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JAMIE CARRAGHER quipped that Micah Richards nearly left CBS Sports after being snubbed for the Champions League final.After a chat with Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel, the pundits were joking about a rotation policy.Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards shared a joke in the CBS StudioCredit: CBS SportsCarragher and Richards seem to be enjoying their eveningsCredit: CBSCarragher, 46, said: “Micah got rotated for Peter in the Champions League final, do you remember? That caused a problem.”You nearly left didn’t you?”Richards replied: “It caused a very big problem. It didn’t happen again.”The studio were left in fits of giggles at the exchange – the latest in a series of jibes between the presenters.MORE IN FOOTBALLCarragher may have been getting his own back after Richards, 35, claimed he had some “dodgy moments” earlier in the show.He could have been referring to Carra’s misguided joke that Abdo had not been loyal to boyfriend Malik Scott.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCarragher has also called on Uefa to make sure Champions League knockout ties are not played at the same time after last night’s thrilling encounters.He said: “Can we just say last night was terrific, one of the best nights in the Champions League we’ve had.Most read in Champions League”The only negative, and I don’t want to put a negative on it, is both matches were played at the same time.”Abdo replied: “Do we want to lodge an official complaint?”‘We need to speak to Uefa’, say CBS Sports panel as Kate Abdo and Co reveal major Champions League complaintCarragher then said: “Uefa, we need to speak to Uefa, don’t we?”Before Richards joked: “Of course we do. We’re big friends with Uefa aren’t we?”Can you name the famous fathers? More

MICAH RICHARDS talked his way into Kate Abdo’s good books – and managed to poke fun at Jamie Carragher at the same time.The CBS Sports pundit told the presenter she has “gone up a notch” in the popularity stakes and drew a beaming smile.Kate Abdo clearly enjoyed Micah Richards’ commentBut Richards was not as kind to fellow pundit Jamie CarragherCredit: CBSWhile Carragher was told he has had some “dodgy moments” by his fellow pundit ahead of tonight’s Champions League double-header.Discussing who was the most popular pundit, Richards said of Abdo: “You’re a star player now though aren’t you. I feel like you’ve just gone up a notch over the last two months.”You’re everyone’s favourite now. You’re our leader, el capitan.”Abdo, 42, replied: “I’ve only been Pep [Guardiola’s] favourite so far. He’s the person who picked me when we asked.”MORE IN FOOTBALLWhen Richards suggested Luis Enrique, Abdo pointed out that he had picked Carragher. And the 35-year-old turned to his pal and quipped: “You were up there but you’ve had some dodgy moments.”He may have been referring to Carra’s suggestion that Abdo had not been loyal to boyfriend Malik Scott in a misguided joke last month.She addressed the incident live on television 24 hours later, delivering a hilarious put-down to Carragher, 46.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Abdo has now spoken again on the comments, claiming that they had “hurt” her 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.Real Madrid fans brutally snub Man City for tour of Old Trafford as Man Utd fans say ‘they know who the biggest club is'”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.”Richards, Abdo and Carragher are in the studio alongside Thierry Henry for a thrilling night of European action.Arsenal travel to Bayern Munich and Manchester City host Real Madrid with both ties level after their first legs. More

KATE ABDO and the CBS Sports panel have threatened to “lodge an official complaint” to Uefa for their Champions League scheduling.Presenter Abdo was joined by the regular trio of Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards for coverage of Manchester City vs Real Madrid and Bayern Munich vs Arsenal.Kate Abdo joked the CBS Sports panel were going to complain to UefaCredit: CBS SportsMicah Richards addressed the situation surrounding games being played at the same timeCredit: CBS SportsBut just seconds into the broadcast, Richards addressed something from the night before when Paris Saint-Germain beat Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund swatted aside Atletico Madrid.It regarded the games having the same kick-off times, a gripe Abdo and Carragher agreed with.The ex-Liverpool star said: “Can we just say last night was terrific, one of the best nights in the Champions League we’ve had.”The only negative, and I don’t want to put a negative on it, is both matches were played at the same time.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTo which Abdo replied: “Do we want to lodge an official complaint?”Carragher then said: “Uefa, we need to speak to Uefa, don’t we?”Before Richards joked: “Of course we do. We’re big friends with Uefa aren’t we?”When Carragher sarcastically agreed, Richards added: “Not too many complaints but just suggestions.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe complaint came as the panel prepared to watch two more Champions League quarter-finals at the same time.Fans were left furious when the draw was made as they realised they would be forced to choose between Man City-Real Madrid and Bayern-Arsenal.Luis Enrique says he’s ‘upset’ with CBS pundits live on TV and tells panel ‘you know why’ The winners of the two ties will face off for a place in the Wembley final on June 1. More

MICAH RICHARDS left viewers stunned as he took on Nigel Reo-Coker in a press-up competition.The CBS Sports quartet of Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Richards were back on screens to cover Wednesday night’s Champions League action.Nigel Reo-Coker and Micah Richards were challenged to a press-up competitionCredit: CBS SPORTS’Big Meeks’ was delighted as he hit 50 press-upsCredit: CBS SPORTSThey were speaking to their colleagues in America, with Reo-Coker a pundit in the US.The ex-West Ham and Aston Villa star used to captain England’s Under-21s when Richards was in the team.And he hilariously poked fun at his old team-mate, saying: “I remember when you first walked into the dressing room, I thought ‘who’s this kid?’.”He takes his top off and I was like, ‘oh my God’, that’s when he took care of himself back then. “But if you asked Micah to do five press-ups, he couldn’t do five press-ups.”I was trying to process in my head, ‘how can God bless him like that, but he can’t do five press-ups?’ Looks can be deceiving.”Richards was having none of it and said he’d get down on all fours to prove Reo-Coker wrong.A press-up contest between the two was called as the former Manchester City star whipped off his suit jacket and threw it towards his fellow pundits.Most read in Champions LeagueCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Reo-Coker did an impressive 21 but tried to add in a clap and stumbled.However, his effort was blown out the water by Richards, who did an incredible 50 before getting up and flexing his biceps.Kate Abdo reveals that Micah Richards flew in a day early for ‘special treatment’ ahead of Arsenal vs Porto clashHe shouted: “That’s why they call me Big Meeks.”Abdo, Henry and Reo-Coker were left in hysterics as he fist pumped Carragher on his way back to his seat.Fans loved it, with one saying: “Micah is too funny.”Another added: “Real television.”The CBS crew hit the headlines earlier in the show after Abdo’s amazing response to Carragher crossing the line with a gag yesterday about “loyalty” to her boxing coach partner Malik Scott. Richards threw his suit jacket before doing his press-upsCredit: CBS SPORTS More

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