The incident did not put the world No 1 off his stride as he made a break of 56 to open up a 4-1 lead, having earlier recovered from losing the opening frame.
Harry Kane's fitness remained the subject of scrutiny, but interim boss Lee Carsley has now confirmed that the England captain will not lead the team out at Wembley.
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Kompany is said to use post-match video analysis to highlight aspects that have little tactical relevance but represent the kind of mentality he expects from his team.
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp (right) could be set to reportedly add a fifth club to his new Red Bull portfolio as the organisation considers purchasing a French second division side.
Cristiano Ronaldo (inset) turned personal trainer as he put his son Jnr through an intense gym workout after the pair shared breakfast together one morning in Saudi Arabia.