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      Micah Richards leaves Kate Abdo stunned after challenging Premier League cult hero to press-up contest on live TV

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      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

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

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      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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      Atletico Madrid 2 Inter Milan 1 (agg 2-2, 3-2 on pens): Jan Oblak the hero as Man Utd flop misses penalty in shootout

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      ATLETICO MADRID overturned a first leg one-goal deficit to beat Inter Milan on penalties in the last-16. Jan Oblak was the hero in the shootout, saving two efforts from Alexis Sanchez and Davy Klaassen before Lautaro Martinez blazed over the decisive kick.Jan Oblak was the hero in the shootoutCredit: GettyThe Atleti keeper made two stunning saves from the spotCredit: EPAAtletico showed all their experience to overturn the first leg deficitCredit: ReutersEx-Arsenal and Man Utd star Alexis Sanchez missed his spot-kickCredit: ReutersWhat a first half it was in an electric Estadio Metropolitano and one Inter Milan had looked totally in control of.Leading 1-0 from the first leg they were happy to control the ball and then broke to take the lead on the night and go 2-0 up on aggregate.It was a scintillating build up that had the home side chasing shadows before Nicolo Barella cut the ball back for Federico Dimarco to thump a shot past Oblak.His first goal in 25 Champions League matchesThe stadium silenced but for the ecstatic away following.But just two minutes 16 seconds later the teams were level on the night through the club’s all-time leading scorer Antoine Griezmann.Nahuel Molina crossed from the right and the clearance was met by Atletico captain Koke whose ball into the box took a couple of deflections before the French international turned home a volley.That took his tally to six in the Champions League this season, nobody has scored more in the campaign.The second-half was a more tense affair with so much on the line but chances fell at both ends.CHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Griezmann could have had a second when set up by smartly by Marcos Llorente but went for prescision more than power.Inter boss Simone Inzaghi was furious when Marcus Thuram fired wildly over when clean through.Diego Simeone’s son Giovanni nail impression of hot-head dad’s touchline antics leaving pals in stitches On came Depay and what an impact.Having hit the post with one effort he then grabbed the equaliser.The former Manchester United player received a pass from Koke, took it under his spell and then produced a magic finish.Then Riquelme could have put Atletico through with the last chance of the game but blazed a shot over.In the shootout, Oblak saved from Sanchez but Inter were let off the hook by Chelsea flop Saul Niguez as he missed.Former Everton man Klaassen then had his effort saved by Atleti’s world-class stopper before Martinez failed to keep his nerve as he fired over the bar to send the Spanish side through.The passionate boss Diego Simeone celebrated wildly as his backstreet brawlers lived to fight another day. PADDY POWER WELCOME OFFER – get £40 in free bet builder bets More

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      Borussia Dortmund 2 PSV 0 (agg 3-1): Jadon Sancho scores but forced off close to tears as Germans reach quarter-final

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      JADON SANCHO showed Manchester United what they are missing by firing Borussia Dortmund into the quarters.The exiled Red Devils winger’s 20-yard beauty just two minutes in was enough to beat PSV 2-1 on aggregate before he hobbled off late on.Jadon Sancho opened the scoring for DortmundCredit: AFPHowever, Sancho was forced off with an injuryCredit: EPAHe left the pitch seemingly close to tearsCredit: GettySancho, 23, admitted at the weekend that he has “disappointed” since going back to Dortmund on loan in January after falling out with Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag.But it’s now back-to-back goals following his early struggles, leaving him chasing a Champions League crown while his United future remains up in the air.The Yellow Wall was jumping at kick-off and Sancho sent them wild with his first knockout goal in the competition.Picking it up 20 yards out, he shifted it to his right and fired a stunner into the bottom corner.A revitalised Sancho was running the show, involved in everything as they battered PSV in the first half without extending their lead.Striker Niclas Fullkrug lashed a great chance wide before keeper Walter Benitez kept his side in it with a great double stop.Dutchman Donyell Malen was then inches away as his former club clung on in at the Westfalenstadion.PSV finally got to grips as the opening 45 minutes wore on with Belgian winger Johan Bakayoko posing the greatest threat.CHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL And Eindhoven forward Hirving Lozano went closest at the start of the second half, firing a brilliant 25-yard strike off the post with the keeper beaten.Benitez made a smart stop to deny Fullkrug and keep his side in it 65 minutes in before Dortmund stopper Gregor Kobel’s brilliant save denied Bakayoko at the other end moments later.Ten Hag claims there were ‘issues’ with Jadon Sancho BEFORE boss arrived at Man Utd and ‘all the way through’Sancho went off injured with 15 minutes remaining and Dortmund looked to be holding firm until Newcastle striker Luuk de Jong skied a sitter at the death.Yet the Germans still had time to make it 2-0 as sub Marco Reus finished off a counter to seal a spot in the last eight.Check out how the action unfolded… More

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      Did you spot ‘shameless’ detail in TNT Sports’ Arsenal celebration graphic with a nod to huge rivals?

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      LIVERPOOL supporters have hilariously mocked Arsenal over a ‘shameless’ detail that was included in a social media post on Tuesday night. Arsenal booked their place in the Champions League quarter-finals after a dramatic penalty 4-2 shootout victory over Porto – following a 1-1 draw after extra-time.Fabs have pointed out a huge error in TNT’s Arsenal graphicCredit: Instagram / @tntsportsThe Gunners rode their luck but went through to their first quarter-final in 14 years after Porto’s Wendell and Galeno both missed from the spot.Shortly afterwards, TNT Sports took to their social media pages to post a graphic celebrating Arsenal’s success.But eagle-eyed fans pointed out a huge faux pas.The collage showed a number of Gunners stars celebrating – with a Champions League trophy being lifted in the background.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHowever, due to the fact that Arsenal have never won the competition, the graphic designers were forced to use a picture of Prem rivals Liverpool’s triumph instead.The photo came from Jurgen Klopp holding the cup after the Reds ran out 2-0 winners against Spurs in the 2019 final.One fan wrote: “They had to use Liverpool’s trophy lift because Arsenal’s doesn’t exist.”Another wrote: “Wow. They should have left it out.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third declared: “I see it. They’re really shameless.”A fourth chimed in: “Using a pic of Liverpool lifting the trophy…now that’s a rough one”.Thierry Henry filmed LEAVING during penalty shootout as former club Arsenal beat PortoElsewhere on the night, Porto head coach Sergio Conceicao has accused Mikel Arteta of insulting his family during the game.The Arsenal boss has denied the accusations, with the club also refuting Conceicao’s claims. More

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      Shock stat shows how lucky Arsenal were to scrape past Porto and reach first Champions League quarter-final in 14 years

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      ARSENAL may have got through to the Champions League quarter-finals – but they left their shooting boots at home against Porto.The Gunners claimed a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory after David Raya’s double save allowed them to scrape through to Friday’s last-eight draw.Arsenal were limited to a few attempts on target across both legsCredit: RexSpot-kicks were needed to settle the tie after Leandro Trossard’s first-half strike made it 1-1 on aggregate.But Mikel Arteta’s side were limited to only four shots on target across both games.And all of them came on Tuesday’s tense affair at the Emirates – just two on target attempts in each half.After failing to challenge keeper Diogo Costa three weeks ago, Arsenal were again frustrated by a defensive Porto for long periods. READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSIt took a world-class pass from Martin Odegaard to finally put them on the scoreboard after 130 minutes of trying.That – and Odegaard’s disallowed goal – were the only times Arsenal were able to force the ball past the keeper across two games.One fan wrote: “Arsenal had the same number of shots on target in the penalty shoot-out (4), as they did in 180 minutes over the two legs against Porto (not including extra time).”While another tweeted: “Over 210 minutes of football, free-scoring Arsenal managed to get 4 shots on target against Porto. All 4 came tonight at home. Sergio Conceicao, ladies & gents.”Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis is a far cry from their free-scoring domestic form, which has left them top of the Premier League.The Gunners have netted an incredible 34 goals during a run of eight successive league wins – which amounts to an average of almost 4.5 goals per game.Porto boss Sergio Conceicao claims Mikel Arteta made horror insult during last-16 clash and blasts result as ‘unjust’Their current league tally stands at 68 – the most in the division and the most Arsenal have ever had at this stage of a campaign in the Premier League era, even more than the Invincibles season.And yet, less than three months ago, boss Mikel Arteta was under serious pressure to finally splash out on an elite No9 to take the North London club to the next level.Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Trossard, Kai Havertz, Declan Rice and Odegaard have all stood up in that time, hitting 24 goals between them since January 1.But fans noticed Saka’s quiet night against Wendell on Tuesday – although the England international did get the better of him in the shoot-out.Arsenal had been knocked out at the last-16 stage in their last seven appearances in the competition and are through to their first quarter in 14 years.The Gunners will be grateful their meeting with Chelsea initially scheduled for this weekend has been postponed. The Blues will face Championship leaders Leicester in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Sunday. More

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      Man Utd ‘may be forced to NOT sack Erik ten Hag over FFP fears as cost of axing Dutchman revealed’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED may have to splash over £10million to sack Erik ten Hag in June.Ten Hag’s position as United manager continues to come under pressure amid a turbulent campaign that has seen the team plunging to sixth place in the Premier League table.Manchester United will have to splash over £10m to sack Erik ten HagCredit: AFPSir Jim Ratcliffe is expected to reconsider Ten Hag’s position if Man Utd miss out on Champions League qualificationCredit: PAAccording to The Times, however, dismissing the Dutchman won’t be simple as he and his coaching staff would cost a large sum to offload this summer.The 54-year-old tactician warned the Red Devils were close to the spending limit which was allowed under Profitability and Sustainability rules in January.That is why the ex-Ajax boss was not allowed to sign a striker midseason.Therefore, new investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe will have to decide whether sacking Ten Hag and recruiting a new manager would be worth it.Read More on Man UtdRatcliffe will have to take into account that the club needs every last penny to recruit new players and staff.The Manchester giants are also very keen on landing Dan Ashworth as their new director of football but Newcastle have slapped a £15m price tag on him after placing him on gardening leave.Nevertheless, Ten Hag is well respected among the Ineos hierarchy and there is a feeling that he had limited help before Sir Jim’s arrival.That is why the new club chiefs have included him in recent discussions regarding next season.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL However, Ten Hag will come under scrutiny if United fail to qualify for next season’s Champions League competition.The Red Devils are currently eight points away from Aston Villa and fourth place.’So refreshing’, says Rio Ferdinand after interview with Erik ten Hag at Man Utd training groundTherefore, United might find themselves needing that extra Champions League spot as they are six points away from fifth place.But that would only happen if England’s coefficient ranking is higher than Germany or Italy’s at the end of the season. More

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      I’m an ex-Man Utd star… Kobbie Mainoo reminds me of four-time Champions League winner and he’s only getting better

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      FORMER Manchester United defender Wes Brown has likened star midfielder Kobbie Mainoo to Champions League legend Clarence Seedorf.Mainoo has been the main positive for United this season in what has been a tough campaign.Wes Brown has heaped praise on Kobbie MainooCredit: GettyThe former defender has compared him to legendary midfielder Clarence SeedorfCredit: GettySeedorf won the Champions League with three different clubsCredit: GettyBrown – who spent 15 years at Old Trafford – has been impressed by the 18-year-old midfielder.Asked if Mainoo reminds him of anyone he played with or against during his career, Brown told Instant Casino: “There is, and it’s Clarence Seedorf for me! “If you ever get a chance to watch Seedorf – how he receives the ball, how he wants the ball and how he protects it – to me it’s very similar to the way Mainoo plays. “Believe me, centre midfield is a very hard position to play, but the calmness and the way he looks after the ball is brilliant for someone of his age. You can tell he’s enjoying himself too!”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“When you think of the injuries Manchester United have had, he’s had to come in and play because the manager had no other option.”But I’m so happy he did because you can tell what a good, young player he is. “He will learn and get better, but his attitude is the main thing for me and the reason he’s played so many games.”Seedorf is the only player to have won the Champions League with three clubs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe lifted Ol’ Big Ears with Ajax in 1995, with Real Madrid in 1998, and twice with AC Milan in 2003 and 2007.Two-time Champions League winner Brown then urged the FA to lock down Mainoo to an international future with England.He added: “It’s going to be tight between England and Ghana. Ultimately it’ll be his preference, but it would be so good to see him in an England shirt. “The way he’s showcasing his abilities at such a young age for one of the biggest clubs in the world – he’s definitely a talent the FA will want to play for England for many years to come.”Bruno Fernandes made incredible Kobbie Mainoo prediction ‘two or three years ago’ before he burst on to scene at Man UtdFans have begged Gareth Southgate to take Mainoo to Euro 2024. One X account post posing the question received over 10k likes, with fans saying: “He deserves to play for England.”Another said: “He should be on that plane.”A third added: “He should be there over the likes of Jordan Henderson.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMainoo had not started a league game when England last took the field.Southgate is due to announce his squad on Thursday for their friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. More