Kerry delivered a dominant display to defeat Armagh
19:30, 20 Jun 2026Updated 19:34, 20 Jun 2026
Kerry 4-18 Armagh 0-17
Reports of their decline have been vastly overstated. Kerry demonstrated their quality and championship pedigree with a comprehensive demolition of Armagh at Fitzgerald Stadium on Saturday evening.
The Kingdom scored four goals, with Footballer of the Year David Clifford registering 1-10 to emphatically remind observers why he remains the country’s premier player.
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The MacGillycuddy’s Reeks tower over Fitzgerald Stadium, offering a stunning setting for what was the Championship’s most significant fixture to date.
Ireland’s highest mountain range served as a fitting metaphor for the task confronting Armagh. Even after their defeat to Donegal at this venue a month earlier, defeating Kerry on home soil remains Gaelic football’s Everest.
Having been undone by Sam Mulroy’s last-gasp winner in Inniskeen the previous week, Armagh were caught out again just before the interval at Fitzgerald Stadium.
Three points adrift, their efforts to manufacture a scoring opportunity in the dying seconds of the opening half were scuppered by a wayward pass from Jarly Óg Burns as he attempted to locate Joe McElroy.
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Jason Foley intercepted and found David Clifford, who had already accumulated 1-4. Clifford acted as a decoy for Paul Geaney, who calmly rolled the ball into the Armagh net from 40 yards with Ethan Rafferty caught upfield.
It would prove a crucial juncture in proceedings.
Rafferty had previously been beaten by Clifford in the 12th minute as Kerry accelerated following an encouraging opening from the Orchard County. Armagh took an early stranglehold on proceedings, leading 0-4 to 0-1 thanks to scores from Ross McQuillan, Oisin Conaty, Jason Duffy and Cian McConville (free), with Geaney having opened the scoring for the Kingdom.
Kerry then struck for the first of their four goals as Clifford truly came alive. Having barely featured in the opening 12 minutes, the Fossa man latched onto a brilliant pass from Dylan Geaney and rifled the ball past Rafferty into the far corner of the net.
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Geaney also registered the first two-pointer as Armagh’s wides continued to mount, reaching six in total.
Nevertheless, the Orchard County remained well in contention heading towards half-time, with points from Conaty and Turbitt keeping them in touch, before Clifford landed his first two-point score from a free awarded for a foul on Joe O’Connor.
The contest swung decisively Kerry’s way in the dying 30 seconds of the first half when they capitalised on an unforced error from the Ulster champions to grab their second goal. Paul Geaney was ice-cool inside Fitzgerald Stadium as he put his side 2-8 to 0-8 ahead.
Throughout this Championship, leads have proven anything but safe. Yet Armagh desperately required a strong start to the second half.
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It never came.
Instead, Kerry went straight for the throat, as they have done to countless opponents before. Within just 20 seconds of the restart, Dylan Geaney had extended their advantage, before David Clifford converted a free awarded for a foul on his brother Paudie.
A fine point from Turbitt hinted at a potential comeback. Kerry were having absolutely none of it.
Dylan Geaney delivered another brilliant disguised pass, releasing Joe O’Connor on a surging run towards goal, with the midfielder smashing an unstoppable shot into the top left corner past Rafferty.
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With Kerry ahead 3-11 to 0-9 after 44 minutes, Armagh faced a mountain to climb if they were to stage any sort of comeback.
The Orchard County did create some openings in Kerry’s defence, but Shane Murphy was in inspired form between the sticks whenever called upon.
The Dr Croke’s goalkeeper produced an excellent save to keep out Conaty midway through the second period, while David Clifford blazed over after being set up by his older brother Paudie shortly afterwards.
Murphy’s reflexes were tested again in the closing stages when substitute Callum O’Neill tried to palm home following impressive link-up play involving Oisin O’Neill and Tiernan Kelly.
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Ultimately, it proved not to be Armagh’s afternoon. Rafferty (free), Andrew Murnin and Conaty registered points to add some respectability to the final scoreline.
Even when Conaty broke through one final time, he was denied by the returning Sean O’Shea, whose superb block ensured Kerry’s commanding victory included a clean sheet for Murphy.
Over the past two seasons, whoever has prevailed in this encounter has subsequently lifted the Sam Maguire.
Based on this performance, no team will fancy drawing Kerry when Monday’s fixtures are announced.
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KERRY: S Murphy; P Murphy, J Foley 0-1, D Casey; B Ó Beaglaoich, M Breen, G O’Sullivan 0-1; M O’Shea, S O’Brien; J O’Connor 1-0, P Clifford, D O’Connor; D Clifford 1-10 (1tp, 1tpf, 0-2fs), P. Geaney 1-1, D Geaney 0-5 (1tp).
Subs: G White for Ó Beaglaoich (52), S O’Shea for P Geaney (53), K Evans 1-0 for O’Brien (56), E Looney for Murphy (60), A Heinrich for Casey (65).
ARMAGH: E Rafferty 0-2 (1tpf); P McGrane, A McKay, G Murphy; P Burns, T Kelly, J Óg Burns; A Murnin 0-2 (1tp), J McElroy; R McQuillan 0-3, D McMullan, C McConville 0-1 (0-1f); C Turbitt 0-2 (0-1f), J Duffy 0-2, O Conaty 0-4 (1tp).
Subs: O O’Neill 0-1 (0-1f), for J Burns (47), T McCormack for McElroy (47), C O’Neill for McConville (52), R Grugan for McKay (60), G McCabe for Turbitt (65).
A man has been charged in connection with an incident at a Salford primary school. Officers were called out to St Mark’s RC Primary School on Queensway, in Clifton, Swinton, at around 10am on Friday morning (June 19).
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A man was later arrested on nearby Rake Lane. In an update issued this morning (Sunday), Greater Manchester Police confirmed a man had since been charged in connection with the incident.
Lee Graham Wallbank, of Tyldesley Road, Wigan, has been charged with affray and criminal damage. The 36-year-old has also been charged with breach of court order, which GMP says is connected to an unrelated matter.
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Wallbank is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court on Monday, June 22. Following the incident, a spokesperson for Salford Diocese, on behalf of the school, said: “We are aware of the incident that took place at St Mark’s Primary School in Swinton on Friday morning.
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“The school are working closely with relevant emergency services, and will offer support to pupils, staff, families, and the wider school community. The safety, wellbeing, and pastoral care of all those affected remain our highest priority.”
Celebrations will be “a fitting tribute to one of the city’s most extraordinary cultural figures”
A programme of events to celebrate what would have been legendary Pink Floyd musician Syd Barrett’s 80th birthday has been announced. The pioneering songwriter, artist and founding member of Pink Floyd was born and bred in Cambridge and met his future bandmate Roger Waters at the Cambridgeshire High School for Boys.
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He died from pancreatic cancer at the age of 60 in 2006 after being out of the public eye for many years. Now his family and organisers Neil Jones, Mark Wilkinson and Rob Ayling have announced a series of official events to celebrate 80 years since he was born, and to raise money for mental health charities.
The celebrations will be centred on a spectacular live concert on October 10 – World Mental Health Day – headlined by Kula Shaker and featuring bands influenced and inspired by Syd such as Soft Machine, Men on the Border, Diana Silveira & The Psychedelic Circus, Radhika, and Pünk Floyd. Additional surprise guests are yet to be announced. Tickets are on sale here.
The concert will be at Cambridge Corn Exchange, where Syd played played his last ever live performance, February 24, 1972.
Audiences will also experience a mesmerising liquid light show from acclaimed visual artist The Mad Alchemist,(from Los Angeles, creating an immersive psychedelic spectacle inspired by Syd’s pioneering vision.
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The concert follows a previous sell-out Syd Barrett celebratory show at the Corn Exchange in 2016, underlining the enduring affection for Barrett’s music and legacy in the city he called home.
The anniversary will also be marked with the release of a special album, released only on physical double coloured vinyl and double CD which contains bonus material not available on the vinyl, celebrating Barrett’s extraordinary creative legacy and enduring influence as a founder of Pink Floyd and his body of solo work.
The album and CD are released on October 9 and feature a carefully curated selection of brand-new studio recordings, previously unreleased material and standout live performances spanning several years. The album offers fresh interpretations of some of Syd and Pink Floyd’s most iconic songs including See Emily Play, Arnold Layne, and Octopus.
It is performed by artists including All About Eve, Kula Shaker, Mystery Jets, Voyage 35, and Rosalie Cunningham, alongside recordings from fellow Pink Floyd members David Gilmour featuring David Bowie and Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets.
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There will also be a major exhibition exploring Syd’s life, art and cultural impact from October 3-9 at Openspace, an arts venue on Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge. The exhibition will showcase original paintings and sketches by Syd, alongside prints of larger works.
Visitors will also be able to view work by a number of guest artists, including Syd’s nephew Ian Barrett, Mark Wilkinson, Mick Rock, Spadge Hopkins, Mikey Georgeson, James Wilkinson, and Justin Wiggan & Dominick Allen. A programme of talks from leading Barrett biographers will further explore the life and legacy of one of Britain’s most fascinating creative minds.
Co-organiser Mr Jones said: “Eighty years after his birth, Syd Barrett’s influence remains as powerful as ever. His music, creativity and unique vision continue to inspire artists and audiences across generations. It’s especially fitting that this celebration takes place in Cambridge, the city at the heart of his story.
“Bringing together live music, art and a new album on World Mental Health Day is a fitting tribute to one of the city’s most extraordinary cultural figures”.
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Syd’s sister, Rosemary Breen, added: “The family wholeheartedly support these exciting events in aid of mental health charities. Syd would have been so happy and honoured to know his music was still being enjoyed in Cambridge.”
Queen Camilla’s son Tom Parker Bowles has shared the breakfast his mother loves
Sophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer
08:03, 21 Jun 2026
Contrary to the idea that Royal mornings start with lavish feasts, Tom Parker Bowles has revealed that Queen Camilla, his mother, opts for a much simpler breakfast when the weather turns cold.
He shared that, while the dish itself is modest, the Queen adds a spoonful of a homemade ingredient she keeps in her kitchen to elevate it. The simple breakfast choice is one that the British Heart Foundation says is great for heart health and boasts high fibre content.
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In his book, ‘Cooking & The Crown‘ published in 2024, Tom said: “In winter, my mother, Queen Camilla, eats porridge every day – plain, aside from a little of her own honey. The hives sit at the back of a field at Raymill, the house in which my sister and I spent the latter part of our youth.”
He then continued: “[The honey] is delicate and mild, as fine stirred into a good Darjeeling tea as it is mixed with porridge or yoghurt.”
As noted, the British Heart Foundation has ranked porridge as more heart-healthy than granola, cornflakes, muesli, and bran flakes. This is mainly because it contains beta-glucan, a soluble fibre that can help lower cholesterol when you consume at least 3g per day as part of a balanced diet.
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Queen Camilla is said to make her porridge with full-fat milk and a pinch of salt, but the British Heart Foundation recommend using water or low-fat milk instead, and adding fruit like bananas for natural sweetness.
The BHF experts previously advised: “As well as beta-glucan, you’ll be getting the fibre from the whole grains, plus there is no added sugar or salt. Instead of adding sugar or salt to your porridge for flavour – instead, try adding a banana or other fruits for extra sweetness.
“For every 80g that you add it will be one of your five-a-day at the same time.” Beyond this, it’s worth noting that other scientific research has also found a connection between honey consumption and heart health.
In 2020, one study claimed that honey could be a “potential candidate to be explored further as a natural and dietary alternative to the management of cardiovascular disease”.
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Scientists found evidence that honey may help protect the heart and reduce damage during heart problems. However, more research is needed to confirm this.
Tom’s book ‘Cooking and The Crown’ is a culinary homage to over a century of Royal dining, from the days of Queen Victoria to our present King Charles III. It spans extravagant meals like ‘Pommes Elizabeth’ and ‘Pudding au Pain et aux Cerises’, while also featuring an array of classic yet straightforward dishes you can try at home. More information can be found here.
Egg sandwiches are a firm favourite for many people, but they can sometimes lack flavour. However, a HelloFresh recipe expert says there’s an unlikely ingredient you can add to boost the taste – and it’s not mayo
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Many people love egg sandwiches, but what you might not realise is that there’s a technique you can use to make them even more delicious. While most people reach for mayonnaise to enhance the flavour of their meals, it turns out you may want to opt for an entirely different ingredient to improve the taste.
Egg sandwiches make a brilliant lunch or breakfast, being both tasty and satisfying; however, injecting flavour into them can sometimes prove challenging. There’s no need to fret though, as a straightforward recipe adjustment can help, and it’s an incredibly simple hack to put into practice once you know what to do.
Now, advice has been provided by Mimi Morley, Senior Recipe Development Manager at HelloFresh, and she has some genuinely useful tips. The brand boasts thousands of followers on Instagram, making her someone well worth listening to.
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According to her, one simple ingredient is all that’s needed to transform the taste of your sarnies. It’s even more straightforward than you could ever have imagined.
When asked what to add, Mimi said: “Marmite! Spread on your bread with your butter before adding your egg mixture. The saltiness with the egg is elite.”
As it happens, that’s all there is to it. Adding a touch of Marmite to your sandwiches could genuinely transform the flavour.
There are explanations for why this might be the case as well. The kitchen staple could prove transformative when it comes to elevating the dish.
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Why do it?
Incorporating Marmite into egg sandwiches enhances their taste if you appreciate rich, savoury and salty flavours. Marmite contains concentrated yeast extract, which delivers a profound, umami flavour.
It balances the subtle taste of eggs. Beyond this, its saltiness offsets the richness of egg yolks.
What’s more, the textural contrast also benefits the dish considerably. Sticky Marmite works brilliantly with soft, creamy eggs.
There are two approaches you could adopt with the product. Firstly, you could thinly coat some on the bread before assembling the sandwich.
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As an alternative, you could also prepare a Marmite butter. To achieve this, simply combine Marmite with softened butter.
Then apply it liberally on the bread before introducing the eggs. It genuinely is that straightforward.
You simply need to bear in mind to be cautious with the quantity you incorporate. A modest amount can frequently go a considerable distance.
Members of Bolton Council‘s Planning Committee voted to approve the scheme on June 18, citing the borough’s pressing need for affordable housing.
However, residents living closest to the site say their fears have been overlooked.
Jenny Young, of Doris Avenue, said: “The land is not suitable for dwellings.
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“It’s disgraceful.
“It just seems like they don’t care a damn for residents and just want to stick up houses and get money for it.
“It sickens me. It honestly makes my blood boil.”
Fly-tipping on the land (Image: Jenny Young)
Residents claim the site has a long history of fly-tipping.
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Opponents of the scheme had previously submitted a petition to the council objecting to the plans.
(Image: Jenny Young)
The same resident added: “If this development goes ahead, householders need assurance in writing that adequate compensation will be available should any damage occur to our properties.
Many objectors also questioned why green space was being targeted when other brownfield sites across the borough remain undeveloped.
“Whilst I appreciate there is a need for housing, it should not be at the expense of a rich wildlife habitat and profit should not come first,” said Ms Young.
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“What about brownfield sites where buildings have been demolished and are lying idle? Developing those sites would revitalise urban areas and prevent the loss of natural habitats.”
Residents worry about the uneven land (Image: Jenny Young)
At the planning meeting, Cllr Martin Donaghy, representing Tonge with The Haulgh ward, spoke against the application on behalf of residents, although he is not a member of the planning committee.
Despite the objections, councillors voted to approve the plans, with the need for affordable housing carrying significant weight in the decision.
The development will now move forward, although many residents of Doris Avenue say they remain deeply concerned about its potential impact on their homes and the surrounding environment.
Abu’s, which has become one of Darlington’s best-rated Indian restaurants from its Duke Street base, has opened a new restaurant in Harrogate.
The Harrogate venue, on Cheltenham Crescent, holds a 5/5 rating on TripAdvisor.
Although the restaurant is still a new addition to the town, early diners have already praised its food, service and atmosphere, with every Tripadvisor review so far rated excellent.
The opening follows the success of Abu’s in Darlington, which previously built up a 5/5 rating from hundreds of reviews and was described by diners as “flawless” and “perfect”.
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Abu’s in Darlington (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)
Now, the Harrogate sister site appears to be following a similar path.
One reviewer, from Harrogate, described it as the “best curry in Harrogate” after making a second visit to the restaurant.
They wrote: “Amazing food both times, tasty and fresh.”
Another diner, who visited with friends in June, described their first meal at Abu’s as “excellent” and said they would “definitely be returning soon”.
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The reviewer praised the onion bhajis as “fresh, light, crisp and tasty”, while also highlighting the paneer tikka, mushroom paneer and paneer nawabi.
They added that the paneer nawabi, advertised as containing 21 spices, had “lovely, complex flavours”, while the garlic naan was “light and puffy”.
Other customers have also praised the restaurant’s welcome and service.
One visitor described Abu’s as an “amazing restaurant with an excellent menu”, writing: “Warm and friendly welcome, lovely atmosphere. Both service and food were incredible, delicious and presentation too.”
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They added that the restaurant offered “so much choice” and “good portions”, advising diners to book during busy times.
Another Harrogate reviewer called it “one of the best Indian restaurants in H’gate” after trying Abu’s as a new addition to the town.
They said they were “warmly greeted” and praised the “top-notch” food, describing it as “flavoursome and authentic”.
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The reviewer added that the mixed sizzler starter, lamb biryani, mixed balti, garlic naan and pilau rice were “more than enough for two”.
They wrote: “Meat in all the dishes was succulent and all was 10/10. Could not fault a thing and very reasonably priced for quality.”
The naan breads have also been singled out by several visitors.
One family reviewer said they visited after seeing Abu’s had opened in Harrogate and described the meal as “absolutely superb”.
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They praised the chicken tikka, lamb nawabi and chicken korma, adding that the chicken was “melt in your mouth” and the lamb was “very, very tender”.
However, they said the naan breads were the highlight, describing them as “soft and fluffy with lots of flavour”.
Another early customer described Abu’s as an “amazing new restaurant” and said staff were “very friendly and welcoming”.
They added: “The food was amazing. Compliments to Abu’s Dad, who was the chef during our visit.”
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With both restaurants now holding perfect Tripadvisor ratings, Abu’s appears to have carried its Darlington reputation into Harrogate.
Marcus Rashford scored England’s fourth on Wednesday night as they beat Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup opener. While Rashford could not have asked for a better start to the World Cup, his Manchester United future appears to be in tatters. It has been a whirlwind decade for the 28-year-old.
After bursting onto the scene in February 2016, Rashford has had a rollercoaster career full of highs and lows. With his time at Old Trafford potentially coming to a permanent end this summer, MEN Sport has taken a look at the rise and subsequent fall of Rashford at United.
February 2016
On February 25, Rashford makes his debut for the Reds against FC Midtjylland. He scored twice as United ran out 5-1 winners on the night, 6-3 on aggregate. The teenager takes to social media afterwards to write: “A dream debut, great to score twice and contribute to the team.”
Three days later, he scores another brace, this time in the Premier League against Arsenal in a 3-2 victory at Old Trafford. The game is also remembered for head coach Louis van Gaal flopping on the touchline in front of the fourth official. “This is my first game in the Premier League, so obviously it’s been amazing,” Rashford told Sky Sports.
“To score two has been a bonus, so hopefully we can carry it on and go again the next game. It was a shock playing midweek as well. But that maybe benefited me because I wasn’t thinking about the game too much. It’s just crazy.”
On March 20, 2016, Rashford becomes the youngest ever goalscorer in the Manchester derby as his goal secures a 1-0 win over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. That morning, reports suggest Van Gaal will be replaced by Jose Mourinho in the summer.
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May 2016
Despite leading United to the FA Cup, Van Gaal is sacked and replaced by Mourinho, on May 27. Three days later, Rashford signs a new contract until 2020 after ending his debut campaign with eight goals in 18 appearances.
He is named the Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year.
September 2016
Rashford finishes runner-up to Portugal’s Renato Sanches in the Golden Boy.
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May 2017
Started the Europa League final that United won 2-0 vs Ajax. This wrapped up an impressive season for the Reds winning the Europa League, League Cup and Community Shield.
He also played the most matches of any United player that season (53).
October 2017
Rashford finishes third in the Golden Boy behind winner Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele.
March 2018
On March 10, Rashford makes his first start of the year and scores twice as United beat Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford. Three days later, the Reds crash out of the Champions League against Sevilla and Mourinho is criticised in the media for continuously playing Rashford on the wing, rather than as a centre-forward.
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August 2018
Following Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s departure, Rashford is awarded the No.10 shirt on August 5.
September 2018
Having not started all season up to that point, Rashford is told by Jamie Carragher that he might need to leave United. “Romelu Lukaku is in front of Rashford and I don’t see Rashford displacing him as long as he is there,” Carragher tells Sky Sports.
“But remember when Lukaku was at Chelsea and he had to come away and go to Everton. Then he ended up as top scorer and got his move to Man United.
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“Possibly Everton is the sort of club you are looking at, just below the top six, for someone like Rashford, similar to what Lukaku did. Does he have to leave United? I think so.
“Is he good enough to displace Lukaku? Is Rashford good enough to be Manchester United’s centre-forward for them trying to win the Premier League or the Champions League? He may not be.”
Three days after Carragher’s comments, Mourinho fired back in a press conference on September 14. “People speaking about his minutes, they are a bit confused,” he said.
“Marcus Rashford is not [then Liverpool striker] Dominic Solanke. He’s not [then Chelsea midfielder] Ruben Loftus-Cheek. He’s not [then Everton forward] Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
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“He’s Marcus Rashford, Manchester United player, with an incredible number of appearances and an incredible number of minutes played at the highest level in the best possible competitions.”
December 2018
On December 18, Mourinho is sacked by United and replaced, initially on an interim basis, by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Four days later, Rashford scores inside three minutes as Solskjaer wins his first match in charge 5-1 against Cardiff City.
Rashford continues his good form leading to praise from Solskjaer on December 30, 2018. “Marcus has been different class since I came,” he told Sky Sports.
“He’s scored two now in three. His work rate is unbelievable.
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“He closes down, chases, runs in behind, and the skill for the first goal for Paul [Pogba]… the first thing, he holds the ball up, he hasn’t got the right to get past them. He’s got all the chances in the world, the potential of being a top, top, top striker.”
March 2019
Rashford scores his first competitive penalty for United as the Reds seal a stunning 3–1 win in the second leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie against Paris Saint-Germain. This sends the club through to the quarter-final on the away goals rule.
July 2019
Rashford signs a new contract on July 1, keeping him to the club until June 2023. There is an option to add a further year to the deal.
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April 2020
On April 21, Rashford sheds light on the tough time he had under Mourinho. “It was tough but I think when you look back on it in five or six years, they’re the moments that give you that mental toughness,” he told the Utd Podcast.
“As an all-round player I’ve improved a lot and a lot of it is down to those two years under Jose. We had ups and downs. When I look back at it, it was a tough period but definitely a period that made me a better player.”
October 2020
Rashford scores his first United hat-trick in a 5-0 Champions League win vs RB Leipzig. Only the second hat-trick ever scored by a United substitute with the first being scored by his manager Solskjaer in 1999.
February 2021
He makes his 250th appearance vs West Ham. Rashford becomes the fourth youngest player to reach that milestone for United.
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October 2021
Following Euro 2020, Rashford undergoes shoulder surgery and only returns to football on October 11. When he does come back, it takes some time for his form to return.
November 2021
Solskjaer is sacked on November 21 after a humbling defeat at Watford. Ralf Rangnick is appointed interim manager until the end of the season. He notably warns United they need ‘open heart surgery’ to return to their past glory.
July 2022
Erik ten Hag is appointed Solskjaer’s successor.
December 2022
After a good start to the season, Rashford’s contract is extended by a further year on December 20. However, on New Year’s Eve he is dropped for the game against Wolverhampton Wanderers after oversleeping and missing the team briefing.
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Rashford shrugs that off to come on and score the winner in a 1-0 victory at Molineux.
May 2023
Rashford scores his 30th goal of the season against Chelsea on May 25. A couple of days later, Ten Hag said: “There’s a lot of room for improvement in his game.
“I’m convinced he could score even more. I think when you take, for instance, the last 10 games, he didn’t score so many goals. I think only two or three.
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“We supported him where we could, with the way of play but also in his mental mindset, so we are happy with that. But, yeah, we have to push for more and I am sure he’s capable to score 40 goals in a season, to make also for him the next step.”
At the end of the season, he was voted by the club’s supporters and playing squad as the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year and the Players’ Player of the Year.
July 2023
He signs another new contract that expires in 2028 and makes him one of the highest earners at the club.
January 2024
Rashford calls in sick for the FA Cup clash against Newport County on January 28. Earlier that week he had been spotted on a night out in Belfast.
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“Marcus has taken responsibility for his actions,” a United statement read. “This has been dealt with as an internal disciplinary matter, which is now closed.”
October 2024
Ten Hag is sacked by United and is soon replaced by Ruben Amorim.
November 2024
On November 24, Rashford starts and scores during Amorim’s first game but United draw 1-1 with Ipswich Town.
December 2024
During the Europa League clash with Viktoria Plzen, Rashford is replaced on 56 minutes. Three days later, on December 15, Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho are not picked in the matchday squad to face Manchester City.
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United win and before and after the game, Amorim insists no disciplinary issues are taking place. Rashford then speaks to journalist Henry Winter, two days after the Manchester derby.
He expresses his disappointment at not playing and suggests he is ready for a ‘new challenge’. He is subsequently dropped and does not play for United for the remainder of December.
January 2025
After not playing in January, Rashford is brought up in a press conference at Fulham. “It’s always the same reason – the training, the way I see a footballer should do in life. It’s every day, every detail,” Amorim responded when asked about the forward.
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“If things don’t change, I will not change. It’s the same situation for every player, if you do the maximum and right things we can use every player.
“You can see on the bench we miss a bit of pace on the bench, but I would put [United’s 63-year-old goalkeeper coach Jorge] Vital before a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day.” United insist afterwards that Amorim was making a broader point and not singling out Rashford in particular.
February 2025
Rashford joins Aston Villa on loan for the remainder of the season. An option to buy is included in the deal, priced at £40m.
July 2025
Villa do not sign Rashford permanently at the end of the season and the forward becomes part of a so-called ‘Bomb Squad’ at Carrington. On July 23, United agree a loan deal with Barcelona which includes a £26m option to buy.
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June 2026
On Monday, June 15, Barca allow the £26m clause to buy Rashford, to expire. Instead, they purchase Anthony Gordon from Newcastle.
As things stand, United’s preferred option is to sell Rashford permanently.
Harry Kane and Dan Burn were among the England players who attended a concert of US country music star Ella Langley, but had to leave early to make their curfew.
Defender Burn said that captain Kane, who scored twice in England’s 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening World Cup match, is a “big country music fan”.
The England players were given a day off by manager Thomas Tuchel on Friday and Kane, Burn and goalkeeper Jason Steele used the opportunity to watch Langley in Independence, Missouri.
Langley is best known for her hit Choosin’ Texas, which hit the top of the US charts and has reached number 12 in the UK.
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“We got asked to go and watch Ella Langley. I was the only person suited and booted with cowboy hat, jeans, the lot,” said Newcastle United’s Burn.
“Harry and Steeley managed to meet Ella before the gig, but I turned up a little bit later.
“But we missed the last three songs because we had to be back for curfew, which I was a bit gutted about because those are her best ones.”
He added: “Harry is a big country music fan. There’s a record player in the hotel and when it’s the captain’s pick a lot of it is country music.
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“Ella was playing in West Palm Beach when we were there, but we weren’t able to go because we wouldn’t have got back for curfew so I’m glad we got another opportunity.”
Kane later posted pictures from the concert on Instagram, one showing him stood next to Langley who is holding an England shirt.
“Great to meet you @ellalangleymusic, thank you for having us!” he wrote.
‘That was one of the most underwhelming finales I’ve ever watched.’
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Two years ago, the House of the Dragon season 2 finale left a bitter taste in the mouths of viewers across the globe.
Many had been hoping that the tension building between the Blacks (led by Emma D’Arcy’s Rhaenyra Targaryen) and the Greens (led by Olivia Cooke’s Alicent Hightower) would culminate in all-out war, including the highly anticipated Battle of the Gullet.
However, it felt as though the final episode had been cut short when it ended on an excruciating cliffhanger, with House Stark marching from Winterfell, and Rhaenyra and Alicent striking a secret bargain to end their feud once and for all. (Good luck to them).
Fans were livid. Where was the explosive Battle of the Gullet, a pivotal clash that takes place in George RR Martin’s book Fire & Blood, which will have major repercussions?
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For some, this was the final straw. They declared that their dedication to House of the Dragon was over and that they’d be boycotting the series from now on. In my opinion, that reaction was extremely over the top.
The Sea Snake (Steve Toussaint) has a big battle ahead of him in season three (Picture: HBO)
I thought it then, and with season three dropping tomorrow, my mind hasn’t changed. Anyone who’s chosen to give this epic series the cold shoulder is missing out, and they’re probably going to regret it… that is, if they haven’t already backtracked on their word.
Nowadays, there are often times when it feels as though TV fans are too quick to throw in the towel when a show that they previously adored isn’t going their way. Not that House of the Dragon fans were wrong to share their complaints about the last batch of episodes.
It’s widely known that the second season of the Game of Thrones spin-off was cut short, as it was originally intended to span 10 episodes, instead of eight. This meant that one of the most significant battles in the story, which was supposed to mark the end of season two, was pushed back to the start of season three, two years later.
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‘One of the things that came into play in season two is: What is the final destination of the series and where are we going? It was a combination of factors that led us to rebalance the season knowing now where we’re going,’ showrunner Ryan Condal told The Hollywood Reporter.
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Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy) struck a deal with Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) at the end of season two – but will it stick? (Picture: HBO)
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From what I’ve witnessed so far, fans who felt that the show suffered a dip will be relieved by this thrilling return to form.
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For anyone out there who decided to boycott this epic series after the dissatisfying end to season two, there’s no shame in changing your mind. We’ll happily welcome you back.
‘We wanted to rebalance the story in such a way that we had three great seasons of television [after season one] to round out and tell this story. When you’re trying to mount the show, which requires a tremendous amount of resources, construction, armor, costumes, visual effects … we are trying to give The Gullet — which is arguably the second most anticipated action event of Fire & Blood — trying to give it the time and the space that it deserves.’
The second season of the show had its fair share of brilliantly gripping moments. Princess Rhaenys Targaryen being an utter legend before her devastating demise. Three bastards with Targaryen ancestry claiming dragons. The tension you could cut with a knife between complicated brothers Aegon (Tom Glynn-Carney) and Aemond (Ewan Mitchell).
However, it felt as though it was building toward a huge climax at the end… only to leave viewers unsatisfied when the payoff they were hoping for never came. Even fans who enjoyed the lead-up to the finale couldn’t help but admit their disappointment.
‘Coming from someone who liked the season and definitely enjoys the show: it’s still absolutely bananas that they ended on a cliffhanger. They’ve built up a lot, had some good arcs going into this place, and the next season is going to be incredibly stacked, but this wait is just an objectively bad decision for maintaining your audience,’ nosayso wrote on Reddit.
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Fans have been waiting for years to see the Battle of the Gullet on screen (Picture: HBO)
‘This season could’ve been an email,’ Galahad_the_Ranger wrote scathingly, while GregorianShant, clearly still upset by the final season of Game of Thrones, added: ‘Classic “Fool me once”. After I got burned by GOT, I refuse to watch any Thrones media. I am happy with my choice.’
Despite agreeing that the finale felt incomplete, I was far from done with the show, or any Game of Thrones spin-off for that matter. I had faith that the third season would bring House of the Dragon back to the greatness that it began with – and as far as first reactions to season three go, I was right to remain hopeful.
Earlier this week, a screening took place where people watched the opening episode of season three for the first time… and the responses on social media have given us good reason to be very excited.
‘Just watched the first episode of House of the Dragon s3 at the world premiere…. I’m speechless. No one is ready…’ @watchwithdiya wrote on X.
‘HOTD S03E01 is nothing like we’ve EVER seen, not just in Westeros but in television in general. In the words of the phenomenal @thegenuinetoussaint “GIRD YOUR LOINS”,’ @gameofthroneshistorian shared on Instagram.
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Some Game of Thrones fans had their doubts about the recently released spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which blew their expectations out of the water with how fantastic it was. Proof that you shouldn’t judge these shows harshly before you’ve given them a chance.
Considering House of the Dragon is going to end after four seasons, if you’ve decided to give up at the halfway point, it’s your loss. Despite its dip, this is still one of the most spectacular shows on television, and I have a feeling that the final two seasons are going to remind us why we fell in love with Westeros in the first place.
House of the Dragon season 3 premieres on Monday June 22 on HBO Max, Sky and NOW.
A version of this article was first published on June 14, 2022.
One of Netflix’s biggest dramas is coming to an end this year and fans finally know how long they need to wait for the final adventure
Get ready for one last explosive adventure with the Pogues.
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Netflix has finally confirmed the release date of Outer Banks Season 5, which will bring one of the streamer’s biggest hits to its epic conclusion.
Set in an affluent beach town in North Carolina, the popular young adult series follows two rival gangs, the Kooks and the Pogues, who embark on a dangerous treasure-hunting mission.
When Pogues leader John B Routledge (played by Chase Stokes) learns his father has gone missing, he sets out to find him only to uncover clues to a legendary treasure while falling for rebellious Kook Sarah Cameron (Madelyn Cline).
After confirming the final season has concluded filming back in April, Netflix has now revealed the release date for Outer Banks Season 5 is Thursday, August 20.
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Along with the release date, Netflix has also given fans their first glimpse at the epic conclusion with a handful of first-look images and a gripping teaser trailer.
All of fans’ favourite characters will be returning, bar one after the tragic conclusion of Season 4.
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A synopsis teases: “Season 5 finds the Pogues at their absolute breaking point following the tragic loss of JJ (Rudy Pankow) in Morocco.
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“Stranded far from home and mourning the heart of their crew, they’ve lost the Blue Crown and continue to face a gauntlet of familiar threats.”
Back for one last adventure are Kiara (Madison Bailey), Pope (Jonathan Daviss), Cleo (Carlacia Grant), and Rafe (Drew Starkey).
Meanwhile, JJ’s killer, his own father Chandler Groff (J. Anthony Crane), is still at large, with Dalia (Pollyanna McIntosh) and the Corsairs hot on the Pogues’ trail.
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“The Pogues are in a desperate race to reclaim their future and finally win the freedom they’ve always been chasing,” Netflix goes on to tease. “It’s the Pogues against the world as they seek to avenge their best friend and bring it on home … one final time.”
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Sky is giving away a free Netflix subscription with its new Sky Stream TV bundles, including the £15 Essential TV plan. This lets customers watch live and on-demand TV content without a satellite dish or aerial and includes the new season of Beef.
Creators Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke told Tudum: “We are over the moon to be setting out on one last trip with the Pogues.
“Being back on set with our cast for this final round is nothing short of bittersweet and surreal. We can’t wait to show everyone what we have in store this season — it’s going to be a wild ride…”
Outer Banks Season 5 premieres Thursday, August 20 on Netflix.
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