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      Chelsea vs West Ham: Blues face crucial London derby clash in hunt for European spots – team news, kick-off time

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      CHELSEA could all but end West Ham’s European hopes on Sunday.The Hammers travel to Stamford Bridge in a battle between eighth and ninth place in the Premier League.Chelsea are looking to move into the top seven by beating West Ham on SundayCredit: GettyThe Hammers can leapfrog their opponents with a win at Stamford BridgeCredit: GettyBoth clubs are chasing a top seven finish, with eighth no longer enough for European qualification next season.English clubs have failed to secure an extra Champions League berth, leaving just seven spots up for grabs.Chelsea can climb into the top seven with a win over West Ham, potentially leapfrogging Newcastle and Manchester United.Meanwhile, David Moyes’ side will overtake their opponents and move into eighth with a win of their own.Read more on FootballWest Ham won the reverse fixture back in August despite playing the last 20 minutes with 10 men.Nayef Aguerd was sent off after opening the scoring, with Michail Antonio and Lucas Paqueta also on target.Carney Chukwuemeka was the only scorer for the visitors at the London Stadium nine months ago.What is their form like?Chelsea’s 2-0 win over Tottenham on Thursday extended their unbeaten home run in the league to five matches.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMauricio Pochettino’s side have lost just one of their last 11 Premier League matches, last week’s 5-0 thrashing at Arsenal, a run dating back to February.Their recent upturn in form has seen the Blues solidify their place in the race for Europe.Pochettino speaks out after Chelsea’s brilliant 2-0 win over Spurs.mp4It is a different story for West Ham, though, who are winless in three and have just one victory in their last eight league outings.Last weekend’s 2-2 draw against Liverpool halted a two-match losing run but the Hammers have dropped from seventh to ninth during their recent poor run.What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?Chelsea could welcome back Levi Colwill (ankle), Raheem Sterling (back) and Christopher Nkunku (thigh) on Sunday.All three players face late fitness tests to make the matchday squad, but the fixture is expected to come too soon for Reece James to appear.Axel Disasi and Thiago Silva are the latest to join the injury list, though, with eight other players sidelined.Sunday’s match is set to come too soon for Reece James’ return from injuryCredit: GettyWest Ham have no new injury concerns and Aguerd may be able to return from an ankle issue.Meanwhile, Konstantinos Mavropanos is also being assessed after missing their last two matches.Who will be the star men?Cole Palmer has been Chelsea’s standout performer this season after signing from Manchester City last summer.The midfielder has scored 20 league goals this season, despite failing to score in his last three, with only Erling Haaland scoring more.Prior to the win over Spurs, Palmer had scored seven goals across his previous two home league appearances.Fellow England international Jarrod Bowen has also impressed for West Ham this term.His goal and assist last weekend has taken the 27-year-old’s goal contributions tally to 22 in the league.What have the managers said?Speaking after the win over Spurs, Pochettino said: “The first half was fantastic. Then you have to contain and suffer. Tottenham have quality players. Not too much to say, all credit to the players.”SunSport predictionChelsea and West Ham come into the match in varying runs of form.The Blues appear to have timed their push to Europe to perfection, whilst the Hammers are fading after their exit from the Europa League.Pochettino will hope his side can move into the top seven this weekend.SunSport prediction: 2-0When is Chelsea vs West Ham?
      Chelsea’s clash with West Ham takes place this weekend on Sunday, May 6.
      The game will be held at Stamford Bridge and kicks off at 2pm BST.
      West Ham beat Chelsea 3-1 the last time they played back in August.
      Is Chelsea vs West Ham on TV?
      Chelsea’s clash with West Ham will NOT be shown on TV in the UK.
      The game hasn’t been selected for broadcast in the 2pm slot on Sunday, May 6.
      Brighton vs Aston Villa will be shown at 2pm on Super Sunday instead.
      READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
      Chelsea – 3/5
      Draw – 16/5
      West Ham – 15/4
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Why is Khadija Shaw called Bunny?

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      KHADIJA SHAW has been in stunning form for Manchester City in the 2023/2024 season.Despite a foot injury ruling her out of the campaign at the business end, the star is set to win the Women’s Super League golden boot.Khadija Shaw has been in stunning form this seasonCredit: RexShaw has scored 21 goals in 18 matches and leads nearest challenger Lauren James by eight goals.Her performances for the league leaders have also seen her named the Football Writers Association Women’s Player of the Year.The Jamaica international won the award ahead of James to become the first City player since Nikita Parris in 2019 to do so.Shaw, who has 55 goals in 42 caps for Jamaica, joined City from Bordeaux.READ MORE ON KHADIJAShe is set to stay at the club for two more years, after penning an extension through to 2026 last summer.However, not all fans know why she does not have her name on the back of her City shirt.Instead, Shaw wears “Bunny” above the number 21 on her kit.Why is Khadija Shaw called Bunny?Shaw was given her nickname by her older brother Kentardo and now wears it on the back of her shirt.Most read in FootballKentardo gave his sister the nickname due to her love of carrots as a child.The pair were two of 13 brothers and sisters, with the City forward the youngest.Raheem Sterling shares video for Khadija Shaw welcoming her to the Man City familyShe was born on January 31, 1997.It was her brother Kentardo who taught the striker how to play football at age 10 after she started playing with her older brothers.She has since gone on to represent Jamaica at the last two Women’s World Cups, with the Reggae Girlz making the round of 16 in 2023.As of May 2024, Shaw is the team’s most capped player and all-time top scorer.WSL Golden Boot winners

      2011 – Rachel Williams, Birmingham: 14 goals
      2012 – Kim Little, Arsenal: 11 goals
      2013 – Natasha Dowie, Liverpool: 21 goals
      2014 – Karen Carney, Birmingham: 8 goals
      2015 – Beth Mead, Sunderland: 12 goals
      2016 – Eniola Aluko, Chelsea: 9 goals
      2017 (spring season) – Fran Kirby, Chelsea: 6 goals
      2017/2018 – Ellen White, Birmingham: 15 goals
      2018/2019 – Vivianne Miedema, Arsenal: 22 goals
      2019/2020 – Vivianne Miedema, Arsenal: 16 goals
      2020/2021 – Sam Kerr, Chelsea: 21 goals
      2021/2022 – Sam Kerr, Chelsea: 20 goals
      2022/2023 – Rachel Daly, Aston Villa: 22 goals More

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      Beta Squad vs AMP football match: Date, teams, start time, live stream and how to watch

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      BETA SQUAD and AMP will contest a charity football match in London this summer.The two YouTube groups announced in a video that they plan to settle whether the beautiful game should be called football or soccer.Chunkz will be playing at Selhurst ParkCredit: GettyWith a combined 14.8million subscribers, they are looking to follow on from the success of the Sidemen charity matches in recent years.British group Beta Squad, featuring Chunkz and Niko Omilana, have over nine million subscribers on YouTube.Meanwhile, American-based AMP boast 5.54million fans on the platform.When does Beta Squad vs AMP take place?The match will take place on Sunday, June 2 at Selhurst Park in London.Selhurst Park is the home of Premier League side Crystal Palace and has a capacity of 26,000.The match will kick-off at 4pm UK time.How can I watch?Beta Squad vs AMP will be streamed live on YouTube, however it has not yet been confirmed where on the platform it will be available.Tickets for the match quickly sold out after going on sale on April 30 for between £8 and £10.Most read in FootballKai Cenat is is set to feature for AMPCredit: GettyWho is playing?The likes of Chunkz and Kai Cenat are expected to appear for Beta Squad and AMP, respectively.Although the full squads are yet to be announced, the following members of each group are set to feature.Beta Squad:
      Nike Omilana
      Chunkz
      Aj Shabeel
      Sharky
      KingKennyTv
      AMP:
      Agent 00
      ChrisNxtDoor
      Duke Dennis Gaming
      ImDavisss
      ImKaiCenat
      JustFanum More

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      Lawrence Okolie vs Lukasz Rozanski: UK start time, TV channel, live stream for Bridgerweight world title bout

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      LAWRENCE OKOLIE is gunning for a world title shot once again as he takes on Lukasz Rozanksi later this month. ‘The Sauce’ lost the WBO cruiserweight belt to former stablemate Chris Billam-Smith last summer and has been recuperating since. Lawrence OkolieBut now he’s back at a different weight class, the WBC’s newly-created Bridgerweight, to try and win gold once again. Okolie takes on Rozanski, who beat Alen Babic to win the 224lb title last year. Victory would make him a two-weight world champion with the added foresight that he could yet challenge as a heavyweight one day. But first he needs to get past Rozanski, who will be bang up for it in front of his home fans. When is Okolie vs Rozanski?
      Okolie’s clash with Rozanski will take place on Friday, May 24.
      The match will be held at the Podpromie Arena in Rzeszow, Poland.
      Ring-walks for the main event should get going from around 10.30pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?Okolie vs Rozanski will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK. 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. What has been said?”I’m excited to go to Poland and test myself yet again on away ground,” said Okolie.Most read in Boxing”Rozanski is a good champion, with an explosive style, but I’m coming to do some serious damage. He has never seen power like mine.””I’m defending my world title in my own backyard, in my city, fighting against a former world champion,” said Rozanski.”It’s a fantastic fight, for moments like these, I’ve trained hard all my life.” More

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      Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal 2: Date, TV channel, start time and live stream for huge boxing match

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      UFC legends Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a long-awaited rematch, but there is a twist.Diaz, 39, and Masvidal, 39, fought at UFC 244 back in 2019, with the latter coming out on top to win the BMF (Baddest Mother F****r) title.Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a rematch after the latter won at UFC 244Credit: Splash NewsMasvidal will meet his MMA rival in a boxing fight next monthCredit: The Mega AgencyDiaz has only had one boxing fight that saw him lose to Jake PaulCredit: GettyMany called for a rematch between the two lightweight foes and their prayers have finally been answered, however this will not be an MMA fight.Instead, the American bruisers will lock horns in a 10-round boxing bout.The two fighters have only ever boxed once professionally throughout their celebrated careers.Masvidal stepped inside a boxing ring back in 2005 when he beat Joseph Benjamin whereas Diaz lost to YouTuber Jake Paul last year.Read More on BoxingWhen does Diaz vs Masvidal take place?Masvidal and Diaz are scheduled to clash on June 1 at the Kia Forum in California.The card kicks off from 10pm UK time with the main event expected to get underway from 2am the following morning.How can I watch?Masvidal vs Diaz is a pay-per-view event that will be shown on Fanmio in the UK for £63.99.And of course you can follow all the live action at SunSport’s live blog coverage.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDiaz vs Masvidal undercardThe undercard has yet to be completed with only one fight confirmed so far.Here’s what’s been pecilled down, of course everything is subject to change:UFC legend Jorge Masvidal ‘breaks fan’s leg’ with lethal kick that leaves recipient writhing in agony before running away
      MAIN EVENT: Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal
      Anthony Pettis vs Chris Avila More

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      Ben Whittaker next fight: The Surgeon to fight man who gatecrashed press conference – UK start time, stream, TV channel

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      BEN WHITTAKER is back in action this summer as he takes on Ezra Arenyeka at Selhurst Park.Whittaker is one of the most promising prospects in British boxing and has shone as a professional so far. Ben Whittaker and Ezra Arenyeka had to be held back by security during their face-offIn the amateurs, Whittaker won an Olympic silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics – famously refusing to put the medal on during the ceremony. Since he entered the paid ranks, he’s caused controversy in the ring with his showboating style and has been accused of disrespecting opponents with his antics. But nobody’s been able to beat him so far, though one man thinks he has the tools to do so. Arenyeka crashed Whittaker’s last pre-fight press conference and vowed in front of dozens of onlookers that he would knock the Brit out. Well now he gets his chance on a huge summer show in South London. When is Ben Whittaker vs Ezra Arenyeka?
      Whittaker’s clash with Arenyeka will take place on Saturday, June 15.
      The fight will take place at Crystal Palace FC’s stadium Selhurst Park.
      Ring-walks for the fight can be expected at around 8.30pm BST.
      The main card will get underway from 7pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Whittaker vs Arenyeka will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK.
      You can live stream the action on the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Whittaker vs Ezra Arenyeka full cardThe full undercard has yet to be announced but there are three bouts confirmed so far.Most read in Boxing
      Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe; For Billam-Smith’s WBO cruiserweight title
      Michal Cieslak vs. Isaac Chamberlain; For Cieslak’s European crusierweight title
      Ben Whittaker vs. Ezra Arenyka; Light heavyweight More

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      Premier League manager yellow cards: How many yellows warrants a touchline ban?

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      THE PREMIER LEAGUE is slowly coming to a close with the top flight’s competitors pushing for the best possible finish.The unprecedented three-horse title race is reaching its final stages with Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool vying for the top.Premier League bosses will have to be careful not to get booked in the final round of fixturesCredit: PAArsenal boss Mikel Arteta is only one booking away from serving a one-match banCredit: EPAAston Villa and Tottenham are fighting it out for fourth place knowing fifth is officially not good enough to qualify for the Champions League.And of course all bets are off regarding Europa League and Europa Conference League qualification with Manchester United, Newcastle, West Ham and even Chelsea battling for a place in the sun.Bottom of the league Sheffield United are already relegated and could be joined by the likes of Burnley, Luton Town or Nottingham Forest.Every team is fighting for something different and it is uncertain how things will end for each one of them.Read More on FootballBut one thing is certain, they will all need their manager by their side before the season ends on May 19.That is why Prem bosses will have to be careful with their reactions at the touchline with referees proving they are not shy of pulling out a card.As per the league’s rules, three yellow cards lead to a one-match ban for a head coach.Three more yellows, which lead to a grand total of six, result to another one-game suspension.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother two – totalling eight bookings – gets a manager banned for two games.As it stands, the one boss that needs to be extra careful is Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta.Tottenham 2-3 Arsenal, Mikel Arteta upbeat in post-match press conferenceArteta has already been booked a total of five times this season, which means one more will see him miss out on an important game against United or Everton on the final day.Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi and the Red Devils’ Erik ten Hag follow with four apiece. More

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      Chris Billam-Smith vs Richard Riakporhe 2: UK start time, TV channel, live stream for world title fight at Selhurst Park

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      CHRIS BILLAM-SMITH is back in a big stadium fight this summer as he faces Richard Riakporhe in a huge all-British world title fight. ‘The Gentleman’ won the WBO cruiserweight title last summer when he beat former stablemate Lawrence Okolie at his beloved AFC Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium.Richard Riakporhe beat Chris Billam-Smith on points in July 2019Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdNow he’s going into away territory as he defends his title against Crystal Palace fan Riakporhe at Selhurst Park. Riakporhe has already beaten Billam-Smith before on points, in 2019 at the O2 Arena on a Dillian Whyte undercard. Their first fight was an even one but Riakporhe scored a pivotal knockdown to clinch the win. Five years on and its Billam-Smith who is world champion while Riakporhe has struggled to land the opportunity he craves. When is Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe?
      Billam-Smith’s huge rematch against Riakporhe will take place on Saturday, June 15.
      The fight will take place at Crystal Palace FC’s stadium Selhurst Park.
      Ring-walks for the main event can be expected at around 10.30pm BST.
      The main card will get underway from 7pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK.
      You can live stream the action on the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe cardThe full undercard has yet to be announced but there are three bouts confirmed so far.
      Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe; For Billam-Smith’s WBO cruiserweight title
      Michal Cieslak vs. Isaac Chamberlain; For Cieslak’s European crusierweight title
      Ben Whittaker vs. Ezra Arenyka; Light heavyweight
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