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1. Manchester United: Ruben Amorim issues Kobbie Mainoo update after X-rated Paul Scholes rant

   Academy graduate reportedly prepared to leave on loan amid dwindling minutes

2. Major London council receives damning report from auditors

   An auditor said many of the council’s issues had persisted for ‘many years’ and needed ‘urgent action’

3. Mystery of Virginia Giuffre's missing millions: What has happened to the Andrew payout?

   Virginia Giuffre’s family says her estate is worth just over £233,000, despite her receiving an estimated £9million from the former Duke of York

4. Further bluetongue cases confirmed in Co Down herd

   Northern Ireland’s department of agriculture said testing of livestock on nearby farms is continuing.

5. World Cup 2026 draw LIVE: England and Scotland learn group stage opponents

   Three Lions to learn their first opponents and a possible route to the final

6. Miniature bronze model of Mahatma Gandhi statue could fetch thousands at auction

   The 27cm high model could fetch thousands at auction, Woolley and Wallis said.

7. What time is the World Cup 2026 draw? Pots, teams, format and how to watch today

   England and Scotland will discover their fate, with Donald Trump due to attend star-studded FIFA ceremony in Washington

8. Irish premier describes Eurovision boycott as ‘act of solidarity’

   Ireland is among a number of countries who pulled out of the contest over Israel’s participation in 2026.

9. Liverpool XI vs Leeds: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

   Arne Slot confirms key Reds fitness boost for Elland Road trip

10. Man City XI vs Sunderland: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

    Wait for Rodri’s return goes on, but Pep Guardiola insists he is getting better