themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Odion Ighalo is doing even better for Man United than fans think

Odion Ighalo ’ s most effective Manchester United performance was also his most ineffective .
Ighalo 's cameo against Manchester City is his only United appearance where he did not manage an attempt at goal .
Ighalo emerged in the 88th minute with the sole intention of seeing out the match and did so superbly ; marrying the touch of Dimitar Berbatov with the game-management of Teddy Sheringham .
The only time Ighalo ceded possession was from a hoik by David de Gea that he cushioned slightly heavily , and even then Fernandinho was rushed into sending the ball airborne @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keen to stress there was no option to buy Ighalo on that lively deadline evening and the suits may start to wonder whether they underestimated Ighalo ’ s efficacy .
Ighalo has four goals in three starts , his presence affords regulars to rest and his manager to rotate .
He is adept with his back to goal or facing the goal ; two characteristics essential for a back-up striker .
Maybe the only blemish is all of Ighalo ’ s goals have come in the cup competitions and he wasted his biggest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Everton .
As laudable as Jordan Pickford ’ s reflexes were , Ighalo ’ s reaction suggested he shouldn ’ t have given the ‘ keeper a prayer .
Excluding the selfless cameo in the derby , Ighalo does not struggle for chances .
In 356 minutes of playing time for United , he has had 18 shots and 10 of them have been on target .
He is averaging 4.55 shots per 90 minutes .
Ighalo was involved before he kicked a ball for United at Chelsea , where he was clapping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the first to mob Harry Maguire in the celebrations in front of the Shed End .
As Ighalo prepared to come on , an ignoramus behind the dugout shouted , ‘ go back to China ’ at him .
Ighalo has an infectious enthusiasm and just smiled .
Those five minutes at Stamford Bridge were a sign of things to come .
Fred ’ s bullying of Jorginho sent Ighalo through one-on-one yet his strike was too central and Willy Caballero jutted out a leg to block the ball .
On his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ struck with composure from an acute angle but Adam Masina deviated the shot onto the upright .
Simon Mignolet denied him a second in the 5-0 drubbing of Club Brugge , and that excitable streak that has endeared Ighalo to the United supporters contributed to a reckless effort that might otherwise have secured the match ball at Derby County .
It is moot to compare Ighalo ’ s attacking statistics with Anthony Martial ’ s when the Frenchman has started all four Premier League games Ighalo has been available for .
Martial ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goals and he has scored in four out of five starts since Ighalo arrived .
Martial or Ighalo have scored in seven of the last eight for United .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is an ideal mentor to manage a back-up striker from his own playing experiences in a run-in , whenever United ’ s resumes .
In 1999 , Solskjaer was third , sometimes fourth-choice , up front but started the coruscating FA Cup semi-final replay against Arsenal at Villa Park and the Wembley final stroll over Newcastle .
Those were the days @ @ @ @ @ @ @ final Solskjaer had not played in over a month , partly due to international commitments with Norway that clashed with United ’ s Premier League programme .
Solskjaer was restricted to 37 appearances that season and still plundered 18 goals .
His introduction in Barcelona marked his first Champions League appearance since November 4 .
He did not just see out the game .

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Odion Ighalo’s most effective Manchester United performance was also his most ineffective. Ighalo's cameo against Manchester City is his only United appearance where he did not manage an attempt at goal.
Ighalo emerged in the 88th minute with the sole intention of seeing out the match and did so superbly; marrying the touch of Dimitar Berbatov with the game-management of Teddy Sheringham. The only time Ighalo ceded possession was from a hoik by David de Gea that he cushioned slightly heavily, and even then Fernandinho was rushed into sending the ball airborne, killing more time.
United were keen to stress there was no option to buy Ighalo on that lively deadline evening and the suits may start to wonder whether they underestimated Ighalo’s efficacy. Ighalo has four goals in three starts, his presence affords regulars to rest and his manager to rotate. He is adept with his back to goal or facing the goal; two characteristics essential for a back-up striker.
Maybe the only blemish is all of Ighalo’s goals have come in the cup competitions and he wasted his biggest chance - in the dying embers at Everton. As laudable as Jordan Pickford’s reflexes were, Ighalo’s reaction suggested he shouldn’t have given the ‘keeper a prayer.
Excluding the selfless cameo in the derby, Ighalo does not struggle for chances. In 356 minutes of playing time for United, he has had 18 shots and 10 of them have been on target. He is averaging 4.55 shots per 90 minutes.
Ighalo was involved before he kicked a ball for United at Chelsea, where he was clapping away encouragingly whilst warming up and one of the first to mob Harry Maguire in the celebrations in front of the Shed End. As Ighalo prepared to come on, an ignoramus behind the dugout shouted, ‘go back to China’ at him. Ighalo has an infectious enthusiasm and just smiled.
Those five minutes at Stamford Bridge were a sign of things to come. Fred’s bullying of Jorginho sent Ighalo through one-on-one yet his strike was too central and Willy Caballero jutted out a leg to block the ball. On his home debut six days later, he struck with composure from an acute angle but Adam Masina deviated the shot onto the upright.
Simon Mignolet denied him a second in the 5-0 drubbing of Club Brugge, and that excitable streak that has endeared Ighalo to the United supporters contributed to a reckless effort that might otherwise have secured the match ball at Derby County.
It is moot to compare Ighalo’s attacking statistics with Anthony Martial’s when the Frenchman has started all four Premier League games Ighalo has been available for. Martial’s hit-rate has to be measured by goals and he has scored in four out of five starts since Ighalo arrived. Martial or Ighalo have scored in seven of the last eight for United.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is an ideal mentor to manage a back-up striker from his own playing experiences in a run-in, whenever United’s resumes. In 1999, Solskjaer was third, sometimes fourth-choice, up front but started the coruscating FA Cup semi-final replay against Arsenal at Villa Park and the Wembley final stroll over Newcastle.
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Those were the days of five substitutes and before the Cup final Solskjaer had not played in over a month, partly due to international commitments with Norway that clashed with United’s Premier League programme. Solskjaer was restricted to 37 appearances that season and still plundered 18 goals. His introduction in Barcelona marked his first Champions League appearance since November 4. He did not just see out the game.
Ighalo shot stats (shots/shots on target):
LASK Linz: 4/2
Manchester City: 0
Derby County: 5/3
Everton: 1/1
Club Brugge: 4/2
Watford: 2/1
Club Brugge: 1/0
Chelsea: 1/1


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--SPONSORED: Enjoy Indian cuisine at home with Zouk’s £20 family bundle

It ’ s a difficult time for many of us , especially our local bars and restaurants .
Since we ’ re being advised to stay at home , it ’ s really important to support these businesses in their time of need whilst ensuring we keep healthy and well fed .
Indian and Pakistani restaurant Zouk are now offering free home delivery on all orders placed directly with them , within three miles , meaning you can indulge in delicious food while relaxing at home with your loved ones .
Best of all , they ’ re offering a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dishes to enjoy together for just £20 .
Or if you do n't fancy that , you can get 20 % off all dishes from the rest of the menu if ordered directly with Zouk with our exclusive code below .
What does the family bundle include ?
Zouk offers a delightful blend of Indian and Pakistani dishes , featuring plenty of sumptuous curries and doughy naans made to perfection .
And now the restaurant wants to ensure there ’ s something for everyone to enjoy in the comfort of their home with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ package includes everyone ’ s favourite crunchy poppadoms and a selection of fine pickles to start .
For mains , there ’ s the classic chicken tikka masala , lamb handi and vegetable biryani for the whole family to tuck into .
Paired with two naan breads , it ’ s the perfect assortment for your family night in .
What else can I order ?
From curries , steaks and gourmet burgers to vegetarian and vegan options , Zouk ’ s main menu features plenty of flavoursome dishes that can be delivered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , mains and even desserts available , you can enjoy a full course meal without lifting a finger in the kitchen .
Popular starters from the main menu include the tandoori mixed grill , crispy calamari and the succulent punjabi lollipops .
Mains that won ’ t go amiss are of course the chicken jalfrezi , chicken korma and lamb nihari , or why not try a vegetarian bindi or vegan masala - accompanied with pilau rice , chips and a side of mango chutney .
And finally for dessert , finish with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
For Mother 's Day Zouk are adding their spiced Sunday lunches to the menu , meaning you can order a whole balochi sauce-marinated roast chicken for two or sajji raan leg of lamb for up to five people to enjoy at home .
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It’s a difficult time for many of us, especially our local bars and restaurants.
Since we’re being advised to stay at home, it’s really important to support these businesses in their time of need whilst ensuring we keep healthy and well fed.
Indian and Pakistani restaurant Zouk are now offering home delivery on all orders placed through Deliveroo within three miles of the restaurant, meaning you can indulge in delicious food while relaxing at home with your loved ones.
Best of all, they’re offering a family bundle with a range of delicious dishes to enjoy together for just £20.
What does the family bundle include?
Zouk offers a delightful blend of Indian and Pakistani dishes, featuring plenty of sumptuous curries and doughy naans made to perfection.
And now the restaurant wants to ensure there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the comfort of their home with the family bundle for £20.
The package includes everyone’s favourite crunchy poppadoms and a selection of fine pickles to start.
For mains, there’s the classic chicken tikka masala, lamb handi and vegetable biryani for the whole family to tuck into.
Paired with two naan breads, it’s the perfect assortment for your family night in.
What else can I order?
From curries, steaks and gourmet burgers to vegetarian and vegan options, Zouk’s main menu features plenty of flavoursome dishes that can be delivered direct to your door.
With starters, mains and even desserts available, you can enjoy a full course meal without lifting a finger in the kitchen.
Popular starters from the main menu include the tandoori mixed grill, crispy calamari and the succulent punjabi lollipops.
Mains that won’t go amiss are of course the chicken jalfrezi, chicken korma and lamb nihari, or why not try a vegetarian bindi or vegan masala - accompanied with pilau rice, chips and a side of mango chutney.
And finally for dessert, finish with the Mumbai mess or chocolate cookie truffles.
View the full menu available to be delivered here.
All orders must be placed through Deliveroo. Home delivery costs £4.49.
Alternatively, you can collect your order from the restaurant between 4 to 10pm every day.
Terms and conditions:
* The restaurant will deliver within a 3 mile radius
* If you live in the city centre, you can collect your order from the restaurant using their contactless system
* When entering the restaurant you must ensure you follow all social distancing and hygiene measures


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Shoppers threaten to boycott Wilko as they plan to 'slash sick pay'

Shoppers have threatened to boycott Wilko after GMB union says the hardware store is set to slash sick pay for tens of thousands of retail and distribution workers .
People have headed to social media to share their concerns for staff members at this unprecedented time amid coronavirus , which currently sees employees up and down the country off sick if they are diagnosed or in self-isolation if they are suffering from symptoms .
A number of shoppers have compared the retailer to Home Bargains , who on Wednesday evening revealed they have created a £30million fund to financially support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However , a spokesperson from Wilko has said the move is to reduce their high sickness absence levels to be in line with 'industry standard ' .
They say it is in no way related to the Covid-19 outbreak and assured that team members will be paid sick pay if they need time off as a result of the virus .
But in a petition created by the union , they argue : `` Under the cruel plans there would be no company sick pay after the first occasion of sickness and anyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less than a year is entitled to no sick pay at all from Wilko .
`` Even long-standing staff would only be eligible for sick pay on one occasion per year . ''
As part of the backlash , the union went on to say Wilko is now facing potential strike action .
In support of Wilko staff , one Twitter-user expressed : `` I use Wilko all the time but I 'll never set foot in another Wilko if you refuse to care for your employees .
`` Put your money where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that you truly value them .
People have long memories # wilkosick I 'll be boycotting you til you step up . ''
Another said : `` I urge everyone to teach this greedy nasty company a lesson by boycotting them even if you need things .
There are other stores . ''
A spokesperson from wilko said : “ We have been a family friendly company for 90 years and we remain so .
“ We have been talking to the GMB about our pressing need to reduce our high sickness absence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them in line with our competitors .
“ We have a generous company sick pay policy which is over and above the market .
In some areas of our business , absence levels are double that of the industry standard and this is a real concern for us .
“ Our plan is to take steps to bring our company sick pay into line with the industry standard for retail to be competitive in the marketplace for our customers .
“ This is not related in any way to the Covid-19 outbreak .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ PHE advice , should any team members need time off as a result of Covid-19 , they will be paid Company Sick Pay as an exceptional circumstance.
” You can read the full petition by GMB Union here : https : //www.gmb.org.uk/campaign/wilko-dont-scrap-sick-pay

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Shoppers have threatened to boycott Wilko after GMB union says the hardware store is set to slash sick pay for tens of thousands of retail and distribution workers.
People have headed to social media to share their concerns for staff members at this unprecedented time amid coronavirus, which currently sees employees up and down the country off sick if they are diagnosed or in self-isolation if they are suffering from symptoms.
A number of shoppers have compared the retailer to Home Bargains, who on Wednesday evening revealed they have created a £30million fund to financially support their workers during this turbulent period.
However, a spokesperson from Wilko has said the move is to reduce their high sickness absence levels to be in line with 'industry standard'.
They say it is in no way related to the Covid-19 outbreak and assured that team members will be paid sick pay if they need time off as a result of the virus.
But in a petition created by the union, they argue: "Under the cruel plans there would be no company sick pay after the first occasion of sickness and anyone who has been with the company for less than a year is entitled to no sick pay at all from Wilko.
"Even long-standing staff would only be eligible for sick pay on one occasion per year."
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As part of the backlash, the union went on to say Wilko is now facing potential strike action.
In support of Wilko staff, one Twitter-user expressed: "I use Wilko all the time but I'll never set foot in another Wilko if you refuse to care for your employees.
"Put your money where your mouth is and show your employees that you truly value them. People have long memories #wilkosick I'll be boycotting you til you step up."
Another said: "I urge everyone to teach this greedy nasty company a lesson by boycotting them even if you need things. There are other stores."
A spokesperson from wilko said: “We have been a family friendly company for 90 years and we remain so.
“We have been talking to the GMB about our pressing need to reduce our high sickness absence levels for some time and to bring them in line with our competitors.
“We have a generous company sick pay policy which is over and above the market. In some areas of our business, absence levels are double that of the industry standard and this is a real concern for us.
“Our plan is to take steps to bring our company sick pay into line with the industry standard for retail to be competitive in the marketplace for our customers.
“This is not related in any way to the Covid-19 outbreak. As a responsible business we are following PHE advice, should any team members need time off as a result of Covid-19, they will be paid Company Sick Pay as an exceptional circumstance.”
You can read the full petition by GMB Union here: https://www.gmb.org.uk/campaign/wilko-dont-scrap-sick-pay


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Couple spotted going to Aldi in Salford... dressed like this

A couple were spotted picking up some last minute shopping decked head to toe in matching bright yellow hazmat suits - complete with military-style gas masks .
Debbie White had popped into Salford Shopping Centre for some last minute essentials around 4.45pm on Wednesday , March 18 .
Walking through the quieter than usual precinct , she was shocked to see a couple strolling past dressed head to toe in the yellow protective clothing with the man wearing purple plastic bags to cover his shoes for added defences .
Both of the pair had made sure to wear blue rubber @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the outfit with full gas masks covering their faces , which had long grey pipes running out of the front .
Debbie says she first spotted them both as they were shopping in Heron foods and when they walked past , with one of them holding a pretty full Poundland carrier bag , they headed for Aldi .
Debbie said : `` I do n't know why they were dressed that way .
`` At first I thought they were from the Environment Agency spraying for pesticides but then my thoughts changed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confused as anyone would be about them .
`` Personally , I 'm thinking if they were dressed like that due to the coronavirus , why would they be out ?
`` Would it not be in their best interest to do online shopping ?
`` They seemed happy for people to take a photo of them and a lot were taking selfies with them .
`` I just carried on bemused with my day . ''

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A couple were spotted picking up some last minute shopping decked head to toe in matching bright yellow hazmat suits - complete with military-style gas masks.
Debbie White had popped into Salford Shopping Centre for some last minute essentials around 4.45pm on Wednesday, March 18.
Walking through the quieter than usual precinct, she was shocked to see a couple strolling past dressed head to toe in the yellow protective clothing with the man wearing purple plastic bags to cover his shoes for added defences.
Both of the pair had made sure to wear blue rubber gloves over their hands and topped off the outfit with full gas masks covering their faces, which had long grey pipes running out of the front.
Debbie says she first spotted them both as they were shopping in Heron foods and when they walked past, with one of them holding a pretty full Poundland carrier bag, they headed for Aldi.
(Image: Kennedy News & Media)
Debbie said: "I don't know why they were dressed that way.
"At first I thought they were from the Environment Agency spraying for pesticides but then my thoughts changed to the virus.
"I'm as confused as anyone would be about them.
"Personally, I'm thinking if they were dressed like that due to the coronavirus, why would they be out?
"Would it not be in their best interest to do online shopping?
"They seemed happy for people to take a photo of them and a lot were taking selfies with them.
"I just carried on bemused with my day."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Five aspects of Man City's season that have defied predictions

They sit second in the Premier League after two thirds of the campaign , one place below where they were tipped to but in no danger whatsoever of sliding out of the top four .
Meanwhile , Pep Guardiola 's side have scooped up another domestic trophy by beating Aston Villa at Wembley in the Carabao Cup , have made it to the FA Cup quarter-finals and take a 2-1 advantage into their Champions League last-16 tie with Real Madrid ; should they make it past Real ( and , more importantly , should football resume and finish this season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fear in future rounds .
However , just because they are in a familiar place it does not mean everything about how they have got there has been conventional .
Here is a look at some aspects of the season that few saw coming .
They 'd be so far behind Liverpool Let 's start with the obvious one .
While City began the season as favourites , a team that claimed 97 points last year and have been on an upward curve for a while were always likely to challenge .
Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ @ @ run that looked sure to end in record-breaking fashion before the suspension of the league .
But City 's drop-off has still been significant and they sit 25 points off top spot , albeit with a game in hand .
Their points tally of 57 after 28 matchdays is far closer to Guardiola 's first season at the Etihad ( 56 points ) when they finished third than it is his second ( 75 ) or third ( 68 ) tilts at the title .
Fernandinho would be best centre-back Fernandinho was only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in defence , for use if the club did n't sign a Vincent Kompany replacement and even then to give the others a rest .
His first minutes of the season only came when Aymeric Laporte was stretchered off against Brighton , and even then the team lined up for the next game with John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi at the back .
Partly because Stones , who had been rushed back from injury for that game , was sidelined again , and also because the defending in that confidence-bursting defeat at Norwich @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most dependable centre-back from that point .
Since Watford in September , the 2-0 win over West Ham in February is the only Premier League game the veteran Brazilian has n't started .
Phil Foden may be where people thought he would be at at this point in his career but again the means have been unconventional .
It looked like being a frustrating season for a teenager that has been help in Guardiola 's first team squad for three years as he was made to wait until December 15 for his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two games of 2020 , he managed just one more start before March .
But quality over quantity has been a hallmark of the youngster 's progress , and in 90 minutes at Wembley playing in a right-wing role he had never previously featured in he helped City win the FA Cup and outplayed Jack Grealish ( and everyone else on the pitch ) change the whole conversation around the Euro 2020 squad .
Foden has been earmarked to replace David Silva next season , but Guardiola said recently that the 19-year-old was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushing for a Leroy Sane replacement if the winger left Bayern so perhaps Foden will continue to surprise .
Given the unenviable task of replacing Kevin De Bruyne last season , Bernardo Silva was the best player in the Premier League .
It is impossible to think that City would have had the success they did without him , and he followed that up by being named the best player at the UEFA Nations League finals as he added individual honours to yet another team trophy .
It was always going to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but that is what the truly best players in the world do - a category that Bernardo still can fit into .
Being benched for the opening league game of the season was a warning from his manager , and the VAR and Benjamin Mendy tweet controversies have not helped the player .
Having gone from undroppable to not even having a set position , maybe a break will do the 25-year-old good .
There have been people questioning Pep Guardiola 's commitment to City ever since he arrived , and even months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2018 .
This season , he did seem irritated in the early months of the campaign .
Given he wanted a marquee centre-back that never arrived in summer and saw a number of questionable VAR decisions go against his team though , you may say that was fair enough .
When things started to go downhill for City 's title challenge , and again when the Champions League ban came , the first reaction of many has been to suggest that the Catalan will be off before next season ; Juventus are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all that , the manager has insisted that he will remain at the Etihad until at least 2021 - and it seems curious for people to be so adamant that a coach who has never broken a contract will certainly do so now .
In a season that has certainly had its disappointments , Guardiola 's ongoing commitment to the club has been a major plus for fans .

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Manchester City's season has largely played to expectations.
They sit second in the Premier League after two thirds of the campaign, one place below where they were tipped to but in no danger whatsoever of sliding out of the top four.
Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola's side have scooped up another domestic trophy by beating Aston Villa at Wembley in the Carabao Cup, have made it to the FA Cup quarter-finals and take a 2-1 advantage into their Champions League last-16 tie with Real Madrid; should they make it past Real (and, more importantly, should football resume and finish this season) there are no teams they would fear in future rounds.
However, just because they are in a familiar place it does not mean everything about how they have got there has been conventional.
Here is a look at some aspects of the season that few saw coming.
They'd be so far behind Liverpool
Let's start with the obvious one.
While City began the season as favourites, a team that claimed 97 points last year and have been on an upward curve for a while were always likely to challenge.
Liverpool's form has been unbelievable, a run that looked sure to end in record-breaking fashion before the suspension of the league.
But City's drop-off has still been significant and they sit 25 points off top spot, albeit with a game in hand.
Their points tally of 57 after 28 matchdays is far closer to Guardiola's first season at the Etihad (56 points) when they finished third than it is his second (75) or third (68) tilts at the title.
Fernandinho would be best centre-back
Fernandinho was only ever meant to be a back-up option in defence, for use if the club didn't sign a Vincent Kompany replacement and even then to give the others a rest.
His first minutes of the season only came when Aymeric Laporte was stretchered off against Brighton, and even then the team lined up for the next game with John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi at the back.
Partly because Stones, who had been rushed back from injury for that game, was sidelined again, and also because the defending in that confidence-bursting defeat at Norwich was so bad, Fernandinho has become the most dependable centre-back from that point.
Since Watford in September, the 2-0 win over West Ham in February is the only Premier League game the veteran Brazilian hasn't started.
(Image: Visionhaus)
Foden's unorthodox rise
Phil Foden may be where people thought he would be at at this point in his career but again the means have been unconventional.
It looked like being a frustrating season for a teenager that has been help in Guardiola's first team squad for three years as he was made to wait until December 15 for his first start. After playing the first two games of 2020, he managed just one more start before March.
But quality over quantity has been a hallmark of the youngster's progress, and in 90 minutes at Wembley playing in a right-wing role he had never previously featured in he helped City win the FA Cup and outplayed Jack Grealish (and everyone else on the pitch) change the whole conversation around the Euro 2020 squad.
Foden has been earmarked to replace David Silva next season, but Guardiola said recently that the 19-year-old was one of the reasons he wasn't pushing for a Leroy Sane replacement if the winger left Bayern so perhaps Foden will continue to surprise.
Bernardo Silva drop-off
Given the unenviable task of replacing Kevin De Bruyne last season, Bernardo Silva was the best player in the Premier League. It is impossible to think that City would have had the success they did without him, and he followed that up by being named the best player at the UEFA Nations League finals as he added individual honours to yet another team trophy.
It was always going to be hard to maintain such a level, but that is what the truly best players in the world do - a category that Bernardo still can fit into.
Being benched for the opening league game of the season was a warning from his manager, and the VAR and Benjamin Mendy tweet controversies have not helped the player. Having gone from undroppable to not even having a set position, maybe a break will do the 25-year-old good.
Guardiola commitment
There have been people questioning Pep Guardiola's commitment to City ever since he arrived, and even months after he signed a contract extension in 2018.
This season, he did seem irritated in the early months of the campaign. Given he wanted a marquee centre-back that never arrived in summer and saw a number of questionable VAR decisions go against his team though, you may say that was fair enough.
When things started to go downhill for City's title challenge, and again when the Champions League ban came, the first reaction of many has been to suggest that the Catalan will be off before next season; Juventus are not the only ones hoping so.
Despite all that, the manager has insisted that he will remain at the Etihad until at least 2021 - and it seems curious for people to be so adamant that a coach who has never broken a contract will certainly do so now.
In a season that has certainly had its disappointments, Guardiola's ongoing commitment to the club has been a major plus for fans.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Coronation Street scandal as David looks set for shock fling with Alina

David Platt looks set to make a shocking mistake in Coronation Street as he grows close to Alina Pop next week .
David , played by Jack P Shepherd , is devastated to be rejected again by his wife Shona , played by Julia Goulding , and he ends up drifting towards Alina , played by Ruxandra Porojnicu .
David receives further bad news when he learns that his wife is in touch again with her killer son Clayton Hibbs , who murdered his late wife Kylie .
When a smug Clayton assures David that he won ’ t be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his brother Nick attempts to speak to Shona - and there 's a shock when he 's asked by her key worker to pass on the message that she wants a divorce .
Masking his devastation , David tells Maria that Shona ’ s done him a favour asking for a divorce as it ’ ll allow him to move on from his wife , who has refused to see him after suffering memory loss after being shot on Christmas Day .
As she accepts and it ’ s clear there ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she can stop him , David texts her boss Nick claiming Alina ’ s ill and needs the rest of the day off .
But the frisson between David and Alina causes a row between David and Alina 's ex Seb Franklin , who sees red and punches him .
Seb 's girlfriend Emma Brooker is horrified and she tells Seb it ’ s clear he still has feelings for Alina and needs to find somewhere else to stay .
Meanwhile Nick urges David not to give up on his marriage and David @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Corrie Ken Barlow and his friend Norris Cole sneak out to the Rovers for a treat .
But when Ken hears that Eccles will be home alone for the night , he ’ s concerned and forms a plan to take his beloved pet dog back to Stillwaters retirement complex .

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David Platt looks set to make a shocking mistake in Coronation Street as he grows close to Alina Pop next week.
David, played by Jack P Shepherd, is devastated to be rejected again by his wife Shona, played by Julia Goulding, and he ends up drifting towards Alina, played by Ruxandra Porojnicu.
David receives further bad news when he learns that his wife is in touch again with her killer son Clayton Hibbs, who murdered his late wife Kylie.
When a smug Clayton assures David that he won’t be stopping the visits to his mum, his brother Nick attempts to speak to Shona - and there's a shock when he's asked by her key worker to pass on the message that she wants a divorce.
Masking his devastation, David tells Maria that Shona’s done him a favour asking for a divorce as it’ll allow him to move on from his wife, who has refused to see him after suffering memory loss after being shot on Christmas Day.
Finding Alina in Victoria Gardens, David offers her a beer.
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As she accepts and it’s clear there’s a spark between them, and before she can stop him, David texts her boss Nick claiming Alina’s ill and needs the rest of the day off.
But the frisson between David and Alina causes a row between David and Alina's ex Seb Franklin, who sees red and punches him.
Seb's girlfriend Emma Brooker is horrified and she tells Seb it’s clear he still has feelings for Alina and needs to find somewhere else to stay.
Meanwhile Nick urges David not to give up on his marriage and David breaks down in tears.
Elsewhere on Corrie Ken Barlow and his friend Norris Cole sneak out to the Rovers for a treat.
But when Ken hears that Eccles will be home alone for the night, he’s concerned and forms a plan to take his beloved pet dog back to Stillwaters retirement complex.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--"We will respond to the public, right down to the force's last man and woman"

GMP is moving staff to different locations in a bid to make sure it has enough to serve the public during the coronavirus crisis .
It is hoped that by splitting up call takers , radio operators , firearms officers , and others , the force will sustain a service as the spread of the disease peaks .
Assistant Chief Constable , Nick Bailey , told the Manchester Evening News 999 calls would be answered , Counter Terrorism operations continued , and the war against organised crime .
But some aspects of policing may be `` pared back '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ an acceptance that things are different .
But first and foremost GMP 's staff are here to serve the public - that 's why they joined the force .
`` We will have make sacrifices for the good of the public , whether that be working in dangerous situations or working Bank Holidays '' Our planning and experience through command and control make sure we do that in a measured way , but in times of crisis we have to rapidly adapt to the ever-changing and uncertain situation .
`` In this case @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we can continue to deliver this service to the public throughout this period .
`` We are working on the basis that many of our staff will get Covid-19 in the workplace or in the communities .
`` Our plans are not about isolating ourselves - we are trying to stop our staff getting it at the same time .
This is so GMP can continue to answer calls , respond , investigate serious crimes and protect the vulnerable .
`` People are being asked to work differently , drop what they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notice and manage shift changes at short notice , all for the greater good .
`` They are doing this selflessly in the knowledge that if they were in a different occupation they would have the ability to stay at home . ''
He said that some policing might be diminished , such as neighbourhood teams , community engagement , and specialist units , like one set up to patrol transport in the region , and some training .
`` But we will maintain our capability , `` he said , adding : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think twice about ringing us - but do n't think twice if you are in danger or at risk .
`` We will still have the core services , counter terrorism , firearms officers - this will be achieved by splitting up the shifts and isolating groups , so they will not socialise with each other , and work out of different locations .
`` We are telling our staff not to come to work if they are unwell , or if they are in the at risk groups .
`` We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - accountants , finance , HR , - but these staff have asked us how they can help out with call taking - they are volunteering to do other jobs .
`` We have a generally healthy workforce of 10,000 in total and a lot will get through the coronavirus .
We think we can keep that workforce rolling through .
We will still be there for the public .
`` We will continue to take 999 calls and 101 .
We will hit blips where it is longer to answer and if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 101 - but we will answer 999 .
`` We will endeavour to respond to the public right down to our last man or woman . ''
Asked if investigations into serious crime would be discontinued if the coronavirus situation worsened he said : `` Organised crime impacts on communities and we know that they may try and take advantage of the situation .
`` We will continue our intelligence gathering operations but may not continue particular investigations .
But that might be because the criminals have changed their activities - for example @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people at home .
`` We will try to use our staff the best way we can to scn trends in criminals activities . ''
ACC Bailey added : `` I need to protect my staff with the right protective equipment .
We have some but I and the Mayor of Greater Manchester are pushing for more , including water repellant masks . ''
Frontline staff are worried about unknowingly passing on COVID-19 when visiting elderly or vulnerable people and those in self isolation when responding to crime or death .
Asked if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bulk of their time dealing with the recovery of bodies , he said : `` We are planning fora high number of deaths - but that will not be just a police responsibility .
`` I am determined that we will show dignity and sensitivity when dealing with deaths and their families .
But we do not envisage that this is all we will do - new legislation may be introduced to take some of the pressure off us in that aspect .
We will continue to do other work . ''
Operational @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ We have robust contingency plans in place across the force , which has enabled us to move resources where necessary .
GMP will continue to develop plans in line with the rapidly changing environment we are currently faced with .
“ GMP ’ s Operational Communications Branch ( OCB ) has a responsibility to our communities , to answer emergency calls as quickly as we can .
There is an obvious risk of exposing a large number of people to the virus by them all working in the same building : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example , getting sick at the same time .
I have therefore put robust contingency plans in place to reduce this risk : · The call handling team has been split and half have been moved to our site in Claytonbrook · The radio operators who deploy officers to incidents are already split over two sites in Tameside and another at HQ · The crime recording and local resolution officers were based across two sites , but this has now been extended to three sites in light of the current situation “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plans .
For example , there are a large number of hand sanitisers available for staff to use as well as anti-viral wipes , which all staff have been advised to use to wipe their desk and computers .
“ We do have staff who are self-isolating and we are supporting them .
I am confident that the steps we have taken to move staff across our sites is the most effective way of reducing the risk to colleagues , helping us to maintain the service we provide to Greater Manchester .
”

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GMP is moving staff to different locations in a bid to make sure it has enough to serve the public during the coronavirus crisis.
It is hoped that by splitting up call takers, radio operators, firearms officers, and others, the force will sustain a service as the spread of the disease peaks.
Assistant Chief Constable, Nick Bailey, told the Manchester Evening News 999 calls would be answered, Counter Terrorism operations continued, and the war against organised crime.
But some aspects of policing may be "pared back".
He said: "There must be an acceptance that things are different. But first and foremost GMP's staff are here to serve the public - that's why they joined the force.
"We will have make sacrifices for the good of the public, whether that be working in dangerous situations or working Bank Holidays
"Our planning and experience through command and control make sure we do that in a measured way, but in times of crisis we have to rapidly adapt to the ever-changing and uncertain situation.
"In this case, provisions have been made to ensure we can continue to deliver this service to the public throughout this period.
"We are working on the basis that many of our staff will get Covid-19 in the workplace or in the communities.
"Our plans are not about isolating ourselves - we are trying to stop our staff getting it at the same time. This is so GMP can continue to answer calls, respond, investigate serious crimes and protect the vulnerable.
"People are being asked to work differently, drop what they’re doing at a moment’s notice and manage shift changes at short notice, all for the greater good.
"They are doing this selflessly in the knowledge that if they were in a different occupation they would have the ability to stay at home."
He said that some policing might be diminished, such as neighbourhood teams, community engagement, and specialist units, like one set up to patrol transport in the region, and some training.
"But we will maintain our capability, " he said, adding: "I would urge the public to think twice about ringing us - but don't think twice if you are in danger or at risk.
"We will still have the core services, counter terrorism, firearms officers - this will be achieved by splitting up the shifts and isolating groups, so they will not socialise with each other, and work out of different locations.
"We are telling our staff not to come to work if they are unwell, or if they are in the at risk groups.
"We are looking at some staff working from home - accountants, finance, HR, - but these staff have asked us how they can help out with call taking - they are volunteering to do other jobs.
"We have a generally healthy workforce of 10,000 in total and a lot will get through the coronavirus. We think we can keep that workforce rolling through. We will still be there for the public.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"We will continue to take 999 calls and 101. We will hit blips where it is longer to answer and if things become extreme we will not answer 101 - but we will answer 999.
"We will endeavour to respond to the public right down to our last man or woman."
Asked if investigations into serious crime would be discontinued if the coronavirus situation worsened he said: "Organised crime impacts on communities and we know that they may try and take advantage of the situation.
"We will continue our intelligence gathering operations but may not continue particular investigations. But that might be because the criminals have changed their activities - for example they might be taking advantage of vulnerable people at home.
"We will try to use our staff the best way we can to scn trends in criminals activities."
ACC Bailey added: "I need to protect my staff with the right protective equipment. We have some but I and the Mayor of Greater Manchester are pushing for more, including water repellant masks."
(Image: MEN)
Frontline staff are worried about unknowingly passing on COVID-19 when visiting elderly or vulnerable people and those in self isolation when responding to crime or death.
Asked if GMP officers could end up spending the bulk of their time dealing with the recovery of bodies, he said: "We are planning fora high number of deaths - but that will not be just a police responsibility.
"I am determined that we will show dignity and sensitivity when dealing with deaths and their families. But we do not envisage that this is all we will do - new legislation may be introduced to take some of the pressure off us in that aspect. We will continue to do other work."
Operational Communications Branch Chief Superintendent Paul Clements said: “We have robust contingency plans in place across the force, which has enabled us to move resources where necessary. GMP will continue to develop plans in line with the rapidly changing environment we are currently faced with.
“GMP’s Operational Communications Branch (OCB) has a responsibility to our communities, to answer emergency calls as quickly as we can. There is an obvious risk of exposing a large number of people to the virus by them all working in the same building: too many emergency call takers, for example, getting sick at the same time. I have therefore put robust contingency plans in place to reduce this risk:
· The call handling team has been split and half have been moved to our site in Claytonbrook
· The radio operators who deploy officers to incidents are already split over two sites in Tameside and another at HQ
· The crime recording and local resolution officers were based across two sites, but this has now been extended to three sites in light of the current situation
“We are following PHE guidance in all our plans. For example, there are a large number of hand sanitisers available for staff to use as well as anti-viral wipes, which all staff have been advised to use to wipe their desk and computers.
“We do have staff who are self-isolating and we are supporting them. I am confident that the steps we have taken to move staff across our sites is the most effective way of reducing the risk to colleagues, helping us to maintain the service we provide to Greater Manchester.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--People are pointing out a problem with the government's list of 'key workers'

The government 's publication of the list of 'key workers ' whose children can still go to school has brought a strong reaction from Manchester Evening News readers - with many saying the same thing .
It comes after the government announced that schools across the country will close from Friday .
The keyworkers , including health and social care staff and people in food production , are deemed 'essential ' in their response to the virus .
The list also includes people who work in education , religious staff , those who work for charities and journalists .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday morning , can be accessed here .
Anyone who can keep their children at home is being asked to still do so .
The Department for Education said : `` If children can stay safely at home , they should , to limit the chance of the virus spreading . ''
Some Manchester Evening News readers were unimpressed by the length of the list , arguing that too many workers were on it .
Commenting on the M.E.N Facebook page , Laura Doyle wrote : `` We will never get this virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mix every day .
`` It is an unbelievably long list and the fact that only one parent needs to meet the criteria means that schools will continue to function as coronavirus soup .
`` Yet again , why do we have to throw caution to the wind as a nation , while other countries get serious about controlling the spread of this disease ?
!
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While Gemma Adaway added : `` My husband is in the financial infrastructure but I will keep my children at home as the purpose of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to those vulnerable .
`` As hospital staff are saying , they stay at the hospital so please stay at home ! ''
Sophie Morgan wrote : `` I 'm so confused with it all .
I 'm a cook at a private nursery and we are staying open to look after vulnerable children and keyworkers ' children but my job does n't fall under the category ? ''
Daniel Bennett added : `` I 'm classed as a key worker , will the kids be learning or is it just babysitting duties @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at home be more beneficial for them ? ''
While Alex Hardy wrote : `` Best news I 've heard in a long while this . ''
Special schools are to remain open during the closures , while educational settings will continue to cater for vulnerable children and pupils whose parents are key workers .
In Scotland and Wales , all schools will have closed by Friday , and schools in Northern Ireland are due to shut from Monday .
GCSEs and A-levels in England and Wales will be cancelled – although Prime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for students to receive qualifications .

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The government's publication of the list of 'key workers' whose children can still go to school has brought a strong reaction from Manchester Evening News readers - with many saying the same thing.
It comes after the government announced that schools across the country will close from Friday.
The keyworkers, including health and social care staff and people in food production, are deemed 'essential' in their response to the virus.
The list also includes people who work in education, religious staff, those who work for charities and journalists.
The full list, which was published on Friday morning, can be accessed here.
Anyone who can keep their children at home is being asked to still do so.
The Department for Education said: "If children can stay safely at home, they should, to limit the chance of the virus spreading."
(Image: PA)
Some Manchester Evening News readers were unimpressed by the length of the list, arguing that too many workers were on it.
Commenting on the M.E.N Facebook page, Laura Doyle wrote: "We will never get this virus under control if so many children still mix every day.
"It is an unbelievably long list and the fact that only one parent needs to meet the criteria means that schools will continue to function as coronavirus soup.
"Yet again, why do we have to throw caution to the wind as a nation, while other countries get serious about controlling the spread of this disease?!?"
While Gemma Adaway added: "My husband is in the financial infrastructure but I will keep my children at home as the purpose of this exercise is to stop the spread to those vulnerable.
"As hospital staff are saying, they stay at the hospital so please stay at home!"
Some people found the list confusing.
Sophie Morgan wrote: "I'm so confused with it all. I'm a cook at a private nursery and we are staying open to look after vulnerable children and keyworkers' children but my job doesn't fall under the category?"
Daniel Bennett added: "I'm classed as a key worker, will the kids be learning or is it just babysitting duties by the teachers?
"Would reading at home be more beneficial for them?"
While Alex Hardy wrote: "Best news I've heard in a long while this."
Special schools are to remain open during the closures, while educational settings will continue to cater for vulnerable children and pupils whose parents are key workers.
In Scotland and Wales, all schools will have closed by Friday, and schools in Northern Ireland are due to shut from Monday.
GCSEs and A-levels in England and Wales will be cancelled – although Prime Minister Boris Johnson said there were plans for students to receive qualifications.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Former Man United star Gary Neville on the Premier League 'doomsday scenario'

Gary Neville believes not allowing the Premier League season to finish would be a `` doomsday scenario '' for its clubs and supporters .
The Premier League has suspended the 2019/20 season until at least April 30 but that date could be set back even further as the coronavirus outbreak possibly hits its peak around May .
Nine games of the current campaign still remain , with the league title , Champions League qualification and relegation still to be sorted .
And Neville , speaking on Sky Sports ' The Debate show on Thursday night , believes the season has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Football does n't matter at this moment in time but it would have to be a doomsday scenario for football not to finish the existing fixtures for this season , '' the former Manchester United captain said .
`` I do n't see how you could essentially shift on with next season without finishing those fixtures . ''
The coronavirus outbreak has also placed several clubs , especially those lower down the football pyramid , in financial difficulty , with many unsure how they will survive the enforced break .
And Neville believes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clubs were pushed to their limits due to the outbreak and is calling on the Premier League to help .
`` The idea that football comes out of the coronavirus crisis , where clubs have gone to the wall because of basically there not being a package in place from the Premier League , which has got all the money , is horrific , '' he added .
`` I can not think that 's not going to happen .
I 'm sure the Premier League are looking at that as we speak @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to the wall because of this virus . ''

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Gary Neville believes not allowing the Premier League season to finish would be a "doomsday scenario" for its clubs and supporters.
The Premier League has suspended the 2019/20 season until at least April 30 but that date could be set back even further as the coronavirus outbreak possibly hits its peak around May.
Nine games of the current campaign still remain, with the league title, Champions League qualification and relegation still to be sorted.
And Neville, speaking on Sky Sports' The Debate show on Thursday night, believes the season has to be restarted and finished.
"Football doesn't matter at this moment in time but it would have to be a doomsday scenario for football not to finish the existing fixtures for this season," the former Manchester United captain said.
"I don't see how you could essentially shift on with next season without finishing those fixtures."
The coronavirus outbreak has also placed several clubs, especially those lower down the football pyramid, in financial difficulty, with many unsure how they will survive the enforced break.
And Neville believes it would be "horrific" if clubs were pushed to their limits due to the outbreak and is calling on the Premier League to help.
"The idea that football comes out of the coronavirus crisis, where clubs have gone to the wall because of basically there not being a package in place from the Premier League, which has got all the money, is horrific," he added.
"I cannot think that's not going to happen. I'm sure the Premier League are looking at that as we speak. We cannot see football clubs going to the wall because of this virus."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--ADVERTORIAL: Bet £10 get a free £10 bet on virtual sports

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Place a minimum £10 in total cash bets on any virtual sports and they will give you a further £10 in free bets to use on virtual sports .
Have the choice of placing bets in four of the bookies ' virtual markets : football , horse racing , motor racing and greyhounds .
Enjoy live action with in-play stats and every incident recorded in real-time .
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Races will provide live rankings as the race happens along with a photo finish .
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--The One Show hosts forced to move apart after coronavirus complaints

As the country is being advised to exercise social distancing in a bid to tackle the coronavirus pandemic , The One Show appeared not to get the memo .
On Thursday ’ s programme , hosts Alex Jones and Patrick Kielty were forced to sit further away from each other on the sofa after complaints were sent in .
The pair began the show sitting in their usual spots , but were soon scolded by viewers who were less than impressed they were not setting an example .
Shortly before the programme Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he expects the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ within 12 weeks , urging the public to follow social distancing advice and for businesses to “ stand by your employees ” .
Shortly after the programme began , Alex addressed the watchers at home to explain they were taking heed as Patrick - who stepped in for usual co-host Matt Baker , who is currently self-isolating at home - moved further away .
Alex said : “ Now we are getting a lot of emails about social distancing and the fact that we are quite close together .
“ We hear you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s just hard to break habits , isn ’ t it ?
We ’ re so used to sitting [ close together ] .
But yes , you are absolutely night.
” Many complaints about social distancing were also posted on Twitter .
One said : “ Immediately after a Government message about the Coronavirus , these two are on the sofa next to each other .
Great job promoting social distancing.
” A second posted : “ No social isolation on the one show .
Alex and patrick practically sitting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sitting apart.
” A third wrote : “ No social distancing on # TheOneShow .
Come on @ BBCTheOneShow !
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Show some leadership .
At least one metre between people , but preferably two metres.
” A fourth agreed : “ Oh my goodness please use social distancing.
” Another ranted : “ The One Show - BBC .
Come on guys - lead by example and do the social separation thing FFS !
!
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” The One Show airs weekdays from 7pm on BBC .

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As the country is being advised to exercise social distancing in a bid to tackle the coronavirus pandemic, The One Show appeared not to get the memo.
On Thursday’s programme, hosts Alex Jones and Patrick Kielty were forced to sit further away from each other on the sofa after complaints were sent in.
The pair began the show sitting in their usual spots, but were soon scolded by viewers who were less than impressed they were not setting an example.
Shortly before the programme Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he expects the tide to be turned in the fight within 12 weeks, urging the public to follow social distancing advice and for businesses to “stand by your employees”.
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Shortly after the programme began, Alex addressed the watchers at home to explain they were taking heed as Patrick - who stepped in for usual co-host Matt Baker, who is currently self-isolating at home - moved further away.
Alex said: “Now we are getting a lot of emails about social distancing and the fact that we are quite close together.
(Image: BBC)
“We hear you, we have moved apart.
“It’s just hard to break habits, isn’t it? We’re so used to sitting [close together]. But yes, you are absolutely night.”
Many complaints about social distancing were also posted on Twitter.
(Image: BBC)
One said: “Immediately after a Government message about the Coronavirus, these two are on the sofa next to each other. Great job promoting social distancing.”
A second posted: “No social isolation on the one show . Alex and patrick practically sitting on each other. Even #gmb sitting apart.”
(Image: BBC)
A third wrote: “No social distancing on #TheOneShow. Come on @BBCTheOneShow !! Show some leadership. At least one metre between people, but preferably two metres.”
A fourth agreed: “Oh my goodness please use social distancing.”
Another ranted: “The One Show - BBC. Come on guys - lead by example and do the social separation thing FFS!!!”
The One Show airs weekdays from 7pm on BBC.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Kind donor buys £1k of restaurant vouchers - to give to NHS staff

An anonymous donor has bought £1000 worth of vouchers from a Manchester restaurant - to be given to NHS workers .
The incredible act of kindness has taken place at Wood on First Street , which is owned by former Masterchef winner Simon Wood .
Many restaurants across Greater Manchester have launched voucher schemes in an attempt to keep cash flow coming into their businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic .
The idea is that diners can redeem the vouchers for a meal at a later date , when it is safe to do so .
But this kind-hearted individual has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve bought be handed out to the NHS staff working on the front line of the fight against the virus .
Simon Wood said : “ This is an incredible act of kindness in a time when we should pull together and help support NHS and front line workers .
`` It ’ s times like this that remind us that we must all stick together and look after one another .
“ We would like to send our thanks and gratitude to the person who purchased the £1,000 voucher , for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time of need .
“ We will now use this incredible donation to gift 21 NHS workers with a five course tasting menu as an incredible thank you for working tirelessly to provide 24 hour care to those in need.
” Earlier this week , the government advised that stricter social distancing measures were needed in the fight to slow the spread of coronavirus .
Boris Johnson urged people to stay away from pubs , bars , restaurants and theatres to prevent to further spread of Covid-19 .
It 's led to many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and others with very few diners visiting them .
Hospitality businesses in the city are now doing their best to adapt , offering delivery and collection services to their local areas .
Some have a brand new offering , others are increasingly reliant on their existing takeaway trade .
Whatever their circumstances , if you do n't want to lose them - use them .
We 're rounding them all up here and adding to the list daily .

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An anonymous donor has bought £1000 worth of vouchers from a Manchester restaurant - to be given to NHS workers.
The incredible act of kindness has taken place at Wood on First Street, which is owned by former Masterchef winner Simon Wood.
Many restaurants across Greater Manchester have launched voucher schemes in an attempt to keep cash flow coming into their businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The idea is that diners can redeem the vouchers for a meal at a later date, when it is safe to do so.
But this kind-hearted individual has insisted the huge sum of vouchers they’ve bought be handed out to the NHS staff working on the front line of the fight against the virus.
Simon Wood said: “This is an incredible act of kindness in a time when we should pull together and help support NHS and front line workers.
"It’s times like this that remind us that we must all stick together and look after one another.
“We would like to send our thanks and gratitude to the person who purchased the £1,000 voucher, for supporting local restaurants like Wood in our time of need.
“We will now use this incredible donation to gift 21 NHS workers with a five course tasting menu as an incredible thank you for working tirelessly to provide 24 hour care to those in need.”
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Earlier this week, the government advised that stricter social distancing measures were needed in the fight to slow the spread of coronavirus.
Boris Johnson urged people to stay away from pubs, bars, restaurants and theatres to prevent to further spread of Covid-19.
It's led to many restaurants and bars closing their doors, and others with very few diners visiting them.
Hospitality businesses in the city are now doing their best to adapt, offering delivery and collection services to their local areas.
Some have a brand new offering, others are increasingly reliant on their existing takeaway trade.
Whatever their circumstances, if you don't want to lose them - use them. We're rounding them all up here and adding to the list daily.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Coronavirus LIVE updates UK first person arrested for failing to self-isolate

Frontline health and social care staff , people involved in food production and delivery , and utility workers are among a list of workers deemed “ essential ” to the Covid-19 response .
The Government published a list of “ key workers ” just after midnight on Friday whose children will continue to be cared for at school amid the coronavirus pandemic .
The Department for Education said : “ If your work is critical to the COVID-19 response , or you work in one of the critical sectors listed below , and you can not keep your child safe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be prioritised for education provision.
” It added that children with at least one parent or carer identified as critical workers by the government could send their children to school if required .
The Department for Education said they expected the majority of educational establishments to stay open where required – but recognised it may be “ impossible ” for small rural schools .
It said when a school is unable to stay open , it would work with local officials to find an alternative setting for pupils , as well as providing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ separated into eight categories , including health and social care , key public services – such as those essential to the running of the justice system , religious staff , charities and journalists – and transport .
Those involved in food production , processing , distribution , sale and delivery are also included , along with “ administrative occupations essential to the effective delivery of the Covid-19 response ” in local and national government .
Staff needed for “ essential financial services provision ” , such as bank workers , key telecommunications staff @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also on the list .
In the UK , the toll reached 144 as of 1pm on Thursday , with around four in 10 of all deaths so far in London .
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The public will be able to conduct coronavirus antibody tests at home within a matter of days, rather than weeks and months, MPs have heard.
Professor Sharon Peacock, director of the National Infection Service, Public Health England (PHE) told the Science and Technology Committee that 3.5 million tests had been bought and would be available in the “near future”.
She said the tests would also allow key workers – like doctors and nurses – to go back to work if they have developed antibodies.
Prof Peacock explained a small number of tests would be tested in a laboratory before being distributed
It come as the heir to the throne, Prince Charles, has tested positive for coronavirus.
Prince Charles’s office told ITV's royal correspondent Chris Ship: "It is not possible to ascertain from whom the Prince caught the virus owing to the high number of engagements he carried out in his public role during recent weeks.
"He has been displaying mild symptoms but otherwise remains in good health and has been working from home."
He is the first senior member of the Royal family to test positive for the virus.
His wife, Camilla, meanwhile has tested negative.
Meanwhile, Boris Johnson yielded to the mounting pressure to order a widespread lockdown in the UK after thousands of people ignored calls for 'social distancing' to slow the coronavirus pandemic.
His announcement on Monday night means all shops are now shut - apart from those selling food and pharmacies - in a bid to keep people at home to slow the spread of the virus.
Mr Johnson urged people to stay home and only leave the house for one of the following reasons: shopping for basic necessities; one form of exercise a day; a medical need; travelling to work if absolutely necessary.
There have been 335 deaths from coronavirus in the UK and 6,650 confirmed cases, although the true figure is likely to be much higher as widespread testing is not taking place.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Car smashes in church, driver flees wreckage

A suspected stolen car crashed into a church in the early hours and police have closed the road to investigate .
The occupants of the suspected stolen Vauxhaull Astra fled the wreckage before police arrived .
A person at the scene said ' a set of lights have been destroyed , the car landed in a church and a bollard was flung metres into the church window ' .
The car remains hanging from the wall of St James ( Hope ) Church , at the junction of Eccles Old Road and Lancaster Road in Eccles .
Debris has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were first called to the scene after the crash was reported at around 4.35am .
Officers have closed the road to investigate and are searching the area with a police helicopter .
Police say Eccles Old Road will be closed between Stott Lane and Weaste Lane for 'several hours ' .
No arrests have yet been made .
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said : “ Shortly after 4.35am today ( Friday 20 March 2020 ) , police were called to reports that a Vauxhall Astra had collided with a church on Eccles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Road in Eccles .
“ The occupants of the suspected stolen Vauxhall fled the scene prior to police arrival .
“ Officers are searching the area with the support of the police helicopter and road closures are in place .
“ No arrests have currently been made and enquiries are ongoing.
” Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting incident number 392 of 20/03/20 , or the independent charity Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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A suspected stolen car crashed into a church in the early hours and police have closed the road to investigate.
The occupants of the suspected stolen Vauxhaull Astra fled the wreckage before police arrived.
A person at the scene said 'a set of lights have been destroyed, the car landed in a church and a bollard was flung metres into the church window'.
The car remains hanging from the wall of St James (Hope) Church, at the junction of Eccles Old Road and Lancaster Road in Eccles.
Debris has been left scattered across the road.
(Image: ASP)
Police were first called to the scene after the crash was reported at around 4.35am.
Officers have closed the road to investigate and are searching the area with a police helicopter.
(Image: ASP)
Police say Eccles Old Road will be closed between Stott Lane and Weaste Lane for 'several hours'.
No arrests have yet been made.
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “Shortly after 4.35am today (Friday 20 March 2020), police were called to reports that a Vauxhall Astra had collided with a church on Eccles Old Road at the junction with Lancaster Road in Eccles.
(Image: ASP)
“The occupants of the suspected stolen Vauxhall fled the scene prior to police arrival.
“Officers are searching the area with the support of the police helicopter and road closures are in place.
“No arrests have currently been made and enquiries are ongoing.”
Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting incident number 392 of 20/03/20, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Man City's Mr Versatile is changing the role of centre-back

This season , Fernandinho has demonstrated his versatility at the Etihad .
Aymeric Laporte , who 's integral to Manchester City , suffered a severe injury earlier in the campaign , forcing the Brazilian into Pep Guardiola 's plans .
Fernandinho has since accumulated around 2,000 minutes in the Premier League as a centre-back and unsurprisingly , he appears to be interpreting the role from the perspective of a midfielder .
The large majority of central defenders opt to play simple , allowing their teammates higher up the field to take risks on the ball .
However , due to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ actions do n't seem to have changed despite his new deeper role as part of the last line of Guardiola 's defence .
The 34-year-old is doing more with the ball than most of his central defensive peers , and that can be captured using the numbers .
Some 58 central defenders have amassed over 1,000 minutes in the Premier League this season , with the City man performing well in a number of areas .
Regarding feeding players ahead of him , Fernandinho 's contribution is unrivalled in England .
He places @ @ @ @ @ @ @ third per 90 with an average of 10.4 , which is an impressive figure and is almost four passes more than second-placed Virgil van Dijk who 's posting 6.5 per 90 .
Once expanding the search to Europe 's top five leagues , the only centre-back who 's averaging more passes to the final third per 90 this season is Bayern Munich 's David Alaba .
In regard to progressive passes , Fernandinho again tops the Premier League ahead of Romain Saiss and Joe Gomez with roughly 13.4 hit per 90 .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pass that moves the ball considerably forwards , indicating that the Brazilian is assisting greatly with advancing his team up the field by finding the feet of players such as Kevin De Bruyne , David Silva and Raheem Sterling .
In terms of long passes , Fernandinho is completing 3.85 per 90 , placing him 13th from the sample of 58 , and he 's 9th for through passes per 90 .
He 's ultimately one of the best possession-based centre-backs in England 's top-flight , and he 's displaying that from week-to-week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he 's still a midfielder .

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This season, Fernandinho has demonstrated his versatility at the Etihad.
Aymeric Laporte, who's integral to Manchester City, suffered a severe injury earlier in the campaign, forcing the Brazilian into Pep Guardiola's plans.
Fernandinho has since accumulated around 2,000 minutes in the Premier League as a centre-back and unsurprisingly, he appears to be interpreting the role from the perspective of a midfielder.
The large majority of central defenders opt to play simple, allowing their teammates higher up the field to take risks on the ball.
However, due to Fernandinho's midfield roots, his on-ball actions don't seem to have changed despite his new deeper role as part of the last line of Guardiola's defence.
The 34-year-old is doing more with the ball than most of his central defensive peers, and that can be captured using the numbers.
Some 58 central defenders have amassed over 1,000 minutes in the Premier League this season, with the City man performing well in a number of areas.
Regarding feeding players ahead of him, Fernandinho's contribution is unrivalled in England.
He places top for completed passes to the final third per 90 with an average of 10.4, which is an impressive figure and is almost four passes more than second-placed Virgil van Dijk who's posting 6.5 per 90.
Once expanding the search to Europe's top five leagues, the only centre-back who's averaging more passes to the final third per 90 this season is Bayern Munich's David Alaba.
In regard to progressive passes, Fernandinho again tops the Premier League ahead of Romain Saiss and Joe Gomez with roughly 13.4 hit per 90.
A progressive pass is loosely defined as a pass that moves the ball considerably forwards, indicating that the Brazilian is assisting greatly with advancing his team up the field by finding the feet of players such as Kevin De Bruyne, David Silva and Raheem Sterling.
In terms of long passes, Fernandinho is completing 3.85 per 90, placing him 13th from the sample of 58, and he's 9th for through passes per 90.
He's ultimately one of the best possession-based centre-backs in England's top-flight, and he's displaying that from week-to-week by interpreting his new role as though he's still a midfielder.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-20--Why Odion Ighalo did not have a name on the back of his Manchester United shirt

Odion Ighalo says he could not afford to have a Manchester United player 's name on the back of his shirt when he was growing up in Nigeria .
Boyhood United fan Ighalo , 30 , joined the club on loan for the rest of the season from Shanghai Shenhua in January and has already scored four goals in three starts .
Following the announcement of the deal , Ighalo 's agent , Atta Aneke , posted an old photograph of his client wearing the 2005-06 blue United away shirt that Ruud van Nistelrooy , Wayne Rooney , and Cristiano @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The shirt was only used for a year in that form since United switched their shirt sponsorship from Vodafone to AIG in 2006 .
United retained the blue kit in 2006-07 with the AIG logo .
Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke were Ighalo 's idols when he was growing up but the pair left United for Blackburn Rovers in 2001 and 2002 .
`` I had a United jersey but no player name on the back , ” he told the United magazine .
`` It was one of the old blue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back .
You have to pay to put names on the back and there was no money to pay for that !
I just got the United top .
`` It was a blue one but a long time ago .
I can ’ t remember [ which season ] as I was very , very young . ''
Ighalo did a tour of Old Trafford in 2013 and started for Watford in their 1-0 defeat at United in March 2016 .
John Obi Mikel was poised to become the first Nigerian to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contract with the club in 2005 , but Mikel soon expressed his desire to play for Chelsea and United ended up pocketing £12million from the Stamford Bridge club .
United supporters have quickly warmed to Ighalo , who has fond memories of watching the team in Nigeria .
`` It ’ s good .
You have to go to an event centre and pay to watch the games .
`` Any time United were playing , I ’ d go with my siblings .
You ’ d have to pay to watch the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and United .
It is a big fanbase and it is growing even bigger .
`` Everybody is sending me messages saying they can ’ t wait to see me and watch the United games .
I am very happy about that . ''

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Odion Ighalo says he could not afford to have a Manchester United player's name on the back of his shirt when he was growing up in Nigeria.
Boyhood United fan Ighalo, 30, joined the club on loan for the rest of the season from Shanghai Shenhua in January and has already scored four goals in three starts.
Following the announcement of the deal, Ighalo's agent, Atta Aneke, posted an old photograph of his client wearing the 2005-06 blue United away shirt that Ruud van Nistelrooy, Wayne Rooney, and Cristiano Ronaldo donned in the League Cup-winning season. The shirt was only used for a year in that form since United switched their shirt sponsorship from Vodafone to AIG in 2006. United retained the blue kit in 2006-07 with the AIG logo.
Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke were Ighalo's idols when he was growing up but the pair left United for Blackburn Rovers in 2001 and 2002. "I had a United jersey but no player name on the back,” he told the United magazine.
"It was one of the old blue ones but definitely no name on the back. You have to pay to put names on the back and there was no money to pay for that! I just got the United top.
"It was a blue one but a long time ago. I can’t remember [which season] as I was very, very young."
Ighalo did a tour of Old Trafford in 2013 and started for Watford in their 1-0 defeat at United in March 2016. John Obi Mikel was poised to become the first Nigerian to play for United when he signed a contract with the club in 2005, but Mikel soon expressed his desire to play for Chelsea and United ended up pocketing £12million from the Stamford Bridge club.
United supporters have quickly warmed to Ighalo, who has fond memories of watching the team in Nigeria. "It’s good. You have to go to an event centre and pay to watch the games.
"Any time United were playing, I’d go with my siblings. You’d have to pay to watch the games and now people are watching me and United. It is a big fanbase and it is growing even bigger.
"Everybody is sending me messages saying they can’t wait to see me and watch the United games. I am very happy about that."