Premier League latest & team news: Watch Carrick's news conference

Premier League managers are scheduled to hold news conferences on Friday ahead of the November international break. Enzo Maresca stated he does not know why Phil Foden was excluded from the latest England squad, while Chelsea manager Alonso is expected to discuss Cole Palmer, who missed out on selection despite being available. Yahoo Sports also notes that Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa believes uncapped player Josh King has everything required to become one of the best players in the world.

In golf, the Abu Dhabi Championship is continuing at Yas Links as the opening event of the DP World Tour Play-Offs. Francesco Laporta holds a three-shot lead after a bogey-free opening round of 10-under-par 62. Jon Rahm, Sam Bairstow, and Bernd Wiesberger are tied for second place at seven-under, followed by Matthew Jordan and Adrian Meronk at six-under.

Defending champion Aaron Rai opened with a five-under 67. According to Gulf News, Rory McIlroy finished the day eight shots off the lead after receiving a two-shot penalty for improving his ball's lie on the 12th hole.

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