themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--The heartbreaking story behind couple who won £260,000 home on Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway

Last night , Saturday Night Takeaway viewers were brought to tears when one incredible couple were given a £260,000 house live on air .
Simon and Petra Williams run a charity to support grieving families - something they set up after tragically losing their own little girl three years ago .
According to Chronicle Live , the pair thought they were in London to record a documentary about charities when they were invited to join the audience for the first episode of the new Takeaway series .
Their charity , Darcey ’ s Dream , is named after their daughter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sudden Infant Death Syndrome ( SIDS ) .
Petra leads the charity side while Simon supports the family as a delivery driver .
It was this dedication to helping others that saw their friend Nikki Pinchen nominate them for a life-changing prize , which singled them out as deserving winners of a £260,000 three-bedroom Bellway house on the Moorfields estate , near Newcastle 's Gosforth Park , where Ant and Dec recently had been secretly filming .
Dec said : `` We know the family relies on your overtime , Simon , as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and as a result you ’ ve never been able to go on loads of luxurious holidays or own your own home .
That is , until tonight.
” Ant added : “ You see , Petra and Simon , that brand new house - the house your kids are outside right now - that house now belongs to you .
And here are the keys.
” The couple , clearly emotional , described the news as `` fantastic '' and Petra said : `` I ’ m very rarely speechless , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The semi-detached home , which also boasts three bathrooms , is said to be the biggest prize ever to be given away on the Saturday Night Takeaway to a single family and it is the result of almost a year of planning involving Ant and Dec and the producers of the entertainment show , who approached Bellway ’ s directors to take part .
Dec added on the show : `` Last summer we spoke to Bellway and they said that if you come up and help us build a home , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on your show - as long as you can find a family who really deserve it.
” And , with Petra and Simon about to be shown a first glimpse and video tour of the new property and garden , he said .
`` It ’ s there , you haven ’ t seen it yet – would you like to have a look around your new Bellway home ?
” Ant joked : `` You ’ ve also got a garden for you and the kids to enjoy those really hot Geordie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's mam on screen with their daughters Emelia-Paige , aged five ; three-year-old Layla-Grace - who was Darcey-Leigh 's twin - and son Bailey , two .
It was Emelia-Paige , who was nearly two at the time of her sister 's death , who inspired Petra 's charity work when she told her grief-stricken mother : `` Mummy , nobody cares about me and I miss Darcey too . ''
The words hit home and Petra then set up Darcey ’ s Dream - My Family and Siblings Matter which offers practical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days out , support groups and a 24-hour helpline - to siblings who have lost loved ones .
Emelia-Paige also helps by carrying out lots of fund-raising work .
Jason Honeyman , chief executive officer for Bellway , said : `` The opportunity to work with Saturday Night Takeaway and to help a family who have done so much for others was something we were keen to embrace . ''
He added : `` Significant efforts were required to preserve the mystery until the broadcast and it was rewarding to see the family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

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Last night, Saturday Night Takeaway viewers were brought to tears when one incredible couple were given a £260,000 house live on air.
Simon and Petra Williams run a charity to support grieving families - something they set up after tragically losing their own little girl three years ago.
According to Chronicle Live, the pair thought they were in London to record a documentary about charities when they were invited to join the audience for the first episode of the new Takeaway series.
Their charity, Darcey’s Dream, is named after their daughter Darcey-Leighm who died three years ago from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Petra leads the charity side while Simon supports the family as a delivery driver.
It was this dedication to helping others that saw their friend Nikki Pinchen nominate them for a life-changing prize, which singled them out as deserving winners of a £260,000 three-bedroom Bellway house on the Moorfields estate, near Newcastle's Gosforth Park, where Ant and Dec recently had been secretly filming.
Dec said: "We know the family relies on your overtime, Simon, as a delivery driver to make ends meet and as a result you’ve never been able to go on loads of luxurious holidays or own your own home. That is, until tonight.”
Ant added: “You see, Petra and Simon, that brand new house - the house your kids are outside right now - that house now belongs to you. And here are the keys.”
The couple, clearly emotional, described the news as "fantastic" and Petra said: "I’m very rarely speechless, but I am to be fair!"
The semi-detached home, which also boasts three bathrooms, is said to be the biggest prize ever to be given away on the Saturday Night Takeaway to a single family and it is the result of almost a year of planning involving Ant and Dec and the producers of the entertainment show, who approached Bellway’s directors to take part.
Dec added on the show: "Last summer we spoke to Bellway and they said that if you come up and help us build a home, we’ll let you give it away on your show - as long as you can find a family who really deserve it.”
And, with Petra and Simon about to be shown a first glimpse and video tour of the new property and garden, he said. "It’s there, you haven’t seen it yet – would you like to have a look around your new Bellway home?”
Ant joked: "You’ve also got a garden for you and the kids to enjoy those really hot Geordie summers!"
The couple saw Petra's mam on screen with their daughters Emelia-Paige, aged five; three-year-old Layla-Grace - who was Darcey-Leigh's twin - and son Bailey, two.
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It was Emelia-Paige, who was nearly two at the time of her sister's death, who inspired Petra's charity work when she told her grief-stricken mother: "Mummy, nobody cares about me and I miss Darcey too."
The words hit home and Petra then set up Darcey’s Dream - My Family and Siblings Matter which offers practical and emotional support - including counselling, days out, support groups and a 24-hour helpline - to siblings who have lost loved ones. Emelia-Paige also helps by carrying out lots of fund-raising work.
Jason Honeyman, chief executive officer for Bellway, said: "The opportunity to work with Saturday Night Takeaway and to help a family who have done so much for others was something we were keen to embrace."
He added: "Significant efforts were required to preserve the mystery until the broadcast and it was rewarding to see the family’s reactions to this life-changing prize.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Boy, 13, in police chase after taking friend's parents' car for a ride

A 13-year-old boy ended up being chased by police after taking his friend 's parents ' car out for a @ @ @ @ @ the car through Atherton in the early hours of Sunday morning .
Moments earlier , @ @ @ @ @ that the white Mercedes had been stolen .
After a short chase , they managed @ @ @ @ @ But they were shocked to discover a 13-year-old was behind the wheel , while the @ @ @ @ @ in the passenger seat .
Both were arrested and are taken into custody .
GMP @ @ @ @ @ `` Merc reported as stolen just moments earlier was recovered following short pursuit with # @ @ @ @ @ .
`` To our shock the driver was a 13yr friend of owners 14yr daughter @ @ @ @ @ it out at 4am for a `` ride '' !
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A 13-year-old boy ended up being chased by police after taking his friend's parents' car out for a ride.
Traffic officers chased the car through Atherton in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Moments earlier, they had received a report that the white Mercedes had been stolen.
After a short chase, they managed to stop the vehicle.
But they were shocked to discover a 13-year-old was behind the wheel, while the owners' 14-year-old daughter was in the passenger seat.
Both were arrested and are taken into custody.
GMP's traffic account tweeted: "Merc reported as stolen just moments earlier was recovered following short pursuit with #GMPSCIU #traffic through Atherton.
"To our shock the driver was a 13yr friend of owners 14yr daughter both of whom had taken it out at 4am for a "ride"!! Both are 'nowincustody"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--The man who left school at 16 and now earns £3,000 a week thanks to his obsession with cleanliness

A man who left school at 16 now earns thousands of pounds a week thanks to his obsession with cleanliness .
Liam Maguire , 30 , launched his own valeting business , Urban Valet , three years ago .
He can now earn up to £2,800 per job for cleaning , polishing and waxing a car , the Liverpool Echo reports .
Liam is doubling his turnover year-on-year whilst working with some of the most luxurious cars in the business , including a McLaren 720S for a client in Manchester .
But as the entrepreneur from Rainhill explains , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ windows .
He said the service reflected personal standards of cleanliness but is also about 'doing it safely to ensure no excess contact or damage is caused to the car , while at the same time using high grade products to ensure the best finish ' .
`` Everyday car washes can cause scratches and damage '' , Liam said .
`` I ’ m the guy you call to fix what they ’ ve caused and also promise you serious satisfaction . ''
Liam worked his way up the ladder before launching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left school at 16 and started working as a 'rag hand ' for a company in St Helens .
By the age of 19 , he became valeting bay manager and was in charge of people twice his age with double the years in experience , he said .
`` My boss kindly helped me with a van and then became Urban Valets .
`` I still to this day have a great relationship with my old boss and I also maintain his cars . ''
The gamble paid off and Liam is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ works with some of the most luxurious cars in the business .
Liam said : `` My services range from £40 up to thousands .
`` My highest paid job was £2,800 and it took me a week solid .
`` That was on a McLaren 720S in Manchester for a client who deals in Bitcoin and banking .
`` As for my high profile clients , I never aimed for such football players as my business aim is to impress people who know about cars .
`` I mean that in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ m the best at my job . ''
Liam 's first high profile client was the Red Bull drift masters racers , which then caught the attention of serious-level insurance brokers and multi-business owners who own supercars such as McLarens , Lamborghinis and Ferraris .
He then worked on the most expensive supercar that 's in the UK currently , a McLaren Senna .
The car with upgrades cost about £1.2million .
Liam said this was his 'greatest achievement ' .
`` I ’ m the only detailer to ever touch one of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The owner is from Dubai and personally requested me and another valeter to meet at the Birmingham NEC autosport car show and work on this vehicle .
`` I also recently completed a week-long detail down in Essex on a rare show spec 1986 BMW E28 535i which has to be perfect as it is attending a show in Austria in May .
`` I was down in Essex all expenses paid for a week for this , which means a lot to little old me from Merseyside . ''
Liam @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'nerve-racking ' but says that he 'thrives ' upon the moment and sees it as his 'time to shine ' .
He added said : `` I know I ’ m good , I believe in myself and every multi-millionaire I ’ ve ever met has been that impressed they 've sat and gave me advice and wisdom .
`` Something money can ’ t buy I suppose , so that ’ s what I enjoy most about my job . ''
With his reputation growing , Liam 's Instagram also rocketed and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his Urban Valet page .
He said he 'shined a light on a boring industry ' and made it fun .
`` I simplified everything so people could be involved ...
I shared tips and hints on my Instagram posts and also allowed people to see me and my personality '' , Liam said .
`` I get people stopping me when shopping and eating out and shouting 'hey it ’ s urban valets ' .
`` My van is so distinctive I drive around Liverpool and people flash and wave at me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Instagram here .

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A man who left school at 16 now earns thousands of pounds a week thanks to his obsession with cleanliness.
Liam Maguire, 30, launched his own valeting business, Urban Valet, three years ago.
He can now earn up to £2,800 per job for cleaning, polishing and waxing a car, the Liverpool Echo reports.
Liam is doubling his turnover year-on-year whilst working with some of the most luxurious cars in the business, including a McLaren 720S for a client in Manchester.
But as the entrepreneur from Rainhill explains, it's more than just washing a few windows.
He said the service reflected personal standards of cleanliness but is also about 'doing it safely to ensure no excess contact or damage is caused to the car, while at the same time using high grade products to ensure the best finish'.
(Image: Handout)
"Everyday car washes can cause scratches and damage", Liam said.
"I’m the guy you call to fix what they’ve caused and also promise you serious satisfaction."
Liam worked his way up the ladder before launching his business, Urban Valet.
He left school at 16 and started working as a 'rag hand' for a company in St Helens.
By the age of 19, he became valeting bay manager and was in charge of people twice his age with double the years in experience, he said.
"I was unfortunately made redundant", Liam added.
"My boss kindly helped me with a van and then became Urban Valets.
"I still to this day have a great relationship with my old boss and I also maintain his cars."
The gamble paid off and Liam is now doubling his turnover year-on-year.
(Image: Handout)
He works with some of the most luxurious cars in the business.
Liam said: "My services range from £40 up to thousands.
"My highest paid job was £2,800 and it took me a week solid.
"That was on a McLaren 720S in Manchester for a client who deals in Bitcoin and banking.
"As for my high profile clients, I never aimed for such football players as my business aim is to impress people who know about cars.
"I mean that in a respect in which to prove I’m the best at my job."
Liam's first high profile client was the Red Bull drift masters racers, which then caught the attention of serious-level insurance brokers and multi-business owners who own supercars such as McLarens, Lamborghinis and Ferraris.
He then worked on the most expensive supercar that's in the UK currently, a McLaren Senna.
The car with upgrades cost about £1.2million.
Liam said this was his 'greatest achievement'.
(Image: Handout)
"I’m the only detailer to ever touch one of these rare vehicles", he added.
"The owner is from Dubai and personally requested me and another valeter to meet at the Birmingham NEC autosport car show and work on this vehicle.
"I also recently completed a week-long detail down in Essex on a rare show spec 1986 BMW E28 535i which has to be perfect as it is attending a show in Austria in May.
"I was down in Essex all expenses paid for a week for this, which means a lot to little old me from Merseyside."
Liam admits working with these high-level clients is 'nerve-racking' but says that he 'thrives' upon the moment and sees it as his 'time to shine'.
He added said: "I know I’m good, I believe in myself and every multi-millionaire I’ve ever met has been that impressed they've sat and gave me advice and wisdom.
"Something money can’t buy I suppose, so that’s what I enjoy most about my job."
With his reputation growing, Liam's Instagram also rocketed and he now has over 7,000 people following his Urban Valet page.
He said he 'shined a light on a boring industry' and made it fun.
"I simplified everything so people could be involved...I shared tips and hints on my Instagram posts and also allowed people to see me and my personality", Liam said.
"I get people stopping me when shopping and eating out and shouting 'hey it’s urban valets'.
"My van is so distinctive I drive around Liverpool and people flash and wave at me."
You can follow Liam on Instagram here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Real Madrid suffer major injury blow ahead of Man City Champions League game

Eden Hazard will miss Real Madrid 's Champions League clash against Manchester City on Wednesday after limping off during their defeat to Levante on Saturday .
The Belgian joined Madrid in the summer from Chelsea but has missed the majority of the season with an ankle issue .
In just his second game since returning from a three month absence , Hazard limped off in the 67th minute to be replaced by Vinicius Junior .
Speaking after the game , Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane confirmed that the winger had suffered another injury to the same ankle area .
He said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ knock to the same area where he suffered his last injury and it does not look good . ''
Madrid have confirmed that Hazard suffered a fractured ankle and will continue to be assessed during his recovery meaning he will definitely miss the clash against City .
Former Tottenham winger Gareth Bale could also be unavailable after missing the game against Levante through illness .
The defeat to Levante was Madrid 's first league loss since mid-October and comes at the worst possible time , with Barcelona next up after the City fixture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the top of La Liga just a few weeks ago but will now enter the game two points behind their rivals .
Club captain Sergio Ramos said the Spanish side must improve .
`` We 're annoyed , '' the defender said .
`` The most decisive moment is arriving and we have to turn the page .
`` We were leaders and now we 're second .
`` Any mistake can leave you without a trophy .
`` Then again , there were lots of things surrounding this game ... '' But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ referee and not VAR . ''

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Eden Hazard will miss Real Madrid's Champions League clash against Manchester City on Wednesday after limping off during their defeat to Levante on Saturday.
The Belgian joined Madrid in the summer from Chelsea but has missed the majority of the season with an ankle issue.
In just his second game since returning from a three month absence, Hazard limped off in the 67th minute to be replaced by Vinicius Junior.
Speaking after the game, Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane confirmed that the winger had suffered another injury to the same ankle area.
He said: "I think it's a knock to the same area where he suffered his last injury and it does not look good."
Madrid have confirmed that Hazard suffered a fractured ankle and will continue to be assessed during his recovery meaning he will definitely miss the clash against City.
Former Tottenham winger Gareth Bale could also be unavailable after missing the game against Levante through illness.
The defeat to Levante was Madrid's first league loss since mid-October and comes at the worst possible time, with Barcelona next up after the City fixture.
Madrid held a commanding lead at the top of La Liga just a few weeks ago but will now enter the game two points behind their rivals.
Club captain Sergio Ramos said the Spanish side must improve.
"We're annoyed," the defender said."The most decisive moment is arriving and we have to turn the page.
"We were leaders and now we're second.
"Any mistake can leave you without a trophy.
"Then again, there were lots of things surrounding this game...
"But we lost this game, not the referee and not VAR."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sets Odion Ighalo challenge ahead of Manchester United vs Watford

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping Odion Ighalo can net his first Manchester United goal when he faces former side Watford in the Premier League this weekend .
United host Nigel Pearson 's side at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon knowing another win will see them move up to fifth place in the division .
It is set to be a special day for January arrival Ighalo who could make his home debut this weekend .
The Nigerian scored 16 goals in 55 Premier League appearances for Watford .
The 30-year-old would love to net a dream goal at Old Trafford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be at their best to beat Watford having lost to them in December .
The Hornets won in style at Vicarage Road two months ago but Solskjaer believes Ighalo has what it takes to add to the attacking style of play he is hoping to implement this weekend .
`` It will be a special day for him and hopefully he can add to that goal tally in the Premier League but against them , '' Solskjaer told MUTV .
“ Nigel [ Pearson ] has done fantastic with them , of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we shouldn ’ t have let that happen .
We had chances ourselves and we gave easy goals away so we need to get back to playing proper football , attacking football .
`` That game was too slow , so hopefully we can get at them and be on the front foot and press them , and also with the ball be more decisive with our passing and play through them , around them and get crosses in , and put pressure on them .
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping Odion Ighalo can net his first Manchester United goal when he faces former side Watford in the Premier League this weekend.
United host Nigel Pearson's side at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon knowing another win will see them move up to fifth place in the division.
It is set to be a special day for January arrival Ighalo who could make his home debut this weekend. The Nigerian scored 16 goals in 55 Premier League appearances for Watford.
The 30-year-old would love to net a dream goal at Old Trafford but Solskjaer knows his side will need to be at their best to beat Watford having lost to them in December.
The Hornets won in style at Vicarage Road two months ago but Solskjaer believes Ighalo has what it takes to add to the attacking style of play he is hoping to implement this weekend.
"It will be a special day for him and hopefully he can add to that goal tally in the Premier League but against them," Solskjaer told MUTV.
“Nigel [Pearson] has done fantastic with them, of course we were the start of that and we shouldn’t have let that happen. We had chances ourselves and we gave easy goals away so we need to get back to playing proper football, attacking football.
"That game was too slow, so hopefully we can get at them and be on the front foot and press them, and also with the ball be more decisive with our passing and play through them, around them and get crosses in, and put pressure on them.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Investigation launched after shots fired at a car in Salford

An investigation has been launched after reports shots were fired at a car in Salford .
Police rushed to the scene following the incident on Willows Road on Saturday night .
The road was cordoned off at the junction with Weaste Lane .
Photos from the scene showed officers in hazmat suits examining evidence and taking pictures from within the cordon .
Police officers were also pictured patrolling the area .
A police van was parked within the cordon .
No arrests have been made .
A GMP spokesman said : `` Shortly before 8.25pm on Saturday , February 23 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shots had been fired at a car on Weaste Lane in Salford .
`` Officers attended but the offenders had fled the scene prior to police arrival .
`` There are no reported injuries .
`` Officers found evidence that shots had been fired on Willows Road and a cordon was put in place whilst enquiries were carried out at the scene .
`` No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing . ''
Anyone with any information is asked to call police on 0161 856 4592 or 101 quoting incident number @ @ @ @ @

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An investigation has been launched after reports shots were fired at a car in Salford.
Police rushed to the scene following the incident on Willows Road on Saturday night.
The road was cordoned off at the junction with Weaste Lane.
Photos from the scene showed officers in hazmat suits examining evidence and taking pictures from within the cordon.
Police officers were also pictured patrolling the area.
A police van was parked within the cordon.
(Image: ASP)
No arrests have been made.
Residents reported hearing loud bangs before finding police 'everywhere'.
A GMP spokesman said: "Shortly before 8.25pm on Saturday, February 23, police were called to reports that shots had been fired at a car on Weaste Lane in Salford.
"Officers attended but the offenders had fled the scene prior to police arrival.
"There are no reported injuries.
(Image: ASP)
"Officers found evidence that shots had been fired on Willows Road and a cordon was put in place whilst enquiries were carried out at the scene.
"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."
Anyone with any information is asked to call police on 0161 856 4592 or 101 quoting incident number 2943 of February 22.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Coronavirus puts South Korea on highest alert, while 79 cases are confirmed in Italy

South Korea 's president has put the country on its highest alert for infectious diseases , and said officials should take `` unprecedented , powerful '' steps to fight the viral outbreak .
President Moon Jae-in said the Covid-19 outbreak has reached a `` crucial watershed '' and that the `` next few days will be a very important critical moment '' .
He made the comments at the start of a government meeting as authorities reported 123 more cases on Sunday , raising the total to 556 with five deaths .
Earlier , the Korea Centres for Disease Control @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 123 new cases came from the fourth-largest city of Daegu and surrounding areas .
Centres chief Jeong Eun-kyeong told reporters that 309 of the country 's 556 patients have been confirmed to have links to a branch of the local Shincheonji church in Daegu , which has become the biggest cluster of viral infections .
She said 534 of the 556 patients have been placed under isolation and that tests were under way on 6,039 other people .
Daegu 's first case on February 18 was a church member with no recent record @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attended church services and visited other places before being diagnosed with the disease , but they still believe it unlikely that the woman set off the chain of infections .
Daegu mayor Kwon Yong-jin said there are concerns that the number of those infected in the city could see yet another massive increase because authorities were launching intensive examinations of church members with virus-related symptoms .
Central Daegu was mostly deserted with shelves at some supermarkets and stores empty .
Meanwhile in Italy authorities said the number of people infected with the coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ emerging cluster of cases in the country 's north .
The first to fall ill in northern Italy met with someone who had returned from China on January 21 without presenting any symptoms of the new virus .
Italy now has 79 confirmed cases - the most in Europe by a significant margin .

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South Korea's president has put the country on its highest alert for infectious diseases, and said officials should take "unprecedented, powerful" steps to fight the viral outbreak.
President Moon Jae-in said the Covid-19 outbreak has reached a "crucial watershed" and that the "next few days will be a very important critical moment".
He made the comments at the start of a government meeting as authorities reported 123 more cases on Sunday, raising the total to 556 with five deaths.
Earlier, the Korea Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said that 113 of the 123 new cases came from the fourth-largest city of Daegu and surrounding areas.
(Image: AP)
Centres chief Jeong Eun-kyeong told reporters that 309 of the country's 556 patients have been confirmed to have links to a branch of the local Shincheonji church in Daegu, which has become the biggest cluster of viral infections.
She said 534 of the 556 patients have been placed under isolation and that tests were under way on 6,039 other people.
Daegu's first case on February 18 was a church member with no recent record of overseas travel. Officials said she attended church services and visited other places before being diagnosed with the disease, but they still believe it unlikely that the woman set off the chain of infections.
Daegu mayor Kwon Yong-jin said there are concerns that the number of those infected in the city could see yet another massive increase because authorities were launching intensive examinations of church members with virus-related symptoms.
Central Daegu was mostly deserted with shelves at some supermarkets and stores empty.
Meanwhile in Italy authorities said the number of people infected with the coronavirus has more than quadrupled due to an emerging cluster of cases in the country's north.
The first to fall ill in northern Italy met with someone who had returned from China on January 21 without presenting any symptoms of the new virus.
Italy now has 79 confirmed cases - the most in Europe by a significant margin.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Saturday Night Takeaway fans point out Dec's awkward live TV presenting slip-up

Last night saw family-favourite show Ant and Dec 's Saturday Night Takeaway return to our screens , and it certainly did n't disappoint .
Viewers across the country were over the moon with the show 's comeback , and for once , Twitter was an absolute joy to look at - with many people praising Ant and Dec 's brilliant comeback .
However , as live television is n't without its slip-ups , fans were in stitches after , they noticed Dec making an awkward mistake , and took to Twitter to point it out .
While wrapping up the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` See you next Saturday for I ’ m A Celebrity '' instead of `` for Saturday Night Takeaway . ''
`` Can I just point out that @ antanddec Dec you said I 'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here not Saturday Night Takeaway , '' pointed out one Twitter user .
Another said : `` Am I the only one who noticed that Dec said “ See you next Saturday for I ’ m A Celebrity ” ? ''
`` @ antanddec Guys you made my Saturday night !
So @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back on our screens # saturdaynighttakeaway .
Ps did Dec make a mistake saying “ we ’ ll be back next Saturday with I ’ m a Celebrity ” , '' laughed somebody else .
A fourth viewer tweeted : `` DID DEC REALLY SAY `` SEE YOU NEXT WEEK ON I 'M A CELEB '' I 'M CRYING . ''
To be fair , when you host more television shows than you can literally shake a stick at , can you really blame the bloke ?
Saturday Night Takeaway returns to ITV @ @ @ @ @

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Last night saw family-favourite show Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway return to our screens, and it certainly didn't disappoint.
Viewers across the country were over the moon with the show's comeback, and for once, Twitter was an absolute joy to look at - with many people praising Ant and Dec's brilliant comeback.
However, as live television isn't without its slip-ups, fans were in stitches after ,they noticed Dec making an awkward mistake, and took to Twitter to point it out.
While wrapping up the show, Dec somehow managed to say "See you next Saturday for I’m A Celebrity" instead of "for Saturday Night Takeaway."
Oops.
"Can I just point out that @antanddec Dec you said I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here not Saturday Night Takeaway," pointed out one Twitter user.
Another said: "Am I the only one who noticed that Dec said “See you next Saturday for I’m A Celebrity”?"
"@antanddec Guys you made my Saturday night! So many laughs! Great to have you back on our screens #saturdaynighttakeaway. Ps did Dec make a mistake saying “we’ll be back next Saturday with I’m a Celebrity”," laughed somebody else.
A fourth viewer tweeted: "DID DEC REALLY SAY "SEE YOU NEXT WEEK ON I'M A CELEB" I'M CRYING."
To be fair, when you host more television shows than you can literally shake a stick at, can you really blame the bloke?
Saturday Night Takeaway returns to ITV next Saturday at 7pm.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Manchester United squad vs Watford revealed as Scott McTominay returns

Scott McTominay could make his return from injury after he was named in the Manchester United squad for their Premier League fixture with Watford on Sunday .
McTominay , 23 , has been sidelined since Boxing Day with knee ligament damage but arrived with teammates at their pre-match base at The Lowry Hotel on Saturday night .
`` I think he might be in the squad , '' United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said on Thursday .
`` He had a rest day today , so let 's see how he is tomorrow .
Mason 's been ill .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ type [ McTominay ] is .
`` He 's a physical specimen .
He 's a leader , he never shirks a tackle and he brings everyone with him .
He can sit with Nemanja [ Matic ] or Fred , or he can be one of the runners in midfield .
`` We 're talking about that today , that we do n't have that many runs past the striker .
He used to be a striker before , so he 's used to being in the box . ''
Mason Greenwood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chong and Angel Gomes have returned to the senior squad following their appearance in an Under-19 friendly against Club Brugge on Thursday .
Axel Tuanzebe , Timothy Fosu-Mensah , and Paul Pogba are still unavailable against 19th-placed Watford , who beat United 2-0 on December 22 at Vicarage Road .
United forward Jesse Lingard squandered a presentable chance with the scoreline goalless at Watford two months ago in a game that David de Gea dropped a clanger and Aaron Wan-Bissaka gifted Watford a penalty .
`` That was a very disappointing game , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've won that one .
We gifted them their two goals and had chances to put away ourselves .
`` But you ca n't win games if you do n't take your chances . ''
Anthony Martial has notched two goals in two games this week against Chelsea and Club Brugge and is now three off his season best tally of 2015-16 , despite being sidelined for eight weeks of the campaign with a groin injury .
The 24-year-old regained the number nine shirt in the summer , having lost it to Zlatan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 goals in 27 starts as the United centre forward .
Only Ibrahimovic and Romelu Lukaku have managed more than 20 goals in a single season for United since Robin van Persie in 2012-13 .
`` And let 's get Marcus [ Rashford ] back on the pitch , '' Solskjaer began .
`` Yeah , I think Anthony can step up , get a few more and get to the 20 mark , definitely .
He 's got quality , of course , he 's a very good finisher .
He takes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's good technique in his finishing .
He 's good at receiving the ball at times and dropping off .
He can play almost like a false nine as well .
Sometimes I 'd like him to be stronger physically . ''
Martial scored with an uncharacteristic header at Stamford Bridge at the start of the week and Solskjaer suggested the Frenchman had developed unnatural skills as a number nine .
`` A 1980s centre forward goal [ at Chelsea ] !
Yeah , definitely , I 'm encouraged by his attitude this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those things that are not natural for him .
`` You 've got to make him a number nine again after playing wide for so many years .
Marcus and Anthony have played wide for a few years until the last 12 months really . ''
Martial was substituted in the 67th minute against Club Brugge for Odion Ighalo , who is unlikely to start against his former club .
`` Everyone says that when they score against their old team but there are also many games where you do n't score against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Odion is getting more and more minutes .
`` It depends a little bit on Mason as well , of course , and how Anthony is . ''

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Scott McTominay could make his return from injury after he was named in the Manchester United squad for their Premier League fixture with Watford on Sunday.
McTominay, 23, has been sidelined since Boxing Day with knee ligament damage but arrived with teammates at their pre-match base at The Lowry Hotel on Saturday night.
"I think he might be in the squad," United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said on Thursday. "He had a rest day today, so let's see how he is tomorrow. Mason's been ill. I'm not surprised because that's the type [McTominay] is.
"He's a physical specimen. He's a leader, he never shirks a tackle and he brings everyone with him. He can sit with Nemanja [Matic] or Fred, or he can be one of the runners in midfield.
"We're talking about that today, that we don't have that many runs past the striker. He used to be a striker before, so he's used to being in the box."
(Image: Eamonn and James Clarke)
Mason Greenwood has recovered from illness, and Tahith Chong and Angel Gomes have returned to the senior squad following their appearance in an Under-19 friendly against Club Brugge on Thursday. Axel Tuanzebe, Timothy Fosu-Mensah, and Paul Pogba are still unavailable against 19th-placed Watford, who beat United 2-0 on December 22 at Vicarage Road.
United forward Jesse Lingard squandered a presentable chance with the scoreline goalless at Watford two months ago in a game that David de Gea dropped a clanger and Aaron Wan-Bissaka gifted Watford a penalty.
(Image: Eamonn and James Clarke)
"That was a very disappointing game," Solskjaer acknowledged. "We should've won that one. We gifted them their two goals and had chances to put away ourselves.
"But you can't win games if you don't take your chances."
Anthony Martial has notched two goals in two games this week against Chelsea and Club Brugge and is now three off his season best tally of 2015-16, despite being sidelined for eight weeks of the campaign with a groin injury.
The 24-year-old regained the number nine shirt in the summer, having lost it to Zlatan Ibrahimovic in 2016, and has tallied 14 goals in 27 starts as the United centre forward. Only Ibrahimovic and Romelu Lukaku have managed more than 20 goals in a single season for United since Robin van Persie in 2012-13.
(Image: Eamonn and James Clarke)
"And let's get Marcus [Rashford] back on the pitch," Solskjaer began. "Yeah, I think Anthony can step up, get a few more and get to the 20 mark, definitely. He's got quality, of course, he's a very good finisher. He takes his chances really well.
"There's good technique in his finishing. He's good at receiving the ball at times and dropping off. He can play almost like a false nine as well. Sometimes I'd like him to be stronger physically."
(Image: Eamonn and James Clarke)
Martial scored with an uncharacteristic header at Stamford Bridge at the start of the week and Solskjaer suggested the Frenchman had developed unnatural skills as a number nine.
"A 1980s centre forward goal [at Chelsea]! Yeah, definitely, I'm encouraged by his attitude this season as well; wanting to do those things that are not natural for him.
"You've got to make him a number nine again after playing wide for so many years. Marcus and Anthony have played wide for a few years until the last 12 months really."
Manchester United squad vs Watford:
Martial was substituted in the 67th minute against Club Brugge for Odion Ighalo, who is unlikely to start against his former club. "Everyone says that when they score against their old team but there are also many games where you don't score against your old team," Solskjaer opined. "Odion is getting more and more minutes.
"It depends a little bit on Mason as well, of course, and how Anthony is."
Confirmed United squad members
David de Gea, Sergio Romero, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Eric Bailly, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Brandon Williams, Luke Shaw, Scott McTominay, Fred, Nemanja Matic, Angel Gomes, Juan Mata, Tahith Chong, Daniel James, Bruno Fernandes, Mason Greenwood, Odion Ighalo, Anthony Martial


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Review: The Script at Manchester Arena

Review: The Script at Manchester Arena

Award-winning Irish pop rock band , The Script , treated Manchester to a sensational show last night on the third stop of their 2020 European arena tour , in support of their latest number one album , Sunsets and Full Moons .
The band - consisting of frontman Danny O'Donoghue , guitarist and co-songwriter , Mark Sheehan , and drummer , Glen Power - demonstrated why , 13 years after their formation , they remain a popular , enduring force in the music scene .
Opening the show , Worcestershire-born singer-songwriter and The Voice UK contestant , the bubbly Becky @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got the audience well and truly energized for the night .
Stars shimmering , moons hovering high , and fans buzzing with anticipation and excitement , The Script bounced onto stage , and immediately launched into the first tune of the night , Something Unreal , setting the tone of the night - an amazing experience lay in wait .
With a humongous screen in the back , illustrating a mix of beautiful , colourful visuals of space and water , a portfolio of favourites from six incredible albums followed , moving seamlessly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the band responded to the crowd 's wonderful reception with a huge `` thank you ! ''
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After a cheeky comment about the terrible British weather lately , the band launched into Rain , which was accompanied by more than a few open umbrellas in the crowd !
Famed for their audience interaction , the group did not disappoint , going well above the call of duty , as Danny and Mark not only ran from one side to stage to the other , continuously , but also traversed into the crowd @ @ @ @ @ @ @ selfie stick in hand .
In a completely bonkers , but totally awesome , moment , Danny took the phone of a willing fan - thanks Paula !
- and belted Nothing through the grapevine to the fan 's stunned ex - who surprisingly did not hang up for the duration of the track !
And then , in his mischievous , 'cheeky chappie ' manner , frontman Danny ended the call - and song - with a simple , and delicious , `` Payback , mwah '' .
The Script were certainly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ source material , adlibbing and mixing up the melodies at various moments - really showcasing their musical talents and vocals , most notably with Glen 's drumming solo during No Man Is An Island .
In a beautiful segment , the band set up shop in amongst the crowd to perform the heartfelt Run Through Walls , after dedicating it to their fans , who , they declared , have helped the three piece through their toughest times , on and off stage .
Taking it `` back to basics '' , The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ certainly the highlight of the show .
One of the most loved tracks on The Script 's discography , it was wholeheartedly enjoyed by the entire arena , evident by the unabashed chorus of voices .
Deservedly , the performance culminated with rapturous applause and cheers for almost an entire minute , bringing the band - particularly Danny - close to tears , commenting : `` Though this is the ( only ) third night in , it feels like the last - this is incredible .
What a feeling .
I 'll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with me . ''
The encore perfectly wrapped up , what was , an amazing night , with heartfelt performances of The Last Time and the classic , much-adored Breakeven - highlighting the best of the band ’ s ability to balance raw emotion , relatability and energy .
And in a move that was only fitting , For The First Time brought the concert to a close , rewinding time back to the beginning of the band 's journey .
In spite of The Script ’ s long career and reputation as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ catalogue of albums and live shows under their belt - the experience felt as fresh , intimate and exciting as if we were truly “ meeting for the first time ” .
The Script are honestly a joy to witness live , emotionally connecting to and rewarding the audience that , they know and wholeheartedly acknowledge , has allowed them to continue performing on the stage that they so clearly love being on .

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Award-winning Irish pop rock band, The Script, treated Manchester to a sensational show last night on the third stop of their 2020 European arena tour, in support of their latest number one album, Sunsets and Full Moons.
The band - consisting of frontman Danny O'Donoghue, guitarist and co-songwriter, Mark Sheehan, and drummer, Glen Power - demonstrated why, 13 years after their formation, they remain a popular, enduring force in the music scene.
Opening the show, Worcestershire-born singer-songwriter and The Voice UK contestant, the bubbly Becky Hill was delightful to watch, and got the audience well and truly energized for the night.
Stars shimmering, moons hovering high, and fans buzzing with anticipation and excitement, The Script bounced onto stage, and immediately launched into the first tune of the night, Something Unreal, setting the tone of the night - an amazing experience lay in wait.
With a humongous screen in the back, illustrating a mix of beautiful, colourful visuals of space and water, a portfolio of favourites from six incredible albums followed, moving seamlessly from Superheroes to Talk You Down before the band responded to the crowd's wonderful reception with a huge "thank you!".
After a cheeky comment about the horrible British weather lately, the band launched into Rain, which was accompanied, aptly yet unplanned, by more than a few of the crowd's open umbrellas!
Famed for their audience interaction, the group did not disappoint, going well above the call of duty, as Danny and Mark not only ran from one side of the stage to the other, often, but also traversed into the crowd, with an infectious energy, and selfie stick in hand.
In a completely bonkers, but totally awesome, moment, Danny took the phone of a willing fan - thanks Paula! - and belted Nothing through the grapevine to the fan's stunned ex - who surprisingly did not hang up for the duration of the track! And then, in his mischievous, 'cheeky chappie' manner, frontman Danny ended the call - and song - with a simple, and delicious, "Payback, mwah".
(Image: Stephen Farrell)
The Script were certainly not afraid to take liberties with their source material, adlibbing and mixing up the melodies at various moments - really showcasing their vocals and musical talents, most notably with Glen's drumming solo during No Man Is An Island.
In a beautiful segment, the band set up shop in amongst the crowd to perform the heartfelt Run Through Walls, and Never Seen Anything Quite Like You, after dedicating them to their fans, who, they declared, have helped the three-piece through their toughest times, on and off stage.
Taking it "back to basics", The Man Who Can't Be Moved was certainly the highlight of the show. One of the most loved tracks on The Script's discography, it was wholeheartedly enjoyed by the entire arena, evident by the unabashed chorus of voices. Deservedly, the performance culminated with rapturous applause and cheers for almost an entire minute, bringing the band - particularly Danny - close to tears, commenting: "Though this is the (only) third night in, it feels like the last - this is incredible. What a feeling. I'll be taking this one to the grave with me."
The encore perfectly wrapped up, what was, an amazing night, with beautiful, soulful performances of The Last Time and the classic, much-adored Breakeven - highlighting the best of the band’s ability to balance raw emotion, relatability and energy. And in a move that was only fitting, For The First Time brought the concert to a close, rewinding time back to the beginning of the band's journey.
In spite of The Script’s long career and reputation as well seasoned artists - with an incredible catalogue of albums and live shows under their belt - the experience felt as fresh and exciting as if we were truly “meeting for the first time”.
The Script are honestly a joy to witness live, emotionally connecting to and rewarding the audience that, they know and wholeheartedly acknowledge, has allowed them to continue performing on the stage that they so clearly love being on.
Setlist:
Something Unreal
Superheroes
Talk You Down
If You Don't Love Yourself
Rain
Good Ol' Days and Jump Around mashup
Nothing
If You Could See Me Now
No Man Is An Island
Run Through Walls
Never Seen Anything "Quite Like You"
Science & Faith
The Man Who Can't Be Moved
Millionaires
Hot Summer Nights
Six Degrees of Separation
Hall of Fame
Encore:
The Last Time
Breakeven
For The First Time
Verdict: 5/5


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Manchester United v Watford LIVE score and goal updates

Manchester United will be looking to return to winning ways when they host Watford in the Premier League fixture on @ @ @ @ @ Solskjaer 's side begun the week with a fine win away at Chelsea on Monday @ @ @ @ @ count for nothing unless they secure another three points today .
United currently occupy seventh @ @ @ @ @ know a win today will see them leapfrog both Sheffield United and Tottenham into fifth @ @ @ @ @ six of their Premier League home games against Watford , in fact The Hornets have @ @ @ @ @ match at Old Trafford in 12 attempts .
In terms of early team news , @ @ @ @ @ full debut this afternoon while Scott McTominay is back in the provisional squad following a @ @ @ @ @ with us for all the match coverage LIVE from Old Trafford .

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Manchester United moved up to fifth in the Premier League with a comfortable 3-0 win against Watford on Sunday afternoon.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side begun the week with a fine win away at Chelsea on Monday night and closed the gap to just three points with a fine win this weekend.
Bruno Fernandes netted his first goal for the club from the penalty spot, while Anthony Martial scored an outrageous second after the break. Mason Greenwood netted a third late on as Scott McTominay made his long-awaited return from injury.
"This is what I want to do and what I need to do," Fernandes told BBC Sport after the win. "Everyone knows we want to get into the Champions League places. I am here to help the team conquer this place and keep winning games."
Stick with us for all the match analysis and reaction from Old Trafford.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--The secret life of the Curry Mile's stray cats

Rusholme is perhaps best known for the array of curry houses and takeaways closely packed together on a section of Wilmslow Road .
The south Manchester neighbourhood is one of the city ’ s most diverse areas , with a multicultural mix of families living in its rows of red brick houses .
But hidden in plain sight there ’ s another family in town that even the most eagle-eyed of you may have overlooked .
If you walk around the maze of streets off the city centre ’ s main artery you may come across members of Rusholme ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cat colony with attitude .
If you ever thought that Top Cat was just a children ’ s cartoon , this clowder of cats is out to prove otherwise .
But unlike their animated counterparts , it ’ s not all fun and japes for the stray cats of Rusholme - it can be a harsh world out there .
Not only are they more susceptible to infections , such as Feline Immunodeficiency Virus ( FIV ) , strays are also more likely to be involved in road accidents - especially unneutered male @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looking for a female mate .
Thankfully for the Curry Mile Kitties , they are not alone in the big wide world .
Suzanne Crump , who lives in neighbouring Moss Side , is one of the volunteers who looks after the colony .
They have created a safe space for the cats to call home when they ’ re not roaming the streets , and regularly offer them extra food , as well as carrying out an all important neutering programme .
Some of the cats are fairly tame and comfortable with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feral and can not be handled or approached - so the volunteers have to be extra careful not to spook them .
Teacher Suzanne , 31 , said : “ The majority were born on the street , so they are classic ferals .
“ There are a few that we have been able to rehome , but the majority have been born and bred on the Curry Mile so they are proper street cats - just like on Top Cat.
” The cats ‘ live ’ in an undisclosed location in Rusholme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ streets like regular alley cats .
Suzanne said : “ The cats live in boxes stacked on top of each other .
It ’ s like a cat apartment complex .
They ’ re packed with straw - it ’ s really cosy .
They love their home .
“ They still prowl around like they own the place - which they do , of course .
Plus there is no problem with rodents in the area because the cats sort that out straight away.
” While the cats are living the life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t always the case .
The colony was first found almost six years ago by local resident Sonia Wilson following a shocking and gruesome discovery on the Curry Mile .
A council worker found a single black bin bag containing severed animal heads close to Walmer Street East and Basil Street , off Wilmslow Road in Rusholme , in August 2014 .
Suzanne said : “ When the cat heads incident happened Sonia was mortified and felt that something clearly needed to be done for the stray cats in the area .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were discovered and found a load of kittens hanging around , so she took them home and looked after them .
“ To keep her friends and family up to date with what was happening with them she created the Facebook page , and it ’ s grown from there .
“ I got involved four years ago when I saw a post on the Chorlton Facebook group from Sonia asking if anyone could help her feed cats , and I said yes .
“ On the page people can donate towards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vet bills , the cost of neutering and food .
Plus they get to see videos of the cats playing and messing about.
” The volunteers work hard to make sure they do not interfere too much with the cats ’ day-to-day lives - they just make sure they are safe , well , and well fed .
The team gets help from the Cats Protection , which offers them a discounted rate for their trap , neuter and return programme , and Yew Tree Vets in Withington deals with their health check-ups @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bit the typical mis-matched tribe of alley cats - just like their cartoon equivalents TC , Fancy-Fancy , Spook , Benny the Ball , Brain , and Choo Choo .
Headed up by matriarch One Eye , named due to her missing organ , she keeps the rest of the motley crew in check .
Suzanne said : “ Twenty five cats are regular visitors , plus the ones that dip in and out when they want to .
They interact really well together .
They always rub up against each other and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the queen , is called One Eye .
The rest of them don ’ t step out of line with her - they wouldn ’ t dare .
They all get on because she makes them get on .
“ She gets all over Rusholme .
She is really bolshy but affectionate with humans .
She always follows you around because she wants to know what ’ s going on .
She is very inquisitive .
“ She always eats first and bops any cat on the head if they try and push @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wants to join the colony has to go through her first.
” Also making up the Curry Mile Kitties is Big Fluff , the beautiful black ball of fur who is the oldest member at aged six .
Elsewhere there is another black and white moggie called Pedro , and Big Fluff ’ s brother Button , who has a striking resemblance to the superhero Batman .
The Curry Mile Kitties even have their own Facebook page which was set up to offer local residents and supporters the chance to follow the cats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bit manic but it ’ s got to a manageable stage now , the cats all live in a place together where they can come and go as they please , ” said Suzanne .
“ They have a feeding station and shelters so they have cover and can hide away when they want to and there is a lot of shrubbery and a huge brick wall perimeter so they are safe from dangers .
“ We regularly post videos and photos to the Facebook page to just show far some of them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ We also do our best to rehome any cats we find that are suitable for living with families.
” While feral cats can not be domesticated , the Cats Protection believes that population control is vital , as felines are prolific breeders .
One unneutered female cat could potentially produce up to 18 kittens a year .
Holly Wong , coordinator of the Manchester Branch of Cats Protection , who is also a community neutering officer for the charity , said : “ I wouldn ’ t say Rusholme has a particularly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ There are pockets of issues in most urban areas , particularly in areas of deprivation , but the key attraction would be either a feeder or a food source .
“ Rusholme ’ s attraction is the heavily concentrated high number of food establishments so they will either get fed by people to keep the rats at bay or be scavenging from the food waste produced .
“ We have similar sized colonies in several other postcodes in Manchester.
” Visit the Curry Mile Kitties on Facebook here , as well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : //www.facebook.com/currymilekittens/ .
For more information about neutering , contact the National Neutering Helpline for more information on 03000 12 12 12 ( option 2 ) .
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Rusholme is perhaps best known for the array of curry houses and takeaways closely packed together on a section of Wilmslow Road.
The south Manchester neighbourhood is one of the city’s most diverse areas, with a multicultural mix of families living in its rows of red brick houses.
But hidden in plain sight there’s another family in town that even the most eagle-eyed of you may have overlooked.
If you walk around the maze of streets off the city centre’s main artery you may come across members of Rusholme’s Curry Mile Kitties - a 25-strong cat colony with attitude.
If you ever thought that Top Cat was just a children’s cartoon, this clowder of cats is out to prove otherwise.
But unlike their animated counterparts, it’s not all fun and japes for the stray cats of Rusholme - it can be a harsh world out there.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Not only are they more susceptible to infections, such as Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), strays are also more likely to be involved in road accidents - especially unneutered male cats, who will roam for miles looking for a female mate.
Thankfully for the Curry Mile Kitties, they are not alone in the big wide world.
Suzanne Crump, who lives in neighbouring Moss Side, is one of the volunteers who looks after the colony.
They have created a safe space for the cats to call home when they’re not roaming the streets, and regularly offer them extra food, as well as carrying out an all important neutering programme.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Some of the cats are fairly tame and comfortable with human contact, but many are completely feral and cannot be handled or approached - so the volunteers have to be extra careful not to spook them.
Teacher Suzanne, 31, said: “The majority were born on the street, so they are classic ferals.
“There are a few that we have been able to rehome, but the majority have been born and bred on the Curry Mile so they are proper street cats - just like on Top Cat.”
The cats ‘live’ in an undisclosed location in Rusholme, but are free to roam the streets like regular alley cats.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Suzanne said: “The cats live in boxes stacked on top of each other. It’s like a cat apartment complex. They’re packed with straw - it’s really cosy. They love their home.
“They still prowl around like they own the place - which they do, of course. Plus there is no problem with rodents in the area because the cats sort that out straight away.”
While the cats are living the life of Riley now, sadly it wasn’t always the case.
The colony was first found almost six years ago by local resident Sonia Wilson following a shocking and gruesome discovery on the Curry Mile.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
A council worker found a single black bin bag containing severed animal heads close to Walmer Street East and Basil Street, off Wilmslow Road in Rusholme, in August 2014.
Suzanne said: “When the cat heads incident happened Sonia was mortified and felt that something clearly needed to be done for the stray cats in the area.
“She went to the place where they were discovered and found a load of kittens hanging around, so she took them home and looked after them.
“To keep her friends and family up to date with what was happening with them she created the Facebook page, and it’s grown from there.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
“I got involved four years ago when I saw a post on the Chorlton Facebook group from Sonia's friend Susan Gears asking if anyone could help her feed cats, and I said yes.
“On the page people can donate towards the cats’ care, such as vet bills, the cost of neutering and food. Plus they get to see videos of the cats playing and messing about.”
The volunteers work hard to make sure they do not interfere too much with the cats’ day-to-day lives - they just make sure they are safe, well, and well fed.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The team gets help from the Cats Protection, which offers them a discounted rate for their trap, neuter and return programme, and Yew Tree Vets in Withington deals with their health check-ups.
The Curry Mile Kitties are every bit the typical mis-matched tribe of alley cats - just like their cartoon equivalents TC, Fancy-Fancy, Spook, Benny the Ball, Brain, and Choo Choo.
Headed up by matriarch One Eye, named due to her missing organ, she keeps the rest of the motley crew in check.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Suzanne said: “Twenty five cats are regular visitors, plus the ones that dip in and out when they want to. They interact really well together. They always rub up against each other and bump heads.
“Their leader, the queen, is called One Eye. The rest of them don’t step out of line with her - they wouldn’t dare. They all get on because she makes them get on.
“She gets all over Rusholme. She is really bolshy but affectionate with humans. She always follows you around because she wants to know what’s going on. She is very inquisitive.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
“She always eats first and bops any cat on the head if they try and push in, and any new cat that wants to join the colony has to go through her first.”
Also making up the Curry Mile Kitties is Big Fluff, the beautiful black ball of fur who is the oldest member at aged six.
Elsewhere there is another black and white moggie called Pedro, and Big Fluff’s brother Button, who has a striking resemblance to the superhero Batman.
The Curry Mile Kitties even have their own Facebook page which was set up to offer local residents and supporters the chance to follow the cats’ escapades.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
“It was a bit manic but it’s got to a manageable stage now, the cats all live in a place together where they can come and go as they please,” said Suzanne.
“They have a feeding station and shelters so they have cover and can hide away when they want to and there is a lot of shrubbery and a huge brick wall perimeter so they are safe from dangers.
“We regularly post videos and photos to the Facebook page to just show far some of them have come since they first joined.
“We also do our best to rehome any cats we find that are suitable for living with families.”
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
While feral cats cannot be domesticated, the Cats Protection believes that population control is vital, as felines are prolific breeders.
One unneutered female cat could potentially produce up to 18 kittens a year.
Holly Wong, coordinator of the Manchester Branch of Cats Protection, who is also a community neutering officer for the charity, said: “I wouldn’t say Rusholme has a particularly high level of stray or feral cats.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
“There are pockets of issues in most urban areas, particularly in areas of deprivation, but the key attraction would be either a feeder or a food source.
“Rusholme’s attraction is the heavily concentrated high number of food establishments so they will either get fed by people to keep the rats at bay or be scavenging from the food waste produced.
“We have similar sized colonies in several other postcodes in Manchester.”
Visit the Curry Mile Kitties on Facebook here, as well as donate to the cause: https://www.facebook.com/currymilekittens/.
For more information about neutering, contact the National Neutering Helpline for more information on 03000 12 12 12 (option 2).
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Belgium manager Roberto Martinez backs Kevin De Bruyne for Man City stay despite UEFA ban

Belgium manager Roberto Martinez has backed Kevin De Bruyne to remain with Manchester City regardless of the outcome of the fight with UEFA following the two-year ban .
City have appealed the ban and will fight it through the courts but , while the battle rumbles on , some have raised questions about what it means for members of Pep Guardiola 's squad .
Not being able to offer Champions League football will certainly provide City with difficulties but Martinez believes it will not prove decisive to the future of the midfielder .
Speaking ahead of the Premier League clash @ @ @ @ @ @ @ De Bruyne is dedicated to the project that has been established by the club .
`` Kevin De Bruyne is committed to the project of Manchester City .
We do n't know what will happen with the ban , maybe it will be one year , '' he told BeIN Sports .
`` I think two years will have big implications to Manchester City but it 's too early , I do n't think everyone will be thinking to the future just yet .
`` They play an important game today , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Champions League and I think the time to talk about player 's futures will be after those competitions come to an end . ''

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Belgium manager Roberto Martinez has backed Kevin De Bruyne to remain with Manchester City regardless of the outcome of the fight with UEFA following the two-year ban.
City have appealed the ban and will fight it through the courts but, while the battle rumbles on, some have raised questions about what it means for members of Pep Guardiola's squad.
Not being able to offer Champions League football will certainly provide City with difficulties but Martinez believes it will not prove decisive to the future of the midfielder.
Speaking ahead of the Premier League clash with Leicester City, he declared that De Bruyne is dedicated to the project that has been established by the club.
"Kevin De Bruyne is committed to the project of Manchester City. We don't know what will happen with the ban, maybe it will be one year," he told BeIN Sports.
"I think two years will have big implications to Manchester City but it's too early, I don't think everyone will be thinking to the future just yet.
"They play an important game today, they play again against Real Madrid in the Champions League and I think the time to talk about player's futures will be after those competitions come to an end."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--The Ramsbottom pub with stunning views, a gem of a restaurant and a library of whiskies

Back when the Fisherman 's Retreat opened in the early 1990s it used to have a fairly average selection of spirits behind the bar : your bog standard gins and the classic bottle of Pernod .
Not any more .
Today it 's a library of fine whiskies , with 400 or more on display above the bar and its own shop devoted to the amber spirit .
The restaurant hosts whisky tastings around four times a year and even has its own single malt , Fisherman 's Retreat Edition Number 5 , which is distilled in Scotland and sold @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it tastes divine with a 'beautiful smoky essence ' and costs £85 a bottle .
Feeling flush ?
You can buy a bottle of vintage Glendronach 1968 for £3,500 .
But it 's not all about the whisky .
The food and location are pretty remarkable , too .
Nestled in the the Twine Valley , on the periphery of the vibrant epicurean town of Ramsbottom , it 's set in acre upon acre of rolling countryside with views that mesmerise .
The twisting , rambling lanes are so narrow it 's a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and my car bumps around a road leading up to it rather comically .
The pub itself appears at the bottom of a rough gravel path as the valley broadens out to reveal Lancashire 's full glory .
Run and owned by the Magnall family for decades , the idea to open it came after a resident fisherman using the Twine fishing lodges sought comforting food and drink after a day on the water .
Constructed from 90 per cent reclaimed materials found on the land , the Canadian-style country lodge opened @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vast rooms with vaulted ceilings and unrivalled views of the valley and beyond to the four-and-a-half acre lake .
I 'm seated at a table next to the giant window , looking out onto a little waterfall and sheep in the distance .
Ramblers occasionally pass and birds swoop in the slate-grey sky as the weather draws in and sleet begins to fall .
Top-notch quality restaurant food that 's much better than your usual pub fare .
To start I have the brie ( £7.75 ) , three pyramids of molten Cornish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , without a hint of grease .
It 's garnished with slices of pear , candied walnuts , cranberry jam and rocket , and a home-made onion chutney that 's on a par with my mum 's family favourite .
I wolf it down while admiring the views of the Lancashire hills - instantly relaxing after a hectic day at work .
A main course of oven-baked haddock supreme ( £15.75 ) comes crusted with a diced beetroot and parmesan crumb .
It 's a plump piece of fresh fish , flaking as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a fork .
Completed by a trio of earthy potatoes , rocket and long-stem broccoli and a citrus dressing , it 's really very good value for money .
I pause while I consider puddings - I 'm almost too full , but I fit in a 'small ' bowl of cherry ice-cream - their own , and made on-site .
For £3 this is two generous scoops of ice-cream , studded with cherries and chocolate , and with a wafer : simple , but a perfect palate cleanser after such a memorable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attention away from the whisky .
Beer-wise , there 's Timothy Taylor 's Boltmaker or Wainwright The Golden Beer on tap .
Bottles of beer , such as Tipsy Porridge Stout , are also for sale in the whisky shop , to take home .
Are you being served ?
Service is friendly and polite without being too intrusive .
The staff seem really genuine and pleased to see me enjoy the food so much .
Gary , who works behind the bar , is incredibly knowledgeable about the whiskies on offer , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clearly passionate about his work and the place .
He tells me he used to work in the centre of Manchester at a leading hotel and would feel exhausted when arriving at work after his commute .
Now he has a spectacular view of the Lancashire countryside from a vast cathedral-like glass window at the end of the restaurant , where deer graze at sunset .
It 's not surprising that he loves his job so much .
For such a brilliant meal , I find it is surprisingly cheap when the bill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so zero cost on the bill for drinks .
The brie , haddock and ice cream ( as it was a £3 small portion ) added up to a very reasonable £26.50 .
I did a double take thinking something must have been missed off - but having checked and added it up , I realise this is right .
This is one of the best meals I ’ ve had at this price point - and I ’ d have probably paid more for food of this quality .
Welcoming and cosy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been designed with local fishermen in mind , but it 's evolved into a well-regarded restaurant that 's worthy of wider attention too .
It 's now also a popular wedding destination as well as a restaurant , and the owners are seeking planning permission to extend the premises so that they can rear their own cattle , which will later feature on the menu .
Somehow I manage to resist the temptation to have a dram of whisky from the vast collection , with a long drive home ahead of me .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( like I do ) , it 's worth a trip to the Fisherman 's Retreat .

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Back when the Fisherman's Retreat opened in the early 1990s it used to have a fairly average selection of spirits behind the bar: your bog standard gins and the classic bottle of Pernod.
Not any more.
Today it's a library of fine whiskies, with 400 or more on display above the bar and its own shop devoted to the amber spirit.
The restaurant hosts whisky tastings around four times a year and even has its own single malt, Fisherman's Retreat Edition Number 5, which is distilled in Scotland and sold at the shop.
I'm assured it tastes divine with a 'beautiful smoky essence' and costs £85 a bottle. Feeling flush? You can buy a bottle of vintage Glendronach 1968 for £3,500.
(Image: M.E.N)
But it's not all about the whisky. The food and location are pretty remarkable, too.
Nestled in the the Twine Valley, on the periphery of the vibrant epicurean town of Ramsbottom, it's set in acre upon acre of rolling countryside with views that mesmerise.
The twisting, rambling lanes are so narrow it's a squeeze to get down some of them, and my car bumps around a road leading up to it rather comically.
The pub itself appears at the bottom of a rough gravel path as the valley broadens out to reveal Lancashire's full glory.
Run and owned by the Magnall family for decades, the idea to open it came after a resident fisherman using the Twine fishing lodges sought comforting food and drink after a day on the water.
Constructed from 90 per cent reclaimed materials found on the land, the Canadian-style country lodge opened 28 years ago.
Inside are two vast rooms with vaulted ceilings and unrivalled views of the valley and beyond to the four-and-a-half acre lake.
I'm seated at a table next to the giant window, looking out onto a little waterfall and sheep in the distance. Ramblers occasionally pass and birds swoop in the slate-grey sky as the weather draws in and sleet begins to fall.
What's cooking?
(Image: M.E.N)
Top-notch quality restaurant food that's much better than your usual pub fare.
To start I have the brie (£7.75), three pyramids of molten Cornish golden cheese encased in a delicate breadcrumb, without a hint of grease.
It's garnished with slices of pear, candied walnuts, cranberry jam and rocket, and a home-made onion chutney that's on a par with my mum's family favourite.
I wolf it down while admiring the views of the Lancashire hills - instantly relaxing after a hectic day at work.
(Image: M.E.N)
A main course of oven-baked haddock supreme (£15.75) comes crusted with a diced beetroot and parmesan crumb. It's a plump piece of fresh fish, flaking as it yields to the gentlest prod of a fork.
Completed by a trio of earthy potatoes, rocket and long-stem broccoli and a citrus dressing, it's really very good value for money.
Should I save room for dessert?
I pause while I consider puddings - I'm almost too full, but I fit in a 'small' bowl of cherry ice-cream - their own, and made on-site.
For £3 this is two generous scoops of ice-cream, studded with cherries and chocolate, and with a wafer: simple, but a perfect palate cleanser after such a memorable meal.
Can I get a decent pint?
If you can divert your attention away from the whisky.
Beer-wise, there's Timothy Taylor's Boltmaker or Wainwright The Golden Beer on tap.
Bottles of beer, such as Tipsy Porridge Stout, are also for sale in the whisky shop, to take home.
Are you being served?
Service is friendly and polite without being too intrusive. The staff seem really genuine and pleased to see me enjoy the food so much.
Gary, who works behind the bar, is incredibly knowledgeable about the whiskies on offer, explaining how they're distilled, and clearly passionate about his work and the place.
He tells me he used to work in the centre of Manchester at a leading hotel and would feel exhausted when arriving at work after his commute.
Now he has a spectacular view of the Lancashire countryside from a vast cathedral-like glass window at the end of the restaurant, where deer graze at sunset.
It's not surprising that he loves his job so much.
What's the damage?
For such a brilliant meal, I find it is surprisingly cheap when the bill arrives.
The tap water was free so zero cost on the bill for drinks.
The brie, haddock and ice cream (as it was a £3 small portion) added up to a very reasonable £26.50.
I did a double take thinking something must have been missed off - but having checked and added it up, I realise this is right.
This is one of the best meals I’ve had at this price point - and I’d have probably paid more for food of this quality.
The verdict
(Image: M.E.N)
Welcoming and cosy, The Fisherman's Retreat may have been designed with local fishermen in mind, but it's evolved into a well-regarded restaurant that's worthy of wider attention too.
It's now also a popular wedding destination as well as a restaurant, and the owners are seeking planning permission to extend the premises so that they can rear their own cattle, which will later feature on the menu.
Somehow I manage to resist the temptation to have a dram of whisky from the vast collection, with a long drive home ahead of me.
But even if you live far away (like I do), it's worth a trip to the Fisherman's Retreat.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Police left scratching their heads after cars found parked and secure in the middle of the road

Police have been left scratching their heads after a number of cars were mysteriously left parked in the middle of @ @ @ @ @ took to Twitter to reveal pictures of three cars , a Ford Fiesta , and @ @ @ @ @ had been left abandoned in Little Hulton , Salford .
One black Vauxhall Corsa was @ @ @ @ @ of the road , blocking both carriageways , while another was left at a junction @ @ @ @ @ was left parked blocking the pavement .
The cars had been left locked and secure @ @ @ @ @ the GMP Traffic Twitter page , officers commented on the 'very odd ' situation ' @ @ @ @ @ odd day with abandoned vehicles on random roads in @ GMPLittlehulton this morning .
`` @ @ @ @ @ left in the road .
One said : `` How bizarre .
Not a new @ @ @ @ @ Another said : `` Maybe they just drifted in the wind : ) ''

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Police have been left scratching their heads after a number of cars were mysteriously left parked in the middle of the road.
Bewildered officers took to Twitter to reveal pictures of three cars, a Ford Fiesta, and two Vauxhall Corsas, which had been left abandoned in Little Hulton, Salford.
One black Vauxhall Corsa was parked directly in the middle of the road, blocking both carriageways, while another was left at a junction blocking the road.
Another was left parked blocking the pavement.
(Image: GMP Traffic)
The cars had been left locked and secure, police said.
On the GMP Traffic Twitter page, officers commented on the 'very odd' situation'.
"Bit of an odd day with abandoned vehicles on random roads in @GMPLittlehulton this morning.
"Vehicles locked & secure but left in the road.
(Image: GMP Traffic)
"Very odd & all undamaged."
Baffled Twitter users also weighed in.
One said: "How bizarre. Not a new craze is it?"
Another said: "Maybe they just drifted in the wind :)"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--How Luke Shaw is helping Manchester United in unfamiliar new role

Players tend to interpret roles according to their own skill set .
Marcus Rashford , for example , is unlikely to perform as a lone striker similar to how Troy Deeney does , because the two have entirely different qualities .
Recently at Manchester United , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has favoured the use of an alternative formation to his usual 4-2-3-1 .
A change to 3-4-2-1 has been made in United 's two games since their winter break , with games against Chelsea and Club Brugge , resulting in a win and a draw respectively .
The change of formation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in particular : Luke Shaw .
Rather than being deployed as a wing-back in the system , the United boss has instead used him as a left-sided centre-back , with Brandon Williams on the wing .
Shaw has little previous experience playing as a centre-back but has been impressing there .
Gary Neville recently took to Twitter to express his thoughts on Shaw , stating : `` I think Luke Shaw is approaching something like his best in that left centre back position .
He looks strong and has his running back to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stays clear of injury now . ''
The comment about his running in particular directly relates to how Shaw has interpreted the wide centre-back role differently to others .
Shaw has always demonstrated a preference to advance down the flank before firing a cross into the penalty box .
He 's generally viewed as an offensive full-back .
As a central defender , the expectation would be for that to stop , but it has n't .
Shaw still regularly advances into the final third , but rather than staying wide , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wide positioning of Williams , with an example pictured below .
Shaw had possession of the ball in a situation whereby the large majority of players would opt to play a simple pass to Williams , which appeared to be what Brugge anticipated .
Brugge 's players expected a pass to be played to the 19-year-old , but Shaw instead chose to drive forwards , as shown below .
Against Brugge , Shaw made eight progressive runs , with those loosely defined as carries that move the ball considerably forward without taking on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't completed more than eight in a single match all season , and he 's matched that figure only once , against Astana in November .
His average for the campaign is 3.4 progressive runs per 90 .
He was also fouled three times while facing Brugge , compared to his usual average of 0.7 fouls suffered per 90 and , for context , he had n't been fouled more than once in any match all season before making the trip to Belgium .
Shaw is able to drive forwards mostly because he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Williams to his left , while also being granted space and time on the ball by opposing players .
Ultimately , he 's interpreting the role of centre-back in a somewhat unorthodox manner .
Shaw is naturally dynamic , quick and offensive , and he 's retaining those traits despite his change in position .
It remains to be seen whether Solskjaer will stick with the new shape but , if he does , it looks like Shaw will be one of the players that benefits .

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Players tend to interpret roles according to their own skill set.
Marcus Rashford, for example, is unlikely to perform as a lone striker similar to how Troy Deeney does, because the two have entirely different qualities.
Recently at Manchester United, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has favoured the use of an alternative formation to his usual 4-2-3-1.
A change to 3-4-2-1 has been made in United's two games since their winter break, with games against Chelsea and Club Brugge, resulting in a win and a draw respectively.
The change of formation appears to have positively impacted one player in particular: Luke Shaw.
Rather than being deployed as a wing-back in the system, the United boss has instead used him as a left-sided centre-back, with Brandon Williams on the wing.
Shaw has little previous experience playing as a centre-back but has been impressing there.
Gary Neville recently took to Twitter to express his thoughts on Shaw, stating: "I think Luke Shaw is approaching something like his best in that left centre back position. He looks strong and has his running back to where it was. I hope he stays clear of injury now."
The comment about his running in particular directly relates to how Shaw has interpreted the wide centre-back role differently to others.
Shaw has always demonstrated a preference to advance down the flank before firing a cross into the penalty box. He's generally viewed as an offensive full-back.
As a central defender, the expectation would be for that to stop, but it hasn't.
Shaw still regularly advances into the final third, but rather than staying wide, he's able to underlap because of the wide positioning of Williams, with an example pictured below.
Shaw had possession of the ball in a situation whereby the large majority of players would opt to play a simple pass to Williams, which appeared to be what Brugge anticipated.
Brugge's players expected a pass to be played to the 19-year-old, but Shaw instead chose to drive forwards, as shown below.
Against Brugge, Shaw made eight progressive runs, with those loosely defined as carries that move the ball considerably forward without taking on an opponent.
The 24 year-old hasn't completed more than eight in a single match all season, and he's matched that figure only once, against Astana in November. His average for the campaign is 3.4 progressive runs per 90.
He was also fouled three times while facing Brugge, compared to his usual average of 0.7 fouls suffered per 90 and, for context, he hadn't been fouled more than once in any match all season before making the trip to Belgium.
Shaw is able to drive forwards mostly because he's covered by two defenders behind him and Williams to his left, while also being granted space and time on the ball by opposing players.
Ultimately, he's interpreting the role of centre-back in a somewhat unorthodox manner. Shaw is naturally dynamic, quick and offensive, and he's retaining those traits despite his change in position.
It remains to be seen whether Solskjaer will stick with the new shape but, if he does, it looks like Shaw will be one of the players that benefits.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Win a share of £500 in book vouchers

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To celebrate World Book Day , Manchester Evening News is giving 25 lucky readers the chance to win a share of £500 to spend on books .
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The closing date for forms is 5pm on Tuesday 10th March 2020 .
Entrants must be over 18 .
The first 25 correct entries selected at random will receive National Book Token gift cards worth £20 each .
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To celebrate World Book Day, Manchester Evening News is giving 25 lucky readers the chance to win a share of £500 to spend on books.
National Book Token gift cards can be used in over 2000 bookshops across the UK and Ireland, including: WHSmith, Waterstone’s, Blackwell, British Bookshops, Eason, John Smiths and hundreds of independent bookshops.
Pick up a copy of the paper from Monday 24th February 2020 for your chance to win yours.
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The closing date for forms is 5pm on Tuesday 10th March 2020.
Entrants must be over 18.
The first 25 correct entries selected at random will receive National Book Token gift cards worth £20 each.
No cash alternative, prize is not transferable.
Illegible or late forms will not be counted.
All data shared in entering this competition will be used for administration ONLY.
Reach plc and members of its group will not use your data for marketing purposes.
After 90 days from the competition closure (10th March 2020) all entry details will be deleted.
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