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    Brighton 0 Wolves 0: Wasteful Seagulls lose precious ground on rivals for European place in bore draw

    JAMES MILNER moved into second place on the all-time Premier League appearance list to liven up Monday night’s 0-0 bore draw between Brighton and Wolves.A man that has amassed over half a million followers on a parody Twitter account called Boring Milner became the most exciting story at the Amex. 
    Brighton and Wolves played out a 0-0 bore draw at the AmexCredit: AFP
    James Milner made his 633rd Premier League appearance – the second-most in historyCredit: Reuters
    He produced another gut-busting shift on his 633rd Prem appearance to move ahead Ryan Giggs and 20 behind Gareth Barry on the all time list. 
    Milner made his debut on 10 November 2002 and is the first player to play in the division at every age from 16 to 38.
    David James, Michael Carrick, Joe Cole, Jermain Defoe, Paolo di Canio, Ian Harte, Lee Bowyer, Nick Barmby, Harry Kewell and Mark Viduka were some of the legends that Milner shared the pitch with on his debut back then. 
    And he helped Brighton to only their second clean sheet of the season in their first game back in 16-days after their warm weather training camp in Dubai. 
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    Meanwhile it is a sign of the times that Wolves are now unbeaten in each of their last four Prem games. 
    They just missed out on matching a run of four successive wins in top-flight matches – which last came back in January 1972 under Bill McGarry.
    Brighton sizzled early on as Jason Steele lasered the silkiest of passes 65-yards into the feet of Facundo Buonanotte which resulted in a fierce low drive from Joao Pedro being charged down. 
    Local lads Lewis Dunk and Jack Hinshelwood linked up with the prettiest of passing sequences before the ball fell to Danny Welbeck who fired just over the crossbar. 
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    Brighton were back at it again and a desperate scramble in the box ended with Tommy Doyle clearing a sprawling header from Buonanotte just three-yards out. 
    Pedro Neto, on his first start since October 28, had Wolves fans licking their chops after shaving the post with a rasping shot for the visitors’ best chance of the first-half. 
    Neto’s return to the starting XI is a major boost to Wolves given he notched seven assists in his last eight Premier League starts, including in each of his last three starts in the competition, and he dazzled throughout. 
    But Brighton didn’t let up and Jose Sa was forced to make a superb save with his fingertips after a Pascal Gross free-kick fell onto Jan Paul van Hecke’s noggin and towards goal. 
    Tempers flared just before half-time as Gary O’Neil and Roberto De Zerbi went head to head after Craig Dawson clipped Billy Gilmour with a stray boot. 
    Neither side could find a breakthrough in a tight affairCredit: Reuters
    Gary O’Neill and Roberto De Zerbi appeared content to share the pointCredit: Getty
    Wolves’ goalkeeping coach Neil Cutler was embroiled in the melee and was booked in the aftermath, sparking chants of “lanky p***” from the boistrous home fans.
    The handbags continued at the break as livid Wolves players were in referee Craig Pawson’s face as he blew the whistle as Pawson was on the attack.
    Wolves emerged from the restart with a rocket up their jacksies and Neto found Matheus Cunha who was unable to beat Steele with back to back strikes. 
    Brighton hit back strongly and Nelson Semedo snaffled up Joao Pedro as he was just breaking free in front of goal.
    Max Kilman then slid in with a jaw-dropping tackle to deny Pedro smack bang in front of goal again. 
    Just over the hour mark De Zerbi had seen enough and hauled off Welbeck for Evan Ferguson and Buonanotte for Tariq Lamptey – who had only played 34 minutes since October 5 due to injury before last night.
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    Wolves had a late flurry of chances with Neto, Cunha and Mario Lemina all coming close. 
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    Sheffield United vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Prem latest as Hammers continue top four chase against rock-bottom Blades

    WEST HAM have forced their way into a battle for the top four – and next on the fixture list is Premier League strugglers Sheffield United.A win for David Moyes’ men would put them just three points behind Tottenham who were recently held to a draw by Manchester United.
    But the Blades are in need of a victory more as they currently find themselves EIGHT points from safety.

    Kick-off time: 2pm GMT
    Live stream: discovery+
    TV channel: TNT Sports 1

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    Bournemouth vs Liverpool LIVE SCORE: Reds look to extend Premier League lead against courageous Cherries – latest

    LIVERPOOL return to Premier League action with a trip to Bournemouth – and it certainly won’t be a stroll on the beach.The Reds are in phenomenal form having won five out of their last six in all competitions, including a 2-0 away FA Cup win against Arsenal.
    But Jurgen Klopp’s men are set to have their work cut out as they face a Cherries side who is being led by red-hot striker Dominic Solanke.

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

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    Misfits Boxing 12 LIVE RESULTS: Ed Matthews KNOCKED OUT by Luis Pineda, Elle Brooke scores HUGE KO – updates

    ED MATTHEWS was KNOCKED OUT of the ring in his defeat to mystery opponent Luis Pineda in the Misfits 12 main event in Leeds.The Mexican sensation scored the huge upset with a stunning KO in round two.
    In the co-main, Elle Brooke also won by a HUGE knock out over AJ Bunker to settle the score in their big rematch.
    Misfits Boxing CEO KSI was also in attendance in Leeds after confirming this week that he will return to the ring this year.
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    Matthews vs Pineda
    Round 2 – THE FIGHT IS OVER!
    Pineda floors Matthews again and he is counted out after being punched out the ring.
    Another upset with for the Mexican underdog Pineda, as he stops Ed Matthews in round two.

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    Round 1 – Scrappy opening as Matthews comes out swinging but he’s nowhere near the target.
    Drama unfolds at the end as Pineda lands a right hand and follows up by FLOORING Matthews.
    Matthews looks to be tiring already heading into the second – could be Pineda’s to win here.
    Copy linkCopiedMatthews vs Pineda
    So it appears it will be Matthews vs Pineda in a one on one bout.
    Swarmz, BDave and Ginty were all used as bait for the big reveal to be Pineda.
    Let’s see how this one plays out.
    Copy linkCopiedMystery man, reveal yourself…
    The mystery man has revealed himself and… it’s LUIS PINEDA!
    He’s back as the mystery opponent, like he was against BDave last year.
    But will it be a one-on-one bout with Matthews, or will the others remain involved? Who knows…
    Copy linkCopiedMystery man, reveal yourself…
    So, Ginty has got in the ring, as has Matthew’s former opponent Swarmz and now so too has BDave…
    We may have a tag-team situation on our hands here, but how they divide it appears unlikely.
    Or is there one more twist?
    Copy linkCopiedElle of a shot
    Elle Brooke made peace with AJ Bunker just moments after brutally knocking her out.
    It ended in beautiful violence in round three after a right hand closed the show in savage style.
    After all the back and forth between the two, they shared a hug after it was all said and done.

    Copy linkCopiedMystery man
    Up next is Ed Matthews, who will be facing a Mystery Opponent.
    In the past, it has been KSI’s former opponent Luis Pineda but even Matthews is in the dark about who he is fighting.
    We soon find out…
    Copy linkCopiedBunker vs Brooke
    After three largely uneventful rounds, Brooke sets up a beautiful right hand which sat Bunker down.
    The brave Love Islander made it to her feet but it was rightfully called off.
    Brooke’s best work in the ring to date.
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    Round 3 – BIG right hand from Brooke and DOWN goes Bunker.
    And that is that!
    Bunker makes it to her feet but the ref has waved it off, Brooke wins by KO.
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    Bunker vs Brooke

    Round 2 – Really untidy work and the ref is again having to tell the two off for repeated holding.
    Not much action on offer at all baring the odd winging right hand from both.
    This could be a contentious fight to score.

    Copy linkCopiedBunker vs Brooke
    Round 1 – Bunker comes out the traps and wades in a right hand straight away.
    Already within the first minute it’s getting a bit scrappy and there’s a lot of coming togethers.
    Brooke gets a point off for holding but lands a decent few rights before the bell lands making it a tough round to call.
    Copy linkCopiedBunker vs Brooke
    Brooke is first to make her way to the ring, coming out to Kanye West’s classic Strong.
    And soon behind her is champion Bunker, looking to avenge her loss from 2022.
    The stage is set.
    Copy linkCopiedElle to play for
    Up next is the co-headliner of the night, the rematch between AJ Bunker and Elle Brooke.
    Bunker’s middleweight belt is on the line and so is bragging rights between the two.
    Remember, Ed Matthews headlines against a mystery opponent.
    Copy linkCopiedAshley Rak Su vs OJ Rosé
    Fight ends in a split-decision draw after two judges gave it either way and one draw.
    Crowd boos but in fairness, that was probably the right decision.
    Rematch could follow but not too many will necessarily be calling for it having lacked action.
    Copy linkCopiedAshley Rak Su vs OJ Rosé
    The fight goes the four round distance and there’s not much to split them.
    Scrappy at times but both put the pressure on, not too many clean shots landing.
    Don’t rule out a draw…
    Copy linkCopiedAshley Rak Su vs OJ Rosé
    Round 2 – Rosé is a bit more aggressive coming out for the second and walks down Ashley.
    Still scrappy at times with a lot of coming togethers, not much clean boxing on show.
    All the play for half way through.
    Copy linkCopiedAshley Rak Su vs OJ Rosé
    Round 1 – Ashley is getting on the back foot and flicking out a jab from the hip.
    Rosé is coming forward looking to close the distance but not finding too much success.
    Ashley is in control from the first round.
    Copy linkCopiedSober thoughts
    Elle Brooke bravely revealed how a party lifestyle drove her to drugs and depression – but now she is fighting fit through sobriety.
    She told SunSport: “I’ve said this before but I was a party girl.
    “I was a really bad party girl, any substance I could find I was putting up my nose, I was taking it to the max.
    “Whereas now, I don’t drink, I’ve had 18 months sober, or a year, and now I just live a boring life.
    “I don’t go out on the weekends because I’m too focused on my eating and my training habits.
    “My circle has got a lot smaller, I don’t see as many people as I did once before because I’m just not in that lifestyle of partying and going out anymore.
    “So my life has got so boring, I’m married to my house. I’m honestly in these four walls constantly, it’s work, work, work for me.”

    Copy linkCopiedHamm vs Not Logan Paul
    Round 1 – Well, that didn’t last long.
    Two massive right hand from Hamm and Not Logan Paul is NOT getting back up.
    In truth, it was only going one way.
    Copy linkCopiedA new Lo
    Up next is adventurer Tristan Hamm against Rodney ‘Not Logan Paul’ Peterson.
    Peterson strikes a remarkable resemblance to Logan Paul and has dedicated his career to that.
    He is also known for being chocked out in the streets by UFC star Nate Diaz.

    Copy linkCopiedFox The G vs Small Spartan Jay
    Massive knockout after Small Spartan Jay was twice floored with a big left hook.
    The second followed after a right uppercut and left Small Spartan Jay out for the count.
    Copy linkCopiedFox The G vs Small Spartan Jay
    Round 1 – Down goes Small Spartan Jay after a left hook in the pocket.
    Both were trading in close and a left hook puts him down.
    And again Small Spartan Jay is floored and the fight is over!
    Copy linkCopiedWilliams vs Batista
    Easy enough as Williams gets the result with ease, winning all four rounds.
    He has made it clear Ed Matthews is the man he wants next and that could be a big fight down the road.
    Up next, Twitter personality Fox The G takes on calisthenics champion Small Spartan Jay.
    Copy linkCopiedWilliams vs Batista
    Round 4 – Scrappy end to the fight but it was pretty one-sided in Williams’ favour.
    Maybe he was guilty of rushing and smothering his work at times but he was in control throughout.
    Expect a comfortable win on the scorecards.
    Copy linkCopiedWilliams vs Batista
    Round 3 – Williams really stepped on the gas and landed some big right hands over the top.
    Batista took them well but didn’t have any answer back as the fight looks to be slipping away from him.
    Heading into the fourth and final round here.
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    Arsenal 5-0 Crystal Palace LIVE RESULT: Gunners close gap on Premier League table toppers after thumping Eagles

    ARSENAL have beaten Crystal Palace 5-0 to close the gap on Premier League table toppers Liverpool.The Gunners took the lead after eleven minutes through Gabriel’s powerful header from a corner.
    Just past the half-hour mark, the Brazilian centre-back got on the end of Bukayo Saka’s corner yet again – and the ball ended up in the net for 2-0 with the final touch coming off Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
    In the second half, Leandro Trossard ended his goal drought after he expertly finished to make it 3-0 before Gabriel Martinelli scored a quick-fire double from the bench to seal a 5-0 for Arsenal.

    Match result: Arsenal 5-0 Crystal Palace
    Arsenal team: Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko, Rice, Odegaard, Havertz, Saka, Jesus, Trossard
    Crystal Palace team: Henderson, Clyne, Andersen, Guehi, Mitchell, Richards, Lerma, Hughes, Schlupp, Eze, Mateta

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    The curious case of Kai Havertz
    Having spent £65m on the German midfielder in the summer, you have to wonder whether Mikel Arteta has ever seen a Chelsea game.
    Since arriving at The Emirates, the player has failed to impress and today was no different.
    Another anonymous performance where fans are left wondering if he is still on the pitch.

    Copy linkCopiedGunners move up table with win
    Arsenal move into third place in the Premier League, level on points with Aston Villa and Man City.
    They currently sit only two points behind leaders Liverpool.
    With Jurgen Klopp’s side due to visit The Emirates soon, this seems a mouth-watering prospect.
    Copy linkCopiedPalace fans make their voices heard
    As the goals went in towards the end of the game, the travelling fans unfurled some banners with messages for the owners.
    Things are not going well for The Eagles and there seems to be no quick fix to their problems.
    After the final whistle, Roy Hodgson stood on the touchline looking over at the away end and the messages from the Crystal Palace fans.
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    Copy linkCopiedFrom SunSport’s Jordan Davies at The Emirates
    It only takes one moment to change the impetus of a season, and maybe Leandro Trossard’s goal to make it 3-0 was just that.
    Despite winning 2-0 thanks to two set-pieces, the mood inside the ground was flat. Arsenal were still not clicking with ball at feet and were terribly clunky in attack.
    And then came a free-flowing counter that brought the noise. David Raya’s quick throw-out, Gabriel Jesus’ driving run and pass and Trossard’s venomous finish.
    The sort of goal the swashbuckling Gunners of last season would have scored – rapid, direct and fantastically fluid. Arteta celebrated by shouting “VAMOS” while applauding Raya.
    The first open-play goal in this stadium by Arsenal since December 17.
    Maybe this is the one that brings the confidence back that this side desperately need to feed off for the rest of the campaign in the hunt for the title.
    Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 5-0 Crystal Palace
    It is a five-star performance from The Gunners.
    Three second half goals condemn Crystal Palace to a heavy defeat.
    Mikel Arteta’s side put their poor run of form behind them.

    Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 5-0 Crystal Palace
    The referee brings the game to a close to put the visitors out of their misery.
    A comfortable win for The Gunners from start to finish.
    Things do not look good for Roy Hodgson and his side.
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    90+6. It is an absolute carbon-copy of the previous goal.
    Crystal Palace have not learnt anything as Martinelli ghosts in to slot the ball into the same corner once again.
    The Brazilian scores a brace from the bench.
    Copy linkCopiedGoal – Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)
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    90+4. The icing is put on the cake as Nketiah feeds the ball into space for Martinelli to run onto.
    As he bears down on goal, he slots the ball into the far corner.
    The fans in the away end take this as the signal to head home.
    Copy linkCopiedGoal – Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)
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    90+2. The Crystal Palace fans have unfurled some banners showing their thoughts on the way the club is run.
    It seems the general feeling is there is not investment in the squad.
    Having lost Zaha in the summer, they haven’t really brought many players in during the summer transfer window.
    Copy linkCopiedArsenal 3-0 Crystal Palace
    90. Mikel Arteta will be pleased with the result today.
    It was integral that his side got back to winning ways.
    There will be far harder challenges than this Palace team in the weeks to come, that is for sure.
    We are going to have six additional minutes.
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    88. Martinelli gets to the byline and crosses.
    It is half-cleared and ball breaks to Zinchenko in the box.
    His shot is weak and trickles through to Henderson.
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    86. Tomkins comes on for Guehi for the visitors.
    Arsenal continue to pass the ball around, trying to probe and find an opening.
    Jorginho clips a ball forward but Nketiah cannot hold it up.
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    84. This game is gong through the motions now.
    Crystal Palace continue to get numbers behind the ball as the hosts try to break them down.
    Martinelli has looked lively since his introduction.
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    82. Jesus and Gabriel come off for Kiwior and Nketiah.
    It is another game without a goal for the former Man City striker.
    Despite the scoreline, their strikers continue to fire blanks.
    The Arsenal frontline could be renamed ‘the starting pistol’.
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    80. Crystal Palace have a corner but it is headed clear by Gabriel.
    Arsenal counter attack with pace as Martinelli runs forward.
    Mitchell does well to track his run and wins the ball back.
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    78. Arsenal whip a free kick into the box which is headed clear.
    The ball drops to Jorginho some thirty yards out, who opts to have a shot.
    It is the sort of effort you expect to see on a parks pitch on Sunday morning up and down the country.
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    76. Ahamada and Franca come on for the visitors.
    They replace Schlupp and Clyne.
    This has been a disappointing performance for the Crystal Palace fans.
    Fortunately they have not had to travel far.
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    74. Declan Rice comes off for Jorginho.
    Arteta has the chance to give some of his fringe players a run out now with the result in the bag.
    Arsenal look to play the ball out from a goal kick like a five-a-side game and Raya immediately puts Odegaard under pressure.
    This just seems like an accident waiting to happen with this Spanish keeper.
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    72. Arsenal will get a bit of a break after today’s game.
    Next weekend sees a round of FA Cup action which no longer involves The Gunners.
    Mikel Arteta’s side are in complete control of this game now.
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    70. Arsenal look most susceptible when they are trying to play out from the back, it really doesn’t work for them.
    Trossard and Havertz come off for Smith Rowe and Martinelli.
    Chance for them to make a claim for regular places in this Arsenal line-up.
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    68. Palace look to make a change as Hughes is replaced by Ozoh.
    The visiting fans will be hoping he can make a difference.
    Arsenal look set to make a couple of changes also.
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    66. Roy Hodgson’s job could really be under threat right now.
    Wins are looking hard to come by and they are stuck in a rut of poor form currently.
    You have to wonder about the presence of Graham Potter at the game today even more now.
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    64. Jesus is penalised for a foul on Eze just outside the box.
    This presents a chance for Crystal Palace to trouble Raya in the Arsenal goal.
    Eberechi Eze is stood over the ball and strikes it well but the Arsenal keeper palms it over the crossbar.
    It was a routine save as the Palace winger hit it straight at him.
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    Brentford vs Nottingham Forest LIVE SCORE: Ivan Toney returns from eight-month ban hoping to end Bees’ woeful Prem form

    IVAN TONEY is BACK and he’ll be determined to end Brentford’s winless run against Nottingham Forest.The sought-after striker served an eight-month suspension for breaching football betting rules.
    But Toney makes returns this evening as the Bees take on Forest in a huge relegation battle.

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    Mohamed Salah injury updates LIVE: Latest as Liverpool star leaves AFCON 2023 game INJURED holding hamstring – updates

    MOHAMED SALAH had to leave Egypt’s 2-2 draw with Ghana at Afcon 2023 INJURED. The Liverpool star had to fight back tears as he left the field clutching his hamstring, with Liverpool fans now fearing the worst.
    Salah had to come off on the stroke of half-time but the extent of his injury remains unknown.
    Follow all the latest updates with our live blog below…
    Egypt so far
    As you can see from the table below it’s all to play for, for Egypt.
    The loss of Mo Salah for their final group game isn’t going to help the situation.
    Work to do!

    Copy linkCopiedThe game itself
    The game itself was eventful even outside of the Salah injury.
    It finished 2-2 with West Ham star Mohammed Kudus scoring twice for Egypt.
    The draw means Egypt are still fighting to stay in the Afcon.
    They are on two points after two games, and lie second.
    But they’ll need to get a win against Cape Verde in their final match.
    Copy linkCopiedTitle race ramifications?
    What does this all mean for the title race you might ask?
    Well Salah isn’t due back from the Afcon for a few weeks anyway.
    Liverpool take on Premier League title rivals Arsenal on 4th February.
    He wouldn’t have been ready for that game anyway.
    But with Manchester City on 9th March, is that the date we could see him back?
    Copy linkCopiedEgypt boss speaks
    Egypt manager Rui Vitoria has spoken over Mo Salah’s hamstring injury tonight.
    He said: “I hope it’s not a big problem…but now, I don’t know, because it’s [too] early to see something.
    “I think it’s not [serious], but let’s see.
    “Let’s see if Salah recovers.”
    That sounds like good news for both club and country?
    Copy linkCopiedA GOOD OMEN?
    There is some slim hopes for Liverpool, and it’s linked to the last time Salah got a hamstring injury.
    In the 2019-20 season, he suffered a similar issue… and the Reds went on to win the Premier League title.
    Could history repeat itself? A good omen over bad news?

    Copy linkCopiedLENGTH OF TIME OUT?
    It’s all-but certain Salah has injured his hamstring, which has different levels of severity.
    According to reports, he could be out for as long as three-months, which would be a huge blow for Liverpool.

    First class: from 10 days to two weeks

    Second degree: from 3 weeks to 6 weeks

    Third degree: interruption (3 months)

    Copy linkCopied’Not looking good’
    Fans reacted with shock at the news of Salah’s injury and rushed to social media.
    One said: “Very disheartening that Mo Salah couldn’t continue.
    “Firstly, two great friendly nations locking horns.
    “Secondly, my Liverpool player getting injured. This is an awkward situation I find myself.”
    Another added: “That’s bad.”
    Copy linkCopiedWATCH IT HERE
    It’s a worrying time for Liverpool and Egypt, with the incident a real blow for both.
    Salah can be seen down on the ground, a pained expression on his face.
    Footage below shows how bad it could be for the legendary Reds striker.
    Watch it here:

    Copy linkCopiedMo in tears
    Salah looked visibly upset as he hobbled off the pitch playing for Egypt tonight.
    He fought back tears, with fears he could miss the rest of the tournament for his home nation.
    And it could have further ramifications for Liverpool if it turns into a long-term problem.
    The incident happened just before half-time during their game against Ghana.
    Copy linkCopiedSalah injured
    Mo Salah has left Liverpool fans fearing the worst after leaving Egypt’s clash with Ghana at Afcon 2023 injured.
    The Premier League star went down clutching his hamstring on the stroke of half-time.
    And he was taken off minutes later, before the game finished 2-2.
    The extent of Salah’s injury for now remains unclear.
    Depending on the grade of Salah’s injury, the 31-year-old could be out for as many as six weeks, which would end his time at Afcon.
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    FA Cup third round replays LIVE SCORES: Nottingham Forest beat Blackpool in extra-time after medical emergency delay

    NOTTINGHAM FOREST booked their place in the FA Cup fourth round with a thrilling 3-2 win over Blackpool after extra time.The game was briefly paused just before the second half of extra-time after a medical emergency in the Forest end before resuming.
    Elsewhere, Everton defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 to gain some respite in the FA Cup amid their points deductions in the Premier League.
    Last night, League Two side Newport sealed their Manchester United fourth round clash after beating Eastleigh 3-1 in their replay.
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    Thrills, spills and missed chances aplenty
    The FA Cup never fails to deliver.
    On a cold night up and down the country, we have seem some great cup ties this evening.
    Bristol Rovers and Blackpool did League One proud and almost pulled off some upsets.
    Everton put their Premier League woes behind them and booked their place in the fourth round.
    Karamoko Dembele may be having a sleepless night as he relives that chance he had to win the game before the end of normal time.
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    Copy linkCopiedFA Cup Fourth Round draw
    With all the ties now decided, here is how the next round looks:
    Watford v Southampton 
    Blackburn Rovers v Wrexham
    Bournemouth v Swansea City
    West Brom v Wolves
    Bristol City v Nottingham Forest
    Leicester City v Birmingham City
    Sheff Wed v Coventry City
    Chelsea v Aston Villa
    Ipswich Town v Maidstone Utd
    Liverpool v Norwich City
    Tottenham v Man City
    Leeds Utd v Plymouth
    Everton v Luton Town
    Newport v Man Utd
    Sheff Utd v Brighton
    Fulham v Newcastle
    Copy linkCopiedFT: Blackpool 2-3 Nottingham Forest
    Nuno Espirito Santo puts their worries of Premier League charges to one side as they book a trip to Bristol City in round four.
    They had to work hard after letting a two goal lead slip.
    Both sides will feel they could have won this but it is the travelling Nottingham Forest fans who will be celebrating all the way home.

    Copy linkCopiedFT: Blackpool 2-3 Nottingham Forest (ET)
    The referee brings the game to a close.
    It has been a titanic battle at Bloomfield Road.
    Blackpool came so close to causing an upset but Chris Wood’s extra-time goal seals the win for the Premier League side.
    Copy linkCopiedBlackpool 2-3 Nottingham Forest
    119. This has been a great effort by Blackpool this evening.
    Neil Critchley’s side could have won it in the dying embers of normal time with that Dembele chance.
    We are going to have two added minutes for The Tangerines to try and find an equaliser.
    Copy linkCopiedBlackpool 2-3 Nottingham Forest
    117. Wood goes through on goal once again but the flag goes up.
    The Forest striker has a shot after the whistle and is shown a yellow card for kicking the ball away.
    As it stands, his goal is taking his team through to the fourth round.
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    115. Great ball over the top from Yates into the path of Wood.
    With the keeper charging out, he looks to hit it first time.
    O’Donnell smothers the shot well to keep his side in the game.
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    113. Blackpool have to throw caution to the wind now.
    They have seven minutes to try and carve out an equaliser.
    Dembele must be thinking about that chance he had to win the game now.
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    111. It is a cruel blow for Blackpool.
    Danilo knocks the ball through to Yates, who cuts it back from the byline for Wood to tap home.
    Tough task for The Tangerines now to find another goal.
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    108. Blackpool break with Joseph, Dembele charging into the box in support.
    He cuts inside and tries to take the shot on, which is blocked.
    Wrong choice there, he had options all around him.
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    106. We are back underway at Bloomfield Road.
    Fortunately whatever the issue was in the away end has been addressed or the game could not have restarted.
    Both sides will be looking for that elusive goal to prevent the need for penalties now.
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    Still nothing can seperate these two sides.
    Both teams have created half chances but the best of them definitely fell to Ryan Yates who should have scored.
    There seems to be a medical issue in the crowd in the away end which the medical staff of Forest are rushing over to attend to.
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    105. Massive chance for Nottingham Forest.
    As the cross comes into the box, it finds Yates just six yards out.
    He meets the ball with his left foot but skies it over the crossbar.
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    103. The Tangerines whip in the corner but it is headed clear at the near post for the visitors.
    It gives the hosts a throw in, deep in enemy territory.
    They cannot make it count as Forest clear their lines.
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    101. Lavery twists and turns the Forest defence.
    He cuts onto his right foot and tries a shot from distance.
    It takes a deflection and loops up, beating the keeper, but just going over the crossbar.
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    99. Blackpool are still trying to give as good as they get.
    There does not seem much between the two sides.
    Neil Critchley will bee hoping they don’t end up ruing that missed opportunity for Dembele in added time at the end of the 90 minutes.
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    95. Massive chance for Forest to take the lead.
    As the visitors stretch the Blackpool defence, a cross finds Danilo in the middle of the goal.
    He gets his shot away but substitute keeper O’Donnell makes a fantastic reflex save.
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    93. The visitors force a corner from some confusion in the hosts’ defence.
    Williams whips the ball in and finds Wood but he cannot get enough on the ball.
    It drops to Dominguez on the back post but his half-volley goes well wide of the goal.
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    Extra-time is underway at Bloomfield Road.
    Both sides will feel they can win this one.
    At one stage, Forest thought they were home and dry at two-nil.
    Copy linkCopiedFT: Everton 1-0 Crystal Palace
    There has not been much to cheer about at Goodison Park this week.
    However, grinding out a victory over Roy Hodgson’s side tonight should give the fans something to smile about.
    In addition to this, the performance of Joao Virginia will give The Toffees’ fans some pleasure in the absence of Jordan Pickford.

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    Dembele had a massive chance to win the game at the end.
    He rounded the keeper but could not finish from a tight angle.
    This game will head into extra-time now at Bloomfield Road.
    Nuno Espirito Santo will know they are fortunate to have the chance to still win this game after that late chance for Blackpool.
    Copy linkCopiedFT: Bristol Rovers 1-3 Norwich City
    David Wagner’s side put in a shift in the second half.
    Trailing one-nil at the break, three goals in the second half sees them book their place in the next round.
    Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool stand in the way in the next round.

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    The Toffees hold on for a big win at Goodison Park.
    Sean Dyche’s side will host Luton Town in round four.
    Andre Gomes’ superb strike is the difference between the sides.
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    What a save by Joao Virginia.
    His reflex stop denies Palace a late equaliser at Goodison Park.
    The keeper is having a great game deputising for Jordan Pickford.
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