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      Brentford vs Tottenham LIVE SCORE: Premier League clash on NOW as Janelt’s OWN GOAL puts Spurs ahead – latest updates

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      TOTTENHAM are taking on Brentford in a huge Premier League clash RIGHT NOW.Ange Postecoglu is under growing pressure as Spurs boss following a torrid run which has seen his side take just one point from their last seven games in the league.Tottenham face a Brentford side, who have the fifth-best home record in the Prem, but have struggled on their own patch in recent weeks.TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Premier LeagueLive stream: NOWBrentford team:  Valdimarsson, Ajer, Collins, Van den Berg, Lewis-Potter, Norgaard, Janelt, Damsgaard, Schade, Mbeumo, WissaTottenham team: Kinsky, Porro, Gray, Davies, Spence, Bissouma, Bentancur, Kulusevski, Moore, Richarlison, SonCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Full Time: Brentford 0-2 TottenhamSpurs sub Pape Matar Sarr settled it with a second goal three minutes from time.It’s a first Premier League win since mid-December and back-to-back victories for Tottenham. Yet while the players are lapping it up, the fans are still calling for chairman Daniel Levy’s head.Tensions are running deeper than just results.For Brentford the season is wobbling on. No home win for them since December 7 now but a more passive fanbase accepts defeat gracefully.An own goal from Vitaly Janelt was a cruel way to go behind but despite Yoane Wissa hitting the bar and a few scrambled chances the finishing was poot from Thomas Frank’s team.Injury depleted Spurs in a good frame of mind now for Thursday’s Carabao Cup semi final second leg at Liverpool where they will defend a 1-0 lead.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedFull Time: Brentford 0-2 TottenhamWhat a HUGE win for Spurs! That’s just their second Premier League triumph since November.The win sees them go eight points above the relegation zone, and should give them confidence ahead of Thursday’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg!Copy linkCopied 90 – Brentford 0-2 TottenhamFour minutes have been added on in West London.This would be a huge win for Spurs!Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Brentford 0-2 Tottenham (Pape Matar Sarr, 87)That should do it for Spurs!Tottenham have been penned in for much of the second half, but they’ve probably just gone and won it!Son Heung-min plays in Pape Matar Sarr with a brilliant through ball, before the Senegalese ace prods it through Hakon Valdimarsson’s legs.Huge for Tottenham!Copy linkCopied86 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamDjed Spence clears off the line for Spurs!The full-back has probably been the visitors’ man of the match – immense.Copy linkCopied84 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamThomas Frank is rolling the dice with an attacking sub.Fabio Carvalho replaces Christian Norgaard for the closing stages.Copy linkCopied83 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamSpurs get some welcome respite with Son Heung-min winning a corner.Brentford fans are not happy with how long Tottenham are taking to take it!Copy linkCopied78 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamDane Scarlett is coming on for his first Premier League appearance of the season.The 20-year-old replaces Richarlison, who is loudly booed by angry Brentford fans.Copy linkCopied 77 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamBryan Mbeumo’s shot has just gone out for a throw in. Kind of sums up Brentford in front of goal so far.They have hit the bar and pushed a lot. But the finish is largely lacking.Copy linkCopied76 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamIt’s time for a Brentford debut!New signing Michael Kayode replaces Kristoffer Ajer.Can the former Fiorentina man make the difference?Copy linkCopied73 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamDjed Spence deserves plenty of credit for how he’s dealt with Bryan Mbeumo today.The Spurs full-back has been immense.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopied71 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamIt’s the same old story for the Bees at the moment, Spurs are remaining resolute!But there’s a still plenty of time left yet…Copy linkCopied68 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamAnge Postecoglou makes his second change of the afternoon, it’s Pape Matar Sarr coming on.The midfielder replaces Yves Bissouma in the Spurs engine room.Copy linkCopied66 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamBrentford are pushing to equalise and this has the look of a game where Tottenham could concede. As per usual.Yoane Wissa has hit the crossbar and there is a definite feel that the momentum is with the home side. Tottenham soaking it up for now.Copy linkCopied64 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamThe Bees are having much more of the ball in the second-half, but Spurs have so far held firm.Ange Postecoglou’s side have posed the occasional threat on the counter.Copy linkCopied 60 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamBirthday boy Luvas Bergvall comes close!Dejan Kulusevski wriggles free on the right before teeing up his compatriot.Swede Bergvall unleashes a left-footed shot at goal, but his low effort fizzes just wide.Copy linkCopied59 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamThe Bees have Spurs penned in at the moment!Ange Postecoglou’s side are struggling to put any sequences of possession together.Will the Aussie make a change?Copy linkCopied 55 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamHuge chance for Tottenham!Rodrigo Bentancur turns the ball over in midfield, before sending Dejan Kulusevski scurrying away with a brilliant through ball.The Swede runs in on goal, but can only find the side netting with his shot!Copy linkCopied 53 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamHow has that not gone in!A brilliant ball in by Mikkel Damsgaard finds Yoane Wissa on the edge of the six-yard box!With the goal at his mercy the forward prodded over the bar!What a let-off for Spurs.Copy linkCopied 52 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamA scary moment for Antonin Kinsky as he appeared to misjudge a cross.His flap did NOT fall to a Brentford player and Spurs just about manage to clear!Copy linkCopied50 – Brentford 0-1 TottenhamNot much to report so far in the second half!Bryan Mbeumo nearly wriggled free in the box, but his cut back is cut out.It’s not been the liveliest affair… yet anyway.Copy linkCopiedSecond half underwaySpurs kick-off the second half at the Gtech!Can they hold their lead for what would be a big win?Copy linkCopiedTottenham make a changeLucas Bergvall is coming on as a half-time substitute for Ange Postecoglou’s side.He is on for 17-year-old Mikey Moore, so expect Dejan Kulusevski to move to the wing.The Swede is celebrating his 19th birthday, and will hope to do so with three points!Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedSpurs new boy watchingTottenham new boy Kevin Danso will have enjoyed that!The Austrian international watched the first half from home.Copy linkCopiedLatest from elsewhereManchester United are drawing 0-0 with Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.Just a reminder, the Red Devils would overtake Brentford if they were to win and the Bees to lose.Credit: RexCopy linkCopied More

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      Adam Azim vs Sergey Lipinets LIVE RESULTS: Assassin scores BRILLIANT TKO win despite two low blow deductions

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      ADAM AZIM scored a brilliant TKO win over Sergey Lipinets as he overcame the toughest test of his career.The build up to the super-lightweight fight descended into chaos with BOTH fighters initially missing the weight before making it.Azim dominated the fight but had to overcome a bit of adversity as he was docked TWO points for continuous low blows.The Assassin, 22, let out a roar at the end of the fight as he was held aloft by trainer Shane McGuigan.Start time: From 7pmMain event Expected 10pmTV channel/ live stream: Sky Sports + and Sky Sports Main EventCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow ALL of the updates below…Azim on his performanceIn his post-fight interview, Azim said: “The first knockdown, I dint know I hit him. I had to be patient. “To be world class, you have to be patient. He’s a very big puncher and I’ve got so much respect for him.”He was going really low, I couldn’t see where his belt was, he was small, it was so hard for me to place the shot. “But I had to stop them, Shane said ‘if you do that again, I’ll make you do 100 burpees in the gym’.”I was working on inside fighting with Shane in the gym. It’s really hard to see Lipinets go like that.”Copy linkCopiedJohnny Nelson Former world champ Nelson told Sky Sports: “What a disciplined mature performance. “Cool, patient, kept his pace.”Adam stayed disciplined and let the shots go. He had to be careful as Lipinets tried to throw over the top.”But I though, you have now graduated.”Copy linkCopiedMore from AzimHe said: “My performance was great, I had to keep calm.“I had to be patient at this world-class level.“I broke him down, he was really dangerous at the start and I respect him so much.“It was upsetting to see Lipinets go out like that because he is a legend.“Dalton Smith better be watching because I am coming for him. You aint that good.“That fight is marinating and when I fight him, I will teach him a lesson.”Copy linkCopiedDalton Smith next?Adam Azim had one name on his mind for his next fight…”Dalton Smith you better watch out mate – I’m coming baby,” he said.”When I do fight him I’m going to teach him a lesson!”Copy linkCopiedAzim roarsShane McGuigan jumps into the ring and lifts Azim off his feet as The Assassin looks delighted!He jumps onto the canvas and punches the ground, letting out a huge roar – he’s delighted with that one!Copy linkCopiedAzim wins!Superb win from Adam Azim and – we must stay – an excellent intervention from the referee.That was only going one way and he stopped it before Lipinets could take serious damage.What a brilliant win and the 22-year-old’s star continues to rise.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R9Azim steams out of the corner and lands three massive uppercuts to start the round!The crowd are on their feet!Azim lands a couple more and Lipinets refuses to go down – but it’s clear this is over, the ref is in and ENDS it!Azim wins!Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R8Azim does forget the downstairs and lands a beautiful uppercut that shook Lipinets.Now it’s Lipinets’ turn to throw a low blow and send Azim walking away to the corner.Hurting the rhythm of the fight this is, but Azim is still looking very good.Lipinets is starting to lose a bit of steam in this fight, Azim looks much more comfortable .They go in close again and Azim catches him with a beautiful uppercut that has the crowd purring.Azim then sends Lipinets stumbling with another big right but the Kazakh has a quick jog but stays on his feet!Azim chases him but the bell just comes in time to save Lipinets.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R7Azim goes for a different look in the round – he’s spent most of the fight so far keeping Lipinets ar distance.But Azim gets straight into the phonebox with his opponent and goes head-to-head, shoulder-to-shoulder with Lipinets – and looks good doing it.Just as he’s looking comfortable, oh dead – yet ANOTHER low blow.This one sends Lipinets to the floor and the ref has no option but to take yet another point from Azim.Azim is well ahead on rounds, and has the knockdown, but taking points off his score is making this much closer than it needs to be.After the break, Azim returns to the pocket and has the better of the exchanges.Another round in. In the corner and trainer Shane McGuigan sends a very clear message: “It’s done now… stop going downstairs.”Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R6Lipinets comes in for an exchange and Azim lands a nice uppercut, overhand left combo, although it isn’t flush and the damage is minimal.He next lands that left counter-hook with textbook precision and looks like Azim is just trying to push the pace.Notably, he hasn’t thrown as many body shots in that round as he did previously – the referee’s words are probably ringing in his ears.Great work from The Assassin and, for me, that’s another round in the books.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R5Scrappy round from both fighters there.Lipinets is trying to pick up his own tempo but Azim doesn’t react and just backs off to stay in control.Lipinets continues to walk forward but Azim plants a lovely counter on him to make him think twice about that next time.Yet ANOTHER low blow comes in and Lipinets is given yet more time to recover.No point off that time but there is a very strict word for Azim – that will be another point off next time, the ref says.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R4Azim measured to start the fourth, he’s not quite unloading or looking for the kill just yet.That left hook to the body proves fruitful again before the ref then has to give Azim another warning about going too low – he’s got to be careful with that.More good stuff here as he lands a lovely uppercut and then goes close with a viscous left that just misses its target.Azim plants his feet and lets off a three-punch combo – glancing blocking.Oh no – well, there you go – another low blow from Azim sends Lipinets walking away into the corner.The ref has had enough of it and takes a point off Azim. Let’s hope that’s not too costly.Azim has won all four rounds, including a 10-8 in round three, but that round will have to be scored 9-9.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R3Azim has just upped the pace a little bit and Lipinets in that high guard is leaving the body open again and again.Azim smashes in a lovely left hook to the body that has Lipinets just grimacing for a brief moment.Lipinets continues to come forward though – and that proves his undoing!Azim smashes out a beautiful counter-left that puts Lipinets onto his back.He beats the count but Azim is now smelling blood here!Lipinets survives the round but Azim will fancy a KO very soon.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R2The second starts much the same as the first, with both men pawing out some jabs as they just work each other out.Azim unloads a right but doesn’t catch flush and then catches Lipinets with a nice left to the body.Lipinets has a very high and tight guard and is throwing out a crisp jab.But that leaves his body slightly open and Azim lands a night right to the mid-section.Azim throws out another low jab and Lipinets turns to the ref – and Azim gets another word.2-0 to the Brit on my card.Copy linkCopiedAzim vs Lipinets – R1We’re underway at Wembley Arena! Lipinets gets off to a positive start with a couple of nice jabs and feints before Azim throws out a couple of jabs of his own just to test his opponent.The 22-year-old rising star is going to the body early and continually here – and the ref tells him to be a bit careful with one of those as it was a bit low.Nice round of Azim who unloads a quick one-two at the end of the round.Copy linkCopiedAzim entranceAdam Azim is now in the ring as well, let’s get ready for action.Copy linkCopiedRing walk timeHere we go! Sergey Lipinets is making his way to the ring now – we’re less than 10 minutes away!Copy linkCopiedAmir Khan and Shawn Porter ringsideSky Sports had a quick word with two boxing legends.Khan said: “I think it’s a massive fight for Adam.”It’s a big test, Lipinets is a tasty fighter.”He needs to stick to the game plan and I think he gets it done.”Second British-Pakistani world champion, how good does that sound?”Porter added: “He’s making a splash in the States – not too big, we’ve got to give him some time.”But this fight will get him some looks.”Copy linkCopiedThe main eventSadly, Wally has to trot off and right a big fight report – which means I’m behind the wheel for the big one.We’re not far away now. Just time to make a cup of tea I reckon.Copy linkCopiedBarnstormerThe British and Commonwealth champ says: “I coped alright, I got caught with a few daft shots because I was too eager.”My coach has already told me I am in trouble when I am next in training.”Fair play to him, he was a soldier, he lived up to his nickname and was tough.”I didn’t perform as well as I can but I got the job done and my brilliant fans have made a 400-mile round trip.”Copy linkCopiedElvis sure can danceAhorgah may have lost to Callum Simpson but he made a lasting impressive…Copy linkCopiedSimpson wins TKO R5The Barnsley champ lands a few clips clean but they only encourage Ahorgah.The challenger never stops marching forward but he walks on to a hook that rocks him to the floor.Elvis bounces back up to his feet by Simpson steams in and drops him again before the ref waves it off.Copy linkCopiedSimpson v Ahorgah R4Ahorgah looked a novice push-over in the first round but he has grown into a serious threat.Simpson lands plenty but cannot put a dent in the Ghana brawler.Callum Simpson is going to need to be more clever and varied if he is going to stop this super-fit and durable character.Copy linkCopiedSimpson v Ahorgah R3Elvis is a showman!Ahorgah throws a couple of crazy haymakers and then showboats with a lairy shuffle.Simpson is in with a live opponent and they are going to war.Ahorgah whacks himself around the head a couple of times and attacks again.Ahorgah spots a US boxing legend in the front row of the crowd and yells “SHAWN PORTER!” just before the bell goes!Copy linkCopiedSimpson v Ahorgah R2Ahorgah leaps in with a lead left hook but Simpson blocks it.The challenger tries the Tyson-esque blow again but gets whacked back.Ahorgah backs off and orders Simpson to attack him, then hurls another left hook his way.Simpson needs to be careful because this rough and raw challenger is unpredictable.Copy linkCopied More

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      Wolves vs Aston Villa LIVE RESULT: Cunha and Bellegarde strike as home side win massive derby after Liverpool victory

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      WOLVES beat Aston Villa to earn all three points a huge Midlands derby.Earlier, Nottingham Forest THRASHED Brighton 7-0 to kick off the Prem action today.Mo Salah scored twice for Liverpool against an in-form Bournemouth, while Newcastle saw Fulham come from a goal down to win.Saturday’s action is capped off with a blockbuster West Midlands derby between Wolves and Aston Villa.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Full time reaction from Graeme Bryce at Molineux Unai Emery will be even more desperate to land Marcus Rashford after his side drew a blank at lowly Wolves.Villa might be £70million richer this weekend following the sale of Jhon Duran to Al-Nassr.But it was Vitor Pereira’s men who cashed in as Jean-Ricner Bellegarde gave them a first half lead before Villa target Matheus Cunha finished the job seven minutes into stoppage time.How Emery must wish Wolves would do business and let him have his brilliant Brazilian! When Ollie Watkins limped off at half-time following a clash with Jose Sa, and never returned, it would usually have been the cue to send on super-sub Duran.But the Colombian was already counting his dosh in Saudi Arabia following his £70million transfer and, without their talismanic back-up striker Villa blanked out.Meanwhile Wolves were left to celebrate a crucial and deserved win which lifted them out of the relegation zone, two points clear of Leicester City.Copy linkCopied’We can do it’Vitor Pereira knows it’s just the start of a survival bid but hopes the team and supporters can work together to pull it off.He told Sky Sports: “”Very happy. Very proud. We played a tough game. Tactically we played with quality. We played as a team with true spirit, working together and suffering together.”I’m very happy. Important game not only for the three points but to break this [bad run]. We know this kind of team [Villa] will come strong and try everything. We organised the block. A clean sheet for us. For everyone we are happy.”We know it’s a long way, a difficult way. With our supporters and this spirit we can do it.”Copy linkCopiedStill to comeA terrific Sunday of Premier League action to come tomorrow, too…Brentford vs Tottenham 2pmMan Utd vs Crystal Palace 2pmArsenal vs Manchester City 4.30pmCopy linkCopiedUnai reactsUnai Emery relieved any worries on Ollie Watkins, telling Sky Sports: “We tried to give fresh legs and tactically tried to change things (in the second half). Watkins had a small pain and hopefully it is not a big injury he has. I needed to introduce some fresh legs and something tactically with Leon Bailey getting wider.”We had two chances from Malen that the goalkeeper saved really well and then the goal VAR refused. We controlled it better and the last one they scored the goal but in the second half we didn’t conceded many chances.”We are speaking about our ambition and increasing our levels and then when we are not getting it, the frustration we have. We are still building a team. We got Champions League this year and are competing well but to build a team to be competitive in the high demands, we need more time.”Copy linkCopiedVilla match reportUnai Emery will be even more desperate to land Marcus Rashford after his side drew a blank at lowly Wolves.Villa might be £70million richer this weekend following the sale of Jhon Duran to Al-Nassr.But it was Vitor Pereira’s men who cashed in as Jean-Ricner Bellegarde gave them a first half lead before Villa target Matheus Cunha finished the job seven minutes into stoppage time.How Emery must wish Wolves would do business and let him have his brilliant Brazilian! When Ollie Watkins limped off at half-time following a clash with Jose Sa, and never returned, it would usually have been the cue to send on super-sub Duran.But the Colombian was already counting his dosh in Saudi Arabia following his £70million transfer and, without their talismanic back-up striker Villa blanked out.Copy linkCopiedAt the bottomA massive win for Wolves who climb out the bottom three.Personally, it would take a bit of a collapse for any of the three promoted sides – in the bottom three – to get themselves safe from this point.Copy linkCopiedWhat it meansIn terms of the top half, Villa blow their chance to close the gap on those above them.And if that Watkins injury is as bad as feared, they could be in for a tough time this next while.Copy linkCopiedToday’s Premier League scoresA dramatic day of action in the Premier League and 21 goals from six games.Nottingham Forest 7-0 BrightonBournemouth 0-2 LiverpoolEverton 4-0 LeicesterIpswich 1-2 SouthamptonNewcastle 1-2 FulhamWolves 2-0 Aston VillaCopy linkCopiedFULL TIME!Wolves claim a vital three points in the derby – it takes them out the relegation zone!Wolves 2-0 Aston VillaCopy linkCopiedGOAL DETAILVilla are pushing forward and leave themselves wide open at the back.When turning the ball over, the ball over the top finds Cunha who is clean through.Konsa gets back goal-side inside the area to halt the move.Or so he thought. Cunha takes his time, gets the ball out his feet then finds the far corner with a terrific strike.Shirt off and yellow card for the celebration. Justified though!Copy linkCopied90+7 – GOAL!! WOLVES 2-0 Aston VillaGame over – MATHEUS CUNHA wraps up the points for Wolves!Copy linkCopied90+3 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaSa manages to climb highest and push the ball away but only as far Tielemans, who is wild with his finish on the left foot.It’s cheered by the majority inside Molineux as it flies above Row Z.Copy linkCopied90+2 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaBailey drives in from the right and works a shot on his left foot which takes a couple of deflections and goes wide.Villa need to make something of this. Surely…?Copy linkCopied90 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaSeven minutes added on!Copy linkCopied89 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaGreat goalkeeping from Jose Sa!Malen is slipped in by Tielemans just on the left of centre, into the box and the Wolves keeper rushes off his line to deny him.Copy linkCopied87 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaUnai Emery goes to his bench for the final time.OFF: BogardeON: Nedeljkovic Wolves go to their bench too with a few minutes to go as they look to see this one out.OFF: BellegardeON: BuenoCopy linkCopied85 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaNeat and tidy build-up from Villa in a tight area.It’s worked to Malen 22 yards from goal who manages to work a yard and strike powerfully at goal but Sa is equal to it pushing it away.The offside flag goes up as the rebound attempt is blocked.Copy linkCopiedMatch statsBetter from Villa in this second half but Jose Sa still having a rather chilled evening as things stand.Wolves forfeiting much of the ball but still relatively comfortable.Copy linkCopied78 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaCunha curls over the wall but just drags it a couple of feet wide.Copy linkCopied77 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaBit of an awkward tackle from Kamara a few yards outside his own box.It’s great play from Wolves to drive up the park before Kamara’s tackle on Gomes very centrally.Copy linkCopied72 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaDouble change for Wolves – eventually…Huge confusion as the fourth official holds the board on and seems to stop the sub coming on waiting for someone to come off. The number he’s held up is for Guedes who departed as soon as the board went up.All a touch amateurish in truth. OFF: Ait-Nouri & GuedesON: Doyle & GomesCopy linkCopiedFrom Graeme Bryce at MolineuxCouple of controversial moments at Molineux.First Villa are denied an equaliser after Donyell Malen bundles the ball home following a set piece routine.But his celebrations are cut short when VAR spots Morgan Rogers has come from an offside position to block off Nelson Semedo to get involved in the play and rules it out.Next Wolves are furious when Malen appears to catch Toti in the box – only for VAR to decide no spot kick.Copy linkCopied66 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaVilla certainly improved in this second half but they couldn’t have been any worse.Still not quite peppering the goal yet but they do win a corner.It’s another poor one and Wolves counter but the cross towards Cunha just misses the striker and the back post and drifts away for a goal kick.Copy linkCopied64 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaRogers loses the ball on the edge of the Wolves box and just trips his man looking to break.Maybe slightly fortunate not to be carded there and maybe would have had he not been carded in the first half.Copy linkCopied58 – Wolves 1-0 Aston VillaComplete one-way traffic as those Villa changes appear to have sparked them into life.Bellegarde wins a free kick from Bogarde deep inside the Villa half and it’s welcome relief for those Wolves defenders for the time being at least.Copy linkCopied More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Salah slots in penalty, Everton score two early goals, Newcastle vs Fulham – LATEST

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      MATCHWEEK 24 of the Premier League is packed full of thrilling ties at both ends of the table.Nottingham Forest THRASHED Brighton 7-0 to kick off the Prem action today.Top of the table Liverpool head to in-form Bournemouth while Newcastle welcome Fulham to St James’ Park.Today’s action is capped off with a blockbuster West Midlands derby between Wolves and Aston Villa.Kick off times: 12.30pm/3pm/5.30pm GMTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…HT from Dan King at the Vitality StadiumThey say that refereeing decisions even themselves out over the course of a season. But in the case of Liverpool and Darren England it has taken more than 16 months. It was England whose gaffe as VAR meant Luis Diaz’s goal at Tottenham was wrongly disallowed for offside. In this game, England has awarded a soft penalty for Lewis Cook’s challenge on Cody Gakpo and VAR did not ask him to think again. Mo Salah now has 20 Premier League goals, the first time he has reached that landmark since 2021/2.Copy linkCopiedHALF TIMEWe’ve reached the midway point in an entertaining Premier League card.Bournemouth 0-1 LiverpoolEverton 3-0 LeicesterIpswich 1-1 SouthamptonNewcastle 1-0 FulhamCopy linkCopied45+2 – GOAL!! EVERTON 3-0 LeicesterA dream first-half at Goodison is capped off with a second for BETO!It’s all so simple again but it was a stunning pass from James Garner which splits the high Leicester line.Beto is clean through and passes it so, so nonchalantly by the keeper and into the bottom corner.The finish looked slow motion there it was passed so coolly. A terrific 45 minutes.Copy linkCopied39 – Newcastle 1-0 FulhamConcern for Newcastle as Bruno Guimaraes goes down after a tackle from Robinson.The physio is on and there was a bit of hush around as concern did grow.Thankfully for them, the Brazilian was able to get to his feet and walk to the side of the park and looks like he’ll continue.Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresGoals in every game now!Bournemouth 0-1 LiverpoolEverton 2-0 LeicesterIpswich 1-1 SouthamptonNewcastle 1-0 FulhamCopy linkCopied37 – GOAL!! NEWCASTLE 1-0 FulhamDeadlock broken at St James’ Park and it’s JACOB MURPHY who puts Newcastle in front!A real sweeping move from inside their own half for the Magpies as Burn picks out Gordon on the Newcastle left.He spins Castagne so, so easily and the full back looks like he’s carrying a fridge on his back chasing him back.Gordon gets to the edge of the area on the left and rolls the ball across the box for Murphy coming in and he sidefoots into the net from 12 yards.Copy linkCopiedFrom Charlie Wyett at Portman RoadLiam Delap has proved what a terrific striker he is going to be. He missed a decent chance after Southampton’s opener but he did not let that affect him. Instead, he took three touches before planting a shot past Aaron Ramsdale and he has now scored nine Premier League goals.Copy linkCopiedSalah penaltyTo clear up any scrutiny which may have arrived from that Salah penalty, Premier League Match Centre tweeted: “The referee’s call of penalty was checked and confirmed by VAR – with the challenge deemed to have been a trip by Cook on Gakpo. The VAR also confirmed Gakpo was onside in the build-up.”Copy linkCopiedUp the chartsBy the way, that Mo Salah goal takes his total Premier League tally to 177.That takes him up to joint-sixth in the standings, alongside Frank Lampard.Copy linkCopied31 – GOAL!! IPSWICH 1-1 SouthamptonHuge goal at the bottom as LIAM DELAP equalises for Ipswich.Where on earth were the Southampton defenders!?Ipswich turn the ball over just inside their own half before a clever pass forward finds Delap all alone, 10 yards inside the Southampton half.He beats a despairing slide from Bednarek before driving into the box and coolly passing beyond Ramsdale.Copy linkCopied29 – GOAL!! Bournemouth 0-1 LIVERPOOLMO SALAH scores his 20th goal of the season.His penalty right into the bottom corner, keeper no chance and the league leaders are moving nine points clear as things stand!Copy linkCopiedPENALTY LIVERPOOLLewis Cook trips Cody Gakpo in the area and the league leaders have the chance top open the scoring from the spot!Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresBournemouth 0-0 LiverpoolEverton 2-0 LeicesterIpswich 0-1 SouthamptonNewcastle 0-0 FulhamCopy linkCopiedFrom Gary Stonehouse at St James’ ParkNewcastle started like a house on fire and if Alexander Isak had connected properly with Jacob Murphy’s early cross it could all have been different here.Amazingly, the Premier League’s most in-form striker instead produced an air-kick before Bruno Guimaraes headed over.Fulham have since weathered the early storm and have looked semi-dangerous on the counter, but we are still waiting for the game’s first shot on target as the clock ticks past the 26 minute mark.Copy linkCopiedFrom Dan King at the Vitality StadiumThey weren’t kidding about the confidence of Bournemouth. They have been at it from kick off. Trent Alexander-Arnold has made two errors leading to shots on goal and Antoine Semenyo has hit the post. Yet Liverpool could have taken the lead through Dominik Szboszlai, only for Kepa to make the best save so far of an open game.Copy linkCopied21 – GOAL!! Ipswich 0-1 SOUTHAMPTONA massive goal near the midway point of the first half and it’s JOE ARIBO for the visitors!But the keep HAS to be doing better!It’s well worked by the Saints down the right and when a low cross is blocked, it spins into the path of Aribo who strikes a volley into the ground and on target.It’s not in the corner and Muric dives and flaffs at it trying to scoop it out, only pushing it into the top corner.Huge goal for Southampton in that battle of the basement sides.Copy linkCopied19 – Bournemouth 0-0 LiverpoolBlisteringly quick start from Bournemouth in this game but Liverpool have just registered their first effort on target there.Gravenberch picks out Gakpo with a switch and he drives towards goal before getting his shot away. Kepa keeps it out comfortably.Copy linkCopied16 – Newcastle 0-0 FulhamNot much happening at St James’ Park in the early stages.But Joachim Andersen was just ensuring that Alexander Isak was going nowhere fast there with a bodycheck which earns him a yellow card.Copy linkCopiedFast startJust the two goals from the one game but it was a rapid start.The BBC saying the Doucoure goal at 10.18s was the fourth-fastest goal in Premier League historyCopy linkCopied6 – GOAL!! EVERTON 2-0 LeicesterThe hosts are flying early doors – BETO with the second already!Remarkable stuff but this Leicester defending would have them struggling in the Championship.Tarkowski under no pressure on halfway is able to pick out a decent ball over the top of a high Foxes line for Beto to run into and inside the area.He has Ndiaye to pick out with a pass for a tap in but goes for goal himself and finds the far bottom corner. Great start for them.Copy linkCopied1 – GOAL!! EVERTON 1-0 LeicesterWe’re already up and running just SECONDS into the game as ABDOULAYE DOUCOURE scores for Everton!Nine seconds it looks like as Jordan Pickford just punts one forward from midway inside the Everton half.It’s aimed towards Beto but neither he nor the defender gets a touch and it’s allowed to bounce into the box where Doucoure runs unchallenged to take a touch a pass beyond the keeper.Incredible start for the Toffees.Copy linkCopiedKICK-OFF!Here we go then, the 3pm games are all up and running!Bournemouth vs LiverpoolEverton vs LeicesterIpswich vs SouthamptonNewcastle vs FulhamCopy linkCopiedHeading outThe teams across the 3pm kick-offs are starting to make their way out in our four games.Plenty of twists and turns to come and four really important games to come….Copy linkCopiedFrom Gary Stonehouse at St James’ ParkWe are seconds away from kick off at St James’ and hopefully we’re in for plenty of goals.The Magpies, winners in seven of their last eight Prem matches, have found the net 22 times during that run.That has them dreaming of a return to Champions League football but opponents Fulham have European hopes also.Copy linkCopiedFrom Dan King at the Vitality StadiumVitality insiders say they have never observed Bournemouth’s players feeling more confident before facing a top-of-the-table team than they are today. And why not? Andoni Iraola’s team have beaten Arsenal, Manchester City and Nottingham Forest here. Liverpool are back to full strength after a second string fell to the third defeat of Arne Slot’s debut season.The Reds have seven full internationals on their bench. If the game is decided by changes, you still fancy them to win. But they will really have their work cut out.Copy linkCopied More

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      Europa League draw LIVE: Knockout play-off ties drawn as Man Utd safely through to Last 16 – latest updates

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      THE Europa League knockout play-off draw has concluded as the brackets take shape.Manchester United, Tottenham and Rangers are all safely into the Last 16 already and did not feature in this draw, but have learned more about their four potential opponents.The Last 16 draw – which features United and Spurs – will be taking place on Friday, February 21.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow ALL of the updates below…Europa League round datesKnockout phase play-offs: 13 & 20 February 2025Round of 16: 6 & 13 March 2025Quarter-finals: 10 & 17 April 2025Semi-finals: 1 & 8 May 2025Copy linkCopiedEuropa League’s top earners so farCopy linkCopiedMan Utd secure biggest EL paydayMan Utd have bagged the biggest Europa League prize pot so far – despite finishing only third in the initial league phase.United’s final match win at FCSB means they have landed £19.5million to date and also confirmed their place in the last 16.And Spurs, fourth overall, stand second in the cash rankings at the end of the first phase.The North Londoners have banked £18.4m after recording five wins and two draws out of eight games.Copy linkCopiedRoad to BilbaoEuropa League draw sees Man Utd, Tottenham and Rangers straight through to the last 16Copy linkCopiedA reminder of the EL draw in full…Left side of the bracketFC Twente vs Bodo/GlimtUnion Saint-Gilloise vs AjaxAZ Alkmaar vs GalatasarayFerencvárosi vs Viktoria PlzenRight side of the bracketFenerbahce vs AnderlechtPAOK vs FCSBFC Midtjylland vs Real SociedadPorto vs RomaCopy linkCopiedWho could Man Utd and Tottenham face?Man Utd and Tottenham will each face one of Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, AZ Alkmaar or Midtjylland in the last-16 of the Europa League.Copy linkCopiedWhen is the last-16 draw?The draw for the last 16 is on February 21 – a day after the play-off round finishes.Man Utd and Tottenham will find out their next opponents then.Copy linkCopiedPrem closes in on extra CL spotThe Premier League has closed in on an extra place in next season’s Champions League after dominating the first phase of the new expanded competition.Six of the Prem’s seven sides earned automatic qualification for the last 16 of their respective competitions, with Liverpool and Chelsea achieving top seeding spots and Arsenal, Manchester United and Spurs in the top four.It means that with the initial league phase of the three revamped competitions now concluded, English sides have picked up an average of 20.892 coefficient points.That puts the Prem more than 3.7 points clear of third placed Spain, the equivalent of 13 individual match wins, in the fight for an extra place in the elite competition.And it gives Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth and Newcastle even more encouragement as they seek a place in the most prestigious club competition in football.Copy linkCopiedPath to the final…Copy linkCopiedEuropa League round datesKnockout phase play-offs: 13 & 20 February 2025Round of 16: 6 & 13 March 2025Quarter-finals: 10 & 17 April 2025Semi-finals: 1 & 8 May 2025Copy linkCopiedPlay-off fixturesThe first leg of the Europa League play-off fixtures will take place on February 13, with the return matches scheduled for the following week on February 20.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedDraw in fullLeft side of the bracketFC Twente vs Bodo/GlimtUnion Saint-Gilloise vs AjaxAZ Alkmaar vs GalatasarayFerencvárosi vs Viktoria PlzenRight side of the bracketFenerbahce vs AnderlechtPAOK vs FCSBFC Midtjylland vs Real SociedadPorto vs RomaCopy linkCopiedLeft side of the bracketFC TwenteUnion Saint-GilloiseAZ AlkmaarFerencvárosiRight side of the bracketFenerbahcePAOKFC MidtjyllandPortoCopy linkCopiedHere we go!The Europa League play-off draw is about to begin!Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedChampions League play-off draw in fullThe Champions League draw has just taken place! Here are the play-off fixtures we have to look forward to…Left side:Brest vs PSGJuventus vs PSV EindhovenMan City vs Real MadridClub Brugge vs AtalantaRight side:Monaco vs BenficaFeyenoord vs AC MilanCeltic vs Bayern MunichSporting Lisbon vs Borussia DortmundCopy linkCopiedWhich teams are automatically through?The top eight teams in the Europa League group stage table have earned automatic qualification for the last-16.LazioAthletic ClubMan UtdTottenhamEintracht FrankfurtLyonOlympiacosRangersCopy linkCopiedAre there any changes to the knockouts?No, there are no changes to the original knockout stages.The last 16 stage will continue, with a series of two-legged knockout games culminating in the final on May 21.The removal of away goals – implemented last season – will continue as well.Copy linkCopiedWho is in the draw?Bodo/GlimtAnderlechtFCSBAjaxReal SociedadGalatasarayRomaViktoria PlzenFerencvarosPortoFC AlkmaarMidtjyllandUnion Saint-GilloisePAOKTwenteFenerbahceCopy linkCopiedWelcome to the Europa League drawHello, good morning and welcome to SunSport’s coverage of today’s Europa League draw!Today the 16 teams who qualified for the knockout play-offs will find out who they will be facing next month.The winners of the play-off games will progress through to the last-16.We have some huge potential fixtures in the pipeline, so stay tuned!Copy linkCopied More

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      Champions League draw LIVE: Man City to face Real Madrid in blockbuster knockout phase tie, Celtic meet Bayern

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      THE draw for the Champions League knockout play-offs has concluded.And Manchester City have found out they will face Real Madrid in their blockbuster knockout play-off tie, while Celtic will meet Bayern Munich.The draw for the Last 16 – which features Arsenal, Liverpool and Aston Villa – will take place on Friday, February 21 after the knockout ties.Draw start time: 11am GMTTV channel: TNT Sports 2FREE live stream: TNT Sports YouTube/ Uefa.comCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…That’s all from us!Thanks for joining us for today’s Champions League draw!Have a great weekend!Copy linkCopiedAre there any changes to the knockouts?No, there are no changes to the original knockout stages.The last 16 stage will continue, with a series of two-legged knockout games culminating in the final on Saturday, 31 May, at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena.The removal of away goals – implemented last season – will continue as well.Copy linkCopiedArsenal could be handed ‘nightmare’ path to finalCopy linkCopiedREVEALED: Champions League earnings so farCopy linkCopiedRoad to Munich Champions League draw sees Man City to face Real Madrid in blockbuster knockout phase Copy linkCopiedExtra CL spot up for grabsCopy linkCopiedWhen is the next Champions League draw?The Champions League round of 16, quarter-final and semi-final draws will take place on February 21 – the week of the play-off second legs.Copy linkCopiedA reminder of the Champions League play-off draw in full…Left side:Brest vs PSGJuventus vs PSV EindhovenMan City vs Real MadridClub Brugge vs AtalantaRight side:Monaco vs BenficaFeyenoord vs AC MilanCeltic vs Bayern MunichSporting Lisbon vs Borussia DortmundCopy linkCopiedCeltic fans receive warningCeltic have warned their travelling fans that they are risking being DENIED access should they buy tickets and travel for their play-off round clash.Copy linkCopiedPrem closes in on extra CL spotThe Premier League has closed in on an extra place in next season’s Champions League after dominating the first phase of the new expanded competition.Six of the Prem’s seven sides earned automatic qualification for the last 16 of their respective competitions, with Liverpool and Chelsea achieving top seeding spots and Arsenal, Manchester United and Spurs in the top four.It means that with the initial league phase of the three revamped competitions now concluded, English sides have picked up an average of 20.892 coefficient points.That puts the Prem more than 3.7 points clear of third placed Spain, the equivalent of 13 individual match wins, in the fight for an extra place in the elite competition.And it gives Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth and Newcastle even more encouragement as they seek a place in the most prestigious club competition in football.Copy linkCopiedCity’s Rodri boostMan City plan to name Rodri in their squad for the knock-out stages of the Champions League.The Spain international was ruled out for the season after suffering a cruciate ligament injury against Arsenal in September.But Rodri has made excellent progress in his recovery and still believes he can be back in contention before the end of the current campaign.Boss Pep Guardiola wants to keep the door open for him to do that – even though City would have to go deep in the competition for him to be even in the frame.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedMan City land horror drawCopy linkCopiedEuropa League draw in fullHere are the fixtures we’ve got to look forward to in the Europa League…Left side of the bracketFC Twente vs Bodo/GlimtUnion Saint-Gilloise vs AjaxAZ Alkmaar vs GalatasarayFerencvárosi vs Viktoria PlzenRight side of the bracketFenerbahce vs AnderlechtPAOK vs FCSBFC Midtjylland vs Real SociedadPorto vs RomaCopy linkCopiedPlay-off fixtures revealedChampions League draw sees Man City to face Real Madrid in blockbuster knockout phase Copy linkCopiedWhat does the path to the final look like?Copy linkCopiedChampions League play-off draw in fullLeft side:Brest vs PSGJuventus vs PSV EindhovenMan City vs Real MadridClub Brugge vs AtalantaRight side:Monaco vs BenficaFeyenoord vs AC MilanCeltic vs Bayern MunichSporting Lisbon vs Borussia DortmundCopy linkCopiedPlay-off fixturesThe first leg of the play-off matches will take place on the 11th & 12th February, with the return fixtures taking place one week later on the 18th & 19th February.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedLeft side of the bracketBrest vs PSGJuventus vs PSV EindhovenMan City vs Real MadridClub Brugge vs AtalantaRight side of the bracketMonaco vs BenficaFeyenoord vs AC MilanCeltic vs Bayern MunichSporting Lisbon vs Borussia DortmundCopy linkCopiedLeft side of the bracketClub BruggeMan CityJuventusBrestRight side of the bracketSporting LisbonCelticFeyenoordMonacoCopy linkCopiedSpecial guest announcedFormer Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara will assist with the draw.Copy linkCopiedHere we go!The draw is about to begin!Copy linkCopiedREVEALED: Champions League earnings so farCopy linkCopiedAre there any changes to the knockouts?No, there are no changes to the original knockout stages.The last 16 stage will continue, with a series of two-legged knockout games culminating in the final on Saturday, 31 May, at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena.The removal of away goals – implemented last season – will continue as well.Copy linkCopiedWhy Arsenal had TOUGHEST run to Champions League knockouts…It’s official – Arsenal had the toughest run of the four Premier League teams in this year’s Champions League.Copy linkCopiedWhich teams are automatically through?The top eight teams in the Champions League group stage table have earned automatic qualification for the last-16.LiverpoolBarcelonaArsenalInter MilanAtletico MadridBayer LeverkusenLilleAston VillaCopy linkCopied More

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      Europa League LIVE RESULTS: Man Utd, Tottenham and Rangers all secure spots in last-16 after frantic league phase finale

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      THE Europa League league phase has concluded after a thrilling finale.Manchester United finished 3rd in the table and automatically progressed to the last-16 following a 2-0 win away at FCSB.Tottenham also finished the league phase in the top eight after a comfortable 3-0 triumph over Elfsborg.Rangers claimed 8th spot by the skin of their teeth on goal difference and are the final team to automatically progress to the last 16.TV channel: TNT Sports (various)Live stream: discovery+CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Ruben still keeping it realSpeaking with BT Sports after the match, the Red Devils’ manager gave his view on his team’s performance tonight:I think we control very well the game. We had a lot of possession but the opponents is not the same as the Premier League. We had a lot of time to think. The lads did a good job, clean sheet again and we created some chances. We have to score more goals. We made them chase the ball a lot in the first-half. In the second-half the opponent got tired and it was easier for the players who came on.Ruben AmorimMan UtdCopy linkCopiedRangers ensure Scottish journey continuesThere was only an outside chance of Rangers finishing in the top eight this evening, needing other results to go their way.Clement made sure his side were focussed on getting their job done by beating Union SG this evening.The visitors caused them a lot of problems but they dug deep and saw the game out to grab all three points.Add to that, they got their rewards as they sneaked into the automatic qualification places to ensure there is no two-legged playoff to deal with.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedCaptain’s delightRangers skipper James Tavernier revealed he had no idea his side were in eighth spot until after the full time whistle.But he’s delighted they did sneak in and reckons taking time off when others have play off games will suit them.He told TNT Sports: “We conceded a goal which we know as a team we should do a lot better. It made it closer. Delighted for the team and we sneaked into the top eight. We didn’t have a clue until the end.”I’m happy to play a part for the team wherever I’m asked by the manager I’ve still got the legs to go up and down the right wing.”You want to compete against the best, European football is getting harder and harder each year and you want to test yourself.”We’ll take the weeks off, we can work hard on the training ground and properly train now. Delighted we can save those couple of weeks.”Copy linkCopiedBoss reserved in victory as progress securedSpeaking with BT Sport after the game, the Spurs manager gave his views on the performance and answered whether they would be active in the remainder of the transfer window:Yeh am really pleased. The objective was to try and win today and secure our top eight spot. It took a while to get our goal but yeh a good victory. We shouldn’t lose sight that we had a couple of 18-year-olds out there which is good for the club. We have a big week coming up so it was all about managing the players. People at the club are working hard to see if we can do some business.Ange PostecoglouTottenhamCopy linkCopiedAnge-l delight in North LondonFor the majority of the game this evening, it was all more of the same from Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs.They dominated the game from start to finish, with 81% possession and 21 shots during the course of the game.It took until the 70th minute for them to break the deadlock but once they did, the visitors looked dead on their feet.Goals from Scarlett, Ajayi and Moore gave the fans something to celebrate as they book their place in the last 16.However, the one blot on the landscape was the injury to Dragusin.There may be a sign outside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium tomorrow……..defenders required, apply within.Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedRed Devils get job done on the roadMan Utd made it back-to-back wins in all competitions as they ran out two-nil winners in Romania.Goals from Diogo Dalot and Kobbie Mainoo saw them secure their place in the top eight.Some positive vibes for the long-suffering fans with this competition offering their only realistic chance of securing Champions League football next season.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedPotential opponents – CONFIRMEDSo, what does that mean for the British sides moving into tomorrow’s draw?Well none of the three have to contend with the play-off round, so that’s a huge weight lifted off those three sides.And they’re all seeded in the round of 16, meaning second legs at home.Manchester United and Tottenham finish the league phase in 3rd and 4th so have the same four potential opponents in the round of 16.Man Utd potential opponents: Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, AZ, MidtjyllandTottenham potential opponents: Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, AZ, MidtjyllandRangers potential opponents: Bodo/Glimt, Anderlecht, Twente, FenerbahceCopy linkCopiedFT from Craig Mahood watching Rangers vs Union SGWow, wow, wow. Ibrox has seen some incredible nights and sensational atmospheres on Thursdays in Europe.This right now is right up there with them. How on earth have they snatched the eighth spot??The fans didn’t know about it for quite some time and it was in jeopardy with one more goal conceded here or one other in two of the other games going on potentially ruining it.But Gers did their bit and the noise continued to erupt after the full time whistle as news filtered through.A quite stunning achievement from Philippe Clement and his side given where they started the night and now they avoid those dreaded play off spots!Copy linkCopiedPerfect night for British sidesAll three British teams have secured places in the top eight in the Europa League final table.Rangers had a nervy end to the game as Union SG wasted a number of really good chances to get something out of the game and steal their automatic qualification spot.Man Utd had a comfortable 2-0 victory against FCSB to add some positivity to their gloomy season.Tottenham ran out 3-0 winners against Elfsborg with their youngsters digging them out of a hole in North London.Copy linkCopiedFull time from Dan King at the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumSpurs fans caught up in the train delays had plenty of time to Google some of the players on their bench. But they all know who Oyindamola Ajayi is now. In a season where Tottenham have had to ask boys to do men’s jobs. Ajayi, 19, came off the bench and scored on his senior debut to put this game beyond doubt. And the one-two he played was with Dane Scarlett, scorer of the crucial first goal after coming on for latest injury victim Radu Dragusin. Scarlett, 20, was recalled from loan at Oxford because of a lack of game time. He scored within four minutes of his introduction here. Tottenham ended the game with four teenagers on the pitch, and one of them Mikey Moore made it 3-0 deep in stoppage time. There’s plenty still to play for in the cups for Spurs this season and whatever happens, the kids are all right. Copy linkCopiedFT: Midtjylland 2-2 FenerbahceA late goal from Byskov salvages a draw for the hosts.Jose Mourinho’s side have just about managed to hold onto 24th spot, the last play-off place as a result.That may have kept the ‘not so special one’ in a job.He looks overjoyed as that reality sinks in.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedTottenham 3-0 Elfsborg90+4. We have seen two rare occurances in North London.Firstly Moore scores his first senior goal for the club.Then the camera pans onto, wait for it, Postecoglou smiling on the touchline.His face will be aching tomorrow, it has been a while since he has had reason to pull one of those out of the bag.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Mikey Moore (Tottenham)Copy linkCopiedRangers 2-1 Union SG90+2. Wow, it is anxiety central at Ibrox right now.The visitors get a ball into the box and it drops to Rodriguez who puts it over the bar from six yards out.Had that gone in, Union SG would have replaced Rangers in the top eight.Copy linkCopiedBy the way..Kevin Mac Allister is 100% a Scottish name. I’m not having him being Argentinian.Kevin McAllister (close) played for Falkirk, Chelsea, Hibernian, and Albion Rovers in the 1990s, including playing for the Bairns in their Scottish Cup final defeat to Kilmarnock.Knowledge.Copy linkCopiedAnderlecht 3-4 Hoffenheim90+1. What a game this one is.The Belgian side came into this hoping to secure a top eight spot and that has not gone according to plan.However, they have just scored a late goal hoping to still get something out of this match.Copy linkCopiedSame opponents?In third and fourth as things stand, Manchester United and Tottenham will currently have the same four potential opponents.As it stands they are; Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, Porto, Union SG.Copy linkCopiedRangers 2-1 Union SG85. Nervy times at Ibrox as the visitors pull one back.As a cross is swung into the box, Kevin Mac Allister is left home alone in the middle to head home.He is the older brother of Liverpool midfielder Alexis who is probably in ann airport departure lounge somewhere wondering where he is.Copy linkCopiedTottenham 2-0 Elfsborg87. Tottenham defend their one goal lead in the only way how they know, score a second goal.Another youngster is on the scoresheet as Ajayi finds the back of the net.That will put some minds at rest in North London.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Damola Ajayi (Tottenham)Copy linkCopiedTottenham 1-0 Elfsborg84. As this result stands, it is job done for Spurs.The big question is, do they even have it in their locker to just shut up shop and manage this game.It is not the Tottenham vibe really, so we can expect everyone charging forward with no care for defending whatsoever.Copy linkCopiedRangers 2-0 Union SG77. It is nice to see the Rangers fans living their best life and not paying attention to their mobile phones.The downside to that is they are oblivious to the fact they have now moved into the top eight on goal difference.That is all down to Nice equalising against Bodo/Glimt.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedWell, well, wellAs things stand, Rangers are INTO the top eight!It would be quite incredible if all three British sides were to reach that top eight. United are 3rd, Spurs 4th and Rangers into 8th. Remarkable.Potential opponentsMan Utd: Ro16 – Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, Porto, Union SGTottenham: Ro16 – Anderlecht, Ajax, AZ, PAOKRangers: Ro16 – Bodo/Glimt, FCSB, Midtjylland, ElfsborgCopy linkCopiedOlympiakos 2-0 Qarabag77. A brace from El Kaabi has put the Greek side in complete control of this one.More importantly, with other results this evening, they move into the top eight as well.They fully deserve the win here this evening, had this match been a boxing bout, someone from the Qarabag bench would have thrown the towel in by now.Copy linkCopiedLatest scores from around EuropeAjax 2-0 GalatasarayAnderlecht 1-4 HoffenheimAthletic Bilbao 2-1 Viktoria PlzenBraga 1-0 LazioDynamo Kiev 0-0 FK RFSFC Twente 0-0 BesiktasFCSB 0-1 Manchester United Ferencvaros 3-0 AZ AlkmaarLyon 1-0 LudogoretsMaccabi Tel Aviv 0-1 PortoMidtjylland 1-2 FenerbahceNice 1-1 Bodo/GlimtOlympiacos 2-0 QarabagRangers 2-0 Union Saint-GilloiseRoma 2-0 Eintracht FrankfurtReal Sociedad 2-0 PAOKSlavia Prague 1-2 MalmoTottenham 1-0 ElfsborgCopy linkCopied More

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      Champions League LIVE SCORES: Man City land horror play-off clash, Arsenal and Aston Villa THROUGH to last-16

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      THE Champions League league phase has concluded after a frantic finale.Manchester City had to come from behind to keep their last-16 hopes alive as they beat Club Brugge 3-1.Pep Guardiola’s side will face either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in a blockbuster knockout play-off clash.Liverpool were already automatically through to the last-16 before kick-off but they did secure the top seed despite losing 3-2 at PSV on the night.Aston Villa confirmed their spot in the top eight after they edged a six-goal thriller with Celtic.Arsenal beat Girona 2-1 to finish third and secure automatic qualification to the last-16.TV channel: TNT Sports (various)Live stream: discovery+CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Arsenal ‘have a good chance’ of winning first Champions League titleThe Gunners secured automatic qualification to the last 16 of the Champions League with a 2-1 away win at Girona.Arsenal Invincible Robert Pires believes there is a good chance his former side can go all the way in Europe’s elite competition.Speaking at the PlayStation Crossover Concept Event, he said: “Of course, I hope Arsenal will do well and I think that they do have a good chance because their type of football may suit the Champions League.”I always enjoy watching and talking about players with good technique, because for me, that is the most important thing. Now, people in France want to always focus on athleticism and physicality, but football is about how you play with your feet.”Copy linkCopiedHow the table finishedHere is how the league phase table finished after a frantic finale -Copy linkCopied’What the players deserve’Brendan Rodgers admits he’s proud of the effort his Celtic players have given to get where they are.He told TNT Sports: “The word that screams at me is pride. The game was right in the balance right through to extra-time. We had a really challenging start being two nil down. “We started the game well but then we conceded the two goals. Second goal was a brilliant goal. Game was right in the balance until the end. Pride is my initial feeling.”Spirit was absolutely key. There’s no good team that doesn’t possess a really strong spirit. We had a couple of moments in the second half where we could’ve relieved the pressure. It was a great effort.”On the prospect of meeting either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich, he added: “It’s what the players deserve for what they’ve given over the course of the eight games. “For us to be in the position is great for them. Us and the supporters can enjoy what we’ve done.”Copy linkCopiedArne in perfect position for trophiesNobody predicted that Liverpool would be so dominant this campaign after losing manager Jurgen Klopp.Arne Slot has come in and just continued the great work the German had been doing and it is all going according to plan.We are at the stage now where sides look to regroup and begin their push for the business end of the season.The Reds sit top of the Premier League and matched that by finishing top of the pile in the new Champions League format also.Slot’s side can achieve big things season, the sky’s the limit for the Anfiield outfit.Copy linkCopied’Today is not the day’Unai Emery was quizzed on Jhon Duran’s seemingly imminent exit from the club, telling TNT Sports: “Tomorrow or Friday we can talk about the transfer, or maybe next week, until everything is done I don’t want to speak, because in football everything can happen. “The club is working and trying to compete in the transfer window because we need some players. Some can leave, but it is not time to speak about it.”Questions then followed on Ollie Watkins, who was the subject of a reported bid earlier today. Again, Emery batted the question away, adding: “I know you want to ask about it, but I told you, today is not the day.”Copy linkCopiedPlay-offs provide some big gamesWith the new format in the Champions League, we have seen a lot of Europe’s heavyweights have to settle for the play-offs.There are some massive fixtures lying ahead which should provide some classic European clashes.Both Man City and Celtic will be hoping they can perform at their highest levels to book their places in the last 16.Copy linkCopiedRound of 16 – how that looksAnd for the top eight, here’s who they could face when seeded sides in the round of 16.Some incredible ties there, including the possibility of Man City facing Atletico Madrid if overcoming Real or Bayern!Last 16Liverpool vs PSG/Benfica/AS Monaco/BrestBarcelona vs PSG/Benfica/AS Monaco/BrestArsenal vs AC Milan/PSV Eindhoven/Feyenoord/JuventusInter Milan vs AC Milan/PSV Eindhoven/Feyenoord/JuventusAtletico Madrid vs Real Madrid/Bayern Munich/Celtic/Man CityBayer Leverkusen vs Real Madrid/Bayern Munich/Celtic/Man CityLille vs Atalanta/Borussia Dortmund/Sporting Lisbon/Club BruggeAston Villa vs Atalanta/Borussia Dortmund/Sporting Lisbon/Club BruggeCopy linkCopiedGunners keeping dream aliveThe one thing that always haunts Arsenal is that despite all their success as a club, they have never won a major European trophy.Arteta knew the goal was to finish in the top eight to avoid the potential banana skin of a play-off and it is mission accomplished.There will be a lot harder games ahead but as the old cliche says, you’ve got to in it to win it.Whether they have enough quality to go all the way remains to be seen but they have made it to the last 16.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedPlay off permutationsHere’s how the next stage looks for every team in the play off round.Hopefully it doesn’t leave you with a sore head like mine.Play-off roundAtalanta vs Sporting Lisbon/Club BruggeBorussia Dortmund vs Sporting Lisbon/Club BruggeReal Madrid vs Celtic/Man CityBayern Munich vs Celtic/Man CityAC Milan vs Feyenoord/JuventusPSV vs Feyenoord/JuventusPSG vs AS Monaco/BrestBenfica vs AS Monaco/BrestFeyenoord vs AC Milan/PSVJuventus vs AC Milan/PSVCeltic vs Bayern Munich/Real MadridManchester City vs Bayern Munich/Real MadridSporting Lisbon vs Atalanta/Borussia DortmundClub Brugge vs Atalanta/Borussia DortmundCopy linkCopiedScots with something to celebrateDespite going down to defeat at Villa Park this evening, we cannot overlook their making the play-offs.All too often the Scottish teams have found the Champions League too much of a step up and fallen at the first hurdle.Brendan Rodgers has given their fans something that has been lacking all too often as they finally progress.They will face a tricky play-off to try and get through to the last 16 but had you offered them that before a game was played, they would have snapped your arm off.Copy linkCopiedCeltic next opponentsLast week’s win over Young Boys secured a play off spot for Brendan Rodgers’ men.It allowed them a free hit at Aston Villa tonight and they went down with credit, given their best three players of a couple of weeks ago were all absent.And if you’d told them they’d end up beside Manchester City in the table after eight games, they’d have bitten your hand off for it.Unfortunately for them, City have flopped. That means Celtic will also either get REAL MADRID or BAYERN MUNICH in the play off round.Two outstanding ties for the club and their supporters.Madrid and Bayern will probably rather a Celtic Park trip than Etihad….Copy linkCopiedFT from Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkThis was a night Ollie Watkins will never forget as he took centre stage before kick off – and carried on being the main attraction for most of this extraordinary match.It’s hard to believe Watkins wouldn’t have got wind of the fact Arsenal had made a £60million bid for him in the run-up to the match – social media being what it is.If he did it certainly didn’t look as if it affected him as he finally put Celtic to the sword on the hour with his first Champions League goal.The fact he tapped the Villa crest on his chest will leave Villa fans hopeful their hero ius going nowhere.Even though Watkins fluffed a bizarre penalty minutes later as he skied over from the spot, this was to be his night …. along with hat-trick hero Morgan RogersWatkins rounded Kasper Schmeichel to hand Rogers his hat-trick goal on a plate as Villa stormed into the last 16 on an incredible night.Copy linkCopiedCity do it the hard wayPep Guardiola’s side really give him a rough ride at the moment.After falling behind to Club Brugge, the Spaniard was contemplating the prospect of heading out of Europe.Whatever he said at the interval seemed to work as his team ran out 3-1 winners at The Etihad.Guardiola may need a glass of wine or two to unwind after this one.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedAston Villa next opponentsA great night for Aston Villa as they sneak through to the automatic qualification spot – in the FINAL eighth spot.It looks like they won’t have Jhon Duran for that stage. Will they manage to keep Ollie Watkins?Lots to ponder over the next few days but they’ve at least guaranteed themselves two less games by finishing in that top eight.They will be seeded in the round of 16, meaning they’ll play the second leg at home to one of these four sides.AtalantaDortmundSportingClub BruggeCopy linkCopiedLiverpool next opponentsTop spot secured for Arne Slot’s Liverpool who have been sensational this last six months.It means they’ll avoid Barcelona until the final and there’s every chance these two will go all the way.Liverpool skip those play off fixtures and can sit back and watch. It’ll be one of these four sides in the round of 16, with the second leg at home.PSGBenficaMonacoBrestCopy linkCopiedSlot learns more about squadIt was not the perfect end to the league phase for Liverpool as they lost 3-2 to PSV on the road.Taking a much-changed side to Eindhoven, he may have learnt a lot more about his squad depth this evening.Despite the defeat, his team finish in top spot in the table and will automatically go through to the last 16.That said, being ever the competiitor, Slot will not have enjoyed suffering his third defeat as The Reds’ manager.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal next opponentsTonight’s results mean the Gunners are safely into the knockout stages and through in third spot.They finished only a couple of goals behind Barcelona in the end, having ended level on 19 points from their eight games.They’ll now need to wait for the play off round before they’ll see who they face. But they will be seeded and it WILL be one these four sides:MilanPSVFeyenoordJuventusCopy linkCopiedMan City next opponentsManchester City managed to secure a play off spot tonight, finishing in 22nd spot.As an unseeded team, they’ll play their play off round match first before an away leg to their seeded opponent.That opponent? Either REAL MADRID or BAYERN MUNICH. Extraordinary.That means an away leg just a few days before they host Liverpool in the Premier League.Copy linkCopiedRogers with night to rememberWhat a difference a year can make.Morgan Rogers was playing in the Championship last campaign, now he is scoring hat-tricks in the Champions League.The Aston Villa attacker will no doubt find a special place for that match ball in his home.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSo, who plays who?We’ve got all the permutations and what that means.Club Brugge’s players are celebrating on the Etihad pitch, they’re absolutely thrilled to have got through in 24th. Skin of their teeth.City will be celebrating making the play off round too. But they won’t like what comes next….Copy linkCopiedFull times from a hectic Champions League nightAston Villa 4-2 CelticBarcelona 2-2 AtalantaBayern 3-1 Slovan BratislavaBrest 0-3 Real MadridDinamo Zagreb 2-1 MilanDortmund 3-1 ShakhtarGirona 1-2 ArsenalInter 3-0 MonacoJuventus 0-2 BenficaLeverkusen 2-0 Sparta PragueLille 6-1 FeyenoordMan City 3-1 Club BruggePSV 3-2 LiverpoolSalzburg 1-4 AtleticoSporting 1-1 BolognaSturm Graz 1-0 LeipzigStuttgart 1-4 PSGYoung Boys 0-1 Red StarCopy linkCopiedTrio save themselves extra matchesThe big news from this evening is that three English teams have finished in the top eight of the table.Liverpool, Arsenal and Aston Villa will all go straight through to the last 16 in the competition.That will be massively important to their respective managers, the last thing they want is a congested fixture list.Copy linkCopiedFT: Girona 1-2 ArsenalMikel Arteta’s side finish the league phase with victory.After falling a goal behind, goals from Jorginho and Nwaneri seal the three points for The Gunners.A confidence boosting result before they take on Man City this weekend.Copy linkCopiedFT: Aston Villa 4-2 CelticIt is a comfortable victory for Unai Emery’s side.Celtic made them work for it tonight to their credit.Defensive errors really cost Brendan Rodgers’ side.Copy linkCopiedPSV 3-2 Liverpool90+2. Harsh introduction to Champions League life for one of Liverpool’s youngsters.Bakayoko looks to run through the middle but as Nallo tries to win it, he brings down the attacker, who was clean through.No other option for the referee but to give him his marching orders.Copy linkCopied More