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      Southampton 0 Newcastle 1 LIVE RESULT: Magpies close in on Carabao Cup final as Joelinton’s strike sinks 10-man Saints

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      NEWCASTLE will take a one goal advantage to St. James’ Park after beating Southampton in the first leg.Joelinton’s close range strike was enough for the Magpies to secure the win.
      And their life was made easier when Duje Caleta-Car got himself sent off for a reckless challenge on Allan Saint-Maximin.

      RESULT: Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      Live stream: NOW TV
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event
      Southampton XI: Bazunu; Walker-Peters, Lyanco, Caleta-Car, Salisu; Diallo Alcaraz; Ward-Prowse, Djenopo, Orsic; Mara
      Newcastle XI: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock; Almiron, Wilson, Joelinton

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      Goodnight from St Mary’s
      Newcastle were heavy favourites to win the game and they finally made their quality count late on following Joelinton’s goal.
      Southampton gave as good as they got in the second half and will be devastated not to go to St James’ Park at least on level terms.
      Not only because their disallowed goal but also because of Adams’ great chance at 0-0.
      But Howe’s side continue their exceptional season and will have a full week to recover before the second leg next Tuesday.
      Until then, goodnight.
      Howe pleased with the result
      Eddie Howe refused to get carried away despite Newcastle moving a step closer to reaching the Carabao Cup final.
      He said: “It was a tough game, both teams had their moments. I’m pleased to win the game, but we know it’s only half-time.
      “We created chances today, we weren’t clinical until Jo’s goal, but it happens, I can’t be critical.
      “Nick made some saves at the end, but there’s still a lot to play in the tie.”
      Reaction from Bruno and Pope
      Bruno said: “We played very well, we controlled the game but we missed some chances we can’t miss.
      “I’m proud of the team today. One goal is important, of course we could score more.
      “I would like to say thank you to Nick Pope for saving us, I think he’s the best goalkeeper in the world.”
      Pope said: “A lot of work goes into the clean sheets. That aspect of our game we put a lot of hard work into that.”

      FT. Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      Following a poor opening 45 minutes, the game burst into life midway through the second half.
      Ultimately, Joelinton’s goal puts Newcastle in pole position to reach their first major final for 24 years.
      But Southampton will feel aggrieved after Armstrong’s equaliser was chalked off.
      Regardless, with 10 clean sheets in their last 11 games, Howe’s men will be confident of making it to Wembley next month.

      FT. Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      Newcastle pushed hard for a second goal with Murphy hitting the side netting late on while Isak also missed a fine chance with the last kick of the game.
      But Howe’s side weren’t able to double their lead and have to settle for a 1-0 victory.

      Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      90. We’re into five minutes of added time.
      Newcastle going all out to score a second and potentially put this tie to bed.
      Southampton hoping for no further damage.
      Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      87. Southampton are down to ten men.
      Saint-Maximin goes on a trademark run and Caleta-Car brings him down and receives his second yellow card.
      Bruno is furious with the tackle and he’s also booked for descent.
      Fourth change for Southampton sees Bednarek replace Walker-Peters as Saints look to keep it at 1-0.
      Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      84. Newcastle are pushing for a second and their travelling fans are loving it.
      Meanwhile, Lyanco is booking for bringing down Bruno.
      Saint-Maximin defends his team-mate and is also carded.
      Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      75. Southampton think they’re level as they go straight up the other end and Armstrong’s deflected effort beats Pope.
      But it comes off Burn and hits his hand.
      Following a lengthy VAR check, the goal is disallowed.

      Southampton 0-1 Newcastle
      73. Totally against the run of play Newcastle take the lead.
      Isak turns Caleta-Car and makes his way into the box at ease.
      The Sweden international then squares for Joelinton, who this time can’t miss.
      It’s harsh on Southampton.

      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      72. Another superb Ward-Prowse delivery almost creates a chance for Alcarez but he just can’t get his head on it.
      Up the other end, Longstaff has half a chance from Burn’s shot.
      We’re into the final 20 minutes and both sides are searching hard for a winner.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      68. Southampton are really on top now and Howe looks to his bench to change things up.
      The Newcastle boss introduces Saint-Maximin and Isak in place of Willock and Wilson.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      67. Chances keep on coming for Southampton.
      This time Ward-Prowse’s free-kick finds its way to Adams who swerves and volleys towards goal but Pope is there again to palm away.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      65. Best chance of the game for Southampton!
      Adams is sent through and is one-on-one with Pope.
      But the Saints striker never looked confident and Pope saves with his legs.

      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      62. The game is becoming end to end.
      Edozie gets away from Trippier but can’t pick out Armstrong, much to the frustration of the home fans.
      Then straight away an excellent run and cross from Walker-Peters picks out Ward-Prowse, but he can’t guide his effort on target.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      59. Huge shout for a Southampton penalty as Walker-Peters and Willock collide.
      Despite the coming together, Stuart Attwell waves their appeals away.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      57. Newcastle should really be ahead but Southampton are continuing to get forward themselves.
      Armstrong beats a couple of challenges and fires over.
      Saints make a double change as Diallo and Orsic are replaced by Edozie and Adams.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      53. Wow! A massive miss from Joelinton.
      It’s Almiron the creator once again.
      He plays a one-two with Longstaff and his deflected cross lands at the feet of the Brazilian who has to score from six yards out.
      But he somehow blazes over with the goal gaping.
      Seconds later Newcastle have another chance as another Almiron cross causes problems, but Botman can only fire into the side netting.

      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      49. Southampton have made a promising start to the half and are on the front foot with Armstrong causing problems.
      Mara tries an acrobatic effort but he strike fires over.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      47. Another chance for Newcastle but it once again falls to the wrong man.
      Almiron does great down the left and picks out Longstaff who comes onto the ball on the edge of the box but like Willock in the first half, he can’t keep his effort down.

      Kick-off: Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      We are back underway at St Mary’s.
      No changes for either side.
      HT: Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      Quite a poor first 45 minutes of this tie.
      Newcastle have been on top with Trippier and Almiron looking a real danger down the right.
      But the away team haven’t been ruthless enough when they’ve got into good positions, which is why they’ve only tested Bazunu once.
      Southampton enjoyed a decent spell late in the half with Alcarez testing Pope from distance.
      All to play for after the break.

      HT: Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      That brings a relatively uneventful opening period to an end.
      Newcastle have been the better side, but they’ve struggled to turn their dominance into chances.
      Joelinton saw his effort ruled out for handball just before the break.

      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      45+3. Djenepo heads down the tunnel and isn’t going to be able to continue.
      On in his place is former Newcastle striker Adam Armstrong, who’s a boyhood Magpies supporter.
      Southampton 0-0 Newcastle
      45. We’ve just entered four minutes of added time at the end of the first half and Southampton have a free-kick in a decent position on the right after Pope races out of his goal and clatters into Djenepo.
      The Southampton man is down receiving treatment.

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      Fulham 0 Tottenham 1 LIVE RESULT: Kane’s record-equalling strike sees Spurs close gap on fourth place Man Utd

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      TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR have recovered from back-to-back defeats courtesy of a sweet strike from Harry Kane.Fulham looked threatening going forward for large periods of the match.
      But Kane’s low driven strike turned out to be the winner and sees him join Jimmy Greaves as Tottenham’s all-time top goal scorer.

      RESULT: Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      Live stream: NOWTV
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League
      Fulham XI: Leno; Tete, Diop, Ream, Robinson; Reed, Palhinha; Reid, Pereira, Willian; Mitrovic
      Tottenham XI: Lloris; Romero, Dier, Davies; Emerson, Hojbjerg, Bentancur, Perisic; Kulusevski, Son, Kane

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      Kane strike sinks Silva’s Fulham
      When he picked the ball up and was forced outside of the box, nothing seemed on for the England man.
      He dropped his shoulder, giving him a yard of space and looked to use the defenders in front of goal to mask his shot.
      Leno was unsighted as he bent the ball around them into the bottom corner, with the keeper rooted to the spot.
      Credit: Getty
      Hit them where it hurts
      Fulham will feel they had more of the game and could turn their momentum into anything telling.
      A sublime finish from outside the box from Harry Kane was enough to bag all the points for Spurs.
      However, Marco Silva will feel his attacking options let him down this evening.

      FT: Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      Antonio Conte goes over to the fans to celebrate his side’s win in this London derby.
      Despite the stats showing that The Cottagers slightly edged this game, Tottenham were clinical in front of goal.
      Classic away performance.

      FT: Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      Harry Kane’s goal just before half-time is enough to seal all three points for the North Londoners.
      Fulham will feel they didn’t give the best account of themselves this evening.
      That could be a big three points for Antonio Conte’s team.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      90+6. The home fans try to rally the troops with cries of ‘Come on Fulham, Come on Fulham’.
      Wilson tries to take the ball around Richarlison but slips.
      Fulham need to muster one last chance now.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      90+4. Chance for The Cottagers to break at pace.
      Cairney does well initially but cannot get the ball under control, a pity as Harry Wilson was wide open.
      Time is running out for Marco Silva’s side.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      90+2. Palhinha and Hojbjerg come together in a challenge.
      Both players are down and the Tottenham players are asking the referee what the Fulham man has to do to see a second yellow card.
      Tottenham come forward looking to kill this game off.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      90. Fulham draw a save from Hugo Lloris finally.
      The Tottenham keeper diving full-stretch to tip one around the post.
      As the visitors look to break, Robinson slips in the challenge and takes a knee to the head.
      There will be six additional minutes.
      Kulusevski comes off for Bissouma.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      88. A bad day at the office has just got worse for Fulham.
      Mitrovic gingerly walks over to the sideline.
      Willian and De Cordova-Reid come off.
      Credit: AFP
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      86. Mitrovic lays on the ground as he is caught by Eric Dier.
      The physios run onto the pitch to treat him.
      Vinicius looks set to come on for the hosts along with Harry Wilson.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      84. The home fans have been silent for far too much of this game.
      Fulham haven’t given their support enough to get behind.
      Silva will feel they should have tested a questionable Tottenham defence far more here today.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      82. Tottenham are looking to utilise some game management for the remainder of the game.
      With a goal advantage, they know time is running out for Fulham.
      They will do whatever they can do control the game and run down the clock.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      80. Kenny Tete comes off for Manor Solomon.
      Tottenham cross with the ball finally dropping to the feet of Harry Kane.
      He turns and shoots in an instant with his effort going just wide of the post.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      78. Fulham are playing some nice football.
      It just seems there is no end product whatsoever.
      They need to put more pressure on the Tottenham goal, Hugo Lloris has had far too little to do in this game.
      Meanwhile, Bentancur is booked for demanding a second yellow card for Palhinha.
      Credit: AP
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      76. Fulham have had 70% of possession in the last ten minutes but have failed to register a shot of any form.
      Finally, the hosts get a cross in, finding Mitrovic.
      He tries to direct his header towards the back post but it is well wide of goal.
      Richarlison comes on for Son Heung-Min.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      74. Tottenham have a couple of players feeling the effects of some challenges.
      Bentancur rubbing his head while Kulusevski lays on the ground holding his ankle.
      Both seem fine to continue the game.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      72. Fulham are trying to put pressure on the Spurs back line.
      They are huffing and puffing but cannot blow down Antonio Conte’s defence in this half.
      Tottenham are almost fending them off like a boxer using his jab to keep his opponent at bay.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      70. Kulusevksi has been given the task of tracking Robinson’s bursts forward for Fulham.
      This is the problem when you play three at the back, you tend to rely on wingers to do some defending.
      Romero is shown a yellow card for a heavy challenge on Mitrovic, catching him with a high boot.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      68. Outside of football, Tim Ream really could find a career as a Robbie Savage lookalike.
      The Fulham captain is digging in to keep Tottenham at bay.
      They need to find a way to silence these away fans and get Craven Cottage bouncing again.
      Credit: Reuters
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      66. Reed makes way for Cairney.
      Tottenham are looking very comfortable as it stands.
      A goal ahead and not really being troubled by Fulham’s attacking play in the final third.
      Marco Silva really needs to find a false nine to play off Mitrovic.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      64. Maybe Marco Silva is reading this.
      Tom Cairney looks set to be introduced to the game.
      A regular starter in their Championship campaign, Cairney has rarely featured in the Premier League.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      62. Willian seems to struggling against Royal this half.
      The Tottenham full back isn’t diving in as much which prevents the Fulham man skipping past him.
      Marco Silva will be thinking about what changes he can make to effect this game right about now.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      60. Tottenham are starting to knock on the door now.
      They opt for short corners before getting the delivery into the box which seems to cause Fulham more problems.
      Silva’s side are just happy to clear their lines at the moment.
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      58. The away fans are making themselves heard.
      Kulusevski gets away from Robinson but he recovers at the cost of a Tottenham corner.
      Kane manages to find some space in the box as he meets it with his head but Leno tips over the bar.
      Credit: AP
      Fulham 0-1 Tottenham
      56. Willian looks to come away with the ball for Fulham but Royal puts in a good challenge to put it into touch.
      Spurs are trying to double-up on the former Chelsea man when he has the ball.
      The hosts get another cross into the box but cannot find Mitrovic and Lloris gathers.
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      Arsenal 3 Man Utd 2 LIVE RESULT: Nketiah bags last-minute winner after lengthy VAR check in Prem title boost – reaction

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      EDDIE NKETIAH’S winner has given Arsenal all three points in a thriller against Manchester United.The Red Devils took the lead and then thought they had a point, but two goals from Nketiah and a stunner from Bukayo Saka saw the Gunners maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League table.
      Lisandro Martinez netted his first goal for United, while Rashford’s opener was a stunner for the ages, but Arsenal proved in the last half hour why they are at the summit of the table.
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      Surprise package at halfway point
      As Arsenal officially reach the middle of their season, their return of 50 points from 19 games really sets the benchmark for the rest of the league.
      If anyone wishes to dethrone The Gunners, they will need to aim for something similar in the second half of the Premier League season.
      As it stands, Mikel Arteta’s side show no signs of letting up, but their next five games will be their toughest test to date.
      Guardiola and co are waiting in the wings to take on the pretenders to their throne.
      Testing time ahead for Gunners
      While Mikel Arteta’s side keep passing the tests that are thrown in front of them, the next five games will prove integral to their ambitions on winning the title.
      The re-arranged game against the reigning champions thrown in the mix, they travel to both Everton and Aston Villa also.
      That added with two games against Man City, could really dictate how the rest of their season is going to go.

      Skipper creates Messiah complex
      Martin Odegaard has become an integral part to this Arsenal side as he pulls the strings for Arteta.
      He manages to effect the game in key areas, linking the midfield with the attacking line.
      Putting pressure on the United defence, his bursting runs penned the visitors into their own box, creating space for the players around him.

      Ready Eddie steps up for Gunners
      The world around them was seemingly crashing down around them when Arsenal fans heard the news of Gabriel Jesus’ knee injury.
      Gunners’ fans feared they lacked the firepower to replace their new signing in the final third.
      However, Eddie Nketiah is proving all the critics wrong as he continues he provide the important goals to keep his side moving towards some long-awaited silverware.
      Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      FT: Arsenal 3-2 Man Utd
      As ‘Rockin’ All Over the World’ rings out the speaker system at The Emirates, the Arsenal squad celebrate their win.
      Five points clear at the top of the table, it is surely in Arsenal’s hands now to break the normal status quo of the Premier League.
      As the stats show, they dominated the game, had they not shot like stormtroopers it could have been a completely different scoreline for Arteta’s side.

      FT: Arsenal 3-2 Man Utd
      The referee brings the game to a close.
      Arsenal reach fifty points for the Premier League season.
      What a huge win this is for Mikel Arteta and his team.
      Arsenal 3-2 Man Utd
      90+4. Garnacho has come on for the visitors.
      Desperate to find an equalising goal in what time is left.
      Holding comes on for Odegaard for The Gunners.
      Nketiah looks to run the clock down in the corner.
      Arsenal 3-2 Man Utd
      90+2. The goal stands and The Emirates erupts.
      Arsenal will be stretching their lead at the top of the table.
      What a time to score a winning goal from Nketiah.
      Credit: Reuters
      Arsenal 3-2 Man Utd
      90. Huge moment in this game as VAR checks this one.
      Whether Zinchenko is offside is the question.
      The lines are being drawn as we speak.
      Goal – Eddie Nketiah (Arsenal)
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      88. The replays show what a great chance that was for Eddie Nketiah.
      Had he put it either side of David de Gea it was surely a goal.
      Meanwhile, United have a corner with a chance to land their own late blow.
      As Arsenal look to break at pace, Wan-Bissaka is penalised for a foul on the England wide man.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      86. The free kick is delivered into the box and a group of players go up for the ball.
      It ricochets off McTominay and into the path of Nketiah.
      He turns and shoots but de Gea pulls off a wonderful save down to his left.
      Big chance.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd – Shaw yellow card
      84. Trossard comes on for his debut, replacing Martinelli.
      Chance to make a name for himself in front of the Arsenal faithful here.
      Shaw is shown a yellow card for a hefty challenge on Saka.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      82. Arsenal are starting to turn the screw now.
      United just cannot clear the ball at all.
      Last chance saloon defending from the visitors.
      Fernandes is on the ground holding his head, so play is stopped.
      Credit: AFP
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      80. Martinelli tries a shot from distance but it is headed clear by Martinez for a corner.
      Saka’s ball is headed clear but Nketiah tries to beat Wan-Bissaka in the box who slides in and wins the ball.
      A lot of the ground were already screaming for a penalty but that was a fair challenge by the ex-Crystal Palace man.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      78. It is getting to that time of the game now where if you do want to win this, you need to do something magical.
      Rashford almost capitalises on a loose pass back towards Ramsdale with the England forward going to ground.
      VAR checked the incident and there is no case to answer.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      76. Arsenal send out the subs to get warmed up.
      Arteta may be tempted to bring new signing Trossard on to try and get that winning goal.
      The Spaniard didn’t make any changes in search of the three points against Newcastle here recently.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      74. Arsenal are trying to exert some pressure on United.
      Switching play back and fore to try and find the right ball.
      United are managing to keep the door closed however.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      72. Great crossfield ball is controlled by Martinelli out on the touchline.
      He beats two United players and darts into the box but slightly overhits the ball and is beaten to the ball.
      Great inventive play by the Brazilian.
      Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd – Saka chance
      70. For the neutral, a draw opens the title race up more.
      No one wants to see a big gap at the top of the table.
      Although, anyone stopping Man City’s stranglehold of the title is never a bad thing.
      Saka tries the same again but this time Eriksen gets a slight deflection which takes it onto the outside of the post.
      Antony comes off for Fred for United.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      68. Partey is penalised for a trip on Weghorst.
      United break with Shaw down the left which Tomiyasu blocks for a throw in.
      It looks like Fred is going to be coming on for the visitors.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd – Odegaard chance
      66. United will be pleased with their ability to get back into this game after being a goal down to the league leaders.
      Showing more grit in their game from where they have been in previous seasons.
      Arsenal are struggling to play through the United press.
      Odegaard finds the ball break to him just inside the box but his shot is blocked by Christian Eriksen.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      64. It has become very scrappy all of a sudden.
      Both sides are trying to get forward at all costs.
      This game has more goals in it the way it is being played this afternoon.
      Credit: Reuters
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      62. Martinez’s goal has silenced the home contingent.
      With still half an hour to go, this game could go either way.
      United are starting to press Arsenal high up the pitch and are getting some joy from this Gunners’ defence.
      Arsenal 2-2 Man Utd
      60. Eriksen’s corner isn’t dealt with by Ramsdale.
      Martinez dives in to head the ball, looping it over the keeper and players in his way.
      That is a huge goal for Erik ten Hag’s side.
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      Al Nassr vs Ettifaq LIVE: All eyes on Cristiano Ronaldo as he makes his official debut in Saudi’s top division – TV info

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is all set to make his official debut in Saudi top-flight football – and a win could fire Al Nassr to the top of the table TODAY.Ronaldo, 37, has already had a run-out in a mouth-watering midweek friendly with French giants Paris Saint-Germain.
      And the Portuguese legend shone in a match full of superstars after scoring a brace alongside winning man of the match.
      But now that the fun is over, Ronaldo will readjust his focus on a mid-table Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League.
      As victory for Al Nassr would see them leap above league leaders Al-Ittihad.
      When is Al Nassr vs Ettifaq?

      Cristiano Ronaldo will make his Al Nassr debut against Ettifaq TODAY – Sunday, January 22.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 5:30pm UK time – 8:30pm local time.
      Mrsool Park is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host approximately 25,000 fans.
      It ended 2-2 when the sides met in March last year.

      Is Al Nassr vs Ettifaq on TV?

      Unfortunately, Al Nassr’s crucial match against Ettifaq will NOT be broadcast live on TV in the UK.
      However, Shahid have an international stream which subscription members can catch the action on.
      Or, you can follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the entire game.

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      Arsenal vs Man Utd LIVE: Team news as McTominay starts for United, Gunners name unchanged team from Spurs win – latest

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      ARSENAL have named an unchanged team from their win over Tottenham in the Premier League for the visit of Manchester United.Scott McTominay, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Wout Weghorst are all in for United, due to suspensions and injuries.
      Arsenal will be out for revenge against United after the Red Devils beat them at Old Trafford back in September.

      Kick-off time: 4:30pm GMT
      Live stream: NOW TV
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League
      Arsenal XI: Ramsdale, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko, Partey, Xhaka, Odegaard, Saka, Nketiah, Martinelli.
      Man Utd XI: De Gea, Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Martinez, Shaw, Eriksen, McTominay, Antony, Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, Weghorst.

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      Victory rests on squad being United
      Prior to their draw midweek against Crystal Palace, United had won nine games on the bounce in all competitions.
      A win would make it a sixth on the road for the Red Devils, the other five have all come by a single goal margin.
      ten Hag’s side are in danger of dropping points in two consecutive league games for the first time since their opening two fixtures of the league campaign.
      Gunning for success at home
      Arsenal have scored in 17 of their 18 home fixtures this season.
      Bukayo Saka is looking to score against United in a third consecutive Premier League game, a feat only ever achieved by Freddie Ljungberg and Thierry Henry.
      Gabriel Martinelli has contributed towards 10 goals in his last 10 games at The Emirates, scoring six and assisting four.
      Credit: AFP
      Man Utd subs:
      22. Heaton, 2. Lindelof, 5. Maguire, 12. Malacia, 17. Fred, 73. Mainoo, 28. Pellistri, 36. Elanga, 49. Garnacho
      Man Utd starting XI:
      One change for Erik ten Hag’s side with the enforced change with the suspension of Casemiro, Scott McTominay replacing him.
      1. de Gea, 29. Wan-Bissaka, 19. Varane, 6. Martinez, 23. Shaw, 14. Eriksen, 39. McTominay, 21. Antony, 8. Fernandes, 10. Rashford, 27. Weghorst
      Credit: @ManUtd
      Arsenal subs:
      30. Turner, 3. Tierney, 18. Tomiyasu, 16. Holding, 23. Lokonga, 21. Viera, 10. Smith Rowe, 27. Marquinhos, 19. Trossard
      Arsenal starting XI:
      Mikel Arteta names the same line-up that got all three points at Tottenham in their last outing.
      1. Ramsdale, 4. White, 12. Saliba, 6. Gabriel, 35. Zinchenko, 8. Odegaard, 5. Partey, 34. Xhaka, 7. Saka, 14. Nketiah, 11. Martinelli
      Credit: @Arsenal
      Game to make a statement with
      This will be the third time Arsenal have hosted Man Utd while top of the table, the two other occasions ended in draws.
      Having won five of their six games against the ‘top six’ this season, The Gunners have not won five games against such opposition since the 2007/08 campaign.
      Arteta’s side failed to score in their most recent home game against Newcastle, the last time they failed to do so in two consecutive home games was in November 2020.
      No time to rest up
      Despite a dominant 2-0 win against their fierce rivals from North London, where Thomas Partey rattled the woodwork too, the win extended Arsenal’s lead at the top to eight points.
      After defeat in the Manchester derby, Pep Guardiola’s side were keen to get back to winning ways.
      That gap has been cut back down to five after City recorded their own win over Spurs, having to come from 2-0 down at half-time to register a 4-2 victory.
      Gunners dominating match ups
      Mikel Arteta’s side have won five of their past seven home league matches against the Red Devils.
      11 of their 17 wins in this fixture have been when the games have taken place on a Sunday.
      In their last nine league matches away against Arsenal, United have failed to score on six occasions.
      Dutchman realises size of challenge
      The Man Utd manager spoke about what Arsenal pose his side this afternoon with their talisman Casemiro:
      Last time we beat Arsenal without Casemiro, so we have an idea of how to do it. It’s obvious they are in a really good run, I think they deserve the position where they are now. It’s a really good structure, there’s a really good mentality, winning attitude in the team, and that’s why they are now top of the league. They are in a great run but it is up to us to beat that run and we will do everything to do that.Erik ten HagMan Utd
      Keeper attacked by rival fan
      Aaron Ramsdale was kicked in the back by a supporter at the end of the North London derby after producing a man-of-the-match performance.
      The Arsenal keeper came up with a number of crucial saves against Tottenham before being targeted by a spectator, who has since been charged with assault.
      A Hugo Lloris own goal and a Martin Odegaard goal were enough to see Arteta’s side to take all three points in the tense derby.
      Gunners able to open up gap
      Mikel Arteta’s side have the chance to open up an 11-point gap over Man Utd with victory in front of The Gunner’s faithful this afternoon.
      It would see them regain their 8-point gap over second-placed Man City.
      They have some vengeance to seek in this one after United inflicted their only defeat of the season in the reverse fixture earlier in the season.
      Welcome to Arsenal vs Man Utd
      Table-topping Arsenal welcome Man Utd to The Emirates stadium today, looking to seek revenge on the only team to beat them in the Premier League this season.
      The Gunners came through the North London derby unscathed, leaving only Gabriel Jesus as their long-term absentee.
      Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale will be fit for today’s game despite being attacked by a fan at the end of the game against Tottenham.
      Reiss Nelson is not likely to be risked as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury, Mohamed Elneny and Cedric Soares will both need assessing although neither is likely to feature in the starting line-up.
      A goal for Bukayo Saka today would see him become only the third Arsenal player to score in three consecutive games against Man Utd, joining football royalty with Freddie Ljunberg and Thierry Henry.
      New signing Leandro Trossard was registered before 12pm on Friday, meaning that he is available to make his Gunners debut today.
      Casemiro will miss this one for United today after receiving his fifth yellow card of the season for a cynical foul on Wilfried Zaha.
      Fred is expected to replace the Brazilian, while Jadon Sancho will miss the game although he has returned to training following injury.
      Diogo Dalot and Anthony Martial are doubts and their fitness will be assessed closer to kick-off, while Axel Tuanzebe and Donny van de Beek remain out, but Jack Butland will be back on the bench after being unable to face his parent club.
      Should Martial be unable to play, it is likely Wout Weghorst will come into the side, meaning Marcus Rashford dropping out wide.
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      Man City 3 Wolves 0 LIVE: Score, team news and latest updates for crucial Premier League game

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      MANCHESTER CITY host Wolves as they look to close the gap on Arsenal to just two points. City are in a serious title race with the Gunners this season, and they won’t want to slip up at home to Julen Lopetegui’s side.

      Start time: 2pm GMT
      TV/Live stream: Not televised in UK

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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Liam Smith LIVE RESULTS: SMITH WINS after massive KO shot – stream, TV channel

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      LIAM SMITH has BEATEN Chris Eubank Jr after a massive shot in the fourth round saw the Brighton man hit the canvas.Eubank Jr had a promising third round with some well-paced shots, but Smith completely rocked his opponent in the fourth with a shot to end the fight.
      Tyson Fury and David Haye are ringside in Manchester for this big bout at the AO Arena, with the winner set for a world title shot next.

      Ring walk time: 10.30pm approx
      TV channel: Sky Sports Box Office
      Live Stream: Sky Sports Box Office
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      Main event: Chris Eubank Jr vs Liam Smith – ON NOW
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      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      HUGE WIN FOR LIAM SMITH! ROUND 4 KO!
      He catches Eubank Jr in the corner and lands a barrage of punches.
      His legs go, he staggers up but he’s all over the place.
      He goes down again and the referee waves it off!
      SMITH KO IN ROUND 4. WHAT A WIN FOR THE LIVERPOOL MAN!
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      EUBANK JR DOWN! REF STOPS THE FIGHT!
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      George Groves: “You can’t stand in the middle of the ring and let Chris Eubank Jr tee of on you”
      Round 4 starts!
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 3 – Popping jabs from Eubank Jr but nothing that’s keeping Smith off or making him commit.
      Smith lunges in and tries to land a shot, which whizzes past the target.
      Another close round. Eubank Jr getting a bit sharper here and sneaks in a good uppercut.
      Smith looks to be HURT towards the end of the round! MASSIVE UPPERCUTS.
      Bell saves Smith!
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 3 – Eubank Jr will have to land his jab a bit more cleanly here to keep Smith off.
      He’s charging forward and throwing some big shots over the shoulder.
      Smith lucky as he throws a big shot to the back of Eubank Jr’s head. Ref warns him.
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 2 – Smith getting back into the round and trying to find some openings.
      Eubank Jr moving around the ring and trying to get away from the Liverpool bruiser.
      He has a strong end to the round. Another close round.
      Eubank Jr – Smith
      Round 2 – Smith looks to be the man pressing here, but Eubank Jr’s skill is coming to the forefront.
      The Brighton fighter is ducking and diving around Smith’s shots so far in this round.
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 2 – Eubank Jr wants to take the centre of the ring now and try and snap his jab out.
      His fast hands are coming through early in this second round, with a bit more sharpness.
      Smith tries to land with some big hooks of his own to respond!
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 1 – Smith charges his man and tries to smother his rival. Lots of cheers from the crowd but nothing landed.
      Eubank Jr lands a good shot but Smith shakes his head – Did it hurt him though?
      Bell goes for the end of the round. Smith probably gets it, very close.
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 1 – The pair clinch halfway through the round, sharp start from each man.
      Smith lands a good right hand and Eubank Jr fires a hook that skims his rival’s head.
      Smith has looked a bit more composed. Not a lot in it though.
      Eubank Jr vs Smith
      Round 1 – Smith and Eubank underway and the Liverpool man starts fast taking the centre of the ring.
      The crowd are behind the Scouser here.
      Eubank Jr trying to establish his jab.
      IT’S TIME!
      They’re ready to go! Both fighters in the ring!
      Fatherly glove
      Chris Eubank Sr has been a largely silent figure in son Jr’s career of late – but has broken his silence with well wishes and a warning to Liam Smth.
      Sr tweeted; “Good luck, Son. As I’ve always taught you, the harder you train, the luckier you become.
      “You started your training camp 19 years ago, so to @Liambeefysmith and your team….YOU’VE BEEN WARNED.”
      Riakporhe wins
      The victor calls out all three cruiserweight champions, Jai Opetaia, Ilunga Makabu and Lawrence Okolie.
      But we also have Chris Billam-Smith on the ring apron and ready to come into the ring.
      Riakporhe narrowly beat Billam-Smith in 2019 and the Sky Sports-signed pair could rematch down the road.
      Riakporhe wins
      With that, we are one step closer to the main-event!
      Chris Eubank Jr and Liam Smith are up next and there’s not long to go.
      And honestly, the crowd here in Manchester could do with a boost, so the ring walks are much needed.
      Riakporhe wins
      Riakporhe landed a big right hand which sent Glowacki into the corner and he reined down with punches.
      Not a lot landed clean but there was enough volume to force the ref’s hand.
      It’s Riakporhe’s biggest win – doing it two rounds quicker than Okolie – and keeps him on track for a world title shot.
      Riakporhe vs Glowacki
      Round 4 – It’s Glowacki who is taking control in this round, coming forward and looping hooks over.
      Sneaky left hand finds the target as Glowacki sneaks to the outside.
      But Riakporhe has Glowacki hurt with a right hand and the Pole is backed into the corer… AND IT’S OVER!
      Riakporhe vs Glowacki
      Round 3 – Riakporhe is stalking but not pulling the trigger.
      He goes to the body with a right hand but nothing is finding home.
      You feel the Brit needs to let his hands go better as we head into the fourth round.
      Riakporhe vs Glowacki
      Round 3 – Riakporhe is stalking but not pulling the trigger.
      He goes to the body with a right hand but nothing is finding home.
      You feel the Brit needs to let his hands go better as we head into the fourth round.
      Riakporhe vs Glowacki
      Round 2 – MASSIVE right hand stuns Glowacki and the Pole is reeling back.
      Here comes Riakporhe, who sense his man is hurt but Glowacki does well to recover there.
      Big round for Riakporhe as he found his range and landed a beautifully timed right hand, but couldn’t close the show.
      Riakporhe vs Glowacki
      Round 1 – Here we go, Riakporhe’s biggest test to date. Okolie got the job done is six, can he go one better?
      Bit of an awkward start as the clash of stances is causing the feet to come together but Glowacki does land a left over the top.
      Glowacki has Riakporhe in the corner but the Londoner shoots a good right hand down the pipe to close out a cagey opener for him.
      Up next
      Richard Riakporhe continues his quest for a world title against potentially his biggest test.
      He welcomes Polish former world champion Krzysztof Glowacki to Manchester.
      Fans will recognise Głowacki for his losing effort in 2020 to Lawrence Okolie, who won the WBO title that night.

      Essuman vs Kongo
      Judges score the bout 114-114, 1116-113, 115-114 and your winner… and STILL British and Commonwealth champion Ekow Essuman.
      It’s Essuman’s aggression which trumps Kongo’s back foot boxing style.
      Tight fight but not one that caught fire and that we’re ever likely to see again.
      Essuman vs Kongo
      Judges score the bout 114-114, 1116-113, 115-114 and your winner… and STILL British and Commonwealth champion Ekow Essuman.
      It’s Essuman’s aggression which trumps Kongo’s back foot boxing style.
      Tight fight but not one that caught fire and that we’re ever likely to see again.
      Essuman vs Kongo
      Intriguing one throughout with Kongo the sharper, more disciplined working behind his jab.
      But Essuman had his moments and landed some big shots, notably in the final stages.
      Kongo for my money does enough on points, but we’re about to see what the all important three judges think.
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      Liverpool 0 Chelsea 0 LIVE RESULT: Mudryk shines in bore draw at Anfield with both teams failing to score – latest

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      CHELSEA and Liverpool highlighted their struggles this season having played out a bore draw at Anfield.Kai Havertz came closest to breaking the deadlock before seeing his goal ruled out for offside.
      But Graham Potter will be delighted to see his January mega-money signing Mykhailo Mudryk shine on his debut.

      RESULT: Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Live stream: BT Sport
      TV channel: BT Sport 1
      Liverpool XI: Alisson; Milner, Konate, Gomez, Robertson; Keita, Bajcetic, Thiago; Elliot, Salah, Gakpo
      Chelsea XI: Arrizabalaga; Chalobah, Silva, Badiashile, Cucurella; Gallagher, Jorginho; Ziyech, Mount, Hall; Havertz

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      Recovery time…
      It has not been an easy ride for either of these teams, but a point can be something to build on for both Graham Potter and Jurgen Klopp.
      This is how the next four games look for both sides…
      Chelsea and Liverpool’s next four games
      That is all from us for coverage of today’s game on SunSport, but stay with us and check out the player ratings from today’s match up here.
      How the momentum flowed
      This is the story of the momentum in today’s game, and it reflects the back and forth nature of the tie.
      Chelsea generally had short, dominant spells, whereas Liverpool were less dangerous but for longer periods of the game, with more sustained pressure at times.
      There were chances for both sides as Liverpool drew 0-0 with Chelsea
      Man of the match
      A few good defensive performances today for both sides, namely Ibrahima Konate, Marc Cucurella and Thiago Silva.
      But it is the brilliant Brazilian who picks up the SunSport man of the match award, for another imperious display for The Blues.
      He almost had an assist for the opener, when Kai Havertz tapped home after three minutes, but that was correctly ruled out by VAR.
      Aside from that he was dominant in the air, and as great defenders do, made Badiashile look like he had been playing Premier League football for years.
      Doing all this at 38-years young, as you can never connote the word old with Thiago Silva.
      Who was your man of the match?

      Bore-draw at Anfield
      Well it wasn’t quite the exciting game we were after, and the stats probably reflect what was a cagey and tight affair at Anfield.
      Both teams looked a bit nervous and afraid of losing this one, but ultimately they will both be a bit disappointed with only one point, which could leave them 12 points away from a Champions League place.
      There were bright sparks in the game, with Mykhailo Mudryk leaving Chelsea fans with something to be excited about and Thiago Silva and Badiashile being imperious at the back.
      But, at least it’s not a loss may be the words echoed in the changing rooms of both sides, and we look forward to the rest of the games today.
      This is how the match stats looked:
      The full-time stats for Liverpool vs Chelsea
      FT. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Full-time at Anfield, and it ends all square.
      Kai Havertz had the ball in the back of the net after just three minutes, but it was ruled out by VAR.
      There were good chances for both sides, particularly falling to Benoit Badiashile and Mohammed Salah, but a 0-0 is probably a fair result.
      90+5. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Azpilicueta makes a great block to deny Darwin Nunez, but the Uruguayan danger man was offside regardless.
      90+4. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chance for Chelsea!Mudryk finds a ball through to Chukwuemeka, but the youngster can’t get his shot on target.
      90+2. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Everyone is arguing about everything right now.
      Every throw in is heavily contested, and Klopp is losing his mind at the fourth official after Nunez kicks the ball out of play and it is given as a Chelsea throw.
      90. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Five minutes of added time at the end of the second half.
      88. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      “Is there a fire drill?” Chants coming from the Chelsea fans.
      Liverpool fans are leaving early, probably in hopes to beat the traffic.
      They will regret that if there is a late winner for their side.
      86. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Inside the final five minutes of normal time, but you would expect a fair chunk of added time at the end of the second half.
      83. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Almost a chance for Chelsea, as Konate loses the ball, but Chukwuemeka slips just before he can get to it.
      80. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      A few changes for both teams.
      Azpilicueta is on for Chalobah.
      Chukwuemeka is on for Mount.
      Aubameyang replaces Kai Havertz.
      Fabinho, Henderson and Curtis Jones are on for Liverpool in replacement of Bajcetic, Gakpo and Harvey Elliott.
      78. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chalobah is down for Chelsea, and it looks as though he might have to be replaced by Cesar Azpilicueta, who will make his 500th appearance for the club.
      Chalobah gets booked while leaving the pitch.
      76. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chance for Chelsea!
      Mudryk finds Mount, who finds the ball for Ziyech to have a shot on goal.
      The shot is saved well by Alisson.
      74. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Konate catches Cucurella late this time, but avoids a yellow card from the referee.
      72. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chance for Mudryk after another great Ziyech cross.
      The Ukrainian tries to take a touch, but perhaps should have just taken the shot first time.
      70. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Ziyech whips another good ball in towards Mykahilo Mudryk at the back post, but it is cleared by the Liverpool defence.
      68. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Chance for Gakpo!The Liverpool forward receives a ball from Nunez on the edge of the box, and fires a shot on target, but it is saved by Kepa.
      66. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Mudryk absolutely burns Milner for pace on the left hand side, and the Englishman is forced to bring him down.
      Yellow card for Milner.
      64. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Almost a perfect introduction for Mykhailo Mudryk!Left foot, right foot from the Ukrainian who almost gets a debut goal!
      His shot hits the side netting, but Chelsea fans will be happy if that is a sign of things to come.
      62. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      A first change for Liverpool, which is not like for like.
      Naby Keita is off, and he is being replaced by Darwin Nunez.
      60. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Nearly a beauty from Hakim Ziyech!It is a great cross-field ball from Mason Mount to the Moroccan international, who cuts in and beats four or five Liverpool players before eventually getting a shot off.
      The shot however, flies over the bar.
      58. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Half-chance for Chelsea, as Ziyech’s ball into the box is poorly cleared by Joe Gomez to the feet of Conor Gallagher.
      Gallagher fails to take an early shot, and eventually gets a corner out of Liverpool.
      56. Liverpool 0-0 Chelsea
      Here he comes, Mykhailo Mudryk is on for Chelsea in replacement of Lewis Hall.
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