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      Fulham vs Newcastle LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Toon look to keep unbeaten run going in the capital

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      NEWCASTLE travel to Fulham for a huge Premier League clash this afternoon.Eddie Howe’s men are unbeaten so far this season after winning three and drawing one of their first four games.Fulham sit midtable on five points, with their only loss of the new campaign coming against Manchester United on opening day.Kick off time: 3pm BSTTV/Stream: Not available in the UK due to the 3pm blackoutFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below… More

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      Aston Villa vs Wolves LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Villans host fierce rivals in West Midlands derby

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      ASTON VILLA host fierce rivals Wolves in a blockbuster West Midlands derby this afternoon.Unai Emery’s men go into the match on the back of winning their Champions League opener away at Young Boys in the week.Meanwhile, Wolves are still searching for their first Premier League win of the season and currently sit in the relegation zone with just one point after four games.Kick off time: 3pm BSTTV/Stream: Not available in the UK due to the 3pm blackoutFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below… More

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      West Ham 0 Chelsea 3: Nicolas Jackson runs the show as Maresca’s rampant Blues silence Hammers fans in London derby

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      NICOLAS JACKSON enjoyed a Thriller with a starring role in Chelsea’s rout of West Ham.Striker Jacko celebrated his goals with a Michael Jackson-style dance as the Blues danced all over the abject Hammers.Nicolas Jackson fired Chelsea to a 3-0 victory over West Ham at the London StadiumCredit: GettyThe Blues striker scored twice during the opening 18 minutes in East LondonCredit: PACole Palmer added a third for the visitors just minutes into the second halfCredit: ReutersThe thumping win – Chelsea’s first since 2021 in East London – lifted them into second place in the Premier League table as the first top flight game of the weekend.Even warring Chelsea owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali were smiling as they were pictured together for the first time since news emerged of a boardroom split.The chairman and co-controlling owner are trying to remain on good terms as they try to buy each other out following a breakdown in their professional relationship.On the pitch, Jackson’s imitation of his Pop idol namesake was a poor one.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut there was nothing second rate about his finishes as West Ham were blown away before half time and condemned to a third successive home defeat under new boss Julen Lopetegui.Jackson struck first after less than four minutes following a quick one-two with new signing Jadon Sancho on the left flank.He then left West Ham’s defence for dead as he raced towards goal and planted a shot through the legs of keeper Alphonse Areola.The £32 million forward made it two on 18 minutes when again he was given too much space by sluggish defending to race through and prod a shot into the bottom of the net.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe now has four goals in two games against their hopeless London neighbours and while Chelsea are celebrating back-to-back away wins under new boss Enzo Maresca, things are looking grim for West Ham.They have played five Premier League games and won only one, conceding eight goals in three matches on their own patch in the process. I was a paramedic before falling into football while backpacking – now I’m about to face ex-Chelsea star Hernan CrespoJackson was involved in all three of Chelsea’s goals as he ran the show for the visitorsCredit: ReutersThis time last season they had ten points under unpopular boss David Moyes, compared to four this term.And Lopetegui was forced to admit a tactical error in his gameplan by substituting midfielder Guido Rodriguez after only 37 minutes with his side under the cosh.Even then Cole Palmer ended any hopes of a home side comeback following the reshuffle when he thumped in Chelsea’s third from a breakaway just three minutes into the second half.Hammers keeper Areola had to make a one-handed save to stop the game becoming a rout with a one handed save from sub Chris Nkunku 15 minutes from time.Former West Ham assistant manager Enzo Maresca, who worked under Manuel Pellegrini in 2018, could not have asked for a warmer welcome back to his old club.Palmer’s second goal of the season killed the game off for ChelseaCredit: Reuters More

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      Chelsea fans demand Nicolas Jackson ‘explain’ hilarious celebration after opening scoring against West Ham

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      CHELSEA fans have demanded Nicolas Jackson “explain” his hilarious goal celebration in their 3-0 win over West Ham.The Blues striker opened the scoring after just four minutes at the London Stadium.Chelsea fans have called for Nicolas Jackson to explain his hilarious goal celebrationCredit: Premier LeagueJackson opened the scoring against West Ham after just four minutesCredit: RexJackson raced clear down the left before forcing his way into the box and slipping the ball between Alphonse Areola’s legs.After being mobbed by his Chelsea team-mates, the Senegal international faced the camera to reveal his new dance routine.Channelling his inner Michael Jackson, he raised his arms and moved side to side with his own ‘Thriller’ dance.The King of Pop first showed off the iconic routine in the music video for his 1983 hit of the same name.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSeen by many as the greatest music video of all-time, it features the singer turning into a zombie and dancing with a horde of the creatures.Fans were left stunned on social media, with one commenting: “Jackson has to explain that celebration.”Another added: “Jackson doing the ‘Thriller’ celebration for his goal. I love this guy.”A third supporter even called for it to be added to EA FC25, writing: “Jackson calmly dropping that ‘Thriller’ celebration. @EA better take notes.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMeanwhile, one more also asked: “Nicolas Jackson just bagged again for Chelsea and dropped the ‘Thriller’ celebration… Is it time to have a conversation?”Jackson’s opener was his third of the season following strikes against Wolves and Crystal Palace already this term. I was a paramedic before falling into football while backpacking – now I’m about to face ex-Chelsea star Hernan CrespoMichael Jackson immortalised the Thriller dance in the music video for his 1983 singleCredit: YouTube / Michael JacksonHis afternoon got even better inside the first 20 minutes as he beat Areola once again to double Chelsea’s lead.The strike put him within touching distance of his second hat-trick for the club.He previously promised to recreate Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siu’ celebration next time he scored a treble for the Blues.Jackson emulated the five-time Ballon d’Or winner after clinching the match ball against Tottenham in November last year.The 23-year-old also had a hand in his side’s third goal as he set up Cole Palmer to add to the scoring in the second half.Jackson doubled Chelsea’s lead with his second goal of the matchCredit: PA More

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      Gary Neville brutally warns Arsenal what they must do to avoid being ‘dismissed as nearly men’ and being forgotten about

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      GARY NEVILLE has handed Arsenal a brutal warning ahead of their trip to Manchester City.The former Manchester United defender has told the Gunners what they must do to avoid being “dismissed as nearly men”.Gary Neville has warned Arsenal what they must do to avoid being ‘dismissed as nearly men’Credit: GettyMikel Arteta’s side are at risk of being forgotten about, according to NevilleCredit: RexMikel Arteta’s side have established themselves as title challengers across the last two seasons.His team have pushed City all the way in successive campaigns with back-to-back second place finishes.However, Arsenal have not won a trophy since their FA Cup victory in 2020.The Gunners face an early test of their credentials this season away to the champions on Sunday.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSAhead of the match, Neville has explained what they must do to avoid being forgotten.Writing in his Overlap newsletter, he said: “If this superb Arsenal team doesn’t win the Premier League or the Champions League then they can forget about going down in history.”That’s harsh but the reality of elite sport. No one will fondly recall the magnificence of William Saliba and Gabriel at the back, the brilliance of Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice, David Raya’s extraordinary saves or the incision of Bukayo Saka up front.”There will be no Netflix documentaries. They will never be feted or admired. They will be dismissed as nearly men.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”History is unforgiving of those who fall just short. And that’s why, for all the excellent work they’ve done in the past two years, there is still a step to take.”We’re too early in the season to describe Sunday’s clash with Manchester City at the Etihad as a title decider.Mikel Arteta leaves fans in shock as he speaks fluently in new language despite never having lived or worked in countryThe Gunners narrowly missed out on the title to Manchester City again last seasonCredit: AFP”Yet Arsenal need a statement win because they need to damage Manchester City and to demonstrate to themselves that they are the team of the moment.”Arsenal go into Sunday’s meeting unbeaten in three against City, a run which dates back to April 2023.It also includes a home win and their Community Shield triumph last term.Arteta will also be boosted by the return of Declan Rice to his side from suspension.However, he remains without captain Martin Odegaard and summer signing Mikel Merino through injury.Arsenal are unbeaten in their last three meetings with City across all competitionsCredit: Sunday Times More

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      I played alongside Ronaldo and Scholes at Man Utd but now run a shop aged 35 – I regret leaving Reds too early

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      FORMER Manchestrer United starlet Richard Eckersley has now embarked on a very different career path. The Red Devils academy graduate, who was given his big break under Sir Alex Ferguson in 2009, has transitioned from football to running a zero-waste shop in Devon.Richard Eckersley began his senior career at Man Utd under Sir Alex FergusonCredit: Getty – ContributorThe forgotten Man Utd man now owns Britain’s first zero-waste supermarket with his wifeCredit: SWNS:South West News ServiceThe forgotten United man made his first-team debut in an FA Cup match against Tottenham on January 24 2009 as a substitute.Having joined United as a nine-year-old, he achieved his lifelong dream of making his first-team debut by stepping off the bench at Old Trafford.The former defender played alongside United legends Paul Scholes, Cristiano Ronaldo and Roy Keane.Eckersley told Manchester Evening News: “It was an awe-inspiring kind of moment.READ MORE MAN UTD”I was playing with people I had watched growing up and I was giving them the ball. It was a really surreal moment.”Three days later, he made his league debut in a 5-0 win over West Bromwich Albion.Then on March 1, 2009, he was on the bench for the League Cup Final against Spurs, which United won, earning him his first career medal.But his time with the senior squad did not last long as he left Old Trafford at the end of the season and signed a four-year contract with Burnley.Most read in FootballAnd the 35-year-old reflecting on his football said he regrets leaving Old Trafford so early on.Eckersley continued: “I think the decision to leave United was probably too early for me.Man Utd wages 2024-25 revealed”I think I probably should have stayed on and developed at Carrington under the coaches that I was already working with, because I was making steady progress.”I think the jump from the cusp of one of the world’s greatest teams, you could say at that time, to Burnley, who had just got promoted but were going to be a struggling team in the Premier League was a massive jump.”After moving to Burnley Eckersley’s career took a different turn. He had loan spells with Plymouth, Bradford, and Bury before crossing the Atlantic to join MLS side Toronto in 2011, making the move permanent the following season.The move to the MLS was a much-needed change for the Salford-born star, who had lost his love for the game in the UK.Eckerlsey said: “I was desperate just to play and desperate to enjoy football, because at the time I wasn’t enjoying football.”I was playing in League Two, I was going on loan to Bradford, Bury and places like that.”Even though it was competitive football, I just wasn’t enjoying the football side of things because I enjoyed playing football and how we used to play at United.”But at 26, after leaving Toronto and having stints with New York Red Bulls and Oldham, Eckersley decided to retire from football. Seeking a new direction that would bring him closer to his family, he chose an uncommon path for ex-footballers by opening a zero-waste shop.Passionate about vegan and organic food, Eckersley and his wife founded Earth.Food.Love, the UK’s first zero-waste shop, located in Totnes, Devon.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe added: “It gives us a purpose, I think that is the biggest thing. I love letting my children see that. “I think that is the biggest thing: seeing their mum and their dad enjoying what they do. We’re all intermingling and they are never more than five minutes away from me all the time. That is important for me.” More

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      West Ham vs Chelsea LIVE SCORE: Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson with the goals as Blues thrash Hammers – latest updates

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      CHELSEA beat West Ham 3-0 in the Premier League thanks to goals from Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer. Jackson bagged an early brace after two brilliant team moves before Palmer made it three with an emphatic finish after the break.Kick off time: 12.30pm BSTTV/Stream: TNT Sports 1/discovery+FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…Next up for Chelsea Maresca’s side are now flying high in second place with the weekend’s action to come.They have lost just one in five Prem games – their opener to City, and here is what they face in the coming weeks.Copy linkCopiedFofana a cause for concernThe defender will have nightmares tonight after being dragged about by Summerville.He was lucky the ref did not award a penalty for his pull on the winger, and Maresca sparred his blushes by taking him off in the 57th minute.In Fofana’s defence he is not a natural right-back but it is difficult to see how he starts ahead of Axel Disasi in the next match.Copy linkCopiedJackson and Caicedo steal the showNicolas Jackson produced a clinical display to win the match for Chelsea.He scored twice but his assist for Palmer’s goal was arguably the best of the lot, having played a brilliant one-two with Caicedo.The Chelsea midfielder was also integral to the win and made an impact on and off the ball.His pass for Jackson’s second goal took vision and precision and he was pinpoint with his accuracy.Copy linkCopiedFull-timeWest Ham 0 Chelsea 3Boos ring out at London Stadium as the visitors wrap up a comfortable three points.Jackson the man of the match with a clinical display that sends Chelsea second, with West Ham stuck in 14th win one win from five.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 390. There is actually time for another break. Kudus shot is blocked on the edge of the Chelsea box and then Felix goes close at the other end.The Portuguese sent his shot flying past the post.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 390. Chelsea have one last counter but Felix overhits his pass wide to Neto and the chance comes to nothing.Soler is then booked for a late tackle on Cucurella.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 390. Four minutes are added on and Chelsea look very comfortable, little chance of either side scoring now.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 387. The game is beginning to peter out with a dip in intensity clear on both sides.Chelsea fans are in fine voice as they cheer on their side climbing to second in the table.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 384. Chelsea make their final sub as Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall replaces Fernandez.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 381. Dangerous ball in from Cresswell which only just evades Soucek and Bowen, who has been very quiet today.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 377. Home fans are beginning to head for the exits and who can blame them.Their team have thrown in the towel in the last few minutes and are in danger of conceding another.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 375. Chelsea close to a fourth! A brilliant clawing save from Areola denies Nkunku from close range.Caicedo’s back-post cross is headed back across goal by Colwill and Nkunku ought to score, but is brilliantly denied in fairness to the West Ham goalie.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 373. Aaron Cresswell and Andy Irving come on and the latter is involved instantly with a speculative effort from distance.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 371. How long can West Ham hold on until another goes in?Chelsea get another corner which falls to Madueke but his poor touch lets him down. West Ham break and Cucurella is booked after cynically fouling Kudus.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 368. Chelsea well on top here with a string of corners West Ham are forced to defend.No clear cut opportunities but it is Blues that look like scoring next, not the hosts.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 366. Chelsea finally have a spell just keep the ball and it ends up with Felix going close.Some intricate passing involving Neto and Fernandez finds the striker in the box, but he can only hit the side netting,Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 364. Another double sub for Chelsea with goalscorers Jackson and Palmer making way.Felix and Nkunku come on to add fresh legs – just what West Ham do not need.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 363. These counter-attacks keep on coming and this time Madueke has a good chance.His shot is well saved by Areola at the near post.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 361. Chelsea break again through Palmer this time and Jackson has a shot which is quickly closed down.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 358. Almost a goal for the Hammers as the ball flashes across the goalline with Sanchez nowhere to be seen.The keeper is then forced into a save from a curling Alvarez shot which he makes comfortably.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 357. A double substitution for Chelsea as Pedro Neto replaces Jadon Sancho, whose minutes are being carefully managed it seems.Fofana also makes way away after a sketchy display and is replaced by Disasi.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 3Palmer’s goal is his second of the season and there could be more to come in this game.Palmer celebrates in trademark styleCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 355. An error from Areola as he fails to connect with a header almost allows Jackson in, but the keeper recovers well.This is starting to become an end-to-end game with West Ham pouring bodies forward.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 354. Boos ring out from the home fans as Summerville is taken off despite being one of few positives.Antonio is his replacement.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0 Chelsea 351. Bowen is played in and fires a powerful shot from a tight angle that Sanchez is equal to.Copy linkCopied More

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      Man Utd legend Ruud van Nistelrooy giving £36million signing ‘secret’ advice to drastically improve goal tally

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      RUUD VAN NISTELROOY has been giving one of Manchester United’s summer signings “secret” advice to improve his game.The Dutchman returned to Old Trafford in a coaching role this summer.Ruud van Nistelrooy has been giving a Manchester United star ‘secret’ scoring adviceCredit: GettyThe Dutchman returned to United as Erik ten Hag’s assistant earlier this summerCredit: GettyVan Nistelrooy joined the club’s backroom team as an assistant to manager Erik ten Hag.He has since got to work with the Red Devils’ star players, including £36million arrival Joshua Zirkzee.The forward has revealed his compatriot has been looking to help him increase his goal tally this season.However, Zirkzee refused to go into detail about their training ground conversations.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAsked what he had been working on with Van Nistelrooy, the 23-year-old told ViaPlay: “I want to keep it a secret.”(It’s been) great. He’s been a striker. Detailed work. Watching footage. Looking back. The way he works with you. That’s very important. I can relate to that; You can learn a lot from him.”Zirkzee signed from Bologna in July, penning a five-year deal with the Red Devils.He later scored on his Premier League debut against Fulham but it remains his only goal in five United appearances.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSVan Nistelrooy is now passing on his expertise to his old club’s latest Dutch striker.The former PSV man spent five years at Old Trafford as a players, scoring 150 goals in 219 matches between 2001 and 2005.Man Utd wages 2024-25 revealedWhat we know about the ‘new’ Old TraffordMANCHESTER UNITED plan to build a new stadium rather than redevelop Old Trafford.The decision was made after a number of fact-finding missions to other stadiums including the Bernabeu and Nou Camp.The cost of the project is expected to be a staggering £2billion.A capacity of 100,000 is expected.It is felt that a club of United’s standing should have a new state-of-the-art facility.The new stadium will be built on land adjacent to the Red Devils’ current home.United are looking to not only build a stadium but regenerate the area of Trafford where the ground will stand.There had been plans to KEEP Old Trafford rather than demolish it, and use it as a scaled down second venue.However, it’s looking increasing likely that it will in fact be entirely demolished.The club consulted with 30,000 fans about what to do and believe there is roughly a 50-50 split on staying or moving.The club have appointed the architects Foster + Partners to come up with a “masterplan”. The company were behind Wembley Stadium.Old Trafford has been United’s home since 1910.The target is for completion by 2030. He also won four major trophies during that time, including a Premier League title under Sir Alex Ferguson.Zirkzee and Van Nistelrooy will be hoping he can add to his United tally this weekend.Ten Hag’s side travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace on Saturday evening.Joshua Zirkzee has been working with Van Nistelrooy to improve his United goal tallyCredit: Getty More