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Sharks v Clermont Auvergne – EPCR Challenge Cup LIVE

May 4, 2024

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Challenge Cup – May 4th, 2024

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World Snooker Championship semi-finals live – Bingham resumes level against Jones

May 4, 2024

Final Weekend Klaxon

Morning folks! Here we go with day 15 of the 2024 World Snooker Championship. Today we’ll be sorting out the identity of the two finalists, and we’ll start with the resumption of a match that’s tighter than two coats of paint. It’s Stuart Bingham against Jak Jones, and it’s locked at 8-8.

What a day this should be. The Premier League’s greatest ever player has been enjoying the semi-finals so far too.

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‘Do I take the risk now? Is it worth it?’ – O’Sullivan on the challenges of top-level snooker

Ronnie O’Sullivan provided an insight into competing at the highest level, with it being a balance of playing the opponent and the table.

O’Sullivan is viewed by the majority as the greatest player to pick up a cue, and has seven world titles on his glittering CV.

The World Championship has reached the semi-final stage, with Bingham facing Jak Jones and Kyren Wilson taking on David Gilbert.

The matches are tight, and pressure will ramp up as the winning line approaches.

When asked in the Eurosport studio if you are playing the balls or the opponent, O’Sullivan replied: “A bit of both.

“Some players you know if you play a certain style that you stand up to them it can affect them.”

Read the full interview here.

World Snooker Championship Schedule Saturday May 4

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Stuart Bingham 8-8 Jak Jones

Kyren Wilson 14-10 David Gilbert

Stuart Bingham 8-8 Jak Jones

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Beterbiev v Bivol world title fight postponed after champion suffers training injury

May 4, 2024

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Raya wins Premier League Golden Glove after clean sheet tally becomes unassailable

May 3, 2024

Man Utd linked with Roque, Guehi and Olise deals – Paper Round

May 3, 2024

Man Utd linked with Roque loan

Manchester United are one of several teams that could make a move for Barcelona striker Vitor Roque.

The Sun reports that due to financial regulations, Barcelona may struggle to register the player for next season, which could technically make him a free agent, though the teenager would prefer to go out on loan instead.

The paper reports: “The Brazilian star has impressed since arriving at Barcelona from Athletico Paranaense.

“Roque, 19, has scored twice for the La Liga giants in his 13 appearances and is expected to get even better.

“However, he could be set for a quick exit from Barcelona due to registration rules.

“This has sparked the interest of Sevilla, Real Betis, Napoli and Nice as well as Man United.

“However, it is claimed that Roque wants to remain at Barcelona and would only consider going out on loan.”

Palace prepare for Olise and Guehi exits

Marc Guehi and Michael Olise are both linked with a move to Manchester United this summer, but Crystal Palace are also weighing up the futures of seven other players.

Contract talks have begun over a host of squad members, who could all move on.

The Evening Standard states: ”Crystal Palace have opened talks with seven players out of contract this summer, including captain Joel Ward.

“Will Hughes has already extended his stay, signing a new one-year deal last week and Eagles’ sporting director Dougie Freedman — wanted by Newcastle — has opened conversations this week with others set to become free agents in July.

“As well as Ward, the futures of Nathaniel Clyne, James Tomkins, Jairo Riedewald, Nathan Ferguson and Remi Matthews are all uncertain.

“A number of major Premier League clubs continue to track Guehi, and he could leave Palace this summer for a new challenge.

“So could Michael Olise, who is enjoying his best campaign in a Palace shirt and is one of the key figures Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Manchester United are considering moving for ahead of next season.”

Wrexham linked with Vardy move

The future of Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy remains unclear, with the veteran yet to sign fresh terms with the Foxes.

Instead, the Daily Mail suggests that Wrexham might offer him a new challenge in League One.

The paper writes: “Wrexham director Humphrey Ker hasn’t ruled out the possibility of the Red Dragons making an audacious move for Jamie Vardy, with the striker out of contract at the end of the campaign.

“The Welsh club, owned by Hollywood A-Listers Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, saw their fairy tale rise back up the football pyramid continued this season and they enjoyed a second successive promotion.

“Phil Parkinson’s side finished second on their return to League Two and will be playing in the third tier next season.

“The 37-year-old hit 20 goals to see the Foxes bounce straight back to the big time, however, his deal runs out at the end of the season and yet to sign a new contract with the club. “

Newcastle prepare to sell marquee name

Newcastle United could have to sell one of their star players this summer in order to balance the books for Profit and Sustainability Rules.

Alexander Isak had been suggested as one potential sacrifice, but the Mirror seems to think he will be kept on.

The paper explains: “Agents are nervous ahead of the summer transfer window amid fears Premier League clubs will have to be cautious again.

“It is a situation which affects clubs at all levels because big clubs might have to sell and balance the books to bring in significant signings while mid-table teams are even holding off on Championship players who are expecting to move into the Premier League next season.

“Newcastle have admitted that they might have to sell a big name this summer, but that is unlikely to be Alexander Isak as they do not want to lose their star striker. Arsenal are looking at younger targets to compliment their squad while Isak has also had a few injury issues along the way.

“That also goes for Wolves winger Pedro Neto, who appeals to a few Premier League clubs but his recent injury record and his tendency to miss games must be a concern.”

Rublev ‘putting emotions in right direction’ after beating Fritz to reach final

May 3, 2024

Andrey Rublev said his impressive run to the Madrid Open final is down to improved mental strength after eliminating Taylor Fritz in the last four.

The world No. 8, who is known for displaying his emotions on court, was on a four-match losing streak heading into the ATP Masters 1000 tournament.

But he has only dropped one set on his way to the final in the Spanish capital, overcoming Fritz 6-4 6-3 in a dominant 73-minute semi-final performance on Friday.

Fritz started well, breaking Rublev in the opening game of the encounter. But the seventh seed responded quickly, targeting his opponent’s second serve to immediately reclaim the break.

Rublev hardly looked back, breaking Fritz again in the 10th game to take the first set.

The second set lasted just over half an hour as Rublev kept his opponent at bay, building on an impressive quarter-final victory against home favourite Carlos Alcaraz.

“Mentally I was feeling much better and I was able to perform,” said Rublev, when asked for the reason behind his resurgence in form.

“Putting emotions in the right direction. For sure it has helped me to reach the final. Without this, I would not be in the final.”

Standing in the way of Rublev and a second career Masters 1000 title is Felix Auger-Aliassime, who progressed to the final after his opponent Jiri Lehecka was forced to retire with a back injury.

Just six games had gone by when Lehecka left the court for treatment from a physio, throwing in the towel shortly afterwards.

It meant that Auger-Aliassime has played just three full matches to reach his maiden Masters final. Jakub Mensik retired in the second set of their third-round match, while Jannik Sinner was unable to play their quarter-final clash due to a hip injury.

“It’s crazy. I don’t know if it’s ever happened to a player before,” said Auger-Aliassime. “It’s kind of a weird situation to be in on my part.

“It’s never happened to me in my career so far, a withdrawal or a walkover or retirement of this sort, and back-to-back like this. I couldn’t believe what was happening when I saw his back locked on him.

“I feel really bad for him. I’ve had injuries myself, and we can all imagine how it feels to come out on a night like this, hoping to win to go through, having a battle with your opponent, and not being able to play.

“I have a lot of empathy for Jiri, and I can’t do anything but try to prepare for Sunday.”

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Exclusive: Arteta praises ‘unbelievable’ mindset of Arsenal squad – ‘They’re not satisfied’

May 3, 2024

UEFA confirm Euro 2024 squad size increase from 23 to 26 players

May 3, 2024

Luton Town v Everton – Premier League LIVE

May 3, 2024

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Luton held by Everton to remain in relegation zone

May 3, 2024

Luton’s hopes of survival are dwindling by the game. A hard-fought 1-1 draw with Everton at Kenilworth Road was not enough to move them out of the relegation zone, and now they have played a game more than the teams around them.

Everton clinched survival last weekend, which many felt increased Luton’s chances of victory, though there were never much danger of a Sean Dyche team phoning it in. They defended resolutely, heading away cross after cross, and ensured Jordan Pickford had a relatively quiet night.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin put them ahead in the first half, clipping a penalty straight down the middle after Teden Mengi was penalised for trying to bear hug Jarrad Branthwaite at a corner.

Elijah Adebayo, starting for the first time since February, equalised with a terrific goal in the 31st minute.

But though Luton dominated the second half, they struggled to create any clear chances and only really threatened a winner during a pulsating injury-time onslaught.

The draw continues a desperate run of form for Luton. They have won only one of their last 15 league games, picking up only seven points in that time. It has left them needing favours from elsewhere – starting tomorrow when Nottingham Forest go to Sheffield United and Burnley host Newcastle.

More to follow.