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      Raging Richarlison slams ‘f***ing s***’ card as Tottenham star’s EA FC 25 rating is revealed

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      RICHARLISON was left raging after his rating on EA FC 25 was revealed.The game was released last week and is EA’s second instalment of their annual football game since the split from Fifa.Richarlison was left raging after seeing his EA FC 25 cardCredit: PAHe was rated 81 overall on the video gameCredit: Instagram / richarlisonMany footballers spend their free time relaxing and play the video game and they also make sure to keep an eye on their ratings.The new copy saw Lionel Messi given his lowest rating in 16 years and Erling Haaland tied with Rodri and Kylian Mbappe as the best in the game.Richarlison, 27, however, was left unimpressed with his stats in the newest version.The Brazilian has been given an overall rating of 81, which is the same as the previous game.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Tottenham star posted a video on his Instagram account in which he complained.He said: “Hey Fifa, what is this f***ing s*** card?”F***ing s***.”His reaction to the card has been shared and gone viral on social media.Most read in FootballOne fan posted: “What does Richalison want? FIFA were very generous rating him 81.”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “Coming from a player who hasn’t scored 15 goals in a season in his career.”A third commented: “Bro’s literally lucky to even get one in the 1st place.”The 25 top-rated footballers in EA FC25A fourth said: “The fact that they send this to all players is funny.”Another added: “Well, if these ratings motivate you, get fit and get going and next years number will look better.”Richarlison’s rating was unlikely to have been increased following his underwhelming 2023/24 campaign, in which he scored just 12 times.The former Watford striker’s form was inconsistent enough to see manager Ange Postecoglou sign a new attacker in the summer.Dominic Solanke arrived in a record-breaking transfer from Bournemouth.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      New footage shows exactly why Myles Lewis-Skelly, 17, picked up yellow card half-an-hour BEFORE making Arsenal debut

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      SHOCK new footage has revealed the “dark arts” that led to Myles Lewis-Skelly being booked before making his debut.The 17-year-old was given a yellow card by referee Michael Oliver as he warmed-up on the sidelines during Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Manchester City on Sunday.Myles Lewis-Skelly was booked after running along the goal line and seemingly communicating with David RayaCredit: GettyRaya the dropped to the floor injured and received treatmentCredit: APMikel Arteta used the break in play to deliver a team talkCredit: PAWith the Gunners leading 2-1 after 65 minutes, Lewis-Skelly left the dugout for a jog alongside other substitutes.The ball then goes out of play for an Arsenal goal-kick as David Raya takes his time with the restart.He eventually places the ball back on the pitch and then falls to the ground, claiming an injury.But shock footage obtained by The Mail shows Lewis-Skelly walk away from the sidelines and trot down along the goal line.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe appears to communicate with Raya, who then drops to the floor hurt.As the goalkeeper receives treatment, Mikel Arteta delivered a team talk to his players.Meanwhile, Lewis-Skelly went into the referee’s book, seemingly over his chat with Raya.The PGMOL confirmed he was carded for “showing a lack of respect for the game” under gamesmanship rules.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIncredibly, the booking for Lewis-Skelly came 30 minutes BEFORE entering the pitch for his debut.On Raya hitting the deck, Gary Neville said on Sky Sports: “There is no doubt that is a tactic.”Roy Keane tells Mikel Arteta ‘show a bit of class’ after Arsenal manager’s comments as he weighs in on red card decision Arsenal’s “dark arts” left Man City raging, with tensions boiling over at full-time.Erling Haaland threw a ball at Gabriel’s head after John Stones’ late equaliser and he then told Arteta to “stay humble” as the players shook hands.He also appeared to exchange words with Lewis-Skelly.City players voiced their displeasure at Arsenal’s tactics after the final whistle, with Bernardo Silva saying: “There was only one team that came to play football.”The other came to play to the limits of what was possible to do and allowed by the referee, unfortunately.”I’m glad we always enter the pitch to try to win every match.”Stones added: “They get the keeper on the floor so they can get some information on to the pitch. We had to control our emotions during those tough times.”I wouldn’t say they have mastered it but they have done it for a few years now so we knew to expect that.READ MORE SUN STORIES”You can call it clever or dirty, whichever way you want to put it, but they break up the game which upsets the rhythm.So far this season, Arsenal have wasted the most time on average when the game stops for corners, free-kicks, goal kicks, kick-offs, penalties, drop balls and throw-ins.Arsenal ratings vs Man CityTEN-MAN Arsenal came desperately close to beating Man City.Unfortunately for Mikel Arteta’s men, John Stones popped up in the 98th minute to score an equaliser with the match ending 2-2.Here’s how the players rated…DAVID RAYA – 9Well beaten for Haaland’s opener but continued his impressive start to the season with some super second half stops – notably from Haaland and Gvardiol. RICARDO CALAFIORI – 8A full debut the Italian won’t forget. Didn’t get close enough to Savinho for the opening goal but made amends with his stunning long range curler to level it.GABRIEL – 9Planted one header over but made no mistake with his second one just before the break to score for the second straight weekend.WILLIAM SALIBA – 8Clattered by Haaland early on and lost the Norwegian for City’s goal – but dusted himself down and led the rearguard action for the visitors superbly.JURRIEN TIMBER – 8Asked to play an unfamiliar role on the right but did a great job for his boss keeping the livewire Doku quiet – and did fine when Pep changed it around too.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 7Caused Walker plenty of problems in the first half. Played the ball back for Calafiori to score and teed up another great chance for Trossard.DECLAN RICE – 7Helped Arsenal work their way back into the game after early onslaught – and protected the back four so well when City were camped on the edge of the box.THOMAS PARTEY – 7Quick thinking from free-kick led to equaliser – also involved in the collision with Rodri that changed the course of the game.BUKAYO SAKA – 6Always a threat with his corners – not least when Arsenal got their second. Subbed at the break to make way for an extra defender.LEANDRO TROSSARD – 4Steered good chance over. Booked for pulling back Savinho then a second yellow for barge on Silva and then delaying the restart. Stupid from the Belgian.  KAI HAVERTZ – 7Early collision with Rodri and caused a few problems in the first half but then had to focus on helping his 10 man team out defensively.SUBSWHITE – 7(For Saka 46) – Thrown on to shore up the defence at the break – and did exactly that.KIWIOR – 6(For Calafiori 74 )– Gave the Italian a rest for the final few minutes and kept it tight.JESUS – 6(For Martinelli 87) – Some good pressing against his old team in the closing minutesLEWIS SKELLY – 6(For Timber 90) – Good experience for the youngster but was bizarrely booked before even coming on for his debut.Click here to read more on Arsenal. More

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      I’m a Bolton icon who scored against Arsenal in famous upset – here’s why we will beat Mikel Arteta’s men in Carabao Cup

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      BOLTON legend John McGinlay believes his old club can dump Arsenal out of the Carabao Cup — 30 years after his Highbury heroics.‘Super John’ scored the opening goal when second-tier Wanderers shocked the Gunners in an FA Cup fourth-round replay back in 1994.John McGinlay celebrates his goal against Arsenal at Highbury thirty years ago with Bolton captain Phil BrownCredit: GettyBruce Rioch led Bolton to victory that night- and a year later was Arsenal bossCredit: PA:Press AssociationArsenal had completed an FA Cup and League Cup double the previous season but lost 3-1 after extra-time to Bruce Rioch’s free-flowing side.The Trotters are now in League One but McGinlay, 60,  believes Ian Evatt’s current crop of players are capable of humiliating Mikel Arteta’s men in Wednesday’s third-round tie at the Emirates — despite their poor start to the season.He said: “There were many occasions when Bruce Rioch was in charge of Bolton that we went into games when people gave us no chance.“But we enjoyed proving them wrong — and that is what we have to do against Arsenal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“We have some good young players, who just need to go out and express themselves. It’s a free hit and it comes on the back of a big 5-2 win over Reading that was much needed.“It is the sort of night that can really click us into gear for the season. If the players play to their potential there is no reason why they can’t produce a shock.“Arsenal are likely to make changes and that could affect their rhythm so I see it as a great opportunity for Bolton.“They can cause Arsenal problems and it’s an occasion they must enjoy.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRioch’s Bolton also saw off Everton and Aston Villa on that famous Cup run before losing to Oldham in the last eight.And Scottish striker McGinlay, who made more than 250 appearances in five years at the Trotters,  revealed they EXPECTED to turn Arsenal over.What happened to Highbury?He said: “We were the lower-league team nobody wanted to draw in the Cup.“We had drawn 2-2 with Arsenal at Burnden Park so we knew we could be a match for them.“It was a great feeling to score with a header, then Alan Smith equalised.“Jason McAteer leathered one to put us back in front in extra-time and Andy Walker finished it off.“They had pretty much the England back four, with Tony Adams, Steve Bould, Lee Dixon and Nigel Winterburn in front of David Seaman, and an excellent manager in George Graham.Arsenal are likely to make changes and that could affect their rhythm so I see it as a great opportunity for BoltonJOHN McGINLAY“We respected every team we played but we knew if we played to our maximum, we could get a result. We had David Lee on the right wing — he would rip teams apart with his pace and skill.“One of biggest things was looking back at the footage. Arsenal were on their knees. We were extremely fit but they were out on their feet.“Bruce Rioch was hands down the best manager I played for, there is no question about that.READ MORE SUN STORIESArsenal have a tricky start to the season“He was a great leader. He was a hard taskmaster but he was fair with you.“He was fantastic and, looking back, that win probably sealed the Arsenal job for him.” More

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      Chelsea 5-0 Barrow – Carabao Cup LIVE RESULT: Nkunku hits HAT-TRICK as Blues run rampant in Carabao Cup – latest updates

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      CHELSEA kickstarted their 2024/25 Carabao Cup campaign with a 5-0 win against League Two minnows Barrow.Blues’ striker Christopher Nkunku hit a hat-trick and an own goal and Pedro Neto’s first goal for the club rounded things off at Stamford Bridge. Kick-off time: 7:45pm BSTLive stream: NOW TVTV channel: Sky Sports+Chelsea XI: Jorgensen; Gusto, Disasi, Badiashile, Veiga; Casadei, Dewsbury-Hall; Neto, Felix, Mudryk; GuiuBarrow XI: Farman, Campbell, Spence, Garner, Newby, Stokes, Foley, Acquah, Feely, Jackson, VassellBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollow ALL the action from Stamford Bridge with our live blog below…Perfect triple ChrisChristopher Nkunku finished flawlessly for his hat-trick against barrow.And this stat proves it!The Frenchman, 26, netted from all his three goal attempts in the Carabao Cup tonight.And if he stays fit he’ll surely become a Prem regular at some stage this season. Copy linkCopiedChelsea’s striker ratingChristopher Nkunku – 9Showed his clinical edge in front of goal by grabbing a hat-trick with three well-taken strikes inside the penalty area, including an exquisite back-heeled flick into the corner.Copy linkCopiedBlues’ midfield ratingsCesare Casadei – 7Shaky at first on his maiden Chelsea touch before growing into the game in the centre of the park.Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – 7Afforded plenty of time and space on the ball for much of the game and even came close to a goal of his own.Pedro Neto – 7Link-up play with Malo Gusto was a constant threat down the right. Finished off a flowing team move for his first Chelsea goal.Joao Felix – 8Unlocked the Barrow defence with a beautiful scooped pass to set up Nkunku’s opener. Followed it up with a perfectly placed free-kick off the post to put his side 3-0 up before half-time.Mykhailo Mudryk – 7Gave Chelsea an outlet with his pace down the left, showed to perfection as he raced away before squaring for Neto to score moments into the second half.Copy linkCopiedHow Chelsea rated – the defenceFilip Jorgensen – 6Looked shaky as Barrow launched a string of early throw-ins into the box. Forced into a smart stop down to his right at the start of the second half but otherwise untroubled.Malo Gusto – 7Lack of threat from visitors allowed him freedom of the right flank and the full-back regularly posed a threat as he linked up with Neto.Axel Disasi – 6Unconvincing in possession despite little pressure but performed defensive duties throughout in solid partnership with Benoit Badiashile.Benoit Badiashile – 6Barely troubled by Barrow forward Emile Acquah. Assured in possession and showed his passing range by switching play to his wingers when available.Renato Veiga – 6Looked a class above when stepping into midfield when Chelsea were in possession but far from convincing in defence. Gave away several needless free-kicks in dangerous areas.Copy linkCopiedFelix and Nkunku pressing for Prem startJoao Felix and Christopher Nkunku could not have done much more to earn a Prem start at home to Brighton on Saturday.Felix was irresistible, floating around, while Nkunku’s hat-trick included one stunner.Blues’ striker Nicolas Jackson would appear to be the player most at threat.Christopher Nkunku notched a treble, with Joao Felix getting the first assistCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBarrow players take plaudits from fansThe difference between the two teams at the final whistle showed one major difference between the clubs.Barrow stayed out for a glorious reception from their fans.In contrast, Chelsea’s players soon walked off – job done.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowBarrow fans never stopped encouraging their side – but Christopher Nkunku’s early double killed this contest off.Keeper Paul Farman’s own goal made it 3-0 at the break.Pedro Neto and Nkunku’s simple hat-trick finish following Farman’s blunder rounded off the Blues’ victory. Copy linkCopiedRESULT: Chelsea 5-0 BarrowCopy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowChukwuemeka wasted a gaping opportunity to make it six – high and spectacularly wide.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowMudryk is looking to create more trouble down the left.And one surge gave Acheampong an opportunity to show his deft footwork. Fellow teenager George then almost put Chukwuemeka in on goal.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowBarrow’s lively sub Kouyate fizzed an ambitious 30-yarder high.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowChukwuemeka had his second half-chance for the Blues.But Barrow are roared on by their 3,000 fans when they win another corner.But Jackson’s effort was punched away before the League Two side concede a free-kick for pushing in the box.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowAfter escaping strong penalty appeals, Barrow break to win a corner – with their fans still pumped up.Guiu was then almost instantly in for Chelsea at the other end. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 5-0 BarrowThe two main Blues, Nkunku and Felix were taken off.On came Carney Chukwuemeka and Marc Guiu.And the pressure didn’t come off Barrow.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Chelsea 5-0 BarrowA Christopher Nkunku hat-trick!But Barrow keeper Farman was totally at fault.Misjudging how much time he had with the ball at his feet, he was dispossessed by Nkunku on his second touch.And the rest was inevitable.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowBarrow engineered another corner, having maintained their impressive workrate in adversity.But Chelsea easily cleared – and Mudryk burst clear to almost slip Felix in.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowTeen star George won’t get many better chances to fire his first Chelsea goal.Just 12 yards and in plenty of space, he screwed a low shot wide.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowBest Barrow opportunity?The visitors have won a free-kick just outside the left corner of the Chelsea box.Spence’s firm right-footer was punched away by Jorgensen – safety first when he might have been able to catch it.So it was a Barrow corner – with Jorgensen finally grabbing it after a moment of pinball.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowThe Blues brought on 18-year-olds Josh Acheampong and Tyrique George midway through this stroll of a second half.It comes as Mudryk turns in an improved display out wide – inspired perhaps by Felix.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowFelix has been outstanding so far – surely the best player on the pitch.And the winger will be sniffing a goal himself as the Blues dictate possession.Chilwell hit the ball off a defender to win a corner but it was cleared – only for Chelsea to soon win another one.But Felix’s delivery enabled Barrow to clear once more.Benoit Badiashile made a mess of one scoring chanceCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowFarman has now produced two top-quality saves – from Dewsbury-Hall and Casadei.And he’s likely to face more action as Chelsea are now well on top. Neto fizzed a cross over everyone, as pressure mounts.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowMudryk burst menacingly down the left, with Vassell forced to concede a corner.Casadei met it with a corner well saved by Farman – at the expense of another corner.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowBadiashile barged into Garner – giving Barrow another free-kick in a half-decent position.Spence’s near-post deadball was smartly kept out by Jorgensen.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 4-0 BarrowEx-Chelsea academy kid Neo Eccleston came on at the interval – and has already been in the thick of it in the Barrow defence.Badiashile has just mis-hit a gaping chance wide when the Blues were sniffing a fifth goal.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Chelsea 4-0 BarrowNeto bags his first goal for Chelsea – thanks to an unselfish pass from Mudryk on 48 minutes.Copy linkCopied More

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      Arsenal legend Jens Lehmann stopped by cops for ‘drink driving’ in Lederhosen after ‘necking steins’ at Oktoberfest bash

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      ARSENAL legend Jens Lehmann has been stopped for suspected drink-driving in LEDERHOSEN – after downing steins at Oktoberfest.The Gunners veteran – in goal for the famous ‘Invincibles’ team – was pictured partying at the huge Bavarian beer festival, in Munich, Germany, on Sunday.Jens Lehmann spotted at OktoberfestThe Arsenal goalkeeper in 2006Credit: PA:Press AssociationLehmann at Oktoberfest in 2014Credit: GettyLehmann, 54, was then pulled over by cops outside the beer extravaganza and was staggering and smelled of alcohol, Bild reports.Breath tests had to be abandoned because the ex-Emirates ace was “no longer able to blow” and instead was taken to a police station for further tests.His driver’s licence has been confiscated as a matter of procedure while cops continue looking into the case.Lehmann was earlier pictured in full traditional Bavarian dress with a beer, surrounded by female pals at the festival.Read more on footballFans also spotted him dancing in benches in the Schützenfest tent.A source said: “There are police officers lurking around the Oktoberfest who are supposed to prevent drink driving.”Senior public prosecutor Anne Leiding said: “Mr. Lehmann was subjected to a police check on September 23, 2024 at around 1:30 a.m. due to his unusual driving behavior in a car in the inner city area of Munich.”She added: “The police are said to have noticed a clear smell of alcohol and an unsafe manner.Most read in Football“A breath alcohol test did not produce any usable results, whereupon a blood sample was ordered and the driver’s licence was confiscated.“Our investigations are still pending. Suspicions of drunk driving continue.”Lehmann – who came third at the 2006 World Cup with Germany – has faced a string of trouble with police over recent years.In December 2023 he was fined £400,000 by the Starnberg District Court, in Bavaria, for chainsawing his neighbour’s garage roof to get a better view of Lake Starnberg.A court also previously heard he drove bumper-to-bumper behind a car under a barrier in order to avoid paying parking fees at Munich Airport.In 2009 Lehmann was dropped by then team Stuttgart for partying at Oktoberfest without permission.He is a regular at the festival and in 2012 was picture there with Sol Campbell in full traditional Bavarian dress. He was pictured at the festival with Didier Drogba in 2011.Lehmann famously became the first player to be sent off in a European Cup final after tripping Barcelona striker Samuel Eto’o, in 2006.READ MORE SUN STORIESJens Lehmann told Blild: “I can’t say anything about it at the moment.”A spokesman for Munich police declined to comment. More

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      Former Premier League star Sergio Rico set for shock transfer just 16 months after cheating death in horror horse fall

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      FORMER Premier League star Sergio Rico is set for a shock transfer 16 months after cheating death.The goalkeeper suffered a head injury in May 2023 in a horse-riding accident, which left him in an induced coma for three weeks.Sergio Rico is set to return to footballCredit: APHe escaped death after a horse-riding accident in 2023Credit: Instagram @sergioricogonzalez1Rico, 31, was reported to have been just “half a centimetre” from dying but thankfully survived.He was treated at the Virgen del Rocio Hospital in Sevilla and was supported by his family and wife Alba Silva.Despite getting the green light from doctors to return to playing, he did not feature for Paris Saint-Germain again.He left the French giants at the end of the last season and is currently a free agent.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Spaniard is believed to be set to return to the pitch with a new club.French outlet Le Parisian has claimed that he is in advanced negotiations to join Qatar side Al-Gharafa.It is suggested that he will fly to the Middle East to complete a move in the “coming hours”.After he was brought out of the coma, Rico admitted that football was a big reason why he survived.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “The truth is that I owe everything to football. It is my entire life.”A doctor told me that my arteries were more resistant than those of a normal person who didn’t play as much sport as me.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsRico spent a season on loan at Fulham earlier in his careerCredit: Getty – Contributor”I feel very lucky to be alive, because it was a very serious accident and my life was at stake.”When I awoke from my coma I asked the doctor if I would be able to play football once again.”He was very surprised, and started saying how I had suffered a serious accident.”But he said yes, I could, and I was so relieved I almost jumped out of my hospital bed.”Life is very important. Nobody wants to die, but had I been forced to retire from football, I ask myself would it have been worthwhile?”Rico last played a professional match in LaLiga during a loan spell at Real Mallorca in 2022.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe spent the 2018/19 season on loan at Fulham and featured 29 times in the Premier League.Rico managed to usurp Marcus Bettinelli from the starting line-up but could not prevent the club from being relegated.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Meet Harry Amass, 17, who is in Man Utd Europa League squad and tipped to break through like Alejandro Garnacho

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans got their first real look at Harry Amass during the club’s pre-season tour of the United States.The 17-year-old put in an all-action display in the 3-2 win against Real Betis – not only showcasing his no-nonsense defending but in getting forward to supply an assist for Amad Diallo.Harry Amass (centre, bottom row, holding pennant) started Manchester United’s friendly against Real Betis alongside the likes of Marcus RashfordCredit: GettyThe left-back caught the eye with his display against the LaLiga outfitCredit: GettyAmass has been heavily involved in first-team training this seasonCredit: GettyErik ten Hag reckons Amass could break through this season like Alejandro GarnachoCredit: GettyThe Londoner signed for United from Watford in 2023HOW DO THEY PLAY AND WHO DO THEY REMIND YOU OF? The 5ft 9in full-back is reminiscent of Luke Shaw in the way he patrols the whole left flank.Like Shaw he has a good understanding with the attacking players – not least Marcus Rashford on that left wing.And like Shaw he has a good delivery of the ball into the area as well.The player himself clearly likes the comparison as he mentioned while on tour.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAmass said: “It is a good comparison. In my opinion one of the best left-backs in the Premier League, if not the best for a long time.”So I am not going to complain about the comparison.”TELL US ABOUT THEIR RISEThe Londoner joined Watford’s academy at the age of nine and United paid them compensation last year to take the highly rated youngster to Carrington to continue his development.United boss Erik ten Hag was so impressed he brought him into first-team training last February and Amass got a place on the bench for the FA Cup game against Liverpool.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has represented England at Under-15, 16 and 18 levels, playing recently against Switzerland.WHAT ARE THE EXPERTS SAYING?Ten Hag believes Amass has similar potential to that of Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo – and reckons he could make his senior breakthrough THIS season.Boy Wonders: Is Southampton star Tyler Dibling the new Grealish?Ten Hag said: “He is not that far away now at this moment. If we train him well, if we coach him well, then in three months it’s possible that he can be on that point.“In this moment he needs to catch up and he has to develop some skills to play for Manchester United, competing for the highest positions in the league.“But with big talent it can go up very quickly and that is very interesting to see if he is capable of doing this.“We all see here a potential like where we have seen in previous years, for instance Garnacho last season.“We had it during last season with Kobbie.”We all see here a potential like where we have seen in previous years, for instance Garnacho last seasonErik ten HagWHAT DOES THE NEXT 12 MONTHS HOLD?United clearly have concerns at full-back with the ongoing injury problems to Shaw and Tyrell Malacia, which is why they bought Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. But Amass will provide further back-up.He showed in pre-season that he is not far away and the player himself believes he can break into the first team. Amass said: “My intention is to play first-team football at this club.READ MORE SUN STORIESBOY WONDERSREAD about some of our other Boy Wonders“I think if the opportunity comes, I’ve got to take it with both hands, it could change my career. I am just waiting for that moment, I am ready.”He is in the Europa League squad – he had to be named in it due to being at United for less than two years – and that might provide him with his chance if the Red Devils qualify before the end of the group stage. More

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      Who is Arsenal’s prospect goalkeeper Jack Porter?

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      ARSENAL have a history of youth team players making it to the big leagues – and they’ll be hoping goalkeeper Jack Porter is next in line.David Raya has been a complete revelation between the sticks since making the switch from Brentford.Jack Porter is a top Arsenal academy graduateCredit: GettyThe Spaniard lifted the Golden Glove last season – becoming the first Arsenal keeper since Petr Cech to do so during the 2015/16 campaign.However, with Raya set to be rested for the Gunners’ Carabao Cup clash against Bolton, Neto being cup-tied and Tommy Setford injured, Mikel Arteta may have to rely on recent scholar Jack Porter.And here is everything we know about the young prospect.Who is Jack Porter?Born on July 15, 2008, Jack Porter is a talented goalkeeper who signed his official scholarship in 2024 after making four appearances for Arsenal’s U18s during the 2022/24 season.Read more on ArsenalPorter debuted against Fulham, keeping a clean sheet in a 9-0 thrashing.The talented youngster has since gone on to represent the England youth team internationallyJack was involved with the Arsenal U21 squad this summer for their pre-season training camp in Slovakia.But his name began to ring bells when he trained with the first team ahead of Arsenal’s opening Champions League clash against Atalanta.Most read in FootballWhat has been said?Youth team expert Jeorge Bird once claimed that Jack Porter is one of the best prospects the Arsenal academy had seen.And training alongside experienced goalkeepers such as David Raya and Neto would have done a lot for his confidence.Bird posted on X: “Haven’t seen a 16-year-old goalkeeper as highly rated by the club as Porter for a long time.”Maybe Arthur Okonkwo, but even he wasn’t involved with the first team this often at that age.”What Arsenal prospects have made it to the first team?There have been several prospects who have come through the Hale End Academy.Bukayo Saka has become arguably Arsenal’s most important playerCredit: GettyHere are some of the players who have burst into the first teams of clubs after starting out at Hale End.David O’LearyDavid RocastleTony AdamsRay ParlourMichael ThomasPaul MersonLiam BradyAndy ColeDavid BentleyNicolas AnelkaAshley ColeCesc FabregasJack WilshereKieran GibbsHector BellerinSerge GnabryJoe WillockWojciech SzczesnyAlex IwobiEddie NketiahReiss NelsonEmile Smith RowBukayo Saka More