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      Football fans say ‘what a Saturday’ after finding out who is presenting ITV’s coverage of FA Cup

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      FOOTBALL fans were delighted to find out that Laura Woods was presenting today’s FA Cup coverage.The ITV and TNT Sport presenter will be talking viewers through Saturday’s early kick off from the FA Cup quarter-finals.Laura Woods is presenting the action form Molineux todayCredit: GettyShe is presenting alongside Eni Aluko and Joleon LescottCredit: ITVThat sees Wolves hosting Coventry at Molineux for the 12.15pm kick off.Coventry are the last Championship team left in the competition and will be desperate to make it to Wembley.Laura was joined in the Midlands by pundits Eni Aluko and Joleon Lescott.Upon realising that Woods was on commentary duty, one Wolves fan wrote on X: “Laura Woods presenting. What a Saturday.”READ MORE ON LAURA WOODSThere was a slightly awkward moment for Laura as she interviewed Gary O’Neil before the game.The presenter was flustered after offering her hand to O’Neil for a handshake.The Wolves manager then walked away, leaving her hanging.She then said: “Did I get pied there? Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I thought about retracting it! But it was too late.”One fan wrote in response to the pieing: “Quick save to be fair!”Another dropped a GIF that joked that Woods would be going back to have words with O’Neil after the game. More

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      Graeme Souness lands shock return to punditry after Sky Sports exit with Liverpool legend back on air this weekend

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      GRAEME SOUNESS is in line for a shock return to punditry this weekend.The Liverpool legend, 70, left Sky Sports last year after working with the broadcaster for 15 years.Souness will be returning as a pundit on ITVCredit: ITVAnd now he is set to return to viewers’ screens with ITV.The former midfielder will be offering his insights on Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United in the quarter-final of the FA Cup.He will be alongside Roy Keane, his former sparring partner at Sky Sports.The two memorably clashed at the 2022 Qatar World Cup over Argentina’s 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in their opening group stage game, which was also broadcast by ITV.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey disagreed over whether a penalty should have been awarded in the match with Souness saying it was “fact” and not a matter of “opinion” as to whether it should have been given.An angry Keane replied: “Well I’m here to give my opinion – that’s not a penalty.”The stakes will no doubt be raised due to Keane being a former Manchester United captain and Souness being ex-Liverpool skipper.The Scot has never formally retired from punditry and declared himself “still very much open for business” after he left Sky.Most read in FA CupCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL He most recently appeared on viewers’ screens for England’s clash with Scotland at Hampden Park last year, which England won 3-1.The fixture was played to mark the 150th anniversary of the first international fixture.Graeme Souness fights back tears as he announces emotional retirement on Sky Sports after 15 yearsIan Wright will also be part of the line-up, with Mark Pougatch presenting the action. More

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      Celebrity Big Brother star Nicola McLean backs our Footie For All Campaign to give clubs £1k funding boost

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      NICOLA McLean praises The Sun for ensuring every child can play football as we relaunch our Footie For All funding. In partnership with Tesco’s Stronger Starts campaign, we have another 150 grants to hand out to youth grass root football clubs across the UK. The reality star is delighted to see more girls playing football thanks to our grantCredit: Olivia WestNicola’s son Rocky, 13, had played for the boys devision of the clubCredit: Olivia WestWAG and Celebrity Big Brother star Nicola said: “Playing sport is something every child deserves to have access to, no matter what life is like at home. “Seeing the work of this grant from The Sun and Tesco in action is amazing, as all the girls here clearly love playing football. This cash makes sure they can keep getting training despite money being tight for everyone.  “I’m excited that women’s football is getting so much attention, and who knows, maybe one of the players here will represent England one day.”Her backing follows the support of Jarrod Bowen, Eric Dier, Raheem Sterling, and Gary Lineker. READ MORE ON FOOTIE FOR ALLLast year, we launched our Footie For All campaign to shine a light on how financial struggles were forcing kids to give up football.Figures showed that 94 per cent of grassroots clubs were concerned about the impact soaring costs were having on their membership, according to charity Sported.Our last round of funding saw £150,000 given to remarkable clubs, and we’ve been blown away by how much they do to help their community while ensuring everyone keeps playing the beautiful game. From starting up new teams, providing free places for low-income families children to replacing old and out of date equipment, the cash has been put to good use.Most read in FootballSo today we urge YOU to apply for one of our fantastic 150 Footie For All grants.The cash can be used in any way that encourages more children to take up the sport or improves access to the game.How to apply
      WE want to hear about YOUR club and the huge difference you make for kids in your community.
      If you are a not-for-profit grassroots football club in England, Wales or Scotland, working with youngsters under the age of 18, you could be eligible for one of our 150 grants.
      Funds can be used for anything that gets kids into the sport.
      Your club might need help with pitch fees or want to sponsor places for kids from low-income families.

      Entries close at midnight, April 30.

      Nicola has spent years ferrying her boys to grassroots training and knows how important it isCredit: Olivia WestIan Wright confirms plans for when season ends on Sky Sports after Carragher jokes ‘You’re on a Bosman this summer’Perhaps you are a local team that wants to offer parents help with membership fees.Maybe you need new kits or more pitch space to play on. Grants can also be used to help with transport or general running costs.Nicola, 42, has had first-hand experience of grassroots as both her boys have played for local clubs since they were four years old. She went to visit the girls division of Flackwell Heath Minors team to see how they are putting their grant to use getting more girls involved. During her visit to the Buckinghamshire club, she said: “I’ve loved seeing how this club has embraced the girls and made them feel as welcome and as good as the boys teams. They’re all amazing.”Footie favourites back Sun campaignPREM stars have queued up to praise our grassroots drive….
      PHIL FODEN
      Reddish Vulcans, Manchester City, England
      “Grass roots football is where it began for all of us. It brings happiness for so many people and it’s so important nothing gets in the way of everyone having that opportunity.”
      HARRY MAGUIRE
      Brunsmeer Athletic, Barnsley, Sheffield United, Hull City, Leicester City, Manchester United, England 
       “I SPENT my childhood with a ball at my feet. Playing with a team gives kids an outlet and a chance to learn discipline and to make friends with people they might not have met.”
      RAHEEM STERLING
      Alpha & Omega FC, QPR, Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea & England 
       “MY mentor got me into football to correct my behaviour. I found something I wanted to put my energy into. I fell in love with it – and I made friends for life.”
      JARROD BOWEN
      Leominster Miners, Hereford Utd, Hull City, West Ham & England
       “WE can’t let kids see their dream die simply because Mum or Dad can’t afford to pay for the subs, kit and travel. Football is for everyone.”
      JOHN STONES
      Penistone Church FC, Barnsley, Everton, Man City & England
      “PLAYING grassroots football as a kid with my friends for my local team was the first step into football for me, and I never looked back.
      “It played such an important part of my childhood and I’ll always be so grateful for the opportunity it provided for me and so many other children.
      “Grassroots football often provides a happy and safe environment for children to play, meet friends and learn new skills. If it wasn’t for that start I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to learn important life skills on and off the pitch while having fun with my mates.
      “It can give children something to look forward to, even when things may be difficult, and make such a positive impact for both parents and kids.”
      ERIC DIER
      “FOOTBALL is a lifeline for many. It encourages teamwork, discipline, friendship, improved health and wellbeing and a sense of community. I know kids will benefit from the game and all that comes with it.”

      She’s used to ferrying her boys to training sessions, as both Rocky, 13, and Striker, 18, have played football at a grassroots level.  Nicola said: “My youngest son Rocky played for Flackwell Heath. Grassroots football is majorly important. Both of my boys have done it, and it’s given them a sense of community, and it’s been a great way to make friends. “Kids also learn how to win and how to lose. They need to be taught both of those.“It’s a great thing to do and as many people who can be involved in grassroots football should be. It really shouldn’t come down to finances as to if a kid can play or not. All I can say to The Sun is thank you for helping us get girls playing football.Declan Breen, club chairman“It needs to be open to as many people as possible, and that is what The Sun’s grant ensures.”Nicola, who is married to former West Ham player Tom Williams, was told by coaches that the girls had improved in confidence and skills since playing with their own gender. Rocky now plays for Slough, and Striker is honing his skills at Beaconsfield. Thanks to our grant, the club has been able to rent more pitch spaces and boy more goals to see as many girls as possible playing with them.Flackwell Heath Minors chairman Declan Breen said: “The grant means we’re not restricted by money when it comes to provisions. “We’ve been able to rent more pitches and get goals, allowing more girls to play with us. READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s also helped cover the costs of one of our teams, too.“It’s been fantastic, so all I can say to The Sun is thank you for helping us get girls playing football.”Declan Breen told Nicola how much of a difference the grant is making to the clubCredit: Olivia WestShe reguarly watches her son Striker play matches with his local clubShe even took a turn at showing off her fancy footwork with the girlsCredit: Olivia West More

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      ‘Prem stars won’t know what’s hit them’, as wronged pair Lauryn Goodman & Rita Johal set for TV show about life of WAGS

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      FOOTIE’S Kyle Walker and Riyad Mahrez might want to dive behind the sofa — their exes are to star in a show about Wag life.Lauryn Goodman and Rita Johal had children with the aces before the relationships turned sour.Lauryn Goodman, who has two children with Man City ace Kyle Walker, is set to appear in an upcoming show about the life of WAGsCredit: GettyShe will be joined by Rita Johal, the ex of Al-Ahli player Riyad MahrezCredit: Nick Obank – The SunA source said: “Lauryn and Rita are on board for the docuseries. They have stories to tell and will be given free rein. “Both want to put their records straight. Kyle and Riyad won’t know what’s hit them when it airs.”Manchester City ace Kyle, 33, confirmed he’d fathered two children with Lauryn, also 33, earlier this year.Ex-teammate Riyad, now at Saudi team Al-Ahli, has two daughters with Rita.READ MORE ON WAGSBut he left her and moved on with model Taylor Ward.Rita previously told The Sun “fame went to his head” after joining Man City from Leicester.She said: “A footballer’s career is short-lived but they should remain loyal to those they care for, even when they have moved to a bigger club, because when it’s all over they will realise who’s truly there.”Kyle, who has three children with estranged wife Annie, confessed all about his affair with Lauryn to this newspaper.Most read in FootballSpeaking in January, Kyle said he hated himself for betraying her. He added: “What I’ve done is horrible and I take full responsibility. I made idiot choices and idiot decisions.Man City star Kyle Walker confesses to betraying ‘soulmate & best friend’ Annie Kilner in astonishingly honest interview“I can’t begin to think or imagine what Annie is going through.”Insiders on the new series confirmed other Wags have signed up to appear.They added: “ITV and streaming services are interested. Filming is due to start later this summer.”Kyle’s representatives reverted back to a previous statement which said: “Kyle has spoken fully and honestly about his mistakes and the true situation involving Lauryn.”He has instructed lawyers and will not be making any further comment on the wild and untrue stories she is promoting in the media in search of self publicity and financial gain.”Other than his two children with Lauryn, Walker has three children with estranged wife Annie KilnerCredit: Dan Charity – Commissioned by The SunRiyad has two daughters with Rita, but left her and moved on for model Taylor WardCredit: Getty More

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      Jurgen Klopp offered new job outside of management ahead of emotional Liverpool exit at end of season

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      JURGEN KLOPP is being lined up for a shock career change in his first job after leaving Liverpool, reports suggest.Klopp, 56, announced he would be leaving the Reds at the end of the season.Jurgen Klopp is being lined up by TV bosses for their Euro 2024 coverageCredit: GettyThey view the Liverpool boss as a must-watch featureCredit: AFPBut the German could now be in line for a move into punditry.National broadcaster bosses at BBC and ITV are eyeing Klopp for their punditry teams for coverage of Euro 2024.According to the Daily Mail, both are “desperate” to land the former Borussia Dortmund manager for his analysis of the tournament being held in his native Germany.They believe the Anfield boss would be a must-watch feature on their programmes, with BBC chiefs said to have been more aggressive in their approach.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, the Mail’s report adds the pair are set to be disappointed.Rather than immediately stepping into punditry when he leaves Liverpool following his nine-year spell in charge, Klopp will turn down the offers. It is claimed Klopp will attend the Euros, but will be attending as a football fan.He is said to have tickets for each of Germany’s first three group stage matches, starting with the tournament curtain raiser in Munich against Scotland on June 14.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Klopp said he wanted to take some time away from football when leaving Liverpool due to running out of energy.His farewell tour started out in dream fashion by winning the Carabao Cup against Chelsea in February.’I can’t wait until Klopp leaves’, shouts Gary Neville live on Sky Sports after Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final winKlopp has also hinted at the possibility of retirement, but admitted he was unsure on such a move.Although he said he will certainly never manage another club in England.He said: “If you ask me, ‘Will you ever work as a manager again?’ I would say now no.”But I don’t know obviously how that will feel because I never had the situation. “What I know definitely – I will never, ever manage a different club in England than Liverpool, 100 per cent. That’s not possible.”My love for this club, my respect for the people is too big. I couldn’t. I couldn’t for a second think about it. Xabi Alonso is perfect man for the jobBy Dan King
      XABI ALONSO ticks almost every box to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, and if Bayer Leverkusen don’t let their lead at the top of the Bundesliga slip the case for him to do so will be irresistible.
      The former Kop idol knows the club inside out after five seasons at Anfield and has made no secret of his enduring affection.
      Alonso has already forged a reputation as an innovative coach playing an attractive, pressing style, usually in a fluid 3-4-2-1 formation.
      He has taken Leverkusen from second bottom of the Bundesliga to seven-points clear at the top, putting them on course to be crowned German champions for the first time in their 120-year history.
      It’s worth remembering that both Rafa Benitez and Klopp arrived at Anfield with proof they could dethrone clubs who dominated their leagues.
      For Alonso to do the same, in only his second season as a top-flight manager, would mark him out as something special.
      It is that lack of long-term experience that would still make appointing him to replace Klopp a gamble.
      But otherwise, he looks like the perfect candidate as Liverpool are forced to plan a future without the man who made them champions of England, Europe and the world.

      “There’s no chance. This is part of my life, we are part of the family, we feel home here. There’s no chance to do that.”But all the rest, will I ever work again? Of course, I know myself, I cannot just sit around. I will find something else maybe to do.”But I will not manage a club or a country at least for a year, that’s not possible, I cannot do that and I don’t want to. That’s all.”A number of managers have been tipped as potential replacements for Klopp.Among these are Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorin and Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi.Klopp previously lifted the lid on how he told his wife Ulla about his decision.Klopp’s Liverpool record
      Played: 475
      Won: 291
      Drew: 105
      Lost: 79
      Trophies:
      1x Premier League
      1x Champions League
      1x FA Cup
      2x League Cup
      1x Uefa Super Cup
      1x Club World Cup

      He said: “I tried to describe it already, I had to explain it to Ulla clearly.”I tried to explain it with, I’m like a proper sports car – not the best one but a pretty good one, can still drive 160, 170, 180 mph but I’m the only one who sees the tank meter is going down.”The outside world doesn’t see that, that’s good, so you go until as long as we have to go, but then you need a break. In this case, you need to go to the petrol station.”That’s exactly what I know I have to do, but nobody has to worry until the end of this season, I know that I will be fine until then.”As for her reaction, he added: “I had to explain it, of course I had to. “It was not like, ‘Oh, thank God.’ You must not misunderstand. Not at all.READ MORE SUN STORIES”She asked me why and I explained it like I explain it now to you, with a few more maybe private details, but besides that it was pretty similar.”And obviously Ulla wants me to do well and be fine, and when she realised that I’m really clear about that – and she knows I don’t take these kind of things lightly – she is happy for me, that I’m happy with the decision. Because that’s the truth.”Klopp’s wife Ulla is supportive of his decision to step back from managementCredit: Rex More

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      Major broadcasting change to FA Cup with decision made between BBC and ITV after TNT Sports bought rights

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      THE BBC have retained the rights for live FA Cup matches until 2029, according to reports.But TNT Sports will replace ITV in showing fixtures from the 2025-26 season.A new four-year deal for the FA Cup TV rights has been struckCredit: GettyGary Lineker is the current host of the live BBC FA Cup coverageCredit: GettyTNT paid a whopping £264million last month to secure a four-year deal with The FA to become the main broadcaster of the famous cup competition.That left the BBC and ITV to battle it out for the secondary spot.And according to the Daily Mail, it is the Beeb who have come out on top.The new rights package will see the BBC show two FA Cup matches from each round up to the quarter-finals.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey will then get one of the two semi-finals and the final. In a further boost for fans, any FA Cup ties from the third round that do not kick off during the Saturday afternoon blackout will be televised live.Part of The FA’s recent contract with TNT stated that a certain number of matches per round needed to be available on free-to-air TV. And although they could have live-streamed on YouTube or used their Freeview channel Quest, they were open to striking a partnership with a major public broadcaster. Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIt is also reported that the BBC will continue to keep its Match of the Day highlights programme for the FA Cup. TNT will also show the Community Shield and FA Youth Cup final as part of the new deal. Fans can’t believe what Alan Shearer said about Man Utd live on BBC commentary during FA Cup win over Nottingham Forest The tournament – on terrestrial TV only from 2021 to 2025 – will return to a subscription channel following previous spells on BT Sport, Sky Sports, Setanta and ESPN. The BBC have the rights to two of the four FA Cup quarter-finals this month.Chelsea vs Leicester and Manchester City vs Newcastle will both be on the Beeb, with the ITV having Wolves’ clash with Coventry and the standout tie – Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United.The new FA Cup contract for the BBC comes after the broadcaster sealed a deal to show live Super League rugby league action on Saturday evenings. More

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      Unimpressed Man Utd legend Roy Keane says ‘good luck with that’ in blunt chat with ITV host ahead of FA Cup clash

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      ROY KEANE was unimpressed with Russell Martin’s approach at Anfield on Wednesday.The Southampton boss took his side to Merseyside for their FA Cup fifth round clash with Liverpool.Roy Keane was unimpressed with Southampton’s planned approach against LiverpoolCredit: ITV SportAhead of the match, he said his side would continue to play out from the back as they have in the Championship.Martin also admitted it would be “his fault” if the approach backfired.Discussing his comments with ITV presenter Mark Pougatch, Keane quipped: “Good luck with that.”Good luck with that. I’ll keep saying it. You get away with this obviously in the Championship if you lose it and it’s well and good playing out but you’ve got to do it at the right time.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”If they do it too often and get caught, they’ll be punished.”The Saints stuck to their bold game plan at Anfield, though, scoring in the opening minute, only for the goal to be ruled out for offside.Kamaldeen Sulemana later struck the post during an end-to-end opening half.However, the visitors trailed at the break after Reds debutant Lewis Koumas scored on the stroke of half-time.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSouthampton’s style of play has seen them score 65 goals in 34 Championship matches this season.Martin’s side are currently fourth in the table as they chase an immediate return to the Premier League.Fans switch over from BBC to ITV to watch ‘dream team’ presenting Luton vs Man City in FA CupVictory over Liverpool will see them progress to the last eight of the FA Cup for the second time in three seasons.A trip to either Nottingham Forest or Manchester United awaits the winner following the quarter-final draw earlier in the evening. More

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      Fans all fume at ITV after MISSING FA Cup goal during live coverage of Chelsea vs Leeds

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      FANS were left fuming at ITV for MISSING Leeds’ opening goal in their FA Cup clash at Chelsea.Viewers could not believe their eyes when the broadcaster cut away from the match to show a replay.ITV managed to miss Leeds’ opening goal at Chelsea, showing a replay as it went inCredit: RexThis is the moment the camera cut back to the ball hitting the back of the netAt the same time, Mateo Joseph fired the ball past Robert Sanchez to give Leeds the lead over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.The striker needed just eight minutes to put the visitors ahead.However, nobody at home was able to see his slick finish.ITV decided to cut away to a replay of Sanchez fumbling the ball.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd as soon as the match camera returned, the ball was already in the back of Chelsea’s net.Joseph’s goal was then followed up with a now-deleted Twitter gaffe.Featuring a video of Joseph celebrating, a caption read: “chelsea goal concede by joseph scores.”Fans certainly couldn’t believe their eyes after ITV missed the goal.Most read in FootballHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALLOne said: “Darwin Nunez in TV directing duties.”Another declared: “ITV missed Neil Armstrong setting foot on the moon because they were showing a replay of a bloke eating a sandwich at Cape Canaveral.”A look at Chelsea’s forgotten wonderkidsThe missed goal was followed up by a now-deleted tweetOne noted: “Embarrassing broadcasting from ITV.”Another added: “ITV stop showing pointless replays when there’s live action going on, totally missed that Leeds goal.”ITV cameras were on the mark though when Chelsea equalised seven minutes after Leeds’ opener.Nicolas Jackson fired home with a clever finish to level the tie. More