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      ‘That is so disrespectful’ say fans as Alejandro Garnacho snaps back in altercation with Man Utd fan

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      ALEJANDRO GARNACHO was involved in an altercation with a fan before Manchester United’s Europa League clash with PAOK.The 20-year-old was named in the starting XI for the clash by interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy, marking the third game in a row he has started under the Dutchman.Alejandro Garnacho greeted fans before Man Utd v PAOK but was heckled by a fanGarnacho quipped back after the fan’s ‘disrespectful’ commentsHowever, while greeting fans outside of Old Trafford before the game, the Argentine was involved in a disagreement with one fan.Garnacho generated criticism for his performance in the 1-1 draw with Chelsea on Sunday.And one fan saw fit to voice that opinion as Garnacho interacted with fans.The fan could be heard saying: “Garnacho, you’ve got to pass better today, yeah please?READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Pass better today, score a goal, and work on your first touch as well.”After signing his autograph for another fan, he was then seen turning to the fan and saying: “Why are you not playing?”He then walked away and towards the entrance of the ground.Reacting to the clip on social media, fans did not agree with the decision to voice their opinion there and then.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne fan said: “That’s rude from the fan.”A second said: “This is so disrespectful to Garnacho.”Man Utd wonderkid Ethan Wheatley does Viktor Gyokeres’ ‘secret’ celebration in 6-0 Uefa Youth League thrashing A third added: “Idc (I don’t care) if you like someone or not sometimes you gotta show some respect, embarrassing.”Another said: “Nah this is too far.”Garnacho has six goals and four assists in all competitions from 16 games this season, making him the team’s top scorer.He is one of six outfield United players to have played more than 1,000 minutes so far this season. More

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      FA launches NEW investigation into Premier League boss over historical child sex abuse allegations

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      THE FOOTBALL Association have launched a safeguarding investigation into a Premier League boss cleared over multiple historical sex abuse allegations.At least three women made complaints to cops against the well-known football figure.The football boss was quizzed by Met Police officers in June last yearPolice took the decision not to bring criminal charges after receiving advice from the CPS.Crown lawyers believed there was insufficient evidence for a realistic prospect of a successful prosecution.The FA inquiry is now able to proceed following the conclusion of the police criminal investigation and could recommend special measures are taken against the man.A spokesperson for the national governing body said: “We have robust safeguarding measures in place, and all referrals into us are handled in line with our policies and procedures.”We investigate and assess all allegations and concerns about individuals who may pose a risk of harm to children and adults at risk in football and, where applicable, can impose proportionate safeguarding measures in accordance with FA safeguarding regulations.‘’We do not comment on individual cases.”The man also still faces civil action from a woman who claims he raped her at his home when she was 15.Separately, other women alleged to police they were sexually assaulted and raped by the man, who cannot be named for legal reasons.Most read in FootballHe was quizzed under caution by police on at least two occasions over the allegations, which he strongly refuted.The football boss was quizzed by Met Police officers in June last year over an historical allegation of rape against a teenage girl.The woman claimed the man forced her to have sex with him when she applied to work for a business he was involved with at the time.It is unconnected to the football club the man is now linked with.The investigation was later taken over by Essex Police, already probing separate claims by other complainants against the man.It is understood the decision to take no further action was taken in September and the man was informed.Essex Police said it “had received a number of allegations relating to non-recent sexual offences”.A spokesman for the force said: “Tackling violence against women and girls is a key focus for Essex Police and we take allegations of this nature very seriously.“Our specialist officers, who specifically investigate non-recent sexual offences, carried out a thorough and extensive investigation including obtaining accounts from those affected.“Following consultation with the CPS, and acting on advice received from them, Essex Police took the decision that no further action would be taken in relation to these allegations.“As with any investigation, should new information be received it will be assessed.”The football boss was given anonymity by a judge for the civil case he is facing.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt is alleged by the plaintiff that he raped and beat her and she is claiming damages for psychological harm.No action was taken by police in that case either but it will be tested under the lower burden of proof under civil law. More

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      Galatasaray 3 Tottenham 2: Postecoglou pays price for much-changed side as Turkish giants go top of Europa League table

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN’S move to Galatasaray was one of the stranger moves of the transfer window.Osimhen? Eh? The world-class striker for Napoli? Shouldn’t he be joining the best of the best in Europe?Ange Postecoglou watched on as his Spurs team were taught a lesson by GalatasarayCredit: RexVictor Osimhen bagged a brace as the Turkish side got the better of an inexperienced Spurs teamCredit: EPA19-year-old striker Will Lankshear was sent off in the second halfCredit: ReutersRather than, with respect, a move to the Turkish league which, according to Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho, nobody watches?Seeing Osimhen rip apart Ange Postecoglou’s injury-hit Tottenham in the first half here, it only reinforced that view over his curious loan switch to Istanbul.The Nigerian centre-forward had two goals by half-time and could have had six overall were it not for a number of fine saves from Fraser Forster.It was too much for a Spurs backline shorn of the crocked Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven to cope with.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey were not helped either by Yunus Akgun rifling in a bullet of a shot to give the hosts the lead.There was a brief reprieve when 19-year-old Will Lankshear netted his first professional goal by finishing off a quality move to level things up.But then even the teenager’s night was spoiled when he was sent off for two yellow cards inside seven second-half minutes.Sub Dominic Solanke’s backheeled finish to give the ten men hope, but in the end Osimhen proved the difference.Most read in Champions LeagueYunus Akgun scored a stunning goal to open the scoringCredit: ReutersFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThis was always going to be Tottenham’s toughest test of the Europa League ‘league’ phase.And with three wins out of three already on the board, it felt like a bit of a free hit.Chelsea fans LOVE Eden Hazard’s reaction as Blues legend is pranked by barber with Tottenham shirtA chance for “growth”, as Postecoglou might put it, for his young side to experience.There were no ‘Welcome to Hell’ banners in the stands, as Manchester United were greeted with in Galatasaray’s old stadium in 1993.But Postecoglou’s team were treated to deafening whistles every time they were in possession.Honestly, it was so loud, that if it was anything like the noise at Besiktas when the played RB Leipzig in 2017, you could understand why Spurs loanee Timo Werner, playing for RB the German visitors at the time, asked for earplugs during the match.Werner was one of six players missing through either injury or illness for Postecoglou.It meant back-ups Radu Dragusin and Ben Davies started at centre-back and, boy, did they have a challenge on their hands.Not just with Osimhen, though he was every bit as dangerous as expected, but also with the evergreen Dries MertensStill going strong at 37, the Belgian was threading through balls at will and had a hand in all three Galatasaray goals.The hosts made a blistering start when Akgun let fly from just outside the box.It was a rocket of a strike that Forster could do little about, despite getting a hand to it.Spurs looked to be wilting in the atmosphere, frequently giving the ball away.But then, out of nowhere, they were level on 18 minutes and it was a goal of real quality.Will Lankshear scored his first goal for Spurs to level the scoresCredit: GettyVersatile Archie Gray clipped a delightful ball over the defence which Brennan Johnson volleyed back across for Lankshear to turn into the net.It was a landmark moment for the 19-year-old, who was released by Spurs’ arch-rivals Arsenal aged 16, and on only his second appearance.Lankshear and Gray were two of three teenagers in Postecoglou’s starting line-up, plus Lucas Bergvall, while there were another three on the bench.One of those was attacker Luca Williams-Barnett, who only turned 16 on October 1 and was due to be in school on Thursday until his club pulled him out for this fixture.It would be a tad harsh to say the rest of the half felt like men against boys, but Galatasaray’s experience and quality certainly took hold.Forster denied Osimhen twice with two good stops but could do nothing about the ex-Napoli man’s excellent first-time finish when seizing on a Mertens pass for his first.Nor could the ex-Southampton man prevent a clever volley from Osimhen back across him to make it 3-1.There were more fine stops from Forster to deny Osimhen and a host of Galatasaray players after the break, leaving home fans baffled as to how they had not scored five or six.Even more so when Spurs were reduced to ten men, after Lankshear was booked for a stray elbow and then again shortly after for a trip on ex-Norwich man Gabriel Sara.The youngster looked gutted as he walked off the pitch.But £65million striker Solanke, who came on shortly afterwards, made an instant impact by flicking home Pedro Porro’s cross.It was hard to believe given the amount of chances the hosts had had, but Spurs suddenly sensed a leveller might actually be possible.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey had a decent chance for it too when sub Pape Sarr could have sent Dejan Kulusevski through but his pass was poor – leaving Postecoglou raging on the touchline.Galatasaray were somehow hanging towards the end, but ultimately they got the win – thanks to the world-class centre-forward they are lucky enough to have.Lankshear was sent off in the early stages of the second halfCredit: RexVictor Osimhen bagged a brace to put Galatasary out in frontCredit: GettyDominic Solanke’s second half goal wasn’t enough to earn Spurs a pointCredit: Reuters More

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      Tottenham wonderkid Will Lankshear, 19, SENT OFF vs Galatasaray as joy of first Spurs goal turns to nightmare

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      TOTTENHAM youngster Will Lankshear saw his Europa League dream turn into a nightmare against Galatasaray.The 19-year-old was sent off against the Turkish giants just 42 minutes after bagging his first goal for Tottenham.Will Lankshear was sent off for Tottenham against GalatasarayCredit: RexLankshear looked like he was in for a night to remember when he netted his first Spurs goal to draw the scored level in the 18th minute of the European clash.But joy was soon tempered by despair as he was sent off just 15 minutes into the second half.The Spurs academy graduate escaped a booking for his goal celebration in front of the Galatasaray fans, but two yellow cards in the second half would bring his night to an early end.The striker caught a Galatasaray player with an arm while fighting for the ball and was booked in the 53rd minute.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe then landed a clumsy tackle on Gabriel Sara that saw him sent off seven minutes later.Tottenham were trailing 3-1 at the time with Victor Osimhen showing why he was in demand this summer by netting a brace.However, Lankshear’s dismissal seemed to kick Postecoglou’s side into action.Just nine minutes after the forward left the pitch, Dominic Solanke bagged a second for Spurs and pulled them back into the game.Most read in FootballLankshear netted his first goal for Tottenham in the first halfCredit: ReutersFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut despite their best efforts Spurs were unable to claw back another goal and ultimately fell to a defeat in Istanbul. The result lifts Galatasaray to the top of the table while Spurs sit in fifth, still in one of the automatic qualification positions. More

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      Laura Woods shows off blossoming baby bump as TNT Sports presenter gears up for motherhood with Adam Collard

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      LAURA WOODS showed off her growing baby bump as she prepares to welcome her first child.The TNT Sports presenter is having a baby with former Love Island star Adam Collard.Laura Woods has showed off her baby bump on InstagramCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe award-winning presenter is expecting a baby with Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: InstagramWoods. 37, announced that she was expecting with Collard back in July.And now she has shared an update with her 763,000 Instagram followers.Taking to the social media site she posted an image of her bump alongside the caption: “Bloody hellllll”.Woods managed to keep her pregnancy a secret throughout the entirety of Euro 2024, before making the announcement before she jetted to Paris to cover the Olympics.READ MORE IN SPORTAnd in even more exciting news, Woods and Collard announced they were engaged in September.The happy couple started dating last year and the reality TV personality got down on one knee on the beach in Cornwall to pop the big question.Woods then showed off her dazzling ring on live TV while presenting TNT’s Champions League coverage.The former TalkSPORT radio host is now the lead presenter on TNT’s European action. Most read in FootballWhile she also finds herself hopping in front of the camera for the Premier League coverage too.Woods is yet to announce when she and Collard are set to tie the knot, while she hasn’t given a due date for her baby either.Watch hilarious moment Laura Woods cracks cheeky joke live on TNT Sports leaving Ferdinand and Crouch in stitchesBut bundles of stars wished her well after her announcement on Instagram.Jack Grealish, Ally McCoist, Piers Morgan, Fran Kirby, Ray Parlour, Carlton Cole and Tony Bellew were just a handful of the big names who were quick to congratulate her. Inside Laura Woods’ glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter…Laura is the face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverageShe regularly hosts DAZN’s boxing coverage as wellCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyShe has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura is engaged to Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: InstagramThe pair are always sharing loved up picsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/adamcollard/They have been dating since last yearCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe presenter is ITV’s host for Lionesses coverageCredit: GettyShe also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: InstagramWoods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: InstagramShe is always updating her adoring fans with her life away from the TV camerasCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More

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      Alvaro Morata rushed to hospital after ex-Chelsea star suffers horror injury during AC Milan training session

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      ALVARO MORATA was reportedly rushed to the hospital following a nasty clash of heads in training.The AC Milan hitman is said to have clashed heads with one of his team-mates in an aerial collision on Thursday.Alvaro Morata reportedly suffered a head injury in trainingCredit: GETTYThe striker, 32, is said to have been rushed to hospital to undergo emergency scansCredit: GettyAnd according to reports, the 32-year-old was promptly taken to a hospital in the Legnano district of Milan to undergo scans on his head.But ESPN claims the former Chelsea and Real Madrid striker hasn’t suffered “a serious injury.”He will, however, undergo further tests before giving the all-clear to return to action.Morata is expected to remain in hospital this evening and is set to miss the Rossoneiri’s trip to Cagliari on Sunday.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe Spaniard joined Milan from La Liga giants Atletico Madrid in July for a fee of £10.9million.Morata – who inked a four-year contract at the San Siro – has struggled this campaign, finding the back of the net a mere three times in 12 appearances in all competitions.The veteran striker skippered Spain to Euro 2024 glory this past summer.But he went into the tournament fresh off a battle with depression, which was the result of heavy criticism from Spanish fans and journalists in the build-up to the tournament.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlvaro Morata skippered Spain to Euro 2024 glory in JulyCredit: GETTYHe bravely revealed to El Partidazo: “When you have really tough times, depression, panic attacks, it doesn’t matter what job you do. “What situation you have in life, you have another person inside that you have to fight against every day and every night.”Alvaro Morata throws cup at fan during Spainb’s trophy parade after Euro 2024 winHe added: “For me, leaving Spain was the best option; I couldn’t stand it.”I had a really bad time. I thought I wouldn’t be able to put my boots on and go out on the pitch again.”But hey, thanks to a lot of people, from [Diego] Simeone, Koke, Miguel Angel Gil last year, my psychiatrist, my coach.”We are what you see on TV and on social media but often it’s not real.”You have to give an image because it’s your job. “I had a really bad time, I exploded and there came a time when I couldn’t lace up my boots.”And when I did I would run home because my throat would close up and my vision would start to blur.Alvaro Morata was dealing with depression before Euro 2024Credit: GETTY”Three months before the Euros I was wondering if I would be able to play another match. “I didn’t know what was happening to me but it’s very complicated and delicate.”At that moment you realise that what you like most in the world is what you hate the most, it’s complicated.”Every time I went out with them I always had some episode, sometimes without malice, with people about something that had happened in previous games. “And, in the end, they didn’t want to go shopping either, things that a normal father does with his children. READ MORE SUN STORIES”There came a time when they said so many things to me in front of them that I was embarrassed to be with them. “I was an easy joke, a joke to make the person next to you laugh.” More

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      Julen Lopetegui in danger of being next Premier League manager sacked as new-look West Ham struggle in six areas

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      WEST HAM’S new era is yet to take off.After bringing in Julen Lopetegui and backing him with £127.5million in summer signings – there was every right to expect more than this.West Ham have struggled since Julen Lopetegui’s arrivalCredit: PAThe Hammers are 14th in the tableCredit: GettyThe Hammers are 14th, could be overtaken by Everton with another defeat this weekend and have shown few signs of improving.There are mixed messages over Lopetegui’s future. West Ham’s owners have never been trigger-happy when it comes to dismissing managers and do not like admitting they were wrong.But fans have not warmed to the new regime and even the most patient of clubs would be tested if this continues.SunSport runs through how it has all gone so wrong…READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDEFENSIVE ISSUESWest Ham’s biggest problem last season was their leaky defence, conceding a club-record 74 Premier League goals under David Moyes.Money was spent to try and fix the problem. Max Kilman arrived from Wolves for £40m, Aaron Wan-Bissaka joined in a £15m deal from Manchester United before Jean-Clair Todibo was signed on loan with a view to a £35m deal next summer.All are individually good players, but they have struggled to gel so far while Wan-Bissaka has been used in a variety of positions.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Hammers have shipped 19 goals in 10 Premier League games, the same as odds-on relegation favourites Southampton.Conceding at this rate they will end the season having let in 72 – hardly the improvement expected after significant investment.Who is Julen Lopetegui?STODGY MIDFIELDThe problems at the back do not lie solely with the defenders.West Ham possess one of the most immobile midfields in the Premier League. When not suspended or injured, Edson Alvarez struggles to keep up with play.Tomas Soucek has been a fine servant for the club but should have been improved upon some time ago. The likes of Edson Alvarez have failed to properly cover the midfieldCredit: GettyThe Czech is a brilliant squad option but is too limited a footballer to be a regular success.Guido Rodriguez, a free signing from Spanish side Real Betis, has made little positive impact – mistakes being his most memorable moments.And with each minute Carlos Soler plays, it becomes harder to work out why so much late effort was put into shifting James Ward-Prowse to Nottingham Forest just to bring him in.The lack of dynamism and legs in the middle is making it easy for teams to bypass and charge straight at an unprotected back four.POOR SIGNINGSTim Steidten, who won the power struggle with Moyes over the summer, was given almost ultimate power in the transfer window.Lopetegui was not exclusively his pick, but many of the players were.Rodriguez is probably the most baffling, but others raise big questions too.Niclas Fullkrug appears to be the latest in the line of failed West Ham strikers. Tim Steidten paid £127.5m for players this summerCredit: PAIt may seem harsh given he has been limited to just an hour of Premier League play due to injury so far – but it was hardly an inspirational signing.The German arrived, for £27.5m, the wrong side of 30 and with a detailed injury record leaving another manager to rely on Michail Antonio and Danny Ings through the middle.A bungled attempt to sign Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran, who has eight goals in 16 appearances this season, only makes it look worse.Areas clearly lacking were never properly addressed.LACK OF LEADERSHIP & DISCIPLINENot all of this can be put at the door of the manager or higher-ups.Players are the ones tasked with going out and putting in a shift each weekend and few have done that in a West Ham shirt this season.Mohammed Kudus and Alvarez are both suspended this weekend – the Mexican after his second red card of the season.There is a lack of a strong mentality and clear leadership within the squad.Sources say the dressing room has become a quiet one in the absence of Declan Rice’s leadership or Mark Noble before him.Lucas Paqueta has looked disinterested for most of the yearCredit: GettyAntonio is a loud character but not when it comes to leadership, while new captain Jarrod Bowen prefers to do his talking on the pitch.Perhaps the biggest problem is Lucas Paqueta. The Brazilian, awaiting a hearing for his spot-fixing charges, has looked disinterested for most of the year.It is understandable given his situation, but West Ham are still paying his wages and expect someone who was recently valued at £85m to be delivering far more.Coaches have noticed a collective lack of mentality amongst the squad, something which must be addressed.NO STYLE OR INSPIRATIONThe end of the Moyes era was largely brought about due to a desire for fans to see a far more attractive style of play.Lopetegui was never seen as a total football appointment, but players and fans alike have struggled to identify a clear plan of attack from the Spaniard.They are not sitting tight and counter-attacking nor going for expansive, dominant football. West Ham have lacked a clear style since the departure of David MoyesCredit: ReutersThe muddle leads to inconsistent performances and a reliance on individual brilliance – which has been in short supply.Lopetegui is struggling to get the best out of Bowen and – when he’s not suspended for lashing out at Tottenham players – Kudus.The manager’s deadpan approach in front of the media does not help either. The lack of spark means fans are struggling to warm to the former Wolves boss.HOW LONG HAS HE GOTThis will be the question on many fans’ lips. A heavy defeat to Everton on Saturday and it could be that Lopetegui struggles to see out the weekend.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut there is an insistence that the board remain behind their man, though all remain frustrated by the poor performances.There is a feeling they have not reached the lows of the second half of last season, but get any closer to it and a change will more than likely be made.West Ham have worst stadium in Premier LeagueBy Andy DillonAll that has been achieved under David Moyes has made West Ham forget that they have by far the worst home ground in the entire Prem.A stadium totally unfit for staging regular football matches.One that can work on big European nights when the fans have electrified their voices in the nearby Carpenters Arms before kick-off.But one which drains your soul during routine home games against the likes of Burnley or Everton.A home ground where giant trampolines separate fans from the action.With temporary seating and scaffolding trying to bring the players and crowd closer.When West Ham are playing badly but winning, issues with the rented stadium are pushed aside.If they are playing badly and losing, the whole festering sore surfaces and the frustration will be aimed once more at chairman David Sullivan and vice-chair Karren Brady.It wasn’t long ago that fans were invading the pitch, that 8,000 protested against the owners, that Sullivan was hit in the eye by a coin thrown from the crowd. Moyes has been an effective human shield with his consistent, if not entirely pretty, brand of success.This is what incoming boss Lopetegui has to contend with.Read Andy Dillon’s full column here. More

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      Chelsea 8-0 Noah LIVE RESULT: Blues put Armenian minnows to the sword with dominant Conference League performance

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      CHELSEA beat minnows Noah FC 8-0 to soar to the top of the Europa Conference League group phase. Goals from Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu, Joao Felix (2), Axel Disasi, Mykhaylo Mudryk and Christopher Nkunku (2) sealed the deal for Enzo Maresca’s side at Stamford Bridge. Kick off time: 8pmTV channel: TNT Sports 1Live stream: discovery+Chelsea team: Jorgensen, Disasi, Adarabioyo, Badiashile, Veiga, Fernandez, Felix, Mudryk, Nkunku, George, GuiuFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…FULL TIME – Chelsea 8-0 Noah It’s full time at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea have done their job and they now sit top of the Europa Conference League group phase after a thumping performance at Stamford Bridge. Tosin Adarabioyo got things underway with his first goal for the club before Marc Guiu, Axel Disasi and Joao Felix added three more in quick succession. Felix and Mykhaylo Mudryk put the Blues six up just before the break and Christopher Nkunku bagged a brace for himself in the second period to round up the scoring. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah90+4. Filip Jorgensen is rolling on the floor in pain holding his head after rushing out to grab the ball from the Noah attacker. Thankfully he gets up and is okay. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah90+2. A huge chance for a big moment!Carney Chukwuemeka escapes down the right for Chelsea, and his left footed shot on goal is deflected out by the Noah goalkeeper. The ball bounces out to Sam Rak-Sakyi, but he is just leaning back as his shot goes over the bar. The youngster should have many more chances to get his first Chelsea goal in future games at least. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah90. Willy Caballero on the Chelsea bench raises an arm in frustration as Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall wastes a chance to add a ninth goal to Chelsea’s already impressive lead. The fourth official’s board goes up, and there will be four minutes added on. That announcement is greeted with chants of “We want ten”.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah88. Noah have another shot from inside the box, but Jorgensen saves again after some good work from the Armenian visitors. Lots of home fans are heading for the exits now to beat the traffic – I mean that’s poor, you could easily miss another 5 goals here! Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah85. Noah get forwards and have a chance from close range with a header, but Jorgensen saves it with ease. You almost want them to score just for their fans, who have been brilliant all night. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah80. Into the last ten minutes here, and you can tell Joao Felix is keen on getting his hat-trick. He lashes a shot from distance well over the bar. Just a minute later Carney Chukwuemeka gets down the right, and sets up Casadei for a shot from range, but he forces a good save from the Noah goalkeeper. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 8-0 Noah77. Samuel Rak-Sakyi is ready to enter play here, as the young number 51 comes on for his Chelsea debut. What a moment for the youngster who replaces Christopher Nkunku. Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLLLLL! Chelsea 8-0 Noah74. The Chelsea fans continue to chant as Christopher Nkunku holds the ball in his hands, ready to take the penalty. They certainly want an eighth goal here. Nkunku steps up…AND HE SCORES! Straight down the middle from the Frenchman.Copy linkCopiedPENALTY! Chelsea 7-0 Noah73. It’s a penalty to Chelsea after the referee takes a look at the screen! Stamford Bridge erupts once more!Copy linkCopiedVAR CHECK, POSSIBLE PENALTY: Chelsea 7-0 Noah71. Chants of “WE WANT EIGHT” come from the Matthew Harding stand, as Carney Chukwuemeka blasts a shot wide of the goal with Joao Felix cowering in the net to stay onside. There may have been a foul in the box on Christopher Nkunku however in the build up, and VAR will check that. The referee goes over to the screen…Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLLL! Chelsea 7-0 Noah68. It’s seven heaven for Chelsea, and after a great move by Joao Felix, it’s Christopher Nkunku who has his goal at last. It was at the second time of asking, but counts all the same. He doesn’t perform his signature balloon celebration, perhaps a touch of respect from the Chelsea man. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah65. Carney Chukwuemeka is ready to come on for Chelsea here, as Noah press forward with the ball. Pinson gets down the left and wins a corner from Axel Disasi. The Noah fans go wild as their side win a corner. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah62. Safe to say incoming Chelsea star Willian Estevao is happy with what he’s seeing over in Brazil. Willian Estevao reacts to Chelsea winning 6-0 in the Europa Conference LeagueCredit: X – @EstevaoWillian7Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah59. Just a reminder in case you were wondering, Chelsea’s biggest ever win was a 13-0 triumph over JeunesseHautcharge in the first round of the cup winners cup in 1971. The Blues will need seven goals in the next 30 minutes or so if they want to better that. Not impossible by any stretch, but if the rest of their shots are like that one from Joao Felix then they won’t make it…Copy linkCopiedOFF THE BAR! Chelsea 6-0 Noah57. It’s almost seven for Chelsea, as Nkunku turns once more inside the box and smashes a left-footed shot off of the crossbar and over. He practically had one hand on the balloon there already.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah54. Another big chance for Chelsea, this time it falls for Nkunku. He receives the ball well and turns, but his shot is saved by the Noah goalkeeper. It pings back out at Joao Felix, but the keeper holds onto it at the second time of asking. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah52. A huge mistake from the Noah goalkeeper sees him pass the ball to Joao Felix from close range. Felix is not expecting the pass, but takes a touch and has a go on goal anyway – but the goalkeeper atones for his sin.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah50. Noah get their foot on the ball and have retained possession well here as they work the ball into midfield. But as soon as they try to do anything incisive, Renato Veiga is on hand to cut it out. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 6-0 Noah48. Chelsea nicely work a corner into the box which falls to Benoit Badiashile. But the only Chelsea centre-back not on the scoresheet is unable to make it there for now with a volley looped over the bar. Copy linkCopiedSECOND HALF: Chelsea 6-0 Noah46. Back underway for the second half here, and a long ball over the top is immediately played into Tyrique George. A lovely bit of link-up play between him and Joao Felix sees Chelsea get the ball into the middle, but nothing comes of it this time. Copy linkCopiedHT Changes: Chelsea 6-0 NoahHT. Two changes to report for Chelsea before we get back underway here at Stamford Bridge. Enzo Fernandez has been replaced by Cesare Casadei, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is on for Marc Guiu.Copy linkCopiedHALF-TIME: Chelsea 6-0 NoahHT. The referee blows the whistle for half-time. Copy linkCopied45. Chelsea 6-0 NoahThere will be just one minute of added time at the end of the first half, which sees a collective sigh of relief come from the Noah fans and players.Just one more half to go, lads…Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLL! IT’S SIX! Chelsea 6-0 Noah42. The goals are flooding in once more at Stamford Bridge (no I won’t get bored of that pun). This time the ball is rolled into Joao Felix on the left, and he cuts it back under his spell past the defender and fires a shot at the far side of the goal. It takes a big deflection and beats the Noah keeper, who is going to be suffering from back pain after picking the ball up out of his net for the sixth time. 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