Michael Carrick brushed off suggestions he has just two games left as Manchester United boss as he prepares his underperforming side for Tuesday’s Champions League clash against Roma.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Harry Kane have been named in the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI, alongside several other leading footballers recognised for their performances during the year.

Aston Villa have withdrawn their threat of legal action against former Liverpool defender and Sky Sports pundit, Jamie Carragher, following his public apology over remarks directed at the club and its supporters.

Reigning African Footballer of the Year and Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi claimed a first career hat-trick at the weekend in a 5-1 Ligue 1 rout of bottom club Le Havre.

Kimi Antonelli drove the perfect race to finish third in his Mercedes at the Mexico Grand Prix and seal his place in Formula One history as the youngest world champion.