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      How many games has Scott Carson played for Man City?

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      MANCHESTER CITY are on the verge of lifting the Premier League title and can do so this weekend.If Arsenal lose on Saturday to Nottingham Forest, Pep Guardiola’s side will be crowd champions before they even kick a ball this weekend.
      Scott Carson and Erling Haaland after Real Madrid winCredit: GETTY
      Should the Gunners avoid defeat at the City Ground, Man City can claim the trophy for a third successive time on Sunday if they beat Chelsea at the Etihad.
      Pep Guardiola’s side are also eyeing up a treble this season with City in the final of both the Champions League and the FA Cup while being in pole position for the Premier League title.
      Some stars such as Erling Haaland have played a huge part in the Cityzens success on the pitch this season.
      However, there are also names off the pitch that have played an integral role in Man City’s potentially historic season.
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      Who is Scott Carson?
      Scott Carson started his career at Leeds United and then joined Liverpool in 2005.
      Scott Carson made his debut for Liverpool at St James’ Park in 2005Credit: GETTY
      During his three-year stay at the Reds, he had three separate loan spells at Sheffield Wednesday, Charlton and Aston Villa.
      Carson’s performances while out on loan earnt him a place in England’s 2006 World Cup squad.
      He also got a permanent move to West Brom after his Aston Villa loan ended.
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      Carson spent three years at the Baggies and decided to make the switch to Turkey’s top flight and sign for Bursaspor in 2011.
      During his time at the Green Crocodiles, he earned another England call-up in 2011.
      Following his stint in Turkey, Carson headed back to England and joined Wigan before landing a move to Derby County in 2015.
      Carson joined Man City on loan in 2019 from Derby as the club’s third-choice goalkeeper.
      He joined Pep Guardiola’s side on a permanent deal in 2021 after his contract at the Rams expired.
      How many games has Scott Carson played for Man City?
      Carson has played just two games in four seasons for the Premier League champions and will now head to Istanbul as part of the City’s squad to face Inter Milan on June 10.
      The 37-year-old made his first appearance for Man City in a Champions League last-16 second-leg clash against Sporting.
      He came on for Ederson in the 73rd minute at the Etihad.
      Carson then made his second appearance for City in the Premier League in a 4-3 win at Newcastle.
      It was the final day of the season and the Cityzens had already wrapped up the title and Guardiola decided to hand Carson his top-flight debut for the club.
      Although the former England goalkeeper has only made two appearances, he is a huge presence in the dressing room.
      After four years at the club, Carson has established himself as one of the senior figures at Man City.
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      He features heavily in the documentary ‘All or Nothing: Manchester City’.
      Carson’s appearance in the behind-the-scenes series highlights his involvement at City day in and day out. More

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      Jake Humphrey leaving BT Sport after decade fronting TV channel with top presenter already tipped to replace him

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      JAKE HUMPHREY has announced he is leaving BT Sport after a decade of anchoring the TV Channel’s football coverage.The 44-year-old is leaving to pursue other projects – with Laura Woods tipped to replace him.
      Humphrey has become a familiar figure to football fans after hosting their major football coverage for yearsCredit: Getty
      The presenter often speaks to some of Europe’s biggest stars in his role as presenterCredit: Rex
      Humprey appears alongside famous football pundits such as Rio Ferdinand, Joleon Lescott and Michael OwenCredit: Reuters
      Laura Woods had been tipped for a move to BT even before today’s newsCredit: Getty
      Humphrey presents BT Sport’s Champions League coverage and has become familiar to football fans since the channel took European football from Sky.
      He used to also front their Saturday lunchtime Premier League game before he was replaced by Lynsey Hipgrave.
      The presenter will now focus on other projects like his popular ‘High Performance’ podcast.
      Humphrey tweeted this afternoon: “After 10 wonderful years, I am stepping back from BT. As a football fan, hosting Premier League matches, FA Cup games and European Finals has meant the world to me. It has been my dream job.
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      “I’ve loved being a very small part of a world class production team.
      “I also feel blessed to have shared the screen with legends of the game and incredible broadcasters, who have become friends. Thank you all.
      “Stepping back from BT will allow me space to pursue other projects and fulfil other ambitions. I’m excited. To everyone that’s watched and commented, both good and bad (!), thank you!”
      Humphrey’s unique personality away from the camera has often got fans talking such as earlier this year when he revealed his “world class” morning routine.
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      TalkSPORT, ITV and Amazon Prime presenter Laura Woods has been tipped to join BT.
      The 35-year-old has proved to be a hit with fans across various platforms and would have plenty of experience for the role.
      She presents talkSPORT’s Breakfast show alongside Ally McCoist and was one of ITV’s presenters during last year’s Qatar World Cup.
      The anchor is also one of the many presenters used by Amazon Prime during their rounds of Premier League fixtures.
      Along with Woods, Hipgrave could also step up to replace Humphrey on European nights.
      Jermaine Jenas, who hosts The One Show and has fronted Europa League coverage before, could also step into the role.
      Gary Lineker quit BT Sport two years after fronting their Champions League coverageCredit: Getty
      Gary Lineker may also be linked for a return having previously presented BT’s Champions League coverage.
      And popular presenter Mark Chapman could also be a candidate – if he’s not snapped up by Sky as Jeff Stelling’s replacement first.
      BT Sport is already set for a summer of change as the channel prepares for a major rebrand on July 18.
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      The channel will become TNT Sports after the merger between BT and Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Eurosport.
      The merger is intended to allow BT Sport to become efficient and offer a more premium product. More

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      Mikel Arteta brings dog called ‘Win’ to Arsenal training to boost morale with pooch attending Ramsdale contract signing

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      MIKEL ARTETA is no stranger to utilising strange methods to give Arsenal the edge over their opponents. From blaring “You’ll Never Walk Alone” from speakers before a clash at Anfield to get his stars used to the atmosphere, to playing dodgeball in training, the ideas have kept flowing.
      Mikel Arteta has brought in a dog named ‘Win’ to try and boost moraleCredit: Getty
      Win is a chocolate Labrador owned by a member of Arsenal’s staffCredit: Getty
      The move is said to have proven popular among the squadCredit: Getty
      And Arteta’s latest brain child has seen him bring in man’s best friend.
      The eccentric Spaniard has transferred in a dog named “Win” in a bid to lift morale.
      The Times revealed the chocolate Labrador was brought in following research which shows petting a dog can be calming and reduce stress levels.
      The canine has been a regular at London Colney since last month and comes into training a few times a week and roams the grounds.
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      Win was even in attendance as Aaron Ramsdale signed a new long-term contract until 2027, with Arteta walking her in during the signing.
      Her owner is a member of the Arsenal staff who she lives with.
      And Win is not the only pet who can be seen at the Gunners training ground, with resident cat Bob – adopted after his local owner died – now having some company.
      The move is said to have proven popular with players.
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      Reacting to the revelation, one Arsenal fan joked: “He’s got that DOG in him.”
      A second said: “A club pet is such a sweet idea. As years go on, the pet could become iconic like a super fan.”
      “Good signing. Something a bit different to what we’ve got up front. Stick him on, send the ball long and they’ll chase the ball all day,” typed a third.
      A fourth asked: “Can he play in Saliba’s position?”
      Another added: “My manager and dog whisper all in one!👍”
      However, on the pitch Arsenal have failed to live up to Win’s name in five of their last seven games.
      Draws against Liverpool, West Ham and Southampton were followed by a 4-1 defeat against Manchester City and a 3-0 thrashing against Brighton, which sandwiched victories over Chelsea and Newcastle.
      This poor form has seen them give up an eight-point advantage over Man City in the title run-in, with Pep Guardiola’s side now on course to wrap up the league this weekend. More

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      Jose Mourinho seen celebrating dark arts gamesmanship from ex-Man Utd duo as Roma reach Europa League final

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      JOSE MOURINHO was seen enthusiastically cheering on his team engaging in football’s dark arts as Roma reached the Europa League final.The Italians saw out a nervy goalless draw away at Bayer Leverkusen to progress 1-0 on aggregate.
      Mourinho was left particularly impressed at his players’ attempts to run down the clockCredit: BT Sport
      The experienced Nemanja Matic was right at the centre of Roma’s game management tactics
      Tammy Abraham and Jose Mourinho embraced at full-time as Roma reached another European finalCredit: Getty
      It was vintage Mourinho stuff as he bids to make it back-to-back wins in Europe.
      The legendary boss’ favourite moment of the night appeared to come when Nemanja Matic attempted to run down the clock.
      The former Manchester United star went down with cramp inside the Leverkusen box near fellow ex-Red Devils ace Chris Smalling, frustrating the German side even more.
      While Leverkusen keeper Lukas Hradecky tried to help Matic stretch, centre-back Edmond Tapsoba had a more direct approach.
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      The defender attempted to drag the lanky Serbian off the ground but Matic would barely budge.
      Tapsoba was then booked for his troubles.
      The camera cut to Mourinho banging his hands together and nodding aggressively in approval.
      Fans were loving the fact that the 60-year-old was up to his old tricks again.
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      One said: “Love it!”
      While another added: “He gets the job done and sometimes you have to admire a mastery of the dark arts.”
      Roma ended the game with no shots on target and only 28 per cent of possession.
      Edoardo Bove, who emerged from the youth academy this season, did enough damage with his goal in the first leg to help Roma squeeze through.
      Having won the Europa Conference League a year ago, Mourinho’s side are now set to face Europa serial winners Sevilla.
      Roma will likely need victory to get into next season’s Champions League with Mourinho’s side now six points off Serie A’s top four with three games remaining. More

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      Phil Jones presented with amazing memento by Man Utd after announcing exit but fans demand ‘proper sendoff’ for ‘legend’

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      PHIL JONES was gifted a framed memento by Manchester United chief Darren Fletcher after it was announced he would be leaving the club.The centre-back, 31, has spent 12 years at Old Trafford since signing from Blackburn in 2011.
      Phil Jones was hande d the memento by Darren FletcherCredit: Instagram
      He is leaving Manchester United after 12 years at the clubCredit: Instagram
      Fletcher had some kind words for JonesCredit: Instagram
      He has been plagued by injuries in recent years, making just five appearances since the start of the 2020/21 season.
      And now he has confirmed his Man Utd exit as he prepares to become a free agent in the summer.
      Shortly after the announcement on Friday, a video was shared by the club of technical director Fletcher, 39, talking to Jones on the side of the Old Trafford pitch.
      He had with him one of Jones’ Man Utd shirts from his Premier League triumph in 2013.
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      It was framed neatly with some pictures of the defender’s career highlights alongside it.
      And Fletcher said: “This is just a little memento from everyone at the club to say a big, massive congratulations on a wonderful career.
      “Obviously, as a team-mate and knowing what a great player you are.
      “The kit in the year you won the league as well so we thought it would be a nice touch. And we’d just like to say a big thank you for everything.
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      “You’re a great family man, great player, great team-mate. You went above and beyond for Manchester United every time you wore the badge, you played with your heart. I think the fans and everyone can recognise it.
      “What an unbelievable servant you’ve been to the club and we’d just like to wish you all the best in your future and you’re always welcome back at Old Trafford any time.”
      The video ends with Jones and Fletcher shaking hands, before the defender adds: “Thank you very much.”
      Jones made 229 appearances for Man Utd, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and Europa League.
      He also racked up 27 caps for England between 2011 and 2018.
      Jones turned down a testimonial and explained he did so because “there’d be only my mum and dad who would turn up”.
      But fans are keen to see him be given a grand farewell.
      Reacting to the video of Fletcher and Jones, one person said: “Let him play one last time.”
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      Another added: “Deserves a proper farewell.”
      While a third summed him up by replying: “The legend 🔥🔥🔥.” More

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      Man Utd suffer top four blow with Marcus Rashford a major doubt for must-win Bournemouth clash after training return

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      MARCUS RASHFORD is seemingly a doubt for Manchester United’s trip to Bournemouth.The forward had been due to return for Saturday’s must-win trip to the south coast after missing last week’s win over Wolves with injury.
      Marcus Rashford had returned to training this week after missing the win over WolvesCredit: Getty
      But boss Erik ten Hag revealed Rashford has fallen ill ahead of the game.
      When giving a squad update, he said: “So a positive, [Raphael] Varane is definitely available.
      “Scott [McTominay] joined in training. When we find how well he does in training, then we know if he will be in.
      “Rashy trained well the whole week but today he reported that he is ill.
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      “We have to see how he recovers during the day and see tomorrow.”
      Rashford sat out of the 2-0 win over Wolves last weekend with a leg injury before returning to training in the week.
      United go into the game against Bournemouth knowing three points, and a Liverpool defeat to Aston Villa, would confirm a top-four finish.
      And Ten Hag had been hoping to welcome Rashford back into the side for Saturday’s clash.
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      However, Ten Hag revealed it will be a game day decision as to whether Rashford is involved.
      In positive news, Raphael Varane is fit after returning in the win over Wolves after a month on the sidelines.
      Scott McTominay, who has been out since the middle of April, is also back in training.
      The Red Devils are one point ahead of Liverpool in fourth, but have a game in hand on their Anfield rivals. More

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      Arsenal ‘preparing opening proposal’ for Declan Rice.. but won’t kick start transfer talks yet for incredible reason

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      ARSENAL have prepared their opening proposal for Declan Rice but will not start negotiations just yet, according to reports. Rice, 24, has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates in the summer.
      Arsenal are preparing their opening offer for Declan RiceCredit: Getty
      But will not start transfer talks just yetCredit: Reuters
      The West Ham skipper has been earmarked for a £100million transfer.
      With reports suggesting Arsenal have a summer war chest of £200m, it is a fee they could afford.
      And according to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners are preparing their opening salvo as they seek to land the England International.
      However, talks between the two parties will not begin until June at the earliest.
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      Romano has revealed Arsenal will hold off on initiating talks until June at least.
      The reason for this is to “respect” West Ham.
      The Hammers’ victory over AZ Alkmaar on Thursday means they must now prepare for the Europa Conference League final – the club’s first European final in 47 years.
      Mikel Arteta and Co will be hoping this patience will be rewarded with smoother negotiations when the two clubs sit down to discuss a deal.
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      Arsenal could land two midfielders in the summer, depending on departures.
      Granit Xhaka is set to depart the club for a move to Bayer Leverkusen this summer, leaving the North London outfit needing to find a replacement as well.
      Moises Caicedo is another star who Arsenal have an interest in.
      They previously saw two bids for the Ecuador star rejected by Brighton in January, though Seagulls boss Roberto De Zerbi has hinted they are resigned to losing Caicedo this summer. More

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      Callum Wilson the only non-Manchester City player to feature in the best Dream Team XI of Game Week 34

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      WELL, it was bound to happen at some stage.With Manchester City on the brink of a treble, Game Week 34’s best XI features no fewer than TEN of Pep Guardiola’s troops.
      The gaffer who benefited from an extreme approach to the tune of 167 points was Chris Taylor, a fan of the Citizens as it happens.
      Let’s take a detailed look at how he topped the pile…
      The inception of the Callum Wilson to Man City transfer rumour
      Dream Team bosses may have been frustrated by Rodrigo’s (£3.5m) consolation goal for Leeds against City in Game Week 33 but Ederson (£4.8m) and company more than made up for that this past week.
      The champions elect kept Everton at bay at Goodison Park on Sunday before making it back-to-back clean sheets with an emphatic performance against Real Madrid on Wednesday night.
      Ruben Dias (£6.8m), Kyle Walker (£4.3m) and Manuel Akanji (£4.7m) all featured in both games and registered consecutive 7+ ratings too.
      The former incurred minus one point for a booking against the Spanish giants by that was more than offset by the latter’s headed goal in midweek.
      Chris’ goalkeeper and three defenders combined for 68 points!
      Bernardo cashed in on a favourable fixture in midweek…
      The main reason Chris eclipsed the many, many other gaffers who adopted a City-centric approach was his specific midfield selections.
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      Both Riyad Mahrez (£6.4m) and Jack Grealish (£5.2m) have provided plentiful points in recent months but between them they mustered just seven points this past week, 33 fewer than the combined returns of Bernardo Silva (£3.2m) and Ilkay Gundogan’s (£3.9m).
      The experienced German ran the show against the Toffees, finishing with two goals and an assist for a 20-point return while the Portugal international cashed in with two goals during that dominant first half at the Etihad in midweek.
      With 126 points to his name, Gundogan is the 15th-best asset in his position overall but just the sixth-best midfielder in City’s squad, such is scale of his side’s dominance.
      Erling Haaland’s (£10.2m) presence in the Team of the Week goes without saying though Thibaut Courtois’ damage-limiting saves forced the Norwegian poacher to settle for 11 points in Game Week 34.
      Not a Man City player!Credit: GETTY
      Julian Alvarez (£4.6m) applied the cherry on top of City’s Champions League semi-final triumph with his 15th goal in all competitions this season – not bad for an understudy.
      Despite relative limited minutes, the World Cup winner is the ninth-best forward in Dream Team at the time of writing.
      Last but by no means least, the only man to reside outside Manchetser, Callum Wilson (£5m)!
      Newcastle’s No9 bagged a brace at Elland Road on Saturday thanks to two penalties before he cashed in late against Brighton on Thursday evening with a goal and an assist in the final two minutes of normal time.
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      The 31-year-old banked 27 points when all was said and done to finish the Game Week as the top performer among all assets.
      Well played, Chris, good luck to you and all other gaffers ahead of Game Week 35! More