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      West Ham 0 Everton 1 LIVE RESULT: Hammers stunned as Calvert-Lewin fires Toffees to huge tribute win in London

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      EVERTON have delivered the perfect tribute to their late chairman Bill Kenwright by beating West Ham at the London Stadium.Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s second-half strike turned out to be the all-important winner.
      And as a result, it means that the Hammers have now lost three consecutive fixtures in all competitions.

      RESULT: West Ham 0-1 Everton
      Live stream: NOW TV
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League
      West Ham XI: Areola; Coufal, Zouma, Aguerd, Cresswell; Ward-Prowse, Alvarez; Kudus, Bowen, Paqueta; Antonio
      Everton XI: Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski; Braithwaite, Mykolenko; Harrison, Garner, Onana, McNeil; Doucoure; Calvert-Lewin

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      FULL-TIME West Ham 0-1 Everton
      It’s a massive win for Everton.
      The Toffees are breaking away from the bottom half of the table after securing three points against the Hammers.
      Dyche’s squad now sit 15th in the table.
      Moyes’ men face yet another defeat this week as they failed to bring the game back in the end.
      Credit: Getty
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      There will be SIX minutes of added time.
      West Ham are desperate to stop an Everton victory.
      But the clock is ticking away – will the Hammers be able to bring this one back?
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      90. CLOSE! Almost the leveller!
      Paqueta swings in a cross and Benrahma meets the ball with a fierce strike which is pushed away by Pickford.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      87. SUBSTITUTION! 28. Chermiti comes on for the superstar of the match Calvert-Lewin.
      The striker has been remarkable for the Toffees today and they’re minutes away plus added time from securing a win.
      This would be Everton’s fifth win in their last 41 away games.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      84. SUBSTITUTION! Cresswell comes off and is replaced by No18 Danny Ings.
      Another missed chance for West Ham who fired the ball over the net once again.
      Alvarez (West Ham) YELLOW CARD!
      83. West Ham are getting frustrated now as the Toffees are just less than TEN minutes from a crucial win.
      Amadou Onana drives things forward for Everton, but he’s taken out by Edson Alvarez – who received a yellow for his challenge.
      Credit: Reuters
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      79. A great save from Pickford as Kudus tries to even the score out but hits the keeper in the chest.
      The England keeper was quick to prevent a goal for the Hammers
      The Ghanian was offside but Pickford had no idea.
      Benrahma (West Ham) YELLOW CARD!
      77. Benrahma is booked for a tactical foul which breaks down an Everton counter attack.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      73. SUBSTITUTION! A change is ready to be made as 28. Tomas Soucek is on the sidelines and will be coming on to replace Ward-Prowse.
      West Ham win a corner and it will now be taken by Bowen.
      The ball again is immediately cleared by Everton’s defence as West Ham continues to fight for a goal.
      Paqueta (West Ham) YELLOW CARD!
      69. West Ham cry for a penalty as the ball is headed against the arm of an Everton defender who is standing inches away from the ball.
      Paqueta received a yellow for dissent as frustration builds for the Hammers who are seeking to bring the game back.
      It would have been very harsh and VAR rightly doesn’t overturn the referee’s call of no penalty.
      Credit: AFP
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      65. CHANCE! Its another poor performance from West Ham’s defence.
      A dipping shot from McNeil is tipped over the bar by Hammers keeper Areola.
      McNeil really had a chance to take his team to a 2-0 lead.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      60. CHANCE! Another great chance for Everton
      Calvert-Lewin headers the ball to Doucoure who takes his shot but narrowingly misses the goal.
      West Hams’s defence are all over the place and let the Mali international have a clear shot.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      57. No9 Antonio heads off for West Ham and is replaced by 22. Benrahma.
      Antonio before his send off won West Ham a wide free-kick. James Ward-Prowse is over it.
      But Paqueta smashes a bicycle kick the wrong direction.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      54. The Everton fans have livened up and now roaring their team on.
      West Ham are still trying to break down the Toffees defence to even the score out.
      West Ham 0-1 Everton
      That was Calvert-Lewin’s 50th Premier League goal for Everton.
      He is the fourth player to reach that milestone for the Toffees after Romelu Lukaku (68), Duncan Ferguson (60) and Tim Cahill (56).
      GOAL! Calvert-Lewin (Everton) 51′
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      47. FREE KICK! Cresswell takes the free-kick for the Hammers.
      But Bowen’s downward header shoots the ball over the post.
      Another missed opportunity for Moyes side this game.
      Kick-off West Ham 0-0 Everton
      Both sides will be keen to make an impact this half.
      A goal would be appreciated from either side as they chase to swoop up the three points.
      Everton get the second half started.
      No changes were made during the break.
      HALF TIME West Ham 0-0 Everton
      Neither side has really been able to build up any momentum in the first half.
      West Ham are struggling to get ahead of the game and then when they do get the ball back from Everton there are so many of the Toffee players defending.
      The same goes for Everton – a stern team talk from both Moyes and Dyche is sure to be given to both sides as they take on the next half.
      Credit: AFP
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      45. The scoreboard has shown there will be FIVE minutes of added time.
      Moaning and groaning from some fans inside London Stadium, show how bad the first half has been.
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      42. The game is slowed down even more as Onana falls to the ground and puts his head in his hands.
      But he elegantly steams back onto the pitch as the Toffees are yet to make any real impact in the game.
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      40. OVER! Calvert-Lewin again headers another ball over the sticks.
      Everton are really struggling to get a shot on target in this first half.
      The crowd has started to die down and the game has really slowed down.
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      35. A decent corner from Everton as Tarkowski rises highest at the back post, but a downward header is blocked by West Hams’s wall.
      Everton take back possession only for Jack Harrison to launch a shot over the goal.
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      36. The last 10 minutes for Everton have not been great.
      Each time their frontline attempt to break into penalty they are met with Aguerd and Zouma who boot the ball straight back
      West Ham 0-0 Everton
      31. Boos for Pickford from the West Ham fans now, every time he touches the ball.
      He slips up a clearance as it goes out for a throw and the Hammers fans let him know the mistake he just made. More

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      Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Reds look to build on Merseyside derby win

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      LIVERPOOL will host Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Sunday afternoon as the Reds look to build on their Merseyside derby win against Everton.They will face a Steve Cooper side that are without a win in their last five Premier League games but have only tasted defeat in one of those matches.

      Kick off time: 2pm BST
      TV/live stream: Not available in the UK

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      Brighton vs Fulham LIVE SCORE: Seagulls host London outfit Fulham in a tasty Premier League contest

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      BRIGHTON welcome Fulham to the AMEX for a thrilling Premier League match – and three crucial points are up for grabs.The Seagulls will feel hard done by having marginally lost to reigning champions Manchester City last weekend.
      However, Roberto De Zerbi will be confident that his men can get the job done against a Fulham side who were recently torn apart by Tottenham.

      Kick-off time: 2pm GMT
      Live stream/TV: Not chosen to be televised in the UK

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      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou LIVE RESULTS: Fury DROPPED to canvas in shock main event – latest updates

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      TYSON FURY is facing UFC legend Francis Ngannou in a historic crossover fight in Saudi Arabia – and he has been KNOCKED DOWN!But the big main event has started later than planned after epic opening ceremony. A win for Ngannou would be among the sport’s greatest shocks while Fury would suffer a disastrous defeat.
      And Oleksandr Usyk is waiting in the wings ringside with their mega undisputed heavyweight title bout set to be confirmed tonight for December 23.

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      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 6)
      Francis Ngannou is just so physically strong. He’s absorbed everything Tyson’s thrown at him. Fury needs to raise the tempo and test his challenger’s fitness.
      Another right hand from Fury that just bounces off Ngannou. The former UFC champion is still throwing, but there’s a noticeable drop off in intensity.
      Ngannou has done so much in those opening rounds, will they be enough to see him to victory?
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 5)
      Tyson Fury has regained his composure, and he’s boxing from range. Occasionally dipping in to land a stiff jab – but he can’t get Francis Ngannou to come forward. The MMA superstar is staying compact.
      Snap! Great combination from Fury, who delivers his best moment of the fight. Much cleaner work but it’s still a monster task from here.
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 4)
      Francis Ngannou is working well behind his jab. He’s patient, he’s accurate and he’s roughing Tyson Fury up!
      Fury does look to have his legs back and he’s landed a few decent blows – but Ngannou is unmoved and steadfast. Carl Frampton has Ngannou winning all four rounds so far, and it’s hard to disagree.
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 3)
      DOWN GOES FURY!
      You are kidding me?! Francis Ngannou drops Tyson Fury to the deck with a left hook to the temple from the Gods! Fury rolls off the canvas and back to his feet fairly swiftly and blows his cheeks. He looks rattled.
      Fury survives to the end of the round, but how will he respond to that?
      Oh, I forgot to mention – Ngannou laughed and danced in Fury’s face while he was on the deck.
      Credit: GETTY
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 2)
      Has Francis Ngannou read the script? Everyone was expecting the former UFC champion to come out swinging wildly, but he’s not taking the bait. He’s keeping his range and not getting involved in a scrap.
      There’s also blood coming from above the left eye of Fury! Ngannou either got him with a swinging left hook or there was a clash of heads. It’s tough to see.
      He switches to southpaw, which has to be a sign of respect for his opponent.
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 1)
      No time wasted! Tyson Fury is straight out and lands with a stiff jab. Francis Ngannou takes it well and goes on the front foot.
      Fury gets angry when Ngannou doesn’t release from the clinch, and is given a swift ticking off from the referee.
      Ngannou flicks out a double jab and lands a shot to Fury’s body. It’s actually been a very impressive start from the MMA star, who’s showing good patience, composure and is picking his shots.
      One or two words exchanged when the bell rings. Impressive.
      We’ve made it
      Ok folks, the fighters are in the ring, the robes and crowns are off and Michael Buffer is doing the introductions. We’re just moments away from discovering who is the baddest man on the planet.
      We’re underway.
      Not so fast
      Don’t you dare think this is going to start now. I’m starting to think this could be the most expensive and sophisticated prank ever played on a global audience.
      The Saudi Arabian, English and Cameroon national anthems are about to begin.
      Hello Tyson
      It’s very clear who the fans inside the arena are supporting. The volume turns up six notches when the Gypsy King strolls out to Jolene by Dolly Parton.
      Again, Fury is on the throne in a gold robe with a crown as flames shoot up from the floor. He shadow boxes on his way to the ring as the song switches to Pretty Woman by Roy Orbison.
      I feel like I’m describing a dream I had.
      Hello Francis
      “Ladies and gentlemen, who will be the baddest man on the planet? Let’s get this paaaaarty started,” announces the legendary Michael Buffer from the middle of the ring.
      Started From the Bottom by Drake blares from the sound system as Francis Ngannou emerges on stage.
      He’s sat on a throne, adorned in a gold robe with a crown on. Mike Tyson stood beside him in a suit. Iron Mike follows him down the ramp giving advice until the very last moment.
      I’m no entrance expert, but that was clunky to say the least.

      Sweet Caroline…
      That MUST mean we’re close.
      TNT Sports are showing pictures of Tyson Fury being dressed up in some kind of robe, and a crown placed on his head. Steve Bunce thinks the “Gypsy King” is looking pensive. I agree.
      Oleksandr Usyk isn’t looking pensive. He’s belting out Sweet Caroline at the top of his lungs.
      Education
      Is this an educational trip for Oleksandr Usyk?
      The WBA, WBO and IBF champion is scheduled to fight Tyson Fury at this location on December 23 to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis.
      But with the best will in the world, he’s probably not going to learn a lot when Fury is fighting a boxing novice.
      He’s still doing Usyk things though.

      The ring has risen
      The ring actually rose from under the ground in the opening ceremony.
      And it is now in place and looking ready to go!
      SunSport has the latest from inside the arena.
      Watch Fury vs Ngannou ring rise from the ground ahead of spectacular Battle of the Baddest
      Atmosphere
      The arena is slowly but surely recovering from the energy-sapping ‘opening ceremony’, and Freed From Desire by Gala Rizzatto is doing most of the heavy lifting.
      It does look a sell-out.
      Open workouts
      Well it’s been a nightmare trying to decipher anything from Francis Ngannou’s open workout. All answers are basically wrong.
      There wasn’t too much in the way of footwork, while his head movement and speed were also noticeably slow. Then again, many have said he’s conserving energy.
      He was breathing quite heavily after unleashing a few rockets. Then again, many have said that he’s making himself look worse on purpose.
      Glad to have answered no questions there.
      Credit: GETTY
      Boos?
      Well that’s perked me up.
      TNT Sports were hailing the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo and the fans inside the arena all booed on mass.
      Quite surprising given he plays for Al-Nassr, who are based in the city of Riyadh. Must be a lot of Al-Hilal ultras in there tonight.
      Eminem and Oleksandr Usyk got huge cheers by the way.
      Here IT comes
      Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome… the boxing ring!
      The stage just moved backwards, and the ring has emerged from underground. That was cool, if not a little cute.
      Undercard – done. Entertainment – done. The main event is upon us, folks. I promise.
      3 reasons why
      Francis Ngannou has delivered three reasons why he’s going to win tonight.

      I’m stronger
      I’m more hungry
      I’m dedicated

      That didn’t work at my last job interview, and I’m not convinced it’s going to work tonight, mate. Love the confidence though.
      Performances are still ongoing. Just going to let the dog out, back in five…
      Mike’s thoughts
      Ok, let’s get back to fighting.
      As we know, Mike Tyson is Francis Ngannou’s mentor for this contest, but he really does fancy his fighter to pull off an upset.
      Why? Well because the former UFC champion punched an opponent so hard in training that he broke his leg. You read that right.
      “At first when this came to me, I said ‘there’s no way this is going to happen’,” Tyson said.
      “Then I watched him spar and he hit this guy and he broke his leg when he went down — and I said ‘man, there is a possibility something good could happen here’.
      “I have never seen anything like that before. If he could do that man, he could possibly be heavyweight champion of the world.”
      Credit: getty
      Still going…
      The entertainment is still going. It’s approaching 1am in Riyadh.
      Try pulling this on the regulars at York Hall, you’d have a riot on your hands.
      The ceremony begins
      Turki al-Sheikh delivers a quick pre-recorded speech, and the music starts with a very impressive lights show.
      Who is performing? No, seriously, who is this?
      I’m reliably informed it’s Flowdan, and Wikipedia tells me he’s an English grime MC and record producer from Bow and Poplar, East London.
      He’s swiftly followed by Lil Baby. I’m not even going to search for him.
      Selfie
      Massive congratulations are in order. The greatest of all time has managed to get himself a picture with Cristiano Ronaldo.
      That’ll be framed and on the mantel piece shortly.

      Sheikh-en, not stirred
      What’s the state of play? Well, we’re waiting. Patiently.
      It looks as though the arena has filled up and everything’s ready to go for the super secret opening ceremony to kick-start Riyadh Season.
      But… we can’t start the event until Turki al-Sheikh takes his seat, and he’s nowhere to be seen.
      Cristiano Ronaldo’s prediction
      That’s admittedly a misleading headline, he really doesn’t have one.
      Asked who he thinks will win, he smiles and says: “They are both my friends, let’s see.”
      Never broke stride while not answering the question. A true professional.
      It’s showtime!
      No, not that show. Riyadh Season will officially begin with an opening ceremony in a few moments.
      Reports suggest it’s been arranged by the same producers who do the Olympic Games ceremonies and Super Bowl half-time shows.
      Expectations are high, then again, my favourite band are The Kinks and I have my doubts Ray Davies will be strolling out on stage. More

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      Arsenal 5-0 Sheffield United LIVE REACTION: Eddie Nketiah hits stunning hat-trick as Gunners thrash Blades

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      EDDIE NKETIAH hit a sensational hat-trick as Arsenal battered Sheffield United in their Premier League clash.Mikel Arteta rang the changes for the match, including benching captain Martin Odegaard and starting Emile Smith Rowe.
      Subs Fabio Vieira and Takehiro Tomiyasu added to the goals as the Gunners ran riot.

      Result: Arsenal 5 Sheffield United 0
      Arsenal XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Kiwior, Zinchenko; Smith Rowe, Rice, Havertz; Saka, Nketiah, Martinelli
      Sheffield Utd: Foderingham Bogle, Trusty, Robinson, Thomas; Norwood, Slimane, Souza; McAfee, Hamer; Brewster

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      Gunners continue unbeaten start to campaign
      Arsenal remain unbeaten this season as they put Sheff Utd to the sword today.
      It took a while to break down Sheff Utd but once they did, there seemed no way back for the visitors.
      They move to second in the table, closing the gap on North London rivals Tottenham.
      The performances of Rice and Nketiah, in particular, were a joy to behold.
      FT: Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      With no Martin Odegaard or Gabriel Jesus, it was time for Declan Rice to step up today and boy did he deliver.
      He controlled the centre of midfield, breaking up play and winning the ball back for Arsenal.
      Without his skipper alongside him, he even took the mantle of coming forward more and trying to get his side on the attack.
      FT: Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      Eddie Nketiah stepped up to the plate for his side today.
      With Gabriel Jesus out injured, it was his turn to lead the line.
      Scoring his first hat trick for the club, the English striker was the man of the moment for The Gunners.
      Credit: Getty
      FT: Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      It is a dominant win from The Gunners, nothing more than they deserved.
      While it took some time to break down the visitors, their second half performance was a joy to behold.
      Mikel Arteta looks a very pleased man on that touchline now.

      FT: Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      It is a massive win for The Gunners.
      Sheff Utd will want to forget this one as they suffer another heavy defeat.
      Meanwhile, Arsenal cut the gap to neighbours Tottenham to just two points.
      Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      90+8. Huge cheers from the home fans as Tomiyasu gets his first Arsenal goal on his fiftieth appearance.
      VAR is having a look at this one.
      Check complete, the goal will stand.
      Tomiyasu poked home as the corner was not cleared.
      Goal – Takehiro Tomiyasu (Arsenal)
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90+6. Havertz wins the ball and pokes it through to Nketiah.
      As he looks to get a shot off in the box it is blocked by the Sheff Utd defender.
      Corner to Arsenal, chance to apply more pressure.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90+4. It will be important for the manager that they keep a clean sheet now.
      With the game already won, there is no need to let their guard down.
      Elneny is on for Arsenal and looking to get involved straight away.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90+2. Baldock comes forward for Sheff Utd and is blocked off by Zinchenko.
      Chance for the visitors to make Raya do some work in the Arsenal goal.
      It is whipped into the back post but no one can get a telling touch.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90. We are going to have ten additional minutes.
      That must feel like salt in the wound for the visitors.
      The Blades come forward, trying to find some consolation.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      88. Nketiah opts to not take the spot kick.
      Viera, the man who won it, steps up and calmly slots home.
      He sent the keeper the wrong way with ease.
      Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Goal – Fabio Viera (Arsenal)
      Penalty to Arsenal
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      86. The referee has been told to go to the monitor.
      This can usually mean only one thing.
      Arsenal’s fans wait in anticipation.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      84. Viera is down in the box rolling around.
      The referee did not feel it was enough contact for a penalty.
      VAR is checking this one.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      82. Arteta will be pleased that he has been able to do without some key players today but still get the job done.
      David Raya has had one the quietest games of his Arsenal career.
      Sheff Utd have barely laid a glove on their opponents.
      Credit: AFP
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      80. Nketiah makes a run into the box and is found by Trossard.
      He takes one touch and is bundled to the floor.
      The referee is not interested and awards a goal kick.
      VAR checks it and agrees with the onfield decision.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      78. The Blades are passing the ball around trying to prevent any further goals.
      Rice wins it back and strides towards the box but is dispossessed.
      Sheff Utd cannot hold onto the ball and The Gunners win it back.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      76. Trossard does brilliantly down the left wing.
      Turning Osborne one way and then the other before crossing into the box.
      Havertz cannot win the header but the ball drops to Tomiyasu on the volley but his effort goes wide of the post.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      74. Sheff Utd would take the final whistle right now.
      Arsenal are coming forward in wave after wave of attack.
      Heckingbottom must be worried about his position right now.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      72. Arteta will look to rotate his squad now and rest others.
      No need to risk the likes of Odegaard with this game won.
      Nelson comes on for Saka.
      Credit: PA
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      70. Foderingham manages to palm another corner clear.
      Arsenal are getting a lot of bodies on the line, making it difficult for him to get anywhere near the ball.
      Bogle is replaced by Fleck for the visitors.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      68. Sheff Utd have now conceded 27 goals this season.
      Their chances of staying in the Premier League look grim based on those stats.
      No team can ship that many goals and expect to win games.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      66. Tomiyasu is on for Arsenal.
      He had a good game against Sevilla in midweek.
      Arsenal come forward once again with Saka who finds the other substitute Trossard but Sheff Utd scramble clear. More

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      Wolves vs Newcastle LIVE SCORE: Latest updates as in-form Magpies travel to Molineux for Premier League clash

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      NEWCASTLE will travel to Molineux to take on Wolves in Saturday’s evening kick off.The Toon have been in fine form in the Premier League as of late and are unbeaten since September 2.
      Wolves have been enjoying life under new boss Gary O’Neil and sit 12th in the table after their 2-1 away win at Bournemouth last weekend.

      Kick off time: 5.30pm
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event
      Live stream: NOW

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      Arsenal 5-0 Sheffield United LIVE SCORE: Eddie Nketiah hits stunning hat-trick as Gunners thrash Blades

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      EDDIE NKETIAH has hit a sensational hat-trick with Arsenal battering Sheffield United in their Premier League clash.In their last Premier League outing, Mikel Arteta’s side snatched a 2-2 draw at London rivals Chelsea from 2-0 down.
      Meanwhile, Sheffield United have had a torrid return to the top-flight of English football.

      Kick-off time: 3pm BST
      Live stream/TV: Not televised in the UK due to the blackout
      Arsenal XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Kiwior, Zinchenko; Smith Rowe, Rice, Havertz; Saka, Nketiah, Martinelli
      Sheffield Utd: Foderingham Bogle, Trusty, Robinson, Thomas; Norwood, Slimane, Souza; McAfee, Hamer; Brewster

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      FT: Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      It is a dominant win from The Gunners, nothing more than they deserved.
      While it took some time to break down the visitors, their second half performance was a joy to behold.
      Mikel Arteta looks a very pleased man on that touchline now.

      FT: Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      It is a massive win for The Gunners.
      Sheff Utd will want to forget this one as they suffer another heavy defeat.
      Meanwhile, Arsenal cut the gap to neighbours Tottenham to just two points.
      Arsenal 5-0 Sheff Utd
      90+8. Huge cheers from the home fans as Tomiyasu gets his first Arsenal goal on his fiftieth appearance.
      VAR is having a look at this one.
      Check complete, the goal will stand.
      Tomiyasu poked home as the corner was not cleared.
      Goal – Takehiro Tomiyasu (Arsenal)
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90+6. Havertz wins the ball and pokes it through to Nketiah.
      As he looks to get a shot off in the box it is blocked by the Sheff Utd defender.
      Corner to Arsenal, chance to apply more pressure.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90+4. It will be important for the manager that they keep a clean sheet now.
      With the game already won, there is no need to let their guard down.
      Elneny is on for Arsenal and looking to get involved straight away.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90+2. Baldock comes forward for Sheff Utd and is blocked off by Zinchenko.
      Chance for the visitors to make Raya do some work in the Arsenal goal.
      It is whipped into the back post but no one can get a telling touch.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      90. We are going to have ten additional minutes.
      That must feel like salt in the wound for the visitors.
      The Blades come forward, trying to find some consolation.
      Arsenal 4-0 Sheff Utd
      88. Nketiah opts to not take the spot kick.
      Viera, the man who won it, steps up and calmly slots home.
      He sent the keeper the wrong way with ease.
      Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Goal – Fabio Viera (Arsenal)
      Penalty to Arsenal
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      86. The referee has been told to go to the monitor.
      This can usually mean only one thing.
      Arsenal’s fans wait in anticipation.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      84. Viera is down in the box rolling around.
      The referee did not feel it was enough contact for a penalty.
      VAR is checking this one.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      82. Arteta will be pleased that he has been able to do without some key players today but still get the job done.
      David Raya has had one the quietest games of his Arsenal career.
      Sheff Utd have barely laid a glove on their opponents.
      Credit: AFP
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      80. Nketiah makes a run into the box and is found by Trossard.
      He takes one touch and is bundled to the floor.
      The referee is not interested and awards a goal kick.
      VAR checks it and agrees with the onfield decision.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      78. The Blades are passing the ball around trying to prevent any further goals.
      Rice wins it back and strides towards the box but is dispossessed.
      Sheff Utd cannot hold onto the ball and The Gunners win it back.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      76. Trossard does brilliantly down the left wing.
      Turning Osborne one way and then the other before crossing into the box.
      Havertz cannot win the header but the ball drops to Tomiyasu on the volley but his effort goes wide of the post.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      74. Sheff Utd would take the final whistle right now.
      Arsenal are coming forward in wave after wave of attack.
      Heckingbottom must be worried about his position right now.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      72. Arteta will look to rotate his squad now and rest others.
      No need to risk the likes of Odegaard with this game won.
      Nelson comes on for Saka.
      Credit: PA
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      70. Foderingham manages to palm another corner clear.
      Arsenal are getting a lot of bodies on the line, making it difficult for him to get anywhere near the ball.
      Bogle is replaced by Fleck for the visitors.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      68. Sheff Utd have now conceded 27 goals this season.
      Their chances of staying in the Premier League look grim based on those stats.
      No team can ship that many goals and expect to win games.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      66. Tomiyasu is on for Arsenal.
      He had a good game against Sevilla in midweek.
      Arsenal come forward once again with Saka who finds the other substitute Trossard but Sheff Utd scramble clear.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      64. The visitors try to put Arsenal under some pressure defensively.
      It is all too easily cleared by Arteta’s men.
      Nketiah is looking hungry for more goals.
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      62. That is Nketiah’s first senior hat-trick for Arsenal.
      He has answered his critics today who said The Gunners would miss Gabriel Jesus.
      Mikel Arteta is readying some changes.
      Credit: Getty
      Arsenal 3-0 Sheff Utd
      60. Nketiah secures himself the match ball.
      It is a fantastic strike by the English striker.
      Game, set and match in this one. More

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      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid LIVE: Jude Bellingham EQUALISES for Real in first El Clasico after Gundogan goal

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      REAL MADRID are facing Barcelona RIGHT NOW in a massive El Clasico clash in La Liga – and Jude Bellingham has levelled it up!The game marks Bellingham’s first in the colours of Madrid and he’ll be keen to continue his incredible form.
      But three points for Xavi’s men would see them climb above their bitter rivals into second spot.

      Kick-off time: 3:15pm BST
      Live stream/TV: Not televised in the UK due to the blackout
      Barcelona XI: Ter Stegen; Cancelo, Christensen, Araujo, Balde; Lopez, Martinez, Gundogan; Felix, Torres, Gavi
      Real Madrid XI: Arrizabalaga; Carvajal, Alaba, Rudiger, Mendy; Valverde, Tchouameni, Kroos; Bellingham, Rodrygo, Vinicus Jr

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      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      90. Four minutes added.
      It remains end-to end. Will any team risk it?
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      89. Christensen with an outstanding tackle and he is now down injured.
      A sloppy pass back from Romeu sees the defender and Vinicius Jr in a chase.
      And the Dane slides in to stop the attack and beat the Real man to the ball with him through on goal had he got there.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      85. Head in hands for Joselu.
      Gavi tracking down Vinicius Jr slips over and the Brazil winger’s cross is stood up but to the head of Martinez rather than him.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      84. Gundogan with dazzling run into the box but there’s no way beyond Alaba and Tchouameni coming back to crowd him out.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      82. Lovely incisive football from Barcelona.
      Gavi tries to bend it into the top corner and it goes too high.
      Ancelotti breathes a sigh of relief.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      80. Penalty shout for Real.
      Camavinga kicks it beyond Araujo and both fall to the ground.
      It is waved away by the referee.
      Lewandowski then tries to do a Bellingham at the other end, but his long shot goes wide.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      78. Araujo has done well against Vinicius Jr today and the defender again muscles him to one side.
      Bellingham and Modric are now pulling the strings while Joselu waits dangerously.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      76. Valverde’s free-kick effort is disappointing and it goes into the wall.
      Subs for Barca as Cancelo and Felix go off for Raphinha and Yamal.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      74. Real Madrid are enjoying a great spell and believe they can win this now.
      Barca can’t keep the ball and Xavi paces up and down the touchline.
      Modric swings in a great cross and Martinez heads clear well.
      And they fly forward again with Valverde before Cancelo trips Camavinga on the edge of the box with a clumsy tackle – a free-kick in a great position.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      72. Romeu comes on and Lopez goes off.
      Meanwhile, Joselu’s presence in the box is giving the Barca defence added concern.
      Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      71. Bellingham has not had it easy against Gavi but now he is driving beyond him and winning fouls.
      It’s a wonderful goal – maybe his best yet for Real Madrid on the biggest occasion.
      GOAL: Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
      69. Jude Bellingham take a bow. What a goal.
      The midfielder picks the ball up on the edge of the box – around 25-30 yards out.
      He has no other thought in his mind other than shooting and he powers it into the top corner.
      An exceptional goal – it’s a screamer. Welcome to El Clasico.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      68. Great save by Ter Stegen.
      Tchouameni tries to catch him out with a powerful long shot but Ter Steen is equal to it.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      66. Bellingham does his defensive work as he out muscles Lewandowski, who can’t get beyond him and he ends up running it out of play for a Real Madrid goal kick.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      65. Rudiger trips Lewandowski as he holds the ball up well in his first touch back.
      Real Madrid are pressing high and risking it now.
      Cancelo is causing Camavinga a defensive nightmare – he skips beyond him again and his shot deflects inches wide.

      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid

      63. More changes and it’s Modric and Joselu on for Real with Kroos and Rodrygo departing.
      Credit: AFP
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      61. Lewandowski has 30 mins is his legs – his first appearance following an ankle injury.
      He replaces Torres up front.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      61. Carvajal is booked.
      He swings Felix round after he skips away from his tackle – a cynical foul.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      60. More danger coming from the Barca right as Camavinga pushes high-up.
      Cancelo swings in an early ball to the run of Torres – it is intercepted by a diving Kepa.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      59. So close!
      Lopez slides in Cancelo and he cuts in and unleashes a shot that goes over.
      On the replay, he may have been offside but the through ball to him is something his manager Xavi would’ve done in his prime.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      56. Real Madrid continue to keep the ball but are finding it tough to find a way through Barca when they are in their shape.
      In the end, Kroos has a go from distance and Ter Stegen saves.
      Barca will be content is their rivals are restricted to shots from distance.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      54. A great run into the box by Bellingham.
      He dribbles at goal and is about to shoot 1 vs 1 with the keeper – but he can’t shake off Gavi.
      The energetic midfielder slides in fantastically and wins the ball.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      52. Ancelotti has seen enough.
      Mendy is subbed off and Camavinga comes on.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      51. Unbelievable – it is somehow not 2-0.
      Martinez’s header bounces off the post from a corner.
      And Araujo’s follow-up shot is saved by Kepa from close range.
      Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
      49. Real Madrid are moving the ball quicker after the break.
      But they have to be wary of Barca’s threat on the break and they remain dangerous as they win a corner via Cancelo. More