Ajer scores late equaliser as Brentford hold United

Kristoffer Ajer scored in the ninth minute of injury time as Brentford snatched a dramatic draw against Manchester United in a thrilling finish at the Gtech Community Stadium. The equaliser came three minutes after Mason Mount thought he had snatched the win for the visitors with his first United goal. But they could not hold on for victory and a draw damages the Red Devils’ hopes of qualifying for next season’s Champions League.

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Xabi Alonso to stay at Bayer Leverkusen amid Liverpool interest

Xabi Alonso says he will remain in his role as Bayer Leverkusen manager next season as he believes the club is the “right place” to be as a young coach. The Spaniard had been heavily linked with the manager’s job at Liverpool since Jurgen Klopp said he would stand down at the end of the season. “I am convinced it is the right decision, I am happy,” said Alonso.

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Nottingham Forest lodge appeal against points deduction

Nottingham Forest have lodged an appeal against their four-point deduction for breaching Premier League profit and sustainability rules, the club has confirmed. An independent commission found Forest’s losses to 2022-23 breached the threshold of £61m by £34.5m. The loss of points has placed Forest into the relegation zone in 18th place, one point behind Luton Town.

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Premier League charge Leicester over spending breach

Leicester City have been charged by the Premier League with allegedly breaking spending rules during their last three seasons in the top flight. Leicester have been referred to an independent commission for breaching profit and sustainability rules (PSR) and failing to submit audited finances. If found guilty the Championship high-flyers could face a points deduction.

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Nottingham Forest docked four points for financial rules breach

Nottingham Forest have been docked four points for breaching the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules. The deduction drops Forest into the Premier League’s relegation zone, leaving them 18th with nine games to play. Forest admitted a breach by £34.5million above their permitted threshold of £61million.

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