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Unai Emery provides Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio update - as he makes Mohamed Salah comparison ahead of Liverpool clash
18/02/25 10:31
TOM COLLOMOSSE: Villa's on-loan pair have produced impressive cameos in their two substitute outings and Emery expects them to be ready to play from the off in the coming weeks. Asensio sparkled in the FA Cup win over Tottenham while Rashford hit the bar and nearly created a winner for Morgan Rogers in the 1-1 draw with Ipswich. Salah, meanwhile, has 23 goals and 14 assists in the Premier League alone and Emery knows Villa face a huge task to stop the Egyptian....read
Why Mikel Arteta deserves all the credit for finding another attacking weapon in Mikel Merino - and how Ruud van Nistelrooy can take a leaf out of the Arsenal manager's book
16/02/25 12:00TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE KING POWER STADIUM: Arteta has been guilty of losing his cool in the past but as Arsenal's season enters its decisive phase, the main man is stepping up to the mark.
Leicester 0-2 Arsenal: Mikel Merino's late double secures all three points as the Gunners keep their title hopes alive at the King Power Stadium
15/02/25 02:25TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE KING POWER STADIUM: Arteta proved himself a master of improvisation as he made light the shortage by turning a midfielder into his match-winner.
Leicester vs Arsenal - Premier League RECAP: Mikel Merino steps up for injury-hit Arsenal with TWO goals off the bench to cut gap on leaders Liverpool to four points
15/02/25 11:01Recap Mail Sport's live blog of Leicester vs Arsenal as Mikel Arteta's side look to close the gap to Premier League pace-setters Liverpool.
Unai Emery SLAMS 'unfair' Premier League fixture list as Aston Villa prepare for five games in 14 days after Liverpool clash was rescheduled
14/02/25 03:28TOM COLLOMOSSE: Unai Emery has branded the Premier League fixture list 'unfair' after Aston Villa's clash with Liverpool was rescheduled for next week.
Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy insists 'the game needs rivalries' as Man United icon plots Arsenal's downfall
13/02/25 10:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: Ruud van Nistelrooy admits he relishes football's most bitter battles as he prepares to lock horns with Arsenal once again on Saturday.
Leicester fans plan protest against club hierarchy during Arsenal clash on live TV - amid fears of another Championship relegation
12/02/25 01:15EXCLUSIVE BY TOM COLLOMOSSE: Many Leicester supporters are disillusioned with decisions made at the top of the club, which they believe led to relegation in 2023.
Marcus Rashford was given a reception usually reserved for 1982 heroes at Villa Park, but one star is FURIOUS at being edged out by him, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
10/02/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: Rashford's story is still to be written here and a second-half substitute appearance against a struggling Tottenham side provided few clues about how it will unfold.
Defiant Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou suggests there's an 'agenda' to get him SACKED as he rallies against critics after FA Cup defeat by Aston Villa
09/02/25 09:45Postecoglou is also under severe pressure but launched a passionate defence of his players, claiming every club would struggle as Spurs have done with 12 first-teamers missing.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham - FA Cup: Live score, team news and updates with Spurs dumped out of second cup this week after conceding inside 60 seconds to pile more pressure on Ange as Marcus Rashford makes debut
09/02/25 04:25Follow Mail Sport's live blog of Aston Villa vs Tottenham as Ange Postecoglou's side look to bounce back from their 4-0 loss at Anfield with a win at Villa Park.
Inside Marcus Rashford's first week at Aston Villa: Training on his days off, the truth about THAT unveiling photo and 'striker whisperer' Unai Emery's tailor-made plan to get Man United outcast back to his best
08/02/25 01:58TOM COLLOMOSSE: Marcus Rashford, the exiled prince of Manchester United, has come to the place where footballers mix with true royalty.
Marcus Rashford added to Aston Villa's Champions League squad but two January signings miss out
07/02/25 04:20TOM COLLOMOSSE: 'Today he was training well and of course he is going to play hopefully for a long time here and hopefully in the Champions League for the next years.'
Unai Emery gives honest assessment of Marcus Rashford's first week at Aston Villa as he admits getting Man United loanee back to his best is a 'huge challenge'
07/02/25 03:52Rashford has joined Villa on loan from Manchester United for the remainder of the season and hopes to make his debut in Sunday's FA Cup last-16 tie against Tottenham.
The 14 wonderkids who can make Man United's 'Mission 21' a reality: Our expert picks the best future stars that Sir Jim Ratcliffe should sign to win the Premier League in the next three years... and the new arrival who shows the project is already underway
06/02/25 05:00Here, our European football expert TOM COLLOMOSSE looks at 14 wonderkids they could bring in to make Man United's ambitious dreams a reality.
Transfer Deadline Day RECAP: Host of late deals are announced as Mathys Tel is CONFIRMED, with Axel Disasi's loan switch to Villa one of several Chelsea moves left past deadline
03/02/25 07:30Re-live Mail Sport's live blog of transfer deadline day as Premier League clubs entered the last-chance saloon to complete any deals.
Marcus Rashford signing makes a mockery of Aston Villa's grand plans - he brings more baggage than a London to Sydney flight and here's what they should be doing instead to get to the top, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
02/02/25 12:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: As Rashford and Asensio prepare to join on loan on Sunday for combined salaries at the thick end of £500,000 a week, it feels a little like Villa are making it up as they go along.
Aston Villa agree to sign former Real Madrid star Marco Asensio on loan from PSG until the end of the season
01/02/25 11:47SIMON JONES AND TOM COLLOMOSSE: The Spain international is under contract with the Parisians until June 2026. He has been at PSG since July 2023 when he arrived from Real Madrid .
Marcus Rashford to have his Aston Villa medical TODAY as he closes in on Manchester United exit - with Red Devils naming fee for wantaway forward if his loan move becomes permanent
01/02/25 11:18SIMON JONES AND TOM COLLOMOSSE: The 27-year-old has not played for United since mid-December when he said in an interview with Henry Winter that he felt 'ready for a new challenge'.
Wolves 2-0 Aston Villa: Vitor Pereira's side claim crucial win in fight to beat the drop - as Donyell Malen is denied maiden strike by controversial VAR call
01/02/25 07:29TOM COLLOMOSSE AT MOLINEUX: Maybe Unai Emery is tricking us all and has developed a cunning plan to play Marcus Rashford - due for a medical on Sunday - in defence for Aston Villa.
Aston Villa are closing in on shock loan deal for Marcus Rashford - as Unai Emery targets wantaway Man United star after Jhon Duran's exit
01/02/25 12:46It is understood Villa will contribute a significant proportion of Rashford's salary, which will included performance-based clauses. The agreement is also set to include a buy option.
Aston Villa want Marcus Rashford: Premier League side join the race for Man United star as boss Unai Emery makes personal request to land Old Trafford wantaway ahead of Jhon Duran's exit
31/01/25 04:43SIMON JONES AND TOM COLLOMOSSE: Amorim said he felt his side would be better with Rashford in it, but the player had not met the standards he demands of his squad.
Ollie Watkins told he is NOT for sale in January - after Arsenal saw their shock bid rejected for the Aston Villa forward
31/01/25 02:19Asked whether he could state that Watkins was not for sale, Emery said: 'Yes, yes. We talked with him and he is very focused on the message we have. He is happy to stay. You can ask him.'
Leicester transfer briefing: Ruud van Nistelrooy's four-man target list, the two flops heading for the exit and a surprise boost for Foxes' survival bid
31/01/25 12:00Here, Mail Sport's Leicester expert TOM COLLOMOSSE answers the five key questions facing the club as we enter the final days of the January transfer window.
Aston Villa's rivals know they are vulnerable - do not be surprised if Arsenal bid again for Ollie Watkins, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE... with three other stars also attracting interest
30/01/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: Villa are vulnerable. It may not look that way, as they look ahead to the Champions League knockout rounds and continue to perform strongly under Unai Emery.
Unai Emery breaks silence on shock Arsenal bid for Ollie Watkins as Aston Villa boss offers Jhon Duran transfer update after Champions League win
30/01/25 12:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: Villa's 4-2 win over Celtic sent them into the last 16 of the Champions League but the day was clouded by uncertainty over the futures of the club's two forwards.
Champions League RECAP: Liverpool lose but still finish top, Villa edge thriller against Celtic to reach last 16 and Arsenal win to seal third
29/01/25 06:15Relive Mail Sport's live blog for the latest scores and updates as Liverpool look to progress with a perfect record, plus updates from Girona vs Arsenal and Aston Villa vs Celtic.
Nottingham Forest transfer briefing: Latest on Matheus Cunha move, the Premier League forward on their radar and Nuno Espirito Santo's No 1 priority in January
29/01/25 05:01Nottingham Forest have been the surprise success story of the season, riding high in third place and well-positioned to land their first European adventure since the 1995-96 campaign.
Aston Villa transfer briefing: Latest on Ollie Watkins and Jhon Duran's futures, the Chelsea winger Unai Emery has his eyes on and the star who can save Villa in January
29/01/25 04:57Aston Villa are still in the hunt for a Champions League return on two fronts, despite a dip in January that has dented their top-four chances.
Why Aston Villa have 11 MILLION reasons to beat Celtic... and how Unai Emery can build if they progress now in the Champions League
28/01/25 10:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: A well-earned top-eight spot in the Champions League group phase is about much more for Aston Villa than a couple of quiet weeks in February.
Aston Villa vow to BAN fans caught selling seats for their Champions League clash against Celtic to third parties
28/01/25 07:10TOM COLLOMOSSE: Aston Villa will ban any supporters found to have sold their seats for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Celtic to third parties.
17 best Scandinavian wonderkids Premier League clubs should sign this week, from an Arsenal-bound superstar who dreamed of playing for Man United to the next Borussia Dortmund jewel
27/01/25 12:00Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard, Alexander Isak and Rasmus Hojlund are primed to dominate the world's richest league for years to come… but who might the next Nordic superstar be?
Aston Villa 1-1 West Ham: Emerson Palmieri earns Hammers a deserved point with second-half equaliser after Jacob Ramsey's early strike
26/01/25 06:35Aston Villa were held to a 1-1 draw by West Ham at home in the Premier League on Sunday as Emerson Palmieri levelled in the second half after Jacob Ramsey's early strike.
Aston Villa vs West Ham - Premier League RECAP: Score, team news and updates as Hammers net second-half equaliser to earn a deserved point after hosts struck early
26/01/25 03:30Recap Mail Sport's live blog for the score, team news and updates as Aston Villa welcomed West Ham at Villa Park in the Premier League.
Inside the crisis at Leicester: Why there are fears Ruud van Nistelrooy could quit and how problems of their own making - led by a dithering regime - are sending them towards the drop
26/01/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: After Leicester had subsided to defeat against Crystal Palace on January 15, a few senior players had seen enough.
Aston Villa join the race for Wolves' Matheus Cunha - amid interest from Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr in star striker Jhon Duran
24/01/25 06:40Wolves forward Matheus Cunha continues to attract major Premier League attention with Aston Villa the latest club to be monitoring his situation.
Ruud van Nistelrooy involved in heated exchange with Leicester players after Fulham defeat - with one player the target of his anger
23/01/25 07:15TOM COLLOMOSSE: The Foxes had just suffered a seventh consecutive defeat that leaves them fearing a second relegation in three seasons, ahead of a crucial trip to Tottenham.
The 13 best LaLiga wonderkids Premier League clubs should sign this month: A new centre back for Man City, a world-class 17-year-old and the star that Arsenal desperately need
22/01/25 12:00Mail Sport shines the spotlight on some of the best young talents in Spain that Premier League clubs can afford this month.
Unai Emery says it was a 'MISTAKE' to play Ollie Watkins and Jhon Duran together against Monaco as he questions his side's mental strength after 1-0 defeat
21/01/25 09:42TOM COLLOMOSSE AT STADE LOUIS II: The Villa boss accused his side of lacking ruthlessness in front of goal and suggested not all his team had the mental strength required for elite football.
Monaco 1-0 Aston Villa: Unai Emery's side slide to Champions League defeat - leaving automatic qualification hopes in the balance
21/01/25 07:47TOM COLLOMOSSE: In one of the world's casino capitals, Unai Emery made a losing bet to leave Aston Villa's Champions League fate hanging on next week's all-British clash with Celtic.
Monaco vs Aston Villa - Champions League RECAP: Live score, team news and updates as Prince William watches Unai Emery's side lose to leave top eight hopes in balance
21/01/25 04:15Re-live Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates from the Champions League clash between AS Monaco and Aston Villa at the Stade Louis II.
The 18 Serie A wonderkids your club should sign this month: Man United's next star, the midfielder on Liverpool's radar and record-breaking Milan jewel who needs to be set free
21/01/25 12:00Here Mail Sport examines 20 top talents aged 23 and under who Premier League clubs should be tracking - and which ones are the best fits.
Jhon Duran can go right to the top - but here's why Aston Villa may still sell him, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
21/01/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: The Colombian's glorious unpredictability makes him one of Europe's most watchable players. And off the pitch it is just as difficult to know what will happen next.
Aston Villa reject £57m bid for Jhon Duran from West Ham - with PSG also keen on Colombia striker
20/01/25 05:37Duran is Villa's top scorer this season with 12 goals though he may again be on the bench for Tuesday's Champions League match in Monaco.
Nottingham Forest 3-2 Southampton: Hosts extend unbeaten run to nine games after Nuno Espirito Santo's side hold off Saints' second-half rally
19/01/25 04:02TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE CITY GROUND: When Anthony Taylor blew his whistle to signal full-time, Nuno Espirito Santo was not the only one in Forest colours who looked like he needed a lie down.
Manchester United vs Brighton - Premier League: Live score and updates as Seagulls claim deserved victory and Everton beat Spurs
19/01/25 12:30Relive Mail Sport's live blog for the latest live, score, team news and updates of Man United vs Brighton, Everton vs Tottenham and Nottingham Forest vs Southampton.
Jhon Duran escapes ban but is hit with £15,000 fine for kicking a water bottle during FURIOUS outburst after red card
17/01/25 01:00Jhon Duran has been hit with a £15,000 fine but escaped a longer ban for kicking a water bottle following his red card at Newcastle.
Nottingham Forest showdown with Arsenal next month is set to be moved to avoid Nuno's high-flyers playing twice in just 48 hours
17/01/25 11:08TOM COLLOMOSSE: Forest are due to travel to Newcastle on February 23, before facing Arsenal in an evening kick-off at the City Ground two days later.
Why Man City spent £59m on Omar Marmoush: The Mo Salah similarities, his free-kick party trick... and the reason Nottingham Forest rejected him
17/01/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: Marinakis should feel very happy with his recent transfer business but the Forest owner must wince every time he hears the name of Manchester City 's next £67million striker.
Leicester 0-2 Crystal Palace: Foxes stuck in drop zone after sixth straight defeat as Eagles climb above Manchester United into 14th after goals from Jean-Philippe Mateta and Marc Guehi
15/01/25 09:25TOM COLLOMOSSE: IT takes more than a few hotshot lawyers to keep a team as weak as Leicester in the Premier League Yet none of that matters if you cannot take chances or defend properly.
Leicester seal their first January signing as Ruud van Nistelrooy bids to strengthen his squad for relegation fight
15/01/25 06:45Boss Ruud van Nistelrooy had been desperate to bring in specialist competition at right-back for James Justin, who has struggled at times this season.
Arsenal vs Tottenham - Premier League RECAP: Gunners come from behind to win north London derby and close gap on Liverpool to four points after scoring twice in five minutes
15/01/25 06:00Relive Mail Sport's live blog for the latest live score, team news and updates from Arsenal vs Tottenham, Newcastle vs Wolves, Everton vs Aston Villa and Leicester City vs Crystal Palace.
Arne Slot hails 'outstanding' Nottingham Forest star after late heroics frustrate Liverpool in pulsating 1-1 draw at the City Ground
14/01/25 11:55TOM COLLOMOSSE: Chris Wood's goal gave Forest a half-time lead but after substitute Diogo Jota had equalised with his first touch, Sels made a number of incredible saves to earn his team a point.
Nottingham Forest's pulsating draw with Liverpool on a magical night at the City Ground reminds fans why they can't leave this historic place, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
14/01/25 10:33TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE CITY GROUND: Forest fans probably wondered if they'd ever challenge their rivals to the north-west again. They have spent most of the 2000s outside the top tier.
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool - Premier League RECAP: Live score, team news and updates as super subs combine to earn a point for table-toppers and keep them six clear after Nuno's high-flyers had led for an hour
14/01/25 06:27Relive Mail Sport live blog for the latest live score, team news and updates as Nottingham Forest host Liverpool at the City Ground in the Premier League.
Premier League make decision on PSR rule break charges for last season after three clubs feared points deductions
14/01/25 10:06Mail Sport reported last week that the governing body imminently planned to announce whether the Foxes had breached their profitability and sustainability regulations.
Inside Nottingham Forest's 'cult of Nuno': How revitalised manager's bear hugs, 'fun games' and a simple set of instructions turned Forest into a force - and the one nagging question he still has to answer
14/01/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: Nuno Espirito Santo is the Premier League manager of the season so far. But last summer it was far from certain he would even start the campaign at Nottingham Forest.
Leicester will listen to offers in the region of £15m for Wout Faes this month - with the defender out of favour at the King Power under new boss Ruud van Nistelrooy
13/01/25 10:46Leicester will listen to offers for defender Wout Faes and are thought to be willing to sell the Belgium international for about £15million.
PSG believe they can convince Aston Villa to sell £80m star Jhon Duran as early as THIS MONTH - with the French champions keen to include unwanted star in deal for Colombian striker
11/01/25 08:44Paris Saiint-Germain believe they can persuade Aston Villa to sell Jhon Duran this summer or even as early as this month. He has been one of the stars of Villa's season, scoring 12 goals.
Look no further than Frank Lampard and Coventry City for modern FA Cup tradition, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE... the competition will never be an afterthought for the four-time winner
11/01/25 07:39TOM COLLOMOSSE: If you're looking for FA Cup tradition in the modern game, there are few better places to start than Frank Lampard and Coventry City.
Aston Villa 2-1 West Ham: Graham Potter's debut ends in FA Cup elimination as quick-fire goals seal comeback for Unai Emery's stars
10/01/25 10:02ASTON VILLA 2-1 WEST HAM - TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: Graham Potter must have felt like the unluckiest man in the Midlands as he watched nearly two years' work go up in smoke in five minutes.
Was Sir Alex Ferguson's son Darren wrong to deny Ashley and Tyler Young FA Cup history in Everton's win over Peterborough? Eight Mail Sport reporters deliver their verdicts...
10/01/25 04:33Ashley, 39, and Tyler, 18, had looked set to become the first father and son to play against each other in the 154-year history of the FA Cup when Everton hosted Peterborough at Goodison Park.
Why Man City are spending £50m on Omar Marmoush: The Mo Salah similarities, his free-kick party trick... and the reason Nottingham Forest rejected him
10/01/25 02:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: Marinakis should feel very happy with his recent transfer business but the Nottingham Forest owner must wince every time he hears the name of City's next £50million striker.
Leicester to learn fate over points deduction next week amid possible breach of the Premier League's spending rules
09/01/25 10:32The governing body are due to announce whether the Foxes have breached their profitability and sustainability regulations, which permit clubs to lose no more than £105million over a three-year period.
Aston Villa are offered out-of-favour PSG star as they hunt for defensive reinforcements - with Unai Emery also searching for a forward this month
08/01/25 06:28TOM COLLOMOSSE: The centre back is out of favour at Paris Saint-Germain, who are desperate to move him on during the January window and are hoping to find a Premier League buyer.
Why Nottingham Forest really can win the Premier League: The 'finishers' approach, Nuno's blueprint for success and the ethos he shares with Brian Clough
07/01/25 05:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: Nottingham boy Tom Cairney was the latest to write off his hometown club's title chances despite watching them move level with Arsenal in second spot.
Wolves 0-3 Nottingham Forest: Morgan Gibbs-White strikes against his former side at Molineux - as Nuno Espirito Santo's side pick up SIXTH league win in a row
06/01/25 09:54TOM COLLOMOSSE AT MOLINEUX: The former Wolves man scored the opener in Nottingham Forest 's 2-0 win - before Chris Wood found a second for the visitors - with a neat finish.
Wolves vs Nottingham Forest - Premier League RECAP: Live score, team news and updates as visitors stroll to their SIXTH straight win to move level on points with Arsenal
06/01/25 06:30Re-live Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Wolves hosted Nottingham Forest in Premier League action from Molineux Stadium.
Leon Bailey sets his sights on another top four finish with Aston Villa - and vows to rediscover the form he showed last season after inspiring his side to their 2-1 win over Leicester
05/01/25 10:30Leon Bailey is confident he will recapture the form he showed last season as Aston Villa strive to regain a top-four spot. Bailey was one of the key men as Villa qualified for the Champions League.
Morgan Gibbs-White and Nottingham Forest are dreaming big after a flying start to the season... the in-form midfielder has more important concerns than angry Wolves fans, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
05/01/25 03:58TOM COLLOMOSSE: Morgan Gibbs-White is routinely barracked when he returns to Molineux but the Nottingham Forest star now has far bigger things to worry than a few thousand Wolves fans.
Aston Villa 2-1 Leicester: Leon Bailey proves the matchwinner for the hosts with his first goal of the season - as the Foxes suffer a fifth-straight defeat
04/01/25 04:57TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: Ruud van Nistelrooy's side frustrated the home team with some stubborn defending in a first-half which did not make for good viewing.
Premier League: Live score, team news and updates from Saturday's 3pm as Man City hit West Ham for FOUR and Crystal Palace score late leveller in London derby
04/01/25 01:30Recap Mail Sport's live blog for the latest scores, team news and updates from Saturday's afternoon kick-offs including Crystal Palace vs Chelsea and Man City vs West Ham, Aston Villa vs Leicester.
Unai Emery fears Aston Villa will have to sell key players unless they qualify for the Champions League again - as boss admits PSR rules are 'sometimes stopping us'
03/01/25 10:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: Emery's side finished fourth in the Premier League last term to reach Europe's biggest club competition and are now on the verge of the knockout stages.
Wolves are working on a new deal for in-form star Matheus Cunha in a bid to ward off Arsenal interest with the Gunners looking to sign a new forward amid Bukayo Saka injury
03/01/25 04:15SAMI MOKBEL AND TOM COLLOMOSSE: Cunha is emerging as a genuine target for Mikel Arteta but Wolves are determined to fend off their interest by offering the Brazilian an improved deal at Molineux.
Ruud van Nistelrooy dealt a major injury blow as Leicester goalkeeper sent to a specialist after being ruled out in last month's Newcastle defeat
02/01/25 12:07TOM COLLOMOSSE - EXCLUSIVE: The Dane was forced off at half-time of the 4-0 defeat at Newcastle and missed the three subsequent losses that have seen Leicester slip into the bottom three.
Nottingham Forest January transfer briefing: Who are they after, what do they need and who might leave?
01/01/25 12:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: This January, Nottingham Forest's push for reinforcements comes with a genuine shot at claiming a Champions League place, as fifth might be enough this season.
Aston Villa 2-2 Brighton: Points are shared at Villa Park as Seagulls strike late equaliser to deny hosts fourth straight home victory
30/12/24 09:54Unai Emery waved goodbye to 2024 with an extraordinary blast at Premier League officials but the Aston Villa boss should save his anger for his wasteful team.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery blasts referees insisting they are NOT using VAR 'enough and correctly' after Jhon Duran's red against Newcastle
30/12/24 09:01TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: Unai Emery has accused referees' chiefs of using VAR to protect officials' reputations rather than ensuring they make the right decisions.
Ipswich vs Chelsea - Premier League: Score, team news and updates as Blues blow chance to go second after shock defeat at strugglers, while Brighton equalise late on at Aston Villa
30/12/24 06:00Re-live Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Chelsea travelled to Portman Road to take on Ipswich Town and Aston Villa hosted Brighton in Premier League action.
Evangelos Marinakis reveals Nottingham Forest's plan for the January transfer window... as Nuno Espirito Santo's side aim for a historic top four finish after flying start
30/12/24 12:08EXCLUSIVE BY TOM COLLMOSSE AND ANTHONY HAY: Forest will end 2024 no lower than fourth in the Premier League after concluding the calendar year with a superb 2-0 win at Everton.
Pep Guardiola insists Leicester were 'better' than Man City in the champions' 2-0 win as he reveals 'relief' at returning to winning ways after dismal run
29/12/24 05:56Pep Guardiola celebrated his 500th game in charge of Manchester City with a victory he believes will help rebuild the shattered confidence of his Premier League champions.
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Carlos Alcaraz reveals he partied in Ibiza for THREE DAYS straight before winning Wimbledon in new Netflix documentary Let his hair down 
Snooker icon reveals how he has been tamed by beauty queen partner 23 YEARS his junior after gambling away millions during his heyday
Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter bitter feud takes yet another twist as fans spot off-camera gesture at the Snooker World Championship Subtle move 
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn face-off for first time since 'egg-gate' - with security on red alert ahead of huge grudge match Explosive reunion? 
Lewis Hamilton's vegan burger company 'shuts down' leaving '150 jobless' after recording £8MILLION in losses New report claims 
Mykhailo Mudryk doping ban update as chief confirms Chelsea could SAVE a huge chunk of his £88m transfer fee Silver lining for Blues? 
Snooker star John Higgins reveals heart-breaking reason behind breaking down in BBC interview after reaching Last-16 at the Crucible Sad scenes 
Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts
Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne-soaked dressing room celebrations
Spain love triangle footballer makes red carpet debut with stunning new girlfriend as he tries to move on from the drama Moving on 
Luke Littler hints he will BOYCOTT tournaments in one country in cryptic social media post - after something he 'can't explain' happened there
Man United star Victor Lindelof's wife reveals the shocking real reason why he had to suddenly leave their Europa League win over Lyon mid-match
Watch: The moment Troy Deeney is SENT OFF on his Baller League debut - with former Watford star sparking brawl after clashing with opponent
Sheffield United star has to be held back as rival players clash during pitch invasion - after Burnley are promoted back to the Premier League
Federico Valverde scores stunning stoppage time winner as Real Madrid keep title hopes alive - while suspended Kylian Mbappe is BOOED in the stands by furious fans
Furious Max Verstappen hits out at F1's rulers and insists people 'can't handle the truth'... as a five-second penalty costs him in Saudi Arabia with rival Oscar Piastri claiming victory
Declan Rice gifted signed guitar by Ed Sheeran and challenged to 'play it next time' they meet - after the pair duetted at the England camp during Euro 2020
Ben Whittaker DENIES spitting at Liam Cameron's corner after being branded 'classless' by TV commentator for his reaction after second round victory
Tom Aspinall appears to aim a savage dig at Jon Jones over the UFC legend's doping history - as negotiations for huge heavyweight title fight drag on
Dimitri Payet's former mistress claims he 'forced her to film vile sex acts' and lifts lid on their 'fake wedding' behind wife of 20 years' back
Rory McIlroy's rumoured ex Amanda Balionis back on TV for the first time since his Masters win He became sixth man to clinch career Grand Slam 
Kobbie Mainoo posts throwback photo of himself wearing rival's kit to leave fans stunned as Man United star celebrates his 20th birthday
Cardiff place Aaron Ramsey in charge after sacking Omer Riza - with Arsenal legend given three games to save club from relegation
Nicky Butt 'is cautioned by police as he is revealed as the man who headbutted a security guard after being spotted urinating at his birthday party'
Inside the beating heart of Goodison Park as Everton fans prepare to bid farewell to the ground that has united their community for 133 years
Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy
Lewis Hamilton is blasted as 'f***ing dangerous' by F1 star at Saudi Arabian GP as Ferrari driver learns fate after investigation into incident
Paul Scholes sparks concern over his appearance during TV punditry gig for Man United's win over Lyon He was on punditry duty on Thursday night 
Doting dad Cristiano Ronaldo shows his softer side as footballer playfully celebrates daughter's 3rd birthday with heartwarming Instagram post
Neymar is carted off pitch in tears after ANOTHER injury blow, as joy of 100th home game for boyhood side Santos turns to despair Sad and familiar sight 
Jude Bellingham breaks silence after Real Madrid's humbling Champions League defeat by Arsenal - following clashes with Rice and Saka
Incredible moment the third fastest woman EVER turns up to her son's sports day mums' race... and shows no mercy Olympian at play 
Harry Kane fights back tears in front of fans as England captain's career-long trophy drought stretches past 15 years with Bayern Munich's shock defeat
Serena Williams claims she would have been 'banned for TWENTY YEARS' if tennis superstar had failed doping test like world No1 Jannik Sinner
Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll reacts to 'mystery blonde' who hugged him after Masters win Came after he had celebrated with family 
Myles Lewis-Skelly pokes fun at Antonio Rudiger after Real Madrid defender got away with STAMP on teenage star during Arsenal's victory
Arsenal WAGs enjoy memorable night in Madrid as Bukayo Saka's girlfriend Tolami Benson celebrates win over Real Champions League win 
Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move World No 1's exit 
Harriet Dart's spikiest on-court moments: A cut-throat rivalry and rows with umpires - after Brit star told opponent who smelt 'really bad' to put deodorant on
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif reveals body transformation plans to fight at the next Games - with eyes on another gold medal
Sport's ultimate power couple 'in deep CRISIS': Ex-Man United star Bastian Schweinsteiger and tennis ace Ana Ivanovic 'face marriage split after nine years'
British star Harriet Dart issues apology for asking umpire to tell her opponent to put deodorant on - before French player delivers hilarious response
Watch Unai Emery's priceless reactions to Aston Villa missing two golden chances to draw level with PSG in dramatic Champions League exit
Embarrassing moment Aston Villa play EUROPA LEAGUE anthem instead of Champions League theme as players line up for crunch quarter-final 
Princes William and George are joined by the Duke and Duchess of Westminster to watch Aston Villa's thrilling Champions League battle against PSG
Speedway champion Tai Woffinden provides health update after life-threatening crash left him in a coma He was airlifted to hospital for emergency treatment after collision 
Former Man United Premier League winner, 43, looks unrecognisable as he blends in with fans on his Old Trafford return Remember him? 
Tennis fans blast 'disrespectful' British star Harriet Dart after she asked umpire to tell her opponent to put DEODORANT on in mid-match complaint
Snooker star reveals he almost died from being spiked with KETAMINE on a night out as he thanks manager for saving his life
Rory McIlroy's chef reveals what could be on the menu for his Champions Dinner after Master win - and it's not Irish stew! Food for thought 
Inside the lavish $22m mansion that Rory McIlroy shares with wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy - as Masters champion returns home after Augusta triumph 
World Cup winner reveals rare genetic condition that leaves doctors wondering 'how he can WALK' - and reveals what he should have done sooner
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez shows off her huge 'engagement ring', weeks after he gave a savage reason for why he hasn't married her
Henry blasts Man United player for doing something he's 'never seen before' - as Carragher compares them to under-FIVES for goal conceded at Newcastle 
Bizarre error sees the WRONG Fulham player subbed off - with fuming boss Marco Silva told the decision can't be reversed after five-minute delay
EXCLUSIVE Rory McIlroy in line to be awarded freedom of his hometown after thrilling Masters victory completed career Grand Slam
Jack Grealish 'racks up £5,000 bar bill and copies Wolf of Wall Street gesture as Man City star parties in swanky London nightclub' 
Chelsea's toxic atmosphere is laid bare in new Stamford Bridge footage after Enzo Maresca appeared to go to war with his own fans after Ipswich draw
Football fans left perplexed and confused as Real Madrid legend Luka Modric, 39, becomes minority owner at mid-table Championship club
Barcelona women's star who touched an opponent's genitals and asked 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'inappropriate touching'
Newcastle star Dan Burn hailed as a 'legend' after being filmed pushing a stranger's broken-down car to safety Video goes viral 
Heartbreak for Tom Brady as Birmingham City lose EFL Trophy final after NFL legend jets in for Wembley clash Beaten by Peterborough 
Kylian Mbappe sent off for 'disgusting' horror challenge - just days before Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal
EXCLUSIVE Michael Schumacher signs Jackie Stewart crash helmet - with the aid of his wife - for charity auction... 12 years after horror skiing accident
Conor McGregor puts $500,000 bet on UFC 314 showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett after teasing potential comeback fight
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies' clash with Man United Howe had felt unwell earlier in week 
Tammy Abraham starts PRAYING after horrendous head clash knocked out AC Milan team-mate The sickening collision left Abraham concerned 
Shocking moment Masters star Max Homa smashes shot into helpless caddie... before screaming at him US star had a moment to forget 
Mohamed Salah SIGNS new £380,000-per-week Liverpool deal as club's owners break their own golden rule to keep 'The Egyptian King'
Andre Onana could be DROPPED for Man United's trip to Newcastle after Lyon horror show - as Ruben Amorim prepares to wield the axe
You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation
Football's podcast war: Gary Lineker sticks the knife into rival Gary Neville's pod for 'languishing miles behind' while he rakes in £1.4m profit
Manchester United supporters accuse French police of tear-gassing them after being kept behind in the stadium following 2-2 draw in Lyon
Paul Scholes blasts Andre Onana for his two blunders in Man United's 2-2 draw against Lyon - as goalkeeper endures nightmare evening
Luke Littler upstaged by hometown hero Nathan Aspinall in Manchester - as 'The Asp' claims Premier League Darts win in front of Wayne Rooney
Conor McGregor posts training clip - teasing comeback and declares which UFC 314 fight he is 'interested' in Will we see a return? 
Prince William goes through emotional rollercoaster watching his beloved Aston Villa in Paris as he relishes 'making really important memories' with George
Rory McIlroy's daughter Poppy upstages her dad with astonishing putt at iconic Masters Par-3 contest Poppy lit up Augusta 
Jude Bellingham's dismissive reaction to manager Carlo Ancelotti caught in new footage from Arsenal loss - with Real Madrid boss 'mortally wounded'
Injured Gabriel is glued to his seat under a blanket as his wife goes wild at Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid Warm celebrations 
Meet the owners of 1,900-square-foot house next to Masters golf course who have turned down MILLIONS to sell to Augusta National owners
Fans hail 'humble' Rice for his brilliant interview with Arsenal legend Henry after scoring TWO free-kicks in Champions League win over Real Madrid
Three Real stars called out for 'no sign of life' in Spanish press after loss at Arsenal: 'Tragedy in London'... 'A shipwreck'... 'Humiliation'
Fans joke Micah Richards could be SACKED for 'crude' on-air gag that left Jamie Carragher in stitches Remark saw Carragher burst out laughing 
Kylian Mbappe's priceless reaction to Declan Rice scoring TWO incredible free-kicks in 12 minutes as Arsenal secure dominant Champions League win
Jockey who was banned after riding tragic Celebre d'Allen at Grand National DELETES his social media following backlash from Aintree
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Ian Wright REJECTS Eni Aluko's apology, as he breaks silence on her accusing him of 'blocking' opportunities...
Inside Wrexham's historic promotion: Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's spine-tingling speeches, expletive...
Barcelona vs Real Madrid - Copa Del Rey Final: Live score, team news and updates from El Clasico cup final
Crystal Palace 3-0 Aston Villa - PLAYER RATINGS: Which Eagles star put on a performance they will never...
Revealed: Maya Jama, Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Ashley Walters, and England internationals are among the...
Eberechi Eze is Crystal Palace's FA Cup semi-final winning star forged in 'Concrete Catalonia' and being...
Chris Eubank Jr's weight cut has turned this fight on its head - from physicality to temperament, here's...
The Eubanks are REUNITED: Father and son bury the hatchet as Chris Eubank Sr walks side-by-side with Jr on...
Ipswich RELEGATED from the Premier League after 3-0 loss at Newcastle - as Eddie Howe makes dugout return...
Where IS Cole Palmer going? Fans mock Chelsea star's BIZARRE sprint away from Stamford Bridge after beating...
Matheus Cunha has Man United fans licking their lips as irrepressible Red Devils' target inspires Wolves to...
'I just want to give him a hug': Mail Sport sits down with David 'Bumble' Lloyd to watch the harrowing...
Wrexham's Hollywood fairy-tale continues as Ryan Reynolds and wife Blake Lively celebrate famous win over...
PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU name the Fulham team from their 2-2 draw with Chelsea back in 2006? Or pick YOUR...
GRAEME SOUNESS: Morgan Gibbs-White is a super talent, up there with the best. But there's one area he can...
Bruno Fernandes has gone from unsuitable Man United captain to their 'glue' and 'social connector'... he...
Inside Leeds United's return to 'The Promised Land' - and what they will do next: Four summer signing...
Copa del Rey final thrown into chaos as Real Madrid withdraw from pre-match activities and match official...
- Ian Wright REJECTS Eni Aluko's apology, as he breaks silence on her accusing him of 'blocking' opportunities for women in football
- Copa del Rey final thrown into chaos as Real Madrid withdraw from pre-match activities and match official breaks down CRYING in response to critical video shared by Los Blancos' in-house TV channel
- Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively jet in as Wrexham close in on promotion to the Championship - as Deadpool star pours pints and parties with fans ahead of crunch Charlton clash
- Chris Eubank Jr MAKES the weight for grudge showdown with Conor Benn on Saturday night - coming in 0.6lbs under 170lbs limit
- The cheapest ticket going for £675, pubs preparing to be drunk dry and even special edition pies! Mail Sport hits the streets of Liverpool as fans gear up for wild title celebrations to banish Covid memories
- Chris Eubank Jr's weigh-in farce shows Conor Benn showdown is more of a marketing masterpiece than a bona fide brawl, writes JEFF POWELL
- White men 'blocked' from applying for jobs at Premier League clubs including Man United and Liverpool, as they advertise 'only to women and ethnic minority candidates'
- Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa - FA Cup RECAP: Eagles blow Unai Emery's sorry side away to reach final
- Dimitri Payet insists relationship with former mistress was 'consensual' in new testimony after ex-girlfriend accused ex-West Ham star of 'forcing her to film bizarre sex acts' and 'drink her own urine'
- Humiliating NFL Draft moment as Shedeur Sanders' dreams are crushed by brutal prank call
- Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn Live: Start time, undercard, scorecard and round-by-round updates as Chris Eubank Sr arrives with his son for bitter grudge match after branding him 'a disgrace'
- Chelsea vs Everton - Premier League RECAP: Nicolas Jackson breaks his barren spell with his first goal of 2025 as Blues boost their hopes of securing Champions League football
- PREMIER LEAGUE RECAP: Brighton and Fulham net dramatic late winners as Newcastle send Ipswich back to the Championship
- Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft nightmare continues as humiliated QB plummets out of third round in worst slide in history... despite Trump's demand
- Wayne Rooney's son leaves fans in stitches with hilarious drawing of Man United legend
- How to train like Conor Benn: 156-pound fighter details hour-by-hour plan he is using to beat Chris Eubank Jr
- Darwin Nunez appears to aim DIG at Liverpool in now-deleted tweet amid speculation over his future
- Boxing's most bitter fight night: Chris Eubank Jr takes on Conor Benn, son of his famous father's greatest rival, but Chris Sr refuses to attend amid a failed drugs test, 'egg-gate' - and a promoter who's dating the opposition's sister
- Inside Chris Eubank Sr's fractured relationship with son Jr after fighter ignored boxing legend father's desperate pleas to abandon 'illegal' fight with Conor Benn
- Chris Eubank Sr launches fresh attack on son ahead of crunch Conor Benn showdown - claiming he 'has never understood what boxing is about'
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