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    Sidemen Charity Match 2025 LIVE RESULT: Wembley showpiece decided by PENALTIES after 18-goal THRILLER – latest reaction

    THE Sidemen Charity Match has concluded after an 18-goal THRILLER at Wembley Stadium.KSI and his YouTube group, the Sidemen, SOLD OUT the home of English football, but their side won’t be going home with the trophy.Late drama at Wembley saw the frantic match end 9-9 and go to a penalty shootout.IShowSpeed squeezed in the winning spot kick to hand YouTube Allstars their first win in the charity match since 2017.Match result: Sidemen FC 9-9 (4-5) YouTube AllstarsSidemen FC XI: xQc, Vikkstar123, KSI, Wroetoshaw, Rober, TBJZL, Behzinga, Logan Paul, Joe Weller, Zerkaa, MiniminterYouTube Allstars XI: Skecth, Mr Beast, Angry Ginge, Max Fosh, Fanum, IShowSpeed, Chunkz, ChrisMD, Kai Cenat, Niko Omilana, Theo BakerDonateHow the two teams ratedThe ratings were as varied as the 18 goals ahead of the shootout!Click below for our verdict on the players whose efforts helped draw a crowd of 90,000-plus to Wembley as £4.7million was raised for charity.Copy linkCopied’Everybody won’Fans reckon the Wembley clash was a huge hit in all the important ways.One said: “The Sidemen may have lost the game but everybody won today.Another called it “One hell of a game” while a third added: “Unreal day and effort from everyone.”A fourth posted: “Well done guys! Another amazing charity match to remember.”Copy linkCopiedWinning portrait of SketchNo-one was more delighted than Man of the match Sketch.His key role for the YouTube AllStars peaked with a penalty save from Sidemen member Simon “Miniminter”.And of course if anyone deserved to turn a draw into a win it was a man named Sketch!Copy linkCopiedSidemen Charity Match through the yearsYouTube Allstars claimed only their second win in the Sidemen Charity Match at Wembley this afternoon. Sidemen FC still hold the record for most wins in the event with FOUR.Sidemen FC 7-2 YouTube Allstars (2016)Sidemen FC 0-2 YouTube Allstars (2017)Sidemen FC 7-1 YouTube Allstars (2018)Sidemen FC 8-7 YouTube Allstars (2022)Sidemen FC 8-5 YouTube Allstars (2023)Sidemen FC 9-9 (4-5 pen) YouTube Allstars (2025)Copy linkCopiedVikkstar reacts It wasn’t to be for Sidemen FC, but Vikkstar is thrilled with how the event went at Wembley.Copy linkCopiedHeaven ‘n ElzElz says “only Wembley can bring me back to Twitter” – after she wowed the Sidemen event with the microphone then shared her joy on the social media site.The Manchester City presenter took it as red that she’d be a huge success with fans – wearing a wonderful scarlet outfit.TShe went on X to thank Sidemen for her being there in front of 90,000 fans.And in return supporters shared their love!One posted: “You did a fantastic job and looked beautiful as always, well done!!!”Another wrote: “As per usual you were amazing so proud of you it’s been some journey.”And a third claimed: “THE DRESS IS EVERYTHING ELZ.”Copy linkCopiedAble Stable won’t forget his big day Stable Ronaldo was one of the first players online to revel in his role.He posted: “I can’t believe WE won the Sidemen charity match, God is GOOD.”Copy linkCopiedRelive the actionSunSport’s very own Alex Smith brings you a full recap of this year’s thrilling Sidemen Charity Match.Copy linkCopiedPlayer of the MatchSketch took home the award for Player of the Match after a fine display between the sticks during the shootout.The streamer was the hero for YouTube Allstars, saving Miniminter’s opening penalty, which proved to be decisive.Copy linkCopiedA reminder of the stunning ammount raised at the Sidemen Charity MatchA stunning £4,733,004 has been raised for charity!YouTube Allstars beat Sidemen FC 5-4 on penalties after their thrilling 9-9 draw required spot kicks.A highly entertaining day saw over 8million people tune into the Sidemen’s live stream of the match on YouTube.Copy linkCopiedThree-o Baker ‘thinks he is Salah’Hat-trick hero Theo Baker marked his Wembley wonder show by posting this understated snap – below.Fans called him an “absolute legend” and praised his “cracking goals”.But one reckoned: “Bro thinks he’s Mo Salah.”Copy linkCopiedIShowspeed goal is Siuu special!IShowSpeed ended his long search for a Sidemen charity goal – in front of 90,000.And after tucking in a penalty that was almost saved, the crowd chanted a Cristiano Ronaldo-style “Siuu!” celebration.He raced to the corner flag to perform the legend’s goal salute himself- and turned to be mobbed by team-mates.Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – Sidemen FC (continued)Joe Weller – 9 Opened the scoring from the penalty spot with a calmly dispatched spot kick before pulling off an UNREAL WWE celebration with Logan Paul which had clearly been very well rehearsed. Joe was the Sidemen’s answer to Theo Baker on the day, with some tasty finishes and all-round good play.Zerkaa – 5Was on the hunt for his first ever Charity Match goal and came within inches of getting after a majestic headed touch and volley after about 20 minutes. It looked as though it wasn’t gonna be his day before he superbly dispatched a penalty into the left hand side of the goal sending Wembley stadium into raptures! Miniminter – 8Clawed one back for his side from outside the box as well as generally being one of the better players on the pitch. He often looked for Zerkaa to try and help his mate score his first Charity Match goal, but he would’ve perhaps been better off going for goal himself at times. Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – Sidemen FCJME – 5Had a tough day at the office against Speed as he occupied the left-back position for Sidemen FC, but managed to add a “SERIOUS” assist to his repertoire.The best left-back on the pitch and showed some quick feet when he was driving forward with the ball.The chemistry between him and Tobi was evident and only got better as the game went on.TBJZL – 7Shook off his Match For Hope injury in time for this game, and put in a brilliant performance on the right hand side for Sidemen FC, bagging a goal from just inside the box after a defensive mix-up.You can tell he’s one of the more talented YouTubers out there. with his clean passing and dribbling skills setting him apart from the rest.Behzinga – 8Didn’t have too many touches in the first half, but came out in full force in the second.Behz has been playing regular Sunday League footy for a while now, and that seems to have paid off as he was solid on the ball and off of it in this one.Bagged a goal and assist in a superb all-round Wembley display.Logan Paul – 8His sensational celebration with Joe Weller in the first half will take most of the attention from what was an otherwise pretty good midfield showing.He was everywhere and the engine in the Sidemen midfield; closing down, making passes and doing the simple things well throughout.Even added a brilliant second-half header to his fantastic performance.Copy linkCopiedFans hail YouTube’s fantastic, fundraising ‘community’The YouTube Allstars won it on penalties – and social media won it in for charity.That’s the verdict of fans after the match scooped £4.7m.One called it a “MAD, insane achievement”Another wrote: “Absolutely insane! For a “bunch of YouTubers” Incredible stuff! Well done.”And a third continued the theme.He wrote: “Incredible achievement—£4.7 million raised for charity, a true testament to generosity and community!”Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – Sidemen FCxQc – 1To be honest, was utterly woeful in the last Sidemen Charity Match, and pretty bad in this one too – but still better than Cal The Dragon.Saved a penalty from Mr Beast to give him some props, but that was about it.Vikkstar123 – 5It was an understated performance from the 123 at right-back for Sidemen FC, as he proved to be a dependable and solid little right back in this one.He’s taken the headlines and glory in previous renditions of the game, but has evolved his game into a defensive role over the years it seems.Came so close to grabbing a goal too, but missed when it mattered most.KSI – 6After a STINKER of a showing in Qatar at the Match For Hope, he put in a good display which included a crucial last-ditch tackle on Niko Omilana.Gets bonus points for a class half-time showing of his song ‘Thick of it’ which kept the fans entertained.Wroetoshaw – 6Solid at the back for his side with some vital tackles at key moments, one in particular to deny Theo Baker from being more unbearable than he already will be after his incredible performance.Hit the post with what would’ve been a fine finish in the second half.Copy linkCopiedSidemen overjoyed with sum raisedSidemen are overjoyed with the near-£5million raised today.They posted to say they “can’t describe our graciousness and how we’re feeling right now”.Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars (continued)Niko Omilana – 4Missed an absolute SITTER to put his side in the lead with the score at 1-1, and could not finish his dinner on the day.To give him his credit, he went for some pretty audacious shots at times, noticeably coming close with a Garnacho-esque bicycle kick in the latter stages.Might make a better Prime Minister than target man.Theo Baker – 10Hat-trick hero at Wembley!Rose highest from a Chris MD corner to put his side in the lead and make it 2-1, while generally looking a class above most players on the pitch.Slammed home a lovely finish to add a fourth to his sides tally, and xQc had no answer to his ruthless finishing on the day.Rounded off his performance with an equaliser at the death which saw him bag his hat-trick!A fantastic role model for aspiring, balding, young footballers out there.Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars (continued)Chunkz – 8Chunkz showed some great moments of hold-up play in attack for the YouTube Allstars, using his quick feet and intelligence to get the better of the Sidemen defenders. It was a selfless performance from one of the planet’s great entertainers, who often looked to set up his teammates for a special moment rather than looking for glory himself, bagging an assist. The legendary entertainer was able to get himself on the scoresheet before full-time, with a simple finish into the bottom left corner. ChrisMD – 9Proved that he IS in fact a free-kick king with the goal to make it 1-1 – we wouldn’t quite say he’s at Premier League level, or better than most professionals, but he’s pretty good at them.Kai Cenat – 6Smashed home brilliantly into the roof of the net in the second half after some great work by Speed down the right. He was quiet for large spells of the game, but showed up when it mattered. Copy linkCopiedSketch hails his ‘highest’ achievement everSketch went crazy after being named man of the match.On being told of the verdict, the streamer responded: “Dude, no way! Let’s go! No way! Thank you, bro!”And asked to rank where the honour ranked, he added: “This is the highest (achievement)”. Definitely the highest.”Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars (continued)Max Fosh – 5The highlight of his day was getting a yellow card and then SHREDDING it in front of the referee.Didn’t do much on the football side of things, but as an entertainer he was top tier.Fanum – 5It’s a big ask being up against Miniminter in a charity match, with the bloke practically living and breathing futbol.That said, he actually did a pretty good job.Didn’t quite have it in him to bomb up and down the pitch, but as was defensively alright.IShowSpeed – 10HE FINALLY SCORED A GOAL!It might have been a penalty but he showed some electric pace and skill throughout the match. More often than not cannot add the finishing touch to his play, maybe some more tips from Thierry Henry can help him with that.Bagged a fantastic pair of assists too for Lachlan and then Kai Cenat using his unbearable pace on the right hand-side.Topped off his incredible performance with the winning penalty in the shoot-out.Copy linkCopiedThe Special RonStable Ronaldo enjoyed victory more than most.He posted: “I can’t believe WE won the Sidemen charity match, God is GOOD.” Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars Sketch – 9 What’s up brother? Sketch’s stocks that’s what.Genuinely the best goalkeeping performance you will see from someone conceding NINE goals probably ever.Looked noticeably small in goal for the YouTube Allstars which was perfectly shown as Miniminter slammed one past him from outside the box (into the middle of the goal), but also made some HUGE saves to keep his side in the lead.Made an UNREAL save in the penalty shoot-out to deny Miniminter again in a performance that was Sketch-y at times but overall quite impressive. Mr Beast – 3Couldn’t score from the spot early on as his penalty was saved by xQc, and apart from that it was a pretty quiet showing from the biggest YouTuber on the planet. Angry Ginge – 9Just as he was in Qatar, absolutely rock solid at the back for Youtube Allstars. Composed on the ball, tough in the tackles and like a ginger (and not bald) Jaap Stam in the air.But that’s not all, he passed out the back with ease and his long balls were often the catalyst for YouTube All Stars to move forward. The streamer also got himself on the scoresheet in the first half.Sublime.Copy linkCopiedCelebs rate Sketch as the biggest draw Mr Beast and Kai Cenat are unanimous on their verdict over who was man of the match.Both picked out American Twitch streamer Sketch. Copy linkCopiedWinning momentIShowSpeed’s decisive penalty was the winning moment for YouTube Allstars in this year’s charity match.Relive the winning penalty below…Copy linkCopied More

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    Premier League LIVE RESULTS: Aston Villa BEAT Brentford after Liverpool extend lead at top and Man City lose AGAIN

    ASTON VILLA have beaten Brentford 1-0 after Ollie Watkins’ decisive strike. Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City kicked off the weekend as the top four rivals clashed in the early game – Callum Hudson-Odoi won the match for the hosts with a late goal.Liverpool found themselves trailing at home to Southampton but completed a second-half turnaround to win 3-1 and extend their lead at the top of the table.Elsewhere, Ipswich’s 2025 struggles continued after a 1-0 defeat at Crystal Palace, and a 98th-minute Joao Pedro penalty secured a 2-1 win for Brighton over Fulham.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Follow all the action from MolineuxA battle at the bottom caps off Saturday’s Premier League action as Wolves host Everton.Copy linkCopiedWat a goalscoring starAston Villa’s Ollie Watkins has now scored six goals across seven Premier League appearances against Brentford – only netting more strikes against Brighton in the competition (7).Only Phil Foden (7) has scored more Premier League goals against the Bees than Watkins.BRENTFORD, ENGLAND – MARCH 08: Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa celebrates after the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Aston Villa FC at Brentford Community Stadium on March 08, 2025 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from the GtechBrentford are the only side across the top four tiers of English football without a home clean sheet this season.They’ve conceded in each of their last 16 league games at the Gtech since a goalless draw with Fulham in May last year.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Brentford 1-0 Aston VillaOllie Watkins is the scourge of Brentford once again!The former Bee netted the only goal as Aston Villa finally followed up their Champions League exploits with a Premier League winThe hosts huffed and puffed in the second half, but ultimately fell to a defeat that sees them seven without a win at the Gtech; from the best home form in Europe to being unable to buy a win in front of their own fans.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa90-3. Ooof! Villa survive another scare!Damsgaard’s corner is flicked on at the near post by Norgaard, and travels right across goal before rolling out for a goalkick. Any touch from a Brentford man would have taken that in.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa90. The board goes up to signal five minutes of additional time.Can Villa hold firm, or are Brentford able to rescue a point?Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa89. Villa are engaging in some epic time wasting now.Cash has already seen yellow for taking an age with a throw-in while Olsen is complaining about a bad back each time he has to do… well… anything.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa85. Watkins is played through one-on-one with Flekken and has the chance to seal the game, but his attempted lob is so telegraphed that it could be charging its readers a subscription to view its articles.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa82. Olsen dives to his left to deny Schade!But still Brentford come forward, and it requires an decisive Disasi clearance to put the ball out of play.A long throw back into the box causes chaos as shot after shot is blocked before Norgaard whistles one wide.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa79. Aston Villa haven’t had an official attempt at goal since Ollie Watkins’ opener half hour ago.Instead, the visitors are having to rely on the ruggedness of Axel Disasi, who has really impressed after an awkward start.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa75. A first change for Brentford.Mathias Jensen is on for Vitaly Janelt as Thomas Frank freshens up his midfield.Fifteen minutes remain.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa71. Keane Lewis-Potter strikes the post!It’s all one-way traffic now, and Brentford go so close to landing an equaliser.Yoane Wissa puts himself about in the box and, when a right wing cross is cleared to the edge of the area, KLP returns it with interest.Robin Olsen is beaten, but the Villa keeper can be thankful to the woodwork for keeping his clean sheet in tact.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jack Rosser at the GtechAston Villa need a second here as things feel a bit frantic at the moment.Emery has turned to Rashford to try and find the goal to double their lead. Brentford have not been at their best but are still posing enough problems for the visitors, who cannot feel safe at the moment.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa68. Marcus Rashford is on for Villa, replacing Jacob Ramsey.The Villa midfielder’s last contribution was to be fouled by Kristoffer Ajer, a challenge that earner the Brentford man a yellow card.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa64. A nervous moment for Axel Disasi, and it’s not his first this evening.In seeing the ball out of play, the on-loan defender slips and clatters into Kevin Schade.The German doesn’t appeal, and that may have worked in the visitors’ favour.Instead, referee Jarred Gillett points for a corner and VAR don’t disagree.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa60. Villa make another change with captain John McGinn making way.Boubacar Kamara, sent off her last season, is on in the midfielder’s place while Tyrone Mings takes the armband.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa56. Brentford have been boosted by that VAR twist.Suddenly they are moving the ball with more zip, and look eager to find an equaliser.Lewis-Potter looks as though he’s found a way in around the back, only to be denied at the last by a thumping Disasi challenge.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa50. Aston Villa think they have two in two minutes!Watkins races through again, cuts back inside and tees up Rogers, who thumps a first-time finish through Flekken.As the visitors celebrate, a couple of Brentford defenders put the offside question to the referee – and VAR are taking a close look at it.It’s the ball through to Watkins that is under the microscope, and after much deliberating and line-drawing, the narrowest of offsides is the call.A reprieve for the Bees!Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa49. Ollie Watkins hits back at the Brentford boo-boys once again!The England striker is sent clear on the left and when he cuts back in and strikes, the shot deceives Mark Flekken at his near post.Watkins is a lot less animated than the last time he struck at this stadium, but it is yet another dagger in what was once Brentford’s impressive home form.After their battle in Brugge, Villa are beating the Bees.Copy linkCopiedWho else?!Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-0 Aston Villa46. The second half is underway, and Unai Emery had made a half-time change.Leon Bailey never got going in the first period, and it’s the winger who has been sacrificed in favour of Matty Cash.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jack Rosser at the GtechThis was supposed to be a game between two of the Premier League’s most entertaining sides.Villa have just about been the better side, certainly creating the better chances, but neither side are managing anything too attractive.Emery will want to see Watkins, who is being booed with every touch, finding a bit more space in behind after the break – his impact has been limited so far.Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Brentford 0-0 Aston VillaLittle to write home about.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-0 Aston Villa41. Villa captain John McGinn goes into the book for catching Yoane Wissa with a raised arm.The Scot pleads his innocence but Jarred Gillett isn’t buying it.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-0 Aston Villa39. There’s much debate between Lucas Digne and Leon Bailey after Villa win a free-kick 30 yards from goal.Both players want charge of the set-piece and eventually it’s the Jamaican that wins the argument with the full-back throwing his arms up in a huff.As for Bailey’s free-kick? Straight into the wall.Copy linkCopied More

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    Wolves vs Everton LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Wanderers look to steer clear of bottom three

    WOLVES welcome Everton to Molineux for a huge Premier League clash to cap off today’s action.The Toffees have enjoyed a stunning resurgence under David Moyes and are well clear of the dreaded drop zone.While, Wolves are one of four in the battle for Prem survival and are in need of a huge three points this evening to steer further away from the bottom three.Kick off time: 8pm GMTTV/Stream: Sky Sports Main Event/NOWWolves XI: Sa, Semedo, Doherty, Agbadou, Toti, Ait-Nouri, Andre, Gomes, Munetsi, Bellegarde, Strand LarsenEverton XI: Pickford, O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko, Gana, Garnder, Doucoure, Lindstrom, Harrison, BetoCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below… More

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    Premier League LIVE SCORES: Liverpool LOSING at home to Southampton after Man City lose again to Forest – latest

    MATCHWEEK 28 of the Premier League is full of blockbuster action!Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City kicked off the weekend as the top four rivals clashed in the early kick off.Callum Hudson-Odoi would break the deadlock between the two sides with a near-post strike on the 83rd minute. The standout 3pm match sees Prem leaders Liverpool welcome struggling Southampton to Anfield – with the Saints taking a shock lead at Anfield.This evening, Brentford face Aston Villa before Wolves vs Everton caps off Saturday’s action.Kick off times: 12.30pm/3pm/5.30pm/8pm GMTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Dan King on Liverpool 0-1 SouthamptonFrom hero to zero, Alisson has gifted Southampton the lead with an horrendous mix-up with Virgil Van Dijk.And you can’t say Saints don’t deserve it, really.Yes the Reds have dominated possession and territory but they look like a side tired after chasing PSG around the pitch on Wednesday.Darwin Nunez has just escaped a red card for a wild kick on Kyle Walker-Peters by the skin of his teeth after a long VAR look resulted in upholding the initial yellow card.Copy linkCopiedFrom Neil Silver at Selhurst ParkIpswich defended well enough in the first half against in-form Palace, who maybe had one eye on Monday’s trip to Marbella for a warm weather training camp.Eddie Nketiah and Eberechi Eze missed decent chances for Palace, whose goalkeeper Dean Henderson saved efforts from Jaden Philogene and Julio Enciso.Copy linkCopiedTime for pie and a pintIt’s half-time in the Premier League’s 3pm kick-offs. Do what you need to.Brighton 1-1 FulhamCrystal Palace 0-0 IpswichLiverpool 0-1 SouthamptonCopy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-1 SouthamptonFrustrations are growing in the Liverpool ranks, and now Darwin Nunez has gone full Darwin Nunez.Kyle Walker-Peters is going nowhere as he retreats to the halfway line, but that doesn’t stop the striker having an almighty swipe at the defender’s legs.Nunez is yellow carded but there is a lengthy check as VAR consider firmer action.Eventually, the striker breathes a sigh of relief as the officials stick with the on-field decision.Copy linkCopied45+1 – GOAL! Liverpool 0-1 SouthamptonWell, well, well…Alisson and Virgil van Dijk were Liverpool’s heroes in Paris on Wednesday, but they’ve blundered their way into a massive mix-up here that has allowed Will Smallbone to score his first Premier League goal.The centre-back tries to shepherd the ball back to his keeper but with Smallbone and Mateus Fernandes in pursuit, they only succeed in clattering into each other.With the ball running free, Southampton’s midfielder quickly pivots to send the ball into the empty net in front of a stunned Kop.The team adrift at the foot of the table lead at the runaway leaders. Football, bloody hell!Copy linkCopied41 – GOAL! Brighton 1-1 FulhamFulham’s lead at the Amex did not last long!Jan Paul van Hecke was caught napping for the opener, but he’s made amends with a fine header.Mind you, he’s helped out by some incredibly lazy defending that leaves the Dutchman completely unmarked to meet Yasin Ayari’s free-kick from the left.It’s a great connection though, which sends the ball swerving back beyond Bernd Leno and in off the far post.Copy linkCopied35 – GOAL! Brighton 0-1 FulhamRaul Jimenez gives Fulham the lead!It’s an excellent goal by the Cottagers, who work the ball from back to front.Alex Iwobi drives down the right and sends a cross over Jan Paul van Hecke, who is caught out of position.What follows from Jimenez is sublime; a chest down and shot on the slide that powers past Bart Verbruggen.It could be time to renew your passports, Fulham fans.Copy linkCopiedFrom Neil Silver at Selhurst ParkNketiah should have made his mark within 120 seconds after being released by a brilliant pass from Adam Wharton.With just Alex Palmer to beat, Nketiah delayed pulling the trigger and shot straight at the Ipswich goalkeeper.Wharton was clearly motivated by stories linking him with Real Madrid and the fact that Thomas Tuchel set to name his first England squad this week.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 SouthamptonDarwin Nunez has a couple of sighters, the most recent of which he strikes straight at Aaron Ramsdale.Liverpool have had 80% of possession but are so far being frustrated by Southampton – which should be a familiar feeling for Saints, who made a habit of dominating the ball and doing nothing with it earlier in the season.Copy linkCopiedDan King on Liverpool 0-0 SouthamptonSouthampton barely got out of their half for 20 minutes yet it’s Liverpool’s Paris hero Alisson who has made the only two saves so far.Neither was particularly difficult, mind, but the Saints are coming into this in a way that is making the home crowd uncomfortable.The home side have not threatened since Curtis Jones failed to hit the target with a very good chance inside six minutes.The visitors have lost captain Jan Bednarek after a clash of heads with his own full back, Ryan Manning. Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 SouthamptonSouthampton have shown some attacking intent in the last few minutes, testing Alisson from distance and winning a couple of corners.It’s a good response from the Premier League’s bottom team, who lost their captain Jan Bednarek to a head injury.Armel Bella-Kotchap is on in the centre-back’s place.Copy linkCopiedBest league in the worldAnd I thought the first half between Nottingham Forest and Manchester City at the City Ground was dull.Now we’ve got three of them to endure.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Ipswich”You know, Ipswich are still in this,” ponders Clinton Morrison on Soccer Saturday. Well, it is 0-0, Clinton.Liam Delap did fire one wide for the Tractor Boys, who have also had Jacob Greaves booked.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 0-0 FulhamJoao Pedro has scored.Unfortunately for Brighton, it’s not the one leading the line for the Seagulls.Instead, the Brazilian’s namesake has put Hull a goal up at Bristol City in the Championship.Copy linkCopiedFrom Isabelle Barker at the AmexFulham are that bogey team for Brighton. The Seagulls have never beaten the Cottagers in the Premier League in nine attempts. They’ve lost five and drawn four. Both teams are flying high though with three wins and one loss away to Manchester City for Fulham while Brighton have turned a corner since that humiliating 7-0 loss at Nottingham Forest winning their last three league games. Chris Eubank’s son Harlem was paraded around on the pitch after dropping Tyrone McKenna last night at the Brighton Arena, with Fulham fans serenading him to a rendition of “who the f***ing hell are you”. Let’s hope both these sides pack a punch this afternoon. Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 0-0 SouthamptonSaints have navigated the early minutes an Anfield without too much trouble. Perhaps there’s no need to fear another heavy defeat.A couple of Curtis Jones attempts are as good as it’s got so far for the hosts.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 IpswichEddie Nketiah is making a rare start in the absence of Jean-Philippe Mateta – and he could have already made his mark.Put through by a textbook Adam Wharton pass, the former Arsenal man really should score. He just doesn’t look confident though, and the subsequent shot is dealt with by Alex Palmer.Copy linkCopiedAnd they’re off!This afternoon’s Premier League games at Anfield, the Amex and Selhurst Park are now underway. Strap yourselves in. It could be a big afternoon at the top, bottom, and in the race for Europe.Copy linkCopiedDan King on Liverpool versus SouthamptonThey’ve just played Sit Down by James at Anfield and the home fans will be hoping that rock bottom Southampton lie down for Liverpool.Kop boss Arne Slot has made only three changes to the team that started the Great Parc des Princes Heist on Wednesday night.Darwin Nunez’s reward for teeing up Harvey Elliott’s winner against PSG is a start in place of Diogo Jota, with Kostas Tsimikas and Curtis Jones also coming into the team.Saints boss Ivan Juric has made six changes from the side pumped 4-0 at Chelsea in their last game, with only one member of the five-man defence that night, Kyle Walker-Peters, keeping his place.Copy linkCopiedToday’s Premier League gamesIt’s wall-to-wall action in the top-flight today. We’ve already seen Nottingham Forest take care of Manchester City and now eyes turn to a trio of three o’clock games – with more to come later.Nott’m Forest 1-0 Man CityBrighton v Fulham (3pm)Crystal Palace v Ipswich (3pm)Liverpool v Southampton (3pm)Brentford v Aston Villa (5.30pm)Wolves v Everton (8pm)Copy linkCopiedEuropean race intensifies at the AmexTwo in-form sides meet on the South Coast this afternoon as Brighton take on Fulham.The Seagulls have won their last five in all competitions since they were hammered 7-0 at Nottingham Forest, while the Cottagers have been victorious in the last three on the road.With FA Cup quarter-finals to look forward to, their campaigns can still promise so much and a win for either today will go a long way to enhancing their European ambitions.Credit: @OfficialBHAFC on XCredit: @FulhamFC on XCopy linkCopiedDarwin up top for LiverpoolThe Uruguayan striker is one of three changes made by Arne Slot following the midweek smash and grab in Paris.Also in are Kostas Tsmikas and Curtis Jones with Andy Robertson, Alexis Mac Allister and Diogo Jota dropping outIt’s 11 days since Southampton last played. We will wait to see if Ivan Juric has been able to use that time to prepare his young side for a trip to the runaway leaders.Credit: @LFC on XCredit: @SouthamptonFC on XCopy linkCopiedFrom Neil Silver at Selhurst ParkEddie Nketiah starts for Palace in the Premier League for the first time since November 2nd, hoping to make his mark in the absence of injured top scorer Jean-Philippe Mateta.If results go against opponents Ipswich, the Tractor Boys will be eight points from safety.Credit: @CPFC on XCredit: @IpswichTown on XCopy linkCopiedFull time – Nott’m Forest 1-0 Man CityThe champions are beaten, and Forest are closing in on a season among Europe’s elite.Callum Hudson-Odoi was the matchwinner with a late goal that now has Nuno Espirito Santo’s third-placed side four points clear of their opponents.With 10 games remaining, the Tricky Trees remain on course for the Champions League – and it seems little can throw them off, especially on the banks of the Trent.Copy linkCopiedNott’m Forest 1-0 Man City90+3. This is ideal injury time for Forest with the ball stuck up by the corner flag.Can City get out? Can they launch one last attack?They eventually do, and whip the ball into the box……where the safe hands of Matz Sels takes hold.Copy linkCopied More

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    Sidemen Charity Match 2025 LIVE SCORE: Wembley clash on NOW as KSI and Co face YouTube Allstars – FREE stream, updates

    SIDEMEN FC are taking on YouTube Allstars in a HUGE charity match at Wembley Stadium RIGHT NOW.KSI and his YouTube group, the Sidemen, have SOLD OUT Wembley Stadium as they aim for a fifth victory over the YouTube Allstars.The Allstars only win in the iconic charity match came back in 2017, when they won 2-0 at Charlton Athletic’s the Valley.Some huge names from the online space are set to feature this year, with Logan Paul and IShowSpeed amongst the star-studded line-ups.FREE live stream: Sidemen YouTube channelSidemen FC XI: xQc, Vikkstar123, KSI, Wroetoshaw, Rober, TBJZL, Behzinga, Logan Paul, Joe Weller, Zerkaa, MiniminterYouTube Allstars XI: Skecth, Mr Beast, Angry Ginge, Max Fosh, Fanum, IShowSpeed, Chunkz, ChrisMD, Kai Cenat, Niko Omilana, Theo BakerDonateSidemen FC 4-4 YouTube AllstarsAJ TRACEY IS HERE!Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 4-4 YouTube AllstarsWell, there appears to be a DJ gearing up to perform at half-time.The stage is set in the middle of the pitch…Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 4-4 YouTube AllstarsWell, that was quite a half of football. The Allstars looked commanding early on, but Sidemen found a way back into it.Joe Weller the hero of the half for Calfreezy. However, the crowd only want two men to score in the second half: Zerkaa, and Speed. Copy linkCopiedHALF TIME: Sidemen FC 4-4 YouTube AllstarsCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 4-4 YouTube Allstars45′ – Danny Aarons left with egg on his face.He hits a good clearance off the post to deny Miniminter cutting it across to Zerkaa, and on the rebound TBJZL squeezes the ball in at the near post.Copy linkCopiedGOAL: TBJZLCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 3-4 YouTube Allstars43′ – Zerkaa with half a chance from the edge.There is a level of excitement whenever he gets the ball, the crowd are desperate for him to score.Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 3-4 YouTube Allstars42′ – Weller on for a hatty here.Sketch makes a good save to deny him initially, but Allstars can’t clear, and the ball roles back to Weller, who curls one in from distance. Copy linkCopiedGOAL: JOE WELLERCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 2-4 YouTube Allstars39′ – UNREAL FROM SKETCH!The ball rolls to Miniminter on the edge of the box, and Sketch pulls off a HUGE save to deny him. Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 2-4 YouTube Allstars37′ – Zerkaa with a shot on target. Sketch ruins the fun and saves. Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 2-4 YouTube AllstarsZerkaa has never scored in these games, and the Sidemen are desperate for him to get one. He’s failed to make an impact so far, looking like Joshua Zerkazee out there. Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 2-4 YouTube Allstars34′ – Straight out TheBurntChip’s playbook that one.All the AllStars team offside as Danny Aarons plays the ball over the top, and Theo Baker – who was onside – runs in with everyone switched off to score.Copy linkCopiedGOAL: THEO BAKERCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 2-3 YouTube Allstars31′ – Sidemen come alive!Miniminter with yet another goal for his Charity Match tally, having a pop shot from distance and catching Sketch napping in net.A lovely celebration dedicated to his pregnant wife, Talia Mar, as well.Copy linkCopiedGOAL: MINIMINTERCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-3 YouTube AllstarsThe drip from Calfreezy sums up his sides performance here – absolute stinker. Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-3 YouTube Allstars27′ – Might be an own goal, announcer given it to Lachlan.Speed does some very good work, and finds the Aussie in space, his shot rattles off the post and goes in off the back of xQc.Copy linkCopiedGOAL: YOUTUBE ALLSTARSCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-2 YouTube AllstarsSidemen FC change: Logan Paul off for George Clarkey. A whole host of Allstars changes as well, we lost count there. Five we think.Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-2 YouTube Allstars20′ – Zerkaa off the post!A lovely run by W2S, who plays Zerkaa over the top, good headed control and his shot hits the post.The flag is up anyway, but who cares.Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-2 YouTube Allstars18′ – Arteta would be proud of that one.ChrisMD with a peach of a corner to the back post, and Theo Baker heads home. Copy linkCopiedGOAL: THEO BAKERCopy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-1 YouTube Allstars15′ – HOW DID HE MISS?Danny Aarons plays a peach over to Theo Baker, who onside runs in behind and squares to Niko Omilana, and with the net gaping he finds the advertising boards. Copy linkCopiedSidemen FC 1-1 YouTube AllstarsSidemen change: Joe Weller off for Faze Jason.YouTube Allstars changes: Theo Baker, Danny Aarons and Deji on for Mr Beast, Fanum and ChunkzCopy linkCopied More

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    Natasha Jonas v Lauren Price LIVE RESULTS: Main event on NOW as unification bout headlines Royal Albert card

    NATASHA JONAS and Lauren Price are headlining a jam-packed night of all-women’s boxing in the illustrious Royal Albert Hall RIGHT NOW!The night’s main event will be a huge unification fight between British rivals Jonas, 40, and Price, 30 for three world titles, including the women’s IBF, IBO and WBC welterweight belts. The blockbuster undercard featured Caroline Dubois defending the world championship against Bo Mi Re Shin, plus Olympic silver medallist Karriss Artingstall picking up a huge win over Raven Chapman.Fight-time: 7pm GMTTV Channel: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky ShowcaseBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFollow our live blog below…Jonas vs Price R10Both fighters are swinging here.Price landing the more dangerous of the blows, but Jonas looks more aggressive than she has in nine rounds prior.Price lands a big right hand that Jonas stumbles from, and she ends very strongly.Price throws her hands in the air at the end of the fight, and mounts the corner – as she thinks she knows the result of this one. Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R9Jonas takes a tumble early, but it is quickly waived away as a knockdown, clearly just losing her footing in the corner. Natasha Price is warned about shots to the back of the head – no need for her to go overboard, she could win this by jabbing until the bell.Jonas barely through a punch in that round, Price throwing after the bell but is quickly apologetic. One round to go, Jonas needs to put Price down without her getting up or Price will walk away unified champion. Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R8Price not waiting in this one, landing a few big punches early doors. Jonas needs to roll the dice, but Price continues to apply all the pressure, as Jonas still waits for a mistake. A few wild swings and misses from Jonas, Price with a very good performance so far. It would take a lot for Jonas to win it from here, she needs to come out swinging in this penultimate round. Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R7Jonas goes on offence in the opening seconds.Price lands a big right hand to end the round, but Jonas is still standing.Jonas being told to stay focussed by her trainer, but Price surely has this one in the bag.Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R6Price is moving too fast for Jonas here.The Welsh fighter is well in control, and will win this on points if it goes the distance. Copy linkCopiedViewers verdictThe viewers on Sky Sports have it 50-45 to Price in the opening five rounds, having Price the winner of all five.Can’t say we disagree. Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R5Half way through and Price looks in control, would have to give her the fight if it were to end now – but it doesn’t.Jonas lands a big left hand, but Price lands a right that Jonas takes half a second extra to get up from. Jonas landing a few more punches this time around, maybe she will take advantage of Price potentially getting tired after all the offence in these first five rounds.Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R4A strong jab from Price that knocks Jonas back a tad, but still she defends well enough.Jonas is throwing a lot of missed punches.Natasha Jonas looks like she is waiting for a mistake from Price, but Price is still in control.Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R3Price gets the crowd roaring with a big combo, but Jonas appears to have dodged any big hits.Jonas flings a wild right hand which could have been detrimental if landed. Price having to put her guard up a little more as Jonas goes on offence a bit more, put Price still looking the better of the two.Copy linkCopiedDubois speaks after winSome words from Caroline Dubois between rounds here, after she survived a late scare from Bo Mi Re Shin to retain her IBF lightweight title.Dubois won by a majority decision with one judges scoring it a 95-95 draw, and the other two in her favour 98-93 and 98-92.Dubois said to Sky Sports: “It was very rough and tough. Watching her fights previously with the team, that’s what she does. Charges in, head down and swings. She did exactly what I expected.”I feel like I need to learn how to fight on the inside. It’s one thing doing it in sparring, but it’s another thing doing it in the ring. The crowd, the lights, the judges, it’s important to master that. I tried to do it, I don’t know if I was successful but I tried.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R2Lauren Price with some big offence and the crowd roars.Jonas very much playing defence here, and Price hits Jonas with a huge right hand that makes her stagger step for a second.Price very much in control in these two rounds, Jonas needs to attack in the third.Copy linkCopiedJonas vs Price R1Lauren Price starting the stronger here.A few jabs to feel each other out in the opening minute, but Price starting to attack at the end of the round.A few right hands landed, but nothing to knock Natasha Jonas off her feet yet.Copy linkCopiedNatasha Jonas ring walkOut of the red corner, here comes Natasha Jonas.Copy linkCopiedLauren Price ring walkPrice is out – and paying homage to the Welsh in her. Copy linkCopiedGet readyIt is almost time for the main event!Royal Albert Hall awaits as Natasha Jones takes on Lauren Price. Ring walks are imminent. Copy linkCopiedDubois vs Shin R6Dubois needs to stop Shin, if she wants to carry her scary reputation.The Chinese visitor only started boxing aged 20.Sparkly Dubois looks ice-cool but she needs a TKO, at least.The crowd won’t stand for much less.Copy linkCopiedDubois vs Shin R4Shin is the perfect opponent, brave and tough and talented.But Dubois rocks her with a super left hand and the crowd roars.Shin is the best possible lamb for Sweet Caroline to slaughter.Copy linkCopiedDubois vs Shin R3Shin is tough and brave but Dubois is a level about.The London southpaw is owning the Albert Hall ring.Shin needs something special.Dubois is so good.Copy linkCopiedDubois vs Shin R2Dubois rocks her the visitinbg underdog with a peach of a left hand.Shin is brave and aggressive but that means she walks on to shots.Stopppages are rare in female boxing.But Dubois could score one here.Copy linkCopiedArtingstall winsThe judges decide: 97-92, 98-91 and 96-93.An expected landslide for the southpaw,Top seasoned and too technical for the tenacious Chapman.Copy linkCopiedArtingstall vs Chapman R10Chapman knows she is behind, her corner isn’t silly.Artingstall has the knockdown, though, and can safely coast to a win.All over, excellent female boxing.Looks like an Artingstall win – but shocks do happen.Copy linkCopiedArtingstall vs Chapman R7Good, close, even boxing now.Both brave women are working in the pocket and swapping hooks.It’s not as clear as it was, judges might prefer Chapman’s toughness now.Excellent boxing.Copy linkCopiedArtingstall vs Chapman R6Artingstall shows her class with wise range boxing.But the no-nonsense leftie is cracking in shots and defending well.Chapman needs a miracle punch.And those are rare in women’s boxing.Copy linkCopiedArtingstall vs Chapman R5The classy Macclesfield leftie is looking really good.Chapman is bold and aggressive but she hasn’t spent years on Team GB ot got an Olympic medal.Chapman charges in and gets picked off.Artingstall lands crisp and scoring blows from range.Copy linkCopiedArtingstall vs Chapman R4Chapman never stops, she’s a boxing rash.But Artingstall is stepping up, against her best opponent.Atingstall has underwhelmed in previous bouts.But against a bonafide rival, in Chapman, she looks mustard.Copy linkCopied More

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    Harlem Eubank vs Tyrone McKenna LIVE RESULT: Eubank DROPS McKenna TWICE in brutal display – updates

    HARLEM EUBANK is looking to extend his unbeaten run in front of his home audience in Brighton tonight!But in his way, Irishman Tyrone McKenna looks to pose the sternest challenge yet for the 20-0 welterweight.The 31-year-old, nephew to Chris Eubank Sr and cousin to Chris Eubank Jr, is looking to get himself into the world title picture.Kalle Sauerland, the CEO of Wasserman Boxing and a renowned promoter, has called the event on the soutch coast a “absolute blockbuster,” with 20 fighters anticipated to fight, including former Olympian and world title contender Michael Conlan. Start time: Undercard on NOWFight-time: 9pm GMTTV Channel: Channel 5BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFollow our live blog below…Dan Toward vs Muzamiru Kakande – R5OH wow what a shock! Kakande has knocked out Toward in the fifth round!Kakande knocked out Dan Toward with a huge right hand over the top which sent Toward flying.After the success of round four, Kakande kept on the pressure and was on the front foot from the first second of the round.Dan Toward’s record now goes to 5-1 in the first loss of his professional career.Copy linkCopiedDan Toward vs Muzamiru Kakande – R4Best round of the fight so Far!Toward opened strong and was looking to cruse to another 10-9.But Kakande showed real aggression and seemingly hurt Toward with a big shot to the head.That last flurry may have won Kakande that round.Copy linkCopiedDan Toward vs Muzamiru Kakande – R3Toward looking sharp in this third round, probably his best round yet.The jab is working well for Toward, with Kakande unable to get in the inside.The shot selection from Toward has been very smart so far.Kakande will have to be more aggressive if he wants to win the rounds.Copy linkCopiedDan Toward vs Muzamiru Kakande – R2Another close round between the two men.Kakande controlled the centre of the ring more in this round but still a close affair, Toward used the outside of the ring well.No huge blows yet so both men will be feeling that they can win.Copy linkCopiedDan Toward vs Muzamiru Kakande – R1We now have Dan Toward vs Muzamiru Kakande in an eight round super-welterweight bout.A good first round between the two men, both men sharing the middle of the ring.Both men exchanged good blows to the body hoping they’ll tire their opponent out as the fight goes on.Toward landed more punches in that first round.Copy linkCopiedAnother Knockout winThe last fight on the Preliminary card saw Tom Welland vs Ally B Lubanja.Tom Welland knocked down his opponent in the fourth round after three tough rounds.This now puts Welland’s record to 8-0.Copy linkCopiedUndercard fight results so farWith Live coverage on Channel 5 starting at 9pm GMT, here are the results of the fights so far.Matty Harris defeated Volodymyr Katsuk by knockout in the first round to open the bill.The second bout saw Codie Smith vs Jose Manuel Perez which saw Smith win by unanimous decision.JP O’Meara defeated Mark Butler by unanimous decision, which sees his record go to 5-0.Copy linkCopiedCould there be an Upset?With a perfect professional record of 20 wins and zero losses, Eubank will be moving up a weight class in what is his toughest test yet.The Brighton boy was anticipated to be in for a major domestic bout following his dust-up with British super lightweight Adam Azim last year.However, a number of circumstances have prevented the fight from happening, and Eubank has made the decision to stay active.McKenna, 34, known as ‘The Mighty Celt’ will be looking to stop any momentum for Eubank as the Irishman comes off a second-round TKO over his opponent Dylan Moran.Copy linkCopiedWelcome to Eubank vs McKennaTonight we will see Harlem Eubank in action when he takes on Tyrone Mckenna.Eubank, 30, has become one of the hottest properties in UK boxing and is edging closer to the top of the welterweight division.The British boxer last fought on November 22, 2024 – where he was victorious with a unanimous decision against Nurali Erdogan.He fight in his hometown of Brighton for the vacant IBF Inter-continental welterweight belt.Copy linkCopied More

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    Real Sociedad vs Man Utd LIVE SCORE: Europa League updates as Amorim’s men travel to Spain for first leg of last 16 tie

    RUBEN AMORIM has just one avenue for success remaining in his search for a trophy in his first season at Manchester United.The Red Devils, who are seemingly closer to the Championship than the Champions League this term, crashed out of the FA Cup against Fulham on Sunday.Amorim has failed to steady a sinking ship at Old Trafford and faces Spanish side Real Sociedad in the last-16 of the Europa League, which is the last completion he can claim silverware from this season.Sociedad, managed by Imanol Alguacil, are currently 9th in La Liga, and finished 13th in the Europa League group stage.Kick-off time: 5.45pm GMTTV channel: TNT Sports 1Live stream: discovery+Real Sociedad team: team to follow…Man United team: team to follow…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Welcome to SunSport’s coverage of Real Sociedad vs Man United in the UEFA Europa League!Manchester United take on Real Sociedad in the Europa League round of 16.United have endured a poor season, and Ruben Amorim has been unable to steady a sinking ship at Old Trafford.However, the side were more than comfortable in the Europa League, qualifying in the top eight and qualifying for the round of 16 automatically.As such, the first leg tonight will take place in Spain, and in a week the second leg will take place at Old Trafford.Fellow English side Tottenham Hotspur are also in action at 5:45pm GMT tonight, taking on AZ Alkmaar.Ange Postecoglou’s side are level on points with Manchester United, with both looking for a boost in somewhat poor seasons.With United and Spurs drawn on opposite sides of the draw, they could meet each other in the final.Stay tuned to SunSport for LIVE updates of BOTH clashes.Copy linkCopied More