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      ITV face major broadcasting problem if Man Utd and City reach FA Cup final

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      ITV could be set for a scheduling problem should Manchester City and Manchester United reach the FA Cup final.The broadcaster is set to show the tournament’s climax on May 25.Manchester United booked their semi-final spot with a win over LivepoolCredit: GettyManchester City beat Newcastle in their quarter-finalCredit: GettyBoth could reach the FA Cup final, which could cause an issue for ITVCredit: APBoth Manchester clubs are in the semi-finals, having won their quarter-final ties.Man United overcame Liverpool 4-3 in a dramatic clash against Liverpool.While Man City booked their spot with a routine 2-0 win over Newcastle.However, the city rivals avoided each other in the semi-final draw as Man United were drawn against Coventry City.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan City will face Chelsea in the other match at Wembley Stadium.Should they both win their ties, then it would set up a repeat of last season’s FA Cup final, which the Citizens won.The FA Cup final has typically kicked off at 5.30pm but last year it was moved to 3pm after concerns that this would cause issues for fans.It would be expected that the kick-off time would once again be moved should both sides make the final.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThis is where the issue would arise for ITV as it also has the rights to show the European Rugby Champions Cup final.That final is set to be played on the same day as the FA Cup final.FA Cup semi-final draw CONFIRMED as Man Utd, Chelsea, Coventry and Man City find out their fateHowever, its kick-off time is scheduled for 2.45pm at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London.This would cause a scheduling problem for ITV as they would not be able to show both games at the same time.The Times has reported that European Rugby Ltd has no flexibility to move the Champions Cup start time.So this could mean that a new kick-off time has to be figured out for the FA Cup final.ITV will have a much easier job should either Coventry or Chelsea win their semi-final ties. More

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      Watch wholesome moment Bruno Fernandes gets emotional in live TV interview after praising Man Utd team-mates

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      BRUNO FERNANDES was left emotional after a wholesome moment in a post-match interview.The Manchester United captain spoke to the club’s media team after their thrilling 4-3 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup.Bruno Fernandes was left emotional after a touching moment with an interviewerCredit: MUTVHe was praised for his display in the win over LiverpoolCredit: GettyFernandes ran his socks off for the entire 120 minutes as Amad Diallo’s last-gasp winner booked the Red Devils’ place in the semi-final.However, the Portuguese midfielder instead focused on his team-mates’ performances as he singled out several individuals for praise.He told MUTV: “Antony made a great effort, playing as a left-back to help us because Victor Lindelof was completely over, he couldn’t run anymore as he it gave it all for us”I want to get a word there for Harry Maguire because we got Jonny Evans injured yesterday and he did the effort to play today.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”He wasn’t ready to play from the first minute and he did a great effort to help us and start the game because we didn’t have any more players.”Reporter Liam Bradford then flipped the conversation to talk about Fernandes’ display, saying: “You’ve been a kind captain, giving everybody a bit of praise so I’m going to give some to you.”You are always available for this team. You always give everything that you can physically give.”It is appreciated by the fans all the way around the stadium. I hope you know how much you’re loved by the fans in stands.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERFernandes appeared to have tears in his eyes as he listened to the kind words from the Man Utd reporter.The skipper responded: “I appreciate that, you got me a little bit emotional because there is good moments and bad moments – but I am always there for them.”Heartwarming moment Bruno Fernandes carries young Man Utd mascot who was crying in tunnel before huge Liverpool clashFernandes and the interviewer then shared a hug at the end of their chat.Fans loved the wholesome moment, with one saying: “That look on his face. Absolutely adorable.”Another added: “Don’t care what anyone says this lad loves the club.”Fernandes also revealed he is prepared for the semi-final clash with Coventry as he has a surprise interest in the Championship.He explained: “It is a tough game. I see some some of their games because my chef at home is a Sunderland fan.”I get to see some Championship games sometimes with him at home.” More

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      Why can Amad Diallo play in Man Utd’s FA Cup semi-final after getting a red card against Liverpool?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED teen sensation Amad Diallo received a red card for his FA Cup stoppage-time goal celebrations against Liverpool – but he can still feature in the semi-final.Diallo’s 121st-minute strike saw United secure a thrilling 4-3 victory over Jurgen Klopp’s men in the FA Cup last-8.The teen star got sent off for his celebrationsCredit: GettyAnd the young Red Devil picked up a second yellow card for celebrating with his shirt off after ‘forgetting’ that he had already received one earlier in the match.In usual circumstances, this would result in Diallo having to miss United’s next fixture in the competition.But different rules apply in the FA Cup.Why can Amad Diallo play in the FA Cup semi-final?Amad Diallo will still serve a one-match suspension for receiving a red card, but FA Cup rules state that it will be served in United’s next domestic fixture.Read more on Man UtdManchester United face Brentford in a crunch Premier League match on Saturday, March 30 – Diallo will be ruled out for this fixture.While United’s FA Cup semi-final against Coventry isn’t until towards the end of April.What has been said?Diallo believed that United deserved to win and admitted that he think his winner was the best goal of his career.Speaking after the full-time whistle, Diallo said: “What a game. Today I think we deserved this win. Most read in FA Cup”One of the best games of the season so I’m very happy. It was an important moment, I think it was the best goal of my career.I don’t believe, but this is football so you need to believe every moment. When he (Garnacho) gave me the ball I wanted to give it to him again but I shot. “I forgot the first yellow so I’m really disappointed to get the red card but the most important for me was to get the win. Everyone came to me and said I deserved it. The most important [thing] for me today was the win.”When is Man Utd’s FA Cup semi-final?
      Manchester United’s thrilling FA Cup semi against Coventry will take place on the weekend of April 20 and 21.
      Wembley will be the allocated arena for this huge tie and it can host approximately 90,000 passionate fans.
      United will face either Manchester City or Chelsea in the final should they go through. More

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      Championship play-off final ‘to be moved to JUNE if Coventry qualify for it and beat Man Utd in the FA Cup’

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      THE Championship play-off final will be pushed back to JUNE if Coventry City pull off a huge FA Cup upset, it’s been claimed.The Sky Blues are still in with a good shout of qualifying for the richest match in football.Coventry City could still qualify for the Championship play-off finalCredit: GETTYThe Sky Blues could play in the FA Cup final if they beat Manchester United in the semisCredit: GETTYThe EFL will push back the Championship play-off final by a week if Coventry qualify for both finalsCredit: PAMark Robins’ troops are four points behind sixth-placed Norwich City, although they have a game in hand on The Canaries.The play-off final is slated to take place at Wembley Stadium on May 26 – but the match will be postponed if Coventry shock the world and reach the FA Cup final.Coventry are set to face Premier League giants Manchester United in the semi-final of the tournament on April 20.The final of the FA Cup is set to take place on May 25 – the day before the Championship play-off final.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd, according to The Daily Mail, the EFL will push the richest match in football back seven days to June 2 if both scenarios play out.Wembley staff will be in for a busy 48 hours if Coventry reach both finals as the Champions League final is set to take place on June 1.Coventry shocked Premier League side Wolves in a quarter-final thriller on Saturday, scoring twice deep into added time to win it.Now boss Robins will have an added incentive to reach the FA Cup final as he used to play for the Red Devils.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCoventry manager Mark Robins used to play for Manchester UnitedCredit: RexHe said of United’s own stunning late win over Liverpool: “I watched it and I thought the whole weekend was outstanding.”The games were all entertaining and there were lots of goals.Wolves 2 Coventry 3, Coventry fans go wild in the stands over win that will take them to Wembley“I thought ours set the tone and it was just incredible. “The feeling everyone was left with is that it’s one of those games that you’ll never forget. It was brilliant.”He added: “Sunday’s game was an open game and Man United were brave.”They had to make changes and put midfield players and forwards at full-back and went for it, and that paid off for them.”And Amad Diallo’s goal topped it off for them.”In the end, United did enough to win it, but I think our game set the tone for all the others.” More

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      Fans spot Roy Keane’s ‘cold’ interaction with Man Utd mascot during FA Cup clash against Liverpool

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      ROY KEANE gave Manchester United’s mascot the coldest of shoulders during their FA Cup clash with Liverpool.The club legend was pitchside doing his punditry duties for ITV before the pulsating quarter-final match at Old Trafford.Roy Keane was part of ITV’s punditry team for Manchester United vs LiverpoolCredit: GETTYUnited icon Keane brutally snubbed club mascot Fred The Red’s high-fiveCredit: X@ITVFOOTBALLThat didn’t stop Fred The Red from putting his arm around the IrishmanCredit: X@ITVFOOTBALLKeane, 52, was approached by the beloved Fred The Red for a high-five during an advert break.But the Irishman wasn’t in the mood and well and truly left him hanging.Keane’s brutal snub didn’t go unnoticed by footie fans, one of whom said: “Roy Keane has no time for mascots in football, even Fred The Red.”Another said: “He’s too cold.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd another said: “Classic Roy Keane.”One pretended to be Keane and remarked: “Mascots?! Do me a favour.”Another chimed in: “Football mascots used to be so valued and cherished by all clubs.”Fred The Red, however, did briefly embrace Keane – putting his left arm around the former fan favourite – much to the amusement of Graeme Souness.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAmad Diallo fired Manchester United to a famous victory over their bitter rivalsCredit: GettyUnited booked their place in the last four of the tournament thanks to a sensational 4-3 victory over their bitter rivals.Substitute Amad Diallo sparked incredible scenes at Old Trafford with a last-gasp winner in extra time just minutes after Marcus Rashford’s equaliser.And Keane believes the stunning win can be a huge turning point for his former side.Roy Keane’s Biggest TV Rants He told ITV: “Man United – I’ve been critical of them all season but they’ve found something from somewhere. “A bit of spirit, a bit of momentum.”They got a little bit of luck, sloppiness from Liverpool.”Amazing, a huge turning point for a lot of these players, particularly for the manager. Old Trafford is bouncing.”It’s been a tough season for everyone, great images, great for the young players to get through a big game. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Honestly, an amazing finish to the game.”Erik ten Hag’s troops will play Championship side Coventry City in the semi-finals in April.” More

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      Inside Tyson Fury’s VIP Man Utd experience, from Sir Alex Ferguson meeting and advising Ten Hag to slap-up meal

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      TYSON FURY had the red carpet rolled out for him as he watched his beloved Red Devils in FA Cup action.The WBC heavyweight champion was in attendance at The Theatre of Dreams on Sunday afternoon to watch Manchester United take on Liverpool in a pulsating quarter-final clash.Tyson Fury was at Old Trafford last weekend for Manchester United’s FA Cup clash with LiverpoolCredit: GETTYThe Gypsy King sat in the director’s box with his cousin and fellow boxer Issac LoweCredit: PAFury took a pre-match photo with former Red Devils boss Sir Alex FergusonCredit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONFURYFury came close to predicting the final score for the pulsating FA Cup quarter-final clashCredit: INSTAGRAM@MANCHESTERUNITEDAnd he was given the VIP experience that the majority of the Old Trafford faithful could only dream of having.Before taking his place in one of the best seats in the house, The Gypsy King was spotted backstage with club titan Sir Alex Ferguson.Fury couldn’t hide his delight as he posed for a snap with Fergie, who whipped out his best boxer’s pose for the photo.The Wythenshawe warrior attended the match with his cousin and fellow boxer Issac Lowe.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the pair had a fancy meal before taking in one of the best games of the season from the director’s box.United ran out 4-3 winners thanks to a sensational last-gasp extra-time winner from substitute Amad Diallo.The game will go down as one of the all-time classics between the fierce rivals, something Fury predicted before kick-off.When asked for his pre-match prediction, he told MUTV: “Hopefully we get an absolutely great result [today].Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIssac Lowe was also proud as punch to have a snap with Sir Alex FergusonCredit: INSTAGRAM@ISSACLOWE6He and Fury enjoyed a slap-up pre-match meal in the hospitality areasCredit: INSTAGRAM@ISSACLOWE6″I think it’s going to be an absolute classic. Well, I hope it is anyway. Big scores.”Fury, 35, came close to getting the final score correct, predicting a 3-2 win for Erik ten Hag’s side.Tyson Fury and Paris spend £140 bargain hunting in Asda and says ‘Boris Johnson would be proud’ of his savingsAnd he called for Ten Hag to instruct his troops to go for broke before kick-off.He told ITV: “I think it will be a good game and hopefully United can turn the clock back and smash them.“Just go out there and attack [and] put pressure on them and play your best football, get stuck right in because that usually works. “It’s worked for me anyway, 35 times in a row, so that’s a good tactic.”The trip to Old Trafford will likely be one of Fury’s final social outings before he knuckles down for the biggest fight of his career.Fury is just eight weeks away from fighting former pound-for-pound king Oleksandr Usyk for all the heavyweight marbles.The pair were supposed to have settled the score in a multi-million-pound Saudi showdown last month.But a horror cut in sparring for Fury pushed back the first undisputed heavyweight title fight in nearly 25 years to May 18.Fury has already begun preparations for the rescheduled Riyadh rumble, telling ITV: “[I’m] very fit. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I have got nine weeks to go so you can ask me in nine weeks if I am fit and ready.”I have just started camp, literally a few days ago so yeah I will be fit and ready by the time the fight comes, for sure.” Tyson Fury will face Oleksandr Usyk for all the heavyweight marbles on May 18Credit: EPA More

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      Erik ten Hag enjoys three-hour celebratory dinner at Italian restaurant after Man Utd’s epic FA Cup win over Liverpool

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      ERIK TEN HAG headed to his favourite Italian restaurant last night to toast Manchester United’s epic victory over Liverpool.United’s rollercoaster 4-3 victory over their rivals in the FA Cup on Sunday was watched by Sir Alex Ferguson and two other legendary names at Old Trafford.Erik ten Hag was spotted at his favourite Italian last nightCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeHe was joined by agent Kees Vos and other members of his management teamCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeTen Hag spent around three hours at Piccolino after Man Utd’s win over LiverpolCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeHe was all-smiles as he climbed back into his motor to head home after dinnerCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeA  semi-final date with Coventry now awaits as Ten Hag’s side remained in the hunt for silverware.Scott McTominay, who was later caught in a X-rated moment, got the Red Devils off to a flyer but Alexis Mac Allister and Mo Salah put the visitors ahead before the break – with both goals enraging Roy Keane.Substitute Antony struck at the end of normal time to send the clash into extra-time, only for Harvey Elliott’s deflected effort to restore Liverpool’s lead.Marcus Rashford then pounced late on but there would be another dramatic twist in store.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSuper sub, Amad Diallo, fired home after a counter-attack in the closing seconds to win it – only for his celebrations to be cut-short after removing his shirt and getting sent-off as he picked up a second booking.Praise was heaped on Ten Hag after his four tactical changes – including Bruno Fernandes going to centre-half and the angry Antony at left-back – inspired the comeback.There were scenes of joy afterwards, but once the drama had died down and the Dutchman had left Old Trafford, he was keen to celebrate in his own way.He was spotted at Italian restaurant Piccolino in Cheshire with his agent Kees Vos and other members of his management team on Sunday evening.Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThey enjoyed a three-hour meal at the establishment before making an exit at 11pm.Ten Hag has been a regular at the restaurant ever since he took over in the summer of 2022.BBC commentator ‘loses all composure’ as he goes wild on-air during Man Utd’s epic FA Cup win over LiverpoolAnd he has not only found comfort there in victory.The ex-Ajax boss went there after he suffered defeat in his first match in charge against Brighton.It is not the first time that the Dutchman has headed to the eateryCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeErik ten Hag pictured celebrating with captain Bruno Fernandes after the final whistleCredit: AFP More

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      Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes prepared for Coventry FA Cup clash thanks to secret interest in Championship club

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      MANCHESTER UNITED captain Bruno Fernandes has a surprise interest in the Championship.The Red Devils booked their place in the FA Cup semi-final yesterday with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Liverpool in extra-time.Bruno Fernandes has an unlikely interest in the ChampionshipCredit: MUTVThe United skipper says the team are determined to lift the FA Cup this seasonCredit: GettyAmad Diallo scored the winner in the 122nd minute to spark wild celebrations at Old Trafford.After the game, Ian Wright did the draw as Man Utd got Coventry, with some fans convinced it was rigged due to the “unprofessional” format.Fernandes was thrilled to get the Championship side and he admitted to having an unexpected interest in the second tier.He told MUTV: “It is a tough game. I see some some of their games because my chef at home is a Sunderland fan.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I get to see some Championship games sometimes with him at home.”They have good players on the ball. They are really difficult to play against physically. We saw it against Wolves.”Coventry beat Gary O’Neil’s men 3-2 as they found the back of the net twice in stoppage time.Sky Blues boss Mark Robins, who celebrated in a ball boy’s face after the winner, is a former Man Utd player. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe scored two famous FA Cup goals for the club en route to Sir Alex Ferguson lifting his first trophy in 1990.Glory supposedly prevented the Scot being sacked and with similar pressure mounting on Erik ten Hag, the competition could save another United boss.Heartwarming moment Bruno Fernandes carries young Man Utd mascot who was crying in tunnel before huge Liverpool clashOn aims for the rest of the season, Fernandes said: “Our goal is getting into the top four and trying to win the FA Cup.”We’ve got to do everything we can to get the two goals that we have.”The FA Cup is a big trophy for this club, for this country. We want to get into the final.”We know it’s going to be tough, there are good teams into the semi-final, but we’ve got to do everything we can [to win it].” More