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Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has explained his altercation with a supporter during his team's 2-0 defeat against Brentford on Saturday.

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Chelsea fan insulted JacksonPochettino exchanged wordsBlues beaten 2-0 by BrentfordWHAT HAPPENED?

The Chelsea manager exchanged words with a Blues supporter during the Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge. The spectator said something to Nicolas Jackson while Pochettino was talking to him, sparking an angry reaction from the attacker. The coach had to turn Jackson's head back to face him after being distracted.

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The defeat is Chelsea's third on home soil in the Premier League this season and their disappointing results have sparked concern among Blues supporters. Despite the interaction, Pochettino says the fan was respectful when the Argentine confronted him.

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"It was a moment we all feel frustrated because after 40 minutes playing well and creating chances in that moment the energy of the stadium was a bit down," Pochettino told reporters. “Because it was really calm [we could hear that] one fan said: ‘Oh, wake up’ and abuse a little bit. Nicolas was losing a bit of a focus and I was saying: ‘Hey, come on, be focused here’.

"I repeat again, we need support and to stay behind the team and that’s it. I was very respectful and the fan was respectful … and the player took it in a bad way. It’s normal because the player wanted to score and do a good thing. Nothing more."

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Chelsea will attempt to get back to winning ways when they meet Blackburn in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.

Leah Williamson, Mary Earps and Chloe Kelly are among the England Lionesses to have joined the likes of Paul Mullin and Gary Lineker at the GQ Awards.

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England internationals grace the red carpetGoalkeeper among those to pick up a prizeWrexham frontman also gets suited upWHAT HAPPENED?

The glitzy Men of the Year ceremony for 2023 took place at the Royal Opera House in London on Wednesday evening. Famous names from the worlds of television, music and sport graced the red carpet ahead of the annual event staged by the fashion and culture magazine.

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England and Arsenal captain Williamson, who missed the 2023 Women’s World Cup through injury, dazzled onlookers at the star-studded event – with international colleagues Earps and Kelly joining her, along with former Lionesses hero Alex Scott.

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Spanish World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso was also on the guest list, with an iconic venue in the English capital swapping songs for gongs. Manchester United goalkeeper Earps was among the 20 honourees to pick up a prize on the night.

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Ex-England striker Lineker – who now hosts Match of the Day on the BBC – and prolific Wrexham frontman Paul Mullin suited up for the evening, while Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin brought his unique sense of style to the most glamorous of occasions.

Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to be less than impressed at the tactical advice handed out by Bruno Fernandes during Portugal’s clash with Iceland.

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Euro 2024 qualifier against IcelandPortugal progress with 100 per cent recordAll-time great heading to another major tournamentWHAT HAPPENED?

The Manchester United playmaker had given his country the lead in that contest when breaking the deadlock in the 37th minute. He clearly thought that there was more to come from those around him, with an animated discussion taking place in the tunnel before the players emerged for the second half.

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Fernandes is club captain at Old Trafford and prides himself on being a leader. He was eager to get his point across to the likes of Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva, Ruben Dias and Diogo Costa. Some of his words were, however, falling on deaf ears.

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Portugal skipper Ronaldo decided that he had heard enough when turning and heading back to the pitch, with a smirk aimed in the direction of Silva before then raising his eyebrows towards a nearby camera.

Brazilian winger Antony was absent from Manchester United's squad for their match against Everton on Sunday, with youngster Joe Hugill called up.

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Antony left out of Man Utd squadYoungster Hugill named in teamShaw & Mainoo back in for UnitedWHAT HAPPENED?

The Red Devils travelled to Goodison Park to take on the Toffees on Sunday, but were without the attacker, who had featured in each of their last five Premier League matches. In his place, United academy product Hugill was given his first call up to the senior team.

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Antony has been ruled out with a knock, adding to United's already sizeable injury list, reports. They were also without Lisandro Martinez, Jonny Evans, Tyrell Malacia, Casemiro, Mason Mount and Christian Eriksen for Sunday's game. United coach Erik ten Hag was, however, able to welcome Luke Shaw and Kobe Mainoo back into the team after they recovered from injury.

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Antony has featured nine times in the Premier League but started just three of those matches and has not yet scored a goal or registered any assists. His absence allowed 20-year-old forward Hugill a surprise chance with the Red Devils' senior team. The youngster has scored six goals in eight appearances in Premier League 2 this season.

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Ten Hag's team got off to a flyer against Everton with a Goal of the Season contender from Alejandro Garnacho inside three minutes. They were eighth in the table heading into the clash at Goodison Park, while the Toffees sit 19th after being deducted 10 points.

Wrexham will face League One side Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup third round if they manage to beat Yeovil Town FC on Sunday.

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Wrexham could face Shrewsbury Town in FA Cup third-roundSet to face Yeovil Town in the second round on SundayBeat Mansfield in the first roundWHAT HAPPENED?

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney-owned Wrexham will face League One side Shrewsbury Town in the third round of the FA Cup provided they beat sixth-tier side Yeovil Town at SToK Racecourse on Sunday.

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The Red Dragons are set to take the field in front of a sold crowd at their home ground on Sunday as the club received an overwhelming response from the fans ahead of their crucial FA Cup second-round fixture.

Star midfielder George Evans expressed his gratitude towards the fans for showing love to the team and turning up for games in numbers.

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The Glovers have confirmed, in an official statement, that their beloved mascot, the Jolly Green Giant, has been denied permission to lead their players onto the pitch during the match. It's not certain if the home team made the call, or if the FA or TV broadcasters have stepped in.

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WHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM

Phil Parkinson's side are in red-hot form in the ongoing season and have lost just once in their last 14 appearances across all competitions.

There is no doubt that they will be the favourites to progress to the third round of the FA Cup on Sunday.

USMNT star Christian Pulisic has reflected on Milan's disappointing Serie A loss to Monza on social media.

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Milan lose to Monza 4-2, concede two late goalsPulisic scored belter in 88' to level match 2-2American reflects on performance WHAT HAPPENED?

The Rossoneri went down 2-0 to Monza in the first-half of their Serie A clash on Sunday, only for Milan to storm back in the second-half, with Pulisic equalizing in the 88th minute. His stunning attempt saw his teammates erupt with applause and excitement, but it was short-lived.

A 52nd-minute red card to Luka Jovic already put Milan at a disadvantage in the match, and it came back to haunt them in stoppage-time, with Monza scoring not once, but twice to win 4-2.

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The American winger dubbed Sunday one of the "Ups and downs of football" on his Instagram story.

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Pulisic scored his seventh goal of the Serie A season on Sunday, and even though the Rossoneri threw away a point late, it was a promising bench cameo for the American. Stefano Pioli's decision to bench both the American and Rafael Leao has since not gone over well with fans on social media, but with Milan playing just three days before in the Europa League, his decision-making has validity.

Regardless, though, Pulisic's stunning left-footed goal should have meant more for the Rossoneri, who could have leapfrogged Juventus into second place in Serie A with a win. Instead, they stay in third.

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The Rossoneri return to European action this week, with a Europa league clash against Rennes. Milan lead the aggregate score of the tie 3-0 heading into leg 2 this week.

Manchester United's new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe faces a blow in his bid to replace Old Trafford as the government will reject a plea for funds.

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Ratcliffe wants to build 'national stadium' in the northGovernment will reject approach for public money to be usedOld Trafford would be knocked downWHAT HAPPENED?

reports that the British government will reject any plea from Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS to use public money to help fund a new national stadium in the north of England, that would serve as Manchester United's new home, following the proposed demolition of Old Trafford.

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The report claims that the government have made it abundantly clear that United would need to fund any new stadium themselves. Ratcliffe, though, wants to discuss his plans with the government, as he also intends to potentially regenerate the area surrounding Old Trafford in the coming months and years.

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While the government would reportedly be willing to fund regenerative projects around Old Trafford, they are not minded to help fund the construction of an entirely new stadium, per the report. Ratcliffe has not yet spoken directly with any ministers but that conversation may well take place in due course.

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In the meantime, United will be back in action at Old Trafford on Saturday when they host Fulham. A win would move them level on points with fifth-placed Tottenham.

Neymar has been criticised for his alleged "absurd" role in Dani Alves' sexual assault case following the latter's four-and-a-half year sentence.

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Alves jailed for 4.5 years for rapeNeymar slammed for "absurd" roleAllegedly gave ex-team-mate €150kWHAT HAPPENED?

Alves, 40, wasjailed for four and a half yearsafter being found guilty of raping a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in December 2022. After Brazilian Minister for Women Cida Goncalves called the sentence "soft" for such an "atrocity" (via ), President of the Worker’s Party and representative Gleisi Hoffman has hit out at Neymar for allegedly paying the €150,000 (£129,000/$164,000) in damages that ex-Brazil and Barcelona team-mate Alves was supposed to pay the victim.

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Hoffman said, via : "The conviction of the rapist Daniel Alves is pedagogical and exemplary, it shows that society no longer tolerates sexist and misogynistic behaviour. The absurd thing was that he borrowed money from Neymar, paid the compensation and reduced the sentence, something that does not solve anything for the victim, it does not erase their suffering."

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Alves had a glittering career, playing for Barcelona, Brazil, Paris Saint-Germain, Sevilla, and more, but the rape charge has forever tarnished his legacy. He was arguably the greatest right-back of his generation but this changes how he will be remembered in perpetuity.

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Alves is likely to appeal this verdict, so a response to that will happen in due course. Incidentally, in Spain, a rape claim is investigated under the accusation of sexual assault and convictions can lead from four to 15 years in prison.

Mary Earps has showed off her "international break camera roll" on Instagram following England's thumping friendly wins over Austria and Italy.

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England win international double headerEarps features against Italy and AustriaPosts international break camera rollGetty/GOALWHAT HAPPENED?

Following the Lionesses 7-2 win over Austria a week ago and the 5-1 victory against Italy a few days later, Manchester United stopper Earps took to social media to show some photos of her in England training and enjoying her surroundings in Spain – where both their matches have taken place.

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The 30-year-old wrote on Instagram: "…international break camera roll."

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With no major tournament for the Lionesses in 2024, England's biggest stars will now focus on domestic football as the Women's Super League returns this weekend after the completion of the international break.

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Earps' United side – who sit fourth in the WSL, 10 points behind joint leaders Chelsea and Manchester City – travel to lowly West Ham on Sunday. They cannot afford any slip ups if they are to complete an unlikely recovery and finish in the top three this season.

Liverpool have been handed a boost to their chances of signing AS Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, as per a report from Football Insider. 

The lowdown: Strong interest

As the Reds continue their quest for more silverware this season, away from matters on the field new sporting director Julian Ward is already hard at work outlining the summer’s top targets.

Recent reports have heavily linked the Anfield club with a sensational swoop for Tchouameni, while Calvin Ramsay is also thought to be a main target as Jurgen Klopp attempts to further strengthen an already well-stocked squad.

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Now as the Ligue 1 campaign heads into its own final two games with Monaco currently sitting third and in next season’s UEFA Champions League as a result, the French outfit may already be bracing themselves for life after their highly sought after 22-year-old.

The latest: Monaco now ready to sell

As per a recruitment source at FI, Monaco are believed to be ‘putting together a list of targets’ in order to replace Tchouameni this summer.

The report calls it a ‘major development’ and a ‘boost’ for Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City, whilst elsewhere Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have both been tipped to challenge for the defensive midfielder’s signature.

It’s claimed that the youngster, described as ‘exceptional’ by French football journalist Julien Laurens, has ‘excited’ talent spotters of the Premier League clubs and Monaco are now ready to cash in.

The verdict: Win the race

Put simply, given the levels of competition from England and indeed Europe’s elite, Liverpool and moreover, FSG, must do everything in their power to win the race for the exciting eight-cap France star.

So far this season, Tchouameni has scored five times and provided two assists in 48 appearances across all competitions, taking his overall career tally to 130 senior domestic outings despite his tender years.

Holding a market value of £36million and under contract in France until 2024 (Transfermarkt), if indeed Monaco are preparing for a sale then Liverpool must do whatever it takes to bring in the combative ace, who is already an experienced operator for both club and country.

In other news, journalist drops contract claim regarding Liverpool star. Read more here.