Manchester United players have been affected by the uncertainty surrounding manager Erik ten Hag's job after the team's disappointing draw with Aston Villa. The Dutchman has received heavy criticism after United's worst-ever Premier League start and reports have surfaced that he was given two games - against Porto and Aston Villa - to save his job. However, Evans admits that ten Hag had an "emotional" reaction to the midweek draw and the players have been working hard to turn their form around. Despite this, Evans himself put in a strong performance in Sunday's game against Villa, earning himself the man-of-the-match award. The question now is whether United should sack ten Hag - share your thoughts in the comments.
Manchester City defeated Manchester United in the Community Shield on penalties after a tightly contested match that ended in a 1-1 draw. United's new signing from City, Jadon Sancho, missed his penalty while ex-United player Jonny Evans also failed to convert his. City's Bernardo Silva equalized late in the game to force a penalty shootout after United's Alejandro Garnacho scored the opening goal. The match also saw a reunion between Ten Hag and Sancho after their public fallout last year.
On day two of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Team GB put on an impressive performance with two medals won. Adam Peaty, who was aiming to become only the second male swimmer after Michael Phelps to win the same event at three consecutive Olympics, was unable to secure a gold medal in the men's 100m breaststroke, finishing instead with a silver. This was one of the two medals won by Team GB, with Kimberley Woods also taking home a bronze in the women's kayak final. Their performance, along with other standout performances such as Andy Murray and Dan Evans' dramatic comeback win in the men's doubles, made for an eventful Sunday at the Olympics.
Hailie Jade, the iconic rapper's only biological child, has recently tied the knot with her long-time love Evan McClintock in a luxurious ceremony. The social media influencer has a huge following with her podcast gaining popularity under the name "Just A Little Shady". Fans are getting to know more about Eminem's family life as he shares a special dance with his daughter during her fairytale wedding, giving fans a rare glimpse into their close relationship.
Amid rumors of retiring at the end of the season, Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans still has "a few miles in the tank", according to his international manager Michael O'Neill. The 36-year-old rejoined Manchester United on a one-year deal in September and has made 24 appearances this season, starting in 14 of them. O'Neill also reveals that he has had discussions with Evans about retirement, but respects whatever decision he makes. Despite the congested football calendar, O'Neill believes Evans brings a lot to both club and country.
With a goal of creating a more immersive and personalized user experience, Snap Inc. plans to increase investments in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. This move comes after the company's CEO acknowledged falling behind in this area, which has reflected in its business performance. The new investments will also cater to the company's advertising partners, as Snap aims to show the right ads to the right users at the right time, while ensuring privacy and improved performance.
As the January transfer window approaches, three big Turkish clubs have made contact with Atletico Madrid for the potential signing of Rafael Marin. However, Real Madrid are also showing interest in the defender, which could result in a dilemma for the Spanish club. Marin has been a highly sought after player, with Manchester United's Jonny Evans also recently joining the fray.
As the Italian Open gears up, tennis fans are ready to witness some intense showdowns with top players like Rafael Nadal, qualifier Carlos Alcaraz, and defending champion Danil Medvedev. However, with Nadal facing a possible last appearance in Rome, all eyes will be on the 37-year-old as he aims to clinch an unprecedented 11th title at the Italian Open. The draw has set up potential clashes between Nadal and seventh seed Hubert Hurkacz, while Medvedev faces a tough path to defend his crown after emotional exits from Madrid.
Cleveland dominates Orlando once again with a 2-0 lead in the first round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs. The fourth-seeded Cavaliers will try to extend their winning streak and increase their series lead to 3-0 as they go on the road to face the Magic in Game 3 at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Star players Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, and Darius Garland led the charge for the Cavs with a balanced offensive performance in the first two games. Will they continue their dominance in Orlando? Watch Game 3 live on NBA TV or stream it online.
In the latest episode of The Athletic's Walk On podcast, hosts James Pearce and Andy Jones are joined by Tony Evans to discuss Liverpool's upcoming match against Everton and the impact of Trent Alexander-Arnold's return. The panel also discusses the possibility of Ruben Amorim replacing David Moyes at West Ham, and his previous links to taking over at Anfield. To catch all the latest updates and discussions, make sure to subscribe to The Athletic using their latest discount code.