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      Plymouth vs Liverpool live stream FREE: How to watch FA Cup clash today

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      LIVERPOOL travel to Plymouth as they take on Championship strugglers in the FA Cup fourth round.Arne Slot and Liverpool are strolling towards a first Premier League title since 2020, and have what seems a straightforward draw in the FA Cup.Arne Slot has guided Liverpool to top of the Premier League in his first seasonCredit: ReutersThe side are top of the Premier League, with a game in hand, and also finished top of the Champions League group stage.Plymouth are enduring the opposite season to The Reds, currently bottom of the Championship, and battling to avoid relegation from the division.Having sacked Wayne Rooney heading into the new year, Plymouth have won just once since the turn of the year, away at Brentford in the FA Cup third round.Liverpool themselves will be prepared to deal with any potential slip up, as they eased past Accrington Stanley 4-0 at Anfield in the third round.How to watch Plymouth vs Liverpool FREEPlymouth vs Liverpool is free to air in the UK, and is available on ITV1 for viewers.The game will also be available for free streaming on ITV’s streaming platform, ITVX.Alternatively, follow SunSports coverage of the clash with the live blog.The match will kick-off at 3pm GMT on Sunday, February 8 at Home Park Stadium.What other FA Cup fourth round ties are still to play?Aston Villa and Tottenham will follow directly after this fixture on BBC1 and BBC iPlayer, with the sides kicking off at Villa Park at 5:35pm GMT.Two clashes follow in the week, firstly high flying Doncaster will host Premier League side Crystal Palace at 7:45pm GMT on Monday night.The action in the fourth round will conclude at St James Park in Exeter, as they host high-flying Premier League side Nottingham Forest at 8pm GMT.Most read in FA Cup More

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      Sergio Ramos’ wife ‘refuses to move with Real Madrid legend, 38,’ following shock transfer after six months unemployed

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      SERGIO RAMOS has reportedly made his shock move to Mexico without wife Pilar Rubio.The Spanish legend signed for Mexican side Monterrey after six months as a free agent.Sergio Ramos has moved to Mexican club MonterreyCredit: AFPThe Spanish legend was a free agent after leaving Sevilla last summerCredit: AFPReports suggest Ramos’ wife Pilar Rubio has not made the switch to Mexico with himCredit: Getty – ContributorRamos was without a club after leaving Sevilla over the summer.The 38-year-old penned a surprise one-year deal with the Liga MX outfit last Friday. Ramas married Rubio, a popular TV presenter and model in Spain, in 2019. The pair have four children – but Pilar has reportedly chosen not to join her husband on his new South American adventure. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAccording to Bild, Rubio will remain in Spain during Ramos’ time in Mexico for “professional reasons”.The outlet cites a source close to Pilar, who claims she is “tired of moving.”Ramos left Real Madrid to join Paris Saint Germain in 2021 before switching back to LaLiga with Sevilla in 2023. Pilar is now reportedly back in Madrid and living there for the foreseeable future. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSPer the report, Rubio said: “This time I will not give in, I have already given in twice. “Now I am staying here, in Madrid. The family is staying here, Sergio is going alone.”Furious Sergio Ramos goes berserk at Sevilla fan as he stops live TV interview Monterrey are currently 12th in LigaMX with just one win from their opening six matches. They will compete in the revamped Club World Cup, set to start in the USA in June. Monterrey will face Inter Milan, River Plate, and Urawa Red Diamonds in the group phase. Ramos has opted to wear the No. 93 shirt during his time in Mexico.The World Cup winner scored a dramatic 93rd-minute winner for Real Madrid against Atletico in the 2014 Champions League final.READ MORE SUN STORIESExplaining his choice, he said: “The 93rd minute was epic. “It is a tribute to Real Madrid and to my career.” More

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      Ex-champion motorbike racer jailed for rape of girl, 7, as judge slams sexual predator for taking ‘no responsibility’

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      A FORMER motorbike champion has been slammed by a judge for not taking responsibility as he was jailed for the rape of a 7-year-old girl.Connor Behan, 33, denied all charges against him before he was found guilty of rape, sexual assault and engaging in sexual activity in front of a child.Connor Behan has been jailed for 18 years over after being found guilty of rape, sexual assault, and engaging in sexual activity in front of a childCredit: SWNSThe former Isle of Man TT rider came to the attention of police in 2022, after the victim reported him to her teacherCredit: AlamyBehan, of Newcastle-Under-Lyme, sexually assaulted the victim on multiple occasions starting in May 2019, when she was just seven-years-old, the jury heard.They endured physical and psychological suffering from the abuse according to prosecutor Mark Connor. Following the week-long trial, Judge Michael Leeming stated: “You accept no responsibility for your actions and you continue to deny them but I cannot accept it.”You have no awareness, you have no empathy, and there is an element of victim-blaming throughout your pre-sentence report.”Read more SportBehan became an Irish road race super twin champion in 2014 and was active in the circuit from 2004 and 2015. He was jailed for 18 years and handed a restraining order at Chester Crown Court on Friday following years of abuseThe former Isle of Man TT rider came to the attention of police in 2022, after the victim reported him to her teacher.Using a seminal detection dog, police found traces of the disgraced rider’s semen on a blanket owned by the victim.Most read in MotorsportDenying all charges, he was found guilty of rape, sexual assault, and engaging in sexual activity in front of a child following a week-long trial last year.A victim statement said: “As a result of it I cannot be close to anyone.”It affects everything and I take it out on my family and on my friends.”Defending, Adam Watkins said Behan had an issue with drinking and drug-taking due to the death of his father.He added: “It does not explain or excuse his conduct but it is an idea of his difficulties at the time.”Behan will remain on the Sex Offenders Register for the rest of his life.Following the verdict, DS Scott Graves said: “Firstly, I would like to commend the victim who is now just 10 years old, for her bravery and courage shown throughout this investigation and trial. Sadly there are no winners in this case, however I truly hope this result will provide her closure.”Behan sexually abused his victim for a sustained period of time – he showed no remorse, denying everything throughout the investigation.”Thankfully, the jury were able to see through his lies, and he will finally be held accountable for what he’s done.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I hope this result will allow the victim to eventually move on with her life, now that Behan will be unable to hurt her ever again.”Behan was found unanimously guilty for the string of abhorrent offences at Chester Crown Court last December where he was also found not guilty of an additional count of sexual assault by touching of a child under 13. More

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      Viral ring girl Sydney Thomas reveals career ambition as she hits Super Bowl after Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson ‘wild ride’

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      BOXING ring girl Sydney Thomas wants to forge her own business empire – once she’s graduated from college. The 21-year-old went viral last year after turning heads as a ring girl during Jake Paul’s boxing showdown with Mike Tyson. Sydney Thomas stunned on the red carpet ahead of Michael Rubin’s Super Bowl parry in New OrleansCredit: Sunni UpalSydney wowed in a plunging strapless dress as she spoke to The U.S. SunCredit: Sunni UpalThe 21-year-old later posed with LSU gymnast and Sports Illustrated model Olivia DunneCredit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomasSydney Thomas shot to fame after her ring girl performance during Jake Paul vs Mike TysonCredit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomasThomas shot to overnight fame after wowing millions of fight fans on the smash Netflix broadcast. A student at Alabama, Sydney stole the show with her swag and confidence in the ring during November’s showdown. She admits her life has been turned upside down since appearing in the stream – which was viewed by over 100 million Netflix subscribers.”It’s been crazy,” Thomas said, speaking to The U.S. Sun on the red carpet of the Fanatics’ Super Bowl party in New Orleans.READ MORE ON SUPER BOWL”My life just kind of flipped upside down out of nowhere [after Paul vs Tyson].”It’s been a wild ride, but it’s been great.”I knew going into the fight I would get some publicity and exposure.”But not to this extent. It blew away my expectations.”Most read in BoxingSydney turned 21 in November and is currently a student at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. And he has big plans for when she graduates this coming summer.Meet Sydney Thomas, The Next Big Ring Girl Star”I’m still in college,” she continued when pressed on her next career move. “So I’m going to graduate and get a management and entrepreneurship degree. “I’d like to start a business of my own at some point. “But continuing working with sports and boxing makes me happy, so we’ll see.”I have a business-driven mind,” she added. Thomas was in New Orleans ahead of this Sunday’s Super Bowl LIX. She rubbed shoulders with stars including Olivia Dunne at Michael Rubin’s Fanatics pre-game bash on Saturday night. “It’s been great,” Sydney added, looking right at home on the red carpet in a stunning pink outfit. READ MORE SUN STORIES”And I love getting to explore New Orleans too. “There’s so much culture and it’s such an eclectic city. It’s great that the [Super Bowl] is here.”Sydney rocked a stunning bikini outfit for the Netflix broadcast, which was seen by over 100 millionCredit: INSTAGRAMThe 21-year-old has dreams of becoming a Sports Illustrated modelCredit: APThomas is due to graduate this summer from the University of AlabamaCredit: Instagram @iamsydneythomas More

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      Mikel Arteta to axe SEVEN Arsenal players to fund summer transfer spending spree for new striker

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      MIKEL ARTETA is set to let go of SEVEN players to fund a huge summer spreading spree, according to reports.The Gunners signed ZERO players in the winter window despite their obvious issues up-front.Mikel Arteta is eyeing a huge summer spending spreeCredit: GettyNewcastle’s Alexander Isak is on Arsenal’s radarCredit: AFPThe Gunners see Benjamin Sesko as a more realistic option but Real Madrid are also interested in the midfielderCredit: ReutersBut Arsenal will now be armed with a vast amount of cash at the end of the season to strengthen their attacking ranks.Arteta – who is currently enjoying a team break in Dubai – made it clear that he was “disappointed” with the lack of January activity and is ready to push for a new marquee striker in six months time.Newcastle’s talisman Alexander Isak and RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko are the top of the Spaniard’s wish-list.But Arsenal will need to have a proper clear out and cut the wage bill in order to fund any move for Isak – which would surely take a British-record transfer fee.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe Magpies want to keep the 25-year-old Swede – who has scored 59 goals in 94 games for the Toon – at all costs and reports have suggested a £150million asking price.But Arteta has sanctioned the departure of seven first-team stars in order to facilitate a spree, according to The Mirror.For starters, loanee Raheem Sterling is set to return to Chelsea and Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams remains on Arsenal’s radar.There will be major surgery in midfield with Thomas Partey and Jorginho out of contract in the summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJorginho is currently in discussions with Brazilian giants Flamengo over a pre-contract agreement.Notable groundwork has already been done on a £51million move for Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi although Real Madrid could yet enter the fray for the Spaniard, who snubbed Liverpool last summer.Arsenal wonderkid Lewis-Skelly’s mum reveals he’s ‘still on washing-up duty’… and how she nearly missed Man City goalThomas Partey is out of contract in the summer and Oleksandr Zinchenko could be lured elsewhere for game timeCredit: GettyRosenberg’s 18-year-old Sverre Nypan is a target that’s likely to be revisited this summer after the Norwegian prodigy opted to remain in Scandinavia for an additional six months.Meanwhile, left-back Kieran Tierney will likely rejoin Celtic on a free transfer and Arsenal will likely be open to offers for centre-back Jakub Kiwior.And Oleksandr Zinchenko looks poised to pursue a transfer due to his lack of minutes this season.Myles Lewis-Skelly has leapfrogged both Riccardo Calafiori and Zinchenko in the Arsenal pecking order in recent months.That could mean a replacement for the Ukrainian is not deemed as essential.Veteran loanee Neto – who was signed as a stopgap – is due to return to Bournemouth.And Espanyol No 1 Joan Garcia remains a player of interest since Arsenal saw two bids rejected by the Spanish club in August.Arsenal have splashed the cash on their backline in recent transfer windows and further defensive reinforcements are likely to be dependent on outgoings, with Ajax’s Jorrel Hato on their radar.Spain Euro 2024 star Nico Williams is on Arsenal’s radarCredit: APMartin Zubimendi, who has a £52million release clause, looks certain to arrive but Madrid have registered an interest nowCredit: GettyWhile the departure of the seven stars may not raise significant transfer funds, it will certainly free up plenty of space on the wage bill.The Emirates Stadium hierarchy are currently finalising the appointment of former sporting director Edu’s successor. Jason Ayto has stepped up on an interim basis and is a strong candidate to land the job permanently. READ MORE SUN STORIESArsenal are facing the prospect of another trophyless season after they were knocked out of both domestic cups.While their Premier League hopes are fading as the club sit six points behind Liverpool, who have a game in hand, the Gunners are hoping to win the Champions League for the first time in their history.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Winger who Trent Alexander-Arnold named his ‘toughest ever opponent’ is left unemployed aged just 28

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      BRANDON BARKER once “destroyed” Trent Alexander-Arnold – now he is left without a club. Alexander-Arnold named the former Manchester City forward as the toughest-ever player he faced. Brandon Barker was Trent Alexander-Arnold’s toughest-ever opponentCredit: GettyHe told Liverpool’s YouTube channel: “I would say Brandon Barker, played for City.”I was 18, playing for the Under-21s, first ever time at Anfield, got beat 3-0. He scored two and got an assist. I came off at 60 [minutes].”Still to this day, he’s the opponent I think that just destroyed me, man. I’ve never had it like that before.”At that point, I’m thinking ‘this kid is going to be the best player in the world’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Because I’d never seen someone move so quickly and sharp and effectively, so I’d say Brandon Barker.”Barker came through City’s youth -even winning their Academy Players’ Player of the Year during the 2013/14 season. But he left in 2019 after just one senior appearance and four loan moves, to Rotherham, NAC Breda in the Netherlands, Hibernian and Preston. Barker then moved to Rangers, had another loan to Oxford, joined Reading, then Omonia in Cyrpus and most recently Morecambe. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe then left League Two side Morecambe at the end of last season – leaving him in search of a new club. Barker, 28, told The Athletic: “I’ve never been too bothered about money. BBC makes half-time innovation in FA Cup clash between Leyton Orient and Man City”One goal I had when I started was to help my mum and dad buy a very nice house. I was lucky enough to be able to do that. “Me and my family have completely different lives now from when I was growing up, so I’m grateful for that.”Setbacks happen. I’ve been through a lot, but there are footballers who have been through more setbacks than me.”I’ve just got to keep trying and giving it everything I’ve got until I can’t do it anymore. I just want to play.”Responding to Alexander-Arnold’s praise, he said: “I’m sure he’s had more difficult games, given some of the superstars he played against, but it’s nice of him to say it. I’d never played against him before.”He looked very young and he was very small and skinny, whereas I was already established at that level. But I was pretty good that day, to be fair.”Brandon Barker had a stint with Omonia in CyrpusCredit: AFPHe also played for PrestonCredit: GettyAnd Rangers in ScotlandCredit: Getty More

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      How a cigarette lighter sparked Brighton’s remarkable turnaround from 7-0 thrashing to 2-1 win over Chelsea in FA Cup

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      BRIGHTON boss Fabian Hurzeler used a cigarette lighter to spark their stunning 2-1 win over Chelsea in the FA Cup.The Seagulls were smashed 7-0 by Nottingham Forest last Saturday and desperately needed to respond against the Blues last night.Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler set fire to the club’s tactical plansCredit: ReutersKaoru Mitoma netted the winnerCredit: PAPreparation began for the game on Monday morning, with Hurzeler finding an unusual way to start afresh.The 31-year-old manager picked up a cigarette lighter and burnt the tactical paperwork used to prepare for the Forest game.Hurzeler did this in front of the whole squad and held one-on-one meetings with several players, according to The Athletic.It proved to be the beginning of a remarkable turnaround as Brighton booked their spot in the fifth round with a comeback win over Chelsea.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGoalkeeper Bart Verbruggen made a howler in the first five minutes to gift the visitors a 1-0 lead before strikes by Georginio Rutter and Kaoru Mitoma sealed victory.On the performance, Hurzeler said: “Of course, they showed a reaction, great intensity in training. “But, on the other side, that’s only because of one game. Normally you should have intensity throughout the whole season. “We were honest to each other that our standards were not high enough and we were not demanding enough of each other, not ruthless enough. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Maybe we accept a little bit the lack of intensity, that if I am a player we don’t commit 100 per cent in training.”We said we need to commit now, be a team that is hard to beat. We need to have the standards in the last two training sessions for the rest of the season.”Kaoru Mitoma is on fire as he trains with Brighton Brighton have the chance to beat Chelsea again on Friday as they meet in the Premier League. More

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      Everton boss David Moyes pulled out of late January transfer move for former Chelsea title-winning striker

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      EVERTON boss David Moyes looked at a deal for Michy Batshuayi — before changing his mind.Moyes wanted an extra forward due to Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s injury and made some thorough background checks on ex-Chelsea ace Batshuayi, 31.David Moyes pulled out of a late move for ex-Chelsea striker Michy BatshuayiCredit: RexBatshuayi spent six years at Chelsea but was often loaned outCredit: REUTERS/Eddie KeoghThe Belgian striker instead joined Eintracht Frankfurt from GalatasarayCredit: AFPBut reports on the star were not enough to tempt Everton for a loan until the end of the season.Batshuayi – who was loaned out to several European clubs during his six year spell at Stamford Bridge – instead joined Eintracht Frankfurt from Galatasaray on a permanent basis last month.The Belgian scored the goal that won Chelsea the Prem against West Brom in his debut season in 2016-2017.Everton also pulled away from a deal for France left-back Adrien Truffert, 23, as Rennes value him too highly.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd a deal for West Brom winger Tom Fellows, 21, was called off by the Toffees’ owners to save cash for the summer window.Moyes was previously linked with a move to bring Batshuayi to West Ham – during his first stint with the Hammers in 2018.Everton wanted to sign a striker during the winter window amid injuries to Calvert-Lewin, former Chelsea star Armando Broja and Youssef Chermiti. This leaves the club with Beto – who is yet to truly hit the ground running – as their only No 9. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the Guinea-Bissau international forward responded to Moyes’ faith with a brace against Leicester City.Fans are hoping that “magician” Moyes will save them from battling Premier League relegation in their final season at Goodison Park.Everton boss David Moyes tries to look forward after Tottenham win Since taking over from Sean Dyche on January 11, Moyes has won three of his five games in charge.After losing 1-0 to a top Aston Villa side in his first match in charge, the former Manchester United boss went on a run of three straight wins.The Blues beat Tottenham, Brighton and smashed Leicester 4-0, before losing 2-0 to Bournemouth in the fourth-round of the FA Cup on Saturday.Antoine Semenyo and Daniel Jebbison fired the Cherries into the next round during Everton’s last-ever FA Cup tie at their famous old ground.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More