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      Tottenham vs Man Utd LIVE: Stream, TV channel, team news as Red Devils visit wounded Spurs – Premier League updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are back in the capital tonight as they take on a wounded Tottenham side in the Premier League.Spurs are coming off the back of a humiliating 6-1 defeat to top four rivals Newcastle, while United are riding high off their FA Cup semi-final win over Brighton.

      Start time: 8.15pm BST
      TV/Live stream: BT Sport 1
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      What is their form like?
      Erik ten Hag’s men are heading into the fixture in good form in the league having won their last three games without conceding a goal.
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      Tottenham, however, have only picked won once in their last five games in the league.
      But Ryan Mason will be hoping he can inspire the team after he took charge of the team on an interim basis for the second time.
      However, it is a tough ask as Spurs have only beaten United once in their last eight attempts.
      In fact, Tottenham have not beaten United at home since 2018 when Christian Eriksen and an own goal from Phil Jones handed them victory.
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      Who will be the star men?
      Marcus Rashford will be the player to watch for the Red Devils.
      The forward has been in fantastic form this season having netted 27 goals in all competitions this season.
      The England international has scored four goals in 13 appearances against Spurs, and has come out on the winning side nine times.
      And he will be eyeing up more against Tottenham’s fragile defence.
      For the hosts, the star will likely be Harry Kane. The England captain netted in the heavy defeat to Newcastle as he continued his fine form in front of goal this season.
      Kane has fired in 24 goals in 32 league appearances this season as he continues to prove his importance to Spurs.
      However, his record against United leaves much to be desired.
      In 18 games facing the Red Devils, the striker has only scored five goals and provided two assists.
      This could be a perfect chance for Kane to audition for his potential new employers, with United keen on signing him this summer.
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      How their seasons compare
      When is Tottenham vs Man Utd?

      Tottenham’s tasty Premier League match against Manchester United will take place on TONIGHT – Thursday, April 27.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 8:15pm UK time.
      The Tottenham Hotspur stadium in North London is the allocated arena and it can host approximately 62,850 fans.
      United ran out 2-0 winners when the sides met earlier on this season.

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

      Tottenham vs Man City will be broadcast LIVE on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 7pm UK time – a whole hour and 15 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription members can stream the entire action via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the game including build-up and post-match reaction.

      Current Premier League standings
      A win for Tottenham would see Spurs close the gap on Manchester United to just three points.
      However, a Red Devils victory stretches the gap to nine having played TWO games less.

      Welcome to Tottenham vs Man Utd
      Cancel your Thursday night plans football lovers as we have round two of London vs Manchester – and it’s safe to say that Manchester is winning the battle so far.
      SunSport’s live blog coverage provides readers with out-of-form Spurs taking on FA Cup finalists Manchester United in an all-out war for the top four.
      Going by form, you’d have to put United as the favourites because the Red Devils immediately bounced back from their Sevilla defeat by securing themselves a spot in the FA Cup final at the expense of Brighton.
      While Spurs can’t seem to buy a win at the moment.
      They were stunned by relegation-threatened Bournemouth almost a fortnight ago and then the North London club got humiliated 6-1 in Newcastle which led to the sacking of Cristian Stellini.
      But both sides have to forget about form when it comes to a game with such magnitude as this one.
      And SunSport will have the build-up, team news and starting line-ups all before kick-off at 8:15pm UK time.
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      Kevin De Bruyne explains Man City tactics that Arsenal could not cope with as four players targeted

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      KEVIN DE BRUYNE revealed how Manchester City tactically outmanoeuvred Arsenal in their Premier League title tussle on Wednesday evening.Pep Guardiola’s men thrashed the Gunners 4-1 at the Etihad to move within two points of Mikel Arteta’s side with two games in hand.
      Kevin de Bruyne scored twice against Arsenal on Wednesday nightCredit: PA
      De Brune could be seen hanging off the back of Thomas Partey as Man City won the ball back
      He then received the ball in the middle of the park and drove forwardCredit: BBC
      De Bruyne slid a pass through to Erling HaalandCredit: BBC
      The Norwegian was denied by Aaron RamsdaleCredit: BBC
      De Bruyne bagged a brace and Erling Haaland netted his 49th goal of the season as Man City’s superstar pairing tore Arsenal apart.
      And De Bruyne explained after the match that he had been instructed to run off Haaland from deeper positions, targeting the space in behind Arsenal midfielders Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey depending on which of them was pressing.
      He felt this also made it difficult for centre-backs Rob Holding and Gabriel as they were left unsure whether to track him or stick with Haaland.
      Speaking to Peacock, he said: “The way that Arsenal press the opposition is top, it’s class.
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      “It’s almost impossible to play from the back, especially when its a goal kick – it’s like a set piece, and we know we had to play longer today and we tried a couple of things in training.
      “I tried to get a little bit deeper and then tried to run off Erling when he kept the ball, and I think we found that a couple of times.
      “I think in the first half we created some chances this way, and it was important to set the tone.
      “Normally we play with two number eights and I think he [Guardiola] wanted a little bit more control because of the way they press.
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      “So Gundo [Ilkay Gundogan] would be a double six and I had to choose more the moments, depending on who presses out of Xhaka and Partey – if Partey was pressing I would try to go on his back and the other way round, and it was difficult for [Rob] Holding and Gabriel.
      “[They had to decide] do they have to go with me or are they staying with Erling.
      “I couldn’t find the moments in the first half, and obviously they switched a little bit in the second half, but I was a little more free today.”
      De Bruyne now has nine goals and 27 assists in all competitions this season.
      He has set up 18 goals in the Premier League, needing just three more to break the record for most assists in a single season – which he and Thierry Henry hold with 20.
      Man City’s seven-game run-in contains games against Fulham, West Ham, Leeds, Everton, Chelsea, Brighton and Brentford.
      Guardiola’s squad are also seeking a sensational treble as they are into the FA Cup final – where they will face Manchester United – and Champions League semis – where they take on Real Madrid. More

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      How Chelsea can save a small fortune by hiring Mauricio Pochettino to save Blues’ sinking ship

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      CHELSEA look set to save some serious cash in their bid to land Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager. Pochettino has been out of a job ever since being sacked by Paris Saint-Germain in June and is the frontrunner to become Graham Potter’s permanent successor.
      Chelsea are set to save some serious cash in their bid to sign Mauricio PochettinoCredit: Getty
      Chelsea won’t have to pay any agent fees as Pochettino represents himselfCredit: Getty
      According to the Telegraph, the Argentinean tactician is not using a representative to negotiate his deal with the Blues, which means owner Todd Boehly won’t have to pay any agent fees.
      The ex-Tottenham boss hasn’t hired any reps and is leading talks alongside his assistant Jesus Perez.
      However, the final draft will be checked by a lawyer of Pochettino’s choosing.
      The former Southampton boss will personally negotiate the length and value of his deal and thus Chelsea are set to save a huge amount in this appointment.
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      A deal between the two parties could be finalised by the end of the week or early next week.
      Pochettino is expected to take over alongside his assistant Perez and three other members of his coaching staff.
      That includes Miguel D’Agostino, Toni Jimenez and his own son Sebastiano Pochettino.
      The former PSG boss is expected to have a strong hand in negotiations after Chelsea’s fifth successive defeat across all competitions.
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      The West Londoners’ latest loss came at the hands of Brentford, who won 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday.
      Chelsea have now plummeted to 11th place and are in desperate need of an elite manager to take over ahead of next season.
      Caretaker boss Frank Lampard has lost all of his five matches ever since taking over earlier this month.
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      Fan raves about £1.50 mushy peas sandwich served at football ground – but supporters are seriously divided

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      A FOOTBALL fan has sent the internet into meltdown after posting a photo of a mushy peas sandwich. The fan, known as the Oldham Groundhopper, took a visit down to Marske United.
      The mushy peas sandwich caused a stir onlineCredit: The Oldham Groundhopper/Facebook
      And during their visit to the North Yorkshire club, the fan surprised everyone with a post of mushy peas in a sandwich.
      The fan wrote on Facebook: “Mushy peas and a bit of bread at Marske United! £1.50. I’ll allow this one to be slated 🤣 😂.”
      They later joked: “Other food was available.”
      And the meal was far from a forgone conclusion on whether it was a trick or a treat.
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      One fan commented: “Oh. My. God. I’d pay [£]1.50 not to have to look at this.”
      A second typed: “Yeah, I’ve produced that on a pavement at 1am…”
      “Mushy peas are food of the Gods and a meal in themselves. Cracking food and great value. There is a stall on Norwich Market that just sells mushy peas and it does a roaring trade,” countered a third.
      A fourth declared: “Can’t beat a mushy pea buttie with some mint sauce or vinegar on.”
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      Following the viral post, TeesideLive got in contact with the Northern Premier League Premier Division side to enquire about the menu at Mount Pleasant Avenue.
      In response, Marske United club secretary Mark Hathaway said: “We have a fairly extensive menu to be honest! We have steak pies, mince pies, sausage rolls, hot pork buns and hot beef buns.
      “We also have things like chocolate bars and crisps.” More

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      How former Premier League ground was left abandoned for seven years and fans even had a bonfire on the pitch

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      CHARLTON’S ground The Valley was left abandoned for SEVEN YEARS before the inception of the Premier League.The Addicks moved into the stadium in the 1920s – a venue which once held 75,000 people for an FA Cup game in 1938.
      The Valley was abandoned in the 1980s and early 1990sCredit: Getty
      Fans made the most of the ground by playing football on the pitchCredit: Getty
      Rubbish was dumped outside the grouundCredit: Getty
      It made for a rather apocalyptic sceneCredit: Getty
      The Valley now looks like a superb stadium following its renovationCredit: Getty
      But a lack of investment and safety fears saw the South-East London side vacate the ground in 1985.
      They ended up sharing Selhurst Park with Crystal Palace.
      And they were also forced to spend a season splitting Upton Park with West Ham.
      New investment in 1992 eventually saw Charlton return to The Valley – where they have been ever since.
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      But during that seven-year spell away from their home, the ground became a cesspit.
      Pictures from back then show the turf overgrown, rubbish scattered outside the entrance, and even a trolley on the pitch.
      There are also images of locals playing football on the abandoned pitch – and starting a bonfire on the field of play.
      It is a remarkably different scene to how The Valley looks in 2023.
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      Since returning to the ground, Charlton have redeveloped three of the four stands inside the 27,111-capacity venue.
      They also have plans to develop the ground into a 40,000-seater.
      Charlton returned to the top flight in 1998 for a first season in the Premier League.
      But they were immediately relegated back to the second tier, before a seven-year run in the Premier League between 2000 and 2007.
      Relegation down to the Championship 16 years ago was followed by a drop down to League One in 2009 – where they still are now despite two promotions back up to the second division between 2012 and 2019. More

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      Arsenal flops savaged in typically brutal L’Equipe ratings after Man City horror show as Gabriel is given brutal 2/10

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      ARSENAL got thrashed by Manchester City, who landed Mikel Arteta’s men a knockout blow to their Premier League title hopes.And the Gunners got torn to shreds by L’Equipe’s notoriously harsh player ratings following Wednesday’s 4-1 demolition at the Etihad.
      Arsenal were destroyed by Manchester City in a potential Premier League title deciderCredit: Getty
      Arsenal stars were torn to shreds by L’Equipe’s harsh player ratingsCredit: Getty
      The North Londoners weren’t spared after their shambolic performance against City and averaged just 3.7 out of 10.
      Gabriel Magalhaes received the lowest grade as he got a 2 after a poor performance in defence.
      Gabriel’s display was described as a “nightmare” as he failed to close down Kevin De Bruyne for the Citizens’ opening goal.
      The centre-back was also overpowered and outrun time after time by Erling Haaland.
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      Thomas Partey managed a low grade of 3 as he lost the midfield battle.
      Partey was also blamed for the opening goal and was described as a mere “spectator” when De Bruyne netted the third.
      Rob Holding received the same grade as he started next to Gabriel at centre-back amid William Saliba’s glaring absence due to injury.
      Holding was given the toughest task in the Premier League as he had to keep Haaland quiet.
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      L’Equipe’s ratings for Wednesday’s title clash
      The publication, though, insists that it was “not a great idea” to have the 27-year-old man-marking the Prem’s leading goalscorer as he “made too many mistakes.”
      Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli also got a 3 after failing to create chances.
      Oleksandr Zinchenko, Ben White, Bukayo Saka and captain Martin Odegaard managed just a point higher, while Granit Xhaka was awarded a 5.
      Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta wasn’t spared either as he got a 3 after being outclassed by his former mentor Pep Guardiola.
      Aaron Ramsdale received the best grade despite conceding four goals, but it was a lowly 6.
      Arsenal are still top of the table with two points ahead of City, but Guardiola’s men have two games in hand. More

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      Pochettino ‘targeting TWO Brentford stars to kickstart Chelsea rebuild and makes new No6 his top transfer priority’

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO has already got transfer plans in the works as he targets two Brentford players and a new deep-lying midfielder, reports say. The Argentine, who is widely expected to be named as the next Chelsea manager, could oversee a summer squad overhaul.
      Ivan Toney could likely heal Chelsea’s goal issuesCredit: Getty
      David Raya has been linked to Stamford Bridge as Chelsea look to solve their issues in between the sticksCredit: Getty
      Mateo Kovacic is believed to be among those who could leave West London this summerCredit: Alamy
      The Blues are likely to shift some players from their bloated squad while their new boss will likely want to bring in some names of his own.
      Two of the stars Chelsea have been linked to come from West London rivals Brentford who triumphed at Stamford Bridge yesterday.

      Ivan Toney, the third-highest scoring in the player in the Premier League this season, is believed to be of interest to the goal-shy Blues.
      The 27-year-old has been a revelation for Brentford and has enjoyed a rapid climb up from the lower leagues of English football in a short space of time.
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      He has 19 goals in the league this campaign, behind only Erling Haaland with 33 and Harry Kane with 24.
      Chelsea’s scoring issues has been among the biggest problems they have had throughout this entire campaign.
      Football London reports that the Brentford keeper David Raya could also be targeted.
      No.1 has also been a problem position for Chelsea as mistakes have crept back into Kepa Arrizabalaga’s game while Edouard Mendy was dropped earlier this season.
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      Meanwhile, Bild reports that Chelsea may let Mateo Kovacic join Bayern Munich as speculation links the midfielder with a move to Bavaria.
      The midfielder’s former boss Thomas Tuchel is believed to still be keen on the Croatian.
      Any potential departure has left Pochettino believing the no.6 position is a “priority”, according to reports. More

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      Erik ten Hag was snubbed for Premier League job before Man Utd because he ‘lacked charisma’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag reportedly nearly joined Tottenham only for them to snub him due to a “lack of charisma”. The Dutchman was appointed the Red Devils manager prior to the start of this season after impressing at Ajax.
      Erik ten Hag was snubbed by TottenhamCredit: Alamy
      However, he nearly ended up in the Premier League the year previous when Spurs gave him consideration when looking to replace Jose Mourinho.
      The Telegraph report that Tottenham chiefs decided to look elsewhere for their new gaffer due to Ten Hag supposedly not having enough charisma.
      Language difficulties have also been cited as a reason why the North Londoners declined to make a move for him.
      Instead, Spurs decided to appoint Nuno Espirito Santo as manager, but he lasted just four months in the job before he was sacked.
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      The club have since had turmoil with managers and are on their third of the season after the dismissals of Antonio Conte and Cristian Stellini with Ryan Mason now in charge.
      Meanwhile, United have enjoyed a better season under Ten Hag and if anything, the reports suggests players have enjoyed his aura of directness and see communication as one of his strengths.
      The club will look to tighten their grip on a Champions League spot for next term when they face Tottenham this evening.
      This will add to their solid year, having won the Carabao Cup and made the FA Cup final where they will face Manchester City.
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      It’s not the first time Tottenham have missed out on a key United asset after Bruno Fernandes nearly joined the club prior to his transfer to Old Trafford.
      The Portuguese midfielder has travelled to London for tonight’s game amid concern over his fitness. More