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      West Ham 1 Tottenham 1: Bowen cancels out Odobert’s opener as lacklustre draw leaves both London rivals in bottom five

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      WEST HAM’S season has fallen so flat they cannot even get up for the visit of their biggest rival.The Hammers and a much-changed Tottenham played out one of the feeblest London derbies in living memory.Jarrod Bowen equalised for West Ham against TottenhamCredit: ReutersThe Hammers captain kissed the badge in celebrationCredit: ReutersThere was no spark, no fight and not even a full-house in the stands.Graham Potter’s side have nothing to play for, but the fact he cannot get them going for this game – especially after a run of seven without a win beforehand – is cause for concern.Ange Postecoglou, on the other hand, will be glad to have avoided a record 20th defeat of the season and safely navigated their way past an awkward game between two European semi-finals.The Aussie made eight changes from Thursday night’s win and would have just wanted the afternoon to pass without incident.And beyond Jarrod Bowen, whose goal cancelled out Wilson Odobert’s opener, West Ham did nothing to trouble their rivals.Potter had irked some home fans by wishing Spurs well in Europe ahead of this game and at times his players rolled out the red carpet for them.For a sense of the apathy which has engulfed West Ham this season, you only needed to look in the stands here.Tottenham at home is traditionally the biggest game of the year at the London Stadium – but there were empty seats everywhere you looked.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt made for another flat atmosphere early on, only livened up by the boos which followed Tottenham’s comical goal.Max Kilman, a £40million signing last summer, twice tried to clear the ball but kicked it straight at Mathys Tel – allowing the Frenchman to square for Odobert to score his first Premier League goal for Spurs.’Give Fullkrug the manager’s job’ – West Ham star launches expletive-laden rant at team-mates for ‘not playing football’There was little in the way of quality on display from either side, though the one person who has been reliable for West Ham this season stood up again.Bowen has been the Hammers’ only effective player for the majority of the season and applied another cool finish to make the most of some sloppy Spurs defending.Mohammed Kudus spread the ball wide to Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Allowed to move forwards, the right-back picked out Bowen’s run – something no Spurs defender had managed – allowing the England man to square up Gugilelmo Vicario and roll it through his legs.It offered West Ham a reminder that Tottenham have been almost as soft a touch as themselves all season.But for the most part, the Hammers were too disjointed to make chances count, and were keen on handing out encouragement at the other end too.Jean-Clair Todibo took a swing and a miss at a clearance while Lucas Paqueta rolled a simple pass straight to Richarlison, starting a move which almost led to a second for Spurs.Paqueta and Kudus both looked ineffective, as did Niclas Fullkrug – back in the side for the first time since calling his side “s***” last month.The hard work for West Ham was being done by Bowen and Wan-Bissaka, trying to force space down the right.Though that left gaps, one of which Tel slipped into and drew a save from Alphonse Areola at the near post.Bowen was trying to push his side ahead, flashing a volley wide of the far post, but too often being undermined by his team-mates.Paqueta, for a second time, played a simple pass straight to a white shirt which resulted in Aaron Cresswell having to hook behind for a corner.The Brazilian was having a terrible day, and even started crying after being shown a yellow card for a clear foul on Spurs sub Mikey Moore.It was another drab day in a poor season for the midfielder, who is still playing under the cloud of an FA investigation into spot-fixing allegations.Potter made sweeping changes but saw no benefit, while Spurs were simply ticking over now – Pape Sarr having a go from range and just putting one over.West Ham had no energy or inspiration, Tottenham were happy to save theirs for Thursday.It was still only Bowen refusing to accept the point for the hosts and the skipper saw a stooping header well saved by Vicario.James Ward-Prowse had swung in a dangerous free-kick to set up that chance up and also whistled an effort just wide of the post from a dead ball in the dying minutes.Read More on The SunPotter has warned that he is ready to make huge changes to the squad this summer.It would be hard to argue against selling everyone but Bowen on the evidence of games like this.Wilson Odobert opened the scoring on 15 minutesCredit: ReutersIt was the Frenchman’s first Premier League goal for TottenhamCredit: ReutersJames Ward-Prowse went close with a free-kick late onCredit: ReutersLucas Paqueta endured a nightmare afternoonCredit: GettyGraham Potter and Ange Postecoglou have both endured tricky times of lateCredit: Rex More

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      Chelsea vs Liverpool LIVE SCORE: Premier League updates as Blues look to give top-5 hopes a boost with win over champs

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      CHELSEA welcome Premier League champions Liverpool for a huge clash at Stamford Bridge on Super Sunday.The Reds secured their 20th league title last weekend after Arne Slot’s men thrashed Tottenham 5-1 at Anfield.Liverpool head to the Bridge for their first match since their status as champions has been confirmed.Chelsea are in need of three huge points to give their top-five aspirations a boost as Enzo Maresca looks to lead the Blues back to the Champions League.Kick off time: 4.30pm BSTTV channel: Sky Sports Main EventLive stream: NOWChelsea team: Sanchez; Caicedo, Colwill, Chalobah, Cucurella; Fernandez, Lavia; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; JacksonLiverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Elliot, Endo, Jones; Salah, Jota, GakpoCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Chelsea 1-0 Liverpool35. Liverpool win a corner as Trent puts in a hanging cross and Neto has to head it out.Wasn’t really a great corner as it’s dealt with by Chelsea easily.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool30. Few poor corners from Fernandez here as they don’t beat the first man. 31. Madueke’s quick feet are to good for Alexander-Arnold to contain. The ball makes it’s way out to Caicedo on the right hand side of the box where he puts in a loopy cross and it hits the bar!Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool29. Liverpool really now starting to dominate the ball but still can’t really create any clear cut chances. Chelsea win the ball back and attempt to counter as Palmer tries to shoot but Quansah does well to catch him and block the cross for a corner. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool24. Caicedo brings down Gakpo in a position where Liverpool can loft the ball in the Chelsea box. Tsimikas puts it in and the ball drops to Van Dijk but it’s all a bit messy in the box and it is cleared. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool22. Nearly chance for Liverpool. Trent fires the ball into Cheslea’s box and it finds Salah but he just can’t control it well enough making the ball go out for a goal kick. An unexpected heavy touch from Salah.Copy linkCopiedView from Stamford BridgeFrom SunSport’s Martin LiptonPlenty of baiting by both sets of fans, with the home supporters going back 11 years to Steven Gerrard’s  infamous, title-costing, Anfield slip and the visitors biting back with chants of “champions” as well as questioning Chelsea’s true footballing heritage.Wide open at both ends so far as well.Fernandez’ goal, coolly taken, came after Palmer and Neto unlocked the Liverpool left, but none of the midfielders in red were in the same post code as the Argentine.Further up the same flank, Gakpo has looked too hot for Caicedo.But Alisson would have been sent off for up-ending Jackson outside the box if the Senegalese striker had timed his run better.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool20. Palmer lofts the ball up forward and Jackson nearly finds himself in behind. However, Alisson was alert to the danger and collected the ball.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool16. Chelsea win the ball back instantly. Neto finds himself up 1v1 vs Tsimikas who defends well just using his body and strength. Fans ask for a pen but it is not entertained at all.Copy linkCopiedView from Stamford BridgeFrom SunSport’s Martin LiptonBoos all round, then.As soon as the Chelsea players lined up either side of the tunnel, the chorus of disapproval started. And it kept going as the Liverpool players made their way through.Pretty shoddy, that. And might prove a massive mistake – if it provokes Liverpool to go through the gears rather than turn on cruise control.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool15. Sloppy from Trent giving the ball away straight to Palmer.Neto puts the ball in, Fernandez is first to it but the ball really just bounces of the top of his head and over the bar.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool12. Good move from Liverpool here. Liverpool seeing a bit more of the ball now.Van Dijk plays a pass through the middle to Endo who shifts it out wide to Gakpo. He puts in an alright cross but Salah just can’t reach it. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool8. Liverpool’s first chance of the game comes through the left hand side of their attack with Gakpo. His shot is fairly tame as Sanchez clings onto to the ball. 9. Jackson’s looks like he’s before Alisson absolutely wipes him out but the flag is up for offside. Alisson was definitely relieved when he saw that flag go up.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool5. Chelsea really have their tales up now!The blues come steaming forward and Madueke pulls his shot just wide.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-0 Liverpool3. WHAT A START FOR THE BLUES!Some brilliant work from Palmer in the middle of the pitch who spins away from his marker and gets it out wide. Neto puts the ball in and Fernandez is there to just slot the ball home in the bottom right corner. Chelsea looking very much up for this!Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-0 Liverpool1. And we’re off.Quick start from Liverpool as Salah gets in behind Chelsea’s defence and tries to pull it back but Sanchez claws it away.Chelsea will know a win here will be absolutely massive in the fights for top four and it will be interesting to see what kind of performance Liverpool cook up here. Copy linkCopiedMoments away from Kick OffChelsea come out first as they’re getting ready for the champion’s guard of honour. Murmurs of boo’s from the home crowd but the away end are absolutely loving every second of it!The away end bellows ‘CHAMPIONES’ ‘CHAMPIONES’ ‘CHAMPIONES’Copy linkCopiedView from Stamford BridgeFrom Martin Lipton pitchside…If Chelsea wanted encouragement in their desperate fight for a top five finish, then a glance at the Liverpool team-sheet would have been as big a boost as Newcastle dropping points at Brighton.No Mac Allister, Gravenberch or Szoboszlai in the champions’ midfield surely represents an opportunity for three crucial points.Blues boss Maresca reverts back to the team that started last week’s win over Everton. A chance for Cole Palmer to end what is now an 18-match goalless streak.But real interest pre-match on how the home fans react to the “Guard of Honour” their team are expected to give Arne Slot’s side.There is no love lost – to put in mildly – between the teams but you do think respectful applause, rather than a fusillade of jeers, might be the smart play. If a tiger is asleep, you don’t want to wake it up…Copy linkCopiedGuard of honourEnzo Maresca has said that Chelsea will give Liverpool a guard of honour today at Stamford Bridge.The Blues boss said: “It’s tradition. We have to do that, and we are going to do that.”They won the Premier League, so they deserve it.”I don’t think we need to give a guard of honour to understand how good it is to win the Premier League – we know that it’s something very nice.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedOur teams are here Copy linkCopiedTeam news recapThe Blues remain unchanged from their triumph over Everton last week because Robert Sanchez has recovered enough to start for Chelsea after missing the midweek victory in Djugarden.For Christopher Nkunku, who had a slight injury during training, the game does come too soon with the Frenchmen’s name heavily involved in the transfer mill. From the squad that defeated Spurs 5-1 to win the title last weekend, Liverpool has made six changes. Rotation was promised by Arne Slot, and the Reds head coach has fulfilled it.Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate are replaced at the back by Kostas Tsimikas and Jarrel Quansah. Wataru Endo, Curtis Jones, and Harvey Elliott start in place of the whole midfield.Diogo Jota replaces Luis Diaz as the last substitution as the No.9Copy linkCopiedChelsea vs Liverpool line-ups Chelsea XI: Sanchez; Caicedo, Colwill, Chalobah, Cucurella; Fernandez, Lavia; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; JacksonSubs: Jorgensen, Tosin, Badiashile, Acheampong, Gusto, James, Dewsbury-Hall, Sancho, George.Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Elliot, Endo, Jones; Salah, Jota, Gakpo.Subs: Kelleher, Konate, Diaz, Szoboszlai, Nunez, Mac Allister, Chiesa, Robertson, BradleyCopy linkCopiedHead2HeadStoried game to say the least. The Blues were edged out 2-1 in the reverse fixture at Anfield in early October. Chelsea 65-46-87 Liverpool. Copy linkCopiedSuper SundayAfternoon and welcome to the headline fixture of this weekend as Champions League-chasing Chelsea take on newly-crowned champions Liverpool at the Bridge. It’s a fixture that, regardless of where the two are, still gets the blood pumping. Even more so, with quite a bit on the line for the hosts. Champions League football has long been in short in West London. Three years out of the competition has sparked frustrations from supporters and has diminished the credibility of the fairly new ownership group. This year has prested the best opportunity, especially given the addition of a fifth place – which the Blues currently occupy. Those worries are no more for Liverpool. Concerns about how Arne Slot would adapt to English football have been answered resoundingly and are firmly back on their perch after last week’s coronation as league champions. 82 points and continuing. It’s just about showing the rest why they are champions.It’s Blue v Red. South v North. 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      Brentford vs Man Utd LIVE SCORE: Amad strikes after Flekken error as United fight back in closing stages – updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 4-3 loss at Brentford – despite a late fight back.United played their youngest-ever Prem line-up with an average age of 22, with one eye on next week’s Europa League semi-final against Athletic Bilbao.Kevin Schade was on the double to put the Bees 4-1 up before goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo saw United put on a late comeback.TV/Stream: Not available to watch in the UKBrentford team: Flekken; Kayode, Collins, Van de Berg, Lewis-Potter; Norgaard; Damsgaard, Yarmolyuk; Mbeumo, Wissa, SchadeMan Utd team: Bayindir; De Ligt, Ferdricson, Shaw; Dorgu, Ugarte, Mainoo, Amass; Garnacho, Mount; ObiCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Amorim praises United kidsRuben Amorim believes the Manchester United future is bright after his young players fought bravely at Brentford.The Portuguese coach made eight changes as he named the third youngest Premier League starting line-up of all time.But despite falling to a 4-3 defeat, the United boss thought there were a lot of positives to take from the display.I liked (the performance of) the young kids. I liked how we controlled the game without many occasions to score. In the first 30 minutes, we struggle with set pieces, but we already knew we didn’t have the height to fight it. In second half we are near the draw and we suffer two goals like we did in the beginning when we suffer one and let it go. We fought, in the end we lost, but there are good things for the future.Ruben AmorimBBCCopy linkCopiedUnited’s youngsters give their allWith an average age of 22 years and 270 days, Manchester United’s starting XI against Brentford was the third-youngest any club has ever sent out for a Premier League match.Ruben Amorim’s team included 20-year-olds Tyler Fredricson, Patrick Dorgu, Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo, 18-year-old Harry Amass, and 17-year-old Chido Obi.Only Middlesbrough against Fulham in May 2006 (20y 181d) and Arsenal versus Portsmouth in May 2009 (22y 237d) have named younger sides.Copy linkCopiedWissa kinda magicYoane Wissa’s fabulous season looks set to go all the way to the end.The Brentford striker has scored in four consecutive Premier League appearances for the very first time following his tap in today.It takes him on to a total of 18 Premier League goals for the campaign, and level with Bryan Mbeumo.Only Ivan Toney with 20 in 2022-23 has ever netting more in a Premier League season for the Bees.Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from the GtechManchester United have lost a Premier League match in which they led for the first time this season. It means all 20 clubs have now done so in the 2024-25 competition.It’s only the third time in a single Premier League campaign that every side has lost at least one game in which they were ahead following 2015-16 and 2020-21.Copy linkCopiedSunday’s Premier League ResultsWith Chelsea still to host champions Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, here’s how today’s games have finished so far:Brentford 4-3 Man UtdBrighton 1-1 NewcastleWest Ham 1-1 TottenhamChelsea v Liverpool (4.30pm)Copy linkCopiedFull time – Brentford 4-3 Man UtdBrentford hold on to win by a scoreline that’s not nearly as exciting as it sounds.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-3 Man Utd90+7. Bryan Mbeumo is playing keep ball in the corner.Seconds remain now.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-3 Man Utd90+5. Amad Diallo sets up a grandstand finish!With injury time ticking down, the substitute finds room on the right to come inside and get his shot away.The shot takes a nick off Sepp van den Berg, but it shouldn’t be enough to trouble Mark Flekken, let alone beat him.Inexplicably, it sneaks through his legs, into the net, and once again Manchester United will scrap desperately in the final seconds of a contest for a 4-4 draw. Copy linkCopiedWell, well, well…Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-2 Man Utd90. There will be seven minutes of stoppage time.Is that enough for Manchester United to mount a rescue? Surely not.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-2 Man Utd89. Brilliant footwork from Chido Obi inside the area takes him away from three Brentford players and presents his best opportunity of the afternoon.However, as he drills his strike goalwards, Sepp van den Berg throws himself at the shot to block brilliantly.Great football all round.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-2 Man Utd87. There’s finally been another goal elsewhere.Having had two penalties overturned by VAR, Newcastle finally get one that sticks; Alexander Isak takes advantage and the Toon are level at Brighton.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-2 Man Utd85. In fairness to the travelling Manchester United fans, they haven’t stopped singing all afternoon. It’s been the visiting supporters making all the noise despite the score.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-2 Man Utd82. Alejandro Garnacho has another stunner to add to his collection, but I’m not sure he’s going to be too bothered about it.The Argentine tricks his way down the left before cutting inside beyond Bryan Mbeumo and playing a one-two with Christian Eriksen. Receiving the ball back on the half-turn, he moves immediately for goal and lashes one into the far corner from 25 yards.Brilliant!Copy linkCopiedConsolation!Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-1 Man Utd77. Another change is made by Ruben Amorim for what it’s worth.Victor Lindelof is on for the youngster Tyler Fredricson.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 4-1 Man Utd74. It goes from bad to worse for Manchester United, but for Brentford it gets better and better and better.It’s so simple too with the Bees cutting the visitors apart on the right.A pass is slipped in behind for the excellent Michael Kayode, who draws Altay Bayindir before squaring for Yoane Wissa to roll in.There’s a VAR check while two potential offsides are checked, but the green light is eventually given and Brentford fans can celebrate four home goals against Manchester United once again.Copy linkCopiedIt’s four!Copy linkCopiedBrentford 3-1 Man Utd72. That goal was Schade’s last involvement of the game.The two-goal winger comes off to a rapturous reception from the home fans, and it’s the welcome sight of Rico Henry that replaces him.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 3-1 Man Utd70. Three goals for Brentford, and surely all three points now!Kevin Schade has his second of the game, and it’s a second header for the German too.Manchester United switch off after thinking they have dealt with the Bees’ latest attack.But the home side win back possession, and when Bryan Mbeumo whips a cross over from the right, Schade has peeled away from his marker brilliantly to nod home.Copy linkCopiedWe need to talk about Kevin!Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresThere have been no goals since half-time in the afternoon’s three top-flight fixtures:Brentford 2-1 Man UtdBrighton 1-0 NewcastleWest Ham 1-1 TottenhamCopy linkCopiedBrentford 2-1 Man Utd63. It appears Brentford are now fully prepared to concede possession and do their attacking on the counter.While Thomas Frank’s teams are good at playing without the ball, it seems odd given how threatening they were looking on the front foot.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 2-1 Man Utd60. Eriksen’s arrival has certainly given the visitors a lift. Such is his ability, the United sub is finding space that few others were managing before, and from one on the right, he goes looking for Chido Obi.The cross is teasing but has too much pace on it for the youngster to connect.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 2-1 Man Utd58. The game is opening up a bit now.Van den Berg almost pokes in a Brentford third at one end, only for United to expose their hosts seconds later at the other.Eriksen tries his luck with a shot that is blocked, and then Chido Obi is also denied by some brave defending.Copy linkCopied More

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      Man Utd star Casemiro ‘in line for massive pay rise if club win the Europa League giving Ruben Amorim huge headache’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED ace Casemiro will pocket a HUGE pay rise if Ruben Amorim’s side win the Europa League, reports suggest.And the midfielder’s new wages would see him making the exact same amount as Cristiano Ronaldo during his second stint at Old Trafford.Casemiro will receive a massive pay rise if Manchester United win the Europa LeagueCasemiro would make the same amount as Cristiano Ronaldo during his second stint at Man UtdUnited have switched their attention to the Europa League as it poses as their only hope for Champions League qualification amid an awful season that has seen them slump down to 15th place in the Premier League.According to The Star, however, winning the trophy would bring a major dilemma for Man Utd manager Amorim regarding what to do with Casemiro.The Brazil international has a clause in his contract which guarantees him a staggering 25 per cent raise if the Red Devils return to the Champions League.The ex-Real Madrid star made that agreement with the Manchester giants before moving from Santiago Bernabeu in 2022 at a time when the Prem outfit weren’t in Europe’s elite competition.Read More on Man UtdTherefore, if United win the Europa League on May 21 in Bilbao then Casemiro will see his salary go up by a whopping £100,000 a week.That would see the Brazilian making £500,000 a week, which is exactly the same amount Ronaldo pocketed from 2021 until 2022.That could pose as a problem for Amorim, who’s been asked to slash the wage bill by minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.Casemiro has endured an inconsistent three-year spell at Old Trafford but the Portuguese tactician still values him as he managed to regain top form in recent weeks.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe defensive midfielder helped Man Utd destroy Athletic Bilbao with a score of 3-0 in the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday at San Mames, which is where the final will take place.Bilbao now have all to do in Thursday’s second leg, therefore United pose as favourites to advance to the final where they could face Premier League foes Tottenham.Rio Ferdinand blasts ‘highly disrespectful’ Jamie Carragher for brutal eight-word assessment of Man Utd star CasemiroBut a triumph in Bilbao, which would see the Red Devils salvaging their dreadful season, will see Casemiro becoming their highest-paid player.And he doesn’t seem keen on leaving before his contract runs out in 2026 as he and his family are happy in Manchester.Therefore, Amorim’s hand may be forced as he also need to raise funds to put together a major squad revamp in search of players that can apply his favoured 3-4-2-1 formation next season. More

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      ‘Not acceptable’ – Arsenal captain Odegaard fumes after Bournemouth defeat as boss Arteta urges players to ‘use rage’

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      ARSENAL captain Martin Odegaard slammed his team’s “sloppy” and unacceptable performance after the shock loss to Bournemouth.The Gunners wasted a 1-0 lead as Declan Rice’s opener was cancelled out by Dean Huijsen’s equaliser before Evanilson turned the game on its head and gave the Cherries a 2-1 win at the Emirates on Saturday.Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard slammed the performance against BournemouthArsenal boss Mikel Arteta sent a message to his players ahead of the match with Paris Saint-GermainAnd Odegaard, 26, didn’t hold back during his post-match interview as the North Londoners have now dropped 21 points from a winning position.Plus, second position is now in peril as third-placed Manchester City are three points behind and a victory for Newcastle at Brighton would see them getting only two points behind Arsenal.The playmaker admitted the hosts lost control of the game after Huijsen levelled the score and insisted they should learn some valuable lessons ahead of Wednesday’s crunch clash with Paris Saint-Germain.Odegaard told Sky Sports: “Massive disappointment. I think we started the game pretty well. Read More on Arsenal”We got the goal and felt like we controlled pretty much everything, but they score and we lose control of the game.”We never find the rhythm after that, it is too chaotic and too sloppy from us. The second half is not acceptable.”We have to move on as we have a massive game coming up. We have to get ready for that and analyse this game as well.”This is what we want — we want to compete in every competition. We wanted to come here and do a good game and win, but that wasn’t the case.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSArsenal are now set to take on PSG in the Champions League semi-finals at Parc des Princes in a crucial second leg after losing 1-0 in north London on Tuesday.And manager Mikel Arteta urged his players to use the “anger, frustration, rage, [and] disappointment” against the French champions.’Captain on and off the pitch’ – Fans love Arsenal star Martin Odegaard’s classy gesture on international dutyArteta said: “Well we have a lot to do, yes, because mathematically we are not qualified, we haven’t had the right to finish second yet so we still have a lot to do.”It created a lot of anger, frustration, rage, disappointment. Let’s use all of that on Wednesday. That’s what we have to do.” More

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      Liverpool ready to let Trent Alexander-Arnold join Real Madrid EARLY… but it will cost the Spaniards

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD is set to join Real Madrid from Liverpool for less than £1million in time for the Club World Cup.As SunSport reported in December, Real want the defender to be available for their opening game of next month’s Fifa competition.Liverpool are set to allow Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid early for a feeCredit: EPAAnd reports in Spain say Kop chiefs are prepared to let that happen for a token fee, while saving a month of the England star’s wages.Despite suggestions that Alexander-Arnold might join Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk in penning a new deal, Liverpool are resigned to the home-grown full-back leaving for the Bernabeu.His contract expires on June 30 but Real are keen on pushing through a move before then.Two special transfer windows — from June 1 to 10 and June 27 to July 3 — will allow Club World Cup sides to improve their squads.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReal are said to be willing to pay £850,000 to bring in TAA before the end of his deal, ahead of playing Saudi side Al-Hilal on June 18.Some Reds fans are upset that the club are set to lose the player for so little.They point to the example of Jack Grealish, who signed a new deal at hometown club Aston Villa before joining Manchester City for £100m — money that was used to help transform Villa.Meanwhile Liverpool are keen to tie down versatile forward Luis Diaz with a longer contract.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Colombian, who has just over two years left on his current deal, has been linked with Barcelona and the Saudi Pro League.Diaz, 28, has enjoyed an impressive season at the Reds.HOW LIVERPOOL WON THE TITLEHe is known to have dreamed of playing for Barca.But there is huge scepticism about the cash-strapped Catalans’ ability to pay big fees. More

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      Mason Greenwood puts Premier League on red alert with ex-Man Utd striker desperate to return to England

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      MASON GREENWOOD is pining for a return to England —  putting a string of Prem clubs on red alert.The forward, 23, left Manchester United for £26.6million last summer and signed a five-year deal with Marseille in the south of France.Mason Greenwood wants to move back to EnglandCredit: GettyHe has scored 19 goals for Marseille this seasonCredit: AFPHe came through the youth academy at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe has scored 19 goals in 33 appearances for the Ligue 1 side.But he has faced repeated criticism from manager Roberto De Zerbi and was dropped in March for a perceived lack of work-rate.Greenwood — who had charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour dropped in February 2023 — is yearning for a return to the UK with partner Harriet Robson and their two young daughters.He signed for Marseille following a successful spell in Spain with Getafe.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd a source revealed:  “When Mason first left United he loved Spain.“He and Harriet moved to Madrid and rebuilt their lives.“He loved the fact he could just play football and his life off the pitch was not the subject of such intense focus.“He was really happy to sign for Marseille and loved living in France.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“But he’s been abroad for nearly two years and the novelty has worn off.“Mason’s family visit but he is very introverted and misses his extended family and the friends he has from home.Top 10 highest paid footballersRoberto De Zerbi has been critical of the forward at timesCredit: Getty“A move back to the North West could suit him as he feels the vitriol he previously faced has died down a bit and people may have moved on.”Former Brighton boss De Zerbi dropped Greenwood and criticised his work-rate, saying: “I expect more from him.”Marseille’s Ultras have also unfurled a banner in the stands during games, urging him to  “Get a move on”. More

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      Relegated Southampton already planning for Aaron Ramsdale transfer exit as they line up EFL star

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      SOUTHAMPTON are checking on Sunderland keeper Anthony Patterson as a replacement for Aaron Ramsdale.Relegated Saints are keen on Patterson, 24, who is proven at Championship level. Aaron Ramsdale is set to leave relegated Southampton after one seasonCredit: PASaints are lining up a deal for Sunderland star Anthony PattersonCredit: GettyThey could go in with an offer if the Black Cats do not go up via the play-offs.England stopper Ramsdale, 26, is expected to leave St Mary’s, either permanently or on loan.Tottenham watched Patterson while they were seeking cover in goal.And the England Under-21 stopper was also being looked at by Burnley.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis form dipped mid-season at the Stadium of Light.But the North Shields-born No 1 has a chance to put himself in the shop window in the play-offs as Regis Le Bris’ side face Coventry over two legs.Southampton are also looking closely at Angers’ Yahia Fofana, 24.The Ivory Coast No 1 is available for around £10million.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd they are considering a fresh move for Crystal Palace winger Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, 22.Saints bid £5m plus extras before the Eagles agreed a loan deal with Sheffield United last summer.Disgusted Southampton fans stream out of St Mary’s 27 minutes into Tottenham clash after going 4-0 downMeanwhile, former boss Russell Martin is a managerial target for both Leicester and Rangers.He was sacked mid-season by Saints and replaced by Ivan Juric, who left last month. More