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      Newcastle 4 West Ham 3: Barnes stunner completes comeback for injury-hit Toon as Moyes fumes over controversial penalty

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      KALVIN PHILLIPS is well on his way to becoming the worst loan signing in Prem history. And if his Euros hopes weren’t up in smoke before, there’s no way Gareth Southgate will touch him now. Kalvin Phillips gave away a vital penaltyCredit: GettyWest Ham were 3-1 up and cruising at St James’ Park against a shambles of a Newcastle side. David Moyes then brought Phillips on with 20 minutes to go, and they disintegrated. Supersub Harvey Barnes was the Magpies hero, bagging two late goals to complete a sensational turnaround. But it was only possible thanks to Phillips. On loan from Manchester City, he’s had a disaster since joining the Hammers in January, Yet nothing compares to this horror show. He first gave away a penalty on Anthony Gordon, with Alexander Isak scoring his second spot-kick of the afternoon to make it 3-2. Barnes then converted Isak’s brilliant through ball to level it up 3-3, before Phillips got it on the act again. Gordon teed Barnes up at the top of the box but it was all too easy for the winger as he skipped past Phillips’ challenge before bending a stunner into the corner. St James’ Park went wild, Eddie Howe was off dancing down the touchline, and Phillips was left to rue one of the worst cameos you’ll ever see. Defeat would have ramped up the pressure on Howe but the most unlikely of victories leaves them well in the hunt for a European spot. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA rip-roaring classic, just two minutes were on the clock when Vladimir Coufal brought Anthony Gordon down inside the area.Fresh from his England debut, the Scouse winger was full of beans from the off and danced forward before his low cross came back his way.He got there just before Coufal and was hauled down, with ref Rob Jones pointing straight to the spot.A lengthy VAR check for offside followed before Isak stepped up and slammed into the bottom corner.But the Geordies hoping to run away with it in the glorious sunshine were sorely mistaken.Michail Antonio levelled up 21 minutes in but it all stemmed from Toon centre-back Jamaal Lascelles hobbling off moments before.Emil Krafth replaced the skipper and moved to right-back, with Tino Livramento switched to the left. And a back four who had never played together were all over the shop.Alexander Isak opened the scoring from the spotCredit: GettyIsak’s red hot form continuesCredit: ReutersMichail Antonio levelled the scoring for West HamCredit: ReutersAntonio celebrates his equaliserCredit: GettyLucas Paqueta picked it up on halfway and played a beautiful lofted through ball over the dawdling Krafth to the onrushing Antonio.The gap between Newcastle’s defence and keeper Martin Dubravka was alarming but the Slovakian is allergic of leaving his six-yard box, so the striker had a free run on goal and duly obliged by bagging his fourth of the season.With the Euros on the horizon, this was a great opportunity for Gordon and Jarrod Bowen to impress Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate.Gordon started brightly but nodded a brilliant chance wide after it was put on a plate by Jacob Murphy.Bruno Guimaraes then curled one off the bar, but the Hammers took the lead in first-half injury time via Kudus.The Ghana winger was fouled by Fabian Schar but caught the Swiss defender in the face with a stray arm.As Schar rolled around feigning injury, Paqueta took a quick free-kick to Bowen, catching the whole Newcastle side off guard, with Kudus rifling home.Mohammed Kudus gave West Ham the leadCredit: RexThe ballboy refused to give up his seat for a celebrationCredit: GettyJarod Bowen further increased West Ham’s leadCredit: RexBowen thought he had given the Hammers breathing spaceCredit: ReutersThe Mags were up in arms but not one of them was alert to the danger and only had themselves to blame.And they were 3-1 down two minutes into the second half when caught napping AGAIN.Kudus broke from his own box from a Newcastle corner, skinned Schar down the left and played Bowen in down the middle.As the Newcastle players ambled back, the England hopeful had all the time in the world to advance on the rooted Dubravka and fire into the bottom corner.The Mags were a complete mess now. Livramento hobbled off, sub Krafth was hooked following a shocking cameo, and then fellow replacement Miguel Almiron went off crocked 11 minutes after coming on.Alexander Isak and Sean Longstaff both butchered sitters, and the local had all but given up hope…until David Moyes brought Kalvin Phillips on.The midfielder on loan from Manchester City has had a torrid time at West Ham, and it got even worse here when he gave away a penalty on Gordon with one of his first actions.Isak slotted his second, St James’ Park woke up, and it was game on with 13 minutes remaining.Six minutes and Newcastle were miraculously level. Isak was the architect this time, dropping deep and slipping in sub Harvey Barnes, who poked home.The Tynesiders were incredibly eyeing a winner now, and that man Barnes was the hero in the 90th minute, doing Phillips all ends up at the top of the box before curling a beauty into the corner.Isak got the comeback on the roadCredit: GettyHe got his second from the spotCredit: PAHarvey Barnes levelled the game for NewcastleCredit: GettyThe game was all squareCredit: ReutersBarnes riffled home a stunning winnerCredit: ReutersIt capped off a remarkable comebackCredit: Reuters More

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      Larry Lloyd death updates — Nottingham Forest lead tributes as former England icon dies aged 75

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      FORMER Nottingham Forest and England star Larry Lloyd has died aged 75.The football icon spent five years at Liverpool before joining Forest and winning back-to-back European Cups.Paying tribute to the beloved defender, the Premier League side wrote: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Larry Lloyd.”Part of the Miracle Men, Larry was an integral player in the Forest side that memorably won back-to-back European Cups in 1979 and 1980, making 218 appearances for the club in total.”We send our condolences to Larry’s friends and family at this truly sad time.”Follow our live blog below for the latest news and updates…Fans pay tribute to Larry the ‘Big Man’
      Plenty of fans also rushed to pay tribute to four-cap former England international Lloyd.
      One wrote: “So sad RIP Larry thank you for everything you did for this club.”
      While a second gushed: “Thank you for all the memories Big Man. Condolences to all.”
      Copy linkCopiedWhat did Larry do after he retired from football?
      After hanging up his boots he went on to cover Forest as a pundit on local radio, before spending many years in Spain and working as a pub landlord.
      Lloyd spent his final years back in Nottinghamshire, having returned in 2021.
      Copy linkCopiedLarry’s club and country caps
      Bristol Rovers 1968-69 – 43 games
      Liverpool 1969-1974  – 214 games 
      Coventry City 1974-76 – 54 games
      Nottingham Forest 1976-80 – 214 games
      Wigan – 1980-83 – 57 games
      England – Four caps
      Copy linkCopiedLarry’s early career
      Lloyd began his career with hometown team Bristol Rovers, playing 43 times before signing for Liverpool in 1969.
      He played 214 times for the Reds over five years, winning the First Division and the Uefa Cup.
      Two years at Coventry followed, before he joined Clough’s revolution at Forest.
      Having been recommended by Cloughie’s former No2 Peter Taylor, Lloyd arrived at The City ground in a £60,000 deal.
      Copy linkCopiedTributes flood in for Larry
      Tributes have flooded in following the tragic news.
      One person wrote on X: “Sad to hear Larry Lloyd has died. He made around 50 appearances for the Sky Blues in the mid 70s, after moving from Liverpool.”
      A second added: “From turning out in the Bristol Downs League for Henbury Old Boys, to reaching the pinnacle of club football with Nottingham Forest, West Country boy Larry Lloyd’s story is stuff of fairytale #RIPLarry.”
      Copy linkCopiedLarry’s life after football
      After hanging up his boots he went on to cover Forest as a pundit on local radio.
      He went on to become a pub landlord in Spain.
      Lloyd spent his final years back in Nottinghamshire, having returned in 2021.
      Copy linkCopiedLarry’s career in pictures
      Larry Lloyd made history winning back-to-back European Cups with Nottingham Forest.
      He also starred for Liverpool and England during his career.
      Credit: PA
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      Credit: PA
      Copy linkCopiedEngland pays tribute
      The official England national team X page has paid tribute to Larry Lloyd.
      Taking to social media, the team wrote: “We are saddened to hear that Larry Lloyd, who won four caps for the #ThreeLions between 1971 and 1980, has passed away aged 75.
      “Our thoughts are with his family and friends.”

      Copy linkCopiedInside Lloyd’s legendary stint at Nottingham Forest
      Larry Lloyd joined a Nottingham Forest side languishing in the second tier of England football.
      Within three years, however, he was one of the “Miracle Men” who won the European Cup against Malmo in Munich.
      Alongside Kenny Burns and England icon Peter Shilton, Lloyd forged an almost impassable defence.
      Lloyd also starred alongside the likes of John McGovern, Viv Anderson, John Robertson Tony Woodcock in the final.
      Copy linkCopiedMore tributes flood in
      Fans have continued to flood social media with tributes to Nottingham Forest and England legend Larry Lloyd.
      One said: “Thanks for the memories Larry.”
      And another added: “Gutted. Massive part of the change from second-tier also-rans to champions of Europe. RIP Larry.”

      Copy linkCopiedLarry Lloyd’s career in numbers

      Bristol Rovers 1968-69 – 43 games
      Liverpool 1969-1974  – 214 games 
      Coventry City 1974-76 – 54 games
      Nottingham Forest 1976-80 – 214 games
      Wigan – 1980-83 – 57 games
      England – Four caps

      Honours: 

      Liverpool – First Division 1973, Uefa Cup – 1973
      Nottingham Forest – European Cup 1979, 1980. League Cup – 1978, 1979, Super Cup – 1979

      Copy linkCopiedHeartbroken fans share tributes
      Fans have flooded social media with tributes to Larry Lloyd.
      One wrote: “So sad RIP Larry thank you for everything u did for this club.”
      While a second gushed: “Thank you for all the memories Big Man. Condolences to all.”
      Copy linkCopiedNottingham Forest pays tribute
      In a statement, Nottingham Forest wrote: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Larry Lloyd.
      “Part of the Miracle Men, Larry was an integral player in the Forest side that memorably won back-to-back European Cups in 1979 and 1980, making 218 appearances for the club in total.
      “We send our condolences to Larry’s friends and family at this truly sad time.
      “Rest in peace, Larry.”
      Credit: REX
      Copy linkCopiedFormer England star dies aged 75
      Former England star Larry Lloyd has died aged 75.
      The defender starred for Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, winning back-to-back European cups during his career.
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      Wales vs Poland – Euro 2024 play-off final LIVE RESULT: Heartbreak as James has penalty saved to deny place in Germany

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      WALES’ dream of reaching Euro 2024 ended in heartbreak after Dan James had a decisive penalty saved by Wojciech Szczesny in the shootout.Neither side could be separated after 120 minutes, with Michal Probierz’s side booking their place in Germany on spot kicks.
      Match result: Wales 0-0 Poland (4-5 pens)
      Wales XI: Ward, Roberts, Mepham, Rodon, Davies, Williams, Ampadu, James, Johnson, Moore.
      Poland XI: Szczesny, Bednarek, Dawidowicz, Kiwior, Frankowski, Slisz, Zielinski, Piotrowski, Zalewski, Swiderski, Lewandowski. More

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      England 2-2 Belgium LIVE RESULT: Jude Bellingham’s last-gasp strike rescues draw for Three Lions – reaction

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      ENGLAND narrowly avoided defeat against Belgium thanks to Jude Bellingham’s late strike.Gareth Southgate’s side fell behind early on after Jordan Pickford’s huge error gifted Youri Tielemans the opener on 11 minutes.Ivan Toney marked his first England start with a goal from the penalty spot to make it 1-1 against the Red Devils.Tielemans bagged his second of the night just before half time after Belgium pounced on a mistake from Lewis Dunk for 2-1.With seconds remaining, Bellingham netted to make it 2-2 and spare his side’s blushes following a lacklustre performance from the Three Lions.
      Match result: England 2-2 Belgium
      England team: Pickford, Konsa, Stones, Dunk, Chilwell, Mainoo, Rice, Bowen, Bellingham, Foden, Toney
      Belgium team: Sels, Castagne, Debast, Vertonghen, Theate, Mangala, Onana, Tielemans, Trossard, Doku, Lukaku
      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThat’s all from Wembley Stadium.
      Four days. Two games. Seven goals. Injuries. Defensive errors. Late drama. Teenage sensations. Questionable punditry.
      It’s been like being gripped by a major summer tournament already.
      But the European Championships are still 11 weeks away – although they’re that much closer for Gareth Southgate now that he’s an international break further on in his preparations.
      It’s back to domestic matters now for England’s stars, and there’s plenty for the players to ponder before Germany 2024 becomes their main consideration.
      And it starts this coming weekend with a fresh round of Premier League fixtures, the peak of which is Manchester City’s clash with Arsenal on Sunday.
      As always, you can enjoy all the action here at SunSport so be sure to join us.
      Until then, thanks for reading and goodnight.
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      Before we go and book our flights to Berlin for July 14th, let’s recap on this evening’s entertainment with Charlie Wyett’s match report of England’s 2-2 draw with Belgium at Wembley.
      A defeat and a draw, some dodgy individual performances and even more injuries. If Gareth Southgate wanted a perfect warm-up for Euro 2024, then he certainly did not get it against Brazil and Belgium.Charlie WyettThe Sun

      Copy linkCopiedTeenager can be Mainoo man
      In the aftermath of Kobbie Mainoo’s full England debut, the teenage midfielder was labelled a future star by one of the world’s best.
      Jude Bellingham knows a thing or two about being talked up as a wonderkid,
      “[Kobbie Mainoo] was good tonight,” Bellingham told ITV.
      “I’m speaking like the old head and I know there’s a clamour [for him to be selected] and I’ve been there. But he is definitely a brilliant player and he will have a great future for Manchester United and, hopefully, for England too.”

      Copy linkCopiedJude delighted to silence critics
      Jude Bellingham fired a last-second England equaliser, and then admitted how pleased he was to have stopped the moaners.
      Speaking at the final whistle, the Real Madrid ace stated that he knew just how much flak Gareth Southgate and his squad would have received had they found themselves on the end of another defeat and so was eager to stop the moaning before it had begun.
      I enjoyed that goal because I knew the rubbish we would have got if we had lost two games on the bounce. You have to keep perspective with these games. There were a lot of lads making debuts, a lot of these boys I had never played with before. I thought we created a lot of chances and I’m happy I could make it up to the team, but we should have won it with the chances we made. I think these have been two games that will stand us in great stead going into the Euros.Jude BellinghamChannel 4

      Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from Wembley Stadium
      Thirteen of England’s 19 shots came in the second half as the hosts applied pressure on the Red Devils that eventually paid off.

      Copy linkCopiedFull time – England 2-2 Belgium
      It ends all-square at Wembley Stadium after Jude Bellingham’s last-gasp goal.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 2-2 Belgium
      90+5. With almost the last kick of the game, Jude Bellingham equalises and spares England’s blushes!
      With Wembley having given up hope, a long free-kick from Pickford bounces around inside the area, and is eventually steered to the byline.
      Ollie Watkins keeps it alive, and with little on for James Maddison, the Tottenham man shows great creativity and composure to look up and pick out Bellingham back in the centre.
      One touch from the midfielder, and a comprehensive finish to boot and the Three Lions celebrate a draw.
      It won’t be the last time that this superstar comes to England’s rescue over the next decade.

      Copy linkCopiedAt the death!

      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium
      90+2. Inside four minutes of stoppage time, and Lukebakio has the chance to seal a famous Belgian win but spoons over when the chance was laid on a plate from the right.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – Maddison yellow card
      90. Rice and Onana square up to each other in the centre-circle, exchange some harsh words, and then indicate that they can carry it on off the pitch after the game.
      At the end of that little episode, James Maddison get booked.
      Don’t even ask.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium 
      88. Vertonghen knocks Foden over in the area, and although the England forward looks towards referee Sebastian Gishamer, it’s more in hope than any expectation.
      Strong defending from the former Tottenham favourite.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium 
      86. There’s no great charge from England, no kitchen sink being thrown.
      Nevertheless, Foden is desperately trying to force an equalise from somewhere, somehow.
      Aside from his finishing, the Manchester City man has been extremely good again tonight.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium
      84. England are a little over five minutes away from their first back-to-back defeats at Wembley for 11 years.
      Still, I’m sure football fans won’t overreact on social media as a result.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – Belgium substitutions
      82. A triple change for the Belgians.
      Off go Romelu Lukaku, Orel Mangala and Zeno Debast.
      On come Michy Batshuayi, Lois Openda and Wout Faes.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – England substitutions
      80. Two more changes for the hosts.
      Jarrod Bowen has been bright, but his time is up for Anthony Gordon.
      And also off is Ivan Toney. A goalscorer on his full debut, but he won’t have the chance to add to it with Ollie Watkins on in his place.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium
      78. Foden! It should have been the equaliser!
      It’s brilliant work from Bowen, who tricks his way across the Belgium backline before nicking a pass through to the Manchester City ace.
      Foden takes a nice touch to make room on his left foot, but then dras his subsequent effort wide of the far post.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium
      76. The pace has dropped noticeably, and there are some tired-looking players out there.
      Not least Ivan Toney, who half-heartedly pulls out of a challenge on Doku on halfway.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – England substitution
      74. Kobbie Mainoo’s night is over but the 18-year-old can be very proud of his performance. He has been excellent.
      James Maddison is on for the final 16 minutes plus.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium
      72. A wonderful challenge by Bellingham to deny Doku when the winger was in full flight.
      The midfielder’s game isn’t all about attacking. That was peak Bobby Moore.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – Belgium substitutions
      70. Two more switches for Domenico Tedesco and his visiting team.
      The Belgium boss sends on the experienced Thomas Meunier and Aster Vranckx, replacing double-goalscorer Youri Tielemans and Arthur Theate.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium 
      68. Midway through the second half, and England still trail – but the chances are coming.
      There’s relatively little action on the home bench at the moment, but could that change soon?
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – Gomez yellow card
      66. It’s a first yellow card of the night, and it’s shown to Joe Gomez.
      The Liverpool defender is penalised for a foul on Doku, although the caution could be the result of a totting up process.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium 
      64. Lukaku blazes over at one end, and then England go to work.
      Bowen bursts through the middle, Foden is denied inside the area by a brilliant Onana challenge, and then Mainoo’s goalbound drive is superbly kept out by the legs of Sels.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium
      62. England go close again.
      Unsurprisingly, Foden and Bellingham are at the heart of it, the former holding off a barrage of opponents before finding the latter on the right-side of the penalty area.
      The Real Madrid man’s low cross is cleverly met by Bowen at the near post with an instinctive shot that Sels does well to hold.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 1-2 Belgium – Belgium substitution
      60. The visitors make the first of what I suspect will be many second half substitutions.
      It’s a change in attack with Sevilla’s Dodi Lukebakio coming on for Leandro Trossard.
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      England 0-1 Brazil LIVE RESULT: Three Lions stunned as teen sensation Endrick fires visitors to thrilling Wembley win

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      ENGLAND have lost once again to Brazil in their Euro 2024 preparations Wembley affair – and it’s Endrick who has stolen the headlines.The Three Lions cannot say it hadn’t been coming especially when woeful defending led to Lucas Paqueta hitting the post.And they were eventually punished when super sub Endrick came on to hand Brazil the win.
      RESULT: England 0-1 Brazil
      FREE live stream: All 4
      TV channel: Channel 4
      England starting XI: Pickford; Walker, Stones, Maguire, Chilwell; Gallagher, Rice; Foden, Bellingham, Gordon; Watkins
      Brazil starting XI: Bento; Danilo, Bruno, Beraldo, Wendell, Guimaraes, Gomes; Rodrygo, Paqueta, Vinicius Jr; Raphinha
      BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThat’s all from Wembley Stadium
      England have been beaten on home soil for the first time in four years, but there’s no reason to panic – yet.
      The Euros remain three months away, and this evening could yet prove to be an important experience for those players who end up having crucial – if peripheral – roles to play.
      And the Three Lions will get another opportunity to test themselves against high-calibre opposition when they take on Belgium here on Tuesday.
      We’ll be back at Wembley then with live coverage of all the action – you won’t miss a kick.
      Until then, thanks for joining us and goodnight.
      Copy linkCopiedExtra! Read all about it!
      Before we sign off from the home of football for the night, let’s relive this evening’s action with Dave Kidd’s match report of England’s 1-0 defeat to Brazil at Wembley.
      Get your prayer mats out and ask the big man upstairs to keep Harry Kane fit for the Euros – because it was no Kane, no party as England suffered their first defeat since the World Cup, courtesy of a late strike from Brazil’s new wonderkid Endrick.Dave KiddThe Sun

      Copy linkCopiedPlenty of positives for Southgate
      Gareth Southgate insisted at looking at the bigger picture after England had fallen to defeat by Brazil at Wembley.
      The Three Lions boss believes there are many reasons for optimism following a game in which he handed England debuts to Anthony Gordon, Ezri Konsa and Kobbie Mainoo.
      I thought there were lots of very good performances. It was a top level game and we’ve controlled long parts of it. We’ve had as many attempts at goal as them, and in the end it’s that ruthless moment that decides the game. But we’ve had a couple of debuts, some players with very few caps, and there were some very important individual performances.Gareth SouthgateChannel 4

      Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from Wembley Stadium
      England failed to kick on in the second half after a steady opening 45 minutes, and only managed to must three shots on target across the whole encounter.

      Copy linkCopiedFull time – England 0-1 Brazil
      It’s all over, and England’s undefeated run at Wembley comes to an end.
      The Three Lions were last beaten here by Denmark in the Nations League back in October 2020 – 21 home games ago.
      The only goal was scored by 17-year-old substitute Endrick, his first goal for his country that made him the youngest ever player to score in a senior men’s game at Wembley.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      90+5. In the final seconds of the encounter, Brazil break from an England corner.
      Pereira once again shows composure to cooly play in Endrick, who should bag a second, but sees his shot stopped by Pickford.

      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      90+2. Joao Gomes infuriates Ezri Konsa by knocking the ball out of his hands as he prepares to take a throw-in.
      It’s Wolves v Aston Villa, what do you expect?
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      90. The board goes up to signal four minutes of stoppage time, which is just long enough for Rashford to misdirect a header into the nearest defender at the far post.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil – Brazil substitutions
      88. A final two changes for the South Americans.
      Wendell and Vinicius Junior head off to be replaced by Bremer and Pablo Maia.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      86. Mainoo has settled into the match seamlessly despite Brazil’s late strike.
      The youngster appears completely unfazed by international football.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      84. The majority of this Wembley crowd are feeling flat now after that goal, and are unlikely to help England back into the game.
      Instead, the hosts are going to have to conjure some inspiration themselves, and – sad to say – it looks unlikely.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      82. As the game restarts, television viewers are shown the still that clearly has Endrick behind the ball when Vinicius Junior struck his shot…
      …but that didn’t seem to be the call that England were asking about.
      Instead, their appeals centred around Vinicius Junior’s original run on to Pereira’s pass.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-1 Brazil
      80. A wonderful moment for 17-year-old Endrick!
      But England are absolutely furious!
      Andreas Pereira clips a delightful pass over the home defence for Vinicius Junior to race on to, and although the forward’s shot is blocked by Jordan Pickford, Brazil’s teenage substitute follows it in to fire into the empty net.
      John Stones, Lewis Dunk and an array of players in white shirts surround the referee, desperately asking for an offside in the build-up, but after a very brief VAR check, the goal is deemed to stand.
      Brazil lead at Wembley!

      Copy linkCopiedTeenage kicks!

      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil – Brazil substitutions
      78. Two more substititions for Brazil.
      Douglas Luiz joins Aston Villa players Ezri Konsa and Ollie Watkins on the pitch, and also on is Savio – the Girona star on loan from Manchester City, who will be in the first team squad at the Etihad next season.
      Raphinha and Bruno Guimaraes are the players who take their leave.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil
      76. A confident early touch for Mainoo, who receives the ball from defence, pushes forward and eventually lays off to Gomez on the left.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil – England substitutions
      75. It’s a Manchester United moment.
      Two more switches for the hosts bring in Marcus Rashford, and 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo, who becomes the 14th teenager in history to represent the senior England side.
      The pair replace Conor Gallagher and Anthony Gordon.

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      England 0-0 Brazil

      73. Dunk, so to react in the first instance, comes to England’s rescue with a perfectly-timed block to deny Raphinha.
      Vinicius Junior retrieves the play, but wastes it uncharacteristically with a horrible miscue.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil – Brazil substitutions
      71. A couple of interesting changes for the visitors.
      First on is Fulham’s Andreas Pereira for only his second international cap, and his first in more than five years.
      Also coming on is the much-heralded Endrick, the 17-year-old striking sensation who will soon be joining Real Madrid.
      Rodrygo and Lucas Paqueta make way.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil
      70. Gallagher goes down under pressure in the penalty area, but already has a wry smile on his face as he looks hopefully towards the unimpressed referee.

      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil
      68. With Chilwell’s removal, it looks as though Joe Gomez is going to continue in the left-back role that he has filled in at for Liverpool this season.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil – England triple substitution
      66. A trio of England changes sees Lewis Dunk, Joe Gomez and Jarrod Bowen introduced into the ‘action’.
      Off go Harry Maguire, Ben Chilwell, and – as predicted – Jude Bellingham.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil
      64. A Konsa free-kick upfield ends up falling for Bellingham, whose snapshot is wide of the target.
      It looks like that will be the Real Madrid’s man last involvement tonight.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 0-0 Brazil
      62. There’s movement on the England bench, and changes could be amount to be made.
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      60. Now it’s Paqueta’s turn to have a speculative effort from long range.
      Pickford throws himself to his right as the ball veers wide, more for the cameras than anything else.
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      Moses Itauma vs Dan Garber LIVE RESULTS: Itauma STOPS opponent in brutal first round victory to go 8-0 as a pro – latest

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      MOSES ITAUMA picked up another win tonight as he beat Dan Garber in the first round of their York Hall clash. The fight was an uneventful one but displayed once again Itauma’s punching prowess and power as he went 8-0 as a professional.
      Ring walks start time: approx 9pm GMT
      Live stream: discovery+
      TV channel: TNT Sports 1
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      The newly crowned champ says: “I started boxing at 15, I fell in love with the sport, I was homeless for a while.
      “My life has been ups and down, with suicide ideas and homelessness.
      “But I said my dream was to be Northampton’s first British champion and now I have done that.
      “It’s amazing if I might inspire a few kids in the gym, that’s the best thing you can do.”
      Copy linkCopiedFast Lane
      Ashley Lane lifts the Lonsdale belt, aged 33 and at the second attempt.
      Incredible night for the Northampton bantamweight.
      Bourke looked to have it won in the first two rounds.
      But then it totally switched and Lane went through the gears.
      Sensational effort and achievement.
      Copy linkCopiedLane wins TKO R6
      Bourke folds under the presser and Lane achieves a lifelong dream.
      Bourke was punches from corner to corner and he could not take the assault.
      Bourke collapsed once but got away without a count and a breather.
      But Lane steamed straight back in and battered his for until he had to be saved.
      Copy linkCopiedBourke vs Lane R5
      Lane might be 3-2 up now.
      He is not just swarming over Bourke and smothering him, he is catching him with scoring punches.
      Bourke is always conceding space when Lane advances, stepping back to the ropes and tucking up.
      Bourke’s corner tell their man not to let Lane bully him – but it ain’t easy.
      Copy linkCopiedBourke vs Lane R4
      Bourke trades less but still stays too static for his corner’s liking.
      Lane’s fitness for a man of his age is stunning.
      Bourke is now struggling to keep away from Lane’s constant pressure.
      Has Bourke blown his fitness by sweating down to bantam for the first time?
      Can Lane break down the younger and taller man?
      Copy linkCopiedBourke vs Lane R3
      A more even round after Bourke raced into a 2-0 lead.
      The Lane corner is sure Bourke will tire.
      And Martin Bowers in the Bourke corner is annoyed their man stood and traded with Northampton’s pressure fighter.
      Copy linkCopiedBourke vs Lane R2
      Veteran Lane is fighting like a man possessed, fearless and ferocious.
      But Bourke is measured and accurate, cool and explosive.
      Bourke is also defending really well, he has to with Lane pouring on so much pressure.
      Copy linkCopiedBourke vs Lane R1
      Bourke’s bodywork is already looking the difference, whipped low hooks into Lane’s ribs.
      Two brilliant little left uppercuts land from Bourke but Lane is still a rash all over him.
      Lane’s face is already bashed-up and bleeding. Lane’s nose is spewing blood but he doesn’t seem buzzed or groggy.
      Copy linkCopiedBourke vs Lane R1
      The main event of the evening for the British bantamweight title.
      Chris Bourke from the Peacock Gym vs Northampton’s English champion Ashley Lane.
      The colourful and vacant Commonwealth belt is also on the line.
      Lanes starts on the front foot but Bourke landing better punches on the backfoot.
      Copy linkCopiedThe prodigy speaks
      After racing to 8-0, Itauma says: “It was good getting back in the ring and I could have got him out of there earlier.
      “I trained for a longer fight so I would have fancied three or four rounds.
      “I don’t enjoy the training but I like the fights, I can get used to this.”
      Copy linkCopiedItauma wins R1 KO
      Dan Garber deserves a medal for lasting almost 2 minutes.
      Every Itauma punch was punishing.
      Garber was brave and tried to fight, defend and eventually run and hide.
      But Itauma is a monster.
      Copy linkCopiedMoses Itauma returns!
      The most exciting young force in British boxing is out for his eighth fight now.
      Brave Dan Garber has taken on the short-notice challenge and he deserves out best wishes.
      Because Chatham’s 19-year-old southpaw sensation is a menace.
      Copy linkCopiedplenty of rabbit from Hutch
      The winner says: “I needed that, the last time my opponent got taken out on a stretcher so I couldn’t enjoy it.
      “I want these big names next, Buatsi, Yarde, Azeez, I want them and then the world titles.
      “I will fight all of them because it is in me, it is in my blood.
      “I can talk, but I can walk the walk too.”
      Copy linkCopiedHutchinson wins TKO R2
      A monster of a right hand downs Houben.
      The brave German jumps up too quickly and gets no rest.
      Hutch steams into him and unloads until the referee has to dive in and save him.
      Ruthless from the flying Scotsman.
      Copy linkCopiedHutchinson vs Houben R2
      Hutch slashes a vicious lead right hook into Houben’s left flank, them ribs are burnt.
      Houben is fit and strong, he is in shape and throwing plenty back.
      But Hutchinson is playing with him
      Copy linkCopiedHutchinson vs Houben R1
      Light-heavy Willy Hutchinson continues his rebuild against the visiting German Martin Houben.
      Houben is stung early by a mean right hand from Hutchinson in the orthodox stance.
      Another rapid and ruthless volley peppers Houben’s guard and he will be thankfully to hear the bell.
      Houben is tough, he has taken a pasting from the Scot.
      Copy linkCopiedSugar rush
      The newly 9-0 ace fancies a WBC youth title next, saying: “I feel on top of the world right now.
      “It feels like a dream come true to be training day-in-day-out and showing the improvements.
      “I want to keep pushing forward and be out again as soon as possible, I want to bank titles this year.”
      Copy linkCopiedRBS wins R4 KO
      A barrage of left hooks and uppercuts pins Perez into the ropes and corner.
      RBS steps on the gas and Perez’ neck and hammers him until he folds.
      Perez is not knocked out, but he cannot beat the count.
      Helluva finish for Royston.
      Copy linkCopiedRBS vs Perez 3
      Sugar Boy Roy has always been technically sound and flashy but he’s also added power and spite to his arsenal.
      This is his toughest test because Perez will not go over easy.
      The English leftie is peppering Perez’s face and guard with righ-hand jabs and whipping power punches to his tattooed torso.
      3-0 RBS, punch perfect so far.
      Copy linkCopiedRBS vs Perez 2
      Trainer Ben Davison, the new AJ mentor for his wins over Otto Wallin and Francis Ngannou, is guiding RBS.
      The Harlow mentor tells his charge to go through the gears, vary the jab and break his oppo down.
      Perez is staggered, slashed at and teased. But he is still upright, proud and firing back.
      Copy linkCopiedRBS vs Perez R1
      Royston Barney-Smith, one of Britain’s brightest prospects, takes the opener over the tough Costa Rican Jose Manuel Perez.
      The Brit is like a preying mantis in there, long and thin and vicious.
      But Perez is a proper journeyman who has only been stopped once.
      But the Southampton southpaw is transforming from a wonderboy into a man.
      Copy linkCopiedThree ‘n easy for Noakes
      Sean Noakes took just three rounds to complete a stoppage triumph over Marian Wesołowski that looked inevitable almost from the start.
      The Maidstone welterweight soon caught his Polish rival at ease – with jabs and then straight rights.
      Wesolowski briefly responded well in the second round.
      But Noakes quickly turned on the power again, especially when he crunched into his opponent’s draw with a right upper-cut.
      Another big right early in the third round set Noakes up to finish it.
      And an overhand right followed by a brutal uppercut were the decisive blows, with the referee halting proceedings as Wesolowski slumped in the corner.
      Copy linkCopiedWeighty concern for Bourke
      Ashley Lane hopes Chris Bourke’s weight loss can be a gain for him.
      Bourke has dropped from super-bantamweight to bantamweight for his second shot at a British title.
      Lane has noted that his rival twice came in at 120½lbs and once at 121lbs in his last three fights.
      But Bourke’s response is that this is the first time he has had more than four weeks to make 118lbs.
      Copy linkCopiedJake hits out
      Appearing on the Betr podcast, Jake Paul could hardly hide his exasperation at claims over his Mike Tyson fight.
      He said: “It’s so sad that millions of people believe that. It’s f***ing absurd. Obviously, none of that is true.
      “They’re so f***ing stupid. Anyone who believes that s should not be allowed to vote.
      “Actually, I thought of this – there should be these hidden tests throughout life that qualify you to be able to vote or not.
      “And they don’t know whether they’re taking a test or not.
      “The fact that these people are not only driving around on our streets but they’re able to vote? They’re out there driving cars!
      “They’re dumb as f*** and it’s sad.“We live in a f***ed up world. Humans are getting more and more stupid every day. It’s crazy.”
      Copy linkCopiedPaul fumes at crazy rumours over Tyson fight
      Jake Paul has fumed at online theories that his fight with Mike Tyson has a series of bonkers rules.
      Earlier this month it was announced that the Problem Child would be facing Iron Mike at the 80,000-seater AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on July 20.
      One mooted stipulation was that Paul would be allowed to wear a head guard while Tyson went without.
      While another claimed that he’d be able to tag-team his WWE star brother Logan in.

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      England shirt updates — Football fans furious after change to St George’s Cross on 2024 Nike kit as FA ‘stand by’ move

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      ENGLAND fans have been left furious after a change was made to the St George’s Cross on the new England home kit. The Three Lions’ strips were unveiled on Monday with the traditional red cross altered to one with navy, light blue and purple as part on a “playful update”.Despite the backlash, Nike will not succumb to pressure from some England fans to revert the decision, according to The Mail.A Nike spokesperson said: “The England 2024 Home kit disrupts history with a modern take on a classic. The trim on the cuffs takes its cues from the training gear worn by England’s 1966 heroes, with a gradient of blues and reds topped with purple.”The same colours also feature an interpretation of the flag of St. George on the back of the collar.”Read our live blog below for the latest news and updates…How much will it set you back?
      The new kits, which are reportedly designed to “unite and inspire”, are retailing at £124.99 for adults and a whopping £119.99 for children.
      Fans can also get their hands on a cheaper “stadium” version which costs £84.99 and £64.99 for children.
      Keir Starmer also said that Nike could “They could also “reduce the price of the shirts”.
      Copy linkCopiedA kit change could take up to 9 months
      The 2024 kit was agreed upon two years ago and the unlikely decision to create and distribute a new one would take between six and nine months.
      It is understood the flag alteration was the work of a Nike designer, but was also signed off by the FA.
      And the FA insist the decision was made to “honour the classic colour regime of 1966 training gear”.
      Copy linkCopied’It’s a national identity and I just don’t really think it needs to be changed’
      Adrian Bevington, the former FA managing director, said he would not have signed off the shirt.
      He told TalkSPORT: “I think it’s an emotive subject and it was always going to cause the conjecture that we’ve got.
      “I always try and see it from all sides, and I understand from Nike’s perspective they’re looking to push all the time and be cutting edge and as modern as they can be to the different markets they serve.”
      Bevington said however, it is “our flag”.
      He continued: “When the games take place, particularly during the tournament, you’ll see the stadium absolutely swamped with the cross of St George hanging everywhere.
      “It’s a national identity and I just don’t really think it needs to be changed. And it’s going to upset a lot of people because people do feel passionate about this.”
      Copy linkCopiedPeter Shilton ‘totally against’ new kit
      Former England goalkeeper Shilton also has his say – announcing he was “totally against” the new shirt.
      He told GB News: “I am totally against it, which I don’t think is a surprise. I mean I am a traditionalist, really.
      “I think we have seen a lot of design changes on shirts and that’s to get the fans to buy the new shirt every time it changes.
      “But now they are messing with the colours on a national flag and you know, where would it stop once it starts?
      “Is the next shirt going to have more changes in the colour? So I am against it, I think it is wrong.
      “It is only a small change, but I think it could be the start of more changes.
      “That’s the way I look on it, once you start changing the colour. I mean the Three Lions is obviously traditional and the fans love that.
      “I am very surprised to be fair that the FA agreed to this but it’s all about money and making money and if the shirt sponsor says look ‘we’d like to do this’ then sometimes you get maybe members at the FA who think, ‘Oh well, we are getting paid well for it.’ ‘You know, we won’t bother’.”
      Copy linkCopiedHarry Reknapp slams new kit
      Footie legend Harry Redknapp has had his say on the saga.
      Redknapp this morning blasted the decision as “an absolute disgrace”.
      He slammed: “I’ve seen plenty of own goals in my time, but this has to be the worst ever.
      “Who on earth thought this was a good idea? It’s the cross of St George, red and white…would Nike do this with another country’s national flag?
      “It’s something that should be respected, not changed for a bit of playful fun, as they put it.
      “In my book it’s an absolute disgrace – I hope they see sense and have a rethink.”
      Copy linkCopied’Don’t mess’ with the flag
      Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer has waded in on the decision to change the St Georges Cross.
      The culture secretary said: “Fans should always come first, and it’s clear that this is not what fans want.”
      “Our national heritage – including St George’s Cross – brings us together. Toying with it is pointless and unnecessary,” Ms Frazer said.
      Copy linkCopiedWhat colour is the away kit?
      The home kit is the classic white with a blue collar and blue shorts.
      Meanwhile, the second strip is all purple and has received widespread praise from fans.
      Lastly, the keeper’s will line up in between the sticks in eye-catching orange jerseys.

      Copy linkCopiedRishi Sunak slams kit
      The Prime Minister has today spoken out on the kit, which has been showcased for Euro 2024, and said St George’s Cross “should not be messed with”.
      Mr Sunak has said he “prefers the original” England shirt, as he waded in on the row over Nike’s decision to change the colour of the St George’s Cross on its new jersey.
      He said: “Obviously I prefer the original, and my general view is that when it comes to our national flags, we shouldn’t mess with them.
      “Because they are a source of pride, identity, who we are, and they’re perfect as they are.”
      Copy linkCopiedHow did England unveil the new kits?
      Players from the men’s, women’s and para teams were part of a photoshoot showing off the fresh Nike attire.
      Among the stars included Harry Kane, Mary Earps, Phil Foden, Beth Mead, Declan Rice, Lauren James and Bukayo Saka.

      Copy linkCopiedRishi Sunak slams change to St George’s Cross
      Rishi Sunak has slammed Nike’s changes to the St George’s Cross on the latest England kit.
      The PM claimed the St George’s Cross “should not be messed with”.
      He said: “Obviously I prefer the original, and my general view is that when it comes to our national flags, we shouldn’t mess with them.
      “Because they are a source of pride, identity, who we are, and they’re perfect as they are.”

      Copy linkCopiedHow much are the new kits?
      The new kits that are deigned to “unite and inspire” are retailing at £124.99 for adults and a whopping £119.99 for children.
      Fans can also get their hands on a cheaper “stadium” version which costs £84.99 and £64.99 for children.
      Keir Starmer also said that Nike could “They could also “reduce the price of the shirts”.
      Copy linkCopiedWhat does the new kit look like?
      The Three Lions’ strips were unveiled on Monday with the traditional red cross altered to one with navy, light blue and purple.
      Nike have opted to stick with the usual red, white and blue colours.

      Copy linkCopiedKeir Starmer slams decision to change St George’s cross colour
      Keir Starmer slammed the FA and Nike for changing the “unifying” St George’s flag on footy shirts.
      Sir Keir said the original colours were “unifying” – and called the St George’s cross “something to be proud of”.
      Speaking to Harry Cole on the Sun’s brilliant new politics show Never Mind the Ballots he said: “Yeah it was. I’m a big football fan, I go to England games, men, women’s games.
      “And the flag is used by everybody, it’s unifying, it doesn’t need to change.
      “We just need to be proud of it. So I think they should just reconsider this and change it back.”
      Copy linkCopiedSimon Jordan slams move
      TalkSPORT host Simon Jordan has slammed the decision to alter the St George’s Cross.
      He said: “I don’t quite understand why Nike want to have a playful brief on our identity.
      “Is our national identity a joke, is it something we’re ashamed of? I think our national identity is something we should be proud of. I don’t find it offensive, I find it unnecessary. 
      “Rather than reclaim it, what we’ll do is put up a meaningless cross that has no value to it and represents nobody.
      “No other country would allow this to happen, they wouldn’t allow it to be done on their national shirt.
      “This is the same Nike that couldn’t even be bothered to produce Mary Earps shirts. I don’t think we should be taking lessons from Nike on the values of this country.
      “And the FA are absolutely complicit in this. The FA will have their virtue-signalling fingers all over this.”
      Copy linkCopiedHow long would it take to change the kit?
      The 2024 kit was agreed upon two years ago and the unlikely decision to create and distribute a new one would take between six and nine months.
      It is understood the flag alteration was the work of a Nike designer, but was also signed off by the FA.
      And the FA insist the decision was made to “honour the classic colour regime of 1966 training gear”.

      Copy linkCopiedNike will not budge
      According to The Mail, Nike will not succumb to pressure from some England fans to change the alteration.
      A Nike spokesperson said: “The England 2024 Home kit disrupts history with a modern take on a classic.
      “The trim on the cuffs takes its cues from the training gear worn by England’s 1966 heroes, with a gradient of blues and reds topped with purple.
      “The same colours also feature an interpretation of the flag of St. George on the back of the collar.”
      Copy linkCopiedWhat could be the reason behind the colour change?
      It is thought to be a nod to the 1966 World Cup winners’ training kit – which contained blue, red and purple.
      The change led to some labelling the shirt “woke” as they called on the manufacturer to revert back to the usual colours.
      Copy linkCopiedEngland fans furious after kit change
      England fans have been left furious after a change was made to the St George’s Cross on the new England home kit.
      The Three Lions’ strips were unveiled on Monday with the traditional red cross altered to one with navy, light blue and purple as part on a “playful update”.

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      Wales 4 Finland 1: Dragons one game away from Euro 2024 as David Brooks leads demolition job against Finns

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      WALES are one game away from yet another major tournament after Rob Page’s forward-thinking gamble paid off.The Dragons boss took the surprise decision to leave out giant striker Kieffer Moore who has often been his man for the big occasion.Neco Williams first half screamer put Wales on their way to the playoff finalCredit: GettyDan James put the cherry on top with the fourthCredit: AFPYet the three who got the nod – Brennan Johnson, Harry Wilson and David Brooks – all played their part in getting the first part of the job done.Having taken care of the Finns, the question now is can they apply the finishing touches on Tuesday night.Only Robert Lewandowski and Poland stand between Wales and a third straight trip to the Euros .They are using a ‘get out of jail card’ having got into the play offs via their Nations League record – but the Red Wall will not care one bit if it gets them to Germany.And the fact they are back here again on Tuesday night means they have a golden chance of reaching a fourth major tournament in the last five attempts.The Dragons have now lost only three of their last 20 games in front of their own fans in Cardiff and will be full of confidence. If Page had any doubts about his decision to leave out Moore, they were soon blown away as within three minutes it looked an inspired move.Johnson flicked into the path of Wilson who burst clear but saw his shot pushed away by Finnish keeper Lucas Hradecky.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSYet Brooks was on hand to steer home the rebound for his fourth goal for his country – and the home side had the start they dreamed of.Finland had shown they are no pushovers by chalking up 18 points in their Euro 2024 qualifying group – which was only enough for them to end up in joint third.Eight of the greatest players to never win the Ballon d’Or despite their incredible careersAnd they worked their way back into the game with Daniel Hakans firing over after Wales failed to clear their lines.Former Norwich forward Teemu Pukki got clear of the Dragons defence but fired straight at Danny Ward – while Joel Pohjanpalo saw an effort blocked blocked.The visitors were enjoying most of the ball so it was against the run of play as the home side doubled their lead after Johnson was fouled on the edge of the box.It looked perfect for Wilson to try his luck but instead the Fulham man rolled it into the path of Neco Williams who curled a beauty into the top corner from 20 yards.Eat your heart out Gareth Bale.Wales had clear daylight and fans were dreaming of packing their bags for Germany this summer.But the visitors probably felt hard done by to be two goals behind and they pulled one back on the stroke of half-time.Pohjanpalo flicked a pass through to Pukki who raced clear and beat Ward with a clever finish – with a VAR check confirming he was just onside.He may be 33 now and plying his trade for Minnesota United in the MLS – but a 40th international goal is some haul.The interval came at a perfect time for Page’s men and whatever he said to them at the break worked a treat.Within two minutes a Wilson free-kick was nodded across goal by Ethan Amapdu – winning his 50th cap for his country.  It found Brooks whose effort was going wide but Johnson was there to poke in at the back post. It was a first goal for his country in almost two years for the Spurs man – but what a vital one it was. Brooks’ hand in the goal turned out to be his last involvement for the on loan Southampton man as Moore was thrown on with half an hour remaining.Wilson could have put the seal on the victory as he found space but curled a shot inches wide – while Moore fired an effort straight at the keeper soon afterwards.  Ben Davies saw a goal ruled out for offside – but they were gifted a fourth to finally end any doubts four minutes from time.Miro Tenho took far too long in clearing a long ball forward and sub Dan James nipped in to mark his 50th cap in perfect fashion.Remind yourself how the game went with our live blog below.
      Kick-off time: 7:45pm GMT
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