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    Millwall release statement after being charged with rule breaches following FA Cup tie with Crystal Palace

    MILLWALL released a statement after being charged with rule breaches following the FA Cup tie with Crystal Palace.The fiery South London derby saw the Eagles beat the Lions in the fifth round.Millwall were charged following fan chants during the FA Cup exit to Crystal PalaceCredit: AFPMillwall released a statement in responseCredit: ReutersThe match at Selhurst Park was overshadowed by the horror injury to Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta and sickening chants by some Millwall fans. And two of the songs during the first half prompted action from the FA.The football governing body said: “Millwall FC has been charged with misconduct in relation to crowd control following the FA Cup tie against Crystal Palace FC on Saturday 1 March. “It’s alleged that during the 5th and 20th minutes the club failed to ensure its spectators and/or supporters (and anyone purporting to be supporters) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and don’t use words or behave in an improper, offensive, abusive, indecent, or insulting way with either express or implied reference to sexual orientation.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMillwall have been given until April 16 to respond to the misconduct charge. The Championship club did, though, release their own comment on Thursday morning in response.They said: “Millwall Football Club notes The Football Association’s decision to charge the club with breaches of rule E21 following the Emirates FA Cup fixture away to Crystal Palace on Saturday 1st March 2025.”The chant in question is condemned by Millwall Football Club, and once again it strongly emphasises its zero-tolerance policy against discrimination of all kinds. Most read in FA Cup”The club remains committed to working tirelessly to eradicate homophobic chanting, and any other form of discriminatory abuse, from the sport.”This work will continue under the club’s leading anti-discrimination campaign, All ‘Wall, which is promoted ahead of every fixture and overseen by its industry-leading Equality Steering Committee.’Endangered his life’ – Crystal Palace owner gives Mateta injury update live on BBC and slams ‘reckless’ Millwall star”The club is proud to work side-by-side with the Millwall Community Trust to support, and provide, a safe, inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ community, particularly through its two LGBTQ+ teams, Millwall Romans and Millwall Pride.”Both hugely successful teams, the number of participants continues to grow each day, with everyone brought together into a welcoming environment by a mutual love for football and Millwall. “Everyone associated with Millwall Football Club has a responsibility to act as an ambassador of the club. Passion, loyalty, family, uniqueness defines the support for the club and discrimination of any kind is not tolerated.”Should you hear any racist, homophobic, misogynistic, tragedy chanting or any other discriminatory abuse during Saturday’s home fixture against Middlesbrough, you can use the club’s dedicated ‘Hear Hate? Don’t Hesitate’ reporting service by texting ‘HATE’ and your message to 66777, or by emailing slo@millwallfc.co.uk.”Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts was sent off after his dangerous karate kick on Mateta which saw the French striker suffer a shocking gash behind his ear.Japhet Tanganga’s own goal gave Palace the lead before Daniel Munoz made it 2-0.Wes Harding pulled one back for Millwall in the 13th minute of first-half injury time.Read More on The SunBut Eddie Nketiah rounded off the victory late on.Palace saw off Fulham in the quarter-finals and face Aston Villa at Wembley on April 26 for a place in the final. Eddie Nketiah scored the final goal in the 3-1 win for PalaceCredit: Getty More

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    Premier League star, 27, interviewed by his reporter sister who tells him ‘I’m proud of you… I love you’

    ASTON VILLA star Matty Cash was interviewed on live TV by his own sister, who declared: “I’m proud of you.”Hannah Cash is a reporter for CBS Sports.Aston Villa star Matty Cash was interviewed by his CBS reporter sister HannahCredit: CBSThe pair hugged after Cash’s Aston Villa lost 3-1 to Paris Saint-GermainCredit: CBSAnd she was on post-match duty after Villa’s Champions League quarter-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain.Right-back Cash started the match in the French capital.But he was taken off at half-time after picking up a yellow against wing wizard Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.Unfortunately for Cash and Villa, the Georgian ended up netting a wonder goal in the second half as PSG won the first leg 3-1.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking to his sister Hannah afterwards, Cash admitted Villa were disappointed with the result, yet remained confident in their ability to turn the tide at Villa Park.However, the conversation then took a turn as Hannah told Cash she had remembered to record the game for him back home.As the pair laughed, Hannah then ended the interview by saying: “Give me a hug Matthew.“I’m proud of you. I love you.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThis sparked jubilant applause back in the CBS studio.Kate Abdo, Micah Richards, Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher all congratulated Hannah on her interview with brother Cash.Shock moment Aston Villa and PSG fans brawl ahead of Champions League tie as chairs & punches thrownHannah was congratulated by the CBS Sport studioCredit: CBSHer brother had a tough time against wing wizard Khvicha KvaratskheliaCredit: AlamyExplaining how the Villa star is always missing his own games on telly, she said: “He always forgets to record the game on TV.“He texts me two hours before the match saying please log in and record. It’s one of the biggest game of his life. So I made sure I did that for him.“But it’s got to be in HD. If it’s not in HD he gets fuming with me.”Fans reacted to the heartwarming encounter on social media.One said: “Things you love to see.”Another declared: “Wholesome.”Read More on The SunOne noted: “This is beautiful.”Another added: “Love it.” More

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    Tragedy as footballer, 21, dies after horror collision with goalkeeper ruptures artery in his head

    A 21-YEAR-OLD footballer died after a horror collision with a goalkeeper.Helar Gonzales Altamirano was rushed to hospital after being knocked out as he went for a long ball – with his dad pitchside watching the game.Footballer Helar Gonzales Altamirano passed away after a collisionHis brother Eliceo, who was still asking people to pray for Helar on Tuesday on social media, confirmed yesterday he had lost his fight for life.He said his sibling’s death was a result of rupturing an artery in his head in Sunday’s incident.The tragic footballer’s club Real Titan Nc said in a statement: “Rest in peace friend.“We will remember you for your love of football and your family. You leave us with great pain.READ MORE IN football “Great strength to your family at this difficult time. They are not alone because Titan is with them and the football family is with them.”The club published live footage of Helar’s coffin being taken to a funeral parlour in a white hearse ahead of the wake and a video of the goals he had scored this year before his untimely death.The fatal collision occurred in the 70th minute of a Copa Peru match between Helar’s team and Defensor Nueva Cajamarca.Footage showed players crowding round him as he was stretchered away unconscious, with a team-mate helping to put him in the ambulance that took him to hospital in the northern Peruvian city of Moyobamba.Most read in FootballA TV commentator said as he was driven away: “We hope he recovers and reacts quickly.”Helar’s dad Jose fought back tears as he told a local TV station: “I would like to thank everyone for their support with this terrible pain that we’re experiencing.“Helar wanted to be a great footballer from a very young age and was always talking about going as far in the sport as he could.“I know his team are going to dedicate all their future achievements to him.“I thought at first when I saw the clash that it was another player and didn’t initially connect that it was Helar.“I wanted to go on to the pitch to be nearer my son when I realised it was him but they wouldn’t let me and I didn’t see him until we got to hospital when he was already critical.”Helar’s funeral will take place on Friday.The Peruvian Football Federation said on X: “We regret the death of Helar Gonzales Altamirano.“Our deepest condolences to his family, friends and Real Titan Club.” More

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    Legia Warsaw vs Chelsea FREE BETS: Get up to £40 bonus to spend on football with talkSPORT BET

    CHELSEA continue their Conference League quest with a first leg quarter final tie at Legia on Thursday.And brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim up to £40 in free bets when they register an account and stake at least £20 on the European contest.Legia Warsaw vs Chelsea: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim talkSPORT BET offertalkSPORT BETVisit the talkSPORT website HERE*Create an account and Opt In to this promotion via the OFFERS tabMake a depositPlace your first bet up to £40, minimum £20, on any football market, at odds of Evens or greaterYou must do this within 7 days of registrationOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first betFor example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free betsIf you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free betstalkSPORT BET: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim Here*Legia Warsaw vs Chelsea: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*What’s the offer?Brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim a welcome bonus of up to £40 when they register an account.How to claim?Simply visit the talkSPORT BET website on your mobile device and create an account. Opt in to this promotion via the OFFERS tab and then make a deposit via debit card or Apple Pay.Stake £20 or more on any football market at odds of at least Evens. Remember, you must do this within 7 days of opening your account.What happens next?Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first bet bet.For example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free bets. If you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free bets:On settlement of your qualifying bet, your account will be credited with the following:£10 free bet – Bet Builder (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Correct Score (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)And the following free bets, which will be credited 24 hours after the first bonus funds:£10 free bet – To Win and Both Team to Score – 90 mins (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Acca 4+ selection (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)You can read the full breakdown of free bets and more on how to claim talkSPORT BET’s welcome offer here**18+ New customers only. Opt in via mobile device, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsiblyRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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    Legia Warsaw vs Chelsea prediction: Free betting tips, odds and preview for Conference League tie

    CHELSEA continue their apparent stroll to Conference League glory with the first round of their quarter final at Legia Warsaw this week.SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview Thursday’s tie and select the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesLegia Warsaw vs Chelsea previewChelsea are the 8/15 favourites to win this game in Warsaw – the same odds they are to win the entire COMPETITION.Looking at the other seven names left in the competition, only Betis and Fiorentina look like being any sort of challenge for Enzo Maresca’s men.Despite being relatively strong defensively, they need to be a bit more clinical in front of goal.In fact, there have only been four goals scored in total in their last FIVE games in all competitions.That should improve here against a Legia side who sit fifth in their table, eight points outside the European spots for next season.Legia needed extra time to progress beyond Molde in the last round and they’ll need to raise their game significantly to match Chelsea here.First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 0-2 at 7/1 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Nicolas Jackson 5/1 with talkSPORT BET – HERELegia Warsaw vs Chelsea latest oddsLegia Warsaw at 4/1 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Legia Warsaw vs Chelsea predictions and tipsHall or nothingKiernan Dewsbury-Hall hasn’t had too many opportunities this season, with the majority coming in this competition.He was given a rare start in the Premier League stalemate with Brentford at the weekend and is likely to come back in from the start for this one.Scored in last appearance in Europe but we’ve taken a bit of insurance with backing him just to hit the target.Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall 1+ shot on target at 21/20 – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply.*Betfred. New customers only. Register (excl 05/04/25), deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply.*BetMGM. New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10 at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 football, 1 x £10 horse racing & 2 x £10 Bet Builders. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned T&Cs apply. 18+ GambleAware.org.*talkSPORT BET. 18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G40 on registration. £10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place). Receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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    Hollywood star who made Pep Guardiola feel like a ‘failure’ lands major Soccer Aid role

    OSCAR winner Julia Roberts has landed a major role at this year’s Soccer Aid.The actress – who won the best actress gong in 2001 for Erin Brockovich – has been confirmed as a member of World XI.Julia Roberts has landed a major role at this year’s Soccer AidSoccer Aid posted online: “We’re incredibly excited to announce that Hollywood icon Julia Roberts will be supporting the World XI at Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2025!” Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola revealed in 2023 that Roberts is one of his three “idols”.But he was left feeling like a “failure” when the movie star decided to watch United instead of City during a 2016 visit to England. Guardiola said: “I am a failure in the Champions League, I’m sorry. I’m going to explain a secret.READ MORE IN football “Even if we win this Champions League or three in a row, I will be a failure. I have three idols in my life: Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and Julia Roberts.“Julia Roberts came to England a few years ago in the period when Manchester United were not good, we were better, and she came to Manchester United, she didn’t come to us. “Even if I win the Champions League, it cannot make up for Julia Roberts not coming to see us.”Roberts, 57, will be at Old Trafford again for the annual charity game, held this year on on Sunday, June 15, although it’s not been confirmed what role she will play.Most read in FootballSoccer Aid: Who is playing? Making their Soccer Aid debuts are:Tyson FuryAngry GingeJoe HartNadia NadimSteph HoughtonToni DugganLeonardo BonucciNemanja VidicTobi BrownDiamondNadia NadimCelebrities returning for the clash at Old Trafford:Louis TomlinsonVicky McClureSam QuekPaddy McGuinnessDiamondTom GrennanSam ThompsonAlex BrookerSteven BartlettSir Mo FarahMartin CompstonKaylyn KyleEx-pro players returning for the clash:Wayne RooneyGary NevillePaul ScholesKaylyn KyleJermain DefoeJill ScottDavid JamesHarry RedknappCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEngland are being coached by Three Lions legend Wayne Rooney and retired former heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury. Ex-1D star Louis Tomlinson and Olympian Sir Mo Farah, actress Vicky McClure and comic Paddy McGuinness also join the team. Ex-players confirmed include England’s Paul Scholes, Gary Neville and David James plus Lionesses Jill Scott, Steph Houghton and Toni Duggan.Soccer Aid – founded in 2006 by Robbie Williams – has raised £106million for Unicef since it kicked off in 2006.Wayne Rooney is back in football management as Soccer Aid’s England boss alongside Tyson Fury More

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    Unai Emery bizarrely claims there’s ‘not a lot of difference’ between losing 2-1 or 3-1 as Villa face uphill battle

    UNAI EMERY bizarrely claimed there is “not a lot of difference” between losing either 2-1 or 3-1. Villa return from the French capital trailing by two goals against PSG after their Champions League quarter-final first leg. Unai Emery – TNT SPORTCredit: TNT SportMorgan Rogers cancelled out Desire Doue’s opener before goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Nuno Mendes gave PSG a commanding 3-1 lead. Mendes extended the score in added time – but Emery has not lost hope of overturning the deficit at Villa Park. He said: “More or less the expectation I had before the match happened. “[There is] not a lot of difference between 2 and 3-1 as we will play at home next week.READ MORE IN football “It will still be a huge challenge for us but we can feel strong at home with our supporters. “We needed to be defensively strong, lower than normal, but even when we were losing we had a free approach.”[There were] two shots from Morgan [Rogers] and one of Marco Asensio, the last goal, OK, but our mind is not changing a lot because we have to win at home now.” PSG – leading Ligue 1 by 22 POINTS – will travel to Villa Park on Tuesday. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd Emery added: “The first half we had three or four chances to get in the box. “We knew before the match we needed to be clinical as well. We were in the first half but not second, we tried to show our power.’Turning gold into c–p’ – Ange Postecoglou kicks off again over criticism of Tottenham penalty farce”PSG like to keep possession, but today we were more in a low block, at home maybe we can change. “Hopefully we can get more moments to keep our momentum and possession. We are going to try and combat the result. “We believe in Villa Park and that our players can give the performances.”Emery watched on as his Villa side lost 3-1 at PSGCredit: Alamy More

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    Agony & ecstasy of Prince William and George as they watch Aston Villa’s Champions League quarter final in Paris

    PRINCE William and his son George showed a rollercoaster of emotions as they watched Aston Villa’s Champions League quarter-final with PSG in Paris.The Prince of Wales was seen wildly celebrating and hugging his son, 11 after Villa’s Morgan Rogers first-half goal.Prince William and son George celebrated wildly as Aston Villa scored against PSG last nightThe Prince of Wales was pictured punching the air and hugging George as he celebrated Morgan Rogers first-half goalThe Prince has been in the crowd for three of Aston Villa’s European fixtures this seasonBut later, the older Prince was seen with his head in his hands as three spectacular goals gave the French side a 3-1 victory to take to Villa Park next week.Ahead of kick-off the younger Prince said he ‘wearing his lucky clothes’ before the tie at Parc Des Princes.George was seen wearing a blue jumper above a shirt and a black jacket, which was accompanied by a Villa scarf.And minutes before the game started his dad  gave an interview to TNT Sport, in which he admitted to be “pretty terrified” ahead of the clash.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Prince of Wales said bringing Prince George to Aston Villa’s crunch game was a “big deal”, as he spoke to pundits Ally McCoist and Rio Ferdinand.When asked if he was nervous, he said: “I’m pretty terrified. It’s been a while coming this, so it’s a big game. “43 years since the last time this happened, a big European night for Villa.”So yeah, I’m nervous, but I’m confident, but also excited by the whole prospect.”Most read in Champions LeagueAsked in the interview ahead of the match, William was asked whether he was on a “lads tour” whilst at the game – when he jokingly admitted that he would be on his “best behaviour” because he had George with him.He replied: “Well, I’ve got my son here as well, so I’m on my best behaviour as well. “But I thought, you know what? It’s been 43 years since anything like this has happened in my generation as a Villa fan, and I want George to experience a night out away from home in a big European competition.”William told the pundits that he was predicting a 2-1 victory for underdogs Villa.The royal hugged some of Villa’s players, including Marco Asensio and England international Marcus Rashford, as they came out of the dressing room.William was in the crowd for Villa’s victory over Bayern Munich earlier in the competition and away to Monaco in January.Prince William said he was “pretty terrified” before the clashCredit: GettyThe Prince of Wales said he would be on his “best behaviour”Credit: GettyThe Prince of Wales shows his frustration as his beloved Villa fall behind in the first legPrince William also impressed fans with his pre-game punditry for Aston Villa vs PSG More