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      Why is Trent Alexander-Arnold not playing for Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final?

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      LIVERPOOL will be looking to retain the Carabao Cup when they take on Newcastle in the final at Wembley. The clash offers Liverpool a chance at redemption after their elimination from the Champions League at the hands of PSG.Trent Alexander-Arnold picked up an injury against PSG in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettyAlexander-Arnold was seen in tears as he had to come offCredit: GettyThe 26-year-old star came through the academy at LiverpoolCredit: Cody Froggatt/SportimageAlexander-Arnold is out of contract in the summer, and has been heavily linked with a switch to Real MadridCredit: GettyHowever, the Reds will be without English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold for their big showdown at Wembley.Arne Slot is already without his other options on the right of defence, with Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez currently out of action for the Premier League leaders.With Slot’s side already out of the FA Cup and the Champions League, Alexander-Arnold may have already played his last final for the Reds.The 26-year-old star came through the academy in Merseyside, but is heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid with his contract expiring this summer.Read more Carabao Cup finalAlexander-Arnold was seen in tears by fans in the ground after Liverpool’s Champions League exit.Slot’s men know the final is massive now as they need a response from their Champions League exit.Why is Trent Alexander-Arnold not playing in the Carabao Cup final?Trent Alexander-Arnold was forced off in Liverpool’s Champions League elimination due to a suspected ankle injury. Alexander-Arnold will be out for a while, with games including the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle.Most read in FootballHe has also not been selected in Thomas Tuchel’s first England squad due to injury.Jarell Quansah replaced Trent Alexander-Arnold against PSG, so is most likely to be played at Wembley.What has Arne Slot said?Arne Slot confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss the final when he said: “Trent is not available. “He will not be there at the final.”Alexander-Arnold looks set to leave Liverpool, and will want to say goodbye to Anfield, and Slot offered Reds fans a boost: “We do expect him back before the end of the season.”But he is still to be assessed for how long it will take”In this part of the season, it’s almost impossible to have all your players fit. “Both teams have two, or three or four players who cannot play.”That’s almost a privilege because so many teams have had more than that.” More

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      Liverpool vs Newcastle live stream FREE: How to watch huge Carabao Cup final

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      LIVERPOOL take on Newcastle at Wembley for the first piece of silverware of the season TODAY!Arne Slot’s Reds will be looking for their first trophy under the new manager.Arne Slot will take charge of his first final as Liverpool managerCredit: Jake Kirkman/Every Second MediaEddie Howe is hoping to end a long Toon wait for a trophyCredit: GettyMohamed Salah will hope to win a trophy in what could be his final season in EnglandCredit: GettyAnthony Gordon will MISS the Carabao Cup finalCredit: REUTERS/Scott HeppellFor Newcastle and Eddie Howe, they are offered a shot at retribution for the 2023 Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester United.Liverpool’s glowing first season under Arne Slot now looks under real threat, with the side out of the Champions League at the hands of PSG and knocked out of the FA Cup by Plymouth. However, the Premier League seems all but settled in their favour, so the Reds will be hoping for a domestic double in Slot’s first season.The Magpies last domestic trophy came 70 YEARS ago in 1955, when they won the FA Cup.Read more FootballThe side have recently been in the Champions League, and are hopeful of returning to Europe’s elite this season.The one thing that has eluded Eddie Howe and Newcastle in their current run of history is a trophy, with the Carabao Cup presenting another chance for them to have a shot at glory. Like Liverpool, the Magpies are already out of the FA Cup, eliminated by Brighton in a clash that saw Anthony Gordon sent off and suspended for this game. SunSport can reveal how to watch the Carabao Cup final for FREE!Most read in FootballHow to watch the Carabao Cup final and is there a live stream?Sky Sports have had coverage of the Carabao Cup all season but a deal has been struck to make the final FREE-TO-AIR.The match will be shown live for free on ITV1.It can also be streamed FREE on ITVX, although viewers will need to register with an email address.Coverage is also on Sky Sports Main and Football, as well as Sky Showcase.The match will kick off at 4.30pm UK.Alternatively, follow all the build-up, action and reaction with SunSport’s live blog. More

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      Why is Anthony Gordon not playing for Newcastle against Liverpool in Carabao Cup final?

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      ANTHONY GORDON will MISS Newcastle United’s massive Carabao Cup final clash against Liverpool TODAY.Eddie Howe’s side will take on Liverpool at Wembley Stadium, with the first trophy of the season on the line.Anthony Gordon was sent off for violent conduct on Jan Paul van Hecke in the FA CupCredit: REUTERS/Scott HeppellAnthony Taylor was shown a straight red card following his hit on van HeckeCredit: REUTERS/Scott HeppellNewcastle reached the Carabao Cup final after knocking out Arsenal, winning 4-0 over two legs.Anthony Gordon scored two goals in the semi-finals, one at St James Park and one at The Emirates.The former Everton winger, 24, has nine goals and six assists this season in all competitions, on track to beat his record of 12 goals 10 assists last season.The Toon will take on Liverpool at Wembley this Sunday, March 16.Read more FootballArne Slot’s Reds beat Tottenham 4-1 on aggregate, turning over a 1-0 loss at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with a 4-0 win at Anfield.SunSport can reveal why Gordon is not playing in the Carabao Cup final.Why is Anthony Gordon not playing in the Carabao Cup final?Anthony Gordon is suspended and will therefore NOT be eligible to play in the Carabao Cup final.The winger was shown a straight red card for violent conduct after hitting Brighton’s Jan Paul van Hecke in the back of the head in the FA Cup.Most read in FootballNewcastle went on to lose the game 2-1 after Danny Welbeck scored in extra-time.Gordon is suspended for three games – West Ham away, Liverpool at Wembley and Brentford at home.The Toon did not appeal the red card.How to watch the Carabao Cup final 2025 and is it available for streaming?The Carabao Cup takes place on Sunday, March 16.The match kicks off at 4.30pm GMT.The match will be shown FREE-TO-AIR on ITV1 in the UK.It can also be streamed for free on ITVX – although viewers will need to register for a free account with an email address.Sky will also air the match on three channels – Sky Sports Football, Main Event and Sky Showcase.It can also be live streamed for customers with the Sky Go app.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the build-up, action and reaction from the match. More

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      Why is Cole Palmer not in the Chelsea squad for their Premier League game against Arsenal?

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      CHELSEA travel to the Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal in a blockbuster clash in the race for Champions League qualification. The Blues stuttered in the early months of the year, but have regain some stride in league action – winning their last last two. Palmer has been in rotten form in recent weeksCredit: GettyNontheless, top scorer Cole Palmer will NOT be in action for the West London side today. Despite Palmer’s productive 14 goals in 28 games this season, he hasn’t scored in seven league gamesIt can be verified that Palmer is out injured after picking up a minor knock in the week. Palmer, 22, was picked in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad on Friday but is yet unclear if he will play in the March internationals. READ MORE IN CHELSEARegardless, Chelsea are hopeful of having him back fit after the international break, after suffering from illness last week in the win against Leicester City. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca addressed why Palmer was not in the matchday squad in his pre-match interview with Sky Sports:“He’s not in the toilet, for sure! He had, or as we know, last week some problems [with illness]. And unfortunately yesterday he had a very small problem. We think, after the international break, he will be back with us.“He had an injury yesterday during the session. It was a very light session. That’s why we think it is nothing important. But we wait and the feeling is he will be back after the next international break.”Most read in Football More

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      Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny: EXACT start time, TV channel and undercard for featherweight world title clash TONIGHT

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      FEATHERWEIGHT world champion Nick Ball will be putting his belt on the line as he faces former champion TJ Doheny TONIGHT.Ball, 27, will be defending his featherweight title for the third time in just 12 months in his hometown of Liverpool at the M&S Bank Arena.Nick Ball and TJ Doheny clashed at the weigh-in ahead of their title fightCredit: LEGHT DAWNEYNick Ball defends his WBA featherweight title in Liverpool on Saturday nightTJ Doheny returns to the ring after his KO defeat at the hands of Naoya Inoue in SeptemberIn his last fight, Ball defeated American fighter Ronny Rios by TKO in the tenth round to secure his 21st win in his professional career. This next fight comes as another tough test where his title and his undefeated record will be on the line in front of a raucous home crowd.TJ Doheny, 38, is a former IBF super-bantamweight champion who most recently fought one of the best boxers in the world, Naoya Inoue.More Boxing NewsDoheny fell to a seventh round TKO in that fight and is potentially staring at one last title tilt.Friday’s weigh-in descended into chaos as Ball and Doheny clashed on stage with security forced to intervene.When is Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny?The fight is live from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.The event starts at 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Nick Ball and TJ Doheny is scheduled for 10.30pm GMT.What TV channel is Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny on and can it be streamed?Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fightAlternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Most read in BoxingFull cardNick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight titleAndrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titlesBrad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight titleJadier Herrera vs Jose EnriquezJack Turner vs Ryan FarragBoma Brown vs Cristian UwakaJack Power vs Jose AguirreStephen Clarke vs Dmitri ProtkunasWilliam Birchall vs Engel GomezLucas Biswana vs Ezequiel GregoresLewis Lawton vs Artjom SpatarLeighton Birchall vs Laszlo BernathWhat’s been said?Former world champ Tony Bellew has described Ball as “the most exciting fighter” in Britain.The Bomber said: “Nick Ball gives such value for money. WThat boy just gets in the ring and he fights and fights non stop. Aggression. “I’d go as far as to say I think Nick Ball is the fittest fighter in the country. He’s relentless. “He’s literally the Tasmanian devil. He is all over you, he is not letting you off the hook. He fights fire with fire. He’s a fan’s favourite. “And as a watch for pure excitement, I’d go as far as saying he’s the most exciting fighter in this country. “I can’t see past him. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Now what you want is you want to match him with really good boxers. “So, we’ve seen him with Raymond Ford where he beat him for the world title,” More

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      Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards: EXACT start time, TV channel and full card for huge Liverpool show TONIGHT

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      THREE Bantamweight titles are up for grabs as Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards go head-to-head TONIGHT!Cain will be fighting in his hometown of Liverpool and will be defending his WBC International Silver Bantamweight belt – but that’s not the only title on the line.Charlie Edwards is back in action on the undercard of Nick Ball vs TJ DOhenyThe 28-year-old star will also be defending his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles against Charlie Edwards.Cain defeated Lazaro Casseres by TKO in the second round in his last fight.He faces Charlie Edwards, 31, who has not lost a professional bout since 2016.More Boxing NewsEdwards was victorious against Thomas Essomba by unanimous decision as he looks to continue his rebuild towards another world title tilt.The bout is set as the co-main event of the fight card which is known as ‘Hard Days Night’The Liverpool card also features a massive world title fight between Nick Ball and TJ Doheny as the main event – with the pair having to be separated on stage after brawling.When is Andrew Cain vs Charlie EdwardsThe fight is live tonight from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.The card is set to start at 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards is scheduled for 9pm GMT.Most read in BoxingWhat TV channel is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards on and can it be streamed?Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+.Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fight.Alternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Full cardNick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight titleAndrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titlesBrad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight titleJadier Herrera vs Jose EnriquezJack Turner vs Ryan FarragBoma Brown vs Cristian UwakaJack Power vs Jose AguirreStephen Clarke vs Dmitri ProtkunasWilliam Birchall vs Engel GomezLucas Biswana vs Ezequiel GregoresLewis Lawton vs Artjom SpatarLeighton Birchall vs Laszlo Bernath More

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      Who is in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad and when are the games?

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      THOMAS Tuchel has named his first squad as England manager.He is the England manager and announced his first Three Lions squad on March 14, 2025.Thomas Tuchel is the new England football managerCredit: Getty ImagesThomas has managed some of the world’s biggest teams, including ChelseaCredit: AFP – GettuBecoming the England managerTuchel was announced as the head coach of the England national team on October 16, 2024.He brought some of his former staff with him, including his Chelsea assistant coach Anthony Barry and his Chelsea goalkeeping coach Hilario. It is hoped that Thomas’ distinctive training style – renowned for its innovative and analytical methods – will help push the England team further, after they came second at the Euros in 2024. Tuchel’s first England squadTuchel announced his first England squad for the 2026 World Cup with a double-header at Wembley against Albania and Latvia on Friday, 21 and Monday, 24 March (both 7.45pm GMT kick-offs).Read More on Thomas TuchelMarcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson returned to the Three Lions set-up for the matches.Rashford earned an England recall after a year out following his loan move from Manchester United to Aston Villa.He has not scored for his new side yet but has started four games since his January switch.Tuchel also made a bold move in bringing 34-year-old Jordan Henderson back into the fold.Most read in FootballThe former Liverpool captain, now with Dutch side Ajax, has not played for the Three Lions since November 2023.Uncapped Arsenal 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly earned his first call-up.Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Southampton), James Trafford (Burnley)Defenders: Dan Burn (Newcastle United), Levi Colwill (Chelsea), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace), Reece James (Chelsea), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal), Tino Livramento (Newcastle United), Jarell Quansah (Liverpool), Kyle Walker (AC Milan, loan from Manchester City)Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace), Jordan Henderson (Ajax), Curtis Jones (Liverpool), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)Forwards: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa, loan from Manchester United), Dominic Solanke (Tottenham Hotspur) More

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      Arsenal vs PSV live stream: How to watch Champions League tie TONIGHT

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      ARSENAL host PSV in the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 in London TONIGHT!The Gunners are all but in the quarter-finals of the Champions League after beating PSV by six goals in the first leg.Arsenal breezed past PSV in the first leg of the round of 16Credit: GettyMartin Odegaard scored a brace for for Arsenal in the first legCredit: GettyNoa Lang (left) scored PSV’s only goal of the game last time outCredit: EPA/ROBIN VAN LONKHUIJSENTheir 7-1 thrashing of PSV last week all but eliminated the need for a second leg, with Arteta and the Gunners turning on the style in the Netherlands.Despite their big win in the Netherlands, the side were held to a 1-1 draw by strugglers Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday.The second leg presents a chance for Arteta and Co to build momentum as they continue to try and maintain pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool.How to watch Arsenal vs PSV and is there a live stream?Arsenal vs PSV is LIVE on TNT Sports 2.The game is also available for stream on Discovery+.Arsenal are currently 7-1 up on aggregate, and the game will kick-off at 8pm GMT.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog.Read more Football More