Football

Subterms

    Latest story

    238 Shares17 Views

    Jurgen Klopp’s explosive comments in full after Liverpool hit by VAR shambles as boss slams ‘most unfair’ game ever

    by

    JURGEN KLOPP has admitted it is “tough” to deal with the VAR shambles as he slammed three decisions in Liverpool’s defeat to Tottenham.Curtis Jones and Diogo Jota were sent off for the Reds with Klopp claiming both were unfairly dismissed.

    Jurgen Klopp fumed at several decisions during and after the matchCredit: Reuters
    But the Liverpool boss was most aggrieved with the decision to rule out Luis Diaz’s first-half strike for offside, which would have put his side 1-0 up.
    The PGMOL released an apology after the match admitting Diaz’s goal should have stood, blaming a “significant human error”.
    SunSport understands VAR Darren England clearly saw Diaz was ONSIDE but forgot what the on-field decision was.
    He then accidentally gave the “check complete” signal believing he was AWARDING Diaz’s goal when, in fact, he was allowing play to continue at 0-0.
    READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
    When Klopp was asked about the incident before learning of the PGMOL’s apology, he said: “When we saw it, we thought ‘that’s not offside’. They drew the lines wrong.
    “It is so tough to deal with it. I’m now relatively calm, and during the game we were really calm. Your heart rate is 160-180… and you see that, and the red card and the next red card. It’s difficult.”
    He also criticised Diogo Jota’s dismissal and felt his side’s style of play did not warrant two red cards.
    He added: “How can Jota in this game go off the pitch with two yellow cards, the first he barely touched him and for sure not his fault.
    Most read in Football
    FREE BETS – BEST BETTING OFFERS AND BONUSES NEW CUSTOMERS
    “That is what is the problem. We have so many things. When did you last hear a game with 11 v 9? And we were close to 11v 8! There were no horrible fouls.
    “We were not kicking players or whatever. The boys made a super intense game of it, it is crazy how hard we fought. In the end we got nothing. The result is gone but the performance will stay with me forever. I loved our attitude and our desire.
    “They didn’t do it on purpose, I know that, but mistakes still happen. If we want to talk about it do it properly and not with creating headlines with emotional managers.”
    And the irate German was quick to dismiss the PGMOL’s eventual apology – insisting it does not help his side.
    He told a press conference: “Who does that help? We had that situation in the Man Utd game.
    Luis Diaz was wrongly deemed offside before scoring at Tottenham and VAR failed to intervene
    “Did Wolves get the points for it? We won’t get the points for it.
    “We all thought that when VAR came in it would make things easier.”
    Klopp felt just as strongly about the call to show Jones a red card for his tackle on Yves Bissouma.
    He claimed it was not a bad tackle, with Gary Neville also suggesting Jones was unfortunate to see red as he did not intend to slip over the ball.
    Klopp added: “I never saw a game like this with the most unfair circumstances, crazy decisions.
    READ MORE SUN STORIES
    “We scored an own goal, that is really tough to take but I am really proud. The first red card, Curtis steps on the ball and goes over. Not a bad tackle.
    “It looks different in slow motion. He steps full throttle on the ball and goes over the ball. That is unlucky.” More

    More stories

    • 225 Shares

      in Soccer

      Ajax vs RKC Waalwijk suspended and players leave pitch in tears after keeper knocked unconscious in horror collision

      by

      AJAX’S match against RKC Waalwijk has been abandoned after goalkeeper Etienne Vaessen suffered a devastating injury.The shot-stopper was knocked unconscious on the pitch in a sickening collision with Ajax’s Brian Brobbey.
      Etienne Vaessen suffered a serious injury against AjaxCredit: EPA
      Some RKC Waalwijk left the pitch in tearsCredit: EPA
      The match was suspendedCredit: Rex
      Both clubs and fans wished Vassen wellCredit: Rex
      Players immediately called for physios to attend to Vaessen, 28, as he lay on the pitch motionless in worrying scenes.
      His team-mates and manager Henk Fraser appeared visibly distraught as Vaessen received medical attention.
      Stewards held up covers to shield the goalkeeper from view as medics attended to him.
      Players walked off the pitch in tears as the game was abandoned.
      Vaessen was eventually taken from the field on a stretcher, with his club revealing he regained consciousness.
      RKC said: “After extensive medical examination, he is conscious and has been transported to hospital for further examination.
      “We are extremely shocked by the incident. We wish Etienne a lot of strength and strength and hope to have him with us again soon.”
      RKC director Frank van Mosselveld told Dutch broadcaster NOS: “Etienne was knocked out for a while.
      Most read in Football
      “Our medical staff started reanimation straightaway but it looks like it wasn’t a problem with his heart. He was conscious again when he left the field but he did not know where he was.”
      Ajax were leading the Eredivisie game 3-2 before it was called off.
      The Dutch giants wished Vaessen well, tweeting: “The match has been temporarily halted due to an apparently serious medical situation. We are thinking of you, Etienne.
      “This is about more than football. Praying you’re okay, Etienne.”
      Other fans shared their well wishes, saying Etienne was in their prayers.
      One wrote: “Pray for Etienne Vaessen. He was involved in a collision with Brobbey of Ajax and its looking serious”
      Another added: “Thoughts and prayers to Etienne Vaessen and his family and right now 💙”
      And a third said: “Stay strong Etienne. We hope to hear good news and that Etienne recovers quickly. 💪” More

    • 75 Shares18 Views

      in Soccer

      What is the PGMOL in football?

      by

      PGMOL has been the topic of discussion in a lot of football matches – but not for the right reasons.The PGMOL have been forced to come out on a number of occasions and admit to any wrongdoing during a football match.
      Liverpool were the latest team to receive an apology from the PGMOLCredit: Rex
      And fans have been left with a bitter taste in their mouth.
      What is the PGMOL?
      The PGMOL is the English professional body that represents refereeing games.
      It is abbreviated for Professional Game Match Officials Limited but it was previously called the PGMOB (Professional Game Match Official Board).
      PGMOL was first introduced in 2001 when English referees became professional and it is in charge of overseeing all matches in the English football leagues including the Premier League.
      Read more on PGMOL
      The PGMOL is also responsible for any FA Associaton match or competition such as the FA Cup or the FA Community Shield.
      Iconic referee Howard Webb is the PGMOL Chief Refereeing Officer and he has been part of the PGMOB following his retirement in 2014.
      Why did the PGMOL have to apologise to Liverpool?
      The PGMOL have released a grovelling apology after admitting they made an error during Tottenham’s 2-1 win over Liverpool.
      With the score still 0-0, Liverpool star Luis Diaz was played through in the 34th minute before grabbing a goal, only for it to be ruled out as offside.
      Most read in Football
      However, closer inspection of the incident showed the 26-year-old was actually being played onside by Cristian Romero.
      And it ended up being costly with Liverpool going on to lose the game 2-1 following a last-minute Joel Matip own goal.
      PGMOL have now admitted a “significant” mistake was made by VAR after they failed to draw the lines to check the offside.
      Jurgen Klopp was fuming at the onfield decisionsCredit: Rex
      What was said?
      The statement read: “PGMOL acknowledge a significant human error occurred during the first half of Tottenham Hotspur Liverpool.
      “The goal by Luis Diaz was disallowed for offside by the on-field team of match officials.
      “This was a clear and obvious factual error and should have resulted in the goal being awarded through VAR intervention, however, the VAR failed to intervene.
      “PGMOL will conduct a full review into the circumstances which led to the error.
      “PGMOL will immediately be contacting Liverpool at the conclusion of the fixture to acknowledge the error.” More

    • 250 Shares28 Views

      in Soccer

      PGMOL statement in full as refs chiefs admit they WRONGLY ruled out Liverpool goal in VAR horror show vs Spurs

      by

      THE PGMOL have released a grovelling apology after admitting bungling VAR Darren England made a calamitous error during Tottenham’s 2-1 win over Liverpool.With the score still 0-0, Liverpool star Luis Diaz was played through in the 34th minute before grabbing a goal, only for it to be ruled out as offside.
      Luis Diaz was ruled offside by the match officials in this incidentCredit: Sky Sports
      PGMOL later admitted to a ‘significant human error’Credit: Reuters
      PGMOL released a grovelling apology
      However, closer inspection of the incident showed the 26-year-old was actually being played onside by Cristian Romero.
      And it ended up being costly with nine-man Liverpool going on to lose the game 2-1 following a last-minute Joel Matip own goal.
      PGMOL have now admitted a “significant” mistake was made by VAR.
      SunSport understands VAR England clearly saw Diaz was ONSIDE but forgot what the on-field decision was.
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      He then accidentally gave the “check complete” signal believing he was AWARDING Diaz’s goal when, in fact, he was allowing play to continue at 0-0.
      Following the match the refereeing body released an apology.
      The statement read: “PGMOL acknowledge a significant human error occurred during the first half of Tottenham Hotspur Liverpool.
      “The goal by Luis Diaz was disallowed for offside by the on-field team of match officials.
      Most read in Football
      FREE BETS – BEST BETTING OFFERS AND BONUSES NEW CUSTOMERS
      “This was a clear and obvious factual error and should have resulted in the goal being awarded through VAR intervention, however, the VAR failed to intervene.
      “PGMOL will conduct a full review into the circumstances which led to the error.
      “PGMOL will immediately be contacting Liverpool at the conclusion of the fixture to acknowledge the error.”
      It was not the only time the Reds were on the bad side of a call, with Curtis Jones being sent off in controversial fashion early on.
      Jurgen Klopp made his thoughts on the decisions clear after the match.
      He said: “I never saw a game like this with the most unfair circumstances, crazy decisions.
      “We scored an own goal, that is really tough to take but I am really proud. The first red card, Curtis steps on the ball and goes over. Not a bad tackle.
      “It looks different in slow motion. He steps full throttle on the ball and goes over the ball. That is unlucky.”
      Speaking before hearing the PGMOL’s explanation, he continued: “The offside goal. That is not offside when you see it, they drew their lines wrong.
      “It is so tough to deal with it.”
      After the refs chiefs’ statement, Klopp added: “We had that situation in the Man United game.
      “Did Wolves get the points for it? We won’t get the points for it.
      “We all thought that when VAR came in it would make things easier.”
      Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou sympathised with Klopp and revealed he had never been a huge fan of VAR.
      He said: “I’m on record saying I’ve never really been a fan of VAR. The biggest problem we seem to have trouble to grasp is that no amount of technology is going to eliminate errors.”
      The 2-1 result was Liverpool’s first Premier League defeat of the season.
      READ MORE SUN STORIES
      Regardless, after an impressive start to the campaign they remain in fourth.
      Meanwhile, Spurs have moved up to second in the table with the win and are now just one point behind Manchester City, who fell to a shock 2-1 defeat against Wolves. More

    • 263 Shares20 Views

      in Soccer

      Fans called for Spurs vs Liverpool to be replayed after VAR horror show as PGMOL apologise to Reds for huge error

      by

      FANS are demanding a replay of Tottenham vs Liverpool after the VAR Darren England’s disasterclass.On-field officials incorrectly ruled out a Luis Diaz strike for offside.
      An unofficial line drawn on the screen appears to show Diaz clearly onside
      The PGMOL released a statement after full-time confirming the ‘significant human error’
      VAR then somehow failed to intervene.
      SunSport understands England clearly saw Diaz was ONSIDE but forgot what the on-field decision was.
      He then accidentally gave the “check complete” signal believing he was AWARDING Diaz’s goal when, in fact, he was allowing play to continue at 0-0.
      The referee organisation admitted “significant human error”, with Liverpool fans enraged
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      Many supporters feel the apology is not good enough and they want the match to be replayed instead.
      One supporter reacted to the statement saying: “Game should be replayed. VAR to make sure there are no mistakes made in these games and they failed in giving a correct decision.”
      Another added: “I have very mixed feelings about what should happen with the dreadful refereeing decisions in the Tottenham-Liverpool match.
      “On hand I think the match should be replayed, too many game changing errors.
      Most read in Football
      “If it was replayed I’d be outraged because I know that wouldn’t happen with us.”
      A third said: “Game should actually be replayed IMO.”
      To make matters worse for Liverpool Curtis Jones was controversially sent off, with Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp both suggesting he was unfortunate to receive a red card after his foot slipped over the ball.
      FREE BETS – BEST BETTING OFFERS AND BONUSES NEW CUSTOMERS
      The PGMOL apologised for their mistake with a statement after the match.
      It read: “PGMOL acknowledge a significant human error occurred during the first half of Tottenham Hotspur Liverpool.
      “The goal by Luis Diaz was disallowed for offside by the on-field team of match officials.
      “This was a clear and obvious factual error and should have resulted in the goal being awarded through VAR intervention, however, the VAR failed to intervene.
      “PGMOL will conduct a full review into the circumstances which led to the error.
      “PGMOL will immediately be contacting Liverpool at the conclusion of the fixture to acknowledge the error.” More

    • 275 Shares15 Views

      in Soccer

      Michael Beale news — Rangers manager’s future hangs in balance after defeat to Aberdeen & fans call for him to be sacked

      by

      BESIEGED Rangers manager Michael Beale’s future at the club is in doubt after the Teddy Bears lost to Aberdeen in a crushing 3-1 defeat.Beale has been under pressure since losing the Old Firm derby before the international break.
      But after Saturday’s loss against Aberdeen at Ibrox, the odds are on him losing his job – with fans calling for him to be sacked.
      Sportswriter Graham Spiers took to Twitter to say: “A brilliant win for Aberdeen at Ibrox – perhaps the catalyst for Barry Robson’s season.
      “Michael Beale is going to be sacked – he cannot survive this hapless football from Rangers.”
      Read our Michael Beale blog below for the latest news and updates…
      Rangers fans WRONG to boo team off at half time says Michael Beale
      Michael Beale, who is clinging to his job after seeing his ten-men crash 3-1 to Aberdeen, said Rangers fans were wrong to boo his side off at half-time.
      Cllaiming his team deserved more respect for their opening 45-minute showing, he said: “Listen it’s a situation that’s escalated much faster than I thought.
      “I thought it was harsh to boo them off at half-time.”
      “We conceded from a set-play but we played well enough to be 2-0 or 3-0 up.
      “I get the frustration, they follow this club all around.”
      Aberdeen fans say Gers in denial over TV gaffe
      Rangers TV graphics during the defeat to Aberdeen at Ibrox yesterday had the wrong team scoring the first goal.
      In response to Stefan Gartenmann’s opener being claimed by the home side on Rangers TV, Aberdeen fans took to social media to voice their opinions.
      One said: “Rangers TV heavily in denial lol.”
      Another posted: “Rangers TV having a ‘mare at half-time.”
      A third wrote: “They’re just making up their own score,” accompanied by laughing emojis, while another added on X.com – formerly Twitter the in-house TV team was “being optimistic.”
      Beale admits ‘criticism is fair’
      Michael Beale has admitted that the criticism he’s facing “is fair” following a poor run of results for the Gers.
      Beale told BBC Scotland: “The criticism that comes is fair.
      “But we’ll see, We’ll see what happens
      “Listen we are involved in four competitions, it’s early in the season.
      “We’re not the sum of all parts today. I think any reasonable Rangers fan can see that.”

      Beale: ‘We need to be better’
      Rangers missed some big chances through Cyriel Dessers, Sam Lammers and Abdallah Sima before the roof caved in, starting with a goal from Dons star Stefan Gartenmann.
      Michael Beale told BBC Scotland: “I think everyone realises where we are and the standards and the standards need to be better.
      “Today we had enough opportunities in that game to win it and we end up getting beaten off a scoreline we should never get beaten here at Ibrox against a team like Aberdeen, we shouldn’t.”
      ‘Any reasonable Rangers fan can see we’ve got players out’
      Michael Beale has been under pressure from his own supporters following defeats to PSV and Celtic — and was subjected to further jeers after today’s defeat to Aberdeen.
      As Beale faced the music afterwards, he admitted he had to take the criticism – but he also said “any reasonable Rangers fan” could see that the Ibrox men aren’t the “sum of their parts” right now due to injuries.
      They’re currently missing Danilo, Kemar Roofe, Todd Cantwell, Nico Raskin and Rabbi Matondo – but the Gers boss said he felt they should still have had enough to see off Aberdeen.
      Rangers TV blunder against Aberdeen leaves viewers shocked
      Even the Rangers TV graphics got it wrong yesterday — and attributed Stefan Gartenmann’s close range opener to the Gers!
      Opposition supporters waded in claiming the Ibrox broadcast team were in denial or even experiencing a dose of wishful thinking.

      Gers new signings fail to deliver
      Rangers new signings were under the microscope yesterday as news had broken that scouts Billy Kirkwood, John Brown and Billy McLaren would all be leaving as the club moved towards a data-led operation.
      The stats from this clash would most certainly have been damning.
      It’s now three defeats from seven and a seven-point gap to Celtic – and we’re only just entering into October.
      Watch: Angry Rangers fan lashes out in wild temper tantrum as Aberdeen
      Michael Beale is under increasing pressure after falling SEVEN points off league leaders Celtic.
      When Jamie McGrath doubled the Dons’ lead the fury spilled over in the stands – particularly for this angry Bear.
      He might have expected to be jumping up and down at Ibrox this afternoon – but it was in anger rather than celebration as his side stumbled.
      To watch the video, click here.
      Michael Beale spotted poses for picture with staff on visit to pub
      Under-pressure Ibrox gaffer Michael Beale managed to take a little time out of his busy schedule for a visit to a local pub.
      Beale was pictured at Springkerse View, a Greene King Pub & Grill on the outskirts of Stirling.
      The Rangers manager popped in on Tuesday night and posed for a picture with the establishment’s thrilled staff.

      Michael Beale receives injury boost as Kemar Roofe’s scan results revealed
      Michael Beale has been handed a major boost after a scan revealed Kemar Roofe’s injury isn’t as bad as first feared.
      The Rangers striker was unable to finish the Viaplay Cup win over Livingston after sustaining a groin injury.
      That was bad news for the Gers gaffer – who is already without stars such as Todd Cantwell, Nico Raskin, Rabbi Matondo and Danilo for the long term.,
      But while he Gers boss will be cautious before throwing him back into action, the good news from his scan is that he may be out for only a week.
      Beale told BBC Scotland: “Fingers crossed Kemar will be available again by next weekend so that’s good news.
      “There was nothing really significant on the scan so it was a good decision to come out.
      “He will miss today obviously and may not be midweek but he could be back for St Mirren.
      “We have got seven injuries at the moment, they have all come in games, and they are all people who could play in front five. So it is difficult.”

      ‘Cyriel would like to do better’
      Cyriel Dessers has come in for heavy criticism following his summer move from Cremonese.
      Speaking ahead of today’s damning defeat, Michael Beale said: “Cyriel would like to do better. That’s a fact. I don’t think he’s shown his full level yet.
      “He has got three goals and a couple of assists. I think he’s been really unlucky.
      “If he gets the assist against Celtic and adds that assist to his one against PSV then I think people will see him not only as a goalscorer.
      “I think in moments he has shown that but of course he’s looking for a rhythm and a consistency.

      Beale throws down the gauntlet to ‘unlucky’ Cyriel Dessers to prove himself
      Cyriel Dessers was challenged by boss Michael Beale to prove himself in a Rangers jersey.
      The under-fire Gers boss was forced to put his faith in the Nigerian striker with Danilo and Kemar Roofe both injured.
      To read more on this story, follow this link.
      ‘We’ve been Jekyll and Hyde’
      Cyriel Dessers, who squandered a number of good chances this afternoon, was one of nine new faces brought in by Michael Beale over the summer.
      Asked if they’d disappointed, Beale said: “The whole squad is accountable and the staff too. I don’t want to go into individual players.
      “We’ve been Jekyll and Hyde. The problem is we win a lot but when it comes down to decisive moments we create a lot and our conversion isn’t high enough.
      “That leads to anxiety on the pitch and in the stands. We shouldn’t concede three at home in a game like today, no chance.”

      Rangers pay for not taking chances
      Once more Rangers were made to pay for not taking their chances with Cyriel Dessers again the chief culprit.
      Michael Beale — who saw Ridvan Yilmaz and Ryan Jack added to his casualty list — said: “When you don’t take chances it deflates everyone and the confidence in the team.
      “Dessers isn’t living in the best moment of his career and he’s found it difficult.
      “I’m sure given time he will show his quality but it’s fair he’s below the level he’d like to be.”
      ‘That’s someone else’s decision’
      The Ibrox hierarchy must now decide whether to stick by Michael Beale ahead of Thursday’s Europa League clash against Aris Limassol.
      Asked if he believes he’ll get time to turn things around, Beale said: “That’s someone else’s decision. All I can do is continue with the job the best I can.
      “We felt we prepared well enough tactically. It’s a really bad result and we feel the frustration and despair. We share it as staff and players.
      “Can we turn it around? The coming games will tell. I don’t want to sit and talk things up after a result like that. Coming in I couldn’t see that result.
      “Certainly after the first half we didn’t deserve the outcome but it’s what we got and it’s not good enough.
      “But other teams have been here before, even in the last couple of years, and turned it around. We need to show better form than we have been.”
      Beale says his team ‘started well’ but ‘didn’t deserve anything’
      In spite of suffering a shock 3-1 defeat at the hands of Aberdeen at home, Rangers boss Michael Beale believes his team “started well” and had plenty of chances, but in the end “didn’t deserve anything”.
      He said: “We started really well. I thought Aberdeen were very compact and quite negative early on but we created three or four big chances.
      “You don’t take them then we defend set plays as poorly as we did and go in 1-0 down at half-time.
      “We reshuffled, started the second half and conceded from a set-play so we didn’t deserve anything.”

      ‘Supporters could help the players’
      Michael Beale has said “supporters could help the players” after his side were booed off at the 45-minute mark during their 3-1 loss to Aberdeen.
      He said: “It’s the fourth home game in ten days and pretty much all of them have been sold out.
      “Sometimes the supporters could help the players but one or two could help themselves too.
      “It was a horrible day, a terrible result.”
      Teddy Bears fans were WRONG to boo team off at half time says Michael Beale
      Under-fire Michael Beale, who is clinging to his job after seeing his ten-men crash 3-1 to Aberdeen, has said Rangers fans were wrong to boo his side off at half-time.
      Cllaiming his team deserved more respect for their opening 45-minute showing, Beale said: “Listen it’s a situation that’s escalated much faster than I thought.
      “I thought it was harsh to boo them off at half-time.”
      “We conceded from a set-play but we played well enough to be 2-0 or 3-0 up.
      “I get the frustration, they follow this club all around.”
      Rangers fans not impressed
      The pressure has been on the boss despite three consecutive wins and clean sheets against Real Betis, Motherwell and Livingston.
      These wins have come since their Old Firm defeat on September 3.
      But in spite of some decent results, the home support has not been impressed by performances over the course of the season.
      Opposition fans say Gers in denial over TV gaffe
      Rangers TV graphics during the defeat to Aberdeen at Ibrox today had the wrong team scoring the first goal.
      In response to Stefan Gartenmann’s opener being claimed by the home side on Rangers TV, opposition fans took to social media to voice their opinions.
      One said: “Rangers TV heavily in denial lol.”
      Another posted: “Rangers TV having a ‘mare at half-time.”
      A third wrote: “They’re just making up their own score,” accompanied by laughing emojis, while another added on X.com – formerly Twitter the in-house TV team was “being optimistic.”
      Beale says ‘criticism is fair’
      Michael Beale has said the criticism he’s facing “is fair” following a poor run of results for the Gers.
      He told BBC Scotland: “The criticism that comes is fair. But we’ll see, We’ll see what happens
      “Listen we are involved in four competitions, it’s early in the season.
      “We’re not the sum of all parts today. I think any reasonable Rangers fan can see that.”

      ‘We need to be better’
      The Ibrox men missed some big chances through Cyriel Dessers, Sam Lammers and Abdallah Sima before the roof caved in, starting with a goal from Dons star Stefan Gartenmann.
      Michael Beale told BBC Scotland: “I think everyone realises where we are and the standards and the standards need to be better.
      “Today we had enough opportunities in that game to win it and we end up getting beaten off a scoreline we should never get beaten here at Ibrox against a team like Aberdeen, we shouldn’t.”
      Beale: Any reasonable Rangers fan can see we’ve got players out
      Englishman Michael Beale has been under pressure from his own supporters following defeats to PSV and Celtic — and was subjected to further jeers after today’s defeat to Aberdeen.
      As he faced the music afterwards, Beale admitted that he had to take the criticism – but he also said “any reasonable Rangers fan” could see that the Ibrox men aren’t the “sum of their parts” right now due to injuries.
      They’re currently missing Danilo, Kemar Roofe, Todd Cantwell, Nico Raskin and Rabbi Matondo – but the Gers boss said he felt they should still have had enough to see off Aberdeen.
      Rangers blunder against Aberdeen leaves TV viewers shocked
      Even the Rangers TV graphics got it wrong today — and attributed Stefan Gartenmann’s close range opener to the Gers!
      Opposition fans waded in claiming the Ibrox broadcast team were in denial or even experiencing a dose of wishful thinking.

      Rangers new signings fail to deliver
      Rangers new signings were under the microscope today as news had broken that scouts Billy Kirkwood, John Brown and Billy McLaren would all be leaving as the club moved towards a data-led operation.
      The stats from this clash would certainly have been damning.
      It’s now three defeats from seven and a seven-point gap to Celtic – and we’re only just entering into October.
      Load more entries… More

    • 250 Shares21 Views

      in Soccer

      Crystal Palace eye Portuguese boss to take over from Roy Hodgson after snubbing him for flop Patrick Vieira in 2021

      by

      CRYSTAL PALACE have put Portuguese coach Paulo Fonseca on their radar as the long-term successor to Roy Hodgson.The Eagles will wait for the right time to move for the highly-rated Lille boss, who was on their hit list before they picked Patrick Vieira in July 2021.
      Crystal Palace are looking at Paulo Fonseca as their next bossCredit: Rex
      Roy Hodgson agreed to stay on this season but Palace are preparing for when he leavesCredit: Getty
      Hodgson, 76, agreed to stay on for this season but Palace are already working out a plan for when he finally leaves.
      Fonseca, 50, is keen to come to the Prem.
      Ipswich chief Kieran McKenna is also on the shortlist at Selhurst Park.
      Former England boss Hodgson made history by becoming the first opposition manager to go unbeaten in five consecutive games at Old Trafford.
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      His Crystal Palace team claimed all three points in a smash-and-grab 1-0 over against Manchester United.
      Joachim Andersen’s first-half strike proved to be the difference between the two sides as the Eagles got revenge for the 3-0 defeat they suffered against United in their midweek League Cup match.
      Hodgson had been forced to miss Palace’s clash with Aston Villa earlier this season after being taken unwell but was “feeling better” soon after.
      Fonseca’s Lille team currently sit in 11th in the Ligue 1 table after losing their last match against Will Still’s Reims.
      Most read in Football
      FREE BETS – BEST BETTING OFFERS AND BONUSES NEW CUSTOMERS
      He has been in charge of the French outfit since June 2022, with Lille finishing fifth in his first full season in charge.
      In McKenna’s case, he has led Ipswich to the top of League One after winning seven of the opening nine games.
      He took over the club in the summer after departing his role as assistant manager at Man Utd.
      Kieran McKenna is also being considered for the roleCredit: Reuters More

    • 225 Shares20 Views

      in Soccer

      Buzzing Real Madrid fans concoct new name for Jude Bellingham after mimicking Luka Modric with outrageous trivela assist

      by

      REAL MADRID fans have created a new nickname for Jude Bellingham after his latest moment of magic.The £115million summer arrival has started life at the Bernabeu with a bang after scoring seven goals in his first eight games.
      What a ball by Bellingham 🤯🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿Joselu makes it 1-0 to Real Madrid against Girona with a close-range finish 🔥 pic.twitter.com/UD1uFS0ruW— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) September 30, 2023

      Jude Bellingham drew comparisons to Luka Modric for his fabulous assistCredit: EPA
      He has quickly become one of the first names on the teamsheet and proved why once more against league leaders Girona.
      In the 17th minute Bellingham picked up the ball on the left flank and picked out Joselu with a perfect cross using the outside of his foot, teeing the striker up to score.
      Real fans were left in awe by the skill and christened Bellingham ‘Luka’ – after club legend Luka Modric.
      One reacted by simply saying: “Jude Luka Bellingham 😍”
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      Another added: “Luka Bellingham.”
      A third simply wrote: “Jude Bellingham trivela assist just like Luka Modrić… 👏”
      And another commented: “Bellingham learned well from Modric.
      Modric’s outside-of-the-foot passes and crosses have become a trademark in recent years.
      Most read in Football
      Bellingham volleyed in a late third as he continued his stunning startCredit: Reuters
      FREE BETS – BEST BETTING OFFERS AND BONUSES NEW CUSTOMERS
      He produced a sublime cross for Rodryo to score against Chelsea in the Champions League in 2022, to send the match into extra-time.
      Real Madrid beat Girona 3-0 to move to the LaLiga summit, with Bellingham rounding off the comfortable victory with a clever volley.
      Jude Bellingham scores now! 👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎙️ “What a player! It’s a privilege for all of us to have him in LALIGA!” pic.twitter.com/Wcq19PSeBl— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) September 30, 2023 More

    • 275 Shares25 Views

      in Soccer

      Yobs who taunted Sunderland fans with pic of Bradley Lowery are brothers – as mum slams ‘low lifes’ and cops open probe

      by

      THE vile football yobs who taunted Sunderland fans with a picture of Bradley Lowery are brothers, it has been revealed.Little Bradley captured the nation’s heart during his battle with cancer, but tragically died aged just six in 2017.
      Vile fans held up a photo of late Sunderland fan Bradley Lowery last nightCredit: Twitter/@sheffield wednesday
      His mum has now shared her heartbreak on FacebookCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Dale’s (pictured) former employer JRI Orthopaedics condemned his actionsCredit: Facebook
      The two yobs were brothers Dale and Drew Houghton (pictured)Credit: Facebook
      He was a mascot for his beloved Sunderland and, in the months before his death, led England out at Wembley alongside his hero – former Black Cats striker Jermain Defoe.
      Pictures circulated on X, formerly Twitter, showing two men laughing at the Sheffield Wednesday v Sunderland match at Hillsborough on Friday, with one of them holding up a picture of Bradley to the camera.
      It has now emerged the two yobs were brothers Dale and Drew Houghton.
      Dale’s former employer JRI Orthopaedics condemned his actions and claimed he “has not been employed” there for “some time”.
      Read more Sport News
      A full statement read: “JRI want to make clear that we do not condone the posts and images that has caused so much upset to so many people.
      “We wish to confirm that Dale Houghton is an ex-employee of JRI Orthopaedics and has not been employed by the business for some time.”
      In a post on Facebook, the Bradley Lowery Foundation, a charity set up by the boy’s mother Gemma, said: “This is so sad for me to see – whatever happened to ‘cancer has no colours’, let alone respect for a family that lost their baby to cancer?”
      A statement from the family read: “Today has not been the Saturday I was expecting, after receiving multiple calls and messages regarding a photo circulating on social media.
      Most read in Football
      “I have received a visit from the Durham Police to check that I am ok, and they have notified myself and Carl that Yorkshire police are now dealing with the situation and taking it very serious.
      “Understandably people are angry, if I wasn’t so upset I’d be angry to.
      “Bradley was and still is well loved in the football community, which I’m enternaly [sic] grateful for, but i must ask that everyone lets the police do their job, and deal with the low lives.
      “I want to thank Sheffield Wednesday, for their quick condemnation, and the support their fans have shown.
      “Like we always say, CANCER HAS NO COLOURS, and as we all know it can affect anyone at any time.
      “Thank you all for your kind words, it has really helped and let’s do what we do best at the Bradley Lowery Foundation and turn this negative into a positive. Let’s share this beautiful iconic photo.”
      A spokesperson for Sheffield Wednesday described their actions as “outrageous and deplorable” on X, while South Yorkshire Police said it was working with the club to identify the men.
      A spokesman for the force said: “We are working to investigate public order offences following the Sheffield Wednesday V Sunderland fixture yesterday.
      “We will be working with the club to identity those responsible.
      “Anyone with information is asked to get in touch online or by calling 101.”
      Sheffield Wednesday said in a statement: “We are aware of the images circulating and have launched an immediate investigation together with South Yorkshire Police.
      “We roundly condemn this outrageous and utterly deplorable behaviour.
      “We can only apologise for the undoubted distress caused to Bradley’s family and friends.”
      Young Bradley was a regular Sunderland mascot, holding the hand of his idol Defoe.
      In June 2017, he penned an emotional tribute to his “best pal” Bradley – saying his favourite part of playing for Sunderland was walking onto the pitch with the brave youngster.
      READ MORE SUN STORIES
      Defoe said he was heartbroken when he discovered the brave child could only have weeks to live.
      In the wake of Bradley’s death social media became flooded with messages filled with blue heart emojis in a show of support for him.
      Bradley struck up a friendship with Jermain Defoe when he played for the clubCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      JRI claimed he ‘has not been employed’ there for ‘some time’Credit: Facebook/JRI Orthopaedics
      Fans have now called for the vile pair to be banned
      The football-mad six-year-old captured the hearts of BritsCredit: Twiter / @Sheffield wednesday More