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Everton edge Tottenham in 9-goal FA Cup classic

Feb 11, 2021

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Everton are through to the FA Cup quarterfinals in dramatic fashion after edging past Tottenham in a nine-goal thriller at Goodison Park.

The Toffees defeated Spurs 5-4 in extra-time, after the match was tied at 4-4 at the end of 90 minutes.

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In other FA Cup results, Man City recorded a comfortable 3-1 win over Swansea.

This is their 15th win in a row in all competitions, which is a new record for an English top-flight club.

Meanwhile, Leicester edged past Brighton 1-0.
And Sheffield United overcame Bristol City also 1-0.

Cavani bound for Argentina?

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Argentine club Boca Juniors have reportedly contacted Man United about signing Edinson Cavani.

The striker’s current deal at Old Trafford expires at the end of the season, although United do have the option of keeping him for another year.

The 33 year old, who joined the Red Devils on a free transfer last summer – has scored seven times in 23 appearances this campaign.

Mission to Tokyo is on

The Covid-19 pandemic will not stop Malaysia from sending its contingent to this year’s Tokyo Olympics.

The Youth and Sports Ministry says it is confident the organisers will be able to host the Games safely.

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However, the ministry is expecting the Games to be held without spectators, adding that its waiting for organisers to send over the SOP’s for the event, that begins in July.