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    Bournemouth 1 Ipswich 2: Tractor Boys keep slim survival hopes alive as Cherries’ Euro charge takes shock dent

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    NATHAN BROADHEAD and Liam Delap secured Ipswich’s first win of the year at Champions League-chasing Bournemouth.Town’s first league victory in Dorset for nearly 72 years gave Kieran McKenna renewed hope for their survival chances.Ipswich Town rekindled their slim Premier League survival hopesCredit: GettyNathan Broadhead opened the scoring for IpswichCredit: ReutersLiam Delap scored the winner against BournemouthCredit: RexEvanilson put Bournemouth back in the game against IpswichCredit: AlamyBut the Tractor Boys still have a big job ahead digging their way out of trouble, trailing fourth-bottom Wolves by nine points.Former Everton man Broadhead stunned the home side when he fired his 34th-minute shot through Cherries goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga’s legs.Then striker Delap showed just why he is being chased by a host of clubs when he lashed home his 11th goal of the campaign on the hour.Brazilian striker Evanilson did pull a goal back for the Cherries but it was not enough to save them from losing four successive Premier League home games for the first time.Read Moreon FootballRested Ipswich made six changes from the side that played 18 days ago – and lost 4-2 at home to Nottingham Forest.Bournemouth made five changes from the team that saw their Wembley FA Cup semi-final dreams ended by Manchester City on Sunday.Gaffer Andoni Iraola took out three of his four defenders, bringing back fit-again Adam Smith plus Milos Kerkez and Illia Zabarnyi who had served their FA Cup suspensions.Iraola was desperate to put the spark back into Bournemouth’s Champions League bid after winning just one of their last six league games.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBoth teams made a tentative start until, on 15 minutes, Dango Ouattara’s driven cross was cleared off the line by Ipswich’s Dara O’Shea.The hosts were constantly pinging the ball around the visitors’ box without finding the breakthrough centre or pass.How Pep broke Iraola’s high press with genius midfield diamond masterclassWhen Ouattara tried his luck on 23 minutes the winger’s vicious drive curled the wrong side of the post.Ipswich’s first shot in anger arrived two minutes later when Julio Enciso found himself with a bit of room from a long throw but his drive was blocked by Kerkez.Then Enciso let rip from 30 yards but his handsome long-range effort dipped just over the bar.Antoine Semenyo then tried his luck with a powerful effort which Town goalkeeper Alex Palmer comfortably punched clear.But really the Cherries should have gone ahead on 33 minutes when Alex Scott was left with a simple opportunity but his under-hit effort allowed O’Shea to clear again.And that miss was compounded up the other end 60 seconds later when Broadhead gave the Tractor Boys the lead.Breaking the deadlockThe home defence allowed Enciso to run at them before he slipped the ball through to Broadhead who simply fired the ball through Kepa’s legs.No wonder the world’s most expensive goalie looked glum having been nut-megged by City’s Omar Marmoush at the weekend.Blues fans were loving the fact they had taken the lead as a sense of shock and disbelief descended on the Vitality Stadium.And there was nearly a shock start for Bournemouth seconds into the second half when Scott’s shot was tipped over the bar by Palmer.This roused the home faithful who next saw Ryan Christie’s tame effort effortlessly saved by the visiting stopper.But Ipswich weren’t going to surrender their precious lead without a fight and instead doubled the score on 60 minutes.Conor Townsend cleverly picked out the unmarked Delap who thumped the ball home from 10 yards.Read More on The SunBournemouth were awarded a penalty two minutes later when Axel Tuanzebe tripped Semenyo but VAR ruled the offence had taken place outside the area.But Evanilson was soon celebrating a home goal on 67 minutes when Palmer could only push Lewis Cook’s shot into his path – but the damage had already been done. More

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      Liverpool 1 Everton 0: Diogo Jota scores stunning winner as Beto is made to rue missed chance

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      ARNE SLOT was hoping to land a Liverpool treble but at least he has avoided a wobble.Just when it seemed the club’s players had decided to cause panic among their fans with another poor result, Diogo Jota chose a good time to end his 10-game goal drought.Diogo Jota netted a stunning winner as Liverpool won the Merseyside derbyCredit: PABeto had a goal ruled out for offside as Everton lost 1-0 at AnfieldCredit: ReutersSo despite being booted out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain and then beaten by Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final,  Slot’s men continue their inevitable march to the Premier League title.As for David Moyes, who had overseen a tremendous nine-game unbeaten run at Everton, it was yet another disappointing night at Anfield where he has now failed to win any of his 22 matches at his least-favourite stadium.There was some degree of controversy over Liverpool’s winner with Luis Diaz coming from an offside position – with James Tarkowski playing the ball to stop it from getting to the Colombian – before Jota struck only his ninth goal of the season.Yet equally, Tarkowski was fortunate to be on the pitch as he should have been sent off at the start after a crunching tackle on Alexis Mac Allister.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut on the final whistle, there was relief all round as Liverpool restored the 12-point gap meaning they are sleepwalking to their first title in five years.At the end, there were smiles, hugs and fist-bumps all around from the players while the supporters sang about winning the league.Liverpool certainly did not play well last night despite having lots of the ball. The last two performances have whisked us back to the 2022-23 season when they finished fifth.Because like the loss to Newcastle at Wembley, they were sluggish in midfield, created very little in the final third and their two centre-halves, Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk, looked as though they have never played with each other.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSEqually, Liverpool continue to miss the right-boot of Trent Alexander-Arnold at full-back although that is something they will have to get used to next season.Even Mo Salah, who is also out of contact, has suddenly suffered a major dip in form even though he will clean up in the end-of-season awards.Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed terms on a move to Real Madrid this summer, according to reports But for Liverpool fans, there really is not much to grumble about. And Slot finished last night’s game in a much calmer mood than after the previous Merseyside derby when he was given a red card and told Michael Oliver that he would be to blame if they did not win the title.Because of the mayhem at Goodison, it was a surprise that the Premier League chose an inexperienced referee in Sam Barrott who had never taken charge of a top-flight game at Anfield.And he made the big call not to send off Tarkowski in the 10th minute after he delivered a crunching, studs-up challenge on Mac Allister despite winning the ball.Jota jinxed his way through Everton’s defence before burying home a lovely strikeCredit: EPAHis 57th effort proved to be the only goal of the gameCredit: AFPPaul Tierney on VAR at Stockley Park decided not to upgrade the yellow card to a red and Tarkowski – who scored the 98th minute leveller in the 2-2 draw at Goodison – got lucky.The next VAR check went in Liverpool’s favour when the decision to rule out a strike by Beto for offside was upheld.Beto, after shrugging off Van Dijk too easily, threaded a shot through the legs of Caoimhin Kelleher. Beto had put Everton ahead moments beforeCredit: ReutersThe striker’s effort was ruled out for offsideCredit: GettyAnd that was certainly a relief for the Irish keeper who replaced No1 Alisson as he was following FA concussions protocols after suffering a head injury while on international duty with Brazil.Kelleher was then grateful for the woodwork as Beto hammered a shot against the left post after capitalising on more ponderous defending from Van Dijk. Carlos Alcaraz could have scored with the last touch of the first half – with Liverpool’s defenders again switching off – but the Argentine’s header was poor.James Tarkowski made a huge challenge on Alexis Mac AllisterCredit: APIt resulted in just a yellow card for the defenderCredit: ReutersAnd while Liverpool once again had more of the possession after the break they were faced with a blue wall of players putting their bodies on the line, such as Jarrad Branthwaite who flung his head towards the boot of Salah to divert the ball away from danger.Yet while they were not at their best, Slot’s team were clearly desperate not to cock this up.James Garner was dispossessed in a dangerous area by Jota and then received the ball back courtesy of a wonderful flick from Diaz. A heated game saw plenty of clashes all over the fieldCredit: GettyDavid Moyes was not impressed by some decisionsCredit: GettyJota jogged past Idrissa Gueye then stuck a shot past Pickford on the penalty spot.After a VAR check focusing on Diaz, the goal was confirmed and everyone at Anfield breathed a little easier.Read More on The SunLiverpool are now 26 games unbeaten in the Premier League and while winning the treble would be nice, there is only one trophy that all the supporters really crave.Captain Van Dijk is looking particularly tired, right now, but he should still have enough strength to lift the Premier League trophy in a few weeks. 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      Southampton 1 Crystal Palace 1: Saints denied first win since Feb 1 as Franca spares Eagles’ blushes in added time

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      MATHEUS FRANCA heaped more misery on Southampton – leaving Ivan Juric’s side with more work to do to avoid a Premier League low.Paul Onuachu’s first half header appeared to set Saints on course for the win that would take his side past Derby record low points tally of 11 set in 2008.Matheus Franca cruelly denied Southampton a key win with a late equaliserCredit: GettyFranca fired the ball low past Aaron Ramsdale as Saints still face making unwanted historyCredit: GettyBut Palace substitute Franca headed the equaliser in added time that denied Ivan Juric’s side a third league win of the season.At least the draw meant the south coast club avoided the possibility of becoming the first Premier League club to go down with seven games remaining this weekend.The admission by keeper Aaron Ramsdale ahead of this game that beating Derby’s tally was Southampton’s main aim summed up the club’s dire position.And there was little suggest that the meeting with in-form Palace would bring relief.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Eagles progress this season has led to Oliver Glasner being linked with RB Leipzig.And they arrived at St Mary’s fresh from booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals and a trip to Wembley.The quarter-final win at Fulham last Saturday marked Palace’s seventh successive clean sheet on the road – and a club record sixth successive away win.And the opening seconds only reinforced the sense that Glasner’s side were in the mood to keep their impressive away streak growing.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe way Jean-Philippe Mateta easily turned Jan Bednarek sounded a warning – and Ramsdale was then relieved to see the striker thundering long-range shot crash against the underside of bar and away to safety.With two minutes gone it looked as though it would be a case of same old, same old for Saints.Premier League club move into incredible new home that resembles futurist James Bond villain lairPaul Onuachu heads Southampton into the leadCredit: GettyOnuachu celebrates his first half headerCredit: ReutersBut to their credit they put that early shock behind them and began to pressure Palace.Mateus Fernandes was prominent in their best moves and the playmaker gave the visitors a scare when his deflected shot looped over the bar.The effort appeared to give Saints a lift and Juric’s side continued to press forward.And their efforts were rewarded in the 20th minute when Onuachu headed them in front with his fourth goal of the season.Fernandes was at the heart of the move as he exchanged passes with Flynn Downes to make progress on the right.And the playmaker then whipped in a cross that Onuachu headed downwards and past Dean Henderson.Southampton were in unfamiliar territory and the St Mary’s crowd were determined to enjoy it, launching into a tongue-in-cheek chant of “we are staying up”.Glasner will have expected to the goal to have fired his side into life.But there was little sign of a response from the visitors who continued to labour in the final third.And when Mateta did produce a smart turn and shot after being picked out by Daniel Munoz, Ramsdale reacted well to save low to his left.Read More on The SunA strong run by Ismaila Sarr at the start of the second half suggested Palace were ready to fight back – but Eberechi Eze’s poor finish meant the chance was wasted.And from that point Saints rarely looked like missing out on only a second home league win until Franca struck. More

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      Man City 2 Leicester 0: Grealish scores first league goal since 2023 to fire hosts into top 4 with Foxes doomed to drop

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      WHEN Pep Guardiola was wondering where the goals would come from in Erling Haaland’s absence, it’s fair to assume he wouldn’t have thought of Jack Grealish.After all before last night, the £100 million man had not found the net in the Premier League since December 2023.Jack Grealish netted his first Prem goal since 2023 as Man City beat Leicester 2-0Credit: RexOmar Marmoush also netted as he continued his fine formCredit: RexHe has found games hard to come by, struggling for form and fitness since helping Manchester City to the treble almost two years ago.But he was handed a rare vote of confidence with just a seventh Prem start of the season – as Guardiola looked to find a way to win against Leicester without the crocked 30 goal forward Haaland.And within two minutes, he repaid him.Thousands of City fans stuck to their plan to stay in the concourses until the ninth minute of the game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis was in protest at the way the club is treating it’s hardcore support – but in particular the link-up  with another third-party ticket company this week – the ninth one currently involved.The large number of empty blue seats were an eye-catching way to make a point but unfortunately for those involved they missed something of a collector’s item within the first two minutes.Grealish remains a popular figure with the Etihad faithful despite a frustrating couple of years.So the fans who were in their seats were thrilled when he got on the end of Savinho’s pull-back to sweep home from 12 yards.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAmong those in the stands was Guardiola, who was serving a touchline ban following his yellow card at Bournemouth at the weekend.He had given his record signing a much-needed boost by picking him in a central role ahead of Kevin De Bruyne and Phil Foden – and it had paid off.How Pep broke Iraola’s high press with genius midfield diamond masterclassBut for those in the visitors end, it was a painfully familiar tale.  This was the 25th time the Foxes have conceded the first goal in 30 Prem matches this season.That is a new record in the competition –  with eight games still to play.Ruud van Nistelrooy’s men keep making life difficult for themselves and even against a below par City team it always felt like a long way back.Even so they came within a whisker of equalising when Bilal El Khannouss curled a shot that beat Ederson but curled just wide of the post.Grealish opened the scoring after just two minutesCredit: RexThe ace was delighted to break his duckCredit: ReutersAnd just before the half hour mark, they went further behind and it was completely of their own making.Ruben Dias chipped a hopeful ball forward which bounced awkwardly in front of Hermansen.In fairness his defender Wout Faes did him no favours as he thought about clearing it but even so the Danish keeper should have held on to it.Instead he spilled it at the feet of Marmoush who thumped his shot in off the underside of the bar.Marmoush doubled City’s lead on the half hour markCredit: GettyThe Egyptian showed he can fill in up top for the injured Erling HaalandCredit: AlamyThat’s 39 goal contributions for the Egyptian in 38 appearances for City and former club Eintracht Frankfurt this season.Not a bad option to step in when you lose your main man.The £64million man could have added another when he turned on to Savinho’s cross but saw his effort blocked by Faes.And Hermansen partly made amends for his earlier clanger by smartly tipping over a rising effort from Savinho.Pep Guardiola watched the game from the crowdCredit: EPAJuanma Lillo filled in on the sidelineCredit: GettyGuardiola spent the game sat with a tech expert in the stands to ensure all his messages to his assistant Juanma Lillo were getting through.He was probably telling him to go for a third goal to put the game to bed so he could turn his thoughts to Sunday’s derby at Old Trafford.That will surely be a sterner test than the team managed by former Red Devils hero Van Nistelrooy.Yet for all City’s possession they struggled to find a way through with Marmoush firing one effort high over the bar when you would have expected him to hit the target.Things are looking bleak for Ruud van NistelrooyCredit: RexLeicester are now almost certain to go downCredit: GettyLeicester’s skipper Jamie Vardy had gone off at half-time and there was little threat from the visitors – with or without the veteran striker.  With the minutes ticking by and his team not needing to get out of second gear, Guardiola sent a message down to throw on his Norwegian forward.Although it wasn’t you know who.Oscar Bobb was expected to be a shining light for City this year after shining on the pr-season tour of America but broke his leg in training in August.He has had to be patient in his comeback but was given a few mintues as a replacement for Savinho at the end and was given a rapturous welcome back by the fans.Read More on The SunBobb could be a useful addition as City look to nail down that Champions League place and also go for glory in the FA Cup.Who needs Haaland anyway? 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      Premier League has NOT approved Chelsea’s controversial sale of women’s team to itself

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      CHELSEA’S controversial sale of the club’s women’s team to its parent company has YET to be passed by Prem legal chiefs.In their 2023-24 accounts, partially disclosed on Monday, the Stamford Bridge club disclosed it had raised £198m from the “repositioning of Chelsea Football Club Women” as part of a “disposal of subsidiaries” to parent company BlueCo 22.The Premier League is yet to approve Chelsea’s sale of its women’s team to BlueCo 22Credit: AlamyWhile the precise sum has not been confirmed, it is understood that the value of the Chelsea women’s side was potentially in excess of £150m.Another asset believed to be involved was the Kingsmeadow former home of Kingstonians and AFC Wimbledon that is the regular home of Sonia Bompastor’s WSL leaders.The deals helped turn a £90m loss in 2022-23 into a £128m pre-tax profit last season.But while there is not thought to be any serious prospect of Chelsea being charged with a PSR breach for last term, the club confirmed its valuation of the deal has yet to be approved by the League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDiscussions are continuing, with questions over whether the deal between two “associated parties” was at “fair market value”.Europe’s most successful women’s side, Lyon Feminin, was sold to a US conglomerate in a deal which valued the club at around £45m in 2023.That value was dwarfed by the £190m auction price of the Los Angeles-based  Angel City NWSL franchise in September.It is likely that Chelsea will be able to argue that a nine-figure sum is legitimate but they may be forced to scale back the claimed value – although that is unlikely to threaten their positive PSR position over the three year cycle.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSChelsea’s official statement over the sale read: “The profit for the year before taxation was £128.4m compared with a loss of £90.1m for the prior year as the club benefitted from increased profit on disposal of player registrations and repositioning of Chelsea Football Club Women Ltd. “This new approach will ensure CFCW has dedicated resources, management and commercial leadership solely focused on the growth and success of the women’s team.Moment Chelsea flop is attacked on pitch by his own club mascot after Bundesliga clash “Overall revenue in the year fell to £468.5m due to the men’s team not competing in the Champions League. “However, the club’s broadcasting receipts benefited from an improved sixth-place finish in the Premier League and semi-final and final appearances in the FA Cup and League Cup respectively. “There was a decrease in operational costs in the year, to offset the fall in revenue resulting in a stable operating loss in comparison to the previous year.“The women’s team reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League for the second consecutive year and were champions of the Women’s Super League to further boost the broadcasting receipts.“Matchday revenue increased to £80.1m as an average attendance of approximately 40,000 was maintained, and there were three more women’s team matches held at Stamford Bridge during the year.“The growth in commercial revenue to £225.3m was driven by an increase in player loan income and strong sales of non-matchday activities, including stadium tours and merchandise sales.“Decreased operating expenses, including matchday and non-matchday costs, profits on disposal of player registrations of £152.5m and a profit on disposal of subsidiaries of £198.7m, led to the group recording an overall net profit of £129.6m after tax.” More

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      Premier League release statement as James Tarkowski controversially dodges red card for horror tackle on Mac Allister

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      EVERTON captain James Tarkowski escaped a red card for a brutal tackle on Alexis Mac Allister just 10 minutes into the Toffees’ Merseyside derby loss at Anfield.The defender won the ball in a slide tackle before crashing into Liverpool’s Argentine midfielder.James Tarkowski crunched through Alexis Mac AllisterTarkowski’s follow through saw his boot planted on Mac Allister’s legCredit: ReutersThe incident was looked at by VAR Paul TierneyLiverpool’s Argentine midfielder was left in agony after the challengeCredit: APReferee Sam Barrott immediately brandished a yellow card at Tarkowski.The incident was subsequently looked at by VAR Paul Tierney.But surprisingly, Tierney did NOT urge Barrott to go and take another look on the monitor.In a statement posted on social media, the Premier League confirmed: “The referee’s call of yellow card for a reckless foul by Tarkowski was checked by the VAR, with contact on the follow through after Tarkowski had played the ball deemed to be reckless.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChallenges deemed to be “reckless” by the letter of the law are worthy of a yellow card.For a red card to be shown, officials must determine the tackle to have been “endangering an opponent” or to have used “excessive force”.This means that neither Barrott or Tierney felt that Tarkowski’s challenge had met either criteria for a red.After Mac Allister received treatment, Liverpool got the game going again – with Dominik Szoboszlai missing the resulting free-kick.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFormer Premier League referee Mike Dean was watching the game for Sky Sports News.Reviewing the incident, the 56-year-old said: “The follow through is awful. He hasn’t got his leg planted, luckily enough.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey ‘amazed’ James Tarkowski dodged red card in Merseyside derby”But it’s a red card – speed, intensity, force – the lot. He gets the ball but the follow through… it’s a terrible challenge.”For me he (Barrott) should have gone to the screen, should have sent Tarkowski off – 100 per cent.”At half-time, Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher said of Barrott: “He’s in a great position, he has to see that.”Carragher then added: “For Paul Tierney not to give that on VAR, shocking.”Everton hero Duncan Ferguson agreed, saying “no argument, straight red” – before calling the challenge a “leg-breaker”.Gary Neville added: “It is a horrible tackle. He did not need to follow through like that.”Toffees boss David Moyes called it a “brilliant tackle for a derby game” – but then admitted that his side may have been “fortunate”.RECORD BOOKSTarkowski’s booking means that he has tied the Premier League record for receiving the most yellow cards without being sent off.The centre-back has now been booked 63 times in 300 appearances in England’s top flight, taking him level with Oriol Romeu’s tally of bookings.Following the contentious incident, Everton caused Liverpool problems at Anfield.Forward Beto was in the thick of the action, having a goal ruled out for offside in the 21st minute.The lanky front-man later burst through on goal, only to strike the post as the Kop End held its collective breath.Read More on The SunDavid Moyes’ side were made to regret their missed opportunities, with Diogo Jota firing Liverpool into the lead just shy of the hour mark.The Premier League leaders were then able to see out a 1-0 victory, reclaiming their 12-point lead at the top of the table.Tarkowski somehow looked incredulous at being bookedCredit: PA More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Liverpool go 12 points clear at the top after Jota strike, Grealish scores in Man City win

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      LIVERPOOL have charged back to 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League table after a 1-0 win over Everton.Diogo Jota settled a fiery Merseyside derby with a calmly taken 57th minute strike.While Toffees defender James Tarkowski avoided a red card after a horror lunge on Alexis Mac Allister, with a yellow the outcome following a VAR check.Tonight’s results: Bournemouth 1-2 Ipswich, Brighton 0-3 Aston Villa, Man City 2-0 Leicester, Newcastle 2-1 Brentford, Southampton 1-1 Crystal Palace, Liverpool 1-0 EvertonBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below…All about getting the job doneLiverpool will be keen to ensure they have mathematically won the title at the earliest point possible.This begins on the weekend with a tricky trip to West London to face Fulham.The Reds would love nothing more than to have things done and dusted before Arsenal visit Anfield, meaning The Gunners would have to give them a guard of honour before the game.Copy linkCopiedTractor Boys upset odds on south coastWhile many people have already condemned the bottom three to relegation, Kieran McKenna’s side think differently.Goals from Nathan Broadhead and Liam Delap puts the Tractor Boys in a dominant position at the Vitality Stadium.Evanilson pulled a goal back for The Cherries but Ipswich managed to hold for a crucial three points.With a match against Wolves on the weekend, victory could see them only six points from safety.Copy linkCopiedSultan of Unai continues chargeIt has been a tricky season for Aston Villa, juggling European exploits with domestic duties.However, a comprehensive win at the Amex Stadium kept their hopes of securing Champions League qualification alive.Goals from Marcus Rashford, Marco Asensio and Donyell Malen secured an important three points for the visitors.Copy linkCopiedPep on course for Champions LeagueHaving had a very poor season by their own standards, aside from the FA Cup, the main aim for Guardiola’s team is to ensure they are in the Champions League next season.They took an early lead through Jack Grealish, a rare sight, having gone 16 months since his last goal.Omar Marmoush, standing in for the injured Erling Haaland, added a second and put the game beyond The Foxes.Copy linkCopiedItalian screamer sets St James’ Park alightEddie Howe’s side found Brentford difficult to break down until Alexander Isak came to their rescue in added-time at the end of the first-half.Hoping this would open the game up for plenty more Newcastle goals, Nick Pope gave away a penalty and Bryan Mbuemo slotted home.However, a stunning strike from Sandro Tonali into the top corner was enough to ensure all three points for The Magpies, to keep their Champions League hopes alive.Copy linkCopiedSaints miss out on winning feelingFor much of this game, it looked like The Saints were heading for a rare win in front of their own fans.Deep into added time, with three points in touching distance, Crystal Palace broke the hearts of most in St Mary’s.Franca’s late header grabbed The Eagles a draw from the jaws of defeat.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool show how much victory meansOver the course of the match, The Reds dominated this encounter and were good value for their win.However, with such a slender-lead, as the full-time whistle went you could see how much the three points meant.Slot will be looking to make sure his squad are fighting for every win, edging closer to sealing another Premier League trophy.Credit: PACredit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedCurtis shows his passion for clubBeing at your hometown club, seems to make it mean so much more for football players.There were a few raised eyebrows before the game when Curtis Jones was named as right-back in the starting line-up.The Liverpool midfielder would play anywhere his manager asked and put in some shift this evening to show why he is such an important player in this squad with his versatility.Copy linkCopiedReds’ manager shows he is a class actDespite some things going against his side this evening, Liverpool’s Dutch manager showed his style speaking with Sky Sports when asked about Tarkowski’s challenge on Mac Allister:Yes, against a very difficult team to play, our boys showed great character today. We score a good goal and kept a clean sheet. I like much more what I saw from the away game. We knew if we wanted to win this game we needed to keep a clean sheet. He’s used to these things as he is from South America. Everyone else has spoken about this so I do not see the point in commenting.Arne SlotLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedReds lead the way by some distanceArsenal fans convinced themselves they were still in a title race for so long, after beating Fulham last night, they were sure of it.The aim for Liverpool was simple, get three points and restore your 12-point lead at the top.Mission accomplished for Arne Slot’s side, this could be a big step on their journey to a 20th Premier League trophy.Credit: @premierleagueCopy linkCopiedToffees’ manager gives opinion on performanceSpeaking with Sky Sports, David Moyes spoke about how he saw the game from his side’s point of view:I think we were a lot closer to them tonight than before I came back in. There was an offside goal that was the difference tonight. It was a clear offside, it was very easy to give and I cannot understand why that was not given at all. We’re not kidding ourselves, Liverpool were by far the better team. At the moment, they are the best team in the league.David MoyesEvertonCopy linkCopiedEx-Premier League referee has sayAs it turned out, it did not impact the result, but the foul by James Tarkowski only being yellow card was a huge moment.Mark Halsey, the former referee in the top-flight, had his say on how he saw the incident.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey ‘amazed’ James Tarkowski dodged red card in Merseyside derbyCopy linkCopiedPremier League full-time scoresBournemouth 1-2 Ipswich TownBrighton 0-3 Aston VillaMan City 2-0 Leicester CityNewcastle 2-1 BrentfordSouthampton 1-1 Crystal PalaceLiverpool 1-0 EvertonCopy linkCopiedFT: Liverpool 1-0 EvertonThe Reds get the win they craved in this Merseyside derby.While the scoreline seems a close affair, no one can argue that Liverpool were deserved winners here.This is a huge step towards winning the Premier League title for the Anfield outfit.Copy linkCopiedFT: Liverpool 1-0 EvertonThe referee brings the game to a close.It is a massive win for Liverpool in their title pursuit.They restore their 12-point lead at the top of the table.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton90+4. Nervy times for the hosts at the moment.Everton are looking to throw more players forward, trying to find an equaliser.Ndiaye wins a corner for The Toffees.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton90+2. Statement of intent from Arne Slot.He brings of Salah, replacing him with Endo.That tends to be the move when they want to see games out.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton90. We are in the dying embers of the game now.Whether Liverpool continue to press or look to see the game out will be interesting to see.The fourth official raises the board showing there will be six added minutes.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton88. The levels of ineptness of Premier League referees is truly baffling.Play is stopped for a foul on Szoboszlai but nobody can hear the whistle as Nunez chases the ball.He gets there before Pickford and the Everton keeper kicks the striker firmly in the leg.Nunez goes down, everyone thinks it is a penalty, Sam Barrott waits for him to get up and books him.Mental stuff. PGMOL apologies incoming at Anfield.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton85. Diaz has had a good game tonight for Slot’s side.He makes way for some fresh legs as Gakpo replaces him.That is a sign of intent from The Reds’ manager as they look to grab that second goal.Meanwhile for the visitors, Chermi replaces Doucoure.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn at The EtihadTHOSE who stayed in the stands for the first nine minutes missed the best moment of the game. – a  first Prem goal in 15 months for Jack Grealish.  It was something of a collector’s item as he turned home a cross from Savinho before Omar Marmoush added a second on the half hour to ensure injured Erling Haaland was not missed.As for Leicester, they barely put a glove on City in a forgettable game and are doomed to the drop.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 0-3 Aston Villa90+10. This is a convincing win for Unai Emery’s side.Very deep into added time a quick break from the visitors saw Asensio feed it into the path of Malen.His right-footed shot nestles into the far corner of the goal.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Donyell Malen (Aston Villa)Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 Everton80. We are into the final ten minutes at Anfield now.Everton will still feel they can get something from this match.The Reds need a second goal to put this game to bed.Nunez has now come on for the goalscorer Jota.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedSouthampton 1-1 Crystal Palace90+2. Heartbreak for The Saints’ fans late on.Lerma puts a cross into the box and it is headed home by Franca.Southampton were so close to a much-needed victory.Copy linkCopied More

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      ALISSON has not made the squad for Liverpool’s game against Everton. The sides are meeting tonight in a HUGE Merseyside derby at Anfield.Alisson and Davinson Sanchez clashed heads during the international breakCredit: AP Photo/Eraldo PeresThe sides met in a FIFA World Cup qualifier over the international breakCredit: REUTERS/Ueslei MarcelinoDavinson Sanchez was knocked out during the collisionCredit: AP Photo/Eraldo PeresDavinson Sanchez left the field on a stretcherCredit: GettyAlisson remains under concussion protocols after the clashCredit: EPA/ANDRE COELHOAlisson has not made the squad for Arne Slot’s first Merseyside derby at Anfield. He joins the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Conor Bradley on the injury list for the tie. Liverpool’s number two Caoimhin Kelleher will step in for the Brazilian stopper for the clash.SunSport can reveal why Alisson is not part of tonight’s squad.Read more FootballWhy is Alisson not playing for Liverpool?Alisson is under concussion protocols, and therefore will not feature tonight for Liverpool.The ‘keeper collided with Davinson Sanchez during Brazil’s game with Colombia in the international break.He left Brazil camp early, and is still side-lined under protocols. Alisson has been training with the Reds, but has to miss the game due to the protocols.Most read in FootballArne Slot commented on the matter, saying yesterday: “Ali trained with us as well. “The last check has to be made, I think that’s this afternoon after the session, [to determine] if he is available to play.”How to watch Liverpool vs EvertonLiverpool vs Everton is LIVE on Sky Sports at 8pm BST.The game is also available for stream on Sky Go and the Sky Sports app.Action from Anfield kicks off at 8pm BST.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog of ALL the Premier League fixtures. More

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      Liverpool vs Everton live stream: How to watch huge Merseyside derby TONIGHT

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      LIVERPOOL continue their pursuit of the Premier League title by hosting local rivals Everton TONIGHT.The Reds are nine points clear of Arsenal in second – with this game in hand – and are looking to wrap up the Premier League title sooner rather than later.Mo Salah will be hoping to fire Liverpool to a Premier League titleCredit: GettyEverton secured a dramatic late point the last time these two sides metCredit: Nick Potts/PA WireArne Slot will be hoping to see a reaction from his side after disappointing Champions League and Carabao Cup exitsCredit: GettyDavid Moyes has steadied the ship at Goodison since his returnCredit: GettyArne Slot’s side endured a tough week heading into the international break, losing the Carabao Cup final to Newcastle after being knocked out of the Champions League by PSG.Everton themselves are enjoying an excellent run of form since the return of David Moyes.The Toffees are unbeaten in NINE Premier League matches, but their form has stagnated as of late.Four draws in a row suggest the Toffees are not at their very best, although their form has seen them climb away from relegation contention.Read more FootballThe blue half of Merseyside will be hoping for a repeat of James Tarkowski’s last gasp heroics at Goodison Park, which earned them a point in the final Merseyside derby at the famous stadium. How to watch Liverpool vs Everton and is there a live stream?Liverpool vs Everton will be shown LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event.Action will be available for stream live on Sky Go or the Sky Sports App.The match in Liverpool starts at 8pm GMT.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog. More