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      Todd Boehly flying in for Chelsea’s first cup final since his takeover after owner missed last seven matches

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      TODD BOEHLY is flying in to watch Chelsea’s first cup final since he took over the club nearly two years ago.The American chairman has not been seen at a game since last month’s 1-0 win over Fulham at Stamford Bridge.
      Boehly will be at Wembley for Chelsea’s cup final against LiverpoolCredit: Alamy
      But he will be at Wembley on Sunday, along with sidekick Behdad Eghbali, for the Carabao Cup Final against Liverpool.
      Chelsea could win their first silverware since Boehly and his associates from Clearlake Capital bought Chelsea for £4.25 billion in May 2022.
      Previous Chelsea owner, Russian Roman Abramovich, missed the club’s last seven visits to Wembley after failing to have his UK visa renewed.
      That includes the successful 2018 FA Cup Final – Chelsea’s most recent domestic cup triumph.
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      Mauricio Pochettino is the fourth head coach appointed by Boehly during a turbulent time for the Blues which has seen them spend £1 billion on players.
      Chelsea finished 12th last season, thereby failing to qualify for European football this term.
      Winning on Sunday will put Chelsea into next season’s Europa Conference League.
      Boehly was absent from Chelsea’s 1-1 draw against champions Manchester City on the weekend, where Raheem Sterling scored against his old club.
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      He also missed Chelsea’s 6-1 Carabao Cup semi-final victory over Middlesbrough that booked their place at Wembley.
      Pochettino has come under pressure at various times this season but his performances in the cups have been a source of optimism for Chelsea fans.
      Carabao Cup Final preview with Sun Sport’s Will Pugh and Chelsea correspondent Andy Dillon
      Alongside Sunday’s Carabao Cup final, he has also guided Chelsea to the FA Cup fifth round, where they will take on Leeds. More

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      Chelsea vs Liverpool: Get £30 in free bets when you stake £10 on the Carabao Cup final with talkSPORT BET

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      CHELSEA and Liverpool clash in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday afternoon.And brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim a massive £30 in free bets when they sign-up and stake a tenner on the weekend’s all-important encounter.
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      Liverpool’s Colombian winger Luis Diaz looks set to play a big role in Sunday’s showdown – especially given Jurgen Klopp’s injury concerns.
      The 27-year-old has scored ten goals in 34 appearances this season, while only Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah have registered more efforts on goal.
      Diaz has had 59 shots in 25 league matches at an average of 28.4 minutes per attempt – 22 of those were on target. Furthermore, only Brentford and Luton Town have conceded more efforts on target than Chelsea in the last four games (29).
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      Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher is the 21/20 favourite to be cautioned in Sunday’s encounter – but he’s a whopping 19/2 to be the FIRST card in referee Chris Kavanagh’s notebook.
      The 24-year-old isn’t afraid of a challenge or two, and has picked up five bookings in 33 appearances this season. He’s also conceded 54 league fouls in 2000 league minutes – 15 clear of his nearest Chelsea colleague.
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      Chelsea vs Liverpool odds: Get 30/1 for 1+ goal to be scored in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final with Paddy Power

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      CHELSEA and Liverpool contest the season’s first piece of silverware in the Carabao Cup final this Sunday.And Paddy Power are celebrating the ultimate showdown with a fantastic offer of 1+ goal to be scored during the Wembley contest at an astronomical 30/1 — that’s boosted from 1/80!
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      Chelsea fans come up with hair-raising referee conspiracy theory which could see them win Carabao Cup final

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      CHELSEA fans have come up with a hair-raising theory as to how they can win Sunday’s Carabao Cup final.The Blues go into Sunday’s showpiece Wembley clash with Liverpool as underdogs.
      Chris Kavanagh will be in charge of Sunday’s Carabao Cup finalCredit: Getty
      Mauricio Pochettino’s side are 10th in the Premier League, 22 points behind their table-topping cup final opponents.
      Looking for hope to cling on to, fans have noticed the referee appointment for the game.
      Chris Kavanagh has been confirmed as Sunday’s whistler.
      And some fans are pleased with his appointment… because he’s got hair.
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      Reacting to the news, one fan wrote: “The good news the referee for Sunday has hair, which hopefully means we will get treated fairly LOL!!! Chris Kavanagh will referee the Carabao Cup Final.”
      To which a second celebrated: “No bald man this time around.”
      A third quipped: “That’s how we gonna win the cup.”
      While a fourth commented: “That’s a welcome news.”
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      And another added: “Better than bald ones.”
      Chelsea fans have long complained about Anthony Taylor, even petitioning to have him banned from officiating their games.
      Conor Gallagher apologises live on Sky Sports in interview after Chelsea’s win over Crystal Palace
      Blues supporters also felt they were denied a stonewall penalty against Liverpool in the league by Paul Tierney.
      Simon Hooper, however, has seemingly escaped their wrath.
      Kavanagh, 38, has in fact felt Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp’s wrath this season.
      The German, 56, was baffled by Kavanagh’s failure to award a penalty against Arsenal in December for Martin Odegaard’s handball.
      After the match, Klopp said: “I didn’t see it in the game, I saw it after and I think we all agree it was handball.
      “But I always wait until Mr Dermot (Gallagher) explains it the next day (in his role as a TV analyst) what’s really the case.
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      “He will find a way to explain to me why it was not handball. For me it’s a clear handball. I have no idea if it would have influenced the result.”
      Kavanagh has officiated Chelsea twice this season – in their 2-2 draw with Arsenal and 2-1 defeat at Manchester United.
      Anthony Taylor has frustrated Chelsea fans in the pastCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Paul Tierney took charge of Chelsea’s last clash with LiverpoolCredit: AP More

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      Carabao Cup final bonuses revealed with Chelsea stars set to pocket less than a day’s wages if they beat Liverpool

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      CHELSEA stars are likely to pocket around £20,000 each in bonuses if they win this Sunday’s Carabao Cup final, according to reports.The Blues take on Liverpool at Wembley with boss Mauricio Pochettino aiming to win his first trophy in English football.
      Chelsea are set to take on Liverpool this weekendCredit: AFP
      Last year’s Carabao Cup winners Manchester United provided a £1.6million prize pot to be shared among their victorious squad.
      According to the Mail, however, Chelsea have made just £500,000 available in bonuses for winning on Sunday.
      Should this be shared among the Blues’ 25-man squad it would equate to around £20,000 per player.
      As per Spotrac, this would see Raheem Sterling, Ben Chilwell, Reece James, Enzo Fernandez, Marc Cucurella, Wesley Fofana, Christopher Nkunku and Moises Caicedo all receive under a day’s salary for winning the Carabao Cup.
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      Chelsea will divide their bonus pot in line with the minutes each player played on the way to winning the tournament, should they beat Liverpool.
      The EFL pay just £100,000 in prize money to the winners of its flagship competition.
      For winning the FA Cup, by comparison, a club will pocket £4million.
      Chelsea chiefs have offered a bigger bonus pot for the FA Cup accordingly, with players to divide £1m between themselves if they go all the way.
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      Winning the on Sunday would see Chelsea qualify for the Europa Conference League.
      In this scenario, the Blues would have to adhere to Uefa’s financial rules – which are stricter than those of the Premier League.
      Jurgen Klopp confirms FIVE stars are ruled out for Carabao Cup final with Chelsea as Liverpool injury crisis worsens
      Clubs competing in Uefa competitions next year will be restricted to spending a maximum of 80 per cent of their revenues on wages and transfers.
      The Blues’ income could fall below £450m this season.
      But even at that figure, Chelsea would be permitted by Uefa rules to spend no more than £360m on wages and transfers.
      With their current wage bill already equalling £350m – this would give them just £10m to play with this summer. More

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      Jurgen Klopp confirms FIVE stars are ruled out for Carabao Cup final with Chelsea as Liverpool injury crisis worsens

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      JURGEN KLOPP has confirmed five stars who won’t make the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea.The injury crisis has deepened at Liverpool after Diogo Jota and Curtis Jones were forced off in Saturday’s 4-1 win over Brentford.
      Jurgen Klopp has revealed five stars are set to miss the Carabao Cup final on SundayCredit: Alamy
      Diogo Jota was forced off the pitch in Liverpool’s win against Brentford on SaturdayCredit: Alamy
      Curtis Jones was also withdrawn from the game after picking up an injuryCredit: PA
      The Reds squad is running low ahead of their trip to Wembley on Sunday, where they will aim to grab their first bit of silverware of the season.
      Jota, Jones, Trent Alexander Arnold, Alisson Becker, and Dominik Szoboszlai will all be sidelined for the game.
      During Klopp’s press conference for Wednesday’s Premier League clash against Liverpool he said: “Diogo Jota’s knee issue, ruled out — with him, it will take more than a month.
      “Alisson with a muscle injury, ruled out.
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      “Curtis with a bone ligament issue, ruled out.
      “Trent and Szoboszlai, not ready yet.
      Alexander-Arnold sustained a knee injury during the victory over Burnley on February 10.
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      While shot-stopper Alisson was ruled out of Liverpool’s win at Brentford due to a muscle injury sustained in training.
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      The Brazilian keeper hoped that he could be between the posts for the final, but his injury has delayed his comeback by another month.
      Virgil van Dijk breaks all-time Liverpool record vs Brentford before admitting on live TV that he had no idea
      And Szoboszlai suffered an injury during the win over Chelsea on January 31, following a hamstring issue.
      Their injuries add to a growing list of Reds stars who were already sidelined, including Thiago and Joel Matip.
      Liverpool’s Injury List
      Thiago Alcantara – Muscle injury
      Trent Alexander-Arnold – Knee injury
      Stefan Bajcetic – Fitness issue
      Alisson Becker- Muscle injury
      Ben Doak – Knee injury
      Curtis Jones – Ankle injury
      Diogo Jota – Knee injury
      Joel Matip – Anterior cruciate ligament injury
      Darwin Nunez – Currently being assessed
      Dominik Szoboszlai – Hamstring injury

      Trent Alexander-Arnold has picked up a knee injuryCredit: Getty
      Alisson Becker sustained a muscle injury in trainingCredit: EPA
      Dominik Szoboszlai suffered an hamstring blow during Liverpool’s win against ChelseaCredit: Rex More

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      Carabao Cup prize money 2023-24: How much do the winners take home?

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      THE Carabao Cup is sometimes a disrespected tournament – but winning it comes with many benefits – such as collecting prize money.Last year, Manchester United took home the jackpot after they beat Newcastle in a thrilling final at Wembley.
      Manchester United beat Newcastle to win the Carabao Cup last yearCredit: PA
      This season will see Premier League rivals Liverpool and Chelsea go head-to-head at the home of English football.
      Jurgen Klopp’s Reds will be aiming for a record-extending tenth League Cup win, while the Blues are hoping to lift their first EFL Cup since the 2014/15 season under Jose Mourinho.
      The winner is guaranteed a place in Europe as well as dipping their hands in the prize pot.
      SunSport takes a look at how much money clubs can earn from participating in the tournament.
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      How much is the Carabao Cup prize money?
      Here is a breakdown of the prize money on offer:

      First round winners – £5,000
      Second round winners – £7,000
      Third round winners – £10,000
      Fourth round winners – £15,000
      Quarter-finalists – £25,000
      Semi-finalists – £25,000
      Runner-up – £50,000
      Winner – £100,000

      How to watch the Carabao Cup final
      The Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Chelsea will take place on Sunday, February 25 at 3pm GMT.
      Sky Sports Main Event and Football will broadcast the match LIVE with coverage starting from 2pm GMT.
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      Sky Sports customers can live stream the game via the NOW/Sky Sports app.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog. More

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      Combined Chelsea and Liverpool INJURED XI as both sides sweat on fitness of stars ahead of Carabao Cup final

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      THE Carabao Cup final is set to have an astonishing number of star players missing.Chelsea face Liverpool at Wembley Stadium on February 25; however, neither team will be at their strongest.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss the Carabao Cup finalCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Reece James will be out for ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Thiago Silva is a doubt after picking up an injury last weekCredit: Getty
      Diogo Jota was stretchered off against BrentfordCredit: Alamy
      The Blues booked their spot in the final with a comprehensive two-legged win over Middlesborough in the semi-finals.
      On the other hand, Liverpool edged past Fulham to have a chance at some silverware.
      The Reds are in with a shout of winning a quadruple this season with the Premier League, Carabao Cup, FA Cup and Europa League.
      However, the final on Sunday will not see many of either club’s star players showcased.
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      Chelsea are without a number of defensive players for the match against Liverpool.
      Defenders Reece James, Benoit Badiashile and Marc Cucurella are all out of the final with long-term injuries.
      Mauricio Pochettino also revealed that Thiago Silva picked up a “minor injury” before the 1-1 draw against Manchester City.
      The manager added that the Brazilian will need to be “assessed” and could be a doubt.
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      Chelsea will also be without Romeo Lavia who has struggled with injuries since his summer arrival from Southampton.
      The midfielder is not training with the rest of the first team and Pochettino has ruled him out of the final.
      Virgil van Dijk breaks all-time Liverpool record vs Brentford before admitting on live TV that he had no idea
      Robert Sanchez is closing on a return for Chelsea having been out since December.
      The goalkeeper is back in partial training with the team as he recovers from his knee injury.
      Wesley Fofana will definitely be out the final as he is still recovering from a long-term knee injury.
      Carney Chukwuemeka is a fresh doubt after he missed the draw with City after twisting his ankle in training last week.
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      Jurgen Klopp will be without some of his key players for the final against Chelsea.
      The 4-1 win over Brentford on Saturday was marred by the triple withdrawal of Darwin Nunez, Curtis Jones and Diogo Jota.
      Jota looked devastated as he was stretchered off the pitch and Klopp confirmed that he had suffered the “worst” injury of the three.
      Curtis Jones was subbed off after getting a knock on his ankle during the game.
      He was seen on crutches after full-time, and Klopp insisted that it was a “normal” procedure.
      Nunez was taken off at half-time against the Bees and is now a doubt for the final.
      Klopp has suggested that the attacker “felt a little” during the match so they decided to “push the brake” and get him off.
      Alisson Becker’s absence could be a massive blow for the Reds after he picked up a muscle injury before the Brentford match.
      The extent of the goalkeeper’s injury is not yet known, and Caoimhin Kelleher could have to start in his place.
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      Trent Alexander-Arnold has been confirmed as an absentee for the final as he has a knee injury.
      Klopp has also put doubt on Dominik Szoboszlai’s appearance in the final as he has a hamstring problem. More