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    Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis jail updates — Boxer to serve remainder of 90-day house arrest in prison after breaching terms

    BOXING star Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis has reportedly been ordered to serve the remainder of his home detention in jail after being taken into custody.Following an “impromptu hearing” yesterday – Gervonta Davis’ attorney Michael Tomko confirmed to The Baltimore Banner that his client was set to serve the rest of his sentence behind bars.
    The boxer was initially set to serve a home detention for his involvement in a 2020 hit and run.
    In February this year, Davis pleaded guilty to four offences relating to the incident three years ago, in which he smashed into a car carrying four people – including a pregnant woman.
    He admitted to running a red light, driving with a revoked license, leaving an accident involving bodily injury and failing to notify of property damage.
    Read our Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis blog below for the latest news and updates…
    DAZN slammed over ‘horrific’ Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia coverage
     Boxing fans were left upset after DAZN’s coverage of the Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia fight did not meet expectations.
    The megafight between Davis and Garcia was a highly anticipated fight, but many missed it after the DAZN PPV stream broke and charged some customers up to six times for the event.
    DAZN offered the fight to subscribers at a lower price of $60 compared to the Showtime/PPV price tag of $84.99.
    But boxing supporters suffered delays to their streams and accessing the broadcast.
    That forced DAZN to take to Twitter and issued a statement. 
    They said: “We are aware that some customers are experiencing small 
    delays in accessing the PPV broadcast after buying it.
    “Rest assured, content will be available to you within a few minutes of your purchase. We appreciate your patience.”
    Reports claim Gervonta Davis breached terms of 90-day house arrest
    Gervonta Davis has been sent to jail after allegedly breaching the terms of his 90-day house arrest, according to reports.
    The boxer was initially set to serve a home detention for his involvement in a 2020 hit and run.
    Who is Gervonta Davis?
    Gervonta Davis is an undefeated American boxer from Baltimore, MD. Nicknamed ‘Tank’.
    Davies was a protege of Floyd Mayweather and made his debut in February 2013 at the age of just 18. 
    Davis knocked out Ryan Garcia on April 22, 2023 in a catchweight fight that has been dubbed ‘the bout to save boxing’.
    His girlfriend is stunning Instagram influencer Vanessa Posso.
    Do Gervonta Davis and Vanessa Posso have kids together?
    Gervonta and Vanessa have one child together.
    The pair share a baby daughter, Giovanna Thalia.
    Giovanna has been featured on her mom’s Instagram and even has a whole account dedicated to her.
    On April 15, 2022, Vanessa shared a series of images of her and her daughter.
    She captioned the post: “Happy six months to my little cookie @giovanna.thalia” followed by four emojis.
    Vanessa also has a daughter named Jada Milan from a previous relationship.
    What is Vanessa Posso’s company?
    Venessa is also a businesswoman who users her influencer skills to advertise her company.
    She created the jewelry brand RichGirlz, whose website can be accessed through the link in her Instagram bio.
    RichGirlz also has an Instagram account with over 39,400 followers.
    Its bio states: “Specializing in body chains and sterling silver jewelry since 2010.”
    Vanessa is frequently featured modeling the brand’s products on this page.
    Who is Gervonta Davis’ girlfriend Vanessa Posso?
    Vanessa is an Instagram influencer and model.
    She has 727,000 followers on the social media platform.
    She often posts photos and videos in which she shows off her fashion sense.
    Vanessa is also an influencer for Fashion Nova and posts content in which she wears the brand’s clothing.
    On July 8, 2022, she shared a photo and video to her Instagram page in which she flaunted a two-piece set from the brand.
    She captioned the post: “Love is the wave” followed by a heart emoji.
    Vanessa also has a partnership with fashion company PrettyLittleThing and represents their products on Instagram as well.

    Gervonta Davis is turning into a mini-monster hell-bent on taking Mike Tyson’s tag
    This is a comment piece by Colin Hart
    Gervonta Davis is a tiny tearaway who is big trouble inside and outside the ring.
    He is rapidly turning into a mini-monster who seems hell-bent on taking over Mike Tyson’s role as boxing’s “Baddest Man on the Planet.”
    Davis is a ferocious punching pocket-battleship who fires explosive missiles with both hands.
    It was obvious he was an exceptional talent to those fortunate to see him destroy Liam Walsh in less than three rounds when he defended his world super-featherweight crown at East London’s Copper Box, six years ago.
    Since then, Davis has been arrested on numerous occasions for several offences including aggravated assault. 
    Read more here
    What has Gervonta Davis said after his recent boxing victory?
    Gervonta Davis was over the moon following his seventh-round TKO victory over Ryan Garcia in Las Vegas.
    He said: “The job isn’t done until I retire. I’m gonna continue to keep my head down and work.
    He said of the brutal body shot which stopped the fight: “It was a good shot.
    “I thought he was going to get up. I like to play mind games.
    “When he was looking at me I was looking at him like ‘get up’ but he shook his head and said no.”
    ‘He never once came over to help me’
    One of the passengers in the other car, Jyair Smith, spoke out against the plea deal.
    “I begged Mr. Gervonta Davis, I looked him in his eyes,” Davis said.
    “I said, ‘I have to get home to my daughter, I’m pregnant.’ He never once came over to help me.”
    Davis’ car accident in 2020
    Davis admitted to fleeing the scene of a car accident in 2020, after his Lamborghini Urus smashed into a car carrying four people – including a pregnant woman.
    Davis was in the car with two other people when he ran a red light.
    All three left the scene before officers could assist.
    Davis recently retained his WBA title against Ryan Garcia
    Davis, 28, defeated Ryan Garcia in front of a packed Las Vegas crowd last month.
    The win saw him retain his WBA lightweight title, while moving to 29-0 as a pro.
    Davis’ seventh-round KO of Garcia led to speculation that he could be the new face of boxing.
    Davis had been arrested last December
    In a separate incident, Broward County Police arrested Davis last December after he allegedly hit a woman using a “closed hand type slap.”
    The woman suffered a small cut on the inside of her mouth from the alleged contact, according to the incident report.

    Davis was slapped with 200 hours of community service after original incident
    The original incident is said to have occurred at around 2am on November 5, 2020 as Davis drove his Lamborghini away from a Baltimore nightclub.
    As Davis drove, the prosecution claimed he was under police escort until he opted to steer away, subsequently smashing into a 2004 Toyota.
    In addition to being sentenced to serve an initial 90-day house arrest, Davis was also slapped with 200 hours of community service and a three-year probation.
    Davis faced an ‘impromptu hearing’
    Following an “impromptu hearing” yesterday – Davis’ attorney Michael Tomko confirmed to The Baltimore Banner that his client was set to serve the rest of his sentence behind bars.
    Local network WBAL-TV Baltimore claimed this was due to Davis breaching the terms of his house arrest.
    Gervonta Davis pleaded guilty to four offences
    In February this year, Davis pleaded guilty to four offences relating to the incident three years ago, in which he smashed into a car carrying four people – including a pregnant woman.
    He admitted to running a red light, driving with a revoked license, leaving an accident involving bodily injury and failing to notify of property damage.
    Gervonta Davis ‘in JAIL after boxer violated his house arrest’
    Gervonta Davis has been sent to jail after allegedly breaching the terms of his 90-day house arrest, according to reports.
    The boxer was initially set to serve a home detention for his involvement in a 2020 hit and run.

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    Sevilla 1 Roma 1 PEN (4-1) – Europa League final LIVE RESULT: Spaniards clinch trophy after epic shoot-out

    JOSE MOURINHO’S Roma have been beaten on penalties by the Europa League specialists Sevilla in a cagey final. Paulo Dybala’s well-timed effort fired the Italians ahead in what started off as a cagey affair.
    But Gianluca Mancini’s own goal has seen this very cagey affair go all the way.
    And then World Cup winner Gonzalo Montiel kept his composure in the shootout just like against France to help Sevilla win a record-breaking seventh Europa League triumph.

    RESULT: Sevilla 1-1 Roma (4-1 PENS)
    Live stream: BT.com
    TV channel: BT Sport 1
    Sevilla XI: Bono; Navas, Bade, Gudelj, Telles; Rakitic, Fernando; Ocampos, Oliver Torres, Bryan Gil; En-Nesyri
    Roma XI: Patricio; Mancini, Smalling, Ibanez; Celik, Cristante, Matic, Spinazzola; Pellegrini, Abraham, Dybala

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    Bono man of the moment for Spaniards
    The Sevilla keeper was the star of the penalty shootout.
    He saved the Roma penalty that led to his side’s victory.
    All of which led to him getting his hands to the biggest trophy of them all.
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    Sevilla are Europa League winners
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    Magnificent seven for Sevilla
    No team has managed to win this trophy as the Spanish side.
    They have put their stamp on this competition once again, showing the mental strength to win the penalty shootout.
    Never doubt Los Rojiblancos in the Europa League.
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    Mourinho loses his first European final
    The run of form has come to an end of Jose Mourinho.
    No longer can he boast a perfect record in European finals.
    Whether he will still be in Rome next season, remains to be seen.
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    Los Rojiblancos break Italian hearts
    The season threatened relegation from La Liga for Sevilla.
    No one could have predicted it would end with survival and a Europa League crown.
    After being 2-0 down at Old Trafford, they seemed dead and buried.
    They duly dispatched Man Utd over two legs and went on to win it all.
    You can see just how much it means to these players.
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    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (4-1 on penalties)
    Sevilla have won the Europa League once again.
    This team cannot stop winning this competition.
    That is the seventh time Sevilla have won this competition.
    Credit: EPA
    SEVILLA ARE EUROPA LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
    Sevilla 4-1 Roma
    Montiel slots the ball home at the second time of asking.
    Jose Mourinho will not be happy about that one.
    Penalty to be retaken
    Sevilla 3-1 Roma
    Montiel’s penalty is saved by Patricio, it is not over yet.
    Sevilla 3-1 Roma
    Sevilla are almost there as the ball rebounds off the post.
    Sevilla 3-1 Roma
    Rakitic sends Patricio the wrong way.
    Sevilla 2-1 Roma
    Bono saves Mancini’s penalty.
    Advantage Sevilla.
    Sevilla 2-1 Roma
    Lamela buries the ball in the bottom corner, Patricio with no chance.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma
    Cristante smashes the ball home, the keeper went the right way but could not get to it.
    Sevilla 1-0 Roma
    Ocampos sends the keeper the wrong way and slots home.
    Penalty shootout to follow
    FT: Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    The referee brings the game to a close.
    Many are just relieved to hear the final whistle.
    Anthony Taylor has shown more cards than Dynamo this evening.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    120+10. Roma have a corner which is drifted into the back post.
    Smalling meets it and his looping header hits the crossbar.
    What a time to score that would have been.
    Credit: AFP
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    120+8. This may be the longest game of football in Europa League history.
    Roma whip the ball in and Bono punches it clear.
    Anthony Taylor gives another free kick to Roma.
    He seemingly books Ocampos although it was Lamela who committed the foul and already has a yellow card.
    Classic Anthony Taylor.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    120+6. Players of both sides stay down for treatment.
    Gudelj is receiving some treatment.
    No doubt we will see more time added for this.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    120+4. The ball is floated into the box but is cleared by Sevilla.
    There are two players down in the box and the game is halted, again.
    Montiel is shown a yellow card for Sevilla.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    120+2. Sevilla venture into the Roma area looking for that elusive goal.
    En-Nesyri cannot fashion a shot at goal as the ball is played to him.
    The Italians go up the other end of the pitch and win a free kick.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    120. Matic comes off for Roma, replaced by Bove.
    It looks as though penalties will be needed to decide this one.
    We are going to have six additional minutes added from all the time wasted by players on the floor.
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (ET)
    118. Sevilla get the game restarted.
    Matic is still off the pitch momentarily but soon comes back on.
    The Spaniards look to come forward test the Italian defence.
    Credit: EPA
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    Sheffield Wednesday 1 Barnsley 0 – League One play-off final LIVE RESULT: Windass wins promotion for Owls at Wembley

    SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY have been promoted back to the Championship after Josh Windass’ winner at the death.The tie required extra time at Wembley and the Owls forward hit the back of the net with an excellent header in the 123rd minute.
    Barnsley were down to ten men for a large majority of the game after Adam Phillips was dismissed for a challenge on Lee Gregory.

    RESULT: Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley (AET)
    Sheffield Wednesday XI: Dawson, Ihiekwe, James, Palmer, Paterson, Bannan, Johnson, Windass, Gregory, Smith.
    Barnsley XI: Isted, Williams, Kitching, Andersen, Cadden, Kane, B Thomas, Phillips, Tedic, Cole, Connell.

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    That’s all from Wembley
    Sheffield Wednesday made it to the Championship after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Barnsley at extra-time in the League One play off final at Wembley.
    The Tykes put together a defiant performance after controversially losing Adam Phillips in the 49th minute following a two-lrgged tackle on Lee Gregory.
    Wednesday thought they sealed the win during extra-time when Will Vaulks scored a wonderful long-range shot in the 16th minute of extra-time.
    But the linesman deemed there was an offisde in the build-up and devastated the Owls’ hopes.
    But just when it looked like the game was heading to penalties, Josh Windass caught a stunning cross from Gregory down the left and finally beat Harry Isted with a diving header in the third minute of stoppage time.
    That’s all from us at SunSport, have a lovely evening!
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    Sheffield Wednesday have done it
    It took two hours of football, but Sheffield Wednesday have done it.
    Just when it looked like the game was heading to a penalty shoot-out, Wednesday won it at the death to deny a defiant Barnsley.
    Josh Windass’ winner has officially sent them back to the Championship.
    Celebrations are in full gear at Wembley!
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    Dramatic Wembley Finale
    The League One play off final between Sheffield Wednesday and Barnsley was riddled in drama.
    A red card in the second half, a winner that was chalked off for offside and a late goal just before penalties.
    There weren’t many goals, but this goes down as a Wembley classic.
    Here are some key moments:
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    Sheffield Wednesday vs Barnsley stats
    Sheffield Wednesday dominated 54 per cent of possession in their dramatic League One play off final.
    Wednesday produced 22 shots, eight of which were on target.
    Barnsley, on the other hand, registered nine shots, two of which were on target.
    More below:

    FT: Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley
    Sheffield Wednesday have made it to the Championship after a dramatic victory over Barnsley at extra-time in the League One play off final at Wembley.
    The Tykes put together a defiant performance after losing Adam Phillips in the 49th minute following a two-lrgged tackle on Lee Gregory.
    Wednesday thought they sealed the win during extra-time when Will Vaulks scored a wonderful long-range shot in the 16th minute of extra-time, but the linesman deemed there was an offisde in the build-up.
    Just when it looked like the game was heading to penalties, Josh Windass caught a stunning cross from Gregory down the left and finally beat Harry Isted in the third minute of stoppage time.
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    FT: Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley
    Peep!
    All over at Wembley!!!
    123 Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley
    They’ve done it!
    Just when it looked we’re going to penalties, Gregory delivered a stunning cross from the left and found Windass completely unmarked.
    The forward then produced a marvellous diving header to beat the incredible Isted!
    Absolute scenes on the Wednesday end, Barnsley are absolutely heartbroken…
    123 Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley
    Goal!
    Windass has done it for Sheffield Wednesday!!!

    120 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Barsnley ace Norwood appears to have picked up an injury.
    He almost comes off to be replaced by Cundy, but he will stay and take on a penalty!
    Three more minutes of stoppage time to go!
    117 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance!
    Barnsley captain Andersen produces a captain’s block as he denies Gregory’s shot from a very close and promising position!
    116 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Substitution
    Bannan’s evening is over, as he is replaced by Dele-Bashiru.
    A standing ovation for the Sheffield Wednesday captain as he exits the pitch.
    115 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Sheffield Wednesday Bannan is back on the pitch, but he is really struggling.
    And he ultimately goes back down to the ground and concedes he can’t continue…
    113 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Sheffield Wednesday ace Palmer is lucky to avoid a yellow card after pushing Norwood to the ground.
    Meanwhile, captain Bannan is receiving treatment, he would be so gutted if he couldn’t continue…
    110 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    The game has paused as the referee is readjusting the linesman’s communication equipment.
    Sheffield Wednesday are looking to fight back after the earlier heartbreak.
    106 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    No goal!
    Sheffield Wednesday ace Vaulks scores with a stunning shot a few yards off the area.
    He then celebrates by doing a cartwheel but the linesman deemed there was an offside in the build-up.
    106 Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley
    Goal!
    But the flag is up!!!
    106 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Substitution
    Barnsley boss Duff brings on Watters who replaces Cadden.
    Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Peep!
    Off we go again at Wembley!!!
    HT: Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Peep!
    That’s half-time at extra-time!!!
    105 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance
    Sheffield Wednesday ace Smith tries a backward header but sends it over the bar.
    One more minute of stoppage time to go.
    105 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Substitution
    Sheffield Wednesday boss Moore introduces Hunt, who replaces James.
    103 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    What a chance!
    Barnsley break perfectly and Thomas sets Connell up perfectly with the goal wide open.
    But he delivers a terrible shot that leads to a free-kick! How did he miss that…?!
    102 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    What a chance!
    Sheffield Wednesday captain Bannan tries a stunning shot from the edge of the box but catches a deflection and just misses Isted’s bottom right corner.
    100 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Barsnley have been remarkable at Wembley as they play with a man down.
    But they still have a lot to thank Isted for, stunning performance!
    99 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    What a chance!
    Sheffield Wednesday come a whisker away from breaking the deadlock as Smith gets a foot in front of Isted who shows incredible reflexes and palms it away.
    Isted has been sensational today!
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    Sheffield Wednesday 0 Barnsley 0 – League One playoff final LIVE SCORE: Latest updates as extra time underway

    SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY take on Yorkshire rivals Barnsley in the Sky Bet League One play-off final at Wembley – and the tie is into extra time.The Tykes are down to ten men after Adam Phillips was dismissed for a challenge on Lee Gregory.

    TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Football
    Live stream: NOW
    Sheffield Wednesday XI: Dawson, Ihiekwe, James, Palmer, Paterson, Bannan, Johnson, Windass, Gregory, Smith.
    Barnsley XI: Isted, Williams, Kitching, Andersen, Cadden, Kane, B Thomas, Phillips, Tedic, Cole, Connell.

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    95 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Yellow card
    Barnsley’s Thomas becomes the first player to be booked with a yellow card after a rough tackle on Bannan.
    95 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Sheffield Wednesday have been enjoying a better start giving Isted reason to be on his toes.
    You can cut the tension with a knife at Wembley….
    92 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance!
    Sheffield Wednesday ace Ihiekwe catches a header that’s goalbound but Barsley captain Andersen clears it!
    91 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    This is the first time ever all three play-off finals go to extra-time.
    But will the League One final go to penalties, not unlikely based on what we’ve seen…
    Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Peep!
    Extra-time at Wembley!!!
    FT: Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Sheffield Wednesday and Barnsley are still goalless at Wembley.
    Michael Duff’s men have been playing with 10 men ever since the 49th minute.
    Adam Phillips was sent off after a dangerous two-legged challenge on Lee Gregory.
    But Barnsley have been showing tremendous defiance and held up well.
    Credit: Rex
    FT: Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Peep!
    That’s full-time, extra-time coming up!!!
    90+5 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance
    Sheffield Wednesday star Bannan tries a long-range shot but sends it wide.
    Not the Hollywood ending for Wednesday…
    90+3 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Just like in the first half, the two teams look happy enough to let time go by.
    No wonder both managers held back on substitutions.
    90 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Substitution
    Barnsley manager Duff brings on Russell, who replaces Benson after an injury cuts his day short.
    Five more minutes of stoppage time to go.
    88 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Heading to extra-time it seems…
    Both teams lacking that final touch and shot, just like they did in the first half.
    85 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Norwood has been sensational since coming on for Barsley.
    He has truly created a lot of problems down the right for Sheffield Wednesday.
    83 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Phillips’ red card hasn’t made things much easier for Sheffield Wednesday as Barnsley are still showing so much defiance.
    This is till anyone’s game!
    80 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Just 10 more minutes to go at Wembley!
    The game is stretched, but action is slowing down…
    79 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance!
    Barnsley sub Norwood tries a powerful shot from a tight angle down the right but Dawson palms it away.
    79 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Substitution
    Sheffield Wednesday boss Moore makes his first change as Vaulks replaces Paterson.
    77 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Seems we missed Barnsley’s double change as Benson and Thomas came on for Cole and Kane.
    75 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    This has been an entertaining first half.
    But actions is slowly dwindling down and extra-time is not looking unlikely.
    72 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance
    Sheffield Wednesday ace Ihiekwe catches a header after a corner-kick but sends the ball over the bar.
    70 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Both teams looks completely different in the second half.
    In the first half they were nervy and avoided taking risks, whereas now the game is absolutely open.
    67 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Another cooling break at Wembley with the sun shining bright in London.
    Duff and Moore are handing out some more instructions with both teams now pushing hard for an opener.
    65 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Wembley has come alive with the game now looking more like a basketball match.
    Both teams are finding space to move the ball forward.
    64 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance
    Sheffield Wednesday’s Windass tries a low shot from the edge of the box but sends it wide.
    60 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    The red card has truly opened up the game, and it’s not just Sheffield Wednesday pushing forward.
    Barnsley are displaying some incredible defiance when they attack.
    58 Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Barnsley
    Chance!
    Isted saves Barnsley from an own-goal after Thomas accidentally drives a cross from the left twoards his own net.
    But the goalie shows tremendous reflexes and palms it away.
    Smith tries to get the rebound but the ball goes back to Isted.
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    Premier League final day LIVE RESULTS: Leeds and Leicester RELEGATED after Everton survive dramatic final day – reaction

    JUST like that the Premier League season is OVER and what a dramatic final day it was.Abdoulaye Doucoure’s stunner gave Everton all three points against Bournemouth and retained the Toffee’s Premier League status.
    Leicester and Leeds’ time in the top flight has come to an end and both will play Championship football next season.

    Everton 1-0 Bournemouth LIVE RESULT
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    More from Lampard
    Frank Lampard added ahead of his Chelsea departure: “Standards as a collective for a club like Chelsea have to be at the maximum or you won’t be physically competitive enough, or you won’t be able to play at a high level, high speed the Premier League demands.
    “If you’re not together in the dressing room and vocal in the dressing room, and driving each other and competitive because ‘I want your place and you want mine’…
    “Every top team has to have that. When I came in, very quickly I could see that wasn’t there enough.
    “Of course a very good manager can help that but everyone has to take responsibility.”
    Lampard warns Pochettino
    Frank Lampard revealed the long list of problems Mauricio Pochettino is facing at Chelsea after the team finished 12th in the Premier League with their worst ever points total.
    He said: “I’m a big fan of Pochettino as a manager, I think he’s a very good manager. But it’s not about which individual it might be, it’s about getting the right high level of manager.
    “Pochettino’s history tells you he works at clubs of this sort of level and then letting him get to work with the players he creates a solid identity in a team that can win more games. Those things aren’t always overnight things, so we have to be careful with expectations a little bit.
    “There’s a lot of work to be done. That’s my synopsis after six weeks, the basics that I keep talking about – standards are so relevant to this club at the minute. Standards collectively have dropped – I can be honest about that as it’s my last game and I might not see some of them that much anyway.”
    Erik ten Hag warning
    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag insist the club must invest if they want to win the Premier League.
    Ten Hag said: “The club knows that if you want to play top four, if you want to compete for trophies in this tough league, you have to invest, otherwise you won’t progress because other clubs will.
    “We saw it in the winter. All the clubs around us invested.
    “We didn’t and still we made it. So I am really happy and proud of my team.”
    Pep Guardiola reacts
    Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praised Brentford and insists one of his targets for next season is to beat Thomas Frank’s side.
    Guardiola told Sky Sports: “Congratulations to Brentford, in the second half they pushed more. They are master of how quick they play and how aggressive and fast they are in all departments.
    “I don’t have any complaints of how good we behaved. I said to the players, today they finish a Premier League which you won deservedly. Now, two days off and then Wednesday we prepare for first final.
    “Brentford are the best team by far in set pieces but not just in that concept. They’re an exceptional team, I have a lot of admiration for Thomas Frank for many years. You have the feeling and vibes that unity of club is there.
    “Normally people talk about champions, when you see what Bournemouth have done since Gary O’Neil took over and Brentford, it’s exceptional. Hopefully next season we can do better and beat them like last season. We have a target for net season.
    “Once you get the title, it’s normal for your mind to go that way. The result is not ideal but I am sure we’d have behaved differently if we needed points to be champion.”
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    No time for celebrations
    Liverpool legend and Everton fan Jamie Carragher insists the Toffees shouldn’t celebrate Premier League survival too much.
    Carragher told Sky Sports: “I was really pleased there was a feeling inside Goodison Park that Everton fans shouldn’t be celebrating this.
    “I’m from the city. Everton haven’t punched above their weight for a long time, but to find themselves in this position two years running is awful.
    “When I hear the players saying that commitment and mentality got them over the line… it’s embarrassing.
    “Everton shouldn’t be in this position with the players they have got and the amount of money that has been spent, over £700m. I can understand the players are relieved, but don’t be celebrating this too much.
    “Those players have got away with a lot this season because all the eyes have been on the owner and those running the football club.
    “There were cries of ‘sack the board’ at the end of the game, I agree with that. But the players have been awful, absolutely shocking, so they shouldn’t be getting away with it at all.”
    Sean Dyche reacts
    Everton manager Sean Dyche insisted the Toffees are not a “broken club”.
    Dyche told Sky Sports: “Obviously it means a lot. To me, I took over what they called a broken club. It’s not broken. There are certainly cracks but it’s not broken. We’ve shown that fighting spirit we needed.
    “But I’ve told the players they shouldn’t be in this state and we’ve got to learn. Next season is going to be a big season. It’s a magic day but at the end of the day we shouldn’t be in this shape.
    “We needed belief in the group and I think we’ve done that well. As a staff we’ve maintained that, we’ve kept them believing. They’ve seen people dropping, we’ve got no full-backs, no forwards, but we’ve kept going.
    “‘Doucs’ [Abdoulaye Doucoure] has been a shining light in that and he scores a cracking goal. He might have mis-hit it. But we have to learn from this experience. You’re only a big club if you give big club performances and you do big club things.
    “This is a big club but we’ve got to get it back to being there off the pitch and not just on the pitch.”
    Final day recap
    The Premier League season came to a close with a dramatic final round of fixtures.
    Everton avoided relegation after beating Bournemouth 1-0 and condemned Leeds as well as Leicester to the Championship after a 4-1 loss to Tottenham and 2-1 win against West Ham respectively.
    The Whites and the Foxes are going to the Championship along with Southampton, who drew 4-4 with Liverpool in an entertaining encounter.
    Aston Villa beat Brighton 2-1 to seal a place in the Europa Conference League and ended Brentford’s dreams despite their 1-0 win over Premier League champions Manchester City.
    Manchester United finished third after beating Fulham 2-1 following Newcastle’s 1-1 draw at Chelsea.
    Arsenal destroyed Wolves 5-0, whereas Crystal Palace drew 1-1 with Nottingham Forest.
    Final Premier League table
    Manchester United and Newcastle are going to the Champions League along with Arsenal and Premier League champions Manchester City.
    Liverpool and Brighton have sealed a place in the Europa League whereas Aston Villa have qualified for the Europa Conference League next season.
    Southampton were joined by Leeds and Leicester in the drop zone and will thus be playing in the Championship next season.
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    We need to become a big club
    Sean Dyche has said that it is now time for Everton to make themselves a big club again.
    While the manager feels Everton is a big club, performances count more than history.
    It is a chance now for The Toffees to re-establish themselves in the football world.
    Final positions at the bottom
    As the Premier League season draws to a close Everton fans will party long into the night as they secure their survival.
    Jamie Vardy will not be having his party tonight, the former Premier League winners are relegated.
    Leeds United will have to rebuild and look to bounce back next season, not an easy ask.
    Southampton, Leeds and Leicester relegated
    Everton secure Premier League survival
    FT: Everton 1-0 Bournemouth
    FT: Leicester 2-1 West Ham
    Leeds 1-4 Tottenham
    Lucas Moura has rubbed salt into the wound for Leeds fans.
    Sam Allardyce’s side are going down to the Championship.
    As the full time whistle goes, their fate is sealed.
    FT: Crystal Palace 1-1 Nottingham Forest
    Brentford 1-0 Man City
    Ethan Pinnock sends the Brentford fans into raptures.
    A late goal here could cement a victory over the Premier League champions.
    Although it seems unlikely they will seal a place in Europe, it has been a great season for Thomas Frank’s side.
    Leicester 2-1 West Ham
    Despite Everton still leading, it has become an edgy atmosphere at the King Power Stadium.
    With just over ten minutes remaining, this game is back in the balance.
    Everyone is more concerned with events at Goodison Park at the moment.
    Goal – Pablo Fornals (West Ham)
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    Premier League final day LIVE SCORES: Leeds, Leicester and Everton in relegation scrap as United trail and Foxes lead

    JUST like that, the final day of the Premier League season is here – but there is still a lot to be decided.Manchester City broke Arsenal hearts as their incredible 14-game winning run led them to the title.
    All eyes are on Everton, Leicester and Leeds RIGHT NOW as they battle it out to continue their adventure in the English top flight.

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    Leicester 1-0 West Ham
    It has all changed in the Premier League survival race.
    Harvey Barnes cuts in from the left and sidefoots a right footed shot passed the West Ham keeper.
    The King Power Stadium erupts, currently, they are now out of the bottom three.
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    Goal – Harvey Barnes (Leicester)
    Arsenal 3-0 Wolves
    Bukayo Saka has made it 3-0 at The Emirates.
    Mikel Arteta’s side look set to sign off in style on what has been a successful Premier League campaign for The Gunners.
    Wolves are in danger of being on the end of a hiding here today.
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    Southampton 2-2 Liverpool
    The visitors defensive woes are underpinned here as bottom of the table Southampton have drawn level.
    Kamaldeen Sulemana gets his first Saints goal to draw things level at St Mary’s.
    Great comeback by Southampton.
    Chelsea 1-1 Newcastle
    Chelsea have managed to get an equaliser but it is not one of Frank Lampard’s players who have got it.
    Kieran Trippier is the person who has scored with an unfortunate own goal to bring Chelsea level.
    All square at Stamford Bridge.
    Aston Villa 2-0 Brighton
    Brighton look to come forward and as Villa turn the ball over, they break quickly with Jacob Ramsey over the halfway line.
    He keeps going towards goal and as the keeper comes out he squares the ball.
    Ollie Watkins is there to knock the ball into an empty net to put them one step closer to securing their European adventures next season.
    Man Utd 0-1 Fulham
    Red Devils’ fans have turned up in their droves hoping to see a good end to a season where they have secured a top four spot.
    Fulham do not seem to have read the script though as Kenny Tete gives the visitors the lead.
    Mountain to climb for Erik ten Hag’s side.
    Southampton 1-2 Liverpool
    James Ward-Prowse has brought the home side back into the game.
    In what could be his last game as a Southampton player, he has given the home fans something to cheer.
    The Saints are looking to finish a disappointing season on a high note.
    Arsenal 2-0 Wolves
    This could be Granit Xhaka’s last game for The Gunners today.
    What a way to sign off as he has scored the opening two goals of the game.
    The home fans will be disappointed that they are starting the day eight points behind Man City but the scoreline here should be cheering up the fans who have made it to their last game of the season.
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    Southampton 0-2 Liverpool
    Diogo Jota gives the visitors the lead, something of the home side’s own doing.
    As they look to roll it from the back, Liverpool win the ball with their high press before Jota slots home.
    Things go from bad to worse for Southampton as moments later, Roberto Firmino scores on his last Liverpool appearance putting the ball through the keeper’s legs to make it 0-2.
    Chelsea 0-1 Newcastle
    After having an early chance to take the lead, the visitors do not have to wait long for another opportunity.
    As Newcastle manage to work the ball to Gordon who shoots, Kepa manages to get a touch to it but cannot keep the ball out.
    This could be a depressing end to the Frank Lampard era in West London.
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    Goal – Anthony Gordon (Newcastle)
    Aston Villa 1-0 Brighton
    Jacob Ramsey does well down the left and gets to the byline before cutting the ball back to the penalty spot.
    Douglas Luiz meets it to strike a right footed shot passed the Brighton keeper.
    Fully deserved, this has been one-way traffic in the early stages.
    Goal – Douglas Luiz (Aston Villa)
    Aston Villa 0-0 Brighton
    An early chance for the home side as Leon Bailey creates a chance but as he shoots his shot takes a slight deflection on the way through.
    The ball rebounds back off the crossbar and the second chance is fired over.
    Early chance for Unai Emery’s side.
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    Leeds 0-1 Tottenham
    It could not be a worse start for Sam Allardyce’s men.
    Despite playing five at the back, their defending was woeful.
    Great finish by the England striker who side-footed the ball home.
    Goal – Harry Kane (Tottenham)
    Last day showdown edging closer
    While many of the big decisions have already been made in the league, the battle of the bottom is huge.
    Managing nerves will be key for Everton, who have it all to do to secure their safety.
    Elsewhere, Unai Emery will be hoping to ensure that his Villa side can look forward to some European competition next season.
    Goodison Park relegation focal point
    Despite Leeds and Leicester knowing what they need to do personally to try and ensure their survival in the Premier League, it is all irrelevant if Everton do their job.
    The Toffees need to beat Bournemouth and they are safe.
    Sean Dyche’s side know their destiny is in their own hands to ensure that Everton remain a Premier League club.
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    Vardy hoping for another party
    Despite starting on the bench today, Jamie Vardy will be hoping he has a big part to play in Leicester’s hope of Premier League survival.
    If his side are in need of goals, hoping other results will be going their way, the experience of the striker could be key.
    In all these relegation battles today, the quality they have to come off the bench, could be key.
    Big Sam on relegation
    He said: ‘In terms of saving football clubs, keeping Leeds up would be the best of the lot.
    ‘I’ve saved other football clubs in dire and desperate situations.
    ‘But that’s always been with a lot more games and a lot more opportunities than this to put into place what you need to save them.
    ‘Let’s hope we’re smiling on Sunday and hungover on Monday.
    ‘As I say to every player, pressure is a privilege at this level and one you have to master.
    ‘You’re lucky to have this privilege of pressure playing in the Premier League – so enhance it and deliver.’
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    Carlisle United 1 Stockport County 1 (5-4 pens) – League Two play-off final LIVE RESULT: Blues promoted after epic pens

    CARLISLE UNITED have been promoted to League One after a dramatic penalty shootout at Wembley.Stockport’s Isaac Oloafe’s deflected cross looped over Tomas Holy into the Carlisle net to put the Hatters in front.
    And United put things level terms right at the death courtesy of Omari Patrick.
    The tie could only be decided by a penalty shootout which saw Ryan Rydel’s penalty saved which granted promotion to Carlisle.

    LIVE RESULT: Carlisle United 1-1 Stockport (5-4 pens)
    Carlisle XI: Holy, Whelan, Huntington, Mellish; Senior, Moxon, Guy, McCalmont, Armer; Gordon, Ganer
    Stockport XI: Hinchliffe, Wright, Horsfall, Hussey, Knoyle, Camps, Croasdale, Sarcevic, Rydel, Olafe, Madden

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    Big attendance
    The final attendance for the fixture was 34,004.
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    Fans in heaven!
    Carlisle fans will be partying long into the night after witnessing their side gain promotion to League One.
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    What is left in the EFL?
    After Luton Town’s promotion to the Premier League, Notts County’s jump to League Two and Carlisle’s success today there is still the matter of the League One play off final.
    Barnsley will take on Sheffield Wednesday at Wembley Stadium tomorrow for a spot in the Championship nest season.
    The trophy lift!
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    Time for the bubbly
    Carlisle captain Paul Huntington has lifted the trophy after his side won the League Two play-off final.
    The moment Carlisle won promotion
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    Loss a “massive blow”
    Former Stockport defender Liam Hogan has spoken after his old club suffered a penalty heartbreak at Wembley.
    He told the BBC: “It’s a massive blow. If you got back to open play, the Akil Wright moment, we could have sealed the win in normal time.
    “When the dust settles there will be a realisation of what they’ve achieved this season. Playing an event like the League Two final is a massive achievement in itself.
    “Within the club there’s a big foundation and this could be a stepping stone to keep progressing.
    “There’s a squad there that they can build but it will be a strong league next season with the likes of Wrexham and Notts County coming up.
    “To be so close, going back into the dressing room having lost will be a massive disappointment.”
    Charters hails promotion
    Carlisle star Taylor Charters has admitted that achieving promotion “means the world”.
    He told Sky Sports: “I can’t put it into words. It means the world.
    “I tried to block everything out.
    “I remember coming to watch the team as a kid and we have had years of disappointment so it’s great to have some joy.”
    Holy on the heroes
    Fresh off his penalty save, Tomas Holy has hailed his team-mates for their effort during the final.
    Holy told Sky Sports: “I am not the hero, these guys are the heroes.
    “They ran around for 120 minutes, I just did my little part, but these guys are the heroes.”
    Joy for Carlisle

    Cruel football
    Commiserations for Rydel and Stockport, but it was a great save from Holy to give Carlisle the advantage in the shootout.
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    CARLISLE PROMOTED
    Taylor Charters’ winning penalty will go down in history for Carlisle as it has sent them up to League One.
    While Ryan Rydel’s effort that was saved by Tomas Holy proved to be costly for Stockport, who will remain in League Two.
    Shootout – Carlisle 5-4 Stockport
    Charters slots it in and wins promotion for Carlisle!!!!
    Shootout – Carlisle 4-4 Stockport
    Collar nets the vital penalty for County.
    Shootout – Carlisle 4-3 Stockport
    Carlisle’s Moxon steps up and sends the keeper the wrong way, one more goal is needed to send them to League One.
    Shootout – Carlisle 3-3 Stockport
    Stockport’s Stretton hammers it into the top corner.
    Shootout – Carlisle 3-2 Stockport
    Edmondson to take for Carlisle.. and he slots it in.
    Shootout – Carlisle 2-2 Stockport
    Hippolyte to level it back up and he… scores!
    Shootout – Carlisle 2-1 Stockport
    Mellish steps up for Carlisle and rams it home!
    Shootout – Carlisle 1-1 Stockport
    Rydel up for County and it is SAVED!
    Shootout – Carlisle 1-1 Stockport
    Dennis is first up for United and buries it.
    Stockport first up
    Evans starts the shootout and…scores.
    Stockport first up
    Evans starts the shootout and…scores.
    Coin toss
    The penalties will be taken toward the Stockport fans.
    ET FT Carlisle 1-1 Stockport
    And that is it one last peep from the whistle, penalties it is…
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    Man Utd 0 Fulham 1 LIVE SCORE: De Gea SAVES Mitrovic penalty after Tete gives Cottagers lead – stream, TV

    KENNY TETE has given Fulham the lead at Old Trafford with a power header from a corner at the near post.But moments later, Aleksandar Mitrovic saw his penalty SAVED by David de Gea.
    Erik ten Hag is fielding a strong team ahead of the FA Cup final and United’s players will be expected to put their best foot forward for selection at Wembley.

    Kick-off time: 4.30pm
    TV channel: The game is not being broadcast on TV in the UK.
    Live stream: The game is not being streamed in the UK.
    Man Utd team: 1 De Gea, 20 Dalot, 2 Lindelof, 5 Maguire, 12 Malacia, 18 Casemiro, 17 Fred, 8 Bruno Fernandes, 25 Sancho, 49 Garnacho, 10 Rashford.
    Fulham team: 17 Leno, 2 Tete, 4 Adarbioyo, 31 Diop, 33 Robinson, 28 Lukic, 26 Palhinha, 8 Wilson, 10 Cairney, 20 Willian, 9 Mitrovic.

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    29. Man Utd 0-1 Fulham
    Man Utd come agonisingly close once again as Malacia plays the ball to Garnacho on the left.
    The 18-year-old takes a touch before striking, but his effort rattles the crossbar!
    28. Man Utd 0-1 Fulham
    Chance for United now as Rashford unleashes another strike on the edge of the box, but his effort runs wide.
    26. Man Utd 0-1 Fulham
    PENALTY SAVED!
    De Gea dives the right way to stop Mitrovic’s strike!
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    25. Man Utd 0-1 Fulham
    PENALTY TO FULHAM!
    Casemiro wipes out Mitrovic on the edge of the box!
    20. Man Utd 0-1 Fulham
    Willian steps up to take the corner and sends an excellent cross to Tete on the edge of the six-yard box.
    The full-back directs his header past De Gea and straight into the top-right corner!
    Credit: AFP
    19. GOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLLLL FULHAM!!!!!
    Tete breaks the deadlock!

    18. Man Utd 0-0 Fulham
    Wilson attempts to play Willian through with a clever pass, but the ball is sent behind for a corner.
    16. Man Utd 0-0 Fulham
    Chance for Man Utd as Fernandes lines up a free kick on the left.
    He sends a cross into the box, but it is headed clear by the Fulham defence.
    14. Man Utd 0-0 Fulham
    Fulham attempt to break forward as a long ball is sent over to Mitrovic, but the striker can’t get there in time and De Gea claims possession with ease.
    11. Man Utd 0-0 Fulham
    Huge chance for the Red Devils as Rashford unleashes a rocket of a strike from 35 yards out.
    His effort looks to be flying towards the top-right corner, but Leno makes an excellent save to keep the score level!
    6. Man Utd 0-0 Fulham
    Casemiro is caught out with the ball in a dangerous area as Lukic wins possession for Fulham.
    The midfielder then forces Fred into a foul 30 yards out from goal.
    The Cottagers have a free kick in a threatening position and the ball is sent in to Mitrovic, who heads it over.
    3. Man Utd 0-0 Fulham
    Huge chance for the Red Devils as the ball is crossed to Dalot at the far post on the right.
    The full-back attempts to shoot from a tight angle and forces Leno into a tricky save from close range.
    A positive start from Erik ten Hag’s side.
    Kick Off
    We’re underway at Old Trafford for the final game of the Premier League season!
    The stage is set
    Both teams take to the Old Trafford pitch for the final time this season.
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    How Fulham line up
    Here’s a reminder of how Fulham line up this afternoon…

    How Man Utd line up
    Here’s a reminder of how Erik ten Hag’s side line up this afternoon…

    Last time out at Old Trafford…
    Man Utd claimed a 3-1 win over Fulham in the FA Cup two months ago.
    Aleksandar Mitrovic opened the scoring in the second half, but Fulham’s joy was short-lived after Willian was sent off after denying a goalscoring opportunity with a handball.
    Mitrovic then saw red when he shoved the referee which resulted in another dismissal… and a lengthy ban.
    Goals from Bruno Fernandes and Marcel Sabitzer then sealed the victory for the Red Devils.
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    Fulham bench
    Rodak, Cedric, Reed, Harris, Kebano, De Cordova-Reed, Solomon, James, Vinicius.
    Fulham starting line-up
    Here is how the Cottagers line up at Old Trafford.
    17 Leno, 2 Tete, 4 Adarbioyo, 31 Diop, 33 Robinson, 28 Lukic, 26 Palhinha, 8 Wilson, 10 Cairney, 20 Willian, 9 Mitrovic.
    United bench
    Butland, Varane, Shaw, Wan-Bissaka, Eriksen, McTominay, Pellistri, Martial, Weghorst.
    Manchester United starting line-up
    Here is the United team for their final Premier League game of the season.
    1 De Gea, 20 Dalot, 2 Lindelof, 5 Maguire, 12 Malacia, 18 Casemiro, 17 Fred, 8 Bruno Fernandes, 25 Sancho, 49 Garnacho, 10 Rashford.
    Erik has one eye on Wembley
    Erik ten Hag has told his players they can win the FA Cup final, then improve.
    He said: “We want to win the Cup and have to look to ourselves but in many aspects we can improve with this group of players.
    “I know where we have to improve and there is a lot of room for it, yes.
    “One year ago I said we wanted to win trophies and we have one, so we want to go for the highest.
    “It is a long way and is going to be a project, not over one year, we’re talking two or three.
    “There are not so many in our squad who have won the FA Cup and that is huge.
    “The FA Cup is global, with a huge reputation.
    “I know from the Netherlands how big it is and we have an opportunity to win it.”
    Make mine a Treble
    United fans have been bragging that they are the only English club to ever win the Treble.
    In fact they even have replica trophies on display outside Old Trafford.
    Those bragging rights might not last for long, if they don’t win the FA Cup final against Manchester City, who are odds on for the historic feat.
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    Don’t do anything Sil-ly
    Marco Silva will be hoping to stay in the dugout today after being given his marching orders in the FA Cup tie back in February.
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    Be the main man Rash
    Erik ten Hag challenged striker Marcus Rashford to become the Erling Haaland of Old Trafford, writes PHIL THOMAS.
    Rash’s late strike in Thursday’s 4-1 drubbing of Chelsea took him to 30 goals for the season – the first Manchester United player to reach that tally since Robin van Persie a decade ago.
    Rashford’s tally has played a bigger role than any other in making Ten Hag’s first season in charge an unqualified success.
    Yet, although it could end with United adding the FA Cup to a top-four finish and the Carabao Cup they won in February, their perfectionist gaffer has raised the bar even higher.
    And that means handing Rashford a target on a par with Haaland, the Nordic goal machine who has bagged over a half-century across town with rivals City.
    Matching his tally of 52 might be asking a bit too much.
    But manager Ten Hag thinks just three goals in Rashford’s last 11 games means he could get closer next time.
    He said: “With Marcus there’s a lot of room for improvement in his game and I’m convinced he can score even more.
    “When you take, for instance, the last ten games he didn’t score many goals. I think only two or three, so, yes, he can improve.
    “I am happy from what he did last season to now, that he has brought himself back and we supported him where we could, with the way we play and also in his mental mindset. So we are happy with that but we must push him more. I think he’s capable of 40 goals in a season, so for him that’s the next step.”
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