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      Shakhtar fan left gutted as mate knocks beer out of his hand during goal celebration

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      A SHAKHTAR DONETSK fan was left distraught after their beer was knocked out of their hands.During the Ukrainian club’s Champions League group stage clash with Young Boys on Wednesday, Shakhtar were able to celebrate two first-half goals.A Shakhtar Donetsk fan was left distraught after seeing his beer knocked from his handsIt came during celebrations for the Ukrainian club’s match-winning goalA friend was seen taking a flag from around their neckBut he knocked the cup out of his mate’s hand while doing soThe fan was left with their head in their hands over the spilled drinkKastroit Imeri had fired Young Boys in front before Oleksandr Zubkov equalised moments later.Heorhiy Sudakov then put the hosts ahead minutes before half-time.Fans went wild in the stands, though one saw their emotions go from ecstasy to agony.The fan, who had an orange flag wrapped around their neck, was seen holding a blue cup, presumably full of beer – fans in Europe are permitted to drink alcohol in view of the pitch, unlike the UK.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, as another fan next to him started waving their own orange flag when moving it over their neck, disaster struck.As the fellow fan took the flag with his left arm he then moved it down, which ended up hitting the drink out of the right hand of his fellow matchgoer.The fan who had the beer could do nothing but look down at his tragically lost drink, before putting his hands on his head in disbelief.They were then seen appearing to say something to the culprit who knocked their beer over, before stopping themselves while the other fan continued to celebrate.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe game ended up remaining 2-1 to the hosts, marking their first win in the Champions League this season.The match was played at the VELTINS-Arena, the usual home ground of German club Schalke, due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.Inside Viktor Gyokeres’ glamorous life, from dating fellow footballer and actress to luxury holidays around world More

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      Man Utd legend Roy Keane walks off empty-handed as he is repeatedly teased by ice cream man

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      ROY KEANE walked away empty-handed after he was repeatedly teased by an ice cream man.The Manchester United legend was being filmed with Jamie Carragher for The Overlap on Tour.Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher tried to get an ice cream togetherCredit: X /WeAreTheOverlapKeane became frustrated with the ice cream man’s tricksCredit: X /WeAreTheOverlapHe eventually left without even getting his ice creamCredit: X /WeAreTheOverlapCarragher, 46, was trying to get an ice cream from a vendor but was unable to get a hold of the snack as the seller kept jokingly pulling it away.The former Liverpool defender then put Keane in the firing line by getting him to try to grab one.However, the Irishman did not have quick enough reactions to catch an ice cream before the man tricked him by swapping it or removing the top.Keane, 53, saw the funny side then appeared to have enough of being repeatedly teased. He jokingly pretends to look as his watch and says while laughing: “How does this go on?”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe retired midfielder then walked away from the vendor without a snack.Fans loved the moment as they reacted to the video, which was shared on social media.One posted: “That man is lucky Keano has calmed down with age otherwise.”A second commented: “Suprised he didn’t two-foot him.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third wrote: “Thought Keano was just going shove his hand in the ice cream.”A fourth said: “Ice cream man, just do your job.”Fans spot Frank Lampard’s reaction to Roy Keane fuming at being called ‘Cardi B’ for outfit choice at Man Utd vs ChelseaAnother added: “Roy Keane looks like he about to murder him.”Keane was recently left blushing after seeing a football legend wear his football shirt.He was starstruck as former Italy and Juventus star Giorgio Chiellini brought a replica of his kit to a recording of the Overlap.Roy Keane’s angriest momentsWhat really ticks off Roy Keane?The Irishman is known for his no-nonsense approach to football.And some particular things really do get on Keane’s wick.It all makes for great entertainment for fans, who love the Man United legend’s take on the beautiful game.But is Keane being a bit too sensitive himself?From smiling players to ABBA, nothing is sacred.And we all know about his dislike for a prawn sarnie…Here are the things that really make Roy Keane angry. More

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      ‘Punished for having a big booty? Game has gone’ say fans after unfortunate VAR decision in Champions League

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      THE Champions League saw a very cheeky VAR decision last night.And the call left one team with the rump as it ultimately decided the match.Donyell Malen netted a late winner against Sturm Graz in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettySerhou Guirassy was just onside in the build-up due to Emanuel Aiwu’s bottomThe bizarre incident came in the clash between Sturm Graz and Borussia Dortmund which the German side won 1-0.Donyell Malen netted the 85th-minute winner at Signal Iduna Park.But it was only given when a VAR check went in their favour.Incredible replays showed that Dortmund star Serhou Guirassy was kept onside in the build up to the goal by the tightest of margins.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLUpon further inspection, it turned out that Guirassy was onside thanks to Emanuel Aiwu’s BACKSIDE.Fans could not help but feel bad for the defender who came unstuck due to his kiester.One posted: “Punished for having a thick stack? Game has gone.”A second wrote: “Booty too Big.”Most read in FootballIt was Emanuel Aiwu’s backside that ensured Dortmund remained onsideCredit: AFPCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third commented: “I like big butts and I can not lie – Dortmund.”A fourth said: “He’s assisting Dortmund there, cheeky decision by VAR.”Watch the moment Dortmund and Celtic fans BOTH sing You’ll Never Walk AloneAnother added: “Saved by the butt.”The goal helped Dortmund seal the win to take their record in the competition to three wins from four games.After the game, manager and former Liverpool star Nuri Sahin praised his side’s performance as he insisted their energy levels were not “normal”.He told Dazn: “We completely controlled the game, apart from one phase between the 60th and 70th minutes.”We need to score our first goal earlier, that opens the door. We didn’t manage to do that. Up to the box, we were good and the plan worked out.”When you score the goal, the spaces get bigger. In the end, we got our reward.READ MORE SUN STORIES’I’m glad that we kept clear heads and got the job done. I told Donny that he needed to bring some intensity to the game.”I have to take my hat off to them. The way the boys ran, it wasn’t normal.”New Champions League format is a snorefestBy Dan KingUEFA sold the idea of expanding the Champions League from 32 to 36 teams, with each playing eight games instead of six in the opening phase, as a way of creating more competitiveness and excitement.The biggest clubs would have two matches against their peers, rather than having to wait until the knockout stage to meet.The smaller clubs would meet teams of a similar level twice and have a chance of tasting victory that was so hard to achieve if you were the bottom seed in a group of four.Ignoring for a moment the fact that the real motivation was the simple equation of more games = more money, the theory itself already looks flawed.None of the matches between European giants has delivered a compelling contest yet.And why would they? At the start of the long season with more matches in it, why would any team with ambitions to win things in the spring, go out all guns blazing in the autumn?Especially when they know they have six games NOT against big sides to make sure they accrue enough points to qualify at least for the play-off round (and even more games).There is even less jeopardy than before.Read the full column on the Champions League format fail and why everyone – including YOU – needs a rethink. More

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      Man Utd fans cry ‘please, not you as well’ as Ruben Amorim copies Ten Hag’s worrying comments after Sporting beat City

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been left worried after Ruben Amorim’s latest comments.The incoming Red Devils boss won his final home game in charge of Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League.Ruben Amorim’s Sporting Lisbon impressed in their 4-1 win over Manchester CityCredit: ReutersErik ten Hag often claimed that Manchester United could not play like his Ajax sideCredit: AlamyThe Portuguese side outclassed Manchester City in Lisbon as they romped to a 4-1 victory. A hat-trick from Viktor Gyokeres and a strike from Maximiliano Araujo saw the hosts bounce back from an early Phil Foden goal.The result buoyed Manchester United supporters who are increasingly excited over Amorim’s arrival.However, the manager warned fans not to expect the same style of football at Old Trafford.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe said: “What I can tell you is that this doesn’t mean anything in particular – don’t take anything from this.”We cannot transport one reality to another.”Manchester United cannot play the way we play, and we will have to adapt.”Amorim’s comments mirrored those of Erik ten Hag during his time in charge of the club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Dutchman was hailed for his style while he was leading Ajax, which saw the club reach a Champions League semi-final.And fans flocked to social media to beg Amorim not to fall into the same trap as his predecessor.New Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim in awkward interview with reporter Ruben Amorim is ‘Mourinho 2.0’ who turned Sporting from ‘walking dead’ into Portuguese champs… he can revive Man UtdWHEN Ruben Amorim took charge of Sporting Lisbon in March 2020, one club official compared their situation to the “walking dead”, writes Jordan Davies.Optimism and hope was at an all-time low.But the Amorim-effect was almost instantaneous, guiding the Portuguese sleeping giants to their first league title for 19 years in 2020/21, losing just once and only conceding 20 goals.Since then, Sporting have lifted another league title in 2023/24 – as well as two League Cups – and currently sit top with nine wins from nine this term.He may be young, but Amorim already has an eye for rebuilding and revitalising fallen super powers with his infectious charisma and intense tactical philosophy that hardly ever wavers. The “walking dead” at Manchester United must be praying for a similar sort of revival.And they may just get it from one of the most talented young coaches on the continent – a man accustomed to breathing new life back into crumbling institutions such as Old Trafford.Amorim has spent the last decade dreaming of one day gracing England’s Premier League, such was his admiration for an ex-United boss in Jose Mourinho growing up.Often nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’, Amorim spent a week with his coaching idol in an internship capacity at United’s Carrington training base in 2018, going on to cite him as his “reference point”.United should not be expecting a mini-Mourinho, as Amorim said himself: “Mourinho is one of a kind. There won’t be another Mourinho. Mourinho is unique.”And yet, you cannot help but compare the two.For all the mismanagement in the Old Trafford hot seats over the years, this would be a real get – finally a slap in the face United’s Prem rivals have no answer for.One posted: “Bro no please not you as well.”A second wrote: “Erik said this and got cooked for it.”A third commented: “Oh no. Please don’t be like Erik.”A fourth said: “Jesus Christ not again.”A fifth declared: “Please not again… dealt with three years of Ten Hag ‘We cannot play this way’.”Another added: “That’s what Ten Hag said about Ajax.”In 2023, Ten Hag admitted that Man United would never play the same style as his Ajax side.He said: “Never. We will never play that football. Because those were different players.”This is also not why I came here. We are playing different football than I showed at Ajax because I have to, because I can’t play the same way.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe home crowd unveiled a banner to commemorate Amorim and the two league titles he won in Lisbon before kick-off.After the victory over City, Amorim was given a guard of honour by his players and staff.What Man Utd said on hiring EACH of their post-Fergie managersDavid Moyes”All the skills needed to build on United’s phenomenal legacy.”Louis van Gaal”One of the outstanding managers in the game today.”Jose Mourinho”Quite simply the best manager in the game today.”Ole Gunnar Solskjaer “A wealth of experience, with a desire to give young players their chance and a deep understanding of the culture of the club.”Erik ten Hag”One of the most exciting and successful coaches in Europe.”Ruben Amorim “One of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football.” More

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      Man Utd post Ruben Amorim announcement after Sporting hammer Man City as Red Devils hailed for ‘incredible s***housery’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED were hailed for “incredible s***housery” after a social media post following Manchester City’s Champions League defeat.The Citizens were humbled 4-1 in Portugal by Sporting Lisbon as Pep Guardiola was outdone by Ruben Amorim.Ruben Amorim will join Man United as manager later this monthCredit: EPAThe club reshared their announcement of Amorim after he beat Man CityThe Sporting boss will take charge of Man City’s cross-city rivals Man United on November 11.The Red Devils posted an announcement of the Portuguese coach on November 1 at 12pm.However, after Man City’s loss, the club’s social media account reposted the announcement to rub salt in the wounds of their rivals.This led to fans praising the club for its “s***housery” as they reacted.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSOne posted: “Excellent s***housery from the Man United admin.”A second commented: “The United account retweeting this back on the timeline LMAOOOO.”A third wrote: “Hahaha Man United reposted it after last night’s game.”A fourth said: “Give the admin a raise.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother added: “Just sensational s***housery from Manchester United right here haha.”The home crowd unveiled a banner to commemorate Amorim and the two league titles he won in Lisbon before kick-off.New Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim in awkward interview with reporter Phil Foden had given the visitors an early lead in the match before it all went wrong.Viktor Gyokeres fired in his first of the night to level the match in the 38th minute.Maximiliano Araujo then powered Sporting into the lead just 40 seconds after the halftime break.Gyokeres then netted penalties either side of an Erling Haaland failure from the spot to wrap up the result.After the result, Amorim was given a guard of honour by his players and staff.It was his last home game in charge of the club before he leaves for Manchester.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More

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      Noel Gallagher hit by commentator’s curse as eight-word statement live on TNT Sports backfires horribly

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      NOEL GALLAGHER is perfectly suited to become a full-time commentator, after showing he had the commentators curse.The Oasis star made a surprise appearance on TNT Sports co-commentary alongside Darren Fletcher and Ally McCoist for Manchester City’s clash against Sporting Lisbon.Noel Gallagher was hit by commentators curse while working on TNT Sports’ coverage of Sporting Lisbon v Man CityCredit: RexGallagher commented how easy the game was before Sporting scored two minutes later and went on to put four past the Oasis star’s favourite teamCredit: EPAAll eyes were on the fixture due to it being Ruben Amorim’s final home game in the charge of the Eagles before he moves over to join City’s fallen rivals Manchester United.And TNT bizarrely opted to include City superfan Gallagher as part of their commentary team.Supporters are used to seeing the Rock ‘N’ Roll Star in the crowd at City games, but his presence on the broadcast is Half the World Away from his usual Tuesday night.Pep Guardiola’s side threatened to ruin Amorim’s farewell after Phil Foden smashed them into the lead early on.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCity seemed to be in their usual cruise control tempo and were cutting open the Portuguese champions at will.Speaking on co-comms, Gallagher was then heard saying: “I didn’t think it would be this easy.”However, moments after the musician’s comments Viktor Gyokeres was put through on the City goal and scored past Ederson to net an equaliser. Gallagher’s curse continued in the second half, as Sporting doubled their tally just seconds after the restart.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGyokeres then went on to score hat-trick as he scored twice from the penalty spot, while Erling Haaland saw his own penalty hit the bar.The 4-1 defeat was City’s third defeat on the bounce, and the first time they had conceded four goals in the Champions League since playing Barcelona in 2016.New Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim in awkward interview with reporter Taking to social media, fans highlighted Gallagher’s commentator curse.One fan said: “Glad to see Noel Gallagher now knows what a commentator curse feels like.”A second said: “What was @NoelGallagher saying about it being easy?”A third said: “Noel Gallagher banging on about how easy it is for City. Just before conceding.”Another said: “I’m here for the Noel Gallagher ‘didn’t expect it to be this easy’ equaliser.”A fifth added: “Noel Gallagher was just saying how easy this game is.”A sixth said: “Noel Gallagher 35’ : ‘I didn’t expect it to be this easy’. Sporting CP 37’ : Go up the other end and score. Please put Noel on Co-Comms every week.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother said: “Noel Gallagher curse, he should never commentate on a City game EVER!”An eighth said: “Did anyone else catch Noel Gallagher on commentary, saying ‘I didn’t think it would be this easy’ at 0-1.”Oasis – The Gallagher Feud TimelineBrothers Noel and Liam Gallagher have a long history of ongoing fights – both physical and verbal – here’s the full history of the band and what they’ve said to each other.1991 – Liam Gallagher forms Oasis with Paul Arthurs, Paul McGuigan and Tony McCarroll, later asking Noel to join.1993 – The band sign to Creation Records and start work on their debut album.August 1994 – Oasis shoot to fame with their debut album, Definitely Maybe, with tracks including Rock n Roll Star, Live Forever and Supersonic. It’s one of the fastest selling debuts ever for a British band.September 1994 – Noel temporarily leaves the band’s tour after Liam smacks him in the face with a tambourine on stage in Los Angeles.1995 – The band release their second album, (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? which features Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back in Anger, and Champagne Supernova.1996 – Liam is forced to sit out a leg of tour shows due to laryngitis, but causes chaos when he was filmed heckling his brother from a balcony while a taping of MTV Unplugged.2000 – Noel quits the band temporarily for a second time when, while partying in Barcelona, Liam riles Noel by questioning if his daughter, Anais, is actually his. The pair get into a fist fight.2005 – Noel tells Q Magazine that he’s ‘never forgiven’ Liam for his comments about Anais and he’s ‘never apologised. He tells the mag: “He’s my brother. I hope he’s reading this and realises that. He’s my brother but he’s at arm’s length until he apologises for what he’s done.”2009 – Noel admits in an interview with Q that he ‘doesn’t like Liam’, branding him “rude, arrogant, intimidating, and lazy”. “He’s the angriest man you’ll ever meet,” he added. “He’s like a man with a fork in a world of soup.”Liam later retaliates and tells NME: “It takes more than blood to be my brother. He doesn’t like me and I don’t like him.”August 23, 2009 – Oasis pull out of a headline slot at V Festival in the UK due to Liam having laryngitis.August 28, 2009 – Ahead of the Rock en Seine festival, Noel and Liam get into another fight, during which time Liam breaks one of Noel’s guitars after “waving it like an axe” according to Noel.August 28, 2009 – Noel quits the band for the third and final time, saying in a statement: “It’s with some sadness and great relief to tell you that I quit Oasis tonight. I simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer.”2010 – Oasis win ‘best album of the last 30 years’ at the Brit Awards for (What’s the Story) Morning Glory. Liam picks up the gong, and thanks everyone except Noel. He later says this was misinterpreted as a dig.2011 – Liam tries to sue Noel after he claims in the interview they cancelled their V Festival performance due to Liam being hungover. Liam disputed it said the comment “questioned my professionalism”. He later apologised and the lawsuit was dropped.2011 – Noel admits regrets at quitting before the Paris gig, telling Absolute Radio and admits if he did “we may never have split up.”2011 – 2014 – Liam and the other bandmates continue under new name, Beady Eye, while Noel forms new band, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds.2015 – After years of jabs online, especially through media and Twitter, Liam teases he’s buried the hatchet with Noel by sharing an All Areas pass from a High Flying Birds gig. However, the fight would recommence two months later after Noel publicly dismissed suggestion Oasis would reunite for Glastonbury 2016.2017 – Liam performs at Manchester’s One Love concert after the bombing at Ariana Grande’s show, with Don’t Look Back In Anger becoming a unifying anthem for the incident. He then slams Noel for not attending. Noel later tells Sunday Times: “Young music fan were slaughtered, and he, twice, takes it somewhere to be about him. He needs to see somebody.”2018 – Liam suggests a reunion for the 2018 World Cup on Twitter, writing: “let’s get the big O back together and stop f***ing about the drinks are on me”. When it fell on deaf ears, he added: “I’ll take that as a NO then.”2019 – Noel speaks out after Liam sends ‘threatening messages’ to Anais after a comment made about then wife Sara McDonald. Liam later apologises publicly to Anais.2020 – Liam urges Noel to reunite for a one-off charity gig. More

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      Chelsea fans hit by travel chaos for Conference League clash against Noah as club release statement

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      CHELSEA fans have been hit by travel chaos ahead of the Conference League clash against FC Noah.The Blues continue their European campaign by welcoming the Armenian outfit to Stamford Bridge on Thursday evening.Chelsea fans will face travel disruption on ThursdayCredit: AlamyHowever, fans planning to travel to the match via the London Underground will now have to make different arrangements.Tube services will be severely impacted by strike action as there are not expected to be any trains running.Chelsea has warned supporters and notified them of the inconvenience.A statement read: “Supporters coming to Stamford Bridge for this week’s game against Noah are notified in advance that London Underground services are set to be affected by industrial action.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”Chelsea play our next Uefa Conference League fixture against the Armenian side on Thursday (7 November) and currently no tube trains are expected to run that day.”Alternative services are likely to be busier than normal so it is important to plan ahead and check before you travel.”On Sunday (10 November), when we host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge, London Underground is expected to run as normal apart from some services which may be affected by planned works.”The Blues have won both of their Conference League fixtures this season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEnzo Maresca’s side began the league phase with a victory over Gent before dispatching Greek side Panathinaikos.This has left Chelsea at the top of the qualifying league while Noah is in 18th place, having won one and lost one.Shocking moment woman appears to make racial slur live on TV leaving presenter stunned after Man Utd vs ChelseaChelsea player ratings vs Man UtdCHELSEA came from a goal down to rescue a point at Old Trafford.Robert Sanchez brought down Rasmus Hojlund with 20 minutes remaining and Bruno Fernandes rolled in what looked to be a decisive spot kick.But Chelsea hit back swiftly as Moises Caicedo’s sweet strike flew into the bottom corner.Here is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield saw the performances of the Chelsea players in the 1-1 draw…Robert Sanchez – 3Made a few really good saves in the first half, and was much improved after a poor performance last time out against Newcastle.That was until he gave away a reckless penalty on Rasmus Hojlund, which was easily dispatched by Bruno Fernandes.His mistakes are starting to cost Chelsea time after time.Malo Gusto – 2Got in good positions in the first half, but was often wasteful when he got there.Was booked for a late challenge on Manuel Ugarte, before being hooked for Cucurella at half-time after an awful overall showing.Wesley Fofana – 6A strong performance at the back was marred only by the Frenchman letting Rasmus Hojlund escape him before winning a penalty for his side.Showed brilliant recovery pace throughout the game, and made some crucial challenges too.Levi Colwill – 6That was a strong defensive showing from the Chelsea number 6.For a player with a passing range as impressive as his is, it would’ve been nice to see him use it more as Chelsea looked for a goal.Reece James – 5Improved this week, but still showed signs of rustiness as he gave the ball away in dangerous positions a few times.More effective on the right side in Malo Gusto’s position, and more comfortable there as expected with Marc Cucurella on the left.Another 90 minutes in the tank is fantastic news for Chelsea fans.Moises Caicedo – 9Scored a certain contender for goal of the month with a sensational volley from the edge of the box to level the scoring for his side.Effective in breaking up play for the Blues once more, and showed why he is worthy of the £100m price tag Chelsea paid for him.Romeo Lavia – 8Another impressive midfield performance from the Belgian, who shows prowess beyond his years on and off the ball.Seems the perfect pivot partner for Moises Caicedo, and people need to start talking about how Manchester City let him go for peanuts.Noni Madueke – 6Unfortunate to hit the post in the 13th minute with a header following a corner.Worked hard defensively throughout the game too, but was unable to really put his creative abilities to the test.Cole Palmer – 7In the first half, his signature ‘Palmer touch’ got the away supporters off their feet, and he was Chelsea’s most creative outlet on the day.Unable to add another goal or assist to his impressive tally this season, but still had a solid showing.Pedro Neto – 5Showed flashes of brilliance on the left-hand side, and came close with a shot across goal in the second half.Was moved to the right-hand side in the second half, but it was much of the same from there.Nicolas Jackson – 5Pretty invisible up front for Chelsea today.Worked hard and tracked back well when required to, but fans were left confused as to why Christopher Nkunku was left on the bench.In fairness to him, could’ve had an assist if Enzo Fernandez could finish his dinner.SubsMarc Cucurella (for Gusto, 46 mins) – 5A solid showing on the left-hand side. Chelsea look a better team with him in the 11.Mykhailo Mudryk (for Madueke, 70 mins) – 4Tried to light things up on the left hand side, but his spark wasn’t enough to win the game for his side.Enzo Fernandez (for Lavia, 70 mins) – 2Missed an absolute sitter which would have won his team the game after coming on. Looks very short on confidence.Click here to read more Chelsea stories.Chelsea are hoping to return to winning ways after their 1-1 draw at Old Trafford against Manchester United.Moises Caicedo’s superb strike cancelled out Bruno Fernandes’ second-half penalty to earn a point.Levi Colwill hailed his goalscoring team-mate after the match.The defender said: “It was definitely huge. You’ve got two ways to react, you either put your head down or you get on with it and try to get the equalising goal, which obviously we did.”Moi is an amazing player and we’ve got so many of them that, when you’re struggling in a game or when you’re not scoring, they pull out that magic.”We’ve been behind already this season and we know you’ve got to react fast.”We know we’re a good team, we believe we’re going to create more chances to score no matter the time in the game.” More

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      Shocking moment fans throw PIG’S HEAD on to the pitch during bitter derby clash before player kicks it away

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      A FOOTBALL match was disrupted when supporters threw a PIG’S HEAD on to the pitch.The Brazilian clash between Corinthians and Palmeiras at the Corinthians Arena is known as the Paulista derby.A pig’s head was thrown on to the pitch during the Paulista derbyCredit: GettyYuri Alberto booted the head off the pitchCredit: X @sportvWith both clubs hailing from the city of Sao Paulo, there is a big rivalry between fans.And that was on show in the latest meeting between the sides as a severed pig’s head was thrown on to the pitch 28 minutes into the game.The head emerged from the crowd during a corner and Corinthians striker Yuri Aberto quickly went over to kick it away.The head was then collected by stadium staff and removed entirely from the playing area.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIt is believed that the home crowd tried to throw the head at Palmeiras players as the team are known as the Pigs.The moment was caught on camera and shared on social media.Fans were left stunned by the stunt and flooded the comment section.One posted: “How do you get that past security?”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second commented: “Brazil fans are crazy.”A third wrote: “How the hell did they get a pig’s head in the ground, I can’t even take a plastic bottle.”Watch astonishing moment non-league clash is delayed by bizarre injury – caused by a WATER BOTTLEA fourth said: “The way he booted it off the pitch.”Another added: “Imagine holding on to that for 28 mins waiting for a corner infront of you.”Corinthians went on to win the derby 2-0 thanks to goals from Rodrigo Garro and Alberto. Portuguese great Luis Figo famously had a pig’s head thrown at him by Barcelona fans after he left the club for arch-rivals Real Madrid.The winger became public enemy No1 in Catalonia after he sealed his move in 2002.Earlier this year he reignited the fued by appearing in an Uber Eats advert.Luis Figo had a pig’s head thrown at him after he joined Real Madrid from BarcelonaCredit: Getty Images – Getty More