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Kobbie Mainoo continues to go from strength to strength despite making his breakthrough in a chaotic and tumultuous Manchester United season. The 18-year-old had not featured in the league for United before this campaign, but has rapidly become a mainstay in Erik ten Hag's midfield, shining in the 4-3 FA Cup win over Liverpool on Sunday.

ITV Sport pundits Roy Keane, Graeme Souness and Ian Wright did not mince their words about Manchester United during the half-time break against Liverpool.

Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has agreed with pundits Ian Wright and Micah Richards after Harry Maguire was not sent off in the defeat to Fulham on Saturday afternoon.

Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has explained why he believes former Manchester United academy star Angel Gomes is worthy of an England call-up.

Gary Lineker and Ian Wright have agreed Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo should be called up to the England squad for next month's internationals.

Gary Lineker has been forced to pull out of Match Of The Day as he says "I've been silenced".The former England footballer has been hosting the Premier League highlights show since 1999 and has rarely missed a show, but will not be present tonight (Saturday, 10 February). Instead, Gary will be replaced by Mark Chapman.Taking to X, formerly Twitter, to share the news Gary wrote: "Some good news for some: I’ve been silenced….with a rotten cold that seems to be lasting forever. "Hate missing hosting @BBCMOTD but I’ll be watching." The sports broadcaster was inundated with well-wishers from fans as one wrote: "Get well soon Gary, we need you in strong voice!" "Get well soon Gary!", a second commented.

The Kitchen depicts a dystopian version of London where social housing no longer exists.Directed by Daniel Kaluuya and Kibwe Tavares, the sci-fi drama follows the lives of Izi (Kane ‘Kano‘ Robinson) and Benji (Jedaiah Bannerman) in this imagined near-future, as the community of the Kitchen refuses to abandon their home.Other cast members include Hope Ikpoku Jr, Teija Kabs, Demmy Ladipo, Cristale, BackRoad Gee, Rasaq Kukoyi and former footballer Ian Wright in the role of Lord Kitchener.After a short run in cinemas, the film was released on Netflix on January 19, 2024.Following the murder of community leader Lord Kitchener during a police raid, Staples’s gang makes a plan for revenge as residents of the Kitchen start to disband.Benji – who was abandoned by Izi when he decided to move to a luxurious single apartment on his own – joins Staples as they plan an attack on the same Buena Vida apartment building where Izi now lives. As they trash the building and threaten residents, Benji is disturbed by their violent methods and runs away back to his old home.When he returns, Izi is there waiting for him.

The Kitchen might be an early contender for one of the year’s best.Directed by Daniel Kaluuya and Kibwe Tavares, the sci-fi drama follows the lives of Izi (Kane ‘Kano‘ Robinson) and Benji (Jedaiah Bannerman) in a dystopian future London where social housing has been shut down. The community of the Kitchen, however, refuse to abandon their home.Other cast members include Hope Ikpoku Jr, Teija Kabs, Demmy Ladipo, Cristale, BackRoad Gee, Rasaq Kukoyi and former footballer Ian Wright in the role of Lord Kitchener.After a short run in cinemas, the film was released on Netflix on January 19, 2024.Labrinth collaborated with Alex Baranowski on the film’s score.

Former footballer Ian Wright has been praised by fans and critics alike for his performance in new Netflix film The Kitchen.

From Deal Or No Deal and Wheel Of Fortune to Blankety Blank, classic shows keep returning to our screens – and now BBC One is continuing the trend with its reboot of the hit series Gladiators.The show debuted in 1992 on ITV and ran for eight seasons before ending in 2000. Gladiators was then revived for a short run by Sky between 2008-2009, with Ian Wright, Kirsty Gallacher and Caroline Flack as hosts. Now it’s back with brand new contestants, gladiators and a fresh look – including a change of hosts as Bradley Walsh and his son Barney present the action in the iconic arena.

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane criticised striker Rasmus Hojlund after he was guilty of squandering opportunities in the first half of Monday night's FA Cup tie with Wigan Athletic.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright is baffled Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag chose not to sign Edson Alvarez and Mohammed Kudus while simultaneously approving a deal for Antony.

One of the BBC’s most established sports pundits, Ian Wright, has revealed he will be leaving his job on Match of the Day at the end of this year’s football season.

I'm A Celebrity star Ian Wright has decided to quit BBC show Match of the Day after 27 years. The 60 year old former footballer and pundit, who is often on the series alongside Alan Shearer and host Gary Lineker, announced his departure from MOTD on Sunday through a statement shared on BBC Sport and his official X – formerly Twitter – account. It reads: "After my debut show whilst still a player in 1997 and many more memorable years, I'll be stepping back from BBC MOTD at the end of this season.

Ian Wright is the latest pundit to heap praise on Kobbie Mainoo after his outstanding performance during Manchester United's 3-0 win at Everton.

Coronation Street's Simon Gregson has shared his heartache over his teenage son's dream of becoming a professional footballer. The actor, who plays Steve McDonald in the ITV soap, posted a touching photo of his eldest son Alfie, 16, sitting on his football in the dark while checking his phone. He captioned the snap: "My boy since 4 yrs old dreaming of playing football for a living.

A new host of celebrities will head to the jungle as I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here returns to ITV. Among those taking part this year down under is TV presenter and YouTube and TikTok star Nella Rose.

A man raped a woman in the toilets of a nightclub then returned to the 'VIP area' and gloated to his friends, a court heard.

He might be best known for his skills on the rugby pitch or on the DJ decks, but James Haskell can also turn his hand to reality TV. But there's one series he'd never sign up for - and that's Strictly Come Dancing. "I don’t think anyone wants me to be dancing," James exclusively tells OK!.

It might seem like an unlikely friendship between a member of the Royal family and a DJ, but Mike Tindall and James Haskell go way back.The pair are not only former rugby players for England but have each starred in the hit ITV show I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, and now even have a hit podcast together. James went into the Australian camp in 2019 while Mike took on bushtucker trials in 2022, and it appears the 38-year-old who is married to Chloe Madeley gave the royal star a few words of advice before heading in.

Manchester United wrestled back some momentum in their Premier League charge with a rousing comeback win over Brentford on Saturday afternoon. Scott McTominay was the hero for United in that match as he scored twice deep into stoppage time to snatch three points at Old Trafford.