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      Copenhagen vs Chelsea LIVE SCORE: Conference League updates as Blues travel to Denmark for last-16 first leg – latest

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      CHELSEA travel to Denmark to take on Danish Superliga leaders Copenhagen in the first leg of their Conference League last 16 tie.Enzo Maresca’s Blues have endured a tough spell as of late, but still look comfortable favourites to pick up victory in Denmark.They put a disappointing spell behind them as they swept aside Southampton 4-0 in their last fixture.Copenhagen reached the round of 16 after finishing 18th in the Conference League table and beating FC Heidenheim in the knockout eliminator.Kick-off time: 5:45pm GMTTV channel: TNT Sports 4Live stream: discovery+Copenhagen team: team to follow…Chelsea team: team to follow…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Welcome to SunSport’s coverage of Copenhagen vs Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League!Chelsea take on Copenhagen in the Conference League round of 16.The first leg will take place in Denmark, and the second leg this time in a week will take place at Stamford Bridge.Enzo Maresca’s side have had the privilege of rotating for much of the group stage, but still looked more than comfortable as they topped the league table.Copenhagen had to go through the elimination knockout round to get here, and were run close by Heidenheim.The Danish side edged past the Germans, scoring in the 113th minute of the second leg to go through 4-3 on aggregate.Maresca’s Blues have struggled as of late, but were comfortable 4-0 victors over Southampton last time out, so will be hoping to build on that victory tonight.Stay tuned for LIVE updates of Chelsea’s trip to Denmark, courtesy of SunSport.Copy linkCopied More

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      FA Cup TV fixtures confirmed with Nottingham Forest and Man City fans facing nightmare trips

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      THE FA Cup quarter-final schedule has been confirmed – and some fans are not happy.Fixtures will take place on the 29th and 30th March, with Fulham vs Crystal Palace opening the weekend.Fulham host Crystal Palace in the first match of the weekendCredit: GettyBrighton host Nottingham ForestCredit: GettyMan City face a tough trip to BournemouthCredit: GettyThe all-London fixture is set for 12:15pm on the Saturday and it will be shown live on ITV1 and ITVX.That will be followed by Brighton vs Nottingham Forest at 5:15pm.However, some travelling fans could face travel chaos after the match.As things stand, the final train from London to Nottingham is 10:32pm which could give fans a tight turnaround getting from Brighton to the capital at full-time.Read More in FootballThere are also maintenance works currently planned between Brighton and London, which could double the time it usually takes to travel between the two cities.Should the match go to extra-time, it could leave fans at risk of missing the return train to Nottingham entirely.Some fans have already raised travel concerns, with one person taking to social media to write: “Train back on Saturday night looks a major problem!”Another commented: “At least it’s the Saturday for #NFFC, but planning a trip home will be fun considering potential extra time, penalties and the joys of Falmer station…”Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile a third said: “Brilliant, except for the rail replacement bus service on the Brighton line.”The quarter-final clash between Brighton and Forest is set to be shown live on BBC One and BBC IPlayer.Fans can’t believe state of Premier League away dressing room that is ‘worse than Sunday League’Aston Villa then travel to Preston North End for the first game on Sunday, which is penned in for 1:30pm live on BBC One.And to end the weekend, Bournemouth host Manchester City at 4:30pm live on ITV1 and ITVX.Like Nottingham Forest supporters, City fans also face a long journey back to Manchester on Sunday evening after the game.The winners of each match will progress to the semi-finals which will be played at Wembley.FA Cup quarter-finalsFulham vs Crystal Palace (29/3, ITV1 & ITVX, 12:15pm)Brighton vs Nottingham Forest (29/3, BBC One & IPlayer, 5:15pm)Preston vs Aston Villa (30/3, BBC One & IPlayer, 1:30pm)Bournemouth vs Man City (30/3, ITV1 & ITVX, 4:30pm) More

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      I sold Lamine Yamal trading card for a life-changing amount – my wife doesn’t think it’s a silly hobby now

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      SPORTS trading cards may seem like a silly hobby to some, but for those who know what they are looking for it is becoming a life-changing industry.And that was exactly what happened to Aaron Morgan after he packed a rare Lamine Yamal 2023/24 Topps Chrome UCC SuperFractor.Aaron Morgan found an incredibly rare Lamine Yamal cardCredit: Aaron MorganHe then sold it for £80,000Credit: Aaron MorganAaron, from Melbourne, Australia, had booked himself a £147 ($300 Australian dollars) spot for a Topps Chrome box break with Trident Collectables.But the 35-year-old electrician, who has always been a keen card collector after starting out with Pokemon cards, ended up pulling out a huge Yamal Topps card.The card was graded as a gem mint 10 by the Professional Sports Authenticator before it went to sale with Godlin auctions.Aaron actually missed the opening of the card because he was sleeping due to the time difference, but said he was flooded with messages when he woke up.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking exclusively to SunSport, he said: “And I didn’t actually watch it live, I was asleep in bed.”Yeah, well, my first thought when I woke up with all the messages, I was like, I don’t know, they didn’t actually tell me what the card was.”So I had to go back and watch it. “And then I saw the card and I was like, OK, that’s a pretty expensive card, but I had no idea what it would be worth.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAaron admitted he was expecting the card to sell for just under £10,000 ($20,000 AUD).He then revealed he turned down offers of £12,000 ($25,000) and £32,000 ($65,000) before committing the card to auction.I went to the UK’s biggest football trading card show – watch how to spot value in your collectionsAnd that leap of faith was rewarded as the card bidding was up to nearly £50,000 ($100,000 AUD) after only a few days.The winning bid saw the card sell for a staggering £80,000 ($103,000 USD – $163,000 AUD).Aaron’s wife had actually taken more of an interest in the cards despite originally not thinking much of the hobby.On her reaction, Aaron said: “Well, she doesn’t think it’s a silly little hobby now. So that’s pretty good.”She was wrapped, she was like you’re kidding? And then she was watching the auction and she’d come in to tell me there’s been another bid and I wasn’t even watching it.”Aaron revealed his previous record for selling sports trading cards was a relatively humble £5,000 ($10,000 AUD) on a triple order of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez.On his plans for the money, Aaron said: “No I haven’t spent any of the money yet, (I will) probably on buying more cards.”But no, me and my partner are currently looking for a house. So it’s going to go a long way and we can probably get an extra bedroom on the house.”It should be nice because property is pretty expensive in Australia at the moment.”The sports trading card industry is in the middle of a massive surge in growth.In 2023 it was estimated the industry was worth around £34billion and would grow to around £78bn by 2027.Aaron added: “Well I’m glad I started collecting now, it’s great for the hobby. You can see the excitement and it’s not just one age, one gender, one anything, anyone can collect these cards.Aaron’s impressive card collection includes more Yamal rookie cardsCredit: Aaron MorganHe is also collecting baseball cards and banking on the players’ future successCredit: Aaron MorganAaron said he is glad he is collecting now with the sports trading card industry set to grow to £78billion in 2027Credit: Aaron Morgan”In the US they are like $30. So you can just go into a shop that sells cards, buy a box for $30 and then you can change your life, and it’s just fun as well.”As well as football and Pokemon cards, Aaron is also a keen collector of cards from baseball, basketball and Formula 1, revealing he reckons he has more than 5,000 cards in his collection at home.On cards he is keeping an eye on, he said: “So I’ve collected a lot of baseball rookies. “A lot of Wembys (Victor Wembanyama). So I’m banking on them having a great career…”I’ve been buying a lot of Jason Dominguez at the moment.”He was a rookie last year, so I’m hoping when the baseball season starts up he’s going to have a good year because I think he’s a pretty good player.”Also I’m still collecting Lamine Yamal rookies. “They’re not as crazy as the one I sold, but I’ve got a nice image variation from Topps Merlin product that is numbered to 25 and I sent it to PSA and it got a gem mint 10.”Asides from cards, Aaron and his wife also like to collect F1 memorabilia, with his wife being a huge fan of George Russell – even buying a signed photo and VIP helmet with a written message from the Mercedes driver given out at Silverstone. While Aaron and his wife are keeping the Yamal money to one side for their future home, they will be attending the season opening F1 Grand Prix in Melbourne.Aaron also revealed he will be in attendance at CollectFest, a festival for all collectables, taking place in the summer which is expecting as many as 10,000 fans to turn up.London has its own version of CollectFest, the London Card Show, which takes place at Sandown Racecourse in Surrey.READ MORE SUN STORIESCards from various series, including Yu-Gi-Oh! and Magic: The Gathering can also be sold for incredible sums.A rare Jackie Robinson rookie card is in line to be sold for more than £310,000 next week after hitting auction.The collection includes F1 cars models, helmets and cardsCredit: Aaron MorganAaron has around 5,000 cards in his collectionCredit: Aaron MorganHe and his wife also have a number of other collectablesCredit: Aaron MorganAaron started collecting when he was very youngCredit: Aaron Morgan More

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      Man Utd files: Ruben Amorim’s wife glum in gloomy Manchester as boss targets shock Jean-Philippe Mateta transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have endured yet another difficult week.Last weekend, Ruben Amorim’s beleaguered side bowed out of the FA Cup to Fulham at Old Trafford.Ruben Amorim’s side bowed out of the FA Cup last weekendCredit: GettyThe Red Devils lost to Fulham on penaltiesCredit: PAAs usual on a Thursday, SunSport’s team of experts take you through the latest goings on behind the scenes at the Theatre of Dreams.CHECK MATEMANCHESTER United are monitoring Jean-Phillippe Mateta and could make a shock summer swoop for the Crystal Palace striker.In-form French frontman Mateta has emerged as a major target for the goal-shy Red Devils.Ruben Amorim admitted following their FA Cup penalty defeat to Fulham that his side is suffering from a goalscoring problem.It means securing a striker in the summer has now become a priority for Old Trafford chiefs.Top of the list is Sweden’s Viktor Gyokeres, Amorim’s former striker at Sporting Lisbon.But despite Gyokeres being keen on the idea of a reunion with Amorim, he’s pushing for a move to a Champions League club, which would make a switch to United a total non-starter.This has led to United casting their net wider, and they’ve watched Mateta’s last three Premier League matches.United’s scouts were also watching on as Mateta was pole-axed by the kung fu assault by Millwall keeper Liam Roberts in Saturday’s FA Cup fifth round tie, which saw the Eagles ace ferried to hospital before receiving 25 stitches in a head wound.Mateta has been in a rich vein of form since the turn of the year, scoring eight in as many Prem games including a double in Palace’s 2-0 win at Old Trafford.The striker, 27, has scored 34 goals in 106 Prem appearances – with 40 of those off the bench – since converting his initial loan move from Mainz into a permanent £11m deal in January 2022.His mobility and willingness to toil as the arrowhead means Amorim’s scouts believe he would be a prime fit for the manager’s favoured 3-4-3 formation.The chance to switch from Selhurst to Old Trafford would appeal to a player who believes he is ready to play on one of the game’s grander stages if the opportunity arrives.’Endangered his life’ – Crystal Palace owner gives Mateta injury update live on BBC and slams ‘reckless’ Millwall starHOME IS WHERE THE HEART ISUnited bosses have re-assured parents and players that the academy remains “at the heart” of the club’s strategy – despite 450 job cuts and cost-cutting measures at the club.Academy Director Nick Cox acknowledged it has been an “unsettling” season given poor results on the pitch for the first team and the “difficult decisions being taken to improve the financial position of the club”.But he added that the “development of young players is at the heart of our strategy for returning the club to the top of English and European football” and that the club remains committed to providing the academy with the money and the staff it needs to be successful.He sent out the message to parents and players in the wake of the announcement earlier this week that up to 200 more staff faced redundancy as part of cost-cutting measures introduced by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.Several academy staff were made redundant last summer, with some being told the news as shocked children and parents were being welcomed back to Carrington for the start of the season.A source said: “There’s been an awful lot of negative news coming out of Old Trafford so Nick wanted to try and reassure everyone that United is still the best place for their boys.“They have spent several years getting the academy back up to speed after losing out to Man City for a while, so don’t want all that hard work go to waste.”Academy graduate Toby Collyer made his first team debut this season while Chido Obi-Martin – who arrived from Arsenal in October – was one of the few bright spots in the FA Cup defeat by Fulham.Highly-rated Elyh Harrison, Harry Amass, Tyler Fredricson, Jack Fletcher, Sekou Kone and Jack Moorhouse were all on the bench for last month’s defeat at Spurs.United’s Under-18s beat Arsenal 3-2 in the quarter-finals of the FA Youth Cup last week.Chido Obi was in action for Man Utd last weekCredit: GettyThe Red Devils named an inexperienced bench against TottenhamCredit: GettyWINTER OF DISCONTENTManchester United’s winter of misery has put Ruben Amorim in the spotlight.But the city’s miserable winter has taken its toll as well.Training ground talk is that Amorim’s wife Maria has struggled to come to terms with the wind, rain and dark nights over the first few months of his Old Trafford reign.After a preference for the delights of home played a part in Pep Guardiola’s marriage split, there might be some concern if Amorim’s family are not settled in the north west.Ruben Amorim’s wife Maria has not immediately taken to the Manchester weatherCredit: Steve Allen – Commissioned by The SunTRAVEL EXPENSESAny United players unhappy at the prospect of being whisked half way around the world at the end of the season are set to be told there is a financial imperative for the trip.United are due to fly out to the Far East straight after their final Prem game of the campaign against Aston Villa on May 25.Ruben Amorim’s men will meet the Asean All Stars in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur on May 28, with a further stop in Hong Kong.But dressing room moaners will be told the estimated £8m the club will earn from the trip is vital as they juggle their finances ahead of an expected season without any European football and after a campaign likely to bring a substantial cut in Prem prize money.The Red Devils went on a lucrative tour last summerCredit: GettyDORG IN THE FIGHTItalian club Lecce saw United coming in January – which is why they had to pay £25m for left-back Patrick Dorgu.Danish youngster Dorgu joined the Serie A side from Nordsjaelland in his homeland on a youth contract in 2022, becoming a fixture in their first team last term.The deal represented pure profit for Lecce, currently just three points above the Serie A drop zone.And the middle man who put the deal together, long-serving agent Frank Trimboli, pointed to the nous of Lecce sporting director Pantaleo Corvino in ensuring United paid top dollar for a key target.Trimboli explained: “Corvino who has a long tradition of buying players cheap, developing them and then selling on for substantial profits.“In his mind he’d done the research and seen what was out there, understood that January is one of those windows where if you have an asset and have to sell, there’s a premium attached – because it is the worst time to sell.”Another factor was the 2023 sale of Dorgu’s fellow Dane, highly-rated defensive midfielder Morten Hjulmund, to Sporting Lisbon for £18m.Hjulmand had arrived in Italy from Austria’s Admira Wacker for just £170,000 barely 18 months previously.Trimboli added: “They knew what previous players have been sold for and started with that number.“Then it came down to market forces, supply and demand.“United knew what they wanted to pay. Lecce knew what they wanted to receive.“There was a bit of brinkmanship that came into play but eventually they got there.”Patrick Dorgu has had an encouraging start to life at Old TraffordCredit: AlamyDIAL IT DOWNFan favourite Amad Diallo was back at Old Trafford on Sunday – but there seems little chance of supporters seeing him on the pitch before last season.Ivorian Amad, who scored the late Manchester derby winner over City and then netted a hat-trick to pull off the comeback victory over Southampton, was spotted at Sunday’s FA Cup defeat by Fulham.Amad, 22, underwent ankle surgery last month and was wearing a protective boot and using a crutch as he made his way into the stadium.While United have publicly stopped short of ruling him out for the season, he did not look like a player expected to be back on the grass any time soon.Amad Diallo is not expected back this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Europa League supercomputer predicts every round of knockouts with Man Utd and Tottenham scrapping for silverware

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      A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted which teams could be in contention for the Europa League title – and it’s good news for Tottenham.The Europa League round-of-16 kicks off tonight, with all remaining teams in action.Tottenham have a good chance of reaching the Europa League final, according to the SupercomputerCredit: ReutersMan Utd, meanwhile, are unlikely to go all the wayCredit: PATottenham travel to the Netherlands to face AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their clash.Meanwhile, Manchester United take on Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena.The likes of Ajax, Rangers and Roma are also in action as the race to Bilbao continues.But none of those teams have the best chance to win, according to a supercomputer.Read More in FootballA supercomputer from Opta claims that Lazio are most likely to lift the trophy at San Mames Stadium.The Italian giants have a 19.1 per cent chance of winning the Europa League, a 33 per cent chance of reaching the final and a 55.1 per cent chance of making it to the semi-finals.Opta’s simulation is also 77.6 per cent confident that they will beat Viktoria Plzen in the last-16 across two legs.According to the supercomputer, Tottenham have the second-best chance of winning the title.Most read in Europa LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOpta’s Europa League supercomputerSpurs have a 14.5 per cent chance of lifting the trophy, a 25.7 per cent chance of making the final, a 44.4 per cent chance of reaching the semi-finals and a 70.7 per cent chance of beating Alkmaar in the round-of-16 this week and next.Man Utd, however, are fifth in line behind Athletic Bilbao and Roma.’I know the consequences’ – Ruben Amorim insists he’s the right man for Man Utd but fears he may not get time to show itThe Red Devils have been limited to just a 7.4 per cent chance of winning the competition, with a 15.5 per cent chance of reaching the final.The supercomputer has also given United a 53 per cent chance of beating Real Sociedad.Ruben Amorim and Co have endured a miserable run of results recently.They currently sit 14th in the Premier League table, level on points with West Ham.At the other end of the Europa League rankings, FCSB have been deemed the team least likely to win, with just a 0.6 per cent chance. More

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      Son of ex-Brazil star who played with Ronaldinho left ‘brain dead’ after horror crash on way to training at Klopp club

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      BRAZILIAN starlet Pedro Severino has heartbreakingly been declared “brain dead” after being involved in an accident.The 19-year-old was riding in the front passenger seat when the vehicle taking him to training collided with a lorry on a Brazilian motorway early on Monday morning.Brazilian starlet Pedro Severino has reportedly been declared brain dead after being in a horror car crashCredit: JAM PRESSSeverino, 19, was in the front seat of a vehicle which collided with a lorryCredit: JAM PRESSPedro is the son of former Brazil star Lucas SeverinoCredit: AFPThe Red Bull Bragantino U20 star was taken to the hospital with a critical head injury after the crash.Severino – the son of former Brazil Under 23s star Lucas – underwent successful neurosurgery a few hours later but is still in a critical condition.A doctor, however, has sadly declared him “brain dead”, although a second must agree with the assessment before its legal confirmation.A spokesperson for Red Bull Bragantino, who are part of the Red Bull group which Jurgen Klopp now works for, said: “Since being informed of the incident, the club has been closely monitoring the players’ condition and providing all the necessary support.”READ MORE IN SPORTA statement from the Dr Waldemar Tebaldi Municipal Hospital read: “For brain death to be confirmed, the patient must undergo a clinical exam by two different doctors.”With at least an hour between their assessments, as well as an apnoea test and other supplementary exams.”This process could take up to 24 hours after the protocol was started at 4:30pm. “The hospital team is providing full support to the family during this difficult time.”Most read in FootballLucas Severino was a former team-mate of RonaldinhoCredit: GETTYFellow footballer Pedro Castro was in the back seat during the crash and was also taken to the hospital. He was, thankfully, discharged with minor injuries. You’re a football superfan if you can work out Brazil and Real Madrid legend’s son, 16, by his iconic playing style Breathalyser tests were conducted on both drivers, who were found to not to be under the influence of alcohol.Pedro’s father, Lucas, played with footie icon Ronaldinho in Brazil’s Under-23s side.Ronaldinho celebrates scoring for Brazil U23s, where he played alongside Lucas, in 2000Credit: AFP More

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      Steve Cooper begins new job in football four months after being sacked by Leicester

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      STEVE COOPER has made his return to football four months after being sacked by Leicester.Cooper, 45, was given the boot in November after the Foxes won just TWO of the first twelve matches of the Premier League season.Steve Cooper has been out of work since being sacked by Leicester at the end of NovemberCredit: PALautaro Martinez celebrates scoring Inter’s opener against FeyenoordCredit: APThe former Nottingham Forest and Swansea boss is now back in the game in a new role with Uefa.According to journalist Henry Winter, Cooper covered his first official game as a technical observer last night, watching over Feyenoord against Inter in the Champions League.Technical observers analyse each match from a coaching perspective, and are tasked with selecting the Player of the Match for each fixture.Lautaro Martinez became Inter’s all-time top scorer in the European Cup/Champions League with his 18th goal for the Italian giants as they beat their Dutch opponents.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMarcus Thuram poked home a looping ball shortly after half-time to give his side a commanding 2-0 lead going into the second leg.Cooper selected the Argentine as Player of the Match as he proved a nightmare for Feyenoord goalkeeper Timon Wellenreuther.Cooper joins a talented pool of technical observers for the 2024/45 Champions League campaign, including a host of ex-Premier League bosses.Gareth Southgate, Rafa Benitez, David Moyes and Avram Grant have all taken on the role throughout the current campaign.Most read in SportGareth Southgate carried out the same role for Uefa earlier this seasonCredit: AlamyPrior to returning to management with Besiktas just last month, former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer also had a go at it.Speaking to Uefa earlier in the season, Solskjaer detailed a day in the life of a technical observer.Fans convinced Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper has an assistant to scratch his ear and can’t stop watching videoHe said: “My role entails travelling to matches and analysing the technical quality and tactical approach closely, as well as picking a Player of the Match.”It’s a really great way of watching the top teams closely and keeping up with trends.”I also get to meet new and old football acquaintances in a more relaxed setting.”Moyes, meanwhile, added that he had learnt a lot from carrying out the role.The new Everton boss revealed he had “brought information and ideas back from both the EURO and the Nations League”, learning new tricks which “can be exploited all the way down to junior teams”. More

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      Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards walk off CBS Sports set after Liverpool hero Alisson’s post-match interview

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER and Micah Richards incredibly stormed off set during Alisson’s live TV interview.The Liverpool goalkeeper spoke to the media following his stunning performance away at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher walked out of the CBS studioCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoAlisson spoke to the CBS team after his heroics against PSGCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoRichards was desperate to win over the Liverpool goalkeeperCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoThe Brazilian, 32, made nine saves to keep a clean sheet in the French capital.Harvey Elliott secured a very late smash-and-grab winner just 46 seconds after coming on to take a 1-0 lead back to Anfield.But it was Alisson who was rightfully named man of the match – and tasked with being interviewed by the broadcasters.And Carragher and Richards were up to their usual antics on CBS Sports. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLPeter Schmeichel conducted the interview with Alisson from the Parc des Princes while Carragher, Richards and Thierry Henry joined host Kate Abdo in the studio.Richards went on the charm offensive – but it soon backfired.The ex-Manchester City right-back said: “Have you seen our show, Alisson? Have you seen our show?”Have you seen the clips online?”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA laughing Alisson confirmed: “Yes, I did, I did.”Then the very excitable Richards responded: “Oh OK you did, perfect.Jamie Carragher exposes iShowSpeed’s ‘real name’ on live TV during Champions League coverage “So who is your favourite on the show?” Richards then even added a few words in Alisson’s native Portuguese.But the flamboyant pundit was left disappointed by the response.The keeper replied: “Well, well, nice Portuguese, by the way.”I think I will have to say as I think he played the biggest part out of the players here, Thierry. Legend.”Ex-Liverpool defender Carragher shouted back: “Alisson!”But Alisson continued: “When I was growing up, I watched a lot of Arsenal in the early 2000s when he was playing.”So it was the only team that was showing on the open TV in Brazil.”But as Alisson gave his explanation, Carra and Richards had seen enough – and silently got out of their chairs and walked off in a hilarious protest. Giggling and smug Henry chipped in with “obrigado” – meaning “thank you” in Portuguese – as he was left in the studio alongside Abdo. Schmeichel could not help but break into laughter, too, as the chaos unfolded. And the brilliant moment went down a storm with fans on social media.One said: “All football fans will say Henry, people that watch it just for the entertainment will say Micah.”Thierry Henry could not resist a giggle at the answerCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoAlisson made nine saves in the 1-0 win over PSGCredit: APHe was named man of the match for his performanceCredit: GettyAnother wrote: “Why does Titi gets all the love?”A third added: “Liverpool players don’t even rate their legend imagine lol.”A fourth joked: “All I know is that @Carra23 will never be anyone’s favourite.”And a final user quipped: “Even Alisson is an Arsenal fan.”Thankfully for CBS fans, the jokers did return to their seats on what was another chaotic night for Abdo to oversee.Carragher exposed iShowSpeed’s real name during the coverage – but only after the American YouTuber was denied entry by the show’s security.READ MORE SUN STORIESEarlier on, Richards was on the end of yet another brutal introduction from Abdo. After hailing Henry’s speed and Carragher’s grit, she bigged up Richard’s power… to demolish his dinner before going on air. Kate Abdo handed Richards another brutal introductionCredit: x CBS SPORTSCarragher exposed iShowSpeed’s real nameCredit: TWITCH@ISHOWSPEED More