5 h. ago Man City XI vs Nottingham Forest: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for FA Cup semi

Pep Guardiola offers positive updates on Rodri and Erling Haaland amid Ederson question for Wembley

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6 h. ago Your Guardian Sport weekend: Liverpool on verge, FA Cup semis, Women’s Six Nations finale and London Marathon

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Triumph in FA Cup will not undo damage to Man City’s winning reputation, says Pep Guardiola

Guardiola’s hopes of silverware rest on the FA Cup as they travel to Wembley for their semi-final clash with Nottingham Forest

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9 h. ago Britain's funniest tipster answers your prayers with a top tip for the next Pope

Britain's funniest tipster answers your prayers with a top tip for the next Pope in the latest edition of Wardy's Wagers. Elsewhere, our man has some ideas about the FA Cup Semi Finals

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10 h. ago Slot on Liverpool’s final title push; Hürzeler’s João Pedro frustration; FA Cup: football – live

Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look forFixtures | Latest tables | And you can also email DavidIf you’re planning an idle non-football related trip to Liverpool this weekend this weekend, I’d probably advise against it. No doubt the city will be absolutely packed with fans ready to bask in the warm glow of the club’s 20th league title – and second in the Premier League era.That previous title was in the 2019/20 Covid season, so this will be a proper chance to celebrate drawing level with Manchester United. Slot said he hoped Liverpool’s fans would bring their usual level of noise and support I think it might be a little louder than normal, Arne. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Liverpool's Premier League title clash and FA Cup spoiled in 'colossal mess' as fans rage

Fans have hit out at the ridiculous decision to schedule Liverpool’s potential Premier League-winning clash with Tottenham at the same time as the FA Cup semi-final

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13 h. ago Slot on Liverpool’s final title push, FA Cup and WCL semis, plus team news: football – live

Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look forFixtures | Latest tables | And you can also email DominicIf you’re planning an idle non-football related trip to Liverpool this weekend this weekend, I’d probably advise against it. No doubt the city will be absolutely packed with fans ready to bask in the warm glow of the club’s 20th league title – and second in the Premier League era.That previous title was in the 2019/20 Covid season, so this will be a proper chance to celebrate drawing level with Manchester United. Slot said he hoped Liverpool’s fans would bring their usual level of noise and support I think it might be a little louder than normal, Arne. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Fresh Man City ticket announcement should send shivers down the spine of club officials

Manchester City are yet to sell out their allocation for Sunday's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley against Nottingham Forest.

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23 h. ago Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Chelsea to give youth a chance, Ipswich look to prolong the inevitable and Jamie Vardy begins his swansongTyrique George has caught the eye since breaking into Chelsea’s first team. A homegrown talent, the 19-year-old winger has done well in his Conference League outings and is in contention for his first start in the league when Enzo Maresca’s side host Everton in Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off. Fast, direct and sharp on the ball, George has quickly become a favourite with supporters and he lifted some of the pressure off Maresca after coming off the bench to score an excellent equaliser in Chelsea’s comeback win at Fulham last weekend. Thrown on as a striker, George made it 1-1 with a fine shot from the edge of the area. It was the latest in a series of positive contributions from the teenager. His enthusiasm could make a difference against Everton. Jacob SteinbergChelsea v Everton, Premier League, Saturday 12.30pm (all times BST)Brighton v West Ham, Premier League, Saturday 3pmNew...

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25 h. ago Maxence Lacroix: ‘One day I will be in the France team – but right now I want to win this Cup’

Crystal Palace defender on dreaming of FA Cup glory, Oliver Glasner and the importance of faith to the teamMaxence Lacroix is treating Saturday’s FA Cup semi-final at Wembley as just another game but the same can’t be said of his mother. “She’s more stressed than me right now,” the Crystal Palace defender says. “But I think it’s really good for a mother or father to see their son running his dream and playing this type of game because she knew it was difficult before and now she sees her son growing, having a family and doing what he wants. So I think she’s proud, a little bit stressed but it’s all right.”Growing up in Ajat, a village in the Dordogne, Lacroix knew he was never going to follow in his mother Corrine’s footsteps by becoming a doctor. Having moved to Germany from the French side Sochaux as a 20-year-old after coming through the prestigious Clairefontaine academy, he reunited with Oliver Glasner – his former manager at Wolfsburg – in south London last summer. The elegant...

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34 h. ago Liverpool’s title chance, the FA Cup semis and walkers: Football Weekly Extra

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Seb Hutchinson and Dan Bardell as Manchester City get a vital win over Aston Villa in the hunt for Champions League footballRate, review, share on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Audioboom, Mixcloud, Acast and Stitcher, and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and email.On the podcast today: two midweek Premier League games to review. One more consequential than the other as Manchester City go third with a late win over Aston Villa. In the other fixture, Crystal Palace score two brilliant goals to claim a point at Arsenal. Continue reading...

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49 h. ago Palace’s Mateta punishes Arsenal muddle to leave Liverpool one point from title

Liverpool’s coronation as Premier League champions will have to wait a few more days, although it’s now only a matter of when, not if. In a match that could have represented a microcosm of their domestic season, Arsenal appeared to be heading towards a narrow victory over a dogged Crystal Palace side after Jakub Kiwior and Leandro Trossard cancelled out Eberechi Eze’s brilliant volley. But an uncharacteristic mistake from William Saliba allowed the substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta to equalise and earn a deserved point for Palace, who will now head to Wembley for their FA Cup semi-final against Aston Villa on Saturday full of confidence.Liverpool’s players had gathered to watch events unfold in north London knowing that a defeat would seal a record-equalling 20th league title with five games still to play. They now have a 12-point lead with a vastly superior goal difference, with a draw against Tottenham on Sunday all that is required to make it official. At least Arsenal – who look d...

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3 d. ago Oliver Glasner: Palace playing Arsenal just before cup semi not the best choice

The Eagles face one of the toughest fixtures of the season on Wednesday, and less than 70 hours later play one of the biggest matches in their history

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3 d. ago Oliver Glasner reveals Crystal Palace thwarted in attempts to get Arsenal match moved

Eagles boss bemoans scheduling after being given one day less than Aston Villa to prepare for FA Cup semi-final clash at Wembley

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4 d. ago Ester Sokler hands Aberdeen fresh injury blow as Jimmy Thelin denied full clean bill of health ahead of run

The striker was absent from Saturday's Scottish Cup semi final victory against Hearts

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5 d. ago Celtic vs St Johnstone player ratings: Constant menace, the key, 8/10 bright spark

How we rated performances of Celtic and St Johnstone players in Scottish Cup semi-final at Hampden Park.

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5 d. ago Hearts face Lawrence Shankland injury sweat as Aberdeen knock at Hampden spark hamstring fears

The striker limped off in extra-time during the Scottish Cup semi-final defeat to the Dons

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5 d. ago St Johnstone vs Celtic LIVE score and goal updates from the Scottish Cup semi final clash at Hampden

The remaining place is up for grabs in next month's Scottish Cup final - who will join Aberdeen in the Hampden showpiece?

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5 d. ago St Johnstone 0 Celtic 0 LIVE score and goal updates from the Scottish Cup semi final at Hampden

The remaining place is up for grabs in next month's Scottish Cup final - who will join Aberdeen in the Hampden showpiece?

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5 d. ago Confident, ambitious, serious – the Nuno effect is taking Forest into dreamland

Those who know the man behind the stern facade all attest to the special qualities of a manager who has taken club to unexpected heightsCommunication is key for Nuno Espírito Santo, whether it is speaking to his squad, playing music or guiding horses over jumps. Simple and clear messages make working for and with the Nottingham Forest head coach uncomplicated, because everybody knows what is demanded of them on and off the pitch.The only place Nuno’s methods have not worked at is Tottenham, where he returns on Monday with Forest, who are in a race to qualify for the Champions League and are preparing for an FA Cup semi-final. The Portuguese was never the right fit in north London, lasting four months before being dismissed, but he will not be out for revenge: the league table has done that for him. Continue reading...

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