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      FA Cup fifth round LIVE SCORES: Haaland bags FIVE in Man City romp, Newcastle beat Blackburn on penalties, Leicester win

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      FA CUP action returned to the big screens – and there were some blockbuster fifth-round ties.Reigning champions Manchester City booked their quarter-final spot with a 6-2 scoreline and FIVE were scored by Erling Haaland
      Newcastle beat Blackburn on penalties after a dramatic match at Ewood Park
      While Championship outfit Leicester beat Bournemouth deep into extra time.

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      A quiet start but it ended up a hugely entertaining and dramatic evening.
      Surely more will follow tomorrow (or tonight now, as it the time!)
      Follow it all with SunSport!
      Copy linkCopiedTaking the match ball
      Five-star performance from Haaland.

      Copy linkCopiedProud
      While Blackburn boss told MOTD he was ‘extremely proud’ of the efforts of his side on the night.
      He said: “I am extremely proud of the players. It was a group effort. If we are going to be successful at anything we do this year it is about the squad of players.
      “That was our sixth game in 18 days so the squad was important tonight and everyone was at it.
      “We are improving with every game we played and that was probably the best we played with the ball.”
      Copy linkCopied’Relief’
      Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admits being relieved and thrilled that his side managed to overcome Blackburn to progress tonight.
      He told BBC’s Match Of The Day: “I think there is only one emotion and that is relief. I think it was a hard-fought cup tie. Both sides gave everything to get the win and didn’t give an inch but we are delighted to be in the hat for the next round.
      “They packed the backline and packed the midfield so it was difficult for us to penetrate them. It could have been better but we got that first goal and it was a really well-worked goal.
      “The lads kept their heads and remained calm and I think every penalty was taken well.
      “I think when you see the season we have had and the situation we are in, this was never going to be an easy cup tie. Martin [Dubravka] made some great saves that we needed him to make and we also missed some golden opportunities in the final third.
      “The most important thing is that our season cracks on and we are thrilled to get through to the next round.”

      Copy linkCopiedToon report
      Eddie Howe’s job prospects are just about safe for a little while longer yet.
      Honking Newcastle stunk out Ewood Park but they are now three wins away from that elusive first domestic trophy since 1955.
      They may be in the hat thanks to penalties hero Martin Dubravka, but all is not well.
      With their league form tanking, the Magpies’ season is still flickering.
      Yet Blackburn, with just one Championship win in 13, gave them one hell of a fright and will be kicking themselves they didn’t knock the Saudi-funded Tynesiders out.
      Barring Dubravka, the Geordies were rotten here and Howe desperately needs to find the answers if he wants to remain in post long-term.
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      Copy linkCopiedCity were ‘pretty good’
      Rob Edwards said his side were punished for being too bold in the game and said City’s fourth was a killer in their comeback push.
      He told ITV: “Manchester City were pretty good, weren’t they? We came up against a brilliant team and brilliant individuals who are well coached.
      “We are going to evolve and hopefully get better. We are not going to change even though tonight we left ourselves exposed at times. At 3-2 we are in the game. The fourth one was obviously a bit of a killer.
      “We could have been a bit better. We are quite bold. Sometimes when you come up against that kind of opposition you get a bit of a doing.”
      Copy linkCopiedGreal pain
      Jack Grealish was very emotional after his fresh injury blow forced him off before half time at Luton earlier.
      He was consoled by team mates and staff as he trudged off to be replaced by Jeremy Doku.
      Grealish was seen showing his appreciation to the travelling City fans as he made his way across to the tunnel.
      Pep Guardiola gave an update after the match, revealing: “I didn’t speak to the doctor but I think it is the groin, maybe quite similar.
      “He felt really really good but unfortunately he got injured. It’s been a tough season for him, he has to recover well.”

      Copy linkCopiedGoal hero
      Newcastle’s hero Martin Dubravka told Match Of The Day
      He said: “It was a very difficult match. A lot of chances on both sides and all of a sudden we had penalties.
      “It is a lottery but I am glad I could help the team.
      “I think we were well prepared [for the shootout]. We analyse everything and try to bring it on the pitch. I need to mention the goalkeeper coaches who make it much easier for me.
      “I hope it will lift our confidence. We needed a lift after the Arsenal game and we created a lot of chances. We have to take the positives and we are in the next round and we are looking forward to it.”
      Copy linkCopiedEnzo thrilled
      Leicester boss Enzo Maresca is thrilled with his side’s progression and their performance tonight but called on his side to start taking their chances.
      Following their extra time win, he said: “We had to shoot 25 times before this goal and the other 24 were in the stands.
      “The goal was very good and he has to improve many things but we are happy with him.
      “The performance was very good. Even the last two defeats the performance has been fantastic in both games, at the end it is a matter of taking chances. We missed many tonight.
      “In the end we won with Abdul’s goal. I am very happy because we made nine changes.”
      Copy linkCopiedHow the FA Cup looks now
      So, we’ve got two Championship sides in the four already through to the last eight.
      Here’s who is through and what games are still to come:

      Leicester City
      Coventry City
      Manchester City
      Newcastle United

      Tomorrow’s ties

      Chelsea v Leeds
      Nottingham Forest v Man Utd
      Wolves v Brighton
      Liverpool v Southampton

      Copy linkCopiedShear relief
      Alan Shearer said Newcastle’s players and staff have Martin Dubravka to thank after reaching the quarters tonight.
      The keeper made several top saves during normal time before two saves in the shootout.
      He told BBC: “I feel for Blackburn. Newcastle owe Martin Dubravka a lot, he’s made a lot of good saves tonight and he made two saves in the shootout.
      “They owe him a huge debt. They are in the next round because of him.
      “It is a massive result for Newcastle and Eddie Howe. They needed this. It’s pretty worrying that it didn’t look like they had energy, but that might galvanise them and give them a bit of hope. It is a huge, huge win.
      “They’ve had some really tough draws in the Cups this year, so who knows?”
      Copy linkCopiedBreach of rules?
      Now, that was great drama at Ewood Park.
      But should Blackburn’s goal have stood?
      Eagle-eyed fans have spotted an infringement which looks like the goal should have been ruled out late in the game.

      Copy linkCopiedPep reacts
      Pep Guardiola has revealed Jack Grealish looks to have picked up a recurrence of a groin strain which recently kept him out.
      He also praised the connection between KDB and Haaland, telling ITV: “What can I say? Really, really good. Erling [Haaland] is on fire and Kevin [de Bruyne]…the connection was perfect. It was a really good game and we are in the quarter-finals.
      “Kevin needs players like Erling and Erling needs players like Kevin. We are not here without the other guys. A lot of credit for everyone.
      “We won our last two games 1-0 and against Chelsea we played good in the second half but couldn’t win. One game at a time. The FA Cup is a really nice competition. We are one game away to go to Wembley again.”
      Copy linkCopiedWhen is the FA Cup quarter final draw?

      The draw for the FA Cup quarter-finals will take place on Wednesday, February 28.
      It is expected to take place at approximately 7pm GMT – just before Chelsea vs Leeds
      The FA Cup quarter-final draw will be broadcast live on ITV4.
      You can live stream the draw for FREE via the ITVX app/website.
      Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog of the draw to find out who your team will be playing.

      Copy linkCopiedCity report
      Erling Haaland made history as he scored five goals in Manchester City’s 6-2 FA Cup win over Luton.
      Kevin De Bruyne also helped himself to four assists in the incredible match.
      But it was Haaland who entered the record books as he became the first Man City player since 1926 to score five goals in an FA Cup game.
      Frank Roberts was the City ace who nearly 100 years ago hit five in an 11-4 thrashing of Crystal Palace.
      Barely three minutes had passed when De Bruyne, having received a clever pass from Matheus Nunes, had far too much time to pick out the lurking Haaland who got in front of Teden Mengi to score from close range.
      Following a huge punt from Stefan Ortega, Haaland and De Bruyne combined again with the City striker sticking a shot through the legs of Tim Krul.
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      Copy linkCopiedHaaland heaven
      Manchester City star Erling Haaland broke a near-100 year record in his five goals for Manchester City earlier tonight.
      After the game, he told ITV: “We made a plan and everyone stuck to it perfectly. Well played by everyone.
      “Kevin de Bruyne is massive. He is doing what he is best at. It’s a pleasure playing with him. We know what we both want from each other. it clicks well. He is a smart player and I like to play with him.
      “My fitness? I am getting back to my best. Finally I am feeling good. It’s an amazing feeling. It’s coming, we’re coming. Exciting times ahead. We are ready to attack.”
      Copy linkCopiedHome sick
      All three away sides win on the night to progress to the quarter finals of the FA Cup.
      Bournemouth 0-1 Leicester (AET)
      Blackburn 1-1 Newcastle (3-4 pens)
      Luton 2-6 Man City
      Copy linkCopiedBlackburn 1-1 Newcastle (3-4 on pens)
      Incredible drama which goes right down to the wire.
      Dubravka goes to his right and saves from the Blackburn captain.
      The Geordies behind the goal celebrate wildly as the players rush to congratulate the keeper.
      They’re into the quarters.

      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      SAVED!!!!!
      NEWCASTLE ARE INTO THE FA CUP QUARTER FINALS!!
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️✔️✔️❌
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌✔️✔️✔️
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      Great penalty from Anthony Gordon, who gives Pears the eyes and smashes it down the middle.
      Hyam must score…
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️✔️✔️
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌✔️✔️✔️
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      Great, arrogant penalty from Ayari who waits for Dubravka to go down and slots it into an empty net!
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️✔️✔️
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌✔️✔️
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      Fantastic penalty from Elliot Anderson, smashed into the corner. Pears dives the right way but has no chance.
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️✔️
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌✔️✔️
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      Sigurdsson scores! Into the corner that Dubravka died into but it’s precise and level!
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️✔️
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌✔️
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      Class as you’d expect from Bruno Guimaraes who plays it down the middle.
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌✔️
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTIES
      Brittain scores with Dubravka going the right way!
      BLACKBURN: ❌✔️
      NEWCASTLE: ✔️❌
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      West Ham 4 Brentford 2: Bowen scores stunning hat-trick to boost England hopes as Maupay sparks yet another row

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      JARROD BOWEN is on fire this season for West Ham – and he must hope England boss Gareth Southgate appreciates that.A wonderful hat-trick by red-hot Bowen on a chilly evening ensured the Hammers beat Brentford for the first time in the Premier League.
      Jarrod Bowen scored his first hat-trick for West Ham on Monday nightCredit: PA
      He completed his hat-trick with a fourth headed goal of the seasonCredit: Getty
      Emerson Palmieri scored a sensational fourth for the hostsCredit: AFP
      It was an even game but West Ham were more ruthless in front of goal
      Bowen scored with all three of his shots against Brentford
      Bowen’s stats were thoroughly impressive against Brentford
      With 14 league goals this term, this is his best-ever scoring record across five seasons in the top flight.
      A reminder that Bowen would bring plenty of energy, positivity and productivity to the England midfield set-up regardless of the illustrious competition he is up against.
      And while he is expected to be called up for next month’s Three Lions squad to face Brazil and Belgium, the longer-term goal is going to the Euro 2024 finals.
      It really did sting that he had to watch the 2022 Qatar World Cup finals from his sofa.
      Whatever Southgate may think, Bowen, 27, is a superstar in the eyes of his boss David Moyes, who temporarily avoids the fans backlash he had in the previous two matches.
      The Scotsman, 60, may have a new contract on the table but despite the Europa Conference League success, he has lost the support of the West Ham hardcore.
      The banks and banks of empty seats told its own story as many voted with their feet.
      Yet Moyes could not have hoped for a better beginning here, boosted by sloppy Brentford defending.
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      After a tackle on Brentford’s Frank Onyeka in midfield went unpunished, Lucas Paqueta found James Ward-Prowse, who then found Emerson.
      The ball by the Italian full-back was controlled by Bowen with his right foot and then smashed home with his left – it was a wonderful quick-fire combination.
      Fuming West Ham assistant Kevin Nolan has to be held back from Neal Maupay in tunnel row
      Within the next two minutes, Dani Dyer’s other half doubled his tally as Brentford were punished for conceding possession.
      Czech Vladimir Coufal supplied the delivery from the right and Bowen slotted home with an accomplished left-footed finish.
      Bees forward Neal Maupay ensured West Ham would not celebrate a clean sheet when he pulled a goal back, latching on to an excellent through-ball by Keane Lewis-Potter.
      Maupay is known for being a wind-up merchant and he was at it again, clashing with Hammers assistant coach Kevin Nolan before the start of the second half.
      It was claimed on TV that Maupay had been outside the referee’s room and Nolan took exception to that.
      At least Maupay offered more fight than teammate Ivan Toney, who might be on his way back into the professional game after his long betting ban, but was a peripheral figure.
      Bowen, West Ham’s European hero, capped a superb evening on 63 minutes when he headed home a Kudus cross unmarked from six yards out.
      Things got even better six minutes later when Emerson struck the ball beautifully with his left foot from distance – one of the club’s best goals the season.
      Brentford, who cursed West Ham goalkeeper Alphonse Areola for his brilliant saves from Onyeka and Toney, scored late on through Yoane Wissa, which survived a VAR offside check.
      But following a fifth defeat in six matches, they are firmly in the relegation mix, especially after Everton’s points reprieve.
      Check out how the match unfolded through our live blog below… More

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      Chelsea vs Liverpool – Carabao Cup final LIVE: Sterling has goal RULED OUT by VAR and Palmer denied by Kelleher – latest

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      CHELSEA will be out to seek revenge for their 2022 heartbreak as they take on Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final – and they’ll be confident after seeing Mo Salah is OUT of the squad.Jurgen Klopp’s Reds came out on top in the most recent Wembley showpiece between these two English giants
      But with Liverpool’s injuries and Chelsea finding a bit of form, Mauricio Pochettino’s men will feel as if this is their year.

      Kick-off time: 3pm GMT
      Live stream: NOW TV
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event / Sky Sports Football
      Chelsea starting XI:  Petrovic, Gusto, Colwill, Disasi, Chilwell, Enzo, Gallagher, Caicedo, Palmer, Sterling, Jackson
      Liverpool starting XI: Kelleher; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Endo, Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Elliott, Gakpo, Diaz
      Explainer: Why is the game kicking off at 3pm?

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      Word from the ground
      SunSport’s Tom Sheen is at Wembley covering the Carabao Cup Final between Chelsea and Liverpool.
      Here’s what Tom think of the dramatic first half:
      SunSport’s Tom Sheen’s half-time report from Carabao Cup final as Chelsea robbed by VAR
      Copy linkCopiedLiverpool vs Chelsea stats
      Liverpool dominated 54 per cent of possession in the Carabao Cup Final.
      The Reds registered a total of eight shots, three of which were on target.
      The Blues, on the other hand, produced three shots, two of which were on target,
      More below:

      Copy linkCopiedHT: Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Liverpool and Chelsea are goalless at half-time in the Carabao Cup Final at Wembley.
      However, both sets of teams feel they have reason to protest the outcome of the first half.
      The Reds’ massive injury list grew even bigger as Ryan Gravenberch was stretchered off with an ankle injury after Moises Caicedo appeared to have stepped and twisted the Dutchman’s foot.
      The Blues, on the other hand, were denied an opener after Raheem Sterling hit the back of the net.
      However, the referee and VAR deemed Nicolas Jackson was offside in the build-up down the right where he met a ball by Conor Gallagher in midfield before the Senegal international found Sterling at the far post.
      Replays show it was a very close call and if Jackson was offside then it was down to mere millimetres.
      Credit: Getty
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      HT: Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Peep!
      That’s half-time at Wembley!!!
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      45+2 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea

      Yellow card
      Chelsea captain Chilwell and Liverpool youngster Bradley are booked after getting embroiled in a scuffle.
      The 20-year-old lunged on the England international rather carelessly down the left and the latter didn’t take kindly to it.
      That led to a pushing contest that got both sets of players involved until the ref separated the,
      Copy linkCopied45 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Six minutes of added time to go at Wembley!
      Makes sense after Gravenberch’s injury and Sterling’s disallowed goal which led to a VAR check…
      Credit: Reuters
      Credit: Reuters
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      45 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea

      Chance!
      Liverpool star Diaz moves the ball forward and tries to find a team-mate at the far post.
      Bradley ultimately gets it and tries a shot that is blocked by Chelsea’s defenders!
      Copy linkCopied42 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Gusto loses the ball again down the right because of his heavy touch and that leads to another cheap throw-in.
      Some of Liverpool’s biggest chances started out down the right-back’s flank.
      Copy linkCopied40 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      What a chance!
      Liverpool almost break the deadlock just before half-time!
      Disasi is dispossessed – another defensive gaffe from Chelsea – and that leads to a crisp cross from Robertson.
      The Sot finds Gakpo at the far post and his header hits Petrovic’s post!
      Copy linkCopied40 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      We are closing in on half-time at Wembley.
      An exciting first half despite the goalless draw with a couple of major talking points.
      Copy linkCopied38 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chelsea’s disallowed goal has fuelled Pochettino’s side as they look far more dangerous on attack.
      Sterling, Gallagher and Palmer are causing all sorts of problems.
      This might also be down to Gravenberch’s withdrawal as well as Liverpool’s growing injury crisis…
      Copy linkCopied35 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chelsea’s goal will be the talk of the town regardless of how the Carabao Cup Final goes.
      If Jackson was offside in the build-up down the right flank then he must have been mere millimetres.
      Copy linkCopied32 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chelsea have a goal chalked off for offside as Gallagher delivers a ball forward for Jackson who the ref deemed was off.
      The Senegal international then found Sterling on his left and the winger beat Kelleher.
      A VAR check agrees with the ref, but this looks like an extremely close call with many claiming Jackson was on…
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      No Goal!
      Sterling’s goal chalked off for offside!!!
      Copy linkCopied30 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Liverpool Klopp retains his signature 4-3-3 formation after Gravenberch was stretchered out.
      Badley moves up to attack in the right wing with Elliott moving back to midfield while Gomez plays at right-back.
      Credit: AFP

      Copy linkCopied28 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Substitution
      Gravenberch can’t continue and is stretchered off, thus Liverpool boss Klopp is forced to make the first substitution of the Carabao Cup Final.
      Gomez comes on for the midfielder.
      Credit: Getty
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      26 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea

      Liverpool boss Klopp is furious as replays show Caicedo stepped on Gravenberch’s ankle during their challenge.
      The Reds are calling for a red card as the stretcher comes out for the Netherlands international.
      The Chelsea ace’s foot twisted his fellow midfielder’s ankle badly.
      Gomez getting ready to come on.
      Copy linkCopied25 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Liverpool ace Gravenberch is on the ground with immense pain after hurting his ankle and is receiving treatment.
      The midfielder got hurt during a challenge with Caicedo and the Reds’ manager Klopp is watching with concern amid his ongoing injury crisis.
      Copy linkCopied23 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Liverpool enjoyed a better start at the final but are very lucky not to be trailing.
      Much to thank Kelleher and Endo for with their life-saving blocks against Palmer and Jackson respectively.
      Copy linkCopied21 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      What a chance!
      How are Chelsea not leading?!
      Palmer finds himself right in front of Kelleher but the Liverpool keeper denies the England international’s shot with one arm.
      But Jackson gets the rebound but his shot is blocked by Endo’s critical tackle.
      Copy linkCopied20 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chelsea ace Gusto is struggling on the right flank as his heavy touches have led to him losing the ball and giving away a free-throw twice.
      A turbulent start for the Blues’ backline.
      Copy linkCopied18 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chelsea’s defenders are making numerous mistakes at the back which allows Liverpool to dispossess them.
      But a very good first half by Petrovic so far with some critical saves.
      Copy linkCopied15 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      What a chance!
      And what a gaffe by Disasi who trips at the back and is dispossessed by Gakpo.
      The winger passes to Diaz who delivers a powerful shot but Petrovic falls to his right and denies the Colombia international.
      The Chelsea goalkeeper spared Disasi’s blushes big time there!
      Copy linkCopied14 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chance
      Liverpool respond immediately to Gusto’s effort as Mac Allister delivers a powerful shot that is palmed away by Petrovic.
      Copy linkCopied13 Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chance
      Chelsea register their first chance of the match as Chilwell’s free-kick is headed away.
      But Gusto is waiting on the edge of the box and delivers a volley that lacks power and ends up in Kelleher’s safe hands.
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      Wolves vs Sheffield Utd LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Blades look to get off the foot of table

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      WOLVES host Sheffield United in a huge Premier League clash on Sunday afternoon.The Wanderers are eyeing back-to-back wins while the Blades look to get off the foot of the table.

      Kick off time: 1.30pm GMT
      TV/Stream: Sky Sports Premier League/NOW

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      Arsenal 4 Newcastle 1 LIVE RESULT: Gunners close gap at the top of the Premier League with rampant win against Magpies

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      ARSENAL beat Newcastle 4-1 to move within two points of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League. Two own goals, Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz held off a torrid Newcastle side who scored a late consolation through former Gunners man Joe Willock.

      Kick-off time: 8pm GMT
      Live stream: discovery+
      TV channel: TNT Sports 1
      Arsenal starting XI: Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior, Jorginho, Rice, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Havertz
      Newcastle starting XI: Karius; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Livramento; Longstaff, Bruno Guimaraes, Miley; Almiron, Isak, Gordon

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      That’s all from us
      That’s all we have got for you in terms of coverage from The Emirates tonight.
      Thank you as always for tuning in and following along with us, we will leave you with a look at what is next on the agenda for these two sides…
      Arsenal and Newcastle’s next four matches
      Thank you, aaaaaand goodnight!
      Copy linkCopiedMatch report; Dan King
      For Arsenal and Mikel Arteta, revenge was a dish best served cold on a Saturday night in February.
      When Newcastle ended the Gunners’ unbeaten start in controversial fashion at St James’ Park nearly four months earlier, Arteta had a meltdown.
      This time his team coolly and clinically dispatched Eddie Howe’s desperately limited side and kept their title challenge right on the boil.
      With delicious irony Arsenal were helped on their way by the goal-line technology they felt had let them down in the North East.
      On that occasion, the cameras could not conclusively show that the ball had gone out of play in the build-up to Anthony Gordon’s winner.
      This time there was no doubt that Sven Botman had inadvertently given the Gunners the lead.
      For the full match report, carry on reading here.

      Copy linkCopiedMan of the match
      Tonight’s SunSport man of the match award goes to Jorginho.
      He controlled the tempo of the game from start to (almost) finish, and was a general in the Arsenal midfield.
      He was playing like that Jorginho that came third place in the Ballon D’or following a Champions League win with Chelsea, as he played a delightful ball into Gabriel Martinelli to assist Kai Havertz’ goal.
      Jorginho was man of the match against NewcastleCredit: Getty
      Copy linkCopiedSaka reflects:
      TNT Sports presenter noted to Bukayo Saka in his post match interview that his finish was ‘world class’, alluding to a comment made by Rio Ferdinand last week – “No comment” was his response.
      He had this to say too as he made it 16 goals for the season: “I’m working hard every day on the training ground, giving my best, and got great teammates around me.”
      No comment.”Bukayo SakaOn Rio Ferdinand not naming him as world class
      Copy linkCopiedFull-time match stats:
      It was a dominant performance by the Gunners, who were fully deserving of their four goals at home to Newcastle United.
      Newcastle did manage to get one back through a box-crashing Joe Willock against his old club, but it was nowhere near good enough by the Magpies.
      This is how the match stats look at full-time…
      The match stats as Arsenal demolished Newcastle at home
      Copy linkCopiedFULL-TIME! Arsenal 4-1 Newcastle
      That is all she wrote for Arsenal and Newcastle tonight as the referee calls the game to a close.
      What a game it was too.
      As the full time whistle blows, it ends Arsenal 4-1 Newcastle.
      Copy linkCopiedArsenal 4-1 Newcastle
      90+3. Huge chance for Emile Smith-Rowe to get Arsenal’s fifth of the night.
      He works a great bit of space for himself inside the box, but his left-footed shot is cleared off the line brilliantly by Dan Burn.
      Great defending.
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      Arsenal 4-1 Newcastle
      90. There will be FIVE minutes of added time at the end of the 2nd half.
      Copy linkCopiedArsenal 4-1 Newcastle
      88. Jorginho goes down injured, but gets back on his feet to be replaced by Mohamed Elneny.
      The Italian looks fine, and is in good spirits.
      Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLL! Arsenal 4-1 Newcastle
      85. Newcastle have one back!
      Barnes works it nicely down the left-hand side into Dan Burn, who dinks a ball into the middle for Joe Willock who heads home with aplomb.
      Great finish against his old club.
      Copy linkCopiedArsenal 4-0 Newcastle
      82. Harvey Barnes looks to take on Reiss Nelson on the left-hand side, but he can’t get past the Arsenal winger.
      Copy linkCopiedArsenal 4-0 Newcastle
      78. Fun fact: Arsenal are the first team in Premier League history to score two goals in seven successive halves of PL football.
      Copy linkCopiedArsenal 4-0 Newcastle
      76. Arsenal’s fourth goal has been given to Kiwior instead of a Lewis Miley own goal.
      Great news for the Polish defender.
      Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard are all coming off for Arsenal now.
      Reiss Nelson, Eddie Nketiah and Emile Smith-Rowe are all on, great news for fans of the Hale End academy.
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      74. An awkward moment for referee Paul Tierney there, as David Raya’s quick clearance hits him on the bum.
      Play is restarted.
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      73. Three changes for Newcastle.
      Tino Livramento is replaced by Dan Burn.
      Jamaal Lascelles is on for Sven Botman.
      And Joe Willock is replacing Bruno Guimaraes.
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      70. IT’S FOUR!
      It’s another set play!
      It is whipped in and nodded goalwards by Jakub Kiwior, it takes a touch off of young Lewis Miley and beats Karius in goal.
      4-0!
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      67. That is a great response from Arsenal midway through the second half in this game.
      Newcastle have had a few chances, one goal for them and they would’ve been right back in this game, but Saka has killed that hope for the Magpies now.
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      65. BUKAYO SAKA MAKES IT THREE!
      Kai Havertz rolls the ball into the Arsenal starboy, he cuts in on his left foot and places it into the bottom left corner.
      Composure personified.
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      63. Martinelli makes way for Leandro Trossard, and he is applauded by the Emirates faithful.
      Jacob Murphy comes on to replace Miguel Almiron, and Alexander Isak is swapped for Harvey Barnes.
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      60. A chance for Newcastle here, with Alexander Isak firing a shot over the bar from the left-hand side.
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      57. The ball is played into the path of Bukayo Saka but it is great defending from Botman to see him out of play.
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      54. Anthony Gordon drives down the left hand side for the second time this half, but Ben White does really well to put a stop to that.
      Trippier then puts in a firm but fair tackle on Kai Havertz, and Newcastle come forwards again.
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      51. Newcastle, who failed to register a shot in the first half have had two chances already in the first half.
      They couldn’t, could they?
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      48. Chance for Newcastle!
      Livarmento plays a great ball into open space for Anthony Gordon to run into.
      He cuts inside and lashes a shot on target, but he is denied by David Raya.
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      46. The second half is restarted and Arsenal come forward again straight away.
      It’s great approach play from Bukayo Saka who feeds the ball into Kai Havertz, but the German fluffs his lines.
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      Man Utd vs Fulham LIVE SCORE: Ten Hag’s side host Cottagers in Prem clash with youngster Forson in XI – latest

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      MANCHESTER UNITED host Fulham in a huge Premier League clash – and the action is underway!Erik ten Hag’s side have been in superb form of late as they continue to chase down a Champions League spot.
      However, Erik ten Hag will have to continue without injured star striker Rasmus Hojlund for a few weeks.

      Kick-off time: 3pm GMT
      Live stream/TV: Not televised in the UK due to blackout
      Man Utd starting XI: Onana; Dalot, Varane, Maguire, Lindelof; Mainoo, Casemiro; Forson, Fernandes, Garnacho; Rashford
      Fulham starting XI: Leno; Castagne, Adarabioyo, Basey, Robinson; Reed, Lukic; Wilson, Pereira, Iwobi; Muniz

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      48. Fulham have begun the second half as they did the first – on the front foot.
      Some lovely interplay releases Castagne down the right, and the former Leicester man wins his team a corner.
      From the dead ball, the outswinger lands on to the head of Tosin, who flashes his effort well wide of goal.
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      46. Back underway at Old Trafford for the second half.
      Neither side have made a change, and do that hopefully means more of the same.
      Copy linkCopiedFirst half facts and figures
      For the 17th time this season, Fulham have failed to score in the first half. It’s not for the want of trying though.

      Copy linkCopiedThe HT view from OT
      Before he heads off for a half-time cup of soup, Neil Custis has been in touch…
      “Honours even at the break with the goalkeepers tested at both ends before the half-time whistle blew.
      “Onana denied Andreas Pereira a goal back at his former club while Bernd Leno went full stretch to stop Garnacho.”
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      The half-time whistle blows and it’s goalless at the break – but how it is is anybody’s guess.
      Fulham have been the better team, having started at an electric pace, but United have had their chances too during an entertaining first half.
      Both sides have hit the post while the respective goalkeepers have also been required to be at their acrobatic best at times.

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      45+2. Harry Wilson is the third Fulham player to go into the book this afternoon, all three following fouls on Alejandro Garnacho.
      Well, he’s got one of those haircuts, hasn’t he?

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      45. The fourth official signals two minutes of stoppage time.
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      43. It’s incredible that this contest is still goalless with half-time on the horizon.
      It’s been open, exciting and – in the past 20 minutes, at least – end-to-end action.
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      41. Michael Oliver has decided that Andreas Pereira waving his arm in his direction from 20 yards away is worthy of the same punishment as Harry Maguire clattering Sasa Lukic on the ankle with his studs.
      Maybe blue cards isn’t such a mental idea after all…
      Copy linkCopiedThe view from Old Trafford
      Neil Custis ahas been keeping a keen eye on matters for us at Old Trafford, and writes…
      “United starting to come back into it now.
      “Garnacho had a shot headed away from in front of the line by Antonee Robinson.
      “Maguire piled in to try and fire home the follow up but launched the ball over the bar.
      “Bruno Fernandes was getting more on the ball and nearly threaded Rashford through.
      “Then Diogo Dalot got forward and fired one of his trademark long-range efforts which clipped the foot of the post.
      “Back at the other end and Fulham rattled the woodwork too with Rodrigo Muniz turning and firing a shot off the righthand post.”
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      38. Pereira with the curler! Saved by Onana!
      Fulham once again cut their hosts open on the counter-attack, this time setting up their former Manchester United man on the left.
      Pereira takes a touch to steady himself, and then whips a shot towards the far corner that Onana pushes away.

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      36. It’s an end-to-end contest now.
      Mainoo comes to the party, slipping in a neat pass to Rashford, who despite a loose first touch manages to get a cross-shot away.
      Tosin is back in the right place to clear from the danger area.
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      34. As Fulham burst forward again, Harry Maguire leaves a nasty one on the ankle of Sasa Lukic.
      Chasing a loose ball, the United defender lunged in on the Serbian and caught him with his studs.
      Michael Oliver goes back to book Maguire, but there’s no second look from VAR. We’ve seen red cards given for them.

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      32. Now it’s Fulham’s turn to strike the woodwork!
      It’s brilliant centre-forward play from Rodrigo Muniz, who crisply controls Alex Iwobi’s square pass, turns his marker with ease, and then blasts against the top of the post.
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      30. Dalot hits the post!
      United are beginning to apply a little bit of pressure, and almost grab the lead through an unlikely source.
      Pushing into midfield, Dalot takes control, and then whips a long range effort across goal and on to the outside of the frame of the goal.
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      28. United threaten for the first time as a free-kick into the box causes chaos.
      Maguire has the chance to shoot but doesn’t take it, only for Garnacho to take over, drop a shoulder and let fly,
      It looks destined for the far corner until Robinson lunges in to head off the line.
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      Neil Custis is in the press box this afternoon, and he is far from impressed with the home side so far…
      “Really shaky start from Manchester United who could easily have been behind.
      “They are trying to be proactive pushing high up but are getting caught on the break.
      “Twice Alex Iwobi had chances but failed to even test Andre Onana putting his shots wide.
      “Marcus Rashford is getting no service up front and they are also struggling to find the dangerous Alejandro Garnacho.”
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      25. On a rare United foray forward, Garnacho sets off on a run in behind.
      He doesn’t get though before Tosin sticks out an arm to pull him back.
      Unsurprisingly, referee Michael Oliver can’t wait to get the yellow card out, and we have the game’s first booking.
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      23. Midway through the first half, and Manchester United are yet to have an attempt at goal.
      In contrast, Fulham have had five, two of which have forced Onana into a save.
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      21. Fulham go close again!
      Pereira’s corner is met by the head of Muniz, and although Onana makes a decent save, Lukic should follow up to score.
      Unfortunately for the Serbian international, he moves too quickly, and can only chest it away from the goalline.
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      19. Up the other end, United win a corner that is swung towards the near post of Bernd Leno, who does well to punch clear.
      Immediately, the visitors are on the counter, and earn a corner of their own when Lukic’ snapshot is diverted behind.
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      17. Beautiful football from Fulham!
      Harry Wilson, Andreas Pereira and Alex Iwobi link up in midfield to cut United open.
      Once again, it’s the Cottagers’ Nigerian ace that takes the shot on, driving forward towards the edge of the box as space opens up invitingly.
      In the end, Iwobi’s effort is just wide, and he probably should have done better.
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      15. It’s the visitors that have been far superior in the opening quarter of an hour.
      The question is can they take advantage while on top, or will their current confidence wilt under any spell of pressure?
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      13. Iwobi pulls a shot wide!
      The Cottagers open up the home side with the most basic play, lifting a long ball forward to Muniz, who cleverly flicks on into space.
      Iwobi and Wilson race on to it, and eventually it’s the former that takes the shot on, almost scuffing it into the ground and wide of the post.
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      11. It’s been an impressively confidence start from Fulham considering the number of changes they have made, and the new-look partnerships they have both in defence and midfield.
      Sasa Lukic and Harrison Reed, in particular, have looked decent.
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      Bournemouth vs Man City LIVE SCORE: Premier League latest as Treble winners look to close gap on leaders Liverpool

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      MANCHESTER CITY travel to Bournemouth in search of three Premier League points.Erling Haaland’s second-half strike was enough to see the Treble winners beat Brentford last time out.
      While the Cherries came agonisingly close to pulling off a huge win against Newcastle before Matt Ritchie equalised in stoppage time.

      Kick-off time: 5:30pm GMT
      Live stream: NOW TV
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League

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      Crystal Palace 0-0 Burnley LIVE SCORE: Visitors look to bounce back from Arsenal thrashing against Eagles – Prem updates

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      BURNLEY will be determined to bounce back from an Arsenal battering this afternoon against Crystal Palace.Vincent Kompany’s men suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat in front of their home fans.
      While Palace were held to a 1-1 draw by Sean Dyche’s struggling Everton side.

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