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      Arsenal dubbed the ‘new STOKE CITY’ live on Amazon Prime by Man Utd legend as incredible heat maps revealed

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      DIMITAR Berbatov has christened Arsenal “the new Stoke City” after their corner masterclass against Manchester United.The Gunners, who sit third in the Prem, eased to a 2-0 win over United thanks to two goals from corners last night.Jurrien Timber broke the deadlock in the 54th minute with a deft headerWilliam Saliba unknowingly scored the Gunners’ secondArsenal dropped to third in the Prem, below Chelsea on goal differenceDimitar Berbatov watched on as Arsenal scored two goals from corners against UnitedInternet jokers mocked Mikel Arteta up as Tony PulisJurrien Timber broke the deadlock when he glanced Declan Rice’s corner beyond Andre Onana in the 54th minute.Arsenal then doubled their lead in similar fashion, this time from the opposite side when Bukayo Saka’s back-post delivery was headed back across by Thomas Partey, with William Saliba providing the finishing touch.Arsenal have scored 22 goals from set-pieces since the start of last season – more than any other team in Europe.And Mikel Arteta’s side are showing no signs of slowing down.READ MORE ON ARSENALBut that has led to some stark comparisons from Berbatov, who suggested Arsenal are the modern day version of Tony Pulis’ finest.Former United star Berbatov said on Amazon Prime: “Probably the Premier League is the only league in the world where you have so many players around the goalkeeper, pushing, shoving, making chaos.”Normally it is going to be a foul. Not here. You need to be strong.”And that’s probably why Ruben Amorim was watching from the side, he was like, ‘What is going on with my keeper?’Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”You need to work on that. As we joke, Arsenal are the new Stoke City, right? Depending on set-pieces, which can give you the win, as it was today.”Gabriel has already scored three Prem goals from set-pieces this season, but his absence wasn’t missed as he sat out with a minor knock.Gary Neville fumes at Arsenal’s ‘most annoying man in football’ – but Jamie Carragher says he’s worth £25,000-a-weekDeclan Rice’s map shows red at the corner flagArsenal’s first goal came from a Declan Rice corner, met by Jurrien TimberArsenal closed the gap to seven points on Prem leaders Liverpool after the Reds drew 3-3 away at Newcastle on the same night.Arteta has built a huge side capable of mixing it physically with any rival – including 6ft 4in duo William Saliba and Kai Havertz, along with fellow giants Mikel Merino, David Raya, Riccardo Calafiori, Gabriel, Ben White, Declan Rice and Thomas Partey.Summer signing Merino, who is 6ft 2in, said: “It is crazy. I am in the corridors of the training ground just walking, and back at my old club I used to be one of the tallest, so everyone was smaller than me.“Now, I look around and everyone is taller than me. We look like a basketball team.”Stoke, meanwhile, prided themselves on their physicality under Pulis during his reign from 2006 to 2013.Rory Delap’s long throw was often their main ammunition when it came to creating chances.Stoke’s Prem set-piece goal ratio under former manager Pulis was 43.1 per cent – 81 from a total of 188 goals.While Arsenal’s ratio accounts for 25.2 per cent of their 119 league goals.Stoke were famed for their physical approach to Prem matches under Tony PulisRice and Saka have the most assists from set plays since the start of last season (seven).Some believed Arsenal’s opener – again from a corner – against West Ham on Saturday should’ve been ruled out.Timber appeared to have fouled Lucas Paqueta, who covered the near post and could have easily headed the cross away.Former Prem ref Mark Halsey told SunSport: “Regarding decisions when a goal is scored. Was it a foul? Was it not a foul?”For me, I think it was a clear free-kick. And I’m surprised that VAR didn’t recommend a review.”Arsenal have scored 41 corner goals in the top-flight since the summer of 2021, seven more than anyone else.It was the first time in 10 years that United conceded two goals from corners in a Prem match.The last time was when Samuel Eto’o scored twice in Chelsea’s 3-1 win in January 2014.Arsenal often line up at the back post and then flood goal line for their corner routinesThe Gunners are set piece specialistsCredit: GettyBukayo Saka’s heat map shows significant movement at the corner spot on the right hand sideAmoirm, meanwhile, said: “The set pieces changed the game. We could’ve been more aggressive towards the Arsenal box. “Until the set pieces the game didn’t have too many opportunities for both sides, the set pieces killed the game.”They can put a lot of players near the goalkeeper and it’s almost impossible to fight for the ball but we have to manage to defend them and we already know we have to be better.”We were committed and we lost to the set pieces.”There were just five shots in the opening 45 minutes — three for Arsenal and two for United. It marked the fewest shots in the first half of any top-flight fixture so far this season.Meanwhile, former Everton gaffer and current Portugal boss Roberto Martinez backed Berbatov’s comments.He said on Amazon Prime: “We all suffered Stoke. I think it is a great credit to remember Tony Pulis.”READ MORE SUN STORIESChelsea climbed above Arsenal on goal difference, as a result of their 5-1 win at Southampton.And the Red Devils dropped to 11th with Nottingham Forest travelling to Old Trafford on Saturday.Rory Delap’s long throw was often utilised by Stoke during their time under PulisRuben Amorim suffered his first defeat as Man Utd managerArsenal ratings vs Manchester UnitedARSENAL were comfortable 2-0 winners over Manchester United at the Emirates thanks to two goals from set-pieces.Check out how the players rated…DAVID RAYA – 7/10One of his poorer games with ball at feet, scuffing clearances when he is usually so pin-point.All that can be forgotten after a stunning fingertip stop to keep out De Ligt’s looping header.OLEKSANDR ZINCHENKO – 7A reminder of why he is such a valuable squad player these days. Came in from out of the cold with a solid and resolute performance at the back.The only blip was a lapse in concentration meaning he was forced to foul Amad and pick up a needless yellow card.WILLIAM SALIBA – 9Missed his defensive partner but you wouldn’t know it. Cool and calm under pressure with some nice turns and drives up the pitch.So he deserved his luck for his goal to make it 2-0 – Partey’s header from a corner deflecting off his backside.JAKUB KIWIOR – 8Struggled physically against Hojlund from United goal kicks and long balls, often letting the ball bounce instead of attacking it aerially like Gabriel does.Saying that, he grew into his role and really put in a shift under pressure, even getting high fives from Saliba at one point.JURRIEN TIMBER – 8Link-up with Saka down the right flank was not as fluid as in recent weeks, yet he was brave to win the flick on to open the scoring in the second half.Switched to left-back late on, showing off further his versatility and usefulness to Arteta and ArsenalTHOMAS PARTEY – 7Missed a sitter from a near-post corner that he shouldered wide early on and continued to have one of those games in midfield, giving up possession time after time with sloppy passes.Moved to right back with 20 minutes left only to help double their lead with his header for Saliba.DECLAN RICE – 7Struggled to assert his authority in the first half but fixed that after the break, providing the whipped corner assist for Timber.MARTIN ODEGAARD – 7Leads by example, even if he cannot sprinkle a big of magic into proceedings. His pressing and all-round work rate was more important in this one.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 6Shinned a decent chance from six yards after United failed to clear a corner. Was committed in defence in the second half to help out Zinchenko against Amad.BUKAYO SAKA – 7Pushed Malacia back and Arsenal up the pitch with his great runs in behind, a constant threat.His corner abilities – teeing up Saliba’s gaol – is just another string to his bow.KAI HAVERTZ – 6A real quiet one from the German, not that he had much service to feed off. Wore out his boots with plenty of running and battled with De Ligt and Maguire well.Missed a glorious chance to wrap up the game in a one-on-one with Onana.SUBS:MIKEL MERINO (ZINCHENKO, 70) – 7Leaped brilliantly from yet another corner unmarked and no clue how he didn’t find the bottom corner.LEANDRO TROSSARD (MARTINELLI, 70) – 6A couple of breakaways almost created openings. The added energy down the left was well received.JORGINHO (ODEGAARD, 90) – N/A More

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      Dan Walker breaks silence on Match Of The Day talks after becoming new favourite to replace Gary Lineker

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      THE race for Gary Lineker’s job presenting Match Of The Day is gathering pace.But his hotly tipped replacement, Dan Walker, who has returned to football programming for Prime Video, insists there’s only one of Gary’s jobs he fancies – being the face of Walkers crisps.Dan Walker has broken his silence on Match Of The Day talks after becoming a new favourite to replace Gary LinekerCredit: SplashGary, 63, revealed in November he will leave the programme at the end of the seasonCredit: X @BBCMOTDAsked about the rumours he’s in line for the BBC One’s flagship show at the TRIC Christmas lunch, former Football Focus host Dan said: “Match Of The Day is a brilliant programme and I love it and I’m going to cover football now.“But If there’s something Gary’s got that I would like, it’d be his crisp contract.“Because, you know, my surname, it couldn’t be any better, could it?”Gary, 63, revealed in November he will leave the programme at the end of the season after 25 years as host.READ MORE ON GARY LINEKERA number of names have been linked with the vacancy including Mark Chapman, Kelly Cates, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Kelly Somers.Regular Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards are also in the frame.Recent data showed Shearer to be the viewers’ preference to succeed Lineker.But it appears ex-Manchester City right-back Richards, 36, has been dismissed by Lineker.Most read in FootballSpeaking on The Rest Is Football, Richards attempted to rule himself out of the running.He said: “You know what, can I just get this out there, right.Dan Walker reveals snow disaster as he’s forced to abandon car”When people are saying Micah Richards is potentially going to take over a presenter, I think it’s a massive disrespect to all the presenters out there. There’s so many talented people.”Just because I’m a pundit, I can give insight to a player, I feel I know the game, I watch tactics.””But to take over presenting one of the most iconic shows, not just in sport, but that BBC’s ever had?”He then went on to add: “There’s so many others they can pick over me, I just can’t believe they would even put my name in the hat.”Lineker then playfully put Richards in his place by insisting there was no chance of him being chosen anyway.He said: “Micah, you can totally relax. I can assure you they won’t be asking you.”Chapman remains the favourite to replace Lineker.JILLY: I’M HOT FOR RIVALS 2IF THE raunchy action in Rutshire left you gagging for more Rivals, then Disney+ has an early Christmas present for you.Confirming my TV Biz exclusive, the streamer has said that a second series is on the way after the cliffhanger ending of the first.While it isn’t yet certain that David Tennant, Victoria Smurfit and Aidan Turner will return to their roles, writer Jilly Cooper, whose novel the series is based on, is thrilled at the news.Yesterday, she said: “Nearly 40 years after my novel Rivals was published, I’ve adored seeing the world fall in love with my beloved characters – Rutshire’s finest.“I’m orgasmic with excitement and cannot wait for the return of my superhero Rupert Campbell-Black and the rest of the characters in season two.”Well, that’s all just jolly super, isn’t it.IT’S WHO DARES WINGSThe nightclubs of London’s Soho in 1918 are brought alive to eye-popping effect in shots from upcoming BBC One drama Dope GirlsCredit: Sanne GaultThe series lifts the lid on a moment of sexual liberation, decadence and often intoxicating glamour as women took matters into their own handsCredit: © 2023 Sony Pictures TelevisionWHO would have thought you’d see such daring outfits just after World War One?The nightclubs of London’s Soho in 1918 are brought alive to eye-popping effect in these shots from upcoming BBC One drama Dope Girls.The series lifts the lid on a moment of sexual liberation, decadence and often intoxicating glamour as women took matters into their own hands to earn themselves a living.Single mother Kate Galloway, played by Julianne Nicholson, is at the centre of the capital’s exploding club scene as she sets up a nightspot to provide for her daughter Evie, and enters into a life of criminal activities under the nose of the police.Eliza Scanlen plays Violet Davies, one of the country’s first wave of female police officers, who is assigned to go undercover at the club and investigate the illicit goings-on.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe women she runs into include ballsy Billie Cassidy (Umi Myers), a dazzlingly bohemian dancer.Take your seats, ladies and gents, and tune in next year.MURDER IN ROYAL CIRCLESTHE makers of The Crown have landed their next royal project, The Lady.The four-part drama for ITV will tell the story of Jane Andrews, the Duchess of York’s former aide who was convicted of murder.With filming to begin next year in Grimsby and London, it will chart the rise and fall of Jane, who landed the plum role as the royal’s dresser after answering an advert in magazine The Lady.Her fall from grace began when she lost her job and fell in love with businessman Thomas Cressman, who she was later convicted of killing.Sian McWilliams, of production company Left Bank Pictures, said: “The Lady deftly explore the tragic series of events and poses the question – who is the real Jane Andrews?” More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Salah scores twice in draw with Newcastle, Chelsea thrash Saints and City win – updates

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      FOOTBALL fans were treated treated to a midweek special with a lorry load of blockbuster Premier League clashes earlier tonight. League leaders Liverpool scrapped for a point in an entertaining 3-3 draw with Newcastle.Manchester City beat Nottingham Forest to end their run of seven games without a win. Elsewhere, Chelsea kept up their unbeaten run in Premier League as they thrashed struggling Southampton 5-1. Kick off times: 7.30pm/8.15pm GMTTV/Stream FREE: Amazon Prime VideoFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…Not awareMikel Arteta insists he had no idea Liverpool had dropped points going into the final quarter of an hour of Arsenal’s game with Manchester United.Do we believe him?He told BBC Radio 5 Live: “I didn’t know as I was so happy celebrating in the dressing room.”We got that news, but it is difficult to win this league. It is still very early.”Copy linkCopiedNever an issue with PepKevin de Bruyne has rubbished rumours of a falling out with Pep Guardiola after starring for Manchester City in their win over Nottingham Forest.He told BBC Sport: “Today is hopefully a first step to improve.”It’s good to change the momentum. In some games we lost there were periods we weren’t playing bad.”I know a lot has been said. There have never been issues between me and Pep. He knows I’ve been struggling. It’s painful and uncomfortable. I want to be back on the pitch. I felt good at the start of the season. I’m working hard to get back with my body. Maybe it’s going to be an up and down moment from now.”Hopefully I can get back to my body with not much pain and then I’ll be fine.”Copy linkCopiedStill a couple of games to goIt’s been some midweek already – and it’s not finished there.Two more games to come on Thursday night:Fulham vs BrightonBournemouth vs TottenhamCopy linkCopiedLost outRuben Amorim says the concession of goals from set pieces killed the game and believed there was nothing in the game outwith that.He told Match of the Day: “The set pieces changed the game. We could’ve been more aggressive towards the Arsenal box. Until the set pieces the game didn’t have too many opportunities for both sides, the set pieces killed the game.”They can put a lot of players near the goalkeeper and it’s almost impossible to fight for the ball but we have to manage to defend them and we already know we have to be better.”We were committed and we lost to the set pieces.”Copy linkCopied’Special day’Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal could’ve scored more than the two they did from set pieces today on a special milestone for the club.He told Match of the Day: “A special day, 500 games in this stadium. We scored two set pieces, but we could’ve scored from open play many more. We lost two massive players for us in our backline but the team are still responding.”The game opened up a little bit and we looked a real threat. Very pleased. It’s a joy to play in this stadium with that energy, it’s something incredible.”It was one of the best [set-piece performances], we could’ve scored more and I’m very pleased with that.”Copy linkCopiedMad gameIt certainly was an eventful night at St James’ Park – and the stats back that up.Twice trailing, Liverpool thought they’d won it late on before Fabian Schar’s late equaliser.33 shots at goal across the night. Terrific.Copy linkCopied’Really proud’ Eddie Howe has revealed he’s proud of his players after a dramatic draw with Liverpool.He told Amazon Prime Sport: “How do I feel? Positive, that was much better from us. You know with the quality Liverpool have off the bench we could have an issue and that’s what happened.”But our mental quality came to the fore and we got the equaliser. We had chances to make it 2-0, we scored three goals and looked dynamic and energetic.”I am really proud. We went toe-to-toe and matched them, it’s our best of the season. Our gameplan was to be ourselves which is difficult against a team like Liverpool, it’s a delicate balance.”Copy linkCopiedBacking his keeperMore from Arne Slot, who has backed his goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher after his costly mistake for Newcastle’s late equaliser.He told BBC 5 Live: “He has done remarkably well for us and even today he was good for us.”Unfortunately, he misjudged the situation.”Copy linkCopiedSpeaking of O’NeilSpeaking after tonight’s drubbing, he said he has ‘no concerns’ about his position.He said: “It was nowhere what it takes to compete at this level. We spoke about the physicality and test it would bring and we didn’t manage to cope. “We gave ourselves no chance again in the game. To concede the first goal, not being able to get the wall in the right place after the work that goes in.“The amount of goals we concede and how vulnerable we look from direct play and when teams put us under pressure is something that needs fixing and incredibly quickly.“It’s going to take a lot of work to fix it.“There’s a large part of me and a large part of the players who need to fix it. We’re working very hard to make sure we do fix it.  “I understand it (the chants towards him) fully. I’ve been here for what feels like quite a long time now. We’ve had some incredible moments, we’ve achieved some incredible things, some away wins, Stamford Bridge, West Brom, the ease in which we were able to move away from relegation last year despite what everyone thought, and so far this esason we’ve not been able to replicate that and I’m happy to accept my part of the blame.“I have no idea (whether he’ll get the chance to continue). That’s not in my control. I have zero concerns about my position. I’ll give everything until I’m asked not to.”Copy linkCopiedManagers in troubleTell you something, it’s not been a great midweek for the managers under pressure.First Julen Lopetegui’s West Ham were thumped 3-1 at Leicester last night.Russell Martin watched his Southampton side ship five goals in a hammering from Chelsea.The only one to get a result was Sean Dyche, who inflicted huge pain on Gary O’Neil and Wolves, who must now be clinging onto his job given their current issues.Copy linkCopiedPep: “Win all that matters”Pep Guardiola admits tonight was just about getting three points, in any way possible.And he’s thrilled to have ‘incredible person’ Kevin de Bruyne back and available from the start – what a difference he makes.He told BBC Sport: “We won. All that matters. Today is a good day.”He [De Bruyne] played really good. Defensively he helped us a lot. Very good. I’m really pleased. “He’s an incredible person. What he’s done these years with us have been outstanding. When he’s fit, maybe he can’t play every three days, but hopefully he can help us like he has since coming from Germany.”Copy linkCopiedArne disappointementLiverpool surrendered two points at the top of the league after drawing 3-3 in a stunning game at St James’ Park.They twice came back from behind to lead 3-2 before Newcastle grabbed a 90th minute equaliser through Fabian Schar.And manager Arne Slot said: “Two times we were one goal down and then 3-2 up, so mixed feelings. “It feels like a disappointment to drop two points.“We were outstanding in the second half but not good enough in the first half. In the end maybe 3-3 was what the game deserved.“We made too many mistakes in the first half. We played a few times through them but the second half was so much better, we had much more dominance and control.“We had two very tough games and had one day less to recover than Newcastle. They were more intense, more aggressive and if you’re able to change the game in the second half, that’s a very positive thing.”Copy linkCopiedHow we standA look at how the Premier League table looks then after a bonkers Wednesday night.Arsenal closing the gap on Liverpool to seven points, though still trail second place Chelsea on goal difference.Man City keep pace with those after finally winning a game.Copy linkCopiedPremier League full time resultsOh what a night! Six games and 26 goals in a superb midweek special in the Premier League.Here’s tonight’s full time results: Everton 4-0 Wolves Man City 3-0 Nottingham Forest Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool Southampton 1-5 Chelsea Arsenal 2-0 Man UtdAston Villa 3-1 BrentfordCopy linkCopied’Stuck to the plan’Declan Rice hailed set piece coach Nico Jover as Arsenal scored both goals against Man Utd from set pieces.He told Amazon Prime Sport: “What a night. Manchester United have a new manager so we knew it would be a test. We stuck to the game plan and we could’ve had three or four.”When you go up for a corner it’s a chance to score a goal. To score both of them from corners, Nico [Jover, set piece coach] will be buzzing and I’m so happy. “It’s more just seeing clips and I know the weight I need to put on the ball and it’s just about repetition. I put a few good balls in and could’ve had a couple of assists so it was nice to get one.”Copy linkCopiedFull time view from Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkVilla cured their mid-season hiccups with a deserved victory to end their recent eight-game winless stutter.With Southampton next to visit Villa Park on Saturday, Unai Emery will be confident another home win will restore even more confidence.And he’ll be hoping to complete a busy week with a hat-trick of wins when Villa head to Leipzig on Champions League duty next week.Brentford’s dreams of playing in Europe will remain just that – until they cure their travel sickness.Copy linkCopiedFT! Aston Villa 3-1 BrentfordRogers, Watkins and Cash grabbing the goals as Villa end their winless run in emphatic fashion.Copy linkCopiedFT! Arsenal 2-0 Manchester UnitedHuge win for the Gunners who close the gap at the top.Ruben Amorim tasting defeat as Manchester United manager for the first time.Copy linkCopiedClosing stagesInto the latter stages now in the two later kick offs but the home sides both look in control.Arsenal will close the gap on leaders Liverpool with this result.Aston Villa will bring a long winless run to an end.Unless….Copy linkCopiedSecond half view of Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkMikkel Damsgaard has restored some pride for Brentford, who have picked up the pace after the break.The Dane pounced on Matty Cash’s headed clearance and cut inside Boubacar Kamara to slam the ball into the roof of Emi Martinez’s net to make it 3-1.Surely Villa couldn’t throw it away now …. could they?Copy linkCopied73 – GOAL! ARSENAL 2-0 Man UtdThe Gunners double their lead through WILLIAM SALIBA!Surprise, surprise – it’s from a corner! Saka swings it in this time from the right to find Partey all alone at the back post.He heads across the six-yard box and the ball flies into the back of the net off Saliba’s BACKSIDE and into the net.He jumps into the crowd, what a moment this could be!Copy linkCopiedWhat a save!What have we just seen!Stunning from David Raya, if slightly for the cameras.Arsenal’s attacking set pieces are good but they seemingly can’t defend them on this evidence as De Ligt looks to have equalised with a header on goal from 10 yards, only for Raya to spring to his left and keep it out on the goal line and claw it to safety.Cracking save and the Gunners still lead 1-0.Copy linkCopiedLatest scoresEverton 4-0 Wolves FTMan City 3-0 Nottingham Forest FTNewcastle 3-3 Liverpool FTSouthampton 1-5 Chelsea FTArsenal 1-0 Man Utd 67 minsAston Villa 3-1 Brentford 64 minsCopy linkCopiedFT! Everton 4-0 WolvesA memorable night for the Toffees who score four times to collect a vital three points.Less memorable for Craig Dawson who bags himself two own goals – yikes!Copy linkCopied54 – GOAL! Aston Villa 3-1 BRENTFORDComeback on at Villa Park? MIKKEL DAMSGAARD has one back…Villa don’t deal with a cross into the box and it’s helped on towards the back post where Damsgaard collects it near the byline.Villa are expecting the cross and the Bees’ man works room for himself inside the box onto his right foot and smashes beyond Martinez.Copy linkCopied More

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      Arsenal 2 Man Utd 0 LIVE RESULT: Timber & Saliba BOTH score from corners as Gunners close gap at the top – updates

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      ARSENAL handed new Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim his first defeat as they beat the Red Devils 2-0.Jurrien Timber and William Saliba both scored from second-half corners as the Gunners closed the gap on Liverpool at the top of the Premier League.Kick-off time: 8:15pm GMTLive stream/TV: Amazon Prime Video FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from the Emirates with our live blog below…Ruben needing change at Old TraffordYou cannot purely blame a manager for poor performances.The reality of the situation Ruben Amorim finds himself in is that he blessed with a squad who are just not up to the task.It is quite cliche but the league table does not lie.For the manager to put his stamp on this team, he needs to bring in players who can deliver his tactics.Copy linkCopiedQuestions will still be askedWhile it was mission accomplished for The Gunners this evening, there is still a long road ahead in this campaign.They need to work a way to create more chances against the bigger teams as they need to assert themselves.Whether the Spaniard plans on bringing a striker into the club in January, only time will tell.They need one if they plan on winning trophies.Copy linkCopiedRuben looking for winning formulaThe Portuguese manager will experience his first ‘festive period’ of fixtures in the Premier League.With many games to be played, there will be quick turnarounds between matches.Some tricky fixtures coming up, it will be a real baptism of fire for Ruben Amorim.Copy linkCopiedGunners needing to put run togetherMikel Arteta needs his side to continue their good form of late.Even without the influential Gabriel, they kept a clean sheet this evening against a lacklustre opponent.You can only beat who is put in front of you, Arsenal now move on to focussing on the challenge ahead.Copy linkCopiedDec’s crucial to Christmas spirits in North LondonDeclan Rice was awarded the man of the match award against Man Utd this evening in the 500th game at The Emirates.They forked out to bring Rice from West Ham and he wants to try and win some silverware here.To stand a chance of challenging for the title, they cannot afford to take their foot off the gas at all.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedNorwegian crucial to title challengeIf Arsenal are to keep pace with Liverpool and challenge for the Premier League title, Martin Odegaard is vital.He makes such a different to this side, pulling the strings and creating the chances for them to put sides away.Arteta will need to ensure that he stays injury-free for the remainder of the season.Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 2-0 Man UtdThe stats show that Arsenal were the more dominant side here tonight.Set pieces came to their aid once again.More importantly, they reduced the gap between them and Liverpool to 7 points after this win.Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 2-0 Man UtdThe referee brings the match to a close.Arsenal are the victors in North London.Plenty of work to do for Ruben Amorim.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd90+3. The win is all that mattered for Mikel Arteta and that is exactly what they have got.They deserved the victory, of the two teams, they were the only ones creating chances.It was not a great watch, the biggest cheer will be the final whistle for those who stayed.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd90+1. Almost another goal for Mikel Arteta’s side.Rice swings in the corner and it is scrambled off the line as Onana misses his punch.We are going to have four additional minutes.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd89. Declan Rice has been awarded the man of the match award.He has had two assists so far this evening from his corners. It seems more important that The Gunners secure all three points first.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd87. Man Utd opt to try a training ground move.Fernandes slides it into the path Antony in the box.His shot is straight at Raya but other than that, the move worked.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd85. Antony is fouled by Merino on the edge of the box.Chance for Fernandes to get a consolation goal for the visitors.That said, if they score now, we might have a game on our hands.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd83. Another big chance for The Gunners.Trossard tries to walk it into the net and the resulting tackle sees the ball break to Odegaard in the middle of the box.His shot is blocked and Havertz is penalised for a foul.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd81. Antony has come on for Hojlund now.The pair look like they do not have a goal between them in their locker.Some of great signings of the ten Hag era right there.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 2-0 Man Utd79. Ugarte is penalised for a foul on Saka out wide.Chance for Arsenal to put another dangerous cross into the box.De Ligt heads clear but The Gunners recycle it well.The move breaks down when Merino is caught offside,Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd77. Rice puts an inswinging corner in right under the crossbar.Onana punches it over for another one.As the cross comes in, Merino has a completely free-header but sends it wide of the target.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd75. Not the best goal you will ever see but that really does not matter right now for Mikel Arteta’s side.We have some wait at the moment as VAR checks the goal for offside.Check complete, the goal stands.Partey headed back across goal, it hit Saliba’s hip and ends in the back of the net.Copy linkCopiedGoal – William Saliba (Arsenal)Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd73. Rice looks to shoot from some distance.When he does this you can see it coming a mile off and usually a defender will slide in to block.Exactly what happened on this occasion. Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd71. Merino and Trossard come on for the hosts.Martinelli and Zinchenko make way for the changes.This game is still finely poised in North London.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd69. Man Utd are seeing more of the ball now.They are trying to be direct with passes forward but it is too easy for Arsenal to head clear.The Gunners are camped out in their own half.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd67. As the ball is clipped in, de Ligt heads it solidy towards goal.Raya watches it all of the way as he claws it out of the goal.It was a great save by the Spaniard.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd65. Although Arteta would take this result right now, this really has been a drab affair between the pair.Hopefully we are building to mammouth finish to this game.A second goal for The Gunners would surely put this game to bed.Amad is fouled making a beeline for the box and wins his side a free kick.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd63. Still plenty of this game left.If they have any will to win this game, they need to throw more players forward than they are now.It is all looking too easy for Arsenal out of possession.Copy linkCopied More

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      Cole Palmer reveals he failed PE in hilarious interview as fans tell Chelsea star to consider going into comedy

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      CHELSEA midfielder Cole Palmer left fans in stitches after revealing he failed PE at school.The 22-year-old took part in a “what’s in the box?” challenge for Amazon Prime Video this week ahead of Chelsea’s trip to Southampton on Wednesday.Cole Palmer revealed he failed PE in a recent interviewCredit: Instagram @primevideosportThe Chelsea ace admitted he did not enjoy any subjectsCredit: Instagram @primevideosportAfter correctly guessing a pencil case for one of the items, Palmer was asked about his experience at school.The interviewer questioned: “Were there any particular teachers or subjects that really spoke to you when you were a kid at school?”Without hesitation, Palmer responded: “No. None. Nah, not that I can remember.”No offence to the teachers but not really.”READ MORE ON CHELSEASomeone else from behind the camera then chimed in to ask: “PE surely?”But the Chelsea ace simply answered: “I failed PE.”Then asked if it was just the writing side of the subject that he didn’t pass, he added: “Everything. I don’t know how.”Palmer’s reply left fans in stitches, with one person taking to social media to write: “He’s a comedian off the field 😂.”Most read in FootballAnother commented: “Love how real he is 😂.”FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSPalmer has managed 14 goal contributions in 13 Prem games this seasonA third said: “Could be a comedian tell u that haha 😂😂.”While a fourth quipped: “How can you fail PE?”Cole Palmer scowls at reporter’s question as fans hail Chelsea star’s interviews as ‘one of a kind’ Palmer also left fans in hysterics by scowling and shutting down a reporter when asked about Chelsea’s title aspirations at the weekend.He said: “Nah, it is too early, man.”The midfielder has scored eight goals and provided six assists in 15 appearances for Chelsea so far this season.The Blues currently sit third in the Premier League table, level on points with Arsenal. More

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      Gabby Logan forced to apologise after Prime Video pundit deliberately swears following Man City’s collapse vs Feyenoord

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      GABBY LOGAN was forced to apologise during Amazon Prime Video’s live coverage of Manchester City’s Champions League clash with Feyenoord.It came after pundit Josie Henning swore on live TV during post-match coverage of City’s 3-3 draw at the Etihad.Pundit Josie Henning swore on live TV when talking about Man City’s collapse against FeyenoordCredit: Prime VideoGabby Logan was forced to apologise after Henning made a joke about itCredit: GettyCity were 3-0 up until the 75th minute before a catalogue of inexplicable defensive errors saw them throw away the lead.It marked Pep Guardiola’s side as the first team in competition history to be leading by three goals after 75 minutes to then go and fail to win, while it was also the first time the club had blown a 3-0 lead since May 1989 against Harry Redknapp’s Bournemouth.And while it ended City’s five-match losing run it now means they are winless in six, with Premier League leaders Liverpool up next on Sunday.Former Arsenal Women’s star Henning was part of Amazon’s coverage of the game alongside Gael Clichy and Stuart Pearce.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd while live on air the ex-Germany international said: “The situation is a little bit s***.”The 35-year-old then looked over at presenter Logan, and joked: “Gabby’s looking at me like oh my god she said it, but no it is the worst.”Logan could be seen smiling at the comment.Henning went on to explain: “You cannot deny this is not a mental problem.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Having and bringing the desire, you (Gael Clichy) said this earlier, until it’s not needed anymore and then you react a little bit sloppy, I think it’s a mental thing and you cannot deny it.”Speaking after the game, Guardiola admitted the result was a “difficult to swallow”.Guardiola left scratching his head as City blow 3-0 lead against FeyenoordThe 53-year-old said: “[It’s] difficult to swallow right now.”The game was good, we scored three and we could have scored more. At the end we are not stable enough to do it. We did a good game but then we were not able to control the last minutes.“We have to accept it for many circumstances. The team was so committed in many things. It happened today. We are not able to win games.“As a team we have always found a way to win games. Right now, after 3-0, other situations, it’s as if nothing happened. We could not score the fourth or fifth.“Unfortunately something happened and we were not strong enough and we have to avoid the mistakes.“Everybody knows the situations. We have to prepare and recover. Have a day off. “It has been, is being and will be a tough season for us. We have to accept it for many circumstances. The team was so committed in many things.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Unfortunately something happened and we were not strong enough and we have to try to avoid the mistakes.”The draw, which followed on from Man City’s 4-1 defeat away at Sporting Lisbon last time in the Champions League has left them in 15th in the table, with the Wednesday games still to be played. More

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      ‘This is sick, man’ says KSI as clip of USA President Donald Trump drinking Prime goes viral

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      KSI landed on some of the greatest free advertisement of all time when President-elect Donald Trump sipped from a Prime bottle. The YouTube superstar’s brand with former boxing opponent-turned-business partner Logan Paul has boomed since their 2022 launch. Donald Trump sipping from a bottle of PrimeKSI reacting to Trump drinking PrimeIn two years it has already soured past £1BILLION in sales with huge stars from football, boxing and music signed to the company. Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, world champion Terence Crawford and rapper Central Cee are all aligned with Prime. But little did KSI know, political powerhouse Trump and world’s richest man Elon Musk are fans as they drunk Prime at a UFC event. Reacting to the viral clip, KSI, 31, told SunSport: “I saw him drinking it, I saw Elon drinking it, and I was like, ‘This is sick, man. Let’s go.’READ MORE IN BOXING”I thought it was a cool moment, Trump is the President of the United States drinking Prime!”Drinking a creator’s drink. People don’t understand how f***ing mental that is.”KSI’s business portfolio ranges from boxing, Britain’s Got Talent judging and now heading up the newly-founded Ballers League. The league consists of six-a-side games with huge names to be involved from playing and managing – including John Terry and Gary Lineker. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKSI beamed: “You can already see 2025 is going to be huge. We announced Ballers League, I’m going to be president for that in the UK. “We also have Inside season two coming out next year on Netflix. I’ve got a fight coming up, I’ve got music coming out, YouTube’s booming. KSI’s manager Mams Taylor talks YouTuber’s next fight, Jake Paul talks and Tommy Fury rematch “Everything is booming around me. We have some cool things for Prime, cool things for Lunchly. “All my business and everything is going up and up and up and even with Misfits in general we have a huge card in January Till versus Fury. “I’ve been telling everybody 2025 is the year you’re going to be seeing me everywhere and I didn’t even mention TV. “I was a judge on Britain’s Got Talent, that’s going to come out next year as well. So it’s a lot going on!” This week KSI steps into the role of promoter ahead of the Misfits Boxing’s Supercard in Qatar live on DAZN PPV. And in a shock twist, KSI backed Slim Albaher, 30, to defeat his former friend-turned-rival AnEsonGib, 28, in the Middle East main-event. It comes after becoming tired of Gib’s verbal shots at Misfits. KSI said: “Me and Gib aren’t cool, we’re not friends.”And he wants to take down Misfits. I don’t care for him. I want slim to knock him out. Slim is a company man, that’s it. Simple as that.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m just trying to be as real as I can be. And people call me two-faced, I see online people calling me two-faced saying like I’m a backstabber this, this that.”Whatever man, I don’t really care I’m just being true to myself. So yeah, f*** Gib and Slim let’s go!”AnEsonGib, KSI and Slim AlbaherCredit: misfits boxing More

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      Clive Tyldesley reveals possible LAST live UK game that ‘won’t be dull’ months after ITV axed legendary commentator

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      LEGENDARY commentator Clive Tyldesley has revealed his final match on UK television could be as soon as next month.Tyldesley has worked in TV and radio for the last 32 years, covering both domestic and international football.Clive Tyldesley has revealed his final game commentating on UK TV could be next monthCredit: RexHe was axed by ITV after commentating on Euro 2024 but vowed to stay in broadcasting.The 70-year-old quickly snapped up a new job with US network CBS but kept his role with Amazon Prime where he covers the Premier League.However, because Amazon’s deal with England’s top flight set to expire soon, his final game commentating for UK audiences is quickly approaching.Tyldesley’s final Prem match for the channel could be Brighton’s clash with Brentford during the Christmas period.Read More in FootballSpeaking on the Anfield Wrap podcast, he explained: “What actually could be the final game I ever commentate for UK television is Brighton-Brentford. That won’t be dull.”That’s on 27 December. Amazon Prime, this is their final year, so the Premier League going forward is going back to a two-man cartel of Sky and TNT.”Amazon did not enter the running for Prem broadcast rights from 2025-26 onwards.Instead, Sky Sports and TNT Sports won the process and will continue sharing the rights.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAfter announcing his new job with CBS back in July, Tyldesley explained: “All I can do is keeping reviewing my own standards, keep making myself available.”If someone like CBS – who have given me a four-year contract to cover Champions League for the USA – show that sort of confidence in me then I can only assure you I will repay that faith by working bloody hard and trying to be as good as I can be.”Fans hail mark pougatch’s classy farewell to clive tyldesley live on tv as itv commentator bows out after 28 yearsUltimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here. More