Covid-19 cases still high in Manchester hotspots as city's infection rate falls

What do you think? Have your say in our c omments section. Click here to join in the conversation... Mary Robinson, Conservative MP for Cheadle, described a 'borough by borough basis' as the right way forward, adding: "I'll continue to argue for this approach and that provisions are in place for our hospital to manage both Covid and winter pressures."Mr Wragg agrees, arguing that, although rates in Stockport are still high, they have dropped by a third in the last week - bolstering the case for

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer is happy to see Bruno Fernandes demand more from his Manchester United teammates and wants to see the rest of his squad follow the same example.Fernandes dishing out telling offs to teammates during games have become as common as the Portuguese playmaker scoring goals since his arrival from Sporting Lisbon in January.The 26-year-old has exacting standards and isn't afraid to tell his colleagues when they don't meet them, but that's a

straight to your inbox every day for freeNani says Manchester United's Portuguese connections played a big role in convincing him to join the club in 2007.United strengthened their attacking options when they lured Nani from Sporting Lisbon 13 years ago, with the winger winning a Premier League and Champions League double in his debut campaign.Nani won 12 trophies in total during his spell at Old Trafford, even being named in the PFA Team of the Year as United won the Premier League trophy in

straight to your inbox every day for freeDimitar Berbatov says Bruno Fernandes still needs to work on the defensive side of his game.The midfielder has been superb since joining Manchester United in January and in midweek scored a brace to help the Reds to a 4-1 win over Istanbul Basaksehir.On another day, the 26-year-old may have had a hat-trick but he opted to pass up the opportunity to take a penalty, instead letting Marcus Rashford score from the spot.Yet Berbatov says the Portuguese star

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The Borussia Dortmund forward has addressed his situation at the German club, after scoring just his third goal of the season in Tuesday night's 3-0 Champions League win over Club Brugge. Sancho is yet to find the net in the Bundesliga for Dortmund this term, with the club's sporting director Michael Zorc and manager Lucien Favre both expressing concerns over his form.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United returned to Champions League action on Tuesday as they recorded a 4-1 victory over Turkish champions Istanbul Basaksehir.United lost to Basaksehir earlier in November but avenged that defeat at Old Trafford, as Bruno Fernandes' brace plus goals from Marcus Rashford and Daniel James ensured United moved onto nine points at the top of Group H.There were a couple of concerns regarding injuries on the night, though, as Victor Lindelof was

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United legend Paul Scholes believes Mason Greenwood will become the club's best finisher as his game progresses over time, while Rio Ferdinand drew similarities between the teenager and Ruud van Nistelrooy.Greenwood impressed after coming on in United's 4-1 Champions League victory over Istanbul Basaksehir on Tuesday evening.The comfortable win against the Turkish champions - who won the reverse fixture 2-1 earlier this month - puts Ole Gunnar

straight to your inbox every day, freeManchester United supporters have been reacting to Bruno Fernandes' stunning opening goal in the Champions League clash with Istanbul Basaksehir. It took just seven minutes for United to break the deadlock against the Turkish outfit - who beat them 2-1 earlier in the month.

Covid-19 hotspot in Chadderton Central, Oldham, it increased by 15 per cent and the neighbourhood recorded an infection rate of 704.9 per 100,000 in a week.

straight to your inbox every day, freeManchester United turn their attention back to the Champions League this week as they take on Istanbul Basaksehir.United will be out to avenge their shock 2-1 defeat in Turkey last time out in Group H.

straight to your inbox every day, freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer has named Demba Ba and Martin Skrtel as two Istanbul Basaksehir players Manchester United should be wary of in tonight's Champions League game.Ba's goal in the first game between the two sides in Turkey set Basaksehir on course for a 2-1 win over United, as Solskjaer's side suffered their first group stage defeat.

straight to your inbox every day, free Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has suggested Dean Henderson is in line for more playing time beyond Manchester United's Champions League visit of Istanbul Basaksehir on Tuesday night. The MEN understands Henderson expects to start against Basaksehir after Solskjaer informed him he was set to play in both legs against the Turkish champions.

follow our blog.Coronavirus case rates in England are levelling out and may be starting to drop, according to a leading scientist.Professor Neil Ferguson, of Imperial College London, told the Guardian infection rates appear to be “plateauing” and may be starting to go down slowly.But he warned social restrictions may need to remain in large parts of England when the national lockdown ends on December 2 to stop levels rebounding immediately.Health secretary Matt Hancock said transmission levels

straight to your inbox every day, freeBarcelona and Real Madrid are keen on signing Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United at the end of the season, according to reports.The Portugal midfielder has quickly become a firm favourite at Old Trafford since his arrival last January and has been one of the club's top-performers ever since.Previous links with a move to Spain were continuously mentioned during his time with Sporting Lisbon and, rather unsurprisingly, the rumours have emerged once again.

coronavirus infections show that Oldham is fifth place in England when it comes to rates of new cases.

Stockport now has the lowest coronavirus infection rate in Greater Manchester -and falling - but some ‘hotspots’ are still a cause for concern.The latest figures show that the borough’s infection rate dropped by 17pc to 337 case per 100,000 people during the week to November 11.It has sparked hopes that it could soon fall below the national average, which currently stands at 270.But while the signs are highly encouraging - areas such as Bramhall South and Woodford and Hazel Grove West are

Rochdale’s coronavirus infection rate is starting to fall - but not in every area of the borough.Public Health England figures for the week to November 11 show a drop of 12pc - taking the overall rate to 541 cases per 100,000 people.While still the second highest in Greater Manchester - and double the average for England - it is welcome news for the area.However, positive cases were still on the rise in some parts of the borough over the rolling seven day period.Wardleworth and Newbold Brow is

The Ammies succumbed to a 2-0 defeat when Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign on Friday evening on a match shown live on Sky Sports.It was Wellens' first game in charge of Salford in League Two and his third match at the helm of the Ammies in all competitions since moving to the Peninsula Stadium from League One Swindon Town.