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    ‘What is up with you?’ – Robbie Savage’s harsh half-time dressing room team-talk that inspired Macclesfield to title win

    MACCLESFIELD manager Robbie Savage inspired his non-league side to a massive title win thanks to an inspiration half-time team talk.Savage, 50, took over the Silkmen last year after his close friend Rob Smethurst bought the club.Robbe Savage led Macclesfield to the Northern Premier League titleCredit: RexHe let rip in the changing room at half-time before they went on to win the titleMacclesfield boss Savage inspired his players to win 2-1 despite trailing at the breakCredit: X @thesilkmenAnd the pundit won the Northern Premier League last week in what is his debut season as a manager.A BBC documentary about the Welsh tactician’s first ever crack at management with Macclesfield is set to be released and will tell the story of a truly remarkable campaign.The doc will take viewers backstage during the crucial match against Bamber Bridge at Moss Rose.After a disappointing first half that saw Bamber Bridge leading 1-0, the former Manchester United academy prospect let it all out to his players in the dressing room.Read More on FootballSavage said: “Not good enough. Listen, I’m not gonna shout, but what is up with you?!”Are you fighting? Can you play in front of a big crowd? Because you are better than this.”Let’s go win the league. Come on!”And that team talk had the desired effect as Macclesfield fought back and won 2-1.Most read in EFLThat in turn led to a triumphant promotion to the National League North for next season.Savage and co are now just two divisions away from the English Football League.’I wish my father was here’ – Emotional moment Robbie Savage chokes up after winning promotion with MacclesfieldThe ex-Wales international was initially involved with the club as part owner before taking over the reins in the dugout. More

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    Footie legend Rooney caught short as he’s spotted weeing against wall on night out after British Boxing Awards

    FOOTIE icon Wayne Rooney was caught short as he was snapped relieving himself against a wall on a night out.The former Manchester United and England talisman was spotted in the compromised position after making an appearance at the British Boxing Awards 2025 at The Langham Hotel on Friday night.Wayne Rooney was caught short as he took a wee up against a wall during a night outCredit: GoffThe footballing legend was in London to attend the British Boxing AwardsCredit: GoffWayne spent a few hours with pals at The Nest Rooftop bar in MaryleboneCredit: GoffWayne was all smiles as he rejoined the boysCredit: GoffWazza then headed to The Nest Rooftop bar in Marylebone with pals followed by a dinner and more drinks at Novikov in Mayfair leaving around 2am.After a couple of bar stops, the legend was seen peeing against a wall on the side of the road.He was then seen rejoining pals as they continued partying into the night.It is unknown whether or not wife Coleen spent the night in the capital too.read more in sportICONIC CAREERWayne Rooney took the football world by storm when he made his debut for 2002 with Everton.He quickly became the club’s youngest-ever goalscorer aged 16 years and 342 days and was named the BBC’s Young Sports Personality of the Year.The striker joined Manchester United in 2004 and spent 13 years at Old Trafford. He went on to make 559 appearances for the Red Devils and scored 253 goals. To this day he is still the club’s all-time leading goalscorer.Following his spell with United, Rooney returned to Everton for a season. He also spent one-season stints with D.C. United and Derby County at the end of his career.Most read in FootballAs well as his impressive club career, Rooney is also England’s second-highest goalscorer with 53 goals in 120 appearances, behind only Harry Kane.After hanging up his boots, the England icon turned to a career in management.He took charge of Derby County in 2020 and managed to just about save the club from relegation from the Championship at the end of his first season.Wayne Rooney furious at what Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo did before FA Cup tie However, with Derby handed a 21-point deduction the following campaign, he was unable to keep them up again and subsequently left.Then came a 15-month spell in charge of MLS side D.C. United. He failed to impress during his time in Washington and parted ways with the club at the end of the 2023 regular season.Rooney was controversially handed the Birmingham job in October 2023, replacing John Eustace with the club doing well and sixth in the Championship table.However, in 15 games he suffered nine defeats and managed just two wins. He was sacked in January 2024 with Birmingham down in 20th. The club were relegated to League One at the end of the campaign.He returned to management in May with Plymouth Argyle but managed just five wins in 25 games. The United legend now finds himself out of work once again.The former striker enjoyed his night with a group of ladsCredit: GoffRooney was in view of a cyclist during his pit stopCredit: GoffRooney is celebrated as one of the best players to lace up his bootsCredit: GoffWazza enjoyed a dazzling career for country and clubCredit: GettyHe spent most of his accomplished career at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty More

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    Dele Alli’s model ex-girlfriend Ruby Mae shows off incredible curves as she bends down to pick flowers in backless dress

    RUBY MAE has shown off a stunning new look for springtime – as her former beau looks to kickstart his football career.The model famously dated ex-England star Dele Alli between 2016 and 2021. Ruby Mae has shown off her figure in a stunning new shootCredit: Instagram @rube_maeThe model rocked a backless white dress in the spring time inspired snapsCredit: Instagram @rube_maeRuby did some flower pickingThe 30-year-old has previously modelled for Chanel and Dolce & GabbanaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/rube_mae/Ruby dated ex-Spurs star Dele Alli between 2016 and 2021Credit: RexAlli has joined Serie A side Como in a bid to resurrect his career after two years on the sideline. Ruby, who has modelled for Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel, boasts a legion of 91,000 Instagram fans.And her latest look – released just hours before the UK switched to British Summer Time – has gone down a storm with her followers.Ruby showed off her stunning figure in a backless white dress, posing in front of a daffodil field. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLShe is seen bending down to pick one of the flowers in a short clip, before posing in front of a huge manor house. The 30-year-old captioned the snaps: “Backless dresses and flowers in bloom for me please.”One fan gasped in response: “Simply stunning.”Another said: “Obsessed with your outfit girl!!”Most read in FootballWhile a third added: “You look so beautiful.”Ruby and Dele began dating in 2016 while the ex-England star was playing for Spurs.Behind the scenes at model Ruby Mae’s Fabulous Magazine cover shootThe pair briefly split in 2018, before getting back together.But they called it quits for good in 2021, with the model apparently incensed that Dele “spent too much time playing Fortnite.”She later exclusively told The Sun there was “no way” she would ever be a footballer WAG again.Ruby said: “To me, he was just my boyfriend. I didn’t think: ‘Oh my god, my boyfriend the footballer.’ “It changed as he got bigger, but we kind of grew together.”Sometimes he wouldn’t have a day off for a whole month during the season. England international games take players’ time, too. “The best time was out of season when we’d go away in a group. We used to get a villa. I’d take my friends, he’d take his, and we’d chill.”Mae has revealed she would not date another footballerCredit: instagram.com/rube_maeThe model boasts almost 100,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @rube_maeAlli’s current girlfriend Cindy Kimberly accompanied the former Spurs star, 28, to Como’s game against Empoli on Saturday.The 26-year-old model turned heads with a stunning braless look ahead of the Serie A match. Dele and Cindy have been dating since June 2022. The midfielder is hoping to kickstart his career at Como after over two years away from the game.READ MORE SUN STORIESAlli played in Turkey for Besiktas before signing an 18-month contract in Italy in January.But he had a debut to forget against AC Milan, seeing red ten minutes after coming on as a second-half substitute. Dele is currently dating Spanish model Cindy KimberlyCredit: Instagram / wolfiecindyThe pair attended Como’s 1-1 draw with Empoli on SaturdayCredit: Instagram / wolfiecindy More

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    Former McLaren driver Jochen Mass suffers ‘medical emergency’ as family release emotional statement

    FORMER McLaren driver Jochen Mass has suffered a medical emergency.As a result, Mass, 79, will be stepping back from public engagements while he recovers.Former McLaren driver Jochen Mass has suffered a medical emergencyCredit: GettyMass started 105 races in F1, winning the 1975 Spanish Grand PrixCredit: Times Newspapers LtdThe German also won Le Mans in 1989Credit: GettyThe type of emergency has been kept private by Mass’ close ones.A statement posted on Mass’ social media pages read: “The family of Jochen Mass, wishes to share that he is currently recovering from a recent medical emergency.“While Jochen’s condition is stable, he will be stepping back from all public appearances and engagements for the foreseeable future as he focuses on his recovery.“We as a family are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support and kindly request privacy during this time.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“We are wishing Jochen a speedy recovery.”Mass started 105 races in F1, winning the 1975 Spanish Grand Prix for McLaren and earning seven other podiums.The German was a team-mate to several World Champions including Emerson Fittipaldi, James Hunt and Keke Rosberg during his career.Team GB hero Sir Chris Hoy was among the first to send his well wishes, writing: “Get well soon Jochen.” Most read in MotorsportHoy – who is suffering from terminal prostate cancer – is a passionate motorsport fan, particularly interested in endurance racing.While racing driver Andre Lotterer wrote: “All the best. Be strong ❤.”After F1, Mass went onto enjoy incredible success in motorsports.He won the gruelling 24 Hours of Le Mans for Sauber in 1989.Mass was also credited for being a monitor to arguably the greatest F1 driver of all time Michael Schumacher while he was coming up.He reportedly helped convince the seven-time world champion to join Ferarri rather than the then-dominant Williams.In recent years, Mass has been a brand ambassador for Mercedes. More

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    Fears Rio Ferdinand will LEAVE TNT Sports with Man Utd legend yet to sign new deal months after it was offered

    RIO FERDINAND could be set to leave TNT Sports.The Manchester United legend has worked with TNT since 2013, but MailSport report he is avoiding signing a new contract with the broadcasting giant.Ferdinand has become a popular pundit since ending his playing career in 2015Credit: Rex FeaturesThe former West Ham and Leeds defender is eyeing up work in the US ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Credit: GettyFerdinand made 81 England appearances between 1997 and 2011 and was included in three World Cup squads.Credit: AFP – GettyThat contract offer was reportedly made several months ago. In the background, Ferdinand’s management company, New Era, have entered into a partnership with Los Angeles-based media management giants William Morris Endeavour (WME).This is understood to have unsettled some at TNT, who fear Ferdinand may be eyeing up greener pastures elsewhere.The Hollywood Reporter claim that the partnership will focus on securing broadcast and commercial opportunities in the buildup to the 2026 World Cup.Read more footballThe tournament will be jointly hosted in 16 cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.To lose a key presenter in Ferdinand would be a major blow for TNT, who face more competition than ever in the football broadcasting market.While they hold the exclusive right to broadcast the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League in the UK, they now share the Premier League rights with both Sky and Amazon Prime.WME, who brand themselves as “the original talent agency,” also represent Kylian Mbappe, Tom Brady, and LeBron James alongside a host of other world famous actors, musicians, and personalities.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFerdinand appears regularly as a commentator and pundit on TNT’s coverage of the Premier League and Champions League.He has also cultivated a large online following through his YouTube channel ‘Rio Ferdinand Presents’, which has accrued 1.2million subscribers a he interviews football personalities for his podcast.Eurosport to disappear from TV screen after merger TNT SportsHe relies heavily on his experience at Manchester United in his punditry, often covering the Red Devils and providing behind-the-scenes knowledge of the club’s inner workings.Ferdinand enjoyed a storied playing career and is best known for the 12 years he spent at Old Trafford, during which time he won six Premier League titles and the 2007-08 Champions League.His media career has also seen him dabble in filmmaking and music production. More

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    Bournemouth vs Man City LIVE SCORE: FA Cup latest updates from huge quarter-final with Nottingham Forest waiting

    MANCHESTER CITY are trailing to Bournemouth RIGHT NOW in a huge FA Cup quarter-final.The winner will take on Nottingham Forest in the semi-final, with the draw having taken place ahead of the match.Aston Villa booked their place in the final four with a crushing 3-0 win over Preston earlier today.Kick off time: 4.30pm BSTTV channel: ITV 1FREE live stream: ITV XBournemouth team: Kepa, Soler, Senesi, Zabarnyi, Cook, Adams, Christie, Semenyo, Kluivert, Brooks, EvanilsonMan City team: Ederson, Nunes, Khusanov, Dias, Gvardiol, Gundogan, Kovacic, De Bruyne, Bernardo, Foden, HaalandCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Bournemouth 1-0 Man City35. It is crucial that Bournemouth protect their clean sheet until the break now.They have worked hard to get themselves into this position.Adding a second goal would not be against the run of play whatsoever.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City33. This has been the perfect start for Bournemouth.It all looked so negative as Haaland stepped up to take that early penalty.How different things are looking now since that Evanilson goal.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at Vitality StadiumWhat a cracking FA Cup tie this is proving to be. Erling Haaland could have had a hat-trick inside six minutes although his penalty in the 13th minute was poor. City defender Matheus Nunes hardly covered himself at the other end by giving the ball away and then being beaten at the far post by Justin Kluiviert before Evanilson got the final touch.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City31. Haaland is looking like these fans are living in his head rent free.The penalty miss, followed by the chance he put over the bar as haunting him.Not that The Cherries will be complaining at all.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City29. Fantastic play from Semenyo in his own box.He hacks the ball clear but straight into Evanilson, who is bundled over.Man City are still looking all over the place since that Cherries’ goal.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City27. The visitors are trying to find a way back into this game.That will play into the hands of Iraola’s side, who will look to pick them off on the break with their pace.Semenyo has Nunes in his pocket so far in this tie.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City25. Man City are really struggling to contain the hosts’ attack.Nunes is all over the place and Khusanov does not look much better.You feel The Cherries have the chance here to really punish Man City at the moment.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City23. Gundogan tries his luck from the edge of the box.Kepa gets down well to save and gathers the second ball.He will need to have a good game this afternoon if The Cherries are going to book a semi-final spot.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 1-0 Man City21. The roof almost came off the Vitality Stadium as that went in.Kluivert does well to cut it back from the byline and Evanilson wanted it more than Khusanov.Man City have it all to do now.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Evanilson (Bournemouth)Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City19. Semenyo robs Nunes of the ball on the halfway line.Foden tries to track him but gets outmuscled by the winger.He looks to get a shot off in the box but slices it wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City17. Haaland has another sight of goal.As Kepa advances, the Norwegian looks to lift it over the keeper.He gets his angles all wrong as it goes over the crossbar.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City15. Adams will breathe a sigh of relief following that penalty save.It was his handball that gifted Man City the chance to take the lead.Kepa’s save has got this crowd going now, it is an electric atmosphere.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City13. How important that could be.Kepa guesses the right way and saves Haaland’s penalty.The Vitality Stadium erupts as the keeper gathers it.Copy linkCopiedPenalty savedCopy linkCopiedPenalty to Man CityCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City11. Man City work it well as it is played out to Nunes out wide.His cross is inch-perfect as he picks out Haaland in the box.The Norwegian sends his header wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City9. First real chance of the game falls to Bournemouth.Gundogan is penalised for another foul, giving The Cherries a free-kick in a dangerous area.Kluivert steps up to take it but sends his effort high into the stands.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City7. This is a good start from The Cherries.They are already asking questions of Man City.It is high-octane stuff from Andoni Iraola’s team.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City5. It is crazy to think that, with three quarter-finals played, we are still waiting for a goal by a home side.Bournemouth will need to change that if they are to have any hope of making the semi-finals.Gundogan is penalised for a foul in the middle of the park.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City3. Man City are happy to knock the ball around and control the tempo.However, The Cherries are closing them down and pressing high up the pitch.Ederson sends the ball sailing into the stands, met with a huge cheer from the home fans.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-0 Man City1. The visitors will have their last visit here on their mind.Bournemouth really came at them in that game and Man City struggled to cope.Guardiola will be keen to see his side get on the front foot and look to grab the first goal of the game.Copy linkCopiedKick-off: Bournemouth vs Man CityWe are underway at the Vitality Stadium.The ground is basked in spring sunshine for this one.Man City get the game started.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at Vitality StadiumIt’s a cracking day here on the south coast and a home win would put a smile on the face of neutrals everywhere in the country.Yet if Bournemouth are to join Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa in the last four of the FA Cup they will still need to be at their very best even though Manchester City are not enjoying a good season by their standards. Bournemouth have a few injuries, like City, and they will need Justin Kluivert and Evanilson to be clinical as you would expect the visitors to score.Copy linkCopiedVeteran looks for more silverwareWhile his game time has been limited this campaign, Kevin De Bruyne would love nothing more than getting his hands on the FA Cup again.Many wonder whether this could be his last season at The Etihad, the Belgian will always go down as a true Premier League great.Despite his advancing years, he still has the ability to turn a game on its head in an instant, something The Cherries need to be wary of.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopied More

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    ‘Finally we have a fighter’ – Arsenal fans find video of new sporting director Andrea Berta SLAPPING Man City doctor

    ARSENAL’S new sporting director has plenty of feisty battle experience against Manchester City. Andrea Berta was entangled in a pitch side scuffle with City doctor Max Sala after an ill-tempered Champions League quarter final tie in 2022.Andrea Berta was entangled in a pitch side scuffle with Man City doctor Max Sala in 2022Credit: XHe was spotted pushing Sala in the face after chaos ensued following Atletico Madrid’s defeat to CityCredit: XBerta (left) has been announced as Arsenal’s new sporting directorCredit: GettyBerta has been announced as Arsenal’s new sporting director, replacing Edu, who departed last November.The Italian was in the same role at Atletico Madrid since 2017 and held other positions within the club’s sporting hierarchy after joining in 2013.He became one of Atletico manager Diego Simeone’s most trusted lieutenants on and off the pitch during his 12-year spell in Spain.The 53-year-old was popular with the players and close enough to Simeone to be a regular in the Atletico dressing room.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd Berta used to get into the thick of the drama too.In April 2022, he was involved in the fracas which ensued after Atletico were knocked out of the Champions League by Pep Guardiola’s side.Arsenal fans have unearthed a video of their new director pushing a City club doctor in the face at full-time.Atletico defender Felipe had been sent off for a wild swipe at Phil Foden deep into added time before tensions boiled over after the final whistle.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesStefan Savic angrily confronted Jack Grealish and pulled his hair, while Sime Vrsaljko had to be held back from launching himself at Kyle Walker. And Arsenal fans were more than thrilled to see Berta’s role in Atletico’s typical passionate style and housery. Savic sparked the melee by charging at Phil FodenJack Grealish was involved in a heated altercation with Stefan Savic in 2022Arsenal star Kai Havertz gets haircut for wedding before marrying wife SophiaOne wrote on X: “Finally we have a fighter like Arteta in key decision making position.”A second said: “Berta doesn’t seat in the director’s box, he sits in the technical area. Love it! 😂😂.”A third added: “I love this. No nonsense. Arsenal through and through.”Another replied: “This is exactly what we need. The Emirates must be a cauldron of fire for opposing teams.”While one more wrote: “He means business.”Berta’s departure from Atletico in January can be linked to the club’s desire to modernise and revamp their recruitment process and overall board structure.He has as one of the most football-savy operators on the continent before being appointed sporting director in 2017.In the eight years that followed, Atletico won La Liga in 2021, as well as the Europa League and Uefa Super Cup in 2018, having also reached two Champions League finals in 2014 and 2016.Berta was named best sporting director at the Globe Soccer Awards in 2019, his acceptance speech lasted only 55 seconds.Berta was involved n bringing Kieran Trippier to Atletico in 2019Credit: EPAHe was also recently linked to the likes of Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and AC Milan.Berta’s fingerprints were all over the impressive deals for Antoine Griezmann and Jan Oblak in 2014 and Kieran Trippier in 2019.Julian Alvarez and Conor Gallagher also joined under his watch last summer.And he was at the forefront of the profitable sales of the likes of Rodri to City and Thomas Partey to Arsenal.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut there have been some failures, including the £113m paid for Joao Felix in 2019 and the £60m for Thomas Lemar in 2018. For now, Berta has the unenviable task of landing an elite No.9 this summer, raising funds through sales and extending the contracts of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel and William Saliba. More

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    FA Cup semi-final draw confirmed as Aston Villa, Man City and Co learn path to Wembley glory

    THE FA CUP semi-final draw has been completed and Wembley will be hosting some smashing encounters.Manchester City or Bournemouth will lock horns with Nottingham Forest, while Aston Villa will battle Crystal Palace.The FA Cup semi-final draw has been completedCredit: ReutersWembley is set to host two stunning FA Cup encounters before the finalCredit: ReutersPalace were the first team to punch their ticket to the semis after beating Fulham 3-0 on Saturday at Craven Cottage.Oliver Glasner’s men made it through thanks to goals by Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah.Forest followed the Eagles soon after as they won their third penalty shootout in the competition this season at Brighton after a goalless draw.The Tricky Trees’ captain Ryan Yates scored the winning spot-kick to make it 4-3, while goalkeeper Matz Sels made two big saves.Read More on FootballVilla just became the third team to make the final four as they destroyed Preston North End with a score of 3-0 at Deepdale.Marcus Rashford broke his goalscoring duck with the Villans after his January loan switch from Manchester United as he registered a brace before Jacob Ramsey added the third.City and Bournemouth will now lock horns for the final spot in the FA Cup semi-finals when they meet at the Vitality Stadium.The reigning Premier League champions are the only team left of the Big Six in the competition and will be chasing their eighth cup – same as Villa.Most read in FA CupForest, on the other hand, have only lifted the trophy twice in their history, with their last triumph taking place way back in 1959, while Bournemouth and Palace have never won it.The semi-finals are scheduled to take place on the weekend of April 26 and 27 at Wembley.Wayne Rooney furious at what Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo did before FA Cup tie And the winners will meet in the final at the same venue on May 17.FA Cup semi-final drawHere’s the final pairs for the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley:Nottingham Forest vs Bourmemouth/Man CityCrystal Palace vs Aston Villa More