themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man United morning headlines including how Messi could be signed for free

Here are the Manchester United morning headlines for Saturday , November 14 .
United could move for Messi – and save millions Manchester United demonstrated that they are not averse at delving into the free-agent market , having signed following his release from Paris Saint-Germain .
And , as the Reds could repeat the trick next summer , MEN Sport has looked at those potential agents which might save the club millions .
First up is David Alaba , the Bayern Munich defender whose relationship with his club has broken down in recent weeks , with the Austrian upset at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new , long-term contract .
His team-mate , centre-back Jerome Boateng , who could also be on his way out of Bayern next summer .
Then there is the small matter of Lionel Messi , who could be the biggest free agent on the market next summer , having been forced to stay at Barcelona for this season , despite making clear his desire to leave .
Manchester United supporters believe that youngster Isak Hansen-Aaroen is destined for big things after he scored his first goal for the Under-18s on Friday .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the summer , has become a regular in the U18s , as well as making an appearance for the in the EFL Trophy – a game in which he scored in a victorious penalty shoot-out against Rochdale .
The skilful playmaker has now grabbed his first goal for the club in open play , doing so in Friday ’ s 4-1 win at Middlesbrough .
Fans took to Twitter to express their excitement at Hansen-Aaroen – who is not the only young arrival to make an impressive start to life in Manchester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goals to his ever-growing tally in the match , while Real Madrid left-back Alvaro Fernandez also recently scored his first goal .
United midfielder played a key role in Scotland qualifying Euro 2020 this week – and his international role can help his club .
MEN Sport ’ s Tyrone Marshall thinks the 22–year-old has quickly increased his leadership skills with Scotland , which is something United are crying out for .
: “ Repurposed as a centre-back by Steve Clarke , McTominay has been outstanding for Scotland recently and scored penalties in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hampden Park and in the dramatic final in Serbia on Thursday night .
“ Not only is McTominay again demonstrating his leadership skills with the Tartan Army , but his positional switch could benefit United in the future .
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Here are the Manchester United morning headlines for Saturday, November 14.
United could move for Messi – and save millions
Manchester United demonstrated that they are not averse at delving into the free-agent market, having signed Edinson Cavani following his release from Paris Saint-Germain.
And, as the Reds could repeat the trick next summer, MEN Sport has looked at those potential agents which might save the club millions .
First up is David Alaba, the Bayern Munich defender whose relationship with his club has broken down in recent weeks, with the Austrian upset at the Bundesliga side’s withdrawal of a new, long-term contract.
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His team-mate, centre-back Jerome Boateng, who could also be on his way out of Bayern next summer.
Then there is the small matter of Lionel Messi, who could be the biggest free agent on the market next summer, having been forced to stay at Barcelona for this season, despite making clear his desire to leave.
Read the full story here.
Teenage striker tipped for the top
Manchester United supporters believe that youngster Isak Hansen-Aaroen is destined for big things after he scored his first goal for the Under-18s on Friday .
The Norwegian, who joined United from Tromso in the summer, has become a regular in the U18s, as well as making an appearance for the Under-23s in the EFL Trophy – a game in which he scored in a victorious penalty shoot-out against Rochdale.
The skilful playmaker has now grabbed his first goal for the club in open play, doing so in Friday’s 4-1 win at Middlesbrough.
Fans took to Twitter to express their excitement at Hansen-Aaroen – who is not the only young arrival to make an impressive start to life in Manchester.
Striker Joe Hugill added two more goals to his ever-growing tally in the match, while Real Madrid left-back Alvaro Fernandez also recently scored his first goal.
McTominay’s Scotland performances may benefit United
United midfielder Scott McTominay played a key role in Scotland qualifying Euro 2020 this week – and his international role can help his club.
MEN Sport’s Tyrone Marshall thinks the 22–year-old has quickly increased his leadership skills with Scotland, which is something United are crying out for.
He writes : “Repurposed as a centre-back by Steve Clarke, McTominay has been outstanding for Scotland recently and scored penalties in the play-off shoot-out victories against Israel at Hampden Park and in the dramatic final in Serbia on Thursday night.
“Not only is McTominay again demonstrating his leadership skills with the Tartan Army, but his positional switch could benefit United in the future.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Mum creates impressive American candy-themed Christmas tree for £70

The festive season has almost arrived .
But although our plans for Christmas Day remain uncertain , some UK residents are already going all out on their annual decorations .
And leading the way to December 25 with an incredible candy-themed Christmas tree is full-time mum , Michelle Jollands .
Michelle , 40 , used a collection of inexpensive decorations from The Range , B & M and Home Bargains to put together her seasonal centrepiece on a budget .
Speaking to money-saving community LatestDeals.co.uk , the mum-of-two from North Lincolnshire said : `` I love crafting and making all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I had all my Halloween decorations and props made but that was n't happening , so the next holiday was Christmas .
“ I looked to America for inspiration as they always go all out for holidays and seeing some sweet decorations in B & M and Home Bargains , I had something to inspire me more .
“ All the items were low cost , ranging from 99p to £1.29 each , from The Range , B & M and Home Bargains .
`` I bought my tree second-hand from Facebook @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bought added to around £25 and the rest I made from most things I found around the house .
“ The candyfloss was made with pillow stuffing wrapped and glued around a straw , coloured with pink eyeshadow , drizzled with PVA glue and sprinkled with glitter .
`` Some of the gingerbreads were made by pouring plaster of Paris in a silicone mould and painted with acrylic paint .
“ For the lollipops , I cut out circles in cardboard sandwiched between with a skewer , painted and glued on pipe cleaners @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lollies were made with Styrofoam balls with double-sided tape around the middle and painted .
`` My advice for a fuller tree is a roll of organza , which comes from eBay and costs around £3.50 for 25 yards .
It comes in all colours , and you can use pipe cleaners and twist on to the tree .
“ Loop the organza as you go , making a zigzag effect , starting in the middle working down , and cut and repeat on both sides .
This makes the tree look full @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Another tip is to bunch three baubles together with pipe cleaners and twist onto the branches . ''
Michelle loves the look of her festive tree , and says you can still create the look even in lockdown .
`` I 'm so pleased with how the tree turned out and it certainly looks like I had pictured in my mind , ” she adds .
`` Nearly all items can be found online , from The Range , eBay , Etsy and Amazon if you are unable to visit shops .
Get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s been such a great lockdown project for all - we 've all felt stressed , depressed and lonely most of the year and what a great way to ease the mind by getting creative right before Christmas .
“ You can make it a family day or just make yourself feel better by creating something you can enjoy .
I must also give my daughter credit who loved helping with the decorations !
`` I 've been so overwhelmed by the response since posting my tree online and I could n't be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It looks just how I imagined in my mind , and it certainly makes us all smile .
`` Anything is achievable on a budget - most items can be made from things around your home and shopping at The Range , Home Bargains and B & M , who have such a great selection this year starting from only 89p .
“ You don ’ t have to spend a fortune to make your tree look pretty !
” Tom Church , co-founder of LatestDeals.co.uk , comments : “ This Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strangest most of us have ever experienced , but even if we can ’ t enjoy a big dinner with family thanks to the restrictions of the pandemic , as Michelle proves , you can still bring the festive cheer home !
“ By using bargain products from the likes of The Range , B & M and Home Bargains , and making the most of her craft skills , Michelle has created a stunning candy-themed tree without spending a fortune .
Just looking at it is making it feel like Christmas already @ @

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The festive season has almost arrived.
But although our plans for Christmas Day remain uncertain, some UK residents are already going all out on their annual decorations.
And leading the way to December 25 with an incredible candy-themed Christmas tree is full-time mum, Michelle Jollands.
Michelle, 40, used a collection of inexpensive decorations from The Range, B&M and Home Bargains to put together her seasonal centrepiece on a budget.
Speaking to money-saving community LatestDeals.co.uk, the mum-of-two from North Lincolnshire said: "I love crafting and making all sorts of fake food and decorations.
"I had all my Halloween decorations and props made but that wasn't happening, so the next holiday was Christmas.
“I looked to America for inspiration as they always go all out for holidays and seeing some sweet decorations in B&M and Home Bargains, I had something to inspire me more.
“All the items were low cost, ranging from 99p to £1.29 each, from The Range, B&M and Home Bargains.
"I bought my tree second-hand from Facebook Marketplace for £45, the decorations I bought added to around £25 and the rest I made from most things I found around the house.
“The candyfloss was made with pillow stuffing wrapped and glued around a straw, coloured with pink eyeshadow, drizzled with PVA glue and sprinkled with glitter.
"Some of the gingerbreads were made by pouring plaster of Paris in a silicone mould and painted with acrylic paint.
(Image: latestdeals.co.uk)
“For the lollipops, I cut out circles in cardboard sandwiched between with a skewer, painted and glued on pipe cleaners in a spiral.
“The chubby lollies were made with Styrofoam balls with double-sided tape around the middle and painted.
"My advice for a fuller tree is a roll of organza, which comes from eBay and costs around £3.50 for 25 yards. It comes in all colours, and you can use pipe cleaners and twist on to the tree.
“Loop the organza as you go, making a zigzag effect, starting in the middle working down, and cut and repeat on both sides. This makes the tree look full even before decorations are added.
(Image: latestdeals.co.uk)
"Another tip is to bunch three baubles together with pipe cleaners and twist onto the branches."
Michelle loves the look of her festive tree, and says you can still create the look even in lockdown.
"I'm so pleased with how the tree turned out and it certainly looks like I had pictured in my mind,” she adds.
"Nearly all items can be found online, from The Range, eBay, Etsy and Amazon if you are unable to visit shops. Get creative and enjoy!
(Image: latestdeals.co.uk)
“It’s been such a great lockdown project for all - we've all felt stressed, depressed and lonely most of the year and what a great way to ease the mind by getting creative right before Christmas.
“You can make it a family day or just make yourself feel better by creating something you can enjoy. I must also give my daughter credit who loved helping with the decorations!
"I've been so overwhelmed by the response since posting my tree online and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out.
“It looks just how I imagined in my mind, and it certainly makes us all smile.
(Image: latestdeals.co.uk)
"Anything is achievable on a budget - most items can be made from things around your home and shopping at The Range, Home Bargains and B&M, who have such a great selection this year starting from only 89p.
“You don’t have to spend a fortune to make your tree look pretty!”
Tom Church, co-founder of LatestDeals.co.uk, comments: “This Christmas is going to be one of the strangest most of us have ever experienced, but even if we can’t enjoy a big dinner with family thanks to the restrictions of the pandemic, as Michelle proves, you can still bring the festive cheer home!
“By using bargain products from the likes of The Range, B&M and Home Bargains, and making the most of her craft skills, Michelle has created a stunning candy-themed tree without spending a fortune. Just looking at it is making it feel like Christmas already!”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--The seven-year-old epilepsy sufferer who wants to help others just like him

A seven-year-old boy who suffers with epilepsy is fundraising to help others just like him - by cutting out treats for a month .
Fraizer Whitley was diagnosed in September this year after suffering from his first seizure in May .
Having lost his independence , Fraizer , from Ancoats , is closely monitored by family members and is always anxious about going anywhere in case he has a seizure .
However , he ’ s not let that stop him in his efforts to raise awareness about epilepsy as he and his family are going on a ‘ treat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Month .
His mum , Kelly Driver , who works in a care home , said : “ In May he had a seizure out of nowhere - I 've had first aid training but I did n't have a clue what to do .
`` My mind just went - I thought he was dying as his mouth went blue and his eyes rolled back - I thought I was going to have a nervous breakdown .
`` We called for an ambulance and then they kept him in for five days @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another one and all the doctors and nurses came running .
`` They did all sorts of tests on him but could n't determine what it was , so they said to just wait and see and he did n't have one for three months so we thought it was just a one off . ''
However , following a recent episode when Fraizer accidentally injured his auntie 's partner when he stuck his finger into his mouth , Kelly is passionate about educating people on first aid when it comes to seizures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happened a lady came over and said she had epilepsy and the best thing to do was to get his tongue out of his mouth .
`` My sister 's partner put a finger into his mouth and Fraizer bit down and cut all his finger .
`` Nobody knows what to do when it happens - this lady said she had seizures and she did n't know what the proper first aid was .
`` So when I saw it was the Epilespy Awareness month , I thought 'we 're going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it to the kids and said 'what about doing 30 sit ups a day for 30 days ' , and Fraizer gave me this dirty look and said no .
`` He then suggested that we should n't eat crisps or chocolate , and I said I would do it with him - now the whole family is doing it ! ''
His mum said that Fraizer would usually stay at her Grandma 's house every weekend , but that has now stopped .
`` I do n't let him out of my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrapped him up with cotton wool , '' she said .
Fraizer ’ s younger sister , Ella , has witnessed most of his seizures , Kelly said .
`` When she first saw him she got so scared and asked `` What 's going on ?
Why is he shaking '' , so at first we just got her out of the room so she did n't have to see it .
`` I 've gone through it with her now and I 'm getting her involved - she hand 's me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's his hand and she does n't leave him the whole time .
`` I feel guilty that both of them have to go through this - no child should have to go through this , but they are both so brave and make me so proud.
” Fraizer was diagnosed with focal onset epilepsy with focal to bilateral tonic-clonic seizures in September and has been given medication to help control the episodes .
This November , as part of Epilepsy Awareness Month , Fraizer and the whole family are giving up crisps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` I feel like everyone should know what to do , anyone could have a seizure - your mum , dad , brother , sister , even a stranger in the street .
“ If everyone took 5 minutes to learn how to help someone having a seizure , you could save a life .
“ We ’ re learning too , as it ’ s all so new - but I ’ ve read up a lot on the Epilepsy Action website and have shared their videos .
“ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way.
” Fraizer and family have already raised over £1300 in just a few days - you can contribute here .
There are over 26,000 people in Greater Manchester living with epilepsy , according to Epilepsy Action .
There are many different types of seizures someone with epilepsy can suffer with ; tonic-clonic ( convulsive ) seizures , focal seizures and seizures in a wheelchair .
The official guidance is to cushion their head , protect them from injury , stay with them until they are fully recovered and to be calmly reassuring @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ambulance if it is their first seizure , the episode lasts for longer than five minutes or if they are injured and you believe they require urgent medical assistance .
More information on what to do when someone is having a seizure can be found here .

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A seven-year-old boy who suffers with epilepsy is fundraising to help others just like him - by cutting out treats for a month.
Fraizer Whitley was diagnosed in September this year after suffering from his first seizure in May.
Having lost his independence, Fraizer, from Ancoats, is closely monitored by family members and is always anxious about going anywhere in case he has a seizure.
However, he’s not let that stop him in his efforts to raise awareness about epilepsy as he and his family are going on a ‘treat’ ban as part of Epilepsy Awareness Month.
His mum, Kelly Driver, who works in a care home, said: “In May he had a seizure out of nowhere - I've had first aid training but I didn't have a clue what to do.
"My mind just went - I thought he was dying as his mouth went blue and his eyes rolled back - I thought I was going to have a nervous breakdown.
(Image: Handout)
"We called for an ambulance and then they kept him in for five days - whilst he was there he had another one and all the doctors and nurses came running.
"They did all sorts of tests on him but couldn't determine what it was, so they said to just wait and see and he didn't have one for three months so we thought it was just a one off."
However, following a recent episode when Fraizer accidentally injured his auntie's partner when he stuck his finger into his mouth, Kelly is passionate about educating people on first aid when it comes to seizures.
She said: "When it happened a lady came over and said she had epilepsy and the best thing to do was to get his tongue out of his mouth.
"My sister's partner put a finger into his mouth and Fraizer bit down and cut all his finger.
"Nobody knows what to do when it happens - this lady said she had seizures and she didn't know what the proper first aid was.
"So when I saw it was the Epilespy Awareness month, I thought 'we're going to do something'.
"I suggested it to the kids and said 'what about doing 30 sit ups a day for 30 days', and Fraizer gave me this dirty look and said no.
"He then suggested that we shouldn't eat crisps or chocolate, and I said I would do it with him - now the whole family is doing it!"
(Image: Handout)
His mum said that Fraizer would usually stay at her Grandma's house every weekend, but that has now stopped.
"I don't let him out of my sight - I feel like I've wrapped him up with cotton wool," she said.
Fraizer’s younger sister, Ella, has witnessed most of his seizures, Kelly said.
"When she first saw him she got so scared and asked "What's going on? Why is he shaking", so at first we just got her out of the room so she didn't have to see it.
(Image: Handout)
"I've gone through it with her now and I'm getting her involved - she hand's me a cushion for his head and hold's his hand and she doesn't leave him the whole time.
"I feel guilty that both of them have to go through this - no child should have to go through this, but they are both so brave and make me so proud.”
Fraizer was diagnosed with focal onset epilepsy with focal to bilateral tonic-clonic seizures in September and has been given medication to help control the episodes.
This November, as part of Epilepsy Awareness Month, Fraizer and the whole family are giving up crisps or chocolate until 1 December.
Kelly said: "I feel like everyone should know what to do, anyone could have a seizure - your mum, dad, brother, sister, even a stranger in the street.
“If everyone took 5 minutes to learn how to help someone having a seizure, you could save a life.
“We’re learning too, as it’s all so new - but I’ve read up a lot on the Epilepsy Action website and have shared their videos.
“I just want to give back in some way.”
Fraizer and family have already raised over £1300 in just a few days - you can contribute here.
There are over 26,000 people in Greater Manchester living with epilepsy, according to Epilepsy Action.
There are many different types of seizures someone with epilepsy can suffer with; tonic-clonic (convulsive) seizures, focal seizures and seizures in a wheelchair.
The official guidance is to cushion their head, protect them from injury, stay with them until they are fully recovered and to be calmly reassuring.
You should only call for an ambulance if it is their first seizure, the episode lasts for longer than five minutes or if they are injured and you believe they require urgent medical assistance.
More information on what to do when someone is having a seizure can be found here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Bolton's Gilks on Salford win and backs 'fantastic' goalkeeper Crellin

Bolton Wanderers debutant Matt Gilks was pleased with a 'well fought ' victory over Salford City and has backed young goalkeeper Billy Crellin to come back stronger after being dropped .
Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull 's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign with a 2-0 victory over the Ammies .
Gilks made his Trotters bow in last night 's win at the age of 38 when he replaced Fleetwood Town loanee Crellin in goal .
The 20-year-old has faced criticism following several @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to goals .
Bolton head coach Ian Evatt opted to put Gilks inbetween the sticks last night with Crellin on the bench .
As well as being a player , Gilks is also the club 's goalkeeping coach and has worked closely with Crellin both at Wanderers and at Fleetwood , where he spent last season .
And Gilks has backed Crellin to come back stronger following a difficult period , adding he went through similar experiences when he was starting out in his playing career .
He told Sky Sports : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ despite what ’ s happened he ’ s a fantastic goalkeeper .
`` I went out on a limb to get him here as well because I worked with him last year at Fleetwood and he ’ s got every attribute a goalkeeper wants .
Let ’ s not forget he ’ s 20 and he ’ s learning .
`` I did the same , I went into the team , I came out of the team and it ’ s part of your learning curve and he ’ ll come back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fantastic people around him as well .
Fleetwood has got a great goalie coach in Dave Lucas and Joey Barton , his manager who looks after him as well as the staff here .
He ’ s in good hands and I ’ m sure he ’ ll bounce back . ''
Reflecting on his debut against the Ammies and keeping a clean sheet , Gilks said Wanderers knew Salford were going to be a tough test for the Trotters .
And having played for 20 years , the veteran goalkeeper is keen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long as possible and will be ready to be called upon whenever he is needed .
He said : `` I couldn ’ t have asked for anything better really , to be honest .
We knew it was going to be tough .
`` We ’ ve not had a run of results that we wanted .
We ’ ve probably drew a lot more than we wanted to and we feel behind in those games and we ’ ve done well to come back in them .
But it was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s not just the lads on there , it ’ s the lads on the bench .
You could hear them encouraging and that ’ s what it means to us .
`` We knew it was tough .
They spent a few quid in the summer and we knew what it was about .
They ’ ve got great experienced players in there .
I ’ ve played with a few myself .
It was good to see them.
, but every game ’ s tough , no matter what level you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a good place to come to and everyone raises their game as well , especially on the cameras .
It ’ s a well fought victory and we ’ re delighted with the three points and a weekend off .
`` I ’ ve been training and I came in as a player-coach and the gaffer wanted me to up my training which is what I do - I ’ ve done it for 20-odd years so it ’ s nothing new to me .
`` I ’ ll probably be sore in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pains .
I ’ m 38 now but I just love it .
As long as I can keep going I will do .
`` I think sometimes you do miss it , the old school , a voice at the back and dictating the game and we certainly missed that .
But like I say , I ’ m here to help , I ’ m here to do any job that I ’ m asked to do and thankfully tonight we ’ ve kept a clean sheet . ''

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Bolton Wanderers debutant Matt Gilks was pleased with a 'well fought' victory over Salford City and has backed young goalkeeper Billy Crellin to come back stronger after being dropped.
Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign with a 2-0 victory over the Ammies.
Gilks made his Trotters bow in last night's win at the age of 38 when he replaced Fleetwood Town loanee Crellin in goal.
The 20-year-old has faced criticism following several high profile goalkeeping errors which have led to goals.
Bolton head coach Ian Evatt opted to put Gilks inbetween the sticks last night with Crellin on the bench.
As well as being a player, Gilks is also the club's goalkeeping coach and has worked closely with Crellin both at Wanderers and at Fleetwood, where he spent last season.
And Gilks has backed Crellin to come back stronger following a difficult period, adding he went through similar experiences when he was starting out in his playing career.
He told Sky Sports: "Billy’s a young lad and despite what’s happened he’s a fantastic goalkeeper.
"I went out on a limb to get him here as well because I worked with him last year at Fleetwood and he’s got every attribute a goalkeeper wants. Let’s not forget he’s 20 and he’s learning.
"I did the same, I went into the team, I came out of the team and it’s part of your learning curve and he’ll come back stronger.
"He’s got fantastic people around him as well. Fleetwood has got a great goalie coach in Dave Lucas and Joey Barton, his manager who looks after him as well as the staff here. He’s in good hands and I’m sure he’ll bounce back."
Reflecting on his debut against the Ammies and keeping a clean sheet, Gilks said Wanderers knew Salford were going to be a tough test for the Trotters.
And having played for 20 years, the veteran goalkeeper is keen to prolong his playing career for as long as possible and will be ready to be called upon whenever he is needed.
He said: "I couldn’t have asked for anything better really, to be honest. We knew it was going to be tough.
"We’ve not had a run of results that we wanted. We’ve probably drew a lot more than we wanted to and we feel behind in those games and we’ve done well to come back in them. But it was a proper team effort tonight and that’s not just the lads on there, it’s the lads on the bench. You could hear them encouraging and that’s what it means to us.
"We knew it was tough. They spent a few quid in the summer and we knew what it was about. They’ve got great experienced players in there. I’ve played with a few myself. It was good to see them., but every game’s tough, no matter what level you are.
"But it’s a good place to come to and everyone raises their game as well, especially on the cameras. It’s a well fought victory and we’re delighted with the three points and a weekend off.
"I’ve been training and I came in as a player-coach and the gaffer wanted me to up my training which is what I do - I’ve done it for 20-odd years so it’s nothing new to me.
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"I’ll probably be sore in the morning with a few aches and pains. I’m 38 now but I just love it. As long as I can keep going I will do.
"I think sometimes you do miss it, the old school, a voice at the back and dictating the game and we certainly missed that. But like I say, I’m here to help, I’m here to do any job that I’m asked to do and thankfully tonight we’ve kept a clean sheet."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man arrested following crash which killed former Bolton mayoress Gay Wharton

A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following the death of former Bolton mayoress Gay Wharton .
The grandmother , 58 , was struck by an Audi on Chorley New Road near Bolton School , in the Heaton area of the town , just after midday on Friday ( November 13 ) .
Police said the driver did not stay at the scene .
Officers now say they have arrested a 23-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving .
He remains in custody for questioning this morning .
An investigation into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appealing for anyone with information to come forward .
Sergeant Andrew Page of GMPs Serious Collision Investigation Unit , said : `` A woman has sadly lost her life following this incident and our thoughts remain with her family and loved ones as they come to terms with this awful news .
`` This collision happened in broad daylight so we want to appeal to anyone who may have been in the area at the time to come forward and assist police with our enquiries .
`` Were you travelling along Chorley New @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see a black Audi in the area ?
`` We 're particularly keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dash-cam footage of the vehicle in question .
Please come forward and speak to police . ''
Gay was well known for her charity work , especially with the Bolton women ’ s refuge Fortalice .
She worked at Russell and Russell solicitors and mayoress alongside Coun Martin Donaghy back in 2014 .
Her friend , the former Bolton mayor Carole Swarbrick , told the M.E.N that Gay “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She added : “ Gay was an absolutely lovely , lovely lady .
She did all sorts of charity work .
She would stand in Morrisons for hours on end with a collection box for Fortalice .
“ When I was the mayor she accompanied me to events .
We weren ’ t from the same political party but it didn ’ t matter .
“ She worked so hard for so many causes and she will be sadly missed .
“ She was a lovely person .
It ’ s unbelievable - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ An avid baker , Gay was well known for her cupcakes which she would share around the town .
“ She was very kind and thoughtful .
Whoever she met she made a friend of , ” she said .
“ She was the most fantastic cake maker , especially cupcakes .
She would always go to such a lot of trouble .
She would have made any professional baker blush.
” Officers were called to reports of a collision involving a black Audi and a pedestrian at 12.05pm .
“ Despite the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pedestrian - a woman in her 50s - sadly passed away at the scene , ” a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said .
“ Enquiries have since established the Audi was travelling in a north easterly direction on Chorley New Road when it subsequently collided with the woman , who is believed to have been crossing the road , close to the junction with Bedford Street .
“ The Audi failed to remain at the scene .
“ An investigation is ongoing and a man , aged 23 , has been arrested on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He remains in custody for questioning.
” Anyone with information - or dash-cam footage - are urged to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 1019 of 13/11/2020 .
Alternatively , details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity , Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following the death of former Bolton mayoress Gay Wharton.
The grandmother, 58, was struck by an Audi on Chorley New Road near Bolton School, in the Heaton area of the town, just after midday on Friday (November 13).
Police said the driver did not stay at the scene.
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Officers now say they have arrested a 23-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He remains in custody for questioning this morning.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing and police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Sergeant Andrew Page of GMPs Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "A woman has sadly lost her life following this incident and our thoughts remain with her family and loved ones as they come to terms with this awful news.
"This collision happened in broad daylight so we want to appeal to anyone who may have been in the area at the time to come forward and assist police with our enquiries.
"Were you travelling along Chorley New Road around the time? Did you see a black Audi in the area?
"We're particularly keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dash-cam footage of the vehicle in question. Please come forward and speak to police."
Gay was well known for her charity work, especially with the Bolton women’s refuge Fortalice.
She worked at Russell and Russell solicitors and mayoress alongside Coun Martin Donaghy back in 2014.
Her friend, the former Bolton mayor Carole Swarbrick, told the M.E.N that Gay “dedicated herself to helping people”.
She added: “Gay was an absolutely lovely, lovely lady. She did all sorts of charity work. She would stand in Morrisons for hours on end with a collection box for Fortalice.
“When I was the mayor she accompanied me to events. We weren’t from the same political party but it didn’t matter.
“She worked so hard for so many causes and she will be sadly missed.
“She was a lovely person. It’s unbelievable - we’re all in shock.”
An avid baker, Gay was well known for her cupcakes which she would share around the town.
Coun Hilary Fairclough described Gay as “just a lovely, lovely person”.
“She was very kind and thoughtful. Whoever she met she made a friend of,” she said.
“She was the most fantastic cake maker, especially cupcakes. She would always go to such a lot of trouble. She would have made any professional baker blush.”
Officers were called to reports of a collision involving a black Audi and a pedestrian at 12.05pm.
“Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the pedestrian - a woman in her 50s - sadly passed away at the scene,” a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said.
“Enquiries have since established the Audi was travelling in a north easterly direction on Chorley New Road when it subsequently collided with the woman, who is believed to have been crossing the road, close to the junction with Bedford Street.
“The Audi failed to remain at the scene.
“An investigation is ongoing and a man, aged 23, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in custody for questioning.”
Anyone with information - or dash-cam footage - are urged to contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 1019 of 13/11/2020.
Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity, Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Dad builds giant Adidas shoebox in his garden - with a bar hidden inside

A businessman from Stockport has built a garden bar after vowing to never be deprived of a pint after the first lockdown saw pubs and bars close .
But it ’ s not just any old DIY shed conversion as the trainer fanatic injected £5,000 into creating a bar modelled on the Adidas shoebox as a tribute to his 150-pair collection .
While pubs across England were ordered to close for the month-long second lockdown in November , John Clark , a huge Manchester City supporter , has continued to sip pints from the comfort of his make-shift pub whilst @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50-year-old , who lives in Woodley and runs a floor laying firm , said : “ There ’ s even a dartboard in there .
What more could a man want ?
” Although John takes pride in his collection of trainers worth an estimated £20,000 , keeping them on display in his office , the father-of-two says the shoebox design for his garden bar came about by accident .
When he and his wife Kerry , 48 , who works for his business , agreed to build their den with the help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bury , John had a sense of deja vu when designer Ray , 54 , presented the plans in July .
He said : “ The proportions actually looked like a trainer box , so I said , ‘ Why don ’ t we make it look like it has a lid ?
’ Ray must have thought I was a bit mad , but he said : ‘ It ’ s your shed , you can do what you want with it ’ .
“ When the missus found out about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re having a laugh ’ .
” John built the structure himself during the evenings and at the weekends , taking him from July to September to complete it .
The keen marathon runner then added the Adidas logo , matching the design as close as possible , along with painting it the iconic bright blue shade .
He said : “ I used the Adidas box and scaled it all up , so it ’ s as exact as possible – except for the label on the front .
“ Each individual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be cut out by hand and I ’ ve got the scars to prove it .
“ By sheer coincidence , I bought the paint at Paintmaster in Hazel Grove , Stockport , which is also where Adidas UK ’ s headquarters is located .
“ I went into the shop with a shoebox lid and said , ‘ Can you match this colour ?
’ “ Lo and behold , the man behind the counter said , ‘ Oh yeah , one of my customers is somebody who works at Adidas .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ reference . '
” Persuading Kerry to have a giant 16x8ft shoebox at the side of the L-shaped garden of their five-bedroom detached house however meant some trade-offs .
John explained : “ The deal we struck was I ’ d have the look I wanted on the outside and Kerry and the kids would have the inside .
“ This means that , when you open the door , there is absolutely nothing to do with trainers inside.
” He added : “ It ’ s like a traditional boozer – all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bought some bar furniture from an old pub in Liverpool that ’ s from the 80s .
“ Kitting it out cost us £700.
” “ Everyone who ’ s seen it has said how fantastic and amazing it looks .
I haven ’ t had any negative feedback at all .
” Reflecting on his love affair with the German sports brand , John said he started seriously collecting Adidas trainers in 2010 , to revisit his youth .
He said : “ I ’ m a child of the 80s .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ seeing all the older kids in these brightly-coloured Adidas trainers thinking , ‘ One day , I ’ d like some of them.
’ ” “ I remember doing a paper round when I was 14 to pay for my first pair – Blue Gazelles , which cost me £30 , ” he continued .
“ Being a huge football fan , having the right gear is like a subculture and I started going to games and wearing the bright coloured tracksuits and Adidas trainers .
“ Then , 10 years ago , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start collecting them .
“ My collection is predominantly pre-1990 and mostly mid-80s , ” he said .
“ Although I do buy current releases , I buy them more as an investment in the future , as the resale market is ridiculous .
You could buy a pair for £90 and sell them on the following day for £200 .
“ But I don ’ t really bother with that .
I buy the new releases to trade-off to buy the vintage stuff .
There ’ s a lot of people wanting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bit like swap shop in the 1970s and that ’ s why people use Instagram and Facebook , as well as forums where people are wanting to trade , ” he added .
“ A lot of the trading is done on trust .
I ’ ve sent pairs over to Slovenia and the Czech Republic to collectors , all on trust.
” John – whose most prized possession is the pair of Blue Gazelles that he bought in his youth – has spent upwards of £350 on a single pair of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ m probably missing two that I ’ ve wanted since I was a kid , those being a pair of West German-made Amsterdam ’ s and Romanian-made Paris .
“ They can go for £400 , but they are rare .
It ’ s a bit like Raiders of the Lost Ark with searching for them.
” And John , who has an Instagram page where he shows off his rare and vintage collection , will of course be wearing his prized footwear for an outing in his pub .
He said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Adidas in there , but I ’ ll be putting a sign up outside that says no Nike allowed .
I ’ m not having any of that in there.
” While he will be raising a glass alongside his family bubble to missing loved ones during the latest lockdown in his garden bar , he can not wait to invite them to join him in his shoebox boozer when restrictions lift .
But Kerry has laid the law down when it comes to the design of their next garden project – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Adidas logo will be nowhere in sight .
John said : “ Kerry has made it clear the hot tub decking area will be a traditional grey and brown colour .
“ That ’ s fine by me .
I can sit in it and admire my garden bar .
You can ’ t miss it .
Cheers !
”

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A businessman from Stockport has built a garden bar after vowing to never be deprived of a pint after the first lockdown saw pubs and bars close.
But it’s not just any old DIY shed conversion as the trainer fanatic injected £5,000 into creating a bar modelled on the Adidas shoebox as a tribute to his 150-pair collection.
While pubs across England were ordered to close for the month-long second lockdown in November, John Clark, a huge Manchester City supporter, has continued to sip pints from the comfort of his make-shift pub whilst watching the games on TV.
The 50-year-old, who lives in Woodley and runs a floor laying firm, said: “There’s even a dartboard in there. What more could a man want?”
Although John takes pride in his collection of trainers worth an estimated £20,000, keeping them on display in his office, the father-of-two says the shoebox design for his garden bar came about by accident.
(Image: PA Real Life)
When he and his wife Kerry, 48, who works for his business, agreed to build their den with the help of Build-A-Bar, a patio company in Bury, John had a sense of deja vu when designer Ray, 54, presented the plans in July.
He said: “The proportions actually looked like a trainer box, so I said, ‘Why don’t we make it look like it has a lid?’ Ray must have thought I was a bit mad, but he said: ‘It’s your shed, you can do what you want with it’.
“When the missus found out about the design she said: ‘You’re having a laugh’.”
John built the structure himself during the evenings and at the weekends, taking him from July to September to complete it.
(Image: PA Real Life)
The keen marathon runner then added the Adidas logo, matching the design as close as possible, along with painting it the iconic bright blue shade.
He said: “I used the Adidas box and scaled it all up, so it’s as exact as possible – except for the label on the front.
“Each individual zig-zag of the Adidas stripe had to be cut out by hand and I’ve got the scars to prove it.
“By sheer coincidence, I bought the paint at Paintmaster in Hazel Grove, Stockport, which is also where Adidas UK’s headquarters is located.
“I went into the shop with a shoebox lid and said, ‘Can you match this colour?’
“Lo and behold, the man behind the counter said, ‘Oh yeah, one of my customers is somebody who works at Adidas. I’ll get you the colour reference.'”
Persuading Kerry to have a giant 16x8ft shoebox at the side of the L-shaped garden of their five-bedroom detached house however meant some trade-offs.
(Image: PA Real Life)
John explained: “The deal we struck was I’d have the look I wanted on the outside and Kerry and the kids would have the inside.
“This means that, when you open the door, there is absolutely nothing to do with trainers inside.”
He added: “It’s like a traditional boozer – all dark wood, beer pumps and we bought some bar furniture from an old pub in Liverpool that’s from the 80s.
“Kitting it out cost us £700.”
“Everyone who’s seen it has said how fantastic and amazing it looks. I haven’t had any negative feedback at all. ”
Reflecting on his love affair with the German sports brand, John said he started seriously collecting Adidas trainers in 2010, to revisit his youth.
He said: “I’m a child of the 80s. I remember going to high school, seeing all the older kids in these brightly-coloured Adidas trainers thinking, ‘One day, I’d like some of them.’”
“I remember doing a paper round when I was 14 to pay for my first pair – Blue Gazelles, which cost me £30,” he continued.
“Being a huge football fan, having the right gear is like a subculture and I started going to games and wearing the bright coloured tracksuits and Adidas trainers.
“Then, 10 years ago, I decided to revisit my youth and start collecting them.
“My collection is predominantly pre-1990 and mostly mid-80s,” he said.
“Although I do buy current releases, I buy them more as an investment in the future, as the resale market is ridiculous. You could buy a pair for £90 and sell them on the following day for £200.
“But I don’t really bother with that. I buy the new releases to trade-off to buy the vintage stuff. There’s a lot of people wanting to swap.”
“It’s a bit like swap shop in the 1970s and that’s why people use Instagram and Facebook, as well as forums where people are wanting to trade,” he added.
“A lot of the trading is done on trust. I’ve sent pairs over to Slovenia and the Czech Republic to collectors, all on trust.”
John – whose most prized possession is the pair of Blue Gazelles that he bought in his youth – has spent upwards of £350 on a single pair of trainers.
He said: “I’m probably missing two that I’ve wanted since I was a kid, those being a pair of West German-made Amsterdam’s and Romanian-made Paris.
“They can go for £400, but they are rare. It’s a bit like Raiders of the Lost Ark with searching for them.”
(Image: PA Real Life)
And John, who has an Instagram page where he shows off his rare and vintage collection, will of course be wearing his prized footwear for an outing in his pub.
He said: “I’ll be wearing the Adidas in there, but I’ll be putting a sign up outside that says no Nike allowed. I’m not having any of that in there.”
While he will be raising a glass alongside his family bubble to missing loved ones during the latest lockdown in his garden bar, he cannot wait to invite them to join him in his shoebox boozer when restrictions lift.
But Kerry has laid the law down when it comes to the design of their next garden project – a hot tub – insisting that an Adidas logo will be nowhere in sight.
John said: “Kerry has made it clear the hot tub decking area will be a traditional grey and brown colour.
“That’s fine by me. I can sit in it and admire my garden bar. You can’t miss it. Cheers!”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Wolves striker Raul Jimenez confirms Manchester United transfer approach

Wolves striker Raul Jimenez has confirmed that Manchester United made an approach to sign him , though a deal never came close to completion .
United have been on the hunt for a new long-term striker for the last two windows but on both occasions have had to settle for short-term alternatives .
After failing in a move for Erling Braut Haaland in January , Odion Ighalo was instead brought in on loan .
A number of names were then linked with a move this past summer , but eventually veteran Edinson Cavani was signed on a free following his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal .
One striker United have repeatedly been linked with over the last year is Jimenez , who has taken the Premier League by storm since Wolves signed him from Benfica in 2018 .
In 108 games for the Black Country club the Mexican has netted 48 goals , as well as laying on 18 assists , which has made him one of the most deadly strikers in the country .
Now Jimenez has revealed that United have shown interest in signing him , though he insists he is happy at Wolves .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Juventus wanted me , another Manchester United and what I know is that there were approaches made , '' Jimenez told TUDN .
`` But an agreement was never reached and nothing was close .
I 'm very happy at Wolves .
`` The truth is I am very happy in Wolverhampton .
It 's never wrong to be in a place where you are well but they know that I am not satisfied [ with my form ] , I always look for more .
`` It [ a move ] did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happens at some point then it will have to be what is best for me , for Wolves and the team that I join .
`` But I am very happy at Wolves and being considered a very important player . ''

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Wolves striker Raul Jimenez has confirmed that Manchester United made an approach to sign him, though a deal never came close to completion.
United have been on the hunt for a new long-term striker for the last two windows but on both occasions have had to settle for short-term alternatives.
After failing in a move for Erling Braut Haaland in January, Odion Ighalo was instead brought in on loan. A number of names were then linked with a move this past summer, but eventually veteran Edinson Cavani was signed on a free following his release from Paris Saint-Germin on a one-year deal.
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One striker United have repeatedly been linked with over the last year is Jimenez, who has taken the Premier League by storm since Wolves signed him from Benfica in 2018.
In 108 games for the Black Country club the Mexican has netted 48 goals, as well as laying on 18 assists, which has made him one of the most deadly strikers in the country.
Now Jimenez has revealed that United have shown interest in signing him, though he insists he is happy at Wolves.
"One day I woke up and Juventus wanted me, another Manchester United and what I know is that there were approaches made," Jimenez told TUDN .
"But an agreement was never reached and nothing was close. I'm very happy at Wolves.
"The truth is I am very happy in Wolverhampton. It's never wrong to be in a place where you are well but they know that I am not satisfied [with my form], I always look for more.
"It [a move] did not happen this time. If it happens at some point then it will have to be what is best for me, for Wolves and the team that I join.
"But I am very happy at Wolves and being considered a very important player."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Large police presence after man on bike 'shot at from passing vehicle'

A man has been taken to hospital after a shooting in Salford .
Police were called to Anson Street in Eccles at 8.15pm this evening ( Saturday 14 November ) to reports of a firearm discharge .
The victim , a 20-year-old male , is believed to have been on a bike when he was shot at by a passing vehicle , police said .
He was taken to hospital for treatment .
His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening .
No arrests have been made and an investigation has been launched by GMP to determine the circumstances of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Street has been cordoned off by officers , along with a house on Westbourne Road .
Several officers including CID could be seen looking at the ground with torches .
Pictures from the scene show a number of police vehicles , including a van parked near to the cordon .
A number of plain clothed detectives could also been arriving at the scene on Saturday night .
The latest incident comes after a 22-year-old man was shot just yards away , on Furrow Drive , in January this year .
It is not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A spokesperson for GMP said : `` Officers were called at 8.15pm this evening ( Saturday 14 November 2020 ) , to a report of a firearm discharge on Anson Street , Eccles .
`` Officers are in attendance and initial enquiries suggest that a man on a bike was shot at by a passing vehicle .
`` A 20-year-old man has been taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening .
`` No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing . ''
Anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number 2676 of 14/11/2020 .
Alternatively , details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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A man has been taken to hospital after a shooting in Salford.
Police were called to Anson Street in Eccles at 8.15pm this evening (Saturday 14 November) to reports of a firearm discharge.
The victim, a 20-year-old male, is believed to have been on a bike when he was shot at by a passing vehicle, police said.
He was taken to hospital for treatment. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
(Image: ASP)
No arrests have been made and an investigation has been launched by GMP to determine the circumstances of the shooting.
The entirety of Lambton Street has been cordoned off by officers, along with a house on Westbourne Road.
Several officers including CID could be seen looking at the ground with torches.
Pictures from the scene show a number of police vehicles, including a van parked near to the cordon.
(Image: ASP)
A number of plain clothed detectives could also been arriving at the scene on Saturday night.
The latest incident comes after a 22-year-old man was shot just yards away, on Furrow Drive, in January this year.
It is not clear if the two shootings are linked.
A spokesperson for GMP said: "Officers were called at 8.15pm this evening (Saturday 14 November 2020), to a report of a firearm discharge on Anson Street, Eccles.
(Image: ASP)
"Officers are in attendance and initial enquiries suggest that a man on a bike was shot at by a passing vehicle.
"A 20-year-old man has been taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening.
"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting incident number 2676 of 14/11/2020. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Prince Harry makes surprise appearance on Strictly

Prince Harry surprised Strictly Come Dancing viewers with an appearance on Saturday night 's show - and fans were all saying the same thing .
The Duke of Sussex popped up via a video link to wish his friend JJ Chalmers good luck on the BBC One dance show .
He made his first public appearance since he and his wife Meghan Markle stepped down as senior members of the royal family earlier this year to spur JJ on .
Strictly Come Dancing watchers took to Twitter to say how life in California is obviously suiting him .
`` Me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with good life !
Nice surprise seeing him on # BBCStrictly , '' tweeted one fan .
`` Yes prince Harry glowing and happy , '' said another .
`` How relaxed and happy did Prince Harry look on Strictly , '' said another .
Prince Harry greeted JJ and his professional dance partner Amy Dowden by saying : 'Nice tan JJ ! ''
And he explained : `` When I first met JJ he was a shell of himself but then to see you shine through Invictus and to be yourself again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amazing journey . ''
JJ , who performed a jive to Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy , told viewers : `` The simple fact is , if Prince Harry had not created the Invictus Games , I wouldn ’ t have had that catalyst moment to change my life forever . ''
Harry then joked : `` You 're definitely having an impact on society now especially when you 're wearing those tight blue shorts and the socks pulled up .
`` It does n't get better than that !
`` I 'm genuinely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , proving that you can actually do whatever you put your mind to which is amazing . ''
JJ is a TV presenter , public speaker and Invictus Games medallist who was injured in a bomb blast in Afghanistan in 2011 , while serving as a Royal Marine .
He lost two fingers , sustained facial injuries and suffered damage to his right elbow .
The dad-of-one remained in the Royal Marines during his rehab until 2016 and in 2014 JJ was a medallist in non-amputee cycling for Britain at the Invictus Games @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Harry and Meghan made the decision to step down as senior royals and moved to America with their baby son Archie Mountbatten-Windsor .

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Prince Harry surprised Strictly Come Dancing viewers with an appearance on Saturday night's show - and fans were all saying the same thing.
The Duke of Sussex popped up via a video link to wish his friend JJ Chalmers good luck on the BBC One dance show.
He made his first public appearance since he and his wife Meghan Markle stepped down as senior members of the royal family earlier this year to spur JJ on.
Strictly Come Dancing watchers took to Twitter to say how life in California is obviously suiting him.
(Image: BBC One)
"Me looking at how Prince Harry is glowing with good life! Nice surprise seeing him on #BBCStrictly," tweeted one fan.
"Yes prince Harry glowing and happy," said another.
"Me watching Prince Harry glowing," another commented.
"How relaxed and happy did Prince Harry look on Strictly," said another.
(Image: BBC One)
Prince Harry greeted JJ and his professional dance partner Amy Dowden by saying: 'Nice tan JJ!"
And he explained: "When I first met JJ he was a shell of himself but then to see you shine through Invictus and to be yourself again, that was the start of an amazing journey."
JJ, who performed a jive to Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, told viewers: "The simple fact is, if Prince Harry had not created the Invictus Games, I wouldn’t have had that catalyst moment to change my life forever."
Harry then joked: "You're definitely having an impact on society now especially when you're wearing those tight blue shorts and the socks pulled up.
"It doesn't get better than that!
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"I'm genuinely proud. You're not a dancer, proving that you can actually do whatever you put your mind to which is amazing."
JJ is a TV presenter, public speaker and Invictus Games medallist who was injured in a bomb blast in Afghanistan in 2011, while serving as a Royal Marine.
He lost two fingers, sustained facial injuries and suffered damage to his right elbow.
The dad-of-one remained in the Royal Marines during his rehab until 2016 and in 2014 JJ was a medallist in non-amputee cycling for Britain at the Invictus Games, which was launched by Prince Harry.
Harry and Meghan made the decision to step down as senior royals and moved to America with their baby son Archie Mountbatten-Windsor.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Gary Barlow on being affected by 'haters' in heartfelt chat with his fans

Gary Barlow has admitted to supportive fans that he ca n't help being affected by 'haters . '
Singer Gary shot to fame in the early 90s with the Manchester boy band Take That and before fame he was singing on the northern club circuit since he was in his teens .
The Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriter said in a frank heart-to-heart with his followers that he 's had critics throughout his career and their words do sometimes get to him .
The pop superstar answered honestly when one follower asked him during a Twitter Q & A : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ haters ? ''
And he replied : `` For as long as I ’ ve been an artist they 've been there - I ’ d like to say I don ’ t care but sometimes I do . ''
Concerned fans rushed to show their love for the 49-year-old Back For Good hitmaker who is back with a new solo album Music Played By Humans , and he says he 's thankful for the support of his 'GB Army . '
`` I think your support far outweighs the haters ! ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ very protected by the army - thank god hey !
!
!
! ''
he replied .
`` Do n't care about them Gaz ... not worth a minute of your time '' said another of his 'army . '
`` There are way more people who love you !
!
!
Focus on that ! ''
another told him .
`` People can only pretend words do n't effect them for so long , '' another fan sympathised .
`` But you fans love you more , '' another told him .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' said another supporter .
In the Q & A Gary said he 'd love to duet with fellow singer Sam Smith .
And he said he was seeing former bandmate Robbie Williams next week when asked if the pair , who duetted on Shame , had any future plans .
`` Omg this makes me happy !
Xx `` said one fan .
`` Share with us , '' another urged .
Gary also said he 'd 'had enough ' of the second lockdown .
`` What have you enjoyed most of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was asked .
`` Nothing , I 've had enough now , '' he replied .
He signed off by teasing that their questions were 'too tame tonight ' and told fans jokingly : `` You ’ re losing your edge . ''

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Gary Barlow has admitted to supportive fans that he can't help being affected by 'haters.'
Singer Gary shot to fame in the early 90s with the Manchester boy band Take That and before fame he was singing on the northern club circuit since he was in his teens.
The Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriter said in a frank heart-to-heart with his followers that he's had critics throughout his career and their words do sometimes get to him.
The pop superstar answered honestly when one follower asked him during a Twitter Q&A: "@GaryBarlow how do you deal with haters?"
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And he replied: "For as long as I’ve been an artist they've been there - I’d like to say I don’t care but sometimes I do."
Concerned fans rushed to show their love for the 49-year-old Back For Good hitmaker who is back with a new solo album Music Played By Humans, and he says he's thankful for the support of his 'GB Army.'
"I think your support far outweighs the haters!" said one fan.
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"I feel very protected by the army - thank god hey!!!!" he replied.
"Don't care about them Gaz...not worth a minute of your time" said another of his 'army.'
"There are way more people who love you!!! Focus on that!" another told him.
"People can only pretend words don't effect them for so long," another fan sympathised.
"Love you Gaz."
"But you fans love you more," another told him.
"Ignore the haters just jealous," said another supporter.
In the Q&A Gary said he'd love to duet with fellow singer Sam Smith.
And he said he was seeing former bandmate Robbie Williams next week when asked if the pair, who duetted on Shame, had any future plans.
"Omg this makes me happy! Xx " said one fan.
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"Exciting!" said another.
"Share with us," another urged.
Gary also said he'd 'had enough' of the second lockdown.
"What have you enjoyed most of this second lock down?" he was asked.
"Nothing, I've had enough now," he replied.
He signed off by teasing that their questions were 'too tame tonight' and told fans jokingly: "You’re losing your edge."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Pictures show Audi supercar after driver ploughed into grass embankment

Pictures show an Audi supercar after it crashed into a grass embankment on Princess Parkway in Hulme .
The grey @ @ @ @ @ spun off the main road and carried on for a considerable way up the grass @ @ @ @ @ stop .
Air bags on both the passenger and driver side appear to have been @ @ @ @ @ The male driver of the supercar does n't appear to have been injured in the @ @ @ @ @ vehicle having come to a stop at a different angle to the direction of traffic @ @ @ @ @ appears to have remained largely intact during the crash , with some damage to the @ @ @ @ @ The speed limit along Princess Parkway is 30mph .
A police traffic officer attended the @ @ @ @ @ the driver of where his car was being recovered to .
No emergency services were @ @ @ @ @ the crash .

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Pictures show an Audi supercar after it crashed into a grass embankment on Princess Parkway in Hulme.
The grey Audi R8 appears to have spun off the main road and carried on for a considerable way up the grass verge before coming to a stop.
Air bags on both the passenger and driver side appear to have been activated during the crash.
The male driver of the supercar doesn't appear to have been injured in the collision.
(Image: ASP)
Pictures show the vehicle having come to a stop at a different angle to the direction of traffic.
Miraculously, the car appears to have remained largely intact during the crash, with some damage to the front bumper and wheels.
The speed limit along Princess Parkway is 30mph.
A police traffic officer attended the incident, and reportedly informed the driver of where his car was being recovered to.
No emergency services were seen at the scene of the crash.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Tyson Fury's wife to join Loose Women panel

She proved to be knockout when she appeared a guest on the ITV chat show , and now Paris Fury is to become a regular panellist .
Paris , the wife of heavyweight boxing champ Tyson Fury , went down a storm with viewers in September and she 'll make her debut on the popular panel show on Friday .
She impressed fans with her 'wise and articulate ' interview via a video link , and viewers have been since calling for her to become a permanent Loose Woman .
Paris won show bosses over with her calm and collected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her video chat with the Loose Women panel , reports the Mirror .
A show insider said : “ Paris proved a huge hit .
She really impressed bosses and viewers alike .
“ They loved how she showed she ’ s a very strong woman behind one of the strongest men in the world .
`` During that guest appearance , Paris was interrupted by one of the couple ’ s five kids but carried on regardless . ''
`` Could we maybe have Paris on the show permanently ? ''
asked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 30 , will take part in the show ’ s varied debates as well as opening up about her life with Tyson .
The show source added : “ She ’ s a mum , so she ’ s really relatable .
`` She was completely unflustered when her son gatecrashed her interview last time she was on .
“ She ’ s a natural on live TV and has a smart , spirited take on the world .
`` Like her husband Tyson , she pulls no punches.
” Paris appeared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she helped transform her husband from a shy boy to a confident boxer .
Tyson , 32 , from Wythenshawe , and Paris met as teenagers and they have five children .
At 17 Tyson told Paris that he was going to become a champion boxer .
`` He said ' I 'm going to be the English champion ' , '' she told the Loose Women .
Recalling how she helped to coax him out of shell , she said : `` Tyson was always more stand back a bit .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ why are you being shy ? '
`` I created the monster that is Tyson Fury today . ''

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She proved to be knockout when she appeared a guest on the ITV chat show, and now Paris Fury is to become a regular panellist.
Paris, the wife of heavyweight boxing champ Tyson Fury, went down a storm with viewers in September and she'll make her debut on the popular panel show on Friday.
She impressed fans with her 'wise and articulate' interview via a video link, and viewers have been since calling for her to become a permanent Loose Woman.
Paris won show bosses over with her calm and collected behaviour when one of her children interrupted her video chat with the Loose Women panel, reports the Mirror.
A show insider said: “Paris proved a huge hit. She really impressed bosses and viewers alike.
(Image: ITV)
“They loved how she showed she’s a very strong woman behind one of the strongest men in the world.
"During that guest appearance, Paris was interrupted by one of the couple’s five kids but carried on regardless."
"Could we maybe have Paris on the show permanently?" asked one viewer.
"She’s a breath of fresh air!!! "cried another.
(Image: Getty Images)
As a panellist Paris, 30, will take part in the show’s varied debates as well as opening up about her life with Tyson.
The show source added: “She’s a mum, so she’s really relatable.
"She was completely unflustered when her son gatecrashed her interview last time she was on.
“She’s a natural on live TV and has a smart, spirited take on the world.
"Like her husband Tyson, she pulls no punches.”
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Paris appeared on the show to talk about how she helped transform her husband from a shy boy to a confident boxer.
Tyson, 32, from Wythenshawe, and Paris met as teenagers and they have five children.
At 17 Tyson told Paris that he was going to become a champion boxer.
"He said 'I'm going to be the English champion'," she told the Loose Women.
Recalling how she helped to coax him out of shell, she said: "Tyson was always more stand back a bit.
"I would 'say stand up tall, why are you being shy?'
"I created the monster that is Tyson Fury today."
Loose Women airs weekdays at 12.30pm on ITV.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Strictly apologises after Max George lets slip the F-word live on TV

Strictly Come Dancing apologised to viewers after contestant Max George let slip the F-word during tonight 's live show .
Fans of the BBC dance show clocked The Wanted singer cheering “ f****** get in ” as he triumphantly ended his American Smooth performance to It Had To Be You with Dianne Buswell .
Max , from Salford , had fans reaching for the remote to check that he really had sworn .
`` At the very end of the dance when they were in the final position he dropped the f bomb because he was so happy how it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it , '' explained one fan on Twitter .
Host Claudia Winkleman apologised to viewers at home for the bad language .
As she ended her chat with ex marine JJ Chalmers and his pro dance partner Amy Dowden she said : `` I also just want to quickly apologise for some language earlier that involved Max .
`` I do n't know the details , I do n't know if you heard .
`` If you did we 're deeply sorry .
Even if you did n't hear we 're sorry .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ SHOW , '' shouted one viewer on Twitter .
But others were sympathetic .
`` Give him a break , '' said one .
`` It slipped out ... '' said another and another viewer said it was 'hardly noticeable . '
Another Strictly Come Dancing fan said it was clearly blurted out in the 'heat of the moment ' and with 'adrenalin pumping . '
`` It just shows how much it matters to him .
It 's not the end of the world .
It 's not even the end of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Awwwh bless him , honestly did n't pick up on it , '' another tweeted .
Max is following in the footsteps of his bandmate Jay McGuinness who lifted the Glitterball trophy in 2015 .
Last Saturday Max and Dianne ruffled feathers when they transformed into Homer and Marge Simpson for their dance to The Simpsons theme song .
Mid-performance Dianne sat on a chair and flashed a pair of granny pants to the nation .
Although the performance received a generally positive response , some viewers were not impressed with spotting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

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Strictly Come Dancing apologised to viewers after contestant Max George let slip the F-word during tonight's live show.
Fans of the BBC dance show clocked The Wanted singer cheering “f****** get in” as he triumphantly ended his American Smooth performance to It Had To Be You with Dianne Buswell.
Max, from Salford, had fans reaching for the remote to check that he really had sworn.
"At the very end of the dance when they were in the final position he dropped the f bomb because he was so happy how it went! But you could barely hear it," explained one fan on Twitter.
(Image: BBC)
Host Claudia Winkleman apologised to viewers at home for the bad language.
As she ended her chat with ex marine JJ Chalmers and his pro dance partner Amy Dowden she said: "I also just want to quickly apologise for some language earlier that involved Max.
"I don't know the details, I don't know if you heard.
(Image: BBC One)
"If you did we're deeply sorry. Even if you didn't hear we're sorry."
"MAX THIS IS A FAMILY SHOW," shouted one viewer on Twitter.
But others were sympathetic.
"Give him a break," said one.
"It slipped out..." said another and another viewer said it was 'hardly noticeable.'
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Another Strictly Come Dancing fan said it was clearly blurted out in the 'heat of the moment' and with 'adrenalin pumping.'
"It just shows how much it matters to him. It's not the end of the world. It's not even the end of the day," reasoned another.
"Awwwh bless him, honestly didn't pick up on it," another tweeted.
Max is following in the footsteps of his bandmate Jay McGuinness who lifted the Glitterball trophy in 2015.
Last Saturday Max and Dianne ruffled feathers when they transformed into Homer and Marge Simpson for their dance to The Simpsons theme song.
Mid-performance Dianne sat on a chair and flashed a pair of granny pants to the nation.
Although the performance received a generally positive response, some viewers were not impressed with spotting Marge's underwear, reported the Mirror.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man Utd identify new transfer target to partner Maguire and more rumours

There 's a new name being linked with Manchester United to solve their defensive issues - David Carmo .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is still looking to sign a new left-sided defender who can partner Harry Maguire , with Victor Lindelof , Eric Bailly and Axel Tuanzebe all used at the back this season .
Lindelof is Maguire 's most regular partner , but some question marks have been raised over his long-term future at United .
Now , ESPN report that Braga 's Portuguese defender Carmo is one of the players United are showing an interest in .
It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shown an interest in the 21-year-old while Fiorentina and Roma both enquired about the defender in the summer .
Carmo started this season as first choice for Braga , but is currently serving a suspension after being sent off against Guimaraes last month .
He is capped up to under 20 level for Portugual and has 27 senior appearances to his name in total .
Meanwhile , Record say Sporting have moved to try and ward of supposed interest in their young defender Nuno Mendes by raising his release clause .
Mendes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ current contract , and he has become a regular this season after making his debut earlier this year .
The left-back is said to be wanted by United , along with Liverpool , AC Milan and Arsenal , so the report says Sporting will offer him a new deal with a higher release clause .
United entered the international break by winning what was arguably their most important match of the season at Everton on Saturday .
The under-pressure Reds came from behind to beat the Toffees thanks to Bruno Fernandes ' double @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United .
United have a two-week break with many of their stars heading off on international duty - we 'll be keeping tabs on how they all perform , and on preparations for their next Premier League match against West Brom .
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That would see his release clause rise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say might price United out of a deal .
Finally , HLN say Southampton are preparing a €25m January offer for former United winger Adnan Januzaj in January .
If that was to happen , United could be in line for a €7.5m share of that fee due to the sell-on clause included in the deal to sell the Belgian .

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There's a new name being linked with Manchester United to solve their defensive issues - David Carmo.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is still looking to sign a new left-sided defender who can partner Harry Maguire, with Victor Lindelof, Eric Bailly and Axel Tuanzebe all used at the back this season. Lindelof is Maguire's most regular partner, but some question marks have been raised over his long-term future at United.
Now, ESPN report that Braga's Portuguese defender Carmo is one of the players United are showing an interest in.
It is suggested other Premier League clubs have also shown an interest in the 21-year-old while Fiorentina and Roma both enquired about the defender in the summer.
Carmo started this season as first choice for Braga, but is currently serving a suspension after being sent off against Guimaraes last month. He is capped up to under 20 level for Portugual and has 27 senior appearances to his name in total.
Meanwhile, Record say Sporting have moved to try and ward of supposed interest in their young defender Nuno Mendes by raising his release clause.
Mendes, 18, is not long into his current contract, and he has become a regular this season after making his debut earlier this year.
The left-back is said to be wanted by United, along with Liverpool, AC Milan and Arsenal, so the report says Sporting will offer him a new deal with a higher release clause.
That would see his release clause rise from £40m to £62m, which they say might price United out of a deal.
Finally, HLN say Southampton are preparing a €25m January offer for former United winger Adnan Januzaj in January. If that was to happen, United could be in line for a €7.5m share of that fee due to the sell-on clause included in the deal to sell the Belgian.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Strictly viewers are missing Motsi as they give their verdict on Anton

She 's missing from this week 's Strictly Come Dancing and viewers have taken to social media to say they 're missing judge Motsi Mabuse .
Fans flocked to Twitter to wish Motsi well after it was announced that the Strictly Come Dancing star is self-isolating at home after returning to the UK from Germany in line with the latest government travel restrictions .
Motsi , 39 , revealed her urgent trip to Germany was because she was working with police after someone had tried to break into her dance school .
The dancer said : `` Unfortunately we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ break into our school @ motsimabuse_taunustanzschule .
`` We are working with the police to solve this crime .
We know we have been targeted on purpose and we will improve security in our school that this will not happen again . ''
Earlier in the week she confirmed to fans she would not be unable to film for the show but hoped to make a virtual appearance from her living room .
`` Aw I miss Motsi .
I thought she was going to be zooming ? ''
asked one fan .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ her while she 's in quarantine .
Anton , who was the first to be eliminated from this series with former home secretary Jacqui Smith , has said he is “ honoured ” to have been asked to temporarily fill in for the judge , and he received the thumbs-up from fans of the much-loved BBC dance show .
`` Missing @ MOTSI_MABUSE this week but Anton is a bloody brilliant judge , '' said one fan .
Another told Motsi : `` We miss you !
am loving Anton as a judge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have Anton judging pls , '' asked another .
And another commented : `` I love Anton as a judge . ''

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She's missing from this week's Strictly Come Dancing and viewers have taken to social media to say they're missing judge Motsi Mabuse.
Fans flocked to Twitter to wish Motsi well after it was announced that the Strictly Come Dancing star is self-isolating at home after returning to the UK from Germany in line with the latest government travel restrictions.
Motsi, 39, revealed her urgent trip to Germany was because she was working with police after someone had tried to break into her dance school.
The dancer said: "Unfortunately we have no good news. Someone tried to break into our school @motsimabuse_taunustanzschule.
(Image: BBC)
"We are working with the police to solve this crime. We know we have been targeted on purpose and we will improve security in our school that this will not happen again."
Earlier in the week she confirmed to fans she would not be unable to film for the show but hoped to make a virtual appearance from her living room.
"Aw I miss Motsi. I thought she was going to be zooming?" asked one fan.
(Image: BBC)
"Bring back Motsi queen!" tweeted another.
"I miss Motsi" commented another.
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Professional dancer Anton Du Beke is replacing her while she's in quarantine.
Anton, who was the first to be eliminated from this series with former home secretary Jacqui Smith, has said he is “honoured” to have been asked to temporarily fill in for the judge, and he received the thumbs-up from fans of the much-loved BBC dance show.
"Missing @MOTSI_MABUSE this week but Anton is a bloody brilliant judge," said one fan.
Another told Motsi: "We miss you! am loving Anton as a judge though."
"Can we permanently have Anton judging pls," asked another.
And another commented: "I love Anton as a judge."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man Utd and Man City bosses reveal half time team talks from WSL derby

Casey Stoney wanted her Manchester United side to believe in themselves in the second half of their derby draw with Manchester City after finding themselves two goals down at half time .
City , who had been relentless in the opening 45 minutes , could have been further ahead but for a mixture of wayward finishing and some good last-ditch defending .
Manager Gareth Taylor tasked his side with keeping the same levels of performance up , but it turned out to be Stoney 's United players who reacted better to their half time team talk .
`` I take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Stoney told BT Sport .
`` I think I got the press wrong so I had to change that at half time to make sure we pressed differently because I think they were picking us off .
`` I think the players were incredible in the second half .
I think I 'm more proud of today - because we were 2-0 down and the mentality shift - we might have folded last year .
I think we were unfortunate in the end not to win it .
`` It 's not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ credit to them because they come on and they really apply themselves .
There 's a mindset now , a mentality shift .
We can go toe-to-toe and we can beat teams .
2-0 down against Man City is not an easy feat at half time and they 've come out and been the far better team .
`` That second-half performance was for our fans , to make sure we got that result in the Manchester derby which is really important for them . ''
Taylor , on the other hand , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first half performance that saw Chloe Kelly and Laura Coombs score , but less so with the second half as United came out of the blocks when Tobin Heath and Kirsty Hanson earned a point for United .
`` I thought we looked dangerous , played through them in the first half , created numerous chances , '' Taylor said .
`` We just needed to stick a few more away .
But the effort and attitude and some of the football we played in the first half was top class .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ second half .
I think we were so in control in the first half , absolutely bossed the game .
We could have arguably been two goals better than what we were - we 're probably looking at a three or four goal scoreline with the opportunities we created .
`` But at half time it was a good situation to be in and looking at implementing our game in the second period which I did n't think we did enough of .
It 's disappointing , it feels like three points dropped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were in . ''
Watch Laura Coombs and Tobin Heath 's derby goals either side of half time : Looking ahead , Stoney said that remaining top of the league - until Arsenal face Chelsea on Sunday at least - is irrelevant , later adding that she still does n't class United as title contenders .
`` It [ being top of the table ] does n't matter , '' Stoney added .
`` It 's November .
Even the first half today showed the last game does n't matter .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consistent level week in week out and we know we ca n't concede those sort of goals and play like we did in the first half and that was enough motivation to make sure we keep going to the next level . ''
Taylor , though , is looking for his side to build up a winning run to catch back up with United at the top of the league .
`` It 's still early days but we could have gone within two points , '' Taylor said .
`` We looked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We do n't want teams to get too far away from us .
I 've always been confident with the higher levels this season that teams will take points off each other .
It ’ s disappointing today and we need to make sure we drop minimal points between now and the end of the season . ''

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Casey Stoney wanted her Manchester United side to believe in themselves in the second half of their derby draw with Manchester City after finding themselves two goals down at half time.
City, who had been relentless in the opening 45 minutes, could have been further ahead but for a mixture of wayward finishing and some good last-ditch defending. Manager Gareth Taylor tasked his side with keeping the same levels of performance up, but it turned out to be Stoney's United players who reacted better to their half time team talk.
"I take full responsibility for the first half," Stoney told BT Sport. "I think I got the press wrong so I had to change that at half time to make sure we pressed differently because I think they were picking us off.
"I think the players were incredible in the second half. I think I'm more proud of today - because we were 2-0 down and the mentality shift - we might have folded last year. I think we were unfortunate in the end not to win it.
"It's not credit to my substitutions, it's credit to them because they come on and they really apply themselves. There's a mindset now, a mentality shift. We can go toe-to-toe and we can beat teams. 2-0 down against Man City is not an easy feat at half time and they've come out and been the far better team.
"That second-half performance was for our fans, to make sure we got that result in the Manchester derby which is really important for them."
Taylor, on the other hand, was understandably pleased with his side's first half performance that saw Chloe Kelly and Laura Coombs score, but less so with the second half as United came out of the blocks when Tobin Heath and Kirsty Hanson earned a point for United.
"I thought we looked dangerous, played through them in the first half, created numerous chances," Taylor said. "We just needed to stick a few more away. But the effort and attitude and some of the football we played in the first half was top class.
"I'm a bit disappointed with the second half. I think we were so in control in the first half, absolutely bossed the game. We could have arguably been two goals better than what we were - we're probably looking at a three or four goal scoreline with the opportunities we created.
"But at half time it was a good situation to be in and looking at implementing our game in the second period which I didn't think we did enough of. It's disappointing, it feels like three points dropped, especially in the commanding position we were in."
Watch Laura Coombs and Tobin Heath's derby goals either side of half time:
Looking ahead, Stoney said that remaining top of the league - until Arsenal face Chelsea on Sunday at least - is irrelevant, later adding that she still doesn't class United as title contenders.
"It [being top of the table] doesn't matter," Stoney added. "It's November. Even the first half today showed the last game doesn't matter.
"It's about performing and being at that consistent level week in week out and we know we can't concede those sort of goals and play like we did in the first half and that was enough motivation to make sure we keep going to the next level."
Taylor, though, is looking for his side to build up a winning run to catch back up with United at the top of the league.
"It's still early days but we could have gone within two points," Taylor said.
"We looked comfortable and like it would happen. We don't want teams to get too far away from us. I've always been confident with the higher levels this season that teams will take points off each other. It’s disappointing today and we need to make sure we drop minimal points between now and the end of the season."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Manchester United news and transfers RECAP

Manchester United have no plans to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo , despite recent reports .
Transfer gossip columns have been filled @ @ @ @ @ United could look to sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner in the next summer transfer @ @ @ @ @ future at Juventus .
A report in Argentina suggested Ronaldo was 'tempted ' by the @ @ @ @ @ Manchester while one outlet in Portugal even suggested United had made a 'formal offer ' @ @ @ @ @ to Old Trafford .
However , MEN Sport understand that not to be the case @ @ @ @ @ the suggestion any deal was currently being discussed .
Ronaldo 's contract does not expire @ @ @ @ @ not only have to match his high wage demands themselves but also pay a transfer @ @ @ @ @ .
It makes the prospect of a deal highly unlikely considering United did not sign @ @ @ @ @ transfer window over similar concerns about the overall cost of such a deal in the @ @ @ @

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Richard Fay, Joe Bray)

Manchester United have no plans to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo, despite recent reports.
Transfer gossip columns have been filled this week by the suggestion United could look to sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner in the next summer transfer window amid uncertainty over his future at Juventus.
A report in Argentina suggested Ronaldo was 'tempted' by the prospect of a return to Manchester while one outlet in Portugal even suggested United had made a 'formal offer' to bring the superstar back to Old Trafford.
However, MEN Sport understand that not to be the case with United sources laughing off the suggestion any deal was currently being discussed.
Ronaldo's contract does not expire until 2022 so United would not only have to match his high wage demands themselves but also pay a transfer fee to secure his exit.
It makes the prospect of a deal highly unlikely considering United did not sign Jadon Sancho in the summer transfer window over similar concerns about the overall cost of such a deal in the coronavirus financial climate.
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