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      Liverpool and West Ham’s Europa League defeats at huge risk of costing Premier League fifth Champions League spot

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      SPURS fans may be secretly hoping for Arsenal to BEAT Bayern Munich next week – to keep the fifth Champions League spot safety valve alive.England had been favourite to claim one of the two extra spots in the competition following the Champions League quarter final first legs.Liverpool’s 3-0 defeat to Atalanta has left England’s hopes of an extra Champions League spot in tattersCredit: GettyWest Ham’s 2-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen has handed Germany an advantageCredit: PABut Liverpool’s humiliating 0-3 home defeat by Atalanta, coupled with Leverkusen’s two late goals against West Ham, changed the equation.It allowed Germany to push past England into second spot in the coefficient table.And unless the Anfield side can pull off one of the great European comebacks or the Hammers turn around their tie at the London Stadium, it may require an Arsenal win in Bavaria to keep England’s hope of an extra place in the Champions League on track.Tuesday’s draws for Arsenal and Manchester City against Bayern and Real Madrid respectively saw England nudge level with Germany in this season’s coefficient table and ahead when last season’s results were then taken into account as a tie-breaker.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut while Aston Villa’s narrow 2-1 home win over Lille in the Conference League was a boost, the two Europa League games represented massive blows to England’s chances of earning one of the two extra spots for the best performing countries.Every win, draw and round progression by a team adds to a country’s total, which is then divided by the number of clubs involved at the start of the competition.But it means that any wins by German sides are worth more than those by the Prem teams.That’s because the Bundesliga had only seven representatives across the three competitions at the start of the season, compared to the eight English sides.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAhead of the second leg ties next week, Germany has created space above England in the seasonal table – while Italy now looks certain to be confirmed as getting the first extra place.But if Arsenal can win in the Allianz Arena, alongside a City victory over Madrid at the Etihad and Villa avoiding defeat in France, England would edge back in front and be in the box seat.Liverpool 0 Atalanta 3- Jurgen Klopp’s Treble dream in tatters as Reds are humiliated in Europa League quarter-finalBut a Bayern win and Leverkusen avoiding defeat – unless Liverpool do something incredible in Bergamo – would then require City to both beat Madrid next week and eliminate Munich in the semis before triumphing at Wembley in June.And with Liverpool’s likely exit making Leverkusen front-runners to lift the Europa League, Villa would need to at least reach the Conference League Final for there to be any realistic chance of England leapfrogging Germany.English teams in EuropeQuarter-final, first-leg results:

      Real Madrid 3 Man City 3 (Champions League)

      Arsenal 2 Bayern Munich 2 (Champions League)

      Liverpool 0 Atalanta 3 (Europa League)

      Bayer Leverkusen 2 West Ham 0 (Europa League)

      Aston Villa 2 Lille 1 (Europa Conference League) More

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      West Ham boss David Moyes slams Bayer Leverkusen’s bench as ‘a disgrace’ for what they did during fiery clash

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      WEST HAM manager David Moyes hit out at Xabi Alonso after their Europa League quarter-final defeat.The Hammers frustrated Bayer Leverkusen for long periods in the first leg but eventually fell to a 2-0 defeat.David Moyes hit out at Bayer Leverkusen’s bench after the gameCredit: GettyMoyes claimed Leverkusen tried to get Lucas Paqueta bookedCredit: RexThere was a mass altercation after Paqueta’s late tackleCredit: APPaqueta is now suspended for the second legCredit: APTo make matters worse for West Ham, Lucas Paqueta and Emerson are suspended for next Thursday after picking up their third yellows in the competition.The Brazilian midfielder picked up the booking for a rash challenge on Amine Adli.Leverkusen’s players and bench were furious over the tackle, surrounding the referee and pushing Paqueta.After the game, Moyes fumed at the reaction from the soon to be Bundesliga champions, saying: “He will be a huge miss but I thought their bench was a disgrace.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He [the referee] got surrounded. I thought it was disgraceful and was really disappointing.”Did they get him booked? I think so.”You should let the referee make the decision and not the way they reacted to the incident.”I thought it was a rule all the way through. We would not all run off and surround him. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”It was a poor thing for them to do and they are a good side and they didn’t need to react like that.”On Moyes’ comments, Alonso said: “I thought it was a deserved yellow card. I have a lot of respect for David but we don’t look at their bench.”The Tap In West Ham’s Moyes Out fans should ‘be careful what they wish for’ ft. Tony CotteeWest Ham now face an uphill battle in the second leg, with star man Jarrod Bowen potentially out injured.The Irons need to win by two goals to force extra-time against Leverkusen, who are unbeaten in 42 games.But Moyes insists his side still have belief: “We know we are playing a good team but we are not out of the tie. If we can get that first goal it will make a difference.”We did a really good job defensively. We were aware of them scoring late goals in other games and they put us under intense pressure and we found it difficult.”We were playing a Champions League team and a good one at that.”We will have to come up trumps next week and the first thing we have to do is get one goal and take it from there.” More

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      Watch Liverpool keeper Kelleher winces in pain after saving shot with his FACE in Europa League clash vs Atalanta

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      CAOIMHIN KELLEHER showed just how much he was prepared to put his body on the line against Atalanta last night.The keeper pulled off a stunning save in the first half… using his FACE.Caoimhin Kelleher did well to shut down Mario PasalicCredit: TNT SportsHe winced in pain straight awayCredit: TNT SportsHis eye showed signs of bruising straight awayCredit: TNT SportsThe chance came after the ball dropped to Mario Pasalic just outside the six-yard box.Kelleher, 25, did brilliantly to scramble towards the midfielder and stop the shot with his visage.The ball left a visible bruise afterwards under Kelleher’s eye.Fan on X were quick to react to the brilliant improvisation from Kelleher.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan wrote: “What a save.”Another said: “That’s a good stop.”But some fans disagreed with the idea that the save was good.One fan wrote: “Literally hits him on the head. Not a save, Jesus.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA fourth fan said: “What a stop 😂 it hit his face?”Despite Kelleher’s brave keeping in the first-half, it was a night to forget for Liverpool.Former Liverpool star Danny Murphy opens up on cocaine addiction after retiring before finding his way as BBC pundit West Ham reject Gianluca Scamacca scored a brace and Mario Pasalic made up for the Kelleher save as they made it 3-0 in the first-leg of the quarter-final.The loss is a massive dent in Jurgen Klopp’s hopes of winning a treble to sign off as Liverpool manager this season. More

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      Premier League star in SUV crash just HOURS before Europa League crunch match

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      ASTON Villa footballer Jhon Durán smashed his luxury SUV just hours before their crunch match against Lille.The Colombia international was seen using his phone while standing next to his crushed BMW X6 in Birmingham.Aston Villa footballer Jhon Durán smashed his luxury SUV just hours before their crunch match against LilleCredit: X/TwitterThe Colombia international was seen using his phone while standing next to his crushed BMW X6 in BirminghamCredit: GettyPictures posted on X/Twitter showed him wearing a cap and a gold chain with a jumper tied around his Villa training shorts.The bonnet of his grey £73,000 car was crumpled with the front grill missing a headlight as fluids leaked out from the undercarriage.Eyewitnesses claimed he crashed into a van at around 11.20am today on the Holloway Head B4127.One told The Sun: “Durán immediately made sure everyone was OK and stayed at the scene to be fair to him.Read more Sports News”His car was in a really bad way and I would not be surprised if it was written off as that’ll be a dear repair.”It caused hefty delays through the City Centre but the main thing is no one was injured.”I guess it’s not ideal preparation for the big game but I hope he still made it to Villa Park on time.”A West Midlands Police spokeswoman said: “We were called to Holloway Head, Birmingham at around 11.20am today (April 11) to reports of a collision involving a car and a van.Most read in Football”No injuries were reported.”Durán, 20, is believed to be fine and will start on the bench for tonight’s Europa Conference League quarter-final.Roy Keane tips Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins to make move to ‘top team’ like Man Utd, City or LiverpoolThe Colombian has largely been used as a substitute since signing for the Villans for a reported £15million in January 2023.But many tipped him to start the home leg against French side Lille with England star striker Olly Watkins still recovering from injury.He scored his first Premier League goal in the 4-0 win against Everton last August before netting his first goal in Europe against Hibernian two weeks later.The young prodigy, who previously played for US side Chicago Fire, has won eight caps for Colombia, scoring once against Japan on his debut.Villa were approached for comment.Durán, 20, is believed to be fine and will start on the bench for tonight’s quarter-final More

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      ‘We’re going’, say Thierry Henry and Micah Richards as CBS Sports duo walk off set live on TV

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      THIERRY HENRY and Micah Richards both walked off set during the latest episode of CBS Sports Golazo.The duo announced “we’re going” as they checked out of Wednesday’s Champions League coverage.Thierry Henry and Micah Richards both walked off set live on CBS SportsCredit: CBSHaving analysed the evening’s quarter-final first legs, attention turned to Thursday night’s action.Host Kate Abdo asked: “What about your opinion on these Europa League fixtures?”However, this prompted a strong reaction from ex-Arsenal forward Henry and former Manchester City man Richards.The pair both stood up from their chairs as Henry said: “We’re not talking about Europa League. Arsenal and Man City.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”You guys made me suffer for a long time laughing at Arsenal. We’re going to sit there.”He pointed away from the desk as they both walked off set, leaving Jamie Carragher and Abdo on their own.Henry also quipped: “You guys speak Europa League.”Liverpool icon Carragher then asked: “You only do Champions League?”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Frenchman replied: “Let me enjoy that for one year, we haven’t been there for a long time. You can talk about Europa League.”Arsenal are back in the Champions League this season for the first time since 2017.Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher namecheck Aberdeen in greatest ever debateMikel Arteta’s side played out a 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in their quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.Meanwhile, City and Real Madrid drew 3-3 at the Santiago Bernabeu.Carragher’s old side Liverpool did not qualify this term, though, after finishing fifth in the Premier League last season.Henry quipped ‘we’re going’ after Kate Abdo asked him about the Europa LeagueCredit: CBSThe Reds remain in the Europa League, though, and host Atalanta on Thursday night.Meanwhile, West Ham face Bayer Leverkusen in the same competition and Aston Villa take on Lille in the Conference League. More

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      Bayer Leverkusen vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Hammers face Xabi Alonso’s red-hot side in Europa League quarter-final

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      WEST HAM travel to Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen for the first leg of their thrilling Europa League quarter-final tie.Xabi Alonso’s men have not lost in 41 matches across all competitions which includes a dramatic 5-4 aggregate last-16 win against Qarabag.And they’ll be favourites to progress ahead of the Hammers who have lost talisman Jarrod Bowen to injury.
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      Liverpool vs Atalanta LIVE SCORE: Reds host Italian outfit in Europa League quarter-final first leg – updates

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      LIVERPOOL welcome Atalanta to Merseyside for the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie.Jurgen Klopp’s men humiliated Sparta Prague 11-2 on aggregate in the previous round.While the visitors pulled off an incredible 3-2 comeback against Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon.
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      West Ham fan left with ‘life-threatening injuries’ after being hit by road sweeper ahead of Europa League clash

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      A WEST Ham fan has been seriously hurt after being hit by a road sweeper before tonight’s Europa quarter-final clash with Leverkusen.The 68-year-old was hit at a pedestrian traffic light near Cologne Cathedral, close to where hundreds of Hammers were singing and enjoying beers.A West Ham fan has been seriously injured after being hit by a road sweeper in Cologne. Stock picCredit: GettyWest Ham fans have travelled to Germany to see their side’s clash with LeverkusenCredit: GettyIt is understood he may have fallen under the truck’s brushes and suffered head injuries. The machine then struck a traffic light pole, which left the driver injured.Cops said the West Ham fan suffered “life-threatening injuries” on Wednesday night.But his condition has stabilised today after he was treated by doctors in hospital, reports the Mail.More on West HamAround 4,000 West Ham fans are in Germany ahead of today’s game at 8pm.But only 1,750 have tickets for the quarter-final first leg with Bayer Leverkusen.Meanwhile, Europe’s leading fan group has slammed Uefa over the “paltry” ticket allocation for the Europa League final in Dublin.Liverpool and West Ham will be given 12,000 tickets each if they reach the Aviva Stadium on May 22, representing just half the 48,000 capacity.Most read in FootballFans of both clubs have just days to apply for the initial allocation of £34 “Fans First” seats that are available from a further 12,000 tickets on sale.But Football Supporters Europe (FSE) led the attack on Uefa, urging Europe’s governing body to perform a U-turn, increase the club allocations and “do right” by fans.Europa League quarter-final draw in full as Liverpool and West Ham learn their fate West Ham fired their way into the Europa League quarter-finals after already eliminating another German side, Freiburg, 5-0 last month.David Moyes took the handbrake off and was rewarded with five goals, including two stunners from Mohammed Kudus.Tonight West Ham will face Leverkusen, before the German side makes their way to London next week for a second clash next Thursday.Leverkusen are so far unbeaten this Europa League season – scoring 24 goals in their eight games.Midfielder Kalvin Phillips didn’t travel to Cologne with his teammates after suffering a hamstring strain in training on Tuesday. The on-loan Manchester City midfielder will also miss Sunday’s London derby against Fulham and is likely to miss the visit to Crystal Palace on April 21.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd West Ham are still unclear as to when Jarrod Bowen will return from his back injury, though there is hope he will be able to feature in the second leg against Bayer Leverkusen next week. More