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      Former Arsenal and England star, 32, posts four-word message after completing shock League Two transfer

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      A FORGOTTEN Arsenal ace has completed a shock move to a League Two outfit.The versatile full-back amassed a total of 93 Premier League appearances and played in the Champions League 10 times during his 14-year career.Ex-Arsenal ace Carl Jenkison has joined League Two side BromleyCredit: GettyEx-England ace Jenkison is excited with his upcoming challengeCredit: GettyThe ex-Arsenal ace also picked up one England cap after bursting onto the scene with the Gunners in 2012.That is none other than Carl Jenkinson who joined Bromley as a free agent. The defender put pen to paper on a one-year contract with the Ravens.The ex-Nottingham Forest ace shared a pic of him in a Bromley shirt on social media and expressed his excitement for the new challenge lying ahead.Read More on ArsenalJenkinson posted on Instagram: “Another new chapter begins.”Jenkison returns to English football after a two-year stint in Australia that saw him playing for Melbourne City and Newcastle Jets.And the ex-England international will be reuniting with Bromley manager Andy Woodman, with whom he worked at Charlton back in his youth days.Jenkinson said: “How’s it feel? It’s good, I’m glad it is sorted out now with all the international clearance stuff which was dragging on a bit…Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I know Woody [Woodman] from when I was a kid coming through at Charlton… it’s one of them that when you know someone – he was always so easy to get along with even as a young lad…”That led to me reaching out to Woody a couple of weeks ago and saying can I come in and train because I wanted to be fit and maintain my fitness.Arsenal ratings: Martinelli ends goal drought but Partey struggles against Leicester”We have that relationship where I can ask that question, so it was nice that he said yeah and then that it’s led to this.” More

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      Fifa confirm 12 stadiums for new-look Club World Cup including TWO £1.2BILLION NFL grounds and 88,500-seat Olympic venue

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      FIFA have confirmed the 12 stadiums that will host games for the new-look Club World Cup set to begin this season.The tournament, scheduled to begin on June 15, will take place in the USA and has already sparked controversy over its format.Fifa have confirmed the 12 stadiums that will be used for the Club World CupCredit: GettyThe Atlanta’s Falcon’s £1.2bn home – Mercedes-Benz Stadium – will be one arena used for the tournamentCredit: ReutersDC United’s Audi Field will host matches despite holding just 20,000 fansCredit: ReutersThe US, who will also be hosting the World Cup proper in 2026 alongside Mexico and Canada, will offer up 12 incredible stadiums for the tournament. Some 32 teams will compete in 63 matches across the 12 arenas to earn the title of Club World Cup champions.The chosen grounds range from capacities of 20,000 to a whopping 88,500.The matches will stretch from coast to coast with games played in iconic US cities like Los Angeles, Nashville and Washington D.C.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe smallest stadium set to be used is Audi Field in Washington D.C. Home of MLS side DC United, the 20,000 seater stadium is one of few purpose built football grounds in the lineup.Just three other MLS-only grounds are being used for the tournament, TQL Stadium in Cincinnati; Geodis Park in Nashville, Tennessee; Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando.While six NFL stadiums will be commandeered by the footballing world this summer – including TWO £1.2BILLION super stadiums.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSEvery Club World Cup stadiumHere’s a look at every stadium being used for the 2025 Fifa Club World Cup in the USA…Mercedes-Benz StadiumLocation: Atlanta, GACapacity: 75,000Bank of America StadiumLocation: Charlotte, NCCapacity: 75,000TQL StadiumLocation: Cincinnati, OHCapacity: 26,000Rose Bowl StadiumLocation: Los Angeles, CACapacity: 88,500Hard Rock StadiumLocation: Miami, FLCapacity: 65,000GEODIS ParkLocation: Nashville, TNCapacity: 30,000MetLife StadiumLocation: New York New JerseyCapacity: 82,500Camping World StadiumLocation: Orlando, FLCapacity: 65,000Inter&Co StadiumLocation: Orlando, FLCapacity: 25,000Lincoln Financial FieldLocation: Philadelphia, PACapacity: 69,000Lumen FieldLocation: Seattle, WACapacity: 69,000Audi FieldLocation: Washington, D.C.Capacity: 20,000Both the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons, and the MetLife Stadium, home to the New York Jets and New York Giants, will host matches for the controversial tournament. The largest stadium announced as a host ground is the iconic Rose Bowl in California.Premier League joins move to boycott Fifa Club World CupThe former Olympic stadium will boast a capacity of 88,500 for the upcoming tournament and has held a record 106,869 fans in the past.The incredible colosseum-like arena is recognised as a National Historic Landmark in the US and is best known for its use as a venue for college level American football in the States. Fifa announced the 12-strong list on Saturday in New York City as they continue to hype up their new-look tournament.Despite a new model that will see 32 teams from six continental confederations face off against each other, there has been huge backlash against the fast-approaching tournament.Players have expressed their concerns over hectic calendars leaving them with no time for recovery this summer.While Fifpro, the players’ international federation, claimed that the scheduling “will undercut the rest and recovery time of these players at the end of the 2024-25 season”.Adding that they believe that Fifa’s new plan “demonstrates a lack of consideration for the mental and physical health of participating players, as well as a disregard for their personal and family lives.”The Premier League has also threatened a boycott of the competition with PFA boss Maheta Molango telling SunSport: “Football is killing its own product.”Those who run the game need to listen. If they don’t, then as unions we have a responsibility to the players to take action — and the legal route is the next step.”At the moment Chelsea and Manchester City are the only two Premier League clubs set to participate in the competition next year.Despite the tournament being just around the corner, Fifa are yet to announce any broadcast agreements for the Club World Cup.READ MORE SUN STORIESFootball’s governing body claim that this summer’s tournament will “crown the ultimate global champion”.While some clubs have been disappointed to be left out of contention with the tournament understood to be offering up some £600m in prize money.Teams competing in the Club World CupHere’s a look at which teams will play in next summer’s Club World Cup…Europe: Atlético Madrid, Bayern Munich, Benfica, Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Juventus, Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain, Porto, Real Madrid, Red Bull SalzburgSouth America: Boca Juniors, Flamengo, Fluminense, Palameiras, River PlateNorth and Central America and Caribbean: León, Monterrey, Pachuca, Seattle SoundersAfrica: Al Ahly, Espérance, Mamelodi Sundowns, WaydadAsia: Al-Hilal, Al Ain, Ulsan, UrawaOceania: Auckland CityThe iconic Rose Bowl will host a number of gamesCredit: GettyLincoln Financial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles, will also host matchesCredit: ReutersThe Hard Rock Stadium in Miami is one of the host groundsCredit: GettyOrlando City’s Inter & Co Stadium is one of few custom-built MLS stadiums to be used for the tournamentCredit: ReutersMetLife Stadium is another £1.2bn arena that will host matchesCredit: Getty More

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      Haley hopeful Brighton and Spain ace Bruna can help Seagulls soar in points battle with WSL rivals

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      MADISON HALEY reckons the dynamic Bruna Vilamala will keep the Seagulls soaring.Brighton forward Haley thinks a top-four spot could be a realistic target for the club who have had a flying start to the Women’s Super League season.Madison Haley believes Bruna’s instensity and versatility on the pitch can make Brighton more dynamic in attackCredit: AlamyThe Spain forward made her WSL debut for Albion when they beat Everton 4-0 in their season-opener on September 21Credit: AlamyHaley and her Seagulls team-mates will be hoping to continue their strong start when they visit Manchester CityCredit: GettyAlbion face a tricky early-season test at highly fancied Manchester City this afternoon.The eagerly awaited contest, which kicks off at 12:30pm comes on the back of their 4-0 opening-day thrashing of Everton last Saturday when Kiko Seike ran riot with a historic debut WSL hat-trick.Now American Haley (right), 25, is backing another summer signing in Bruna to make a big impact.Striker Bruna, 22, who has joined on loan from Barcelona, scored four goals in ten top-flight starts for the Catalan club last season.Read More Football Stories She made her senior international debut for Spain in June.And Haley revealed: “People have been asking me who’s the one to watch. Bruna was one of the players I said.”With her coming from Barcelona, the technical ability is there in abundance.”She gives us some really good quality in possession as well as out.Most read in Football”She can play multiple positions and I guess it makes us a bit more dynamic as a team.”Her intensity, the distance she covers and effort that she puts in is there. She can also keep the opposition on their toes.”That makes us more flexible as a team, because you can have people swapping positions live in the game.”It just gives us a bit more flexibility and makes us more dynamic as a team, which I think is something maybe we didn’t have last season as much.”This summer has seen Brighton undergo a massive overhaul with the departure of 13 players and 12 new arrivals.Among those coming in were England forwards Fran Kirby and Nikita Parris.And along with striker Michelle Agyemang, 18, from Arsenal, Bruna is one of two promising young players to have joined the club on a season’s loan.The Seagulls have also undergone a transformation in playing style with the team more front-footed in attack under new boss Dario Vidosic.The Brighton gaffer, 37, was appointed in July.He took over from interim chief Mikey Harris, who guided the south coast team to a ninthplace finish last term.Following all the chopping and changing in the dugout, former Melbourne City Women’s boss Vidosic is the fifth manager to take charge of Albion since December 2022.And Haley believes the WSL side are making progress under their new boss who is a big admirer of Pep Guardiola’s early coaching success with Barcelona’s B team.The Texas-born player added: “With Dario coming in with his new approach, we’re moving in the right direction most definitely. We’re in a good place overall.”All the small tweaks and tactical things, of course, that’s going to be different from manager to manager.”But Brighton’s philosophy has stayed true throughout with the changes.”For the most part, it’s been a pretty easy transition.”We want to be pushing as high as we can in the table. With the new additions, we can definitely do that.Manchester City aim to get their first win in the WSL this season when they take on Brighton at the Joie StadiumCredit: Alamy”The expectations are the same, from the club’s perspective. We want to be a top-four team. “We’ve added a lot of big players and having an overarching goal is good.”But then it’s also about being a bit realistic as well.READ MORE SUN STORIES”There’s no doubt that the sky’s the limit for this team.”Manchester City vs Brighton can be watched live at 12:30pm today on BBC Two. More

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      Watch Konate call out Sky Sports in rant after he is snubbed for MOTM award – but Liverpool boss agrees with decision

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      IBRAHIMA KONATE was left stunned after discovering he was not Man of the Match against Wolves.The Liverpool defender opened the scoring in his side’s 2-1 win at Wolves on Saturday.Ibrahima Konate could not believe he was not named Man of the Match against WolvesCredit: X/SkySportsPLArne Slot agreed with the decision to give the award to Ryan GravenberchCredit: X/SkySportsPLIt was his second goal of the season after a strike in the Champions League against AC Milan earlier this month.However, it was not enough to win the Man of the Match award at full-time.Instead, Konate had to present the trophy to team-mate Ryan Gravenberch during their post-match interview.The Frenchman was left stunned, though, as he asked: “Sky Sports, who decides who is the Man of the Match?READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”How is this possible? It’s my brother, I have to give it to him. Milan I score, today I score… I didn’t deserve it?”What happened? You have to talk with them I don’t know who decides.”After being told which member of the production team had chosen the winner, he shook his head and tutted: “Gary Neville… thank you, Gary.”Konate’s manager agreed with the choice, however, as he spoke after the match.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSArne Slot explained: “Konate? Well then maybe he forgot the moment we conceded a goal.”So maybe that was the reason we conceded because he wasn’t there at that moment because to say the least it was avoidable.” Wolves crisis ahead of crunch Liverpool clash as Gary O’Neil reveals illness ripping through squadKonate has started every match in the league since coming on at half-time against Ipswich on the opening weekend.The 25-year-old has now made 97 appearances for the Reds, scoring five goals.Saturday’s win lifts Slot’s side to the top of the league, one point clear of Manchester City and Arsenal.They are back in action on Wednesday at home to Bologna in the Champions League.Konate opened the scoring in Liverpool’s 2-1 win at Molineux on Saturday nightCredit: Getty More

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      Watch Tim Sherwood do the ‘most cringe thing ever seen on Sky Sports’ as he reacts to Chelsea ace Cole Palmer scoring

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      COLE PALMER’S crazy first half against Brighton even had Tim Sherwood celebrating in the Sky Sports studio.The former Tottenham and Aston Villa boss was watching on as Palmer netted four first half goals against the Seagulls on Saturday.Tim Sherwood was carried away by Cole Palmer’s first half performance against BrightonCredit: Sky SportsPalmer scored four goals in the first half to sink the SeagullsCredit: GettySherwood copied Palmer’s celebration live on airCredit: Sky SportsSherwood, 55, was making up part of Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday team for the 3pm kick offs.He watched Cole Palmer make history by becoming the first player in Premier League history to score FOUR times in the first half of a Prem clash.And Sherwood was getting carried away way before the fourth even hit the back of Bart Verbruggen’s goal, celebrating Palmer’s second live in the Sky Sports studios.Palmer cooly netted a spot kick to bag himself a double in the 28th minute, prompting Sherwood to give his best shot at Palmer’s “cold” celebration. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe celebration, which Palmer has become synonymous with, left some fans cringing when they saw Sherwood trying to replicate.On social media, one fan blasted: “Tim Sherwood copying Cole Palmer’s celebration is the most cringe thing I’ve ever seen on Sky Sports ever”.While another added: “Cole Palmer got Tim Sherwood acting out of pocket”.Palmer has become known for his ‘cold’ celebrationCredit: GettyBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third joked: “That’s the Cole Palmer effect”.Most read in FootballAnd a fourth wrote: “Tim Sherwood is Chels”.Chelsea Player vs Brighton RatingsPalmer continued to impress on Saturday afternoon as Enzo Maresca’s Blues took all three points off Brighton in a 4-2 win.The 22-year-old added a stunning free-kick and a delightful bottom corner finish to his earlier brace to score all four of Chelsea’s goals.The star now has 10 goal contributions in six Premier League appearances this season.Chelsea continue to look impressive under Maresca too with the Stamford Bridge outfit now fourth in the table, just two points off league leaders Liverpool. More

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      Harry Kane injury fears for Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash at Aston Villa after hobbling off against Leverkusen

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      HARRY KANE is a worry for Bayern Munich’s Champions League showdown with Aston Villa next week.The Bavarians travel to Villa Park on Wednesday for the crunch clash.Harry Kane is an injury doubt for Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash with Aston Villa on WednesdayCredit: GettyThe England captain hobbled off in Bayern’s 1-1 draw with Bayer LeverkusenCredit: GettyBut Kane, 31, had to be subbed four minutes before the end of his side’s 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.Amine Adli caught the England skipper on the ankle to leave him writhing on the turf in agony.The injury will be a concern for Bayern boss Vincent Kompany who has already seen Kane register 15 goal involvements in just seven games this season.Kompany told the media after the game of his concern at losing Kane to injury.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe said: “Hopefully it’s nothing serious. I’m not a doctor but I hope he can play against Aston Villa on Wednesday.”While Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl fuelled the concern when he hinted that it must be a nasty knock if Kane has had to leave the pitch.He added: “If Harry goes off the pitch, then it’s something. Now I hope he’s made of sturdy English wood.”However, Bayern Munich fans may be able to breathe a sigh of relief after Kane gave an upbeat update in the mixed zone after the clash.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Tottenham star said: “Sometimes there have been red cards for something like that.”I’m OK, but it’s a bit sore. I’ll check it tomorrow, but I think it’s OK.Harry Kane’s favourite England goals”It doesn’t feel too bad at the moment. We’ll assess that in the next few days, but I don’t think I’ll be out for long.”Bayern’s goalless draw with Leverkusen means they remain top of the Bundesliga table with 13 points.Kompany’s side are yet to lose a game since the Belgian’s arrival from Burnley this summer.Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich side are yet to lose a gameCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea legend Frank Lampard carries adorable puppy while out for a walk near his London home

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      FORMER England and Chelsea footballer Frank Lampard shows some puppy love while going walkies.The 46-year-old midfielder turned TV pundit held family pet Minnie near his London home while a private dog unit patrolled the street.Former footballer Frank Lampard holds family pet MinnieCredit: MJ-Pictures.comA private dog unit patrols the street near Lampard’s London homeCredit: MJ-Pictures.comChristine Lampard says she has had trouble sleeping since a raid on their homeCredit: GettyFrank’s wife, Loose Women’s Christine Lampard, 45, has said she has had trouble sleeping since a £60,000 raid on their home in 2019.Three men were jailed in 2021 for the break-in.We recently revealed Christine is concerned about their lifestyle change in the unlikely event Frank is named England manager.The ex-Chelsea midfielder, 46, has been out of work since his stint as interim boss at Stamford Bridge came to an end in May 2023.READ MORE ON FRANK LAMPARDLampard is among the candidates behind those leading favourites to be selected for the national team vacancy.That is despite disappointing spells at Chelsea and Everton over the last five years.And wife Christine, 45, a Northern Irish presenter who has fronted programmes such as The One Show and Daybreak, is said to be concerned about the possibility of him becoming England manager.An insider to Christine told Closer: “The odds of Frank being named England manager have shortened in recent weeks and he is among the favourites to take on the role.Most read in Football”If he was given such an amazing opportunity, he wouldn’t be able to turn it down.Christine Lampard presents Lorraine’s morning show in her absence More

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      Erik ten Hag bizarrely says he LIKES criticism after blazing Shearer row and slamming Redknapp’s ‘crazy’ comments

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      ERIK TEN HAG bizarrely admits he is listening to criticism from PUNDITS to get his Manchester United reign on track.That is despite the under-pressure manager going to war with them twice this season.Erik ten Hag is using criticism to fuel a turnaround at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyAlan Shearer slammed Ten Hag’s management last seasonCredit: GettyTen Hag also recently responded to Jamie Redknapp’s commentsCredit: GettyTen Hag is back in the firing line after United’s lacklustre 1-1 Europa League draw with FC Twente on Wednesday.And he said of the pundits: “Some give very good advice.“For me, the best advice is stay clinical and see where the team is and which areas we have to improve.“You can have an opinion about football and when you’re in the job, you have to deal with this. Respect the criticism.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTen Hag previously branded Jamie Redknapp “crazy” for claiming he axed Marcus Rashford for the draw at Crystal Palace because of problems behind the scenes.At the time, he said: “I don’t understand the criticism. People are entitled [to criticise] if they want to, but not entitled to bring speculation.”And after the humbling 3-0 defeat by Liverpool at the start of this month, Ten Hag hit back at jibes over the performance, saying: “I’m sorry for you, I have another vision.”More flak will almost certainly come his way if there is another flop against Tottenham on Sunday – much like Shearer’s criticism of his side last season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut the Dutchman now says: “I can’t take every criticism into account. I don’t read, of course, all the criticism.“It’s not even possible. I don’t even want to know.Erik ten Hag ‘couldn’t wait to drop’ Man Utd starter for player who ‘isn’t much of an upgrade’, says Paul Scholes “Stay methodical, guide the team on the right pathway and make sure you make the right steps to get the best out of the team.”United go into the game lying 11th and Ten Hag accepts that his young team have to keep taking opinions on the chin.He says: “They will be judged every game — and that’s normal.“Everyone, for every game, is expecting United to be winning. It isn’t a secret for anyone.“When you are in this club, you have to deal with this factor and we do. It doesn’t matter whether you are young or old.“We have to cope with this and get the best out of it and match the expectations that everyone has.“But we know also that young players, a young squad, a new team, takes some time.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We are going in a good direction in the last couple of weeks in many aspects of football.“Now it’s about being more efficient and scoring more goals.” More