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• Lennon warns managers need mental health support amid 'over the top' criticism and abuse21 October 2026, 11:09 pm
  Neil Lennon has raised concerns about the psychological welfare of modern-day football managers amid the 'instant' and 'over the top' scrutiny of their role.
  
• CHRIS WHEELER: Man United were insipid, lifeless and downright ugly in tame Como surrender. How much longer can Michael Carrick and his team sleepwalk through this wretched season?21 October 2026, 10:43 pm
  CHRIS WHEELER IN COMO: How much longer can this go on? How much longer can United sleepwalk through this wretched season as Carrick continues to grasp hopelessly for positives?
  
• 'It doesn't look good': Mikel Arteta sparks fears over Bukayo Saka injury after Arsenal winger limped off during 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich21 October 2026, 10:42 pm
  IAN LADYMAN AT ALLIANZ ARENA: Saka went off with a thigh injury just ten minutes into his team's Champions League game with the German champions at the Allianz Arena.
  
• Aston Villa's new-look team continue to make strides as Unai Emery shows why he is one of the world's great managers after 3-1 win over Viking, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE21 October 2026, 10:38 pm
  TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: Two questions sprang to mind on a night of contrasting fortunes for Premier League clubs in the Champions League.
  
• Bayern Munich 2-2 Arsenal PLAYER RATINGS: Which stars left the Gunners defence exposed too often? Who pulled the strings for Mikel Arteta's men? And who had a 'quiet' night?21 October 2026, 10:32 pm
  Declan Rice stole the limelight from Harry Kane as Arsenal hit back to snatch a thrilling 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in a heavyweight Champions League clash at the Allianz Arena.
  
• Bayern Munich 2-2 Arsenal: Gunners take huge step in the right direction, as Declan Rice earns point that means so much more in Mikel Arteta's bid to build dynasty21 October 2026, 10:06 pm
  IAN LADYMAN AT ALLIANZ ARENA: This is a season that must see Arsenal break fresh ground if they are to become the team we all feel they can be.
  
• Bayern Munich vs Arsenal - Champions League: Declan Rice's stunning strike secures draw after Harry Kane's penalty put hosts ahead... as Aston Villabeat Viking21 October 2026, 9:57 pm
  Follow Daily Mail Sport's live coverage for the latest updates as Arsenal travel to Bayern Munich and Aston Villa take on Viking in Champions League action. 
  
• Erik ten Hag reveals failed plot to reunite with Alejandro Garnacho at Leverkusen as ex-Man United boss admits out-of-sorts star is a 'little bit selfish' and 'needs love' amid Aston Villa exile21 October 2026, 9:55 pm
  Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has leapt to the defence of Alejandro Garnacho, revealing he tried to sign the winger during his ill-fated spell at Bayer Leverkusen.
  
• Osmand hoping to dazzle like Daizen as Bhoys bid to reignite their Europa League campaign21 October 2026, 9:50 pm
  Replicating what Daizen Maeda achieved in a Celtic jersey may be nigh impossible for those who follow him, but Callum Osmand sees no harm in setting his sights as high as possible.
  
• Will the real Celtic stand up? Devastating against Hearts, diabolical against Benfica ... Maloney praying Bhoys can bring their domestic form to the table for must-win Celta Vigo clash21 October 2026, 9:43 pm
  Seldom a man to call a spade a gardening implement, Chris Sutton's assessment of the space which Celtic seem to inhabit these days met with little resistance.
  
• Maloney urges Celtic players to show fight and protect club's reputation in Europe after poor start to campaign21 October 2026, 9:43 pm
  SHAUN MALONEY wants to see Celtic fight to preserve the club's hard-won reputation in Europe.
  
• Salah is not the only Trabzonspor star for Hearts to worry about, says Vrancken21 October 2026, 9:39 pm
  Wouter Vrancken has warned Hearts not to become fixated on stopping Mohamed Salah because on-song Trabzonspor have plenty other threats that must also be dealt with.
  
• Man United captain Bruno Fernandes questions Michael Carrick's tactics in wake of Champions League humiliation in Como - after boss was left 'angry' by team's display and apologised to supporters21 October 2026, 9:31 pm
  CHRIS WHEELER IN COMO: Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes questioned Michael Carrick's tactics in the wake of the club's Champions League humiliation in Como.
  
• Como vs Manchester United - Champions League RECAP: Red Devils bag late consolation goal but can't save woeful lakeside showing... as starlet Nico Paz shines for the hosts21 October 2026, 9:07 pm
  Relive Daily Mail Sport's coverage of Manchester United's miserable night in Como in the Champions League.
  
• Como 4-1 Man United PLAYER RATINGS: Which stars fare worst in our most damning ratings EVER after Michael Carrick's side sink to new low?21 October 2026, 8:46 pm
  Things go from bad to worse at Manchester United as their 'fresh start' under Michael Carrick began with a disastrous 4-0 drubbing at the hands of Como. Here is how they rated in Italy.