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THIERRY HENRY was slammed by fans for his awkward behaviour in an interview with Christian Pulisic.The AC Milan star spoke to CBS Sports after his side were defeated 3-1 by Liverpool in their Champions League opener.Fans slammed Thierry Henry for being ‘weird’ on CBS SportsHenry refused to ask Christian Pulisic a question when promptedPulisic awkwardly waited for the interview to endBut Henry barely questioned Pulisic with his colleagues Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards and host Kate Abdo doing most of the talking.And after Pulisic answered a question about the US national team and what they can achieve under new boss Mauricio Pochettino, Henry clammed up and turned things very awkward.When Pulisic stopped speaking Richards asked: “Thierry?”But the Arsenal legend quickly snapped back “no” as he refused to ask a question before looking around awkwardly.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLKate then jumped in to save the situation by asking Pulisic what he planned to do with the rest of his evening.Fans quickly piled on Henry and called out his awkwardness, as the Frenchman appeared out of character.One fan said: “Just flat weird behavior from Thierry Henry during this Pulisic interview. Strange and awkward.”Another added: “Henry was so weird the whole night.”Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third wrote: “Bro what is up with Thierry Henry in this Pulisic segment? Such a weirdo.”And another commented: “There is a real beef there. Thierry Henry has been trying to get the USA job for years but he isn’t qualified.”David Beckham reveals shock career change as he confirms incredible new show to celebrate Champions League’s returnHenry’s awkwardness with Pulisic may be born out of the fact he was overlooked for the role of USMNT manager.Pulisic is one of the team’s stars and Henry was considered for the job, according to Fabrizio Romano, but missed out to Pochettino. More

KATE ABDO was left in stitches after Micah Richards’ hilarious slip-up when discussing David Beckham’s appearance on the show.Manchester United and England icon Beckham, 49, stunned Richards and Jamie Carragher during CBS Sports’ Champions League coverage on Tuesday night when he crept up behind them and went on to guest as a pundit on the show.Micah Richards sent the CBS Sports studio into fits of laughterPresenter Kate Abdo got the giggles following Richards’ commentThierry Henry shielded his face with a piece of paperEven Peter Schmeichel was gobsmacked while listening from the EtihadThe panel returned to the normal four of Abdo, Thierry Henry, Carragher and Richards for Wednesday’s broadcast.But when they reflected on Beckham’s cameo, Richards sent the studio into rapturous laughter with an unfortunate comment.Beckham brought honey as a gift for Henry, Carragher and Richards – while Man Utd fan Abdo received a special Red Devils 1999 shirt.Speaking about idolising Beckham, Richards said: “I got his sticky stuff as well didn’t I?”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAbdo and Carragher burst into hysterics as Henry held up a sheet of paper to shield his face.Richards then justified his comment by saying: “The honey. What is wrong with you lot’s minds? It says on the honey ‘David Beckham Sticky Stuff’.”Abdo could not even lift her head such was the strength of her giggles.She then threw to Peter Schmeichel who was at the Etihad for Manchester City vs Inter Milan.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut even he could not contain himself as he turned away from the camera.The iconic Man Utd keeper eventually said: “I can’t be watching this.”Jamie Carragher ‘absolutely cooks’ Micah Richards live on TNT Sports after cheeky Champions League jibeReacting on social media, one fan responded: “What is happening here 😅😅😅😂.”While another added: “Ah no, this show is absolutely mad! I love it 😂😭🤣 ‘What is wrong with you lot’s mind?!?!’ I’m mean TBF to Micah, it is called Sticky Stuff, lol.”A third said: “Whoever assembled this team deserves a raise.”And a fourth replied: “TV gold. Everyday is awesome. Love this group.” More

KATE Abdo’s rebrand is taking some getting used to – for both CBS viewers and her colleagues.The Champions League presenter announced on Tuesday she was changing her name. Kate Abdo is now Kate Scott – and the CBS panel are here for itCredit: CBS Sports/ParamountThe Champions League presenter used her new name during Wednesday’s introCredit: CBS Sports/ParamountIt brought about a joyous response from her colleaguesCredit: CBS Sports/ParamountAbdo married former boxer Malik Scott in an intimate ceremony earlier this summer.She returned to front CBS’ Champions League coverage alongside regular pundits Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher, and Micah Richards.Moments into the show, the 43-year-old teased she had signed an “exclusive new contract.”Kate continued: “Yes, with my new husband!”READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”Allow me to reintroduce myself. Abdo – it has to go.”She went on to reveal she was taking on Scott’s last name, prompting an “awkward” joke from Carragher. The 43-year-old debuted the change during introductions on Wednesday.The presenter opened the show by saying: “Hello everyone, welcome along to London – I’m Kate Scott.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN-UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHenry, Carragher, and Richards immediately began whooping and cheering, with Kate quipping the show was all about “keeping things fresh.”One fan wrote on X: “I’m so here for this.”Kate Abdo makes HUGE announcement live on CBS Sports for Champions League return as Carragher makes ANOTHER awkward jokeAnother said: “The Kate Scott introduction hits different.”While a third added: “99 problems but man ain’t one. Congratulations Kate Scott.”CBS welcomed David Beckham to the show earlier this week as the new Champions League campaign got underway.Golden Balls proved a huge hit with the panel – and revealed Kate was his pick of the quartet. Scott and Abdo married earlier this summerCredit: Instagram / @kateabdoRichards asked: “Who’s your favourite on this show?”Beckham immediately responded: “The United fan,” as he turned to look at Abdo.Abdo got hitched to Scott in Malibu, California.They were joined by a small group of family and friends, with Henry, Carragher, or Richards not in attendance. “Our wedding was intimate – just the two of us, really,” Scott revealed.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We focused on each other and the commitment we were making.”It was a godly ceremony on the Malibu hills, just how we wanted it.” More

CBS Sports anchor Kate Abdo has announced she’s changing her name. The popular host married retired boxer Malik Scott in an intimate ceremony earlier this month. Kate Abdo announced she is changing her name after marrying Malik Scott over the summerCredit: X formerly Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazoThe former Sky Sports presenter made the announcement live on CBSCredit: X formerly Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazoThe host hugged Thierry Henry, resulting in another ill-timed quip from Jamie CarragherCredit: X formerly Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazoAbdo joined pundits Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher, and Micah Richards for the first Champions League action of the new season.Moments into the show, the 43-year-old revealed she had signed an “exclusive contract” over the summer.To cheers from her colleagues, Abdo said: “Yes, with my new husband!””Allow me to reintroduce myself. Last name, Abdo. It has to go. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”We’re going to do this. S-C-O-T-T. Kate Scott.”The show went on to show snaps from the couple’s wedding before the panel each gave Kate a hug.As Henry finished his embrace with the glamourous anchor, Carragher quipped: “Malik’s not here, is he?”Richards almost toppled off his chair laughing at the comment, before easing the tension by asking: “Did we not get an invite?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN-UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEarlier this year, Liverpool legend Carragher made an “ill-timed” comment to Abdo which missed the mark during a live broadcast. In a skit involving an Arsenal shirt, Abdo stated she wouldn’t wear it on TV because she is “loyal” to her team Man Utd.’Why would you even say that’ says Kate Abdo after Jamie Carragher’s most awkward joke ever on live TVCarragher quipped back, saying: “Not to Malik”.A visibly rattled Abdo responded: “Why would you even ask that?”Kate took the comment in good spirits but revealed she had been left “hurt” in the studio.She told iFLTV: “What Jamie said came from nowhere. “It was just a quick line, it was meant to be funny, sometimes they hit, sometimes they don’t. That one went a little bit sideways.Abdo signed a four-year extension with CBS last yearCredit: Getty”I felt a little bit hurt but it is what it is. You move on. We talked about it, we’re all good, nothing really to talk about.”Abdo got hitched to the ex-boxer in Malibu, California, in front of a small group of family and friends.”Our wedding was intimate – just the two of us, really,” Scott revealed.”We focused on each other and the commitment we were making.”It was a godly ceremony on the Malibu hills, just how we wanted it.READ MORE SUN STORIES”My kids were there, and it was important for them to see this meaningful, godly moment.”Watching her walk down the aisle was so emotional for me. Every day I fall deeper in love with her.” More

THIERRY HENRY will return for CBS’ Champions League coverage this season alongside Kate Abdo.Fans joked the former striker needs “time to recover” after Abdo married Malik Scott.Thierry Henry will continue his role as a pundit for CBS Sports this seasonCredit: PAFans joked he needs time to recover before working with Kate Abdo againCredit: GettyHenry and Abdo have been subject to teasing from fans and colleagues Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher over their chemistry.Abdo even had to put Carragher in his place last season after he missed the mark with an awkward joke about her now husband.Henry’s infatuation for Abdo has been a long-running joke and rumour so fans have joked he needs time to recover before returning to the CBS show after Abdo tied the knot.One fan said: “Thierry Henry needs time to recover man.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “They had to confirm it 😭”And a third wrote: “Stay strong Thierry.”Henry, 47, returns to punditry after resigning as manager of France Under-21s last month, having led his side to the Olympic silver medal in Paris.And he revealed his excitement at the new campaign and the increase in matches he will cover due to the expanded Champions League format.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSUltimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here.He told a CBS Champions League Zoom call: “I think for us, for CBS, it’s just outstanding – more games, to be able to talk about more games.”But there is a but for me, because I’m going to go on the side of being a coach: too many games, too many games.Fans in stitches at Thierry’s reaction to 2007 throwback clips of CBS host Kate Abdo”[As] an ex-player I don’t know how those guys do it. As a pundit, I love it, but as an ex-player and as a coach, it’s too many games. “[Jude] Bellingham is already injured. “It’s tough to play a season, and then go to the Euros, and come back and play [in the] national team, and more games, and more games left, more games right…””So as much as I want to see Milan [versus] Liverpool and I want to see a Manchester City in there, I want to see the best players on the field, being able to perform whenever they can.”That’s also part of the product – having also the best players on the field being able to perform all the time. “So yes, it is outstanding for us. But if I was a coach [in this Champions League], I don’t know if I would’ve found it outstanding.” More