themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man United confirm seven U23s pre-season friendly fixtures

Manchester United have confirmed seven pre-season friendly fixtures for their U23 side this summer .
Neil Wood 's side were officially promoted to Premier League 2 Division One last Friday and the hard work is well underway for their return to the top-flight .
United 's reserve side is set for a different look next season with the club eager to loan out a number of players currently on the fringes of first-team action .
Tahith Chong remains in talks with Werder Bremen over a loan deal , while James Garner and Dylan Levitt have both also been made available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of first-team football .
Wood is eager for his youngsters to get up to speed with proper men 's football in order to prepare themselves for the promotion and as such they will be facing a number of Football League sides this summer .
United U23s kick-start their campaign against Salford City , before matches against Swindon Town and Morecambe .
They will also face Macclesfield Town and Doncaster Rovers , with matches against Everton U23s and Stoke U23s also arranged .
`` It ’ s going to be a hard pre-season , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Last year , we had the experience of the EFL Trophy and it looks likely that we could be part of that again .
I wanted the lads to experience some first-team friendlies this year before we even made that tournament because they are challenging in themselves .
We ’ ve got games lined up against the likes of Salford , Doncaster , Macclesfield and Swindon . ''

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Manchester United have confirmed seven pre-season friendly fixtures for their U23 side this summer.
Neil Wood's side were officially promoted to Premier League 2 Division One last Friday and the hard work is well underway for their return to the top-flight.
United's reserve side is set for a different look next season with the club eager to loan out a number of players currently on the fringes of first-team action.
Tahith Chong remains in talks with Werder Bremen over a loan deal, while James Garner and Dylan Levitt have both also been made available for loan as they go in search of first-team football.
Wood is eager for his youngsters to get up to speed with proper men's football in order to prepare themselves for the promotion and as such they will be facing a number of Football League sides this summer.
United U23s kick-start their campaign against Salford City, before matches against Swindon Town and Morecambe. They will also face Macclesfield Town and Doncaster Rovers, with matches against Everton U23s and Stoke U23s also arranged.
"It’s going to be a hard pre-season,” Wood told club media.
“Last year, we had the experience of the EFL Trophy and it looks likely that we could be part of that again. I wanted the lads to experience some first-team friendlies this year before we even made that tournament because they are challenging in themselves. We’ve got games lined up against the likes of Salford, Doncaster, Macclesfield and Swindon."
United U23s pre-season fixture list
Wed 12 Aug: v. Salford City
Tue 18 Aug: v. Swindon Town
Sat 22 Aug: v. Morecambe
Tue 25 Aug: v. Stoke City U23s
Fri 28 Aug: v. Macclesfield Town
Tue 1 Sep: v. Doncaster Rovers
Sat 5 Sep: v. Everton U23s


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Roman Kemp breaks down in tears as he pays tribute to producer Joe Lyons

Roman Kemp broke down in tears live on air this morning as he paid tribute to his “ absolute brother ” , producer Joe Lyons , who died last week .
The Capital Breakfast DJ shared his memories of his friend and colleague , saying : “ I never thought I would have to be doing this on the radio.
” Explaining his absence from the show at the end of last week , the 27-year-old told listeners : “ Last Tuesday , very suddenly , we lost one of our best friends – and our colleague – producer Joe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Capital Breakfast family , but a loved member of the whole team .
“ Everybody that works here at Capital is obviously completely devastated and we are trying to process this all together.
” Paying tribute to the producer , who worked at Capital ’ s parent company Global for nine years , Kemp said : “ He was kind , caring , loved dogs , he was obsessed with his daily step count .
He never ironed his clothes , he loved his family so much.
” He added : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and that is how we are going to remember him and that is how we would like you to remember him.
” Wiping away tears , before promising the show would go on , he continued : “ He ’ s my absolute brother and I never thought I would have to be doing this on the radio .
On a final note , the son of Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp , said : `` We 're going to carry on making people laugh for you .
Producer Joe , we love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the show has got to go on .
So thank you so much Joe , we love you '' before breaking into applaud .
Messages of condolence flooded the Capital FM Twitter page as they shared a video of the tribute , posting : `` Last Tuesday , very suddenly , we lost one of our best friends - and our colleague - Producer Joe .
He was not just part of the Capital Breakfast family , but a loved member of the whole team . ''
Radio DJ Polly James replied @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to your friend , Roman .
Heartbroken listening and the tears streamed .
Just devastating .
Sending the Capital family ALL the love in the world . ''
Radio 1 's Greg James commented : `` This is unbearably sad news .
I ’ m so sorry to hear this .
Incredibly brave to go on air and do such an amazing tribute .
Please look after yourselves .
Sending all my love x '' .

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Roman Kemp broke down in tears live on air this morning as he paid tribute to his “absolute brother”, producer Joe Lyons, who died last week.
The Capital Breakfast DJ shared his memories of his friend and colleague, saying: “I never thought I would have to be doing this on the radio.”
Explaining his absence from the show at the end of last week, the 27-year-old told listeners: “Last Tuesday, very suddenly, we lost one of our best friends – and our colleague – producer Joe. He was not just part of the Capital Breakfast family, but a loved member of the whole team.
“Everybody that works here at Capital is obviously completely devastated and we are trying to process this all together.”
Paying tribute to the producer, who worked at Capital’s parent company Global for nine years, Kemp said: “He was kind, caring, loved dogs, he was obsessed with his daily step count. He never ironed his clothes, he loved his family so much.”
He added: “He was playful, he was silly and that is how we are going to remember him and that is how we would like you to remember him.”
Wiping away tears, before promising the show would go on, he continued: “He’s my absolute brother and I never thought I would have to be doing this on the radio.
On a final note, the son of Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp, said: "We're going to carry on making people laugh for you. Producer Joe, we love you, and because of that mate, the show has got to go on. So thank you so much Joe, we love you" before breaking into applaud.
Messages of condolence flooded the Capital FM Twitter page as they shared a video of the tribute, posting: "Last Tuesday, very suddenly, we lost one of our best friends - and our colleague - Producer Joe. He was not just part of the Capital Breakfast family, but a loved member of the whole team."
Radio DJ Polly James replied: "A brilliant, brave tribute to your friend, Roman. Heartbroken listening and the tears streamed. Just devastating. Sending the Capital family ALL the love in the world."
Radio 1's Greg James commented: "This is unbearably sad news. I’m so sorry to hear this. Incredibly brave to go on air and do such an amazing tribute. Please look after yourselves. Sending all my love x".


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Why everyone is backing Man United against Copenhagen

FC Copenhagen were impressive in overturning a first leg deficit and seeing off Basaksehir to reach the Europa League last eight , United less so in edging past an already as good as out LASK Linz .
But money has been pouring in on United since then .
From a starting price of 1/3 , United are now 2/9 with thepools.com to beat the Danes in the RheinEnergieSTADION , with Copenhagen drifting from 9/1 to a huge 12/1 .
So why such punter confidence ?
Well for a start that was a heavily rotated United side which beat LASK last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that United still won .
The big guns will be back out tonight - and the gulf in quality between the two line ups is vast .
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We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which means 21/10 for United to win but Both Teams To Score .

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FC Copenhagen were impressive in overturning a first leg deficit and seeing off Basaksehir to reach the Europa League last eight, United less so in edging past an already as good as out LASK Linz.
But money has been pouring in on United since then.
From a starting price of 1/3, United are now 2/9 with thepools.com to beat the Danes in the RheinEnergieSTADION, with Copenhagen drifting from 9/1 to a huge 12/1 .
So why such punter confidence?
Well for a start that was a heavily rotated United side which beat LASK last week. And let's not forget that United still won.
The big guns will be back out tonight - and the gulf in quality between the two line ups is vast.
But if a 2/9 winner doesn't appeal and Copenhagen are unlikely to pull off that 12/1 upset, there is still another interesting price out there.
Bet £10 get another £10 bet if it loses The pools.com is the country's oldest and longest established betting outlet. But if you haven't got an account yet, thepools.com is offering new customers a great introductory offer! If new customers bet £10 at odds of evens or greater, you get another £10 bet absolutely free if your first bet loses. You can bet on any match, any market. Simply log on to thepools.com and register for a new account - you don't need to deposit a penny. 18+, UK only. New customers only. Full T&Cs apply. Visit thepools.com for info. begambleaware.org
LASK found a way through United's ring rusty defence this week and Copenhagen have scored in each of their last four outings - three times last week against the Turks.
We're backing the Danes to score again, which means 21/10 for United to win but Both Teams To Score .
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Music industry workers are staging a huge march in Manchester

Thousands of music industry workers are expected to march through Manchester city centre tomorrow to throw support behind the # WeMakeEvents campaign .
The campaign has been launched to raise awareness of the crisis facing the touring , festival and events sector , which is facing 114,000 job losses .
The protest will pass some of the city 's most iconic venues , many of which remain shuttered .
Those taking part will include truck drivers , producers , engineers , tour managers , security staff and cleaners , as well as the raft of freelancers and self-employed people left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a fleet of flight cases - a common sight at festivals and concerts - through the streets from Manchester Academy .
It 's hoped the march will act as a rallying cry for more government support for the industry , which has been mostly halted since the Covid-19 pandemic began .
It 's estimated around 50 % of companies do not have enough capital to survive the next four months .
Manchester will be the only city to host such a march , with support from huge names in the local music industry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Courteeners , Blossoms , Paul Heaton , Doves , and Mani from the Stone Roses have all lent their voices to the collective battle cry .
The march will set off from Manchester Academy at midday on Tuesday August 11 , and will finish at St Peter 's Square .
Organisers have also made the event Covid-secure , with strict social distancing and hygiene procedures in place .
Blossoms said : `` Our industry is in need of urgent action .
Due to the Covid-19 crisis the whole music and live events sector @ @ @ @ @ @ @ skilled people are at risk of being lost to the whole industry if government support doesn ’ t come soon .
`` Millions of talented people , including many people close to us , need help now . ''
Sacha Lord , night time economy adviser for Greater Manchester , said : `` Freelancers and the self-employed are the forgotten workforce during Covid .
`` Where other businesses have had access to Government support , those who work for themselves have been left behind .
I personally know of many DJs , photographers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the top of their industries pre-Covid and who have now been forced to give up their passions and who are now working in retail or construction just to make ends meet . ''
Liam Fray , speaking on behalf of Courteeners , said : `` There are so many highly skilled people that have given their entire lives to the live sector , talented people essential to the whole infrastructure of the industry who now , due to the current Covid-19 crisis , face financial disaster .
`` The time is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we risk losing these people forever.
” Labour ’ s shadow minister for business and consumers Lucy Powell MP said : “ For many weeks , I have been calling on the Government to provide targeted support to the hospitality sector to save jobs and livelihoods .
`` Sadly , there is a whole industry that they have simply ignored the calls of help from .
`` In Manchester , we have one of the largest , flourishing events and festivals scenes in the UK .
We have one of the largest event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ indoor arenas in Europe and one of the largest municipal parks in the UK .
`` Presently , they lay dormant , with the consequence being many freelancers and event staff left penniless since March , with no hope or guidance .
`` I 'm supporting this Tuesday 's march , to highlight the plight of the events industry and supply chain , to not only raise awareness of this lost industry , but again to call on the Government to recognise this sector . ''
Those who wish to take part in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ track and trace here .

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Thousands of music industry workers are expected to march through Manchester city centre tomorrow to throw support behind the #WeMakeEvents campaign.
The campaign has been launched to raise awareness of the crisis facing the touring, festival and events sector, which is facing 114,000 job losses.
The protest will pass some of the city's most iconic venues, many of which remain shuttered.
Those taking part will include truck drivers, producers, engineers, tour managers, security staff and cleaners, as well as the raft of freelancers and self-employed people left penniless since March.
They will push a fleet of flight cases - a common sight at festivals and concerts - through the streets from Manchester Academy.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
It's hoped the march will act as a rallying cry for more government support for the industry, which has been mostly halted since the Covid-19 pandemic began.
It's estimated around 50% of companies do not have enough capital to survive the next four months.
Manchester will be the only city to host such a march, with support from huge names in the local music industry.
The likes of New Order, Courteeners, Blossoms, Paul Heaton, Doves, and Mani from the Stone Roses have all lent their voices to the collective battle cry.
(Image: Scarlet Page)
The march will set off from Manchester Academy at midday on Tuesday August 11, and will finish at St Peter's Square.
Organisers have also made the event Covid-secure, with strict social distancing and hygiene procedures in place.
Blossoms said: "Our industry is in need of urgent action. Due to the Covid-19 crisis the whole music and live events sector has been devastated.
"So many skilled people are at risk of being lost to the whole industry if government support doesn’t come soon.
(Image: Darren Robinson Photography)
"Millions of talented people, including many people close to us, need help now."
Sacha Lord, night time economy adviser for Greater Manchester, said: "Freelancers and the self-employed are the forgotten workforce during Covid.
"Where other businesses have had access to Government support, those who work for themselves have been left behind. I personally know of many DJs, photographers, sound engineers and artists who were at the top of their industries pre-Covid and who have now been forced to give up their passions and who are now working in retail or construction just to make ends meet."
(Image: Ignition Records)
Liam Fray, speaking on behalf of Courteeners, said: "There are so many highly skilled people that have given their entire lives to the live sector, talented people essential to the whole infrastructure of the industry who now, due to the current Covid-19 crisis, face financial disaster.
"The time is now for the government to take action or we risk losing these people forever.”
Labour’s shadow minister for business and consumers Lucy Powell MP said: “For many weeks, I have been calling on the Government to provide targeted support to the hospitality sector to save jobs and livelihoods.
"Sadly, there is a whole industry that they have simply ignored the calls of help from.
"In Manchester, we have one of the largest, flourishing events and festivals scenes in the UK. We have one of the largest event spaces, one of the most used indoor arenas in Europe and one of the largest municipal parks in the UK.
"Presently, they lay dormant, with the consequence being many freelancers and event staff left penniless since March, with no hope or guidance.
"I'm supporting this Tuesday's march, to highlight the plight of the events industry and supply chain, to not only raise awareness of this lost industry, but again to call on the Government to recognise this sector."
Those who wish to take part in the march will have to pre-register for track and trace here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Jet2 issues latest update on flights and holidays to Cyprus

Tour operator Jet.com and Jet2holidays have revealed they will be recommencing flights to Cyprus next week .
The holiday company says it has now reported increased demand for flights to the Mediterranean island .
Flights and holidays to the popular region will start again from Monday .
The package holiday specialist say they will will recommence its flights and holidays programme to Larnaca first , starting on August 17 .
The company has almost 40,000 seats on sale to Larnaca this summer , with flights departing from eight UK bases - Manchester , Birmingham , East Midlands , Edinburgh , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and Newcastle .
While the company is also set to resumes flights and holidays to Paphos a day later on August 18 .
For the summer 2020 season they have 45,000 seats on sale to Paphos with flights also departing from all eight UK bases .
As of August 1 , the UK is in Cyprus ’ Category B which means tourists are permitted to travel to there but they need to provide a negative test on arrival .
The test must be obtained within 72 hours before travel .
Steve Heapy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ We are delighted to be recommencing our flights and holidays programme to Cyprus from 17 August and looking at the demand it ’ s very clear just how much our customers are looking forward to their well-deserved holidays in the Cypriot sunshine .
`` With a great choice of flights and holidays to Cyprus from eight UK bases , not to mention fantastic deals and free child places available , there ’ s plenty of choice and value for those looking to get away for a much-needed break in the sunshine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incredibly uncertain and difficult times for everyone , and we have been busy looking after our customers and doing the right thing for them .
As a result of this , customers know they can trust us to deliver and that ’ s our absolute focus for anyone travelling with us - delivering award winning customer service and package holidays you can trust.
” Savvas Perdios , Deputy Minister of Tourism Cyprus said : `` Jet2.com and Jet2holidays is one of our most loyal and trusted partners and we are more than eager @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Cyprus .
We would like to wish Jet2.com and Jet2holidays every success and extend a warm welcome to all its customers .
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Tour operator Jet.com and Jet2holidays have revealed they will be recommencing flights to Cyprus next week.
The holiday company says it has now reported increased demand for flights to the Mediterranean island.
Flights and holidays to the popular region will start again from Monday.
The package holiday specialist say they will will recommence its flights and holidays programme to Larnaca first, starting on August 17.
The company has almost 40,000 seats on sale to Larnaca this summer, with flights departing from eight UK bases - Manchester, Birmingham, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds Bradford, London Stansted, and Newcastle.
While the company is also set to resumes flights and holidays to Paphos a day later on August 18. For the summer 2020 season they have 45,000 seats on sale to Paphos with flights also departing from all eight UK bases.
As of August 1, the UK is in Cyprus’ Category B which means tourists are permitted to travel to there but they need to provide a negative test on arrival.
The test must be obtained within 72 hours before travel.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays said: “We are delighted to be recommencing our flights and holidays programme to Cyprus from 17 August and looking at the demand it’s very clear just how much our customers are looking forward to their well-deserved holidays in the Cypriot sunshine.
"With a great choice of flights and holidays to Cyprus from eight UK bases, not to mention fantastic deals and free child places available, there’s plenty of choice and value for those looking to get away for a much-needed break in the sunshine this summer.
“These have been incredibly uncertain and difficult times for everyone, and we have been busy looking after our customers and doing the right thing for them. As a result of this, customers know they can trust us to deliver and that’s our absolute focus for anyone travelling with us - delivering award winning customer service and package holidays you can trust.”
Savvas Perdios, Deputy Minister of Tourism Cyprus said: "Jet2.com and Jet2holidays is one of our most loyal and trusted partners and we are more than eager to once again, welcome its customers to Cyprus. We would like to wish Jet2.com and Jet2holidays every success and extend a warm welcome to all its customers.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--We simulated Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen to get a score prediction

After breezing past LASK in their last 16 tie , Manchester United face Danish outfit FC Copenhagen in the quarter-final of the Europa League this evening , with the match being played at a neutral venue in Cologne .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be without Luke Shaw , Axel Tuanzebe and Phil Jones for this game , with the United boss set to go with his strongest possible eleven , with Paul Pogba , Marcus Rashford , Anthony Martial , Bruno Fernandes and Mason Greenwood all likely to start at RheinEnergieSTADION .
So , what will the final score be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with against FC Copenhagen ?
Ahead of the game , we used FIFA 20 to simulate the outcome of Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen to get a unique score prediction for the Europa League quarter-final .
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To set up this simulation , we used kick-off mode within FIFA 20 but did n't select a team to control ; we then selected the teams and watched the match play out by itself @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The AI difficulty was set to legendary , with the line-up updated with the latest transfers , injuries and suspensions .
We predict that Manchester United could set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation , with their line-up as follows : Romero ; Wan-Bissaka , Lindelof , Maguire , Williams ; Matic , Pogba ; Greenwood , Fernandes , Rashford ; Martial .
We predict that FC Copenhagen could set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation , with the line-up as follows : Johnsson ; Varela , Nelsson , Bjelland , Boilesen ; Mudrazija @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wind , Biel ; Santos .
Considering the difference in quality between two sides , it will come as no surprise that United were dominant in our FIFA 20 simulation , with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side putting themselves in a strong position thanks to three first-half goals , as Bruno Fernandes played a starring role .
Anthony Martial received the ball inside the Copenhagen area in the 22nd minute , before turning and finding Fernandes on the edge of the area .
The midfielder took a touch to the left , giving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unleashing a fierce shot with his left foot which flew into the net .
And just two minutes later United had a second , with Fernandes turning the provider for Martial .
The Portugal international advanced into the right side of the box , luring the defender 's towards him before clipping a cross towards Martial who was unmarked at the back post .
The Frenchman had the easiest of finishes to make it 2-0 , with United and Bruno Fernandes in particular showing their quality .
And Fernandes was n't done there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the United midfielder took advantage of a FC Copenhagen defensive mix-up , as a clearance fell straight into his path .
Fernandes took a great touch and side-footed home a volley from close range to effectively seal the win .
FC Copenhagen did rally to a certain extent in the second-half , but United were in control and cruising for most of the time remaining , that was until N'Doye scored a consolation goal just seconds before the full-time whistle .
But United were n't to be denied , they had sealed their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a masterclass from Bruno Fernandes .
Here are the full-time match stats : The stats show that United should be able to take control of this game , both in terms of possession and chances created , with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side enjoying a clear advantage in quality .
This FIFA 20 simulation predicts that Bruno Fernandes will inspire United to victory over FC Copenhagen on Monday night , with the Portugal midfielder scoring two and creating another in a 3-1 win for the Reds in Cologne .
This prediction is just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see what happens tonight , as United look to progress in the Europa League .

After breezing past LASK in their last 16 tie, Manchester United face Danish outfit FC Copenhagen in the quarter-final of the Europa League this evening, with the match being played at a neutral venue in Cologne.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be without Luke Shaw, Axel Tuanzebe and Phil Jones for this game, with the United boss set to go with his strongest possible eleven, with Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, Bruno Fernandes and Mason Greenwood all likely to start at RheinEnergieSTADION.
So, what will the final score be? And what team will Solskjaer go with against FC Copenhagen?
Ahead of the game, we used FIFA 20 to simulate the outcome of Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen to get a unique score prediction for the Europa League quarter-final.
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Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen score predicted on FIFA 20
To set up this simulation, we used kick-off mode within FIFA 20 but didn't select a team to control; we then selected the teams and watched the match play out by itself, to give us a unique prediction.
The AI difficulty was set to legendary, with the line-up updated with the latest transfers, injuries and suspensions.
We predict that Manchester United could set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with their line-up as follows: Romero; Wan-Bissaka, Lindelof, Maguire, Williams; Matic, Pogba; Greenwood, Fernandes, Rashford; Martial.
We predict that FC Copenhagen could set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with the line-up as follows: Johnsson; Varela, Nelsson, Bjelland, Boilesen; Mudrazija, Zeca; Rasmus Falk Jensen, Wind, Biel; Santos.
Considering the difference in quality between two sides, it will come as no surprise that United were dominant in our FIFA 20 simulation, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side putting themselves in a strong position thanks to three first-half goals, as Bruno Fernandes played a starring role.
Anthony Martial received the ball inside the Copenhagen area in the 22nd minute, before turning and finding Fernandes on the edge of the area. The midfielder took a touch to the left, giving himself a few extra yards, before unleashing a fierce shot with his left foot which flew into the net.
And just two minutes later United had a second, with Fernandes turning the provider for Martial. The Portugal international advanced into the right side of the box, luring the defender's towards him before clipping a cross towards Martial who was unmarked at the back post.
The Frenchman had the easiest of finishes to make it 2-0, with United and Bruno Fernandes in particular showing their quality.
And Fernandes wasn't done there because eight minutes before the break, the United midfielder took advantage of a FC Copenhagen defensive mix-up, as a clearance fell straight into his path. Fernandes took a great touch and side-footed home a volley from close range to effectively seal the win.
FC Copenhagen did rally to a certain extent in the second-half, but United were in control and cruising for most of the time remaining, that was until N'Doye scored a consolation goal just seconds before the full-time whistle.
But United weren't to be denied, they had sealed their Europa League semi-final place, thanks to a masterclass from Bruno Fernandes.
Full-time score: Manchester United 3-1 FC Copenhagen
Here are the full-time match stats:
The stats show that United should be able to take control of this game, both in terms of possession and chances created, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side enjoying a clear advantage in quality.
This FIFA 20 simulation predicts that Bruno Fernandes will inspire United to victory over FC Copenhagen on Monday night, with the Portugal midfielder scoring two and creating another in a 3-1 win for the Reds in Cologne.
This prediction is just a bit of fun, so lets see what happens tonight, as United look to progress in the Europa League.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Family 'desperately concerned' as search continues for wanted man

The family of a wanted Bolton man who was last seen 12 days ago are `` desperately concerned '' for his welfare .
Stephen Glaister was being hunted by police for breaching a court order but officers say they are becoming increasingly worried about his safety .
The 56-year-old was released from prison in July of this year but is since wanted for breaking rules put on him by a judge .
He was last seen on Wednesday , July 29 , but has now disappeared .
He is known to have links to Bolton but is believed to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cheyenne Tebbett , of GMP ’ s Bolton CID , said : “ While we believe Stephen to have breached a court order since his release from jail , our first and foremost priority is ensuring that he is found safe and well .
“ Stephen ’ s family are desperately concerned about his welfare having not seen him for nearly two weeks , and we join them in pleading to the public for any details about his whereabouts .
“ Any information , no matter how insignificant it may seem , could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ returning him home to his family and we encourage anyone who may be able to help to make contact.
” Police have released a number of pictures of Mr Glaister to help people recognise him .
He is described as white , around 5ft 8ins tall and of medium build .
He is possibly wearing a short sleeved chequered shirt with blue jeans and a dark blue peaked baseball cap with a white peak .
He might be carrying a black Adidas rucksack .
Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of Stephen is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5620 or contact Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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The family of a wanted Bolton man who was last seen 12 days ago are "desperately concerned" for his welfare.
Stephen Glaister was being hunted by police for breaching a court order but officers say they are becoming increasingly worried about his safety.
The 56-year-old was released from prison in July of this year but is since wanted for breaking rules put on him by a judge.
He was last seen on Wednesday, July 29, but has now disappeared. He is known to have links to Bolton but is believed to have recently travelled to London.
Detective Constable Cheyenne Tebbett, of GMP’s Bolton CID, said: “While we believe Stephen to have breached a court order since his release from jail, our first and foremost priority is ensuring that he is found safe and well.
“Stephen’s family are desperately concerned about his welfare having not seen him for nearly two weeks, and we join them in pleading to the public for any details about his whereabouts.
“Any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could be so important to finding Stephen and returning him home to his family and we encourage anyone who may be able to help to make contact.”
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Police have released a number of pictures of Mr Glaister to help people recognise him.
He is described as white, around 5ft 8ins tall and of medium build.
He is possibly wearing a short sleeved chequered shirt with blue jeans and a dark blue peaked baseball cap with a white peak.
He might be carrying a black Adidas rucksack.
Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of Stephen is asked to contact police on 0161 856 5620 or contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Pundits make their Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen predictions

Manchester United enter the unknown this evening as they take part in one of the very first single-leg Europa League knockout ties .
The Reds take on Copenhagen in Cologne , with all knockout matches now taking place in a winner-takes-all single-leg tie in Germany due to the coronavirus pandemic .
It means United are potentially just three victories away from silverware following last week 's win over LASK .
So how are they expected to get on against Copenhagen ?
Ex-United striker Michael Owen has had his say on how his thinks the match will pan out .
Speaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` A rather lack-lustre performance from Manchester United ended with a 2-1 victory after coming from a goal down on Thursday evening .
In fairness , the tie was over after the first leg ( 5-0 ) so one can forgive the Red Devils for not being at their very best .
`` They now head to Germany as favourites to win the competition and round off what would be a very successful first full season in charge for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer .
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`` Copenhagen demolished the newly crowned Turkish Champions , İstanbul Başakşehir 3-0 after losing the first leg 1-0 and deservedly earned themselves a place in the Europa League quarter-finals for the first time in their history .
`` I am pretty sure that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will bring back some of his star players for this tie .
It ’ s a favourable draw this one , I think , for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 2-1 win for the Red Devils . ''
Meanwhile sports writers are also predicting that United will progress comfortably - The Independent say the Reds `` have the attacking quality to ease their way through to the semi-finals '' and will win 3-1 .
United are heavy favourites to go through to the semi-finals .
According to thepools.com the Reds are 2/9 to win - it 's 5/1 for a draw at 90 minutes and a shock Copenhagen win is 12/1 .

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Manchester United enter the unknown this evening as they take part in one of the very first single-leg Europa League knockout ties.
The Reds take on Copenhagen in Cologne, with all knockout matches now taking place in a winner-takes-all single-leg tie in Germany due to the coronavirus pandemic.
It means United are potentially just three victories away from silverware following last week's win over LASK.
So how are they expected to get on against Copenhagen?
Ex-United striker Michael Owen has had his say on how his thinks the match will pan out.
Speaking on behalf of BetVictor, Owen said: "A rather lack-lustre performance from Manchester United ended with a 2-1 victory after coming from a goal down on Thursday evening. In fairness, the tie was over after the first leg (5-0) so one can forgive the Red Devils for not being at their very best.
"They now head to Germany as favourites to win the competition and round off what would be a very successful first full season in charge for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
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"United have used 38 players in the UEFA Europa League this season – the most players a team has used in a single campaign in UEFA Cup/ UEFA Europa League history.
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"Copenhagen demolished the newly crowned Turkish Champions, İstanbul Başakşehir 3-0 after losing the first leg 1-0 and deservedly earned themselves a place in the Europa League quarter-finals for the first time in their history.
"I am pretty sure that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will bring back some of his star players for this tie. It’s a favourable draw this one, I think, for United and I’m going for a 2-1 win for the Red Devils."
Prediction: United 2-1 Copenhagen
Meanwhile sports writers are also predicting that United will progress comfortably - The Independent say the Reds "have the attacking quality to ease their way through to the semi-finals" and will win 3-1.
United are heavy favourites to go through to the semi-finals. According to thepools.com the Reds are 2/9 to win - it's 5/1 for a draw at 90 minutes and a shock Copenhagen win is 12/1.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood in live TV gaffe in London park

Carol Kirkwood was left more than a little red-faced today as she made a huge gaffe on live TV .
The BBC weather presenter was reporting from Greenwich Park , giving viewers of BBC Breakfast a quick rundown of its history when she got her words mixed up .
Poor Carol meant to say “ dog walkers and joggers ” - but instead she came out with an entirely different word .
She said : “ Greenwich Park is one of the oldest enclosed of the royal parks and look at it .
Fabulous !
The sun is beating down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doggers… ” The term ‘ dogger ’ is a slang word for someone who enjoys engaging in sexual activity in a public place .
Recovering from her slip up , Carol continued : “ Not lots of doggers of course , lots of dog walkers and joggers around here through the course of course this morning .
“ The forecast for the week is actually continuing in this hot and humid theme .
“ It won ’ t actually cool down until we get to the end of the week and increasingly there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ After her appearance , Carol posted an apology to viewers on her Twitter page .
She wrote : “ That will teach me to try and say joggers and dog walkers in the same sentence !
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Sorry !
” But viewers didn ’ t seem to mind too much - if anything it offered them a little light relief .
One said : “ Do n't be sorry .
It is very funny and brightened up my Monday.
” A second agreed : “ You gave us all an unexpected laugh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Carol Kirkwood starts my day up perfectly in the mornings .
“ Plenty of DOGGERS out and about today !
” Another enquired : “ How did you keep a straight face , pure professionalism.
” BBC Breakfast airs weekdays from 6am on BBC One .

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Carol Kirkwood was left more than a little red-faced today as she made a huge gaffe on live TV.
The BBC weather presenter was reporting from Greenwich Park, giving viewers of BBC Breakfast a quick rundown of its history when she got her words mixed up.
Poor Carol meant to say “dog walkers and joggers” - but instead she came out with an entirely different word.
She said: “Greenwich Park is one of the oldest enclosed of the royal parks and look at it. Fabulous! The sun is beating down and we’ve seen lots of doggers…”
The term ‘dogger’ is a slang word for someone who enjoys engaging in sexual activity in a public place.
Recovering from her slip up, Carol continued: “Not lots of doggers of course, lots of dog walkers and joggers around here through the course of course this morning.
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“The forecast for the week is actually continuing in this hot and humid theme.
“It won’t actually cool down until we get to the end of the week and increasingly there is the risk of thunderous showers.”
After her appearance, Carol posted an apology to viewers on her Twitter page.
She wrote: “That will teach me to try and say joggers and dog walkers in the same sentence!!! Sorry!”
But viewers didn’t seem to mind too much - if anything it offered them a little light relief.
One said: “Don't be sorry. It is very funny and brightened up my Monday.”
A second agreed: “You gave us all an unexpected laugh Carol.”
A third laughed: “Carol Kirkwood starts my day up perfectly in the mornings.
“Plenty of DOGGERS out and about today!”
Another enquired: “How did you keep a straight face, pure professionalism.”
BBC Breakfast airs weekdays from 6am on BBC One.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Lyon director issues Houssem Aouar transfer update amid new Man City links

Lyon sporting director Juninho Pernambucano says reported Manchester City target Houssem Aouar is likely to be sold this summer .
Aouar has long been linked with City ever since Pep Guardiola publicly praised him following the Blues ' Champions League group stage meetings last summer .
Despite plenty of speculation , Aouar remained at Lyon last summer , and has now helped the French side to this season 's Champions League quarter finals , where they will meet City on Saturday .
Lyon overcame Juventus in the last-16 , and will not be an easy opponent for City , especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of qualifying for Europe next season .
A disappointing campaign in Ligue 1 saw Lyon finish 7th and miss out on a Champions League or Europa League place .
That , coupled with the financial implications of the global pandemic , means Lyon may be forced to sell their best players to raise some much-needed funds , and Juninho says Aouar is likely to be sold if a big offer comes in from a team with 'greater economic power ' .
He told RMC ( via Le10 Sport ) : “ In the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that there will be departures .
`` Houssem Aouar ?
When you have great players in the squad , it is quite logical that other bigger teams and with greater economic power come to seek the players .
There is a risk of losing important players .
`` If we lose important players , I have already spoken with the president , we will have the right to balance the workforce . ''
City and Guardiola admire Aouar , but are prioritising other areas in the summer transfer market , and the reported @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moving for the 22-year-old Frenchman .

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Lyon sporting director Juninho Pernambucano says reported Manchester City target Houssem Aouar is likely to be sold this summer.
Aouar has long been linked with City ever since Pep Guardiola publicly praised him following the Blues' Champions League group stage meetings last summer.
Despite plenty of speculation, Aouar remained at Lyon last summer, and has now helped the French side to this season's Champions League quarter finals, where they will meet City on Saturday.
Lyon overcame Juventus in the last-16, and will not be an easy opponent for City, especially as the competition is their only hope of qualifying for Europe next season. A disappointing campaign in Ligue 1 saw Lyon finish 7th and miss out on a Champions League or Europa League place.
That, coupled with the financial implications of the global pandemic, means Lyon may be forced to sell their best players to raise some much-needed funds, and Juninho says Aouar is likely to be sold if a big offer comes in from a team with 'greater economic power'.
He told RMC (via Le10 Sport): “In the absence of arrivals, I rather think that there will be departures.
"Houssem Aouar? When you have great players in the squad, it is quite logical that other bigger teams and with greater economic power come to seek the players. There is a risk of losing important players.
"If we lose important players, I have already spoken with the president, we will have the right to balance the workforce."
City and Guardiola admire Aouar, but are prioritising other areas in the summer transfer market, and the reported £54m asking price could put them off moving for the 22-year-old Frenchman.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Air ambulance scrambled to residential road in Bolton

Ambulances have rushed to a residential estate in Bolton as witnesses report droves of police at the scene .
An @ @ @ @ @ and rapid response vehicle were scrambled to Deepdale Road in Breightmet , Bolton at around @ @ @ @ @ were at the scene for around an hour before rushing a person to hospital , @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson confirmed .
Police also attended the street according to witnesses , who say there @ @ @ @ @ seven police cars parked outside homes in Deepdale Road this morning .
Greater Manchester Police @ @ @ @ @ but officers have yet to release any information about the nature of the incident .
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A man was found with a 'stab wound' after ambulances rushed to a residential estate in Bolton.
An air ambulance, road ambulance and rapid response vehicle, as well as police, were all scrambled to a home in Deepdale Road in Breightmet, Bolton at around 9.52am on Monday.
The emergency services were responding to reports of concern for the welfare of a man.
A man, believed to be in his 30s, was found with a "suspected stab wound", police have confirmed.
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Paramedics were at the scene for around an hour before rushing the man to hospital. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening, said officers.
Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 5620 quoting incident number 1021 of 10/08/2020, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Boris Johnson warns UK will 'not hesitate' to impose more travel restrictions

The UK government has warned travellers to check foreign travel advice before going on holiday .
Boris Johnson on Monday said ministers will “ not hesitate ” to impose a quarantine system for travellers from other countries to the UK if needed .
It comes as the rise of coronavirus cases in other countries could see more added to the 'Red List ' of places travellers need to self-isolate on return .
The Prime Minister said : “ I don ’ t want to advise people about their individual holidays , individual decisions , they should look at the travel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ But what I will say , and I hope people would expect us to do this , in the context of a global pandemic , we ’ ve got to keep looking at the data in all the countries to which British people want to travel .
“ Where it is necessary to impose restrictions or to impose a quarantine system , we will not hesitate to do so . ''
He added : “ It ’ s been a huge effort for the entire population of this country to get the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are currently seeing , but we do not want reinfection and that ’ s why we ’ ve got to keep a very , very close eye on the data in destinations around the world.
” The government has advised against all but essential travel to Spain , which has thwarted many summer holiday plans for Brits hoping to get abroad .
While travellers entering or returning to the UK from a long list of countries are subject to a mandatory 14-day self-isolation period on arrival .

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The UK government has warned travellers to check foreign travel advice before going on holiday.
Boris Johnson on Monday said ministers will “not hesitate” to impose a quarantine system for travellers from other countries to the UK if needed.
It comes as the rise of coronavirus cases in other countries could see more added to the 'Red List' of places travellers need to self-isolate on return.
The Prime Minister said: “I don’t want to advise people about their individual holidays, individual decisions, they should look at the travel advice from the Foreign Office clearly.
“But what I will say, and I hope people would expect us to do this, in the context of a global pandemic, we’ve got to keep looking at the data in all the countries to which British people want to travel.
“Where it is necessary to impose restrictions or to impose a quarantine system, we will not hesitate to do so."
He added: “It’s been a huge effort for the entire population of this country to get the disease down to the levels that we are currently seeing, but we do not want reinfection and that’s why we’ve got to keep a very, very close eye on the data in destinations around the world.”
The government has advised against all but essential travel to Spain, which has thwarted many summer holiday plans for Brits hoping to get abroad.
While travellers entering or returning to the UK from a long list of countries are subject to a mandatory 14-day self-isolation period on arrival.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Police get 41 reports of people breaking lockdown restrictions in just 12 hours

Police received 41 reports of people breaking lockdown rules in Salford in just 12 hours .
Officers in Salford say that during Sunday 's afternoon shift they got a total of 41 reports of Covid-19 lockdown breaches across the borough .
The neighbourhood police force thanked the `` vast majority '' for complying with the new local lockdown restrictions that came into force on July 31 .
But `` a minority '' is continuing to breach the rules , say police , which include not meeting people you do not live with inside a home or garden if you have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not socialising with people you do not live with in indoor public venues such as pubs and restaurants .
Police say they had to work `` tirelessly '' to attend each report .
The `` majority '' of the incidents were `` dispersed without us needing to turn to enforcement actions '' , said officers .
Inspector Katie-Louise Allen of GMP Salford said in a post on Facebook : `` I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank the vast majority of you who have complied with the local lockdown we currently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is a minority who have continued to breach the rules , and during yesterday ’ s 12 hour afternoon shift , Salford received a total of 41 reports of COVID-19 lockdown breaches across the district .
`` Officers worked tirelessly and managed to attend every single one , often within only minutes of the report being received . ''
The government has passed new laws to enforce the changes to meeting people in private homes and gardens , according to the government website .
The police are able to take action against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asking people to disperse and issuing fixed penalty notices .
Fines start at £100 – halving to £50 if paid in the first 14 days and doubling for subsequent offences .
But the police say these options are an `` absolute last resort '' .
`` We continue to engage , explain and encourage first , before taking enforcement as an absolute last resort , '' said Inspector Allen .
`` Of the 41 incidents , the vast majority dispersed without us needing to turn to enforcement action .
`` Please be assured @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very seriously , and are doing all we can to keep everyone safe during the pandemic .
`` Thank you to everyone who continues to help us with this .
By working together and following the rules , we will hopefully be able to return to normality soon . ''

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Police received 41 reports of people breaking lockdown rules in Salford in just 12 hours.
Officers in Salford say that during Sunday's afternoon shift they got a total of 41 reports of Covid-19 lockdown breaches across the borough.
The neighbourhood police force thanked the "vast majority" for complying with the new local lockdown restrictions that came into force on July 31.
But "a minority" is continuing to breach the rules, say police, which include not meeting people you do not live with inside a home or garden if you have not formed a support bubble, and not socialising with people you do not live with in indoor public venues such as pubs and restaurants.
Police say they had to work "tirelessly" to attend each report.
The "majority" of the incidents were "dispersed without us needing to turn to enforcement actions", said officers.
Inspector Katie-Louise Allen of GMP Salford said in a post on Facebook: "I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank the vast majority of you who have complied with the local lockdown we currently find ourselves in.
"Unfortunately, there is a minority who have continued to breach the rules, and during yesterday’s 12 hour afternoon shift, Salford received a total of 41 reports of COVID-19 lockdown breaches across the district.
"Officers worked tirelessly and managed to attend every single one, often within only minutes of the report being received."
The government has passed new laws to enforce the changes to meeting people in private homes and gardens, according to the government website.
The police are able to take action against those that break these rules, including asking people to disperse and issuing fixed penalty notices.
Fines start at £100 – halving to £50 if paid in the first 14 days and doubling for subsequent offences.
But the police say these options are an "absolute last resort".
"We continue to engage, explain and encourage first, before taking enforcement as an absolute last resort," said Inspector Allen.
"Of the 41 incidents, the vast majority dispersed without us needing to turn to enforcement action.
"Please be assured we take the safety of our communities very seriously, and are doing all we can to keep everyone safe during the pandemic.
"Thank you to everyone who continues to help us with this. By working together and following the rules, we will hopefully be able to return to normality soon."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--LIVE: M62 closed in both directions after huge HGV fire - updates

The M62 is currently closed due to a lorry fire .
Pictures from the scene show a HGV engulfed in @ @ @ @ @ of black smoke between junction 21 for Milnrow and junction 22 for Rishworth Moor .
@ @ @ @ @ in both directions while emergency services attend the incident .
Drivers are being advised to @ @ @ @ @ delays are building .
Highways England posted : `` # M62 westbound J22 # Denshaw @ @ @ @ @ A672 to J21 # Milnrow # Shaw # A640 We are currently in the process @ @ @ @ @ assist @ HighwaysNWEST with an ongoing vehicle fire . ''
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The M62 was shut for hours today due to a lorry fire.
Pictures from the scene show a HGV engulfed in flames and a huge plume of black smoke between junction 21 for Milnrow and junction 22 for Rishworth Moor at around 11.30am.
Both carriageways were closed for hours following the closure. The westbound carriageway reopened at 3pm but the eastbound was shut again just after 4.30pm.
Drivers are being advised to avoid the area. Some motorists have reported being stuck in their vehicles for over three hours.
There are major queues on the surrounding roads as drivers bid to avoid the M62 closure, with long delays on the A672 in Oldham and the A58 in Rochdale in particular.
Highways England posted: "#M62 westbound J22 #Denshaw #Ripponden #Saddleworth #A672 to J21 #Milnrow #Shaw #A640 We are currently in the process of closing the carrigeway to assist @HighwaysNWEST with an ongoing vehicle fire."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Tesco apologises after shopper complains child's T-shirt is 'racist'

Tesco has apologised over a child 's top which a customer complained is racist .
Mum-of-two Katie Wells expressed her disgust after discovering the T-shirt , which described a black mermaid 's hair as 'too fluffy ' .
The top used a picture of the mermaid from the popular children ’ s story ‘ That ’ s Not My Mermaid ’ - one of many ‘ touchy-feely ’ books from the series by Usborne Children 's Books .
The mermaid was pictured on the top of the two-part set , alongside the caption ‘ her hair is too fluffy ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since apologised and confirmed they will not be buying any more , while Usborne has also apologised and said it 's based on an earlier version of the book which is now being updated .
Katie said : “ We were walking down the main middle aisle and we saw the set from a distance .
I got excited because diversity in clothing is particularly rare .
“ I read the text on the shirt and was really shocked .
It ’ s not something any child should read on a T-shirt , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s racism .
Like all the ‘ touchy-feely ’ books , they pick out one aspect of a person , animal or other object and encourage children to feel it .
Others in the series include That 's Not My Monkey , That 's Not My Tractor and That 's Not My Teddy .
As well as picking out the mermaid 's hair , it also makes reference to her hair clip being too bumpy , her crown being too wobbly and her necklace being too squashy .
However , the notion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is also problematic - as its texture was historically used to justify enslavement .
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Let us know in the survey below : If you can not see this survey please click here Katie added : “ Tesco needs to do better .
They clearly need to diversify their purchasing team and be aware of this .
“ It is not a new issue , especially with all that has been in the media recently , ignorance is not an excuse anymore .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that this is how black children are growing up .
“ All children deserve to see themselves in children ’ s clothing , books and toys so that they know they are valued and celebrated .
Bigger retailers like Tesco have the power to make these things happen , so why aren ’ t they ?
“ It is not acceptable and I would like them to remove this T-shirt from sale in all of their stores.
” A Tesco spokesperson said : “ We remain absolutely committed to ensuring that Tesco is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apologise for any offence caused .
`` We will not be purchasing any more orders of this product.
” A spokesperson for Usborne Children 's Books said : `` We decided , some time ago already , to make changes to our book That ’ s not my mermaid ... Whilst we had included a mermaid of colour with the intention of being more inclusive , we recognised that referencing the mermaid ’ s hair – calling it 'fluffy ' , and the concept of touching the hair itself – was problematic .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ working to change the book , and have also already decided to pulp all stock remaining in our warehouse .
`` The clothing based on this book is produced by a licensee and was created before we decided to change the book .
We are speaking to them about this .
`` We very much apologise for any upset caused by this earlier edition of this book .
We are committed to diverse and inclusive publishing , and take our responsibility to do this appropriately , and sensitively , very seriously . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fiona Watt and illustrated by Rachel Wells , is on sale via Amazon and is in bookshops .

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Tesco has apologised over a child's top which a customer complained is racist.
Mum-of-two Katie Wells expressed her disgust after discovering the T-shirt, which described a black mermaid's hair as 'too fluffy'.
The top used a picture of the mermaid from the popular children’s story ‘That’s Not My Mermaid’ - one of many ‘touchy-feely’ books from the series by Usborne Children's Books.
The mermaid was pictured on the top of the two-part set, alongside the caption ‘her hair is too fluffy', Kent Live reports.
(Image: Kent Live)
Tesco has since apologised and confirmed they will not be buying any more, while Usborne has also apologised and said it's based on an earlier version of the book which is now being updated.
Katie said: “We were walking down the main middle aisle and we saw the set from a distance. I got excited because diversity in clothing is particularly rare.
“I read the text on the shirt and was really shocked. It’s not something any child should read on a T-shirt, and it perpetuates a stereotype – it’s racism.
Like all the ‘touchy-feely’ books, they pick out one aspect of a person, animal or other object and encourage children to feel it. Others in the series include That's Not My Monkey, That's Not My Tractor and That's Not My Teddy.
(Image: Kent Live)
As well as picking out the mermaid's hair, it also makes reference to her hair clip being too bumpy, her crown being too wobbly and her necklace being too squashy.
However, the notion of touching a black woman's hair is also problematic - as its texture was historically used to justify enslavement.
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Katie added: “Tesco needs to do better. They clearly need to diversify their purchasing team and be aware of this.
“It is not a new issue, especially with all that has been in the media recently, ignorance is not an excuse anymore. It makes me feel so sad and angry that this is how black children are growing up.
“All children deserve to see themselves in children’s clothing, books and toys so that they know they are valued and celebrated. Bigger retailers like Tesco have the power to make these things happen, so why aren’t they?
“It is not acceptable and I would like them to remove this T-shirt from sale in all of their stores.”
A Tesco spokesperson said: “We remain absolutely committed to ensuring that Tesco is a place where everybody is welcome and apologise for any offence caused.
"We will not be purchasing any more orders of this product.”
A spokesperson for Usborne Children's Books said: "We decided, some time ago already, to make changes to our book That’s not my mermaid... Whilst we had included a mermaid of colour with the intention of being more inclusive, we recognised that referencing the mermaid’s hair – calling it 'fluffy', and the concept of touching the hair itself – was problematic. We stopped printings whilst we have been working to change the book, and have also already decided to pulp all stock remaining in our warehouse.
"The clothing based on this book is produced by a licensee and was created before we decided to change the book. We are speaking to them about this.
"We very much apologise for any upset caused by this earlier edition of this book. We are committed to diverse and inclusive publishing, and take our responsibility to do this appropriately, and sensitively, very seriously."
The book, which is written by Fiona Watt and illustrated by Rachel Wells, is on sale via Amazon and is in bookshops.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Farm shop shuts after member of staff tests positive for coronavirus

A farm shop has been forced to close after a member of staff tested positive for coronavirus .
The worker at Windy Arbour Farm Shop , in Wigan , was diagnosed with Covid-19 over the weekend .
Bosses at the family-run shop , in Ashton Road , Billinge , say they have taken the decision to close for two weeks while other staff members self-isolate and undergo tests .
It is hoped that the business will reopen on August 25 .
In a Facebook post on Monday morning , bosses at the shop said : `` We ’ re very @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our staff here has had a positive COVID result over the weekend .
`` Whilst our customer/staff protection is excellent , and your time in the shop doesn ’ t constitute 'close contact ' , ultimately we work closely together across the day so in the interest of public safety we have with regret taken the decision for everyone on the team to isolate for 14 days .
`` Nobody else has symptoms & we have advised everyone to get tested in any event .
`` That means obviously that we have to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are with this person as they get themselves through it .
`` This is heartbreaking for us having just reopened and suffered the effects of the road being closed which as you know is now open !
But that ’ s the unpredictable nature of an unprecedented pandemic .
`` If all goes to plan we will reopen Tuesday 25th August when we hope we can look forward to your support to get going again !
`` Stay safe folks and DON ’ T BE COMPLACENT with your own routines . ''
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A farm shop has been forced to close after a member of staff tested positive for coronavirus.
The worker at Windy Arbour Farm Shop, in Wigan, was diagnosed with Covid-19 over the weekend.
Bosses at the family-run shop, in Ashton Road, Billinge, say they have taken the decision to close for two weeks while other staff members self-isolate and undergo tests.
It is hoped that the business will reopen on August 25.
In a Facebook post on Monday morning, bosses at the shop said: "We’re very sad to report that a member of our staff here has had a positive COVID result over the weekend.
"Whilst our customer/staff protection is excellent, and your time in the shop doesn’t constitute 'close contact', ultimately we work closely together across the day so in the interest of public safety we have with regret taken the decision for everyone on the team to isolate for 14 days.
"Nobody else has symptoms & we have advised everyone to get tested in any event.
"That means obviously that we have to close for that period. Our thoughts are with this person as they get themselves through it.
"This is heartbreaking for us having just reopened and suffered the effects of the road being closed which as you know is now open! But that’s the unpredictable nature of an unprecedented pandemic.
"If all goes to plan we will reopen Tuesday 25th August when we hope we can look forward to your support to get going again!
"Stay safe folks and DON’T BE COMPLACENT with your own routines."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-11--Sancho may have to make transfer request to force Man Utd move and more rumours

Jadon Sancho may have to submit a transfer request in order to force through his transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester United , according to reports .
Sancho is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's top target this summer but the deadline made by Dortmund of August 10 for a deal to be completed passed yesterday with the 20-year-old no closer to Old Trafford .
Instead , Sancho has joined his teammates for a pre-season training camp in Switzerland with sporting director Michael Zorc adamant that he will be staying at the club .
At a press conference on Monday , Zorc @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sancho .
He 'll play for us next season .
The decision is final .
I think that answers all of the questions . ''
Senior United sources labeled the deadline as 'meaningless ' as the transfer window does n't close until October 5 but talks between the two clubs appear to be at a standstill .
Vote for your United player of the season here : And according to the Independent , Sancho may have to take matters into his own hands and personally push for the move , potentially even putting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ claimed that the England international and his representatives are reluctant to do so as they have a good relationship with Dortmund , but they may be forced to act if they feel they are being priced out of a transfer .
The report adds that the two clubs are struggling to agree on how much United would pay up front , but that there is as little as £10million in difference between their valuations .
It 's also reported that Sancho was so certain of a deal being completed that he had said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the post-season break , only to greet them again when he returned for pre-season training .
Meanwhile , Sheffield United have reportedly been dealt a blow in their attempts to sign Dean Henderson on loan again .
Henderson has had another excellent season at Brammal Lane , earning a nomination for Young Player of the Season , and the Blades are understandably keen for him to stay another year .
However , The Sun suggest Sheffield United must pay the full amount of Henderson ’ s wages if they are to keep him @ @ @ @ @

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Jadon Sancho may have to submit a transfer request in order to force through his transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester United, according to reports.
Sancho is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's top target this summer but the deadline made by Dortmund of August 10 for a deal to be completed passed yesterday with the 20-year-old no closer to Old Trafford.
Instead, Sancho has joined his teammates for a pre-season training camp in Switzerland with sporting director Michael Zorc adamant that he will be staying at the club. At a press conference on Monday, Zorc said: "We plan with Jadon Sancho. He'll play for us next season. The decision is final. I think that answers all of the questions."
Senior United sources labeled the deadline as 'meaningless' as the transfer window doesn't close until October 5 but talks between the two clubs appear to be at a standstill.
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And according to the Independent, Sancho may have to take matters into his own hands and personally push for the move, potentially even putting in a transfer request.
It's claimed that the England international and his representatives are reluctant to do so as they have a good relationship with Dortmund, but they may be forced to act if they feel they are being priced out of a transfer.
The report adds that the two clubs are struggling to agree on how much United would pay up front, but that there is as little as £10million in difference between their valuations.
It's also reported that Sancho was so certain of a deal being completed that he had said his goodbyes to the Dortmund staff during the post-season break, only to greet them again when he returned for pre-season training.
Meanwhile, Sheffield United have reportedly been dealt a blow in their attempts to sign Dean Henderson on loan again.
Henderson has had another excellent season at Brammal Lane, earning a nomination for Young Player of the Season, and the Blades are understandably keen for him to stay another year.
However, The Sun suggest Sheffield United must pay the full amount of Henderson’s wages if they are to keep him for a third season.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Mancunians baffled as Greater Manchester is hit by 'magical, silent lightning'

Nothing is normal in 2020 - and thunderstorms appear to be no exception .
Readers have captured footage across Greater Manchester of a huge storm , absent a couple of key elements ( so far at least ) - thunder and rain .
The weather phenomenon that hit the region late on Monday night is known as a dry thunderstorm .
Sign up to the free MEN email newsletter Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletter You can sign up very simply by following the instructions here A dry thunderstorm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but most or all of its precipitation evaporates before reaching the ground .
`` Very strange , magical silent lightning happening over Manchester '' , said Dan Lord on Twitter - alongside a video showing repeated silent lightning flashes .
`` Some cracking # lightning in # manchester tonight !
No thunder yet though .
My grainy code does n't do it justice !
`` , wrote Phil Young .
`` Constant lighting where I am near Manchester .
No thunder just the a lot of lightning !
It coming !
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Footage captured by Manchester Evening News videographer Andrew Stuart also showed the repeated silent lightning flashes .
Forecasters believe Manchester could be set for a week of heat , thunderstorms , downpours and even hail .
The Met Office says the region could be hit by torrential downpours , frequent lightning and hail , and has put a weather warning for thunderstorms in place until Thursday .
They say that the weather will be dry with sunny spells before heavy , thundery showers develop later .
The middle of the week is expected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ predicted to hit the late 20s .

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Nothing is normal in 2020 - and thunderstorms appear to be no exception.
Readers have captured footage across Greater Manchester of a huge storm, absent a couple of key elements (so far at least) - thunder and rain.
The weather phenomenon that hit the region late on Monday night is known as heat lightning.
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The term heat lightning is commonly used to describe lightning from a distant thunderstorm which is too far away to hear the accompanying thunder.
At night, it is possible to see the flashes of lightning from very far distances, up to 100 miles (160 kilometres), but the sound does not carry that far.
While many people incorrectly think that heat lightning is a specific type of lightning, it is simply ordinary lightning produced by a distant thunderstorm.
"Very strange, magical silent lightning happening over Manchester", said Dan Lord on Twitter - alongside a video showing repeated silent lightning flashes.
"Some cracking #lightning in #manchester tonight! No thunder yet though. My grainy code doesn't do it justice!", wrote Phil Young.
"Constant lighting where I am near Manchester. No thunder just the a lot of lightning! It coming!", said Ben Walmsley on Twitter.
Footage captured by Manchester Evening News videographer Andrew Stuart also showed the repeated silent lightning flashes.
Forecasters believe Manchester could be set for a week of heat, thunderstorms, downpours and even hail.
The Met Office says the region could be hit by torrential downpours, frequent lightning and hail, and has put a weather warning for thunderstorms in place until Thursday.
They say that the weather will be dry with sunny spells before heavy, thundery showers develop later.
The middle of the week is expected to be particularly warm, with temperatures predicted to hit the late 20s.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Solskjaer explains Bruno Fernandes penalty technique for Man United

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that Bruno Fernandes practises four different ways of taking penalties behind the scenes at Manchester United .
It was Fernandes ' spot-kick in extra time that sealed a 1-0 win for United against Copenhagen in their Europa League quarter-final on Monday night .
United had laboured for much of the contest in Cologne but were deserved winners over the stubborn Danish side .
Fernandes has now scored his past 18 consecutive penalties for both United and Sporting Lisbon and only missed two of his last 29 .
His effort that finally beat Copenhagen 's Karl-Johan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that has become the Portuguese 's trademark and Solskjaer was asked about the technique by BT Sport after the game .
`` He knows that keepers will wait for him to do the jump , '' said the United boss .
`` He did it against Tottenham .
He practises both of them and practises both sides , so he 's got that sorted , better than I was anyway . ''
Solskjaer then added why he thought the game going to extra-time was a good thing for his players .
United enjoyed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the 90 minutes were up and eventually got their rewards when Fernandes converted after Anthony Martial was fouled .
`` It was about patience , not making mistakes and we knew we 'd get chances , '' added Solskjaer .
`` Anthony , Mason [ Greenwood ] , Marcus [ Rashford ] , Bruno will always create chances in every game .
`` I think maybe we needed it .
Towards the end we needed the goal but we did n't go gung-ho , as we felt like 30 minutes we 'd get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Antho and we could have got others as well .
`` Of course it 's a third time this season we 've been to the semis - in every competition we 've been in - so delighted that we 're through .
`` I think we deserved to win .
Their keeper was fantastic , actually unbelievable , but then we hit the post a few times and there were a couple of VAR offside decisions against us and it could have been one of those nights where you end up in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for either Wolves or Sevilla in the semi-finals but Solskjaer insists he has no preference over which team they face .
`` Two good teams , definitely , '' he added .
`` We know everything about Wolverhampton .
I had Sevilla in the last 16 with Molde , so I 'd like to get back at them .
I do n't mind . ''

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that Bruno Fernandes practises four different ways of taking penalties behind the scenes at Manchester United.
It was Fernandes' spot-kick in extra time that sealed a 1-0 win for United against Copenhagen in their Europa League quarter-final on Monday night.
United had laboured for much of the contest in Cologne but were deserved winners over the stubborn Danish side.
Fernandes has now scored his past 18 consecutive penalties for both United and Sporting Lisbon and only missed two of his last 29. His effort that finally beat Copenhagen's Karl-Johan Johnsson was without the usual 'jump' that has become the Portuguese's trademark and Solskjaer was asked about the technique by BT Sport after the game.
"He knows that keepers will wait for him to do the jump," said the United boss. "He did it against Tottenham. He practises both of them and practises both sides, so he's got that sorted, better than I was anyway."
Solskjaer then added why he thought the game going to extra-time was a good thing for his players.
United enjoyed their best spell of the game after the 90 minutes were up and eventually got their rewards when Fernandes converted after Anthony Martial was fouled.
"It was about patience, not making mistakes and we knew we'd get chances," added Solskjaer. "Anthony, Mason [Greenwood], Marcus [Rashford], Bruno will always create chances in every game.
"I think maybe we needed it. Towards the end we needed the goal but we didn't go gung-ho, as we felt like 30 minutes we'd get the goal. A good take by Antho and we could have got others as well.
(Image: Getty)
"Of course it's a third time this season we've been to the semis - in every competition we've been in - so delighted that we're through.
"I think we deserved to win. Their keeper was fantastic, actually unbelievable, but then we hit the post a few times and there were a couple of VAR offside decisions against us and it could have been one of those nights where you end up in a penalty shootout."
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United will wait for either Wolves or Sevilla in the semi-finals but Solskjaer insists he has no preference over which team they face.
"Two good teams, definitely," he added. "We know everything about Wolverhampton. I had Sevilla in the last 16 with Molde, so I'd like to get back at them. I don't mind."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Greater Manchester’s hospitals to receive £18million to “improve A&E capacity”

Greater Manchester ’ s hospitals will receive a £18million as the government works to prepare the NHS for the winter .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the money has been allocated to help hospitals “ upgrade their facilities and improve A & E capacity ” .
The Government has allocated £46.1million to 117 hospital trusts across the country , including 18 in the North West .
Greater Manchester ’ s hospital trusts will see £18,437,000 of the cash .
The money is part of part of a £300 million funding package to upgrade NHS facilities ahead of the winter , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £1.5 billion additional capital funding already announced by the Prime Minister back in June .
Mr Johnson has urged people who need emergency treatment this winter to have the confidence to visit A & E department where strict social distancing and hygiene measures are in place .
The government says projects will be completed by the start of next year so hospitals benefit from the upgrades during the peak of winter .
The Prime Minister said : “ We continue to deliver on our promise to build back better and faster , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to upgrade their facilities and improve A & E capacity .
“ These upgrades will help our fantastic NHS prepare for the winter months , helping them to deliver world-leading services and reduce the risk of coronavirus infections .
“ Thanks to the hard work and tireless efforts of NHS staff throughout the pandemic , our A & Es have remained open for the public .
“ It ’ s vital that those who need emergency treatment this winter access it , and for those who remain concerned about visiting hospitals , let @ @ @ @ @ @ @ measures in place to keep people safe.
” The funding is part of £1.5 billion of additional capital funding announced by the Prime Minister on June 30 .
The remainder will be spent on progressing hospital building , enabling hospitals to tackle critical safety issues with their estate and replacing outdated mental health dormitories with single-bed accommodation across England .
The government has suggested that the the £46.1million could be used to expand waiting areas and increase the number of treatment cubicles , or to increase the provision of same day emergency care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Edward Argar said : “ Our NHS did an amazing job to ensure emergency care continued to be available for everyone who needed it during the peak of this pandemic .
“ Today , we are announcing the details of the Trusts across the country who will receive a share of £300 million to upgrade their A & Es and support emergency care to help them to continue to deliver safe and accessible services throughout the normally busy winter period .
“ This funding is part of our record investment in NHS infrastructure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meet the needs of the present and to be fit for future demands placed upon it .
”

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Greater Manchester’s hospitals will receive a £18million as the government works to prepare the NHS for the winter.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the money has been allocated to help hospitals “upgrade their facilities and improve A&E capacity”.
The Government has allocated £300million to 117 hospital trusts across the country, including £46.1million to 18 in the North West.
Greater Manchester’s hospital trusts will see £18,437,000 of the cash.
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The money is part of part of a £300 million funding package to upgrade NHS facilities ahead of the winter, which in turn is part of the £1.5 billion additional capital funding already announced by the Prime Minister back in June.
Greater Manchester trusts will receive:
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - £2,564,000
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust - £701,000
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - £4,861,000
Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust - £1,921,000
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - £1,441,000
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust - £3,611,000
Tameside and Glossop NHS Foundation Trust - £1,897,000
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust - £1,441,000
Mr Johnson has urged people who need emergency treatment this winter to have the confidence to visit A&E department where strict social distancing and hygiene measures are in place.
The government says projects will be completed by the start of next year so hospitals benefit from the upgrades during the peak of winter.
The Prime Minister said: “We continue to deliver on our promise to build back better and faster, with £300 million allocated today for NHS trusts to upgrade their facilities and improve A&E capacity.
“These upgrades will help our fantastic NHS prepare for the winter months, helping them to deliver world-leading services and reduce the risk of coronavirus infections.
“Thanks to the hard work and tireless efforts of NHS staff throughout the pandemic, our A&Es have remained open for the public.
“It’s vital that those who need emergency treatment this winter access it, and for those who remain concerned about visiting hospitals, let me assure you that the NHS has measures in place to keep people safe.”
The funding is part of £1.5 billion of additional capital funding announced by the Prime Minister on June 30.
The remainder will be spent on progressing hospital building, enabling hospitals to tackle critical safety issues with their estate and replacing outdated mental health dormitories with single-bed accommodation across England.
The government has suggested that the the £46.1million could be used to expand waiting areas and increase the number of treatment cubicles, or to increase the provision of same day emergency care and improve patient flow.
Health Minister Edward Argar said: “Our NHS did an amazing job to ensure emergency care continued to be available for everyone who needed it during the peak of this pandemic.
“Today, we are announcing the details of the Trusts across the country who will receive a share of £300 million to upgrade their A&Es and support emergency care to help them to continue to deliver safe and accessible services throughout the normally busy winter period.
“This funding is part of our record investment in NHS infrastructure to ensure our health services continues to meet the needs of the present and to be fit for future demands placed upon it.”