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      ‘What a weekend he’s having’ say fans as Tamworth GK Jas Singh puts on stunning performance hours after birth of his son

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      JAS SINGH was the toast of footie fans for his incredible display in Tamworth Town’s FA Cup third-round clash Tottenham.The 34-year-old goalkeeper was between the sticks for the National League side just hours after his partner gave BIRTH.Tamworth Town keeper Jas Singh revealed his partner had given birth to his son just hours before their Fa Cup clash with TottenhamCredit: X @itvfootballThe 34-year-old building surveyor produced a series of incredible displays in the matchCredit: AlamyFootie fans took to social media to hail Singh for his stellar showingCredit: RexBut the building surveyor produced a series of incredible saves to help The Lambs take the Premier League big boys to extra time.His stunning denial of Timo Werner in the 64th minute was the pick of the bunch and received heaps of praise from footie fans.One said of Singh on X: “What a weekend he’s having.”Another said: “What a special weekend for Jas Singh, celebrating both a new arrival and football success!”READ MORE ON TAMWORTHAnd another said: “Jas Singh is a hero.”One remarked: “Jas Singh having an all-timer of a match here.”Another chimed in: “Jas Singh has been fantastic in goal for Tamworth.”Representing the South Asian community.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSingh stunned TV viewers in a pre-match interview by revealing his other half had welcomed a son into the world just hours before kick-off.He told ITV: “My partner gave birth to my son last night. So, hopefully, they’re watching in hospital ths morning.”Tamworth vs Tottenham kick-off DELAYED as players get piggyback to tape up net after spotting hole in goalReflecting on the magnitude of the tie, he said: “It’s surreal, really. It’s a historic day for everyone involved.” And hopefully the players can do it justice and put in a performance.”It’s only a good day for us players if we put in a performance.”We said that against Huddersfield, we said that against Burton. “We don’t want to come here and get turned over.”We want to enjoy ourselves by giving them a good game and have them walk off the pitch knowing they’ve had a great game.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTamworth’s incredible resistance was broken in extra-time.An own goal from Nathan Tshikuna and strikes from Dejan Kulusevski and Brenann Johnson spared the visitors’ blushes and handed them a 3-0 win. More

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      Why are Man Utd not wearing their home shirts against Arsenal in the FA Cup?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are not wearing their traditional red colours against Arsenal today.But that is despite the Gunners NOT using their usual red home kit.Man Utd are wearing their dark blue shirtsCredit: GettyWhile Arsenal are all in whiteCredit: GettyArsenal vs Man Utd LIVEWhy are Man Utd not wearing their home shirt?As has been the case in the FA Cup third round over the past three seasons, the Gunners are instead going to play in an all-white kit produced by kit suppliers adidas.The special edition shirt is the regular home kit but with every aspect in white with a black outline for the Arsenal badge and numbers as part of of the club’s No More Red campaign to raise awareness of knife crime and youth violence in the capital.Last season, Liverpool defeated Arsenal in the FA Cup third round at the Emirates.Liverpool wore purple at the Emirates last seasonCredit: GettyAnd instead of wearing their red home colours, the Merseysiders wore their purple third choice kit in a show for solidarity for Arsenal’s No More Red campaign.United wore their dark blue away shirts at the Emirates for the 2-0 Premier League loss in December with the Gunners in their home red that night, and the club have confirmed they will wear blue again today.Arsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAFTER drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time Arsenal and Manchester United have faced off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United.Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.The Gunners and adidas do not make the white shirt available for fans to buy.Instead, the club award versions to individuals who are making a positive difference in the local community and the campaign has also previously raised funds for investment in youth facilities in Islington.Most read in FA CupWhat FA Cup third round games are on TV?Thursday, January 97pm – Sheffield United vs Cardiff City (BBC Wales)7.45pm – Everton vs Peterborough United (BBC iPlayer)7.45pm – Fulham vs WatfordFriday, January 107.45pm – Wycombe Wanderers vs Portsmouth8pm – Aston Villa vs West Ham United (ITV1, ITVX and STV)Saturday, January 1112pmBristol City vs Wolverhampton WanderersBirmingham City vs Lincoln CityMiddlesbrough vs Blackburn Rovers12.15pmLiverpool vs Accrington Stanley (ITV1, ITVX and STV)3pmExeter City vs Oxford UnitedPreston North End vs Charlton AthleticAFC Bournemouth vs West Bromwich AlbionReading vs BurnleySunderland vs Stoke CityNottingham Forest vs Luton TownBrentford vs Plymouth ArgyleNorwich City vs Brighton & Hove AlbionChelsea vs Morecambe (BBC Extended Highlights)Leicester City vs Queens Park Rangers (BBC Extended Highlights)5.45pmMan City vs Salford City (BBC One and iPlayer)Leeds United vs Harrogate Town (BBC iPlayer)6pmLeyton Orient vs Derby CountyCoventry City vs Sheffield WednesdayMansfield Town vs Wigan AthleticSunday, January 1212pmHull City vs Doncaster Rovers12.30pmTamworth vs Tottenham Hotspur (ITV1, ITVX and STV)3pmArsenal vs Man Utd (BBC One and iPlayer)Newcastle United vs Bromley (BBC iPlayer)Ipswich Town vs Bristol RoversCrystal Palace vs Stockport County4.30pmSouthampton vs Swansea City (BBC Wales)READ MORE SUN STORIESMonday, January 137.30pm – Millwall vs Dagenham & Redbridge (ITV4 and ITVX) More

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      Arsenal vs Man Utd live stream FREE: How to watch FA Cup clash today

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      ARSENAL and Manchester United will go head-to-head in the FA Cup third round – and fans can watch it for FREE!The Gunners will be looking to improve on their Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg 2-0 defeat to Newcastle.Arsenal were beaten in the Carabao Cup in midweekCredit: GettyRuben Amorim’s best chance of leading Man Utd to Europe could be a cup winCredit: GettyArsenal vs Man Utd LIVEMikel Arteta complained about the EFL ball after the match despite his side scoring 11 goals in the three previous rounds.He will be happy to know that it will be a Mitre ball instead of the Puma one used in the defeat to the Magpies against the Red Devils.Manchester United, however, will be keen to retain their FA Cup title after an abysmal first half of the season.New manager Ruben Amorim is unlikely to guide the team to a European qualification spot in the Premier League.Therefore, a cup run could be the club’s best chance of European football next season.And SunSport can reveal how fans can watch the entire action for free below.How to watch Arsenal vs Man United for FREEArsenal’s thrilling FA Cup third-round tie against United will be broadcast live for FREE for TV licence holders on BBC One in the UK.Fans also have the option to stream all entire action on BBC iPlayer, which is available to download via any compatible mobile device or tablet.Alternatively, tune in to SunSport’s comprehensive live blog for all the action as it happens.Kick-off for the huge match is scheduled to get underway at 3pm GMT on Sunday, January 12.What other FA Cup games are happening today?There are six more games happening today in the FA Cup including Tottenham’s visit to non-league side Tamworth.Hull City vs Doncaster – 12pmTamworth vs Tottenham Hotspur – 12.30pm (ITV1 & ITVX)Newcastle vs Bromley – 3pm (BBC iPlayer)Ipswich Town vs Bristol Rovers – 3pmCrystal Palace vs Stockport County – 3pmSouthampton vs Swansea City – 4.30pmTomorrow’s FA Cup fixtureThe FA Cup third round is not over today with one more to be played on Monday.Millwall vs Dagenham and Redbridge – 7.30pm More

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      Why are Arsenal wearing a white shirt at home against Man Utd in the FA Cup? 

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      ARSENAL will ditch their traditional red shirts for an all-WHITE kit against Manchester United.The change comes despite the Gunners playing at home in the FA Cup third-round clash on Sunday.Arsenal will wear an all-white kit against Manchester United in the FA CupCredit: Arsenal FCIt is not the first time they’ve ditched red for white in the FA CupCredit: Arsenal FCArsenal vs Man Utd LIVEArsenal will be looking to bounce back from their midweek Carabao Cup semi-final defeat to Newcastle.Mikel Arteta’s side fell to a 2-0 defeat against the Magpies, with the coach later complaining about the ball that was used. United should come into the game full of confidence after an unexpected 2-2 draw with Liverpool last weekend.read more arsenal newsRuben Amorim’s side had lost four in a row but were unlucky not to pick up all three points at Anfield.Why are Arsenal wearing a white kit against Man Utd?Arsenal will wear the changed unique kit as part of the club’s stand against knife crime and youth violence.The club first started the campaign in January 2022 when they wore an all-white kit away at Nottingham Forest.Lewis Grabban scored the only goal of the game as the hosts claimed a famous 1-0 victory.Most read in FA CupThey’ve worn it every year since in the FA Cup third round, including a 3-0 win over Oxford United and in the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool a year ago.The campaign is called No More Red and provides opportunities for connection and safe spaces for young people.Once again, they have teamed up with Adidas to build on work being done by the Arsenal in the Community initiative.Mikel Arteta bizarrely appears to blame Carabao Cup BALL for Arsenal’s missed chances as trophy drought set to continueArsenal star Declan Rice has insisted that the shirt adds to the “special connection” to the fansHe said: “There’s an immense pride you feel when you pull on the No More Red shirt.”Having such a special connection with our supporters in our community gives us a real understanding of the people we’re representing and the role we can have as players in raising awareness around issues such as youth crime and violence.”Their stories give us inspiration which fuels our performances.”Our community drives us forward, and we win together.”The head of Arsenal in the Community, Freddie Hudson also spoke about the campaign.He added: “Knife crime and serious youth violence is incredibly complex.”We don’t have the solution to fix the problem, but we know our work with adidas is helping keep young people safe and create opportunities for more positive futures. “It’s important we continue to invest in safe spaces where we engage young people facing multiple challenges as they navigate their way through their lives.”This is where trust is built, and positive relationships develop with our staff.”Being part of something positive like No More Red creates an important sense of belonging.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The safe spaces and trusted relationships lead to connections and opportunities like volunteering, education and employment.”Over time, we see young leaders emerge from our projects to inspire and influence other young people to make good life choices.” More

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      AC Milan hit by little-known rule which means they CANNOT sign both Marcus Rashford and Kyle Walker in transfer window

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      AC MILAN must choose between Kyle Walker and Marcus Rashford as a little-known rule stops them from signing both.The two England stars have been linked with January loan moves to the Italian giants.Kyle Walker is looking to leave Man CityCredit: AlamyMarcus Rashford wants out of Man Utd on loan this monthCredit: GettyItalian papers say Milan want Rashford and WalkerSunSport understands Walker is wanted by Inter Milan, with La Gazzetta dello Sport reporting that their city rivals are also keen.But Milan cannot bring him and Rashford to the Rossoneri together due to Serie A rules.The club has just one spot remaining in their squad for a British player following a change in regulations after Brexit.Restrictions say Italian teams can only bring in two non-EU squad members each year, with one bonus English or Albanian ace permitted.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMilan signed Serbian international Strahinja Pavlovic and Brazil star Emerson Royal in the summer to fill their two non-EU slots.And with just their bonus English spot available, the San Siro club must therefore choose Walker or Rashford.The rules state: “Serie A clubs only, while respecting the current laws on foreign worker entry flows into Italy, the registration of only one British professional footballer and one Albanian professional footballer per club, coming from abroad, is allowed, outside the limitations provided.”New players with British or Albanian citizenship, registered as per the above, may transfer exclusively to other Serie A clubs during the 2024/2025 season, in a transfer period different from the one in which they were registered coming from abroad.”Walker has been linked with a move away from Manchester City and boss Pep Guardiola revealed yesterday that he is willing to quit the champions.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSGuardiola said: “Two days ago, Kyle asked to explore the option to play abroad.”Saudi Arabia clubs are also keen on Walker and they are supposedly ready to pay him £400,000-a-week.Which football clubs could Marcus Rashford join?But SunSport understands a move to Middle East is not being considered as Walker wants to earn a place in England’s 2026 World Cup squad.As for Rashford, there is strong interest from Milan about a loan deal.His agent and brother Dwaine flew to Italy to meet with chiefs last week.The Manchester United man’s former team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic plays a key role in Milan’s recruitment. But SunSport understands Rashford’s whopping £325,000-a-week wages are proving a major stumbling block.The Red Devils may have to pay half of his wages to facilitate his move away.Closer to home, West Ham and Tottenham are reportedly keen on Rashford.The player has expressed his desire to leave Old Trafford, having not featured in any of United’s last six games.Rashford revealed his intention to quit last month, saying: “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.”When I leave it’s going to be, ‘No hard feelings.'”You’re not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. That’s me as a person.”If I know that a situation is already bad I’m not going to make it worse.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve seen how other players have left in the past and I don’t want to be that person.”When I leave, I’ll make a statement, and it will be from me.” More

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      Tamworth vs Tottenham kick-off DELAYED as players get piggyback to tape up net after spotting hole in goal

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      TOTTENHAM’S FA Cup tie at Tamworth was delayed by around five minutes after a hole was spotted in one of the goal nets.When the issue was identified, Tamworth players worked together to fix it and get the game going.Tamworth players worked together to fix the issueCredit: ITVA hole in the goal was spotted ahead of the matchCredit: ITVZara shop assistant Beck-Ray Enoru eventually fixed the problemCredit: ITVTamworth ace Beck-Ray Enoru got up on team-mate Jordan Cullinane-Liburd’s shoulders to use sellotape on the net.Earlier this week, SunSport revealed that Enoru works as a shop assistant for Zara, alongside being a part-time footballer.Cullinane-Liburd told SunSport of Enoru: “Best and most energetic dancer. Dances a crazy lot for someone who doesn’t drink.”Might be something to do with 12 Red Bulls he downs on team nights out.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTottenham boss Ange Postecoglou saw the funny side of the incident, laughing as he waited for play to get underway.The Aussie’s dugout had Tamworth supporters crammed in right behind it.Postecoglou, 59, selected several high-profile stars for the cup tie.The likes of James Maddison, Yves Bissouma and Brennan Johnson all started the David vs Goliath clash.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAhead of the game, SunSport revealed the inside of the away dressing room that would be occupied by Spurs stars.The tiny Portakabin houses one L-shaped bench, a battered and torn massage table, one rickety tactics board, a plastic bin and a portable electric heater.Why Daniel Levy will be fed PIE & CHIPS with Tottenham in for FA Cup shock at part-time TamworthSpurs came into the game fresh from beating Liverpool 1-0 in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.On Wednesday night they will return to Premier League action against Arsenal.Tamworth fans crammed in behind Ange PostecoglouCredit: ITV More

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      Kyle Walker, 34, lined up for shock Inter Milan loan transfer in January window after asking to quit Man City

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      WANTAWAY ace Kyle Walker is being lined up for a sensational loan move to Inter Milan, SunSport can reveal.The Manchester City star, 34, dramatically asked to quit the club for a move abroad.Kyle Walker is ready to swap Man City for Inter MilanCredit: GettyAnd SunSport now understands Inter Milan are leading the chase for the England right-back.Representatives for the player have been in contact with the Serie A giants and a deal is being thrashed out.Walker’s desire to leave the Etihad was announced by boss Pep Guardiola after their 8-0 mauling of Salford in the FA Cup.Pep revealed he was left out of the third-round thrashing after informing the club of his wish to leave.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA source said: “It’s fast moving but the deal is on the table and it’s being worked on.”A loan move to Inter Milan will give Kyle the opportunity to start afresh.”His difficulties off the pitch are well documented and he needs space to reset.”He simply can’t get that in the Premier League.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”The club and his agent are in touch with Inter Milan and there’s an expectation this deal can be done quickly.”Walker is desperate to reach 100 caps for the Three Lions and currently has 93.Roy Keane fumes at ’embarrassing’ Kyle Walker dive during Man City’s clash against Man UtdHe would need to make the plane for the World Cup next year to become the first black footballer to get a century of caps.The source added: “He hasn’t given up on that dream.”That’s why Saudi is and always has been a non-starter. Kyle is a fierce competitor.”He wants to leave a legacy at the end of his career.”Walker went to see director of football Txiki Begiristain on Thursday to seek an exit from the Etihad.Guardiola said: “Two days ago, Kyle asked to explore the option to play abroad.”He asked after the Treble, when Bayern Munich wanted him, but the offer was not good enough.”I prefer to play players whose mind is here. Kyle asked to explore but it doesn’t mean it’s going to happen because you never know.”We cannot understand the success that the club had these years without Kyle. It is impossible.”He has been our right-back and given us something we didn’t have. He’s been amazing.”But now in his mind, for many reasons, he would like to explore if he can go to another country to play his last years.”Asked if Walker would be granted his wish if he said he wanted to leave, Guardiola said: “Of course. I’m convinced there’s no one in our job that doesn’t want to be here, who can perform and be exactly what they want to be.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWalker has won 17 major honours with City since his £50million move from Tottenham in 2017.His accolades include six Prem titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups and the Champions League. More

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      Work restarts on ‘world’s greatest football stadium’ that had been abandoned for 16 years as £250m revamp is agreed

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      VALENCIA are set to restart work on their Nou Mestalla stadium… 16 years after they were supposed to move in.The skeleton of what was meant to be the “world’s greatest football stadium” has been lying dormant since work was halted in 2009.Valencia have recommenced work on Nou MestallaCredit: X @valenciacfThe LaLiga club have unveiled a new designCredit: X @valenciacfStunning images have been releasedCredit: X @valenciacfThe stadium will eventually hold more than 70,000 peopleCredit: X @valenciacfThe LaLiga side had been hoping to move out of their traditional Mestalla home in 2009.But after gathering debts of more than £350million by 2008, the project was sidelined.After many false dawns, plans to recommence construction work are finally gathering speed.Valencia have unveiled their latest new design for the stadium – the sixth since 2006.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLClub president Lay Hoon Chan boldly proclaimed: “We’re not just building a stadium, we’re building a monument.”The Singaporean, 60, also added that the stadium will act as a “beacon of hope” for the city.Valencia are working with the same contractor as they agreed a deal with in 2007.They hope for the new stadium to be ready in time for the 2027-28 season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNou Mestalla has been lying abandoned for 16 yearsCredit: GettyValencia want the stadium ready for the 2027-28 seasonCredit: X @valenciacfThey also hope to be included in the 2030 World CupCredit: X @valenciacfThere will be 3,000 hospitality seatsCredit: X @valenciacfIt will boast a capacity of 70,044 – significantly more than their current 49,000-seater home.Around 3,000 VIP seats will be included, and the stadium will be able to host top events by meeting Uefa’s highest criteria.’I was nowhere near that level’ – Gary Neville reveals how three La Liga bosses left him humiliated at ValenciaValencia are said to be taking out a new £270m loan from Goldman Sachs in order to help finance the project.They plan to begin paying back their loan in 2027, across a period of 20-25 years.Valencia has so far missed out on being one of 11 host cities for the 2030 World Cup.But tournament chiefs could slip them in at the last minute, should Nou Mestalla be built according to plan this time.On the pitch, Valencia have suffered badly in recent seasons.Not long ago mainstays of Uefa competitions, they currently find themselves languishing bottom of LaLiga with just two wins from 19 games.READ MORE SUN STORIESLast month, club icon Ruben Baraja was sacked as boss.They moved quickly to replace him with West Brom manager Carlos Corberan, who has now been tasked with keeping the fallen giants in LaLiga.Carlos Corberan is Valencia’s new bossCredit: Getty More