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• Dominic Calvert-Lewin's incredible revival: Shot-conversion rate has QUADRUPLED, while Daniel Farke's warmth works a charm at Leeds after striker's much-need Everton divorce27 December 2025, 8:53 am
  It has been a giddy week for Leeds United fans and there is no disputing who has given them the most joy. Forget Santa Claus, it is Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has been dubbed 'the ultimate Christmas gift'.
  
• Patrick Dorgu's fabulous lashed volley earns resolute Man United 1-0 win after stubborn Ruben Amorim FINALLY changes formation, with Newcastle left crestfallen at Old Trafford27 December 2025, 8:43 am
  IAN LADYMAN AT OLD TRAFFORD: A new formation for Manchester United and a new winning goal scorer. We have waited a while for both.
  
• Why Man United DIDN'T miss Bruno Fernandes, the mechanics of Ruben Amorim's formation gamble in win over Newcastle... and how they're set-piece kings!27 December 2025, 7:00 am
  CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: In the end they got the job done and Ruben Amorim admitted it was one of his most satisfying results in charge at Old Trafford.
  
• This Boxing Day was a sad blot on English top-flight history thanks to the Premier League and Sky - but my day at Stockport County reminded me of all that's beautiful about this treasured tradition, writes OLIVER HOLT27 December 2025, 2:00 am
  OLIVER HOLT: The programme seller was there as usual on the corner of Worrall Street and Mercian Way. The same spot where a programme seller has stood for decades.
  
• LEE BOWYER INTERVIEW: I've managed part-timers with Montserrat, battled boardroom chaos at Birmingham and coached unpaid at Watford... what's next? I think I'd do it right as West Ham boss27 December 2025, 2:00 am
  Having won promotion on a shoestring at Charlton and escaped relegation despite financial meltdown at Birmingham, Bowyer is a manager fashioning a reputation for miracles.
  
• How Morgan Rogers went from 'lost' to the boy wonder of English football: Losing his 'shine' at Man City, the EFL 'shock' that set him right and why Unai Emery's love affair began long before Aston Villa27 December 2025, 2:00 am
  The Rogers path is different. One of the most sought-after wingers in the country as a teenager, too good for his age at West Brom. Man City there on countless occasions from Under 14s onwards.
  
• 'I didn't know I could do that!': Manchester United star in disbelief at spectacular first goal for the club in win over Newcastle27 December 2025, 1:24 am
  CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: Patrick Dorgu volleyed Manchester United to victory over Newcastle with his first goal for the club at Old Trafford.
  
• Ruben Amorim reveals why he finally changed Man United's formation - and jokes he can enjoy Boxing Day with no need to talk about 'clean sheet, back four or Kobbie Mainoo'27 December 2025, 1:23 am
  Despite only having 33 per cent possession at Old Trafford, the Portuguese's side overcame the travelling Magpies thanks to a stunning left-footed volley from Patrick Dorgu in the first half.
  
• Mohamed Salah is 10-man Egypt's saviour at AFCON for a second-straight game as his penalty secures a 1-0 win over South Africa and seals qualification into the knockout stages27 December 2025, 1:02 am
  Mohamed Salah has put his uncertain Liverpool future to one side by once again stepping up for Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations.
  
• Inside the world of Ayden Heaven, Man United's next star: Why Ruben Amorim thinks wonderkid, 19, is the future - after Man of the Match display against Newcastle27 December 2025, 12:51 am
  NATHAN SALT: When Ayden Heaven strode out onto the Old Trafford pitch ahead of Manchester United taking on Crystal Palaceat the start of February, many raised their eyebrows.
  
• Diogo Jota's two sons to join mascots at Anfield ahead of first Premier League meeting between Portugal star's former two clubs since his death26 December 2025, 11:55 pm
  Diogo Jota's two sons will join the matchday mascots for the Premier League meeting between the Portuguese star's two former clubs on Saturday.
  
• Manchester United 1-0 Newcastle - Premier League RECAP: Patrick Dorgu's stunning strike secures Reds all three points26 December 2025, 11:24 pm
  Relive all the action from Daily Mail Sport's live blog as Patrick Dorgu won Boxing Day's sole Premier League fixture for Man United against Newcastle.
  
• Enzo Maresca insists he is 'very proud' if his Chelsea squad reflects his personality despite their disciplinary issues - with Blues boss admitting that is 'something we can do better'26 December 2025, 10:30 pm
  Enzo Maresca is 'proud' if his players are reflecting himself amid criticism that the Blues boss has not been setting the best example with how he behaves in his technical area.
  
• Wilfried Nancy identifies Kieran Tierney as his Celtic standard-bearer26 December 2025, 10:30 pm
  Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy has launched an impassioned defence of Kieran Tierney - insisting he will set the standard for any new signings in January.
  
• John Terry 'emerges as shock candidate' to become new boss of Championship side, months after Chelsea legend admitted being 'baffled' by rejections26 December 2025, 8:01 pm
  The former England captain, 45, is currently working in Chelsea's academy and with Baller League side 26ers, after spells as Dean Smith's assistant at Aston Villa and Leicester City.