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      Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard for massive triple header in New York TONIGHT

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      TIMES SQUARE provides the unique setting for a STACKED boxing card featuring top-caliber fighters with a lot on the line TONIGHT.On a night set to entertain from start to end, Ryan Garcia’s dust-up with Rolando Romero stands out as the headline-maker encounter.Ryan Garcia and Rolando Romero are set to headline a first boxing event in Times SquareCredit: GettyGarcia still carries the weight of being dubbed one of the ‘Four Princes’Romero hasn’t fought since September last yearCredit: GettyThe fight has grown in hype mainly due to Garcia’s anticipated return to boxing following a one-year suspension for failed drug tests around his April 2024 fight with Devin Haney.The match specifically brought out the 26-year-old American’s best stuff as he took the victory by majority decision – but was eventually overturned to a no contest after the revelation of the failed tests.As for Romero, he possesses the brutal power and honest game that has troubled Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz.Though, the 5ft 8in orthodox has the defensive holes that has seen him come up short in those contests.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe major event has taken on a unique setting and SunSport brings you all the information you need to know ahead of the big night.When is Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero?Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.The fight is the main event of a card that also features Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.TV coverage of the card is set to start at 11pm BST / 6pm ET / 3pm PT.Times Square, Manhattan, is the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night – dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square – will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at the famous landmark.The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. What TV channel is Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero on and can it be live streamed?Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero will be available to watch on DAZN PPV. There are three options for a DAZN subscription, annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – flexible, and a monthly option. Most read in BoxingAn annual pass can be purchased for £119.99 in the United Kingdom. That’s just £2.30 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time.A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZNA DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: $224.99 / £119.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per monthDAZN are also offering a special ‘Knockout Weekend Bundle’ option for the Garcia vs Romero and Canelo vs Scull fights.The cost to have both PPV events is $90 in the US and £34.99 in the UK.The fights will be aired on DAZN TV channels or can be live streamed through its website to paying customers.What is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero undercard?The undercard is equally star-studded with Garcia’s fierce rival Haney featuring, aswell as late addition Teofimo Lopez. What has been said?Following a tumultuous year for Garcia, he has endured a reevaluation on his life in and out of the ring. In an interview with SunSport on his drugs test, he told us: “What we did find out is that it was at the lowest amount you could possibly find trace amount.”So again, it’s proven that there was such low dosage in my system that has no effect on my body, so that’s just the truth. It is what it is.”He added: “I learned my lesson with the Tank fight on not taking a tune-up. You gotta be active.Read More on The Sun”I don’t think taking a year off and going straight into the Haney fight makes sense for either one of us. A year off is a long time.”You need to get your timing back, everything back, real fights are much different than sparring, so it’s good that we both took a fight, I think.” More

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      Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard as pair feature on New York tripleheader

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      TIMES SQUARE hosts a MASSIVE night of boxing as Devin Haney makes a anticipated return to the ring.American superstar Haney, 26, will make his first appearance on the competitive canvas following his overturned loss to fierce foe Ryan Garcia due to a drug-related ban for the latter. Devin Haney is facing Jose Carlos Ramirez on a massive card in Times Square, New YorkHaney will dust-up against Jose Carlos Ramirez on a card organised by Turki Alalshikh’s The Ring Magazine and lauded for it’s uniqueness as New York’s Times Square stages its first boxing event. For Haney the spotlight will firmly be on him come fight night as the defensive frailties he showed in his Garcia match-up – which saw him dropped  three times – will be question to be seen addressed. Ramirez, who opened his career on a 26-0 run, may not poses the skill to outbox Haney but he certainly has the power. Ultimately, there is a belief that it’s a holding match for Haney ahead of a heavily scheduled rematch with Garcia. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe’ll have to show that his worthy of another shot. SunSport provides with all information you need to know. When is Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez?Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.Times Square, Manhattan as the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at Times Square. The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. Devin Haney seems poised to meet Ryan Garcia again but will need to get past Jose Carlos Ramirez firstCredit: GettyWhat TV channel is Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez on and can it be live streamed?Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez will be available to watch on DAZN PPV.Most read in BoxingThere are three options for a DAZN subscription, Annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – and a monthly option. An annual pass can be purchased for £119.99/$224.99. That’s just £2.30/$4.32 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99/$29.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time. A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZN. A DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: £119.99/$224.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99/$19.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99/$29.99 per monthWhat is the Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez undercard?Two of the fellow dubbed “Four Princes” with the aforementioned Garcia and Teofimo Lopez also in action. More

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      Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard as pair fight for title in New York

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      TEOFIMO LOPEZ will seek to cement his place amongst the modern boxing greats when he faces off against Arnold Barboza Jr in a star-studded Times Square showdown. Lopez, 27, is already seen as one of the leading figures in American boxing after a collection of impressive wins. The Teofimo Lopez and Arnold Barboza Jr super-lightweight title fight features on a star-studded cardA win in New York would add significant substance to widely-regarded two-weight dynamo claims, mainly due to his opponent. To add some more incentive to the fight, the WBO title world super lightweight crown is on the line. Danger is personified in the form of Barboza Jr, the undefeated ace who sprung a surprise to be here.Barboza Jr moved into title contention position after edging past home-favourite Jack Catterall in Manchester last February.READ MORE IN BOXINGFollowing Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn dust-up, which established itself as a fight-of-the-year-candidate, Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh will hope for his “The Ring” series to re-take his position as boxing’s main talking point.Here’s everything you need to know. When is Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr?Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.Alalshikh’s The Ring Magazine has organised a card that will see Times Square, Manhattan as the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at Times Square. The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. Lopez’s WBO junior welterweight title will be on the lineCredit: GettyArnold Barboza Jr. has been in high spirits all week ahead of Thursday’s weigh-in despite no official time publicisedCredit: RexWhat TV channel is Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr on and can it be live streamed?Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr will be available to watch on DAZN PPV.Most read in BoxingThere are three options for a DAZN subscription, Annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – and a monthly option. An annual pass can be purchased for £119.99/$224.99. That’s just £2.30/$4.32 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99/$29.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time. A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZN. A DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: £119.99/$224.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99/$19.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99/$29.99 per monthWhat is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero undercard?The undercard is equally star-studded with fellow Americans Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney headlining. Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero – WelterweightDevin Haney vs Jose Ramirez – WelterweightTeofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr – Super lightweight, for the WBO title​​Reito Tsutsumi vs Levale Whittington; Super FeatherweightWhat has been said?Having slapped his opponent in March during a promotional event, Lopez has sought to put the incident behind him, but stressed his opponent “crossed” a line.”I come respectful,” Lopez said. “My whole thing is I’m always gonna come respectful. But he crossed that boundary, and we just gotta lay it right there.”Read More on The SunBarboza conversely did not rise to any bait laid out by his rival, and fresh off victory over Jack Catterall, sought to promise another blockbuster performance instead.“I’m very excited to share the ring with him,” Barboza added. “He’s an awesome fighter, one of the top at 140. But I’m an awesome fighter too, so it’s gonna be fireworks.”  More

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      Why are Man Utd wearing a different shorts for their Europa League semi-final clash against Athletic Bilbao?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to face Athletic Bilbao in a thrilling Europa League semi-final first leg TONIGHT – and the Red Devils will be dressed slightly different than usual.Ruben Amorim’s men are currently 14th in the Premier League and stand no chance of securing an all-important top-five position.Manchester United are wearing their blue strip tonight with a twistCredit: APMeaning that their one chance of qualifying for next season’s Champions League and securing silverware rests on winning the Europa League.And it seems almost unthinkable that after such a disastrous campaign, they’re in with a real shout of lifting a European trophy.But if they are to do it, they’ll need to overcome Bilbao tonight and they’ll have to do it in a change strip.Why are Man Utd wearing different shorts?Manchester United are wearing their blue changed shirt in order to avoid a clash with the red and white stripes of the host Bilbao.Read more on Man UtdHowever, they will not be using the same-coloured shorts, as they have previously away to Southampton, Arsenal (twice), Nottingham Forest and Lyon.For the Europa League semi-final first leg,United will be wearing shorts that are officially ‘clear onyx’ in colour, for the first time this season.Amorim’s side have worn the socks previously, against Forest at The City Ground, with the silver feel to them.The preference is for the Reds to wear a different contrast in shorts to the opposition, for instance lighter rather than darker, and Athletic Club wear black ones.Most read in Europa LeagueWhat time does Athletic Bilbao vs Man Utd kick off?Athletic Bilbao vs Man Utd will get underway at 8pm BSTSan Mames is the chosen venue for this huge Europa League first leg and it can host approximately 53,289.United and Bilbao last met in 2012 and the Spaniards got the better of the Red Devils. More

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      Why do Chelsea now have a shirt sponsor and what is DAMAC?

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      CHELSEA have announced a new front-of-shirt sponsor with DAMAC for the rest of the season after 50 games without one – but only for a maximum of seven matches.The Blues had spent most of the season without a sponsor but on Wednesday afternoon announced on their social media channels their partnership with the firm.Chelsea have operated all season without a front-of-shirt sponsorThe sponsor with DAMAC will last until the end of the season.In a statement released on the club website, it read: “Chelsea Football Club today announces a new, long-term global partnership with Dubai-headquartered DAMAC Properties which becomes our Official Property Development Partner. “DAMAC will also feature on Chelsea FC’s front of shirt for the rest of the season.”Amira Sajwani, managing director of sales & development of DAMAC Properties, said: “This launch marks the first of an elite collection that celebrates not just the passion of Chelsea FC but its enduring legacy, innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. “This initiative goes beyond celebrating the beautiful game; it sets a new benchmark for those who expect nothing less than the exceptional, every time.”READ MORE IN CHELSEAThe West Londoners have dabbled with rumours of a potential long-term sponsor since leaving Three in 2023, with Jordan brand – the sponsors of Paris Saint-Germain – the last name touted for a collaboration.The DAMAC logo will make its first appearance on Chelsea shirts during Thursday’s Conference League semi-final first leg against Djurgarden and for the women’s team starting at Tottenham on May 4.However, it’s expected that the sponsor won’t be a permanent addition as the club will continue their search for one ahead of the Club World Cup. Why didn’t Chelsea have a shirt sponsor?As stated, Chelsea had a sponsorship with sports technology brand Infinite Athlete from October 2023 until the start of this season, but failed to agree on an extension. Most read in FootballThat left the club rocking shirts without a front-of-shirt-sponsor for much of this season as the only side in the division not to be attached. The main reason regarding the absence of a sponsor was the lack of elite continental football being offered at Stamford Bridge.The Blues have found themselves in the Conference League – Europe’s third-tier club competition – and with that have been significantly shifted outside from the elite status of European football. The credibility of a sponsor for the Conference League wouldn’t command the fee that Chelsea would want and vice versa.However, the reward of having a shirt sponsor regardless of the mega wealth available to the club as showcased in under the ownership group led by Clearlake Capital and US billionaire Todd Boehly remains imperative.Profit and Sustainability and Financial Fair Play rules can be pretty dense, but essentially ask clubs to function more as businesses, which puts the onus on club’s revenue streams. What is DAMAC?As stated on the company website, DAMAC was established in 1982 with its origins in catering and logistics. The DAMAC Group of Companies has expanded to encompass a diverse portfolio across various industries, including property development and real estate, data centres, retail and fashion, hospitality, capital markets, and logistics.Read More on The SunIn short, Chelsea’s new shirt sponsor are one of the Middle East’s largest real estate developers.The most high-profile involvement the company has had in football is their eight-year long relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr FC. More

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      Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard as pair headline huge triple header in New York

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      TIMES SQUARE provides the unique setting for a STACKED boxing card featuring top-caliber fighters with a lot on the line THIS WEEKEND.On a night set to entertain from start to end, Ryan Garcia’s dust-up with Rolando Romero stands out as the headline-maker encounter.Ryan Garcia and Rolando Romero are set to headline a first boxing event in Times SquareCredit: GettyGarcia still carries the weight of being dubbed one of the ‘Four Princes’Romero hasn’t fought since September last yearCredit: GettyThe fight has grown in hype mainly due to Garcia’s anticipated return to boxing following a one-year suspension for failed drug tests around his April 2024 fight with Devin Haney.The match specifically brought out the 26-year-old American’s best stuff as he took the victory by majority decision – but was eventually overturned to a no contest after the revelation of the failed tests.As for Romero, he possesses the brutal power and honest game that has troubled Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz.Though, the 5ft 8in orthodox has the defensive holes that has seen him come up short in those contests.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe major event has taken on a unique setting and SunSport brings you all the information you need to know ahead of the big night.When is Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero?Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.The fight is the main event of a card that also features Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.TV coverage of the card is set to start at 11pm BST / 6pm ET / 3pm PT.Times Square, Manhattan, is the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night – dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square – will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at the famous landmark.The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. What TV channel is Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero on and can it be live streamed?Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero will be available to watch on DAZN PPV. There are three options for a DAZN subscription, annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – flexible, and a monthly option. Most read in BoxingAn annual pass can be purchased for £119.99 in the United Kingdom. That’s just £2.30 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time.A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZNA DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: $224.99 / £119.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per monthDAZN are also offering a special ‘Knockout Weekend Bundle’ option for the Garcia vs Romero and Canelo vs Scull fights.The cost to have both PPV events is $90 in the US and £34.99 in the UK.The fights will be aired on DAZN TV channels or can be live streamed through its website to paying customers.What is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero undercard?The undercard is equally star-studded with Garcia’s fierce rival Haney featuring, aswell as late addition Teofimo Lopez. Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero; WelterweightDevin Haney vs Jose Ramirez;  WelterweightTeofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr;  Super lightweight, for the WBO title​​Reito Tsutsumi vs Levale Whittington; Super FeatherweightWhat has been said?Following a tumultuous year for Garcia, he has endured a reevaluation on his life in and out of the ring. Read More on The SunSpeaking on the Ariel Helwani Show, Garcia said: “You gotta be professional, you gotta be on point with everything if you want to be the best fighter in the world. So, it worked for me once, but can’t keep doing that, you can’t sustain that. “It’s just part of my story, bro. It’s one of those moments where I was just kind of dealing with whatever I was dealing with, but honestly, I don’t really regret anything.” More

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      Why are Arsenal and PSG players wearing black armbands during their Champions League semi-final?

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      ARSENAL are taking on Paris Saint-Germain in a massive Champions League semi-final at the Emirates.The huge game sees Mikel Arteta’s side face the recently-crowned Ligue 1 champions in the first leg of a mouth-watering clash between two of Europe’s best sides.Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber seen wearing a black armband during the Champions League semi-final against PSGCredit: GettyBut it was a nightmare start for the Gunners as Ousmane Dembele scored inside the first four minutes to give PSG a vita opening goal.Dembele picked up the ball inside his own half and drove forward before passing out left to Kvicha Kvarataskhelia.The Georgian superstar then went at Jurrien Timber and cut back for Dembele – who rifled a bouncing shot past Arsenal keeper David Raya and into the far corner off the post.Read more Arsenal vs PSGIt was the Frenchman’s 30th goal of the season.Mikel Merino then had a goal ruled out for offside at the start of the second half.It came just moments after the Emirates stood in silence, while players from both sets of teams were also seen wearing black armbands.Why are Arsenal and PSG players wearing black armbands?Both sets of players are wearing black armbands in honour of the late Pope Francis.Most read in Champions LeagueThe packed Emirates fell silent pre-match as everyone in the stadium remembered the pontiff.Pope Francis died aged 88 on April 21 after he had been hospitalised for a lengthy spell earlier this year.He had been suffering from bronchitis and double pneumonia.Uefa announced they would hold a minute’s silence, although their official statement did not confirm the players would be wearing armbands.A statement read: “Uefa will hold a moment of silence in memory of His Holiness the Pope Francis before the kick-off of this week’s Youth League and Women’s Champions League semi-finals as well as its men’s club competition semis taking place 29 April-1 May.”Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin said: “Pope Francis was a beacon of hope for all humanity in these times of war and hardship. “A humanity that will now remain orphaned of that voice – tireless and powerful – that always rose in defence of the poor, the humble, and the vulnerable to call for respect, acceptance, and equality and to implore a peace that always seemed distant, yet ever more longed for by the heart of the world.” More

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      Arsenal vs PSG live stream FREE: How to watch huge Champions League semi-final first leg without paying a penny

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      THEY say the best things in life are for free – and fans will be able to watch Arsenal’s mammoth Champions League semi-final first leg against PSG without paying a single penny!After such a promising start to the season, the Gunners were forced to sit back and watch Liverpool get crowned Premier League champions on Sunday.Arsenal convincingly knocked holders Real Madrid out of the competitionCredit: GettyThe Gunners have already beaten PSG earlier this seasonCredit: GettyARSENAL VS PSG LIVEAnd having suffered early exits from the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, it means that Arsenal’s only chance of securing silverware this season rests on the one trophy that eludes them – the Champions League.However, confidence is brewing around North London that they can do the unthinkable, especially after dumping 15-time winners and current holders Real Madrid out of the competition.Two Declan Rice stunning free-kicks in the first leg and a Bukayo Saka chipped effort fired Mikel Arteta’s men to a 5-1 aggregate win over Los Blancos in the quarter-finals.Read more on Arsenal vs PSGAnother confidence booster to help Mikel Arteta’s men overcome this high French semi-final hurdle is that they have beaten PSG earlier on in the campaign.But that was a PSG side without in-form striker Ousmane Dembele, and January super signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.This is set up to be a sensational semi-final and SunSport can reveal how fans can watch the first leg free of charge.How can I watch Arsenal vs PSG Champions League semi-final first leg for FREE?Arsenal vs PSG’s Champions League semi-final first leg is available to watch for FREE on Amazon Prime Video.Most read in Champions LeagueNon-members can sign up for a 30-day free trial giving you all the benefits of Prime including this mammoth match.This season, Amazon Prime has acquired part of the rights to show the Champions League and their top pick this week is Arsenal vs PSG.Prime members can watch the action from the Emirates at NO additional cost to their regular subscription.When is Arsenal vs PSG?The Champions League semi-final between Arsenal and PSG will take place on Tuesday, April 29.It is scheduled to kick-off at 8pm BST.Emirates will play host for this huge encounter and it can host approximately 60,000 fans.Arsenal beat PSG 2-0 when the sides faced off in the group stages of this year’s Champions League campaign. More