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      Man Utd vs Liverpool tips and free bets for mega Premier League clash with talkSPORT BET

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      HAVING recently played out one of the all-time FA Cup classics, rivals Manchester United and Liverpool clash once again in a vital Premier League game.We’ve picked out our top tip for the game with talkSPORT BET – who are offering brand new customers an incredible £30 in free bets when they stake just £10 on football!How to claim..talkSPORT BET offer

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      It’s a fixture that often produces goals, especially at the Theatre of Dreams.In total, 25 have been scored in the last five games between these sides at this stadium.And when you factor in a recent 7-0 trouncing that Liverpool handed the Red Devils at Anfield, there’s goals to be had here.Jurgen Klopp’s side go into the weekend at the top of the table and with Arsenal and Manchester City bang there, they simply can’t afford to slip up.TIPAs mentioned, there’s goals in this game. That should be a guarantee.What’s not a guarantee is what Manchester United side turn up.They were excellent in spells in the cup win here before two ridiculous games on the spin saw them throw away five points.Liverpool go into the game favourites and they should show why.
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      Cameroon appoint new manager after sacking ex-Liverpool star… but news comes as a shock to the country’s own FA

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      CAMEROON FA chiefs were fuming after the country’s government named Marc Brys as boss.The Belgian, 61, replaced former Liverpool defender Rigobert Song, who was axed in February amid their last-16 exit at the Africa Cup of Nations.Cameroon FA chiefs were fuming after the country’s government named Marc Brys as bossCredit: GettyBut not even Fecafoot president Samuel Eto’o knew Brys — formerly boss of OH Leuven — had been appointed by the nation’s sports ministry.A statement read: “The Cameroon FA has taken note, at the same time as the Cameroonians, of the appointment.“Fecafoot expresses its great surprise at this act.“This is contrary to the provisions of Decree No 2014/384 of September 2014 on the operation of national football teams.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“This unilateral decision comes at a time when Fecafoot agreed to carry out the instructions of the president of the republic with a view to achieving a reconciliation favourable to our future.“Fecafoot intends to provide clarification on this unfortunate situation.”Song became Cameroon boss in 2022 on the orders of the country’s President, Paul Biya, but his deal finished at the end of February. He led the them to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where they beat five-time champions Brazil but were knocked out at the group stage. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEarlier this year, Cameroon were knocked out in the last 16 of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations by eventual finalists Nigeria.Song’s successor last spent three years in Belgian with OH Leuven before being sacked and retiring. Dunfermline reveal exciting plans to host Scotland’s BIGGEST Euro 2024 fanzoneBut he has come out of retirement to accept the job with Cameroon.Brys will now be tasked with qualifying for the 2026 World Cup in the United States. More

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      Luis Rubiales detained on arrival at Madrid airport as former Spanish FA chief is transferred to police headquarters

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      ‘KISSGATE’ scandal former Spanish FA boss Luis Rubiales was met by police today as he flew back to Spain from the Caribbean.Detectives were waiting for him as he stepped off an Air Europa flight from the Dominican Republic which landed at Madrid’s Barajas Airport just after 10.30am local time.Luis Rubiales has been arrested on alleged corruption chargesCredit: EPARubiales has been embroiled in scandal since his ‘unwanted’ kissing of Jenni Hermoso following Spain’s World Cup victoryCredit: GettySpeculation rose overnight the 46-year-old father-of-three would be arrested and brought out of the arrivals area in handcuffs to be met by an army of journalists and photographers waiting for him.In the end he was driven away in a police van waiting for him on the runway.He is set to be taken to a police station where he is expected to be formally read his rights and handed a court summons as part of an ongoing corruption probe linked to his time as head of the Spanish FA.The investigation focuses on business deals thought to include one to hold the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.READ MORE ON LUIS RUBIALESA judge is expected to question him in a closed court hearing in the coming days before being released on bail pending an ongoing probe.The investigation, led by a judge based in Majadahonda on the outskirts of Madrid, is unrelated to the separate ‘Kissgate’ probe.Last month public prosecutors involved in that case said they were seeking a two-and-a-half year prison sentence over the “unwanted” kiss Rubiales gave footballer Jenni Hermoso following Spain’s World Cup women’s team’s finals victory over England last August.They said in an indictment sent to Madrid-based judge Francisco de Jorge they wanted him jailed for a year if he was found guilty at trial of sexual assault and another one and a half years for coercion linked to his alleged attempts to get the footballer to speak out in his defence following his World Cup kiss.Most read in FootballHermoso recently testified at a Madrid court – a trial has not yet been setCredit: EPACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAround the same time Spanish public prosecutors asked for Rubiales to be arrested over alleged financial irregularities while he was in charge of the Spanish FA.Rubiales’ home in the southern Spanish city of Granada was one of several properties searched on March 20 but he was already in the Caribbean.Disgraced Spain FA chief Luis Rubiales’ mum ‘rushed to hospital’ on 3rd day of her hunger strike over kiss scandalRubiales had already said he would return to Spain and insisted it would be on April 6 but overnight it emerged he had changed his travel plans.He is thought to have avoided an embarrassing arrest, and a photo of him in handcuffs, after confirming his voluntary return ahead of and after a Spanish police operation in the Dominican Republic on Monday with assistance from local officers.He rescheduled his return to Madrid after Spanish police investigators flew to the Caribbean and confiscated his phone and laptop during a reported search of the property he has been staying at on the Caribbean island.Rubiales has denied any wrongdoing in both the ongoing corruption probe and the ‘Kissgate’ case.In a TV interview with Spanish journalist Ana Pastor, set to be screened tonight on La Sexta, he will deny  allegations he embezzled millions of pounds from the Spanish FA and insist: “My money is the product of my work and my savings.”He is also expected to accuse the judge who charged him with coercion and sexual assault over his ‘unwanted’ Jenni Hermoso kiss of manipulation by saying: “I think his way of describing my words is manipulative.”His mother had locked herself in a church in Granada as part of a hunger strike, she was rushed to hospital three days laterCredit: APFurious demonstrations demanded the removal of Rubiales following the World Cup last yearCredit: APA clip of the interview released overnight shows Rubiales, who went to the Dominican Republic earlier this year for work reasons, reacting angrily to claims by Ana Pastor his defence has involved attacking the football player.Pastor was on the same plane as the former Spanish FA chief, who had seat number 25L, and described the flight as ‘eventful’ saying there had been turbulence and several people had fainted.Defiant Rubiales promised to “defend his innocence” after announcing on September 10 last year he was quitting as Spanish FA president following the ‘Kissgate’ scandal. He was subsequently banned from football by FIFA for three years.He tweeted as his resignation decision to resign was made public: “I will defend my honourability. I will defend my innocence.“I have faith in the future. I have faith in the truth. Thanks to everybody.”He finished his tweet by posting a photo of the Spanish flag.Rubiales, who had apologised for grabbing his crotch during the post-final World Cup celebrations in front of Spain’s Queen Letizia and her 16-year-old daughter, had said in a lengthy statement before announcing his decision to quit: “The spontaneity and happiness of the historic moment led us to carry out a mutual and consensual act, a product of great enthusiasm.“At no time was there any aggression, indeed, there was not even the slightest discomfort, but an overflowing joy in both of us.”He resigned as Spanish FA Chief in September last yearCredit: ReutersRubiales’ 72-year-old mum Angeles Bejar went on hunger strike at a church in her son’s hometown of Motril near Granada for two days after being rushed to hospital 48 hours into her protest.She said at the time she had launched it to get Jenni to “tell the truth” about the kiss.Speaking from the inside of the church before falling ill, she said: “I just want the truth to be told.“She knows my son is very honest. If she tells the truth everything will be fixed.”No date for his trial over his Jenni Hermoso kiss has yet been announced.Rubiales has not been formally charged with any crime as part of Operation Brody, the ongoing probe linked to alleged irregularities while he was still Spanish FA president.READ MORE SUN STORIESA judge is however investigating him on suspicion of crimes including corruption and money laundering.Overnight respected Spanish daily El Mundo said police investigators have concluded Rubiales diverted at least EUROS 3.8 million (POUNDS 3.25 million) from the Spanish FA to a construction firm that paid him kickbacks through a company controlled by a close friend. More

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      Premier League make major rule change in latest clamp down after Gary O’Neil’s furious rant in FA Cup clash

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      PREMIER LEAGUE ball boys and girls will no longer be permitted to hand balls directly to players following a change to the rules.The utilisation of ball boys and girls to gain an advantage has been thrust into the spotlight in recent weeks – most notably after Coventry manager Mark Robins’ altercation with a young boy during his side’s 3-2 FA Cup quarter-final win over Wolves.Ball boys and girls will no longer have direct contact with playersCredit: GettyCoventry boss Mark Robins apologised after celebrating in front of a ball boy’s face when his side scored late against Wolves earlier this monthCredit: ITVWolves boss Gary O’Neil was angry following the altercationCredit: AFPAnd The Mail understands the Premier League has changed its rules around the matter.Ball assistants will now retrieve loose balls and place them on 14 cones around the pitch, meaning they will have no direct contact with players.Two cones will be behind each goal, with five along each side of the pitch.Meanwhile, ball assistants will sit behind LED advertising boards and will not interfere within the perimeter of the pitch.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Premier League hope the change will provide consistency for ball assistants across all clubs.The change comes in the wake of Coventry boss Robins’ incident earlier this month.After a Wolves ball boy was seen to be taking a significant amount of time giving the ball back to Coventry, Robins reacted by celebrating in the youngster’s face following his side’s late winner.And Wolves boss Gary O’Neil was very unhappy with the behaviour.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I wasn’t aware of it until after and I was disappointed. I waited for Mark downstairs after I’d seen it and spoke to him.”I was really respectful at the end, having lost a massive game. I waited for them to finish their celebrations, shook everyone’s hand and congratulated them on a really good performance, reaching Wembley and what a fantastic achievement it was.Shocking moment Coventry boss wildly celebrates in ball boy’s FACE after FA Cup winner – then accuses him of ‘smirking'”He apologised, but to celebrate in a young boy’s face like that, I thought was disgusting. The boy is really upset. It shouldn’t happen.”I don’t have too much to say on it because we’ve lost and it’ll sound bitter, but I thought it was really important for me to speak to Mark about it.”They’re just kids doing their job.”Explaining his actions, Robin responded: “I have an apology to make because before that [winning goal] happened, a ball boy had the ball in his hand.“He dropped the ball and walked away, smiling. It really annoyed me, but he’s a kid, you know. At the end of the day I’ve reacted.”We scored the goal and I’ve gone and celebrated in front of him. So I’m apologising to him. I do not show emotion very often, but I did today, and that’s what the FA Cup does to you.”But I apologise unreservedly to him.” More

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      Former Premier League ref Phil Dowd, 61, reveals cruel Parkinson’s diagnosis as he admits ‘it hit me hard’

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      FORMER Premier League referee Phil Dowd has opened up about his devastating Parkinson’s diagnosis.The 61-year-old experienced an incredible career from 1997 to 2016 with 15 years spent officiating in the top flight of English football.Former Premier League referee Phil Dowd has revealed he has Parkinson’s DiseaseCredit: AFP – GettyDowd took charge of some key fixturesCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe took charge of key matches such as FA Cup and League Cup finals, coming face-to-face with some of the biggest names in football including the likes of Sir Alex Ferguson, Arsene Wenger and Jose Mourinho.However, in an interview with the Mirror he revealed that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease during the Coronavirus pandemic.Dowd said: “Football gets me up in the morning now. That’s what gets me going and it’s important to have that.”It started when my wife saw my left arm shaking and I got checked. I got diagnosed during Covid times and the specialist said to me: ‘You’ve got Parkinson’s.’ It hit me hard and I just thought: ’s***’.Read More on Football”I didn’t want to admit that I had it in the first two years after I was diagnosed.”At that stage, you don’t realise all the symptoms because you think you just shake a bit. But there’s so many other symptoms.”You want to hide it but football has been brilliant to me. Howard Webb has been so supportive as has Wayne Allison at the PGMOL.”Dowd is now part of the PGMOL development group, coaching six officials including Aji Ajibola, Kirsty Dowle, Tom Parsons, Declan Brown, Abi Byrne and current top-flight referee Sunny Singh Gill.Most read in FootballHe is also keen to promote the work done by Parkinson’s UK, a charity that provides support to those affected by the disease.The former referee continued: “I want to put something back into society and we’ve got some golf days, there’s a walking football tournament. I want to help highlight it in the next couple of years.”I also want to show you can lead a good life and it’s not as bad as people think. I’m still doing stuff and I’m still grateful the PGMOL want me to work in my role and that has really helped me.”It’s important to be positive and stay active. There’s no cure. It affects people differently. I can probably jog better than I can walk.” More

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      Marcus Rashford ‘has been playing with injury for a month’ as Man Utd fans blast ‘ridiculous decision’

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      IT has been revealed that Marcus Rashford has been playing through injury for over a month.The winger has been carrying a “slight knock” since February’s FA Cup clash with Nottingham Forest, according to The Times.Marcus Rashford has been playing with a knock for over a monthCredit: ReutersHe completed the full 90 minutes in that game, and has since played against Manchester City, Everton and Liverpool.He also appeared off the bench for England in their 1-0 defeat to Brazil on Saturday, playing for 15 minutes.The forward has not withdrawn from the England squad despite the knock as he looks to secure a place for Euro 2024.Manchester United fans on X were not happy with the news.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSOne said: “Do we actually have a medical team at all?”Another posted: “Why did he go to England camp then he should be resting at home and recovering.”A third said: “Then he should be rested.”A fourth wrote: “He should be rested tonight then. No point risking him.”Most read in FootballHe came on as a substitute against BrazilCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEngland take on Belgium at 7:45pm tonight and Rashford is in line to play.Kyle Walker, Harry Maguire and Sam Johnstone have all withdrawn from the England squad since the Brazil game due to injury.Shaun Custis and Martin Lipton discuss the possibility of Manchester United going for Gareth Southgate as their new boss Bukayo Saka also withdrew from the squad prior to England’s 1-0 defeat to Brazil. More

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      Former Arsenal star worth £180million thanks to kebab and ice cream empire set to launch clothing range with former club

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      LUKAS PODOLSKI is worth £180million and is set to launch a clothing brand with his former club FC Koln.The ex-Arsenal forward’s portfolio also includes a chain of kebab shops and an ice cream brand in his native Germany.Lukas Podolski is set to launch a clothing brand with his former club FC KolnCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe ex-Arsenal forward’s also owns kebab shops and an ice cream brandCredit: SplashPodolski previously spent three years with the Gunners, winning the FA Cup in 2014.The 38-year-old launched Ice Cream United in 2017, two years after leaving Arsenal.A year later, his first Mangal Doner kebab shop opened in the city and now consists of around 30 branches across Germany.The business mogul has even been active in the fashion industry and has his own streetwear brand “Strabenkicker”.READ MORE ON ARSENALAnd now Podolski has reunited with his boyhood club Koln to launch their own clothing line.According to German outlet BILD the idea has already been discussed with sponsors with plans to create streetwear designs inspired by Poldolski existing brand.Poldolski not only knows his stuff about fashion but being a club legend will attract top sales in the Koln store – like with his jersey in the past.He said: “We exchanged ideas, I think that was very nice. If things continue like this, I can well imagine helping FC in a position closer to the club than before.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe 2014 World Cup winner spent six years at Koln over two spells the first from 2003-2006 then 2009-2012.During this time made 181 appearances and scored 86 goals while winning the FIFIA World Cup Best Young Player award in 2006 when representing Germany.Four Arsenal stars confronted Arsene Wenger after huge stars sold to bitter rivals, reveals Jack Wilshere The Cologne based club are also reported to in talks with their former forward about as a club ambassador.Meaning the German could be juggling two major roles while still playing at Polish giants Gornik Zabrze’s as his contract runs until 2025.And he will not be short of cash as his entrepreneurship has seen his net worth raise to a reported £177.5million.That figure includes his career earnings as a player, with Podolski one of Arsenal’s highest paid players during his time at the club.According to Capology, the ex-Germany international had £100,000-per-week wages at the Emirates Stadium.Podolski is not the richest ex-Arsenal star as Mathieu Flamini is worth £10billion
      To many fans suprise being worth £180million does not make you the richest ex-Gunner.
      Methieu Flamini billion pound chemical company, ‘GF Biochemicals’ has turned the former midfielder into one the richest people in the world, as he is now reportedly worth £10billion.
      In an attempt to revolutionise the energy industry back in 2008 shortly after his exit from Arsenal Flamini co-founded the company with his economics graduate business partner, Pasquale Granata.
      Nearly 16 years after it was set up, the company is estimated to be worth £21 billion.
      This is 40 times more than Cristiano Ronaldo’s £500 million net worth.
      The company has succeeded in a major way thanks to its ability to mass-produce levulinic acid – a fuel made from plant waste that can be used in the creation of plastics. More

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      Seven Man Utd stars fighting for their future with a handful of games left this season including Antony and Mason Mount

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      ERIK TEN HAG’S Manchester United side took a massive step in the right direction with last week’s 4-3 FA Cup quarter-final victory over rivals Liverpool.It comes at a time when Erik ten Hag has pleaded for patience from fans and pundits alike with Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League.There’s likely to be a high turnover of players at United this seasonCredit: RexAs Sir Jim Ratcliffe gets his feet under the table at Old TraffordCredit: PAUnited started the game with an intensity rarely seen this season and Ten Hag said he hopes the result “could be that moment” that the club’s fortunes turn around.One notable thing about the performance was how previously criticised or so far unused stars stepped up to keep United in the cup – with goals from Antony and Amad.But no one’s future is guaranteed following Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s minority investment in Manchester United, and he will no doubt be keen to stamp his mark on the team.Here’s seven stars that could leave as he plots a huge overhaul at Old Trafford…READ MORE ON MAN UTDAntonyTo say the winger has struggled to justify his £85million price-tag since arriving from Ajax in 2022 is an understatement.He is the second most expensive Manchester United signing of all time, and flattered to deceive in his first season.But his campaign up until now has been a disaster, with the winger not registering a goal or an assist in 22 Premier League appearances.His crucial equaliser against Liverpool yesterday could prove to be an iconic moment – but he has much more to do if he’s to stay around next season.Most read in FootballAntony has struggled to justify his price tagCredit: AFPCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAmadAnother hero from the brilliant 4-3 victory over Liverpool, he has rarely featured this season due to a mix of injuries and Ten Hag’s unwillingness to take a risk on him.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?Scoring the winner to take your side to the FA Cup semi-final is the perfect way to fight for your place – but the second yellow he received for taking off his shirt off means he’ll be out the team again after the international break.The winger wanted to leave on loan in January to gain more first-team minutes and United may look to cash in if Ten Hag continues not to play the Ivorian.Amad’s red could stifle his momentumCredit: EPAHarry MaguireMaguire has done brilliantly this season after being humiliated over the summer.He was stripped of the captaincy, and dropped to fifth choice centre-back, but has fought his way back into the team with a combination of grit and grace.How much damage last summer has done in terms of his relations with the club remains to be seen, and he only has a year remaining on his contract come the summer.United have the option to extend by another year but his £190,000-a-week wages could see them sell, with West Ham being interested.Maguire’s wages could be an issueCredit: RexMason MountWith Mount being brought in under the previous ownership structure for £60million, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS may take a look at whether that investment has been worth it.The midfielder has struggled with injury this season, playing just eight times in the Premier League – but he did return in the FA Cup last week.The emergence of Kobbie Mainoo as a viable midfield option will only add to the competition for a place for Mount – but in all likelihood he’ll at least be given another season.Mount is likely to stayCredit: AlamyRaphael VaraneVarane has been a brilliant servant for the club when fit since he was brought in by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2021.But injuries appear to have caught up with him this season and he has been a notably slower presence on the pitch.Ten Hag also dropped him to fifth choice centre-back at one point due to preferring Jonny Evans and Harry Maguire among others.His contract is up in the summer and it is unlikely United will take up the extension until 2025 due to the Frenchman earning £300k-a-week.Scott McTominayMcTominay is United’s second top scorer this season with nine goals in all competitions.But paradoxically, that is a problem for United.His fondness for attacking comes at the expense of United having control in the midfield – while he can play deeper and tackle, his passing lacks the consistency to allow United to control games.He’s had a good season and will no doubt attract interest, plus, the fact he came through the academy means a sale will be listed as pure profit on United’s books.McTominay’s academy status could cost himCredit: The TimesAaron Wan-BissakaUnited opted to renew Wan-Bissaka’s contract in January after an impressive run of form.But, as always, he has struggled for fitness at United this season.He’s featured in 12 Premier League games and generally been impressive in those.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut with Diogo Dalot deputising well in his absence, United may look to someone more reliable in the summer.With the buffer of January’s contract extension, he should fetch some decent value too. 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