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      Man Utd vs Burnley: United eye back-to-back Premier League wins as they face relegation-threatened Clarets – team news

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      MANCHESTER UNITED host relegation-threatened Burnley in a huge Premier League clash on Saturday.Erik Ten Hag’s men beat bottom-of-the-table Sheffield United 4-2 last time out.Bruno Fernandes bagged a double in Man Utd’s 4-2 win over Sheffield UnitedCredit: PAThe Blades went ahead in the game twice, but the Red Devils fought back to claim all three points with the comeback spearheaded by skipper Bruno Fernandes.United’s playmaker bagged a double against Sheffield United, with Harry Maguire and Rasmus Hojlund also getting on the scoresheet.Burnley gave their Premier League survival hopes a boost with a 4-1 win against the Blades last weekend, but are still three points from safety.When is Man Utd vs Burnley?
      Man Utd vs Burnley will take place on Saturday, April 27.
      Kick off will be at 3pm.
      Old Trafford will host.
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhat TV channel is Man Utd vs Burnley on and can it be live streamed?
      Man Utd vs Burnley will not be broadcast on live TV in the UK due to the 3pm blackout.
      However, you can follow SunSport’s live blog of the match for minute-by-minute coverage from Old Trafford.
      Team newsMarcus Rashford missed Wednesday night’s clash against Sheffield United with an injury sustained in the Red Devils FA Cup semi-final win last weekend.The forward will be racing to be fit for the Burnley clash this weekend.Ten Hag will be hoping for a defensive boost with Jonny Evans and Raphael Varane potentially returning to the squad.Most read in FootballFor the Clarets, Aaron Ramsey, Jordan Beyer, Nathan Redmond and Ameen Al-Dakhil will all remain unavailable.What are the odds?Match result
      Man Utd – 4/9
      Draw – 15/4
      Burnley – 9/2
      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      Why is Marcus Rashford not playing for Man Utd against Sheffield United tonight?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be hoping to build on their FA Cup semi-final win with three points against Sheffield United – but Marcus Rashford is unavailable.The Red Devils avoided a shock defeat on Sunday by beating penalty Championship outfit Coventry via penalties after surrendering a three-goal lead.Marcus Rashford will not feature for Manchester United tonightCredit: RexAnd while SunSport’s Neil Custis labelled the win as an embarrassment, Erik ten Hag believed that his team deserved to book their place in the final.However, United’s attention now returns to their chase for a top-four spot and they’ll be expected to secure a victory against bottom-placed Blades.But the English giants will have to do it without Marcus Rashford who hasn’t even made the bench tonight.Why is Marcus Rashford not playing for Man Utd against Sheffield United tonight?Rashford was hooked off the Wembley turf on Sunday after 97 minutes with a suspected injury.Read more on Marcus RashfordAnd the England international was later seen limping as he walked through the mixed zone after the game.Now United will be without the star altogether as they face the Blades with a growing injury list.Mega money £85m signing Antony is instead starting for Erik ten Hag’s side – just days after being ridiculed for mocking Coventry players following United’s penalty win.The Brazilian is yet to score a single league goal in his 25 appearances this season.Most read in Football More

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      Who is Arne Slot? All about Feyenoord’s coach favoured to replace Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool FC’s manager

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      ARNE Slott has emerged as a frontrunner in the race to find Liverpool’s next manager.With Jurgen Klopp’s Anfield departure looming, here’s everything you need to know about the current Feyenoord coach.Arne Slot watching on from the sidelines during the Eredivisie match between Fortuna Sittard and Feyenoord Rotterdam on April 14, 2024Credit: RexWho is Arne Slot?Slot was born in Bergentheim, Netherlands on September 17, 1978, meaning he is currently 45 years of age.His playing career began in 1995 with Zwolle, where he spent seven years in midfield and scored 50 goals in 164 appearances.Slot spent played for NAC Breda for five years and Sparta Rotterdam for three years, before returning to Zwolle.He scored over 100 goals in the course of his 18-year playing career.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSlot became youth coach of Zwolle after retiring from the side as a player in 2013.In 2014, he was appointed as an assistant of Henk de Jong at Cambuur.The following year he became John van den Brom’s assistant at AZ Alkmaar, going on to succeed him as the club’s head coach in 2019.Slot made a fine start to the 19/20 season, picking up 19 points from his first eight games in charge.Most read in FootballBut the season was cancelled in April 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic — AZ were joint top with Ajax on 56 points after 25 games.With AZ seventh in the league, he was sacked before Christmas in 2020 due to being in talks with Feyenoord, where he took over as head coach soon after.In his first full season at Feyenoord, Slot reached the inaugural Europa Conference League final, losing to José Mourinho’s Roma.Slot led Feyenoord to their first League title in six years the following season.He was heavily linked to the Spurs job at the beginning of the 23/24 season, but eventually opted to stay in the Netherlands.In April 2024, Slot won his second trophy with Feyenoord when they beat NEC in the final of the 2024 Dutch Cup.At the time of writing Feyenoord are second in the Eredivisie, nine points behind PSV after 30 games.Slot is understood to be keen on taking charge at Anfield, just a year after snubbing Tottenham.He’s not only been a successful manager, he’s also been hugely impressive with his playing style of very attack-minded, Pep Guardiola-style footballMarcel van der KraanSky SportsHowever, Feyenoord are reluctant to let Slot go and are demanding a tasty fee in return.Liverpool have been locked in talks with their Dutch counterparts, and on April 24 offered £8million to release Slot from his contract.However, this has been turned down by Feyenoord.Is Arne Slot married and does he have children?Yes, Slot is married to his wife Miriam.The couple reportedly has children, but no details about them are available in the public domain.Slot is very private and prefers to keep his family’s personal information out of the spotlight. What style of football does Arne Slot play?Slot’s management style encourages his teams to play “sexy” and “attack-minded” football.Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan told Sky Sports: “He is the prime candidate for Liverpool.‘It was only a matter of time before another big English club would come knocking on the door.‘He’s not only been a successful manager, he’s also been hugely impressive with his playing style of very attack-minded, Pep Guardiola-style football.”I don’t expect Feyenoord to stand in the way. They know he’s a manager in demand but they will demand a big compensation fee. He has two years left on his contract that was a record deal.Arne Slot celebrating after his Feyenoord won the Dutch Cup final against NEC Nijmegen in Rotterdam on April 21, 2024Credit: AFP”Never before in Dutch football has a team paid a manager such huge wages. ‘The players like him, the fans love him, the club love him — they won’t want him to go.“Feyenoord have every right to demand a big fee as there is no clause in his contract which he renewed last year.”He’s been a successful coach and made Feyenoord champions playing crazy, sexy football.“It is sexy what this man brings on a football pitch.“There’s nothing more to win for him here. The next step for him is to enter a club in a big league and no league is bigger for the Dutch than the Premier League.“I will be surprised if Slot doesn’t bite at this chance and become the manger of Liverpool next season.”Does Arne Slot speak English?One of the reasons Slot is the preferred candidate to succeed Klopp at Liverpool is because he is great at communicating his footballing philosophy to his teams’ players.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn such a successful side, he would certainly be expected to hit the ground running at Anfield if he does take over as manager.And in this respect he has an advantage over many other candidates from around the footballing world, as he already speaks English fluently. More

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      How many children does Kyle Walker have?

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      KYLE Walker is considered to be one of the most successful defenders in the Premier League.However, off the pitch the Manchester City star is dad to a massive brood of children.Kyle Walker seen here with his estranged wife Annie Kilner and their three eldest sonsCredit: AFPHow many children does Kyle Walker have?Kyle Walker burst onto the football scene in 2009, and is now a highly regarded member of the Man City squad.However, over the years his personal life has been talked about as much as his footy career and he now  has a big brood of children with two different women.Kyle has six children of his own, and has five sons and one daughter.The footballer welcomed his sixth child in April 2024.Read more on Kyle WalkerWho does Kyle Walker have children with?Kyle has four of his children with his estranged wife Annie Kilner.But he is also father to Influencer and model  Lauryn Goodman kids.Kyle and Annie got married in 2022 after being together for 12 years.They were wed in front of a handful of guests and a registrar at five-star Mottram Hall hotel in Cheshire.Most read in FootballHowever, Annie threw Kyle out over Christmas 2023 when she learned he had fathered a another child with Lauryn.The football star’s estranged wife released a statement at the time confirming they had split.Man City star Kyle Walker confesses to betraying ‘soulmate & best friend’ Annie Kilner in astonishingly honest interviewFollowing this, Kyle told The Sun in a bombshell interview how he bitterly regretted hurting Annie and called her his “soulmate”.He said that he had made “idiot choices and idiot decisions”, adding that “the only person to blame is me”.“My actions have caused a lot of pain to a lot of people. I’m sorry because, as a family, this isn’t meant to happen,” he added.Kyle and his estranged wife Annie have four kids togetherCredit: InstagramHow many kids does Kyle Walker have with Annie Kilner? During their time together, Kyle and Annie welcomed four sons together.On April 16, 2024, The Sun exclusively revealed that Annie had given birth to their fourth child together.A source told us at the time: “Annie gave birth earlier this week and is doing well.“Mum and baby are both happy and healthy.“Kyle couldn’t be happier and is so proud of Annie.”“It has not been an easy few months for them but Kyle is doing everything he can to support Annie.”The couple also share Roman, Riaan, and Reign.The footy ace also has two children with Influencer Lauryn GoodmanCredit: Social Media – Refer to SourceHow many kids does Kyle Walker have with Lauryn Goodman? Lauryn had a brief fling with Kyle in 2019, when he was temporarily split from Annie.Following their short romance, the pair had a son called Kairo in April 2020.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey then had their second child together, following a romp in London hotel in October 2022 behind Annie’s back.Lauryn gave birth to their daughter in August 2023, with pals exclusively revealing to The Sun how “overjoyed” the star was about her growing family.Annie Kilner’s statement on Kyle WalkerAfter splitting from her husband Kyle Walker, Annie Kilner shared a statement.
      Posting on social media she said: “I am posting this in response to growing recent media enquiries about my marriage to Kyle and in an effort to protect my family against the intensity of the media spotlight.
      “Sadly, after many years of marriage and three wonderful children together, I have decided to take some time away from Kyle.
      “I do not wish to comment on the position any further. For now, I ask that the privacy of myself and our three young children is respected during this difficult time.” More

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      Tottenham vs Arsenal: Gunners travel to fierce North London rivals as Premier League title race heats up – team news

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      ARSENAL make the short trip to North London rivals Tottenham for a huge Premier League clash on Super Sunday.The Gunners smashed Chelsea 5-0 at the Emirates last time out with former Blue Kai Havertz bagging a stunning double.Kai Havertz netted a double in Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Chelsea in midweekCredit: GETTYBen White also scored twice on the night as Arsenal comfortably avoided a potential banana skin in their run-in.Mikel Arteta will be hoping it won’t be another trophy-less season for his superb side, but they must win the Premier League title for the first time since 2003/04 for that to be the case.Tottenham go into Sunday’s clash without any midweek hangover as they look to beat their North London rivals for the first time since May 12, 2022.Spurs are battling it out with Aston Villa for a spot in the top-4, with the likes of Manchester United and Newcastle ready to pounce if any slip-ups are made.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhen is Tottenham vs Arsenal?
      Tottenham vs Arsenal will take place on Sunday, April 28.
      Kick off will be at 2pm BST.
      The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will host.
      What TV channel is Tottenham vs Arsenal on and can it be live streamed?
      Tottenham vs Arsenal will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Sky Sports customers can live stream all the action via the NOW app/website.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with the match by following SunSport’s live blog.
      Team newsThe hosts will be without full-back Destiny Udogie after he was ruled out for the remainder of the season with a thigh injury that required surgery.Ange Postecoglou will be sweating over the fitness of right-back Pedro Porro following his second half withdrawal against Newcastle last time out.Most read in FootballRicharlison has missed Spurs’ last two Premier League games but could return for Sunday’s North London derby.For the Gunners, Gabriel Magalhaes went down with an ankle issue against Chelsea in midweek but was fit enough to finish the match and is expected to slot in a centre-back this weekend.Jurrien Timber featured in his first game for eight months on Monday, starring in a 2-2 draw for the Under-21s away to Blackburn Rovers.Sunday is likely to come too soon for the summer arrival, but the Dutchman could still play a part in the run-in.What are the odds?Match result
      Tottenham – 13/5
      Draw – 14/5
      Arsenal – 20/23
      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      EFL play-offs 2024: Dates, kick off times, schedule and fixtures for Championship, League One and League Two ties

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      THE EFL play-offs are almost upon us as four sides from each tier eye promotion to the division above.15 exhilarating ties will take place across the Championship, League One and League Two.Luton Town sealed promotion to the Premier League in last season’s Championship play-offsCredit: PAAll semi-final fixtures will be played over two legs, with 3rd playing 6th and 4th taking on 5th – the higher-ranking team will host the semi-final second leg.The two teams that are victorious in their respective last-4 ties will meet at Wembley Stadium in a one-off final for promotion to the division above.But what are the dates for this season’s EFL play-offs?EFL play-offs 2024 scheduleChampionshipREAD MORE IN FOOTBALLSemi-final first legs6th vs 3rd (12pm) – Sunday May 125th vs 4th (2.15pm) – Sunday May 12Semi-final second legsMost read in EFL3rd vs 6th (8pm) – Thursday May 164th vs 5th (8pm) – Friday May 17FinalSunday May 26 (4.30pm)League OneSemi-final first legs6th vs 3rd (8pm) – Friday May 35th vs 4th – (7.45pm) – Saturday May 4Semi-final second legs3rd vs 6th (8pm) – Tuesday May 74th vs 5th (8pm) – Wednesday May 8FinalSaturday May 18 (5.30pm)League TwoSemi-final first legs7th vs MK Dons (3pm) – Monday May 66th vs 5th (5.30pm) – Monday May 6Semi-final second legsMK Dons vs 7th (8pm) – Thursday May 95th vs 6th (8pm) – Friday May 10FinalSunday May 19 (1pm)READ MORE SUN STORIESHow to watch the EFL play-offsSky Sports will broadcast each semi-final leg from every division in the EFL.The broadcasting giant will also air the play-off final from each tier. More

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      Why are Arsenal wearing black armbands tonight against Chelsea?

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      ARSENAL are wearing black armbands in their match against Chelsea.The Gunners are paying their respects at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League clash.Arsenal are wearing black armbands against ChelseaCredit: GETTYWhy are Arsenal wearing black armbands?Arsenal are wearing black armbands in tribute to their former chairman, Sir Chips Keswick, who passed away this week aged 84.During his time with the Gunners he oversaw the team winning four FA Cups, with his final year fittingly seeing the team win the 2020 FA Cup as he stepped down in May of that year.Keswick became the chairman of the north London side in 2013 having initially joined the club’s board alongside Lord Harris in November 2005.An Arsenal statement announcing the sad news read: “It is with great sadness that the club reports the death of former Chairman, Sir Chips Keswick.The Gunners are paying tribute to Sir Chips KeswickCredit: Getty – Contributor”A lifelong Arsenal supporter, he was a regular at Highbury after first standing in the boys’ enclosure in 1949 and listed his early heroes as the Compton brothers and Jimmy Logie but, above all, goalkeeper – and later manager – George Swindin, as young Chips was a budding schoolboy keeper himself.”Retirement allowed him to spend more time with his beloved family as well as indulge in his other great sporting passion, horse racing – he was a respected owner of numerous racehorses over the years. “Sir Chips will be greatly missed by everyone at Arsenal who knew him and we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Lady Sarah and their children David, Tobias and Adam.”Keswick had previously been a vice-chairman of Hambros bank between 1986 and 1998 and knighted by the Queen for services to banking in 1993.Most read in FootballHe was known to be a keen racehorse owner and owned some with the Queen.Keswick won the Cheltenham Festival Novices’ Handicap Chase in 2014 with Present View, trained by Jamie Snowden, but missed it because Arsenal were playing in Europe.Upon his retirement as the most powerful man at Arsenal in 2020, Keswick said at the time: “It has been an honour to be the chairman of this great football club.”Arsenal has always held a special place in my life and that will remain the case in the future.” More

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      Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant: Date, UK start time, TV channel, live stream for huge Misfits 15 title bout

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      ELLE BROOKE will return to the ring next month for her toughest test yet.The current MFB Women’s Middleweight champion will take on former UFC star Paige VanZant.Credit: @MisfitsBoxing/XVanZant is still looking for her first win in boxing after losing her first two bouts in the sport.The former UFC star hasn’t boxed since she was outpointed by Rachael Ostovich at BK19 in July 2021.Meanwhile, Elle Brooke boats an impressive record of 4-1 and most recently stopped former Love Islander AJ Bunker in January.The OnlyFans star has been a regular on Misfits Boxing and now faces her biggest test yet – but when is the huge title bout?READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant?
      Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant will take place on Saturday, May 25.
      The two will headline Misfits Boxing 15.
      A time for the main event has not yet been determined.
      The bout will take place at the NRG Arena in Houston, Texas.
      What TV channel is Brooke vs VanZant on and can it be live streamed?
      Brooke vs VanZant will be broadcast live on DAZN.
      DAZN customers can live stream all the action via the DAZN app/website.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option.
      Who else is on the card?The full card for Misfits Boxing 15 is yet to be revealed.
      Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant for MFB Women’s Middleweight Title
      Le’Veon Bell vs Tristan Hamn in the quarter-final of MFB Cruiserweight title tournament
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