The Daily Football Briefing

Manchester United continue Cup defence, Everton's possible points deduction, and 2034 World Cup decided

Could a Cup win ease the heat on Erik Ten Hag? Mark Critchley previews their increasingly more vital match against Newcastle United in the League Cup.
Will Everton be on the end of a 12-point deduction? Paddy Boyland brings us up to date with the Toffees' situation.
Do we need to pencil in another winter World Cup in Saudi Arabia? Matt Slater has the details from Tuesday's announcement.

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