Cardiff 2-3 Crystal Palace: Bluebirds RELEGATED to the Championship following defeat to Eagles

Cardiff have been relegated to the Championship following a 3-2 defeat at home to Crystal Palace.

Neil Warnock’s men needed to win their final two matches to have a chance of overtaking Brighton, who enjoyed a four-point advantage and a far superior goal difference heading into the penultimate weekend.

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But clinical Palace played the familiar role of executioners as Wilfried Zaha, Michy Batshuayi and Andros Townsend scored, with Cardiff replying through a Martin Kelly own goal and Bobby Reid’s stoppage-time strike.

Cardiff, as has so often been the case this season, were not short of commitment and energy, just a lack of quality, which has been their undoing this season.

Against opponents, who have incredibly won nine times on the road compared to four at Selhurst Park this season, they were brutally punished, with Zaha at his brilliant best.

Ironically Zaha, a former Bluebird loanee, was on the pitch the last time Cardiff were relegated from the top flight five years ago, alongside Aron Gunnarsson, who was playing his final home game for the club after eight years and over 280 games.

Cardiff owner Vincent Tan had made a rare visit to the Welsh capital and he saw his side come close to taking the lead within 40 seconds.

Josh Murphy’s drive from distance dipped devilishly to strike a post, but Cardiff’s momentum was slowed when the influential Victor Camarasa hobbled off after 10 minutes with what appeared to be a dead leg.

Palace began to stroke the ball around with confidence and Zaha fired into the side netting as he began to torment his marker Lee Peltier.

Cardiff failed to heed the warning as Zaha took Townsend’s return pass and planted a low shot into the bottom corner past goalkeeper Neil Etheridge.

It took the Palace winger into double figures for the season, with nine of his 10 league goals coming away from home.

Cardiff were level within three minutes when substitute Leandro Bacuna broke on to Reid’s pass and down the right to deliver a cross.

It should not have a posed a problem to Palace, but the hapless Kelly diverted the ball into an empty net after the goalkeeper Vicente Guaita had gambled that the ball would reach him.

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“Martin Kelly, he wants Brighton down,” sang the Palace fans mischievously, keen to see their great rivals rather than Cardiff go down.

It was a lifeline for Cardiff, but Zaha was intent on cutting the cord. Zaha and Luka Milivojevic combined well and Batshuayi drove home after he had played a clever one-two with Jordan Ayew.

Guaita saved from Bruno Ecuele Managa and Reid as Cardiff again responded well to falling behind, but Etheridge prevented Batshuayi’s point-blank header from extending the lead.

Murphy made a horrible mess of Nathaniel Mendez-Laing’s cross after the break and Kelly blocked another attempt from the winger as Cardiff pressed frantically.

Reid then slipped Kenneth Zohore clean through, but the substitute’s shot was kept out by Guaita.

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Cardiff paid the price for those missed chances when Townsend drove from the halfway line, cut inside Joe Bennett and beat Etheridge from 20 yards via the near post.

Mendez-Laing provided further proof that it was not to be Cardiff’s day, or season for that matter, when he failed to beat James McArthur on the goal-line and saw Guaita push another effort on to the post.

Reid fired home a beauty at the death but Cardiff were down, as Palace added them to Hull, Stoke and Huddersfield as sides they have relegated in recent seasons.

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Cardiff have been relegated to the Championship following a 3-2 defeat at home to Crystal Palace. Neil Warnock's men needed to win their final two matches to have a chance of overtaking Brighton
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Cardiff City have been relegated from the Premier League after falling to a 3-2 home defeat to Crystal Palace on Saturday. Defeat for Neil Warnock's side leaves them four points behind Brighton and Hove Albion with only one game remaining - against Manchester United at Old Trafford next weekend.

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Arsene Wenger EXCLUSIVE: All-English European cup finals due to ‘ageing squads’ of Barcelona, Real Madrid, Juventus and Bayern Munich

Arsene Wenger believes the ‘collapse of the traditionally strong European teams’ is behind England’s domination of the Champions League and Europa League this season.

Liverpool, Tottenham, Arsenal and Chelsea have made history this year by taking all four final places in Europe’s two major competitions.

It is the first time all four finalists in the Champions League and Europa League have come from one nation.

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It’s been perhaps the most thrilling season of European competition ever.

Liverpool and Tottenham have both staged miracle comebacks to reach the European Cup final in Madrid, with the Reds beating Barcelona in the semis and Spurs beating Ajax.

Ajax, meanwhile, had previously knocked out both Juventus and Real Madrid before losing to Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

Chelsea and Arsenal’s places in the final have been less surprising. They were two of the strongest teams in the competition, after all, but they have been made to work hard for their final spots.

And Wenger believes he knows the secret behind the English clubs’ success – their rivals are not as strong as they once were.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with talkSPORT’s Sam Matterface, the legendary Arsenal boss said: “First of all I believe in England people work well.

“Secondly it’s a consequence of dominant financial power of the English clubs and basically, as well, the collapse of traditionally strong European teams.

“When I say collapse, it’s Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus – why? Because the players who made the difference in all these clubs have aged, and are not in the position anymore to make that difference.

“The dominant players at Bayern Munich were Frank Ribery and Arjen Robben and today they don’t have the physical potential to do it.

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“It’s the same at Barcelona, who have lost players like Xavi and Inesta, Real Madrid have lost Ronaldo, at Juventus Giorgio Chiellini is aging and Gigi Buffon is not there anymore.

“So it’s the simultaneous strength of England and the collapse of the other big dominant forces before, who will now be on the market.

“What I can promise you, is that we will have a very interesting transfer period, an interesting battle, this summer.”

It’s been a year since Wenger ended his 22-year spell in charge of Arsenal and, having yet to return to the game, his future plans have dominated the headlines in recent weeks.

Speaking to talkSPORT, he vowed to return to football ‘soon’ but was coy in what capacity.

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The veteran Frenchman, who insists he still has the desire to compete, has been linked with jobs in management and at boardroom level across Europe, including French champions Paris Saint-Germain.

“I am a competitor first, I live for competition and I will be back in football soon,” Wenger added.

“That’s a promise.

“In what way, I don’t know, but I will be back.”

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Transfer news and football gossip: Hazard could join Real Madrid on Monday, Lukaku told he can leave Man United, Liverpool ‘make contact’ with £70m Pepe

talkSPORT.com rounds up all the latest transfer news and football gossip from Thursday’s papers and online…

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Real Madrid could introduce Eden Hazard as early as Monday after he played his final game for Chelsea in Baku. (Daily Mail)

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has been told he can leave Old Trafford for Inter Milan this summer. (The Sun)

Ashley Young, 33, could link up with former United team-mate Wayne Rooney at Major League Soccer side DC United, according to reports in the US. (Manchester Evening News)

Atletico Madrid have made a stunning £71m offer for Leicester City defender Ben Chilwell, but will face competition from Manchester City for the 22-year-old. (The Sun)

Meanwhile, Tottenham are interested in the Foxes’ attacking midfielder James Maddison. (Daily Mirror)

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Liverpool have made contact with the agent of Lille winger Nicolas Pepe, 23, ahead of a possible £70million for the man who scored 21 goals last season. Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain are also interested in the Ivorian. (Daily Star)

Jurgen Klopp wants to take a close look at Ryan Kent during pre-season before deciding if he spends a second season on loan at Rangers. (Daily Record)

Real Madrid have entered the race for in-demand Ajax star Matthijs de Ligt, as they seek to replace Sergio Ramos who has been linked with a money-spinning move to China. (Mundo Deportivo)

Arsenal are interested in RB Leipzig and France Under-21 centre-back Dayot Upamecano, 20. (ESPN)

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Manchester City winger Patrick Roberts, who spent last season at Girona in Spain, is joining Premier League newcomers Norwich City on loan for the 2019-20 season. The 22-year-old Englishman has made one league appearance for City. (Daily Telegraph) 

Paris Saint-Germain are in discussions with Barcelona to sign France forward Ousmane Dembele as part of a swap deal for Neymar, who would return to the Nou Camp. (RAC1 Sport)

Bayern Munich have made an £80m bid to sign Juventus’ 25-year-old Argentina forward Paulo Dybala. (Corriere dello Sport)

Watford manager Javi Gracia is on a five-man shortlist to replace the outgoing Rubi at Espanyol. (Marca)

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New Tottenham stadium: Opening game against Crystal Palace ‘won’t be a party’ for Spurs stars, warns former captain Michael Dawson

Tottenham have been warned they ‘can’t just turn up and enjoy the party’ in the opening game at their new stadium against Crystal Palace.

The wait is almost over the players and fans, as Spurs will kick off a new era in their newly-built £1billion home ground on Wednesday night.

And former club captain Michael Dawson insists this is a must-win game for Spurs, stressing the need for the players to block the occasion out of their minds and concentrate on claiming a vital three points.

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It promises to be an exciting night for the north Londoners, but their preparations for the historic game have not been ideal.

Tottenham have gone five games without victory in the Premier League, a horrible run of form which has erased their previously comfortable hold on a top-four spot.

And while fans will be in the mood to party when they enter the gates of their new home, the players have been given a stark warning that they must not do the same.

Speaking on Wednesday’s Sports Breakfast, Dawson said: “It’s going to be an amazing night, a special night, but Tottenham can’t just think they’re going to turn up and win.

“It’s a great night for the Crystal Palace players too. They’re going to be excited about playing at a brand new stadium.

“It’s going to be an incredible atmosphere with a lot of excitement, but they’ve got to realise they can’t just turn up and think it’s going to be a party and enjoy it – they’ve got to go there and perform, because they need the three points badly!”

Sunday’s narrow defeat to Liverpool has seen Spurs slip to fourth place, level on points with Manchester United in fifth and only one point above Chelsea in sixth.

Claiming their first win in six Premier League matches would see them climb back above rivals Arsenal into third – and Dawson says they have no time to get comfortable to their new surroundings.

“You thought they were was guaranteed a Champions League place, about six weeks ago they were about ten points clear up there, but after picking up one point from 15, it’s made it really tight,” he added.

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“So they don’t have time to find their feet, they have to hit the ground running. It can take time when a club moves to a new stadium, but Spurs don’t have that time.

“If they do, they’re going to be out of the top four and not in the Champions League.

“But, I’m confident they have enough quality to win tonight and get the three points.”

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Premier League giants Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United would be hit hardest by ‘Hard Brexit’

Brexit continues to be a major talking point in UK politics.

But how would the UK’s complete withdrawal from the European Union affect the Premier League?

The study, aptly named Brexit Effect by Free Super Tips, reveals the impact clubs would face if a ‘Hard Brexit’ was in place and freedom of movement was restricted, forcing the clubs to stop buying players from EU member states.

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An incredible £725million in tax from Premier League players would have disappeared from UK shores, if Brexit had hit after the vote on June 23, 2016 and the league been forced to manage without EU players.

The research looks at wages, transfers and results without EU players and what this would mean to the UK economy in this scenario.

Chelsea are the Premier League’s biggest contributors to the economy with largest wages for EU players, the club’s EU-based squad have been taxed £99.2m since the start of the 2016/17 season.

The Blues are followed by Manchester United in second with £74.9m, Manchester City with £70.7m, Arsenal (£53.1m) and Southampton (£48.5m).

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Although the majority of the most-taxed EU players come from the top six clubs, this season throws up a few interesting findings with Everton’s tax bill the highest for EU squad members.

Brexit’s impact would also be heavily felt in the transfer market with Premier League clubs spending more than £2.1bn on players from EU countries over the last three seasons.

Once again, it’s Chelsea who will feel the greatest impact from a hard Brexit with the Blues banking £290.5m, with City the second-highest spending club having an extra £280.5m, followed by Man United (£235m), Everton (£158.4m) and Arsenal (£155.9m).

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Philippe Coutinho set for Barcelona exit? Spanish giants ‘would discuss €80m bids’ for ex-Liverpool star this summer

Former Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho could leave Barcelona in a cut-price deal this summer, just 18 months after joining the club for £142million.

According to reports, the LaLiga champions are ready to listen to offers for the Brazilian star who has struggled to make an impact since arriving at the Nou Camp.

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It is sensationally claimed Barcelona would be willing to take a significant loss to get him off their books, and would discuss offers starting at just €80m (£68.8m).

Coutinho was a key man in a Liverpool shirt, and was one of the Premier League’s top talents during his time in England.

He was expected to play a big part in the Barcelona team, but it hasn’t quite worked out for the 26-year-old in Spain.

The playmaker has nine goals and five assists this season. He started 16 games and made ten substitute appearances in the league, but hasn’t completed a full 90 minutes since January.

The reports of a possible exit will surely have Liverpool fans hoping for a dream return to Anfield, but that is reportedly not on the cards.

Manchester United have also been linked with an interest in the Brazil international but, according to Goal, Coutinho is unlikely to consider a move back to the Premier League after his family’s struggle to adapt to life in England.

Instead, Paris Saint-Germain is said to be a more likely destination.

The French champions are one of the only European clubs that could afford to pay Barca’s asking price, plus the player’s wages. Coutinho is reportedly the third-highest earner at the Nou Camp on £240,000-a-week.

The prospect of joining international team-mates Neymar, Thiago Silva and Marquinhos is also bound to appeal, however it is claimed no approach has yet been made by PSG.

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Barcelona are ten points clear at the top of LaLiga and are still fighting for trophies in the Copa del Rey and Champions League, so there is still time for Coutinho to prove his doubters in Spain wrong.

But given his current standing in the Barcelona pecking order, it’s likely he will be forced to consider his future when the transfer window opens if things don’t improve.

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Philippe Coutinho set for Barcelona exit? Spanish giants

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Philippe Coutinho set for Barcelona exit? Spanish giants 'would discuss €80m bids' for ex-Liverpool star this summer The Spanish giants are ready to take a huge hit on their £142m signing
Philippe Coutinho set for Barcelona exit? Spanish giants

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Spanish giants 'would discuss €80m bids' for ex-Liverpool star this summer Written by: fpnews Posted on: March 21, 2019 Former Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho could leave Barcelona in a cut-price deal this summer, just 18 months after joining the club for £142million.
Barca aim to sell Coutinho this summer amid Man Utd links

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Philippe Coutinho is weighing up whether to leave Barcelona this summer, just 18 months after sealing a dream move to the Nou Camp. The Brazil midfielder made a £145million move from Liverpool to
Barcelona triggered clause in £140m Coutinho deal - Gib

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Philippe Coutinho wants Liverpool exit for Barcelona: Nou Camp contact made - reports BARCELONA are prepared to break the bank to land Liverpool superstar Philippe Coutinho in the summer, according to reports.
Philippe Coutinho Bid of £138M Reportedly Submitted by

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Barcelona playmaker Philippe Coutinho has been marked for a summer exit, amid ongoing links with a transfer to Manchester United. Since moving to the Camp Nou from Liverpool in January 2018, the
Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho set to join Barcelona NEXT

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Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho set to join Barcelona NEXT summer in £138m deal to reject a catalogue of bids from the Spanish giants, by Lazio with striker set for Arsenal exit this
Philippe Coutinho 'considering move away from Barcelona this

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The Brazilian midfielder was anonymous in both of the semi-final legs, and the Blaugrana are now open to offers for the midfield star ahead of the summer. Barcelona signed Philippe Coutinho in a £142 million deal back in January 2018, but that total figure was dependent on specific clauses being activated.
Coutinho Set For Crunch Talks With Valverde For THIS Reason

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According to reports, Barcelona have made a last push to sign Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho in the form of a £138 million offer. The Guardian reported the Blaugrana has tabled a fourth offer for the midfielder. While the summer transfer deadline for English teams signing players was on Thursday, clubs in the Spanish La Liga […]
Barcelona to discuss Coutinho and Dembele in Monaco | Daily

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Unsettled Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho is set to hold crunch talks with club manager Ernesto Valverde over his lack of playing time at the club. According to the publication from Spanish media outlet SPORT, the former Liverpool playmaker will meet with the Barcelona manager to discuss his long-term future at the club.
Philippe Coutinho wants Liverpool exit for Barcelona: Nou

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Barcelona will continue pursuit of Ousmane Dembele and Philippe Coutinho The Spanish giants have seen big-money bids turned down for both players Ernesto Valverde is hoping to sign some big-name