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      Arsenal vs PSG LIVE RESULT: Dembele’s stunning early strike gives Parisians the advantage in Champions League semi-final

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      PSG have beaten Arsenal 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.Ousmane Dembele broke the deadlock after just four minutes with a stunning strike into the bottom right corner.Gianluigi Donnarumma made a huge save to deny Gabriel Martinelli at the end of the first-half as the Parisians went into the interval a goal to the good.After the break, Mikel Merino thought he had levelled the tie, but VAR ruled out the Spaniard’s goal for a marginal offside.Donnarumma was busy again just before the hour mark, getting down well to his right to prevent Leandro Trossard the equaliser.With minutes to go at the Emirates, Goncalo Ramos raced through on goal and struck the bar as Arsenal managed to escape going two down in the tie.The Gunners have it all to do in Paris next week as they look to progress to the Champions League final for the first time since 2006.Match result: Arsenal 0-1 PSGArsenal starting team: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Rice, Merino, Saka, Trossard, MartinelliPSG starting team: Donnarumma, Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes, Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz, Doue, Dembele, KvaratskheliaBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from The Emirates with our live blog below…Mammoth tie awaits in ParisArseal’s season will all come down to a clash at the Parc des Princes against PSG next week.Their whole season rests upon it as their only chance of silverware.A goal down from the first-leg, they need to do the unthinkable and go and win in France.These are the moments that separate the best from the rest.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedMikel always drawing positivesWhen doing his media duties after games, Arteta will always talk about what his side did well and rue how things did not go their way.He did that this evening when talking about how Merino was millimetres offside for their disallowed goal.As we saw on the graphic, he was off by half a yard.It is all well and good protecting your players from criticism as all good managers should, but behind the scenes he needs to identify their failings.Arsenal dominate possession in games but show no penetration in the final third for large portions of games.They cannot afford to do that at the Parc des Princes if they want to make this season’s final.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedYoungster struggles to deal with defenderBukayo Saka did not have the sort of impact he was hoping for this evening against PSG.Nuno Mendes did a similar job on Mohamed Salah when they played Liverpool in the competition over two-legs.The Arsenal winger will need to work with his coaches to see how he can one over the PSG defender when they travel to Paris.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSpaniard has bragging rights in capitalPSG boss Luis Enrique spoke about his side’s win at The Emirates:Well, I think emotions are that high it is difficult to analyse. I think we show what kind of team we are and we score the first goal in the first two or three minutes. It is still going to be a very tough match in Paris. That is the work of goalkeepers is it not, that is what they are to do. We need to prepare for the second match, it is going to be difficult. We have a small advantage but we have to play like we did today.Luis EnriquePSGCopy linkCopiedVisitors win all key battlesPSG came to the capital knowing that they needed to shutdown the supply of Arsenal’s key players.They did just that with Martin Odegaard.The Norwegian struggled to get the ball in key areas where he could hurt Luis Enrique’s side.Copy linkCopiedBoss gives view on performanceSpeaking with Amazon Prime after the game, Arteta gave his thought’s on the defeat in North London:We are disappointed with the result. We put so much into the game. I think after the goal we got better and better and better. Credit to them, they got the goal and were clinical. Sometimes you have to recognise the talent of the opposition. Trossard was millimetres offside and these are the fine margins. It is half-time and we have a big chance to make the final. Mikel ArtetaArsenalCopy linkCopiedGunners breaking unwanted recordsTonight’s defeat is Arsenal’s first at home in this season’s Champions League competition.However, the club have now gone six games without scoring a goal in a semi-final in this trophy.They will need to have a more attacking mindset when they travel to Paris and look to turn this tie around.Copy linkCopiedFrench champions get job doneSpeaking with Amazon Prime after the game, PSG’s midfield dynamo gave his thoughts:It was a great night. Most for the group, it was a very good performance for the team. We controlled the games with the ball, today we defended well, we attacked well. It was a very strong performance from us. We have to continue like this, it is not over. We have to play a good game in Paris now. We could have scored more as well but we are happy with the one-nil.VitinhaPSGCopy linkCopiedGunners disappointed in capitalYou could see from the reactions of the players that this was a bitter blow for Mikel Arteta’s side.After all the jubilation of their home win against Real Madrid, this was the complete other end of the spectrum.Defeats tell you more about your squad than wins and it will be interesting to see how The Gunners bounce back.Credit: EPACredit: PACredit: EPACopy linkCopiedRice off the boil in deep roleArsenal certainly missed the driving runs of Declan Rice from box to box this evening against PSG.Without Thomas Partey, he had to play in a much deep role, sitting in front of the back four.It impacted on their whole game with Odegaard not having that person to link up with in the final third.Copy linkCopiedFans fail to be the extra manAgainst Real Madrid, The Emirates was a cauldron of noise from start to finish, making for an intimidating atmosphere.That lasted all of four minutes today and resembled a North London library for far too much of the game.They will experience how the home fans can make a difference next week in Paris at the Parc des Princes.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedTactics gives Gunners problemsGive credit where it is due to Luis Enrique, he out-thought his opposite number this evening.Despite the pack-house at The Emirates, they immediately took them out of the equation, grabbing an early goal to silence North London.Aside from a few half-chances, PSG looked comfortable for the majority of this match.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 0-1 PSGIt was not the night the Arsenal fans were hoping for tonight.They have it all to do when they visit Paris next week.Arteta’s side will certainly need to create more scoring opportunities.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at The EmiratesIt is undoubtedly a disappointing night for Arsenal and PSG will be happy to take that one-goal lead back to the Parc des Princes next week.It will be interesting to hear what Mikel Arteta has to say about his team’s defending for Ousmane Dembele’s early goal.Although Mikel Merino had an effort disallowed for Arsenal it could have been worse as PSG subs Bradley Barcola and Goncalo Ramos should both have scored near the end.It is not mission impossible for Arsenal in the second leg but nevertheless, they need to deliver something heroic.Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 0-1 PSGThe referee brings the game to an end.It is a slender win for PSG in North London.Disappointment for The Gunners.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG90+4. Rice steals the ball off the toe of Vitinha.He fouls the midfielder but the referee plays advantage.Nwaneri plays it into the path of Martinelli, who sends his shot into orbit.They have have to contact Elon Mush to get that one back.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG90+2. Luis Enrique’s side are closing down the options.Arsenal end up passing it sideways or backwards.Raya ends up sending it downfield, more hit and hope stuff.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG90. Arsenal are just lacking that killer-pass in the final third.PSG will just look to defend what they have now.We are going to have five added minutes.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG88. It is all getting a little desperate for the hosts. Zaire-Emery replaces Joao Neves for PSG.Nwaneri looks like he is about to come on for Arsenal, replacing Odegaard.Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG86. Ramos gets in behind the Gunners’ defence.The hosts are waiting for a flag that is never going to come.Fortunately the Portuguese striker’s toe-poked effort comes rattling off the crossbar with Raya beaten.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG84. What a chance for PSG to double their lead.Barcola is slotted through and only has the keeper to beat.His shot is poor as he drags it wide of the far post.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at The EmiratesPSG’s fans continue to make a real noise in the corner and they have not stopped singing all night. There will be a few croaky voices back to Paris on the Eurostar tomorrow. Their team now seems to have setted for a one-goal win and are happy to sit back and soak up the Arsenal pressure although they still look dangerous on the counter-attack.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG82. Stick or twist time now for The Gunners.That is the question, whether Arteta will look to get more players forward or not.White comes on for Timber for the hosts.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG80. We are into the final ten minutes of the game.Time is running out for The Gunners to find a goal.This has been a second-half of very few chances.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal 0-1 PSG78. Saka manages to bundle his way through two defenders.He gets a shot off but the keeper saves well at his near post.Then thhe flag goes up for offside to deny the hosts a corner.Copy linkCopied More

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      Arsenal vs PSG LIVE SCORE: Champions League semi-final updates as Gunners host French giants in first leg – stream FREE

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      ARSENAL play their biggest game of the season TONIGHT as they host PSG in the first leg of a scintillating Champions League semi-final tie!Any chance of the Gunners securing silverware this campaign rests on the one trophy that eludes them after seeing Liverpool secure the Premier League title on Sunday.And Mikel Arteta’s men will be confident they can do it after convincingly seeing off 15-time winners Real Madrid in the quarter-finals.However, they face a sensational PSG side who have already been crowned French champions, beat Aston Villa in the final eight, and have a devastating trio up top, which now includes January super signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.Kick-off time: 8pm BSTFREE live stream: Amazon Prime VideoArsenal starting XI: To followPSG starting XI: To followBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from The Emirates with our live blog below…Gunners’ good omenArsenal have a positive omen going into this evening’s huge match against Paris Saint-Germain.The Gunners host PSG in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals at the Emirates Stadium.They previously hosted the Ligue 1 champions in the group stage six months ago.Goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka saw Arsenal win 2-0 at home.Mikel Arteta will now be hoping for a similar result tonight.And the Spaniard has received what many superstitious fans may consider a good omen in the build-up.Slavko Vincic – the man who officiated the last match between Arsenal and PSG back in October – will be the referee tonight.Copy linkCopiedReminderAll players who were previously on a suspension tightrope during the quarter-finals are now not after all existing yellow cards are wiped after the last-8 stage.Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber and Gabriel Martinelli all survived suspension by avoiding a booking during the second leg of their tie with Real Madrid.Thomas Partey did receive his third booking of the Champions League campaign against Los Blancos, meaning he will miss tonight’s first leg against PSG.Copy linkCopiedArteta: ‘One of the biggest games the Emirates has seen’The Arsenal boss spoke about the excitement around North London ahead of tonight’s blockbuster first leg, he said: “=”You sense the energy, the enthusiasm, that it’s something unique. “It’s probably one of the biggest games that the Emirates has seen since we built it. We are making history. It’s a beautiful story right now, but we want much more. “We have to have the feeling that we have to hold [the players] back tomorrow to go on that pitch and express themselves. It’s a moment now to say: ‘OK, this is who we are, this is who we are as a team, this is who I am as an individual and I’m going to put my very best in there to make it happen’. “Play with that mindset and let yourself go. Live the now, the present. This is where we are. We are so fortunate.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedTonight’s officialsReferee: Slavko VincicAssistants: Tomaz Klancnik, Andraz KovacicFourth official: Matej JugVAR: Alen BorosakAssistant VAR: Dennis HiglerCredit: RexCopy linkCopiedWhen Arsenal last faced PSGArsenal’s 2-0 twin against PSG was their first Champions League win of the season.Kai Havertz put the Gunners in front on 20 minutes, getting on the end of a superb cross from Leandro Trossard.Before Bukayo Saka doubled Arsenal’s lead after his wide free-kick avoided everyone in the box and flew straight past Gianluigi Donnarumma.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedDonn their homeworkItalian star Gianluigi Donnarumma is seen as one of the best keepers in the world — but Arsenal will target him writes SunSport’s Charlie WyettCharlie wrote: “The Paris Saint-Germain No 1, 26, broke England’s hearts at Euro 2020.He helped dump Liverpool out of the last 16 of this year’s Champions League and then frustrated Aston Villa in the quarter-finals.Donnarumma has now played over 400 senior games but there is concern over his inability to deal with corners and crosses.He can also be suspect with the ball at his feet.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is certain to tell his players to fire crosses into the box and they will look to make the most of their set-pieces.Donnarumma’s shortcomings were exposed in the 2-0 loss at Arsenal in the group stages in October.The Gunners’ first goal saw a hesitant Donnarumma beaten as Kai Havertz anticipated a cross from Leandro Trossard and nodded in.Donnarumma was beaten again when Bukayo Saka’s low free-kick from the right went straight under him.The Italian’s view of the ball may have been obscured, but there seemed to be no talking between Donnarumma and his defenders.”Copy linkCopiedLast time out for the GunnersArsenal secured their spot in the Champions League semi-finals with a 5-1 aggregate win over Real MadridIn the first half, Thibaut Courtois denied Bukayo Saka from the penalty spot after a lengthy VAR check handed the Gunners a spot kick on 13 minutes.Real were given a penalty of their own minutes later for a Declan Rice foul on Kylian Mbappe, but the referee decided against his initial decision after going to the monitor, and Arsenal survived.Just after the hour mark, Saka opened the scoring on the night with a superb dinked finish, but the Gunners’ four-goal aggregate lead didn’t last long.A William Saliba howler gave Vinicius Jr an open goal – and the Brazilian made no mistake.In stoppage time, Gabriel Martinelli put the gloss on his side’s spectacular display with a stunning finish to give the North London giants a 2-1 win (agg 5-1) at the Bernabeu.Arsenal are now in their first Champions League semi-final since 2009.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedGunner flySpeaking of Leandro Trossard, jet-setting snooker star Luca Brecel has thanked the Belgian for giving him advice on the top continental private plane firm to book.Brecel,30, is close pals with the Arsenal winger, also 30, and will be rooting for him tonight in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain.On Saturday afternoon, the maverick potter took a private jet from Belgium to the UK on the day of his last 16 Crucible match with Ding Junhui.The 2023 world snooker champion set off from Maastricht in Holland and landed at East Midlands Airport at 3.17pm.From there he jumped in a car for the hour-long journey up to Sheffield but he was cutting it fine with the flying, especially if there had been an issue with weather or a no-land order by airport control officials.Brecel rented the aircraft for the 68-minute flight because he wanted to spend Friday night in his own bed in Maasmechelen.His arrival on English soil was only three-and-a-half hours before he faced Ding in the first session but it did not affect his display – he led 7-1 by the close of play.Copy linkCopiedHow Arsenal could lineup without ParteyWith Partey’s like-for-like replacement Jorginho also being injured, Mikel Arteta will more than likely drop Declan Rice in the six role and bring Mikel Merino back into the eight role.This would mean a start for Leandro Trossard up top who has been in hot goal-scoring form.Predicted starting XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Rice, Merino, Odegaard; Martinelli, Saka, TrossardCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedArteta’s selection headacheThomas Partey is OUT of the Champions League semi-final first leg tonight.The Arsenal star picked up a needless yellow card during the quarter-final second leg against Real Madrid.Partey, 31, was cautioned for his role in a clash with defender Antonio Rudiger.And he midfielder was berated for his stupidity by team-mate Declan Rice.The former West Ham captain was visibly angry with the Ghanaian as he could be seen lambasting him for his error.Now Arsenal boss Arteta will have to decide who will replace Partey in such a huge first leg.Copy linkCopiedAr you serious?PSG fans unfurled a banner aimed at Arsenal before losing their first Ligue 1 game of the season.The French giants were on course to match the Gunners’ invincible achievement this campaign.PSG have already wrapped up the Ligue 1 title with a massive 23-point advantage over second-placed Marseille.Ahead of Friday night’s clash against Nice at the Parc de Princes the club’s supporters had other things on their mind.Copy linkCopiedWelcome to SunSport’s coverage of Arsenal vs PSGIt’s sink or swim for Arsenal as they play the biggest game of their season TONIGHT in a mouthwatering Champions League semi-final first leg against PSG – and SunSport will be ALL over it.Any chance of the Gunners securing silverware this campaign rests on the one trophy that eludes them after seeing Liverpool secure the Premier League title on Sunday.And having suffered early exits from the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, it means that Arsenal’s only chance of securing silverware this season rests on the one trophy that eludes them – the Champions League.However, confidence is brewing around North London that they can do the unthinkable, especially after dumping 15-time winners and current holders Real Madrid out of the competition.Two Declan Rice stunning free-kicks in the first leg and a Bukayo Saka chipped effort fired Mikel Arteta’s men to a 5-1 aggregate win over Los Blancos in the quarter-finals.Another confidence booster to help Mikel Arteta’s men overcome this high French semi-final hurdle is that they have beaten PSG earlier on in the campaign.But that was a PSG side without in-form striker Ousmane Dembele, and January super signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.This has all the ingredients to be a super Champions League tie, so you don;t want to miss a thing.Copy linkCopied More

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      Liverpool win Premier League LIVE: Reds secure 20th title after thrashing Spurs as celebrations ensue – latest updates

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      LIVERPOOL have officially secured the Premier League title with an emphatic 5-1 win over Tottenham.It’s the Reds’ 20th league title, which is the joint most with Manchester United.Arne Slot has enjoyed a stunning first season at the helm on Merseyside, becoming the first Dutch manager to lift the prestigious Premier League trophy.Celebrations are well underway across the city as fans soak in the occasion after they were denied the chance for their 2020 league triumph due to Covid restrictions.Match result: Liverpool 5-1 TottenhamLiverpool team: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Gakpo, DiazTottenham team: Vicario; Spence, Danso, Davies, Udogie; Bergvall, Gray, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, TelCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…City celebrates massive titleThis club and silverware goes hand in hand with one another.It hurt so much to have such a lean spell of winning league titles.Now, they have won two Premier League trophies in five years.The rest of the league needs to be wary, The Reds go marching on.Credit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedPremier League champions tour datesLiverpool will go into their final four games knowing that their opponents will be facing the league champions.They will even receive guard of honours as they go out onto that pitch to do battle.Arne Slot’s side will want to celebrate this trophy in style and win all their remaining fixtures.Copy linkCopiedReds back on their perchLiverpool’s 20th top-flight title once again makes them the most decorated club in English football.The Premier League champions have got the hunger for winning trophies and this may well be the first of many.Many supporters have to endure lean periods but when you are experiencing these moments, it all seems so worth it.Credit: PACredit: AFPCredit: PACredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedSteal of the centuryLiverpool’s signing of Alexis Mac Allister for £35m from Brighton is now looking to be the ‘steal of the century’.He covered every blade of grass for The Reds today, scoring the goal to give them the lead at Anfield this afternoon.The Argentine was to get the ‘man of the match’ award and nobody deserved it more.Copy linkCopiedDutchman shows his worthWhen Arne Slot was named as the new Liverpool manager, most people where unaware who he even was.Managing a side in his native Netherlands, many wondered if he was the man to take over from Jurgen Klopp.In his first season he has shown them that he has come to carry on the good work of the German before him.Some shoes to fill, but this is a good start.Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedLocal lad who wanted to play for LiverpoolTrent Alexander-Arnold has achieved his dreams with this club,Coming through the youth system that turned him into one of the best players in the world.He has some tough decision to make over the coming weeks but none of that matters now as he celebrates a Premier League title.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHis name is Lucho, he came from PortoHe came to score, came to score, came to score, score, score.Luis Diaz grabbed the equaliser for The Reds today and they did not look back from that moment.The Columbian has become an important cog in this Liverpool machine and celebrates their success with Federico Chiesa.Credit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedYou cannot buy support like thisThere is a special relationship between Liverpool fans and their club.The passion, hunger and love for their players.Through thick and thin they back them, to experience moments like these.Different levels.Credit: GettyCredit: EPACopy linkCopiedThe king bows to his peopleLiverpool’s Egyptian King is on his knees thanking those who worship him.Mohamed Salah has been the best player in the world this season and delivered a Premier League title to the fans.Having signed a new contract, he is here to stay.And along with it, more success.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedCity bouncing with title winOutside of the ground was a sea of fans, even as the game was being played.No one could ever build a stadium big enough for the supporrt of this football club.They all wanted to see their Premier League champions, there will be parrties long into the night.Credit: PACredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSpecial achievement for Slot’s RedsTo win the Premier League with four games still to play shows just how dominant The Reds have been this season.Even when not at their best, this team found a way to win.The squad have clicked with their new manager and tactics, nobody in the Premier League have been able to live with them.What a way to seal it, with a 5-1 victory over Tottenham in front of their own fans.Credit: PACredit: GettyCredit: GettyCredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedLiverpool Hungary for moreIt has been a new experience for Dominic Szoboszlai as he wins his first Premier League title with The Reds.His creativity has been a major contribution in his team ensuring that they stay at the top of the table.As he cleebrates their win with these loyal fans, the midfielder knows this is something he wants to feel more and more.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedMacca lapping up the experienceSpeaking with Sky Sports, Alexis Mac Allister spoke about this feeling:To win a World Cup and now to win a Premier League is something really special. It wouldn’t be possible without my teammates and I am just one part of the puzzle. Something really, really special and hopefully we can enjoy it. I don’t think I will score that one again. It wasn’t bad. I think it was the right decision for me [joining Liverpool] and am really enjoying my time here. Alexis Mac AllisterLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedMagic moment for Liverpool fanHarvey Elliott has grown up as a Liverpool fan and travelled as a youngster to watch so many of their games.It must have seemed like a dream when he finally signed for them and this is something probably fantasised about out his back garden as a kid.Winning the title with his beloved Liverpool, with dad watching on from the stands.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAll roads lead to AnfieldAs Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates this title win, he stands taking in the atmosphere, no doubt making the hairs on the back of his neck stand up.Why would the full-back want to leave his hometown club, the sky is the limit for Arne Slot and co.He may well be thinking about how he cannot severe this tie, it means too much, he has to stay.And the fans would love nothing more.Credit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedSalah feels the love at AnfieldIf anyone wondered why Mohamed Salah wanted to stay at this club so much, it was for all to see today.The Egyptian feels like one of their own and these fans feel like his family and he wanted to win this title today for them.Since his arrival in 2017, it has been a match made in heaven and who would rule out plenty more days like this for Liverpool from this point.Credit: ReutersCredit: PACopy linkCopiedArne Slot embraces the fansWearing his Liverpool top which reads on the back ‘ champions 24/25′ the manager celebrates with the fans.He is given a microphone and sings…..’Jurgen Klopp, la la la la la’.Slot embraces his players, the Dutchman looks on cloud nine.These players and coaches have such a bond with each other and these fans.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEgyptian King absorbs title winSpeaking wiith Sky Sports, Salah expressed his feelings:Incredible, to win the Premier League with the fans, it’s incredible. This is way better, 100%. It is special with the fans. I’m glad that we are winners here. We wanted to win it here in front of the fans, incredible.Mohamed SalahLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedReds crowned Premier League championsIf you wondered how much this meant to the players, they are in dreamland right now.Celebrating with the fans and singing the club anthems.After a long slog this campaign, they are reaping the rewards right now.Credit: ReutersCredit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHeroes of Anfield RoadAnfield is still a cauldron of noise, with just as many fans if not more outside the ground.The whole city rejoices as do fans all over the world.Liverpool have some of the most passionate fans and there will be some celebrations tonight.They have suprised many this season and no other team has had an answer for them.Slot’s side have been on another level.Credit: ReutersCredit: APCopy linkCopiedSlot basking in gloryThe Liverpool manager spoke with Sky Sports as the whole of Anfield sang out his name:Wow. I think it is difficult to put it into words. You could feel how important it was for the fans to be here and the boys did a brilliant job here, as did the fans. First time we went one goal behind and I don’t think we could have lost this game today if you were here. Our main focus was to win this game and that makes it special. The belief for us to win it was almost through the whole season. Arne SlotLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedFans get the moment they dreamed ofWhile it seemed immenent The Reds would be crowned champions, nobody takes anything for granted.For these fans and all the others around the world, this is the what they dream of seeing, their club lifting major silverware.This has been a season to remember for all of them.Credit: APCredit: AFPCredit: PACopy linkCopiedSkipper knows why he stayedSpeaking with Sky Sports, van Dijk was feeling all the emotions with this experience:It is something special that we love to have. This is the most beautiful club in the world and I think we all deserve this. We have got to enjoy the next couple of weeks. I was desperate to do this for all the fans around the world. It is a great achievement.Virgil van DijkLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedReds seal title in styleAs ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ rings out across the ground, the players all stand side by side.It is spine-chilling to hear the anthem ring out.This is a special club, one like no other, and fully deserve this moment.Liverpool are Premier League champions and are looking to stay.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLiverpool are the cream of the cropThe fans erupt as it is confirmed they are champions.You can see just how much this means to the players as well as they celebrate their achievements.Arne Slot’s side have blown the opposition away as they open up a 15 point gap with four games remaining.Credit: APCredit: PACopy linkCopied More

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      Liverpool vs Tottenham LIVE SCORE: Premier League clash on NOW as Gakpo’s stunning finish puts Reds on cusp of title

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      LIVERPOOL are taking on Tottenham in a huge Premier League clash RIGHT NOW – with the Reds needing just one point to secure the title.The Merseyside giants side have been the standout team this season, and they are deservedly closing in on a 20th league crown.But things didn’t get off to the best start after former Liverpool striker Dominic Solanke headed Spurs ahead in the 12th minute.Tottenham’s role as party poopers didn’t last long as Luis Diaz struck to make it 1-1 minutes later.Normal service was then resumed with Alexis Mac Allister putting the Reds 2-1 up with a thunderbolt from the edge of the box before Cody Gakpo doubled his side’s lead with a stunning finish.Live stream: NOW TVTV channel: Sky Sports Main EventLiverpool team: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Gakpo, DiazTottenham team: Vicario; Spence, Danso, Davies, Udogie; Bergvall, Gray, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, TelCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Liverpool 3-1 Tottenham35. Tottenham look so open, this could be ideal for Liverpool.Whenever Spurs come forward and lose the ball, the hosts look like they are going to go up the other end and score.It is anyones’ guess what scoreline we will have here this afternoon.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 3-1 Tottenham33. As Bergvall fails to clear his lines, Gakpo picks up the loose ball.He shifts it to his right foot and drills it into the far corner.The champagne is now on ice for Arne Slot’s side.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Cody Gakpo (Liverpool)Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-1 Tottenham31. Alexander-Arnold strikes it but it sails over the crossbar.That would have been something special for the local lad to get amongst the goals in this crucial game.The atmosphere is something to behold at Anfield today.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-1 Tottenham29. Maddison goes straight through the back of Szoboszlai.The referee awards a free-kick in a dangerous position.This one is definitelty in range for a shot.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-1 Tottenham27. As a cross comes in for the visitors, Solanke gets up to flick it towards goal. Alisson takes no chances as he tips it over the bar.The resulting cross comes in but Konate wins the header.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-1 Tottenham25. Liverpool have turned this game on its head and Anfield is bouncing.’We’re gonna win the league and now you’re gonna believe us’ rings out from the stands.Arne Slot’s side are going to take some stopping at this point.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-1 Tottenham23. This game is evenly poised now, Spurs are struggling to get forward.The Reds are passing it around moving into pockets of space.At times, the visitors look all over the place in defence.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-1 Tottenham21. Liverpool have the ball in the back of the net once again.Gakpo is the player to tap home but it is ruled out offside.This time it was the correct decision from the linesman.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-1 Tottenham19. Anfield is rocking once again.Liverpool needed that quick goal after falling behind.Now Tottenham will be put under some intense pressure.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-1 Tottenham17. Szoboszlai squares the ball for Diaz to tap home.The flag immediately goes up for offside but the Hungarian is on by a country mile.The VAR review informs the referee to award the goal and Anfield erupts.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Luis Diaz (Liverpool)Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-1 Tottenham15. Slot’s side will feel some pressure now having gone behind.It was a solid header from the Tottenham striker to his credit.Of all the people to score, an ex-Liverpool player.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-1 Tottenham13. Well this was not in the script for today.As a corner comes in, Solanke rises to head it home.The Reds have it all to do now.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Dominic Solanke (Tottenham)Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 Tottenham11. As the corner comes in, Szoboszlai receives it with his back to goal.He takes one touch to control and tries an acrobatic overhead kick.It narrowly misses the top corner.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 Tottenham9. A hopeful ball is played into the far post.Gakpo does well to get it down and get a shot off.Vicario makes a save but the referee deems it having gone behind for a corner.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 Tottenham7. As a Tottenham attack breaks down, Liverpool hit them on the counter.Salah makes a run out wide and is found by a lofted pass.He looks to play it in early for Diaz but the Columbian had stopped his run.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 Tottenham5. A brief glimpse of goal for the visitors.It drops to Tel in the box but he cannot react quick enough.The last things these fans want is for the visitors to throw a spanner in the works.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 Tottenham3. Liverpool are awarded a free-kick in a danngerous area.It is too far out for a shot so they quickly work it out wide.Salah gets a shot off with his trusted left foot but sends it sailing over the target.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 Tottenham1. The atmosphere at Anfiield really is something else.Gakpo gets away down the left and Robertson is quick to support.The Reds pass it around, looking to stretch the visitors early on.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Liverpool vs TottenhamWe are underway at Anfield.This is such a huge game for Arne Slot’s side this afternoon.Liverpool get the match started.Copy linkCopiedAnfield rocking ahead of gameThe Liverpool fans are making this a cauldron of noise for this massive fixture against Tottenham.’We’re gonna win the league’ rings out from the stands.Games do not get bigger than this.Credit: APCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedBoss focussed on job for RedsArne Slot spoke to Sky Sports about the szie of the task at hand for his side today against Spurs:First of all is what is required of the players, they need to work really hard. Then the fans can play a big part as well. The louder they are, the harder the players work. There is a job to do for us, we have to be ready for Tottenham. Everybody knows what is is about, we need one point, today is the first chance we have to do that. Hopefully after we can start to enjoy.Arne SlotLiverpoolCopy linkCopied More

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      Nottingham Forest vs Man City LIVE SCORE: Lewis gives Pep’s side dream start in thrilling FA Cup semi-final tie – latest

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      MANCHESTER CITY have taken the lead inside TWO minutes in this mouthwatering FA Cup semi-final tie against Nottingham Forest.A lot of the focus before kick-off surrounded 18-year-old Zach Abott who is making his full debut for Nuno’s side.However, Forest fell behind inside TWO minutes courtesy of a sublime strike by Man City teen Rico Lewis.FREE live stream: BBC iPlayerTV channel: BBC OneNottingham Forest starting XI: Sels; Toffolo, Milenkovic, Murillo, Abbott; Dominguez, Oliveira; Gibbs-White, Danilo, Hudson-Odoi; WoodMan City starting XI: Ortega Moreno; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly; Lewis, Kovacic; Bernardo, Savinho, Grealish; MarmoushBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from Wembley with our live blog below…33 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityBit better for Forest who play direct through the middle of the park.Hudson-Odoi is then slipped in down the right and he slides a pass for Wood in the box but sensational last-ditch defending puts him off and prevents a certain goal.The flag then does go up but it would’ve been tight…Copy linkCopied30 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityMilenkovic covers well when Savinho looked to get into the box in behind the defenders.The Forest man sees his clearance hit off the winger and go behind for a goal kick, before he waves his hands looking for more from the Forest supporters.The fans have given so much for over an hour and aren’t getting much to shout about from his teammates…Copy linkCopied27 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityThis would’ve been one of THEE Wembley goals to remember.O’Reilly latches onto Gibbs-White and dispossesses him 15 yards inside the Forest half.His close control and strength is superb to evade two challenges with Maradona-esque footwork before unleashing a rocket of an effort from 25 yards which bounces a couple of yards wide.Copy linkCopied24 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CitySet piece for Forest this time as they’re enjoying a couple of minutes up the park, and a chance to get the big boys up.It’s wide on the left and about 45 yards from goal, when it’s clipped into the area for the team in red to attack.Until, the linesman’s flag goes up for offside. Dearie me.Copy linkCopiedLloyd Canfield at Wembley StadiumForest are slowly settling here. After what was a chaotic start to say the least, Forest are starting to settle a bit and their fans are reacting accordingly. The occasion may have been a little large for those players right from the off, but it seems like now they’re being a bit more patient on the ball which should pay dividends for them. It’s all going to depend on that final ball now – in my view they’re missing Anthony Elanga big time so far, who is on the bench. Anthony Elanga is on the bench for Forest vs Man CityCredit: GettyCopy linkCopied22 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityNearly an opening for Forest for the first time this afternoon.Anderson did look in an offside position when trying to bundle his way beyond the City defence but the defenders come out on top in any case.Copy linkCopied19 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityThey don’t really deal with that City corner initially and it’s only half cleared to Savinho out wide again.His next delivery is a good one but nobody in sky blue meets it and Sels comes out to claim.Copy linkCopied18 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityKovacic is man of the match already. EVERYTHING is going through him and he’s already twice won the ball high up the park for City.Toffolo with an important tackle down his left side but at the expense of a corner.Copy linkCopied15 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityAnother shot comes in on the Forest goal.Having said that, it was more at the Forest fans.Clever one-two between Marmoush and Grealish before the former strikes from 25 yards out but he’s a mile off target.Copy linkCopied14 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityA rough 14 minutes for Forest to this point.Although, they’ve had 1% possession for every minute played so far…City with 86% possession in the opening quarter of an hour and I’m actually a tough surprised it’s not more.Copy linkCopied12 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityThe corner is dealt with as Sels punches it away but it’s coming straight back.Marmoush has an effort from the corner of the area which is blocked and spins out to the City right where they win a free kick.Again, the set piece is dealt with before it’s knocked to halfway and City’s players work hard to win it back almost immediately.Copy linkCopied10 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityKovacic running the show at the minute.And he’s almost in for a second City goal, taking a sublime touch to beat two Forest players on the edge of the box and get nearer goal before Forest scramble and get the ball behind for a corner.They look a complete bag of nerves back there.Copy linkCopiedLloyd Canfield at Wembley StadiumWhat a start that is. Exactly what Man City needed, as it’s kicked their fans into gear and quietened down what were a ferocious Forest fanbase. Forest have work to do now if they want to be playing in the final here…Rico Lewis netted within two minutes for Manchester CityCredit: GettyCopy linkCopied6 – Nottm Forest 0-1 Man CityNo change since the goal as City knock the ball about for fun while Forest deploy their formation inside their own half.City were almost in again down the right with Nunes but his attempted cross was blocked.Copy linkCopiedNottm Forest 0-1 Man City – GOAL DETAILI was just about to say this game has started perfectly for both these sides; City with possession and Forest out of possession.But that perfect start has been continued by City and it’s a nightmare for Forest.The defending is absolutely horrific.City are patient and Kovacic makes a darting ball through the middle, committing three Forest bodies when doing so.He finds Rico Lewis inside the D at the edge of the box and he’s given time to take a touch and fire low and hard into the bottom corner.So many red shirts there and nobody thinks to get close. Copy linkCopiedGOALLLL!!! Nottm Forest 0-1 MAN CITYInside two minutes and City are in front already!RICO LEWIS with it!Copy linkCopiedKICK-OFF!A spot in the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace is up for grabs!Nottm Forest vs Man CityCopy linkCopiedHuddledThe City XI group into a huddle with Ruben Dias delivering an impassioned final speech.Morgan Gibbs-White with the final message in the Forest huddle.Ready to go…Copy linkCopiedHere they comeA steely look on the face of the 22 players – and indeed the 22 mascots – as they make their way out at Wembley.The Forest tifo is unfurled just as they’re making their way out. Good stuff from both sets of supporters.A really brilliant atmosphere. Let’s hope it delivers on the park too!Copy linkCopiedFrom Lloyd Canfield at Wembley StadiumThe Nottingham Forest fans have absolutely blown the Man City faithful out of the water here at Wembley. To my left the stadium erupts at every mention of the word Nottingham, with almost every seat full, scarfs waving around and people singing as if they were using their final breaths. To my right, the City fans seem apathetic. This is their 28th visit here since the new Wembley was built, perhaps they’ve begun to take the importance of an occasion like this for granted. As for Forest, this is just their second visit since the stadium was built – the previous being a play-off final vs Huddersfield in 2022. I was sat here for the Carabao Cup final, where Newcastle’s atmosphere helped them beat champions elect Liverpool – and I’ve got a feeling we might see a similar story here today. Copy linkCopiedIn the tunnelA terrific noise from the fans in here, sky blue at one end and red on the other.The noise coming from those in red, mainly as they outnumber their City opponents.However, the Man City fans have unfurled a huge tifo behind the goals where they’re housed!Copy linkCopiedEnjoyNuno has urged his players to enjoy their ‘special occasion’ at Wembley afternoon.He said: “You don’t have to shield them, it is impossible to shield a squad of players when there is so much information and when it is such a special occasion for us.“We have to enjoy it, but we have to go as a group of players and staff to compete.“That’s the best way to enjoy the semi final of the FA Cup, if you are focused and committed to compete.”Copy linkCopiedWarming upIt’s getting warm inside Wembley – on the pitch and off it!The players are coming to the end of their warm-ups.And the Forest fans – who’ve been in here for quite some time – are the ones making all the noise!Copy linkCopiedMatch oddsCity the warm, warm favourites to win the tie in 90 minutes here.The value, almost certainly would be with Forest. You just can’t ignore City in these situations though.Nottm Forest 15/4Draw 29/10Man City 13/20Copy linkCopiedHow City line-upA few surprise selections from Pep Guardiola as Jack Grealish is brought back into the starting 11.The Spaniard has made two further changes from the side that beat Aston Villa on Tuesday with Rico Lewis and Savinho coming in for Iklay Gundogan and the suspended James McAtee.Copy linkCopied More

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      Bournemouth vs Man Utd LIVE RESULT: Hojlund EQUALISES at the death to salvage a point against 10-man Cherries – reaction

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have salvaged a point after late drama on the South Coast.A frenetic opening 25 minutes saw the Cherries pickpocket United in their build-up before ping-ponging the ball amongst each other for Red Devils-linked Antoine Semenyo to fire past Andre Onana.More drama followed in the second half after Bournemouth striker Evanilson was controversially sent off following a lengthy VAR check.United managed to pounce on the man advantage after Rasmus Hojlund netted from close range in the 96th minute to claim a 1-1 draw.Match result: Bournemouth 1-1 Man UtdBournemouth XI: Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Scott; Ouattara, Kluivert, Semenyo; EvanilsonMan Utd XI: Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu; Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Dane grabs late point for Red DevilsScoring goals has been difficult for Rasmus Hojlund this campaign but his late equaliser will give him some confidence.He reacted well in the middle to divert a ball into the back of The Cherries’ goal, deep into added time.It was important that they did not lose here today, heading into an important European tie this week.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedMatch reportRelive all the action from the Vitality.Copy linkCopiedCherries’ European hopes take huge blowBournemouth have really paid a harsh price for that sending off.Their hopes of securing a European spot have been dashed by the fact they only picked up a point here today.Andoni Iraola will no doubt have something to say to the referee after the game.Copy linkCopiedFT: Bournemouth 1-1 Man UtdBournemouth will feel they have paid the price for some dreadful officiating on the south coast today.The sending off of Evanilson completely changed this game.Not that Man Utd will be complaining, they got a much-needed point on the road today.Copy linkCopiedFT: Bournemouth 1-1 Man UtdThe referee brings the game to a close.This will seem like two points dropped for The Cherries.Man Utd will take confidence from this draw.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-1 Man Utd90+8. Man Utd will feel this game is there to be won now.Amorim’s side force another corner as they send players forward.Bournemouth have to dig deep just to try and get a share of the points.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-1 Man Utd90+6. Drama at the Vitality Stadium.As a ball is played across the box it is stabbed home by Hojlund.Man Utd have grabbed a draw from the jaws of defeat.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Rasmus Hojlund (Man Utd)Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd90+4. Another big chance goes begging for the visitors.As the ball breaks out to the edge of the box, Fernandes strikes it first-time.It narrowly misses the top corner with Kepa beaten.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd90+2. Another glimpse of goal for Obi for Man Utd.He looks to stab it at goal but Kepa makes the save to tip it over.Bournemouth are having to weather a storm here.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd90. Two big chances for the visitors.A cross picks out Mount in the middle but his shot, which seemed to be heading for the far corner, deflects off Senesi wide of the target.As the corner comes in, Shaw drills a shot wide of the target.We are going to have nine added minutes.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd88. If they do not get anything from this game, it could be a very sobering trip back up north for these Man Utd fans.Travelling home after a fourteenth defeat under their new manager as their bitter rivals potentially win the Premier League title.Time is starting to run out for Ruben Amorim’s side.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd86. Fernandes swings in a corner but it is collected by Kepa.The keeper has stayed down, seeming to need some treatment.This could be tactical, just looking to take the sting out of the pressure from the visitors.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd84. There are not many jobs where incompetency is accepted as much as a Premier League official.The only one that immediately springs to mind maybe is politician.Semenyo makes way for Senesi.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd82. The home fans are trying to get behind their team now.Looking to carry them through for victory.Ouattara is bundled over by Ugarte but the referee opts not to take any action.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd80. Iraola is looking to get some instructions to his players.Despite the sending-off, they still have their slender lead.It may be a case now of trying to protect what they have.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd78. Man Utd are starting to dominate the game.Shaw gets down the wing and looks to cross but it is well dealt with.As Bournemouth look to counter, the Red Devils’ defender is shown a yellow card for a clumsy challenge.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd76. Amorim opts to take Mazraoui off for Obi.The youngster is involved straight away as he looks to turn a cross in but a great sliding tackle denies him.This could be a frenetic end to this game.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd74. Man Utd will fancy their chances of getting something from this game more now.With the man advantage, they need to pile the pressure on.Ouattara looks to get in behind the visitors but the linesman flags for offside.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd72. That is terrible officiating by both Stockley Park and the onfield referee.It almost seems robotic now that when you are sent to the monitor you are obliged to change your original decison.As the song states…..clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right, here I am, stuck in the middle with you.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedRed card – Evanilson (Bournemouth)Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd70, John Brooks in the VAR studio has sent the referee to the monitor.How he cannot understand the player slipped is just wild.These clowns are ruining the game we all love.Copy linkCopiedVAR review in progressCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd68. There are a lot of players slipping going into challenges here today.Evanilson loses his footing and clatters into his man.The referee shows thhe Brazilian a yellow card.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man Utd66. Amorim opts to make some changes.Casemiro, Maguire and Mainoo all come off.They are replaced by Mount, Ugarte and Lindelof.Copy linkCopied More

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      Barcelona vs Real Madrid LIVE RESULT: Kounde nets extra-time winner as red-carded Rudiger ‘throws ice pack at referee’

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      BARCELONA have beaten Real Madrid 3-2 after extra-time to win the Copa del Rey.Barca took the lead just before the half-hour mark through a wondergoal from Pedri.Kylian Mbappe was introduced at half time for Real and the French superstar levelled the final with a stunning free-kick.Seven minutes later, Aurelien Tchouameni thumped a header home to put Los Blancos in the lead for the first time, but Ferran Torres made it 2-2 with minutes remaining to take the tie to extra-time.Just when it looked set to be decided by a penalty shoot-out, Jules Kounde’s stunning strike flew past Thibaut Courtois to secure the Copa del Rey title for Barca.From there, the clash descended into chaos as Antonio Rudiger was seen throwing an object, believed to be an ice pack, towards the referee.The ex-Chelsea star then had to be restrained by the Real Madrid bench to prevent him causing further chaos after he was sent off.Match result: Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (AET)Barcelona team: Szczesny; Kounde, Cubarsi, Inigo, Martin; Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Dani Olmo; Raphinha, Ferran Torres, Lamine YamalReal Madrid team: Courtois; Valverde, Asencio, Rüdiger, Mendy; Tchouameni, Ceballos, Bellingham, Modric; Rodrygo, Vinicius JrFollow our live blog below…Ice, ice babyAntonio Rudiger was especially angry and had to be held back by multiple team-mates and staff as he totally lost his head.The former Chelsea defednder could even be seen throwing an ICE PACK at the referee.Copy linkCopiedReal see redThere are reports in Spain that Real Madrid had THREE players sent off in the dying minutes of the match.Los Blancos players were infuriated by De Burgos Bengochea as he penalised Kylian Mbappe.Now, Marca says that Jude Bellingham, Antonio Rudiger and Lucas Vazquez were all shown a red card.Copy linkCopiedSeason of dreams continues for BarcaNobody could have predicted the campaign Barcelona are enjoying in 2024/25 under their German manager.All of the fans are still in the stadium, celebrating with the players.Nobody will forget this night for some time.Credit: EPACredit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBarcelona win the Copa del ReyIt was a perfect night in Seville for the Catalan giants.Club captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen accepted the trophy.There will be parties long into Sunday morning as the Barcelona fans celebrate victory over their bitter rivals.Credit: ReutersCredit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedMadrid suffer more cup heartacheAfter going out of the Champions League against Arsenal, Real Madrid now suffer defeat Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final.It hurst even more after they came back from a goal down to lead 2-1 in the match before conceding with just six minutes of normal time remaining,Some of these players may not have another chance to win this trophy with the team, including Carlo Ancelotti.Credit: APCredit: ReutersCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedFlick continues brilliant first seasonHansi Flick is still on to win four trophies in his maiden campaign as Barcelona manager.What a way to win your first Cope del Rey trophy against your bitter rivals in extra-time.Barcelona are giving their opponents a guard of honour as Real Madrid head to collect their loser medals.Credit: APCredit: EPACopy linkCopiedFT: Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (ET)Crazy scenes in Seville as Hansi Flick’s side celebrate.Jules Kounde’s extra-time goal has won it for them.We also saw absolute pandemonium on the Madrid bench and that may be the first time we have seen a player in professional football throw an object at a referee from the touchline.Rudiger will face some harsh punishment for that no doubt.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedBarcelona win the Copa del ReyCopy linkCopiedFT: Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (ET)The referee brings the game to a close.Barcelona are Copa del Rey champions.What a final this has been in Seville.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (ET)120+2. It is all going a little crazy now.Real Madrid’s players are throwing objects at the referee.Rudiger is being held back from attacking him it seems.Wild.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (ET)120. Barcelona are on the verge of victory here.Time is running out for Real Madrid.Hansi Flick’s side just need to protect what they have now.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedBarcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (ET)118. More drama as the penalty is ruled out due to offside.Brahim Diaz was beyond the last man.Lazy stuff from the Real Madrid man.Copy linkCopiedPenalty to Real MadridCopy linkCopiedBarcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (ET)116. How about this for drama.Mr Real Madrid, Luke Modric, plays a tired pass and Kounde cuts it out.He shifts the ball in front of him and drills it into the far corner to put Flick’s side ahead late on in this match.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Jules Kounde (Barcelona)Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)114. The ball is lifted into the box and Bellingham throws himself at it.He almost gets a touch to score possibly the most important goal of his Madrid career so far.Barcelona are under intense pressure now.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)112. Endrick has come on for Rudiger for Real Madrid.How the youngster would love to get a winner here.Ancelotti’s side look to come forward and pile some pressure on Barcelona.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)110. Tchouameni puts in a timely sliding challenge in his own penalty area.It goes behind for a Barcelona corner.Garcia rises to meet the cross and sends it sailing over the bar.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)108. Bellingham is shown a yellow card by the referee.Torres had another sight of goal but slipped as he shot.He kicked the ball onto his other foot and it looped over Courtois and landed on the roof of the net.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)106. You can see some players are feeling it now.Barcelona cross into the middle and Torres slots home.He is offside by a country mile and it is ruled out.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Barcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)We are back underway in Seville.Fifteen minutes to make yourself a hero.Barcelona get the second-half of extra-time started.Copy linkCopiedHT: Barcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)The referee brings the first-half of extra-time to close.Still nothing to separate these two teams.There are some leggy players out there in this heat.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)105. As a cross comes into the box for Barcelona, Raphinha goes down holding his face.He needs to be careful now he has already been booked.Torres get a sight of goal and looks to slot it in the far corner and it misses by a matter of inches.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)103. A ball is knocked down the line for Modric to have a race towards with the defender.Just what the 39-year-old wanted am sure.Torres looks to swing a cross in towards Raphinha but Courtois comes to gather.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedBarcelona 2-2 Real Madrid (ET)101. Mbappe is looking more isolated up top now.He thrives in having someone who can match his pace alongside him.There is no danger Brahim Diaz can do that.Copy linkCopied More

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      Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur LIVE RESULT: Thrilling trilogy settled by judges’ scorecards after brutal bout – updates

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      A thrilling trilogy between Anthony Yarde and Lyndon Arthur is settled.Ahead of tonight’s bout, each fighter had a win to their name – but that all changed at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Yarde earned the bragging rights after the judges scored the bout in favour of the Londoner.The Beast From The East settles the trilogy with a narrow win and claims the WBA Intercontinental light-heavyweight strap in the process.Live stream: DAZN PPVTV channel: Sky Sports Box OfficeEUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSFollow ALL the action from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with our live blog below…Conor Benn speaks after fight”Maybe 14 months out the ring didn’t help.”I’m not going to say I deserved to win it, I have to watch it back.”Maybe I stayed on the ropes a bit too long. “Chris is a good fighter. “I’d love the rematch.”Very humble in defeat by Benn.Copy linkCopiedEubank Jr taken to hospitalChris Eubank Jr was unable to celebrate his heroic win over Conor Benn in front of the British media having been taken to hospital.Eubank won the second generation grudge match in front of 65,000 at Tottenham’s stadium with a clean sweep of 116-112 scorecards from the three judges.The former middleweight world title challenger sported a huge cut above his right eye and had two huge swollen eyes.As a result, Eubank was taken to hospital on the doctor’s orders and missed the post-fight press conference.Copy linkCopiedEubank has his say”I knew I was capable of that”I just needed someone to bring that out of me and I didn’t expect Conor Benn to be that guy.”I underestimated him (Benn).”The fact our fathers fought years ago brought out a different spirit and I am happy to have my father here. “He needed to be here, all this is because of him.”Copy linkCopiedPraise from Eubank Snr”Legendary” says Chris Eubank Snr after the fight, “That is my son! I was always going to be here.””I am so proud of my son.”Even after everything that’s happened between the son and father, it’s clear to see they’ve made up and back together for good. Copy linkCopiedHuge night for EubankEubank’s reaction to winning showed you how much that meant to him – dropping to his knees. The Eubanks still have the bragging rights after all these years. Copy linkCopiedCHRIS EUBANK JR WINS BY UNANIMOUS DECISIONThe Judges scorecards all at 116-12What a fight that was. Both can hold their heads high after that one and Eubank Jr definitely enjoyed that one. Commiserations for Conor Benn as he fought tremendously well. This fight 100% lived up to the hype!Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R12It’s made it to the last round, are we in for a crazy finish? – I hope so.Eubank backing Benn to the ropes and just letting his hands go!Eubank is going out with a bang in this last round. Benn caught by a left hand but takes it well again.Both are completely exhausted but what a show they’re putting on definitely living up to their fathers rivalry! And that’s it wow what a fight and we have to wait for the cards because that was close.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R11Benn’s chin is impressive as he’s just eating whatever Eubank connects with. Eubank letting fire off now unloading a flurry of shots and Benn now looks tired. Both letting their hands go – crazy shots from both!Tough to call as we head in to the last round.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R10Eubank connects with a decent left hook. Both looking tired now – fight becoming slower. Great body work from Benn.Benn in the drivers seat now when Eubanks looking tired. These two are putting on a show.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R9Benn getting another nice shot landed and then a lovely one two.Benn definitely showing his energy with his lighter self. When backed up on the ropes, these two just swing at each other – great entertainment. Benn looking likely to land a big shot. Big cut for Eubank on his left eye which is bothering him.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R8Benn’s come flying out at the start of this round, unloading with both hands.Benn lands a good shot and Eubank replies. Just have the feeling someone’s going to land something big soon.A load of shots hitting from both – they’re going at it! It’s a war in the ring. Eubank clinching a lot and it looked like he was just trying to stand up right after looking wobbly.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R7Good uppercut from Eubank as Benn swings and misses but Benn just eats that one up. Another nice left hand by Eubank. Eubank landing a lot more now.Conor Benn trying to close the range but Eubank doing well to maintain the distance.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R6Shots landing from the pair straight away in this round.Good right hand landing from Benn over the counter of Eubanks Jab. The taller and longer bigger man has settled in with his range now. The pace has dipped a bit which has let Eubank come more into his groove.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R5Benn goes down but no knockdown, more of a push from Eubank. Nice one two from Eubank landing those stiff jabs and straight hands. Eubank wanting to control this fight by taking the centre of the ring, not allowing to be backed off. Eubank looks as if he’s getting more of the control now.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R4Good work from Eubank to the body then following with a left hook. Both trading very closely to one another. Benn showing his speed but both connecting with some nice shots.That was a better round for Eubank.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R3Benn stuns and wobbles Eubank!Eubank looked a bit wobbly after that shot from Benn.You can see Benn just growing more and more with confidence. Again Benn with a overhand right. Both just tackle each other to the ground. Another good few shots from Benn, one landing on the body.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R2Good solid jab from Eubank as Benn closes the distance.Shot connects from Benn but looks as if it hits the back of Eubanks head.Benn lands a nice jab and is trying to land some hard shots. Good explosiveness from Benn.Copy linkCopiedChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn R1And we’re off! Here we go! All on the line, the legacy, the rivalry, the bragging rights!Benn comes out swinging with two rights and wants to be the aggressor. You can hear the Eubank chants from the crowd. Sharp start from both fighters both in the centre of the ring. Plenty has been thrown but not a lot landed.Can feel the nervous energy from both.Copy linkCopiedMoments away!Conor Benn first to walk out and he’s obviously along side his father Nigel Benn who looks as if he’s relishing this moment just as much as his son.Conor Benn walking out to the same track that his father did all those years ago.Chris Eubank Jr and Snr both walking out together – what a sight to see!GUESS WHO’S BACK! Eubank Jr walking out to Still D.R.E and he’s looking focused.Copy linkCopiedUp Next: Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennChris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn last threw hands in the 1990s, now their sons will do battle in a bout every bit as feisty as their own TODAY!It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for the main event is next up!Tottenham Hotspur stadium is bouncing as they know they’re going to witness something special – can it be as special as their fathers back in the 90s. Eubank Snr and Nigel Benn back in the ring together will be a sight to see but it’s not about them today as their sons have created their own rivalry and legacy.The build up to this fight has been incredible, the press conferences, the face offs, the antics and now the dads both here!Moments away from the ring walk.Copy linkCopiedANTHONY YARDE WINS BY UNANIMOUS DECISIONThe judges score it as 115-113, 116-112, 116-112.The beast from the east does it! A good hard and gritty fight.Yarde will be pleased with that performance as he makes it 2-1 and ends the rivalry between the two.Great effort from both.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur R12Here it is last round and it’s been a very close fight – not much in this one at all.Yarde starts off with a left hook.Arthur back on the ropes again.The pair carry on their battle as one tries to come triumphant in their rivalry.That’s it the bell sounds and both embrace each other.Copy linkCopiedAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur R11Arthur lands an uppercut whilst being on the ropes. The bell comes at a good time for Arthur as Yarde was applying pressure landing some good stuff.Copy linkCopiedAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur R10Arthur being very patient but then still lands with good shots. Keeps finding himself on the ropes but does well to take the pressure from Yarde and get away. Yarde throws a right paired with an overhand right.Very hard to call this one.Copy linkCopiedAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur R9If Yarde wants to make an impact on this fight, he’s going to have to do it the hard way and bring the heat to Arthur. Yarde staying on top right no backing Arthur to the ropes. Even though Yarde is backing Arthur to the ropes, Arthur still replies with a good flurry of shots. Both exchanging well.Fitness and fatigued being tested from both.Copy linkCopied More