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      Why is Cole Palmer wearing a bandage on his hand while playing?

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      COLE PALMER brought his stunning Premier League form into the FA Cup.The England ace’s low cross was parried in by Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen just five minutes into the fourth round clash – but you may have noticed Palmer was wearing a bandage on his hand in the game.Cole Palmer wearing a bandage on his right hand against BrightonCredit: GettyPalmer was not wearing the bandage as he arrived at the AMEXCredit: AlamyThe bandage was visible during the celebration for the goal, with Palmer making a heart sign to the camera.The 22-year-old has been in phenomenal form for the Blues this season, with 14 goals and six assists in 24 matches.And boss Enzo Maresca has hinted he might start Palmer as the central striker if Chelsea’s injury crisis deepens.Maresca said: “Cole playing as a No9 in the past. We can find some different solutions. “At the moment, we have not decided anything because we are still waiting for Nico [Jackson] and from there, we will see different options.”Palmer with the bandage on his right handCredit: GettyWhy is Cole Palmer wearing a bandage?Cole Palmer was seen wearing a white taped bandage on his right wrist during the FA Cup clash at Brighton on February 8, 2025.However, Palmer did not have the bandage on as he arrived at the AMEX Stadium when he took to the pitch before his warm up.And Palmer did not wear a bandage on his hand in the Blues’ last match against West Ham five days prior.Most read in FootballPalmer’s England teammate Phil Foden has been wearing a bandage on his hand for the past year, after suffering a fracture in February 2024. More

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      Tyson Fury’s cousin, Walter, picks up third win as former heavyweight champion cheers him on in crowd in Manchester

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      TYSON FURY’S cousin picked up his third win in the undercard of Derek Chisora vs Otto Wallin as he continues to follow in the legendary heavyweight’s footsteps.Tyson, 36, is one of the all-time boxing greats having won a total of 34 out of 37 fights, of which he only lost two after enjoying a staggering 16-year undefeated streak.Tyson Fury’s cousin Walter won his third boxing fight to extend his undefeated streakCredit: PATyson proudly celebrated Walter’s victory in the undercard of Derek Chisora vs Otto WallinCredit: ReutersThe Gypsy King’s stunning success has inspired many around the sport.And that includes his cousin Walter Fury who is looking to emulate his popular relative in the ring.Walter, 27, competed at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester before Chisora and Wallin locked horns.The super welterweight faced off against Joe Hardy with Tyson in attendance.Read More on BoxingWalter was hurt in the fourth round as he started bleeding from his left ear.But he still managed to pick up a decisive victory after the end of the four-round affair.Walter earned a 40-37 victory via decision in front of Tyson, who proudly celebrated.The Gypsy King’s cousin extended his undefeated streak after also beating Dale Arrowsmith and Vasif Mamedov on his professional debut.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTyson’s next fight is currently unknown after his back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk.The Mancunian bruiser, though, cast even more doubt over a showdown with Anthony Joshua.Has Tyson Fury really retired after calling it a day for the fourth time?The Gypsy King seemingly put the final nail in the coffin of the long-overdue domestic dust-up against Joshua last month by announcing his fifth retirement.Tyson recently told promoter Frank Warren that he’s “happy” with his current life after boxing.Walter is the latest in a long line of Tyson’s relatives to step into the boxing ring.Brother Hughie was previously British heavyweight champion.While half-sibling Tommy has earned millions fighting the likes of Jake Paul and KSI, after shooting to fan on Love Island. More

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      Derek Chisora breaks down in tears on TV as he arrives for last-ever fight in the UK against Otto Wallin

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      DEREK CHISORA broke down in tears on TV after arriving for his last-ever fight in the UK.The 41-year-old is taking on Otto Wallin in what will be his 49th career battle.Derek Chisora broke down in tears after arriving for his last-ever UK fightCredit: TNT SportsThe emotions proved to be too much ahead of his battle with Otto WallinCredit: TNT SportsChisora has declared he will call it a day after 50 fights.His final showdown will take place abroad, with Dillian Whyte and Francis Ngannou both in his sights.But tonight’s clash with Wallin will be Chisora’s last-ever UK tilt.And with the match now an official IBF world heavyweight eliminator, the emotions became too much for him as he entered the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester.READ MORE IN BOXINGChisora’s imposing frame and cowboy hat immediately caught the eye as he entered the changing rooms backstage.Yet despite his size, he showed a gentler side by bursting into tears while on live TV.Chisora first leaned against a wall as he soaked in the occasion.And he then retreated to the backrooms as his entourage watched on.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans were certainly sympathetic towards Chisora and the meaningful moment.One said: “Stay strong champ.”Derek Chisora unveils plan for shock career change once he’s retired from boxing but plans dream 50TH fight first Another declared: “Let’s go Del Boy! One last win.”One noted: “He’s had a fantastic career, ducked nobody, good luck Del Boy.”Another added: “He’s a national treasure.” More

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      ‘Lineker never misses a chance’ – Fans in stitches as BBC show host trolling Alan Shearer in throwback clip from 2007

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      FANS hailed Gary Lineker’s lethal trolling after he enjoyed a trip down ‘memory pain’ at Alan Shearer’s expense.Prem record scorer Shearer never won silverware in 10 years at Newcastle.Gary Lineker showed Alan Shearer an awkward clip from 18 years agoShearer had a different look back in 2007 but unfortunately not much has changed for Newcastle in terms of a lack of trophiesFellow pundit Shay Given was also dragged into the trollingAnd when the two ex-England strikers were together in the BBC Match of the Day studio on FA Cup fourth-round day, Lineker went straight THERE…Admittedly, it came on the day Newcastle fought back to oust League One Birmingham 3-2, albeit with a controversial goal.But back in 2007 the story could not have been more different when the two sides met at St James’ Park in a round-three replay.Toon cult hero Nolberto Solano even bagged an own goal as Brum triumphed 5-1, despite a reply from James Milner.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBirmingham netted three times after Steven Taylor saw red for the Magpies.And Shearer’s MOTD colleague Shay Given was the Toon keeper that day.Lineker showed a flashback clip from 18 years ago, when Shearer was an MOTD rookie after retiring as a player at the end of the previous season.Beeb host Lineker was seen addressing grinning studio pundits.Most read in FootballBruno N’Gotty netted as Brum won 5-1 at Newcastle 18 years agoCredit: ReutersJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe ex-Tottenham striker said: “No shortage of cup winners, though, in the studio.”Alan Hansen with Liverpool, Lee Dixon with Arsenal and… Alan Shearer, who went close a couple of times with Newcastle.”Newcastle’s Alexander Isak talks to Alan Shearer about Champions League desires Lineker mocked Shearer for being “really confident” Newcastle would beat Birmingham back then – and for always predicting his old club were set for glory.He said to the 260-goal Prem marksman at the time: “I suppose this would be typical if this is the year they go and do it, now you’ve retired?”Shearer admitted ruefully: “I’ve been saying it for the past 10, 11, 12 years – this might just be our year.”MOTD then returned to live coverage, with gleeful viewers suggesting “Lineker never misses a chance!” to taunt pal Shearer.One reckoned the ex-Barcelona ace delivered a “straight bullet”.And another fan twisted the knife by saying of Shearer: “He never won anything at Newcastle that’s for sure unless he played for them in the 60s.”By this stage, Given might have thought he’d escaped stick – for being between the sticks for the 5-1 humiliation.However, Shearer then joked Birmingham’s triumph was “only because Shay was in goal”.READ MORE SUN STORIESGiven said, “Don’t look at me, lads!” – before adding: “I know, I know – I can’t remember!”One viewer responded: “Some things never change! Shearer taking Ls even off the pitch, and Shay caught in the crossfire.” More

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      Ange Postecoglou will AVOID sack even if Spurs are dumped out of FA Cup but admits he has TWO WEEKS to save job

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU looks set to avoid the sack even if Tottenham crash out of the FA Cup on Sunday.Only a crushing defeat at Aston Villa would put pressure on chairman Daniel Levy to wield the axe.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou will avoid the sack even if he suffers FA Cup eliminationCredit: ReutersPostecoglou admits Tottenham’s next two games against Manchester United and Ipswich could cost himCredit: GettyBut Spurs’ beleaguered boss admits that their next two Premier League games — against Manchester United and Ipswich — could decide his fate.Postecoglou called the United game in seven days a chance “to relaunch our campaign”.And he will also have two rare weeks with no midweek matches to work with the squad and ease injured players back to fitness.The calf problem that led to Richarlison going off at Liverpool in midweek is yet another setback following Radu Dragusin’s season-ending ACL injury.Read More on FootballAnd Dutch centre-back Micky van de Ven is also rumoured to have suffered a setback in his return from a hamstring problem.But Postecoglou said: “There’s a number of our players scheduled to come back during that time, so we’ll use it wisely to rest the guys who need rest.“Certainly, there’s a fair few that need some rest and also hopefully get some work into the guys who have been out for quite a while to be ready for the challenge ahead.“Because I think these two weeks we’ve got now will be really valuable for the finish of our season.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDefeat at Villa would eliminate another opportunity for Spurs to finally end their 17-year trophy drought.Yet next Sunday’s home game against United and a trip to Ipswich the following Saturday may prove crucial in deciding if the Aussie gets the chance to chase glory in the Europa League.Inside Tottenham’s horror performance as season worst stats expose disasterclass from Ange Postecoglou’s flopsFormer Tottenham stars Jamie Redknapp and Michael Dawson were among the pundits who laid into Postecoglou’s flops following Thursday night’s 4-0 Carabao Cup semi-final thrashing by Liverpool.But Postecoglou hit back:  “I don’t have any obligation to listen to any of it. It’s irrelevant what people’s opinions are.“I don’t even know them. Why would I care where they think we’re at? They are a million miles away from us.” More

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      ‘Impossible to know’ – Fans can’t believe there’s no goal-line technology in FA Cup after controversial Newcastle goal

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      FANS were left amazed that there’s no goal-line technology in the FA Cup after Newcastle scored a controversial goal in their 3-2 win at Birmingham.The Premier League giants came from behind to fell their Championship hosts in Saturday’s crunch tie at St Andrew’s.Newcastle scored a controversial goal at Birmingham to leave fans puzzledCredit: GettyJoe Willock’s shot did not appear to entirely cross the line – but the FA Cup does not have Hawk EyeWillock ended up bagging an 86th minute winner for Toon for 3-2Credit: ReutersFormer Manchester United defender Ethan Laird netted for Brum with just seconds on the clock.Newcastle then fought back 20 minutes later with an equaliser through Joe Willock.And his second strike in the 86th minute eventually sealed a 3-2 victory for the visitors.But some felt Willock’s first goal should not have stood – though not for the exact same reason as Harry Maguire’s last-gasp winner for United against Leicester yesterday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWillock’s shot appeared to not fully cross the line as it was blocked by Brum goalie Bailey Peacock-Farrell.However, the linesman judged the ball to have crossed over entirely.And the goal was therefore given to Toon, sparking wild celebrations among the travelling supporters.In a Premier League match, the issue would have been cleared up instantly due to the use of Hawk Eye, the goal-line technology which determines whether or not the ball has crossed the line.Most read in FA CupJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIf it has gone over, it sends a clear noise to the referee’s headset.However, it is not in use in the FA Cup, making the linesman’s decision to award Willock the goal even more controversial.Eddie Howe determined to end Newcastle’s trophy drought in Carabao Cup final Callum Wilson was on the score sheet tonightCredit: AFPTomoki Iwata netted a stunner for Brum but Willock snuffed out their hopes later onCredit: AlamyReplays suggested the ball may have just snuck over the line, but a firm decision would have been impossible to make without goal-line technology.And football fans reacted in disbelief after discovering it was not in use for the FA Cup.Former Birmingham defender Matthew Upson was on comms and said: “It’s a tough one to call.“It’s actually impossible to tell whether that’s fully over the line.”A fan declared: “This is why technology is integral to today’s game, like it or not.”One noted: “Not even close to being fully over the line.”Another added: “Appalling decision, the linesman was at least two yards behind the play, he couldn’t have seen if the ball was over the line from his angle.”Things got worse for Birmingham minutes later when Newcastle took the lead through Callum Wilson.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the hosts stayed firm as Tomoki Iwata struck a sumptuous equaliser before half-time.Willock had the last laugh though as he fired in an 86th minute winner for 3-2, sending Newcastle through to the fifth round of the Cup. More

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      When is Derek Chisora retiring from boxing?

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      DEREK CHISORA’S sparkling in-ring career will come to an end very soon.Chisora, now 41, has decided that he will step away from the ring once he reaches 50 fights.Derek Chisora, 41, faces Otto Wallin on Saturday nightBefore he reaches 50 fights, he takes on Otto Wallin at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, looking to add to his 35 career wins.Chisora has also expressed a desire in who he wants to fight last, with Dillian Whyte and Francis Ngannou both mentioned by the former heavyweight champion.However, the fight has now become an eliminator for the IBF heavyweight title – meaning the winner will be in line for a world title shot.Has Derek Chisora had a successful career?The short answer is yes – Chisora has gone toe to toe with most of the best fighters the heavyweight division has to offer.Never one to duck a fight, the only name missing from his stellar resume is Anthony Joshua.A former British, European and Commonwealth champion, Chisora has twice fought for a world title.He has faced – and lost – three times to Tyson Fury, their latest meeting a world title bout at Tottenham Hostpur.Chisora had first fought for a world title in 2012, when he lost a tough unanimous decision to Vitali Klitschko.He was also involved in famous feuds with David Haye and Dillian Whyte. Chisora was knocked out in the fifth round at West Ham’s old stadium, Upton Park, by Haye.His brutal 2018 rematch with Whyte is considered one of the best heavyweight fights of all-time.Chisora also gave heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk – in his first fight in boxing’s top division – a torrid team before eventually losing via unanimous decision.Two of the judges had Del Boy winning five rounds in that battle.He also fought two narrow defeats to Joseph Parker in 2021.Going into his penultimate fight, Chisora has a record of 35-13-0. Who will Derek Chisora’s last fight be against?Chisora is planning to retire after fight No 50 and expects that to take place in Summer 2025.While nothing is confirmed, Chisora had expressed his desire for his last fight to be against Francis Ngannou.Chisora had also expressed an interest to end his career with a trilogy fight against old rival Whyte.However, his plans may have changed now that the fight with Wallin has become an eliminator for the IBF heavyweight title.That means the winner of the bout will get a world title shot.Daniel Dubois is the current holder of the IBF belt and faces a huge fight against Joseph Parker on February 22.Should Chisora beat Wallin, a third title fight would be an incredible and fitting end to a storied career.However, should he lose, Chisora previously expressed interest in fighting Ngannou in Africa.Chisora was born in a suburb of Harare, Zimbabwe.He said: “If I can get Francis Ngannou in Africa for our own African people to see us perform instead of us performing in European countries and Saudi [Arabia].”It will give a taste to our young up-and-coming talent in Africa to see African warriors go at it.”Who is Derek Chisora fighting next?Derek Chisora will take on Otto Wallin in his 49th and penultimate bout on Saturday, February 8.The fight will take place at Co-op Live Arena in Manchester.Chisora vs Wallin will be available for on TNT Sports and Discovery+The event will start at 6pm GMT, with ring walks expected at 10pm GMT.SunSport will also offer full coverage of the fight and the undercard with our live blog. More

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      ‘We were extremely disappointed’ – Leeds release statement after Millwall fans’ vile chants about murdered supporters

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      LEEDS said they were “extremely disappointed” after Millwall fans chanted about the deaths of Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight.The two Leeds supporters were stabbed to death in Istanbul in 2000, ahead of the club’s UEFA Cup semi-final against Galatasaray.Leeds have released a statement after vile chants were heard in their FA Cup game with MillwallCredit: GettyThe visitors reached the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 2-0 victoryCredit: AlamyLeeds welcomed Millwall to Elland Road on Saturday afternoon in the FA Cup fourth round.But vile chants were heard from the away end, with Leeds responding after the game. A statement from the Championship leaders read: “We were extremely disappointed to hear vile chants relating to football tragedies from the away section at Elland Road.”We know the impact this has on the families of Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight, along with the whole fan base of Leeds United.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”We will work with the police and Millwall Football Club to identify those involved.”We will also continue our efforts with the football authorities to help eradicate these chants from the game.”Leeds boss Daniel Farke added: “Life and death and the health of human beings is much more important than a football game.”The whole football world stands for this and wants to back those values.Most read in Football”Obviously it is a situation which needs to be looked into.”A Millwall spokesman added: “Both clubs have suffered tragic losses to their respective families in recent history.”Chanting about this is entirely unacceptable and will not be tolerated by the club or the governing bodies.”It has no place in football and the club will work closely with Leeds United and authorities to identify those responsible.”Leeds fell to a 2-0 defeat on the day after thanks to a brace from Millwall striker Femi Azeez.It was Farke’s side’s first loss on home soil since September and the Lions’ first win at Elland Road since 2018. More