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      Wayne Rooney offered high-profile TV role as Man Utd legend considers whether to return to management

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      WAYNE ROONEY is wanted as a star pundit for Amazon Prime – while deciding whether to return to football.The former England captain, sacked by Plymouth last month, made his Amazon debut in Manchester City’s Champions League play-off first leg with Real Madrid.Wayne Rooney could have a big future as a punditCredit: GettyThe Prem icon has been coaching in Dubai this weekCredit: Instagram / footballescapesRooney, 39, has proved to be a popular pundit with his honest views, and has already worked for Sky Sports and BBC Sport.Amazon, although set to lose Premier League rights at the end of this season, will continue to show Champions League football until 2027.The ex-Manchester United striker will be able to do as much work as he wants for the station.Meanwhile, Rooney is deciding his next steps in the game having also managed Derby, DC United and Birmingham before his stint at Plymouth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told former Red Devils’ team-mate Gary Neville on his YouTube show The Overlap: “I would like to go back in [to management]. But it would have to be the right club.”I’m not in a massive rush to go back in. There’s different things that I’m looking at to try and get involved with… unless something was absolutely the right thing to do.”Every club I’ve been at, I’ve put myself in a really challenging situation.”I’ve had some great experiences, good ones, bad ones (and) you’ve always got that to fall back on.”Most read in FootballRooney poked fun at himself on his Amazon debutCredit: X @primevideosportBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThis week, however, Rooney is in Dubai – after accepting a coaching role during the February half-term break. He’s working with Football Escapes, tutoring young children at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel.Inside Coleen and Wayne Rooney’s incredible £1k a night Disneyland trip with the kids – and a special birthday surpriseFellow ex-Prem stars Michael Owen and Mark Noble are among other coaches employed by the company. Rooney was a big hit when making his Amazon bow last week at the Etihad – helped by his relaxed joking.Predicting a hostile reception at United’s neighbours City, his first words were: “Obviously a stadium I’ve scored a lot of goals in.”He also trolled HIMSELF during a heavy downpour where he was the only Amazon pundit on the pitch without an umbrella.Rooney, who has had two hair transplants, said: “I hope the rain doesn’t come down any more, my hair will be all over the place!” More

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      Kylian Mbappe suffers awkward wardrobe malfunction as Amazon Prime commentators joke ‘surely he has sponsors for this’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE suffered an awkward wardrobe malfunction in Real Madrid’s win over Manchester City.The LaLiga giants faced the Cityzens in the Champions League play-off round.Kylian Mbappe’s laces snapped against Manchester CItyCredit: amazon PrimeHe had to go off the pitch to deal with the issueCredit: Amazon PrimeHe then had to redo the lacesCredit: Amazon PrimeMbappe, 26, started the game but needed to leave the pitch inside just nine minutes.The forward could be seen fiddling with his boots on the touchline while the action continued.It was then realised that his laces had snapped on his boot, and a replacement was needed.The commentators could not help but poke a bit of fun at the Galactico.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLOne said: “Surely he has sponsors for this.”Fans were also unforgiving as they reacted to the wardrobe malfunction on social media.One posted: “Mbappe’s laces are off haha.”A second wrote: “Mbappe needs his mum to tie his laces.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA third commented: “State of them laces on Mbappe.”A fourth said: “Mbappe’s laces are cooked.”Wayne Rooney rips into Man City after just three seconds of Amazon Prime jobAnother added: “Mbappe broke his laces and needs a new shoe LOL.”Manchester City took the lead in the match as Erling Haaland smashed his effort past Thibaut Courtois.However, fans complained at the length of time that was needed for VAR to check the goal.Minutes later Jack Grealish was forced off with an injury in front of England manager Thomas Tuchel.Mbappe was on target to level the game as Real went on to win the clash 3-2, with Jude Bellingham netting the winner.Meanwhile, Wayne Rooney was in attendance as he made his debut for Amazon Prime.And he was quick off the mark to make a dig against the host team due to his background as at Manchester United player. More

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      My hair will be all over the place’ – Wayne Rooney leaves Amazon Prime panel in stitches with gag about Manchester rain

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      WAYNE ROONEY trolled himself on his rain-lashed Amazon Prime debut.The Manchester United icon was the only one in a four-person broadcasting team at Manchester City against Real Madrid without an umbrella.Wayne Rooney gave himself some stick over his hairCredit: X @primevideosportAnd when his brolly bravery was pointed out to him, Rooney joked: “I hope the rain doesn’t come down any more, my hair will be all over the place!”Rooney is understood to have had two hair transplants.The procedures are thought to have cost around £30,000.After his first op in 2011 he was happy to share the experience on social media.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe posted: “Just to confirm to all my followers I have had a hair transplant. I was going bald at 25, why not? I’m delighted with the result.”Rooney reportedly then had a top-up two years later.The former Everton striker, 39, was sacked from his last managerial job in December – after just seven months in charge of Plymouth.But amid a string of offers he chose a TV stint with Amazon.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd in fact it took him just THREE SECONDS with the microphone at the Etihad on Tuesday night to land a dig.He told his new colleagues: “Obviously a stadium I’ve scored a lot of goals in.”Wayne Rooney rips into Man City after just three seconds of Amazon Prime jobA grinning Rooney then added: “I’m sure I’ll get a nice welcome.” One fan responded on X: “6 goals he scored at the Etihad btw wouldn’t say that’s a lot of goals.”Meanwhile, City were more concerned about keeping Real out – with Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe both starting for the visitors. More

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      ‘I’ve scored a lot of goals’ – Man Utd idol Wayne Rooney rips into Man City after just THREE SECONDS of Amazon Prime job

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      WAYNE ROONEY set a cheeky new record just three seconds into his debut as an Amazon Prime Video pundit.The Manchester United legend was at the Etihad for City’s Champions League play-off with Real Madrid.Wayne Rooney made a mischievous instant impactCredit: GettyHe scored six goals at the Etihad Stadium during his careerCredit: GettyAnd after just THREE SECONDS the ex-striker joked: “Obviously, it’s a stadium I’ve scored a lot of goals in…”Rooney immediately added: “So I’m sure I’ll get a nice welcome!”He joined Gabby Logan, Daniel Sturridge and Clarence Seedorf on Prime for the coverage of the match.The former England skipper has had some memorable moments at the Etihad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, his overall stats against City are pretty modest – by his incredible standards.Rooney, 39, notched nine goals and three assists in 27 games against the Cityzens for United and Everton.And six of these came on City’s own patch, with five during his time at Man United and one at the Toffees.Fans loved the joke as they reacted on social media.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne posted: “Hahaha classic one from Rooney there.”A second commented: “Brutal jibe from Wazza.” ‘My hair will be all over the place’ – Wayne Rooney leaves Amazon Prime panel in stitches with gag about Manchester rainWayne Rooney’s record-breaking careerWAYNE Rooney took the football world by storm when he made his debut for 2002 with Everton.He quickly became the club’s youngest-ever goalscorer aged 16 years and 342 days and was named the BBC’s Young Sports Personality of the Year.The striker joined Manchester United in 2004 and spent 13 years at Old Trafford. He went on to make 559 appearances for the Red Devils and scored 253 goals. To this day he is still the club’s all-time leading goalscorer.Following his spell with United, Rooney returned to Everton for a season. He also spent one-season stints with D.C. United and Derby County at the end of his career.As well as his impressive club career, Rooney is also England’s second-highest goalscorer with 53 goals in 120 appearances, behind only Harry Kane.After hanging up his boots, the England icon turned to a career in management.He took charge of Derby County in 2020 and managed to just about save the club from relegation from the Championship at the end of his first season.However, with Derby handed a 21-point deduction the following campaign, he was unable to keep them up again and subsequently left.Then came a 15-month spell in charge of MLS side D.C. United. He failed to impress during his time in Washington and parted ways with the club at the end of the 2023 regular season.Rooney was controversially handed the Birmingham job in October 2023, replacing John Eustace with the club doing well and sixth in the Championship table.However, in 15 games he suffered nine defeats and managed just two wins. He was sacked in January 2024 with Birmingham down in 20th. The club were relegated to League One at the end of the campaign.He returned to management in May with Plymouth Argyle but managed just five wins in 25 games. The United legend now finds himself out of work once again.The former Red Devils star is a club legend with an all-time record of 253 goals in 559 appearances in all competitions.He starred for the club between 2004 and 2017, during which he won five Premier League titles and one Champions League.He retired in 2021 and has worked in club management up until last year when he was axed by Plymouth Argyle.He has recently been tipped for a stunning return to the dugout with Steven Gerrard at Rangers. More

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      Chelsea goal ace Cole Palmer signs megabucks deal with Amazon to star in Three Lions documentary

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      GOAL ace Cole Palmer has signed a six-figure deal with Amazon to star in a Three Lions documentary.The four-parter will chart England’s next generation — including the Chelsea star, 22.Cole Palmer has signed a six-figure deal with Amazon to star in a documentaryCredit: GettyFilming has begun with the series, which follows the England squad, due for release in springFilming has begun, with the series due for release in the spring.A source said: “This is an exciting project for everyone.“Amazon were desperate to land Cole. He’s one of the hottest properties in the world. The series will lift the veil on his life so far, feature exclusive footage, and help him connect with fans on a new level.“But it won’t just be about Cole. Other England players of the future have also signed up.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLEREngland are among the favourites to lift next year’s World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.New boss Thomas Tuchel took over at the start of the month from Gareth Southgate, who encouraged his young stars to speak about their hopes and dreams.Sources said the Football Association were consulted and approved the project.One source added: “They know how important players like Cole will be if England are to end a 60-year wait for a major trophy.Most read in Football“It’s important they allow a relationship to form between the players and fans. The FA saw the fruits of that under Southgate and want it to continue.“Cole is intensely private but a balance has to be struck, given how special a talent he is. He’s excited and wants fans to get to know him. He’s just a normal kid.“He loves football and is a whizz on Fifa in his spare time.”Cole recently trademarked his shivering goal celebration and made moves to own the term “Cold Palmer” to use to sell products.Jack Grealish’s reaction to Cole Palmer becoming a manager says it all as he and Maguire apologise to Chelsea star More

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      Plymouth Argyle SCRAP fly-on-the-wall documentary after Wayne Rooney was axed as manager and club face relegation

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      PLYMOUTH ARGYLE have scrapped their fly-on-the-wall documentary following Wayne Rooney’s departure.Rooney, 39, left by mutual consent on New Year’s Day alongside No2 Mike Phelan and first team coach Simon Ireland following a dismal run of one win in 14 games.Wayne Rooney was axed following Argyle’s 2-0 defeat to OxfordCredit: GettySunSport revealed in November that filming had commenced on a documentary series showcasing Argyle’s battle against the Championship drop.The Pilgrims had hoped to flog the series to a streaming service such as Netflix or Amazon Prime Video – raising significant money and the club’s profile in the process.Amid Argyle’s 10-game winless run and Rooney’s departure, however, The Guardian report that club bosses have scrapped the project.They claim that it was felt the project could become a “distraction”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFilming had commenced in October, but after working at just two games, production staff were told to “take a break”.Lorton Entertainment had been working on the project.The production company has ties to the former Pilgrims boss, having worked on the feature length documentary “Rooney” – shown on Amazon Prime Video, and “Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story”, which aired on Disney+.Despite Argyle’s documentary plans having been largely driven by Rooney and his team of advisers, club bosses did sign off on it initially.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLorton are understood to be co-owned by Kenny Shepherd, who is also a shareholder in Triple S Sports – the agency that have represented Rooney since he was a teen.Plymouth Argyle have declined to comment.Rooney has bagged a new role for 2025 as house husband – after blowing the final whistle on his manager job with failing Plymouth ArgyleLong-time Argyle coach Kevin Nancekivell has been placed in caretaker charge alongside injured captain Joe Edwards.The duo guided the Pilgrims to a 2-2 New Year’s Day draw with Bristol City at Home Park, and are expected to be in charge of tomorrow’s Championship trip to Stoke City.After the Bristol City game, Nancekivell paid tribute to outgoing boss Rooney.’PRIVILEGED TO GET TO KNOW HIM’He told the BBC: “I’ve seen Wayne. He’s obviously disappointed and really sad. It’s a horrible time.”People see the Wayne Rooney who’s an England international and legend of world football, but they don’t know him as a person.”I’ve been privileged to get to know him. He’s a super human being and he showed a lot of class when he came and said his goodbyes to us.”Nancekivell, 53, could remain in temporary charge as the Pilgrims take on Brentford in the FA Cup next week.Former Argyle boss Steven Schumacher, who left for Stoke City in December 2023, is the early front-runner to succeed Rooney.Remarkably, Schumacher’s Home Park predecessor Ryan Lowe is the second favourite for the post, having left Argyle for Preston in December 2021.Kevin Nancekivell paid tribute to RooneyCredit: GettySteven Schumacher is favourite to land the Argyle gigCredit: GettyWHAT’S NEXT FOR WAZZA?As for Rooney, he is expected to be offered an immediate return to punditry work.A TV insider told SunSport: “Wayne is regarded as one of the best pundits in the business.”He’s very, very knowledgeable about the game.”And even though he’s actually quite a shy person, he really feels at home in a TV studio.The insider added: “It’s been a rubbish end to 2024 for Wayne, but he’s not going to be out of work for long.”He’ll be offered punditry work straight away and there’s interest from Sky in a potential long-term deal to tie him down as a pundit.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Wayne still harbours ambitions of making it as a manager.”But, like Gary Neville, it might end up being the case that he can carve out a more successful and lucrative career as a pundit rather than as a manager in the dugout.”Rooney, 39, is likely to return to punditryCredit: Rex More

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      Amazon Prime Video presenter and John Legend give fans ‘second hand embarrassment’ after Arsenal’s win over Ipswich

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      JOHN LEGEND gave his best rendition of North London Forever in a “cringeworthy” interview at the Emirates Stadium last night.The superstar singer was in north London to watch on as Arsenal jumped back up to second place in the Premier League thanks to a 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town.John Legend left fans ‘cringing’ live on Amazon Prime VideoCredit: Amazon SportLegend and wife Chrissy Teigen were at the Emirates Stadium for Arsenal vs Ipswich TownCredit: Amazon SportLegend was gave his best rendition of Arsenal’s pre-match song ‘The Angel’Credit: Amazon SportAmazon presenter Alex Aljoe had to feed the lyrics to the global superstarCredit: Amazon SportCameras had found Legend and his wife Chrissy Teigen sitting in the stands during the game with their kids.But the folks at Amazon Prime Video managed to wangle themselves a pitch-side interview after the game had come to an end too.Presenter and reporter Alex Aljoe had a chat with the 12-time Grammy Award winner about his time in the capital and even managed to get him to sing live on the coverage.Aljoe asked Legend to give his best shot at singing Arsenal’s pre-match song ‘The Angel’, better known as ‘North London Forever’.READ MORE ON ARSENALWith a little help from Aljoe feeding him the lyrics line-by-line, Legend was able to sing a small part of the song while fans at home watched on.However, not all supporters were impressed and instead found the interaction to be a tough watch.On social media, one fan wrote: “Second hand embarrassment”. While another added: “Awkward interview”.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA third commented: “Every bit of my body is cringing”.And a fourth posted: “This is proper cringeworthy”. Mikel Arteta reveals Bukayo Saka is set to miss months after surgery as he gives injury update on Arsenal starPerhaps the main reason that it was hard for fans to watch was Legend’s own admission that he didn’t know the words.Clearly attending for the first time since the Gunners’ began singing the pre-match song, Legend had told Aljoe that he was trying to figure out what the fans were singing.He said: “I was listening and trying to figure out what everyone was singing. But I love how synced up everyone is – it’s incredible”. It wasn’t exactly a thriller for the Hollywood couple, with Arsenal somewhat limping their way to a 1-0 victory in the absence of star man Bukayo Saka.But a goal from Kai Havertz helped the Gunners to earn three points in the busy festive schedule where points are always more important than performances.Kai Havertz was the difference maker as Arsenal beat Ipswich 1-0Credit: GettyArsenal ratings vs IpswichBy Katherine WalshARSENAL leapfrogged Chelsea back into second in the Premier League table with a 1-0 win over Ipswich.Kai Havertz’s close-range finish midway through the first half proved to be the difference between the title-chasing Gunners and relegation-threatened Tractor Boys. Here’s how SunSport’s Katherine Walsh rated the Arsenal players at the Emirates Stadium…David Raya – 5Cut a lonely figure and must have been cold standing on his goal-line for most of the first half as his team-mates enjoyed 84 per cent possession.Had his first touch on 31 minutes but was called upon more in the second half as Ipswich grew into the game.Jurrien Timber – 6Got the fans on their feet with a glorious run through the middle of the park inside 19 minutes, but his limp long range shot was easily kept out by Muric.Clearly had a licence to roam, cutting in from full-back and driving up the pitch.William Saliba – 7Joined Gabriel in the highest line set-up of the season. The pair of them were at the edge of Muric’s box for most of the first half.The Frenchman was solid in dealing with a boisterous Liam Delap.Gabriel – 8Great game for the Brazilian to ease back into 90 minutes after starting against Crystal Palace on Saturday.Caused his usual nuisance in the opposition area from corners but missed a sitter from a Rice set-piece in the 64th minute.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7Getting more and more impressive each week. The way he moves with that low centre of gravity makes him so hard to dispossess.But a poor clearance saw Ipswich enjoy a first spell of possession before the hour mark.The 18-year-old was poked and prodded by Ipswich striker Delap and Kalvin Phillips at times but dealt with it well.Declan Rice – 7Rice was pushed into a defensive No6 role but didn’t have to stay there long.Energetic as always and added another level of attack he got his foot on the ball and won a dangerous free kick on the edge of the area.Kai Havertz – 8Officially back in midfield in Saka’s absence after having played most of the season up top.But the German was in the perfect elusive centre-forward’s position to tap home with a breakthrough opener inside 23 minutes.Rotated and exchanged the No9 role – perhaps Arteta has found a new partnership that may see them through this spell without Saka.Martin Odegaard – 6Rare off evening for the Arsenal captain but nothing too drastic. Uncharacteristic air ball inside six minutes and wasn’t as sharp in his passing.Perhaps missing the chemistry he has with Saka and lost the ball cheaply at times.Gabriel Martinelli – 6All eyes were on the winger as he filled in for Saka on the right-hand side.The Brazilian perhaps lacks the directness of the Gunners’ starboy, but he saw plenty of the ball and linked up well with Jesus.Whipped the first ball in for Havertz’s goal which came out to Trossard who provided the assist.Leandro Trossard – 7Started on the left and kept the ball alive to steal a yard on Ben Johnson and provide Havertz with a wicked cross and his 12th goal of the season.Troubled Ipswich’s Johnson with his direct running and tireless work rate throughout.Gabriel Jesus – 5Jesus clearly had the bit between his teeth at the moment after last week’s goal rush.Couldn’t quite hold his run well enough when breaking through after 34 minutes for his offside goal. Perhaps over eager at that moment.Looked disappointed when he was subbed off with 20 minutes remaining. More

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      ‘Such a pity’ – Major broadcaster ENDS Premier League coverage as fans are left heartbroken

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      AMAZON PRIME VIDEO signed off on their six years of Premier League coverage last night.The streaming platform have broadcast two complete rounds of matches during the last half-dozen Prem seasons.Gabby Logan signed off on Amazon Prime Video’s Prem coverageCredit: X formerly Twitter / @primevideosportBut with the next TV deal kicking in next season, Prime Video have been squeezed out.Prime’s package, which included all Boxing Day fixtures and another mid-week round of games, was removed from the latest round of bidding.The streamer had been paying around £30million per season, but would have found themselves potentially having to shell out around 10 times that figure to compete with Sky Sports and TNT Sports for any of the other packages.Gabby Logan presented coverage of their final match, last night’s clash between Arsenal and Ipswich.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe popular presenter signed off from the Emirates, saying: “We’ve had six fantastic years of Premier League football on Prime – 128 games, 335 goals, some singing from John Legend and countless epic moments.”We hope you’ve enjoyed those as much as we have loved making them. Don’t worry, we will continue to bring you exclusive coverage of Tuesday’s top Champions League games all season long.”So on behalf of everyone at Prime, we wish you a very happy new year and we’ll see you again soon.”Prime Video posted Logan’s farewell to their social media channels, as well as a montage featuring the best bits of their coverage.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe streaming service offered live Prem football to plenty of British households that do not have Sky Sports or TNT Sports.With the next TV deal running to the end of the 2028-29 season, those fans will now miss out on seeing any live games.’New MOTD host’ Gabby Logan’s live TV interview with Liverpool boss Arne Slot ends awkwardly Following Logan’s sign-off, plenty of fans took to social media to vent their frustration.One wrote: “Such a shame, Amazon coverage is on another level.”While a second echoed: “Great coverage, will be missed!”A third asked: “Best coverage out there. Come back.”And a fourth claimed: “What a pity.”Another added: “You guys should do the prem full time.”THE NEW DEAL EXPLAINEDTNT Sports will retain their usual Saturday 12:30pm kick-off slot, while they will also show two mid-week rounds of games.The broadcaster will show 52 Premier League matches in total per season.Sky Sports, meanwhile, are set to show 215 Prem games per season, starting next year.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey will continue to broadcast matches on Friday and Monday evenings, Saturdays at 5:30pm and Sundays at 2pm and 4:30pm.Sky will now also be able to show matches moved to 2pm on Sunday due to clubs’ participation in the Europa League or Europa Conference League. More