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    Tyson Fury’s beloved Morecambe’s crisis hits new low as EFL not certain club will be funded to end of season

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    MORECAMBE’S board slammed the club’s ownership group as they confirmed that they cannot make any further January transfers.The cash-strapped Lancashire side are 23rd in League Two amid serious financial issues.Morecambe have endured a torrid few yearsCredit: RexBoss Derek Adams has had to work in difficult circumstancesCredit: RexMorecambe are owned by the Bond Group, whose director is Jason Whittingham.They have been up for sale since September 2022 and have since been relegated from League One.The Shrimps were placed under a transfer embargo last March due to the non-payment of a VAT bill.After the matter was settled with HMRC, boss Derek Adams was forced to cobble together a squad – signing 15 players on July 12 after the embargo was lifted.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt was later claimed that Kuljeet Singh Momi had agreed a deal with Whittingham to buy the club.But the credibility of Singh Momi’s bid is yet to be ratified by the EFL.Earlier this month, Morecambe co-chairmen Rod Taylor and Graham Howse were asked about the status of the club’s takeover during a fans’ forum.During the evening, Howse said: “The share capital which came in at the end of November is ring-fenced for the January budget.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAY”We have allocated that figure in the last couple of days and Derek (Adams) has been informed of that.”We believe he has a decent sum of money to do well in the market. We are looking at loan (players) predominantly.”Tyson Fury spotted filming series 2 of At Home With The Furys in Morecambe as Gypsy King takes break from Usyk training Morecambe have so far recruited Ryan Schofield and Callum Cooke this month to help bolster their survival bid.But in a fresh twist, a statement from directors have confirmed that they are “currently prevented from making further signings in the January transfer window, despite recent cup successes and capital injections”.They add that this due to the fact that “written assurances from Bond Group that the club will be funded to the end of the season have not been supported by sufficient proof of source and sufficiency of funding”.The statement goes on to claim: “Bond Group had assured the Club that it would meet these requirements and support additional player recruitment in January, but when proof of funding was requested, it failed to provide it.”Bond Group has informed the Club today that it is working on sourcing additional funds, but there is no guarantee that these will land in time to impact the rest of the transfer window.”Morecambe’s board of directors then took an incredible swipe at the Bond Group.’THE CLUB HAS BEEN LET DOWN BY ITS OWNER’Their statement added: “The board wishes to place on record that once again the club has been let down by its owner, undermining the efforts and hard work of the manager, staff, and directors at this critical time.”The EFL declined to comment on the matter when contacted, but SunSport understands that they remain in dialogue with Morecambe regarding adhering to league regulations.Shrimps were slapped with a suspended two-point deduction last month – having been deducted three last term.Morecambe are five points from safety with 21 games remaining.The Shrimps are former boxing heavyweight champion Tyson Fury’s local club.The Gypsy King has sponsored the club’s shorts in the past, and even claimed in 2022 that he was considering buying them.He told talkSPORT at the time: “I’m thinking about buying Morecambe Football Club, they’re in League One at the moment.”So I was thinking I invest X amount of millions in them. Basically throw it at them and keep them going up.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve been offered to buy Morecambe Football Club. I own all the training facilities anyway and the training gym. So who knows?”You might be looking at a football club owner.”Tyson Fury has worked with his local club beforeCredit: Morecambe FC More

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      Inside football’s glitziest game as millionaire Hollywood owners and sporting icon face off at Wrexham vs Birmingham

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      ROLL up for Hollywood vs the Wall Street-backed American sports GOAT: The Sequel.Wrexham and Birmingham face off on Thursday night at the Racecourse Ground, and it’s not just a top-of-the-table League One game — but two glitzy worlds colliding.Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have transformed WrexhamCredit: FX NetworksTom Brady decided to become a joint-owner at BirminghamThe return fixture kicked off earlier in the season with tempers flaringCredit: GettyBrady attended the St Andrew’s showdown with David BeckhamCredit: GettyOr, as Rotherham manager Steve Evans called their first clash, the Real Madrid of League One against the Harlem Globetrotters.Hollywood A-listers Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s third-placed Wrexham host Tom Brady and Tom Wagner’s Wall Street-financed leaders Birmingham in the highest-profile fixture our third tier has ever known.And if Thursday night’s game is anything like the first instalment, we are in for a cracker.When the two teams met at St Andrew’s in September, the Blues came from behind to win 3-1 with two goals from £15million summer signing Jay Stansfield and Tomoki Iwata.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut, in truth, the scoreline flattered Wrexham who were overpowered by a team that spent more money in the summer transfer window than any club outside the Premier League.Even Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson quipped: “Birmingham bought every player we wanted to sign!”Not only was Birmingham’s famous old ground packed to the rafters with more than 30,000 fans but the game attracted a global audience of FOUR MILLION – the biggest viewing figure ever for a third-tier game in any country, let alone England.Birmingham co-owner and NFL legend Brady was at that game along with the likes of David Beckham and Gary Neville.Most read in EFLBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesAnd the atmosphere was so electric inside the stadium that even Beckham was blown away by it, saying that he had not experienced such excitement in a stadium for many years.Both clubs are living the American Dream. Tom Brady in hilarious reaction after getting X-rated welcome from Wrexham fans for Birmingham clashReynolds and McElhenney rescued Wrexham five years ago when they were rotting away in the lower reaches of the National League.Now they are on the brink of taking the team into the second tier for the first time in 43 years.Such has been their success, they have inspired some of their Hollywood chums to invest in English football.Their pal, funnyman Will Ferrell has bought a stake in Leeds, Creed movie series star Michael B Jordan was part of a group that bought a stake in Bournemouth while Avengers director Joe Russo has bought into Sheffield United.But Reynolds and McElhenney are far more hands-on and have generated significant funds mainly through their Disney+ series Welcome To Wrexham, which has been a huge success.They have opened doors that even some Premier League clubs would be jealous of.The past two summers, they have embarked on coast-to-coast North America pre-season tours taking on the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Bournemouth where they were treated by the hosts like Prem stars.Ahead of this game Reynolds, McElhenney and Brady have joined forces to help raise money for the Los Angeles Fire Department after their incredibly heroic battle against the wildfires that threatened to engulf the Californian city.The game is being screened at the Cosm Los Angeles Stadium where organisers are hoping for a big turnout.And while Reynolds and McElhenney have attracted global attention for Wrexham, they have endeared themselves to the locals with their generous charity work on these shores.The Hollywood duo have led Wrexham to back-to-back promotionsCredit: GettyBirmingham were relegated at the end of a nightmare seasonCredit: GettyReynolds has a special bond with his players including striker Paul MullinCredit: Instagram @vancityreynoldsThe pair generously donated to Sands UK three years ago when then-Wrexham player Jordan Davies and his partner Kelsey’s son Arthur was stillborn three years ago.And Reynolds auctioned Deadpool-themed gym equipment to raise funds for Your Space – a local organisation that helps children with autism. They have also supported the Institute of Cancer Research.And, touchingly, they donated £10,000 towards a £40,000 crowdfunder to adapt the home of a four-year-old Wrexham fan called Louis, who was born with a rare genetic condition which causes him to have painful leg spasms, limited mobility, epilepsy and cerebral palsy.They are still planning to renovate the Racecourse Ground — which includes the building of a new stand at the Kop end.At Birmingham, the American owners are spending a year righting the wrong of their disastrous first season where they somehow conspired to get the team RELEGATED.Sacking John Eustace while they were in the promotion play-off spots and replacing him with Wayne Rooney proved to be an utter disaster.But they have thrown huge amounts of money at the problem and so far it is working with the team top of the table and five points clear of third with two games in hand.There is a real feel-good factor around the blue noses… and regardless of tonight’s result, Birmingham are surely going to be back in the Championship next season with a clear ambition to get into the Premier League.But how do the owners’ mad worlds compare? SunSport takes a closer look at the millionaire owners…ASTONISHING WEALTHIn terms of net worth, it’s Reynolds who is the daddy of them all.The Hollywood movie star’s fortune has risen in the last few years thanks to the blockbuster Deadpool films, If and Bullet Train.It’s not just in entertainment where Reynolds is thriving. A keen eye for business, he made a reported profit of £96m from the sale of Aviation Gin and also sold a 25 per cent stake in Mint Mobile last year.All of that means Reynolds is believed to be worth around £300m.His rival Brady is said to be worth £228m.Reynolds earned much of his wealth from the Deadpool filmsCredit: © Twentieth Century Fox 2016Tom Brady won seven Super Bowls during his illustrious NFL careerCredit: GettyMost of the seven-time Super Bowl winner’s wealth was accumulated by his NFL playing career as a quarterback for the New England Patriots and later the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.And that’s been boosted by a ten-year contract with Fox to commentate on NFL, worth a cool £285m.Although McElhenney hasn’t quite got the same wealth as those two, the It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia creator has around £50m in the bank.Last year, he and Reynolds also invested a 24 per cent equity stake in F1 team Alpine Racing.FAMOUS WIVESReynolds is one half of a Hollywood super-couple.He married Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively in a small, secret ceremony in 2012.The Canadian was previously married to another beauty, Scarlett Johansson.Reynolds is married to fellow Hollywood star Blake LivelyCredit: GettyThe couple got married in 2012Credit: The Mega AgencyBrady and Gisele Bundchen separated in 2022Credit: GettyThe sporting great was briefly linked with Cristiano Ronaldo’s ex Irina ShaykCredit: GettyMcElhenney met his wife Kaitlin Olson on the set of It’s Always SunnyCredit: PAMcElhenney met future wife Kaitlin Olson on the set of It’s Always Sunny in 2005, and began dating a year later.Brady was married to the most famous supermodel in the world, Gisele Bundchen until their shock split in 2022.He soon started dating another model, Irina Shayk, who famously had romances with Cristiano Ronaldo and Bradley Cooper – but he is now believed to be single.AMAZING MANSIONSReynolds and Lively spend most of their time on the East Coast of the USA, while Brady and McElhenney are based on the West Coast.Ryan and Blake’s New York property boasts 11.65 acres, has an outdoor barn, with the main Colonial-style house measuring around 8,892 square feet.It features seven bedrooms and six bathrooms, and reportedly cost around £4.4m.Tom Brady has a mansion in LA but put his Miami pad went up for saleCredit: Romain Maurice for The U.S. SunIt is believed Brady has moved into a mega mansion in Los Angeles after it was renovated in the summer.Spanning 14,000 feet, he purchased the land for a sum believed to be around £12m and then erected a home.His former Miami home went up for sale for over £12m after his divorce from Gisele.EPIC CAR COLLECTIONSReynolds and Brady are two petrolheads who love their motors.The former sports star has an insane car collection worth a whopping £3.5m.In his garage, you’ll find a Rolls Royce Ghost, two Aston Martins – a DB11 and a Vanquish Volante – a Bugatti Veyron Super Sport and a Ferrari M458-T.On top of that, Brady has also been seen behind the wheel of an Audi R8, a Range Rover Sport and a Lexus.Reynolds boasts a speedy Lamborghini Aventador in his collection that reaches a top speed of more than 217mph.To get around in luxury with his family, the Van Wilder actor also has a huge Cadillac Escalade.Always with an eye for the classics, Reynolds also added a super Mercedes-Benz 190 SL W121 to his collection.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt set him back a cool £121,000 and was produced between 1955 to 1963.Lavish lifestyle, aside though, who has the better team? We’ll soon find out. Brady owns a stunning car collection including a Bugatti VeyronCredit: GettyReynolds and his family get around in their Cadillac EscaladeCredit: CadillacThe Lamborghini Aventador can hit a top speed of 217mphCredit: Getty More

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      Ex-Premier League star, 32, who earned millions playing for Newcastle now earns just £360 a week as an apprentice

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      AN EX-Premier League star who earned millions playing for Newcastle now earns just £360 a week as an apprentice.Sammy Ameobi earned an estimated £6.4m during his 11 year career that saw him make 264 appearances for teams across the top three leagues in the EFL.Sammy Ameobi previously earned millions playing for Newcastle UnitedCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe made 70 appearances for the club in all competitions over six yearsCredit: AP:Associated PressLater in his career, the winger played for Nottingham Forest in the ChampionshipCredit: GettyThis comes as the star avoided a driving ban after causing a hit and run road accident that left a teenage girl in A&ECredit: CavendishHowever, it as now been revealed that the former multi-millionaire footballer works as an apprentice, earning just £22,000 a year.This means the 32-year-old is now earning the equivalent of more than 26 times less what he was paid for, on average, during his footballing career.The star, who was with Newcastle United as a junior, made his first senior appearance for the club during their 2010/11 season.Ameobi’s first goal for the senior team in a friendly against Darlington in July 2011 sparked a pitch invasion by jubilant fans.Read More on FootballHe went on to make 52 more appearances for the team in the Premier League, with his best season in the top-flight being 2014-15.In that season the winger made 25 league appearances and scored two goals.Ameobi also appeared on loan for Middlesbrough and Cardiff City in the Championship during the 2012-13 and 2015-16 seasons respectively.After Newcastle were relegated to the Championship in 2016, he was sent out on loan to League One side Bolton Wanderers.Most read in FootballThere, he scored four goals across all competitions in the 2016-17 season and helped promote the team to the Championship.He also made four appearances at the tail end of the season for Newcastle United which saw them promoted back to the Premier League.Major update on Michail Antonio as West Ham star undergoes surgery after horror Ferrari crashAmeobi was then signed by Bolton on a free transfer in July 2017, making 91 appearances for the club across all competitions over the following two seasons, scoring 12 goals.The winger, who’s a devout Christian, made the move to Championship rivals Nottingham Forest at the end of the 2018-19 season.There, he made 81 appearances and scored 8 goals in all competitions, before moving to Middlesbrough two seasons later.However, this move did not lead to any senior team appearances, with Ameobi leaving the club, and his football career all together, in July 2022.He had also played twice for the Nigeria U20s and five times for the England U21s before he committed to the Nigerian national team.His brothers Shola and Tomi are also both professional footballers, with Sammy playing alongside the former at Newcastle United.In August 2013, the pair were the first brothers in Newcastle’s history to score in the same game during a 2-0 win over Morecambe in the League Cup.Then, in 2014, Ameobi became the fastest scoring substitute from open play in the history of the Premier League when he scored after just eight seconds of the second half against Tottenham Hotspur.HIT AND RUN INCIDENTIt comes as the former star escaped a driving ban after he caused a hit and run road accident which left a teenage girl in A&E.Ameobi claimed he had been racing to get to work for his new £360 a week apprentice job when the smashed his Audi E-Tron with a personalised plate into Beth Egerton’s Citroen C1.The crash, which took place on November 12 last year at a roundabout during the morning rush hour, saw Ameobi flee the scene, leaving the 19-year-old in the wreckage.Beth’s vehicle was propelled into the path of coming traffic, according to her family, and she suffered undisclosed injuries in the crash.She was taken to hospital and her car was written off.Beth’s mother Vicky posted a public appeal for information, including the unique SAMM11Y number plate of his electric 4×4, helping to track down devout Christian Ameobi.She said in her appeal: “My daughter was just going to work minding her own business.”This individual needs to take accountability for their actions.’’Police also used CCTV footage of the accident to track Ameobi down, who also had no valid insurance to drive the luxury car.At Chester magistrates court, Ameobi, of Northwich, Cheshire pleaded guilty to failing to stop after an accident and having no insurance and was fined £240 with £181 in costs and victim surcharge. His licence was endorsed with six penalty points.Val Tonkinson, prosecuting, said how the right wing of Beth’s car was collided with by Ameobi’s motor.The charge states that damage to Beth’s car included “dents to the wheel arch of the right hand side of the vehicle back and front” and the “right side wing mirror”.Ameobi, representing himself, said: “Obviously, what I did was wrong. I understand that. “It was completely out of character. I panicked at that moment to be honest with you.“I am not trying to make excuses for it. “He continued: “My wife and I were in the hospital with my son the night before. “He had choked on medication he had for eczema.“I did not get any sleep.”The star explained that he had begun his apprenticeship after “quite a long time” out of work due to “health issues”.Ameobi added: “I was rushing to get to work and worried about my son.“I just panicked at that moment. That is all that was.”The 32-year-old said he had insurance documents with him but that he had forgotten to inform his insurance company of a change in relation to his private registration.READ MORE SUN STORIESAmeobi had previously been fined £750 in 2019 for speeding after claiming there were “no trains” to catch to his then-new club Nottingham Forest.He had been caught hitting 80mph in a 40mph zone while driving his £189,000 Mercedes supercar in October 2018.Beth Egerton was taken to A&E after the accidentCredit: CavendishSammy Ameobi appearing outside of courtCredit: Cavendish More

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      Bolton SACK Ian Evatt after four years in charge after losing at home again and season at risk of petering out

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      BOLTON have sacked manager Ian Evatt.The League One club sit ninth in the table despite expectations of challenging for promotion this season.Bolton have sacked Ian Evatt as manager following a 2-1 defeat to CharltonCredit: GettyThe Wanderers crashed to another home defeat by Charlton last night.And club bosses decided at an emergency board meeting called after the defeat that enough was enough and pulled the plug.A club statement said: “Bolton Wanderers Football Club today announces that First Team Manager Ian Evatt has left the Club by mutual consent. “We would like to express our gratitude to Ian for his professionalism, commitment and creating a legacy during his time at the Club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEvatt, 43, joined Bolton in July 2020 after leaving Barrow and guided the team to promotion from League Two with a third-place finish in his first season.He was then awarded a three-year contract in 2021 and went on to win the EFL Trophy in 2023 and lead the club to the play-offs in the same season, seeing him earn renewed terms up to 2026.Bolton suffered heartbreak under Evatt at the end of the 2023/24 season as they lost in the play-off finals.But this season the wheels have come off for the Trotters, with a run of one win in six games to start their season proving difficult to recover from.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFollowing a 2-1 defeat at home to Charlton last night, they have now lost five games at the Toughsheet Community Stadium this season.Speaking after the game, Evatt told reporters: “I can’t pick faults with the way we played. ‘Classless’ – Fans fume as EFL star’s ‘disgusting’ behaviour sparks row that sees manager sent off days after dad died-Locat”We were back to our best for large parts. But we found a way to lose which has happened too often. It can’t obviously continue.”The performance was better than most of the season, if not all of it. But we came out on the wrong side of the result. That is bitterly disappointing.”I am immensely proud when we play like that of who we are as a team.“We look at them (Charlton). They got the win but they were very direct, very simplistic. I am not sure I would want to watch that every week.”This season Bolton have won 11 of their 26 games, drawn five and lost ten.Overall, Evatt managed 261 games for the club, winning 132, drawing 52 and losing 77.My view: Phil Gradwell – SunSport’s Bolton fanIT’S a real shame Ian Evatt’s time at Bolton ended as it did – but he had outstayed his welcome.He was lucky there were no fans in stadiums in his first season as he’d have probably lasted just six months.But in the second half of that League Two campaign his Wanderers went on a fantastic run to sneak automatic promotion.But ultimately, we have spent too much time in the third tier.There have been plenty of good times – that promotion, a 6-0 gubbing of Sunderland and the Papa John’s Trophy win in 2023.That day summed up his reign – great when it didn’t really matter. Opponents Plymouth were beaten 4-0 but finished top of League One. We lost in the play-off semis, so who were the real winners?He should have gone in the summer, after one of the most abject displays of all time in the play-off final against Oxford. It shouldn’t have even come to that – we blew automatic promotion.And with us now languishing in mid-table, his departure was IanEvattable. More

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      Amateur footie team set unbelievable record after all ten outfield players scored in a 10-0 win

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      AN amateur footie team believe they have set a world record after all ten outfield players hit the back of the net in one match.Sharp-shooters AFC Eastfield routed league strugglers Pocklington 10-0 in their biggest ever win, but they also achieved a unique feat when all players scored a goal.An amateur footie team believe they have set a world record after all ten outfield players hit the back of the net in one matchAFC Eastfield is based in North YorkshireThe club is now checking with Guinness World Records in a bid to get their historic win recognised.The team, from Scarborough, North Yorks, celebrated wildly at full-time — except for club secretary Stephen Crosby, who had promised to buy every player a pint if they could reach double figures and keep a clean sheet.At 9-0 I was offering our players £20 for an own goalClub secretary Stephen Crosby who had promised pints all round for a 10-0 winStephen, 64, told The Sun: “Never in my wildest dreams did I think they’d do it.“We were 3-0 up at half-time which was a pretty nice cushion to have.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“The manager told the lads to put the pressure on them in the second half and to push on — and they did.“It’s not like our keeper had nothing to do. Pocklington broke forward a few times.“We kept rattling the goals in. By the time we were 9-0 up, I was offering our players £20 to score an own goal.”The first was scored by Ryan Herrington, with Chris Hannam and Brad Cawkwell also on the scoresheet before half time.Most read in FootballIn the second half, Martyn Kelly, Brad-Lee Craggs, Conor Fiddy and Cailum Webster took the score to 7-0 before Billy Lawson and Omer Issa Yousef helped the side reach 9-0.And in the 75th minute, striker Rio Scott headed the tenth goal into the net.Steam train bizarrely interrupts amateur football matchStephen, from Scarborough, said it was even more remarkable as the team lost all 18 league matches last season.He added: “We almost folded twice as we were so demoralised. In the end, the league collapsed and we were moved to the East Riding County League.”Of their win, he said: “I don’t think any side has had all ten outfield players score in one game. It’s unheard of.”Arbroath’s 36-0 demolition of Bon Accord in 1885 is the biggest win recognised by Guiness World Records — but only six different players scored.Nine scored as Liverpool thrashed Norwegian side Strømsgodset 11-0 in a European Cup Winners’ Cup match in 1974.And the Reds also had eight players hit on target in 1989 as the Anfield giants beat Crystal Palace 9-0.But AFC Eastfield reckon they are the first side to have all ten outfield players score.Ryan Herrington scored the opening goalChris Hannam scored the second goalRio Scott scored the record breaking goalOmer Issa Yousef was man of the match More

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      EFL match delayed in opening minutes following medical emergency in crowd at Bolton v Charlton

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      BOLTON’S League One clash against Charlton suspended due to a medical emergency with a fan taken to hospital.Play was halted in the early stages of the game between two teams chasing promotion to the Championship.Bolton players gathered before kick-off in a crucial clash against CharltonCredit: RexOnly 1min 43secs had been played before the whistle was blown.Bolton posted on X: “There has been a stoppage in play due to a medical emergency in the crowd. “We will update as and when we know more.”Supporters rushed to post their well-wishes to the fan on social media.Read More FootballMeanwhile inside the Toughsheet Community Stadium, the person was given a round of applause by both sets of fans as they were moved by medics.The Bolton News reports that the “person [was] now being moved on a backboard to the stretcher at the side of the stand. They are being moved to the tunnel area.”The match restarted after a delay of around eight minutes, with the club then posting: “The game has now resumed. “Our thoughts are with the supporter who has fell ill and we will update when we hear more on the situation.”Most read in FootballCharlton also posted on X, writing: “We send our best wishes to the supporter impacted.”At half-time, Wanderers gave a further update, posting: “Following a medical incident in the crowd during the opening minutes of tonight’s game, Wanderers can confirm that a supporter has been taken to Bolton Hospital for further treatment.”Our thoughts and prayers remain with the supporter.”Bolton are currently sitting two places outside the play-off spots in League One.Manager Ian Evatt has come in for some criticism from fans for his side’s inconsistent form this season.They have lost three, won two and drawn one of their last six league games.Charlton, meanwhile, are also chasing the play-offs, currently in 11th spot with 35 points from their 25 games played.Bolton are chasing a League One play-off spotCredit: Getty More

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      Former Premier League ace, 46, married to ex-soap star sacked by EFL club as 160-word statement released

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      BARROW have sacked former Premier League ace Stephen Clemence as manager after eight months into the job.Clemence, 46, played for Tottenham, Birmingham and Leicester, where he hung up his boots in 2010 and crossed over to management nine years later.Barrow have sacked manager Stephen Clemence after just eight monthsCredit: RexClemence has been married to former Brookside soap star Suzanne Collins since 2017Credit: AlamyThe former midfielder took over Barrow in League Two back in May but a run of six defeats in his last 10 matches, of which he won only one, led to his dismissal.The ex-England youth international, who has been married to former Brookside soap star Suzanne Collins since 2017, oversaw a total of 10 wins and 15 losses in 32 games with the Bluebirds.The club issued a brief statement thanking Clemence for his contribution and explained that the recent poor form forced their hand.Barrow issued the following statement: “Barrow AFC can confirm that they have parted company with their First Team head coach, Stephen Clemence.”Read More on FootballChairman Paul Hornby said: ‘Stephen came in over the summer and we had high hopes to build on his considerable coaching ability and reputation.”‘We’ve built a strong squad of players together and enjoyed some memorable early success including our Carabao Cup exploits.”‘Stephen has always conducted himself with great dignity and professionalism but unfortunately our recent extended run of poor results has led us to the decision that it was time to make a change.”‘We would like to thank Stephen for his hard work and dedication to the club and wish him well for the future.’Most read in EFLBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusives”The club can also confirm that Assistant Manager Robbie Stockdale will also leave his role, we would also like to thank Robbie for his contribution during his time with us.”We will provide updates on the search for a new Head Coach in due course.”Ruben Amorim warns Man Utd stars he’ll learn more about them vs Southampton than against Arsenal and LiverpoolClemence, whose dad was the late England, Liverpool and Spurs legend Ray, started out as caretaker boss at Sheffield Wednesday in 2019 before taking over Gillingham in 2023 for just five months. More

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      Major broadcasting change as massive EFL derby to be shown on free-to-air TV after landmark deal

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      A HUGE EFL derby is the next match to be shown on free-to-air TV as part of a landmark deal.Leeds’ clash at Elland Road against Sheffield Wednesday will be shown on ITV on Sunday.Leeds vs Sheffield Wednesday will be shown free-to-air on ITVCredit: RexSky and ITV announced they had reached an agreement to show Championship and Carabao Cup fixtures free-to-air earlier in the season. The deal started in January with the first leg of the Carabao Cup tie between Arsenal and Newcastle. Now Championship football will follow on ITV with top of the table Leeds kicking it off against Wednesday. Middlesbrough’s derby with Sunderland will then follow on ITV on Monday, February 3. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFive Championship games are scheduled to be broadcast for free over the second half of this season. And the second leg of Liverpool’s Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham is also going to be on ITV on February 6.The Premier League leaders are currently trailing 1-0. EFL Chief Executive Trevor Birch said: “The EFL is home to some of the most popular and exciting competitions in world football.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”And the competition for promotion places is already shaping up to be as competitive as ever across the three divisions as we head into the second half of the season.”We are delighted that this agreement between the League, ITV and Sky Sports will open them up to an even wider audience, and would like to extend our thanks to both partners for making this possible.”Wayne Rooney Eyes Pundit Spot on BBC’s Match of the Day More

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      EFL clash delayed after medical emergency in crowd during match aired live on Sky Sports

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      AN EFL clash aired on Sky Sports was delayed after an emergency in the crowd.Blackpool’s League One match against Huddersfield Town was halted in the 16th minute after a signal from the stands.Blackpool’s clash with Huddersfield was halted due to a crowd emergencyCredit: GettyBlackpool’s official social media account released a statement following the stoppage.It read: “Stoppage in play as a fan in the stadium is being treated for a medical emergency.”We send them our best wishes.”Play was resumed after seven minutes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBlackpool’s social media account added: “Play has restarted and we wish everyone involved the very best.”Fans reacted to the news on social media with many sending well wishes.One posted: “I hope the fan is ok.”A second wrote: “I hope they are alright.”Most read in FootballA third commented: “Thoughts are with those affected.”Erling Haaland’s salary is only ninth biggest in football with Chelsea flop Koulibaly earning more than Man City starA fourth said: “Hoping it is nothing serious!”Another added: “Praying everyone is fine.”At the time of the stoppage Blackpool were leading the match 1-0 thanks to a goal from Rob Apter.The Tangerines doubled their advantage deep into added time in the first half through Albie Morgan.However, the Terriers fought back with goals from Joe Taylor and Brodie Spencer to level the match and earn a point. More