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      Club World Cup draw LIVE: Chelsea paired with Brazilian giants while Man City set to face Juventus – latest reaction

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      CHELSEA and Manchester City have learned their fate for the Club World Cup with the draw coming to a thrilling end!The Blues’ standout tie from Group D sees them face Brazilian giants Flamengo and familiar face David Luiz will be in defence.While Manchester City have been dropped in Group G with Italian icons Juventus.GROUPS IN FULLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…Minnows thrilled by Au-inspiring drawNew Zealand champions Auckland City were just about the most excited team ahead of the draw.And they retained that status AFTER it.City captain Mario Ilich revealed their delight to be placed in an A-list Group C containing three of the world’s top ‘B’ teams – Bayern Munich, Boca Juniors and Benfica.Ilich said: “To get three powerhouses of football in their respective countries is a pretty unreal feeling, to be honest. “It was a long morning, waiting for the draw, waiting for pot 4 to come out, but we got there in the end and we’re pretty excited.”Copy linkCopiedWhy no Barcelona?Even though Arsenal and Liverpool will be missing, Barcelona’s absence from the Club World Cup is perhaps the most striking.After all, they’ve long dominated Spanish football with Real Madrid and are five-time Champions League winners.So here’s why Barca they won’t be in the USA next June.Europe has 12 of the 32 teams, including the last three kings of the continent – Real, plus the Prem’s two Club world Cup entrants Manchester City and Chelsea.That leaves nine European places – decided by results over the past four seasons AND a limit of two clubs per country.Real’s spot was already clear – as Champions League winners in 2024 and 2022.And Atletico Madrid have outscored Barca in recent years.Barcelona lifted the La Liga crown in 2023, but failed to get past the Champions League group stages in 2022 and 2023.Copy linkCopiedWhen does it all start?Now we’ve had the drama, dancing and Trump-eting from the draw, attention will gradually switch to the Club World Cup itself.The first match is at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on June 15.And the final won’t be until July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New York New Jersey.We’ll have more dates, views and news later.Copy linkCopiedRecap of the whole drawHere’s how the 32 teams came out – with contrasting fortunes for Prem sides Chelsea and Manchester City.Copy linkCopiedDiletta wows but fans baffled by Del Piero’s commentDiletta Leotta stole the show as she made her entrance during the Fifa Club World Cup draw, writes TONY ROBERTSON.The Italian Dazn presenter wore a dazzling black dress for the occasion.Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’But as she made her entrance, strike legend Alessandro Del Piero made some strange comments to welcome her.He was heard firstly saying: “Another Italian in Miami.” Del Piero then added: “Another wave of immigrants.”Credit: GettyMain presenter Samantha Johnson stood by and awkwardly laughed at the comment, trying to brush it off as a joke in poor-taste.Fortunately for the draw, Leotta did not allow the comment to knock her off stride. She said her greetings to Del Piero and Johnson when making it to the stage before carrying on with the rest of the draw in a professional manner.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFans ask if Trump made Gi-normous errorSome viewers reckon Donald Trump mangled Fifa chief Gianni Infantino’s name during the US President-elect’s surprise speech at the drawTrump said: “The event is going to be incredible. I will try and be there if I can, I would, we’ll see what happens.”However, he then appeared to add: “But I just want to say you’re led by a man named ‘JOHNNY’, I just know him as Johnny and he’s a winner and he’s the president and I’m the president.”We’ve known each other a long time and I’m so honoured to have this kind of relationship because Soccer is going through the roof as everybody knows.”One viewer responded: “What’s Trump saying about Gianni lmao, he pronounced it as Johnny.”A second said: “My goodness, this Fifa Club World Cup draw has had an address from Donald Trump. Absurdity.”A third added: “Donald Trump randomly showed up at the Fifa club world cup draw.”Copy linkCopiedI’m Gunner ‘die of cringe’ watching Wenger danceArsene Wenger left fans in stitches after he was awkwardly forced to dance live on air, writes TONY ROBERTSON.The legendary ex-Arsenal boss works as Fifa’s Chief of Global Football Development and was at the Club World Cup draw.Football fans say ‘I’m dying of cringe’ as Arsene Wenger DANCES on stage at live Fifa Club World Cup drawHowever, viewers did not expect the 75-year-old to be roped into dancing.After the broadcast switched over to the downtown Miami studio, co-host Ana Jurka introduced some of the guests including singer Vikina, also nicknamed Miss 305.Vikina was asked to bring the Miami party and burst out into a dance.However, Jurka then gestured over to Wenger to go towards her and said: “You promised me.”Wenger pretended to run away but he was then counted down before bursting out into some dance moves.Fans were left astonished by the turn of events. One posted: “I’m dying of cringe. Enough. They screwed Wenger, this was all a mistake.”Copy linkCopiedChelsea re-Lu-nian for Flamengo heroChelsea landed a dream draw in the Fifa Club World Cup – but Manchester City will have things tougher, writes JACK FIGG.Enzo Maresca’s Blues wound up in Group D alongside Brazil’s Flamengo, Club Leon of Mexico and Esperance de Tunis from Tunisia.David Luiz has been with Flamengo since leaving Arsenal in 2021Credit: GettyThe draw looks set to reunite Blues fans with cult hero David Luiz – who won the Champions League in West London but now plays for Flamengo.City, meanwhile, face Italian giants Juventus, Morocco’s Wydad AC and Al Ain of the UAE.Jude Bellingham’s Real Madrid will play Saudi champions Al Hilal, RB Salzburg of Austria and Mexico’s Pachuca.Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich take onBenfica, Boca Juniors and Aukland City in Group C.Arsenal legend Arsene Wenger was on hand to help pick out the teams but only after being made to perform some awkward dad dancing.US President-elect Donald Trump’s eight-year-old grandson Theo also helped pick out the draw with the politician’s daughter Ivanka.Luiz was with Chelsea from 2011-14 and 2016-2019Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedTrump says son is ‘very good soccer player’Donald Trump’s mini-speech went onto include his verdict on 18-year-old son Baron’s footballing ability.Or “soccer” as the President elect called it.Baron Trump is pictured with parents Donald and IvankaCredit: SplashThe Republican, 78, said: “It’s been doing so fantastically well, my son Baron is a tremendous soccer fan, he’s actually a good player.”I guess not quite that kind of good but he’s a very good player.”But he loves soccer and it really is taking over the United States in terms of a sport and I congratulate everybody.”But in particular I wish you too have a good time and I want to send my highest regards and respect to Johnny.”Copy linkCopiedTrump video baffles fansFOOTBALL fans were left baffled after US President-elect Donald Trump made a surprise appearance during the draw for the Fifa Club World Cup, writes TONY ROBERTSON.Chelsea and Manchester City were among the 32 teams across the world waiting to find out who they would be drawn against for the controversial post-season tournament.Donald Trump made a surprise appearance during the draw for the Fifa Club World Cup after being introduced by Gianni InfantinoCredit: ReutersHowever, during a speech by Fifa president Gianni Infantino, Trump made an appearance with a pre-recorded message, although some fans believed he mispronounced the Fifa president’s name.He said: “The event is going to be incredible. I will try and be there if I can, I would, we’ll see what happens.”But I just want to say you’re led by a man named Johnny, I just know him as Johnny and he’s a winner and he’s the president and I’m the president.”We’ve known each other a long time and I’m so honoured to have this kind of relationship because Soccer is going through the roof as everybody knows.”Copy linkCopiedHour’s that!After waiting nearly 40 minutes from the scheduled 6pm start, Fifa then took an hour to complete the draw.Not bad considering it was 32 teams, four pots and all the placings.Copy linkCopied’Too much fun!’Presenter Samantha Johnson has almost the final say.She tells the wide array of stars on the stage – from the world of football and beyond – that they had “too much fun” with the draw”.Copy linkCopiedHere it is in one look!Just in case you didn’t quite memorise every draw, every group – here’s the whole thing at a glance.Copy linkCopiedLast team out!Mexicans Pachuca complete the final Group – H.That means they take on Real Madrid and Neymar’s Al-Hilal.But first up for the outsiders will be RB Salzburg.Copy linkCopiedMan City to face UAE sideAl Alain go into Man City and Juventus’ group.Copy linkCopiedGroup B draw concludedMLS side Seattle Sounders will open against Botafogo in Group B.Then come Atletico and PSG!Copy linkCopiedJapanese club drawn outUrawa Red Diamonds are in the same group as River Plate and Inter Milan.Wenger revealed the Japanese club promised him last night they will build a stronger team by next year!Copy linkCopiedSundowns over the moon with draw?Mamelodi Sundowns come out as F4 in Group F.That means they open against Ulsan – with tougher tests to come.Copy linkCopiedChelsea learn third group opponentsChelsea will meet Esperance Sportive de Tunisie in Group D.But first the Blues will meet Club Leon.Copy linkCopiedAuckland in Bayern groupNew Zealanders Auckland City are in the same group as Bayern and Salzburg.At C2, they open against Bayern.Copy linkCopiedInter Miami out first in fourth potDavid Beckham’s Inter Miami are in Group A with Palmeiras and Porto.Miami will face Al Ahly in their opener.Copy linkCopiedPot 4 draw under wayCopy linkCopiedHere’s the draw after Pot 3Just one pot to go now…Copy linkCopiedNeymar’s club to face Real MadridSaudi’s Al-Hilal come out of Group H at H2.That means Real Madrid first up.What a potential date for Barcelona legend Neymar! Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedMoroccans to tackle Man CityAC Wydad – the 2022 African champs – are G2 in Group G.So they open against Man City and will later face Juve.Copy linkCopied More

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      Bournemouth 1-0 Tottenham LIVE RESULT: Huijsen’s header secures Cherries three huge points against Spurs

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      BOURNEMOUTH have beaten Tottenham at the vitality thanks to a Dean Huijsen header.Huijsen became Bournemouth’s youngest ever goal scorer with his crucial first half goal.And it is a result which sees Spurs drop down to 10th.RESULT: Bournemouth 1-0 TottenhamFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from Vitality Stadium with our live blog below… More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Salah scores twice in draw with Newcastle, Chelsea thrash Saints and City win – updates

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      FOOTBALL fans were treated treated to a midweek special with a lorry load of blockbuster Premier League clashes earlier tonight. League leaders Liverpool scrapped for a point in an entertaining 3-3 draw with Newcastle.Manchester City beat Nottingham Forest to end their run of seven games without a win. Elsewhere, Chelsea kept up their unbeaten run in Premier League as they thrashed struggling Southampton 5-1. Kick off times: 7.30pm/8.15pm GMTTV/Stream FREE: Amazon Prime VideoFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…Not awareMikel Arteta insists he had no idea Liverpool had dropped points going into the final quarter of an hour of Arsenal’s game with Manchester United.Do we believe him?He told BBC Radio 5 Live: “I didn’t know as I was so happy celebrating in the dressing room.”We got that news, but it is difficult to win this league. It is still very early.”Copy linkCopiedNever an issue with PepKevin de Bruyne has rubbished rumours of a falling out with Pep Guardiola after starring for Manchester City in their win over Nottingham Forest.He told BBC Sport: “Today is hopefully a first step to improve.”It’s good to change the momentum. In some games we lost there were periods we weren’t playing bad.”I know a lot has been said. There have never been issues between me and Pep. He knows I’ve been struggling. It’s painful and uncomfortable. I want to be back on the pitch. I felt good at the start of the season. I’m working hard to get back with my body. Maybe it’s going to be an up and down moment from now.”Hopefully I can get back to my body with not much pain and then I’ll be fine.”Copy linkCopiedStill a couple of games to goIt’s been some midweek already – and it’s not finished there.Two more games to come on Thursday night:Fulham vs BrightonBournemouth vs TottenhamCopy linkCopiedLost outRuben Amorim says the concession of goals from set pieces killed the game and believed there was nothing in the game outwith that.He told Match of the Day: “The set pieces changed the game. We could’ve been more aggressive towards the Arsenal box. Until the set pieces the game didn’t have too many opportunities for both sides, the set pieces killed the game.”They can put a lot of players near the goalkeeper and it’s almost impossible to fight for the ball but we have to manage to defend them and we already know we have to be better.”We were committed and we lost to the set pieces.”Copy linkCopied’Special day’Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal could’ve scored more than the two they did from set pieces today on a special milestone for the club.He told Match of the Day: “A special day, 500 games in this stadium. We scored two set pieces, but we could’ve scored from open play many more. We lost two massive players for us in our backline but the team are still responding.”The game opened up a little bit and we looked a real threat. Very pleased. It’s a joy to play in this stadium with that energy, it’s something incredible.”It was one of the best [set-piece performances], we could’ve scored more and I’m very pleased with that.”Copy linkCopiedMad gameIt certainly was an eventful night at St James’ Park – and the stats back that up.Twice trailing, Liverpool thought they’d won it late on before Fabian Schar’s late equaliser.33 shots at goal across the night. Terrific.Copy linkCopied’Really proud’ Eddie Howe has revealed he’s proud of his players after a dramatic draw with Liverpool.He told Amazon Prime Sport: “How do I feel? Positive, that was much better from us. You know with the quality Liverpool have off the bench we could have an issue and that’s what happened.”But our mental quality came to the fore and we got the equaliser. We had chances to make it 2-0, we scored three goals and looked dynamic and energetic.”I am really proud. We went toe-to-toe and matched them, it’s our best of the season. Our gameplan was to be ourselves which is difficult against a team like Liverpool, it’s a delicate balance.”Copy linkCopiedBacking his keeperMore from Arne Slot, who has backed his goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher after his costly mistake for Newcastle’s late equaliser.He told BBC 5 Live: “He has done remarkably well for us and even today he was good for us.”Unfortunately, he misjudged the situation.”Copy linkCopiedSpeaking of O’NeilSpeaking after tonight’s drubbing, he said he has ‘no concerns’ about his position.He said: “It was nowhere what it takes to compete at this level. We spoke about the physicality and test it would bring and we didn’t manage to cope. “We gave ourselves no chance again in the game. To concede the first goal, not being able to get the wall in the right place after the work that goes in.“The amount of goals we concede and how vulnerable we look from direct play and when teams put us under pressure is something that needs fixing and incredibly quickly.“It’s going to take a lot of work to fix it.“There’s a large part of me and a large part of the players who need to fix it. We’re working very hard to make sure we do fix it.  “I understand it (the chants towards him) fully. I’ve been here for what feels like quite a long time now. We’ve had some incredible moments, we’ve achieved some incredible things, some away wins, Stamford Bridge, West Brom, the ease in which we were able to move away from relegation last year despite what everyone thought, and so far this esason we’ve not been able to replicate that and I’m happy to accept my part of the blame.“I have no idea (whether he’ll get the chance to continue). That’s not in my control. I have zero concerns about my position. I’ll give everything until I’m asked not to.”Copy linkCopiedManagers in troubleTell you something, it’s not been a great midweek for the managers under pressure.First Julen Lopetegui’s West Ham were thumped 3-1 at Leicester last night.Russell Martin watched his Southampton side ship five goals in a hammering from Chelsea.The only one to get a result was Sean Dyche, who inflicted huge pain on Gary O’Neil and Wolves, who must now be clinging onto his job given their current issues.Copy linkCopiedPep: “Win all that matters”Pep Guardiola admits tonight was just about getting three points, in any way possible.And he’s thrilled to have ‘incredible person’ Kevin de Bruyne back and available from the start – what a difference he makes.He told BBC Sport: “We won. All that matters. Today is a good day.”He [De Bruyne] played really good. Defensively he helped us a lot. Very good. I’m really pleased. “He’s an incredible person. What he’s done these years with us have been outstanding. When he’s fit, maybe he can’t play every three days, but hopefully he can help us like he has since coming from Germany.”Copy linkCopiedArne disappointementLiverpool surrendered two points at the top of the league after drawing 3-3 in a stunning game at St James’ Park.They twice came back from behind to lead 3-2 before Newcastle grabbed a 90th minute equaliser through Fabian Schar.And manager Arne Slot said: “Two times we were one goal down and then 3-2 up, so mixed feelings. “It feels like a disappointment to drop two points.“We were outstanding in the second half but not good enough in the first half. In the end maybe 3-3 was what the game deserved.“We made too many mistakes in the first half. We played a few times through them but the second half was so much better, we had much more dominance and control.“We had two very tough games and had one day less to recover than Newcastle. They were more intense, more aggressive and if you’re able to change the game in the second half, that’s a very positive thing.”Copy linkCopiedHow we standA look at how the Premier League table looks then after a bonkers Wednesday night.Arsenal closing the gap on Liverpool to seven points, though still trail second place Chelsea on goal difference.Man City keep pace with those after finally winning a game.Copy linkCopiedPremier League full time resultsOh what a night! Six games and 26 goals in a superb midweek special in the Premier League.Here’s tonight’s full time results: Everton 4-0 Wolves Man City 3-0 Nottingham Forest Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool Southampton 1-5 Chelsea Arsenal 2-0 Man UtdAston Villa 3-1 BrentfordCopy linkCopied’Stuck to the plan’Declan Rice hailed set piece coach Nico Jover as Arsenal scored both goals against Man Utd from set pieces.He told Amazon Prime Sport: “What a night. Manchester United have a new manager so we knew it would be a test. We stuck to the game plan and we could’ve had three or four.”When you go up for a corner it’s a chance to score a goal. To score both of them from corners, Nico [Jover, set piece coach] will be buzzing and I’m so happy. “It’s more just seeing clips and I know the weight I need to put on the ball and it’s just about repetition. I put a few good balls in and could’ve had a couple of assists so it was nice to get one.”Copy linkCopiedFull time view from Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkVilla cured their mid-season hiccups with a deserved victory to end their recent eight-game winless stutter.With Southampton next to visit Villa Park on Saturday, Unai Emery will be confident another home win will restore even more confidence.And he’ll be hoping to complete a busy week with a hat-trick of wins when Villa head to Leipzig on Champions League duty next week.Brentford’s dreams of playing in Europe will remain just that – until they cure their travel sickness.Copy linkCopiedFT! Aston Villa 3-1 BrentfordRogers, Watkins and Cash grabbing the goals as Villa end their winless run in emphatic fashion.Copy linkCopiedFT! Arsenal 2-0 Manchester UnitedHuge win for the Gunners who close the gap at the top.Ruben Amorim tasting defeat as Manchester United manager for the first time.Copy linkCopiedClosing stagesInto the latter stages now in the two later kick offs but the home sides both look in control.Arsenal will close the gap on leaders Liverpool with this result.Aston Villa will bring a long winless run to an end.Unless….Copy linkCopiedSecond half view of Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkMikkel Damsgaard has restored some pride for Brentford, who have picked up the pace after the break.The Dane pounced on Matty Cash’s headed clearance and cut inside Boubacar Kamara to slam the ball into the roof of Emi Martinez’s net to make it 3-1.Surely Villa couldn’t throw it away now …. could they?Copy linkCopied73 – GOAL! ARSENAL 2-0 Man UtdThe Gunners double their lead through WILLIAM SALIBA!Surprise, surprise – it’s from a corner! Saka swings it in this time from the right to find Partey all alone at the back post.He heads across the six-yard box and the ball flies into the back of the net off Saliba’s BACKSIDE and into the net.He jumps into the crowd, what a moment this could be!Copy linkCopiedWhat a save!What have we just seen!Stunning from David Raya, if slightly for the cameras.Arsenal’s attacking set pieces are good but they seemingly can’t defend them on this evidence as De Ligt looks to have equalised with a header on goal from 10 yards, only for Raya to spring to his left and keep it out on the goal line and claw it to safety.Cracking save and the Gunners still lead 1-0.Copy linkCopiedLatest scoresEverton 4-0 Wolves FTMan City 3-0 Nottingham Forest FTNewcastle 3-3 Liverpool FTSouthampton 1-5 Chelsea FTArsenal 1-0 Man Utd 67 minsAston Villa 3-1 Brentford 64 minsCopy linkCopiedFT! Everton 4-0 WolvesA memorable night for the Toffees who score four times to collect a vital three points.Less memorable for Craig Dawson who bags himself two own goals – yikes!Copy linkCopied54 – GOAL! Aston Villa 3-1 BRENTFORDComeback on at Villa Park? MIKKEL DAMSGAARD has one back…Villa don’t deal with a cross into the box and it’s helped on towards the back post where Damsgaard collects it near the byline.Villa are expecting the cross and the Bees’ man works room for himself inside the box onto his right foot and smashes beyond Martinez.Copy linkCopied More

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      Arsenal 2 Man Utd 0 LIVE RESULT: Timber & Saliba BOTH score from corners as Gunners close gap at the top – updates

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      ARSENAL handed new Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim his first defeat as they beat the Red Devils 2-0.Jurrien Timber and William Saliba both scored from second-half corners as the Gunners closed the gap on Liverpool at the top of the Premier League.Kick-off time: 8:15pm GMTLive stream/TV: Amazon Prime Video FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from the Emirates with our live blog below…Ruben needing change at Old TraffordYou cannot purely blame a manager for poor performances.The reality of the situation Ruben Amorim finds himself in is that he blessed with a squad who are just not up to the task.It is quite cliche but the league table does not lie.For the manager to put his stamp on this team, he needs to bring in players who can deliver his tactics.Copy linkCopiedQuestions will still be askedWhile it was mission accomplished for The Gunners this evening, there is still a long road ahead in this campaign.They need to work a way to create more chances against the bigger teams as they need to assert themselves.Whether the Spaniard plans on bringing a striker into the club in January, only time will tell.They need one if they plan on winning trophies.Copy linkCopiedRuben looking for winning formulaThe Portuguese manager will experience his first ‘festive period’ of fixtures in the Premier League.With many games to be played, there will be quick turnarounds between matches.Some tricky fixtures coming up, it will be a real baptism of fire for Ruben Amorim.Copy linkCopiedGunners needing to put run togetherMikel Arteta needs his side to continue their good form of late.Even without the influential Gabriel, they kept a clean sheet this evening against a lacklustre opponent.You can only beat who is put in front of you, Arsenal now move on to focussing on the challenge ahead.Copy linkCopiedDec’s crucial to Christmas spirits in North LondonDeclan Rice was awarded the man of the match award against Man Utd this evening in the 500th game at The Emirates.They forked out to bring Rice from West Ham and he wants to try and win some silverware here.To stand a chance of challenging for the title, they cannot afford to take their foot off the gas at all.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedNorwegian crucial to title challengeIf Arsenal are to keep pace with Liverpool and challenge for the Premier League title, Martin Odegaard is vital.He makes such a different to this side, pulling the strings and creating the chances for them to put sides away.Arteta will need to ensure that he stays injury-free for the remainder of the season.Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 2-0 Man UtdThe stats show that Arsenal were the more dominant side here tonight.Set pieces came to their aid once again.More importantly, they reduced the gap between them and Liverpool to 7 points after this win.Copy linkCopiedFT: Arsenal 2-0 Man UtdThe referee brings the match to a close.Arsenal are the victors in North London.Plenty of work to do for Ruben Amorim.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd90+3. The win is all that mattered for Mikel Arteta and that is exactly what they have got.They deserved the victory, of the two teams, they were the only ones creating chances.It was not a great watch, the biggest cheer will be the final whistle for those who stayed.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd90+1. Almost another goal for Mikel Arteta’s side.Rice swings in the corner and it is scrambled off the line as Onana misses his punch.We are going to have four additional minutes.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd89. Declan Rice has been awarded the man of the match award.He has had two assists so far this evening from his corners. It seems more important that The Gunners secure all three points first.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd87. Man Utd opt to try a training ground move.Fernandes slides it into the path Antony in the box.His shot is straight at Raya but other than that, the move worked.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd85. Antony is fouled by Merino on the edge of the box.Chance for Fernandes to get a consolation goal for the visitors.That said, if they score now, we might have a game on our hands.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd83. Another big chance for The Gunners.Trossard tries to walk it into the net and the resulting tackle sees the ball break to Odegaard in the middle of the box.His shot is blocked and Havertz is penalised for a foul.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd81. Antony has come on for Hojlund now.The pair look like they do not have a goal between them in their locker.Some of great signings of the ten Hag era right there.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 2-0 Man Utd79. Ugarte is penalised for a foul on Saka out wide.Chance for Arsenal to put another dangerous cross into the box.De Ligt heads clear but The Gunners recycle it well.The move breaks down when Merino is caught offside,Copy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd77. Rice puts an inswinging corner in right under the crossbar.Onana punches it over for another one.As the cross comes in, Merino has a completely free-header but sends it wide of the target.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal 2-0 Man Utd75. Not the best goal you will ever see but that really does not matter right now for Mikel Arteta’s side.We have some wait at the moment as VAR checks the goal for offside.Check complete, the goal stands.Partey headed back across goal, it hit Saliba’s hip and ends in the back of the net.Copy linkCopiedGoal – William Saliba (Arsenal)Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd73. Rice looks to shoot from some distance.When he does this you can see it coming a mile off and usually a defender will slide in to block.Exactly what happened on this occasion. Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd71. Merino and Trossard come on for the hosts.Martinelli and Zinchenko make way for the changes.This game is still finely poised in North London.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd69. Man Utd are seeing more of the ball now.They are trying to be direct with passes forward but it is too easy for Arsenal to head clear.The Gunners are camped out in their own half.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd67. As the ball is clipped in, de Ligt heads it solidy towards goal.Raya watches it all of the way as he claws it out of the goal.It was a great save by the Spaniard.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd65. Although Arteta would take this result right now, this really has been a drab affair between the pair.Hopefully we are building to mammouth finish to this game.A second goal for The Gunners would surely put this game to bed.Amad is fouled making a beeline for the box and wins his side a free kick.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Man Utd63. Still plenty of this game left.If they have any will to win this game, they need to throw more players forward than they are now.It is all looking too easy for Arsenal out of possession.Copy linkCopied More

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      Leicester vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Van Nistelrooy takes charge of first Foxes game against Hammers – latest updates

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      RUUD VAN NISTERLOOY takes charge of Leicester for the first time in a tough test against West Ham.The Manchester United legend will be determined to right a few wrongs after witnessing his new side get lose comfortably to Brentford last weekend from the stands.However, the Foxes come up against a Hammers side who are eager to bounce back from their recent 5-2 Arsenal battering.Kick-off time: 8:15pm GMTLive stream/TV: Amazon Prime VideoFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from the King Power with our live blog below… More

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      Ipswich vs Crystal Palace LIVE SCORE: Premier League latest as McKenna’s side face Eagles at Portman Road – updates

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      PREMIER LEAGUE football is back tonight as Ipswich face Crystal Palace in a must-win clash for both sides at Portman Road.The Tractor Boys will be determined to bounce back from their tight 1-0 loss at the hands of Nottingham Forest.While Palace are hoping to end a four-game winless run with their last victory coming against Tottenham at the tail end of October.Kick-off time: 7:30pm GMTLive stream/TV: Amazon Prime VideoFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from Portman Road with our live blog below… More

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      FA Cup 3rd round draw in full LIVE: Arsenal face Man Utd in bombshell tie while Man City take on Salford – updates

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      THE FA Cup 3rd round draw has concluded with Arsenal facing Manchester United in a blockbuster tie at the Emirates!Non-league side Tamworth are set to host Premier League giants Tottenham.Manchester City face the class of 92-owned Salford City and Gary Neville has already been poking fun at Pep Guardiola.While Chelsea and Liverpool also face lower-league opposition.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from the FA Cup third round draw with our live blog below…Neville trolls PepGary Neville – Salford City’s co-owner – has trolled Pep Guardiola after Man City drew Salford in a mammoth derby.Guardiola was hit with “sacked in the morning” chants from Liverpool fans after suffering yet another loss at the weekend.And Neville has cheekily said more is to come when City host the League Two side.Copy linkCopiedFA Cup 3rd round datesThe big ties will take place across Friday January 10 to Monday, January 13, 2025.And what a draw that was.Kick-off times yet to be announced, with BBC and ITV broadcasting games.Copy linkCopiedFA Cup draw in fullSouthampton vs SwanseaArsenal vs Man UtdExeter City vs Oxford UtdLeyton Orient vs Derby CountyReading vs BurnleyAston Villa vs West HamNorwich vs BrightonMan City vs Salford CityMillwall vs Dagenham & RedbridgeLiverpool vs Accrington StanleyBristol City vs WolvesPreston vs CharltonChelsea vs MorecambeMiddlesbrough vs BlackburnBournemouth vs West BromMansfield Town vs WiganTamworth vs TottenhamHull vs DoncasterSunderland vs Stoke CityLeicester vs QPRBrentford vs Plymouth ArgyleCoventry City vs Sheffield WednesdayNewcastle vs BromleyEverton vs PeterboroughWycombe vs PortsmouthBirmingham vs Lincoln CityLeeds vs HarrogateNottingham Forest vs Luton TownSheffield Utd vs CardiffIpswich vs Bristol RoversFulham vs WatfordCrystal Palace vs StockportCopy linkCopiedYoung set to face his sonAshley Young has broken his silence after it was revealed he might face his son, Tyler.Taking to social media, he said: “WOW…….. Dreams might come true #YoungvVsYoung”It comes with Everton being drawn against Peterborough. Copy linkCopiedNeville pop at GuardiolaGary Neville has poked fun at Pep Guardiola after Salford were drawn against Man City.Echoing Liverpool fans on Sunday, Neville said: “He’s getting sacked in the morning.”Neville owns Salford with other members of the Class of 92.Copy linkCopiedArsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAfter drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time the teams face off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United.Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.Copy linkCopiedDion Dublin on Arsenal v Man UtdI think that might be a TV game, what do you think?They’re the kind of games we need in the FA Cup.Dion DublinBBCCopy linkCopiedFans say FA Cup tie is ‘rigged’THE FA CUP third round draw led to furious reactions from a few disappointed fans, with some going as far as to describe it as “rigged”.The third round draw’s most exciting tie is between Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United, who will face off on the weekend of January 11 at the Emirates.In contrast, Arsenal and United’s rivals were drawn against lower-league opponents.Manchester City got Salford, Chelsea drew Morecambe, Liverpool were paired with Accrington Stanley and Tottenham will face Tamworth.And some fans believe the difference of quality between those ties makes the draw, which was conducted by former Manchester United players Mark Hughes and Dion Dublin, look suspicious.One fan tweeted: “Absolutely f*g rigged.”Copy linkCopiedBromley CEO and assistant manager reactionBromley CEO Mark Hammond and assistant manager Alan Dunne were ecstatic at drawing Newcastle.But their first thought was to call manager Andy Woodman, who said it would be his dream to face his old club.You can see the video below.Copy linkCopiedDream draw for Andy WoodmanBromley manager Andy Woodman praised his Ravens’ side for marking a new piece of history for the club by getting to the third round.However, he has revealed his ideal opponents for the second round.He said: “There’s loads of big teams in there.“Newcastle would be my ideal one. I love my time there.“I also think for the area, Crystal Palace would be a good one.“Let’s see what the football gods throw up.”After being drawn away at Newcastle, Bromley said on social media: “That one’s for you gaffer.”Copy linkCopiedTamworth draw reactionTamworth have released a video of their fans reacting to the FA Cup third-round draw.The heartwarming scenes saw fans get excited when they were pulled out of the hat, before celebrating wildly when they learned they would host Tottenham.Truly the magic of the Cup.You can see the video below.Copy linkCopiedOther huge news for English footballWhile this season has seen FA Cup replays scrapped in a historical yet controversial move, there could be another huge custom that is axed.The Saturday afternoon blackout could be ended after 60 YEARS.And Sun Sport has been told of a growing belief among league chiefs that the concept is now out of date – and should be changed within five years.The new four-year Premier League TV deal, with up to 270 of the 380 matches being shown live, begins next term and will run to the end of the 2028-29 season.Sky’s £935m five year EFL deal, with more than 1,000 games per season being shown, will also run out at the same time, making way for a major rethink by the game’s authorities.And while the FA, which has policed the blackout since it was introduced to protect match attendances in the 1960s, had previously started its opposition to the policy being lifted, the wishes of the leagues could see a change of heart.While 3pm games across the Prem and EFL cannot be shown live on TV other than in specific circumstances, the UK is the last country in Europe with that policy in place.Copy linkCopiedYoung respondsAshley Young has broken his silence after it was revealed he might face his son, Tyler.Taking to social media, he said: “WOW…….. Dreams might come true #YoungvVsYoung”Copy linkCopiedArsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAfter drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time the teams face off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United. Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.Copy linkCopiedNeville pop at GuardiolaGary Neville has poked fun at Pep Guardiola after Salford were drawn against Man City.Neville owns Salford with other members of the Class of 92.Copy linkCopiedFather v son One tie that has been overlooked is Everton v Peterborough.However, the headline on that draw has nothing to do with the teams, but rather with two players. Everton’s Ashley Young could end up playing against his 18-year-old son Tyler.Taking to Instagram he posted a screenshot of the tie and tagged his dad in it.Young Sr. has won the FA Cup in 2016 with Man Utd.He has played 31 FA Cup games across his career.Meanwhile, Tyler only made his pro debut in October in a 2-0 EFL Trophy win over Stevenage.Copy linkCopiedDream tie for Bromley manager WoodmanAndy Woodman said after Bromley made the third round that he wanted one of Newcastle or Crystal Palace.So landing Newcastle away must feel really special for him and the Ravens supporters alike.Bromley said on social media: “This one’s for you, Gaffer.”Copy linkCopiedTamworth elatedYou just have to be happy for the likes of Tamworth after that draw.The club shared pictures to social media of their fans celebrating wildly with the draw.And who can blame them?Manager Andy Peaks probably summed up a lot of the reaction in the BBC studio.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFans declare “greatest draw of all time””101 places between #Tottenham and #Tamworth and yet I’m still certain they’ll score first from a set piece and we’ll need at least 4 to win the game. #TamworthTottenham #facup3rdRoundDraw.””Some brilliant draws there for the FA Cup 3rd Round!! Minnows off to Prem Clubs great to see.””Greatest draw of all time haha, Arsenal v Man United, Leeds v Harrogate, Man City v Salford, Liverpool v Accrington, Newcastle v Bromley, Tamworth v Spurs and quite a few I haven’t mentioned.”Copy linkCopiedFA Cup dates from third roundThird round: Saturday, January 11Fourth round: Saturday, February 8Fifth round: Saturday, March 1Quarter-finals: Saturday, March 29Semi-finals: Saturday, April 26Final: Saturday, May 17Copy linkCopiedDion Dublin on Arsenal v Man Utd drawI think that might be a TV game, what do you think?They’re the kind of games we need in the FA Cup.Dion DublinBBCCopy linkCopiedDraw in fullHere is the FA Cup third round draw in full1 Southampton v Swansea City 2 Arsenal v Manchester United3 Exeter City v Oxford United4 Leyton Orient v Derby County5 Reading v Burnley6 Aston Villa v West Ham United7 Norwich City v Brighton & Hove Albion8 Manchester City v Salford City9 Millwall v Dagenham & Redbridge10 Liverpool v Accrington Stanley11 Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers12 Preston North End v Charlton Athletic13 Chelsea v Morecambe14 Middlesbrough v Blackburn Rovers15 AFC Bournemouth v West Bromwich Albion16 Mansfield Town v Wigan Athletic17 Tamworth v Tottenham Hotspur18 Hull City v Doncaster Rovers19 Sunderland v Stoke City20 Leicester City v Queens Park Rangers21 Brentford v Plymouth Argyle22 Coventry City v Sheffield Wednesday23 Newcastle United v Bromley24 Everton v Peterborough United25 Wycombe Wanderers v Portsmouth26 Birmingham City v Lincoln City27 Leeds United v Harrogate Town28 Nottingham Forest v Luton Town29 Sheffield United v Cardiff City30 Ipswich Town v Bristol Rovers31 Fulham v Watford32 Crystal Palace v Stockport CountyCopy linkCopiedMore reaction”What an FA Cup draw that is!! Liverpool v Accrington. Man City v Salford. Arsenal v United.””What an FA Cup draw that was for the lower league teams.””What a fantastic draw.. The FA cup still has the magic draws.”Copy linkCopiedTamworth stadiumTottenham’s visit to Tamworth’s Lamb Ground will see them squeeze into a stadium with a capacity of just 4,000.Some come down from nearly 63,000.Copy linkCopiedFan reaction”Arsenal again in the fa cup? I’m tired man.””What an absolutely cracking FA Cup Draw!””Got to be the best set of FA cup ties ever.”Copy linkCopied More

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      FA Cup 3rd round draw LIVE: Arsenal face Man Utd in bombshell tie while non-league Tamworth host Spurs – latest reaction

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      THE FA Cup 3rd round draw has concluded and Arsenal will face Manchester United in a blockbuster tie at the Emirates!Non-league side Tamworth are set to host Premier League giants Tottenham.Manchester City face the class of 92-owned Salford City and Gary Neville has already been poking fun at Pep Guardiola.While Chelsea and Liverpool also face lower-league opposition.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from the FA Cup third round draw with our live blog below…Neville pop at GuardiolaGary Neville has poked fun at Pep Guardiola after Salford were drawn against Man City.Echoing Liverpool fans on Sunday, Neville said: “He’s getting sacked in the morning.”Neville owns Salford with other members of the Class of 92.Copy linkCopiedArsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAfter drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time the teams face off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United.Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.Copy linkCopiedDion Dublin on Arsenal v Man UtdI think that might be a TV game, what do you think?They’re the kind of games we need in the FA Cup.Dion DublinBBCCopy linkCopiedFans say FA Cup tie is ‘rigged’THE FA CUP third round draw led to furious reactions from a few disappointed fans, with some going as far as to describe it as “rigged”.The third round draw’s most exciting tie is between Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United, who will face off on the weekend of January 11 at the Emirates.In contrast, Arsenal and United’s rivals were drawn against lower-league opponents.Manchester City got Salford, Chelsea drew Morecambe, Liverpool were paired with Accrington Stanley and Tottenham will face Tamworth.And some fans believe the difference of quality between those ties makes the draw, which was conducted by former Manchester United players Mark Hughes and Dion Dublin, look suspicious.One fan tweeted: “Absolutely f*g rigged.”Copy linkCopiedBromley CEO and assistant manager reactionBromley CEO Mark Hammond and assistant manager Alan Dunne were ecstatic at drawing Newcastle.But their first thought was to call manager Andy Woodman, who said it would be his dream to face his old club.You can see the video below.Copy linkCopiedDream draw for Andy WoodmanBromley manager Andy Woodman praised his Ravens’ side for marking a new piece of history for the club by getting to the third round.However, he has revealed his ideal opponents for the second round.He said: “There’s loads of big teams in there.“Newcastle would be my ideal one. I love my time there.“I also think for the area, Crystal Palace would be a good one.“Let’s see what the football gods throw up.”After being drawn away at Newcastle, Bromley said on social media: “That one’s for you gaffer.”Copy linkCopiedTamworth draw reactionTamworth have released a video of their fans reacting to the FA Cup third-round draw.The heartwarming scenes saw fans get excited when they were pulled out of the hat, before celebrating wildly when they learned they would host Tottenham.Truly the magic of the Cup.You can see the video below.Copy linkCopiedOther huge news for English footballWhile this season has seen FA Cup replays scrapped in a historical yet controversial move, there could be another huge custom that is axed.The Saturday afternoon blackout could be ended after 60 YEARS.And Sun Sport has been told of a growing belief among league chiefs that the concept is now out of date – and should be changed within five years.The new four-year Premier League TV deal, with up to 270 of the 380 matches being shown live, begins next term and will run to the end of the 2028-29 season.Sky’s £935m five year EFL deal, with more than 1,000 games per season being shown, will also run out at the same time, making way for a major rethink by the game’s authorities.And while the FA, which has policed the blackout since it was introduced to protect match attendances in the 1960s, had previously started its opposition to the policy being lifted, the wishes of the leagues could see a change of heart.While 3pm games across the Prem and EFL cannot be shown live on TV other than in specific circumstances, the UK is the last country in Europe with that policy in place.Copy linkCopiedYoung respondsAshley Young has broken his silence after it was revealed he might face his son, Tyler.Taking to social media, he said: “WOW…….. Dreams might come true #YoungvVsYoung”Copy linkCopiedArsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAfter drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time the teams face off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United. Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.Copy linkCopiedNeville pop at GuardiolaGary Neville has poked fun at Pep Guardiola after Salford were drawn against Man City.Neville owns Salford with other members of the Class of 92.Copy linkCopiedFather v son One tie that has been overlooked is Everton v Peterborough.However, the headline on that draw has nothing to do with the teams, but rather with two players. Everton’s Ashley Young could end up playing against his 18-year-old son Tyler.Taking to Instagram he posted a screenshot of the tie and tagged his dad in it.Young Sr. has won the FA Cup in 2016 with Man Utd.He has played 31 FA Cup games across his career.Meanwhile, Tyler only made his pro debut in October in a 2-0 EFL Trophy win over Stevenage.Copy linkCopiedDream tie for Bromley manager WoodmanAndy Woodman said after Bromley made the third round that he wanted one of Newcastle or Crystal Palace.So landing Newcastle away must feel really special for him and the Ravens supporters alike.Bromley said on social media: “This one’s for you, Gaffer.”Copy linkCopiedTamworth elatedYou just have to be happy for the likes of Tamworth after that draw.The club shared pictures to social media of their fans celebrating wildly with the draw.And who can blame them?Manager Andy Peaks probably summed up a lot of the reaction in the BBC studio.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFans declare “greatest draw of all time””101 places between #Tottenham and #Tamworth and yet I’m still certain they’ll score first from a set piece and we’ll need at least 4 to win the game. #TamworthTottenham #facup3rdRoundDraw.””Some brilliant draws there for the FA Cup 3rd Round!! Minnows off to Prem Clubs great to see.””Greatest draw of all time haha, Arsenal v Man United, Leeds v Harrogate, Man City v Salford, Liverpool v Accrington, Newcastle v Bromley, Tamworth v Spurs and quite a few I haven’t mentioned.”Copy linkCopiedFA Cup dates from third roundThird round: Saturday, January 11Fourth round: Saturday, February 8Fifth round: Saturday, March 1Quarter-finals: Saturday, March 29Semi-finals: Saturday, April 26Final: Saturday, May 17Copy linkCopiedDion Dublin on Arsenal v Man Utd drawI think that might be a TV game, what do you think?They’re the kind of games we need in the FA Cup.Dion DublinBBCCopy linkCopiedDraw in fullHere is the FA Cup third round draw in full1 Southampton v Swansea City 2 Arsenal v Manchester United3 Exeter City v Oxford United4 Leyton Orient v Derby County5 Reading v Burnley6 Aston Villa v West Ham United7 Norwich City v Brighton & Hove Albion8 Manchester City v Salford City9 Millwall v Dagenham & Redbridge10 Liverpool v Accrington Stanley11 Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers12 Preston North End v Charlton Athletic13 Chelsea v Morecambe14 Middlesbrough v Blackburn Rovers15 AFC Bournemouth v West Bromwich Albion16 Mansfield Town v Wigan Athletic17 Tamworth v Tottenham Hotspur18 Hull City v Doncaster Rovers19 Sunderland v Stoke City20 Leicester City v Queens Park Rangers21 Brentford v Plymouth Argyle22 Coventry City v Sheffield Wednesday23 Newcastle United v Bromley24 Everton v Peterborough United25 Wycombe Wanderers v Portsmouth26 Birmingham City v Lincoln City27 Leeds United v Harrogate Town28 Nottingham Forest v Luton Town29 Sheffield United v Cardiff City30 Ipswich Town v Bristol Rovers31 Fulham v Watford32 Crystal Palace v Stockport CountyCopy linkCopiedMore reaction”What an FA Cup draw that is!! Liverpool v Accrington. Man City v Salford. Arsenal v United.””What an FA Cup draw that was for the lower league teams.””What a fantastic draw.. The FA cup still has the magic draws.”Copy linkCopiedTamworth stadiumTottenham’s visit to Tamworth’s Lamb Ground will see them squeeze into a stadium with a capacity of just 4,000.Some come down from nearly 63,000.Copy linkCopiedFan reaction”Arsenal again in the fa cup? I’m tired man.””What an absolutely cracking FA Cup Draw!””Got to be the best set of FA cup ties ever.”Copy linkCopiedWhat a drawWhat an incredible third round draw that was.Some huge ties in there. Arsenal v Man Utd is the blockbuster clash.But Leeds v Harrogate, Tamworth v Tottenham and Newcastle v Bromley are some real glamour ties for the lower league sides.Not to mention Man City v Salford, Millwall v Dagenham & Redbridge or Liverpool v Accrington.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace v StockportCopy linkCopiedFulham v WatfordCopy linkCopiedIpswich v Bristol RoversCopy linkCopied More