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      Juventus vs Ferencvaros: Live stream FREE, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League group stage game

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      JUVENTUS handily beat Ferencvaros 4-1 last time out – and they’ll be looking to do the same damage when they clash in Turin.
      The Italian champions are lagging behind Barcelona in their Champions League group but should qualify comfortably if they overcome the Hungarians.

      Juventus are up against Ferencvaros on Tuesday night in TurinCredit: Splash News

      Cristiano Ronaldo’s side’s only loss in the group this season was at home to Barcelona, when the five-time Ballon d’Or winner played no part after coming down with Coronavirus.
      Ferencvaros have been plucky throughout their European campaign, but face yet another really difficult task in Juve next.
      What time does Juventus vs Ferencvaros kick off?
      Juventus vs Ferencvaros gets underway at 8pm UK time on Tuesday, November 24.
      The game will take place at the Juventus Stadium in Turin.
      What channel is Juventus vs Ferencvaros and can it be live streamed?
      Juventus vs Ferencvaros will be shown live on BT Sport.
      The action is available for streaming from the BT Sport app, which can be downloaded onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Juventus beat Ferencvaros 4-1 last time outCredit: EPA
      Can I watch Juventus vs Ferencvaros for FREE?
      Yes, the game is available to watch free-of-charge but only if you’re an EE customer.
      If you’re with EE, you can get three months of BT Sport FREE by clicking HERE.
      After the three months are over, you can cancel the subscription.
      What is the team news?
      Leonardo Bonucci remains sidelined for Juventus after he withdrew from the Italy squad during the international break with an injury.
      Federico Chiesa and Giorgio Chiellini also withdrew with thigh problems, but Chiesa should be available for Ferencvaros.

      Matthijs de Ligt is still out with a shoulder injury but resumed training earlier this week.
      Paulo Dybala should return to the side after battling with an infection while Alex Sandro could also make an appearance following a spell on the injury table.

      Odds
      Juventus – 1/11
      Draw – 10/1

      Ferencvaros – 40/1
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be looking for revenge when they face Champions League foes Istanbul Basaksehir.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side lost 2-1 against the same opposition in Istanbul, thanks to some abject defending and the efforts of former Premier League star Demba Ba.

      Donny van de Beek may start for Man Utd on Tuesday eveningCredit: Reuters

      But wins over PSG and RB Leipzig in the two games before have put them in a strong position.
      United will be hoping their luck at home has changed for the better after a win over West Brom at the weekend.
      What time does Man Utd vs Istanbul Basaksehir kick off?
      Man Utd’s clash with Istanbul will get underway from 8pm UK time on Tuesday, November 24.
      The game will take place at United’s home ground Old Trafford.
      What channel is Man Utd vs Istanbul Basaksehir and can it be live streamed?
      Man Utd vs Istanbul will be shown live on BT Sport 1.
      The game is available for live streaming from the BT Sport app, which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Istanbul Basaksehir won their first clash with Man Utd 2-1Credit: AFP or licensors
      Can I watch Man Utd vs Istanbul Basaksehir for FREE?
      Yes, the game is available to watch free-of-charge but only if you’re an EE customer.
      If you’re with EE, you can get three months of BT Sport FREE by clicking HERE.
      After the three months are over, you can cancel the subscription.
      What is the team news?
      Eric Bailly could return to the side after recovering from a muscular injury which has kept him out for several games.
      Jesse Lingard could also make the squad but he hasn’t made a single appearance for United this season.

      Luke Shaw remains on the sidelines until at least December thanks to a hamstring injury.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer revealed that Paul Pogba missed the West Brom game because of an ankle injury but he could return for Istanbul.

      Odds
      Man Utd – 1/4
      Draw – 24/5

      Istanbul Basaksehir – 11/1
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Rennes vs Chelsea FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Champions League match

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      CHELSEA visit Rennes knowing they have the opportunity to secure qualification for the Champions League last 16.
      Victory for the Blues would effectively see them through to spring’s knockout stages while mathematically doing so if Krasnodar fail to beat Sevilla.

      Chelsea secured a 2-0 win at Newcastle last time outCredit: PA:Press Association

      And Frank Lampard will be very much hoping the West Londoners repeat their performance at Stamford Bridge three weeks ago when they ran out crushing 3-0 winners over the French side.
      What time does Rennes vs Chelsea kick off?
      Rennes vs Chelsea takes place on Tuesday, November 22.
      Rennes vs Chelsea kicks off at 5.55pm UK time – 6.55pm local time.
      It is being played at Roazhon Park, Rennes.
      With France currently in a strict lockdown, no fans will be in attendance.
      What TV channel is Rennes vs Chelsea on and can I live stream it?
      Rennes vs Chelsea is live on BT Sport 3.
      Coverage commences at 5.15pm – 40 minutes before kick-off.
      To stream the game live, head to the BT Sport website or app.

      Can I watch Rennes vs Chelsea for free?
      Team news
      Dalbert will miss this one for Rennes after being controversially sent off in the meeting between the two sides at Stamford Bridge.
      Jonas Martin and Daniele Rugani are both doubts for the French club, but left-back Faitout Maouassa is back in training after recovering from an ankle injury.
      Christian Pulisic will be out for around two more weeks with a hamstring injury but Thiago Silva and Kai Havertz could return.

      Latest odds
      Rennes 7/2
      Draw 29/10
      Chelsea 8/11 More

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      Why isn’t Lionel Messi playing for Barcelona against Dynamo Kiev and when will he return?

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      BARCELONA visit Dynamo Kiev in the Champions League but they’ll be without captain Lionel Messi.
      The Argentine has not joined the squad on the flight to Ukraine and will play no part in the match.

      Messi will play no part in Barcelona’s game at Dynamo KievCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Why isn’t Lionel Messi playing for Barcelona against Dynamo Kiev?

      Lionel Messi has not travelled with Barcelona for the match against Dynamo Kiev.
      Interestingly, great rival Cristiano Ronaldo also had to stay at home for Juventus’ match away to the same opposition.
      Ronaldo tested positive for Coronavirus on Portugal duty and was unable to participate in any matches until he received a negative test result.

      However Messi has never had Coronavirus and this omission from the squad is not Covid-related.

      The reason Messi has been left out is because Barcelona are top of the group with three wins out of three and almost certain to qualify for the knockout stages.
      Boss Ronald Koeman said: “We’ve got various players out due to injuries and we’ve decided that we won’t be taking Leo or Frankie because the situation in the Champions League is quite comfortable for us with the nine points that we’ve got.
      “And these two players need to rest because they have played a lot of matches. So we think this is a good moment to rest them.”

      Barcelona head to the Ukrainian capital top of their Champions League groupCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Last week Messi was caught up in a row involving team-mate Antoine Griezmann’s uncle, who said: “Besides, with Messi, I know what’s going on inside – it’s not easy.

      “Basically, [Messi] doesn’t work hard enough at Barca and the training sessions are structured in order to please certain people, which is fine if you don’t want to work.
      “Antoine needs to work, even though others don’t need as much effort to play well.
      “He’s the other way around – he needs to put in a lot of effort for himself.”
      When asked about the comments, Messi said: “The truth is that I’m tired of always being the problem of everything at the club.” More

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      Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson fight: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel as YouTuber fights NBA legend

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      YOUTUBE sensation Jake Paul is back in the ring on the undercard of Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr’s massive exhibition fight this weekend.
      And in the opposite corner is ex-NBA star Nate Robinson, who steps into the ring for the first time in an intriguing contest.

      How the stars compare ahead of their boxing match
      When is Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson?
      Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson takes place on Saturday, November 28.
      The light-heavyweight boxing match is on the undercard of Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr.
      The Staples Center in Los Angeles plays host.
      What time will Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson start?
      Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson’s ring walk time is expected for around 2am GMT – that’s 6pm local time or 9pm ET.
      The card starts from 1am GMT.
      Saved By The Bell actor Mario Lopez hosts the show.

      Jake Paul celebrates his last win in February with brother LoganCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      What live stream and TV channel is Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson on?
      BT Sport have the rights to the show in the UK, and will be showing the full show on BT Sport Box Office.
      BT Sport have yet to announce them price for the event but will be starting their coverage at midnight GMT.
      The PPV event will also be broadcast on the Triller App in the US.
      What is the full card?

      The 54-year-old Mike Tyson’s boxing exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr, 51, headlines the card in the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.
      Elsewhere on the bill, KSI’s trainer Viddal Riley takes on MMA’s Rashad Coulter.
      And former super-middleweight world champ Badou Jack faces army veteran turned pro boxer Blake McKernan.

      What have they said?
      Paul: “I want to prove to people that I’m a legitimate boxer, legitimate professional boxer with skill and someone that people should be scared of.

      “I have knockout power, I’m dangerous, and to me that’s super important and again, that’s just going to take multiple fights to prove that.
      “I want to fight the biggest names in the sport, I want to take UFC fighters like Ben Askren, like Masvidal, whoever it is and bring them over to boxing, put them in a ring and go head-to-head with them.
      “I want to fight Conor McGregor eventually. Whoever wants to get in the boxing ring with me, I want to be able to do it and beat them.”
      Robinson: “I see his brother [Logan] on the Disney channel. Him on Disney doing so much stuff, man! I  follow Jake’s YouTube, of course.

      “You and your brother only fight YouTubers, you are gonna fight a real athlete for the first time.” More

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      Boxing world champions: List of EVERY world champ in the sport, including Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Canelo Alvarez

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      BOXING can often be confusing for new fans to follow when there are so many world title belts up for grabs.
      From all the different sanctioning bodies, including the WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO, to the Ring Magazine and Lineal titles – the sport’s leading figures can often be found making head-scratching decisions.

      Anthony Joshua holds three of the four major belts in the heavyweight divisionCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd

      It would hopeful for us to dream of a time in the future where each division had just ONE champion. But for now reins confusion.
      So SunSport have put together a comprehensive list of ALL of boxing’s current world titleholders. Strap yourselves in – it’s a long old list.
      Heavyweight
      WBC
      Tyson Fury
      WBA

      Anthony Joshua (Super)
      Manuel Charr (Regular)
      WBO
      Anthony Joshua
      IBF
      Anthony Joshua
      Ring Magazine
      Tyson Fury

      Tyson Fury knocked out Deontay Wilder back in February Credit: Reuters
      Cruiserweight
      WBC

      Ilunga Makabu
      WBA
      Arsen Goulamirian (Super)
      Beibut Shumenov (Regular)
      WBO
      IBF
      Mairis Briedis
      Ring Magazine
      Mairis Briedis

      Mairis Briedis won the WBSS Cruiserweight tournament at the second time of askingCredit: EPA
      Light-heavyweight
      WBC
      Artur Beterbiev
      WBA
      Dimitry Bivol
      WBO
      IBF
      Artur Beterbiev
      Ring Magazine

      Artur Beterbiev hasn’t fought since October 2019 but is a two-belt holderCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Super-middleweight
      WBC
      WBA
      Callum Smith (Super)
      Canelo Alvarez (Regular)
      WBO
      Billy Joe Saunders
      IBF
      Caleb Plant
      Ring Magazine
      Callum Smith

      Canelo Alvarez will take on Callum Smith on December 19Credit: Instagram / @canelo
      Middleweight
      WBC
      Jermall Charlo
      WBA
      Canelo Alvarez (Super)
      Ryota Murata (Regular)
      WBO
      Demetrius Andrade
      IBF
      Gennady Golovkin
      Ring Magazine
      Canelo Alvarez

      Gennady Golovkin will defend his IBF title on December 18Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Super-welterweight
      WBC
      Jermell Charlo
      WBA
      Jermell Charlo
      WBO
      Patrick Teixeira
      IBF
      Jermell Charlo
      Ring Magazine
      Jermell Charlo

      Jermell Charlo holds three of the four belts in the 154lb divisionCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Welterweight
      WBC
      Errol Spence Jr
      WBA
      Manny Pacquiao (Super)
      Yordenis Ugas (Regular)
      WBO
      Terence Crawford
      IBF
      Errol Spence Jr
      Ring Magazine

      Terence Crawford defeated Kell Brook in his last outingCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Super-lightweight
      WBC
      Jose Ramirez
      WBA
      Josh Taylor (Super)
      Mario Barrios (Regular)
      WBO
      Jose Ramirez
      IBF
      Josh Taylor
      Ring Magazine

      Josh Taylor is a unified world champion after just 17 fightsCredit: Reuters
      Lightweight
      WBC
      Devin Haney
      Teofimo Lopez (Franchise)
      WBA
      Teofimo Lopez (Super)
      Gervonta Davis (Regular)
      WBO
      Teofimo Lopez
      IBF
      Teofimo Lopez
      Ring Magazine
      Teofimo Lopez

      Teofimo Lopez became the undisputed champion with a win over Vasyl LomachenkoCredit: Handout – Getty
      Super-featherweight
      WBC
      Miguel Berchelt
      WBA
      Gervonta Davis (Super)
      Rene Alvarado (Regular)
      WBO
      Jamel Herring
      IBF
      Joseph Diaz
      Ring Magazine

      Jamel Herring will face Carl Frampton in January 2021Credit: Sportsfile
      Featherweight
      WBC
      Gary Russell Jr
      WBA
      Leo Santa Cruz (Super)
      Xu Can (Regular)
      WBO
      Emanuel Navarrete
      IBF
      Josh Warrington
      Ring Magazine

      Josh Warrington won his title from Lee Selby two years ago Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Super-bantamweight
      WBC
      WBA
      Murodjon Akhmadaliev (Super)
      WBO
      Angelo Leo
      IBF
      Murodjon Akhmadaliev
      Ring Magazine

      Guillermo Rigondeaux is one of the best bantamweight fighters in the worldCredit: Reuters
      Bantamweight
      WBC
      Nordine Oubaali
      WBA
      Naoya Inoue (Super)
      Guillermo Rigondeaux (Regular)
      WBO
      Johnriel Casimero
      IBF
      Naoya Inoue
      Ring Magazine
      Naoya Inoue

      Naoya Inoue is one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world Credit: AFP or licensors
      Super-flyweight
      WBC
      Juan Estrada
      WBA
      Roman Gonzalez (Super)
      Joshua Franco (Regular)
      WBO
      Kazuto Ioka
      IBF
      Jerwin Ancajas
      Ring Magazine
      Juan Estrada

      Roman Gonzalez is one of the legends of the sport still fighting todayCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Flyweight
      WBC
      Julio Cesar Martinez
      WBA
      Artem Dalakian
      WBO
      Junto Nakatani
      IBF
      Moruti Mthalane
      Ring Magazine

      Moruti Mthalane is the IBF flyweight world champion Credit: AFP
      Light-flyweight
      WBC
      Kenshiro Teraji
      WBA
      Hiroto Kyoguchi (Super)
      Carlos Canizales (Regular)
      WBO
      Elwin Soto
      IBF
      Felix Alvarado
      Ring Magazine
      Hiroto Kyoguchi

      Waheng Menayothin is undefeated as a professional fighter Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Mini-flyweight
      WBC
      Waheng Menayothin
      WBA
      Thammanoon Niyomtrong
      WBO
      Wilfredo Mendez
      IBF
      Pedro Taduran
      Ring Magazine More

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr: UK start time, date, live stream, undercard, rules for boxing fight

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      BOXING legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr will face off in a spectacular exhibition fight in LA.
      The 54-year-old Tyson will face Jones, 51, in a long-awaited bout, with the Baddest Man on the Planet dropping an incredible SIX stone to get in shape for the clash.

      How Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr match up

      The California State Commission say the exhibition will be fought under the rules that both men will not look for the knock-out and will instead “exhibit” their skills, but both fighters have come out and said the contrary.
      When is Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr?
      The big fight is now set for Thanksgiving Weekend – Saturday, November 28 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
      It was originally set to take place on September 12 but the event has been postponed until later in the year.
      The undercard is expected to start at 9pm ET which is 1am GMT and the main event will follow between 4am and 5am GMT.
      The legends are set to eight rounds in the ring, with Youtube star Jake Paul and NBA star Nate Robinson confirmed for the undercard.

      Iron Mike Tyson is set to return to the ring for the epic fightCredit: Getty

      What live stream and TV channel is Tyson vs Jones Jr on? 
      BT Sport Box Office will be broadcasting the fight in the UK.
      The event will cost £19.95 to watch.
      Coverage begins at 8pm ET, which is midnight in UK. The undercard is set to start from 1am GMT.
      The social media site Triller will also be airing the PPV fight.
      Emmy-winner Mario Lopez hosts the show, and musical acts will be announced for performances too.
      Who is on the Tyson vs Jones Jr undercard?
      YouTuber Jake Paul leads the way on the four-fight card when he takes on ex-NBA star Nate Robinson.
      Elsewhere KSI’s trainer Viddal Riley is also in action as is former super-middleweight champion Badou Jack.
      Tyson vs Jones Jr
      Badou Jack vs Blake McKernan
      Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson
      Viddal Riley vs Rashad Coulter

      What are the rules of the fight?
      The fight will be contested over eight, two-minute rounds.

      No headguards will be worn but the fighters will be wearing larger 12-ounce gloves.
      Technically the fight can only be stopped if there is a knock-out, but California State Athletic Commission executive director Andy Forster said he will stop it as soon as a cut appears.
      Forster said: “Tyson and Jones Jr. won’t be wearing headgear for the fight. They’ll be lacing up 12-ounce gloves and there won’t be any judges present at the fight to score the action. So, technically, there won’t be a winner unless a knockout somehow occurs, or either fighter is deemed unfit to continue.
      “They can move around and make some money, but I told them if you get cut, it’s over.”

      Roy Jones Jr, 51, last fought only two years ago
      What have they said?
      Mike Tyson: “We’re throwing punches at each other. This is going to be my definition of fun … broken eye sockets, broken jaw, broken rib. That’s fun to me.”
      Roy Jones Jr: “He’s still Mike Tyson, he’s still one of the strongest, most explosive people who ever touched a boxing ring. If anything, I made a mistake going in with him.
      “He’s the bigger guy, he’s the explosive guy. He’s going to have all the first-round fireworks, not me.
      “I do have first-round fireworks, but he’s known for more first-round fireworks than anybody to ever touch boxing, other than maybe George Foreman.” More

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      Why is Mo Salah not playing for Liverpool against Leicester and when will Egyptian return?

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      LIVERPOOL have an important clash with table-toppers Leicester – but Mo Salah won’t be able to help his team.
      Salah has been in brilliant form this season, scoring eight goals in eight games for the Premier League champions so far.

      Mo Salah has been one of Liverpool’s best players this seasonCredit: AP:Associated Press

      But Jurgen Klopp will have to do without him following his time away on international duty with Egypt over the past couple of weeks.
      Why isn’t Mo Salah playing against Leicester?
      Salah tested positive for Covid-19 while on international duty with Egypt.
      However, a video surfaced the same week which showed Salah dancing at his brother’s wedding.
      Salah has been self-isolating since the incident last week.

      Mo Salah has scored eight goals for Liverpool this season Credit: EPA
      When will he return?
      Salah will definitely miss the game with Leicester.
      The Egyptian will also likely miss out on Liverpool’s Champions League clash with Atalanta.
      What has Jurgen Klopp said about it?
      “He is in a good place. He feels well,” The German explained.
      “There is nothing to say in public about all the things I talk to my players about but I can say in the summer I was in Germany and a friend moved his birthday party because I was there.

      “There were 50 people attending. I decided at the last minute not to go and it was allowed in Germany. It was outside but I did not go.

      Manager Jurgen Klopp has spoken with Mo Salah about the situationCredit: PA:Press Association
      “In other countries there is more social pressure on you and a brother’s wedding is a very special moment.
      “What I can say is that my players are all incredibly disciplined. There were some cases but they all know about the situation.
      “But sometimes it doesn’t work out like this and something happens, and we are in the situation we are in, but all the rest is between me and Mo, and we did that already so we are fine.” More