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      Newcastle Utd offer fans FREE BEER at crunch midday Chelsea clash to thank supporters and get St. James’ Park rocking

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED fans are being given a free pint to help raise the roof against Chelsea.Fans attending St. James’ Park tomorrow can get on the beers early by claiming a complimentary drink token when heading through the turnstiles between 10am-11am.Newcastle fans will be able to enjoy a morning pint before kick off against ChelseaCredit: GettyThe vouchers can be redeemed for a free pint/bottle of beer or cider, or a bottled soft drink in the concourse, Platinum Club and Bar 1892.The free drink has been organised as a thank you for their support as well as ensuring that the crowd is in full voice for the crunch Champions League qualification clash.Newcastle CEO Darren Eales said: “We greatly appreciate the lengths that fans have gone to this season, travelling to every corner of the country to back the club, so we’re pleased to offer a token of appreciation for their loyalty and support this weekend.“Alongside toasting the incredible support they have already shown, the offer of a free drink aims to ensure that everyone is in position for the early kick-off on Sunday, bringing that iconic St James’ Park atmosphere from the warm-ups to the final whistle.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMeanwhile, Eddie Howe admits he has a huge call to make on whether to unleash frustrated Anthony Gordon against Chelsea.The 24-year-old last started for Newcastle on March 2 after suspension and injury.Winger Gordon received a three-game ban after being sent-off against Brighton and then hurt his thigh while on international duty and missed another two matches.The tremendous form of Harvey Barnes, who has scored four since stepping in, has provided another obstacle for the ex-Everton ace to overcome.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSGordon, who has nine goals this term, impressed after coming off the bench last week to replace Jacob Murphy and is chomping at the bit for a start.Howe said: “He’s pushing just in terms of his general training performance. If I just think back, this is his best week physically.Newcastle ace Dan Burn pushing crashed car“He had an issue obviously that he picked up with England and it’s taken him a while to get back to full fitness because it was a nasty injury but he’s looked good.“I thought he did well when he came on against Brighton. He adds a different dimension to our game. Directness in running, very front footed player. So let’s wait and see.”Howe also admitted that Gordon is not happy about being out of the side but said: “There’s an understanding from Anthony that he hasn’t been fully fit.“We’ve had discussions and communication, of course, and I try to do that with all the players, but naturally I know now he feels good within his body and that he probably feels ready to start. So that’s the decision I have to make.”Although Newcastle already have silverware and a play-off spot in the Uefa Conference League in the bag, Howe admits matches do not come much bigger than tomorrow’s high noon showdown with Chelsea.With only a superior goal difference keeping them fourth ahead of the Blues, Howe said: “Every game we’ll have between now and the season probably becomes our biggest game of the season. You could debate the cup final there with it, but now that’s gone and that’s behind us.Eddie Howe has a tough call to make regarding Anthony Gordon’s selectionCredit: Getty“We know the importance of where we finish in the Premier League and we’re doing everything we can to finish as high as we can.“There’s a possibility it will go to the last game. All we can do is take care of our next opponent and give everything we can to win.“It’ll be a difficult game. Chelsea are a good team and we’ve played them twice already this season, so we know their qualities.”Howe’s achievements have been all the more remarkable considering Newcastle’s struggles to meet PSR – while at the same time Chelsea have found ways to splash the cash on their squad.Howe added: “I’ve absolutely no emotion or feeling towards it at all because they have every right to do what they want to do and run the club in their way. I have no opinion on any other club and how they run their football club.Read More on The Sun“I can only speak about how we do what we do and why we do what we do. Any other focus on any other club just leads to wasted time.”We have a lot to think about ourselves and a lot to prepare and plan for so all my energy goes into that.”How ‘big angel’ Joelinton rescued boss after he fainted in SubwayNEWCASTLE cult hero Joelinton rescued his old boss after he fainted in Subway.And coach Pellegrino Matarazzo still calls the Brazilian his ‘angel’.Matarazzo was Joelinton assistant manager during the midfielder’s spell in Germany with Hoffenheim.Recalling the scary incident, the Matarazzo revealed: “I was standing in the queue and I wasn’t feeling well.“I tried to go over to the Coca-Cola machine to quickly get a drink.”I realised I was about to faint, and I did faint.“When I opened my eyes I saw Joelinton! ‘Rino, Rino, are you okay?'”He was like a small, no a big, angel – Joelinton, what are you doing here?”Read the full story… More

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      ‘They go the bench’ – Jose Mourinho gives hilarious reply after being quizzed on why he keeps changing Fenerbahce team

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      JOSE MOURINHO gave a typical Special One response after being grilled on why he keeps changing his Fenerbahce side.The Portuguese gaffer has been tinkering with his starting XI in recent weeks in a desperate bid to chip away at Galatasaray’s five-point lead at the top of the Turkish top-flight.Jose Mourinho has repeatedly chopped and changed his Fenerbahce starting XI in recent weeksCredit: EPA’The Special One’ explained his multiple changes with a hilarious coin analogyCredit: GETTYFenerbahce’s lack of a consistent starting XI was put to the former Chelsea and Real Madrid boss after their 4-1 win over Istanbul Basaksehir on Friday night.And the 62-year-old gave a hilarious response to the question.He said: “I have 25 coins, I throw the coins in the air. The ones that stay on the table are the ones that I play.”The ones that go on the floor, they go on the bench. I do it just like this.READ MORE SPORT NEWS”During the week, I’m having fun. I go to nightclubs every day in Istanbul, everywhere.”And then when it’s time to choose the team, I throw coins with the players’ faces (on them).”‘The 11 that stay on the table are the 11 that play… it’s simple.’Mourinho’s coin analogy isn’t the first time he’s used humour in his post-match press conferences this season.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSJose Mourinho has endured a wild first season in charge of FenerbahceCredit: GETTYAfter their Europa League defeat to Rangers, he pretended to FALL ASLEEP as a journalist ranted in Turkish.While scratching his head, he said: “Oh, this is too much for my head. I’m tired, man.Jose Mourinho’s reaction to a long question”90 minutes not to listen to all of this, I’m too tired for that.”Mourinho has found himself in the headlines several times this season.He was slapped with a three-match ban last month for PINCHING the nose of Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk during the Istanbul derby.And in February, he filed a lawsuit against Fenerbahce’s bitter rivals after they accused him of making racist statements. More

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      Mo Salah hits back at claim Sadio Mane found him ‘selfish’ as he breaks silence on ‘tension’ between Liverpool legends

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      MOHAMED SALAH has admitted that there was “tension” between himself and Sadio Mane at Liverpool.Salah and Mane struck up a fearsome partnership for the Reds between 2017 and 2022, winning the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup and League Cup with the club.Mohamed Salah has opened up on his relationship with Sadio Mane following speculation that the pair didn’t see eye to eye at LiverpoolCredit: EPAThe pair played together 223 times, combining for 35 goals as they enjoyed plenty of individual success under former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.But despite their reputation and impressive record, there has always been speculation about a fractured relationship between the two wingers.And Salah, 32, has now admitted that there was tension between them both, but claimed that things were always approached professionally.In an interview with L’Equipe, Salah revealed: “Yes, there was tension with Sadio.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”Mind you, we were professional until the end, I don’t think it affected the team. It’s human to want more, I understand that, he’s a competitor.”Off the pitch, we weren’t very close, but we always respected each other.”Salah was also quizzed about claims that Mane felt he was “selfish” that emerged in a book published last year, but the Egyptian star was quick to play down the rumours.He added: “I don’t care. People can think what they want, it’s their right.Most read in FootballSalah and Mane had a public falling out during a 3-0 win over Burnley in 2019Credit: Rex FeaturesSalah vs Mane Liverpool H2HHere’s a breakdown of both star’s records at Liverpool…Mohamed SalahGames played: 398Goals scored: 244Assists: 113Goals per game: 0.61Assists to Mane: 18Assists from Mane: 17Sadio ManeGames played: 269Goals scored: 120Assists: 46Goals per game: 0.44Assists to Salah: 17Assists from Salah: 18CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But I invite everyone to note that the person who provided Mane with the most assists is me.”We can look at the facts, but it’s obviously easier to throw out phrases like that. It makes the headlines, I know how it works.These WILD Liverpool stats spell Arsenal disaster | Experts’ best bets”As long as it remains within the limits of respect, that’s fine with me.”But that doesn’t mean that this opinion is true. At the end of the day, I know what I did, and my conscience is clear.”Salah and Mane did have one very public disagreement when they broke into an argument on the pitch during a 3-0 win over Burnley in 2019.At the time, Mane told Canal Plus: “He said to me ‘Sadio, why are you angry?’“I told him ‘You needed to give me the ball, Mo’, to which he replied ‘I didn’t see you. You know I’ve got nothing against you’.”I know that, but his reaction was a bit strange to me.”Mane would ultimately leave Liverpool in 2022, swapping Anfield for the Allianz in a switch to German giants Bayern Munich.But that move didn’t work out, with a poor first season for the Bavarians meaning Mane was moved on to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr the following summer – where he still plays today.Read More on The SunSalah has remained on Merseyside, earning himself a new two-year deal with Liverpool after putting up an astonishing 46 goal contributions in 35 Premier League games this season.He has also equalled Thierry Henry’s record after being named the Football Writers’ Footballer of the Year for a third time.Sadio Mane now plays in Saudi Arabia for Al-NassrCredit: ReutersSalah has had his best campaign in a Liverpool shirt More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Haaland STARTS but City goalless, latest from Ipswich vs Brighton & two other fixtures

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      SATURDAY’S Premier League action features some huge matches in the race for Europe.Manchester City travel to rock bottom Southampton as Pep Guardiola’s side look to chase down Arsenal in second.Elsewhere, Fulham look to give their European aspirations a boost as they take on Everton.Wolves host top-8 hopefuls Brighton, and Ipswich face a Brentford side who also have a chance of qualifying for Europe.In the evening kick off, two sides with ambitions for continental football next season, Bournemouth and Aston Villa, go head-to-head at the Vitality.Kick off times: 3pm/5.30pm BSTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…From Jack Rosser at St Mary’sWhat a ridiculous afternoon.That is the loudest cheer at St. Mary’s since they earned their place in the Play-Off final a year ago.Guardiola has marched onto the pitch and looks furious – aggressively congratulating Southampton players in a way only he can. Copy linkCopiedFull time – Fulham 1-3 EvertonEverton take the honours on the banks of the Thames, and Fulham’s slim hopes of making the Europa Conference League have come to an end.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Wolves 0-2 BrightonBrighton follow Brentford’s lead and claim a vital – and impressive -three points that has them fully in the hunt for eighth spotCopy linkCopiedFull time – Southampton 0-0 Man CityA surprise on the south coast! The Saints move on to 12 points and away from the 11-point low set by Derby County in 2008. Copy linkCopiedFull time – Ipswich 0-1 BrentfordThe Bees survive a late scare to register their fourth win in a row, and Thomas Frank’s team are on course for Europe.Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-0 Man City90. Substitute Omar Marmoush almost wins it for Manchester City!The Egyptian takes charge on the edge of the box, and rockets a shot past Aaron Ramsdale that cannons back off the crossbar.It’s the closest City have come this afternoon.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Wolves 0-2 Brighton85. Brighton are on the charge for Europe!Brajan Gruda seals the deal at Molineux, cooling dinking over Jose Sa for his first goal for the Seagulls.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at MolineuxThe jaw-dropping stat of the day – in Wolverhampton at least – is that this is the first time Danny Welbeck, 34, has scored 10 Premier League goals in a season.Considering his career has stretched over 17 seasons, that is some revelation.He netted nine in a campaign twice, but the last time was 11 years ago. Incredible, he has never reached double figures until today’s penalty which, right now, looks to be enough to win the game.Meanwhile, Wolves boss Vitor Pereira has seen enough – and made a QUADRUPLE substitution.Wolves have been getting nowhere fast today, and the Portuguese coach will hope Jorgen Strand Larsen, Rodrigo Gomes, Pablo Sarabia and Jean Bellegarde can bring their side back into this.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Fulham 1-3 Everton74. Fulham’s season is collapsing upon itself.Beto has made it 3-1, and the Cottagers are going to be comfortably beaten in a game that they could have won by the half hour mark.The hosts are caught cold as they try to find an instant reply, allowing Everton to break at pace.Carlos Alcaraz picks out Beto on the left, and he lets rip with a shot that seems to go through Bernd Leno on its way to the back of the net. Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Fulham 1-2 Everton70. The Toffees have turned it around at Craven Cottage!Dwight McNeil’s corner is met emphatically by Michael Keane at the far post, who beats Bernd Leno in the Fulham goal.There’s a VAR check for both a foul and an offside, but Carlos Alcaraz is deemed not to have impacted the game on both counts.David Moyes’ men hit the front!Copy linkCopiedIpswich 0-1 Brentford67. A lengthy VAR check takes place after Axel Tuanzebe and Nathan Collins wrestle each other to the ground at a Michael Kayode long throw.The Brentford centre-half is convinced he’s been fouled and wants a penalty, but Samuel Barrott does not agree.Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-0 Man City63. City are turning up the gas on the south coast.Last season’s Premier League champions have had the last 11 attempts on goal in this game, and Bernardo Silva has just come the closest so far to breaking the deadlock.Southampton have only kept two clean sheets in the last 47 Premier League games. Surely they don’t hold out this afternoon?Copy linkCopiedSouthampton 0-0 Man City58. Southampton continue to frustrate Manchester City at St Mary’s.Phil Foden and Bernardo Silva have just had a couple of shots blocked, but Saints are digging in.Jeremy Doku is already on for Pep Guardiola’s side, but how long will it be until the City boss turns to others on his bench?Copy linkCopiedFulham 1-1 Everton49. Harry Wilson almost restores Fulham’s lead!Kenny Tete picks out the Welshman with a ball over the top, and Wilson responds by attempting a delicate lob over Jordan Pickford.It initially looked perfect, but somehow the England goalkeeper got back and clawed the ball away.In saving Everton, Pickford looks to have landed awkwardly on his elbow and requires a bit of magic sponge action.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jon West at Portman RoadReferee Barrott was inevitably booed off at the break but the truth is Brentford deserve to be ahead. Just. It’s not a classic by any stretch but the Tractor Boys have barely threatened.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at MolineuxBrighton have edged the first half and might have had more than their one goal but for some hesitancy going forwards.Danny Welbeck’s penalty separates the sides after he had a goal ruled out for an offside against Yankuba Minteh – which VAR took around four minutes to decide.Matheus Cunha might have been lucky to escape a red card for bringing down Mats Wieffer for the penalty – ref Michael Oliver only showed him a yellow.Wolves look out-of-sorts all over the pitch, but it might not be too long before Jorgen Strand Larsen makes an appearance from the subs’ bench.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jack Rosser at St Mary’sA very odd first half on the south coast.Southampton have parked all of their outfield players within 20 yards of their goal and City have struggled to create anything of note.Haaland and Guardiola have both been talking about a lack of hunger this week. and there does not look to be too much of it here.You would get a more intense encounter at Soccer Aid.Copy linkCopiedThe half-time scoresAll four afternoon games in the Premier League have reached the break, and this is the current state of play:Fulham 1-1 EvertonIpswich 0-1 BrentfordSouthampton 0-0 Man CityWolves 0-1 BrightonCopy linkCopiedGOAL! Fulham 1-1 Everton45+3. On the stroke of half-time, Everton find a fortuitous equaliser!Vitalii Mykolenko has his first goal since November 2023, and he has a huge deflection off Andreas Pereira to thank for it.Bernd Leno fails to get distance when opting to punch a corner, and that allows Abdoulaye Doucoure to nudge it back for Mykolenko to strike. Fulham concede from outside the box AGAIN and now have work to do.Copy linkCopiedFulham 1-0 Everton43. Harry Wilson goes close to a second!The Welsh wing wizard dribbles in on the left, teasing the Everton defence, and then strikes low towards the bottom corner.Jordan Pickford has to wait for it to travel through a crowd, but then gets down brilliantly to push the shot around the post.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at MolineuxIt’s been a strange few minutes for Brighton, first, they had a goal controversially ruled out by VAR, then they took the lead two minutes later from the penalty spot.Danny Welbeck looked to have given Brighton the lead when his shot found the net after being left by Yankuba Minteh.There then followed a VAR check of around four minutes, which brought a chant of ‘Boring, boring’ from Wolves fans.But the final verdict was that Minteh was deemed to be in an offside position and interfering with play, despite not touching the ball.Hope that’s clear.Brighton’s response was to win a penalty when Matheus Cunha and Mats Wieffer tangled outside the box and then the Brazilian carried it inside the area. Ref Michael Oliver showed Cunha a yellow card, but it looks like the Seagulls’ bench wanted a red.Welbeck cooly dispatched the penalty for his 10th Premier League goal of the season.Copy linkCopiedFrom Jon West at Portman RoadIpswich fans are venting their fury at referee Sam Barrott for allowing (in their opinion) Brentford to carry on taking a corner until they scored.Jacob Greaves was lucky to escape a |VAR penalty call for a rugby tackle on Sepp van den Berg initially, Barrott booked Christian Norgaard and Jack Taylor from the next attempt. And Kevin Schade headed in the third.”1-0 to the referee” and “Premier League, corrupt as f***” chanted Town fans.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Wolves 0-1 Brighton28. Now Danny Welbeck has his goal, and it comes from the penalty spot!In the absence of the suspended Joao Pedro, the former England international stepped up and calmly placed his spotkick beyond Jose Sa!It’s a deserved lead, and there was no debating the decision that led to the opener.Matheus Cunha was caught in possession just outside his own 18-yard box, and in his bid to get back and make amends, he tripped Mats Wieffer just as the Brighton man was about to shoot.Cunha is yellow carded for his part, and – to be honest – he’s fortunate not see red as I’m really not sure if that was a genuine attempt to win the ball.Copy linkCopiedWolves 0-0 Brighton24. Danny Welbeck has the ball in the back of the net at Molineux!But no sooner had the striker wheeled away in celebration, he saw the linesman’s flag up on the far side.However, it’s not that clearcut.In fact, Welbeck was definitely onside when he steered a centre from the right into the far corner.However, Yankuba Minteh who followed the ball towards goal was offside, and he has been adjudged to have been interfering with play.VAR take a long look at it, and eventually uphold the on-field decision.Copy linkCopiedGOAL! Ipswich 0-1 Brentford18. West London delight!Seconds after Fulham took the lead, Brentford have followed suit at Portman Road.Kevin Schade has his third in a week, following his double against Manchester United with another header here.The German gets on the end of Bryan Mbeumo’s corner, and cooly beat Alex Palmer in the Ipswich goal.Copy linkCopied More

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      ‘Don’t agree with it’ – Paul Scholes slams Ruben Amorim’s Man Utd team selection as it leaves ‘bad taste in your mouth’

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      PAUL SCHOLES has blasted Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim for sacrificing the Premier League in favour of a Europa League run.The Red Devils reached the final of Europe’s secondary club competition this week with a 7-1 aggregate win over Athletic Bilbao.Manchester United booked their place in the Europa League final this weekCredit: ALAMYWinning the tournament will paper over the cracks of an incredibly poor domestic seasonCredit: REUTERSManager Ruben Amorim has seemingly prioritised the competition over the Prem in recent weeksCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKClub legend Paul Scholes is far from happy with the Portuguese’s approach as of lateCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKUnited’s European run has brought some respite from their woeful league form, which has left them in 15TH PLACE in the table.Amorim has clearly prioritised the Europa League with his team selections in recent weeks, giving rising stars including Tyler-Fredricson and Harry Amass more game time than he might otherwise have done.TNT Sports pundit Scholes wrote in his column for the broadcaster: “Manchester United should be able to play in two or three competitions at once without sacrificing something, and they’ve clearly sacrificed the league.”I don’t like it and I don’t agree with it and I believe there has to be some sort of standards required in a Premier League team.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS”It’s almost as if they go into Premier League games and there’s an acceptance that they’re not going to win the game, which is madness.”I think the acceptance has come from everyone.”Scholes firmly believes one figure is to blame for United seemingly being resigned to losing their league matches.He continued: “I think it’s come from the manager, even though he won’t admit it. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMan Utd ratings vs Bilbao as magnifent Mount sends Red Devils to Europa League final but ineffective Garnacho hooked earlyMANCHESTER UNITED all-but booked their spot in the Europa League final a week ago.And, despite a brief first-half wobble, it was never really in doubt at Old Trafford on Thursday night as the Red Devils secured a comeback 4-1 win at home over Athletic Bilbao.Mikel Jaureguizar sent a nervous shiver around the ground with his fine effort on the half-hour mark.United struggled to click and no doubt some feared of an almighty collapse.But, when Ruben Amorim turned to the bench, it made all the difference – as Amad Diallo, Luke Shaw and Mason Mount were all involved in Mount’s delightful equaliser.Casemiro scored with a clever header and even Rasmus Hojlund got in on the act to tap in.Then Mount finish the job in style with his long-range effort into an empty net. Smiles all round. Now United have an all-English blockbuster with Spurs later this month to save their dreadful season.Roll on, Bilbao…Here’s how SunSport’s Joshua Jones rated Ruben Amorim’s men at Old Trafford…”He’s not playing teams to win games of football in the league.”I think even fans are thinking, ‘Let’s get these league games out of the way because the league has been a disaster.’Casemiro STAYING at Man Utd? Amorim’s Shock U-Turn Explained!”They’re probably thinking, ‘Play whoever you want, we don’t care.’ “There’s an acceptance to it, which I think is wrong, because the Premier League is your bread and butter.”But if you’re going to get Champions League football by winning the Europa League, it’ll all be forgotten, I hope.”There is that bad taste in your mouth that the Premier League form is so bad, and they might regret it next year.”I think the manager should be using this time to learn how to win games when you’re not playing that well, because it’s going to happen again next year.”I don’t think you can just switch a button next season and, all of a sudden, you’re going to see them play brilliantly in the league.Read More on The Sun”I think it’s quite risky sacrificing the Premier League for the sake of Champions League football next year.”United will face familiar opposition in Tottenham – who bested Bodo/Glimt in their semi-final tie – in this month’s Europa League final in Bilbao. More

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      Steven Gerrard lined up for emotional return to former club but faces competition from sacked Premier League bosses

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      STEVEN GERRARD could be set for a sensational return to Rangers.Gerrard, 44, has been a free agent since January after his acrimonious exit from Saudi outfit Al-Ettifaq and is looking for his next challenge.Steven Gerrard has been pencilled in for a potential return to RangersGerrard won the Scottish Premiership at IbroxGerrard is a free agent after a hapless stint in Saudi ArabiaAccording to The Telegraph, that could lead the Liverpool legend back to Ibrox, where his managerial career officially kicked off.The former England international joined the Gers in 2018 and enjoyed tremendous success during his three-year spell as he won the Scottish Premiership in 2021.And Rangers are keen on a reunion with the Scouse tactician as they are seeking a permanent replacement for Philippe Clement, who was sacked in February. Former midfielder has been in temporary charge since.Gerrard is part of a long list of candidates that is said to run into double figures.Read More on FootballThe likes of former Wolves manager Gary O’Neil, ex-Luton Town boss Rob Edwards and Russell Martin, who was recently dismissed by Southampton, are also being considered.O’Neil had a short but impressive stint with Bournemouth and Wolves before becoming a free agent.Edwards stood out at Luton as he led them to the Premier League two years ago.And Martin has history with Rangers as he underwent a loan spell as a player in 2018 before managing at MK Dons, Swansea and of course Saints.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThere are also foreign head coaches being monitored by club chiefs amid the closing stages of the season.Nevertheless, it is thought to be an open race with no clear favourite for the top job. Steven Gerrard gives update on return to management after Liverpool legend left Al-Ettifaq Rangers could offer Gerrard a second chance in his new career as he has seen his stock plummet after two unsuccessful stints at Aston Villa and Al-Ettifaq.The legendary midfielder joined Villa on November 2021 – the same year he ended Celtic’s nine-year dominance in the Scottish Premiership.After a positive first season at Villa Park, Gerrard failed to keep it up and was dismissed following a run of poor results and performances on October 2022.The Liverpool great then made the big leap to the Saudi Pro League in 2023 but left 18 months later with his team 12th in the table and five points above the relegation zone.Former Bournemouth and Wolves boss Gary O’Neil is also being targeted by RangersEx-Southampton boss Russell Martin is also part of Rangers’ longest of candidatesThe same goes for ex-Luton Town boss Rob Edwards, while there are also foreign candidates More

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      Former England U20 star who’s dating Coronation Street actress wakes up unemployed after release from EFL club

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      FORMER England U20 ace and Everton academy graduate Ryan Ledson has been released by Preston North End. Ledson, who is dating Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon, leaves Deepdale after seven years following the expiration of his contract.Ryan Ledson has been released by Preston North EndCredit: GettyLedson is dating Lucy FallonCredit: SplashFallon stars as Bethany Platt in ITV soap Coronation StreetCredit: Instagram/@lucyfallonxThe 27-year-old midfielder joined Preston back in 2018, having spent time at Cambridge United and Oxford United after graduating from Everton’s academy.And now he will be searching for the next step in his career after being included on Preston’s 2025 retained list as an “out of contract and released” player.It’s not a surprise to Preston fans, who were made aware of Ledson’s imminent exit earlier in the week.In a statement, the Liverpool-born star said: “I’ve had the best seven years that I could have asked for. This club means so much to me.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I want to thank everyone at the club, from the staff behind the scenes to the owner and Peter.“Thank you to the fans too for all the support you’ve given me over the years. I’m glad my last game for the club went as well as it did and I could have that moment with the fans at the end.“I’ve absolutely loved my time here and I wish everyone at the club nothing but the best for the future.”Ledson’s final game for the club was a 2-2 draw against Bristol City, a result that was just enough to keep the Lilywhites afloat in the Championship.Most read in FootballPreston North End full retained listHere’s a look at who is staying and going for Preston North End…Contracted ProfessionalsAli McCannAndrew HughesBen WhitemanBrad PottsDai CornellFelipe Rodriguez-GentileJack WhatmoughJames PradicJeppe OkkelsJordan StoreyKitt NelsonLewis GibsonLiam LindsayMads FrøkjærMax WilsonMilutin OsmajićNoah MaweneStefán ThórdarsonWill KeaneIn NegotiationsChed Evans (coaching role)Josh SearyKacper PasiekRobbie BradyOut of Contract and ReleasedEmil RiisFreddie WoodmanKian BestKian TaylorPatrick BauerRyan LedsonLoan Players Returning To Parent ClubsKaine Kesler-HaydenJayden MeghomaRyan PorteousSam GreenwoodCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe leaves PNE having played 215 games, scoring seven goals and registering 14 assists.Ledson’s partner Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt on ITV soap Coronation Street, supported him by re-sharing his exit announcement on her Instagram.Former England star Trevor Sinclair facing bankruptcy battle over £36k unpaid tax bill after ‘hiding head in the sand’The pair, who have been dating since the Covid-19 lockdown, share two children together – a son named Sonny and a daughter called Nancy.Clubs up and down the country are now announcing their retained lists as the season comes to a close, meaning top stars are being released all over the place.Former Chelsea, Manchester City and Celtic star Scott Sinclair was another big name to wake up unemployed this week after his release from Bristol Rovers.Club captain Sinclair, who shares three children with his former Corrie star ex Helen Flanagan, was let go by Rovers following their relegation into League Two.Scott Sinclair has been released by Bristol RoversCredit: GettySinclair’s ex is former Corrie star Helen FlanaganCredit: Instagram More

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      ‘Marco Silva won’t be happy with this’ – Moment Fulham star is FLOORED by Adama Traore in dressing room wrestling match

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      FULHAM star Adama Traore went viral for FLOORING team-mate Calvin Bassey TWICE in two dressing room wrestling matches.Traore, 29, and Bassey, 25, locked horns in a friendly bout in front of their team-mates at the Cottagers’ training ground at Motspur Park.Fulham stars Adama Traore and Calvin Bassey wrestled in the dressing roomAnd Traore showcased his monstrous power by slamming Bassey on the concrete floorThe two heavyweights faced off in two rounds that required each participant to pin his opponent’s back on the floor.Traore showed his monstrous strength as he won the first round with relative ease by slamming his opponent on the concrete floor.And Bassey joked later that the result would be different if he just had more “grip”, perhaps in reference to the fact he had sliders on for the first bout.The second round didn’t go any better for the centre-back, who had trainers on by this point, as the winger floored him again in another dominant display that justified his reputation as the Premier League’s biggest powerhouse.Read more on FootballThe friendly bout was met with laughs and cheers from team-mates.And some fans joined in on the fun as they wondered what would happen if manager Marco Silva had walked in.One supporter tweeted: “Marco Silva won’t be happy with this video…”Another commented: “When he [Silva] comes in.. PAUSE.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA further comment read “Bet the manager was p***** they was doing this”While others jokingly advised Traore to consider a career in UFC or MMA.Fulham star Calvin Bassey shows Arsenal fans his bum at worst time possible A fan wrote: ” Lol, [Traore] would’ve had better chances with UFC than with football.”Another said: “His [Traore] agent should call Dana White. A summer UFC fight won’t be bad.”But there were also some Fulham fans who weren’t too impressed with what they saw in the dressing room as they pointed out that could have led to a serious injury.This comes amid the West Londoners’ bid for a rare European qualification as they chase an eighth-place finish, which would lead to the Conference League if Crystal Palace don’t win the FA Cup.One fan tweeted: “What if they get injured in the process?! Who’s paying the wages?”Another commented: “Wrestling on concrete. Great idea…”A third wrote: “Imagine being a pro footballer and you get injured like this…”Fulham star Traore showcased his monstrous strengthBassey joked he would do better if he had more ‘grip’ More