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      When is Champions League last-16 draw? Date, UK start time, live stream as Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool in hat

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      THE Champions League group stages are nearly at their end and Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool are already thinking ahead.The Reds, Blues and United have already qualified for the knockout stages of Europe’s top competition and can start planning for the ties in the new year.
      Chelsea legend Branislav Ivanovic was at the group stage draw back in SeptemberCredit: Reuters
      What date is the Champions League last 16 draw and what time does it start?
      The Champions League last 16 draw takes place on Monday, December 13.
      Expect the draw to kick off at 11am UK time.
      There could well be some preamble and chats with former Champions League stars who tend to draw the balls out of the pot.
      Is the Champions League last 16 draw on TV and can I live stream it?
      The balls will be drawn live on BT Sport, who are the Champions League broadcasters in the UK.
      Fans can also watch the draw on Uefa.com and YouTube for FREE.
      What dates are the Champions League round of 16 ties being played?
      The eight first legs will be played on February 15, 16, 22 and 23, 2022 with two games on each night.
      Second legs will take place on March 8, 9, 15 and 16, 2022, with two ties again being played each night.
      Which clubs have qualified so far?

      Two pots of eight teams will be created from seeded group winners and runners up.
      When are the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final?
      Quarter finals
      First legs – April 5 and 6, 2022
      Second legs – April 12 and 13, 2022

      Semi-finals
      First legs – April 26 and 27, 2022
      Second legs – May 3 and 4, 2022
      Final – Gazprom Arena, St Petersburg
      May 28, 2022 More

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      Mura vs Tottenham FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Europa Conference League clash

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      TOTTENHAM face Mura in Slovenia as they look to book their place in the Europa Conference League knockouts.It’s been a bumpy European adventure so far for Spurs, although they did thump the winless hosts 5-1 when they met in North London.

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      Conte saw his side battle back from a goal down to beat Leeds at the weekendCredit: Reuters
      Now under Antonio Conte, Tottenham will want to get the job done without taking things to the final group match against Rennes.
      When is Mura vs Tottenham?

      This Europa Conference League clash will be held on Thursday, November 25.
      Kick-off is at 5.45pm GMT.
      Follow all of the action with our live blog right on SunSport.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      Every match of this year’s competition is available on BT Sport in the UK.
      You can catch this game on BT Sport 2.
      Coverage will begin at 5pm.
      How can I watch for free?
      If you have a phone contract with EE, you can get a free three-month trial to BT Sport.
      Simply text SPORT to 150 to sign up.
      You can cancel at any time.

      What is the team news?
      The hosts remain without Ziga Skoflek, who is currently sidelined by injury and will once again watch from the sidelines.
      Mura have no other injury concerns as they look for their first point of the competition.
      Oliver Skipp is back for Spurs who could hand starts to fringe players including Tanguy Ndombele, Matt Doherty, Ryan Sessegnon and Steven Bergwijn.
      Christian Romero is out injured while Giovani Lo Celso is a big doubt.
      Match odds

      Mura shock win – 16/1
      Draw – 6/1
      Spurs victory – 1/10

      *All odds from Betfair and correct at time of publication. More

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      Liverpool vs Porto: Live stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time, team news CONFIRMED for Champions League clash TONIGHT

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      LIVERPOOL welcome Porto to Anfield looking to continue their winning start to the Champions League.Jurgen Klopp’s side have already qualified for the knockouts after four wins from four, including a superb 5-1 victory over the Portuguese visitors.

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      Liverpool were in superb form as they brushed aside ArsenalCredit: AFP
      Porto are battling for second spot with Atletico Madrid and AC Milan, with five points so far from their four matches.
      When is Liverpool vs Porto?

      This Champions League clash will be held TONIGHT – Wednesday, November 24.
      Kick-off at Anfield will be at 8pm GMT.
      Porto last visited Merseyside in 2019, when Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino’s goals gave Liverpool a 2-0 win.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch all of the action live on BT Sport 3.
      Coverage will start at 7pm.
      If you’re a BT Sport subscriber, the official app will allow you to stream wherever you are.
      How can I watch for free?
      If you have a phone contract with EE, you can get three-months worth of BT Sport for FREE.
      Simply text SPORT to 150 – you can cancel at any time.
      The trial will allow you to download BT Sport mobile, which supports casting to your TV.

      What is the team news?

      Match odds

      Liverpool to win – 10/11
      Draw – 3/1
      Porto victory – 9/5

      *All odds from Betfair and correct at time of publication. More

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      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for HUGE star-studded clash

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      IT’S official – Jake Paul and Tommy Fury are going to war. Fury, half-brother of world heavyweight champion Tyson, has called for a clash with YouTube sensation Paul for months.
      Tommy Fury beat Jordan Grant in the summer in their Telford clashCredit: PA
      Jake Paul has called for Tommy Fury to change his last name to ‘fumbles’ if he loses their grudge matchCredit: Instagram / @jakepaul
      And now he will finally get his chance, with SunSport first revealing how the pair will clash in a December bout after a breakthrough in negotiations.
      The fight was confirmed on Friday, October 29 by promotor Frank Warren.
      Paul last fought in August, beating Tyron Woodley by split decision, while Fury outpointed MMA fighter Anthony Taylor on the undercard.
      Paul vs Fury will represent the former’s first dalliance with a fully-fledged pro boxer in his short career so far.
      And although Fury has predominantly fought boxers throughout his career, many regard Paul to be one of his toughest tests yet.

      When is Paul vs Fury?

      Jake Paul will fight Tommy Fury on Saturday, December 18.
      The fight will take place at the Amelie Arena in Tampa.
      The event should pull in thousands of spectators, with the arena having a capacity of 21,000.
      With the fight being held in the USA, expect it to take place in the early hours of Sunday morning in the UK.

      What TV channel is it on and can I live stream?

      Paul vs Fury will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office.
      BT Sport Box Office broadcasted Paul vs Woodley in August and they have an afinity with Fury through his promotional contract with Frank Warren.
      You can live stream events on BT Sport Box Office from the app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Paul vs Woodley cost £16.95, but it’s likely Paul vs Fury could set you back around £19.95.
      Check back to SunSport for confirmed PPV info.

      Paul vs Fury FULL CARD
      As yet, the full undercard for fight night has not been confirmed.
      But one fight between former NBA and NFL stars Deron Williams and Frank Gore has been announced.
      The pair will clash in a four-round heavyweight bout.

      What has been said?
      Jake Paul: “It’s finally official. Timothy had no choice but to sign the contract so he could finally pay his bar tabs, afford a shirt for the club, and stop living off Molly.
      “December 18 in Tampa Bay I’m changing this w***er’s name to Tommy Fumbles and celebrating with Tom Brady.
      “Pucker up Timmy… it’s time to kiss your last name and your family’s boxing legacy goodbye.”
      Tommy Fury: “This is an easy fight for me. A real easy fight. I’ve been doing this job since I was 7.
      “He’s not a boxer. He’s gonna see that when we fight.
      “I will end his boxing career. There’s no more Jake Paul after we fight. That’s it.” More

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      What happened in Karim Benzema’s sex tape blackmail case and why was he dropped, then recalled to France team?

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      KARIM BENZEMA missed France’s World Cup triumph in 2018 – but was back in the France squad after a surprise recall from coach Didier Deschamps.The Real Madrid striker’s exile dates back to a court case involving former team-mate Mathieu Valbuena and a sex tape.
      Karim Benzema was recalled to the France team by coach Didier DeschampsCredit: Getty
      The court case has ended in the 33-year-old being given a one-year suspended sentence.
      So was he brought back into the fold, and why was he frozen out in the first place?Why didn’t Karim Benzema play for France in the 2018 World Cup?
      Didier Deschamps made Benzema ineligible for selection over a blackmail case involving former teammate Mathieu Valbuena and a sex tape.
      Benzema has been given a one-year suspended sentence for complicity in a bid to blackmail Valbuena.
      He was also given a £63,000 fine, along with three friends.
      The sentence was tougher than that sought by prosecutors against the 33-year-old player over the 2015 extortion attempt, which led Benzema to be cast out of the France team for five-and-a-half years.
      Benzema was not in court in the Paris suburb of Versailles for the verdict, which comes hours before Real Madrid take on Sheriff Tiraspol in a Champions League game in Moldova.
      He was not accused of being behind the extortion attempt but rather of conspiring with the suspected blackmailers by putting pressure on Valbuena to pay them off.
      The court ruled that he had “implicated himself personally, through subterfuge and lies, to convince his team-mate to submit to the blackmail.”
      It added that he had shown “no kindness towards Valbuena”, as he had claimed, “just the opposite”.
      The star’s lawyer Sylvain Cormier said he was “quite stunned by the ruling” and they intend to appeal.
      Why was Karim Benzema selected by France for Euro 2020?
      At the time, the blackmail scandal was not yet resolved.
      Yet Didier Deschamps has decided he needed Benzema for the Euros after over half a decade out of the squad.
      Deschamps said of his decision: “I’m not going to give you or anyone else any more details about that.
      “You know the story of our meeting, the most important step: we met and talked. Without that, it would have been impossible.
      “To talk about forgiveness is a big word. We are not talking about Didier Deschamps as a man, but Didier Deschamps as a coach.
      “And I am in a position [as coach]. As I said before, I’ll say it again, even if it’s hard for some people to understand: I’m not interested in my personal situation.” More

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      When is the Champions League last 16 draw? Live stream, UK start time info as Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool in hat

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      THE Champions League group stages are nearly at their end and Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool are already thinking ahead.The Reds, Blues and United have already qualified for the knockout stages of Europe’s top competition and can start planning for the ties in the new year.
      Chelsea legend Branislav Ivanovic was at the group stage draw back in SeptemberCredit: Reuters
      In fact, all three sides can put out reserves for their final Champions League game and still not worry about being in the draw for the last 16.
      Manchester United pulled their socks up after sacking Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to beat Villarreal 2-0, while Chelsea hammered Italian giants Juventus 4-0 as both sides secured their places.
      City can qualify if they beat Paris Saint-Germain tonight, but a point could also do the job, while Liverpool secured their spot in the knockout stages with two games to spare.
      The last group stage games take place on December 7 and 8, so the draw will be shortly after.
      What date is the Champions League last 16 draw and what time does it start?
      The Champions League last 16 draw takes place on Monday, December 13.
      Expect the draw to kick off at 11am UK time.
      There could well be some preamble and chats with former Champions League stars who tend to draw the balls out of the pot.
      Is the Champions League last 16 draw on TV and can I live stream it?
      The balls will be drawn live on BT Sport, who are the Champions League broadcasters in the UK.
      Fans can also watch the draw on Uefa.com and YouTube for FREE.
      What dates are the Champions League round of 16 ties being played?
      The eight first legs will be played on February 15, 16, 22 and 23, 2022 with two games on each night.
      Second legs will take place on March 8, 9, 15 and 16, 2022, with two ties again being played each night.
      Which clubs have qualified so far?

      Two pots of eight teams will be created from seeded group winners and runners up.
      When are the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final?
      Quarter finals
      First legs – April 5 and 6, 2022
      Second legs – April 12 and 13, 2022

      Semi-finals
      First legs – April 26 and 27, 2022
      Second legs – May 3 and 4, 2022
      Final – Gazprom Arena, St Petersburg
      May 28, 2022 More

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      Liverpool vs Porto FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Champions League clash

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      LIVERPOOL welcome Porto to Anfield looking to continue their winning start to the Champions League.Jurgen Klopp’s side have already qualified for the knockouts after four wins from four, including a superb 5-1 victory over the Portuguese visitors.

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      Liverpool were in superb form as they brushed aside ArsenalCredit: AFP
      Porto are battling for second spot with Atletico Madrid and AC Milan, with five points so far from their four matches.
      When is Liverpool vs Porto?

      This Champions League clash will be held on Wednesday, November 24.
      Kick-off at Anfield will be at 8pm GMT.
      Porto last visited Merseyside in 2019, when Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino’s goals gave Liverpool a 2-0 win.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch all of the action live on BT Sport 3.
      Coverage will start at 7pm.
      If you’re a BT Sport subscriber, the official app will allow you to stream wherever you are.
      How can I watch for free?
      If you have a phone contract with EE, you can get three-months worth of BT Sport for FREE.
      Simply text SPORT to 150 – you can cancel at any time.
      The trial will allow you to download BT Sport mobile, which supports casting to your TV.

      What is the team news?
      Jurgen Klopp could choose to rotate his side as the fixture pile-up begins to bite, with qualification already achieved.
      Curtis Jones, Roberto Firmino and Harvey Elliott are all out, while Andy Robertson is a doubt after missing the win over Arsenal.
      Pepe is set to return after being rested at the weekend as Porto look for a crucial three points.
      Marko Grujic could also feature on his return to Merseyside against his old club.
      Match odds

      Liverpool to win – 10/11
      Draw – 3/1
      Porto victory – 9/5

      *All odds from Betfair and correct at time of publication. More

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      Man City vs PSG FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Champions League clash

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      MANCHESTER CITY welcome PSG to Eastlands for a crunch Champions League showdown.Pep Guardiola’s men are targeting top spot in Group A and can secure it with three points over the Ligue 1 giants.

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      Lionel Messi scored when the teams met in September and is starting to find his feet at PSGCredit: AFP
      PSG however are looking to do the double over the Premier League side after Lionel Messi and Idrissa Gueye netted in a 2-0 Paris triumph back in September.
      When is Man City vs PSG?

      This Champions League group game is the fifth game for both sides in the competition.
      It will be held on Wednesday, November 24.
      Kick-off at the Etihad is at 8pm GMT.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch this game live on BT Sport 2 and BT Sport Ultimate.
      Coverage will start at 7pm.
      To stream, download the BT Sport app on your mobile, tablet, PC or games console.
      How can I watch for free?
      If you have a phone contract with EE, you can get three-months worth of BT Sport for FREE.
      Simply text SPORT to 150 – you can cancel at any time.
      The trial will allow you to download BT Sport mobile, which supports casting to your TV.

      What is the team news?
      City will be without Kevin De Bruyne after the Belgian star tested positive for Covid-19 before the win over Everton.
      Jack Grealish also missed that game with a knock and could return, while Gabriel Jesus looks set to return in place of youngster Cole Palmer.
      Sergio Ramos is nearing full fitness and has an outside chance of making his long-awaited bow for PSG.
      Gianluigi Donnarumma is struggling with an illness while Julian Draxler and Rafinha are both major doubts.
      The visitors are almost certain to line-up with their feared trio of Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe upfront.
      Match odds

      Man City victory – 6/10
      Draw – 3/1
      PSG win – 4/1

      *All odds from Betfair and correct at time of publication. More