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      Man Utd fans boast they’re ‘1-0 up already’ as footage re-emerges of last time Ruben Amorim met Nottingham Forest boss

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have claimed they already have an advantage over Nottingham Forest due to the shock history between managers Ruben Amorim and Nuno Espirito Santo.The Red Devils will aim to bounce back from Wednesday’s 2-0 defeat to Arsenal when they host Forest at Old Trafford on Saturday evening.Man Utd fans have claimed they already have an advantage over Nottingham Forest thanks to Ruben AmorimCredit: ReutersAmorim scored a long-range strike against Nuno Espirito Santo in 2010The Nottingham Forest box experienced a howler in goalAnd some fans are convinced they already have a big advantage.United head coach Amorim and Forest boss Espirito Santo last went head-to-head back in 2010 – when they were both players.Amorim scored against his rival in the 2010 Taca de Liga Final as Benfica cruised to a 3-0 win against Porto.His low-driven strike looked as though it would be saved by goalkeeper Espirito Santo in the ninth minute, but the Porto man instead tipped it into his own net.Read More on Man UtdA clip of the goal re-emerged on social media ahead of Saturday’s match – and United fans were quick to poke fun at Nottingham Forest for it.One person wrote: “1-0 up and the game hasn’t even started!”Ruben Amorim scored the first in Benfica’s 3-0 win over Porto in the 2010 Taça de Liga Final, with none other than Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo having a howler in goal!”Another claimed: “The mind games have started 😂.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhile a third simply commented: “My gaffer.”Amorim admitted he is still having to “manage expectations” after suffering his first defeat with United this week.Ruben Amorim pays touching tribute to Man Utd receptionist Kath Phipps after first meeting seven years ago He said: “We have to manage expectations. So, after a bad result, be calm and continue doing the job that we are doing.”It’s hard, because it’s very competitive, this league, and it changes all the time with just one result. Sometimes with progress, you’re doing so much and then you cab get this kind of result.”We have to pass this phase, because before this Arsenal game, you were asking about the top four and now we return to this position [13th in the Premier League].”If you see nowadays, in one week you have three games, that can change the image and the perception of the team – and in the table.”One week can change a lot and we need to have consistency in the job. The result you don’t control, but you need to win three matches to see a big gap in the table.”Man Utd ratings vs ArsenalRUBEN AMORIM lost his first game since taking charge of Man Utd after a 2-0 loss to Arsenal at the Emirates.See how the players rated…ANDRE ONANA – 5He was let off early in the game after a stray pass saw Gabriel Martinelli put the ball in the net before the linesman raised his flag.Failed to command his area as 5″10 Jurrien Timber leapt highest to rattle the back of his net, before the ball floated to the back post for Arsenal to score their second set piece.DIOGO DALOT – 6Flashed a shot just wide at the end of the first half when he did eventually get forward.Not bad defensively but more dangerous going forwards.MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 6Formed a good partnership with Maguire in the first half, and fans will be hoping he is okay after suffering a slight knock.Needed to be a more commanding figure in the box to stop being dominated by The Gunners at set pieces.HARRY MAGUIRE – 7Was actually very impressive in the first half, with a solid showing.Not at fault for Timber’s header hitting the back of the net, before he was replaced by Leny Yoro.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI – 6Playing as a left-sided centre-back he looked fairly comfortable, which is a credit to the Moroccan’s versatility.That said, he still looked better off in the role that Malacia, then Dalot occupied tonight as a left-wingback.TYRELL MALACIA – 3Noticeably looked extremely physically weak up against Bukayo Saka on the left-hand side, before being booked for a kick out at Kai Havertz.Offered nothing going forward and his link-up with Garnacho was practically non-existent. Hooked at half-time for the far more threatening Amad.MANUEL UGARTE – 5Another one who was booked in the first half, he failed to establish any kind of presence in the game and on the ball, looked pretty woeful.Cleared a Joshua Zirkzee header off of his own line to stop Arsenal from doubling their lead early in the second half.BRUNO FERNANDES – 4This game was crying out for Bruno Fernandes to stamp his authority on it, and it seemed he just couldn’t quite get his foot on the ball to do so.Played a deeper role today, next to Ugarte, which meant we didn’t see any of his attacking spark.MASON MOUNT – 3Mason Mount at right wing was an experiment tried and failed at Chelsea, which Amorim tried again tonight.He was often lost in the half-space, meaning he was essentially useless going forwards. Hooked in the second half after a fairly abysmal showing.ALEJANDRO GARNACHO – 5A very quiet first half, only brightened by one half-decent cross, was met by a second half where he was quickly subbed for Marcus Rashford.Quiet.RASMUS HOJLUND – 6Battled well with the physical presence of William Saliba early on, but his side failed to create him any kind of chances.Cut a frustrated figure for most of the match, and rightly so. There will be no point signing Gyokeres if they can’t create anything for him to score.SUBSAMAD (TYRELL MALACIA, HT) – 5Was more direct and definitely an improvement on Malacia, albeit on the opposite flank.However, still wasn’t able to be the difference which Ruben Amorim would’ve been looking for in this one.MARCUS RASHFORD (MASON MOUNT, 72) – 5Having been electric on the whole under Amorim, he wasn’t able to provide any kind of spark against an opponent which has been one of his favourites in recent years.JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (ALEJANDRO GARNACHO, 72) – 4After an impressive display last time out, he failed to offer anything to his side going forward today.The closest he came to scoring was a dangerous header which almost saw him get an own goal on the scoresheet.LENY YORO (HARRY MAGUIRE, 72) – 6Looks like a pretty good defender on the whole, a tough game for a young centre-back, but he didn’t look out of place whatsoever.ANTONY (RASMUS HOJLUND, 79) – 5Played his part in a clever free-kick routine at the end of the game, before fluffing his lines and finding the gloves of David Raya. 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      Postecoglou’s Tottenham were clapped off the pitch after 4-1 loss to Chelsea – if it happens again he’ll be in crisis

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      REWIND the clock just over a year and Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs were being applauded off the pitch by supporters, despite losing 4-1 at home to Chelsea.This Sunday, Tottenham host the Blues again and if it goes badly for the North Londoners, you fear for the Aussie boss and the reception he might get from the terraces.Ange Postecoglou must be as frustrated as any Tottenham fanCredit: GettySon Heung-min and Co were outplayed in losing 1-0 at BournemouthCredit: ReutersIt has been a marked turnaround in 13 months.From fans serenading Postecoglou with their twist on Robbie Williams’ classic ‘Angels’ of “I’m loving Big Ange instead”.To many of them falling out of love with the 59-year-old due to the wild inconsistency of his approach and some even wanting him gone.The fact that Spurs pulled off one of their greatest Premier League results ever with the 4-0 win at Manchester City just 13 days ago but now we are in this situation is remarkable.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut in a way that landmark victory at the Etihad only heightened the frustration felt by fans because it showed just what this team is capable of… yet are regularly failing to reproduce against so-called smaller teams like Crystal Palace, Ipswich and last night, Bournemouth.Andoni Iraola’s Cherries completely outclassed Spurs and were it not for some horrendously wasteful finishing from their forwards, it would have been 3-0 or 4-0 rather than 1-0.So what has sparked this reversal in fortunes for Postecoglou’s Spurs?There is an argument to say it all began with that Chelsea game in November last year.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSpurs had made an electric start to his tenure, going unbeaten in their first ten league games and flying high at the top of the league.Things were going so well that Postecoglou had won a hat-trick of manager-of-the-month awards for the first three months of the campaign.Ange Postecoglou ‘determined to get it right’ after Tottenham lose at Bournemouth But then disaster struck against the Blues.Spurs went down to nine men due after Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie were sent off, but more significantly they lost James Maddison and Micky van de Ven to long-term injuries.Amazingly, Postecoglou persevered with a high line and an attacking approach which led to Son Heung-min coming very close to a 90th-minute leveller for 2-2.He missed, and after that Nicolas Jackson went on to complete a hat-trick.The scenes afterwards were unforgettable though as fans belted out songs of praise for their brave team and their fearless manager for continuing to take the fight to the opposition despite their two-man disadvantage.But since then, that passion has dwindled due to how enormously patchy Postecoglou’s side have been.Their league record since Chelsea has read 17 wins, six draws and 18 defeats.The collapse towards the end of last season cost them a Champions League spot.While this term the dismal nature of displays at Selhurst Park, the second half at Brighton and the Vitality on Thursday night has irked supporters no end.Swedish attacker Dejan Kulusevski played the whole game at the Vitality Stadium but couldn’t inspire an equaliser from misfiring TottenhamCredit: RexSon shows his anguish after the sub had a goal ruled out at BournemouthCredit: GettyAt Bournemouth, Postecoglou even exchanged words with angry supporters seemingly calling him names and shouting expletives from the stands at full-time.Just over 12 hours on at Friday morning’s press conference back in Enfield, Postecoglou said he had no issue with the fans’ venting their fury.That what matters is that they are behind the team – not him.He said: “They’re not behind me, they’re behind the club. I’ve got no interest in who’s behind me.“You got to figure the ones who travel to Bournemouth are pretty hardcore supporters.“They weren’t happy with what they saw, they felt like they needed to give me some feedback, I took the feedback on board and we move on.”Injuries have been killing Postecoglou’s side over the last year.Maddison and Van de Ven getting crocked in the 4-1 against Chelsea last term derailed their progress completely.While right now he is without his first-choice centre-back pairing of Romero and Van de Ven, his No1 goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and is light up top with Richarlison and Wilson Odobert out injured. Ben Davies also injured his hamstring against Bournemouth.Barring the £65million purchase of Dominic Solanke – the most a Premier League club spent on a player this summer – Spurs opted for youth in the last window.The decisions we made around signing young players are the right decisions for where we are at right now and will bear fruitAnge PostecoglouArchie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, both 18, 19-year-old Odobert and Yang Min-Hyeok, also 18 and who will join next month, were all brought in.While experienced pros like Pierre Emile-Hojbjerg and Giovani Lo Celso were let go.The injury to Odobert in particular has hit hard because Spurs looked in desperate need for more strength in the attacking areas.But the teenage kicks approach has left some fans thinking the club were too focused on building for the future, rather than the here and now.Yet Postecoglou defended the transfer policy today, commenting: “It is still the right decision and I own them [transfers] because I believe they are the right decisions for this club.“I have said numerous times, I make these decisions with the kind of background that I’m going to be here for a while to see this through.“To be honest, if I was worried about my own existence I would have fought tooth and nail to block Harry Kane leaving but it wasn’t the right decision for the club because he was in the last year of his contract. That is not what drives me.“The decisions we made around signing young players are the right decisions for this club for where we are at right now and they will bear fruit.”That may be the case further down the line, but whether Postecoglou will still be at the club in time to see it seems in jeopardy right now.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis Spurs are capable of beating the best, as they have proven in the past, so seeing off Enzo Maresca’s in-form Chelsea is doable.Lose, though, and the ex-Celtic boss could have a crisis on his hands – with a hostile trip Rangers in Glasgow coming just days after. More

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      Martin Odegaard becomes a dad as wife Helene gives birth to baby boy after Arsenal’s win over West Ham

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      MARTIN ODEGAARD has welcomed a baby boy with wife Helene Spilling.The Arsenal midfielder announced in August he was expecting his first child with the professional ballroom dancer.Odegaard’s wife Helene shared this touching imageCredit: https://www.instagram.com/helenespilling/It’s thought the couple secretly wed last monthCredit: https://www.instagram.com/helenespilling/The pair shared a pregnancy pic in the summerCredit: Instagram @odegaard.98And Helene shared a picture of the couple holding the tot’s’s hand on social media.The 28-year-old added the words: “We love you so much, our little baby boy.” It’s understood the birth was last Sunday, following Arsenal’s 5-2 win over West Ham.A source said: “Martin and Helene have welcomed a baby boy.READ MORE ON ARSENAL“They are both absolutely delighted and Martin could not be prouder.” Odegaard, 25, and Helene, 27, only went public with their relationship in the summer of 2023.She was seen on the pitch hugging Odegaard following the end of the 2022-23 season.Last month the pair were reported to have secretly wed.Most read in FootballGunners’ skipper Odegaard is on a high on and off the fieldCredit: GettyAccording to Norwegian outlet Verdens Gang, the Arsenal star has changed his status to married in the national register.Helene also updated her name to include Odegaard’s surname.Inside Leandro Trossard’s 30th birthday bash after Man Utd win as Arsenal star parties with huge cutouts of his faceShe previously starred on Skal vi Danse, Norway’s version of Strictly Come Dancing.She won the competition in 2021 and as a professional ballroom dancer has won 17 gold medals in the Norwegian national championships.Odegaard was in the squad for the Gunners’ 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Emirates on Wednesday night.Arsenal are now seven points from the top of the table, with Liverpool dropping points following their 3-3 draw against Newcastle.Odegaard is expected to start for Arsenal when they take on Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday at 2pm.He was out of action for two months with an ankle injury but is now back on form.Odegaard said: “I feel good, I think every game it’s getting better.“Being out for eight or nine weeks, it takes a little bit of time to get that rhythm back and to get full match fitness, but I felt pretty good. I think I’ve done a good job being out and working hard, so I feel good now.“It was the longest I’ve been out. I can’t remember anything else that I’ve had that’s been so long, so it was something new to me.“I’m not used to watching the games from the stand and not training with the team, so it was hard but the only thing you can do is work hard every day to make sure you come back as soon as possible stronger and better.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It was a chance to work on some other things, be a bit more in the gym and work on other parts of the body.“Also to watch the team from the stands is a bit different but I think you can learn a lot from that and that’s what I did.” More

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      Shocking moment furious Pep Guardiola has to be held back from fan as he tries to confront him in street

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      THIS is the shocking moment Pep Guardiola had to be held back from angrily confronting a fan.Footage has emerged of the under-pressure Manchester City manager being berated while walking through the street.Pep Guardiola was filmed confronting a fan in the streetCredit: GettyAnd the clip shows the 53-year-old SNAPPING after appearing to snub the man.Guardiola is seen walking along a street in Manchester city centre wearing a dark grey suit and black tie.He was accompanied by what appeared to be his son Marius and another man.The cameraman shouted at the former Barcelona gaffer: “F***ing hell mate, just because you lost.”READ MORE ON GUARDIOLAAn incensed Guardiola immediately turned around to confront the person but was restrained by his security guard.But the irate Catalan tried to make another beeline for the cameraman, saying as he was held back: “Do you know what is lost?”Do you want I sign? I’m gonna sign it?”The cameraman replied “No it’s fine” before Guardiola tried to confront him for the third time.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGuardiola was eventually calmed down and walked away from the scene.The footage appears to have been shot in Chapel Street in Salford and fans have speculated it was filmed in the aftermath of last season’s FA Cup final defeat to Manchester United.Five Man City disasters that led to Pep Guardiola scratching his OWN face before ‘self-harm’ apologyPep Guardiola’s troops were a whopping 11 points behind Liverpool following their 2-0 defeat at AnfieldCredit: REXPep pictured at the 2024 FA Cup final, after which its believed the footage was filmedCredit: GettyIn the footage, Guardiola appears to be wearing the same suit he wore when Man City lost 2-1 to Manchester United.City have denied claims the row happened after this month’s 2-0 defeat at Liverpool.Defeat at Anfield left the defending Premier League champions a whopping ELEVEN points behind the Merseysiders.But they reduced the gap between themselves and Arne Slot’s side on Wednesday with a 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest at the Etihad.The victory ended a seven-match winless run for City and relieved some of the pressure on Guardiola’s shoulders.He said: “We needed it. The club, the players, everyone needed to win.“But it is just one game and in three days we are at Selhurst Park, where it has always been difficult.“We played good. We still conceded some transitions and missed some easy things and lost some passes that you have to avoid.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But in general, the most important thing was to break this routine of not winning games and we won it.”City will be back in action on Saturday afternoon, travelling to south London to take on Crystal Palace.But they reduced the gap to nine points on Wednesday night thanks to a 3-0 win over Nottingham ForestCredit: PA More

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      Championship fixtures POSTPONED by weather chaos including Wayne Rooney’s Plymouth with 90mph Storm Darragh set to hit

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      TWO Championship fixtures have been postponed as Storm Darragh is set to batter Wales and the South West with winds up to 90mph. Wayne Rooney’s struggling Plymouth will not face Oxford United tomorrow while Cardiff vs Watford has also been called off. Under-fire Wayne Rooney has seen his Plymouth side’s Championship game get postoponedCredit: RexThe Football Association of Wales (FAW) had earlier announced that ALL matches scheduled in Wales would be postponed with flooding and travel chaos expected. Cardiff have now confirmed they will not face the Hornets “in the interest of supporter safety” after receiving advice from the Met Office.Plymouth’s home clash had already been axed earlier in the day, with under-fire Rooney handed a reprieve following a dismal run.The Man Utd legend was reported to have two games left to save himself from the sack, although this was refuted by the Pilgrims’ chairman.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt came after a week in which his side got thrashed 6-1 by Norwich and then 4-0 by Bristol City, leaving them just outside the relegation zone. Storm Darragh is sweeping across the Atlantic with the Met Office issuing a rare red ‘danger to life’ warning across parts of Wales, Bristol and north Somerset. The FAW said in a statement: “The Met Office has issued red, amber, and yellow weather warnings for the vast majority of Wales due to Storm Darragh, which is expected to bring damaging winds and heavy rain, causing significant disruption and danger to life.”It is not safe to drive in such weather, including travelling to and from football matches. Being outside in high winds increases the risk of injury and The Met Office advises people to stay indoors if possible.Most read in Football”Clubs have been advised to check for and secure any loose items around their grounds if it can be done safely. This includes bins, furniture, goalposts, and fences etc.”Potential postponements of fixtures on Friday 6 December and Sunday 8 December will be considered on a case-by-case basis, in line with each individual league’s policy.”Other games in the area that could be hit by the weather include Bristol Rovers vs Bolton in League One, and Yeovil Town’s FA Trophy clash with Weymouth. Meanwhile Haverfordwest County announced their Welsh Premier League clash with Briton Ferry tonight was also postponed. Red warnings are extremely rare, with today’s announcement just the 19th such warning since records begin in 2011. The alert, issued on the Met Office website, warns of danger to life due to flying debris and falling trees. Damage to buildings and homes, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down, are also expected – with power cuts potentially affecting other services including mobile coverage. Brits are urged to avoid travelling and stay indoors if possible. There is a 39-hour yellow wind warning for the whole of England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and much of Scotland, until 6am on Sunday. Cardiff City also announced their fixture has been postponedCredit: Alamy More

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      Annie Kilner puts wedding ring back ON despite filing for divorce from Kyle Walker

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      WAG Annie Kilner has been spotted still wearing her wedding ring, despite her impending divorce.Annie, who has four children with Kyle Walker, has been seen attending a red carpet event whilst still wearing her wedding ring.Annie Kilner was spotted wearing her wedding ringCredit: SplashAnnie was seen with a ring onCredit: BackGridShe shares four children with KyleCredit: SplashAppearing at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, Annie posed up a storm with a gal pal as they attended a glitzy ladies lunch together.Dressed in a burgundy dress, one accessory Annie was unlikely to be wearing was her wedding ring but she’s kept it firmly on her ring finger despite being in the midst of a divorce to Kyle.The couple have been wed for three years and were childhood sweethearts who met in Sheffield as teenagers.Yet the couple only got married in November 2021 during an intimate ceremony at Mottram Hall in Cheshire.More on Annie KilnerTheir wedding came as a surprise after Kyle was involved in various sex scandals, including with Ex on the Beach TV reality star Laura Brown and then later Celebs Go Dating star Lauryn Goodman.He fathered two children with Goodman, Annie filed for divorce from footballer Kyle in October, seeking an end to their three year marriage.Divorce papers were served to Kyle, leaving the footballer ‘stunned’.Most read in FootballA source said: “Kyle was stunned when he got the papers.”He’s spoken to Annie about them and they are discussing the next steps.Lauryn Goodman reported Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner to the cops after disturbing WhatsApp messages”This doesn’t necessarily mean they will divorce.”This is as much Annie flexing her muscles as it is anything else.”She wants Kyle to know she’s not messing about. But if this is a bluff, it may well back-fire.”The couple separated at Christmas after Kyle was exposed for fathering a second child with Instagram influencer and mistress Lauryn Goodman.This is believed to be it for Annie with previously said in an exclusive interview with us: “What he has done to me and our children is obscene.”I can’t begin to put it into words.”In late March last year he was unfaithful with a reality TV star.”I found out a month later and was broken by it.”He begged me to take him back but by July he was at it again.”Not even three months later and someone was pregnant. My youngest was one. Who does that?READ MORE SUN STORIES”I don’t think I’ll ever be the same again because of what he’s done.”I’ve tried to hate him but how can I hate the man my kids love so much?”Kyle Walker was said to be left ‘stunned’ by the divorce papersCredit: GettyAnnie Kilner and Kyle Walker wed in November 2021 despite his various sex scandalsCredit: GettyKyle and Annie’s relationship historyEarly years – Kyle and Annie first meet in Sheffield when she was 15 and he was 17Euro 2016 – Walker caught messaging Playboy model Carla HoweApril 2019 – Annie dumps Kyle after his alleged romps with reality TV star Laura BrownApril 2020 – Kyle allegedly hosts sex party with two escorts during covid-19 lockdownFebruary 2020 – Lauryn Goodman gives birth to Kairo, her son with WalkerNovember 2021 – Walker and Kilner marry in secretMarch 2023 – Lauryn announces her second pregnancySpring 2023 – Kyle allegedly flashes and kisses another woman in a Vodka Revolution bar in CheshireAugust 2023 – Lauryn gives birth to a daughterJanuary 2024 – Annie announces split from Kyle after two years of marriage. It emerges Kyle is the dad of Lauryn’s second child. Kyle begs for forgiveness in exclusive Sun interview. Lauryn brands him a ‘pathological narcissist’October 2024 – Annie files for divorce More

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      Ruben Amorim pays touching tribute to Man Utd receptionist Kath Phipps after first meeting seven years ago

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      RUBEN AMORIM has added his own tribute to long-term employee Kath Phipps who passed away this week.Messages flooded in from Manchester United greats following the news of Kath’s death on Thursday at the age of 85 after 56 years working for the club in a variety of roles.Ruben Amorim has paid tribute to former Manchester United receptionist Kath PhippsKath worked for United for 55 years and joined when Sir Matt Busby was managerNew United boss Amorim had met the former receptionist when he came to Carrington seven years ago on a coaching internship under Jose Mourinho.Amorim said: “Yeah, you feel it today, it’s a sad day.“Everybody talks about lady Kathy. I met her seven years ago during the internship, she was the lady behind the reception.“And you feel it, the love. The way Darren Fletcher speaks about her.READ MORE ON MAN UTD“She was a really important person here that represents everything about this club, friendly, professional, taking care of everybody, it’s a sad day.”David Beckham added his own heartfelt message late last night for the lady who looked after him after he arrived as a 15-year-old lad from London.Beckham posted a message on Instagram saying: “The first and last face I would always see was Kath sat at reception at Old Trafford waiting to give me my tickets for the game, she was the heartbeat of Manchester United, everyone knew who Kath was and everyone adored her.”I moved up to Manchester at 15 and Kath made a promise to my mum and dad ‘I’ll look after your boy for you don’t you worry.’ Most read in Football”And from that first day till the last day I spent with her that’s exactly what she did ❤.”Old Trafford will never be the same without your smile as we walk through those doors. We love you ❤.”Man Utd receptionist Kath Phipps kisses David Beckham at premiere of ’99’ documentary United’s club statement partially read: “Kath was a one-woman institution, whose memory will be cherished by everyone at the club who had the privilege of knowing her. “She said last year: “I can’t imagine doing anything else.” Well, we can’t imagine the place without her.”Rest in peace, Kath.”The Red Devils paid tribute to Kath in 2023 with a feature about her life and career, in which they described her as the “heartbeat of United”.Kath’s first role at the club was as a telephone switchboard operator, in 1968 when Sir Matt Busby was in charge.She featured throughout last year’s Netflix documentary on Beckham.In it she discusses his rise to fame – and all the letters he received from adoring supporters.Asked if she remembered when Becks got his first fanmail, Kathy revealed: “I can’t honestly remember. It just built up and built up. All these young ladies writing to him.”Asked what they said, as Beckham revealed he was sent underwear, she added, with a slight smile: “It’s not nice is it, sending underwear to a boy. I put them to one side and didn’t reply.”When she was then asked “did it get to his head”, she firmly replied: “No.”Kath also spoke about how it felt when the nation turned on Beckham after he was sent off in England’s last-16 defeat to Argentina at the 1998 World Cup.Kath said: “I didn’t like it at all but I had no say in the matter. I’d loved to have said something but you just can’t. You just keep your (mouth shut) like I’ve always done.”The treasured employee later opened up about watching the historic 1999 2-1 Champions League final victory against Bayern Munich from home.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe said on watching the stunning climax to the Treble-winning season, when United equalised in the dying seconds with a goal following a Beckham corner: “I said to my husband at the time, before he passed away, ‘Oh dear, I’m going to make a cup of coffee’.”They scored, and he said, ‘They’re going to do extra time’. Then I said, ‘Oh, I’m going then’. I went out again.”David Beckham has paid tribute to Phipps on Instagram More

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      Top five Christmas gifts for a football fan from an immersive experience to much-loved novelty fashion

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      CHRISTMAS is just around the corner and for football fans who have and know it all – it is hard to find something they will love.But we’ve done the hard work for you and compiled a list of five sublime gifts that will leave your footie fanatic feeling like they have taken home all three points.Classic Football Shirts have shops in Manchester and LondonCredit: AlamyA fun footie experience could be something newWhether you’re looking for a memorable experience, a budget treat for your Sunday league strike partner, or need ideas for the work Secret Santa – we have got you covered. 5. FC25: £26.99 + Clothing rangeIf you’re buying for a die-hard supporter and they somehow haven’t got EAFC25, your mind should be made up already.The ultimate football game, available on whatever console you choose – it’s a no brainer to let them jump on Ultimate Team Rush and play the winter nights away with their mates. Buy it from just £26.99 here. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFC25 is guaranteed fun for any football fanCredit: Getty“But they’ve already got FC25, in fact, they never get off of it” Well, you can buy your gaming addict some clothing to match their hobby, such as these stunning numbers released by EA themselves, available until the 8th December.EA Sports’ FC 25 apparel collection has some hidden gems for gamers 4. ClubLegacyz Limited Edition Football Cards, £20Fans all over the world grew up collecting football cards as a kid. Whether they were Shoot Out specials, shiny Match Attax or magical Merlin stickers – there was something special about that feeling of pulling your favourite star. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSo why not give a bit of nostalgia with a twist this Christmas?This is where ClubLegacyz comes in… forget flimsy cards with creased edges.Spending a fortune just to get some washed up players from a team you do not support is now a thing of the past too.Instead choose a premium quality card of your favourite player – limited to a small number of people in the world.Or even get a metal poster of the star of their choice to decorate any space.Club Legacyz cards have a brilliantly premium feelMetal posters offer a premium feel to decorate any roomA gift guaranteed to bring a smile to any fans’ face – shop the ultimate football cards here. 3. Football themed Christmas jumpers, £25-£45.A present perfect for the fans of any team, this will serve them perfectly for lounging around, going to Christmas parties and games over the festive season.The ultimate football Christmas jumpers can be found at Classic Football Shirts – where you can find a sublime variety of football knits.Some even feature a legendary player on the back. From Didier Drogba to Lionel Messi, CFS has it all.Their Arsenal number is invincible themedThis belter from the Man Utd treble season has a Christmas twistIf £40 is stretching your budget a bit far, we’ve got a budget option for you too…While you make a slight compromise on quality, you can make an exceptional gift from this choice of witty sweaters from GiftDelivery.Our personal favourite is this Cold Palmer “Baby it’s Cold Outside” number, but they also feature the perfect gift for fans of Bukayo Saka, Mo Salah, and of course Cristiano Ronaldo. We love this brilliant Cole Palmer jumper2. Classic Football Shirt: Price variesFrom a football fan, here’s a tip, treat them to a shirt from Classic Football Shirts this Christmas.A virtual football shirt heaven, CFS offers something for everyone – whether it’s a retro kit with a legend on the back from their favourite team.A shirt they missed out on a few seasons back at a much cheaper price than a modern strip.Or an entirely random European number, which quite frankly just looks cool as a fashion piece as well as a piece of history.Classic Football Shirts are in style, just ask Snoop DoggCredit: PA:Press AssociationDua Lipa loves a classic tooCFS has truly got it all, and if you don’t know which one they’d like the most – just treat them to a gift card.They have stores in Manchester and London – they will be almost guaranteed to find something they want.1. Trip to Toca Social: £12.50 Per PersonSo you’re after an experience, but match tickets are seemingly impossible to get a hold of and they have already done the stadium tour. Well here it is, your final destination.READ MORE SUN STORIESTOCA Social is the world’s first interactive football and dining experience, offering heaps of fun for all. You can choose from a range of mini-games, enjoy some brilliant music, and have some great food in either Birmingham or London. Try your hand at interactive football challenges against your matesHarry Kane is a big TOCA Social supporterCredit: PA More