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      Leicester vs Man Utd FREE: Live stream, TV channel, team news, kick-off time for Premier League clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED kick off the Premier League Boxing Day schedule with a trip to Leicester City.
      But the in-form Foxes sit in second place and head into the match buoyed by their 2-0 victory at Tottenham last weekend.

      Jamie Vardy is fit to face Man Utd on Boxing Day
      When is Leicester vs Man Utd?
      Leicester vs Man Utd kicks off at 12.30pm GMT on Boxing Day, Saturday 26 December.
      Leicester’s King Power Stadium plays host.
      There will be no fans in attendance.
      What TV channel and live stream is Leicester vs Man Utd on?
      Leicester vs Man Utd will be broadcast live on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      BT Sport 1 get their coverage underway from 11.30am.
      How can I watch it 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.

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      What is the team news?

      Brendan Rodgers has dismissed any concerns that star striker Jamie Vardy will be sidelined.
      Vardy was taken off during the 2-0 win at Tottenham with a groin problem.
      But Rodgers said in his team news briefing this week: “He will be fine for the game.”
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will assess his United squad following their midweek Carabao Cup quarter-final at Everton.

      What have they said?
      Roy Keane has insisted that Manchester United can challenge Liverpool for the title.
      The Manchester United legend described Ole Gunnar Solksjaer’s side as the ‘best of the rest’.
      Manchester United are third in the Premier League table behind Leicester and Liverpool.
      The Red Devils put in a solid performance during the 6-2 win over Leeds on Sunday.

      And Keane, 49, has predicted that United could be Liverpool’s closest challengers this season.
      He told Sky Sports: “I don’t believe McTominay there when he said they don’t look at league tables.
      “Everybody looks at league tables. Players and staff. That’s what you’re playing the game for.
      “You want to know where you are obviously and where you’re heading to.
      “It’s been a nice few days for United. They had to beat Sheffield United and Leeds just to put another marker down.
      “I still think Liverpool are the strongest but United I think could be the best of the rest.” More

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      Hamilton vs Celtic: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for big Scottish Premiership match-up

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      CELTIC are up against potential banana skins Hamilton in their next Scottish Premiership clash.
      The Bhoys won 2-0 over Ross County in their last match and need to make ground up on Rangers if they’re to plant themselves at the top of the league.

      Celtic beat Motherwell in the Scottish Cup final last weekendCredit: PA:Press Association
      What time does Hamilton vs Celtic kick-off?
      Hamilton’s home fixture with Celtic will kick-off at 3pm UK time on Saturday, December 26.
      The game will take place at New Douglas Park in Hamilton.
      There will be no supporters in attendance for the clash.
      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      The game will be shown live on Sky Sports Football and Sky One.
      You can live stream the game from the Sky Go or NOW TV apps.
      Both of those apps are available for download on your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news

      Team news to follow.
      Odds
      Hamilton – 18/1
      Draw – 6/1
      Celtic – 1/6

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

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      Rangers vs Hibernian: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Scottish Premiership clash

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      RANGERS face a tough test against Hibernian in their latest Scottish Premier League clash.
      Steven Gerrard’s side recorded yet another win over St Johnstone in their last match and will be looking to continue their fine form.

      Steven Gerrard’s side are up against Hibernian in Boxing DayCredit: PA:Press Association
      What time does Rangers vs Hibernian kick-off?
      Rangers’ home clash with Hibernian will get underway from 12.30 pm UK time on Saturday, December 26 – Boxing Day!
      The game will take place at the Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow.
      There will be no fans in attendance at the game because Glasgow is in level 3 of the government’s coronavirus restriction guidelines.
      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Rangers’ home clash with Hibernian will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
      The match is available for live streaming on both the Sky Go and NOW TV apps.
      You can download both apps onto your mobile or tablet devices.

      Team news

      Odds
      Rangers – 2/7
      Draw – 9/2
      Hibernian – 10/1
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Boxing Day football on TV? Which Premier League and EFL games can I watch and live stream

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      CHRISTMAS is looking a bit different this year but there will still be a host of Boxing Day games to get your teeth into.
      Here’s all you need to know about the festive schedule.

      Man Utd were 4-1 winners over Newcastle on Boxing Day last yearCredit: AFP or licensors
      Boxing Day football schedule
      Premier League

      Boxing Day
      Leicester vs Man Utd (12.30pm)
      Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace (3pm)
      Fulham vs Southampton (3pm)
      Arsenal vs Chelsea (5.30pm)
      Man City vs Newcastle (8pm)
      Sheffield United vs Everton (8pm)
      Sunday, December 27
      Leeds vs Burnley (12pm)
      West Ham vs Brighton (2.15pm)
      Liverpool vs West Brom (4.30pm)
      Wolves vs Tottenham (7.15pm)
      Championship
      Barnsley vs Huddersfield
      Blackburn vs Sheffield Wednesday
      Bristol City vs Wycombe
      Cardiff vs Brentford
      Coventry vs Stoke
      Derby vs Preston
      Nottingham Forest vs Birmingham
      QPR vs Swansea
      Reading vs Luton
      Watford vs Norwich (7.45pm)
      *All matches kick off at 3pm unless stated
      League One
      Blackpool vs Rochdale
      Charlton vs Plymouth
      Crewe vs Fleetwood
      Doncaster vs Accrington
      Lincoln vs Burton
      MK Dons vs Bristol Rovers
      Oxford vs AFC Wimbledon
      Wigan vs Shrewsbury
      *All matches kick off at 3pm unless stated

      League Two
      Cambridge vs Leyton Orient (1pm)
      Exeter vs Forest Green (1pm)
      Scunthorpe vs Mansfield (1pm)
      Southend vs Colchester (1pm)
      Carlisle vs Bolton
      Cheltenham vs Stevenage
      Crawley vs Newport
      Morecambe vs Grimsby
      Oldham vs Harrogate
      Port Vale vs Barrow
      Salford vs Walsall
      Tranmere vs Bradford

      Boxing Day football TV schedule
      Boxing Day
      Leicester vs Man Utd (12.30pm) – BT Sport 1/BT Sport Ultimate
      Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace (3pm) – BBC One/BBC iPlayer
      Fulham vs Southampton (3pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Sports Ultra HD
      Arsenal vs Chelsea (5.30pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Sports Ultra HD
      Watford vs Norwich (7.45pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Football/Sky Sports Ultra HD
      Man City vs Newcastle (8pm) – BT Sport 1/BT Sport Ultimate
      Sheffield United vs Everton (8pm) – BT Sport 2
      Sunday, December 27
      Leeds vs Burnley (12pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky One/Sky Sports Ultra HD
      West Ham vs Brighton (2.15pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky One/Sky Sports Ultra HD
      Liverpool vs West Brom (4.30pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Sports Ultra HD
      Wolves vs Tottenham (7.15pm) – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Sports Ultra HD More

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      Is EFL Carabao Cup semi-final one leg or two, and what are the rules?

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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.

      Does the Carabao Cup have VAR?
      The Carabao Cup does not have VAR – the only competition Premier League sides participate in in which this is the case.
      The tournament is organised by the EFL who have chosen not to introduce it at any level.
      Which teams are in the Carabao Cup semi-final?
      Manchester United vs Manchester City
      Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur
      Matches to be played the week of January 4, 2021 More

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      EFL Carabao Cup semi-final draw: Start time, live stream, TV channel, ball numbers as final four learn fate

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      WE’RE approaching the business end of the Carabao Cup as the competition heads into the quarter-final stage.
      Brentford are the first to confirm their place in the semis, but who will join the Championship side?

      Man City won the trophy last season after defeating Aston VillaCredit: PA:Press Association

      Manchester City are the current holders and will also be in the draw after beating Arsenal at the Emirates.
      When is the Carabao Cup semi-final draw?
      The draw for the semi-final of this year’s competition is set for Wednesday, December 23.
      It will follow the conclusion of Everton vs Man Utd.
      The match kick-offs at 8pm, so expect the draw around 10.15pm.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch the draw live on Sky Sports Main Event, Football and Ultra HD.
      Coverage will follow after the conclusion of the last quarter-final at Goodison Park.
      You can also stream the draw by heading to Carabao’s official social media on Twitter and Facebook.

      Who is in the draw?
      Four teams will go into the hat on Wednesday, with ties to be played in week beginning January 4, 2021.
      The quarter final ties are:
      Tuesday, December 22 – Brentford 1-0 Newcastle
      Tuesday, December 22 – Arsenal 1-4 Man City (8pm)
      Wednesday, December 23 – Stoke vs Tottenham (5.30pm)
      Wednesday, December 23 – Everton vs Man Utd (8pm) More

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      Do EFL Carabao Cup games 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 the quarter-finals.
      This season’s tournament is down to the final eight, 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 Carabao Cup ties go to extra time or straight to penalties?

      If the score is level after 90 minutes, Carabao Cup ties up to the semi-final go STRAIGHT to penalties. Only from the semi-final – which will be single-legged this season – and final do ties have extra-time before penalties.
      The Carabao Cup will have no replays.
      What are the Carabao Cup quarter-final fixtures?

      Tuesday
      Brentford 1-0 Newcastle (5.30pm)
      Arsenal 1-4 Man City (8pm)
      Tonight
      Stoke City vs Tottenham Hotspur (5.30pm)
      Everton vs Manchester United (8pm)

      When is the Carabao Cup final?
      The Carabao Cup final has been moved from February 28 to Sunday April 25, 2021.
      The EFL have made the decision 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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      Everton vs Man Utd: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for TONIGHT’S Carabao Cup quarter-final

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      EVERTON welcome Manchester United to Goodison for a Carabao Cup quarter-final clash tonight.
      The Toffees are in excellent record form having won three on the bounce in the Premier League – but haven’t won this trophy since 1984.

      Man Utd proved too strong for Leeds as they fired in six at Old TraffordCredit: AP:Associated Press

      United meanwhile are fresh from a 6-2 hammering over Leeds and are looking to win this competition for the sixth time.
      When is Everton vs Man Utd?
      Kick-off tonight is at 8pm GMT.
      The match follows the other quarter-final between Stoke and Tottenham.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      The match is live on Sky Sports Main Event, Football and Ultra HD.
      Coverage follow the game at the bet365 Stadium.
      If you don’t have a Sky subscription, you can watch by getting a 24-hour NOW TV pass from £9.99.

      Listen to all of the action LIVE on talkSPORT

      What is the team news?
      After his brace against Leeds, United will be without Scott McTominay who has a groin problem.
      Luke Shaw could return following illness, while Edinson Cavani looks set to start upfront after being on the bench in the 6-2 mauling.
      Allan is out for the hosts with a hamstring injury and James Rodriguez is still missing after suffering a slight calf strain.

      Match odds
      Everton to win – 9/4
      Draw – 5/2
      Man Utd victory – 11/10
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More