ROBERTO DE ZERBI could miss tomorrow night’s clash with Manchester United due to illness.The Brighton boss is at home unwell and while the Seagulls are hopeful he will be able to be on the touchline at The Amex it is not clear at this stage.
Roberto De Zerbi has Brighton playing great football and chasing a place in Europe in the final weeks of the seasonCredit: Rex
De Zerbi cancelled his usual pre-match press conference ahead of the Manchester United game, which was set to take place on Wednesday afternoon.
With the Italian at home recuperating, his assistant and housemate Andrea Maldera will take training.
Should De Zerbi miss the game, it will not be the first time his side have had to play without their manager barking from the technical area.
The former Sassuolo boss has already been given a touchline ban twice this season, with the Seagulls getting on fine with their boss in the stands.
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De Zerbi, 43, watched his side smash West Ham 4-0 from the stands for his first ban while the second time around they beat Grimsby 5-0 in the FA Cup.
Should Maldera have to take charge from the sidelines once again, De Zerbi has full confidence in the 51-year-old.

Asked about his assistant leading the way for the West Ham game in March, De Zerbi said: “Andrea is a very important assistant for me.
“We are living together. We stay together from 8.30 (in the morning) until ten in the evening. We are like a family.”
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Victory over Manchester United would see the Seagulls jump to sixth in the table as they continue their pursuit of a Europa League finish.
It also gives them a chance to get revenge on the Red Devils after last month’s FA Cup semi-final defeat on penalties.
De Zerbi has made a big impact since replacing Graham Potter in September and has already guided Brighton to 52 points, one more than last season with seven games remaining. More

NONI Madueke sparked bizarre scenes during Chelsea’s clash with Aston Villa.The Blues welcomed Aston Villa to Stamford Bridge in the FA Cup fourth round.
Noni Madueke was forced into a change of boots after bringing Chelsea’s clash to a haltCredit: Voetbal
There were initially injury fears when he went down clutching his footCredit: Voetbal
The two teams battled out a goalless first half, but the action came to a standstill shortly after the break due to a wardrobe malfunction.
Madueke was spotted on the turf calling to the bench while holding his left boot in the 56th minute.
However, despite fears that the 21-year-old winger had suffered an injury, it was due to a much more stranger problem.
It emerged that one of the England U21 international’s boots had in fact broken.
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And that left Chelsea staff scrambling to quickly bring him a new pair in order for him to return to action as play continued while he sorted out his issue.
The sight of him changing his footwear was actually a welcome relief to both boss Mauricio Pochettino and fans amid their initial injury concerns.
That was after they suffered a huge blow in the warm-up to the game.
Poch was forced into a late reshuffle against Villa after Levi Colwill hurt himself before kick-off.
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The defender had been named left-back in the starting XI but pulled up and was later spotted limping down the tunnel.
Despite having Ben Chilwell on the bench, he instead opted to draft in highly-rated youngster Alfie Gilchrist.
Chelsea will now be sweating over Colwill’s fitness ahead of Wednesday’s trip to Liverpool. More

RODRI has won it all with Manchester City but he remains one of the most humble footballers around.He could claim Euros glory with Spain as he continues to uphold his reputation as one of the best midfielders in the world.Rodri has maintained a humble lifestyle despite being one of the best players in the worldCredit: GettyHe and girlfriend Laura Iglesias prefer to lead a private lifestyleCredit: GettyThe couple met at universityCredit: MANCHESTER CITYLast season Rodri broke the record for the longest unbeaten streak in European football history, with 74 games, before City were beaten by Real Madrid.His performances have led to Ballon d’Or tips, having finished fifth in the voting for the award last year.But Rodri, 28, has remained grounded and enjoys a modest lifestyle, keeping his personal life, including his relationship with Laura Iglesias, away from the public eye.The Spaniard signed for City for £63million in 2019 and is now believed to earn a staggering £220,000-a-week, but he has opted not to adopt an extravagant lifestyle.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLInstead, he has driven old cars and combined his football career with studying at university, all the while staying off social media.Ballon boreRodri has arguably been City’s most important player over the last few years.And as a world class player in a world class team, it is unsurprising the midfielder has been touted as a contender to win the Ballon d’Or.Spain team-mate Alvaro Morata claims Rodri would have picked up the gong after winning the Treble last year if he was more marketable.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut Rodri is not bothered about winning the award or the acclaim that comes with it.He explained in an interview with The Guardian: “I don’t play football for that. Ivan Toney plays Connect Four and reads a book without LOOKING in hilarious England video after his famous penalty”Maybe people would like me to be more marketable and he sometimes says: ‘Mate, you should…’ but I understand football differently. “I know how it works so I don’t get frustrated if [I get overlooked for the award]. If one day someone wants to reward the work, that’s welcome, but it doesn’t bother me at all.”Rodri finished fifth in the voting for the Ballon d’Or last yearCredit: Sunday TimesLiving in uni hallsRodri joined City from Atletico Madrid but began his career at Villarreal where he spent time living in university halls while he was a student.Shunning renting a posh apartment, Rodri lived in a shared space at the Universidad de Castellon in eastern Spain.He studied Business Studies and Economics, and balanced a precarious football career with his degree, never missing a lecture.His friend Valentin Henarejo recalled their time together, telling Marca: “People were shocked when they saw Rodri, who was playing in the top flight but still living at the university residence.”After the first few days of getting to know him, there was normality.”He shared a space with everyone, he liked being with his friends and sitting on the sofa with everyone.”But, of course, at the start it was strange seeing him playing table tennis or doing his washing.”Rodri lived in halls at uni despite being a professional footballerCredit: X @THURBRUYNEHe earned a degree in Business Studies and EconomicCredit: X @City_ChiefPrivate lifeRodri and his partner Laura like to keep their personal life under wraps – with Laura’s Instagram kept private.Laura is a medical student and is believed to be training to become a surgeon, with the pair meeting at university.Rodri revealed she was confused to see a pro footballer in uni studying, but Laura has now become his biggest supporter and often posts videos of her celebrating her boyfriend’s goals.The four-time Premier League winner revealed he often watches those videos back, saying: “When I get to score, I always have a video of Laura celebrating the goal at home and I always watch it in a locker room.”Laura is studying to be a surgeonCredit: GettyShe has become the midfielder’s biggest fanCredit: GettyModest lifestyleRodri’s stellar performances have led to a big pay rise since his move to the Etihad.But he has turned away from the lavish spending lifestyles favoured by many of his team-mates in favour of a more low-key way of life.When he passed his driver’s test Rodri decided against purchasing a Ferrari or Lamborghini, and instead bought a second-hand Opel Corsa from an elderly lady.His friend Valentin said: “One time he told me that some friends were ‘crazy’ for buying nice cars, all that mattered was that it takes you from A to B and that’s all.”READ MORE SUN STORIESRodri has also stuck to a strict regime during his career with training taking precedence above everything else.It has helped propel him to untouchable status for club and country, with many viewing him as the successor to Spain legend Sergio Busquets.Rodri’s first car was an old Opel Corsa he bought off an elderly lady More

ISAAC CHAMBERLAIN showed off his “battle scars” following an epic fight with Chris Billam-Smith. The cruiserweight was beaten over 12 rounds by Billam-Smith, who retained his European and Commonwealth titles.
Isaac Chamberlain shows off ‘battle scars’ following defeat to Chris Billam-SmithCredit: Instagram / @chamberlain_
Chamberlain was left with a broken orbital bone and a visit to the hospital, where he showed off his battered face online.
He posted: “Battle scars.”
In another post, Chamberlain said: “Broke my orbital bone in round 3 and fought to the end.
“Are you really willing to die for this? I’m built for this I’ll be back.”
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The British pair were hailed for their thriller in Billam-Smith’s hometown of Bournemouth.
And the champion hailed both his head trainer Shane McGuigan and Chamerlain after the memorable matchup.
Billam-Smith, 31, said: “The corner was incredible.
“They knew exactly the right thing to say every time. What an unbelievable fight. Isaac’s a warrior, I knew he was.
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“I knew when to just ease off and go again, and give him a little bit of success, and then I took it away from him and broke his heart.”
Chamberlain, 28, added: “It wasn’t my night. A lot of ring-rust.
“I haven’t done 12 rounds before. But I’ll get back in the gym as soon as possible. This is my first ever 12-rounder, so I will be back.”
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BURNLEY co-owner JJ Watt asked Manchester United legend Roy Keane if he was “smoking weed” when he labelled Erling Haaland a “League Two player” last month.Keane criticised the Manchester City striker following his performance against Arsenal on Easter Sunday.JJ Watt asked Keane if he was “smoking weed”Credit: YouTube/ The OverlapRoy Keane doubled down on his opinion about HaalandCredit: YouTube/ THE OVERLAPHe said: “The levels of his general play is so poor and not just today. I think laying stuff off, headers, whatever it might be. In terms of in front of goal, he’s the best in the world.”But his general play for such a player is so poor. Not just today, he has to improve.”He’s almost like a League Two player, that’s how I look at him. His general play, it has to improve and it will do over the next few years.”Keane’s rant left many football fans stunned, especially given Haaland’s Premier League goalscoring record.Read More on FootballFormer NFL star and Burnley co-owner Watt was also surprised by the United legend’s comments.In the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast, he asked Keane: “League Two striker? Were you smoking weed?”But the former midfielder doubled down on his comments, admitting: “I don’t know what the big deal is, I give Erling Haaland praise every week, I give Manchester City praise, and I think he’s an amazing striker. But his general play is that of a League Two player.”And I’m glad you are not agreeing with me, I don’t expect people to agree with me.‌ His general play, week in, week out is nowhere near good enough. As a goal scorer and a striker, the best – and I said that.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”His link-up play, the way he lays the ball off, sometimes the options he gives his teammates or the options he doesn’t give them – as a striker and a goal scorer the best in the world, but his other play is that of a League Two player.”The game against Arsenal was tough because they did well to contain the whole game, but in general, I don’t think what I said was a big deal. ‘He’s good at it’ – Harry Kane tipped for stunning career change after Bayern Munich and England star retires”He’s a young player and he will improve, and I guarantee you that Pep Guardiola sits with his staff on everything and say that he needs to do more, specifically when he’s not getting of chances or loads of goals.”Man City currently sit third in the Premier League table, one point behind Arsenal and Liverpool.They next face Luton at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. More