Half-term weather forecast for Greater Manchester

Manchester United hero Gary Neville has been accused of 'making excuses' for Cristiano Ronaldo after he had another performance to forget despite their win over Leeds.The Sky Sports pundit watched his former side win 4-2 against their rivals having thrown away a two-goal lead after Ronaldo missed a huge chance to open the scoring.Following Luke Shaw's throw down the line, Paul Pogba eased past Adam Forshaw into the box before squaring for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner.Ronaldo saw his shot saved by the diving Illan Meslier, leaving fans at home baffled as to how he didn't score, but Neville offering an explanation after initial surprise.Neville said on air: "How has he not scored?"It was brilliant from Pogba but Ronaldo couldn't quite get enough on it. It was a big chance."Before adding: "Maybe that's a little behind Cristiano Ronaldo and he's just not able to get the purchase he wants on it."Will Ronaldo win another major trophy with Man Utd? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionWith one fan saying in response: "Gary Neville said that the Pogba pass was a touch behind.

Harry Maguire has admitted to feeling "embarrassed" after finally ending Manchester United's woeful record from corners this season.Prior to Sunday's win away to Leeds United, the Red Devils had taken 139 corners without scoring in the Premier League, despite hiring a specific set-piece coach in the summer.The club had been the subject of ridicule after struggling to score from corners this season following the arrival of Eric Ramsay in pre-season.However, their baron run from corners has now come to an end after Maguire headed home a Luke Shaw delivery to give United the lead at Elland Road on Sunday.Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, Maguire reflected on the unwanted record and admitted it was "embarrassing"."Every time I see the stat I feel embarrassed myself," explained the United captain."I’m a big part in that set-play routine and trying to score from corners but as a team, as a group, we’ve been nowhere near good enough."It’s a big part of the game and for sure if we score more from corners and set-plays we’ll be higher in the table.Will Manchester United finish in the top four this season? Let us know in the comments section below."I know you can play all this pretty football but set-plays are a massive part of the game and this season’s been nowhere near good enough on that behalf."Bruno Fernandes added to Maguire's goal to give United a 2-0 lead at half-time before Leeds pegged them back in dramatic fashion with two goals inside 30 seconds.Substitutes Fred and Anthony Elanga were able to rescue all three points, though, as they came off the bench to score and seal a 4-2 win.On sealing victory, Maguire added: "Yeah, I think that’s the most pleasing aspect of the game.

Storm Franklin will arrive this evening, and stay through to 7am Monday (February 21).While it is expected to be less dangerous than Storm Eunice, amber weather warnings have been issued in Northern Ireland.The amber warning areas will face winds of between 60 and 70mph - but coastal areas could see the wind reach 80mph.While Manchester-based Chadderton Weather Centre, the violent storm phenomenon could bring wind gusts of up to 80mph in the northwest.The data was taken from the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation, as reported by the Mirror.Writing on Twitter, the independent meteorologist warned of "isolated brief tornadoes", as well as cloud-to-ground lightning.Environment agencies have also issued hundreds of alerts for flooding across the UK, and the North West is expected to be worst hit by up to 80mm of rain.Eunice destroyed buildings and left 1.4 million homes without power on Friday - bringing the strongest winds seen on these shores since the Great Storm of 1987.Storm Dudley also hit parts of the UK last week, and meteorologist Becky Mitchell said three named storms in such quick succession is a first since the system was introduced seven years ago.Keep up to date with all the latest news stories. by signing up for one of Daily Star's free newsletters here.She told the PA news agency: "This is the first time we have had three named storms within a week, and we started the storm naming system in 2015."At the moment we've got a really active jet stream, which is why we're seeing so many storms track right towards the UK."We had Dudley on Wednesday, Eunice on Friday and Franklin today."Ms Mitchell said there will "definitely be some impact" from Storm Franklin but it is not expected to be "as severe" as Eunice

Manchester United attacker Anthony Elanga looked as though he was hit by an object during his side’s 4-2 win over Leeds.In the first game in front of fans between the two at Elland Road since October 2003, the teenager dropped to the floor holding his head after Fred gave United a 3-2 lead in the 70th minute and the team celebrated by the corner flag. It looked as though the object was a coin thrown by a fan.Elanga, who was only on the pitch for three minutes after Ralf Rangnick substituted him on, was hurt by the object and subsequently received medical attention.

Bruno Fernandes was hailed by Manchester United supporters for his involvement in their fourth goal against Leeds on Sunday as Anthony Elanga put the game to bed.The Portugal international midfielder played a key role as Ralf Rangnick's side threw away a two-goal lead before adding another two goals at Elland Road.His most notable impact after scoring the second of the game was in setting up Elanga to make the score 4-2 after 87 minutes, having flicked the ball over Pascal Struijk before knocking the ball past Luke Ayling.With Elanga then sliding the ball past the despairing Illan Meslier, supporters went back to credit Fernandes as he gets back to his best in the Premier League.One fan wrote: "What a brilliant player he is. That flick was exceptional!!"With a second adding: "Don’t wanna jinx but Bruno of old is back."A third continued: "Imagine not rating Bruno Fernandes, phenomenal player."With a fourth concluding: "I don’t think any midfielder can do this in any league."Will Manchester United finish in the top four this season? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionFormer England winger Chris Waddle then said of the goal on BBC Radio 5 Live: "Another good goal.

Dancing On Ice presenters Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield were barely able to contain their giggles as they tried out a ‘first’ on the show. Holly, 40, could be heard screaming and Phil, 59, laughing as they took part in rehearsals for DOI and found themselves being strapped to stands and pushed onto the skating rink.

Ralf Rangnick believes Manchester United's pulsating 4-2 win at Leeds United was the 'best reply' to reports of disruption in the dressing room.

Helen Flanagan looked super-glam as she headed out on the town for a friend's 30th birthday celebrations.

Manchester City won't change their approach to the title race despite dropping points against Tottenham this weekend.

Bruno Fernandes has hailed the impact Fred made on Manchester United in their 4-2 win against Leeds on Sunday afternoon.

Harry Maguire has revealed that Manchester United players were told they had to score more goals in order to defeat Leeds United at half-time.

A woman was killed after she was hit by a driver in south Manchester during a police chase.

Gary Neville was left gutted as Manchester United were stunned by two goals in 24 seconds from Leeds United on Sunday. United were winning and in control of the game thanks to first-half goals from Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes at Elland Road.However, the hosts produced a spirited fight back after the break as Rodrigo and Raphinha's two goals inside a minute of each other pulled Leeds back level at 2-2.This left Neville in shock in the commentary box and struggling to hide his frustration after watching his former side throw away their well-earned two-goal cushion.Rodrigo first got Marcelo Bielsa's side back into the match after catching out David de Gea with a looping cross that dropped into the net at the far post.In response, Neville said: "Well, it’s a big counter-attack and he’s looking for Raphinha at the back post - it isn’t a shot and David De Gea will not be happy with himself."That whipped cross has done David De Gea.

Football legend David Beckham went back in time as he dug out some rare childhood snaps to share with his 71.1 million followers as he wished his “amazing” sister Joanne a happy 40th birthday. The former Manchester United star, 46, shared three throwback snaps from his childhood as he marked his younger sister Joanne’s 40th birthday. The first photo shows Joanne as a baby in a highchair with older sister Lynne and David as a six year old.

Amir Khan's face by bitter rival Kell Brook was clear to see just moments after their highly-anticipated encounter was called off by the referee during the sixth round.Khan was left battered and bruised following his comprehensive defeat at the hands of bitter rival Brook on Saturday in Manchester - during which he was hit by 64 power punches.The former unified light-welterweight world champion admitted that he came up well short having promised to knock-out his opponent pre-fight, and had the injuries to prove it.Taking part in interviews following the event, Khan admitted that he could well choose to step away from the sport - while sporting several bruises.Khan was humble in defeat, facing up to the media despite his obvious injuries and admitting that his time as a professional boxer could now be over.He told Sky Sports: "I've had 40 fights, winning two world titles, fighting in America and around the world."I need to sit down with my family. But it is more towards the end of my career.Who should Kell Brook fight next? Give us your thoughts in the comments section"The love for the sport isn't there anymore."In the ring, I didn't have excitement and that push."That's maybe a sign that I should call it a day.

Ralf Rangnick made a number of eyebrow-raising changes ahead of the eagerly anticipated Premier League clash but his tinkering just about paid off.Harry Maguire opened the scoring at a sodden Elland Road with his first Red Devils goal in over a year to silence his doubters before Bruno Fernandes headed in a second on the stroke of half-time.Two Leeds goals in the space of a minute then flipped the game on its head.Rodrigo's mishit cross floated over a hapless David De Gea before Raphinha sparked bedlam at Elland Road tapping in from a drilled Dan James cross.United then reclaimed the lead thanks to Fred's smashed effort before Anthony Elanga sealed the vital three points for United late on.Daily Star Sport takes a look at three big calls that Rangnick got right and the one he got wrong in the crucial win...And three things he got right...Paul Pogba has made an impressive return from injury in recent weeks and looked a powerful presence in the first half against Leeds on Sunday.It was therefore a surprise to see the Frenchman pulled off after 67 minutes with Marcelo Bielsa's side having fought back from two goals down.Rangnick replaced him for Fred and it proved to be an inspired substitution.The Brazilian smashed home after receiving the ball from Sancho to regain United's lead a matter of moments after his entrance.While many questioned the decision to make the midfield change with the scores locked at 2-2, it proved to be the decisive moment.Anthony Elanga then added to Rangnick's substitute delight, grabbing the fourth late on with a slotted finish.Will Manchester United finish in the top four this season? Let us know in the comments section.Harry Maguire has been on the back end of some heavy criticism this season,

Tottenham Hotspur against Manchester City in the Premier League.During Saturday’s encounter at the Etihad, Pawson made a strange reaction after Kane secured Spurs all three points in a 3-2 win, leaving fans to ponder why the official reacted as he did.As the final goal went in, Pawson turned to look at a dejected Pep Guardiola, and in that moment, fans felt his face depicted someone annoyed with the result.One wrote: “Can anyone give me a logical explanation for this reaction from Pawson, please! Because that looks like genuine annoyance?! And I hate conspiracy theories but he’s in charge for the League Cup Final!”Another said: “As a neutral, if a 92nd-minute equaliser being cancelled out by a 95th-minute winner doesn't get you excited, maybe you're not as neutral as you're supposed to be.”A third wrote: “I've always said refs should do post-match interviews to explain decisions. That Pawson reaction is another example of why they should be explaining themselves.

Dancing On Ice star explained how she realised she wanted to change her maiden name, Whittaker, to Tim’s.Sally and Tim have recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary and the couple have stuck together through the hardships of her cancer battle.The Coronation Street star was diagnosed with breast cancer and after going into remission in 2009 she decided to change her name.She told OK! Magazine about the move in 2018: “I’d kept Whittaker because everyone knew me as that but it suddenly didn’t seem very important...“I want to be Mrs Dynevor and not Sally Whittaker.Tim was really pleased.

British rapper KSI has cancelled his sold out Manchester concert just hours before due to 'feeling sick'.

Gary Neville was full of praise for Harry Maguire after Manchester United's much-maligned captain on Sunday scored his first Premier League goal of the season to open the scoring against Leeds United.

Manchester City say they are shocked and appalled after Phil Foden and his family were assaulted on a night out.