themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Clever bathroom transformation hacks for homeowners on a budget

From swanky new tiles , toilets and tubs to the additional cost of plumbing an installation , a brand new bathroom could set you back thousands of pounds .
But if you 're a homeowner on a budget who wants to give the room a new lease of life without breaking the bank , there are several cheaper options available .
People across across the world are using social media platforms to share their DIY makeover tips and tricks .
When it comes to the bathroom , there 's no shortage of ideas to help you get the look you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ achieved dramatic transformations without splashing the cash with items including stick on tiles and bathtub paint .
Others have re-purposed furniture made for other rooms in the house and built their own room accessories from scratch .
Here 's a round up of some of the best budget-friendly tips and ticks the internet has to offer .
TikTok user @ blonderebel decided to repaint her off-yellow bathtub white for a cleaner , more modern look .
In her video she uses a paint brush to apply Rust-Oleum Specialty Tub & Tile Refinishing Kit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coats .
If you 're brave enough to have a go at repainting your bath yourself , you can find bathtub refinishing kits on online retailers for approximately £20 to £40 .
If you 're looking for a quick fix for dated tiles - whether it be for the wall or the floor - consider stick-ons .
Stick on tiles are available in a variety of colours , patterns and textures for around £5 to £40 per pack .
In a short clip , TikTok user @ kfoulkes revealed how she used stick-on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` When I moved into my flat there were some tiles with pictures of shells on in the bathroom and I could n't afford to re-tile the whole bathroom .
`` So , I ordered these tile stickers from Amazon .
`` Just chopped them down , stuck them over the old tiles and they 've worked pretty well .
`` They 're waterproof and it was so much cheaper than re-tiling the whole bathroom . ''
A bath shelf ( also known as a bath caddy or bath tray ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or metal that bridges over your bath for extra 'self care ' storage .
People use the shelf to hold books , candles , soaps , a glass of wine and anything else you might use in the bath to help you unwind and de-stress .
In stores and online , most bath shelves will cost you from £15-£40 but you can make your own for less if you have a spare piece of wood and a few tools .
TikTok user @ hammsmom uploaded a video explaining how she made her own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wood boards to match the width of her bathtub before gluing them together and sanding them down until they 're completely smooth .
She then modifies the shelf by drilling a hole and sawing a thin slot from the edge of the wood to the edge of the drilled hole to create a make-shift wine glass holder .
After staining the wood a dark brown colour , she adds a few further modifications including wooden rests for a tablet or book , personalises the shelf with a hand-painted 'relax ' message , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plant .
Think outside the box when it comes to furniture and storage for your bathroom .
TikTok user @ thethriftguru revealed a clever way to incorporate furniture that is n't typically designed to be used in the bathroom .
In the video , she says : `` I got this wooden ladder that was supposed to be a part of a bunk bed from IKEA for like $ 7 ( approximately £5.39 in the UK ) .
`` I was thinking it would probably be a cool decoration in my bathroom .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on doing is putting the wooden ladder behind my toilet and adding some towels on the back of it .
`` This was a super easy bathroom decor so you guys have got to give this a try . ''
Several TikTok users in the comments suggested that , to take the hack one step further , The Thrift Guru should paint it or stain it silver .
If you 're a Greater Manchester interiors blogger , you 've recently transformed your home or garden on a budget , or you have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with readers - we 'd love to hear from you .
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Giving a dated bathroom a much-needed makeover can be expensive.
From swanky new tiles, toilets and tubs to the additional cost of plumbing an installation, a brand new bathroom could set you back thousands of pounds.
But if you're a homeowner on a budget who wants to give the room a new lease of life without breaking the bank, there are several cheaper options available.
People across across the world are using social media platforms to share their DIY makeover tips and tricks.
When it comes to the bathroom, there's no shortage of ideas to help you get the look you desire for less.
Some people have achieved dramatic transformations without splashing the cash with items including stick on tiles and bathtub paint.
Others have re-purposed furniture made for other rooms in the house and built their own room accessories from scratch.
Here's a round up of some of the best budget-friendly tips and ticks the internet has to offer.
Paint your bath
TikTok user @blonderebel decided to repaint her off-yellow bathtub white for a cleaner, more modern look.
In her video she uses a paint brush to apply Rust-Oleum Specialty Tub & Tile Refinishing Kit, revealing the finished look after two coats.
If you're brave enough to have a go at repainting your bath yourself, you can find bathtub refinishing kits on online retailers for approximately £20 to £40.
Consider stick on tiles
If you're looking for a quick fix for dated tiles - whether it be for the wall or the floor - consider stick-ons.
Stick on tiles are available in a variety of colours, patterns and textures for around £5 to £40 per pack.
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In a short clip, TikTok user @kfoulkes revealed how she used stick-on tiles to transform her bathroom.
She said: "When I moved into my flat there were some tiles with pictures of shells on in the bathroom and I couldn't afford to re-tile the whole bathroom.
"So, I ordered these tile stickers from Amazon.
"Just chopped them down, stuck them over the old tiles and they've worked pretty well.
"They're waterproof and it was so much cheaper than re-tiling the whole bathroom."
Make your own bath shelf
A bath shelf (also known as a bath caddy or bath tray) is a piece of wood, plastic or metal that bridges over your bath for extra 'self care' storage.
People use the shelf to hold books, candles, soaps, a glass of wine and anything else you might use in the bath to help you unwind and de-stress.
In stores and online, most bath shelves will cost you from £15-£40 but you can make your own for less if you have a spare piece of wood and a few tools.
TikTok user @hammsmom uploaded a video explaining how she made her own.
She begins her project by cutting wood boards to match the width of her bathtub before gluing them together and sanding them down until they're completely smooth.
She then modifies the shelf by drilling a hole and sawing a thin slot from the edge of the wood to the edge of the drilled hole to create a make-shift wine glass holder.
After staining the wood a dark brown colour, she adds a few further modifications including wooden rests for a tablet or book, personalises the shelf with a hand-painted 'relax' message, and decorates it with candles and a small plant.
Repurpose furniture designed for other rooms
Think outside the box when it comes to furniture and storage for your bathroom.
TikTok user @thethriftguru revealed a clever way to incorporate furniture that isn't typically designed to be used in the bathroom.
In the video, she says: "I got this wooden ladder that was supposed to be a part of a bunk bed from IKEA for like $7 (approximately £5.39 in the UK).
"I was thinking it would probably be a cool decoration in my bathroom.
"So, what I'm planning on doing is putting the wooden ladder behind my toilet and adding some towels on the back of it.
"This was a super easy bathroom decor so you guys have got to give this a try."
Several TikTok users in the comments suggested that, to take the hack one step further, The Thrift Guru should paint it or stain it silver.
If you're a Greater Manchester interiors blogger, you've recently transformed your home or garden on a budget, or you have a fool-proof hack you'd like to share with readers - we'd love to hear from you. Email alice.irving@reachplc.com for more information


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Police issue statement on Wythenshawe 'crossbow and bat' arrests

Two people have been arrested after reports a man and woman were seen on the streets of Wythenshawe carrying a 'crossbow and bat ' , police have confirmed .
Armed cops were called to the estate following the incident on Friday afternoon .
As the Manchester Evening News reported yesterday ( Saturday ) , witnesses said officers with their weapons drawn pinned two suspects to the ground on Amberwood Drive on Friday afternoon ( September 26 ) .
Mobile phone footage from the scene also shows uniformed officers later leaving a house on the street with a large bow and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bat .
Police have now confirmed a 33-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon .
Both have since been released pending further investigation .
A number of weapons were also recovered from the scene .
One woman who lives nearby told the Manchester Evening News : `` I saw probably about six or seven police cars and three undercover cars .
`` Just before the police arrived they [ the man and woman ] ran out [ from a house on the street ] @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the floor , get on the f*****g floor ' .
The police dog ran at them and grabbed hold of him .
`` They then had them pinned down with guns pointed at their heads .
`` It was after that the rest of this massive police convoy with armed cops with balaclavas started arriving .
`` For about 10 or 15 minutes they were trying to get into the house .
`` Eventually they got in and came out with bows , big arrows , metal bats .
`` I have never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said : `` Shortly after 12.30pm on Friday 25 September 2020 , police were called to reports that a man in possession of a crossbow and woman in possession of a bat were walking down Amberwood Drive in Manchester .
`` Armed officers attended and arrested a 33-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon .
`` Both the man and woman have since been released pending further investigation .
`` A number of weapons have been recovered from the scene @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asked to call police on 0161 856 6149 quoting incident number 1158 of 25/09/2020 or Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111

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Two people have been arrested after reports a man and woman were seen on the streets of Wythenshawe carrying a 'crossbow and bat', police have confirmed.
Armed cops were called to the estate following the incident on Friday afternoon.
As the Manchester Evening News reported yesterday (Saturday), witnesses said officers with their weapons drawn pinned two suspects to the ground on Amberwood Drive on Friday afternoon (September 26).
Mobile phone footage from the scene also shows uniformed officers later leaving a house on the street with a large bow and a what appeared to be a metal bat.
Police have now confirmed a 33-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.
Both have since been released pending further investigation.
A number of weapons were also recovered from the scene.
One woman who lives nearby told the Manchester Evening News : "I saw probably about six or seven police cars and three undercover cars.
"Just before the police arrived they [the man and woman] ran out [from a house on the street].
"Then I heard 'get on the floor, get on the f*****g floor'. The police dog ran at them and grabbed hold of him.
"They then had them pinned down with guns pointed at their heads.
"It was after that the rest of this massive police convoy with armed cops with balaclavas started arriving.
"For about 10 or 15 minutes they were trying to get into the house.
"Eventually they got in and came out with bows, big arrows, metal bats.
"I have never seen that many armed police before."
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Shortly after 12.30pm on Friday 25 September 2020, police were called to reports that a man in possession of a crossbow and woman in possession of a bat were walking down Amberwood Drive in Manchester.
"Armed officers attended and arrested a 33-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.
"Both the man and woman have since been released pending further investigation.
"A number of weapons have been recovered from the scene."
Anyone with any information is asked to call police on 0161 856 6149 quoting incident number 1158 of 25/09/2020 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--People who ordered Xbox bundle but missed out told to check direct debits

This week has seen gamers scramble to get their hands on the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X as the two consoles were released for pre-order .
The Xbox Series X was released for pre-sale on September 22 and will be officially released on November 10 .
The Playstation 5 will be officially released on November 12 .
But some gamers who tried to pre-order the new Xbox Series X at Smyths Toys and GAME have had an issue after missing out on the product .
According to the Mirror , customers were told they could sign up for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ includes 100 games , via buy-now , pay-later service Klarna .
Hundreds took advantage of the offer , but some shoppers who were unsuccessful have since discovered they 've had direct debits set up by Klarna - the payment platform that allows you pay for goods later in instalments .
Xbox customers say they 've had payments set up for items they never received .
Klarna also conducted hard credit checks on these customers .
Gamers are also concerned that they wo n't be able to remove the debt .
Klarna said the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stock and had to close their online orders while consumers were at the checkout - or mid-way through their credit applications .
It said affected customers will be contacted by GAME and Smyths and will receive the bundle when it is back in stock .
Klarna said no one will have to pay for a product they have n't received .
People who no longer want the Xbox bundle should contact Klarna , which will remove traces of the search from their credit file .
Shoppers can get in touch using its online @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or by emailing customer @ klarna.co.uk .
Salman Haqqi , personal finance expert at money.co.uk , said : `` When taking on any sort of finance agreement , it is important that you understand the risks in full otherwise you could end up in a cycle of debt that you can ’ t get out of .
`` Customers should note all of the terms and conditions and understand completely what they are signing up for to ensure that they are using the service correctly .
`` For shoppers who are confident they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be a problem , but this is not always the case and there will be those who may not be able to pay off what they spend , and this puts them at risk . ''
Having the checks removed from your file can take time , so it 's worth getting in touch with the credit referencing agencies separately - and asking them for a manual correction .

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This week has seen gamers scramble to get their hands on the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X as the two consoles were released for pre-order.
The Xbox Series X was released for pre-sale on September 22 and will be officially released on November 10.
The Playstation 5 will be officially released on November 12.
But some gamers who tried to pre-order the new Xbox Series X at Smyths Toys and GAME have had an issue after missing out on the product.
According to the Mirror, customers were told they could sign up for a new £25 a month subscription, which includes 100 games, via buy-now, pay-later service Klarna.
Hundreds took advantage of the offer, but some shoppers who were unsuccessful have since discovered they've had direct debits set up by Klarna - the payment platform that allows you pay for goods later in instalments.
Xbox customers say they've had payments set up for items they never received.
Klarna also conducted hard credit checks on these customers.
Gamers are also concerned that they won't be able to remove the debt.
Klarna said the problems occurred after retailers ran out of stock and had to close their online orders while consumers were at the checkout - or mid-way through their credit applications.
It said affected customers will be contacted by GAME and Smyths and will receive the bundle when it is back in stock.
Klarna said no one will have to pay for a product they haven't received.
People who no longer want the Xbox bundle should contact Klarna, which will remove traces of the search from their credit file.
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Shoppers can get in touch using its online chat, by calling 0808 189 3333 or by emailing customer@klarna.co.uk.
Salman Haqqi, personal finance expert at money.co.uk, said: "When taking on any sort of finance agreement, it is important that you understand the risks in full otherwise you could end up in a cycle of debt that you can’t get out of.
"Customers should note all of the terms and conditions and understand completely what they are signing up for to ensure that they are using the service correctly.
"For shoppers who are confident they can handle the repayments then it might not be a problem, but this is not always the case and there will be those who may not be able to pay off what they spend, and this puts them at risk."
Having the checks removed from your file can take time, so it's worth getting in touch with the credit referencing agencies separately - and asking them for a manual correction.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-28--Andreas Pereira 'one step away' from Man United departure and more rumours

Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira is closing in on a move to Lazio , according to reports .
Although things could still change in the week remaining of the transfer window it has , so far , been a disappointing summer for United , with Donny van de Beek the only new arrival .
It appears that the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic has limited United 's ability to spend big money and unable as yet to sign top targets , such as Jadon Sancho .
Yet funds could be raised for new players before the October 5 deadline @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's squad can be moved on and , according to Italian publication Il Messaggero , Pereira could be the next to leave Old Trafford .
The Brazilian has seen himself pushed further down the midfield pecking order following the signing of Van de Beek and he has n't even appeared on the bench for the club this season .
It 's reported that Pereira is 'one step away ' from joining Serie A side Lazio , initially on loan but the Rome club will have an obligation to buy him next season .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ around €10million from the deal .
Elsewhere , United have joined the race for Argentine wonderkid Alex Luna , according to The Mirror .
Luna plays for Atletico Rafaela and bagged an impressive 16 goals in 2020 before the COVID-19 pandemic brought the season to a premature close .
It 's suggested that United are ready to battle AC Milan for the 16-year-old ’ s signature and have already made contact , even though he may not arrive until he turns 18 in 2022 .

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Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira is closing in on a move to Lazio, according to reports.
Although things could still change in the week remaining of the transfer window it has, so far, been a disappointing summer for United, with Donny van de Beek the only new arrival.
It appears that the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic has limited United's ability to spend big money and unable as yet to sign top targets, such as Jadon Sancho.
Yet funds could be raised for new players before the October 5 deadline if some members of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad can be moved on and, according to Italian publication Il Messaggero, Pereira could be the next to leave Old Trafford.
The Brazilian has seen himself pushed further down the midfield pecking order following the signing of Van de Beek and he hasn't even appeared on the bench for the club this season.
It's reported that Pereira is 'one step away' from joining Serie A side Lazio, initially on loan but the Rome club will have an obligation to buy him next season. It's said that United will seek around €10million from the deal.
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Elsewhere, United have joined the race for Argentine wonderkid Alex Luna, according to The Mirror.
Luna plays for Atletico Rafaela and bagged an impressive 16 goals in 2020 before the COVID-19 pandemic brought the season to a premature close.
It's suggested that United are ready to battle AC Milan for the 16-year-old’s signature and have already made contact, even though he may not arrive until he turns 18 in 2022.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Graeme Souness delivers verdict on Man City title hopes after Leicester defeat

Graeme Souness says Liverpool may run away with the Premier League title following Manchester City 's shock 5-2 defeat to Leicester City .
City were off the pace last season as Liverpool stormed to their first Premier League title but pundits predicted it would be a closer title race this time around .
Yet City 's defensive frailties were once again exposed in the 5-2 defeat to the Foxes , who looked devastating on the counter-attack .
Speaking on Sky Sports , Souness argued that this demonstrated City will once again be off the pace this season - even if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` I fancy Liverpool to retain it .
When you try and apply logic to football , it can come back to bite you and embarrass you , but I ’ ll try to introduce some logic to the argument .
`` Liverpool won it by 18 points last year , Liverpool , in my opinion , have strengthened big time , so that makes them even stronger .
`` I look at City right now , whether Dias comes or anyone else comes , they ’ re gon na have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City from 18 points behind Liverpool to getting in front of them .
`` Liverpool are stronger today than they were 12 months ago , and that ’ s music to my ears , obviously .
`` I think that ’ s a marker when you look at what City have shown already and the other possible challengers .
`` The team that might challenge them is Leicester after today .
Right now , I think Liverpool could run away with it again . ''

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Graeme Souness says Liverpool may run away with the Premier League title following Manchester City's shock 5-2 defeat to Leicester City.
City were off the pace last season as Liverpool stormed to their first Premier League title but pundits predicted it would be a closer title race this time around.
Yet City's defensive frailties were once again exposed in the 5-2 defeat to the Foxes, who looked devastating on the counter-attack.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Souness argued that this demonstrated City will once again be off the pace this season - even if they land defender Ruben Dias.
He said: "I fancy Liverpool to retain it. When you try and apply logic to football, it can come back to bite you and embarrass you, but I’ll try to introduce some logic to the argument.
"Liverpool won it by 18 points last year, Liverpool, in my opinion, have strengthened big time, so that makes them even stronger.
"I look at City right now, whether Dias comes or anyone else comes, they’re gonna have to be more than Dias to take City from 18 points behind Liverpool to getting in front of them.
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"Liverpool are stronger today than they were 12 months ago, and that’s music to my ears, obviously.
"I think that’s a marker when you look at what City have shown already and the other possible challengers.
"The team that might challenge them is Leicester after today. Right now, I think Liverpool could run away with it again."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--'Full closure' at Simister Island motorway interchange after 'serious' collision

A major motorway interchange has been closed after reports of a 'serious ' road traffic collision tonight .
North West Motorway Police said there would be a 'full closure ' of the interchange connecting the M62 and M60 motorways at Simister Island .
The closure has been put in force for the scene to be cleared and the carriageway made safe for other traffic after the collision .
There are also reports of an overturned vehicle and a fuel spillage .
The circumstances behind the collision , and whether there are any injuries , are currently unknown .
'Multiple vehicles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Manchester Evening News is attempting to contact Greater Manchester Police .
Traffic reports stated the collision happened on the northbound M66 motorway , which also connects to the Simister Island interchange .
The northbound carriageway remains blocked , and there are reports of stationary , queuing traffic , from junction four of the M60 to junction three at Pilsworth Road , Hollins .
Highways England said traffic was stopped temporarily between the two junctions due to a 'serious collision ' .
Traffic officers , motorway police and paramedics were at the scene @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were asked to use the M61 .
`` If planning to travel , avoid the area , '' tweeted Highways England .
North West Motorway Police tweeted : `` Patrols are on scene at an RTC on the M66 .
This is on the northbound .
`` The scene is just been cleared and we will look to open lane three past the scene .
`` If heading into Lancashire form Manchester please use the M61 until the carriageway is fully re-open .
`` Scene assessed and there will be a full closure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ M60 to allow for the scene to be cleared and made safe to use . ''
Highways England posted online : `` The M66 in Greater Manchester is closed northbound between J4 ( M60/M62 ) and J3 ( Bury ) due to a collision involving multiple vehicles .
`` Emergency services are at scene working to clear debris and a fuel spillage .
`` Traffic this is trapped within the closure is currently in the process of being turned .
`` Road users are being diverted via local routes .
`` Please allow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alternative routes at this time . ''

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A major motorway interchange has been closed after reports of a 'serious' road traffic collision tonight.
North West Motorway Police said there would be a 'full closure' of the interchange connecting the M62 and M60 motorways at Simister Island.
The closure has been put in force for the scene to be cleared and the carriageway made safe for other traffic after the collision.
There are also reports of an overturned vehicle and a fuel spillage.
Police urged motorists to avoid the area.
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The circumstances behind the collision, and whether there are any injuries, are currently unknown.
'Multiple vehicles' are said to be involved.
The Manchester Evening News is attempting to contact Greater Manchester Police.
Traffic reports stated the collision happened on the northbound M66 motorway, which also connects to the Simister Island interchange.
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The northbound carriageway remains blocked, and there are reports of stationary, queuing traffic, from junction four of the M60 to junction three at Pilsworth Road, Hollins.
Highways England said traffic was stopped temporarily between the two junctions due to a 'serious collision'.
Traffic officers, motorway police and paramedics were at the scene.
Drivers heading to Lancashire from Manchester were asked to use the M61.
"If planning to travel, avoid the area," tweeted Highways England.
North West Motorway Police tweeted: "Patrols are on scene at an RTC on the M66. This is on the northbound.
"The scene is just been cleared and we will look to open lane three past the scene.
"If heading into Lancashire form Manchester please use the M61 until the carriageway is fully re-open.
"Scene assessed and there will be a full closure at the interchange with the M62 & M60 to allow for the scene to be cleared and made safe to use."
Highways England posted online: "The M66 in Greater Manchester is closed northbound between J4 (M60/M62) and J3 (Bury) due to a collision involving multiple vehicles.
"Emergency services are at scene working to clear debris and a fuel spillage.
"Traffic this is trapped within the closure is currently in the process of being turned.
"Road users are being diverted via local routes.
"Please allow additional time for your journey and consider alternative routes at this time."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Man United evening headlines as Rashford calls for improvement in key area

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Sunday , September 27 .
Marcus Rashford believes that Manchester United must improve to achieve their objectives this season .
The Reds scored in the 100th minute against Brighton and Hove Albion to squeeze out a 3-2 win from what was an otherwise underwhelming performance .
Speaking after the game , Rashford outlined that his side must improve the way they start games .
He told : “ We have to use these three points as motivation to improve and keep getting better… we have to improve if we want to hit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We had a slow start in the last league game and it ’ s more important to pick up points .
It ’ s more important that we lost the first league game , we had to win today .
“ It doesn ’ t matter how we won , we got the three points and we ’ ll move forward and improve.
” James Garner sent a strong message to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Saturday with an impressive performance on loan at Watford .
The United youth product recently moved to Vicarage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he played a big part in their 1-0 win over Luton on Saturday .
Garner played the entire match as Joao Pedro sealed all three points in the first half for the Hornets .
Making the decision to go out on loan in the second tier of English football proved a big stepping stone for Garner and he has already shown exactly why he is up to the task .
Many supporters have taken to social media to agree with Rio Ferdinand ’ s latest comments about the club ’ s transfer policy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ BT Sport that the club should be looking for a new defender to solve defensive issues at the back .
“ This is an area I ’ ve been talking about for many months .
It has not been addressed , ” he said .
Meanwhile , many supporters have expressed their similar concerns with regards to issues at the back .
You can see more fan reactions .

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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Sunday, September 27.
Rashford names the area United must improve
Marcus Rashford believes that Manchester United must improve to achieve their objectives this season.
The Reds scored in the 100th minute against Brighton and Hove Albion to squeeze out a 3-2 win from what was an otherwise underwhelming performance.
Speaking after the game, Rashford outlined that his side must improve the way they start games.
He told MUTV : “We have to use these three points as motivation to improve and keep getting better… we have to improve if we want to hit our targets for the season.
“We had a slow start in the last league game and it’s more important to pick up points. It’s more important that we lost the first league game, we had to win today.
“It doesn’t matter how we won, we got the three points and we’ll move forward and improve.”
Garner sends strong message to Solskjaer
James Garner sent a strong message to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Saturday with an impressive performance on loan at Watford.
The United youth product recently moved to Vicarage Road on loan for the season and he played a big part in their 1-0 win over Luton on Saturday .
Garner played the entire match as Joao Pedro sealed all three points in the first half for the Hornets.
Making the decision to go out on loan in the second tier of English football proved a big stepping stone for Garner and he has already shown exactly why he is up to the task.
United supporters agree with Ferdinand’s transfer demand
Many supporters have taken to social media to agree with Rio Ferdinand’s latest comments about the club’s transfer policy.
The former United centre back told BT Sport that the club should be looking for a new defender to solve defensive issues at the back.
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“This is an area I’ve been talking about for many months. It has not been addressed,” he said.
Meanwhile, many supporters have expressed their similar concerns with regards to issues at the back.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Holidays in Britain's favourite destinations like Benidorm and Magaluf facing months of uncertainty

Brit holidaymakers who have missed out on their annual trip to the Spanish tourist hotspots could be waiting even longer to visit their favourite resorts .
While Spain and its islands usually draw around 18 million UK visitors each year , the number has plummeted thanks to the UK government 's quarantine restrictions , resorts in lockdown and airlines scrapping flights .
And as the country battles a second wave of coronavirus , the number of those testing positive for the disease is surging leading to harsher restrictions for both residents and visitors .
Despite the government advising against non-essential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some UK airlines are continuing to operate flights to and from .
But confidence in international travel remains low , and many seats remain unsold with operators forced to massively cut back flight schedules and cancel trips .
Government officials in Majorca have revealed they wanted to `` reactivate tourism '' as soon as possible .
But those in the Costa Blanca - the region containing Benidorm - have already written off 2020 .
Spanish politicians agreed there were many obstacles before the travel corridors with the UK could be reinstated , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However , Spain is now averaging 105 Covid-linked deaths a day with 319.7 infections per 100,000 population across the past 14 days .
A partial lockdown has already been reimposed in the capital city of Madrid .
There are real fears the spike in cases could lead to a new national lockdown .
The country was one of the hardest-hit when coronavirus first hit Europe earlier in the year and the Spanish authorities imposed a strict three-month shutdown allowing citizens only to leave their homes to shop for essential supplies or walk dogs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Spain is unlikely to be added to the UK quarantine exempt list for some time .
Businesses in Magaluf , the popular party resort located in Majorca have called Summer 2020 'disastrous ' - but have pledged to fight back .
But it could be months before they are allowed to begin to recoup in a post-pandemic world .

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Brit holidaymakers who have missed out on their annual trip to the Spanish tourist hotspots could be waiting even longer to visit their favourite resorts.
While Spain and its islands usually draw around 18 million UK visitors each year, the number has plummeted thanks to the UK government's quarantine restrictions, resorts in lockdown and airlines scrapping flights.
And as the country battles a second wave of coronavirus, the number of those testing positive for the disease is surging leading to harsher restrictions for both residents and visitors.
Despite the government advising against non-essential travel to all areas of Spain, some UK airlines are continuing to operate flights to and from. But confidence in international travel remains low, and many seats remain unsold with operators forced to massively cut back flight schedules and cancel trips.
Government officials in Majorca have revealed they wanted to "reactivate tourism" as soon as possible.
But those in the Costa Blanca - the region containing Benidorm - have already written off 2020.
Spanish politicians agreed there were many obstacles before the travel corridors with the UK could be reinstated, but stressed the desire to lift restrictions.
However, Spain is now averaging 105 Covid-linked deaths a day with 319.7 infections per 100,000 population across the past 14 days. A partial lockdown has already been reimposed in the capital city of Madrid.
There are real fears the spike in cases could lead to a new national lockdown.
The country was one of the hardest-hit when coronavirus first hit Europe earlier in the year and the Spanish authorities imposed a strict three-month shutdown allowing citizens only to leave their homes to shop for essential supplies or walk dogs.
And the surge in cases means Spain is unlikely to be added to the UK quarantine exempt list for some time.
Businesses in Magaluf, the popular party resort located in Majorca have called Summer 2020 'disastrous' - but have pledged to fight back.
But it could be months before they are allowed to begin to recoup in a post-pandemic world.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Pep Guardiola gives theory for Man City meltdown against Leicester

Pep Guardiola says Leicester 's gameplan led Manchester City players to believe they were n't playing well in the first half , leading to them being picked off on the counter-attack .
Riyad Mahrez gave the Blues the perfect start in their third game of the week and season as he rocketed in a loose ball in the box to put them ahead in the fourth minute of the game .
However , despite dominating possession in the first half the hosts were unable to add to their score .
After threatening a few times on the counter-attack , Leicester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jamie Vardy got on the wrong side of Kyle Walker in the penalty area and picked himself up to level the scores .
Guardiola made an attacking substitution early in the second half by bringing on forward Liam Delap for Fernandinho to give his team more presence in the box , but the home team were then ripped apart as Leicester score four more goals including another two penalties .
City 's manager reckons his players lost confidence in the first half as the visitors squeezed the space on the pitch , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's counter-punching that they were unable to respond in the game .
`` We played really good in the first 30 minutes , '' said Guardiola .
`` We scored early on and I think they defended so deep , so it was not easy .
`` In this situation it happened many times so we have to control the counter-attack and I think today the problem was that we put extra pressure on ourselves to score the second or third one when they just didn ’ t want to play , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the counter attack .
`` In that position we have to be more calm .
We were anxious to attack and say we are not creating chances , we got nervous and after we gave three penalties away .
And when you do that you can not [ win the game ] .
`` After 1-1 and 2-1 we were not strong enough to be stable , to be patient and settled .
With their two [ ranks of ] fives they settled back there and it is so difficult to create chances @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It has happened in the past in our four years together that we were calm and patient , to move them , to run , and in the moment to find a solution .
Because in these games we didn ’ t win three or four or five , we won 1-0 or 0-1 or 1-2 – short margins .
`` Today the consequence was more the fact we gave them three penalties and after that it is more difficult to win , and the fourth from Maddison was exceptional .
But especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ playing badly when we are not playing badly .

Pep Guardiola says Leicester's gameplan led Manchester City players to believe they weren't playing well in the first half, leading to them being picked off on the counter-attack.
Riyad Mahrez gave the Blues the perfect start in their third game of the week and season as he rocketed in a loose ball in the box to put them ahead in the fourth minute of the game.
However, despite dominating possession in the first half the hosts were unable to add to their score. After threatening a few times on the counter-attack, Leicester earned a penalty before the break when Jamie Vardy got on the wrong side of Kyle Walker in the penalty area and picked himself up to level the scores.
Guardiola made an attacking substitution early in the second half by bringing on forward Liam Delap for Fernandinho to give his team more presence in the box, but the home team were then ripped apart as Leicester score four more goals including another two penalties.
City's manager reckons his players lost confidence in the first half as the visitors squeezed the space on the pitch, and then were left so rocked by Leicester's counter-punching that they were unable to respond in the game.
"We played really good in the first 30 minutes," said Guardiola. "We scored early on and I think they defended so deep, so it was not easy.
"In this situation it happened many times so we have to control the counter-attack and I think today the problem was that we put extra pressure on ourselves to score the second or third one when they just didn’t want to play, they just wanted to defend and play on the counter attack.
"In that position we have to be more calm. We were anxious to attack and say we are not creating chances, we got nervous and after we gave three penalties away. And when you do that you cannot [win the game].
"After 1-1 and 2-1 we were not strong enough to be stable, to be patient and settled. With their two [ranks of] fives they settled back there and it is so difficult to create chances, it is so difficult.
“It has happened in the past in our four years together that we were calm and patient, to move them, to run, and in the moment to find a solution. Because in these games we didn’t win three or four or five, we won 1-0 or 0-1 or 1-2 – short margins.
"Today the consequence was more the fact we gave them three penalties and after that it is more difficult to win, and the fourth from Maddison was exceptional. But especially when we started to think we are playing badly when we are not playing badly.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Latest coronavirus infection rates for every Greater Manchester borough

More than 1,000 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 were recorded across the city of Manchester in the week to September 24 , the latest available figures , data showed tonight .
The infection rate , the number of people who test positive per 100,000 of the population , in Manchester now stands at 201 .
That 's the second highest in Greater Manchester after Bolton .
The increase in Manchester is likely to be attributed in part to the coronavirus outbreak linked to two Manchester Metropolitan University halls of residence .
The data , released by Public Health England on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bolton is 238 .
The figures , for the seven days to September 24 , are based on tests carried out in laboratories - pillar one of the Government 's testing programme - and in the wider community , pillar two .
Data for the most recent three days has been excluded as it is incomplete and likely to be revised .
Burnley is currently the place with the highest infection rate in the UK - with it standing at 269.9 per 100,000 people .
Knowsley has the second highest rate , up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cases .
Liverpool is in third place , where the rate has risen from 146.6 to 251.8 , with 1,254 new cases .
Bolton has the fifth highest infection rate in the country , with Manchester the ninth highest .
Every Greater Manchester borough is still on red alert , with all infection rates above the national average of 53.4 per 100,000 .
Only Bolton and Manchester have an infection rate higher than 200 .
The infection rates in the other eight areas of Greater Manchester are : According to the latest figures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Sunday , there were 5,693 new lab-confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the UK recorded in the last 24 hours .
This brings the overall number of cases confirmed to 434,969 .
While the virus has claimed the lives of a further 18 people in hospitals across the UK .

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More than 1,000 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 were recorded across the city of Manchester in the week to September 24, the latest available figures, data showed tonight.
The infection rate, the number of people who test positive per 100,000 of the population, in Manchester now stands at 201.
That's the second highest in Greater Manchester after Bolton.
The increase in Manchester is likely to be attributed in part to the coronavirus outbreak linked to two Manchester Metropolitan University halls of residence.
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The data, released by Public Health England on Sunday, shows the infection rate in Bolton is 238.
The figures, for the seven days to September 24, are based on tests carried out in laboratories - pillar one of the Government's testing programme - and in the wider community, pillar two.
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Data for the most recent three days has been excluded as it is incomplete and likely to be revised.
Burnley is currently the place with the highest infection rate in the UK - with it standing at 269.9 per 100,000 people.
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Knowsley has the second highest rate, up from 137.2 to 265.1 with 400 new cases.
Liverpool is in third place, where the rate has risen from 146.6 to 251.8, with 1,254 new cases.
Bolton has the fifth highest infection rate in the country, with Manchester the ninth highest.
Every Greater Manchester borough is still on red alert, with all infection rates above the national average of 53.4 per 100,000.
Only Bolton and Manchester have an infection rate higher than 200.
The infection rates in the other eight areas of Greater Manchester are:
- Bury 187
- Oldham 182
- Rochdale 176
- Salford 154
- Tameside 153
- Wigan 136
- Trafford 99
- Stockport 84
According to the latest figures, released by the Department for Health on Sunday, there were 5,693 new lab-confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the UK recorded in the last 24 hours.
This brings the overall number of cases confirmed to 434,969.
While the virus has claimed the lives of a further 18 people in hospitals across the UK.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Guardiola explains why he replaced Fernandinho with Liam Delap

Pep Guardiola turned to 17-year-old striker Liam Delap , making his Premier League debut , to try to stem the tide as Manchester City slumped to a 5-2 home defeat by Leicester .
And while that was a remarkable vote of confidence in the youngster – who scored on his first appearance for the Blues in the Carabao Cup on Thursday – it was also a bold gamble .
Guardiola took off veteran midfielder Fernandinho , whose passing and control had given City much of their early dominance in the game , and so abandoned the double pivot which served @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week .
Delap is a 6ft 1in , physical specimen and he hit the bar with a header , but Guardiola explained why he made that change .
And he said that after taking Fernandinho off , he had detailed Kyle Walker to pick up Fernandinho ’ s defensive job of stopping Harvey Barnes from getting a run on goal .
Asked why he had turned to Delap , Guardiola said : “ To put one player in the box with a good presence and a good header and stay there .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three centre halfs on the penalty spot .
And with Kyle , to control Barnes as he had done many times , instead of Dinho.
” The move did not work .
The teams were tied at 1-1 when Fernandinho went off in the 51 minute , and within seven minutes they were 3-1 down .
Chasing the game , they then conceded a fourth before Nathan Ake bagged hs first City goal to give a faint glimmer of hope which was crushed by Youri Tielemans ’ late penalty .

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Pep Guardiola turned to 17-year-old striker Liam Delap, making his Premier League debut, to try to stem the tide as Manchester City slumped to a 5-2 home defeat by Leicester.
And while that was a remarkable vote of confidence in the youngster – who scored on his first appearance for the Blues in the Carabao Cup on Thursday – it was also a bold gamble.
Guardiola took off veteran midfielder Fernandinho, whose passing and control had given City much of their early dominance in the game, and so abandoned the double pivot which served the team so well at Wolves last week.
Delap is a 6ft 1in, physical specimen and he hit the bar with a header, but Guardiola explained why he made that change.
And he said that after taking Fernandinho off, he had detailed Kyle Walker to pick up Fernandinho’s defensive job of stopping Harvey Barnes from getting a run on goal.
Asked why he had turned to Delap, Guardiola said: “To put one player in the box with a good presence and a good header and stay there.
“It was not easy because they had three centre halfs on the penalty spot. And with Kyle, to control Barnes as he had done many times, instead of Dinho.”
The move did not work. The teams were tied at 1-1 when Fernandinho went off in the 51 minute, and within seven minutes they were 3-1 down.
Chasing the game, they then conceded a fourth before Nathan Ake bagged hs first City goal to give a faint glimmer of hope which was crushed by Youri Tielemans’ late penalty.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Man United 'make surprise enquiry for N'Golo Kante' and more transfer rumours

Manchester United have made a shock enquiry for Chelsea star N'Golo Kante , according to reports .
With just over a week of the transfer window remaining , United are still trying to rescue their underwhelming summer of business by bringing in more new recruits by the October 5 deadline .
As a result , United have started to be linked with a wide range of players even though it 's understood that Jadon Sancho is still the top target and a new left-back is also on the agenda , with Alex Telles and Vitaliy Mykolenko being monitored .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interest in is defensive-midfielder Kante and , according to the Daily Mirror , via the The Sun , the club have reached out to the Frenchman 's advisors to gauge his availability .
Chelsea have spent a massive £222.48million on improving their squad this summer and it 's reported that they may look to recoup some of that expenditure by allowing Kante to leave , if they receive an acceptable offer .
The 29-year-old still has three-years on his contract so it would likely take a sizeable fee for Chelsea to let him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will only sign him if he takes a massive pay cut .
Italian giants Inter have also been linked .
M.E.N .
Sport understands that United are n't looking to sign another midfielder this summer following the arrival of Donny van de Beek and Kante is n't in the club 's ideal age range for new signings .
Meanwhile , Roma will make one final attempt to sign Chris Smalling , according to Tuttosport , via SempreInter .
The centre-back enjoyed a fantastic season on loan at the Serie A side last season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Stadio Olimpico , but Roma have failed to meet United 's valuation as of yet .
Inter are also believed to be interested in Smalling which will reportedly lead Roma to make one final bid this coming week before the window closes .

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Manchester United have made a shock enquiry for Chelsea star N'Golo Kante, according to reports.
With just over a week of the transfer window remaining, United are still trying to rescue their underwhelming summer of business by bringing in more new recruits by the October 5 deadline.
As a result, United have started to be linked with a wide range of players even though it's understood that Jadon Sancho is still the top target and a new left-back is also on the agenda, with Alex Telles and Vitaliy Mykolenko being monitored.
The latest player United have supposedly shown an interest in is defensive-midfielder Kante and, according to the Daily Mirror, via the The Sun, the club have reached out to the Frenchman's advisors to gauge his availability.
Chelsea have spent a massive £222.48million on improving their squad this summer and it's reported that they may look to recoup some of that expenditure by allowing Kante to leave, if they receive an acceptable offer.
The 29-year-old still has three-years on his contract so it would likely take a sizeable fee for Chelsea to let him leave and it's reported that United will only sign him if he takes a massive pay cut. Italian giants Inter have also been linked.
M.E.N. Sport understands that United aren't looking to sign another midfielder this summer following the arrival of Donny van de Beek and Kante isn't in the club's ideal age range for new signings.
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Meanwhile, Roma will make one final attempt to sign Chris Smalling, according to Tuttosport, via SempreInter.
The centre-back enjoyed a fantastic season on loan at the Serie A side last season and has been keen to return to the Stadio Olimpico, but Roma have failed to meet United's valuation as of yet.
Inter are also believed to be interested in Smalling which will reportedly lead Roma to make one final bid this coming week before the window closes.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Man City Women through to FA Cup semi-finals after Leicester scare

Underdogs Leicester City put in a magnificent effort to give mighty Manchester City a fright before bowing out of the Women ’ s FA Cup with a 2-1 quarter-final defeat .
The ambitious Championship club , who recently announced they were going full time and appointed former Foxes striker Emile Heskey as their ambassador , refused to accept second best despite falling two goals behind shortly before half time .
They earned their reward when Millie Farrow was felled in the penalty area for Charlie Devlin to thump her 78th-minute spot kick high past goalkeeper Karima Benameur Taieb to set @ @ @ @ @ @ @ danger , City raised the tempo in the closing stages but there were still moments when a defence marshalled by Steph Houghton had to be on their guard as the hosts put in a tremendous physical effort to keep the tie alive until the final whistle .
Earlier Leicester rode their luck in the early stages as Demi Lambourne made some defiant saves and Georgia Stanway 's close-range header rattled the bar .
But they could consider themselves unfortunate to go behind after 36 minutes when a soft penalty decision was awarded against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just defeated Lambourne .
There could be no complaints about City 's second however as Stanway fired emphatically high into the net to seemingly put the tie beyond doubt .
Leicester however defended with huge spirit to keep the visitors at bay after the break and went very close when Farrow smashed a close range shot narrowly over the bar .
Manchester City head coach Gareth Taylor said : “ We did expect Leicester to be that tough - I saw them against Blackburn and Sheffield United .
Really , we needed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ We were disappointed to concede the goal but it gave us the opportunity to show our resilience .
It ’ s difficult on the 4G surface .
“ Leicester are much more used to playing on that pitch which is very different .
We were up against it in many ways in the cup tie but we showed our desire and determination .
“ Were still lacking a couple of injured players but our bench was stronger today and the subs have played their part .
It 's not an easy job @ @ @ @ @ @ @ respect the job the officials do.
” Manchester City goalscorer Chloe Kelly added : “ It 's great to get through to the next round and I 'll be looking forward to us playing against my old club Arsenal .
“ Today we had to put in the dirty work and show what we are capable of.
” Leicester City manager Jonathan Morgan said : “ I ’ m very proud - not only of the first eleven today and the subs but the whole squad that has pulled together .
“ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and limited their opportunities .
We stuck at our task and fought to the end - I do n't think Manchester City expected us to be that way .
“ We were different in our mentality from the last time we played City but now we have got to play that way week in week out .
We were terrible against Sheffield United .
“ Now we have been brilliant against Manchester City - we need to be consistent and we want to get this club promoted .
Today we have shown we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ To follow the action and sign up for The FA Player ’ s live Barclays FA Women ’ s Super League coverage visit womenscompetitions.thefa.com

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Underdogs Leicester City put in a magnificent effort to give mighty Manchester City a fright before bowing out of the Women’s FA Cup with a 2-1 quarter-final defeat.
The ambitious Championship club, who recently announced they were going full time and appointed former Foxes striker Emile Heskey as their ambassador, refused to accept second best despite falling two goals behind shortly before half time.
They earned their reward when Millie Farrow was felled in the penalty area for Charlie Devlin to thump her 78th-minute spot kick high past goalkeeper Karima Benameur Taieb to set up a rousing finale.
Sensing the danger, City raised the tempo in the closing stages but there were still moments when a defence marshalled by Steph Houghton had to be on their guard as the hosts put in a tremendous physical effort to keep the tie alive until the final whistle.
Earlier Leicester rode their luck in the early stages as Demi Lambourne made some defiant saves and Georgia Stanway's close-range header rattled the bar.
But they could consider themselves unfortunate to go behind after 36 minutes when a soft penalty decision was awarded against Sophie Barker and Chloe Kelly's penalty just defeated Lambourne.
(Image: Chloe Knott/Manchester City FC)
There could be no complaints about City's second however as Stanway fired emphatically high into the net to seemingly put the tie beyond doubt.
Leicester however defended with huge spirit to keep the visitors at bay after the break and went very close when Farrow smashed a close range shot narrowly over the bar.
Manchester City head coach Gareth Taylor said: “We did expect Leicester to be that tough - I saw them against Blackburn and Sheffield United. Really, we needed the third goal to kill them off.
“We were disappointed to concede the goal but it gave us the opportunity to show our resilience. It’s difficult on the 4G surface.
“Leicester are much more used to playing on that pitch which is very different. We were up against it in many ways in the cup tie but we showed our desire and determination.
“Were still lacking a couple of injured players but our bench was stronger today and the subs have played their part. It's not an easy job to referee at this level and we respect the job the officials do.”
Manchester City goalscorer Chloe Kelly added: “It's great to get through to the next round and I'll be looking forward to us playing against my old club Arsenal.
“Today we had to put in the dirty work and show what we are capable of.”
(Image: Chloe Knott/Manchester City FC)
Leicester City manager Jonathan Morgan said: “I’m very proud - not only of the first eleven today and the subs but the whole squad that has pulled together.
“I thought we executed our plans very well and limited their opportunities. We stuck at our task and fought to the end - I don't think Manchester City expected us to be that way.
“We were different in our mentality from the last time we played City but now we have got to play that way week in week out. We were terrible against Sheffield United.
“Now we have been brilliant against Manchester City - we need to be consistent and we want to get this club promoted. Today we have shown we can compete against the best clubs.”
To follow the action and sign up for The FA Player’s live Barclays FA Women’s Super League coverage visit womenscompetitions.thefa.com


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--What Pep Guardiola said to Man City players after Leicester thrashing

Pep Guardiola claims his response to Manchester City 's worst home defeat for 17 years was to remind them how good they are .
City fell apart after dominating Leicester early in their Premier League meeting , and taking the lad through a stunning Riyad Mahrez strike .
A disorganised defensive display , and the concession of three penalties handed Jamie Vardy a hat-trick in a 5-2 win .
But Guardiola decided not to expose his players to the kind of rage to which some City managers of the past might have reacted .
Instead - if you believe what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - he chose to be positive and accept the blame himsef .
When asked what he told his players , he replied : `` How good they are , how good a team they are , how good players they are .
They know exactly the defeat is painful but we have to start again . ''
Attempting to give his reasons for the defeat , Guardiola said : `` We played so , so deep and after we scored a goal in the second minute and we did n't concede anything ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because it is normal , it is so difficult with Vardy standing 10-15 yards away from the 18-yard box , the spaces are so difficult to find .
`` We did n't create much , we had a clear chance but we did n't create much and we started to think we are not playing good and it was the opposite .
`` They wanted to run with Barnes and Praet and Vardy but they did n't run - but we conceded three penalties and it is more difficult .
`` After 1-0 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be patient and settled .
It is so difficult to create chances , it is so difficult .
`` Today the consequence was more the fact we gave them three penalties but when we started to think we are playing badly .
`` We spoke at half time that we are playing good , try to avoid mistakes there but we are playing good , and the rest will be in our hands .
But unfortunately we conceded the second , the third and after it was more difficult . ''

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Pep Guardiola claims his response to Manchester City 's worst home defeat for 17 years was to remind them how good they are.
City fell apart after dominating Leicester early in their Premier League meeting, and taking the lad through a stunning Riyad Mahrez strike.
A disorganised defensive display, and the concession of three penalties handed Jamie Vardy a hat-trick in a 5-2 win.
But Guardiola decided not to expose his players to the kind of rage to which some City managers of the past might have reacted.
Instead - if you believe what he said in the post-match press conference - he chose to be positive and accept the blame himsef.
When asked what he told his players, he replied: "How good they are, how good a team they are, how good players they are. They know exactly the defeat is painful but we have to start again."
Attempting to give his reasons for the defeat, Guardiola said: "We played so, so deep and after we scored a goal in the second minute and we didn't concede anything (at first).
"We struggled because it is normal, it is so difficult with Vardy standing 10-15 yards away from the 18-yard box, the spaces are so difficult to find.
"We didn't create much, we had a clear chance but we didn't create much and we started to think we are not playing good and it was the opposite.
"They wanted to run with Barnes and Praet and Vardy but they didn't run - but we conceded three penalties and it is more difficult.
"After 1-0 and 2-1 we were not strong enough to be patient and settled. It is so difficult to create chances, it is so difficult.
"Today the consequence was more the fact we gave them three penalties but when we started to think we are playing badly.
"We spoke at half time that we are playing good, try to avoid mistakes there but we are playing good, and the rest will be in our hands. But unfortunately we conceded the second, the third and after it was more difficult."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Heartbreaking video shows sobbing toddler found wandering streets alone

The moment a little boy is discovered wondering alone on a busy residential street has been captured in harrowing footage .
The tearful toddler , thought to be around two years of age , was found roaming along a pavement in Hull without any parents in sight .
In the footage , the child is seen holding the hand of a man who noticed the tot walking on his own on Saturday afternoon , reports Hull live .
The scared boy is seen standing close to the man 's own young son while the police arrive .
The footage shows @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care of the little boy and attempt to find his relatives .
After a brief pause he walks over to the officer who then picks him up .
In an unedited version of the clip , the police officer can be heard asking the boy where he lives , but he cries in response .
The boy is then placed in a police van with an officer while they try and establish how the boy came to be wandering the streets alone .
It was later revealed the boy had managed to escape @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and was luckily found by the passer-by just a short time afterwards .
It is understood the boy 's relatives have now been located .

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The moment a little boy is discovered wondering alone on a busy residential street has been captured in harrowing footage.
The tearful toddler, thought to be around two years of age, was found roaming along a pavement in Hull without any parents in sight.
In the footage, the child is seen holding the hand of a man who noticed the tot walking on his own on Saturday afternoon, reports Hull live.
(Image: Hull Live)
The scared boy is seen standing close to the man's own young son while the police arrive.
The footage shows the moment the police arrive to take care of the little boy and attempt to find his relatives.
After a brief pause he walks over to the officer who then picks him up.
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In an unedited version of the clip, the police officer can be heard asking the boy where he lives, but he cries in response.
The boy is then placed in a police van with an officer while they try and establish how the boy came to be wandering the streets alone.
It was later revealed the boy had managed to escape from a house in the local area and was luckily found by the passer-by just a short time afterwards.
It is understood the boy's relatives have now been located.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Vardy explains Leicester's simple blueprint to picking off Man City

Jamie Vardy has revealed how Leicester successfully took Rodri out of the game during their win at Manchester City to allow them to become the first side to score five goals against Pep Guardiola .
The City boss has never conceded five goals as manager before Sunday 's humbling to the Foxes , with Vardy grabbing a hat-trick at the Etihad .
And last season 's Golden Boot winner Vardy says their victory was down to an approach to frustrate City and stop the Blues from playing through Rodri - even after Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring early on for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were n't going to have too much of the ball so we set up to infuriate them and make sure the likes of Rodri got as little of the ball , '' Vardy told Sky Sports .
`` We were n't worried , they got a great goal but we knew if we stuck to our plan we 'd have chances .
We got them and stuck them away .
`` Sometimes the gaffer asks me to stay away from the ball , today it was different .
Drop in and do a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't have much on the ball but it was great to get a win . ''
Leicester hit back after Mahrez 's opener with Vardy 's hat-trick , which featured two penalties won by forcing the foul from City defenders Kyle Walker and Eric Garcia .
`` If you 're both running at speed whoever gets there first will be fouled by the other man .
They were both penalties , '' Vardy insisted , before revealing his near-post flick for his second goal was far from improvised .
He explained : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ open your legs they think it 'll go through so I managed to get something on it . ''
Vardy 's comments on Leicester 's approach was echoed by his manager Brendan Rodgers , who hailed his side 's tactical disipline .
He said : `` To beat Man City you have to run like hell .
So you have to have that mentality .
The tactical discipline was good and because of the counter press you have to get your passes off quick .
`` We fell behind to a brilliant finish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calm and showed enough that we could cause them a problem .
`` It was a brilliant performance and result .
It has taken me 13 years to play that way .
I ’ m very much about attacking and being aggressive .
I always try to be positive but I need to think of other ways to get results in theses games .
`` Bringing the game into our half of the field , block off one of their midfielders and you have to be good in the transition to get two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We took out the press from the goal kicks and went direct but overall the players had to work very hard . ''

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Jamie Vardy has revealed how Leicester successfully took Rodri out of the game during their win at Manchester City to allow them to become the first side to score five goals against Pep Guardiola.
The City boss has never conceded five goals as manager before Sunday's humbling to the Foxes, with Vardy grabbing a hat-trick at the Etihad.
And last season's Golden Boot winner Vardy says their victory was down to an approach to frustrate City and stop the Blues from playing through Rodri - even after Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring early on for the Blues.
"We knew we weren't going to have too much of the ball so we set up to infuriate them and make sure the likes of Rodri got as little of the ball," Vardy told Sky Sports.
"We weren't worried, they got a great goal but we knew if we stuck to our plan we'd have chances. We got them and stuck them away.
"Sometimes the gaffer asks me to stay away from the ball, today it was different. Drop in and do a man-marking job on Rodri. I didn't have much on the ball but it was great to get a win."
Leicester hit back after Mahrez's opener with Vardy's hat-trick, which featured two penalties won by forcing the foul from City defenders Kyle Walker and Eric Garcia.
"If you're both running at speed whoever gets there first will be fouled by the other man. They were both penalties," Vardy insisted, before revealing his near-post flick for his second goal was far from improvised.
He explained: "With the keeper as long as you open your legs they think it'll go through so I managed to get something on it."
Vardy's comments on Leicester's approach was echoed by his manager Brendan Rodgers, who hailed his side's tactical disipline.
He said: "To beat Man City you have to run like hell. So you have to have that mentality. The tactical discipline was good and because of the counter press you have to get your passes off quick.
"We fell behind to a brilliant finish. We showed good composure and stayed calm and showed enough that we could cause them a problem.
"It was a brilliant performance and result. It has taken me 13 years to play that way. I’m very much about attacking and being aggressive. I always try to be positive but I need to think of other ways to get results in theses games.
"Bringing the game into our half of the field, block off one of their midfielders and you have to be good in the transition to get two or three passes to get out. We took out the press from the goal kicks and went direct but overall the players had to work very hard."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-27--Man Met university moves all first year learning online after Covid-19 outbreak

All lectures , seminars and classes for first and foundation year students at Manchester Metropolitan University will be online for the next 14 days after a Covid-19 oubreak .
As reported , the situation has led to around 1,500 students being told not to leave two university halls of residence for two weeks , unless it 's an emergency .
There have been 137 positive cases in a matter of weeks linked to Birley campus on Bonsall Street and Cambridge Hall on Cavendish Street .
Professor Malcolm Press , vice-chancellor of Manchester Metropolitan University , told the Manchester Evening News @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a fortnight .
And he said the situation would be reviewed regularly .
The University and College Union ( UCU ) said the university should move 'the majority ' of all teaching online 'immediately ' .
In a statement , it said the union has previously called for online learning to be universities ' 'default position ' in an effort to stem the spread of the virus .
Prof Press said other year groups would continue to be taught in a 'blended way ' - a mix of online and face-to-face classes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'flexibility ' to move to fully online if needed .
`` The Government places a high priority on universities staying open and delivering high quality education , '' Prof Press said .
`` Students tell us that they value the mix of online and face-to-face education and it is important that we do what we can to deliver this in a COVID-secure way .
`` It would be unfair to expect students to put their lives on hold .
`` We have switched all of our foundation year and first year students to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and are reviewing the situation regularly .
`` Other year groups will continue to learn in a blended way .
`` Students are taking one course unit at a time and in small groups , with members of staff always remaining at least two metres from students , with the use of face coverings or visors , as well as other measures in place . ''
Many students said they were caught by surprise by the announcement , and that many only found out when they encountered security guards at the gates @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leave .
Today , friends and families were seen dropping off food for students inside both halls of residences .
Many parents drove miles for hours to reach their loved ones .
The university said today it was developing an additional package of care and financial support to assist students who have been asked to go into 14-day self-isolation .
The support will include the provision of food and other essential items through partnerships with local supermarkets , enhanced health and wellbeing services , and additional financial assistance .
And Manchester 's Director @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said a specific testing programme based on the latest epidemiology would start on Monday .
He said : `` This will be communicated to students by close of play Monday . ''
Prof Press added : `` The physical and emotional wellbeing of our students is paramount .
Discussions with Public Health England and Manchester City Council on Friday led to the decision to ask students living in these halls to self-isolate at short notice .
`` The reason for this decision was the rise in the number of Covid-19 cases , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and the need to protect our wider community .
`` I recognise the impact that this situation is having on our students , particularly given the extremely short period of time we had to inform them of the decision .
Many of them are away from home for the first time and still finding their feet .
`` Their welfare is our top priority .
`` We are urgently preparing a care package which we hope will ensure students will have the essentials they require in halls , plus financial support to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We expect students to follow the guidance for self-isolation set out by the Government and Public Health England . ''
Staff , he said , would be on hand 24 hours a day .

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All lectures, seminars and classes for first and foundation year students at Manchester Metropolitan University will be online for the next 14 days after a Covid-19 oubreak.
As reported, the situation has led to around 1,500 students being told not to leave two university halls of residence for two weeks, unless it's an emergency.
There have been 137 positive cases in a matter of weeks linked to Birley campus on Bonsall Street and Cambridge Hall on Cavendish Street.
Professor Malcolm Press, vice-chancellor of Manchester Metropolitan University, told the Manchester Evening News online learning would remain in place for a fortnight.
And he said the situation would be reviewed regularly.
The University and College Union (UCU) said the university should move 'the majority' of all teaching online 'immediately'.
(Image: PA)
In a statement, it said the union has previously called for online learning to be universities' 'default position' in an effort to stem the spread of the virus.
Prof Press said other year groups would continue to be taught in a 'blended way' - a mix of online and face-to-face classes.
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But he said the university has the 'flexibility' to move to fully online if needed.
"The Government places a high priority on universities staying open and delivering high quality education," Prof Press said.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"Students tell us that they value the mix of online and face-to-face education and it is important that we do what we can to deliver this in a COVID-secure way.
"It would be unfair to expect students to put their lives on hold.
"We have switched all of our foundation year and first year students to online learning for the next 14 days, and are reviewing the situation regularly.
"Other year groups will continue to learn in a blended way.
"Students are taking one course unit at a time and in small groups, with members of staff always remaining at least two metres from students, with the use of face coverings or visors, as well as other measures in place."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Many students said they were caught by surprise by the announcement, and that many only found out when they encountered security guards at the gates who said they were not allowed to leave.
Today, friends and families were seen dropping off food for students inside both halls of residences.
Many parents drove miles for hours to reach their loved ones.
The university said today it was developing an additional package of care and financial support to assist students who have been asked to go into 14-day self-isolation.
The support will include the provision of food and other essential items through partnerships with local supermarkets, enhanced health and wellbeing services, and additional financial assistance.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
And Manchester's Director of Public Health, David Regan, said a specific testing programme based on the latest epidemiology would start on Monday.
He said: "This will be communicated to students by close of play Monday."
Prof Press added: "The physical and emotional wellbeing of our students is paramount. Discussions with Public Health England and Manchester City Council on Friday led to the decision to ask students living in these halls to self-isolate at short notice.
"The reason for this decision was the rise in the number of Covid-19 cases, with 127 students testing positive for the virus, and the need to protect our wider community.
"I recognise the impact that this situation is having on our students, particularly given the extremely short period of time we had to inform them of the decision. Many of them are away from home for the first time and still finding their feet.
"Their welfare is our top priority.
"We are urgently preparing a care package which we hope will ensure students will have the essentials they require in halls, plus financial support to assist them through this challenging period.
"We expect students to follow the guidance for self-isolation set out by the Government and Public Health England."
Staff, he said, would be on hand 24 hours a day.