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4.57pm GMT
Premier League: Newcastle have just beaten West Brom by the odd goal of three at St James’ Park, Dwight Gayle coming off the bench to score the winner against his former club with a bullet header upon his return from injury.
Newcastle had gone ahead courtesy of Miguel Almiron within 20 seconds, only to be pegged back by a Darnell Furlong wonder-strike on the volley early in the second half.
4.42pm GMT
Those teams: David De Gea keeps his place in goal for Manchester United, for whom Paul Pogba is a surprise starter. Luke Shaw keeps his place in United’s defence, with Alex Telles dropping to the bench. Anthony Martial is also among the substitutes, with Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes and Mason Greenwood playing up front. Nemanja Matic is dropped.
John Stones keeps his place in the heart of the Manchester City alongside Ruben Dias, while Ilkay Gundogan is among the substitutes. Fernandinho starts instead. Gabriel Jesus starts up front for City, while Sergio Aguero does not feature in the matchday squad despite presumptions he would be on the bench. Continue reading...

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