Main news from English football on October 18th 2024

On the day when Arne Slot warned against snap judgements as Liverpool prepare for testing week, Newcastle's Howe said he was not contacted by FA for England job, Arteta said Arsenal captain Odegaard was nearing return. Meanwhile, we looked at three talking points from the Premier League, Tottenham boss Postecoglou was not shaken by 'Spursy' comments, Ten Hag slammed 'fairy tales and lies' from media over Man Utd manager position, Enzo Maresca said he is 'very happy' with start of Chelsea career. Elsewhere, it was reported that Nottingham Forest boss Nuno was hit with three-game ban, Pep Guardiola said 'part of me will leave' when Begiristain quits City, and Guardiola said that England boss Thomas Tuchel deserves full support.