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      Roy Keane tipped to replace Ruben Amorim as Man Utd manager and ‘ruffle a few feathers’

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      TEDDY  SHERINGHAM  would put his old skipper Roy Keane in charge of Manchester United — if Ruben Amorim gets axed.Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Keane, 53, has worked as a TV pundit since leaving his assistant manager role at Nottingham Forest in 2019.Teddy Sheringham would put his old skipper Roy Keane in charge of Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyRuben Amorim faces pressure at UnitedCredit: AlamyAnd ex-England forward Sheringham said: “Roy’s been out of work for a little while now.“I wouldn’t be averse to having him back at the football club.“But there’s only one role for Roy Keane and he needs to be the leader.“If they’re thinking about changing Amorim, it would be a leadership coup to get Roy in.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDSheringham told Prime Casino: “There’s no leaders — you need leaders at top football clubs.“Get Roy Keane in there to ruffle a few feathers, make sure they all understand what they should be doing and do it.”Keane lifted SEVEN Prem titles at United and the Champions League in 1999 as part of Sir Alex Ferguson’s Treble-winning side. But he left in 2005 after a falling out with Sir Alex – moving to Celtic where he would retire as a player.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKeane moved into coaching with Sunderland in 2006 for two years and later Ipswich from 2009-2011. The former Ireland international also worked as Martin O’Neill’s assistant for the national side from 2013-2018. Ruben Amorim says Man Utd must make more of opportunities after draw with Real Sociedad Ruben Amorim’s United are languishing in 14th with his future already in question just four months after replacing Erik ten Hag. Keane actually opened up on taking the United job last year when Ten Hag was facing the sack. But he said on The Overlap: “They’re not gonna be asking me. They just wouldn’t. They just wouldn’t.”Former United star Mikel Silvestre has also backed Keane for a role at Old Trafford.He said: “I think it would be great.  The thing is with Roy, he always treated everybody exactly the same way. It didn’t matter if you were a new signing, an old guy, the manager, everybody.”That’s how he got respect. That’s how Sir Alex got respect. If you treat everybody the same, no problem.”Keane has talked down accepting the United job beforeCredit: Getty More

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      Jose Mourinho claims 3-1 Fenerbahce loss at home to Rangers was a ‘GOOD result’ then pretends to fall asleep

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      JOSE MOURINHO pretended to fall asleep as he claimed Fenerbahce’s 3-1 defeat to Rangers was a “good result.”The two sides clashed in Istanbul for the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie.Jose Mourinho reckoned Fenerbahce’s 3-1 defeat to Rangers was a ‘good result’Credit: TNT SportsThe Special One then pretended to fall asleep while being asked a long questionCredit: TNT SportsFenerbahce boasted stars including Milan Skriniar, Dusan Tadic and Edin Dzeko in their starting XI.While Rangers looked to upset the odds under new interim boss Barry Ferguson.And the Scots did exactly that as they raced into a sixth minute lead through Cyriel Dessers.Galatasaray levelled on the half hour mark through Alexander Djiku.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Rangers went into the break 2-1 up thanks to Vaclav Cerny’s strike.The Glasgow side then held strong in the second half before Cerny struck again in the 81st minute to secure a 3-1 win.It means Fenerbahce must score at least twice in next week’s Ibrox tie just to take it to extra time.But despite the setback, boss Mourinho reckons it was a “good result” for the Turks.Most read in Europa LeagueBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe said: “We were very bad everywhere. I think it’s not fair to say we were very bad in defence, because we were very bad everywhere.”Maybe you laugh, but for me it was a good result, because the way we performed the result could be bigger than this.Jose Mourinho refuses to rule out managing Celtic or Rangers as he opens door to stunning Scottish football move “I know that Jack Butland made three fantastic saves. I know that there is, I think, a penalty, but to speak about the referee after this performance, I don’t think it’s ethical.”The chances we had to score we didn’t. The dynamic in midfield was not good. Defensively, we made incredible mistakes. We never controlled that.”They defended a lot with the block very low, a good and dangerous counter-attack. So we deserve the punishment of this result.”But if somebody later wants to ask me do I think it’s over, no, I don’t think it’s over. There is 90 or 120 minutes to play.”It’s the only positive thing. And from this game, I don’t take any positives. Everything went wrong.”The only thing I tell them is, don’t celebrate too much. Because there is a second match. It’s my only advice.”Later on during his post-match press conference, Mourinho pretended to nod off as he listened to a lengthy question.The Special One closed his eyes and drooped his head to one side as he simulated a snoring snooze.And fans were left in stitches by Mourinho’s behaviour, with one saying: “Mourinho can act in the best movie industry in the world.”Another declared: “Classic Jose time.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOne noted: “Think Jose’s had enough.”Another added: “Oh my word.” More

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      Former Premier League star dubbed best dressed manager ever as fans gush ‘make him the new James Bond’

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      IMPECCABLY dressed former Premier League star Segundo Castillo had fans putting him forward as a contender for the next James Bond.Castillo had loan moves to Everton and Wolves from 2008-2010 while signed to Red Star Belgrade in Serbia. Segundo Castillo had fans putting him forward as a contender for the next James BondCredit: AFPThe ex-Prem star dressed in a cream and white tuxedoCredit: GettyFans were loving the lookCredit: GettyHe stopped playing in 2020 and moved into coaching two years later with Barcelona S.C in Ecuador. Castillo’s coaching career might have flown under the radar but his matchday outfits certainly have not. The ex-midfielder rocked up in a cream and black tuxedo for Barcelona S.C’s 3-0 Copa Libertadores win over Corinthians. And fans were left in awe as one said: “What a man!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “Must be hitting the town straight after the game.”One joked: “When you have Kick Off at 8pm and Prom at 10pm.”Another hailed: “Make him the new James Bond.” Castillo only made nine appearances for Wolves and 13 for Everton – scoring one goal for the Toffees. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis career also took him to Mexico and Saudi Arabia as well as his stints in England and back home in Ecuador.Castillo was capped 87 times for Ecuador – playing every minute of their World Cup campaign in 2006.He began coaching on an interim basis with ex-club Barcelona SC before taking over full time last year. Castillo jostles with Frank Lampard during the 2006 World CupCredit: ReutersHe had a loan spell with EvertonCredit: Action Images – Reuters More

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      Moment football player is smacked over his head by ‘wife after cheating on her’ causing chaos at Sunday league game

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      THIS is the shocking moment a footballer is smacked in the head by a fuming woman after he allegedly cheated on her, a man claims.The unfortunate footage shows how the local Sunday league game descended into chaos after the pitch-side attack.Seconds before the woman makes contact with the footballer’s headCredit: XThe moment of impact which sent the man stumbling forwardsCredit: XThe footballer was left on his knees holding the back of his headCredit: XOne of the rival players appeared to reveal what provoked the attackCredit: XA passionate football vlog from Newall Green FC, Manchester, caught the moment the man was smacked by a spectator who is said to be his wife.The short clip from during the match shows a number of players from the opposition’s team waiting around on the sidelines.Several are kicking around a ball as others are simply standing around talking.One player, kitted out in all red, can be seen walking away with his head held low back towards the group of substitutions. read more in football momentsAfter a few steps a woman in all black tracksuit makes a quick and ferocious dash up behind him.As she approaches, the man turns his head before appearing to be hit by a water bottle held by the woman.Sprays are seen flying across the grass as the man simply continues to walk as he ignores the now mad spectator.Just a second later, the woman makes another beeline for the footballer and manages to smack him on the back of the head. Most read in FootballHe falls to his knees on the pitch a few moments later still holding his head in pain.At one point he even looks as if he is checking for blood.Moment football coach headbutts rivalThe man walks away with his head down as he rubs the spot where he was whacked.After almost 15 seconds of being left in agony, his teammates finally come over and check up on their wounded ally.The camera then cuts to another teammate speaking to the woman.The bizarre altercation was noticed by almost everyone at the game being played in the Cheshire & Manchester Sunday League.The fellow players seemingly had no idea of the brewing issueCredit: XHis teammates go over and check on the hit player as she continues to hold his headCredit: XOne of the Newall Green players can be seen coming over to the team’s cameraman and explaining the backstory behind the ferocious hit.He claimed: “One of their teams cheated on his Mrs. “His Mrs has just come and cracked him on the pitch.”Newall Green even labelled the moment as “the best Sunday league moment in history” as they shared the clip on social media.One video of the pitch-side strike has already amassed over a million views on X.It comes just weeks after a player in the Turkish top division was sent off for slapping his own teammate.Kayserispor’s Stephane Bahoken was shown a red card just 23 minutes into his side’s clash against fellow Super Lig side Sivasspor.It’s not the first time that teammates have had a barney in the middle of the pitch.Famously Lee Bowyer and Kieron Dyer got physical back in 2005 when on the books at Newcastle.READ MORE SUN STORIESBoth players were sent off that day with the fight spilling over into the changing room after their dismissals.Arsenal duo Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko also both lost their cool last season against Nottingham Forest.At the end of the clip one of the man’s teammates tries to reason with the womanCredit: X More

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      Fans’ concerns will not affect WPLL ‘perspective’ on Women’s Super League relegation options

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      FANS’ opposition to pausing relegation from the women’s top tier is unlikely to shift officials’ “perspective” on possible changes to the division.However, women’s game bosses say supporters will be consulted.The Women’s Professional League Limited (WPLL) are “reviewing various options” in regard to speeding up the growth of the Women’s Super LeagueCredit: GettyAccording to the WPLL fans will be consulted on any changes to the structure and function of the women’s game’s top two divisionsCredit: GettyNikki Doucet, the chief of Women’s Professional League Limited (WPLL), was speaking on Thursday following reports of a temporary scrapping of relegation from the WSL. The idea of a potential four-year suspension of the drop between the top-flight and the second tier, has been met with a backlash from some fans.This includes a group running an online petition opposing the idea, which has attracted more than 1,400 signatures. However Doucet, who is in charge of the WPLL, the independent company running the WSL and Women’s Championship, insists no decisions have been made on changes to the top league’s format. Read More Football StoriesShe told reporters: “We fundamentally believe promotion and relegation is an important differentiator and an important competitive advantage for us, relative to other women’s sport leagues globally.”It adds jeopardy and excitement. It’s something we all love about the game of football and that has never been under question.”It is really important for us to make sure we are considering all the possibilities to accelerate growth and to grow in the right way. “We wouldn’t be doing our job properly if we weren’t considering and reviewing the various options available to us.”Most read in FootballThe idea of (temporarily) scrapping relegation from the WSL has prompted mixed reaction from some of the sport’s influential figures.Former UK sport chair Baroness Sue Campbell reckons it could give the division “its own distinctive personality”. However Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor believes relegation is “good to have” in terms of competition. When asked if fans’ outcry over the possibility of scrapping relegation had affected the WPLL’s perspective, Doucet insists there has been no wavering.She adds: “Our perspective or analysis hasn’t changed. “We have been very thoughtful on the analysis of the different possibilities around us.”We have to look at the range of possibilities that are available to us and the pros and cons of all of those and be really thoughtful”We deeply understand the impact of decisions and the impact of everything done at the top, that it cascades down the pyramid.”One concern for supporters running the petition urging fans to voice their opinions on the WSL’s future was the idea of the top-flight becoming a closed league. However the Football Association, who hold certain powers to prevent such a move, are likely to oppose this. FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: “We do have certain golden share powers, as we do in the Premier League.“I think over the last few years we’ve been asked a few times whether we would accept a closed league and our response has always been no. “The reason for that is not just a pure moral sporting point of view, we don’t think in the long-term that it’s smart commercially because you end up with a lot of dead rubbers. “However, we think that some of the ideas being put forward at the moment are worth considering on the proviso that there’s still promotion into the league. FA chief Mark Bullingham says the FA would be supportive of WSL changes that lead to improved academies, player pathways and minimum standards for clubsCredit: Getty“I think there’s a difference between not having relegation and allowing the league to grow through promotion with no relegation, versus having a closed league. READ MORE SUN STORIES“If we get presented with a package of changes that’s good for the women’s game overall, then we could potentially be supportive, but we would need to look at that overall package.“I’m talking about academies, minimum standards, player pathways, and within the context of that there’s a change to the number of clubs in the league brought about through having promotion and no relegation.” More

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      Premier League referees could wear BODY CAMERAS as FA chief backs sensational change

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      FA chief Mark Bullingham wants Prem refs to wear BODY CAMERAS — with footage shown live on TV.Bodycams are used at grassroots level to protect referees from abuse.Referees could wear bodycams in the Premier LeagueCredit: RexFA chief Mark Bullingham is backing the changeCredit: PABullingham feels the cameras will help cut out bad behaviour from managers and playersCredit: GettyChief exec Bullingham feels pro officials wearing cameras could be hugely popular with fans — while helping cut out managers and players’ bad behaviour.Prem whistler Jarred Gillett trialled a head-mounted RefCam in last season’s Crystal Palace-Manchester United clash.It was a Premier League first but the footage was not broadcast live.While official Rob Jones also wore a chest camera in Chelsea’s 4-3 pre-season win over Brighton in the US back in July 2023.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Bullingham said: “In the pro game, bodycams are more about if they will be good for the broadcaster.“It is something which should be trialled — and potentially allowed.“Initially, it might be trialled without audio and then with audio.”Only this week, the FA gave its written reasons for handing Liverpool boss Arne Slot a two-game ban for abusing Michael Oliver following the Merseyside derby against Everton.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSlot got a red card for confronting Oliver and a linesman in the aftermath of last month’s 2-2 draw.The three-person panel explained: “It was alleged Slot initially used abusive words whilst shaking the referee’s hand.Never-before-seen moment in English football as referee speaks to crowd to confirm why Spurs goal ruled out vs Liverpool“Including that the ref had ‘f***ing given them everything’ and that he hoped the ref ‘was proud of that performance’.”The panel also claimed that Slot said, “If we don’t win the league, I’ll f***ing blame you.”And Bullingham revealed abuse towards referees at grassroots level has fallen thanks to bodycams.He said: “They have had a really positive impact.“What we’re speaking with Fifa about is whether we can get more countries to adopt a trial and even get Fifa behind it.“We see that as a good way of referees being more confident.“We have seen a huge decrease in the number of issues in the leagues where there’s bodycams.” More

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      Paul Scholes slams Alejandro Garnacho for ‘SULKING’ a week after Ruben Amorim punished Man Utd star

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      ALEJANDRO GARNACHO needs to “get better” and stop sulking according to Paul Scholes.The winger was substituted yet again as Manchester United drew 1-1 away at Real Sociedad.Paul Scholes accused Alejandro Garnacho of sulking after being subbedCredit: RexThe pundit said Garnacho needs to get betterCredit: RexAnd he appeared to be in a bad mood as he sat on the bench – just a week after he threw a strop after being taken off against Ipswich.Scholes claimed he was sulking after being taken off, and suggested he needs to improve.The pundit said on TNT Sports: “He looked like he was sulking a little bit to me.”I am not having fatigue. I think they are alright. I don’t think there are great legs in this Manchester United team.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Garnacho’s biggest strength is running through. Sometimes he makes the wrong decisions but he had a lack of energy and a little bit of silkiness. “He will need to get better as they don’t really have anything else to call on.”Garnacho walked straight down the tunnel after being substituted in the first half against Ipswich following Patrick Dorgu’s red card.He did not return to the bench for the second half and was later punished by Ruben Amorim.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 20-year-old went in to see Amorim and agreed to buy his team-mates a dinner – by way of an apology and an unofficial club “punishment”.Amorim revealed: “It was funny because the next day, he came to me, to my office.New footage emerges of Alejandro Garnacho that ‘explains why Man Utd star marched down tunnel’ after being hauled off “I did some investigating and he went to the dressing room and changed his clothes because he was wet.“He watched the game in a different place, not from the bench, and at the end of the game he was there, then went home.“There is not an issue there but I told him at Manchester United that everything is important and perception at a big club is really important.“He is going to pay for a dinner for all the team and that’s it.” More

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      Chelsea officially have the most expensive squad in history as Man Utd overtaken by fierce rivals in shirt sales

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      MANCHESTER City have the second highest wage bill in world football.Yet shirt sales are lower than the rest of the Prem Big Six suggest Pep Guardiola’s men earn trophies and money – but have not won over hearts and minds.Chelsea have the most expensive squad in the history of footballCredit: GettyManchester United collect £122.6million in merchandise salesCredit: RexManchester City have the largest wage bill in the worldCredit: GettyUefa’s latest statistical run-down of the European game found City’s wage bill of £466m last season was behind only PSG, who laid out £553m in 2023-24.City’s squad cost £1.09bn to put together, a figure only exceeded by the £1.39bn cost of assembling the Chelsea squad that finished sixth in the Prem under Mauricio Pochettino.The West London side has still failed to challenge at the top of the Prem this year.The club has struggled to keep pace with the race for Champions League qualification.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAccording to the European Club Finance and Investment Landscape report: “Chelsea FC’s squad at the end of the club’s 2024 financial year was officially the most expensive ever assembled, with a combined transfer cost of £1.39bn.“This comfortably surpassed the value of the Real Madrid squad of 2020, which cost £1.12bn.”City have been the dominant force in English football for the past decade, winning seven of the last 11 Prem crowns, eight domestic cups and the Champions League in that period.It has seen them rise from commercial revenues of just £23m in 2009 to 349m last season – a stunning rise of more than 1500 per cent.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut despite that, City’s shirt and merchandising income, which Uefa describe as “a proxy for each individual club’s global fan base” was only the 11th highest in Europe.City made £63.8m through replica kit and other club-branded sales, barely half the £123m earned by both Liverpool and Manchester United – and way below the £164.6m grossed by Real Madrid.Biggest football kit fails after controversy over new England shirtMan City have released four shirts this season to boost shirt salesCredit: GettyLiverpool have made the most money in merchandising in the Premier LeagueCredit: SplashThe Cityzens have released four kits this season with the traditional home, away and goalkeeper jerseys.But there has also been the addition of the ‘Definitely City’ special kit that was worn earlier in the campaign.The shirt marked the 30th anniversary of rock band Oasis’ release of ‘Definitely Maybe’.It was originally on sale for £80 but like the rest of the club’s shirts can now be bought for £48.Meanwhile, Chelsea have seen their merchandising sales be overtaken by London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.But in terms of the Premier League it is Liverpool that reigns supreme as they make the most money from merchandising sales.The Reds are just £300,000 ahead of Man United. More