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HUDDERSFIELD TOWN’s Michal Helik has been left red-faced after netting a comedy own goal. The Polish defender put through his own net during the Terriers’ dismal 3-1 home loss to Northampton.Northampton were gifted a lead against Huddersfield on Saturday afternoonCredit: RexThe Terrier’s Michal Helik attempted a pass back under pressure from the Cobblers attackCredit: Sky SportsHe rushed the pass, taking keeper Lee Nicholls by surpriseCredit: Sky SportsThe ball – and the Town keeper – ended up in the back of the netCredit: Sky SportsMichael Duff’s side entered the League One clash as big favourites after thrashing Bolton 4-0 last week. But the Terriers – who pride themselves on their press – were given a lesson in tenacity by the visiting Cobblers. Helik and Town’s back three were put under pressure with the ball at their feet in the early stages at the John Smith’s Stadium. As Huddersfield looked to play out from the back, the Pole was forced to make a decision as the Northampton attackers pushed up. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLInstead of clearing the ball long, Helik tried to run it back to keeper Lee Nicholls – only to massively overhit his pass. A scrambling Nicholls could only watch as the ball dribbled past him and into the bottom corner. One Town fan raged on X: “I’ve seen us give poor goals away but this is by far the worst I’ve ever seen witnessed. Great finish by Helik mind.”Another said: “This is just so embarrassing.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWhile a third commented: “Will someone stop telling goalies they are footballers.”The goal came just a week after Town’s own press had worked wonders against Bolton. Neil Warnock given ‘perfect’ retirement gift by rival fans as Stoke help fulfil dream send-off with incredible chantOn that occasion, the Terriers profited from a howler as Anthony Evans smashed in after intercepting a pass from the Trotters keeper.Another Town fan wrote: “Last Saturday: No one will concede a shi**er goal than Bolton this season. Town – hold my beer!”Huddersfield remain fifth despite the loss following a promising start to the season.Duff took over in the summer after the Terriers were relegated from the Championship. Northampton meanwhile move up to 12th after securing just their second win of the season. Cameron McGeehan and Tarique Fosu were on target for the Cobblers, before Josh Koroma bagged a consolation for the hosts. More

DAVID BECKHAM has been brutally trolled after he attended Birmingham vs Wrexham.The former England captain was pictured in the stands during Monday’s League One clash.David Beckham has been brutally trolled after attending Birmingham vs WrexhamCredit: GettyThe Inter Miami owner watched on at St. Andrew’s alongside Tom BradyCredit: GettyBeckham sat alongside Blues minority owner Tom Brady at St. Andrew’s as his side ran out 3-1 winners.The NFL legend later revealed Beckham taught him all about football chants as they took in the raucous atmosphere in the Second City.That atmosphere was later described as one he has “not heard in a long time” by Beckham on CBS Sports’ Champions League coverage.However, his admission was met with a brutal swipe by Simon Jordan on social media.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLResponding to a clip of Beckham’s comment, the former Crystal Palace owner wrote on X: “That’s probably because he’s regularly watching Inter Miami.”Beckham has been co-owner and president of the MLS side since their formation in 2018.The club have an average league attendance of 20,899 so far in 2024 at their 21,550-capacity Chase Stadium.Although that figure is only the 17th highest attendance in the MLS this year, it is 97 per cent of the ground’s capacity.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMiami are enjoying a successful season on the pitch, sitting top of the Eastern Conference with just five matches remaining of the regular season.Meanwhile, Birmingham’s 3-1 win over promotion rivals Wrexham was seen by 27,980 fans at St. Andrew’s. Tom Brady in hilarious reaction after getting X-rated welcome from Wrexham fans for Birmingham clashSimon Jordan took aim at Inter Miami’s home atmosphere with his social media swipeCredit: PAThe attendance is the club’s highest since their opening match of the season at home to Reading.Birmingham are second in League One after an unbeaten start to the campaign following relegation last term.Chris Davies’ side are behind Wrexham on goal difference and with a game in hand off the back of five consecutive league wins. More

FOOTBALL fans think they’ve found the country’s worst half-time scran.A horrifying hotdog for sale at League One side Northampton Town has gone viral for its dismal looks. A hotdog sold at Northampton Town has been universally slated by footy fansCredit: X @FootyScranPriced at £4.50, the stomach-turning snack was posted by X account Footy Scran.The popular page sees hungry fans rate concourse grub from stadiums around the world. Northampton’s horrendous entry was criticised for its “pale” colour, with the sausage barely big enough to fit into the un-buttered baguette.Footy fans piled in the snack, with one docking points for the “dry” bread and declaring it “red card worthy.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLOne laughed on X: “That sausage looks like it’s caught the flu.”Another wrote: “I love hot dogs. In fact, it’s one of my favourite things in the whole world. I’ve tasted countless types of hot dogs from all over the world. Never in my life have I seen a worse hot dog than this.”A third joked: “Someone from @ntfc needs to be arrested for this.”And a fourth commented: “The tinfoil looks more appetising.” Most read in FootballAn accompanying poll saw almost 95 percent of the 11,000 entries declare the hotdog ‘not scran.’The hotdog was likely bought during Saturday’s clash between Northampton and Wycombe Wanderers. Football Food Tour: Behind the Scenes of Hospitality at Inter Miami, with incredible foodFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAny fan tucking in was in for a double disappointment at Sixfields, with Northampton throwing away an early lead.The Cobblers led through a Sam Hoskins penalty, only for goals from Daniel Udoh and Richard Kone to give visitors Wycombe all three points.Northampton’s defeat leaves them 18th in League One, with just one win from their opening five games.In previous months, Doncaster Rovers won the hearts of hungry fans after releasing an outrageous Chippy Tea Butty.The tasty treat is a Yorkshire fishcake served on a bed of chips and topped with mushy peas and tartar sauce.READ MORE SUN STORIESAt the other end of the scale, Scotland appears to have a knack for horror scran.A shocking burger sold by Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen currently ranks as the highest ‘no scran’ vote ever. More