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      Declan Rice has classy response after Arsenal star is BOOED by former club West Ham following £105m transfer

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      ARSENAL superstar Declan Rice issued a classy message to former club West Ham despite getting booed by Hammers fans on Wednesday.Rice returned to the London Stadium for the first time since his record £105million move to Arsenal last summer.
      Arsenal star Declan Rice was booed by West Ham fans on his return to the London StadiumCredit: Rex
      Rice, though, issued a classy message to West Ham fans despite the jeersCredit: Reuters
      The star midfielder came off the bench in the 57th minute during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match.
      However, that wasn’t a homecoming to be remembered as he was jeered by many home fans, who still haven’t forgiven him for joining their London rivals.
      However, there was also a section of supporters who haven’t forgotten his eight-year contribution to the club and rose to their feet to applaud their former captain.
      The East Londoners’ manager David Moyes urged the fans to show the 24-year-old the respect that he deserves before the match but there were some who didn’t take his advice.
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      The England international, though, wasn’t daunted by the boos as he took to Instagram after the match to issue a story of him showing appreciation to the West Ham faithful.
      Rice accompanied the pic with the following message: “Despite the result, loved being back at the stadium & seeing so many familiar faces.
      “Thank you West Ham fans for the reception. Will be forever grateful to all of you.
      “Wish you all nothing but the best for the rest of the season. See you soon!”
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      Rice’s homecoming really didn’t go the way he hoped as Arsenal were also knocked out of the Carabao Cup.
      West Ham won 3-1 thanks to an own-goal by Ben White and goals by Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen.
      The North Londoners’ captain Martin Odegaard eased the blow for his team when he hit the back of the net during stoppage time.
      Moyes’ men are now set for another difficult match in the competition as they will visit Liverpool in the quarter-finals on December 19. More

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      Paul Merson’s bold Tottenham vs Chelsea claim leaves Sky Sports panel stunned ahead of huge Premier League clash

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      ARSENAL legend Paul Merson would be “shocked” if Premier League leaders Tottenham BEAT struggling Chelsea.Spurs and the Blues face off in the Premier League on Monday at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
      Paul Merson left the Sky Sports panel stunned with a controversial predictionCredit: Sky Sports
      The North Londoners have been flying high this season and are top of the table thanks to a ten-match unbeaten streak, which has seen them win a staggering eight times along the way.
      The West Londoners, on the other hand, have been struggling significantly with only three wins out of ten league matches, of which they have lost four.
      That has seen Mauricio Pochettino’s side left languishing in 11th place.
      However, Merson still doesn’t believe Tottenham can beat Chelsea next week.
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      During his latest Sky Sports appearance, the pundit stated Ange Postecoglou’s side will “have a go” and that will suit the visitors as it will allow them to find space for the counter-attack.
      Merson told the panel: “Chelsea fans would rather play them teams [who come at them].
      “Teams that come to Chelsea and sit back, it’s a struggle. I go and watch myself. Ten behind the ball.
      “I am more confident about going to Tottenham on Monday than playing Brentford at home. I am.
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      “Because I know Tottenham will have a go – I am going Monday. I would be shocked if Chelsea lose, I would be shocked.”
      Merson left the panel stunned with his controversial take of the upcoming clash.
      Jamie Mackie replied: “You would be shocked if they lost?”
      And Glenn Murray started to laugh as he added: “Against top of the league?”
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      Arsenal legend Merson would be “shocked” if Tottenham beat Chelsea
      Danny Mills joined the conversation as he said: “I think you are on your own, Merse.”
      However, that didn’t daunt Merson as he doubled down on his bold analysis, insisting Tottenham are set for a different kind of pressure.
      Merson explained: “This is the first time after a very, very long time, believe me, that Tottenham fans will be turning up expected to beat Chelsea.
      “For the first time in a long time and they should. But it’s a different pressure now. They have to have a go.” More

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      Fulham vs Man Utd: Under-fire Ten Hag faces crucial Cottagers clash in huge Prem match – stream, TV channel, teams

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      MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag is under immense pressure as his side travel to Fulham for an intriguing Premier League contest.Goals from Miguel Almiron, Lewis Hall and Joe Willock saw the Red Devils go crashing out of the Carabao Cup at the hands of Newcastle.
      Manchester United were dumped out of the Carabao Cup by NewcastleCredit: Alamy
      And it was a result that has now meant United have made their worst start to the season in 61 years.
      But the Manchester giants will be expected to bounce back against Fulham who are lingering in the bottom half of the table.
      However, Marco Silva’s men go into this game fresh from a Carabao Cup fourth-round win against Championship outfit, Ipswich Town.
      When is Fulham vs Man Utd?

      Manchester United’s crucial lunchtime clash against Fulham will take place on Saturday, November 4.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 12:30pm GMT.
      Craven Cottage is the allocated venue for this Premier League match and it can host approximately 25,700 fans.
      Goals from Jadon Sancho and Bruno Fernandes helped United overturn a one-goal deficit when the sides met on the last day of the 2022/23 campaign.

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

      Fulham vs Manchester United will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 11am GMT – one hour and 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans can also stream the action on Discovery+ via any mobile device or tablet.
      Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the entire match.

      What is the team news?
      Marco Silva would have been pleased to see his side progress to the quarter-final of the Carabao Cup without picking up any new injuries.
      However, the Fulham boss is set to continue without the quintet of Issa Diop (foot), Kenny Tete (muscle), Adama Troare (muscle), Tosin Adarabioyo (groin) and Steven Benda (cruciate ligament) for the United clash.
      Elsewhere, Casemiro’s return to the team was cut short as the Brazilian icon sustained a muscular injury during the Carabao Cup Newcastle defeat.
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      And it could mean that Casemiro will be joining Tyrell Malacia (knee), Lisandro Martinez (foot), Amad Diallo (knee) and Luke Shaw (muscle) on the sidelines.
      While there is still no return date for exiled Jadon Sancho.
      Casemiro was forced off with an injury having just returned from an ankle issueCredit: AP
      What are the latest odds?

      Fulham to win 23/10
      Draw 5/2
      Man Utd to win 11/10

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power are correct at time of publication More

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      Newcastle vs Arsenal: Gunners face high-flying Magpies in a thrilling Premier League contest – stream, TV channel, teams

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      ARSENAL face a mammoth Premier League challenge as they travel to Tyneside where high-flying Newcastle awaits.The Gunners were hoping to be battling on all fronts this campaign after having an impressive start to the season.
      Declan Rice had a disappointing return to former club West HamCredit: Getty
      Ex-Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock scored a stunner against Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      However, a damning performance at the London Stadium helped West Ham dump Mikel Arteta’s men out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
      And now, Arsenal will have to pick themselves up against a Newcastle side who recently thrashed Manchester United at Old Trafford.
      But the North London outfit are yet to taste defeat in the league – something that only bitter rivals Tottenham have achieved so far.
      When is Newcastle vs Arsenal?

      Arsenal’s mouthwatering match against Newcastle will take place on Saturday, November 4.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 5:30pm GMT.
      St James’ Park is the allocated venue for this huge Premier League fixture and it can host approximately 52,000 fans.
      Martin Odegaard’s strike and an own goal from Fabian Schar saw the Gunners escape Newcastle with a 2-0 win last time the teams met.

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

      Newcastle vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 5pm GMT on both channels – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans also have the option to stream the action on NOW TV via any mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the entire match.

      What is the team news?
      Newcastle boss Eddie Howe would have been devastated to see Matt Target forced off during the Manchester United win after just three minutes with a hamstring issue.
      And it could possibly see the Magpies defender miss the Arsenal clash along with Harvey Barnes (foot), Aleksandr Isak (groin), Elliot Anderson (back), Jacob Murphy (shoulder), Lewis Miley (muscle) and Sven Botman (knee).
      While £70million summer signing Sandro Tonali continues to serve his ten-month footballing ban.
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      Elsewhere, Mikel Arteta revealed that Emile Smith Rowe missed the West Ham defeat due to a knee issue which will see him sidelined along with Gabriel Jesus (hamstring), Thomas Partey (muscle) and Jurrien Timber (knee).
      Emile Smith Rowe sustained a knee injury before the West Ham defeatCredit: Alamy
      What are the latest odds?

      Newcastle to win 17/10
      Draw 23/10
      Arsenal to win 6/4

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      ‘There are a lot of fall-outs behind the scenes’ at Man Utd says Shay Given who sees ‘divide’ between Ten Hag and stars

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      FORMER Newcastle goalkeeper Shay Given said that Manchester United’s problems extend beyond the field following their 3-0 defeat to Newcastle last night.He believes there is a “real divide” between the players and Erik Ten Hag as he delivered his analysis on the heavy defeat.
      Things are beginning to look ominous for Ten Hag at UnitedCredit: Alamy
      The result was United’s second consecutive 3-0 loss at home after being beaten by Manchester City at the weekend.
      There is a growing feeling that Ten Hag has lost the dressing room at United, with his treatment of Jadon Sancho continuing to dominate conversation.
      The winger continues to be exiled from the squad until he apologises to the manager, but that position has been undermined by Ten Hag continuing to play the likes of Antony.
      Raphael Varane’s absence from the Manchester derby first XI and complete omission from the squad yesterday is another talking point, with some claiming the Frenchmen is the “new scapegoat”.
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      Given told Sky Sports after the match: “It feels there is a real divide, in my opinion, between the players and the manager.
      “I think there are a lot of fall outs behind the scenes, that maybe we don’t hear about.
      “Varane was missing tonight and in the derby, ill, Sancho is out of the picture and Antony has had his issues.
      “At the end of any managerial reign at any club, there seems to be a disbelief.
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      Given told Sky Sports he is worried for Ten Hag at UnitedCredit: Getty – Contributor
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      “Players have to take responsibility, that’s their job when you cross the white line.
      “But it seems at the end of someone’s tether that players, I don’t want to say down tools, but there is disconnection.
      “Losing the derby at the weekend and then losing here tonight, the game was over after an hour.”
      Former Manchester United and Newcastle striker Andy Cole said the club needs to stick together in the midst of defeat with the club now at a crossroads.
      He told Sky Sports: “Losing Sunday and again this evening, the performance wasn’t good and Ten Hag knows that and appreciates that.
      “He is talking about looking at himself, but the players need to look at themselves as once you go over the white line, it is not about the manager, it is about playing for each other.”
      United have the chance to arrest their poor run of form since the international break when they travel to Craven Cottage to face Fulham this Saturday.
      Another poor result could leave the manager in big trouble – with United ninth and eight points adrift of a Champions League spot. More

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      Man Utd icon Andy Cole rips into Antony as legendary striker says ‘he would drive me absolutely mad’

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      ANDY COLE has ripped into Manchester United winger Antony for his form this season.The legendary striker has claimed the Brazilian “would drive me absolutely mad”.
      Andy Cole has ripped into Antony amid his Manchester United strugglesCredit: Rex
      The legendary striker says ‘he would drive me absolutely mad’Credit: Sportsfile
      Antony has struggled since his £85.5million move from Ajax last summer.
      His form has yet to improve this season, with the 23-year-old yet to score or register an assist.
      However, he was handed a start against Newcastle in the Carabao Cup after being limited to four minutes off the bench in Sunday’s loss to Manchester City.
      Ahead of Newcastle’s visit to Old Trafford on Wednesday, Cole gave his views on Antony’s attitude and contribution to the team.
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      “He would drive me absolutely mad,” the United icon told Sky Sports.
      “He is an individual, we all know he is really left footed and will not go to the right hand side. So if you are a centre forward making a run to the near post, you know you will never get it.
      “I look at things like that, he doesn’t score enough goals for me or create enough chances for his team-mates. 
      “You look at him and think, ‘what are you giving?’
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      Antony has failed to score or register an assist so far this seasonCredit: Rex
      “They spent a hell of a lot of money on him and the manager has backed him. He has found it really tough.”
      Cole enjoyed seven successful years with United during his playing days.
      He won 11 major trophies with the club, including the Champions League and five league titles.
      The striker also scored an impressive 121 goals in 275 appearances for the Red Devils. More

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      Man Utd legend Gary Neville brutally tears into Anthony Martial in savage rant but fans say ‘wow… spot on’

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      GARY NEVILLE has ripped into Anthony Martial and claimed he should not be playing for Manchester United.The striker has struggled with injuries in recent years but Neville has been left unimpressed by his goalscoring record at Old Trafford.
      Anthony Martial should not be playing for Manchester United, says Gary NevilleCredit: Reuters
      The pundit slammed the striker’s goalscoring recordCredit: Sky Sports
      Martial, 27, has scored 89 goals in 311 games for the Red Devils since joining nine years ago.
      Neville was shocked to hear those stats and believes there is no way Martial should be starting ahead of Rasmus Hojlund.
      He said ahead of the match against Newcastle: “When you hear the stats there and think he is a goalscorer that cost £50-60million and has scored 89 goals in nine years and we still can’t get him out of the club.
      “I don’t think we are being hard enough. The failing of the football and recruitment department is absolutely incredible.
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      “The reality is there is no way he should be leading the line in any competition.
      “They have the young lad Hojlund who has real promise but they need experience up alongside him.
      “If he came into United and his partner was Cole, Yorke or Cantona you would see a sensation as the pressure would be off him. I feel for him a bit.”
      Fans agreed with Neville’s viewpoint on the Frenchman with one saying: “Wow…spot on.”
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      Another added: “The fact he’s classed as a striker is laughable.”
      A third wrote: “The next Henry they said 😭😭😭. Just as bad as Weghorst😂😂”
      And another commented: “89 goals is pathetic.” More

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      Chelsea player ratings: Cole Palmer and Raheem Sterling run the show but Nicolas Jackson remains goal-shy

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      CHELSEA booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals thanks to a joint masterclass from Cole Palmer and Raheem Sterling. Palmer helped set up the Blues winning goals, including Sterling’s second-half beauty.
      Chelsea booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finalsCredit: Getty
      But still Mauricio Pochettino will be temped back into the transfer market for a solution to his No9 problem.
      Here is how Jack Figg rated Chelsea’s players from Stamford Bridge.
      Robert Sanchez – 6
      Given little to do throughout but the Spaniard still looks susceptible to the ball at his feet. Almost caught out just after the break.
      Reece James – 6
      The returning skipper was very aggressive down the right flank during his hour shift. It’s clear he wants to make up for lost time.
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      Axel Disasi – 7
      Solid 90 minutes at centre-back having filled in at full-back recently with James out. Partnered well with former Monaco team-mate Benoit Badiashile.
      Benoit Badiashile and Axel Disasi lead Chelsea’s celebrationsCredit: Getty
      Benoit Badiashile – 8
      Sharp reactions to score opener and quality at the back all night. His return will give Pochettino a welcomed squad headache.
      Marc Cucurella – 6
      Good link up with Sterling down the left. The former Brighton man was positive down the left and looked to get regular crosses in.
      Lesley Ugochukwu – 6
      Played in the anchor role and won the ball back on several occasions. His positioning allowed Conor Gallagher and Enzo Fernandez further afield.
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      Conor Gallagher was full of creativityCredit: Reuters
      Conor Gallagher – 5
      Provided the opener with a cross from a short corner. The midfielder looked positive but lacked the final product or took one too many touches at times.
      Enzo Fernandez – 6
      Showed elements of working back defensively. Also had a couple of long range shots to keep Blackburn stopper Leopold Wahlstedt busy.
      Cole Palmer – 8
      A constant menace all night to defenders. Brilliantly aggressive down the right and equally creative centrally. Involved in both goals.
      Cole Palmer was a constant menace all night to defendersCredit: Getty
      Nicolas Jackson – 4
      Struggled to get into the game at times. His best play came holding up the ball for others but it will not solve Chelsea’s scoring problems.
      Raheem Sterling – 9
      Stunning performance from the winger. Unplayable cutting in on the left, where he scored Chelsea’s second. Also a handful when he switched to the right
      Subs
      Levi Colwill (for Badiashile 60 mins) – 6
      Looks mature beyond his years. It will be interesting to see how Pochettino juggles the youngster with Thiago Silva, Badiashile and Disasi.
      Malo Gusto (for James on 60 mins) – 5
      Unlucky not to get in the team after a solid run of matches in James’ absence.
      Caicedo (for Jackson on 75 mins) – 5
      Held down the midfield in the last 15 with the game already away from Blackburn.
      Noni Madueke (for Palmer on 86 mins) – 5
      Not given much time to prove himself. It will be tough to beat either Palmer or Sterling to a spot on the flank, though.
      Alex Matos (for Fernandez on 86 mins) – 5
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      A nice run out for the starlet.
      Raheem Sterling celebrates his goalCredit: Getty More