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      How many languages does Kate Abdo speak?

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      FAN favourite Kate Abdo is riding high after landing a four-year contract to stay on as one of the main CBS Sports presenters.But there is more to the popular host than meets the eye, as the talented star is actually multilingual.
      Kate Abdo is a much-loved sports presenter known for her work on CBSCredit: AFP
      Who is Kate Abdo?
      Born on September 8, 1981, in Manchester, Kate Abdo is a sports presenter who hosts the UEFA Champions League coverage for CBS Sports.
      Her presenting style has won her legions of followers since she joined the American broadcaster in 2020.
      In June 2023, it was announced Kate is staying on with CBS after signing an exclusive four-year contract.
      Taking to social media to announce the news, she told her followers: “I’m so blessed, and so grateful.
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      “Four more years with a network that has been so good to me, and a show and team that I love.”
      Returning to CBS’ Champions League coverage in September 2023, fans welcomed her back with open arms, with one writing: “I watch UCL football for Kate Abdo.”
      Another added: “Kate Abdo twice a week, this is what life is about.”
      Mancunian Kate is known for her on-air banter with her high-profile CBS colleagues like Thierry Henry, Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher.
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      Away from CBS, and she has also hosted the Europa League group stage draw on three different occasions, and back-to-back Ballon d’Or award ceremonies in 2014 and 2015.
      Over the years the popular presenter has hosted boxing shows for Fox, Sky Sport and DAZN, and covered the 2022 World Cup for Fox.
      In 2010, Kate married wealthy German businessman and investor Ramtin Abdo.
      How many languages does Kate Abdo speak?
      Kate began her broadcasting career in Germany covering the Bundesliga as a production assistant and has since worked in the UK, Spain, France, and now the United States.
      Because of this, she speaks fluent French, German and Spanish.
      So, including English, multilingual Kate speaks an impressive FOUR languages.
      Kate has previously shown off her impressive language skills on air.
      During a show in November 2022, CBS Sports host and her ex-football star co-hosts were shown Champions League interviews by PSG’s Kylian Mbappe, Federico Valverde of Real Madrid, and RB Leipzig boss Marco Rose.
      Kate then effortlessly translated the questions and answers from all three for the English-speaking viewers.
      This earned the talented star a fist-bump from Thierry Henry, while Micah Richards said: “Wow, Kate! Three interviews, three languages!
      “The first one French, second one Spanish, third German. Das ist gut, Ja!”
      Meanwhile, social media was also full of praise for Kate, as one fan said: “This is a tremendous ability on top of being an ace presenter. A very good use of having languages.”
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      A second added: “She is unbelievable at her job. It is so damn impressive.”
      A third agreed: “So incredibly impressive and in a live studio environment too.” More

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      Newcastle vs PSG: Toon host French giants in mouth-watering Champions League clash – stream, TV, team news

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      NEWCASTLE will host French champions PSG in an epic tie at St James Park on Wednesday night.It’s all set to be a momentous occasion in the North East as the Magpies gear up for their first Champions League clash on Tyneside for over 20 years.
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      Eddie Howe’s side returned to Europe’s elite competition against Italian giants AC Milan, drawing 0-0 at the San Siro.
      The Toon have been in impressive form since earning their hard-thought point against the Italian giants.
      Newcastle have won their last three games in all competitions beating Sheffield United, Manchester City and Burnley.
      Meanwhile, PSG have had an indifferent start to their Ligue 1 season sitting fifth in the French top flight.
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      Luis Enrique’s side beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in their glamour Champions League opener.
      When is Newcastle vs PSG?

      Newcastle vs PSG will take place on Wednesday, October 4th.
      Kick off will be at 8pm BST.
      St James’ Park will host.

      What TV channel is Newcastle vs PSG on and can it be live streamed?

      Newcastle vs PSG will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 2.
      TNT Sports customers can live stream all the action via the discovery+ app.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all of the action by following SunSport’s live blog.

      Team news
      Eddie Howe will be without Harvey Barnes, Joe Willock and Sven Botman for their clash with PSG.
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      Callum Wilson has missed the last two matches due to a minor hamstring issue but could feature in the glamour tie with the French giants.
      Joelinton made his return from injury on Saturday against Burnley but the Brazilian only lasted four minutes before being withdrawn.
      Anthony Gordon is available for Wednesday night but will be suspended for Newcastle’s next Premier League game against West Ham.
      Kylian Mbappe played 90 minutes against Clermont after shaking off an ankle issue and is likely to start at St James’ Park.
      Luis Enrique will be without Nuno Mendes, Marco Asensio, Presnel Kimpembe and Sergio Rico for their trip to Tyneside.
      What are the odds?

      Newcastle – 6/4
      Draw – 5/2
      PSG – 13/8

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      Lens vs Arsenal: Mikel Arteta’s Gunners travel to France for epic Champions League Group B clash – stream, TV, team news

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      ARSENAL will travel to French side Lens for an epic Champions League Group B match.Mikel Arteta’s side thumped PSV 4-0 to mark their return to Europe’s elite competition.
      Kai Havertz scored his first Arsenal goal in the Gunners 4-0 win away at Bournemouth on the weekendCredit: GETTY
      Since then, the Gunners are unbeaten in all competitions, thrashing Bournemouth 4-0 most recently.
      Summer signing Kai Havertz scored his first Arsenal goal at the Vitality after converting a penalty.
      Meanwhile, Lens have had a torrid start to the new Ligue 1 season, losing four of their first seven games.
      The French outfit claimed a point away at Sevilla in their Champions League opener and sit second in Group B.
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      When is Lens vs Arsenal?

      Lens vs Arsenal will take place on Tuesday, October 3rd.
      Kick off is set to take place at 8pm BST.
      The Estadio Bollaert-Delelis will host.

      What TV channel is Lens vs Arsenal on and can it be live streamed?

      Lens vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 2.
      TNT Sports customers can live stream all the action via the discovery+ app.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all of the action by following SunSport’s live blog.

      Team news
      Lens will be without the likes of Wuilker Fairnez, Jimmy Cabot, David Costa and Massadio Haidara.
      Mikel Arteta will be hoping winger Gabriel Martinelli will return to the Gunners squad on Tuesday after missing the last four games due to injury.
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      Bukayo Saka limped off in Arsenal’s 4-0 win away at Bournemouth on the weekend and may not be risked for the trip to France on Tuesday night, with the Gunners playing title rivals Manchester City on Sunday.
      Thomas Partey has returned to training this week and could feature against Lens.
      What are the odds?

      Lens – 9/2
      Draw – 3/1
      Arsenal – 3/5

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      Who is Dale Houghton? Man who used Bradley Lowery photo to taunt Sunderland fans

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      A TWISTED football fan held up a picture of Bradley Lowery to taunt Sunderland supporters at a match.Dale Houghton, 31, was seen grinning as he showed the image from his phone at the Sheffield Wednesday vs Sunderland match on Friday, September 29, 2023.
      Dale Houghton is due to be sentenced on November 17 and could face jail timeCredit: Facebook
      The 31-year-old was charged with a Public Order Offence after his arrestCredit: Twitter/@sheffield wednesday
      Who is Dale Houghton? 
      Houghton was arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency following the disgraceful incident.
      Prosecutor Jade Short spoke at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court today and told the court Houghton viewed the picture as “enjoyable banter” and was smiling as he showed it.
      Houghton has since lost his job as a window fitter following the sick act, the court heard.
      Connie Combs, defending, said Houghton realised he was “out of line” and was “disgusted” by his actions.
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      A Sheffield Wednesday spokesperson told Mail Sport: “We are aware of the images circulating and have launched an immediate investigation together with South Yorkshire Police.
      “We roundly condemn this completely outrageous and utterly deplorable behaviour. We can only apologise for the undoubted distress caused to Bradley’s family and friends.”
      What has Dale Houghton been charged with?
      The sick football fan was charged with a Public Order Offence after his arrest.
      He appeared at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court today where he admitted causing harassment, alarm and distress.
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      The 31-year-old now faces a maximum of six months in prison for the offence and is set to be sentenced on November 17.
      Judge James Gould warned Houghton he faces jail as he bailed him on the condition he does not attend any games.
      The disgraced fan is also banned from going within a mile of Hillsborough on match days.
      He was also slammed by Bradley’s mum, Gemma, for the “unforgivable” act.
      In a victim impact statement, she said: “This image made me feel so many emotions. I find it hard to put into words.
      “It is not just disrespectful to Bradley but also to other people who are going through the emotional trauma of dealing with cancer.
      “This image portrays negatively. I feel upset that these two men used this image to get a reaction from Sunderland fans. It was unforgivable.
      “I have nothing but loving memories of Bradley.”
      Who was Bradley Lowery?
      Bradley Lowery was a Sunderland superfan who tragically died aged six, in 2017.
      The brave little boy had been battling against a rare form of childhood cancer called neuroblastoma.
      Bradley had been given the crushing diagnosis when he was just 18-months old.
      After undergoing extensive surgery and pulling through chemotherapy, the footie-mad youngster went into remission for 18 months.
      But the cancer returned in 2016 and his family were told the disease was terminal.
      He captured the nation’s hearts appearing on the pitch alongside Sunderland captain Jermain Defoe several times.
      The pair spent a lot of time with each other, including in the months before Bradley’s passing.
      Defoe would text Gemma every morning asking for health updates on the brave boy.
      The devastated football player paid an emotional tribute to his “best pal” following his death.
      The club also honoured Bradley’s “indomitable spirit, tremendous courage and beautiful smile”.
      The statement read: “Despite battling neuroblastoma for much of his all too short life, he demonstrated a bravery and fortitude beyond his years that humbled us all.
      “He was truly an inspiration.
      “His heart-warming friendship with players and staff alike epitomised the impact this wonderful little boy had on everyone he met. He had a special relationship with Jermain Defoe and their feelings for each other were evident for all to see.
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      “Jermain, naturally, is heartbroken.”
      Following the sick incident involving Houghton, The Bradley Lowery Foundation, which was set up by Gemma, wrote on Facebook: “This is so sad for me to see – whatever happened to ‘cancer has no colours’, let alone respect for a family that lost their baby to cancer?”
      Bradley Lowery on the pitch as a mascot for SunderlandCredit: PA:Press Association
      The superfan struck up a close bond with captain Jermain DefoeCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The little boy’s mum, Gemma, has spoken out about the pain Houghton’s actions causedCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Man Utd vs Galatasaray: Ten Hag’s men hoping to bounce back from Bayern defeat – stream, TV channel, team news

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      MANCHESTER UNITED take on Galatasary on Tuesday night as they go in search of their first win in the Champions League this season. United lost 4-3 to Bayern Munch in a thriller in their first game and were largely outclassed throughout.
      Manchester United were beaten 4-3 by Bayern Munich in their group stage openerCredit: AFP
      Wilfried Zaha will be hoping he can haunt his old club on Tuesday nightCredit: Getty
      Ten Hag’s men have also been in less than stellar form in the Premier League, as they lost at home to Crystal Palace on Saturday.
      They’ll need a big response in Europe against Galatasaray, who drew their opener against Copenhagen.
      And they’ll have former United star Wilfried Zaha in their ranks for the huge clash too.
      When is Man Utd vs Galatasaray?

      Man Utd’s clash with Galatasaray will take place on Tuesday, October 3.
      The game will kick off at 8pm BST.
      Old Trafford will play host to the Champions League fixture.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Man Utd vs Galatasaray will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Antony could make his return to the side after his leave of absence from the first team following claims of assault from his ex-girlfriend.
      Lisandro Martinez is certain to miss the game as he recovers from a foot injury that could keep him out until 2024.
      Wilfried Zaha is expected to start against his old club from the off.
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      Odds

      Man Utd – 2/5
      Draw – 15/4
      Galatasaray – 6/1

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      Leigh Wood vs Josh Warrington: UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for world title clash

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      LEIGH WOOD defends his WBA featherweight world title this weekend in a massive clash with Josh Warrington. Wood is coming off a win over Mauricio Lara back in May, which occurred just 3 months after being knocked out by the Mexican in their first fight.
      Wood and Warrington have been pining to face each other for over a yearCredit: Getty
      Warrington also had two fights with Lara, losing one by KO while the other was stopped due to a cut sustained by his opponent in the second round.
      The Leeds fighter hasn’t been in the ring since losing his world title to Luis Alberto Lopez on points last year.
      And now he’s looking to become a three-time world titleholder as he faces Wood in a titanic Sheffield clash.
      When is Wood vs Warrington?

      Wood’s clash with Warrington takes place this weekend on Saturday, October 7.
      The fight will take place at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield.
      The ring-walks for the main event will get going from 10.30pm BST, with the main card to start at 7pm.

      What channel is Wood vs Warrington and can it be live streamed?

      Wood vs Warrington will be shown live on DAZN in the UK.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      You can also pay £99.99 for the year up front, and this is the lowest cost option.
      The fight is available for live streaming on your mobile or tablet device from the DAZN app.
      You can also watch DAZN 1 HD on Sky channel 429.

      Wood vs Warrington full card
      As well as Wood vs Warrington’s title fight, Terri Harper will also be in title action as she faces ring legend Cecilia Braekus.
      Prospects Hopey Price and Junaid Bostan are also in action.

      MAIN EVENT: Leigh Wood vs Josh Warrington – for WBA featherweight title
      Terri Harper vs Cecilia Braekhus – for WBA and WBO super-welterweight title
      Kieron Conway vs Linus Udofia
      Hopey Price vs Connor Coghill
      Junaid Bostan vs Corey McCulloch
      Nico Leivars vs Ryan Walker
      Cameron Vuong vs Engel Gomez
      Koby McNamara vs Francisco Rodriguez

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      Who designed Aston Villa’s ‘wet look’ kit and what have players said about it?

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      EVERY year the world’s leading football clubs will change up their shirts for a different design.One club included on that list is Aston Villa – but who designed the kit and what have the players said in response? Here’s everything you need to know.
      Lucy Staniforth pictured wearing the kitCredit: Rex
      Who designed Aston Villa’s kit?
      Aston Villa’s 2023-2024 kit was designed by British kit supplier Castore.
      The Manchester-based manufacturer are in the second season of a ”multi-year” deal with the club.
      Castore’s tagline reads: “Demand better – premium performance.”
      Andy Murray had a deal with the sports brand before they moved into football with Rangers.
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      Since then the company has expanded rapidly, taking on deals with Newcastle, Villa and Wolves, as well as Feyenoord and many more.
      They also manufacture gear for McLaren and Red Bull Racing, the Irish national football team and England cricket.
      What have the players said about the new kit?
      Both the men’s and women’s team have reportedly complained about the new ”wet-look” shirt and say it impacts their performances.
      The kit appears to retain sweat and become heavy for those sporting the shirt.
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      This came to light in September 2023, as several fans and kit experts noticed that Villa’s Castore jerseys seemed to cling the players’ bodies.
      Members of the men’s first-team squad were left looking like they had been drenched during their Europa Conference League clash with Legia Warsaw.
      Although Villa’s home shirts appeared to suffer with the issue, Emiliano Martinez’s goalkeeper top appeared to be fine.
      Similarly, Aston Villa Women were forced to wear the ‘wet-look’ shirt as the WSL got underway with the Midlands-based side kicking things off against Manchester United.
      A source close to the team said they were “deeply concerned” about wearing the kits, with another describing them as feeling “really bad” to play in.
      Speaking ahead of kick-off, Aston Villa Women’s boss Carla Ward said: “It’s up to the football club’s legal team and Castore to discuss that and deal with that.
      “It’s something I’ve tried to completely ignore as difficult as that is.
      “The football club are in full control of that. They’ve been excellent with us, myself and the players around it.”
      The kit manufacturers responded to the controversy by stating they intend to ”address this issue as quickly as possible to meet the standards we expect”.
      A Castore spokesperson said: “There has been some media speculation about a potential issue in the football kit supplied by Castore to Aston Villa Football Club.
      ”We are working closely in collaboration with the club to address this issue as quickly as possible to meet the standards we expect. We would like to thank the club for their patience and support to date.
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      ”As a proud new British brand, we always hold ourselves to the highest of standards and strive to do everything we can to constantly improve the performance of our products. This means addressing any customer concerns with promptness and humility.”
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      Will Tottenham vs Liverpool be replayed after Luis Diaz VAR error?

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      LIVERPOOL fans have united in fury after Luiz Diaz’ goal was wrongly ruled out in the controversial 2-1 defeat at Tottenham.PGMOL chiefs have admitted to a “significant human error”, explaining that VAR darren England believed he was confirming that Diaz was ONSIDE when he told referee Simon Hooper “check complete”.
      Luis Diaz was wrongly flagged offside against TottenhamCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      It was some 45 seconds after after play had restarted with a Spurs free-kick that Hooper was informed of the mistake.
      But that meant there was nothing he could do under International FA Board VAR protocols and the Laws of the Game.
      SunSport explains the cock-up – and what can happen next:
      Why was Luis Diaz’s goal ruled out against Tottenham?
      The flag initially stayed down when Mo Salah played Diaz in behind the Spurs defence but was then raised as the ball found the net – which was the assistant referee following the correct process when he believed it was a “tight” offside call.

      That decision was automatically checked by VAR Darren England and his team at Stockley Park.
      According to PGMOL, England and his assistant Dave Cook wrongly believed they were conforming the goal was onside, rather than determining that a mistake had been made by the onfield officials.

      That led to them telling Hooper “check complete” – which inadvertently ratified the incorrect offside decision as far as the referee was concerned.
      Play then restarted with a Spurs free-kick for offside and it was only at the next stoppage in play for a Liverpool throw 45 seconds later that Hooper was told of the error.
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      Luis Diaz thought he’d opened the scoring against TottenhamCredit: Reuters
      Will the game be replayed?
      There is no realistic possibility of the match being replayed.
      Under the Laws of the Game, and this has not changed, “the referee’s decision is final”.
      In this case, Hooper acted properly under both the laws and the VAR protocols.
      Of course, Arsenal famously gave Sheffield United a replay (although still at Highbury) in a 1999 FA Cup tie after Nwankwo Kanu did not realise Ray Parlour was throwing the ball back to Blades keeper Alan Kelly and squared for Marc Overmars to score.
      But Fifa actually criticised the FA for allowing that to happen because the result should have stood despite the circumstances.
      What have the PGMOL said?
      So far, PGMOL have issued two statements.
      The first, on Saturday evening, saw PGMOL “acknowledge a significant human error” and that “a clear and obvious factual error…should have resulted in the goal being awarded through VAR intervention”.
      PGMOL pledged “a full review into the circumstances which led to the error”.
      Then on Sunday it was announced that England and Cook had both been stood down from their planned duties at Nottingham Forest v Brentford and Fulham v Chelsea respectively.
      Diogo Jota was sent off in the game as Liverpool went down to NINE menCredit: Alamy
      What have Liverpool said?
      Jurgen Klopp’s righteous frustration in the aftermath of the game was measured and understandable.
      However, the club raised the ante with what many viewed as a contentious statement on Sunday night.
      The Anfield club acknowledged PGMOL’s “admission of their failures” but added: “It is clear that the correct application of the laws of the game did not occur, resulting in sporting integrity being undermined.”
      Liverpool said it was “unsatisfactory that sufficient time was not afforded to allow the correct decision to be made and that there was no subsequent intervention” and described the description of the mistake as “significant human error” as “unacceptable”.
      The club finished: “In the meantime, we will explore the range of options available, given the clear need for escalation and resolution.”
      Quite what that means is unclear – although hints at a demand for head to roll.
      Liverpool’s initial comment was also incorrect. The Laws WERE applied but wrongly as a mistake was made in terms of the VAR’s non-intervention.
      What happens next?
      PGMOL is under some pressure to release the full audio of the conversations between England and Hooper as soon as possible to demonstrate its version of events is accurate – even if that embarrasses the VAR.
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      It seems likely that both England and Cook will be sidelined this weekend as well, with that action potentially extended to after the international break.
      But the Premier League will not order a replay – as it did not when the failed goalline technology missed Sheffield United’s “winner” at Villa Park in the first weekend back after lockdown in 2020. More