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    Ben White interview after Arsenal’s win at Luton called ‘peak Ben White’ as fans say ‘Benny Blanco always cracks me up’

    ARSENAL fans were left in stitches after watching Ben White’s most recent post-match interview.It’s a well-known fact that White, 26, isn’t the biggest fan of football.
    Ben White gave some blunt responses during a post-match interview with ViaplayCredit: Viaplay
    The defender starred as Arsenal beat Luton 4-3 at Kenilworth RoadCredit: Alamy
    The defender has already admitted that he doesn’t like watching football – even though he plays for one of England’s top clubs.
    And his team-mates have previously joked about his complex relationship with the game.
    However, Arsenal fans absolutely love him for it.
    And some have even branded his interviews “iconic”.
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    White spoke to Viaplay following Arsenal’s dramatic 4-3 win over Luton on Tuesday.
    And his direct attitude left fans in stitches.
    When former Norway star Jan Aage Fjortoft asked him about Arsenal’s habit of winning games late, White replied: “Winning in any concept… It’s a hard place to come and we’ve come and got three points which is difficult.”
    Fjortoft then went on to question him about Arsenal’s struggles with defending set-pieces, to which the England star responded: “We knew they were going to be a threat from set pieces and we didn’t manage to nullify that, but when you win like that it makes up for it.”
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    And at the end of the interview, White was asked about the difference between Arsenal last season and this season.
    The defender then gave a blunt seven-word response, stating: “I guess you’ll find out, I suppose.”
    Fans took to X to react to the hilarious interview, with one person writing: “Ben White interviews are iconic.”
    Another commented: “I’ve woken up to a Ben White interview and honestly there’s nothing better.”
    A third wrote: “Benny Blanco interviews always crack me up 😂.”
    While a fourth added: “Viaplay Ben White interviews are football heritage.”
    Arsenal defeated Luton 4-3 thanks to a last-gasp goal from Declan Rice.
    Luton had equalised twice before the Gunners clinched all three points in the final minute of the match. More

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    Five managers who could replace Erik ten Hag at Man Utd as Red Devils face potential make-or-break week

    IT’S a huge week for Erik ten Hag and Manchester United.Last weekend’s 1-0 defeat to Newcastle was yet another devastating blow for the Dutchman.
    Erik ten Hag could be on ‘thin ice’ after a dismal start to the seasonCredit: AP
    United sit rock bottom of their Champions League group with one game remaining after failing to hold on to 2-0 leads against Galatasaray and Copenhagen.
    Pressure is mounting on Ten Hag and the bookies are already speculating over his replacement.
    United host an inconsistent Chelsea side on Wednesday night, while Bournemouth will travel to Manchester on Saturday.
    After that they face Bayern Munich as they battle against the odds to keep their Champions League dream alive.
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    A defeat to Chelsea will make it their sixth defeat at Old Trafford this season.
    And losses in either of the two games following that could bring the end to Ten Hag’s current one-year employment.
    SunSport are taking a look at FIVE managers that could potentially come in should the Dutchman – who faces Liverpool away if he gets through those three games – get axed.
    Zinedine Zidane
    Zinedine Zidane could now be tempted to move to Manchester after a two-year breakCredit: EPA
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    Zidane has been out of work since ending his second stint in charge of Real Madrid in 2021.
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    The French icon won two La Liga titles and three successive Champions Leagues during his time at the Bernabeu.
    He told GQ in the summer: “I feel refreshed now. There is nothing better than talking to a player before a match. I need that.”
    He has previously been linked with the Man Utd job, but claimed he would struggle to reside in England for linguistic reasons.
    Zidane definitely has the calibre to go into the United dressing room and command respect from their underperforming talents.
    The bookies currently have him as the favourite.
    Roberto De Zerbi
    Roberto De Zerbi is one of Europe’s finestCredit: Getty
    There is no doubt – the current Brighton boss is the dream candidate for many Manchester United fans.
    De Zerbi guided his side into the Europa League for the first time in their history in his inaugural season.
    The Seagulls have shown when letting Graham Potter go to Chelsea that for the right price they will allow their manager to leave.
    The Red Devils would surely be forced to pay a mammoth fee to get De Zerbi.
    It seems only a matter of time before De Zerbi arrives at a Champions League club, with journalist Dean Jones revealing that the Italian is a contender to take over when Pep Guardiola leaves Manchester City.
    United may have to act fast before the opportunity to bag one of Europe’s most promising managers passes them by.
    Julian Nagelsmann
    Nagelsmann was successful during his time at BayernCredit: Getty
    Nagelsmann impressed at RB Leipzig sufficiently enough to earn himself the Bayern Munich job in 2021.
    He was then ruthlessly sacked by Bayern, despite the club being on course to win the Bundesliga and with them still in the Champions League.
    The 36-year-old has recently been appointed as Germany coach to guide his nation through Euro 2024.
    He is currently the bookie’s third favourite to replace Ten Hag.
    Graham Potter
    Potter was poached from Brighton on a five-year contract but failed to work his magic at Stamford BridgeCredit: PA
    Potter is second favourite to become the club’s next fall guy.
    SunSport exclusively revealed that the Englishman is a candidate should Ten Hag get sacked.
    Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his chiefs are set to take control of football decisions when he completes his 25 per cent purchase of the club.
    The billionaire and his partner Sir Dave Brailsford are big fans of Potter and they once wanted him in charge of Nice.
    Napoli are said to be interested too.
    But he has already failed at one big club going through an ownership change after getting sacked by Chelsea in April.
    Michael Carrick
    Michael Carrick knows United inside and outCredit: Reuters
    The Manchester United legend worked alongside both Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during their stints in charge.
    He impressed during his brief spell as United’s interim manger but left after Ralf Rangnick came in and has started his own career in management at Middlesbrough.
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    The 42-year-oldimpressed in the Championship with an exciting brand of football as he led Boro to the play-offs last season.
    But after a flying start this season, Boro now sit 12th in the table, so it seems like a leap to expect him sort out the turbulence at United. More

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    Antony hits back at Man Utd legends for ‘malicious and unfair’ criticism but admits team are ‘UNSTABLE’ this season

    MANCHESTER UNITED winger Antony has hit back at pundits who have made “unfair and malicious” comments about him.The 23-year-old has struggled for confidence amid United’s poor run of form this season.
    Anony has hit back at pundits who have been ‘unfair’ towards himCredit: Reuters
    His performances have come under scrutiny by several pundits and former players since the start of the campaign, including the likes of Gary Neville, Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes.
    And now Antony has responded to his critics, arguing that they never offered him any support through “a period of turbulence” and instead continued to make “unfair” comments.
    In an interview with The United Stand, the Brazil international said: “Today, I see criticism coming from former club players and other people in the media, who unreasonably express their opinions and influence thousands of fans, sometimes even when I do not play.
    “But I’ve never seen them give constructive criticism, which will help me be a better professional.
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    “None of them have ever sent me a message to see how I am feeling, especially during this period of turbulence that I am going through.”
    He added: “I would like to know how these people who make these unfair and malicious criticisms fared in my place.”
    Antony then went on to admit that Man Utd are “unstable”.
    He said: “The season is not as good as we wanted; we are unstable. But we lost a lot of injured players, fundamental pieces for Erik Ten Hag’s chess.
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    “With the return of part of the squad, we will improve, and results will improve.”
    Antony joined Man Utd in a £85.5million transfer from Ajax last summer.
    He has since made 58 appearances across all competitions.
    United legend Neville slammed the winger for his attitude during the Manchester Derby in October, branding him “embarrassing”.
    After Antony hit out at City winger Jeremy Doku, Neville said: “That’s absolutely ridiculous, that’s a sending off.
    “Absolutely ridiculous from Antony. It’s embarrassing.” More

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    Aston Villa vs Man City LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Treble winners eye first win in three

    ASTON VILLA host Manchester City in a tasty Premier League clash at Villa Park.Pep Guardiola’s Treble winners are without a win in their last three games, while Villa have taken seven points from a possible nine and sit fourth in the top flight.

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    Sheffield United vs Liverpool LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Reds look to keep up pressure on top

    LIVERPOOL will head to Bramall Lane to face Sheffield United on Wednesday night as they look to keep up the pressure on top spot.The Blades are rock bottom of the Premier League and will be hoping for a change of fortunes with Chris Wilder returning to the club in place of Paul Heckingbottom this week.
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    Fulham vs Nottingham Forest LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Cottagers host Steve Cooper’s men

    FULHAM will entertain Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Wednesday night.The Cottagers will be hoping to add to Steve Cooper’s side’s misery in recent weeks after being on the end of three straight defeats in the top flight.

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    Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Cherries look to continue good form

    CRYSTAL PALACE host Bournemouth at Selhurst Park in a midweek Premier League clash on Wednesday night.The Cherries have picked up in form in recent weeks with seven points from their last three games, while Roy Hodgson’s side have picked up just one point from a possible nine.

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    Brighton vs Brentford LIVE SCORE: Latest Premier League updates as Seagulls look to get back to winning ways

    BRIGHTON host Brentford in a huge Premier League clash on Wednesday night.The Seagulls will be hoping to get back to winning ways after their defeat to Chelsea last time out, while the Bees will be aiming to build on their 3-1 win against Luton on Saturday.

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