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    ITV in major broadcasting change as they hire legendary Sky Sports pundit for Euro 2024 coverage

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    GREAT Scot Graeme Souness will return to TV for Euro 2024.The pundit, who left Sky Sports last season, has been signed up by ITV and will start with Scotland v Germany on June 14.ITV have made a key hire for their Euros coverageCredit: PAGraeme Souness will join ITV’s punditry team this summerSouey recently returned to viewers’ screens with ITV for Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United in the quarter-final of the FA Cup last month.He appeared alongside his old sparring partner Roy Keane and Ian Wright for the channel.Souness never formally retired from punditry and declared himself “still very much open for business” after he left Sky.He did appeared for England’s clash with Scotland at Hampden Park last year, which England won 3-1.Read more football newsThe fixture was played to mark the 150th anniversary of the first international fixture.Souness also appears regularly on talkSPORT, as he vows not to give up on giving his opinions on the game.He told The Telegraph: “I will never retire.“I will be retired when the phone stops ringing. I know we have to be very careful with what words we choose now, but you must be as honest as you possibly can, consistently.Most read in Football”And just be real. That is becoming more and more difficult for the guys who are doing it now.”He disagreed with the notion that pundits should be required to have achieved it all in order to analyse the top level.Awkward moment Joe Cole’s jaw drops on Channel 4 as Graeme Souness calls current England crop the real Golden GenerationHe added: “That is like saying Arsene Wenger or Jose Mourinho shouldn’t have been great managers.“There are people I will listen to. There are people I think ‘no, you have nothing I’m going to learn from you at all’. That is only me.”Back in February, he told Simon Jordan on their podcast that his radio and charity work has kept him busier than ever. More

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      Fans furious after ITV News presenter’s ‘shameful’ Prem title race comment as Liverpool go two points clear of Arsenal

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      ITV NEWS presenter Rageh Omaar has divided opinions with his Premier League title race comment live on air.The host let slip his football loyalties following Thursday’s top-flight action.ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar angered fans with his title race commentsCredit: ITVLiverpool are currently two points clear of Arsenal at the top of the Premier LeagueCredit: APLiverpool beat Sheffield United to return to the top of the table and are now two points ahead of Arsenal.The Gunners had leapfrogged their title rivals with a home win over Luton on Wednesday.Reporting on Liverpool’s win, Omaar said: “To sport now and the tussle for the Premier League title is still as close as anything after Liverpool returned to the top of the table.”They beat bottom club Sheffield United 3-1. Alexis Mac Allister got the goal that turned the game, so Liverpool are, regrettably, two points clear of Arsenal.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJurgen Klopp’s side are also three points ahead of third placed Manchester City with eight matches remaining.However, Arsenal fan Omaar’s comments were met with criticism on social media.One supporter wrote: “Wow, that is shameful.”Another added: “Oh I’m sorry, I forgot it was the Arsenal news at 10.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOthers defended the presenter, though, with a third fan commenting: “Lol it’s just a bit of banter. Rageh Omaar is a well-known Arsenal fan.”Arsenal can once again return to the summit as they visit Brighton on Saturday evening.Mikel Arteta talks to the media after Arsenal cruise to 2-0 win over Luton Meanwhile, Liverpool are not in action until their trip to face Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday.Reigning champions City could also go top temporarily when they play Crystal Palace in Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off. More

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      ITVX announce major sporting broadcast change with top football league to be shown

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      SERIE A matches will be shown live on ITVX until the end of the season.The free-to-air broadcaster has confirmed that a deal has been struck to show one match from Italy’s top-flight each weekend until the end of the season.Fans will be able to watch top action from Serie A on free-to-air tellyCredit: GettyThe Saturday night match kicking off at 7:45pm UK time will now be made available on ITV’s streaming platform.Their offering will begin this weekend and eight matches will be shown in total.The first Serie A game to be shown on terrestrial TV this season will be Empoli’s clash with Torino.Further matches confirmed for the Saturday 7:45pm slot include Bologna vs Monza and Verona vs Udinese.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans will then hope to get a glimpse of the likes of AC Milan, Inter or Juventus as the season nears its conclusion.Serie A is the second major European league to be shown live on ITV this season, with LaLiga games also being broadcast.They have also shown live FA Cup games, EFL highlights and England Women’s games, while they will broadcast Euro 2024 alongside the BBC.Italian football gained a cult following in the UK when it was previously shown on terrestrial telly.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBetween 1992 and 2002, Serie A was shown on Channel 4 on their popular Football Italia programme.The rights subsequently moved to Eurosport in 2002, before heading to Setanta Sports and Bravo in 2004.Watch as Roy Keane left devastated in rare footage after Man Utd’s 1999 Champions League semi-final against JuventusIt returned to terrestrial TV with Channel 5 for the 2007-08 season before moving to ESPN.Serie A’s full rights are now owned by TNT Sports, who broadcast all matches outside of the 3pm blackout.Serie A matches on ITVXThree of ITV’s eight Serie A matches have already been confirmed
      Saturday 6 April19:45 Empoli vs Torino
      Saturday 13 April19:45 Bologna vs Monza
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      Loved-up Laura Woods kisses boyfriend Adam Collard while lying in bikini on beach in Mexico

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      LAURA WOODS was seen enjoying an exotic getaway with Love Island boyfriend Adam Collard. The sports presenter has used the international break to enjoy some time in the sun.Laura Woods planted a kiss on boyfriend Adam Collard’s cheek during a holiday togetherCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura and Adam are enjoying a trip to MexicoCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardThe couple started dating last AutumnCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardTaking to Instagram, Laura – who celebrated a Sports Journalism award for ITV’s coverage of the Women’s World Cup this week – shared snaps of the scenic view.One pic showed a stunning sandy beach overlooking the sea, revealed to be the serene Tulum Beach in Mexico.Laura, 36, shared a couple of snaps of the food she was enjoying on the break, a world away from the grub that would be served up at most football stadiums.The award-winning presenter then shared a picture of her planting a kiss on the cheek of former Love Island star Collard. READ MORE ON LAURA WOODSCollard, 28, also shared his own snaps of the holiday to his Instagram page. As well as showing off the food and scenery they were enjoying, he also shared a video of himself running along the beach and a few more loved-up snaps with Woods. Reacting to the post, one fan said: “Looks amazing mate. Lovely shots of you both.”A second said: “Gorgeous couple.” Most read in FootballAdam shared snaps of the location they were staying inCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardTheir getaway was the serene Tulum BeachCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyA third said: “It’s good to see you both happy.”Another added: “Just retire. you win.”Laura Woods threatens to walk out of live TV interview with Bukayo Saka after reaction to Rio Ferdinand and Martin Keown Laura and Adam started dating in October last year after The Sun revealed the pair had been on a string of dates. Laura shared snaps of her foodCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThey were seen enjoying yummy tacos on the beachCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThere were also some fruity optionsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyInside Laura Woods’ glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter…Laura is the new face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverageLaura regularly hosts DAZN’s boxing coverage as wellCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyShe has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura presented coverage of Anthony Joshua’s bout with Jermaine FranklinCredit: RexShe has become TNT Sports’ main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: GettyLaura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: InstagramLaura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: InstagramThe presenter is ITV’s host for Lionesses coverageCredit: GettyShe also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: InstagramWoods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: InstagramShe loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura has an enviable lifestyle and fans regularly go wild for her outfitsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More

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      Jurgen Klopp rocks up at seaside village where iconic ITV show was filmed and leaves restaurant staff stunned

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      JURGEN KLOPP shocked restaurant diners with a surprise visit to Cornwall this week during the international break.The German was reeling on Sunday when his Liverpool side were dumped out of the FA Cup by Manchester United.Jurgen Klopp used the international break to head to the Cornish coastCredit: AlamyHe made a surprise appearance at the Mote Seafood Restaurant and BarCredit: The Mote Seafood Restaurant and BarKlopp even stormed out of an interview due to a “dumb question” following the 4-3 thriller at Old Trafford.His opposite number Erik ten Hag headed to his favourite Italian eatery to celebrate that victory afterwards.However, 24 hours later, Klopp and a group of ten companions were 317 miles away from Anfield surprising guests and staff at The Mote Seafood Restaurant and Bar in Port Isaac – the Cornish village where hit ITV show Doc Martin was filmed.The soon-to-be departing Liverpool boss was spotted outside the establishment by an excited kitchen porter, who asked for a photo.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLEven though they had no reservations, the former Borussia Dortmund chief and his group impulsively opted to go in and sample the delights on offer inside.Lindsay McAsey, the restaurant’s general manager, told Devon Live: “We just looked out the door and saw him and a big group. We went out with the kitchen porter who is a big Liverpool fan and wanted a photo with him.“They were just looking around the harbour and suddenly pointed and said they would eat here.“I wouldn’t have personally recognised him even though I’ve seen him on the telly a lot but loads of other people knew it was him.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERDespite it being their night off, the head chef soon sprung into action after Klopp requested a table for dinner as word of his visit soon spread.Lindsay said: “I was a bit concerned at one point because people were coming in all the time to see him as word got around the village but he literally went out to everybody.’I have a real sneaky feeling,’ says smiling Man Utd legend as he tips Klopp for stunning Liverpool return in two years“That was really nice. There were no airs and graces and he was happy to do that for them.“He said ‘this is my job’ and respect to him really for that, and to be fair the whole group were really respectful.“You wouldn’t have known they were anything special, they were just like everybody people.“They were just a lovely bunch and because they hadn’t booked anywhere they said we’d saved their evening but they made ours too. I’m glad he chose us.”Klopp is currently preparing to leave Liverpool this summer and has already secured the Carabao Cup in his final season.Now he hopes to sign off after a packed final few months with a treble by leading the Reds to Europa League and Premier League title glory.Here is the menu that was on offer to Klopp and his groupCredit: The-Mote.co.ukKlopp visited the beautiful village of Port IsaacCredit: GettyHit ITV show Doc Martin was filmed in the seaside townCredit: ITV More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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      ITV viewing figures revealed for Man Utd vs Liverpool as Mark Pougatch says ‘brilliant game deserved huge number’

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      THE viewing figures for Manchester United’s FA Cup quarter-final clash with Liverpool have been revealed.A peak of 8.4 million fans tuned in to ITV to watch the two rivals go head-to-head on Sunday.Over 8million people watched Man Utd vs LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe Red Devils beat Liverpool to progress to the quarter-finalsCredit: GettyThat makes it the most-watched FA Cup match this season, surpassing Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Arsenal which was viewed by 7.6million fans on BBC One.It also drew the biggest television audience of the year so far across all channels and the biggest audience for an FA Cup Quarter-final since 2018.Presenter Mark Pougatch wrote on X: “Peak of 8.4 million of you watched the pulsating Manchester United-Liverpool Quarter Final. A brilliant game deserved that huge number.”The Red Devils clinched a dramatic 4-3 win over Liverpool at Old Trafford.Read More on the FA CupScott McTominay broke the deadlock just 10 minutes into the match but two goals in quick succession from Alexis Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah saw Liverpool take the lead on the verge of half-time.Antony fired United level in the 87th minute, forcing the match to extra time when Marcus Rashford cancelled out a Harvey Elliot strike.Amad Diallo then secured a last-gasp winner with just seconds left to play.Following the match Man Utd were drawn to face Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley.Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, some fans were convinced that the draw was “fixed”.The viewers watching on ITV had not been told beforehand which number related to which team and the casual vibe was a far cry away from most draws.Teams were also drawn directly out of the velvet bag rather than first being placed in a pot, as is traditionally the case.One fan said: “This is the most fixed FA Cup draw I’ve ever seen. So unprofessional.”Roy Keane ‘spitting feathers’ in furious rant about Man Utd stars as he blasts ‘criminal’ decisionAnother commented: “Draw for FA Cup is a fix! Didn’t say who had what number firstly.”While a third added: “Since when have we ever had an FA Cup draw without it being announced who was each number beforehand?”United’s local rivals Manchester City were drawn to face Chelsea in the other semi-final. More