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      Man Utd takeover LIVE: Ratcliffe ‘plans’ huge transfer revamp, Maguire offered escape route, Casemiro injury twist

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      MANCHESTER UNITED bidder Sir Jim Ratcliffe is planning to make a huge transfer revamp at Old Trafford according to reports.Meanwhile, Harry Maguire has been offered an escape route by Italian giants AC Milan.
      Elsewhere, United have been dealt a huge injury boost after Casemiro was spotted in Brazil training this week.
      The midfielder picked up a knock against Brentford and was touch and go on whether he would play for his national side.
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      Ratcliffe tipped for bigger stake
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe could pursue a bigger stake in United after a few years if his bid for an initial 25% share goes through.
      That’s the view of Dr Rob Wilson, a football finance expert and professor of economics at Sheffield Business School, as Ratcliffe moves closer to a deal with current club owners the Glazers.
      Dr Wilson told investment platform Saxo: “The Ratcliffe bid comes down to the basics of finance. The Glazers clearly want more than the perceived market value of Manchester United Football Club and it presents the idea that Sheikh Jassim’s [reported £6billion] bid was undervaluing the organisation.
      “The Ratcliffe bid allows Jim to have a smaller investment at this stage and then look at using his knowledge investment to see where the club can go in the next five years, and I imagine he will then be able to take a bigger stake as things unfold.
      “A lot will also depend on sporting and financial performance of the organisation and requirements for any stadium, redesign, maintenance or re-development.”
      Hurdles remain over Ratcliffe deal
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s bid for a 25% share in United still has significant stumbling blocks.
      The Ineos owners hopes to control the sporting side and has reportedly voiced his concerned over the Red Devils’ transfer policies in recent years – such as Casemiro’s costly arrival in his 30s.
      Ratcliffe is the only bidder left after Sheikh Jassim baulked at the “outlandish” £6billion valuation of United made by current owners the Glazers.
      Issues that need resolving are thought to include how Ineos are represented on the Red Devils’ board and how the different groupings would work together.
      That means more talks before any investment can go ahead.
      Bat blow hits Red Devils for six
      Sofyan Amrabat has become the latest Manchester United star to suffer an injury.
      The Morocca midfielder was forced to withdraw from international duty this week.

      Amrabat was a notable absentee from the 3-0 win over Liberia 3-0.
      And he also missed Morocco’s friendly with the Ivory Coast on Saturday.
      Al Ayam say the on-loan United midfielder was not involved due to an unspecified injury.
      That makes him a serious doubt for Saturday’s Prem trip to  Sheffield United.
      VDB is ‘role model’
      Ex-United defender Paul Parker claims Old Trafford outcast Donny van de Beek is a “role model” who can teach his squad-mates plenty.
      But the former England star claims the ex-Ajax midfielder was “treated bad” by ex-United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and should move back to Holland.
      Credit: Kenny Ramsay
      Parker told SpilXperten: “I feel really, really sorry for Donny van de Beek even though I’m sure he wouldn’t want me to feel sorry for him.
      “I’m sure that not many bad words will be said about him when he leaves, because people are more disappointed by the outcome of his potential rather than the way he has acted at Man United.”
      “It would have been so easy for him to go on Social Media and moan but he has never done that. Other players can learn a lot from him, despite him not being able to get his breakthrough at Man United. He is a role model.”
      Parker added: “Solskjaer treated him bad with keeping him on the bench all the time. Obviously, it was a tough time for everyone in the world during the pandemic, but maybe even more for him.”
      “He might be as low as he has ever been in football. The only place, in my opinion, where he can start again, is back in the Netherlands. He has to go back to the Netherlands.”
      “People are saying that he has been given the chance but that’s not true. He has been given two minutes here and there, which doesn´t help him. He would love the opportunity to get away from Manchester United.”
      Man Utd star nearing exit
      Anthony Martial has MONTHS to show his worth or risk walking away from Manchester United.
      The Frenchman, who has a contract until the end of the season plus a one-year option, endured an injury-hit campaign last season.
      Martial has slipped behind summer signing Rasmus Hojlund in the pecking order this season, scoring one goal in nine appearances.
      And according to recent reports, Erik Ten Hag and United are unsure whether to extend Martial’s contract.
      United are keeping their options open with the French striker, with much depending on how he performs between now and the end of the season.
      But his only goal this season was in the EFL Cup victory at home to Crystal Palace.
      As such, they could let the big-money signing walk away from the club for free next summer.
      Man United stars’ initiations revealed
      Mason Mount and Andre Onana both performed their initiation songs during Manchester United’s summer trip to Las Vegas, according to reports.
      The summer arrivals both joined the Red Devils in time to link up with their US pre-season tour.
      As is customary for new players, they both got up in front of their new team-mates to belt out a tune.
      Mount’s Sin City performance has so far been kept under wraps.
      According to the Mail, however, Onana’s song choice has been revealed.
      They claim that the Cameroon star performed his favourite tune Alleluia by French group Les Medecins de Medeline.
      Man Utd legend mocked online
      Gary Neville was savagely mocked by Jamie Carragher for his choice of jacket ahead of his interview with Eddie Hearn on Stick to Football.
      Neville, 48, recently created the new YouTube show alongside Sky Sports colleague Carragher, as well as Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright.
      Neville was seen chatting to Hearn as Carragher entered the frame.
      And he was quick to comment on the black and white jacket Neville had chosen to wear for the broadcast.
      The Liverpool legend said: “What the f*** is that? Where’s he got this?”
      Neville initially laughed it off, replying: “It’s a bit of product replacement.”
      Carragher continued: “Is it Off-White? It’s offside.”

      Maguire compared with David Beckham
      Dimitar Berbatov believes that Harry Maguire can have a Man United redemption story like David Beckham.
      The former forward told Betfair: “Harry Maguire was good against Brentford. The only thing he can do is stay concentrated when given the chance to perform and not make silly mistakes.
      “When he speaks, you can see that Harry is confident in his ability, when he was given the captains armband, his confidence obviously increased, but so did his ego.
      “Now the captain’s armband has been taken away, his ego is hurt. He needs to start rebuilding his relationship with the fans again. The chance is there for him to show he can handle everything again.
      “Maybe, like we saw in the Beckham documentary, Harry is going through that tough time right now but hopefully, in the end he can find redemption at the end of his own movie.”
      Former star on Ten Hag
      Dimitar Berbatov believes that Erik ten Hag CAN handle big egos – contrary to what Zlatan Ibrahimovic thinks.
      He told Betfair: “I heard Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s comments about Ten Hag not being able to handle the egos at the club. In big teams like Man United, it’s impossible not to have big egos.
      “Even as a player, if you don’t already have one, once you sign for a club like Man United, you’re going to get an ego. When you’re a manager of a team like Man United, you need to know to handle it.
      “Back in the day, I was in a United team with plenty of egos, trust me. But then you had Sir Alex, and he knew how to control it all. He built his authority throughout the years with his success and his principles of how the club should be lead.
      “Obviously, Ten Hag doesn’t have 20 years of experience with Man United, he has one. Having said that, I think he has the authority. He’s shown it before with Cristiano Ronaldo, and now Jadon Sancho.”
      Berba: Rooney wants United job
      Former Manchester United star Dimitar Berbatov reckons his former team-mate and new Birmingham boss Wayne Rooney wants to manage the Red Devils one day.
      He told Betfair: Wayne was waiting for an opportunity like the one at Birmingham and he’s taken it straight away. He was preparing for something like this whilst he was in America.
      I’m pretty sure he’s preparing for the top job because that’s the ultimate goal.
      “When you have someone like Wayne, you can’t think he’ll stay at a smaller club all his life and manage them, he’s building step by step and I respect that.
      “He’s climbing the managerial ladder right now I’m sure at one stage he will go for the Man United job. I think he’s preparing for the day his phone rings and he’s told that Man United are waiting for him.
      “I’ll be curious as to how he does. I’ll be watching. It’s good to have John O’Shea by your side going into battle because I’ve been there with both of them and I know the connection they have.”
      Pellistri helps Uruguay beat Brazil
      Man United winger Facundo Pellistri started for Uruguay as they beat Brazil 2-0 last night.
      The 21-year-old played 88 minutes of the match, with Darwin Nunez and Nicolas de la Cruz grabbing his side’s goals.
      Casemiro was on the losing side, skippering Brazil in Montevideo.
      Credit: Reuters
      Rashford on song for country
      Marcus Rashford scored a brilliant goal for England last night.
      The Man United forward was handed a start by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate.
      With the score level at 1-1, Rashford arrowed a brilliant 57th minute shot into the back of the net.
      Harry Kane went on to extend England’s advantage, with Rashford playing the full 90 minutes of the 3-1 win.
      Credit: Rex
      Red Devils old boy update
      Angel Di Maria has announced his retirement date from the Argentina national team will be after Copa America 2024.
      The Manchester United flop expressed his gratitude to team-mate Lionel Messi, saying “I’m grateful to have seen you every day” at Paris Saint-Germain.
      Di Maria told Todo Pasa: “I will leave Argentina national team after Copa America — it’s over for me.”
      In 2014 Di Maria signed for Manchester United from Real Madrid in a then-British record deal worth £59.7 million.
      But he would spend just one year at Old Trafford, later complaining about the bad weather and calling Louis van Gaal the “worst coach” he has ever had.

      Rasmus Hojlund on injury fears
      Rasmus Hojlund has claimed San Marino “targeted” him after he was substituted by Denmark during their Euro 2024 qualifer amid injury fears.
      The Manchester United forward, 20, was replaced in stoppage time at the end of his country’s 2-1 win over the minnows on Tuesday night.
      Hojlund, who suffered a back injury at the beginning of the season, then gave his take as he accused the San Marino players of carrying out a planned attack on him.
      He said: “I feel they targeted me, as you can see at the end. I understand Italian and I could hear them saying that they had the idea to crush me.
      “You can see from the images that he only had one idea in mind.”

      Red Devils starlet left out
      Alejandro Garnacho was an unused substitute as Argentina beat Peru 2-0 last night.
      The Red Devils starlet travelled to South America to link up with the world champions at the start of the international break, but also failed to get on in their previous match against Paraguay.
      This season, Garnacho has been limited to just five minutes of action for Argentina, coming last month against Bolivia.
      He will hope for more opportunities to shine when back at United.
      Credit: Getty
      Casemiro in action last night
      Man United star Casemiro was in action for Brazil against Uruguay last night.
      The midfielder wore the captain’s armband as the Selecao took on their South American rivals in Montevideo.
      Unfortunately for the 31-year-old his side fell to a 2-0 defeat, courtesy of goals by Darwin Nunez and Nicolas de la Cruz.
      Credit: Rex
      Red Devils takeover latest news
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s £1.35billion 25 per cent takeover of Manchester United has been delayed, according to reports.
      The 70-year-old’s bid was initially expected to be given the green light in a Red Devils board meeting this week.
      Sheikh Jassim withdrew from the race last week, clearing the path for Ratcliffe to agree a minority stake with the Glazer family.
      But according to the Telegraph, there are still finer details with Ratcliffe’s bid that need to be ironed out.
      They claim that a deal is still expected within the next fortnight, however, with Ratcliffe keen to get started.
      The Ineos chief wants to be granted control of football operations at United.
      He is hoping to have attained control ahead of the January transfer window.

      Man Utd star captains country
      Scott McTominay wore the captain’s armband as Scotland faced France last night.
      In the absences of usual skippers Andy Robertson and John McGinn, the Manchester United star was awarded the honour of captaining his country for the first time.
      Things got off to a bright start for the experimental Scots as they took the lead in Lille via Billy Gilmour.
      But two goals by Benjamin Pavard and efforts by Kylian Mbappe and Kingsley Coman consigned Steve Clarke’s side to a 4-1 defeat.
      Credit: Kenny Ramsay
      Red Devils after Portuguese starlet
      Manchester United are interested in Benfica star Joao Neves, according to reports.
      According to German reporter Florian Plettenberg, the Red Devils are lining up a move for the 19-year-old at the end of the season.
      Neves replaced Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez in Benfica’s first team.
      But he is unlikely to leave in January as the Argentine star did.
      Credit: Rex
      No Scott McTominay rush
      Manchester United are in no rush to sell Scott McTominay ahead of the January transfer window.
      McTominay was available in the summer transfer window with West Ham and Fulham interested.
      However, a move did not materialise as the Hammers and the Cottagers held onto Lucas Paqueta and Joao Pahlinha respectively.
      According to 90min, United would still be willing to sell the Scotland international if they received the right offer.
      However, the Red Devils are in no rush now after the 26-year-old’s match-winning goals against Brentford.
      Credit: Alamy
      Neville at Dragons’ Den
      Manchester United legend Gary Neville “owned the chair” when he made his Dragons’ Den debut, Deborah Meaden has revealed.
      The programme will return to the BBC next year as they use guest celebrities to join the usual panel of Peter Jones, Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies as well as Steven Bartlett.
      A first next year in @BBCDragonsden when we have some guest Dragons…
      First up @GNev2 who was utterly brilliant and owned that chair!!Deborah MeadenTwitter
      Sheikh-ing things up
      Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani could launch a bid to buy Tottenham after withdrawing his Manchester United takeover offer.
      Sheikh Jassim is understood to have submitted a £5billion offer to purchase United in full- which he has now withdrawn after months of stalemate.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is now set to buy a 25 per cent stake in the club for around £1.4bn.
      And now the Sheikh could turn his attention to Spurs, report The Mirror.
      Paris Saint-Germain owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi is believed to have played a role in Sheikh Jassim’s United bid, and the pair could link up once again to discuss a move for the North Londoners.
      Qatar have held a long-term interest in Tottenham while the Qatari banker has always eyed Spurs as an alternative to United should his bid fail, which it now has.
      Man Utd rivals sponsorship
      INEOS will continue sponsoring Tottenham despite owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe buying 25 per cent of Manchester United.
      Branding of the company’s car named the Grenadier 4×4 is seen prominently around the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
      Logos can even be spotted on the headrests in the stadium’s dugout.
      Meanwhile, Spurs players have featured in the firm’s corporate videos that promote the vehicle.
      According to The Telegraph, that there are no signs the agreement between INEOS and the North Londoners’ chairman Daniel Levy is set to end despite Ratcliffe closing in on part-owning United.
      Sir Jim’s company has been with Tottenham since December 2020 when their Hygienics branch were surprisingly announced as the club’s official hand sanitiser supplier during the pandemic.
      England 3-1 Italy
      England defeated Italy at Wembley to confirm their place at Euro 2024.
      The Three Lions trailed after Gianluca Scamacca’s 15th-minute opener.
      But captain Harry Kane equalised from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute.
      Manchester United star Marcus Rashford turned the game on its head after 57 minutes and Kane sealed the win 20 minutes later.
      Credit: Getty
      El Ghazi suspended
      Former Premier League star Anwar El Ghazi has been suspended by Mainz after a social media post about the current conflict in Israel and Gaza.
      Ex- Aston Villa ace El Ghazi uploaded a pro-Palestine Instagram statement – which he has since deleted.
      But the Bundesliga outfit have confirmed the winger has been suspended, saying he’s been taken off football duties for an “intolerable position.”
      The Netherlands international, previously linked with Manchester United, only joined the German side last month on a free transfer. More

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      Man Utd takeover LIVE: United chiefs to discuss Jim Ratcliffe’s bid, Maguire offered escape route, Casemiro injury boost

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      MANCHESTER UNITED chiefs are set to meet on Thursday to discuss Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s proposed offer to buy a 25 per cent stake in the club.Meanwhile, Harry Maguire has been offered an escape route by Italian giants AC Milan.
      Elsewhere, United have been dealt a huge injury boost after Casemiro was spotted in Brazil training this week.
      The midfielder picked up a knock against Brentford and was touch and go whether he would play for his national side.
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      Neville at Dragons’ Den
      Manchester United legend Gary Neville “owned the chair” when he made his Dragons’ Den debut, Deborah Meaden has revealed.
      The programme will return to the BBC next year as they use guest celebrities to join the usual panel of Peter Jones, Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies as well as Steven Bartlett.
      A first next year in @BBCDragonsden when we have some guest Dragons…
      First up @GNev2 who was utterly brilliant and owned that chair!!Deborah MeadenTwitter
      Sheikh-ing things up
      Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani could launch a bid to buy Tottenham after withdrawing his Manchester United takeover offer.
      Sheikh Jassim is understood to have submitted a £5billion offer to purchase United in full- which he has now withdrawn after months of stalemate.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is now set to buy a 25 per cent stake in the club for around £1.4bn.
      And now the Sheikh could turn his attention to Spurs, report The Mirror.
      Paris Saint-Germain owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi is believed to have played a role in Sheikh Jassim’s United bid, and the pair could link up once again to discuss a move for the North Londoners.
      Qatar have held a long-term interest in Tottenham while the Qatari banker has always eyed Spurs as an alternative to United should his bid fail, which it now has.
      Man Utd rivals sponsorship
      INEOS will continue sponsoring Tottenham despite owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe buying 25 per cent of Manchester United.
      Branding of the company’s car named the Grenadier 4×4 is seen prominently around the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
      Logos can even be spotted on the headrests in the stadium’s dugout.
      Meanwhile, Spurs players have featured in the firm’s corporate videos that promote the vehicle.
      According to The Telegraph, that there are no signs the agreement between INEOS and the North Londoners’ chairman Daniel Levy is set to end despite Ratcliffe closing in on part-owning United.
      Sir Jim’s company has been with Tottenham since December 2020 when their Hygienics branch were surprisingly announced as the club’s official hand sanitiser supplier during the pandemic.
      England 3-1 Italy
      England defeated Italy at Wembley to confirm their place at Euro 2024.
      The Three Lions trailed after Gianluca Scamacca’s 15th-minute opener.
      But captain Harry Kane equalised from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute.
      Manchester United star Marcus Rashford turned the game on its head after 57 minutes and Kane sealed the win 20 minutes later.
      Credit: Getty
      El Ghazi suspended
      Former Premier League star Anwar El Ghazi has been suspended by Mainz after a social media post about the current conflict in Israel and Gaza.
      Ex- Aston Villa ace El Ghazi uploaded a pro-Palestine Instagram statement – which he has since deleted.
      But the Bundesliga outfit have confirmed the winger has been suspended, saying he’s been taken off football duties for an “intolerable position.”
      The Netherlands international, previously linked with Manchester United, only joined the German side last month on a free transfer.
      Wout Weghorst slams pitch
      Manchester United flop Wout Weghorst lashed out at the state of the pitch in Athens after Netherlands beat Greece 1-0 to clear the way for Euro 2024 qualification.
      This was the worst pitch I have ever played football on.
      We knew it wouldn’t be an easy game here, given the conditions and the way the opposition played. The pressure was there.
      Not so much from the crowd, but mainly from the pitch which was very bad. There were stones on it. The conditions were difficult.Wout Weghorst
      Ratcliffe supports Ten Hag
      Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has the backing of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is set to buy 25 per cent on the club.
      According to The Athletic, Ratcliffe’s company have conducted a review into what has gone wrong at United in recent years and Ten Hag is not seen as part of the problem.
      Sir Jim admires the Dutch tactician’s work and will not explore avenues relating to changing the manager.
      The Red Devils have endured a difficult start to the season under the ex-Ejax boss.
      Maguire offered escape route
      Manchester United outcast Harry Maguire has been offered a shock escape route by AC Milan.
      Maguire has fallen out of favour under United manager Erik ten Hag and was strongly linked with a move to West Ham in the summer that fell through due to financial reasons.
      Now the England international has become the Red Devils’ sixth-choice centre-back behind Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez, Victor Lindelof, Jonny Evans and left-back Luke Shaw,
      According to talkSPORT, Milan are one of a number of Serie A clubs monitoring the 30-year-old’s situation at Old Trafford.
      Credit: AP
      More on U-turn
      Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani pulled out of the takeover race over the weekend after almost 12 months of work to buy Manchester United.
      Sheikh Jassim’s representatives had even been to Carrington to meet director of football John Murtough to get insight into how United were being run on the playing side, writes SunSport’s Neil Custis.
      The Qatari delegation, just like second bidder Sir Jim Ratcliffe, were said to have been impressed and neither were looking to radically shake things up.
      Ratcliffe is now left as the sole bidder and that is just for 25 per cent of the club for £1.4billion with a condition he can oversee football operations.
      A board vote on Thursday will decide whether to accept Sir Jim’s official bid.
      The news that there will be no full sale has dramatically hit the Red Devils’ share price with it down 11 per cent in early trading on Monday.
      Man Utd takeover U-turn
      Manchester United senior staff have been left stunned by the takeover U-turn, reports SunSport’s Neil Custis.
      United employees had been gearing up for a full buy-out of the club this month by Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
      A number of staff had even been told not to book any annual leave for this month to help see the takeover through.
      Meetings were still going on last week to try and rescue Sheikh Jassim’s bid which was for a 100 per cent sale at £5billion.
      It is understood a number of the six strong Glazer family who are on the Red Devils’ board were happy to sell.
      But co-chairman Joel Glazer, who was in control of the process, was the one wanting to either keep a majority shareholding or accept an increased bid of £6bn from the Qatari banker.
      Sheikh Jassim could turn to Tottenham
      Sheikh Jassim could launch a bid to buy Tottenham after withdrawing his Manchester United takeover offer, according to reports.
      The Qatari has been linked with purchasing a Premier League club since his interest in the Red Devils was first made public.
      Sheikh Jassim is understood to have submitted a £5billion offer to purchase United – which he has now withdrawn after months of stalemate.
      Rival bidder Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to buy a 25 per cent stake in the club for around £1.4billion.
      And Sheikh Jassim could now turn his attention to Spurs, as reported by The Mirror.
      Casemiro back in training
      Casemiro is back in Brazil training ahead of their clash against Uruguay tomorrow.
      The United midfielder picked up a knock against Brentford and was touch and go to play for Brazil.
      But he is now expected to play a role in the friendly and could be back for the Sheffield United game.

      Ratcliffe to bring about change
      The Telegraph have reported that Sir Jim Ratcliffe will not be a “hands off investor” should his 25 per cent stake in Manchester United be approved.
      An INEOS insider told the paper: “Ratcliffe is not going to buy part of the club and then sit back and hope things improve without changing anything. He will not be a passive investor.””
      Ratcliffe will learn if his takeover is approved on Thursday when the Manchester United board are due to meet.
      Roberto Martinez praises Fernandes
      Portugal manager Roberto Martinez has praised Bruno Fernandes for his performances for Portugal on international duty.
      Martinez said: “Bruno Fernandes is a great professional, an intelligent player, who adapts to the qualities of his teammates, who gives a lot of tactical flexibility.
      “He is a dream for a coach. Technically, he has a vision of the game that I find to be of exceptional quality. He has adapted to many positions, he gives balance, he’s a key player for us.”
      Credit: AP
      Referee appointed for United’s next game
      Michael Oliver has been appointed as referee for Manchester United’s trip to Sheffield United on Saturday.
      United currently sit 10th in the table and will be hoping to build on the momentum built during their late comeback victory against Brentford last time out.
      United cancel Fans Advisory meeting
      Manchester United have cancelled their latest Fans Advisory Board meeting while the sale of 25 per cent of the club goes through to Jim Ratcliffe.
      The board had this to say to The Daily Mail: “Following the start of that process there are tight legal and regulatory restrictions on what we can say about the strategic review.
      “It would not be appropriate or productive for the owners to participate in these [Fans’ Forum] meetings when they are not able to talk about the main issue that fan representatives would naturally wish to question them on.”
      Victor Lindelof statement
      Victor Lindelof has released a statement condemning the terrorist attacks that took place in the lead up to Belgium vs Sweden.
      Sweden’s match with Belgium was abandoned at half-time after two Sweden fans were shot dead before the game.
      Lindelof had this to say in a statement on his Instagram: “I’m shocked and devastated by the terrible incidents in Brussels with the cold-hearted attacks on our fellow Swedes.
      “I’m lost for words for the cruelty and inhumanity, I want to send my deepest condolences to the families and friends of those affected. At the same time, my thoughts go out to all the supporters in Belgium last night, no one should ever go to a game of football and feel unsafe when supporting their team.”

      INEOS conflicts of interest?
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS already have a deal in place with another Premier League side in the form of sponsorship.
      INEOS Grenadier, a car designed by the company is an official partner of Tottenham Hotspur.
      However, there is a feeling that the deal can remain in place without causing a conflict of interest.
      Ten Hag has INEOS backing
      Erik Ten Hag has the backing of Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, according to reports.
      The Athletic say that they have conducted a review into what has gone wrong at United in recent years and Ten Hag is not seen as part of the problem.
      Ratcliffe reportedly admires the Dutchman’s work and will not explore avenues relating to changing the manager.
      Ten Hag in favour of overhaul
      Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag is reportedly in favour of Jim Ratcliffe’s overhaul of Manchester United’s football operations.
      The Daily Mail report that Ratcliffe will look to hire a new sporting director and restructure the club’s transfer policy.
      Ten Hag is in favour of this having been left frustrated with the club’s transfer policy so far.
      Ratcliffe changes
      Senior figures at Manchester United have been left fearing for their roles following the prospective deal for Jim Ratcliffe to buy 25 per cent of the club.
      The positions of Richard Arnold, the chief executive, and John Murtough, the director of football, are both thought to be under particular scutiny.
      With Ratcliffe set to take care of football operations at the club, it is expected that his first move as the executive will be to bring in a new director of football.
      Ratified
      Jim Ratcliffe’s purchase of 25 per cent of Manchester United is set to be ratified by the board on Thursday, according to The Times.
      The board are set to meet to approve the £1.3billion deal.
      It is likely to take another eight weeks for the deal to be completed, with Ratcliffe also required to undergo the Premier League’s owners’ and directors’ test before he can officially join the board.
      Other names in the frame for Ratcliffe
      Ratcliffe is considering a number of names for the sporting director role should his 25 per cent purchase of United go through.
      Other names in the mix are former Liverpool chief of recruitment Michael Edwards and former Spurs and Monaco sporting director Paul Mitchell.
      Ratcliffe’s sporting director
      United’s prospective owner Jim Ratcliffe is looking to apoint a new sporting director should his 25 per cent purchase of a stake in the club go through.
      Among the names in the frame, according to The Telegraph, is PSG sporting director Jean-Claude Blanc, who joined the Parisian club in February.
      Blanc recently joined the board of Ineos, and his closeness with Ratcliffe could see him sounded out for the job.
      Van Gaal made Bayern stars cry, says chief
      A former Bayern Munich chief has claimed that Louis van Gaal made stars cry with his “merciless” criticism and “insane presence” while in charge.
      Christian Nerlinger told Bild: “His analysis were respectful and not offensive, but so hard that one or two players even cried.
      “Deficiencies were pointed out mercilessly, every bad pass was discussed.”
      That led to players no longer wanting to take risks on the pitch as Nerlinger said they “were afraid that the bad passes would be dissected the next day”. More

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      England 3-1 Italy LIVE RESULT: Three Lions qualify for Euro 2024 after Bellingham masterclass and superb brace from Kane

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      ENGLAND have booked their spot at Euro 2024 after Gareth Southgate’s side beat Azzurri 3-1 at Wembley.Gianluca Scamacca’s early strike gave the Italians a shock lead after 15 minutes before Three Lions skipper Harry Kane equalised from the penalty spot after Jude Bellingham was brought down in the box.
      Early in the second half, England took the lead courtesy of Marcus Rashford’s emphatic finish following superb work from Bellingham in the build-up.
      Harry Kane scored his second of the night on the 77th minute to make it 3-1 and book the Three Lions’ spot in Germany.

      Match result: England 3-1 Italy
      England team: Pickford, Walker, Trippier, Stones, Maguire, Rice, Phillips, Bellingham, Rashford, Foden, Kane
      Italy team: Donnarumma, Udogie, Acerbi, Scalvini, Di Lorenzo, Barella, Cristante, Frattesi, El Shaarawy, Scamacca, Berardi

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      Record breaker
      Harry Kane’s stunning double tonight saw him overtake Bobby Charlton (23) to become England’s all-time top scorer at Wembley with 24 goals.
      Credit: GETTY
      Harry Kane on qualifying
      The England skipper said to Channel 4: “Qualifying is never easy. Sometimes we are just expected to go to the big tournaments but we have seen in the past it is not as easy as it looks.
      “We went 1-0 behind and stayed calm. We knew we could get the winner and we have done it.”
      On scoring at Wembley and becoming England’s all-time record goalscorer at the home of English football? “I do [love it]! It is our home.
      “We have made it a real fortress over the years. We want to repay our fans with victories and we have done that today.”
      On his second goal: “I showed a bit of pace which is not normally my strength. To qualify with two games to go, credit to everyone involved.”
      Credit: GETTY
      FT: England 3-1 Italy
      England have qualified for Euro 2024!
      The Three Lions put in a fine display at Wembley to come from behind and beat Italy.
      Two goals from Harry Kane either side of a superb Marcus Rashford strike sealed victory for Gareth Southgate’s side.
      England 3-1 Italy
      90. Italy create their best chance of the second half after good work from Riccardo Orsolini.
      He cuts inside before passing to fellow sub Moise Kean, who can only fire a shot straight at Jordan Pickford.
      Meanwhile, the fourth official has indicated we will have three minutes of added time.
      England 3-1 Italy – Italy substitution
      87. Italy make their final change as Stephan El Shaarawy is replaced by Riccardo Orsolini.
      England 3-1 Italy – England substitution
      85. Jude Bellingham receives a standing ovation from the Wembley crowd as he is withdrawn.
      The midfielder won England a penalty in the first half before brilliantly creating their second goal after the break.
      He is replaced by Jack Grealish for the final five minutes.
      England 3-1 Italy
      81. Que Sera rings around Wembley as England fans get into the party spirit.
      Harry Kane’s second has put the Three Lions on the brink of qualification for Euro 2024.
      It would take a dramatic turnaround and three Italy goals to deny them tonight.
      England 3-1 Italy – Italy substitution
      78. In response to England’s third, Luciano Spalletti has sent on another forward in the shape of Giacomo Raspadori.
      Raspadori had been waiting to come on before the goal and replaces Domenico Berardi for the visitors.
      GOAL: England 3-1 Italy
      77. Harry Kane all but seals the victory and England’s place at Euro 2024.
      The Three Lions skipper latches onto a loose ball ahead of Giorgio Scalvini before calmly slotting the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma.
      England fans can start looking forward to next summer’s tournament in Germany.
      England 2-1 Italy
      73. Italy’s triple substitution appears to have had an impact on the visitors.
      A string of dangerous balls are played into the England box as Italy go in search of an equaliser.
      However, the Three Lions defence does well to deal with the threats, with Jordan Pickford not called into action.
      England 2-1 Italy – England substitution
      70. Jordan Henderson is on for England as he replaces Kalvin Phillips.
      The Manchester City midfielder has impressed on his return to the starting line-up and is applauded off by the crowd.
      England 2-1 Italy
      68. Phil Foden almost extends England’s lead after darting through the Italy defence.
      The midfielder unleashes a powerful low shot from the edge of the box but Gianluigi Donnarumma gets down well to save.
      England 2-1 Italy – Scalvini yellow card
      66. Giorgio Scalvini is the latest Italy player to go into the book.
      The defender is cautioned for his complaints after Kalvin Phillips leaves Nicolo Barella rolling around on the floor.
      England 2-1 Italy – England substitution
      64. Gareth Southgate looks to his bench for the first time as John Stones is replaced by Marc Guehi.
      Meanwhile, Italy make a trio of changes, with Alessandro Bastoni, Moise Kean and Federico Dimarco replacing Destiny Udogie, Gianluca Scamacca and Francesco Acerbi.
      England 2-1 Italy
      62. The goal seems to have woken Italy up as they register a shot on target for the first time this half.
      Gianluca Scamacca is again the most threatening Italy player as his snapshot stings the palms of Jordan Pickford.
      At the other end, Marcus Rashford finds space again but shoots high and wide.
      England 2-1 Italy
      60. England’s lead is no more than they deserve based on the first hour here at Wembley.
      The Three Lions have dominated the vast majority of the match and caused their opponents trouble with their pressing.
      GOAL: England 2-1 Italy
      57. What a goal from England! Marcus Rashford completes the turnaround as he fires the Three Lions into the lead.
      A clinical counter attack from the hosts started with Phil Foden on the edge of their own penalty area.
      Jude Bellingham then knocked the ball past Giorgio Scalvini to open up the Italy defence before finding Rashford who did the rest.
      England 1-1 Italy
      56. England’s pressing is causing Italy all sorts of problems.
      Since the start of the second half, the Three Lions have continued to hunt down the ball deep in the opposition half.
      Italy’s determination to play out from the back has already seen them lose possession in a dangerous position several times.
      England 1-1 Italy
      52. England win the ball back deep in the Italy half with some effective pressing.
      The ball finds its way to Phil Foden who sets it for his club team-mate Kalvin Phillips.
      Phillips is unable to keep his strike down, though, as the ball whistles over the crossbar.
      England 1-1 Italy
      51. Yet another call for a penalty from the England fans.
      Phil Foden drives into the box before running into Destiny Udogie.
      The defender fails to win the ball but Foden’s dramatic fall to the floor does little to convince referee Clement Turpin.
      England 1-1 Italy
      48. Much the same as the first half so far since the restart as the game remains tight.
      A handful of fouls from Italy have broken up the play with neither side able to get a flowing move going.
      Kick-off: England 1-1 Italy
      We are back underway at Wembley.
      Italy get the action restarted for the second half.
      Neither side seem to have made any changes at all.
      HT: England 1-1 Italy
      Harry Kane’s penalty was his 60th goal for England on his 87th international cap.
      Despite a long delay, the Three Lions captain kept his calm to smash the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma.
      If the scoreline stays the same, his penalty will be the goal that sends England to Germany next summer.
      HT: England 1-1 Italy
      England showed their maturity with their reaction to falling behind.
      The hosts had been on top before Scamacca fired Italy into the lead.
      Gareth Southgate will be pleased that his side maintained their composure and were able to equalise before half-time.
      HT: England 1-1 Italy
      England deservedly go in level at the break here at Wembley Stadium.
      The Three Lions had been on top before Gianluca Scamacca opened the scoring against the run of play.
      Harry Kane equalised from the penalty spot with his 60th international goal.
      As it stands, England are qualifying for Euro 2024. More

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      FA Cup first round draw LIVE: Wrexham handed tricky away tie while Portsmouth travel to Chesterfield – reaction

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      THE FA Cup first round draw has concluded and there are some tasty ties to look forward to.Hollywood-owned Wrexham will make the tricky trip to Nigel Clough’s Mansfield Town.
      While League One leaders and 2008 FA Cup winners Portsmouth will travel to non-league Chesterfield.
      Fixtures for the first round proper will take place on the weekend of November 4/5, with games also likely to be scheduled for Friday, November 3rd.
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      Notable ties
      There are some juicy ties in this round.
      There are 32 non-league sides still in the competition hunting for a magical cup run.
      Eighth-tier Cray Valley will travel to The Valley to face League One side Charlton.
      Non-league opposition include Bolton taking on Solihull Moors and Barnsley hosting Horsham.
      The draw in full
      Here is the FA Cup first round proper draw in full:

      Curzon Ashton vs Avely or Barnet
      Alfreton Town vs Worthing
      Chesterfield vs Portsmouth
      Bolton Wanderers vs Solihull Moors
      Exeter City vs Wigan Athletic
      Leyton Orient vs Carlisle United
      Kidderminster vs Fleetwood Town
      Hereford vs Gillingham
      Ebsfleet United or Slough Town vs Grimsby Town
      Charlton Athletic vs Cray Valley
      Oxford vs Maidenhead United
      Newport County vs Oldham Athletic
      Swindon Town vs Aldershot Town
      Crewe Alexandra vs Derby County
      Mansfield Town vs Wrexham
      Marine vs Harrowgate Town
      Barnsley vs Horsham
      Port Vale vs Burton Albion
      Peterborough United vs Salford City
      Eastleigh vs Boreham Wood
      Bradford City vs Wycombe Wanderers
      Billericay Town or Sheppey United vs Walsall
      Shrewsbury Town vs Colchester United
      Bristol Rovers vs Chelmsford City or Whitby Town
      Lincoln City vs Morecambe
      Sutton United vs AFC Fylde
      Reading vs MK Dons
      Doncaster Rovers vs Accrington Stanley
      Chester vs York City or Needham Market
      Scarborough Athletic or Oxford City vs Forest Green Rovers
      Notts County vs Crawley Town
      Stockport County vs Worksop Town
      Yeovil Town vs Gateshead
      Stevenage vs Tranmere Rovers
      Braintree Town or Chesham United vs Maidstone
      Bromley vs Blackpool
      AFC Wimbledon vs Cheltenham Town
      Cambridge United vs Bracknell
      Northampton Town vs Barrow
      Ramsgate vs Hemel Hempstead or Woking

      Date reminder
      The first round draw proper will commence between November 3-6.
      Ramsgate v Hemel Hempstead or Working
      Northampton v Barrow
      Cambridge v Bracknell
      AFC Wimbledon v Cheltenham
      Bromley v Blackpool
      Braintree or Chesham v Maidstone
      Stevenage v Tranmere
      Yeovil v Gateshead
      Stockport v Worksop Town
      Notts County v Crawley
      Scarborough or Oxford City v Forest Green Rovers
      Chester v York City or Needham Market
      Doncaster v Accrington
      Reading v MK Dons
      Sutton United v AFC Fylde
      Lincoln v Morecambe
      Bristol Rovers v Chelmsford City or Whitby Town
      Shrewsbury v Colchester
      Billericay or Sheppey United v Walsall
      Bradford v Wycombe
      Eastleigh v Boreham Wood
      Peterborough v Salford More

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      KSI vs Tommy Fury LIVE RESULT: Latest reaction as INCORRECT scorecard error revealed after controversial Misfits fight

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      KSI and Tommy Fury’s big fight ended in a controversial decision at the AO Arena in Manchester!Fury was deducted a point but picked up the majority win as fans BOOOED the decision when his name was read out instead of KSI’s.
      Fans have slammed the controversial bout after the wrong result was announced due to a judge scoring his card incorrectly.
      While Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis was stopped early after security rushed into the ring in CHAOTIC scenes.

      Result: Tommy Fury def. KSI by MAJORITY DECISION

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      One punch difference
      Tommy Fury landed just one more shot than KSI in his points win over the YouTuber.
      TNT was announced as winning via majority decision but one judge tallied up his scorecard incorrectly – so all three judges actually gave the win to Fury.
      DAZN punch stats show Fury threw 159 punches but landed just 39, yet he won four out of six rounds according to each judge.
      KSI was far more efficient than his opponent and connected 38 times from 124 punches thrown – a strike rate of 31 per cent.
      However most of his damage came early in the fight and Fury was able to edge his way back into the contest.
      And the punches he landed were more evenly spread out across the fight as two judges had him winning three of the last four rounds, with one judge giving him all four.

      Logan rages at decision
      Logan Paul has weighed in on the decision to hand Tommy Fury victory.
      He believes his Prime business partner KSI did enough to win.
      The American, who beat Dillon Danis earlier in the night, said: “Horses***. I think JJ won.”
      KSI’s emotional tweet
      KSI has reflected on last night with an emotional tweet this morning.
      It read: “Appreciate all the kind messages from everyone. In the ring and watching it back I feel like I should have won.
      “Either way I feel like I accomplished what I wanted to in the end.
      “This little untalented nerd was able go toe-to-toe with a professional boxer.
      “Use me as the living proof that hard work and self belief can get you anywhere in this life.”
      Eubank backs KSI win
      Chris Eubank Jr also believes that KSI beat Tommy Fury.
      He said: “I thought KSI won, he landed more.
      “It happens, you don’t get the decision. It makes you stronger. But everyone sees the fight differently.
      “Some judges look at it as which boxer is moving forward, which is an amateur way of looking at it, but people see things differently.
      “He had a solid game plan and it messed up Fury.”
      Hearn makes KSI claim
      Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn agrees with KSI that he has been “robbed” of victory.
      The Matchroom chief was asked if Tommy Fury’s win was the correct decision.
      He responded: “No, he had a point deducted, KSI won the fight.”
      McGregor calls out KSI
      Conor McGregor has hinted that he would be willing to fight KSI despite his loss to Tommy Fury.
      The UFC legend said in a now deleted Tweet: “Ya know what. Me and KSI is an exciting fight.
      “A juicy nixer I used to call them back when I was a plumber now I’m on the lambo yacht he’s in a huracan.”
      A “nixer” is slang for a side job.

      Fur real?
      Fans are convinced Tyson Fury was concerned that his brother Tommy had not done enough to beat KSI.
      The boxer controversially edged the YouTuber on points after a laboured performance.
      As the results were read out at the end of the sixth round, the cameras panned to a nervous-looking Gypsy King.
      The WBC heavyweight champion was spotted with pursed lips as he looked on ringside.
      Relief was then shown as Fury jubilantly burst into wild celebration when his younger sibling’s victory was confirmed.

      Fury on his preparation struggles
      He said: “I couldn’t use my right hand for six weeks, I’m not an excuse-maker, I couldn’t use my hand for six weeks.”
      Fury later added: “I fought my heart out in there, and that’s all I can do. I said there will never be another Tyson Fury and I’m just trying to be the best Tommy Fury I can be.”
      Credit: ALAMY
      KSI vs Tommy Fury scorecards revealed showing WRONG result was announced
      Fans have slammed KSI vs Tommy Fury after the wrong result was announced due to a judge scoring his card incorrectly.
      Fury was awarded a majority decision victory with scores of 56-57, 56-57 and 57-57 being announced.
      But TNT actually won via unanimous decision, with judge Rafael James also scoring the contest 56-57 in his favour.
      James scored four rounds to Fury and two to KSI, but miscalculated the YouTuber’s overall tally so his scorecard read 57-57, leading to the wrong result being announced.

      Molly-Mae congratulates Tommy Fury
      Molly-Mae took to Instagram to congratulate her fiancée on his controversial win against KSI.
      Credit: Instagram/@mollymae
      Jake Paul slams KSI as a ‘sore loser’
      JAKE PAUL slammed KS as a “sore loser” as he demanded an appeal to his “robbery” loss to Tommy Fury.
      KSI was beaten as a boxer for the first time after six scrappy rounds at Manchester’s AO Arena.
      He came out on the wrong end of a majority-decision despite Fury having a point taken for punches to the back of the head.
      Still his aggression and work rate saw him scrape a win – leaving KSI in rage at the result.
      He said: “We’re gonna appeal. I want to appeal. I’m sorry that is outrageous.”
      In a separate rant, KSI fumed to Fury: “Robbery, it’s a robbery. You weren’t landing, look at your face.
      “Look at you. I’m the YouTuber and you’re the boxer, you have to win.”
      Fury, 24, came into the Battle of Britain bout having beaten KSI’s arch rival Paul, 26, over eight rounds in February.
      The American was ringside to watch his old rivals do battle having cornered brother Logan, 28, to victory over Dillon Danis, 30.
      And he was quick to rub salt in the wounds after watching KSI suffer the same fait as him against Fury.
      Paul posted on X, formerly Twitter: “HAHAHAHA KSI SORE LOSER CHOKING UP.
      “Only thing that got robbed is his hair line It’s okay KSI me too it’s gonna be okay bubba.
      “I took my loss like a man from the scorecard read and showed the youth how to learn from it and come back to take a W.
      “This 30 year old man crying for an appeal.”
      Credit: PA

      John Fury on Tommy’s performance
      John Fury, Tommy’s father, was in his son’s corner for his controversial win over KSI on Saturday night.
      John Fury on Tommy Fury beating KSI: “We did what we had to do. KSI didn’t wanna fight, he wanted to hold all night, he was smothering Tommy’s work. [The point deduction] was bulls***.”
      Credit: ALAMY
      Tommy Fury speaks
      Tommy Fury has REFUSED KSI a rematch after narrowly winning in their big grudge match on points.
      Fury said after his win: “He goes his way, I go mine. I’m done with all this s***, all this crossover s***.
      “I’m onto my next challenge now. I’m done with the b*******, f*** the b*******.”

      Tommy Fury says he’s done with crossover boxing
      Tommy Fury claims he is done with crossover boxing but called out the Paul brothers for a future fight.
      The former Love Island star vowed to end crossover boxing by defeating KSI, which he did via a split decision at the Manchester Arena last night.
      It is the second time Fury has defeated a YouTuber in the ring this year, having also beaten Jake Paul on points in February.
      After defeating KSI the 24-year-old promised he was finished with crossover fighting, yet seconds later challenged Jake and his brother Logan Paul to a fight.
      He told DAZN: “He goes his way I go mine. I’m done with all this s***. All this crossover s***. I’m not part of that I’m here to fight and we go onto the next challenge now.
      “I’m done with the bulls***. F*** the bulls**** onto the next challenge. Any of the Pauls want it I welcome it with open arms.”
      KSI, 30, wants a rematch after claiming Fury’s win was a “robbery”.
      He believes he should have won as he told his opponent he barely landed a punch, while Fury also had a point deducted for punching KSI in the back of his head.
      John Fury on KSI post-fight
      John Fury said: “I did go over to KSI [after the Tommy Fury fight] and try to be reasonable with him.
      “I said, ‘Fair play to you,’ I put my hand out to him and he wouldn’t even shake it.
      “That’s up to him, but they need a lesson in how to be men. He spat at me, so I could’ve said I’m not going near him.
      “But I know the fight game and what you do at the end of a fight is shake the man’s hand – win, lose or draw.
      “But these people don’t get it today. I’m old fashioned.”
      Credit: GETTY
      KSI planning to appeal
      KSI was left fuming with the controversial result and plans to appeal the loss.
      He said: “Robbery, it’s a robbery. You weren’t landing, look at your face. Look at you.
      “I’m the YouTuber and you’re the boxer, you have to win.”
      Credit: Splash
      Jake Paul slams ‘sore loser’ KSI
      Jake Paul slammed KS as a “sore loser” as he demanded an appeal to his “robbery” loss to Tommy Fury.
      KSI was beaten as a boxer for the first time after six scrappy rounds at Manchester’s AO Arena, with Paul in attendance for his brother Logan’s fight against Dillon Danis.
      Paul posted on X, formerly Twitter: “HAHAHAHA KSI SORE LOSER CHOKING UP.
      “Only thing that got robbed is his hair line It’s okay KSI me too it’s gonna be okay bubba.
      “I took my loss like a man from the scorecard read and showed the youth how to learn from it and come back to take a W.
      “This 30 year old man crying for an appeal.”
      Credit: PA
      Prime card recap

      DTG def. S-X by KO R1 (1:59)
      Astrid Wett def. Alexia Grace via UNANIMOUS DECISION (28-28 Draw, 30-26 Wett x2)
      Tempo Arts def. Chase DeMoor via SPLIT DECISION (39-37 Arts x2, 37-39 DeMoor)
      Ed Matthews def. Swarmz via KO R1 (00:30)
      Alex Wassabi & NichLmao DRAW. Luis Alcaraz Pineda & BDave (39-37 Pineda/Dave, 39-37 Wassabi/Lmao, 38-38 DRAW)
      My Mate Nate def. Whindersson Nunes via UNANIMOUS DECISION (40-36 x3)
      Anthony Taylor def. King Kenny via UNANIMOUS DECISION (49-45 x3)
      Deen The Great def. Walid Sharks via UNANIMOUS DECISION (49-44 x2, 48-45)
      Slim def. Salt Papi via KO R4 (2:54)
      Logan Paul def. Dillon Danis by DISQUALIFICATION
      Tommy Fury def. KSI by MAJORITY DECISION (57-56, 57-56, 57-57)

      Credit: PA
      Abdu Rozik steals the show
      Boxing fans were left baffled after spotting a light being beamed on Hasbulla’s rival Abdu Rozik during Logan Paul’s clash with Dillon Danis.
      many on social media were distracted by something outside of the ropes, a few rows away from the action.
      Tajikistani singer and social media influencer Rozik, 20, was clearly visible in the distance as a spotlight was being shone on him.
      He also appeared to be holding some form of boxing belt.
      Credit: X @DAZNBoxing
      Paul vs Danis ended in chaos
      Dillon Danis was DISQUALIFIED in his fight against Logan Paul.
      There were just SECONDS left of the six-rounder the MMA star appeared to try grab Paul into a chokehold.
      He had already previously attempted a takedown of the now-WWE star.
      Credit: Getty
      Big fight scorecards
      Despite the point off, Tommy Fury managed to get the decision on the judges’ scorecards.
      One judge had it a 57-57 draw, the other two in favour of TNT 57-56.
      Speaking after the fight, Fury revealed he had issues in his training camp, and admitted it was a “battle”.
      KSI was raging after the fight, clearly of the opinion that he was robbed.
      Why Tommy Fury was deducted a point
      Tommy Fury was deducted a point for hitting KSI twice in the back of the head on his way to victory.
      The Love Islander was warned the first time by the referee, but not let off again.
      There weren’t exactly any complaints from Tommy, with most coming from his raging corner.
      It was a poor start from the younger brother of WBC heavyweight king Tyson, with the crowd desperately trying to raise his spirits.
      Credit: Getty
      Fans loved tag team clash
      Fans hailed tag-team boxing after the unique format appeared on the undercard of KSI vs Tommy Fury.
      Bdave and Luis Pineda faced off against Alex Wassabi and NichLmao in a two-on-two brawl on Saturday night.
      After four rounds, the tag-team bout ended in a draw.
      But it provided heaps of entertainment for those inside the AO Arena in Manchester and those watching at home.
      Credit: Getty
      Rey Mysterio responds to Logan Paul
      The WWE US Champ didn’t take too kindly to Logan Paul’s call-out in the ring after his DQ win over Dillon Danis.
      Mysterio said he’s waiting on Paul’s next move…

      Deji reacts
      Covered in a hood, KSI’s brother Deji was in the crowd to witness KSI’s first defeat.
      And Deji simply tweeted: “Robbery, my brother won.”
      Deji vs Tommy Fury next?
      Credit: Splash
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      KSI vs Tommy Fury LIVE RESULT: Latest reaction as decision CHANGED after incorrect scorecard read out after fight

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      KSI and Tommy Fury’s big fight ended in a controversial decision at the AO Arena in Manchester!Fury was deducted a point but picked up the majority win as fans BOOOED the decision when his name was read out instead of KSI’s.
      Fans have slammed the controversial bout after the wrong result was announced due to a judge scoring his card incorrectly.
      While Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis was stopped early after security rushed into the ring in CHAOTIC scenes.

      Result: Tommy Fury def. KSI by MAJORITY DECISION

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      Molly-Mae
      Molly-Mae Hague looked the part for fight night.
      Before she set off from home, the Wag of Tommy Fury shared a stunning photo on Instagram.
      She captioned the snap: “Let’s go baby!!! @tommyfury”.

      Result change
      Incredibly, the Tommy Fury and KSI result has been changed.
      That’s according to Michael Benson, talkSPORT’s online boxing editor.
      “Tommy Fury’s win over KSI has now been CORRECTED to a unanimous decision, not a majority decision, because one of the judges’ scorecards was added up incorrectly,” Benson wrote on X.
      “His card was announced as a 57-57 draw, when he actually scored it 57-56 to Fury – same as the other two judges.”
      Don’t bank on a rematch
      After disposing of KSI, Fury was asked if he would grant his foe a rematch.
      Fury said in the ring: “We’ll see what’s next. If KSI wants another go, he’s going to have to sweeten up his attitude, because at the end of the day, it’s my turn – I’m the head of this table now.
      “Crossover boxing belongs to me: I beat Jake Paul, I beat KSI, the two front runners. I’m the head of this table now.”
      Fury leaves Deji speechless
      Tyson Fury left Deji speechless backstage after praising him for his performance against Floyd Mayweather.
      Fury was at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday to watch his brother Tommy Fury battle KSI.
      Fury said: “I’ve seen you fight, I was impressed. You fought Floyd Mayweather, I saw that.
      “That was f*****g amazing to fight someone like Mayweather. Congratulations brother.”

      Paul’s praise for KSI
      Logan Paul praised KSI for his performance against Tommy Fury.
      The pair are business partners – co-owning Prime.
      Paul wrote on X: “Be proud bro. You’ve achieved the impossible and will continue to do so.”
      How much did Tommy Fury make?
      Tommy Fury and KSI’s highly-anticipated fight took place in Manchester on Saturday, October 14, 2023.
      From the estimated prize purse to the final results of the boxing clash – here’s everything you need to know.
      The exact figure Tommy Fury made from his controversial clash with KSI is not known.
      However, he was expected to make to make just under half of a staggering £10 million prize purse.
      He said before the fight: “It’s easy money. Anybody else in my position wouldn’t turn it down. Even world champions.
      “These YouTube fights are not my highest point in life. I’m here to do a lot more than that.
      “Tyson first fought for a world title at 27, I’m still years off that. So I don’t know who is going to be around and whoever does have the belt, I want to challenge for it. 100 per cent. I’ve not trained all my life [to stop now].
      “Don’t forget I was a boxer before this YouTube stuff came about. I’ve not trained all my life to get in the ring with a YouTuber and get a good payday.
      “I’ve trained to be world champion. When all these fights have been and gone, I’m still going to pursue that.”
      Froch blasts Fury vs KSI fight
      British boxing legend Carl Froch labelled Tommy Fury’s clash with KSI “f***ing diabolical” and the “worst fight I’ve ever seen” in a scathing rant
      Speaking on his YouTube channel, Froch on Fighting, he said: “The fight was absolutely f***ing diabolical, it was crap, probably the worst fight I’ve ever seen.
      “It’s cringey to watch. Like, ‘What are these two guys doing?’ It’s appalling.
      “Everyone agrees how s*** it was. And then they’ve got the audacity at the end to have an argument.
      “You’ve just had six rounds to hit each other and you stood and held each other – now you wanna have a f***ing argument?
      “I don’t think anybody should’ve won, it should’ve been a draw.”
      KSI’s potential bouts
      KSI suffered his first boxing defeat on Saturday night as he endured a majority-decision loss to Tommy Fury in Manchester.
      Here’s who he could fight next:
      Tommy Fury
      Conor McGregor
      Floyd Mayweather
      Joe Fournier
      Potential fights for Fury
      Tommy Furry emerged victorious from his influencer boxing bout with KSI.
      Here’s who he could fight next:
      Conor McGregor
      Floyd Mayweather
      Logan Paul
      Jake Paul
      On brother comparisons
      Tommy has played down the impacts of being constantly compared to heavyweight champion sibling Tyson.
      TNT stated: “I fought my heart out in there, and that’s all I can do.
      “I said there will never be another Tyson Fury and I’m just trying to be the best Tommy Fury I can be.”
      Injury struggles
      Tommy Fury has revealed he battle injury in the build-up to the fight.
      He said: “I couldn’t use my right hand for six weeks, I’m not an excuse-maker, I couldn’t use my hand for six weeks.”
      Fury spotted after win
      Tommy Fury was spotted enjoying a bit of fresh air this morning after defeating KSI on points.
      The boxer is still unbeaten in the ring after extending his record to ten wins at the Manchester Arena last night.
      He cut a relaxed figure and appeared well-rested outside the hotel he used as a training camp near the venue despite the six-round contest, which all three judges scored in his favour.

      Nod to Molly-Mae
      Smitten Tommy Fury gave a sweet nod to his fiancée Molly-Mae Hague last night during his KSI fight in Manchester.
      The former Love Island star’s company, Filter By Molly Mae, was clear to see on his left leg.
      Credit: getty
      Fury calls out McGregor
      Tommy Fury is keen to fight Conor McGregor next although the Irishman called out KSI in a deleted tweet yesterday.
      Fury told Fight Hub TV: “I would love to share the ring with Conor McGregor. And if Conor McGregor wants it next I will 100 per cent share the ring with him.
      “I am a fan of Conor McGregor, I like him, he’s a good man, he got me into UFC.
      “If he wants to share the ring, my hand’s there, the offer’s there, I’ll have Conor next.”
      KSI wants a rematch with Fury after claiming he was robbed of victory.
      Last night’s recap
      MAIN EVENT: Tommy Fury def. KSI
      Undercard

      Logan Paul def. Dillon Danis 
      Slim Albaher def. Salt Papi
      Deen the Great def Walid Sharks
      Anthony Taylor def. King Kenny
      My Mate Nate def. Whindersson Nunes
      DRAW – Wassabi LMAO (Alex Wassabi & NichLmao) vs Los Pineda Coladas (Luis Alcaraz Pineda & BDave) – tag team match

      Preliminary Card

      Ed Matthews def. Swarmz
      Tempo Arts def. Chase DeMoor
      Astrid Wett def. Alexia Grace
      DTG def. S-X

      Specsavers join KSI debate
      Even Specsavers have joined the discussion over if KSI was “robbed” of victory against Tommy Fury.
      The glasses manufactures tweeted this cheeky response:

      Sidemen smash screen
      Sidemen member Harry, aka Wroetoshaw, smashed his screen when finding out KSI did not beat Tommy Fury.
      He tweeted: “Can’t believe this s*** man fuming.”

      John Fury admits harsh decision
      Tommy’s dad John has revealed that the result could have gone either way.
      He said: “If either got the decision there would have been no qualms from me.”
      One punch difference
      Tommy Fury landed just one more shot than KSI in his points win over the YouTuber.
      TNT was announced as winning via majority decision but one judge tallied up his scorecard incorrectly – so all three judges actually gave the win to Fury.
      DAZN punch stats show Fury threw 159 punches but landed just 39, yet he won four out of six rounds according to each judge.
      KSI was far more efficient than his opponent and connected 38 times from 124 punches thrown – a strike rate of 31 per cent.
      However most of his damage came early in the fight and Fury was able to edge his way back into the contest.
      And the punches he landed were more evenly spread out across the fight as two judges had him winning three of the last four rounds, with one judge giving him all four.

      Logan rages at decision
      Logan Paul has weighed in on the decision to hand Tommy Fury victory.
      He believes his Prime business partner KSI did enough to win.
      The American, who beat Dillon Danis earlier in the night, said: “Horses***. I think JJ won.”
      KSI’s emotional tweet
      KSI has reflected on last night with an emotional tweet this morning.
      It read: “Appreciate all the kind messages from everyone. In the ring and watching it back I feel like I should have won.
      “Either way I feel like I accomplished what I wanted to in the end.
      “This little untalented nerd was able go toe-to-toe with a professional boxer.
      “Use me as the living proof that hard work and self belief can get you anywhere in this life.”
      Eubank backs KSI win
      Chris Eubank Jr also believes that KSI beat Tommy Fury.
      He said: “I thought KSI won, he landed more.
      “It happens, you don’t get the decision. It makes you stronger. But everyone sees the fight differently.
      “Some judges look at it as which boxer is moving forward, which is an amateur way of looking at it, but people see things differently.
      “He had a solid game plan and it messed up Fury.”
      Hearn makes KSI claim
      Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn agrees with KSI that he has been “robbed” of victory.
      The Matchroom chief was asked if Tommy Fury’s win was the correct decision.
      He responded: “No, he had a point deducted, KSI won the fight.”
      McGregor calls out KSI
      Conor McGregor has hinted that he would be willing to fight KSI despite his loss to Tommy Fury.
      The UFC legend said in a now deleted Tweet: “Ya know what. Me and KSI is an exciting fight.
      “A juicy nixer I used to call them back when I was a plumber now I’m on the lambo yacht he’s in a huracan.”
      A “nixer” is slang for a side job.

      Fur real?
      Fans are convinced Tyson Fury was concerned that his brother Tommy had not done enough to beat KSI.
      The boxer controversially edged the YouTuber on points after a laboured performance.
      As the results were read out at the end of the sixth round, the cameras panned to a nervous-looking Gypsy King.
      The WBC heavyweight champion was spotted with pursed lips as he looked on ringside.
      Relief was then shown as Fury jubilantly burst into wild celebration when his younger sibling’s victory was confirmed. More

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      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis LIVE RESULTS: Latest reaction as Misfits Boxing bout descends into CHAOS with huge ring brawl

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      LOGAN PAUL’s clash with Dillon Danis descended into CHAOS with a ring brawl in the last round after the latter attempted a takedown. Paul won the bout by DQ and won every round before the sixth.
      Danis left the ring after the brawl and didn’t partake in any post-fight interviews as Paul called out Conor McGregor.

      Result: Logan Paul def. Dillon Danis by DISQUALIFICATION

      KSI vs Tommy Fury betting preview: Tips and odds
      Follow our live blog below to keep up to date with all the action from the AO Arena…
      Logan rages at KSI decision
      Logan Paul has weighed in on the decision to hand Tommy Fury a controversial victory.
      He believes his Prime business partner KSI did enough to win.
      The American, who beat Dillon Danis earlier in the night, said: “Horses***. I think JJ won.”
      McGregor hits out at Paul
      Logan Paul and his fiancee Nina Agdal were the subject of online abuse and trolling by Dillon Danis in the build-up to the fight with his family was left upset by the situation.
      Danis was since slapped with a restraining order, forcing him to stop his X-rated posts about the Danish model.
      McGregor fired shots at Paul after he beat Danis, saying: “Guess what mate, you’re back in a dark spot now.
      “Back into the locker room… thinking about all the s*** you’ve been going through, you’re still in a dark spot, you done nothing, up the crew.”
      ‘You little fool’
      Conor McGregor said in a deleted tweet about Dillon Danis: “I was impressed.”
      He continued in a voice note as he fired shots at Logan Paul: “Are you not entertained. I was impressed, good shots, [Danis] needs to believe in his shots more and more and let them go, some of them were alright.
      “Some of them he was throwing were alright, he just needed to let them go a bit more.
      “What did your man do anyway, he didn’t even wobble him, he didn’t even hurt him, you little fool.”
      McGregor deletes Danis praise
      Conor McGregor has deleted his social media posts praising his pal Dillon Danis.
      The Irishman hailed the MMA fighter despite his disqualification with his bout against Logan Paul ending in a brawl.
      McGregor gave his thoughts on last night’s action throughout but has now deleted several posts, including one entertaining the prospect of fighting KSI.
      Commentator slams Danis
      DAZN commentator Todd Grisham slammed Dillon Danis’ performance last night.
      He fumed: “An embarrassment for Dillon Danis and an easy win for Logan Paul.
      “He threw more punches at the security guards than he did in this fight. That is ridiculous.”
      McGregor keen on KSI
      Despite Logan Paul seemingly keen on fighting Conor McGregor, the Irishman is more bothered about KSI.
      In a deleted tweet posted last night, the UFC legend said: “Ya know what. Me and KSI is an exciting fight.
      “A juicy nixer I used to call them back when I was a plumber now I’m on the lambo yacht he’s in a huracan.”
      A “nixer” is slang for a side job.
      He has previously called out KSI in the past.
      Logan Paul calls out Conor McGregor
      Paul said: “I forgave Dillon before the fight started, to try not to kill him. 
      “Hey Conor McGregor, I took your b****, put a leash on him and took him for a walk. Who’s the real fighter now?”
      “Maybe if Conor McGregor wants to step up for his b****, I’ll fight him. Where is that little leprechaun?”
      Credit: PA
      Paul calls out Rey Mysterio for WWE clash
      Paul said: “I want that US title. Rey Mysterio, I already beat you once brother and I’m coming for that US Championship. Let’s go!’ said Paul after beating Danis.
      Mysterio responded on X (formerly Twitter) by saying: “Did @loganpaul just call me out? I’m not hard to find homie. Every Friday Night on SmackDown.
      Credit: ALAMY
      Chaos and mass brawl at end of Logan Paul v Dillon Danis
      Logan Paul and Dillon Danis’ bitter grudge match ended in chaos and DISQUALIFICATION after their two teams stormed the ring.
      Paul was on the way to a six-round shutout when jujitsu champion Danis attempted an MMA-style takedown.
      With only seconds of the co-headliner left, Danis’ antics caused both corners to charge in the ring sparking a mass brawl.
      The two were eventually pulled apart and the largely uneventful fight ended in a DQ for Danis, who was ushered out of the ring.

      About last night
      If you missed any of what went down in Manchester last night, you missed quite a spectacle.
      Here’s all the results:

      Tommy Fury bt KSI by majority decision
      Logan Paul bt Dillon Danis by disqualification
      Slim bt Salt Papi by fourth round KO
      Deen the Great bt Walid Sharks by unanimous decision
      Anthony Taylor bt King Kenny by unanimous decision
      My Mate Nate bt Whindersson Nunes by unanimous decision
      Nichlmao & Alex Wassabi drew with Luis Pineda & B Dave
      Ed Matthews bt Swarmz by first round KO
      Tempo Arts bt Chase DeMoor by split decision
      Astrid Wett vs Alexia by majority decision
      DTG bt XS by first round KO

      Logan Paul’s verdict
      “He’s supposed to be good at jiu-jitsu, what happened?
      “He tried the takedown I stopped that and I stopped the guillotine.
      “Dillon Danis is a coward, just a dirty human being. Dealing with a guy like that is not easy. He’s a coward, a true demon.”
      “He calls himself a real fighter? What we talking about? Hey Conor McGregor, I took your b*** put him on a leash and took him for a walk.”
      Ugly scenes
      In case you missed it, last night’s fight ended in pure chaos.
      Security were forced to step in when Dillon Danis was disqualified.
      He barely threw a punch in anger but instead tried to use a couple of MMA moves on Paul.
      And then he threw punches at security – which is more than he did at Paul all night.
      .Credit: Getty
      .Credit: Getty
      Jake Paul’s verdict
      He’s been on Twitter overnight, of course he has…
      “Dillon’s lucky security stopped me f***ing p***y Talked so much shit and is one of the worst fighters I’ve ever seen.”
      .Credit: Splash
      Conor says
      Conor McGregor says he was ‘impressed’ with Dillon Danis.
      Interesting to know what part of the performance impressed him?

      Fury’s plan
      Looks like you can count Tommy Fury out of any more of these types of fights.
      I kind of think he’ll be back, to be honest. This is where the money is for him.
      Fury said: “He goes his way I go mine. I’m done with this crossover boxing.
      “I’m done with the bulls**t. I’m going back to boxing.”
      Recap
      Here’s all the results from tonight’s card in full…

      Tommy Fury bt KSI by majority decision
      Logan Paul bt Dillon Danis by disqualification
      Slim bt Salt Papi by fourth round KO
      Deen the Great bt Walid Sharks by unanimous decision
      Anthony Taylor bt King Kenny by unanimous decision
      My Mate Nate bt Whindersson Nunes by unanimous decision
      Nichlmao & Alex Wassabi drew with Luis Pineda & B Dave
      Ed Matthews bt Swarmz by first round KO
      Tempo Arts bt Chase DeMoor by split decision
      Astrid Wett vs Alexia by majority decision
      DTG bt XS by first round KO

      Jake Paul’s verdict…
      Logan’s brother has been on Twitter, as expected:
      “Dillon’s lucky security stopped me f***ing p***y Talked so much shit and is one of the worst fighters I’ve ever seen.”
      .Credit: Splash
      Tommy Fury says…
      “Thank you for everyone in Manchester who turned out. I did this for you. I love you, my home town.
      “I don’t make excuses, but I couldn’t use my right hand for six weeks in the buildup.
      “I’m emotional because fight by fight I’m changing my family’s life and my daughter’s life.
      “I fought my heart out in there and that’s all I can do. He’s an awkward man but I got the victory tonight.
      “I said from day one there will never be another Tyson Fury. I’m just trying to be Tommy Fury.“
      KSI’s fury
      KSI is not happy with this result.
      He calls it a robbery and wants to appeal.
      I’m not sure that’s the right word to use. He certainly has an argument to win this, considering the point deduction for Fury.
      Personally, I think the scorecards were just about right.
      It’s over
      Tommy Fury has beaten KSI by majority decision.
      KSI is furious. Tommy wins it 57-56 on two cards with the other a 57-57 draw.
      McGregor says
      Dillon Danis’ stablemate has spoken.
      It’s a strange take from Conor, this…

      Let the fun begin
      KSI and Tommy Fury are underway in their main event showdown.
      The atmosphere in Manchester is electric.
      You can follow it right HERE.
      One more fight
      Well our fun is over as far as this fight goes. It’s fair to say it didn’t deliver.
      There is one more bout in Manchester if you weren’t aware for some reason.
      KSI and Tommy Fury are making their way to the ring.
      What’s next for Logan?
      “If Dillon puts on all his purse then I’ll do it (an MMA fight).
      “But this is a hobby for me. I’m going back to WWE and I want that US title – Rey Mysterio let’s go.”
      More from Logan…
      “He calls himself a real fighter? What we talking about? Hey Conor McGregor, I took your b*** put him on a leash and took him for a walk.”
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      KSI vs Tommy Fury LIVE RESULT: Huge controversy as Fury DEDUCTED point, Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis HALTED in chaos

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      KSI and Tommy Fury are in the ring RIGHT NOW to settle their feud in the main event of Misfits Boxing’s Prime card in Manchester!But Fury has been deducted a point in the second round of what has been a war so far.
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis has been stopped early after security rushed into the ring in CHAOTIC scenes.
      It has been a hell of a show, with Astrid Wett beating Alexia Grace, Deen The Great in a thriller and Salt Papi vs Slim!
      Follow our live blog below to keep up to date with all the action from the AO Arena…
      KSI vs Tommy Fury – Round 6 – FINAL ROUND
      They both land some good shots in the final round, Tommy in particular gets a good right hand halfway through.
      A minute to go, will one of them go for this now?
      No they won’t! They both think they have won it!
      It will go to a decision…
      KSI vs Tommy Fury – Round 5
      Both fighters have landed 26 punches each – that is how even this fight is so far.
      This is not the type of fight we were expecting from Tommy Fury, he looks as though the pressure might be getting the better of him.
      As soon as the referee stops the clinch, they seem to go straight back into it.
      Fury gets a few good hits at the end, but that round is too close to call as we head into the FINAL ROUND.
      KSI vs Tommy Fury – Round 4
      They are clinching every two seconds at the moment, and there is so much holding going on.
      Tommy is complaining to the referee about the amount of holding going on, but he needs to start moving back.
      KSI looks like he is starting to feel a little bit of fatigue now.
      KSI vs Tommy Fury – Round 3
      Tommy Fury gets a good left hook on KSI in the third round, and he is maybe starting to turn the momentum into his favour.
      Another good hit from Fury, this time with the right hand.
      Lots of holding going on in all of these rounds – Fury needs to keep this fight at a distance.
      KSI vs Tommy Fury – Round 2
      Good right hand from Tommy Fury early in the second round.
      Tommy gets a point taken for hitting KSI in the back of the head again!Tommy looks like he is trying to tire KSI, but he has proclaimed himself that he is a “different animal”.
      A point deduction for Fury the highlight of that round…
      He could be in trouble heading into the third!
      KSI vs Tommy Fury – Round 1
      It’s an energetic start from these two, particularly KSI.
      KSI lands a BIG right hand early on in the round!
      KSI is claiming that there was a shot to the back of the head from Tommy, and it looks as though there was – no point taken however.
      It looks like the Nightmare has caught Tommy a bit by surprise in the early stages of this fight.
      He may very well have won the first round of this one…
      Here we go!
      We are about to get underway here with the first round, full action is coming to you, NEXT.
      HERE WE GO!
      LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
      God Save The King
      An absolutely stunning rendition of the national anthem is belted out, and echoed by the crowd here in Manchester.
      Here he comes, the NIGHTMARE – KSI!
      He walks, or drives, out in a Lambo, to his first ever song – Lamborghini.
      He then brings out Giggs for a live performance of Talkin the Hardest!He truly is a showman.
      From playing video games in his room, to this, it is simply incredible.
      Tommy Fury walks out
      Here comes Tommy Fury, and he walks out to Wonderwall by Oasis.
      That is one way to get a Manchester crowd onside, it is practically a 20,000 person karaoke session here in the arena.
      Will Tommy win it?
      “Maybeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee”
      Who is gonna win it?
      You have got one final chance to have your say…
      Who is going to win it, KSI or Tommy Fury?

      KSI vs Tommy Fury up NEXT!
      The wait is finally over, we have KSI vs Tommy Fury coming to you very, very shortly.
      It is time for the main event.
      Are you ready?
      Logan Paul calls out McGregor and Rey Mysterio
      Logan Paul has just called out Rey Mysterio for the US title in WWE.
      He has then gone and called out Conor McGregor in boxing too!
      Not only that, but Jake Paul has asked Tommy Fury to “sign the contract” ahead of his fight against KSI coming NEXT!
      Logan Paul wins as Dillon Danis is disqualified!
      Logan Paul takes the win against Dillon Danis, as the latter is disqualified.
      Drama after Paul vs Danis!
      Dillon Danis attempts an MMA move on Logan Paul at the end of the fight, and security immediately rush the ring.
      Dillon Danis THROWS A PUNCH AT SECURITY, before being crowded into a corner.
      Logan Paul undoubtedly the winner of that fight.
      Logan Paul got the better of Dillon DanisCredit: Splash
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Final Round
      Logan Paul is coming out going for it in this final round.
      Danis looks like he is afraid of being made into a meme.
      Logan’s security enters the ring as Dillon Danis attempts what looks like an MMA move on Paul.
      Danis will lose a point for that.
      The crowd turn it on for Logan Paul!
      IT ALL KICKS OFF AT THE END!
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Round 5
      Dillon Danis does not look as though he is going to open himself up to win this fight.
      Danis is STILL talking…
      Much of the same in the fifth round, with no heavy hits.
      Danis has landed nine punches, Logan Paul EIGHTY-TWO…
      This isn’t even the main event!
      We’ve got KSI vs Tommy Fury coming up for you NEXT!
      Tyson Fury is overlooking his brothers opponent as he gets his hands wrapped…
      Tyson Fury overlooks KSI getting his hands wrapped – Credit: @DAZN
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Round 4
      Danis comes out and actually throws a punch at Logan Paul.
      He is likely down three rounds to zero, so if his plan was to wear Logan down and then attack him, he is going to have to start taking action now.
      The fourth round comes to an end, and it looks as though all four of them could have gone in favour of Logan Paul…
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Round 3
      You can see Dillon Danis doing the old Anderson Silva move as he rolls onto his back, an MMA move.
      Of course the crowd reacts negatively to this, and he gets a big bad reaction from the Manchester Arena.
      Undoubtedly Logan Paul is still winning this one, but no sign of a knockout as we head into the fourth round of six…
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Round 2
      It looks like it is two rounds to nil so far in favour of Logan Paul.
      Logan absolutely unloaded the tank on Dillon Danis at the end of round 2.
      Obviously dominating the fight so far as Danis has been so defensive, Paul is definitely the favourite so far.
      Very clear that Danis is going to need to come out and attack a little if he is going to get a result here.
      Everyone will be well aware that if Danis attacks though, he will be open to a hard counter from Logan Paul.
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Round 2
      Everyone can see Dillon Danis is talking non stop to Logan Paul in this fight.
      Mocking Logan as he sticks with this defensive style.
      If he is going to win this fight then Danis needs to engage at some point.
      Logan is backing off a little, but he needs to attack harder if he is going to knock Danis out like he said.
      You can assume Danis is trying to tire Logan out…
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Round 1
      Halfway through round one and Dillon Danis has yet to throw a punch at Logan Paul.
      I think he is defending well thus far, but Paul could be too much for him as this fight goes on…
      Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis – Here we go!
      Logan Paul mouths “I forgive you” to Danis in the build up.
      They refuse to touch gloves.
      HERE WE GO!
      The American national anthem is BOOED
      The American national anthem is sung before Danis and Paul take to the stage, and it is met with boos all around Manchester. More