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Manchester United confirmed the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as manager on Friday, effective November 18, replacing Michael Carrick. The Argentine will be released from his obligations with the United States national team through an agreement between the club and the US Football Association.
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United Arab Emirates defeated Honduras 3-1 in a friendly on Friday at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, with the Emirati side preparing for the 2027 Asian Cup in December. Coach Zlatkovic used the match to test tactical approaches ahead of upcoming commitments.Saudi Arabia defeated South Korea 3-2 in a friendly on Friday in Doha, with goals from Marwan Al-Sahafi, Mohammed Kanno, and Abdulillah Al-Amri. The victory marked Saudi Arabia's first win over South Korea since August 2005 in World Cup qualification.Egypt will face Malawi on Friday evening in Round 3 of African Cup of Nations qualification at Cairo International Stadium, marking the first match for new coach Ali Maher. The broadcast will air on local free channel On Sport as well as beIN Sports 2 HD.Morocco hosts Niger on Friday at Mohammed V Stadium in Round 3 of African Cup of Nations qualification as Morocco seeks to maintain its group lead. The match will be broadcast live on beIN Sports 1 HD.Tunisia plays Libya on Friday at Taib Mhiri Stadium in Sfax in Round 3 of African Cup of Nations qualification, with both nations seeking their first victory of the qualifying campaign.Portugal will honour Cristiano Ronaldo during Saturday's Nations League match against Denmark in Braga, with squad members wearing shirts bearing his number 7 as a tribute following his international retirement.What to Watch:
UFC 334 takes place early Sunday from Madison Square Garden in New York, with two title fights headlined by heavyweight champion Cyril Gane defending against undefeated challenger Ion Kutaische, and the return of Amanda Nunes competing for the women's featherweight title. The event streams live on STARZPLAY for Middle East and North Africa audiences from 6:00 a.m. UAE time.
Spain faces England on Sunday in Nations League play with Lamin Yamal returning to the Spanish squad after recovering from knee discomfort, alongside Mikel Oyarzabal's return from paternity leave.