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Scotland latest: Clarke urges his squad to soak up atmosphere

The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday’s newspapers…PREMIER LEAGUEManchester United’s impending move for Ederson could be delayed after midfielder was called-up to Brazil’s World Cup squad to replace the injured Wesley -The Mirror Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson – but what can they expect from the Brazilian? Crystal Palace value Adam Wharton at £100m amid interest from Man Utd, Man City and Liverpool -The Sun £100m is also the asking price from Newcastle United for midfielder Sandro Tonali – Gazzetta dello SportDean Henderson…

Thomas Tuchel was frustrated by England’s “freestyle” first-half display against New Zealand as World Cup preparations stepped up with a scrappy 1-0 win in sweltering Florida conditions.Harry Kane scored the only goal just before the break, instinctively steering home a Djed Spence cross at a sparsely-filled Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Tuchel played a different XI in each half in the first of two warm-up games before the tournament and liked more of what he saw from the second half, having been frustrated by some of the players’ earlier approach. Image: Tuchel watched England scrape to a 1-0 win over…

Live Chris Billam-Smith and Ryan Rozicki meet in a huge cruiserweight clash in Bournemouth; Jack Massey faces Cheavon Clarke in chief support bout; watch Billam-Smith vs Rozicki on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Action and Sky One from 7pm on Saturday

England and New Zealand begin three-Test series at Lord’s, ahead of further games at The Kia Oval (June 17) and Trent Bridge (June 25); this is England’s first Test since the 4-1 Ashes thrashing over the winter; Durham opener Emilio Gay makes debut in place of the dropped Zak Crawley

The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers…Premier LeagueEderson is set to be the first of five signings at Manchester United as Michael Carrick looks to bolster his squad with three centre midfielders, a left-back and a striker – The Times Manchester United have paused contract talks with captain Bruno Fernandes but remain relaxed about his future – The Mirror Arsenal believe they will be in pole position if Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers becomes available this summer – The MirrorNottingham Forest have rejected an opening offer from Manchester City for midfielder Elliot Anderson – The Athletic Please use…

Benvenuto Cellini heads the 14 declarations for the Betfred Derby as Aidan O’Brien launches a four-strong assault in search of a record-extending 12th success in the Epsom Classic.The master of Ballydoyle has proved unbeatable on the Surrey Downs in recent years with this year’s contingent attempting to make it four in a row for the Irishman after Auguste Rodin (2023), City Of Troy (2024) and Lambourn’s (2025) respective triumphs. Chester Vase winner Benvenuto Cellini will be joined by stablemates Pierre Bonnard, Action and Christmas Day, with Pierre Bonnard held in the highest regard despite yet to strike this term and…

The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday’s newspapers…Premier LeagueManchester United are confident captain Bruno Fernandes will decide to stay this summer – talkSPORT Aston Villa hope to resist offers for Morgan Rogers this summer amid growing interest from rival clubs, including Arsenal – The Telegraph Chelsea value Enzo Fernandez at £120m amid interest from Real Madrid. The LaLiga side could look to include players in a swap deal, such as reuniting defender Dean Huijsen with former boss Xabi Alonso – Daily MailChelsea are interested in Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers and West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen, although the Hammers insist…

We have a busy day’s racing on Tuesday with action from Newcastle, Southwell and Wolverhampton, live on Sky Sports Racing…5.24 Wolverhampton – Kakirra chases hat-trick in openerThe opening race on Tuesday evening’s card at Wolverhampton sees the in-form Kakirra bid to complete a hat-trick for Ollie Sangster in the Race And Rest At The Holiday Inn Handicap. He has raced only five times, but all of those runs have come within a short period, starting in late February. He was gelded after his second start and, following a disappointing effort at Kempton on his first start, he registered his first…