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TAIWO AWONIYI was carried off on a stretcher after a serious collision with Exeter City keeper Joe Whitworth.Whitworth came out to claim a high ball and accidentally hit Awoniyi – the striker appeared to headbutt the keeper, leaving him on the floor.Awoniyi, who had scored Nottingham Forest’s second, received treatment from club doctors and paramedics.He appeared to have been put into the recovery position but it is not clear if he lost consciousness – the striker was then carried off on a stretcher after around TEN minutes. There was good news soon after, with reports that Awoniyi was able to walk back to the changing rooms from the medical centre – he is said to have ‘looked a bit groggy’ but was walking unaided.Exeter City came close to a giant killing in a thrilling encounter but eventually fell to a penalty shootout defeat to Nuno’s side.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Caldwell ‘proud’ after losing ‘lottery’Exeter chief Gary Caldwell says their FA Cup shootout agony showed what a “special football club” he has – as “the only supporter-owned club in England.Caldwell told ITV: “I am really proud of the team and the whole football club really. “We just came up short on penalties, which is a lottery. I am really proud of the players.”I thought we were outstanding. With 10 men it was backs against the wall. We could have won or lost it near the end. It is a fantastic effort from the players.”I think it shows the potential and what they are capable of and they can raise their game.” We have to show that commitment to each other and if we do that, I am sure we have got a lot to look forward to.”]Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedNuno just ‘happy’ to go throughForest boss Nuno Espirito Santo admitted his relief at going through.He told ITV: “We started in a bad way but the response was good. “We had another setback after half-time and it became so hard. Credit to Exeter. I am happy in the end that we are going through.”And asked what his Prem high-flies could have done better, he added So many things. It was hard to play. It was a hard game.”Nuno Espirito Santo congratulates keeper Matz SelsCredit: PA–Copy linkCopiedWe ‘live’ for these Mag-estic nightsExeter skipper Josh Magennis says clubs “live for” such FA Cup occasions – after Forest finally killed them off.Magennis told ITV: “Going down to 10 men killed the momentum a little bit. I was entrusted to be captain of the team so I thought it was my responsibility to step forward and take the first penalty.”They’re not in their position in the Premier League for no reason. It’s back to bread and butter and we’ve not been in a rich vein of form. “But we can take positives from this. We can take confidence.”Everyone left the stadium knowing that was an entertaining match. These type of nights you want to live for.”Copy linkCopiedSels admits Forest made it ‘difficult’Forest keeper Matz Sels is dreaming of incredible seasons in both the Prem and FA cup.After edging out Exeter, Sels told ITV: : “We knew before the game it would be difficult. “We didn’t start the game well so I think after we came back well, we finished the game. It was just about ourselves and we made it difficult.”It is a positive to go to the next round.”Step by step. We have some important games in the league and then full focus on the cup. We try to continue as long as possible and we will see how far we can go.”Copy linkCopiedFull fifth-round drawPreston North End v BurnleyAston Villa v Cardiff CityCrystal Palace v MillwallManchester United v FulhamNewcastle United v BrightonBournemouth v WolvesManchester City v Plymouth ArgyleNottingham Forest v Ipswich TownMatches to be played on the weekend of March 1-2Copy linkCopiedIpswich next for ForestSo after three hours of action, Forest edged through to a last-16 tie with fellow Prem side Ipswich.But Nuno Espírito Santo’s men mostly celebrated their penalty triumph in low-key fashionMorgan Gibbs-White, centre, leads Forest in a mixture of joy and reliefCredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedFULL TIME: EXETER 2-2 NOTTINGHAM FOREST (2-4 on penalties)Neco Williams smashes into the top corner and breaks Exeter hearts.A phenomenal effort from the League One side, but Forest clinical from the spot when it mattered.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 2-3 Nottingham ForestTony Yogane has to score…great penalty. SCORES. Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 1-3 Nottingham ForestAnderson steps up for Forest…SCORES.Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 1-2 Nottingham ForestAngus MacDonald steps up for the Grecians…MISSES.It’s a cruel game. He smacked the crossbar. Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 1-2 Nottingham ForestGibbs-White for the visitors…SCORES. Advantage to the Prem side. Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 1-1 Nottingham ForestReece Cole for Exeter…SAVED by Selz.A really strong hand, tipping it round the post. Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 1-1 Nottingham ForestChris Wood up for Forest..SCORES!Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter 1-0 Nottingham ForestMagennis SCORES. Was it ever in doubt? He’s been terrific. Copy linkCopiedPenalties – Exeter vs Nottingham ForestThe penalties will be taken infront of the Exeter home terrace. Magennis has the ball, he’ll be taking the first for the home side…Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME: EXETER 2-2 NOTTINGHAM FORESTWhatever happens now, what a stunning effort from Exeter City.They take Nottingham Forest to penalties, playing almost 45 minutes with ten-men. Spot-kicks are on the way, don’t go anywhere.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest30′ – That might have been the chance. Dominguez with another first-time strike in the box – and the ball flies just wide of the left post. Exeter defend a corner moments later, the whistle imminent…Copy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest29′ – Tony Yogane hits the deck with cramp.He came on as a sub! Spot-kicks beckon – unless someone can conjure some magic from nowhere. Copy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest26′ – All the game being played in Exeter’s box now. Domingues with the strike after pinball from a corner – it flies just over the bar. Jay Bird hits the deck as Exeter try and reach that magic 120 minute mark. Copy linkCopiedFrom Justin Allen at St James ParkThis has been an extraordinary cup tie. I cannot understand where Exeter are getting all this energy from. They are down to 10 men but are hanging in there.Chris Wood should have buried that header but you have to give keeper Joe Whitworth a lot of credit for getting down low to deny him.Copy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest22′ – After those forays forward in the first half of ET, Exeter now getting deeper and deeper.They win a freekick for a foul on Jones by Sosa, milking the minutes.These next eight minutes will seem like an eternity for the home support. Copy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest19′ – Clear instructions from Nuno to stop the pot-shots from 25 yards.And twice Forest are in behind Exeter, only for last ditch blocks to stop the cross. Do that for the remaining few minutes and Forest should carve out a decent chance against this tiring defence.Moments later, Whitworth with a brilliant reaction save to deny Chris Wood from point-blank range. Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest16′ – Fantastic noise in the ground, powered by that huge, throwback terrace behind the goal. Ten-man Exeter have been fantastic.They have 15 minutes to survive and earn a deserved shot at welcoming Ipswich Town in round five. Copy linkCopiedET half-time: Exeter 2-2 Nottingham ForestTireless work from the Grecians. They scrap their way to 105 minutes and are still in this one. You feel like there’s going to be one big chance, just like the Jota strike seconds from the end of normal time. Who fancies being the hero?Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedExtra time – Exeter 2-2 Nottingham Forest12′ – A shake of the head from Nuno Santo as Elliot Anderson takes aim from 25 yards.He nearly clears the terrace behind the goal, to the delight of the capacity crowd at St James’. Forest not making their extra man count as it stands. Copy linkCopied More

THE draw for the FA Cup fifth round has concluded on the One Show.Manchester United will host Premier League rivals Fulham at Old Trafford.Manchester City welcome fourth round giant killers Plymouth Argyle to the Etihad.Newcastle take on Brighton in a blockbuster all-Prem clash at St James’ Park.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Shock ‘n draw as psychic supporter predicted pairingsOne supporter’s uncanny prediction of the FA Cup fifth-round pairings has made him a sudden social media hit.The supporter, whose profile describes him as a deputy bar manager in London, made his mystic X posting at 7.25pm last night.That’s almost 24 hours to the minute BEFORE this evening’s draw.He wrote: “Two questions for the FA Cup 5th round draw tomorrow.  Which Prem team do United get drawn against? Do City get Plymouth home or away?”Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim was in charge of Sporting Lisbon when facing Pep Guardiola in November and they could yet meet in the FA Cup this seasonFast forward, and United were duly paired against Fulham at Old Trafford – and Argyle learnt they WILL face Man City, at the Etihad.One fan responded to that mystic Manchester prediction by posting: after the draw: “You should have put a bet on that!”Another added: Fulham and Home. Did you fix the draw ?And a third message marvelling at the accurate assessment read: “Hang on…… now do the lottery numbers.”However, the fan with the predicting talent returned to the debate with a shocking confession.He wrote: “Ironically, when I put a bet on something, it’s practically guaranteed to not happen!”Copy linkCopiedRaising a Cup of Clarets and whine Burnley’s amazing Turf Moor jinx in cup draws continued.The promotion-chasing Clarets were paired away – at North-West Championship rivals Preston for a tie dripping with nostalgiaAnd one fan pointed out on X: “Burnley’s last NINE cup games have all been away from Turf Moor. Imagine the odds of that!”Copy linkCopiedGlasner says Palace MUST beat MillwallOliver Glasner has bigged up Crystal Palace’s chances of winning the FA Cup.And he whipped up the pressure on his Eagles by claiming victory was the only option in their fifth-round derby at home at home Millwall.Palace won 2-0 at Doncaster tonight, reasonably comfortably, and with Chelsea loanee Ben Chilwell coming on for his debut. Glasner said of the draw for the next round: “I am told it will be a big derby. But it is good playing at home and it will be a great game for our fans.“They will be very aggressive but playing at home to a Championship side means we have to win. I want to go to Wembley.””As long as you are in the competition you can win it. We will go for it. I don’t know if it will work but we will go for it, definitely.”Copy linkCopied’4 big clubs get home ties…. Nothing to see here’One fan has summed up the mood of suspicion around some sections of social medial after the FA Cup draw.Plenty of supporters have fun, claiming draws are rigged. And tonight was no exception.But some observers clearly believe their conspiracy theories.There’s been a stream of them all night. And one fan in particular appeared to speak for many.He noted that Man City and United, plus Newcastle and Aston Villa, have all avoided away trips. In fact, Prem high-fliers Bournemouth are also at home against struggling Wolves, while Crystal palace host Millwall.And if Nottingham Forest win at Exeter on Tuesday night, they will host Ipswich.The fan posted: “4 biggest clubs get home ties. Nothing to see here.”Another supporter responded: “This is no longer a draw… City getting easy ties always.”Preston North End vs BurnleyAston Villa vs Cardiff CityCrystal Palace vs MillwallManchester United vs FulhamNewcastle vs Brighton and Hove AlbionBournemouth vs Wolverhampton WanderersManchester City vs PlymouthExeter City/Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich TownCopy linkCopiedPalace through – as Euro giants eye starletEXCLUSIVE: Crystal Palace starlet Jesse Derry is being chased by FOUR European giants, writes PHIL CADDEN.Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus and Atletico Madrid have all registered their interest in the Eagles winger, 17, who recently turned down a professional Selhurst Park deal.Derry, an England Under-19 international, is the son of Palace cult hero Shaun and SunSport understands there are concerns over a lack of pathway at the club.The youngster was Palace’s U18s Player of the Year last season after scoring 16 goals in 22 appearances.He also scored for the U21s against RB Leipzig last month.But Derry has not signed the pro deal which has put Euro clubs – who have sent scouts to watch the teen star – on red alert.And that will be a major blow for Palace, who regard academy prospect Derry as a star student.The south Londoners will be due compensation from whoever secures his signature once his academy deal expires in the summer.Copy linkCopiedLowdown on what’s coming upCrystal Palace’s win at Doncaster tonight means there’s just one fourth-round tie remaining. Exeter are hunting a giantkilling at home to Nottingham Forest tomorrow night – with Ipswich to visit the winners.After that of course we’ll know the complete fifth-round draw.Fifth-round draw:Preston North End vs BurnleyAston Villa vs Cardiff CityCrystal Palace vs MillwallManchester United vs FulhamNewcastle vs Brighton and Hove AlbionBournemouth vs Wolverhampton WanderersManchester City vs PlymouthExeter City/Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich TownCopy linkCopiedSeeing SterrsDoncaster right-back Jamie Sterry played through against Crystal Palace with a HORROR head injury.The ex-Newcastle right-back eventually went off near the end of tonight’s 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Crystal Palace with a golf-ball-sized lump on his forehead. Credit: BBCSterry, 29, did not seem worried about the issue as he walked off apparently in good spirits.He was replaced by Tom Nixon as he received treatment on the swelling.Copy linkCopiedChil wins after stormy spell at BluesBen Chilwell played all of the second half as the full-back came on for his Crystal Palace debut on loan from Chelsea.The 21-cap Englishman, 28, had only placed once before this season – for his parent club in the Carabao Cup.Ben Chilwell was introduced for the second periodBut he looked assured in Palace’s 2-0 FA Cup fourth-round win at Doncaster.Indeed, Chilwell looked delighted and relieved just to be playing again.Chilwell looked to have enjoyed his actionAnd he was all smiles at the end with Palace’s second scorer Justin Devenny.Now Chilwell could be in line for a tasty derby role in the next round – as Palace will host Millwall.Chilwell and Justin Devenny celebrate victoryCopy linkCopiedFan’s amazing Mystic Manc draw predictionOne supporter’s uncanny prediction of the FA Cup fifth-round pairings has made him a sudden social media hit.The supporter, whose profile describes him as a deputy bar manager in London, made his mystic X posting at 7.25pm last night.That’s almost 24 hours to the minute BEFORE this evening’s draw.He wrote: “Two questions for the FA Cup 5th round draw tomorrow.  Which Prem team do United get drawn against? Do City get Plymouth home or away?”Fast forward, and United were duly paired against Fulham at Old Trafford – and Argyle learnt they WILL face Man City, at the Etihad.One fan responded to that mystic Manchester prediction by posting: after the draw: “You should have put a bet on that!”Another added: Fulham and Home. Did you fix the draw ?And a third message marvelling at the accurate assessment read: “Hang on…… now do the lottery numbers.”However, the fan with the predicting talent returned to the debate with a shocking confession.He wrote: “Ironically, when I put a bet on something, it’s practically guaranteed to not happen!”Copy linkCopiedResult: Doncaster 0-2 Crystal PalaceThe Eagles had the edge in finishing and class – but it was a battle.Daniel Munoz’s rebound finish on 31 minutes and Justin Devenny’s lob 10 minutes after the break booked a home last-16 derby against Millwall. Palace had 60% of the possession and 15 of the 25 goal attempts.Copy linkCopiedEagles clawing their way to South London derbyCrystal Palace are having to show more graft than craft as they battle to hold onto their 2-0 lead at Doncaster.But with eight minutes left, Rovers’ bustling late pressure isn’t creating many clear opportunities… so far.The winners will visit the Eagles South London neighbours Millwall.Latest: Doncaster 0-2 Palace Copy linkCopiedRecap of ‘worst’ or ‘most fixed draw’ ever!The FA Cup fifth-round draw hit a new low as the “worst” or “most fixed” one ever… according to some fans.It’s also chance for Plymouth to complete a majestic double of beating the Prem leaders, Liverpool, then the reigning top-flight champs, Man City.There are also three all-Prem clashes.Whatever your view, here’s how the pairings came out earlier tonight:Preston North End vs BurnleyAston Villa vs Cardiff CityDoncaster/Crystal Palace vs MillwallManchester United vs FulhamNewcastle vs Brighton and Hove AlbionBournemouth vs Wolverhampton WanderersManchester City vs PlymouthExeter City/Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich TownCopy linkCopiedGOAL! Doncaster 0-2 Crystal PalaceJustin Devenny ruined Rovers’ best spell of the match by punishing some dozy defending.The Northern Ireland midfielder, 21, latched onto a long ball angled through the middle by Will Hughes to lob the Eagles 2-0 up on 55 minutes.Copy linkCopiedAncelotti gives Pep the ultimate tributeMan City are surely happy with this evening’s draw at home to Plymouth – even if Argyle have already KO’d Brentford and Man City.And ahead of tomorrow’ s Champions League play-off at home to Real Madrid, the visitors’ boss has given opposite number Pep Guardiola an incredible tribute.Ancelotti said: “They are one of the best teams in Europe, they have the best manager out there so I think it is the most difficult game we could have faced, regardless of City’s form. “Guardiola has always tried to play well, brought a great deal to football in terms of attacking play and bringing the ball out from the back. “He has been an innovator and continues to be and I continue to believe in him.“It’s a nightmare preparing for games against him because he always has ideas that make you think.”Copy linkCopiedYet Moor Turf luck for the ClaretsPoor Burnley can have a home groan after an extraordinary stat emerged from tonight’s draw.The promotion chasers were paired away from Turf Moor – at Championship rivals Preston in a nostalgic meeting between two clubs steeped in FA Cup history.But one fan pointed out on X: “Burnley’s last NINE cup games have all been away from Turf Moor. Imagine the odds of that!”Copy linkCopiedBack under way – Doncaster 0-1 Crystal PalaceRovers are trying to create some early momentum in the second half.Copy linkCopiedHT: Doncaster 0-1 Crystal PalaceRovers are a little unlucky to trail to Munoz’s 31st-minute opener.Rovers’ 13-goal top scorer Luke Molyneux has troubled Palace. although the Prem visitors have mainly dominated possession.Doncaster have hit the post as well as working so hard all around the pitch.Munoz pounced following a deflected free-kickCopy linkCopiedRubbing Salf in the woundsOne fan had his own sarcastic interpretation of “FA Cup magic”.He contrasted the draws so far this season of the two Manchester giants.He pointed out United have been paired with three Prem clubs.In contrast City have yet to face a top-flight opponent this season.But Pep Guardiola’s men working their way up through the divisions – – with League Two Salford first, L1 Leyton Orient next and, to come, Championship side Plymouth.Intriguingly the fan chose to illustrate his point with a snap of ex-United boss Jose Mourinho looking smug.Mourinho did win the FA Cup once – but with Chelsea in 2006-07.Copy linkCopiedPalace take leadDaniel Munoz scrambled Crystal Palace in front at Doncaster Rovers in the fourth round on 31 minutes.He gobbled up his third goal of the season with a rebound from a clever free-kick.Copy linkCopiedPlymouth to ‘have fun’ chasing ‘greatest double ever’Fans reckon Plymouth will “have fun” trying to complete the “greatest 2 games in FA Cup history”.The Championship’s bottom side topped beating Brentford in round three by sinking Prem leaders Liverpool yesterday.Now Argyle hope to make it a treble of top-flight victims by winning at reigning Prem champs Man City.One supporter responded to the draw by posting: “Good luck! This’ll be fun!”Another wrote: “If you knock out Liverpool and City, it would be the greatest 2 games in FA cup history for any club!”And a third said: “Playing a hat-trick of prem side,s best FA Cup run of games ever…”Meanwhile, with many fans peeved to see Prem giants like Liverpool playing weakened sides, one observer urged Plymouth: “Do football a favour guys.”Copy linkCopiedTonight’s action as Rovers host PalaceWill there be another shock tonight?Doncaster Rovers are hoping to ruin Crystal Palace’s hopes of a fifth round South London derby at home to MillwallGeorge Broadbent take on Palace midfielder Justin DevennyCredit: PAThe League Two promotion chasers have just fended off THREE long throws in a row from Chris Richards.But veteran striker Billy Sharp then spearheaded a useful attack for Rovers.We’ll have updates on major incidents from the Eco-Power Stadium.Ethan Ennis and Billy Sharp take on Palace’s Daniel MunozCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHow about this for a heavyweight complaintHere’s another draw viewer getting ‘a touch’ angry’ with how it turned out.And so far it’s the best conspiracy theory – or at least ‘conspiracy question’ – of the lot … if there is such a thing as conspiracy question.He wrote: “Another rigged draw, why do those drawing the away sides against big clubs not pick the 1st ball up they touch?? “They swap it for a heavier one. Burnley v PNE means one out from the Championship. City miraculously get Plymouth at home. And we get United away again (shock).”So for him the draw was not worth the… weight.Copy linkCopiedFifth round is not the Special One…You can’t blame BBC’s The One show for the fifth-round draw.But guest Theo Walcott, a three-time FA Cup winner with Arsenal, and Alex Scott, who did the trick seven times with the Gunners in the Women’s FA Cup Cup, were the ones who picked the balls out.Alex Scott helped make the drawAnd so far they are the only ones fans have not rounded on afterwards amid conspiracy theories!As the “rigged” rants piled up, one fan added: “Man City always gets easy draws.”And one Fulham just fan “knew” his side would get an all-Prem clash at Man Uutd.He wrote: “At this point I’m starting to think that the FA Cup draw is rigged. Knew we were going to get these lot and that Plymouth would get City.Here’s how The One Show warmed up for the drawCopy linkCopiedIt’s rig-diculous! Fans launch draw onslaughtOnly one thing is more traditional in the FA Cup than shock results.And that’s fans suggesting the draw is “rigged”.This time that verdict was as emphatic as ever following the eight pairings for the fifth-round.Man City manager Pep Guardiola’s expression might be a little bit like this if he read fans’ reaction to the drawCredit: ReutersOne fan wrote: “Absolute fix these FA Cup Draws. (Man) City get a nice easy draw at home.”A second wrote: “City getting Plymouth? oh the FA Cup is RIGGED.”A third commented: “Fix For City.” A fourth said: “City at home to Plymouth is the most rigged draw.”A fifth claimed: “Of course City have Plymouth…rigged.”And another added: “CITY VS PLYMOUTH THIS DRAW IS RIGGED.”Copy linkCopied’Worst draw ever’ – surely not!One cheeky reaction post to the FA Cup draw stirred up plenty of banter.Paddy Power reckoned: “It’s official. That’s the worst FA Cup draw in history.”One fan quickly agreed, calling it “Horrendous” and a third claimed: “Not a single good match wtf”.But a fourth pointed out: “South London derby” – a reference to Crystal Palace facing Millwall.Meanwhile, one observer – who was just possibly from the West Country – had a solution to why not all supporters might be excited by the pairings.He wrote: “Because Argyle knocking all the good sides out . Sorry lads.”And how about this for a prediction from another supporter that was somehow both boring yet also a little bit intriguing.He wrote: “Eight home wins.”Copy linkCopied More

THE FA Cup fourth round has got off to a thrilling start – and plenty more exciting ties are coming up TODAY.Premier League leaders Liverpool make the mammoth trip to Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle, hoping to avoid a huge upset.Later, Aston Villa and Tottenham go head-to-head in a blockbuster clash for a spot in the fifth round, with Marcus Rashford in line to make his debut for the Villans.Kick off times: 12.30pm/3pm/5.35pmTV channel: ITV1/BBC OneFREE live stream: ITVX/BBC iPlayerCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…SECOND HALFBack underway at Home Park as we await the opening goal.Copy linkCopiedBack outWe’re preparing for the restart as the two players head out.Can Liverpool step up and progress here? Can Plymouth hold out and create one or two chances of their own?Copy linkCopiedFrom Justin Allen at Home ParkThis has been an awful first-half from Liverpool, who are so off the boil.Arne Slot has made 10 changes with the team currently having three games in six days with the Merseyside derby with Everton coming on Wednesday.But this performance against the Championship’s bottom team has not been good enough.They look toothless up front — with only a deflected effort from James McConnell making Argyle keeper Conor Hazard work so far.Darin Nunez will surely have to come on in the second half.But he has a young bench and his lack of insurance options could bite him back unless the starting XI up their game.Copy linkCopiedStats at the breakJust the one shot on target in that 45 minutes and even I could’ve saved it.Liverpool have made almost 4x as many passes as Argyle but not doing an awful lot with that possession.Copy linkCopiedHALF TIME! Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolPlenty of effort, dedication and fight out there.Unfortunately, lacking any sort of quality at the break. But the job’s half done for Plymouth who’ve not looked out of place in this tie.Copy linkCopied45 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolThree minutes added on in the first half.Copy linkCopied44 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolNyoni just overhits a through ball for Chiesa and even he can’t keep it in as it heads towards the touchline for a throw.He does his best to keep it in, sliding in and instead knocking it out for a goal kick to Plymouth instead.Copy linkCopied42 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolMabaya picks up a yellow card for kicking the ball away and delaying the restart on a Plymouth throw.He didn’t quite deal with the ball, running it out of play in his defensive third and didn’t want it coming back in quickly.The offside flag goes up to prevent the Plymouth move coming to anything.Copy linkCopied39 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolTwo corners in quick succession for Liverpool.Both go short, both a waste of time as the ball never made it into the box.Copy linkCopied36 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolMcConnell’s turn to try his luck from distance and this one takes a nick on the way through.It makes it slightly tricky for Hazard who has to get down to push it away and Plymouth clear to safety.Copy linkCopied34 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolStraight down the other end and Elliott has an effort from 25 yards blocked on its way through.Just slowly coming to life with 10 minutes until the break.Copy linkCopied33 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolPenalty shout for the home side and the supporters are up out their seats.Bundu capitalises on a mistake from Tsimikas who misjudges the ball into the box.But the defender gets back in to put Bundu off and the forward goes to ground looking for a spot kick. It would’ve been soft but worth the shout.Copy linkCopiedFrom Justin Allen at Home ParkNot really taken off here yet. Liverpool have not  been moving the ball around quickly enough against an organised Argyle.But it has been the hosts who have looked more likely to score in the opening exchanges with Ryan Hardie getting past Joe Gomez on the right but his ball quickly smothered by keeper Caoimhin Kelleher.Hardie also saw an effort charged down.Mustapha Bundu also tried to weave through but Kostas Tsimikas managed to stop him in his tracks as he was set to shoot 12 yards out.Gomez going off was an early blow – given he has only recently returned from a hamstring injury.Arne Slot’s team have started to enjoy more possession. Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones are still available on the bench to come on.Copy linkCopied28 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolTold you there wasn’t much to shout about.Plymouth defending strongly and have a real presence up front should the chance to counter arise.Liverpool dominating the ball the last 10 minutes or so but it’s all in front of Argyle.Copy linkCopied23 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolTalovierov just does enough to prevent Diaz breaking down the left.The big defender actually wins a goal kick though Diaz protests it should be a corner.Talovierov then celebrates having gotten the better of that exchange. I’m never too sure where my thoughts lying on defenders celebrating like that but good for him anyway.Copy linkCopied21 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolMiron Muslic claps his players after they win a throw in on halfway.He’d likely have set getting through the first 20 minutes as a target and checkpoint and they’ve come through it well.Probably slightly better than Liverpool, too. Not much quality in the opening quarter of the game at all though.Copy linkCopied18 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolFirst booking of the afternoon is dished out as Nyoni is late with a challenge in the middle of the park.It could well be enough for a yellow on its own but he has already had a couple of niggling fouls, the youngster.Copy linkCopied14 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolNow Nikola Katic is down for Plymouth. It looks like a head knock and that he’ll be OK thankfully.He’d at least one serious injury when playing north of the border but this doesn’t look too bad.In fact the physios are seeing to his teeth, such was the knock.Incidentally, Diogo Jota took the armband from Gomez.Copy linkCopied12 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolKelleher comes out to punch a swinging corner from underneath his crossbar.Only as far as the edge of the box where Gyabi waits for it and smashes towards goal but it’s block on the way.Copy linkCopied10 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolHis afternoon is done. A real shame.But one man’s downfall is another man’s opportunity. Isaac Mabaya comes on for a Reds debut.OFF: GomezON: MabayaCopy linkCopied8 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolNightmare for Joe Gomez and Liverpool as he sits down on the turf.He’s only just back from a hamstring injury and this is his first appearance of 2025.Skippering the side today too. You can see the devastation in his face.Copy linkCopied4 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolEnd-to-end start here!Luis Diaz has THREE men on him when trying to attack down the left.He tries to work a one-two with Elliott who can’t return the pass. Plymouth break and Hardie gets down the right and fizzes a cross in towards Wright but Kelleher sprints off his line to drop low and intercept it.Copy linkCopied1 – Plymouth 0-0 LiverpoolFirst effort on goal comes for the home side as they work the ball well into the final third.The ball just won’t sit for Hardie and when waiting for it to come down, he gets his shot away but it’s blocked.Copy linkCopiedKICK-OFF!We’re underway at Home Park!Copy linkCopiedFrom Justin Allen at Home ParkArne Slot has had to manage the squad this week with three games in the space of six days so rung the changes.Only keeper Caoimhin Kelleher kept his place from the Liverpool team that thumped Tottenham 4-0 on Thursday with one eye on the Merseyside derby on Wednesday night.Seventeeen-year-old Treymaurice Nyoni made only the second start of his senior career while James McConnell, 20, also was in the XI for the second time, having played against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League.There was almost a carnival atmosphere inside Home Park.Argyle, while a League Two club, famously held Liverpool to a goalless draw in 2017 at Anfield before earning a replay, which they lost 1-0 in Devon.Copy linkCopied More

SUNDAY’S FA Cup fourth round has delivered with Liverpool shock LOSS to Plymouth – and heads to Birmingham for a blockbuster. In the lunchtime game, Wolverhampton Wanderers dispatched Championship Blackburn Rovers with the Brazilian duo of Matheus Cunha and João Gomes on target to secure fifth round passage. Premier League leaders Liverpool crashed OUT of the FA Cup to the hands of Championship bottom-club Plymouth Argyle. Ryan Hardie’s 53rd-minute penalty separated the sides, but keeper Conor Hazard took all the plaudits for superb saves to shut the Reds out late on.The action rounded up as Aston Villa edged out Tottenham 2-1 to make their first FA Cup quarter-final in a DECADE. Jacob Ramsey first-minute effort and Morgan Rogers close-range tap-in on the 65th minute were sandwiched by a late Spurs consolation by Mathys Tel as Marcus Rashford also made his debut off the bench. Two more ties to come across Monday and Tuesday. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…FA Cup fifth round draw detailsThe draw for the FA Cup 5th round will be made live on BBC’s ‘The One Show’ TOMORROW NIGHT.Proceedings will begin at around 7.10pm GMT.The draw will be able to watch for FREE on the FA Cup’s official social platforms.Copy linkCopiedMatch reportThe misery just continues for Ange Postecoglou. Although the moment his team conceded after 58 seconds with his keeper producing a howler, the beleaguered Aussie must have known it was going to be another rotten day.His spell as Tottenham manager is now turning into a proper nightmare.Three days after Spurs were annihilated by Liverpool in their Carabao Cup semi-final, Postecoglou’s team were beaten fair and square by Villa and the situation is becoming toxic to a point where a change is inevitable.Jacob Ramsey’s first minute goal was followed by the second by the outstanding Morgan Rodgers’ in the 64th minute. Tottenham’s new striker Mathys Tel, who did not have a kick all game, set up a nervous couple of minutes with a lovely finish in injury time but anything other than a home win would have been a robbery.Copy linkCopiedTwo to goTwo more ties still to be played too!Doncaster vs Crystal Palace – MONExeter City vs Nottingham Forest – TUESCopy linkCopiedFourth round resultsMan Utd 2-1 LeicesterLeeds 0-2 MillwallLeyton Orient 1-2 Man CityCoventry City 1-4 Ipswich TownEverton 0-2 BournemouthPreston 0-0 Wycombe (Preston win on pens)Southampton 0-1 BurnleyStoke City 3-3 Cardiff City (Cardiff win on pens)Wigan Athletic 1-2 FulhamBirmingham 2-3 NewcastleBrighton 2-1 ChelseaBlackburn 0-2 WolvesPlymouth 1-0 LiverpoolAston Villa 2-1 TottenhamCopy linkCopiedAnge reactionAnge Postecoglou tells BBC: “When you go a goal down it gives them confidence and momentum and we struggled to get a grip of the game.”We were still in the game and had a big chance to make it 1-1.”We had to try and hang in there and second half was more like ourselves.”The second goal made it a bit more difficult for us but I always felt we were a threat but just not enough.”Copy linkCopiedSleepless night?Several times throughout the night Villa fans sang: “You’re getting sacked in the morning.”Spurs fans throughout constantly singing to get chairman Daniel Levy out.Now 21 defeats in 46 games for Postecoglou. Can he survive this?Copy linkCopiedFrom Tom Barclay at Villa ParkFull-time here and despite Mathys Tel’s best efforts at the end, it is another cup exit for Ange Postecoglou in three daysTeenager Tel netted his first goal for the club in stoppage time with a smart finish, but it was not enough to turn the tie around as Villa ran out 2-1 winners.The focus will now shift to Postecoglou’s position which looks under increasing threat after the disappointments of the last week, in addition to the horrendous league form.He has a crippling injury list with a full first XI missing here.But whether that, plus the team still being in the Europa League, is enough to keep him in a job remains to be seen.Chairman Daniel Levy, who came under heavy fire from the away fans as he sat in the stands, has resisted any temptation to make a change so far.Postecoglou had to endure chants of ‘You’re getting sacked in the morning’ twice in the match, which overall was a pretty poor one from his side, despite Tel’s late intervention.Copy linkCopiedFULL TIMEAston Villa are through to the fifth round for the first time in a decade!ASTON VILLA 2-1 TOTTENHAMCopy linkCopied90+3 – Aston Villa 2-1 TottenhamSomeone HAS to take these set pieces off Son.Again it’s a lofted, floated, aimless ball into the area and too close to the keeper for Martinez to come out and collect.Copy linkCopied90+2 – Aston Villa 2-1 TottenhamBig chance for Spurs as they win a free kick wide on the left.It’s only 20 yards from the byline so a huge chance to load the box and get a good delivery in.Copy linkCopied90 – Aston Villa 2-1 TottenhamFive minutes added!Copy linkCopiedGOAL DETAIL: Aston Villa 2-1 TottenhamWho’d have thought putting a cross into the box might bring some joy!!?????Kulusevski with a peach of a cross in from the right. Tel on the move and he stretches a right leg out to get good contact on it with the outside of his right foot to direct it back across the keeper and into the net.Game on with a couple of minutes to go.(ps, I’m free to come to training tomorrow, Ange…)Copy linkCopied90 – GOAL! Aston Villa 2-1 TottenhamA grandstand finish indeed, MATHYS TEL with his first Spurs goal!Copy linkCopied89 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamRashford’s BIG moment arrives as he’s played in down the right.Only Archie Gray to beat as he drives at pace into the box, onto his right foot but the teenager matches him and gets a toe to the ball.Terrific defending by Spurs’ best player by a country mile. Damning for his teammates.He actually wins a free kick as Rashford’s attempted shot sees him clatter the youngster. The replays have showed it again and it looks horrible. Gray lucky to be up and walking.Copy linkCopied88 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamSarr tries a threaded pass into the box instead of crossing it and passes it straight out for a goal kick.Absolutely mince in the final third.Copy linkCopied86 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamWhy, why, WHY don’t teams just whip it into the box anymore!? Son rolls it along the edge of the box in between Porro and Kulusevski. They can’t work out who should get it and eventually Porro toe pokes it pathetically at goal and Martinez saves.Sorta sums up Son’s evening’s work.Just put it in and make them defend, man!Copy linkCopied85 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamBogarde trips Tel on the left side of the penalty box, just a yard outside it.A chance for Spurs and you feel this HAS to go in if they want to set up a grandstand finish.Copy linkCopied81 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamVilla change:OFF: DigneON: MaatsenCopy linkCopied80 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamPorro has been wound up for a little bit and he goes crashing into Ramsey out on the Villa left.Really tough challenge and Ramsey didn’t like it. The referee books the Spurs man eventually.Porro runs back into the box punching his other palm as if to tell his teammates to be stronger too…Copy linkCopied77 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamOh they HAVE to have scored there!Porro flashes the ball across the six-yard box and Kevin Danso is seven yards out at the back post and misses the target by a yard.Real head in hands moment, how’s he missed that!?Copy linkCopied76 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamGood link-up between Tel and Kulusevski and Spurs win a corner.They need to score the next goal – and soon!Copy linkCopied74 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamRashford nutmegs Porro to give the ball to Digne.He takes it back off the left back before Porro races back and has an almighty swipe at him. Completely losing his head there but Anthony Taylor sees nothing wrong with it somehow.Copy linkCopied72 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamVilla are taking the you-know-what out of Spurs at the minute.Stunning touch from Asensio before a backheel into Rogers path out on the right.He gives it back to Asensio on the corner of the box, who rolls it back into the path of Rogers again inside the box and he toe-pokes wide.Almost the goal of the day.Copy linkCopiedFrom Tom Barclay at Villa ParkMarcus Rashford’s moment has arrived – and with the game looking pretty much done.The England man, loaned from Manchester United, had been called to come on along with fellow debutant Marcos Asensio with the score still at 1-0.But then Morgan Rogers, who has been way too good for Spurs, doubled the lead from close range before the pair made their entrance.Rashford’s only involvement so far has been to catch Kevin Danso with an elbow as they vied for a high ball.The break in play while the Austrian received treatment led to chants of “You’re getting sacked in the morning” in the direction of Ange Postecoglou.Copy linkCopied70 – Aston Villa 2-0 TottenhamDigne floats a cross to the back post which Bergvall misses.Tielemans behind him swings a foot at it for the volley but misses it altogether.Copy linkCopied More