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      Bruno Guimaraes SENT OFF for shocking lunge in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup semi vs Southampton – but CAN play in final

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      BRUNO GUIMARAES was sent off for a HORROR challenge in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup semi-final victory over Southampton.The Brazilian flew in high on Samuel Edozie and was given his marching orders after Paul Tierney went over to check with the monitor and brandished the red card.
      Bruno Guimaraes was sent off for a horror tackleCredit: Reuters
      There was only one result after the midfielder did thisCredit: AFP
      He was consoled by captain Kieran TrippierCredit: Reuters
      Guimaraes will miss three games through suspension but will be available for the finalCredit: Getty
      Fortunately for the midfielder, he WILL be available for the final.
      That’s because suspensions count across all domestic competitions.
      He’ll therefore miss the Premier League games against West Ham, Bournemouth and Liverpool before returning for the Wembley showdown on Sunday 26 February.
      It was a horrific moment from one of the Mapgies’ top performers this season, who lunged in and stamped on Edozie.
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      Tierney didn’t send him off in real time, but after looking at the harrowing footage on the VAR monitor, he was left with no choice.
      Despite Bruno’s moment of madness, it was still a night of celebration for Newcastle, who saw the game out despite playing the final moments with 10 men.
      Having taken 1-0 lead into tonight’s clash, Sean Longstaff’s brace all-but secured their ticket to the final, even though Che Adams’ fine strike did cause some nervous moments.
      Eddie Howe’s men will discover their opponents for the final tomorrow night with Manchester United hosting Nottingham Forest.
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      Although with United leading 3-0 on aggregate, it’s pretty safe to say that they’ll be facing Erik ten Hag’s side.
      Incredibly, that would be a repeat of the 1999 FA Cup final, which was Newcastle’s last appearance in a domestic cup final. More

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      Fans baffled as Idris Elba pictured at Newcastle vs Southampton – despite being an Arsenal fan

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      FOOTBALL fans were left confused after Idris Elba showed up to watch Newcastle take on Southampton in the Carabao Cup semi-final.The actor was treated to an entertaining spectacle as Toon raced into a 2-0 lead before being pegged back by a brilliant Che Adams strike.
      Idris Elba was seated in the director’s box
      He was sat next to Newcastle owners Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi.
      Many fans were shocked to see Elba at St James Park, not least because he is an Arsenal fan.
      And some felt hard done by as the Londoner was gifted one of the most sought-after Newcastle tickets in recent history.
      Elba was picked up by the cameras and that sparked a reaction on social media.
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      One fan said: “How did Idris Elba get a ticket? 🙃”
      Another added: “Tell you what I didn’t have Idris Elba watching Newcastle United at St James’ Park on my 2023 bingo card but here we are.”
      And a third said: “Idris Elba since you have more loyalty points than me fancy grabbing me a ticket for Wembley?! Happy to pay face value and buy you food and drinks for the day 😂”
      Another commented: “I can’t believe Idris Elba is at the Newcastle match!”
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      Newcastle are seeking to reach their first domestic cup final since 1999.
      The Magpies last won a major honour in 1955 and will play Manchester United or Nottingham Forest if they overcome Southampton. More

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      Newcastle star Jacob Murphy warned his cheeky taunting could come back to bite him by Southampton boss Nathan Jones

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      NATHAN JONES has warned Newcastle that Jacob Murphy’s antics could come back to bite them tonight.The Toon winger waved goodbye to Saints defender Duje Caleta-Car’s face after he was sent off during the first-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final meeting last week.
      Newcastle’s Jacob Murphy has been warned that his antics could come back to haunt himCredit: Reuters
      The winger waved to Duje Caleta-Car after the Saints ace was sent-offCredit: Getty
      Caleta-Car has served his ban and now Jones hopes his squad are fired up by the incident and can settle some scores at St. James’ Park.
      Jones said: “It does add bite, it might. I’ve been in games where there has been a bit of niggle and a little bit of leftovers that sometimes come back to bite you and let’s hope that does.
      “My motivation is to win the game and try and get Southampton to Wembley, I’ll do anything it takes to do that – within reason.”
      The Saints head to Tyneside with a clear task, knowing they need to score at least once to reach the Carabao Cup final for the first time since 2017.
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      And while there will be a deafening atmosphere this evening, Jones is relishing the chance to spoil the party.
      He added: “It is a wonderful cup tie, a semi-final. This is why you come into sport and management. You want to test yourself at the highest level.
      “If you fail, you fail. but if you succeed the rewards are massive.
      “Mentally we’ll prepare the players for a vociferous atmosphere but these are the games you want to play in, you want to manage.
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      “These are the games where you don’t want to wilt, you want to stand up and be counted and I’m excited about it rather than worried about it.”
      Former Newcastle man Adam Armstrong saw a goal ruled out for handball in the first leg while Che Adams missed a golden chance to put the south coast side ahead before Joelinton’s goal.
      Adams has struggled for form in front of goal of late and hasn’t scored since netting twice in an earlier round of the competition against League One Lincoln City.
      But Jones, who is desperate to add a striker before tonight’s deadline, is confident the Scotland international will come good.
      He said: “It is not so much that he is struggling because his all round play is magnificent. Then you just have to make decisions without fear or worry.
      “If he’d scored that then brilliant, he’d be in a better place. It just takes one to go in and then I’m sure he’ll go on a run.
      “Yes he’s missed a couple of big chances but he’s been really good for me.
      “People have just got to put themselves in big positions and he does that and he doesn’t shy away from that and I know he’ll come good.” More

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      Why isn’t Anthony Gordon playing for Newcastle against Southampton?

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      ANTHONY GORDON has successfully completed his switch from Everton to Newcastle – but fans will have to be patient as his debut has been delayed.Newcastle was forced to pay £45million to secure the services of Gordon.
      Anthony Gordon made the £45m switch from Everton to NewcastleCredit: Getty
      And the English winger revealed that he was immediately convinced the Magpies was the next best step for him.
      But Gordon will be unavailable for Newcastle’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Southampton and SunSport can explain why.
      Why isn’t Anthony Gordon playing for Newcastle against Southampton?
      Anthony Gordon is cup-tied for Newcastle’s huge semi-final against Southampton having already represented Everton earlier on in the competition.
      So as a result, Gordon’s expected debut will take place on Saturday, February 4 when the Magpies take on West Ham.
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      However, Newcastle received a bonus with the deal for Gordon as he will not take up a place in Eddie Howe’s 25-man squad due to being under the age of 21.
      What has been said?
      Gordon opened up on his feeling about signing for Newcastle.
      The young star said: “Since I heard of the interest, I was always convinced Newcastle were for me.
      “I think the fan base and the city really suits me as a person, the way the team are playing under the gaffer at the minute really suits me, and the club just look like they’re heading in the right direction.
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      “I feel like it’s a really big step. People haven’t seen what I’m capable of yet. I think under the gaffer, and the way the club’s going, I can really excel here.” More

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      Man Utd vs Nottingham Forest: Ten Hag looking to reach first domestic final as manager – Stream, TV channel, odds

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      MANCHESTER UNITED take on Nottingham Forest for a chance to play in the Carabao Cup final. The Red Devils already have one foot in the Wembley showpiece, having beaten Forest 3-0 in the first leg.
      Man Utd beat Forest 3-0 in the first leg last weekCredit: Getty
      And with the second leg at home, Erik Ten Hag’s men should find things a little more comfortable this time around.
      A trip to Wembley would be a first for Ten Hag, who looks to have turned United’s fortunes around this season.
      Winning the Carabao Cup would represent United’s first trophy win for six years.
      When is Man Utd vs Forest?

      Man Utd vs Nottingham Forest will take place on Wednesday, February 1.
      The game will get going from 8pm UK time.
      The match will be held at Old Trafford in Manchester.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Man Utd’s clash with Nottingham Forest will be shown live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Christian Eriksen will not play any part of the game after suffering an ankle injury in the win over Reading at the weekend.
      Anthony Martial and Diogo Dalot are both still unavailable for selection too.
      Luke Shaw and Scott McTominay may also miss the game through injury.
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      With the tie effectively wrapped up, Alejandro Garnacho and Anthony Elanga may be given starts.
      Jesse Lingard may start for Forest on his return to Old Trafford.
      Odds

      Man Utd – 4/11
      Draw – 18/5
      Nottingham Forest 7/1
      Forest to qualify – 80/1

      *Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of publication. More

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      Newcastle vs Southampton: Magpies hunt first trophy in 68 years but face rejuvenated Saints in Carabao Cup – stream, TV

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      NEWCASTLE face Southampton in their crucial Carabao Cup semi-final second leg with a 1-0 advantage.The Magpies have not won a major trophy since 1955, and look to have one foot in the big Wembley final.
      Joelinton scored the only goal of the game for Newcastle’s leadCredit: Getty
      Though they take on a rejuvenated Saints, who had an equaliser in the first leg chalked off from a VAR call.
      Newcastle will have made the most of having a free weekend off before the clash with them out of the FA Cup.
      While Southampton beat Blackpool 2-1 in the FA Cup fourth round.
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      When is Newcastle vs Southampton?
      Newcastle vs Southampton will take place on Tuesday, January 31.
      The match kicks off at 8pm.
      St James’ Park plays host.
      What TV channel and live stream is Newcastle vs Southampton on?
      Newcastle vs Southampton will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
      Sky Sports get their coverage underway from 7pm.
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      What is the team news?
      Jonjo Shelvey (calf), Matt Targett (heel) and Emil Krafth (ACL) are all out for Newcastle.
      Moussa Djenepo is a doubt for the visitors. The winger was forced off in the first leg with a suspected concussion after clashing with Magpies’ goalkeeper Nick Pope.
      What are the odds?
      Newcastle to win: 4/9
      Draw: 16/5
      Southampton to win: 13/2
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      I’m a Man Utd fan and these are the competitions I’d sacrifice this season to bring back the glory days

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      ERIK TEN HAG may have to sacrifice the Europa League and FA Cup in order to win the Carabao Cup and secure Champions League football this season.If you had said to any Man Utd supporter in August, following back-to-back defeats to Brighton and then Brentford, that they would be in the top four and have one foot in the Carabao Cup Final, most would have laughed and bitten your hand off.  
      Man Utd are set to reach the Carabao Cup final and sit fourth in the Premier LeagueCredit: AFP
      It’s crazy that a little over 10 days ago we were even discussing the possibility of a title challenge as well.  
      But a draw at Crystal Palace and defeat to high-flying Arsenal mean that is certainly not going to happen this season.  
      What is universally agreed amongst United supporters is just how well Ten Hag is doing given the numerous obstacles he has faced.  
      In this January window alone, he’s having to watch as most of his rivals for the top four are splashing the cash.
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      And although Wout Weghorst is a welcome addition up-front, there’s so much more required in other areas.
      United, traditionally, have done very little in the January window, but the gaps are significant.  
      On top of this, the manager has dealt with the Cristiano Ronaldo situation very well, along with the impending sale of the club and other disciplinary matters.  
      It’s the lack of squad depth that is the real issue, though. 
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      It makes you wonder, with United placed so nicely in the Premier League, if Ten Hag might be happy to sacrifice one of the FA Cup or Europa League.  
      It’s not something that he would ever publicly admit – and we’ve heard him say that “we must win every game” – but it’s simply not possible.
      There’s no doubt Ten Hag’s United will try and win every game, but will the XI he puts out be capable of doing so?  
      United play eight times in February alone, which works out as a match every three and a half days.  
      People have pointed to the run United had in 1999 but they only faced six matches in February that year, and had a far superior squad.  
      So it’ll come down to fixture management.
      Jurgen Klopp was a huge supporter of English football when he managed in Germany.
      But, after joining Liverpool, he was alarmed at how much football was played over here during the winter period.  
      We watched him tinker sufficiently in earlier years, in a way the great Sir Alex Ferguson once did.
      Hopefully Ten Hag doesn’t try to compete on too many levels – which could end with United missing out on a place in the Champions League and losing the Carabao Cup final. 
      Whatever happens, the signs are that United are on their way back.
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      Hopefully the fans are smiling come May and not rueing a squad that was simply pushed too far.
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      Nottingham Forest 0 Man Utd 3 LIVE RESULT: Rashford inspires rampant Red Devils to close in on Carabao Cup final

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are determined to end their six year trophy drought this season – and they are on track to do just that.Marcus Rashford’s fantastic solo goal fired the visitors ahead early doors.
      And Wout Weghorst doubled United’s lead before Bruno Fernandes rounded off a rampant display over Nottingham Forest in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final.

      RESULT: Nott’m Forest 0-3 Man Utd
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      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event
      Nott’m Forest XI: Hennessey; Aurier, Worrall, McKenna, Lodi; Danilo, Freuler, Gibbs-White; Scarpa; Surridge, Johnson
      Man Utd XI: De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Lindelof, Martinez, Malacia; Eriksen, Casemiro; Antony, Weghorst, Rashford

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      Cooper left reeling what could have been
      Sam Surridge’s disallowed goal ended up being a pivotal moment of this semi-final.
      It was poor play by the striker to drift into an offside position when he had so much space and could see right across the United line.
      Had the goal stood, this could have been a completely different evening for those who packed out the City Ground.
      Instead, it is the travelling Man Utd fans who will party long into the night.
      United look to regain winning mentality
      With the FA Cup looming this weekend, followed by the second-leg of the EFL Cup, ten Hag’s side have a run of very winnable games.
      Only Crystal Palace and Arsenal were able dent their confidence by taking points off them in their last two league games.
      United now have a chance to put those dropped points behind them.

      Portu-geezer hits hundred club
      Bruno Fernandes’ goal this evening was his 100th goal involvement in a Man Utd shirt.
      He has become an integral part of ten Hag’s side with the trio of Fernandes, Eriksen and Casemiro really gelling.
      Their games compliment one another, as you can see by the ground covered by United’s playmaker this evening.

      FT: Nottingham Forest 0-3 Man Utd
      The United fans celebrate their victory as they can now dream of that trip to Wembley.
      Not many bookies will be giving odds on a 4-0 Forest win at Old Trafford.
      Erik ten Hag’s side have won this evening without even getting out of second gear.

      FT: Nottingham Forest 0-3 Man Utd
      The referee brings the game to a close.
      Solid performance from the Red Devils.
      Bouncing back from two disappointing league results.
      Nottingham Forest 0-3 Man Utd
      90+2. Lisandro Martinez is awarded the man of the match award.
      The away fans sing ‘We’re going to Wembley’.
      Forest fans flock from the ground as the home end looks like there has been a fire-drill.
      Credit: Getty
      Nottingham Forest 0-3 Man Utd
      90. That could be the end of the EFL Cup for Forest.
      Fernandes catches the ball on the half volley from the edge of the box, giving Hennessey no time to react as it goes through a defender’s legs.
      The away fans can start planning for a trip to Wembley now.
      We are going to have three additional minutes added.
      Goal – Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd)
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      88. Erik ten Hag will take this result.
      A comfortable away win in the first leg of the semi-final.
      Pellistri almost makes it three but Hennessey manages to save at the second attempt.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      86. Anthony Elanga comes on for Wout Weghorst.
      The Dutch striker will be pleased with his performance tonight, grabbing his first United goal in the process.
      Lingard plays a long ball towards Dennis but Lindelof deals with the situation well.
      Credit: Getty
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      84. Forest seem to be running out of ideas now.
      Resorting to long balls hoping for something to happen.
      It nearly does as Pellistri passes the ball straight to Dennis but the striker wastes the chance, losing the ball too easily.
      The youngster is shown a yellow card for a foul on the edge of the United box.
      Chance for Forest now.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      82. Forest come forward looking to try and make something happen.
      Credit where it is due, United’s defence is keeping them at bay.
      Johnson is unable to bring the ball under his control and it is cleared.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      80. Direct crossfield ball looking for Pellistri, gives the youngster a yard on his marker.
      He whips in an inviting cross for Weghorst.
      The Dutchman cannot get enough on its as his glancing header goes nearer to the corner flag than the goal.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      78. Other than that Emery might just fancy a night out with the lads.
      The atmosphere is slowly dipping from the home fans.
      However, United’s fans can be heard from the away end.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      76. Unai Emery is spotted in the crowd.
      His Villa side are playing neither of these teams in the near future.
      The Spaniard could potentially be scouting some new signings.
      Credit: AFP
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      74. That could be a big loss for Forest not just in this game but the season in general.
      Gibbs-White was really finding some form of late.
      The hosts need at least a goal to still be in this tie when they travel to Old Trafford for the second leg.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      72. Commentator’s curse there.
      Christian Eriksen is immediately replaced by Fred.
      Antony comes off for Pellistri.
      Gibbs-White is distraught as he is forced off due to injury.
      He is replaced by Lewis O’Brien.
      Lodi comes off for Neco Williams
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      70. Christian Eriksen is causing the Forest midfield all sorts of problems with his movement into pockets of space.
      His delivery is as spot on as ever and he looks the most likely creator of a Man Utd third goal.
      Solid performance by the Dane.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      68. United win another corner which Eriksen comes to take.
      They try a training ground move but Martinez is penalised for a foul.
      Forest are running out of time, they need to throw caution to the wind more now.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      66. Garnacho does well to chase down a lost cause and keep the ball in play.
      He lays it off to Eriksen who clips a ball into the box looking for Weghorst.
      The Dutch striker is inches from a telling touch.
      Credit: Reuters
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      64. Aurier floats a ball towards the back post towards Scarpa.
      Wan-Bissaka manages to get there to block the effort.
      Good defending as that was looking like it was going to trouble David de Gea’s goal.
      Jesse Lingard comes on for Scarpa.
      Surridge is replaced by Emanuel Dennis.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      62. Garnacho makes a break down the left but cannot keep the ball in play.
      He boots the ball away much to the annoyance of the Forest fans.
      There was a time where that was a straight yellow card, who knows now, the rules seem to change every week.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      60. United are passing the ball around, making Forest chase shadows up top.
      The tactic will surely take the fuel out of the tank of hosts’ forward line.
      Gibbs-White shoots from distance again with the ball just going over the crossbar.
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      58. Marcus Rashford comes off for Alejandro Garnacho.
      ten Hag taking no chances with his in-form forward.
      Chance for the youngster to showcase his skills.
      Danilo comes off for Jack Colback for Forest.
      Credit: Getty
      Nottingham Forest 0-2 Man Utd
      56. Rashford has gone to ground and not got back up.
      Worry sight for any Man Utd fan.
      Forest counter and Gibbs-White gets a shot away but again de Gea is equal to it.
      Rashford is back to his feet clutching his ribs.
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