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      FA Cup first round TV games revealed as BBC and ITV choose NOT to show MK Dons vs AFC Wimbledon

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      FIVE of the FA Cup first-round fixtures have been selected for TV – but a huge derby has been omitted.The BBC and ITV have selected their picks to broadcast with the competition’s games scheduled for November.The FA cup first-round picks for TV coverage have been madeCredit: The FA – Getty ImagesThe first game to be shown on TV will be Tamworth’s clash against Championship outfit Huddersfield Town.The fixture will be shown on BBC 2 at 7.45pm on November 1.The other four ties that will be broadcast include Northampton’s match-up against Kettering Town on November 2.Sutton United will face Birmingham City on November 3, which will be on ITV 1 at 12.30pm.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHarrogate will host Wrexham on the same date but in the 3.30pm slot on ITV X.The final televised match will be Chesham’s attempt to cause an upset against League One Lincoln City on ITV 4.However, fans are fuming that the rival match between MK Dons and AFC Wimbledon has not been selected for coverage.One posted: “No MK Dons vs AFC Wimbledon.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “How do you consistently manage to get it so wrong?”A third commented: “Can’t believe Birmingham and Wrexham are on TV!!! Plenty of better games missed… again!!!!” Non-league club’s stadium underwater as thunderstorms wreak havoc with entire pitch engulfed in flood waterFA Cup first-round drawHere is the FA Cup first round proper in full…Rotherham vs CheltenhamBarrow vs DoncasterWorthing vs MorecambeBoreham Wood vs Leyton OrientExeter vs BarnetCarlisle vs WiganTamworth vs HuddersfieldHartlepool/Brackley vs BraintreeCurzon Ashton vs MansfieldWycombe vs YorkBradford vs AldershotHednesford/Gateshead vs Gainsborough/BostonBurton vs ScarboroughTranmere vs OldhamRochdale vs BromleyWalsall vs BoltonGrimsby vs WealdstoneBristol Rovers vs Weston-super-MareMK Dons vs AFC WimbledonAltrincham/Solihull Moors vs MaidstoneStockport vs Forest GreenReading vs FleetwoodStevenage vs GuiseleyNorthampton vs KetteringRushall/Peterborough Sports vs AccringtonSwindon vs ColchesterSalford vs ShrewsburyCrewe vs Dagenham & RedbridgePort Vale vs BarnsleyChesham vs LincolnChesterfield vs HorshamSouthend vs CharltonNotts County vs AlfretonTaunton/Maidenhead vs CrawleyHarrogate vs WrexhamWoking vs CambridgeGillingham vs BlackpoolTonbridge Angels vs HarboroughSutton vs BirminghamNewport vs PeterboroughA fourth asked: “Who picks these things? Why not Bristol Rovers vs Weston-super-Mare? AFC Wimbledon vs MK Dons?”A fifth said: “Wow no Dons v Dons.”A sixth fumed: “Harrogate vs Wrexham is a real stinker.”Another added: “So the tie of the round AFC Dons v MK is being ignored.”MK Dons and Wimbledon have had bad blood since the formation of of the former in 2002.The owners of the original Wimbledon FC moved the side to Buckinghamshire and changed the name.This led furious supporters of the club to form AFC Wimbledon, which has worked itself up from non-league to the professional game.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Ian Wright and Roy Keane pay tribute to George Baldock on ITV as Arsenal legend opens up on working with tragic star

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      IAN WRIGHT and Roy Keane paid an emotional tribute to George Baldock live on ITV ahead of England’s match against Greece.Former Sheffield United star Baldock was tragically found dead aged 31 in his swimming pool at his home in Glyfada, Athens yesterday.George Baldock was yesterday found dead at his Athens homeCredit: AFPThe ITV panel paid tribute to BaldockCredit: ITVIan Wright worked with Baldock at MK DonsCredit: ITVRoy Keane also spoke about the late star’s tragic passingCredit: ITVBuckingham-born Baldock qualified to play for Greece via his grandmother, and earned 12 caps for them after debuting in 2022.Ahead of Thursday’s game between England and Greece at Wembley, Wright and Keane had words of respect for the late former full-back.Wright, 60, worked with Baldock while working as a first-team coach at MK Dons under Karl Robinson.On Baldock’s tragic death, Wright said: “Terrible news, shocking news. In this time you cannot help but think about his friends and family, family obviously.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It was devastating news. I spoke to Karl Robinson last night, he was devastated.”Asked what sort of character Baldock was, Wright said: “Hard-working, determined.”Obviously like you mentioned it was down at MK Dons and he was somebody you always thought, the way he applied himself, he was probably going to go to where he wanted to get to, the Premier League.”And he did. Like I say, I’m very sorry and all my condolences go to his family.”Most read in FootballGreece stars hold up Baldock’s No2 shirt in tributeCredit: PAWembley mourned Baldock ahead of kick-offCredit: PABaldock played for Sheffield United for seven years before joining Greek side Panathinaikos in the summer.He featured for the Athens side against Olympiakos on Sunday.George Baldock cops probe if ANOTHER person was involved in star’s death after finding pool cluesOn how hard it would be for England and Greece stars that knew Baldock, Keane added: “It will be. It’ll be a big shock to the players of course.”I remember watching a lot of him at Sheffield United, very tenacious, played with huge energy and was always up for a battle.”But the players will have to react, they’re professional. And they’ll have to go out and try to put on a good performance for him.”George Baldock career statsGeorge Baldock has tragically died aged 312009-2017 – MK Dons 125 games (2 goals)2011 – Tamworth (loan) 3 (0)2012 – IBV (loan) 18 (1)2012 – Tamworth (loan) 15 (1)2015-16 – Oxford United (loan) 47 (3)2017-2024 – Sheffield United 219 (6)2024 – Panathinaikos 4 (0)Ahead of the game, players and fans took part in a minute’s silence at Wembley.A request from Greece for both teams to wear black armbands in Baldock’s honour was granted by Uefa.The former Blades star had played for Greece as recently as March.According to Greek media, Baldock was found by the owner of his property after his wife, still based in England, had raised an alarm having being unable to contact him.He was later found dead, with an initial autopsy confirming he had drowned.Several prominent figures within football have paid tribute to Baldock, including Harry Maguire and Dele Alli, as well as his former clubs.’HEARTBROKEN’His family also released a statement, which read: “We are heartbroken with the sudden passing of our beloved George.”You were the most special father, fiance, son, brother, uncle, friend, teammate and person.”Your enthusiasm and infectious personality brought so much love to those that were fortunate enough to know you and those that adored you from the stands.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We will forever cherish the special memories we have of you and you will continue to live on in your beautiful son.”You were due to fly home today for us to celebrate his first birthday together, but instead we mourn your loss.”Dominating Mbappe, Premier League Iron Man, promotion hero: A tribute to George BaldockBy Kostas Lianos, Digital Sports ReporterIT was back in 2019 when Greece legend Vasilis Torosidis – the heir to Euro 2004 hero Giourkas Seitaridis – retired from international duty after 101 caps.A giant void was left behind at right-back, many talented players tried to step up – and none of them could fill those big boots.But, soon enough, I started to hear whispers about a Premier League ace with Greek heritage who’s a starter week-in and week-out…That was none other than George Baldock, born in Buckingham on March 9, 1993, to English parents but qualified for Greece through his grandmother.And what a season he was having. The right-back starred for Sheffield United as they surprised the Prem in the 2019-20 campaign – their first in 12 years – by finishing in the top half of the table.Baldock was among their standout players as he registered a staggering 3,420 minutes played – the joint highest along with the likes of Declan Rice and Virgil van Dijk.The defender was keen to make the big step to the international stage with his grandmother’s homeland – and it didn’t take long until he shook hands with the Greek football federation (EPO) chiefs.However, a long and arduous paperwork slog stood in the way – with the then Sheffield United star claiming Covid-19 and Brexit slowed things down.Greece finally got the right-back they were begging for for years as Baldock made his debut on June 2, 2022 in a Nations League clash at Northern Ireland as a late substitute.It didn’t take long until the English-born ace owned the right flank at the back and impressive performances followed.Perhaps none compare to the Euro 2024 qualifier against France in June 2023 when Baldock did the unthinkable and kept Kylian Mbappe quiet for 104 MINUTES, despite being injured and playing through “unimaginable” pain.I still remember speaking to then-Greece manager Gus Poyet about his player’s stunning performance, and I will never forget the big smile the Chelsea legend had on his face.Poyet reminded me of a proud father as he took me through the injury hell the full-back endured before squaring up against perhaps the world’s best player for his country.A beaming Poyet told me: “Against the Republic of Ireland [three days beforehand] – and now that it is finished I can say it – after 20 minutes he had a very bad twist in his ankle, very bad. He was very close to come out. I asked him, ‘Can you hold until half-time?'”At half-time his ankle was very, very swollen. He asked for a strapping and he asked me for five minutes. Give me five minutes and we’ll let you know. And he had an unbelievable second half running up and down and being outstanding.”You don’t imagine the ankle after the game. You don’t imagine the ankle the day after, after the flight to France. Black and blue – swollen. And a day-and-a-half later you need to play against Mbappe.”Ninety per cent of people will think, no chance. And I keep talking to him, individually. And he keeps saying to me, ‘Coach I’m gonna be there no worries’.”And he didn’t play 20 minutes, he didn’t play 60 minutes, he played 104 minutes because the referee gave 14 minutes of injury time against Mbappe.”It’s easy to understand how loyal Baldock was to every team he ever played for during his 15-year career, just by looking at his stats.The Greek ace started his career at MK Dons in 2009 where he amassed a staggering 125 appearances throughout an eight-year stint that also saw him playing on loan for Northampton Town, Tamworth, IBV and Oxford United.The defender joined Sheffield United in 2017 and registered a whopping 219 appearances in seven years that also saw him helping his team achieve two Premier League promotions.Baldock’s work ethic and commitment was no different in Greece as he proudly stated two years ago: “To play for the national side is a great honour and a lot of pride involved for me and my family.”Representing my country through my late grandmother, it’s a very proud moment for me and my family. I love the country and I will fight for every success”Baldock never played for England at any level, but he always competed like a lion and he proved it on Sunday in his last ever match when he started for Panathinaikos, whom he joined in the summer, against eternal rivals Olympiacos in perhaps the most intense derby in Europe.He served his team with honour as he helped them pick up a valuable point in a goalless draw against their in-form foes, who had just played their best game of the season with a 3-0 win over Braga in the Europa League a few days earlier.He only managed 12 caps for Greece before his sudden and tragic death at the age of 31 on Wednesday in Athens.But his fighting spirit and charisma at right-back with the white and blue, as well as his remarkable run in the Premier League and the Championship, show that he is leaving a legacy behind for many Greek and English fans to look up to. More

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      Watch moment Tommy Fury leaves Cat Deeley stunned with size of his fist live on This Morning

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      TOMMY FURY left Cat Deeley stunned at the size of his fist during an interview on Good Morning Britain. The unbeaten boxer required hand surgery after his controversial win over social media sensation KSI in October. Tommy Fury left Cat Deeley stunned at the size of his fist during on GMBFury needed surgery on his left handAnd Fury is back training after recovering from the injury – but his previously battered left hand is still showing signs of swelling. The 2019 Love Islander showed off his two money-makers with his right hand looking significantly smaller than the left. And Fury, 25, said: “I’d like to get out in December, January – anywhere around that time.”My knuckle’s been out of action for a long nine months. As you can see, it’s still massive there.”READ MORE IN BOXINGPresenter Cat was shocked and laughed: “Look at the size of it though!”Fury last year beat YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul, 25, and KSI, 31. He took a split-decision over Paul in Saudi Arabia after years of feuding and beat KSI via disputed decision seven months later. But Fury revealed he was plagued by a hand injury to his left – but is now raring to go after having it fixed. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “The surgeon did a great job and I’m back using my hand and fighting fit so it’s just about getting back into the ring and taking more shots, getting back into the role of being a fighter. “I’ve been out for a long time so I just need to get back in the ring, get some rounds underneath the belt and we can be in more big fights.”Tommy Fury in first TV interview since Molly Mae split as he releases bombshell bookFury has recently been hit with unwanted headlines following a public split with Molly-Mae Hague, who he met in the Love Island villa. The couple – who share one-year-old baby daughter Bambi – announced their shock split in August.And Fury was forced to deny cheating allegations – and admitted training has helped him during the dark period. He said: “I never take a day off from the gym. Training’s my life, training’s one of the things that’s helped me get through this tough time.”I love training still, it’s the only thing I know how to do. So, you stick to whatever you know.”Tommy Fury is back training for a boxing returnCredit: @tommyfury More

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      Champions League: Football fans over the moon after realising highlights after back on free-to-air TV

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      GLEEFUL football fans were chuffed to realise that Champions League highlights have returned to free-to-air TV.It’s been NINE years since Europe’s top competition left ITV and moved over to TNT Sport.Fans were thrilled to catch Duran’s late winner on free-to-air TV on the BBCAnalysis was provided on Real Madrid’s 1-0 loss to LilleCredit: RexMost football lovers believed it was travesty, with many unable or un- willing, to pay the £53.99 monthly subscription for TNT Sport.While live European matches have not returned to free TV, fans can tune into a Match of the Day-style show on the BBC for highlights of each round.A brief match-by-match highlight compilation is also available from 10pm on the BBC website as well.Both the show and online package can be viewed every Wednesday on a week of Champions League action.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAston Villa’s incredible 1-0 triumph over Bayern Munich at Villa Park was the first game to be shown this week.Emery’s men went ahead via super-sub Jhon Duran’s 79th minute audacious off-the-cuff lob.Liverpool also retained their 100 per cent record in the competition this season with a routine 2-0 win over Bologna with goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Mo Salah.And fans were thrilled to learn that they could catch all of the action for free.Most read in Champions LeagueJhon Duran scored a goal that will go down in Villa’s historyCredit: GettySalah scored a stunner to double Liverpool’s leadCredit: RexFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSOne wrote on X: “Champions League highlights on BBC is possibly the best thing ever.”A second said: “The show is quite a breath of fresh air. Really good sampled footage of the games.”Arsenal player ratings vs PSGA third said: “BBC iPlayer has got the Champions League highlights of you didn’t know!”Another wrote: “It died off when they took it off ITV. Hopefully bringing highlights to the BBC will be the start of the comeback but wishful thinking.”While another added: “Feels so strange watching Champions League games and analysis on the BBC. Thank god for that.”Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan seem to take turns hosting, alongside pundits Nedum Onuoha and German footballer Thomas Hitzlsperger.Fans were also pleased to see some fresh faces, with one writing: “It can’t always be likes of Micah Richards, Danny Murphy and Jamie Redknapp.” More

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      Laura Woods pays herself HUGE dividend sum to celebrate her move to ITV and TNT Sports

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      TELLY presenter Laura Woods paid herself a £400,000 dividend to celebrate her move to ITV and TNT Sports.The football and boxing host, 37, saw her earnings shoot up after she departed talkSPORT in June 2023.Laura Woods paid herself a £400,000 dividend to celebrate her move to ITV and TNT SportsCredit: GettyPaperwork from her company The Pig and I, which handles her TV cash, showed she paid herself the dividend — the equivalent of £35,000 a month.It is the first time she has paid herself anything since setting up the business in 2014.She also received an advance worth £512,292, according to company accounts which cover to the end of 2023.After giving herself the massive pay out, her firm still has assets of £635,247, including £460,501 cash in the bank.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe is said to have earned £250,000 a year at TalkSPORT and is rumoured to have had a huge pay rise on her move to TNT Sports.The Arsenal fan worked her way to the top by starting as a runner on Sky Sports. Laura, who is engaged to former Love Island star Adam Collard, 28, announced in July that she was pregnant with her first child.Inside Adam Collard and Laura Woods’ romantic engagement as Love Island star gets down on one knee at five star hotel in Cornwall More

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      Fuming Roy Keane swears live on ITV in rant about the FAI as he leaves Ian Wright in stitches

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      ROY KEANE slammed Ireland’s Football Association in an X-rated rant on ITV.Ireland hosted Home Nations rivals England at the Aviva Stadium and were 2-0 down at half-time.Roy Keane was left fuming with the state of the FAICredit: PAThe Irishman let rip as Ireland saw themselves on the wrong end of a 2-0 scoreline at half-timeThe break offered the Boys in Green some much needed respite and Keane the chance to jump on their misery by firing shots.Speaking at half-time, Keane said: “There’s a lot of good people in the FAI.”But the people who are making the decisions probably couldn’t organise a p** up in a brewery.”Leaving presenter Mark Pougatch and fellow pundit Ian Wright in hysterical laughter, Pougatch replied “that’s one way to put it!”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSGoals from none other than Declan Rice and Jack Grealish put the Three Lions in cruise control before the break.Rice and Grealish were met with utter contempt by booing Ireland fans, who signalled banners captioned with: “The snakes are back!”The goalscorers switched allegiance from Ireland to England, after Rice earned three senior Irish caps and Grealish played six U21 games.Keane, of course, was linked with the Irish vacancy back in the winter and reportedly was interviewed for the role.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSJust three months ago speaking on Gary Neville’s Stick To Football show, Keane said: “I liked the dynamics and the flow of international football.”It wasn’t 24 hours a day, but still working at a high level. Lots of people and clubs I have spoken to over the years are just wasting your time.”Roy Keane’s Biggest TV Rants Keane also weighed in on the Lee Carsley’s anthem-row before kick-off, saying: “Welcome to reality”.Speaking ahead of the match, Carsley revealed he would not be joining in with players and fans singing “God Save the King.”The ex-England U21 boss, who was born in Birmingham, made 40 senior appearances for Ireland through his Irish grandmother.Keane meanwhile was last involved with Ireland as assistant manager with Martin O’Neill from 2013-18.Many Irish fans are split on the former Manchester United captain.The tough non-nonsense Corkman historically left Ireland’s camp during the 2002 after a bust-up with manager Mick McCarthy.Keane had given a newspaper interview in which he criticised the team’s training facilities, including the “rock hard” pitch and missing equipment.READ MORE SUN STORIESKeane, who was one of Ireland’s key players at the time, stated that he would not play again for his country under McCarthy.Ireland would go on to crash out of the Round of 16 after losing a penalty shootout to Spain.Lee Carsley’s first senior England squad More

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      Watch bizarre moment Chris Eubank Jr pummels Ed Balls with punches live on Good Morning Britain

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR was taken the distance by TV host Ed Balls after a bizarre Good Morning Britain challenge. Eubank – son of the brilliant Chris Sr – was on the day show to discuss his return bout on October 12 in Saudi Arabia.Chris Eubank Jr gives Ed Balls a barrage of body punchesCredit: RexBalls made it to the final bell amid the body assaultCredit: RexBut first, he was tasked with leathering former politician Balls with body shots for 20 seconds straight. Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Balls, 57 was wearing a padded belt for his safety, and the show’s medic was on standby.Co presenter Susanna Reid, 53, said: “We should say we have our medic Phil on standby if Ed needs any sort of support.”As the boxer started punching the TV host, Susanna looked shocked and said: “Oh my goodness. Go gentler.”READ MORE IN BOXINGEubank, 34, replied: “I’m trying not to go too low.”Eubank appeared to pull his punches as Balls winced in pain but miraculously he stayed on his feet and took the punishment until the final bell.The former WBA world champion told the ITV host he was very impressed with how he took the punches.And Susanna joked the belt looked as though it was rather low.Most read in BoxingEd replied: “I kept pushing it down, I kept thinking, ‘get it lower, get it lower’. I was slightly worried I might have to change my surname.”Eubank admitted he didn’t hit as hard as possible, saying: “I mean, I’m not going to kill the guy on national TV.”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBalls said afterwards: “I can’t speak very well at the moment.”Susanna joked: “It’s almost as if you’ve just been punched and winded.”When the programme returned from an advert break, Ed appeared to have recovered himself. Eubank has not boxed since his rematch victory over Liam Smith, 35, last September. Susanna Reid laughs as her co-host takes a beatingCredit: RexChris Eubank Jr is due to fight next monthCredit: RexAwkward moment Daniel Dubois tells Eddie Hearn to ‘calm down’ before Anthony Joshua threatens rival with chairSo it will be over one year out the ring by the time he returns against Pole Kamil Szeremeta, 34, in Riyadh. Eubank said: “This is a very important fight for me to get back in the swing of things, 34-years-old, 35 next month, no this month September. “So this is kind of, we’re coming into the final chapter, my last three or four years in the game. “I’ve got to make a statement, I’ve got to go out there and perform and win these big fights each and every time now because these are like my legacy fights. What people remember me for.”Eubank was linked with a mega-fight against Canelo Alvarez, 34, and also a rematch with Billy Joe Saunders, 35. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut asked if he can beat Szeremeta, he said: “Absolutely. He’s a tough opponent from Poland he is the type of guy that is perfect for a guy who’s been out the ring for a year, come back. “He’s a tough guy, he’s got a great record I think he’s got 24 wins, two losses. Yeah, I’m excited.” More

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      Sven-Goran Eriksson’s ex Nancy Dell’Olio breaks down in tears live on GMB as she recalls final conversation

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      SVEN-GORAN ERIKSSON’s ex-partner Nancy Dell’Olio broke down in tears on live TV after recalling her last conversation with him.The former England manager tragically died aged 76 earlier this week after suffering from terminal pancreatic cancer.Nancy Dell’Olio broke down in tears when talking about her ex Sven-Goran ErikssonCredit: GMBShe was talking about her last conversation with Eriksson when she started to cryCredit: GMBThe pair dated between 1997 and 2007Credit: GettyEriksson passed away from pancreatic cancer this weekCredit: Instagram @nancydellolioHe revealed his diagnosis in January this yearCredit: Amazon PrimeNancy, 63, dated Eriksson for ten years before they split in 2007.She appeared on Good Morning Britain and could not hold back the tears as she revealed her final conversation with the Swede.She said on GMB: “I just said he was trying to put in the effort to say that he was fine on the phone because most of the time he was not answering or at treatment.“I never thought that he was about to die.READ MORE ON SVEN“I always believed there would be some sort of miracle.“I’m sorry.”GMB presenter Richard Madeley apologised to Nancy as she lost her words and ended the interview.Nancy admitted that she remained in contact with Eriksson during his illness.Most read in FootballShe insisted that he would always sound “relaxed” and “laughing” as he would try to calm her worries.She said: “It was hard, but he sounded so relaxed and we were laughing and he would just say ‘I feel okay’.Sven-Goran Eriksson filmed his heartbreaking final goodbye alone – and his emotional message left film crew in tearsSVEN’S AMAZING CAREER1977 – Having played football professionally in Sweden, Sven-Goran Eriksson kicked off his managerial career with Swedish side Degerfors.2000 – He guided Lazio to the Serie A title to become one of the hottest coaches in the world.2001 – Following the resignation of Kevin Keegan, he was appointed England’s next permanent manager in February 2001. He oversaw 66 games with the Three Lions, winning 39 and losing just 12.2002 – Eriksson led England to the 2002 World Cup with the likes of Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes and David Beckham in his squad. The Three Lions were knocked out in the quarter-finals.2004 – The legendary manager also led the Three Lions to Euro 2004, but they were knocked out of the quarter-finals to Portugal.2006 – Eriksson led England to another World Cup, his final tournament in charge, before resigning.2007 – The Swede took charge of Manchester City a year after leaving the England job and oversaw 45 games.2010 – Having coached Mexico, Ivory Coast and Notts County after parting ways with Man City, Erikson took charge of Leicester and saved them from relegation. Following his time with the Foxes he went on to manage China and Philippines.2024 – In January 2024, Eriksson announced he had been diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. Three months later, he fulfilled a lifelong dream of managing Liverpool in a legends match at Anfield, before passing away in August.Their relationship ended in 2007Credit: Instagram @nancydellolioNancy left husband Giancarlo Massa to be with ErikssonCredit: Instagram @nancydellolioShe shared some unseen photos of them together after he diedCredit: Instagram @nancydellolioNancy and Eriksson were never marriedCredit: PA“It was quite difficult to even be talking but I tried to be fearless and see how he was.“I wanted to get together for another dinner.”After Eriksson’s death, Nancy shared some unseen photos of herself with him during their time together.During her appearance on the breakfast show, Nancy also admitted that she still loved Eriksson and that he was a “kind person”.She added: “I find it difficult being here talking about Sven knowing that he is not here with us anymore.“He was loveable, when you love someone you will love them forever.“He was a very kind person. He is more reserved and that is why the opposite always got attention.“We connected he would say when he saw me the first time that he thought I was the one.“For me, it was not the same as I was married, and it happened months later.”The Italian beauty was married to Giancarlo Massa when she first met Eriksson but left the relationship to be with the manager.The couple never tied the knot, but Nancy has lovingly referred to her former lover as her “ex-husband”.Their romance suffered controversy when it emerged that he had a four-month romance with fellow Swedish celebrity Ulrika Jonsson in 2002.Two years later, Eriksson strayed again, having an affair with Football Association secretary Faria Alam, which prompted an FA scandal.In an interview in 2018, Eriksson said the high-profile of his love life took its toll.Eriksson was previously married to Ann-Christine Pettersson before his relationship with Nancy.They were married between 1977 and 1994.Sven said his marriage came to an end due to him having an affair with Graziella Mancinelli.Eriksson revealed his pancreatic cancer diagnosis in January earlier this year.Doctors initially gave Eriksson – who managed the Three Lions for five years and three tournaments – “about a year” to live.He received the crushing blow following tests after he woke up feeling dizzy.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn the months before his death, the 76-year-old saw his life chronicled in a documentary for Amazon Prime Video.Sven gave a final message to former players, coaches and supporters after speaking openly about his affairs and life in the film. Eriksson managed England between 2001 and 2006Credit: GettyHe led the Three Lions to quarter-finals in two World Cups and a EurosCredit: PA”Sven was a good coach… better than he seems, says SunSport experts”SunSport’s Shaun Custis and Martin Lipton discussed Sven-Goran Eriksson’s England legacy following his death aged 76.Custis: “He was the most polite, civil manager I’ve ever dealt with in my life.”Lipton: “There are many managers who are prone to paroxysms of aggravation and screaming matches.”You can’t imagine Sven ever raising his voice, let alone having a row with someone. He was a gentle man and a gentleman throughout his dealings with us certainly. And I think that always came across from the very outset.”He was clearly a quite calm, unflappable character and he wasn’t going to let anything perturb him no matter what it was. No matter what questions were thrown at him, no matter what stick he got. He had this veneer of utter tranquillity.”Custis: “There was a lot of mystery to him. You weren’t reading things about him every two minutes online as you would do now but he came in and he got off to a great start with that 3-0 win over Spain.”Lipton: “He just loved being around football, didn’t he that was the thing.”He didn’t want to give it up… He actually, genuinely loved being around football players, being a manager and all the trappings of that and just being important. Because he enjoyed being Sven-Goran Eriksson – football manager.”Lipton: “He brought back a belief in the England team in that period, he gave us a night we’ll never forget and oversaw the real change in the culture of English football in that it became more celebrity in many ways.”The players became bigger than they’d ever been and he managed to keep that under a degree of wraps… He was a better manager than I thought he was at the time.” More