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      Canelo Alvarez vs John Ryder live stream: How to watch undisputed super-middleweight bout in UK – start time, undercard

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      UNDISPUTED super-middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez will return home to defend his four title belts against Brit John Ryder next month.Canelo will be fighting at 168lbs in his hometown at the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico, for the first time in over 11 years.
      Canelo Alvarez showed off his belts at the San Diego conferenceCredit: AP
      It will be his first bout since beating Gennady Golovkin by unanimous decision last September, in the final fight of a thrilling trilogy.
      32-year-old Canelo had surgery on his left hand late last year, but a speedy recovery means he is ready to take on his next title defence as he looks to avenge his shock loss to Dmitry Bivol at light heavyweight.
      John Ryder, a southpaw, will be challenging for Canelo’s WBC, WBA, WBO & IBF titles and will be a considerable underdog.
      The 34-year-old hasn’t fought for a world title since his controversial loss to Callum Smith in 2019. However, he’s coming into the bout with a four-fight unbeaten run after stopping the previously unbeaten Zach Parker last year.
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      How to watch Canelo vs Ryder in the UK:
      The fight will be sown live on DAZN.
      Subscription to DAZN starts from £9.99 per month and can be purchased here.
      The bout can also be streamed on DAZN.com or via the DAZN app, or on HD Sky Box owners can sign up to watch the fight on DAZN 1 on channel 429.
      What time will Canelo vs Ryder start in the UK?
      The fight will take place on Saturday, May 6.
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      It is scheduled to have 12 rounds.
      The time of the main event will be around 5am on Sunday, May 7 in the UK – but the exact time is not confirmed.
      Canelo vs Ryder full card
      The full card for the Meixco bout is yet to be announced.
      Check back at SunSport for more updates on the event’s undercards and start times. More

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      Why has Amir Khan been banned and will he fight again?

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      AMIR KHAN hasn’t been the ring since his stoppage defeat to Kell Brook last year.The legendary Bolton boxer’s clash with Brook was years in the making and culminated in a massive pay-per-view event in Manchester.
      Amir Khan lost to Kell Brook by sixth-round TKO last yearCredit: Getty
      But now the fight has been clouded by news that Khan failed a drug test just hours after the fight in February 2022.
      Khan boxed all over the world, including in Las Vegas, New York and Saudi Arabia, becoming a world champion along the way.
      He first made his name at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, where he won silver and was credited with getting British boxing back to its feet.
      Khan, however, has now been banned from the spot he loves for at least TWO years.

      Why has Amir Khan been banned?
      Khan has been banned because he tested positive for the banned drug ostarine following his loss to Brook.
      “Professional boxer and Olympic medallist Amir Khan has been banned from all sport for two years following Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) for the presence and use of a Prohibited Substance,” a UK-Anti Doping statement read.
      “On 19 February 2022, UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) collected an In-Competition urine Sample from Mr Khan after his fight against Kell Brook at the Manchester Arena.
      “Mr Khan’s Sample returned an Adverse Analytical Finding (AAF) for ostarine.”
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      Ostarine attaches to proteins in the body known as androgen receptors, when ostarine binds to these receptors, it tells muscles to grow.
      Ostarine can be used for athletic performance, involuntary weight loss caused by illness, breast cancer and numerous other conditions.
      Will Amir Khan fight again?
      It’s unlikely Khan will ever fight again as he retired following the loss to Kell Brook.
      UK-Anti Doping’s imposed two-year ban will prevent Khan from making a big-money comeback, however. More

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      What happened to Barcelona legend Samuel Eto’o and where is he now?

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      SAMUEL Eto’o was widely regarded as one of the best strikers in world football, playing for a number of Europe’s biggest clubs.Here, we take a look at his illustrious career and where he is now.
      Samuel Eto’o won the Champions League on three occasions, scoring in the final twice
      Who is Samuel Eto’o?
      Samuel Eto’o is a Cameroonian former footballer who played as a striker.
      Eto’o began his career at Real Madrid, who he joined when he was 16.
      He was loaned out to Mallorca initially in 2000, but signed for them permanently the same year after a successful spell.
      He helped the side win the 2003 Copa Del Rey, beating Huelva 3-0 in the final, with Eto’o bagging two of the goals.
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      Eto’o spent four years there before attracting the attention of La Liga giants Barcelona.
      This is where Eto’o came to international prominence, scoring 108 goals in 144 league games for the Catalonian club.
      He helped them win three La Liga titles in 2005, 2006 and 2009, and also led the side to two UEFA Champions League titles.
      Eto’o scored the equaliser in the 2006 Champions League final against Arsenal, with Barca eventually winning the game 2-1, giving them their first European cup since 1992.
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      He then scored the opener in the 2009 final against Manchester United, with the team winning 2-0 in Rome. This also secured the club the treble, in their first season under Pep Guardiola.
      He transferred to Inter Milan in the summer of 2009, in a player plus cash deal with Barcelona for Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
      Under the management of Jose Mourinho, Eto’o became the first player to win the treble in two consecutive seasons with two different teams.
      He set up the second goal for Diego Milito as Inter won the 2010 Champions League Final 2-0 against Bayern Munich, the third European cup of his career.
      The following season was less successful for the club, but Eto’o still managed 37 goals in all competitions as Inter won the FIFA Club World Cup and finished second in Serie A behind AC Milan.
      Eto’o moved to Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala in 2011 which made him the world’s highest paid player at the time.
      A scaling back project at the Russian club in 2013 saw Eto’o and a number of other star players sold, including Willian.
      He moved to the Premier League for the first time, reuniting with former manager Mourinho at Chelsea.
      Eto’o scored 12 goals in his only season with the club, including strikes against Liverpool, Tottenham, Arsenal and a hat-trick against Manchester United.
      Despite this, a falling out with Mourinho saw the player leave the club at the end of the season.
      Eto’o joined Everton in the 2014/15 season, scoring on his debut against Chelsea in a 6-3 loss at Goodison Park.
      He scored four goals during his short stay in Merseyside, leaving in January of that season to join Sampdoria.
      What happened to Samuel Eto’o?
      Eto’o’s return to Italian football was short lived however, scoring just two goals in 18 appearances for Sampdoria.
      He rediscovered his goalscoring form following a move to Turkish Super Lig side Antalyaspor, scoring 44 times in 77 appearances across his three seasons at the club.
      He then joined Konyaspor in the same league for the 2017/18 season, before retiring after a spell with Qatar SC of the Qatar Stars League in 2019.
      Eto’o is the all-time leading goal scorer for the Cameroon national team, scoring 56 goals in 118 appearances, which also puts him second in terms of caps won for his country.
      He helped his country to major honours as well, winning the Africa Cup Of Nations in 2000 and 2002, and the 2000 Olympic gold medal.
      Eto’o scored in the 2000 African Cup of Nations final against Nigeria in a game they won 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw.
      He also scored in the Olympic final in 2000, in a 2-2 draw against Spain on penalties after a 2-2 draw.
      Where is Samuel Eto’o now?
      Eto’o has been head of the Cameroonian Football Federation since December 2021.
      He’s widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of his era, and won the African Player Of The Year award a record four times.
      Eto’o was involved in an altercation with an Algeria fan at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, whilst he was working as an ambassador at the tournament.
      He later apologised for the incident.
      He has been married to Georgette Eto’o since 2016, at a ceremony in northern Italy.
      He has five children with Georgette, named Lynn, Etienne, Siena, Annie and Maelle.
      He was declared the biological father of Erika in 2022 after a court case in Madrid.
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      His son Etienne is also a footballer, aiming to follow in his father’s footsteps.
      Eto’o donated 10 ambulances to the Cameroon health service in 2021 in order to aid their fight against Covid-19. More

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      Is Man Utd vs Brentford on TV? Ten Hag’s men looking to win first Prem game since February against Bees – Stream

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be looking to bounce back in the Premier League as they take on Brentford next. United were beaten 2-0 by Newcastle on Sunday in a fairly comfortable outing for the Magpies at St James’ Park.
      Callum Wilson scored Newcastle’s second goal in a 2-0 win over Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Ivan Toney bagged his 17th goal of the season against BrightonCredit: Getty
      Brentford have been brilliant this season, and they played out a 3-3 draw with fellow high-flyers Brighton at the weekend.
      United are now fourth in the league, below Newcastle on goal difference thanks to their defeat.
      They badly need a win in the Prem, as Ten Hag’s side haven’t tasted victory in the league since a win over Leicester in mid-February.
      When is Man Utd vs Brentford?

      Man Utd’s clash with Brentford will take place on Wednesday, April 5.
      The game will kick off at 8pm at Old Trafford.
      The last time the two sides met, United lost 4-0.

      Will Man Utd vs Brentford be on TV?
      Man Utd vs Brentford won’t be shown on TV in the UK as it has not been picked for coverage by Sky or BT.
      You can, however, follow the game at SunSport with our live blog.
      Team news
      United have no new fresh injury concerns to worry about ahead of their game against the Bees.
      They are still without long-term absentees Alejandro Garnacho, Donny van de Beek and Christian Eriksen.
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      Casemiro is also still suspended for the Red Devils.
      Ivan Toney will start up top for Brentford, but is one yellow card away from getting a suspension himself.
      Odds

      Man Utd – 8/13
      Draw – 29/10
      Brentford – 4/1

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Who is Fernando Alonso’s ex-girlfriend Andrea Schlager?

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      FERNANDO ALONSO was previously in a relationship with Austrian TV personality Andrea Schlager.Alonso is a two-time F1 world champion, winning the campaign in both 2005 and 2006.
      Fernando Alonso celebrating during his time at Renault.Credit: Getty
      He won both of his championships with Renault before joining Mclaren and Ferrari in unsuccessful stints.
      Alonso had a break from F1 for two years after he “didn’t feel supported,” however, the superstar is now back in the driving seat with Aston Martin.
      Who is Fernando Alonso’s ex-girlfriend Andrea Schlager?
      Andrea Schlager is a journalist and TV presenter. She is also the brand ambassador of a sports car brand called Cupra.
      She mainly focuses on F1, MotoGP, and tennis.

      Alonso met Schlager in the F1 sports paddock.
      “We wanted to tell you that our relationship as a couple ended,” Alonso said in a statement.
      “We have been lucky enough to share a fantastic time together, and it will continue to be so, but on a different form of affection.
      “As you have probably seen, we have continued working on and off track on various projects together also during this time, and we will keep doing so with deep love and respect for each other.
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      “We thought it is appropriate to share this as you have all been very supportive. Thanks for that. Love Fer & Andrea.”
      Who has Fernando Alonso previously dated?

      Fernando Alonso was previously married to Raquel del Rosario (2006 – 2011).
      Fernando Alonso was also engaged to Lara Alvarez (2015-2016).
      Fernando Alonso has also previously been in relationships with Carolina Costa (2004 – 2005), Dasha Kapustina (2012 – 2014), and most recently Linda Morselli (2016 – 2021).

      Does Fernando Alonso have any kids?
      Despite Fernando Alonso’s collection of relationships, the Spaniard does not have any children.
      He said in 2018 that his dedication to the sport left him with “no friends, no family, no free time, no privacy, no wife and no kids.” More

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      Chelsea vs Liverpool: Potter faces make or break game as Blues look to bounce back from damaging Villa loss – Stream, TV

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      CHELSEA face one of their biggest games of the season as they take on Liverpool next in the Premier League.The Blues were beaten 2-0 by Aston Villa on Saturday evening to put the pressure back on manager Graham Potter.
      Chelsea lost 2-0 to Aston Villa at home in the Premier League on SaturdayCredit: Getty
      Liverpool were easily beaten 4-1 by Manchester City at the weekendCredit: PA
      Liverpool, however, also lost on Saturday as they were soundly beaten 4-1 by Manchester City at the Etihad.
      Both sides are in desperate need of a win, but a loss for Chelsea could spell the end of Potter’s reign as boss.
      When is Chelsea vs Liverpool?

      Chelsea’s clash with Liverpool will take place on Tuesday, April 4.
      Kick-off will commence at 8pm BST.
      The game will be held at Stamford Bridge in London.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Chelsea vs Liverpool will be shown live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football.
      You can live stream the action from the Sky Go or NOW TV apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Graham Potter may elect to give N’Golo Kante his first start back following his substitute appearance in the loss against Villa.
      Benoit Badiashile and Trevoh Chalobah could also take up places in Potter’s typical back three, replacing Reece James and Marc Cucurella.
      Mykhaylo Mudryk could struggle to keep his place after missing two golden chances against Villa.
      Liverpool could bring Darwin Nunez back into the XI after starting Diogo Jota in the defeat to Man City.
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      Odds

      Chelsea – 29/20
      Draw – 12/5
      Liverpool – 7/4

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Who was boxer Ken Buchanan and what was his record?

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      SCOTTISH boxing legend Ken Buchanan is one of the greatest boxers the UK has had the pleasure to produce.The man dubbed the “fighting carpenter” became the undisputed lightweight world champion in 1971.
      Buchanan took the boxing world by storm and was much-loved in his native ScotlandCredit: Getty
      Who was Ken Buchanan?
      He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on June 28, 1945.
      Even before turning pro, Buchanan showed he really had something special as he won amateur titles.
      The proud Scotsman worked hard as a fighter and finally got his chance to turn professional.
      It took some time before he had the opportunity to fight in his native Scotland.
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      Once becoming a pro boxer, he had some 16 fights before getting that chance, defeating John McMillan on points in a gruelling bout.
      What was Ken Buchanan’s cause of death?
      Ken Buchanan had been battling with dementia.
      It was announced that he had passed away in his sleep.
      His family and friends will take some solace in the news that the former world champion passed away peacefully.
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      What was Ken Buchanan’s boxing record?
      After turning pro in 1965, Buchanan had to earn his stripes, facing a number of relatively low-key opponents to get his chance.
      It took 23 bouts before he got his chance to face Maurice Cullen for the British lightweight title in London in 1968.
      Having won the title, he worked hard to keep making his way up the rankings and it was not all plain sailing as he lost an epic 15-round encounter with Miguel Velasquez for the European title.
      Buchanan continued working hard and eventually got his first world title fight some five years after turning pro.
      Upsetting the odds, he won the WBA lightweight title but could not defend it in the UK due to an ongoing feud between the BBBC and the WBA.
      In 1971, Buchanan defeated Rubén Navarro to defend his crown and was awarded the vacant WBC championship, making him the undisputed lightweight champion of the world, the first ever Scotsman to hold that record.
      He won his first 33 professional fights and ended his career with a record of 61 wins and 9 losses with 27 victories coming by knockout.
      Buchanan was awarded an MBE in in 1972 and was inducted into both the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the Scottish Sport Hall of Fame.
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      As the tributes flood in for the former world champion, one thing is for sure, the sport of boxing has lost a true legend. More

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      Man City vs Liverpool: Pep Guardiola aims to close gap on cruising Arsenal but Reds have their own fight – stream, TV

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      IT may not be the oldest rivalry. It may not be the most local of derbies.But, make no mistake, Manchester City vs Liverpool is a contest which has blossomed in recent seasons.
      Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola will rekindle their rivalry this weekend – but the vibe of the match will be different to recent seasonsCredit: AFP
      Liverpool won the reverse fixture at Anfield but a lot has happened since thenCredit: Reuters
      The two giants of English football have gone toe-to-toe in the Premier League for the last few years.
      And while City have landed more of the haymakers – including a dramatic, three-goal comeback win on the final day of last season to snatch the title from the Reds – Liverpool have got a few good jabs in.
      From 2018 onwards, it’s been between Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp for the title. No exceptions.
      This year, for the first time in what seemed like a never-ending era of Premier League football, Liverpool no longer the top challengers.
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      But nor are Man City the main contenders for the title.
      In 2022-23, a young Arsenal squad guided by Pep’s protegee, Mikel Arteta, have stormed to an eight-point lead at the top of table.
      So for both clubs, this feels like uncharted territory.
      Liverpool are back to their glum, pre-Klopp days of desperately scrapping for the final Champions League qualification spot but stumbling their quest.
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      A big win reignites hope among the passionate Kop fan-base before a gutting defeat against a relegation candidate brings them crashing back down to earth.
      The fight for a European place is hotter than ever this season, with the top 11 all fighting for a maximum of seven places.
      Liverpool will, of course, hope to snatch a top-four spot but may be forced to settle for Europa League – or even Europa Conference League – action with the likes of Manchester United, Newcastle, Tottenham and Brighton all flying high this term.
      And then there’s Chelsea, currently tenth but desperate to make a late charge.
      So for Klopp, every match is a cup final. Every match a must-win. They’re out of all domestic cups and the Champions League – the focus now is on top four.
      They’ve made a late charge before, in 2020-21, when Alisson scored a last-minute header against West Brom to keep their surge up the table alive in a season blighted by injuries to key players.
      So that’s their fight. But what about City?
      Liverpool most-recently lost their games against Real Madrid and BournemouthCredit: Reuters
      Man City are on a high after crushing wins in the Champions League and FA CupCredit: Getty
      Well, the master Guardiola has watched apprentice Arteta guide his youthful Gunners to an eight-point lead atop the table.
      Man City have a game in hand and also have a six-pointer showdown with Arsenal to look forward to.. the absolute epitome of must-win for them.
      Win their game in hand and beat the North Londoners and suddenly that gap is just two points, but they’re already relying on favours from Arsenal.
      The Gunners are a young squad in uncharted territory, relying on ex-City stars Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus for their title-winning know-how.
      Could Guardiola regret selling both last summer?
      But for now, Guardiola must focus on Liverpool… and City haven’t beaten the Reds in the Premier League since February 2021.
      They lost the game at Anfield 1-0 earlier this season. They also lost the season curtain-raiser – the Community Shield – 3-1 and were dumped out of last season’s FA Cup in a semi-final defeat at Wembley.
      They did get a morale-boosting 3-2 win in the Carabao Cup this term, but both sides will be much changed come Saturday at 12.30pm.
      On paper, City should be beating Liverpool. They’ve had a better season, with their key players firing and they’ve got home advantage… as well as scoring 13 goals in their last two matches.
      But as with any rivalry, form and predictions go out the window.
      Even though they harbour different ambitions this season, a loss for either team is terminal for their dreams.
      Who can handle the pressure?
      What is their form like?
      Man City: In a word: Rampant.
      City have won their last six games, including a 7-0 Champions League win over RB Leipzig and a 6-0 win over Vincent Kompany’s Burnley in the FA Cup.
      As always, Guardiola is ensuring his side finish the season strongly.
      Liverpool: Inconsistent, but largely quite poor.
      How can you beat Man Utd 7-0 and then lost 1-0 to Bournemouth? Somehow, the Reds found a way.
      Liverpool have also lost 5-2 and 1-0 to Real Madrid in their Champions League last 16 tie, while drawing with Crystal Palace.
      Erling Haaland and Phil Foden could both miss the game against LiverpoolCredit: Rex
      What is the team news?
      Man City: Pep Guardiola will be sweating over the fitness of goal-machine Erling Haaland who was forced to withdraw from his international duties with Norway following a groin injury.
      England star Phil Foden could be out for up to a month after undergoing appendicitis surgery.
      Liverpool: Cody Gakpo (virus) and Darwin Nunez (knock) will need to be assessed ahead of the huge trip to the Etihad while Thiago (groin) remains doubtful.
      Talented youngster Stefan Bajcetic is out for the season after sustaining a serious groin issue.
      But Jurgen Klopp could hand Luis Diaz his first run out since before the World Cup as the tricky winger has returned to full training.
      Who will be the star men?
      Man City: Erling Haaland.
      He’s scored eight goals in his last two matches, including FIVE against Leipzig.
      Haaland has 48 goals in 43 matches in all competitions for club and country this season.
      It’s March…

      Liverpool: Mohamed Salah.
      He’s not been at his red-hot best this season.
      But he’s still been incredibly good with 24 goals in all competitions – including the winner in the reverse fixture at Anfield.
      Liverpool will need him now more than ever if they are to grab a top-four spot.
      SunSport prediction
      Man City 2 Liverpool 2
      When is Man City vs Liverpool?

      Manchester City’s mouth-watering match against Liverpool will take place on Saturday, April 1.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 12:30pm UK time.
      Etihad Stadium in Manchester is the allocated arena for this game and it can host approximately 53,400 fans.
      Pep Guardiola’s side ran out 3-2 winners when the sides last met during a Carabao Cup tie in December.

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

      Manchester City vs Liverpool will be broadcast LIVE on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 11:30pm UK time – a whole hour before kick-off.
      Subscription members of BT Sport can stream the entire action live through the website or BT Sport app.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the action including build up and fallout reaction.

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      What are the odds?

      Man City to win 3/5
      Draw 3/1
      Liverpool to win 17/4

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication More