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      Man Utd vs Tottenham – Europa League final LIVE SCORE: Build up as rivals bid for European glory in Bilbao – updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Tottenham have one last chance to end their torrid campaigns with glory as they face off in TONIGHT’S mouthwatering Europa League final!Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim is on course to record United’s lowest-ever Premier League finish during his debut season at the helm – currently 16th following a recent 1-0 loss to Chelsea.But, despite that, Amorim incredibly has the chance to secure United their first bit of European silverware since 2017.However, under-fire Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou promised that he always ‘delivers a trophy in his second season’ and will be desperate to end Spurs’ 17-year trophy drought.With Champions League qualification for next season also up for grabs, this has all the ingredients to be a classic affair.Kick-off time: 8pm BSTTV channel: TNT Sports 1Live stream: Discovery+Man Utd starting team: To followTottenham starting team: To followGET EITHER SIDE TO WIN THE EUROPA LEAGUE AT 40/1 WITH PARIMATCHFollow ALL the action from the Europa League final with our live blog below…Road to BilbaoMan Utd have probably had the trickier of routes to the final, beating Real Sociedad and Lyon before knocking out final hosts Athletic Bilbao in the semis.Spurs recorded narrow victories over AZ Alkmaar and Frankfurt in the last 16 and quarter-finals, respectively.But Ange Postecoglou’s men booked their spot in the final in style with a 5-1 aggregate win over Bodo/Glimt in the semis.Copy linkCopiedTriple boost for AmorimManchester United were handed a triple boost with the returns of Diogo Dalot, Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirzee.The trio were included in the Red Devils’ matchday squad for tonight’s Europa League final yesterday.On the availability of the stars, Ruben Amorim said: “They recovered quite well, they pushed, of course we have to respect the feeling of the player, we pushed a little bit because they wanted to be part of the team.”It’s a very good sign. They are limited in the minutes (they can play) but they can help us to win the game.”Credit: GETTYCopy linkCopiedNo invite for Ten HagFormer Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly not been invited to tonight’s Europa League final.The Dutchman led the Red Devils to the Europa League after winning the 2023/24 FA Cup.Ten Hag was also in charge of three matches during United’s league phase campaign, before he was sacked and replaced by Ruben Amorim last November.It remains to be seen if Ten Hag, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Marcus Rashford will receive a medal for their involvement in the early part of the Europa League.Unlike Ten Hag, Louis van Gaal was invited to the 2017 Europa League final, despite his sacking on the back of winning the FA Cup in 2016.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedDevil in detailThe position of Bruno Fernandes against a depleted Tottenham midfield is the key to Manchester United winning the Europa League.Amorim has a conundrum – whether to play his skipper in one of the No10 positions or deeper in his midfield two.United must trust Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte in the final so Fernandes can be used in a free role further up the pitch.When he has played as one of the No10s, he is expected to run in-behind and stretch defences.But this does not suit his game and, against Micky van de Ven, is a waste of time.Amorim must ditch that and let his most complete player have freedom, drifting out the structure to give Spurs a headache.Copy linkCopiedLocals getting amongst itCredit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedThe big sixSIX Premier League teams will be able to qualify for next season’s Champions League!UEFA awards the two leagues with the best set of collective results in European competitions with an extra Champions League spot.And Arsenal’s 3-0 quarter-final win over 15-time champions Real Madrid in April confirmed that the Premier League would get one of these spots.Meaning that finishing fifth in the Prem would earn you a place in next year’s Champions League.But five qualification spots became six a couple of weeks back as Manchester United and Tottenham set up their Europa League final showdown in Bilbao.This ensures that an English team will win the Europa League and therefore claim a place in Europe’s premier competition next season.Copy linkCopiedUnited forced to make change to kitTottenham have been drawn as the home team for the Europa League final, which means they will wear their all-Lilywhite shirt with navy blue sleeves, paired with white shorts and white socks.In domestic competitions, Spurs usually wear navy shorts, but due to a European tradition dating back to 1961, the North London outfit have opted for white shorts this evening.Man Utd will don their red home shirts, but are forced to change their more customary white shorts.The Red Devils will pair their iconic strip with black shorts and black socks – the same combination they wore in the last-16 away leg at Real Sociedad.Spurs’ goalkeeper will wear a yellow strip while Man Utd’s shot stopper will be in all green.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedA familiar face on stageFormer Tottenham midfielder Sandro is on stage in the Spurs fan zone in Bilbao.The Brazilian is belting out “glory, glory Tottenham Hotspur” to the delight of the faithful.Can the North Londoners live up to the chant and claim glory this evening?Credit: PACopy linkCopiedAtmosphere buildingCredit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedSuited and bootedManchester United players prepared for the Europa League final by getting fitted with £1,000 Paul Smith suits.United have a long tradition of wearing smart outfits before a final, dating back to the glory days under Sir Alex Ferguson.Last year they were suited and booted before winning the FA Cup against Manchester City.And the Red Devils have now had new ones forged by bespoke tailoring outfit Paul Smith.Their partnership dates back to 2008 and, according to the Paul Smith website, “is still going strong.”Copy linkCopiedHighlights from the legends matchHere are some shots of the thrilling match which saw Basque beat the UEFA legends on penalties ahead of tonight’s final.Can you spot some of your favourite players?Copy linkCopiedGunning for itAn Arsenal fan received a torrent of abuse after walking through Tottenham fans in Bilbao wearing a Gunners shirt.Spurs supporters have taken over the Spanish city in preparation for the Europa League final.Thousands are in Bilbao, many without tickets, and there is a party atmosphere with songs being sung and flares being set off.One brave Arsenal fan decided to have some fun with a contingent of Tottenham fans, brazenly strolling through a crowd with an Gunners shirt on.The Spurs fans reacted by abusing the supporter, singing: “W*****! W*****!W*****!”This surely must have been a dare?!Copy linkCopiedWhen the Spurs go marching inEven more chaos from Tottenham fans in Bilabo.This is shaping up to be some clash!Copy linkCopiedIs this the Zway?Felix Zwayer will be the man in the middle for TONIGHT’S huge Europa League final encounter between rivals Manchester United and Tottenham.Here is everything you need to know about the referee who received a six-month ban for his involvement in a match-fixing scandal.He made his Bundesliga debut in 2012 and soon become a regular fixture in their matches.In 2005, his career took a hit when he found himself involved in a match-fixing scandal. It was revealed that he accepted a €300 bribe from referee Robert Hoyzer, who was involved in a larger match-fixing scandal at the time in Germany.Felix was banned from refereeing for six months by the German Football Association (DFB) as a result of his involvement.Copy linkCopiedUnited’s alternative parade plansIf United do get the opportunity to rejoice in Europa League glory, the chiefs of the club are reportedly planning to celebrate with a barbecue instead.However, the BBQ could be even less glamorous than it sounds – as major building work is taking place at Carrington.It’s understood the event – for players, staff and their families – would be the day after the final.This will come as a real shame to United fans who haven’t seen an open-top bus parade since the special occasion which heralded the Red Devils’ 20th Prem title and the retirement of manager Sir Alex Ferguson after his golden reign of 27 years.Copy linkCopiedFeast your eyes on thisManchester United fans are flocking to the food court and the names of the burgers are incredible!Copy linkCopiedBus terminates hereManchester United fans have been left devastated after finding out that there will be NO open-top bus parade should their club win the Europa League final – but there’s an alternative plan.After tonight’s final, the Red Devils finish their Prem campaign at home to Aston Villa on Sunday week.Then comes a gruelling 15-hour flight to Asia for money-spinning tour games in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong on May 28 and 30.So United will have to wait longer for another open-top bus parade – having not held one since 2013.Credit: AP:Associated PressCopy linkCopiedFlares and footballUnited fans continue to flock the streets and make their voices heard ahead of tonight’s Europa League final thriller.You can barely tell what colour the sky is.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd’s incredible omensThe Red Devils beat Ajax 2-0 in Stockholm eight years ago, courtesy of goals by Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.On that occasion they were managed by a Portuguese in Jose Mourinho, who had replaced a sacked FA Cup-winning Dutchman in Louis van Gaal.Amorim is a Portuguese boss and replaced sacked Dutchman Ten Hag, who lifted the FA Cup last season…Speaking of Mourinho, the former United boss won his first European trophy on May 21, 2003 – at the age of 40 years, three months and 24 days.Tonight’s final will also take place on May 21, with Amorim just one day younger than Mourinho was.In addition to this, United’s rivals Manchester City last went trophyless in 2017.By losing to Palace on Saturday, Pep Guardiola’s side were condemned to their first season without silverware since the 2016-17 campaign.Copy linkCopiedTottenham’s amazing omensIn March, Newcastle upset the odds to beat Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final – earning their first silverware since lifting the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1969.And just last week, Italian side Bologna won the Coppa Italia – beating AC Milan 1-0 in Rome to end a 51-year wait for a trophy.Former Tottenham hero Harry Kane recently won the Bundesliga at the second time of asking, scoring 26 goals along the way to earning the first trophy of his career.Most recently, Crystal Palace upset Manchester City in the FA Cup final to lift the first major silverware in their entire history.It’s been the season of fresh trophy winners – and Spurs will be hoping to join the party by earning their third Europa League triumph, having won its former iteration, the Uefa Cup, in 1971 and 1984.Copy linkCopiedViews from SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge in BilbaoAnd the boys from the Basque country have done the double… snatching the shoot-out 6-5.Even the keepers had a shot.. and, bless him, ex- United keeper Tomasz Kuszczak showed why he’s probably best between the sticks.It was great fun though, and despite Jesus Navas losing, he’ll be happy after scooping the man of the match award. He was pretty tasty to be fair and would have got my vote…We managed to speak to the two ex-Man Utd stars on show and they gave us their predictions for tonightNani said ‘United have to win’ and when pushed on whether they will, he said ‘YES’.Tomasz Kuszczak was a bit more specific with his forecast. The 2008 Champions League winner boldly tipped his old side to win 3-1. Not long now until we find out…Copy linkCopiedViews from SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge in BilbaoIt’s finished 15-12 to the Basque legends, and I think most would agree that’s a fair scoreline.But we’re having penalties anyway…. and why the hell not? A lot of people see tonight going to a shootout so let’s whet our appetites for some spot-kick drama.Copy linkCopiedViews from SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge in BilbaoGoal, shot, goal, shot, save, goal, shot… I cannot keep up with this….The commentary may well be in Basque too…if it was in Spanish I might stand a chance… probably not though.Copy linkCopiedFinal callRoy Keane has landed a new job for the Europa League final.The former Manchester United captain has appeared as a pundit regularly this season for Sky Sports and ITV.Keane shared his prediction for the final ahead of kick-off, suggesting his former club will “edge it” thanks to their history and the quality of Bruno Fernandes.He said: “You still have to fancy United, someone like Bruno can produce, the history of Manchester United still carries a little bit of weight.”There’s not much between them [in the league] but come the crunch, come the final, United’s history in finals, them winning cups the last few years, you’d like to think they would have a bit more knowledge around the game than Spurs.”That might edge it for them, and I think Bruno can produce that bit of magic.”Copy linkCopiedViews from SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge from BilbaoIt’s all level at half time with both sets of players looking like they’re happy to have a breatherThe weather is not even that hot but the pace has been pretty frenetic. Saying that, Nani was still playing last year so I reckon he could keep going for a while.Copy linkCopied More

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      Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE SCORE: Action on NOW as Isak OUT in huge blow to Toon while Havertz returns to Gunners squad

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      THE race for a Champions League spot is edging towards boiling point and second-place Arsenal host third-place Newcastle at the Emirates THIS AFTERNOON!And the headline team news from North London is that Alexander Isak misses out with a minor groin injury.Kai Havertz returns to the Gunners squad but is only fit enough for the bench.Kick-off time: 4:30pm BSTLive stream: NOW TVTV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Premier LeagueArsenal starting XI: To followNewcastle starting XI: To followBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the Emirates with our live blog below…Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle35. The Gunners are growing into the game more.Passing it around and looking to find pockets of space.The Magpies are holding firm and making themselves difficult to break down.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle33. Saka stands over another corner for Arsenal.They play it short and Partey tries to lift it into the back post.It has too much on it and Lewis-Skelly cannot keep it in play.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle31. Martinelli looks to use his pace to get in behind the visitors.He gets an important touch to take the ball past Schar.Pope is quick out of his area to react and kick it into touch.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle29. Eddie Howe’s side are dominating this game.They really seem to be The Gunners’ kryptonite this season.However, if they do not find the net before the interval, it will all be for nothing.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle27. Another quick Newcastle break catches out Arsenal.As the ball is played into the middle, no one is attacking the area.Barnes knows that was where he should have been.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle25. White dribbles the ball into the box tries to work an angle to get a shot away.The Magpies close him down well and get some good sliding challenges in.As a result, they are able to clear their lines and protect Pope’s goal.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle23. As another corner comes into the box, Burn has another free header in the middle.He sends his effort sailing over the bar but the referee awards a free kick to the hosts.Guimaraes pushed Trossard over at the near post, silly foul, the Belgian was never going to win the ball.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle21. This has been a great start to the game.Arsenal are used to having things their own way at home and dominating possession.Newcastle are really taking the game to them and asking some serious questions of their back four and keeper.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle19. How Newcastle are not ahead in this game is just baffling.Burn gets up to head a cross goalwards but Raya makes a great reaction save.Barnes gets the loose ball and pokes it towards goal but the Spaniard clears with his feet.Wild stuff.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle17. Barnes tries his luck from outside the box.The low drive deflects off Partey and is heading into the far corner but Raya gets down well to tip it around the post.He may not be able to kick a ball well but he certainly can make some saves.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield at The EmiratesThere is a nervous energy ringing around the Emirates here, as Newcastle have shown some early signs of posing a real threat to the Gunners. In the opening few minutes, David Raya was forced into a double save by Bruno Guimaraes, and the home side’s passes just don’t seem to be coming off with the fluidity that they were earlier this season. Arsenal need to settle and start doing the simple things well. Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle15. The Gunners are sporting next season’s kit today.They win a corner after a glancing header from Partey is turned behind by Pope.It is played short and worked to Odegaard on the edge of the box, his first-time shot heads into orbit.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle13. Gordon is down on the far side of the pitch.It seems to be something he has added to his game this season, going down at the slightest touch from an opponent.He has spent more time on the grass than Snoop Dogg this campaign.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle11. The Magpies have started this game well.Livramento has a sight of goal but his shot is straight at Raya.They are playing through the hosts with their crisp passing.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle9. Newcastle know they cannot afford to miss chances like that.They be few and far between in North London and need to show more of a clinical edge.Early warning for The Gunners that Howe’s side have come here to take three points home with them.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle7. Massive chance for the visitors to take the lead.Raya makes up for his initial error as he saves Wilson’s shot and then gets back to his feet to claw Guimaraes’ follow up away.He made up for his blunder there, a dreadful kick straight to a Newcastle player.To think Arteta signed him for his ability wiith the ball at his feet.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle5. It is a full-house for the last Premier League game of the season in North London for Arsenal.They will be hoping to see an emphatic victory for their team.White goes to ground in the area but the tackle from Burn was fair.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle3. A win for The Magpies today see them leapfrog Arsenal in the table.That in itself should be enough motivation for Mikel Arteta’s side.It would be seen a terrible end to the season to drop to third in the table coupled with another trophyless campaign.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Newcastle1. The Forest win this afternoon will concern Newcastle.They can still catch The Magpies in the race for the top five.The Gunners meanwhile are just looking to secure second spot.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Arsenal vs NewcastleWe are underway at The Emirates.The Magpies really need to get something from North London.Newcastle get the game started.Copy linkCopiedA nervy end in London…West Ham were beaten by Nottingham Forest, but it was a close one at the London Stadium.Forest keep themselves in the hunt, and now both these sides will need the points even more.Copy linkCopiedToon eyeing historyNewcastle have got the better of Arsenal on all three times the two sides have met this season.The North East outfit won the return fixture at St James’ Park 1-0 and won both legs of the Carabao Cup semi-final.Should the Magpies win at the Emirates this afternoon, the Toon will become the first side ever to beat the Gunners four times in a single season.And they would leapfrog them in the Prem table.Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedToday’s officialsReferee: Simon HooperAssistants: Adrian Holmes, Simon LongFourth official: Andy MadleyVAR: Michael SalisburyAssistant VAR: Marc PerryCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSaliba joins 100 clubWilliam Saliba has been one of the standout defenders in world football in recent years.His partnership with Gabriel has been dubbed by many as the greatest defensive pairing.The Frenchman today makes his 100th appearance for Arsenal as he starts beside Jakub Kiwior.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedView of SunSport’s Tom Barclay from the EmiratesThere is no Alexander Isak today for Newcastle due to a minor groin injury.Instead, Callum Wilson leads the line as Eddie Howe continues with his 3-4-2-1 formation that saw the Magpies beat Chelsea 2-0 last week.Meanwhile, Kai Havertz returns to the Arsenal matchday squad for the first time since playing the Toon in the Carabao Cup semi-final on February 5.The Germany star has been out in the intervening three months after damaging his hamstring during a mid-season warm-weather trip to Dubai.Copy linkCopied More

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      F1 Emilia Romagna GP LIVE RESULT: Max Verstappen WINS in Italy with McLaren finishing second and third

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      MAX Verstappen picked up his second win of the 2025 season in Italy.The Dutch driver took the lead of the race from Oscar Piastri on the first corner, and came home to win from there.Piastri ended the day in third, with teammate Lando Norris coming home in second place, overtaking Piastri towards the end of the race.Lewis Hamilton came home in fourth place in his first home race with Ferrari.Start time: 2pm BSTTV channel: Sky Sports F1CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…’Two McLarens on the podium, we’re OK with that’ – StellaAs for Horner’s opposite number, Andrea Sella considers it a productive race in the interim as Monaco approaches. “It was an eventful race, plenty of twists and turns but it didn’t change the leader. Fair play to Max, he was very fast – we tried different strategies but nothing really paid off. Two McLarens on the podium, we’re OK with that.”Did he consider putting Norris ahead of Piastri after the safety car? “We wanted to give Oscar his chance in the race … and we thought that if Lando had the pace to catch Max, he would get past Oscar pretty easily anyway.”Copy linkCopied’Decisive Max determines win’ – HornerRed Bull team principal, Christian Horner speaking to Sky Sports: “We definitely improved the car yesterday, his start was either win it or bin it – Oscar was fair, but the commitment [Max] has … incredibly decisive, and he is so good in those situations.”Copy linkCopiedFinal results Here’s how the final race classification played out: Copy linkCopiedPodium three The undeniable three best in the business, with the current world champion reigning back on top.Copy linkCopiedDrivers’ standingsHere’s how the World Championship standings look: Oscar Piastri (McLaren) 146ptsLando Norris (McLaren) 133ptsMax Verstappen (Red Bull) 124ptsGeorge Russell (Mercedes) 99ptsCharles Leclerc (Ferrari) 61ptsLewis Hamilton (Ferrari) 53ptsKimi Antonelli (Mercedes) 48ptsAlexander Albon (Williams) 40ptsCopy linkCopiedRace winner Verstappen speaks “The start itself wasn’t that great but I was still on the right line, the outside line – once we got ahead, we could unleash our pace,” the No.1 Red Bull driver said post-race. “Massive improvement from Friday, which I’m happy about. Virtual safety car helped, but the later safety car brought everyone back together. Really important week for us, the car ran well, we executed everything really well.”Copy linkCopiedPiastri speaks after raceThe Championship leader started the race on the top, but was displaced on the first lap, second corner and on weary tyres managed to battle himself back into a podium position. Copy linkCopiedThe top tenMax Verstappen, Red BullLando Norris, McLarenOscar Piastri, McLarenLewis Hamilton, Ferrari Alex Albon, Williams Charles Leclerc, FerrariGeroge Russell, MercedesCarlos Sainz, Williams Isack Hadjar, Racing BullsYuki Tsunoda, Red BullCopy linkCopiedVerstappen WINS Imola The Red Bull driver soared into a leading psotion on the second corner and cruised albeit with safety car luck into his fourth win at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and maintains his position in the Championship race. Its a 2-3 for the Mclaren; Norris second, Piastri third, who were unable to catch their Dutch title contender.Home favourite Antonelli faded out of action with retirement. So did Ocon early on. The main story-line of the race will involve Charles Leclerc and Alex Albon, who battled for P5 in the final laps before the former had to hand the Williams driver via race chiefs.Copy linkCopiedLap 63/63 – Albon PASSES LeclercAlbon once again dives in on Leclerc but is unable to yield the fan favourite. The Williams driver is displaying exceptional grit here and earns the position via race directive after their initial fight. Copy linkCopiedLap 61/63 – Verstappen leads, Mclaren 2-3, Ferrari 4-5 Albon aims to gain advantage on Leclrec, goes steering off into the dirt amongst the clash before recovering in stylish fashion to regain his position on track. Daring, unsuccessful but commendable from the Williams driver. Leclrec is unable to fight off his Ferrari teammate as Hamilton moves into fourth in a fight for the final podium position. Copy linkCopiedLap 59/63 – Norris OVERTAKES Piastri The teammate battle everyone was eager to see unfold came to fruition in well-mannered conditions as Norris jumps his fellow Mclaren with the DRS combination. The Brit moves into second.Copy linkCopiedLap 57/63 – Verstappen leads, Mclaren 2-3The battle as we enter into the final laps seems to be firmly placed within the Mclarens: Piastri holds second but with worsen tires. Hamilton makes the awkward move on Russell. Watch out for Gasly in P13. Copy linkCopiedLap 55/63 – Verstappen leads, Mclaren 2-3Verstappen gets a suitable exit on the green flag through the Tamburello chicane as he keeps the two chasing Mclarens at bay. Leclerc jumps into fourth. Copy linkCopiedLap 54/63 – Safety Car endedOn Antonelli’s retirement, it seems its an accelerator issue. Regardless, we’re back racing as most of the pack take up a hard tyre approach but not Piastri whose are 22 laps old. This track has been criticised for its lack of entertainment. That may all change in its’final outing. Sit back, and relax as the field closes up.Top ten: Verstappen, Piastri, Norris, Leclerc, Albon, Russell, Hamilton, Sainz, Hadjar and Hulkenberg. Copy linkCopiedLap 51/63 – Safety Car coming to closeConfusion, drama and excitement embroiled in this edition of the Safety Car as it contradicts what we saw with the first yellow flag despite the similarity of the situation. Antonelli’s car is whisked away by the marshals in the long wait. Copy linkCopiedLap 48/63 – Antonelli OUT, Verstappen and Norris pitsLeclerc is ordered to stay out as Ferrari don’t have the required tyres to compete for a good finish. Whilst most of the field take advantage of the slow conditions to change. Antonelli exits his car and waves despondently to his people. Copy linkCopiedLap 46/63 – YELLOW FLAG and SAFETY CARIssue for Antonelli in the Mercedes as the actual Safety Car comes out.He pulls off to the grass and it seems his home race is over. Copy linkCopiedLap 45/63 – Verstappen first, Norris second, Piastri thirdWe’ve got Mclarens bunched up at the top, followed by Ferraris in fith and sixth, Mercedes in the upper midfield and Alpine at the bottom. Expect tense racing and even tenser team radios in the last stretch. Alonso, who his 12 years removed from a race win, blasts his frustration on the radio: “the unluckiest driver in the world” as he seeks his first top-ten finish of the season. Also, Bearman has NOT retired but his struggling at the back of the pack. Copy linkCopiedLap 41/63 – Verstappen first, Piastri re-enters top three Piastri makes his move back into top three to join his fellow title contenders at the expense of Albon. If there’s one critic of the Hadjar game, it is the defensive game must sharped up as Lecrlec kills him on the straight line speed with no resistance. Copy linkCopiedLap 39/63 – Verstappen first, Ferrari chargeFellow Ferrari Leclerc also makes his charge up the field as he displaces Antonelli and starts to give the Tifosi something to believe in on this emotional Imola day. Hülkenberg in the Sauber’s 600th ever race was quietly going about his race, not there, as his powers through Alonso into 10th.Copy linkCopiedLap 37/63 – Verstappen first, Hamilton makes top five moveHamilton completes the rookie sweep, first on Antonelli, now on Hadjar as the Ferrari driver moves into the top five with the fastest lap tag. Race engineer to Hamilton: “P5 on the road, awesome.”18 seconds and counting between Verstappen and Norris. Copy linkCopiedLap 35/63 – Verstappen first, Hamilton makes his moveSainz is tagged by Tsunoda in their midfield battle which has been noted by race control. Hamilton shows adept race craft to finally pip his Mercedes successor Antonelli – both have moved on to the mediums. The current top five is as follows: Verstappen, Norris, Albon, Piastri, Hadjar.Copy linkCopiedLap 33/63 – Verstappen first, Haas cars OUTStroll was one of the few cars who avoided the pitlane holds off Leclerc for now. A reply of Ocon’s issue shows a car problem as Russell’s unsafe release will be deliberated. The other Haas in Bearman is retiring after a weekend to forget. Both cars of the American team are outCopy linkCopiedLap 31/63 – Verstappen and Norris pit after VSC Verstappen race continues to go in favourable conditions as the neutralised track allows him to pit and maintain his leading position. A host of pits are done with both Ferrari’s entering the pit with Leclerc, who was on the charge, venting frustration on the VSC. We’re back racing. Copy linkCopied More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Forest BEAT West Ham, Fulham and Leicester also win, Everton end Goodison era on high

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      PREMIER LEAGUE action returns with another Sunday funday – and the race for Europe is reaching boiling point!Nottingham Forest will be hoping to end a woeful winless run against a West Ham side that recently beat Europa League finalists Manchester United.While Arsenal welcome Newcastle to the Emirates who currently sit just two points behind them in third.There’s also a London derby taking place today between Brentford and Fulham, plus relegated sides Leicester and Ipswich face off at the King Power.The afternoon kicked off with Everton ending the Goodison Park era in style after Iliman Ndiaye’s double secured a 2-0 win for the Toffees.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action with our live blog below…Brentford 2-3 FulhamA big win for Fulham.They move to within a point of Brentford, but now still remain two places below them in 10th place. Europe will now be off the table for the pair of them, with Crystal Palace winning the FA Cup, but Fulham will be desperate to finish above Brentford. Copy linkCopiedMatch result – Brentford 2-3 FulhamCopy linkCopiedBrentford 2-3 Fulham95. Brentford are really pushing for a leveller.The visitors have barely left their half in the last 10 minutes, and the hosts don’t want to end their season at the Gtech Community Stadium empty handed. However, Fulham are putting up a fight, and Brentford have barely had a proper chance of any substance as of yet. Copy linkCopiedLeicester 2-0 IpswichJob done for Jamie Vardy at Leicester. An FA Cup, a Premier League, 200 goals and countless memories will remain for the Foxes faithful for years and decades to come.For Leicester, the win all but guarantees they will finish in 18th, above Ipswich – a nice bit of bragging rights before both sides aim to come back up from the Championship next season. Copy linkCopiedMatch result – Leicester 2-0 IpswichCopy linkCopiedLeicester 2-0 Ipswich90. Ipswich think they have scored, but the flag goes up.Leif Davis snuck in at the back post, and a tidy finish ended up in the back of the net.But, he snuck in illegally, a VAR check then confirmed the on field decision. Copy linkCopiedLatest scoresBrentford 2-3 Fulham – 83.Leicester 2-0 Ipswich – 87.Into the final 10 in London and Leicester, with the Foxes looking good for three points, and Fulham aiming to upset their rivals Brentford. Copy linkCopiedVardy goes off80. A standing ovation for the Leicester captain Jamie Vardy.He got his perfect ending today, scoring his 200th Leicester goal on his 500th appearance. Copy linkCopiedBrentford 2-3 Fulham70. A sensational turnaround at the Gtech Community Stadium.Fulham were trailing five minutes ago, now they lead their London rivals.Tom Cairney headed home the first, and Harry Wilson scored a curling effort from range to put Fulham AHEAD in London. Copy linkCopiedGoal – Harry Wilson (Fulham)Copy linkCopiedGoal – Tom Cairney (Fulham)Copy linkCopiedFT: West Ham 1-2 Nott’m ForestAfter a crazy 18 minutes of added time, Forest hold on for the win.Their top five hopes live on for the final day.Massive win for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 2-0 Ipswich69. The Foxes have doubled their lead at the King Power.McAteer strikes from a tight angle as the stadium erupts.This is just how Leicester wanted to sign off in the Premier League in front of their own fans.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Kansey McAteer (Leicester)Copy linkCopiedLeicester 1-0 Ipswich68. The visitors have had 16 shots in this game so far.However, only two of them have been on target.The Foxes would happily take this scoreline right now.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 1-2 Nott’m Forest90+8. With eleven minutes of added time, West Ham need to try and create one more big chance.Forest are not sitting back and seem keen to get another goal to kill the game off.Paqueta is linking up with Bowen well but they just cannot find that killer-pass.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedBrentford 2-1 Fulham51. This could be a cracking second-half with both sides going for it.The second-half was delayed due to a drone over the stadium.Fulham are throwing players forward, knowing they need at least two goals to keep their feint hopes of European football alive.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 1-2 Nott’m Forest86. Jarrod Bowen, take a bow.As Forest try to head clear he shows some sublime control before volleying into the top corner.Different level.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Jarrod Bowen (West Ham)Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0-2 Nott’m Forest84. Forest are looking in total control at the moment.If West Ham can get a goal it will make this a nervy end to the game.There is going to be a mammoth amount of extra-time thanks to VAR.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Rob Maul in the capitalOkay, so Nikola Milenkovic scored a second goal for Nottingham Forest. Off he went to celebrate. Forest fans were ecstatic. And yet it was subjected to a VAR check for offside. It appears the semi-automated offside technology was not working properly at the London Stadium and after SIX MINUTES, the referee had the signal to award the goal. Morgan Gibbs-White’s foot looked to have been offside but given he did not touch the ball, the East Midlanders survived.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graeme Bryce at the King PowerFoxes fans are guaranteed to go home happy now – regardless of the final outcome here.They have already got what they came for after Jamie Vardy brought the house down with his 200th goal in his 500th appearance.Vardy celebrated by taking out the corner flag and raising it aloft high above his head – like a conquering warrior.It’s the only sign the 38-year-old has shown of flagging!Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0-2 Nott’m Forest73. West Ham have huffed and puffed here in an attacking sense today but are unable to blow this Forest defence down.It is all about game management for the visitors now.Nothing but three points keep them in the race for a top five spot.Copy linkCopiedHT: Brentford 2-1 FulhamIt has been an entertaining first-half in West London.Three goals and a missed penalty so far.Both sides have created plenty of chances in this open game.Copy linkCopiedHT: Leicester 1-0 IpswichVardy’s goal is the difference between the two sides at the break.There have been few shots on goal but The Foxes have taken their one chance.How fitting it would be if the veteran striker’s goal were to win this game.Copy linkCopied More

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      Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 LIVE RESULT: Fisher given oxygen after brutal first loss of career – updates

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      JOHNNY FISHER has been STOPPED by Dave Allen after a savage TKO defeat.The thrilling rematch was warming up nicely at the Copper Box with Fisher winning all of the first four rounds, before Allen dropped Fisher twice to pick up the huge win in front of Fisher’s home fans.On the undercard, George Liddard and Kieron Conway both picked up big wins with the pair on a collision course.Main card start time: 7pm BSTMain event ring walk time: approx 10pm BSTLive stream/TV: DAZNBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the Copperbox Arena with our live blog below…Fisher latestThere has been no further update on Johnny Fisher’s condition or if he need any more medical checks than the one he received in the ring.He was pictured in the dressing room after the fight with both his dad, Big John, and then chatting to Dave Allen.Fisher wasn’t cleared for any post-fight media duties but it certainly appears that there have been no ill-effects from the huge KO.Copy linkCopied’Learn and improve’Boxing coach and analyst Dave Coldwell believes Johnny Fisher can come back from here despite the brutal nature of that KO.He wrote on social media: “Johnny Fisher is still a young prospect at 26. It’s a bad, brutal loss and something that he needs to learn and improve from.”But we’ve seen fighters come back from losses like that before. “So let’s get behind the comeback rather than rip the kid to shreds.”Boxing is a cold & lonely enough sport when you lose. “He doesn’t need a pile on.”Coldwell had earlier posted: “Absolutely sensational from Dave Allen! So composed, and a brutal finish.”After a long hard career, I think he’s just got himself an invite to the heavyweight party.”He also wrote that he did not want to see a trilogy.Copy linkCopied’Deserves his moment’Charlie Edwards was one of thousands of fight fans congratulating Dave Allen on a truly incredible win.The former flyweight world champ said: “So happy for Dave Allen he deserves his moment! “Hard luck to Johnny Fisher he is a true gentleman of the game!”Copy linkCopiedFirst ever titleDespite his long and rollercoaster career in the sport, tonight was the first time that Dave Allen has ever got his hands on a belt in the professional ranks.It was the WBA intercontinental belt.Allen also said he wants to try and win the British title.We also reckon he could get a stadium fight – we hope those at Doncaster Rovers were watching that tonight.Copy linkCopiedBrutalHere’s how the stunning finish came out. Absolute brutal perfection from Dave Allen.Copy linkCopiedWally Downes Jr’s fight reportHere’s how SunSport’s boxing correspondent Wally Downes Jr saw the fight.DAVE ALLEN scored a knockout of the year contender to brutally finish his Johnny Fisher rivalry.The 33-year-old Doncaster man was on the wrong end of a controversial decision against the Romford ticket seller, 26 in December in Saudi Arabia.But he snatched his career out of the hands of the judges at Stratford’s Copper Box by smashing Fisher in the fifth round with a brilliant left hook, leaving the brave history graduate needing oxygen.Read the rest here:Copy linkCopiedNothing from FisherWe won’t be hearing from Johnny Fisher tonight because the British Boxing Board of Control will not allow him to speak.It’s not clear if he will be making his way to hospital tonight, but that was a vicious KO and they may decide it’s best if he gets properly checked over.We’ll provide an update if and when we get one.Copy linkCopiedWill they meet again?While Eddie Hearn mentioned a rematch clause, Allen said he’s not interested.The White Rhino said: “I wouldn’t allow [a trilogy fight] to happen, because it’s not in his best interests.”Copy linkCopiedMore from AllenThis was Allen’s in-ring interview in a bit more depth: “I knew the first fight did me a world of good.”I put a bit of weight on, I knew it would pay dividends, took the risk. I’m the fattest, hardest man you’ll ever see.”You know what it means? The belt, everything. “My kids, yeah – I’m gonna have an en suite, they’ll have their own bathroom between them.”At this level, I’m a handful. He overexaggerated the movement, which worked against him.”I’ve got experience, I know the game inside-out. I’m him, but with 30 more fights basically.”He’s my friend. He’s a very good friend of mine.”Copy linkCopied’Cinderella story’Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn said: “If anyone was gonna break your heart, you’d want it to be Dave Allen. It’s a real Cinderella story.”Changed his life again, but this time in a big, big way. He just knew too much in there.”Johnny, the board wouldn’t let him do an interview, he’s a brave man. Maybe he shouldn’t have taken the rematch, but he wanted to put the wrongs right.”Johnny’s got to come back and rebuild.”Hearn mentions a rematch clause, but says it’s one for “down the line.”Copy linkCopied’Means everything’Allen added: “This means everything to me. “I’ve been written off so many times.”I am the fattest, hardest man you’ll ever see.”Copy linkCopiedFISHER BADLY HURTMedics have rushed in the ring as Fisher is needed to be given oxygen – it’s not looking good for him and this is worrying to see. All seems to be okay now as Fisher is on his feet and congratulates the victor.Copy linkCopiedAllen loving itThe White Rhino: “The first fight done me the world of good.”I put a bit of weight on for the body shots. Took the risk and got [the title].”My kids can have an en suite now, that’s the dream.”At this level, I’m a handful.”Copy linkCopiedKO in PicturesCopy linkCopiedFisher up and OK There was some concern for Johnny Fisher immediately after the fight as medics rushed into the ring to help the Romford Bull.Fisher needed oxygen inside the ring as there was silence inside the Copper Box.Thankfully, Fisher was soon up on his feet and able to talk to the victor.Copy linkCopiedALLEN WINS BY KO IN R5!!!!!Just before the first knockdown Allen landed a powerful straight right which left Fisher stumbling.OH WOW JUST LIKE THE FIRST FIGHT FISHER IS DOWN!!It looked to be in identical fashion to how he put his opponent down in the first fight!AND THAT’S IT! IT’S ALL OVER!!The White Rhino gets his revenge and he along with many boxing fans will feel like justice is served after his controversial loss in the first fight.Just before the bell sounds Allen smells blood landing another one of those devastating right hooks after attacking the body viciously and it absolutely destroys Fisher this time as he collapses straight to the canvas causing his team to throw the towel in immediately!Copy linkCopiedWhat a win!Johnny Fisher was probably ahead on the rounds there but that was an absolutely devastating KO from Dave Allen, some THUNDEROUS shots landed in that late salvo from the White Rhino!That final left hook was an absolute peach!Copy linkCopiedALLEN WINS BY KO IN R5!!!!!Just before the first knockdown Allen landed a powerful straight right which left Fisher stumbling.OH WOW JUST LIKE THE FIRST FIGHT FISHER IS DOWN!!It looked to be in identical fashion to how he put his opponent down in the first fight!AND THAT’S IT! IT’S ALL OVER!!The White Rhino gets his revenge and he along with many boxing fans will feel like justice is served after his controversial loss in the first fight.Just before the bell sounds Allen smells bloody landing another one of those devastating right hooks after attacking the body viciously and it absolutely destroys Fisher this time as he collapses straight to the canvas causing his team to throw the towel in immediately!Copy linkCopiedR4 – Fisher vs AllenFisher definitely having the better start of the two in this fight compared to his performance the first time round. Even though it’s been Allen who’s been coming on to him, Fisher has timed some great shots including uppercuts to the body followed by hooks to the head. Fisher lands another uppercut to close this round.Copy linkCopiedR3 – Fisher vs AllenFisher lands a couple of body shots before backing Allen up to the ropes which causes cheers from the crowd. Allen launches a few hooks and overhand rights of his own now. Naughty there from Fisher as when the ref comes to break up the pair, he connects with some dangerous punches. Fisher lands a nicely timed uppercut to end this one. Copy linkCopiedR2 – Fisher vs AllenAllen trying to be more of the aggressor here as he’s trying to back up Fisher. Fisher throws a straight one two but doesn’t connect as he would have hoped. Fisher getting a warning from the ref as it looked like he tried go In with an elbow.Fisher connects this time with a good one two to end the round. Copy linkCopiedR1 – Fisher vs Allen Cagey start from both fighters as they start at a much slower pace than in the first time round. Fisher is looking to work behind the jab bit doesn’t really have much look finding his target with a lot of his shots finding glove or missing.Allen is happy to try and come forward and definitely lands the best punch of the round, with Fisher forced to hold on – that one just stunned him!Not the most action in that round but an intriguing start.Copy linkCopiedMAIN EVENT JUST MOMENTS AWAY – RINGWALKS HAPPENING NOWThe atmosphere is absolutely incredible here at the Copper Box Arena – what an event. Outstanding noise for both fighters when walking out and being announced.Copy linkCopiedMAIN EVENT JUST MOMENTS AWAY – RINGWALKS HAPPENING NOWCopy linkCopiedNext up the MAIN EVENT: JOHNNY FISHER VS DAVE ALLEN 2The moment we’ve all been waiting is coming up next!On the line is the WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title.’The Romford Bull’ Fisher won the original bout, taking him to 13-0-0, in controversial fashion, as a split decision went his way despite being dropped in the fifth round.Two judges scored the fight 95-94 in his favour, while the other scored it 96-93 in favour of ‘The White Rhino,’ Allen.Allen dropped to 23-7-2 with the loss, but still holds a stellar 18 KO victories to his name, winning more fights by KO than Fisher has had professional bouts.Allen will definitely be seeking his revenge five months on from the first bout between the two which was on the Fury vs Usyk rematch undercard.Copy linkCopied More

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      Primeira Liga final day LIVE SCORES: Sporting and Benfica’s epic title race goes right down to the wire – updates

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      IT doesn’t get any more exciting than this as the race for the Primeira Liga title boils down to the day – with both Sporting and Benfica LEVEL on points!Arsenal’s top target Viktor Gyokeres thought he had teed up Francisco Trincao for the winner when Sporting met Benfica last weekend.But Kerem Akturkoglu’s 63rd-minute strike forced the Portuguese giants to share the spoils, meaning that both teams go into the final day of the 2024/25 season on 79 points.Whoever betters the other one’s result will take the crown, but if both teams end the day still level on points, the title would go to Sporting as they have a better head-to-head record.There is also a thrilling battle at the bottom of the table where FOUR teams are fighting for survival.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the Primeira Liga final day with our live blog below… More

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      Crystal Palace vs Man City – FA Cup final LIVE SCORE: Marmoush MISSES penalty after Eze puts Eagles ahead – stream FREE

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      EBERECHI EZE has given Crystal Palace a DREAM start against Man City in the FA Cup final – before Omar Marmoush then MISSED a penalty for Man City! The Eagles have never lifted a major trophy in their 120-year existence as a professional club.However, Pep’s men earned their spot by beating a then-in-form Nottingham Forest in the previous round, and will be desperate to secure silverware despite having a well below-par campaign.The game is starting at 4.30pm after BBC and ITV came to an agreement over the off time – the former wanted a 3pm kick-off to avoid a clash with Eurovision, while the latter wanted a prime 5.30pm slot. Kick-off time: 4.30pm BSTFREE live stream: BBC iPlayer / ITV XTV channel: BBC One / ITV 1Crystal Palace XI: Henderson, Munoz, Richards, Lacroix, Guehi, Mitchell, Wharton, Kamada, Sarr, Eze, Mateta.Man City XI: Ortega, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly, Bernardo, De Bruyne, Savinho, Marmoush, Doku, Haaland.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the FA Cup final with our live blog below…Penalty save by Henderson!It’s Marmoush he steps up, not Haaland.He goes to Henderson’s right and the goal keeper goes the correct way!A follow up shot by Haaland but Henderson gathers.Wow!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City Penalty to Man City!Mitchell fouls Bernado Silva just out of the six-yard box.It was a diving challenge he probably shouldn’t have made.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City30′ Palace are staying firm defensively, not letting much get through.Doku tries a shimmy on the left wing and almost gets a ball through, but it’s gathered by Henderson easily.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at Wembley It is incredible that we are a quarter of the way through the final, Palace lead 1-0 and they have only had 17 per cent possession.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City28. Palace regain possession and go direct to Mateta, he manages to win a throw-in in a dangerous position.Richards puts in the long throw but City manage to clear.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City 26. Should that have been a red?On replay it seems that Henderson may have swiped the ball from Haaland just outside the box.But according to VAR the ball was going away from the goal and was not denying a goal-scoring opportunity.City fans will not be happy with that!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City 24. A long ball over the top comes to Haaland who doesn’t quite control it.But Henderson pushes it away and Haaland picks the ball up he gives it to Marmoush who can’t get a good chance away.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn at WembleyThe story of City’s season – how many times have we seen them in charge of matches and then fall behind with almost their opponents first attack? Eberechi Eze was once on Pep’s list of transfer targets – maybe they were rueing the fact they did not push harder as he swept the Eagles ahead completely against the run of play.Fans were concerned the lack of a defensive midfielder would cause a problem for their team – and so it proved. Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City 22. Man City go back to their slow build up but Palace win the ball and earn a throw in.The possession stat is currently 83% to 17%, but Palace won’t care!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City19. After that goal the game has completely opened up.City try to come back with a chance of there own but after Palace clear it they go back up the pitch and force Ortega to make a crucial save.What a game this has suddenly become!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City16. What a team goal by Crystal Palace!Going from back to front, Palace build up the possession and after a long ball Mateta passes it to Munoz who cleanly passes through to Eze for a simple tap in.Copy linkCopiedGoal Crystal Palace! Ebere EzeCopy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City15. This constant pressure from City will have to pay soon, they’re all over them.Palace have maybe been past the halfway line once.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City13. Another corner from City which leads to Henderson making another save.Palace clear but City gain possession straight away.After another cross into the box, City have another corner but the header goes over the box.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City11. Doku picks up the Ball on the left trying to create something but is unable to get through.City just keeps coming and are relentless so far in this match.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City9. After a few quick corners, City keep on pressing and keep putting balls in the danger zone.Palace do well to defend.A ball down the line for Mateta, but he’s unable to control it.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City7. Close! Palace get the ball and try a long ball but it goes out for a throw in.Man City get back on the Ball and De Bruyne puts in a wonderful cross for Haaland, who narrowly misses from the six-yard box.It’s a great save by Henderson.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City5. City are holding all the possession so far, with Palace looking to counter.Palace are playing deep, trying to soak up the pressure.Eze wins the ball but is quickly fouled by Akanji.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City3. As Dean Henderson hoists the ball up the pitch, Gvardiol clashes with Ismaila Sarr who an early free kick.Man City begin by holding possession and passing it around the back, trying to find a way through this Palace defense.Copy linkCopiedKickoff – Crystal Palace vs Manchester City1. Palace wins the coin toss, and it’s Eze who kicks us off.Stuart Atwell is our referee today, and both teams are able to wear their traditional colours on this beautiful sunny day.Copy linkCopiedAll eyes on WembleyWembley Stadium is set, the fans are soaking up the atmosphere, and Kickoff is just moments away.Man City are chasing another trophy while Palace are hoping of making history, wanting to claim their first major title.Copy linkCopiedToughest everPep Guardiola also appeared before the match and described this seson as “the toughest season of my career” due to the standards City have set in recent seasons.He said: “I have been here more than 20 times: semi-finals, finals, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup. The first time is always the emotion, but we prefer to be here than at home.”It has been a tough season for one reason because our standard was so unbelievably high.”We are in the final of the FA Cup – we are fighting to play for the Champions League. We will see what happens.”Hopefully, we can show our best and lift the second title of the season and fight to qualify for the Champions League next season.”We tried to create as a team, really good in transitions, really good in set-pieces. For that, the only way to break it up is talent.”Copy linkCopied’I’m old school’Erling Haaland was speaking to BBC before kick-off and said: “I like Neil Warnock, he’s a bit old schoool and I’m a but old school because of my dad. “I agree with his tactics which is sometimes you have to just kick and run!”Copy linkCopied15 to goThe FA Cup final gets underway in 15 minutes at Wembley.Man City come into this match as the favourites, but Crystal Palace are no pushovers.It’s set up to be a great game, and you can expect goals.Copy linkCopiedKing Kev bannerMan City fans are set to unveil a huge tifo in honour of Kevin De Bruyne, who will play in his final match for the club today.It has also been reported that Erling Haaland donated around €5,000 (£4,200) to the 1894 fan group to help fund the banners.The design will show De Bruyne’s face on a pack of cards that fan to all the trophies he’s won.There’s been 14 of them.We’ll share a picture when it comes through.Copy linkCopied More

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      Darren Till vs Darren Stewart – Misfits Boxing 21 LIVE RESULTS: Main event ends in THRILLER, Wakey Wines pulls off SHOCK

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      DARREN TILL and Darren Stewart served up a classic to headline Misfits Boxing 21 in Derby!Till secured TWO big knockouts including one with the FINAL punch of the fight – but that was only half the story of the thrilling boxing bout against fellow ex-UFC star Stewart.Stewart grew into the main event more after being knocked down earlier on, and gave Till an almighty scare.On the undercard, Wakey Wines secured a SHOCK points win over Mo Deen to send the crowd wild in Derby and Ty Mitchell STOPPED Idris Virgo to secure the Misfits Pro Light Heavyweight title.Main card start time: 5.30pm BST / 12.30pm ETMain event ring walk time: approx 10.30pm BST / 5.30pm ETLive stream/TV: DAZNBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from Misfits Boxing 21 with our live blog below…Till and KSI vs Paul brothersDarren Till also said he’d be up for teaming with KSI against Jake Paul and Logan Paul!Now that’s a tag team main event we wouldn’t mind watching!Copy linkCopiedTill calls out KSIDarren Till called out KSI after his big win over Darren Stewart.KSI was ringside doing commentary for the main event.After winning an absolute thriller against Stewart, Till called out KSI NEXT.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till wins by unanimous decisionThe judges score the contest 77-74, 77-74, and 77-73, all in favour of the Gorilla.A very close contest, but it was those knockdowns that ultimately tipped it in the Liverpudlians’ favour.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 8A lot more fight back from Till in this final round.As Stewart closes the distance, he lands some nice hooks that push him back.Till’s left hook lands nicely on the chin, spraying sweat across the canvas, in what was his most significant punch for a while.Stewart is again constantly looking for the clinch, and it appears Till has a cut on the top of his head, with a stream of blood.Right as the bell goes, Till lands a flush straight left that send Stewart tumbling! And as the referee counts to 10, he manages to get bcak to his feet, after the round had ended.That was a crazy end to the round, and if only there was more time to go for Till.We now wait for the scorecards for the result.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 7Again on the ropes, Till is landing some nice uppercuts and hooks, but nothing of much significance. Stewart ends the round with a flurry of hooks but again, nothing for the crowd to get excited about.Another round of The Dentist putting on the pressure.We go to the eighth and final round.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 6Another similar round to the past three, Till on the backfoot against the ropes as stewart lands on the inside.It’s important to note that much of the punches are landing on Till’s guard, but without him throwing much back, it’s difficult for the judges to score it in his favour.Stewart has looked on top for most of this fight.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 5Darren Stewart is very much growing into this fight, he’s constantly pushing till up against the ropes.A cheeky smile from The Dentist as he lands a nice hook in the clinch.Till is very much on the back foot here, and he’ll need to get some more attacks going if he’s to win this fight.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 4Another close round that could go either way.Stewart is having much more success in these past two rounds, with the referee allowing a lot of the clinching.Towards the end of the round, Till finally starts to land his left hand again, sneaking a hook around his opponent’s guard.It’ll be interesting to see how this fight goes now, entering the halfway mark.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 3Stewart constantly going for the clinch, and the crowd aren’t happy about it.Till is getting pushed onto the ring constantly, which is preventing that long left hand. Probably The Dentist’s best round so far, who’s landed some nice short hooks. Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 2The Dentist believes his path to victory is making this fight dirty and scrappy in the clinch.That left hand is just so good from Till, he’s landed it on several occasions with lots of conviction.Again lot’s of clinch work but another great round from the Gorilla who looks very sharp in there.Copy linkCopiedDarren Till vs Darren Stewart – Round 1Till lands beautifully with a flush straight left hand that sends Stewart to the canvas! A scrappy start from the two former UFC stars, but after Till pushes back, it became a one sided affair.Till always looking like a threat with that left hand, a very dangerous weapon, he’s had throughout his career.Copy linkCopiedIt’s Main event Time!Darren ‘The Gorilla’ Till with face Darren ‘The Dentist’ Stewart at the Crusierweight limit.Till has scored two victories in two fights since he left UFC for the boxing ring, beating Mohammad Mutie on the Mo Vlogs vs Shero Amara undercard, before beating Anthony Taylor.He has had to wait two months longer than anticipated to fight Darren Stewart, as the original Misfits 21 card was postponed after KSI cancelled his fight with Dillon Danis.Scheduled for eight rounds, it’s time for what we’ve all been waiting for!Copy linkCopiedAnd New!What a flawless performance from Mitchell, who wins in stunning style!He now holds the pro Light Heavyweight belt and brings it home to Derby.He was able to evade all of Virgo’s attacks and land a beautiful hook that sent Virgo stumbling, and after some extra follow up shots it lead to the referee being forced to step in. The crowd is happy with that one!Copy linkCopiedTy Mitchell wins by TKO!Wow that came out of nowhere!With Virgo overextending, trying to catch Mitchell, the fighter from Derby manages to catch him coming in with a flurry of punches with a flush hook landing to the chin on the champion.Copy linkCopiedIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell – Round 2A fast start by Virgo who goes in with his head low swinging and looking for a clinch.Again, the hometown favourite does well to evade.Mitchell, fighting out of southpaw, is attempting to counter punch his opponent who is chasing after him.Virgo is constantly looking to blitz in, but nothing of significance has landed so far.Copy linkCopiedIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell – Round 1Mitchell immediately takes the center of the ring trying to start the round off well.With his height advantage, he’s using his jab well to stop the advancing Virgo.Virgo is looking to be explosive, coming into the pocket with hooks, but Mitchell does well to evade.A close round to begin the fight.Copy linkCopiedCo-main event time!We’ve got one more fight before the long-awaited main event, but this ones a cracker!The Misfits pro Light Heavyweight belt is on the line with ex-Love Island star Idris Virgo defending his belt against home town favourite Ty Mitchell.Virgo beat Benson Henderson by unanimous decision on Misfits 18 in September last year.Ty Mitchell comes into the bout at 3-2-0 in his professional career, but is off the back of a third round KO victory over Thomas Harnett on Misfits 20.Copy linkCopiedChase DeMoor wins by TKO!And Still! DeMoor now extends his streak to six wins in a row.After some scrappy boxing, the champ lands a nice combination ending with a right overhand that sends The Tank stumbling.Tolman is unable to get back up as he stumbles over on the tenth second.Another great performance by the controversial American.Copy linkCopiedChase DeMoor vs Tanner Tolman – Round 2Tolman lands a huge blow that sends DeMoor to the Canvas!After a 10-second count, he’s ready to go again.He comes back with a flurry of his own that stumbles the Canadian.A right hand then lands for the champion and sends the Tolman down for a 10 second count!An exciting second round by both men!Copy linkCopiedChase DeMoor vs Tanner Tolman – Round 1An aggressive start by the cahllenger!It’s DeMoor who’s on the back foot in this first round, and he’s looking tentative to throw his powerful right hook.DeMoor starts to implement his jab that pushes The Tank back.A good round to start this title fight off.Copy linkCopiedHeavyweight title fight nextChase DeMoor will now clash Tanner Tolman, with his Misfits heavyweight title on the line.The former Netflix star is currently on a run of five wins in a row following four losses to start his career.After three professional MMA bouts and a 2-1 record, Tanner “Tank” Tolman steps into the boxing ring for the first time in his career.Whenever DeMoor steps in the ring, it’s always chaos, this should be another classic.Copy linkCopiedFox the G wins by unanimous decisionThe judges score the contest 40-38, 38-37, and 39-37 all to Fox the G.The American stays undefeated and now has a record of 6-0, a very close fight that could have gone either way.Copy linkCopiedWalid Sharks vs Fox the G – Round 4Sharks is again aggressive, trying to land a significant blow on Fox, but they’re both as durable as each other.A very scrappy round with lots of clinch work, which the referee allows, they’re landing big blows to the body but not much to the head.A very close fight that could go either way on the scorecards.Copy linkCopiedWalid Sharks vs Fox the G – Round 3Another competitive round, with both men landing big blows.Sharks does well to jab Fox into the corner and unleashes a nice combination.It’s clear these two fighters know that it could go either way, and with only one round left they’re gonna go for it.I’m surprised this was only a four-round fight, with both fighters still looking great in there.Copy linkCopiedWalid Sharks vs Fox the G – Round 2Sharks again tries to push the tempo, but it mostly ends in with clinching.Sharks lands a heavy right hand over the top, but Fox’s guard is there to block.Fox has landed some great shots in this round, two hooks to the body and coming over the top with a right hand has shown he’s very much in this.A close fight between the two Americans so far.Copy linkCopied More