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May 2024
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Rio discuses pressure being in a Premier...

Rio Ferdinand Presents
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Arsenal beat Manchester United 1-0 to take the title race to the final day! Can Spurs do Arsenal a favour against Man City midweek? Burnley & Luton relegated! Rio Ferdinand, Joel Beya & Stephen Howson go live to react to Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Man Utd at Old Trafford to end their misery in Manchester as they edge closer to the title! Casemiro’s performance for Trossard’s goal. Tune in to hear reactions to this weekend’s games including Man City’s 4-0 win over Fulham, Burnley & Luton join Sheffield Utd in dropping to the Championship, can Spurs do Arsenal a favour midweek? The title race going to the final day & more! Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe and hit that notification bell so you never miss a minute of football coverage, exclusive interviews, and fiery debates this season!  

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