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      Pep Guardiola suggests Man City trophy bonuses should be scrapped as stars ‘don’t deserve even a watch’ this season

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      PEP GUARDIOLA admits he and his underperforming Manchester City stars do not deserve a bonus if they are crowned world champions this summer – not even a souvenir watch!The outgoing Premier League champs head to the States to take part in the first ever FIFA Club World Cup this summer.Pep Guardiola seems to feel his players can’t redeem their seasonCredit: ReutersIt is a competition which City’s Abu Dhabi owners are placing great focus on – and FIFA upped the stakes this week by announcing astonishing prize money.The winners will walk away with around £100 million – roughly what the bottom-placed Premier League club makes over the entire season in TV and prize money.That would normally mean a healthy bonus coming the way of City staff.But straight-talking Guardiola says he and his staff on and off the pitch will not merit it, after their miserable domestic campaign.READ MORE MAN CITY NEWSHe said: “We don’t deserve it this season.“We don’t deserve a bonus this season. The bonus, if you win, I don’t know how much.“You go there, (winning) it’s for the club. The managers, the backroom staff, the players we don’t deserve, not even a watch.”Eye-watering bonuses are part and parcel of the top-level game, with reports that City regulars pocketed around £2 million each for winning the treble two seasons ago – half of that for success in the Champions League.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKNonetheless, Guardiola’s under-achievers can still salvage something from their poor domestic season by winning the FA Cup.Fifth-placed City visit Bournemouth, who have slipped to 10th, in the quarter-finals on Sunday.Why Man City could be dumped out of the FA Cup by Bournemouth | Experts’ best bets – Weekend WagerGuardiola said of the Cherries: “They have a special way of playing and it works with the players and the ideas that they have. “Every team plays in a specific way and they do it really well. Other teams are more direct, other teams want more crosses.”Guardiola is aiming to become only the fourth manager since World War Two to lift the FA Cup for a third time.The other three are certainly managerial legends too – Bill Nicholson, Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger. More

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      Premier League club move into incredible new home that resembles futuristic James Bond villain lair

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      BOURNEMOUTH stars looked amazed as they reported for their first day at their new training ground.The Cherries have opened their brand new Performance Centre for business.Bournemouth have moved in to their new training groundCredit: X @afcbournemouthThe Performance Centre is open for businessCredit: X @afcbournemouthRyan Christie was buzzing with the moveCredit: X @afcbournemouthThe likes of Justin Kluivert and Ryan Christie beamed as they made their way in from the car park.Kluivert, 25, grinned as he said: “Bit different… lovely!”As Christie walked into the dressing room he bellowed: “Look at this! Amazing!”Aerial shots of the training ground show a huge semi-circle of buildings, with the view resembling something between a naval base and a James Bond villain’s lair.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA video posted by the Cherries’ social channels also shows a spacious dressing room, gym area, canteen and lounge.Upon returning from international duty, Andoni Iraola put his players through their paces on their pristine new training pitches.The 57-acre training ground is located in Dorset village Canford Magna.Bournemouth owner Bill Foley also has ambitious plans for the Cherries’ Vitality Stadium home.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBournemouth are taking their infrastructure to a new levelCredit: X @afcbournemouthThe training ground features a glossy interiorCredit: X @afcbournemouthThe ground currently holds just 11,307 fans – making it by far the smallest in the Premier League.It had previously been suggested that Bournemouth could build a new stadium.Why Man City could be dumped out of the FA Cup by Bournemouth | Experts’ best bets – Weekend WagerBut during an appearance on talkSPORT earlier this month, Foley unveiled different plans.The American, 80, said: “We are well underway to having a solution for our stadium with several stages in mind.“The first stage would be to grow to about 16,000 seats, the next stage would be about 20,000, and the third stage would be to about 24,000 seats.”Much more hospitality and a much more welcoming environment, in terms of when people arrive and how they get into the stands and so on.”Private property company Structadene currently owns the Vitality Stadium.Foley wants to buy the stadium outright before beginning improvements.’WE NEED TO IMPROVE IT’He said: “We are hopefully going to be acquiring the Vitality.”We have a plan in place. It is going to be a staged effort, and we need to have the council’s approval.“We’ll start with the south stand, and we’ll really expand that and make that a permanent stand with some hospitality.“At the same time we’re going to be redoing the main stand in terms of hospitality and ingress and egress, high speed elevators and so on so people aren’t having to walk up three flights to go to have lunch and then walk down two flights to go to their seats, and then walk two flights up again.“The stadium is just antiquated and we need to improve it.”Bournemouth face a battle to hold on to manager Iraola this summer.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Spaniard, 42, has emerged as Tottenham’s top target to replace under-fire Ange Postecoglou, should the Aussie be sacked.While Real Madrid are also claimed to be keen on Iraola, if Carlo Ancelotti leaves.The spacious training ground is far cry from Bournemouth’s old training groundCredit: X @afcbournemouthThere is a fountain located outsideCredit: X @afcbournemouthBournemouth have new pristine training pitchesCredit: X @afcbournemouth More

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      Bayern Munich threaten to sue Canada’s national team over ‘clear violation’ in Alphonso Davies injury

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      BAYERN MUNICH are considering legal action against the Canadian Soccer Federation after Alphonso Davies’ injury.The full-back, 24, is out for the rest of the season due to a torn ligament and further damage to his right knee.Bayern are fuming at Alphonso Davies’ injury and treatmentCredit: GettyThe Canada defender had surgery, ruling him out until the summerCredit: ReutersThat occurred on Sunday while playing in Canada’s 2-1 victory over the USA in the third-place decider for the CONCACAF Nations League.The star has undergone surgery after returning to Bayern, who have accused the Canadians of failing to provide “appropriate care” for Davies.Bayern chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen fumed: “We’re demanding a full investigation into the events from Canada Soccer and expressly reserve the right to take legal action.“Sending a clearly injured player with a damaged knee on a 12-hour intercontinental flight without a thorough medical assessment is, in our view, grossly negligent and a clear breach of medical duty of care.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“Davies should not have been playing at all. The participation of Davies, who already had muscular problems before the game, in a match of no sporting significance is incomprehensible from our point our view.”Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund also blasted the treatment by Canada’s medical team as he added: “Phonzy complained of fatigue.“He’s the team captain, a young lad who wants to help his country. Most read in FootballThe Germans will miss Davies for their important run-inBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Then there’s this injury. I think it’s negligent, unprofessional.”Bayern boss Vincent Kompany will be without Davies for Bayern’s Bundesliga run-in and quest to reach the Champions League final at their home stadium.Bastian Schweinsteiger is booed by own Bayern fans who think he is leaving before he announces he is staying French defender Dayot Upamecano also returned from Nations League duty with a knee injury, although it is not as serious.Fellow defender Kim Min-jae was already sidelined.Another Bayern defender, Dayot Upamecano, also picked up an injuryCredit: AFP More

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      Best FA Cup bets from scorned England star with point to prove to the tie destined for penalty shootout

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      SUNSPORT’S Weekend Wager is back for another week, packed full of expert insight and razor-sharp analysis to bring you the best-value bets ahead of this weekend’s actionJoining top broadcaster Toni Afoke is our very own deputy head of sport Dean Scoggins and Betfair betting expert Sam Rosbottom.Nottingham Forest are set to take on Brighton this weekendCredit: GettyWith the international break done and dusted, our team take a look at the best of the FA Cup action.They check out the value bets from Brighton’s quarter-final with high-flying Nottingham Forest.While they also pick through Bournemouth’s intriguing tie with Manchester City.The trio then take a look at this weekend’s IPL and racing action.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBrighton vs ForestDean Scoggins – Gibbs-White two shots on target – 11/2I’m going Morgan Gibbs-White, Morgan Gibbs-White is the man for this weekend.I’ll tell you why, it’s because he got snubbed by England.He is going to be absolutely raring to go, flying out the blocks.Most read in FootballMorgan Gibbs-White to have two shots on target is 11/2. The stat for you is that he only averages just under one shot per 90 this season, but that isn’t in an open game, in a cup game.I just fancy him to get a load of joy. Be it a free-kick, a goal, or a shot on target in open play.Morgan Gibbs-White wasn’t named in Thomas Tuchel’s initial England squadCredit: GettyToni Afoke – Forest to win on penalties – 11/1I’m going to go with Forest to win on penalties. The reason I’m doing this is three of Forest’s last five FA Cup ties have gone down to penalties.Even though I know they completely spanked Brighton 7-0, I just feel that Brighton are going to have that edge against them.Overall they’ve won all four of their FA Cup shootouts, and I remember Brighton losing penalty shootouts, specifically against Man Utd in the 2022-23 season, I’m going Forest there.Forest beat Ipswich on penalties in the fifth roundCredit: AlamySam Rosbottom – Van Hecke to be fouled – EvensI’m looking at the to be fouled market. And I’m looking at Jan Paul van Hecke to be fouled one or more times at even money.I know you’re probably shouting at screens, ‘why are you shouting up a centre-half to be fouled?’I think it’s going to be a big battle between him and Chris Wood, who is a little bit of an injury doubt, but if he does play he’s a man that likes to put himself about.Jan Paul van Hecke has been fouled six times in his last four matches for Brighton. Chris Wood has committed seven fouls in his last six games.Could be a key battle and I could see Jan Paul van Hecke being fouled at least once.”Jan Paul van Hecke could be in the thick of the actionCredit: RexBournemouth vs Man CityDean Scoggins – Justin Kluivert to commit three or more fouls – 5/2I went to the Spurs-Bournemouth game a couple of weeks ago and Justin Kluivert was everywhere.Not just in attack but putting himself around. He makes fouls. He averages 1.74 fouls per 90 as an attacker. In that Tottenham game, he should have been sent off by the way, he was booked and made another foul after.So I’m interested in the fouls market. Three or more fouls in this game is 5/2 and against a Man City side who will have loads of the ball I fancy Kluivert to make more than two fouls and get to that three fouls mark.Justin Kluivert may attract attention from the officialsCredit: AlamyToni Afoke – Bournemouth to win and BTTS – 16/5″I’m going for Bournemouth to win and both teams to score. I’m giving City a bit of a chance because I feel like they will score, it would be weird for Bournemouth to get a clean sheet at the Vitality.I just feel, even though Bournemouth have been slightly going down, they have something against a vulnerable Man City side.Bournemouth could be onto a winner this weekendCredit: RexSam Rosbottom – Tavernier to have three or more shots – 6/5I’m also looking at the shots market in this one. Not shots on target though, just the shots market.It’s Marcus Tavernier to have three or more shots at 6/5. Now, why I like this one is because when it comes to shots, FA Cup, everybody’s gonna be looking to Semenyo.However, Marcus Tavernier has had 15 shots in his last five FA Cup matches. Going forward he’s a real threat for Bournemouth.Coming up against potentially Gvardiol if he’s fit, obviously we know how high Gvardiol likes to get forward – there could be a bit of space to exploit there. That’s one for me that’s a very nice option.How Pep can ignite Marmoush and Haaland partnership with aggressive attacking shape in FA CupIPL CRICKETSam Rosbottom – Team of Top Batsman – Gujarat Titans – EvensWhat a start we’ve had to the IPL. Some big, big scores we’ve seen in matches, almost records being broken. There was one match where they were one run away from the highest total in an IPL game.I’m looking at Saturday’s game. Gujarat Titans against the Mumbai Indians. Mumbai Indians one of the big favourites to win the IPL this season.They are fancied in this game at 4/5, Gujarat Titans even money. I think this one’s a little bit closer than that to be honest with you.Gujarat Titans came very, very close – one of the highest-scoring sides in the first round of fixtures – so I’m actually going to look at some other markets on this game.I’m diving into the team of top batsman and I’m going to side with the Gujarat Titans on this one at even money.The reason why I like this is in their last game, like I said, while they lost, they gave it a really good go and they lost by 11 runs. They notched 232 runs in that match, so they’re a high-scoring side.Both (Sai) Sudharsan and (Jos) Buttler scored over 50 in that game and they had a partnership of 84 runs so pretty easy going for T20.Interesting Jos Buttler as well. He had such a miserable time at the Champions Trophy. He stood down as England captain. But he’s got straight back at it with the Gujarat Titans.I think team top batsman, Gujarat Titans, even money is a shout.Jos Buttler will be in IPL actionCredit: AFPTHE LINCOLN – DONCASTER RACINGSam Rosbottom – Native Warrior – 15/2READ MORE SUN STORIESIt’s all eyes on Doncaster for the Lincoln. The first big flat race of the season. Twenty-two runners in this one so huge field, lots of horses to pick.Obviously each way could be a really good shout in this race as well, but one that I really like is Native Warrior at 15/2 and Betfair punters absolutely love this horse as well – best backed horse in the ante-post market leading up this one. More

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      Maradona’s full horror list of health woes revealed as he died in 12hr agony with double-sized heart & engorged belly

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      MORBID details of Diego Maradona’s health problems have been revealed – including widespread swelling which doubled the size of his “freakishly deformed” heart.The legendary Argentina star suffered in agony for 12 hours due to brain clots and breathing difficulties, according to his shocking autopsy.Diego Maradona’s autopsy revealed his heart swelled to double its normal sizeCredit: GettyA trial over Maradona’s death involved the chief prosecutor showing the court a very graphic image of the footballerCredit: Canal CBAAutopsy expert Mauricio Cassinelli said in court that the 1986 World Cup winner had “a heart that weighed more than twice its normal size.”He said Maradona suffered bodily swelling “from head to toe,” and had “four and a half litres of water in his body”.Seven medical professionals are currently on trial for culpable homicide, which is similar to involuntary manslaughter, after the player and manager’s death in 2020. He died in a dark room aged 60, lying in agony for half a day before suffering a heart attack.READ MORE WORLD NEWSThe tragic star experienced dilated cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart muscle that causes the heart chambers to enlarge and stretch.And he suffered from cirrhosis which damaged his liver, as well as myocarditis which occurs when the heart becomes inflamed.Local paper Clarin revealed the horrific details which emerged during the trial.Chief prosecutor Patricio Ferrari previously said the footballer died in a “house of horror”, and described his care as “reckless and deficient”.Most read in FootballCassinelli said that his torturous suffering would have been easy to spot for a number of days.The expert said: “The heart was completely covered in fat and blood clots, which indicate agony.”This is a patient who had been collecting water over the days; that’s not acute.”This was something that was foreseeable. “Any doctor examining a patient would find this.At the time of his tragic passing, Maradona was at home recovering from a brain blood clot surgery in November 2020.He died two weeks later on November 25 in Dique Lujan, Argentina.Neurologist Leopoldo Luque, who served as Diego Maradona’s doctor, stands in court on the first day of the trialCredit: APThe player and manager’s life was marred by substance and alcohol issuesCredit: GettyCassinelli added: “It was a dark, partitioned room, with a bed in the middle of the room and a portable toilet.”It didn’t seem like a suitable place for what we later learned was home hospitalisation.”Forensic doc Federico Corasaniti also backed up Cassinelli’s claim that the Argentina midfielder suffered a slow and gradual death.He said: “The difficulty he must have had breathing and exchanging gases, and the sounds in his lungs that are audible just by bringing his face close.””In my opinion as a doctor, it wasn’t a sudden event.” Diego Maradona’s legacy By Harvey GehDiego Maradona, born in 1960, was an Argentine footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.He led Argentina to World Cup glory in 1986, famously scoring the “Hand of God” goal and the “Goal of the Century” against England.Maradona’s club career included stints at Barcelona and Napoli, where he became a legend, winning two Serie A titles and the UEFA Cup.His incredible dribbling, vision, and flair made him a global icon, inspiring generations of footballers, including Lionel Messi.Off the pitch, Maradona battled drug addiction and health problems, which often overshadowed his footballing brilliance.He was banned from the 1994 World Cup after testing positive for ephedrine, marking a dramatic fall from grace.Despite controversies, he remained beloved in Argentina, with Napoli even renaming their stadium in his honour after his 2020 death.Maradona had a turbulent career in management, coaching Argentina at the 2010 World Cup but failing to replicate his playing success.Following his tragic death Maradona’s legacy endures as a flawed genius whose footballing magic will never be forgotten.Maradona’s family have alleged negligence, a cover-up, and derogatory comments from the medical staff who were in charge of his care.They called the medical team and cover-up a “mafia”.The player had previously struggled with drug addiction, obesity and alcoholism for decades, and reportedly came close to death in both 2000 and 2004.But prosecutors now suspect that his death could have been avoided.Seven of the eight medical professionals who have been charged in the case include Maradona’s brain surgeon, psychiatrist and nurses.They are now standing trial for a charge similar to involuntary manslaughter.The group deny wrongdoing but could face up to 25 years in prison.1986 Football World Cup winner Diego Maradona scores goal with his Hand of God in the Quarter FinalCredit: GettyDalma Maradona (L) and Gianinna Maradona (R), daughters of the late Argentinian football legendCredit: GettyDiego Maradona’s eldest daughter Dalma shared a video containing audio clips which she says proves serious irregularities in her father’s care. She also revealed that her mother is in fear of the “mafia” who “control everything”.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe has previously said that a “mafia of assassins” caused her dad’s death, and that audio recordings prove a lack of medical attention and talks about cover-ups, according to Diario Registrado.Maradona’s cause of death was officially listed as “acute pulmonary edema secondary to exacerbated chronic heart failure”. A model of the house where the late player died was taken in for the trialCredit: AFPMaradona supporters demonstrate outside court as the trial of seven medical professionals accused of negligence in his death beginsCredit: Getty More

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      Kyle Walker’s ex Annie Kilner BLOCKS Lauryn Goodman after love rival begs to meet up with her

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      KYLE Walker’s wife Annie fears his former mistress’s “harassment” has gone too far – after she asked to meet her in person, pals say.The Wag, 32, has now blocked Lauryn Goodman, 33, on social media after she messaged her saying she wanted to clear the “animosity” between them.Annie Kilner rejected the surprise advanceCredit: SplashLauryn Goodman with the two children she shares with KyleCredit: social.saviour/InstagramWAG Annie has blocked talks with LaurynCredit: SplashKyle spoke of his regret at his relationship with LaurynCredit: GettyLauryn told Annie that she wants to “figure things out” with her and that it would be “best long-term” for their families.But friends of Annie, who shares four kids with England ace Kyle, 34, say she has no intention of seeing her after the unexpected Instagram approach.A source said: “Annie is in a great place right now and she’s sick and tired of Lauryn constantly trying to stir up issues.“Lauryn’s behaviour runs deeper than just ‘animosity’ and she can’t work out why Lauryn just won’t leave her alone.READ MORE ON KYLE“There is no war, there is no issue. Annie just wants to get on with her life and Lauryn seems to constantly be trying to stir things up.“The last thing Annie wants to do is meet up with her. Lauryn is a homewrecker.”She can’t work out what Lauryn’s obsession is.”Lauryn is constantly trying to insert herself into their life under the guise of doing what she feels is best ‘for all concerned’. It would be laughable if it wasn’t so concerning.Most read in Football”Kyle is focusing on giving his all on the pitch during what may well be the final years of his career and neither he nor Annie have any desire to engage with Lauryn.”A source added: “Annie is tired of Lauryn using her name to look relevant.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner set to get £750k to star in Celeb Big Brother – but only if bosses agree to strict rule”She twists the narrative to make it look as though she’s got the interests of the children but that isn’t the case.”If Lauryn was thinking of the children she would stop this ridiculous charade.”This circus would have died a death a long time ago if Lauryn would just stop bringing it up. It’s incredibly boring now and shows how self-centred she really is.”Lauryn – who has previously vehemently denied claims of harassment – has been approached for comment by The Sun.She said on a podcast last year: “I don’t harass.”Kyle Walker and Annie have had a troubled marriageCredit: GettyLauryn has been a constant presenceCredit: SplashThe latest development comes after it was reported last year that £150,000-a-week Kyle – currently on loan at AC Milan from Man City – was readying lawyers to take action against Lauryn for harassment.In January, reports emerged that Lauryn was looking at moving to Dubai amid rumours the England ace was set to move to Saudi Arabia.Sources said at the time that Annie felt Lauryn is a “wind-up merchant” and that her behaviour was amounting to harassment.Kyle has been with Annie since the age of 17 and the couple wed in 2022.His affair with Lauryn began in 2019 and she had their first child, son Kairo, in 2020.In an exclusive interview with The Sun last year, Kyle spoke of his regret at his relationship with Lauryn.He said: “What I’ve done is horrible and I take full responsibility.“I made idiot choices and idiot decisions. I can’t begin to think or imagine what Annie is going through. READ MORE SUN STORIES“I’ve tried to ask her but there’s pain and hurt.“The man that’s meant to love, care and be there for her, did this.”Kyle Walker’s estranged wife has no intention of meeting LaurynCredit: BackGridKyle is said to be focusing all his energies on the pitch after his Italian moveCredit: Zenpix More

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      Injuries & suspensions update ahead of Gameweek 29: Latest on Cole Palmer, Chris Wood and others

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      DREAM TEAM brings you all the latest injury, suspension and availability news for Gameweek 29 in one convenient location.On Thursday, Arsenal fans reacted with great enthusiasm to an Instagram post from Bukayo Saka which depicted the 23-year-old in training gear with the caption: “Hello again.”The England winger hasn’t played since December 21st but is seemingly nearing a return.Riccardo Calafiori suffered minimal ligament damage on Italy duty and is expected to miss between two and three weeks.Saka is back on the grassCredit: Instagram / bukayosaka87Bournemouth first-choice defenders Milos Kerkez and Dean Huijsen are suspended for Manchester City’s visit to the Vitality Stadium in the FA Cup this weekend.Both will be available to face Ipswich in midweek.As for the visitors, Pep Guardiola confirmed that his international players were “okay” despite rumours of a hamstring issue for Josko Gvardiol.The decorated tactician did admit that some individuals were “tired” and needed “recovery”.Ederson has trained in recent days having previously been hindered by an abdominal problem.Unai Emery told journalists that Ross Barkley is Aston Villa’s only absentee ahead of their trip to Preston on Sunday, aside from the cup-tied Axel Disasi.Most read in FootballThis implies Ollie Watkins is available having rested his troublesome knee during the international break.Watkins is expected to be availableCredit: ReutersManchester United defenders Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro were all pictured in training this week but it’s not yet clear who will be available to face Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night.Brighton trio Matt O’Riley, Lewis Dunk and Solly March are in contention to play against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.Speaking of Forest, Nuno Espirito Santo told reporters that Chris Wood will not feature in the FA Cup quarter-finals.The Portuguese coach said: “He [Wood] has been to a specialist for a scan. We will wait on the information and see. He will not be available for this game. He felt a kick really hard on his hip.”Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson is targeting a return in midweek having been sidelined for two months with a hamstring injury.It’s a similar story for Noni Madueke while Romeo Lavia is also described as “much better”.Cole Palmer returned to training today and therefore has a chance of featuring against Tottenham on Thursday.Palmer returned to training on Friday morningCredit: ReutersJean-Philippe Mateta has been cleared to play against Fulham this weekend following his nasty ear injury.The Crystal Palace striker, who has scored eight goals since the turn of the year, will wear a protective mask having had 25 stitches.As for the Cottagers, Harry Wilson, Reiss Nelson and Kenny Tete remain sidelined but Antonee Robinson is thought to be available having sat out for the USA during the break.Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOWARSENALInjuries: Takehiro Tomiyasu, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz, Riccardo CalafioriSuspensions: NoneASTON VILLAInjuries: Ross BarkleySuspensions: NoneBOURNEMOUTHInjuries: Julian Araujo, Marcos Senesi (doubt), Adam Smith, Enes Unal, Luis Sinisterra (doubt)Suspensions: NoneBRENTFORDInjuries: Aaron Hickey, Josh Dasilva, Gustavo Nunes, Igor Thiago, Rico Henry, Fabio CarvalhoSuspensions: NoneBRIGHTONInjuries: James Milner, Ferdi Kadioglu, Jason Steele, Igor Julio, Lewis Dunk (doubt), Joel Veltman (doubt), Matt O’Riley (doubt)Suspensions: NoneCHELSEAInjuries: Nicolas Jackson (doubt), Marc Guiu, Noni Madueke (doubt), Malo Gusto (doubt), Cole Palmer (doubt)Suspensions: Mykhailo MudrykCRYSTAL PALACEInjuries: Cheick Doucoure, Joel Ward, Chadi RiadSuspensions: Will HughesEVERTONInjuries: Dwight McNeil, Orel Mangala, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Iliman Ndiaye, Vitaliy Mykolenko (doubt)Suspensions: NoneFULHAMInjuries: Kenny Tete, Reiss Nelson, Harry Wilson, Antonee Robinson (doubt)Suspensions: Sasa LukicIPSWICHInjuries: Chiedozie Ogbene, Conor Chaplin (doubt), Wes Burns, Sammie Szmodics, Axel TuanzebeSuspensions: NoneLEICESTERInjuries: Abdul FatawuSuspensions: NoneLIVERPOOLInjuries: Joe Gomez, Conor Bradley, Trent Alexander-ArnoldSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER CITYInjuries: Oscar Bobb (doubt), Rodri, Manuel Akanji, John Stones, Nathan Ake, Ederson (doubt)Suspensions: NoneMANCHESTER UNITEDInjuries: Altay Bayindir, Tom Heaton, Luke Shaw (doubt), Jonny Evans, Lisandro Martinez, Kobbie Mainoo, Amad Diallo, Harry Maguire (doubt), Leny Yoro (doubt), Ayden Heaven (doubt)Suspensions: NoneNEWCASTLEInjuries: Jamaal Lascelles, Sven Botman, Lewis HallSuspensions: Anthony GordonNOTTINGHAM FORESTInjuries: Carlos Miguel, Chris WoodSuspensions: NoneSOUTHAMPTONInjuries: Ross Stewart (doubt), Ryan Fraser (doubt), Juan Larios (doubt), James Bree, Jan Bednarek, Taylor Harwood-Bellis (doubt), Will SmallboneSuspensions: NoneTOTTENHAMInjuries: Radu Dragusin, Richarlison (doubt), Dejan Kulusevski (doubt), Kevin DansoSuspensions: NoneWEST HAMInjuries: Michail Antonio, Niclas Fullkrug (doubt), Crysencio SummervilleSuspensions: NoneWOLVESREAD MORE SUN STORIESInjuries: Sasa Kalajdzic, Enso Gonzalez, Yerson Mosquera, Leon ChiwoneSuspensions: Matheus Cunha More

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      Fuming Enzo Maresca CANCELS Chelsea stars’ day off after they are embarrassed by U21s team

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      ENZO MARESCA cancelled a day off for senior Chelsea stars after they flopped in a training session with the club’s U21s.The first-team players who did not go away on international duty were supposed to enjoy a rest on Thursday.Enzo Maresca cancelled a day off for his senior Chelsea stars after a loss to the U21sCredit: GettyBut Maresca was so incensed by the standards he witnessed during Wednesday’s session that he changed his mind and demanded they show up again at the club’s base in Cobham.The Italian told the players in no uncertain terms that he would not tolerate any slacking off as Chelsea approach the business end of the season.The Blues boss made it clear that he expected every member of his squad to give the maximum as the team chase Champions League qualification and Europa Conference League glory.During the international break Maresca worked with the first-team squad members who remained at the club after the likes of captain Reece James and Enzo Fernandez joined up with their countries.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the Blues boss was bitterly disappointed to see Chelsea youngsters outwork and outperform senior stars.It was claimed that a team made up of under-21 players and even some from the under-16s won 3-0 against a side whose core was first-teamers.Donnell McNeilly, of the Under-21s, was said to have scored twice, with Chizzy Ezenwata, 16, claiming the other.But it is understood there was no formal match and the action was part of a stop-start training session.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSNevertheless Maresca was upset enough with what he saw to punish the first teamers and lay down a marker for the rest of the season.A number of Chelsea’s international stars returned to training today [FRI] and the standards are believed to have been much higher.Chelsea transfer target gets instantly booked for pointless skill as all out brawl is sparked in derby clash Players who were unavailableInternational Duty:Enzo FernandezFilip JorgensenMoises CaicedoLevi ColwillReece JamesPedro NetoMarc CucurellaJosh AcheampongTyrique GeorgeMathis AmougouInjured:Cole PalmerNicolas JacksonNoni MaduekeOmari KellymanSuspended:Mykhailo MudrykThe Blues are back in action next Thursday with a London derby against Tottenham.Meanwhile off the pitch Chelsea’s estranged owners are united in their mission to demolish Stamford Bridge.Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali have put aside their differences to agree to pursue a completely new stadium instead of redeveloping their current home.But it remains to be seen if Chelsea will stay at the Bridge during construction of a new ground.Boehly is believed to favour building a new stadium at Earl’s Court, while Twickenham could end up being used as a temporary home. More