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      Supercomputer predicts final Premier League table as Arsenal learn their fate after crushing win over Tottenham

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      A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted the final Premier League table following Arsenal’s win at Spurs.The Gunners remain top by a point after beating their bitter rivals 3-2 away from home.A supercomputer has predicted the final outcome of the title race between Arsenal and Man CityCredit: ReutersAnd with a favourable final three games on the horizon, Mikel Arteta will be fancying his chances of clinching a first title win since the Invincibles 20 years ago.However, defending champs Manchester City still have a game in hand.And boffins at Bettingexpert loaded up their supercomputer BETSiE before running its algorithm to predict the final outcome of this season’s Premier League table.The final resting place of each side was revealed, including detailed numbers for games won and points gathered.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, it was bad news for Arsenal.They are predicted to finish second to Man City, who are tipped to win a record fourth consecutive title.The Gunners look set to end the season with a better win and points tally than City.But their loss total will be their undoing, with Pep Guardiola’s men bagging a few extra draws.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCompleting the Champions League race are Liverpool and Aston Villa, with Tottenham tipped to narrowly miss out.They are followed by Newcastle, who will apparently pip Manchester United to the Europa League.’Bravest fan in the world’ spotted in the Tottenham end with an ARSENAL shirt after turning up with wrong ticketIt means the Europa Conference League awaits Erik ten Hag – or his replacement.And it also spells disaster for Chelsea, tipped to come eighth and miss out on continental football entirely despite a £1billion spend.Completing the top half are Bournemouth and West Ham, with Brighton and Wolves close behind.The next positions go to Fulham, Crystal Palace, Everton and Brentford after they all confirmed their top-flight status.Finally, in the relegation fight, Nottingham Forest are tipped to stay up at the expense of Luton and Burnley.Meanwhile, Sheffield United will finish rock-bottom after their relegation was confirmed at the weekend. More

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      Arsenal wonderkid once dubbed club’s ‘future’ wanted by Champions League giants after ‘deciding to quit’ Emirates

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      JUVENTUS and Roma are both monitoring the situation of Arsenal youngster Charlie Patino, according to reports.Patino, 20, is expected to leave north London this summer.Charlie Patino is expected to leave Arsenal this summerCredit: GettyThe midfielder has spent over two years trying to establish his spot in Mikel Arteta’s first team squad.However, due to the high level of competition he is yet to break into the fold.Patino is now seeking a move away from the Emirates Stadium.And according to Calciomercato, Juventus and Roma are interested.Read More on FootballBoth clubs are trying to recruit Michele Fratini, who previously described Patino as a “diamond”.The midfielder’s contract expires next summer, so Arsenal are allegedly prepared to cash-in on him at the end of the season.The England Under-21s star made his Arsenal debut in a 5-1 League Cup win over Sunderland in December 2021.He came off the bench to score for the Gunners in added time.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPatino’s only other first team appearance came in a 1-0 FA Cup defeat to Nottingham Forest the following month.He was loaned to Blackpool for the 2022-23 campaign and made 37 appearances across all competitions.’Bravest fan in the world’ spotted in the Tottenham end with an ARSENAL shirt after turning up with wrong ticketThe midfielder has spent this season at Swansea, but his last start came back in January.Mikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan Davies
      ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.
      Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
      But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.
      And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:
      BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)
      One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.
      VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)
      Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.
      ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)
      Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.
      JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)
      Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.
      XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)
      An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him. More

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      Man Utd legend Peter Schmeichel turns back on Richard Keys in live TV interview and says ‘there’s no way’

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      LEGENDARY goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel refused to weigh in on the Manchester United manager debate after praising Thomas Tuchel.Erik ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford is currently uncertain amid the club’s inconsistent form.Peter Schmeichel refused to weigh in on the manager debateCredit: bein sportsHe instead turned his back on Richard KeysCredit: bein sportsThomas Tuchel has been linked with the Man Utd jobCredit: GettyThe Dutchman could be sacked this summer, with new part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe looking at the possibilty of bringing in a new manager.Bayern Munich boss Tuchel has been one of the names linked with the Red Devils in recent months.United legend Schmeichel has insisted Tuchel – who is set to leave Bayern this summer after failing to win the Bundesliga title – is a good manager despite his rocky patch.Speaking on BeIN Sports, he said: “I like him. I like Thomas Tuchel. I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing him a couple of times. His football knowledge is fantastic.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”He’s been a little bit unlucky with being at two big football clubs at the wrong time of their history, at times where things weren’t working on every level.”It’s not that he didn’t do well Chelsea, for instance. I mean, he won the Champions League didn’t he?”I just like him, there’s something about him. He projects an authority.”Never compare people but he’s got the same kind of thing that [Jurgen] Klopp has. You know he’s the boss and you know what he’s doing.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTuchel’s managerial career
      Clubs:

      FC Augsburg II (2007-08)
      Mainz 05 (2009-2014)
      Borussia Dortmund (2015-2017)
      Paris Saint-Germain (2018-2020)
      Chelsea (2021-2022)
      Bayern Munich (2023-now)

      Honours:

      DFB Pokal
      Ligue 1 title x2
      Coupe de France
      Trophee des Champions
      UEFA Champions League title
      UEFA Supercup
      FIFA Club World Cup
      Bundesliga title
      FIFA The Best Football Coach 2021
      UEFA Men’s Coach of the Year 2020-21

      Schmeichel was then asked if he could see Tuchel replacing Ten Hag this summer.However, he refused to weigh in and instead turned his back on presenter Richard Keys.Erik ten Hag hits back with message to fans and ‘forgetful’ Man Utd icons after being booed for substitutions v BurnleyThe ex-goalkeeper then continued: “I’m not going to go there! There’s no way. I know it’s speculative… no, I’m not.”If Manchester United were in the market for a manager then he should be somebody mentioned in that respect. He should be.”He has that kind of pedigree, he’s got the authority, he’s proven he can win which I think is really important.”He doesn’t come with a set system, ‘This is how our football is being played’… yeah, of course, he’s a big-club manager, isn’t he?”Man Utd currently sit sixth in the Premier League table, 13 points adrift of the top four.Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      ‘Bravest fan in the world’ spotted in the Tottenham end with an ARSENAL shirt after turning up with wrong ticket

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      AN ARSENAL supporter was dubbed “the bravest fan in the world” after wearing a Gunners shirt in the Tottenham end.The Australian fan couldn’t resist showing his true colours after watching Mikel Arteta’s side romp to a 3-2 win at the home of their bitter rivals.An Arsenal fan showed his true colours while sat in the Tottenham end yesterdayCredit: GettyAn own-goal from Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg kicked off a first-half blitz for the Gunners, with Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz putting Arsenal 3-0 up at the break.Spurs fought back with strikes from Cristiano Romero and Son Heung-Min after an inspired Richarlison cameo.But they were unable to complete a stunning comeback as Arsenal maintained their spot at the top of the Premier League table.The Gunners have just three games remaining and are one point clear of Man City, who have a game in hand.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSAnd one jubilant Arsenal fan made sure he joined in the post-match celebrations despite being seated with Tottenham supporters.The cheeky chap had jetted to the UK from Australia for the once-in-a-lifetime match.However, he accidentally purchased tickets for the home end in the section above Arsenal’s away fans.The Aussie blended in with the crowd as he wore a half-and-half scarf while covering his red jersey in a white jacket.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut at full-time, he was unable to contain his excitement.As Spurs fans flocked to the exits and Arsenal supporters cheered the result, the man from Down Under appeared on the concourse before zipping down his jacket.Arsenal celebrates after nervy 3-2 win over Tottenham keeps title bid on trackTactics Exposed: Why Kai Havertz is Arsenal’s most important playerBy Dean Scoggins

      KAI HAVERTZ endured a difficult start to life at the Emirates after his big-money move from Chelsea.
      But has now well and truly found his feet.
      The German, 24, has found his scoring boots in recent weeks, including his double against his old club.
      But Havertz has been providing much more than goals in recent months.
      In fact he has become Mikel Arteta’s most important player as Arsenal go for the title.
      That’s after the Spanish boss made a genius tactical switch.
      Click here to read all about it.
      Or to watch the brilliant video in full on YouTube.

      Seeing the famous red jersey underneath, jubilant Gunners fans burst into song as they chanted: “We are the Arsenal, we’ll sit where we want.”Speaking afterwards, the grinning Aussie fan admitted he revelled in the occasion.He said: “I just got off a plane last night from Sydney, Australia. I came straight to Tottenham’s stadium.“I bought my ticket in Sydney. I didn’t realise I was in the Tottenham section.“Obviously we win 3-2. I go up to the barrier and I see all the Arsenal fans and I couldn’t help myself. I honestly couldn’t help myself.” More

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      Police in riot gear clash with fans outside Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after Arsenal’s 3-2 win over fierce rivals

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      POLICE in riot gear clashed with fans outside Tottenham’s stadium after Arsenal’s 3-2 win over their fierce rivals.Mikel Arteta’s men remain top of the Premier League table after holding on for all three points.Police in riot gear clashed with fans outside Tottenham’s stadiumCredit: https://twitter.com/FootballOllieThe scenes occurred after Arsenal’s 3-2 winCredit: https://twitter.com/FootballOlliePolice were pelted with projectilesCredit: https://twitter.com/FootballOllieOne fan was knocked to the groundCredit: https://twitter.com/FootballOllieA first-half blitz saw Arsenal race into a 3-0 lead before showing their resilience through a nervy second-half to deny Spurs a famous comeback.They are one point clear of defending champions Manchester City, who still have a game in hand.And with favourable fixtures in their remaining three games, Arsenal’s title bid will surely go down to the wire.But there were ugly scenes at full-time yesterday as riot police clashed with fans outside Tottenham’s stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSome supporters could be seen being knocked to the floor.While another was dragged along the ground in front of stunned onlookers.Various projectiles were also hurled at the police, who wore riot gear and high-vis jackets.Reports from the ground suggested the clashes were between cops and Spurs fans, although that has not been confirmed.Most read in FootballMeanwhile, another video emerged showing police clashing with home fans inside the ground as another group watches on.They were allegedly angry after some Arsenal fans snuck into the home end of the Tottenham stadium.Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal are better equipped to win the title this season Another video showed more fans clashing with policeCredit: https://www.tiktok.com/@teltalksIt’s believed there were Arsenal fans in the home endCredit: https://www.tiktok.com/@teltalksThe clips come after one Gunners supporter was filmed celebrating while in the Spurs stands.The Australian fan flew from Down Under for the once-in-a-lifetime game.However, he claimed to have not realised he had purchased home seats until he arrived at the stadium.The crafty supporter wore a half-and-half scarf to blend in.But at full-time, he proudly unzipped his jacket to reveal the Arsenal shirt underneath as disappointed Spurs fans streamed past him towards the exit.It prompted Gunners fans to chant: “We are the Arsenal, we’ll sit where we want!”Speaking outside Tottenham’s stadium, the undercover Gunner said: “I just got off a plane last night from Sydney, Australia.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I came straight to Tottenham’s stadium. I bought my ticket in Sydney. I didn’t realise I was in the Tottenham section.“Obviously we win 3-2. I go up to the barrier and I see all the Arsenal fans and I couldn’t help myself. I honestly couldn’t help myself.” More

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      Former Premier League Wag and ‘world’s most beautiful woman’ stuns in lace lingerie as she poses on staircase

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      VIKTORIA VARGA left fans stunned as she dazzled in lacy lingerie.Viktoria, who has been dubbed the “world’s most beautiful Wag”, is married to ex-Italy and Southampton striker Graziano Pelle.Viktoria Varga had fans gushing with her latest social media snapCreditCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaShe is married to ex-Southampton striker Graziano PelleAnd the Hungarian lived up to her moniker in a recent Instagram post, posing in black underwear on a staircase.She captioned the post: “Lazy Sundays in lace.” And fans gushed in response as one said: “Amazing beauty.”Another added: “You look fabulous my love.”READ MORE SPORT NEWSOne hailed: “Beauty.”Another simply put: “Wonderful.”Viktoria and Pelle, who has been without a club since leaving Parma in 2021, got married in 2022.The centre-forward scored 30 goals with ten assists in 80 appearances for Southampton.Most read in FootballHe went on to play for Shandong Luneng in China before returning to Parma.He now looks to be living a life on leisure with wife Viktoria, who has also been dubbed the “world’s sexiest woman” by fans online.Inside Viktoria’s glamorous life as a model and football Wag…Viktoria has been dubbed ‘world’s most beautiful Wag’Credit: Instagram @vikyvargaThe Hungarian model often finds ways to wow her Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaViktoria is a glamorous modelCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaViktoria is not shy of the cameraCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaThe model is often posing on luxurious holidaysCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskShe is never too far away from the sunCredit: Instagram @vikyvargaFormer Premier League Wag and ‘world’s hottest woman’ shows off her figure in swimsuit as she wakeboards in Dubai More

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      Mo Salah’s five biggest Liverpool rows amid fears Klopp strop at West Ham could spell the end

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      WAS this the last straw and strop for Mo Salah?The Liverpool great threw petrol on the flames after Saturday’s furious touchline bust-up with Jurgen Klopp at West Ham.Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp clashed at London StadiumCredit: ReutersKlopp wouldn’t discuss the matter later, which might say volumesCredit: AlamySalah, who was named as a sub for the second time in a week, rushed off after the 2-2 draw which all but ended Liverpool’s title dream, later insisting: “There’s going to be fire if I speak.”SunSport exclusively revealed the flare-up came from a snub – Klopp expecting a handshake as the Egyptian prepared to come off the bench but eventually getting just a fist bump.The German boss refused to discuss the spat but Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher branded Salah “daft” for adding fuel to the public row.The bust-up is depressing for Reds fans and will also reignite talk over Salah’s Anfield future. READ MORE LIVERPOOL NEWSWith boss Klopp leaving Merseyside this summer, could Salah follow suit?Liverpool  turned down huge offers last summer and the Saudi Pro League is expected to return for him this summer.Both Klopp and Salah have been instrumental to Liverpool’s success.Incoming boss Arne Slot will not want to deal with a frustrated star striker.Most read in FootballSalah was also displeased when taken off at Chelsea last AugustCredit: GettyBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSalah stropsMO SALAH’s row with Jurgen Klopp was not the first time tensions have run high between the striker and his Liverpool colleagues. Here are five times things got heated with the Egyptian during his Anfield career.
      West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024
      Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp and throws his arms up in the air after refusing to shake the manager’s hand.
      Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024
      Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.
      Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023
      Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.
      Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020
      Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.
      Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019
      Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.

      Saturday’s row  is not the first time Salah has inflamed tensions with his manager or team-mates.The forward shook his head when Klopp subbed him at 1-1 against  Sheffield United at Anfield earlier this month.Eagle-eyed fans reckon they’ve worked out reason for Mo Salah’s heated row with Jurgen Klopp in brand new footageSalah also stormed off the pitch at Chelsea on the opening weekend last August when he was replaced on 77 minutes.Salah also moaned at Klopp for being subbed at Brighton in 2020.There was a public spat with team-mate Sadio Mane in 2019 after he did not pass to the winger in a game at Burnley — a row Roberto Firmino later said had been brewing since the previous season.Carragher hopes both Klopp and Salah can end the season on a high.Posting on X, Carragher said: “Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp are both LFC legends. We don’t need to take sides!“Salah is frustrated and angry with Jurgen that he’s not playing and at that moment didn’t want to fully embrace the boss, Jurgen understandably took exception.“Mo was daft with his comment in the mixed zone but let’s let them sort it out and enjoy the last few weeks together.”Sadio Mane had an issue with Salah vs Burnley four years agoCredit: Rex FeaturesSalah was seemingly simmering after being taken off at Brighton in 2020Credit: GettyWhat they have said about Arne Slot
      MATT WADE, head of sporting strategy at Feyenoord
      “He is a brilliant communicator, and consultative, but also clear at the same time.
      “He is quite cautious, quite introverted, but very rule based and principled, which means everyone knows where they stand.
      “And he is not paranoid, which allows freedom for specialists to operate.”
      SANDER WESTERVELD, former Liverpool goalkeeper and team-mate of Arne Slot
      “When I played with Arne at Sparta, you could see that he would become a coach.
      “He was a leader, a No10 midfielder and someone who would change tactics by himself.
      “The job he has done at Feyenoord makes him the perfect fit for Liverpool.”
      Dutch football journalist MARCEL VAN DER KRAAN
      “I’ve followed Feyenoord for 40 years. Not since the days of Johan Cruyff at Ajax in the 1980s has there been a coach so attack-minded in the Dutch league.
      “Cruyff only had a few disciples who followed him and one of them was Pep Guardiola.”
      Arsenal star REISS NELSON who played 31 games under Slot on loan at Feyenoord
      “I felt like Arne Slot is a great manager. He really got me into my rhythm.
      “He gave me a lot of opportunities to play and I excelled.” More

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      Premier League referee doesn’t make the big decisions and uses VAR as backup, suggests former top ref Mark Halsey

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      CHELSEA felt aggrieved when Axel Disasi’s stoppage-time winner was disallowed in the 2-2 draw with Aston Villa.But I was baffled why VAR got involved because it wasn’t a clear and obvious error.VAR intervened to overrule Craig Pawson’s decision at Villa Park on SaturdayCredit: GettyEx-Premier League referee Mark Halsey feels Pawson needs to be more decisive during games to minimise the role of VARCredit: Getty Images – GettyChelsea thought they had scored a last minute winner through Axel Disasi but saw VAR intervene and the goal ruled outCredit: EPAPawson went to the monitor and disallowed the goal but Halsey felt he had a good enough view of the incident to blow for a free kick straight awayCredit: AFPReferee Craig Pawson had a great view of the incident, he was looking directly at both players and allowed play to continue.If Pawson thought it was a foul by Benoit Badiashile on Diego Carlos then why didn’t he award a free-kick straight away? I felt it was a foul but Pawson had to give it in real time and then there wouldn’t have been a fuss afterwards.My big problem with this incident is it’s a classic case of technology re-refereeing a game and not what VAR is there for.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVAR official Chris Kavanagh recommended an on-field review and Pawson changed his mind. I’ve watched Pawson for a long time and he does not seem to make the big decisions and uses VAR as a back-up.Although we got the right decision, the process of how we got there is not how we should be operating VAR in the Premier League.Chelsea stars protested madly at the end of their 2-2 draw with Aston Villa and had to be pushed away from Pawson by the Blues coaching staff.Most read in FootballBadiashile and Madueke were fuming with the referee and linesmen following the final whistle and had to be restrained by coaches.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea’s penalty chaosMAURICIO POCHETTINO has been tearing his hair out watching Chelsea’s stars fight over penalties again and again. Here are all their spot kick lowlights

      CHELSEA 2-2 ARSENAL (23rd October, 2023)GOAL Raheem Sterling immediately picks up the ball to take Chelsea’s spot kick before Cole Palmer approaches. Enzo Fernandez intervenes to give the ball to Palmer, who sends David Raya the wrong way to score.
      CHELSEA 4 LEICESTER CITY 2 (17th March, 2024)MISS Raheem Sterling wins a penalty and this time is handed the ball by Palmer. However, he fires it down the middle and sees his kick comfortably saved. Leicester later recover to 2-2 from 2-0 down and Sterling is booed every time he touches the ball by a section of the home crowd.
      CHELSEA 4 MANCHESTER UNITED 3 (4th April, 2024)GOAL Noni Madueke makes an audacious attempt to take the ball off Palmer after winning a 98th minute penalty with the Blues 3-2 down but is pulled away by Trevoh Chalobah. Palmer sends Andre Onana the wrong way before scoring a winner two minutes later.
      CHELSEA 6 EVERTON 0 (15th April, 2024)GOAL Madueke picks up the ball immediately after Chelsea are awarded a penalty at 4-0 up, but a furious Nicolas Jackson rushes in wanting to take the kick and shoves the winger. Captain Conor Gallagher has to intervene to give the ball to Palmer, who scores. Pochettino blasts his team’s behaviour as “like being at school”.

      Madueke was evidently still fuming with the decision when probed by the BBC post-match.He said: “Should it have been three points? Yes.”Mauricio Pochettino claims VAR has ‘damaged’ five things in scathing rant after ref changes mind over late Chelsea goalMadueke, 22, added: “Do I think the goal should have stood? Yes. Nothing else to say about the situation.”Manager Mauricio Pochettino also bemoaned the intervention of VAR after the game, saying: “Well VAR changed the decision of the referee.”That was for me a normal challenge that can happen in normal action.”That damaged a little bit the Premier League and its image.”It’s damaged myself, damaged my team, damaged my players, my fans, damaged football.” More