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    England star Myles Lewis-Skelly hilariously reveals he mistook Uber Eats driver for Thomas Tuchel in awkward phone call

    MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY revealed he mistook an Uber Eats driver for Thomas Tuchel before his first England call-up.The Arsenal star is in the Three Lions squad for the first time after impressing in his breakthrough season.Myles Lewis-Skelly revealed his awkward phone call before his England call upBut he faced a nervous wait to find out if he had been included and that resulted in an awkward phone call.Lewis-Skelly answered a call from a number he did not recognise, and he prepared himself in anticipation of hearing Tuchel’s voice.However instead of the England boss on the other end of the line, it was an Uber Eats driver.The defender revealed: “I put on my good voice. I’m getting ready and then the person that speaks says ‘we have your food, it’s outside’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It was Uber Eats for my mum.”Fans found the story hilarious and heaped praise on Lewis-Skelly.One reacted saying: “How can you not love this guy.”Another added: “This kid is very good vibes.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSA third wrote: “Love the fella.”And another commented: “Simply refuse to believe England isn’t going to absolutely fall in love with this kid.Sol Campbell reveals he’d have never have made controversial transfer to Arsenal if it wasn’t for Lord Sugar Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates”Incredible on the pitch, loads of character, a lot of fun. Exactly what you want from a modern footballer.” More

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    Lewis Hamilton baffles fans with ‘San Diego’ codeword as Ferrari star earns incredible Sprint pole position in China

    LEWIS HAMILTON left fans baffled with a cryptic radio message after achieving Formula One Sprint pole at the Chinese Grand Prix.Hamilton raced over the line in a new track record time of 1:30.849, edging out old rival Max Verstappen and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.Lewis Hamilton raced to a record-breaking lap time in China to win Sprint poleCredit: RexIt was his first Ferrari pole after a horror weekend in AustraliaCredit: GettyHamilton laughed on the radio after finding out he was on poleCredit: GettyBut a codeword used by engineer Riccardo Adami left fans baffledCredit: GettyHis maiden pole for the Scuderia saw him become the first F1 driver over the age of 40 to achieve pole since Nigel Mansell in 1994, and also the first Brit to score pole for the team since Mansell in 1990.Hamilton was stunned at the pace he got from the car following a horror debut at the season opening Australian Grand Prix when he finished down in P10.Speaking to engineer Riccardo Adami after crossing the line, Hamilton was heard laughing at being told he was on pole for the Sprint.However, a phrase used by Adami left fans baffled.READ MORE IN F1Hamilton asked: “Where are we?”Adami then replied: “That’s San Diego.”Hamilton said: “Really? [Laughing] Yes!”Adami added: “Good job in San Diego, San Diego!”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans flocked to social media to query what the phrase meant, with it presumably not referring to the city located in California, USA.It is not currently clear why the term was used, though it appears to be a codeword for pole position.Behind the scenes in Australia GP paddock including F1 star Lewis Hamilton’s new Ferrari baseSunSport have contacted Ferrari for clarification.Codewords are nothing new to F1 drivers. Hamilton and Mercedes engineer famously used the phrase “Hammer time” when he was told to push the car to go faster during a race.He celebrated with his dad Anthony.Speaking after the session, Hamilton said: “I didn’t expect that result but so, so happy and so proud.”Clearly the last race was a disaster for us but we knew there was more pace in the car.”I’m a bit shocked. I can’t believe we got a pole in the Sprint!”READ MORE SUN STORIESHamilton can win up to eight points for winning the Sprint Race, which commences tomorrow at 3am UK time.Qualifying for the feature race will take place from 7am, with the full race happening at 7am on Sunday. More

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    Everton move to make peace with club legend, 64, after two-year exile from Goodison Park

    EVERTON have moved to make peace with club icon Graeme Sharp by inviting him to attend one of the last matches at Goodison Park.The former director, who won two league titles, the FA Cup and European Cup Winners’ Cup as the star striker for Howard Kendall’s all-conquering side in the 1980s, has not been to an Everton game for over two years due to safety fears.Graeme Sharp had been advised to stay away from Goodison ParkCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe club legend won two titles, an FA Cup and a Cup Winners’ CupCredit: PA:Empics SportSharp and the entire Everton Board were advised to stay away from Goodison due to a “real and credible threats” received before a home game against Southampton in January 2023.Sharp resigned from the Board at the end of that season, along with chief executive Denise Barret-Baxendale and strategy officer Grant Ingles, and has not been back to Everton since.The former Scotland international was criticised by some Everton fans for defending the unpopular ownership of Farhad Moshiri, who finally sold the club to the Friedkin Group last year.Banners featuring the words “Sharp Out” were brought by fans to several matches and he stood down after just 18 months on the Board.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSharp was unpaid non-executive director with no real influence over the club’s decision making however, with many at Everton feeling he was treated unfairly.Everton’s new owners are aware of the situation and have reached out to Sharp, making it clear he is welcome back as a guest at Goodison at any time.David Moyes’ side have just four matches left at their 137-year-old home before moving to their new £800million stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.Moyes is thought to be particularly keen to welcome Sharp back to the club as the pair got to know each other well during his previous spell in charge.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIn an interview with the Scotsman last year Sharp said “I don’t see myself going back” as “the stick that I got was totally underserved,” although he had not been invited at that stage.The 64-year-old has also attended a number of Everton fan events in recent months and been well received, which friends of his say may prompt a change of heart.’Normally a bottle of red wine down’ – Moyes unhappy at unusual kick-off time More

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    Tottenham vs AC Milan Legends: Date, time, TV channel, live stream and CONFIRMED line-ups for HUGE charity match

    TOTTENHAM Hotspur Stadium hosts Italian giants AC Milan in a HUGE charity match this Saturday!The game will see legends of the sport take to the pitch, with former World Cup winners Andrea Pirlo and Cafu among those lining up.Cafu will play for the AC Milan Legends during the charity matchCredit: GettyAndrea Pirlo will also play for the AC Milan Legends against TottenhamCredit: GettyAaron Lennon (left) will be among those who play for the Tottenham LegendsCredit: GettyAC Milan Legends are regulars in charity games, having played Sao Paolo Legends and Georgian Legends in consecutive years.For Tottenham, the game is being played to aid their Tottenham Hotspur Foundation, and for the Rossoneri it is to help aid their Sport for Change programme. Milan’s Sport for Change programme has benefited over 3,000 people in Italy and around the world. Operating globally, the program has 15 initiatives across 15 countries in 5 continents, reaching Brazil, the United States, India, Kenya as well as Uganda, Pakistan, and Syria.Read more TottenhamWhen is Tottenham Legends vs AC Milan Legends?Tottenham Legends vs AC Milan Legends will take place on Sunday, March 23.The game will kick-off at 2pm GMT.Where can I watch Tottenham Legends vs AC Milan Legends?Tickets for the fixture are available on both the Tottenham Hotspur and AC Milan website.Adult tickets will cost £30, Juniors £10, and the family package (2 adults, 2 U18s) costs £60.It is not clear if the game will be televised or available on a live stream.SunSport will blog all the action as it happens.Who is playing at the Tottenham Legends vs AC Milan Legends charity game?Tottenham’s impressive line-up features some legends of the game, including: Teddy SherringhamHeurelho GomesAaron LennonMichael DawsonStephen CarrSandroDimitar BerbatovLedley KingJermain DefoeTeemu TainioSebastien BassongMichel VormDavid GinolaBenoit Assou-ElottoYounes KaboulAllan NielsenPascal ChimbondaMark FalcoRobbie KeaneMost read in FootballAC Milans Legends are just as stacked with icons of the game, including:Andrea PirloCafuMassimo AmbrosiniDidaSerginhoRoque JuniorMarco BorrielloCristian BrocchiDario SimicMarek JankulovskiMore to be announcedWhat is the charity game raising money for?Proceedings go towards Tottenham Hotspur Foundation with a percentage going into a community chest for local charitable beneficiaries.The game will also support Fondazione Milan aiding its Sport for Change program. More

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    Thomas Tuchel brutally axes THREE England players on day of first World Cup qualifier including Cole Palmer replacement

    THOMAS TUCHEL has axed Morgan Gibbs-White, Jarell Quansah and Aaron Ramsdale from his first matchday squad as England boss.The Three Lions take on Albania this evening in a World Cup qualifier.Thomas Tuchel has run the rule over his England stars in trainingCredit: GettyMorgan Gibbs-White was a late call-upCredit: GettyJarell Quansah is yet to earn his first capCredit: GettyAaron Ramsdale has endured a difficult season at club levelCredit: GettyNew boss Tuchel, 51, last week named a 26-man squad for this international window.Due to Uefa rules, however, tonight’s matchday squad can only include 23 players; 11 starters and 12 substitutes.This means that Tuchel has been forced omit three players from contention to play.Gibbs-White, 25, missed out on the initial squad but was drafted in due to fitness concerns over Cole Palmer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOpening up on his late call-up, the Nottingham Forest star said: “It was about 4 or 5 o’clock on Sunday. The manager, Thomas, sent me a message to say ‘are you free to talk?’ And I replied within seconds ‘yeah’.“He phoned me up and said ‘are you still upset with me, or do you want to come and join us and fancy training tomorrow?’“I said ‘I’d obviously love to come and join and train with the boys’, so, yes, I found out Sunday late afternoon-ish and I was just smiling from ear to ear.”Quansah, meanwhile, was called up ahead of Everton standout Jarrad Branthwaite.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe 22-year-old has been named in two previous squads, but is yet to earn his first cap.Aaron Ramsdale is the unfortunate goalkeeper to miss out.Thomas Tuchel blasts Gareth Southgate’s England as ‘more afraid to drop out of Euro 2024 than hungry to win it’ Jordan Pickford is expected to start between the sticks, with Dean Henderson and James Trafford on the bench.Tuchel has confirmed that Harry Kane will remain his captain.While Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice are likely to start in midfield.The German made some surprise decisions when naming his first squad.Veterans Kyle Walker, Jordan Henderson and Marcus Rashford all earned call-ups.While Dan Burn and Myles Lewis-Skelly are in contention to earn their first caps.Jordan Henderson was Tuchel’s most surprise call-upCredit: Getty More

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    Lewis Hamilton has perfect response to dismal Ferrari debut as he achieves two feats not seen for over 30 years

    SIR LEWIS HAMILTON had the perfect response to his dismal Ferrari Formula One debut in Australia by racing to pole for the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race.Hamilton had a debut to forget as he finished P10 in a tricky Melbourne race.Lewis Hamilton had the perfect response to his horror Ferrari debut by scoring pole for the Chinese Sprint poleCredit: GettyHamilton became the first British Ferrari driver to score a pole since Nigel Mansell in 1990Credit: GettyHamilton celebrated his first Ferrari pole with dad, AnthonyCredit: AFPHe was stunned at the result and was heard laughing over the radioCredit: GettyThe 40-year-old had been highlighted for his X-rated conversation with his engineer, Riccardo Adami, after growing frustrated at the communication throughout the race.However, a week on Hamilton responded with a stunning performance in Shanghai as he pipped old rival Max Verstappen to Sprint pole.The Brit raced around the circuit to prove his doubters wrong by landing his first Ferrari pole, first career pole since 2023 and second-ever Sprint pole.But more remarkably, Hamilton’s pole saw him achieve two feats not seen for over 30 years.READ MORE IN F1The first saw Hamilton become the first F1 driver over the age of 40 to grab pole since Nigel Mansell in 1994.The second saw Hamilton become the first British driver to score pole for the Scuderia since 1990, a record also held by Mansell.When he was told the news by his engineer that he had qualified on pole, Hamilton replied: “Really? Hahaha! Mega job. Woo!”He celebrated with his dad Anthony after the session as he set a new lap record around Shanghai with a time of 1:30.849.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSpeaking after the session, he said: “I didn’t expect that result but so, so happy and so proud.”Clearly the last race was a disaster for us but we knew there was more pace in the car.’I’m about to cry’ – Fans praise Lewis Hamilton’s dad for classy gesture as he consoles F1 rookie after debut crash”I’m a bit shocked. I can’t believe we got a pole in the Sprint!”Hamilton can win up to eight points for winning the Sprint Race, which commences tomorrow at 3am UK time.Qualifying for the feature race will take place from 7am, with the full race happening at 7am on Sunday. More

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    Incredible moment Panama stars celebrate with Thierry Henry in stands after dramatic last-minute winner over USA

    PANAMA stars celebrated with Thierry Henry in the stands after a dramatic last-minute winner against USA.The pundit was at the SoFi Stadium in LA, California, providing analysis of the match for CBS Sports.Cecilio Waterman celebrated with Thierry Henry after his dramatic winner against USACredit: GettyPanama stars swamped Henry after the goalCredit: ReutersHenry was providing punditry for CBS Sports and spoke to the striker after the gameCredit: ReutersWaterman’s last-minute strike gave Panama a 1-0 winCredit: ReutersBut he was dealt a surprise after Cecilio Waterman broke the deadlock by firing into the bottom left corner.As soon as the ball hit the net the striker took off sprinting, jumping over the advertising hoardings and onto the makeshift stage where the CBS Sports team were situated.He immediately put his arms around Henry and began hugging the Arsenal legend.Waterman pointed in the pundit’s face and shouted: “You’re my idol! You’re my idol!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter the match the Panama star gifted Henry his signed match shirt, and the pair embraced again.Henry promised to send him an Arsenal shirt in return as fans heaped praise on the iconic forward.One fan reacted to the moment saying: “Titi had bigger influence than Messi and Ronaldo.”Another added: “Aura that will last a lifetime this guy😭😭”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA third wrote: “Thierry Henry’s influence is unmatched.”And another commented: “This is what the game all about.”Waterman, 33, is a journeyman striker who has played for ten different clubs across South America during his 15-year career.He has scored 11 goals for Panama in 41 appearances but missed out on the squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.After the game, he said: “Many good things have happened to me in my career, but this one is different. This one was incredible.”Watch Arsenal legend Thierry Henry’s hilarious reaction after being called out by boxing champ Oleksandr UsykWaterman gifted Henry his signed match shirtCredit: Reuters More

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    I plucked Thomas Tuchel out of his job working in a bar in Stuttgart before he became England boss, reveals Man Utd flop

    A MANCHESTER UNITED flop has revealed how he plucked England boss Thomas Tuchel out of his job working in a bar in Stuttgart.Champions League winner Tuchel, 51, is preparing for his first match in the Three Lions dugout against Albania at Wembley tonight.Thomas Tuchel could still be pulling pints in a pub if not for a Man Utd flopCredit: GettyThe ex-Chelsea gaffer could unleash a new formation after handing out some big call-ups, with the likes of Jordan Henderson and Marcus Rashford involved again.And Tuchel has already excited fans by insisting England will play to win, not to avoid losing — unlike their performances at last summer’s Euros.However, the tactician could have ended up in a completely different field had it not been for one infamous Man United boss.Ralf Rangnick, 66, took charge of the Red Devils as an interim following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s exit in November 2021.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Austria boss led United to 11 wins in 29 matches and declared that the squad needed “open-heart surgery.”At the end of his short spell, Rangnick did not move into a behind-the-scenes role as previously agreed.While successor Erik ten Hag appeared to ignore his words of wisdom by splashing out huge sums on duds including Antony and Casemiro.Now, Rangnick claims that Tuchel would never have got his big break as a manager if it wasn’t for him.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe pair worked together during Tuchel’s playing days with German minnows SSV Ulm.Rangnick had long suspected his former star would eventually move into coaching.How Tuchel will excite England fans by unleashing high press footballRalf Rangnick gave Tuchel his big break in coaching after managing him as a playerCredit: GettyThe pair enjoy a close bond as Tuchel prepares for his England debutCredit: GettyBut the Austrian was left shocked when he discovered that upon retiring, Tuchel had ended up working behind a bar pulling pints.Rangnick, now manager of Stuttgart, quickly got in touch with his former pupil and insisted he join him at his new club as a youth coach.The rest is history, with Tuchel going on to work his way up the rankings before managing Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, Bayern Munich — and now England.Rangnick told the BBC: “He was always interested in why we were doing certain things.“After a couple of weeks, you can tell what player could become a coach — he was always asking questions.“When I became head coach of Stuttgart, I found out he was working in a bar to earn a living. I could hardly believe it.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I called him and said, ‘Why don’t you come to us and work as a youth team coach?’ That’s how his coaching career started.“It was clear he shouldn’t be working in a bar and would much rather be on a pitch with a team.” More