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      Josh Padley vs Marko Cvetanovic: Start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for huge fight

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      JOSH PADLEY is set to return on SATURDAY NIGHT as he takes on Marko Cvetanovic on the undercard of a great night of boxing.Headlining the bill at the Park Community Arena in Sheffield will be Dalton Smith vs Mathie Germain who will battle it out for the WBC Silver Super Lightweight belt.Josh Padley took on Shakur Stevenson in short noticeCredit: GettyBut before that, rising British star Josh Padley returns to the ring for the first time since his bout with Shakur Stevenson just two months ago.Padley stepped in on just three days notice to fight the WBC lightweight champion, where he delivered a very respectable performance in Riyadh last February.He received his first loss of his career – but Padley has proven that he belongs with the elite, and the fans know it too.Since the last bout, Padley has now stopped his work as an electrician and returns to the ring this weekend to take on Serbian boxer, Marko Cvetanovic.Read more on Josh PadleyThis will also be the Englishman’s first fight under Matchroom Boxing, following his new multi-fight deal with the promotion.Cvetanovic, 29, is a rising contender in the lightweight division, racking up a perfect 13 wins and zero losses.This will be the 29-year-old’s first time fighting out of Serbia, and Padley will serve as a huge step up in competition for him.When is Josh Padley vs Marko Cvetanovic and is there a live stream?Josh Padley vs Marko Cvetanovic takes place on Saturday, April 19.It will be shown LIVE on DAZN in the UK.Non-subscribers can purchase a one month flexible pass for £19.99.The ring walks are expected at approximately 7:45pm BST.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog the action as it happens.Most read in BoxingFull card More

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      Who will Man Utd play in Europa League semi-final?

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      MANCHESTER United are heading to the Europa League semi-final after BEATING Lyon.Ruben Amorim has something to celebrate in the midst of his side’s disastrous Premier League season.Ruben Amorim has guided United to the Europa League final four in his first season at Old Trafford.Credit: GettyHarry Maguire scored a late winner in one of the most dramatic games of the seasonCredit: REUTERS/Phil NobleUnited are almost certain to record their lowest-ever Premier League finish and points total, but their dream in the Europa League is still alive.They have secured a spot in the final four, and winning the competition would see them play Champions League football next season.Andre Onana was the talk of the town in the first leg, gifting two goals to Lyon as they held United to a 2-2 draw.However, Amorim’s side edged past Lyon in the second leg at Old Trafford.READ MORE IN MAN UNITEDManuel Ugarte opened the scoring for the Red Devils, before Diogo Dalot added a second to put United in the driving seat at half-time.Corentin Tolisso and Nicolas Tagliafico scored to level the game on the night AND the tie.The game was then sent to extra time, where Lacazette and Rayan Cherki thought they had settled the game, but Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo both scored to make the tie 6-6 on aggregate. Then, Harry Maguire WON the game for Man United in added time at the end of ET, with the score ending 7-6 to Amorim’s side on aggregate. Most read in Europa LeagueWho will Man Utd play in Europa League semi-final?Man Utd will play Athletic Club in the semi-finals of the Europa League.The first leg will be played in Spain on Thursday, May 1, while the return leg at Old Trafford will be played on Thursday, May 8.Athletic Club booked their spot in the semi-finals with a 2-0 aggregate win over Rangers.On the other side of the draw, Tottenham face Bodo/Glimt in the last-four, meaning an all-English final could still take place. More

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      Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2: Start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for blockbuster rematch

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      BEN WHITTAKER is taking on bitter rival Liam Cameron in a huge rematch THIS WEEKEND.It’s been six months since their controversial draw in Saudi Arabia, and now they will clash in the main event alongside a stacked fight card.Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron last met in OctoberCredit: GettyBoth fighters incredibly fell out of the ring togetherCredit: GettyWhen Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron met in Riyadh, we saw a competitive fight that only lasted five rounds – but not because of a TKO.The fighters became entangled with one another and toppled over the ropes in dramatic fashion, leaving Whittaker with injuries to his ankle and back.It was then left to the judges to decide the outcome, where they declared it a split-decision draw.With the rematch set for this weekend, fans are eager to watch this fight unfold in what is expected to be a great spectacle – and now there has been even more controversy.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe rematch has been signed since the middle of February, but complications relating to the number of rounds has caused problems.After Cameron had signed the contract, Whittaker’s representatives claimed that the proposed 12 rounds was an error and that they only wanted a 10-round fight.Cameron claimed that he was not going to budge from the 12 rounds he officially signed, but it has now been announced by British boxing chief, Robert Smith, that the fight will be 10 rounds.SunSport brings you all the information on this highly anticipated matchup.Most read in BoxingWhen is Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2?Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2 takes place on Sunday, April 20.Ring walks are set to take place from 10.30pm.The Resorts World Arena in Birmingham plays host.How to watch Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2?Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2 main card will be shown on Sky Sports Main Event at 8pm BST.The fight will also be able to be streamed on the Sky Sports app.Undercard bouts will be shown on Sky Sports Action, starting at 7pm BST.Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2 full cardBen Whittaker vs Liam Cameron (Light heavyweight)Frazer Clarke vs Ebaneezer Tetteh (Heavyweight)Lee Cutler vs Sam Eggington (Super welterweight)Tyler Denny vs Elvis Ahorgah (Super middleweight)Troy Coleman vs Bradley Goldsmith (Middleweight) More

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      Who will Arsenal play in Champions League semi-final and when will it take place?

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      ARSENAL have reached the Champions League final four for the first time since 2009.The Gunners knocked out defending champions Real Madrid, after Los Blancos were unable to overturn the 3-0 deficit in the second leg.Declan Rice was the hero of the tie, scoring two stunning free-kicks at The Emirates to all but settle the tie before the sides even made it to Spain.Mikel Merino added the third goal in north London in the first leg.VAR was the talking point of the second leg, awarding Arsenal an early penalty first then denying Real Madrid one later in the second half.Bukayo Saka missed his kick from 12 yards, but Madrid could not pounce on Thibaut Courtois’ save.Read more FootballSaka was then the hero as he put Arsenal 4-0 up on aggregate, however Vinicius Jr made the Gunners sweat again when he pounced on a Saliba mistake to level on the evening.Gabriel Martinelli then put any doubt to bed, as he scored in added time and sealed the win on the night and the tie for Arsenal.SunSport can reveal Arsenal’s opponent in the semi-final of the Champions League.Who are Arsenal’s opponents in the Champions League semi-finalArsenal will face PSG in the Champions League semi-final. Their last semi-final appearance came in 2008/09, when they were beaten over two legs by Manchester United. The first leg will be at The Emirates, and the second leg will be at Parc des Princes.Most read in Champions LeagueWhen is Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final?The first leg will take place on Tuesday, April 29 at The Emirates.The second leg will take place on Wednesday, May 6 at Parc des Princes. More

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      Which Arsenal players are one yellow card away from Champions League suspension?

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      IN tonight’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Real Madrid, Arsenal have numerous players who are balancing disciplinary issues.According to Uefa regulations, players will be suspended for one match if they collect three bookings before tallies are reset after the quarter-finals.Mikel Arteta will be sweating the availability of some of his key players should Arsenal progressCredit: GettyOn-pitch general Declan Rice is one of those players tetering on the edgeCredit: GettyIf Mikel Arteta’s players are issued a yellow card at the Santiago Bernabeu, they risk missing a potential semi-final first leg dust-up with Paris Saint-Germain.Discipline has already been a concern for the Gunners this season, as loanee forward Raheem Sterling was suspended for the first leg victory against the Spanish giants.Which Arsenal players are one yellow card away from Champions League suspension?Declan Rice, who scored two stunners in the first leg, is among those who might face a suspension after being booked in a league phase match against Girona and an overwhelming round of 16 victory against PSV Eindhoven.Similarly, Jurrien Timber, a key defensive cog, must exercise caution after receiving cards against Dinamo Zagreb and PSV. READ MORE IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUEWorryingly, the Dutch international has received more yellow cards this season than any other Arsenal player, with nine in 44 appearances.Gabriel Martinelli is the third Gunner on a tightrope. This season, the winger has flattered, scoring only seven goals in 42 appearances and providing one assist in nine Champions League games.He had two bookings during the league round, in a 1-0 win over Shakhtar and a 3-0 win over Monaco.Most read in Champions LeagueThomas Partey, an injury doubt for tonight’s game, is the fourth and final Arsenal player who might miss a Champions League semi-final first leg after receiving a yellow card early in the second half last week. More

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      Who is Thibaut Courtois’ model wife Mishel Gerzig and how long has she been married to the Real Madrid goalkeeper?

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      MISHEL Gerzig is the wife of star footballer and Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.Courtois will be appearing in Real Madrid’s Champions League 2025 quarter-final clash against Arsenal as Los Blancos attempt to comeback from a 3-0 defeat in the first-leg.Mishel Gerzig is a famous runway modelCredit: Getty ImagesShe is married to Real Madrid star Thibaut CourtoisCredit: Instagram/@MishelGerzigThe star regularly takes fans behind the scenes on InstagramCredit: Instagram/@MishelGerzigMishel’s incredible careerMishel was born on June 5, 1997, in Tel Aviv, Israel. She gained fame as a print model before being signed by Model MGMT, Next Miami and View Spain. The star was recognised on the Forbes 30 under 30 list and even appeared on the magazine’s cover, wearing a white suit. Thrilled about the news, she posted on social media: “Excited to share I was chosen for Forbes 30 under 30! Read More on Football“Thankful for this recognition.”Meeting a football legendMishel opened up to Israeli lifestyle magazine La’Isha about how she met Thibaut.She said that the footballer messaged her on social media about a picture of her and her pet dog. Mishel said: “He started asking me questions about Israel, about the army.Most read in Football”In April I had several jobs in Madrid, and then we met for the first time face-to-face. “We met again in early July, that’s when the relationship between us became romantic.”Watch Thibaut Courtois bizarrely throw cake at fan at Tomorrowland in ‘most random crossover of 2024’Thibaut proposed to Mishel on Italy’s Amalfi Coast and Mishel shared pictures from the romantic event. She captioned the post with: “Yessss to a lifetime with you.”The pair tied the knot at the Château de la Croix des Gardes in France in 2023. Real Madrid vs ArsenalFans are clamouring to see whether Mishel will be supporting Thibaut at the Champions League 2025. The competition kicked off on April 8, 2025 and concludes in Munich, Germany, on Saturday 31 May 2025. Thibaut will be representing Real Madrid in their faceoff with Arsenal at 8pm on April 16, 2025, in what could be one of the competition’s great comebacks.SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens. More

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      Who is Rodrygo’s girlfriend Bruna Rotta?

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      BRUNA Rotta is the girlfriend of Real Madrid fan-favourite Rodrygo. The footballer will be competing in the Champions League as part of Los Blancos’ elite squad, as they go head-to-head with some of the biggest clubs in football.Bruna Rotta is a famous influencer and modelCredit: Instagram/@brunarottaBruna has been dating Rodrygo since 2023Credit: Instagram/@brunarottaRodrygo plays for Brazilian football team Real MadridCredit: Getty ImagesMeeting a world famous footballerBruna was born on September 23, 1998, in Brazil. She is a hugely famous TikToker who boasts over 2 million followers on the social media platform (as of April 2025).The star regularly posts videos which take fans behind the scenes of her hectic life, as well as fitness content. Bruna started dating Rodrygo in September 2023, kicking off their whirlwind romance.Read More about FootballShe made headlines, though, when she suggested that her famous boyfriend doesn’t shower. Taking part in a TikTok trend which talks about how “destiny” can “play with people”, she said that she would “never date a guy who doesn’t shower”.Bruna then posted a picture of Rodrygo, which was captioned: “I paid with my tongue.”What Luka Modric told Rodrygo in classy message after Croatia knocked Brazil out of World CupRodrygo’s fantastic careerRodrygo is one of the biggest footballers in the world and began his career at Brazilian side Santos. Most read in FootballHe moved to Real Madrid for €45million in 2019, and became an integral part of the side which won the Champions League in 2022 and 2024.His contract was extended on November 2, 2023, which means he will stay with the team until June 2028. The footballer has two sons, from a previous relationship with Pamella Cristina Costa, whom he welcomed in February 2022.  More

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      Why is Eddie Howe not on the touchline for Newcastle vs Crystal Palace

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      NEWCASTLE welcome Crystal Palace to St James’ Park for a crunching Premier League encounter – but there’ll be no Eddie Howe on the touchline.The Toon have been flying since ending their 70-year trophy drought with a Carabao Cup win against Liverpool in March.Eddie Howe will be absent from the touchline against Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyHarvey Barnes’ double sandwiched by strikes from Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimarães, saw off Manchester United on the weekend to reaffirm Newcastle’s position in the Champions League race. The Tyneside club return back to St James’ Park to host Crystal Palace in their game in hand, which was initially postponed due to League Cup final involvement. But Howe is absent from the match today and SunSport can explain why.Why is Eddie Howe not on the touchline vs Crystal Palace?As announced on Newcastle’s social media account, Eddie Howe is recovering in the hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia.Read more on Eddie HoweA club statement read, “The club continues to extend its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family as he continues his recovery.”Howe was absent for the game against Manchester United with what the club cited as an “illness” at the time. The 47-year-old was admitted to the hospital last Friday evening, having felt unwell for a number of days. In the club’s joint statement, Howe said: “A huge thank you to everyone connected with Newcastle United and the wider football community for your messages and warm wishes. They have meant a lot to me and my family.Most read in Football”I also want to pay tribute to our incredible NHS and the hospital staff who have treated me. I’m immensely grateful for the specialist care I’m receiving and, after a period of recovery, I look forward to being back as soon as possible.”Who will step in for Eddie Howe?Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will step in for Eddie Howe while the Newcastle boss recovers.And Tindall gave a re-update on Howe with the club’s in-house media ahead of the Wednesday night game. The Toon assistant manager said: “He’s in the best possible hands and he’ll be back as soon as he feels he’s ready to come back. “Your health is the most important thing, that’s why it’s so important that when he comes back he is able to lead the team as we know he does, which I’m sure he will do.”What time does Newcastle vs Crystal Palace kick-off?Newcastle vs Crystal Palace kicks off at 7:30pm BSTSt James’ Park is the allocated venue for this huge match and it can host 52,000 fans.Fans can watch the entire action on Sky Sports Main Event or Sky Sports Premier League.An own goal from Newcastle transfer target Marc Guéhi was cancelled out late by Daniel Muñoz when the sides last met in November 2024. More