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Derby County would have bitterly disappointed with their 3-2 loss against Norwich City at the weekend, with the performance of the Rams up-and-down on the day, alongside a controversial refereeing display stealing the headlines post-match.

Before this narrow loss, the Rams were unbeaten in ten on home soil, but a fortuitous opening goal for the Canaries – which could have been ruled out on another day owing to the ball looking to be out of play in the build-up – would swing the tie in favour of the visitors from Norfolk.

Away from the man in the middle, Paul Warne will have been disappointed with a number of his key performers when the full-time whistle was sounded, as Derby succumbed to their first defeat at Pride Park this campaign.

Derby's main underperformers vs Norwich

Derby’s glowing home form had been down to the exploits of Kayden Jackson putting chances away, but it was also massively helped by Jacob Widell Zetterstrom being rock solid in-between the sticks for his side.

The new Rams goalkeeper wasn’t his confident best against the Canaries, with Borja Sainz picking up a hat-trick at the expense of the Swedish shot-stopper, who made just three saves all afternoon.

Whilst Sainz was a controversial goalscoring hero on the day, the aforementioned Jackson fluffed his lines multiple times, which included a glaring miss in the first minute after being found in lots of space by a rampaging Nathaniel Mendez-Laing.

Likewise, Jerry Yates was ineffective up top as the sole striker, with zero shots managed on Angus Gunn’s goal, as the ex-Blackpool striker continues to fire worrying blanks for his new employers.

However, Warne could be tempted to ruffle a few feathers by dropping Mendez-Laing for his side’s clash away at Sunderland tonight, after the Rams captain blew hot and cold against Norwich.

That was reflected in Derbyshire Live journalist Leigh Curtis’ post-match thoughts, with Curtis handing out a low 6/10 rating to the experienced winger after the dust had settled, stating that he only had a ‘couple’ of bright moments in the entertaining early kick-off.

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He was quiet in patches, with the ex-Cardiff City attacker managing zero shots on target, whilst Corey Blackett-Taylor starred when coming on with his Rams goalscoring duck broken late on.

Why Blackett-Taylor could now start for Derby

The former Charlton Athletic attacker could now start over his 32-year-old teammate tonight, who might well do with the rest, as more and more second tier games come thick and fast.

The 27-year-old hasn’t really been given enough gametime in a Derby shirt to date to really explode into life at Pride Park, with only 14 outings coming his way since a move earlier in the year.

Yet, his consolation strike against the Canaries could be the springboard for Blackett-Taylor to gain more minutes, as another option Warne can rely on down the left away from overworking Mendez-Laing.

Blackett Taylor’s EFL record away from Derby
Team	Games	Goals	Assists
Charlton	97	20	13
Tranmere Rovers	62	8	8
Walsall	10	0	0
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Making a name for himself at the Addicks, after leaving the youth structure at Aston Villa behind, Derby could also sense that change down the wings might take Sunderland off-guard, with Blackett-Taylor’s trickery on the ball late on against Norwich proving to be effective.

Labelled as being a “difficult to defend against” attacker by his former Charlton boss in Johnnie Jackson, big calls by Warne such as dropping Mendez-Laing for the reserve attacker could work, especially if Derby end up shocking the Stadium of Light home masses tonight with the exciting winger fresh for the challenge ahead.

The 32-year-old could still make his presence known even if he is demoted to the substitutes bench, as Warne wrestles with what lineup to pick after a demoralising first home loss of the early campaign.

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Inevitably Covid-19 had an impact on grassroots participation in Australian cricket last summer, and is likely to do so for another season, but the decline was mitigated somewhat by growth in the female game.Cricket Australia released its annual participation figures on Wednesday with an overall drop of 24% from approximately 710,000 registered players to 539,000.However, there was a 2% increase in children playing the game. That was powered by 17.5% growth among girls registered to clubs and the Woolworths Cricket Blast programme in the first summer after Australia’s T20 World Cup success, which finished with the final at the MCG with a crowd of over 86,000 just days before the pandemic shut down global sport.”We were really fortunate with some timings and there’s no doubt the impacts we felt last season will be a similar story this year,” James Allsopp, Cricket Australia’s executive general manager of community cricket told ESPNcricinfo. “Cricket really did reconnect communities last year after missing winter sports, that’s seen in the junior numbers, so we are really pleased with the way the game came out of it. We are also really mindful that the impacts won’t be a one-off thing, we’ll be navigating it this summer as well.”The areas hit hardest by the pandemic were indoor cricket, schools and social competitions. Overall, Cricket Australia said there were 170,000 games played last season largely thanks to the efforts of volunteers who adapted to the new normal.ESPNcricinfo Ltd

“Around the country, particularly Melbourne but everyone went through it at some stage, they had to do their version of biosecure plans,” Stuart Whiley, Cricket Australia’s head of participation, said. “There were Covid-safe plans, cricket club will never have spent more money on sanitiser, there were check-in, check-out systems.”For a club volunteer who is trying to do that as well as living with everything else going on that’s a lot of additional work. First and foremost, we are just really appreciative of the volume of work volunteers picked up to get those games to happen.”While trying to see through another season that appears likely to face disruption, an area of continued focus for CA is to ensure there are pathways into cricket outside of the club structure both for the multi-cultural communities and also those for who the traditional route is not the best fit.”We know that South Asian communities love their cricket so we are really sharply focused on how we are integrating those communities into our clubs,” Allsopp said. “We need to really understand their culture, what are the barriers to them participating and making sure we an inspiring them to play the game.”That’s something we are really mindful of as we start to work through the new strategic design. How do we continue to support the traditional club structure but how do we diversify the cricket offering so they are flexible, more social, you can opt in and out, to make sure there’s a format of cricket to suit everyone.”

Tottenham are reportedly keeping faith in head coach Ange Postecoglou but the result of one upcoming fixture could determine his fate at the club.

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• Tottenham struggling in Premier League
• Spurs make decision on Postecoglou future
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  According to the Daily Mail, Postecoglou retains the backing of the Tottenham hierarchy but their Carabao Cup semi-final clash with Liverpool is said to be 'key' to the Australian's prospects.

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  Tottenham have won just one of their last six Premier League games, leaving them 12th in the division after their worst half season since 2008/09. Spurs do have a huge injury list, particularly in defence, and while that has not helped their cause, that may not save Postecoglou's job if results don't improve.

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  The report adds that as Tottenham are still in the Europa League and Carabao Cup, that works in Postecoglou's favour. But there is an acknowledgment that results need to improve under the former Celtic manager's watch.

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  Postecoglou's side will hope to return to winning ways on Sunday when they host lowly Wolves in the Premier League. The first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final is at home to Liverpool on January 8.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been handed an injury boost ahead of his side's all-important north London derby clash away to Tottenham this weekend.

Arteta dealt Arsenal selection headache with key players absent

Following the international break, Arsenal return to action imminently, with Arteta and the squad preparing to face-off against their fierce cross-city rivals on Sunday.

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The manager will be very keen to get back to winning ways after agreeing to a new three year deal at the Emirates to extend his stay until 2027, but he faces mounting obstacles to overcome in his preparation for a tough trip to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Star midfielder Declan Rice is a confirmed absentee against Spurs through suspension, having controversially been sent off against Brighton for two bookable offences, with fellow midfielder and summer signing Mikel Merino also set to miss Tottenham as he is out for nearly two months with a shoulder injury.

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Arsenal's shortage in that area means Arteta is reportedly planning to drop Kai Havertz back into midfield, with new arrival Raheem Sterling a candidate to play their false-nine role in the German's stead.

If absences for Merino and Rice weren't bad enough for the Gunners, defender Riccardo Calafiori is a real doubt for the North London Derby as well, after the centre-back sustained a calf injury during Italy's 3-1 UEFA Nations League win over France.

The most worrying injury blow, though, has come in the form of club captain Martin Odegaard. The Norway star was forced off in his country's 2-1 win over Austria on Monday, and needed medical staff to assist him in walking off the pitch as he couldn't bear weight on his ankle.

The 25-year-old has since returned to Arsenal, and was pictured boarding a plane to London on crutches. Reports in England have now shared that Odegaard is expected to be out for at least three weeks, dealing a hammer blow to Arteta as he gears up for crucial fixtures against Tottenham, Atalanta in the Champions League and Man City away.

Arteta handed Arsenal injury boost as Gabriel Jesus returns

Journalist John Cross, in a piece for The Mirror this week, has shared some much-needed good news out of London Colney – with £265,000-per-week striker Gabriel Jesus looking ready to be available for selection.

As per their information, Jesus could be set to return from injury for Arsenal against Tottenham, so Arteta will at least have the Brazil international to call upon in the wake of his many casualties this weekend.

The former Man City star has played just five Premier League minutes so far this season, which came during Arsenal's 2-0 opening weekend victory over Wolves, missing their last two top flight games with a groin injury.

Jesus' experience and quality will be a real asset for Arteta, as the head coach ponders how best to set up his team against Ange Postecoglou's Lilywhites.

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David Beckham shared a touching tribute for late Manchester United receptionist Kath Phipps after paying her a secret visit before her death.

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  Known as a cornerstone of the club's history, Phipps dedicated an incredible 56 years of her life to Manchester United, beginning her journey in 1968 as a telephone switchboard operator during Sir Matt Busby's legendary era. Over the decades, she became a beloved figure at Old Trafford, celebrated for her unwavering loyalty, warmth, and influence that extended far beyond her official roles.

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  According to Beckham travelled to see her just two weeks before her death, sharing an emotional moment with the woman who had been an integral part of his early years at the club.

  “David made it his mission to go to see Kath at home. It was an incredibly emotional moment," a source said.

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  Phipps played a pivotal role in Beckham's life, offering guidance and support from the moment he joined the club as a teenager. Reflecting on her importance, Beckham posted a deeply moving tribute on Instagram, alongside a photo of the two holding hands – seemingly confirming that visit. The 49-year-old wrote: "Forever in our hearts… The first and last face I would always see was Kath sat at reception at Old Trafford waiting to give me my tickets for the game , she was the heartbeat of Manchester United , everyone knew who Kath was and everyone adored her… I moved up to Manchester at 15 and Kath made a promise to my mum and dad " I'll look after your boy for you don't you worry " and from that first day till the last day I spent with her that's exactly what she did. Old Trafford will never be the same without your smile as we walk through those doors… We love you."

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  Manchester United have also announced plans to honour Phipps' memory. Ahead of their Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford, a minute of applause will take place to commemorate her remarkable contributions. The players will don black armbands during the match as a mark of respect. Similarly, the club's women’s team will pay their tributes when they face Liverpool in a Women’s Super League match at Leigh Sports Village on Sunday.

أكد أحمد عادل عبد المنعم، حارس مرمى فريق الإسماعيلي، أن الفوز على فريق سموحة في الدوري المصري جاء نتيجة توفيق من الله ومجهود جماعي كبير من الجهاز الفني واللاعبين ومجلس الإدارة.

وتمكن الإسماعيلي من الفوز على سموحة بهدف دون رد على ملعبه ووسط جماهيره، وذلك ضمن مواجهات الجولة التاسعة من عمر الدوري المصري الممتاز “النيل”.

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وقاد أحمد عبد المنعم الإسماعيلي للفوز على سموحة إذ استطاع أن يحمي عرينه من هجمات الفريق السكندري وتصدى لأكثر من فرصة، كما حصل على جائزة رجل المباراة.

وقال عبد المنعم في تصريحات تلفزيونية عقب اللقاء عبر فضائية “أون سبورتس1”: “كانت فترة صعبة للغاية على فريق الإسماعيلي، فريق سموحة قوي ومحترم، وهذه المباراة كانت الأصعب بالنسبة لنا، لكن التوفيق كان حليفنا اليوم”. 

ووجه رسالة إلى جماهير الدراويش، قائلاً: “على جمهور الإسماعيلي أن يقف خلف اللاعبين الشباب، هناك ضغط عصبي كبير على الفريق، وأنتم السند الحقيقي لناديكم”.

واختتم أحمد عادل عبد المنعم: “نحن بحاجة إلى دعمكم المستمر خلال الفترة المقبلة، فأنتم السبب الرئيسي في تحقيق الفوز اليوم”.

الجدير بالذكر، أنه بتلك النتيجة يرتقي فريق الإسماعيلي إلى المركز الثامن في جدول ترتيب الدوري المصري برصيد 12 نقطة.

تستمر التكهنات حول مستقبل النجم المصري محمد صلاح، جناح فريق ليفربول الإنجليزي، ما بين البقاء والرحيل عن آنفيلد.

وينتهي عقد محمد صلاح مع ليفربول في نهاية الموسم الجاري، ولديه حرية التفاوض مع أي نادٍ خارج إنجلترا.

وأعلن صلاح في وقت سابق أنه أقرب للرحيل من البقاء لأن ليفربول لم يبدأ معه محادثات تجديد العقد.

وأفادت تقارير في وقت سابق أن محمد صلاح في مفاوضات مع الهلال السعودي الذي يرغب في ضمه.

وأوضح رودي جاليتي مراسل الانتقالات في شبكة “TEAMtalk” أن هناك اهتمامًا بصلاح من أندية في المملكة العربية السعودية. 

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ووفقًا لصحفي “ليكيب” الفرنسية، لويك تانزي، فإن باريس سان جيرمان سيتخذ خطوة كبيرة من أجل ضم محمد صلاح في صيف عام 2025.

وقال تانزي: “يمكن أن يتم انتقال محمد صلاح إلى باريس، لكن من غير المرجح أن يحدث ذلك لأن صلاح من المرجح أن يبقى في ليفربول”.

وأوضح: “إنه في محادثات بشأن تمديد عقده، لكن في الصيف المقبل، سيفعل باريس كل شيء لجلبه”.

وأوضحت تقارير سابقًا أن صلاح طلب من ليفربول منحه عقدًا لمدة ثلاث سنوات بقيمة 400 ألف جنيه إسترليني أسبوعيًا.

Updates, analysis and colour from the fifth day of the fourth Test

Varun Shetty19-Jan-2021*Most recent entry will appear at the top, please refresh your page for the latest updates. All times are local.
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There isn’t anything in the world today that will give you better than this. No fables, no mysteries, no fantasy worlds, no rollicking political thrillers will match up to India’s youngest members building around the oldest one, who took bruises, knocks and some amount of intimidation to take this game deep.And then, the patience – yes, the patience – of Pant. Strung along at a strike rate around 40 for the largest part, gave himself time. “Give yourself time,” they’ve been telling him forever. He did at Sydney, it was his best Test innings they said. And then he comes back, and he brings us this. Unbeaten on 89, taking India to win with three overs to spare. At the Gabba. No one does this at the Gabba. A record chase, a loss for Australia for the first time since 1988.A tied series was enough. A draw would do it. That was the talk all day. It was probably the balm that made this Indian line-up so composed today: play time, there’s little to lose. That manifested in a Shubman Gill innings of pure class up front. A 91 that kept Australia humble even as they kept breaching Pujara’s defenses to hit him, multiple times, on the body.This was the last day, this was Starc’s time. Gill tore into him for an over of 20 runs, and Starc never quite returned all day from that. Spare a thought for Pat Cummins – No. 1 in the world, possibly the fittest man in the game. He had to do it all today, carrying that bowling line-up, arguably the best in the world, that has been defied three innings in a row now. And it culminates in a series loss.This series was 0-1, India had been bowled out for 36. They were severely incapacitated. They had no business pulling off their greatest series win of all time, with ten minutes to go. Yet, here we are. What a series. Pure quality in every single session from two brilliantly competitive teams. It will take a while to forget it.5:15pm: It is onA hooked six, a spliced four, a ramp and a vicious sweep. Australia are utterly under the pump at the moment. There are no clouds, the cracks themselves are assisting India’s batsmen, and there isn’t a bowler in sight who seems to have an answer right now. India’s swashbuckling young left-handers are setting them up for history.4.39pm: 69runs, 15 overs, 6 wickets