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      Barcelona clash with Osasuna postponed minutes before kick-off as first-team doctor tragically dies

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      BARCELONA’s clash against Osasuna has been postponed after a club doctor suddenly died.The LaLiga leaders were expected to take on Pamplona-based side at 8pm.Barcelona have confirmed that first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia has passed awayCredit: X BARCELONAThe club’s game against Osasuna was cancelled after his deathCredit: DAZNPlayers had begun their warm-upCredit: DAZNA statement was displayed on the stadium big screen explaining the situationCredit: APHowever, the club moved quickly to communicate with officials and cancel the game following the death of the medic.Barca confirmed that first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia had passed away.A statement read: “FC Barcelona is deeply saddened to announce the passing of first-team doctor Carles Minarro Garcia this evening.”For this reason, the match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna has been postponed to a later date.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”The FC Barcelona board of directors and all staff extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.”Garcia had been at the Catalonian giants for seven years.Osasuna also released a statement as the club sent condolences to his family.It read: “Club Atletico Osasuna wishes to convey its deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Carles Minarro Garcia and would like to send a warm hug to all the staff of FC Barcelona, ​​as well as to its fans, at this difficult time.Most read in Football”May he rest in peace. Goian bego.”LaLiga also confirmed that the game would be suspended and a new date would be scheduled.Laporta on Garcia’s deathBarcelona president Joan Laporta made a heartfelt speech following the death of Carlos Minarro Garcia.He said: “I would like to announce on behalf of FC Barcelona the death of the first team doctor Carles Minarro, a man much loved by everyone who passed away this afternoon at the team’s training camp.”As you can imagine, the players, the staff, the coach… were all very sad and there was a huge sadness. We all loved him very much.”He came to all the away games to look after all the players and he never said no to anyone. He was a great doctor and a great professional.”In these moments of so much pain we have considered that the best thing was to ask for the postponement of the match, so we have considered it and we have communicated it to the president of LaLiga to explain the situation and what happened.”He has understood it and has initiated all the procedures for the suspension. We have had the maximum understanding on the part of Osasuna, its president and its management team.”They have behaved in an extraordinary way. The refereeing team has also understood it perfectly. It is very painful news for FC Barcelona.”We are in shock because everything happened so suddenly. We have contacted his family, his mother and his wife. We offer them our condolences at this very painful time, especially for them.”We wanted them to know immediately because it is news of great significance and even more so when it involved the suspension of the match.”Carles leaves behind two children, Gerard and Anna, as well as his wife, who was very affected, as is logical and normal.”We have to be by her side. We have asked for the understanding of the members and Barça fans who were planning to watch the match and I saw great understanding when we announced it over the loudspeakers.”There was applause and a small tribute.”The players were very affected and out of respect for Carles Minarro, his family, the entire staff, coach and fellow board members, we thought that the best thing was to postpone the match.”The understanding of all those who had responsibility in this decision because I think we have done the best and we have made the decision that we had to. Thank you very much.”A statement read: “LaLiga regrets the passing of Dr. Carles Miñarro, FC Barcelona’s first-team doctor, and announces that, for this reason, today’s match between FC Barcelona and Osasuna has been postponed, pending the decision of the single judge of Competitions.”LaLiga would like to express its deepest condolences to his family, friends, the club, and its supporters, and shares in their sorrow.”The new date and time for the match will be announced soon.”Tributes from fans for the doctor have flooded in on social media.Osasuna president’s statementOsasuna president Luis Sabalza revealed when his side found out about the tragic newsHe said: “We found out when Barcelona informed us.”The first thing we have to do is offer our condolences to the family. We have felt it because we could all be in that situation.”We have not raised any problems at any time.”The clubs have reached an agreement and then it was the referee who thought it was absolutely correct.”I think that is how it should be. Osasuna is just joining in the pain.”Noáin airport is closed and we are returning tomorrow morning, mainly because of that.”One posted: “Condolences to the family and all those mourning.”A second wrote: “Damn, that’s sad.”A third commented: “Rest in peace, thoughts with the family.”A fourth said: “Our condolences to his family and loved ones.”Another added: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Dr. Carles Miñarro Garcia, the first-team doctor. Rest in peace.”Barcelona had named the team for the match with the likes of Erran Torres and Eric Garcia expecting to play.Hansi Flick’s side were looking to gain what could be a vital three points in the race for the title.Barcelona are currently top of the league by one point – ahead of Atletico Madrid.Title rivals Real Madrid put their differences aside as they offered their condolences.A club statement read: “Real Madrid C. F., its President and Board of Directors are deeply saddened by the death of Carles Miñarro García, doctor of F. C. Barcelona.”Real Madrid would like to express its condolences and affection to all his family, his colleagues, F. C. Barcelona and all his loved ones.READ MORE SUN STORIES”May he rest in peace.”Meanwhile, earlier this month Villarreal saw their game against Espanyol postponed due to bad weather.Barcelona players pay tributeBarcelona players took to social media after the game was suspended to pay tribute to the doctor…Pablo Gavi wrote: “Always in our hearts, we will miss you very much.”Pedri posted: “I still can’t believe it. A big hug to Carles’ family and friends.”Gerard Martin said: “Rest in peace Carles, always with us.”Hector Fort shared: “Rest in peace doctor, thank you for everything you have done for us. My deepest condolences to family and friends.”Alejandro Balde commented: “RIP Carles my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones.”Ronald Araujo added: “It’s unbelievable, rest in peace, Doc. Much strength to the family and friends. “May God strengthen their hearts in this difficult time.” More

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      Brentford 0 Aston Villa 1: Ollie Watkins continues epic run of form against former club as Villans close gap on top six

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      ASTON VILLA managed to ditch their post-Champions League problems as Ollie Watkins downed his former club.Unai Emery’s biggest problem this season has been picking up points after their European adventures.Ollie Watkins scored again on his return to BrentfordCredit: APIt was the England man’s 13th league goal of the seasonCredit: GettyHis side had won just once following a European game – back in September when the season was young and tired legs not something anyone was worrying about.And after their biggest night in Europe for decades in Belgium on Tuesday, there would have been concern over another flop in west London.But Watkins, with his sixth goal in six games against his old club Bretford, delivered a moment of clarity in a desperately scrappy affair.The fact that Villa walked away victorious when Emery did not have either Marco Asensio or Emi Martinez due to injury will be even more satisfying.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter an untidy start, which featured some haphazard Villa defending, it was the visitors who carved the first real chances.Jacob Ramsey, starting on the left, cut inside and bent an effort towards the top corner, only for Nathan Collins to glance it behind.Minutes later they were denied again, though more due to Tyrone Mings’ soft close range attempt from a fine Youri Tielemans free-kick.Villa were doing well to prevent Brentford’s usually tenacious forward line from zipping through them.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThrough the entire first half the hosts were reduced to just one pot shot from Keane Lewis-Potter, which was easily gathered by Robin Olsen.Emery’s men, however, were having to work hard for their chances and struggling to take them when they came.Unai Emery still wants improvement from Aston Villa after Club Brugge victory Tielemans made a smart run into the box but the shot was stopped at the near post before his header into the six-yard box was hooked over the bar.Villa emerged with a sense that this game was there to be killed off if they could find the energy.And it was former Bees man Watkins, who had been booed all evening, who got them on their way thanks to some lax defending and shoddy goalkeeping.Ramsey fed the England man down Villa’s left hand side.With no one in a red and white shirt stepping up to try and stop their former teammate, Watkins continued to push forwards and, eventually, rattled a low effort towards goal.The strike was powerful but should have been stopped by Mark Flekken, who instead allowed it to slip between his legs.Watkins, who last year picked out an abusive Bees fan for a row following his goal, opted to celebrate with the Villa fans this time around.Two minutes later he thought there was cause for more celebration, having teed up Morgan Rogers for a second – though it was ruled out for an incredibly tight offside.Brentford would have been dead and buried had that stood, but instead had a chance to fight back and were causing trouble down the left.Though Axel Disasi, the defender on loan from Chelsea, was proving up to the task.The Frenchman celebrated wildly after his challenge stopped Lewis-Potter’s cross after a rapid run to the byline, while he did the same to stop Kevin Schade shortly after.Thomas Frank did, however, have some complaints regarding the defender – who sparked two penalty shouts with challenges on Schade.Neither were given on the pitch and it would have been a surprise to see those decisions overturned.Emery did not feel safe with just a one goal lead and sent Marcus Rashford on to try and make things more comfortable – though he made little impact and Villa were left to hang on.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrentford would not relent, with Lewis-Potter crashing the foot of the post from range.Olsen flew to stop another Schade effort before, after a series of blocks from Villa defenders, Christian Noorgard hooked one wide.Watkins has now scored six goals in six games against the BeesCredit: Reuters More

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      Premier League LIVE RESULTS: Aston Villa BEAT Brentford after Liverpool extend lead at top and Man City lose AGAIN

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      ASTON VILLA have beaten Brentford 1-0 after Ollie Watkins’ decisive strike. Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City kicked off the weekend as the top four rivals clashed in the early game – Callum Hudson-Odoi won the match for the hosts with a late goal.Liverpool found themselves trailing at home to Southampton but completed a second-half turnaround to win 3-1 and extend their lead at the top of the table.Elsewhere, Ipswich’s 2025 struggles continued after a 1-0 defeat at Crystal Palace, and a 98th-minute Joao Pedro penalty secured a 2-1 win for Brighton over Fulham.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Follow all the action from MolineuxA battle at the bottom caps off Saturday’s Premier League action as Wolves host Everton.Copy linkCopiedWat a goalscoring starAston Villa’s Ollie Watkins has now scored six goals across seven Premier League appearances against Brentford – only netting more strikes against Brighton in the competition (7).Only Phil Foden (7) has scored more Premier League goals against the Bees than Watkins.BRENTFORD, ENGLAND – MARCH 08: Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa celebrates after the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Aston Villa FC at Brentford Community Stadium on March 08, 2025 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)Copy linkCopiedMatch stats from the GtechBrentford are the only side across the top four tiers of English football without a home clean sheet this season.They’ve conceded in each of their last 16 league games at the Gtech since a goalless draw with Fulham in May last year.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Brentford 1-0 Aston VillaOllie Watkins is the scourge of Brentford once again!The former Bee netted the only goal as Aston Villa finally followed up their Champions League exploits with a Premier League winThe hosts huffed and puffed in the second half, but ultimately fell to a defeat that sees them seven without a win at the Gtech; from the best home form in Europe to being unable to buy a win in front of their own fans.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa90-3. Ooof! Villa survive another scare!Damsgaard’s corner is flicked on at the near post by Norgaard, and travels right across goal before rolling out for a goalkick. Any touch from a Brentford man would have taken that in.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa90. The board goes up to signal five minutes of additional time.Can Villa hold firm, or are Brentford able to rescue a point?Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa89. Villa are engaging in some epic time wasting now.Cash has already seen yellow for taking an age with a throw-in while Olsen is complaining about a bad back each time he has to do… well… anything.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa85. Watkins is played through one-on-one with Flekken and has the chance to seal the game, but his attempted lob is so telegraphed that it could be charging its readers a subscription to view its articles.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa82. Olsen dives to his left to deny Schade!But still Brentford come forward, and it requires an decisive Disasi clearance to put the ball out of play.A long throw back into the box causes chaos as shot after shot is blocked before Norgaard whistles one wide.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa79. Aston Villa haven’t had an official attempt at goal since Ollie Watkins’ opener half hour ago.Instead, the visitors are having to rely on the ruggedness of Axel Disasi, who has really impressed after an awkward start.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa75. A first change for Brentford.Mathias Jensen is on for Vitaly Janelt as Thomas Frank freshens up his midfield.Fifteen minutes remain.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa71. Keane Lewis-Potter strikes the post!It’s all one-way traffic now, and Brentford go so close to landing an equaliser.Yoane Wissa puts himself about in the box and, when a right wing cross is cleared to the edge of the area, KLP returns it with interest.Robin Olsen is beaten, but the Villa keeper can be thankful to the woodwork for keeping his clean sheet in tact.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jack Rosser at the GtechAston Villa need a second here as things feel a bit frantic at the moment.Emery has turned to Rashford to try and find the goal to double their lead. Brentford have not been at their best but are still posing enough problems for the visitors, who cannot feel safe at the moment.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa68. Marcus Rashford is on for Villa, replacing Jacob Ramsey.The Villa midfielder’s last contribution was to be fouled by Kristoffer Ajer, a challenge that earner the Brentford man a yellow card.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa64. A nervous moment for Axel Disasi, and it’s not his first this evening.In seeing the ball out of play, the on-loan defender slips and clatters into Kevin Schade.The German doesn’t appeal, and that may have worked in the visitors’ favour.Instead, referee Jarred Gillett points for a corner and VAR don’t disagree.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa60. Villa make another change with captain John McGinn making way.Boubacar Kamara, sent off her last season, is on in the midfielder’s place while Tyrone Mings takes the armband.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa56. Brentford have been boosted by that VAR twist.Suddenly they are moving the ball with more zip, and look eager to find an equaliser.Lewis-Potter looks as though he’s found a way in around the back, only to be denied at the last by a thumping Disasi challenge.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa50. Aston Villa think they have two in two minutes!Watkins races through again, cuts back inside and tees up Rogers, who thumps a first-time finish through Flekken.As the visitors celebrate, a couple of Brentford defenders put the offside question to the referee – and VAR are taking a close look at it.It’s the ball through to Watkins that is under the microscope, and after much deliberating and line-drawing, the narrowest of offsides is the call.A reprieve for the Bees!Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-0 Aston Villa49. Ollie Watkins hits back at the Brentford boo-boys once again!The England striker is sent clear on the left and when he cuts back in and strikes, the shot deceives Mark Flekken at his near post.Watkins is a lot less animated than the last time he struck at this stadium, but it is yet another dagger in what was once Brentford’s impressive home form.After their battle in Brugge, Villa are beating the Bees.Copy linkCopiedWho else?!Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-0 Aston Villa46. The second half is underway, and Unai Emery had made a half-time change.Leon Bailey never got going in the first period, and it’s the winger who has been sacrificed in favour of Matty Cash.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jack Rosser at the GtechThis was supposed to be a game between two of the Premier League’s most entertaining sides.Villa have just about been the better side, certainly creating the better chances, but neither side are managing anything too attractive.Emery will want to see Watkins, who is being booed with every touch, finding a bit more space in behind after the break – his impact has been limited so far.Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Brentford 0-0 Aston VillaLittle to write home about.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-0 Aston Villa41. Villa captain John McGinn goes into the book for catching Yoane Wissa with a raised arm.The Scot pleads his innocence but Jarred Gillett isn’t buying it.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 0-0 Aston Villa39. There’s much debate between Lucas Digne and Leon Bailey after Villa win a free-kick 30 yards from goal.Both players want charge of the set-piece and eventually it’s the Jamaican that wins the argument with the full-back throwing his arms up in a huff.As for Bailey’s free-kick? Straight into the wall.Copy linkCopied More

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      Wolves vs Everton LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Wanderers look to steer clear of bottom three

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      WOLVES welcome Everton to Molineux for a huge Premier League clash to cap off today’s action.The Toffees have enjoyed a stunning resurgence under David Moyes and are well clear of the dreaded drop zone.While, Wolves are one of four in the battle for Prem survival and are in need of a huge three points this evening to steer further away from the bottom three.Kick off time: 8pm GMTTV/Stream: Sky Sports Main Event/NOWWolves XI: Sa, Semedo, Doherty, Agbadou, Toti, Ait-Nouri, Andre, Gomes, Munetsi, Bellegarde, Strand LarsenEverton XI: Pickford, O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko, Gana, Garnder, Doucoure, Lindstrom, Harrison, BetoCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below… More

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      Max Fosh tries SHREDDING yellow card after being booked by ex-Premier League ref in Sidemen vs YouTube All Stars clash

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      FORMER Premier League ref Mark Clattenburg had his yellow card hilariously shredded by a booked player in a charity match.Some of the internet’s biggest stars featured in the Sidemen FC vs YouTube Allstars game in front of a sell out crowd at Wembley today.Max Fosh shredded the yellow card given to him by Mark ClattenburgCredit: SidemenAfter a technical problem, his device finally workedIn a chaotic match that ended with 18 goals, there was a brilliant moment in the second half when Allstars defender Max Fosh gave away a penalty for fouling Joe Weller.Referee Clattenburg immediately went to his pocket and booked the comedian with 4.4 million subscribers online.But the 29-year-old hilariously hit back by whipping a mini shredder out of his sock and destroying the yellow card.The stunt did not go quite to plan, however, as the machine initially did not turn on and Fosh chucked it onto the ground in anger.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt seemed to smash the shredder into life and Clattenburg obliged when asked to book him again to complete the joke.Fosh pulled off a similar trick in the Sidemen charity match last year, getting booked by the ref again and instead responded by holding an Uno reverse card aloft.On his shredding mishap, the stand-up comic said: “I’ve been working on that shredder for months. I’ve been testing it every single day.”When I made the challenge, the batteries came out and I heard no whizzing.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I threw it to the ground and it caused the batteries to go back into place, so turns out all you need is an Uno reverse card.”Host Munya Chawawa said: “You pulled it out and it didn’t work, we’ve all been there.”Sidemen 9 YouTube All Stars 9- iShowSpeed scores crucial penalty as AngryGinge spared of last-gasp howlerBut Fosh’s blushes were spared as the Allstars won the game on penalties, with Speed netting the winner. In other hilarious moments in the game, Logan Paul used his WWE skills to floor Weller and goalkeeper Sketch briefly lost his glasses after a save.When he was booked last year, Fosh pulled out an Uno reverse cardCredit: Sidemen More

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      ‘He’s got to go’ – Danny Dyer reveals two clubs he’d let Jarrod Bowen leave West Ham for even if it broke his heart

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      DANNY DYER has revealed the two clubs he would let Jarrod Bowen leave West Ham for.The Hammers star has been a shining light for the club in a below-par season.Danny Dyer has admitted there are two teams he would let Jarrod Bowen joinCredit: GettyBowen is currently the club captain at West HamCredit: RexBowen is engaged to Dyer’s daughter DaniCredit: SplashBowen, 28, has netted seven times and provided four assists in his 23 Premier League appearances this season.It is also the first campaign in which he has been the club captain following the departure of defender Kurt Zouma.The forward’s good form has seen him touted as one of the best in England’s top-flight.But father-in-law to be Dyer believes that there are only two clubs he would let the former Hull City ace join.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe British actor and diehard West Ham fan has not hidden his admiration for Bowen since he started dating his daughter and Love Island star Dani.During an appearance on talkSPORT, he was asked how he would feel if the Conference League winner followed in the footsteps of Declan Rice.Host Andy Goldstein asked: “What about if he left to go to Arsenal, how would you feel?”To which Dyer replied: “Impossible… he’s never going to do that, is he?Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Why would he, what’s in it for him?”Goldstein then changed track as he asked: “Actually, not Arsenal – let’s say Real Madrid came in for him?”Trolls say Dani Dyer isn’t in a ‘genuine’ relationship as she makes shock admission about home life with Jarrod BowenThe suggestion of the serial Champions League winners was enough for Dyer to admit that Bowen would “have to go”.He said: “Real Madrid? Well then he’s got to go, hasn’t he? Real Madrid, yeah, for sure.”Real Madrid was not the only team that Dyer admitted that he would accept.Darren Bent chipped in and suggested current Premier League champions Manchester City.To which Dyer admitted that he would be happy for Bowen to make the transfer, but insisted that it would “hurt”. He said: “City? Listen, it’s his career.”I wouldn’t mind City, I’d suffer that – it would hurt, I’m not going to lie it would hurt me, but he’s a grown man, he makes his own decisions.”Obviously it would hurt, but of course, I’d be over the moon for him.”Bowen’s future is currently cemented in East London having signed a contract extension in October 2023 that will run until 2030.This season has seen him hit his 50th Premier League goal for the Hammers since joining the club from Hull in January 2020.Dyer has previously suggested that he would not swap Bowen for anyone in world football.He told GOAL: “Father of my grandchildren, I can’t tell you how that makes me feel.”West Ham is my one true love and to have the captain part of my family, my blood now… He’s f***ing brilliant. He’s our man.”The fact he broke his foot the other week, was out for six weeks, comes back and scores against Chelsea. Gets the ball, slips it round, we were unlucky that game. Build a statue now for the man.”To score the winning goal in a European final, in the 92nd minute, when he’s one on one he scores.”He’s already a legend. He will be our all-time top scorer.”I wouldn’t swap Bowen for f*cking anyone. He’s very underrated. In my eyes he’s as good as [Bukayo] Saka, if not better. Does the same s***.”I know Arsenal fans will say ‘what are you talking about’. The geezer’s got it all.”And he can play No.9, you can’t put Saka No.9, he’ll get lost. Jarrod is a class above everybody.READ MORE SUN STORIES”He’s grassroots, came through, he’s done it all. The geezer never stops working.”Bowen and Dani started dating in October 2021 and they now have 22-month-old twin daughters Summer and Star.Bowen’s career so farHere is a look at Jarrod Bowen’s career so far…Club career:Hereford United, 2014Apps: 8Goals: 1Assists: 1Hull City, 2014-2020Apps: 131Goals: 54Assists: 14 West Ham United, 2020-presentApps: 227Goals: 68Assists: 43International career:England, 2022-presentCaps: 14Goals: 1Honours:Europa Conference League x1 More

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      Sidemen ratings vs YouTube All Stars: ‘Woeful’ xQc gets just 1/10 score as Joe Weller oozes class on Wembley pitch

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      SIDEMEN FC were beaten on penalties by iShowSpeed and the YouTube All stars in what was a match for the ages in the sunshine at Wembley. The star-studded teams saw a closely contested game which finished 9-9 as the full-time whistle sounded after 90 minutes.Joe Weller starred for the Sidemen FC teamCredit: YouTube @SidemenGoalkeeper xQc left much to be desiredCredit: YouTube @SidemenSo many incredible moments still came for the Sidemen, however, with Zerkaa scoring his first Charity Match goal, Joe Weller and Logan Paul performing an incredible WWE celebration, and a host of fantastic moments from the world’s most iconic YouTube group. This is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the players…xQc – 1To be honest, was utterly woeful in the last Sidemen Charity Match, and pretty bad in this one too – but still better than Cal The Dragon.Saved a penalty from Mr Beast to give him some props, but that was about it.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLVikkstar123 – 5It was an understated performance from the 123 at right-back for Sidemen FC, as he proved to be a dependable and solid little right back in this one. He’s taken the headlines and glory in previous renditions of the game, but has evolved his game into a defensive role over the years it seems. Came so close to grabbing a goal too, but missed when it mattered most. KSI – 6After a STINKER of a showing in Qatar at the Match For Hope, he put in a good display which included a crucial last-ditch tackle on Niko Omilana. Most read in FootballGets bonus points for a class half-time showing of his song ‘Thick of it’ which kept the fans entertained. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWroetoshaw – 6Solid at the back for his side with some vital tackles at key moments, one in particular to deny Theo Baker from being more unbearable than he already will be after his incredible performance. Hit the post with what would’ve been a fine finish in the second half.Logan Paul ‘supplexes’ Joe Weller with WWE-style celebration during Sidemen v YouTube All Stars match at WembleyWroetoshaw gave away a penalty in the first halfCredit: YouTube @SidemenKSI improved from his showing in the Match for HopeCredit: YouTube @SidemenJME – 5Had a tough day at the office against Speed as he occupied the left-back position for Sidemen FC, but managed to add a “SERIOUS” assist to his repertoire. The best left-back on the pitch and showed some quick feet when he was driving forward with the ball. The chemistry between him and Tobi was evident and only got better as the game went on.TBJZL – 7Shook off his Match For Hope injury in time for this game, and put in a brilliant performance on the right hand side for Sidemen FC, bagging a goal from just inside the box after a defensive mix-up. You can tell he’s one of the more talented YouTubers out there. with his clean passing and dribbling skills setting him apart from the rest.Behzinga – 8Behzinga was one of the impressive performers for SidemenCredit: YouTube @SidemenDidn’t have too many touches in the first half, but came out in full force in the second. Behz has been playing regular Sunday League footy for a while now, and that seems to have paid off as he was solid on the ball and off of it in this one.Bagged a goal and assist in a superb all-round Wembley display.Logan Paul – 8Logan Paul was an engine in midfieldCredit: YouTube @SidemenHis sensational celebration with Joe Weller in the first half will take most of the attention from what was an otherwise pretty good midfield showing. He was everywhere and the engine in the Sidemen midfield; closing down, making passes and doing the simple things well throughout. Even added a brilliant second-half header to his fantastic performance. Joe Weller – 9 Opened the scoring from the penalty spot with a calmly dispatched spot kick before pulling off an UNREAL WWE celebration with Logan Paul which had clearly been very well rehearsed. Joe was the Sidemen’s answer to Theo Baker on the day, with some tasty finishes and all-round good play.Zerkaa – 5Was on the hunt for his first ever Charity Match goal and came within inches of getting after a majestic headed touch and volley after about 20 minutes. It looked as though it wasn’t gonna be his day before he superbly dispatched a penalty into the left hand side of the goal sending Wembley stadium into raptures! Miniminter – 8Miniminter missed the first spotkick of the shootoutCredit: YouTube @SidemenClawed one back for his side from outside the box as well as generally being one of the better players on the pitch. Often looked for Zerkaa to try and help his mate score his first Charity Match goal, but would’ve perhaps been better off going for goal himself at times. SUBS: Mark Rober – 5It was a pretty quiet first half from Mark in this one, as he failed to really stamp any authority on the game. Much the same in the second 45, though he scored his pen in the shoot-out at least.Lazarbeam – 5Quiet, didn’t do much of note. WillNE – 6Made a crucial block in the second half which won’t get as much credit as it deserves. Struggled a bit other than that at right back, but who cares about conceding goals?George Clarke – 8Wembley Stadium’s sweetheart had captured the love of the fans before he even stepped on the pitch to rapturous applause. Attempted a rocket from distance which got the crowd going, but it flew over the crossbar in the first half. He did get a well-deserved goal at the death, which it looked like would be the winner, only for Theo Baker to crush his dreams of being the star.Gets a bonus point for being the most handsome man on the pitch.JasonTheWeen – 2His only notable highlight was an attempted volley which he probably saw flying into the top corner, which actually flew out of bounds on the near side of the pitch for a throw-in…Manny – 7His tekkers and general ability were clear as soon as he came on the field. A few really clever touches set him apart from your average player, and he clearly has the talent of someone able to play at a much better level than this. READ MORE SUN STORIESScored a lovely goal into the top right corner too. Randolph – 5Didn’t play many minutes, but was solid in those he did play.  More

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      YouTube All Stars player ratings vs Sidemen: Theo Baker the Wembley hat-trick hero… but Niko Omilana not a target man

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      YOUTUBE ALLSTARS saw through a dramatic penalty shoot-out win thanks to an incredible goalkeeping performance, a Theo Baker hat-trick and spot-kick brilliance from iShowSpeed.The star-studded sides saw a closely contested game finish 9-9 as the full-time whistle sounded after 90 minutes, which saw it all come down to dreaded penalties.Theo Baker scored a hat-trickCredit: Youtube @sidemenAngryGinge was solid in the defenseCredit: Youtube @sidemenSpeed will undoubtedly take the headlines, but man-of-the-match worthy performances from Theo Baker and Sketch contributed massively to the side in red that lifted the trophy when all was said and done.This is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the players…Sketch – 9What’s up brother? Sketch’s stocks that’s what.Genuinely the best goalkeeping performance you will see from someone conceding NINE goals probably ever.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLooked noticeably small in goal for the YouTube Allstars which was perfectly shown as Miniminter slammed one past him from outside the box (into the middle of the goal), but also made some HUGE saves to keep his side in the lead.Made an UNREAL save in the penalty shoot-out to deny Miniminter again in a performance that was Sketch-y at times but overall quite impressive.Mr Beast – 3Couldn’t score from the spot early on as his penalty was saved by xQc, and apart from that it was a pretty quiet showing from the biggest YouTuber on the planet.Angry Ginge – 9Just as he was in Qatar, absolutely rock solid at the back for YouTube All Stars.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSComposed on the ball, tough in the tackles and like a ginger (and not bald) Jaap Stam in the air.But that’s not all, he passed out the back with ease and his long balls were often the catalyst for YouTube All Stars to move forward.Max Fosh tries SHREDDING yellow card after being booked by ex-Premier League ref in Sidemen vs YouTube All Stars clashHe even showed his attacking prowess as he neatly finished off a chance to get himself on the scoresheet.Sublime.Max Fosh – 5NINTCHDBPICT000978281264Credit: Youtube @sidemenThe highlight of his day was getting a yellow card and then SHREDDING it in front of the referee.Didn’t do much on the football side of things, but as an entertainer he was top tier.Fanum – 5It’s a big ask being up against Miniminter in a charity match, with the bloke practically living and breathing futbol.That said, he actually did a pretty good job.Didn’t quite have it in him to bomb up and down the pitch, but as was defensively alright.IShowSpeed – 10Speed got himself on the scoresheetCredit: Youtube @sidemenHE FINALLY SCORED A GOAL!It might have been a penalty but he showed some electric pace and skill throughout the match. More often than not, he cannot add the finishing touch to his play, maybe some more tips from Thierry Henry can help him with that.Bagged a fantastic pair of assists too for Lachlan and then Kai Cenat using his unbearable pace on the right-hand-side.Topped off his incredible performance with the winning penalty in the shoot-out.Chunkz – 8Chunkz was always a threat going forwardCredit: Youtube @sidemenShowed some great moments of hold-up play in attack for the YouTube AllStars, using his quick feet and intelligence to get the better of the Sidemen defenders.It was a selfless performance from one of the planet’s great entertainers, who often looked to set up his teammates for a special moment rather than looking for glory himself, bagging an assist.The legendary entertainer was able to get himself on the scoresheet before full-time, with a simple finish into the bottom left corner.ChrisMD – 9Proved that he IS in fact a free-kick king with the goal to make it 1-1 – we wouldn’t quite say he’s at Premier League level, or better than most professionals, but he’s pretty good at them.Kai Cenat – 6Smashed home brilliantly into the roof of the net in the second half after some great work by Speed down the right.He was quiet for large spells of the game, but showed up when it mattered.Niko Omilana – 4Niko Omilana struggled upfrontCredit: Youtube @sidemenMissed an absolute SITTER to put his side in the lead with the score at 1-1, and could not finish his dinner on the day.To give him his credit, he went for some pretty audacious shots at times, noticeably coming close with a Garnacho-esque bicycle kick in the latter stages.Might make a better Prime Minister than target man.Theo Baker – 10Hat-trick hero at Wembley!Rose highest from a Chris MD corner to put his side in the lead and make it 2-1, while generally looking a class above most players on the pitch.Slammed home a lovely finish to add a fourth to his sides tally, and xQc had no answer to his ruthless finishing on the day.Rounded off his performance with an equaliser at the death which saw him bag his hat-trick!A fantastic role model for aspiring, balding, young footballers out there.SUBS:Danny Aarons – 6Solid in the right-back position for YouTube All stars and showed some silky footwork at the back for the Reds.Often looked to play forward out of the back, and seems to have formed a great partnership with fellow defender Angry Ginge.CarryMinati – 4It was a quiet day at the office for CarryMinati, who certainly didn’t carry his team by any means.To be honest I couldn’t name you one thing he did badly… or well.Deji – 4Played in diving goggles which certainly set him apart from the rest of the players in this game.Unfortunately, that was about the only thing that made him stand out, as he was otherwise quiet in midfield.Jynxzi – 5Much like CarryMinati, was pretty quiet in this one and failed to establish any sort of authority on the game.Lachlan – 6Scored the goal which put his side into a 3-1 lead, but in all honesty it said more about the goalkeeping than it did about the finish.Nonetheless, they all count!StableRonaldo – 5Wasn’t sure what to expect from him, and after watching him for 90 minutes I’m still not really sure.READ MORE SUN STORIESCertainly nothing like R9 Ronaldo or Cristiano Ronaldo, that’s for sure.Callux – 4A huge first-half tackle on Speed earns him a bit of credit, but aside from that it was a quiet showing, there are NoTwoWays about that. 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