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      Uefa draw up contingency plans for second stadium to help host Europa League final with tens of thousands set to attend

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      UEFA are already making plans for Liverpool fans at the Europa League final on May 22.And you can hardly blame them.The Gaelic football stronghold of Croke Park could be usedCredit: Sportsfile – SubscriptionThe Aviva Stadium is hosting the Europa League final on May 22Credit: GettyThe Reds head into Thursday’s last-16 Anfield clash against Sparta Prague with a 5-1 lead.And when you look at Liverpool’s current form, it would be a huge surprise if skipper Virgil van Dijk didn’t end up leading them out in   Dublin.The Aviva Stadium officially holds 51,700 fans.And when you consider half of Ireland seems to support Liverpool and the proximity of Dublin to the UK, a huge number of fans without tickets will converge on the city.READ MORE TOP STORIESUefa are looking at setting up giant screens at Croke Park, the home of Irish Gaelic sports, where the capacity is a whopping 82,300.The stadium could also be used if West Ham make the final as there would be a mass ­exodus from East London to Dublin.Accommodation in Dublin is already costing a fortune for the night of the final.Three-star hotels currently start from £400 a night, with hostels at least £160.Most read in Europa LeagueHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON HORSE RACINGA Darwin Nunez double plus goals from Luis Diaz, Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai have set up what should be a second-leg cruise for Jurgen Klopp’s men.It comes amid claims outgoing boss Klopp has recommended Wolves wing-back Rayan Ait-Nouri to the club.11 forgotten stars who define Liverpool vs Man Utd rivalryManchester United are also being linked with the Algerian 22-year-old.Chelsea and Manchester City have been previously mentioned in connection with Ait-Nouri. More

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      Jurgen Klopp confronts referee after 98th minute season-defining VAR call saves Man City at Anfield

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      FUMING Jurgen Klopp confronted referee Michael Oliver after Liverpool were denied a late penalty against Manchester City. The game was level at 1-1 and in the eighth minute of extra time when Jeremy Doku collided with Alexis Mac Allister. This is the collision between Jeremy Doku and Alexis Mac AllisterThe City forward got away with itJurgen Klopp confronted referee Michael Oliver after Liverpool were denied a late penaltyReplays revealed the City forward kicking Mac Allister in the chest as they both went for the ball in the box. But ref Oliver waved play on and the VAR team refused to intervene as the game ended all square. Klopp was left raging after the final whistle and confronted Oliver to probe him on the controversial call. Manchester United legend Gary Neville said at the time on commentary: “I think he’s a lucky, lucky boy.” READ MORE IN football Neville also added: “Doku is very lucky. I thought he was in trouble.”The two sides played out a thrilling clash, but neither could find a winner meaning Arsenal now sit top of the table.City centre-back John Stones opened the scoring in the first half but a Mac Allister penalty levelled the game after the break.Klopp was still devastated after the final whistle as he said: “It was 100 per cent penalty. Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL “They will find an explanation. It was 100 per cent foul in all areas of the pitch and probably a yellow card.”All the people with ipads around me were ‘wow, clear’. Maybe they can hide behind the phrase it is not clear and obvious.Roy Keane tells Micah Richards to calm down on live TV after furious rant about Man City and Pep Guardiola”It is of course a penalty but we didn’t get it and that is fine. The most important thing for me is that we can play football like that. “I saw so many sensational performances today.”Pundits’ viewsSky pundit Roy Keane didn’t agree though. He told Sky Sports: “Klopp makes a good point about Doku getting the ball but his foot is so high.”I don’t think there’s any force behind it. So, I think the officials got it right.”Ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher said: “I think he sees Mac Allister coming in and he’s almost trying to pull his foot away. I think if that’s being given on the pitch, it’s not being overturned.”But once it’s not given, he’s not gone fully through him. Klopp says anywhere else on the pitch and that’s a foul. I agree with that, but there is an unwritten rule in football where a penalty has to be a bit more.”When it’s in the box, it has to be a little bit more. He’s lucky but I can see why he’s not given it.” More

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      Fans convinced Gary Neville is secret Liverpool fan after weirdly comparing Man City goal to totally different incident

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      FANS accused Gary Neville of being a secret Liverpool fan – as he made a shock comparison over Manchester City’s opener at Anfield.The Manchester United legend contrasted John Stones’ goal with an effort from Virgil van Dijk controversially ruled out in last month’s Carabao Cup final.Viewers were stunned by Gary Neville’s assessment of Man City’s openerCredit: Sky SportsWataru Endo was judged to be offside in the build-up to Virgil van Dijk heading home in Liverpool’s 1-0 Carabao Cup final win last monthCredit: Sky SportsBut many viewers claimed the incidents were completely different.Stones nipped in at the near post to flash home a clever corner from quick-thinking Kevin de Bruyne in Sunday’s Premier League blockbuster.But Sky Sports pundit Neville homed in on Nathan Ake tangling with Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister in the middle of the box.And he compared it to the most contentious talking point from the Wembley showpiece in February.Most read in FootballThat was when Van Dijk saw a goal erased after Wataru Endo was judged to be offside and interfering with play.Endo was assessed to be impeding the movement of Chelsea’s Levi Colwill.And fans were baffled when Neville compared the two moments.One said: “Gary Neville is a full on Liverpool fan these days! How’s he calling for a foul by Ake?”Most read in FootballAlexis Mac Allister went on to level for Liverpool from the spotCredit: ReutersCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Another asked why he was “bringing up the cup final”.That viewer added: “Endo’s blocking was never a foul, but he did interfere, hence offside. Ake on Mac Allister is absolutely standard for everything single set piece, not remotely close to a foul.”Jamie Carragher reveals absolutely savage X-rated text Gary Neville sent over Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool exitA third observer posted: “Gary Neville’s all over the place here, comparing the block on Mac Allister to the one in the cup final, completely forgetting the cup final one was disallowed because he was offside.”A fourth wrote: “Why is Neville trying to create an ‘incident’ when all that Ake and Mac Allister were doing was lean into each other?”And a fifth said: “Neville really wanting a foul by Ake when it was Ake’s arm being held.”But a few fans disagreed – one insisting Stones’ breakthrough goal “should have been given offside”.Ironically, however, it was Mac Allister who levelled for Liverpool with a penalty on 51 minutes. More

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      Redknapp gives prediction for Liverpool vs Man City… and thinks it could be a GREAT result for one of their rivals

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      IF ever there was a game to put a smile on your face, it’s the mouth-watering one at Anfield this afternoon.But trying to pick a winner between Liverpool and Manchester City keeps bringing me to the same conclusion . . . I’ll never have a go at the missus for changing her mind again!Either Liverpool chief Jurgen Klopp or Man City manager Pep Guardiola might not be smiling like this come Sunday eveningCredit: ReutersPhil Foden has been this season’s best player, says Harry RedknappCredit: ReutersOr take the mickey when it comes to making a decision, either. Because I have to admit I’m guilty of both when it comes to this one.Try as I might, I really can’t split the two of them . . . so in the end I’ve decided it will be a point apiece for Liverpool and City.Which wouldn’t be a bad result for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, either, because I reckon his team will still be in the mix right to the end — whatever anyone else might think.The way City and Liverpool are playing right now, dropped points have become as rare as a weekend without a dodgy VAR decision.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBoth are picking up wins for fun, which leaves me scratching my head about who will be Premier League champions every time I watch them.One minute Liverpool are nicking another last-minute winner despite all their injuries — and I’m thinking nothing can stop them in this mood.The next day I see how City just carried on playing with no panic after going 1-0 down in the Manchester derby — and I’m going, ‘My God, they’re fantastic’.Then 24 hours later it was Arsenal’s turn to run riot, when they put six past Sheffield United.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Harry Redknapp admits it’s a tough match to callCredit: GettyConsidering everyone thought they’d blown it when they lost to West Ham and Fulham a few months back, no one’s going to make the same mistake and write them off again.This year we have a genuine three-horse race and, looking further ahead to the summer, England have surely GOT to win the Euros when you see that bunch of players.Unemployed Jose Mourinho reveals he would return to management ‘tomorrow’ as he is linked with Premier League returnI was in Spain last weekend and everyone was telling me, ‘Your team is fantastic’.Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, John Stones, Declan Rice, Kyle Walker . . . who can match that? For me, England are on another level to anyone else in the tournament.But all that is for another day. This afternoon it’s all about Anfield — and the chance for someone to make a massive statement.The bookies have City as slight favourites and it’s hard to argue. I think they’re the best team in the world and agree with boss Pep Guardiola that Foden is the star of the season.But Mo Salah is back for the Reds, Darwin Nunez is fit and flying and we all know what can happen with that crowd behind them.I don’t see it as a problem for City — they’ve been in Champions League finals — but a packed Anfield has lifted Jurgen Klopp’s team to great things before.It could come down to a flash of brilliance from Salah, Foden or Kevin De Bruyne, maybe a half chance for Nunez or Erling Haaland.A flash of brilliance from someone like Mo Salah could settle itCredit: AlamyTo think people were making a big thing of it when Haaland went four games without a goal recently. Seven in his last three wasn’t a bad way to answer that!I do think Jack Grealish is a big miss for Pep’s men because as fast as Jeremy Doku is, they don’t get half the end product from him.And although Conor Bradley is no Trent Alexander-Arnold, the kid is a very solid defender — and getting better all the time.For once, I really can’t pick a winner. Yes, Liverpool could turn them over, but if City are on it they can beat anyone in an instant.So if I had to put my life on it, I’d have to go for a draw. Nowhere near a boring, negative one with two teams tip-toeing around each other, though.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey’ll go for it and the football will be fantastic — it can’t be anything else with this pair.This race is going to the wire . . . and I’ll change my mind half a dozen times before we get there. More

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      Wales to resist calling up Liverpool wonderkid despite impressive performances

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      WALES are expected to resist the urge to fast-track Lewis Koumas if the forward continues to star for Liverpool.Koumas, 18, scored his first goal for the Reds on his senior debut in last Wednesday’s 3-0 FA Cup fifth round win over Southampton at Anfield.Koumas was on the bench for Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final triumphCredit: RexThe son of ex-Wales international Jason, 18, has played for the Dragons U19 side alreadyCredit: RexThe attacker was also on the bench for Saturday’s 1-0 controversial win for Liverpool at Nottingham Forest.But SunSport understands the son of ex-Dragons star Jason is unlikely to promoted to Robert Page’s senior squad this month for their crunch Euro 2024 play-off bid.It is believed Koumas, who has played for Wales Under-19s, could land himself a first Under-21 call instead.Senior Welsh management are well aware of his promising talent.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Wales’ seniors play Finland in their Euro play-off semi-final on March 21 in Cardiff.Then comes a potential final against either Poland or Estonia, also in the Welsh capital five days later.Koumas could even get the chance to train for a session with the likes of Brennan Johnson, Ben Davies and Ethan Ampadu with the U21s also based in south Wales that week.Matty Jones’ U21s have a home clash with Lithuania in Newport on March 22.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChester-born Koumas is eligible to play for three countries: Wales due to his dad, who won 34 international caps for the Dragons, England due to his birthplace and also Cyprus through his grandfather.Wales have also adopted a gradual integration process in the past with the likes of Reading’s Charlie Savage.Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top fiveThe 20-year-old won his first senior cap against Gibraltar last October but has returned to the U21s.Koumas has been in and around the Liverpool squad for a few months now.He was on the bench for Jurgen Klopp’s men for the Prem visit of Burnley on February 10 as well as the Carabao Cup final triumph over Chelsea last weekend.But the attacker grabbed his chance with both hands against the Saints on his debut in midweek by scoring the opening goal before fellow teen star Jayden Danns, 18, added two goals. More

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      Liverpool star Luis Diaz in line for shock transfer exit as Reds make Mo Salah decision and line up three new deals

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      LUIS DIAZ is in line to be the biggest name exit from Liverpool this summer — if they can tie down Mo Salah to a new deal.Several Spanish clubs have their eyes on Kop forward Diaz.A number of Spanish clubs have an eye on Luis Diaz ahead of a shock summer transferCredit: GettyLiverpool are keen to agree a new contract with Mohamed SalahCredit: APThe Reds are prepared to listen to offers due to their wealth of attacking options.The top priority for Jurgen Klopp’s successor is new contracts for Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk.And the outcome relating to Salah in particular will have a bearing on the future of 27-year-old Colombia ace Diaz.He struggled in the first half of the season — even before his parents were kidnapped in his homeland.READ MORE LIVERPOOL NEWSBut Diaz has recently shown glimpses of his  initial form after moving from Porto for £37m in January 2022.Thiago Alcantara and Joel Matip are set to leave Anfield when their contracts expire this summer.Salah, Alexander-Arnold and Van Dijk all have just one full season left on their current deals.Saudi Pro League clubs and Paris Saint-Germain want Salah while captain Van Dijk has rowed back on comments that he was unsure of his future after Klopp’s exit.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Reds realise they can have only sensible conversations with their stars once a new sporting director and Klopp’s replacement are in place.The sporting director, who could be named in the coming fortnight, will have input into the identity of the new manager.Liverpool 3 Southampton 0: Jayden Danns scores twice after Lewis Koumas goal as Klopp’s kids set up Man Utd FA Cup clashBayer Leverkusen chief Xabi Alonso — a former Kop hero — is favourite to get Klopp’s job.Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann, Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi and Sporting Lisbon head coach Ruben Amorim are also candidates.No direct approaches have yet been made but it is believed Alonso’s camp have been kept informed of Liverpool’s timetable.Chiefs expect a relatively quiet summer in the transfer market although Bayern Munich are eyeing left-back Andy Robertson.And the Reds are braced for bids for back-up keeper Caoimhin Kelleher, who has shone in Alisson’s absence. More

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      Jurgen Klopp begs Liverpool fans to stop screaming for Joe Gomez to shoot as he still awaits first goal after 233 games

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      JURGEN KLOPP has urged Liverpool fans to stop screaming for Joe Gomez to shoot as he still awaits his first goal. The versatile star has played 233 first-team games for Liverpool and Charlton without finding the net for either. Liverpool boss Klopp with Joe GomezCredit: RexBut Gomez has proven himself to be capable in just about any position Klopp plays him.The defender had to help out in midfield in Liverpool’s 3-0 FA Cup win over Southampton. But Klopp joked it only encouraged fans to urge Gomez into shooting more. He said: “Now he plays the six and the way he played absolutely crazy. Can I ask the people, funny as it is, ‘SHOOT’ – leave the boy alone.READ MORE IN football”One day he will shoot, let him find the moment himself.”If one more time he shoots from 40 yards just because the people are calling then I really will get a bit angry but as I said, what a boy, what a game.”Gomez is naturally a centre-half but he has filled in at full-back to cover for Andy Robertson, Kostas Tsimikas and Trent Alexander-Arnold. But he could be required back in midfield due to injuries for Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, Wataru Endo, Curtis Jones, Thiago Alcantara and Stefan Bajcetic.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGomez came off the bench for Liverpool’s League Cup final win over Chelsea and afterwards talked down Klopp making a U-turn over his summer exit. He said: “Of course, but understanding how long he’s been here I think he knows he has done everything he can. Jurgen Klopp compares Liverpool youngster Jayden Danns to darts sensation and Man Utd fan Luke Littler”He has won it all. Everyone respects his decision and we understand it.“He is one of the wisest men we know and when he says he’s ready, he’s ready. It is what it is, we can’t dwell on that, we just have to do him justice. He definitely won’t [change his mind].” More

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      Jurgen Klopp compares Liverpool youngster Jayden Danns to darts sensation and Man Utd fan Luke Littler

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      JURGEN KLOPP has likened Liverpool youngster Jayden Danns to darts sensation Luke Littler.Danns, 18, has been thrust into the spotlight due to the injury crisis currently blighting the Merseysiders.Jayden Danns bagged a brace in Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Southampton on Wednesday nightCredit: GettyKop chief Jurgen Klopp was blown away by the 18-year-old’s displayCredit: APThe German has drawn comparisons between Danns and darts sensation Luke LittlerCredit: GETTYThe teenage forward showed his potential by bagging a brace in the Reds’ FA Cup fifth-round clash with Southampton on Wednesday night.And Klopp has likened the promise Danns has shown in his three first-team appearances to Littler – an avid Manchester United fan – reaching the PDC World Darts Championship final at the tender age of 16.Speaking after the 3-0 win, the German said: “It is [a] little bit like the new darts sensation, it is fine for tonight.”Tomorrow, leave the boys in the corner.READ MORE ON LUKE LITTLER”Everyone who is with us, we should have our moments, they will have more moments than we expect.”The soon-to-be-departed Klopp has been blown away by the composure Danns has shown during his brief run in the first team.He said: “[He’s an] exceptional talent.”Of course, it is not natural that a boy 18, is as calm as you like.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The second goal calm as you like.”Klopp’s Carabao Cup-winning youngsters drew praise from their gaffer for their rout of the Championship outfit.Liverpool 3 Southampton 0: Jayden Danns scores twice after Lewis Koumas goal as Klopp’s kids set up Man Utd FA Cup clashHe said: “The first 15 minutes we were all over the place. We tried to press but the timing was horrendous and Southampton used that.”We found a way into the game and the goal we scored was in a nearly perfect moment, it felt like a momentum change and then an exceptional finish from Lewis.”We now had the momentum rather than Southampton and won a lot of high balls and scored.”The play was special, the way we won the balls was special and something like that, as impossible as it seems, can happen.”Maybe the people (fans) don’t forget it when the transfer window opens, don’t close the door (on young players) with 12 signings.”Liverpool will be back in action on Saturday, travelling to the City Ground to take on Nottingham Forest. More