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      Premier League legend comes out of retirement aged 53 and scores 25-yard free-kick winner

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      DAVID JAMES came out of retirement after more than a decade to score a winning goal for a Sunday League team.The former Premier League star and England international turned out for AFC Hutwood in a one-off appearance to help with their title chase.David James played for a Sunday League sideCredit: @AFCHutwoodJames, 53, made 572 appearances in England’s top flight during his career.He was back in goal for the first half of the City of Southampton Sunday FL Division One match.However in the second half, James was swapped to be an outfielder.It could have reminded James of the time that former Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce played him as a striker in 2005 vs Middlesborough.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJames made an impact as he smashed home the winning goal in the game from a 25-yard free-kick.The ex-Liverpool and West Ham star hit his effort against the post, and it went in via a defection of the goalkeeper.Speaking after the game, James told BBC Radio Solent: “I kept asking the manager to take me off.”Fortunately, he didn’t as we got a free-kick, which I smashed goalbound.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”It hit the post, then hit the goalkeeper and went in.”James never scored a goal during the entirety of his professional career, which lasted over 25 years.David James makes brutal swipe at Bradley Walsh on The Chase for Soccer AIDJames was invited to play in the match on social media, and with his role as an ambassador for energy company Utilita’s Football Rebooted initiative, he was more than happy to get involved.The campaign aims to provide football boots for people who cannot afford them.James added: “The idea of the campaign is to keep boots in the community.”We want people to have them that want to take part in football but maybe can’t afford them.”The aim is for anyone to be able to play, not matter who you are.”James will be back in action on June 9 as he will play in Soccer Aid for Unicef. More

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      BBC commentator ‘loses all composure’ as he goes wild on-air during Man Utd’s epic FA Cup win over Liverpool

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      AMAD DIALLO’S last-gasp winner for Manchester United saw a commentator “lose all composure” on the gantry.The Red Devils booked their place in the FA Cup semi-final with a thrilling 4-3 win over Liverpool in extra-time.Gaz Drinkwater nearly lost his voice as Amad Diallo scored Man Utd’s winnerCredit: X@Radio_GazThe winger booked United’s place in the semi-final with a 122nd minute strikeCredit: GettyMass celebrations at Old Trafford went as high as the gantryCredit: GettyAlejandro Garnacho led the counter-attack after Jurgen Klopp’s side gave the ball away from a corner.He ran from his own-half and then passed to Diallo, who finished brilliantly into the bottom corner before the 21-year-old winger was given a second yellow card for taking his shirt off.The goal sparked wild celebrations at Old Trafford that went as high as the commentary box.BBC Manchester reporter Gaz Drinkwater has gone viral as the United supporter failed to control his emotions live on the radio.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe ended up losing his voice amid the excitement, saying: “Two against one, it’s Garnacho, he has Amad to his left, he find Amad Diallo for United.”Amad Diallo has won the game for United, one of the most incredible games of football you will ever likely to see and the Theatre of Dreams has erupted.”Drinkwater was left breathless by the time the ball hit the back of the net and he admitted: “I lost all composure.”The broadcaster also posted a selfie on social media with his hands over his face in shock.Most read in FA CupFans loved it, with one saying: “The strain on your voice hahahaha.”Another added: “Brilliant commentary.”Antony rages after he is told to play left-back against Liverpool before Rashford tells Man Utd star to get on with itA third wrote: “Love this. What it is all about.”Drinkwater will be back on the gantry and hoping for more excitement in the semi-final as Man Utd take on Coventry at Wembley.Gaz Drinkwater is a BBC Manchester reporterCredit: @Radio_Gaz More

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      BBC commentator goes viral for ‘most ridiculous analogy ever heard’ during Chelsea vs Leicester FA Cup clash

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      JONATHAN PEARCE’S amazing commentary of Chelsea vs Leicester has gone viral thanks to an incredible analogy.The BBC commentator produced the moment after Chelsea retook the lead in stoppage time in their topsy-turvy FA Cup quarter-final.Jonathan Pearce produced the ‘most ridiculous analogy ever heard’ in Chelsea’s FA Cup winCredit: BBCThe moment occurred after Carney Chukwuemeka put the Blues in front late onCredit: GettySubstitute Carney Chukwuemeka restored their advantage as they rallied to beat the Foxes 4-2 in the FA Cup on Sunday.After the goal, Pearce exclaimed: “You would normally say they have one foot in the semi-final.”But for Chelsea it’s like one foot on a doormat on a slippery tile floor that’s already coated with water. You never know with them.”His analogy rapidly went viral on social media as fans reacted to Pearce’s commentary.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan wrote on X: “Jonathan Pearce with the most ridiculous analogy I’ve ever heard.”Another added: “Jonathan Pearce almost getting trapped in an endless simile loop then.”A third supporter also commented: “Jonathan Pearce what on earth was the commentary.”Meanwhile, one more said: “Jonathan Pearce has just woken up after a five-year sleep.”Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPearce was joined by former England defender Martin Keown for the quarter-final at Stamford Bridge.Keown himself had been left shocked by Raheem Sterling’s “ridiculous” free-kick before Chelsea retook the lead.Gary Lineker calls for huge FA Cup rule change after Chelsea knock out his beloved Leicester in thrilling clashAfter being pegged back from 2-0 down, with Axel Disasi scoring a horror own goal, the Blues had looked destined to be taken to extra-time.However, Chukwuemeka and fellow substitute Noni Madueke both scored in added time to spare their blushes.Sterling had earlier missed a penalty with the score at 1-0, whilst Callum Doyle was sent off for Leicester during the second half. More

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      BBC One somehow MISS Chelsea’s horror own goal and then nearly miss another seconds later as fans blast ‘howler’

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      FURIOUS football fans have blasted the BBC after they somehow MISSED Leicester City’s first goal vs Chelsea.Chelsea were taking on the Foxes in the FA Cup for a place in the Wembley semi-finals when the howler occurred.BBC’s coverage of Chelsea v Leicester in the FA Cup missed Axel Disasi’s own goalDisasi looped the ball over his own goalkeeperCredit: PAGoals from Marc Cucurella and Cole Palmer had given Mauricio Pochettino’s side a 2-0 half-time lead.Six minutes after the restart Blues defender Axel Disasi had a nightmare as he tried to pass the ball back to goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.Under pressure from a Leicester star his pass back was lifted far too high in the air for Sanchez to collect and arced into the Chelsea net for a stunning own goal.However, viewers at home only caught a glimpse of the goal as the ball nestled into the net. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat was because the BBC were instead showing replays of a recent Chelsea attack instead.The Beeb were almost at it again minutes later.As they showed replays of the Disasi own goal, Chelsea went up the other end and very nearly scored themselves.The BBC got their camera back on the game just in time for Nicolas Jackson’s shot to flash harmlessly wide of the post.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERTaking to social media, one viewer said: “Miss a goal and then almost miss another goal because of obsession with multiple replays.”A second said: “Who is in charge of this Chelsea broadcast at BBC?! Just missed the goal cos they were playing a replay.”Could Jose Mourinho return to Chelsea?A third said: “BBC has just managed to miss a goal by showing a replay. That is just embarrassing production work.”Another wrote: “One of the great own goals and the BBC missed it.”A fifth added: “BBC Sport making an absolute howler missing the Live Leicester goal too busy zooming in and waffling on about players and managers.”Disasi’s unfortunate own goal also saw him get both barrels from the travelling support, with chants of “shoot” being heard from Leicester fans everytime he touched the ball thereafter.Stephy Mavididi then scored a belter by cutting inside past Malo Gusto and bending a shot into the far post beyond Sanchez at full stretch to level the scoring. But a Callum Doyle sending off undid Leicester’s good work.Down to 10-men, Leicester couldn’t stop Chelsea’s waves of attack with Carney Chukwuemeka and Noni Madueke both netting in injury time at the hosts won 4-2.Moments after Disasi’s own goal an idiot pitch invader caused play to be temporarily halted.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe winner of this game drew Manchester City in SunSport’s simulated draw for the semi-final.The draw will commence 15 minutes after Manchester United’s match against Liverpool later today, which will decide the final team in the FA Cup semi-final. More

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      BBC FA Cup pundit congratulated by commentator for making Guardiola smile with PA announcement during win over Newcastle

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      PEP GUARDIOLA was left smiling after Manchester City’s man of the match against Newcastle was announced.Phil Foden was confirmed as the award winner over the tannoy as City won 2-0 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.Pep Guardiola was made to smile by Danny Murphy’s man of the match choiceCredit: BBC SportPhil Foden was announced as man of the match in Manchester City’s win over NewcastleCredit: ReutersHis reaction left BBC commentator Guy Mowbray congratulating pundit Danny Murphy.The former England midfielder had chosen Foden as his man of the match at the Etihad Stadium.After spotting Guardiola’s smile, Mowbray said: “Little bit of a smile on the face of the Manchester City head coach. You’ve done well Danny Murphy.”Foden was on form for City once again as they eased into the last four on Saturday evening.The 23-year-old is enjoying an impressive season this term, scoring 18 goals and providing 10 assists across all competitions for City.However, it was Bernardo Silva on the scoresheet against Newcastle as he grabbed both City’s goals.Guardiola’s side now join Coventry in Sunday’s semi-final draw, which will take place after Manchester United vs Liverpool.The winner of Chelsea vs Leicester will complete the semi-final line-up for next month’s Wembley showdowns.Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCity’s cup run could provide a boost for their Premier League title rivals as the Newcastle victory causes another fixture shake-up.Their April 20 clash with Tottenham will now have to be rearranged after the treble winners reached the FA Cup semi-finals.The Premier League’s Top 10 sexiest managers according to AIVictory over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals will only leave the final week of the season for the match to be played.The winner of City vs Real Madrid will play either Arsenal or Bayern Munich in the last four of Europe’s premier club competition. More

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      BBC Scotland sports presenter celebrates birth of first child as adorable baby pic shared in brilliant video

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      BBC SPORTS presenter Leeanne Crichton has been absent from the airwaves in recent times as she took time off for the birth of her first child. And now the happy news of the arrival of a new member of the team has been announced on social media.Leeanne Crichton (right) with wife MarianneLeeann Crichton (left) in action during her time at Glasgow CityCredit: The SunThe 72-times capped international star stepped into the media limelight more than four years ago and is a regular on BBC Scotland’s Sportsound and Sportscene coverage.In addition to her commentary and punditry duties, former Scotland women’s international Leanne is still involved with the game as a midfielder with Motherwell.But her partner Marianne is involved with another sport altogether, as the chief operating officer of Boxing Scotland.And it was Boxing Scotland should announce the arrival of the pair’s baby daughter Cameron Victoria Crichton via their X/Twitter feed in the time-honoured way of a boxing introduction – voiced up by top Scottish boxing announcer Craig Stephen.”At 1.04pm Tuesday 5th March 2024 she made her debut in the world. “Weighing in 7lbs 1oz and wearing nothing but a smile, she is the fighting pride of Leeanne and Marianne. “Introducing Cameron Victoria Crichton.”A message to accompany the post read: “INTRODUCING……Cameron Victoria Crichton. Most read in Football”Congratulations from everyone at Boxing Scotland to our very own Chief Operating Officer Marianne Crichton and partner Leanne who welcomed their baby daughter to the world earlier this month.”Crichton, 36, had previously confirmed the news she was having a baby on the BBC podcast she shares with pal Rachel Corsie.Scotland star shares adorable baby gender reveal as family celebrates heart-warming momentThe birth was originally meant to happen on St Patrick’s Day, March 17th.But Crichton said: “It’s arriving a lot quicker than I’d expected it to arrive.”I feel when other people are pregnant it feels like they’re pregnant forever, it seems so long, but now we are now in this moment and time is going by really fast.”She added: “It’s super exciting it’s been an up and down journey. I won’t lie and say it’s been seamless to get to where we are but it’s just incredible.”Every day is – not a rollercoaster – I’m enjoying every day because it’s so different.”Earning a touching tribute from her fellow presenters when she took her sabbatical from Sportsound, she admitted she couldn’t stick around Pacific Quay any longer – just incase the tense title run in brought on an early arrival and some studio drama.She joked: “It’s probably best I wrap things up now because the next couple of weeks could be quite tense and I’d never want to take the limelight away from VAR!READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’d never want to make it all about me.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page  More

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      ‘What is it with Sky?’ asks Gary Lineker as he reveals he ‘doesn’t really understand’ new broadcast feature

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      GARY LINEKER put Micah Richards on the spot as he questioned a new feature on Sky Sports’ football coverage.The England legend and former Manchester City star are now regular faces on our TV screens for BBC show Match of the Day.Mike Dean is part of a new referee commentary feature on Sky SportsCredit: twitter @SkySportsNewsGary Lineker, Micah Richards and Alan Shearer discussed it on The Rest is FootballCredit: The Rest is FootballRichards, who also works for Sky Sports, and the Premier League’s all-time top scorer Alan Shearer have also recently become part of the new hit podcast The Rest Is Football, which is hosted by MOTD pal Lineker.The three former footy stars have provided plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, with Shearer even revealing how he once caught an unknown couple getting kinky on a piano in his hotel room.However, during the latest episode discussing Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Manchester City on Sunday, Richards was awkwardly put on the spot after covering the game with Sky.The broadcaster has introduced a new feature that includes a referee, in this case Mike Dean, joining the commentary to discuss decisions during the game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd while chatting about Ederson’s challenge on Darwin Nunez that led to Liverpool’s penalty, it triggered something in Lineker to go in two-footed.He said: “What is it with Sky and this co-commentary with a referee thing? It’s kind of drifted in, I think BT did it a little bit…“During the game, I don’t really understand it. It’s almost like saying that you pundits don’t understand the laws of the game.”Richards replied: “Yeah but we don’t know all of the laws of the game do we Gaz?”Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL “Speak for yourself, Micah,” responded Lineker as Richards continued: “Come on. Pundits don’t know the laws…”Lineker hit back with: “Well they should do as it’s very much part of the job now.”11 forgotten stars who define Liverpool vs Man Utd rivalryRichards said: “Yeah, but I mean… How many times have you heard pundits get it so wrong.“They are just giving their opinion and not matter of fact.”Lineker then put Richards on the spot and asked him to name names, which led to an awkward laughter from all three as SHearer attempted to break the ice with: “He’s gone all quiet!”Lineker then continued his argument by stating: “You can see if it’s a foul or not. It’s blindingly obvious things – it’s just something with me…“Obviously, broadcasters are looking to try and change things and do something a little bit different and all that, but I do find that one a tad odd.“Have one if there’s something actually contentious at some point, maybe, but we know a foul, we know the laws of the game.”“Do we though,” interrupted Richards before Lineker replied, perhaps tongue-in-cheek, with: “Yes. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read all the laws of the game.”Then it was Richards that refused to back down as he asked Lineker: “OK, how many times on Match of the Day have you had to read something new out when they’ve changed a law.”But Lineker said: “I think that’s a thing where you tell the audience about a change, that you read out the law of the game for them.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I don’t think that we are reading out for ourselves. We shouldn’t be, I don’t think.”Shearer then attempted to put an end to the debate by saying: “I know what you’re saying Micah but we should know them, shouldn’t we. Well, some of us do.” More

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      Jurgen Klopp offered new job outside of management ahead of emotional Liverpool exit at end of season

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      JURGEN KLOPP is being lined up for a shock career change in his first job after leaving Liverpool, reports suggest.Klopp, 56, announced he would be leaving the Reds at the end of the season.Jurgen Klopp is being lined up by TV bosses for their Euro 2024 coverageCredit: GettyThey view the Liverpool boss as a must-watch featureCredit: AFPBut the German could now be in line for a move into punditry.National broadcaster bosses at BBC and ITV are eyeing Klopp for their punditry teams for coverage of Euro 2024.According to the Daily Mail, both are “desperate” to land the former Borussia Dortmund manager for his analysis of the tournament being held in his native Germany.They believe the Anfield boss would be a must-watch feature on their programmes, with BBC chiefs said to have been more aggressive in their approach.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, the Mail’s report adds the pair are set to be disappointed.Rather than immediately stepping into punditry when he leaves Liverpool following his nine-year spell in charge, Klopp will turn down the offers. It is claimed Klopp will attend the Euros, but will be attending as a football fan.He is said to have tickets for each of Germany’s first three group stage matches, starting with the tournament curtain raiser in Munich against Scotland on June 14.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Klopp said he wanted to take some time away from football when leaving Liverpool due to running out of energy.His farewell tour started out in dream fashion by winning the Carabao Cup against Chelsea in February.’I can’t wait until Klopp leaves’, shouts Gary Neville live on Sky Sports after Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final winKlopp has also hinted at the possibility of retirement, but admitted he was unsure on such a move.Although he said he will certainly never manage another club in England.He said: “If you ask me, ‘Will you ever work as a manager again?’ I would say now no.”But I don’t know obviously how that will feel because I never had the situation. “What I know definitely – I will never, ever manage a different club in England than Liverpool, 100 per cent. That’s not possible.”My love for this club, my respect for the people is too big. I couldn’t. I couldn’t for a second think about it. Xabi Alonso is perfect man for the jobBy Dan King
      XABI ALONSO ticks almost every box to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, and if Bayer Leverkusen don’t let their lead at the top of the Bundesliga slip the case for him to do so will be irresistible.
      The former Kop idol knows the club inside out after five seasons at Anfield and has made no secret of his enduring affection.
      Alonso has already forged a reputation as an innovative coach playing an attractive, pressing style, usually in a fluid 3-4-2-1 formation.
      He has taken Leverkusen from second bottom of the Bundesliga to seven-points clear at the top, putting them on course to be crowned German champions for the first time in their 120-year history.
      It’s worth remembering that both Rafa Benitez and Klopp arrived at Anfield with proof they could dethrone clubs who dominated their leagues.
      For Alonso to do the same, in only his second season as a top-flight manager, would mark him out as something special.
      It is that lack of long-term experience that would still make appointing him to replace Klopp a gamble.
      But otherwise, he looks like the perfect candidate as Liverpool are forced to plan a future without the man who made them champions of England, Europe and the world.

      “There’s no chance. This is part of my life, we are part of the family, we feel home here. There’s no chance to do that.”But all the rest, will I ever work again? Of course, I know myself, I cannot just sit around. I will find something else maybe to do.”But I will not manage a club or a country at least for a year, that’s not possible, I cannot do that and I don’t want to. That’s all.”A number of managers have been tipped as potential replacements for Klopp.Among these are Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorin and Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi.Klopp previously lifted the lid on how he told his wife Ulla about his decision.Klopp’s Liverpool record
      Played: 475
      Won: 291
      Drew: 105
      Lost: 79
      Trophies:
      1x Premier League
      1x Champions League
      1x FA Cup
      2x League Cup
      1x Uefa Super Cup
      1x Club World Cup

      He said: “I tried to describe it already, I had to explain it to Ulla clearly.”I tried to explain it with, I’m like a proper sports car – not the best one but a pretty good one, can still drive 160, 170, 180 mph but I’m the only one who sees the tank meter is going down.”The outside world doesn’t see that, that’s good, so you go until as long as we have to go, but then you need a break. In this case, you need to go to the petrol station.”That’s exactly what I know I have to do, but nobody has to worry until the end of this season, I know that I will be fine until then.”As for her reaction, he added: “I had to explain it, of course I had to. “It was not like, ‘Oh, thank God.’ You must not misunderstand. Not at all.READ MORE SUN STORIES”She asked me why and I explained it like I explain it now to you, with a few more maybe private details, but besides that it was pretty similar.”And obviously Ulla wants me to do well and be fine, and when she realised that I’m really clear about that – and she knows I don’t take these kind of things lightly – she is happy for me, that I’m happy with the decision. Because that’s the truth.”Klopp’s wife Ulla is supportive of his decision to step back from managementCredit: Rex More