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    Watch Alexis Mac Allister’s ‘worst shot of the season’ contender which leaves TNT Sports commentator stunned

    ALEJANDRO GARNACHO thought he had wrapped up the miss-of-the-season award last night after spurning an open goal.That was until Alexis Mac Allister asked the Manchester United wonderkid to hold his beer.Alexis Mac Allister has a pop at goalThe ball went out for a throw inMac Allister’s eyes lit up when a Dominik Szoboszlai corner was cleared into his path on the edge of the area.Unfortunately, his volley went so far wide that Szoboszlai could not prevent it from going out for a THROW IN.TNT commentator Darren Fletcher called it a “worst shot of the season contender” live on air.Fortunately for Mac Allister, Arne Slot began his Reds career with a win regardless.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMo Salah teed up Diogo Jota for the opener before adding a second in a 2-0 win.He said afterwards: “It’s a tough team, I’m glad we won today, I’m always happy to make a difference.“When they play home especially it’s quite tough. The crowd is always up. “We knew that before the game, we’re experienced, so we expected a tough game.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“Hopefully I keep going like this for the whole season. I always help to try to help the team all the time, I’m always happy to score goals or assist.“Jurgen [Klopp] was in the team for eight years, he gave everything, now it’s a new manager and new system. Gary Neville reveals mega-money bet with Jamie Carragher on Man Utd v Liverpool in title race as Keane picks his winner”It’s quite different for all of us, we need to adapt. We just need to know his way of playing and enjoy the football.“We don’t need to put more pressure on him, we just need to play football and enjoy our games. “Let’s see in the end.”Liverpool host Brentford next Sunday before making the short trip to Manchester United for their first derby of the season on September 1. More

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    Sarcastic fans say Premier League refs ‘off to a flyer’ as Ipswich star somehow escapes red for ‘blatant’ second yellow

    FOOTBALL fans were left gobsmacked after Ipswich winger Wes Burns avoided a second yellow card against Liverpool.The 29-year-old was booked 24 minutes into the match at Portman Road for a foul on Alexis Mac Allister.Wes Burns somehow avoided a second yellow for a deliberate handballCredit: ReutersThe winger was already on a yellow for a foul on Alexis Mac AllisterCredit: ReutersHowever, it was just a matter of minutes before he almost received another yellow.While attempting to tackle Diogo Jota on the wing, Burns tripped and fell.In a desperate attempt to stop the attack, he put his arm out to flick the ball away with his hand.The referee awarded Liverpool a free kick, but Burns avoided being sent off despite the deliberate handball.Read More in FootballFans were left baffled as a result, with one person taking to social media to write: “No idea how Wes Burns hasn’t been sent off hahaha on a yellow, blatant handball. Still on pitch somehow.”Another commented: “Premier League refs off to a flyer! Ipswich players throwing themselves to the ground every chance they get and the ref is falling for it.”A third said: “How’s that not a second yellow card?! Ipswich should be down to 10 men and so blatantly.”While a fourth wrote: “Why didn’t the Ipswich player not get a second yellow for the handball?”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLiverpool went on to win the match 2-0 thanks to second-half goals from Jota and Mohamed Salah.Speaking to TNT Sports after the match, Salah said: “It was quite tough today to be fair, the weather was really warm.Jurgen Klopp set for shock return to dugout just months after quitting as Liverpool boss”It’s a tough team, I’m glad we won today, I’m always happy to make a difference.”When they play home especially it’s quite tough. The crowd is always up. We knew that before the game, we’re experienced, so we expected a tough game.”Discussing Liverpool’s changes under Arne Slot, he continued: “It’s quite different. Jurgen was in the team for eight years, he gave everything, now it’s a new manager and new system.”It’s quite different for all of us, we need to adapt. We just need to know his way of playing and enjoy the football.”We don’t need to put more pressure on him, we just need to play football and enjoy our games. Let’s see in the end.”Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More

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    Watch Mo Salah break Premier League record just an HOUR into new season as Liverpool star scores vs Ipswich

    MOHAMED SALAH has made history after breaking a Premier League record just an hour into the new season.The Liverpool forward celebrated his 350th appearance for Liverpool and he did so in style by breaking the record for the most opening-day goals in Premier League history. Mo Salah has made history after breaking a Premier League record just an hour into the new seasonCredit: EPASalah has now scored nine goals across all of his first games of the seasonCredit: PASalah found the back of the net with the second goal in the Reds’ 2-0 victory against Ipswich at Portman Road.The 32-year-old has now scored nine goals across all of his first games of the season. He previously shared this record with Wayne Rooney, Alan Shearer, and Frank Lampard.Salah found the net for the first time on an opening day when he made his Premier League debut against Watford in the 2017/18 season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSince then, he’s scored against West Ham, Norwich (twice), Leeds (with a hat-trick), and Fulham — all on the first weekend of their respective seasons.His latest strike against the returning Tractor Boys marked his 212th goal for Liverpool. Just minutes before that, Salah assisted Diogo Jota’s opening goal for Arne Slot’s side.Most read in FootballAnd fans wasted no time in lavishing praise on the star on social media.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne called him the “Premier League GOAT”.Another added: “This guy is a monster.”Dream Team New Season Explainer 2024-25A third then put: “One of the greatest.”The only time Salah has failed to score on the opening match of the season during his Liverpool career was against Chelsea 12 months ago, although he did provide an assist in a 1-1 draw.The game against Kieran Mckenna’s side also marked a new era for Liverpool.This was Slot’s first Premier League clash after the Dutchman replaced Jurgen Klopp in the Anfield dugout ahead of the new campaign. More

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    Man Utd new-boy Joshua Zirkzee branded ‘class act’ after incredible gesture to fans following last-minute debut heroics

    MANCHESTER UNITED new-boy Joshua Zirkzee was branded “pure class” after staying behind to meet his new adoring fans outside Old Trafford.The Red Devils’ new striker bagged the decisive goal on his debut as the home side claimed a late 1-0 victory over Fulham in their season opener.Joshua Zirkzee was branded a ‘class act’ after scoring on his debutThe Dutchman devoted time to sign autographs for fans outside Old TraffordZirkzee rose from the bench to score the decisive goal, from fellow substitute Alejandro Garnacho’s curling cross with three minutes of normal time remaining.And after the nervy finish, the Netherlands international managed to warm hearts.In live Sky footage the 23-year-old could be seen greeting a group of excitable United fans waiting outside the ground to meet their hero.He smiled for selfies and signed autographs for everyone waiting.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSZirkzee, decked out in his United tracksuit, was happy to talk and engage with the adoring fans before heading to his car.And the superb gesture went down well online too.One fan wrote: “He has won the hearts of United fans everywhere.”A second said: “Class on and off the pitch! What a way to start his journey with the supporters.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnother replied: “Good on him, and that’s great to see.”A fourth commented: “Class act.”Player Ratings: Manchester United vs FulhamA fifth typed: “That’s how you win over fans!”On the pitch, Zirkzee couldn’t contain his elation after scoring the winner in an otherwise stale United team performance.The Dutch star said: “To win here in my first home game and to grab a goal, it couldn’t be better.”I’ve been told scoring at the Stretford End is one of the best feelings at United. “I’m so thankful and blessed I could experience it in my first game. It’s an amazing feeling. I’m pinching myself.”At the end of the day we got the win, that’s all we wanted. I can’t really explain the feeling, it’s just very nice. “I feel very warm here. It’s a great team. We want to achieve something great. It’s been amazing, it’s been a dream actually.”Man Utd ratings vs Fulham as new boys shine… but Mount and Amad struggleDEBUTANT Joshua Zirkzee was the hero for Manchester United in an evening where their new guns showed what they are all about.The Dutchman had to remain patient for his opportunity but he took it brilliantly once he came on the pitch.Zirkzee came on for Mason Mount on the hour mark and had been quiet up until his pivotal moment.Ten Hag will take positives from the display and it was his astute sub which led to the winner as his side got their season off to a flyer.Here is how SunSport’s Phil Thomas rated the Red Devils display…Andre Onana – 6Made an outstanding early tip over from Kenny Tete and was rarely seriously troubled beyond that.Noussair Mazraoui – 7A pretty impressive debut from the Moroccan. Looks assured on the ball, gets forward in support and can put a foot in.Harry Maguire – 7Dominant and commanding in defence, but embarrassingly booked for diving at the other end. Really Harry, even you?Lisandro Martinez – 6Skinned by Adama Traore early. Showed all his defensive guile in how he handled him after that, and got back superbly to deny a breakaway goal.Diogo Dalot – 6Had his hands full dealing with Traore’s pace, but knocked in a couple of wicked curling crosses at the other end.Casemiro – 7Headed over then shot over, but two great passes put Fernandes clean through. Often looked United’s most likely source of a goal.Kobbie Mainoo – 8So crisp, so tidy, so rarely wastes a pass. Another near-flawless, if not exactly flair-packed, display from the youngster. Fizzed a shot just wide, too.Mason Mount – 5So desperate to do well, which earned him an early booking. Only Leno’s legs denied him the goal his effort deserved.Amad Diallo – 5Made one marvellous mazy run into the box, although the tumble to ground that followed wasn’t so impressive.Marcus Rashford – 6Still nowhere near the star of two years ago, but another step in the right direction at least. Some way to get yet, though.Bruno Fernandes – 7Fluffed two great chances, driving at keeper Leno’s legs twice when Casemiro put him through, but sprayed passes around and started the move for the winner.SubsAlejandro Garnacho (for Diallo, 60mins) – 6Put a spark in United when he came off the bench and teed up the winner.Joshua Zirkzee (for Mount, 60 mins) – 7The debut he dreamed of. Barely had a touch, but then fed the ball wide and stuck out his left foot to jab the winner.Matthijs de Ligt – (for Mazraoui, 81 mins) – 5Was only on for the last ten minutes and looked solid although he did not have too much to doJonny Evans (for Maguire, 81 mins) – 5Scott McTominay (for Mainoo, 84 mins) – 5 More

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    Danilo injury updates: Nottingham Forest vs Bournemouth STOPPED after horror leg break – latest

    NOTTINGHAM FOREST are up against Bournemouth in the Premier League but Forest man Danilo has broken his leg early in the game.The Brazilian challenged for a header in the middle of the park and injured his leg on the way down. Players looked distraught and turned away as the game was stopped for seven minutes while sheets were used to cover the treatment by medics. Kick off time: 3pm BSTTV/Stream: Not available in the UK due to 3pm blackoutFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…FULL TIME Nottingham Forest 1-1 BournemouthThat’s all at the City ground with the points shared between the teams.The game was dominated by Danilo’s first-half horror injury, which is suspected to be a broken leg.He is now likely to miss the rest of the season.An impromptu tent was erected around the player so he could have privacy during his treatment.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedNottingham Forest 1-1 BournemouthFive minutes of added time here in a match that was heavily delayed because of Danilo’s first-half injury.Copy linkCopiedGOAL Nottingham Forest 1-1 Bournemouth 86’A horrible mix up at the back for Forest sees Antoine Semenyo in the right place at the right time.He’s made it 1-1 here.Copy linkCopiedNottingham Forest 1-0 Bournemouth – double change for ForestForest make a double change.Nicolas Dominguez and Harry Toffolo come on for Ola Aina and Anthony Elanga.Copy linkCopiedSecond half underway Nottingham Forest 1-0 BournemouthSecond half is underway now on Trentside.The game is running significantly behind the rest of the 3pm kick-offs now after Danilo’s horror injury.He is thought to have broken his leg in a freak accident ivolving Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo.Copy linkCopiedWell wishes pour in for injured DaniloFootball supporters on X lined up to wish Forest midfielder Danilo a speedy recovery after his suspected leg break.One wrote on X: “Our thoughts go out to Danilo, who has suffered a horror injury.”Another said: “Pray for Danilo, jeez. It’s not looking good.”And another said: “Oh my god That is utterly horrific for Danilo.”Wishing him a speedy recovery.”One remarked: “Our thoughts are with Nottingham Forest’s Danilo who appears to have suffered a season-ending injury during their first game.”Another chimed in: “Get well soon, Danilo.”Copy linkCopiedHalf-time at the City groundIt’s half-time at the City ground now after the game was significantly delayed.11 minutes of added time were played in the first half after Forest’s Danilo suffered a horror leg break.Forest opened the scoring through Chris Wood in the 23rd minute after Danilo was stretchered off.Forest lead 1-0 at half-time.Copy linkCopiedUpdate from the City GroundSunSport’s Graeme Bryce writes…Nottingham Forest’s game with Bournemouth was halted for eight minutes following a serious injury to Forest midfielder Danilo.There are fears the Brazilian midfielder may have suffered a season-ending injury after he was involved in a sickening collision with Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo.The pair clashed in mid-air and it immediately became clear Danilo was badly hurt as he landed with a sickening thud.Paramedics raced to the scene and his Nottingham Forest teammates were visibly upset as they tried to comfort him.As Forest players were ushered to the touchline, medics used flags to screen Danilo from view as Forest’s medical staff attended to him.After eight minutes Danilo was finally strapped into a stretcher and, with his left leg immobilised, left the field to warm applause as Forest fans chanted his name.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied11 Minutes added time11 minutes of added time have been announced for this first half after Danilo’s horror injury.The midfielder had to be treated by medics as staff erected a makeshift tent around him to maintain his privacy.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedMatch centre gets run outFans saw their first example of the Premier League’s new X account explaining VAR decision making.The account has tweeted to show exactly why Ouatarra’s opening goal was ruled out.Copy linkCopiedPlayers react to horror injuryForest’s stars were left reeling when they saw the extent to Danilo’s first-half injury.The midfielder got his leg caught awkwardly under Antoine Semenyo after an aerial duel.Seeing the extent of Danilo’s suspected leg break, his team-mates were seen with their head in their hands in shock.Copy linkCopiedGOAL RULED OUT! Nottingham Forest 1-0 BournemouthDango Outarra thought he’d equalised for Bourenmouth but it’s ruled out for an offside in the build-up!Copy linkCopied’We’re all with you Danilo’Forest have sent their well wishes to midfielder Danilo on X.The club wrote: “Yatesy replaces Danilo who is stretchered off.We’re all with you, Danilo 🙏”Copy linkCopiedNottingham Forest 1-0 BournemouthChris Wood has already got off the mark this season with a goal in the 23rd minute.The striker used his striking instincts to capitalise on a spill by Bournemouth keeper Neto.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedHow the incident occurredA freak accident has seen Forest midfielder Danilo break his leg.The midfielder went in for a header with Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, with both players falling to the floor in the aftermath.Danilo’s leg looked to get stuck awkwardly under Semenyo.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedDanilo receives treatmentMedics rushed onto the field in order to treat Danilo as soon as possible.Players were taken off the pitch while the midfielder received treatment.Copy linkCopiedGame suspended after Danilo breaks legNottingham Forest’s game with Bournemouth has been suspended after midfielder Danilo suffered a horror broken leg.A number of flags were held up around Danilo while medics treated him after the incident.Copy linkCopied More

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    Newcastle vs Southampton LIVE SCORE: Latest updates as Toon kick-off new campaign against Premier League new boys

    NEWCASTLE host Southampton in their first match of the 2024/25 Premier League season this afternoon.The Magpies will be aiming to reclaim their spot in Europe after an injury-hit campaign hindered their chances last term.Southampton return to the Premier League after triumphing in the Championship play-off final last season.Kick off time: 3pm BSTTV/Stream: Not available in the UK due to 3pm blackoutFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below… More

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    Everton vs Brighton LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Toffees begin season against new look Seagulls

    EVERTON take on Brighton in their Premier League opener this afternoon.The Toffees will be hoping to build on last season’s 15-placed finish and retain their top-flight status before moving into their new £760million stadium next campaign.While Brighton are aiming for a fast start under new 31-year-old manager Fabian Hurzeler.Kick off time: 3pm BSTTV/Stream: Not available in the UK due to 3pm blackoutFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below… More

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    Everton 0 Brighton 3: Seagulls off to strong start under new boss as Mitoma, Welbeck and Adingra seal all three points

    FABIAN Hurzeler must wonder what all the fuss is about…this Premier League management lark is clearly kids’ stuff.The coming months will prove otherwise, of course. Yet after this flying start, the Prem’s youngest ever gaffer can make the most of it for now.Brighton beat Everton 3-0 in their Premier League opener at Goodison ParkCredit: GettyThe Toffees went down to 10 men after Ashley Young was sent offCredit: ReutersThis was Fabian Hurzeler’s first Premier League game as Brighton’s managerCredit: ReutersSean Dyche was not a happy man after his side suffered a dismal defeatCredit: ReutersA three-goal stroll gave Hurzeler, 31, the dream beginning to his life as Brighton boss.Yet while it was all calm in the visiting dugout, Sean Dyche looked ready to blow in the home one, as his side were torn to shreds.Not helped by a controversial call going against them and a self-inflicted red card from veteran Ashley Young, eight years older than the opposing gaffer.If Dyche was hoping for a season of calm after two of financial mayhem, takeover chaos and points deductions, he can think again.  And all that despite a first half that promised so much…particularly in the midfield dynamo Tim Iroegbunam, their £9 million arrival from Aston Villa.If only they’d had another ten to go with him, it would have been a totally different afternoon. As it was, they were a shambles…as they have been so often in recent times.It started to go wrong on 25 minutes when Kaoru Mitoma – playing his first game after a back injury in February – prodded in at the far post from Yankuba Minteh’s cross.It was debut boy Minteh’s high spot on an afternoon that saw him subbed when he was clattered, throwing himself to stop Vitalii Mykolenko from having a far post volley.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBrighton medics insisted he heads for the bench as a concussion substitute. Minteh, signed from Newcastle, was far from dazed as he vainly argued his case to go back on.Not that the Seagulls needed him…or missed him, either. Although a minute after the break it did appear as though Everton had been handed a route back into the game.Everton’s £760million new stadium close to completion as incredible new video of ground is revealed It came after Jack Harrison slid the ball to Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and as Lewis Dunk threw himself to block, the Everton striker threw himself to the ground.It looked a stonewall spot kick, and referee Hooper certainly thought so, immediately awarding the penalty.Yet a Stockley Park word in his ear had the official making a touchline check, and we all know what that means. The decision was reversed…and a sigh of relief in the away dugout.In truth it was hard to give a definite verdict as to whether Dunk clipped Calvert-Lewin’s foot, or if it was a tumble of his own making as he stood on the centre-back’s prone leg.Whatever the definitive, there was no penalty. And eight minutes later the Seagulls rubbed their noses in it by breaking and doubling their lead.Idrissa Gana Gueye was the guilty party for Everton, as his careless pass merely picked out Wieffer, who swiftly fed Danny Welbeck.The Brighton striker had options on either side but used them to buy time and as Michael Keane dithered, he drilled past Jordan Pickford for a second.Even then there was the sense it may not be game over…but 12 minutes later it most definitely was, as Young got his marching orders.Again he could blame no-one but himself, trying to chest down Dunk’s angled crossfield ball as Mitoma waited when he should have used his head. In every sense.With Young’s control far from perfect, the Japanese striker pounced and set off for goal…until the veteran fullback held him by the hand to stop him in his tracks.Mitoma may have had 40 yards to run, but he was in the clear, not a covering defender in sight, and the official had the red card out in a flash.Young’s afternoon was finished, so were Everton’s hopes…but just for good measure, Brighton made trebly sure when Simon Adringra curled in a late, late third.If this is a sign of how the final season at Goodison is to be, they’ll be kicking off the next one in their new Bramley Moore Dock stadium as a Championship team.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below… More