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      Joe Cole says ‘I ain’t paying’ as TNT Sports pundit causes £3000 of damage in unfortunate mishap after Chelsea goal

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      JOE COLE feared he might be left with a £3,000 bill after a mishap celebrating Chelsea becoming Conference League champions.His former club came from behind to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw, Poland, and become the first club to complete the full set of Uefa competitions.Joe Cole suffered a wardrobe malfunction as he split some tea while celebrating a Chelsea goalHe was appearing on the TNT Sports show with Steve Sidwell, left, and Michail Antonio, middleCredit: GettyChelsea beat Real Betis 4-1 in Poland to be crowned Conference League championsCredit: GettyHowever, Cole’s enthusiasm to celebrate as Chelsea scored came back to bite him.Watching the game from the TNT Sports studio in the 40,000 Wroclaw Stadium, Cole looked sharp as he wore a brown suit and white shirt for his TV duties.He was appearing alongside West Ham star Michail Antonio and ex-Chelsea team-mate Steve Sidwell, as well as presenter Emma Dodds.And a clip shared to the broadcasters social media pages showed how the 43-year-old celebrated one of the Blues’ goals, before he had an unfortunate incident.READ MORE IN CHELSEACole was seen jumping up and down with his arms in the air when Chelsea grabbed a goal.The beaming former midfielder then went to Sidwell to hug him over the table.But his animated response to the goal prompted Dodds to try and intervene to stop him knocking over some drinks on the table.She was seen grabbing a microphone, but not before the contents of a cup of tea had been knocked over on the table in the chaos.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKCole turned around and noticed the mess which saw his face go from jubilation to horror before he is heard saying: “Oh no my tea.”He then picked it up and took a swig before looking for some napkins to clean up the table which was drenched in liquid.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalAfter returning into camera shot, Cole then picked up a microphone and showed it to the camera.Cole then joked: “[That’s] About three grands worth. “I ain’t paying.”Chelsea won the match thanks to goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo.But Cole heaped praise on “genius” Cole Palmer, who had notched two assists to turn the game around following Abde Ezzalzouli’s first half strike for Betis.Cole said on TNT Sports: “Cole Palmer, absolute genius. We don’t produce these players.”They don’t fall off trees. He took the game by the scruff of the neck tonight and made it happen.”There aren’t many players in world football who can do what he does.”Cole, who was a Champions League runner-up with the Stamford Bridge outfit in 2008 – the last major Uefa final the team were defeated in – added: “Chelsea is a huge club at this level.”And what I would say, for these young players and this team to win a trophy, it’s going to take them to the next level.”But it’s not about that tonight. It’s about a group of young footballers, young coaches, coming together and achieving something.”Don’t be looking down your noses at this.”Cole also gave his transfer verdict on loan star Sancho, who Chelsea have the option to sign from Manchester United for £25million or face a £5m penalty to not sign him.He said: “I think Jadon is a really great player and I think he’s done well.”He’s been rotated in and out a bit but I want to see Jadon playing. You want a player like that in your squad. It will come down to a financial decision I imagine but I really like him.”Asked specifically whether the winger had done enough to justify a permanent move, Cole said: “Yes I do.”This is a kid who went to Dortmund and was a superstar as a kid. It wasn’t working at Man United but he’s done well, he’s got his career back on track at Chelsea.Read More on The Sun”I think there’s more to come from him as well.”Manager Enzo Maresca said discussions about Sancho’s future would be held in the coming days.Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge More

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      Jadon Sancho makes allegiances clear during on-pitch phone call as Man Utd flop wins Conference League with Chelsea

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      MANCHESTER UNITED loanee Jadon Sancho appeared to show where his allegiances lie after winning the Conference League with Chelsea.The winger was brought on just after the hour mark with Blues trailing 1-0 to Real Betis.Chelsea fans liked Jadon Sancho’s blue phone caseSome fans suggested it showed where his allegiances lieCredit: TNT SportsSancho fired in Chelsea’s third goalCredit: GettyHe helped inspire a comeback and played his part in the 4-1 win in Wroclaw by firing in Chelsea’s third goal in the 83rd minute.It was his fifth strike for the club in a loan move that has only shown flashes of his quality.There is speculation over whether or not Chelsea will make his stay permanent, with a £25million fee in place.However it certainly seems Sancho is happy at Stamford Bridge, with fans suggesting his blue phone case shows he is committed to the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan said: “Sancho even got a blue phone case. Sign the boy please.”Another added: “Sancho blue phone case. True blue 💙💙💙”A third wrote: “Sancho even has a Chelsea blue phone case 🤣 Keep him!”And another commented: “Nice of Jadon Sancho to get a phone case that matches his Chelsea shirt.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAfter the win Sancho also filmed himself, and he spoke down the camera saying: “Conference League final 2025. Come on! Champions.”Sancho, 25, could leave the Premier League if Chelsea decide to pay United £5m NOT to make his move permanent.Shocking moment Chelsea fans brawl & throw glasses as violence erupts in Poland ahead of Conference League finalBayer Leverkusen are rumoured to be interested, as well as his old team Borussia Dortmund.But it appears he has no future at United – who signed him for £73million in 2021 – under boss Ruben Amorim. More

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      Former EFL club release statement after ‘very strange’ delay in filing accounts leaves fans fearing the worst

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      FORMER League Two club Aldershot Town have released a statement amid concerns over the filing of their accounts to Companies House.Aldershot, who finished 16th in the National League this season, are overdue for the publication of their accounts for the last financial year.Aldershot Town have released a statement after being late to file their financial accountsCredit: PA:Press AssociationThe late publication of their accounts has led to the company being issued a notice for compulsory strike-off.A strike-off notice, which removes a company from the official register, effectively means a company ceases to exist as a legal entity if followed through.Aldershot are able to object to the strike-off and try and explain their situation to Companies House before the action is carried out against the business.Aldershot fans have voiced their concern online around the emergence of a compulsory strike-off notice appearing on the club’s Companies House page, prompting a response from the club itself.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA statement issued on X by the club’s official account read: “The Club is aware of recent comments on social media regarding the delay in filing our annual accounts with Companies House.”The Club want to reassure our supporters and stakeholders that there is no cause for concern.”The delay, whilst regrettable, is administrative and the result of a migration to a new accounting system.”The transition has taken longer and proved more challenging than anticipated, but our finance team is working closely with our auditors/accountants to finalise the accounts, which we expect to file within the next seven days.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFans are still concerned by the situation with one supporter labelling it as “very strange”.While a second wrote: “For full transparency, I think all of us fans would like to see how the accounts are doing”.And a third added: “Well that eases no one’s mind…”Aldershot won their first piece of silverware in nearly 20 years this season as they lifted the FA Trophy thanks to a 3-0 victory over Spennymoor Town at Wembley.The Shots have been trying to make a return to the EFL since their relegation from League Two in 2013, but are resigned to a 13th consecutive National League season following their 16th placed finish this term.Aldershot won the FA Trophy this seasonCredit: Alamy More

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      Chelsea make history as they become first team to win EVERY trophy in Europe after amazing Cole Palmer inspired comeback

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      CHELSEA’S Conference League victory has seen them become the first team to win every European trophy currently available.Inspired by their brilliant talisman Cole Palmer, the Blues came from behind to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw.Chelsea lifted their first Europa Conference League trophyCredit: ReutersBrilliant Cole Palmer inspired the Blues to victoryCredit: Shutterstock EditorialWith the Conference League having only been launched in the 2021-22 season, Chelsea are just the fourth team to win it.Enzo Maresca’s side have followed Roma, West Ham and Olympiacos in lifting the new trophy.Of the four Conference League winners, Chelsea are the only ones to have also won the Champions League and Europa League.Chelsea had to come from behind against their Spanish opponents to win the Conference League.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSPalmer was the hero, setting up the equaliser from Enzo Fernandez and then Nicolas Jackson to put the Blues in front.Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo then made sure of the result to spark incredible celebrations among the players and fans who’d travelled to Poland.It meant another chapter was written in Chelsea’s European story.The Blues lifted their first Champions League in 2012 after beating Bayern on penalties in Munich – they then added a second triumph in 2021 by defeating Manchester City in Porto.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKChelsea famously won their first Champions League in 2012Credit: Times Newspapers LtdThe Blues lifted the Europa League in 2013Credit: Times Newspapers LtdChelsea won the Super Cup in Belfast four years agoCredit: ReutersChelsea’s Europa League victories came in 2013 and 2019 under Rafael Benitez and Maurizio Sarri respectively.The West Londoners have won the Uefa Super Cup in 1998 and 2021.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalAnd in the latter year they also defeated Al-Hilal and Palmeiras to lift their first Club World Cup.Domestically, the Blues have also won the lot.Prior to Roman Abramovich’s 2003 arrival, the Blues had won the old First Division in 1955 – as well as the FA Cup in 1970, 1997 and 2000, and League Cups in 1965 and 1998.Post 2003, Chelsea have won a further five Premier League titles, five FA Cups, and three League Cups.In their history they have won four Community Shields.Chelsea have also won some competitions that have since gone defunct.Read More on The SunThe Blues won the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1971 and 1998 and the Full Members’ Cup in 1986 and 1990.Having twice been relegated during the 1980s, Chelsea won the old Second Division in 1984 and 1989.Chelsea most recently won the Premier League in 2017Credit: AFPThe Blues have won the FA Cup eight times in their historyCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Reece James overheard by TNT Sports presenter rollocking Chelsea team-mates at half-time of Conference League final

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      REECE JAMES was overheard delivering a passionate half-time speech that inspired Chelsea’s Conference League final comeback.The Blues came from 1-0 down at the break to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw, Poland.Reece James rallied the Chelsea team at half-time before coming onCredit: TNT SPORTSJames demanded a ‘reaction’ in the second-halfCredit: GettyCaptain James was named on the bench but come on at the interval to replace Malo Gusto.TNT Sports reporter Becky Ives claimed she could hear the right-back rallying the troops inside the changing room at half-time.She told him: “I heard you in the dressing room really geeing up the team.”And it made all the difference as Chelsea put in a stunning second-half performance to clinch glory.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAsked by Ives about his battle cry, James replied: “I thought in the first-half we were very flat.”The game did not go our way early on and it looked like it took a lot out of us.”We needed a reaction in the second-half and we got it.”On not being named in the starting XI, James said: “It’s devastating to know you’re not playing in the final or not starting.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I want to play every game but it was the manager’s decision and once he made the decision, I need to accept it and move on and be ready to come in if I’m needed.”Enzo Maresca revealed after the game that he did not start James amid fears of him suffering another injury.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalHe explained: “I promise you, I will start always with Reece, but I’m trying to protect him.”He plays more games this season than the last two or three. He knows that.”But he is a top player for us, he is like Cole [Palmer], but the problem is we need to manage him.”When we change him he said, ‘boss don’t worry, we are going to win the game’.”Enzo Maresca said James did not start due to injury worriesCredit: Alamy More

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      Mykhailo Mudryk left out of Chelsea trophy celebrations despite travelling to Poland in his club kit to collect a medal

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      MYKHAILO MUDRYK was left out of Chelsea’s trophy celebrations – despite travelling to Poland for the Conference League final.The Blues came from behind to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw.Chelsea lifted the Conference League after beating Real BetisCredit: GettyMykhailo Mudryk did not get a medal despite being in PolandCole Palmer inspired the comeback with two superb assists – for Enzo Fernandez and Nicolas Jackson – before Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo rounded off the victory.It meant Chelsea got their hands on the Conference League trophy and completed the set of European silverware after their Champions League and Europa League triumphs.But Mudryk did not pick up a medal or get to join in the celebrations with the rest of his team-mates.Mudryk, 24, is currently suspended from playing after testing positive for the banned substance meldonium while on international duty in November.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSIt has not been made official whether Mudryk’s B-sample was also contaminated but he has not played for them in 2025.However, he turned up unannounced in Wroclaw on the eve of the final.The Ukrainian winger was spotted wearing a club gilet in a steakhouse.His shock appearance even took manager Enzo Maresca by surprise.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMaresca said: “To be honest, I just… Is he here or is he coming? He’s here. I’m happy for Misha to be here.”I don’t know, I just said that. I’m happy for Misha to be here.”Banned Mykhailo Mudryk turns up in Chelsea kit unannounced on eve of Conference League final to shock of clubBut SunSport understands Mudryk made the journey to Poland in order to pick up a medal.He played in six Conference League matches during the league phase before his shock suspension, scoring three goals. However, he was nowehere to be seen after the full-time whistle as Chelsea’s players collected their winner’s medals from Aleksander Ceferin.Mudryk has not played since November 28 after testing positive for a banned substanceCredit: APHe was all smiles in a steakhouse in Wroclaw wearing a Chelsea gilet More

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      Liverpool in race against time to complete £126m Florian Wirtz transfer as Bayer Levekusen double-deal targeted

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      LIVERPOOL are in a race against time to seal the £126million record signing of Florian Wirtz before he joins up with Germany.Bayer Leverkusen star Wirtz is due to report for international duty tomorrow ahead of the Nations League semi-final with Portugal next Wednesday.Liverpool are pushing to complete a deal for Florian WirtzCredit: GettyThe attacking midfielder wants a deal agreed before he heads off.But the Germans will not go below their £126m valuation, a British record deal from a foreign club.Leverkusen turned down Liverpool’s opening bid of £86m plus add-ons earlier this week.They want £20m more up front, plus clauses to take it up to £126m.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWirtz, 22, is thought to have agreed personal terms on a five-year  deal.Leverkusen team-mate Jeremie Frimpong flew to the UK on Tuesday for a medical ahead of his own £29.6m move to Anfield.Frimpong has emerged as the chosen man to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold at Anfield.The boyhood Red played his last game for the club on Sunday ahead of his exit.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlexander-Arnold is set to join Real Madrid in a free transfer, with Los Blancos hoping to finalise the deal before the Club World Cup.The full-back will join former Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso at the Santiago Bernabeu.Frimpong jets into UK with Leverkusen star to complete £30m Liverpool moveAlonso was appointed as the new Real Madrid boss last week.He signed a three-year deal upon his arrival and will officially take control on June 1.Real Madrid face Al-Hilal in their first Club World Cup match next month. More

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      England ace Ella Morris left ‘devastated’ by knee injury sustained five weeks before Women’s Euros

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      ENGLAND’S Ella Morris has had her Euros selection hopes shattered by a serious knee injury.The uncapped Lionesses defender, 22, ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament in her right knee during a training session. Ella Morris will miss England’s three remaining games ahead of the start of the Women’s Euros on July 2 after sustaining an ACL injuryCredit: GettyThe rising Tottenham star has returned to her club to begin working on her recovery weeks after receiving her first senior England call-upCredit: GettyThe injury to the Tottenham player, sustained five weeks before the July 2nd start of the Euros, means she will miss England’s bid to remain the tournament’s champions. Morris, who has returned to her club, will also miss the Lionesses’ Women’s Nations League clashes with Portugal tomorrow and Spain next Tuesday (June 3).The ex-Southampton player, who received her first senior international call-up this month,  has ruptured a knee ligament before at the age of 17. In a post published on her Instagram page, she wrote: “From the highest high to the lowest low.Read More Football Stories”Devastated doesn’t even come close. So grateful for the incredible people around me. ACL round 2 – let’s go.”Earlier today Lionesses support staff said they maintain close contact with the player as she works on her recovery. A statement from the FA said: “Everyone involved with the Lionesses wishes Ella the very best with her recovery.”England’s support team will remain in close contact with her and the club.”Most read in FootballLaura Blindkilde Brown has been called up to Sarina Wiegman’s England squad before their Nations League clashes with Portugal and SpainCredit: GettyFollowing Morris’s injury Manchester City’s Laura Blindkilde Brown, 21, has received her third senior call-upThe midfielder has joined Sarina Wiegman’s 26-player squad at St George’s Park as a replacement for Morris.Wiegman and her players will travel to London tomorrow ahead of their 7:45pm clash with Portugal at Wembley on May 30. More