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      SunSport expert says Tottenham star Romero should have been sent off for shocking lunge.. and fans agree

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      CRISTIAN ROMERO was extremely lucky not to be sent off against Newcastle.The Tottenham defender’s second-half challenge endangered the safety of Callum Wilson with excessive force.
      Cristian Romero challenge on Callum Wilson
      “I don’t think he’ll learn. I think it’s in him. Some players you can’t tame them. He’s one of those”The Super Sunday panel discuss Cristian Romero’s yellow card 🟨 pic.twitter.com/x6opwq33gx— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 10, 2023

      I wouldn’t blame referee Chris Kavanagh for showing a yellow card as Ben Davies appeared to block his viewing angle.
      But Romero, just back from a ban, went over the top, caught Wilson twice and this was a case for VAR intervention and a red card.
      Brentford’s Frank Onyeka and Jacob Brown of Luton should have also been red-carded this weekend for similar challenges which went unpunished.
      We need to eradicate them from the game because a player will get seriously injured if we continue to allow them.
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      Romero has just returned from a three-game ban for a straight red card earlier this season.
      So that means, had he received the same punishment on the pitch this time he would have picked up a four-game suspension.
      Most fans were incredulous at what seemed his fierce follow-through on Wilson’s ankle did not lead to his instant dismissal in Spurs’ 4-1 win.
      One viewer hit out: “How is that not a red? Wtf!”
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      Jacob Brown’s tackle could have seriously hurt Man City star Phil FodenCredit: Rex
      Frank Onyeka stayed on despite this challenge on Sheffield United’s Vini SouzaCredit: Reuters
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      Another argued: “Red card definitely. Looking at similar situations this is obvious. Have some consistency for once.”
      A third fan suggested some officials are hesitant to dish out straight reds – because of video replays.
      He wrote: “The referee gave a yellow cos he knows he has VAR to fall back on! This has been the referee mentality since VAR has came in! They don’t make the decisions and wait for VAR!”
      Many observers reckon Romero is a “beast” – but opinion is split on whether he can, or should, be controlled.
      One claimed: “He might not be the same player if you tame him.”
      Another fan made a similar point: “Romero’s style might be untameable, an innate part of his game.”
      But this post summed up the alternative thinking: “He’s a beast, but he needs to chill. Too many cards, too many fouls.” More

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      Forgotten ex-Man Utd star ‘told he’s CURSED as furious agent launches sickening campaign of threats and violence’

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      FORMER Manchester United player Eric Bailly has said he has fallen victim of sickening threats by an agent claiming he has put a curse on him.Bailly spent seven years at United, one of which was on loan at Marseille, and amassed 113 appearances until his departure in September when he joined Besiktas.
      Eric Bailly has said he has fallen victim of sickening threats by an agentCredit: The Times
      Bailly spent seven years at Manchester United before moving to BesiktasCredit: Getty
      According to The Mirror, however, his time in Turkey kicked off on a sour note as an agent claiming he helped complete the centre-back’s move to Istanbul has accused him of owing him money.
      The Ivory Coast international’s camp said that the unnamed abuser has sent him dozens of disturbing messages on WhatsApp.
      Some of them include threats of legal action as well as physical violence as he warned him he will “send people” round to him.
      The agent has also told the 29-year-old he has successfully cursed him after Besiktas’ recent 3-1 loss to Fenerbahce, which saw the defender being penalised for handball and conceding a penalty.
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      One of the abusive messages read: “I am happy to see what my curse is doing to you. You are not a man. You are a big Mickey Mouse.”
      Another said: “I will not let you f*** me in my own country. You will see what happens after I open a fraud case against you.”
      The issue has been reported to Besiktas who promised to report it to the police and Fifa could also get involved as they oversee agents.
      Bailly is officially represented by his uncle Severin Bohui, who is a fully licensed agent, and is adamant the person abusing his nephew was in no way involved in the deal with the Turkish giants.
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      Bohui told The Mirror: “He’s not stopped sending him threats, messages and blackmails.
      “He is insinuating Eric owes him some money, because he was part of the people who brokered his move to Besiktas. Therefore Eric should pay him some money.
      “I asked Eric if he signed any intermediation contract with this guy, he said no.
      “I also asked the club if they knew this guy or if they asked him to speak to Eric on their behalf, they also said no. Same old story of agents trying to barge in deals.
      “One thing is for sure this guy has not stopped harassing Eric. He even sent him a message today after their defeat to Fenerbahce.
      “He’s threatening to send people out to him so I don’t think blocking him will solve the problem. This is more of a security issue than a Fifa one.” More

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      Spurs and Newcastle stars scrap after awful Romero hack but fans can’t help spot ‘another classic Gary Neville ‘ooo’

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      CRISTIAN ROMERO escaped a red card for a horror tackle that sparked a mass scrap in Tottenham’s 4-1 defeat of Newcastle.But fans were distracted from the controversy by the “weird noises” of what one called “another classic Gary Neville oooh”.
      The flare-up came near the end of a comfortable Spurs win
      “I don’t think he’ll learn. I think it’s in him. Some players you can’t tame them. He’s one of those”The Super Sunday panel discuss Cristian Romero’s yellow card 🟨 pic.twitter.com/x6opwq33gx— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 10, 2023

      Players squared up and others had to be kept apart
      “It’s a lack of respect!” 👀Callum Wilson explains his clash with Guglielmo Vicario towards the end of their 4-1 loss 😳 pic.twitter.com/lPIrRb0Cl0— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 10, 2023

      Romero would have got a four-game ban had he earned a second straight red this season for the challenge on Callum Willson near the end.
      But after the final whistle it was Wilson who reacted furiously to Guglielmo Vicario as he accused the Spurs keeper of showing a “lack of respect” by “pulling faces” in the closing minutes.
      Vicario later hit back on his Instagram story, sharing a clip of the Toon striker’s words and writing underneath: “Respect is given… to everyone that respects me!”
      Spurs wideman Pedro Porro also had to be shoved away by team-mates amid a hostile finale to Sunday’s Prem match.
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      Viewers, however, were mainly angry with the initial tackle from centre-back Romero.
      One claimed: “That Romero challenge looked a fairly clear cut case for VAR to step in and advise an upgrade from yellow to red card.”
      But Sky Sports pundit Neville diverted attention for some viewers with his response.
      As the Manchester United legend verbally winced at the on-field exchange, one observer posted: “Another classic Gary Neville OoOoOoO for the history books there.”
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      But another fan insisted: “Neville has such an agenda against Romero. The noises!!!! So weird.”
      A third supporter agreed: “Slipped on 1st challenge which made 2nd contact inevitable. But Neville hates him so much.”
      However, other viewers labelled Romero’s foul as “shocking” – with the strongest verdict being the “most malicious tackle of all time”.
      Spurs were 3-0 up at the time – through Destiny Udogie and a double from Richarlison – with just ten minutes left.
      Son Heung-min then added a penalty to his two assists before Joelinton replied for the Magpies.
      And at the end Wilson couldn’t contain his contempt for Vicario “messing round” – like his England squad-mate Jordan Pickford did when Everton beat Newcastle 3-0 last Wednesday.
      Wilsoin told Sky Sports: “There’s a way to win, isn’t there.
      I think we’ve seen it in the week when Everton were winning and Pickford was messing about.
      You know, the goalkeeper,for the header, he starts pulling faces and messing around.
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      “It’s just a lack of respect, I thought.
      “But I said my piece. We’re grown men, we move on.”
      Callum Wilson was unhappy with home keeper Guglielmo Vicario’s anticsCredit: Reuters More

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      Fans slam Pochettino’s ‘insane’ plan as he demands January transfers after Everton loss despite Boehly’s £1BILLION spend

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      CHELSEA fans have slammed manager Mauricio Pochettino after he called for even more signings amid a disastrous campaign.It comes after the Blues suffered yet another miserable Premier League defeat to Everton, who beat them 2-0 at Goodison Park.
      Chelsea suffered another miserable Premier League loss at EvertonCredit: Getty
      Chelsea fans were furious with Pochettino after he called for more signingsCredit: AFP
      That was the West Londoners’ third loss in their last four league matches, which saw them drop to 12th place in the table.
      Pochettino admitted this was yet another “really disappointing” result for Chelsea fans.
      And the Argentinean tactician hinted at even more additions in the upcoming January transfer window.
      Pochettino said after the whistle: “I’m really disappointed. This was a game to play and to win. It’s a problem we need to check.
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      “We need to talk and to try and improve in the next transfer market.”
      Some Chelsea fans didn’t take kindly to Pochettino’s statement as new owner Todd Boehly has splashed over £1billion since taking over in the summer of 2022.
      In fact, Boehly broke the Premier League transfer record twice with Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo arriving for a staggering £107million in February and £115m in August respectively.
      Some supporters have had enough of the constant signings and instead want the former Tottenham boss to work on building team cohesion.
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      One fan tweeted: “Just insane. How do you build any team cohesion if new faces arrive every six months?”
      Another commented: “It’s not about new signings. We need to make the team a unit and not just add to it.”
      A third wrote: “You need more players?”
      This fan said: “Lol extra 1billion to spend.”
      And that one stated: “As if that’s the solution.” More

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      Luton crowd taunts Jack Grealish with brutal chant but Man City star has the last laugh

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      JACK GREALISH went from zero to hair-o as he overcame cutting jibes.Luton fans trolled the Manchester City winger for looking incredibly similar to an ex-icon of their own – especially his trademark hairstyle.
      Jack Grealish enjoys sinking Luton after being trolled by home fansCredit: PA
      Lookalike Harry Cornick even celebrates his goals in the same wayCredit: Getty
      And as City trailed 1-0 at Kenilworth Road, home supporters chanted at Grealish: “He’s just a sh*t Harry Cornick.”
      That niche comparison – between two players who have so much in common yet have endured such contrasting fortunes – dates back a few years.
      And fans online loved the “amazing” chants in Sunday’s Prem clash.
      But the shouts were silenced midway through the second period when Grealish made the biggest impression himself – by sliding in to complete City’s 2-1 comeback victory.
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      Cornick has the same controversial buzzcut as the England ace.
      But matching crops merely top off what many Hatters’ supporters consider to be their dead-ringer appearances.
      They are both 28 and generally found on the wing.
      But while Grealish won the Treble with City last season, Cornick departed Luton for Bristol City in January.
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      And in fact it was MIDDLESBROUGH fans who sent comparisons between the two into overdrive in November 2021.
      Away supporters taunted Cornick during a Championship game with cries of: “He’s just a sh*t Jack Grealish.”
      But Cornick went on to round off a 3-1 home win for Luton.
      And Hatters fans responded by repeating the Boro chant – but as a compliment.
      A bit Corni – but who’s complaining?! More

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      Why is Dejan Kuluvsevski wearing a mask against Newcastle?

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      DEJAN KULUVSEVSKI will be hoping he is the difference maker for Tottenham in their thrilling match against Newcastle – and fans have spotted his new look.Spurs have lost FOUR out of their last five matches after losing to West Ham on Wednesday.
      Dejan Kuluvsevski will have to wear a mask for the foreseeable futureCredit: Rex
      However, the Magpies will also be wounded going into this match as Newcastle were thrashed 3-0 by relegation battlers Everton on the same day.
      And Kulusevski is hoping to pile further pressure on the Magpies even in his new mask.
      Why is Dejan Kuluvsevski wearing a mask against Newcastle?
      Dejan Kuluvsevski has been forced to wear a mask after breaking his nose in the midweek loss to West Ham.
      Cristian Romero fired Spurs ahead with an early header as they looked to end this torrid run.

      But Jarrod Bowen’s levelled the scoreline after serious misfortune on Spurs’ part, as an unlikely double deflection put the ball right in his path with only the keeper to beat.
      And James Ward-Prowse – often a Tottenham target over the years – profited from an awful backpass from Destiny Udogie to seal the three points for the Hammers. More

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      Fans say ‘action Jackson always fighting’ as Chelsea striker involved in furious brawl after 2-0 defeat at Everton

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      FANS blasted Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson amid ugly scenes after Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Everton.Jackson was labelled “action Jackson always fighting” after grabbing Toffees’ defender Nathan Patterson round the neck as Chelsea coaching staff held their summer signing back.
      Nicolas Jackson and Everton’s Nathan Patterson square upCredit: Reuters
      Jackson appears to grab Patterson after a ‘frustrating’ defeatCredit: Getty
      Everton players tried to keep the Senegal ace away as he squared up to Patterson.
      And the flare-up left many Blues’ supporters wishing their man showed the same passion before the final whistle.
      One posted: “Nicholas Jackson always getting into confrontations at the end of matches to cover for his rubbish performance.”
      Another claimed: “Jackson always acting tough but never when he playing. Useless guy.”
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      But a third observer had some sympathy as the Blues struggled again.
      He wrote: “Nico Jackson looks so frustrated.”
      Abdoulaye Doucoure and sub Lewis Dobbin struck to give Everton three straight Premier League wins for the first time in two years.
      Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino’s Blues drop to 12th as their erratic form continues.
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      Jackson only came on for the final 23 minutes in place of Armando Broja.
      And after the unfortunate scenes at the end, he was given loads of advice by irate fans.
      “Fighting all the time. Play football my friend,” said one.
      Another summed up the situation as: “More fights than wins ffs.” More

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      Everton 2-0 Chelsea LIVE RESULT: Doucoure and Dobbin sink Blues as pressure piles on Pochettino in dramatic Prem clash

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      CHELSEA have suffered yet another defeat on the road as they were beaten comfortably by Everton at Goodison Park.Goals from Abdoulaye Doucoure and Lewis Dobbin were enough to fire the Toffees to a crucial win.
      And to make matters worse, Reece James was forced off with ANOTHER injury after just 27 minutes

      RESULT: Everton 0-2 Chelsea
      TV channel/ live stream: Not available to watch in the UK.
      Everton XI: Pickford; Young, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Harrison, Garner, Gueye, McNeil; Doucoure; Calvert-Lewin
      Chelsea XI: Sanchez; James, Disasi, Badiashile, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Palmer, Gallagher, Mudryk; Broja

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      FT: Everton 2-0 Chelsea
      A hard-fought victory for The Toffees today.
      The stats can mislead you into thinking that Chelsea dominated this game today but they created so little.
      Chelsea’s fans who made the trip to Goodison Park today to watch this team deserve medals.

      FT: Everton 2-0 Chelsea
      The referee brings the game to a close and roof almost comes off Goodison Park.
      Goals from Doucoure and Dobbin seal the three points for Sean Dyche’s side.
      It is a huge victory in their efforts to steer clear of the bottom three.
      Everton 2-0 Chelsea
      90+6. Chelsea desperately try and find a goal.
      On this showing, they could play for 180 minutes and not score.
      Everton just need to see this game out now.
      Credit: Getty
      Everton 2-0 Chelsea
      90+4. That is game, set and match in this one.
      Dobbin’s strike from the edge of the box flew into the back of the net.
      It is nothing more than Sean Dyche’s side deserve, they have been the better team today.
      Goal – Lewis Dobbin (Everton)
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      90+2. The Everton fans groan when they see the fourth officials board.
      Everton have a corner to try and put this game to bed.
      Garner whips it in and ball is half cleared.
      Dobbin drills it into the back of the net from the edge of the box to seal all three points for The Toffees.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      90. McNeil breaks with the ball for Everton.
      He looks to hold the ball up but has little support and Gallagher wins the ball back.
      We are going to have an additional seven minutes added.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      88. Everton need to try and see this game out now.
      With so little time remaining, they need to defend their lead.
      Chelsea have it all to do if they are to get anything from this game.
      Credit: AP
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      86. Mudryk plays a reverse pass into the path of Caicedo.
      He tries to clip a cross into the box and it loops up in the air for Doucoure to head clear.
      The Everton midfielder is wiped out by Mudryk and wins his side a free kick.
      Harrison comes off for Dobbin for Dyche’s side.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      84. Sanchez is unable to continue and will be replaced by Petrovic.
      Cucurella is also replaced by Maatsen.
      Everton need to try and work the new keeper now.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      82. The ball has dropped into a dangerous area twice but Jackson just does not react quickly enough.
      On both occasions the Everton defenders are able to stab the ball away.
      As the referee awards a free kick to the hosts, it gives their defence a bit of a breather.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      80. Sterling and Gallagher are linking up more down the right.
      They switch play and Mudryk cuts in from the left wing.
      He tries to get a shot away from the edge of the box but it is blocked at the expense of a corner.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      78. Doucoure does well to deal with the Chelsea threat.
      He has been one of Everton’s best players today, along with McNeil.
      Chelsea are starting to pressure the final third of pitch more now.
      Credit: AP
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      76. Harrison his an inswinging cross which Beto flicks towards goal.
      He got too thick of a contact on it and Sanchez gathers with ease.
      As Chelsea have to throw caution to the wind more, they are there to be picked off on the counter-attack.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      74. Everton are coping well with the Chelsea attacks.
      They manage to get to the edge of the box but the final ball is dreadful and easily cleared.
      Doucoure breaks for the hosts but his attempted shot is blocked.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      72. This would be Chelsea’s seventh defeat of the season.
      They are a shadow of the side that won those Premier League titles.
      Even at 45-years-old, Drogba would probably get in this team.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      70. This has to be seen as a chance for Sterling to impress in front of the England manager today.
      Mudryk is fouled by Patterson out wide.
      Time is starting to run out for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      68. Gallagher goes in late on McNeil.
      The referee plays advantage but the attack breaks down.
      Chelsea counter and Jackson tries bend one in the top corner but it goes well wide.
      Credit: Getty
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      66. Mudryk gets to the byline and manages to square it back to Fernandez.
      He looks to stretch for the ball but it is easily blocked by Tarkowski.
      Broja and Fernandez come off for Sterling and Jackson.
      Calvert-Lewin comes off for Beto.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      64. Chelsea are trying to play their way through the Everton press.
      They look so devoid of creativity in the final third.
      Cole Palmer cannot do it all.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      62. Everton are starting to press Chelsea more now.
      Giving the visitors no time on the ball and looking to win the ball back as soon as The Blues have it.
      This is much more positive stuff from Sean Dyche’s side.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      60. Branthwaite lunges in on Broja on the edge of the box.
      The referee immediately awards a free kick and shows the Everton defender a yellow card.
      Big chance for the visitors to work Jordan Pickford.
      Palmer drills it under the wall but it is straight at the Everton keeper.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      58. The scoreline just goes to show that possession means nothing without a final product.
      Chelsea have bossed the stats but Pickford has had little to do.
      Everton’s more direct play is looking far more effective.
      Credit: Getty
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      56. That is a big goal for Sean Dyche’s side.
      Chelsea have rarely looked like threatening the Everton goal and now have it all to do.
      Goodison Park is bouncing after resembling a library for most of this game.
      Everton 1-0 Chelsea
      54 McNeil breaks from the halfway line and slots it into the path of Calvert-Lewin.
      His shot is blocked by Sanchez but the ball breaks to Doucoure on the edge of the box.
      He drills his shot into the bottom corner as Sanchez dives in the opposite direction. More