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      Ian Wright’s touching £1,700 gesture to injured women’s football star revealed after Eni Aluko criticised Arsenal legend

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      FORMER Arsenal striker Ian Wright continues to prove that he is just as much of a legend off the pitch as he was on it.The 61-year-old has been a huge advocate for women’s football over the years.Ian Wright is paying £1,700 out of his own pocket for a player’s ACL injury rehabCredit: GettyKayleigh McDonald has thanked Wright for his generosityCredit: GettyAnd last April, he showed just how much he cared with an incredible gesture to a player who had suffered a potentially career-jeopardising injury.After Stoke City defender Kayleigh McDonald suffered a ruptured ACL during a match against Burnley, she was forced to set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds when the club refused to pay for surgery.Stoke eventually backtracked – largely thanks to Wright, it has been revealed.The Telegraph has revealed that he paid for a sports lawyer to advocate for McDonald. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd when the club pulled funding for her rehab at the end of last year, Wright started paying for it out of his own pocket.The defender has revealed that her rehab costs around £1,700-a-month.McDonald has insisted that Wright deserves more recognition for his kind gesture.She told Telegraph Sport: “I wouldn’t be in a great place mentally if it wasn’t for Ian Wright.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEni Aluko has criticised Wright for ‘blocking’ opportunities for women in football broadcastingCredit: Getty”I would probably still be waiting for my surgery if it wasn’t for him.”For him to do this for me, someone he didn’t know, I think there should be more of a spotlight shone on him.”Emotional Man Utd icon Roy Keane is visibly moved by Ian Wright interview News of the Arsenal legend’s incredible generosity comes after he was criticised by former England Lioness Eni Aluko for “blocking” opportunities for women in football broadcasting.Speaking on Radio 4 Woman’s Hour earlier this week, she said: “I’ve worked with Ian a long time and, you know, I think he’s a brilliant broadcaster, but I think he’s aware of just how much he’s doing in the women’s game. I think he should be aware of that.”The fact of the matter is, there is a limited amount of spaces available.”If we had a situation where there was an equal opportunity in the men’s game for broadcasters and coaches that there is in the women’s game, it’s a free for all.”But that’s not the case. I can’t dominate the men’s game in the way that, you know, you used Ian as an example.”When asked to clarify if she thought it was wrong for Wright to be at the forefront of women’s football coverage, Aluko added: “I don’t know about wrong, but I think we need to be conscious and we need to make sure that women are not being blocked from having a pathway into broadcasting in the women’s game.”It’s still new, it’s still growing. There’s a finite amount of opportunities and I think that men need to be aware of that.”Men need to be aware that, you know, you’re in a growing sport, a growing sport for women, and we haven’t always had these opportunities, and so it’s about the awareness and supporting other women through that pathway.”Wright has continued to back the growth of women’s football in recent years.In 2023, he teamed up with Barclays to help create the Ian Wright Coaching Fund – an initiative created to increase the number of female coaches at grass-roots level.He made a £15,000 donation and paid for 664 female coaches to attend their Level One training course.And in 2022, following England’s European Championship semi-final win over Sweden, he insisted that all girls should have the opportunity to play football at school.Wright said: “Whatever happens in the final now, if girls are not allowed to play football in their PE, just like the boys can, what are we doing?Read More on The Sun”We have to make sure they are able to play and get the opportunity to do so.”The former Arsenal striker started a women’s football podcast with Manchester City legend Steph Houghton last year and regularly features on ITV’s coverage of the Lionesses.McDonald was forced to set up a GoFundMe page when Stoke initially refused to pay for surgeryCredit: X @Kayleigh_McxWright is now paying £1,700 a month for her rehabCredit: X @Kayleigh_McxWOMEN’S FOOTBALL needs more people like Ian Wright.In a world where the “nobody cares” narrative is still all too common, the Arsenal legend remains a huge advocate for the sport both on and off our TV screens.So I was quite surprised to see that former England Lioness Eni Aluko had criticised him earlier this week for “dominating” punditry in women’s football.When it comes to women in football, it would be difficult to find anyone more supportive than Ian Wright.The much-loved former England star has invested both time and money in building up the game.And he is not just doing the bare minimum.From supporting a semi-pro player throughout her recovery from a severe ACL injury to helping hundreds of women earn their Level One coaching qualification, he cares.The question is – why would someone who cares so much be “blocking” opportunities for others?Having followed the game for so long, Wright clearly knows what he is talking about.If you ask me, that’s surely the No1 priority when it comes to hiring a pundit.What does it matter if he’s not a woman?Last year, the ITV pundit started a new women’s football podcast called ‘Crossways’ with Manchester City legend Steph Houghton.The insight that he and Houghton give is fascinating and fresh, a unique perspective on the WSL and international football.Speaking of England’s top tier, it would be fair to say that coverage is dominated by women as it is.The likes of Houghton, Ellen White, Anita Asante, Izzy Christiansen, Karen Carney, Jen Beattie and Courtney Sweetman-Kirk feature on coverage across the BBC and Sky Sports.Meanwhile, Wright only covers England games as a pundit for ITV Sport.His involvement is certainly not “blocking” opportunities for women.It’s a great thing that one of the most universally beloved figures in English football is an advocate for the sport.We’re lucky to have him. 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      Chris Eubank Jr’s promoter teases stunning Conor Benn rematch at Old Trafford over 30 years after dads’ famous fight

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn could follow in their fathers’ footsteps again with a rematch at Old Trafford.The born rivals renew their family feud for a massive middleweight grudge match at Tottenham’s 60,000-plus seater stadium on Saturday. Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn drew at Old TraffordCredit: GettyEubank Jr and Conor Benn fight at Spurs’ stadiumCredit: GETTYIt comes 35 years after Eubank Sr defeated Nigel Benn before they controversially drew at Manchester United’s ground three years later. The sons already have a rematch clause agreed – and Eubank Jr’s promoter Ben Shalom warned not to rule out another family outing to Manchester. Shalom told SunSport: “I think this fight was a London fight, it’s so big.”It’s got an international feel, you have people flying in from all over the world.READ MORE IN BOXING”This is a big event, but the rematch at Old Trafford sounds good to me.”Eubank Jr, 35, and Benn, 28, were first set to fight in a 157lb catchweight clash in October 2022. But the bout was pulled with just days to go after it emerged Benn had failed two drug tests for clomiphene – known to boost testosterone. The unbeaten welterweight protested his innocence and took his career to America amid his drugs scandal. Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe won twice at the light-middleweight limit before his provisional UK Anti-Doping ban was lifted – freeing him to fight in Britain again. But this time around Eubank made no exceptions at the weight – baring a 10lb hydration clause – as Shalom negotiated a middleweight fight. It is disgraceful! Eubank Sr | Eubank Jr V Benn: No Glove Lost fight previewHe said: “It should have never been at 157. It was irresponsible for everyone involved that we asked Chris Eubank Jr to get 157.”I almost can’t believe it now knowing and working with Chris and seeing what his weight’s like, 160 is a push.”Yeah, absolutely crazy that that was ever agreed to but we’re here now. He’ll make the weight and he’ll be ready to go.”Nearly 20 MILLION viewers tuned in to watch Eubank Sr and Benn fight to a controversial draw three decades ago. And it brings two different generations of fans to the pay-per-view spin-off in North London – where family bragging rights again go on the line. Shalom added: “Both fighters wanted it. It made sense. The license had been sorted out.Read More on The Sun”And the thing for Chris, it’s just a perfect fight to make him even a bigger star and that’s what Saturday night’s all about. “It’s about Chris Eubank Jr putting on a a huge statement.” More

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      Who is Chris Eubank Jr’s trainer and corner team?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR will take on Conor Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium THIS WEEKEND!The 35-year family feud adds another chapter on Saturday, April 26, as Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn’s legacy has a third fight.Chris Eubank Jr is set to fight Conor Benn on Saturday, April 26Credit: GettyChris Eubank Sr (right) will not be in his son’s corner for the fightCredit: GettyEubank Sr and Benn fought twice in the 90s, with Eubank Sr scoring the win with a ninth round stoppage in the first bout, with the second bout ending in a controversial draw.Eubank Jr and Conor Benn now clash for the first time, three years after their original date was cancelled.Benn was banned from boxing days before the original clash, but now the family feud is set for a third clash.The Eubanks currently hold bragging rights, with Chris Eubank Jr looking to join his father in beating a Benn.Read more Eubank Jr vs BennWho is Chris Eubank Jr’s trainer?Johnathon BanksBanks is an American boxing trainer from Michigan, and a former professional boxer himself.During his boxing career, Banks fought 33 times, won 29 and scored 19 of those victories by KO.He lost three times and drew once. Most read in BoxingHe has previously trained Wladimir Klitschko, and works with other big names like Badou Jack and Gennady Golovkin. Chris Eubank Jr has been training with Banks since 2024.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWho is in Chris Eubank Jr’s corner?Ronnie DaviesDavies is a former boxer, who had an in-ring career between 1965 and 1970.During his career, Davies had a record of 12-6-2.The former fighter has spoken before the fight, saying Eubank Jr will be “too fast, too hard, too clever” for Conor Benn.When is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Coverage of the card starts at 5pm, with ring walks expected to take place from around 10pm.The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host to a massive night of boxing.How can I watch Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and is there a live stream?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will have coverage on both on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The event is pay-per-view and will cost £19.95.The card can be streamed on Sky GO and the DAZN website to paying customers.SunSport will also live blog all the action as it happens.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn full card More

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      Meet Chris Eubank Jr’s family including sister who dates Conor Benn’s promoter and fellow boxing star cousin

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn will finally end their long-standing feud on Saturday night.The boxing superstars will go toe-to-toe at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in one of the most-eagerly-anticipated fights in recent history, following in their dads’ footsteps.Chris Eubank Jr is set to go toe-to-toe with Conor Benn in the ring on SaturdayCredit: GettyEubank Jr is part of a huge boxing familyCredit: RexThe fight is not without its controversy though, with Eubank Jr’s own family concerned about his weight cutting to reach the 11st 6lb middleweight cap.Boxing legend dad Chris Eubank Sr lost his own brother, Simon, in 2023 and claimed boxing “killed him”.Eubank Jr’s cousin Harlem – son of Stephen and Chris Sr’s nephew – is also a boxer.SunSport takes a look at the Eubank family tree… including his sister who dates Benn’s promoter in a test of loyalties come Saturday.READ MORE SPORT STORIESChris Eubank Sr – DadOne of the most recognisable people in boxing, Eubank, 58, enjoyed a 13-year professional career in which he held the world middleweight and super-middleweight titles between 1990 and 1995.BoxRec even rank him as the third-best British super-middleweight boxer of all time, retiring with a record of 45-5-2 after three straight defeats to end his career.Eubank fought Nigel Benn – Conor’s dad – twice, winning the first and drawing the second.The controversial former pugilist has a strained relationship with son, with Jr splitting from his dad to take control of his own career.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEubank Jr recently spoke on Piers Morgan Uncensored, revealing: “It got to a stage where I needed to step out of the shadow completely. It’s a big shadow.“I realised I have to separate myself from this huge character that’s always next to me.’My brother lost his life from boxing’ – Chris Eubank Sr’s emotional fight vs Conor Benn brawl fuelled by tragic deathChris Eubank Sr famously fought Nigel Benn twice in their pompCredit: GettyEubank Sr won their first fight in 1990, with the second match drawnCredit: Getty“He’s different. His father kind of let him do his own thing; jump in and sink or swim.“My old man was always next to me. I got to a stage where I decided that I needed to walk my own path.“He was not happy with that decision. He needs to be able to get over whatever demons he’s fighting.“I still hope he’s there on the night, just like [Benn’s] old man will be.”I hope and I pray that he is [at the Benn fight], and I will do things to try and get him there.”Eubank Sr has endured some other controversial moments in his life, including being involved in a fatal collision after losing control of his car in 1992.He was convicted of driving without due care and attention and fined, while handed six penalty points.In 2005, he was convicted of driving a beer lorry without consent after claiming it was an obstruction.And in 2021, he was prosecuted after being filmed driving through a red light.Eubank Sr was married to Karron, Chris Jr’s mum, between 1990 and 2005, before marrying his manager Claire Geary in 2014.The pair divorced in 2017.Eubank Jr and his dad have endured a strained relationship in recent yearsCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdEubank Sr married his manager Claire Geary, his second wifeCredit: Getty – ContributorEubank Sr was previously married to Karron, Jr’s motherCredit: PA:Press AssociationSebastian Eubank – BrotherFollowing in his father’s footsteps, Sebastian also took up boxing, but tragically passed away in 2021 aged just 29.His widow, Salma Abdelati, later revealed he suffered a “massive heart attack”, caused by a pre-existing condition the family were unaware of.At the time, Jr shared a touching message on Instagram – complete with pics of of him with his younger sibling – saying: “My brother was a special man… a righteous man… who always put others before himself.”A man of many talents, boxing, MMA, poetry, music, coaching, cooking the list goes on but the most important thing to him was helping others less fortunate than himself & that’s what I admired most about him.”I haven’t cried since I was 12 years old… yesterday I cried the whole day. I’m sorry I wasn’t there to watch your back like a big brother’s supposed to.”Can’t believe you’re really gone man but you’ll always be in my heart, mind & spirit & now your legacy will live on through your beautiful new born son & I will treat him like my own.”Sebastian’s death hit the Eubank family hard and Jr admitted it had only further pushed him and his dad apart.Jr claimed: “With my brother passing away, that affected him in a deep way — affected all of us — mental health is a real thing.“That incident, coupled with the fact that we were already not seeing eye to eye, destroyed a large part of the relationship and it still hasn’t recovered.”Eubank Jr’s brother Sebastian tragically passed away in 2021Credit: Instagram @chriseubankjrEubank Jr admitted his brother’s death only added to the strain on his relationship with his dadCredit: Instagram @chriseubankjrEubank Jr paid tribute to his late brother following his deathCredit: Instagram @chriseubankjrEmily Eubank – SisterThe 31 year old is somewhat controversially in a relationship with Frank Smith – CEO of Matchroom and, therefore, Benn’s promoter.The couple have officially been together since November 2016 having met a year earlier at Chris Jr’s fight with Tony Jeter.So, ahead of this fight, Emily will certainly have split loyalties.Smith even admitted she once called him an “a**hole” and revealed he has to be careful what he says on the phone.He told The George Groves Boxing Club podcast: “‘I know the Eubank character from Emily so I know the way they are and I’ve spent a lot of time with Conor since he’s turned pro.”And trying to get the fight over the line was the point where I probably got in the most trouble.”I had to say things I’d say any other time, but obviously my missus is next door listening to me calling me an a**hole.”Sometimes I have to say ‘wait a minute I’ve just got to leave the room’ or be like ‘right, Emily’s in the car so I can’t talk yet.'”This is a fight that obviously means so much because of the history, but for me I’m probably a bit too close to it to be honest.”Emily Eubank is in a relationship with Conor Benn’s promoter, Frank SmithCredit: Instagram @franksmithThe couple have been together since 2016 with Smith admitting he has to be careful what he saysCredit: Instagram @franksmithSimon Eubank – UncleChris Sr’s brother, Simon, was also a professional boxer – although managed just seven wins and 20 defeats in his career.He was a super-welterweight who enjoyed a good start to his time in the ring, winning four of his first five fights, before going on a run of just one win in 13 across three years.He tragically passed away aged 61 in September 2023.Ahead of Saturday’s fight, Chris Sr told SunSport: “I don’t want my son getting down to 160lbs. And that is why I have spoken about people trying to murder my boy by boiling him down to 157lbs.“Trying to boil my son down to 157lbs a few years ago, would have killed him.“You might think the word ‘killed’ is a bit strong but my brother is dead from boxing. “He lost his life from boxing, with frontal lobe dementia.”Simon Eubank was Chris Sr’s borther, and tragically passed away in 2023Credit: Instagram @harlemeubankEubank Sr blames boxing for his brother’s deathCredit: InstagramAt the time of his death, Chris Sr told SunSport: “Simon had been living locked in his own body for the last two years. To see someone spasming all the time they’re awake for a year and a half is soul-destroying.“He was in a specialist care home. There was a tremendous pressure for his family and I just think of what he would have had to manage, going through that and not being able to move in his own body.“My brother always showed me love, he always protected me.“Simon saved my life once. He is the one who truly loved me and that is why I recited Corinthians 1:13 at his funeral.“It talks about how love is the most powerful of all things, and I recited that for him and for what he did for me.“In many respects, it is mercy that he has left us. He is truly at rest now.Harlem Eubank – CousinCompeting in the welterweight division, Chris Jr’s cousin Harlem, 31, is the latest in an ever-growing line from the famous boxing family.Harlem was a Brighton & Hove Albion FC academy prospect and a karate world champion, who avoided boxing for the first 18 years of his life because of the burden that comes with following in famous footsteps.But now the deep-thinking fighter concedes it was probably a pre-written path for him.In 2017, he told the Brighton Argus: “Having the name has always put more pressure on from the beginning.”Everyone wants to fight the hardest against you and everyone wants to beat you which just makes every fight tougher.”That is a good thing, though, because you get the best of every opponent so it is improving your game.”Harlem Eubank is a pro boxer in his own right with a stunning 21-0 recordCredit: GettyHarlem is unbeaten in the welterweight division and currently holds the IBF Inter-Continental welterweight titleCredit: RexHarlem now boasts an impressive, unbeaten 21-0 record – most-recently beating Tyrone McKenna in Brighton to win the IBF Inter-Continental welterweight title.And he’s backing his cousin to beat Benn on Saturday, telling SunSport: “[Benn] comes out with a ferocious mentality to the early rounds but gets caught as well.“I don’t think he has looked the same, or shown the same ferocity or intention, that he showed in the fights before.Read More on The Sun“Whoever is looking is going to see that.“And I am sure Chris has taken the same view as everyone looking on.”Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the info More

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      Former European semi-finalists declared bankrupt and immediately thrown out of league

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      A FOOTBALL club has been declared bankrupt – with all players released immediately despite offering to play for free.Fourth-tier German side KFC Uerdingen will not be able to finish the 2024/25 season.KFC Uerdingen will no longer be able to complete the remainder of the season after being declared bankrupcyCredit: GettyOn Tuesday, an insolvency administrator ordered the immediate suspension of play.Thomas Ellrich declared that operations must be ceased so that players can apply for benefits.The administrator said: “At the same time, all players have been released from their duties as of today so they can apply for appropriate benefits from the employment agency.”Therefore, there will be no further matches until the end of the season.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe non-profit status of Uerdingen was revoked by tax authorities “some time ago” unbeknownst to the administrators.Club officials have therefore been unable to pay staff and players.They also cannot accept volunteers in a blow to any hopes of keeping the club running.Ellrich continued: “The revocation of non-profit status means that fewer, if any, donations of money and goods can be expected in the future.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Furthermore, it would make employing volunteers considerably more difficult.”The significant funds recently provided by supporters have since been exhausted, and no new payments are expected.”Angry Premier League flop says ‘I’ll probably get biggest fine in Bundesliga history’ as he swears in live TV interviewAs a result of the bankruptcy, KFC Uerdingen has been immediately relegated from the Regionalliga.However, the club plan to take legal action.KFC consultant Mehmet Eser was left shocked by the decision and told German outlet Kicker: “After the team learned that the season was being suspended, the players agreed to forgo their salaries until the end of the season and play for KFC Uerdingen for free.”Eser has also agreed to personally cover the cost of every league match until the end of the season.Uerdingen formerly played in the Bundesliga and enjoyed plenty of success in the 1980s.The German minnows reached the Cup Winners Cup semi-final in 1986, where they faced Atletico Madrid. More

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      ‘I already mentioned that twice’ – Mikel Arteta takes issue with reporter’s question as Arsenal title hopes all but end

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      MIKEL ARTETA was left exasperated after Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace last night.The Gunners twice surrendered leads to Oliver Glasner’s side, with Jean-Philippe Mateta making it 2-2 with a brilliant strike late on.Mikel Arteta was interviewed by the BBC after last night’s matchCredit: BBCArsenal slipped to a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace at the EmiratesCredit: GettyArsenal’s latest slip-up means that Liverpool require just one point from their remaining five matches to become Premier League champions.After the match, Arteta was interviewed by the BBC.When it was pointed out that Arsenal had made “uncharacteristic errors” leading to Palace’s second equaliser, the Spaniard said: “Yes, unfortunately yes.”Arteta, 43, was then asked if he gave Palace credit for their approach to the match.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSThe Gunners boss responded curtly: “I already mentioned that twice, yes.”With the Premier League title now gone, Arsenal’s season rests on the Champions League.The Londoners will host Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their semi-final next Tuesday.Arsenal will remain without long-term absentees Gabriel, Kai Havertz, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Gabriel Jesus for the tie.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFor last night’s match, inexperienced quartet Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, Jimi Gower, Jack Henry-Francis and Ismeal Kabia were all named on the bench.Asked if the rest of his players had come through the game unscathed, Arteta added: “I don’t know, I haven’t spoken to a doctor so we will have to wait and see.”Mikel Arteta accidentally photobombs Sky Sports report as he takes Arsenal dog Win for a walkBukayo Saka featured as a substitute against the Eagles.The England winger, 23, was the subject of a heavy challenge against Ipswich last weekend which saw full-back Leif Davis sent off.Arsenal ratings vs Crystal PalaceARSENAL delayed Liverpool’s inevitable title celebrations but not in the way they’d have wantedThe Gunners only just managed to hold up the Reds’ coronation with a lacklustre draw at home to Crystal Palace.Jakub Kiwior got the Gunners off to the perfect start but Eberechi Eze brilliantly volleyed home the equaliser for the Eagles.Ex-Brighton star Leandro Trossard netted a goal he would have particularly enjoyed against the Seagulls’ M23 rivals.But it was not enough for Arsenal to win the game thanks to William Saliba dallying on the ball.Jean-Philippe Mateta took full advantage of the mistake to chip David Raya and earn Oliver Glasner’s men a deserved point.Here’s how SunSport’s Jordan Davies rated the Gunners on a forgettable evening. More

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      Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton: Start time, TV channel, live stream as CBS looks to rebuild after losing title

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      CHRIS BILLAM-SMITH is back in action as he looks to work his way back into title contention.CBS faces American KO artist Brandon Glanton in his first fight since losing his cruiserweight world title against Gilberto Ramirez in November.Chris Billam-Smith is looking to bounce back after losing his title to Gilberto RamirezCredit: GettyThe fight will be on the undercard of the grudge match between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn.The cruiserweight clash between Billam-Smith and Glanton is expected to be a cracker with CBS looking to get back to winning ways and pack on a world title path.Both fighters have identical records with 20-2 but Brandon Glanton has managed 17 KOs to Billam-Smith’s 13.CBS is the heavy favourite for the fight with Glanton’s suffering two defeats in his last four.Read more Eubank Jr vs BennChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWhen is Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton?CBS vs Glanton takes takes place on the undercard of Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn on Saturday, April 26.The card will start from 5pm BST.Ring walks for this fight are yet to be announced but are expected to be at around 8pm BST.The huge card will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.What TV channel is Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton and can it be live streamed?The event will be available to purchase on both Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The pay-per-view price has been set at £19.95.As well as being available to buy on TV, the event will be streamed on SkyGO and DAZN’s website to paying customers.SunSport will also LIVE blog every round of the card as it happens.Full card More

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      Liverpool fans work out where guard of honour could be with Steven Gerrard humiliation in line to be avenged a decade on

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      LIVERPOOL fans have worked out that Chelsea will likely give them a guard of honour, should their side clinch the title this Sunday.Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace last night moved Arne Slot’s Reds to within one point of the Premier League title.Liverpool edged closer to the title by beating Leicester last weekendCredit: GettyArsenal faltered again by drawing 2-2 with Crystal Palace last nightCredit: GettyThe Anfield side will host Tottenham Hotspur this Sunday and would win the title with just a draw against Ange Postecoglou’s men.In the Premier League, it is customary for the new champions’ next opponents to give them a guard of honour as they walk onto the pitch, should they have sealed the title prior to the final day.Following this Sunday’s clash with Spurs, Liverpool travel to Chelsea on May 4.Should the Blues stick to tradition, they would give the Reds a guard of honour onto the pitch, if they have clinched the title by then.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe prospect has evoked memories of Liverpool’s unsuccessful title bid in 2014.Liverpool were dramatically beaten 2-0 by Chelsea at Anfield in a costly match in April of that year.During the match, in which Mo Salah featured for the Blues, Steven Gerrard infamously slipped, allowing Demba Ba to run through and score.Liverpool subsequently went to Crystal Palace hoping to drum up their goal difference, only to surrender a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSteven Gerrard infamously slipped against Chelsea in 2014Credit: Sky SportsDemba Ba raced through to score following Gerrard’s slipCredit: Rex FeaturesLiverpool blew a three-goal lead at Selhurst Park to draw 3-3Credit: GettyManchester City went on to be champions that season.And the following year Chelsea won the league, with Gerrard and Co having to give them a guard of honour on that occasion.Mo Salah commits to Liverpool with new two-year contract Even in recent years, the Blues have beaten Liverpool to signing the likes of Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Romeo Lavia.So the prospect of arriving at Stamford Bridge is a juicy one for those of a Red persuasion.Posting about the possibility, a Liverpool fan wrote on X: “Guard of honour at Stamford Bridge from Caicedo, Enzo and Lavia. HAHAHA we owe Chelsea Football Club.”While a second pointed out: “How ironic is it that Crystal Palace have helped us won the league and Chelsea will possibly be the first team to give us the guard of honour.”A Chelsea fan chimed in: “I do not want Chelsea to give Liverpool a guard of honour. Tottenham please be useful for once.”And another added: “Chelsea having to give Liverpool guard of honour is making me sick to the depths of my stomach. What did I actually do to deserve this.”Liverpool gave Chelsea a guard of honour in 2015Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More