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    Sheffield Utd 1 Leeds 3 LIVE RESULT: Visitors score late double via Tanaka and Piroe to extend lead at the top – updates

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    LEEDS UNITED extend their lead at the top of the Championship summit to five points. Both Sheffield United and Leeds United entered the Yorkshire blockbuster to secure top spot as they gun for automatic promotion back into the Premier League. Just before the 15-minute mark, the Blades made good on their fast start as Tyrese Campbell capitalise on indecisive defensive work from the visitors following a reactive stop onto the bar from Illan Meslier to head the ball off the keeper and into the net. After back-and-forth action, Leeds’ left back Junior Firpo rose highest in a crowded box to met a dinked-in Dan James cross and bury his header from six yards out. A quick-fire double in the space of a minute ensured Daniel Farke’s side their lead. First from Ao Tanaka who nodded at the back post from a corner on the 89th minute and followed by Joel Piroe’s pile-driver around the edge of the box that whizzed into the top corner. Sheffield Utd XI: Cooper; Clarke, Ahmedhodzic, Robinson, Burrows; Peck, Souza; Rak-Sakyi, O’Hare, Brereton-Diaz; CampbellLeeds XI: Cooper; Clarke, Ahmedhodzic, Robinson, Burrows; Peck, Souza; Rak-Sakyi, O’Hare, Brereton-Diaz; CampbellBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFollow our live blog below…Leeds marching onThat’s all from us tonight. A decisive day in the Championship promotion race ends with Leeds well clear at the top.They faded away from the top two last season but are on course to right the wrongs from last season.As for Sheffield United, they have Burnley breathing down their necks with Scott Parker’s side looking imperious in defence.It promises to be some race over the last 12 matches.Copy linkCopiedFarke shares his thoughtsLeeds boss Daniel Farke said after the match: “You have to say we played a strong opponent and it was a tight game.”For the first 25 minutes they were by far the better side and we were a bit too nervous, not brave and how we conceded the goal was not us.”But from minute 25 we started to play football and gained more control.”When you win against the top sides in this league it’s good for confidence but it’s just three points and if we stop winning points now we won’t finish where we want to finish so we have to stay humble, grounded and disciplined.”Copy linkCopiedHow the table shapes upLeeds’ win means they are now seven points above third place Burnley, who are chasing down Sheffield United.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-3 Leeds – FTLeeds goalscorers Piroe and Firpo shared their thoughts at full-time and revealed they had faith they could pull off a comeback.Copy linkCopiedCopy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-3 LeedsPiroe finished the match off in style with a rocket from distance.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-3 LeedsFT. A valuable three points for Leeds who move five points clear at the top of the Championship.A massive win for Daniel Farke’s side who are well on course for a return to the Premier League.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-3 Leeds90. A brilliant finish to the game as Leeds finally get the reward their performance deserves.Sheff Utd took their foot off the gas after the half-hour mark and have been made to pay.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-3 Leeds90. Leeds break through James once again. He finds Piroe who has time and space to let fly from the edge of the box.It is a fantastic hit from Piroe and Cooper gets a glove on the ball but there is no way he was going to stop that rocket.Copy linkCopiedGoal! Sheff Utd 1-3 Leeds90. And that seals it! Piroe with an absolute thunderbolt.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-2 Leeds89. Incredible scenes. Rothwell’s corner causes problems.Firpo again wins it in the air and flicks it to the back post where Tanaka is on hand to head the ball into the back of the net.Copy linkCopiedGoal!!! Sheff Utd 1-2 Leeds89. Tanaka gets it! Surely the winner!!Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds88. What.a.save.Cooper leaps to his left and just about gets his finger tips to keep out Gnonto’s curling effort. Superb play from both.Credit: AlamyCopy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds87. This game is very end to end now but the Blades need to be careful as Leeds look very dangerous on the counter attack.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds84. Fantastic one touch football from Leeds allows Piroe to break.He bears down on goal and unleashes a powerful shot that Cooper does well to save down to his left.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds83. Leeds go down the other end, Firpo’s low cross is dangerous and ends up at Piroe, whose shot finds Cooper.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds81. Great save from Meslier to deny Cannon’s header from the corner!Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds80. Sheff Utd finally get their foot on the ball again and are starting to re-assert themselves in this match.They are being patient for an opening but keeping the ball well and win a corner.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds77. Hamer almost gets in behind the Leeds defence but Rodon gets across brilliantly to snuff out the danger.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds75. Leeds look well up for this now and without changes Sheffield United are facing the prospect of hanging on for a point.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-1 Leeds72. Firpo earned the Blades a few minutes ago with a header that went over.This time he makes no mistake as he makes a run into the box unmarked, meets James’ cross and heads beyond Cooper.Game on!Copy linkCopiedGoal! Sheff Utd 1-1 Leeds72. Firpo heads in to equalise!Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-0 Leeds71. Leeds have three goes and eventually Joseph fires over.Solomon first cuts inside and his shot is headed out brilliantly, Rodon follows up and his effort is blocked.The ball falls to Joseph who has the easiest chance of the lot but he smashes well over.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-0 Leeds70. Leeds attack three on two but James can’t find a team-mate with his cross, but wins a corner instead.Copy linkCopiedSheff Utd 1-0 Leeds69. Leeds beginning to pile the pressure on.Solomon puts in a teasing cross that is begging to be turned in but there are no attackers there to meet it.Copy linkCopied More

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      Man City vs Liverpool LIVE SCORE: Erling Haaland NOT in City squad as Reds look to extend lead at top – latest updates

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      LIVERPOOL travel to the Etihad to take on Manchester City in a blockbuster clash TODAY.The headline team news is that Erling Haaland is not in the City squad this afternoon. Liverpool can go an incredible 11 points clear at the top of the table after second-placed Arsenal slipped to a 1-0 defeat to West Ham yesterday.The Reds face a wounded City side following their Champions League exit to Real Madrid on Wednesday night.Kick-off time: 4:30pm GMTTV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Premier LeagueLive stream: NOW/Sky Sports appMan City XI: Ederson, Lewis, Khusanov, Ake, Gvardiol, Nico, De Bruyne, Savinho, Foden, Doku, MarmoushLiverpool XI:  Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Jones, Diaz, SalahCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Fortune favours the braveAs a result of Arsenal’s defeat against West Ham at The Emirates yesterday, it puts Liverpool in a strong position coming into today’s game.The focus no longer needs to be on ensuring The Reds do not lose at The Etihad but the encounter now presents itself as somewhat of a free-hit for Arne Slot’s side.Taking the game to a Man City team who have shown their defensive frailties all season, the league leaders can go for the win, which would give them a daunting lead at the top of the Premier League table.Copy linkCopiedHow Liverpool shape-upCopy linkCopiedHow City shape-upCopy linkCopiedLiverpool looking to go 11 points clear at the topThe Reds head into this afternoon’s match with Man City knowing they can go 11 points clear of second-place Arsenal.Mikel Arteta’s side fell to a 1-0 defeat to London rivals West Ham yesterday, and Liverpool will be looking to capitalise this afternoon.Arne Slot’s men will have played one more game than Arsenal after the blockbuster clash at the Etihad, meaning the Gunners would have a game in hand, but it would still be a big ask for their injury-ridden squad to close the gap.Credit: GETTYCopy linkCopiedHeadline team news from the EtihadErling Haaland has not been included in Manchester City’s squad to face Liverpool.The striker is the club’s top scorer this season, with 27 goals in 35 games across all competitions this season.However, Pep Guardiola has been sweating over the fitness of his talisman since he fell to the floor awkwardly holding his knee following an awkward landing against Newcastle last week.The 24-year-old was named on the bench for City’s mid-week 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League play-offs, but failed to make it onto the pitch.Omar Marmoush is expected to lead the line in Haaland’s place.Arne Slot has opted to play no centre-forward at the Etihad with a front line of Curtis Jones, Luis Diaz, Mo Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai preferred to the likes of Diogo Jota and Darwin Nunez down the middle.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool team to face Man CityLiverpool XI: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Jones, Diaz, SalahSubs: Kelleher, Endo, Nunez, Chiesa, Gakpo, Elliott, Jota, Tsimikas, QuansahCopy linkCopiedMan City team to face Liverpool – NO HaalandMan City XI: Ederson, Lewis, Khusanov, Ake, Gvardiol, Nico, De Bruyne, Savinho, Foden, Doku, Marmoush. Subs: Ortega, Dias, Kovacic, Grealish, Gundogan, Bernardo, Reis, Nunes, McAteeCopy linkCopiedLiverpool team newsCody Gakpo could return to the Liverpool forward line after missing the last two matches with a minor issue.Conor Bradley is not expected to be involved after he limped off in midweek against Aston Villa.Joe Gomez is a long-term absentee as he continues to recover from a hamstring issue.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedMan City team newsThe main one that all Man City and Liverpool fans will be waiting on is the fitness of Erling Haaland.The Norweigan goal machine faces a late fitness test on a knee problem that prevented him from playing against Real Madrid in the week.John Stones limped off on Wednesday night and faces a lengthy period on the sidelines, while Rodri and Manuel Akanji also remain out.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSUPER SUNDAY! Afternoon all, and what a blockbuster game we have ahead of us for this weekend’s final Premier League slot. The Champions face the Champions elect (?). It may not be the yesteryears of Pep vs Kloop, 1st vs 2nd etc. etc. Whichever way you want to look at it, it’s still Manchester City vs Liverpool — a fixture that tends to deliver more often than not, even if the hosts are experiencing an identity crisis to put it frankly. The last time City were on the global screens, Kylian Mbappé took them to the sword in the Champions League. Three of the best, you know the rest. As league action goes, a 4-0 win over Newcastle gave Guardiola some hope that his side can still remain semi-competitive on the domestic front but nowhere near today’s visitors.Arne Slot was questioned when his side dropped points at Villa Park on Wednesday night, and turned the head of querys towards Darwin Núñez in his post-match.The Reds gave Arsenal some sight in the title race only for their North London rivals to hand the initiative back into Liverpool’s hands following their loss yesterday. A win for Merseyside club will take them 11 points clear at the top. Kick-off at 4.30pm GMT, team news to come. Copy linkCopied More

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      Joseph Parker vs Martin Bakole LIVE RESULTS: Bakole DROPPED as huge heavyweight clash ends in brutal fashion – updates

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      JOSEPH PARKER has STOPPED Martin Bakole in two-round belter in Saudi Arabia!Parker was due to face Daniel Dubois for DDD’s IBF world title, but the British champion withdrew from the fight on Thursday due to illness.In stepped Bakole in his place, who flew in from Congo on just TWO days notice .And Bakole lasted just two rounds before a Parker right saw the late replacement pulled out by his corner.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Beterbiev vs Bivol – R3Beterbiev races out of the corner again to try and close the distance but Bivol counters with a two-piece to his stomach.Beterbiev is not deterred and comes in again, but Bivol again does some superb work on the back foot as he lands a clean counter.The champ is relentless in his pressure, so Bivol has to continue to make him pay.He does with a nice uppercut then a left, but Beterbiev lands a couple of nice shots himself.Bivol has some success but Beterbiev then fires in some very heavy shots at the end of the round.This is sensational quality, Bivol lands another nice combo as does the champ.A very narrow 2-1 to Bivol on my card.Copy linkCopiedBeterbiev vs Bivol – R2Beterbiev comes out positively from the corner, he perhaps agrees with me that he lost that first round.The Canadian is working behind the jab in this fight – again in stark contrast to the first meeting where he threw more than 1,000 total punches.His picking his shots much more this time round.Bivol is looking to match the work rate as he throws many more shots than he did at this stage first time out.Beterbiev keeps working the jab but Bivol then whips in a lovely right hand that lands cleanly.This is high quality stuff from these two. Beterbiev lands a lovely body shot then follows it with a quick one-two that nearly pins Bivol on the ropes.He escapes but Beterbiev stepped up the pace noticeably there – 1-1 for me.Copy linkCopiedBeterbiev vs Bivol – R1Stark difference in the opening round of the two fights so far.In the first meeting, Beterbiev was well on top and was able to pressure Bivol and get him moving backwards.Bivol is not conceding any ground here, as he stands his ground and fires a couple back at his rival.Bivol was cautious in that one but is firing away – he lands a nice left hook that catches a bit of Beterbiev’s glove on the way in.Much quicker pace about it in this round.Beterbiev lands a decent right late on, but I have that round for Bivol.Copy linkCopiedLet’s get ready to rumble!Michael Buffer says the famous words after we hear the Saudi anthem and get the introductions of both fighters.We’re only moments away now…Copy linkCopiedHere they comeDimitry Bivol gets a lukewarm response on his way to the ring while Artur Beterbiev gets a huge roar as his name is announced.It’s very clear which fighter the crowd are backing in this one.We cannot wait for this, these two are among the very best.Copy linkCopiedPromo We’ve got an elaborate promo running right now as we build-up to the mega rematch between two of the world’s very best fighters.Many people felt Dimitry Bivol was robbed in the first fight, when he finished the much stronger fighter.Will Bivol be able to gain his revenge tonight?Copy linkCopied’We want all the smoke’Eddie Hearn previewed the huge main event that is due to start any second.The Matchroom chief said: “For me [Bivol] won the first fight, it was very close.”This is about discipline and concentration.”Artur Beterbiev is a ticking time bomb, how long can you stop him from going boom.”I think Beterbiev will try and walk him down faster this time, so he has to be prepared.”Then asked about the return of 5vs5, Hearn responded: “Matchroom vs Queensbury, Matchroom vs Golden Boy – bring it on, we want all the smoke.”Copy linkCopied5vs5 returns?Boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh is being interviewed by DAZN and has dropped a few nuggets that will get boxing fans excited.He says “we have a lot of things coming this year”.That included teasing the return of 5vs5 in July, a massive fight between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney, as well as fights in Africa and, of course, the confirmed Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn fight at Tottenham.Copy linkCopiedParker speaksJoseph Parker spoke in the ring and pleaded his case for a world title next.He was meant to fight Daniel Dubois for the IBF title tonight and he is still the WBO mandatory challenger for Oleksandr Usyk.As one of the most in-form heavyweights in boxing, he thoroughly deserves a title shot next.Parker said: “Martin Bakole thanks for accepting the challenge and flying all the way here.”I listened, stayed calm, structured composed and got the victory.”I want to fight for the world title next.”We’ve got Frank [Warren] here… I want a world title next.”When I came back to the corner, Andy [Lee] gave me instructions to be patient, when he comes in throw the overhand right.”Asked if he would prefer to fight Usyk or Dubois, Parker said: “I will fight anyone and everyone.”Copy linkCopiedQuick night’s workWell that didn’t last long at all – 5mins and 17 seconds in total.Should various reports on the internet be believed then Bakole earned around $600,000 for his short trip to Saudi Arabia.He took a massive shot but it was a no-lose situation for the Congolese star.Nice work if you can get it.Copy linkCopiedBig shot rocks BakoleIt was a massive overhand right that sent Bakole tumbling.It landed on the top of his big thick head and while Bakole didn’t tumble straight to the floor, his legs went like jelly and he went stumbling backwards.Copy linkCopiedParker vs Bakole – R2 – Parker WINS!Bakole’s trainer Billy Nelson offers us another little nugget about Bakole’s camp – he hasn’t done any sparring in weeks.Parker throws some stiff jabs to start the fight and then closes the distance on the big man.That seems dangerous as Bakole gets on the inside and lands two absolutely massive body shots.Parker continues pushing forward though and then hits pay dirt – a massive right lands on Bakole’s head and sends him tumbling to the ground!There was a delayed reaction from Bakole as he went tumbling backwards.His legs were totally wobbly as he got back up and the ref quickly waves it off.A real shame that didn’t last longer!Copy linkCopiedParker vs Bakole – R1An almost comically static start from Bakole who isn’t on his toes and is just standing waiting for Parker to come forward.The Kiwi isn’t quite prepared to do that in this first round and is content to fire out a couple of jabs.Not much action or landing so far as the two massive fighters size each other up.Parker definitely looks better, though, as he fires off a decent one-two in the final minute of the round.Bakole finally makes his move inside the final 20 seconds and lands a massive shot to end the round!Well, that certainly will have woken Parker up!Copy linkCopiedHere they comeMartin Bakole is first to the ring as he arrives draped in the Congolese flag and a plain black t-shirt.Then comes Joseph Parker – at the heaviest weight of his career – in a red gown with a glittery hoodie.This is an absolutely top quality heavyweight fight and, remember, an eliminator for the WBO title, currently held by Oleksandr Usyk.Copy linkCopiedBuffer in the buildingYou know it’s a big fight night when Michael Buffer is in the building!We’re just moments away now, ring walks are expected very shortly…Copy linkCopied’Everything should favour Joe’Promoter Frank Warren has just had another quick word with TNT Sports and said: “Joseph Parker has come in heavy, which is better.”Joe has to create the pace and keep moving.”Everything should favour Joe with a last-minute opponent.”But there’s so many times we’ve seen big upsets.”Copy linkCopiedAnother late callLike Josh Padley, Martin Bakole was another late call-up to this fight.The heavyweight only landed in Saudi Arabia at 2am yesterday local time – 23hrs later he’s about to step into a massive title eliminator against Joseph Parker.It’s unclear how much training Bakole has had in recent weeks, with reports stating that he’s going to be entering the ring at a massive 310lbs.At his last fight he weighed in at 285lbs.The fight is also interesting because of Parker’s mindset – he was expecting to fight Daniel Dubois for the heavyweight title tonight.Copy linkCopiedWhat a performance by both!Shakur Stevenson ended that fight with clinical excellence and will get plaudits for stepping on the pace when the fight was on the line.Josh Padley has earned himself a lot of new supporters again, that was a bold and gutsy performance in incredible circumstances.Taking a fight with a pound-for-pound star and three-weight world champion on THREE DAYS notice.Sensational.Copy linkCopiedStevenson vs Padley – R9 – STEVENSON WINS!Stevenson starts the round with slightly more pace and starts to let his hands go a little bit more. A MASSIVE body shot rains into Padley and sends him down on one knee!Stevenson smells blood and then fires in more massive shots – another BIG body shot sends him down again!Padley continues to fight on but yet another body shot sends him down for a THIRD TIME!He beats the count once again and the bell rings.But as it does the towel comes in and it’s all over!Copy linkCopiedStevenson vs Padley – R8Padley is not giving up in this fight, this is really tremendous courage from him.Stevenson continues to push out that jab with great success.Padley goes in with a three-punch combo that looks like good work but they were blocked and deflected.Three straight shots then land plum on Padley’s nose as his head rocks back. Another round for Stevenson.Copy linkCopiedParker vs Bakole – NEXTJust a reminder this is the final fight before we the massive heavyweight clash between Joseph Parker and Martin Bakole.Copy linkCopiedStevenson vs Padley – R7I don’t think many people would have thought Josh Padley would be seeing round seven against Shakur Stevenson.He continues to fire his shots and put pressure on Stevenson, who will knows he is in a fight.The American continues to do the better work though, with that jab pretty much unstoppable from the Yorkeshireman.A mega body shot with the left then has Padley grimacing but he continues to fire his own shots.The pair then share a little look at the end of the round.That didn’t look too friendly but this is a really gutsy performance.Copy linkCopiedStevenson vs Padley – R6Excellent start from Padley as he starts the round on top and puts on a couple of combos to put some pressure onto Stevenson.The champ then responds with two absolutely quality shots that just seem to monetarily hurt Padley.Stevenson has really upped the pace and unleashes a lovely combo that has Padley really hurt!Incredible stuff as Padley again bares down and fires back, incredible bravery here.Stevenson hears the roars of the crowd and smiles mid-clinch.Brave stuff from Padley but the quality work is coming from Stevenson, although he continues to fire and put in work.Copy linkCopiedStevenson vs Padley – R5Stevenson continues to work behind that job but Padley manages to come forward and land a nice little one-two.Stevenson’s jab is so good, though, and he is getting it to land as often as he likes. The champ is a man of few weaknesses and every time Padley looks to have let off a good shot or got into range, Stevenson uses his range to win the exchanges.Padley does then land a nice right but Stevenson still manages to fire something back to him.HUGE body shot goes in from Stevenson really hurts Padley!He felt that but then shows some guts to continue firing back.Stevenson ends the round with another one-two and an uppercut, as Padley grits his teeth and tries to throw back.Another round in the bank for the champ.Copy linkCopiedStevenson vs Padley – R4Padley trying to get in closer in round four and lay his gloves on Stevenson.He pushes him into the corner and gets a couple of shots to land but it’s good defence to stop those doing any damage.Stevenson continues to throw out his jab and a couple land, although they aren’t massive in any way.Stevenson then smashes Padley with a short right that draws another gasp.Padley is doing himself really proud in there – not just surviving but also showing some guts to try and win this fight.Another round to Stevneson, though.Copy linkCopied More

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      Aston Villa vs Chelsea LIVE RESULT: Asensio on the double after Jorgensen howler as Villa fight back

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      ASTON VILLA fought back to defeat Chelsea 2-1 in a thriller at Villa Park.Villa’s January loan signings Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford combined for BOTH goals as Unai Emery’s side picked up all three points.Asensio’s late second of the game came after a howler from Blues’ keeper Filip Jorgensen.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…That’s all from Villa ParkFinally, some home comforts in the Premier League.After a weekend of six away wins and a draw, Unai Emery’s team finally got a hosting team on the board with a come from behind triumph against Chelsea.And much of it was down to his new loan rangers – as Marcus Rashford and Marcos Asensio combined twice to defeat the Blues.There’s more Premier League football tomorrow, of course – and we’ll be here to cover the action when Newcastle take on Forest, and Man City welcome Liverpool.Thanks for reading, and goodnight.Copy linkCopiedLondoners suffering from post-Xmas BluesIt all looked so good for fans of Chelsea on Christmas morning.As they unwrapped their presents, the Blues sat second in the Premier League and just four points behind leaders Liverpool. The title challenge was on.Since then, the Stamford Bridge club have spiralled – and it started the next day against local rivals Fulham.Two wins in ten since Boxing Day has Chelsea sixth in the table, and a whopping 18 points off the top.Enzo Maresca’s men have dropped 15 points from winning positions this season, and 13 of those have come since that Fulham defeat on December the 26th.Copy linkCopiedMaresca has faith in PalmerIt’s now no goals in five Premier League games for Cole Palmer, but Enzo Maresca isn’t worried about his star man.The Chelsea manager insists that the club are delighted with the form of the 22-year-old despite him wasting a couple of decent opportunities at Villa Park when the visitors were on top.Cole is a top player. Top players always want to win and play an important part but today he could not. He has some great chances that he missed but nothing changes. We are very happy with him.Enzo MarescaSky SportsCopy linkCopiedMomentum shifts at Villa ParkAston Villa barely had a look-in during the opening 20 minutes this evening.But Unai Emery’s team fought back, especially after Marcus Rashford’s half-time introduction, and ultimately deserved their win.Copy linkCopiedYouri welcome for Rashford arrivalYouri Tielemans believes Marcus Rashford can make a huge impact on this Aston Villa side.Speaking after the forward’s cameo from the bench, the Belgian midfielder pointed to the forward’s ability to make things happen when dribbling at opponents.I’m very pleased with the way [Marcus Rashford] is performing now and with the two assists today. He is someone who can threaten everyone one versus one and even one versus two. He is very important for us in the way he plays because he gives us something different on the left-hand side.You could tell today every time he got the ball he was dangerous and hopefully with many more minutes in his legs he will only get better.Youri TielemansSky SportsCopy linkCopiedRashford still singing the BluesHe may be playing for a new team, but Marcus Rashford is still causing Chelsea problems.The 27-year-old set up both of Marco Asensio’s goal this evening which means he has now been directly involved in six goals in nine Premier League home games against Chelsea (four goals and two assists).Only against Arsenal (8) has Rashford registered more goals and assists against in the league.Copy linkCopiedAsensio delighted by Villa responseMarco Asensio paid tribute to the Aston Villa fans after bagging a double that sent them home happy.The Spaniard, on loan from PSG, scored twice as his new team fought back to beat Chelsea, and afterwards he revealed that he believes they are in a good shape for a European push in the final months of the season.I am so happy. The performance from the team was incredible. The atmosphere was top. I want to thank the fans for the effort that we do together. We need to continue but the team is in the right way. I am very happy for my first goals and for the win.Marco AsensioSky SportsCopy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at Villa ParkA game to remember for Marco Asensio – one to forget for Filip Jorgensen.Asensio – on loan from PSG – scored his first goals for the club after Enzo Fernandez had given Chelsea an early lead from Pedro Neto’s cross.And Marcus Rashford – a second half sub – played a part in both goals.But the late winner came as Jorgensen allowed an Asensio shot to squirm under his body. He will not want to see that again.Villa took command after the break – although Cole Palmer should have regained the lead for Chelsea only for Ezri Konsa to make a vital clearance.Chelsea really need a proven goalscorer – but Pedro Neto caused problems all evening.Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from Villa ParkAston Villa have now won three matches in the Premier League this season in which they trailed at half-time.It is their joint-most ever in a Premier League season along with the 2007-08 campaign.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Aston Villa 2-1 ChelseaOne down at the break, Aston Villa have rallied to prevail 2-1 at Villa Park.Marco Asensio will make the headlines with his first goals for the club, but so much changed with the half-time introduction of Marcus Rashford.The Manchester United man added intent for Villa’s forward line, and he played his part in both goals by laying them on for his fellow loanee – albeit with help from some slapstick Chelsea defending.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 2-1 Chelsea90+5. Chelsea give up possession in the Villa half, and those in claret and blue pour forward.Leon Bailey leads the charge and fancies his chances as he skips beyond a defender, but on this occasion Jorgensen gets out well to block.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 2-1 Chelsea90. Chelsea have seven minutes of stoppage time to rescue a game that they started so brightly……but look destined to end in the same shambolic manner of recent showings.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 2-1 Chelsea89. A howler from Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, and Marco Asensio looks to have won it for Aston Villa!The home side work a corner short from which Rashford pulls a waist-high cross back to the edge of the area.Asensio reacts well to meet it on the volley, but it’s an effort that is straight at Jorgensen, and one that everyone inside Villa Park expects to be smothered by the Danish stopper.But somehow the ball creeps through his hands, under his body, trickles over the line, and sends the home fans into ecstasy.A disaster for the keeper, and a damning indictment of Chelsea’s transfer dealings that have left them without a worthy number one. Copy linkCopiedAsensio at the double!Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea87. Jorgensen denies Malen!Aston Villa have a corner.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea85. Five minutes remain at Villa Park.And it’s the home side looking more likely now.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea83. Chelsea go into the final minutes, having only made two changes – and one of those was in the first ten minutes and due to an injury to Trevoh Chalobah.It’s incredible that a club can spend so much money on so many players, and then still consider themselves short of options on the bench.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea81. An Aston Villa free-kick drilled into the box causes chaos, and in the confusion, Bogarde goes down under pressure.Michael Oliver says no penalty, but VAR take a closer look at what is a pull back by Cucurella. They quickly come to the same conclusion.Well, if Ashley Young didn’t get the decision in today’s early game then this was never happening.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea79. Fernandez is off target for the visitors. The midfielder is not renowned for his scoring, but has registered four attempts and one goal this evening.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea77. Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers have run their race.The attacking pair take a breather, and now it’s a chance for Leon Bailey and Donyell Malan.Meanwhile, Jadon Sancho is on for Chelsea, replacing Christopher Nkunku.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at Villa ParkPedro Neto curled a shot just wide of the far post after slip by Tyrone Mings – then shot straight at Martinez.But Villa have come back into it, with half-time sub Marcus Rashford playing his part.Matty Cash’s deep ball into the Chelsea area found Rashford who squared for Marco Asensio to score his first Villa goal.A lengthy VAR check for offside followed, but the goal stood. Villa then lost Tyrone Mings as the defender failed to shake off a knock. Cole Palmer has been quiet today, but he came close to regaining the lead with 22 minutes left.It’s game on here and there for the taking from either side.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea75. Ezri Konsa saves Aston Villa!And spares his goalkeeper’s blushes in the process.A measured through ball from Moises Caicedo has Cole Palmer in on goal, and when Martinez foolishly rushes off his line and then slips twice, the Chelsea man looks certain to score.However, Palmer delays his shot and that allows just enough time for Konsa to get back and block brilliantly.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea72. Now Christopher Nkunku goes into the book for a wild swipe at Morgan Rogers.Villa have also made another switch with Andres Garcia a like-for-like replacement for Matty Cash.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea70. John McGinn is yellow carded for a foul on Marc Cucurella. In fairness, who hasn’t fantasised about kicking him over at some point?Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Chelsea69. Cole Palmer hasn’t found his range this evening.Space opens up for the forward on the edge of the box, but his low curler is well wide of the far post.Copy linkCopied More

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      Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 LIVE RESULTS: Main event on NOW after epic undercard saw shock wins and controversy

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      ARTUR BETERBIEV is facing Dmitry Bivol in a huge rematch RIGHT NOW after an epic undercard reached a stunning conclusion!Bivol will be out for revenge after the narrow loss in their first fight in his hopes of setting up a stunning trilogy fight at some point in the future.On the incredible undercard, Callum Smith handed Josh Buatsi his first LOSS, Zhilei Zhang was STOPPED by Agit Kabayel and Hamzah Sheeraz failed to win the middleweight world title.While Josh Padley SHOCKED the world by going nine rounds with Shakur Stevenson on just FOUR days notice.As chief support, Joseph Parker STOPPED Martin Bakole in brutal fashion after Daniel Dubois withdrew due to illness.Main event ring walks: 10.51pm GMTTV/Stream: DAZN PPV / Sky Sports Box Office / TNT Sports Box OfficeCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol (Round 2)Both fighters are looking to make this mark in the fight early on.Beterbiev is still trying to be the more offensive but as he comes forward, Bivol catchs him flush in the jaw with a punch.Bivol seems happy to let his opponent to come onto him and pick him off with punches when he is open in these situations.Copy linkCopiedArtur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol (Round 1)These two fighters know plenty about each other’s style.Beterbiev is the fighter who looks to dictate the pace early on, throwing all the punches.Towards the end of the round, Bivol starts to open up more.He seems to have learnnt from the cagey start he made in their previous fight.Tough to call this round, very even.Copy linkCopiedArtur Beterbiev vs Dmitry BivolNow we are onto the main event of the evening.This is the one everyone has been waiting for.A rematch which, if it lives up to the first fight, should be an absolute classic.Copy linkCopiedMain event could go either wayThis fight has two boxers who are more than capable of winning this bout and that is reflected in the bookies thoughts:Dmitry Bivol – 11/10Draw – 14/1Artur Beterbiev – 4/5]All fight odds brought to you by Betway.Copy linkCopiedJoseph Parker vs Martin Bakole That was a strange end to the fight to send Bakole down.Parker threw a punch over the top which only seemed to clip the top of the head of his opponent.However, in a delayed reaction, a few seconds after the punch landing his legs buckle and he collapses to the canvas.Job done for the Kiwi who makes it six wins on the bounce since his last defeat.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedJoseph Parker wins by stoppageCopy linkCopiedJoseph Parker vs Martin Bakole (Round 2)This is really a slugfest between the pair.Bakole is not interested in a gaurd or defence at all.The Congolese fighter is throwing big haymakers looking to cause an upset.Parker waits for his moment then lands a big punch over the top that catch him flush in the face.As the Kiwi lands another, Bakole’s legs buckle and he ends up on the canvas.He gets back to his feet but the referee decides his fight is done and stops it.Copy linkCopiedJoseph Parker vs Martin Bakole (Round 1)You have to wonder what sort of fighting form Bakole is in, he certainly will not be going 12 rounds in this one.Parker starts the more positive but is giving a lot of respect to his opponent.Bakole shows that is a wise move as he catches the former world champion with a couple of wild hits that Parker definitely felt.Copy linkCopiedJoseph Parker vs Martin BakoleWe are almost at the main event this evening.Sadly, since Dubois dropped out, this fight is no longer for a title.Bakole stepped in at very short notice and certainly has a dangerous punch whiich Parker needs to be very wary of.He is a slugger, who will give it his all early on, as the fight goes on he tends to tire easily.Copy linkCopiedKiwi expected to show his qualityHaving taken the fight at short notice following the withdrawal of Dubois, the bookies cannot see past a Parker win in this one.Joseph Parker – 8/15Draw – 16/1Martin Bakole – 13/8All fight odds brought to you by Betway.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley It is rare in a boxing match that there is more than one winner.Stevenson got the expected win and probably took every round on the card.However, Josh Padley, take a bow.To step in at the last minute to take the fight having had no training camp and going nine rounds with a champion is phenomenal.Padley took so many hits but his powers of recovery were nothing short of superhuman.The boxer from Yorkshire should be proud of this performance he walks out of this ring having impressed the boxing world.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson wins by stoppageCopy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 9)Padley is sent to the canvas for the first time in this fight.He seems annoyed with himself as the body shot sends him down.Padley gets straight back up but has to take the standing count.Stevenson continues to work him with the big body shots and and sends him to the canvas once again.Despite all he is taking the Yorkshireman continues to go on the attack and look to land shots himself.Towards the end of the round, the champ puts him down once again but Padley wants to continue.Sadly for him, the towel comes in from his corner, they have decided he has had enough.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 8)This experience should do the world of good for Padley’s pro career.It would take him some time to work his way to a title shot but from this moment, he will face much lesser boxers knowing that he was able to mix it up with a champion.Stevenson keeps landing big hits but Padley’s powers of recovery are something you rarely see in this sport.It is almost like a computer game where the power gauge replenishes immediately if you hit the right buttons.There is no doubt which way a judges’ scorecard would go but what a statement it would be by the Brit to take this all the way.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 7)Stevenson has certainly had a wake up call in this fight.He was disrespectful to the Brit in the weigh-in and was certainly not expecting a fight like this.The quality of the champ is getting him to moments where it seems he has Padley on the verge of a knock down put he just cannot put him away.What is even more impressive is how quickly the man from Yorkshire recovers from these punches to come forward and land hard hits himself.Stevenson has not looked in any trouble in the fight but he is certainly not having everything his own way as he was expecting.This is not the exhibition he was expecting to put on.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 6)The fact he has taken this fight this far is a credit to Padley.Stevenson lands a series of punches that really seem to have the Brit on the ropes but he replies some big shots of his own.Padley has seemed on the verge of a knockout on two or three occasiions but he has comeback with punches that the champion definitely felt.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 5)Stevenson has such quck hands, that must be the hardest thing for Padley to deal with.Just as it seems the American is going to get a single shot off, within a matter of seconds he has hit you with three or four.Weirdly, the champ seems to have done away with trying to fight from behind his jab, he was getting some joy from those.As the jabs landed on the face of Padley, he seemed stunned, which was when you would expect Stevenson to follow up with combos to put him on the canvas.Stevenson lands a punch that hurts Padley but the electrician replies with a left followed by right that catch the American and surprise him.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 4) You cannot see Padley holding onto his undefeated pro record by the end of this fight.He needs to use this fight for what it is, a chance to see how far off the levels he is from fighting at the top in this division.Stevenson isn’t taking him lightly, he can see Padley has that tenacity to land something dangerous and get lucky.While the champ needs a convincing win, he needs to do it the right way with some technical boxing.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 3)The biggest compliment you can make so far in this one is that Padley has not looked out of his depth.When you come in at late notice, the biggest worry is to look a complete mismatch.Padley lands some good punches but Stevenson reacts with a combination of quick punches that send the Brit to the ropes.All the pressure is on the champ here, he has had a couple of rounds to look at his opponent but he really needs to be taking it up a gear now and showing his killer instinct.The American seems to be getting most joy with his strong jabs, they are catching Padley square in the face and really rocking him.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley (Round 2)While Padley was never part of the plan for this fight originally, he is undefeated in his pro career to this point.However, he has never faced an opponent of this calibre.Stevenson starts the fight in a patient fashio but lands three punches in very quick succession.While the power was lacking behind them, how quickly he got them off to land will have surprised Padley somewhat.Copy linkCopiedShakur Steenvson vs Josh Padley (Round 1)It is almost a strange situation when a boxer steps in at short notice to fill a fight.Especially facing a defending champion, you would think there would be no pressure and they can just give it their all to upset the odds.All too often though we see a cagey performance where they are more focussed on taking the fight as far as possible to give a good account of themselves and earn their purse.Padley seems to be in the camp of taking his unexpected moment in the limelight, he puts everything into some haymaker punches but cannot land a good connection.The champion seems a bit taken aback by the audacity of someone thinking they can do that to him.Almost as if he is going off script and was just supposed to be here to make up the numbers.Copy linkCopiedShakur Stevenson vs Josh PadleyWhat a moment this is for British boxer Padley.He stepped in at short notice for this one, the electrician downed tools and headed for Riyadh as soon as the opportunity presented itself.That fact alone puts some real pressure on the champion, if does not go straight through Padley with ease, it will raise some serious questions of Stevenson’s credentials.Copy linkCopiedCarlos Adames vs Hamzah SheerazWell that was a surprise to many.The first judge gave the fight to Sheeraz by a slender amount.Following that, the next one had a resounding win for Adames.Then, to the surprise of Adames, the final judge has the fight as a draw between the pair.Not many would have predicted that one, it may setup a future rematch between the pair.Copy linkCopiedCarlos Adames has split draw with Hamzah SheerazCopy linkCopiedCarlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 12)Most of the pundits have Adames at least three rounds up.That means only one thing for Sheeraz, knockout or bust.He has let his hands go a little more in the last two rounds but he seems to go back in his shell when he finally lands good hits.There doesn’t seem to be that animalistic hunger when they land to come inside and go for the kill.Sheeraz has probably won the last two rounds but it all seems too little too late.He is going to pay the price for allowing Adames just pick up rounds with scoring shots that were causing him no trouble.Copy linkCopied More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Latest updates from 3pm games as Tottenham lead Ipswich and Fulham losing to Crystal Palace

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      THE Premier League is LIVE with five games taking place on a Super Saturday RIGHT NOW!Earlier, Everton and Manchester United played at a classic in the pair’s final edition at Goodison Park – the visitors came from two goals down to draw 2-2.We will have updates from four Premier League matches – as well as a separate live blog from Arsenal vs West Ham – with Tottenham travelling to Ipswich and Fulham and Crystal Palace in a London derby.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Southampton 0-1 Brighton49 – Southampton score via Cameron Archer but trailed offside in his final movement. Promising nonetheless. Copy linkCopiedSECOND HALF BEGINSAnd we’re back across the grounds. Copy linkCopiedSon’s consistency Heung-Min Son now has at least 20 goal involvements in all competitions in his last nine seasons for Spurs:2016/17 – 28 (21 goals, 7 assists)2017/18 – 29 (18 goals, 11 assists)2018/19 – 29 (20 goals, 9 assists)2019/20 – 29 (18 goals, 11 assists)2020/21 – 37 (22 goals, 15 assists)2021/22 – 32 (24 goals, 8 assists)2022/23 – 20 (14 goals, 6 assists)2023/24 – 27 (17 goals, 10 assists)2024/25 – 20 (10 goals, 10 assists)Copy linkCopiedHALF-TIME First half comes to an end for all the games. Here’s a round-up of the current results: Fulham 0-1 Crystal PalaceIpswich Town 1-2 SpursBournemouth 0-1 WolvesSouthampton 0-1 Brighton Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-1 Crystal Palace Confidence is growing in Oliver Glasner’s side. Eze has threatened again and latest attempt to double the lead has come from Daniel Muñoz, who tends to find himself in the most obscure of goal-scoring potions – this one came from his more natural right-side berth.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-1 Crystal Palace – GOAL 37 – That Marco Silva face is screwing just that bit more now. Maxence Lacroix opens the scoring for Crystal Palace from a corner. Copy linkCopiedIpswich Town 1-2 Spurs – GOAL36 – Omari Hutchinson pulls one back for the Tractor Boys. Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-1 Wolves – GOAL36 – Wolves go-to man dose it again. Matheus Cunha pounces onto a 50-50 ball around the box before firing past Kepa. Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-0 Crystal Palace32 – Chances have been far and few between in this London clash. Eberechi Eze’s long-range free kick forces Bernd Leno to produce a proactive save. Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves – RED CARD 30 – After a VAR review, Illia Zabarnyi is sent off for rough chanllnege over the top of the ball and on the ankle of Wolves’ Rayan Aït-Nouri.Copy linkCopiedIpswich Town 0-2 Spurs – GOAL 25 – Son and Johnson combine again. The former weaves himself inside the box to find his teammate once again in an advantageous position and condition for an easy finish. Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-1 Brighton – GOAL 23 – Another goal conceded that sums up Southampton’s season. João Pedro snatches on a miscommunication from the Saints defence no more than 20 yards from their and dinks the onrushing Aaron Ramsdale in the process. Copy linkCopiedIpswich Town 0-1 Spurs18 – Vintage stuff from Son Heung-min who shimmies his defender to create space on the left wing and slides the ball across goal for an unmarked Brennan Johnson to pass into an empty net.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-0 Crystal Palace15 – Tends to be a familiar sight when Fulham aren’t leading: Marco Silva shaking his head in disgust. This time not for a missed chance or misplaced pass but for ill-judged tackle for Palace’s Chris Richards on Emile Smith Rowe. Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-0 Brighton11 – Jan Bednarek has gone down here and will be replaced by Armel Bella-Kotchap, who spent last season not playing much at PSV – on for his first Premier League minutes of the season!Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Wolves8 – Wolves nearly SCORE! The visitors come ramping down on a counter-attack led by Nélson Semedo, who cut inside before rasping a shot off the post and the follow-up was wonderfully kept out by Kepa from close-range.Copy linkCopiedIpswich Town 0-0 Spurs6 – Off to clashing start this one. Ispwich have hit scored, nearly scored and hit the bar all in the opening six minutes.Copy linkCopiedKICK-OFFAll the 3pm games have now kicked off. Copy linkCopiedUnited as they wereManchester United fought back from 2-0 down to earn a point at Goodison Park to stop a run of defeats – but it does little for them in terms of the league table.Ruben Amorim’s team remain in 15th position behind Crystal Palace and Tottenham on goal difference.Meanwhile, Everton have leapfrogged over those two clubs to sit temporarily in 12th – but that could all change with the following three o’clock kick-offs about to get underway.Arsenal v West HamBournemouth v WolvesFulham v Crystal PalaceIpswich v TottenhamSouthampton v BrightonCopy linkCopiedIpswich Town vs Spurs line-ups Ipswich Town XI: Palmer, Godfrey, O’Shea, Greaves, Davis, Cajuste, Phillips, Philogene, Hutchinson, Clarke, DelapSpurs XI: Vicario, Spence, Danso, Gray, Udogie, Bergvall, Bentancur, Johnson, Kulusevski, Son, TelCopy linkCopiedFulham vs Crystal Palace line-ups Fulham XI: Leno, Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson, Lukić, Berge, Traoré, Smith Rowe, Iwobi, JiménezCrystal Palace XI: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Muñoz, Mitchell; Hughes, Lerma; Sarr, Eze; Mateta.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth vs Wolves line-ups Bournemouth XI: Arrizabalaga; Hill, Zabarny, Huijsen, Kerkez; Cook, Christie; Tarvenier, Kluivertz, Seymenyo; OuattaraWolves XI: Sa; Doherty, Bueno, Toti; Semedo, Andre, J Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Bellegarde, Munetsi; Cunha. Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from Goodison ParkCopy linkCopiedFull time – Everton 2-2 Man UtdAnd breathe.Or should that be a sigh of relief? I suspect it should be if you are of a Manchester United persuasion.After unexpectedly fighting back from two goals down, the Red Devils got away with a huge penalty shout in stoppage time when De Ligt tugged at the shirt of Young.Earlier, Bruno Fernandes’ free-kick and Manuel Ugarte’s excellent volley had dragged the visitors level after they had been outplayed and outfought for most of the contest. Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-2 Man Utd90+3. Is this a penalty?!Gueye’s shot from outside the box is pushed out by Onana, and in the desperation to get to the loose ball, De Ligt appears to pull down Young.Andy Madley immediately waves the appeals away, but VAR are looking at it in depth – and now they’ve suggested an on-field review!The referee heads to the pitchside monitor under immense pressure from players and supporters. He watches it numerous times, and then returns to the field……where he sticks with his original decision! No penalty!Incredible scenes here at the death!Copy linkCopied More

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      Arsenal vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Premier League clash on NOW as Bowen gives Hammers SHOCK lead – latest updates

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      ARSENAL are taking on West Ham in a huge London derby RIGHT NOW!Hammers skipper Jarrod Bowen gave the Irons a shock lead just before half time, heading in from close range after great work from Aaron Wan-Bissaka.TV/Stream: Not available in the UKArsenal team: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Partey, Rice, Odegaard, Nwaneri, Trossard, MerinoWest Ham team: Areola, Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Cresswell, Scarles, Ward-Prowse, Soucek, Alvarez, Bowen, KudusCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Arsenal 0-1 West Ham47. Foul. Merino is looking keen in the press but catches Wan-Bissaka to alleviate some pressure for the Hammers.Copy linkCopiedSecond half! Arsenal 0-1 West Ham45. And we’re back at the Emirates.Arsenal’s starting eleven survived the hairdryer treatment and come back out unchanged.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 West HamMartin Odegaard is at the heart of the Gunners attack once again.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 West HamWest Ham lead despite a dominant display from the Gunners who have failed to convert.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 West HamWhat a half of football. Arteta’s decision to play Merino as a nine will undoubtedly come under questioning as will the Arsenal back line.Soucek failed to convert two chances in the air before Bowen headed home, a shock for the side with the best defensive record in the Premier League.Copy linkCopiedHALF TIME! Arsenal 0-1 West HamThe Gunners go into the break trailing to their London rivals.We can only imagine what Mikel Arteta will be telling his players.Work to do here at the Emirates.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 West HamWhat a goal! Jarrod Bowen starts the move with a slick turn and is in the final third to finish neatly after running the length of the pitch. Bowen plays it wide to Wan-Bissaka, who has been causing the Gunners all kinds of problems this afternoon, and Calafiori can’t keep him from crossing back onto Bowen’s diving header.A vintage counter from the Hammers. Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Arsenal 0-1 West Ham44. West Ham take the lead just before the break through Jarrod Bowen!Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham38. Corner. Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard rallied the crowd moments ago and the Gunners have piled on the pressure since.Jarrod Bowen makes a fantastic block to deny the Gunners a second chance from the set-piece.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham34. Chance. Soucek AGAIN fails to convert a header. He’s beaten the Arsenal back line to the ball twice now.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham31. Complaints can be heard from the home fans as Arsenal struggle to break through the Hammers’ back line. Meanwhile, ‘Champions of Europe, we know who we are!’ is ringing around the West Ham away end.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham28. The Hammers’ fans are enjoying themselves despite Arsenal’s dominance.Chants of ‘This is a library’ can be heard from the away end.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham25. CHANCE. Wan-Bissaka has been the Hammers’ brightest spark so far. The full back crosses to Jarrod Bowen who will be gutted with that miss. Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham21. The atmosphere is lifting here at the Emirates.Calafiori draws a save from Areola with a smash from the edge of the area.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham20. Offside. Merino lifts the home fans out of their seats but strikes well wide.The flag is raised to his relief.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham18. West Ham come close but Soucek heads over the bar.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham11. Close. Merino tries to nod the ball back across the box to Nwaneri but West Ham manage to clear.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham10. FOUL!Merino is punished for a light push in the back, which is followed by a loud groan from the home support.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham8. West Ham enjoy their first spell of possession in the Gunners’ half but it quickly fizzles out and they’re back to square one…Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham7. Merino is looking right at home in his new role up top.The midfielder-turned-striker is giving the Hammers no time on the ball.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 West Ham4. Arsenal are dominating possession early on and force Areola into a shaky clearance with an aggressive press, much to the delight of the home fans.The hosts look very comfortable.Copy linkCopiedKICK OFF – Arsenal 0-0 West Ham1′ Craig Pawson blows the whistle and we’re off!Copy linkCopiedThe sides are out!North London forever rings around the Emirates as West Ham wait to kick off.Copy linkCopiedTrossard is confident in the Gunners’ beliefCopy linkCopiedPotter remains positive in press conference despite shaky startThe manager insists he is “loving” life with the Hammers, adding: “There’s always more work to do, and always room for improvement.“I realised before, and now, that it’s a huge club with great support, ambition and infrastructure. “There’s loads going for it, and obviously we’ve had a tricky situation with changing managers, the results and everything else.”Copy linkCopied More

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      Leicester vs Brentford LIVE SCORE: Premier League updates as Foxes look to climb out of bottom three – latest

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      LEICESTER welcome Brentford to the King Power Stadium for a huge Premier League clash on Friday Night Football.The Foxes can climb out of the bottom three with a win as Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side look to avoid an immediate return to the Championship.Brentford sit comfortably in midtable, but victory this evening could ignite their aspirations for a spot in Europe next season.Kick off time: 8pm GMTTV channel: Sky Sports Premier LeagueLive stream: NOW/Sky Sports appLeicester team: Hermansen, Coulibaly, Okoli, Faes, Kristiansen, Soumare, Ndidi, El Khannouss, De Cordova-Reid, Ayew, Vardy.Brentford team: Flekken; Ajer, Collins, Pinnock, Lewis-Potter; Norgaard, Janelt, Damsgaard; Mbuemo, Wissa, SchadeCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below… More

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      Europa Conference League draw LIVE: Chelsea get DREAM path to the final as they avoid big hitters – updates

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      CHELSEA were handed a DREAM path to the final of the Europa Conference League.Enzo Maresca’s Blues are massive favourites for the competition after they come through the group phase with six wins and 25 goals, all while resting Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson.Chelsea will face Copenhagen in the round of 16 then the winner, and then the winner of Molde vs Legia Warsaw – importantly, the likes of Fiorentina and Real Betis are on the other side of the draw.The Round of 16 matches take place on March 6/13, while the quarter-finals are on April 10/17.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow ALL of the latest updates below…Making historyAs well as silverware, there are two big incentives for Chelsea to win this year’s Conference League.If they do so, they will become the first side to triumph in all three of Uefa’s main competitions.While winning it will also guarantee a place in next season’s Europa League – should their form in the Premier League drop away. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedChelsea’s route to the finalEnzo Maresca’s Blues are the big favourites to lift the Conference League after blitzing their way through the group stages.Following today’s draw, here’s their route to the final on May 28.Round of 16: CopenhagenQuarter-final: Molde or Legia WarsawSemi-final: Pafos, Djurgarden, Borac or SK RapidFinal: Real Betis, Vitoria SC, Jagielloina, Cercle Brugge, Celje, Lugano, Panathinaikos or FiorentinaCredit: PACopy linkCopiedDates for the diaryWith the final draw of the season now complete, we now know the route to the final in Warsaw in May.Here’s the schedule for the Conference League over the next 99 days: Round of 16: 6 & 13 MarchQuarter-finals: 10 & 17 AprilSemi-finals: 1 & 8 MayFinal: 28 MayCredit: EPACopy linkCopiedUefa make ‘exception’ for Chelsea and SpursUefa rules usually prevent two clubs in the same city, or within a 50km radius, hosting European matches on the same day.But the organisation have reportedly relaxed rules ahead of Chelsea and Spurs now both being in action on March 13.Chelsea will host Copenhagen at Stamford Bridge, while Tottenham welcome AZ Alkmaar to North London in the Europa League. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedKeep Palm and carry onChelsea won all of their group stage games on their way to the Conference League knockouts. Cole Palmer wasn’t registered by the club in the early stages of the competition, with the club preferring to keep the England star fit for domestic action.But Chelsea have now activated Palmer for the remainder of the tournament. Trevoh Chalobah and Mathis Amougou will also be available to Enzo Maresca against Copenhagen. Copy linkCopiedConference League draw in fullIf you’re just joining us after your lunch break, here’s a reminder of how the Conference League draw played out. Jagiellonia Bialystok vs Cercle BruggeMolde vs Legia WarsawCelje vs LuganoPafos vs DjurgardenPanathinaikos vs FiorentinaBorac vs Rapid ViennaReal Betis vs VitoriaCopenhagen vs ChelseaCredit: EPACopy linkCopiedMaresca rallying cryChelsea’s Enzo Maresca maintains that the Blues are targeting a top-four spot this season.And he’s called on Chelsea fans to stop looking backwards and instead embrace the run-in. Maresca said: “The only thing I can say is that every time the fans have been behind us, we really appreciate because we are sure that with the fans behind we can achieve soon our target.”We mention many times that when you can hear the fans pushing in behind [you], it is a nice feeling.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedChelsea vs Copenhagen head-to-headThe Blues are no strangers to the Danish club, with the last meeting coming in 2011.On that occasion, Copenhagen frustrated Chelsea to a 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge. In the reverse fixture, a Nicolas Anelka brace gave Chelsea all three points in the Danish capital.Chelsea 1-1 Copenhagen – 22 October 1998, Cup Winners CupCopenhagen 0-1 Chelsea – 5 November 1998, Cup Winners CupCopenhagen 0-2 Chelsea – 22 February 2011, Champions LeagueChelsea 0-0 Copenhagen – 16 March 2011, Champions LeagueCopy linkCopiedAll Bets are offChelsea could be on a potential collision course with Real Betis if they reach the Conference League final.The Spanish side are currently 8th in LaLiga.Manchester United winger Antony is on loan at the club – and has hit three goals in five games since moving to Spain .Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – Blues learn fateChelsea will take on FC Copenhagen for a place in the last-eight of the Europa Conference League.The winner of that tie will face either Molde or Legia Warsaw in the quarters.While Enzo Maresca’s side are on the other side of the draw to both Fiorentina and Real Betis. Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw semi-final bracketSemi-final 1Jagiellonia Bialystok or Cercle Brugge vs Real Betis or VitoriaCelje or Lugano vs Panathinaikos or FiorentinaSemi-final 2Copenhagen or Chelsea vs Molde or Legia WarsawPafos or Djurgarden vs Borac or Rapid ViennaCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw quarter-final bracketJagiellonia Bialystok or Cercle Brugge vs Real Betis or VitoriaCelje or Lugano vs Panathinaikos or FiorentinaCopenhagen or Chelsea vs Molde or Legia WarsawPafos or Djurgarden vs Borac or Rapid ViennaCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw in fullJagiellonia Bialystok vs Cercle BruggeMolde vs Legia WarsawCelje vs LuganoPafos vs DjurgardenPanathinaikos vs FiorentinaBorac vs Rapid ViennaReal Betis vs VitoriaCopenhagen vs ChelseaCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestCopenhagen vs ChelseaCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestReal Betis vs Vitoria Copy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestBorac vs Rapid ViennaCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestPanathinaikos vs FiorentinaCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestPafos vs DjurgardenCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestCelje vs Lugano Copy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestMolde vs Legia WarsawCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestJagiellonia Bialystok vs Cercle BruggeCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestConvoluted draw explainer video finally over, time to get underway…Copy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestMichal Zewlakow is the legend introduced to draw out the ties.18 goals in over 450 career games – his entire montage consists of bone-crunching tackles and fist pumps to the crowd.Proper player. He also tips Chelsea to go all the way…Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestIt wouldn’t be a Uefa event without montages.We’re currently in the middle of a lengthy introduction, with all 16 teams getting their own slot. Draw soon…promise. Copy linkCopiedEuropa Conference League draw – latestAnother set change in Nyon for the third draw of the day. Pedro Pinto is earning his coin. He hosts yet again with Uefa bigwig Giorgio Marchetti about to introduce a legend to draw the ties. Credit: AFPCopy linkCopied More