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      Jurgen Klopp’s role at Leeds United explained as ex-Liverpool boss takes up Red Bull transfer job

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      DANIEL FARKE brushed off wild claims that Jurgen Klopp could REPLACE him at Leeds United.The ex-Liverpool manager was this week confirmed as Red Bull’s new head of global soccer.Daniel Farke has dismissed talk of Klopp joining LeedsCredit: APThe compatriots are close frendCredit: AlamyWithin hours a report in Germany stated that one of his first tasks was to keep a “close watch” on his compatriot at Leeds, the club Red Bull bought a minority stake in this year.Farke has lost just one of the opening nine Championship games this term as he looks to go one better than last season’s play-off final defeat and return to the Premier League.However, after the talk about Klopp and a far-fetched claim that he could perhaps even replace him, Farke insisted he had no concern that his friend would be observing him.He said: “There are obviously a few Red Bull teams like in Leipzig, Salzburg, New York and so on.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“We are Leeds United and for that it is clear, he has a big impact on the Red Bull clubs and for us not that much.“We are Leeds United and I think no one of our supporters would allow us to try and copy something or follow a similar philosophy.“We are a pretty unique club and also have our own values, principles, philosophy, our own way that we want to play.“As far as I know, this is exactly what the 49ers are standing for. Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”They know how special this club is and they don’t want to copy someone else and for that, we will always be Leeds United.”Farke is looking to move level on points with second-placed Sheffield United tonight by beating them at Elland Road and bouncing back from the disappointment of conceding a late equaliser at Sunderland a fortnight ago.The game will see his right-back Jayden Bogle face his former employers for the first time since leaving them for Leeds in the summer.How Chelsea can shock Liverpool in ultimate ‘game of chicken’ with high-risk ‘tension-ball’ tacticThe 24-year-old said: “It will be an interesting one but I think we just need to make sure that we prepare well and, as I said before, use that fire from the last game going into this game to do the right job.“It will be tough, just like when any team comes to Elland Road, they try and make it tough and difficult for us. “But I think the main thing for us is to focus on ourselves and apply ourselves in the right way, work hard over the next few days in training and approach the game in the right way.” More

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      Fans dub David Beckham’s dream 5-a-side team ‘probably the best ever’ as legend picks just one former Man Utd team-mate

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      DAVID BECKHAM has named his dream 5-a-side team and fans reckon it could be the “best ever”.Becks sat down with former teammate Rio Ferdinand on Rio Meets to put together the best 5-a-side team he could, made entirely of players that he has played alongside during his career.David Beckham has revealed his dream 5-a-side squad of players he’s played withCredit: X @rioferdy5The retired England star certainly has a long list of stars to pick from with a glittering career that saw him play for Real Madrid, PSG, Manchester United and AC Milan amongst others.And the five stars he put together certainly caught the imagination of football fans as they wondered what it would be like to see the list of icons link up on the pitch.Opting to build his squad without a goalkeeper, Beckham chose two defender, two midfielders and one bagsman.His defensive duo was made up of Roberto Carlos, who he lined up with at Real Madrid, and Paolo Maldini, who Becks played alongside during his spell with AC Milan.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile the first of his midfielders was Zinedine Zidane, another superstar that Beckham encountered during his time in Madrid.Speaking on why he chose to include the France legend, Beckham gushed: “You play him a ball anywhere on the pitch. Any height, any level, any speed – he’s bring it down.”Partnering the 1998 Ballon d’Or winner in the middle of the park would be Roy Keane.Keane, the only Manchester United star to make the cut, was chosen for his leadership.Most read in FootballBeckham chose Roberto Carlos as one his defenders having played with him at Real MadridCredit: AlamyBecks’ AC Milan teammate Paolo Maldini was another defensive inclusionCredit: ReutersZinedine Zidane, another of Beckham’s Real Madrid teammates, was also in the teamCredit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBeckham added: “You need a leader and you need someone that’s going to actually going to tackle and fight and be the player that he is”.The cherry on top of Beckham’s all-time 5-a-side team was none other than two-time Ballon d’or winner and two-time World Cup champion, Ronaldo Nazario.David Beckham imposes strict fashion rule on Lionel Messi and Inter Miami team-mates leaving Rio Ferdinand stunnedBeckham couldn’t hide his excitement when talking about playing with Ronaldo during his career.He said: “[He’s] one of the greatest and most natural goalscorers that I’ve ever seen.”Beckham’s stacked team left fans gushing about the talent that the Inter Miami owner has played alongside during his career.Taking to social media, one fan wrote: “Can’t argue with any of those picks. Probably the best 5-a-side team ever.”While another added: “Absolutely no arguments with that five. Majestic line up”.A third commented: “Ridiculous five-a-side team. They would go unbeaten for years on end.”And a fourth posted: “Beckham’s 5-a-side team is bound to be legendary.”Roy Keane as the only one of Beckham’s former Man Utd teammates to make the sideCredit: GettyRonaldo Nazario was chosen to lead the lineCredit: Reuters More

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      Man City have already decided who they want to replace Pep Guardiola as manager, claims Ederson

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      EDERSON claims Manchester City already know the man they want to replace Pep Guardiola.The four-in-a-row Prem champions are waiting to hear whether their Catalan boss will leave when his contract expires next summer.Pep Guardiola is out of contract next summerCredit: GettyEderson thinks the club have already decided on Guardiola’s successorCredit: GettyThe hope is he could sign a one-year extension to make it a decade in charge at the Etihad – but as yet he has made no decision.City’s No1 opted to stay in the summer when a lucrative switch to Saudi Arabia was on the table for him.And that was partly because he feels the club will know exactly where to turn when the time comes to finally say their goodbyes to Guardiola.Asked if his future was linked to the manager at all, he said: “No, not at all. Today City is a very well structured club, well managed, great directors, great CEO.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I believe the club already has the next manager in mind to the day Pep decides to leave, they will try to follow the same line of work.“Of course it’d be a great loss, we’re talking about the best manager in the world, but I see a really well prepared club for the post-Pep era.”Sporting Lisbon coach Ruben Amorim is a hot tip to take over following the announcement that his close pal Hugo Viana will move to City as director of football in the summer.However they are also among a host of clubs who have been impressed by the job done by Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd Guardiola himself believes his former captain Vincent Kompany – now in charge of Bayern Munich – will be City boss at some point in the future.Ederson revealed Guardiola played a key role in persuading him to stay in the summer – with the pair having several lengthy chats.Fans spot Pep Guardiola coaching opposition player at final whistle and claim it’s ‘because he loves football so much’He said in one conversation he was given ‘guarantees’ by his boss that helped convince him to prolong his seven-year spell in England.Ederson told TNT Sport Brazil: “There was an offer on the table, it weighed a lot on me as it was way above the average.“But I had countless conversations with Pep, there was a decisive one that I can’t reveal much.“It was about what he told me, his guarantees, all of what we’ve lived together here, the evolution I had with him.“So that talk was essential for me to stay at City.”Man City vs the Premier League: Q&ABy Martin LiptonBOTH Manchester City and the Premier League were claiming a win after their legal scrap over Associated Party Transactions.SunSport sifts the claims to try to explain the latest issues.What was the case about?City were furious that Prem bosses brought in new tougher regulations – by the smallest possible majority under League rules – in February. They were aimed at blocking clubs bypassing financial controls by earning “unfair” amounts via sponsorship from a company with the same owners, or selling players on the cheap to teams under the same ownership umbrella.Why were City so upset?The Etihad club argued that the rules were illegal and had been deliberately aimed at them by rivals and were both flawed and politically driven. They also branded the “two thirds support” rule that has been part of Prem regulations since its inception as a “tyranny of the majority”This was an Arbitration Tribunal – explain that?Under Prem rules, any club has the right to ask for Arbitration if they are unhappy about the regulations or due process. The three retired judges heard evidence in June and their full ruling was distributed to the 20 Prem clubs on Monday afternoon.And what did they say?Depending on who you listen to, they either totally vindicated one side or the other. The actual answer is that there were “wins” for both City and the Prem. But it’s your choice which ones meant more.OK, what were City’s wins?Maybe the most important one in terms of the repercussions. That both the new rules and the previous version – brought  in after Saudi Arabia’s PIF bought Newcastle in 2021 –  were “unlawful” as they exclude shareholder loans to clubs in any APT calculations.  City also won over their claims that the rulebook prevented them from responding to Prem decisions over whether two proposed deals with Abu Dhabi companies represented “Fair Market Value”, access to the “databank” of comparable deals and the time it took for decisions to be reached.That sounds pretty big. So what about the Prem’s side?The key finding as far as the League is concerned is that the Tribunal backed the concept of APT rules as well as the Fair Market Value tests. Additionally, City’s challenges to the actual decisions on the two proposed deals “failed”. Prem bosses insist the “rulebook has been found to comply with competition and public law standards and is an effective and necessary system”.Is that it, then?Of course not. That shareholder loan issue is a big deal, given that it is believed owners have loaned around £1.5bn at low or preferential rates across the Prem. Those loans will almost certainly have to be calculated at commercial rates now, unless the owners convert them into shares. But the League is convinced the main thrust of the rules remains valid.And what will be the impact on the “115 charges” case?Probably nothing. That is an allegation of breaking the rules, while this matter was City questioning whether one small element of the current rulebook was legitimate. But City are using the same legal team, headed by £10,000 per hour Lord Pannick KC. And the stakes on the bigger case are a great deal higher.Ederson has helped City win six of the last seven Prem titles since joining the club in 2017.And he says much of their success is down to Guardiola’s guidance, adding:“It’s amazing. He shows you the way, then it’s all on you to put this theory into practice.“He is like our team’s GPS: he gives the route and we follow. If you don’t develop as a player with Pep it’s because you didn’t want to.”Meanwhile Amorim spoke for the first time since it was announced his close friend Viana is going to replace Txiki Begiristain at City.And he said despite their friendship there is no certainty he will make the same move in the near future.He said: “These are rumours. Viana will always be a great friend, but his professional trajectory will one day be different.“One thing doesn’t lead to another. The main thing is that nothing has changed at Sporting, nothing. Viana will only leave at the end of the season.”We don’t talk about it. They are two different paths. Viana’s path is Viana’s path, mine is mine.“We have a professional relationship that will not last forever, but it is certain that the friendship will continue”READ MORE SUN STORIESAmorim said he will have to make sure Viana stays out of the way when the two teams meet in the Champions League next month.He said: “Of course, Viana won’t be able to enter the dressing room during that week because I won’t let him in to avoid conflicts, but that’s all that changes”. More

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      Egos, formations and selection dilemma.. Thomas Tuchel’s England to-do list in just 15 games before bid to win World Cup

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      THE ultimate mission is simple – you have 18 months to win the World Cup for England.But for Thomas Tuchel the pathway to glory resembles a minefield.Thomas Tuchel will have at most 15 games before the World CupCredit: SplashTuchel will have to find a spot for Jude Bellingham in the teamCredit: ReutersUnder Gareth Southgate, England were one step from heaven – losing two consecutive European Championship finals, as well enjoying two very decent World Cup campaigns.But the final step – that of actually winning a trophy – is the most important, and most difficult.So what are the major issues facing England’s incoming German manager, who has a maximum of just 15 matches in charge before the World Cup kicks off in the United States?The personalities and egos. The potential formations. The surplus of English talent in some areas and the glaring lack in others. The need to build on Southgate’s successes as well as learning from his failures.READ MORE ON ENGLANDAnd there will be precious little time for experimentation, given that Tuchel must first secure qualification.JUDE BELLINGHAMTHE Real Madrid Galactico is the greatest English talent of his generation – so what’s the problem?Well, how best to integrate Bellingham as a footballer and a man.For Real and England, Bellingham has played as a No 10, as a deep-lying midfielder, wide on the left and as a false nine.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd while No 10 is almost certainly his best position, the same can be said for Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, so is it possible to include all three of these major players in one effective starting line-up?Then there’s the issue of Bellingham’s star status. During the Euros there were whisperings of an oversized ego and personality clashes with other key players. If so, Tuchel needs to stamp on the problem.Thomas Tuchel gives his first message to fans as England manager HARRY KANETuchel worked with Harry Kane at Bayern MunichCredit: PATUCHEL is a huge fan of the England skipper and was proud of his significant coup in capturing Kane for Bayern.Kane will remain as captain as first-choice No 9 – but what if he is misfiring?What if Kane has an injury issue, such as the one which hampered him during the Euros, when Southgate was unwilling to drop him?Kane is more likely than most players to deny any fitness problem, and to insist on playing through pain – but Tuchel must have the balls to bench his captain if it is necessary.FORMATIONThe manager has used multiple formations during his careerCredit: APTUCHEL is tactically flexible, having played with a 4-3-3, a 4-2-3-1 as well as with a 3-4-3 wing-back system at Chelsea, where he won the Champions League.With so few matches in which to settle on his best England formation – and with Tuchel bafflingly not taking charge of next month’s two Nations League fixtures – he must be clear in a tactical vision which best suits his players and then stick to his guns.This issue is connected to the ‘Bellingham-Palmer-Foden’ conundrum as well as England’s lack of left-backs.Could Bukayo Saka be employed as a left wing-back to counteract that problem?And if you haven’t got two world-class centre-backs, is it better to go with a back three, including the pace of Kyle Walker, a man Tuchel tried hard to sign for Bayern?Then there’s the issue of Southgate’s reputation for over-caution. Tuchel is no free-wheeling entertainer. Is he bothered if the nation yawns while England win games?OLD FAVOURITESTuchel worked with Reece James while at ChelseaCredit: APTHERE are at least three English players currently out of the England set-up who have been favourites of Tuchel at club level – Reece James, Mason Mount and Eric Dier. Does the German bring them back into the fold?James and Mount have both been seriously affected by injury in recent years but if fit and firing, could James challenge Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kyle Walker at right-back and would Mount enter the argument in the crowded attacking midfield positions?Dier was frozen out by Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou as well as Southgate but Tuchel revived his career at Bayern. Is he worth another England chance?FIND A LEFT-BACKTuchel will have to find a replacement for injury-prone Luke ShawCredit: GettyTHIS is England’s most glaring problem area given that Luke Shaw is rarely fit, while Ben Chilwell has been frozen out at Chelsea – where he was never a Tuchel favourite anyway.England have been employing specialist right-backs on the left in recent times, which has affected the balance of the team.Tuchel cannot stick with that plan so does he opt for a wing-back system with Saka on the left or find a new specialist in a back four?Brentford’s Rico Henry will soon return from a long-term injury, while Crystal Palace’s Tyrick Mitchell or Leif Davis are also worthy of Tuchel’s consideration.CLUB v COUNTRYGareth Southgate built a great team atmosphereCredit: GettyFOR decades before Southgate came along, England were often hampered by club-versus-country rows – resulting in plenty of dodgy sicknotes.Southgate virtually eradicated these issues, having worked hard to forge excellent relationships with individual managers, as well as between the FA and Premier League clubs, before and during his own reign as England’s senior manager.Firebrand Tuchel is a less clubbable personality so can he avoid burning the bridges his predecessor did so well in building?MASON GREENWOODMason Greenwood has been in good form since joining MarseilleCredit: ReutersA LEFT-FIELD issue this – but what if Tuchel wants to bring back Greenwood, a great English talent, who brings a vast amount of off-field baggage?In pure footballing terms, Greenwood is outstanding. A direct wide forward and an excellent finisher who has been tearing it up in France since joining Marseille, after a successful spell at Getafe in La Liga last term.READ MORE SUN STORIESGreenwood is expected to switch international allegiance to Jamaica but might Tuchel be tempted to keep him in the England system?If so he would be stepping into a moral maze. Charges of domestic violence against Greenwood have been dropped and he has not been convicted of any crime but many, including the FA top brass, would baulk at the idea of seeing him in an England shirt again.Inside FA’s thrilling chase for TuchelTHE FA’s path to securing Thomas Tuchel’s signature was not a straightforward one.They tried to lure Pep Guardiola from Manchester City over the summer.They even made contact with Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti after deciding to target trophy-laden foreign gaffers.The FA’s determination to go international was summed up by their decision NOT to interview Newcastle boss Eddie Howe.Initial talks with Tuchel saw him express a slight interest in replacing Gareth Southgate.But he was waiting to see what would happen at Manchester United, with Erik ten Hag’s future under the spotlight.Man Utd owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe eventually decided to stick with Ten Hag – and that opened the door to the FA getting their man.Read the full story on England’s thrilling pursuit of Thomas Tuchel. 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      Barcelona ‘victim of transfer fraud after transferring £830,000 to scammer pretending to be Lewandowski’s agent’

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      BARCELONA fell victim to a scam when completing Robert Lewandowski’s transfer.The striker moved to the Nou Camp in the summer of 2022, joining from Bayern Munich.A scammer posing as Lewandwoski’s agent almost cost Barcelona £830,000Credit: RexLewandowski has been in fine form this season and has helped Barcelona to the top of LaLiga, but his signing got the club into difficulty.That is because a fraudster posing as his agent Pini Zahavi demanded a payment be made of £830,000, according to reports in Spain.In late July 2022 several club directors and executives received an email requesting the payment as commission for the deal being completed.Barcelona paid the amount into an account number at the Bank of Cyprus – but to an account under the name of Michael Gerardus Hermanus Demon.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe bank blocked the transfer as it was considered high risk, due to the fact there were no previous transactions on the account nor any valid documents to justify the payment.The scammer continued to put pressure on Barcelona by posing as Zahavi, and threatened to report the club to Uefa and block Lewandowski’s registration.They also wrote to the Bank of Cyprus in a bid to get the transaction approved but were denied again.That meant Barcelona were able to recover the £830,000 and have since reported the scammer to police after receiving two more emails demanding around £210,000.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLewandowski, 36, has been a success at Barcelona with 71 goals in 106 games, including 12 this term.He signed from Bayern in a deal worth £42.5million.Behind the scenes of the Barcelona ‘bust up’ after Celtic’s heroic 2012 win More

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      Fans say ‘what a bloke’ as Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori reveals unusual way he learned English

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      RICCARDO CALAFIORI’S English is impressive for someone who has just moved to England after spending the majority of his career in Italy.And it’s thanks to a peculiar method he is using to learn his new language.Riccardo Calafiori revealed how he learnt EnglishCredit: X/BBCMOTDThe defender is already a popular new addition for the GunnersCredit: ReutersThe Italian has been learning English for several years.And although he is not quite fluent – he has a fantastic grasp thanks to two unusual sources including a specific type of pop music.Calafiori told Football Focus: “Since I was a kid. “I started maybe with Netflix and with the lyrics of the songs. UK drill.READ MORE ON ARSENAL”I’m still learning, I want to have lessons, I want to improve a bit.”Fans loved the honest revelations.One replied: “I love him. What a bloke.”Another wrote: “How can you not love this man.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA third typed: “He is so smart. I thought he had some English lessons before coming to the UK.”And a final user joked: “Man is three years away from sounding like Bellerin,” in reference to Hector Bellerin’s bizarre Spanish-London accent. Three reasons Arsenal’s new signing Riccardo Calafiori is a huge upgrade Calafiori then revealed his honest thoughts on the English cuisine.He added: “I expected worse to be honest. It’s not so bad.”Fish and chips. It’s not bad. Once per month you can eat this.”I want to feel the whole experience, you know – become an English person.”As well as being loved by the fans for his personality, Calafiori is also backing it up on the pitch with his performances for his new side.The 22-year-old scored a belter against Manchester City to equalise in the crunch clash at the Etihad.The supporters already adore him – writing a song to the tune of ‘Amore’ – and he insists it is a two-way love affair.Calafiori labelled his move to Arsenal as a “dream” and he’s excited to play his part in the “young squad”.He added: “It’s actually been my dream since I was 12 or 13 years old, because I can see the level of the league here and the best players in the world, for me, play here. “It’s a dream and not only for me, but for everybody.“I came here to play so I will do everything to play and to give something to the team. I hope I can do that from the first few games.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHe has done so with positive performances in the Premier League and the Champions League, proving an accomplished addition to the Gunners’ defence.Calafiori added: “From my point of view, it’s just the start, the beginning of something bigger. I’m excited to start to play for Arsenal and to win trophies.”Digga D, a famous drill artistCredit: PA:Press AssociationCalafiori spent most of his career in ItalyCredit: EPACalafiori’s signs for the GunnersCredit: GettyArsenal fans are loving their new left-backCredit: PA More

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      Newcastle workers take blowtorch to Alan Shearer’s statue as it’s given facelift

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      NEWCASTLE have used the international break to give a pair of iconic statues some tender loving care.In 2022, a £250,000 Alan Shearer statue joined one of Sir Bobby Robson outside St James’ Park.Alan Shearer’s statue sits outside the Gallowgate EndShearer’s statue joined Sir Bobby Robson’s in 2016Workers used a blowtorch to give both statues a faceliftBoth statues were left looking as good as newWhen fans attend Saturday’s home match against Brighton, they may notice both looking good as new.That’s because last month, the Toon had both seen to by Aylwin Designs.In a video shared to social media, workers can be seen using a blowtorch and a brush on the iconic figures, a technique designed to get the statues beaming again.Captioning the post, Aylwin Designs wrote: “Great teamwork with Tom Maley and Alberto to restore the statues of Sir Bobby Robson and Alan Shearer for Newcastle United FC.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Proud to keep these legends shining bright!”Newcastle unveiled their 3metre bronze statue of club legend Robson, designed by Maley, in 2012.A similarly sized figure of Shearer was subsequently built in 2016, but peculiarly found itself placed on Barrack Road.It was thought that former owner Mike Ashley did not want the statue to be placed within stadium boundaries.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollowing the club’s Saudi takeover, however, it was finally moved to St James’ Park.It now sits proudly next to the Robson statue outside the Gallowgate End.Video emerges of Roy Keane throwing ball at Alan Shearer’s head amid Erling Haaland debateFans have been left delighted with the work done on both statues.One wrote on social media: “It’s the little things sometimes. Love to see it.”While a second echoed: “Its the little things that matter, Ashley could never comprehend a simple bit of pride.”Ultimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here. More

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      FA Cup first round TV games revealed as BBC and ITV choose NOT to show MK Dons vs AFC Wimbledon

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      FIVE of the FA Cup first-round fixtures have been selected for TV – but a huge derby has been omitted.The BBC and ITV have selected their picks to broadcast with the competition’s games scheduled for November.The FA cup first-round picks for TV coverage have been madeCredit: The FA – Getty ImagesThe first game to be shown on TV will be Tamworth’s clash against Championship outfit Huddersfield Town.The fixture will be shown on BBC 2 at 7.45pm on November 1.The other four ties that will be broadcast include Northampton’s match-up against Kettering Town on November 2.Sutton United will face Birmingham City on November 3, which will be on ITV 1 at 12.30pm.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHarrogate will host Wrexham on the same date but in the 3.30pm slot on ITV X.The final televised match will be Chesham’s attempt to cause an upset against League One Lincoln City on ITV 4.However, fans are fuming that the rival match between MK Dons and AFC Wimbledon has not been selected for coverage.One posted: “No MK Dons vs AFC Wimbledon.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “How do you consistently manage to get it so wrong?”A third commented: “Can’t believe Birmingham and Wrexham are on TV!!! Plenty of better games missed… again!!!!” Non-league club’s stadium underwater as thunderstorms wreak havoc with entire pitch engulfed in flood waterFA Cup first-round drawHere is the FA Cup first round proper in full…Rotherham vs CheltenhamBarrow vs DoncasterWorthing vs MorecambeBoreham Wood vs Leyton OrientExeter vs BarnetCarlisle vs WiganTamworth vs HuddersfieldHartlepool/Brackley vs BraintreeCurzon Ashton vs MansfieldWycombe vs YorkBradford vs AldershotHednesford/Gateshead vs Gainsborough/BostonBurton vs ScarboroughTranmere vs OldhamRochdale vs BromleyWalsall vs BoltonGrimsby vs WealdstoneBristol Rovers vs Weston-super-MareMK Dons vs AFC WimbledonAltrincham/Solihull Moors vs MaidstoneStockport vs Forest GreenReading vs FleetwoodStevenage vs GuiseleyNorthampton vs KetteringRushall/Peterborough Sports vs AccringtonSwindon vs ColchesterSalford vs ShrewsburyCrewe vs Dagenham & RedbridgePort Vale vs BarnsleyChesham vs LincolnChesterfield vs HorshamSouthend vs CharltonNotts County vs AlfretonTaunton/Maidenhead vs CrawleyHarrogate vs WrexhamWoking vs CambridgeGillingham vs BlackpoolTonbridge Angels vs HarboroughSutton vs BirminghamNewport vs PeterboroughA fourth asked: “Who picks these things? Why not Bristol Rovers vs Weston-super-Mare? AFC Wimbledon vs MK Dons?”A fifth said: “Wow no Dons v Dons.”A sixth fumed: “Harrogate vs Wrexham is a real stinker.”Another added: “So the tie of the round AFC Dons v MK is being ignored.”MK Dons and Wimbledon have had bad blood since the formation of of the former in 2002.The owners of the original Wimbledon FC moved the side to Buckinghamshire and changed the name.This led furious supporters of the club to form AFC Wimbledon, which has worked itself up from non-league to the professional game.Who are these famous footballers? More