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      Mike Tyson gives prediction for Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk fight before handing Gypsy King career advice

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      FORMER heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has urged Oleksandr Usyk to stand his ground or risk losing his titles to Tyson Fury.Usyk and Fury have been embroiled in ongoing talks over a huge heavyweight clash since the Gypsy King successfully defended his WBC crown against Derek Chisora in December.
      Tyson has urged Usyk to stand his groundCredit: Getty
      He believes Fury will win the heavyweight clashCredit: Getty
      However, Tyson is convinced that Usyk won’t stand a chance if he doesn’t “stand and fight”.
      The 56-year-old told ID Boxing: “[Usyk] can’t run forever. Tyson’s going to get him in the corner, he’s going to get him with some punches, and he’s going to hurt him eventually.
      “He’s going to run all night. He has to stay and fight to win the fight. At some particular time, he’s going to have to stand and fight.
      “He can’t run and box all night – they’re not gonna give him the decision, now with Tyson. They want to see some fighting.
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      “After watching him and Deontay Wilder in a fight, they ain’t going to go for no running and hitting.”
      Although Tyson believes Fury will win the bout, he has urged the Gypsy King to fight more frequently.
      He added: “Tyson Fury is going to win, and I think Tyson should fight more. They take too much time in between fights.
      “I fought 15 times in one year. I’m a strong believer of four or five times a year, they should fight.”
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      While talks over the fight are still ongoing, some officials have started to hint that it may not go ahead.
      Speaking to iFL TV, Fury’s promoter Frank Warren said: “We’re getting to a situation where one way or another we’re going to have to make a decision.
      “And we’re not far off that.” More

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      Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky to ‘pay £150m for David Gold’s West Ham shares and become majority shareholder’

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      CZECH billionaire Daniel Kretinsky is keen to pay £150million for late West Ham co-owner David Gold’s shares and become the majority shareholder, according to reports.Kretinsky 47, joined the board back in 2021 having paid between £180m-200m for a 27 per cent stake.
      Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky is keen to take majority control of West HamCredit: AFP
      The Czech would like to buy late co-owner Gold’s 25 per cent stakeCredit: Getty
      However, a lot has changed since the Czech’s arrival in East London.
      Despite a summer transfer splurge to the tune of £160m, the Hammers are fighting relegation.
      And late co-owner, Gold, sadly passed away in January.
      Gold owned a 25 per cent share in the East London club alongside business partner David Sullivan – who remains on the board at the London Stadium.
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      The pair bought into the club in 2010.
      According to Football Insider, billionaire Kretinsky wants to buy Gold’s 25 per cent, which would make him the majority shareholder at West Ham.
      A £150m+ deal for Gold’s 25 per cent would take Kretinsky’s stake to 52 per cent, surpassing Sullivan’s 38.8 per cent.
      Kretinsky – who owns shares in Royal Mail – has previously stated that the strong Hammers fanbase was one of the driving factors in him investing.
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      He said in 2021: “The fan base is one of the reasons why I wanted to become part of the club.
      “West Ham supporters are among the most passionate and knowledgeable about their club and their football anywhere.
      “I understand that the move to London Stadium was initially difficult for some, but the atmosphere is incredible.
      “Gradual evolution is, in my opinion, the most healthy way to build a strong club on a firm basis and with the right attitudes and culture.”
      Whether West Ham’s uncertainty in the Premier League would play a role in Kretinsky hoovering up the shares is yet to be seen.
      The Hammers are sat two points above bottom after 25 games played.
      They were humiliated by Brighton on Saturday, running out 4-0 losers.
      Moyes’ men turned in a lacklustre, low-energy performance, leading to chants of: “You’re getting sacked in the morning.”
      However, according to various reports, despite West Ham’s shocking form, Moyes has the backing of the ownership. More

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      Liverpool hero Jamie Carragher takes hilarious pop at Gary Neville after Man Utd icon slammed Arsenal’s lack of leaders

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      LIVERPOOL icon Jamie Carragher hilariously trolled Gary Neville following Arsenal’s comeback against Bournemouth. Despite conceding the second-fastest goal in Premier League history – 9.11 seconds to Philip Billing – Arsenal fought back to claim a last-gasp winner through Reiss Nelson.
      Jamie Carragher trolled Gary Neville after Arsenal’s comeback against BournemouthCredit: PA
      And following the game, Carragher took a pop at his Sky Sports colleague, who has been a vocal sceptic of Arsenal throughout the season.
      Taking to Twitter, Carragher posted a video with the caption: “Leadership on show 👀.”
      In the video, Neville is seen questioning the leadership credentials in the Arsenal squad, particularly summer signing Oleksandr Zinchenko.
      Indeed, one part of the video repeats audio of Neville saying: “Zinchenko’s not a leader,” with the Ukraine star leading a team-talk in the background.
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      Neville has repeatedly claimed Manchester City would catch the Gunners before the season’s end.
      However, despite faltering somewhat last month, Mikel Arteta’s outfit remain five points clear at the top of the table.
      Indeed, Neville even suggested his beloved Manchester United would finish above Arsenal last month.
      Owing to the confidence in his prediction, Neville has agreed a cheeky bet with a fan if Arsenal win their first league title since 2004.
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      A fan on Twitter told Neville to: “Shave his head bald on the Emirates pitch on the last day of the season for charity,” if they win it.
      This did not appeal to Neville, who instead offered an alternative by stating: “I will wear an Arsenal shirt saying champions for you my friend!”
      Neville then revealed a punishment lays in store for the Gooner if Arsenal falter, as he added: “But if you lose it you all grovel on here and say ‘Sorry Gary’.” More

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      Watch Mikel Arteta’s brilliant response after shaking child pitch invader’s hand following Nelson’s Arsenal winner

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      ARSENAL manager Mikel Arteta has been praised by fans for the way he dealt with a young pitch invader following the club’s incredible 3-2 win over Bournemouth on Saturday.After going 2-0 down 12 minutes into the second half, the Gunners managed to complete an incredible comeback to steal all three points thanks to goals from Thomas Partey, Ben White and Reiss Nelson.
      Arteta shook hands with the child before realising that he shouldn’t be thereCredit: https://twitter.com/AFCFrediNho_/status/1632308253945200640/photo/4
      The Spaniard then ushered him to safetyCredit: https://twitter.com/AFCFrediNho_/status/1632308253945200640/photo/4
      So the Emirates unsurprisingly erupted as fans celebrated at full time.
      But as Arteta made his way on to the pitch, he was stopped by a young child who had climbed over the advertising boards.
      After shaking his hand, the Arsenal boss then ushered him to safety.
      Fans were quick to notice what had happened and took to Twitter to react.
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      One person commented: “Mikel looks like a concerned father.”
      Another added: “Looking out for those in need, my manager!”
      A third said: “It’s so nice of him to actually look for his parents.”
      While a fourth joked: “Arteta adding 5 year olds to the squad to lower their average age.”
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      Nelson scored the winning goal for the GunnersCredit: Getty
      There was complete pandemonium at the Emirates Stadium when super-sub Nelson fired home a sensational last-gasp winner to claim the three points for the Gunners.
      All Arsenal substitutes stormed onto the pitch along with some members of Arteta’s backroom staff to crowd the match winner.
      The Gunners retained their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table thanks to the dramatic finish. More

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      Manchester United and Liverpool set for transfer war over MLS and Serbia keeper Djordje Petrovic

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool are both looking at Serbian international keeper Djordje Petrovic.The bitter rivals square up at Anfield today and could also battle each other for the New England Revolution stopper.
      Djordje Petrovic in action for New England RevolutionCredit: Reuters
      Petrovic’s impressive displays have sparked interest from Manchester United and LiverpoolCredit: Reuters
      Both Premier League giants have doubts over the future of their back-up keepers.
      United are in contract talks with David de Gea but Tom Heaton’s deal expires this summer and Jack Butland is only on loan until June.
      Dean Henderson will return from his temporary spell at Nottingham Forest but is thought to see his future away from United.
      Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp faces a similar situation to United chief Erik ten Hag.
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      There is speculation about No2 Caoimhin Kelleher leaving Anfield, while third-choice Adrian looks likely to go when his deal expires this summer.
      Petrovic, 23, has earned rave reviews since going to America last April.
      He has made 25 appearances since his transfer and kept two clean sheets from two games this season.
      Last season, Petrovic recorded the best Post-Shot Expected Goals minus goals allowed value in the MLS with a value of 13.1.
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      The metric measures how many goals a keeper has prevented compared to a statistically average goalkeeper.
      This means Petrovic prevented 13.1 more goals than we would have been expected to last season.
      He also recorded an impressive 82.7 per cent save percentage and saved a third of the penalties he faced. More

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      ‘It burns’ – Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold reveals hilarious reaction to watching Man Utd lift the Carabao Cup

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      LIVERPOOL star Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed his brilliant reaction to seeing Manchester United lift the Carabao Cup. United claimed the Carabao Cup following a 2-0 win against Newcastle, taking the crown from last year’s champs Liverpool in the process.
      Manchester United lifted the Carabao Cup last weekCredit: Getty
      And Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed how he reacted to the matchCredit: Getty
      However, it also sees Man Utd move ahead in the trophy race, with United now back on top of English club’s success list with 67 trophies to the Reds 66.
      And Liverpool academy graduate Alexander-Arnold has revealed his hilarious reaction to the Red Devils lifting the trophy.
      Speaking to The Telegraph ahead of the hotly-anticipated clash, he said: “I watched the game, but as soon as they were getting ready for the trophy lift I turned off.
      “I thought, ‘There is no way I am watching that’.
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      “Knowing they lifted that trophy? It burns. Oh yeah. It definitely burns.”
      The two North West giants are in almost polar opposite positions to where they were 12 months ago.
      Liverpool were hunting for an unprecedented quadruple after winning the Carabao Cup, while United were struggling.
      Now it is Jurgen Klopp’s side who are struggling, and United who are on the hunt for a quadruple.
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      The England international added: “It shows you how football changes very quickly.
      “Look at Arsenal. At the end of last season everyone was talking about failure for not making the top four. All of a sudden they are leading in the title race.
      “In football terms, these changes really do happen overnight. It’s the same with Manchester United when you look at the difference now to last year.
      “Even the start of this season when they lost to Brentford. How many people were saying ‘here we go again?’ Now they’re flying. It happens.
      “That is why I am not going to allow myself to get over consumed with what has happened to us right now because I know in a few months, or possibly even weeks, it will change.
      “I am determined to keep level-headed and balanced about what has gone on.”
      Erik ten Hag’s side are in a strong vein of form and will be determined to earn the club’s first win at Anfield since 2016.
      But they may have to do so without Raphael Varane, who faces a late battle to be fit for the fixture.
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      Meanwhile, Liverpool have been boosted by the recent return of Virgil van Dijk, Diogo Jota and Roberto Firmino – though the latter’s agent confirmed he will leave at the end of the season.
      Ten Hag and Klopp issued joint statements ahead of the game urging supporters not to resort to chants about Munich and Hillsborough, which have marred the fixture in recent years. More

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      Chelsea star Ruben Loftus-Cheek wanted in £25m transfer by AC Milan with talks ‘already underway’ for midfielder

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      AC MILAN are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek.The 27-year-old is set to fall down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge when the summer transfer window opens, with Graham Potter and Todd Boehly looking to introduce some more additions to the first team.
      AC Milan want to sign Loftus-CheekCredit: Getty
      He has less than 18 months remaining on his current deal, so Blues chiefs are willing to cash-in on him if an appropriate offer is made.
      Various clubs have expressed an interest in signing him in recent months, including Crystal Palace and Lazio.
      But AC Milan have already opened talks with Chelsea over a potential switch, according to CalcioMercato.
      The Italian outlet reports that Milan boss Stefano Pioli wants to sign Loftus-Cheek as a replacement for out-of-favour midfielder Aster Vranckx.
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      But the Rossoneri will have to match Chelsea’s £25million valuation.
      If Loftus-Cheek did decide to make the switch to Italy, he will join former Blues team-mate Fikayo Tomori at the San Siro.
      Tomori signed a permanent deal with AC Milan in June 2021 after spending six months at the club on loan.
      He has since helped the club to a Serie A title.
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      Loftus-Cheek has made 23 appearances across all competitions for Chelsea this season.
      The Blues currently sit 10th in the Premier League table, 19 points adrift of league leaders Arsenal. More

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      Mikel Arteta gives ‘worrying’ Leandro Trossard injury update after forward limps off in thrilling win over Bournemouth

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      ARSENAL boss Mikel Arteta has given a “worrying” update on the injury of Leandro Trossard.The 28-year-old limped off after just 22 minutes in the thrilling 3-2 win against Bournemouth.
      Leandro Trossard pulled up with injury after 22 minutesCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      And Mikel Arteta has provided an updateCredit: Getty
      Arteta may have a real selection headache as the season reaches crunch point
      And Arteta has since provided an update on his situation.
      He said: “It is a worry, he came to me straight away and said he couldn’t continue.
      “He’d felt something when he was tracking back, so we had to take him off.
      “We’ll assess him and see how he is.”
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      Trossard has made an instant impact since arriving at the Emirates in January.
      Despite initially coming off the bench, Trossard has since played his way into the starting XI.
      The former Brighton forward has scored once and added two assists.
      His injury will come as a blow to Arsenal’s title hopes with a number of injuries already impeding the Gunners’ firepower.
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      Gabriel Jesus has handed Arsenal an injury boost with his expected return before the international break after being sidelined at the World Cup.
      However, deputy Eddie Nketiah missed training ahead of the Bournemouth game and was consequently left out the squad.
      However, it was the day of super subs for Arsenal as Reiss Nelson crashed home a last-gasp winner after half-time sub Ben White fired in the equaliser. More