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      Man City 2 Leicester 0: Grealish scores first league goal since 2023 to fire hosts into top 4 with Foxes doomed to drop

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      WHEN Pep Guardiola was wondering where the goals would come from in Erling Haaland’s absence, it’s fair to assume he wouldn’t have thought of Jack Grealish.After all before last night, the £100 million man had not found the net in the Premier League since December 2023.Jack Grealish netted his first Prem goal since 2023 as Man City beat Leicester 2-0Credit: RexOmar Marmoush also netted as he continued his fine formCredit: RexHe has found games hard to come by, struggling for form and fitness since helping Manchester City to the treble almost two years ago.But he was handed a rare vote of confidence with just a seventh Prem start of the season – as Guardiola looked to find a way to win against Leicester without the crocked 30 goal forward Haaland.And within two minutes, he repaid him.Thousands of City fans stuck to their plan to stay in the concourses until the ninth minute of the game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis was in protest at the way the club is treating it’s hardcore support – but in particular the link-up  with another third-party ticket company this week – the ninth one currently involved.The large number of empty blue seats were an eye-catching way to make a point but unfortunately for those involved they missed something of a collector’s item within the first two minutes.Grealish remains a popular figure with the Etihad faithful despite a frustrating couple of years.So the fans who were in their seats were thrilled when he got on the end of Savinho’s pull-back to sweep home from 12 yards.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAmong those in the stands was Guardiola, who was serving a touchline ban following his yellow card at Bournemouth at the weekend.He had given his record signing a much-needed boost by picking him in a central role ahead of Kevin De Bruyne and Phil Foden – and it had paid off.How Pep broke Iraola’s high press with genius midfield diamond masterclassBut for those in the visitors end, it was a painfully familiar tale.  This was the 25th time the Foxes have conceded the first goal in 30 Prem matches this season.That is a new record in the competition –  with eight games still to play.Ruud van Nistelrooy’s men keep making life difficult for themselves and even against a below par City team it always felt like a long way back.Even so they came within a whisker of equalising when Bilal El Khannouss curled a shot that beat Ederson but curled just wide of the post.Grealish opened the scoring after just two minutesCredit: RexThe ace was delighted to break his duckCredit: ReutersAnd just before the half hour mark, they went further behind and it was completely of their own making.Ruben Dias chipped a hopeful ball forward which bounced awkwardly in front of Hermansen.In fairness his defender Wout Faes did him no favours as he thought about clearing it but even so the Danish keeper should have held on to it.Instead he spilled it at the feet of Marmoush who thumped his shot in off the underside of the bar.Marmoush doubled City’s lead on the half hour markCredit: GettyThe Egyptian showed he can fill in up top for the injured Erling HaalandCredit: AlamyThat’s 39 goal contributions for the Egyptian in 38 appearances for City and former club Eintracht Frankfurt this season.Not a bad option to step in when you lose your main man.The £64million man could have added another when he turned on to Savinho’s cross but saw his effort blocked by Faes.And Hermansen partly made amends for his earlier clanger by smartly tipping over a rising effort from Savinho.Pep Guardiola watched the game from the crowdCredit: EPAJuanma Lillo filled in on the sidelineCredit: GettyGuardiola spent the game sat with a tech expert in the stands to ensure all his messages to his assistant Juanma Lillo were getting through.He was probably telling him to go for a third goal to put the game to bed so he could turn his thoughts to Sunday’s derby at Old Trafford.That will surely be a sterner test than the team managed by former Red Devils hero Van Nistelrooy.Yet for all City’s possession they struggled to find a way through with Marmoush firing one effort high over the bar when you would have expected him to hit the target.Things are looking bleak for Ruud van NistelrooyCredit: RexLeicester are now almost certain to go downCredit: GettyLeicester’s skipper Jamie Vardy had gone off at half-time and there was little threat from the visitors – with or without the veteran striker.  With the minutes ticking by and his team not needing to get out of second gear, Guardiola sent a message down to throw on his Norwegian forward.Although it wasn’t you know who.Oscar Bobb was expected to be a shining light for City this year after shining on the pr-season tour of America but broke his leg in training in August.He has had to be patient in his comeback but was given a few mintues as a replacement for Savinho at the end and was given a rapturous welcome back by the fans.Read More on The SunBobb could be a useful addition as City look to nail down that Champions League place and also go for glory in the FA Cup.Who needs Haaland anyway? 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      Premier League has NOT approved Chelsea’s controversial sale of women’s team to itself

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      CHELSEA’S controversial sale of the club’s women’s team to its parent company has YET to be passed by Prem legal chiefs.In their 2023-24 accounts, partially disclosed on Monday, the Stamford Bridge club disclosed it had raised £198m from the “repositioning of Chelsea Football Club Women” as part of a “disposal of subsidiaries” to parent company BlueCo 22.The Premier League is yet to approve Chelsea’s sale of its women’s team to BlueCo 22Credit: AlamyWhile the precise sum has not been confirmed, it is understood that the value of the Chelsea women’s side was potentially in excess of £150m.Another asset believed to be involved was the Kingsmeadow former home of Kingstonians and AFC Wimbledon that is the regular home of Sonia Bompastor’s WSL leaders.The deals helped turn a £90m loss in 2022-23 into a £128m pre-tax profit last season.But while there is not thought to be any serious prospect of Chelsea being charged with a PSR breach for last term, the club confirmed its valuation of the deal has yet to be approved by the League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDiscussions are continuing, with questions over whether the deal between two “associated parties” was at “fair market value”.Europe’s most successful women’s side, Lyon Feminin, was sold to a US conglomerate in a deal which valued the club at around £45m in 2023.That value was dwarfed by the £190m auction price of the Los Angeles-based  Angel City NWSL franchise in September.It is likely that Chelsea will be able to argue that a nine-figure sum is legitimate but they may be forced to scale back the claimed value – although that is unlikely to threaten their positive PSR position over the three year cycle.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSChelsea’s official statement over the sale read: “The profit for the year before taxation was £128.4m compared with a loss of £90.1m for the prior year as the club benefitted from increased profit on disposal of player registrations and repositioning of Chelsea Football Club Women Ltd. “This new approach will ensure CFCW has dedicated resources, management and commercial leadership solely focused on the growth and success of the women’s team.Moment Chelsea flop is attacked on pitch by his own club mascot after Bundesliga clash “Overall revenue in the year fell to £468.5m due to the men’s team not competing in the Champions League. “However, the club’s broadcasting receipts benefited from an improved sixth-place finish in the Premier League and semi-final and final appearances in the FA Cup and League Cup respectively. “There was a decrease in operational costs in the year, to offset the fall in revenue resulting in a stable operating loss in comparison to the previous year.“The women’s team reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League for the second consecutive year and were champions of the Women’s Super League to further boost the broadcasting receipts.“Matchday revenue increased to £80.1m as an average attendance of approximately 40,000 was maintained, and there were three more women’s team matches held at Stamford Bridge during the year.“The growth in commercial revenue to £225.3m was driven by an increase in player loan income and strong sales of non-matchday activities, including stadium tours and merchandise sales.“Decreased operating expenses, including matchday and non-matchday costs, profits on disposal of player registrations of £152.5m and a profit on disposal of subsidiaries of £198.7m, led to the group recording an overall net profit of £129.6m after tax.” More

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      My dad is a Chelsea legend, now I’m winning titles myself while helping fans park their cars and get through turnstiles

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      PAT HARDING never got the chance to share being an adult with his famous dad.Former Chelsea vice-chairman and major investor Matthew Harding was tragically killed in a 1996 helicopter crash with five others following a League Cup game at Bolton, aged just 42.Pat Harding is following in the footsteps of his legendary fatherCredit: Chris EadesPat is the son of Chelsea legend Matthew HardingMatthew, here with Ken Bates, was Chelsea’s vice-chairman as well as a major investor of the clubCredit: GettyPat is now the chairman of non-league side Hassocks where he also mans the parking and turnstilesCredit: Chris EadesPat was 12 so his dad never saw him grow up, get married, have children or embark on a successful non-league playing career.But he did leave his young son with solid values he has put to use to help lead Sussex non-league club Hassocks to the biggest achievement in their 123-year history.Pat, in his first season as chairman, saw the village team from just outside Brighton clinch the Southern Combination League title with a 3-0 win over Crowborough Athletic on Saturday in front of a record crowd of 807.The much-loved Sussex non-league striker — who played for Eastbourne Borough,  Hassocks, Horsham, Whitehawk and Burgess Hill — is often stewarding the car park, operating the turnstiles and chatting warmly to fans.Read More on ChelseaIt has echoes of when his dad visited local pubs on Chelsea matchdays and drank with supporters rather than schmoozing in VIP boxes.Pat, 41, told SunSport: “When I was aged between eight and 11, we went to a lot of games home and away.“We’d get the train and go into the pubs before and after matches. It wouldn’t have won him any Father of the Year awards but it was fun.“Dad had been kicked out of the Chelsea boardroom on matchdays after having a row with chairman Ken Bates, so we’d go to the local pub and mingle with fans instead.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge“It taught me about giving people time, making them feel special. He’d have crowds of people around him but was happy to hold court and have a beer with them.“That’s what I do now. If Hassocks supporters come up to me, I give them time. It’s nice making people feel important, which they are.Former Chelsea star Demba Ba talks about his role as director of football of USL “I do the car park and turnstiles because we only have seven or eight volunteers.“Some people say I shouldn’t be parking because I miss any goals that are scored early.“But I like that people can see I’m doing something rather than swanning around and, secondly, it’s nice to meet and greet people by being front of house along with the other turnstile guys, who also do a great job.”Pat had a 22-year senior playing career that saw him score a remarkable 348 goals in 990 games — with winning promotion and playing in the National League at Eastbourne the highlight.And he laughed and admitted: “My goalscoring ratio would’ve been better had I not played on as an old-timer!”He also holds the distinction of netting in every senior step of non-league, from Sussex County League to National League.At first, I said, ‘That’s crazy’. But then I thought, ‘What am I going to do now I’ve retired?’ But after hanging up his boots in May last year with Hassocks — where he came through as a kid — he became chairman.Pat said: “The former chairman, Dave John, who has been at the club for more than 30 years, asked if I fancied doing it.“At first, I said, ‘That’s crazy’. But then I thought, ‘What am I going to do now I’ve retired?’ because coaching and managing isn’t for me. “Being chairman would give me a chance to put a little print on it and improve a few things — but I didn’t expect us to win the league in my first season!”Hassocks are a family club and this season not a single player got paid — not even expenses.Next term Pat says manager James Westlake is getting a playing budget but it will be the lowest in the Isthmian League South East Division.Pat added: “Being chairman involves two big things. One, it’s building and maintenance and, second, matchdays are like throwing a big party and you’ve got to make everything run smoothly.”He is overseeing the installation of new, modern LED floodlights to sit on the exact columns his dad donated to the club in 1995 to enable the club to be promoted to the Sussex League.Also he is overseeing powering The Beacon stadium with solar panels, pushing club merchandise and improving the matchday experience.Pat has added a merchandise sweet stand to cater for kids as Hassocks centre their focus on attracting families and youngsters to the club.He said: “We want to grow organically and be sustainable. We’re definitely good enough to be in the level above but whether that’ll be our ceiling or not time will tell.”His dad sadly never saw Chelsea go on to win all the glittering silverware of the Roman Abramovich era — which included five Premier League titles and two European Cups — although his legacy at Stamford Bridge lives on through The Matthew Harding Stand, which he helped finance.Pat has high hopes for his beloved HassocksCredit: Chris EadesPat learned the tragic news of his dad’s death the morning after while at home in Hassocks.And he said: “When you have a bereavement as a kid, you probably just cope with it and it’s only when you look back you understand the enormity of it. I remember waking up and hearing about it first thing.“My mum told me I wouldn’t be going to school that day. There was a big media circus outside.“It was bizarre because it was on the news. I don’t know if it made it easier because with my dad always being in the papers or on TV it was all I’d known.“Like most ordinary people and growing up as a man, you hide emotions and don’t deal with them at the time.“It catches you up sooner or later but I’ve dealt with it as I’ve become an adult.Following in dad’s footsteps“It makes you a bit stronger. You get through stuff. You cope like everyone else does — a lot of people’s dads die.”Matthew Harding would be proud of his son today. His values have been passed on to Pat, who is much loved in Sussex non-league football for his warm and sincere personality.Pat — who has his own business working as a mobile sports massage therapist and personal trainer — added: “My dad was very personable. He made people feel good. He was generous. It’s amazing now looking back how much I picked up.Read More on The Sun“Dad enjoyed people’s company. It made me realise in football and business people buy from people — personality is a big thing, more than anything.“He was good fun. He was more eccentric and charming than me.“Dad was a bit of a character and I’m so happy I took some of that forward.” More

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      Man Utd legend Paul Scholes honoured with mural in his hometown after gaining surprise backing

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      MAN United icon Paul Scholes has been honoured with a mural in his hometown — backed by rival City fans.A 15ft painting of the midfielder’s face can be seen in Middleton, Gtr Manchester, after he won a public poll to decide which local to celebrate.Paul Scholes has been honoured with a mural in his hometown of MiddletonCredit: STEVE ALLENScholes won a public poll to decide which local to celebrateCredit: GettyScholes retired from football in 2013Credit: GettyStreet artist Akse  P19, behind the work, noted that Scholesy won it by a “significant margin”.He added: “What’s even more remarkable is that some Man City fans participated in the vote, choosing Scholes, which speaks volumes about the impact he’s had.”Scholes, 50, won 11 Premier League titles with United, and played for England 66 times before retiring in 2013.Akse added: “This mural serves as a lasting tribute to his incredible career and the pride he brings to Middleton.”read more on Paul Scholes Scholes was born in Salford and moved to the Langley Estate in Middleton with his family when he was about 18 months old.He previously said: “As far as I’m concerned I’m Middleton through and through.“I had some great times growing up and miss the place a lot.“I still try to get back to see my family whenever I can.Most read in Football“I have a lot of fond memories of growing up and going out.”Paul Scholes feels like Man Utd are ‘begging’ for money to build new stadium Street artist Akse  P19 was behind the muralCredit: STEVE ALLENScholes won the poll by a significant marginCredit: STEVE ALLENUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Premier League release statement as James Tarkowski controversially dodges red card for horror tackle on Mac Allister

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      EVERTON captain James Tarkowski escaped a red card for a brutal tackle on Alexis Mac Allister just 10 minutes into the Toffees’ Merseyside derby loss at Anfield.The defender won the ball in a slide tackle before crashing into Liverpool’s Argentine midfielder.James Tarkowski crunched through Alexis Mac AllisterTarkowski’s follow through saw his boot planted on Mac Allister’s legCredit: ReutersThe incident was looked at by VAR Paul TierneyLiverpool’s Argentine midfielder was left in agony after the challengeCredit: APReferee Sam Barrott immediately brandished a yellow card at Tarkowski.The incident was subsequently looked at by VAR Paul Tierney.But surprisingly, Tierney did NOT urge Barrott to go and take another look on the monitor.In a statement posted on social media, the Premier League confirmed: “The referee’s call of yellow card for a reckless foul by Tarkowski was checked by the VAR, with contact on the follow through after Tarkowski had played the ball deemed to be reckless.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChallenges deemed to be “reckless” by the letter of the law are worthy of a yellow card.For a red card to be shown, officials must determine the tackle to have been “endangering an opponent” or to have used “excessive force”.This means that neither Barrott or Tierney felt that Tarkowski’s challenge had met either criteria for a red.After Mac Allister received treatment, Liverpool got the game going again – with Dominik Szoboszlai missing the resulting free-kick.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFormer Premier League referee Mike Dean was watching the game for Sky Sports News.Reviewing the incident, the 56-year-old said: “The follow through is awful. He hasn’t got his leg planted, luckily enough.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey ‘amazed’ James Tarkowski dodged red card in Merseyside derby”But it’s a red card – speed, intensity, force – the lot. He gets the ball but the follow through… it’s a terrible challenge.”For me he (Barrott) should have gone to the screen, should have sent Tarkowski off – 100 per cent.”At half-time, Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher said of Barrott: “He’s in a great position, he has to see that.”Carragher then added: “For Paul Tierney not to give that on VAR, shocking.”Everton hero Duncan Ferguson agreed, saying “no argument, straight red” – before calling the challenge a “leg-breaker”.Gary Neville added: “It is a horrible tackle. He did not need to follow through like that.”Toffees boss David Moyes called it a “brilliant tackle for a derby game” – but then admitted that his side may have been “fortunate”.RECORD BOOKSTarkowski’s booking means that he has tied the Premier League record for receiving the most yellow cards without being sent off.The centre-back has now been booked 63 times in 300 appearances in England’s top flight, taking him level with Oriol Romeu’s tally of bookings.Following the contentious incident, Everton caused Liverpool problems at Anfield.Forward Beto was in the thick of the action, having a goal ruled out for offside in the 21st minute.The lanky front-man later burst through on goal, only to strike the post as the Kop End held its collective breath.Read More on The SunDavid Moyes’ side were made to regret their missed opportunities, with Diogo Jota firing Liverpool into the lead just shy of the hour mark.The Premier League leaders were then able to see out a 1-0 victory, reclaiming their 12-point lead at the top of the table.Tarkowski somehow looked incredulous at being bookedCredit: PA More

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      Mexico’s sexiest fan and weather girl poses in bra and dressing gown as she celebrates four years on OnlyFans

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      YANET GARCIA shared a raunchy clip as she celebrated four years on OnlyFans.Yanet, 33, has been dubbed “Mexico’s sexiest fan” and gained fame as a weather girl before switching to OnlyFans, while also sharing glam pics on social media.Yanet Garcia celebrated a special anniversary on social mediaCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaYanet celebrated four years on OnlyFansCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaYanet partied with balloons while wearing a raunchy gownCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaYanet shared a clip of her enjoying the milestone with a cakeCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaYanet shares a lot of glam pics on social mediaCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaAnd the Mexican celebrated her four-year anniversary on the platform with a clip that showed her partying with a saucy dressing gown on.The model partied with some balloons as well as a cake and appeared to have allowed one time only free access to her OnlyFans to commemorate the anniversary.Yanet posted on her Instagram story: “Let’s celebrate together. It’s free.”The OnlyFans star appeared to be celebrating from her new home in New York.Read More on FootballYanet posted a set of Instagram snaps to break the exciting news of her new crib.The Mexican was seen holding her fresh set of keys in sunny Manhattan.A second photo showed the ex TV presenter signing paperwork while holding her adorable pooch.Located on the Lower East Side, her luxury skyscraper has incredible views of the East River and the iconic Manhattan Bridge.Most read in FootballAnd Yanet posted: “Today, I can say that discipline has given me everything.”Just a small town girl from Santiago, Pueblo Magico with big city dreams… Investing in the City of Dreams.‘World’s sexiest weather girl’ Yanet Garcia delights fans with major life update and says ‘without you this wouldn’t be possible’ “Three years ago I came to New York with no credit and trying to rent an apartment to fulfil my dream and today it’s finally happening.”I am officially the owner of my apartment in Manhattan. Thank you all for being part of my dream. Without you guys this would not be possible! So grateful.”Inside Yanet’s sexy life as a weather girl and Mexico fan…Yanet is the world’s hottest weather girlCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaShe regularly sends fans wild with saucy snapsCredit: dievkophoto / instagramYanet loves posing for the cameraCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaShe posts naughty uploads to social mediaCredit: Yanet GarciaYanet is a huge Mexico football fanCredit: Instagram/iamyanetgarciaShe is not shy of the cameraYanet is a popular figure in her homelandCredit: GettyYanet Garcia has wowed her legion of followers on social mediaCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaThe ‘world’s hottest weather girl’ regularly posts sexy snaps onlineCredit: Instagram/iamyanetgarciaYanet wowed fans in a Christmas themed Instagram postCredit: Instagram @iamyanetgarciaYanet risked an Instagram ban with a sexy Halloween outfitCredit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/The Mexican weather girl flashed her bum as she dressed like a witchCredit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/ More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Liverpool go 12 points clear at the top after Jota strike, Grealish scores in Man City win

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      LIVERPOOL have charged back to 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League table after a 1-0 win over Everton.Diogo Jota settled a fiery Merseyside derby with a calmly taken 57th minute strike.While Toffees defender James Tarkowski avoided a red card after a horror lunge on Alexis Mac Allister, with a yellow the outcome following a VAR check.Tonight’s results: Bournemouth 1-2 Ipswich, Brighton 0-3 Aston Villa, Man City 2-0 Leicester, Newcastle 2-1 Brentford, Southampton 1-1 Crystal Palace, Liverpool 1-0 EvertonBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below…All about getting the job doneLiverpool will be keen to ensure they have mathematically won the title at the earliest point possible.This begins on the weekend with a tricky trip to West London to face Fulham.The Reds would love nothing more than to have things done and dusted before Arsenal visit Anfield, meaning The Gunners would have to give them a guard of honour before the game.Copy linkCopiedTractor Boys upset odds on south coastWhile many people have already condemned the bottom three to relegation, Kieran McKenna’s side think differently.Goals from Nathan Broadhead and Liam Delap puts the Tractor Boys in a dominant position at the Vitality Stadium.Evanilson pulled a goal back for The Cherries but Ipswich managed to hold for a crucial three points.With a match against Wolves on the weekend, victory could see them only six points from safety.Copy linkCopiedSultan of Unai continues chargeIt has been a tricky season for Aston Villa, juggling European exploits with domestic duties.However, a comprehensive win at the Amex Stadium kept their hopes of securing Champions League qualification alive.Goals from Marcus Rashford, Marco Asensio and Donyell Malen secured an important three points for the visitors.Copy linkCopiedPep on course for Champions LeagueHaving had a very poor season by their own standards, aside from the FA Cup, the main aim for Guardiola’s team is to ensure they are in the Champions League next season.They took an early lead through Jack Grealish, a rare sight, having gone 16 months since his last goal.Omar Marmoush, standing in for the injured Erling Haaland, added a second and put the game beyond The Foxes.Copy linkCopiedItalian screamer sets St James’ Park alightEddie Howe’s side found Brentford difficult to break down until Alexander Isak came to their rescue in added-time at the end of the first-half.Hoping this would open the game up for plenty more Newcastle goals, Nick Pope gave away a penalty and Bryan Mbuemo slotted home.However, a stunning strike from Sandro Tonali into the top corner was enough to ensure all three points for The Magpies, to keep their Champions League hopes alive.Copy linkCopiedSaints miss out on winning feelingFor much of this game, it looked like The Saints were heading for a rare win in front of their own fans.Deep into added time, with three points in touching distance, Crystal Palace broke the hearts of most in St Mary’s.Franca’s late header grabbed The Eagles a draw from the jaws of defeat.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool show how much victory meansOver the course of the match, The Reds dominated this encounter and were good value for their win.However, with such a slender-lead, as the full-time whistle went you could see how much the three points meant.Slot will be looking to make sure his squad are fighting for every win, edging closer to sealing another Premier League trophy.Credit: PACredit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedCurtis shows his passion for clubBeing at your hometown club, seems to make it mean so much more for football players.There were a few raised eyebrows before the game when Curtis Jones was named as right-back in the starting line-up.The Liverpool midfielder would play anywhere his manager asked and put in some shift this evening to show why he is such an important player in this squad with his versatility.Copy linkCopiedReds’ manager shows he is a class actDespite some things going against his side this evening, Liverpool’s Dutch manager showed his style speaking with Sky Sports when asked about Tarkowski’s challenge on Mac Allister:Yes, against a very difficult team to play, our boys showed great character today. We score a good goal and kept a clean sheet. I like much more what I saw from the away game. We knew if we wanted to win this game we needed to keep a clean sheet. He’s used to these things as he is from South America. Everyone else has spoken about this so I do not see the point in commenting.Arne SlotLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedReds lead the way by some distanceArsenal fans convinced themselves they were still in a title race for so long, after beating Fulham last night, they were sure of it.The aim for Liverpool was simple, get three points and restore your 12-point lead at the top.Mission accomplished for Arne Slot’s side, this could be a big step on their journey to a 20th Premier League trophy.Credit: @premierleagueCopy linkCopiedToffees’ manager gives opinion on performanceSpeaking with Sky Sports, David Moyes spoke about how he saw the game from his side’s point of view:I think we were a lot closer to them tonight than before I came back in. There was an offside goal that was the difference tonight. It was a clear offside, it was very easy to give and I cannot understand why that was not given at all. We’re not kidding ourselves, Liverpool were by far the better team. At the moment, they are the best team in the league.David MoyesEvertonCopy linkCopiedEx-Premier League referee has sayAs it turned out, it did not impact the result, but the foul by James Tarkowski only being yellow card was a huge moment.Mark Halsey, the former referee in the top-flight, had his say on how he saw the incident.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey ‘amazed’ James Tarkowski dodged red card in Merseyside derbyCopy linkCopiedPremier League full-time scoresBournemouth 1-2 Ipswich TownBrighton 0-3 Aston VillaMan City 2-0 Leicester CityNewcastle 2-1 BrentfordSouthampton 1-1 Crystal PalaceLiverpool 1-0 EvertonCopy linkCopiedFT: Liverpool 1-0 EvertonThe Reds get the win they craved in this Merseyside derby.While the scoreline seems a close affair, no one can argue that Liverpool were deserved winners here.This is a huge step towards winning the Premier League title for the Anfield outfit.Copy linkCopiedFT: Liverpool 1-0 EvertonThe referee brings the game to a close.It is a massive win for Liverpool in their title pursuit.They restore their 12-point lead at the top of the table.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton90+4. Nervy times for the hosts at the moment.Everton are looking to throw more players forward, trying to find an equaliser.Ndiaye wins a corner for The Toffees.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton90+2. Statement of intent from Arne Slot.He brings of Salah, replacing him with Endo.That tends to be the move when they want to see games out.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton90. We are in the dying embers of the game now.Whether Liverpool continue to press or look to see the game out will be interesting to see.The fourth official raises the board showing there will be six added minutes.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton88. The levels of ineptness of Premier League referees is truly baffling.Play is stopped for a foul on Szoboszlai but nobody can hear the whistle as Nunez chases the ball.He gets there before Pickford and the Everton keeper kicks the striker firmly in the leg.Nunez goes down, everyone thinks it is a penalty, Sam Barrott waits for him to get up and books him.Mental stuff. PGMOL apologies incoming at Anfield.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton85. Diaz has had a good game tonight for Slot’s side.He makes way for some fresh legs as Gakpo replaces him.That is a sign of intent from The Reds’ manager as they look to grab that second goal.Meanwhile for the visitors, Chermi replaces Doucoure.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn at The EtihadTHOSE who stayed in the stands for the first nine minutes missed the best moment of the game. – a  first Prem goal in 15 months for Jack Grealish.  It was something of a collector’s item as he turned home a cross from Savinho before Omar Marmoush added a second on the half hour to ensure injured Erling Haaland was not missed.As for Leicester, they barely put a glove on City in a forgettable game and are doomed to the drop.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 0-3 Aston Villa90+10. This is a convincing win for Unai Emery’s side.Very deep into added time a quick break from the visitors saw Asensio feed it into the path of Malen.His right-footed shot nestles into the far corner of the goal.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Donyell Malen (Aston Villa)Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton80. We are into the final ten minutes at Anfield now.Everton will still feel they can get something from this match.The Reds need a second goal to put this game to bed.Nunez has now come on for the goalscorer Jota.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedSouthampton 1-1 Crystal Palace90+2. Heartbreak for The Saints’ fans late on.Lerma puts a cross into the box and it is headed home by Franca.Southampton were so close to a much-needed victory.Copy linkCopied More

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      ALISSON has not made the squad for Liverpool’s game against Everton. The sides are meeting tonight in a HUGE Merseyside derby at Anfield.Alisson and Davinson Sanchez clashed heads during the international breakCredit: AP Photo/Eraldo PeresThe sides met in a FIFA World Cup qualifier over the international breakCredit: REUTERS/Ueslei MarcelinoDavinson Sanchez was knocked out during the collisionCredit: AP Photo/Eraldo PeresDavinson Sanchez left the field on a stretcherCredit: GettyAlisson remains under concussion protocols after the clashCredit: EPA/ANDRE COELHOAlisson has not made the squad for Arne Slot’s first Merseyside derby at Anfield. He joins the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Conor Bradley on the injury list for the tie. Liverpool’s number two Caoimhin Kelleher will step in for the Brazilian stopper for the clash.SunSport can reveal why Alisson is not part of tonight’s squad.Read more FootballWhy is Alisson not playing for Liverpool?Alisson is under concussion protocols, and therefore will not feature tonight for Liverpool.The ‘keeper collided with Davinson Sanchez during Brazil’s game with Colombia in the international break.He left Brazil camp early, and is still side-lined under protocols. Alisson has been training with the Reds, but has to miss the game due to the protocols.Most read in FootballArne Slot commented on the matter, saying yesterday: “Ali trained with us as well. “The last check has to be made, I think that’s this afternoon after the session, [to determine] if he is available to play.”How to watch Liverpool vs EvertonLiverpool vs Everton is LIVE on Sky Sports at 8pm BST.The game is also available for stream on Sky Go and the Sky Sports app.Action from Anfield kicks off at 8pm BST.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog of ALL the Premier League fixtures. More