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      Man Utd vs Liverpool: Erik ten Hag’s side host fierce rivals in huge FA Cup quarter-final clash – stream, TV, team news

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will host fierce rivals Liverpool in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup on Sunday afternoon.One of England’s biggest rivalries will take place in the last 8 of this season’s FA Cup as Man Utd and Liverpool clash once again.Liverpool were left frustrated as they were held to a draw at Anfield the last time the two teams faced offCredit: AFPSunday will be 213rd meeting between the two sides and the second this season as they played to a 0-0 stalemate at Anfield back in December 2023.Virgil van Dijk voiced his frustrations at Erik ten Hag’s tactics to Sky after the match, as he stated: “There was only one team trying to win the game but unfortunately it did not happen.”Jurgen Klopp’s side go into the cup tie on good form, undefeated in their last 8 matches and claiming the Carabao Cup in the process.The importance of this cup tie has been stressed by midfielder star Dominik Szoboszlai, as he claimed he wants to win the quadruple with the Reds in his first season at the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “We won already one and we have three more left. Me, personally, I want to win all four, but we have to look game by game.”However, they face a Red Devils side who have been through a turbulent patch in the Premier League collecting nine points from the last 15 available.Man Utd legends, Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand suggest that the noise level of the crowd will have an impact on the result of the cup clash.Ferdinand said “The fans have a huge role to play, It gives you energy, energy, energy. You feel that you can go the extra yard.”Most read in FA CupRooney added: “Sometimes it is not all about entertaining football, it is about the fans seeing that you are willing to run and work hard for the team.”Team newsSummer signing Mason Mount could return for the Red Devils as he is back in full training ahead of the FA Cup clash.Arron Wan-Bissaka hasn’t featured since Man Utd’s 2-2 draw against Tottenham in January but could also be back in the side after returning to training this week as well.Mason Mount was pictured next to Diogo Dalot (Left) and Antony (Right) as he returns to full trainingCredit: GettyIt remains unclear whether star striker, Rasmus Hojlund will be fit in time to return to the team after his good scoring form was halted by a muscle injury.Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are all still unavaible through injury.Liverpool continue to have a lengthy injury list as Joel Matip, Alisson, Diogo Jota, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Curtis Jones, Ryan Gravenberch, Stefan Bajcetic and Thiago are all unavailable.Ryan Gravenberch stretchered off after suffering ankle ligament damage from a challenge from Chelsea’s Moises CaicedoCredit: EPAHowever, legendary winger Mohamed Salah was welcomed back to to first team action against Manchester City last Sunday after missing the previous two games with a muscle problem.Klopp also confirmed Ibrahima Konate has a “good chance” of returning from injury and being involved in the fixture against their bitter rivals.When is Man Utd vs Liverpool?
      The match will take place on Sunday, March 17.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 3:30pm GMT.
      Old Trafford will play host to the derby.
      What TV channel is Man Utd vs Liverpool on and can it be live streamed FREE?
      Man Utd vs Liverpool will be broadcast on ITV1 for UK viewers.
      Coverage begins from 2:45pm GMT.
      You can live stream the match for FREE via the ITVX app/website.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog.
      Who will be the star players?Bruno Fernandes scored a penalty last weekend for Ten Hag’s side as they brushed away Everton at Old Trafford.He has three goal contributions in three games so far for Manchester United in their current FA Cup campaign.The Portuguese has recently been offered praise by his midfield teammate, Casemiro, as he said: “One of the sharpest players towards goal I’ve played with in my career.”Liverpool fan favourite Darwin Nunez can be expected to have an impact for the Reds this Sunday.The Uruguayan forward has the second most goal contributions for his side this season with 28.He has also scored two goals in the two matches played against Man Utd.Klopp stressed the threat Nunez can pose to the opposition, even when he does not put the ball in the net himself.The German said: “Even when he’s not scoring, he for us is incredibly important as he is a constant threat and gives us spaces in areas and options.”What are the odds?Match resultREAD MORE SUN STORIES
      Man Utd – 14/5
      Draw – 14/5
      Liverpool – 17/20
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      Under-pressure Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag stocks up on loo roll ahead of huge Liverpool clash

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      ERIK TEN HAG has been spotted stocking up on loo roll ahead of a huge clash against Liverpool.The under-pressure Manchester United manager will look to keep his hopes of winning a trophy this season alive.Erik ten Hag was spotted with toilet roll whilst out shoppingCredit: SplashThe Manchester United boss was seen ahead of Sunday’s FA Cup clash with LiverpoolCredit: SplashUnited welcome Liverpool to Old Trafford on Sunday for an FA Cup quarter-final tie.The competition represents the Red Devils’ final chance of silverware this term.Ahead of the match, Ten Hag has been pictured out shopping this week.He was pictured holding toilet roll under arm whilst carrying a bag of shopping.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSIt comes after his players were seen heading for a team-bonding dinner ahead of the clash with Liverpool.Ten Hag goes into the match with his future at United still in doubt.His side are at risk of not qualifying for next season’s Champions League after their early exit this term.The Red Devils are currently eight points off the top four in sixth place.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Meanwhile, they are also six adrift of fifth place Tottenham and a potential additional Champions League berth.Despite his struggles this season, Ten Hag could still keep his place in the United dugout.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?Due to fears surrounding FFP, the club may be forced not to sack him, which would cost around £10million. More

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      Score Predictor tips for Matchweek 31: £500 Amazon voucher up for grabs amid FA Cup and Premier League action

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      MATCHWEEK 31 challenges Score Predictor users to guesstimate a mixture of Premier League and FA Cup fixtures.This slight tweak makes things interesting but the format remains the same.Whomever gets closest to correctly predicting the five outcomes will win a £500 Amazon gift card by Sunday night – the top prize must be won be somebody.PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR AHEAD OF THIS WEEKEND’S ACTION – SOMEBODY MUST WIN £500 AMAZON GIFT CARD!Spurs swaggered to an impressive win last weekendCredit: GettyScore Predictor is completely free to play and it takes just seconds to enter five predictions.Fulham v TottenhamSpurs produced a statement performance at Villa Park last weekend and if Son Heung-min and company are able to replicate the same free-flowing attacking football at Craven Cottage then the hosts will find their opponents difficult to resist.Arsenal are the only team to have scored more league goals away from home than Ange Postecoglou’s outfit this season.The Cottagers are a well-coached side sitting comfortably in mid-table but defeat to Wolves last time out makes them underdogs for Saturday’s London derby.Spurs have won eight of the last nine league meetings with Fulham.Our Prediction: 2-1 to TottenhamManchester City v NewcastleAnother FA Cup for the collection?Credit: GettyWith an international break to follow, both sides are expected to name strong starting line-ups in this FA Cup quarter-final.Newcastle have slipped to tenth in the league and the fact they’ve conceded 16 goals in their last seven games suggests their defence is not suitably prepared for an Etihad onslaught.Pep Guardiola’s side are undefeated on home soil in 2023/24 and with the league far from a certainty, the decorated tactician will surely be keen to retain the FA Cup.The Magpies have had their moments against City in recent meetings but this one feels like an ill-timed match-up for them.Our Prediction: 3-1 to Manchester CityChelsea v LeicesterA man in formCredit: PALeicester are about as strong as second-tier teams comes but they’ve wobbled in the last month and suddenly their return to the top flight no longer seems a forgone conclusion.The King Power faithful probably wouldn’t be all that heartbroken if their side were eliminated from the FA Cup, allowing sole focus on their quest for promotion.Conversely, Chelsea should prioritise the competition as their league ambitions are severely limited at this stage.The hosts’ only defeat in their last seven games came against Liverpool (in extra time) in the Carabao Cup final.The Blues’ defence remains vulnerable but they have looked more potent in attack lately, led by the excellent Cole Palmer.Our Prediction: 2-1 to ChelseaWest Ham v Aston VillaThe Hammers only mustered a draw at home to BurnleyCredit: GettyTwo teams coming off the back of disappointing results last time out – the Hammers only drew at home to Burnley while the Villains were thoroughly outplayed by Spurs.Both sides will also have played in Europe on Thursday night so it’s not all that easy to get a read on this match-up at the time of writing.That being said, Villa’s away form has improved steadily as the season has progressed – only the three title contenders have earned more points on the road – while West Ham’s home record is merely average.David Moyes’ side have looked much better since Lucas Paqueta was reunited with Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen in the front three but it’s hard to ignore the cracks in their midfield and defence.Both teams to score feels like a good starting point.Our Prediction: 3-2 to Aston VillaManchester United v LiverpoolWill Mohamed Salah be unleashed from the get-go at Old Trafford?Credit: AlamyA classic fixture to complete the weekend.Jurgen Klopp may choose to rest key players against Sparta Prague this evening having won the first leg 5-1 and so the Red Devils should expect a strong line-up from their rivals at Old Trafford.Erik ten Hag’s side beat Everton last time out but they conceded plenty of shots once again; a similarly porous defensive display this weekend would surely be punished by Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez and friends.Man United held firm at Anfield for a 0-0 back in October but the previous meeting between these two sides ended 7-0 to the Merseysiders.The hosts are missing important players in defence and it’s hard to envisage them resisting Liverpool’s relentless “heavy metal football” if the visitors are able to build momentum.Our Prediction: 3-1 to LiverpoolShow us how it’s done by submitting your own predictions before Saturday’s deadline!talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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      Major shake-up to FA Cup coming NEXT SEASON in almighty blow to lower-league clubs

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      FA CUP replays will be scrapped from the third round onwards in new plans drawn up by the FA, according to reports.It is a big blow for lower league clubs and the move will likely be met with opposition from the EFL.FA Cup replays could be scrapped from the third round onwardsCredit: PAReplays from the fifth round onwards were scrapped in the 2018-19 season, meaning lower league clubs only have a chance to profit in rounds three and four.Televised third and fourth-round replays are worth £40,000 and £55,000 respectively, with clubs splitting gate receipts equally.It comes after ten top-flight clubs rejected the Premier League’s proposal to introduce a £900million package to be filtered down the leagues with the aim of easing financial pressures.The EFL are expected to respond to the knock-backs by withdrawing their offer to scrap two-legged Carabao Cup semi-finals from next season.Negotiations have broken down with the Premier League keen to address concerns about fixture scheduling.The FA also need to consider when replays would be held as there will be fewer mid-week slot available following the expansion of the Champions League.Uefa’s Premier competition will be extended to 36 teams from 32 for the 2024-25 season.But instead of eight groups of four clubs in the initial phase, there will be a new “league” format.Most read in FA CupCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Each club will play eight matches in the opening phase – against seeded opposition, in a system designed to ensure that teams play opponents of similar difficulty.The format will be mirrored across all three European competitions, except for six matches instead of eight in the Conference League.Eight of the greatest players to never win the Ballon d’Or despite their incredible careersThe top eight teams in the “final” table will automatically go through to the last 16, where they will be joined by the eight play-off winners of ties between the sides placed ninth to 24th in the table.Despite there being just eight matches in the opening phase, European matches will be spread over 10 midweek slots. More

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      Transfer recommendations ahead of Gameweek 28 – Mohamed Salah, Spurs stars and other options

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      GAMEWEEK 28 marks an intriguing juncture in the Dream Team calendar.A mix of FA Cup games, Premier League fixtures and a handful of blanks means gaffers will have to think carefully about their transfers.Dream Team bosses should also have one eye on Gameweek 29 with every team set to play twice in quick succession after the international break.Enough preamble, let’s run through some transfer recommendations.PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR AHEAD OF THIS WEEKEND’S ACTION – SOMEBODY MUST WIN £500 AMAZON GIFT CARD!A must-have asset when fit?Credit: Dream TeamMohamed Salah (£6.5m)The Egyptian superstar has been eased back in since recovering from injury and he may not play the full 90 minutes against Manchester United in the FA Cup this weekend but he’s likely to feature in some capacity.The Red Devils beat Everton last time out but they once again allowed their opponents plenty of chances and a similar performance against Jurgen Klopp’s free-wheeling attack could get messy.Salah is essentially a must-have asset when fit and gaffers who resist recruiting him this week will sure have to give into temptation ahead of Liverpool’s double header against Brighton and Sheffield United (both at home) in Gameweek 29.The 31-year-old has registered 29 goal involvements in 30 games this season – enough said.Most read in Dream TeamSimilarly, Darwin Nunez (£4.8m) owners will be hopeful of bumper returns in the coming weeks.Son Heung-min (£4.6m)Spurs stars should be popular ahead of Gameweek 28Credit: GettyTottenham haven’t played all that many fixtures recently but the schedule has now turned in their favour.They travel to Fulham this weekend having beaten Aston Villa 4-0 on the road last time out before a a relatively favourable double header of Luton and West Ham in Gameweek 29.A home fixture against 17th-placed Nottingham Forest in Gameweek 30 means the next month looks rather appealing for Ange Postecoglou’s troops.Spurs’ skipper is therefore ultra viable, not least because he bagged 16 points against the Villains via two assists and a goal.Few players are able to keep pace with Son in the league this season – he’s scored 14 goals and provided eight assists.That boils down further to a goal involvement every 90.8 minutes in the top flight!While we’re on the subject of Spurs stars, Pedro Porro (£3.6m) is worthy of a mention ahead of Gameweek 28.The Spanish right-back is one of the most attack-minded defenders in the game, as evidenced by his tally of eight assists, and he also gets through plenty of tackles.The most eye-catching stat relating to Porro is his mighty average of 6.4 points-per-game – the highest rate among assets in his position at the time of writing.We might as well shout out James Maddison (£4m) while we’re at it.The creative playmaker averages 7.2 points-per-game this season and is therefore a decent option for a friendly run of fixtures.Cole Palmer (£4.4m)13 goals and 13 assists in 2023/24Credit: GettyChelsea’s golden boy is the most-popular recruit ahead of Saturday’s deadline as it stands and it’s easy to see why.His latest impressive showing featured a goal and an assist as he took Newcastle for 12 points on Monday night.Palmer now has 26 goal involvements to his name since his transfer to Stamford Bridge – undoubtedly one of the best signings this season.Maurico Pochettino’s side have the luxury of three consecutive home games up next, starting with an FA Cup meeting with Leicester.Championship sides don’t come much stronger than the Foxes but their form has fallen away of late and one suspects they wouldn’t be all that heartbroken to be eliminated from the cup as they’re primarily focused on automatic promotion back to the Premier League.Chelsea will then ease back into the swing of things after the international break with a game against relegation-bound Burnley.Palmer will be licking his lips on current form.Rayan Ait-Nouri (£2.6m)An outside-the-box optionCredit: GettyA differential wildcard to finish.Many gaffers won’t be aware that the Wolves defender is now operating in a hybrid role, as is the fashion these days.As a result, he spends a lot of time in midfield areas and his chance creation numbers have steadily increased.He scored against Fulham in his most recent outing to register 31 points across the last three Gameweeks – he’s among the most in-form defenders in the game right now.READ MORE SUN STORIESAit-Nouri currently features in 0.3% of teams and he’s arguably got the most-favourable fixture in Gameweek 29 with Gary O’Neil’s side set to host Coventry in the FA Cup.Lock in your transfers before Saturday’s 11:15am deadline!talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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      Graeme Souness lands shock return to punditry after Sky Sports exit with Liverpool legend back on air this weekend

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      GRAEME SOUNESS is in line for a shock return to punditry this weekend.The Liverpool legend, 70, left Sky Sports last year after working with the broadcaster for 15 years.Souness will be returning as a pundit on ITVCredit: ITVAnd now he is set to return to viewers’ screens with ITV.The former midfielder will be offering his insights on Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United in the quarter-final of the FA Cup.He will be alongside Roy Keane, his former sparring partner at Sky Sports.The two memorably clashed at the 2022 Qatar World Cup over Argentina’s 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in their opening group stage game, which was also broadcast by ITV.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey disagreed over whether a penalty should have been awarded in the match with Souness saying it was “fact” and not a matter of “opinion” as to whether it should have been given.An angry Keane replied: “Well I’m here to give my opinion – that’s not a penalty.”The stakes will no doubt be raised due to Keane being a former Manchester United captain and Souness being ex-Liverpool skipper.The Scot has never formally retired from punditry and declared himself “still very much open for business” after he left Sky.Most read in FA CupCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL He most recently appeared on viewers’ screens for England’s clash with Scotland at Hampden Park last year, which England won 3-1.The fixture was played to mark the 150th anniversary of the first international fixture.Graeme Souness fights back tears as he announces emotional retirement on Sky Sports after 15 yearsIan Wright will also be part of the line-up, with Mark Pougatch presenting the action. More

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      Footie chiefs forced to draw up emergency plans for FA Cup final in case Leicester or Coventry reach Wembley showpiece

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      FOOTBALL chiefs have been forced to draw up emergency plans for the FA Cup final due to two Championship teams reaching the quarter-finals.The final of the FA Cup is set to be played on Saturday May 25 with the Championship play-off final coming a day later.Leicester’s and Coventry’s FA Cup runs could see the Championship play-off final movedCredit: APWith both Leicester and Coventry still in the FA Cup, they would in theory face the prospect of playing two finals in the space of 24 hours at Wembley – which would be impossible.Leicester are currently top in the Championship, but only four points ahead of Ipswich who are in a play-off spot – meaning it’s entirely possible they finish in a play-off position.They play Chelsea in the FA Cup this weekend and will fancy their chances of an upset given the Blues’ recent form.Likewise, Coventry are eighth in the Championship but are just one point off sixth placed Norwich.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey take on Wolves in the FA Cup on Saturday with a place in the semi-final up for grabs.The Mirror report that football chiefs are considering a date switch for the play-off final as a result of both Coventry and Leicester’s Cup runs.The play-off final is regarded as one of the most important games in the football calendar and is referred to as the £100million game.Bosses would therefore be reluctant to move the game but it could become a necessity.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Extra dates at Wembley have been pencilled-in should Leicester or Coventry go all the way.Complicating things is the fact that the national stadium will be hosting the Champions League final on Saturday June 1.Part of the requirements for hosting a Champions League final sees a stadium effectively handed over to UEFA in the days before and after the final.Will Pugh and Rob Maul discuss Arsenal, Man City and Liverpool’s chances in the Premier League title raceThis has already seen the England national team be forced to move one of their Euro 2024 warm-up friendlies from Wembley.Their game against Bosnia and Herzegovina had been scheduled to take place in the North-West London venue on June 3 but will now be played at St James’ Park. More

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      Jimmy Husband dead at 76: Everton legend who won First Division and guided Toffees to FA Cup final dies after illness

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      EVERTON legend Jimmy Husband has died at the age of 76.The club announced the death of Husband in a heartfelt tribute on their website.Everton have paid tribute to Jimmy Husband, who has died at the age of 76Credit: GettyHusband won the title with Everton in 1970Credit: Times Newspapers LtdA statement on their website said: “Everton Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 1969/70 League Championship winner Jimmy Husband.”Jimmy, 76, died peacefully on Saturday following a short illness.”Born in October 1947, Husband won the First Division title with the Toffees in 1970. He starred at Goodison Park between 1963 and 1973, scoring 55 goals in 199 appearances for the first team.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis career path had seen him star for a number of top clubs academy sides, including Aston Villa, Leeds, Sunderland, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Burnley and Everton where he turned professional.In 1968, Husband was instrumental as Everton reached the FA Cup final, scoring twice in the quarter-final against Leiceste.But a bad miss in the final against West Brom would prove pivotal as the Baggies won the game 1-0.Two years later the winger was a key man in Harry Catterick’s team who stormed to the First Division crown, though an injury prevented him from playing in the run-in.Most read in FootballHis absence in the second leg of Everton’s European Cup quarter-final against Panathinaikos in 1971 after being injured early in the second leg was also cited as a big part of the teams elimination.Husband left Everton for Luton in 1973, helping the Hatters to promotion in the 1973/74 season.He played 162 games for the Kenilworth Road outfit, scoring 48 goals.His football career in England would end in 1978, before he headed to the United States and featured for Memhis Rogues, indoor team Cleveland Force and Oklahoma City Slickers.Husband played for England Under 23s but never made an appearance for the senior team, partly due to Sir Alf Ramsey’s reluctance to use wingers.After retiring Husband was a regular sight at the Everton Former Players Foundation Christmas Lunch and was a special guest in 2020 when John Hurst was presented with the Dixie Dean award.Everton concluded: “The thoughts of everyone associated with the Club are with Jimmy’s family at this sad time.” More