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    ‘What’s that?’ – Chabuddy G actor left stunned by what’s in Fulham’s trophy cabinet during Craven Cottage tour

    ACTOR Charlie Cooper showed Newcastle-supporting pal Asim Chaudhry around his beloved Craven Cottage ahead of Fulham’s meeting with the Toon this weekend.This Country star Cooper, 35, gave Chabuddy G actor Chaudhry a behind-the-scenes tour which even included a glimpse at the Cottagers’ trophy cabinet.Fulham fan Charlie Cooper gave Newcastle-supporting pal Asim Chaudhry a tour of Craven CottageCredit: YouTubeThe pair were left stunned by Fulham’s trophy cabinetCredit: YouTubeWhile Fulham have earned plenty of promotions down the years, major silverware has largely eluded them.They finished as FA Cup runners-up in 1975, while they agonisingly lost the 2010 Europa League final to Atletico Madrid following an incredible run under Roy Hodgson.Taking pride of place in their cabinet is the Intertoto Cup, which they earned under Jean Tigana 22 years ago.While Cooper and Chaudhry both got to hold and kiss the actual Intertoto Cup trophy, the latter’s eyes had been drawn by two more unusual cups.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLooking confused, he asked: “What’s that?”It was pointed out by their guide that Chaudhry was looking at The Algarve Trophy, to which Cooper cheekily responded: “Of course! How could I forget? I shed a tear when we won that.”Fulham earned the pre-season trophy last month, beating Benfica 1-0 courtesy of an Alex Iwobi goal.It wasn’t their first triumph in the Algarve Cup, having also beaten Nice to win it in 2022.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIronically, Chaudhry’s beloved Newcastle have also won the pre-season competition, having beaten Braga 2-1 to take it in 2012.Chaudhry then put on an American accent as he pointed out the Dr Pepper Dallas Cup.Fans to finally get first look at Premier League club’s new VIP experience – with rooftop bar and SWIMMING POOLCooper joked: “You know you haven’t won many trophies when you have to get the Dallas Cup to fill it out.”His pal quipped that the “massive” trophy probably had Fulham chiefs fuming at “travel charges” on the way home due to its heft.The Dallas Cup is actually a prestigious youth team tournament featuring teams from all over the world.Fulham were one of four European teams to enter in 2013, alongside Manchester United, Eintracht Frankfurt and Danish side AaB Fodbold.In group play the West Londoners defeated Brazilians Coritiba and Americans LA Galaxy, before thrashing Frankfurt 5-0.They then beat Brazilians Fluminense 2-1 in the semis before overcoming Japanese outfit Kashiwa Reysol 5-1 in the final.Fulham’s Dallas Cup-winning Under-19 side featured several players who would go on to play for their first team – including Cauley Woodrow, Marek Rodak and Emerson Hyndman.Fulham proudly displayed their 2013 Dallas CupCredit: YouTube More

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    Man City vs Arsenal free betting tips: Back our 28/1 Bet Builder and claim £50 in free bets with Betfred

    ARSENAL make the trip to face title rivals Manchester City in a huge Premier League game on Sunday.Our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the game, which Betfred have priced up at a terrific 28/1.There’s more! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Man City vs ArsenalOur Bet Builder selections: Back our 28/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections:Man City to win: Arsenal’s record at the Etihad is poor and that is likely to continue. Won’t be many occasions where you get City at home around the 4/5 mark. Home advantage can count and started strongly.Over 8.5 corners: Last season saw nine and then 11 corners in the two games, despite any sort of decent action in front of goal with just one goal scored. Wingers from both sides can carry the can for this selection.Ilkay Gundogan to score: Not had his big moment yet since making a return and was left on the bench in midweek, though Kevin de Bruyne’s potential absence could see him back in here. His timely runs could be all the difference and stepped up so many times in first spell when City needed him.Gabriel to be carded: Will likely end up in tussle with Erling Haaland who has started on fire. This pick was a toss up between either centre back for this one but Saliba the better of the pair while Gabriel always seems to go searching for physical encounter.Back our 28/1 Bet BuilderRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply. More

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    Man City vs Arsenal prediction: Free betting tips, odds and preview as title rivals meet in blockbuster clash

    MANCHESTER CITY host Arsenal in a blockbuster Premier League showdown as the title rivals battle it out for early supremacy.It’s a huge game so early in the campaign, so SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest – and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses for the Super Sunday encounter.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesMan City vs Arsenal previewAttentions turn back to the Premier League after the reboot of the Champions League in midweek.In truth, it’s likely these two managers had more than eye on this one despite those Euro outings.What’s also true is neither will have been too happy – nor too concerned – with the performances as City and Arsenal fell to 0-0 draws with Inter and Atalanta, respectively.City were dominant in their clash and the main concern will be the first half knock for Kevin de Bruyne which puts his contribution here in some doubt.They’ve started the season perfectly though; scoring 11 goals and claiming maximum points in all four games – the only side in the division to do so.So they go into the game as favourites and rightly so.That’ll be in part due to Arsenal’s record at the Etihad being pretty rotten, having not won at the ground since Santi Cazorla and Olivier Giroud goals in 2015.Their lack of top class goal scorer is an issue. But they’re also struggling to create anything, highlighted by the injury to Martin Odegaard.They sat off Spurs for most of the game last week and controversially scored from a set-piece, before a flat attacking performance in Italy in midweek.As they did when last here in March, they look likely to sit in and concede the ball to City for the majority of this one.Man City vs Arsenal latest oddsManchester City at 4/5 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.William Hill new customer offerWilliam Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Man City vs Arsenal betting tips and predictionsHaal of fameErling Haaland’s nine Premier League goals are more than any TEAM have in the top flight.That’s how good his start to the season has been and he can continue that here.Frustrated in midweek by the close attention paid by clever Inter defenders which prevented him adding to that tally but can resume scoring ways here.Erling Haaland to score 2+ goals at 5/1 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREYellow warningAnd if he does get the better of the two Arsenal centre backs – who were troubled by Dominic Solanke last week – then this has a decent chance too.Gabriel enjoys that physical match-up and not many in world football will provide a greater test than Haaland. 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    Manchester City vs Arsenal: Get £30 in free bets to spend on the Premier League with talkSPORT BET

    EVEN this early on, Manchester City’s home clash with Arsenal this Sunday is massive in the title race.And talkSPORT BET have reacted accordingly and are offering new customers a whopping £30 in free bets when signing up and staking a tenner!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereMan City vs Arsenal: Get £30 in free bets – Claim here*How to claim..talkSPORT BET offerVisit the talkSPORT BET website HERE*Create your account via mobileOpt-In to this promotion via the OFFERS tabPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any sports market at odds of Evens or greaterYou must do this within 7 days of registrationOn settlement of your qualifying bet, you will receive £30 in free bets to spend on selected marketstalkSPORT BET: Get £30 in free bets – Claim here*Not yet got yourself a talkSPORT BET account? Terrific, you can claim this offer!Simply register an account, deposit and stake £10 on any football market at odds of Evens or greater. Once that’s settled – your account will be credited with £30 in free bets!You could decide to use your free bets on Sunday’s clash in the Premier League between Man City and Arsenal, and below are some of our expert picks and top prices with talkSPORT BET.Man City vs Arsenal: Get £30 in free bets – Claim here*Home edgeArsenal’s record at the Etihad is pretty terrible, with Santi Cazorla and Olivier Giroud on the scoresheet the last time they won there in 2015.That run can continue here with City in blistering form in the league this early on.There was very little quality in Arsenal’s win at Spurs last week as they sat behind the ball and the game at the Etihad between these two was very similar.Just too much firepower in this City side but have struggled to keep the ball out their own net.Man City to win and BTTS at 29/10 with talkSPORT BET – CLAIM HERE*18+ New customers only. Opt in & bet £10+ via mobile on any football market at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. No Cash out. Get 6x £5 Free Bets on selected markets. Free bets expire in 7 days. Card payments & Apple Pay only. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsiblyRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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    Manchester City vs Arsenal odds: Price boosts and specials offers for Premier League showdown

    AFTER a pair of goalless draws to kickstart their Champions League campaigns, Manchester City and Arsenal turn their attention to Sunday’s crucial Premier League meeting.Last season’s top two have started the season well but know this game will help shape the Premier League title race, even this early on.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereArsenal are struggling a bit in front of goal and Mikel Arteta will likely look to sit in and make it hard for Erling Haaland and co.At SunSport, we’ve carefully selected some of the best price boosts and special offers for existing customers from our betting partners.Man City vs Arsenal odds: Price boosts and specials offers for Sunday’s showdownWilliam HillOur partners over at William Hill continually have some of the best price boosts across football – and they’ve stepped it up here. We’ve selected our favourite couple which you can back below!Kevin de Bruyne to assist a goal – was 9/4 NOW 11/4 – CLAIM HERERodri shot on target & over 2 tackles – was 9/4 NOW 11/4 – CLAIM HEREBukayo Saka to score anytime – was 7/2 NOW 4/1 – CLAIM HEREBTTS & each team over 4 corners – was 5/1 NOW 6/1 – CLAIM HEREtalkSPORT BETtalkSPORT BET also have a selection of price boosts for the game at the Etihad! Here’s some of those on offer:Manchester City 7+ shots on target – was 7/5 NOW 31/20 – CLAIM HEREArsenal to win 1-0 – was 10/1 NOW 11/1 – CLAIM HEREManchester City to win and both teams to score – was 29/10 NOW 31/10 – CLAIM HEREErling Haaland to score the 1st goal – was 3/1 NOW 16/5 – CLAIM HERERemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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    Man City vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets to spend on the Premier League with BetMGM

    THE Premier League’s top two meet in a mouth-watering duel on Sunday when Manchester City host Arsenal.And bookmakers BetMGM are offering brand new customers a whopping £40 in free bets when YOU register an account and stake a tenner on the top flight showdown.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..BetMGM £40 welcome bonusVisit the BetMGM website HERE*Select SPORTS OFFER on the websiteRegister a new account – No Promo Code necessaryOpt in for this promotion by depositing and placing at least £10 on football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free betsMan City v Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here*Not got a BetMGM account? No problem!This offer is just for you, and it’s incredibly easy to claim!Simply register a new account, deposit and stake a minimum of £10 on football at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. But you must do this within seven days of opening your account.Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free bets!Man City v Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here**New customers 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. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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    Wolves U21s match abandoned with England wonderkid carried off on stretcher as probe launched into how it happened

    WOLVES have launched an investigation into an injury sustained by an England wonderkid during an abandoned Under-21s clash.The young Sheffield United star was carried off on a stretcher in an match against Wolves U21s.Wolves are investigating the broken leg suffered by the young defenderCredit: RexThe defender suffered a broken leg and was taken to hospital with the match abandoned.Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder confirmed Wolves have launched a probe into the incident, which could rule the 19-year-old out for the season.Blades star Sai Sachdev is highly regarded and has featured for the Three Lions Under-19 side.Wilder said of the incident: “They’re [Wolves] doing an internal investigation into what went on, which is exactly what we would have done ourselves. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I want to thank Matt [Hobbs, Wolves sporting director] for calling and full credit to him for doing that because I think it says a lot about him and Wolves as well.“They’ve gone about things exactly as we would have done, because we are proper people too.“I’ve passed on his thoughts to Sai. That was important. It’s good to know they are treating the situation seriously and it’s important we thank them for doing that.”Sachdev has featured twice for the Blades this season and Wilder revealed his injury has dampened the mood around camp.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe continued: “The mood around the place has been pretty sombre. We are a family club and Sai is their brother.”Wolves shared their well wishes, saying: “Sending our thoughts to Sai Sachdev. We wish him a full and speedy recovery.”Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese model More

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    Man Utd appoint group who designed Wembley Stadium and incredible World Cup arena to develop Old Trafford ‘masterplan’

    MANCHESTER UNITED have appointed a world-renowned architecture group to design a new stadium for the Old Trafford area.Foster + Partners will be tasked with developing a “masterplan” for the club-owned land.Man Utd have appointed a global architecture group to design a ‘masterplan’ for Old TraffordCredit: RexUnited want to build a ‘world-class football destination and home’Credit: GettyOfficials want to build a “world-class football destination and home” for Man Utd fans.They also wish to incorporate a wider plan comprising mixed-use developments that will benefit the local community, attract new residents, increase job provision, and make it a vibrant destination for visitors both from the UK and across the world.United have promised to remain engaged with fans, community members, local authorities and the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force throughout the process.The design of the actual stadium, which will sit at the heart of the area, will be completed when wider plans are determined.Read More in FootballDiscussing the new partnership, Lord Foster, founder and executive chairman of Foster + Partners, said: “As a proud Mancunian, I am passionate about the chance to rebuild on Manchester’s great industrial heritage, creating a vibrant new mixed-use community, served by highly sustainable and improved transport links, providing homes and jobs for the local community, all catalysed by a world-class stadium for the world’s most famous football team – Manchester United.”Lord Foster is already involved with the £50million refurbishment of Man Utd’s Carrington training complex.Foster + Partners assisted with the development of Wembley Stadium in London, widely regarded as the home of English football.The company also helped to develop the Lusail Stadium, which hosted the final of the 2022 Qatar World Cup.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhat we know about the ‘new’ Old TraffordMANCHESTER UNITED plan to build a new stadium rather than redevelop Old Trafford.The decision was made after a number of fact-finding missions to other stadiums including the Bernabeu and Nou Camp.The cost of the project is expected to be a staggering £2billion.A capacity of 100,000 is expected.It is felt that a club of United’s standing should have a new state-of-the-art facility.The new stadium will be built on land adjacent to the Red Devils’ current home.United are looking to not only build a stadium but regenerate the area of Trafford where the ground will stand.There had been plans to KEEP Old Trafford rather than demolish it, and use it as a scaled down second venue.However, it’s looking increasing likely that it will in fact be entirely demolished.The club consulted with 30,000 fans about what to do and believe there is roughly a 50-50 split on staying or moving.The club have appointed the architects Foster + Partners to come up with a “masterplan”. The company were behind Wembley Stadium.Old Trafford has been United’s home since 1910.The target is for completion by 2030. New United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been desperate to transform the club’s home into a “Wembley of the North” since taking over at the start of this year.Collette Roche, the club’s chief operating officer, said: “We have a clear vision to transform and revitalise the club-owned land around Old Trafford and we know that Foster + Partners is the best partner to help us develop the plans.Inside the SoFi Stadium as Man Utd look for inspiration for new Old Trafford “This is an area of Greater Manchester ready for major new investment so that it can thrive once more, and we are determined to help deliver those outcomes. “We want this area to become a true destination, that not only provides an unbeatable matchday experience for our fans, but also supports other forms of entertainment, leisure, business and residential facilities surrounding a world-class stadium.”Lord Foster has unrivalled experience in delivering projects of this scale and ambition.”The group were involved in the delivery of Wembley StadiumCredit: GettyThe Lusail Stadium, which hosted the 2022 World Cup final, was also among their projectsCredit: Reuters More