FT: Hull City 1-0 Liverpool

1. Dawson header from Elmohamady cross
2. Hull now four clear of drop zone
3. FT: Rotherham 2-1 Reading
4. WIGAN AND MILLWALL ARE RELEGATED

That is that from us this evening. Plenty of drama throughout the leagues.

Hull boost their hopes of survival, Liverpool's Champions League dreams are up in smoke, Wigan and Millwall are relegated from the Championship, while Colchester are in trouble in League One.

I'll leave you with this stat - Mario Balotelli had one touch for Liverpool in 20 second-half minutes.

Cheerio.

Dortmund through

German Cup

Incredibly Bayern Munich missed their first four penalties against Borussia Dortmund in the German Cup semi-final.

Dortmund are through to the final.

Stat attack

5 - Since they last won the league title in 1990, Liverpool have had an average final position of fifth in the league.

They would take that now.

Brendan Rodgers reaction

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers speaks to BBC Sport: "We just lacked that killer instinct in the final third. We are disappointed with the goal. Apart from that we didn't have too many chances against us. It was poor defending from us. We didn't come out together and Dawson is onside.

"We were never enough of a threat. It's been a mark of the season really, in that final third we have struggled."

On leaving three players forward on defensive corners: "It's a tactic to encourage them to bring players back which they did do. It left it numerically fine in the box but you have to be aggressive. We don't come out as a group and that left the central area free, he gets a good header and scores a goal."

On the race for a top-four spot: "I think that's not the reality of it. Our fight is to perform better through to the end of the season. It was always going to be difficult for us. The opportunity was tough this year in terms of where we were at as a team."

Penalties in Germany

German Cup

Full time in Germany where Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are drawing 1-1 in the German Cup semi-final. You can follow the penalty shoot out here.

Manager reaction

Hull manager Steve Bruce speaking to BBC Sport: "It is a great victory - make no bones about it. But we have still got a bit to do, I don't think 34 points is enough.

"We have given ourselves an outstanding chance but that is all it is. We have earned back to back wins and two clean sheets, we showed some of the resilience we have shown over the last few years since I've been here. So it is a big step in the right direction.

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"I always knew we had four matches at home out of our last five, Arsenal and Man Utd at home and also Burnley who are fighting like us.

"It is never easy in the Premier League against anyone but home advantage can give you an advantage. The win stands us in good stead but we have got Arsenal on Monday night so have to be at our best again."

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Hull's David Meyler on Twitter; Unbelievable fight and spirit from the lads. Back to back premier league wins amazing!

How will Leicester respond to Hull's win this evening? The Foxes have won four on the bounce and could join Hull four points clear of the drop zone with a win over Chelsea. Easier said than done. There will be live text commentary on BBC Sport as Chelsea look to move within one win of the title.

Boring, boring Chelsea

Didier Drogba

Boring, boring Chelsea? You are having a laugh.

After drawing 0-0 with Arsenal at the weekend, the Blues have, not for the first time, been accused of being a boring team. Didier Drogba is determined to prove otherwise, posting a video on Instagram to prove the players are far from boring.

Elsewhere in Europe

German Cup

Seven minutes of extra time in the German Cup semi-final between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. It is 1-1, can anyone get the winner before penalties? Find out on our live text here.

Wigan "will bounce back"

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A sombre evening for Millwall and Wigan as Rotherham's 2-1 win over Reading relegates the pair to League One.

Wigan chairman David Sharpe has already responded, saying the club will bounce straight back.

A statement on Wigan's website said: "It's a sad day for everyone associated with Wigan Athletic but we will bounce back, I want that to be the main message to our fans tonight.

"Our only target next season is promotion, nothing else will suffice and the job of rebuilding the club is already well under way under Gary Caldwell and his staff."

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Shohidur Rahman: Have to admit I thought Hull were goners. Fair play to them. Not safe yet but I think they'll be ok now.

John Fryer: Brendan Rodgers your signings have not worked, you let Steven Gerrard leave, your taking LFC backwards, time to go.

John Godsil: I feel sorry for Brendan Rogers,no matter who he picks,there always seem to be a number of players who lack desire in each game

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Now that looks better doesn't it Hull fans? Many were tipping the Tigers for the drop a couple of weeks ago but back-to-back wins and they suddenly look almost safe. I said almost. One more win could be enough.

FULL-TIME

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"Hull's defence were excellent - but there were a few questions not asked of them. Well done to Dawson, Chester and McShane - the three of them got close in around Raheem Sterling from the start. He started to think it was not his day and lost confidence. He didn't beat anyone and lost it completely. That's good defending and great organisation from the manager."

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Liverpool remain in fifth in the Premier League but surely their Champions League hopes are long gone? They now face a scrap with Tottenham and Southampton for a Europa League spot.

Bothered about that competition Reds fans?

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Just look at those possession stats. Liverpool had plenty of the ball but they just couldn't do anything with it. It has to be a striker search for the Reds in the summer.

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James, Watford: Bring back Rafa! A man who could beat Mourinho. Rodgers just thinks he's the next chosen one.

Charlie Varley: Liverpool are the prime example of a confidence team. Win, and they keep winning. Lose, and it all goes downhill.

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Gary, Chatham, via text: Hull - played two won two since Steve Bruce mentioned 50% pay cut if relegated!

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"An important win for Hull City against #LFC - Liverpool fans: what needs to change next season? Call: 0500909693."

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Rotherham stay up.

WIGAN AND MILLWALL ARE RELEGATED TO LEAGUE ONE.

Into the dying seconds at Rotherham...

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"Hull look like a team which has just won the cup - and rightly so. A clean sheet and, more importantly, the three points they needed."

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Not great news for Colchester. They go into the final game of the season in the relegation zone in League One and needing favours. They entertain promotion hopefuls Preston on Sunday.

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Huge celebrations from the Hull players at the KC Stadium and an eruption of joy from the stands as the final whistle sounds. A deserved three points from the hosts and they move four points clear of the drop zone.

Liverpool remain seven points adrift of the top four.

Simon Mignolet's delivery is poor and Hull clear.

Wait a minute; Liverpool have a free- kick at the half way line. They will push everyone forward.

The ball is deep in Liverpool's half. Surely Hull have got this won?

The Hull fans are whistling. They know how big this win could be. Philippe Coutinho shoots straight at Steve Harper. Into the last minute of injury time.

Liverpool are coming up against a solid Hull City defensive wall. Three minutes of injury time left and Raheem Sterling crosses straight at Steve Harper. Sterling has had an absolute howler.

GOAL

Oh - hope yet for Millwall. Another goal for Reading will ensure the Lions are not relegated tonight and take the relegation battle down to the final day.

As things stand, with Rotherham winning they will stay up and Millwall and Wigan are down.

Still anxious moments for Hull as Liverpool push forward.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"It looks a little bit livelier up front for Liverpool because at least Lambert is trying. At least he is making runs. Sterling is now playing up alongside him."

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Can Liverpool steal a point? Into the last few seconds of normal time. Five minutes of added on time signalled.

Rotherham closing in on full-time and Championship survival.

League One beckons for Wigan and Millwall.

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Jon Evans: Depressing score tonight as a Villa fan. The one time I want Liverpool to win as well.

Riyaz: I'll put money on Rodgers claiming his side were excellent tonight...

Jay Hogaro: Liverpool are getting a reputation for fading away towards the end of the season.

CLOSE!

Tom Huddlestone meets the corner perfectly and volleys wide from 20 yards. Entering the last two minutes as Liam Rosenior replaces the outstanding Dame N'Doye.

The striker isn't in a rush and Jordan Henderson looks to hurry him up.

Hull break quickly and Gaston Ramirez wins a corner...

Well into the last five minutes and still Liverpool struggle to create.

German Cup latest

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Drama in Germany - it was all going so well for Bayern in the first half, leading 1-0, but Dortmund have responded in the second half of their German Cup semi-final.

The match finished 1-1 at full-time thanks to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's equaliser and we are now in extra-time.

Follow the action on our German Cup live text.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"Just for a moment I thought Lallana's effort was in there. I think he was looking for it. It just drifted past."

SUBSTITUTION

Steve Buce is attempting to break up the game now as he brings on his defensive midfielder son Alex for the attacking Sone Aluko.

CLOSE!

Corner to Liverpool with six minutes left. It is cleared but Adam Lallana collects the loose ball and sends a cross cum shot over the bar.

SUBSTITUTION

Midfielder Stephen Quinn is replaced by Gaston Ramirez to a standing ovation.

A tireless shift.

Raheem Sterling will be disappointed with that effort. Once again Philippe Coutinho's advances, lays the ball back to Sterling, who curls a tame shot straight at Steve Harper.

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Into the last 10 minutes and, as it stands, Hull will move four points clear of the drop zone. It could be a massive moment.

Mario Balotelli is sitting on the bench now with a big ice pack on his foot. His side look just as toothless now as they did when he was on.

Once again the delivery is poor. Adam Lallana's corner is looped into Hull's box and the ball is headed clear. The Reds just don't look capable of hurting their hosts.

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Another corner for Liverpool. The pressure is building...

Raheem Sterling finally comes to life. He cuts inside from the left but his shot into the ground bounces straight into Steve Harper's arms. Into the last 15 minutes.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"Rodgers will go three at the back now, Can, Skrtel and Johnson. He is shouting now to let them know. He is really going for it now with lots of attack minded players on there. The problem is, who is playing well of those attack minded players."

SUBSTITUTION

A last throw of the dice by Brendan Rodgers as midfielder Lazar Markovic replaces defender Dejan Lovren. Glen Johnson will drop deeper but Liverpool are going for this...

CLOSE!

Robbie Brady's near post corner is flicked on and Martin Skrtel just about manages to head wide of the post.

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In amongst Liverpool's mediocrity this evening, Philippe Coutinho has been absolutely outstanding.

The Brazilian's touch and vision has been almost too good for some of his team-mates this evening.

Raheem Sterling on the other hand? Short of confidence would be generous.

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John Fryer: Brendan Rodgers will want another league run without European football, we will finish 7th/8th, no better. For me Rodgers out.

Dazzler: As a Liverpool fan I just want to see the passion and energy that Suarez gave from our current players. Europa no thanks.

CLOSE!

Jordan Henderson unleashes a drive from 20 yards straight at goalkeeper Steve Harper. He fumbles initially but smothers the loose ball.

Vote result

Earlier we asked if you think Hull will secure Premier League survival and you have spoken - 62.7% of you think they will survive, while 37.3% think they will go down. Thanks for voting.

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Hull break quickly but, after being played in by Dame N'Doye's pass, Sone Aluko's heavy touch lets him down. A better touch and he is in.

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David Broome: Struggling Hull look far more comfortable with this 1-0 lead than they should against a team with ambition of playing in Europe.

Chelsea Warrior: Liverpool's problems are of their own making. Why buy a player even the great manager Mourinho could not fathom? Desperation?

Mario Balotelli is off and had just 22 touches in the match, the lowest in Liverpool's starting XI.

Liverpool are finally getting up a head of steam. The KC Stadium are doing their best to encourage their side but they look like they could be under the cosh for the final 25 minutes.

SUBSTITUTION

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Mario Balotelli's miserable evening is over. The striker has not enjoyed himself and is replaced by Rickie Lambert.

Winger Jordon Ibe is replaced by Adam Lallana on the right.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"It's all about Coutinho. If anyone makes a run beyond he will find them. Good shot by Henderson good stop. Coutinho is on the losing side right now, I tell you what, he's the man of the match."

GREAT SAVE!

Much better from the visitors. Philippe Coutinho dinks a lovely ball towards Jordan Henderson, who controls on his chest, before volleying towards goal. Steve Harper does well to save down low to his left.

This could be a nervy last 28 minutes.

GOAL

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Great news for Rotherham - who now seem certain to be staying up after Lee Frecklington slots home at the far post.

Grim, though, for Wigan and Millwall, who look to be heading down to League One.

Better pressure from Liverpool as Martin Skrtel forces another corner... Philippe Coutinho's delivery is poor though and Hull clear at the near post.

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It has been a frustrating evening for Jordon Ibe on the right. The youngster, like many of his team mates, has just not been able to get into the game.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"These are big moments for Liverpool. As for Balotelli, go on, do something special, you're a big player an Italian centre forward. If I was Rickie Lambert I'd be frustrated because you know he would give everything for that moment."

Jordan Henderson fizzes in a cross from deep towards Raheem Sterling and Michael Dawson heads wide for a corner. The delivery is sent into the penalty area by Henderson again but it is easy for goalkeeper Steve Harper.

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Alex Rich: All of tonight has been wrong, lack of venom, pace or a finish, much like LFC's whole season really, we NEED Sturridge.

Sam: You have to remember that for a good three years before Rodgers' appointment, we never even came close to the Champions League.

Eyobel gomini: Brendan Rodgers We want You to say! (Manutd fan)

You get the feeling there is more drama to come at the KC Stadium. Hull have been fairly comfortable so far but, with more than 30 minutes to go, you get the feeling the best is still to come from the visitors.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

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"Just watching Sterling closely tonight. Eden Hazard at the start of last season developed this habit in his game, beat a man and then stopped. Sterling has started to do that a bit. He didn't used to. It's as if you get into habit. It's up to Brendan to say 'stop doing that. Get the ball, go, move. You're good enough.'"

Matt Derbyshire has scored for Rotherham - a potentially huge goal. A close-range finish - and one that could see the Millers stay up and relegate both Millwall and Wigan.

Former Rotherham boss Ronnie Moore on BBC Radio Sheffield: "What a start to the second half - just what Rotherham needed."

GOAL

A blow to Colchester's survival hopes in League One as Ben Gladwin heads home an equaliser for Swindon. If it stays as it is, Colchester will remain in the relegation zone with one match left.

Getting the knack of it...

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The Tigers are on track for two wins in 20.

Pause in the action as Dame N'Doye and Dejan Lovren go down after an aerial collision. Both look as though they will okay.

Former Rotherham boss Ronnie Moore on BBC Radio Sheffield and 5 live sports extra: "This is a massive 45 minutes of football - and Rotherham need to bring their two strikers into the game because they have been starved of service."

Liverpool probe on the edge of Hull's penalty area. Philippe Coutinho, Raheem Sterling and Glen Johnson combine but there is no end product and Hull comfortably clear.

Fairly toothless stuff from the Reds so far. Talking the obvious but they don't half miss Daniel Sturridge.

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No, Liverpool clear and the danger is over.

How Liverpool could do with Barcelona's firepower at the moment. The Catalans have just beaten Getafe 6-0 in La Liga.

Emre Can gives away a needless corner with a mistimed header. Can Hull double their lead?

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SprightlyCFC: Some pundits say 'Jose is successful because he has money to spend'. IF that narrative is true, why has Rodgers been stuttering?

Jonathan Egan: Even the most optimistic of Liverpool fans know there's no chance we'll come back and win. Dreading next season.

John Godsil: The Liverpool team picked for this game look like a mid table side & they are certainly playing like a mid table side!!!!

KICK-OFF

Liverpool need to step this up to reignite their Champions League hopes. Hull are doing their survival hopes no harm at all. Game on.

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There can be no complaints about that first half score line can there?

HALF-TIME

A big first half from Colchester United as Jacob Murphy's early goal is enough to give them a 1-0 lead over Swindon in League One.

A win would lift the U's out of the relegation zone with one match remaining. Notts County drop into the drop zone as results stand.

HALF-TIME

Half-time and no goals to report. A tense and fairly niggly opening half.

If it stays like this then Millwall will not be relegated tonight - but Wigan will.

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Ninja Embellish: Liverpool players showing solidarity with the fans and supporting the boycott.

Belete Eshetea: Mario Balotelli is just too annoying for me to watch. I feel bad for Liverpool fans!

HALF-TIME

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Michael Dawson's header the difference. He was certainly onside.

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Surging run from Glenn Johnson. The defender bursts into Hull's penalty area but his low cross is inches away from the waiting Mario Balotelli in front of goal. Unlucky.

Hull continue to cause Liverpool problems. Dame N'Doye drops his shoulder and races into the penalty area. His touch is too heavy and Simon Mignolet collects.

Two minutes of added on time signalled.

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Liverpool may still have their eyes on the top four but they aren't yet guaranteed a place in Europe for next season as the table at the start of the evening shows.

Only the teams finishing fifth and sixth are certain to make the Europa League, although if Arsenal win the FA Cup, that becomes open to seventh as well.

Could the Reds be cheering on the Gunners come the season end?

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There can be few complaints about this scoreline. Hull have created the better chances throughout the half. Into the last five minutes.

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Ed Stockton: Might go to Anfield and sit with the protestors, I reckon they're watching a better game.

Giannina Caraceni: As always, Liverpool. We shouldn't be expecting our club to go behind in every game! Uninspiring lack of final product #bbcfootball

Ada: If Rodgers is trying to show he can lead Liverpool back into the top of British football, his doing a poor job.

SecuriLee: Are Liverpool playing 2-3-1? They seem to be missing some or most of their team!

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You can imagine fans of Hull's relegation rivals cursing Liverpool's defence right now. A win would move Hull four points clear of the drop zone.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"That may well be the best assistant referee decision of the season. From our position there were three offside but it's the right decision.

"Just before that corner kick happened Liverpool left three up against three. It leaves gaps at the back. There's a reason why teams don't do that."

GOAL

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The KC Stadium erupts as Michael Dawson beats Liverpool's woeful offside trap to give Hull the lead. Ahmed Elmohamady lifts the ball into the penalty area from the right and Dawson ghosts in unmarked to loop a header over goalkeeper Simon Mignolet and into the net.

Where was Liverpool's defence? They are appealing for offside but not a chance.

A reminder that Hull went into the game just a point ahead of the drop zone. Liverpool are seven points behind the top four and a Champions League place.

There is a lot riding on this.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

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"I've got such admiration for Balotelli as a footballer and his ability. It's just we are not used to it in the English game to see someone who appears not to give you 100%. It grates on people."

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Ross in Kent: What are the odds of Brendan Rodgers saying that Liverpool were "outstanding" after tonight's game no matter what the result!

A very even opening half an hour. Liverpool having the better quality possession but Hull are looking dangerous on the break and from set pieces.

Both teams are desperate for the win and it is showing.

No goals in the crucial Championship fixture - remember a win for Rotherham will relegate both Millwall and Wigan - but there is news on the injury front.

A collision involving a player and a ball-boy has seen the latter, a young 13-year-old lad, shepherded down the tunnel, unable to continue.

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Mario Balotelli is cutting a frustrated figure - when doesn't he?

The striker has had just one touch inside Hull's penalty area - as shown by his touch graphic above. No lack of effort from the Italian though.

CLOSE!

How aren't Hull ahead there?

Robbie Brady advances down the right and his cross is headed goalwards by Jake Livermore. Goalkeeper Simon Mignolet can only parry the ball in the air, Sone Aluko prods it back towards goal but Glen Johnson is on the line to hack clear.

Pinball in the penalty area but Liverpool survive.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"It was a slightly telegraphed backheel. Everyone in the ground and outside it saw it coming."

Fancy from Mario. Balotelli collects the ball from Raheem Sterling's low cross from the left with his back to the goal. The striker attempts an audacious backheel but it is straight at goalkeeper Steve Harper. Decent thinking though.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

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"This is actually a very good game to watch. Both sides are going for it and wanting to win."

Another chance for Hulls' big men to get forward as Martin Skrtel clumsily downs Sone Aluko near the bye-line on the left. Robbie Brady's free-kick is punched away by Simon Mignolet and James Chester's weak header from the second cross is easy for the goalkeeper.

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"It's getting a bit better from Liverpool, some good quality crosses in there. You can see a bit more invention and belief."

BBC Radio 5 live presenter Mark Chapman tweets: The Liverpool protest has cut through. Away end half full at best at Hull City.

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GREAT SAVE!

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Clever by Liverpool. Jordan Henderson's corner from the right is played to the near post, dummied by Jordon Ibe, and Philippe Coutinho meets the ball with a powerful volley. His shot is well parried by Steve Harper and the ball is scrambled clear.

No goals to report yet at the New York Stadium. An edgy start to the match as Rotherham hope to pick up the win that will relegate both Wigan and Millwall.

Former Rotherham boss Ronnie Moore on 5 live sports extra: "The gulf is unbelievable between League One and the Championship - and staying up would be a huge achievement for the Millers."

Jordan Henderson is furious as he is penalised for raising his foot on Stephen Quinn. Robbie Brady delivers the ball poorly from 40 yards out but Martin Skrtel panics and heads wide for a corner.

Chance for the Tigers...

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"Coutinho looks the best player in the Liverpool team at the moment. His movement is good and his head is always up. I would suggest he is a better all round player than Sterling but if you add the pace Sterling has got, in the modern game it gets you an extra 50 grand a week."

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David Ivett: Huge Swindon fan for tonight. Colchester win puts us (Notts County) back in the drop zone. Come on Swindon!!!

Not going well then, with Colchester currently one goal to the good.

Brilliant by Philippe Coutinho as he slips the ball behind Hull's defence and into Glen Johnson's path down the left. The defender miscues his cross though into the hands of goalkeeper Steve Harper, with Mario Balotelli waiting.

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Liverpool have no title in 25 years. Bournemouth are a Premier League club. These are big turn ups. But what is the biggest turn up in the top flight in the last 25 years?

Gavin Smith: Norwich City fighting to win Premier League in '93?

Rick Ashton: Blackburn Rovers going from 2nd division to Premier League champions in three seasons will never be matched.

Cameron Westwood: Newcastle United finishing 3rd in 1994, the year after promotion from the old First Division. This is something that will NEVER ever be achieved again by any newly promoted club.

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An awful touch by Glen Johnson gifts Hull possession in the centre of the park as the hosts come forward again. No damage is done though as Hull's attack breaks down. All very bitty early on.

A frantic opening but Liverpool are trying to take the sting out of things with a phase of patient play. The Tigers aren't giving them much time though as they chase and harry everything early on.

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Why is Balotelli playing tonight?

Russell LFC Fan: It's shop window time, come on Balo, put in a decent performance.

Matty B, Skelton: Rogers is clearly playing Balotelli in the hope that he might have a good game and stand a chance of recouping a few million in the summer.

Jafer, Liverpool fan in Birmingham: I miss Luis Suarez. So, so much.

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Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"A great cross from the left, good pace on it, N'Doye is seven yards out and you could argue he should score there. It was straight at Mignolet. Certainly the best chance of the game so far."

GREAT SAVE!

Hull should be ahead. Sone Aluko shows some trickery to get down the left flank and his cross is perfect for the unmarked Dame N'Doye just eight yards out from goal. The Senegal striker though can only head straight at goalkeeper Simon Mignolet, who parries away. Either side of the goalkeeper and that is the opener.

Mario Balotelli enjoys a moan doesn't he? The Liverpool striker has disagreed with pretty much everything that has happened so far and we are only five minutes in.

Dangerous free-kick to Hull 30 yards out but Robbie Brady's delivery is headed away by Martin Skrtel.

Alan Green

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"At best the Liverpool away end is half full."

You're supposed to be at home

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Hundreds of fans will be at Anfield this evening - and, no, they haven't got the wrong venue.

While their team are playing 200km away in Hull, some Liverpool supporters will be boycotting the KC Stadium protesting at their own ground.

The Spirit of Shankly supporters union has organised the event as part of an ongoing campaign against the cost of watching top-flight football.

Tickets for the match at the KC Stadium are £50, with a £2 reduction by Liverpool as part of the Premier League's away fans initiative.

Mario Balotelli steps up to a free-kick 25 yards out but his curling effort is deflected wide for a corner. The following delivery comes to nothing.

GOAL

A cross from the left flank leaves Wes Foderingham in Swindon's goal stranded and Jacob Murphy is on hand to tap in from close range.

A big goal. Remember a win for Colchester would move them out of the League One relegation zone at the expense of Notts County.

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An early break from Hull as Jake Livermore bursts into the Liverpool box, chasing a hopeful punt. Nothing comes of it as he falls over. Positive start though.

Now Mario Balotelli waves him arms towards Tom Huddlestone after being downed.

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Austen-William: Just ran the girlfriend a bath so I can watch the game uninterrupted whilst seeming a thoughtful boyfriend. Win Win!

LINE-UPS

Hull City XI: Harper, Chester, Huddlestone, Brady, Livermore, McShane, Dawson, Aluko, Elmohamady, N'Doye, Quinn.

Liverpool XI: Mignolet, Can, Skrtel, Lovren, Johnson, Allen, Henderson, Ibe, Sterling, Coutinho, Balotelli.

KICK-OFF

Game on. A huge game at both ends of the table.

Liverpool's striker problems

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"I watched Divock Origi a few times in the Europa League. He looks a deal short of being the full package yet. He definitely has ability, is quick but looks like he needs another year before he is top Premier League standard."

Liverpool own Origi and loaned him immediately back to Lille upon his signing. He is expected to begin his career at Anfield at the end of this season.

LINE-UPS

Colchester: Walker, Brindley, Eastman, Khumalo, Briggs, Fox, Gilbey, Moncur, Massey, Porter, Murphy. Subs: Wynter, Lewington, Healey, Bonne, Szmodics, Lapslie, Sembie-Ferris.

Swindon: Foderingham, Turnbull, Nathan Thompson, Stephens, Byrne, Luongo, Kasim, Gladwin, Toffolo, Williams, Obika. Subs: Michael Smith, Swift, Hylton, Tyrell Belford, Rodgers, Branco, Ricketts.

Referee: Kevin Johnson (Somerset)

LINE-UPS

Rotherham: Martinez, Hunt, Morgan, Broadfoot, Lafferty, Frecklington, Smallwood, Arnason, Pringle, Ward, Derbyshire. Subs: Wood, Bowery, Green, Collin, Hammill, Wilson, Clarke-Harris.

Reading: Andersen, Stephen Kelly, Hector, Cooper, Gunter, Karacan, Norwood, Chalobah, Cox, Pogrebnyak, Obita. Subs: Federici, Pearce, McCleary, Mackie, Blackman, Stacey, Appiah.

Referee: Graham Salisbury (Lancashire)

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'The Eye of the Tiger" blares out of the tannoy system as the two teams emerge on the pitch. I see what they've done there.

The Hull fans seem up for this one.

Pay cut for failure

If any extra motivation was needed for Hull's players in the next few weeks - this will probably do the trick.

Relegation would mean wage cuts of up to 50% for the squad, according to boss Steve Bruce.

Time to trade those sports cars in lads? The teams are in the tunnel.

Dog's abuse for Tigers

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Even the dogs in Hull support their local team...What? You've never seen a canine in a replica kit before? It's all the rage in dog world.

I just hope Steve Bruce's men are in top form this evening for their sake. Or else they are in for dog's abuse...

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What is the biggest turn up in the top-flight in the last 25 years?

Leo Howard: Mention Eibar and Sassuolo in Spain and Italy respectively for top flight turn ups. Eibar is particularly remarkable, with their scenic stadium half the size of Bournemouth's!

Tommy Mulligan: Southampton this season have been one of the biggest surprises, sold half their team and are stronger when most expected them to be in or near the bottom.

Kevin Fraser: Kenny Dalglish and his Blackburn premier winning team never get the recognition it deserves.

Dame's the man

If the Tigers do stay up this season, they will have a lot to thank their January transfer from Senegal for.

The 30-year-old striker Dame N'Doye, signed from Lokomotiv Moscow on the final day of the transfer window, has scored five goals in eight matches.

That includes a brace in Saturday's crucial win over Crystal Palace.

Hope for Hull

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Hull gave their survival hopes a timely boost on Saturday with a 2-0 win at Crystal Palace.

The win kept them above the drop zone but their run-in doesn't exactly do them many favours.

After tonight's visit of Liverpool, they face Arsenal (home), Tottenham (away) and Manchester United (home) - as well as a home match against Burnley.

They may have to do this the hard way.

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What is the biggest turn up in top-flight football in 25 years?

Hakeem: Gerrard slipping.

Stephen Nichols: Leeds winning the league in their second season in the top flight (1992). You won't ever see that happen again.

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Elsewhere in Europe

Bayern Munich are just kicking off their German Cup semi-final against Borussia Dortmund and you can follow all the action here.

Meanwhile Xavi makes it 4-0 for Barcelona against Getafe, just past the half hour mark. Live text here.

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John of Sheffield: Pat Nevin (19:08) is wrong about LFC fans always wanting Gerrard to play. Sadly his recent performances have confirmed he can no longer play at this level. He's right to be moving to a slower paced league to prolong his career.

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"I'm the best man for the job"

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Graeme Souness, Roy Evans, Gerard Houllier, Rafa Benitez, Roy Hodgson, Dalglish and Brendan Rodgers have all been tasked with winning title number 19 for Liverpool but it has eluded them all.

Rodgers though is not lacking confidence and, when asked if he could end their drought, he told the Liverpool Echo "absolutely".

The former Swansea man has also said recently, "The message for me, is clear. I don't think there would be anyone better to do the job here."

Time to walk the walk Brendan.

Barcelona running riot

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Barcelona don't look as though they are going to have any problems this evening - the question might be how many are they going to get?

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar have already hit the target as they lead Getafe 3-0 in La Liga within 30 minutes.

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Charlton skipper Johnnie Jackson: Best of luck to everyone at my old team @ColU_Official tonight, big result needed to help stay in the league

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Alan Green

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"Brendan Rodgers says things sometimes which make me puzzled. To describe their performance at The Hawthorns as outstanding was puzzling. How was it?

"You lose Luis Suarez, in particular his goals and then you have Sturridge not playing nowhere near enough. Look at the selection tonight, Balotelli. Goodness things are desperate if they are relying on that mis-fit Italian."

It happened then

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Sorry to rub it in but, as you can see from the graphic above, Manchester United have been pretty prolific since Liverpool's last title win - 25 years ago today.

Having said that, of the 20 teams in the top flight that season, there are eight not in the Premier League now.

Luton are languishing in League Two, while a few others are in League One.

It could be worse Reds...

Hull's season in the balance

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Staying up?

Hull boss Steve Bruce: "Our home games will be critical - we have difficult opposition but we have got four games out of five at home. You get the vast majority of your points at home and it is imperative we start by picking up points tonight.

"There are obviously going to be some twists and turns over the next few weeks."

Where's Gerrard?

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Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers on the absence of Steven Gerrard: "It is very clear, we've three games over the course of a week and we have given him an extra rest period to get him ready for the weekend. He has not travelled with the team.

"This is our game in hand and hopefully we can take advantage of it. We will keep fighting to the very end."

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Ulysses Salmon: Gerrard should play because of form only - and his form is excruciatingly poor at the moment. Right decision to miss the game.

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Today marks 25 years since Liverpool last won a league title. Who would have thought that may happen in 1990? Less than 24 hours after Bournemouth completed their remarkable ascendency into the top flight, we want to know what you think is the biggest football turn up in 25 years?

Carl Cluley: The biggest surprise of anyone winning the Premier League has to be Blackburn in the last quarter of century.

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A Premier League challenge for Bournemouth

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If you were in any doubt as to the size of the task Bournemouth will have on their hands in the Premier League, take a look at these two graphics.

It is going to be some challenge...

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Hornets are buzzing

Bournemouth supporters are not the only one's celebrating - after Watford's place in the Premier League was secured at the weekend as well.

It is estimated a place in the top flight will be worth £120m - so it is no wonder the Hornets celebrated like this when the news reached them on the team coach.

Shows how much it means for Hull this evening.

BBC coverage

BBC Radio 5 live

A couple of radio commentaries for you to choose from this evening, both of which are online.

You can listen to Hull v Liverpool on BBC Radio 5 live or take in the Championship encounter between Rotherham and Reading on BBC Radio 5 live Sports Extra.

No Gerrard for Liverpool

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin

BBC Radio 5 live at the KC Stadium

"I just chatted to some of the journos downstairs. They were suggesting Steven Gerrard had a couple of twinges. It may well be just that. If you push it too far, the hamstring or calf could go. Obviously every Liverpool supporter would rather him play but if you're taking a chance it's probably not worth it."

One last hurrah for Klopp?

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Over in Bavaria it's 'Der Klassiker' as Bayern Munich host Borussia Dortmund in the semi-final of the German Cup, a 19:30 BST kick-off.

Jurgen Klopp isn't saying goodbye just yet - he may be leaving his role as Dortmund manager at the end of the season but a win tonight would set up a glorious send-off in the final in Berlin on 30 May.

After wrapping up the league title last weekend, Bayern are looking to emulate the achievement of Jupp Heynckes' side of 2013 and secure a treble of Bundesliga, German Cup and Champions League titles.

You can follow the action in a separate live text commentary by clicking here.

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From Andrew: Huge game tonight, but for very different reasons and at opposite ends of the league table. Liverpool have to win to put pressure on Manchester United in the run-in and Hull have to win to stay above the drop zone given Leicester's recent resergence in form.

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Mario's shooting problems

Mario Balotelli has failed to score in all but one of his 15 Premier League appearances for the Reds despite attempting 59 shots.

Maybe he discovered a shooting app on his smart phone as he entered the KC?

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Liverpool currently average 1.42 goals a game in the league. That is the worst ratio in the top six.

No Gerrard for Liverpool

Breaking team news from the KC Stadium sees Liverpool do without Steven Gerrard for the night. He does not make the squad and Joe Allen's recall in his place is the Reds only change from their draw against West Brom on Saturday.

Hull are unchanged from their win at Palace and can keep consecutive clean sheets for the first time since October 2013 in the Premier League with a shut out tonight.

Hull City XI: Harper, Chester, Huddlestone, Brady, Livermore, McShane, Dawson, Aluko, Elmohamady, N'Doye, Quinn.

Liverpool XI: Mignolet, Can, Skrtel, Lovren, Johnson, Allen, Henderson, Ibe, Sterling, Coutinho, Balotelli.

Colchester fight for survival

Colchester fans will be sitting a little nervously as well this evening.

The U's go into their game in hand in League One second from bottom in the table, but just two points adrift of safety.

They know a victory against Swindon - who are already guaranteed a place in the play-offs - and their fate will be in their hands on the final day of the season on Sunday.

Fail to win and they need some favours. All the key action will be updated here as it happens.

The trap door to League One awaits

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There is a huge match in the Championship this evening - this time at the other end of the table.

Rotherham know a win at home to Reading and they are safe from the drop, despite having three points deducted for playing an unregistered player.

Their safety would spell bad news for Wigan and Millwall, who would join Blackpool in League One next season

A point for the Millers would send the Latics down but Millwall would go into the final day still with some hope. We will cover all the major action here as it happens.

Cherries on top

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I expect there were a few sore heads on the south coast this morning after Bournemouth all but secured their place in the top flight for the first time ever.

Only defeat, a Middlesbrough win and a 20-goal swing on the final day of the season can deny them a top-flight spot - it just isn't going to happen.

Just seven years ago, the Cherries almost went out of business.

Some rise eh?

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Breaking team news from Hull where striker Mario Balotelli and winger Jordon Ibe start for the Reds. Full line up to follow.

Spanish La Liga

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A Madrid team is visiting the Camp Nou tonight. OK, it isn't that Madrid team. Nevertheless, that doesn't mean the visit of capital-based side Getafe is not one for Barca trio Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Gerard Pique to feel excited about.

That's because the Catalan giants need a win to stay ahead of arch-rivals Real Madrid in the Spanish title race. Three points for Luis Enrique's men will move them five clear of Los Merengues, who host Almeria on Wednesday.

Can Getafe do their neighbours a favour tonight? Head over to our dedicated live text commentary to find out...

Top flight turn ups

It is 25 years since Liverpool last won the Division One title, a day after Bournemouth sealed their place in the Premier League for the first time.

Did anyone predict the Reds wouldn't win the championship in a quarter of a century? What has been the biggest top-flight turn up in that time?

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By the way, Happy Anniversary Liverpool fans.

It is 25 years ago to the day that the Reds won the last of their 18 league titles.

The Daily Mail has worked out they have spent £770m since and signed 190 players.

That 2-1 win over QPR must seem a long time ago now...

Liverpool in Europe?

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Not that tonight is all about the relegation zone.

Liverpool know a defeat and their slim hopes of finishing in the Premier League top four - and earning Champions League football for next season - would be all but over.

The Reds are seven points behind fourth-placed Manchester United, with five games to play.

It's still on for Brendan Rodgers & co - just.

Can the Tigers roar?

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Good evening. Feeling nervous yet Hull City fans?

The Tigers entertain Champions League-chasing Liverpool tonight, just one point clear of the Premier League relegation zone.

There look to be six teams right in the mire - up to Aston Villa in 14th - although Newcastle United fans will be looking anxiously over their shoulders one place above after a disastrous recent run.

Bournemouth and Watford are already plotting their trips to the likes of Old Trafford and Anfield, but who will replace them in the Championship?

The fight for survival

Not the most appealing job advert in the world is it?

It doesn't even mention the loss of your best players, a drop in attendance, more league matches and a substantial pay cut.

That will be the reality facing three Premier League teams by the end of the season though.

The race is on.

Clubs wanted for the Championship

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Wanted: Three Premier League clubs to drop into the Championship.

Job description: Teams that drop down usually have a dodgy defence and misfiring attack. Plenty of heart but a lack of bottle when it matters.

Salary: Significantly less money than you are on but your current employers will chip in to make sure you get paid more than the other clubs in this league.

Prospects: Mixed. Some teams relish the new environment but a lot find it very difficult to return to where they came from.

Deadline: Sunday 24 May.