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    ‘I thought you were 40’ – Filip Hrgovic in hilarious back and forth over Joe Joyce’s age as he vows to KO ‘old’ Brit

    JOE JOYCE is out to prove that age is just a number – after Filip Hrgovic tried to put years on him. Joyce returns on Saturday in Manchester in a make-or-break clash with his career on the line. Filip Hrgovic had a hilarious exchange over Joe Joyce’s ageCredit: GettyJoyce fights Hrgovic in ManchesterCredit: GettyAnd he does so against Hrgovic – who was beaten by Joyce in a 2013 amateur bout. The two go way back, but still the travelling Croatian still does not know how old his British rival is. Hrgovic said: “Man’s, he’s 40 years old.”But Joyce hit back: “Actually, 39. But near enough.”READ MORE IN BOXINGHrgovic, 32, said with a smile: “Okay, I didn’t know. If he’s 39 then he’s young. “I thought you were 40. But, look, he’s definitely not at the peak of his career and fighters get old and that’s just the reality. “I’m seven years younger and I think it’s going to play a role in this fight.”Hrgovic returns as a beaten fighter for the first time having been stopped in eight rounds by Daniel Dubois, 27, last June. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJoyce meanwhile lost a punishing points decision to Derek Chisora, 41, a month later to leave his career in the balance. But he looks to KO any retirement talk by getting back to winning ways against Hrgovic. Boxer flips table as Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic press conference descends into chaos Joyce said: “It’s a good fight. It’s good to share the ring with Hrgovic again – we had a good scrap last time, 12 years ago. “The same result is going to happen. I’m going to win and then get elevated back to the top of the sport.”Hrgovic stepped in for Dillian Whyte, 36, who pulled out with an injured finger. He said: “It was short notice. I had just a few weeks. But I was already in good shape. That is why I accepted this fight. “I think it’s a good opportunity for me and this win will hopefully bring me back to the top. “I’m looking forward to winning on Saturday, knocking him out, and getting back to the top. That’s the plan.” Joyce facing off with HrgovicCredit: Getty More

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    Man Utd fans tell Berbatov ‘give Rooney your anti-ageing cream’ as he stuns with youthful looks in ‘odd couple’ snap

    DIMITAR BERBATOV wowed fans as he reunited with his old Manchester United team-mates.Berbatov and co got back together for a legends match against Celtic at Old Trafford, which they lost on penalties following a 1-1 draw, to raise funds for the Man Utd Foundation.Dimitar Berbatov and Wayne Rooney posed for a selfie together at the Man Utd v Celtic legends gameCredit: https://www.instagram.com/berbo9/Legendary top scorer Wayne Rooney showed class is permanent by curling a sumptuous free-kick into the top corner.Berbatov, 43, caught a picture with Rooney, 38, in the dressing room before sharing the selfie to Instagram.The Hungarian captioned his post: “The Odd Couple.”However, Red Devils fans were left stunned at his youthful appearance.READ MORE ON MAN UTDReacting to the post on Instagram, one said: “Berba, give Wazza your anti-ageing cream…”A second said: “Give him your workout routine.”A third said: “Funniest part is Berba is older but looks younger than Rooney.”A fourth added: “What we’d give to have these pair back in their prime at OT.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother said: “Can you both comeback from retirement please?”Between them, the pair have 708 appearances for United and scored 309 times. Man Utd hero Lee Sharpe opened up about the most unforgettable hairdryer treatment he ever received from legendary manager Sir Alex FergusonOther former stars including Danny Simpson and Phil Bardsley returned to Old Trafford as well, with the former teasing a 3v3 boxing fight alongside Bardsley and Rooney.The return of a number of club legends also prompted fans to ask for them to come out of retirement. With the likes of Michael Carrick and Darren Fletcher putting in a stunning midfield display, and some going as far as saying the former could start in their midfield now.United’s next game takes them away to Southampton, where Erik ten Hag’s side will be desperate to get back to winning ways after back-to-back defeats. More

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    Sir Chips Keswick dead at 84: Former Arsenal chairman who oversaw four FA Cup triumphs dies as tributes pour in

    FORMER Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick has died at the age of 84.Keswick was a lifelong Gunners supporter, and was a regular feature at Highbury when he was younger.Former Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick has diedCredit: Getty – ContributorKeswick took over as chairman in 2013 and oversaw four FA Cup triumphsCredit: Getty – ContributorAn Arsenal statement announced the sad news this morning.The club said: “It is with great sadness that the club reports the death of former Chairman, Sir Chips Keswick.”A lifelong Arsenal supporter, he was a regular at Highbury after first standing in the boys’ enclosure in 1949 and listed his early heroes as the Compton brothers and Jimmy Logie but, above all, goalkeeper – and later manager – George Swindin, as young Chips was a budding schoolboy keeper himself.”Keswick became the chairman of the north London side in 2013 having initially joined the club’s board alongside Lord Harris in November 2005.READ MORE ON ARSENALIn becoming chair he replaced Peter Hill-Wood.During his time there he oversaw the team winning four FA Cups, with his final year fittingly seeing the team win the 2020 FA Cup as he stepped down in May of that year.The tribute continued: “Retirement allowed him to spend more time with his beloved family as well as indulge in his other great sporting passion, horse racing – he was a respected owner of numerous racehorses over the years. “Sir Chips will be greatly missed by everyone at Arsenal who knew him and we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Lady Sarah and their children David, Tobias and Adam.”Most read in FootballKeswick had previously been a vice-chairman of Hambros bank between 1986 and 1998 and knighted by the Queen for services to banking in 1993.He was known to be a keen racehorse owner and owned some with the Queen.Keswick won the Cheltenham Festival Novices’ Handicap Chase in 2014 with Present View, trained by Jamie Snowden, but missed it because Arsenal were playing in Europe.After landing another Cheltenham win last year, he said on his first time miss: “It is great to be here this time. I had to watch Arsenal against Bayern and they beat us 3-1 (on aggregate).”I retired when I was 80 from the board. I think when you leave, you leave. “You shouldn’t hang around, but rest assured I watch Arsenal every time on the television.”Sir Chips Keswick “the perfect chairman”
    Sir John Chippendale “Chips” Lindley Keswick was a major figure at Arsenal Football Club.
    He joined the board in 2005 and then in 2013 was named chairman – a role he held for seven years.
    During that time as chairman, Arsenal won the FA Cup four times.
    He earned his money as chairman of Hambros Bank and as a director of the Bank of England.
    Upon his retirement as the most powerful man at Arsenal in 2020 he said: “It has been an honour to be the chairman of this great football club.
    “Arsenal has always held a special place in my life and that will remain the case in the future.”
    Current Arsenal owners Stan and Josh Kroenke said at the time he stepped down: “His extensive business knowledge and experience coupled with his deep love of Arsenal have made him the perfect chairman.”
    He was a lifelong Arsenal fan. More