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      Ten Hag faces awkward Van Gaal scenario as Man Utd boss heads towards FA Cup final with stars unable to hold a lead

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      ERIK TEN HAG faces a Louis van Gaal scenario as he heads towards an FA Cup Final and the sack.It was back in 2016 that his fellow Dutchman led United to silverware at Wembley with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace only to be dumped a few days later having finished fifth in the Premier League.Erik ten Hag could be sacked by Manchester United even if he wins the FA Cup final – just like his compatriot Louis van GaalCredit: AlamyUnited threw away yet another lead against Chelsea on ThursdayCredit: ReutersManchester United probably won’t even finish that high but will be favourites to reach Wembley with Coventry in their Cup semi-final.The problem then is it will be either Thursday night’s opponents Chelsea or Treble winners Manchester City in the final.The result may not make a difference with new part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe present at the club’s latest implosion on Thursday night when they conceded twice in injury time to lose 4-3 at Chelsea.Ten Hag admits the late aberrations his side is experiencing are proving expensive and he is set to pay the ultimate price.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThey have thrown away five points in six days, conceding three goals in injury time.That is four points gained from the last 15 available in the league now and the win was against relegation-threatened Everton.Not good enough.Ten Hag says he continues to search for consistency.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut consistency is not the problem.In the previous ten seasons, the club have finished an average 22 points behind the league winners.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?Today they sit 22 points behind table-topping Liverpool who they face on Sunday.Surely after conceding in injury time against Brentford to draw last weekend, work will have been done on how the team needs to keep their composure to see a game out.But game management is not something this Manchester United team seem to do under Ten Hag.United led with 99 minutes 17 seconds on the clock at Stamford Bridge, the latest any team has been in that position and lost.It goes beyond that as panic sets into this team when they seem in control.Take the Champions League where they inexplicably finished bottom of their group to go out.They were 2-0 up and cruising away to FC Copenhagen and then conceded twice in a minute at the end of the half.They would lead again through Bruno Fernandes but shipped two goals in four minutes in the 83rd and 87th to lose 4-3.Chelsea vs Man Utd highlightsREAD the best of the fallout from a bonkers night at Stamford Bridge.
      Twice in four minutes they conceded in the first half away to Bayern Munich to be 2-0 down before going on to lose 4-3.While they would go on to beat Liverpool in the FA Cup 4-3, they conceded twice in two minutes at the end of the first half to be 2-1 down.Away to Wolves they were 3-1 up and coasting but conceded twice in five minutes right at the end only for Kobbie Mainoo to rescue them in injury time.It used to be United who did these things to other teams.They still can use Fergie time to their advantage as we saw in that Wolves game, with two stoppage time goals at home to Brentford and with Amad’s goal in that FA Cup game against to Liverpool.But when that board goes up with that added time, their fans are just as nervous as the opposition now, if not more.United conceded twice in stoppage time as they were beaten 4-3 at Stamford BridgeCredit: GettyThe Red Devils have thrown away leads against Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Wolves this termCredit: RexTo emphasise what a crazy United team this is they have been involved in five 4-3s this season, a 3-3 and a couple of 3-2s but have still scored fewer Premier League goals than Bournemouth or Fulham and the same number as Luton.Ten Hag said: “For me personally, I have to manage the game and I have to manage the team.“We have qualities. We have great players. We can play to very high standards. You can see against Liverpool and Chelsea. We can compete with them, we can beat the best teams in the Premier League.“When you do it in the Premier League, you can do it across Europe. But we need to learn now how to win games.“It was an example against Chelsea, Saturday was an example, how you win big games. It’s an example of how to get a big game over line and get three points. We have to step up. We have to make better decisions, individually and as a team.”Marcus Rashford was benched for this game but came on in the 66th minute.His commitment was questioned once more by fans with a posting on ‘X’ highlighting him ambling around the pitch.Ten Hag once again had to defend him.United’s Champions League qualification hopes are now hanging in the balanceCredit: GettyTen Hag has also come to the defence of Marcus RashfordCredit: GettyMarcus Rashford’s work rate during the game last night. 🤯If I was a United fan I’d be absolutely fuming with this… Unacceptable. 🤬pic.twitter.com/bszpdFOrTt— Football Away Days (@FBAwayDays) April 5, 2024

      He said: “Lately his form is progressing. He has a big motivation because he wants to be successful with us. He wants to win trophies and score goals. But he wants to win and to contribute and we have a chance with the FA Cup. He wants to fight for a Champions League spot and the Euros are coming. So his motivation should be high. Before Brentford he scored, three goals in three games.”Ever the optimist Ten Hag tried to emphasise the spirit in his team, bizarrely using Thursday’s late night horror show as an example.When it comes to clutching at straws that was a massive grab.Ten Hag said: “We will keep fighting and I’m sure you see, our team, they have character. We have seen an example here as well, they are resilient and I’m sure they will be there on Sunday, to be in the fight against Liverpool.”The word ‘resilient’ was not the word on every United fans lips as they left Stamford Bridge on Thursday night. More

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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