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    Frankfurt vs Tottenham (agg 1-2) LIVE RESULT: Solanke first-half penalty puts Spurs into final four of Europa League

    TOTTENHAM are THROUGH to the semi-final of the Europa League after BEATING Frankfurt.James Maddison was involved in a horror collision in the first half, which saw Spurs awarded a penalty, with Dominic Solanke stepping up to score it.Mathys Tel originally stepped up to take the penalty, but Ange Postecoglou appeared to tell the French forward to let Solanke take the kick, in the absence of captain Son Heung-Min.The second half saw chances few and far between, but Spurs were able to hold on, giving them something to celebrate in a torrid season. Match result: Frankfurt 0-1 Tottenham (agg 1-2)CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Maddison going through itJames Maddison had a rough night, and it ended before half-time.He won the penalty which ultimately won Spurs the game, but he did it in a night ending way it seems.Maddison’s night ended when Cristian Romero sent a contentious ball forward, and the English midfielder was wiped out by Kaua Santos in the Frankfurt net.He fell down in a heap, looking possibly concussed, but he got back up. However, he could only play on for around 5 minutes, coming off with he indicated was a hip injury. Copy linkCopiedSunSport’s match reportSpurs were 1-0 winners in Germany, with SunSport’s Tom Barclay covering the action.Copy linkCopiedPenalty dramaAfter James Maddison won the penalty, it was initially Mathys Tel who stepped up to take it.However, Postecoglou could be seen from the dugout shouting “DOM,” indicating he wanted Solanke to take it.Tel gave the ball to Solanke, and he scored from the spot. Probably the right call from the Aussie gaffer. Credit: Bradley Collyer/PA WireCopy linkCopiedPressure off?Ange Postecoglou came into the game under HUGE pressure, with Spurs 15th in the Premier League.It felt do or die for Spurs, and the delivered in a big way.Solanke’s penalty was the difference between the two sides on the night.Ange can now sleep easier, knowing he had a lot more credit in the bank.Credit: Bradley Collyer/PA WireCopy linkCopiedPostecoglou super proud of SpursIt is almost certainly the highlight of Ange Postecoglou’s time at Tottenham.With the Aussie’s job on the line, Spurs travelled to the cauldron of Deutsche Bank Park and produced a dogged display full of heart and character.And after wild celebrations at full time, Postecoglou couldn’t hide his pride he had for his team.It was good. You know what you’re up against in the away leg of a European quarter-final. We had to work hard, we had to defend, we had to be well organised. I couldn’t be prouder of the lads, the togetherness of the lads, we earned the right to go through. There’s been a fair bit of noise around the team, but you wouldn’t know it – they don’t care. They’ve just been so focused on achieving what we wanted to. I’m super proud of the lads. Ange PostecoglouTNT SportsCopy linkCopiedMatch stats from Deutsche Bank ParkCopy linkCopiedSolanke: We want trophiesTottenham matchwinner Dominic Solanke admitted that it’s been a tough season, but insists it can end in glory with Ange Postecoglou in charge.Speaking after the heroic 1-0 win in Frankfurt, the Spurs striker responded to a question about his manager’s future by pointing out they have a great opportunity to claim silverware despite all the criticism the club have faced.We haven’t had the best season in the Premier League, but ultimately we want to win trophies but we have a good chance of doing that this year in this cup.Dominic SolankeTNT SportsCopy linkCopiedFrom Tom Barclay at Deutsche Bank ParkAnge Postecoglou is bear-hugging all his players after an absolutely massive win for his side out here in Frankfurt.There was a very real danger that he could have lost his job had Spurs lost here.But now he has Tottenham dreaming they can go all the way in this competition and win their first trophy in 17 years.His team provided their most committed and mature performance of his tenure just when he needed it most.Copy linkCopiedFull time – E. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)A huge result for Tottenham Hotspur. A huge result for Ange Postecoglou.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)90+8. The goalkeeper is up for the set-piece, but Tottenham survive……and now Destiny Udogie is taking the ball downfield.Sarr is telling him to go for the empty goal, but he’s happy to wind the clock down……and there goes the final whistle!!Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)90+7. Romero – back up from his head knock – rushes out of his area, and dives in with a ridiculous tackle that takes out Skhiri.It earns him his customary yellow, but more worryingly gifts a free-kick to Frankfurt 30 yards from goal.Hold tight, Tottenham fans.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)90+3. A cross from the left is deflected behind for a Frankfurt corner, and nerves among the travelling fans are at the maximum level.The home side pack the box and despite a sea of bodies rising to the ball, it travels right through where Udogie wins a throw.Meanwhile, two Spurs players – Sarr and Romero – are down, and undoubtedly eating up time.The refere, responding to the whistles from the crowd, dramatically points to his watch as if to tell them that this will be added back on.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)90. Spurs break up the pressure with Kulusevski, who does really well to run the ball down the line and keep possession. The board goes up, and there will be five minutes of stoppage time for Spurs to see out.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)88. Every player is deep inside the Tottenham half, but the coolest man on the pitch is Guglielmo Vicario, who comes out to claim a deep cross into the box.There will be no playing out from the back here. The Italian drops to the floor, and when he gets back up, he will be launching it downfield.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)86. Spurs are living very, very dangerously.It’s pure panic stations back there at times with Frankfurt coming time and time and time again.Whenever Spurs to get a foot in, they are thumping it whatever part of the pitch they can.Can the Premier League side hold on?Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)84. Kristensen again!The Leeds loanee is often Frankfurt’s furthest forward player, but he’s not missed good chances with his head, right foot and now left.The right-back scuffs this effort straight at Vicario while unmarked ten yards out.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)82. Frankfurt should be level!With play built-up on the left, Tottenham are caught out on over the right by a 2 on 1 overload.A cross trickles into the path of Kristensen, who has the whole goal to aim at, before he slams his left-footer wide of the far post.A big, big chance goes begging!Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)79. Ange Postecoglou responds to the Frankfurt alterations with a switch of his own – and it looks like he’s tightening things up.Forward Mathys Tel is withdrawn and on comes the battling midfield Pape Sarr.Meanwhile, Rodrigo Bentancur has been cautioned for a foul on Can Uzun.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)77. The hosts make two changes with Ansgar Knauff and Elye Wahi thrown on with Frankfurt desperately needing a goal.Off go Hugo Larsson and Nathaniel Brown.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)75. Tottenham are living dangerously now!Mathys Tel twice plays his team into trouble, and it ends with Kristensen drilling a cross in from the right for Chaibi to toepoke goalwards.Vicario barely has time to see it yet still produces an instinctive block with his feet to keep Spurs’ lead in tact.The ball is still alive though, and soon lands on Kristensen’s head and nearly spins in at the far post despite the fact that the right-back was trying to put to back into the danger area.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)73. Into the final stages in Germany.One final push needed now, Spurs fans.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)70. Romero gets to the ball ahead of Ekitike in the box, and suddenly thousands of Frankfurt fans are screaming for a spotkick.I’m not sure whether they’re claiming for a foul or handball, but both seem optimistic given that the Argentine barely made contact with the striker and then was struck by the ball on the top of the shoulder.The video officials do give it a cursory review, but it’s quickly over – much to the fury of Frankfurt coach Dino Toppmoller.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)67. A Tottenham player gets their head on the set-piece again!This time it’s Bentancur, whose effort soars over the crossbar at the near post.It was a tougher chance than Romero’s, and nowhere near as close, but the Uruguayan is still furious with himself for not converting.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)66. Spurs threaten on the counter again.Udogie and Tel work it down the left, and then the former nearly picks out the arriving Johnson at the far post.Only a desperate last-ditch interception takes it off the Welsh forward’s foot and away for another Spurs corner.Copy linkCopiedE. Frankfurt 0-1 Spurs (Agg: 1-2)64. Frankfurt are committing more men forward – and it’s leaving gaps at the back for Spurs to exploit.On the counter, Johnson and Kulusevski almost work an opening that the Swede eventually crashes into a nearby defender for a corner.Copy linkCopied More

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    Inter vs Bayern (agg 4-3) LIVE RESULT: Inter book place in final four after NARROW aggregate victory over Bayern

    INTER Milan booked their place in the final four of the Champions League in Italy.Bayern’s Harry Kane is chasing a first career trophy, but it will need to come in the Bundesliga if he is to win it this season. Inter Milan were pegged back to 2-2 on the aggregate after Kane’s strike in the second half, but they had a huge counter punch for Bayern.Lautaro Martinez and Benjamin Pavard scored to put PSG 4-2 up on aggregate, and Eric Dier’s late strike could not inspire a late Bayern comeback.Match result: Inter Milan 2-2 Bayern MunichCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below… More

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    Newcastle vs Crystal Palace LIVE RESULT: Newcastle DOMINATE at St James Park as they hit Eagles for FIVE

    NEWCASTLE were DOMINANT as they thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0 at St. James Park.Newcastle further cemented their place in the Champions League spots with a huge win over Crystal Palace.The Toon continued their fine form, and extended their winning run to six games.Jason Tindall’s side hammered the Eagles 5-0 with goals from Jacob Murphy, Harvey Barnes, Fabian Schar and Alexander Isak. Match result: Newcastle 5-0 Crystal PalaceCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below… More

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    Real Madrid vs Arsenal (agg: 0-3) LIVE SCORE: Champions League updates as Los Blancos team is ‘LEAKED’ ahead of huge tie

    ARSENAL travel to the Spanish capital for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Real Madrid TONIGHT.Declan Rice was the star of the show at the Emirates last week, scoring TWO spectacular free-kicks as the Gunners stunned Los Blancos with a 3-0 win in the first leg.Real Madrid will be eyeing a historic comeback at the Bernabeu, with the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior leading the way for the 15-time Champions League winners.However, the Spanish giants will need to do something they haven’t done since 1985, and overturn a 3-0 aggregate deficit in a European competition, if they are to make the semi-final.Kick-off: 8pm BSTTV channel: TNT Sports 1live stream: Discovery+Real Madrid XI: team to followArsenal XI: team to followCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…’Gunners would consider Saliba swap for 2 Real stars’Arsenal are fighting to keep William Saliba – but would consider selling him to Real Madrid in exchange for TWO players.That’s the claim from Spanish outlet Defensa Central , even though the Gunners’ overwhelming preference would be to extend Saliba’s contract beyond 2027.William Saliba jetted out for tonight’s tie from Luton airport yesterdayCredit: GettyIt’s suggested Arsenal value their France centre-back at around 100million euros – about £86m.Defensa Central  reckon the Gunners would reluctantly consider an approach from Saliba’s main suitors – and tonight’s opponents -Real.But Emirates chiefs could demand both Arda Guler and Endrick in return.But it’s thought Real have no interest in allowing either of those stars to go.Instead, the Spanish giants are tipped to wait – ideally hoping Saliba doesn’t sign a new deal and becomes a free agent in two years’ time.But that’s a high-risk strategy – because the smart money is on the defender agreeing a new Arsenal contract and, if he didn’t, he would be sure to attract many offers. Copy linkCopiedArt and designMikel Arteta says Arsenal must paint an “exciting” vision of what they want to achieve tonight – then draw on it to succeed.The Gunners defend a 3-0 lead at the Bernabeu from 8pm tonight.Arsenal boss Arteta said: “When you have to create a story, first of all, you have to be excited about it.”You have to be really prepared about it, and then you have to be really convinced about what you want to achieve. Credit: Getty”Then it’s about insisting, and going step by step.”Copy linkCopiedReal eyeing double ‘Ram-my’ against English clubsArsenal’s Emirates ecstasy last week was built almost as much on their excellent overall performance as it was by three excellent goals. Declan Rice’s two long-range free-kick were followed by a clinical Mikel Merino clincher.And Real have only ONCE before overhauled a three-goal disadvantage in Europe’s top club competition.That was when it was still called the European Cup – and it was an ENGLISH club they broke the hearts of. Real slumped 4-1 at Derby County in October 1975.But they sunk the Rams 5-1 in the return leg 5-1 for a 6-5 aggregate success. Charlie George fired Derby 1-0 up on the way to a 4-1 home win over Real in October 1975, but the Spanish giants won the return leg 5-1Credit: PA:Press AssociationCopy linkCopiedYou’d be Mad to doubt usEngland hero Jude Bellingham loves the “trust” and “expectation” in Real to overcome their 3-0 deficit.Declan Rice’s dream free-kick double put Arsenal in first-leg fantasy land.But Bellingham said: “There’s a lot of trust in the talent. “There’s an expectation from Real Madrid that when we get into these kind of holes we can come back, even if it’s a really tough one, a really difficult one.””Just because the club has done it so many times, that’s what’s so impressive about the size of this club, and the expectations are obviously huge.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedPray JudeIf there’s one Spanish word imprinted in Jude Bellingham’s word this week, it’s Remontada – meaning comeback.Real host Arsenal tonight chasing one of the all-time great turnarounds – after losing the quarter-final first leg 3-0 last week.And Bellingham is hungry for history,He said: “There’s not a lot you can do for Real Madrid in the Champions League that hasn’t already been done.”(It’s) an opportunity for us to do something for the first time and that’s really important to us.”It’s a weird environment these last few days. One of the worst results we could possibly imagine away and for some reason everyone thinks it’s nailed on that we’ll come back.”Copy linkCopiedVinicius & Jude set for recalls Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham played only half-hour cameos as subs in rEal’s 1-0 weekend win at Alaves.But both are certain to start this evening – especially after the Real team was leaked (see below) to the Spanish media. Vinicius will resume his fearsome partnership up front with Kylian Mbappe.And England midfielder Bellingham is set to start alongside Rodrygo. Copy linkCopiedMbappe warning for GunnersCarlo Ancelotti reckons Kylian Mbappe will be hungrier than ever tonight – after his weekend red card.Mbappe had his yellow for a bad foul in Sunday’s 1-0 LaLiga win over Alaves upgraded to a straight dismissal following a VAR intervention.But the France striker will serve his one-game ban domestically – at home to Athletic Bilbao next Sunday – and so will face Arsenal this evening.Credit: AFPAncellotti said:. “He trained very well. He’s very motivated, and obviously we need him. “We have to score goals. He’s scored a lot this season, but (now) we need him more than ever.”Copy linkCopiedCarlo Ancelotti speaksReal Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti stated that his team is “excited and motivated” ahead of tonight’s massive task against Arsenal.The team is excited and motivated. Mentally we are in a very good place.We have to have a good handle on the game. Because Real Madrid has all the resources to come back: Quality, commitment, experience, fans… The resources are there.The only thing that remains is for each one of us to bring out the best in ourselves.In previous years they also said that we didn’t play spectacular football. And that may be true.But what Real Madrid wants more than spectacular football is effective football. The Bernabeu has always helped us a lot.The pitch is always the same, the colour of the grass is the same, but you’ll see a supportive atmosphere.Carlo AncelottiCopy linkCopiedReal Madrid team news for Arsenal clash ‘LEAKED’Real Madrid’s team to face Arsenal has been leaked by Spanish media.Carlo Ancelotti’s side face the gargantuan task of overhauling a 3-0 deficit against Arsenal at the Bernabeu.And to achieve the unthinkable, Ancelotti will reportedly make some significant changes to his side.That includes Arsenal flop Dani Ceballos starting in midfield, according to AS.The ex-Gunner, who spent two seasons on loan at the Emirates during which he scored just twice, will play alongside Federico Valverde, who returns to his natural role after featuring at right-back at the Emirates last week.Raul Asencio will fulfil that role instead, moving across from centre-back.That allows Aurelien Tchouameni to return to the team following his suspension.Copy linkCopiedJude Bellingham comeback statementReal Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham has claimed that there is a lot of belief that a comeback victory over Arsenal is “nailed on”.Everyone thinks it is nailed on that we will come back. It is a weird environment, but it is a nice feeling. It means there is a lot of trust in the talent.There is an expectation from around the world that when we get into these kinds of holes, we can come back, even if it is a really tough one.It is a night made for Real Madrid, and would go down in history, but also something people are familiar with around this part of the world.Hopefully, we can add another special night.It is something that you want to be a part of, it is something that you want to add to the history of this club.There is not a lot you can do for Real Madrid in the Champions League that has not already been done. This is an opportunity for us to do something for the first time. That is really important to us.Jude BellinghamJude Bellingham confidently claims ‘everyone thinks it’s nailed on’ that Real Madrid will win Arsenal tie from 3-0 downCopy linkCopiedMore from ArtetaIt would be natural for this Arsenal squad – one that is young and inexperienced – to perhaps fear the wave of noise and pressure coming their way at Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu.This group have only experienced one other Champions League journey – last year’s progression to the quarter-finals only to be knocked out by Bayern Munich in Germany.I wouldn’t use that word [fear]. Respect, admiration for what they’ve done in the competition as a club over the years, the history they have, the values that they defend.Unbelievable. Amazing. And inspiration for any coach, any manager, any team. But after that is the competition.It’s what we are going to face, an opposition that we know very well and that we are determined to go out there and try to win the game.When you have to create a story, when you have to build a story, first of all you have to be excited about it. Then you have to be really convinced about what you want to achieve.A lot of clubs have built their history by doing it many times, trying many times, sometimes failing, sometimes being successful. Last year we had an experience and we want to be better this season.Mikel ArtetaCopy linkCopiedTeam newsArsenal boss Mikel Arteta confirmed Thomas Partey is fine after he was forced off during Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Brentford.Ben White also trained with the rest of Arteta’s team despite missing the Premier League match against the Bees at the Emirates due to a knock.And Raheem Sterling is also available after missing last week’s first leg through suspension.Jorginho, on the other hand, hasn’t travelled after he picked up an abdominal injury against Thomas Frank’s side.Gabriel Magalhaes (hamstring), Kai Havertz (hamstring), Gabriel Jesus (knee) and Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee) remain sidelined.Riccardo Calafiori poses as a doubt as he didn’t participate in training on Tuesday amid his recovery from knee injury.Real boss Carlo Ancelotti, on the other hand, is without Eduardo Camavinga following his red card in the first leg at the Emirates.However, Aurelien Tchouameni is likely to take Camavinga’s spot in midfield after he served his own suspension last week.Ex-Arsenal ace Dani Ceballos returned on Sunday’s 1-0 win at Alaves but Ferland Mendy and Andriy Lunin are still out due to a hamstring and calf injury respectively.And Eder Militao as well as Dani Carvajal remain sidelined after sustaining serious knee injuries.Copy linkCopiedArteta on Real ‘comeback’ narrativeArsenal boss Mikel Arteta has urged his players to ignore Real Madrid’s “comeback” narrative and do their talking on the pitch.On the back page of every major Spanish newspaper has been the phrase “Remontada”, meaning “comeback”.It’s impossible [to block that out], but outside we can do it on the pitch. Now I understand that it’s the narrative that is going to give the fuel to them.We have tried to repeat the opposite message. So in the brain of the players, what they have here in the last 72 hours is something completely different.We are very close to them and hopefully that’s more powerful than anything else. But you have to be out there, you have to experience it, you have to feel it and you have to go through it. That’s what we have to do.I understand [comebacks] are a part of their history and they have the right to be talking about these kinds of scenarios.Ours is very different and our mindset, preparation, our thoughts and how we’re going to have the best chance to be better than them in the aspects that are crucial.To prepare for a semi-final like this and be convinced that we can handle any situation and we’re going to enjoy actually playing any kind of game that we have to be thrown in.But we’re going to try to take the game to places very different to their intentions and if we do that we’re going to have a good chance to win the game.The first leg, that’s in the past. We have to prove it now in this context. And that’s the beauty of it. That’s the challenge and that’s the great thing about sports.We’ve shown that we are capable of doing it. Now, let’s talk on the pitch and do it on the pitch. It’s the only thing that matters.Mikel ArtetaCopy linkCopiedGood afternoon from MadridWelcome to SunSport’s live blog coverage of Arsenal’s crunch Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu.The Gunners shocked the world when they destroyed the reigning European champions 3-0 at the Emirates last week.Now Real are chasing at least three goals just to take the match to extra-time.SunSport will be bringing you all the latest news, exciting updates and live action from the game.So stick around…Copy linkCopied More

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    Aston Villa vs PSG (agg: 4-5) LIVE RESULT: Heartbreak for heroic hosts as they fight back but can’t complete comeback

    HEROIC Aston Villa came close but could not quite complete a dramatic Champions League comeback against Paris Saint-Germain.Villa’s players walked out to raucous noise at Villa Park, with a huge tifo and Price William and George making themselves heard for a massive game.But Unai Emery’s side conceded two early goals to find themselves 5-1 down on aggregate against the Ligue 1 champions and staring at an exit.Youri Tielemans then scored to give the hosts hope before John McGinn and Ezri Konsa scored to leave Villa needing just a goal and PSG seriously wobbling.Villa piled on the pressure – Ian Maatsen having a goal-bound effort cleared off the line – but PSG managed to hold on to earn their place in the semi-final, where they play the winner of Real Madrid and Arsenal.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below… Reborn Rashford revelling at VillaAston Villa’s spark in the second half coincided with Marcus Rashford taking it up a notch. The Manchester United loanee brilliantly set-up Ezri Konsa’s goal by leaving two PSG players for dead on the right wing.Since making his Villa debut in February, no Premier League player has provided more assists across all competitions than Rashford (5).And when asked about the forward after the game, Unai Emery hinted that he would love to make the temporary move permanent.”It is difficult to plan it now,” the Villa boss revealed.”He is feeling better and he played a fantastic match. We are very happy. If he is happy, we are happy. It depends on the circumstances for now and the next weeks.”Copy linkCopiedWills’ Villa TormentPrince William and George have been left heartbroken after they watched Aston Villa narrowly drop out of the Champions League.The royal pair watched through 90 minutes of ecstasy and turmoil as they saw PSG score twice early on before Unai Emery’s side pulled back three goals.Copy linkCopiedRoared on at fortress Villa ParkAston Villa may have come up agonisingly short in their quarter-final quest with PSG, but by fighting back to win on the night they did at least extend their unbeaten home record in front of a raucous crowd.Unai Emery’s team are now undefeated at Villa Park in 18 games across all competitions (W12 D6). It is their longest run without losing on home soil since a run of 20 games between April 1990 and February 1991.D2-2 v Crystal Palace (PL, Nov 23)D0-0 v Juventus (CL, Nov 27)W3-1 v Brentford (PL, Dec 4)W1-0 v Southampton (PL, Dec 7)W2-1 v Man City (PL, Dec 21)D2-2 v Brighton (PL, Dec 30)W2-1 v Leicester (PL, Jan 4)W2-1 v West Ham (FAC3, Jan 10)D1-1 v West Ham (PL, Jan 26)W4-2 v Celtic (CL, Jan 29)W2-1 v Tottenham (FAC4, Feb 9)D1-1 v Ipswich (PL, Feb 15)D2-2 v Liverpool (PL, Feb 19)W2-1 v Chelsea (PL, Feb 22)W2-0 v Cardiff (FAC5, Feb 28)W3-0 v Club Brugge (CL, Mar 12)W2-1 v Nott’m Forest (PL, Apr 5)W3-2 v PSG (CL, Apr 15)Copy linkCopiedTerrific Tielemans shines for VillaAston Villa’s Youri Tielemans is having a season to remember.The midfielder has been a mainstay of the midfield this campaign, and leads the way for all kinds of club statistics.His deflected strike tonight dragged Villa back into the tie, and made it 13 goal involvements in all competitions this term (four goals and nine assists).It is the Belgian’s best tally in a single season since 15 for Leicester in 2020-21 (nine goals and six assists).Copy linkCopiedProud Emery thanks the fansUnai Emery says he has more to achieve at Aston Villa.In his two-and-a-half years in charge, the Spaniard has taken the club from the Premier League relegation zone to the Champions League quarter-finals.And reflecting on a dramatic night at Villa Park, Emery suggested he still wanted to reward the Villa fans, who have been so crucial to this season’s European success.I am very proud of everything. Getting to this level is the next step forward, I want to try to win with Aston Villa. We played two legs, we competed well and it wasn’t even. Today we competed better and we were close to the result. I want to try to work for my next process at Aston Villa. The crowd was fantastic, they gave us energy – even at 2-0. Still, a little bit more to do better to try to get it.Unai EmeryAmazon PrimeCopy linkCopiedHow a crazy night unravelledIgnoring the fact that the second PSG goal graphic has been placed incorrectly, here’s the Opta momentum graph that shows how this topsy-turvy Champions League classic played out.The hosts enjoyed great spells of dominance either side of half-time, but appeared to lose their way late on after John McGinn and Marcus Rashford were substituted, with PSG content to play the clock out.Copy linkCopiedBarca join PSG in semisIn the night’s other quarter-final, Barcelona staved off a brave Borussia Dortmund fightback to book their place in the last four.Four-nil down from the first leg, the Bundesliga side struck either side of half-time through Serhou Guirassy.Guirassy completed his hat-trick late on, but only after a Ramy Bensebaini’s own goal gave Barca breathing space.Champions League semi-finalsBarcelona v Inter or Bayern MunichReal Madrid or Arsenal v PSGCopy linkCopiedPSG skipper feels this is their yearCaptain Marquinhos believes there is a different mindset about this group of Paris Saint-Germain players.The Brazilian revealed that even when the French team were forced back against the wall in the second half, their belief carried them through.After years of close calls, the positivity among the squad is also the reason why Marquinhos thinks this year will be when PSG finally crack the Champions League.We knew it was going to be a difficult game. We had belief, we kept our intensity and we believed until the end we were going to go through. It is such a difficult competition but we are getting better and better and we are proving we are good team. There is belief that we can go all the way and win it this year.MarquinhosAmazon PrimeCopy linkCopiedVilla’s Champions League dream endsFormer European Cup winners, Aston Villa’s inaugural season in the Champions League comes to an end.The Villians have been an excellent addition to the competition, winning eight of their 12 matches across the campaign.W3-0 v Young Boys (A, Sept 17)W1-0 v Bayern Munich (H, Oct 2)W2-0 v Bologna (H, Oct 22)L1-0 v Club Brugge (A, Nov 6)D0-0 v Juventus (H, Nov 27)W3-2 v RB Leipzig (A, Dec 10)L1-0 v Monaco (A, Jan 21)W4-2 v Celtic (H, Jan 29)W3-1 v Club Brugge (A, Mar 4)W3-0 v Club Brugge (H, Mar 12)L3-1 v PSG (A, Apr 9)W3-2 v PSG (H, Apr 15)Copy linkCopiedEzri: Early goals killed usEzri Konsa felt his team left themselves too much of an uphill task after conceding two early goals in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Paris Saint-Germain.Strikes from Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes in the opening 27 minutes at Villa Park left Unai Emery’s team 5-1 down on aggregate.Yet a stirring comeback almost saw Villa achieve the impossible, and Konsa was quick to point out the pride that the Premier League side are feeling despite elimination.I’m very proud of the boys and what we did tonight. The two goals at the start killed us but we showed great belief and character to get back into it. We won the second leg but it wasn’t enough. At half-time we felt we had nothing to lose. We wanted to go out there and prove a point. I don’t think we could have done any more. We showed tonight we can compete at the highest level and we want to do it again next season.Ezri KonsaAmazon PrimeCopy linkCopiedMatch stats from Villa ParkIn what was their first ever Champions League campaign, Aston Villa have been eliminated at the quarter-final stage, winning eight of their 12 games (D1 L3).No side has ever won more matches in their debut campaign in the competition (also 8 wins for Lazio and Valencia in 1999-00).Copy linkCopiedFrom Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkAston Villa’s Champions League dream is over – but boy did they go down fighting!Only a hat-trick of heartbreaking second half saves from Gianluigi Donnarumma prevented Unai Emery’s battlers from pulling off a sensational comeback.And Ezri Konsa, already a goalscorer, will curse his luck that he didn’t flick his forehead at the right time to connect with a header with the goal at his mercy.It was brave, it was thrilling and it was oh, so close.But Willian Pacho somehow blocked Ian Maatsen’s netbound volley in stoppage time – as Unai Emery hit the deck in frustration.PSG may well go on to win the trophy they want more than any other.But they are unlikely to work harder than they were forced to against valiant Villa.Sadly, Prince William won’t be knighting any of his Villa heroes ….. this season.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Aston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)The final whistle is blown (far too early).Aston Villa are down, Aston Villa are out, but Aston Villa can be proud of their efforts this evening.An astonishing night’s football at Villa Park has seen Unai Emery’s team rise from the ashes to win the game but not the tie.Four goals behind at one point, Villa rallied and at the start of the second half came within a whisker of levelling the contest.Yet it was not to be, and these home fans will go home heartbroken but with the best memories of a brilliant Champions League campaign.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)90+3. Maatsen on the volley! Blocked brilliantly by Pacho!Cash does brilliantly to wrestle free on the right wing and then clips over a terrific cross that falls kindly for the left back.Maatsen’s strike is superb, caught so, so sweetly, and is destined for the bottom corner until Pacho gets over to intervene.The Ecuadorian defender has just seen his team into the Champions League semi-final with that defending.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)90. The board goes up to show a paltry three minutes.Frankly, that is a joke.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)88. Substitute Desire Doue has the chance to seal it on the counter, but Martinez comes up with a big block.Unfortunately, he can’t stop the ball from going for a corner and it’s another opportunity for PSG to run the clock down.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)86. The referee has become very whistle happy, and, as you can imagine, it is fuelling the frustrations of the home crowd.PSG are playing a blinder with the officials too, winning free-kicks for little and then taking an age with them.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)84. Unai Emery is kicking every ball inside his technical area.Admittedly, that’s not many balls at the moment because PSG are doing all they can to run down the clock.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)82. Youri Tielemans is harshly penalised for a challenge just outside of his own box where he clearly won the ball before connecting with his opponent.The result is a PSG free-kick in a dangerous position, but after a nervy wait, Mendes curled it into the wall.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)80. Inside the last ten minutes.Marco Asensio is making some clever runs on the right, he looks eager to make his employers pay for loaning him out. Can he make himself a Villa legend?Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)78. Hold on to your hats! Unai Emery’s team are starting to commit extra men forward.Of course, that comes with leaving space in behind, and there have been a couple of scares in recent minutes when PSG have threatened on the break.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkHere come the Villa subs as Unai Emery sends on fresh legs with Marco Asensio and Jacob Ramsey replacing goal hero Super John McGinn and Amadou Onana.Youri Tielemans drops back deeper to take Onana’s holding role.And there’s almost an instant pay-off when Pau Torres picks out Asensio to send him through on goal.Unfortunately the on loan Spaniard can’t squeeze the ball past his PSG teammate Donnarumma who has defied Villa again. PSG are there for the taking but Ezri Konsa misses a snip when he fails to connect with a simple header in front of goal.Emery is finally playing his joker as he sends on Ollie Watkins and Ian Maatsen for Rashford and Tielemans.Let’s hope this last throw of the dice is a lucky one!Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)76. Martinez is called upon to keep Villa in this, and doesn’t disappoint.The Argentine blocks well at this near post after Dembele skipped inside Cash and let fly.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)75. Here come two more Villa changes!Ollie Watkins – no stranger to a dramatic late goal – is on for Marcus Rashford, while Ian Maatsen takes over from Lucas Digne on the left.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)72. Ollie Watkins is being readied as Villa prepare to go for broke.Meanwhile, there’s a break in play after the referee inadvertently clatters a PSG player who appeared on his blind side.Copy linkCopied More

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    Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona (agg 3-5) LIVE: Germans fall short of courageous comeback despite Guirassy hat-trick

    BORUSSIA DORTUMUND’s bid to make history against Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-final fell short despite Serhou Guirassy’s poaching masterclass.  The Spanish giants ran rampant at home in the first encounter as they raced into a four-goal advantage. However, marksman Guirassy would be the man to spark a potential comeback as he dispatched with ease from the penalty spot to kick-start the second leg. Four minutes after the interval, Guirassy would bundle in a set-piece to add a second. Chances of a comeback would be halted as a sweeping Catalan counter was fired in by Ramy Bensebaini – into his own net. Nonetheless, Guirassy’s willingness was too much to handle as he was handed his opportunity to complete a perfect hat-track and took it from close range.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below… More

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    Aston Villa vs PSG LIVE SCORE: Villains look to stage monumental comeback in Champions League quarter-final – latest

    ASTON VILLA will look to the support of Villa Park to host another European classic as they seek to overturn a two-goal deficit against Paris Saint-Germain. Unai Emery’s side were outclassed in the first leg in Paris, as Morgan Rogers’ opener wasn’t enough as PSG went on to win 3-1 and take firm control of the time.The Villans’ European campaign has been littered with glorious moments so far, and will have to pull another if there dream run is to continue.As for their French visitors, the star-studded squad showed their blossoming talent in full and with the league wrapped up, the quest for Champions League success is firmly in sight. Live stream: Amazon Prime Aston Villa XI: To follow… PSG XI: To follow…. BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below… “I’m really enjoying myself in this team” – Ousmane DembéléAs for challenges, they don’t come more fierce than this version of Ousmane Dembélé. 32 goals, 10 assists places him amongst Europe’s premier players firmly casting away failed wonderkid discourse.Ahead of the match, he spoke to the media about his and team’s surge in form: “I believe I’m one of the key players in the team, but I’ve stayed the same, as always. I just try to do what I know how to do and set an example for the younger players.””Being decisive is an objective: whether that’s scoring or getting an assist. What drives me the most is winning team trophies. I’m really enjoying myself in this team.”The team has a lot of character, it doesn’t give up until the last minute. No matter what happens during the match, the coach tells us to always believe. Whether it’s the young players or the older ones, we give everything until the last minute to turn things around. I think that’s one of our strengths.”Copy linkCopiedThe challenges that faces Villa Paris Saint-Germain are currently on a four-game winning streak on the road in Europe, which equals the record set by Les Rouge et Bleu in the 1994–1995 season. Ousmane Dembélé has scored seven goals in the UEFA Champions League this season, with only four Paris players having netted more times in a single UCL campaign. Les Parisiens have scored 28 goals in the UEFA Champions League this season, thereby breaking their previous record of 27 goals from the 2017–2018 season.Luis Enrique has now overseen 100 competitive fixtures as Paris Saint-Germain manager. In his nearly two seasons at the club, the Spaniard has picked up 70 wins, 19 draws, 11 losses and, most importantly, five trophies. The one that eludes him… the Champions Legaue!Copy linkCopiedUnder the Villa Park lightsAfternoon and welcome to a massive upcoming night of Champions League football. For Aston Villa, this is exactly what they dreamed of when they qualified for Europe’s elite club competition. The biggest nights under the lights of Villa Park. Well, it’s exactly what they’re getting. Albeit with a two-goal deficit to overturn, the theatre of drama still remains fresh in the minds of hopefuls.PSG come without the bling bling nowadays but heck they’ve got some star-studded talent in the ranks, as seen in the first leg. The big one is upon us, 8pm BST kick-off with build-up and more to come.Copy linkCopied More

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    Baller League LIVE: Scores and results from Night Four as John Terry 26ers remain winless following late winner

    BALLER LEAGUE action once again entertained as London’s Copper Box were treated to a set of barnstorming games with implications in both ends of the table. The top two: Deportrio and Yanited make it four wins from their first four games, with Gary Lineker and co’s side gaining an additional point in the Pepsi Pressure Point challenge.In the first game, some familiar Arsenal legends went up against each other as Ian Wright’s Wembley Rangers toppled N5 FC, who is ran by Freddie Ljungberg, Jens Lehmann and Robert Pires.Trebol, without their headline manager Luís Figo, bottled a lead as the Gamechanger played am effect in the final seconds for the second week in a row.Despite former Premier League player Ciaran Clark getting on the scoresheet, M7 FC would secure all three points through Stefan Ilic.In the battle of the YouTube led sides, Henri Lansbury spearheaded VZN FC to beat SDS as they go provisionally top of the league.John Terry’s 26ers remain winless as they come up short against Santan FC  with a last-second winner from Dominic Vose.Follow ALL updates from the Copperbox Arena with our live blog below…M7 FC take unique approachWhen it came to the Pepsi Penalty Challenge this evening, for the first time, a side named their goalkeeper.Toby Bull seemed to be on course to surprise everyone and take the extra point for his side.However, a missed shot cost him and saw him bow out before the final two players locked horns.Copy linkCopiedWildcards continue to pay dividendsWe had another example of wildcard players paying off big this evening.The managers are using them well and it is getting them much-needed victories in the process.N5 FC could do with flexing their contacts and getting some of the Invincibles in to change their fortunes.Copy linkCopiedYanited battle for victoryFC RTW opted for a more physical approach in their match against Yanited this evening.It was something that AngryGinge’s side struggled to deal with in the first half.However, they were left with a flattering scoreline after notching a flurry of goals in he ‘game-changer’ towards the end of the match.Copy linkCopiedFigo still nowhere to be seenAllegedly, Luis Figo is the manager of Trebol FC.However, he has not been seen anywhere the Ballers League this campaign.Everyone is wondering whether he is every going to grace his team with his presence as manager.Copy linkCopiedThree amigos leading the wayThe siide managed by Micah Richards, Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker sit at the top of the tree in the Ballers League table.It was a superb all-round performance as they beat MVPs United and you may not see a more one-sided game.Deportrio look to side to beat and could well even silence loudmouth AngryGinge in the process which would be a service to humanity in itself.Copy linkCopiedTerry-less 26ers shoot blanksWith John Terry in Dubai, Jody Morris took the reigns of the team for this evening’s game.There was some improvement on recent weeks as they had in excess of 30 shots during the course of the game.However, failing to score more than four goals will be a concern.It will also hurt the manner in which they lost the game as Vose rolled his shot into an empty net with confusion in the 26ers ranks.Copy linkCopiedBallers League matchday 4 resultsWembley Rangers 5-4 N5 FCTrebol FC 4-5 M7 FCVZN FC 4-2 SDS FCDeportrio 4-0 MVPs UnitedYanited 7-3 FC RTWSantan FC 5-4 26ersCopy linkCopiedAnother big night in Ballers LeagueDeportrio are the stand-out team this evening.A solid 4-0 victory, getting the first clean-sheet of this season’s Ballers League in the process.They now sit at the top of the table.Yanited had a big 7-3 victory but are just playing catch-up to the side managed by Micah Richards and Alan Shearer tonight.N5 FC are still on a dreadful run and looking to pick up their first win of the season.Copy linkCopiedFT: Santan FC 5-4 26ersVose scores in the last few seconds, rolling a shot into an empty net.The 26ers had over 30 shots and still lost this game.Big win for Santan FC.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 4-4 26ersSayoud scores for the 26ers.Santan FC then drill their shot well wide.As the 26ers come forward again, Sayoud scores again.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 4-2 26ersVose receives the ball out wide and squares it to Valentine to tap into an empty net.It is now ‘game-changer’ time in this match.’1-on-1′ is active for the remainder of the game.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 3-2 26ersBoth teams are trying to create goalscoring opportunities. 26ers have had 26 shots and missed two penalties.How on earth they haven’t scored more in this game is baffling.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 3-2 26ersThe 26ers get a penalty from an accumulation of corners.Sayoud steps up to take it but wastes the opportunty as the keeper tips it over.Santan FC have their keeper to thank for this scoreline tonight.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Santan FC 3-2 26ersThe second-half is underway.Tough one to call at the moment this one.Santan FC have the bit between their teeth after scoring two goals to come from behind before the break.Copy linkCopiedHT: Santan FC 3-2 26ersLuca Valentine scores to draw the match level.It was a calm finish from the Santan FC player.Moments later, they grab another just before the interval.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 1-2 26ersSantan FC have opted for three outfield players.As their move breaks down, Stirling shoots from his own half into an empty net.Massive goal for Jody Morris’ side.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 1-1 26ersRuben Carvalho scores of pearler from some way out, curling his effort into the far corner.It is a good time to score, just before the ‘game-changer’.’3play’ is now active for the remainder of the half.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 1-0 26ersOn their first real attack of the game, Santan FC score.Laid on a plate for an easy tap-in.Despite being outplayed for most of this first-half, they have that much-needed lead.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 0-0 26ersStirling does a great double dragback to lose his marker.He fires a shot off that has the keeper beaten but thunders against the post.26ers have made the most positive start here so far.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Santan FC vs 26ersWe are underway in the final game of the evening.No John Terry here tonight, currently in Dubai.Santan FC need a win to force their way back into the top four.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC vs 26ersHere are the sides for the final match of the evening:Santan FC: Michael Hill, Richard Kesey, Dominic Voss, Erick Kenco, Ranell McKenzie Lowes, Jamell Abou-Bakare, Rico Okinari, David Upu, Abdullah Gervardi, Jack Wilson, David Solidemi, Luka Valentine.26ers: J’ardell Stirling, Bilal Sayoud, Sak Hassan, Kojo Apenteng, Marcel Lewis, Jordon Ibe, Matt Chizzum, Emmanuel Rowe, Justin Dass, Spike Stegel, Vladislav Platinov, Jack Crook.Copy linkCopiedFT: Yanited 7-3 F.C. RTWThis was a massive chance for FC RTW and they are wasting it.Pepy’s shooting has been absolutely woeful.Winter scores for Yanited before FC RTW pull one back.Then he then lofts it downfield, over the player and into the net.An impressive win for Yanited.Copy linkCopiedYanited 4-2 F.C. RTWThis is what FC RTW have been waiting for.It is ‘game-changer’ time in this match.’1-on-1′ is now active, this is anyone’s game.Copy linkCopiedYanited 4-2 F.C. RTWOke-William is causing some issues up front with his physical presence and quick feet for FC RTW.He should have scored when he rolled his marker but as he looked to round the keeper, he could not slot home.The keeper did well to recover and get the block in.Copy linkCopiedYanited 4-2 F.C. RTWTyler Winters scores to give Yanited a two-goal advantage.You feel they needed that with such a slender lead.Yanited seem to trying to be more physical since the interval to cancel out the FC RTW tactics.Copy linkCopied More