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      Man Utd hardman Roy Keane shows his softer side with surprise 180-mile trip to visit his daughter

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      ROY KEANE has given a rare glimpse into his family life – in a break from his usual hardman act.The former Manchester United star ended his lengthy Instagram hiatus earlier this year by posting a snap of himself with old pal Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.The Irishman shared a heartwarming snap of himself beaming alongside his daughter LeahCredit: INSTAGRAM / @officialkeane16In his latest post the Irishman, 53, shared a heartwarming picture of himself with daughter Leah.Keane has five children with wife Theresa Doyle; Shannon, Caragh, Aidan, Leah and Alanna.He often refers to Leah as “No.4”, due to her being his fourth child.After making a 180-mile trip to visit her, Keane beamed for a picture with Leah, as they both sat on the sofa.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe captioned the snap: “No.4 thinks because she lives 180 miles away that I won’t pop in for a cup of tea. Always watching.”Fans loved Keane’s post, which has received nearly 300,000 likes.Plenty also rushed to leave a comment.One joked: “Any boyfriends biggest nightmare.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSKeane, 53, posted this snap with pal Ole Gunnar Solskjaer earlier this yearCredit: Instagram / @officialkeane16While another laughed: “Imagine meeting a nice girl. Them saying my parents want to meet you. You knock on the door and Roy Keane answers. The f***ing panic you’d feel for about 15 seconds would be monumental.”A third joked: “I love the way he numbers his kids.”Roy Keane apologises for ‘thinking we were friends’ as he’s bluntly shut down by Gary Neville And a fourth added: “That looks like a smile to me Roy, I thought they were overrated?!”Keane recently had pals Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher and Ian Wright in stitches during the latest episode of The Overlap on Tour.As they drove around Rome, making conversation, Keane said: “I’d like to do a rally thing, drive a proper car.”Would you like to do that lads? Around a track?”After a brief pause, Neville cut in: “We’re not filming like, but…”Mimicking hurt feelings, Keane replied: “So we can only chat when we’re filming?”Okay, I thought we’d have a chat as friends… Jesus, sorry – I apologise.”Camera, action, let’s pretend we like each other.”READ MORE SUN STORIESNeville, 49, began to laugh as soon as Keane hit back at him.While the Irishman’s last comment had Wright and Carragher in stitches from the back seat.Keane had pal Gary Neville in stitchesCredit: @WeAreTheOverlap More

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      Former Man Utd star slams own club’s fans over crowd trouble and fumes ‘what if a child was killed?’

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      ATHLETIC BILBAO star Ander Herrera lambasted a section of his own club’s fans for causing crowd trouble during their Europa League return.Bilbao made their long-anticipated comeback to Europa after a six-year absence on Thursday and took on Roma at the Olimpico where they drew 1-1.A section of Athletic Bilbao fans caused crowd trouble at RomaCredit: RexEx-Man Utd star Ander Herrera criticised the rowdy Bilbao fansCredit: RexThe Giallorossi opened the scoring on 32 minutes with Artem Dovbyk and the visitors equalised with Aitor Paredes five minutes before full-time.And it was after Paredes’ goal when some of the travelling fans started to throw flares and causing an unsafe environment in Rome.Things got so unpleasant that Bilbao manager Ernesto Valverde had to walk towards the away end and urge the rowdy supporters to stop.Ex-Manchester United star Herrera was also very frustrated with the incident.Read More on FootballThe midfielder condemned the unruly fans and refused to make any excuses as they could have “killed a child”.Herrera told Cadena Cope: “We have a strange feeling because we played a good game, a positive point but everything is clouded by what we have all seen. “I understand that in a moment of heat, you bring out the worst in yourself in the form of an insult, but it doesn’t enter my mind [to] throw a flare that can kill a person. “It makes you go cold, because it has no explanation.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“The flares used well, when celebrating La Gabarra, give a beautiful colour but in the hands of a person who throws it at the head, you have to cut it out. “A person who throws a flare and you know it can hit someone in the head and you can kill them, what if you kill a child? Or any person? It has no explanation.”Eight of the greatest players to never win the Ballon d’Or despite their incredible careersHerrera joined United in 2014 from Bilbao and went on to amass a total of 20 goals and 27 assists in 189 appearances.The 35-year-old went on to win the FA Cup, EFL Cup, Europa League and Community Shield during his five-year stint at Old Trafford.The ex-Spain international moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2019 before his return to Bilbao on loan in 2022 which led to a permanent switch a year later. More

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      Injuries & suspensions update ahead of Gameweek 6: Mikel Arteta provides David Raya latest and confirms returnees

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      DREAM TEAM brings you all the latest injury, suspension and availability news ahead of Gameweek 6 in one easily digestible dose.As expected, Mikel Arteta kept his cards close to his chest when discussing the availability of goalkeeper David Raya.Raya, 29, hobbled off against Manchester City last weekend and was ruled out of Arsenal’s midweek Carabao Cup victory over Bolton with a thing issue.David Raya is a doubt for ArsenalCredit: DREAM TEAM/GETTY”We have to wait another 24 hours. We have to wait 24 hours to see if it is looking good or not,” Arteta said at his press conference on Friday.”It’s not about risk. It is about a player being fit and available or not. When we have that clarity for Leicester, which is the main thing that we are thinking at the moment, we will make a decision tomorrow.”Yeah, sure [it’s fair to say he’s a doubt for tomorrow].”Jurrien Timber and Ben White were also absent from the EFL Cup squad but Arteta thinks the pair will be fit and available for Saturday’s encounter with Leicester.Martin Odegaard, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Mikel Merino, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney all remain sidelined.Leicester are without Jannik Vestergaard and Patson Daka, but aside from that Steve Cooper has no fresh injury concerns.Pep Guardiola confirmed that Rodri will miss the remainder of the season having undergone surgery to repair his anterior cruciate ligament on Friday.Most read in Dream TeamJoao Pedro is highly likely to miss this weekend’s clash against ChelseaCredit: GETTYManchester City will also be without Kevin de Bruyne because of a minor groin issue, while Newcastle’s Eddie Howe said Alexander Isak was a doubt having not trained all week because of a toe problem.Wolves are enduring something of a defensive crisis with Yerson Mosquera looking likely to miss the remainder of the campaign with an ACL tear. Toti Gomes is also doubtful.There’s better news for Arne Slot at Liverpool who will welcome back goalkeeper Alisson after he missed out in last week’s win over Bournemouth.Chelsea’s injury list has shrunk to just Reece James, who is still struggling with a hamstring injury. Midfielder Romeo Lavia is available for selection for the first time since the opening weekend and Malo Gusto is now fit.Joao Pedro is unlikely to feature, whilst Yasin Ayari and Brajan Gruda are available for the Seagulls.Morgan Gibbs-White is suspended for one match following his red card against BrightonCredit: GETTYManchester United manager Erik ten Hag said that he’ll come with the same squad as their Europa League draw with FC Twente on Wednesday.That means forward Rasmus Hojlund could feature, but defenders Victor Lindelof, Tyrell Malacia, Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro remain on the sidelines.Spurs, meanwhile, are likely to only be missing Richarlison and Wilson Odobert. Son Heung-min was forced off as Spurs opened their Europa League campaign with a 3-0 victory at home over Qarabag on Thursday night.”Sonny, I don’t think it’s too bad. He wants to train tomorrow. We’ll see how he goes in training tomorrow and see where we for from there.”We’ve got another day up our sleeve to give him an extra chance,” said manager Ange Postecoglou.Edson Alvarez won’t feature against Brentford for West Ham having been red carded against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup, while Brentford’s Christian Norgaard will be assessed. Yoane Wissa will be absent for a couple of months.There’s positive news for Sean Dyche and his Everton side, who welcome Crystal Palace to Goodison Park on Saturday with Vitalii Mykolenko and Jarrad Branthwaite back in contention.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 NOWARSENALInjuries: Martin Odegaard, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kieran Tierney, Mikel Merino (Doubt), David Raya (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneASTON VILLAInjuries: Boubacar Kamara, Tyrone Mings, Jaden Philogene-Bidace, John McGinn, Matty Cash (Doubt), Diego Carlos (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneBOURNEMOUTHInjuries: Tyler AdamsSuspensions: NoneBRENTFORDInjuries: Joshua Dasilva, Yoane Wissa, Rico Henry, Mathias Jensen, Aaron Hickey, Igor Thiago, Christian Norgaard (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneBRIGHTONInjuries: Matthew O’Riley, James Milner, Solly March , Joao Pedro (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneCHELSEAInjuries: Reece James, Omari KellymanSuspensions: NoneCRYSTAL PALACEInjuries: Chadi Riad, Christopher Richards, Cheick Doucoure, Rob Holding, Matheus Franca (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneEVERTONInjuries: Youssef Chermiti, Armando Broja, Dele Alli, Seamus Coleman, Nathan Patterson (Doubt), Idrissa Gana Gueye (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneFULHAMInjuries: Carlos Vinicius Suspensions: NoneIPSWICHInjuries: Janoi Donacien, Harry Clarke (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneLEICESTERInjuries: Jakub Stolarczyk, Patson Daka, Jannik VestergaardSuspensions: NoneLIVERPOOLInjuries: Harvey ElliottSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER CITYInjuries: Nathan Ake, Oscar Bobb, Kevin De Bruyne, RodriSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER UNITEDInjuries: Leny Yoro, Tyrell Malacia, Victor Lindelof, Luke ShawSuspensions: NoneNEWCASTLEInjuries: Sven Botman, Jamaal Lascelles, Callum Wilson, Lewis Miley, Matt Targett, Alexander Isak (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneNOTTINGHAM FORESTInjuries: Danilo, Ibrahim Sangare, Willy Boly (Doubt)Suspensions: Morgan Gibbs-WhiteSOUTHAMPTONInjuries: Gavin Bazunu, Kamaldeen Sulemana, William Smallbone (Doubt)Suspensions: Jack StephensTOTTENHAMInjuries: Richarlison, Wilson Odobert, Heung-Min Son (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneWEST HAMInjuries: Niclas Fullkrug (Doubt)Suspensions: Edson AlvarezWOLVESREAD MORE SUN STORIESInjuries: Yerson Mosquera, Boubacar Traore, Bastien Meupiyou, Enso Gonzalez, Sasa Kalajdzic, Toti Gomes (Doubt)Suspensions: NoneBetMGM sign up offerBetMGM: Get £40 in free bets — HERE**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. 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      Premier League cult hero reveals ‘worst dressing room he’s been in’ and was left shocked at ‘resentment’ between players

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      PREMIER LEAGUE cult hero Chris Samba has spoken about the worst dressing room of his career.The former defender played in the Prem for Blackburn between 2007 and 2012, before returning in 2013 for QPR.Christopher Samba slammed the dressing room at QPRCredit: PA:Press AssociationAnd it was at Loftus Road where he experienced the worst dressing room of his career.QPR endured a torrid season, finishing bottom of the Premier League with just four wins and 14 points off safety.Samba, 40, explained the wage structure at the club built resentment between players, leading to an unhealthy environment.He said: “That’s the worst dressing room I’ve been in, in football.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I think the wages being structured was not really good.”You have a player who is on £10,000 (a week) playing with one who is on £50,000. You have a player on £20,000 that plays with someone who is on £100,000.”So there’s a lot of resentment, or if that player played better than the one who was on more money on that day, he feels some type of way.”Harry Redknapp was in charge at the time and he revealed another former defender, Ryan Nelsen, described it as the worst dressing room he had ever been in.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRedknapp slammed the players’ attitude towards training and matches, and was unable to avoid relegation.But the following year he was able to guide QPR back up at the first time of asking after managing to clear out some of the worst offenders.Horror as football match abandoned after machete-wielding hooligans spark brawl in stands and players are forced to flee More

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      Football pundit rushed to hospital after he is shot while leaving TV studio following Europa League clash

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      A TURKISH football pundit was SHOT in the foot after covering the Europa League on Thursday night.Former Turkey international Serhat Akin had been working on coverage of Fenerbahce’s clash with Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise in an Istanbul studio.Pundit Serhat Akin was shot in IstanbulAkin, 43, posted a picture of his injuries on InstagramCredit: https://www.instagram.com/serhatakin81/?hl=enThe former Fenerbahce star works as a pundit for Turkish broadcaster Sports DigitaleCredit: https://www.instagram.com/serhatakin81/?hl=enAfter finishing up his evening’s work for Turkish broadcaster Sports Digitale, Akin was attacked outside the studio, in the Beykov region of the city.In shocking security footage, a masked figure could be seen approaching Akin.He subsequently fired one shot from his gun, before crossing the street and being escorted away on a motorbike.Passersby then rushed to check on Akin, who had taken cover behind a car.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt later emerged that the 16-cap star had sustained a gunshot wound to his right foot.He was subsequently rushed to a private hospital for treatment.His condition is not believed to be life threatening, although he will have to undergo an operation.The former Fenerbahce star later posted a picture of his injury to Instagram Story.Most read in Europa LeagueHe captioned it: “They shot my foot, our last word is Fenerbahce.”Local cops have launched a probe into the shooting.Jose Mourinho makes dramatic Super Lig debut as huge row sees Special One booked after just 20 minutesAkin has been visited in hospital by his pal, former Middlesbrough and Stoke star, Tuncay Sanli.The ex-forward said of his friend’s condition: “He is currently very well, his morale is low. There is not much to say. He will undergo surgery tomorrow.”I was with my brother because of the situation. He is my brother, we have experienced great things together. We have also experienced sadness.’SAD AND ANGRY'”I came to him as soon as I heard. There is nothing very serious about his condition. He will most likely undergo surgery tomorrow.”I am both sad and angry. Right now, his condition is very good. He is not in a good mood and his morale is low. I hope he regains his health as soon as possible.”In an official statement, Fenerbahce wrote: “We condemn the armed attack on our former football player Serhat Akin.”We wish him a speedy recovery. We expect the perpetrators to be held accountable before justice as soon as possible.”The Turkish Football Federation added: “We have learned with regret that former national team player Serhat Akin was injured in his foot as a result of an armed attack.”We strongly condemn the heinous attack and wish Serhat Akin a speedy recovery.”Jose Mourinho’s side had beaten Union Saint-Gilloise 2-1 on the night.READ MORE SUN STORIESEx-Leicester star Caglar Soyuncu gave them the lead on 26 minutes, before it was doubled by a Christian Burgess own goal.Accrington Stanley old boy Ross Sykes then pulled one back for the visitors in stoppage time.Fenerbahce beat Union Saint-Gilloise 2-1 last nightCredit: Getty More

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      Watch Joe Hart’s stunned reaction at Liverpool’s star’s body transformation that was ten years in the making

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      ENGLAND hero Joe Hart hardly recognised Liverpool star Alisson after his major transformation.The Brazilian goalkeeper has been an absolute force between the sticks in the Premier League ever since his arrival at Anfield from Roma in 2018.Liverpool star Alisson has undergone a massive transformationCredit: RexJoe Hart was left stunned by Alisson’s new look before their interviewLiverpool star Alisson shaved his signature beard, which he had for 10 yearsThe 31-year-old shot stopper is well-known around the world for his amazing talent in goal but currently looks unrecognisable after a significant makeover.Hart went to interview the Brazil international for BBC Football but was left stunned when the two met.That was because Alisson shaved his signature beard, which he had for the past decade.The cleanshaven keeper swapped his rugged look for a babyface profile.Read More on FootballAnd Alisson revealed that even his Liverpool team-mates didn’t notice him when he first arrived with his new look.Hart greeted Alisson: “How are you?To which the Liverpool keeper responded: “Yeah, all good.”And the Manchester City legend said with a surprised look: “Looking very fresh. Good to see.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlisson replied: Ten years [with the beard].”To which Hart said: “I know, yeah. It’s good to see. You look so different without a beard.”Fans all spot Wright’s reaction to Hart screaming in his face after Man City goal against Arsenal Alisson said: “So different! Everybody in the building looked at me and said, ‘Who’s this guy?'”People in the stadium yesterday [when] I arrived to the match, they didn’t recognise [me].”Alisson has missed the last two games with a tight hamstring but could be back for the trip to Wolves on Saturday night, with Arne Slot suggesting he is “ready”. More

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      Fans say ‘he’s in for a long ride’ after spotting what Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori did on the bench against Bolton

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      ARSENAL new boy Riccardo Calafiori appears to be struggling with the British weather already.The 22-year-old looked frustrated on the bench during Wednesday’s Carabao Cup clash with Bolton.Riccardo Calafiori was appeared frustrated while sitting in the pouring rainThe Italian covered his face to keep dryAfter being substituted in the 70th minute, he was forced to sit in the pouring rain for the remainder of the match.And fans were quick to spot his reaction.Calafiori was seen zipping up his jacket until it covered his face, with his hood also up.Fans took to social media to react, with one person writing: “He needs Tierney to help him adapt to the harshest of weather and not be fazed.”Read More in FootballAnother commented: “He’s in for a long ride. .”A third said: “He just keeps looking up like wtf is going on love it.”While a fourth joked: “It’s rain. Like they don’t have rain in Italy 😭.”The Gunners went on to beat Bolton 5-1 at the Emirates Stadium thanks to goals from Declan Rice, Ethan Nwaneri, Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCalafiori impressed against BoltonCalafiori joined Arsenal in a £42million transfer from Bologna this summer.The defender has since made five appearances for Mikel Arteta’s side.Man Utd legend Roy Keane blasts Arsenal as ‘small team with small mentality’ in furious rant at Ian WrightHe scored his first Premier League goal against Manchester City last weekend with a stunning strike.After receiving the ball from Gabriel Martinelli just outside the box, he curled his shot into the top-right corner with his right foot.The Gunners were eventually held to a 2-2 draw after going down to 10 men at half-time. More

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      Enzo Maresca opens door for £200,000-a-week Chelsea outcast to return to fold and says ‘we all make mistakes’

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      ENZO MARESCA has opened the door for Chelsea outcast Ben Chilwell to return after admitting: “We all make mistakes.”The Italian oversaw a major clear-out this summer, with Conor Gallagher the highest-profile victim.Enzo Maresca had admitted making a ‘mistake’ over one Chelsea outcastCredit: GettyMaresca also chopped the likes of Raheem Sterling and Trevoh Chalobah into a “bomb squad” as he made several new signings.But Chilwell could now be set for a spectacular return to first-term proceedings.The £200,000-a-week defender was one of the players axed from Chelsea’s senior squad.But unlike Sterling and Co, left-back Chilwell was unable to find a new club despite links with Manchester United.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd after making his first appearance of the campaign in Tuesday’s 5-0 Carabao Cup win against Barrow, he could soon be back in regular action.Chilwell, 27, came off the bench at half-time to replace Malo Gusto.And he took up a hybrid role on the flank which also saw him cut inside on several occasions.Chelsea fans gave a loud cheer when Chilwell’s name was read out by the Stamford Bridge announcer.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut it remains unclear whether his long-term future remains in London after his initial snub.However, Maresca appears to have been left impressed by Chilwell’s attitude.Chelsea player ratings from 5-0 win over BarrowBen Chilwell impressed against Barrow in the Carabao CupCredit: GettyChelsea’s Italian gaffer said: “In the moment we need him, for sure, why not? “I will say again in the moment he is with us, he is one of the Chelsea players and one of our players. “If we need we will give him chances and minutes.“We all make mistakes. I had to make a decision; sometimes they are good and sometimes not. “There is not any bad intention from me. It was just to try and think of the best thing for the club.”Chilwell has been at Chelsea since 2020 after a £45million move from Leicester.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe’s played 107 times for the Blues, with injuries taking their toll in several seasons.But Chilwell has endeared himself to fans by helping Chelsea win the Champions League and Club World Cup. More