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      Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua LIVE news: Fury’s Wilder date CONFIRMED, Joshua ‘to fight Usyk’ latest updates

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA and Tyson Fury will go their separate ways before an anticipated mega-fight at the end of the year.The fight was set for August 14, but Fury will first instead have to defend his WBC title in a trilogy bout vs Deontay Wilder after a US judges ruling.
      That fight has been confirmed for July 24, with Joshua now set to take on No 1 contender Oleksandr Usyk this summer.
      We’ll be bringing you ALL of the latest developments from the world of boxing right here…
      FURY READY
      Tyson Fury has vowed to ‘smash’ Deontay Wilder in one round and boasted that he has his rival’s soul and mojo.
      He told his his US promotional team, Top Rank: “Wilder, this contract is signed.
      “You’re getting smashed. When I say smashed, I mean smash, smash, smash, bang.
      “You’re getting knocked out. End of. One round, you’re going. I’ve got your soul, your mojo, everything.”

      FURY CONGRATULATES TAYLOR
      Tyson Fury has congratulated undisputed super-lightweight champion Josh Taylor after he beat Jose Ramirez on Saturday night to claim all four belts in the 140-pound division.

      WILD RIDE
      Tyson Fury promised to knock out Deontay Wilder before fighting Anthony Joshua as he signed his trilogy fight contract.
      The deal is done for the Gypsy King, 32, to face the Bronze Bomber, 35, in Las Vegas on July 24.
      On Saturday night, Fury travelled to Nevada for Josh Taylor’s super-lightweight triumph over Jose Ramirez.
      And he gatecrashed ESPN’s broadcast of the fight to announce his next contest.
      Fury stated: “I just signed the Deontay Wilder contract.
      “B****, you’re getting knocked out! Knocked out!”
      GOOD MORNING BOXING FANS
      Heavyweight champ Tyson Fury has promised to fight Anthony Joshua later this year after his trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder.
      The 32-year-old has been ordered to meet the American in the ring for a third time, leaving his potential bout with fellow Brit AJ in doubt.
      Fury told ESPN: “I’ve got to beat up Deontay Wilder a bit better than I did last time, because he didn’t get a good enough hiding last time.
      “This time I’m going to really double, double, treble smash him.
      “100 per cent [I’ll fight Joshua]. AJ’s got a big mouth and no substance.
      “He says I’m the one that does all the talking but if I didn’t talk boxing would be stone dead because I’m the only character alive left in it.
      “Let’s say that for a fact. [The Joshua fight] happens this year.
      “I’m gonna deal with this mug, Deontay Wilder, I’m knocking him out cold, and then I’m going to deal with the other guy straightaway.”
      Joshua wants to know where Fury’s infamous £7million charity donation is before he signs up for a £20m bare-knuckle bout.
      The warring boxers swapped Twitter insults on Wednesday night as things heated up between the pair, with Fury making the offer of a massive-money straightener.
      The message Joshua reposted said: “20M the f***ing homeless are still waiting on the 7M you promised them two years ago you sham.”
      Meanwhile Fury’s trilogy with Wilder is set to take place on July 24 in Las Vegas.
      Fury has officially signed the contract for a third fight on Sunday.
      WILD CALL
      Heavyweight champ Tyson Fury has promised to fight Anthony Joshua later this year after his trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder.
      The 32-year-old has been ordered to meet the American in the ring for a third time, leaving his potential bout with fellow Brit AJ in doubt.
      Fury told ESPN: “I’ve got to beat up Deontay Wilder a bit better than I did last time, because he didn’t get a good enough hiding last time.
      “This time I’m going to really double, double, treble smash him.
      “100 per cent [I’ll fight Joshua]. AJ’s got a big mouth and no substance.
      “He says I’m the one that does all the talking but if I didn’t talk boxing would be stone dead because I’m the only character alive left in it.
      “Let’s say that for a fact. [The Joshua fight] happens this year.
      “I’m gonna deal with this mug, Deontay Wilder, I’m knocking him out cold, and then I’m going to deal with the other guy straightaway.”
      CASH BACK
      Anthony Joshua wants to know where Tyson Fury’s infamous £7million charity donation is before he signs up for a £20m bare-knuckle bout.
      Watford’s 31-year-old WBA, IBF and WBO champ is furious his summer undisputed showdown with the WBC Gypsy King has been KO’d by his contractual obligation to fight Deontay Wilder for a third time.
      And the warring boxers swapped Twitter insults on Wednesday night as things heated up between the pair, with Fury making the offer of a massive-money straightener.
      Joshua then retweeted a fan comment that called into question Fury’s claim to have donated his huge purse from his 2018 draw with Deontay Wilder to good causes.
      The message Joshua reposted said: “20M the f***ing homeless are still waiting on the 7M you promised them two years ago you sham.”
      JOSHUA FIGHT STILL ON
      Tyson Fury is confident that his fight with Anthony Joshua will definitely take place this year.
      Fury was expected to take on Joshua in an all-British unification match this summer but it was ultimately decided that he will complete his trilogy with Deontay Wilder instead.
      The Gypsy King told ESPN: “100 per cent, it [Joshua vs Fury] happens this year.
      “I’m going to deal with this mug, Deontay Wilder, I’m knocking him out cold, and then I’m going t deal with the other guy straight away”
      FURY PREDICTION
      Tyson Fury had some strong words for Deontay Wilder ahead of their imminent third fight as he warned him he will beat him “a bit better than last time”.
      Fury told ESPN: “I think he’s going to give it a good roll of the dice, this is his last hurrah.
      “I got his heart, his soul, his mojo. Everything of Deontay Wilder, every bit of substance, I got it in my pocket. I’ve carried it around with me for the last 18 months.
      “He’s an idiot, he got absolutely dismantled and smashed to bits in our last fight and he wants that all over again.
      “He was telling people I cracked his skull, I’ve injured his shoulder, I’ve done his bicep. Yet he wants to get in there with me again.
      “It’s either one of two things — he’s absolutely crazy or he’s a sucker for punishment.
      “I got to beat up Deontay Wilder a bit better than last time because he didn’t get a good enough hiding last time.
      “This time, I’m going to real double, double, treble smash him”
      FURY VS WILDER RECAP
      Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder are set to face off for a third fight that will complete a trilogy on July 24 in Las Vegas.
      Fury and Wilder’s first bout took place in 2018 and ended in a controversial draw as many insisted the British superstar was the rightful winner.
      Their second meeting saw The Gypsy King beating the American boxer with a technical knockout in the seventh round.
      Their upcoming fight means Fury’s all-British unification match against Anthony Joshua will have to be postponed
      PEN TO PAPER
      Tyson Fury has officially signed the contract for a third fight against Deontay Wilder.
      Fury shared a clip that showed him putting pen to paper on the necessary paperwork.
      The Gypsy King then looked at the camera and promised to “smash” The Bronze Bomber in the first round.
      The British boxing star said: “Wilder, this contract’s signed. You’re getting smashed!
      “You’re getting knocked out! End of, one round!”

      FACE THE USYK
      Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter has told Sky Sports that Wembley Stadium could be the venue for an August bout between his man and Anthony Joshua.
      Alexander Krassyuk said: “WBO has to issue the official enforcement for the mandatory today.
      “According to my knowledge, AJ is ready to take the challenge.
      “It may happen anywhere including Wembley, but yet no serious venue commitments have been made.”
      RING RETURN?
      Tyson Fury has teased at a career swansong in WWE after hanging up his gloves.
      The Gypsy King made his wrestling debut in 2019, making an instant impact by KOing Braun Strowman at Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia.
      It appears his son, Prince John James, is eager to follow in his footsteps after attending WWE WrestleMania Backlash.
      Prince got the chance to mingle with wrestling’s biggest names including Rey Mysterio and chief Vince McMahon.

      THE GUN SHOW
      Deontay Wilder has been blowing off some steam at his personal firing range ahead of his long-awaited return to the ring.
      The former WBC heavyweight champion is a firearms aficionado and is no stranger to showing off his collection of guns on social media.

      KING AMONG MEN
      A deeper look into the life of Tyson Fury aka the Gypsy King…

      NO JOSHING
      Tyson Fury had been set to finally face Anthony Joshua in a huge unification showdown in August.
      The Saudi Arabia fight had been confirmed by the Gypsy King only last week, before a US arbitration panel ruled that he had to settle an earlier contract with Wilder.
      Fury claimed: “AJ’s got a big mouth and no substance.
      “He says I’m the one who does all the talking, but if I didn’t talk, boxing would be stone dead. Because I’m the only character alive left in it.
      “Let’s say that for a fact. It happens this year. I’m gonna deal with this mug, Deontay Wilder, I’m knocking him out cold, and then I’m going to deal with the other guy straight away.”
      TALE OF THE TAPE
      Here’s how Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder compare…

      MORE FROM FURY
      Fury insisted he will demolish Wilder in their trilogy bout, which is tipped for the 65,000 capacity Allegiant Stadium.
      He added: “I think he’s going to give a good roll of the dice. This is his last hurrah.
      “I’ve got his heart, his soul, his mojo – every bit of substance of Deontay Wilder, I’ve got it right here in my pocket. I’ve carried it around with me for the last 18 months.
      “He’s a glutton for punishment. He’s an idiot. He got absolutely dismantled and smashed to bits in our last fight, and he wants that all over again.
      “He’s telling people I’ve cracked his skull, I’ve injured his shoulder, I’ve done his biceps. But yet he wants to get in there with me again. He’s either one of two things: Absolutely crazy, or he’s a sucker for punishment.”
      WILD RIDE
      Tyson Fury promised to knock out Deontay Wilder before fighting Anthony Joshua as he signed his trilogy fight contract.
      The deal is done for the Gypsy King, 32, to face the Bronze Bomber, 35, in Las Vegas on July 24.
      On Saturday night, Fury travelled to Nevada for Josh Taylor’s super-lightweight triumph over Jose Ramirez.
      And he gatecrashed ESPN’s broadcast of the fight to announce his next contest.
      Fury stated: “I just signed the Deontay Wilder contract.
      “B****, you’re getting knocked out! Knocked out!”
      GOOD MORNING BOXING FANS
      Anthony Joshua’s scrap with Tyson Fury is now on the backburner after the British champ was ordered to face Oleksandr Usyk.
      WBA, IBF and WBO champion AJ was given a 48-hour deadline by the WBO on Wednesday to salvage his planned clash with the WBC title holder Fury.
      It hasn’t been met and therefore the WBO have stepped in demanding AJ needs to fulfil his mandatory defence against Usyk.
      And they have put extra pressure on the fighters to secure the deal by handing them just 10 days to negotiate.
      If a deal can’t be landed in that time, a purse bid ceremony will be called immediately per WBO rules.
      Meanwhile, Usyk’s promoter has told Sky Sports that Wembley Stadium could be the venue for an August bout between his man and Joshua.
      Alexander Krassyuk said: “WBO has to issue the official enforcement for the mandatory today.
      “According to my knowledge, AJ is ready to take the challenge.
      “It may happen anywhere including Wembley, but yet no serious venue commitments have been made.”
      Finally, Fury has teased at a career swansong in WWE after hanging up his gloves.
      The Gypsy King made his wrestling debut in 2019, making an instant impact by KOing Braun Strowman at Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia.
      It appears his son, Prince John James, is eager to follow in his footsteps after attending WWE WrestleMania Backlash.
      Prince got the chance to mingle with wrestling’s biggest names including Rey Mysterio and chief Vince McMahon.
      Fury uploaded a picture to Instagram and captioned it: “the big boss man @wwe I’m coming for that contract in a few years boss.”
      BOX CLEVER
      Josh Taylor takes on Jose Ramirez tonight for the chance to become Britain’s first-ever four-belt undisputed world champion.
      You can follow all the action here on SunSport, with a thrilling undercard starting at 1am.
      The main event then begins at 4.30am.
      FOLLOW THE LIVE BOXING ACTION HERE FROM 1AM

      HALL OF FAME
      Eddie Hall’s punching power in training was so immense it forced WBO cruiserweight king Lawrence Okolie to swap body pads.
      Hall, 33, has released footage on his YouTube channel of him being put through his paces by unbeaten British star and Anthony Joshua protege Okolie.
      And the six-time UK’s Strongest Man champ has once again showed off his power as he hammered away at Okolie’s chest.
      The 28-year-old even had to swap a body pad for a heavier one during the workout after feeling the explosiveness of the Beast.
      Eddie Hall unleashes his fierce power on Anthony Joshua protege Lawrence Okolie in training for Hafthor Bjornsson fight
      FIGHT ON
      Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter has told Sky Sports that Wembley Stadium could be the venue for an August bout between his man and Anthony Joshua.
      Alexander Krassyuk said: “WBO has to issue the official enforcement for the mandatory today.
      “According to my knowledge, AJ is ready to take the challenge.
      “It may happen anywhere including Wembley, but yet no serious venue commitments have been made.”

      RING RETURN?
      Tyson Fury has teased at a career swansong in WWE after hanging up his gloves.
      The Gypsy King made his wrestling debut in 2019, making an instant impact by KOing Braun Strowman at Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia.
      It appears his son, Prince John James, is eager to follow in his footsteps after attending WWE WrestleMania Backlash.
      Prince got the chance to mingle with wrestling’s biggest names including Rey Mysterio and chief Vince McMahon.
      Fury uploaded a picture to Instagram and captioned it: “the big boss man @wwe I’m coming for that contract in a few years boss.”

      OL BE WAITING
      Anthony Joshua’s scrap with Tyson Fury is now on the backburner after the British champ was ordered to face Oleksandr Usyk.
      WBA, IBF and WBO champion AJ was given a 48-hour deadline by the WBO on Wednesday to salvage his planned clash with the WBC title holder Fury.
      It hasn’t been met and therefore the WBO have stepped in demanding AJ needs to fulfil his mandatory defence against Usyk.
      And they have put extra pressure on the fighters to secure the deal by handing them just 10 days to negotiate.
      If a deal can’t be landed in that time, a purse bid ceremony will be called immediately per WBO rules.

      MAY DAY
      Floyd Mayweather has stepped up his preparations ahead of his exhibition bout to face YouTuber Logan Paul next month.
      He is looking in incredible shape for the money-spinning dust-up.
      And Mayweather is even taking part in gruelling sparring sessions, with blood splattered across him on a social media post.
      Captioning the image of him, he said: “This s*** is blood, sweat, and tears for me.”

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      Chelsea to make £80m Sancho offer, Aguero to Barcelona DONE, Mbappe to Real Madrid, Ben White EXCLUSIVE – transfer news

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      SERGIO AGUERO is closing in on a move to Barcelona next season.The Argentine legend plays his final game for Man City today.
      Chelsea are looking forward to the Champions League final – and reportedly eyeing a summer swoop for Bayern’s Niklas Sule.
      And French superstar Kylian Mbappe could be on the move to the Spanish capital this summer, with reports suggesting he has an ‘agreement’ to join Los Blancos.
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      Follow ALL of the latest news and updates below…
      LILLE MIX
      Lille completed an incredible Ligue 1 title win on Sunday as they held off a final day challenge from moneybags Paris Saint-Germain.
      Mauricio Pochettino’s men beat Brest 2-0 thanks to an own-goal from Romain Faivre and a Kylian Mbappe strike.
      But PSG’s victory meant little as Lille beat Angers 2-1, finishing top of Ligue 1 by a single point.
      Canadian striker Jonathan David got the party started for Lille after just ten minutes.
      And Burak Yilmaz’s penalty had his side looking comfortable before half-time.
      A late strike from Angelo Fulgini gave Lille a scare.
      But they rode out the last few minutes to clinch title glory.
      Lille have now won their first Ligue 1 trophy since the 2010/11 season, when a young Eden Hazard propelled them to victory.
      HEN DO
      Jordan Henderson expects to be fit to lead England at next month’s European Championships.
      The Liverpool captain has not played since the Merseyside Derby in February due to a groin injury that required surgery.
      The 30-year-old was an unused substitute against Crystal Palace on the final day of the season but he is confident he can play for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions at the Euros.
      Hendo said: “I was itching to get on. But I have only trained a few times with the team so it wasn’t the wisest thing to do!
      “I feel good. I have been training the last few weeks on my own.
      “Now I need team training and hopefully I can be fit for the Euros. Fingers crossed. That is my target.
      “I have been working hard in the background. I feel good but I have to go and train with England and be ready for the Euros.”
      PIRL OF WISDOM
      Andrea Pirlo has fuelled Cristiano Ronaldo exit rumours after dropping him for Juventus’ clash with Bologna.
      The Old Lady headed into the away fixture needing to win to stand a chance of qualifying for the Champions League.
      In what is undoubtedly one of the biggest games in Pirlo’s reign, he sensationally left Ronaldo on the substitute bench.
      The Portuguese ace is the league’s top scorer with 29 goals.
      But his exclusion, just four days after winning the Coppa Italia, will raise huge doubts over his future.
      Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Ronaldo is not injured and it is a ‘technical decision’ made by Pirlo.
      It is only the fifth time in three seasons as a Juventus player that Ronaldo has been benched.
      CAMPEONES
      Manchester City raised the Premier League trophy at the Etihad a few weeks after sealing the title.
      This marks City manager Pep Guardiola’s third league trophy in all of his five years at the Etihad.
      This is also Sergio Aguero’s last ever Prem trophy after 10 years of incredible service that saw him becoming the club’s all-time leading goalscorer.
      The Citizens will now look to make history by winning their first ever Champions League title when they take on Chelsea on Saturday
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      PEP TALK
      Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola couldn’t hold back his tears when discussing Sergio Aguero’s impact in the club.
      Aguero is set to leave City at the end of the season following 10 years of impeccable service, which saw him becoming the club’s record goalscorer.
      Guardiola said: “We love him so much.
      “He’s a special person for all of us. He’s so nice, so nice. He helped me a lot. We cannot replace him, we cannot.
      “There are many players that this club have had – David Silva helped this club to be what it is. He showed his quality in 20 minutes”
      “He is a special person for all of us. He is so nice. He helped me a lot. We cannot replace him. We cannot.” 😢An emotional Pep Guardiola is reduced to tears when asked about Sergio Aguero, who will leave Manchester City this summer.https://t.co/COVNqfr9Dr #MCFC pic.twitter.com/PthCDZVBhI— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 23, 2021

      SANCHO STEAL
      Chelsea are planning a steal for Borussia Dortmund star winger Jadon Sancho ahead of the summer transfer window.
      Sancho has been linked with a move to Manchester United ever since last year when he came close to moving to Old Trafford.
      So far, no official bid has been made for the England international, who is expected to compete in the delayed Euro 2020 competition.
      According to the Daily Mirror, however, the Blues are looking to test the waters with an offer in the region of £80million.
      The 21-year-old made a “gentlemen’s agreement” with Dortmund that he will be allowed to leave in the summer if an interested party meets certain demands
      KROENKE OUT
      That’s what a section of returning Arsenal fans chanted at the Emirates during Arsenal’s win over Brighton after the European Super League fiasco.
      Supporters held signs demanding the Kroenke family’s departure from the club and some even threw balloons with the same message on the pitch.
      Gunners boss Mikel Arteta, however, is pleased to have the fans back in the stands regardless of the circumstances.
      Arteta said: “Well happy with the performance the result, but most importantly having our fans back again.
      “Thanks so much to them on behalf of myself the staff and all the players”
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      ARTETA ON KROENKE
      Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta couldn’t lead the club to next season’s European competitions.
      The Gunners endured a turbulent campaign that saw the fans clashing with the Kroenke family after the European Super League fiasco.
      Arteta, however, defended Josh Kroenke and claimed he “wants to take the club to a different level”.
      The Arsenal boss said: “He’s very supportive, very passionate about the club and he wants to take the club to a different level. That’s the ambition and that’s why he’s here”
      HURRI-KANE HARRY
      Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea transfer target Harry Kane has left his mark in the Premier League once more.
      Tottenham star Kane finishes the season as the top flight’s leading goalscorer and best playmaker.
      The England captain scored 23 goals in 35 league matches and produced 14 assists.
      Manchester City keeper Ederson stands out as the Prem’s best shot-stopper
      ⚽ Golden Boot – Harry Kane 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🅰️ Playmaker Award – Harry Kane 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✋ Golden Glove – Ederson 🇧🇷— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 23, 2021

      FINAL DRAMA
      The Premier League season has been completed following a dramatic last round of fixtures.
      Chelsea made it to the top four even though they lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at Villa Park.
      Leicester dropped to fifth after losing 4-2 to Tottenham, who are set to compete at the Europa Conference League play-offs.
      Liverpool took the Foxes’ place in the top four as they finished third after overcoming Crystal Palace with a score of 2-0.
      West Ham have joined Brendan Rodgers’ men in the Europa League after beating Southampton 3-0.
      Arsenal failed to qualify for Europe for the first time in 25 years despite beating Brighton 2-0 at the Emirates.
      Premier League champions Manchester City destroyed Everton with a score of 5-0, in a match that saw Sergio Aguero scoring a brace in his last ever Premier League game for the club, whereas runners-up Manchester United won 2-1 at Wolves.
      Newcastle beat Fulham 2-0, Leeds defeated West Brom 3-1 and Sheffield United bid farewell to the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Burnley

      TOP FOUR DRAMA
      The drama levels have reached maximum point in the Premier League’s final day.
      Chelsea have returned to fourth place even though they’re losing 2-1 to Aston Villa, who have scored two goals with Bertrand Traore and Anwar El Ghazi.
      However, Ben Chilwell got one back in and the Blues are chasing for an equaliser.
      Leicester fell off the top four after Kasper Schmeichel’s own goal made it 2-2 against Tottenham at the King Power Stadium.
      Meanwhile, Liverpool have climbed up to third place as they are beating Crystal Palace 2-0 at Anfield
      ARSENAL 1-0 BRIGHTON
      Arsenal lead against Brighton at the Emirates and still have hopes of making it to Europe against all odds.
      The Gunners made the breakthrough after 49 minutes with Nicolas Pepe.
      Pepe controlled a beautiful cross from Calum Chambers and smashed the ball past Robert Sanchez.
      This is the winger’s third goal in his last two games and it puts the north Londoners up to seventh – into the Europa Conference League – as it stands

      GOALS, GOALS, GOALS
      The Premier League’s final day has reached half-time with plenty of goals already scored.
      Aston Villa lead 1-0 against Chelsea, thanks to former Blues ace Bertrand Traore’s opener.
      This is great news for Liverpool who are also 1-0 ahead against Crystal Palace with Sadio Mane’s goal.
      Leicester will also be pleased to hear this but they are tied 1-1 with Tottenham, who cancelled out Jamie Vardy’s opener with Harry Kane’s equaliser.
      Leeds are 2-0 ahead against West Brom and so are West Ham, who are facing Southampton at the London Stadium.
      Premier League champions Manchester City lead against Everton with goals by Kevin de Bruyne and Gabriel Jesus.
      Manchester United are 2-1 up at Wolves thanks to Anthony Elanga’s header and Juan Mata’s penalty – Nelson Semedo temporarily equalised.
      Newcastle lead 1-0 at Fulham, same as Sheffield United who take on Burnley.
      Arsenal and Brighton are the only ones who are still goalless
      WOLVES 0-1 MAN UTD
      Manchester United lead at Molineux with a goal by Anthony Elanga.
      Daniel James crossed the ball from the left and Elanga headed it past Rui Patricio after 13 minutes.
      This marks the 19-year-old’s first ever senior goal for United.
      So far, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s young team has exposed various weaknesses in Wolves’ defence

      TAKING A SU-IPE
      Luis Suarez hit out at Barcelona for “underestimating and undervaluing” him after an emotional LaLiga triumph.
      He told La Liga TV: “What I experienced was difficult. Barcelona didn’t value me, they underestimated me and Atletico opened the doors for me.
      “I will always be grateful to this great club for trusting me.
      “My wife, my children, they all suffered. I have been playing football for so many years and they never suffered so much.
      “It is an amazing feeling to perform in the final game of the season.
      “My work is to help the team and pay them back by scoring goals.
      “Atletico is a huge club and we have shown it this season. We have been the most consistent performers and that is why we are champions.”
      CAM ON IN
      Newcastle are preparing a summer transfer swoop for Cameron Carter-Vickers after his impressive loan spell at Bournemouth.
      The defender made 26 appearances for the Cherries in the Championship this term having joined from Tottenham 12 months ago.
      But after Bournemouth’s promotion push was ended by Brentford in the play-offs yesterday, the USA international’s future remains uncertain.
      Bournemouth want him to stay at the club next season and are ready to make an offer to sign him permanently.
      However, SBI Soccer claims Newcastle are also in the hunt for his signature.
      They are allegedly willing to meet the £10million valuation placed on Carter-Vickers’ head by Spurs.
      And it is not only a straight two-way tussle between them two.
      The report also states that Belgian big boys Anderlecht want to sign Carter-Vickers.

      S-MART MOVE
      Exclusive by Alan Nixon: Martin O’Neil wants to return to management in England this summer at the age of 69.
      The legendary Celtic gaffer is hopeful his CV is still fresh in the memory after two years out of the game.
      The ex-Leicester, Aston Villa and Ireland chief spent a short spell at Nottingham Forest before his break.
      Now O’Neill is actively looking for a post and is also formulating a new-look backroom staff.
      BERT BATTLE
      Leicester are attempting to beat Arsenal in the transfer chase for Southampton’s Ryan Bertrand.
      The left-back has confirmed he will be leaving St Mary’s once his contract expires on June 30 and a raft of clubs have reportedly shown interest.
      And the Gunners have been long-term admirers with manager Mikel Arteta desperate to bring him to North London.
      Now a fresh report states Arsenal’s hopes could be about to suffer a blow.
      TalkSPORT claim that Leicester have drawn-up a one-year contract and are preparing to offer it to Bertrand.
      He will be offered a deal to join the FA Cup winners over the coming days.

      AHEAD OF THE PACK
      Manchester City have reportedly already made an enquiry for Harry Kane – way back in January.
      The 27-year-old striker wants to leave Tottenham this summer after another disappointing campaign for the North London side.
      City are leading the race to sign the striker, and the Etihad is believed to be Kane’s preferred destination.
      Chelsea and Manchester United are also in the chase for the England superstar.
      However, the Daily Star has now claimed Pep Guardiola’s side contacted Spurs back in the winter transfer window over a potential move.
      They were told to forget about it – but it looks as if that enquiry set the wheels in motion for him to go public with his desire to depart.

      A BIT TUCH-Y
      Thomas Tuchel is hoping to deliver a second Champions League trophy to Chelsea after likening their first to a ‘burglary’.
      In 2012, the Blues beat Bayern Munich on penalties despite being dominated by the Germans over 120 minutes.
      Speaking ahead of the final day of the Premier League season, the 47-year-old recalled: “I think I was in Munich at home and watched it on TV.
      “Let’s say it was not absolutely well deserved.
      “It felt more like a burglary.”
      EU BEAUTY
      Exclusive by Gary Stonehouse: Manchester United will pick up an average of £75,000 a man if they win the Europa League final on Wednesday.
      It is understood Old Trafford chiefs have set aside a pool of around £4million.
      And that will be handed to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team and his backroom staff if they beat Villarreal.
      Some players, like midfielder Paul Pogba, will get closer to six figures for European glory against the Spanish side.
      Once TV money comes in, United could bank £90m from their run.
      They have landed £12m just for reaching the final.

      GONE TOO SOON
      Atletico Madrid celebrations of their eleventh La Liga title were marred by the death of a teenage fan.
      A 14-year-old boy tragically lost his life on Saturday night after hitting his head on a wall while hanging out of a moving van.
      The teenager – who was travelling with family and friends at the time – subsequently suffered a cardiac arrest.
      Despite the emergency services’ best efforts to revive the boy, he sadly passed away an hour after the incident.
      The tragedy is being investigated by Madrid’s Municipal Police.
      Atletico released a statement on the heartbreaking incident via their official Twitter account.
      They tweeted: “Dismayed by the sad news of the death of a young athletic man.
      “We send all our encouragement to the family in these moments of pain.”
      IT S-AINT A NO
      Danny Ings has refused to rule out a shock transfer to Manchester United or City.
      He told talkSPORT: “I’ve got a contract until the summer of 2022.
      “I haven’t really acknowledged them [transfer rumours].
      “I’ve just been focused on each game. Ultimately, I’ve still got a contract here.
      “My main focus is to finish the season strong.”

      KANT ON HIM
      Manchester United have been urged to sign a midfielder who can be their own N’Golo Kante.
      Owen Hargreaves told the Mail: “Ole loves to use two midfielders in a double pivot because it gives the team balance.
      “Maybe next season, he can find a way to get both Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba into the team with one defensive midfielder who can do that pivot job on his own.
      “Someone like Kante, to then free the likes of Marcus Rashford or Mason Greenwood, Cavani and Sancho.
      “That is killer. United can go toe-to-toe with anyone with that.”
      FAN THE FLAMES
      Patrick Viera has urged Arsenal fans to ensure today’s protest against Stan Kroenke does not turn violent.
      Cops were injured in scuffles this month when Manchester United supporters raged at the Glazers.
      Now Gunners icon Vieira, 44, has claimed ‘violence is not the answer’ as he urged fans to remain peaceful.
      The 2004 Invincibles star said: “It is obvious violence is not the answer in any kind of communication.
      “The message gets lost and people will talk about the negativity more than anything else.
      “I think this is a democracy where you can express yourself about what you think about the way the club is being run.
      “I hope it will be done in a peaceful way.”
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      Man Utd £150m Harry Kane EXCLUSIVE, Solskjaer interested in Coman, Sancho battle, Europa League final build-up

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’s England stars are planning to launch a Harry Kane charm offensive at the Euros, The Sun can exclusively reveal. Harry Maguire, Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw will use their friendship with Tottenham’s £150million-rated striker, 27, to make him choose United over rivals Manchester City and Chelsea.
      Meanwhile, United have “stepped up” their bid for Bayern Munich’s France ace Kingsley Coman this summer.
      On the injury front, Anthony Martial has been ruled out of the Europa League final through injury and Harry Maguire is unlikely to recover in time for the Villarreal clash.
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      IT S-AINT A NO
      Danny Ings has refused to rule out a shock transfer to Manchester United or City.
      The Southampton striker is a target for both clubs after impressing with 12 Premier League goals in an injury-hit season.
      He told talkSPORT: “I’ve got a contract until the summer of 2022.
      “I haven’t really acknowledged them [transfer rumours].
      “I’ve just been focused on each game. Ultimately, I’ve still got a contract here.
      “My main focus is to finish the season strong.”
      PIRL OF WISDOM
      Andrea Pirlo has fuelled Cristiano Ronaldo exit rumours after dropping him for Juventus’ clash with Bologna.
      The Old Lady headed into the away fixture needing to win to stand a chance of qualifying for the Champions League.
      In what is undoubtedly one of the biggest games in Pirlo’s reign, he sensationally left Ronaldo on the substitute bench.
      The Portuguese ace is the league’s top scorer with 29 goals.
      But his exclusion, just four days after winning the Coppa Italia, will raise huge doubts over his future.
      Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Ronaldo is not injured and it is a ‘technical decision’ made by Pirlo.
      It is only the fifth time in three seasons as a Juventus player that Ronaldo has been benched.
      ‘NEED EDUCATING’
      Rio Ferdinand has revealed he was subjected to a vile monkey chant while working at Wolves’ clash with Manchester United.
      West Midlands Police later confirmed that a man had been arrested in connection with the abuse at Molineux.
      The Red Devils legend, 42, was in attendance on Sunday for the final day of the Premier League.
      Despite old club United securing a 2-1 away win, his day was ruined by one scumbag, with the culprit now in police custody.
      Ferdinand shared the shock racist abuse he had received via his Twitter account.
      The former centre-half wrote: “The last couple weeks, it’s been unreal to see fans back.
      “However to the Wolves fan who has just been thrown out for doing a monkey chant at me.
      “You need to be dismissed from football & educated. Come meet me & I will help you understand what it feels like to be racially abused!”
      OLE OUT
      Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer appeared to have taken a swipe at the Premier League after the Red Devils beat Wolves at Molineux.
      United will compete in the Europa League Final on Wednesday against Villarreal, who wrapped up their domestic campaign yesterday.
      This gives Unai Emery’s men an extra day to prepare for the Red Devils and Solsljaer suggested that the Premier League should have followed LaLiga’s example.
      The United boss said: “Yeah of course we’ve got Wednesday in mind.
      “I thought it was quite poignant [sic] that LaLiga move all their games to the day before so Villarreal can play their full strength team just to prepare for the final.
      “I think we could look after ourselves more as well, could get some help. So I had to make these changes”
      IMPORTANT MATA
      Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes there’s value in keeping Juan Mata at Old Trafford due to his influence backstage.
      Ferdinand told BT Sport: “I think he’s earned the right to have a choice if he wants to go somewhere he can relax and enjoy his football.
      “You never know, they could extend his contract here.
      “He’s got a great calming influence within that dressing room and there will be young players looking at him who watch him on a day-to-day basis”
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      SANCHO STEAL
      Chelsea are planning a steal for Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho ahead of the summer transfer window.
      Sancho has been linked with a move to Manchester United ever since last year and came close to moving to Old Trafford in the summer.
      So far, no official bid has been made for the England international.
      According to the Daily Mirror, however, the Blues are looking to test the waters with a bid in the region of £80million.
      The star winger made a “gentlemen’s agreement” with Dortmund that he will be allowed to leave in the summer if an interested party meets certain demands
      MATA OF TIME
      Manchester United star Juan Mata wouldn’t be drawn in any discussions about his future and remains focused on Wednesday’s Europa League Final against Villarreal.
      Mata told Sky Sports: “In three days we have an important game which is where my mind is. I still feel I can play good football.
      “I know what I want. I’m still hungry to play football.
      “I thought it was a good performance. We made a lot of changes with some young players who showed they could play at this level.
      “We have a very important game on Wednesday. This is good preparation, both physically and mentally.
      “He [Anthony Elanga] is a very good player. He has a good attitude and he works hard in training. I’m very happy for him”
      SOLSKJAER REACTS
      Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is “very happy” with second place and the fact his team remained unbeaten away from home in the Premier League.
      Solskjaer said: “I’m very happy. We created chances and got the win we deserved.
      “Elanga could have had two before. But he was confident enough to get in there again. He’s got a bright future ahead of him.
      “Our home form hasn’t been the greatest but to go a season undefeated [away from home] is something to be proud of.
      “We’re talking to Juan Mata [about a new contract]. I don’t give him enough game time but he’s a top professional”
      HURRI-KANE HARRY
      Manchester United transfer target Harry Kane has left his mark in the Premier League once more.
      Tottenham superstar Kane finishes the season as the top flight’s leading goalscorer and best playmaker.
      The star striker scored 23 goals in 35 league matches and produced 14 assists.
      Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson stands out as the Prem’s best shot-stopper
      ⚽ Golden Boot – Harry Kane 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🅰️ Playmaker Award – Harry Kane 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✋ Golden Glove – Ederson 🇧🇷— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 23, 2021

      FINAL DRAMA
      The Premier League season has been finalised following a dramatic last round of fixtures.
      Chelsea made it to the top four even though they lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at Villa Park.
      Leicester dropped to fifth after losing 4-2 to Tottenham, who are set to compete at the Europa Conference League play-offs.
      Liverpool took the Foxes’ place in the top four as they finished third after overcoming Crystal Palace with a score of 2-0.
      West Ham have joined Brendan Rodgers’ men in the Europa League after beating Southampton 3-0.
      Arsenal failed to qualify for Europe for the first time in 25 years despite beating Brighton 2-0 at the Emirates.
      Premier League champions Manchester City destroyed Everton with a score of 5-0, in a match that saw Sergio Aguero scoring a brace in his last ever Premier League game for the club, whereas runners-up Manchester United won 2-1 at Wolves.
      Newcastle beat Fulham 2-0, Leeds defeated West Brom 3-1 and Sheffield United bid farewell to the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Burnley

      WOLVES 1-2 MAN UTD
      Manchester United are still leading at Molineux as we approach full-time.
      To recap, United opened the scoring with Anthony Elanga’s debut goal before Nelson Semedo equalised and Juan Mata put the Red Devils back in front from the penalty spot.
      The Red Devils are going to finish second in the Premier League table and return to the Champions League next season.
      The Manchester giants are also set to take on Villarreal in the Europa League Final on Wednesday
      KING’S MEN
      Manchester United have rekindled their interest for Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman.
      According to Bild, United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wishes to sign a right-footed winger in the summer.
      The Red Devils have identified Coman as the perfect candidate and are willing to offer him a £200,000-a-week contract in the summer.
      But the Manchester giants are also still in the running for Borussia Dortmund star winger Jadon Sancho
      WOLVES 1-2 MAN UTD
      It’s half-time at Molineux and a young Manchester United side lead 2-1 against Wolves.
      United opened the scoring with Anthony Elanga, who headed the ball past Rui Patricio after 13 minutes following a beautiful cross by Daniel James.
      The hosts equalised with Nelson Semedo, just six minutes before half-time.
      But the Red Devils hit back in the fourth minute of stoppage time as Juan Mata beat Patricio from the penalty spot
      It’s so great to hear that sound again! 😍Semedo finishes a lovely team move for the Wolves equaliser and the Molineux crowd erupts 🙌 pic.twitter.com/Q8EK7YEwyF— Premier Sports 📺 (@PremierSportsTV) May 23, 2021

      KANE UPDATE
      Manchester United are among the clubs interested in signing Tottenham superstar Harry Kane.
      United have joined Manchester City and Chelsea in the bidding war for Kane, who has reportedly informed Spurs of his intention to leave in the summer.
      SunSport can exclusively reveal that the Red Devils’ England aces are planning to charm the star striker to move to Old Trafford during the summer’s Euros.
      Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Marcus Rashford are close with the Three Lions captain and want him to join them in Manchester
      WOLVES 0-1 MAN UTD
      Manchester United have opened the scoring at Molineux with Anthony Elanga.
      Daniel James put the ball in from the left and Elanga headed it past Rui Patricio after 13 minutes.
      This marks the 19-year-old’s first ever senior goal for United.
      So far, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s young side have exposed various weaknesses in Wolves’ defence

      SOLSKJAER’S PRE-MATCH THOUGHTS
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been explaining the reasons behind his starting XI.
      The United boss told Sky Sports: “We’ve got Wednesday in mind. I had to make these changes.
      “Harry Maguire is still walking very gingerly. He’s travelling. I’ll give him until Wednesday afternoon, but I don’t hold my hopes high.
      “Dean Henderson is ready for a game again. He’s had a good season and I want him to show his personality behind a team that hasn’t really played together. It will be a test for him.”
      TEAM NEWS
      Juan Mata handed a rare Manchester United start today on what could be his last in a red shirt.

      TOP MARKS
      Marcus Rashford may have been the hero in the reverse fixture but leaked team news suggest he won’t be starting today.

      NIK HIM
      Fiorentina defender Nikola Milenkovic will be available for just £21million this summer, according to reports.
      The 23-year-old has been linked with Manchester United and a host of other top European sides.
      According to Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, Fiorentina are willing to sell Milenkovic to the highest bidder this summer.
      Previous reports suggested Fiorentina would not sell the centre back for less than £38m.
      AHEAD OF THE PACK
      Manchester City have reportedly already made an enquiry for Harry Kane – way back in January.
      The 27-year-old striker wants to leave Tottenham this summer after another disappointing campaign for the North London side.
      City are leading the race to sign the striker, and the Etihad is believed to be Kane’s preferred destination.
      Chelsea and Manchester United are also in the chase for the England superstar.
      However, the Daily Star has now claimed Pep Guardiola’s side contacted Spurs back in the winter transfer window over a potential move.
      They were told to forget about it – but it looks as if that enquiry set the wheels in motion for him to go public with his desire to depart.

      MARKED MAN
      Manchester United star Marcus Rashford has refused to rule out a move abroad in the future.
      He told The Guardian:”I would never say no.
      “Other than United? I’m a big fan of Real Madrid and Barcelona, because they’ve always had great players and played attractive football.
      “Everybody watches Real Madrid and Barcelona.”
      EU BEAUTY
      Exclusive by Gary Stonehouse: Manchester United will pick up an average of £75,000 a man if they win the Europa League final on Wednesday.
      It is understood Old Trafford chiefs have set aside a pool of around £4million.
      And that will be handed to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team and his backroom staff if they beat Villarreal.
      Some players, like midfielder Paul Pogba, will get closer to six figures for European glory against the Spanish side.
      Once TV money comes in, United could bank £90m from their run.
      They have landed £12m just for reaching the final.

      ICYMI
      Manchester United target Ben White is in contention for a shock England call-up for Euro 2020.
      Harry Maguire’s ankle injury plus form concerns about Eric Dier have led to Gareth Southgate suddenly looking at other options.
      And White, 23, is the player who has caught his eye the most.
      Southgate even made a trip down to the south coast to watch him in action earlier this month.
      SunSport understands the ball-playing defender has been told to not to fly off on holiday this week after completing his Premier League season at Arsenal.
      Instead he will now wait anxiously to discover if he has got the nod for a potential England debut in next month’s tournament.
      IT S-AINT A NO
      Danny Ings has refused to rule out a shock transfer to Manchester United or City.
      He told talkSPORT: “I’ve got a contract until the summer of 2022.
      “I haven’t really acknowledged them [transfer rumours].
      “I’ve just been focused on each game. Ultimately, I’ve still got a contract here.
      “My main focus is to finish the season strong.”

      FINAL DAY
      Manchester United’s leading goalscorer Bruno Fernandes has the chance to finish the season as Fantasy Premier League’s top asset today!
      Most #FPL points 2020/21:244pts – Bruno Fernandes232pts – Harry Kane225pts – Mohamed Salah223pts – Son Heung-minWho will finish top? pic.twitter.com/MluNUab1ML— Fantasy Premier League (@OfficialFPL) May 23, 2021

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Kane wins Golden Boot, Tottenham BEAT Leicester, Chelsea make CL, Aguero nets TWICE

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      IT’S been a dramatic final day of the Premier League season.Liverpool and Chelsea have reached the Champions League, despite the Blues going down 2-1 to Aston Villa.
      That’s due to Leicester’s loss at home to Tottenham where Harry Kane won the Golden Boot after netting in a 4-2 thriller.
      While Sergio Aguero bagged twice on his Man City farewell after coming off the bench as the champions put five past Everton.
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      GOODBYE
      The Premier League season has come to an end.
      Shorter than usual, quieter than usual, more live games than usual, but packed full of drama until the last.
      The winners on the final afternoon were Liverpool and Chelsea, despite the latter losing at Aston Villa. However, Leicester’s home defeat at the hands of Tottenham meant the Reds and Blues finished in the top four with the Foxes having to settle for the Europa League once again.
      It’s a competition West Ham will be delighted to be a part of; the Hammers’ 3-0 thumping of Southampton meant they ended a fine campaign in sixth spot with a record points total.
      Harry Kane sealed the Golden Boot as Spurs edged out Arsenal to take their place in the newly-formed Europa Conference League while Manchester United’s second string ensured the Red Devils went the entire campaogn unbeaten away from Old Trafford.
      Emotions were high as goodbyes were said to Roy Hodgson, Nuno Espirito, Wes Morgan, Georginio Wijnaldum and, especially, Sergio Aguero, whose two goals off the bench meant he ends his Manchester City career with more Premier League goals for one club than any other player.
      And it’s City, for whom the final word is reserved. The league’s best side were worthy title winners. Champions of England tonight, this time next week they could be champions of Europe.

      PEP’S TEARS FOR SERGIO
      The celebrations at the Etihad Stadium are somewhat bittersweet tonight as the club comes to terms that Sergio Aguero is leaving the club.
      In an incredibly emotional interview, City boss Pep Guardiola breaks down as he talks about what a special player and person the Argentine is.
      🗣 “He’s a special person for us.” 💙Pep Guardiola gets emotional talking about Sergio Aguero leaving Manchester City pic.twitter.com/LoKM9wMJAR— Football Daily (@footballdaily) May 23, 2021

      THE TROPHY LIFT
      The fans are back at the Etihad Stadium to enjoy the Premier League trophy being shown off and celebrated.
      Happy days are here again.
      🥇 86 points⚽ 83 goals✋ 19 clean sheetsManchester City are CHAMPIONS! 🏆They lift the Premier League trophy in front of 10,000 fans at the Etihad! 👏 pic.twitter.com/yKRh8gJgip— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 23, 2021

      CITY SLICKERS
      As Manchester City’s players and staff lift the Premier League trophy in front of their fans, let’s have a look at the accomplishments of Pep Guardiola’s men this season.

      GOALSHY BY THE THAMAS
      With a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle at Craven Cottage, relegated Fulham end the season having set a new record low for home goals scored in a Premier League season.
      Scott Parker’s team managed just nine goals in South-West London this term, beating the previous total of 10 set by Manchester City in 2007 and Huddersfield in 2019.

      GUNNERS MISS OUT
      Despite a superb late rally, Arsenal miss out on European football for the first time in a quarter of a century – and, to make matters worse, finish behind Spurs for a fifth successive season.
      The last time that Arsenal failed to qualify for Europe they broke the British transfer record by signing Dennis Bergkamp. https://t.co/GDYmVrdLhB— Orbinho (@Orbinho) May 23, 2021

      KANE STRIKES GOLD
      With an assist for Gareth Bale, and a first half goal of his own, Harry Kane has finished top of the Premier League goalscoring charts AND the most assists chart.
      His contribution won him both the Golden Boot and the Playmaker award, and fired Tottenham into the Europa Conference League – but does his future lie away from Spurs?

      THE FINAL STANDINGS
      Manchester City are champions.
      Manchester United are runners-up.
      Liverpool and Chelsea qualify for the Champions League.
      Leicester and West Ham qualify for the Europa League.
      Tottenham qualify for the Europa Conference League.
      Fulham, West Bromwich Albion and Sheffield are relegated.

      FULL TIME RESULTS
      For the final time this season, here are the weekend’s full time results:

      ARSENAL 2-0 BRIGHTON
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      FULHAM 0-2 NEWCASTLE
      LEEDS 3-1 WEST BROM
      LEICESTER 2-4 SPURS
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      MAN CITY 5-0 EVERTON
      SHEFF UTD 1-0 BURNLEY
      WEST HAM 3-0 SOUTHAMPTON
      WOLVES 1-2 MAN UTD

      FT: WOLVES 1-2 MAN UTD
      Manchester United end the season unbeaten away from Old Trafford.
      FT: ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      Chelsea lose but make the Champions League thanks to Tottenham’s win at the King Power Stadium.
      FT: LEICESTER 2-4 SPURS
      Leicester will have to make do with the Europa League once again as they end the season in fifth place.
      Gareth Bale takes advantage of a backline parting like the Red Sea, and is even allowed to latch on to his own shot rebounding off the post to net his second.
      FT: LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      The Reds secure third place, and Champions League football.
      FT: SHEFF UTD 1-0 BURNLEY
      GOAL!LEICESTER 2-4 SPURS
      90+6. Leicester’s season falls apart at the last, and their defence disappears into the bargain.
      Gareth Bale takes advantage of a backline parting like the Red Sea to run through unchallenged, and even has time to knock in the rebound after his initial shot comes back off the post.

      FT: MAN CITY 5-0 EVERTON
      FT: LEEDS 3-1 WEST BROM
      FT: WEST HAM 3-0 SOUTHAMPTON
      West Ham finish sixth and qualify for the Europa League.

      FT: FULHAM 0-2 NEWCASTLE
      FT: ARSENAL 2-0 BRIGHTON
      RED CARD!ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      89. Cesar Azpilicueta loses his head, and sees red.
      The Chelsea captain is dismissed for flicking his arm into the face of Jack Grealish.
      GOAL!LEEDS 3-1 WEST BROM
      89. Relegated West Brom pull one back through veteran Hal Robson-Kanu.
      GOAL!FULHAM 0-2 NEWCASTLE
      88. Fabian Schar seals Newcastle’s win from the penalty spot, awarded after Kenny Tete was adjudged to have fouled Matt Ritchie.
      GOAL!WEST HAM 3-0 SOUTHAMPTON
      86. Declan Rice puts the icing on the cake that is West Ham’s season.
      LEICESTER 2-3 TOTTENHAM
      87. Does anybody know the handball rule anymore?
      Gareth Bale slots into the net after Harry Kane tees him up, but the ball clearly hit the arm of the striker as he brought it under control.
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      Aston Villa 2 Chelsea 1 LIVE REACTION: Blues creep into top four despite loss as Spurs overcome Leicester – updates

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      CHELSEA creeped into next season’s Champions League despite LOSING 2-1 to Aston Villa on the final day of the season.The Blues made it into the top four after Tottenham came from behind to beat Leicester 3-2 at the King Power Stadium.

      RESULT: Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea
      Aston Villa XI: 26 Martinez; 4 Konsa, 30 Hause, 5 Mings, 18 Targett; 7 McGinn, 19 Nakamba; 10 Grealish (c), 15 Traore, 21 El Ghazi; 11 Watkins
      Chelsea XI: 16 Mendy; 28 Azpilicueta (c), 6 Silva, 2 Rudiger; 24 James, 17 Kovacic, 5 Jorginho, 21 Chilwell; 19 Mount, 10 Pulisic; 11 Werner

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      THAT’S ALL FOR THE PREMIER LEAGUE SEASON!
      WOW!
      What a season it has been, with some huge twists and turns. But it is Man City, once again, who finish on top.
      Now Pep Guardiola will travel to Portugal with his side as Man City chase their first ever Champions League!
      England have seven teams competition in Europe next season.
      Man City, Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea will compete in the Champions League.
      Leicester and West Ham will compete in the Europa League. fantastic achievement for the Hammers especially.
      And Tottenham will take part in the first ever Europa Conference League, and they’ll be one of the strongest teams in the competition – so it’s a good chance to pick up some silverware.
      Unfortunately for Fulham, West Brom and Sheffield United, they failed to beat the drop and will be playing in the Championship next season.
      Norwich and Watford are on their way up, but we will find out who the third team will be next Saturday when Brentford take on Swansea at Wembley!
      See you next season!
      BLUE DID IT
      THOMAS TUCHEL can fly to Portugal on Friday safe in the knowledge that the Champions League final is just a shot at silverware.
      Despite defeat and a sloppy display at Villa Park, results elsewhere mean Chelsea scraped into the top four, so qualify for the world’s most lucrative tournament next season.
      But the methodical German will not deeply unhappy that it was left to somebody else to do the work for him.
      Tottenham’s surprise 4-2 win at Leicester merely masks the massive shortcomings of his team yesterday and its failure to step up to the plate when the circumstances demanded it.
      Read More: Aston Villa 2 Chelsea 1 Match Report
      DEFENDER TURNED GOAL-SCORER
      Ben Chilwell scored his first goal in 22 Premier League games – his third for Chelsea in the league this season, and as many as he scored for his former team, Leicester City, last season in the Premier League.
      FULL-TIME STATS
      Despite losing, Chelsea finish inside the top four!

      FINAL STANDINGS
      Man City will be crowned champions of England shortly!
      Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea make up the rest of the top four and will play in the Champions League next season.
      Leicester end the season with an FA Cup, but narrowly missed out on Champions League football – they’ll be joined by West Ham in the Europa League.
      And Tottenham will play in the new Europa Conference League next season after coming from behind to win at the King Power Stadium.
      Fulham, West Brom and Sheffield are all relegated and will be playing in the Championship next season.

      TOP FOUR
      Incredible.
      1911 – Chelsea are the first side since Everton in 1910-11 to finish in the top four in the English top-flight despite having no player reach double-figures in the league that season. Unusual.— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) May 23, 2021

      SUPER WHO?
      Aston Villa fans poked fun at Chelsea!
      “Super League? You’re having a laugh” sings Villa Park. #avfc— matt maher (@mjmarr_star) May 23, 2021

      FROM THE SPOT
      El Ghazi scored Aston Villa’s second!

      FT: ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      Aston Villa got a second early on in the second half thanks to El Ghazi.
      The winger stepped up and converted the penalty won by fellow goal-scorer Traore.
      Chelsea pushed and pushed, and finally they got a goal back thanks to Chilwell.
      The left-back popped up at the far post and finished off Pulisic’s inch-perfect cross.
      Luckily for the Blues, Leicester capitulated in the second half and Tottenham won the game 2-4.
      Chelsea, despite losing, finish 4th in the Premier League and will play in the Champions League next season!
      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      THE FULL-TIME WHISTLE GOES AT VILLA PARK!
      ASTON VILLA TAKE ALL THREE POINTS!
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      90+4. Watkins concedes a free-kick on the edge of Chelsea’s penalty area. Not long left to get an equaliser.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      90+2. Bale has scored AGAIN! Leicester have capitulated.
      Chelsea will be playing Champions League football next season no matter what happens at Villa Park.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      90. The fourth official holds his board up and there will be five additional minutes played.
      I wonder if words has gotten onto the pitch about the result at the King Power Stadium?
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      88. RED CARD!
      Azpilicueta is sent off after an altercation with Grealish! The Chelsea captain swings his arm and catches the Villa captain.
      Scenes at Villa Park!
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      86. SAVE!
      Ziyech goes on a run and dances his way to the byline.
      The tricky winger manages to float a cross towards the far post, finding Chilwell.
      Chilwell gets a shot off at the far post but Martinez pulls off a magnificent save!
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      85. Chelsea are pushing for an equaliser, but Aston Villa are defending valiantly!
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      83. Update at the King Power Stadium….. Leicester have BOTTLED it!
      Bale has scored a third for Tottenham and as it stands, Chelsea will qualify for the Champions League!
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      81. Chelsea are pushing for an equaliser and Azpilicueta wins Chelsea another corner.
      Credit: GETTY IMAGES
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      80. Werner wins Chelsea a corner after some tenacious running down the left-hand side.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      78. SUBSTITUTION!
      18-year-old Ramsey is on for goal-scorer El Ghazi.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      77. Chilwell finds himself in some room on the left flank yet again, and this time he pulls the ball back towards the penalty spot.
      Werner tries to close the ball down to get a shot off, but Mings beats him to the ball and clears the danger.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      75. Chiwell peels off at the back post, and delivers a first time cross back across goal and into the path of Havertz.
      The German steers the ball towards goal, but it deflects off the arm of Mings and Villa clear.
      VAR has a look and sides with the Villa defender who couldn’t do much about the positioning of his arm.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      74. There’s been an equaliser at the King Power Stadium and Tottenham are back on level terms!
      Chelsea are back inside the top four on goal difference!
      And at Anfield, Liverpool have scored a second.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      73. SUBSTITUTION!
      Goal-scorer Traore is brought off for Chukwuemeka.
      ASTON VILLA 2-1 CHELSEA
      72. Rudiger steps in well on Rudiger and wins possession back for Chelsea inside his own half.
      Watkins goes to ground and looks in some pain.
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      Wolves 1 Man Utd 2 LIVE REACTION: Elanga and Mata goals enough for Red Devils final day victory – updates

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      MANCHESTER UNITED won their final game of the season 2-1 at home to Wolves thanks to goals from Anthony Elanga and Juan Mata.
      RESULT: Wolves 1-2 Man Utd
      Wolves XI: 11 Patricio, Boly, 16 Coady, 27 Saiss, 22 Semedo, 32 Dendoncker, 28 Moutinho, 3 Ait Nouri, 8 Neves, 37 Traore, 17 Silva
      Man Utd XI: 26 Henderson, 33 Williams, 3 Bailly, 38 Tuanzebe, 27 Telles, 31 Matic, 34 Van de Beek, 19 Amad, 8 Mata, 21 James, 56 Elanga

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      THAT’S ALL FOR TONIGHT!
      Manchester United will be in good spirits ahead of Wednesday’s Europa League final after finishing their Premier League campaign unbeaten away from home.
      For Wolves, they bid farewell to Nuno Espirito Santo. A new manager will be at the helm when next season begins.
      See you soon!
      “I promise that I will stay strong, but that was very special, very emotional. I will miss it.”Nuno Espírito Santo bid farewell to Wolves 🧡He reflects on a special afternoon and considers his future with @TheDesKelly. pic.twitter.com/KvSTqP9LGZ— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) May 23, 2021

      OGS THRILLED
      Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was delighted to finish the Premier League season unbeaten away from home. 
      “I’m very happy. We created chances and got the win we deserved.
      “Elanga could have had two before. But he was confident enough to get in there again. He’s got a bright future ahead of him.
      “Our home form hasn’t been the greatest but to go a season undefeated [away from home] is something to be proud of.
      “We’re talking to Juan Mata [about a new contract]. I don’t give him enough game time but he’s a top professional.”
      NUNO’S GOODBYE
      Nuno Espirito Santo paid tribute to the Wolves fans after his last game in charge.
      He told Sky Sports: “It was very special and very emotional. I will miss it.
      “I thanked my coaches for all their commitment. 
      “Having fans here means football is back.
      “What do I want to? Now, I want to rest. Everyone will have a break and be with their families. Then, let’s see what the future holds.
      “We had bad injuries to important players. But we found solutions. It was a tough season. When I reflect on it, I’m very proud.”
      A four-year journey, from the Championship to European quarter-finals, comes to an end…Molineux bids an emotional goodbye to Nuno Espirito Santo 🧡🖤 pic.twitter.com/csrTLu03W7— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) May 23, 2021

      MATA TIGHT-LIPPED
      Juan Mata refused to be drawn into speculation on his future with his contract expiring at the end of the season.
      He told Sky Sports: “In three days we have an important game which is where my mind is. I still feel I can play good football.
      “I know what I want. I’m still hungry to play football.
      “I thought it was a good performance. We made a lot of changes with some young players who showed they could play at this level.
      “We have a very important game on Wednesday. This is good preparation, both physically and mentally.
      “He [Anthony Elanga] is a very good player. He has a good attitude and he works hard in training. I’m very happy for him.
      “I felt it was a penalty. The defender clearly kicked Donny [van de Beek].”
      FAREWELL NUNO
      Nuno Espirito Santo is in tears as he applauds the Wolves fans. He gets a guard of honour from his squad.

      FT: WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      The curtain comes down on the Premier League season and Nuno Espirito Santo’s time in charge at Wolves. 
      All the goals came in the first half. Anthony Elanga headed the visitors in front in the 13th minute with his first goal for United, before Nelson Semedo levelled in the 39th minute.
      After a VAR check, Mike Dean awarded United a penalty in stoppage time after Donny van de Beek tumbled under a Romain Saiss challenge. 
      Juan Mata scored from the spot as United go unbeaten away from home for the entire Premier League campaign.

      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!THE FINAL WHISTLE GOES!
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      90+4: Boly lets fly from distance as United back off. It’s a good few yards wide. Will Fish makes his United debut as he replaces James.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      86. We’ve got rain to join the wind now. I’m sure the final day is supposed to bathed in sunshine.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      82. Two changes for the visitors and it’s a United debut for Hannibal Mejbri as he replaces Juan Mata. Shola Shoretire is on for Amad. Is that the last time we’ve seen Mata in a United shirt? Marcel is on for Ait Nouri for Wolves.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      81. Amad lets fly but Coady gets a leg on it and it deflects into the arms of Patricio. The United man perhaps had better options there.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      79. Two big blocks by Tuanzebe to deny Fabio Silva.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      75. Boly goes into the book for a robust challenge on Elanga. Wolves are knocking on the door but not testing Henderson.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      70. Wolves have had a lot of joy down the right today. Gibbs-White digs out a cross but it’s just too high for Willian Jose.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      64. Ironic cheers by the Wolves fans as Mike Dean awards them a free-kick. Not sure the ref is pleased to have supporters back!
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      61. Nice work by Ait Nouri down the left but his low cross is dealt with by Henderson.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      60. Second change for Wolves as Dendoncker is replaced by Gibbs-White.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      58. What a miss by Dan James. Amad slips him in with a lovely weighted ball. With just Patricio to beat, James goes for a little dink and gets it horribly wrong. It trickles out for a goal-kick.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      56. Henderson is booked for taking too long at a goal-kick.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      55. The wind is whipping round Molineux now. Tuanzebe is nearly tackled by a stray plastic bag.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      54. Wolves have started the second half brightly. Neves lets fly from distance but it’s deflected behind.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      49. Semedo stands a cross up into the middle of the box. Jose heads towards goal but it’s comfortable for Henderson.
      WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      46. No changes by either side at the break.
      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!OFF WE GO AGAIN!
      PEEEEEEEEP!!!!!!!
      HT: WOLVES 1-2 MANCHESTER UNITED
      An eventful 45 minutes in Nuno Espirito Santo’s last game in charge of Wolves. Anthony Elanga headed the visitors in front in the 13th minute with his first goal for United on only his second start.
      Nelson Semedo then levelled in the 39th minute with his first goal for Wolves.
      But Mike Dean then got involved, awarding United a hugely debatable penalty in stoppage time after Donny van de Beek tumbled as Romain Saiss swung out a leg. 
      Juan Mata scored from the spot in what could be his final league appearance for the Red Devils.

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      Liverpool 2 Crystal Palace 0 LIVE REACTION: Sadio Mane scores double to secure Champions League football for Reds

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      LIVERPOOL secured Champions League football on the final day of the season thanks to TWO Sadio Mane goals at home to Crystal Palace.
      RESULT: Liverpool 2-0 Crystal Palace
      Liverpool XI: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Williams, Phillips, Robertson, Wijnaldum, Thiago, Mane, Salah, Firmino.
      Crystal Palace XI: Guaita, Ward, Cahill, Tomkins, Mitchell, Kouyate, Riedewald, McCarthy, Towsend, Ayew, Zaha.

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      Liverpool’s win at Turf Moor puts CL qualification in their own handsCredit: EPA
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch all of the action on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Every Premier League match is being broadcast on Sunday simultaneously across Sky Sports and BT Sport platforms.
      If you’re not a Sky customer, grab a NOW TV pass from £9.99 to stream.
      THAT’S A WRAP
      Thanks for joining us for the final day of the season, what a ride it’s been!
      Don’t forget to take a look at our match report, courtesy of Dave Kidd.
      REFLECTING ON LIVERPOOL’S SEASON
      Speaking on Sky Sports, Graeme Souness said: “Liverpool will be delighted with that, it didn’t go wrong for them on the final day and they were by far the better team, two goals did not flatter them.
      “They are one of the big guys, they have to be in the Champions League if they want to attract players.
      “It would have been an absolute disaster if they hadn’t got there this year from every angle.
      “It looked like they wouldn’t make it, but they have found character and form, and no one can say they do not deserve to qualify.”
      CAPTAIN TALK
      Jordan Henderson spoke on Sky Sports after the game, he said: “It was important for us to finish like this and get a Champions League spot.
      “At the end of the day, it’s a good outcome for us to qualify – at different points of the season, people probably didn’t think we would get there.
      “But the last nine or ten games we have proven that we deserve it.”
      On having 10,000 fans back at Anfield, Henderson added: “This makes a huge difference, Anfield is amazing and it was special to have the fans back.
      “They were outstanding today. Hopefully next season we can have more of them regularly.
      “For me, it’s a different sport without fans – especially this lot.
      “But, we have to adapt for it, it’s the same for all of the teams – for us, we didn’t cope well with certain things, lack of fans and injuries but we finished the season well.”
      CURTAINS ON AN UNUSUAL SEASON
      Celebrations for Liverpool are still going strong at Anfield.
      The players are showing their appreciation for the 10,000 fans who turned out for them today.
      Wijnaldum looks emotional as he takes it all in.

      IT’S ALL OVER
      Chelsea make it into fourth by the skin of their teeth, despite losing today to Villa.
      On the final day, Tottenham beat Leicester 4-2 to put an end to their Champions League dream.

      FT: LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      Top at Christmas, eighth in March and now third. Job done.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      91. Liverpool are desperately trying to pick out Salah to give him that final goal needed to draw level with Kane.
      The European spots are confirmed as Tottenham beat Leicester 4-2.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      90. Three additional minutes at Anfield.
      Firmino and Robertson are replaced by Oxlade-Chamberlain and Jota.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      89. Salah goes down in the box as the Kop cry for a penalty.
      But the ref plays on.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      87. Kouyate limps off as he’s replaced by former Liverpool man Kelly.
      He left Liverpool six years ago and will get a few minutes in his first Premier League game in 16 months.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      86. It’s all changed again as Tottenham take the lead courtesy of Gareth Bale.
      Leicester have led twice, but in the second season running, on the final day, may well miss out on a Champions League spot.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      85. Milner sees yellow for taking out Schlupp’s ankles.
      Freekick to Palace about 35 yards out on the left.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      84. CHANCE!
      In a bid to help Salah towards the golden boot, Firmino doesn’t touch the ball as it rolls towards goal, Guaita eventually bats it away.
      Robertson raced into the box on the left and squared it to Salah but he scuffed his effort.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      83. Riedewald sees yellow for a late studs-up challenge on Thiago.
      Liverpool players were pushing for more, but on review a yellow was fair.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      Is this the goal that secured Champions League football?
      The goal that secures Liverpool Champions League football? 🔴Mane’s shot is deflected past Guaita and Liverpool double their lead!📺 Watch #LIVCRY on Sky Sports Main Event pic.twitter.com/Mo4ae19mNT— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 23, 2021

      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      79. Salah misses his chance to equal Kane in the race for the golden boot.
      He’s away on the right and pushes the ball to his left at the top of the box, he tries to curl it into the far corner, but it’s way wide.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      78. That final European spot is still up for grabs as Tottenham have just pulled level against Leicester.
      Chelsea still trail, but would go through on goal difference.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      76. Wijnaldum’s afternoon is over and he gets a standing ovation for his Anfield farewell.
      He’s replaced by Milner.
      LIVERPOOL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      73. Just as Liverpool look a little tired, Thiago bursts into life and halts Palace’s attack just outside their area.
      He picks Fabinho in the middle of the park, who sets Salah away on the right wing.
      Salah is looking for reinforcements around the box and eventually picks out Mane, totally unmarked on the left of the box.
      He drills it hard and low, taking a deflection on the way to goal, securing Liverpool’s spot in Europe.
      GOOOOOOAL
      SURELY THAT’S A SPOT IN EUROPE WRAPPED UP!?
      LIVERPOOL 1-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      71. Chelsea have halved the deficit at Villa Park.
      Chilwell’s the man who pulled them back into the game and into the race for Europe.
      LIVERPOOL 1-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      70. It’s getting a little heated on the touchline at Anfield.
      Ayew has been shoving Thiago after the Liverpool midfielder stepped in to stop Ayew going for Alexander-Arnold.
      Ayew sees yellow, so does Trent.
      LIVERPOOL 1-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      69. Hodgson could well make an attacking change shortly.
      He’s managed 364 Premier League games so will want to try and end well.
      LIVERPOOL 1-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      66. Salah currently trails Kane by one goal in the race for the golden boot.
      He’s come close this afternoon, but has been held off well by Guaita and Palace’s central defence.

      LIVERPOOL 1-0 CRYSTAL PALACE
      64. A second goal would wrap up Liverpool’s European spot, but it’s all a little nervy at the moment.
      Salah breaks into the box, but instead of striking it with his first touch he’s dispossessed by Cahill on the edge.
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      Aston Villa vs Chelsea LIVE: Stream, TV channel, team news, score as Bertrand Traore notches opener – updates

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      ASTON VILLA welcome Chelsea to the West Midlands as the sides play their final match of the 2020/21 Premier League campaign.Villa have enjoyed a superb season under Dean Smith and are comfortably in mid-table, beating Spurs 2-1 last time out.

      Kick-off: 4pm
      TV/live stream: Sky Sports Action.
      Aston Villa XI: 26 Martinez; 4 Konsa, 30 Hause, 5 Mings, 18 Targett; 7 McGinn, 19 Nakamba; 10 Grealish (c), 15 Traore, 21 El Ghazi; 11 Watkins
      Chelsea XI: 16 Mendy; 28 Azpilicueta (c), 6 Silva, 2 Rudiger; 24 James, 17 Kovacic, 5 Jorginho, 21 Chilwell; 19 Mount, 10 Pulisic; 11 Werner

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      ASTON VILLA 1-0 CHELSEA
      46. Traore tries to force his way into Chelsea’s penalty area down the right flank.
      But Chilwell stands tall and dispossesses the tricky winger.
      Chelsea make their way down the left channel and the ball makes it’s way to Pulisic inside the box.
      The American gets a shot off, but his effort deflects agonisngly wide of the post.
      ASTON VILLA 1-0 CHELSEA
      45. Aston Villa FINALLY get the second half underway after a lengthy wait for Kepa to make his way onto the pitch.
      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      WE’RE BACK UNDERWAY AT VILLA PARK!
      THE TEAMS ARE BACK OUT
      Both sets of players are making their way out onto the pitch ahead of the second half.
      And Chelsea are making a change in goal with Kepa coming on for Mendy.
      HALF-TIME STATS
      Chelsea have dominated possession, but find themselves a goal behind.

      CHAMPIONS LEAGUE HEADACHE
      Traore scored for Villa JUST before half-time!

      HT: ASTON VILLA 1-0 CHELSEA
      Well, Chelsea knew coming into the game that it was going to be a rollercoaster of an afternoon and it hasn’t disappointed!
      Liverpool are doing their part at Anfield and they’ll finish inside the top four as it stands, 3rd to be precise.
      Leicester did take an early lead through Vardy, but Kane has done Chelsea a favour and equalised.
      But at Villa Park, it’s been poor from the Blues.
      They’re lacking intensity and Villa have comfortably waited to burst forward and create chances of their own.
      And just before half-time, Traore peeled off his man from a Targett corner and sent his shot crashing off the underside of the crossbar and in!
      Lots for Chelsea to do in the second half, maybe some changes.
      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      THE HALF-TIME WHISTLE GOES AT VILLA PARK!
      VILLA LEAD AT THE BREAK!
      ASTON VILLA 1-0 CHELSEA
      45+2. YELLOW CARD!
      Werner is booked for a clumsy challenge on Traore.
      ASTON VILLA 1-0 CHELSEA
      45. The fourth official holds his board up and there will be two additional minutes played.
      Credit: GETTY IMAGES
      ASTON VILLA 1-0 CHELSEA
      42. Targett delivers an Aston Villa corner low and towards the edge of the penalty area.
      Traore peels off his man and closes the ball down unmarked.
      And the winger connects with the ball sending it off the underside of the crossbar and in!
      Chelsea have a top four headache!
      GOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAALLL!!!
      TRAORE SCORES AGAINST HIS FORMER CLUB!!!
      SET-PIECE SPECIAL!!!
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      41. Mount finds some room inside Aston Villa’s penalty area and he manages to get to the byline.
      The midfielder tries to deliver a low-driven cross across the face of goal but Nakamba blocks spectacularly.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      39. There’s been another goal at the King Power Stadium………
      And this time it’s GOOD news for Chelsea fans as Harry Kane has equalised for Spurs meaning Chelsea climb back into the top four!
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      38. Play is back underway after a short stoppage in play.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      36. Silva gets his head on the ball first, but his headed clearance sends the ball high into the air.
      Konsa tries to get the ball under control, but Chilwell thumps the ball clear for Chelsea.
      Villa are starting to get at Chelsea.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      36. Aston Villa win a free-kick in a dangerous position on the left flank.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      34. Pulisic shows some good footwork to open up some space down the right-hand side.
      The American then slips the ball inside to Werner.
      Werner tries to play the ball in behind Villa’s backline for Mount to run onto, but the England international didn’t read the pass and make the run.
      Elsewhere, Liverpool have taken the lead at Anfield thanks to Sadio Mane.
      So as it stands, Chelsea drop out of the top four! The drama!
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      32. Chelsea need to up the tempo if they’re going to get a result.
      Aston Villa are far too comfortable at the minute, and they have nothing to play for!
      Chelsea, on the other hand, have it all to play for. They need to finish inside the top four.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      30. Eleswhere, West Ham are leading Southampton at the London Stadium with Fornals converting a rebound.
      As it stands, the Hammers will be joining Liverpool in the Europa League – but it could all change.
      If Liverpool take the lead at Anfield, and the Chelsea score stays the same – Chelsea will be in the Europa League.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      28. CHANCE!
      McGinn puts Kovacic under pressure and the Scotland International comes away with the ball.
      The midfielder drives towards goal, opens up his body and sends a left footed strike JUST wide of Mendy’s post!
      Warning shot from Villa. Tuchel doesn’t look happy!
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      27. El Ghazi is released down the left-hand side after some tenacious running.
      The winger delivers a cross into the penalty area, but Silva thumps the ball clear for the visitors.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      25. No need for Chelsea to panic just yet.
      Leicester are winning at the King Power, but the Blues have 65 minutes to come up with a goal or two.
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      23. CHANCE!
      Jorginho finds the run of Azpilicueta down the line.
      The Chelsea captain pulls the ball back towards Mount on the penalty spot with a first time pass.
      Mount takes the shot on but blazes the ball over the crossbar!
      ASTON VILLA 0-0 CHELSEA
      22. James gets to the byline and manages to hang a cross up at the back post.
      Chilwell rises highest and heads the ball back across the face of goal looking to find Werner.
      Mings manages to head the ball away from the German, but the ball sets up for Pulisic.
      And the American goes for an over-head kick, but Martinez comfortably saves.

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