Man Utd ban 685 season-ticket holders over touting; Hall signs Newcastle deal

Manchester United have banned 685 season-ticket holders as part of a crackdown on ticket touting. The club confirmed the sanction, which is one of the largest of its kind in the Premier League. Separately, Lewis Hall has agreed a long-term deal at Newcastle. The defender commits his future to the club after establishing himself in the side. Both stories lead the football news ahead of the weekend's action.