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MAN UNITED’S AFCON WOES EXPECTED, RUBEN AMORIM CANDIDLY REVEALS

Man United's winning streak faces a test as manager Ruben Amorim admits his team "will have time to suffer" without key stars Bryan Mbeumo & Amad Diallo during the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.

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Ruben Amorim highlights AFCON hurdles for struggling Manchester United - Photo Credit: Getty Images

In their most recent Premier League game at Old Trafford, Manchester United defeated Brighton & Hove Albion 4–2.

Man United has now won three straight games and is sixth in the top flight with 16 points from nine games after defeating the Seagulls.

The Red Devils seem to be boosting their chances this season and making steady improvement after a lacklustre start to the season.

Although it would be ideal for Man United to maintain these recent trends and improve, Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils' head coach, has implied that his team "will have time to suffer."

What did Ruben Amorim, the manager of Man United, say?
During the Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place in Morocco from December 21 to January 18, Manchester United is anticipated to be without Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo.

Mbeumo joined Old Trafford from Brentford this summer, and in his first ten games in all competitions, he has five goals and one assist. In contrast, Diallo has started eight of his nine games this season and contributed two assists.  

Speaking to the media ahead of United's next league match, Amorim openly acknowledged that they "are going to suffer" without these two players during AFCON.

"We shall be able to endure our suffering. As stated by GOAL, "We already knew it would be an opportunity, although we will suffer a little bit."

"Some guys should be playing when I observe the training, but it is difficult to remove some players from the team because they are performing well in the games as well as during the training. Thus, we will have the chance to get assistance from other players."

"They know how we want to play, so if we get better at it, the change in traits will not affect the team's concept or momentum. However, we shall see in general whether we use Amad and Bryan in these games.

When Man United plays Nottingham Forest in the league on November 1 at City Ground, they will be hoping to continue their winning run.

POSITIVE UPDATE ON DéSIRé DOUé INJURY AFTER EARLY ALARMING REPORTS

PSG's Désiré Doué suffers a significant thigh injury, set to miss several weeks. Initial fears of a long absence are tempered by new reports suggesting a potential return before the end of 2025, with December a hopeful target.

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Doué’s situation is better than initially feared, reassuring - COURTESY/PHOTO

In Paris Saint-Germain's 1-1 draw with FC Lorient, 20-year-old Désiré Doué suffered his second major injury of the year. The France international departed the stadium on crutches after being taken off on a stretcher halfway through the first half. 

The Frenchman may actually miss several months of activity, as L'Équipe stated that Doué's absence will be measured in "weeks at least." Since then, the club has acknowledged that he has a right thigh injury. He will be out of play for a few weeks, PSG indicated, and they would provide further information after the international break.

An early comeback before the year's end?


But according to Fabrice Hawkins, Doué's injuries may not be as severe as initially thought. There is some optimism that he will return in 2025, possibly in December. In the event that he does not, he is expected to resume operations in January 2026.

BARCELONA CONFIRM SPOTIFY CAMP NOU REOPENING DATE FOR NOVEMBER

Barcelona's long-awaited return to the Spotify Camp Nou is imminent. The club expects the final license in mid-November, potentially allowing them to host Athletic Club on November 22nd for a historic homecoming after over a year away.

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Spotify Camp Nou prepares for fan return this November - Image via FC Barcelona

Barcelona has been looking forward to the day they may return to the Spotify Camp Nou ever since they left in June 2023. The club has set dates for returning home for the majority of the past 12 months, but none of them have been met as of yet. However, this could be about to change.

The Spotify Camp Nou can now accommodate games with up to 27,000 spectators after Barcelona's recent acquisition of the first occupancy license for phase 1A. Despite this, it was agreed that they would not return until they acquired the license for phase 1B, which would enable an additional 45,000 spectators to watch games. In the interim, it would be more cost-effective to play at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.

Barcelona's match against Elche this weekend at Montjuic may be their last La Liga match there. According to Sport, the club anticipates that between November 12 and 15, it will obtain the required license from the Barcelona City Council.

Barcelona has set dates for a potential comeback.


According to the source, a return next weekend is also feasible, although if this is the case, Barcelona would be able to play Athletic Club at the Spotify Camp Nou on November 22. On the 29th, which also marks the 126th anniversary of the club's founding, the Catalans play Alaves, providing an opportunity for a more elaborate celebration.

Although games should soon be able to be played in the famous stadium, it was recently reported that Barcelona plans to hold an open training session at the Spotify Camp Nou in preparation for their trip to Celta Vigo the following weekend.

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