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      Newcastle vs Man Utd LIVE SCORE: Garnacho’s composed finish puts United level after Tonali’s sublime opener – updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are trailing Newcastle courtesy of a superb team goal involving Alexander Isak and Sandro Tonali.Isak flicked the ball up in a delightful manner before feeding it through to Tonali.And the Italian midfielder then hit it on the volley, leaving Bayindir with no chance.Live stream: NOW TVTV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier LeagueNewcastle starting XI: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Bruno, Joelinton, Tonali; Barnes, Murphy IsakMan Utd starting XI: Bayindir; Mazraoui, Lindelof, Yoro; Dalot, Ugarte, Eriksen, Amass; Garnacho; Fernandes; ZirkzeeBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from St James’ Park with our live blog below…Newcastle 1-1 Man Utd37. Who saw this one coming?!Copy linkCopiedAgainst the run of play!Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-0 Man Utd35. It’s wave after wave of black and white attacks.Isak dances wide around Bayindir but then almost scoops a chip back in from an impossible angle.Moments later, Burn meets a free-kick with a towering header that drops on to the roof of the goal.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-0 Man Utd33. Newcastle smell blood here.Barnes finds room on the left again, and although Bayindir needlessly pushes out the cross, he redeems himself with a point-blank save to deny Isak on the follow up.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-0 Man Utd31. Harvey Barnes goes on a mazy run down the left, toying with Noussair Mazraoui.The winger eventually tries one step over too many though, and runs it through to Bayindir.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-0 Man Utd29. As it stands, that goal has Newcastle up to fourth and a point behind third-place Nottingham Forest, over who they have a game in hand.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-0 Man Utd27. Newcastle are in the mood now, and so is Sandro Tonali.When nobody comes to close him down, he takes aim from 25 yards and isn’t far off with a shot that ends up crashing into the advertising hoardings.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-0 Man Utd24. Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful!Sandro Tonali is making a habit of scoring astonishing goals, and this is another for the collection.Kieran Trippier pushes a pass into Alexander Isak on the edge of the area, and though his first touch is a little loose, his second is sublime.The striker cushions it over the head of Leny Yoro so that it falls perfectly on to the right foot volley of Tonali on the run.The ball flies past Altay Bayindir, who has no chance in the Manchester United goal, and crashes into the bottom corner to send St James’ Park into a frenzy.Copy linkCopiedWhat a goal!Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd22. Isak goes close with a header!Murphy makes progress on the right and then slips a pass inside to Guimaraes. The Newcastle captain plants his foot on the ball, looks up, and then delivers a pinpoint cross into the area that the Swede glances just wide.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd19. Excellent defending from Trippier, who deals not only with an awkwardly-bouncing ball but the presence of Fernandes.The right-back comes right across to the left to win the header and then cooly knocks possession back to Pope in goal.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd16. Ugarte picks up the game’s first yellow card and he’s not happy with either referee Kavanagh or his own teammate Dalot.It’s Dalot that gets caught in possession, and allows Livramento to steal in down the left.In his desperation to get back, Ugarte slides in on the England international and takes him out, although possibly after getting a foot on the ball.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd15. At the other end, Isak shows off some of his fancy footwork too.The Swedish striker is a joy to watch, but gets his cross wrong here, curling it high, wide and out of play.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd12. Woah! Brilliant football from Manchester United!Fernandes and Eriksen exchange passes, and the Portuguese captain does similar with Zirkzee, who produces a beautiful back-heeled flick.He gets the ball back too, and strikes first time with a side-footed shot that is quickly pushed over the bar by Pope.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd11. A first test for Bayindir, who races off his line to claim a deep free-kick from Trippier.He’s not helped by the positioning of Yoro, and has to leap over his own defender to take the catch.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd9. Zirkzee manages to keep an overhit Dalot cross in play and, in doing so, hooks the ball on to the arm of Murphy from close range.The forward appeals for a penalty, but the referee isn’t interested and those on VAR duty concur.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd7. The visitors opt for a spell of possession among their back three and wing-backs in an attempt to quiet this home crowd down.It doesn’t work.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd5. Ruben Amorim, kitted out in his Manchester United tracksuit, is already out to the touchline and barking orders at his team.Unusually, Jason Tindall is keeping a low profile in the opposite dugout.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-0 Man Utd4. Newcastle keep on coming in the early stages.Fernandes jumps over Zirkzee’s crossfield pass, and that offers the opportunity for the Toon to spring forward.Murphy picks up possession on the run, and unleashes a fizzing low effort from 25 yards that flies just wide of Bayindir’s right-hand post.Copy linkCopiedKick-off – Newcastle v Man Utd1. Chris Kavanagh blows his whistle, and the visitors get the action underway. But despite starting the game, it doesn’t take long for Manchester United to find the ball in the back of their net.Just 48 seconds are on the clock when Joelinton steers in Kieran Trippier’s cross, but the right-back was rightly flagged offside as he delivered into the box.Copy linkCopiedHere come the two teams!The Newcastle United supporters haven’t stopped celebrating since lifting the League Cup last month, and today they pay tribute to Kevin Keegan with a banner at St James’ Park that reads “In ’82 he came to save us. In ’92 he came to entertain us.”Their manager in the modern era – Eddie Howe – is not here today having been admitted to hospital during the week so assistant Jason Tindall takes charge this afternoon.It’s been another awkward week for Ruben Amorim, but he has shown he is not afraid to make big decisions in the Manchester United hot seat.Who will come out on top? It’s time to find out.Copy linkCopiedTeenage kicks for HarryIt’s not that long ago that Harry Amass was working his way through the Watford Academy – but today he starts a Premier League game for Manchester United.In doing so, he – at 18 years and 28 days – will become the fourth youngest player to start a Premier League match for the club behind Mason Greenwood (17y 223d), Federico Macheda (17y 253d) and Phil Neville (18y 21d).Copy linkCopiedAmorim allowing Onana to disconnectManchester United manage Ruben Amorim has made the decision to drop Andre Onana for today’s game at Newcastle, meaning that it will be the first Premier League game the goalkeeper hasn’t featured in since the final day of the 2022-23 season.Taking Onana’s place at St James’ Park is Altay Bayindir, and Amorim has been clear with his pre-match comments that the move is for one game and has been made to give his underfire stopper some head space.It’s a normal thing. Sometimes you have to push the player to play again, and sometimes you have to allow the player to disconnect. He’ll be back in training tomorrow and focused on the next game.Ruben Amorim on Andre OnanaSky SportsCopy linkCopiedAmass appealHarry will make his first Manchester United start against Newcastle.The left-back, 18, made his debut against Leicester last month after coming off the bench.He will now make his first Red Devils start in the trip to Newcastle, with Ruben Amorim shuffling things up.Patrick Dorgu has made way for Amass, who was called up to first-team training for the first time in February 2024.Amass had to remain patient for his debut after being named on the bench on several occasions under Erik ten Hag and Amorim.Copy linkCopiedAndre Onana OUT of the squadRuben Amorim has taken keeper Andre Onana out of the firing line for Manchester United’s trip to Newcastle today.The Cameroon international stayed back in the North West as the squad travelled to Tyneside on Saturday evening.His axing comes after SunSport exclusively revealed some team-mates wanted him AXED after Thursday’s Europa League blunders against Lyon.But he’s been told by the manager he is being rested and will be back in the team for the return leg against the French giants next Thursday.And Onana – who endured a nightmare in the first leg in France last week – is believed to be in agreement with the decision.Copy linkCopied More

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      Who is Man Utd starlet Harry Amass?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED manager Ruben Amorim has given starlet Harry Amass his first Premier League start against Newcastle.The youngster made his debut against Leicester last month after coming off the bench.Harry Amass is making his full debut against NewcastleCredit: GettyAnd he will now get the chance to shine in United’s constantly changing defence.Who is Harry Amass?London-born Amass arrived at Old Trafford on July 1 2023 after starting his career at Watford.He was a regular for United’s Under-18s and Under-21s last season, and was an unused substitute for their Premier League matches against Liverpool and AFC Bournemouth in April 2024.Amass was also named in the Reds’ squad for the FA Cup semi-final win against Coventry at Wembley Stadium.Read more on Manchester UnitedCapped by England at Under-17 level, he was heavily involved in United’s 2024 pre-season friendlies, starting all three matches of their US tour, where he assisted Amad’s goal during a 3-2 win over Real Betis in San Diego.Amass got his first taste of Premier League action two days after his 18th birthday when, on 16 March, he replaced Alejandro Garnacho for the final 20 minutes of United’s 3-0 win at Leicester City.What has Harry Amass said?Speaking after his debut against Leicester, Amass said: “It’s an incredible experience. I’m just proud at the moment and I think my family will be proud of me, everyone watching at home. I’m just grateful for the opportunity and hopefully there’s many more to come.“It all just fell on the right day, with the 18th birthday, so it’s not a bad one, is it?Most read in Football“When I found out I was very excited. I was warming up down there and got the nod and that’s when it was real.” More

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      Chelsea ratings: Sancho shines but Palmer’s poor form continues and Jackson shows why Blues are looking for new strikers

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      JADON SANCHO spared Chelsea’s blushes as Enzo Maresca’s side came from behind to draw.Relegation-threatened Ipswich went 2-0 up after 31 minutes with Chelsea flat throughout the first half.Jadon Sancho spared Chelsea’s blushes with a beautyCredit: GettyCole Palmer was not at the races againCredit: ReutersNicolas Jackson fluffed his lines in front of goalCredit: GettyEnzo Fernandez was a rare bright spark for the BluesCredit: ReutersThey kickstarted into life immediately after the break when Axel Tuanzebe bundled a Noni Madueke cross into the back of his own net under pressure from Marc Cucurella.Chelsea should have already been a goal to the good but Nicolas Jackson fluffed his lines – a familiar tale this season.The Blues were booed off the pitch after their first half display but Sancho redeemed his team-mates after he unleashed a brilliant curling effort into the top corner.Chelsea came into the fixture having won each of their last five Premier League games at Stamford Bridge but failed to build momentum after their midweek win in Warsaw.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCole Palmer delivered another weak performance but Fernandez continued his recent impressive form, while Sancho shined from the bench.A victory would have propelled Chelsea into fourth place, a point ahead of reigning champions Manchester City, but a draw leaves Enzo Maresca’s side in fifth.Here is how SunSport’s Conor Jones rated the Blues display…ROBERT SANCHEZ – 4The keeper had a quiet first half but failed to stop either of the goals and his distribution was poor.Most read in FootballThe Spaniard faced very little in the second half as his side dominated possession and looked much more dangerous.TREVOR CHALOBAH – 4Pushed high to support Madueke and forced a save from Alex Palmer in the first half with a low, driven strike but it was a routine stop.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe defender was at fault for the second goal where he was pulled out of position and failed to win a header over George Hirst, eventually leading to the Enciso cross and Johnson’s header at the back post.Chalobah was then moved into centre half at the break and dealt with Ipswich’s counter-attacks reasonably well, denying Liam Delap a shot on goal shortly after he came on.’I can’t see anything’ – Chelsea fans moan as live TNT Sports coverage of Conference League clash is ruined by smokeTOSIN ADARABIOYO – 5The defender had a quiet game and will be disappointed to have conceded two at home after keeping a clean sheet away at Legia Warsaw.Tosin didn’t offer a threat from set pieces and was part of Chelsea’s worst 45-minute period of the game.Made way for Malo Gusto in the second half, with Trevor Chalobah moving across into centre-half.LEVI COLWILL – 5Started brightly, playing a brilliant pass through the lines from a free-kick which found Enzo Fernandez in the half space.Managed to find himself open in the Ipswich box for a free header which should have found the back of the net but can instead be added to the list of missed chances for the Blues on the day.Chelsea put in a poor display at the back as a group and allowed the visitors to capitalise on their mistakes.Ultimately, the Englishman will be disappointed with his backline’s performance, especially after a clean sheet midweek.MARC CUCURELLA – 6The Spanish full-back was up to his usual tricks on Sunday, rolling in pain to win a free-kick in the first half leading to relentless boos from the travelling support.The Spaniard’s defensive performance didn’t match his theatrics as he was caught on the back foot for the opening goal from Enciso and then beaten at the back post for Johnson’s header and Ipswich’s second.Cucurella came out of the blocks firing in the second half and was in the box to bundle home Madueke’s cross, with the help of Tuanzebe.Overall, he was dangerous and caused Ipswich more problems than most of the Blues’ front line.MOISES CAICEDO – 5Didn’t play noticeably badly but was part of a midfield that was caught out on the break for both goals.Protected his back four with more consistency in the second half but recycled the ball well and regained possession on numerous occasions.Needs to offer more going forward when his side are struggling to create.ENZO FERNANDEZ – 7Enzo was positive and drove the Blues’ attack forward throughout the first half, linking up well with Madueke and pressing eagerly with Palmer.The Argentinian matched his attacking work rate at the back going forward and tried to drive his team up the pitch with every possession.The midfielder was keen to take on shots and when his side were struggling he was the only player who showed signs of turning things around.NONI MADUEKE – 6Madueke was a threat down the right-hand side early on and pressed the Tractor Boys’ back line with enthusiasm but his day was defined by missed chances.An awkward volley nearly crept past Alex Palmer at the near post but Ipswich fans were relieved to see it nestle into the outside netting.The winger failed to convert again in the last ten minutes of the first half after Palmer slid in Cucurella and the Spaniard delivered a dangerous cut back which he spooned into row Z but delivered the assist to kickstart the comeback.COLE PALMER – 4Palmer started quietly but perked up around 15 minutes into the first half when he toyed with the Ipswich backline before combining well with Pedro Neto to fizz a ball across the six-yard line.Yet, the young attacker looked hesitant and lacking in confidence as he failed to show the cut throat decision making and talent we saw in the first half of the season.If the Englishman was hoping this fixture could be the turning point in a run of flat form, he was wrong.PEDRO NETO – 6Found acres of space on the right flank but failed to capitalise despite numerous balls into the box and consistent opportunities to cut in onto his right foot.Came close with a volley from the edge of the area in the second half and picked up his performance in the second half but still lacked the cutting edge.The winger had a half chance to win the game with a difficult volley in the box but could only slice the ball high and wide.NICOLAS JACKSON – 4Jackson showed signs of life but was kept quiet by Dara O’Shea and made a case for his side to start looking at strikers come the summer transfer window.The striker should have scored in the eighth minute of the game after Enzo played a dangerous ball across the box from the right but he could only hit the post.The Senegalese attacker lost the physical battle with Ipswich’s backline and failed to offer a dangerous outlet on the break which was where his side looked most dangerous.SUBSMALO GUSTO – 5Came on to replace Tosin and offer a conventional full-back on the right-hand side which helped the home side’s stability in the second half.Inverted well and helped contain Ipswich counter attacks by recycling the ball around the edge of the area and offered himself on the right flank.JADON SANCHO – 7Came on and scored a wonderful equaliser but didn’t have loads of opportunities to impact the game outside of his goal.Read More on The SunOverall, Maresca couldn’t ask for much more and Sancho rescued a point for his side.CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU – 5Did not make an impact in his few minutes on the pitch. 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      Chelsea vs Ipswich LIVE RESULT: Blues held at the Bridge, Van Dijk puts Liverpool one step closer to title, Spurs lose

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      CHELSEA have been dealt a huge blow to their top-four hunt after being held at the Bridge by relegation-bound Ipswich.Elsewhere, Liverpool are just two wins away from clinching the title after beating West Ham 2-1 at home.And Wolves continued their excellent form after putting FOUR past Tottenham.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from our live blog below…From Graham Hill at Molineux This was such a frustrating game for Ange Postecoglou as a series of defensive mistakes allowed Wolves to record a comprehensive win that all but seals their Premier League status for next season.Djed Spence, Christian Romero and Lucas Bergvall were all at fault as Wolves recorded a commanding fourth successive win.Spurs gave themselves a chance with goals from Mathys Tel and sub Richarlison. But they pressed the self-destruct button time and again.Copy linkCopiedAnd at the bottomThe bottom three remain doomed, it’ll be a matter of time before that is confirmed.West Ham overtaken by Wolves on goal difference in 16th and 17th – and now just two points behind Spurs!Copy linkCopiedHow it leaves thingsA damaging result for Chelsea who do remain fifth but Newcastle have two games in hand and are just a point behind.Liverpool moving 13 points clear and now cruising to title success!Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME! Liverpool 2-1 West HamSome late, late drama but the Reds go 13 points clear thanks to Luis Diaz and Virgil van Dijk goals.They’re so, so close to the title now.Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichThe Blues battle back from two goals down but it’s a really poor performance and result in the chase for the Champions League.Copy linkCopied90+5 – CLOSE! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichWHAT A SAVE FROM PALMER!Enzo Fernandes thrashing the ball towards goal as the ball rolled through to him in the box but his effort from eight yards is kept out by a strong Palmer arm.He went down starfish style to push it behind.Copy linkCopied90+3 – CLOSE! Chelsea 2-2 IpswichPalmer collects the ball on the edge of the box and looks to place it into the bottom corner but his namesake gets down to tip it wide!Chelsea putting on the pressure in the final few minutes!Copy linkCopiedFT: Wolves 4-2 TottenhamAnother defeat for Ange Postecoglou and Spurs.A couple of shockers from his goalkeeper and Romero in there didn’t do much to help things.Wolves moving further away from danger at the bottom!Copy linkCopied90+4 – Liverpool 2-1 West HamCLOSE – OFF THE BAR!Kilman’s delivery from the left is helped towards goal by Fullkrug and it’s beaten Alisson but comes back off the bar!Copy linkCopied90 – Liverpool 2-1 West HamSeven minutes additional time!Copy linkCopied90 – Chelsea 2-2 IpswichSix minutes additional time!Copy linkCopied90 – GOAL!! LIVERPOOL 2-1 West HamWould you believe it!? The soon-to-be champions have won it at the death!And it might well have been his fault for the equaliser but VIRGIL VAN DIJK heads it home!And if you’re Graham Potter you have to be raging with Lucas Paqueta. He once again throws himself to ground under no challenge at all trying to buy a free kick and Andy Madley does well to see through the nonsense and wave play on.From a Liverpool corner, Van Dijk heads home from eight yards out.Copy linkCopied86 – GOAL!! WOLVES 4-2 TottenhamOh Spurs, Spurs, Spurs!!MATHEUS CUNHA with the goal to settle this one again!Copy linkCopied85 – GOAL!! Wolves 3-2 TOTTENHAMSpurs back in it again!RICHARLISON with the goal!Copy linkCopied86 – GOAL!! Liverpool 1-1 WEST HAMIt had been coming and West Ham have their equaliser.It’s an ANDY ROBERTSON own goal!He’s absolutely RAGING with Virgil van Dijk for not clearing it, instead getting in the way to see Robertson help it into his own net.And a minute or so after replacing Mo Salah!Copy linkCopied83 – Chelsea 2-2 IpswichSo, so good from Delap to collect the ball on halfway.He’s toying with the Chelsea defenders as he skips by two of them into the Blues’ half before winning the corner.Copy linkCopied79 – GOAL!! CHELSEA 2-2 IpswichFabulous finish from JADON SANCHO brings Chelsea level!He replaced Noni Madueke to boos from the Chelsea supporters.But in a game of little quality from the home side, this finish was a piece of that.The corner they’d won is taken short and Sancho makes a dart heading towards the corner of the area before opening his body up and bending a terrific strike into the far top corner.The Blues racing to the halfway line, they know a winner is needed!Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at MolineuxSpurs are in a giveaway mood this afternoon – and Postecoglou must be so frustrated.Tottenham had put themselves back in the game after an hour.Sub Lucas Bergvall came on and made an immediate impact, he fed Brennan Johnson on the right and his cross was misjudged by Nelson Semedo – Mathys Tel took advantage to smuggle the ball home at the near post.But, five minutes later, Spurs threw away the advantage with another defensive howler.Ait-Nouri robbed skipper Christian Romero who failed to deal with the situation when he appeared to have it covered. Ait-Nouri then crossed for Strand Larsen and he scored his 12th goal of the season from close range – making it five goals in four games for the Norwegian.Spurs Fact: In Mauricio Pochettino’s best three seasons – 2015-16, 16-17 and 17-18, Spurs lost 17 games, which is currently the same number as this season under Postecoglou. Copy linkCopied77 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichEnzo Fernandez gathers the ball in the centre circle and drives to within 25 yards of goal.His shot is low and on target, but it’s a pretty poor attempt which rolls into Palmer’s arms.Copy linkCopied75 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichPedro Neto had a half volley strike fly wide of goal from the edge of the box.His reaction and that of the supporters suggested it was close.It wasn’t really. A good couple of yards wide anyway.Copy linkCopiedAs it standsLiverpool will be moving 13 points clear at the top of the table.Arsenal have just 18 points more to play for, highlighting the huge task on their hands.It also rules out Nottingham Forest for the title, meaning only Liverpool, Arsenal or Newcastle can win it as things stand.Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresChelsea 1-2 IpswichLiverpool 1-0 West HamWolves 3-1 TottenhamCopy linkCopied73 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichHe’s not 100% fit but Liam Delap has been thrown on for the final 20 minutes to help Ipswich get over the line here.He replaces George Hirst who had a very good afternoon.Copy linkCopied72 – Liverpool 1-0 West HamLiverpool just have to be a bit careful here, West Ham are really pushing for an equaliser.In fact, were it not for the returning Alisson they’d almost certainly have one.The latest save coming from a Kudus attempt from a tight angle. Really good stuff from the stopper.Copy linkCopied68 – Chelsea 1-2 IpswichChelsea subsitution:OFF: MaduekeON: SanchoCopy linkCopied More

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      Chelsea 2 Ipswich 2: Sancho scores stunner to earn draw but first-half horror show deals blow to Champions League hopes

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      JADON SANCHO’S week ended on a high with the goal that spared Chelsea a major embarrassment.The winger was credited with two assists in Thursday’s Conference League win at Legia Warsaw and in his next game Sancho got on the scoresheet for the first time since December.Jadon Sancho scored a stunner as Chelsea came back from 2-0 down to draw with IpswchCredit: ReutersThe result has dealt another blow to Chelsea’s Champions League hopesCredit: ReutersThe Blues struggled to get going at Stamford BridgeCredit: ReutersIpswich were left to rue their missed chance for the winCredit: PAHis stunning curled shot was a high note on a disappointing day for The Blues as they had to come from 2-0 down just to earn a point against a team hurtling towards relegation.On-loan Julio Enciso and Ben Johnson put the visitors ahead and Chelsea were booed off at half time.An own goal by Axel Tuanzebe and Sancho’s sizzler rescued a draw and moved Enzo Maresca’s side up into fifth spot and back into the Champions League places – but the boss will be far from pleased.Although Ipswich keeper Alex Palmer made two brilliant stops in second half in jury time among eight saves, Chelsea were below par again and are making a return to Europe’s big time hard work following last weekend’s goalless stalemate at Brentford.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSancho will be personally pleased given recent question marks over his contribution on loan from Manchester United but as a team, Maresca’s mob is  coming up short in many departments.The game was supposed to be a chance for Ipswich’s 12-goal striker Liam Delap to audition for a job with Chelsea next season as speculation continues that he will be joining The Blues in the summer for £30 million.Injury during training restricted him to the bench but in a way it made Maresca’s need for a striker even more apparent as they wasted a series of chances to take the lead.And more so when Championship-bound Town took both of their first half opportunities to race into a two goal lead that shook Stamford Bridge.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSIt’s not just up front where Chelsea looked suspect either.Town right back Ben Johnson beat Blues left back Marc Cucurella for pace down the wing then squared for Julio Enciso to squeeze in between Levi Colwill and Tosin Adarabioyo to poke the ball in from barely two yards out.’I can’t see anything’ – Chelsea fans moan as live TNT Sports coverage of Conference League clash is ruined by smokeJulio Enciso opened the scoring in the 19th minuteCredit: GettyBen Johnson made it 2-0 before half-timeCredit: PAChelsea got back into the game through Axel Tuanzebe’s own goalCredit: GettyAnd the duo paired up again when Enciso floated a superb back post cross for Johnson to head in unmarked.Nicolas Jackson did hit the woodwork for Chelsea but winger Noni Madueke also scuffed at a clear opportunity to score and Maresca’s side was generally in a muddle for the first half – to the extent that they were soundly booed off at the break.The noise must have rung in the players’ ears because they emerged for the second half transformed.Within 20 seconds of the restart they pulled a goal back when Madueke crossed low and Town defender Axel Tuanzebe was forced into scoring an own goal under pressure.Pedro Neto whistled a shot just over the bar and Conor Townsend did well to block from Chelsea skipper Enzo Fernandez.Just as the momentum seemed to be slipping from Chelsea’s game, Sancho pulled an equaliser out of the bag with a classy curling shot from the left hand corner of the Ipswich box to bury a shot into the opposite top corner.Town keeper Alex Palmer then produced two stunning saves – one from namesake Cole and another from Blues skipper Enzo Fernandez to save a point for his team, even though it will do them little good ahead of their impending relegation.Sancho then came off the bench to lash home a scorcherCredit: ReutersIt sealed a point for Chelsea as they avoided complete embarrassmentCredit: ReutersBut the result didn’t do much for Enzo Maresca’s Champions League hopesCredit: Rex More

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      Liverpool 2 West Ham 1: Dramatic Van Dijk goal means Reds can win title next weekend as Salah breaks Prem record

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      IT’S just as well Mo Salah signed his contract – because you wouldn’t give Liverpool much chance of defending their impending Premier League title without him. Anfield’s Egyptian king, who agreed a new two-year deal on Friday, teed up Luis Diaz for an early strike with his 18th assist of the season.Virgil van Dijk netted a winner in the 90th minuteCredit: APLiverpool can win the league as early as next weekendCredit: RexLuis Diaz scored the opening goal as Arne Slot’s men moved a step closer to the titleCredit: AFPSalah put it on a plate for Diaz to score from close rangeCredit: ReutersBut this was another unconvincing display from Arne Slot’s champions-elect as Virgil Van Dijk’s 90th-minute header earned an undeserved win over struggling West Ham. Skipper Van Dijk had been the villain just three minutes earlier when he was involved in a horrible mix-up with Andy Robertson, whose own goal equalised for Graham Potter’s side. Liverpool now need only six points to make certain of their record-equalling 20th English top-flight title – and could be crowned as early as next Sunday, when they visit Leicester. But had second-placed Arsenal not given up the ghost, we might easily have had a proper title race.  READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSalah, who now has 45 goals and assists this season, broke a record for most goal contributors in a 38-game Premier League season.Again, he was the shining light in a Liverpool side who will not go down as one of the Prem’s great champions. He handed West Ham’s 19-year-old left-back Ollie Scarles a serious lesson in the first half.But while Potter’s Hammers slid into the bottom four as they extended their winless run to five matches, they were easily the better side after the interval. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKDespite last week’s defeat at Fulham, all was looking positive for Slot.The announcement of Salah’s new contract, followed by Arsenal’s latest slip-up at home to Brentford, meant any shadows of doubt about the destination of the title had been swept away.Peter Crouch reveals wife Abbey Clancy mistook Liverpool star for another woman Still, Slot welcomed back keeper Alisson after concussion and made two changes at full-back after that capitulation at Craven Cottage. After a minute’s silence to commemorate Tuesday’s 35th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster, they were singing Salah’s name with gusto. Potter had resisted the temptation to start Niclas Fullkrug after the centre-forward’s goal in last weekend’s draw against Bournemouth. The lowly bubble-blowers had won just two of their last ten matches and travelled with little expectation – especially as Liverpool had already rattled up ten goals against them in two previous meetings this season. Early on, Diaz had a shot pushed out by Alphonse Areola and Conor Bradley’s effort was deflected narrowly wide.  Ref Andy Madley was floored by a slipping Lucas Paqueta – and what are the odds on that? – before Salah truly got to work.  First, the Egyptian beautifully controlled a long, lofted pass from Ibrahima Konate, cut inside Scarles but shot wide of the far post. Next, Salah’s turn bewildered Scarles again and his low curving centre allowed Diaz to slot past Areola.   West Ham had offered nothing going forward but then they suddenly struck the woodwork. Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s pass fed Carlos Soler, forcing Alisson off his line to block, then Mohammed Kudus sent in a curling effort from an angle, which was tipped on to the bar by Liverpool’s keeper. Salah, teasing Scarles once more, teed up Mac Allister for a shot Areola saved with his feet. But Potter’s men finished the first half with a flourish.Kudus, their most serious threat, hammered a long-range shot into the stanchion, then Konstantinos Marvopanos sent a free header over the bar from a James Ward-Prowse corner. But straight from the restart, Liverpool were back on the front foot.Kostas Tsimikas was brought down by Jean-Clair Todibo on the edge of the box and Mac Allister’s curling free-kick crashed against the bar.Mac Allister then had a cross-shot tipped over by Areola and from the resulting corner, Ward-Prowse was lucky to escape without conceding a penalty for handball.Scarles was withdrawn in the 57th minute, after a significant life lesson from Salah, before Cody Gakpo and Robertson arrived for Liverpool. But Liverpool were struggling to finish off West Ham and a Virgil Van Dijk error allowed Jarrod Bowen to cut back for Soler to balloon his shot over.Then Paqueta’s through-ball released Bowen, with Alisson rushing out to block, before the Brazilian was forced to touch away an angled drive from Kudus.Read More on The SunAnd four minutes from time, West Ham thought they earned the point they deserved when Wan-Bissaka sent over a low centre, with Van Dijk and Robertson going for the same ball – the Dutchman’s attempted clearance cannoning in off the Scotsman. Diaz had a shot deflected onto the bar by Wan-Bissaka and then Van Dijk powered home a header from Mac Allister’s corner to clinch the three points – although there was still time for sub Fullkrug to head against the post.Andy Robertson turned the ball into his own net after much West Ham pressureCredit: APThe Hammers were unlucky not to come away with a pointCredit: Reuters More

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      Wolves 4 Tottenham 2: Shambolic Spurs score comedy own goal in bonkers six-goal thriller to leave Postecoglou on brink

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      ANGE Postecoglou had more worrying leaks to deal with at Molineux – but these were out in the open and plain for all to see.Tottenham’s defence were caught red-handed giving goals away – and the look on the Spurs boss’ face said it all.Wolves put Spurs to the sword in a devasting display at MolineuxCredit: GettyRayan Ait-Nouri hammered in the opener after just two minutesCredit: GettyDjed Spence put through his own goal just before half timeCredit: AFPSpurs boss Postecoglou cut a frustrated figure on the touchlineCredit: AFPAhead of the game, Postecoglou revealed there was a mole in the camp, leaking crucial information to the opposition.But Wolves did not look like a side that needed a top-secret dossier to expose Tottenham’s weaknesses.Even when Spurs threatened to claw their way back into the game, they pressed the self-destruct button time and again with a series of howlers at the back.Djed Spence, Christian Romero and Lucas Bergvall will not want to see this match back again in a hurry – while keeper Vicario did little to inspire confidence.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe result all but keeps Vitor Pereira’s side in the Premier League for next season after a fourth successive win.That is a feat Wolves have not achieved in the top flight since 1972 – when the likes of John Richards and Derek Dougan were the Molineux heroes.These days it is players like Jorgen Strand Larsen and Matheus Cunha whose names the fans are singing.It was a day when Postecoglou wanted goals, not moles.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut that went out of the window less than 90 seconds into the game.Rayan Ait-Nouri fired Wolves ahead from the edge of the area after keeper Vicario punched clear from Jean Bellegarde’s free-kick.Tottenham fan brings along his puppet to watch the match Vicario claimed he had been impeded and a VAR check for offside said the goal stood.But a lengthy check angered Wolves fans who chanted “F*** VAR and “Boring”.That was something both Postecoglou and Molineux faithful could both agree on.But Wolves supporters soon switched their attention to the Aussie boss with chants of “You’re getting sacked in the morning”.Spurs settled after the early goal and Yves Bissouma’s shot forced Wolves keeper Jose Sa into a superb save.But a goal of pure farce extended Wolves’ lead.Mathys Tel got Spurs back in the game just after the break, hammering in from close rangeCredit: AlamyBut Jorgen Strand Larsen netted a third to put Wolves in controlCredit: AFPStrand Larsen tried to get on to the end of Marshall Munetsi’s header but it bounced through for Vicario who pushed the ball out – only to see it bounce off Spence and creep over the line.Postecoglou had shuffled his pack for the game with Thursday’s Europa League second leg tie at Eintracht Frankfurt in mind.And he re-organised the troops 10 minutes into the second half. Sub Bergvall came on and made a swift impact, feeding Brennan Johnson on the right.His cross was misjudged by Nelson Semedo and Mathys Tel smuggled the ball home at the near post.So now Tottenham had something to cling on to. Or did they?Five minutes later, they shot themselves in the foot again.Ait-Nouri robbed Romero who failed to deal with situation when he appeared to have it covered. The Algerian’s cross found Strand Larsen and he scored his 12th goal of the season from close range.Richarlison gave Tottenham hope of a late fightbackCredit: AFPMatheus Cunha put the game to bed with minutes remainingCredit: GettyThat was also his fifth in four games and the Norwegian has played a huge part in Wolves’ revival.The same scenario played out again in the final minutes.Spurs gave themselves another chance to take something from the game. Romero headed on to the bar and sub Richarlison bundled the ball in from close range.Could this mean a grandstand finish? Not a bit of it.This time it was Bergvall’s turn to dish out gifts as he lost the ball in midfield and sub Cunha raced clear to make it four with his 16th goal of the season.Wolves have now won four straight in the Prem to ease any relegation fearsCredit: AFPCunha had caused some controversy before the game with a series of online exchanges with Wolves fans over the player’s future.But all seemed forgiven as the Brazilian said sorry to supporters and made a heart-shaped gesture.Read More on The SunPostecoglou’s frustration was massive but the stats do not lie.In Mauricio Pochettino’s best three seasons – 2015-16, 16-17 and 17-18, Spurs lost 17 games, which is the same number as this season under Postecoglou. More

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      Former Premier League star, 39, sent off after 55 seconds for headbutting rival’s BACK in EFL clash

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      FORMER Premier League striker Billy Sharp has seen red after landing a headbutt on an opponent’s BACK – less than a minute after coming on.The former Sheffield United and Leeds striker currently plays for League Two side Doncaster Rovers.Billy Sharp was sent off just seconds into his cameo against Wimbledon on SaturdayCredit: Sky SportsThe former Sheffield United striker had only just come off the benchCredit: Sky SportsHe was involved in a confrontation with Dons’ defender Joe LewisCredit: Sky SportsSharp appeared to headbutt Lewis in the backCredit: X formerly TwitterSharp, 39, came on as a second-half substitute on Saturday as Rovers took on fellow promotion chasers AFC Wimbledon. Doncaster were looking for an equaliser after an early strike from Dons star Alistair Smith.But Sharp provided the opposite impact to the one envisaged by boss Grant McCann.Just 55 seconds after coming on, the striker got involved in a confrontation with Dons defender Joe Lewis.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSharp was spotted slamming his head into Lewis’ back before giving him a shove.Referee Neil Hair wasted no time in sending the 39-year-old for an early bath.One fan gasped in response to the footage: “League 2 Zidane!”Another said: “He should know better absolutely idiotic behaviour from Billy.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKWhile a third added: “I suppose it’s a red going by the rules. It’s really stupid from Sharp as he’d literally just come on the pitch.”And a fourth joked: “Still be some idiots saying he didn’t do anything.”Championship club could be left without a stadium as EFL deadline loomsDoncaster’s draw saw them miss out on a huge opportunity to reel in Bradford, who were top before Saturday’s games. The Bantams somehow managed to lose a thriller 5-4 against Swindon, netting an own goal deep into stoppage time. Just five points separate the top four in League Two.Doncaster have a game in hand over Walsall, Bradford and leaders Port Vale.Three points in that game would see them jump into second place. Sharp is enjoying a second spell with the club after two prolific seasons between 2010 and 2012.He re-joined last summer and so far has netted eight goals in 41 games. More