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    F1 Bahrain LIVE RESULTS: Verstappen looks to build on Japanese GP win while Hamilton eyes first triumph – latest updates

    FORMULA ONE returns to Bahrain and the action is unfolding RIGHT NOW!The first three races have seen three different winners, with Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen all taking home a win so far.McLaren’s Norris will be looking for a big response after being unable to overtake Verstappen at Suzuka last time out.Verstappen, however, will be looking to overtake Norris and take the lead of the Drivers’ World Championship.Live stream: NOW TVTV channel: Sky Sports F1Follow ALL the action from Bahrain with our live blog below…Lap 17/57 – Leclerc leads, Hamilton secondNeither Ferrari has pitted yet.As a result, they lead the Bahrain Grand Prix.Piasti is in third with Albon in fourth.Russell currently sits in fifth, with Norris in sixth spot.Copy linkCopiedLap 15/57 – Leclerc leads, Hamilton secondTsunoda comes into the pits and has the same issue.It seems Red Bull’s exit light is not working.That has cost both of their drivers some valuable seconds.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedLap 13/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondNorris comes into the pits and serves his time penalty.Verstappen comes into the pits also and does not have a good stop.Both drivers have come out on hard tyres interestingly.Copy linkCopiedLap 11/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondHamilton makes his move on Sainz.The Williams driver allows him through and makes a move on him on the inside.Moments later, Hamilton gets ahead of Sainz, quickly followed by Tsunoda.Copy linkCopiedLap 9/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondGasly has got ahead of Antonelli in the places.Verstappen is still in seventh spot as it stands.Norris is given a five second penalty for his false-start.Copy linkCopiedLap 7/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondIt is not looking good for Norris on this investigation.Verstappen spotted it and said to his team over the radio “Lando is out of his grid box!”Meanwhile, Piastri is leadig the way and has opened up a little gap to Russell in second.Copy linkCopiedLap 5/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondNorris is being investigated for a potential false-start.If it goes to the stewards, it will result in a time penalty.Everyone bar the Ferraris are out on soft tyres, LeClerc and Hamilton are out on medium compounds.Copy linkCopiedLap 3/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondPiastri had to drive well to hold onto his lead from the off.Teammate Norris moved up from sixth to third with his start.Russell is now sandwiched in between the McLaren cars.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLap 1/57 – Piastri leads, Russell secondWhat a start from George Russell.He almost got ahead of the McLaren and they almost collided after the first turn.Lando Norris also has a good start from the grid.Copy linkCopiedLights out in Bahrain Grand PrixCopy linkCopiedFormation lap beginsCopy linkCopiedTime for Oscar to shineAll the talk this season has been about Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.However, sitting on pole position in Bahrain, Oscar Piastri has the chance to take the lead in the driver’s championship.Moments like this are what these drivers live for, the McLaren speedster can put himself ahead of his rivals with a good ride in this grand prix.Copy linkCopiedAll ready to go in BahrainHere is how the drivers will line up this afternoon:Credit: @F1Copy linkCopiedSpecial helmetHere is the special helmet – looks amazing.Copy linkCopiedBrave schueyMichael Schumacher has made a rare and moving gesture as he signed a crash helmet with the help of his wife Corinna.It marks one of the stricken F1 legend’s only public acts since his devastating ski accident in the French Alps 12 years ago.The seven-time world champion, who has not been seen in public since, added his initials “M.S” to a helmet belonging to fellow F1 icon Sir Jackie Stewart.The helmet will be auctioned to raise money for Stewart’s charity Race Against Dementia.“It is wonderful that Michael could sign the helmet in this worthy cause – a disease for which there is no cure,” Stewart told The Daily Mail.“His wife helped him, and it completed the set of every single champion still with us.”Copy linkCopiedWelcome to the Bahrain Grand PrixFormula One returns to Bahrain and the thrilling action is unfolding VERY SOON!The first three races have seen three different winners, with Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen all taking home a win so far.McLaren’s Norris will be looking for a big response after being unable to overtake Verstappen at Suzuka last time out.Verstappen, however, will be looking to overtake Norris and take the lead of the Drivers’ World Championship.Lewis Hamilton starts down in 9th but he is expected to put the pedal to the metal and race up the grid.Copy linkCopied More

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    Chelsea vs Ipswich LIVE RESULT: Blues held at the Bridge, Van Dijk puts Liverpool one step closer to title, Spurs lose

    CHELSEA have been dealt a huge blow to their top-four hunt after being held at the Bridge by relegation-bound Ipswich.Elsewhere, Liverpool are just two wins away from clinching the title after beating West Ham 2-1 at home.And Wolves continued their excellent form after putting FOUR past Tottenham.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from our live blog below…From Graham Hill at Molineux This was such a frustrating game for Ange Postecoglou as a series of defensive mistakes allowed Wolves to record a comprehensive win that all but seals their Premier League status for next season.Djed Spence, Christian Romero and Lucas Bergvall were all at fault as Wolves recorded a commanding fourth successive win.Spurs gave themselves a chance with goals from Mathys Tel and sub Richarlison. But they pressed the self-destruct button time and again.Copy linkCopiedAnd at the bottomThe bottom three remain doomed, it’ll be a matter of time before that is confirmed.West Ham overtaken by Wolves on goal difference in 16th and 17th – and now just two points behind Spurs!Copy linkCopiedHow it leaves thingsA damaging result for Chelsea who do remain fifth but Newcastle have two games in hand and are just a point behind.Liverpool moving 13 points clear and now cruising to title success!Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME! Liverpool 2-1 West HamSome late, late drama but the Reds go 13 points clear thanks to Luis Diaz and Virgil van Dijk goals.They’re so, so close to the title now.Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichThe Blues battle back from two goals down but it’s a really poor performance and result in the chase for the Champions League.Copy linkCopied90+5 – CLOSE! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichWHAT A SAVE FROM PALMER!Enzo Fernandes thrashing the ball towards goal as the ball rolled through to him in the box but his effort from eight yards is kept out by a strong Palmer arm.He went down starfish style to push it behind.Copy linkCopied90+3 – CLOSE! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichPalmer collects the ball on the edge of the box and looks to place it into the bottom corner but his namesake gets down to tip it wide!Chelsea putting on the pressure in the final few minutes!Copy linkCopiedFT: Wolves 4-2 TottenhamAnother defeat for Ange Postecoglou and Spurs.A couple of shockers from his goalkeeper and Romero in there didn’t do much to help things.Wolves moving further away from danger at the bottom!Copy linkCopied90+4 – Liverpool 2-1 West HamCLOSE – OFF THE BAR!Kilman’s delivery from the left is helped towards goal by Fullkrug and it’s beaten Alisson but comes back off the bar!Copy linkCopied90 – Liverpool 2-1 West HamSeven minutes additional time!Copy linkCopied90 – Chelsea 2-2 IpswichSix minutes additional time!Copy linkCopied90 – GOAL!! LIVERPOOL 2-1 West HamWould you believe it!? The soon-to-be champions have won it at the death!And it might well have been his fault for the equaliser but VIRGIL VAN DIJK heads it home!And if you’re Graham Potter you have to be raging with Lucas Paqueta. He once again throws himself to ground under no challenge at all trying to buy a free kick and Andy Madley does well to see through the nonsense and wave play on.From a Liverpool corner, Van Dijk heads home from eight yards out.Copy linkCopied86 – GOAL!! WOLVES 4-2 TottenhamOh Spurs, Spurs, Spurs!!MATHEUS CUNHA with the goal to settle this one again!Copy linkCopied85 – GOAL!! Wolves 3-2 TOTTENHAMSpurs back in it again!RICHARLISON with the goal!Copy linkCopied86 – GOAL!! Liverpool 1-1 WEST HAMIt had been coming and West Ham have their equaliser.It’s an ANDY ROBERTSON own goal!He’s absolutely RAGING with Virgil van Dijk for not clearing it, instead getting in the way to see Robertson help it into his own net.And a minute or so after replacing Mo Salah!Copy linkCopied83 – Chelsea 2-2 IpswichSo, so good from Delap to collect the ball on halfway.He’s toying with the Chelsea defenders as he skips by two of them into the Blues’ half before winning the corner.Copy linkCopied79 – GOAL!! CHELSEA 2-2 IpswichFabulous finish from JADON SANCHO brings Chelsea level!He replaced Noni Madueke to boos from the Chelsea supporters.But in a game of little quality from the home side, this finish was a piece of that.The corner they’d won is taken short and Sancho makes a dart heading towards the corner of the area before opening his body up and bending a terrific strike into the far top corner.The Blues racing to the halfway line, they know a winner is needed!Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at MolineuxSpurs are in a giveaway mood this afternoon – and Postecoglou must be so frustrated.Tottenham had put themselves back in the game after an hour.Sub Lucas Bergvall came on and made an immediate impact, he fed Brennan Johnson on the right and his cross was misjudged by Nelson Semedo – Mathys Tel took advantage to smuggle the ball home at the near post.But, five minutes later, Spurs threw away the advantage with another defensive howler.Ait-Nouri robbed skipper Christian Romero who failed to deal with the situation when he appeared to have it covered. Ait-Nouri then crossed for Strand Larsen and he scored his 12th goal of the season from close range – making it five goals in four games for the Norwegian.Spurs Fact: In Mauricio Pochettino’s best three seasons – 2015-16, 16-17 and 17-18, Spurs lost 17 games, which is currently the same number as this season under Postecoglou. Copy linkCopied77 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichEnzo Fernandez gathers the ball in the centre circle and drives to within 25 yards of goal.His shot is low and on target, but it’s a pretty poor attempt which rolls into Palmer’s arms.Copy linkCopied75 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichPedro Neto had a half volley strike fly wide of goal from the edge of the box.His reaction and that of the supporters suggested it was close.It wasn’t really. A good couple of yards wide anyway.Copy linkCopiedAs it standsLiverpool will be moving 13 points clear at the top of the table.Arsenal have just 18 points more to play for, highlighting the huge task on their hands.It also rules out Nottingham Forest for the title, meaning only Liverpool, Arsenal or Newcastle can win it as things stand.Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresChelsea 1-2 IpswichLiverpool 1-0 West HamWolves 3-1 TottenhamCopy linkCopied73 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichHe’s not 100% fit but Liam Delap has been thrown on for the final 20 minutes to help Ipswich get over the line here.He replaces George Hirst who had a very good afternoon.Copy linkCopied72 – Liverpool 1-0 West HamLiverpool just have to be a bit careful here, West Ham are really pushing for an equaliser.In fact, were it not for the returning Alisson they’d almost certainly have one.The latest save coming from a Kudus attempt from a tight angle. Really good stuff from the stopper.Copy linkCopied68 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichChelsea subsitution:OFF: MaduekeON: SanchoCopy linkCopied More

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    Chelsea 2 Ipswich 2: Sancho scores stunner to earn draw but first-half horror show deals blow to Champions League hopes

    JADON SANCHO’S week ended on a high with the goal that spared Chelsea a major embarrassment.The winger was credited with two assists in Thursday’s Conference League win at Legia Warsaw and in his next game Sancho got on the scoresheet for the first time since December.Jadon Sancho scored a stunner as Chelsea came back from 2-0 down to draw with IpswchCredit: ReutersThe result has dealt another blow to Chelsea’s Champions League hopesCredit: ReutersThe Blues struggled to get going at Stamford BridgeCredit: ReutersIpswich were left to rue their missed chance for the winCredit: PAHis stunning curled shot was a high note on a disappointing day for The Blues as they had to come from 2-0 down just to earn a point against a team hurtling towards relegation.On-loan Julio Enciso and Ben Johnson put the visitors ahead and Chelsea were booed off at half time.An own goal by Axel Tuanzebe and Sancho’s sizzler rescued a draw and moved Enzo Maresca’s side up into fifth spot and back into the Champions League places – but the boss will be far from pleased.Although Ipswich keeper Alex Palmer made two brilliant stops in second half in jury time among eight saves, Chelsea were below par again and are making a return to Europe’s big time hard work following last weekend’s goalless stalemate at Brentford.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSancho will be personally pleased given recent question marks over his contribution on loan from Manchester United but as a team, Maresca’s mob is  coming up short in many departments.The game was supposed to be a chance for Ipswich’s 12-goal striker Liam Delap to audition for a job with Chelsea next season as speculation continues that he will be joining The Blues in the summer for £30 million.Injury during training restricted him to the bench but in a way it made Maresca’s need for a striker even more apparent as they wasted a series of chances to take the lead.And more so when Championship-bound Town took both of their first half opportunities to race into a two goal lead that shook Stamford Bridge.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSIt’s not just up front where Chelsea looked suspect either.Town right back Ben Johnson beat Blues left back Marc Cucurella for pace down the wing then squared for Julio Enciso to squeeze in between Levi Colwill and Tosin Adarabioyo to poke the ball in from barely two yards out.’I can’t see anything’ – Chelsea fans moan as live TNT Sports coverage of Conference League clash is ruined by smokeJulio Enciso opened the scoring in the 19th minuteCredit: GettyBen Johnson made it 2-0 before half-timeCredit: PAChelsea got back into the game through Axel Tuanzebe’s own goalCredit: GettyAnd the duo paired up again when Enciso floated a superb back post cross for Johnson to head in unmarked.Nicolas Jackson did hit the woodwork for Chelsea but winger Noni Madueke also scuffed at a clear opportunity to score and Maresca’s side was generally in a muddle for the first half – to the extent that they were soundly booed off at the break.The noise must have rung in the players’ ears because they emerged for the second half transformed.Within 20 seconds of the restart they pulled a goal back when Madueke crossed low and Town defender Axel Tuanzebe was forced into scoring an own goal under pressure.Pedro Neto whistled a shot just over the bar and Conor Townsend did well to block from Chelsea skipper Enzo Fernandez.Just as the momentum seemed to be slipping from Chelsea’s game, Sancho pulled an equaliser out of the bag with a classy curling shot from the left hand corner of the Ipswich box to bury a shot into the opposite top corner.Town keeper Alex Palmer then produced two stunning saves – one from namesake Cole and another from Blues skipper Enzo Fernandez to save a point for his team, even though it will do them little good ahead of their impending relegation.Sancho then came off the bench to lash home a scorcherCredit: ReutersIt sealed a point for Chelsea as they avoided complete embarrassmentCredit: ReutersBut the result didn’t do much for Enzo Maresca’s Champions League hopesCredit: Rex More

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    Liverpool 2 West Ham 1: Dramatic Van Dijk goal means Reds can win title next weekend as Salah breaks Prem record

    IT’S just as well Mo Salah signed his contract – because you wouldn’t give Liverpool much chance of defending their impending Premier League title without him. Anfield’s Egyptian king, who agreed a new two-year deal on Friday, teed up Luis Diaz for an early strike with his 18th assist of the season.Virgil van Dijk netted a winner in the 90th minuteCredit: APLiverpool can win the league as early as next weekendCredit: RexLuis Diaz scored the opening goal as Arne Slot’s men moved a step closer to the titleCredit: AFPSalah put it on a plate for Diaz to score from close rangeCredit: ReutersBut this was another unconvincing display from Arne Slot’s champions-elect as Virgil Van Dijk’s 90th-minute header earned an undeserved win over struggling West Ham. Skipper Van Dijk had been the villain just three minutes earlier when he was involved in a horrible mix-up with Andy Robertson, whose own goal equalised for Graham Potter’s side. Liverpool now need only six points to make certain of their record-equalling 20th English top-flight title – and could be crowned as early as next Sunday, when they visit Leicester. But had second-placed Arsenal not given up the ghost, we might easily have had a proper title race.  READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSalah, who now has 45 goals and assists this season, broke a record for most goal contributors in a 38-game Premier League season.Again, he was the shining light in a Liverpool side who will not go down as one of the Prem’s great champions. He handed West Ham’s 19-year-old left-back Ollie Scarles a serious lesson in the first half.But while Potter’s Hammers slid into the bottom four as they extended their winless run to five matches, they were easily the better side after the interval. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKDespite last week’s defeat at Fulham, all was looking positive for Slot.The announcement of Salah’s new contract, followed by Arsenal’s latest slip-up at home to Brentford, meant any shadows of doubt about the destination of the title had been swept away.Peter Crouch reveals wife Abbey Clancy mistook Liverpool star for another woman Still, Slot welcomed back keeper Alisson after concussion and made two changes at full-back after that capitulation at Craven Cottage. After a minute’s silence to commemorate Tuesday’s 35th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster, they were singing Salah’s name with gusto. Potter had resisted the temptation to start Niclas Fullkrug after the centre-forward’s goal in last weekend’s draw against Bournemouth. The lowly bubble-blowers had won just two of their last ten matches and travelled with little expectation – especially as Liverpool had already rattled up ten goals against them in two previous meetings this season. Early on, Diaz had a shot pushed out by Alphonse Areola and Conor Bradley’s effort was deflected narrowly wide.  Ref Andy Madley was floored by a slipping Lucas Paqueta – and what are the odds on that? – before Salah truly got to work.  First, the Egyptian beautifully controlled a long, lofted pass from Ibrahima Konate, cut inside Scarles but shot wide of the far post. Next, Salah’s turn bewildered Scarles again and his low curving centre allowed Diaz to slot past Areola.   West Ham had offered nothing going forward but then they suddenly struck the woodwork. Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s pass fed Carlos Soler, forcing Alisson off his line to block, then Mohammed Kudus sent in a curling effort from an angle, which was tipped on to the bar by Liverpool’s keeper. Salah, teasing Scarles once more, teed up Mac Allister for a shot Areola saved with his feet. But Potter’s men finished the first half with a flourish.Kudus, their most serious threat, hammered a long-range shot into the stanchion, then Konstantinos Marvopanos sent a free header over the bar from a James Ward-Prowse corner. But straight from the restart, Liverpool were back on the front foot.Kostas Tsimikas was brought down by Jean-Clair Todibo on the edge of the box and Mac Allister’s curling free-kick crashed against the bar.Mac Allister then had a cross-shot tipped over by Areola and from the resulting corner, Ward-Prowse was lucky to escape without conceding a penalty for handball.Scarles was withdrawn in the 57th minute, after a significant life lesson from Salah, before Cody Gakpo and Robertson arrived for Liverpool. But Liverpool were struggling to finish off West Ham and a Virgil Van Dijk error allowed Jarrod Bowen to cut back for Soler to balloon his shot over.Then Paqueta’s through-ball released Bowen, with Alisson rushing out to block, before the Brazilian was forced to touch away an angled drive from Kudus.Read More on The SunAnd four minutes from time, West Ham thought they earned the point they deserved when Wan-Bissaka sent over a low centre, with Van Dijk and Robertson going for the same ball – the Dutchman’s attempted clearance cannoning in off the Scotsman. Diaz had a shot deflected onto the bar by Wan-Bissaka and then Van Dijk powered home a header from Mac Allister’s corner to clinch the three points – although there was still time for sub Fullkrug to head against the post.Andy Robertson turned the ball into his own net after much West Ham pressureCredit: APThe Hammers were unlucky not to come away with a pointCredit: Reuters More

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    Wolves 4 Tottenham 2: Shambolic Spurs score comedy own goal in bonkers six-goal thriller to leave Postecoglou on brink

    ANGE Postecoglou had more worrying leaks to deal with at Molineux – but these were out in the open and plain for all to see.Tottenham’s defence were caught red-handed giving goals away – and the look on the Spurs boss’ face said it all.Wolves put Spurs to the sword in a devasting display at MolineuxCredit: GettyRayan Ait-Nouri hammered in the opener after just two minutesCredit: GettyDjed Spence put through his own goal just before half timeCredit: AFPSpurs boss Postecoglou cut a frustrated figure on the touchlineCredit: AFPAhead of the game, Postecoglou revealed there was a mole in the camp, leaking crucial information to the opposition.But Wolves did not look like a side that needed a top-secret dossier to expose Tottenham’s weaknesses.Even when Spurs threatened to claw their way back into the game, they pressed the self-destruct button time and again with a series of howlers at the back.Djed Spence, Christian Romero and Lucas Bergvall will not want to see this match back again in a hurry – while keeper Vicario did little to inspire confidence.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe result all but keeps Vitor Pereira’s side in the Premier League for next season after a fourth successive win.That is a feat Wolves have not achieved in the top flight since 1972 – when the likes of John Richards and Derek Dougan were the Molineux heroes.These days it is players like Jorgen Strand Larsen and Matheus Cunha whose names the fans are singing.It was a day when Postecoglou wanted goals, not moles.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut that went out of the window less than 90 seconds into the game.Rayan Ait-Nouri fired Wolves ahead from the edge of the area after keeper Vicario punched clear from Jean Bellegarde’s free-kick.Tottenham fan brings along his puppet to watch the match Vicario claimed he had been impeded and a VAR check for offside said the goal stood.But a lengthy check angered Wolves fans who chanted “F*** VAR and “Boring”.That was something both Postecoglou and Molineux faithful could both agree on.But Wolves supporters soon switched their attention to the Aussie boss with chants of “You’re getting sacked in the morning”.Spurs settled after the early goal and Yves Bissouma’s shot forced Wolves keeper Jose Sa into a superb save.But a goal of pure farce extended Wolves’ lead.Mathys Tel got Spurs back in the game just after the break, hammering in from close rangeCredit: AlamyBut Jorgen Strand Larsen netted a third to put Wolves in controlCredit: AFPStrand Larsen tried to get on to the end of Marshall Munetsi’s header but it bounced through for Vicario who pushed the ball out – only to see it bounce off Spence and creep over the line.Postecoglou had shuffled his pack for the game with Thursday’s Europa League second leg tie at Eintracht Frankfurt in mind.And he re-organised the troops 10 minutes into the second half. Sub Bergvall came on and made a swift impact, feeding Brennan Johnson on the right.His cross was misjudged by Nelson Semedo and Mathys Tel smuggled the ball home at the near post.So now Tottenham had something to cling on to. Or did they?Five minutes later, they shot themselves in the foot again.Ait-Nouri robbed Romero who failed to deal with situation when he appeared to have it covered. The Algerian’s cross found Strand Larsen and he scored his 12th goal of the season from close range.Richarlison gave Tottenham hope of a late fightbackCredit: AFPMatheus Cunha put the game to bed with minutes remainingCredit: GettyThat was also his fifth in four games and the Norwegian has played a huge part in Wolves’ revival.The same scenario played out again in the final minutes.Spurs gave themselves another chance to take something from the game. Romero headed on to the bar and sub Richarlison bundled the ball in from close range.Could this mean a grandstand finish? Not a bit of it.This time it was Bergvall’s turn to dish out gifts as he lost the ball in midfield and sub Cunha raced clear to make it four with his 16th goal of the season.Wolves have now won four straight in the Prem to ease any relegation fearsCredit: AFPCunha had caused some controversy before the game with a series of online exchanges with Wolves fans over the player’s future.But all seemed forgiven as the Brazilian said sorry to supporters and made a heart-shaped gesture.Read More on The SunPostecoglou’s frustration was massive but the stats do not lie.In Mauricio Pochettino’s best three seasons – 2015-16, 16-17 and 17-18, Spurs lost 17 games, which is the same number as this season under Postecoglou. More

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    Former Premier League star, 39, sent off after 55 seconds for headbutting rival’s BACK in EFL clash

    FORMER Premier League striker Billy Sharp has seen red after landing a headbutt on an opponent’s BACK – less than a minute after coming on.The former Sheffield United and Leeds striker currently plays for League Two side Doncaster Rovers.Billy Sharp was sent off just seconds into his cameo against Wimbledon on SaturdayCredit: Sky SportsThe former Sheffield United striker had only just come off the benchCredit: Sky SportsHe was involved in a confrontation with Dons’ defender Joe LewisCredit: Sky SportsSharp appeared to headbutt Lewis in the backCredit: X formerly TwitterSharp, 39, came on as a second-half substitute on Saturday as Rovers took on fellow promotion chasers AFC Wimbledon. Doncaster were looking for an equaliser after an early strike from Dons star Alistair Smith.But Sharp provided the opposite impact to the one envisaged by boss Grant McCann.Just 55 seconds after coming on, the striker got involved in a confrontation with Dons defender Joe Lewis.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSharp was spotted slamming his head into Lewis’ back before giving him a shove.Referee Neil Hair wasted no time in sending the 39-year-old for an early bath.One fan gasped in response to the footage: “League 2 Zidane!”Another said: “He should know better absolutely idiotic behaviour from Billy.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKWhile a third added: “I suppose it’s a red going by the rules. It’s really stupid from Sharp as he’d literally just come on the pitch.”And a fourth joked: “Still be some idiots saying he didn’t do anything.”Championship club could be left without a stadium as EFL deadline loomsDoncaster’s draw saw them miss out on a huge opportunity to reel in Bradford, who were top before Saturday’s games. The Bantams somehow managed to lose a thriller 5-4 against Swindon, netting an own goal deep into stoppage time. Just five points separate the top four in League Two.Doncaster have a game in hand over Walsall, Bradford and leaders Port Vale.Three points in that game would see them jump into second place. Sharp is enjoying a second spell with the club after two prolific seasons between 2010 and 2012.He re-joined last summer and so far has netted eight goals in 41 games. More

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    ‘He still annoys me’ – Roy Keane sends blunt message to old rival live on Sky Sports after footage of infamous bust-up

    ROY KEANE sent a blunt message to old foe Alan Shearer as he reflected on their infamous bust-up 24 years ago.The former Manchester United star was sent off for the second time at St. James’ Park after a coming together with the legendary striker.Roy Keane took a swing at Shearer before getting sent off 24 years agoCredit: GettyKeane watched the footage of him throwing the ball at Shearer in the Sky studio at St. James’ ParkCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsPLKeane joked that Shearer still annoys him years on from their bust-upCo-pundit Les Ferdinand enjoyed looking back at the old clip with KeaneCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsPLIt was a dismal day in September 2001 for Keane and United as they fell to a 4-3 loss thanks to a late Wes Brown own goal.Keane admits he still has not forgiven his former team-mate for the goal, while joking that he still finds Shearer annoying.The former skipper, who was joined in the Sky Sports studio at St. James’ by Toon legend Les Ferdinand: “People annoy me. I think I got fined two weeks’ wages.”I’m still annoyed at Wes [Brown] for that own goal at the end.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”People used to annoy me. One in particular. Any he still annoys me.”Keane, 53, received a red card after throwing the ball at Shearer’s head in retaliation after he was shoved by the Newcastle icon.The pair then had a coming together and Keane tried to take another swipe at his opponent, missing and instead knocking the yellow card out of the referee’s hand.Speaking about the incident previously, Keane shared how he felt his initial push did not warrant a red card, which is why he went for the punch as well.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe said: “I lost my temper, we were losing 4-3, I think, in the last minute.”If you’re going to get sent off, the worst thing is, I pushed him. If you’re going to get sent off you might as well punch him properly because you’re going to get the same punishment.Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney cheers on Luke Littler at Premier League Darts in Manchester”You might as well be hung for a sheep as a lamb. That’s what I was thinking afterwards. It was just a push. It was ridiculous.” More

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    ‘Makes me feel sick’ – Phil Foden’s family break silence on vile chants about his mum Claire during Man Utd match

    PHIL FODEN’s grandmother has slammed Manchester United fans for taunting the England star with “disgusting” abuse. The Man City forward was targeted by vile chants about his mum Claire Rowlands during the Manchester derby on April 6.Phil Foden’s mum Claire (left) was the subject of vile chants in the Manchester derbyCredit: Paul EdwardsThe 24-year-old England star’s grandmother has now broken the family’s silenceCredit: GettyFoden was seen sarcastically applauding sections of the Old Trafford support with the chants audible on TV.City boss Pep Guardiola later slammed United supporters for a “lack of class” and said they should be “ashamed”.Foden himself has not publicly addressed the vile slurs.But now his grandmother Mary Keates has hit out – describing Claire as a “wonderful woman and mother”. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLShe told the Daily Mail: “It really upset me and the whole of the family, it’s disgusting. “It really hurt to hear what was being shouted by the fans about Claire.”These people need to have a good look at themselves. Claire is a wonderful woman and mother. “I don’t want to say too much because it makes me so angry and makes me feel sick.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFoden was left out of Manchester City’s squad to face Crystal Palace on Saturday.The 24-year-old picked up a knock during the 0-0 draw with United last weekend.‘They should be ashamed’ – Pep Guardiola slams Man Utd fans for sick chants aimed at City ace Phil Foden’s mumPep told TNT Sports: “He got injured at Old Trafford and didn’t recover well.”Despite Foden’s omission, City ran out emphatic 5-2 winners at the Etihad.Palace raced into a 2-0 lead early in the contest.But the defending champions stormed back with goals from Kevin de Bruyne, Omar Marmoush, Mateo Kovacic, James McAtee and Nico O’Reilly.Inside humble Phil Foden’s family lifeBy Jon BoonPHIL FODEN may be flashy on the pitch, but the Premier League’s Player of the Year is a humble family man off it.The Man City superstar earns an astonishing salary believed to be £11.7million-per-year.But the Stockport kid is frugal with his cash as he enjoys his down time with childhood sweetheart Rebecca and their two kids.Foden only passed his driving test last year… and turns up for training in City’s glittering club car park in a £40k VOLKSWAGEN.And in his spare time he loves nothing more than a FISHING trip.He celebrated his first big City contract by buying his mum and dad a Cheshire mansion and lives with them until 2021.But Foden has now splashed out on a luxury £3million mansion for his own growing family.Click here for to find out all about Foden’s glamorous life…Foden has endured a tough run of form since the turn of the year.The Stockport-born star last netted on January 25, with his current goal drought standing at 15 games.SunSport revealed on Saturday Claire is moving out of her £3million mansion.Foden bought the five-bed pad in 2021 but later moved out with fiancée Rebecca Cooke.Read More on The SunThe stunning house boasts a swimming pool, gym, cinema room, golf simulator and a wine cellar.But Claire and Foden’s dad Phil Sr have been caught up in noise rows with neighbours after hosting several parties. More