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      Brentford 0 Arsenal 1 LIVE: Nelson’s first-half strike sends Gunners into Carabao Cup fourth round – latest

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      ARSENAL have progressed into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup after beating Brentford in west London.Mikel Arteta opted to go with a heavily rotated side from the eleven who drew with bitter rivals Tottenham at the weekend.
      And Reiss Nelson became man of the moment as his first-half strike sealed the deal for the Gunners.

      RESULT: Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Live stream/TV: Not televised in the UK
      Brentford XI: Flekken, Roerslev, Collins, Zanka, Pinnock, Hickey, Norgaard, Janelt, Onyeka, Mbuemo, Wissa
      Arsenal XI: Ramsdale, Tomiyasu, White, Gabriel, Kiwior, Jorginho, Havertz, Smith-Rowe, Nelson, Sagoe Jr, Nketiah

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      Gunners need to compete for trophies
      Having invested heavily in the squad, it is important that Arsenal challenge for every trophy they play in this season.
      While the Carabao Cup is often seen as the lesser trophy, it is all about having silverware in that trophy cabinet at the end of the season.
      Mikel Arteta will always be judged on his trophy haul and not points tallies or league positions.
      If you’re not first, you’re nowhere.
      Ready Eddie wins the plaudits
      Eddie Nketiah put in a man of the match performance despite not getting on the scoresheet himself.
      His hold up play brought others into the game and he unselfishly squared the ball to Nelson for the winning goal.
      Nketiah covered a lot of ground and gave the Brentford defenders a torrid evening.

      Calm finish proves the difference
      When the ball came to Reiss Nelson with only the keeper to beat, he struck his shot first time into the bottom corner.
      For a player who does not see as much game time as he would like, it was an assured finish from Nelson.
      Enjoyed getting on the scoresheet, even more so when it proved to be the winner.
      Credit: Alamy
      FT: Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Arsenal will be pleased to bounce back with a win after drawing the North London derby on the weekend.
      Mikel Arteta needs to win a trophy to show progress for all the money spent in the summer.
      The most important thing is that they are in the draw for the next round later this evening.
      FT: Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Reiss Nelson has a habit of when he scores for Arsenal, they tend to be winning goals.
      Arteta was able to shuffle his pack tonight and still come away with the victory.
      Would have liked to see his side threaten more in the final third but it was the result that was the most important thing in this cup tie.
      FT: Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Over the course of the 90 minutes it was quite an even game.
      Brentford proved too wasteful when they created chances.
      It was a mistake that led to an Arsenal goal and proved costly.

      FT: Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      Mikel Arteta’s side hold on for the victory.
      Brentford tries to throw the kitchen sink at them towards the end but Arsenal dug deep.
      Reiss Nelson’s goal is the difference between the two sides this evening.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      90+4. Brentford are looking to knock the ball route one now.
      Tomiyasu is covering but the ball is put out for a corner.
      Flekken comes up for the corner but as the cross finds the head of Wissa, his looping header is an easy catch for Ramsdale.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      90+2. Arsenal hit Brentford on the counter attack.
      The ball is worked out wide to Havertz.
      As they manage to find Odegaard he tries a shot from some twenty-five yards out but it deflects wide for a corner.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      90. Brentford play the ball up to Wissa, as he takes the ball on the chest, it is well won by Tomiyasu.
      Arsenal have been solid for most of the game in defence but then The Bees have not been very productive in the final third.
      It is all about game management now for The Gunners.
      There is going to be five additional minutes added.
      Credit: Getty
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      88. Nketiah comes of for Soares as The Gunners look to see this one out.
      He has been Arsenal’s best player tonight with his hold up play and bringing other players into the game.
      A mature performance by the young striker.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      86. Arsenal are playing some good football in the final third but much like their opponents, cannot find that killer pass.
      As a result they pass it all the way back to their centre backs.
      It works well being one-nil up but in another game, this would be an issue.
      Elneny tries a shot from distance but it was never troubling the goal.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      84. If Arsenal do concede in these closing stages of the game, the finger will be pointed once again at their inability to kill games off.
      The ball comes to Lewis-Potter at the back post and a goal seems certain.
      As he shoots, with the ball past Ramsdale, somehow Kiwior gets his body in the way to block the effort.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      82. Elneny and Odegaard come on for Arsenal.
      Arteta seems to think if they can retain possession now they will see this game out.
      Odegaard whips a free kick into the box but Flekken collects with ease.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      80. Brentford are just lacking that final pass.
      They are doing well to get near the Arsenal penalty area but then seem to be short of ideas.
      The Gunners are holding a good line and keeping them at bay, Ramsdale has still had so little to do in this game.
      Credit: Reuters
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      78. If they can pile the pressure on Arsenal for the final fifteen minutes they can put the visitors under some pressure.
      The ball drops to Mbuemo in the box and he fires high and wide.
      Sums up how things have been going since he hit this dry patch.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      76. Thomas Frank makes two more changes, looking to change the game.
      Time is starting to run out for his side now.
      They have the ball in the back of the net but the assistant referee has his flag up for offside.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      74. Arsenal are trying to suck the life out of Brentford by retaining possession.
      Happy to pass the ball around and make Thomas Frank’s team chase shadows.
      Nketiah makes a run into the box and gets a shot away but Flekken makes a good block.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      72. Brentford are caught dwelling on the ball in defence but Jesus cannot make them pay.
      He tried to muscle his way into the box but it was hacked clear.
      Brentford are getting more desperate at the game goes on, they need to commit more players up field now.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      70. This is still a tight game, as long as only one goal is the difference between the two sides, anything is possible.
      Havertz attacks down the left and plays a pass to Nelson on the edge of the box.
      He tries a left-footed shot that narrowly misses the near post.
      Credit: Alamy
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      68. Jensen is booked for a challenge on Gabriel.
      Brentford are spending a lot more time in the Arsenal half now.
      As a result, Arteta brings Zinchenko and Jesus on.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      66. The ball breaks to the Brentford attack, he cuts inside onto his right foot and gets a shot away.
      Ramsdale seems to get a slight touch on it and it ricochets off the post.
      That is the closest Brentford have come to scoring this evening.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      64. It could be a long run to January for the Brentford fans.
      The lack of firepower they have at their disposal is worrying.
      Wissa just does not look potent in the box at all.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      62. Hickey finds himself in space down the left and he heads towards goal and tries to bend one into the far corner.
      White does well to stand his ground and block the shot.
      Ghoddos and Jensen have come on for The Bees.
      Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
      60. This has been all too easy for Arsenal this evening.
      Ramsdale has had very little to do with Brentford still yet to register their first shot on target.
      The Bees are struggling to keep the ball when they have it in the final third.
      Credit: Reuters
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      Athletic Bilbao vs Getafe LIVE: Latest updates as Mason Greenwood STARTS first La Liga game – stream, TV

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      MASON GREENWOOD is back in action tonight as his Getafe side take on Athletic Bilbao in La Liga – and he’s starting!Getafe lost to Real Sociedad at the weekend but Greenwood and Co will be hoping for a better outcome tonight against their Basque opponents.

      Kick-off time: 6pm BST
      Stream/TV: Viaplay TV
      Getafe XI: To follow

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      Getafe formation

      Athletic Bilbao formation

      Athletic Bilbao subs
      13 Agirrezabala, 5 Yeray, 10 Muniain, 14 D. Garcia, 15 Lekue, 19 Imanol, 20 Villalibre, 22 R. Garcia, 24 Prados, 29 Ares, 20 Unai.
      Getafe subs
      Fuzato, Benito, Djene, Mata, Oscar, Latasa, Alderete, Lozano, Carmona, Mitrovic, Damian, Patrick.
      Athletic Bilbao XI
      1 Simon; 18 De Marcos, 3 Vivian, 4 Paredes, 17 Yuri; 21 Herrera, 6 Vesga; 9 Williams, 8 Sancet, 7 Berenguer; Guruzeta.

      Getafe XI
      Mason Greenwood makes his first start for Getafe.
      13 Soria, 3 Angileri, 4 Gaston, 6 Domingos, 8 Arambarri, 11 Alena, 12 Greenwood, 16 Rico, 19 Borja, 20 Maksimovic, 21 Iglesias.

      The team sheets are in!!!
      Mason Greenwood loan
      Manchester United loaned Mason Greenwood to Getafe during the summer transfer window.
      That was after a six-month internal investigation over charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The charges against Greenwood were dropped but United opted against having him in Erik ten Hag’s squad this season.
      The striker hasn’t managed to impress so far at the Alfonso Perez.
      Credit: Rex
      Head-to-head
      Athletic Bilbao and Getafe’s first ever encounter took place back in 2004 when the latter won 3-1 at home.
      Since then, the two sides have faced off 36 times with Valverde’s side winning a small majority of 11 times across all competitions.
      Bordalas’ team have picked up nine victories along the way.
      Their last four meetings finished in a draw after Bilbao’s 5-1 victory at San Mames in 2021.
      Getafe haven’t won since 2020 when they prevailed with a score of 2-0 away.
      Credit: Getty
      Team news
      Athletic Bilbao manager Ernesto Valverde will be without Nico Williams.
      Williams is set to miss a third consecutive game due to a muscle injury he sustained while on international duty with Spain.
      Peru Nolaskoain is also sidelined with a knee problem, while Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta is dealing with a calf injury.
      Getafe boss Jose Bordalas, on the other hand, has no fresh injury concerns.
      However, Bordalas will still be without Luis Milla and forward Enes Unal who are out with a muscle and knee injury respectively.
      But the Spanish tactician could welcome Real Madrid loanee Juanmi Latasa back to the starting line-up after he came off to score against Real Sociedad last time out.
      It is currently unknown whether Mason Greenwood will start for the visitors tonight at San Mames.
      Credit: Getty
      Shirts at the ready
      This is the scene inside the dressing room at the San Mames…

      Greenwood to start?
      Mason Greenwood will be desperate to start tonight after making a handful of substitute appearances for Getafe so far.
      He’ll also be pining to get his first goal for his new club.
      Credit: AP
      Welcome to Athletic vs Getafe
      Getafe are back in action tonight as they take on Athletic Bilbao in La Liga.
      Mason Greenwood has yet to start for his new side but that full debut could come tonight.
      Greenwood and Co lost 4-3 in thrilling fashion to Real Sociedad at the weekend.
      But they’ll be out to turn their fortunes around tonight against a Bilbao side who are bang in form.
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      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace LIVE RESULT: Erik ten Hag’s side comfortably through to Carabao Cup fourth round – reaction

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      CARABAO CUP holders Manchester United have begun their title defence with a comfortable 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.Alejandro Garnacho gave the Red Devils the lead inside 21 minutes after finishing off a superb move before Casemiro headed in to make it 2-0 minutes later.
      Anthony Martial scored Man United’s third early on in the second half as the Red Devils cruised into the hat for the fourth round.

      Match result: Manchester United 3-0 Crystal Palace
      Man United team: Onana, Amrabat, Maguire, Varane, Dalot, Casemiro, Hannibal, Mount, Pellistri, Garnacho, Martial.
      Crystal Palace team: Henderson, Clyne, Holding, Richards, Mitchell, Doucoure, Riedewald, Schlupp, Rak-Sakyi, Ayew, Mateta

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      New partnership could be key to success
      While it was an easy night for Man Utd against Crystal Palace, one thing we can take from this game is the potential of their new midfield duo.
      Casemiro and Amrabat could really be a force to be reckoned with.
      They will give them more protection defensively and the ability to break up the opponent’s attacks, something they have been missing so far this season.
      Both players have a range of passing that can be key in the transition from defence to attack.
      Credit: Getty
      Goals flowing again in Manchester
      You cannot win games unless you are turning pressure into goals.
      This has been a struggle for Man Utd this season but certainly not against Crystal Palace tonight.
      Erik ten Hag’s side can take confidence from this and look to take it into their forthcoming games.
      ten Hag pleased with side’s dominance
      After getting an important win at Burnley on the weekend, Erik ten Hag would not have wanted to lose momentum with anything but a win this evening.
      It is important that United get back into the habit of winning games and they backed up their manager’s thoughts this evening.
      Crystal Palace made it easy for them but you can only beat what is put in front of you.
      Brazilian masterclass from Red Devils
      Casemiro controlled the game in the centre of the park.
      His range of passing, always directly to feet, was sublime.
      He topped off his performance by getting a goal also.

      FT: Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      It was a very one-sided affair this evening.
      Crystal Palace need to give a far better showing than this when they return to Old Trafford on the weekend.
      Man Utd progress to the fourth round of the EFL Cup.

      FT: Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      The referee brings the game to an end, putting the visiting fans out of their misery.
      I would say all of the fans but the Man Utd fans are probably halfway home by now.
      Solid win for Erik ten Hag’s side but they will have far more challenging games than what Crystal Palace have offered in terms of resistance this evening.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      90+2. Casemiro deservedly wins the man of the match award.
      The Brazilian has been the stand-out player on the pitch tonight.
      Even the Man Utd fans have had enough of this now as all you can see is empty seats in the home end.
      Credit: AP
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      90. They should make the Crystal Palace players travel back on the coaches with the fans to London.
      Try and give their travelling support something out of this wasted evening in Manchester.
      We are going to have three minutes added on.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      88. Credit to Man Utd they are still coming forward looking for another goal.
      Palace are just about keeping them at bay, this time at the expense of a corner.
      As the corner is punched away, it comes to Lindelof on the edge of the box who hits it first time and forces another save out of the Crystal Palace keeper.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      86. Pellistri cuts inside and feeds it to Hojlund in the box.
      He cannot keep the ball and is tackled.
      Palace struggle to retain possession and United just forward once again.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      84. Van de Beek is penalised for a foul on Eze.
      Roy Hodgson looks bemused on the touchline.
      Mateta gets a shot away which draws a save from Onana, the rebound is dragged well wide of the United goal.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      82. Let’s hope there is not much time added on this one.
      It has become a bit of a non-entity of a game now.
      Like watching two drunks fight outside a pub without a single punch landing.
      Credit: Reuters
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      80. Man Utd seem content just passing the ball around now.
      They will want to ensure that they keep a clean sheet to make a good night at the office.
      Although there is not much danger with the attacking intent we have seen from Roy Hodgson’s side tonight.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      78. It would be nice for Man Utd to employ some sort of ‘chant co-ordinator’.
      They have been singing the same song for the last 57 minutes.
      If the Crystal Palace fans had not slipped into a coma watching their team it would be time for a rendition of ‘is that the only song you know?’
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      76. Hojlund will be hoping to get on the scoresheet this evening.
      He has one goal to his name since his arrival, although you could argue that was an own goal with the deflection it took.
      Plenty of time for him to change those stats still this evening.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      74. Hojlund is ready to come on for Man Utd.
      Meanwhile Ayew tries to get into the box but goes down all too easily.
      Martial makes way for the Danish striker.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      72. Evans looks to spread the ball out wide but Clyne gets a head to it, at the cost of a throw in.
      Crystal Palace seem resigned to defeat now in their approach.
      That said, they have looked like that since the first goal went in.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      70. ten Hag finally makes the substitution of Hannibal.
      He is replaced by Donny Van de Beek.
      Dalot swings in a corner and Evans wins the header and Johnstone makes a good save to deny him.
      Credit: AP
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      68. Stop the press! Palace have their first shot on target.
      Onana saves it with an outstretched leg.
      It has taken 68 minutes for Hodgson’s side to register their first shot on target in this game, shocking.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      66. Crystal Palace looked like they could play for 180 minutes and not score a goal against Fulham on the weekend.
      It is nice to see that they have brought that league form into this game.
      One way traffic at Old Trafford still.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      64. Eze looks to switch the ball from right to left.
      There was such pace on the ball, Nathaniel Clyne would have needed to a time machine to go back to when he was ten years younger to catch up with that one.
      Palace look devoid of ideas in the final third still.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      62. Gore bursts through the centre of the midfield.
      He tries to thread it through to Martial but it is cut out.
      United win back possession and look to come forward once again.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      60. Casemiro plays another sublime long pass to Garnacho, who does well to control it.
      He drops his shoulder and beats Richards but then weirdly turns back to try and take him on again and is tackled.
      Gore and Evans come on for Amrabat and Varane.
      Strange that ten Hag has left Hannibal on the pitch, he is a red card waiting to happen.
      Credit: Getty
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      58. Hodgson looks set to bring Hughes and Eze on.
      It is all too little too late now.
      He could bring on Zidane and Ronaldo and it is unlikely they would be able to turn this one around for the Londoners.
      Man Utd 3-0 Crystal Palace
      56. The visitors are getting what they deserve here tonight.
      Their defending has been very poor and they are getting caught out ball watching all too often.
      Casemiro plays a ball into the back post and Clyne does not react to the run of Martial who strokes it home.
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      Netherlands 2-1 England LIVE RESULT – Women’s Nations League: Dutch super-sub Jansen wins it late on against Lionesses

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      NETHERLANDS scored late on against England to hand the Dutch all three points in Group A1.The Lionesses fell behind in the first half after Lieke Martens’ stunning curler beat Mary Earps to make it 1-0.
      Alessia Russo equalised in the 64th minute after slotting the ball into the top-right corner to draw England back level.
      But Renate Jansen’s late winner gave Sarina Wiegman’s former side the spoils on the night.

      Match result: Netherlands 2-1 England
      Netherlands team: Van Domselaar, Dijkstra, Roord, Beerensteyn, Spitse, Van de Donk, Martens, Groenen, Pelova, Janssen, Brugts
      England team: Earps, Bronze, Carter, Zelem, Greenwood, Bright, Daly, Stanway, Russo, Toone, Hemp

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      That’s all from Stadion Galgenwaard
      The Lionesses suffered their third defeat under Sarina Wiegman at the hands of her former team, Netherlands.
      However, there is still a long way to go in the Nations League, with four group fixtures still remaining.
      England are back in action next month when they face Belgium twice.
      But before then, players return to league action to kick off the 2022-23 season.
      Thank you for reading, and goodnight!
      ‘It was offside’
      When they scored their first goal, we didn’t do well, we didn’t play well, but it was so obviously offside.
      I never say anything about this, but this was so obvious and it needs to be seen.
      The standards of the game are getting higher and higher so (VAR) will absolutely help.”Sarina Wiegmanspeaking to ITV Sport
      Elsewhere in the Nations League

      Italy 0-1 Sweden
      Germany 4-0 Iceland
      Austria 0-1 France
      Portugal 3-2 Norway
      Wales 1-5 Denmark
      Scotland 1-1 Belgium
      Spain 5-0 Switzerland

      ‘You want to see new players’
      England legend Ian Wright believes Sarina Wiegman should give other players a chance in the upcoming Nations League games.
      Speaking on ITV4, he said: “Yes it is a scenario where England are trying to qualify Team GB for the Olympics, but these are the situations you want to see new players be given their chance.
      “The likes of Esme Morgan at centre half, Maya le Tissier, or perhaps Jess Park. Even Ebony Salmon, can some of these players come on and give the side something else?
      “You want players to be able to come into the squad and experience situations like the first half, where it wasn’t going so well, to see if they have it in them to also work out how to solve issues.”
      Group A1
      As things stand, England have slipped to third in Group A1.
      A disappointing night for the Lionesses.

      Millie Bright reacts
      Speaking to ITV4, the England defender said: “It’s hard because there were some really good parts of the game where we really dominated. I thought they were ruthless when they had their opportunities and to be honest we gifted them two goals.
      “When you concede in that manner, that’s the most disappointing thing especially when games like this really matter.
      “There is still a lot to play for. We have to rest, recover, go again and reflect because the games get harder and harder. We have to get better as a team, evolve and develop.
      “Second-half we came out as a different team and put the passes together better. There were really good parts.
      “But as I said, if you give away two goals like that, it makes it really hard. They had less chances but were really, really clinical. We were not ruthless enough in that area.”
      Credit: Getty
      Full Time – Netherlands 2-1 England
      Another uninspiring performance from the Lionesses.
      Sarina Wiegman’s side stepped up in the second half following a formation change, but two defensive mistakes ultimately cost them.
      It could be put down to injuries, absences or even fatigue with the World Cup final just one month ago, but Wiegman will be hoping for an improved display when England return to action next month.
      Full Time – Netherlands 2-1 England
      It’s all over.
      Sarina Wiegman suffers defeat at the hands of her former team.
      Credit: PA
      90+7. Netherlands 2-1 England
      Roord is booked for a challenge on Zelem.
      England have a late free kick as the Lionesses flood the box, but nothing comes of it.
      90+5. Netherlands 2-1 England
      We’re into the final minute of added time.
      England desperately need to create something now.
      90. GOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLL NETHERLANDS!!!!!
      Super-sub Jansen runs straight through the England defence and fires the ball past Earps!
      Terrible defending by the Lionesses…
      Credit: AP
      89. Netherlands 1-1 England
      Chance for England as the ball falls to James on the edge of the box.
      The Chelsea star takes it down before going for goal, but her shot flies over the bar.
      84. Netherlands 1-1 England
      Another double change for Netherlands.
      Groenen is replaced by Egurrola.
      Beerensteyn is replaced by Jansen.
      81. Netherlands 1-1 England
      Another change for England.
      James replaces Russo.
      Hemp moves into the middle while James takes her place on the right.
      79. Netherlands 1-1 England
      Stanway receives the ball in midfield and attempts an audacious strike from distance, but her effort is well off-target.
      77. Netherlands 1-1 England
      Jonker makes two changes for Netherlands.
      Pelova is replaced by Kaptein.
      Brugts is replaced by Wilms.
      73. Netherlands 1-1 England
      The Lionesses break forward in numbers as the ball is sent over to Toone.
      The midfielder goes to square it across the box, but the Dutch defence can clear the danger.
      65. Netherlands 1-1 England
      It’s been coming.
      England have grown into this game massively over the last 15 minutes and they have finally reaped the rewards.
      Kelly brilliantly pokes the ball through to Stanway, who goals for goal, but her shot deflects of Janssen and straight into the path of Russo.
      The striker then shoots while under pressure and slots the ball into the top-right corner!
      Credit: Getty
      64. GOOOOAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLL ENGLAND!!!!!
      Russo levels the score!
      61. Netherlands 1-0 England
      Van Domselaar AGAIN!
      Hemp makes a run into the box and crosses the ball to Russo, but the Dutch goalkeeper gets across to stop the striker from taking the shot.
      A phenomenal performance so far from Van Domselaar.
      57. Netherlands 1-0 England
      WHAT. A. SAVE!
      Kelly crosses the ball to Hemp at the back post, who goes for goal from just a few yards out, but Van Domselaar somehow gets across to make an outstanding save!
      Credit: AP
      54. Netherlands 1-0 England
      Chance for the Lionesses!
      Russo picks the ball up 25 yards out from goal and tees up a shot, but instead sets it out to Bronze.
      The right-back crosses the ball to Hemp in the box, but the winger’s shot is cleared six yards off the line.
      52. Netherlands 1-0 England
      England are still struggling to take control of this game, particularly in midfield.
      They are yet to have a shot at goal this half.
      46. Netherlands 1-0 England
      Wiegman made a change at the break.
      Kelly is on to replace Daly.
      Carter has now moved onto the left, with England switching to a back four.
      Hemp is on the left wing with Kelly on the right and Russo as a solo striker.
      Kick Off – Netherlands 1-0 England
      We’re back underway!
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      Maddy Cusack death updates — Sheffield United star dies at 27 after signing new deal as cause not yet revealed

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      SHEFFIELD United women’s star Maddy Cusack has died aged 27, the club confirmed in a heartbreaking statement Thursday afternoon.Rising Sheffield United star Cusack tragically passed away last week, with tributes pouring in from across the football world.
      Maddy had just entered her sixth season with the club after signing a new deal in July.
      Clubs across the women’s game held a minute’s silence before matches this weekend, including Sheffield’s meeting with Newcastle United.
      In a club statement, The Blades said: “Ahead of the Newcastle game, we will celebrate & honour the life of Maddy Cusack, a loved & respected figure of the Sheffield United family. There will forever be a void in the hearts of everyone connected to the club & a number of activities have been planned to remember her. We would politely ask supporters to be in their seats for 4.15pm to partake.”
      The cause of death has not yet been revealed but police have confirmed they are not treating it as suspicious.
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      Maddy Cusack was more than just a Sheffield United player
      Maddy Cusack joined Sheffield United in 2019, taking on not only the role of one of the most prominent midfielders in the women’s squad, but also acting as a marketing executive for the club.
      Last season, she made her 100th appearance for the team, becoming the first player to do so.
      She was also a “valued colleague” at the offices in Bramall Lane.
      Maddy started off by working with the Sheffield United Community Foundation before moving to the Club in 2021 to help in marketing operations for the Blades.
      Credit: Getty
      Lionesses pay respects to Maddy Cusack
      A number of England’s Lionesses have taken to social media to pay their respects to Maddy following her tragic death.
      England and Aston Villa midfielder Jordan Nobbs wrote: “Sending all our love to Maddy’s family and friends.”
      Tottenham and England forward Beth England posted: “This is devastating news.
      “My thoughts and love go out to her family, friends and everyone at Sheffield United. Rest in peace, Maddy.”
      Manchester City and Lioness Lauren Hemp, who plays as a forward, said: “Awful awful news, my love and thoughts are with her family, friends and everyone at Sheffield.”
      Well-wishers take to social media to praise Sheffield United tributes
      Following the moving tributes paid by players and fans as Sheffield United faced Newcastle at Bramall Lane this afternoon, people have taken to X — formerly Twitter — to react.
      One wrote: “This is terribly sad a young bright star, too soon… Rest in peace, Maddy C. I do hope that stadium and or Sheffield will find ways to forever Maddy’s memory be kept alive.”
      Another penned: “A beautiful tribute. Rest in peace Maddy”
      While a third said: “U should rest that Number 8 in her Honour”
      School honours ‘inspirational’ Maddy Cusack
      In a heartbreaking tribute to the late Maddy Cusack, a primary school she visited has described the inspirational impact she had on its children.
      Ecclesall Primary School shared a photo of Cusack and said: “We are really saddened to hear that footballer Maddy Cusack died earlier this week aged just 27. 
      “Maddy was one of 3 players from Sheffield United who came to inspire girls to play football at a joint event with Sheffield Girls’ in March 2023 (in the falling snow)! Our thoughts are with her family, friends and the wider Sheffield United, Sheffield United Women community. A really inspirational woman!”
      What clubs did Maddy Cusack play for?
      Maddy Cusack ability allowed her to play for a number of teams in the country.
      The midfielder represented Birmingham and Aston Villa before signing a contract with Sheffield United in 2019.

      Who was Maddy Cusack?
      Cusack was a talented midfielder who hit the 100-appearance milestone for Sheffield United.
      And not only was she good on the pitch, Cusack also worked as a marketing executive for the football club.
      The Blades’ chief executive officer mentioned that the midfielder was very popular and that she will be “sadly missed.”
      In pictures: Maddy’s family pay tribute ahead of Sunday’s game
      Tony Currie, Sheffield United Women player Sophie Barker and Maddy Cusack‘s mum and sister took to the field to lay a wreath before the 4:30pm kick-off between The Blades and Newcastle on Sunday.
      The stadium honoured Maddy with a minute’s silence after the United star died aged 27.
      Credit: PA
      Real Madrid pays tribute
      Global football giants Real Madrid have paid tribute to Maddy Cusack following her tragic death at just 27.
      Taking to X, the Spanish side said: “Real Madrid, its president and its Board of Directors deeply regret the death of Maddy Cusack, a Sheffield United player, and would like to express their condolences and love to her family, her teammates, her club and her loved ones.
      “Rest in peace.”
      Maddy Cusack’s death ‘not suspicious’, say police
      Derbyshire Police have confirmed they are not treating Maddy Cusack’s death as suspicious following her passing aged 27.
      A statement read: “We were called to a property in Lady Lea Road, Horsley, just after 6.35pm on Wednesday 20 September.
      “A woman, in her 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.”

      Leah Williamson honours Maddy
      Arsenal and England legend Leah Williamson has paid tribute to Maddy Cusack following her tragic death.
      She wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: “Sending all my love and condolences to Maddy’s family at this awful time!”
      Maddy made her Sheffield United debut in 2019 and went on to become the first-ever player to earn 100 caps for the club’s women’s team.
      Blades fans hail Newcastle supporters following heartfelt tribute
      Sheffield United fans have hailed Newcastle supporters after away attendees paid tribute to Maddy Cusack at yesterday’s match.
      One Blades fan took to X and said: “Must say I found it quite emotional that Newcastle United fans, without prompting, started off the prolonged applause for Maddy Cusack at the end of #SUFC’s eulogy to her. That was such a fantastic & appreciated gesture.”
      While another added: “It was outstanding and made it even more emotional! An honour to be there for the tribute to a truly wonderful person.”
      What was Maddy Cusack’s cause of death?
      No cause of death has been given for Maddy Cusack’s passing, aged just 27.
      Following her death, Stephen Bettis, Chief executive officer for United, said: “This is heartbreaking news for everyone at Bramall Lane.
      “Maddy had a unique position of being part of a number of teams at Sheffield United and was popular with everyone that she came into contact with.
      “Her personality and professionalism made her a credit to her family — she will be sadly missed.
      “Whilst taking in the news and moving forward, the club will offer as much support as possible to Maddy’s family, friends and colleagues.”
      Maddy’s teammates speak of ‘heartbreak’ following stars death
      Maddy Cusack‘s Sheffield United Women teammates have taken to social media to pay touching tributes.
      Defender Molly Graham posted: “Absolutely devastating news.
      “Such a great person and team-mate.
      “You will be missed hugely! Rest in peace Mads.”
      Fellow defender Charlotte Newsham also wrote: ‘Beyond broken and shocked to have lost a team-mate and good friend.
      “We will miss you so much Mads.’ 
      Sheffield United’s prime
      United’s heyday was undoubtedly the 30-year era from 1895 to 1925, when they were English champions in 1897-98, runners-up in 1896-97 and 1899-1900, and FA Cup winners in 1899, 1902, 1915, and 1925.
      United have not won a trophy since 1925, with the exception of those related to promotion from lower levels, with their greatest cup achievements being multiple semi-final appearances in the FA Cup and League Cup.
      School honours ‘inspirational’ Maddy Cusack
      In a heartbreaking tribute to the late Maddy Cusack, a primary school she visited has described the inspirational impact she had on its children.
      Ecclesall Primary School shared a photo of Cusack and said: “We are really saddened to hear that footballer Maddy Cusack died earlier this week aged just 27. 
      “Maddy was one of 3 players from Sheffield United who came to inspire girls to play football at a joint event with Sheffield Girls’ in March 2023 (in the falling snow)! Our thoughts are with her family, friends and the wider Sheffield United, Sheffield United Women community. A really inspirational woman!”
      Fans slam ‘disappointing’ Sky Sports
      Some football fans have taken to social media to criticise Sky Sports for its coverage of yesterday’s tributes to Maddy Cusack.
      One X user said: “Disappointing that Sky Sports have given literally 10 seconds to Sheffield United’s tributes to Maddy Cusack, and given a longer package to the Solheim Cup.”
      While another added: “Don’t think I’ve ever seen anything that sums up the modern state of sports media/broadcasting more than Sky Sports going for an ad-break…during the memorial ceremony for Maddy Cusack.”
      What happened in yesterday’s Sheffield United game?
      Newcastle have been searching for their A-game so far this season — and they certainly found it yesterday, as they smashed Sheffield United 8-0.
      Paul Heckingbottom‘s job was on the line already before Sunday afternoon’s thrashing, and it now looks certain that he will be the first manager sacked this season.

      Inside Maddy’s footballing career
      Midfielder Maddy Cusack joined the Blades back in 2019 and also worked for the club as a marketing executive.
      She signed a new deal back in July after making her 100th appearance last term.
      Prior to signing for Sheffield United, Cusack also had spells with both Birmingham and Aston Villa.
      Newcastle chief honours Maddy Cusack
      Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley laid a wreath in memorial outside Bramall Lane ahead of yesterday’s game.
      This came as part of a day of tributes to the late star, including a minute’s silence held before the match.
      The Sheffield United players also wore shirts with Cusack’s name and number on the back prior to kick-off.
      Who was Maddy Cusack?
      Cusack was a talented midfielder who hit the 100-appearance milestone for Sheffield United.
      Not only was she good on the pitch, Cusack also worked as a marketing executive for the football club.
      The Blades’ chief executive officer mentioned that the midfielder was very popular and that she would be “sadly missed.”

      In Pictures: Sheffield United players wear shirts in memory of Maddy and observe minute’s silence
      Sheffield United players wore shirts in honour of Maddy Cusack ahead of yesterday’s clash vs. Newcastle.
      The two sets of players players and fans in the stadium observed a minute’s silence before the 4:30pm kick-off got underway.
      Maddy on match-day programme cover
      Maddy Cusack is on the match-day programme cover as Sheffield United took on Newcastle in the 4:30pm kick-off at Bramall Lane yesterday.
      In pictures: Mangers pay respects to Maddy Cusack
      Paul Heckingbottom and Eddie Howe observing the minute’s silence for Maddy Cusack before  Sheffield United were thrashed 8-0 by Newcastle.

      ‘Disrespectful’ Sky Sports cut to ad break during coverage of Maddy Cusack tribute
      Incensed football fans have taken to X — formerly Twitter — to bemoan Sky Sport’s coverage of the tribute to Maddy Cusack before the Sheffield United v Newcastle game this afternoon.
      One said: “So Sheff United do a tribute for Maddy Cusack, and what do sky sports do? Interrupt it with a ad break. The disrespect from the [clown emoji] is unbelievable.”
      Another wrote: “SkySports cutting the tribute to Maddy Cusack in order to put an advert in for Ladbrokes. Absolutely disgusting”
      While a third penned: “don’t think i’ve ever seen anything that sums up the modern state of sports media/broadcasting more than sky sports going for an ad-break (ladbrokes, of course) during the memorial ceremony for maddy cusack”
      Sheffield United’s statement before Maddy Cusack’s match-day tributes
      Sheffield United released a statement confirming: “Ahead of the Newcastle game, we will celebrate & honour the life of Maddy Cusack, a loved & respected figure of the Sheffield United family.
      “There will forever be a void in the hearts of everyone connected to the club & a number of activities have been planned to remember her.
      “We would politely ask supporters to be in their seats for 4.15pm to partake.”
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      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham LIVE RESULT: Declan Rice injury latest, Son secures point for Spurs with quickfire equaliser

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      TOTTENHAM battled back to secure a well deserved point at Arsenal in the North London derby.Son Heung-min scored just 98 seconds after Bukayo Saka’s penalty to seal the 2-2 draw.
      While the Gunners were hit with a back injury to Declan Rice in the second half.

      Result: Arsenal 2 Tottenham 2
      Arsenal team: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Rice, Odegaard, Vieira; Saka, Nketiah, Jesus
      Tottenham team: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Sarr, Bissouma, Maddison; Kulusevski, Johnson, Son

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      Hot Spurs show fighting spirit
      Tottenham fought back twice to earn a point at Emirates, a resilient characteristic that is becoming the norm under Ange Postecoglou.
      Spurs have now earned eight points from losing positions in the Premier League this season, the second-most of any side afrer Liverpool (9).
      The Londoners have come back from behind in their last three matches as well as on the opening weekend at Brentford.

      D2-2 v Brentford (from 2-1 down)
      W5-2 v Burnley (from 1-0 down)
      W2-1 v Sheff Utd (from 1-0 down)
      Drew 2-2 v Arsenal (from 1-0 and 2-1 down)

      Arteta issues Rice update
      Speaking to the press after this afternoon’s North London derby, Mikel Arteta has explained his reasoning for making a double change at half-time that saw Declan Rice and Fabio Vieira replaced by Jorginho and Kai Havertz.
      [Declan] Rice was substituted due to a back injury, but [Fabio] Vieira was a tactical switch. We hope that Rice’s injury is not a long-term issue. It’s strange that a player like him has to come off so we’ll see.Mikel Arteta
      More Rom Com from Cristian
      Undoubtedly a brilliant player for the most part, Cristian Romero remains prone to slapstick.
      During the frenzy of the North London derby, the Argentine became the 11th player in Premier League history to score an own goal and give away a penalty in the same game.
      Romero is the first Spurs player to hit those infamous heights, but can at least be grateful that he didn’t add a red card to the record, just his customary yellow.
      James still Madd for it
      With two assists in this North London derby, James Maddison leads the Premier League rankings with four for the season.
      The playmaker has now been directly involved in 21 goals in his last 22 away games in the Premier League, returning 10 goals and 11 assists.
      His six goal involvements on the road this season (two goals and four assists) is also the most of any player in the division.

      Match stats from the Emirates
      Arsenal and Tottenham both remain unbeaten at least six games into a top-flight campaign for only the second time in the Premier League era. The last time came in 2004-05.

      Full time – Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      A pulsating contest comes to a close.
      Arsenal twice had their noses in front in the North London derby, but Cristiano Romero’s own-goal and Bukayo Saka’s penalty were cancelled out by equalisers from Tottenham captain Son Heung-min; the second strike from the South Korean came just 98 seconds after the spotkick.

      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      90+10. As the clock strikes 100 minutes, Richarlison’s snapshot is deflected wide for a corner.
      The Emirates holds its breath.
      The set-piece is swung out from the right and met by the head of…
      …Gabriel, who powers it to safety.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      90+8. Romero bodychecks Nketiah, and Arsenal have a late free-kick midway inside the Tottenham half.
      They play it short because of course they do, and the momentum quickly evaporates.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham – Arsenal substitution
      90+6. Emile Smith Rowe is going to get a run out, on for Bukayo Saka.
      Can the young midfielder make a heroic contribution at the death?
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      90+4. Despite the game being deep into injury time, Alan Smith is using this time to bemoan Arsenal’s lack of a goalscorer.
      That should tell you all you need to know about their attacking endeavours.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      90+2. Gabriel is denied a clear header from the corner by the presence of Udogie and Bissouma.
      However, replays show that the ball brushed off the outstretched arm of the Italian defender.
      There are no appeals from the Arsenal players, but Gary Neville is bemused: “For me, that’s more of a penalty than the Romero one.”
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      90+1. A Saka shot from outside the box whistles past Vicario’s right-hand post.
      The goalkeeper, in fact, got a touch to the ball so it will be another corner to the Gunners.

      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      90. The board goes up and there will be TEN minutes of stoppage time to be played.
      It’s news that brings roars from both sets of fans. Both still believe they can win this.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      89. Udogie pulls down Saka, landing on his opponent in the process.
      Saka is moving gingerly as a result, and the Tottenham defender breathes a sigh of relief after remembering that he is already on a booking.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      87. It’s Arsenal finishing the stronger now, forcing a barrage of corners.
      The latest from the left prompts Romero in to miscuing a header backwards, but the defender is helped out by a brilliant recovery by Bissouma.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      85. Saka curls it wickedly towards the near post from where it is flicked on and races across goal.
      Begging to be converted at the far post, Nketiah doesn’t gamble on the ball dropping and misses out on an opportunity to make himself a hero.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      84. Reiss Nelson, on as a sub for Gabriel Jesus a few minutes ago, comes in from the left side and unleashes a rocket.
      It loops up off a defender and goes behind for a corner.
      Now the Arsenal fans are interested.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      82. Arsenal have just had two attempts on goal in this second half, the last of which was the penalty converted by Bukayo Saka in the 54th minute.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      80. Ten minutes to go!
      One goal will win it now, surely.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham – Tottenham double substitution
      78. It’s two changes for Spurs, and it’s the end of the road for their two main men.
      Son Heung-min and James Maddison depart with Richarlison and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg on in their place.
      The captain’s armband is handed to Cristian Romero.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      76. Now it’s Arsenal’s turn to pour forward.
      White busts a gut to overlap Saka on the right, but his energy is not matched by the delivery into a packed penalty area.
      Instead, his cross is deflected casually into the arms of Vicario.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham – Romero yellow card
      74. Who had 74 minutes in the when will Cristian Romero be booked bingo?
      The defender is carded for grappling with Gabriel Jesus before the corner can even be taken. I suppose it is Argentina versus Brazil.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      73. Tottenham look the more assured side as the game enters its final stages.
      Another crisp break from the visitors sees Kulusevski win a corner on the right.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      71. Remarkably, after receiving lengthy treatment, Maddison is going to play in.
      Hopefully, the England star is fit to continue, and it’s not a similar situation to when Arsenal continued to play Jurrien Timber against Nottingham Forest when he had injured his ACL.
      Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham
      69. This does not look good for James Maddison.
      In his attempts to wrestle away from Jorginho, the midfielder jolts his knee and goes down in considerable pain.
      Meanwhile, Spurs break away thanks to Maddison’s efforts, and almost grab the lead when Son steers into the side-netting.

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      Chelsea 0 Aston Villa 1: Pochettino’s season goes from bad to worse as ten-men Blues are downed by Ollie Watkins

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      OLLIE WATKINS piled more misery on ten-man Chelsea as Malo Gusto was controversially sent off. At least this time the Blues’ boos were aimed at referee Jarred Gillett and not their billion pound squad as home fans were left livid. 
      Ollie Watkins scored the winner for Aston VillaCredit: Rex
      Enzo Fernandez cuts a disgruntled lookCredit: Rex
      Chelsea went down to ten men on 58 minutes as Gusto had a yellow card upgraded to a red after a VAR check for a poor challenge on Lucas Digne. 
      Boss Mauricio Pochettino had appealed for patience after Chelsea fans lambasted their struggling squad in the 0-0 draw with Bournemouth last time out. 
      He blamed his 12-man injury list, and a lack of experience among his new recruits, for his side’s struggles – now he can add Gillett’s name to the list. 
      After the sending off Villa smelt blood and Watkins pounced with an ice-cool finish on 73 minutes. 
      Poch was serenaded to chants from the away end of “you’re getting sacked in the morning”. 
      Maybe the powers that be will finally realise that the ex-Tottenham boss’ rescue operation may not be able to continue without the help of a recognised goalscorer.
      All that transfer cash only to get cooked by Watkins with his first goal of the season. 
      Someone really needs to let them in on a little secret that strikers do win games as nearly every player had a go at blazing over yesterday. 
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      Chelsea have scored just seven goals in seven games in all competitions – and without one in their last three outings.
      Villa, on the other hand, have scored 22 goals in nine games in all competitions.
      £115m British record signing Moises Caicedo returned from a minor knee knock to replace Lesley Ugochukwu in Chelsea’s one change from the Blues’ goalless draw at Bournemouth.
      He fired a low drive straight at Emiliano Martinez early on. 
      Mykhailo Mudryk and Levi Colwell whipped inch-perfect crosses into the box time and time again but no one was there to make the crucial touch. 
      And the visitors hit back with a Lucas Digne rocket up the other end which Robert Sanchez tipped over the bar. 
      There was another superb ball from Mudryk as he spotted Nicolas Jackson’s run into the box and made the killer pass. 
      Jackson had just Martinez to beat but the Argentina international made a superb stop to deny the Blues forward. 
      Gusto was sent off for this tackle
      Gusto leaves the field after being shown redCredit: PA
      Malo Gusto burst down the right flank and cut the ball back to Enzo Fernandez who was the culprit of a shocking miss well wide. 
      Finally centre-back Axel Disasi looked as though he had broken the deadlock as he had the ball in the net – but it was ruled offside. 
      A cacophony of boos rang out at the break but they were for Gillett who blew up for half-time with more than a minute of stoppage time still to play.
      Pochettino was left raging and was seen giving the officials a tongue-lashing down the tunnel. 
      Chelsea went down to ten men in the second-half and Villa pounced. 
      From a Blues attack, Aston Villa broke as Watkins burst into the area. 
      Colwill did well to block the first shot but the ex-Bees striker reacted quickly to squeeze in at the second attempt.
      Chelsea hit back and Ben Chilwell lashed an effort that stung the hands of Martinez before another string of misses from the hosts.
      Armando Broja summed up the host’s frustrations as he wrapped up the nightmare afternoon with a header well wide.
      Watkins beats Robert Sanchez at the keeper’s near postCredit: AP
      Watkins celebrates his winnerCredit: Getty

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      Real Sociedad 4-3 Getafe LIVE RESULT: Mason Greenwood comes off the bench as new side lose epic La Liga clash – reaction

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      MASON GREENWOOD came off the bench in Getafe’s 4-3 defeat to Real Sociedad.The forward was brought on in the 68th minute as his new side were chasing the game.
      Last weekend saw the Man Utd loanee make his return to professional football after 20 months away and the 21-year-old helped his new side to a 3-2 win over Osasuna.

      Match result: Real Sociedad 4-3 Getafe
      TV channel: Viaplay Sports 1
      Live stream: La Liga TV

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      Arnold under fire
      Manchester United chief executive officer Richard Arnold was grilled by staff over the club’s controversial handling of Mason Greenwood and Antony.
      According to The Telegraph, Arnold faced anonymous questions from staff over Zoom on Tuesday afternoon.
      The 52-year-old was grilled about United’s handling of Greenwood who was loaned out to Getafe after a six-month internal investigation over charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The charges against the striker were dropped.
      Another item of the crisis talks was Antony, who is embroiled in a police investigation over allegations by three women of domestic abuse.
      The winger has denied the claims made against him.

      Mason Greenwood controversy
      Mason Greenwood joined Getafe on loan in the summer after Manchester United decided against having him in the squad this season.
      This came after a six-month internal investigation over charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The charges against Greenwood were ultimately dropped following the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light.
      The 21-year-old was first arrested at his home in January of last year and was due to stand trial in November.
      Reports suggested United considered bringing the striker back to the squad but a heated backlash from fans led to the changing their mind.
      Using your head
      Prior to Latasa scoring Getafe’s eighth goal of the season, the club had scored four of their seven goals thanks to headers.
      This put second behind only Union Berlin in terms of proportion of goals scored this way.
      And this figure is even higher after Latasa’s goal due to that goal also being a header.
      The figure now stands at 62.5 per cent.

      Mason misery
      It was a far from ideal away day for Mason Greenwood.
      Despite a bright start with an early dribble half the length of the pitch, that would prove to be his only meaningful contribution.

      Outstanding Oyarzabal
      Oyarzabal came off the bench and proved to be the difference maker for the hosts.
      He came on and scored two goals to help his team win the 4-3 win.

      Full-time stats
      Possession 60% – 40%
      Shots on target 6 – 7
      Passes 484 – 298
      Corners 2 – 1
      Fouls 13 – 24
      Offsides 3 – 1
      Yellow cards 3 – 2
      FULL-TIME Real Sociedad 4-3 Getafe
      Getafe gave it a good go but ultimately did not have the quality to beat the Champions League outfit.
      A trio of goals in the second half proved to be enough to turn around the 2-1 half-time deficit.
      Real Sociedad 4-3 Getafe
      90+6. Sociedad have the ball in the net again but the ref calls for offside.
      GOAL
      Getafe pull one back through a great Latasa header after a searching cross from Rico.
      They’re not out of the game just yet.
      Real Sociedad 4-2 Getafe
      90. A great ball over the top of the defence sees Oyarzabal grab his second of the game with a near post shot to the right of the goal after Merino cushions a ball into his path.
      GOAL
      89. Sociedad grab a fourth to pt the game to bed.
      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe
      88. Sociedad have the ball in the net but the goal is ruled offside…
      Or is it?
      Var are checking the goal.

      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe

      85. Sociedad are proving difficult to get the ball off of following the changes.
      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe
      81. Free-kick in a dangerous area to Sociedad after a handball.
      The fans are clapping on the countdown to the free-kick…
      And Mendez fires his shot marginally wide of the far post.
      That had Soria worried at full-stretch.
      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe
      78. Sociedad’s Zubeldia down injured here.
      Brief water break for the teams.

      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe
      75. Slower tempo to the game with Sociedad keeping hold of the ball.
      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe
      69. Getafe respond by bringing on Mason Greenwood.
      His first run at the Sociedad defence brings a turnover but not before running half the length of the pitch with the ball.
      Real Sociedad 3-2 Getafe
      67. Soria comes out to try and punch the ball clear but misses it entirely before the ball is headed towards goal by Mendez, who scores into an empty net.
      GOAL
      Sociedad take the lead.
      Real Sociedad 2-2 Getafe
      65. Getafe inches away from instantly retaking the lead.
      A loose ball falls to the edge of the area where a Getafe attacker in running on to the ball.
      He catches the ball sweetly but his shot goes wide.
      Real Sociedad 2-2 Getafe
      62. Oyarzabal fires his kick to his bottom right corner.
      Soria dives the right way and gets his hand to it but can’t keep it out.
      GOAL
      Sociedad grab an equaliser
      Real Sociedad 1-2 Getafe
      60. Penalty to Sociedad.
      Mitrovic brings down a Real attacker when as he slips with his rear leg.
      Freshly introduced Oyazarbal to take.
      Real Sociedad 1-2 Getafe
      58. Triple sub for the hosts.
      Real Sociedad 1-2 Getafe
      56. The traffic going all towards Getafe from Sociedad at the moment.
      Getafe are pinned back in their half with no exit. They will need to bide their time.
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