JJ Gabriel appears in Manchester United’s newly released team photograph, but BBC Sport reports that the teenager has asked to leave. United still hold his registration and have sought to resolve the dispute.
Northern Ireland remain top of Group B2 after a goalless draw, with their unbeaten start extending to four matches.
England assistant coach Anthony Barry says a less rigid attacking structure is giving Jude Bellingham greater freedom. He cautioned that the early evidence remains limited despite the 7-0 win over Croatia.
Sean Lynn has selected 30 players for Wales’ Japan tour, including Nel Metcalfe and uncapped props Stella Orrin and Crystal James. Alex Callender and Kate Williams remain co-captains.
Cam Crabtree edged world number one Luke Littler 6-5 to reach the World Youth Championship final against Jan Schmidt. The result ended Littler’s bid to hold the senior and youth world titles simultaneously.
The Cadillac driver is travelling by bike between Grands Prix, with Thursday media duties awaiting him in Singapore.
