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ARSENAL host crucial London derby as West Ham make the trip the up north with title permutations on the line.
Second-placed Arsenal look to make up ground on leaders Liverpool as they host Graham Potter’s struggling West Ham side.
The Gunners were handed a title boost when rivals from Merseyside dropped points midweek at Villa Park.
The gap remains at sizeable at eight points, but a win would see it close by three ahead of Liverpool’s blockbuster clash against Manchester City.
As for the Hammers, their form under new-year appointment Potter has remained stale – with one win in six, and though face little threat of relegation will look to kick-start the new managerial era with a big win.
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HIBS have a great position at half time courtesy of TWO Josh Campbell goals as they bid to inflict more misery on Celtic after their European heartache in midweek against Bayern.
The Hoops came so close to a remarkable knockout stage win over European big hitters Bayern Munich this week but only ended up with tears for souvenirs after Alphonso Davies‘ late strike – and they’ve conceded another goal to Hibs’ Josh Campbell.
And Brendan Rodgers freshens up his line-up for the challenge of taking on an in-form Hibs side at Easter Road.
In come the likes of Luke McCowan, Greg Taylor and Adam Idah from the start.
There’s three changes too for Hibs boss David Gray, who is dreaming of taking a massive scalp.
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THOUSANDS have turned out in support for Ukraine, as a sea of blue and yellow marches through London, demanding an end to Putin’s war.
The protesters, who gathered for the third-year anniversary of the invasion, marched on the Russian embassy to call for a withdrawal of troops.
Protesters at the front of the march were carrying a banner which said “Russian Troops Out! Solidarity with Ukraine”.
Chants being recited by the crowd included “Trump you’re no friend, you’re a traitor to Ukraine” and “Putin you can’t hide, we accuse you of genocide”.
Many of the protesters were carrying Ukrainian flags, with numerous UK and Poland flags also in the crowd.
They began at the St Volodymyr statue, a national saint of Ukraine – lead by Ukrainian singers from the Hromada choir.
They then marched from the statue, erected in 1988 to commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of the Christianisation of Ukraine, to the Russian embassy at Kensington Palace Gardens.
A coalition of Ukrainian community and UK-based labour organisations attended the rally.
The march comes amid fears Ukraine is being frozen out of peace talks between Moscow and US President Donald Trump.
In a joint statement, the organisers of Saturday’s march said Ukraine has been made vulnerable by not being provided with enough aid to defeat Russia and is being “expected to consign its own citizens to occupation under a deal imposed by Trump”.
They added that they were calling for “renewed solidarity, that peace must come with the full withdrawal of Russian forces”, as well as for a “surge in military aid to strengthen Ukraine in any negotiations and be able to finally end the occupation if no just agreement is secured”.
Olena Ivashchenko, director of Campaign for Ukraine, said Kyiv’s future was “being decided by politicians behind closed doors” and that “true and sustainable peace cannot be achieved without justice”.
She said: “We call for Russia to withdraw its troops from all of Ukraine, for Trump to end his backroom power games and for the UK to strengthen its leadership in safeguarding Ukraine’s sovereignty and Europe‘s security.”
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) supported the demonstration alongside national unions including GMB, Unison and the NUM.
Barbara Plant, president of GMB, said the union “remains firmly in solidarity with the Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom from Russian military aggression”.
Ms Plant said: “Only the ability for the Ukrainian people to truly determine their own future free from Putin’s occupation will bring about a just or lasting peace, and certainly not an alliance of oligarchs.”
The event was organised by the Ukrainian Solidarity Campaign, alongside other Ukrainian community groups and civil society organisations.
Mariia Pastukh, of Vsesvit Ukraine solidarity collective, said the location of the rally near the Russian embassy was to draw attention to “Russia’s imperialist ambitions, which fuelled its brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine”.
She said: “We demand that Russia’s crimes in Ukraine not be forgotten.
“Legitimising this aggression by accepting the occupation would embolden dictators around the world.”
Christopher Ford, secretary of the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign, said: “The millions who have stood by Ukraine are appalled at the conduct of Trump and threat of betrayal, promises made to do whatever it takes to help Ukraine win have collapsed without any explanation.
“We must show that this is not inevitable and raise our voices that a partition and occupation is not a sustainable peace, the UK and Europe must not repeat the errors of 1930s appeasement.”
GRAEME SOUNESS finished his 21 year senior career in Scotland with Rangers.
He also took the reins as manager and won eight trophies during his tenure in the West of Glasgow.
He was known for his tough tackling, no nonsense playing style as a midfielder.
But he has revealed that he was once on the RECEIVING end of a harsh challenge that taught him a big lesson.
And it came during his time at Middlesborough at the beginning of his career when he faced a Leeds side.
He came up against their own hard man in Terry Yorath, who ended up sidelining Souness with injury for a number of months due to his tackle.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, Souness said: “I thoroughly enjoyed watching a game of football on Monday night, Leeds United against Sunderland.
“Two sides who will be seeing themselves as potential Premier League teams and with good reason.
“Elland Road has always been a difficult place to go. As a 19-year-old at Middlesbrough, I just caught the tail end of their great side of the 1970s and in more ways than one.
“I got hit with a challenge from Terry Yorath at Ayresome Park, it ruled me out for three months and gave me a lesson well learned as I was never caught again that badly.
“Leeds has always been a passionate football club, which is what I like, and that’s what made playing there such a great experience and so special.
“Seeing over 36,000 roaring on their team on Monday, it was a proper game. The caveat being, if they get into the Premier League they will have to have a more pragmatic and less cavalier approach to survive with the big boys.”
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RONNIE Vint is cashing in on his fresh Love Island All Stars fame with a series of solo club appearances.
The semi-pro footballer, 28 – who partnered with ex Harriett Blackmore, 24, in the ITV2 spin-off series after they decided to give things another go – narrowly missed out on the final.
Yet the sports star is still in high demand if his recent bookings are anything to go by.
While Brighton dancer Harriett ditched her man for a night out with BFF Saffron Barker earlier this week, Ronnie has ventured to Leeds for a Meet And Greet.
Following his event at the northern city’s Paradiso club on Friday, he will tonight head to Worcester for a similar event.
It’ll be a long night for the star, with the party night running until 4am.
Yet Love Island loyals have been left hugely excited by the potential for a glimpse of Ronnie – or even a meet and greet.
One took to Instagram to write: “Omgggg I want to cryyyyy!!”
Another posted: “Is this actually for real?” while a third put: “Guuuu on theeeennn.”
Harriett and Ronnie recently returned to the UK after their time in the South African villa – with Harriett being treated to a special welcome home party documented on Instagram.
Their last day in the villa was full of drama after axed Islanders returned to dump one couple.
Liv Hawkins suggested Harriett and Ronnie – who split weeks after leaving the villa last year – wouldn’t work given their history.
And during Monday night’s finale Harriett made her feelings towards Liv very clear.
Amy Hart said to Harriett in the Love Island live stream on TikTok before the final aired: “You’re a girls’ girl.
“Who are you looking forward to going on a girls’ night out with?”
Ronnie jumped in and quickly said: “Not Liv!”
EVERY year Love Island opens its doors to more sexy Islanders who are hoping for a holiday romance that could turn into more.
Here we take you through all of the Love Island winners so far and what their relationship statuses are now:
2025 – The second series of All Stars saw Gabby Allen and Case O’Gorman scoop the crown. STATUS: Still together.
2024 – The summer Love Island saw Mimii Ngulube and Josh Oyinsan were crowned the winners. STATUS: Broken up.
2024 – The first ever All stars spin off show was won by Molly Smith and Tom Clare. STATUS: Still together.
2023 – Jess Harding and Sammy Root took home the 50k, and won the summer 2023 Love Island. STATUS: Broken up.
2023 – The first series of 2023 saw Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan crowned Love Island winners in South Africa. STATUS: Still together.
2022 – Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu’s time in the villa was anything but a smooth ride, but they managed to win the public’s hearts – and the ITV2 reality show. STATUS: Broken up.
2021 – Liam Reardon and Millie Court were announced winners of Love Island 2021. STATUS: Still together.
2020 – The first ever winter Love Island saw Paige Turley and Finn Tapp crowned winners after falling in love on the show. STATUS: Broken up.
2019 – Series 5 saw Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague runners up to winners Greg O’Shea and Amber Gill, who met in the last few days of the series. STATUS: Broken up.
2018 – It wasn’t surprising fan favourites Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer won the show, as they were strong throughout. But sadly things didn’t last. STATUS: Broken up.
2017 – Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies had lots of ups and downs in the villa but went on to win. STATUS: Broken up.
2016 – Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde were together from the start of the series, and since they won the show they’ve had two kids and are married. STATUS: Still together.
2015 – Despite poor Jess Hayes being Max Morley’s second choice on the show, they did win – but they didn’t last as a couple. STATUS: Broken up.
Harriett agreed: “Not Liv.”
It came after Ronnie threatened to expose Liv in an awkward moment on live TV.
ANDREW Conway shared a photo from a Munster reunion that went down very well with Reds supporters.
The setting was London and the reason was to catch up with club legend Doug Howlett while he was in the northern hemisphere.
As Conway explained, it turned out to be a night for them all to cherish though,
He captioned the above pic: “Incredible few days in London with @munsterrugby celebrating the legendary @doughowlett992 and his contribution to the club.
“Linking up with different generations of players, old team mates and some incredible people that support Munster behind the scenes.
“Very grateful to be a part of the Munster family.”
The blast from the past was warmly received by Reds fans who surely couldn’t but yearn from the days when they were every bit as much of a European force as Leinster.
Aileen McCarthy commented: “Amazing talent sitting at that table….”
Whilst Laura Mulcahy added: “Lots of old Munster legends there… Mick O was one of my favourite players.”
Similarly, Paul Leahy praised: “Heroes every one of you!”
Former Munster stalwart-turned RTE star Donncha O’Callaghan wasn’t there in person but commented his approval with a loveheart emoji.
Of the former stars that had assembled, Keith Earls and Billy Holland were there alongside Conway to represent the younger bucks from the glory days.
Conway’s career was cut short by persistent knee injuries in November 2023 at the age of only 32.
But he has embarked on a new odyssey in the business world to preoccupy himself in his post-playing life.
Last month he launched a consultancy firm aimed at helping high-level professionals and elite athletes maximise their potential.
He has been busy since hanging up his boots, starting a four-year Professional Doctorate in Human Performance and Innovation from the University of Limerick.
This will go along with his 2011 Diploma in Sport Psychology at Dublin’s Institute of Art, Design and Technology.
Combining this latest academic qualification with his experience of the highs and lows of top-level sport he has founded 5XFlow.
In a reflective Instagram post, the former wing detailed how he settled upon how to tackle his post-rugby life.
Conway won 30 caps with Ireland, scoring 15 tries and was part of the team that won a Test series in Australia.
After joining Munster from Leinster in 2013, he made 150 appearances for the province, scoring 50 tries.
OLYMPIC hero Letsile Tebogo has been spotted rescuing people left stranded in their car by flooding.
The 21-year-old shot to stardom by winning 200m gold in Paris last year.
In doing so, he became Botswana’s first ever Olympic gold medallist.
Already a hero in his homeland, Tebogo performed a good deed yesterday.
Heavy rain this week has caused Botswana’s capital Gaborone to flood.
In fact, several roads have been closed across the country.
When a car got stuck in the water in Gaborone, Tebogo showed initiative.
In a video widely circulated online, the track and field superstar arrived in his 4×4 Toyota Land Cruise.
Using his big car, Tebogo was able to pull the other vehicle out of danger.
At last summer’s Olympic Games, Tebogo also earned a silver medal in the 4x400m relay.
He achieved the feat alongside team-mates Busang Kebinatshipi, Bayapo Ndori and Anthony Pesela.
Tebogo was his country’s flag bearer at both the opening and closing ceremonies.
NEW World Rugby guidelines have denied Wales and Ireland the chance to wear their iconic red and green when they go head-to-head.
The Welsh and the Irish are two sides with very different ambitions, with three games to go in the Six Nations, but both will have the same ambition this afternoon.
The Dragons are adjusting to life without Warren Gatland when they host the Men Not in Green (for this game), trying to avoid the Wooden Spoon.
Ireland are the side that will be changing this year, but other sides, like New Zealand and South Africa, will also be impacted by the change.
The move is a new initiative introduced in 2021 to help colour-blind players, officials, and fans follow the game better.
It is part of a move by World Rugby to try and aid players, fans and officials, as telling red and green apart can be difficult for people who are colour-blind.
Around one in 12 men and one in 200 women suffer with the condition.
Usually, in international rugby union, it is the home side who changes their strip when there is a clash, but this time, it will be the away side.
This means that for Ireland’s trip to the Principality Stadium today, it is Ireland wearing their alternative white shirt.
Special effort will be put into the socks, as they not only have to avoid clashing with the opposition team but also have to avoid clashing with the pitch.
Kit changes are a regular part of the Six Nations, as France, Italy and Scotland all play in blue, and have to switch at some point during their campaigns.
The guidelines from World Rugby stretch beyond just Ireland and Wales wearing green and red.
The new guidelines require teams with a dark home shirt, such as the All Blacks New Zealand, to have a light alternative shirt.
Two teams playing in dark coloured kits will have to switch when they play, meaning when South Africa play New Zealand in September, one team will have to switch.
These guidelines have forced Wales to change their away kit from black to white for this Six Nations.
The Calcutta Cup is up for grabs at Twickenham on Saturday, February 22, as Finn Russell and Scotland face England at 4:45pm GMT.
On Sunday, February 23, Italy will play host to France at 3pm GMT.
All of the Six Nations games will be available on BBC and ITV, and available for stream on the BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
WALES begin life after Warren Gatland in a HUGE clash against Six Nations favourites Ireland at the Principality Stadium.
After 14 straight losses, Wales are gearing up to start life without Warren Gatland, after he stepped down from his role as Head Coach on Tuesday, February 11.
Ireland have picked up two huge victories against England and Scotland, and play their final home nation clash before they round off their defence of the title against France and Italy.
These two are both vying for different things, Ireland looking for the title, and Wales just looking to avoid the Wooden Spoon.
Wales XV: 15-Murray, 14- Rogers, 13-Llewellyn, 12-B Thomas, 11-Mee; 10-Anscombe, 9-T Williams; 1-N Smith, 2-Dee, 3-John, 4-Rowlands, 5-Jenkins, 6-Morgan (capt), 7-Reffell, 8-Faletau.
Replacements: 16-E Lloyd, 17-G Thomas, 18-H Thomas, 19-Teddy Williams, 20-Wainwright, 21- R Williams, 22-J Evans, 23-Roberts.
Ireland XV: 15. J Osborne, 14. M Hansen, 13. G Ringrose, 12. R Henshaw, 11. J Lowe, 10. S Prendergast, 9. J Gibson-Park; 1. A Porter, 2. Dan Sheehan, 3. T Clarkson, 4. J McCarthy, 5. T Bernie, 6. P O’Mahony, 7. J van der Flier, 8. J Conan
Replacements: 16-G McCarthy, 17-Boyle, 18-Bealham, 19-Ryan (Leinster), 20-C Prendergast, 21-Murray, 22-Crowley, 23-Aki.