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      Lens vs PSV LIVE SCORE: Latest Champions League updates as Dutch giants travel to France for huge tie

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      LENS will host Dutch giants PSV in a tasty Champions League clash as the French side look to build on their shock win against Arsenal last time out.Frank Haise’s side currently sit top of the Group B and are undefeated in Europe’s elite competition this season.

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      Braga vs Real Madrid LIVE SCORE: Champions League kings look to continue flawless start in Portugal – stream, TV

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      CHAMPIONS LEAGUE kings Real Madrid will travel to Portugal to take on Braga in a huge Group C clash.Los Blancos have enjoyed a flawless start to this year’s competition with Jude Bellingham scoring in their opening two matches.

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      How Arsenal lined up in loss to Sevilla when teams last met in 2007 with forgotten man at right-back and Bendtner up top

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      ARSENAL travel to Sevilla tonight in a crucial Champions League group stage clash.Last time they made the trip to Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan in 2007, former boss Arsene Wenger decided to select a youthful starting XI.

      Arsene Wenger named a youthful side against SevillaCredit: EPA
      The Gunners had gone into the match unbeaten in all competitions, but slumped to a 3-1 defeat in Andalucia that ultimately cost them top spot in Group H.
      Sevilla, as they will tonight, went into that match in 2007 as reigning Europa League winners – or Uefa Cup as it was then known.
      Manuel Almunia was preferred to Jens Lehmann in goal, with academy graduate Justin Hoyte at right-back over Bacary Sagna.
      Armand Traore was selected at left-back with Kolo Toure and Philippe Senderos in the middle.
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      Hoyte, now 38, went on to play for Middlesbrough, Millwall, Dagenham and FC Cincinnati before calling it a day in 2019.
      Traore, meanwhile, had an eclectic career that led him from Juventus to Cardiff – but he has not had a club since he was 30.
      Former Invincible Gilberto Silva was at the base of midfield, alongside Denilson and Cesc Fabregas.
      In attack Wenger fielded Eduardo, Emmanuel Eboue and Nicklas Bendtner.
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      Nicklas Bendtner was a regular in the Arsenal squad in 2007Credit: EPA
      Justin Hoyte came through the Gunners’ academyCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Eduardo fired Arsenal into the lead on 11 minutes, but Arsenal were pegged back by future Barcelona star Seydou Keita.
      Brazil striker Luis Fabiano gave Sevilla the lead on 34 minutes for a side that also boasted the likes of Dani Alves.
      Wenger turned to Tomas Rosicky, Sagna and Theo Walcott from his bench.
      But a penalty by former Tottenham striker Frederic Kanoute sealed the points on 89 minutes.
      After falling to second in the group, Arsenal drew holders AC Milan in the round of 16.
      They beat Milan 2-0 on aggregate, but went on to lose 5-3 across two legs to Prem rivals Liverpool.

      Luis Fabiano celebrates with Seydou KeitaCredit: Reuters More

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      Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand breaks silence on Jim Ratcliffe investment and fears ‘player turmoil’

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      RIO FERDINAND has told Sir Jim Ratcliffe to reveal his grand plans for Manchester United or risk more dressing-room turmoil.Ratcliffe, 71, is set to buy a 25 per cent stake in the club in a £1.3billion deal with the Glazers — and have  control of football operations.
      Rio Ferdinand has called for Sir Jim Ratcliffe to elaborate on his plans for Man UtdCredit: PA
      But United legend Ferdi, 44, declared: “We’ve not had it explained what 25 per cent looks like from a  business standpoint, to appease the anxiety.
      “Most fans wanted a new ownership. It’s not that now, so communication is vital.
      “If Mr Ratcliffe is coming in and wants to hit the ground running, show some signs of influence.
      “One of the key areas he needs to zone in on is communication with the fanbase.
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      “They are so important with the tone around the ground and that influences players.
      “If you can control the  hype,  you have a better chance of keeping the dressing room  tightknit and emotions to a level to perform.
      “At the moment, the grey area for every single element of the football club is not healthy.”
      There is a proposal of a new United football committee, which could include Sir Jim’s INEOS colleague Sir Dave Brailsford.
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      Ratcliffe is set to buy a 25 per cent stake in the clubCredit: AFP
      However, with negotiations still being finalised after Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani withdrew his £5bn offer to buy the Red Devils, there remains confusion over the exact role and power Ratcliffe will take on from the club’s US  owners, the Glazer family.
      Asked if Erik ten Hag’s squad have the mentality to deal with the noise on and off the pitch, Ferdinand added: “It is hard  to say whether this squad can deal with stuff like this.
      “You are demanding a lot from them.
      “They are a team  still trying to find out who they are.
      “But I wouldn’t have any player being able to have the excuse. I’ve seen it, I’ve been there.”
      The ongoing uncertainty over the drawn-out takeover — the Glazers put United up for sale in November last year — has coincided with the team’s poor start to the season. Ten Hag’s side are eighth in the Premier League and already eight points behind leaders Tottenham after just nine games.
      They have also lost their opening two Champions League fixtures  to Bayern Munich and Galatasaray and sit bottom of Group A as they host Copenhagen tomorrow.
      Ferdinand added: “When stability isn’t there underneath, that’s when you need to come to the front as an owner and say how it is. It puts everyone at ease.
      “That’s not going to right everything, just by communicating but it goes a long way and squashes a few of those loud voices.”
      The former England defender suggested British billionaire Ratcliffe should use United’s former chief executive David Gill as inspiration.
      Ratcliffe poses as a favourite to take over at Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Gill, now 66, was in the job from 2003-13, overseeing great success under legendary  manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
      Ferdinand, who won six Prem titles, the Champions League and three EFL Cups at United between 2002-14, said: “In my time, David Gill left us in no uncertain terms about the direction of the club and a clear, ‘This is the project’.
      “We went through a lull when Jose Mourinho and Chelsea were dominating, as well as Arsenal and that was when my contract renegotiation was going on.
      “People were courting me but I was absolutely clear and happy with the club’s aspirations.
      “If there were any issues, you went to see him. Plain and  simple. I don’t know if that’s going on at the club now.
      “Technical staff could be telling players what the project is.
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      “But do the players really believe it when there is no voice or face at the top?”
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      Mikel Arteta makes huge David Raya decision as Chelsea ‘line up shock transfer bid to lure Arsenal goalkeeper’

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      MIKEL ARTETA is turning a deaf ear to David Raya’s critics and insists he is not going to chop and change his keepers every time they make a mistake.Raya was left red-faced after being caught out of position by Mykhailo Mudryk’s cross-shot in Saturday’s 2-2 draw at Chelsea.
      Mikel Arteta has discussed Arsenal’s goalkeeper situationCredit: Getty
      David Raya was caught out by Mykhailo Mudryk on SaturdayCredit: Alamy
      He wasn’t helped by Mudryk revealing that he had been told by his goalkeeping coach that Raya, 28, was susceptible to being lobbed because he was always so far off his line.
      And when an attempted pass out was then intercepted by Blues ace Cole Palmer, the visiting Arsenal supporters started to chant for Aaron Ramsdale.
      Fans favourite Ramsdale, 25, missed Saturday’s game after his wife Georgina gave birth to their first child.
      And though he is back in the squad for tomorrow’s Champions League game in Sevilla, he is unlikely to oust Spaniard Raya from the starting line-up.
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      Gunners gaffer Arteta was giving nothing away when asked who will be in goal tomorrow evening.
      He said: “You will see when we turn up.
      “I haven’t seen any sign of David suffering with the spotlight — and I will not take any decisions based on a single action of a game.
      “For sure it’s not realistic to change a player every time a mistake is made. Errors are part of football and mistakes happen from defenders, from strikers and from goalkeepers.
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      “There’s always pressure when you play for a big club when you have to  be at your best every game, especially when you have someone next to you who is pushing for your place.
      “There is debate about every player and that is the beauty of the game. And the fact you have so many options is going to make those talks more frequent.”
      Arteta insists there is no margin for error after losing their last group game in Lens.
      He said: “The atmosphere is going to be very hot tonight and the emotional state of the team to go through difficult moments will be absolutely key.”
      Europa League winners Sevilla are currently 13th in LaLiga and sacked coach Jose Luis Mendilibar this month.
      But Gunners midfielder Jorginho warned: “Sevilla have done great things in Europe so it’s going to be a good test.”
      Amid Arsenal’s goalkeeper conundrum, Ramsdale has reportedly become a transfer target for Chelsea.
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      Jack Grealish poses with unrecognisable Premier League cult hero ahead of Man City Champions League clash

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      JACK GREALISH recently came face to face with one of his boyhood heroes.The Manchester City star posed for a picture with Aston Villa icon Juan Pablo Angel, who played in the Premier League for six years.
      Jack Grealish met ex-Aston Villa star Juan Pablo AngelCredit: Instagram @jackGrealish
      Grealish posted the picture on Instagram with a comment that read: “My first ever hero.
      “If you know you know. There’s only one Juan Pablo Angel.”
      The two stars met at what appears to be City’s training ground, leaving fans stunned.
      Angel now looks completely unrecognisable from his Villa days.
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      His long hair and signature headband has been swapped for a short cut.
      He is also now sporting a beard.
      Grealish first met the Aston Villa icon back in 2019, when he interviewed him for a YouTube video.
      The England star said: “I remember watching you as a kid, you were obviously my favourite player scoring all the goals.
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      “I’ve never had the chance to meet you before, so it’s a pleasure.”
      Angel, now 47, joined Aston Villa in a then club-record £9.5million transfer from River Plate.
      He made 205 appearances for the Villans during his six-year spell, scoring 62 goals and providing 10 assists.
      The striker left the club in 2007 to join New York Red Bulls.
      He then went on to play for LA Galaxy, Chivas USA and Atletico Nacional before retiring in 2014.
      Angel spent six years at Villa ParkCredit: Getty More

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      Man City forced to change Champions League preparations over ‘dangerous’ injury fears just days before Manchester derby

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      MANCHESTER CITY are forced to change their Champions League preparations over “dangerous” fear of injury at Young Boys ground.City will take on the Swiss club at Wankdorf Stadium’s plastic pitch on Wednesday ahead of their Manchester derby on Sunday.
      Manchester City are forced to change their Champions League preparationsCredit: Getty
      Pep Guardiola fears over Young Boys’ ‘dangerous’ plastic pitchCredit: EPA
      Pep Guardiola’s side typically trains at the City Football Academy before flying to away games and rarely train at the home team’s ground before the game.
      But Young Boys’ artificial pitch in Switzerland has convinced Guardiola that his team need to practice on the unfamiliar surface before Wednesday’s match.
      Guardiola will train his side at the Wankdorf Stadium in Bern for a training session on Tuesday evening.
      Just two years ago, Young Boys beat Manchester United at home and Luke Shaw heavily criticised the pitch.
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      He said: “No excuses, we lost the game. But for the Champions League, these pitches, they shouldn’t be possible.
      “It’s dangerous. It’s hard to turn on.”
      Young Boys turned to synthetic turf in 2014 to lower maintenance costs and ensure they can host other events.
      This was not the first blast about the Swiss club’s pitch as ex-Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho also had something to say on the matter in 2018.
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      Harry Maguire during Man Utd’s defeat to Young BoysCredit: AFP
      “I don’t understand how you can play the best club competition on an artificial pitch.
      “Some probably fear injuries. I had some players after training yesterday, light training, and they were feeling ankles, back pains, sore.
      “It’s not easy, especially not for people who are not adapted to it. Also a little bit of a fear in the duels.”
      Guardiola’s fear of injury for his players means City have changed their plans and will now take an earlier flight out of Manchester.
      And the Spaniard is desperate to ensure his squad are fresh for the weekend ahead of their Premier League clash against rivals Man Utd.
      Last term’s Premier League champs have snatched the top spot of the table by goal difference to go in front of last year’s runners-up Arsenal.
      Meanwhile, after their 2-1 victory against Sheffield United on Saturday Erik ten Hag’s side aims to continue their winning streak and redeem their poor start to the term.
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      Newcastle vs Borussia Dortmund: Magpies welcome Bundesliga giants to St James’ Park for Champions League clash – Stream

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      NEWCASTLE take on Borussia Dortmund in their next Champions League clash this week. The Magpies currently sit top of their group, which also consists of AC Milan and PSG.
      Newcastle thrashed PSG in their last Champions League clashCredit: Reuters
      Dortmund have yet to win a game in the Champions League this seasonCredit: Getty
      Eddie Howe’s men drew 0-0 with Milan in their first game but were fortunate to come away from the San Siro with a point.
      There’s no disputing over Newcastle’s win over PSG, however, as they thrashed the Ligue 1 champions 4-1 in front of a raucous St James’ Park crowd.
      And now they host Bundesliga giants Dortmund, who will bring their own party atmosphere to town.
      Dortmund are undefeated in the league this season, but they need to get going in Europe if they’re to qualify for the knockout stages.

      When is Newcastle vs Dortmund?

      Newcastle’s clash with Dortmund will take place on Wednesday, October 25.
      You can live stream the action on the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Newcastle vs Dortmund will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action on the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Sandro Tonali is expected to play once again for Newcastle despite talk of a potential ban over alleged betting offences.
      Harvey Barnes and Sven Botman are still out with injuries, however. Alexander Isak is expected to play ip top.
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      Youssoufa Moukoko is still out with a thigh issue for the German side.
      Odds

      Newcastle – 4/6
      Draw – 13/5
      Dortmund – 10/3

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