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      The 39 Premier League players just one yellow card away from getting Christmas off including three Liverpool stars

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      NEARLY 40 Premier League stars are one yellow card away from getting Christmas off. Boxing Day fixtures and games on the 27th means players are needed at training on Christmas Day. Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez is a booking away from a Christmas suspensionCredit: AFPSo too is Leicester’s Jamie VardyCredit: GettyHarry Maguire is a booking away from a banCredit: GettyBut with one week to go, there are 39 players just a booking away from a festive suspension, as pointed out by The Football Card Tipster. Manchester United have Harry Maguire on the list while so too is City’s Bernardo Silva. Liverpool have THREE facing a ban; Darwin Nunez, Ibrahima Konate and Ryan Gravenberch. Other notable names include Leicester’s Jamie Vardy, Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali and Chelsea pair Robert Sanchez and Nicolas Jackson. READ MORE IN football Jackson – who has nine goals this season – was last season warned about his discipline by ex-manager Mauricio Pochettino. But Poch’s successor Enzo Maresca recently hailed the striker’s attitude after scoring the winner against Brentford. Maresca said: “Not only Nico, players miss chances and they score a goal. Important is the attitude. “Nico was unbelievable on and off the ball. He worked really hard and we’re very happy with him.” Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSLiverpool’s Nunez meanwhile has only two league goals this season.But he scored the against Southampton to send the Reds into the Carabao Cup semi-final. Down the other end of the table, Wolves have Toti Gomes and Mario Lemina close to the suspensions as they sit second bottom. Rock-bottom Southampton also have three on the borderline, Adam Armstrong, Mateus Fernandes and Adam Lallana. Former Premier League star now worth £250m makes first move to BUY European giants who ‘disrespected’ him More

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      Leah Williamson reckons fans are ‘seeing the best’ of Arsenal after eight straight wins under Renee Slegers

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      LEAH WILLIAMSON joked at being relieved to not be responsible for deciding who will become the next permanent Arsenal Women’s boss. The case for appointing stand-in gaffer Renee Slegers grew stronger after the team exacted Champions League revenge on Bayern Munich. Williamson says Arsenal’s players have taken advantage of Renee Slegers encouraging them to be themselvesCredit: GettyAlessia Russo’s form has improved under Slegers with the striker netting her tenth goal in 11 games during a defeat of Bayern MunichCredit: GettyStand-in Arsenal boss Slegers has remained tightlipped on her future despite fans being keen to see her become Arsenal’s permanent bossCredit: GettyArsenal centre-back Williamson and her side finished top of their group in the contest after battling from 2-1 down to beat the German giants 3-2. The victory on Wednesday night at Meadow Park sealed Arsenal’s eighth win on the bounce under Slegers.And it saw them extend their unbeaten run under the Netherlands to 11 games ahead of Christmas and following the start of the Women’s Super League’s winter break. On whether Slegers should be given the job permanently, Williamson said: “We have been zeroing in on the games but I am so happy coming into work. Read More Football Stories “But I am so happy it is not my decision or not my role!”We had two targets at the beginning of this block (when Renee came in) and we ticked them both. It puts us in good stead, we wanted to win the group and we did.”Slegers, who has become a popular figure amongst Gunners’ supporters took on her current role following a difficult start to the season for the side. A poor run of results, including three winless games at the Emirates and 2-1 and 5-2 losses to Chelsea and Bayern, led to former boss Jonas Eidevall resigning from his role. Most read in FootballSince Slegers took charge in mid-October, the team have conceded only five goals in their past 11 gamesAnd Williamson is among the players who feel there has been a momentum shift since then. The England captain and Gunners defender adds: “When you don’t have a set manager and you have an interim, everyone becomes more accountable and everybody has to step up. “Everybody is pulling their weight a bit more and maybe we needed that. “You’ve seen a different side because we as players have taken more responsibility. “Renee has just encouraged everyone to be themselves, we found a way that fits everybody and taken advantage of that.” With Arsenal finishing top of Group C in the Champions League the Gunners will face either Manchester City, Real Madrid or Wolfsburg in the contest’s last eight. The Gunners will find out who their quarter-final opponents will be following the draw on February 7. And Slegers reckons the team are capable of toppling any of their rivals in Europe.The Arsenal interim head coach said: “We have a top squad. “It is demanding and we have had so many challenges now over the last couple of months and many times we came out positively.Real Madrid are among the teams Arsenal could face in the Champions League quarter-finals next yearCredit: Getty”The team has shown grit and determination, in combination with quality players and their idea of how we are together when we play football. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think you can go very far but we respect all the other teams. “There are so many teams who can do really great things. It is a big challenge.” More

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      Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk separated by security after neither boxer refused to move for over TEN MINUTES

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      TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk had to be separated by security as they refused to lose the mental fight. The pair rematch in Saudi Arabia on Saturday – just seven months after Usyk won their initial classic by split-decision. Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury stared down for over ten minutesCredit: PANeither would take their eyes off each otherCredit: GettyFury began hurling insults at UsykCredit: ReutersThey came face-to-face for the standard post-press conference stare down – but this one proved to be anything but. Fury, 37, and Usyk, 36, looked into each others eyes without saying a single word until things got too tense to for comfort. Efforts were made by members of their teams and even WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman to try and break up the duo. A media accreditation and even a napkin were dangled in front of them in an attempt to defuse the situation. read more in boxing Neither worked. Instead, the stare down went on for over ten minutes as words were exchanged between the heavyweight superstars. At last, they were finally broken up and both went their separate ways. Usyk became the heavyweight division’s first four-belt undisputed champion following his points win in May. Most read in BoxingFury vs Usyk 2: Ring walk time, TV channels and undercard – all you need to know for big rematchCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut he was forced to vacate the IBF belt to proceed with the rematch as Daniel Dubois, 27, inherited the strap.Fury put too much showboating down as a reason for coming out second best in the 12-round thriller.Watch Tyson Fury’s terrifying rant as Gypsy King vows to put ‘f*****’ Oleksandr Usyk ‘in the hurt lockerBut he insisted there will be no more Mr Nice guy, laughing or joking as he issued a brutal warning to Usyk days out from the bout.Fury said: “I’m going to dish out a whole lot of pain. I’m going to put this f***er in the hurt locker, for sure.”I’ve got nothing to say other than there’s going to be a whole load of hurt and pain in this fight, you watch. That’s all I’ve got to say. “The talking’s been done. The first fight I talked, I joked, all my career. This fight I’m serious. I’m going to do some f***ing damage.” Security had to try and separate themCredit: PA More

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      ‘He could have done many things’ – Gary Neville reveals gym run-in with Liverpool star after brutal commentary insult

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville revealed he had an awkward run-in with ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius shortly after slamming him with some brutal criticism.Karius, 31, spent six years at Anfield after his arrival from Mainz in 2016 but couldn’t establish himself as Jurgen Klopp’s No1 and that led to loan stints at Besiktas and Union Berlin before his exit.Manchester United legend Gary Neville had an awkward run-in with Loris KariusCredit: Youtube / The OverlapNeville slammed Karius after his performance with Liverpool in the Champions League finalCredit: PA:Press AssociationThe German’s time with the Merseysiders effectively came to an end after the 2018 Champions League final where two major howlers led to goals for Real Madrid who won 3-1 in Kiev.The former Newcastle keeper gave the ball away to Karim Benzema, who opened the scoring, and failed to hold on to a powerful shot by Gareth Bale.However, it was later revealed that the ex-Germany international was playing with a concussion after a collission with Real captain Sergio Ramos moments before Benzema’s opener.Nevertheless, Neville, 49, didn’t hold back on his criticism of Karius as he insisted Klopp’s side would never win the Premier League with him between the sticks – he seemingly didn’t know about the concussion.Read More on FootballA while later, though, the Sky Sports pundit bumped into the German in a gym while visiting Italy and feared an intense confrontation after his fiery assessment of his Champions League final performance.Instead, Karius showed immense class by simply shaking the ex-England international’s hand and greeted him with respect.That left the Man Utd hero with a red face as he immediately felt “guilty” and realised he was too harsh on the keeper.Neville told The Overlap: “Karius, the Liverpool goalkeeper, the young lad – I’ve been quite direct about him for a period of two to three months. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Liverpool were getting closer and better under Jurgen Klopp and I remember saying that they’ll never ever win the league with that guy in the net. “It’s a strong line that to a young goalkeeper. It was probably true in the element of about five months later he made the mistake in the Champions League final.Gary Neville hits out at ‘Moping’ Rashford and Garnacho and has heated argument with Micah Richards live on Sky Sports “I go to Italy to this hotel. I walked into the gym for a session and there was just this big bloke lifting massive weights – it’s Karius! “He could have done many things there and could have had a go at me. It went right through my head on what I said about him, and I know he would’ve known that. “But he shook my hand and said, ‘Nice to see you’ and I felt guilty bumping into someone I’ve given a harsh line to.”Liverpool splashed the cash for a new goalkeeper after the final and bought Alisson for a record £67million fee.The Brazilian helped the Reds win the Champions League in 2019 and their first Premier League title in 30 years in 2020.Karius is currently a free agent after two uneventful years at Newcastle where he amassed only two appearances. More

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      Leicester star Hamza Choudhury makes history by swapping national teams despite playing for England growing up

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      LEICESTER CITY ace Hamza Choudhury has switched his national allegiance to Bangladesh after spending his youth in the England national setup.Choudhury, 27, was born in Loughborough to a Bangladeshi mother and has been capped seven times for England’s U21 side.Hamza Choudhury has switched his national allegiance to BangladeshCredit: Leicester CityChoudhury represented England U21s seven timesCredit: GettyBut after failing to break into the senior side, the midfielder has decided to play for Bangladesh.Choudhury has been bombarded with requests to join the Bangladeshi national setup for years as fans flooded his DMs with their pleas to see him play for Fifa’s 185th ranked team. And the star will now become the only player in the national squad who doesn’t currently play in the Bangladesh Premier League.Speaking on the decision, Choudhury told The Athletic: “It’s something that’s been in the works for a couple of years.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I represented England in the youth team, but as my career progressed, it came to fruition that is not an option for me.“It’s something I’ve definitely always had in the back of my mind, that I’d like to represent Bangladesh — and the people of Bangladesh more importantly.”I’ve got a really good connection with the fans in Bangladesh. I get messages every day letting me know that they want me to come and play.”Choudhury has now made over 125 appearances for Leicester City since graduating from the Foxes’ academy as a teenager, playing twice in the Premier League this season.Most read in FootballChoudhury has featured twice for Leicester in the league this seasonFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Watford Loanee has already been granted a Bangladesh passport and has been awaiting clearance to join up with the national squad.Bangladesh’s next fixture is an Asian Cup qualification match against India in March with Choudhury expected to be part of the team for the clash.Every Premier League club’s most famous and also most surprising fanChoudhury is hoping to do more than just improve the national team’s results on the pitch, but also wants to improve the infrastructure of the national setup going forward.He added: “They’ve just not been really fortunate enough or have the infrastructure yet to develop and grow these players to reach the European leagues, which hopefully can provide a stepping stone for them to have more players in the European leagues or the top leagues.“I know they are absolutely crazy about football. I hope I can open up channels for more Bangladeshis to play in the top five leagues or in Europe, or just have a way of getting themselves into the bigger leagues and giving them some more exposure.“Hopefully, in time, I can put into place some sort of structure in the younger age groups and the younger local teams to be able to do that.“The Bangladesh Federation has been doing lots of work already, but if I can give them a different sort of outlook, a European outlook, I hope that helps.”Choudhury is now the first Bangladeshi player to ever play in the Premier League. More

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      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2: UK start time, TV channel, live stream and full card for blockbuster heavyweight rematch

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      TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk battle once more to wrap up a stunning year of heavyweight boxing!The two juggernauts went head to head in the first heavyweight undisputed fight this CENTURY – with Usyk winning a brilliant contest by a split-decision.Oleksandr Usyk won by a split decision in MayCredit: GettyAnd in a bout fit for that mantle, Fury and Usyk played out a thrilling battle with both fighters in control and also struggling at various points in the fight.Usyk started on top before showboating Fury won the middle rounds and appeared to be well on top.However, a brutal ninth-round volley saw Usyk badly rock Fury and swing momentum back his way by forcing a standing eight count.With four major world titles up for grabs, both men gave it their all in one of the best fights in memory.READ MORE IN BOXINGIt went to the judges with the fight ending in a controversial split decision going in the Ukrainian’s favour – 115-112, 114-15, 114-113.Now, seven months later, they brace to do it all over again back in Riyadh.But the IBF belt will not be at stake this time as Usyk was forced to vacate it to proceed with the contracted re-run.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK 2 TIPS AND ODDSMost read in BoxingWally Downes Jr reacts as Usyk dethrones Tyson Fury is epic Saudi clashWhen is Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk rematch taking place?Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 takes place on Saturday, December 21.The Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia hosts the big fight.The ring walks are expected at a slightly earlier time of 10pm BST – this is 1am local time.Watch Fury Vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN*If you click on a link in this boxout we will earn affiliate revenue.How to Watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 live on DAZNGet ready to rumble with Fury vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN Pay-Per-View! Here’s how:Buy the PPV: Get access to the fight by purchasing the PPV on DAZN.No Commitment, 7-Day Free Trial: With your PPV purchase, you’ll also receive a 7-day free trial of DAZN. Enjoy all the action and explore DAZN’s sports lineup with no extra cost!First Month Free: Monthly DAZN subscribers can get their first month for free when signing up!No Subscription Required: The PPV price is all you need to pay. There’s no obligation to continue after your free trial ends.Don’t miss the biggest fight of 2024! On December 21st “Gypsy King” Tyson Fury takes on “The Cat” Oleksandr Usyk for a second time in what promises to be the rematch of the century — order now and start your free DAZN trial today!What channel will the fight be on?DAZN PPV, TNT Sports Box Office and Sky Sports Box Office will all be broadcasting Usyk vs Fury once again.The cost to purchase the PPV on TNT and DAZN is £24.99, while the event is priced at £24.95 on Sky Sports.Usyk vs Fury 2 on TNT Sports Box Office can be watched on discovery+, EE TV, Virgin Media TV and Prime Video. You do not need to be a TNT Sports subscriber to buy this event.Who are the trainers? Fury is coached by Sugarhill Steward – nephew to the legendary trainer Emanuel – with former world champ Andy Lee assistant. And there is NO room for Fury’s dad John, who came under-fire for his advice in the corner in May. Usyk’s head coach, meanwhile, is Yurii Ivanovich Tkachenko.Yurii Ivanovich Tkachenko is the head trainer of UsykCredit: @tkachenko_yuriiWill all heavyweight titles be on the line in the rematch?This time round, however, it will NOT be an undisputed heavyweight title fight.This is because Usyk vacated the IBF title following his win so the mandatories for the belt could get their shot.Daniel Dubois was upgraded to the IBF heavyweight champion, and has since defended it in dominant fashion – knocking out Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium in front of a British record 96,000 crowd.So it is only Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titles up for grabs.Fury vs Usyk full cardAs well as Fury’s rematch with Usyk, there are five other brilliant fights on the card. Israil Madrimov, who narrowly lost to Terence Crawford in August, takes on Serhii Bohachuk. Brit heavyweights Moses Itauma and Johnny Fisher face challenges in Demsey McKean and Dave Allen respectively.The undercard gets underway from 4pm GMT.Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury; For Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titlesSerhii Bohachuk vs. Ishmael Davis; Light middleweightMoses Itauma vs. Demsey McKean; HeavyweightJohnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen; HeavyweightIsaac Lowe vs. Lee McGregor; FeatherweightDaniel Lapin vs Dylan Colin; Light-heavyweightAndrii Novytskyi vs Edgar Ramirez; HeavyweightREAD MORE SUN STORIESWhen is the weigh-in?Fury and Usyk’s weigh-in takes place on Friday, December 20.The fighters will tip the scales from 5pm GMT, before their final face off. More

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      Watch Tyson Fury’s terrifying rant as Gypsy King vows to put ‘f*****’ Oleksandr Usyk ‘in the hurt locker

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      TYSON FURY launched a terrifying rant at Oleksandr Usyk by vowing to put him “in the hurt locker.” Fury rematches Usyk in Saudi Arabia on Saturday – just seven months after losing his WBC belt and unbeaten record via split-decision. Tyson Fury launched a terrifying rant at Oleksandr UsykCredit: ReutersUsyk rematches Fury in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyThe Gypsy King put too much showboating down as a reason for coming out second best in the 12-round thriller. But Fury, 36, insisted there will be no more Mr Nice guy, laughing or joking as he issued a brutal warning to Usyk days out from the bout. He said: “I’m going to dish out a whole lot of pain. I’m going to put this f***er in the hurt locker, for sure. “I’ve got nothing to say other than there’s going to be a whole load of hurt and pain in this fight, you watch. That’s all I’ve got to say. READ MORE IN BOXING”The talking’s been done. The first fight I talked, I joked, all my career. This fight I’m serious. I’m going to do some f***ing damage.” The two then went face-to-face for a stare down which threatened to NEVER end. Efforts were made to try and separate the pair including holding up media accreditation and pieces of paper. Tempers then flared as the two camps tried to intervene with the heavyweight superstars then trading words with each other. Most read in BoxingFury vs Usyk 2: Ring walk time, TV channels and undercard – all you need to know for big rematchCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAfter over TEN tense minutes the pair were at last separated.Usyk, 37, became the heavyweight division’s first four-belt undisputed champion following his points win. But he was forced to vacate the IBF belt to proceed with the rematch as Daniel Dubois, 27, inherited the strap. Usyk and Fury refused to break their stareCredit: PA More

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      ‘I will retire, I promise you, I’m telling you today’ – Aston Villa ace Emi Martinez makes shock revelation

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      ASTON VILLA goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has dropped a huge retirement hint, pinpointing exactly when he could hang up his boots.Martinez established himself as the world’s best keeper after helping Argentina to the World Cup final two years ago.Emiliano Martinez has hinted at when he could retireCredit: AlamyMartinez won the World Cup with Argentina in 2022Credit: GettyThe 32-year-old’s heroics both during the match and the penalty shootout saw La Albiceleste lift the iconic gold trophy in Qatar.He won the Golden Glove and was subsequently awarded the Yashin Trophy the following two years.And this week he made history by becoming the first-ever two-time winner of FIFA’s The Best Men’s Goalkeeper award.Amid all of his individual success, Martinez is now seeking more glory on the international stage.Read More in FootballHe wants to become a two-time World Cup champion with Argentina.And if he manages it in 2026, the goalkeeper insists he will hang up his boots.He told AFA Estudio: “Is there any national team that has won two World Cups in a row?”If I become a two-time world champion with the Argentine national team, I will retire.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMartinez says he will retire if he wins the World Cup again in 2026Credit: Getty”I promise you. I’m telling you today. I will retire after that World Cup.”After being called “old” by Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez during the interview, the goalkeeper went on to add: “I’ve only just turned 32, my friend, I’ll be 33 at the World Cup, a young lad. I started playing when I was 30, what do you want?!”Watch moment Argentina keeper Emi Martinez lashes out at and SLAPS camera after fiery defeat to ColombiaMartinez also admitted that he came close to retiring from international football after the 2022 World Cup final.He continued: “I get to the dressing room, and I see Cuti Romero and Marito crying.”Then I said: ‘No, that’s it, I’m retiring from the national team. That’s it, I’ve achieved everything’. It was my dream.”Then I passed Paulo Dybala crying and when I hugged him, I started crying like a child thinking about what I suffered in England.”The next World Cup will be held in 2026 across the USA, Canada and Mexico. More