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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

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      Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull: Start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard for huge undisputed title bout in Saudi

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      CANELO ALVAREZ will be desperate to add the final jewel to the crown and become the undisputed super-middleweight champion once again – but Cuban superstar William Scull stands in his way.Boxing icon Canelo was forced to vacate his IBF title after failing to fulfill a mandatory defence obligation against Scull.Canelo convincingly beat Edgar Berlanga in his last boutCredit: RexAnd as a result, Scull inherited the belt by beating the number two-ranked contender, Vladimir Shishkin, with a unanimous decision victory in October 2024.As for Canelo, the Mexican superstar opted to go toe-to-toe with rival Edgar Berlanga a month earlier in Las Vegas.Pure heart and determination helped the boxing mogul retain his unified titles by a unanimous decision of 117-110, 118-109 and 118-109, handing Berlanga his first career defeat in the process.Now going full circle, Canelo has the chance to collect the final piece to his puzzle and reaffirm his status as one of the century’s greatest pound-for-pound fighters.Read more on CaneloFurthermore, with a potential mouthwatering bout against Terence Crawford in mind, Canelo will be eager to make a statement.SunSport can provide all the details ahead of this thrilling encounter, including the huge undercard.When is Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull?Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull will take place on Saturday, May 3.The undercard is expected to begin around 6pm BST while the main event ring-walk times will get underway from approximately 10pm BST.Timings are subject to change depending on the undercard bouts on the night.ANB Arena in Riyadh Saudi is the chosen arena for this mouthwatering fight and it can host around 20,000 spectators.This will be the first of Canelo Alvarez’s four-fight deal that he signed with His Excellency, Turki Alalshikh.How can I watch Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull on and can it be live streamed?Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull will be available to watch on DAZN pay-per-view.Most read in BoxingFight fans can buy the event for £21.99 in the UK.There 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 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.And a subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZNDAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: £119.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per monthWhat is the Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull undercard?Saul “Canelo” Alvarez vs William Scull (undisputed super-middleweight titles)Bruno Surace vs Jaime Munguia (super-middleweight)Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba (heavyweight)Badou Jack (champion) vs Ryan Rozicki (WBC cruiserweight title)Marco Verde vs Michel Polina (middleweight)Brayan Leon vs Aaron Guerrero (middleweight)What has been said?Canelo is focused on this upcoming fight but he fancies crossing enemy territory for a UK debut afterwards.The Mexican star said: “I’m focused 100 per cent on this fight but it’s something I’m always dreaming in my life.Read More on The Sun”I don’t know who or what fighter I’m gonna face, but I’m always dreaming in my career of fighting in UK.”For sure for me would be crazy to go there and fight in front of everybody there. I actually like it a lot.”  More

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      Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard for blockbuster rematch at Wembley

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      OLEKSANDR USYK and Daniel Dubois have FINALLY got a date for their blockbuster rematch – and it is not to be missed!The Greenwich gladiator Dubois has been unstoppable of late, most recently humiliating British hero Anthony Joshua to retain his IBF heavyweight title.Usyk vs Dubois 2 has finally been confirmedCredit: DAZNThis was Dubois’ third consecutive victory after securing a TKO win over Jarrell Miller in December 2023 before forcing Croatian superstar Filip Hrgovic to suffer the same fate a little over a year later.But ironically, the champs’ last defeat came at the hands of Oleksandr Usyk – a controversial loss which led to promoter Frank Warren unsuccessfully appealing the result.Dubois thought he was on his way to winning the August 2023 showdown after dropping Usyk with a shot to the body in the fifth round.However, referee Luis Pablon deemed the punch to be a low blow and gave Uysk the allotted five minutes to recover, plus a little more.Read more on Usyk vs Dubois 2Usyk would then go from strength to strength before eventually landing a brutal KO blow on Dubois in the 9th round.Dubois was then set to get his second crack at the former undisputed heavyweight champion in a Wembley war on Saturday, July 12.But organisers have opted to move the Usyk vs Dubois 2 date back a little further, and SunSport can reveal all of the information below.When is Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2?Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 will now take place on Saturday, July 19 – a week on from the initial date of Saturday, July 12.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced but they are expected to be around 10pm BST.This depends on the undercard bouts on the nightWembley Stadium is the allocated arena for this huge fight and it can host approximately 90,000 roaring fans.Usyk beat Dubois by a 9th round KO when the two boxers last met in August 2023.Most read in BoxingDaniel Dubois thought his body shot was enough to seal the winCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunBut it was Usyk who go on to controversially win this huge boutCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunWhat TV channel is Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 on and can it be live streamed?Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 will be available to watch on DAZN.There 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 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: £119.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per monthWhat is the Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 undercard?The full undercard is yet to be announced but Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will certainly be the headline acts.Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois (MAIN EVENT)What has been said?The pair have been going back and forth over their highly-anticipated rematch.IBF king Dubois said: “This is the fight I wanted and demanded and now I get my chance for revenge.”I should have won the first fight and was denied by the judgement of the referee, so I will make no mistake this time around in front of my people at the national stadium in my home city.”I am a superior and more dangerous fighter now and Usyk will find this out for himself.”The response from Dynamite’s upcoming opponent was more measured.Read More on The SunUsyk said: “I’m grateful to God for the opportunity to once again fight for the undisputed championship.”Thank you, Daniel, for taking care of my IBF belt – now I want it back.” More

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      How much prize money do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?

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      LIVERPOOL have officially been crowned Premier League champions for the 2024/25 season – and they have earned millions in the process!The Reds lifted the title with a fairytale ending by beating Tottenham in front of a sold-out Anfield crowd.Liverpool beat Spurs to lift the Premier League titleCredit: APAnd the fans were out in full voice, leaving a trail of red mist to take over the blue England skies.But aside from the fans and players, the owners of the club will be more than delighted as they have accumulated a whopping amount of cash for their great achievement.How much do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?There is no specific prize fund for the winners of the Premier League title.But Liverpool will be rewarded the most money out of the 20 clubs for finishing top of the charts.Read more on LiverpoolThe champions receive 20 times the basic merit payment, the club finishing second 19 times, and so on, down to the club finishing bottom receiving one times the merit payment.Last year, the highest merit payment was £22.6million claimed by Manchester City as champions, while Sheffield United received the lowest merit payments (£1.1m) as the bottom club.So Liverpool can expect a similar amount to enter their account.What else do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?As well as being presented with the Trophy, as champions Liverpool would also get 2024/25 Premier League winners’ medals.Most read in FootballAs laid out by rule C.13 in the Premier League Handbook, the champions receive 40 commemorative medals “to be presented by the Club to its Manager and to such of its Players and Officials as it thinks fit provided that any Player who has entered the field of play in a minimum of five of its League Matches that Season”.The Premier League champions are also guaranteed entry into next season’s UEFA Champions League, although in Liverpool’s case this has already been secured, as they have confirmed a top-five spot.Current Premier League tableHere is how Liverpool won the 2024/25 Premier League title. More

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      When will Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy?

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      LIVERPOOL have officially won the 2024/25 Premier League title with FOUR games to spare.The Reds just needed one point against Tottenham on Sunday, but they took all three after a dominant display.Liverpool secured their status as Premier League champions with a 5-1 win over TottenhamCredit: ReutersArne Slot’s side put on a show for a jubilant Anfield crowd as Liverpool thrashed Spurs 5-1.Incredible scenes followed at full-time as fans inside the iconic stadium celebrated winning a second league title in 35 years.But supporters will have to wait a little bit longer to see their champions lift the Premier League trophy.When will Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy?Liverpool will have to wait until after their final Prem fixture against Crystal Palace on Sunday, May 25, to lift the league title in front of a packed Anfield for the first time in 35 years.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe trophy lift for the Reds’ 2019/20 top-flight triumph was held behind closed doors due to Covid-19 restrictions.Virgil van Dijk will be the man to lift the iconic trophy following the conclusion of the Palace fixture.Details regarding a trophy parade are yet to be officially released, but many reports suggest it could happen the day after the trophy lift, with it being a bank holiday Monday.Will Liverpool get a guard of honour at their final four games?As Liverpool have been crowned as Premier League champions with four fixtures remaining, many are wondering if they will receive a guard of honour from each opponent.Most read in FootballIt is not compulsory for opposition teams to give the champions a guard of honour, but it is customary.Chelsea are the first team to have the opportunity to complete the pre-match ritual on May 4, while Liverpool’s title rivals Arsenal will get the chance to be gracious in defeat a week later. More

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      How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Man City for FREE: Streaming and TV info for huge FA Cup semi-final

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      ALL eyes will be on Wembley THIS AFTERNOON as Nottingham Forest take on Manchester City in a mouthwatering FA Cup semi-final – and fans can tune in for FREE!Nuno Espirito Santo has certainly turned Forest’s fortunes around this season following their relegation scrap during the 2023/24 campaign.Forest progressed to the semis after beating Brighton on penaltiesCredit: AlamyOmar Marmoush’s strike helped City fight back against Bournemouth in the last roundCredit: GettyNot only are the Midlands outfit in a great position to qualify for a Champions League spot.But the dramatic penalty shoot-out win against Brighton in the quarter-final of the FA Cup has left fans dreaming of lifting this trophy for the first time since 1959.However, in their stands a City side who only have the FA Cup as a last chance of securing silverware after what has been a well-below-par season.This sets the semi-final up perfectly for fans to watch free of charge.How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Man City in the FA Cup semi-final for FREENottingham Forest vs Man City is available to watch for FREE on ITV 1 in the UK as long as you hold a valid TV license.Read more on FA CupFans can also stream the entire action for FREE on ITV X through a compatible mobile device or tablet.The huge FA Cup semi-final kicks off at 4:30pm BST.And whoever goes on to win this match, will face the winner of Crystal Palace and Aston Villa in the final.What is the prize money for the FA Cup 2024/25?This year’s FA Cup winners will receive a whopping £2million in prize money.Most read in FA CupWhile the runners-up take home £1million. More

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      How many people are running the London Marathon 2025?

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      THE London Marathon is officially the most popular marathon event on the planet.The 2025 iteration of the London Marathon has already broken records, and looks set to break another one before on Sunday.John Terry will run the London Marathon alongside Jody MorrisCredit: GettyAlex Yee will take part in the race, just under a year after winning gold in Paris at the OlympicsCredit: Adam Davy/PA WireRomesh Ranganathan is back for another year of racing in the London Marathon 2025Credit: AlamyFormer Chelsea captain John Terry is one of a number of ex-footballers running the marathon, a list including Jack Wilshere and Jody Morris. Olympic gold medallist and world triathlon champion Alex Yee will make his marathon debut, after winning a stunning gold in Paris last summer.YouTube fitness coach and TV presenter Joe Wicks will also be taking part in the London Marathon, returning for the first time since 2015, an experience he described as “one of the most painful I’ve ever had.”Read more London MarathonEilish McColgan is also making her marathon debut, and is aiming to set a Scottish record, and beating her mother Liz McColgan’s record and personal best of 2:26:52 from 1997.The route will see runners start at Greenwich Park and end on The Mall, running past Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on their way to the finish line.How many people are running the London Marathon 2025?While there is not an exact figure, a record breaking 56,000+ are expected to run and finish the London Marathon. This would surpass the 55,646 finishers at the New York Marathon in 2024.Most read in AthleticsA world record 840,000 people entered the ballot for the London Marathon 2025, making it the most popular marathon on the planet. When does London Marathon 2025 start?There are four different start times to look out for on Sunday, April 27:8:50am BST – elite wheelchairs9:05am BST – elite women9:35am BST – elite men9:35am-11:30am BST – mass eventChina races robots in Beijing half marathonHow to watch London Marathon 2025 for FREELondon Marathon 2025 LIVE coverage comes on BBC One, with coverage between 8:30am and 2pm BST on Sunday, April 25. Coverage will switch from BBC One to BBC Two for an hour between 2pm and 3pm BST. The BBC iPlayer will also over different coverage options for friends and family members who want to tune in:
      8:45am – 3pm BST: uninterrupted coverage10:30am – 3:30pm BST: Tower Bridge camera12:30pm – 5pm: finishing-line cameraBBC Two will have a highlights show between 6pm – 7pm BST. More