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    ‘They can ring me up anytime’ – Former England boss Sam Allardyce ready to make stunning return to football

    FORMER England boss Sam Allardyce is ready to make a return to football at any time.Big Sam, 70, was last called upon to try to save Leeds from Premier League relegation in the 2022-2023 season. Sam Allardyce has refused to rule out a return to the dugoutCredit: ReutersAllardyce wasn’t able to rescue those at Elland Road from the drop and hasn’t step foot in the dugout since that desperate SOS call.But he quizzed about returning to football this week after raising awareness for a cause that is close to his heart.The legendary gaffer told BBC Sounds: “I would help anybody. Whether as a manager, or in another role, I don’t know.”But it would have to be a great project. Where we’re all pulling in the same direction.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”You may think that always happens at a football club, but believe me it does not!”The former gaffer – with more than 1,000 games under his belt – was then asked if he could see himself return to the Bolton Wanderers dugout.Big Sam said: “I don’t think I do. If they wanted my help they can ring me up anytime they want. I live in the town.”Bolton are pushing for promotion to the Championship after four straight seasons in League One.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe Trotters are bidding for a playoff place and currently sit two points behind Reading from seventh in the table.Allardyce managed England for one game, as well as stints at West Brom, Newcastle, Crystal Palace, Blackburn, West Ham, Everton and Sunderland to name a few. ‘I dropped him straight away’ – Sam Allardyce reveals he never gave struggling Leeds star a game as it was ‘harming him’But his most-successful spell came during his seven-and-a-half year stay at Bolton.Where he guided them to their first-ever European campaign as they finished in the top eight in the Prem for four consecutive seasons.Allardyce is taking part in Sky Bet and British Heart Foundation’s Every Minute Matters Relay, an epic nationwide relay to inspire supporters to learn CPR. The event, which started on March 25, will cover 4000km over 28 days, stopping off at each and every EFL club before finishing at Wembley on April 21. It sees club legends partner up with fans to walk, cycle or run each leg. Big Sam is taking on the Bolton to Wigan leg, walking 13km alongside Wanderers staff. Allardyce has had three stents fitted and said he’s been fortunate to avoid cardiac arrest. More

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    Huge Arsenal boost as Mikel Arteta hints crocked Kai Havertz could return before end of Premier League season

    ARSENAL boss Mikel Arteta has revealed that Kai Havertz could return before the end of the season.Havertz suffered a hamstring injury during the club’s mid-season Dubai training camp in February and was expected to miss the remainder of the campaign.Kai Havertz could return from injury before the end of the seasonCredit: GettyHowever, Arteta has offered a positive update on the striker.During a press conference on Friday, he said: “Hopefully we can have him back. But let’s wait, I think.”Havertz shared a video montage of his recovery on social media earlier this week, leading many fans to believe that he was closer to a return.The 25-year-old underwent surgery on his injury in February.Sharing a picture from his hospital bed at the time, Havertz wrote: “The last few days have been tough to process both physically and mentally.”But yesterday was a good day. A successful op and a win.”Thanks for all the messages of support over the last few days, it’s really helped.”I’m now focused on my journey to full fitness and giving all the support I can give to the team in the background.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesThe potential return of Havertz could be a huge boost for the Gunners if they progress in the Champions League.Arsenal cruised to a 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of the quarter-finals on Tuesday thanks to a composed strike from Mikel Merino and two world-class free kicks from Declan Rice at the Emirates.Arteta reveals Havertz tore hamstring during set-piece routine and admits Arsenal could sign free agentShould they ease through the second leg, the Gunners will face either Paris Saint-Germain or Aston Villa in the semi-finals which are due to be played on April 29 and May 6.Ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Brentford this weekend, Arteta also gave a positive injury update on Rice and Bukayo Saka after they were both withdrawn in the second half against Real Madrid.He said: “Declan Rice and Saka are fit, no issues or injuries. It’s all good.” More

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    Newcastle vs Man Utd: Get £50 in free bets, plus 16/1 Bet Builder tips with Betfred

    SUPER SUNDAY comes from St James’ Park this weekend as Newcastle and Manchester United meet in the Premier League.So our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the top-flight encounter, which Betfred have priced up at 16/1.Not just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Newcastle vs Man Utd tipsOur Bet Builder selections: Newcastle to win, Alexander Isak to score, Bruno Fernandes to be carded & Fabian Schar 1+ shot on target – ADD TO YOUR BET SLIP HERE!Back our 16/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections..Newcastle to win: More riding on the game for Newcastle than Manchester United, who could have an eye on Thursday’s second leg too. That’s before taking into account the Toon have won four of last five games with United and are on a great run of form. Shortest price to beat Red Devils in some time and with good reason.Alexander Isak to score: Another chance for the Swede to show he’s the best striker around at present. Will have been kicking himself at not getting on scoresheet at King Power on Monday but always seems one for the bigger games and occasions. One goal in four league appearances against them.Bruno Fernandes to be carded: By far and away Man Utd’s best player. Only player with genuine quality. His problem this week is he’s up against the best midfield three in the country in Tonali, Bruno G and Joelinton. Will be a tough game physically for him and could quite comfortably add to his 26 fouls in 30 games and perhaps overspill.Fabian Schar 1+ shot on target: Outside shout to boost the odds but does have 0.25 shots on target per 90 minutes this season. Inches away from stunning goal from own half on Monday and his driving runs with shots to finish have become a regular occurrence in this Newcastle side. Also a threat in air from set pieces in a big, big team.Back our 16/1 Bet BuilderRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*Betfred. New customers only. Register (excl 05/04/25), deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply. More

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    Newcastle vs Man Utd FREE BETS: Get up to £40 bonus to spend on football with talkSPORT BET

    NEWCASTLE UNITED and Manchester United go toe-to-toe on Sunday with the home side having plenty to play for up the top end of the table.And brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim up to £40 in free bets when they register an account and stake at least £20 on the St James’ Park contest.Newcastle vs Man Utd: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim talkSPORT BET offertalkSPORT BETVisit the talkSPORT website HERE*Create an account and Opt In to this promotion via the OFFERS tabMake a depositPlace your first bet up to £40, minimum £20, on any football market, at odds of Evens or greaterYou must do this within 7 days of registrationOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first betFor example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free betsIf you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free betstalkSPORT BET: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim Here*Newcastle vs Man Utd: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*What’s the offer?Brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim a welcome bonus of up to £40 when they register an account.How to claim?Simply visit the talkSPORT BET website on your mobile device and create an account. Opt in to this promotion via the OFFERS tab and then make a deposit via debit card or Apple Pay.Stake £20 or more on any football market at odds of at least Evens. Remember, you must do this within 7 days of opening your account.What happens next?Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first bet bet.For example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free bets. If you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free bets:On settlement of your qualifying bet, your account will be credited with the following:£10 free bet – Bet Builder (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Correct Score (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)And the following free bets, which will be credited 24 hours after the first bonus funds:£10 free bet – To Win and Both Team to Score – 90 mins (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Acca 4+ selection (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)You can read the full breakdown of free bets and more on how to claim talkSPORT BET’s welcome offer here**18+ New customers only. Opt in via mobile device, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsiblyRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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    Newcastle vs Manchester United prediction: Free betting tips, odds and Premier League preview

    NEWCASTLE continue their Champions League chase in a mouth-watering Super Sunday clash with Manchester United.SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview the St James’ Park showdown and select the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesNewcastle vs Manchester United previewThere’s plenty on the line in terms of league position when Newcastle and Man Utd meet on Sunday.For Newcastle anyway.They’re very much in a Champions League chase at the minute and sit in fifth spot at present – which will qualify for Europe’s elite competition this season – and also have a game in hand on those around them.The Toon have won four on the spin with Monday’s comfortable win at Leicester keeping that momentum going.They’ve also won four of the last five meetings against Manchester United.For Ruben Amorim’s men, they might have one eye on Thursday’s big second leg at home to Lyon after a draw in France.Joshua Zirkzee looked to have won it with a late goal, only for that United softness to return to concede in added time.Also no surprise to see Andre Onana at the heart of it with two more blunders in what has been a poor campaign. A change between the sticks wouldn’t be too surprising.They managed to play out the worst game of the season in a goalless draw with toothless Man City last week – will they set up for something similar here?First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 2-1 at 7/1 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Alexander Isak 5/2 with talkSPORT BET – HERENewcastle vs Man Utd latest oddsOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Newcastle vs Man Utd predictionsOn a runAssists in back-to-back games for Jacob Murphy before getting two goals of his own in Newcastle’s win on Monday night.Has been a surprising star in the Toon side and he’s finishing this campaign strong too.Yet to score against Manchester United in career but happy to take a punt on a very decent price for anytime scorer, finding himself way down the betting market.Jacob Murphy anytime scorer at 3/1 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREYellow warningDiogo Dalot has filled in on the right and left of the Manchester United back five this season.Here, he’ll either come face-to-face with Jacob Murphy or Harvey Barnes – both with plenty of uality and pace as has been shown in recent weeks.Five yellow cards in 30 – one every six games – and 40 fouls in that time, so averaging more than one foul per game.Diogo Dalot to be carded at 7/2 with William Hill – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. 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Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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    Prince William made TNT Sports pundits ‘nervous’ before viral interview at PSG vs Aston Villa clash

    PRINCE WILLIAM made TNT Sports’ pundits “nervous” moments before stunning them with his pre-match analysis of his beloved Aston Villa’s clash with Paris Saint-Germain.The future king – who exclusively told The Sun how he lurks anonymously on Villa fan forums – was a surprise guest for TNT’s coverage of the first leg of the Villans’ Champions League quarter-final tie with the French giants on Wednesday.Prince William watched Aston Villa’s Champions League clash with PSG in ParisCredit: MEGAThe monarch took his seat shortly after wowing footie fans with his pre-match punditryCredit: TNT SPORTSAlly McCoist has admitted Wills made him and Rio Ferdinand ‘nervous’Credit: TNT SPORTSAnd he proved he’s a true supporter with some brilliant tactical analysis.His understanding of both teams’ tactics blew away Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist, who were a bag of nerves as they broke down the game with the monarch.Speaking on talkSPORT Breakfast, Rangers legend McCoist candidly admitted to co-host Dean Saunders: “I was a bit nervous.”McCoist, like the viewers at home, was blown away by Wills’ knowledge of the beautiful game. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Scot continued: “He’s a proper Villa fan, isn’t he? He really, really is. He’s a proper football fan.”If anybody watched him celebrate that opening goal with his boy, that’s what dads and boys do.“It was absolutely different class, it really was.”And I don’t mind telling you, big Rio and I were a little bit nervous before the interview because it’s not every day of the week, you interview royalty live on television.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSPrince George and Prince William celebrated wildly when Aston Villa took the leadCredit: SPLASHMorgan Rogers had fired Villa into a surprise leadCredit: Getty”But he was magic, proper knows his football, he was really interested heavily into the tactics as well.“It was just a breath of fresh air, it really was great, and as I say when the camera is on him… and you watch him celebrate with his son with a goal, it’s just brilliant.Unai Emery bizarrely claims there’s ‘not a lot of difference’ between losing 2-1 or 3-1 as Aston Villa face uphill battle “Because it’s every dad and his boy. Every dad and his boy.”Wills, 42, watched from the stands with Prince George as Villa suffered a 3-1 defeat to the Parc des Princes.Unai Emery’s troops will look to overturn the deficit on Tuesday night when they welcome the Parisians to Villa Park.talkSPORT – now available on the big screen on your Smart TV. Go to talksport.com/watch More

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    Premier League star’s glam sister is making her own way as TV sports reporter and had emotional interview with sibling

    MATTY CASH’S baby sister is making her own way as TV sports reporter.Hannah Cash interviewed her Premier League star brother after Aston Villa’s 3-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des Princes.Aston Villa star Matty Cash was interviewed by his CBS reporter sister HannahThe siblings hugged after Cash’s Aston Villa lost 3-1 to Paris Saint-GermainHannah is a CBS reporterHannah is a CBS reporter and has dreams of one day becoming the next Laura Woods. As the youngest of the Cash clan, Hannah has been working hard to cement herself as a successful sports broadcaster.The 22-year-old has put herself out there to shadow at Sky Sports and with Premier League productions.But, perhaps, her career highlight came when she was on post-match duty in Paris on Wednesday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCash, 27, told his sibling that Villa were disappointed with the result, yet remained confident in their ability to turn the tide at Villa Park.However, the conversation then took a turn as Hannah told Cash she had remembered to record the game for him back home.As the pair laughed, Hannah then ended the interview by saying: “I recorded it so you can watch it back. Give me a hug Matthew.“I’m proud of you. I love you.”Most read in FootballHannah is making her own way in sports reportingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRight-back Cash started the match in the French capital.But he was taken off at half-time after picking up a yellow against wing wizard Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.Shock moment Aston Villa and PSG fans brawl ahead of Champions League tie as chairs & punches thrownUnfortunately for Cash and Villa, the Georgian ended up netting a wonder goal in the second half as PSG won the first leg 3-1.After the interview, Hannah was congratulated by Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards in the CBS studio.The panel praised her, as she stood next to legendary goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel.And ever-witty Carragher said: “What a start from Hannah!”Before turning towards host Abdo, saying: “You better be careful”.Meanwhile, Hannah has gained around 4,000 Instagram followers since interviewing her brother.According to her LinkedIn profile, she learnt her trade in the United States.She graduated from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas in May 2024.The school is the largest private Roman Catholic college in Texas, with fees starting at $35,000-per-year.Hannah was on the women’s golf team and anchored the college’s news station. Hannah keeps her followers regularly updated on her social mediaAs a huge golf fan, Hannah covered her first PGA Tour event in MarchShe interviewed Bayern Munich star Harry Kane about England’s chances at the 2026 World Cup last week.And was praised for her interviewing skills with one fan writing: “She asked fantastic questions and lets players finish their answers!”While another wrote: “Wow. What a breath of fresh air. She’s great!”As a huge golf fan, Hannah covered her first PGA Tour event in March.The Cash family appear to be close, with Hannah having interviewed her brother at least twice before.Their older brother Adam is a school football-coach, while dad Stuart was a former EFL left-back with Shrewsbury Town and Rotherham.Like his dad, Cash started his career at Nottingham Forest.Read More on The SunThe Villa full-back is a Poland international because their mum and late grand-father were both there.He has earned 17 caps and scored on one occasion, after switching his allegiance from England in 2021.Hannah boasts nearly 14,000 followers on InstagramThe Cash family are remarkably closeHannah interviewed Harry Kane last week More

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    ‘Gary’s firing shots’ – Lineker takes cheeky swipe at Jamie Carragher and Co over rival podcast Stick to Football

    GARY LINEKER “fired shots” at Jamie Carragher and his Stick to Football co-stars in a hilarious case of podcast wars.It comes after Carragher told his Champions League CBS Sports crew that he’s part of the “best podcast” this week.Gary Lineker took a cheeky swipe at The Stick to Football podcast on his own showCredit: YOUTUBE / The Rest Is FootballLineker was responding to Jamie Carragher claiming his podcast is ‘the best’Credit: X/ CBSSportsGolazoStick to Football is part of Gary Neville’s The Overlap podcast series and regularly includes the likes of Roy Keane, Ian Wright, Jill Scott and CarragherCredit: YouTube / The OverlapCarragher gloated to Thierry Henry, Kate Scott and Micah Richards during his usual midweek coverage of Europe’s elite competition. And Richards jumped at the chance to defend his own the Rest is Football show with Lineker and Alan Shearer.In a segment where Carragher committed the cardinal sin of answering his phone live on air, Richards quizzed: “Do you feel like you’re at the top of your game at the moment, Jamie?”And Carragher bit back with: “Well, I’m on the best Champions League show, I’m on the best Premier League show and I’m on the best podcast.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Liverpool legend was referencing his other roles on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football and the Stick to Football series.Richards took issue and joked: “The numbers say differently.” To which Carragher continued: “Wages or are we talking numbers?”That prompted Richards to say: “We’re talking numbers. We’re talking listeners.” Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBefore Carragher quipped: “I get stopped in the street about my podcast.”Their back-and-forth was unsurprisingly brought up on the latest episode of The Rest Is Football by host Lineker.’This is why I don’t talk to old people’ – Maya Jama bites back at Gary Lineker after he revealed relationship statusFinding the funny side, Linker asked Richards in a tongue-in-cheek way: “Before I go on, did you have a little squabble with Jamie Carragher?“He tried to pretend that they’ve got the best football podcast?”Richards explained: “Podcast wars, basically. I had to pull him up about the podcast, I had to do that.”Lineker jokingly interjected: “I would hope so, Micah.” Richards continued: “When it comes to numbers, we do the numbers don’t we?”Match of the Day presenter Lineker brutally pointed out: “Yeah, they’re languishing miles behind, and that’s okay. “We like to have a bit of competition in there but you can’t be the best podcast when you stand there talking over each other all the time.” That drew huge bursts of laughter from Shearer, with Richards saying: “Gary’s firing shots!”Lineker’s production company – Goalhanger – currently dominates football podcasts in the UK with its The Rest Is Football show.Read More on The SunIt is followed by the likes of Stick to Football, That Peter Crouch Podcast and Fozcast – The Ben Foster Podcast.Stick to Football is part of Gary Neville’s The Overlap podcast series and regularly includes the likes of Roy Keane, Ian Wright, Jill Scott and Carragher. More