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      Man City 3 Plymouth 1: Nico O’Reilly double spares Pep’s blushes after almighty scare against Championship strugglers

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      PEP Guardiola found his FA Cup hero just in the Nico time…but he didn’t half sweat for a while first.With just 15 minutes of this last 16 clash left, Argyle were still all square and dreams of an even greater shock than dumping Liverpool in the previous round were alive.Maksym Talovierov headed Plymouth ahead in the first halfCredit: GettyNico O’Reilly netted the equaliser for Man CityCredit: GettyHe then netted the go-ahead goalCredit: GettyKevin de Bruyne sealed the victory in the final momentsCredit: GettyYet then, Nico O’Reilly, the local-born teenager in a galaxy of Galacticos, pounced to head in his second goal of the day and there was an almighty sigh of relief all around the Etihad.Everywhere except the massed ranks of travelling Pilgrims, that is, who were instead cursing O’Reilly for giving their fairytale a Grimm ending.For seven magic minutes they actually led the Premier League winners of the last four years as well, thanks to Maxi Talovierov’s never-to-be-forgotten header.But a minute before the break O’Reilly ghosted in to meet a Kevin De Bruyne free kick curled in from the right and it was even stevens again.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAlthough, if you wanted to be harsh, questions could be asked of Argyle keeper Conor Hazard, who got a full hand to the ball, without the strength to palm it to safety.Having said he had plenty of moments prior to that, most notably getting fingertips to De Bruyne’s low angled strike a couple of minutes before City’s leveller.But he had also been rooted to the spot when Ilkay Gundogan had rattled an upright when it was still goalless – although to be fair it was struck so ferociously no keeper on earth would have moved.There were also occasions the Plymouth keeper was left thanking the men in front of him, too – none more than when Maxi had deflected a Phil Foden shot wide.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSYet equally he had a few heroic moments of his own as well, as City – well, certainly their manager – grew increasingly frustrated.Admittedly not as many, and rarely with the same sense of drama, as the stack-‘em-high number of stops when Liverpool were whipped off at the knees in the previous round.’Endangered his life’ – Crystal Palace owner gives Mateta injury update live on BBC and slams ‘reckless’ Millwall starPlymouth put in a brave performance at the EtihadCredit: GettyPep Guardiola will be relieved after seeing his team come from behindCredit: GettyThat unforgettable fourth round triumph when the Pilgrims became the favourite other team of every fan in the country outside Anfield.And with Guardiola at one stage getting so frustrated that he was throwing his arms around like a bald-headed Bruno Fernandes, you did wonder if they could possibly do it again.After all, despite City’s monopoly on possession for long periods, there will be days Plymouth’s backline boys work harder for their dough in the Championship than this.Largely, it should be said, thanks to Maxi Talovierov and Nikola Katic prowling the backline with such a fearsome menace they were like a pair of footballing Krays.Put it this way, Argyle’s defensive duo have such an intimidating air, you imagine they rarely get below a seven in the local paperHow fitting, then, that when Plymouth did snatch their out-of-the-blue lead, one of them was the hero.It came from Matthew Sorinola’s 37th minute corner, which Maxi met unopposed to head into the corner. The City boys were probably too scared to get close enough to stop him.At the opposite end of the pitch 8,000 travelling fans went wild. First Liverpool, now this…it was fast becoming the ultimate FA Cup fairytale. Only it didn’t end that way.For just when they looked destined to reach the base camp of taking their lead into the second half, up popped O’Reilly and it was suddenly all square again.And with Argyle barely setting foot in the City half – let alone penalty box – after the break, surely it was only a matter of time.Hazard had to react smartly to paw one over the tip when De Bruyne tried to catch him out, while Rico Lewis went close with the most acrobatic of volleys.It was fast becoming a repeat of the Alamo-style onslaught they had faced in the fourth round…only this one didn’t have the same happy ending for the underdogs.They could claim a mini-victory, at least, in forcing Guardiola to chuck on Erling Haaland from the bench after an hour as the hunt for a winner grew more frantic.Yet when not even he could find a way through as Hazard pulled off a stunning rub-your-eyes double stop 15 minutes from the end maybe, just maybe, they could hang on.When Jack Grealish curled one from the left to hand Haaland a point blank header, he surely had to score.But only did Hazard block his header, he somehow managed to turn Bernardo Silva’s follow-up behind as well.It was a jaw-dropping save on a par with Jim Montgomery’s unforgettable effort in Sunderland’s 1973 Wembley triumph.Only this one didn’t have the same memorable ending…in fact barely 60 seconds later he was picking the ball out of his net.READ MORE SUN STORIESFrom Phil Foden’s corner, O’Reilly outmuscled Jordan Houghton at the far post and it was relief all round at last for the men in sky blue.Breathing space that became feet up and relax when De Bruyne tapped in a third seconds from the end…but it took one hell of a fight to get there. 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      Shocking moment Millwall fan sparks huge brawl after climbing into Crystal Palace end before game even kicks off

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      A MILLWALL fan sparked a huge brawl after climbing into the Crystal Palace end during the FA Cup clash.The two South London rivals went head-to-head at Selhurst Park in the fifth round of the tournament.A Millwall fan climbed into the Crystal Palace endCredit: xHe was confronted by multiple Palace supporters in the seatsCredit: xA mass brawl then started between the two partiesCredit: xThere was no love lost between the two groups of supporters with one taking it too far.A video circulating on social media shows one fan climbing over from the Millwall end into the Palace end.He can then be seen squaring up to Eagles supporters who go over to confront him.A brawl then started with the Millwall fan surrounded by his opposition.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe then fell to the floor as the crowd continued to hit him.Security were then able to intervene and separate the home supporters from the Millwall fan.Oliver Glasner’s side ran out 3-1 winners to progress to the next round of the FA Cup.The visitors went a man down as Liam Roberts was sent off after a VAR intervention.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe goalkeeper was shown a red card after a horror challenge on Jean-Philippe Mateta.The French striker was stretchered off the pitch with a bad gash behind the ear after he was kicked in the head by Roberts.’Endangered his life’ – Crystal Palace owner gives Mateta injury update live on BBC and slams ‘reckless’ Millwall starPalace fans goaded the Millwall end with a bannerCredit: ReutersJean-Philippe Mateta suffered a horror injuryCredit: GettyMateta has released a statement on social mediaCredit: InstagramSteve Parish on Mateta injuryCrystal Palace chairman Steve Parish spoke to the media at half time about the injury to Jean-Philippe Mateta…He told the BBC: “So far what we know is he’s got a bad gash behind his ear and a head injury. He’s at the hospital so we hope for the best.”There’s a lot of emotion in football but we need to talk about that challenge.”In all the time I’ve watched football, I’ve never seen a challenge like it.”I looked to see how old the keeper is, he’s 30 years old.”That is the most reckless challenge on a football pitch I think I’ve ever seen.”And he needs to have a long, hard look at himself that lad.”Because he’s endangering a fellow professional, maybe even his life, with a challenge like that.”Palace chairman Steve Parish condemned the challenge and claimed that Mateta’s life was put at risk.Mateta has since taken to social media and confirmed he is “doing well”.The Millwall fans were then condemned by BBC commentator Jonathan Pearce.The away crowd could be heard chanting “Let him die” as Mateta was taken off the pitch.Pearce hit out at the vile chants, saying: “Millwall fans are not endearing themselves to anyone with their chant about Mateta.”The club could be revisited about that.”The Daily Mail have claimed the FA will be investigating the club over different chants that were aimed at Chelsea loanee Ben Chilwell.But they will not probe the club over the “let him die” song aimed at Mateta as it “does not breach regulations.”Palace took the lead as former Tottenham Hotspur defender Japhet Tanganga headed into his own net.READ MORE SUN STORIESDaniel Munoz doubled the lead before Alex Neil’s side got one back before the break through Wes Harding.Eddie Nketiah sealed the victory in the 81st minute to book his side’s spot in the quarter-finals.Palace took the lead through an own-goalCredit: AFPDaniel Munoz doubled the lead in the first halfCredit: GettyWes Harding netted for Millwall before the breakCredit: PAEddie Nketiah sealed the result for PalaceCredit: Getty More

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      Matheus Cunha has to be restrained by Wolves subs as he is shown red card after complete head loss at Bournemouth

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      MATHEUS CUNHA had to be held back by his coaching staff after seeing red for an “outrageous” attack on Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez.The Wolves striker hit, kicked and HEADBUTTED the defender in the final minute of extra time amid a dramatic FA Cup fifth-round tie.Matheus Cunha was caught up in ugly scenesCredit: RexMilos Kerkez went flying backwards after Cunha caught him with his headCredit: PAThe inevitable red card followed but Cunha was still aghast at the decisionCredit: GettyWolves’s coaches and substitutes rushed onto the pitch to try to prevent the dismissed Brazilian inflaming things furtherCredit: GettyIt means the Brazilian faces another lengthy ban.That’s because Saturday’s sending-off was for violent conduct AND as it’s his second dismissal of the season.He picked up a three-match suspension in December, which was reduced to two games, after pulling the glasses off an Ipswich staff member in a touchline bust-up.This time Kerkez began the flare-up by pulling the shirt of Cunha, who lashed back in response with astonishing fury.READ MORE FA CUP NEWSThe Brazilian was seen throwing both his arms at the face of the Hungarian international, who then went to the ground.Cunha then aimed a sly kick at Kerkez while he was down.And, as if to make his outburst impossible for the referee to miss, he then headbutted the Serbia-born star once he had got up.The 25-year-old’s own dugout team were then forced to restrain him as he suffered a total loss of self-control.Most read in FA CupEx-England keeper Rob Green told the BBC: “Outrageous behaviour from Matheus Cunha.”He is trying to remonstrate with the fourth officials. It will be a lengthy suspension, you can’t do that.”Cunha had netted to cancel out Evanilson’s opener on the hour in a 1-1 draw, before Bournemouth triumphed 5-4 on penalties.Referee Chris Kavanagh had no choice but to send Cunha offCredit: GettyThe Brazilian was marched off the pitch by his own coaching team as the added time board went upCredit: GettyAnd one fan reckoned the “consequences” of such a shameful sending-off could be “huge” for him.The 11-cap star has been linked to a big-money move in the summer, with Liverpool and Arsenal reportedly keen.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe fan wrote: “I’m not thinking this season. (Arne) Slot had eyes on him, will he still go for such a hothead?”Kerkez and Cunha had been caught up in a skirmish before the former Atletico Madrid ace turned violent.Brighton players in tunnel post match after beating Bournemouth 2-1Wing-back Kerkez lurched backwards to the floor clutching his head after Cunha ended the exchange by thrusting his forehead into his opponent.And a few viewers reckoned the Hungarian’s reaction was over the top – some observers even claiming both players should have been dismissed.One fan blasted Kerkez for “terrible acting” and another posted: “Embarrassing from both of them.”But Cunha was understandably the focus of fury from most fans.READ MORE SUN STORIESOne commented: “I don’t want this player in my team.” Another added: “One of the most talented players we have ever had, but he is such a petulant, spoilt brat, it really grates on me.” More

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      Man City vs Plymouth live stream FREE: How to watch FA Cup 5th round tie

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      PLYMOUTH travel to English champions Manchester City, looking to pull off another MASSIVE cup upset!The Pilgrims pulled off one of the biggest upsets in FA Cup history in the fourth round, knocking out Arne Slot’s Premier League-leading Liverpool.It has been an underwhelming season for Pep Guardiola and Manchester CityCredit: Julian Finney – UEFA/UEFA via Getty ImagesPlymouth will be looking to pull off another massive upset against Manchester CityCredit: Isabelle Field/Plymouth Argyle via Getty ImagesIn a very disappointing season for Pep Guardiola and City, the FA Cup represents the only chance the Cityzens have at winning a trophy in 2024/25.City conceded one of the best FA Cup goals of all time away at Leyton Orient but bounced back to scrape through 2-1 against the League One side, setting up their tie with Plymouth today.How to watch Man City vs Plymouth for FREEMan City vs Plymouth is available to watch for FREE in the UK!The game will be shown live on ITV4 and ITVX.Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live coverage of the game!The fifth round tie will kick off at 5:45pm GMT on Saturday, March 1.What other FA Cup games are on this weekend?There are still three HUGE FA Cup ties to come on Sunday, March 2 and Monday, March 3:Read more FootballNewcastle vs Brighton – Sun, Mar 2 – 1:45pm GMT – ITV1Man United vs Fulham – Sun, Mar 2 – 4:30pm GMT – BBC OneNottingham Forest vs Ipswich – Mon, Mar 3 – 7:30pm GMT – ITV4 More

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      Jean-Philippe Mateta breaks silence after being rushed to hospital with horror injury during Crystal Palace vs Millwall

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      JEAN-PHILIPPE MATETA has broken his silence following his horror FA Cup injury.The Crystal Palace hitman was rushed to the hospital after being poleaxed in the first half of The Eagle’s fifth-round win over Millwall, whom they beat 3-1.Jean-Philippe Mateta suffered a horror injury in Crystal Palace’s FA Cup clash with MillwallCredit: GETTYMateta received medical treatment on the pitch for ten minutes after being kicked in the headCredit: GETTYHe was promptly taken to the hospital to undergo further assessmentCredit: GETTYThe forward took to Instagram to give an update on his conditionCredit: INSTAGRAM@IAMMATETAMateta was on the receiving end of a kung-fu kick of a challenge from Lions stopper Liam Roberts, who was belatedly given a red card.The Frenchman was left bloodied and received treatment for ten minutes – during which he was cruelly mocked by a minority of travelling Lions fans – before being rushed to the hospital.The injury has required the striker to have stitches and it is unclear if he will remain in the hospital overnight.But he allayed fears over his condition via his Instagram story, writing: “Thanks for all your kind messages. READ MORE ON MATETA”I’m doing well. I hope to be back very soon and stronger than ever.”Well done, guys, for the great job today. I love you. JP.”Palace boss Oliver Glasner missed Roberts’ horrific attempt of a challenge but was left sickened after seeing the replay.He said: “I couldn’t see it live. I didn’t want to see it after the game. Most read in FootballJean-Philippe Mateta has thankfully avoided a serious injury following the nasty tackleCredit: Rex”I don’t want to watch the injury. I watched it because I knew I had to talk about it. “It was a very serious foul play. It’s tough to see. I don’t want to watch it again. ‘Endangered his life’ – Crystal Palace owner gives Mateta injury update live on BBC and slams ‘reckless’ Millwall star”Imagine it could have ended his career.”Glasner bears no ill will towards Roberts, adding: “He didn’t want to make such a challenge, but his decision to make the challenge was wrong. “I believe in fair play and all sportsmen don’t want to injure another. “His decision with his foot with this intensity was wrong.”The Daily Mail have claimed that chairman James Berylson and manager Alex Neil have contacted Mateta to check on his condition.The report also suggested that Roberts also got in touch with the French forward.Palace chairman and co-owner Simon Parish, however, wasn’t as sympathetic towards the 30-year-old keeper.After mimicking the awful challenge in the stands, he told the BBC during a half-time interview: “In all the time I’ve watched football, I’ve never seen a challenge like it.”I looked to see how old the keeper is, he’s 30 years old.”That is the most reckless challenge on a football pitch I think I’ve ever seen.”And he needs to have a long, hard look at himself that lad.Oliver Glasner was left sickened by the challenge on Jean-Philippe MatetaCredit: GETTYPalace chairman Steve Parish blasted Liam Roberts over his horror challengeCredit: BBC”Because he’s endangering a fellow professional, maybe even his life, with a challenge like that.””It’s very difficult for me to talk about the rest of the game because we’re worried about JP in hospital. “It’s just a terrible, terrible challenge.”That goalkeeper hasn’t shown a duty of care to another professional.”Someone mentioned there was one in the 1982 World Cup like it.”But it’s a dreadful challenge and why the referee needs to go the screen, I’ve no idea.”Forget about him being a football player, he is a human being. That is not a normal challenge.Liam Roberts trudges off the pitch after clattering Jean-Philippe MatetaCredit: AFPCrystal Palace booked their place in the fifth round thanks to a 3-1 win at Selhurst ParkCredit: Reuters”If you’re kicking someone in the head with the full force, God knows what damage has been done to him.”Millwall boss Alex Neil defended his player’s actions prior to watching the replay.The Scot said: “He’s misjudged it and caught the lad. He has mistimed it.”I don’t think it is meant. I don’t think there is any intent, why would there be intent?”We don’t want the lad to be injured. We wish him well and hope he is back on the pitch soon.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It was a mistiming, he was sent off, he is disappointed and will hope Mateta is fine, which we all do.”Palace booked their place in the quarter-finals thanks to an OG from Japhet Tanganga and goals from Daniel Munoz and Eddie Nketiah. More

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      ‘This is embarrassing’ – Bournemouth vs Wolves hit with huge VAR delay as ref forced to hold conference on touchline

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      FANS have slammed VAR as “embarrassing” after a huge seven-minute delay during Bournemouth’s FA Cup tie with Wolves.The Cherries managed to force the ball into the back of the net from a corner via a combination of Dean Huijsen and Milos Kerkez.There was a seven minute wait for VAR’s decision to be confirmedCredit: RexVideo replays showed it may have come off an arm and there was a hint of offside.But in bizarre scenes, fans and players were left waiting a whopping seven minutes before the goal was chalked off.The semi-automated offside technology, which is debuting in English football this weekend, is believed to have failed.It meant the officials were forced to draw the lines as usual, creating a lengthy delay. At one point referee Sam Barrott led captains Nelson Semedo and Lewis Cook to the touchline for a conference with the managers.The official then turned on his microphone and announced to the Vitality Stadium that the goal would not stand as Kerkez was offside.Angry Bournemouth fans sang, “It’s not football anymore,’ and “This is embarrassing,’ as the delay went on. More fumed on social media, with one writing: “Absolute mess of a system.”Most read in FootballAnother added: “That VAR at the Bournemouth game was utterly embarrassing.”THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Crystal Palace 3 Millwall 1: Eddie Nketiah seals place in FA Cup quarter-finals but game marred by Mateta horror injury

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      ALEX NEIL urged his Millwall players not to do anything silly at Selhurst Park with VAR in the building.But after six minutes, Lions keeper Liam Roberts committed one of the worst challenges you are ever likely to see in football – and in the process almost took Jean-Philipe Matata’s head off.Crystal Palace ran out 3-1 winners against Millwall in their FA Cup fifth-round clashCredit: PABut the match was marred by a horror injury to Palace striker Jean-Phillipe MatetaCredit: REXThe striker was stretchered off and taken to hospital after Liam Roberts’ horror tackleCredit: RexWhen Will Hughes played a ball forward, the Palace striker managed to shrug off Jake Cooper and was about to break clear.Roberts had come racing out of his box and with the ball bouncing he attempted to clear before Mateta could pounce.He managed to get part of the ball but his stray left foot thumped Mateta in the face.Incredibly, Michael Oliver had to be invited by VAR to watch the incident again before he sent off the 30-year-old keeper.READ MORE ON PALACEThere was no malice from Roberts but it was a moment of complete and utter madness.Poor Mateta needed TEN MINUTES of treatment by medics — still receiving oxygen when he was finally taken to hospital with a nasty-looking gash on his head.For the Championship side, it was going to be an uphill struggle at Selhurst Park anyway, never mind with 10 men.During the time Mateta was stricken on the ground, some sick Millwall fans chanted: “Let him die”, with some moronic Palace fans also chanted this later at Lions ace Camiel Neghli, when he was down crocked before hobbling off.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSJean-Philippe Mateta was down for ten minutes before he was stretchered offCredit: AlamyEverything that could go wrong for the Lions did in a first-half horror show.Former Spurs defender Japhet Tanganga headed past replacement and normal first-choice keeper Lukas Jensen to put Palace into a 33rd-minute lead.Jean-Philippe Mateta celebrates after 4-1 win vs Aston VillaAnd then he inadvertently deflected a Millwall clearance into the path of Daniel Munoz, who otherwise would have been in an offside position, to add a second seven minutes later.Tanganga must wonder if he had run over a cat in Norwood or something as he seems jinxed at Selhurst Park.Just four years ago, he was sent off for Tottenham here.However, Wes Harding pulled one back in the 13th minute of first-half stoppage time and the Lions gave it a real good go in the second half before Eddie Nketiah headed home the clincher with nine minutes left.Palace will have seen this game as a great opportunity to go deep into the FA Cup. With their Premier League status all but mathematically secure and the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal out of the Cup, they have as much chance as anyone in what is beginning to look like one of the most open FA Cups in years.Millwall work so hard as a club in shrugging off its bad reputation and fans chanting “Chelsea rent boy” at Ben Chilwell flies in the face of everything they are trying to do at The Den.Boss Oliver Glasner made three changes for the Eagles. In came Matt Turner, Chilwell and Jefferson Lerma for Dean Henderson, Adam Wharton and Tyrick Mitchell.Millwall are in great league for – losing one of their last eight and having knocked Leeds out of the competition at Elland Road – made four. In came Roberts, Billy Mitchell, Josh Coburn and Wes Harding for Lukas Jensen, Tristan Carma, George Saville and Mihailo Ivanovic.Millwall played a psychological trick by making Palace attack their noisy Holmesdale stand for the first half after winning the toss. Lions keeper Roberts, though, gave them the worst possible start with that moment of madness.Nketiah came on for his stricken team-mate and with his first touch fired the ball into the net – but the ball had hit his arm before he shot.Millwall almost stunned the hosts a few moments later.Oliver Glasner was left sickened by the injury to Jean-Philippe MatetaCredit: GETTYCrystal Palace chairman Steve Parish was flabbergasted by the challengeCredit: BBCHarding’s long throw was flicked on by Casper De Norre and Josh Coburn almost guided the ball home.Nketiah then saw a powerful effort kept out by keeper Lukas Jensen.Yet Palace were denied when Jensen made a brilliant save from Chilwell.But the hosts moved in front when Tanganga inadvertently headed into his own net as he attempted to block a Will Hughes effort.Chilwell then clattered the crossbar with a David Platt 1990 World Cup-esque volley on the turnAnd Palace added a second when Daniel Munoz, who was in an offside position, poked past Jensen.But the ball struck Tanganga as Millwall attempted to clear before it fell into the path of the Palace ace, meaning Munoz was not offside.Incredibly, the Lions pulled one back when Femi Azeez’s cross was spilled by Matt Turner and Harding cracked a deflected shot home.Palace were subdued after the break and Millwall came out fired up having got themselves back into the game.Glasner introduced ex-Millwall winger Romain Esse for his third appearance since completing a £14.5million move to Selhurst Park in January in a bid to inject more attacking imputes. The 19-year-old came on for Ismaila Saar and Wharton replaced Hughes.Millwall had been starting to find space in and around the Palace box.And a fine move saw Azeez almost fund 6ft 3in Coburn sliding into the six-yard box.The visitors — despite being down to 10 men for almost an hour — were not only being stubborn and hard to break down but carrying a threat in the final third.Palace, however, sealed their place in the quarter-finals with nine minutes left when Nketiah powered a header home from 10 yards after Chris Richards nodded the ball into his path.The Eagles ace refused to celebrate as he is a childhood Millwall fan raised in Deptford.READ MORE SUN STORIESJefferson Lerma was not too far away from adding a third but cracked a long-range effort inches over. Esse fired a shot straight at the keeper at the death.Palace can play a lot better than this but they march on into the last eight — and all focus is now on the wellbeing of Mateta. More

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      FA Cup 5th round LIVE: Jean-Philippe Mateta rushed to hospital with ear injury, Oliver Galsner confirms

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      THE FA Cup fifth round is here – and some huge upsets could be on the cards.Today’s action kicked off with two thrilling derbies as Crystal Palace beat London rivals Millwall 3-1, and Preston shocked Burnley with a 3-0 win in the Lancashire derby.Jean-Philippe Mateta was taken off on a stretcher early on at Selhurst Park after the Palace striker was on the receiving end of a kung-fu-like kick from Liam Roberts, which saw the Lions keeper see red.Oliver Glasner has confirmed he picked up an ear injury, and will miss Palace’s clash against Ipswich.Later, Bournemouth and Wolves go head-to-head in an all-Premier League clash.To finish today’s action, Manchester City take on fourth round giant killers Plymouth.Kick off times: 12.15pm/3pm/5.45pmFollow our live blog below…HT: Bournemouth 1-0 WolvesThere is no doubt that The Cherries should be out of sight in this game.They have had the ball in the back of the net three times but VAR reviews have denied them.From a Wolves perspective, they should be able to play with a care-free attitude in the second-half, knowing that their FA Cup journey should already be over.Copy linkCopiedBoss gives update on MatetaOliver Glasner has given some clarity on his striker:”He’s at hospital now, it is a serious ear injury, but fingers are crossed it is not too serious.”He will miss the Ipswich game, but I hope he is available for the quarter-final of the FA Cup at the end of March.”Of course we all wish him the best.”Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Dan King at the Vitality StadiumAsk, and you shall receive. But the Bournemouth fans are only happy with one of the two big incidents. Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone will not want to see Evanilson’s goal again after being caught well out of position and only being able to parry Antoine Semenyo’s shot. Johnstone seemed to have been embarrassed again moments later when a David Brooks corner was forced in by a combination of Dean Huijsen and Milos Kerkez at the back post. But after a massive VAR delay, in which referee Sam Barrott held a touchline gathering with the captains, backroom staff and anyone else who fancied it, the man in electric blue announced to the crowd that it had been disallowed for offside against Kerkez. And then, during the seven minutes of stoppage time, Evanilson played in Kerkez, whose cross needed only to be tapped home by Brooks. But the ball was slightly behind him and he hit it on to his own hand before watching it dribble into the net despite Nasser Djiga’s best efforts. Brooks didn’t celebrate and the goal was disallowed much more quickly.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Wolves45+4. Almost a second goal for the hosts.Kerkez rolls the ball across the box and Brooks is running onto it, three yards out.He miskicks the ball, it bobbles up and strikes his hand before going into the goal.Quite rightly, it is ruled out as a result but what a miss by the Bournemouth man.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Dan King at the Vitality StadiumDavid Brooks’ corner went all the way to the back post where it was forced over the line by a combination of Huijsen and Kerkez, with the suggestion of one or both using their arms.The home fans quite rightly sang, “It’s not football anymore,’ and “This is embarrassing,’ as the delay went on and on.At one point referee Sam Barrott led captains Nelson Semedo and Lewis Cook to the touchline for a conference with the managers, backroom staff and anyone else with an opinion to offer.But finally Barrott turned on his microphone and announced that Kerkez had been ruled offside.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Wolves44. Relief for the visitors, finally.The Cherries’ goal is ruled out for offside.It took around seven minutes to come to that decision, semi-automated offside cannot come quickly enough.Copy linkCopiedGoal disallowed by VARCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 2-0 Wolves41. It has been six minutes already with this VAR check.The officials are making a mockery of this technology.It really seems like the lunatics are running the asylum.Copy linkCopiedVAR check in progressCopy linkCopiedGoal – Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth)Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Wolves30. The deadlock has been broken on the south coast.Johnstone makes a save but does not get the ball clear of the goal.Evanilson rolls it into an empty net to score on his FA Cup debut.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Evanilson (Bournemouth)Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves28. This game promised so much but, so far, has given so little.Both teams are looking full of promise with their attacking play but the shooting has been dreadful.The safest place to be if you do not want to be hit with the ball is in the middle of the goal currently.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Dan King at the Vitality StadiumNot going to lie, this is hardly thrill-a-minute stuff. Bournemouth are having the better of the game but have yet to force Sam Johnstone into a save. Wolves have been time-wasting from the start yet had the best chance when a Mateus Cunha cross reached Jorgen Strand Larsen. The vocal fans of both teams deserve better than this. Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves20. The game is still finely poised at the Vitality Stadium.While both sides are creating half-chances, they are not really asking much of the keepers.It feels like one of those matches that could do with a goal to spark it into life.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves15. Wolves show they are not just here for the ride.Cunha lays the ball off to Bellegarde but his shot is blocked.The Brazilian is immediately involved again, laying it into the path of Ait-Nouri, who sees his left-footed shot saved by Kepa.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves10. This is one-way traffic currently.Bournemouth are piling on the pressure and the visitors are struggling to keep them out.It feels like it is just a matter of time before The Cherries break the deadlock in this one.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves3. It is a feisty start at the Vitality Stadium.Cunha is looking to get involved for the visitors as he wins a free kick for Wolves.It all breaks down and The Cherries are immediately on the front foot.Tavernier has the first shooting chance, but drags his shot wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedBoss looking to top season offBournemouth have been one of the surprise packages in the Premier League this campaign.While they are pushing to qualify for Europe, Andoni Iraola knows what it would mean to their fans to win a trophy.Having seen some big teams exit the competition already, it seems a superb chance for The Cherries to make a rare Wembley appearance.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Dan King at the Vitality StadiumLet’s face it, these two sides are unlikely to have a better shout of winning the FA Cup any time soon than they do now. Liverpool, the only “big” club showing any consistency, are already out because they didn’t take the competition seriously enough in the last round. Bournemouth and Wolves have both made changes, but not so many that you think they fail to appreciate the opportunity they have. Evanilson makes his first start up top for the Cherries since breaking a David Beckham bone in his foot a couple of months ago. Copy linkCopiedVitality Stadium with pick of matchesBoth Bournemouth and Wolves have picked strong sides for this afternoon’s fifth round FA Cup tie.The Cherries will be boosted by the return of their Brazilian striker as they look to book a place in the quarter-finals.While Wolves are primarily focussed on Premier League survival, a cup run can be a catalyst for a change in fortunes and inspire a run of form.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedWolves starting XI:Vitor Pereira picks a strong side as they look to book their place in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.31. Johnstone, 34. Djiga, 4. Bueno, 24. Toti Gomes, 22. Semedo, 8. Joao Gomes, 27. Bellegarde, 3. Ait-Nouri, 21. Sarabia, 10. Cunha, 9. Strand LarsenCredit: @WolvesCopy linkCopiedBournemouth starting XI:The big news for The Cherries is the return of striker Evanilson from injury to start this match.13. Kepa, 4. Cook, 23. Hill, 2. Huijsen, 3. Kerkez, 8. Scott, 12. Adams, 7. Brooks, 16. Tavernier, 24. Semenyo, 9. EvanilsonCredit: @afcbournemouthCopy linkCopiedFT: Crystal Palace 3-1 MillwallThe Eagles book their place in the quarter-finals.It was a game they really controlled from start to finish but the visitors did well to stay competitive after going down to ten men.However, this afternoon will leave a sour taste in the mouths of all at Selhurst Park after seeing Mateta stretchered off and taken to hospital.Copy linkCopiedCherries fancied for cup clashDespite their dip in form lately, Andoni Iraola’s side are the bookies’ favourite to progress this afternoon:Bournemouth – 7/10Draw – 3/1Wolves – 16/5All match odds brought to you by Betway.Copy linkCopied More