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      Kate Abdo reveals unbelievable former career leaving Carragher in total shock – but got fired for inappropriate piercing

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      KATE ABDO left Jamie Carragher in shock after revealing her surprising first job and the reason she was let go.The TV presenter was hosting CBS Sports’ Champions League coverage alongside Carragher, Micah Richards, Anita Jones and Peter Schmeichel when she lifted the lid on her previous career.
      Kate Abdo revealed she worked at Greggs
      Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards couldn’t believe it
      The revelation left Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher in hystericsCredit: CBS SPorts

      And despite her current glamorous occupation presenting the football alongside a host of star names, she hasn’t always been at the top.
      In fact she started her professional life a whole world away from the football pitches and the tv cameras as an employee at Greggs.
      Abdo revealed live on air that her first ever job was working for the northern bakery serving customers their sausage rolls and steak bakes.
      Speaking on CBS Sport, she said: “[I used to work at] Greggs in Stretford. I wasn’t dripping in Louis Vuitton so much back then – It was my first job.”
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      The revelation left Carragher shocked as he couldn’t believe that Abdo had started out working in the well known chain, asking: “You used to work for Greggs?!”
      And he was even more surprised when he found out exactly why she ended up leaving the role.
      Abdo revealed that she was in fact FIRED for getting her tongue pierced whilst at the company.
      She said: “I got fired. I got my tongue pierced and I couldn’t speak to people properly.”
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      Both Carragher and Richards were in hysterics at the revelation and were teasing their colleague as a result.
      Abdo has come a long way from her days cooking up baked good and is now the face of CBS Sports’ football coverage.
      She’s not short of talent either with the star fluent in English, Spanish, French and German.
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      ‘My breasts have never been that big’ – Kate Abdo reacts to awkward photoshopped image shown live on TV

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      KATE ABDO hilariously joked “my breasts have never been that big” after a photoshopped image was mocked up of her wearing a Greggs apron and hat.The CBS Sports presenter, 42, revealed during live coverage of Newcastle vs PSG in the Champions League that she used to work for the bakery outlet.
      Kate Abdo revealed she once worked for a Greggs branch in Stretford
      This was the photoshopped image shown on CBS Sports

      Abdo was an employee in the Stretford branch of Greggs before becoming an esteemed broadcaster.
      The revelation left Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards in stitches as they could not believe it.
      Abdo added: “I wasn’t dripping Louis Vuitton quite as much back then.”
      But before she could explain any more about her time in the role, the producers put up a photoshopped picture of her in Greggs attire.
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      To which she brilliantly replied: “My breasts have never been that big.”
      And those on social media were loving the hysterical segment.
      One person said: “These guys are just fun it’s self 🤣😆.”
      While another added: “Kate is the best after Laura Woods, what a time to be a football fan tuning into the Champions League.”
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      Abdo has established herself as one of the best presenters in sportCredit: Alamy
      She has been broadcasting for a number of yearsCredit: EPA
      She is now best-known for her Champions League coverage on CBS SportsCredit: Getty
      A third replied: “Funniest group on TV.”
      A fourth responded: “Brilliant p***taking.”
      And a fifth said: “Kate Abdo and Greggs – The combination no-one knew they needed.”
      Abdo speaks French, German and Spanish fluentlyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      She has also presented boxing in the pastCredit: AFP More

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      Newcastle star Alexander Isak left covered in blood and has to have head bandaged up as fans compare him to club legend

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      ALEXANDER ISAK needed a head bandage after blood was seen pouring from his head while laying on the floor.The Newcastle ace was left on the floor with blood pouring from his head during the Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain after he was involved in a tackle.
      Alexander Isak was left with blood pouring from his head
      Isak was given treatment to fix the issueCredit: Reuters
      Isak returned with a bandage around his headCredit: Reuters
      Fortunately, the striker was soon back on his feet and running around.
      Toon fans could not help but draw comparisons to Isak with club legend Alan Shearer.
      Taking to X, formerly Twitter, one fan said: “Isak bringing the Shearer vibes.”
      A second commented: “Isak got the prime Shearer look. It’s officially over for PSG.”
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      A third wrote: “Not the first striker to be bandaged up. #Sheareresque.”
      Match of the Day pundit Shearer was forced to wear a bandage during a 2003 clash against Aston Villa.
      Shearer, 53, was left in a bloody mess after a collision with Gareth Barry just 11 minutes into the game.
      And it was not the only time he was forced to channel his inner Terry Butcher, with another match when he donned the headband seeing him put Sunderland to the sword in 2002.
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      Tonight’s game with French champions PSG marks a return to Champions League at St James’ Park after a 20-year hiatus.
      Isak, 24, almost opened the scoring for Newcastle but saw his effort saved, only for Miguel Almiron to slot home with a composed finish.
      Dan Burn later added a scrappy second as he rose highest in the area.
      The Swedish forward had five goals in eight games before the PSG clash.
      Alan Shearer was forced to wear a head bandage on a number of occasionsCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      Newcastle and PSG fans clash in city centre as bottles and flares thrown ahead of huge Champions League game

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED and PSG fans have clashed in the city centre ahead of a historic night at St James’ Park. Video footage of PSG supporters being escorted through the streets of Newcastle shows the feisty atmosphere ahead of the Champions League clash.
      Newcastle United and PSG fans have clashed in Newcastle city centreCredit: Twitter @AdamP1242
      A video shows flares and bottles being thrown between the supportersCredit: Twitter @AdamP1242
      Eddie Howe’s Newcastle side welcome PSG to St James’ Park tonight in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      It shows bottles and flares being thrown back and forth between both sets of fans.
      Many of those filmed have their hoods up.
      Chants of “Who are ya?” could be heard as Newcastle supporters taunted the travelling Parisians on their way to the stadium.
      While police officers lined the streets and acted as a barrier between PSG’s away following and the Toon Army.
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      In the footage, an officer can be seen extending a baton as they try to calm the situation.
      It comes as Eddie Howe’s men will be hoping that their stadium will act as a cauldron of noise for their Champions League group stage game this evening.
      It’s the first home game that the Magpies have hosted at their place amongst Europe’s elite in over 20 years.
      The Premier League side returned to action in the competition last month when they played out a 0-0 draw with AC Milan at the San Siro.
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      But the task of welcoming French giants PSG and their star studded cast will be something different for the competition’s relative rookies.
      The likes of Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele will be a welcome but difficult challenge for the Premier League’s eighth place team.
      But Newcastle couldn’t be coming into the fixture in better form if they tried winning all of their last three matches without conceding a goal.
      And during those three victories they toppled treble winners Man City and stuck EIGHT goals past Sheffield United in the league
      Newcastle are in top form going into tonight’s clashCredit: Getty
      They will have to deal with superstar Kylian Mbappe if they are to get a resultCredit: Reuters More

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      Kylian Mbappe makes shock Newcastle request as PSG travel to St James’ Park for huge Champions League clash

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE has made an unusual request ahead of PSG’s clash with Newcastle.The forward asked for a pair of gloves after he judged the Tyneside weather as being too cold for him during training ahead of PSG’s clash with Newcastle.
      Kylian Mbappe requested gloves ahead of PSG’s clash with NewcastleCredit: Getty
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      Mbappe initially emerged gloveless but ran back in to grab a pair after feeling the chill.
      It was a mild 13C for PSG’s session at St James’ Park ahead of the Group F clash.
      Tonight’s game will be Newcastle’s first home Champions League fixture in 20 years and the atmosphere is bound to be raucous at St James’.
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      Mbappe has previously commented on Tyneside’s reputation for cold weather after Antoine Griezmann managed them on Football Manager and signed Mbappe on the game.
      When Griezmann told him, he said: “Newcastle? It’s not very warm there, eh?”
      PSG manager Luis Enrique was complimentary of his opponents ahead of tonight’s tie, saying Newcastle are “the complete team” that “no one wanted” to draw.
      He said: “Newcastle are the team from the fourth pot who no one wanted, very quick, good in possession and off the ball. They are a complete football team. And then they are in front of their own very passionate supporters and that will help them.‌
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      “No one wants to play them because we saw how well they did last season. It is a hostile place from a sporting view. It is a spectacular place to play.
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      “It will be good to see what my team are made of. I am envious of my players because they get to experience that first hand.”
      The Spaniard then recounted his own experience of playing at St James’ for Barcelona 26 years ago which Newcastle won 3-2 courtesy of a Tino Asprilla hat-trick and said: “It was a really tough game… 26 years ago is a lifetime ago! It is true I scored in it. It finished 3-2 with some great Newcastle players.
      “So I know here the atmosphere is great, a great crowd and it wasn’t an easy evening back then… and it won’t be tomorrow.” More

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      Man Utd flops look glum as they return to training after humiliating Galatasaray loss heaps pressure on Ten Hag

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      MANCHESTER UNITED players looked forlorn on their return to training following the defeat to Galatasaray.The Red Devils suffered a humiliating 3-2 home loss to the Turkish giants in the Champions League.
      Man Utd players were dragged back into training this afternoonCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Man Utd lost 3-2 to Galatasaray last nightCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      They are ready to start preparations for the weekend’s Brentford game alreadyCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Marcus Rashford was sat in the back of his new £180,000 Mercedes vanCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      It continued their miserable start to the season with them languishing in tenth in the Premier League and without a point in Europe.
      Erik ten Hag called his squad back to Carrington on Wednesday afternoon to dissect the defeat and prepare for Saturday’s clash versus Brentford.
      The players trudged into training with a glum looks on their faces.
      Captain Bruno Fernandes led his team in behind the wheel of a Bentley.
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      Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire, Scott McTominay, Sofyan Amrabat, Mason Mount, Christian Eriksen and Facundo Pellistri were also spotted as they arrived.
      Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford was not seen as he was in the back of his £180,000 Mayback Mercedes van.
      The new vehicle has personalised head rests with his initials stitched into them, a 40in TV in the back alongside plug sockets and a galaxy ceiling.
      Antony was also in attendance after making his first appearance off the bench versus Galatasaray after some time away from the club amid abuse allegations, which he firmly denies.
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      Sofyan Amrabat looked glum on arrivalCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Christian Eriksen came on at half-time versus GalatasarayCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Pressure is increasing on Ten Hag with club legend Gary Neville revealing he “feels sorry” for him and claiming that Old Trafford has become a “graveyard” for managers and players.
      The boss now has the same Premier League loss percentage as Ralf Rangnick.
      But Ten Hag still has the backing of club chiefs.
      Facundo Pellistri rocked up in a PorscheCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
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      Paul Scholes compares Rasmus Hojlund to Man Utd legend after Danish striker’s two goals in Galatasaray shocker

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      PAUL SCHOLES compared Rasmus Hojlund to Manchester United legend Ruud Van Nistelrooy after his stellar performance on Tuesday.The Danish striker scored two goals in the Red Devils’ Champions League clash against Galatasaray.
      Paul Scholes compared Rasmus Hojlund to former Man Utd star Ruud Van NistelrooyCredit: Getty
      Van Nistelrooy made over 200 appearances for United from 2001-2006Credit: Getty
      United got off to a great start when the Red Devils took the lead after 17 minutes, with Hojlund heading in a goal from a Marcus Rashford cross.
      Wilfried Zaha equalised minutes later on his return to Old Trafford with a scruffy volley to beat Andre Onana.
      Hojlund then scored his second of the night to give United the lead before Akturkoglu put the Turkish giants back on level terms at 71 minutes.
      Andre Onana made a huge blunder, which caused Casemiro to foul Mauro Icardi in the box and earn a second yellow card.
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      The Argentine missed from 12 yards but made up for it minutes later to hand Galatasaray a 3-2 win at Old Trafford.
      Despite their defeat, United legend Scholes spotted some talent in 20-year-old Hojlund, who had another effort ruled out for offside, and even compared him to superstar ex-striker Val Nistelrooy.
      He told TNT Sports: “There’s a bit of Van Nistelrooy in there.”
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      Hojlund had a tough start to life at Old Trafford, missing the first lot of games this season due to a back injury.
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      But since his debut earlier this month in United’s 3-1 defeat against Arsenal, the Danish star has scored three goals in seven appearances.
      Van Nistelrooy during his five-year spell at Old Trafford from 2001-2006 made over 200 appearances and scored 150 goals under Sir Alex Ferguson. More

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      Ten Hag has full backing of Man Utd despite horror start to season with Champions League hopes hanging by a thread

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      ERIK TEN HAG RETAINS the full backing of Manchester United despite a shocking run of five defeats in seven games.The Dutchman is the fifth permanent boss in ten years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired, to go with two caretakers and one interim manager.
      Erik Ten Hag is coming under increasing pressure as United bossCredit: EPA
      But there is no desire amongst the owning Glazer family or Chief Executive Richard Arnold to make any changes despite the sudden downturn in performances and results.
      Ten Hag has been backed to the tune of £400million for new players and enjoyed a fine first season.
      The club reached two domestic Cup finals winning it’s first trophy in six years with the Carabao Cup victory over Newcastle at Wembley.
      He also guided the Red Devils into third position in the league to secure their position back in the Champions League.
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      But they have lost their opening two games in that competition away to Bayern Munich and at home to Galatasaray on Tuesday.
      Add that to the four defeats in seven in the league that have left them in tenth place already seven points off the top four.
      There have been mitigating circumstances with injuries and the current issue with Jadon Sancho who remains exiled from the first team.
      Recently Ten Hag had to give Antony time off to fight allegations of assault.
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      The fans are sticking with him although there have been the first murmurings of doubt.
      Top pundit and United legend Gary Neville has been a long term critic of the owning Glazer family and says he has sympathy for Ten Hag.
      Neville told TalkSport: “I feel very sorry for the manager, I know a lot of people will say he’s got to do a lot better, and that’s fine, he’s the Manchester United manager, but there are a lot of big problems at the club that managers have found over the last ten years.
      “I think until those problems are solved we’ll still continue to see underperforming teams, underperforming players, it’s become a graveyard for coaches and players – it’s not too strong a term.”
      Tuesday’s defeat had fans pining for David de Gea with goalkeeper Andre Onana producing another horror show.
      De Gea posted a selfie after the game on Instagram story with the caption “love y’all”. More