Main news in English football from 30th November

Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has hit back at a "disrespectful" claim that his only remaining ambition is to win the Ballon d'Or more times than Lionel Messi. Michael Carrick will stay in charge of Manchester United for their clash against Arsenal this week as interim manager Ralf Rangnick awaits his work visa. Pep Guardiola said that Manchester City are dealing with an injury "emergency" as the wounded Premier League champions limp into the hectic December schedule. The 14th Premier League matchday started today and Newcastle drew at home against Norwich. Ciaran Clark was shown the red card in the 9th minute. The match between Leeds and Palace ended 1-0.