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      Chelsea fans fume as Pochettino is booked for complaining after officials ‘forget the rules of football’

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      CHELSEA fans were left fuming after Mauricio Pochettino picked up a yellow card during the club’s 1-0 win over Brighton on Wednesday.The Blues boss was booked after complaining about an offside decision in the 92nd minute.
      Chelsea fans were fuming after Armando Broja, far right, was flagged offside despite being in his own halfCredit: Twitter @CarefreeJonty
      Mauricio Pochettino complained about the decision and was booked as a resultCredit: Getty
      Armando Broja was deemed to be in an offside position – even though he was in his own half.
      Rules state that it is not possible for a player to be offside in their own half, so Pochettino was furious about the decision.
      And his response led to him being penalised.
      Fans raged at the outcome, with one person tweeting: “Broja is offside here apparently. He’s in his own half. I want to laugh. But it’s genuinely not even funny. It’s pathetic.”
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      Another added: “And they had the gall to book Poch when he called it out. Unbelievable.”
      A third wrote: “Embarrassing officiating.”
      While a fourth fan commented: “I can’t lie, this Chelsea Vs Brighton match has to be one of the worst refereeing I’ve seen in recent times. Almost like the officials were working without a rule book.”
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      Several refereeing decisions raised eyebrows during Chelsea’s Carabao Cup clash with Brighton, with both sets of fans feeling aggrieved.
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      Blues midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu escaped a red card following a reckless challenge on Carlos Baleba.

      Nicolas Jackson, who scored the decisive goal shortly after half time, was then denied a second later in the game after he was deemed offside.
      However, replays appeared to show the striker was onside when played through by Cole Palmer.
      VAR was not in use throughout the game, which frustrated many supporters.
      Chelsea went on to win 1-0 thanks to a second-half strike from Jackson. More

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      Fans left stunned after ‘fanboy’ Haaland makes incredible request from rival Isak after Man City dumped out of cup

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      FOOTBALL fans were taken aback after Erling Haaland asked Alexander Isak for his shirt following Newcastle’s Carabao Cup win over Manchester City.Pep Guardiola’s Treble winners were dumped out of the competition on Wednesday evening as Isak scored the only goal of the game to hand the Toon a superb 1-0 victory.
      Erling Haaland asked for Alexander Isak’s shirt after handing him a Man City oneCredit: Twitter

      The Man City man looked thrilled to have received the jerseyCredit: Twitter
      The pair embraced in front of the cameras following the exchangeCredit: Twitter
      Haaland, 23, played no part in the match as he was left to watch on as an unused substitute.
      But he made his way onto the pitch at full-time for a word with Swedish match-winner Isak, 24.
      And he proceeded to ask the ex-Real Sociedad man for his shirt after handing him one of his own.
      This led to many people reacting on social media as they viewed it as a sign of respect from Haaland for Isak’s talent.
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      One said: “Erling Haaland absolutely desperate for Isak’s shirt. The boy with the world at his feet.”
      Another replied: “Haaland asking for Isak’s shirt there.. He knows who the main man is 👀.”
      A third added: “Haaland wanting Isak’s shirt. Game recognises game #fanboy.”
      While a fourth responded: “Haaland asking for Isak’s shirt. Even he knows who the GOAT is.”
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      Isak joined Newcastle from Sociedad at the beginning of last season for £63million.
      He has played 34 games for Eddie Howe’s side, scoring 14 goals and assisting another three.
      Haaland also joined Man City ahead of the 2022/23 campaign and has enjoyed a remarkable first year at the Etihad, contributing 60 goals and 11 assists in 62 matches.
      Meanwhile, Newcastle have been drawn away at Manchester United in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.
      It is the twelfth successive time the Red Devils have been handed a home cup tie. More

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      Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali heads to dressing room AGAIN but fails to crack a smile despite Blues’ win over Brighton

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      CHELSEA co-owner Behdad Eghbali re-entered the dressing room after the club’s 1-0 win over Brighton on Wednesday.The Stamford Bridge chief has paid a visit to Mauricio Pochettino and his players after every match he has attended this season.
      Chelsea clinched a 1-0 win over Brighton in the Carabao Cup on WednesdayCredit: AP
      Behdad Eghbali entered the dressing room after Chelsea’s win over BrightonCredit: Twitter @gary_cotterill

      He shook hands and greeted squad members and coaching staff following Chelsea’s 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday before being chased down by a group of angry supporters.
      And Eghbali returned to the dressing room following the club’s Carabao Cup win over Brighton.
      However, he still looked far from happy.
      Chelsea have endured a terrible start to the season.
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      They currently sit 14th in the Premier League table with just five points from six games.
      That’s despite the fact that over £1billion has been spent on players since Todd Boehly and Eghbali took over last summer.
      Boehly allegedly tore into the Chelsea squad following a 2-1 defeat to Brighton in April.
      He spent an HOUR ranting at the players before singling out a senior star.
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      However, Pochettino has made it clear that he is perfectly comfortable with the owners entering the dressing room.
      He said: “I like when the owners come. In all my career as a coach, at Espanyol, Southampton, Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain before and after. I think it is good that the owner came to the dressing room.
      “It’s the way they approach the player is important, if they are in a good way then they are very welcome. After my press conference after the game against Aston Villa, they came and chill with us, like normally.
      “Also against Liverpool, Luton, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa, they came with Paul and Laurence and Behdad.
      “We talk about the game. I don’t see it in a bad way. For me, it’s good always if they share with us and they can say hello to the players. It would be different if they came for a speech or something, but with the way that they came of course they are very welcome.
      “They own the club, they can do whatever they want. We are so glad they came and shared with us – even when it’s good things and we won the game, but even on Sunday where we lost and we are suffering.” More

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      Newcastle fans fume at Carabao Cup draw as they spot former Premier League rival ‘having a good look’ for their number

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      NEWCASTLE fans were left raging after they spotted ex-Sunderland star Don Goodman looking at the balls before drawing the Toon away at Manchester United in the Carabao Cup.Eddie Howe’s men booked their place in the fourth round on Wednesday evening with a superb 1-0 win over Manchester City at St James’ Park.
      Newcastle sealed their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round with a win over Man CityCredit: Getty

      Former Sunderland man Don Goodman proceeded to draw Newcastle against Man UtdCredit: Sky Sports
      Shortly after the match, they then received another tough tie in the shape of Man Utd at Old Trafford.
      It was conducted by Sky Sports presenter Emma Saunders, Celtic legend Neil Lennon and former Sunderland man Goodman, 57.
      And it was ex-Black Cats star Goodman who drew the away sides as he pulled out Newcastle’s No16 to hand them a trip to Man Utd.
      But eagle-eyed fans spotted him looking at the balls just before he drew the Magpies from the bowl.
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      And they were not happy with Goodman, who played for rivals Sunderland between 1991 and 1994, as the Newcastle faithful took to social media to vent their frustration.
      One person said: “What we have here ladies and gents is none other than ex Sunderland player Don Goodman having a good look for that number 16. Absolutely disgusting.”
      Another added: “Looks away after he puts 16 into his hand.. worst acting ever 😂😂.”
      A third replied: “That absolutely stinks.”
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      Goodman played for Sunderland for three years during the 1990sCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      While a fourth responded: “I love how he finds the ball and then pretends to not look!”
      Newcastle have been handed several tough draws already this season.
      After being given Man City in the Carabao Cup third round, they were then drawn against PSG, Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan in the Champions League group stage.

      But Howe’s side have bounced back from three defeats in a row by going on a four-match unbeaten run.
      A 1-0 win over Brentford was followed up by a goalless draw away at AC Milan.
      They then dispatched Sheffield United 8-0 at Bramall Lane, before their victory over Man City on Wednesday night. More

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      Chelsea fans ‘realise Cucurella was playing wrong position for a year’ as Pochettino tactical tweak revives £60m star

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      CHELSEA ace Marc Cucurella stunned fans during the Carabao Cup clash against Brighton as manager Mauricio Pochettino placed him in a different position.Cucurella has been playing mostly as a left-back ever since his £62million move to the Blues last year but has struggled to stand out.
      Chelsea fans praised Marc Cucurella after his performance against BrightonCredit: Reuters
      Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino tried Cucurella at right-backCredit: Rex
      However, Pochettino tried him out at right-back against his former team and the Spain international excelled.
      The 25-year-old handled Kaoru Mitoma and Joao Pedro very well and helped the West Londoners punch their ticket to the fourth round.
      Chelsea won 1-0 thanks to Nicolas Jackson’s winner in the 50th minute.
      And fans were left amazed by Cucurella’s performance and took to Twitter to give him his flowers.
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      One fan tweeted: “We have a new right-back. Marc Cucurella, welcome to the new role.”
      Another commented: “Pocketed Mitoma and Joao Pedro . What a shift for him.”
      A third posted: “Cucu my man of the match.”
      This fan said: “Cucurella was absolutely brilliant in that second half, playing that well at right-back was not something that I expected, fair play to him, maybe he should be given more opportunities.”
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      And that one wrote: “Marc Cucurella Appreciation tweet. Left-back playing as right-back. Pocketed Mitoma. Pocketed Joao Pedro. Give him his flowers.”
      Chelsea will face Blackburn in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup at home.
      Pochettino’s men are now gearing up for Monday’s Premier League clash with London rivals Fulham at Craven Cottage. More

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      Chelsea AND Brighton fans fume after finding out Carabao Cup has no VAR as both teams suffer refereeing controversy

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      CHELSEA and Brighton fans were both fuming after finding out there is no VAR in the Carabao Cup.Both sets of fans were left feeling aggrieved over decisions made by referee Tom Brammall during the Blues’ 1-0 win.
      Lesley Ugochukwu escaped a red card despite a reckless tackles on Carlos BalebaCredit: Alamy
      Nicolas Jackson was judged to be in an offside position when he was played through by Cole Palmer
      First Brighton fans were left up in arms over a challenge by Lesley Ugochukwu, who made just his second Chelsea start.
      The summer arrival made a reckless tackle on Carlos Baleba and caught the midfielder high on his leg.
      Baleba’s ankle got caught under Ugochukwu’s studs and the 19-year-old was very lucky to only receive a yellow card.
      However some Seagulls felt Ugochukwu would have received a stronger punishment if the officials had the assistance of VAR.
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      One fan said: “Referee pathetic and they should have had 10 men yet magically no VAR for this one.”
      Another added: “Ugochukwu is so lucky there’s no VAR😭”
      A Chelsea supporter wrote: “Ugochukwu VERY lucky no VAR tonight. Bloody hell.”
      Ugochukwu was allowed to stay on the pitch and Chelsea took advantage shortly after half-time through Nicolas Jackson’s goal, which ended up being the winner.
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      Jackson also put the ball in the back of the net later in the second half – only for the lineman’s flag to rule it out.
      However, replays appeared to show the striker was onside when played through by Cole Palmer, leading to frustration for Blues supporters.
      One complained: “How’s that offside? Linesmen should be way more careful if there is no VAR. Absolute joke.”
      Another added: “Two players playing Nicolas Jackson on in this move, shocking decision by the linesman.
      “Thankfully this didn’t cost us but I am not sure why there is no VAR when we have the technology available?”
      A third commented: “Can’t believe VAR isn’t being used they robbed Jackson in broad daylight.” More

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      Carabao Cup draw in full as Man Utd get astonishing TWELFTH straight home cup tie and Arsenal face huge London derby

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      MANCHESTER UNITED landed an astonishing 12th home cup tie in a row – as Newcastle were ‘rewarded’ for beating Man City with a Carabao Cup trip to Old Trafford.West Ham host Arsenal in what should be a tasty derby following Wednesday night’s fourth-round draw.
      Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd will be at home to Eddie Howe’s NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Four all-Prem ties were set up by the fourth-round drawCredit: Rex
      And at least one club from outside the top two divisions will make the quarter-finals.
      That’s because League Two Mansfield will face L1 Port Vale at home.
      Everton were drawn to meet Burnley at Goodison Park after a hard-grafting 2-1 triumph at Aston Villa.
      And after walloping Championship rivals Cardiff 5-2, Blackburn will go to Chelsea.
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      Nicolas Jackson had helped the Blues forget their Prem woes with their first goal of the month to see off Brighton earlier on Wednesday evening.
      Relieved Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino said: “This is very important to build our confidence, and important for our fans to feel again a victory.”
      And of Jackson he added: “I hope this moment can build his confident and trust. He’s a very good player. I am very pleased for him.”
      Newcastle had landed the night’s finest victory, 1-0 at home to Treble winners City, albeit both teams much-weakened.
      Most read in FootballFULL 4TH ROUND DRAWHere’s the pairings for the last 16 – the first round where the Carabao Cup is not regionalised.

      Mansfield vs Port ValeIpswich vs FulhamMan Utd vs NewcastleBournemouth vs LiverpoolChelsea vs BlackburnWest Ham vs ArsenalEverton vs BurnleyExeter vs Middlesbrough

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      Elsewhere, Reiss Nelson hit Arsenal’s winner at Brentford.
      And Liverpool fended off an entertaining threat from relegated Leicester to win 3-1 and set up a clash at Bournemouth.
      Alexander Isak sunk Treble winners Man City to earn Toon an Old Trafford tripCredit: ReutersWEDNESDAY’S 3RD ROUND RESULTSNo shootouts were needed on an eventful night of cup action.

      Aston Villa 1-2 EvertonBlackburn 5-2 CardiffBournemouth 2-0 StokeBrentford 0-1 ArsenalChelsea 1-0 BrightonFulham 2-1 NorwichLincoln 0-1 West HamLiverpool 3-1 LeicesterNewcastle 1-0 Man City More

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      Carabao Cup fourth round draw LIVE: Man Utd host Newcastle, Arsenal take on West Ham, Chelsea face Blackburn

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      CLUBS have found out their fate for the Carabao Cup fourth round – and there are some intriguing ties!Holders Manchester United take on Newcastle in a repeat of last season’s final.
      Chelsea host Blackburn and Declan Rice returns back to east London as Arsenal face West Ham

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      Carabao Cup results in full

      Aston Villa 1-2 Everton
      Blackburn 5-2 Cardiff
      Bournemouth 2-0 Stoke
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Chelsea 1-0 Brighton
      Fulham 2-1 Norwich
      Lincoln 0-1 West Ham
      Liverpool 3-1 Leicester
      Newcastle 1-0 Man City

      Chelsea suffer injury blow
      Chelsea’s injury crisis shows no sign of letting up after vice-captain Ben Chilwell suffered a hamstring injury during their win over Brighton.
      The Blues skipper on the night, thanks to Reece James being missing through injury, was forced off in the final minute of seven added on.
      Chelsea finished the game with ten men having used all their substitutions and Mauricio Pochettino confirmed afterwards that Chilwell, who suffered two separate hamstring injuries last season, had sustained an injury.
      He said: “Is Chilwell injured? Yes.
      “We need to assess it tomorrow but I think it is hamstring.”
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      Chelsea and Brighton fans fume at no VAR
      Chelsea and Brighton fans were both fuming after finding out there is no VAR in the Carabao Cup.
      Both sets of fans were left feeling aggrieved over decisions made by referee Tom Brammall during the Blues’ 1-0 win.
      First Brighton fans were left up in arms over a challenge by Lesley Ugochukwu, who made just his second Chelsea start.
      The summer arrival made a reckless tackle on Carlos Baleba and caught the midfielder high on his leg.
      However some Seagulls felt Ugochukwu would have received a stronger punishment if the officials had the assistance of VAR.
      Ugochukwu was allowed to stay on the pitch and Chelsea took advantage shortly after half-time through Nicolas Jackson’s goal, which ended up being the winner.
      Jackson also put the ball in the back of the net later in the second half – only for the lineman’s flag to rule it out.
      However, replays appeared to show the striker was onside when played through by Cole Palmer, leading to frustration for Blues supporters.
      Pep Guardiola reacts to Newcastle defeat
      Speaking to Sky Sports, the Man City boss said: “We played an incredible game.
      “They increased after the break and were more aggressive. They scored a goal.
      “Last season we were out against Southampton and not there but tonight we were. Congratulations to Newcastle.
      “They start to be more aggressive. Yeah, it was a tight game and the players who played played really good. It is football.
      “The way we played in the first half and second half was amazing. But they played aggressive to win the game.
      “I leave comfortable with how we played, no injuries and minutes for Mateo [Kovacic] and Jack [Grealish].”
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      Speaking to Sky Sports, the Newcastle boss said: “It was a game of two halves. First was tough and City played well. We didn’t but defended well as we didn’t have the ball.
      “Probably had the one chance with Jacob Murphy. Second half we were excellent in most aspects, defensively and offensively. We attacked well and probably deserved to win in the end.
      “There were tactical changes but the biggest thing was in belief. That is not a reflection on the lads we took off but the lads we brought on made a big difference. With the ball we were a better team completely.”
      Jurgen Klopp reacts to Liverpool win
      Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, the Liverpool boss said: “It was not the best start, it was actually the opposite. We had big chances in the first half and couldn’t believe we didn’t score.
      “Leicester are a good side and very well set up. Minute by minute we turned it around and it was a good performance. There were so many little stories.
      “Dom [Szoboszlai] was a surprise with how fast he has fit in, it was pretty much from the first minute. Top-class player with a lot of quality. He never stops. He learns a lot from the game.”
      Credit: Getty
      Carabao Cup draw
      The Carabao Cup round-of-16 will take place in the week commencing October 30.
      And we have some tasty fixtures to look forward to!

      Mansfield vs Port Vale
      Ipswich vs Fulham
      Man Utd vs Newcastle
      Bournemouth vs Liverpool
      Chelsea vs Blackburn
      West Ham vs Arsenal
      Everton vs Burnley
      Exeter vs Middlesbrough

      Eddie Howe reacts to Newcastle win vs Man City
      Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, the Newcastle boss said: “First half we tried to rotate the squad and keep our players fresh.
      “Second half we were better for sure, but when you bring on players like Anthony Gordon and Bruno, they’re high level players.
      “We needed to be better [in the second half], we were a little bit stuck in possession. They pressed us really well. The reason we won the game was because we didn’t concede in that first period.”
      Credit: Alamy
      Carabao Cup draw in full

      Mansfield vs Port Vale
      Ipswich vs Fulham
      Man Utd vs Newcastle
      Bournemouth vs Liverpool
      Chelsea vs Blackburn
      West Ham vs Arsenal
      Everton vs Burnley
      Exeter vs Middlesbrough

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      Final picks

      Everton vs Burnley
      Exeter vs Middlesbrough

      Next picks

      Bournemouth vs Liverpool
      Chelsea vs Blackburn
      West Ham vs Arsenal

      First picks

      Mansfield vs Port Vale
      Ipswich vs Fulham
      Man Utd vs Newcastle

      Here we go!
      The draw is about to get underway!
      Up next – the draw
      Stand by everyone, the Carabao Cup fourth round draw will be completed shortly!
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      Full list of results

      Aston Villa 1-2 Everton
      Blackburn 5-2 Cardiff
      Bournemouth 2-0 Stoke
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Chelsea 1-0 Brighton
      Fulham 2-1 Norwich
      Lincoln 0-1 West Ham
      Liverpool 3-1 Leicester
      Newcastle 1-0 Man City

      Newcastle through
      Newcastle have defeated treble winners Man City to progress to the next round!
      Credit: PA
      Carabao Cup results
      Full Time: Newcastle 1-0 Man City
      Newcastle are through!
      Manchester City are stunned!
      Pep Guardiola’s quadruple dream is quashed once again!
      Carabao Cup results

      Aston Villa 1-2 Everton
      Blackburn 5-2 Cardiff
      Bournemouth 2-0 Stoke
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Chelsea 1-0 Brighton
      Fulham 2-1 Norwich
      Lincoln 0-1 West Ham
      Liverpool 3-1 Leicester

      Liverpool’s comeback
      Goals from Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai have turned the Liverpool vs Leicester tie on its head.
      Credit: Reuters
      Live Carabao Cup results

      Aston Villa 0-2 Everton
      Blackburn 4-2 Cardiff
      Bournemouth 2-0 Stoke
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Chelsea 1-0 Brighton
      Fulham 1-0 Norwich
      Lincoln 0-0 West Ham
      Liverpool 1-1 Leicester
      Newcastle 0-0 Man City

      Jackson 5
      Nicolas Jackson might be suspended for the next Premier League game after picking up FIVE yellow cards in six matches.
      But the Blues forward is the man of the moment tonight
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      Chelsea take the lead at Stamford Bridge
      Nicolas Jackson has put Chelsea ahead in a must-win game at Stamford Bridge against Brighton.
      The Blues are struggling in the Premier League and they are no winless in three after the Villa defeat.
      However, Nicolas Jackson has given them some hope in the Carabao Cup.
      Live Carabao Cup results

      Aston Villa 0-1 Everton
      Blackburn 2-2 Cardiff
      Bournemouth 0-0 Stoke
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Chelsea 0-0 Brighton
      Fulham 1-0 Norwich
      Lincoln 0-0 West Ham
      Liverpool 0-1 Leicester
      Newcastle 0-0 Man City

      Leicester lead Liverpool
      Kasey McAfeer has put Leicester in a shock lead against Liverpool at Anfield.
      But there is so much of the game left to play.
      Credit: Alamy
      What are the third round results so far?

      Salford City 0-4 Burnley
      Exeter 1-0 Luton Town
      Ipswich Town 3-2 Wolves
      Mansfield Town 2-2 (3-1 pens) Peterborough
      Bradford City 0-2 Middlesbrough
      Port Vale 2-1 Sutton United
      Manchester United 3-0 Crystal Palace

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