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    ‘He’s seething’ – Moment Jamie Carragher ‘does a Lampard’ live on Sky Sports after Bruno Guimaraes gatecrashes interview

    FANS claimed Jamie Carragher “did a Frank Lampard” after Bruno Guimaraes gatecrashed a live interview.The hilarious incident occurred after Newcastle beat Liverpool at Wembley in the Carabao Cup final.Fans claimed Jamie Carragher ‘did a Frank Lampard’ after the Carabao Cup finalCredit: Sky SportsCarragher’s facial expression changed quickly after his interview was gatecrashedCredit: Sky SportsGoals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sealed a 2-1 win for the Geordies as they sealed their first trophy in 70 years.Newcastle fans partied into the night as they toasted the momentous occasion.While players celebrated the historic win ahead of the international break.After the final whistle, Toon scorers Burn and Isak joined Sky Sports to deliver their thoughts on the result.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Burn was only midway through a sentence when there was a cheeky interruption from Guimaraes.The midfield ace snuck up on Burn before bursting into a song and dance live on air.It left host Mark Chapman and pundits Jamie Redknapp, Les Ferdinand and Shay Given in stitches.However, final pundit Carragher appeared to experience a mix of emotions.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Liverpool legend had already seen his former side dumped out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain last week.And he remained stony-faced as Isak and Burn celebrated Newcastle’s victory with Guimaraes right in front of him.Alan Shearer’s daughter Chloe and Newcastle stars go wild at Boxpark as they celebrate famous Carabao Cup final winChelsea legend and Coventry boss Lampard often cuts a stern figureCredit: GettyThe England icon can then become delighted within a split secondCredit: GettyAs the other pundits continued to laugh, Carragher then instantly cracked a grin before turning to look directly at the camera.It led to many recalling the many memes of Chelsea hero and Coventry boss Lampard, who has gone viral several times for the ability to change his expression from jubilant to serious, and vice versa, in seconds.One fan laughed: “Carragher doing the Lampard. He’s SEETHING.”Another declared: “Will he still claim to love the Carabao Cup after Liverpool lost it?”One noted: “Spent all that time hyping the Carabao, only to get schooled by Newcastle.”Another added: “Tried to dress up his praise for Newcastle and was called out on it.” More

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    Ant and Dec can’t stop celebrating as they leave Wembley Stadium after Newcastle win the Carabao Cup

    DIEHARD Newcastle United fans Ant and Dec couldn’t stop smiling as they left Wembley Stadium last night after their club’s Carabao Cup win.The Magpies beat Liverpool 2-1 in a memorable final that brought Newcastle their first silverware for 70 years.Declan Donnelly looked ecstatic about Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup winCredit: James CurleyAnt McPartlin called it ‘the best day of my life’, marriage and childbirth asideCredit: James CurleyAnt and Dec were seen cheering wildly inside the ground at the final whistle and they looked over-the-moon as they left the home of English football.Grinning Dec pumped his fist and clutched a matchday programme as he walked to a waiting car, while Ant, in a Newcastle cap and scarf, raised his arms triumphantly in the air.There were hugs and cheers before the TV double act were driven away on a night to remember.The pair kept their fans up to date with their cup final shenanigans.READ MORE ON ANT & DECIn a video posted to their shared TikTok account, the presenters shouted: “We did it!”After briefly pausing, they threw their heads back and resumed their jubilant screaming, shouting “Ahhhhh!” before bursting into laughter.Ant joked “I’ve lost my voice” while Dec said “I cannot believe it!”Ant then added “This is amazing” while Dec said: “This is the best day of my life, apart from the wedding and the kids and all that.Most read in Football”But it’s the best day of my life!”Earlier snaps showed the duo jumping for joy after a header by Dan Burn took Newcastle to a 1-0 lead just moments before half-time.Liverpool 1 Newcastle 2: Jubilant Toon finally end 70 years of heartache to win Carabao Cup in week from hell for RedsAnt leapt high into the air, while waving his scarf, as Dec thrust his arm around a fellow fan in the crowd of frenzied supporters.Shortly after half-time, top goal scorer Alexander Isak thumped in a second goal to double his side’s lead – as ex-team member Alan Shearer’s hat went flying.In clips shown on TV, he could be seen retrieving the black baker boy cap after the celebrations had subsided.Before kick-off, the Toon Army took over Covent Garden in preparation for the long-anticipated clash.Ant sang his heart out in the carCredit: James CurleyThere were hugs galore outside the groundCredit: James CurleyAnt and Dec were in fine voice inside Wembley StadiumCredit: InstagramMeanwhile, Wembley was met with a wall of noise and a display of 32,000 black-and-white scarves.Newcastle had lost five Wembley finals since Jackie Milburn & Co triumphed in 1955, so this was a long overdue trophy for their passionate supporters.Manager Eddie Howe had been presented with various challenges prior to the game – including an injured Lewis Hall and banned Anthony Gordon.But, despite Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa clawing back a goal in injury time, the side romped home to its first domestic victory in 70 years.This makes Howe the first English manager to win a major English trophy in 17 years – after Harry Redknapp’s Portsmouth won the FA Cup in 2008.READ MORE SUN STORIESBurn’s scoring header comes just two days after he earned his first England call-up at the age of 32.The 6ft 7 former Asda worker, who is renowned as one of the nicest men in football, was drafted in by new England chief Thomas Tuchel for the Wembley World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.The TV stars celebrated with fellow fans after Newcastle’s first goalCredit: ReutersToon legend Alan Shearer cheering in the stands after the second goalCredit: Sky Sports More

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    ‘I almost wasn’t there for my kids’ – Michail Antonio ‘happy’ to have ‘another chance at life’ after horror car crash

    WEST HAM striker Michail Antonio has bravely opened up about his horrific car accident for the first time.The 34-year-old crashed his Ferrari FF into a tree in Epping, Essex on December 7 and was rushed to hospital.Michail Antonio has opened up about his horrific car accident for the first timeCredit: PAAntonio crashed his Ferrari FF into a tree in December and broke his legCredit: Steve BellThe striker required surgery on a shattered femurCredit: InstagramHe suffered a broken leg in the accident and underwent surgery the following day.While there was some initial doubt as to whether or not he would ever play football again, Antonio is now determined to get back on the pitch.The most difficult part is that I almost wasn’t there for my children.Michail AntonioBBCIn an interview with the BBC, he said: “Yes, 100 percent. I will play again.”That’s what I am focused on and why I am working six days a week. I’ve always been positive from this situation. It’s a horrendous accident, and it’s a massive injuryREAD MORE IN FOOTBALL”It’s the biggest injury I’ve ever had in my career. But the fact that I’m already two to three months ahead of where I should be, I know that I’ll play again, and I know that once I’m playing the game I’ll get the sharpness back.”Antonio also admitted that his outlook on life has changed in the wake of the accident.I know that I’ll play again.”Michail AntonioBBCHe continued: “The most difficult part is that I almost wasn’t there for my children.”It’s just made me happy, positive about life, because I’ve got another chance at life.Most read in Football”During this, we kept it away from the kids. My eldest saw it, and he struggled with it. He’s 13, and obviously people were showing photos of the car. So he came down and saw me in the hospital. But the younger ones, they never really knew how bad the situation was. We kind of avoided letting them get on the internet.”The striker’s accident shocked the football world, but he has no recollection of how it actually happened.West Ham star Michail Antonio injured in horror crash in Ferrari as club reveals he’s ‘stable’ in hospital”The back of the car kept swinging out on me, so I didn’t feel safe,” he said.”I had had it for three weeks and I was already thinking about giving it back.””It’s weird, because the whole way through this, I have been told that I was awake and was speaking to everybody – the police, the people, and the person who found me.”My leg was completely shattered and they got me out and put a splint on it by the side of the car.”Everyone believed I got an air ambulance out, but the helicopter couldn’t get off the ground because of the storm, so I was driven to the hospital.”It’s just made me happy, positive about life, because I’ve got another chance at life.”Michail AntonioBBCAntonio shattered his femur in four places and had a pole fitted into his thigh via surgery with four bolts to fix the bone.His leg is now expected to heal properly within six to 12 months.The Jamaica international has thanked West Ham fans, players and staff for their support during the difficult time.”The love feels good. When I got into football, I did it as a hobby and didn’t support any clubs.”Now I am definitely a West Ham fan. What the club did for me, the support they gave me on and off the field, the hospitals and the specialists, was unbelievable. I thank the club, the fans, the emergency services, the people around me.”Antonio would watch West Ham games weekly throughout the early stages of his recovery to motivate him.The Hammers icon admitted that hearing his name being sung by supporters “helped him massively”.He told West Ham TV: “I remember watching the Wolves game in hospital, and it made me emotional. I loved the support.”Over the next six to eight weeks, every time I watched a game I could hear the fans singing my name, which is something I really appreciated and that has actually helped me massively.”The support I’ve had has truly been amazing, from day one. Everyone at the Club has been incredible – they were the ones who called my family to tell them what was going on, and they were the ones who turned up to the hospital straight after the crash.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Karren Brady came to the hospital to see me, the players came to see me, and [Julen] Lopetegui and his staff.”I’ve had fans sending me gift packages, and so many messages from supporters, friends and family, so it’s all been a bit overwhelming. It’s been a really emotional time, just from the amount of love I’ve had.”Antonio returned to the London Stadium for the first time since his accident last weekCredit: PA More

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    Smart differential option Omar Marmoush banks 15 points in timely display against Brighton

    MORE than a few Dream Team managers benefited from Erling Haaland’s (£7.8m) converted penalty against Brighton.But it was Omar Marmoush (£4.3m) who top-scored at the Etihad on Saturday.Marmoush earned 15 points against the SeagullsCredit: Dream TeamThe Norwegian No9 was the fourth-most recruited player ahead of Gameweek 28 as well as the second favourite captain and so his nine-point return will have been warmly received.However, Manchester City’s new Egyptian forward banked 15 points to make a timely statement before Gameweek 29.Marmoush’s quick feet suckered Adam Webster (£2.8m) into a rash slide tackle in the box, resulting in an early penalty for the hosts.The former Frankfurt star was credited with an assist (in the world of Dream Team at least) when Haaland stroked the spot-kick past Bart Verbruggen (£2.5m).Then, in the 39th minute, he restored City’s lead with an emphatic strike from 20 yards out.Marmoush and Haaland dovetailed against BrightonCredit: PAThe Seagulls fought back and both sides had chances to win the frenetic contest but Marmoush’s haul was the headline of the 2-2 draw from a Dream Team perspective.MARMOUSH’S IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE VERSUS BRIGHTON:86 minutes played1 shot on target2 big chances created1 goal1 assist2 tackles15 pointsMost read in FootballThe 26-year-old has contributed four goals and two assists in ten appearances since his January transfer.This breaks down further to a goal involvement every 111 minutes – a relatively encouraging start.It’s often been the case that new signings have needed several weeks or months to adjust to life under Pep Guardiola before they’re deemed a truly effective cog in Man City’s machine but Marmoush has impressed from the get-go.Marmoush will be central to Man City’s rebuildCredit: PAHis 15-point return comes prior to Gameweek 28, when City are one of just seven teams set to fulfil two fixtures.After the international break, the defending champions travel to Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-finals before hosting relegation-bound Leicester in the Premier League a few days later – the Foxes are giving away points like nobody’s business right now.Marmoush should get plenty of minutes across those two fixtures and must therefore be considered a potentially smart differential option.He currently features in just 3.6% of teams, whereas Haaland boasts a massive ownership of 52.2%.Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOW More

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    RC Lens fans hold up classy message to Sky Sports presenter battling brain infection in emotional moment

    RC LENS fans held up a classy message for a Sky Sports presenter who is battling a brain infection.Emma Saunders is one of the top names on the channel and has been a regular on screen for several years.Lens fans sent a classy message to Sky Sports presenter Emma SaundersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/emmasaunds/3589641464853836405/The ace is battling a brain infection, having already been treated for cancer this seasonCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsHowever, the ace sadly revealed this month that she was treated for thyroid cancer at the start of the season.And she is now in hospital after contracting a brain infection called encephalitis.Saunders is the partner of Lens’ English manager Will Still.The pair went public with their relationship during Euro 2024.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Lens fans sent Saunders a heartfelt message from the stands during Saturday’s Ligue 1 win over Rennes.Saunders posted a picture to her Instagram Stories showing the fans holding a banner.It read: “Courage Emma et Will.”Saunders was touched by the message and responded with a heart emoji, adding: “Merci Lens.”Most read in FootballRevealing her latest health battle earlier this month, Saunders said: unfortunately life took a bit of an unexpected turn a couple of weeks ago.”I’m now off work while I recover from Encephalitis – an infection of the brain.Saunders’ partner is Lens manager Will StillCredit: Instagram / @wrstillThe pair went public during Euro 2024Credit: Instagram / @wrstill”I hope it wont be long until I’m back to see out the end of 2024/25 – especially after missing part of the start of the season before this when I was treated for Thyroid cancer.”So, as I spend time now recovering and rebuilding – I just wanted to thank my family & friends for their rock solid support, my colleagues at Sky for their patience allowing me the time to heal, and our wonderful NHS for their extraordinary kindness and care.“And of course you @wrstill just for being you & being there for me.” More

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    Rangers cult hero goes berserk in astonishing bust up with pundit live on TV after REFUSING to shake his hand

    THIS is the astonishing moment a Rangers cult hero went berserk at a pundit live on air.The TV cameras were rolling as the argument started and eventually the pundit’s female colleague had to step in to calm things down.The incident occurred on Croatian sports channel MAXSport1Credit: MAXSPORT1Rino Gattuso and Josko Jelicic didn’t pull any punchesCredit: MAXSPORT1It came after a Gattuso’s team was beaten badly by their league rivalsCredit: MAXSPORT1Former Rangers star Rino Gattuso has never been shy in putting himself about – both on and off the pitch.He was a tenacious and tough tackling player and as a manager he has been similarly hot-headed.The Italian is leading Hajduk Split on a title charge but is still feeling the pressure as the club seeks to end its 20-year Croatian league title drought.Gattuso has masterminded a title challenge despite telling one of his own players to F*** OFF just a few weeks into his new job.The main rivals to Hajduk’s title charge this season are Rijeka and Gattuso’s men lost 3-0 to last year’s runners-up in a crucial game yesterday.It saw Hajduk drop to second and Rijeka overtake them at the top of the table to now lead by two points, with Dinamo Zagreb a further three points behind in third.After the 3-0 defeat to Rijeka, Gattuso was scheduled to do a live interview with Croatian sports channel MAXSport1.But to say things didn’t go to plan would be an understatement.Most read in FootballGattuso refused to shake the hand of Josko Jelicic, a former Hajduk Split star who also played for Sevilla and Dinamo Zagreb and earned a cap for his country whilst playing for Hajduk.The AC Milan legend told Jelicic “I won’t give an answer to you, you speak too much” and made a mouthing gesture with his hand.Unseen moment Rangers staff member tries to calm down raging Celtic fans during Old Firm firecrackerGattuso then pointed at Jelicic and said: “You used to play football, you should understand, you know very well the situation.”But you always speak very bad. I don’t have respect for you. You speak very bad. I don’t want to speak with you.”Gattuso was speaking in English but Jelicic responded in Spanish, saying “You played very bad!”An enraged Gattuso told him “You have to have respect for people” before they started shouting over one another.Gattuso then cut the pundit off and said: “This is the last time. If you are here, I won’t talk to you anymore, because you are a bad person.”Jelicic then blasted back by calling Gattuso “a foreigner” and said “You come from Italy, you have to respect all of the people here.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFemale presenter Valentina Miletic was able to stop the quarrel and she then began to ask the Hajduk boss questions about the game.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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    Moment Ange Postecoglou is confronted by fuming Tottenham fan and pulled away by own players after defeat at Fulham

    TOTTENHAM manager Ange Postecoglou had another heated exchange with a furious fan after the loss at Fulham.Spurs’ misery extended as they suffered their 15th Premier League defeat of the season against their London rivals on Sunday.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou had a heated exchange with a furious fan after the loss at FulhamCredit: XMathys Tel had to act as peacemaker as Tottenham boss Postecoglou was pulled awayCredit: XGoals by Rodrigo Muniz and former Tottenham ace Ryan Sessegnon condemned the North Londoners to 14th place in the English top flight.And things got worse for Postecoglou, 59, after the whistle as he sustained yet another angry confrontation by a fan.The supporter was heard repeatedly yelling towards the Aussie tactician “What was that?” The ex-Celtic boss initially stood still while his players tried to pull him away.Read More on FootballPostecoglou, though, was seen responding with an inaudible answer as he defended himself.That led to Bayern Munich loanee Mathys Tel getting involved as he tried to defuse the situation.Postecoglou’s coaching staff followed Tel’s lead after the head coach walked away.This is not the first time the Tottenham manager suffers the fans’ wrath amid this turbulent campaign.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPostecoglou confronted jeering fans during December’s loss to Bournemouth.And the ex-Australia boss appeared to angrily stare down a fan as his players were booed off the pitch after a defeat to Ipswich.Postecoglou not bothered by outside noise as Tottenham seal victory over Az Alkmaar in the Europa League Postecoglou appears to still have the support of the Tottenham hierarchy following an injury-stricken campaign.However, Spurs are facing the prospect of missing out on European qualification unless they win the Europa League, which guarantees them a place for next season’s Champions League. More

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    ‘Best radio exchange ever’ – Charles Leclerc leaves F1 fans in hysterics as Ferrari discover ‘water is wet’

    FERRARI had a race weekend to forget during the Formula One season opener in Australia.However, a radio exchange between Charles Leclerc and his race engineer, Bryan Bozzi, left fans in hysterics and did at least provide one lighter moment for the Italian team.Charles Leclerc had a stunning exchange with his race engineer during the Australia Grand PrixCredit: RexLeclerc asked if there was a leakage during the race, to which his engineer replied it ‘must be the water’Credit: GettyLeclerc snapped back ‘let’s add that to the words of wisdom’Credit: GettyChangeable conditions at the Albert Park circuit caused chaos as six cars crashed out of the race, including rookie Isack Hadjar on the FORMATION LAP before he was then consoled by Anthony Hamilton.But early on in the race, Leclerc was heard asking Bozzi about an issue he was having, sparking a stunning exchange.The Monegasque started by asking: “Is there a leakage?”Bozzi replied: “A leakage where?”READ MORE IN F1Leclerc explained: “I have the seat full of water, like full of water.”After a minor delay, Bozzi then responded: “Must be the water.”The 27-year-old then sarcastically replied: “Let’s add that to the words of wisdom.”Fans were loving the hilarious exchange, with one saying on social media: “Following Ferrari is like watching an episode of The Office.”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA second said: “Charles Leclerc radio message for the history books.”Another said: “Leclerc’s comedy gold, F1’s new stand-up sensation!”Behind the scenes in Australia GP paddock including F1 star Lewis Hamilton’s new Ferrari baseA fourth added: “Engineering breakthrough at Ferrari: Water is wet.”Leclerc’s team-mate Lewis Hamilton also had his own issues over the radio, lamenting engineer Riccardo Adami for giving him too much information.Ferrari also had a disastrous strategy late on during a rain shower.After leaving both Hamilton and Leclerc out on dry tyres, the Scuderia pair were both placed on the podium with Hamilton even briefly leading the race.However, the slippery conditions saw the team then pit both well after all their rivals had.This left them down in P9 and P10.Leclerc managed to get up to P8 after overtaking Hamilton and Pierre Gasly, while Hamilton finished P10 after overtaking Gasly but was overtaken by Leclerc and Oscar Piastri.X-RATED HAMILTONHamilton blasted an expletive down the radio following the strategy blunder before apologising.Speaking after the race, Leclerc said: “It was definitely a missed opportunity.“I mean, especially in those conditions, when it’s changing and you don’t have the pace, it’s there that you’ve got to score the points. – and we didn’t. “We were not fast enough at the beginning of the race when the race was kind of boring.“Once it mattered to make the right choice, we didn’t.”Hamilton, making his debut for the Scuderia, said: “It was very tricky and went a lot worse than I thought it would go. The car was really, really hard to drive today.”For me, I’m just grateful I kept it out of the wall because that’s where it wanted to go most of the time.”A lot to take from it and just getting acclimatised with the new power unit in the wet conditions.”The settings it requires are different, and a different way of driving and a different set-up on the steering wheel.”I hung out as long as I could, got in the lead at one point. Just the guidance with how much more rain was coming, was missing there, so I think we missed out.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe race was won by McLaren’s Lando Norris despite him going off track, with Max Verstappen second and George Russell third.The drivers will have a week to regroup before the Chinese Grand Prix, which is also the first Sprint Race of the season. More