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      Tottenham vs Man Utd LIVE SCORE: Injury-stricken United name EIGHT academy kids on bench while Vicario returns for Spurs

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      MANCHESTER UNITED travel to the capital for a huge Premier League clash with Tottenham.The two English giants have endured very poor seasons so far, and they both sit in the bottom half of the table ahead of kick off.Pressure is mounting on Spurs boss Ange Postecoglu following Carabao Cup and FA Cup exits last week.Elsewhere, Ruben Amorim is still struggling to find any consistency with his up and down Man Utd side.Kick off time: 4.30pm GMTTV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Premier LeagueLive stream: NOW/Sky Sports appTottenham team: Vicario, Porro, Danso, Davies, Spence, Bergvall, Bentancur, Maddison, Kulusevski, Tel, SonMan Utd team: Onana, Mazraoui, De Ligt, Maguire, Dorgu, Dalot, Casemiro, Fernandes, Garnacho, Zirkzee, HojlundCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…All change, please!Injuries and poor form has meant that both Ange Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim have rung the changes for this afternoon’s clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.In fact, today’s meeting is the first Premier League game to see both teams make five or more alterations to their previous starting line-ups in the league since Chelsea versus Manchester City in May 2023.Copy linkCopiedForwards start together againThe much-maligned pairing of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee are set to start a Premier League game together for just the second time.And the pair will be hoping for better fortune than the first occasion when Manchester United went down 2-0 at home to Newcastle, a match in which Zirkzee was subbed off after just 33 minutes.Copy linkCopiedRival watch Liverpool have beaten Wolves 2-1 despite a late scare.Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah struck before half-time to give the Reds a 2-0 lead.Salah had the ball in the net a third time after the break but was ruled offside.Matheus Cunha then scored a screamer late on to set up a tense finale.Wolves piled up on the pressure but were unable to find an equaliser at Anfield.Arne Slot’s side move back to seven points clear at the top of the table.Meanwhile, Wolves remain on 19 points just above the relegation zone. And importantly for Spurs and Man Utd, they remain eight and ten points behind respectively.Copy linkCopiedCopy linkCopiedSpurs welcome backIt’s a high-five for Spurs as they welcome back five senior stars into their squad, three of which go straight into the starting XI.Vicario and Maddison are both back in the starting XI.Wilson Odobert, Brennan Johnson, and Destiny Udogie are back in the squad after being named on the bench.Copy linkCopiedDoes Daniel Levy own Spurs and what is his net worth?Daniel Levy is the chairman of Tottenham Hotspur.He is the longest-serving chairman of any Premier League club, having taken over the role from Alan Sugar in 2001.However, he has a far from ideal relationship with fans owing to the club’s poor performances and lack of silverware, with the North London club last winning a trophy in 2008 when they lifted the League Cup.Things were looking up during Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure with the club a regular name in the Champions League, even making the final before losing to Liverpool in 2019.Levy oversaw the building of a brand-new, state-of-the-art, £1.2billion stadium, which has helped Spurs become a financial powerhouse.Copy linkCopiedTwo more United stars sickLeny Yoro and Christian Eriksen were taken sick today.Talk about adding insult to injury for Amorim.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd name EIGHT kids on their benchMan Utd have named EIGHT teenagers on their bench today. Elyh Harrison, Harry Amass, Tyler Fredricson, Ayden Heaven, Jack Fletcher, Sekou Kone, Jack Moorhouse and Chido Obi are all named.Seven of these stars are straight from the academy. And seven of them were also born AFTER the Glazers took control of the club.Heaven does not count as academy after going straight into the first-team following his transfer from Arsenal earlier this month.Meanwhile, Victor Lindelof is the solo senior star, though he has only just returned from injury.Copy linkCopiedLine-ups The line-ups are out.Tottenham: Vicario, Porro, Danso, Davies, Spence, Bergvall, Bentancur, Maddison, Kulusevski, Tel, SonMan Utd: Onana, Mazraoui, De Ligt, Maguire, Dorgu, Dalot, Casemiro, Fernandes, Garnacho, Zirkzee, HojlundCopy linkCopiedMore protest picturesThe back-drop of today’s game will undoubtedly be clouded by Tottenham fan’s protests outside the ground.Their fury is mainly directed towards chairman Daniel Levy.Read up on the Spurs chairman here.Credit: PACredit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedTeam walkTottenham stars were pictured walking around the pitch before kick-off.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedAlan Shearer predictionAlan Shearer has given his say on how he reckons this fixture will go. Speaking to Betfair, he said: It’s a tough one to call. Man United had a good result in the FA Cup but I certainly wasn’t impressed with them.Spurs were really weak against Aston Villa.Two teams who have been massively struggling for different reasons. Because Spurs have beaten them already this season, I’ll go for a home win.Alan ShearerBetfairCopy linkCopiedHead to head Spurs have beaten United twice so far this season.Once in a 3-0 demolition in the league at Old Trafford and then at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in a 4-3 thriller in the League Cup quarter-finals.The overall record is heavily in Man Utd’s favour with 96 wins in the history of the clash compared to Spurs’ 56, while there have also been 51 draws.That being said, United have not beaten Spurs in any of the last five meetings, with Postecoglou being in charge of four of those clashes.The aggregate score in the four meetings managed by Postecoglou is 11-5 in Spurs’ favourThe last time Man Utd won against Spurs was in October 2022, while the last time they won away was in October 2021.Copy linkCopiedForm guideTottenham – They have won five or their last six matches in all competitions.Beating Brentford 2-0 in their last league game ended a run seven games without a win dating back to December 15.They are searching for their first back-to-back wins in the league since September when they ironically beat Man Utd after beating Brentford. Man Utd – Despite the negative atmosphere surrounding the club, United have won six of their last eight games in all competitions.However, they have won only three of their last 10 league matches.They are looking to bounce back from a 2-0 defeat at home to Crystal Palace, but won their last away clash in London against Fulham. Copy linkCopiedSpurs fans protestTottenham fans have launched a huge protest against the club’s owners and chairman today.Spurs fan group Change For Tottenham have unveiled banners at the ground as they prepare to march before the game.One of the banners reads: “24 Years, 16 Managers, 1 Trophy. Time For Change.”Another reads: “We Want Our Club Back. Levy Out.”Credit: X/@ChangeForSpursCredit: X/@OMyles90Copy linkCopiedCarrington reinforcementsAs many Man Utd bosses have been forced to do in the past, Amorim has turned to the Carrington Academy to bolster his thin senior squad.Five youngsters – Sekou Kone, Harry Amass, Jack Moorhouse, Elyh Harrison and Chido Obi – have all travelled with the first team for the Premier League fixture.With 11 stars now out injured, Amorim will be hoping the teenagers can provide an injection of energy to alleviate some of the pressure on the first team.Copy linkCopiedSpurs stars on the comebackWhile Man Utd have been plunged into injury crisis, Spurs have been forced to deal with the consequences of injuries for most of the season.Ange Postecoglou’s side has been devastated by a seemingly unending convertor belt of stars heading to the treatment room.However, this week things finally seem to be looking up as Spurs are set to welcome back three key stars to their squad.The Aussie revealed that Guglielmo Vicario, Destiny Udogie and James Maddison were all fit enough to play a part in the fixture.Meanwhile, Postecoglou also confirmed Brennan Johnson, Wilson Odobert and Timo Werner had all returned to training this week, though it is currently unclear whether they will play any part.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd injury calamityMan Utd manager Ruben Amorim said his squad had enjoyed a good week in training until they suffered some setbacks.Yesterday it was revealed those setbacks were a QUADRUPLE injury blow to Amorim’s travelling squad today.Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte and Toby Collyer were all reported to be doubtful for the game.Meanwhile, Amad Diallo suffered a potentially season-ending injury further shorten the Red Devils options up front.Copy linkCopiedGood afternoon football fansWelcome to SunSport’s live blog of Tottenham v Manchester United.I’m Tony Robertson here to provide you with all the build-up for today’s clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Over the last decade clashes between these two sides have resulted in pivotal moments deciding on who makes European spots in the Premier League.However, this season, both clubs are have fallen far away from those lofty heights.Today’s 4.30pm clash sees Man Utd in 14th and hosts Tottenham in 15th.We hope you will stick with us as we bring you all the latest news from the clash. 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      Liverpool vs Wolves LIVE RESULT: Liverpool extend Premier League lead to seven points after edging past Wolves

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      LIVERPOOL are facing Wolves RIGHT NOW as they look to extend their lead at the top of the table to seven points.The Reds are aiming to bounce back from their late shock against rivals Everton during the week, when the Toffees lashed in a stunning 98th-minute equaliser.Wolves, meanwhile, will be looking to gain more distance between themselves and the drop zone.Kick-off time: 2pmTV channel/ live stream: Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow ALL of the latest updates below… More

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      Jack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr LIVE RESULTS: El Gato LOSES as American takes razor-thin decision in Manchester

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      JACK CATTERALL ended up on the LOSING side of a razor-thin decision against Arnold Barboza Jr.El Gato was in a huge final eliminator for a shot at Teofimo Lopez’s WBO super-lightweight title.In a fight that could have gone either way, Catterall ended up on the wrong side of a 115-113, 113-115, 115-113 decision to Barboza Jr.The American moves to 32-0 and Catterall will now need to get back into the gym to rebuild his career.Card start time: From 7pm GMTMain event start time: 10pm (approx)TV/Stream: DAZNCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Bellew: ‘That was a knockdown’Well, well, well – there weren’t any complaints from Jack Catterall during the fight or after, but Tony Bellew thinks he has a legitimate one.Barboza went down but the ref immediately called it as an accidental trip.Bellew thinks it should have counted – and that 10-8 round could have had a big impact.On Catterall’s slow showing, Bellew said: “I just think that’s his style, he’s very good at what he does.”I don’t know why he doesn’t press more, because he does have the power.”If he didn’t have the power I’d understand it.”Bellew then added: “That was a knockdown.He landed a body shot and Barboza went over.”It was a balance thing but he didn’t stand on his foot.”Copy linkCopiedBellew: ‘Neither can complain’The former world champ told Dazn: “I thought it was really close – neither can complain”I thought Jack was honest in the ring when he thought he’d nicked it, same with Barboza.”It comes down to what do you like.”Barboza was very good, he’d done his homework on Jack.”He knew not to press too much and work going backwards.”Catterall is very good but he needs to work on his offence.”Copy linkCopiedWhat next for El GatoWell, that wasn’t certainly in the script for Catterall.He had been on an incredible run of form and looked destined for a world title shot next. But he will not have to go back to the drawing board as he plots another route to the very top of the sport.El Gato is not 32 until July so still has time on his side, but he will certainly be left picking up the pieces of this defeat.Copy linkCopiedEddie Hearn”Very close fight, 7-5 either way.”It could’ve gone either way, it was that kind of fight.”We were screaming at him towards the end, he’s just got to do a bit more to win the rounds.”Well done to Arnold, Jack will be back.”Could have gone either way, but not Jack’s way tonight.”Copy linkCopiedCatterall’s verdict”Tricky fight, close fight. All credit to him. “I felt like I did enough to win.”But I’m straight back to the ring.”Straight back to it.”Copy linkCopiedMore from Barboza”Anybody can get it any day of the week – any day that ends in the letter ‘y’.”This guy here is going to work his a** off.”I want to thank Manchester.”Copy linkCopiedBarboza Jr speaksThe American starts by thanking God and his promoter, Oscar de la Hoya, as well as his team.He then says: “I didn’t have it that close, I felt I won more rounds.”But it’s his backyard.”All I’ve wanted since I was a kid is to get respect – I got that today.”Copy linkCopiedShock for El GatoThe scoring was as close as it comes and that is exactly how the fight went.Catterall had a slow start and that appeared to cost him in the end.Copy linkCopiedOfficial scorecards – Barboza wins!WOW! It’s a huge decision in Manchester with Arnold Barboza Jr taking a split decision!The judges had it 115-115, 115-113, 113-115!He’s on his knees in the ring and Catterall looks shellshocked!Copy linkCopiedThis will go to the judgesThat was an impossible one to score – the six boxing experts on Dazn all have it going a different way.Liam Smith and Dalton Smith both have a draw, Darren Barker gives it to Barboza.This will come down to what the judges prefer in styles and if Catterall gave away too many rounds at the start with his patient opening.Scorecards coming any second now…Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R12Final round and winner takes all!Both men are going for broke, the tempo, the output and desperation has been upped by both here.Cheers from the crowd with every success Jack has! Barboza’s chasing Catterall around the ring now!Last 15 seconds and both men exchange in centre ring.DING DING! Who will it be then? This could go either way as both men raise their hands in conviction.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R11Barboza comes out fast and aggressive to shake any embarrassment from his fall from the round before.Barboza makes complaints to the ref but he’s having none of it.Catterall goes in but misses a huge opportunity to strike while Barboza was not defending himself.Tough one to call as both men are boxing so well.Into the final round we go!Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R10Jack Catterall timing and picking his moments with a jab here and a jab there, still looking sharp and winning most of the exchanges here in the 10th.Barboza taking his chances in the final 30 seconds of the round to make an impression – which only ends in Barboza hitting the canvas.A count starts but the referee quickly waves it off as an accidental trip, which could prove HUGE in the outcome of this fight.Looks like a clean one-two to me, regardless of the entanglement.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R9Ringside has it Catterall up, let’s hope they’re right.Catterall lands a beautiful straight left hand down the middle, his best punch of the night I’d say.Much better round from Catterall although still competitive stuff from Barboza none the less.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R8Both men circling centre ring and using back and forth movements to counter each other.Barboza gets put on the back foot but springs back with punches of his own every time. I’d say he is doing ever so slightly better than our Jack tonight.Catterall seems to making small mistakes, could he be getting a bit desperate knowing the fight is getting into the later rounds?Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R7Catterall has early success but Barboza dominates the middle of the round with singular power shots.Controversy as Catterall throws a punch he wasn’t meant to after instructed to break.It looks low and Catterall then follows up with two shots that reach their target while Barboza was complaining to the ref.Another close round that could have gone either way on the scorecards.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R6Jack’s slightly creeping forwards on Barboza as he wearily keeps his distance, both fighters are finding success as the circle in the middle of the ring.Jack Catterall delivers a one-two and a counter right hook which raises the morale of those in the Co-op Live.A swing and a miss by Barboza as we enter the final 10 seconds, both men swing out with hooks with Barboza landing the cleaner punch before the bell rings.Liam Smith and Dalton Smith have it 5-1 but I have it three rounds each.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R5Highly competitive start to round five as Catterall comes out trying to assert dominance – but Barboza meets him with equal aggression.Their feet then tangle as Barboza chases Catterall around the ring.Barboza seems to be having the slight upper hand, in this high level, fast paced chess match.Jack finds more success towards the end of the round but was it enough to win it?Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R4A Pacquiao-like move from Catterall at the beginning of round four, stepping in on the inside foot to deliver a pivoting one-two straight jab.Barboza appears to have upped the pressure and tempo a little bit, with Catterall seemingly having trouble with Barboza’s reach now that American is establishing his distance.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R3Both men still cautious here in round three, aware of each others’ skill sets. When one gains success so does the other.Barboza being the slightly more come forward fighter leading Catterall into a corner but after a few defences he laterally escapes.Barboza Jr lands a left hand at the end of the round.Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R2Barboza keeping his distance this time after tasting Catterall’s cat-like reflexes trying to score points with his reach advantage.Catterall not taking any chances early on but choosing his moments wisely to come forwards and attack.Although Barboza is touching on Catteralls Philly shell defence… could this be a ploy to look busier and gain points?Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza Jr – R1What a stare down as the meet in the ring for the instructions. Lets get it on!Opening to the round starts with Barboza throwing a jab and Catterall slipping and counter uppercutting!Both men focusing on establishing foot positioning and the lead hand. One-two, jab straight by Jack Catterall.Catterall looks poised and disciplined as always in this feel out round.Copy linkCopiedStand by JackThat’s the way to get a venue behind you – Ben E King anthem ‘Stand By Me’ rings out and the thousands in attendance are singing it at the top of their lungs!Catterall is almost in the ring now, we’re just minutes away.He then goes for the Lion King – ‘I Just Can’t Wait to be King’ – this is incredible from El Gato.He’s beaten three former world champions in a row and another win here would finally earn him a richly deserved title shot.Copy linkCopiedRing walk timeArnold Barboza Jr is making his way to the ring now, the sound and the tension is ramping up inside the venue!Copy linkCopiedSweet CarolineWe couldn’t be any closer – Sweet Caroline is playing in the Co-Op Arena in Manchester.We’re very close to the action getting underway – this should be a special fight.Copy linkCopied More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Marmoush scores HAT-TRICK as Manchester City lead Newcastle, Ipswich down to TEN

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      MATCHWEEK 25 of the Premier League features some huge matches at both ends of the table.Fans are treated to five 3pm matches right NOW with the pick of the bunch at the Etihad, as Manchester City lead Newcastle at half time following on from Arsenal’s crucial win at Leicester earlier today.Elsewhere, Aston Villa are level at Ipswich, West Ham trail Brentford, Fulham are holding top four hopefuls Nottingham Forest and Southampton are two down to Bournemouth at St Mary’s.In Saturday’s evening kick-off, David Moyes’ Everton travel to the capital to take on Crystal Palace.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…HT: West Ham 0-1 BrentfordThe Hammers can count themselves lucky to go in at the break only a goal behind.Brentford struggled on the road in the first half of the season but have changed that since.Having scored a second goal, only to have it ruled out by VAR, Frank’s side should have a more comfortable lead already.Copy linkCopiedHT: Southampton 0-2 BournemouthAndoni Iraola’s side are finding this a stroll in the park.The hosts have created nothing whatsoever in the final third.Meanwhile. The Cherries look like scoring every time they come forward.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkPoor fare at the break at Villa Park, with neither side looking close to hitting top gear yet.However Kieran McKenna’s Tractor Boys face an uphill struggle in the second half after former Villa loanee Axel Tuanzebe was suckered into two daft yellow cards – to see red!The defender should have been on red alert after he picked up a booking for tugging down Morgan Rogers.But he grabbed at Jacob Ramsey’s shoulder after the Villa man had gone clear of him and the kid tumbled.It was shrewd by the Villa man but Tuanzebe gave ref Robert Jones a decision to make and he decided another yellow card was merited, followed by the inevitable red.Ten-man Ipswich now have their backs to the wall.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jack Rosser in the capitalWest Ham are incredibly fortunate to only be a goal down at the break.Brentford have been battering them, winning the ball and breaking at a speed the Hammers cannot cope with.Mbeumo, Wissa and Schade have all been incredibly sharp, profiting from the host’s incompetence.West Ham’s midfield have been largely absent when it comes to helping out the back four and you wouldn’t bet against one of them being replaced.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn at The EtihadWHAT a half from City and in particular their new forward Omar Marmoush In just his fourth start since arriving from Eintracht Frankfurt, he struck a 14 minute hat-trick to endear himself to the Etihad faithful. Any fears City could be hurting from their midweek heartbreak against Real Madrid were blown away. Newcastle were weary – are their players thinking too much about Wembley next month? Copy linkCopiedHT: Fulham 1-1 Nott’m ForestIt has been a dominant display from the hosts in this one.However, despite having only one shot on target, the visitors really made it count.Marco Silva will feel his side should be leading this one, they need to be more clinical in front of goal to do just that.Copy linkCopiedHT: Aston Villa 0-0 Ipswich TownThere is nothing to separate these sides as they head into the interval.One thing that does is the number of players on the pitch.Tuanzebe was shown a second yellow card for pulling a player back and given his marching orders.Copy linkCopiedHT: Man City 3-0 NewcastleIt has been a comprehensive first-half from Pep Guardiola’s side.They have opened up The Magpies all too often in this one.Marmoush grabbing a hat-trick in the process, this is more like the Man City of old this afternoon.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0-1 Brentford 43. A real let off for Graham Potter’s side.VAR adjudges there to have been an offside Brentford player in the build-up to the goal.How important could that prove in the outcome of this match, only time will tell.Copy linkCopiedVAR review – goal disallowed Copy linkCopiedWest Ham 0-2 Brentford41. Janelt and Wissa exchange a neat one-two.The Bees’ striker slots home to double the lead for the visitors.However, there is to be a VAR review.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Yoane Wissa (Brentford)Copy linkCopiedFulham 1-1 Nott’m Forest37. Cometh the moment, cometh the man.As a ball is played into Wood outside the box, he shifts it onto his left foot and gets a shot away.Leno cannot do anything about it as the visitors draw level in the capital.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Chris Wood (Nott’m Forest)Copy linkCopiedMan City 3-0 Newcastle33. This is turning into a horror show for Eddie Howe.Savinho is the player pulling the strings, using his pace to beat his man before squaring the ball to the Egyptian.From the penalty spot, he side-foots it into the bottom corner.That is his first-ever hat-trick in senior football.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Andy Dillon at Craven CottageEMILE SMITH ROWE scored the goal which gives Fulham the lead. But it’s Adama Traore stealing the limelight with three great crosses so far. One of which found Smith Rowe to plant a 14th minute header past Matz Sels.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Omar Marmoush (Man City)Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkIt’s been a bitty start at Villa Park with little quality on show yet.Morgan Rogers raced clear on goal and went down as Town goalie Alex Palmer raced out of his box.However VAR confirmed there was no contact from the keeper although Rogers could have been awarded a foul as chasing defender Jacob Greaves shoved him off balance.Early injuries to Boubacar Kamara and Enciso have seen both players replaced by Tyrone Mings and Jack Clarke, which has disrupted the flow of the game.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn at The EithadWELCOME to Manchester, Omar Marmoush. The January signing from Eintracht Frankfurt has caught the eye since he arrived at the Etihad but now we see what he’s all about. First he capitalised on a missed header by Kieran Trippier to score then five minutes later he took a pass from Ilkay Gundogan and drove a low shot into the corner. Newcastle stunned.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jack Rosser in the capitalSo much for that optimism at West Ham…The Hammers look wide open here and are doing nothing of any value on the ball. Brentford’s flying forwards are carving through the West Ham defence with ease and the Hammers are making mistake after mistake.Potter must be contemplating a change at the break, if not before, already.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graham Nickless at St Mary’sBournemouth stunned the Saints with two clinical finishes inside the first 16 minutes.Jan Bednarek and Nathan Wood allowed Dango Ouattara to sneak away to head home Ryan Christie’s 14th minute cross.And Christlike was soon celebrating a rare goal himself when he was given room to smash home the second from 25 yards.Copy linkCopiedMan City 2-0 Newcastle24. Man City are in full control of this game at The Etihad.Gundogan is the creator on this occasion, as he lays it into the path of Marmoush to stroke it home.It already looks a long way back for The Magpies here.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedGoal – Omar Marmoush (Man City)Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Newcastle21. Newcastle’s poor form at The Etihad looks set to continue.A long ball forward from Ederson sees Marmoush run onto it and he lifts the ball over the advancing keeper to score.Just what the hosts needed in this game.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Omar Marmoush (Man City)Copy linkCopied More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Everton beat Crystal Palace after Man City thrash Newcastle and Arsenal beat Leicester

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      MATCHWEEK 25 of the Premier League features some huge matches at both ends of the table.Manchester City cruised past Newcastle thanks to an Omar Marmoush hat-trick, but Erling Haaland was forced off injured, following on from Arsenal’s crucial win at Leicester earlier today.Elsewhere, Aston Villa were held by ten man Ipswich, West Ham lost to Brentford, Fulham beat Nottingham Forest and Southampton were beaten by Bournemouth at St Mary’s.In Saturday’s evening kick-off, David Moyes’ Everton beat Crystal Palace 2-1 thanks to goals from Beto and Carlos Alcaraz.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Gunners start firing againDespite not having a fit striker for the remainder of this campaign, it did not seem to affect Arsenal this afternoon.Mikel Merino came off the bench to bag a brace and secure the win for the North London outfit.They have now closed the gap between themselves and Liverpool to four points, with the leaders playing Wolves tomorrow.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedCherries real winners with hot-formAfter running out 3-1 winners over Southampton today, the victory moved Bournemouth into fifth place in the table.The way things are looking in Europe at the moment, finishing there could very well carry an extra Champions League spot.What an achievement that would be Andoni Iraola and his squad.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHere are today’s Premier League resultsIt has been another hectic day in the top-flight, with plenty of goals.Leicester 0-2 ArsenalAston Villa 1-1 Ipswich TownFulham 2-1 Nott’m ForestMan City 4-0 NewcastleSouthampton 1-3 BournemouthWest Ham 0-1 BrentfordCrystal Palace 1-2 EvertonCopy linkCopiedFT: Crystal Palace 1-2 EvertonEverton edge out Oliver Glasner’s side in the capital.It was quite an even game but Alcaraz’s goal ended up being the match-winner.It could have been a completely different result on another day.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jon West at Selhurst ParkThat’s quite the debut for Alcaraz – an assist and then the winner. He’s never been a prolific scorer but has made a big impact already. And to think he wouldn’t have played had Doucoure not get himself sent off against Liverpool…Copy linkCopiedFT: Crystal Palace 1-2 EvertonThat’s it, Everton have secured victory.Crystal Palace will feel they should have got more from this.Not that the away end is complaining right now.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-2 Everton90+5. Deep into added time in the capital.Palace are throwing everything but the kitcken sink at The Toffees.Everton are defending deep, trying to protect this win.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-2 Everton86. Time is running out for the hosts.Everton seem to have come alive in the game in an attacking sense.That works well for them, keeping Palace at the wrong end of the pitch.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-2 Everton80. Harrison whips a deep cross into the box.As it is worked back from the byline, Young’s shot is blocked.It drops to Alcaraz, who slots home to give The Toffees the lead.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedGoal – Carlos Alcaraz (Everton)Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-1 Everton72. Both sides are trying to flex their attacking muscle.Everton continually seem to take one too many touches and allow Palace to get in between the player and goal to block.The hosts keep trying balls over the top of the Everton defence but on this wet, greasy surface it often runs through to the keeper before anyone can get on the end of it.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-1 Everton66. The hosts look to break with pace on the counter.Garner pushes Eze to the floor to stop the attack.Finally, the referee gets a yellow card out in this game.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jon West at Selhurst ParkSemi-automated offsides are nearly with us and that lengthy wait is exactly why they are needed. Around three minutes of the players standing around and fans singing about how much they don’t appreciate VAR. Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-1 Everton60. A big cheer at Selhurst Park as Chilwell comes on for his debut.The Chelsea loanee replaces Mitchell for The Eagles.It is a very open game now and the game is poised on a knife-edge.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-1 Everton53. After a ridiculous wait, the goal is given.VAR is really a broken process.Since the introduction of Eze at the interval, Crystal Palace are now dominating this game.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-1 Everton48. Some terrible defending from the visitors.Two Everton defenders challenge for the same ball and it drops to Mateta in the box.He slots past Pickford to draw his side level.However, there is a VAR review for a possible offside.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jon West at Selhurst ParkHow on earth are Everton ahead at half time? Palace could and should be three or four up – but paid the price for switching off late on.Is it Tyrick Mitchell’s fault for sending a throw-in to a team-mate who wasn’t expecting it? Or should Jefferson Lerma have been alert? Either way it’s a disaster – and an Everton opener.Copy linkCopiedHT: Crystal Palace 0-1 EvertonIt has been a bizarre half of football with Palace having a goal disallowed for the ball going out despite none of the camera angles showing it to be the case.Then Sarr missed an absolute sitter from yards out, hitting the underside of the crossbar when it seemed easier to score.Everton went straight down the other end and took the lead themselves to rub salt into the wound.Copy linkCopiedHT: Crystal Palace 0-1 EvertonThe referee brings the first-half to a close.Everton have a slender lead in a very even match.That miss from Sarr seemed to be the start of things going south for The Eagles in this game.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-1 Everton45. Palace pay the ultimate price for their miss.Everton come forward and it is played through to Beto who tucks it past Henderson to open the scoring.The goal silences Selhurst Park in the process.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Beto (Everton)Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Everton40. We may have seen one of the misses of the season.It has all got a bit scrappy and the ball breaks to Sarr six yards out.He thunders it against the underside of the crossbar and it comes back out.He had to score from there.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Everton35. It is interesting how the two teams have set up today.Alcaraz is looking to test Henderson from distance constantly.Palace put a dangerous ball into the box, which The Toffees fail to clear, but they get lucky as the referee awards a free kick.It looked like Tarkowksi lost his footing and was not fouled at all.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Everton30. Almost a big chance for The Toffees.As Harrison puts in a deep cross into the box, Lindstrom meets it deep of the back post, trying to pick out Beto.Henderson does brilliantly to cut it out but is clattered by Lacroix as the two try to prevent the danger.Copy linkCopied More

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      Brighton vs Chelsea LIVE RESULT: Minteh’s double and Mitoma’s OUTRAGEOUS goal see Seagulls dominate Blues at the Amex

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      YANKUBA MINTEH scored twice as Brighton beat Chelsea for the second time in a week.Just six days after a 2-1 win sent the Blues crashing out of the FA Cup, Brighton dominated on their way to a 3-0 win. Karou Mitoma opened the scoring with a BRILLIANT touch and finish before Minteh scored one in each half.Chelsea were atrocious – they managed ZERO shots on target despite having 70 PER CENT possession.Kick off time: 8pm GMTTV channel: Sky Sports Main EventLive stream: NOW/Sky Sports appCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Horror return to old clubHe was booed from start to finish, with the Brighton fans not hiding their feelings about Marc Cucurella.At first, he found it amusing but as each goal went in his night became more of a nightmare.Leaving a club for better things and to win silverware does not cut the mustard when you return and are handed a hiding by your ex-employers.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedHaving a Fab time at Amex StadiumAfter tonight’s impressive win, the manager spoke with Sky Sports who asked if he thought this was the perfect performance:I wouldn’t say it was a complete performance. Sometimes we became too passive. We changed it in the second-half and that was key today. Defending was key, in the Premier League if you have the mindset you can defend then you can score goals at the other end. I give the best for the success of the club and my players, that is what I always promise myself.Fabian HurzelerBrightonCopy linkCopiedTime to shine for BrightonThe Seagulls showed some fantastic form at the start of the season that saw them, at one stage, in the top four.Hurzeler needs to use this victory to find that consistency again.If Brighton can do that, they can really push on and try to secure some European football next campaign.Copy linkCopiedSeagulls flying high in the leagueBrighton have moved into eighth spot with victory tonight.They are now only six points behind fourth placed Chelsea.Fabian Hurzeler’s side really have a chance to push on from this moment and do something special in the Premier League this season.Another European campaign on the horizon would be some achievement for the young manager’s first season in charge.Credit: AlamyCopy linkCopiedBlues need to right wrongs quicklyWith some tough fixtures coming up, Chelsea have no time to feel sorry for themselves.Maresca’s side have to travel to both Aston Villa and Arsenal in the coming weeks, with victories desperately needed.Should they only qualify for one of Europe’s lesser trophies again, that simply isn’t good enough for a club of this size.Copy linkCopiedBoss fails to let defeat affect mindsetSpeaking with Sky Sports after the match, the Chelsea manager laid out his thoughts on tonight’s game:With fourteen games to go, we need to do much better than we did tonight. In terms of controlling the game or keep possession, we did that. We arrive quite well to the edge of the box but we struggled from there. Fortunately, we are still in a good position and we have to finish in the best way.Enzo MarescaChelseaCopy linkCopiedMaresca’s side freeze on big stageOn a freezing cold evening in Brighton, The Blues really failed to deliver in a game they needed to win.While they stay in fourth spot, for now, the chasing pack will have the chance to displace them from that coveted Champions League spot.Having lost here in the FA Cup last weekend, they knew what was required of them and failed to turn up at all.You have to feel for their fans who made the trip from West London mostly, what a waste of an evening.Copy linkCopiedMitoma tears Blues apartThe Brighton winger opened the scoring this evening with a contender for the goal of the month competition.Verbruggen’s long ball was pulled out of the air by the Japanese winger before a delightful curling shot to beat the Chelsea keeper.Whenever The Seagulls got the ball to him, he was causing Maresca’s side all sorts of problems.Turning down that offer from Saudi in the January transfer window seems some shrewd business right now.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedWest Londoners humbled on south coastOver the years, Chelsea have poached managers, coaches and players from Brighton for some huge money.However, you would think it was the other way around if you watched this game tonight.At some point, the owners may start to ask questions of Maresca and whether this squad has improved at all from the one Pochettino had last season.Copy linkCopiedNow I’m a BalebaCarlos Baleba was a very close second for the man of the match award this evening.He physical presence, tackling and hunger to get forward caused Chelsea problems all evening.Despite the fact he was going up against two opposing centre midfielders who cost in excess of £200m, he really showed them up tonight.Copy linkCopiedBlues fold like a pack of cardsThis was a dismal display from the West London outfit.Rarely will you see a top-flight side fail to register a single shot on target over the course of a game but Chelsea have achieved that.Despite dominating possession, there is just nothing about this team at all.Anyone who thinks this will blossom into one of Europe’s finest teams may need to consider drugs counselling.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedFT: Brighton 3-0 ChelseaThis has been nothing short of a humbling this evening.Chelsea failed to have a single shot on target in this game.Brighton controlled this match after opening the scoring through Mitoma.Copy linkCopiedFT: Brighton 3-0 ChelseaThe referee brings the game to a close.It is an emphatic victory for Fabian Hurzeler’s side.For Chelsea, a definite night to forget.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea90+4. The home fans are cheering every touch now.The ultimate insult for these Chelsea players.Imagine being a Blues’ fan and having got into it with your girlfriend for leaving her alone tonight so you could come to this game.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea90+2. Mitoma has been awarded the man of the match award.The Japanese winger has been sensational this evening.That said, so many of the Brighton players have been on form this evening.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea90. You would not want to sit by Maresca on that bus home.If looks could kill, Brighton would be playing against two of three players if it were the case.We are going to have six added minutes.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea88. What a save from Verbruggen for the hosts.As the ball is crossed in from the right wing, Webster slides in to intercept and sends it towards his own goal.The keeper turns it around the post with an outstretched leg.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea86. This will go down as one of Chelsea’s worst defeats this season.They have offered nothing whatsoever in the final third.Granted, they have strikers out injured but for the money they have spent, this is not good enough.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea84. Almost a fourth goal for the hosts.Veltman makes a late run into the box and his shot strikes the post and comes back into play.Chelsea were appealing for offside but as the replay showed, it would have stood.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea82. Palmer is penalised for a foul.The Chelsea fans are all heading out of the Amex Stadium, planning their trips back to West London.Even if you are single, this was a terrible way to spend Valentines’ night.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea80. Chelsea are just fouling all of the time now.Whenever Brighton look to hold the ball up, one of Maresca’s players comes flying in with a challenge.Considering what they are producing, Todd Boelhy’s £1.3bn spend has been for nothing.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea78. Brighton will take a lot of confidence from the last week.These two wins over Chelsea could act as a springboard to the remainder of their season. Having dropped out of form of late, that is now all forgotten.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea76. Pedro is bundled over and wins his side a free-kick.Chelsea are just looking more and more frustrated.Another Brighton goal would demoralise the visitors.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea74. Gomez and Pedro have come on for the hosts.They replace Hinshelwood and Rutter.Jorgensen scuffs a goal kick straight to the striker but his first-time shot sails over the target.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 3-0 Chelsea72. Brighton are just picking off Chelsea on the break.As a move for the visitors breaks down, suddenly The Seagulls are away.Mitoma has it and gets a sight of goal but his shot is straight at Jorgensen.To be fair, that seems the only way to get a save out of a Chelsea keeper this season.Copy linkCopied More

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      Match for Hope 2025 LIVE SCORE: KSI and IShowSpeed’s star-studded teams face off in huge charity match – latest updates

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      MATCH for Hope is here, and there are some huge names taking part in Qatar!Team Chunkz and IShowSpeed will go head-to-head with Team KSI and AboFlah in a blockbuster charity match.Football legends such as Thierry Henry, Andres Iniesta and David Silva will feature alongside some of the biggest names on the internet.Kick off time: 5pm GMT/8pm local timeFREE live stream: Chunkz’s official YouTube channelTeam Chunkz x IShowSpeed: Thogden, Tobi Brown, Harry Pinero, Manny Brown, AJ Shabeel, Andres Iniesta, David Silva, IShowSpeed, Chunkz, Taiyo, Kimura, Eman SV2.Team KSI x AboFlah: David Vujanic, KSI, Danny Aarons, Angry Ginge, Miniminter, Andrea Pirlo, Alessandro Del Piero, Musaed Al Fouzan, Billy Wingrove, AboFlah, Thierry Henry.Donate to Education Above All FoundationFollow our live blog below…Waiting gameWe’re still waiting for the live stream to kick off and the 10,000-plus people waiting on Chunkz’s YiouTube channel are not taking to it too kindly… We’re sure the stream will kick in any second now.Copy linkCopiedOne hour to go!Match for Hope 2025 kicks off in one hour!The match is available to watch for free on Chunkz’s Youtube channel.Stay tuned to this page to catch all the actions as it happens.Copy linkCopiedBREAKING: Match for Hope 2025 lineups confirmedTeam Chunkz x IShowSpeed: Thogden; Tobi Brown, Harry Pinero, Manny Brown, AJ Shabeel; Andres Iniesta, David Silva; IShowSpeed, Chunkz, Taiyo, Kimura; Eman SV2.Team AboFlah x KSI: David Vujanic; KSI, Danny Aarons, Angry Ginge, Miniminter; Andrea Pirlo, Alessandro Del Piero, Musaed Al Fouzan; Billy Wingrove, AboFlah, Thierry Henry.Copy linkCopiedWinner stays on!Watch as Chunkz gives his verdict on who is the best midfielder in the world.Copy linkCopied30 Minutes until lineupsWith just two hours until Match for Hope 2025 kicks off the starting lineups for Team Chunkz x Team IShowSpeed and Team AboFlah x Team KSI will be out shortly.Stay tuned to this page to find out who starts as soon as they’re in.Copy linkCopiedTIM CAHILL spills the secrets behind Everton’s turnaround under David MoyesThe Everton legend will be the assistant manager for Team Chunkz x IShowSpeedCopy linkCopiedEXCLUSIVE Mauricio Pochettino interviewWatch as Team Chunkz x IShowSpeed manager Mauricio Pochettino gives his thoughts on the current situation at former club Tottenham HotspurCopy linkCopiedSpeed working on his shooting ahead of tonight’s matchSpeed might need a bit of work on his finishing before kick-off…Copy linkCopiedKSI mocked by Team Chunkz x IShowSpeedWatch as Team Chunkz and IShowSpeed take the mick out of KSI’s new song “Thick Of It” in the pre-match press conference.Copy linkCopiedWho are the influencers to look out for?Football influencer Billy Wingrove, one half of F2Freestlyers, will certainly be one influencer to keep an eye on. Wingrove spent time in Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur academies as a youngster and has a wand of a left foot.Members of British Youtube group The Sidemen who will be involved include, KSI, Behzinga, Miniminter and Tobi Brown.From America, popular streamers, IShowSpeed and Fanum aren’t renowned for their football skills but should provide an entertainment factor and viral moments during the match.Copy linkCopiedWhat happened last year?Last year’s edition of Match for Hope was filled with goals with team Chunkz emerging 7-5 victors over team Aboflah in a highly entertaining affair. The sides were managed by Arsene Wenger and Antonio Conte respectively.The 2024 edition saw the likes of Eden Hazard, Roberto Carlos, Didier Drogba, David Villa and Kaka taking part in the charity event.Both Didier Drogba and David Villa left with braces and viral moments were created, with IShowSpeed missing an open goal after being squared the ball by Eden Hazard.Copy linkCopiedWhere can I watch the match?Match for Hope 2025 is expected to kick off at 5pm GMT/8pm local time, at Stadium 974 in Qatar.The match will be broadcast on BeIn Sports globally, but there is no TV coverage in the UK however, it will be streamed LIVE on Chunkz’s Youtube channel, free to watch anywhere.Stay tuned to this blog to catch all the action as it happens!Copy linkCopiedGood afternoon and welcome to SunSport’s live blog of Match for Hope!It’s matchday in Qatar as Team Chunkz x IShowSpeed and Team KSI x AboFlah go head-to-head in a huge charity match.The match brings huge social media influencers and football legends together to raise money for children’s schools in Palestine, Sudan, Mali, Rwanda, Tanzania and Pakistan.Around 22 million people watched last year’s event and $8.8 million was raised for the cause.This year you will see Thierry Henry, Andres Iniesta, Andrea Pirlo, David Silva and many more stars playing in the game.Mauricio Pochettino and Arsene Wenger will be managing the respective sides.Copy linkCopied More

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      Champions League LIVE RESULTS: Kane scores as Bayern beat Celtic, Milan lose to Feyenoord, Monaco win away at Benfica

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      HARRY KANE scored as Bayern beat Celtic in the first leg of their Champions League play-off.In a busy night of European action AC Milan lost to Feyenoord and Monaco beat 10-man Benfica.Earlier, Club Brugge picked up a crucial 2-1 win against Atlanta.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Celtic ended up as a ‘real threat’Ex-Hoops keeper Pat Bonner was impressive with their rousing finale.Bayern held on to win 2-1 but Bonner told BBC Sportsound: “(Boss) Brendan Rodgers was on the pitch to congratulate his players at the end of the match and rightly so.”Celtic were a real threat at the end. “Maeda chased down every ball and rushed them. They showed they can compete against a top team.”Daizen Maeda was frustrated afterwards, having netted Celtic’s replyCredit: SNSCopy linkCopiedCeltic have ‘very very slim chance’Ex-Scotland winger Pat Nevin believes Daizen Maeda’s late reply has changed Celtic’s task from Mission Impossible to Mission Highly Unlikely.Michael Olise’s 45th-minute stunner and a typical Harry Kane finish underlined Bayern’s domination of possession.But Maeda gobbled up a 78th-minute loose ball to leave the Scottish champs 2-1 down for the play-off return leg in Germany.Ex-Chelsea star Nevin told BBC Radio 5 live: “I would say at 2-0 it was bordering on impossible but at 2-1 there’s a chance.”It’s a very, very slim chance but the spirit that Celtic showed in the last 15 minutes will stand them in good stead for the second-leg.”Bayern scorer Kane and Celtic keeper Schmeichel were both influentialCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedTonight’s results – with Celtic beaten and Milan stunnedCeltic 1-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest – Benfica hold on to winFT: Celtic 1-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanFT: Monaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest – Celtic sunkCeltic face a daunting second-leg task after losing 2-1 at home to Bayern in tonight’s play-off. FT: Celtic 1-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest – Celtic push for leveller Celtic have mounted a decent stab at grabbing a leveller.But we’re deep in stoppage time now.Meanwhile, Kyle Walker has continued to hae a torried evening for AC Milan against Feyenoord’s Paixão.And one Walker slip almost let in the Dutch side’s key attacker for his second goal.Celtic 1-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedMaeda big differenceThat Maeda goal has done just Celtic Park wanted.Celtic look a transformed side as they put pressure under pressure in search of an equaliser.Yang and Jota have been lively subs for the home side.Celtic 1-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedDaizen nets for Celtic!Celtic’s main threat Maeda pounced from close range on 79 minutes to give them hope.Yang Hyun-Jun managed to squeeze in a shot, with Maeda polishing off the loose ball.Celtic 1-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaMaeda hails his goal that set up a frenzied finaleCredit: PACopy linkCopiedMenacing Maeda comes aliveWideman Maeda has suddenly threatened two or three times.But it’s almost make-or-break time for his Celtic side as they attempt to launch a storming finale.Celtic 0-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedSchmeichel keeps Celtic in itKeeper Schmeichel foiled Serge Gnabry as a third Celtic goal continued to look more likely than a Celtic fightback.But Daizen Maeda then beat Bayern stopper Manuel Neuer to the ball, only to find the angle too too tight as the Japan winger screwed his shot across goal. Celtic 0-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Celtic VAR woe explained by UefaBayern have had a huge and controversial escape.Dayot Upamecano appeared to stand on Arne Engels’ foot – leaving Celtic convinced it was a penalty.Dayot Upamecano clearly made major impact on Arne EngelsCredit: SNSBut VAR decided otherwise.And Uefa stated: “The Bayern Munich player [Upamecano] played the ball in a fair manner before the contact between the players.” Celtic 0-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC Milan Monaco 0-1 BenficaEngels flew to the floor by VAR said no spot-kickCredit: SNSCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Monaco red & Benfica leadMonaco have had a doubly disastrous start to the second period.Vangelis Pavlidis fired visitors Benfica in front with a low-right-footed finish on 48 minutes.Then Al Musrati saw red just four minutes later for his second booking.Celtic 0-2 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-1 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Kane doubles Bayern leadCeltic gifted Harry Kane far too much time on the left.And he lashed home neatly to confirm Bayern’s superiority. HT: Celtic 0-2 Bayern MunichHT: Feyenoord 1-0 AC MilanHT: Monaco 0-0 BenficaHarry Kane drilled home Bayern’s second goalCredit: ReutersKane hailed his 49th minute strikeCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Kimmich tests SchmeichelJoshua Kimmich fired a stinging shot too close to Kasper Schmeichel as Bayern chase a second goal.Meanwhile, Kyle Walker is struggling for AC Milan.The loanee from Man City is finding it tough to control Feyenoord danger man Igor Paixão.Celtic 0-1 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaKyle Walker is enduring a tough night against Igor PaixaoCredit: RexCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Olise stunner puts Bayern in frontMichael Olise cracked a 45th-minute wonder goal to finally put Bayern ahead at Celtic Park. The winger tried to cut inside and got a lucky rebound from Greg Taylor to last a top-corner openerHT: Celtic 0-1 Bayern MunichHT: Feyenoord 1-0 AC MilanHT: Monaco 0-0 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Kane closeKasper Schmeichel got down sharply to save a Harry Kane header with his feet.But the England skipper might actually be relieved to see the offside flag go up.That’s because the ex-Spurs striker Kane clearly should have netted.Celtic remain under heavy pressure. Feyenoord’s opening score Paixão has just hit the bar against AC Milan.Celtic 0-0 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaHarry Kane had this header saved by Kasper SchmeichelCredit: SNSCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Bayern in controlSince Celtic had a goal after just 30 seconds ruled out, Bayern have pretty much pressed forward at will.Meanwhile, Feyenoord are sitting back on their 1-0 advantage over AC Milan Celtic 0-0 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaHarry Kane has threatened for BayernCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Celtic strugglingBayern have dominated possession so far at a raucous Celtic Park.And Nicolas Kuhn made a vital block in his own box as the Germans threatened to move in front.Celtic 0-0 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Feyenoord aheadIgor Paixao cut in from the left to fire Feyenoord in front against AC Milan in the third minute.But Milan keeper Mike Maignan let it slip through his grasp – a huge error. Celtic 0-0 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 1-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaBrazilian forward Paixao celebrates his Feyenoord openerCredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedLatest scores – Celtic goal ruled outNicolas Kuhn smashed home what looked a superb winner for Celtic inside the FIRST MINUTE.But Adam Idah was ruled offside.Celtic 0-0 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 0-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaCopy linkCopiedWe’re under way…Latest scores:Celtic 0-0 Bayern MunichFeyenoord 0-0 AC MilanMonaco 0-0 BenficaCopy linkCopiedGust of winGustaf Nilsson’s 94th-minute penalty nicked a 2-1 first-leg win for Club Brugge at home to Atalanta.W’re just minutes away from tonight’s other three tiesGustaf Nilsson tucked away a confident spot-kick winnerCredit: RexCopy linkCopiedPulisic aims to sink DutchEx-Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic will be on the right of an fearsome-looking AC Milan attack at Feyenoord.Fellow big-name Rafael Leão will be on the opposite flank – with Santiago Gimenez an under-rated menace down the middle.Feyenoord (4-3-3): Wellenreuther; Read, Beelen, Hancko, Smal; Moder, Milambo, Timber; Hadj Moussa, Ueda, Paixão. Subs: Andreev, Ka; Bueno, Ivanušec, Carranza, Mitchell, ‘T Zand, Osman, Van Den Elshout, Giersthove, Redmond. Coach: Bosschaart.AC Milan (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Walker, Thiaw, Pavlović, Hernández; Fofana, Reijnders; Pulisic, João Félix, Leão; Gimenez. Subs: Sportiello, Torriani; Bartesaghi, Gabbia, Terracciano, Tomori; Abraham, Camarda, Chukwueze. Coach: Conceição. Christian Pulisic and Co prepare to face Feyenoord in RotterdamCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAmazin’ Daizen lift for CelticCeltic boss Brendan Rodgers admitted it was a “big surprise” to have star winger Daizen Maeda available tonight.The Japan star has had a two-game ban for a red card against Young Boys halved on appeal.Rodgers said: “He’s a really pivotal player for us.”Maeda, 27, starts against Bayern in the play-off first legDaizen Maeda warms up ahead of facing BayernCredit: SNSCopy linkCopiedSchmeichel boost for HoopsKeeper Kasper Schmeichel is back for Celtic after missing a match for the first time this season.The ex-Prem title-winner with Leicester, 38, missed Saturday’s 5-0 Scottish Cup win over Raith Rovers with a back problem.And Celtic have made mass changes from that stroll.Only Callum McGregor, Daizen Maeda and Nicolas Kuhn retain their starting spots.January recruit Jota is on the Celtic bench.Kasper Schmeichel acknowledged fans as he walked in tonightCredit: GettyCopy linkCopied More