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      Baller League LIVE: Scores and results from Night Two as Luis Figo WINS, plus John Terry BEATEN again – latest updates

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      NIGHT TWO of the highly-anticipated Baller League is OVER as Angry Ginge and Yanited stay TOP.Alisha Lehmann and Maya Jama’s MVPs United would secure the first points of the night with a comeback from 2-0 down against M7 FC to make it two wins from two. Whislt, Ian Wright and Chloe Kelly’s Wembley Rangers would fail to secure their first win in the tournament after coming out second-best in a back-and-forth encounter with VZN FC.Former Premier League and England player Joleon Lescott, a late wildcard, would make a winning impact on his one and only appearance for Deportrio, managed by Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards as they saw past N5 FC 7-3. 26ers, managed by John Terry, lost their second game in a row after a lax display to Yanited, who sit pretty at the league summit.Follow our live blog below…KSI letting Chelsea legend have itJohn Terry’s 26ers suffered another defeat this evening.They went down 7-5 to Yanited in a thrilling match.KSI laid into their manager, telling him it was time to go home with much of the game remaining, as Yanited started to score for fun.Copy linkCopiedN5 proving not so invincibleManaged by a trio from the Arsenal side who went a whole season in the Premier League unbeaten, their team in the baller league is not showing the same grit.Robert Pires, Jens Lehmann and Freddie Ljunberg are finding this competition tough.They lost 6-3 to Deportrio to leave them winless in the campaign so far.Copy linkCopiedBaller League night two resultsMVP’s United 3-2 M7 FCWembley Rangers 2-4 VZN FCN5 FC 3-6 Deportrio26ers 5-7 YanitedSantan FC 4-3 SDS FCFC RTW 1-5 Trebol FCCopy linkCopiedBaller League delivers on night twoWe have seen some goals this evening that could well be in contention as ‘goals of the season’.The gamechangers have been interesting, some adding to the entertainment.It has shown that there is some undiscovered talent our lower leagues with Amin Belaid scoring a brilliant hat-trick.Copy linkCopiedFT: FC RTW 1-5 Trebol FCThe referee brings the match to a close.Trebol FC get their first win of the baller league.Amin Belaid was the star of the show, that is for sure.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 1-5 Trebol FCAmin Belaid runs through and slots past the keeper to score.Brilliant finish and gives Belaid his hat-trick this evening.He only plays for Boreham Wood in the National League but looks like some player.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 1-4 Trebol FCThe gamechanger in play is ‘fast forward’.That is unlikely to be of any use to FC RTW.You just cannot dribble back into your own half after venturing into your opponents or you give away a free-kick.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 1-4 Trebol FCA penalty is awarded to Trebol as a result of forcing three corners.They slot it home to put them in a real position of strength with the gamechanger looming.Still could go either way in this one but Trebol have victory in the palm of their hands.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 1-3 Trebol FCYou wait for goals, then two come along at once.FC RTW get a penalty as a result of three corners.Just as it looks like they are back in the game. Trebol go up the other end and restore their two-goal lead.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 0-2 Trebol FCTrebol seem to be clean through but the defender stops him in his tracks, illegally.He is given a two-minute sin-bin so Figo’s side will have a man-advantage.Trebol need to use the numbers and they do just that and double their lead, thanks to Vani Da Silva.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 0-1 Trebol FCWell Luis Figo may be sunning himself in hotter climates in Europe rather than leading his team from the touchlie but they have set a new record in the baller league.That is the longest we have had to wait for a goal.For everyones’ sake, let’s hope that record is never beaten.Copy linkCopiedHT: FC RTW 0-1 Trebol FCFinally we have our first goal of the game.Ethan Oke gets away from his man and is clean through to face the keeper.He slots a left-footed shot into the far corner to break the deadlock.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 0-0 Trebol FCThis has been a terrible match so far.Hopefully the gamechanger can spice things up with ‘plusone’.We start off with a one versus one for the remainder of the half.No sign of Luis Figo on the touchline once again.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW 0-0 Trebol FCThis one is a real slow-burner.Both sides are passing the ball around but losing possession when they get into the final third.We could really do with a goal to try and spark this one into life.Copy linkCopiedFC RTW vs Trebol FCFinal game of the evening in the baller league.Luis Figo’s Trebol FC are still looking for their first win.FC RTW will be looking to cause an upset in this one.Copy linkCopiedFT: Santan FC 4-3 SDS FCSDS FC waste their final chance to get an equaliser.With the Santan FC keeper back-tracking, they try a first-time shot to lob him but it is a woeful attempt.That gives victory to Santan FC to maintain their 100% record.The addition of Nyle Ranger to their squad made a big difference this evening.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 4-3 SDS FCSDS grab another goal and have a real chance to turn this one on its head.Santan FC are looking poor with their shooting in ‘1-on-1’.This match is now on a knife-edge.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 4-2 SDS FCThings are starting to heat up a little now.SDS grabbed a goal as sheer power beat the keeper with a straight shot.Santan FC get a penalty for three corners but miss their chance to extend the lead.Gamechanger in force now and we are going to see ‘1-on-1’.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 4-1 SDS FCSDS have a penalty for three corners and Hussein Mahdi steps up to take it.He slots home to give them a glimmer of hope in this game.However, Santan FC go straight down the other end of Luka Valentine scores to restore their three-goal lead.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 3-0 SDS FCWhat a goal from David Solidemi.He strikes it first-time with the ball curling away from the keeper.It hits the inside of the post on its way into the back of the net.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 2-0 SDS FCInto the second-half and SDS FC have the ball in the back of the net.It is immediately disallowed for offside but Sharky challenges the decision.The officials stick to their original view and the goal will not stand.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 2-0 SDS FCAfter hectic start to this game it really failed to live up to expectations.We have the first-half gamechanger ‘the line’ in play.Any shots from outside the offside line will be worth two.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 2-0 SDS FCSantan FC have a shot deflected behind for a corner.They get a penalty as a result but Michael Hill misses it.Good block by the keeper but you should be scoring from there.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC 2-0 SDS FCTwo goals in thirty seconds for Santan FC.The first goal was a sublime flick past the keeper, through his legs.Dominic Voss then adds a second to leave SDS FC stunned.Copy linkCopiedSantan FC vs SDS FCNow we move onto out penultimate game of the evening.Nile Ranger features in the line-up for Santan FC.Sharky’s SDS FC will come into this one full of confidence.Copy linkCopied More

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      Bournemouth vs Man City LIVE SCORE: FA Cup latest updates from huge quarter-final with Nottingham Forest waiting

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      MANCHESTER CITY are trailing to Bournemouth RIGHT NOW in a huge FA Cup quarter-final.The winner will take on Nottingham Forest in the semi-final, with the draw having taken place ahead of the match.Aston Villa booked their place in the final four with a crushing 3-0 win over Preston earlier today.Kick off time: 4.30pm BSTTV channel: ITV 1FREE live stream: ITV XBournemouth team: Kepa, Soler, Senesi, Zabarnyi, Cook, Adams, Christie, Semenyo, Kluivert, Brooks, EvanilsonMan City team: Ederson, Nunes, Khusanov, Dias, Gvardiol, Gundogan, Kovacic, De Bruyne, Bernardo, Foden, HaalandCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Bournemouth 1-0 Man City35. It is crucial that Bournemouth protect their clean sheet until the break now.They have worked hard to get themselves into this position.Adding a second goal would not be against the run of play whatsoever.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City33. This has been the perfect start for Bournemouth.It all looked so negative as Haaland stepped up to take that early penalty.How different things are looking now since that Evanilson goal.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at Vitality StadiumWhat a cracking FA Cup tie this is proving to be. Erling Haaland could have had a hat-trick inside six minutes although his penalty in the 13th minute was poor. City defender Matheus Nunes hardly covered himself at the other end by giving the ball away and then being beaten at the far post by Justin Kluiviert before Evanilson got the final touch.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City31. Haaland is looking like these fans are living in his head rent free.The penalty miss, followed by the chance he put over the bar as haunting him.Not that The Cherries will be complaining at all.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City29. Fantastic play from Semenyo in his own box.He hacks the ball clear but straight into Evanilson, who is bundled over.Man City are still looking all over the place since that Cherries’ goal.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City27. The visitors are trying to find a way back into this game.That will play into the hands of Iraola’s side, who will look to pick them off on the break with their pace.Semenyo has Nunes in his pocket so far in this tie.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City25. Man City are really struggling to contain the hosts’ attack.Nunes is all over the place and Khusanov does not look much better.You feel The Cherries have the chance here to really punish Man City at the moment.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City23. Gundogan tries his luck from the edge of the box.Kepa gets down well to save and gathers the second ball.He will need to have a good game this afternoon if The Cherries are going to book a semi-final spot.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City21. The roof almost came off the Vitality Stadium as that went in.Kluivert does well to cut it back from the byline and Evanilson wanted it more than Khusanov.Man City have it all to do now.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Evanilson (Bournemouth)Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City19. Semenyo robs Nunes of the ball on the halfway line.Foden tries to track him but gets outmuscled by the winger.He looks to get a shot off in the box but slices it wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City17. Haaland has another sight of goal.As Kepa advances, the Norwegian looks to lift it over the keeper.He gets his angles all wrong as it goes over the crossbar.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City15. Adams will breathe a sigh of relief following that penalty save.It was his handball that gifted Man City the chance to take the lead.Kepa’s save has got this crowd going now, it is an electric atmosphere.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City13. How important that could be.Kepa guesses the right way and saves Haaland’s penalty.The Vitality Stadium erupts as the keeper gathers it.Copy linkCopiedPenalty savedCopy linkCopiedPenalty to Man CityCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City11. Man City work it well as it is played out to Nunes out wide.His cross is inch-perfect as he picks out Haaland in the box.The Norwegian sends his header wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City9. First real chance of the game falls to Bournemouth.Gundogan is penalised for another foul, giving The Cherries a free-kick in a dangerous area.Kluivert steps up to take it but sends his effort high into the stands.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City7. This is a good start from The Cherries.They are already asking questions of Man City.It is high-octane stuff from Andoni Iraola’s team.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City5. It is crazy to think that, with three quarter-finals played, we are still waiting for a goal by a home side.Bournemouth will need to change that if they are to have any hope of making the semi-finals.Gundogan is penalised for a foul in the middle of the park.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City3. Man City are happy to knock the ball around and control the tempo.However, The Cherries are closing them down and pressing high up the pitch.Ederson sends the ball sailing into the stands, met with a huge cheer from the home fans.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City1. The visitors will have their last visit here on their mind.Bournemouth really came at them in that game and Man City struggled to cope.Guardiola will be keen to see his side get on the front foot and look to grab the first goal of the game.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Bournemouth vs Man CityWe are underway at the Vitality Stadium.The ground is basked in spring sunshine for this one.Man City get the game started.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at Vitality StadiumIt’s a cracking day here on the south coast and a home win would put a smile on the face of neutrals everywhere in the country.Yet if Bournemouth are to join Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa in the last four of the FA Cup they will still need to be at their very best even though Manchester City are not enjoying a good season by their standards. Bournemouth have a few injuries, like City, and they will need Justin Kluivert and Evanilson to be clinical as you would expect the visitors to score.Copy linkCopiedVeteran looks for more silverwareWhile his game time has been limited this campaign, Kevin De Bruyne would love nothing more than getting his hands on the FA Cup again.Many wonder whether this could be his last season at The Etihad, the Belgian will always go down as a true Premier League great.Despite his advancing years, he still has the ability to turn a game on its head in an instant, something The Cherries need to be wary of.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopied More

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      FA Cup semi-final draw LIVE: Nottingham Forest to take on Man City or Bournemouth in Wembley thriller

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      THE FA Cup draw for the semi-finals has concluded – and we’ve got some cracking Wembley ties in store!Last season’s runners-up Manchester City are still in the hunt and will take on Nottingham Forest should they navigate past Bournemouth this afternoon.While Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa completes the line-up.13′ Bournemouth vs Man City – latestDrama on the south coast!Tyler Adams is penalised for a handball in the area – it’s clearly accidental but his arm was in an unnatural position so the ref points to the spot.Up steps Erling Haaland… and it’s saved by that man Kepa Arrizabalaga! Big moment. Copy linkCopiedBournemouth vs Man City underwayWe know it is Nottingham Forest awaiting the winners of the fourth and final quarter-final.So Nuno Espirito Santo will no doubt be keeping a close eye on events at the Vitality Stadium.And you can, too, with our Bournemouth vs City live blog.Copy linkCopiedFinals this centuryIt is little surprise that the FA Cups won since the turn of the century are dominated by the biggest clubs in the country – with a few shock surprises mixed in…1999–2000 Chelsea 1–0 Aston Villa2000–01 Liverpool 2–1 Arsenal2001–02 Arsenal 2–0 Chelsea2002–03 Arsenal 1–0 Southampton2003–04 Manchester United 3–0 Millwall 2004–05 Arsenal 0–0 [5-4 on pens] Manchester United2005–06 Liverpool 3–3 [3-1 on pens] West Ham United 2006–07 Chelsea 1–0 AET Manchester United 2007–08 Portsmouth 1–0 Cardiff City 2008–09 Chelsea 2–1 Everton2009–10 Chelsea 1–0 Portsmouth2010–11 Manchester City 1–0 Stoke City2011–12 Chelsea 2–1 Liverpool 2012–13 Wigan Athletic 1–0 Manchester City 2013–14 Arsenal 3–2 AET Hull City 2014–15 Arsenal 4–0 Aston Villa 2015–16 Manchester United 2–1 AET Crystal Palace2016–17 Arsenal 2–1 Chelsea 2017–18 Chelsea 1–0 Manchester United2018–19 Manchester City 6–0 Watford2019–20 Arsenal 2–1 Chelsea 2020–21 Leicester City 1–0 Chelsea 2021–22 Liverpool 0–0 [6-5 on pens] Chelsea 2022–23 Manchester City 2–1 Manchester United2023–24 Manchester United 2–1 Manchester CityCopy linkCopiedNew name on the cup?So, City, Forest and Villa have all won the FA Cup – but never Palace nor Bournemouth. Who have won the most, though?Arsenal: 14Man Utd: 13Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham: 8Man City, Aston Villa: 7Newcastle, Blackburn: 6Everton, West Brom, Wanderers: 5Wolves, Bolton, Sheffield Utd: 4Sheffield Weds, West Ham: 3Preston, Old Etonians, Portsmouth, Sunderland, Nottingham Forest, Bury: 2Leicester, Oxford Uni, Royal Engineers, Derby, Leeds, Southampton, Burnley, Cardiff, Blackpool, Clapham Rovers, Notts County, Barnsley, Charlton, Old Carthusians, Blackburn Olympic, Bradford, Ipswich, Coventry, Wimbledon, Wigan: 1Copy linkCopiedCity winning machineAs for City, they have reached the semis for the last six seasons – including winning the trophy in 2019 and 2023. They also got to the final-four stage in 2017, 2013 and 2011 – but before that, it was 1981.City have won the FA Cup seven times. Copy linkCopiedForest long waitNottingham Forest are into their first FA Cup semi-final for the first time since 1991 when they went on to reach the final, losing to Tottenham. That was the end of a run of three semi-finals in four seasons, getting knocked out by Liverpool in the final four in 1988 and 1989. Copy linkCopiedVilla ambitionAston Villa got to the final in 2015 when they were stuffed 4-0 by Arsenal. They also lost the 2000 final and reached the semis in 2010.But going further back, they have lifted the iconic trophy five times, including their first appearance in the competition in 1887.Their other successes came in 1895, 1897, 1905 and 1957. Copy linkCopiedPalace into third semi-final in nine yearsAs for the Eagles, they reached the final in 2016, losing to Manchester United in Louis van Gaal’s last game.Then in 2022 they got to the final four but lost 2-0 to Chelsea. Before that, their other final appearance was in the famous 1990 final against United – losing in a replay.They remain without a major trophy in their history.Could that change on May 17?Copy linkCopiedBournemouth hoping to make historyAFC Bournemouth have never, ever reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup.They can change that today.By beating Manchester City. The Cherries reached the quarters in 2020-21, losing to Southampton 3-0. Copy linkCopiedOne match to goSo we have had three of the four quarter-finals.The one remaining is Bournemouth vs Manchester City. That gets underway in around 50 minutes’ time on the south coast.Copy linkCopiedWho is the favourite?The cup really is up for grabs this year, more so than any other in recent years. Of course, City are the standout team – but we all know about their nightmare season.So much so that Dion Dublin can’t call it.He says: “I can’t call a favourite from those!”Copy linkCopiedDates for your diaryAs I’m sure anyone supporting one of the remaining five teams left in the competition are well aware, the semi-finals will be played on the weekend of April 26-27. Four weeks away. Copy linkCopiedDraw in fullNottingham Forest vs Bournemouth/Man CityCrystal Palace vs Aston Villa Copy linkCopiedAgainst No2Aston Villa Copy linkCopiedNo1 nextCrystal Palace….Copy linkCopiedForest vs Bournemouth/Man CityForest get No3…That’s Bournemouth or Man CityCopy linkCopiedFirst out…Number 4Nottingham Forest Copy linkCopiedReminder of the numbersJust again to remind you on the numbers:Crystal PalaceAston VillaBournemouth or Man CityNottingham Forest2011 winner Joe Hart is doing the draw in his seat next to Mark Chapman in the Deepdale studio. Copy linkCopiedHere we go, then…Time for the 2024-25 FA Cup semi-final draw.This promises to be a belter.It won’t take long, too…Copy linkCopiedHart pumpingJoe Hart is very pumped in the BBC studio at Deepdale as he prepares to get involved in the draw. “Big moment,” he calls it.He’s not wrong. Who will he potentially pit his former side Man City against should they get past Bournemouth? Copy linkCopiedNumbers to look out forOkay, okay, there aren’t many to remember.But it’s always helpful to know them…Crystal PalaceAston Villa Bournemouth or Man CityNottingham ForestCopy linkCopiedFull-time at PrestonIt’s all over at Preston. Villa have secured a 3-0 win and are into the semis.Unai Emery’s men are off to Wembley…Copy linkCopiedWho else is in the draw?Well, Villa are pretty much home and hosed. They are 3-0 up and cruising into the final four.Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest booked their spots in the draw yesterday.Palace beat Fulham 3-0 away while Forest secured a victory on penalties at Brighton. So it bodes well for Man City – who play Bournemouth away at 4.30pm this afternoon… Copy linkCopiedPreston 0-3 Aston Villa – latestAfter Rashford’s double, Jacob Ramsey made it 3-0 with 20 minutes to go at Deepdale.His solo driving run through the middle was finished off with a shot that went through the goalkeeper. Ollie Watkins could, maybe should, have scored at least one after coming on late on. Copy linkCopiedPreston NE vs Aston Villa update – 0-2 – 69’The vistors’ Premier League quality has shown thanks to a brace from on-loan striker Marcus Rashford, his first goals for the club.Credit: RexCopy linkCopied More

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      Brighton vs Nottingham Forest LIVE RESULT: Yates sends Reds to FA Cup last-four plus Rutter rushed to hospital – updates

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST are book their first Wembley semi-final berth in 34 YEARS after spot-kick win. With little to separate the sides, Nuno Espirito Santo’s side thought they would have the chance to open scoring from the spot after Kaoru Mitoma’s tussle with Elliot Anderson only for the initial decision to be overturned by VAR midway through the second half. The lack of clinicality would continue into extra-time, with penalties needed. Three consecutive misses from twelve yards – Neco Williams’ blazed-over effort sandwiched by two Matz Sels saves – would prove pivotal as captain Ryan Yates dispatched the decisive spot-kick.Post-match, Brighton’s Georginio Rutter was rushed to hospital following the game. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Fulham 0 Crystal Palace 3And from earlier: Copy linkCopiedReportOn tonight’s events: Copy linkCopiedHürzeler on Rutter’s injuryGeorginio Rutter went down off the ball and appeared to roll his ankle in the Amex turf.He was able to limp from the field under his own steam after being worked on by medical staff.Fabian Hürzeler on Rutter’s injury in his post-match comments:“He might have to go for a scan. I cannot say anything now.”Copy linkCopiedRutter rushed to hospitalBrighton’s Georginio Rutter was rushed to hospital following Brighton’s FA Cup heartbreak against Nottingham Forest.The 22-year-old appeared to be in tears as he was forced out of the 0-0 draw at the Amex Stadium in the 75th minute.More on the story below. Copy linkCopiedSemi-finals start to take shapeCrystal Palace and Nott’m Forest have booked their places at Wembley with victories today.Tomorrow, we will find out who else will join them in the draw.Preston vs Aston VillaBournemouth vs Man CityCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedForest book Wembley visitIt took a penalty shootout to get them there, but over the course of the game, there is no denying Forest were the better side.They thought they had been awarded a penalty in normal time, only to see VAR send the official to monitor, who then reversed his decision.Not that it matters now, Nuno Espirito Santo’s side incredible season continues with silverware a realistic opportunity.Credit: ReutersCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedMatz ex-Sels in penalty shootoutSigning Sels from Strasbourg may have been some of the best business Nuno Espirito Santo has done at the City Ground.He has been one of the key components of a season that has surprised many and tonight was no different.The Belgian keeper saved two of Brighton’s spot-kicks to send the visitors through to the FA Cup semi-finals.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFT: Brighton 0-0 Nott’m Forest (ET) [3-4 on pens]Ryan Yates has booked his sides place at Wembley.The Nott’m Forest skipper stroked his penalty home to secure it.In a game of little clear-cut chances, a penalty shootout was required, with the visitors taking the spoils.Copy linkCopiedNott’m Forest beat Brighton 4-3 on penaltiesCopy linkCopiedGoal – Ryan Yates (Nott’m Forest) 3-4Copy linkCopiedGoal – Lewis Dunk (Brighton) 3-3Copy linkCopiedGoal – Nikola Milenkovic (Nott’m Forest) 2-3Copy linkCopiedPenalty saved – Diego Gomez (Brighton) 2-2Copy linkCopiedMissed penalty – Neco Williams (Nott’m Forest) 2-2Copy linkCopiedPenalty saved – Jack Hinshelwood (Brighton) 2-2Copy linkCopiedGoal – Callum Hudson-Odoi (Nott’m Forest) 2-2Copy linkCopiedGoal – Brajan Gruda (Brighton) 2-1Copy linkCopiedGoal – Elliot Anderson (Nott’m Forest) 1-1Copy linkCopiedGoal – Joao Pedro (Brighton) 1-0Copy linkCopiedPenalty shootoutCopy linkCopiedFT: Brighton 0-0 Nott’m Forest (ET)The referee brings extra-time to a close.We are going to a penalty shootout on the south coast.Try as they might, neither side could find that elusive goal.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Isabelle Barker at Amex StadiumNUNO ESPIRITO SANTO has just screamed his lungs out at one his coaching staff, saying “wait, sit down” as he was preparing Morato to come on as a substitute. The frustration is clearly building for the Forest boss with Brighton hitting back strongly in extra time. Copy linkCopiedBrighton 0-0 Nott’m Forest (ET)120. Forest are bringing Gibbs-White off for Morato.Seems a strange decision given his penalty taking powers.We are moments away from the drama of penalties.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 0-0 Nott’m Forest (ET) 118. It is a terrible delivery from the corner, not beating the first man.Forest head it clear but The Seagulls come straight back at them.The visitors are hanging on for penalties now.Joao Pedro bundles in the ball as Estupinan heads across goal but it is immediately ruled out for offside.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 0-0 Nott’m Forest (ET)116. Joao Pedro is bundled over by Murillo.It gives The Seagulls a free-kick in a dangerous position.Estupinan’s effort deflects off the wall and goes out for a corner.Copy linkCopied More

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      Newcastle trophy parade LIVE: Toon Army gather to celebrate HISTORIC Carabao Cup victory over Liverpool

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      NEWCASTLE fans gather at St James Park after the side won their first trophy in 70 YEARS!Eddie Howe’s side beat Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley to claim their first silverware in over half a century. The side will be celebrating the famous victory, as they take to the streets of Newcastle in an open-top bus parade.Fans will be treated to a full replay of the game, before the side tour the city with the trophy.Timings:Full match replay – 2pm GMTMain stage entertainment starts – 4pm GMTBus parade starts – 4:30pm GMTPlayers take to the stage – 6:35pm GMTEvent ends – 7:30pm GMTLive stream: SunSport YouTubeFollow our live blog below…Fans scale Shearer’s statue! Copy linkCopiedAlan Shearer arrivesAs the players and staff head towards the Town Moor, Newcastle will host a question and answer session with club legends for those already in attendance.The Q&A segment will see Newcastle’s leading goalscorer Alan Shearer take centre stage, along with Bob Moncur, Les Ferdinand and the women’s team.Copy linkCopiedThe 15 minute markThe Wembley final is currently being shown on the big screens as fans pile into Town Moor.But live entertainment will begin shortly at 4pm – half an hour before the parade bus leaves St James’ Park.Sonny Tennet, Ellie Scougall, The Belta Reivers and Paige Temperley are a few names down to perform.Following them and the trophy celebrations, including a cup lift, Q&A with players and team photo, a light show will take place.Copy linkCopiedToon Army surrounds St James’ Park!Fans are waiting for the parade bus to leave the stadium in less than an hour!Copy linkCopiedOpen-top bus passes late fitness testThe bus transporting Newcastle’s jubilant players and staff from St James’ Park to Town Moor failed a late MOT this week.On Tuesday, government records show that the plate set to be at the heart of today’s celebrations failed its test as it was being prepared.The issue was fixed the following day, however, and is now ready to go.Testing manager Chris Reeves told ITV News Tyne Tees: “It failed on a ramp with a minor wiring issue. “The company took it away to get it fixed and we got it booked in for a retest on Wednesday, where it gladly passed.”It’s been thoroughly tested and it is all good to go.”Copy linkCopiedCopy linkCopiedWhere can I watch Newcastle’s parade?For those unable to attend the celebrations today in Newcastle, there are options to follow the event online.A Sky Sports News special will broadcast on Sky channel 402 from 6pm to 7pm. While Newcastle United’s YouTube channel will also be streaming live.And of course you can keep up to date with events right here on Sun Sport’s live blog…Copy linkCopiedOur man on the groundFrom SunSport’s Newcastle correspondent Gary Stonehouse live at Town Moor.While beers are getting downed in town, up on the Moor thousands are still cramming into the main event.And, despite the rain, the weather is not dampening the atmopshere as the Toon Army enjoy a re-run of the Wembley win. A stage has been set up for a Q&A with Alan Shearer and Les Ferdinand before the players will come out.Copy linkCopiedBanned items at Town MoorThe open-top bus will arrive at Town Moor at approximately 5pm, but fans with tickets have been warned not to bring items into the event that are on the banned list.The club have advised that the following things are not permitted on site:AlcoholChairs/camping equipmentFlagsPyrotechnics/flaresDronesPetsIt is a dry event and supporters have been urged to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks.Copy linkCopiedEarly best dressed award nomineesTaking inspiration from the black and white Golden Globes this year…Copy linkCopiedKey parade timingsNewcastle have issued a statement informing attending fans that they should arrive on time in order to make the most of the day.1.30pm – Town Moor site opens.2pm – Final match replay.4pm – Main Stage entertainment.4.30pm – Bus parade starts.5pm – Q&A with Legends.6.35pm – Players take to the Main Stage.7.15pm – Sela spectacular surprise.8.15pm – Site closes.Copy linkCopiedAnt and Dec have arrivedGeordie royalty Ant and Dec have been seen outside St James’ Park as anticipation continues to build over today’s event.Chronicle Live claim that they were spotted by a group of fans and laughed when asked: “What do you think of Sunderland?”The iconic pair walked through the chairman’s entrance of the stadium after posing for pictures with fans and signing autographs.Copy linkCopiedCopy linkCopiedParade and bus routeNewcastle have confirmed that today’s bus will depart St James’ Park at around 4:30pm to kick off the festivities.It will then make its way down Gallowgate, turn onto Percy Street, and head onto the B1318 towards Gosforth.The bus will stop just once, at the Town Moor, where the players will then make their way onto the stage.After that, live music and a special lights show by Saudi Arabian events company Sela.Proceedings will begin at St James’ ParkCopy linkCopiedGood afternoonHello and welcome to Sun Sport’s live coverage of today’s Carabao Cup trophy parade in Newcastle.We will be bringing you all the latest news, updates and big moments from the open-top bus event.Car parks are closed, roads are blocked off as nearly 150,000 fans will take to the streets to watch their heroes celebrate the Toon army’s first domestic trophy in 70 YEARS.A replay of the 2-1 win over Liverpool at Wembley will be shown at some point too!”This will be one of the biggest events we have seen in the city,” said Karen Kilgour, leader of Newcastle City Council.Fans have been on the drink since this morningFor many, it’s Newcastle’s first trophy in their life timeCopy linkCopied More

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      Brighton vs Nottingham Forest LIVE SCORE: FA Cup quarter-final updates as Prem high-flyers clash for last-four spot

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      BRIGHTON host fellow Premier League high-flyers Nottingham Forest in a huge FA Cup quarter-final clash this afternoon.Nuno Espirito Santo’s side thrashed the Seagulls 7-0 when the two sides last met in February.But Brighton are unbeaten since their drumming at the City Ground, and the Seagulls will be out for revenge as they look to stay on course to claim the first major trophy in their history.Forest are in a strong position to finish in the Premier League’s top four, but the Tricky Trees will want some silverware to remember such an outstanding season.Kick off time: 5.15pm GMTTV channel: BBC OneFREE live stream: BBC iPlayerBrighton team: To follow…Nottingham Forest team: To follow…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Forest looking to buck trendNottingham Forest do not have a good record at this stage of the competition, something they will want to address today.In their last three FA Cup quarter-finals, they have been defeated all by a one-nil scoreline.It is 35 years since Forest progressed to the semi-finals, eventually losing to Tottenham in the final.Copy linkCopiedSeagulls continue to BloomFor any newly promoted side to the Premier League, they would do well to look at Brighton as a model to emulate.Owner Tony Bloom backs the managers financially to improve their squad with young talent.Every player has their price but The Seagulls never seem to sell any of their players for less than their true value.That is then reinvested in the squad and they are starting to reap the rewards.The icing on the cake for Brighton would be to bring some silverware to the Amex Stadium in the process.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBlow for Forest in FA CupNuno Espirito Santo’s side will go into this game without prolific striker Chris Wood this afternoon.The striker picked up a hip injury on international duty for New Zealand in the recent international break.It will be interesting to see how that disrupts the machine that is Nottingham Forest on the south coast but it does offer the chance for Taiwo Awoniyi to impress the manager.Copy linkCopiedBrighton vs Nott’m ForestNow we move onto the second semi-final of the day.Two form teams meet each other at the Amex Stadium.The Seagulls will be looking for revenge for their 7-0 drubbing at the hands of Forest earlier in the season.Copy linkCopiedCottagers left wondering what could have beenThe spring sunshine was beating down in West London and everything looked set up for a memorable afternoon.Fulham dominated the early stages of the game and Craven Cottage was bouncing.However, they could not carve out any clear-cut chances to break the deadlock against Crystal Palace.This one will hurt The Cottagers, Marco Silva has some job to pick his players up as they turn their attentions back to Premier League duties.Credit: ReutersCredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedEagles soar in FA CupWhile talk of silverware was deflected by the players and manager, Crystal Palace fans are dreaming of what could be a special season.They knew it would be a tough challege against Fulham in West London but having secured an emphatic victory, Wembley now awaits.If Oliver Glasner is able to bring a trophy to Selhurst Park, he can probably expect a statue of him to be erected soon after.Credit: AlamyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedPalace wing it in West LondonWhat a week it has been for Eberechi Eze.Scoring his first England goal in midweek against Latvia, he carried that form into the FA Cup this afternoon as Fulham were put to the sword.Constantly linked with moves to bigger clubs, the winger really showed how integral he is to this Eagles side at Craven Cottage.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jordan Davies at Craven CottageFulham look dejected, but the Palace players are fist-pumping the away end, and don’t look like stopping any time soon.Marco Silva will be desperately disappointed. For all their dominance, they barely laid a glove on Palace, who will revel in the one of the most smash-and-grab 3-0 results you will see in a long while.Wembley awaits the soaring Eagles…Copy linkCopiedBoss plays down Eze factorSpeaking with ITV Sport after the match, The Eagles’ manager gave his thoughts on their victory:Key number one was to survive the first fiteen minutes. We were rusty and the structure was not good due to the international break. It was so important the first goal as we got the belief back. When you are struggling in a game, you need these actions. It was a great team effort which is what I told the guys in the dressing room. We can achieve a lot.Oliver GlasnerCrystal PalaceCopy linkCopiedMunoz asks questions of CottagersWhile Crystal Palace had plenty of defending to do in the early stages of this game, when they had the chance to counter, their full-backs supported the attacks.Munoz spent the match working up and down the flanks, dragging Fulham’s players out of position.This then allows the likes of Sarr, Mateta and Eze to exploit the gaps in the hosts’ defence.Copy linkCopiedEze does it at Craven CottageMatch-winner Eberechi Eze spoke with ITV Sport about their win over Fulham in the FA Cup quarter-finals:Yes it was an important goal, happy to help the team, this is what am here to do. It was no a good start from us. This is where I want to get the ball to run at defenders. When you get the chance, you need to take it and that is what we have done today. We’re confident in ourselves, we know what we are capable of.Eberechi EzeCrystal PalaceCopy linkCopiedFT: Fulham 0-3 Crystal PalaceMikel Arteta take note of this one, The Eagles have shown how you get nothing for dominating possession in the modern game without any penetration.A classic away performance from Oliver Glasner’s side.They are heading to Wembley for a big day out.Copy linkCopiedFT: Fulham 0-3 Crystal PalaceThe referee brings the game to a close at Craven Cottage.Crystal Palace are heading into the semi-finals.A superb performance from The Eagles in West London.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace90+2. These Palace fans are going to enjoy their short trips back to the other side of London after this one.All eyes will be on that semi-final draw tomorrow for The Eagles.A lot of teams would like to see Bournemouth dump Man City out of the cup tomorrow to improve their chances of silverware.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace90. Clyne is shown a yellow card for a poorly-timed challenge.For all their possession today, Fulham really have not tested Henderson enough in the visitors’ goal.We are going to have three minutes of added time.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace88. Munoz and Sarr are replaced for the visitors.Devenny and Clyne come on for Glasner’s side.It would take a dramatic comeback for Fulham to keep their hopes alive in the FA Cup now.Silva’s side have been well and truly dealt with by Palace today.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace86. Munoz counters and Palace have numbers forward.He ends up dribbling the ball into danger as he is crowded out by three Fulham players.Had he looked up and played the early pass, the visitors could have grabbed another goal there.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace84. This has been the perfect away performance from Palace.They absorbed all Fulham had to throw at them and were clinical when a chance presented itself.It has been a comfortable win for The Eagles on paper this afternoon.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace82. This could be a massive springboard for Palace’s season.They have been one of the form teams in the Premier League in 2025.Only Liverpool and Arsenal have taken more points than them.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace80. The Eagles’ fans are enjoying their afternoon now.They continue to sing ‘we’re going to Wembley’.It has been some time since Crystal Palace played in a FA Cup semi-final.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace78. Earlier in the season there was relegation talk at Selhurst Park.What a job Oliver Glasner has done to turn that around.Now they are dreaming of European qualification and a trip to Wembley.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-3 Crystal Palace76. The ball is rolled in behind the Fulham defence.Nketiah runs onto it and slots it past Leno.Game, set and match for The Eagles.This may well be the worst Saturday afternoon in West London since news broke that the Gucci store was closing.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedGoal – Eddie Nketiah (Crystal Palace)Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-2 Crystal Palace74. Lerma is fouled in the middle of the park.He takes the opportunity to roll around and make it seem worse than it is so he can run the clock down.Lacroix is then shown a card for time-wasting in taking the set-piece.Copy linkCopiedFulham 0-2 Crystal Palace72. Time is starting to run out for the hosts.For The Eagles, it is just a matter of defending what they have now.That said, if they get the chance to counter, another goal really puts this game to bed.Copy linkCopied More

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      England vs Latvia LIVE SCORE: Thomas Tuchel makes it two wins in two as Three Lions cruise in qualifier – latest updates

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      THOMAS TUCHEL records back-to-back wins as the Three Lions continue World Cup qualifying winning form.The Wembley clash opening exchanges were tupsy-turvy as the visitors missed a golden chance from a defensive mix-up. However, on the 38th minute James would provide the decisive touch from 25 yards out. Following the interval, an unmarked Kane would met Declan Rice’s fizzing low cross to tap in from yards out with no more than 20 minutes to go. Seven minutes later, substitute Eze would dance into the box before unleashing a strike past the goalkeeper to secure all three points and sit top of group. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Tougher tests need to lay aheadOne of the worrying things for England is their qualifying group, there is nobody in it to test them at all.That could mean them going into the next World Cup having not faced any opposition that will truly ask any questions of this side.Tuchel and the FA will need to address this with many other nations playing competitive matches against quality opponents.Copy linkCopiedThomas the frank engineOne thing you will always get with Thomas Tuchel is honesty.In his media duties after the match, he pulled no punches in the fact he was not completely happy with what he saw out on the pitch against Latvia.It could be a refreshing era to be an England fan with a manager who will always tell you what he is truly thinking.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedNew coach still finding his feetIt is hard to see anything different from this England team with Thomas Tuchel so new to the job.The pain of defeat in the Euros is still raw but fans know something needs to change if they are going to win trophies.As the manager outlined in his post-match media duties, he felt he has learnt a lot about his players over the course of these two matches.Ensuring they qualify will be the main target for his tenure but it remains to be seen if he can get this generation to blossom.Copy linkCopiedEze does it for Three LionsEberechi Eze made the difference for England against Latvia at Wembley this evening.His pace and skill was a constant threat to the visitors, something they struggled to cope with.The Crystal Palace winger has a hunger for beating players whenever he gets the ball, which in a game like this one was a joy to watch.Providing he can stay fit, he has made a big claim for a starting spot in this Thomas Tuchel era.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedGoals send fans home happyEveryone expected an England win against lowly Latvia.What nobody wanted to see was a mundane performance with few goals and little penetration.Having scored three times, dominated the game and barely had anything to do in a defensive capacity this was job done at Wembley this evening.Copy linkCopiedGunner puts in big shiftDeclan Rice was an integral cog in the England machine tonight.His runs into the channels helped try and break down a dogged Latvian defence at Wembley.Add to that his assist for Kane’s goal, it was an impressive performance from the Arsenal midfielder.Copy linkCopiedJames grabs first Three Lions goalReece James put in a solid performance for Thomas Tuchel’s side against Latvia this evening.It was his stunning free-kick that opened the scoring, despite not really celebrating the moment.The keeper had no chance as his curling effort went into the top corner of the goal.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedBoss gives overview of performanceSpeaking with ITV Sport after the game, the England manager gave his thoughts on tonight’s match.I guess so. It was not an easy match, we had to unlock it. We created a lot of chances from set-pieces. In general I am happy with the attitude, we will get there. Especially in the second-half, we started a little too slow. We encourage everyone to have these accelerations and when they did this everything seemed a little easier. It is interesting as I learn about the players and learn about the game, which is good.Thomas TuchelEnglandCopy linkCopiedMissed opportunity for Villa manMarcus Rashford came into this match full of confidence as he looks to rebuild his career during his loan spell at Villa Park.Despite being so involved in the game and seeing so much of the ball, his performance really failed to deliver.Something is missing still, it may take a little bit more than a short holiday in Birmingham to fix.Fortunately Rashford is not walking home tonight, roads could have proved a dilemma, after this showing it is evident he cannot cross anything.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFT: England 3-0 LatviaThis result will be seen as job done looking at the scoreline.For long periods of the match, Tuchel’s side struggled to break down a side that had everyone behind the ball.James’ superb free-kick broke the deadlock before two second-half goals added more of a gloss to the performance.Copy linkCopiedFT: England 3-0 LatviaThe referee brings the game to a close.Another win for Thomas Tuchel’s England side.Latvia offered little resistance here this evening.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Dan King at WembleyAt times, the crowd were more excited about paper planes and Mexican waves. But as the Latvians tired, England provided some more entertainment. As well as Kane and Eberechi Eze’s goals, Morgan Rogers should have scored once and had another effort very well saved. Rashford tried ever so, ever so hard, but nothing quite came off for him. Tuchel was frustrated his team didn’t turn their chances into more goals. But job done.Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia90+2. Sits is penalised for a shove on Konsa.He has seen more grass than Snoop Dogg in this second-half.Ironically, Wembley looks like the fire alarm has gone off with more empty seats than filled ones now.Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia90. Foden has the chance to put a late corner into the box.The delivery is woeful as it barely gets more than an inch off the floor and is easily cleared by the visitors at the near post.We are going to have three added minutes.Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia88. That was a dreadful miss from the Palace defender.One stand out player in this game, despite only coming on as a substitute, is Eberechi Eze.Latvia have not been able to cope with his pace, trickery and hunger to make something happen.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia86. England have a free-kick which is worked short.The ball is played out to Eze, who puts in an inch-perfect cross into the middle of the goal.Guehi has a completely free-header but, somehow, sends it wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia84. Someone seems to have put ten pence in the bugle player now.Always seems a bizarre thing to bring to a football game.Leaving the house, checking you have all the important things.Wallet, mobile phone, brass band instruments……check.Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia82. You could be forgiven for thinking football is no longer a contact sport.The reaction from Konsa when Gutkovskis made life difficult for him on the ball was nothing short of pathetic.It is almost like the modern footballer loses their mind when somebody actually looks to get physical with them.As Roy Keane would say……..babies!!Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia80. There are some tired Latvian legs out there now.England could really rub salt into the wound in the remainder of this game.The visitors had done well to keep the score respectable for such a long period of this match.Copy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia78. Tuchel looks ready to make some more changes.Henderson, Jones and Walker are all ready to come on.They replace Rice, Rashford and Lewis-Skelly.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedEngland 3-0 Latvia76. Eze has looked like a breath of fresh air in this game.He picks up the ball, wide in the box, twisting and turning his man.The Palace winger cuts inside onto his right foot and gets a shot away which beats the Latvian keeper.It took a deflection on the way through but it would be harsh if that one if taken away from him.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Eberechi Eze (England)Copy linkCopiedEngland 2-0 Latvia74. England almost catch out Latvia on the counter.Rashford could not sort out his feet quick enough to play the first-time pass needed to find Foden in acres of space.He ended up backheeling it into the path of Kane but his attempted cross was cut out.Copy linkCopiedEngland 2-0 Latvia72. Latvia force their second corner of the game.As the ball is whipped in, Konsa heads it clear.The visitors try a long range effort but it is well blocked.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Dan King at WembleyQuite a few paper planes in this second half, which is never a good sign. Thomas Tuchel does not look a happy man, sitting in the dugout scowling like a Dickensian villain. How on earth has Jude Bellingham not been sent off? Already booked for an orange-card-worthy foul in the first half, he’s just done a needless scissor challenge on Raivis Jurkovskis. It’s not what Tuchel meant when he said he wanted Bellingham to channel his emotions. A bit of a surprise that he wasn’t taken off sooner. Although he did tee up Kane for a chance he would usually bury. Phil Foden now on for Bellingham, with the chance to make up for Friday. Kane scores immediately.Copy linkCopied More

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      Baller League LIVE RESULTS: John Terry BEATEN on night 1 of Baller League as Alisha Lehmann and Gary Lineker WIN

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      NIGHT ONE of the highly-anticipated Baller League is OVER as Angry Ginge and Yanited race into first place.Many famous faces, including Gary Lineker, John Terry and Maya Jama assembled, although there was no sign of Maya Jama or Gary Lineker on night 1.Angry Ginge’s Yanited beat N5 FC 7-2 to go top of the Baller League in the first match of the Baller League UK, and nobody could overtake them in the following five games.Terry endured a rough start to management life, losing 5-2 to SDS FC and currently second bottom of Baller League.Alisha Lehmann had no such issue, as her side MVPs United beat FC Rules the World 5-4. Follow our live blog below…Marvin Sordell rolls back the years34-year-old Sordell had a blinder for Depotrio tonight.He hasn’t been seen since he last played for Kettering Town, and is known for his time in Team GB’s football team at the 2012 Olympics.He turned on the style tonight, scoring a hat-trick to fire Depotrio past VZN FC.Copy linkCopiedTough start for TerryJohn Terry’s team were the one to watch ahead of night 1.Baller League fans were eagerly anticipating the debut of the legendary Chelsea captain in the dugout, but his first outing fell flat.There was a lot of talk of how his side would set up defensively, but Terry’s side were beaten by SDS FC.Lead by Sharky, SDS FC beat the 26ers 5-2, seeing them second bottom after night 1.Credit: Ben Whitley/PA WireCopy linkCopiedBaller League table after night 1YanitedDepotrioSDS FCSantan FCMVPs UnitedM7 FCFC Rules the WorldWembley RangersTrebol FCVZN FC26ersN5 FCCopy linkCopiedBaller League results night 1Yanited 7-2 N5 FCFC Rules the World 4-5 MVPs UnitedSDS FC 5-2 26ersTrebol 4-6 Santan FCM7 FC 3-2 Wembley RangersDepotrio 6-3 VZN FCCopy linkCopiedYanited take early leadAngry Ginge’s side beat N5 FC in the opening match of Baller League UK. Their 7-2 saw them go top, but nobody was able to overtake them in the following five fixtures, so they lead early doors.Copy linkCopiedDon’t need DefoeAngry Ginge’s Yanited cruised to a 7-2 victory on opening night, and are now top of Baller League after week one.However, throughout the night, Ginge revealed he was given the chance to wildcard Jermaine Defoe – but DECLINED.Instead, he insisted he would use the players he had drafted throughout the first night.It turned out to be a good decision – but they could have scored even more with Defoe up top!Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied Full time – Deportrio 6-3 VZN FCSordell and Francis Mpolo both score screamers to gain a three goal cushion and ending the game. That’s a wrap of tonights Baller League games! What a start to an amazing event. Tune back in next Monday at the same time for all the updates for round 2!Copy linkCopied Deportrio 4-3 VZN FCAnd the final gamechanger of tonight is here!We have 1 on 1!A single player shoots behind the half way line one at a time.No hands allowed to stop the shotIf the ball rebounds back over the half way line, it can be played again towards the goal.Copy linkCopied Deportrio 4-3 VZN FCTo far out for Adam Dawson to think about it right?? Nope not at all as he fires it past VZN FC keeper to give his side the lead again.Copy linkCopied Deportrio 3-3 VZN FCMontel McKenzie with his second thanks to a huge deflection to bring them right back into this at 3-3!Two quickfire goals from VZN FC.Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 3-2 VZN FCVZN get a goal back thanks to Florian Kastrati.Deportrio took this to VAR for a potential foul in the build up but the goal stood. Copy linkCopied Deportrio 3-1 VZN FCMarvin Sordell gets his second of the game after scoring a cooly dispatched penalty thanks to their third corner.Copy linkCopied Deportrio 2-1 VZN FCThe second half of the final game begins! 15 minutes remain.Copy linkCopiedHalf time – Deportrio 2-1 VZN FCThat’s the end of the first half of the last game. The gamechanger brought no goals even though it was 1v1 for the entirety of the three minutes!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-1 VZN FCPenalty for Deportrio as the VZN engages with play outside his area but it is completely squandered after an absurd attempt.Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-1 VZN FC The Gamechanger is plus one!The rules are:Game starts with 1v1 plus keeperAfter every goal, a player is added to each sideKeepers aren’t allowed to leave penalty area – if they do it will result in a penalty for the other side. Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-1 VZN FCMontel Mckenzie – love island star – get Tbjzl’s side back in it just before the gamechanger!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 2-0 VZN FCFrancis Mpolo slots it into the bottom corner for a second for Deportrio!Shearer and Lineker will proud of these finishes!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 1-0 VZN FCWOW! And we are, what a start – only 19 seconds in and Deportrio take the lead. Marvin Sordell – ex Team GB Olympic striker scores the goal for the lead.Copy linkCopiedDeportrio 0-0 VZN FCThe final game is underway, hopefully we are in for another cracker!Copy linkCopiedDeportrio vs VZN FCThe final game of round 1 will be Alan Shearer’s, Micah Richards and Gary Lineker’s Deportrio against Tobi Browns VZN FC. What a show it’s been tonight with all players putting in a great shift tonight and really impressing!Copy linkCopiedFull time – M7 FC 3-2 Wembley Rangers AFCAnd that’s game over – thank god for that!Miniminter and his side are thrilled with that one as shown in their post game celebrations.Only one goal in that second half but it was enough for M7 to get the win.Copy linkCopiedM7 FC 3-2 Wembley Rangers AFCThree corners for M7 FC means penalty time!After missing the last one M7 FC score this one thanks to Stefan Ilic. Copy linkCopiedM7 FC 2-2 Wembley Rangers AFCFeels like this gamechanger took an age to come!This is Fast forward:After crossing the centre line, players may not play or dribble into their own half.If they do – a freekick is given from where the ball is last touched.Copy linkCopiedM7 FC 2-2 Wembley Rangers AFCThis hasn’t been a great watch this half as no goals have been scored yet. The gamechanger is very much in need for this one again!Copy linkCopied More