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      I was going to the toilet 40 times a day, it nearly finished my career – FA Cup star opens up on horror bowel disease

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      JACK FITZWATER has revealed how he thought his football career was in jeopardy when he was forced to visit the toilet 40 times a day.The defender hopes to help League One club Exeter topple Champions League-chasing Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup at St James Park on Tuesday.Jack Fitzwater has opened up on his struggles with colitisCredit: RexThe Exeter defender revealed he was playing through pain and discomfort to hide itCredit: RexColitis is an inflammatory bowel diseaseCredit: GettyThe 27-year-old thought his career was in jeopardyCredit: RexBut two years ago his health and career were in peril when he started suffering from colitis — an inflammatory bowel disease.Fitzwater, 27, admits he was so embarrassed by his increasing visits to the loo he tried to hide his problem from everyone before telling family, close friends and eventually team-mates.He told SunSport: “It came out of the blue in February 2023. The symptoms steadily got worse.“As a man you try to hide it so I didn’t get seen until that summer, after the season had finished, and by that time the symptoms were terrible.“It’s only then I discovered I had colitis, which is an inflammation of the bowel and you can get it at any age, any time.“When you’re a footballer people think you’re young, fit and healthy. But privately I was struggling.“Symptoms can be blood in your stools, huge fatigue and feeling generally unwell.“I went to the toilet 40 times a day at the worst point. People think you’ve got to be making that up but anyone with colitis or Crohn’s disease will understand it’s a real problem.“It’s not only draining mentally but physically as well.”Fitzwater managed to get through most training sessions and games despite suffering discomfort — so to his team-mates everything would have appeared normal.What is Ischemic ColitisBut he admitted: “I would have to on occasion during the warm up run off and go to the toilet.“I was still able to perform at a decent level in games despite the pain but there were times I had been up during the night for hours so getting up in the morning was a nightmare.”Although he was able to hide his problem from team-mates for some time, it was impossible to do so in his personal life.His toilet visits were far too regular at home.He said: “My fiancee and family started noticing so I had to tell them.“We all deal with things in different ways. I hid it because I’m a man — and you don’t want to show weakness to anyone or anything.“Yet you later realise when you do and speak to the people you need, the problem gets fixed quicker than if you were to hide it all the time.“It was hard and embarrassing for me but anyone who has had it will understand how horrible it is.“Thankfully, I finally listened to what my body was telling me and went to see doctors and got the right treatment. Being comfortable with being vulnerable was something that helped me out hugely.”Fitzwater says listening to medical specialists must always be the priority because once treated the problem can be sorted.Colitis: All you need to knowWhat is colitis and what are the symptoms?Colitis is a condition where the colon and rectum become inflamed.The colon is the large intestine, or bowel, and the rectum is the end of the bowel where stools are stored. Ulcers can develop on the colon’s lining and bleed and produce pus.Ulcerative colitis is a form of colitis that is caused by autoimmune inflammation (the body attacking itself), whereas colitis can be caused by a number of factors including infection.Ulcerative colitis is similar to another condition which causes inflammation of the gut – Crohn’s disease.Symptoms can often be very mild for weeks or months but flare ups with extreme symptoms can cause a lot of pain and trouble for sufferers.Flare ups can include painful and swollen joints, mouth ulcers, areas of painful, red and swollen skin and irritated and red eyes.In addition to this people will often need to empty their bowels six or more times a day and have shortness of breath, a fast or irregular heartbeat, high temperature and blood in stools.Stress can be a factor as can a gut infection.Who can be affected by colitis and how does it differ from Crohn’s disease?It is thought that about one in every 420 people in the UK has ulcerative colitis.It is more common in people of European descent, especially those descended from Ashkenazi Jewish communities and black people.The condition is rarer in people from Asian background, although the reasons for this are unclear.The difference between ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease is that colitis is limited to the colon, while Crohn’s disease can occur anywhere between the mouth and the anus.In Crohn’s disease, there are healthy parts of the intestine mixed in between inflamed areas, on the other hand, ulcerative colitis, is continuous inflammation of the colon.Former Chelsea midfielder Ray Wilkins, who died aged 61 after suffering a heart attack, battled poor health including ulcerative colitis.The defender advises against going online to search for the symptoms and take the results as gospel.He said: “The worst thing was going on to Google and doing a search. I found some accounts on Instagram of people who have had it and shared their experiences.“You end up fearing the worst-case scenario but, once you get to know what it’s about, you come to terms with it and understand it can be effectively treated.”Fitzwater was overwhelmed by the support he received from the club and later the wider public when he decided to let everyone know on social media that he was suffering with colitis.He said: “I told people on my private Instagram account and got so much good feedback — and then made it public by explaining what it was and what I was doing about it. It gained lots of traction.“It’s helped a lot of people. So many people in sport and other walks of life have messaged me since then gone and got treatment.“The club, management, coaches and team-mates have been massive. Only the physios and doctors knew at first.“They have all been helpful and asked me questions about what it was. They didn’t have a clue about it.“And then, as is the case in football, everything moves on to the next thing and life is back to normal.”Fitzwater battled the condition for 18 months and is now feeling fit and healthy.The Grecians ace is back in the team and has been an important part of the club’s run to the fourth round to set up this tie against the Premier League big guns.He said: “I must take medication daily and will do so for the rest of my life. It’s part of my morning routine now. I take it with my vitamins.“It’s all about staying as healthy as possible and enjoying my football.”Fitzwater recalled how he had to go to the toilet 40 times in one day at its worstCredit: GettyHe said the worst thing someone can do is searching the internet and taking results as gospelCredit: GettyHe hopes speaking out will help others who have been hit by the diseaseCredit: Rex More

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      ‘Love this for him’ – Arsenal fans go wild as Aaron Ramsey, 34, goads Stoke supporters 15 years after injury horror

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      ARSENAL fans went wild after Cardiff star Aaron Ramsey goaded Stoke supporters 15 years after his horror injury.The Welshman, 34, broke his leg while playing for Arsenal against the Potters back in 2010.Arsenal fans hailed Aaron Ramsey as he goaded Stoke fans after Cardiff’s FA Cup winThe Welshman had been booed all match by the home supportersRamsey’s leg was broken in a horror tackle while playing for Arsenal against Stoke in 2010Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdA tackle from Ryan Shawcross saw Ramsey break both his tibia and fibula, leaving his leg “at an angle.”Ramsey, who was just 19 years old at the time, was in complete agony as Shawcross was sent off.And it took the Welshman a whole nine months to recover from his setback.Stoke fans have since booed Ramsey any time he’s returned to play at the Bet365 Stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Ramsey received the same treatment this weekend as his Cardiff side travelled to Stoke for their FA Cup clash.But the midfielder had the last laugh as his team drew 3-3 before booking their place in the 5th round with victory in the resulting penalty shootout.And Ramsey made sure to give some treatment back to the Stoke boo boys as he mocked them with a flurry of arm pumps and claps at the final whistle.Arsenal fans were certainly delighted with Ramsey’s actions, with one saying: “Good on you Rambo.”Most read in FA CupJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnother declared: “Love this for him.”One noted: “What a guy.”How did you get this’ – Aaron Ramsey left stunned as details of Arsenal bust-up with Robin van Persie leakedAnother added: “Great to see Rambo giving it to them.”Speaking afterwards, Cardiff boss Omer Riza condemned Stoke fans who booed Ramsey.He said: “I was really surprised by that and disappointed for Aaron because it’s not nice.”But he’s got a character big enough to deal with it. He’s got a lot of people around him who care for him, a lot of people who love him.”So a bit of booing at Stoke will only push him to be better.” More

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      BBC FA Cup coverage interrupted by angry fan calling Dion Dublin a ‘w****r’ as pundit says ‘I’ll take him outside’

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      DION Dublin showed he was not afraid of an angry Tottenham fan by declaring, “I’ll take him outside.”The football pundit was on duty for BBC Sport for Spurs’ clash with Aston Villa.Dion Dublin offers to take a fan outside after abuse is hurled at himSpurs’ defeat puts Ange Postecoglou under more pressureCredit: ReutersAs he gave his half-time analysis of the game, the supporter aimed abuse at the Homes Under the Hammer presenter.The Spurs fan was heard banging on the window of the TV studio at Villa Park, before screaming, “W***er” at Dublin.The noise disrupted fellow pundit Joe Hart who appeared at odds with what to do.While Jermain Defoe gestured towards the fan to ask him to calm down.Read more football newsThat prompted BBC Sport host Mark Chapman to say: “They’re angry behind us after that first half.”However, Dublin would get the bigger laugh. When Chapman then asked him, “Dion, take us through that goal.”On cue, Dublin retorted: “I’ll take him outside.”JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAn amused Chapman burst into laughter, before declaring: “You do that and I’ll be just behind you.”Most read in FootballTottenham were soundly beaten by Aston Villa – with the 2-1 score flattering the visitors.Under-fire Tottenham boss Postecoglou finally breaks silence on EFL boss’ injury jibe with brutal 10-word responseJacob Ramsey put Unai Emery’s side ahead in the first minute when his shot squeezed underneath Antonin Kinsky.Morgan Rogers extended the home team’s lead with a poked effort from close range.Despite a late Mathys Tel effort, Spurs couldn’t muster a fightback.The loss pours even more pressure on beleaguered boss Ange Postecoglou.Now, out of both cups, Tottenham languish in 14th place in the Premier League. More

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      Biggest ever FA Cup giantkillings including Man Utd shock and famous final after Liverpool are humiliated by Plymouth

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      LIVERPOOL suffered a huge FA Cup upset as they crashed out of the FA Cup against Plymouth.Ryan Hardie’s 53rd-minute spot-kick proved decisive as the rock-bottom Championship side – 43 places below the Premier League leaders – were given a helping hand by Harvey Elliott’s inexplicable handball.Plymouth pulled off a major FA Cup upset against LiverpoolCredit: GettyThere have been some major early round upsets in recent years like Chelsea losing 4-2 to BradfordCredit: GettyOne famous final upset saw Wigan stun Man City before they were relegated a week laterCredit: PA:Empics SportLeague Two Stevenage pulled off a massive upset against Newcastle in 2011Credit: Getty – ContributorIt was only the fourth time a team outside of the top flight has knocked out the leaders of the Premier League.However, Argyle’s historic win was the latest in a long-line of incredible FA Cup upsets.Hereford 2-1 Newcastle – 1972The quintessential classic FA Cup fairytale. And with good reason.Non-league Hereford had already defied the odds by taking Newcastle to a replay in the FA Cup third round in 1972 with a 2-2 draw at St James’ Park.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the replay set itself into the very foundations of English football as Ronnie Radford’s stunning volley typified the magic of the oldest football cup competition in the world.Radford’s iconic volley from range was the equalising goal to send the match into extra time.Super sub Ricky George stepped up to score the decisive goal to prompt jubilant scenes at Edgar Street.The result still holds the record for the lowest ranked side to beat top flight opposition.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWimbledon 1-0 Liverpool – 1988Another upset involving the Reds, the 1988 FA Cup final saw the “Crazy Gang” pull off one of the craziest results in English football history.Liverpool were the dominant force of England in the 1980s, having won six league titles across the decade including the 1988 First Division title.ITV forced to apologise as Plymouth hero says ‘I f—ing love it’ TWICE live on air after shocking LiverpoolBut Lawrie Sanchez’s solitary goal paid no mind to the respective history of the clubs, with Wimbledon only having been in the top flight for a total of 11 years in their history at the time.It remains the Dons’ only FA Cup triumph.Wrexham 2-1 Arsenal, 1992Back in 1992 there were a whopping 81 places in the English football pyramid which separated Wrexham and Arsenal in their FA Cup third round clash.The Welsh minnows were struggling in the fourth division while Arsenal were the reigning English champions.However, the Gunners had wet powder as 37-year-old Mickey Thomas hit a 25-yard free-kick to level the match in the 82nd minute after Alan Smith scored the opener before half-time.Steve Watkin delivered the decisive shot two minutes later as he bundled home the winner, prompting a pitch invasion.Bournemouth 2-0 Man Utd, 1984While Man Utd were far from the peak of their powers in the mid 80s, third-division Bournemouth were still relative minnows next to former European Champions and reigning holders of the FA Cup.But under the guidance of Harry Redknapp, Bournemouth conjured up a heroic 2-0 victory.In a whirlwind five minutes, Milton Graham and Ian Thompson struck to send the Cherries into dreamland.United fans stormed the pitch to try and halt the result, but the final whistle confirmed one of the most memorable giant killings of all time.Wigan 1-0 Man City, 2013When relegation-threatened Wigan rocked up to Wembley for the FA Cup final against Manchester City, many saw a win for mega-spending City as a formality.But Roberto Martinez’s underdogs were not content at being resigned to the losers column of FA Cup finalists.The Lactics’ heroic performance finally paid its dividends when Ben Watson headed home an incredible winner in injury time to bag them their first ever FA Cup trophy.A week later Wigan suffered relegation to the Championship, while it turned out to be the last time City would lose a major final before the 2021 Champions League final, when they lost to Chelsea.Sunderland 1-0 Leeds, 1973Another final upset saw Sunderland stun a then-dominant Leeds team to become the first team outside of the First Division to win the FA Cup since West Brom in 1931.Leeds were the reigning champions of the Cup while Sunderland competed in the second tier and had been trophyless for more than 50 years.Yet 100,000 at the Old Wembley watched as Ian Porterfield’s 32nd minute goal won the Black Cats the FA Cup.The match also holds special recognition for a stunning save made by goalkeeper Jimmy Montgomery to deny Peter Lorimer from 10 yards, with the stop drawing comparisons to Gordon Banks’ stop for England against Brazil in the 1970 World Cup.Chelsea 2-4 Bradford, 2015Bradford conjured up one of the most surprising results in recent FA Cup memory when they rocked up to Stamford Bridge to batter Chelsea.With 49 places separating them in the English pyramid, League One Bradford were not given much of a chance against Jose Mourinho’s high-flying Blues.The fourth-round clash started smoothly for the Premier League giants, who took a 2-0 lead.A goal from Jon Stead before half-time gave Bradford hope, before a trio of late goals saw Bradford roar into a two-goal lead in what was an incredibly fourth round clash.Newport County 2-1 Leicester, 2019League Two Newport produced the shock of the season when they beat Leicester in the third round of the FA Cup back in 2019.A staggering 74 places split the teams when they met in early January.Yet Jamille Matt’s goal after just 10 minutes set up what would be a monumental upset.Rachid Ghezzal threatened to ruin the party with an 82nd minute goal before a late penalty from Padraig Amond sent Rodney Parade into pandemonium.Sutton United 2-1 Coventry, 1989Coventry had been the FA Cup holders just 18 months earlier.Yet when the top flight side travelled south to face Sutton in the third round they were left feeling blue by non-league opposition.Goals from Tony Rains and Matthew Hanlan set Sutton on their way to a huge upset at Gander Green Lane.The Us remained the most recent non-league team to beat top flight opponents all the way until 2013 when Luton beat Norwich.Stevenage 3-1 Newcastle, 2011It was only Stevenage’s first season in the EFL.Yet that did not stop them from making Newcastle only the fourth Premier League team ever at the time to lose to fourth-tier opposition in 2011.READ MORE SUN STORIESGoals from Stacy Long, Michael Bostwick and Peter Winn sealed a famous victory.Joey Barton had pulled one back for the Toon in injury time, but Cheick Tiote’s sending off in the 71st minute seemed to confirm the direction of the match before the final whistle blew.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. 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      Aston Villa 2 Tottenham 1: Emery leaves Postecoglou on brink of the sack with Spurs’ second cup exit in four days

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      THE misery just continues for Ange Postecoglou. Although the moment his team conceded after 58 seconds with his keeper producing a howler, the beleaguered Aussie must have known it was going to be another rotten day.Aston Villa dumped Spurs out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 win at homeCredit: AlamyAnge Postecoglou is on the brink after losing another key cup gameCredit: GettyMarcus Rashford made his debut off the bench as he helped Villa secure victoryCredit: RexSpurs have been knocked out of two cups in four daysCredit: RexHis spell as Tottenham manager is now turning into a proper nightmare.Three days after Spurs were annihilated by Liverpool in their Carabao Cup semi-final, Postecoglou’s team were beaten fair and square by Villa and the situation is becoming toxic to a point where a change is inevitable.Jacob Ramsey’s first minute goal was followed by the second by the outstanding Morgan Rodgers’ in the 64th minute. Tottenham’s new striker Mathys Tel, who did not have a kick all game, set up a nervous couple of minutes with a lovely finish in injury time but anything other than a home win would have been a robbery.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs the home fans celebrated the second goal, Marcus Rashford arrived as a substitute for his debut along with fellow new boy Marco Asensio.Rashford’s first action was to accidentally elbow Kevin Danso in the head with the Spurs defender needing treatment.Yet for the on-loan Manchester United forward, he is only just getting his feet under the table at his new club although how much longer Postecoglou remains at Spurs is the big question.Aston Villa’s fans sang ‘you’re getting sacked in the morning. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMeanwhile, Tottenham’s increasingly angry supporters sang for chairman Daniel Levy to leave their club. In fact, they chanted it nine times during the game.Although they were a bit better in the second half, this was still poor from Spurs. Postecoglou should survive for next Sunday’s home match against Manchester United and then an away trip to Ipswich.Under-fire Tottenham boss Postecoglou finally breaks silence on EFL boss’ injury jibe with brutal 10-word responseAgain, you had to have sympathy for Spurs as they were without an entire team. In total, 11 players were out plus the cup-tied Dane Scarlett. They have been forced to put out the type of team Liverpool decided to do at Plymouth – but every week.The only blow for Villa was the first half loss of Ezri Konsa, their only available centre-back, went off with an injury and he was replaced by Lamare Bogarde, the nephew of Winston Bogarde who famously flopped at Chelsea.Yet Villa’s defence were hardly given a tough test. And Tottenham’s manager will have hoped his team would, at the very least, remain solid at the back while finding their feet in the game.Ramsey opened the scoring after less than a minuteCredit: GettySpurs was torn apart in the opening momentsCredit: AFPInstead, they were put on their backsides in under a minute.Rogers had too much space when receiving a pass from Youri Tielemans. He navigated his way past Lucas Bergvall – a bit too easily for the Tottenham manager’s liking you would image – and threaded a pass through to Ramsey with Spurs right-back Pedro Porro having gone walkabout.Ramsey took the ball into the area with his first touch and while his shot was not particularly good, it still squeezed through keeper Kinsky. What an utter disaster for Spurs.Spurs chairman Daniel Levy would have expected that the club’s fans, at some stage during the evening, would be chanting for him to leave the club. Jacob Ramsey doubled Villa’s lead in the second halfCredit: GettyThe game looked out of reach after the second strikeCredit: ReutersBut even he would have thought this would occur a bit later than only the second minute.Spurs struggled to get the ball out of their half and they kept handing Villa chances on a plate.New Villa arrival Donyell Malen blazed his shot into the North Stand while visiting keeper Kinsky, in fairness, did push away a decent shot from Leon BaileyAs Tottenham’s fans sang: “‘we’re f****g s**”, Tielemans had a free run on goal before his strike bobbled wide while Ramsey also dragged a shot beyond the far post.Rashford looked sharp coming off the benchCredit: PAMarco Asensio also impressed on his debutCredit: PAIn their only meaningful attack of the first half, Spurs should have scored but Son Heung-Min struck his effort at Emiliano Martinez after an outstanding first-time pass from Mikey Moore.In fact, the finishing from both teams was pretty rubbish. Bailey shot straight at Kinsky, Ramsey hit the post with the follow-up while Malen hammered an effort into the side netting in first half stoppage time.Spurs did improve after half-time although they could not be any worse. Son was denied by a decent block from Bogarde, which is something we did not see from his uncle all those years ago, although he only played 12 times in four years in England before leaving in 2004.Mathys Tel pulled one back at the deathCredit: AFPIt was too little, too late for SpursCredit: ReutersRamsey should have made it 2-0 but Kinsky struck out his right arm to save.Yet with Rashford and Asensio waiting to enter the field of play, Villa got the second when Porro scuffed a clearance from Malen’s cross and Rodgers had an easy finish.Spurs defender Danso had a terrific chance to pull a goal back but he somehow missed the target from close range.Rashford had a chance at the end but Archie Gray took the ball off his foot. READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd then Mathys Tel delivered a cracking finish in stoppage time to put away Kulusevski’s cross.Yet for Spurs, it was far too little, too late.The pressure is now on for Big AngeCredit: GettyUnai Emery will be dreaming of FA Cup gloryCredit: Getty More

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      Marcus Rashford’s first act as an Aston Villa star leaves Tottenham’s Kevin Danso covered in blood in FA Cup clash

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      MARCUS RASHFORD wasted no time in making his mark in an Aston Villa shirt – leaving Tottenham’s Kevin Danso in a bloody heap. The Manchester United loanee came off the bench during Villa’s FA Cup fourth-round tie with Spurs on Sunday. Unai Emery gave Marcus Rashford his debut against Spurs on Sunday eveningCredit: GettyRashford won a strong header against Kevin Danso just minutes into his first appearance for VillaCredit: BBCThe challenge caused the Austrian to require lengthy treatmentCredit: BBCBlood was seen pouring from Danso’s forehead after the collisionCredit: PARashford, 27, replaced Donyell Malen just after the hour with the hosts leading 2-0.The England striker was given a hero’s welcome by the home support after joining from United until the end of the season. The 27-year-old looked full of energy as he attempted to win a header against Danso just seconds after entering the field.Danso came off second best, appearing to catch an accidental elbow from Rashford.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe challenge resulted in lengthy treatment for the £21million Austrian, who had blood rushing from a wound on his forehead. One fan on X roared: “This Rashford redemption arc, he is here for blood! Literally. Up the Villa.”Another said: “Won a header and smashed Danso already, I love him.”Rashford was frozen out at Man United by new boss Ruben Amorim.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe forward had indicated in December he was ready for a “new challenge” away from Old Trafford. Villa will be paying 75 per cent of his wages and will have the option to make his loan permanent in the summer for £40million.Why Marcus Rashford could be perfect fit for Aston Villa after Man Utd transferFollowing confirmation of his move last week, Rashford released a short statement thanking Red Devils fans.He wrote: “I would like to thank Manchester United and Aston Villa for making this loan deal happen.”I was lucky to have a few clubs approach me but Aston Villa was an easy decision.”I really admire the way that Aston Villa have been playing this season, and the managers’ ambitions.”I just want to play football and am excited to get started.”I wish everyone at Manchester United all the best for the rest of the season.”Villa were pegged back by a late Mathys Tel goal in the Midlands.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Unai Emery’s side held on to book their place in the fifth round for the first time in a decade. And Spurs must now win the Europa League if they are to end their long trophy drought. More

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      Fans say ‘straight to jail’ as supporter is spotted wearing half-and-half SHIRT for Plymouth vs Liverpool clash

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      A FAN sparked fury with a half-and-half shirt during the FA Cup clash between Liverpool and Plymouth Argyle.Plymouth stunned the Premier League leaders and the entire competition as they eliminated Arne Slot’s men denying them an unprecedented quadruple.A fan sparked outrage with a half-and-half shirt during Plymouth vs LiverpoolPlymouth stunned Liverpool as they eliminated them from the FA CupCredit: AFPRyan Hardie scored the winner for the Pilgrims from the penalty spot on 53 minutes to seal a famous 1-0 win for the Championship’s bottom side.Liverpool fans were left shocked by that early elimination from the FA Cup.But one of them surely left smiling ear to ear as he was also a Plymouth supporter.The supporter in question made his controversial loyalty public as he attended Home Park with a shirt that donned both of the teams’ colours.Read More on FootballAnd that didn’t sit well at all with a raft of other fans watching from home as they stormed social media.One fan tweeted: “Absolutely disgusting scenes. No place in football for it.”Another commented: “Straight to jail.”A third wrote: “MY GOD. MY EYES.”Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThis fan said: “Reprehensible. Utterly reprehensible.”And that one stated: “Game’s gone.”Liverpool star Cody Gakpo incredibly reveals how close he came to joining Premier League strugglers but left transfer up to fate Liverpool are now gunning a treble as they sit top of the Premier League table, are set for a Carabao Cup final against Newcastle and finished first in the league phase of the Champions League. More

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      ITV forced to apologise as Plymouth hero says ‘I f***ing love it’ TWICE live on air after shocking Liverpool

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      ITV had to apologise after a Plymouth player swore TWICE during a live interview following Argyle’s famous 1-0 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup.Argyle defender Nikola Katic let a few f-bombs slip during his post match interview as Liverpool’s quadruple hopes went up in smoke at Home Park.Nikola Katic swore during ITV’s live coverage of Plymouth’s shock 1-0 win over LiverpoolThe Plymouth hero said ‘I f***ing love it’ TWICE live on airCredit: ITVKatic – who lost a tooth in the opening stages following a collision with his own team-mate – couldn’t contain his emotion.When asked what’s like to beat Liverpool, he said: “I f****** love it”, before repeating, “I f****** love it” AGAIN immediately after.Katic – who only joined Plymouth on loan from FC Zurich last month- added: “That’s why I came here. It’s a beautiful day here.” Plymouth goalkeeper Conor Hazard – who was booked in the second half – could be seen laughing after Katic made his faux pas.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSRyan Hardie’s penalty clinched a historic victory over the Premier League leaders and fans inside Home Park had their hearts in their mouths when the fourth official put nine additional minutes up.The millions at home were waiting for Katic to apologise for his profanity, but he seemingly forgot too, instead adding: “We did what the coach asked from us. That is it.”But ITV host Mark Pougatch took charge of matters after the camera switched back to the studio.Pougatch said: “We’re very sorry for the industrial language.”Most read in FootballBlood was seen pouring from Katic’s mouth as he received medical treatment on the pitch in the opening minutes. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFortunately, Katic was back on his feet and was able to resume the game shortly after.The Bosnian is on loan from the Swiss Super League and put in a Player of the Match performance, as he made 11 headed clearances.Plymouth hero Ryan Hardie reveals touching reason he ‘teared up’ in warm-up before scoring penalty to stun LiverpoolMark Pougatch was forced to apologise after Katic sworeCredit: GettyHe previously played for Rangers, where he was managed by Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.In fact, Katic was part of Gerrard’s title-winning side in the 2020-2021 season.Meanwhile, Slot made 10 changes to the team that beat Tottenham in the Carabao Cup.Ryan Hardie made no mistake from the penalty spot to give his side a deserved lead early in the second half.The ball had smacked off Harvey Elliott’s arms, which were raised well above his head, inside the area.Hazard produced a stunningly late match-winning save from Diogo Jota, adding: “That’s just my job, isn’t it? Keep the ball out the net the best I can. I’m delighted with it.”Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Alisson and Andy Robertson were among those given the afternoon off with Trent Alexander-Arnold unavailable through injury.READ MORE SUN STORIESPlymouth, meanwhile, sit 43 places below Liverpool at the bottom of the Championship.The FA Cup fifth-round draw takes place on Monday night.Plymouth pulled off one of the biggest shocks in recent FA Cup memoryCredit: RexHardie made no mistake from 12 yardsUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More