themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-07--Boris Johnson reacts to Joe Biden's US election victory

Democratic nominee Joe Biden has been congratulated over his projected victory in the 2020 US election from political leaders across the UK .
Mr Biden was declared winner after Pennsylvania was projected for the Democrat - meaning he had secured the 270 electoral college votes needed to win .
His running mate , Kamala Harris will make history as the first female , black , and Indian-American Vice-President .
As news of their victory broke from the United States , politicians in the UK took to social media to congratulate the democrat on his apparent win .
Prime Minister , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of No 10. this evening .
`` Congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as president of the United States and to Kamala Harris on her historic achievement , '' he wrote .
`` The US is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely together on our shared priorities from climate change , to trade and security . ''
Leader of the opposition , Sir Kier Starmer , issued a slightly more detailed , and emotional statement on Biden 's success .
`` Congratulations to Joe Biden on his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of America , '' he wrote in a series of tweets .
`` He ran a campaign on the values that we in the United Kingdom share - decency , integrity , compassion and strength .
And I want to congratulate Kamala Harris on being elected Vice-President , the first woman of colour to take that role .
`` Their victory is one for hope and unity over dishonesty and division .
Millions of Americans of all backgrounds and ages have come together to vote for a better , more optimistic future .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ moment for the world .
It is a chance to reassert America ’ s place as a force for good on the world stage , '' Sir Kier added .
`` A nation that will work with Britain and other allies to defeat this pandemic and fight climate change .
`` Joe Biden and the Democrats have always shared Labour ’ s values and the links between our two parties remain strong .
I am looking forward to building on this and forging an even stronger relationship between the UK and the USA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , adopted a more cautious approach to his congratulatory tweet , saying : `` While some of the processes are still playing out , it is now clear Joe Biden has won .
`` Congratulations to the President-elect & Kamala Harris on their historic victory , which saw them win more votes than any candidates in US history .
`` It was a close contest and Donald Trump fought hard .
Looking forward to working with the new administration – the UK US friendship has always been a force for good in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wigan MP Lisa Nandy said seeing Kamala Harris make history as the first woman and first woman of colour Vice-President .
`` Congratulations to President Elect Joe Biden whose victory is a light after years of darkness , '' she wrote on Twitter .
`` The world now has a chance to turn the page on a dark , divisive era .
To our Democratic friends - know that you have friend in UK Labour as we face the many challenges that lie ahead .
`` Seeing Kamala Harris make history as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to hold the office of Vice-President of the United States is a day I will never forget .
This is what hope feels like .
History is made . ''

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Democratic nominee Joe Biden has been congratulated over his projected victory in the 2020 US election from political leaders across the UK.
Mr Biden was declared winner after Pennsylvania was projected for the Democrat - meaning he had secured the 270 electoral college votes needed to win.
His running mate, Kamala Harris will make history as the first female, black, and Indian-American Vice-President.
As news of their victory broke from the United States, politicians in the UK took to social media to congratulate the democrat on his apparent win.
Prime Minister, Boris Johnson tweeted a statement on behalf of No 10. this evening.
"Congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as president of the United States and to Kamala Harris on her historic achievement," he wrote.
"The US is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely together on our shared priorities from climate change, to trade and security."
Leader of the opposition, Sir Kier Starmer, issued a slightly more detailed, and emotional statement on Biden's success.
"Congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as President of the United States of America," he wrote in a series of tweets.
"He ran a campaign on the values that we in the United Kingdom share - decency, integrity, compassion and strength. And I want to congratulate Kamala Harris on being elected Vice-President, the first woman of colour to take that role.
"Their victory is one for hope and unity over dishonesty and division. Millions of Americans of all backgrounds and ages have come together to vote for a better, more optimistic future."
"This is also an important moment for the world. It is a chance to reassert America’s place as a force for good on the world stage," Sir Kier added.
"A nation that will work with Britain and other allies to defeat this pandemic and fight climate change.
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"Joe Biden and the Democrats have always shared Labour’s values and the links between our two parties remain strong. I am looking forward to building on this and forging an even stronger relationship between the UK and the USA."
Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, adopted a more cautious approach to his congratulatory tweet, saying: "While some of the processes are still playing out, it is now clear Joe Biden has won.
"Congratulations to the President-elect & Kamala Harris on their historic victory, which saw them win more votes than any candidates in US history.
"It was a close contest and Donald Trump fought hard. Looking forward to working with the new administration – the UK US friendship has always been a force for good in the world."
Shadow Foreign Secretary and Wigan MP Lisa Nandy said seeing Kamala Harris make history as the first woman and first woman of colour Vice-President.
"Congratulations to President Elect Joe Biden whose victory is a light after years of darkness," she wrote on Twitter.
"The world now has a chance to turn the page on a dark, divisive era. To our Democratic friends - know that you have friend in UK Labour as we face the many challenges that lie ahead.
"Seeing Kamala Harris make history as the first woman and first woman of colour to hold the office of Vice-President of the United States is a day I will never forget. This is what hope feels like. History is made."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-07--Helicopters spotted at I'm A Celeb castle as new series preparations continue

Six helicopters were spotted near the new North Wales home of I 'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here !
, as preparations for the new series of the show continue .
Ant and Dec will be presenting the twentieth series of the show from Gwrych Castle , rather than the usual base in the Gold Coast , Australia .
Residents have told how there is a 'real buzz ' in the area , as ITV staff prepare for the first episode next Sunday , the Daily Post reports .
Abergele residents Neil and Debbie Roberts watched on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the castle .
Neil , of Sunningdale , Abergele , said : `` We heard them coming over and the best vantage point to see them was from the back bedroom .
`` So we legged it upstairs .
My wife was faster than me getting her mobile phone out . ''
Neil , 64 , a lecturer , added : `` They came from the Rhyl direction , flew over Gwrych Castle then they banked and went out to sea .
`` Then they banked again and came south to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the castle . ''
Instead of being hidden deep in the Australian bush , this year 's celebrities will be relatively close to homes and businesses close to the castle .
`` It 's like a mini city '' , said Neil .
`` We were gobsmacked when Gwrych Castle was chosen for the show .
There 's a real buzz in the town .
`` Everyone is excited .
It 's lightened the mood ( during the coronavirus lockdown restrictions ) . ''

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Six helicopters were spotted near the new North Wales home of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, as preparations for the new series of the show continue.
Ant and Dec will be presenting the twentieth series of the show from Gwrych Castle, rather than the usual base in the Gold Coast, Australia.
Residents have told how there is a 'real buzz' in the area, as ITV staff prepare for the first episode next Sunday, the Daily Post reports.
Abergele residents Neil and Debbie Roberts watched on as a number of helicopters were spotted over the castle.
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Neil, of Sunningdale, Abergele, said: "We heard them coming over and the best vantage point to see them was from the back bedroom.
"So we legged it upstairs. My wife was faster than me getting her mobile phone out."
Neil, 64, a lecturer, added: "They came from the Rhyl direction, flew over Gwrych Castle then they banked and went out to sea.
"Then they banked again and came south to the castle and flew off westwards, behind the castle."
Instead of being hidden deep in the Australian bush, this year's celebrities will be relatively close to homes and businesses close to the castle.
"It's like a mini city", said Neil. "We were gobsmacked when Gwrych Castle was chosen for the show. There's a real buzz in the town.
"Everyone is excited. It's lightened the mood (during the coronavirus lockdown restrictions)."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-07--Kerry Katona strikes a pose in lacy underwear for her OnlyFans account

Kerry Katona showed off her toned figure as she struck a pose on her Only Fans account .
The mother-of-five posed in lacy underwear as she teased to subscribers what to expect from the subscription-only website .
Kerry , who recently celebrated her 40th birthday , shared some sultry snaps on her Instagram page .
The OnlyFans platform allows people to share images with followers from behind a paywall .
The look is a far cry from the one she 'll be adopting when she returns to our TV screens on a new series of Celebs On The Farm .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ among a new batch of celebrities who will be put through their paces as they learn all they need to know about farming .
Previous tasks have included herding sheep , mucking out stables and looking after cows and chickens .
Celebs compete to be named the Best in Show .
An air date has yet to be confirmed for the show , which is set to make a comeback on MTV .
The reality show aired on 5Star in 2018 and 2019 after originally being broadcast as The Farm in 2004 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Unleashed Talent Management as they announced that their client was joining the line-up , Kerry beams with delight as she holds an adorable piglet on the farm , looking snug and rather muddy in a yellow quilted coat and fluffy woolly hat .
It 's been a big year for Kerry because , as well as turning 40 , in September she announced her engagement to personal trainer Ryan Mahoney .
Kerry and Ryan met through the dating app Bumble in 2018 .
In June Kerry spoke about overhauling her lifestyle as she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She wrote on her Instagram : `` Got to say credit where credit is due , I ’ ve kept my word to myself to stay in shape , quit smoking and just in general have a healthier lifestyle , not just for the benefits of losing weight and keeping it off but even more so for my state of mind .
`` I have never ever felt more on top and in control of myself , my emotions , my decisions and my over all wellbeing ! ''
Kerry also credited @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Kerry Katona showed off her toned figure as she struck a pose on her Only Fans account.
The mother-of-five posed in lacy underwear as she teased to subscribers what to expect from the subscription-only website.
Kerry, who recently celebrated her 40th birthday, shared some sultry snaps on her Instagram page.
The OnlyFans platform allows people to share images with followers from behind a paywall.
(Image: Kerry Katona)
The look is a far cry from the one she'll be adopting when she returns to our TV screens on a new series of Celebs On The Farm.
The former Atomic Kitten star will be among a new batch of celebrities who will be put through their paces as they learn all they need to know about farming.
Previous tasks have included herding sheep, mucking out stables and looking after cows and chickens.
(Image: MTV)
Celebs compete to be named the Best in Show.
An air date has yet to be confirmed for the show, which is set to make a comeback on MTV.
The reality show aired on 5Star in 2018 and 2019 after originally being broadcast as The Farm in 2004 and 2005.
In a photo shared by Unleashed Talent Management as they announced that their client was joining the line-up, Kerry beams with delight as she holds an adorable piglet on the farm, looking snug and rather muddy in a yellow quilted coat and fluffy woolly hat.
It's been a big year for Kerry because, as well as turning 40, in September she announced her engagement to personal trainer Ryan Mahoney.
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Kerry and Ryan met through the dating app Bumble in 2018.
In June Kerry spoke about overhauling her lifestyle as she posed in workout gear in the gym.
She wrote on her Instagram: "Got to say credit where credit is due, I’ve kept my word to myself to stay in shape, quit smoking and just in general have a healthier lifestyle, not just for the benefits of losing weight and keeping it off but even more so for my state of mind.
"I have never ever felt more on top and in control of myself, my emotions, my decisions and my over all wellbeing!"
Kerry also credited weight loss injections for the overhaul.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-07--Man City evening headlines as Ederson defends Everton's Pickford

Good evening , Manchester City fans .
Here are your evening headlines for Saturday , November 7. goalkeeper Ederson has defended Everton ’ s Jordan Pickford over the challenge that seriously injured Virgil van Dijk .
The Liverpool defender could be sidelined for the remainder of the season after the England international lunged into him during the Merseyside derby , but Ederson believes there was no malicious intent , comparing it to Sadio Mane ’ s infamous high boot he was on the receiving end of back in 2017 .
`` First and foremost , I do n't think any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injure an opponent , '' he said , via .
`` Sometimes you have a fraction of a second to make a decision .
Unfortunately , Jordan Pickford had that clash with Van Dijk and it ended up resulting in a serious injury .
That 's part of football ; sometimes it happens .
It could happen to any of us .
`` I do n't think it was Pickford 's intention to injure Van Dijk and in the same way I do n't think it was Mane 's intention to do that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game a few years ago .
You have such a short time to make a decision and it could happen to any of us.
” Jurgen Klopp has given his take on the claim Pep Guardiola is obsessive , praising the City manager for how he prepares for matches .
In his pre-match press conference , one journalist pointed out that in the ‘ All Or Nothing ’ Amazon documentary series , Guardiola appeared to be obsessive in how he prepared for Liverpool .
“ He 's obsessed ?
!
” Klopp responded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him .
`` I did n't watch the documentary so I do n't know what you are talking about !
`` Very often when you play against an opponent you realise that pretty much all the preparation is really difficult because when they play against us they change everything and that makes it really tricky because you do n't know what to expect .
“ In this case , yes , City do what they always do and it is that good they do it always because if was n't that good they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` That makes it a challenge in the preparation but interesting as well because you do n't play a lot of games against a team with such a high quality like City in specific areas where they play and all this kind of thing.
” Here ’ s what the Liverpool manager said in full ahead of tomorrow ’ s big match .
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has given a new interview on the first episode of the .
The 23-year-old said that City forward Raheem Sterling , who has never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injustice , has been an inspiration when it comes to speaking out about issues in society .
Manchester City are preparing to take on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
Pep Guardiola 's men are desperate to regain the Premier League title , but the champions are already back on top of the table , and Sunday 's crunch at the Etihad Stadium - even so early in the season - is crucial to their chances of challenging for the crown .
City lie five points behind the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a game in hand , so three points on Sunday could see them truly back in the race .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to your inbox , including all the build-up and analysis ahead of Sunday 's match , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address in the sign-up box above , or click here - it 's free and it only takes a few seconds Rashford , who has received an MBE for his dedicated campaigning against the issue of childhood poverty in Britain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City ’ s rivals but he has nothing but respect for Sterling , with whom he plays alongside for England .
`` The most recent one was probably Raheem when he started speaking about the issues that he has faced , '' he said .
`` For me , Raheem showed me if you 're not happy about something say it and make people aware of it .
It 's not a crime to tell people what you think , it 's probably the biggest thing that sparked change for me . ''

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Good evening, Manchester City fans. Here are your evening headlines for Saturday, November 7.
Ederson defends Pickford over van Dijk challenge
Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has defended Everton’s Jordan Pickford over the challenge that seriously injured Virgil van Dijk.
The Liverpool defender could be sidelined for the remainder of the season after the England international lunged into him during the Merseyside derby, but Ederson believes there was no malicious intent, comparing it to Sadio Mane’s infamous high boot he was on the receiving end of back in 2017.
"First and foremost, I don't think any player steps on the pitch looking to injure an opponent," he said, via The Mirror .
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"Sometimes you have a fraction of a second to make a decision. Unfortunately, Jordan Pickford had that clash with Van Dijk and it ended up resulting in a serious injury. That's part of football; sometimes it happens. It could happen to any of us.
"I don't think it was Pickford's intention to injure Van Dijk and in the same way I don't think it was Mane's intention to do that when he clashed with me in our game a few years ago. You have such a short time to make a decision and it could happen to any of us.”
Klopp responds to ‘obsessive’ Guardiola claim
Jurgen Klopp has given his take on the claim Pep Guardiola is obsessive, praising the City manager for how he prepares for matches.
In his pre-match press conference, one journalist pointed out that in the ‘All Or Nothing’ Amazon documentary series, Guardiola appeared to be obsessive in how he prepared for Liverpool.
“He's obsessed?!” Klopp responded, when the claim was put to him. "I didn't watch the documentary so I don't know what you are talking about!
"Very often when you play against an opponent you realise that pretty much all the preparation is really difficult because when they play against us they change everything and that makes it really tricky because you don't know what to expect.
“In this case, yes, City do what they always do and it is that good they do it always because if wasn't that good they would change it from time to time.
"That makes it a challenge in the preparation but interesting as well because you don't play a lot of games against a team with such a high quality like City in specific areas where they play and all this kind of thing.”
Here’s what the Liverpool manager said in full ahead of tomorrow’s big match.
Rashford cites Sterling’s inspiration for his activism
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has given a new interview on the first episode of the Football Association's Black, England and Proud series .
The 23-year-old said that City forward Raheem Sterling, who has never shied away from speaking out about racial injustice, has been an inspiration when it comes to speaking out about issues in society.
Rashford, who has received an MBE for his dedicated campaigning against the issue of childhood poverty in Britain, might be an academy graduate of City’s rivals but he has nothing but respect for Sterling, with whom he plays alongside for England.
"The most recent one was probably Raheem when he started speaking about the issues that he has faced," he said.
"For me, Raheem showed me if you're not happy about something say it and make people aware of it. It's not a crime to tell people what you think, it's probably the biggest thing that sparked change for me."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-07--The latest coronavirus infection rates for every borough in Greater Manchester

Coronavirus infection rates are falling in six Greater Manchester boroughs .
Oldham and Bury appear to be the only boroughs where the number of cases is continuing to rise significantly .
The rate of infection is now approaching 800 cases per 100,000 people in Oldham , and stands at 780.2 in the week ending November 3 .
This is the highest rate recorded by any borough in Greater Manchester since the start of the pandemic .
There were 1,850 positive tests in Oldham in the seven days leading to November 3 , an increase of 11 per cent from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infection rate is also climbing at a significant rate , and stands at 597.9 per 100,000 people .
A total of 1,142 new cases were recorded in the week ending November 3 , an increase of 12 per cent week-on-week .
Infection rates do appear to be falling in Wigan , Bolton , Tameside , Manchester , Stockport , and Trafford .
It is worth noting that it is too early to tell if this will develop into a significant downward trend , as rates have fluctuated over the last few weeks .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ is slightly down , by 0.8 per cent , at 550.56 .
The national average is currently 242.7 .
The rate of infection has fallen in Tameside for the first time since August 21 , in the week ending November 3 .
A further 1,186 new cases were confirmed in a seven-day period , which is a drop of four per cent from the week before .
After reaching an apparent peak in October , the city of Manchester is seeing a noticeable fall in the number of cases .
The infection rate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as of November 3 .
A further 2,561 cases were recorded in the last seven day period , which is 141 less than the week before .
Infection rates in Stockport are falling at the most noticeable pace , with a seven per cent reduction in the number of cases week-on-week .
The borough 's infection rate is 4209 - the second lowest in the conurbation after Trafford , which stands at 409.9 .
Rates are rising steadily in Rochdale and Salford , with 598.9 and 614.3 cases per 100,000 people in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new cases of coronavirus confirmed in Salford in the week ending November 3 , an increase of one per cent week-on-week .
Rochdale recorded 1,332 positive tests in the same week , an increase of three per cent from the seven days before .
The latest infection rates comes as Greater Manchester recorded one of the highest daily death tolls since the first peak of the pandemic .
A further 47 people died in the region 's hospitals after contracting coronavirus , in Saturday 's daily figures released by NHS England .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deaths recorded since the first peak of hospital admissions back in the Spring .
The latest figures , from NHS England , brings Greater Manchester ’ s hospital death toll to 2,944 .

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Coronavirus infection rates are falling in six Greater Manchester boroughs.
Oldham and Bury appear to be the only boroughs where the number of cases is continuing to rise significantly.
The rate of infection is now approaching 800 cases per 100,000 people in Oldham, and stands at 780.2 in the week ending November 3.
This is the highest rate recorded by any borough in Greater Manchester since the start of the pandemic.
There were 1,850 positive tests in Oldham in the seven days leading to November 3, an increase of 11 per cent from the week before.
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In Bury, the infection rate is also climbing at a significant rate, and stands at 597.9 per 100,000 people.
A total of 1,142 new cases were recorded in the week ending November 3, an increase of 12 per cent week-on-week.
Infection rates do appear to be falling in Wigan, Bolton, Tameside, Manchester, Stockport, and Trafford.
It is worth noting that it is too early to tell if this will develop into a significant downward trend, as rates have fluctuated over the last few weeks.
Overall, the Greater Manchester infection rate is slightly down, by 0.8 per cent, at 550.56. The national average is currently 242.7.
The rate of infection has fallen in Tameside for the first time since August 21, in the week ending November 3.
A further 1,186 new cases were confirmed in a seven-day period, which is a drop of four per cent from the week before.
After reaching an apparent peak in October, the city of Manchester is seeing a noticeable fall in the number of cases.
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The infection rate there is now 463.3 per 100,000 people, as of November 3.
A further 2,561 cases were recorded in the last seven day period, which is 141 less than the week before.
Infection rates in Stockport are falling at the most noticeable pace, with a seven per cent reduction in the number of cases week-on-week.
The borough's infection rate is 4209 - the second lowest in the conurbation after Trafford, which stands at 409.9.
Rates are rising steadily in Rochdale and Salford, with 598.9 and 614.3 cases per 100,000 people in each borough respectively.
There were 1,590 new cases of coronavirus confirmed in Salford in the week ending November 3, an increase of one per cent week-on-week.
Rochdale recorded 1,332 positive tests in the same week, an increase of three per cent from the seven days before.
The latest infection rates comes as Greater Manchester recorded one of the highest daily death tolls since the first peak of the pandemic.
A further 47 people died in the region's hospitals after contracting coronavirus, in Saturday's daily figures released by NHS England.
It is one of the highest numbers of deaths recorded since the first peak of hospital admissions back in the Spring.
The latest figures, from NHS England, brings Greater Manchester’s hospital death toll to 2,944.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Micah Richards 'astonished' by Man City transfer decision

Micah Richards says he is `` astonished '' that Manchester City did not sign a striker during the summer transfer window .
City boss Pep Guardiola has used winger Ferran Torres as a makeshift front man in recent weeks following injuries to Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus .
Jesus is now back in contention , though Aguero - the club 's all-time record goalscorer - remains sidelined for the time being .
Richards believes that a club of City 's stature should have moved to bring in more cover and competition up front , like some of their rivals have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a striker , '' he told Sky Sports ahead of City 's Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday .
`` Aguero has been injured constantly for the last couple of seasons , Jesus picked up an injury and it looks like he 's now going to be back and fit to play today .
`` I 'm astonished that Man City , given the calibre of the club , have not gone out and bought a top , top striker - especially with everyone else strengthening their squads . ''
Richards , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recent additions of Ruben Dias and Nathan Ake in defence .
`` Dias looks really good now , I 've been enjoying him , '' added the former City defender .
`` ( Aymeric ) Laporte is back fit now , ( John ) Stones and Ake played really well in the Champions League .
`` It 's looking better .
I do n't think he problem is fixed , if I 'm honest , but it is looking better . ''
Manchester City are preparing to take on Liverpool in the biggest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pep Guardiola 's men are desperate to regain the Premier League title , but the champions are already back on top of the table , and Sunday 's crunch at the Etihad Stadium - even so early in the season - is crucial to their chances of challenging for the crown .
City lie five points behind the Merseysiders in the table , but have a game in hand , so three points on Sunday could see them truly back in the race .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and analysis ahead of Sunday 's match , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address in the sign-up box above , or click here - it 's free and it only takes a few seconds City - runners-up to Liverpool last season - are 12th in the table after taking 11 points from their opening six league fixtures .
Guardiola 's men have a game in hand and victory over the champions at the Etihad Stadium ( 4.30pm ) would cut the gap between them to just two points @

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Micah Richards says he is "astonished" that Manchester City did not sign a striker during the summer transfer window.
City boss Pep Guardiola has used winger Ferran Torres as a makeshift front man in recent weeks following injuries to Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus.
Jesus is now back in contention, though Aguero - the club's all-time record goalscorer - remains sidelined for the time being.
Richards believes that a club of City's stature should have moved to bring in more cover and competition up front, like some of their rivals have done.
"I think they need a striker," he told Sky Sports ahead of City's Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday.
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"Aguero has been injured constantly for the last couple of seasons, Jesus picked up an injury and it looks like he's now going to be back and fit to play today.
"I'm astonished that Man City, given the calibre of the club, have not gone out and bought a top, top striker - especially with everyone else strengthening their squads."
Richards, though, has been impressed by the recent additions of Ruben Dias and Nathan Ake in defence.
"Dias looks really good now, I've been enjoying him," added the former City defender.
"(Aymeric) Laporte is back fit now, (John) Stones and Ake played really well in the Champions League.
"It's looking better. I don't think he problem is fixed, if I'm honest, but it is looking better."
City - runners-up to Liverpool last season - are 12th in the table after taking 11 points from their opening six league fixtures.
Guardiola's men have a game in hand and victory over the champions at the Etihad Stadium (4.30pm) would cut the gap between them to just two points.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--LIVE: Hundreds gather in Piccadilly Gardens to protest against lockdown

People are gathering in Piccadilly Gardens in central Manchester to protest against the national lockdown .
The protest is believe @ @ @ @ @ the city centre at around 1pm .
Social media footage showed a few hundred people @ @ @ @ @ .
There appeared to be little social distancing and none of the protesters appeared to @ @ @ @ @ of them carried placards .
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Hundreds of people gathered in Piccadilly Gardens in central Manchester today to protest against the national lockdown.
The protest is believe to have got underway in the city centre at around 1pm.
There appeared to be little social distancing and none of the protesters appeared to be wearing masks.
Condemning the protest on Sunday evening, GMP said they estimated 600 were in attendance and said police officers responding to the incident were left injured.
They also said a large number of people had travelled to Manchester for the protest - including one group who came via coach from Cumbria.
Assistant Chief Constable Mabs Hussain said: "I would like to use this opportunity to publically condemn this gathering. Both the organisers and attendees were irresponsible - increasing demand on police who are also responding to calls regarding serious incidents and people who are in immediate danger across Greater Manchester.
"Under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, officers authorised a Section 34 Dispersal Order. They also arrested four people on suspicion of public order offences and issued 24 £200 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs). Enquiries are ongoing to also issue an FPN to the organiser."
He added: "Whilst responding to this gathering, a number of officers were injured. This is unacceptable behaviour towards officers who were simply doing their job and protecting people. Investigators will now work to identify those responsible and ensure they face justice.
"I would also like to remind members of the public that these restrictions are to control the spread of Covid-19 and protect everyone - including you and your loved ones as well as the NHS. I encourage you to do your bit to fight the virus by complying with the restrictions and staying at home."
Many of them carried placards. One of them read: "Fear is the currency of control."
Greater Manchester Police have issued a dispersal order and urged people to leave.
A spokesperson said: "Greater Manchester Police is aware of a large gathering in Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre and officers are in attendance.
"Prior to this gathering, officers engaged with the organiser; explained the restrictions; and encouraged compliance and are continuing to do so.
"Under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, a Section 34 Dispersal Order has been authorised for Manchester City Centre until 6.45pm today (Sunday 8 November 2020). This means members of the public must not gather in the area. Failure to comply is a criminal offence.
"GMP would also like to use this opportunity to remind members of the public that, under the national Covid-19 restrictions, gatherings of more than two people are unlawful. We encourage people to comply with these restrictions, as we have throughout this public health crisis, to help keep themselves and others safe."
The event was dispersed at around 5pm but police later blasted the 'utterly ridiculous' protest, arresting four people and fining 20 others. Read more here.
We will have the latest updates below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Headteacher calls on pupils not to meet up in groups outside of school

A headteacher has called on pupils not to meet up in groups outside of school after several children were forced to isolate after being in contact with someone who has coronavirus .
Sam Gorse , headteacher at Turton School , in Bromley Cross , Bolton , has written to parents urging them to make sure their children follow the new national lockdown rules .
She revealed that a number of pupils have had to isolate after meeting up with groups of friends over the half term break .
In the letter sent to parents on Wednesday , Ms Gorse told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other ’ s houses ' .
She added : `` In the majority of cases where students have had to isolate , it is because they have met up with friends in groups outside of school .
`` I must stress that in order to support our ambition to keep school open , students should adhere to the new lockdown rules outside of school .
`` Other than travelling to and from school , they should not meet up with groups of friends .
`` When travelling to and from school they should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and refrain from visiting each other ’ s houses .
`` I understand that it is difficult to manage their conduct during unsupervised time , however we are finding that the students are very compliant with the rules in school , as long as they are made clear and explicit .
`` I ask for your support in re-iterating these messages to your child over the coming weeks . ''
Under current rules , people are not allowed to meet socially indoors with others unless they are part of their household or support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ private gardens , while people are only allowed to meet with one person from another household to exercise or visit outdoor public places .

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A headteacher has called on pupils not to meet up in groups outside of school after several children were forced to isolate after being in contact with someone who has coronavirus.
Sam Gorse, headteacher at Turton School, in Bromley Cross, Bolton, has written to parents urging them to make sure their children follow the new national lockdown rules.
She revealed that a number of pupils have had to isolate after meeting up with groups of friends over the half term break.
In the letter sent to parents on Wednesday, Ms Gorse told pupils they should 'refrain from visiting each other’s houses'.
She added: "In the majority of cases where students have had to isolate, it is because they have met up with friends in groups outside of school.
"I must stress that in order to support our ambition to keep school open, students should adhere to the new lockdown rules outside of school.
"Other than travelling to and from school, they should not meet up with groups of friends.
"When travelling to and from school they should keep a safe distance from each other and refrain from visiting each other’s houses.
"I understand that it is difficult to manage their conduct during unsupervised time, however we are finding that the students are very compliant with the rules in school, as long as they are made clear and explicit.
"I ask for your support in re-iterating these messages to your child over the coming weeks."
Under current rules, people are not allowed to meet socially indoors with others unless they are part of their household or support bubble.
The same rules apply for private gardens, while people are only allowed to meet with one person from another household to exercise or visit outdoor public places.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Liverpool fans might not want to celebrate Aguero absence for Man City

Manchester City will be without Sergio Agüero for their game against Liverpool on Sunday , but one stat suggests his absence might not benefit the Reds as much as their fans may think .
Sergio Agüero is one of the Premier League ’ s greatest strikers , with his 180 goals putting him fourth in its all-time top scorers list .
His absence then , it stands to reason , can only be beneficial to Liverpool , particularly as they are missing Virgil van Dijk in the centre of defence .
However , the stats somewhat counter-intuitively suggest that City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the side than they do with him in it .
Manchester City are preparing to take on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
Pep Guardiola 's men are desperate to regain the Premier League title , but the champions are already back on top of the table , and Sunday 's crunch at the Etihad Stadium - even so early in the season - is crucial to their chances of challenging for the crown .
City lie five points behind the Merseysiders in the table , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three points on Sunday could see them truly back in the race .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to your inbox , including all the build-up and analysis ahead of Sunday 's match , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address in the sign-up box above , or click here - it 's free and it only takes a few seconds Manchester City score an average of 2.2 goals per game in all competitions when Agüero has played at least one minute in the game , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hasn ’ t .
That could potentially be explained by Agüero being more likely to be rested or dropped for games against poorer opposition .
City have averaged 1.9 goals per game against the other “ big six ” sides - Arsenal , Chelsea , Liverpool , Manchester United , and Tottenham - compared to 1.5 per game without him .
Liverpool are an exception to that though .
Manchester City have averaged 1.5 goals per game against the Reds when Agüero has made it onto the pitch , but 1.8 per game @ @ @ @ @ @

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Manchester City will be without Sergio Agüero for their game against Liverpool on Sunday, but one stat suggests his absence might not benefit the Reds as much as their fans may think.
Sergio Agüero is one of the Premier League’s greatest strikers, with his 180 goals putting him fourth in its all-time top scorers list.
His absence then, it stands to reason, can only be beneficial to Liverpool, particularly as they are missing Virgil van Dijk in the centre of defence.
However, the stats somewhat counter-intuitively suggest that City have a better scoring record without Agüero in the side than they do with him in it.
Manchester City score an average of 2.2 goals per game in all competitions when Agüero has played at least one minute in the game, compared to 2.5 per game when he hasn’t.
That could potentially be explained by Agüero being more likely to be rested or dropped for games against poorer opposition.
City have averaged 1.9 goals per game against the other “big six” sides - Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Tottenham - compared to 1.5 per game without him.
Liverpool are an exception to that though.
Manchester City have averaged 1.5 goals per game against the Reds when Agüero has made it onto the pitch, but 1.8 per game when he hasn’t.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Major supermarkets urgently recall cheese, chicken, fish and chocolate products

Several of the UK 's major supermarkets have issued product recalls on a variety of products .
Sainsbury 's , Aldi , Tesco , Lidl , Waitrose and Iceland have all advised shoppers not to eat any of the items affected .
Breaded chicken , fish , chocolate and cheese are amongst some of the items which have been recalled .
Here are all of the latest supermarket product recalls , according to Kent Live .
Iceland is recalling Twix Barres Glacées ( Twix Ice-Cream Bars ) because they contain milk , wheat ( gluten ) and soya which are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They may contain almonds and hazelnuts ( nuts ) and peanuts .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds or hazelnuts , nuts , and/or peanuts , and/or soya , and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and milk or milk constituents .
A spokesman said : `` All customers who have bought this product with the above date code should not consume them .
`` Please return to any Iceland store where a full refund will be given .
Lidl @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach because a packaging error has occurred .
Some packets labelled as ‘ Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach may contain chicken and mushroom pasta which contains milk not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
A spokesman said : `` If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to milk , we advise you not to eat it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ making an essential trip to a Lid l GB store you can return t he item to t he store for a full refund , with or without a receipt .
`` Alternatively , please dispose of t he product and email customer.services @ lidl.co.uk including a photo of the affected product with the Best Before Date .
`` The Customer Services team will process this refund via letter .
Other 'What 's Cooking ? '
or Best Before Dates are not affected by this recall .
`` Lidl GB wishes to apologise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has taken the precautionary step of recalling Bettine Blanc Goat ’ s Cheese because the product might contain Listeria monocytogenes .
This product has been sold at Waitrose deli counters during the period 04/09/20 – 29/10/20 .
Waitrose & Partners are recalling Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi because it contains milk which is not mentioned in English on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
Best before : May 31 , 2021 Sainsbury ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch .
A spokesman said : `` It has been brought to our attention that there may be a small quantity of by Sainsbury 's cooked mussels 300g ( frozen ) , with a best before date of 08/09/2021 that may be contaminated with Salmonella .
`` We are asking customers not to consume this product and to return it to their nearest Sainsbury 's store when it is safe to do so , where they will receive a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of questions regarding this , please check our website Sainsburys.co.uk/help or contact our Careline on 0800 636262 .
`` We would like to apologise for the inconvenience this may cause . ''
Aldi is extending its recall of Roosters Southern Fried Poppin ’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin ' Chicken to include all batches and all best before dates , because the products may contain salmonella .
Best before : All Best before : All Waitrose is recalling Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49 % because some products contain almonds , hazelnuts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not mentioned on the label .
Due to a packaging error , some products contain Waitrose No.1 Orange & Almond Chocolate instead .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds , hazelnuts and/or soya .
Lidl GB is recalling Simply Mature White Cheddar as it may contain pieces of plastic .
The possible presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat .
Waitrose & Partners are recalling their Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers because they contain egg which is not mentioned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg .
Waitrose has urged not to eat the item if they have an allergy to egg .
They are asked to package up the item and return it to their local Waitrose and Partners branch for a refund .
Use by : All date codes Lidl GB is recalling Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets ( Stevia variant ) because aspartame , ( E951 ) is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) .
Stockley ’ s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores .
Best before : February 2022 and March 2022 Iceland has recalled their own brand Chip Shop Curry Chicken Breast Toppers because salmonella has been found in the product .
The recall relates to their deluxe dark chocolate muesli bar with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 3x45g are affected with a best before date of August 2020 , September 2020 , October 2020 , December 2020 , January 2021 , February 2021 , March 2021 and April 2021 .
The product listed above may be contaminated with salmonella .
Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever , diarrhoea and abdominal cramps .
If you have bought the above product do not eat it .
Instead , return it to the Lidl store from where it was bought for a full refund .
Iceland has recalled their own brand Southern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found in the product .

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Several of the UK's major supermarkets have issued product recalls on a variety of products.
Sainsbury's, Aldi, Tesco, Lidl, Waitrose and Iceland have all advised shoppers not to eat any of the items affected.
Breaded chicken, fish, chocolate and cheese are amongst some of the items which have been recalled.
Here are all of the latest supermarket product recalls, according to Kent Live.
Twix Ice Cream Bars
Iceland is recalling Twix Barres Glacées (Twix Ice-Cream Bars) because they contain milk, wheat (gluten) and soya which are not mentioned in English on the label.
They may contain almonds and hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds or hazelnuts, nuts, and/or peanuts, and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and milk or milk constituents.
A spokesman said: "All customers who have bought this product with the above date code should not consume them.
"Please return to any Iceland store where a full refund will be given.
"No receipt is required."
Product details
Pack size: 18
Best before: June 30, 2021
Allergens: Gluten (wheat), Milk, Nuts (almond, hazelnut), Peanuts, Soya
Lidl Meatballs
Lidl GB is recalling What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach because a packaging error has occurred.
Some packets labelled as ‘Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach may contain chicken and mushroom pasta which contains milk not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
A spokesman said: "If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to milk, we advise you not to eat it.
"Instead, if you are already making an essential trip to a Lid l GB store you can return t he item to t he store for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
"Alternatively, please dispose of t he product and email customer.services@lidl.co.uk including a photo of the affected product with the Best Before Date.
"The Customer Services team will process this refund via letter. Other 'What's Cooking?' or Best Before Dates are not affected by this recall.
"Lidl GB wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused."
Product details
Pack size: 550g
Best before: January 5, 2022
Allergens: Milk
Waitrose Goat's Cheese
Bettinehoeve has taken the precautionary step of recalling Bettine Blanc Goat’s Cheese because the product might contain Listeria monocytogenes.
This product has been sold at Waitrose deli counters during the period 04/09/20 – 29/10/20.
Product details
Pack size: All pack sizes
Waitrose Halloumi
Waitrose & Partners are recalling Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi because it contains milk which is not mentioned in English on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Product details
Pack size: 225g
Batch code: BIO B0530A-3 CY0063
Best before: May 31, 2021
Allergens: Milk
Sainsbury's Mussels
Sainsbury’s is recalling frozen by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch.
A spokesman said: "It has been brought to our attention that there may be a small quantity of by Sainsbury's cooked mussels 300g (frozen), with a best before date of 08/09/2021 that may be contaminated with Salmonella.
"No other date codes affected.
"We are asking customers not to consume this product and to return it to their nearest Sainsbury's store when it is safe to do so, where they will receive a full refund.
"For any concerns of questions regarding this, please check our website Sainsburys.co.uk/help or contact our Careline on 0800 636262.
"We would like to apologise for the inconvenience this may cause."
Product details
Pack size: 300g
Batch code: 2653152
Best before: September 8, 2021
Aldi Southern Fried and Breaded Chicken
Aldi is extending its recall of Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken to include all batches and all best before dates, because the products may contain salmonella.
Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken
Pack size: 210g
Batch codes: All
Best before: All
Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken
Pack size: 210g
Batch codes: All
Best before: All
Waitrose Milk Chocolate
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49% because some products contain almonds, hazelnuts (nuts) and soya which are not mentioned on the label.
Due to a packaging error, some products contain Waitrose No.1 Orange & Almond Chocolate instead.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds, hazelnuts and/or soya.
Product details
Batch code 0259
Best before end: November 2021
Allergens Nuts (almond, hazelnut), Soya
Lidl GB Simply Mature White Cheddar
Lidl GB is recalling Simply Mature White Cheddar as it may contain pieces of plastic.
The possible presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat.
Product details
Simply Mature White Cheddar
Pack size 900g
Best before 26 December 2020
Waitrose Pork and Chorizo Burgers
Waitrose & Partners are recalling their Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg.
Waitrose has urged not to eat the item if they have an allergy to egg.
They are asked to package up the item and return it to their local Waitrose and Partners branch for a refund.
Product details
Pack size: 280g
Use by: All date codes
Allergens: Egg
Lidl Sweeteners
Lidl GB is recalling Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets (Stevia variant) because aspartame, (E951) is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk to sufferers of phenylketonuria (PKU).
Product details
Pack size: 100 tablets
Batch codes: L 91424 A, L 91424 B, L 91424 C, and L 91424 D
Best before: end date - December 2022
Iceland Fruit Sherberts
Stockley’s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores.
Product details
Pack size: 250g
Batch code: 0255
Best before: February 2022 and March 2022
Allergens: Milk
Iceland Chicken Breast Toppers
Iceland has recalled their own brand Chip Shop Curry Chicken Breast Toppers because salmonella has been found in the product.
Pack size: 400g
Best before
February 27, 2021
March 17, 2021
April 8, 2021
Lidl Dark chocolate
The recall relates to their deluxe dark chocolate muesli bar with brazils and cranberries.
The pack size 3x45g are affected with a best before date of August 2020, September 2020, October 2020, December 2020, January 2021, February 2021, March 2021 and April 2021.
The product listed above may be contaminated with salmonella. Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the Lidl store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Iceland Chicken Popsters
Iceland has recalled their own brand Southern Fried Chicken Popsters because salmonella has been found in the product.
Pack size: 220g
Best before: April 4, 2021


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Neville amused by Solskjaer rant after Man United beat Everton

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer launched a furious post-match rant after Manchester United 's victory over Everton - but one of his former team-mates saw the funny side .
Despite seeing his team win 3-1 at Goodison Park , Solskjaer was visibly angry as he hit out at the hectic fixture schedule in a live television interview with BT Sport .
The Norwegian claimed United had been `` set up to fail '' after being made to play their Premier League fixture on Saturday lunchtime , on the back of a shock Champions League defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir in Turkey on Wednesday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ successive losses , raising questions over his future , and his emotions came out in front of the cameras .
`` The authorities set us up for fail , who is responsible ?
We 've had enough of that , '' he said .
`` Players this season , in these times , a pandemic , mentally and physically it 's draining .
`` Let us play on a Sunday , there 's an international break after this , it 's a joke . ''
Former United and Everton star Phil Neville watched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ studio .
Neville was surprised to see such a reaction from his old colleague and could not help but chuckle to himself .
Asked why he was laughing , Neville replied : `` Well , it was quite funny was n't it ?
I mean he was angry was n't he , him . ''
Neville was then asked if he had seen Solskjaer like that before .
`` No - but I can understand what he 's thinking , '' he said .
Despite his initial reaction , Neville did echo Solskjaer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is a disgrace , '' he added .
`` I know we 're working for the Premier League but it is a disgrace that they go to Turkey on Wednesday night and then have to play at 12.30 on a Saturday morning .
`` Physically for a player that 's not elite programming , that 's not elite scheduling , that 's treating players like a piece of meat .
`` That 's not looking out for the best of the player . ''

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer launched a furious post-match rant after Manchester United's victory over Everton - but one of his former team-mates saw the funny side.
Despite seeing his team win 3-1 at Goodison Park, Solskjaer was visibly angry as he hit out at the hectic fixture schedule in a live television interview with BT Sport.
The Norwegian claimed United had been "set up to fail" after being made to play their Premier League fixture on Saturday lunchtime, on the back of a shock Champions League defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir in Turkey on Wednesday night.
Solskjaer was under pressure after successive losses, raising questions over his future, and his emotions came out in front of the cameras.
"The authorities set us up for fail, who is responsible? We've had enough of that," he said. "Players this season, in these times, a pandemic, mentally and physically it's draining.
"Let us play on a Sunday, there's an international break after this, it's a joke."
Former United and Everton star Phil Neville watched the outburst from the Premier League Productions studio.
Neville was surprised to see such a reaction from his old colleague and could not help but chuckle to himself.
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Asked why he was laughing, Neville replied: "Well, it was quite funny wasn't it? I mean he was angry wasn't he, him."
Neville was then asked if he had seen Solskjaer like that before.
"No - but I can understand what he's thinking," he said.
Despite his initial reaction, Neville did echo Solskjaer's concerns about player welfare.
"It is a disgrace," he added. "I know we're working for the Premier League but it is a disgrace that they go to Turkey on Wednesday night and then have to play at 12.30 on a Saturday morning.
"Physically for a player that's not elite programming, that's not elite scheduling, that's treating players like a piece of meat.
"That's not looking out for the best of the player."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Roy Keane makes Man City title claim ahead of crucial Liverpool clash

Roy Keane has claimed that the Premier League title race could be all-but over if Liverpool beat Manchester City and open up an eight-point lead .
Pep Guardiola 's side host the champions at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday in a match that could have a significant bearing on where the title is lifted come May .
Liverpool beat City around this point of the season last year at Anfield in a decisive victory which gave them a significant lead in the title race .
City came out 5-1 winners when the two sides last met at the Eithad Stadium @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but the title had already been confirmed by that stage .
As things stand , City are five points adrift of Liverpool , although they have played a game fewer due to their delayed start to the campaign following their European commitments in August .
With Guardiola 's side already surrendering seven points from their first six outings , Keane believes that a win for Liverpool , which would move them eight points clear , could spell the end for City 's title hopes .
`` I think this is a huge game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` When we look back at last season when Liverpool beat City at Anfield you always felt the title was over then .
Manchester City are preparing to take on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
Pep Guardiola 's men are desperate to regain the Premier League title , but the champions are already back on top of the table , and Sunday 's crunch at the Etihad Stadium - even so early in the season - is crucial to their chances of challenging for the crown .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the table , but have a game in hand , so three points on Sunday could see them truly back in the race .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to your inbox , including all the build-up and analysis ahead of Sunday 's match , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address in the sign-up box above , or click here - it 's free and it only takes a few seconds '' You look at how they 've started , City have been kind @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have one or two games in hand .
`` You think if Liverpool can win this game , even already , and I know it 's early in the season , it 's a long way back for Manchester City . ''

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Roy Keane has claimed that the Premier League title race could be all-but over if Liverpool beat Manchester City and open up an eight-point lead.
Pep Guardiola's side host the champions at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday in a match that could have a significant bearing on where the title is lifted come May.
Liverpool beat City around this point of the season last year at Anfield in a decisive victory which gave them a significant lead in the title race.
City came out 5-1 winners when the two sides last met at the Eithad Stadium after the Premier League returned from lockdown but the title had already been confirmed by that stage.
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As things stand, City are five points adrift of Liverpool, although they have played a game fewer due to their delayed start to the campaign following their European commitments in August.
With Guardiola's side already surrendering seven points from their first six outings, Keane believes that a win for Liverpool, which would move them eight points clear, could spell the end for City's title hopes.
"I think this is a huge game," Keane told Sky Sports.
"When we look back at last season when Liverpool beat City at Anfield you always felt the title was over then.
"You look at how they've started, City have been kind of slow out the blocks although they have one or two games in hand.
"You think if Liverpool can win this game, even already, and I know it's early in the season, it's a long way back for Manchester City."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--New Look shoppers have gone wild for its 'gorgeous' £37 winter coat

Now England is in lockdown the things we can do are limited .
We 're only allowed to make essential journeys , and going outside is pretty much limited to winter walks or a quick trip to the corner shop .
But that does n't mean we ca n't look glam while doing so - and a winter coat is the perfect thing to make you feel snazzy while you 're walking around a park with a takeaway coffee .
High street retailer New Look clearly got the memo , as it 's just launched a big sale on its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ particular has caught the eye of shoppers .
New Look shared a picture of its Dark Grey Teddy Faux Fur Long Coat on Instagram yesterday - which is currently on sale for the very reasonable price of £37.49 ( it was £49.99 ) .
The coat has already proven a huge hit on Instagram , and has racked up over 19,000 likes and countless comments since it was posted .
`` Love it !
, '' said one shopper .
Another wrote : `` I actually want this coat now . ''
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coat please , '' said somebody else .
New Look shoppers can buy online , or can click and collect at selected stores .

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Now England is in lockdown the things we can do are limited.
We're only allowed to make essential journeys, and going outside is pretty much limited to winter walks or a quick trip to the corner shop.
But that doesn't mean we can't look glam while doing so - and a winter coat is the perfect thing to make you feel snazzy while you're walking around a park with a takeaway coffee.
High street retailer New Look clearly got the memo, as it's just launched a big sale on its winter coats, and one style in particular has caught the eye of shoppers.
New Look shared a picture of its Dark Grey Teddy Faux Fur Long Coat on Instagram yesterday - which is currently on sale for the very reasonable price of £37.49 (it was £49.99).
The coat has already proven a huge hit on Instagram, and has racked up over 19,000 likes and countless comments since it was posted.
"Love it!," said one shopper.
Another wrote: "I actually want this coat now."
"Can my secret santa get me this coat please," said somebody else.
A fourth chimed in: "I love this."
New Look shoppers can buy online, or can click and collect at selected stores.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Man City team fans want to see vs Liverpool

Manchester City fans want to see Gabriel Jesus come back into the starting XI for Sunday 's massive match with Liverpool .
Although the season remains in its infancy , the clash between the two dominant sides in the country over the last few years could have massive ramifications for the Premier League title race .
A win for Liverpool would see them stretch their lead to eight points over City , though the Blues have a game in hand .
With the game being so important , fans want to see Gabriel Jesus be inserted back into the starting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just returned from a lengthy spell on the sidelines .
The Brazilian scored on the opening day victory over Wolves but was then ruled out of action for a number of weeks with a leg problem and made his return in Tuesday 's Champions League win against Olympiacos .
Jesus immediately showed what City had been missing as he scored a fantastic goal to seal the three points .
Pep Guardiola has previously shown caution about rushing Jesus back too soon and re-aggravating his injury , but fans want him back in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reigning champions .
Ferran Torres has been deputising in the position admirably in recent weeks and also scored on Tuesday .
Dropping him would be quite harsh and instead fans would like to see him move back to his natural right wing position , with Raheem Sterling occupying the other flank .
This would leave Riyad Mahrez on the bench and supporters also would n't include Phil Foden in the side .
Instead , wary of Liverpool 's threat , fans have named a more solid midfield three with Rodri and Ilkay Gundogan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Guardiola and supporters alike have now settled on the club 's best back line , and fans want a defence of Kyle Walker , Ruben Dias , Aymeric Laporte and Joao Cancelo in front of Ederson in goal .

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Manchester City fans want to see Gabriel Jesus come back into the starting XI for Sunday's massive match with Liverpool.
Although the season remains in its infancy, the clash between the two dominant sides in the country over the last few years could have massive ramifications for the Premier League title race. A win for Liverpool would see them stretch their lead to eight points over City, though the Blues have a game in hand.
With the game being so important, fans want to see Gabriel Jesus be inserted back into the starting line up even though he has only just returned from a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
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The Brazilian scored on the opening day victory over Wolves but was then ruled out of action for a number of weeks with a leg problem and made his return in Tuesday's Champions League win against Olympiacos.
Jesus immediately showed what City had been missing as he scored a fantastic goal to seal the three points.
Pep Guardiola has previously shown caution about rushing Jesus back too soon and re-aggravating his injury, but fans want him back in the side and leading the line against the reigning champions.
Ferran Torres has been deputising in the position admirably in recent weeks and also scored on Tuesday. Dropping him would be quite harsh and instead fans would like to see him move back to his natural right wing position, with Raheem Sterling occupying the other flank.
This would leave Riyad Mahrez on the bench and supporters also wouldn't include Phil Foden in the side. Instead, wary of Liverpool's threat, fans have named a more solid midfield three with Rodri and Ilkay Gundogan joining Kevin De Bruyne.
It seems that Guardiola and supporters alike have now settled on the club's best back line, and fans want a defence of Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Aymeric Laporte and Joao Cancelo in front of Ederson in goal.
City fans' XI vs Liverpool: Ederson; Walker, Dias, Laporte, Cancelo; De Bruyne, Rodri, Gundogan; Torres, Jesus, Sterling.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Man City vs Liverpool: How to watch, kick-off time, team news, predictions

Manchester City are back in Premier League action this weekend with a crunch clash against Liverpool .
Both sides were involved in the Champions League in midweek ahead of their showdown at the Etihad .
City saw off Olympiacos 3-0 in their latest group game , while Liverpool thumped Atalanta 5-0 .
Pep Guardiola 's men finished runners-up to Jurgen Klopp 's side last season as the Reds ended a 30-year wait for a league title .
Liverpool lead the way again in the early standings this term , five points ahead of 10th-placed City , who have a game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's fixture , here is some key information ...
When is the match ?
Manchester City v Liverpool is being played on Sunday , November 8 , 2020 .
The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium , kicking off at 4.30pm .
Can I watch it on TV ?
Yes .
The match is being shown live on Sky Sport .
Coverage will be on the Sky Sport Main Event and Premier League channels , starting from 4pm , following Leicester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers .
Sky Sports customers can live @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app on a variety of devices .
The match can also be live streamed if you have access to NOW TV .
Gabriel Jesus is available for City after marking his return to action with a goal against Olympiacos .
But Sergio Aguero , Fernandinho and Benjamin Mendy are all ruled out due to injuries .
Manchester City are preparing to take on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
Pep Guardiola 's men are desperate to regain the Premier League title , but the champions are already back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sunday 's crunch at the Etihad Stadium - even so early in the season - is crucial to their chances of challenging for the crown .
City lie five points behind the Merseysiders in the table , but have a game in hand , so three points on Sunday could see them truly back in the race .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to your inbox , including all the build-up and analysis ahead of Sunday 's match , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address @ @ @ @ @ @ @ click here - it 's free and it only takes a few seconds Naby Keita and Joel Matip could be back in contention for Liverpool , though Thiago Alacantara is doubtful .
The Reds will be without the injured Virgil Van Dijk , Fabinho and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain .

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Manchester City are back in Premier League action this weekend with a crunch clash against Liverpool.
Both sides were involved in the Champions League in midweek ahead of their showdown at the Etihad.
City saw off Olympiacos 3-0 in their latest group game, while Liverpool thumped Atalanta 5-0.
Pep Guardiola's men finished runners-up to Jurgen Klopp's side last season as the Reds ended a 30-year wait for a league title.
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Liverpool lead the way again in the early standings this term, five points ahead of 10th-placed City, who have a game in hand.
Ahead of this weekend's fixture, here is some key information...
When is the match?
Manchester City v Liverpool is being played on Sunday, November 8, 2020.
The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium, kicking off at 4.30pm.
Can I watch it on TV?
Yes. The match is being shown live on Sky Sport.
Coverage will be on the Sky Sport Main Event and Premier League channels, starting from 4pm, following Leicester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Can I live stream the game?
Sky Sports customers can live stream the action via the Sky Go app on a variety of devices.
The match can also be live streamed if you have access to NOW TV.
Prediction
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Team news
Gabriel Jesus is available for City after marking his return to action with a goal against Olympiacos.
But Sergio Aguero, Fernandinho and Benjamin Mendy are all ruled out due to injuries.
Naby Keita and Joel Matip could be back in contention for Liverpool, though Thiago Alacantara is doubtful.
The Reds will be without the injured Virgil Van Dijk, Fabinho and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Manchester United have returned to winning ways with a galvanising 3-1 victory over Everton on Saturday .
The pressure had @ @ @ @ @ Solskjaer this week after defeats to Arsenal and Istanbul Basaksehir and it looked as though @ @ @ @ @ to continue when the Toffees took the lead through Bernard after 19 minutes .
However @ @ @ @ @ lived and a thumping header from Luke Shaw 's cross by Bruno Fernandes got United @ @ @ @ @ his second soon after too , this time swinging a cross in that evaded the @ @ @ @ @ settled in at the far post .
A nervy second-half followed in which both teams @ @ @ @ @ it would be United who would seal the points deep into added time .
Fernandes @ @ @ @ @ broke up the pitch and then teed up Edinson Cavani to score his first goal @ @ @ @ @ 's United 's last fixture for two weeks as there will now be another international @ @ @ @ @ of all the day 's United news below .

Manchester United returned to winning ways with a galvanising 3-1 victory over Everton on Saturday afternoon.
The pressure had been mounting on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer throughout the week after defeats to Arsenal and Istanbul Basaksehir and it looked as though the bad run was going to continue when the Toffees took the lead through Bernard after 19 minutes.
However, their lead was short lived and a thumping header from Luke Shaw's cross by Bruno Fernandes got United level. The Portuguese scored his second soon after too, this time swinging a cross in that evaded the head of Marcus Rashford and settled in at the far post. Edinson Cavani then wrapped it up.
United's players now head out for international duty, with their next game not until November 21st when they welcome West Brom to Old Trafford, followed by the home game with Basaksehir on November 24th.
Recap today's United news below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--The second lockdown 'threatens 65,000 jobs at Manchester Airport'

Some 65,000 jobs in and around Manchester Airport are at risk because of the second national lockdown .
That 's according to Greater Manchester Mayor Any Burnham , who has called for urgent government help to prop up the aviation industry to prevent communities like Wythenshawe which rely on airport jobs suffering like they did in the 1980s .
Almost all overseas travel has been banned until December as part of the second national lockdown to tackle another wave of coronavirus .
Already Manchester Airports Group , which owns a string of UK airports , is looking to axe 892 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Manchester Airport .
But the picture is bleaker still when associated aviation companies are considered .
Some 1,561 other jobs are thought to be at risk at airport contractors such as ground handling agents .
But Mayor Burnham fears even more jobs associated with the airport 's £1bn super-terminal - due to be completed in 2023 - are also in jeopardy .
The ambitious expansion was trumpeted by Boris Johnson in July 2019 when he visited the site as part of his bid to become leader of the Conservative party .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If the Prime Minister was to make the same trip north today , he would find an echoing , empty shell with 25,000 jobs on the site on the line and a further 45,000 at risk in associated industries , '' said Mayor Burnham .
`` I know the Government has faced an unprecedented challenge in supporting the economy through this most challenging of years and I have some sympathy with them .
To be fair to the PM and Chancellor , their interventions have provided a lifeline to many people and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left some glaring gaps in support and one of the biggest is airports and aviation . ''
Writing for the Sunday Telegraph he urged the government finalise a coronavirus testing regime to help the aviation industry fly again when the second lockdown comes to an end as well as providing financial support to the sector .
The mayor wrote : `` The Prime Minister needs to be reminded of his trip north in July 2019 and of how critical our airports were to his vision of a rebalanced , post-Brexit UK .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this crucial issue risks leaving Britain stranded on the periphery of international travel and trade just as we enter the brave , new world .
`` I have had my disagreements with the Government recently on their treatment of the north and could easily add the neglect of Manchester Airport to my charge sheet .
`` But I don ’ t want to be at constant loggerheads with them .
I remain ready to work with the Government to deliver on their ambitions for the North of England and nobody would be more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” agenda really began to take off .
`` But , if things carry on like this , it will be as grounded as all of those planes sitting on the Manchester Airport tarmac . ''

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Some 65,000 jobs in and around Manchester Airport are at risk because of the second national lockdown.
That's according to Greater Manchester Mayor Any Burnham, who has called for urgent government help to prop up the aviation industry to prevent communities like Wythenshawe which rely on airport jobs suffering like they did in the 1980s.
Almost all overseas travel has been banned until December as part of the second national lockdown to tackle another wave of coronavirus.
Already Manchester Airports Group, which owns a string of UK airports, is looking to axe 892 jobs across the country, including 456 at Manchester Airport.
But the picture is bleaker still when associated aviation companies are considered.
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Some 1,561 other jobs are thought to be at risk at airport contractors such as ground handling agents.
But Mayor Burnham fears even more jobs associated with the airport's £1bn super-terminal - due to be completed in 2023 - are also in jeopardy.
The ambitious expansion was trumpeted by Boris Johnson in July 2019 when he visited the site as part of his bid to become leader of the Conservative party.
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"But what a difference a year makes. If the Prime Minister was to make the same trip north today, he would find an echoing, empty shell with 25,000 jobs on the site on the line and a further 45,000 at risk in associated industries," said Mayor Burnham.
"I know the Government has faced an unprecedented challenge in supporting the economy through this most challenging of years and I have some sympathy with them. To be fair to the PM and Chancellor, their interventions have provided a lifeline to many people and businesses.
"But they have also left some glaring gaps in support and one of the biggest is airports and aviation."
(Image: Vincent Cole Manchester Evening News)
Writing for the Sunday Telegraph he urged the government finalise a coronavirus testing regime to help the aviation industry fly again when the second lockdown comes to an end as well as providing financial support to the sector.
The mayor wrote: "The Prime Minister needs to be reminded of his trip north in July 2019 and of how critical our airports were to his vision of a rebalanced, post-Brexit UK. He needs to know that continued inaction on this crucial issue risks leaving Britain stranded on the periphery of international travel and trade just as we enter the brave, new world.
"I have had my disagreements with the Government recently on their treatment of the north and could easily add the neglect of Manchester Airport to my charge sheet.
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"But I don’t want to be at constant loggerheads with them. I remain ready to work with the Government to deliver on their ambitions for the North of England and nobody would be more pleased than me if their “levelling-up” agenda really began to take off.
"But, if things carry on like this, it will be as grounded as all of those planes sitting on the Manchester Airport tarmac."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Gareth Southgate explains why he isn't picking Man United star Wan-Bissaka

Aaron Wan-Bissaka 's lack of attacking prowess has been cited as the main reason he is not in Gareth Southgate 's England squad .
The Manchester United right-back was not selected in Southgate 's 29-man squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League games against Iceland and Belgium , as well as a friendly versus Republic of Ireland .
Mason Greenwood was also left out , though United stars Dean Henderson , Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford were all called up .
Southgate admitted the full-back positions are full of strength , with Reece James , Trent Alexander-Arnold , Kyle Walker and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest squad .
The 22-year-old has been solid for United recently but must wait for his international chance .
`` It 's an area of the pitch where we are blessed , '' Southgate said .
`` Reece and Trent have both played as wing-backs as well as full-backs .
They are in outstanding form and we are probably stronger there than in any other position .
`` Aaron is a very good defender , one against one he 's probably as good as I have seen , but I have to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and currently there are players ahead of him . ''

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Aaron Wan-Bissaka's lack of attacking prowess has been cited as the main reason he is not in Gareth Southgate's England squad.
The Manchester United right-back was not selected in Southgate's 29-man squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League games against Iceland and Belgium, as well as a friendly versus Republic of Ireland.
Mason Greenwood was also left out, though United stars Dean Henderson, Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford were all called up.
Southgate admitted the full-back positions are full of strength, with Reece James, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier all preferred to Wan-Bissaka in the latest squad.
The 22-year-old has been solid for United recently but must wait for his international chance.
"It's an area of the pitch where we are blessed," Southgate said. "Reece and Trent have both played as wing-backs as well as full-backs. They are in outstanding form and we are probably stronger there than in any other position.
"Aaron is a very good defender, one against one he's probably as good as I have seen, but I have to look at the balance of the team and currently there are players ahead of him."
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ENGLAND SQUAD:
Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson, Jordan Pickford, Nick Pope.
Defenders: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ben Chilwell, Conor Coady, Eric Dier, Joe Gomez, Reece James, Michael Keane, Harry Maguire, Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Tyrone Mings, Bukayo Saka, Kieran Tripper, Kyle Walker.
Midfielders: Phil Foden, Jordan Henderson, Mason Mount, Declan Rice, James Ward-Prowse, Harry Winks.
Forwards: Tammy Abraham, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jack Grealish, Harry Kane, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Raheem Sterling.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-08--Pundits make their Man City vs Liverpool FC predictions

Manchester City take on Liverpool on Sunday in what is set to be yet another thrilling Premier League encounter .
Though the season remains in its infancy the match could have massive ramifications for the title race , as Jurgen Klopp 's side could move eight points clear of City with a victory .
Both teams will go into the match missing key players with Sergio Aguero , Fernandinho , Benjamin Mendy , Virgil van Dijk , Fabinho , Thiago and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all ruled out .
Here 's how the pundits think the game will go ... '' Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in defence and attack .
`` Up front , I am a big fan of Roberto Firmino and what he does for the team but Diogo Jota has got the same work ethic and is scoring goals too - he is on fire at the moment .
`` At the back , if Joel Matip is fit I would pair him with Joe Gomez .
Nathaniel Phillips and Rhys Williams have done well - against West Ham and Atalanta respectively - but this is a very different game , with far more pressure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Whoever Klopp goes with , it is not a good time for them to be going to the Etihad while they are trying to build a new partnership because any mistake they make will be pounced upon .
`` That 's why I am going for City to win .
Liverpool are going into this round of fixtures on top of the table so there is no suggestion they are struggling - it is just they are not at their very best at the moment .
`` They are going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to be tighter than last year , I have no doubts about that .
`` Liverpool will still cause City problems on Sunday too , though .
Aymeric Laporte and Ruben Dias have looked solid at the back so far , but they have n't been properly tested yet .
`` That will happen here - and it not just about the two centre-backs , it is the whole back four who get a workout when you play Liverpool .
They come at you from all angles and if there is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Manchester City are preparing to take on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
Pep Guardiola 's men are desperate to regain the Premier League title , but the champions are already back on top of the table , and Sunday 's crunch at the Etihad Stadium - even so early in the season - is crucial to their chances of challenging for the crown .
City lie five points behind the Merseysiders in the table , but have a game in hand , so three points on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the race .
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Last season ’ s top two do battle in what I expect to be an enthralling encounter at the Etihad .
`` Man City may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they come into this having won 8 of their last 9 home Premier League matches .
`` With Liverpool losing Virgil van Dijk to injury and Manchester City still to address their issues at the back , I can see goals in this one .
There have been over 2.5 goals in 9 of Liverpool ’ s last 10 league matches , and I can see that trend continuing here with both sides playing out a score draw . ''

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Manchester City take on Liverpool on Sunday in what is set to be yet another thrilling Premier League encounter.
Though the season remains in its infancy the match could have massive ramifications for the title race, as Jurgen Klopp's side could move eight points clear of City with a victory.
Both teams will go into the match missing key players with Sergio Aguero, Fernandinho, Benjamin Mendy, Virgil van Dijk, Fabinho, Thiago and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all ruled out.
Here's how the pundits think the game will go...
Mark Lawrenson, BBC
"Liverpool boss Klopp has got decisions to make in defence and attack.
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"Up front, I am a big fan of Roberto Firmino and what he does for the team but Diogo Jota has got the same work ethic and is scoring goals too - he is on fire at the moment.
"At the back, if Joel Matip is fit I would pair him with Joe Gomez. Nathaniel Phillips and Rhys Williams have done well - against West Ham and Atalanta respectively - but this is a very different game, with far more pressure involved and against a much better side.
"Whoever Klopp goes with, it is not a good time for them to be going to the Etihad while they are trying to build a new partnership because any mistake they make will be pounced upon.
"That's why I am going for City to win. Liverpool are going into this round of fixtures on top of the table so there is no suggestion they are struggling - it is just they are not at their very best at the moment.
"They are going to lose games and the title race is going to be tighter than last year, I have no doubts about that.
"Liverpool will still cause City problems on Sunday too, though. Aymeric Laporte and Ruben Dias have looked solid at the back so far, but they haven't been properly tested yet.
"That will happen here - and it not just about the two centre-backs, it is the whole back four who get a workout when you play Liverpool. They come at you from all angles and if there is a weakness, they sniff it out."
Prediction: City 2-0 Liverpool.
Michael Owen, BetVictor
"I can’t wait for this one! Last season’s top two do battle in what I expect to be an enthralling encounter at the Etihad.
"Man City may be 10 in the table, but they come into this having won 8 of their last 9 home Premier League matches.
"With Liverpool losing Virgil van Dijk to injury and Manchester City still to address their issues at the back, I can see goals in this one. There have been over 2.5 goals in 9 of Liverpool’s last 10 league matches, and I can see that trend continuing here with both sides playing out a score draw."
Prediction: Score draw.