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      Why is Dejan Kuluvsevski wearing a mask against Newcastle?

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      DEJAN KULUVSEVSKI will be hoping he is the difference maker for Tottenham in their thrilling match against Newcastle – and fans have spotted his new look.Spurs have lost FOUR out of their last five matches after losing to West Ham on Wednesday.
      Dejan Kuluvsevski will have to wear a mask for the foreseeable futureCredit: Rex
      However, the Magpies will also be wounded going into this match as Newcastle were thrashed 3-0 by relegation battlers Everton on the same day.
      And Kulusevski is hoping to pile further pressure on the Magpies even in his new mask.
      Why is Dejan Kuluvsevski wearing a mask against Newcastle?
      Dejan Kuluvsevski has been forced to wear a mask after breaking his nose in the midweek loss to West Ham.
      Cristian Romero fired Spurs ahead with an early header as they looked to end this torrid run.

      But Jarrod Bowen’s levelled the scoreline after serious misfortune on Spurs’ part, as an unlikely double deflection put the ball right in his path with only the keeper to beat.
      And James Ward-Prowse – often a Tottenham target over the years – profited from an awful backpass from Destiny Udogie to seal the three points for the Hammers. More

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      Why is Erling Haaland not playing for Man City against Luton today?

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      MANCHESTER CITY have been dealt a huge injury blow ahead of their Super Sunday clash away at Luton today.The Premier League’s top goal scorer, Erling Haaland, will reportedly not be involved at Kenilworth Road – but what’s the reason behind the Norwegian goal machine’s absence?
      Erling Haaland will miss today’s trip to LutonCredit: REUTERS
      Why is Erling Haaland not playing for Man City against Luton today?
      Erling Haaland will not play any part in Man City’s Premier League clash away at Luton today due to a foot injury.
      It will be the first time this season that the striker has missed a league game for Pep Guardila’s side.
      Haaland has 14 goals in the top flight this campaign as he looks to claim back-to-back golden boots.
      Pep Guardiola explained the 23-year-old’s injury pre-match, he said: “Bone stress reaction in his foot. After the last game against Aston VIlla, he felt like this and he cannot play.
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      “I don’t know [if it’s bad]. Week by week, day by day, let’s see what happens.”
      Julian Alvarez is likely to go up top with Phil Foden going in the Argentine’s usual No.10 role and Jack Grealish returning from suspension to go out wide.
      City are in need of a win at Kenilworth Road after only picking up three points in their last four games.
      The Treble winners are seven points off Liverpool in top spot with a game in hand on the Reds.
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      What TV channel is Luton vs Man City on and can it be live streamed?

      Luton vs Man City will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Sky Sports subscribers can watch all the action via the NOW app/website.
      Coverage of Super Sunday will start at 1pm GMT. More

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      Why is Mikel Arteta not on the touchline for Aston Villa vs Arsenal?

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      MIKEL ARTETA will be determined to see his Arsenal side pick up three points away at Aston Villa – but he will have to watch from the stands.The Gunners will be hoping to go back to the top of the Premier League table when they travel to the midlands for Saturday’s evening kick off.
      Mikel Arteta has received a touchline banCredit: GETTY
      But with no Arteta on the touchline, it makes a tough task even more tricky.
      Why is Mikel Arteta not on the touchline for Aston Villa vs Arsenal?
      Mikel Arteta will not be on the touchline for Arsenal’s huge Premier League clash at Villa Park after accumulating three yellow cards, which results in an automatic one-match ban.
      The Spaniard received his third yellow of the campaign after charging down the touchline to celebrate Declan Rice’s 97th-minute winner away at Luton in midweek.
      Mikel Arteta celebrates Declan Rice’s 97th-minute winner against LutonCredit: GETTY
      In an interview post-match, Arteta was asked if the booking was worth it, he said: “Yeah, I could not be sitting on my seat, unfortunately.
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      “So I left there, I had no spatial awareness at all. It was just pure emotion. So if that’s a yellow. Okay, it’s a yellow.”
      Arteta’s assistant Albert Stuivenberg will be on touchline duties at Villa Park in place of the suspended Arsenal gaffer.
      When is Aston Villa vs Arsenal?

      Aston Villa vs Arsenal will take place on Saturday, December 9th.
      Kick off will be at 5.30pm GMT.
      Villa Park will host.

      What TV channel is Aston Villa vs Arsenal on and can it be live streamed?

      Aston Villa 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 follow SunSport’s live blog to keep up to date with all the action.

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      Tottenham vs Newcastle: Stuttering Spurs look to end torrid winless run against wounded Magpies – stream, TV, team news

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      SUPER Sunday’s second match takes us to north London as Tottenham host Newcastle and both will be desparate for three Premier League points.Spurs’ midweek defeat to bitter rivals West Ham has now meant that they have lost FOUR out of their last five matches.
      Tottenham let another lead slip before losing to West HamCredit: Alamy
      Newcastle got pummlled by EvertonCredit: Getty
      And after such a great start to the season, Ange Postecoglou is now breaking all the wrong records as no team has dropped more points from a winning position in such a short period of time.
      However, the Magpies will also be wounded going into this match as Newcastle were thrashed 3-0 by relegation battlers Everton on Wednesday.
      Furthermore, Eddie Howe’s men have a huge upcoming Champions League fixture against AC Milan, so it will be interesting to see how the Magpies take on this challenge.
      When is Tottenham vs Newcastle?

      Tottenham’s mouthwatering Premier League match against Newcastle will take place on Sunday, December 10.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 4:30pm GMT.
      The Tottenham Hostpur Stadium is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host approximately 62,850 fans.
      Newcastle thrashed Spurs 6-1 when the sides last met in April this year.

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      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Tottenham vs Newcastle will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Coverage is scheduled to commence from 4pm GMT – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans can stream the entire action through NOW TV on any tablet and mobile device.
      Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the match.

      What is the team news?
      Both managers have a very lengthy injury list ahead of this huge Prem encounter.
      Ange Postecoglou is expected to be without; James Maddison (ankle), Rodrigo Bentancur (ankle), Eric Dier (groin), Ryan Sessegnon (hamstring), Manor Solomon (meniscus), Ivan Perisic (cruciate ligament), Micky Van de Ven (thigh), Hugo Lloris (groin) and Alfie Whiteman (ankle).
      While Eddie Howe be forced to continue without; Jacob Murphy (shoulder), Nick Pope (shoulder), Sven Botman (knee), Joe Willock (Achilles), Elliot Anderson (back), Sean Longstaff (ankle), Jamaal Lascelles (leg), Callum Wilson (hamstring), Matt Targett (hamstring), Dan Burn (back) and Harvey Barnes (foot).
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      Sandro Tonali is suspended for betting offences.
      What are the latest odds?

      Tottenham to win 11/10
      Draw 13/5
      Newcastle to win 11/5

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power are correct at time of publication More

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      KSI vs IShowSpeed: UK & US fight start time, TV channel and FREE live stream as YouTube superstars face-off in spar

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      KSI will make a shock return to the ring next Friday to face fellow internet superstar IShowSpeed in a sparring match.JJ was last in action in October when he headlined the huge Misfits Boxing Prime card against Tommy Fury.
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      KSI was beaten by Tommy Fury in his last boutCredit: GETTY
      Fury was victorious on the night in controversial circumstances after winning by unanimous decision, which led to KSI appealing the decision.
      The YouTuber-turned-boxer had his appeal over the result of the bout REJECTED by the PBA as there were no grounds to overturn the outcome of the Misfits melee.
      KSI could face Jake Paul in his next professional bout and the mind games have already begun.
      JJ will face YouTube friend IShowSpeed in a spar at the SAME time as The Problem Child’s clash with Andre August, in a ploy to divert eyes from the bout in Orlando.
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      When is KSI vs IShowSpeed?

      KSI will face IShowSpeed in a sparring match on Friday, December 15th.
      The event will begin at 4am GMT/ 11pm ET, the same time Jake Paul is expected to take on Andre August.
      The spar will take place in London.
      All donations and YouTube revenue from the sparring match will be donated to the Anthony Walker Foundation.

      What TV channel is KSI vs IShowSpeed on and can it be live streamed FREE?

      KSI vs IShowSpeed will not be broadcast on a TV channel.
      You can watch the spar for FREE in the UK and the USA on IShowSpeed’s official YouTube channel.

      What’s been said?
      KSI has said: “Speed is a random guy, he just does wants he wants. You don’t know what to expect with him, if he wants to get in the ring then he can.
      “It would be sick to have Speed fighting, it’s all on him. I mean, it’s a boxing match so you can only punch. I’ve seen his speed and I know he is fast.”
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      Speed has said: “You all don’t know how I can fight. You all don’t know what these hands can do. I don’t care if he’s Nigerian, I’m going to prove everybody wrong.
      “I’m beating his a*** bro. I’m literally going to f*** KSI up. I’m going to beat the f*** out of KSI. He can’t f*** with me and you all know that.” More

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      Who is Jamie Arnold and what crimes did he commit?

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      JAMIE Arnold was found guilty of a racially aggravated public order offence aimed at Rio Ferdinand while he was working as a pundit in May 2021.Here we take a look at the crimes Arnold committed and what Ferdinand has said about them.
      Rio Ferdinand was working as a pundit for BT Sport when Jamie Arnold racially abused himCredit: Rex
      What crimes did Jamie Arnold commit?
      In August 2021 Jamie Arnold, 33, of Norton Bridge, near Stone, Staffordshire, was charged with causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress.
      The crime was committed during a match between Wolverhamption Wanderers and Manchester United on May 23, 2021.
      Arnold was also charged with making homophobic comments towards the referee.
      Rio was working as a pundit for BT Sport when Arnold racially abused the former Man Utd defender at Wolves’ home ground Molineux.
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      Arnold’s attack happened at the first game where a reduced number of supporters were allowed in the ground following the easing of Covid restrictions.
      At a hearing in July 2021, Arnold pleaded not guilty.
      Rio was escorted by PC Stuart Ward — the UK’s first dedicated hate crime officer within the football unit — as he arrived at Wolverhampton Crown Court on August 26, 2021.
      Arnold was granted conditional bail after a 25-minute hearing.
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      On November 1, 2023 Arnold was found unanimously guilty by a jury of racially abusing Ferdinand.
      Senior Crown Prosecutor Alistair Redford said: “Arnold made despicable racist gestures towards a victim who was just trying to do his job.
      “I would like to thank the stewards whose quick-thinking actions ensured they could identify and remove Arnold from the stadium that day, and for Mr Ferdinand and witnesses who came forward to help us build as strong a case as possible.”
      A spokesperson for anti-racism organisation Kick It Out said: “Kick It Out welcomes the guilty verdict handed to Arnold today.
      “It is imperative that perpetrators of discriminatory abuse are held to account for their actions and we hope this result sends a strong statement that racism has no place in our, or in society.
      “We commend the CPS and West Midlands Police for their work securing justice in this case and would urge authorities across the country to take similar incidents of discriminatory abuse just as seriously.
      “We continue to work with partners across football to tackle discriminatory abuse as it happens and to ensure that victims receive the support they need.
      “We would encourage anyone who witnesses discrimination of any sort in future to report it directly to us at Kick It Out.”
      Arnold will be sentenced on December 8, 2023.
      Has Rio Ferdinand spoken out about the crimes?
      At the time of the attack, Rio said: “The last couple weeks, it’s been unreal to see fans back.
      “However, to the Wolves fan who has just been thrown out… you need to be dismissed from football and educated.
      “Come meet me and I will help you understand what it feels like to be racially abused.”
      In response to Arnold being found guilty, Ferdinand said: “I’ve been involved in a Court case in Wolverhampton since May 2021.
      “Today [November 1, 2023] the guy who racially abused me has been found guilty and will now have to face consequences for his actions.
      “Racism will only be eradicated when we all work together as a society.
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      “The prosecution wouldn’t have been possible without all the help/support from the witnesses, Wolverhampton fans and staff that came forward to testify in court.
      “Special thank you to Police Constable Stuart Ward [football hate crime officer], my Family and my team at New Era.” More

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      Who is Joey Barton’s partner Georgia McNeil?

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      JOEY Barton and his wife were childhood sweethearts.The former Manchester City and Newcastle star regularly causes controversy by sharing his unpopular opinions online.
      Joey Barton with his partner Georgia McNeilCredit: Instagram
      On December 7, 2023, the former Manchester City star claimed in a X, formally known as Twitter, tirade that women were not qualified to talk about men’s game.
      However, he shares much less about his partner and his private life.
      Who is Joey Barton’s partner Georgia McNeil? 
      Barton married his childhood sweetheart in a lavish ceremony in 2019 at a country house in Oxfordshire.
      How many children do Joey and Georgia have? 
      The couple have two children together – a son born in 2011 and a daughter born in 2014.
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      Who is Joey Barton?
      Barton is a former footballer who played for teams including Manchester City, Newcastle, QPR and Rangers in a 15-year career.
      Barton started his career with Manchester City in 2002 after going through their youth system and went on to make 150 appearances for the club.
      He then moved to Newcastle United in a £5.8million transfer in July 2007 before leaving for Queens Park Rangers in August 2011.
      The midfielder was then put on loan to French side Marseille during the 2012-13 season before making his way to Burnley for one season – helping promote them to the Premier League.
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      Barton made one appearance for England in 2007 – despite criticising some of his fellow players.
      The footballer then began his management career with Fleetwood Town in June 2018 after a stint at Rangers.
      He moved to current club Bristol Rovers in February 2021. More

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      Who is Nicki Shields? TNT Sports Formula E presenter starring alongside Jermaine Jenas

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      NICKI Shield is the television presenter best known as the Formula E pit reporter.But who is she, and what do we know about her career?
      Formula E presenter Nicki Shields gave birth to her third child in August, 2023
      Who is Nicki Shields? 
      Nicola Shields was born on November 1, 1985, and is better known as Nicki. 
      She was born and raised in Twickenham, in west London, along with her brother. 
      Despite growing up competing in go-karting events, in a motorsports-mad family, Nicki took the academic path. 
      Nicki studied Biological and Zoological Sciences at the University of Bristol, graduating in 2007. 
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      She then took a job in finance at UBS, before leaving after just a year to start her own social media company. 
      Nicki’s new business led her to start her presenting career at science and technology events, which led to television opportunities. 
      What TV shows has Nicki Shields presented? 
      Nicki’s television career started in 2012, with a role presenting The Gadget Show Live. 
      The following year, she presented Escape to the Country on BBC, before she made the move to motorsports presenting, at Silverstream TV. 
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      Nicki went on to present Sky Sports F1’s Formula Kart Stars.
      Then in 2016, she started working as a pit-lane reporter for the FIA Formula E Championship, which later moved to ITV.
      In December 2023, it was announced that the former Tottenham and England midfielder Jermaine Jenas will be joining Nicki as the new host of the Formula E coverage, which will be moving from Channel 4 to TNT Sports next season. 
      Rumours that Jermaine may be given the job were circulating from November 2023, after MOTDx was axed by the BBC. 
      Since 2014, Nicki has presented for Goodwood TV. 
      She also presents a series on CNN called Supercharged, which focuses on Formula E. 
      Is Nicki Shields married and does she have children?
      Nicki married her long-term boyfriend Mark Sainthill in Ibiza, and now lives in west London.
      The pair tied to knot after four years together, and have three children together.
      Their eldest, Arthur, was born in 2019, followed by brother Orlando, born in 2021. 
      The couple welcomed their third child, Alyra, in August 2023. 
      Nicki worked until near the very end of her pregnancy. 
      She posted a video of herself presenting while heavily pregnant with her 52.2k Instagram followers, adding: 
      “I did work until 39 weeks pregnant which I know isn’t the norm but I felt good and the baby was developing well, so I felt happy to continue…
      “And made sure I had a nice hot bath at the end of every day towards the end!”
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      When Alyra arrived in August 2023, Nicki wrote on Instagram: “I can’t quite believe it. Am I really a mum of three?
      “It feels so surreal saying that out loud. I’m sure it was only yesterday we were getting married in Ibiza, partying without a care in the world!” More