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      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal LIVE RESULT – Gunners lose ground in title race AGAIN as De Cordova-Reid goal seals huge win – latest

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      ARSENAL finished 2023 with a defeat as they were beaten 2-1 by Fulham at Craven Cottage.Bukayo Saka tapped in from close range to give Mikel Arteta’s side the lead inside five minutes.
      Raul Jimenez finished off a superb Fulham counter-attack just before the half-hour mark to put the Cottagers back on level terms.
      And De Cordova-Reid slammed home the winner after some abject Gunners defending in the box in the second half.

      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event
      Live stream: NOW
      Fulham team: Leno, Castagne, Tosin, Bassey, Robinson, Palhinha, Cairney, De Cordova-Reid, Iwobi, Willian, Jimenez
      Arsenal team: Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior, Rice, Odegaard, Havertz, Saka, Martinelli, Nketiah

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      Full time – Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      It’s all over! A huge result for Fulham – and an even bigger one for Arsenal as far as their season is concerned.
      The Gunners miss the opportunity to go top of the Premier League despite leading inside five minutes at Craven Cottage.
      However, goals from Raul Jimenez and Bobby Decordova-Reid turned the game around, and the Cottagers defiantly saw out any Arsenal response in the pouring rain with courage and charisma.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      90+4. Arsenal win back-to-back corners, but towering headers from Tosin and Diop relieve the pressure.
      The ball comes back to Trossard on the right, but his deep cross is so deep that it soars over Bernd Leno and out for a goalkick.
      That could be the end of the road for the Gunners.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Jimenez yellow card
      90+2 . It’s not often you see a player yellow carded for being pushed over but it’s just happened to Raul Jimenez.
      Admittedly, he was trying to thump a dead ball into the Hammersmith End to waste time.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      90. Arsenal will have five minutes of stoppage time if they are to rescue something.
      These Fulham players have been magnificent though, and deserve all three points.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      88. Pereira curls the free-kick over the wall…
      …and on to the crossbar!
      Fulham so, so close to sealing victory.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      87. Saliba brings down Wilson as he races through on goal… is this going to be a red card?! No, it’s only yellow.
      The Fulham players and boss Marco Silva are absolutely furious, and feel the Arsenal defender denied a goalscoring opportunity.
      Saliba perhaps was helped by the fact that Gabriel was rushing back to support his partner.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      85. Fulham are looking the more likely to add to the score on the break.
      Arsenal just look out of ideas.
      Can they salvage something here? Can they salvage their season?
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      83. Saka has a sight of goal, but just as he’s about to fire past Leno, Palhinha arrives with a superb thumping challenge.
      The Portuguese boss lifts himself up from the turf and lets out a celebratory roar and fist pump.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Fulham double substitution
      81. A double change from the Cottagers brings Harry Wilson – on for his 100th Fulham appearance – and Issa Diop into the game.
      Willian and Bobby Decordova-Reid make way.
      It will mean a three at the back for Marco Silva’s team in the final stages.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      79. A defensive header from Castagne brings Arsenal their first corner of the game, but it’s defended well by the home side.
      The Fulham defence are less convincing moments later when a cross from the left travels through everyone, only to evade Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel at the back stick.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Bassey yellow card
      78. Calvin Bassey – sent off for two bookable offences at Arsenal – is yellow carded against the Gunners again.
      And just like his first at the Emirates, it’s for supposed time-wasting.
      Back in August, he was booked for delaying a goalkick despite Saka still being inside the penalty area.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Arsenal substitution
      77. Another throw of the dice from Mikel Arteta.
      The Gunners haven’t found much width this afternoon, but maybe Reiss Nelson can change that. He replaces Kai Havertz.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      75. Tom Cairney continues to play a captain’s role for Fulham, keeping possession, making space and bringing others into the game.
      Just a really lovely footballer.
      The torrential rain has absolutely flattened his quiff, mind.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      73. As it stands, Arsenal sit fourth in the Premier League with Tottenham – currently 1-0 up against Bournemouth – breaking down their necks.
      Two goals would change it all though, and the Gunners would be back at the summit.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Fulham substitution
      71. The heavens have opened in south-west London and the rain is hammering it down now. It’s really windy too. We could be in for a chaotic end of this contest.
      Meanwhile, Marco Silva makes his first change, bringing on Andreas Pereira for Alex Iwobi, who departs to warm applause from both sets of fans.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      69. Fulham aren’t done attacking despite the arrival of Arsenal reinforcements.
      Raul Jimenez attempts a ridiculous 20-yard rabona (and clatters into Tomiyasu), but following up Cairney lets fly with an effort that forces Raya into a diving push away.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Arsenal double substitution
      67. Odegaard whips the free-kick up over the wall…
      …and the crossbar.
      That’s the cue for Mikel Arteta to make two further changes, introducing Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard.
      Off go Gabriel Martinelli and Ben White so it’s a rare opportunity for Jesus and Nketiah to play together.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal – Cairney yellow card
      65. The first booking of the game goes to Fulham captain Tom Cairney, who is late in his attempt to stop a spinning Saka.
      It’s a free-kick to Arsenal about 25 yards from goal. Odegaard stands over it.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      63. A chance for an immediate response!
      Robinson and Tosin make heavy work of dealing with Martinelli’s cross from the left, allowing it to drift through to an unmarked Saka at the far post.
      The Arsenal forward has to take it on the volley, but gets his connection all wrong, sending it high over the crossbar.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      61. Arsenal have less than half hour to rescue this one if they are to bring in the new year at the top of the Premier League.
      On the touchline, Mikel Arteta looks concerned.
      Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
      59. Fulham have come from behind to lead at Craven Cottage!
      But if the equaliser was stylish, their second is an absolute mess.
      Willian’s outswinging corner from the right is met by Palhinha’s header into the back of Declan Rice.
      The ball diverts towards Gabriel, whose attempted clearance hits Takehiro Tomiyasu and falls for Bobby Decordova-Reid to crash into the roof of the net from eight yards.
      Fulham in front!

      Fulham 1-1 Arsenal

      58. Fulham are having their best spell of pressure in the second period.
      A couple of crosses have had the visiting defence in trouble, and it brings the hosts successive corners.
      Fulham 1-1 Arsenal
      56. Excellent defending from Saliba cuts out a Palhinha through ball that would have had Jimenez through on goal.
      Fulham 1-1 Arsenal
      54. Arsenal are moving steadily into Fulham’s final third.
      But while they were breaking records for touches in the penalty area without scoring on Thursday, they are struggling to get into the home side’s box today.
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      Tottenham vs Bournemouth LIVE SCORE: Premier League latest updates as in-form Cherries travel to Spurs

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      TOTTENHAM are facing the most in-form team in the Premier League as they aim to return to winning ways.Bournemouth are unbeaten in seven league games including winning the last four, while Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs went down 4-2 at Brighton in their last game.

      Kick-off: 2pm
      TV channel/ live stream: Not televised live in the UK

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      Tom Lockyer breaks silence on his cardiac arrest and thanks ‘heroic actions’ of players and medics who ‘saved my life’

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      LUTON TOWN star Tom Lockyer has released his first statement since suffering the his cardiac arrest on December 16.Lockyer, 29, suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch during the Hatters’ clash with Bournemouth earlier this month.
      Tom Lockyer suffered a cardiac arrest against Bournemouth on December 16Credit: Getty
      The Luton captain has released a statement thanking those who saved himCredit: Alamy
      The defender collapsed in terrifying scenes at Bournemouth on December 20Credit: Reuters
      Lockyer has now thanked the heroes who saved his life on the pitchCredit: PA
      Last week, the Welsh centre-back was discharged from hospital as he continues his recovery.
      Now he has posted a statement via his social media channels to provide supporters with an update on his condition as he thanked the “heroic” actions” of the people that saved him.
      It began: “I would just like to say that I am doing very well and feeling very much myself after the cardiac arrest I suffered in Bournemouth. The reason I’m doing so well is all down to the heroic actions of the players, staff, doctors and paramedics.
      “I feel thankful that this happened to me surrounded by these heroes. They saved my life. I will never forget what you did for me.
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      “While I’m sad not to be involved, I feel full of pride watching the boys carry on the battle without me.
      “The fighting spirit I’ve seen in the last three games has given me a much needed lift. I will be doing whatever I can in whichever ways are possible to help the Gaffer and the Club.
      “In what capacity that is remains to be decided as I’m due to meet with specialists in the new year.”
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      Lockyer, who underwent minor heart surgery in the summer after collapsing at Wembley in the Championship play-off final win over Coventry, continued: “I cannot stress enough how important it is for as many people as possible to know CPR. It literally saves lives, like mine.
      “Please check out the British Heart Foundation website for basics or get yourself on a course. You just never know when you might need it.”
      Lockyer then wrote: “I have been overwhelmed by the support that I have received and thank you all for your messages, letters, gifts and well wishes.
      “Seeing the banners at the ground and hearing my name being sung really did mean a lot to me and my family.”
      The star then signed off with: “Finally I would like to thank Bournemouth, Gary Sweet, Rob Edwards and Luton Town for the support they’ve given my family during this time.
      “I hope that everyone has a very Happy New Year and best wishes for 2024. Locks.”
      Pelly Ruddock Mpanzu, left, and Carlton Morris, right, holding Lockyer’s shirt up to the fansCredit: Reuters More

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      Amazing list of things that weren’t invented when Man Utd last lost five games in December

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have lost five games in December for the first time since 1933.The Red Devils’ 2-1 loss at Nottingham Forest on Saturday completed the set to end a disappointing month for United.
      Manchester United lost five times in December for the first time since 1933Credit: Alamy
      Ballpoint pens were one of the things that had not been invented yetCredit: Getty
      Mobile phones were also decades away from being introducedCredit: Alamy
      Erik ten Hag’s side were also beaten by Newcastle, Bournemouth, Bayern Munich and West Ham this month.
      It is the first time in 90 years United have tasted defeat five times in December.
      A number of everyday items were not even invented the last time they achieved the feat, including Lego and instant coffee.
      Here are some of the items that were not available back in 1933.
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      Trampoline
      Young United fans had to wait a year to get their hands on a trampoline the last time the club lost five matches in December.
      The garden staple was not invented by George Nissen and Larry Griswold until 1934.
      Ballpoint pen
      Ten Hag would have been without a pen to make notes during his side’s losses, too.
      Ballpoint pens were introduced five years later in 1938 by Hungarian inventor Laszlo Biro.
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      Instant coffee
      Instant coffee was also invented that same year by Nestle.
      The company launched their new product as part of the Nescafe brand.
      Instant coffee was not available for another five yearsCredit: Getty
      Credit card
      It would be almost two decades until credit cards became part of everyday life.
      The bank payment cards have been in use since 1950 and were the brainchild of Frank X McNamara.
      Lego
      Children had to wait another five years before they could play with Lego, though.
      Since its foundation in 1955, Lego has become the world’s largest toy manufacturer and expanded into films, games and amusement parks.
      Lego was invented in 1955, 22 years after United last lost five times in DecemberCredit: Getty
      Velcro
      The name given to hook-and-loop fasteners came from the brand which invented them in 1956.
      Velcro has a range of uses, including on shoes and attaching items to surfaces, but was not around until 23 years after United’s last five-loss December.
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      Mobile phone
      Unsurprisingly, mobile phones were still over four decades away from being invented when the Red Devils were beaten five times in December 1933.
      Japanese firm NTT introduced the devices in 1979, which have now evolved into smartphones over the last 44 years.
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      Liverpool vs Newcastle preview: Reds host wounded Magpies in huge Premier League clash on New Year’s Day – team news

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      LIVERPOOL will host Newcastle United in the Premier League’s opening clash of 2024 – and it promises to be a blockbuster.The Reds have only lost one top-flight game at Anfield since March 8th, 2021.
      Darwin Nunez was on the scoresheet as Liverpool beat Burnley 2-0 on Boxing DayCredit: ALAMY
      Newcastle were on the end of a shock 3-1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest last time outCredit: ALAMY
      Liverpool have been one of the stand-out sides so far this season as Jurgen Klopp’s men look to secure their second Premier League title in 2024.
      Meanwhile, Newcastle has failed to build on their remarkable success last campaign, with European football taking its toll on the squad.
      Eddie Howe’s injury-riddled side has only picked up three points from their last five games as the Toon drop further away from the top four places.
      The Magpies’ record at Anfield doesn’t make for good reading for Newcastle fans as the North East outfit have failed to win any of their past 27 Premier League visits (D5 L22).
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      When is Liverpool vs Newcastle?

      Liverpool vs Newcastle will take place on Monday, January 1st, 2024.
      Kick off will be at 8pm GMT.
      Anfield will host.

      What TV channel is Liverpool vs Newcastle on and can it be live streamed?

      Liverpool vs Newcastle will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Sky Sports customers can live stream the match via the NOW app/website.
      Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog to keep up to date with all the action.

      Team news
      Liverpool will be without Andy Robertson, Alexis Mac Allister, Kostas Tsimikas, Thiago Alcantara and Joel Matip for their New Year’s Day clash with Newcastle.
      Mohamed Salah will be eager to get on the scoresheet and claim his 150th Premier League goal for the Reds.
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      Eddie Howe still has a number of injury problems despite the return of Sven Botland and Joelinton in recent weeks.
      The likes of Joe Willock, Harvey Barnes, Jamaal Lascelles, Nick Pope, Elliot Anderson and Jacob Murphy are all expected to remain out for Newcastle’s trip to Merseyside.
      What are the odds?
      Match result

      Liverpool – 4/9
      Draw – 18/5
      Newcastle – 11/2

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      Forgotten Arsenal star Mohamed Elneny offered Emirates escape route as lucrative transfer on table for outcast

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      MOHAMED ELNENY has a lucrative transfer offer on the table ahead of the January transfer window.The Arsenal midfielder has been offered an escape route away from the Emirates Stadium after struggling for opportunities this season.
      A number of clubs are interested in Mohamed ElnenyCredit: Getty
      Elneny has only made four appearances so far this term after returning from a knee injury.
      However, he could now be on his way out of the Premier League, according to Fabrizio Romano.
      Trabzonspor are reportedly interested in a move for the 31-year-old, with other clubs also weighing up an approach.
      The report adds that Besiktas, Galatasaray and clubs in Saudi Arabia are exploring the conditions of a potential transfer.
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      Elneny previously spent the 2019/20 on loan in Turkey with Besiktas.
      The Egyptian joined Arsenal in 2016 and is currently the club’s longest-serving player.
      He has since made 159 appearances for the Gunners, scoring six goals and winning the FA Cup in 2017.
      Since his injury comeback, though, Elneny has made just four appearances and has not featured in the league since October.
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      After signing an extension in February, his contract is set to expire at the end of this season.
      He may not be the only departure from the Emirates next month, either, with Arsenal reportedly also open to loaning out Takehiro Tomiyasu. More

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      Horror Bruno Fernandes stat revealed as Man Utd fans fume at captain’s role in Nottingham Forest winning goal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are fuming with Bruno Fernandes following his performance against Nottingham Forest.The Red Devils captain was not at his best as United lost 2-1 at the City Ground – their ninth loss of the Premier League campaign.
      Bruno Fernandes lost possession in the build-up to Nottingham Forest’s goalCredit: Sky Sports
      Fans criticised the Manchester United captain’s performance against Nottingham ForestCredit: Rex
      Fernandes, 29, lost possession 28 times during the match – at least eight more times than any other player on the pitch.
      And some fans also felt he was at fault for Forest’s late winner, which was expertly finished by Morgan Gibbs-White.
      United were pushing for a winner after Marcus Rashford cancelled out Nicolas Dominguez’s opener, and Rasmus Hojlund had an effort which was well saved by goalkeeper Matt Turner.
      Amad Diallo followed up and played a square box to Fernandes inside the box but the Red Devils skipper bizarrely decided to step over the ball instead of taking a touch.
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      Forest midfielder Ryan Yates picked up the ball and sprinted through the centre of the pitch unchallenged, before finding former United star Anthony Elanga.
      He teed up Gibbs-White who whipped the ball into the bottom corner from outside the box, giving Nuno Espirito Santo’s side back-to-back wins.
      United supporters slammed Fernandes for his role in the goal and his overall performance.
      One said: “The Forest winner comes from a ludicrous decision by Fernandes to step over the ball in the box with no-one behind him when a shot, touch (& probably winning a pen) or playing it back to Diallo were 3 far better options.
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      “Summed his performance up. Pathetic – again.”
      Another added: “Bruno Fernandes cost us the game yesterday.”
      A third wrote: “Bruno Fernandes shocking. No accountability, absolutely pathetic.” More

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      Premier League rivals set to battle each other to lure ex-Man Utd coach Kieran McKenna from promotion-chasing Ipswich

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      KIERAN McKENNA may be in the middle of a managerial tug-of-war, with Brighton and Crystal Palace lining him up.The Ipswich boss, 37, is trying to make the Prem with the Tractor Boys but may get a ticket to the top on his own in the coming months.
      Brighton and Crystal Palace are interested in Kieran McKennaCredit: PA
      McKenna has impressed as a No 1 after his success in a coaching role at Manchester United.
      Seagulls have him on an emergency list if Roberto De Zerbi is tempted away, and are known for spotting hot managerial prospects.
      McKenna’s attacking style would suit Albion, who know their highly-rated Italian gaffer is admired by bigger clubs at home and abroad.
      Palace are also keen on McKenna as they seek a long-term successor for Roy Hodgson, 76.
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      Their ideal timetable would be to make a summer swoop. The Eagles are still behind Hodgson and it would be difficult to recruit McKenna now when he is in a promotion race.
      Palace have also been linked with free agent Steve Cooper, 44, but McKenna would come without a sacking on his CV.
      Cooper has been on the Eagles’ radar for a while but there is not universal support for the ex-Nottingham Forest coach and Palace are still looking around for the best option at the end of the season.
      Ipswich have a compensation clause in McKenna’s deal of about £4million, which would not put off either of the Premier League pair if they come for him.
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      The Tractor Boys currently sit second in the Championship table, eight points behind leaders Leicester.
      They are on track to earn promotion to the Premier League at the end of the season. More