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      Inside Sam Allardyce’s two-year break, from being served by robot barmen on cruise to being offered role on hit BBC show

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      SAM ALLARDYCE is set to end his two-year hiatus from football when he is confirmed as Leeds boss on Wednesday.The 68-year-old is expected to take over the West Yorkshire club for the final four games of the season as he bids to steer them clear of relegation.
      Sam Allardyce is set to take over as Leeds manager until the end of the seasonCredit: PA
      His last managerial stint was not a successful one as he took West Brom down to the Championship at the end of the 2020/21 campaign.
      And since then he has been getting up to all sorts away from the coaching game.
      According to The Mail, just a few weeks ago the ex-England boss was enjoying the Bionic Bar on a Royal Caribbean cruise – where two robotic bartenders serve your drinks.
      Prior to that, he visited his grandson, Sam, at university in Orlando where he is said to have enjoyed an “impromptu neck and back massage”.
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      He then embarked on the cruise with his wife, daughter and grandsons – with the ship labelled “the boldest, the biggest and larger than life”.
      And the family celebrated the 21st birthday of grandson Keaton by visiting an Alice in Wonderland-themed restaurant.
      Allardyce’s time spent away from the pitch came despite him being offered routes back into the game.
      He received approaches from China, Greece and Turkey but turned them all down.
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      The former Newcastle, Bolton, Everton and West Ham man was also handed a lucrative deal outside of football.
      BBC’s hit-show Strictly Come Dancing enquired about him appearing on the programme as a contestant – which he declined.
      His wife also vetoed the idea of him going on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.
      But he has kept himself somewhat in the football sphere, attending a Manchester United game as a boardroom guest of Sir Alex Ferguson’s back in February.
      And he returned to Old Trafford on Sunday to watch the Red Devils secure a 1-0 win over Aston Villa.
      In April, he was spotted at Bolton’s Papa Johns Trophy final triumph over Plymouth.
      And when news of Leicester sacking Brendan Rodgers emerged during a Q&A in a corporate lounge, he was quoted as saying: “Well, I’m available”.
      He also recently discussed on his “No Tippy Tappy Football” podcast what he could offer Leeds should they come calling.
      He said: “I’ve no problem looking at the Leeds situation. You go in and set a structure of not to get beat.
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      “Confidence is built by results. It starts with a 0-0. The more draws then extend into winning matches.
      “The players are suffering from a huge lack of confidence. That is built by waking up on a Sunday morning and not feeling, ‘We’ve lost again’.” More

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      Huge sporting tournament at risk of TV BLACKOUT unless broadcasters stump up more cash

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      FIFA President Gianni Infantino has threatened Lionesses fans face a BLACKOUT of this summer’s Women’s World Cup.But BBC and ITV are understood to remain confident they will agree a deal to ensure Sarina Wiegman’s side are on our screens when they play in Australia.
      Gianni Infantino has warned there could be a UK blackout if broadcasters fail to agree a dealCredit: AFP
      Infantino made his warning as it emerged that Fifa has still to agree broadcast deals with ANY of the Big Five countries – England, France, Spain, Germany or Italy.
      That is despite the tournament kicking off Down Under in just 11 weeks’ time.
      The Fifa President said: “To be very clear, it is our moral and legal obligation not to undersell the Fifa Women’s World Cup.
      “Therefore, should the offers continue not to be fair, we will be forced not to broadcast the Fifa Women’s World Cup into the ‘big five’ European countries.
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      “Broadcasters, especially public broadcasters funded by taxpayers’ money, should put their action behind their words.
      “They rightfully criticised football organisations for not paying equally women and men or not having the same prize money.

      “We need to generate these revenues and they should help us because otherwise we will simply not sell these rights to them at these undervalued prices.
      “Then the European public will not be able to watch the women’s World Cup which after the success of the last tournament and the Euros will be really a pity, a slap in the face for the women’s game.”
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      England go into their opening game against Haiti in Brisbane on July 22 as European champions and the inaugural holders of the “finalissima” trophy after beating South American title-holders Brazil at Wembley.
      But while the broadcast deal for the UK has yet to be confirmed, it is understood that negotiations for split coverage by the BBC and ITV are advanced and are expected to be of sufficient value to ensure there is no blackout of the tournament.
      There is big interest in the World Cup and ticket sales broke the 500,000 mark in January. More

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      BBC Sports host Emma Louise Jones shares clip just moments before awkward wardrobe malfunction at Leicester training

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      BBC SPORT host Emma Louise Jones shared a clip of her visit to Leicester City’s training ground, filmed just moments before she suffered a wardrobe malfunction.The latest clip shared to her Instagram story teased a segment of a video shoot with Leicester stars Wout Faes and Harry Souttar for MOTDx.
      Emma Louise Jones shared a clip of her shoot at Leicester’s training ground
      In which she had to explain what Coriander was
      Emma shared the story of her awkward malfunction earlier this monthCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/eljonesuk/3080042995684076550/
      She feared she could ‘flash’ passers-byCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/eljonesuk/3080042995684076550/
      In the teaser, the Leicester defenders played a game of ‘red card yellow card’, with them needing to show a colour card to represent their opinion.
      Emma asked the duo their thoughts on coriander, with Faes putting a yellow card up.
      But Souttar hilariously admitted he did not know what coriander was – leaving Faes in stitches – though Emma was on hand to explain.
      Earlier this month Emma shared an awkward story where she revealed her jumpsuit had ripped immediately after the shoot.
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      In the clip, she explained how she had just concluded her visit at the Foxes training ground, with disaster striking moments later as she made her way back to her car.
      She said: “I’ve just finished a shoot at Leicester City’s training ground and my bloody jumpsuit’s broken.

      “No word of a lie, from the top all the way down. I’ve had to walk through the training ground all the way to my car clinging on for dear life.
      “And, I wouldn’t mind, but it’s the first bloody time that I’ve worn it. I’ll be sending that right back thank you very much New Look. And me left hand is in absolute agony from clinging on so hard.
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      “Also, I’ve now got to get home without making any service stops because I can’t be flashing in any services can I? I’ve had a nightmare here.”
      After a little while, Emma added: “Right, I’m feeling a little more optimistic about my journey home. 
      “The only thing that is bringing me a little bit of anxiety is if a lorry or a bus or something drives past me or pulls up next to me, will they be able to see right the way in as I’m exposed below the belly button.
      “So, if you drive something big or tall, can you let me know how much you can see in so I know please.
      “Do you ever feel like things just happen to you as I feel like things just happen to me.
      “It was always going to be me whose jumpsuit broke the first time I wore it at Leicester City’s training ground.
      “I should really learn from this to take a second outfit, which I should do anyway as I spill stuff down myself all the time.
      “So that’s the take away from this – in the future I will pack a second outfit.”
      But she took advice from fans to cover up with a plastic bagCredit: Instagram @eljonesuk
      Emma has 387,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram
      Emma, who has admitted her breasts are so big they BEEP her car horn, then kept her 387,000 followers updated after taking in some advice some received.
      Holding an orange Sainsbury’s bag over her chest, she said: “Shootout to the people in my DMs suggesting that I put a bag there.
      “I had my lunch in this. You’d never know would ya? Look at that. I’m free again. This is liberating.”
      The BBC presenter, 30, has amassed an army of fans for her work on Leeds TV since 2017.

      She shot onto the national scene during England’s 2018 World Cup warm-up clash against Costa Rica.
      The Cheshire native, who now works for MOTDx and Premier Sports, began her broadcasting career in local radio but is now a star on the big screen More

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      BBC and ITV pundits including Roy Keane and Ian Wright warned they will NOT be getting pay rise next season

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      FOOTBALL pundits across BBC Sport and ITV Sport have been warned they will not be getting a pay rise next season.Manchester United icon Roy Keane works for ITV across domestic and international football.
      Roy Keane works for both Sky Sports and ITVCredit: Getty
      Ian Wright works for both BBC and ITV across various competitionsCredit: BBC
      And Arsenal legend Ian Wright spreads himself across more than one outlet, turning up on BBC’s Match of the Day and ITV’s coverage of England games and cup competitions.
      But no pay increases will be handed out across both terrestrial channels next season.
      The cap comes after reports of Sky Sports axing broadcasters from their coverage.
      Soccer AM’s 30-year stint was brought to an end last month… and they may not stop there.
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      There have been reports of long-time reporter Geoff Shreeves getting the boot.
      A Sky Spokesperson said: “Our coverage of football is evolving to reflect the changing habits of our viewers and ensures we continue to deliver the best experience for customers.
      “Our proposal would mean the creation of new roles, and the closing of some existing roles, and we are currently in a consultation period with our people.”
      Long-serving studio analysts Phil Thompson, Charlie Nicholas and Matt Le Tissier were axed in 2020 as Sky looked to go in a new direction.
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      This led to presenter Jeff Stelling announcing his intention to leave at the end of the 2022 season, before reversing the decision later on.
      Meanwhile, BT Sport will be renamed TNT Sports following a merger with Warner Bros Discovery.
      WBD also own Eurosport, and under the merger both BT Sport and Eurosport are set to disappear from TV screens.
      BT is scrapping its popular Score football show on Saturday afternoons, which is presented by Jules Breach and Darrell Currie.
      TNT Sports will incorporate the live offerings from both BT Sport and Eurosport.
      WBD acquired BT Sport last year in a deal reportedly worth £633million.
      That means Premier League games will be shown under a new channel from next season, as BT Sport’s deal to show games runs until 2025. More

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      Top 10 most iconic lines of commentary in football history including ‘Agueroooo’ and Man Utd 1999 Treble moment

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      “IT GETS better and better and better” – or does it? Take this quiz on iconic football commentary moments to find out if you’re worthy of a seat in the commentary box.
      Sergio Aguero’s title-winning goal was brilliantly accompanied by Martin TylerCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Gordon Banks denied Pele with that famous save at the 1970 World CupCredit: Reuters
      Lines like “they think it’s all over…”, “the Crazy Gang has beaten the Culture Club,” and “AGUEROOOOOOOO!” are etched in the memory of fans of the beautiful game.
      But do you know who uttered these special words or when they said them? Put your knowledge to the test.
      CopyBet.com, which developed the quiz, also commissioned a poll of 2,000 adults who watch football – and found John Motson is their favourite commentator of all time.
      A spokesperson said “We’ve been blessed with some amazing commentators over the years and sadly we’ve lost some of the true greats in recent years.
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      “For many of us, our memories of particular moments are likely entwined with the lines of commentary.
      “It’s hard not to think of that winning goal from Aguero and not hear the words of Martin Tyler or England winning the World Cup and not hear ‘they think it’s all over…’”
      Fittingly these two lines of commentary were voted as the most iconic by those polled – Kenneth Wolstenholme’s came top followed by Martin Tyler’s “Aguerooooooo!!”.
      While third spot went to Bjørge Lillelien’s “Maggie Thatcher your boys took a hell of a beating” from Norway vs England in 1981.
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      The study also revealed who the dream football broadcast team would be made up of.
      In addition to featuring commentary from John Motson, it would feature punditry from Alan Shearer, Ian Wright and Roy Keane – and would be presented by Gary Lineker.
      The study also revealed what characteristics make for a winning commentator, an entertaining pundit, and a game-changing presenter.
      For commentators, player knowledge (33 per cent), impartiality (26 per cent), and the ability to create an engaging narrative (24 per cent) are important.
      With pundits, having a solid understanding of the game (36 per cent) is key, as is not being afraid to disagree with colleagues (28 per cent), and an unbiased approach (26 per cent).
      When it comes to presenters, knowledge (59 per cent) also appeals to viewers, followed by an ability to keep conversation flowing (38 per cent) and good banter (36 per cent).
      And the topics fans especially enjoy their favourite experts discussing include controversial decisions (32 per cent), analysis of individual players (25 per cent), and good attacking moments (22 per cent).
      Paul Gascoigne’s superb free-kick against Arsenal was greeted with superb commentaryCredit: PA:Press Association
      Wimbledon beat Liverpool in the 1988 FA Cup finalCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Part of their fondness for particular pundits, presenters, and commentators also appears to be due to familiarity – 62 per cent said watching or listening to coverage is like spending time with mates.
      While 62 per cent also said their favourite football broadcaster takes their mind off worries they might have.
      Carried out through OnePoll, the study found those polled listen to two hours and seven minutes of football coverage on the radio a week and watch three hours 28 minutes on TV.
      Their top three favourite shows are BBC’s Match of the Day, Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday, and the soon-to-be departed Soccer AM – also a Sky Sports show.
      And the most popular broadcast network for football fans is Sky Sports, followed by the BBC and BT.
      A spokesperson for CopyBet.com added: “Football coverage has evolved quite significantly over the years.

      “It’s much more in-depth and detailed in the modern era – especially among networks which are able to air hours of matches and analysis.
      “And while that’s enhanced the viewer experience, one constant has been the personalities involved and the chemistry particular pundits, presenters, and commentators have with one another.”
      Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Ian Wright are among the nation’s favourite on TVCredit: BBCBest lines, commentators, presenters and pundits

      TOP 10 MOST ICONIC LINES OF COMMENTARY

      “Some people are on the pitch, they think it’s all over, it is now!” (Kenneth Wolstenholme – England vs West Germany 1966 World Cup Final)
      “Manchester City are still alive here. Balotelli…Agueroooooooooooooooo!!!! I swear you’ll never see anything like this ever again!” (Martin Tyler – Manchester City vs QPR 2012)
      “Maggie Thatcher your boys took a hell of a beating” (Bjørge Lillelien – Norway vs England 1981)
      “Is Gascoigne going to have a crack? He is you know. Oh, I say! Brilliant! That is schoolboys own stuff!” (Barry Davies – Arsenal vs Spurs 1991 FA Cup semi-finals)
      “The Crazy Gang has beaten the Culture Club” (John Motson – Wimbledon vs Liverpool 1986 FA Cup final)
      “What a save, what a save! Gordon Banks!” (David Coleman – England vs Brazil 1970 World Cup)
      “And Solskjaer has won it!” (Clive Tyldesley – Manchester United vs Bayern Munich 1999 Champions League Final)
      “Oh, this is getting better and better and better. One, two, three for Michael Owen!” (John Motson – England vs Germany 2001)
      “Oh you beauty! What a hit, son! What a hit!” (Andy Gray – Liverpool vs Olympiacos 2005 Champions League)
      “Roma have risen from their ruins! Manolas, the Greek God in Rome! The unthinkable unfolds before our eyes! This was not meant to happen! This could not happen! THIS IS HAPPENING!” (Peter Drury – Roma vs Barcelona 2018 Champions League quarter final)

      TOP 5 BEST COMMENTATORS

      John Motson – 32 per cent
      Brian Moore – 14 per cent
      David Coleman – 13 per cent
      Clive Tyldesley – 11 per cent
      Martin Tyler – 11 per cent

      TOP 5 BEST PRESENTERS

      Gary Lineker – 34 per cent
      Jeff Stelling – 24 per cent
      Des Lynam – 21 per cent
      Brian Moore – 12 per cent
      Gabby Logan – 12 per cent

      TOP 5 BEST PUNDITS

      Alan Shearer – 16 per cent
      Ian Wright – 16 per cent
      Roy Keane – 14 per cent
      Gary Neville – 14 per cent
      Ally McCoist – 12 per cent More

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      Fans can’t stop watching BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones dancing as they joke ‘we didn’t even see the other guy’

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      FANS can’t stop watching BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones dancing on TikTok. The BBC presenter, 30, has amassed an army of followers from her work on Leeds TV since 2017.
      The BBC presenter regularly uploads videos on her dancing with Ross Fiddes
      She made a name for herself from her work with Leeds TVCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      The blonde bombshell has amassed a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      She appeared on the national scene during England’s 2018 World Cup warm-up match against Costa Rica.
      The Cheshire native, who now works for MOTDx and Premier Sports, began her broadcasting career in local radio but is now a star on the big screen.
      She has amassed over 387,000 followers on Instagram through her work.
      Jones posted a video of her dancing with Ross Fiddes to her TikTok before the pair were due to start presenting Rugby League coverage.
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      Fans flooded to the comments section with many joking that they ‘didn’t even see the other guy.’
      One user commented: “Apparently, if you really look, there’s 2 people dancing.”
      Another added: ” I swear that guy wasn’t in the video the first time I seen it!”
      A third said: “the guy must be a magician as he vanished 1 second into the clip.”
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      A fourth wrote: ” Where is this “guy” people are seeing!???
      Jones has amassed over 249,000 followers on TikTok and regularly posts videos of her dancing with fans saying she is slowly improving.
      Emma previously revealed the size of her boobs caused her to beep her car hornCredit: Instagram
      Emma’s career is going from strength to strengthCredit: https://www.instagram.com/eljonesuk/?hl=en More

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      Laura Woods left in stitches after brilliantly pranking Agbonlahor live on talkSPORT then holds up ‘I’m sorry’ note

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      LAURA WOODS broke down in laughter after successfully pranking co-host Gabby Agbonlahor on talkSPORT.The popular radio host was joined by the former Aston Villa striker and Ally McCoist as they prepared to speak to England Euros winner Jill Scott.
      Laura Woods laughed silently on air after an embarrassed Agbonlahor realised his mistakeCredit: talkSPORT
      ‘I’m sorry’ reads Laura Woods’ note after pulling off her prankCredit: talkSPORT
      But Woods had mischievously laid the groundwork to make Agbonlahor stumble into on-air blunder.
      With the breakfast show hosts allocating questions to ask Scott off-air, Woods deliberately prompted Agbonlahor to quiz Scott on her time on Strictly Come Dancing.
      But the ex-midfielder, 36, has never appeared on the BBC show and instead won reality series ‘I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here!’
      Unaware he was being misled, Agbonlahor confidently stepped up to ask his question early in the interview about Scott’s life.
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      He said: “How did you find it though? Because me and Ally can’t dance but you done very well, didn’t you?
      A baffled Scott replied: “Well there wasn’t a lot of dancing, was there?”
      As Scott continues talking, Woods is not able to contain her composure as Agbonlahor slowly realises he’s been set up.
      The talkSPORT presenter ducks out of the shot as she silently laughs while her sheepish co-host grins and stares.
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      She then holds up a sign saying “I’m sorry” while the interview continues.
      After the chat, Woods revealed: “Just before Jill came on, and we always distribute questions [prior to interviews], I said to Gabby, ‘do you know what you can ask Jill, you can ask her about the time she won Strictly Come Dancing’ and [he] went ‘right, okay’ and wrote it down.
      “Of course she’s Queen of the jungle from I’m a celeb!”
      A mortified but amused Agbonlahor replied: “She’s probably thinking, I didn’t dance in the jungle.” More

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      When is the London Marathon 2023? Date, start time, stream FREE, how to watch, what is the route?

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      THE London Marathon is back this weekend and thousands of runners are expected to turn out for the big race.Last year, over 40,000 runners turned out to run the 26.2 mile distance in the country’s capital.
      Around 50,000 runners are expected to run the London Marathon this yearCredit: Reuters
      And that number is set to be even more at around 50,000, with even more spectators to turn up to and show support.
      And for the first time since 2019, the race is being run in April, with the 2020, 2021 and 2022 editions taking place in October.
      Amos Kipruto and Yalemzerf Yehualaw took first place in the top level races last year.
      When is the London Marathon 2023?

      This year’s big marathon will take place this weekend on Sunday, April 2023.
      The event will get going from 9.30am BST.
      The race will last all day, but if you finish after 4.30pm BST, you will NOT receive a medal.
      Kenenisa Bekele and Amos Kipruto are the favourites to win.

      London Marathon
      How can I watch?
      The London Marathon will be shown live on the BBC throughout the day.

      BBC One: 8.30am-2.15pm
      BBC Two: 2.15pm-3pm
      BBC Online & iPlayer: 1pm-6pm
      BBC Two: 6pm-7pm (highlights)

      Can I stream for free?
      You can live stream the action for FREE all day from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      You must have a valid TV licence to watch for free.
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      What is the route?
      The 26.2 mile race will begin in Greenwich in South East London, before moving on to the Cutty Sark and the Shard.
      From there, runners will cross Tower Bridge which is around the midway point of the race.
      Canary Wharf will come next and then runners will descend upon Victoria Embankment and Westminster where they will come across the London Eye.
      And lastly, they will pass Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament before turning onto The Mall toward the finish line, which is just a few metres away from Buckingham Palace. More