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      How much prize money do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?

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      LIVERPOOL have officially been crowned Premier League champions for the 2024/25 season – and they have earned millions in the process!The Reds lifted the title with a fairytale ending by beating Tottenham in front of a sold-out Anfield crowd.Liverpool beat Spurs to lift the Premier League titleCredit: APAnd the fans were out in full voice, leaving a trail of red mist to take over the blue England skies.But aside from the fans and players, the owners of the club will be more than delighted as they have accumulated a whopping amount of cash for their great achievement.How much do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?There is no specific prize fund for the winners of the Premier League title.But Liverpool will be rewarded the most money out of the 20 clubs for finishing top of the charts.Read more on LiverpoolThe champions receive 20 times the basic merit payment, the club finishing second 19 times, and so on, down to the club finishing bottom receiving one times the merit payment.Last year, the highest merit payment was £22.6million claimed by Manchester City as champions, while Sheffield United received the lowest merit payments (£1.1m) as the bottom club.So Liverpool can expect a similar amount to enter their account.What else do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?As well as being presented with the Trophy, as champions Liverpool would also get 2024/25 Premier League winners’ medals.Most read in FootballAs laid out by rule C.13 in the Premier League Handbook, the champions receive 40 commemorative medals “to be presented by the Club to its Manager and to such of its Players and Officials as it thinks fit provided that any Player who has entered the field of play in a minimum of five of its League Matches that Season”.The Premier League champions are also guaranteed entry into next season’s UEFA Champions League, although in Liverpool’s case this has already been secured, as they have confirmed a top-five spot.Current Premier League tableHere is how Liverpool won the 2024/25 Premier League title. More

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      Man City close in on Juventus left-back Andrea Cambiaso in transfer that could hand Arsenal huge pay day

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      MANCHESTER CITY’S hopes of signing Juventus full back Andrea Cambiaso have been boosted as the Serie A giants close in on a replacement.And the transfer merry-go-round could lead to a multi-million pound windfall for Arsenal.Manchester City have been linked with Juventus full back Andrea CambiasoCity pursued Italy international Cambiaso, 25, during the January transfer window before cooling their interest.But Etihad chiefs are expected to try again in the summer for Cambiaso, who can play on both flanks.And reports in Italy claim Juventus have identified former Gunner Nuno Tavares as a top target.Left back Tavares, 25, is currently on loan from Arsenal at Lazio, with an obligation to buy for just over £5m and a 40 per cent sell-on clause.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSLazio are ready to complete the permanent deal and then immediately cash in on the Portugal international.Tavares had a brilliant start to the season, racking up eight assists in Serie A by the end of October.Injuries have interrupted his campaign since and Lazio will struggle to find anyone willing to meet their reported asked price of £34m.But if they sell Tavares, 40 per cent of the proceeds will be added to Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta’s transfer kitty.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJuventus are also looking at Club Brugge defender Maxim De Cuyper, who has previously been linked with Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham.Meanwhile, City still have a chance to win silverware next month after a disappointing campaign by their standards.Pep Guardiola’s side reached their third-straight FA Cup final after beating Nottingham Forest 2-0 at Wembley on Sunday.Pep Guardiola aims sly dig at rivals Man Utd hours after their heroic Europa League comeback More

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      ‘I am upset’ – Ryan Giggs opens up on being excluded from Premier League Hall of Fame

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      RYAN GIGGS has broken his silence on his omission from the Premier League Hall of Fame.Launched in 2020, the Premier League Hall of Fame recognises and honours iconic players and managers in the division’s history.Ryan Giggs has revealed his thoughts on being snubbed for the Premier League Hall of FameGiggs is the PL’s most decorated player and holds several major records including assistsCredit: GettyBut he has been snubbed from the list after allegations of assault emerged in 2022, which he was later cleared ofCredit: GettySo far, this has seen 22 players and two managers inducted into the coveted list since the inaugural inductions took place in 2021.However, Giggs, the Premier League’s most decorated player with 13 titles, holds the record for assists with 162 and for scoring goals in consecutive seasons (21) and is third on the all-time appearance list, is not included and has never been nominated.The 51-year-old, who in 2012 was voted the league’s best player at the 20 Seasons Awards, retired from professional football in 2014 after a 24-year spell with Manchester United.The flying winger-turned midfield maestro also earned 64 caps for the Welsh National Team and represented Team GB at the London Olympics in 2012.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter hanging up his boots, he moved into coaching – initially as assistant to Louis van Gaal – before becoming the head coach of Wales in 2018.But Giggs’ career was thrown into chaos in November 2020 when he was arrested under suspicion of two counts of assault against his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville, and her younger sister, Emma. Giggs always denied the charges but stepped down as Wales boss in June 2022 due to his upcoming trial on the case.He was later cleared of assaulting Greville, who declined to co-operate with a retrial, in 2023, before also being cleared on further counts of coercive or controlling behaviour against her and common assault against Emma. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKGiggs has been without a coaching job since the allegations came to light. And asked whether he was bothered by his snub from the Hall of Fame list by former colleague Rio Ferdinand, Giggs told his podcast Rio Ferdinand Presents: “Not really. Gary Neville reveals fear with Liverpool to become most successful English team ever”No, I mean, I don’t think about it until you just brought it up. I don’t think about it.”I think when you start off, you don’t… These are the things that you’re not striving for. “You’re striving off to win games and try and win trophies. That’s the most important thing for me.”However, Giggs had a change of heart when Ferdinand revealed he had been inducted. Giggs joked: “Now I am upset. Now I am… Jeez, what’s going on? I’m going to look at the list now when I go home.”He then aimed another cheeky joke towards fellow Class of 92 member Gary Neville, asking if he had made it, to which Ferdinand replied: “No, I don’t think Nev’s on it yet. “He’ll get on it soon. He’ll talk his way into it, won’t he?”The pair then spoke about legacy and how Giggs wants to be remembered, considering his recent controversies, with an eight-year affair with his brother Rhodri’s wife also raising his notoriety.He said: “I did want to entertain. I wanted to entertain in training. I wanted to entertain myself.”So I wanted to… At United, you’ve got to win. But at the same time, if you can entertain and try things – you know, try little nutmegs, try little tricks, try and take players on…”Read More on The SunFormer Man Utd stars to be inducted into the list include: David Beckham, Roy Keane, Eric Cantona, Peter Schmeichel, Paul Scholes, Rio Ferdinand and Andy Cole.The shortlist of 2025 candidates is yet to be revealed.Man Utd player ratings vs BournemouthBy Katherine WalshMANCHESTER UNITED managed to secure a 1-1 draw against 10-man Bournemouth in the sixth minute of injury time.Rasmus Hojlund’s last-gasp equaliser leaves United 14th in the Prem, after Evanilson was sent off for serious foul play with 20 minutes to go.Man Utd target Antoine Semenyo fired the home side into the lead with a thunderbolt opener, after a calamity of mistakes while playing out from the back.Yet United somewhat responded well, mainly through Alejandro Garnacho’s flurry of chances.So was the Argentine the star player for Man Utd? Check out how the players rated. More

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      Arne Slot shows his class as he leads Anfield in chant about Jurgen Klopp after sealing 20th title for Liverpool

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      ARNE SLOT has paid homage to ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp with a Kop singalong after winning the Premier League. The Reds wrapped up a first title since 2020 with a thumping 5-1 win over Tottenham on Sunday. Arne Slot led Liverpool fans in a chant for Jurgen Klopp after his team clinched the titleThe Dutchman celebrated with supporters after a 5-1 win over TottenhamCredit: GettyKlopp had implored the Liverpool faithful to get behind Slot during his farewell game against Wolves last MayCredit: GettySlot cut a relaxed figure all afternoon as his team stormed back from behind against hapless Spurs.And he led an emotional rendition of a Klopp chant while celebrating at a raucous Anfield. The Dutchman took the mic to address fans after securing the title with four games to spare.It is the first time since 1990 that fans have been in Anfield to celebrate a top-flight title. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLKlopp stepped aside from his role as Liverpool boss last summer.And he had implored fans to welcome his replacement Slot by leading a chant with fans after a final-day win against Wolves last May.Slot repaid the favour on Sunday, singing down the mic: “Jurgen Klopp, la la la.”The chant – to the tune of Life is Life by Opus – was immediately bellowed back by all four sides of Anfield. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOne fan wrote in response to the footage on X: “This is the real heritage.”Another said: “This one’s for you Jurgen, we will never be able to thank you enough for what you did for us.”HOW LIVERPOOL WON THE TITLEWhile a third added: “Has someone been cutting onions?”A fourth commented: “I’m actually bursting into tears what a football club.”And a fifth said: “The best full circle moment ever.”Liverpool demolished Spurs thanks to goals from Mo Salah, Alexis Mac Allister, Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo.Fans and players celebrated after the final whistle, with Salah taking selfies in front of the Kop.Slot’s triumph comes in his first full season in chargeCredit: GettyMo Salah shared selfies with a jubilant home support on MerseysideCredit: GettyAn emotional Slot told Sky Sports: “It is difficult to put into words. “The scenes here and before the game tells you more than I can describe.”[The fans being here] is what makes it special. Three or four years ago they won the league.Read More on The Sun”It was an amazing accomplishment, but the fans weren’t there. “So you can feel how important it was for them to be here. And the boys did an outstanding job today, including our fans.” More

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      Liverpool fans just discovering what Premier League-winning boss Arne Slot’s real name is and say ‘I’ll never recover’

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      LIVERPOOL fans are digesting Premier League title glory AND a shock discovery about boss Arne Slot’s real name.The Reds confirmed their first crown for five years with Sunday’s 5-1 home win over Tottenham.Arne Slot is celebrating title glory in his first season in chargeCredit: RexSlot has become the first Anfield chief since Kenny Dalglish in 1985-86 to win the title during his first season in charge.Liverpool also equalled Manchester United’s haul of 20 top-flight crowns.And fans in awe of Slot’s achievement are equally astounded to only find out now that Arne is only his NICKNAME.The 46-year-old was in fact given the birth name Arend Martijn Slot.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArend – meaning Eagle –  is rarely used as a name even in his native Netherlands.The moniker was passed down to him from his dad.Liverpool fan Paul Senior decided the time was right for a wider audience to know that Arne is not the ex-Feyenoord chief’s true name.And with the title unofficially in the bag for weeks, the main shock for supporters was the revelation about Slot.Most read in FootballOne fan joked Slot had ‘disguised’ his real name ahead of title joyCredit: PABEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOne fan responded: “Not sure I’ll ever recover.” Another commented: “Mad when you find out the managers name isn’t actually Arne.”Gary Neville reveals fear with Liverpool to become most successful English team everA third claimed: “I need to sit down.” And in a reference to an ex-Liverpool keeper, one posted: “Like finding out Pepe Reina’s name was Jose the whole time.”Many supporters simple couldn’t believe they had been in the dark about Arne – or rather Arend – for so long.One said: “No way I just found this out.”Another reckoned it had all been a mischievous master-plan by a manager whose title joy has made him an instant Anfield icon.He wrote: “Disguised his real name as he managed @LFC winning the league. Slick Slot. Love it.” More

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      When will Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy?

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      LIVERPOOL have officially won the 2024/25 Premier League title with FOUR games to spare.The Reds just needed one point against Tottenham on Sunday, but they took all three after a dominant display.Liverpool secured their status as Premier League champions with a 5-1 win over TottenhamCredit: ReutersArne Slot’s side put on a show for a jubilant Anfield crowd as Liverpool thrashed Spurs 5-1.Incredible scenes followed at full-time as fans inside the iconic stadium celebrated winning a second league title in 35 years.But supporters will have to wait a little bit longer to see their champions lift the Premier League trophy.When will Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy?Liverpool will have to wait until after their final Prem fixture against Crystal Palace on Sunday, May 25, to lift the league title in front of a packed Anfield for the first time in 35 years.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe trophy lift for the Reds’ 2019/20 top-flight triumph was held behind closed doors due to Covid-19 restrictions.Virgil van Dijk will be the man to lift the iconic trophy following the conclusion of the Palace fixture.Details regarding a trophy parade are yet to be officially released, but many reports suggest it could happen the day after the trophy lift, with it being a bank holiday Monday.Will Liverpool get a guard of honour at their final four games?As Liverpool have been crowned as Premier League champions with four fixtures remaining, many are wondering if they will receive a guard of honour from each opponent.Most read in FootballIt is not compulsory for opposition teams to give the champions a guard of honour, but it is customary.Chelsea are the first team to have the opportunity to complete the pre-match ritual on May 4, while Liverpool’s title rivals Arsenal will get the chance to be gracious in defeat a week later. More

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      Liverpool win Premier League LIVE: Reds secure 20th title after thrashing Spurs as celebrations ensue – latest updates

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      LIVERPOOL have officially secured the Premier League title with an emphatic 5-1 win over Tottenham.It’s the Reds’ 20th league title, which is the joint most with Manchester United.Arne Slot has enjoyed a stunning first season at the helm on Merseyside, becoming the first Dutch manager to lift the prestigious Premier League trophy.Celebrations are well underway across the city as fans soak in the occasion after they were denied the chance for their 2020 league triumph due to Covid restrictions.Match result: Liverpool 5-1 TottenhamLiverpool team: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Gakpo, DiazTottenham team: Vicario; Spence, Danso, Davies, Udogie; Bergvall, Gray, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, TelCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…City celebrates massive titleThis club and silverware goes hand in hand with one another.It hurt so much to have such a lean spell of winning league titles.Now, they have won two Premier League trophies in five years.The rest of the league needs to be wary, The Reds go marching on.Credit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedPremier League champions tour datesLiverpool will go into their final four games knowing that their opponents will be facing the league champions.They will even receive guard of honours as they go out onto that pitch to do battle.Arne Slot’s side will want to celebrate this trophy in style and win all their remaining fixtures.Copy linkCopiedReds back on their perchLiverpool’s 20th top-flight title once again makes them the most decorated club in English football.The Premier League champions have got the hunger for winning trophies and this may well be the first of many.Many supporters have to endure lean periods but when you are experiencing these moments, it all seems so worth it.Credit: PACredit: AFPCredit: PACredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedSteal of the centuryLiverpool’s signing of Alexis Mac Allister for £35m from Brighton is now looking to be the ‘steal of the century’.He covered every blade of grass for The Reds today, scoring the goal to give them the lead at Anfield this afternoon.The Argentine was to get the ‘man of the match’ award and nobody deserved it more.Copy linkCopiedDutchman shows his worthWhen Arne Slot was named as the new Liverpool manager, most people where unaware who he even was.Managing a side in his native Netherlands, many wondered if he was the man to take over from Jurgen Klopp.In his first season he has shown them that he has come to carry on the good work of the German before him.Some shoes to fill, but this is a good start.Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedLocal lad who wanted to play for LiverpoolTrent Alexander-Arnold has achieved his dreams with this club,Coming through the youth system that turned him into one of the best players in the world.He has some tough decision to make over the coming weeks but none of that matters now as he celebrates a Premier League title.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHis name is Lucho, he came from PortoHe came to score, came to score, came to score, score, score.Luis Diaz grabbed the equaliser for The Reds today and they did not look back from that moment.The Columbian has become an important cog in this Liverpool machine and celebrates their success with Federico Chiesa.Credit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedYou cannot buy support like thisThere is a special relationship between Liverpool fans and their club.The passion, hunger and love for their players.Through thick and thin they back them, to experience moments like these.Different levels.Credit: GettyCredit: EPACopy linkCopiedThe king bows to his peopleLiverpool’s Egyptian King is on his knees thanking those who worship him.Mohamed Salah has been the best player in the world this season and delivered a Premier League title to the fans.Having signed a new contract, he is here to stay.And along with it, more success.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedCity bouncing with title winOutside of the ground was a sea of fans, even as the game was being played.No one could ever build a stadium big enough for the supporrt of this football club.They all wanted to see their Premier League champions, there will be parrties long into the night.Credit: PACredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSpecial achievement for Slot’s RedsTo win the Premier League with four games still to play shows just how dominant The Reds have been this season.Even when not at their best, this team found a way to win.The squad have clicked with their new manager and tactics, nobody in the Premier League have been able to live with them.What a way to seal it, with a 5-1 victory over Tottenham in front of their own fans.Credit: PACredit: GettyCredit: GettyCredit: AFPCopy linkCopiedLiverpool Hungary for moreIt has been a new experience for Dominic Szoboszlai as he wins his first Premier League title with The Reds.His creativity has been a major contribution in his team ensuring that they stay at the top of the table.As he cleebrates their win with these loyal fans, the midfielder knows this is something he wants to feel more and more.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedMacca lapping up the experienceSpeaking with Sky Sports, Alexis Mac Allister spoke about this feeling:To win a World Cup and now to win a Premier League is something really special. It wouldn’t be possible without my teammates and I am just one part of the puzzle. Something really, really special and hopefully we can enjoy it. I don’t think I will score that one again. It wasn’t bad. I think it was the right decision for me [joining Liverpool] and am really enjoying my time here. Alexis Mac AllisterLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedMagic moment for Liverpool fanHarvey Elliott has grown up as a Liverpool fan and travelled as a youngster to watch so many of their games.It must have seemed like a dream when he finally signed for them and this is something probably fantasised about out his back garden as a kid.Winning the title with his beloved Liverpool, with dad watching on from the stands.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAll roads lead to AnfieldAs Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates this title win, he stands taking in the atmosphere, no doubt making the hairs on the back of his neck stand up.Why would the full-back want to leave his hometown club, the sky is the limit for Arne Slot and co.He may well be thinking about how he cannot severe this tie, it means too much, he has to stay.And the fans would love nothing more.Credit: PACredit: PACopy linkCopiedSalah feels the love at AnfieldIf anyone wondered why Mohamed Salah wanted to stay at this club so much, it was for all to see today.The Egyptian feels like one of their own and these fans feel like his family and he wanted to win this title today for them.Since his arrival in 2017, it has been a match made in heaven and who would rule out plenty more days like this for Liverpool from this point.Credit: ReutersCredit: PACopy linkCopiedArne Slot embraces the fansWearing his Liverpool top which reads on the back ‘ champions 24/25′ the manager celebrates with the fans.He is given a microphone and sings…..’Jurgen Klopp, la la la la la’.Slot embraces his players, the Dutchman looks on cloud nine.These players and coaches have such a bond with each other and these fans.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEgyptian King absorbs title winSpeaking wiith Sky Sports, Salah expressed his feelings:Incredible, to win the Premier League with the fans, it’s incredible. This is way better, 100%. It is special with the fans. I’m glad that we are winners here. We wanted to win it here in front of the fans, incredible.Mohamed SalahLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedReds crowned Premier League championsIf you wondered how much this meant to the players, they are in dreamland right now.Celebrating with the fans and singing the club anthems.After a long slog this campaign, they are reaping the rewards right now.Credit: ReutersCredit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHeroes of Anfield RoadAnfield is still a cauldron of noise, with just as many fans if not more outside the ground.The whole city rejoices as do fans all over the world.Liverpool have some of the most passionate fans and there will be some celebrations tonight.They have suprised many this season and no other team has had an answer for them.Slot’s side have been on another level.Credit: ReutersCredit: APCopy linkCopiedSlot basking in gloryThe Liverpool manager spoke with Sky Sports as the whole of Anfield sang out his name:Wow. I think it is difficult to put it into words. You could feel how important it was for the fans to be here and the boys did a brilliant job here, as did the fans. First time we went one goal behind and I don’t think we could have lost this game today if you were here. Our main focus was to win this game and that makes it special. The belief for us to win it was almost through the whole season. Arne SlotLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedFans get the moment they dreamed ofWhile it seemed immenent The Reds would be crowned champions, nobody takes anything for granted.For these fans and all the others around the world, this is the what they dream of seeing, their club lifting major silverware.This has been a season to remember for all of them.Credit: APCredit: AFPCredit: PACopy linkCopiedSkipper knows why he stayedSpeaking with Sky Sports, van Dijk was feeling all the emotions with this experience:It is something special that we love to have. This is the most beautiful club in the world and I think we all deserve this. We have got to enjoy the next couple of weeks. I was desperate to do this for all the fans around the world. It is a great achievement.Virgil van DijkLiverpoolCopy linkCopiedReds seal title in styleAs ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ rings out across the ground, the players all stand side by side.It is spine-chilling to hear the anthem ring out.This is a special club, one like no other, and fully deserve this moment.Liverpool are Premier League champions and are looking to stay.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLiverpool are the cream of the cropThe fans erupt as it is confirmed they are champions.You can see just how much this means to the players as well as they celebrate their achievements.Arne Slot’s side have blown the opposition away as they open up a 15 point gap with four games remaining.Credit: APCredit: PACopy linkCopied More

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      Moment car ends up pitch side in middle of English football match as fans say ‘non-league at its finest’

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      STUNNED fans reckon a surprise intervention from a CAR showed ‘non-league football at its finest’. Matlock Town’s clash with Lancaster City was revving up nicely when a Honda Jazz trundled past pitchside – in front of the main stand.Fans didn’t know whether to focus on the match or the vehicleThere was no ‘brake’ in the first-half action as the seventh-tier, Northern Premier League game continued.But visitors Lancaster posted in their match coverage: “A car has taken an unexpected detour and found himself pitch side at the fittingly named Proctor Cars Stadium.”And if the venue name was apt, how about the player who put City in front soon after…Lewis Mansell – a moniker combining two of Britain’s most famous Formula 1 stars – put Lancaster in the driving seat with a 24th-minute opener.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMontel Gibson levelled just before the interval – in his final game for relegated Matlock as Town have freed the hotshot from his contract to play at a higher level.There were no more goals in the 1-1 stalemate… if only the car had brought its scoring boot!And it was the unexpected motoring moment that captivated viewers when the incident was posted online.One responded: “Normal non league behaviour over here.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Live car auction during the game?” wondered another.And a third reckoned the vehicle should be “offered as part of hospitality” at future matches.Non-league clash SUSPENDED with players forced off the pitch due to weatherAnother fan reckoned it was “more like CAR-lisle” – with Vauxhall Motors another suggested host.  Meanwhile, one expert analyst delivered some tactical advice.He concluded: “Can’t park there mate.”The ‘Matlock Motor Mystery’ might then have been solved by another post.A fan wrote: “For those wondering, this was a musician who provided pre-match entertainment having to leave the game early to get to his next gig, but to exit our small club car park you have to follow a ‘driveway’ round the pitch. Unfortunate if the game is in progress!” More