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    Kate Abdo hailed for ‘masterclass’ as she ‘washes away’ Jamie Carragher’s awkward ‘loyalty’ gag with opening CBS speech

    FANS have hailed Kate Abdo as she brilliantly responded to Jamie Carragher’s awkward “loyalty” joke.The CBS Sports duo were joined as usual by Thierry Henry and Micah Richards for their banter-filled Champions League coverage on Wednesday night.Kate Abdo delivered an incredible speech as she responded to Jamie Carragher’s loyalty jokeCredit: X / CBSSportsGolazoCarragher giggled as Abdo took aimCredit: X / CBSSportsGolazoOn Tuesday, after Arsenal beat Porto on penalties, Carragher caused controversy as he seemingly took the joking too far by suggesting Abdo was not loyal to her heavyweight boxing coach partner Malik Scott.Back on screens this evening, the presenter addressed the situation with an inventive opening to the show.Abdo said: “After our road trip to the Emirates, we are back in our Champions League studio.”This group, we have been together for three-and-a-half years, I grew up with a brother and I feel like I have gained three more here.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Thierry Henry, of course, the golden child. He could do no wrong, always says the right thing, sets the example for the rest of us. “Intimidating? Yes, he can be, but he is the big brother we all look up to.CHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL “Then there is the middle child, Jamie Carragher, a chip on his shoulder, capable of saying anything for attention.”Does he go too far sometimes? Absolutely. But does he apologise? Yes he does. Most read in Champions League”But we all have that one annoying family member that we still love and accept.”Carragher grimaced and awkwardly giggled as Abdo took aim at him, while Henry and Richards were left in hysterics.’Why would you even say that’ says Kate Abdo after Jamie Carragher’s most awkward joke ever on live TVOn the ex-Manchester City star, Abdo said: “Then there’s little bro, Micah. Loud and loveable.”Easy to pick on, impossible not to love and everybody’s favourite.”And like a good family, we stick together. Another day, another show. Good to be with you all.” Fans have hailed Abdo’s “masterclass” opening speech, with one adding: “Fairs she washed away that Jamie stinker.”Another added: “Kate is magnificent. She has handled this so well.”A third wrote: “Exactly how you address it, unreal.”More reacted: “Kate is simply the best and this crew is magnificent.”As the CBS Sports team presented from the Emirates Stadium yesterday, Carragher wore an Arsenal shirt.The Liverpool legend stated that he wanted Abdo and Henry to wear the kit next after Richards had already pulled it on over his suit.However, both were reluctant, with Abdo replying that she was “loyal”.When asked to who, she said: “To Manchester United thank you very much.”Carragher’s next sentence stunned his co-pundits as he replied: “Not to Malik.”After a brief pause, Abdo responded: “What, why would you even say that?”READ MORE SUN STORIESHenry was visibly shocked at the remark, looking at Abdo stunned and saying: “Sorry?”Meanwhile, Richards looked down at the ground in embarrassment.Thierry Henry was left shocked by Carragher’s joke last nightCredit: X / CBSSportsGolazoMicah Richards loved being called the favouriteCredit: X / CBSSportsGolazo More

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    Micah Richards brutally snubs Roy Keane and Gary Neville as he names England’s best football pundit

    MICAH RICHARDS has risked upsetting some of his workmates by revealing who he thinks is the best pundit on television.The former Manchester City star switched the pitch for the studio in 2019 and has since become a much-loved face on screens.Micah Richards has named who he thinks is the best punditCredit: GETTYJamie Carragher was named as the No1Credit: GettyRichards, 35, has worked with several pundits on BBC’s Match of the Day, Sky Sports while covering the Premier League and on CBS Sports as part of the Champions League team.He has shared the studio with the likes of Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Graeme Souness, Alan Shearer, Danny Murphy, Ian Wright and Thierry Henry. But Richards is convinced that Jamie Carragher is better than them all.While discussing CBS Sports’ popular banter-filled style of Champions League coverage, he told The Athletic: “We have got Carragher, the No1 pundit in England.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCarragher, 46, impresses viewers with his in-depth analysis of the Prem on Sky Sports but takes a more relaxed approach on European nights with the American broadcaster.Richards said: “He has to sort of be a different Jamie on our show to make the show work.”Carragher’s recent analysis of Manchester United hit the headlines as he slammed Erik ten Hag’s tactical set-up as his side lost to Fulham 2-1.The Liverpool legend spotted issues with the team just 20 seconds into the game.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Carragher claimed: “They defend like a team I have never seen before.”It led to Ten Hag hitting back and labelling him bias.Carragher spots Man Utd tactic confusion 20 seconds after kick-off More

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    Kate Abdo reveals that Micah Richards flew in a day early for ‘special treatment’ ahead of Arsenal vs Porto clash

    KATE ABDO lifted the lid on Micah Richards’ pre-punditry routine ahead of Arsenal’s clash with Porto. The CBS Sports duo were joined by Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher for a chat with Declan Rice at the Emirates Stadium. Micah Richards came to London early to get a haircutCredit: CBS SportsThe pundit was left red-facedThe conversation quickly turned from football to haircuts.Presenter Abdo hilariously gave fans a glimpse into Richards’ hair dressing routine, saying: “Actually, I can tell you a little story about Micah.”Somebody had to go to the Waldorf Hotel last night so they could get their trim fresh.”They had to come in a day early, is that right?”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRice then chimed in and said: “Special treatment. It’s decent.”He also revealed that he got ready for the crucial Champions League game by getting a haircut last night.Arsenal’s star midfielder admitted that his trim set him back £24.Richards, who previously confessed to getting his hair done three times per week at a cost of £600, jumped in and said: “Why are you lying for?”Most read in Champions LeagueCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL But Rice was having none of it, responding: “Not too bad, I do it in the shop. I don’t have it in my house like you.”By the end, Richards brilliantly pleaded for them get back to talking about football.Kate Abdo leaves Thierry Henry in shock as she pays cheeky compliment to Micah RichardsDiscussing barnets is a reoccurring theme on CBS’ banter-filled Champions League coverage after Richards’ incredible haircut revelation.He admitted last season that his barber charges him £200 every cut and he always likes to get his hair neatened up before appearing on TV.The former Manchester City star’s claim left Henry astonished. Meanwhile, Rice was dubbed a “man of the people” by fans due to his more affordable haircut. More

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    Micah Richards reveals CBS Sports chiefs allow Kate Abdo and Co to ‘do things other companies wouldn’t allow’ on live TV

    MICAH RICHARDS has revealed the magic behind CBS Sports’ “Despite being broadcast in America, the show’s clips regularly go viral – with fans loving the interaction between host Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Richards.Micah Richards has lifted the lid on what makes the show specialCredit: GettyKate Abdo said the ability to go off script on American television was keyCredit: GettyThe show has led to many iconic moments, including the presenters’ reaction to finding out Kate Abdo used to work at Greggs and a hilarious festive feature which saw Richards dress as Santa.The Athletic today interviewed Richards, Abdo and Henry to find out why it has become so loved – despite many in the UK not being able to watch it.For all of them, they said it is because they have the freedom to say things unscripted – and draw comparisons between the show and Inside the NBA, which features Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal.The show’s supremo, Kate Abdo, said the show differs massively to doing UK television when asked why it works.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLShe said: “The freedom to be off-script [is why it works], the freedom to be our authentic selves. We’re all very different personalities and bring different assets to the table. But I think as a whole, we all complete each other in some way.”Working in television, it’s such a source of frustration to me because so often you go into a show and have every single minute accounted for, knowing exactly what’s going to happen over the next hour. “It takes all the air out of the room for anything to happen spontaneously. We go into segments knowing that we have an overall vision for each segment, but if we go totally off that vision, that’s OK.”Everyone wants to look polished and clean and glossy, and there’s something to that. But you have to find that balance with also just being real and living in a moment.”Most read in FootballThe cast addressed the rumours that Thiery Henry may leave the showCredit: GettyCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Richards said: “Trust is the key for me. I think we’re comfortable in our own skin. Take Thierry Henry. He’s a legend of the game and he loves football. You got Carragher, the No1 pundit in England. But he has to sort of be a different Jamie on our show to make the show work. “We have producers who allow us to do things that other companies probably wouldn’t allow. We trust and respect each other.Fans in stitches at Thierry’s reaction to 2007 throwback clips of CBS host Kate AbdoArsenal legend Henry also agreed the show is what it is because of its authenticity, saying: “They [The viewers] see that you are real. People respond to that. It is a fun show to watch, but I also think we are good at what we do when we analyse the game.”We can switch from Micah or me or Kate or Jamie saying something funny to talking about the war in Ukraine. There is something for everybody in the show, and we are real.”One question that has been on the mind of viewers, and the presenters it seems, is the future of Henry.His legendary status within the game allows him to play the straight man role incredibly well, but viewers have loved seeing him joke around too.His status as coach of the France U-21s and occasionally U-23s has seen his future at CBS thrown into doubt however.Henry said: “Obviously, having the opportunity to coach the Under-21 and the Under-23 for the big games, I made sure that I could do both. So that tells you something because I would have stopped CBS if I didn’t see a value of it.Fans will be hoping the show’ will stay together’s cast will be staying togetherCredit: Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazo”What’s going to happen after my two years with the Under-21 (which ends in summer 2025)? I don’t know what’s going to happen. “All I know is right now I’m happy to be here and don’t want to miss anything. I don’t know where my mind is going to be in two years. Do I still want to coach? I don’t know.”Abdo said she could understand if Henry left, but insisted the show would not be the same without him.She added: “I think you can’t help but think about [how] it could end. The nature of television is short-term contracts. We want to keep the family together.”I think that we’re all looking at Thierry. I think for Micah and Jamie, TV is the chosen career. It’s the one they’re really pursuing. The same for me. “But in Thierry’s position, there’s another passion that he has that burns just as strong if not stronger. I mean, essentially, he’s already proven what he can do in TV. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We all know how good he is. So there’s still that area where he still wants to be able to prove that he was not only a great football player but how well he can lead other men to play football.” More

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    ‘I’m dying’ – Fans can’t believe Thierry Henry’s face as Kate Abdo pays cheeky compliment to Micah Richards

    FANS couldn’t believe what they were seeing when Kate Abdo paid Micah Richards a cheeky compliment live on TV.Abdo was presenting CBS Sports’ coverage of the Champions League alongside Richards, Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher.Kate Abdo gave Micah Richards a cheeky compliment while hosting CBS Sports’ Champions League coverageRichards and Carragher were left laughing uncontrollably at the jokeThierry Henry looked as though he couldn’t believe what he had just heardThe fun-loving crew were discussing their roles on the broadcast when Carragher claimed Richards is there as the “entertainer” of the pundits.Abdo took issue with that label and offered some praise for the former Man City star and his on-screen skills.She said: “I think Micah is much more than that. I think he matches you [Carragher] in tactical analysis.”When Carragher probed further to ask what else his colleague “matched” him in Abdo hit back with a brutal joke response.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe said: “I think he exceeds you in a few other things.”The hard-hitting comment left Henry who was watching on stunned and fans were left laughing at the hilarious face he pulled out of shock.One took to social media to write: “Titi’s face at the end.”While another added: “I’m dying here.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third wrote: “Henry’s face lol.”And a fourth joked: “Thierry has so many questions in his head now.”Micah Richards jokes ‘is he under the thumb?’ as CBS pundits discuss Kate Abdo’s fiancé’s stag doThe hilarious quartet have gained a reputation for their entertaining banter every time they are on air together.Most recently fans were laughing at Henry’s reaction to Kate Abdo’s wedding announcement.While Micah Richards revealed a hilarious toilet mishap that he suffered while working for Sky Sports. More

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    CBS Sports host Kate Abdo seen with boyfriend for first time as fans say it’s ‘a harrowing morning for Thierry Henry’

    CBS Sports’ Kate Abdo appears to have made things “Instagram official” with boyfriend Malik Scott.The presenter, 42, reposted a photo that Scott, 43, had uploaded to his story of her sitting on his lap.Kate Abdo – Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/kateabdo/?hl=enCredit: https://www.instagram.com/kateabdo/?hl=enAbdo is known for her Champions League coverage on CBSCredit: GettyShe presents the coverage with Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Micah RichardsCredit: GettyScott can be seen planting a kiss on Abdo’s cheek in the photo.After reposting the picture, Abdo also added a red heart emoji to it.Abdo’s new man is a former heavyweight boxer with a 38-3-1 record and best known for training former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder.There had been hints that the two were dating with Abdo’s CBS co-hosts Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards teasing her about it on the show last year.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLCarragher asked Kate about a visit to Alabama, presumably where she spent some time with Scott.The former Liverpool star said: “You went to Alabama, how’d it go? What happened?”Abdo replied: “I had a great time.”To which Carragher then asked: “Are we going to meet Malik?”Most read in FootballMalik Scott is Deontay Wilder’s trainerCredit: InstagramAnd Abdo responded: “You can meet Malik.”Richards then asked “What does he do? Is he in the industry? Is he football or sports?”CBS reporter Kate Abdo mortified as she is forced to reveal her first kiss live on air by Henry, Carragher and RichardsAbdo then confirmed: “Yeah. Yeah.”Fellow host Thierry Henry then interjected to say: “Yeah, yeah! Stuttering!”And it’s Henry that fans are feeling sorry for today, after they couldn’t help but notice the connection between him and Abdo throughout the years they’ve presented together.Even last week, fans were speculating that Henry had a thing for Abdo after his “jaw as on the floor” when he saw clips of Kate as a young presenter.After seeing Abdo had gone public with her new beau, one fan said on X: “A harrowing morning for Thierry Henry.”Another fan said: “Thierry seeing this knowing he’s the Work Husband.” Alongside a gif of Henry smirking.A third fan wrote: “It’s Deontay Wilders trainer as well so he couldn’t even beat him in a fight smh.” More

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    Jamie Carragher convinced CBS Sports host Kate Abdo is a secret Arsenal fan after wearing bruised banana kit live on air

    JAMIE CARRAGHER hilariously joked Kate Abdo is a secret Arsenal fan after comparing her outfit to an old yellow Gunners shirt.Liverpool legend Carragher, 46, enjoyed Tuesday’s Champions League matches on CBS Sports alongside presenter Abdo, Arsenal icon Thierry Henry and ex-Manchester City man Micah Richards.
    Jamie Carragher had a surprised for Kate Abdo at the end of their coverageCredit: X/CBSSportsGolazo

    Carragher compared Abdo’s outfit to an Arsenal kit from the 1990sCredit: X/CBSSportsGolazo
    Abdo looked less than impressed with the comparisonCredit: X/CBSSportsGolazo
    But she did laugh off the sartorial jibe from CarragherCredit: X/CBSSportsGolazo
    But he had a sting in the tail for the CBS host right at the end of the broadcast by taking aim at the broadcaster’s choice of clothing.
    As Abdo, a Manchester United fan, prepared to bring the show to a close, Carragher interrupted to say: “We found out something tonight.
    “We found out that we haven’t got just one Arsenal supporter [Henry], we’ve got two Arsenal supporters [Richards, boyhood Arsenal fan], would you believe it we’ve got three in here tonight?”
    The camera then cut to Abdo who was wearing a yellow and black top, before an image of Arsenal’s banana top from 1991-93 popped up alongside her.

    Carragher continued: “Someone said something about my style. Who looks like the Arsenal fan? Kate Abdo. She thinks it’s Versace, it’s the Gooners.
    “Look at her, she’s modelled it on the Gunners.”
    And fans on social media were left in stitches at Carragher’s jovial banter with Abdo after the Reds icon left his own response to the video with two laughing emojis.
    One viewer said: “Carragher is wrong for this 😂😂.”
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    Another added: “Always knew there was something I liked about her 😂😂😂.”
    A third replied: “My fav lot, this 😂.”
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    While a fourth simply responded: “🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.” More

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    CBS Sports presenter branded ‘supermodel’ as she stuns on live TV for return of Champions League

    CBS SPORTS presenter Poppy Miller wowed footie fans this week during her Champions League broadcasting duties.The former college soccer star joined the network in 2020 and has become an integral part of the American broadcaster’s coverage of European football.
    Brit Poppy Miller heads up CBS Sports’ European footie coverageCredit: INSTAGRAM@POPPYMILLER3
    The former college footie star joined CBS in 2020Credit: INSTAGRAM@POPPYMILLER3
    Poppy regularly stuns during Champions League broadcastsCredit: INSTAGRAM@POPPYMILLER3
    Miller was back on our screens on Tuesday and Wednesday due to the return of Europe’s elite club competition.
    And she blew viewers and her social media followers away with her latest get-up.
    Miller shared a series of photos – including one of her posing in from of the Champions League logo in a black dress – from her latest broadcast with her near 16,000 followers on Wednesday night.
    Her accompanying caption read: “Oh hi @championsleague. So happy you’re back.”
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    Miller’s followers were quick to comment, with one saying: “You’re too beautiful!”
    Another said: “Welcome back.”
    And another said: “Beauty.”
    One remarked: “Beautiful queen.”
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    Poppy Miller regularly updates her followers with the ongoings in her lifeCredit: Instagram / poppymiller3
    Another chimed in: “Supermodel.”
    Miller hails from Nottingham but found herself stateside in 2013 when she began studying at the University of South Carolina-Beaufort.
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    She graduated with a communications degree in 2017, which paved the way for her to join the media team at USLC’s Charleston Battery.
    In 2019, Miller joined Major League Soccer’s reporting team before upping sticks to ESPN to work as an SEC Network host and commentator. More