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Jessica Fullalove will jet out to Nanjing for the second summer Youth Olympic Games between August 16 and 28 believing a medal is well within her grasp.

United notched up five wins from five fixtures against top quality opponents – one victory on penalties – as they displayed a togetherness not seen for some time.

After just 16 appearances for City following his 20xx move from Everton, where he played 85 games as a teenager, Rodwell’s career appeared to be heading the wrong way.

The news was delivered last night by Hill after deciding it was a natural choice to select Lancashire who had already gained sound experience as a skipper.

Former Arsenal and France midfielder Vieira, who had a brief FA Cup-winning stint at City before he hung up his boots, took charge of the EDS (Elite Development Squad) in 2013.

Rooney scored five goals in five games on United’s tour of the USA, as they defeated Liverpool 3-1 in the International Champions Cup final to cap a fine first fortnight under Van Gaal.

Over the weekend the back pages were filled with the revelation that ex-Chelsea star Frank Lampard will be signing on loan until January before heading back to New York City FC to prepare for the start of the MLS season in March.

The Blues have spent the day getting themselves ready to grace the Wembley catwalk in style, being measured and prepped ahead of the big day

The Dutchman has overseen a successful pre-season tour, tracking up wins against Los Angeles Galaxy, Roma, Inter Milan and Real Madrid

Salford City have been in the eighth tier of English football since the 2008/09 season, and with the takeover there is now a real feeling that they can begin to make a genuine push through the divisions

They used to chant his name in football stadiums across the UK and Europe, but now City fans will have to decide whether to open their arms to the player or shun him from their history.