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      Everton vs Nottingham Forest delayed after Beto injured in horror clash of heads as Sky Sports refuse to show replay

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      EVERTON’S match against Nottingham Forest was momentarily delayed following a nasty of clash of heads between Beto and Morgan Gibbs-White.The worrying incident occurred during stoppage time with the Toffees leading the relegation six-pointer 2-0.The match was delayed as both players received treatmentBeto appeared to offer a reassuring thumbs up to the crowd as he was stretchered offNuno looked concerned on the sidelineBoth players challenged for an aerial ball, with the referee instantly waving physios on as they went down.After initial medical checks Gibbs-White was able to rise to his feet and continue.Beto, however, required further treatment and was down for several minutes.Eventually the forward was stretchered off, but did appear to give a thumbs up to the crowd as he left the field of play.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was replaced by Youssef Chermiti following a ten-minute delay.After the game, Everton wrote on social media: “We can confirm that Beto was knocked unconscious and has been taken to hospital as a precaution.”We’re all with you, big man.”Sky Sports, who were broadcasting the game in the UK, did not show a replay of the incident at any point.Most read in FootballBeto, 26, had replaced Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the 67th minute.Gibbs-White, meanwhile, played the full match.MOTD commentator shares ‘scariest position in football’ as he takes fans inside Premier League stadiumBoth sides went into the game looking to climb further clear of 18th placed Luton.Everton had started the day two points clear, with Forest one ahead of the Hatters.It was Sean Dyche’s side who extended their cushion, courtesy of goals by Idrissa Gueye and Dwight McNeil.Beto arrived at Goodison Park in a £25million deal from Udinese last summer.He has since appeared 35 times for the Toffees in all competitions, scoring five goals.Beto had come on as a 67th minute substituteCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd fans ‘scared’ after learning who will start at centre-back for FA Cup semi-final against Coventry

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are “scared” after learning who will start at centre-back in the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry.The Red Devils line up for this afternoon’s game means midfielder Casemiro is playing in the back-line.Man Utd fans are ‘scared’ to see Casemiro play centre-back against CoventryCredit: GettyErik ten Hag’s team sheet for this afternoon’s games has concerned fans as they guess who will play in defence.In defence the Dutch boss has put Aaron Wan-Bissaka on the left next to Harry Maguire and Diogo Dalot on the right.Means fans suspected Casemiro will join the trio in the back line as they only have Maguire in the centre back position.One fan tweeted: “Casemiro cb I am scared.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile another added: “This actually means you play just one CB?”A third then put: “Casemiro at cb tears.”The Brazilian has occasionally played as centre-back, so will be familiar if one of them has to play in the defensive line.The defensive midfielder last season played in the United back-line notably in the Carabao Cup.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThis follows as United have suffered three more injuries to take their toll for the season to a staggering 60 cases of injury or illness.On Saturday Willy Kambwala, Mason Mount and Sofyan Amrabat were not part of the travelling squad for the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry.Manchester United’s fall from glory since Sir Alex Ferguson Meaning defender and academy star Louis Jackson, 18, has been promoted to the matchday squad.THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Ten Hag claims he’s only had ‘favourite team’ available once at Man Utd including forgotten man but fans are sceptical

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      ERIK TEN HAG claims he has only had his “favourite team” available once as Manchester United manager.The Red Devils have been plagued by injuries this season, with key players like Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw and Mason Mount all currently sidelined.Erik ten Hag claims he has only played his strongest XI onceCredit: GettyGoing into their FA Cup semi-final clash against Coventry, Harry Maguire is Man Utd’s only fit centre-back.And bemoaning the injury crisis he has had to deal with, Ten Hag claimed he has only had his strongest starting XI out once since taking over.He said: “I have never had my favourite team on the pitch in 18 months. “Only one time against Man City at home last season. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”In all other games there has been a injury aspect.”United won the game 2-1 via late strikes from Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford.Fans have been left baffled by Ten Hag’s comments as many are convinced that day was not his best XI.Shaw started at centre-back, forgotten man Tyrell Malacia was at left-back, Christian Eriksen and the now sold Fred were in the midfield, with Anthony Martial leading the line.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMartinez, Maguire, Antony and Scott McTominay were all subbed on – showing the strong squad he had available. Supporters reacted: “That was not our strongest team though.”Scott McTominay reveals two strict rules implemented by Erik ten Hag at Man UtdAnother added: “So in the strongest team there is no Martinez and Shaw is the centre-back instead.”A third reacted: “Erik ten Excuses at his finest.”Others suggested: “At the time it was his favoured team. That’s what he means.” More

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      Everton boss Sean Dyche makes major change for docked points derby vs Nottingham Forest as fans ‘barely recognise him’

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      FANS claimed Sean Dyche looked unrecognisable after he ditched his usual match attire.The 52-year-old’s Everton hosted Nottingham Forest in a crunch relegation showdown this afternoon.Sean Dyche ditched his usual attire for a tracksuit against Nottingham ForestCredit: ReutersThe 52-year-old usually opts for a shirt and tieCredit: ReutersThe Toffees came into the game on the back of a 6-0 thumping by Chelsea and one win in their last 15 matches.They were just two points above the Premier League drop zone and just one ahead of rivals Forest going into the showdown at Goodison Park.Both clubs have fallen foul of financial fair play and been hit with punishments this term.Everton were firstly hit with a ten point deduction – later reduced to six on appeal – while Forest got a four point punishment after breaching the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBoth teams may also be hit with more punishments – making today’s game eleven more vital in the battle to stay up.And it seemed that Dyche was leaving no stone unturned in trying to secure a vital victory as he ditched his traditional matchday shirt and tie for a tracksuit.One shocked viewer posted on X: “Sean Dyche in a trackie? I barely recognise him.“He’s decided his suit is unlucky after over 500 games with it on.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnother wrote: “Sean Dyche is a tracksuit?! Games gone…”A third said: “Tracksuit manager Sean Dyche is such a weird sight.”Sean Dyche leaves Sky Sports team in stitches as he points out their tactics gaffe before Doncaster vs Everton clashA fourth commented: “Dyche in a tracksuit just looks wrong.”Another asked: “Did Dyche spill his usual pre match meal of worm soup down his shirt?“Why’s he wearing a tracksuit?”A sixth said: “Sean Dyche looks so different in a tracksuit!”While a seventh wrote: Dyche wearing the tracksuit. He is serious.”Even Sky Sports acknowledged that it was the first time that Dyche had worn training gear instead of a suit since he took over at Everton in January 2023.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt seemed that move had proven to be a lucky one after Everton took the lead.A defensive clearance fell straight to Idrissa Gueye and the Senegal international took a touch before sweeping a strike past Matz Sels to break the deadlock.Fans were quick to spot the change and took to social mediaCredit: Getty More

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      Crystal Palace vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Eagles host Hammers in huge clash

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      CRYSTAL PALACE host West Ham in a huge Premier League clash on Sunday afternoon.The Eagles are looking to steer well clear of the drop zone while the Hammers are still in the hunt for a place in Europe next season.
      Kick off time: 3pm BST
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      Aston Villa vs Bournemouth LIVE SCORE: Villans look to build on shock Arsenal win against Cherries – Prem updates

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      ASTON VILLA continue their top four chase with a Premier League home affair against Bournemouth.The Villans put a huge dent in Arsenal’s title chase during their last encounter with a 2-0 win at the Emirates.And they are expected to face another tricky test as they come up against a Bournemouth side who held Manchester United to a draw.
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      Aston Villa 3 Bournemouth 1: Villans take huge step towards Champions League with comeback days after Lille heroics

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      VILLA’S shattered stars ended the day on their knees, exhausted following their heroics here and in Lille.But by full-time every Villa fan inside Villa Park was on their feet, roaring their appreciation of their weary wonders!Aston Villa go six points clear of Spurs after beating Bournemouth 3-1Credit: RexMoussa Diaby scored the winning goal for VillaCredit: ReutersTake a bow Unai Emery and his battling heroes, who summoned the strength to come from behind and snatch three crucial points to go six clear of Spurs.Things looked bleak for the Conference League semi-finalists when Dominic Solanke fired the Cherries in front from the penalty spot.But Morgan Rogers levelled in first-half stoppage-time to breathe new life into Emery’s men and Ollie Watkins and Leon Bailey finished Bournemouth off after the break.It means if Villa can beat Chelsea next Saturday they will open up a nine-point gap over Ange Postecoglou’s men, who face Arsenal the following day.Emery’s boys were always going to be weary and leggy following their 120 minutes plus penalties drama in Lille, which would have sucked the life out of most teams.So it was a smart move on the part of the club to change the first team coach’s usual route to Villa Park.This took it down Trinity Road where thousands of cheering Villa fans had converged to give their heroes a rowdy welcome – flares and all – to inject fresh life into those weary limbs.Once inside the ground those in Villa’s Holte End really did try to live up to the banner they proudly display at every home game.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThey sang themselves hoarse: “Emi Martinez, the World’s No.1,” rang out all around the famous old ground. It worked a treat because Villa started on the front foot, intent on getting off to a good start while there was still freshness in their limbs.Arsenal’s title chances are ‘100% gone’ according to club legend who savages ‘lazy’ Gunners after Aston Villa shockerMoussa Diaby set up Ollie Watkins whose shot was blocked by Illia Zabarnyi.John McGinn fired an angled effort well wide following a short corner from Leon Bailey.And the Jamaican wing king delivered a deliciously teasing cross which just evaded Pau Torres.But Bournemouth weathered the expected early blitzkrieg and Martinez had to show his class to keep out a venomous effort from Justin Kluivert which stung his outstretched palm.Lloyd Kelly then picked out Dango Ouattara at the back post but the Burkina Faso international fired into the side netting.Bournemouth were now in the ascendancy and they took the lead just after the half hour mark – ironically in this week of all weeks – from the penalty spot.Kluivert engaged Matty Cash before slipping the ball to his left where Milos Kerkez was overlapping.Cash, Villa’s hero in Lille took the bait, dived in and sent the wide man tumbling.That left Dominic Solankje with one of the most unappealing jobs in football – trying to beat Emi Martinez from the spot.The Argentine was up to his usual tricks trying to psyche him out, whipping the Holte End into a frenzy.They responded by chanting their Martinez mantra over and over again.Fully three minutes had passed between the penalty being awarded and being taken. But to his credit Solanke showed nerves of steel to fire the ball to Martinez’s right, just high enough to evade his left glove.”You’re just a s**t Ollie Watkins,” jeered Villa fans.Cash tried to make up for his blunder with a rasping right footer which whistled just wide from 25 yards.Then Zabarnyi rode his luck with a blatant push on Watkins in the box which could easily have earned the striker a tit-for-tat penalty.But Villa summoned up one final push before the break and were rewarded with an equaliser.Bailey produced a stunning pass to Morgan Rogers with the outside of his right boot and the 21-year-old expertly chopped inside Adam Smith before lashing the ball high into the roof of the net.It was a stunning strike and it revitalised Villa who ended the half with McGinn and Tielemans bickering after the Belgian failed to deliver the ball into the middle before the half-time whistle blew.Villa’s tails were up now and after Watkins fired a couple of harmless efforts at Neto, they finally hit the front.Rogers played in Watkins who chopped inside Zabarnyi and rolled an inch-perfect pass across the face of goal for Diaby to side-foot past Neto from seven yards.Bailey then sent Watkins clear with a stunning 40 yard pass with the outside of his boot but the striker shot wide.However Villa grabbed a two-goal cushion when Diaby held off Max Aarons to feed Watkins who rounded Neto and Bailey made sure to poke the striker’s shot over the line.Emery punched the air over and over again in delight.Bournemouth were denied a late lifeline when Martinez beat out Semenyo’s shot and Enes Unal netted the rebound – but he was flagged for offside.But there are no signs of Villa flagging and they left the field to an ovation from their 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