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    Lawrence Okolie vs Lukasz Rozanski LIVE: Brit WINS world title with dominant first-round KO – latest updates

    LAWRENCE OKOLIE beat Lukasz Rozanski in the first round to win the WBC bridgerweight title. Okolie landed flush right hand after flush right hand and floored Rozanksi three times before the referee waved the fight off with just five seconds left of the first round.
    Ring-walk time: 10pm BST
    Stream: Sky Sports Arena
    Okolie shows true punch power
    In this new weight division, bridgerweight, it is designed to fill the gap between cruiserweight and heavyweight.
    Okolie showed that his punching stands him in good stead for going up to the heavyweight class but he needs to be able to take those big hits also.
    He was dropped three times in his last fight and although was not tested tonight, he will need to work on that in the future.
    You won’t knock everyone out in the first round after all.
    Copy linkCopiedRozanski claims ‘rabbit punch’ ruined fight
    Lukasz Rozanski continued to keep tapping his gloves to the back of his head, even after the fight had been called.
    The champion appeared to reference a punch to the back of the head during a clinch with Okolie.
    Whether it affected him enough to cost him the fight is highly debatable as he was rocked by each of the three punches Okolie threw to knock him to the canvas.
    Copy linkCopiedOkolie answers critics in Poland
    It was a good performance from Lawrence Okolie as he looked to bring the fireworks to the champion from the off.
    He was landing good punches and it was evident his opponent was not a boxer used to receiving such big hits in such an accurate way.
    The final punch that won the fight, a huge uppercut really hurt Rozanski and the referee made the right choice in stopping the fight.
    Copy linkCopiedLawrence Okolie wins by TKO
    Copy linkCopiedLawrence Okolie vs Lukasz Rozanski (Round 1)
    Both fighters start in an attacking fashion.
    Rozanski complains that he is punched in the back of the head as they come together.
    Okolie drops his opponent three times in the first round in a matter of 60 seconds.
    The referee after the third fall decides enough is enough.
    Copy linkCopiedMain event about to get underway
    As you would expect there is a massive following for the champion.
    We are now having the national anthems as ‘God Save The King’ plays.
    There is nobody singing whatsoever, not even in the ring, maybe not big fans of this tune.
    Copy linkCopiedTrainer measuring ring in venue
    Joe Gallagher has been out with his tape measure checking the dimensions of the ring.
    Sky Sports interviewed him to see why he felt the need to do so….

    Copy linkCopiedUndercard results from Poland
    With only the main attraction remaining, here are the results from the undercard:
    Fiodor Cherkashyn beats Jorge Cota (Round 7 stoppage)
    Ihosvany Garcia beats Lukasz Plawecki (Round 2 stoppage)
    Jan Czerklewicz beats Paul Valenzuela (Points)
    Kamil Slendak beats Daniel Plonka (Round 2 stoppage)
    Tobiasz Zarzeczny beats Daniel Przewieslik (Points)
    Copy linkCopiedBillam-Smith puts doubt on Okolie
    Going into his last fight, Lawrence Okolie was full of confidence that he could get a pivotal win to propel his boxing career.
    Instead, after being knocked down three times, losing the fight has seriously set his career back.
    You have to wonder if he does not win this evening, whether it may be the end of the road for the British boxer.
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    Copy linkCopiedWin or bust for Brit boxer
    Lawrence Okolie has not been in the ring for almost exactly 12 months.
    The creation of this division and subsequent title has given him a chance that he did not expect to come along again.
    After his defeat in his last fight, Okolie can answer his critics if he can beat Rozanski in his own back yard.
    Copy linkCopiedRozanski comes in as underdog
    Despite his impressive career record, many pundits are expecting a knockout victory for Okolie.
    All of this off the back of his last fight, where he himself hit the canvas three times.
    With his ferocious attacking boxing, it is seen that Okolie will just have too much for the Polish boxer.
    Copy linkCopiedPole yet to taste defeat in career
    Lukasz Rozanski is unbeaten in his boxing career to date.
    Only two of his previous fights have even seen the sixth round.
    Fighting on home soil, it would be a big statement with a knockout win against Lawrence Okolie.
    Copy linkCopiedFight to draw big TV audience
    It is rare in the boxing world now that fights are not on pay-per-view subscriptions or random channels that nobody subscribes to.
    Tonight, the main event fight will be shown on Sky Sports.
    However, they do not see fit to fill their schedule with any of the undercard bouts.
    Copy linkCopiedBrit with point to prove
    Despite getting a majority decision in his last fight against Chris Billam-Smith, Okolie was knocked down three times in the bout.
    Many people have questioned his boxing abilities as a result.
    Tonight’s fight gives him the chance to his the restart button on his boxing career.
    Copy linkCopiedChamp ready for battle on new territory
    Okolie has spoken about the threat of his opponent tonight:
    I’m expecting it to be very hostile but I’ll just blank it out. If anything, this particular fight is going to fuel me, especially the way I feel like I need to and want to fight. I know what he’s going to come with, we’ve seen it 15 times, he goes all out, I’ll show him he’s in there with a different animal. I’m looking forward to the boos and getting in there and getting it done vicious.Lawrence OkolieWBC bridgerweight contender
    Copy linkCopiedOkolie looking for big knockout
    Lawrence Okolie is certainly not looking for this fight to go the distance.
    He has had 14 stoppages from his 19 wins so far in his career.
    However, Rozanski has won 14 of his 15 fights by knockout so there should be no danger of a points division in this fight.
    Copy linkCopiedJoe seeing positives from new division
    Lawrence Okolie’s trainer, Joe Gallagher has spoken about this bridgerweight contest tonight:
    It’s a good idea of how he will cope at heavyweight without having to go up to that division. It’s a chance [to] get that WBC belt and put himself back on the boxing map.Joe GallagherOkolie coach
    Copy linkCopiedWelcome to Okolie vs Rozanski
    Lawrence Okolie is fighting Lukasz Rozanski for the WBO Bridgerweight title in Poland this evening.
    This is a newly created division by the WBC to bridge the gap between cruiserweight and heavyweight.
    For Okolie, it is a chance for him to prepare for the heavyweight fighting class.
    It is a chance for him to put himself back on the boxing map with victory in Europe tonight.
    This would make Okolie a two-weight world champion, in his first fight for almost a year.
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    Erik Ten Hag LIVE: Man Utd to SACK manager after FA Cup final, Pochettino lined up as a replacement – latest updates

    MANCHESTER UNITED are set to sack Erik ten Hag after their FA Cup final against noisy neighbours City.And the Red Devils are said to be lining up Mauricio Pochettino to potentially replace him.Chelsea parted ways with the Argentine on Tuesday evening and now he could be in line for a move to Old Trafford.Elsewhere, Marcus Rashford has been dramatically snubbed by Gareth Southgate for England’s preliminary Euro 2024 sqaud.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollow all the latest news, moves and completed deals belowErik ten Hag on the rumours
    When asked about the intense speculation over his future at his pre-FA Cup final press conference Erik ten Hag was quick to change the topic.
    He said: “I have nothing to say.
    “I am just focusing on the job I have to do and that is first to win the game on Saturday and then keep going in the project. Every game I want to win and that is it.”
    Then questioned on what his plans were for next season Ten Hag added: “Yes of course but my focus is on Saturday. I only think about this game.
    “But every season we review and we will see where we are in the project and what we have to change. There are some very good things, with players coming up and developing.”
    Copy linkCopiedThe rise of McKenna
    Kieran McKenna, once Jose Mourinho’s assistant at Manchester United has become one of the most sought-after managers in England.
    The 38-year-old Londoner retired from playing at 22 due to injury to pursue a managerial career having started with Northern Irish clubs before joining Tottenham.
    Despite not making a senior appearance he excelled in coaching roles at Tottenham and Manchester United’s Under-18s.
    After leading Ipswich Town to the top-flight in back-to-back promotions McKenna now faces his biggest managerial test – ensuring their Premier League survival or joining a larger club.

    Copy linkCopiedNext Man United manager odds
    There hasn’t been too much change in the odds today, but Thomas Tuchel’s have shortened amid reports he is the ‘frontrunner’ should Erik ten Hag be sacked.
    Kieran Mckenna is the favourite, however.
    Here are the recent odds from Bet365:

    Kieran McKenna 11/8
    Mauricio Pochettino 7/4
    Thomas Tuchel 9/2
    Roberto De Zerbi 5/1
    Gareth Southgate 8/1
    Thomas Frank 12/1

    Copy linkCopiedFIVE-man shortlist drawn up
    A five-man shortlist has been drawn up in the search for Erik ten Hag’s replacement.
    Bayern Munich’s Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter, Brentford’s Thomas Frank and Kieran McKenna are also said to be on their radar.
    The Ipswich boss is also fielding interest from Brighton and Chelsea as he rethinks about his future.
    Newly unemployed Mauricio Pochettino is also another contender as he is reportedly keen to move to the Old Trafford hotseat.

    Copy linkCopiedTen Hag set to be sacked
    Erik ten Hag is heading for the Old Trafford exit door after losing the faith of Manchester United fans.
    The Man Utd boss is set to be sacked after the FA Cup final against Manchester City tomorrow.
    The embarrassing 4-0 defeat to Palace, despite beating Championship side ­Coventry in the FA Cup semi-final, was the last straw for many.

    Copy linkCopiedSancho should push to stay at Dortmund
    Former Borussia Dortmund midfielder Paul Lambert has suggested the culture at Old Trafford could be a factor behind Jadon Sancho not fitting in at Manchester United.
    Lambert told Betway: “At Dortmund, Sancho has gone into a really good dressing room, a good culture with good guys and he gets respect.
    “At Man Utd it could have been an absolute nightmare for him. He may have not liked the way it was or it might not have been what he thought it would be. 
    “Being back at Dortmund, with some of the players that were there when he left.
    “He’s playing with one of the biggest clubs in European football without a shadow of doubt.
    “Why would he want to go back to United? He could be a Champions League winner.”
    Copy linkCopied‘You can’t talk about Manchester’ 
    Gary Neville has slammed Manchester City super-fan and Oasis star Noel Gallagher for commenting on Manchester when he lives in London.
    Gallagher has been spotted at the Etihad but stuck out like a sore thumb when he was caught on camera refusing to do the Poznan on Sunday.
    And United legend Neville decided to have a pop at the Rock ‘n’ Roll star.
    Neville, 49, told the BBC: “He’s been a big part of Manchester’s history but he lives in London.
    “Do you know what I mean, Noel? Don’t talk about Man… you live in London.
    “You live in Knightsbridge, or wherever it is. Hampstead, wherever he lives, you know what I mean. You can’t start talking about Manchester.
    “25 years he’s not been here.
    “He comes once a year for that trophy parade! I saw him on Sunday, actually.”

    Copy linkCopiedBruno Fernandes drops hint he could QUIT Man Utd
    Bruno Fernandes has dropped a huge hint that he could leave Manchester United amid the club’s turmoil.
    he insists Man Utd’s standards must be set much higher for him to stay.
    In a piece for The Players’ Tribune, Fernandes wrote: “I just want my expectations to fit with the expectations of the club.
    “If you go talk to any fan, they will tell you the same thing. We want to compete for the league.
    “We want to be playing Champions League football. We want to be in cup finals. That is the standard.
    “That is what I want. That is what you all deserve.”

    Copy linkCopiedTen Hag handed Man Utd lifeline
    Man Utd have reportedly been angered by suggestions that they have met with Erik ten Hag’s replacements.
    Reports claimed on Thursday Omar Berrada – who takes over as chief executive on July 13 – and technical director Jason Wilcox held talks with Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna earlier this month.
    According to HITC, the club chiefs have been doing their own due diligence and background checks but such claims anger them as they have not met with anyone.
    Copy linkCopiedMarks the spot
    Marcus Rashford modelled for the Euro 2024 Three Lions sponsors M&S – despite not making the cut in Gareth Southgate’s squad.
    But it did not stop him from posing in a fashion shoot alongside Arsenal keeper Aaron Ramsdale and Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher – both also picked.
    Rashford modelled in a matching two piece beige jacket and trousers combination with a cream jumper on underneath worth £150 in total.
    Explaining his decision not to pick the forward, Southgate said: “These are of course difficult calls. You are talking about players that are very important players.
    “With Marcus, in that area of the pitch, I feel that other players have had better seasons, it’s as simple as that.”
    Rashford responded online: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best for the up and coming tournament.”

    Copy linkCopiedMaguire sends Luke a message
    Harry Maguire put his Wembley heartbreak aside to lead the well-wishes to Manchester United-supporting darts sensation Luke Littler.
    Maguire will miss the FA Cup final against Man City tomorrow due to injury.
    But he was lifted up to see the 17-year-old win the Premier League darts last night.
    After playing darts with each other in February the United defender jokingly put on his Instagram, “Ever since I shown him how to play he’s not done too bad.”
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    Copy linkCopiedStam of approval
    Manchester United legend Jaap Stam is being lined up for a shock return to Old Trafford.
    According to TuttoMercatoWeb, United chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been in regular touch with Stam.
    And Ratcliffe wants the legendary defender to work as a link between the club and technical staff.
    However, the Dutchman has denied the claims despite telling the Daily Mail: “If they want me to help them in any way as well, then I’m always ready to do so.”

    Copy linkCopiedThomas Tuchel situation
    Thomas Tuchel is the leading candidate for the job at Manchester United.
    According to The Guardian, Tuchel is the “frontrunner” for the manager’s role at United.
    It’s said that the departing Bayern Munich boss fits the profile of manager that the Red Devils are searching for thanks to his vast experience and tactical nous.
    SunSport understands the Manchester giants have not made contact with the German tactician about the role.

    Copy linkCopiedTwo to tangle
    Chelsea are ready to muscle in on Manchester United’s bid to lure one of Argentina’s most promising young defenders.
    The Blues are looking to snare Boca Juniors star Aaron Anselmino from under the noses of United, who have been scouting the 19-year-old for many months.
    The centre-back was first linked with the Red Devils and AC Milan earlier this year.
    And rumours of the Manchester giants’ interest appeared to firm up in February when TyC Sports named the Argentine on a list of four talents the club was tracking.
    Boca updated the teenager’s terms to include a $20million (£16m) release clause in January.
    A bidding war between Prem clubs would suit the Argentinean giants down to the ground and journalist Fafi Perez has claimed Chelsea are Anselmino’s latest suitors.
    Perez told DSports Radio listeners that United remain the most interested club in the uncapped teenager.

    Copy linkCopiedWayne Rooney’s next role
    Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney is closing in on a return to management with Plymouth.
    Rooney was last in the dugout at Birmingham before he was sacked in January.
    United’s record goalscorer had a horror time at St Andrew’s, having won just two of his 15 games in charge.
    But the 38-year-old is now set for a comeback with the Pilgrims, who narrowly avoided relegation from the Championship on a thrilling last day of the season.
    The EFL club are on the lookout for a new boss after the sacking of Ian Foster.
    Plymouth chief Neil Dewsnip is driving the interest in the Everton great, according to The Telegraph.

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    Copy linkCopiedMore from Ten Hag
    Manchester United boss is determined to do his best and land his team their second trophy in two years.
    I came here to win trophies. Saturday is the next opportunity.
    We earned this opportunity as a team and now we have to go for it.
    In the last ten years, not so many trophies in this club but we have an opportunity to win two trophies in two years.Erik ten Hag
    Copy linkCopiedKieran McKenna bidding war
    Manchester United are facing a possible bidding war with Chelsea over Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna.
    That is according to Sky Sports, who claim both Premier League giants are prioritising McKenna.
    The Blues parted ways with Mauricio Pochettino while United boss Erik ten Hag is facing the sack at Old Trafford.
    The same source claims the Red Devils’ chiefs met with the Northern Irish tactician’s representatives in their bid to bring him back to Manchester this summer.
    The 38-year-old previously worked with United as Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s assistant coach.
    Copy linkCopiedErik ten Hag’s project
    Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been has been speaking recently with club chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe about a new project, which points to him possibly staying at Old Trafford.
    There are some very good things, players coming through and on Saturday we have a big opportunity to win the next trophy.
    After every season you review it and we will see where we are in the project, things we have to change.Erik ten Hag
    Copy linkCopiedDiogo Dalot statement
    Diogo Dalot wants this to be the last time Manchester United enter a cup final as the underdogs.
    You shouldn’t be the underdog when you’re at Manchester United.
    We want to be the team in the future that everyone thinks is going to win automatically.
    So for me it gives me energy, because I don’t want to be in that position.
    I’ve been at this club for a while now and I want to feel that feeling of dominance in every game and in every competition we play, everywhere we go.Diogo Dalot
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    Copy linkCopiedThe final word
    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag refused to be drawn on his future after being asked if Saturday’s FA Cup final will be his last game in charge.
    Mauricio Pochettino, Graham Potter and Thomas Tuchel are all candidates to take Ten Hag’ job.
    I have nothing to say.
    I’m just focusing on the job I have to do and that is first win the game on Saturday and then the project, to keep going with the project.Erik ten Hag

    Copy linkCopiedDiogo Dalot promise
    Diogo Dalot has told Manchester United suffering supporters – we owe you the FA Cup.
    I’m going to be really honest with you, after that game against [Crystal] Palace, the way the fans were supporting us, it was almost like a feeling that we didn’t deserve that.
    After you concede four goals against Palace, a 4-0 defeat, they were still there, pushing us, after the awful game we had.
    This is the type of thing that shows why these fans are special. Every time there is a Man Utd game, they always think something special will happen, and that’s the beautiful thing about this club.
    There are always expecting something special so we’re going into the game on Saturday to try to give them a special afternoon and realise this special feeling that they always feel is going to happen.Diogo Dalot
    Copy linkCopiedMaguire out of FA Cup final
    Manchester United ace Harry Maguire is out of the FA Cup Final with injury.
    Erik ten Hag looks set to gamble with Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane at centre-back against Manchester City despite their lack of game time.
    Maguire has not played since April 27th when he suffered an unspecified muscle injury.
    Argentine World Cup winner Martinez has started just one game since February while Varane’s last start was when he played the first half against Chelsea at the end of last month.
    The injury to Maguire is not believed to be bad enough to keep him out of Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the up and coming Euros.
    Copy linkCopiedWhy Rashford was snubbed
    England boss Gareth Southgate revealed his decision to axe Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford from his Euro 2024 squad wasn’t easy.
    These are of course difficult calls.
    You are talking about players that are very important players.
    With Marcus, in that area of the pitch, I feel that other players have had better seasons, it’s as simple as that.Gareth Southgate
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    Copy linkCopiedMan Utd target Guehi
    Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi is wanted by Manchester United this summer.
    According to The Guardian, Guehi would cost United around £60million.
    The centre-back is part of England’s provisional squad for Euro 2024 after returning from a knee injury.
    The 23-year-old has two years remaining on his contract at Selhurst Park.
    Copy linkCopiedPochettino could replace Ten Hag
    Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the strong favourite to become Manchester United’s next manager after his shock departure from Chelsea.
    United boss Erik ten Hag’s job might not be safe even if his team beats Manchester City on Saturday in the FA Cup final.
    According to The Times, Pochettino would be interested in talking to the Red Devils if Ten Hag was sacked.
    Departing Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel, Ipswich’s Kieran McKenna and ex-Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi are also well placed for the Old Trafford hotseat.
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    Atalanta 3 Leverkusen 0: Charlton kid Lookman nets amazing hat-trick in Dublin to ruin Alonso’s dream of unbeaten Treble

    CHARLTON kid Ademola Lookman’s breathtaking hat-trick inflicted Bayer Leverkusen’s first defeat in FIFTY-TWO games to clinch the Europa League title.The script had been written that Xabi Alonso’s German side, who went the entire league campaign unbeaten to lift the Bundesliga, would make it a double with victory in Dublin.Ademola Lookman inspired Atalanta with a hat-trickCredit: GettyBayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten run came to an endCredit: ReutersYet former Addicks, Everton, Fulham and Leicester man Lookman, 26, clearly did not read it as he left Alonso and his invincibles stunned at the Aviva Stadium.The former England Under-21 star broke the deadlock on 21 minutes, acting quickest to lash home Davide Zappacosta’s cross into the top corner.His second on 26 minutes was a thing of beauty, as he cut in from the left and curled into the far corner.Bizarrely, Alonso had begun the game without a recognised striker.But even when bringing on top-scorer Victor Boniface, it made no difference as Gian Piero Gasperini’s Atalanta side continued their dominance.Leverkusen have come back in dramatic fashion in plenty of games this season to keep their unbeaten status intact.But any hopes of that happening here were dashed when Lookman, who now plays internationally for Nigeria, blasted into the top corner with his weaker left foot with 15 minutes to go.Lookman – known in the Premier League for his infamous botched Panenka for Fulham – became the first ever player to score a hat-trick in the Europa League final.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLookman goes from Panenka laughing stock to European hat-trick hero
    ADEMOLA LOOKMAN will go down in Atalanta, and European football, folklore after his stunning Europa League final hat-trick vs Bayer Leverkusen.
    Lookman’s treble was the first in the final of a Uefa competition since 1975.
    But some Premier League fans won’t have believed their eyes – after witnessing his infamous Panenka miss for Fulham.
    Lookman was spotted playing Sunday league in Lambeth by Charlton just TEN YEARS ago, at the age of 16.
    Just one year later, in 2015, he was already the Addicks’ best player, shining on the wing in the Championship.
    And before he knew it, Lookman was a Premier League player after a massive £11million move to Everton.
    Lookman, now 20, made an instant impact, scoring on his debut in 4-0 thrashing of Manchester City.
    He even won the U20s World Cup with England, netting three goals in the tournament.
    But he struggled to earn regular football with the Toffees, before defying boss Sam Allardyce’s wishes by snubbing a loan to Derby to push through a move to RB Leipzig instead.
    Lookman impressed in the Bundesliga with five goals and earned a permanent move.
    But he again failed to settle and soon found himself back in the Prem on loan with Fulham
    His spell at Craven Cottage saw moments of brilliance overshadowed by costly mistakes.
    None more so than his ill-fated Panenka penalty against West Ham.
    Lookman’s scuffed chipped effort dropped tamely into motionless Lukasz Fabianski’s waiting hands, leading to widespread criticism and ridicule from fans and pundits alike.
    A loan at Leicester followed but it was a switch to Atalanta in Serie A which saw Lookman finally fulfil his potential.
    Now playing international football for Nigeria, he helped them reach the Afcon final earlier this year.
    But he didn’t have to wait long to add his first senior trophy as the undisputed man-of-the-match in Dublin against the previous unbeatable Leverkusen.

    And Atalanta won their second EVER trophy – some 61 years after their first, the Coppa Italia.To do so by beating a team who have gone the entire season unbeaten up until this point is even more impressive.Xabi Alonso announces he will stay at Bayer Leverkusen after showdown talks with clubBut it’s not all doom and gloom for Leverkusen who now have a chance to right their wrongs in the German Cup final this weekend.They face second division side FC Kaiserslautern in the final on Saturday – a game that would still crown them undefeated domestic double winners.Although it’s time to knuckle down and focus for Leverkusen, it’s time to celebrate for Atalanta.And star of the show Lookman made it clear his intentions are to celebrate the superb win after labelling it as one of the best nights of his life.Speaking after the game, he said: “One of the best nights of my life. Amazing performance by the team and we did it. Not got many words to say!”He added: “We’ve got to celebrate, we made history tonight.”Lookman, who just 10 years ago was discovered playing Sunday League by Charlton Athletic, has now etched his name in European history.And The Addicks were keen to point out their part in his rise with a post on social media.It read: “The first ever player to score a hat-trick in a Europa League final! 🤩 Made in Charlton ❤️”.Lookman was the star of the show as Atalanta won the Europa LeagueCredit: AFPThe star celebrated with his family after the winCredit: GettyREAD HOW IT HAPPENED… More

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    England Euro 2024 squad announcement LIVE: Ben White verdict made, Rashford OUT as 33-man preliminary list CONFIRMED

    GARETH SOUTHGATE has named England’s training squad for Euro 2024 – and there are some big names not included.Jordan Henderson, Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling are all OUT of the list.Southgate addressed the Ben White situation in his press conference, he said: “As far as I know, he isn’t avaliable for us.”The England gaffer has selected 33 players for the remaining international friendlies before heading to Germany.Southgate will be required to reduce the squad list by SEVEN to leave the final 26 players that will star for the Three Lions at Euro 2024.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFollow our live blog below…That’s all from us
    That’s it from today’s England squad announcement.
    You can check out the full 33-man squad here as well as all the latest news on Gareth Southgate’s squad.
    Copy linkCopiedSouthgate to ‘adapt’
    Gareth Southgate believes England can adapt to injuries and challenges this summer.
    The Three Lions boss explained: “The job is here to adapt to the situations you have and they are the cards you dealt with.
    “The consequences you are dealt with. The injuries are a complex thing, they are not one of the things you spoke about, but they could be a lot of those things.
    “Some have played a lot of football, some have come back earlier than they could’ve been. A lot of matches in the calendar. It’s too easy to say winter World Cup or this or that.
    “There’s players with better injury records than others, training intensities. Everyone wants simple solutions, but it isn’t that.”
    Copy linkCopiedMaking his Marc
    Marcus Rashford has broken his silence from his shock omission from England’s Euro 2024 squad.
    He took to his Instagram story to say: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best for the up and coming tournament.”

    Copy linkCopiedThe big question is…
    Can this England squad go all the way?
    Southgate says: “Everyone is waiting for that headline. I would be an idiot if I said no.
    “But equally if I say yes, that doesn’t mean there isn’t a hell of a lot of work ahead of us.
    “Are we one of those teams that can win, of which they are a few, yes.”
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    Copy linkCopiedPalm of his hand
    Could Cole Palmer’s scoring spree for Chelsea relax pressure on Harry Kane?
    Southgate says: “Not just Harry but Raheem as well. He was crucial in the last tournaments
    “We’ve shared that load as well. Bukayo has weighed in with a lot of goals.
    “We need people to come in. To go the distance you need good depth in the squad and the ability to refresh the team as well.”

    Copy linkCopiedHow does this squad compare to previous?
    Southgate has his say: “I will probably be able to assess that better when we can assess the squad.
    “There’s definitely more options in the attacking areas. When I think back to Russia and the team there. It’s hard to compare and contrast. We’ve had to find different ways of playing.
    “I think we have a pretty set style of playing now, the players enjoy playing it and we’ve got results, so we’re not going to move too far away from that.”
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    Copy linkCopiedPhone a friend
    Southgate reveals he has only had time to break the bad news to players NOT included.
    He reveals: “I haven’t had time to phone any of the ones we’re bringing in.
    “My priority is for the ones who have unfortunately not made the squad. The nice calls are not my priority.”
    Copy linkCopiedWhite noise
    Southgate admits there have been no talks with Ben White after the Arsenal star withdrew from the World Cup squad last winter.
    The England boss says: “No, as far as I’m aware, he’s not available to us.”
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    Copy linkCopiedPhil your boots
    On speculation on where Phil Foden will play, Southgate says: “The key with Phil is where he ends up, not in his starting position.
    “With City, he’s often allowed to drift and it’s the same with us. Jude has played all season as a 10, but has often defended on the left.
    “I think it’s about where you let the players to drift to that’s the key. We would never pin them to one position.
    “Phil has had a brilliant season. You want him in those central areas, as you do with one or two others. We have to find a way to make that happen.”

    Copy linkCopiedDier straits
    Despite Eric Dier’s form in Germany for Bayern Munich, he did not make the cut.
    Southgate says: “He’s played very well for Bayern. I know they are very happy with him.
    “He’s just a bit behind the other guys we’ve selected. He’s played in some big games as well. We’ve assessed it all.”
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    Copy linkCopiedOn the defensive
    On Southgate’s injury woes, he said: “If we picked tomorrow we might take a dozen defenders because we have so many questions.
    “In a few weeks it will be much clearer. I think you can take too many forwards. You can have too many options.
    “With forwards you have to make them feel loved. With too many options, that can be complicated.”
    Copy linkCopiedNo Shaw thing
    Southgate admits injured Luke Shaw faces a fight to get into the final squad.
    He says: “I have to say he’s up against it. He’s missed a lot of football.
    “I’m not sure what is realistic at this time. I’ve liaised with Man Utd very closely. I’d have to say he’s a long shot.”
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    Copy linkCopiedYoung guns
    Southgate insists young stars will get the chance to shine.
    He says: “Everybody has a chance. The reason for a longer squad is we wer ein a similar situation before the last Euros.
    “There are some injury issues that are very obvious and apparent and there are some that are more nuanced that we don’t have all the info on.
    “Sometimes we need to see the players before making a decision. I think we can make better decisions with time.”
    Copy linkCopiedMore on Henderson’s exclusion
    Southgate says: “He’ll be a miss, there’s no doubt about that. He’s a fantastic human being. He’s been in that leadership role for a long time. 
    “We have young players with a lot of caps. There’s no reason young players can’t lead. 
    We’ve moved away a little bit from the defined leadership group. Sometimes when you limit that group it means others don’t step forward when they might and defy to a hierarchy.
    “I want input from various areas. I have noticed occasions where, even with the captain and vice-captain, there’s a bit of deferential behaviour and we don’t want that.”

    Copy linkCopiedSouthgate says
    On Henderson: “The 33 isn’t quite a fair definition because we’re taking a longer squad with some young players who we want to have a look at.
    “The determining factor is the injury he had around the last camp. He missed five weeks.
    “He’s a fantastic professional. It was a really difficult call to make. He’s been so supportive during my time here.
    “Considering the disappointment, they dealt with it really well.”
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    Copy linkCopiedSouthgate says
    On Rashford, he says: “These are of course difficult calls. You’re talking about players who a important players and have 
    “I feel with Marcus there are other players who have had better seasons.”
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    Copy linkCopiedGone South
    Gareth Southgate has previously backed Marcus Rashford when his club form has been sub-par, claiming he has continued to play well for his nation.
    But he has paid the price for his struggles this term under Erik ten Hag, who has reduced him to the bench in recent weeks.
    Henderson, 33, is surprisingly left out given he has been a regular during most of Southgate’s tenure.
    But the decision of the 81-cap midfielder to quit Anfield for Saudi Arabia last summer, even if he did leave Al-Ettifaq for Ajax in January, looks to have cost him.
    Wharton, 20, has been a revelation since signing for Palace from Blackburn for £22million in January and has been rewarded with an inclusion.
    While Reds centre-back Quansah, 21, who spent part of last season at Bristol Rovers, has emerged as a regular under Jurgen Klopp this term and been included.
    Team-mate Jones, 23, was England’s best player last summer as they won the Under-21 Euros in Georgia.

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    From Tom Barclay
    Marcus Rashford is OUT of England’s Euros squad after failing to make Gareth Southgate’s 33-man provisional selection for the tournament.
    Jordan Henderson is the other big shock omission while Chelsea full-backs Ben Chilwell and Reece James have missed out too.
    But Henderson’s former Liverpool team-mates Curtis Jones and Jarell Quansah have been included, as well as Crystal Palace sensation Adam Wharton.
    All three are uncapped, as are Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite and Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford who have also made the cut.
    There was no place for Jadon Sancho, despite gearing up for a Champions League final with loan club Borussia Dortmund.
    While Nick Pope, Fikayo Tomori, Levi Colwill and Kalvin Phillips also were left out.

    Copy linkCopiedENGLAND SQUAD IN FULL
    GOALKEEPERS: Dean Henderson, Jordan Pickford, Aaron Ramsdale, James Trafford.DEFENDERS: Jarrad Branthwaite, Lewis Dunk, Joe Gomez, Marc Guehi, Ezri Konsa, Harry Maguire, Jarell Quansah, Luke Shaw, John Stones, Kieran Trippier, Kyle Walker.MIDFIELDERS: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Conor Gallagher, Curtis Jones, Kobbie Mainoo, Declan Rice, Adam Wharton.FORWARDS: Jude Bellingham, Jarrod Bowen, Eberechi Eze, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane, James Maddison, Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins.

    Copy linkCopiedFive minute warning!
    The squad will be announced in just five minutes, at 2pm.
    Stay tuned for updates.
    Copy linkCopiedEngland’s path to the final

    Copy linkCopiedFinal call
    The England boss has to submit his final 26-man squad to Uefa by June 7, just nine days before the Three Lions’ opening Group C game against Serbia.
    They also play Denmark and Slovenia.
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    Copy linkCopiedWarming up
    Southgate’s squad will be available for the two warm-up friendlies.
    England take on Bosnia & Herzegovina at St James’ Park on June 3.
    They then host Iceland at Wembley four days later.
    Copy linkCopiedRash decision
    Rashford is not the only big name to be left out.
    Jordan Henderson, Ben Chilwell and Reece James will also be forced to watch the tournament from home.
    But there are a host of surprise inclusions.
    Curtis Jones, James Trafford, Eberechi Eze, Adam Wharton, Marc Guehi, Jarell Quansah, Jarrad Branthwaite, Levi Colwill and Dean Henderson are all said to be part of the squad.
    Copy linkCopiedEngland fixtures
    England will play two friendlies before Gareth Southgate finalises his 26-man squad for Euro 2024.
    The Three Lions are then set to begin their campaign against Serbia on June 16.
    Here are England’s upcoming matches:

    June 3 – Friendly vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
    June 7 – Friendly vs Iceland
    June 16 – Euro 2024 group stage vs Serbia
    June 20 – Euro 2024 group stage vs Denmark
    June 25 – Euro 2024 group stage vs Slovenia

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    Crawley 2-0 Crewe LIVE RESULT – League Two play-off final: Red Devils secure promotion to third tier after Wembley win

    CRAWLEY TOWN have secured promotion to the third tier after beating Crewe Alexandra 2-0 in the League Two play-off final.Danilo Orsi gave the Red Devils the lead at Wembley with a smart finish after 40 minutes.Liam Kelly doubled Crawleys’ lead with five minutes left on the clock as they cruised towards promotion to League One.
    Match result: Crawley 2-0 Crewe
    Crawley Town team: Addai, Gordon, Maguire, Conroy, Wright, J. Kelly, Williams, L. Kelley, Lolos, Campbell, Orsi
    Crewe Alexandra team: Stryjek, Adebisi, Demetriou, Long, Thomas, Tracey, Tabiner, Turns, Nevitt, Rowe, Billington
    CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFollow all the reaction from Wembley with our live blog below…Red Devils promoted at Wembley
    Crawley Town and their fans will party well into the night.
    Nobody could have dreamed of such a perfect end to their season.
    As they lift the trophy in the capital, they can now celebrate the rewards of all their hard work.
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    Copy linkCopiedDream end to season for Crawley
    After finding themselves fifteenth in the table at one stage, the late run by Crawley Town in the league campaign has surprised many.
    Nobody could have envisaged that they would be lifting this trophy at Wembley today.
    Many felt they would be battling relegation this season, instead, they are going up to League One.
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    Copy linkCopiedFT: Crawley 2-0 Crewe
    Crawley Town fully deserve this result.
    From start to finish, they were the better side.
    The second goal gave them the cushion they needed to see this game out.

    Copy linkCopiedFT: Crawley 2-0 Crewe
    The referee brings the game to a close.
    It is party time for Crawley Town, they are going up.
    League One beckons for the Red Devils.
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    90+8. Crewe are starting to get frustrated now.
    The challenges are flying in as Crawley look to run the clock down.
    Time is almost up for Crewe’s promotion dreams.
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    90+6. Wright goes down after a challenge.
    The referee can see through the time wasting and tells him to get to his feet.
    Turns tries his luck from distance but it is well over the target.
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    90+4. Crawley’s owners came in with a two year plan to get them to League One.
    Providing they do not throw this lead away, the Red Devils will have delivered.
    They will look to get everyone behind the ball now and make themselves difficult to break down.
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    90+2. All Crawley need to do now is hold on.
    Crewe get down the byline but the cross is poor as it goes straight out for a goal kick.
    Crawley opt to make some changes to get fresh legs on for the final eight minutes of the game.
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    90. Crewe continue with long balls forward.
    It has all become a little more desperate now.
    There will be ten additional minutes.
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    88. That was cushion Crawley needed in this game.
    It seemed a long way back for Crewe when they were a goal down, now it almost seems mission impossible.
    They will be hoping for a lot of added time when the fourth official raises his board.
    Copy linkCopiedCrawley 2-0 Crewe
    86. What a moment for Crawley Town.
    Kelly looks to square the ball and it is blocked by the sliding challenge of Demetriou.
    The ball comes back to Kelly and with the keeper out of position, trying to cut out the cross, he passes it into the back of the net.
    Copy linkCopiedGoal – Liam Kelly (Crawley Town)
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    82. We are into the final ten minutes of the game now.
    Orsi’s strike is the difference between the two sides.
    Rowe tries his luck from distance but his effort is well blocked.
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    80. Once again the quality of the corner is poor.
    If they are to go up to League One, Crawley will need to work on their set piece delivery.
    They are wasting numerous chances with poor crosses.
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    78. Kelly picks the ball up and looks to get a shot at goal.
    He catches it well but Stryjek saves as he puts it behind for a corner.
    The Red Devils have struggled to get some good delivery in from their set pieces.
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    76. Crewe continue with their long ball tactics.
    Maguire is dealing well with the aerial threat.
    Crawley like to get the ball down and play some good football.
    Copy linkCopiedCrawley 1-0 Crewe
    74. Crawley could do with another goal to put this game to bed.
    Despite being the better of the two sides, with such a slender lead, Crewe are very much still in this game.
    Time is running out for Crewe Alexandra.
    Copy linkCopiedCrawley 1-0 Crewe
    72. Play stops for the second half drinks break.
    Last chance for the managers to get some instructions to their players for the final twenty minutes.
    Crawley just need to defend their lead and they will be a League One team.
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    70. Crawley break as Kelly strides forward with it.
    He lays the ball off into the path of Darcy.
    As he looks to get a shot off at goal, Demetriou puts in a great challenge to deny him, at the expense of a corner.
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    68. As it stands, Crewe can have no complaints with the scoreline.
    They have failed to test Addai in the Crawley goal.
    That will have to change if they are to find a way back into this game.
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    66. Crewe have gone for a change of formation as they decide to play two strikers in search of a goal.
    Tabiner is penalised for a foul and shown a yellow card as a result.
    Big chance for Crawley to put a dangerous ball into the box.
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    64. Both sides opt to make some changes.
    The surprising one is Crawley bringing off Gordon.
    He has been by far the best player on the pitch today.
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    62. Adebisi is constantly having to deal with the threat of Gordon down the flank.
    With the Crewe defender already on a yellow card, he needs to be careful with these challenges.
    The last thing Crewe need is to go down to ten men.
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    60. With half an hour left in the game, Crewe have it all to do.
    The longer this game goes on, the more desperate their cause will become.
    Bell is considering making some changes to try and change his side’s fortunes.
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    58. Gordon manages to get aa shot away in the box.
    Stryjek makes a good save to deny him.
    Crawley are looking to turn the screw here.
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    Premier League final day LIVE SCORES: Foden double puts Man City on brink of fourth title in a row – latest updates

    THE final day of the Premier League season is here – and there is still so much to play for.Arsenal and Manchester City are going head-to-head for the title with Pep Guardiola’s side in Pole position for their fourth straight triumph.But all hope is not lost for the Gunners’ first Premier League trophy since 2003/04.Mikel Arteta’s side must beat Everton and hope that West Ham avoid defeat at the Etihad for Arsenal to end their 20-year wait for the title.Meanwhile, the race for Europe is heating up with Tottenham, Chelsea, Newcastle and Manchester United all in the race.
    Kick off times: 4pm BST (all games)
    TV Channels: Sky Sports Main Event/TNT Sports 1
    CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFollow our live blog below…First half by numbers
    Here are the stats from that first half as the Arsenal players come back onto the pitch early for this second half.
    Again, Everton are making them wait.
    Arsenal completed 300 passes in that first half with 12 shots on goal.

    Copy linkCopiedHT: Arsenal 1-1 Everton
    Nervy, cagey play early doors. Perhaps a result of Phil Foden’s goal after 79 seconds in Manchester.
    Everton then took the lead late on in the half when Gueye’s free kick was deflected into his own net by Declan Rice in the wall.
    Tomiyasu leveled things up here, just as Kudus was scoring for West Ham to half their deficit against City.
    For a three or four minute spell, it was sheer pandemonium inside the ground.
    The reality of it is Arsenal aren’t winning at the moment and Manchester City are. So that needs to change if the Gunners are going to win the league this afternoon.

    Copy linkCopiedHT: Chelsea 1-0 Bournemouth
    Mauricio Pochettino’s side lead thanks to Moises Caicedo’s first Premier League goal for Chelsea.
    Bournemouth will feel hard done by to go in at the interval trailing, they have created more chances than the hosts.
    If they are to find a way back into this game, they need to be more clinical.

    Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Man City 2-1 West Ham
    Manchester City are in the box seat and overwhelming favourites to claim the Premier League title…
    …but they go in at half-time not as comfortable as they should be.
    After an incredibly one-sided first half, there is just one goal between City and their opponents, while Arsenal are back in the match at the Emirates.
    Two wonderful – and early – Phil Foden strikes were arguably topped by an audacious Mohammed Kudus effort, and there is still a game and league to be won.

    Copy linkCopiedHT: Brentford 0-3 Newcastle
    It has been a disappointing first half from Thomas Frank’s side but will feel Ivan Toney’s disallowed goal changed the game.
    Harvey Barnes, Jacob Murphy and Alexander Isak with the goals for Eddie Howe’s side.
    Hard to see a way back into this game for Brentford now.

    Copy linkCopiedHT: Arsenal 1-1 Everton
    Thomas Partey has a shot from just outside the box which goes over the bar.
    That’s the last chance of the half as Michael Oliver blows his whistle shortly after.
    A chaotic, frantic end to that half, which ends all square.
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    45+4. A naughty rumour is swirling around the stadium that West Ham have scored again.
    So once again the place goes nuts and there’s huge cheers from the stands.
    Poor Gunners fans in the stands. One of those that is extremely funny if you’re not a fan of the club it happens to.

    Copy linkCopiedHT: Brighton 0-0 Man Utd
    Roberto De Zerbi will have some choice words for his misfiring attackers.
    The Seagulls have been dominant in this game but have not been able to convert the plethora of chances they are creating.
    Man Utd have been spectators in this game so far.

    Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-1 Everton
    45. Seven minutes added on and it’ll be a frantic end to the half.
    The atmosphere from that Arsenal goal and news of the West Ham goal has sent this place absolutely bonkers!
    What a noise inside the ground now. They have hope once more…
    Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Bournemouth
    45. The visitors are certainly not giving up on this game.
    Since the goal, they are giving as good as they get and have created more chances than The Blues.
    Kluivert missed a chance when he could not find the target and moments later Tavernier’s left-footed shot is saved by Petrovic.
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    44. Maybe not quite a canter anymore!
    Odegaard is slid in down the right and is inside the area. His first time cutback misses everyone that makes a run towards goal.
    That leaves left back Tomiyasu to come steaming in just inside the area to come onto it and strike low and hard beyond Pickford and into the net.
    A similar chance to one he had earlier too!
    Copy linkCopiedMan City 2-1 West Ham
    43, Out of nowhere, Mohammed Kudus has scored one of the most outrageous goals of the Premier League campaign!
    At the same time Arsenal were equalising against Everton, West Ham were preparing to take their first corner of the game here.
    The inswinger to the back post wasn’t particularly dangerous with Tomas Soucek unable to make anything of it but then enter Kudus.
    Flicking the ball up into the air for himself, the Ghanaian then unleashed the most spectacular overhead kick to power past Stefan Ortega and stun the Etihad.
    We may still have a title race…

    Copy linkCopiedWhat a goal!

    Copy linkCopiedThe Gunners fight back instantly!

    Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-3 Newcastle
    38. Guimaraes is on his game today as he picks a perfect pass to Isak.
    This time the striker makes no mistake as he finds the bottom of the goal with a right-footed shot.
    Unless Thomas Frank get his side going here, this could become a messy end to the season.
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    40. It looks like City are cantering towards the title now!
    McNeil drives 40 yards with the ball before being bundled over by Partey 25 yards from goal on the left of centre.
    The Gunners midfielder is booked and Idrissa Gueye is the man to take the free kick.
    He looks to go over the wall but catches the head of Declan Rice of all people and it flies into the opposite corner of the net, leaving Raya with no chance with his weight shifted the other way.
    Copy linkCopiedThis wasn’t in the script!

    Copy linkCopiedGoal – Alexander Isak (Newcastle)
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    34. The word from those loveable nerds at Opta is that West Ham have now faced nine shots on target in the first half today.
    It is the most they have faced in the first half of a Premier League game since records began at the start of 2003-04.
    Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-2 Newcastle
    36. Isak does well as he runs with the ball towards goal before playing a defence-splitting pass to Murphy.
    He makes no mistake as he slots the ball past Flekken to double the visitors’ lead.
    Brentford contributed to the goal thanks to an error from Ethan Pinnock.
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    36. Sore one for Martinelli there who needs treatment for a couple of minutes or so there.
    His eyes light up as he turns inside the box and looks to get a shot away but Tarkowski slides in superbly well to win the ball and Martinelli ends up kicking the defender.
    He does eventually come back on after a short spell on the sides.

    Copy linkCopiedGoal – Jacob Murphy (Newcastle)
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    31. Erling Haaland nearly nets a third!
    Breaking the West Ham offside trap, the City striker tries to squeeze a shot through Alphonse Areola but the keeper gets enough on it to turn it behind.
    Meanwhile, Bernardo Silva has has just arrowed the most absurd first time, no-look 50-yard pass to Jeremy Doku. Just ridiculous.
    Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Everton
    32. It comes from another Everton counter attack.
    This time they are 4v3 running towards the Arsenal penalty area and Calvert-Lewin receives a pass inside the box.
    He strikes low and hard towards Raya’s near post which beats the keeper but comes back out off the woodwork.
    It lands at the feet of the big striker who strikes first time, off balance and sends it into the side netting.
    Some of the travelling supporters thought that was in…
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    CALVERT-LEWIN HITS THE POST!
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