The National announce special Manchester show for this summer

“It doesn’t feel like five years ago, in some ways that feels like another life".

Sam Fender has announced details of an intimate charity show that he’ll play in Newcastle next month.The ‘Seventeen Going Under’ artist will return to his native north east on May 24 for a special gig at Newcastle’s O2 City Hall, marking the first time that he will have played live at the 2600-capacity venue.The show will raise money for North East Homeless, who provide support to those who are vulnerable and homeless in the north east of England, as well as food and emergency equipment at street outreach sessions.Fender, who is a patron of the charity, dedicated his BRIT Award for Alternative/Rock Act to the organisation back in February.This is going to be next level. Newcastle get ready, I’m coming to you for a special intimate gig at the @O2CityHall on 24th May.

A pre-trial hearing has taken place ahead of Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy's rape trial.

Gary Neville believes Manchester United have just a two per cent chance at best of defeating Liverpool on Tuesday.

The Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police has admitted the force were "borderline incompetent" in their handling of the Rochdale grooming gangs.

Cristiano Ronaldo will miss Manchester United's game with Liverpool tonight after the death of one of his newborn twins. "Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time," Manchester United said in a statement on the club's website. "As such, we can confirm that he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening and we underline the family's request for privacy.

Manchester United fans want Ralf Rangnick to make a big call in midfield against Liverpool this evening, and leave Paul Pogba out of his line-up.

Ralf Rangnick may look to make two changes to the side that defeated Norwich City in Tuesday's trip to Anfield.

The Killers have announced details of a tiny gig in Sheffield next month ahead of their 2022 UK stadium tour – see details below and get your tickets here.Brandon Flowers and co. are set to head across the country this summer in support of their albums ‘Pressure Machine’ and ‘Imploding The Mirage’.That tour begins in Doncaster on May 24, with dates following in Bristol, Southampton, London and beyond.Ahead of the tour, the band have now announced an intimate warm-up show at the O2 Academy in Sheffield, set for May 17.Tickets for the new show go on sale this Thursday (April 14) at 10am BST.

Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has named his starting line-up for Manchester United's Premier League showdown with relegation-threatened Everton at Goodison Park this lunchtime.

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick believes it would be a "nice idea" if a stop-clock system was introduced to the football laws to try and increase the amount of time that the ball is actually in play - but has conceded that it is unlikely.

Manchester United favourite Louis Saha reckons the jury will be out on Erik ten Hag until he brings silverware back to Old Trafford. United have not won a trophy for coming up five seasons as they prepare to appoint the Ajax coach as their next permanent manager.

Luke Shaw agrees with Manchester United target Declan Rice about what playing at Old Trafford means. England teammates Shaw and Rice went head-to-head at the iconic venue in January and the West Ham captain attracted widespread attention for his post-match comments.

The Clash are set to release a special edition of their classic album ‘Combat Rock’, NME can exclusively announce.Released in May 1982 as the final album from The Clash line-up of of Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon and Topper Headon, ‘Combat Rock’ was the punk icon’s highest-selling and highest-charting album in both the UK and US – featuring the likes of ‘Should I Stay Or Should I Go’, ‘Rock The Casbah’, ‘Straight To Hell’ and ‘Know Your Rights’.Now, a special edition of the album will arrive next month. Entitled ‘Combat Rock / The People’s Hall’, the original record now comes with 12 additional tracks compiled by the surviving members of The Clash.Not only that, but the band’s collaborations with the late Ranking Roger will receive their first ever official release within a separate two-track EP.

Father John Misty has announced a series of headline UK and European tour dates for 2023 – buy tickets here.The tour will take place in support of the singer-songwriter’s upcoming fifth studio album, ‘Chloë And The Next 20th Century’, which comes out this Friday (April 8) via Sub Pop/Bella Union.Misty (real name Joshua Tillman) will head out on a North American tour this summer; the European shows begin on February 25, 2023 in Oslo, Norway at Sentrum Scene and end March 17 at the at O2 Apollo Manchester. The UK leg includes a headline date at O2 Academy Brixton.Pre-sale tickets go on sale Wednesday at 10am local time; general tickets go on sale Friday (April 8) at 10am – get them here.

Gareth Taylor hailed Chloe Kelly’s strength of character as she returned from long-term injury to help Manchester City ease to a 2-0 win over West Ham.

The National have announced dates for their 2022 North American tour. Tickets will be available here.“We are excited to finally share our full tour itinerary for summer 2022,” the National said.“The last couple years have given us ample time for reflection and rejuvenation. Summer 2022 is a time for reunion.