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      Saint Etienne vs PSG FREE: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Mauricio Pochettino’s first game

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO takes charge of Paris Saint-Germain for the first time tonight as his side face Saint Etienne.
      PSG are third in the table ahead of kick-off and have lost four of their 17 top-flight matches so far this season.

      Pochettino begins his reign at PSG with a tough away assignmentCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The hosts meanwhile are five games unbeaten, leaving them six points above the drop zone.
      When is Saint-Etienne vs PSG?
      This Ligue 1 clash is set for TODAY, January 6.
      Kick-off is at 8pm GMT.
      When the sides last met here Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Mauro Icardi all scored in a 4-0 win.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch this game live on BT Sport 1.
      Coverage begins at 7.45pm.
      If you’re a BT subscriber, download the official app to stream on a number of devices.

      How can I watch for free?
      EE customers can get a free three-month trial of BT Sport by texting SPORT to 150.
      At the end of the three months you will automatically roll onto the £15 per month subscription.
      Or you can cancel the trial at any time during the three months by texting STOP SPORT to 150.

      What is the team news?
      Both Mahdi Camara and Yvan Neyou are suspended for the hosts after picking up yellow cards in their last game.
      Panagiotis Retsos, Yvann Macon, Gabriel Silva and Wahbi Khazri are all sidelined through injury.
      Neymar is a major doubt for Poch’s first game, with the Brazilian still suffering from an ankle problem.
      Rafinha has reportedly got Covid-19, while Layvin Kurzawa, Alessandro Florenzi and Presnel Kimpembe are out.

      Match odds
      St Etienne win – 9/1
      Draw – 9/2
      PSG victory – 2/7
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Who is Zack Steffen? Career stats for Man City goalkeeper set to feature in EFL Cup semi-final against Man Utd

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      MANCHESTER CITY had no choice but to start Zack Steffen in goal against Chelsea at the weekend after Ederson’s positive coronavirus test.
      He made a shaky start to life in the first team, picking up a back pass but was fortunate as his side picked up a 3-1 win at Stamford Bridge.

      Zack Steffen started in City’s 3-1 win over Man Utd at the weekendCredit: AFP

      And tonight, it doesn’t get easier for Steffen, who will play in goal in City’s Carabao Cup semi-final against rivals Manchester United.
      Who is Zack Steffen?
      Zack Steffen moved to City from Columbus Crew in July 2019 for a reported fee of around £7million.
      Steffen, 25, began his professional career ing Germany with SC Freiburg after spending his college years playing in NCAA Division 1 tournaments.
      After Freiburg, Steffen was signed by Columbus in 2016 and he spent some time on loan with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds soon after.

      Steffen collected a back pass in City’s win over Chelsea Credit: Reuters
      It was because of his impressive performances, after returning to Columbus, that City’s interest ignited.
      Bristol City reportedly inquired about his signature but City ultimately won the battle.
      City sent Steffen out on loan to Fortuna Dusseldorf before returning to Manchester as the club’s second-choice goalkeeper.

      He made his debut against Bournemouth earlier in the League Cup, before marking his Champions League appearance with a 3-0 win over Marseille.

      And against Chelsea, despite a shaky start where he collected a back pass, Steffen looked calm throughout.
      Overall, Steffen has made 185 appearances as a player throughout his career, keeping 35 clean sheets.
      Why is Steffen playing vs Man Utd?
      The American will play against United this evening because Ederson is still out of action thanks to his positive coronavirus test.
      Fellow reserve keeper Scott Carson also contracted the virus and won’t be available to play.

      Steffen will start against Man Utd tonight Credit: AP:Associated Press
      “Manchester City FC can confirm that Scott Carson, Cole Palmer and one member of staff have tested positive for Covid-19,” a statement read.
      “Both personnel will now observe a period of self-isolation in accordance with Premier League and UK Government protocol on quarantine.
      “Everyone at the Club wishes Scott, Cole and all of our other colleagues a speedy recovery ahead of their return to work, training and competition.” More

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      AC Milan vs Juventus FREE: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for huge Serie A clash TONIGHT

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      DEFENDING Serie A champions Juventus take on league leaders AC Milan tonight in a crunch clash at the San Siro.
      Juve are stumbling in their title defence and currently sit outside of the top four, with just seven wins in 14 top-flight matches.

      Cristiano Ronaldo is chasing his 22nd goal of the seasonCredit: Reuters

      Milan meanwhile are enjoying a terrific unbeaten season and are starting to dream of a first championship since 2011.
      When is AC Milan vs Juventus?
      This huge Serie A match is set for Wednesday, January 6.
      Kick-off is at 7.45pm GMT.
      When the sides last met, Milan won 4-2 after fighting back from two goals down.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch this game live on Premier Sports 1 in the UK.
      Coverage begins at 7.40pm.
      If you want to stream, you can use either the Premier Player of the LiveScore App.

      LiveScore is free in the UK and you can find it on the Google and Apple app stores.

      What is the team news?
      Ismael Bennacer, Matteo Gabbia and Alexis Saelemaekers are all doubts for the home side as they look to remain unbeaten.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic is also set to miss out through injury, while Sandro Tonali is suspended.
      Alex Sandro and Alvaro Morata are missing for the visitors, but Juan Caudraro and Adrien Rabiot return.

      Match odds
      AC Milan win – 7/4
      Draw – 23/10
      Juventus victory – 29/20
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Man Utd vs Man City: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for massive EFL Cup semi-final clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED take on rivals Manchester City in their hotly-anticipated EFL Cup semi-final tonight.
      The Red Devils overcame Everton in the quarter-finals while City thrashed Arsenal 4-1 at the Emirates.

      Man Utd drew with Man City 0-0 when they played each other on Dec 12Credit: EPA

      United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking for his first major trophy as a manager, while Guardiola is aiming to capture a third successive Carabao Cup.
      What time does Man Utd vs Man City kick-off?
      Man Utd’s huge derby clash with Man City will kick-off at 7.45pm UK time on Wednesday, January 6.
      The game will be played at Old Trafford.
      There will be no fans in attendance after the national lockdown was announced on Monday evening.
      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      City’s visit to Old Trafford will be shown live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.
      The game will be available for live streaming from the Sky Go and NOW TV apps, both of which can be downloaded onto a mobile or tablet device.
      You can also catch the action on a Smart TV, so long as it carries NOW TV.

      Team news
      City remained ravaged by a Covid-19 outbreak and look set to be without Ederson, Gabriel Jesus, Kyle Walker, Ferran Torres and Eric Garcia.
      Aymeric Laporte and Nathan Ake missed the trip to Chelsea, but Guardiola has no new injury concerns.
      For United, they have a fresh squad to choose from with only Victor Lindelof a major doubt due to a back injury.

      Dean Henderson is expected to start over David De Gea, while Donny van de Beek could also feature.

      Odds
      Man Utd – 5/2
      Draw – 5/2
      Man City – 1/1
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      AC Milan vs Juventus FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for huge Serie A clash

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      DEFENDING Serie A champions Juventus face league leaders AC Milan in a crunch clash at the San Siro.
      Juve are stumbling in their title defence and currently sit outside of the top four, with just seven wins in 14 top-flight matches.

      Cristiano Ronaldo is chasing his 22nd goal of the seasonCredit: Reuters

      Milan meanwhile are enjoying a terrific unbeaten season and are starting to dream of a first championship since 2011.
      When is AC Milan vs Juventus?
      This huge Serie A match is set for Wednesday, January 6.
      Kick-off is at 7.45pm GMT.
      When the sides last met, Milan won 4-2 after fighting back from two goals down.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch this game live on Premier Sports 1 in the UK.
      Coverage begins at 7.40pm.
      If you want to stream, you can use either the Premier Player of the LiveScore App.

      LiveScore is free in the UK and you can find it on the Google and Apple app stores.

      What is the team news?
      Ismael Bennacer, Matteo Gabbia and Alexis Saelemaekers are all doubts for the home side as they look to remain unbeaten.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic is also set to miss out through injury, while Sandro Tonali is suspended.
      Alex Sandro and Alvaro Morata are missing for the visitors, but Juan Caudraro and Adrien Rabiot return.

      Match odds
      AC Milan win – 7/4
      Draw – 23/10
      Juventus victory – 29/20
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Is EFL Carabao Cup semi-final one leg or two? VAR update and full rules for 2020/21 tournament

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      THE CARABAO CUP is now down to the final four.
      Man Utd take on Man City in a huge Manchester derby while Brentford face Tottenham, but what are EFL Cup semi-final rules?

      Man Utd take on Man City in the EFL Cup semi-finalCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Is the Carabao Cup semi-final one leg or two?

      The Carabao Cup semi-final has traditionally been two legs, although the rules have been changed in recent years.
      Away goals were previously used after extra time to separate two sides if they happened to be level after two legs.
      But that was done away with when the EFL scrapped extra time, meaning any ties that were level were decided on penalties.
      And this year’s Carabao Cup semi-final will consist of just one leg in order to ease fixture congestion caused by the delayed start to the season and the Covid pandemic.

      Whichever team is drawn first in each tie will play at home.
      Teams will be able to make five substitutions per match from the semi-final stage.

      Does the Carabao Cup have VAR?
      VAR will be used in the competition now from the semi-finals and final.
      Up to this round it was not used in the tournament.

      Which teams are in the Carabao Cup semi-final?
      Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur (Tuesday, Jan 5)
      Manchester United vs Manchester City (Weds, Jan 6) More

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      Do EFL Carabao Cup semi-finals have extra time or penalties after 90 minutes if they finish in a draw?

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      THE Carabao Cup is back this week with two massive final-four clashes. 
      This season’s tournament is nearing it’s conclusion with just the semi finals to go, but what happens if games are all square after 90 minutes?

      Man City have won the last THREE League Cups in a rowCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Do EFL Cup ties go to extra time or straight to penalties?

      So far this season, every EFL Cup tie has gone straight to penalties after 90 minutes if a draw.
      That WON’T be the case at the semi final stage.
      If either of the final four matches end in a stalemate, 30 minutes of extra-time will be played before a penalty shootout if the match stays level.
      Replays have been scrapped for the entire tournament – and the FA Cup has even followed suit. 

      What are the EFL Cup semi fixtures?
      Tuesday, January 5

      Tottenham vs Brentford (7.45pm)
      Wednesday, January 6
      Man Utd vs Man City (7.45pm)
      When is the EFL Cup final?
      The EFL Cup final has been moved from February 28 to Sunday April 25, 2021.
      This decision has been made in a bid to have as many fans as possible attend the Wembley showdown which will kick off at 4pm.
      In a statement, the EFL said: “This season’s Carabao Cup final has been rescheduled and will now take place on Sunday 25 April 2021, with a 4pm kick-off.
      “It is the objective of the League to stage the final with as many supporters in attendance as possible.
      “And the decision has therefore been taken to move the final from its original date of Sunday February 28, 2021 to later in the year.
      “The number of fans permitted will be dependent on Government guidance in place at the time.
      “And it is hoped that moving the date to later in the year will give clubs and their fans the best opportunity to attend in person.
      “The competition is set to continue this week, with the quarter-finals to be played across Tuesday December 22 and Wednesday December 23, with all four games live on Sky Sports.” More

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      Tottenham vs Brentford: Live stream, TV channel, team news, kick-off time for huge EFL Cup semi-final TONIGHT

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      TOTTENHAM face Brentford in their EFL Cup semi-final tonight as Jose Mourinho hunts the club’s first trophy since 2008.
      Spurs beat Stoke to reach the final-four while Brentford overcame Newcastle as the Bees look to stun another Premier League side.

      Brentford beat Newcastle in their quarter-final to set up a game with SpursCredit: AP:Associated Press
      What time does Tottenham vs Brentford kick-off?
      Tottenham’s semi-final clash with Brentford will kick-off at 7.45pm UK time on January 5 2021.
      The game will be played at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
      There will be no supporters in attendance because London is in tier 4 of the government’s coronavirus restrictions.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      The game will be shown live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.
      Both games are available for live streaming from the Sky Go or NOW TV apps, which can be downloaded onto your mobile or tablet device.
      You can also catch all the action from a Smart TV, so long as it carries NOW TV.

      Team news

      Deli Alli could feature for Spurs as Jose Mourinho looks to ensure their safe passage to the final.
      Giovani Lo Celso and Gareth Bale are out with injury, while Matt Doherty is suspended.
      Brentford have no new injury concerns ahead of the game, with Sergi Canos set to start.
      Odds
      Tottenham – 4/9

      Draw – 17/5
      Brentford – 6/1
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More