Night Four of the Baller League is underway, with teams like John Terry`s 26ers eager to secure their first victory.
Terry`s team is still looking for their first win and will be aiming to change that against rapper Dave`s Santan FC.
In other matches, Gary Lineker`s Deportrio, who are currently undefeated, will face Maya Jama`s MVPs, who also boast a perfect record.
A highlight of the night is the clash between Arsenal legends, with Ian Wright`s Wembley Rangers competing against N5 FC, managed by Freddie Ljungberg, Jens Lehmann, and Robert Pires.
Follow all the action from the Copperbox Arena with live updates below:
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Wembley Rangers 4-2 N5 FC
Brian Ly scores again, his eighth goal in the league.
He`s really carrying the N5 team at the moment.
The game is finely balanced, and there`s still a `game-changer` to come.
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Wembley Rangers 4-1 N5 FC
Junior adds to the score again.
This time, he converts a penalty for Wembley after rounding the goalkeeper and slotting the ball home.
Wembley Rangers are dominating this match.
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Kick-off: Wembley Rangers 3-1 N5 FC
The second half is underway.
N5 FC, coached by the former Arsenal trio, need a big team talk to turn this around.
The next goal in this match feels crucial for both teams.
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HT: Wembley Rangers 3-1 N5 FC
Pires misses a good chance to score as the keeper blocks his effort.
N5 then go straight to the other end and score their first goal of the match.
This goal gives N5 a lifeline in the game.
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Wembley Rangers 3-0 N5 FC
Junior creates space and beats his defender.
He slots the ball past the goalkeeper, making it three for Wembley Rangers.
Ian Wright is having a fantastic evening so far.
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Wembley Rangers 2-0 N5 FC
Wembley attack, and the ball finds Ben Long.
He shoots first time, doubling their lead.
Now, the first `game-changer` of the night is about to happen.
`Plus One` is now active, which could mean many more goals.
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Wembley Rangers 1-0 N5 FC
N5 are putting in strong challenges.
Kahani tries to go around the keeper, but he makes a good block.
Cannon quickly recovers and makes another good save, denying N5 on the follow-up.
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Wembley Rangers 1-0 N5 FC
A very strange first goal of the evening.
Oliver Cannon plays a forward pass that everyone misses, including the goalkeeper.
The ball hits the inside of the post and gives Ian Wright`s team an early lead.
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Kick-off: Wembley Rangers vs N5 FC
The first match of the night is underway.
Neither of these teams has won a game in the Baller League yet.
That could change tonight.
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Arsenal Legends Face Off
Old friends are rivals in the first match this evening.
Wembley Rangers are managed by Ian Wright and Chloe Kelly.
N5 FC are coached by Jens Lehmann, Robert Pires, and Freddie Ljungberg.
Both teams are eager to return to winning form and will put friendships aside, focusing on the match.
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Wembley Rangers vs N5 FC Team Lineups
Here`s a reminder of the squads for tonight`s first match:
Wembley Rangers: Domingos Pires, Check Fayum, Ben Long, Stuart Cook, Oliver Cannon, Juan Pablo, Ruben Junior, Luke Gambin, Kaylen Kofi, Braden Shaw, Joseph Diomande, Nabid Eshari.
N5 FC: Owen Locke, Adrian Mariappa, Brian Ly, Charlie Wakefield, Dayo Adekayo, Chris Arba, Imran Kahani, Michael Class, James Alabi, Troy Molunda, Freddie Berrati, Callum Charlton.
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Fans Excited for More Action
The atmosphere is building for another night of Ballers League action.
Last time was intense, with emotions running high among players and managers.
This has added extra spice, with rivalries developing between some teams.
Everyone is hoping for plenty of goals this week.
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This Evening`s Baller League Games
Matchday 4
- Game 1: Wembley Rangers AFC vs N5 FC
- Game 2: Trebol FC vs M7 FC
- Game 3: VZN FC vs SDS FC
- Game 4: Deportrio vs MVPs United
- Game 5: Yanited vs F.C. RTW
- Game 6: Santan FC vs 26ers
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Pre-Night Reading
Catch up on the fallout from last week`s action:
`I`m doing your job`John Terry and Clattenburg Reignite Feud in Baller League Row
RED MISTHuge Brawl Breaks Out in Baller League After Rash Challenge from Ex-Man Utd Star
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Round Four of Baller League
Welcome to night four of Baller League action.
The league is heating up, with some teams starting to pull away at the top and bottom of the table.
Yanited, Deportrio, and MVPs United remain unbeaten, while football legends Ian Wright, John Terry, and Jens Lehmann are still seeking their first win after three games.
The introduction of wildcards has made a significant impact, with Matthew Briggs, once the Premier League`s youngest player, joining the high-flying Deportrio.
The action at London’s Copper Box has been thrilling, and tonight promises more excitement, starting at 5.35pm BST.
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Marcus Bellamy