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PADDY LANE was carried off on a stretcher and given a RED CARD following a nasty 50-50 challenge in Fleetwood Town’s clash with Gillingham.Lane was given his marching orders in the 71st minute of the 0-0 draw after recklessly going in for a tackle with Charlie Kelman.
Kelnman and Lane both went in dangerously for their 50-50 challenge
Both men were given their marching orders – with Lane being sent off as he was stretcheredCredit: Prime Media
Kelman appeared to be the more hurt of the two, rolling around in agony while Lane lay motionless on the pitch.
After much deliberation and waiting for Kelman to get to his feet, referee James Linnington sent off the 20-year-old.
Linnington waited a few moments before dismissing Lane, who was shown his red before being stretched off the pitch.
Footie fans were quick to comment on the nasty challenge after the footage hit social media, with one saying: “Both players apparently got a red for this?
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“First time I’ve ever seen something like this from what I can remember.”
Another said: “Looking at it back I think in fairness to the ref he’s got it right.
“Don’t think there’s any intent to hurt, but both players are out of control and over the ball.”
And another said: “Double red is the right decision.”
One remarked: “He sent them both off and gave a free-kick to Gillingham lol.”
The stalemate at the Priestfield Stadium did little to help either side’s bids to beat the League One drop, with the Gills still a solitary point clear of 21st-placed Cod Army.
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Fleetwood will be back in action on Saturday afternoon, welcoming AFC Wimbledon to Highbury Stadium.
Gillingham will also be in action on Saturday, travelling to Fratton Park to take on Portsmouth.
FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS – BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS MoreJAKE PAUL has revealed his biggest boxing payday and laid out the plan for his next fight. The YouTuber-turned boxer has reaped the financial rewards of his polarising prizefighting career since debuting in 2020.
Jake Paul opened up about his biggest boxing paydayCredit: YouTube @fullsendpodcast
Just a year later, he made £30million over three fights and featured in Forbes’ sporting rich list.
And incredibly, he made that same sum in just one night despite suffering his first ever defeat, at the hands of Tommy Fury in February.
Asked on NELK Boys podcast what his highest purse was, Paul replied: “It’s close to $30million. Tommy Fury (fight.)”
The celebrity boxing duo spent the best part of two years feuding before they finally settled the score in the ring.
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Fury, 24, was twice forced to pull out prior to his win due to a rib injury and US visa issue.
And Paul, 26, believes the dragged out rivalling helped contribute to the box office success with over 800,000 pay-per-views sold.
He said: “I think just the timing of everything in fights like that make the most sense.
“It was like two undefeated, young prospects putting it all on the line. His brother’s the heavyweight champion of the world.
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“Family versus family, the beef. There was two fights before it that were supposed to happen that we did all the promotion that he pulled out of.
“So there was all that built-in promo. Tons of legends attended the fight [Cristiano] Ronaldo being there. So it just turned into this massive event.”
Paul snubbed a rematch to instead return with a victory over Nate Diaz, 38, in August with Fury now fighting KSI, 30, on Saturday.
And the American revealed his next bout could come against another professional boxer even if the opposition is less known.
Paul revealed: “I’m looking at some pro boxers.
“Because I want to take this more traditional boxing route of moving up into the rankings, fighting professionals and taking the route to become world champion like a prospect of my calibre.
“So we’re looking at some pro boxers and they’re not going to be big names by any means.”
Asked if that comes with risk, Paul said: “I want to be world champion, though. And there’s risk, for sure.
“But, for me I want to challenge myself, continue to grow in this sport and get to the top of it, from a skill level, 100 per cent that’s my goal.”
Jake Paul is in talks to fight a pro boxer nextCredit: Getty MoreTOMMY FURY is set for an awkward reunion with KSI and Darren Till when brother Roman fights Chase DeMoor. Tommy controversially beat KSI on points in October 2023 and pulled out of his return bout against Till set for January. Tommy Fury is set for an awkward reunion with KSI and Darren TillCredit: InstagramKSI returns in Manchester on March 29Credit: SplashRoman Fury fights Chase DeMoor on the undercardCredit: Instagram / ChaseDeMoorBut he could be about to run into the pair after it was announced his brother Roman will take on American DeMoor on the Misfits 21 card. Headlining is KSI against rival Dillon Danis with Till facing ex-UFC star Darren Stewart on the undercard. Roman will be making his Misfits debut and will expectedly be cornered by dad John and 10-0 Tommy. A back and forth started after Roman, 28, posted on Instagram: “This fool is finally getting put to sleep.”READ MORE IN BOXINGDeMoor, who starred on Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle, replied: “I’m shivering in my boots egg head.” Tommy, 25, also commented: “Easy work.” But DeMoor, 28, jibed: “Your ex gf easy work buddy.” A reference to Tommy’s break-up with Molly-Mae Hague. Roman is 4-0 in his career with DeMoor having four wins, four losses and one no-contest. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTommy beat KSI and underwent hand surgery afterwards before a scheduled return against Till. But after Till threatened to KICK the 2019 Love Islander in the head, he pulled out of the bout. Tommy still has not got a comeback fight lined up while KSI, 31, and Till, 32, will return on the same card. Darren Till returns on Misfits 21Credit: Getty More
BORUSSIA DORTMUND youngster Youssoufa Moukoko reportedly wants to join Barcelona.But the cash-strapped Spaniards can only afford to sign him on a free in the summer.
Barcelona want to sign Borussia Dortmund and Germany ace Youssoufa MoukokoCredit: Getty
That raises the possibility of Dortmund selling elsewhere in January to avoid losing him for free.
There is reported to be interest from both Chelsea and Liverpool.
The Blues are even claimed to have submitted a contract proposal to Moukoko.
However, the 18-year-old is ready to join Barcelona, according to Sport.
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Moukoko is out of contract at the end of the season and free to sign a pre-contract agreement with another club in January.
He is alleged to have rejected Dortmund’s offer of a new deal and is prioritising a switch to the Nou Camp.
But Barca have made it clear to him that they will only sign him for free in the summer.
They are unable to bid for him in January, and also won’t be able to match the personal terms offered by Premier League clubs in the summer.
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If Dortmund are resigned to losing Moukoko, they would rather part ways with him in January in order to receive a transfer fee.
Although signing a new deal at Dortmund has also not yet been ruled out after Moukoko hit out at claims that he turned down an offer.
Barcelona are claimed to be in advanced negotiations with the teenager, but reportedly need the teenager to compromise on wage demands.
Moukoko’s representatives are allegedly demanding £6.1million-a-year for the striker, which works out at £117,000-a-week.
Barca are not willing to match that figure, which could see another team swoop in January. MoreWEST HAM’S explosive new Squad Goals documentary has provided a unique insight into the passion and character of the club’s captain – Gilly Flaherty.
Fascinating behind-the-scenes footage shows the Hammers skipper issuing her teammates TWO rousing team-talks during and after their 5-0 loss to Manchester City last season.5
Gilly Flaherty delivers inspiring team-talks throughout the new Squad Goals documentary Credit: West Ham United FC
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The Hammers skipper urged her teammates to “fight for the badge on their chest”Credit: West Ham United FC
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The eye opening documentary follows the players’ highs and lows throughout their second season in the WSL Credit: West Ham United FC
The fly-on-the-wall BBC Three documentary follows West Ham during a bombshell season last term in the Women’s Super League.
The cameras capture all of the players’ struggles on and off the pitch, including their battles with mental health, relationships, paying rent, and overcoming a global pandemic.“You work, you graft, you fight for the badge on your chest and if you aint prepared to do that then tell the manager and leave the team.”
Gilly FlahertyIn episode two, there are fireworks when the Hammers travel to the Academy Stadium to face top dogs City.
West Ham are a goal down within ten minutes, and the hosts pummel them with two more before the break – prompting Flaherty to deliver an inspiring half-time speech.The Southwark born ace, 29, can be heard saying: “The reason it’s not working is because we’re all to quick to turn around and moan at each other,
“No one here is a princess, no one here is a prima donna.5
The series offers an unfiltered glimpse into life for staff and players, including Alisha Lehmann (left) and Jacynta Galabadaarachchi (right)
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Squad Goals follows up Britain’s Youngest Football boss, which shadowed then 18-year-old managing director Jack Sullivan (left)
“You work, you graft, you fight for the badge on your chest and if you aint prepared to do that then tell Matt Beard and leave the team.”
City fire two more goals past the Hammers and Flaherty gives her teammates another emotional dressing down after the final whistle.The former Chelsea and Arsenal star is so passionate she is even forced to fight back to tears in the eye-opening documentary.
She continues by saying: “It’s obvious to see people are unhappy, pack your bags and go.
“Because it’s embarrassing, it happened last year, and it’s happening this year now,
“You’re not bigger than this club. And if it weren’t for the manager, half of you wouldn’t be here.”
Squad Goals follows up Britain’s Youngest Football boss, which shadowed then 18-year-old managing director Jack Sullivan.
In episode five, Flaherty, shows her vulnerable side by opening up about her past struggles with mental health.
The inspiring defender reveals her previous battles with depression, anxiety and even suicidal thoughts in front of the entire squad and staff.
BBC Three’s Squad Goals is available as a boxset on iPlayer now More