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Gareth Bale has been named in Real Madrid's squad for the upcoming Fifa Club World Cup despite having missed the last two training sessions amid fresh concerns over his fitness.

Danny Welbeck could come into replace the injured Alexandre Lacazette when Arsenal take on Manchester United on Saturday.

Romelu Lukaku has struggled to impress with the goal after having a good start to his life at Manchester United.

Barcelona star Javier Mascherano wants to end his career at the Nou Camp on good terms after admitting his regret over how he left Liverpool to sign for La Liga giants in 2010.

The former Barcelona forward has endured a torrid time at Goodison Park since joining from Malaga in the summer.

Team Alpha Male coach Justin Buchholz has backed former bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz to come back stronger from his latest setback.

Tyson Fury will face Tony Bellew in 2018 as he prepares to return to heavyweight boxing, according to Eddie Hearn

Ibrahimovic returned to action earlier this month after spending seven months out with a ruptured knee ligament.

World number two Roger Federer claims he is not thinking about retirement for now after the 36-year-old's remarkable year that saw him win seven titles, including two Grand Slams.

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez was subbed off with a hamstring complaint against Huddersfield but should be fit for Manchester United clash.

According to an Irish crime reporter, UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor is in serious danger with the Kinahan cartel after being involved in a pub brawl.

Bale felt discomfort in his leg after he came off the bench to create two goals for Borja Mayoral in the 2-2 draw against third-tier club Fuenlabrada.

World number one Rafael Nadal has revealed how his injury problems in 2014 gave him anxiety that impacted his performance on the court.

Martina Hingis won the first of her 25 Grand Slam titles in 1997 before Federer and Wawrinka won their first major titles in 2003 and 2014 respectively.

Jupp Heynckes came out of retirement to take charge of Bayern until the end of the season after Carlo Ancelotti's sacking in September.

Arsene Wenger was not happy with the overall performance of Arsenal despite the Gunners recording their biggest win of the season.

Nemanja Matic was withdrawn in the second half in Manchester United's 4-2 win over Watford. Jose Mourinho confirmed the former Chelsea man has suffered an "important" injury.

Eddie Hearn has revealed that heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua could have his next fight confirmed within a week as a deal with Joseph Parker edges closer.

Willian has made only seven starts in the Premier League under Antonio Conte this season. Manchester United and Barcelona are looking at the option of signing him in January.

Argentine international Icardi has already said he will "not answer" any phone calls from Real Madrid.

Barcelona have offered Sergi Roberto a new deal until 2022 with a €400m buyout clause but talks over a wage increase continue.

Solanke has featured sporadically for the Reds since joining from Chelsea in the summer but is prepared to bide his time under Jurgen Klopp.

Alexandre Lacazette will miss the visit of Manchester United on Saturday after the Arsenal striker suffered a groin injury during the win over Huddersfield.

The Blue Lions Ultras supporters defended their actions and said the intention was "to send a sarcastic message to the rival club".

Andy Murray ended his season after his quarter-final loss at Wimbledon in July this year owing to a long standing hip injury.

Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini missed the win over Watford with a knee injury, according to reports from Belgium.

Conte was sent to the stands by referee Neil Swarbrick for bellowing at fourth official Lee Mason after growing frustrated with Swansea's time-wasting.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has downplayed the significance of the latest injury suffered by Adam Lallana after us missed the 3-0 win over Stoke with a muscle problem.

Andy Carroll missed Wednesday's 4-0 defeat to Everton with a knee injury suffered in training, while Winston Reid appeared to damage his hamstring in the second half.