schalke, the highest fee ever paid for a player yet to make their senior debut, was finalised on deadline day last year as he left his close knit friends and family to embark on an adventure in the Bundesliga.
The winger's reward has been senior football with a platform to attract interest from Manchester United ahead of the summer window, and Matondo thinks his maturity has been key in his transformation.
He added: "I am more mature. I have moved away without my family, even though I've moved away before it wasn't the same. I have never lived abroad, so this was a totally different experience for me and the club helped me a lot settling in, playing men's football and adapting to the league was a big step up, your playing against superstars in packed stadiums every week.
"I know there is a lot more to come from so I am working hard to improve both on the pitch and away from the club with my own chef and personal trainer.
"I am happy in Germany, I'm happy with the way I'm getting treated. Now it is just down to me to produce on the pitch."
Matondo left City on good terms last year, fully edcuated in the intense style of play which they require, and he was highly regarded among senior pros at the Etihad. Sane remains a good friend, and the former Schalke winger was there to help the youngster when he moved to the Arena AufSchalke.
The Wales international continued: "When I actually did move, that's when we did speak and he gave me advice on how to go about things, the culture and stuff like that.
"I knew a lot about Schalke, obviously at City there was Leroy Sane who came from Schalke and I knew Matija Nastasic who played at City. I remember them from the Champions League, and watching one game where they played against Real Madrid. I knew of Schalke, and obviously playing FIFA a lot you know the teams. I knew they were a big club."
Focus has been amplified on Matondo as the German Bundesliga became the first major football league in Europe to resume earlier in the month, and it is a spotlight the 19-year-old is relishing ahead of next summer.
Matondo had hoped to be representing Wales in the European Championship later this year, and while the postponement is disappointing, he acknowledges the year delay could benefit him with an enhanced role to play next summer.
He continued: "It is a negative for everyone that the Euros are postponed, we want to play it now because the team had momentum. But I feel it might help us a bit. We're young, we have another year to improve and kick on.
"Obviously for a player like David Brooks he was injured for the whole season, and now he is back fit now he has got the whole year to get ready for the Euros. I look forward to next year and hopefully I can kick on and play every game now rather than just now and then. I have to give my all, and hopefully be more of a starter than a squad player."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--UK lockdown fines for childcare-related travel WON'T be reviewed

It is a question that Health Secretary Matt Hancock promised to give full answer in writing about at the UK 's daily press briefing yesterday when quizzed by a vicar from Brighton .
The Reverend Martin Poole asked Mr Hancock : `` Will the government review all penalty fines imposed on families travelling for childcare purposes during lockdown ?
” The question followed the revelations of the Prime Minister 's most senior aide Dominic Cummings ' controversial 260-mile trip to Durham from London in March when he and his wife were ill during the height of the coronavirus pandemic .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ trip or to resign despite mounting unease and criticism from Conservative backbench MPs as Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended him .
But Housing , Local Government and Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick poured cold water on the suggestion of a review in an interview this morning .
He told the BBC there will `` not be a review '' of UK lockdown fines for childcare-related travel .
He told BBC Breakfast : “ No , there isn ’ t going to be a formal review .
It ’ s for the police to decide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ They have the guidance that we ’ ve provided and the national police chiefs have provided their own guidance , which does give officers a degree of discretion to use their common sense , reflecting the fact that all of our circumstances are different and families , in particular , face particular challenges .
“ They are encouraging their officers to engage in the first instance , to explain and to resort to fines only where absolutely necessary and in most cases that is what ’ s happened.
” Mr Jenrick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t break the guidelines , the police haven ’ t chosen , as far as I ’ m aware , to impose a fine upon him , and so I think we have to leave it there.
” Speaking to BBC 's Radio 4 Today programme , the Rev Martin Poole said : “ I took him ( Mr Hancock ) at his word that he would go away and have some discussions and that was really nice to hear .
`` It ’ s a little disappointing to hear afterwards that they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bit . ''
He added : “ What I want is honesty from government all the time and if their response is they can ’ t review things or they don ’ t want to , I accept that they ’ ll say that .
“ But I do feel that if there are people with children , who have been fined for doing that , then they ’ ll want some sort of recourse.
” Asked if he knew of any families who had been fined , he replied : “ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but I know plenty of people where both parents ( are ) sick with small children and have deliberately stayed in because that ’ s what they understood the rules to say .
“ And I think , more widely , there ’ s just that feeling that there ’ s a different set of rules for those in leadership than there are for the rest of us.
” Latest figures available from the National Police Chiefs ’ Council show a total of 14,244 fixed penalty notices ( FPNs ) were recorded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and May 11 , for breaches of the Health Protection Regulations .
It is not known how many , if any , fines have been handed to families travelling for childcare purposes .
At a briefing at the end of April , Hampshire Deputy Chief Constable Sara Glen said the “ vast majority ” had been handed to people out in public spaces without a reasonable excuse who had ignored officers ’ instructions .

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It is a question that Health Secretary Matt Hancock promised to give full answer in writing about at the UK's daily press briefing yesterday when quizzed by a vicar from Brighton.
The Reverend Martin Poole asked Mr Hancock: "Will the government review all penalty fines imposed on families travelling for childcare purposes during lockdown?”
The question followed the revelations of the Prime Minister's most senior aide Dominic Cummings' controversial 260-mile trip to Durham from London in March when he and his wife were ill during the height of the coronavirus pandemic.
He has refused to apologise over the trip or to resign despite mounting unease and criticism from Conservative backbench MPs as Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended him.
But Housing, Local Government and Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick poured cold water on the suggestion of a review in an interview this morning.
He told the BBC there will "not be a review" of UK lockdown fines for childcare-related travel.
He told BBC Breakfast: “No, there isn’t going to be a formal review. It’s for the police to decide whether to impose fines under the law.
“They have the guidance that we’ve provided and the national police chiefs have provided their own guidance, which does give officers a degree of discretion to use their common sense, reflecting the fact that all of our circumstances are different and families, in particular, face particular challenges.
“They are encouraging their officers to engage in the first instance, to explain and to resort to fines only where absolutely necessary and in most cases that is what’s happened.”
Mr Jenrick added: “Dominic Cummings didn’t break the guidelines, the police haven’t chosen, as far as I’m aware, to impose a fine upon him, and so I think we have to leave it there.”
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Speaking to BBC's Radio 4 Today programme, the Rev Martin Poole said: “I took him (Mr Hancock) at his word that he would go away and have some discussions and that was really nice to hear.
"It’s a little disappointing to hear afterwards that they’ve rowed back on that a bit."
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He added: “What I want is honesty from government all the time and if their response is they can’t review things or they don’t want to, I accept that they’ll say that.
“But I do feel that if there are people with children, who have been fined for doing that, then they’ll want some sort of recourse.”
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Asked if he knew of any families who had been fined, he replied: “I don’t know anyone who has, but I know plenty of people where both parents (are) sick with small children and have deliberately stayed in because that’s what they understood the rules to say.
“And I think, more widely, there’s just that feeling that there’s a different set of rules for those in leadership than there are for the rest of us.”
Latest figures available from the National Police Chiefs’ Council show a total of 14,244 fixed penalty notices (FPNs) were recorded by forces in England between March 27 and May 11, for breaches of the Health Protection Regulations.
It is not known how many, if any, fines have been handed to families travelling for childcare purposes.
At a briefing at the end of April, Hampshire Deputy Chief Constable Sara Glen said the “vast majority” had been handed to people out in public spaces without a reasonable excuse who had ignored officers’ instructions.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Solskjaer explains what Man United have learnt ahead of restart

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has admitted that Manchester United 's coaches and players have been following the restart of the Bundesliga intently over the past week or two .
German football has led the way in Europe in terms of returning to action , albeit behind closed doors , after leagues across the continent were suspended in March due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Premier League clubs are currently locked in discussions about how to follow suit , with United now back in training ahead of a proposed June restart .
And Solskjaer told United 's official website that he 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as dissecting his side 's own performances from earlier in the season .
He believes football can happen behind closed doors in England , as it has in Germany .
“ We ’ ve been watching what ’ s been happening in Germany , ” said the United boss .
“ For us to follow their template , it ’ s important they can show everyone the way .
It ’ s been great watching some live football , not just the old classics .
We ’ ve been spending @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There ’ s no doubt that football is a bit different with no fans .
There ’ s that extra edge with the fans that you ’ re not going to replicate .
Football is for the fans but we want to play football and fans can watch on telly at least , if we can get to the next stage .
Hopefully we can.
” United will have watched Jadon Sancho 's performances for Borussia Dortmund with particular interest , as the winger is among their top transfer targets for the summer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushed back and games to be played at Old Trafford behind closed doors , Solskjaer admitted it has been a strange feeling over the past week or two .
He wants his players to create their own atmosphere when they get back onto the pitch .
“ It ’ s going to be difficult , ” added Solskjaer .
“ But we played against LASK just before lockdown and they played fantastically well .
That must play in the boys ’ head .
We ’ re capable of playing without an atmosphere .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ it yourself as well , within the team . ''

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has admitted that Manchester United's coaches and players have been following the restart of the Bundesliga intently over the past week or two.
German football has led the way in Europe in terms of returning to action, albeit behind closed doors, after leagues across the continent were suspended in March due to the coronavirus pandemic. Premier League clubs are currently locked in discussions about how to follow suit, with United now back in training ahead of a proposed June restart.
And Solskjaer told United's official website that he's gleaning a lot from the Bundesliga games, as well as dissecting his side's own performances from earlier in the season. He believes football can happen behind closed doors in England, as it has in Germany.
“We’ve been watching what’s been happening in Germany,” said the United boss.
“For us to follow their template, it’s important they can show everyone the way. It’s been great watching some live football, not just the old classics. We’ve been spending hours analysing our own games.
"There’s no doubt that football is a bit different with no fans. There’s that extra edge with the fans that you’re not going to replicate. Football is for the fans but we want to play football and fans can watch on telly at least, if we can get to the next stage. Hopefully we can.”
United will have watched Jadon Sancho's performances for Borussia Dortmund with particular interest, as the winger is among their top transfer targets for the summer.
With the window likely to be pushed back and games to be played at Old Trafford behind closed doors, Solskjaer admitted it has been a strange feeling over the past week or two. He wants his players to create their own atmosphere when they get back onto the pitch.
“It’s going to be difficult,” added Solskjaer. “But we played against LASK just before lockdown and they played fantastically well. That must play in the boys’ head. We’re capable of playing without an atmosphere.
"You’ve got to create it yourself as well, within the team."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Aaron Wan-Bissaka coach makes prediction about Man United player

Aaron Wan-Bissaka can become the complete full-back at Manchester United thanks to his unique approach to defending .
That is the view of Colin Omogbehin , the coach who discovered Wan-Bissaka in South London and honed the player 's skills in the Crystal Palace academy .
Wan-Bissaka is now known as a fierce full-back who puts defending before anything else , but that was n't always the case .
Omogbehin , who signed the United star aged seven for his grassroots London club Junior Elite , has explained how Wan-Bissaka grew up as a centre-forward and won countless awards for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to right-wing and then to right-back where the 22-year-old now is now revered worldwide .
Omogbehin is now an Under-23s coach at Fulham but told MEN Sport exclusively about his work with a young Wan-Bissaka .
`` You would have put your house on him progressing as an attacking player and having a career in the game , '' says Omogbehin .
`` But instead he 's ended up being a fantastic right-back and with his one versus one defending .
In terms of that , I 've not seen a player like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's that attacking ability that is coming to the fore again , with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer keen to see more forward contributions from Wan-Bissaka at Old Trafford again .
Omogbehin adds : `` I think Manchester United have been doing a fantastic job in getting that out of him .
`` Before the virus you started to see him get a lot more in the final third , getting crosses in , going past people - something he can bring to the table .
`` But ultimately he 's a defender and he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fantastic at that , he 's world class at one v one defending .
`` I think he can be the complete full-back .
The expectation from Manchester United full backs from the past is always to go and join in the final third when they 're attacking , so he will suit the style that Manchester United want and expect from their full-backs .
`` So yes over the next few years I think he can develop into the complete full-back . ''
Wan-Bissaka has been arguably United 's most consistent player @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Old Trafford .
He 's vindicated the £45million transfer fee that Solskjaer sanctioned to bring him in from Crystal Palace , slotting straight into the back four and pushing for an England spot .
And Omogbehin believes there is n't much between Wan-Bissaka and Liverpool 's Trent Alexander-Arnold .
`` He 's definitely in and around in , he 's been unfortunate after being named in two squads but pulling out through injury , '' he adds .
`` For me , him and Trent Alexander-Arnold are the two best full-backs in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should definitely be a part of the national squad in my opinion .
`` In terms of being the No.1 , it will be tough , as Alexander-Arnold is doing great things for Liverpool .
His assist rate is fantastic , but Aaron is a little bit different because he stops people , he stops crosses coming in , he can intercept and get tight to people .
He 's on point with that .
And in terms of attacking , he 's getting better .
`` But there 's room in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England have got two fantastic prospects . ''

Aaron Wan-Bissaka can become the complete full-back at Manchester United thanks to his unique approach to defending.
That is the view of Colin Omogbehin, the coach who discovered Wan-Bissaka in South London and honed the player's skills in the Crystal Palace academy.
Wan-Bissaka is now known as a fierce full-back who puts defending before anything else, but that wasn't always the case.
Omogbehin, who signed the United star aged seven for his grassroots London club Junior Elite, has explained how Wan-Bissaka grew up as a centre-forward and won countless awards for his goal-scoring before changing positions - first to right-wing and then to right-back where the 22-year-old now is now revered worldwide.
Omogbehin is now an Under-23s coach at Fulham but told MEN Sport exclusively about his work with a young Wan-Bissaka.
"You would have put your house on him progressing as an attacking player and having a career in the game," says Omogbehin.
"But instead he's ended up being a fantastic right-back and with his one versus one defending. In terms of that, I've not seen a player like this for many years."
It's that attacking ability that is coming to the fore again, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer keen to see more forward contributions from Wan-Bissaka at Old Trafford again.
Omogbehin adds: "I think Manchester United have been doing a fantastic job in getting that out of him.
"Before the virus you started to see him get a lot more in the final third, getting crosses in, going past people - something he can bring to the table.
"But ultimately he's a defender and he'll defend first. And he's fantastic at that, he's world class at one v one defending.
"I think he can be the complete full-back. The expectation from Manchester United full backs from the past is always to go and join in the final third when they're attacking, so he will suit the style that Manchester United want and expect from their full-backs.
"So yes over the next few years I think he can develop into the complete full-back."
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Wan-Bissaka has been arguably United's most consistent player in an up and down season at Old Trafford. He's vindicated the £45million transfer fee that Solskjaer sanctioned to bring him in from Crystal Palace, slotting straight into the back four and pushing for an England spot.
And Omogbehin believes there isn't much between Wan-Bissaka and Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold.
"He's definitely in and around in, he's been unfortunate after being named in two squads but pulling out through injury," he adds.
"For me, him and Trent Alexander-Arnold are the two best full-backs in the country for different reasons. Therefore Aaron should definitely be a part of the national squad in my opinion.
"In terms of being the No.1, it will be tough, as Alexander-Arnold is doing great things for Liverpool. His assist rate is fantastic, but Aaron is a little bit different because he stops people, he stops crosses coming in, he can intercept and get tight to people. He's on point with that. And in terms of attacking, he's getting better.
"But there's room in the squad for the pair of them. England have got two fantastic prospects."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-27--Man City morning headlines as Blues 'identify Leroy Sane replacement'

City will target Bayer Leverkusen star Leon Bailey if Leroy Sane departs for Bayern Munich this summer , according to the Daily Mail .
Sane is out of contract next year and with an extension no closer to being agreed , City will be wary of risking losing the German winger for nothing in a little over 12 months .
Bayern ’ s and the knee injury he suffered in the Community Shield victory over Liverpool at the start of the season scuppered a possible move last summer .
After back-to-back Premier League titles and records aplenty , it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to achieve a three-peat .
And Liverpool ’ s spectacular form will likely ensure Guardiola and his side do not claim a third consecutive top-flight title when football in England resumes .
Injuries have proven costly for City this season , as have issues with consistency , even within games .
These are problems that need to be addressed this summer , but there are other steps that must be taken .
On the field , Guardiola has work to do .
Off it , the City hierarchy must get their transfer business @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of good fortune , something which City have often lacked this term .
Here , we detail the three steps City must take if they are to topple Liverpool next term .
Newcastle United have reportedly opened talks with City over a prospective deal for centre-back John Stones .
According to Italian journalist , initial discussions have been instigated by the Magpies , who are in the midst of a £300m Saudi Arabia-funded takeover .
If that is completed , the Telegraph say Rafael Benitez could be brought back to St James ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England international Stones to his defence and Chelsea ’ s Ross Barkley to his attack .
Stones has struggled with injury this season and has made only 14 starts for City .

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City identify Sane replacement - report
City will target Bayer Leverkusen star Leon Bailey if Leroy Sane departs for Bayern Munich this summer, according to the Daily Mail .
Sane is out of contract next year and with an extension no closer to being agreed, City will be wary of risking losing the German winger for nothing in a little over 12 months.
Bayern’s interest in Sane is long standing and the knee injury he suffered in the Community Shield victory over Liverpool at the start of the season scuppered a possible move last summer.
Opinion: How City can topple Liverpool
After back-to-back Premier League titles and records aplenty, it was never going to be easy for City to achieve a three-peat.
And Liverpool’s spectacular form will likely ensure Guardiola and his side do not claim a third consecutive top-flight title when football in England resumes.
Injuries have proven costly for City this season, as have issues with consistency, even within games. These are problems that need to be addressed this summer, but there are other steps that must be taken.
On the field, Guardiola has work to do. Off it, the City hierarchy must get their transfer business right. Then there is the element of good fortune, something which City have often lacked this term.
Here, we detail the three steps City must take if they are to topple Liverpool next term.
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Newcastle open Stones talks - report
Newcastle United have reportedly opened talks with City over a prospective deal for centre-back John Stones.
According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira , initial discussions have been instigated by the Magpies, who are in the midst of a £300m Saudi Arabia-funded takeover.
If that is completed, the Telegraph say Rafael Benitez could be brought back to St James’ Park and he is keen to add England international Stones to his defence and Chelsea’s Ross Barkley to his attack.
Stones has struggled with injury this season and has made only 14 starts for City.