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      Former England manager, 72, makes shock return to management with seventh tier minnows after two years out

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      FORMER England boss Peter Taylor has made a stunning return to management with seven-tier minnows Canvey Island.The 72-year-old had been out of work for two years after being sacked by Maldon & Tiptree.Peter Taylor has been named as the new boss of seventh-tier Canvey IslandCredit: RexHe managed one England game before Sven-Goran Eriksson’s appointmentCredit: GettyBut Taylor is now back in the beautiful game after penning a deal with non-league Canvey Island.They play in the Isthmian League Premier Division and finished 17th under former boss Brad Wellmen.He resigned last month after a four-year stint at the helm.And Canvey Island fans will be hoping that Taylor’s experience sees them rise up the ranks quickly.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former winger has been around the block several times and enjoyed a glittering playing career with the likes of Crystal Palace and Tottenham.Taylor, who also played four times for England in 1976, then moved into management with Southend in 1993.He later enjoyed spells with Gillingham, Leicester and England’s U21s.But the pinnacle of his career came in November 2000 when he was appointed England caretaker for a 1-0 defeat to Italy.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSTaylor stepped in for fellow interim Howard Wilkinson, himself a short-term replacement for Kevin Keegan.The game saw David Beckham captain the Three Lions for the first time.I tried Harry Kane’s knobbly sticks after England star did a Gary Lineker by releasing snack brand – here’s my verdictWhile stars like Rio Ferdinand, Jamie Carragher, Emile Heskey and Gareth Barry were promoted from the U21s.But Taylor’s time quickly came to an end when the FA appointed Sven-Goran Eriksson as England’s first-ever foreign coach.Taylor then spent a while at Brighton, Hull and Crystal Palace while also managing the Young Lions again.Stevenage Borough, Wycombe Wanderers and Bradford City followed, as well as a spell as boss of Bahrain.Taylor returned to the England set-up again, this time with the U20s, before taking charge at Gillingham.He next moved abroad to India with the Kerala Blasters before returning to Gillingham.Read More on The SunTaylor then managed Dagenham & Redbridge and Welling United before being appointed Maldon & Tiptree boss in December 2022.But he was axed eight months later before Canvey Island finally came calling this week. More

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      Man Utd vs Athletic Bilbao FREE BETS: Get up to £40 bonus to spend on football with talkSPORT BET

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      MANCHESTER UNITED bring a 3-0 lead over Athletic Bilbao back to Old Trafford on Thursday as they look to book a Europa League final place.And brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim up to £40 in free bets when they register an account and stake at least £20 on the semi final second leg.Man Utd vs Athletic Bilbao: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim talkSPORT BET offertalkSPORT BETVisit the talkSPORT website HERE*Create an account and Opt In to this promotion via the OFFERS tabMake a depositPlace your first bet up to £40, minimum £20, on any football market, at odds of Evens or greaterYou must do this within 7 days of registrationOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first betFor example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free betsIf you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free betstalkSPORT BET: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim Here*Man Utd vs Athletic Bilbao: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*What’s the offer?Brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim a welcome bonus of up to £40 when they register an account.How to claim?Simply visit the talkSPORT BET website on your mobile device and create an account. Opt in to this promotion via the OFFERS tab and then make a deposit via debit card or Apple Pay.Stake £20 or more on any football market at odds of at least Evens. Remember, you must do this within 7 days of opening your account.What happens next?Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first bet bet.For example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free bets. If you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free bets:On settlement of your qualifying bet, your account will be credited with the following:£10 free bet – Bet Builder (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Correct Score (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)And the following free bets, which will be credited 24 hours after the first bonus funds:£10 free bet – To Win and Both Team to Score – 90 mins (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Acca 4+ selection (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)*18+ New customers only. Opt in via mobile device, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply. 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 – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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      Manchester United vs Athletic Bilbao prediction: Free betting tips, odds, free bets and Europa League preview

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have more than one foot in the Europa League final and will hope to finish off the job in style against Athletic Bilbao on Thursday.SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview their home second leg and select the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesManchester United vs Athletic Bilbao previewJust 90 minutes stands between Manchester United and a spot in the Europa League final.Not many people would’ve seen that 3-0 victory coming last week and after the Bilbao red card in the first half, United would probably be slightly disappointed it wasn’t more!Bruno Fernandes was front and centre yet again and it’s incredible how he’s carried this side in this competition.It’s no surprise to see he was one of a few changes to the side on Sunday as they went down 4-3 at Brentford.Bilbao had no such “luxury” to rest their players over the weekend, given they’re in a real competition to finish fourth and book a Champions League spot next season.That ended in a goalless draw at Real Sociedad, taking their winless run on the road to four games and only one win from their last TEN away from home.They’ve also failed to score in any of their last four away games so it’d be quite the achievement should they come back from this.First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 2-0 at 17/2 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Bruno Fernandes 5/1 with talkSPORT BET – HEREMan Utd vs Athletic Bilbao latest oddsOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William 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 Utd vs Athletic Bilbao predictionsCase in pointCasemiro has become one of the first names on the teamsheet in the last couple of months and his goal in the first leg highlighted why.His disciplinary side also seems to have improved but on a night like this, if it does get edgy for whatever reason, his European experience will help slow things down.Casemiro to be carded at 13/8 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREMDL SOTMatthijs de Ligt’s return from injury has come at a timely moment for Manchester United.He managed half-an-hour in the last two games – including the first leg – and could be thrown in from the start here.Even if not, he’ll likely appear at some point to solidify what United have and he’s a monster presence in the opposition box.De Ligt shot on target at 2/1 with William Hill – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. 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Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full 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 – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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      Man Utd ‘add Moise Kean to striker shortlist as they consider shock transfer for ex-Everton star’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are keeping tabs on Fiorentina star Moise Kean ahead of the summer transfer window.Kean, 25, has been enjoying a total transformation with the Viola as he has regained his former goalscoring prowess with 17 goals and three assists in 30 Serie A appearances after his arrival last summer.Manchester United are keeping tabs on Fiorentina star Moise KeanAnd the striker’s rejuvenation has turned a lot of heads around the continent, with United included in the list of suitors for his signature.According to Foot Mercato, Man Utd have added the Italy international in their transfer shortlist amid their ongoing search for a new centre-forward.The Red Devils’ list also includes Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres, Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who is currently out on loan at Galatasaray.Kean, though, appears as a more affordable option as he carries a £42.5million release clause in his Fiorentina contract.Read More on Man UtdThat is significantly less than the sum the Manchester giants would have to splash for an elite striker to take them to the next level.However, that bargain asking price will only be valid from July 1 to 15 of this summer.And United are facing a potential bidding war with Bayern Munich, who have been monitoring developments all season and are guaranteed a place in next season’s Champions League.Man Utd, on the other hand, will have to win the Europa League to play in Europe’s elite competition next term.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordKean has come a long way from his Everton days where he only scored a mere four goals in 39 matches during a forgettable four-year stint following his move from Juventus in 2019.The Italian was loaned out to Paris Saint-Germain and former club Juve where he made a permanent return in 2023, which only lasted a year.Moise Kean shows off his super skill with training at PSGNevertheless, Gyokeres appears to pose as United’s priority this summer.However, Ruben Amorim’s side face immense competition from Arsenal who are also desperate for an elite striker.The Sweden international has amassed a staggering total of 52 goals and 12 assists in 49 appearances.Delap, on the other hand, is set to be subject of another bidding war with plenty of Premier League teams keeping tabs.The same goes for Osimhen whose Napoli future is uncertain but is surely set to attract immense interest from Europe’s biggest hitters.Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres poses as a priority for Man UtdNapoli star Victor Osimhen, who’s on loan at Galatasaray, is also on Man Utd’s shortlistMan Utd are also keeping tabs on on Ipswich Town star Liam Delap More

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      Real Madrid ready to raid Liverpool for another star by copying Trent Alexander-Arnold transfer tactic

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      REAL MADRID are preparing another attack on Anfield, with another Liverpool star in their sights.Los Blancos have a verbal agreement with the Reds’ right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is expected to join the Spanish side on a free transfer this summer.Trent Alexander-Anrold is on his way to MadridCredit: PAThe La Liga outfit are trying to add the Englishman to their ranks before they jet off to the United States for the Club World Cup.Now, with one Liverpool defender (almost) signed, Real are lining up another. Furthermore, it would mean that they have decimated half of Arne Slot’s four-man defence, and the entirety of the right side of his quartet.The man in question is Ibrahima Konate, who Madrid are keeping a watchful eye on as the Frenchman’s contract ticks down at Anfield. Read more footballKonate, 25, moved to Merseyside in 2021 from RB Leipzig and has made 129 appearances for the club. However, there is uncertainty over the French international’s future at Liverpool, with his current deal set to expire at the end of next season. Madrid lay in wait for Alexander-Arnold, piling on the pressure as the season wore on, with the climax being a £20 million offer to sign him immediately back in January. That bid was swiftly rebuffed by Slot’s side, but it played a crucial part in the England right-back refusing to budge on his position, indicating that he wanted to make the switch to Spain.Most read in FootballIbrahima Konate is the next man to be linked with a Spanish switchCredit: GettyBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKShould Madrid make their interest in Konate more concrete, they would be looking to add him to ranks that need bolstering. Antonio Rudiger, another freebie signed from the Premier League, ruptured his mensicus last month and will be out for around six to eight weeks.Trent Alexander-Arnold announces he is leaving Liverpool after 20 years in emotional video LiverpoolIn the meantime, natural central midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has had to deputise in the heart of defence, with manager Carlo Ancelotti not keen to trust former Wolves defender Jesus Vallejo. Raul Asencio, 22, has emerged as a reliable first-team option, particularly in the absence of the injury-ridden David Alaba on the left side of the central pairing, while Eder Militao has been a long-term miss with a torn ACL. More

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      Piers Morgan wears ‘Make Arsenal Great Again’ hat as fans arrive in Paris for Champions League semi-final

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      PIERS MORGAN wore a “Make Arsenal Great Again” hat as he headed to Paris on the Eurostar.The 60-year-old is in the French capital for the Gunners’ Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain.Piers Morgan headed to Paris on the EurostarCredit: X / @piersmorganArsenal fans have been enjoying themselves in ParisCredit: PAGunners supporters have posed in front of the Eiffel TowerCredit: PAMikel Arteta’s side head to France with an uphill task, having lost last week’s first leg 1-0 in London.Irrespective of their deficit, Arsenal fans including Morgan have arrived in Paris dreaming of a place in the Champions League final in Munich on May 31.Travelling supporters have been warned to be “vigilant” during their time in Paris.A section of PSG supporters have gathered a reputation for hooliganism.READ MORE ON ARSENALArsenal told supporters to take “sensible precautions”.While fans have also been warned against visiting Paris’ Auteuil suburb.Despite urging caution, the Gunners handed out 2,000 scarves to travelling supporters.Several have been seen being worn by fans walking around the city today.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesSupporters pose in their Arsenal scarvesCredit: PAThe Gunners handed out 2,000 scarves to supportersCredit: PAArsenal have arrived in Paris with a one-goal deficitCredit: PASome supporters have even paraded their Arsenal colours for pictures in front of Eiffel Tower.Last month, Aston Villa headed to Paris for their Champions League quarter-final against PSG.Arsenal tipped to finish FOURTH by Jamie Carragher as he predicts race for Champions League placesFans brawled in Paris’ Pigalle region on the eve of the match.The Sun subsequently revealed that Villa supporters had been deliberately targeted by hooligans.Arsenal boss Arteta and midfielder Declan Rice headed to the Parc des Princes yesterday.Ahead of the match, optimistic Arteta said: “We are here to make history, and we have a big opportunity.”We are a win away from being in the Champions League final, in one of the most beautiful cities in the world against a great opponent – it doesn’t get much better than that.”Hopeful Arsenal fans have identified four omens for a potential comeback victory this evening.They include PSG having lost all of their Champions League semi-final home legs.Mikel Arteta and Declan Rice were at Parc des Princes yesterdayCredit: GettyArteta, 43, was optimistic in his pre-match press conferenceCredit: Getty More

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      Fan swaps five kilos of semi-dried fish worth hundreds for ticket to watch Tottenham in Europa League semi-final

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      A FOOTBALL fan secured a ticket for Tottenham’s Europa League semi-final at Bodo/Glimt in a swap for a bucket of FISH.Spurs travel to Norway on Thursday looking to hold on to their 3-1 lead from last week’s first leg in London.A fan secured a ticket for Spurs’ trip to Bodo/Glimt by trading a bucket of fishCredit: AlamyTottenham travel to Norway as they look for a place in the Europa League finalCredit: GettyThe tiny stadium holds just 8,000 fans and only 450 tickets were made available late onCredit: Kenny RamsayAnge Postecoglou’s men are desperate to reach this month’s final, where they will likely play Premier League rivals Manchester United.But with Bodo/Glimt’s stadium holding just over 8,000 seats, only a handful of tickets were made available for Thursday’s big clash.According to the Independent, 50,000 supporters were left to compete for just 480 tickets put on late release.But one Norwegian managed to bag a ticket in bizarre style.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTorbjorn Eide is a production manager at a fish farm in Senja.And he managed to eventually get his hands on a ticket by offering up five kilos of boknafisk, a semi-dried fish delicacy, in exchange.The value of the food came in at £182, with Eide saying: “We produce Norway’s best boknafisk, and you probably can’t get it in Bodo city.“So I thought maybe someone would want it.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSOystein Aanes swapped his ticket for the fish, adding:”It was just a fun thing.”It then inspired another Norwegian, Nils Erik Oskal, to offer up five kilos of reindeer meat worth £73 for a ticket.Tottenham fan brings along his puppet to watch the match And to his delight, someone eventually came forward with an offer.Oskal said: “Someone took the bait. It didn’t take long.“(The price) doesn’t matter. I get to experience something huge.” More

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      Four lucky omens that give Arsenal hope of incredible Champions League comeback win against PSG

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      ARSENAL might need a miracle in Paris tonight, but should they produce one, the omens are in their favour.Mikel Arteta is trying to lead the Gunners to a first-ever European crown, and the North Londoners find themselves with a stiff job on their hands as they travel to the French capital.Bukayo Saka was on target for Arsenal against Real Madrid in the quartersCredit: RexMikel Arteta is trying to mastermind a solution to the toughest of tasksThey will kick off at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday a goal down after a 1-0 home defeat last week.Ousmane Dembele’s early strike proved the difference.Arteta’s side don’t come into this huge fixture in the best of form, having slipped to a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth last weekend, as Dean Huijsen and Evanilson secured a crucial win for the Cherries.However, if Arsenal are to do the improbable under the Paris night sky, the history books read that this could be their year.Read more footballThere are four omens that point towards it being a successful end to the campaign for them. New winner every time in Munich Every time the final has been hosted in the Bavarian capital, there is always a fresh winner of Europe’s elite competition. Germany’s third largest city has played host to the final four times. The first was at the Olympiastadion, where Nottingham Forest famously defeated Malmo in 1979, and the second was in 1993, when Marseille overcame AC Milan. Most read in Champions LeagueBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKArsenal fans will be hoping Gabriel Martinelli hits top form in ParisCredit: GettyRoberto di Matteo’s Blues won a dramatic shootout, with Didier Drogba the hero that night. Hence, the omens also suggest that when European Cup finals are held in Munich, and English sides are involved, they win. Arsenal boss Arteta shuts down reporter after being asked revealing question ahead of crucial PSG Champions League clashStrong on their travelsArteta’s side are unbeaten in all of their last four away games on the continent. Last time out, the Gunners beat Real Madrid 2-1 in a rousing comeback at the Bernabeu, and before that, they thrashed PSV 7-1 in the last 16.In the league phase, they edged past Girona and smashed Sporting Lisbon. They have never won five on the spin on the road in Europe, but Arteta will argue that that creates yet another chance for his players to make history.The brilliance of David Ginola wasn’t enought for PSG in 1995 vs MilanCredit: Action ImagesPSG have lost all their Champions League semi-final home legsThe French side might have home advantage, but that might not be a good thing considering their history in the last four at the Parc des Princes. They were beaten 1-0 by Borussia Dortmund in last year’s semi in Paris, and 2-1 by Manchester City in 2020/21.They were defeated by AC Milan in their first semi-final appearance in 1995.It must also be remembered that the Ligue 1 champions have never lifted the Champions League trophy, either. This is new territory for them, too.PSG were dejected last year after being dumped out by DortmundCredit: AFPNeymar and co were defeated by Manchester City in 2021Credit: The SunOusmane Dembele was the first leg heroCredit: GettyEvery year the Pope has died, an English team has won the Champions League Say it quietly, but Pope Francis’ tragic passing this year could be another sign that Arsenal could win it. When Pope John Paul died in 1978, Nottingham Forest won Europe’s top prize. Read More on The SunWhen Pope John Paul II passed in 2005, Liverpool remarkably won the trophy from the jaws of defeat against AC Milan, and when Pope Benedict XVI died in on New Year’s Eve 2022, Manchester City went on to win a maiden European title in May. Could this be a sign for Arsenal?Pope Francis recently died – which could be a sign for ArsenalCredit: AP More