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      Sky Sports forced to apologise as Sunderland star swears on live TV after last touch for club earns them promotion

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      SKY SPORTS were forced to apologise after Sunderland’s play-off hero Tom Watson accidentally swore live on air. Winger Watson – set for a £10million move to Brighton – sealed an incredible comeback for the Black Cats at Wembley. Tom Watson accidentally swore live on airHis finish in the 95th MINUTE sent Sunderland up to the Premier League – signing off in style. And emotions were running high in his post-match interview as he accidentally swore – with Sky forced to apologise. He said: “I think my celebration said it all, I can’t really put it into words to be honest, just look around it’s f***ing unbelievable.” Sky’s Jonathan Oakes said: “We must apologise for the language! We understand that you’re emotional.” READ MORE IN football Watson has come through Sunderland’s academy and spent three seasons as a first-team player. And after 30 games and ten goals this season, it earned him a Premier League move to Brighton after the two clubs agreed a £10m deal.He said: “We’ll see each other in the Premier League next year in the big time.” Sunderland have not been in England’s top flight since 2017 and found themselves in League One by 2018.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt then took four seasons until they were back up to the Championship – having beaten Wycombe in the play-off final. And after another three seasons in the second-tier, coming fourth this season, Sunderland were back at Wembley. It looked as though it would be heartache after Tyrese Campbell gave Sheffield United the lead. But Eliezer Mayenda and Watson turned the game on its head in a dramatic 15-minute period – sending the Black Cats back to the Prem.And Watson, who came off the bench on the 73rd minute, said: “I’ve been thinking about it for weeks, that story was written when I came off the bench.” Watson celebrates his winnerCredit: Getty More

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      Ruben Amorim ‘tells Alejandro Garnacho to LEAVE Man Utd after informing squad of his own future plans’

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      RUBEN AMORIM has reportedly told his Manchester United players he will remain at the club next season – but Alejandro Garnacho will not be. The under-fire manager offered to walk away without any compensation if the board and fans are no longer behind him. Alejandro Garnacho has reportedly been told by Ruben Amorim to find a new clubCredit: ReutersIt came in the aftermath of United’s 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham – who won their first trophy in 17 YEARS. But, the Old Trafford hierarchy are believed to be behind Amorim – who replaced Erik ten Hag in November. According to The Athletic, Amorim addressed players at the club’s Carrington training ground on Saturday to inform them of his own plans.And it was there that Garnacho is said to have been told to find a new team following a period of uncertainty at the club. READ MORE ON man utdThe Argentine was left out of the starting XI that was beaten by – despite starting in ten of their matches in the European campaign.United’s defeat in Spain – while sitting 16th in the Premier League – caps off a horror season.And Garnacho told Argentine press: “It’s hard for everyone. “The season was s***, both now losing the final tonight, and in the league, where we didn’t beat anyone, that’s the truth. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“Up until the final, I’ve played every round, and today to play 20 minutes… I don’t know. I’m going to try to enjoy the summer and see what happens after.”Garnacho’s brother Roberto then caused a stir following the winger’s cryptic message in Bilbao. FIRE SALE at Old Trafford! EVERY Man Utd Star Up for Grabs — Even Mainoo & Garnacho!He posted a picture of a dejected Garnacho and wrote: “Working as no one else, helping every round, coming from two goals in the last two finals, just to be on the pitch for 19 mins and get thrown under the bus.”The winger – linked with a move away in January – was benched against Spurs with Mason Mount and Amad Diallo operating as forwards.Amorim was probed on his decision to leave Garnacho out for Mount, to which he replied: “It’s easy to say that now.”Who missed the big opportunity in the first half in the semi-final? Garnacho. Football is like that.”Garnacho, 20, has played 58 times this season across all competitions, more than any other United player.He has 11 goals to his name and remains linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with Chelsea showing interest in January.Up until the final, I’ve played every round, and today to play 20 minutes… I don’t know. I’m going to try to enjoy the summer and see what happens after.GarnachoSunSport revealed how Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo are among the most at risk of being sold in the summer. United remain in a financial mess and selling two of the first team’s biggest assets is now a priority to ease the pressure.Bruno Fernandes has also suggested he could leave but United will not want to offload their skipper.Other players such as Marcus Rashford and Antony, who have been on loan at Aston Villa and Real Betis respectively, will also be sold in what is likely to be a turbulent summer at United.Amorim was asked in his final pre-match press conference of the season whether he has sought to clarify Fernandes and Garnacho’s futures. And he said: “I will speak with my players but my focus is the last game. I don’t know what is going to happen.“We have a plan — we were prepared for both situations, with or without Champions League. Read More on The Sun”We have an idea what type of squad we want. Now we have to focus on the game, we now have the last game and we have time to address those situations.”Garnacho hinted at leaving after Europa League final defeatCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      David Beckham enters Gary Neville stadium ban row with brutal dig at Nottingham Forest

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      DAVID BECKHAM weighed in on Gary Neville’s stadium ban with a cheeky dig at Nottingham Forest’s expense.Forest sensationally BANNED Neville from commentating at the City Ground on the final day of the season.Gary Neville was banned from covering Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea at the City GroundCredit: GettyNeville slammed Evangelos Marinakis for his public row with Nuno Espirito SantoCredit: Sky SportsDavid Beckham could not resist the cheeky dig at Forest’s expenseCredit: PAThe East Midlands outfit – who could still clinch Champions League football – blocked Sky Sports’ media accreditation request for Neville.The bombshell decision came after the former Manchester United defender criticised Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis.Neville labelled the Greek businessman’s public row on the pitch with manager Nuno Espirito Santo after the 2-2 draw with Leicester as “scandalous”. In a shock response, Forest refused to allow Neville to take to the gantry for the crunch clash with Chelsea in their Premier League finale. READ MORE ON GARY NEVILLENeville, 50, took to Instagram to break his silence and express his “disappointment” at the “unprecedented action”.And his close pal Beckham could not resist piling in on Forest.Becks, who co-owns Salford City with Neville, replied to the Instagram post with a brilliant comment.The ex-England captain, 50, quipped: “Must of been something to do with that 7-1 game back in the day,” followed by a laughing emoji.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe comment undoubtedly referred to United’s thumping win over Forest at the City Ground during the Treble-winning season in February 1999 in which both Beckham and Neville played the full 90 minutes.Incredibly, though, the result was actually 8-1 – as Beckham appeared to lose count of the score. Why these WILD Chris Wood & Morgan Rogers stats could spell disaster for Chelsea & Man Utd | Experts’ best bets – Weekend WagerDwight Yorke and Andy Cole scored two each before a sensational late quadruple from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Beckham’s comment racked up 26,000 likes by Saturday lunchtime.Jamie Carragher also got involved, simply typing a series of laughing emojis on the post while one fan joked: “Gary Neville and Bonnie Blue both banned from the City Ground,” in reference to the controversial adult content creator’s lifetime suspension. Neville added in his social media statement: “I was informed yesterday by Sky Sports that Nottingham Forest would not give me an accreditation or access to the stadium as a co-commentator. I’ve had no choice but to withdraw from the coverage.”I’ve dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action.While Forest have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 monthsGary Neville”Personally, I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision. “Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club.”I wish the coaching staff, players and fans of the club all the best in their quest to achieve Champions League football.”Sky chiefs are furious and are standing with Neville following Forest’s decision, and have totally revised their coverage plans for the final game of the season.A spokesperson told SunSport: “Sky Sports was subsequently informed by Nottingham Forest that Gary Neville would be denied accreditation to the match.Read More on The Sun“This was an unprecedented and unwelcome step.”As a result, Sky Sports has decided to revise its production plans and has taken the decision to present the game from Sky Studios in West London.”Beckham made reference to a thumping Manchester United win in 1999Credit: InstagramBeckham lost track of how many goals United stuck in Forest’s netCredit: GettyOle Gunnar Solskjaer scored four in a late blitz as the Red Devils won 8-1Credit: PA:Empics SportBecks joined in the celebrations during the Treble-winning seasonCredit: Getty More

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      ‘I switched the TV off’ – Jurgen Klopp left shocked and ‘disappointed’ by Liverpool fans booing Trent Alexander-Arnold

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      JURGEN KLOPP has criticised Liverpool fans who booed Trent Alexander-Arnold.The right-back is not signing a new contract at Anfield and will leave his boyhood club for Real Madrid this summer.Jurgen Klopp hit out at supporters that booed Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: PAHe brought a signed Alexander-Arnold shirt to auction off for charityCredit: PAAlexander-Arnold has been booed by Liverpool fans since his exit was confirmedCredit: Shutterstock EditorialSome Liverpool supporters have turned on the former fans’ favourite, booing him when he was subbed on against Arsenal two weeks ago.Klopp attended an LFC Foundation fundraising event last night and brought along a signed Alexander-Arnold shirt to auction off.The legendary boss defended the player and hit out at the reaction to his departure.Klopp said: “I don’t want to tell anybody what they shall think, I don’t want to tell you what you have to think.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”But I can tell you what you think is wrong. That’s what I can do.”Because I’m an old man and I don’t waste time hiding my opinion.”Trent Alexander-Arnold is one of the players that made it all happen. “This boy, 18-years-old, scored a free-kick in Hoffenheim where if he doesn’t score that we don’t qualify for the Champions League.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”Against Barcelona he did the most cheeky thing in the world and set up the goal for 4-0, a result and a game which will not happen again.”I don’t tell you that you should not be disappointed, you should not be angry. I tell you don’t forget. This club doesn’t forget. We are famous for not forgetting, we don’t forget anything. Slot sends message to Liverpool fans who booed Trent Alexander-Arnold but vows to keep playing him”I watched the game where he came on and I heard the booing. “I switched the telly off because, honestly, I could not have been more disappointed in this moment. “This is not us. 100 per cent not us. Be angry, don’t understand, whatever.”This boy, I was there everyday, if he didn’t give everything I would tell you now. But everyday he gave absolutely everything to this badge.”Now he decided after 20 years at this club that he wants to go somewhere else. “Why didn’t he sign a new contract?’ I hear this from fans, this money discussion: ‘He goes without a transfer fee’.”If somebody should be angry about that it’s the owners, but they are not.”He wears the Liverpool badge in the skin. But now he plays for another club. We decide how we deal with that.”Klopp’s passionate speech was met by applause from the fans at the event.Team-mate Mo Salah previously criticised the booing, saying: “I was surprised because it is not how we act as Liverpool fans.“The fans have been harsh with him. He didn’t deserve that because he gave it all to the fans.Read More on The Sun“We always appreciate the people who came here, even if it was for six months.”He deserves the best farewell leaving the club. He has done a lot for the city and a lot for the club.” More

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      Mo Salah made secret pact with Arne Slot before the season that helped Liverpool win Premier League title

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      MO SALAH and Arne Slot made the secret pact that took Liverpool to the title and made him Player of the Year.The campaign began with Anfield shrouded in doubts – especially over whether Salah would sign a new deal and how Slot might handle the strain of being Jurgen Klopp’s successor.Mo Salah and Arne Slot made a pact at the start of the seasonCredit: EPABut Salah revealed how he was certain he could make the Dutchman a Prem champ in exchange for a pledge from the new manager.Slot kept his word and so did the Kop’s Egyptian king as he reveals how over a series of discussions between the pair he declared: “I was very honest.“I told him: ‘with me, you are going to win the Premier League but I have to feel really comfortable with the way we play.’“He was very honest with me, we had a few honest conversations and he said to me: ‘OK, I will get the best out of you. I will put you in a situation where you feel comfortable but I need you to provide the numbers’.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLProvide those numbers Salah, just crowned the Football Writers Association’s player of the year for a third time, certainly did.In what became a cruise to the crown he has set a new Prem high for a 38 – game season of 28 goals and 18 assists.He needs two more goal involvements in tomorrow’s last game of the season against Crystal Palace to claim history by overtaking the joint record of 47 held by Alan Shearer and Andy Cole set over 42 matches.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWhat’s more Salah will spend at least two more seasons with Liverpool having agreed a near – £400,000 a week new deal when he admits that the one pre – season doubt he did have was whether the club would come up with the numbers to make him stay.Most read in FootballPart of his concern was over the fact that owners Fenway Sports Group had always made age a number for older players.Cheeky Mo Salah reveals Liverpool’s Premier League title felt way better without Klopp, Mane and FirminoHe explained: “There is always a time either now or later when it is going to happen (Salah leaving) but I love this club.“I always wanted to stay but I know my value and I was waiting for the club to arrive to the right point where me and the club are both going to be happy so that’s why the contracts took so long.“Based on the club history, because the club treated players of 30 or 31 in different ways I wasn’t clear in my head that I was going to stay 100 percent.”Salah, who has equalled Thierry Henry’s record of three FWA awards, couldn’t be happier with the way it has all worked out for him – and for the former Feyenoord manager.His content is based not only on his own personal pride over what he says was a “crazy season, a crazy year” but also on the warm respect he has developed for Slot.The 32-year-old stresses: “It’s so special, I have a good relationship with him and I am very respectful towards him and his staff because we all work really hard.“At the beginning, we had that conversation, he asked me for stuff he wanted me to do.“I asked him and put me in the positions and situations where I can really provide numbers and our relationship is very good and it’s working well.“And he has improved me, absolutely. Now he will have to deal with me a bit longer!“I’ve always believed there’s always room to improve and I think he did it very well and you see the numbers this year and I feel very happy about it.Salah has been incredible this seasonCredit: ReutersHe is set to win the Premier League Golden Boot yet againCredit: Reuters“I would give him half the credit and the other half to my teammates because they always help me in the situations to give me the ball or be at the right spot so they can pass the ball and I score.”Salah also speaks warmly of the bond he has always had with the fans, even throughout a campaign of questions over whether he would go, or like skipper Virgil van Dijk, also sign on for another two years.He says: “My relationship with the fans, I see it as very special.“They see me as an honest guy and they could see that straight away.“I think that’s why our relationship is special and that’s why they love me. I don’t hide the stuff, I always share.”He has improved me, absolutely. Now he will have to deal with me a bit longer!Mo Salah on Arne SlotHaving picked up the FWA prize at an awards dinner on Thursday night he can now look forward to an even brighter future with Slot – and makes another vow.He says: “One game to go, I broke the record for 38 games so I am going to go fully focused for the last game and hopefully I can get two goals or assists.“So I go again next year to break records again!”There are no doubts for him that he can keep doing so either, even if he turns 33 next month.The daddy of them all throughout Liverpool’s Prem history insists: “People need to realise that in the last five or ten years players start hitting their peak when they are 30 and upwards.“When they have more experience and can manage their emotions and can provide big numbers.Read More on The Sun“Football has changed now, people take care of themselves, if you try to do everything right you are going to play until you decide it’s time to retire.“I said the other day I will probably play until I’m 39, 40 … until the kids tell you: ‘It’s OK, you leave football now and you stay with us!” More

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      ‘Very different to Wrexham’ – Gary Neville and David Beckham WON’T pour millions into Salford as they outline ‘project’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville outlined the plan he and David Beckham have for Salford City after their recent takeover of the club.Neville and Beckham, both 50, led a new consortium and gained control of the League Two side earlier this month by buying out shares from fellow Class of 92 icons Nicky Butt, Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs and Phil Neville. Manchester United legend Gary Neville outlined the plan he and David Beckham have for Salford CityBeckham and Neville completed the takeover of Salford earlier this monthNeville insists he and Beckham won’t pour millions in SalfordThe United greats have teamed up with businessman Declan Kelly and Lawn Tennis Association chairman Lord Mervyn Davies after major backer Peter Lim stepped away last year. The former England internationals have big plans as they are determined to get the League Two outfit in the Championship within the next five years.Ever since their arrival in 2014, Salford got promoted from the Northern Premier League Division One North to the EFL in five years, but they have remained in the fourth tier ever since.Neville told The Overlap Fan Debate, on behalf of Sky Bet: “Shares in a football club for most owners, other than the passion and the feelings you get from it, you’re a reliability from an investment perspective more than an asset.Read More on Football”We’ve put money into Salford and in January we just thought we needed to get a group of people involved, who we could trust.”Me and Becks [Beckham] agreed that we would put money in for the next four or five years, which is a commitment we’ve all made.”Salford City won’t be changing the budget – to reverse out of the model we already have, you need two or three years. “You can’t go from investing to becoming sustainable that quick – you need to look at players’ contracts for three years and you’ve generally got a model that you’ve built which you can’t come away from.”Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSuccessful celebrity-owned clubs have risen to prominence in recent years and many are hoping Salford will follow suit.Wrexham have earned three successive promotions from the National League to the Championship under Hollywood celebrity owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.’Were we not good enough-‘ – Man Utd legend Roy Keane takes cheeky dig at David Beckham over 50th birthday snubAnd Birmingham won the League One title this season and will join the Red Dragons in the second division with NFL legend Tom Brady as minority owner.However, Neville is adamant things will be “very different” compared to Wrexham and Birmingham.The Man Utd hero insists millions will not be poured but instead he and Beckham will focus on turning the club into a “good football project” that will be very close to the local community.Neville added: “We just need to change the model of the club slightly, in fact quite a bit. It’s very different than Wrexham and Birmingham – you’re talking about millions going into those clubs. “That’s not what we’re looking to do with Salford. We want Salford to be a good football project.”Salford City has the cheapest ticket prices in the EFL. On day one, I committed to the fans that we would be the most affordable and accessible football club. I’d rather go down than do that [be unsustainable].”Neville is adamant Salford won’t follow Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds’ example with WrexhamThe same goes for Birmingham City, where NFL legend Tom Brady is a minority owner More

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      Sky Sports pundit makes Ruben Amorim sacking prediction amid Man Utd’s ‘most complicated post-Sir Alex Ferguson dilemma’

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      LIVERPOOL icon Jamie Carragher has claimed that Manchester United must start to consider Ruben Amorim’s future at Old Trafford.The Red Devils have endured a terrible season which took another bad turn on Wendesday.Jamie Carragher believes Ruben Amorim’s future is in doubtCredit: PARuben Amorim and Man Utd lost the Europa League final to TottenhamCredit: GettyUnited suffered a 1-0 loss to Spurs in the Europa League final, leaving them without European football ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.As a result, they will miss out on £100million worth of revenue from a cut in sponsorship income, TV earnings and gate receipts.To make matters worse, United could finish the Premier League season as low as 17th in the table – just one place above the relegation zone.Amid the club’s ongoing woes, Sky Sports pundit Carragher believes that United officials must start questioning whether or not Amorim is the right man to carry the club forward.READ MORE ON MAN UTDIn his column for The Telegraph this week, he wrote: “At some point during their post-season review of a dire campaign, someone in the Manchester United boardroom will need the courage to ask the toughest question: ‘Did we appoint the wrong manager at the wrong time?'”Sir Jim Ratcliffe may still believe Ruben Amorim is one of the best young coaches of his generation.”He may think that, had Amorim not joined United last November, he would have been hired by another top European club and excelled.”He may also be sure that if United had the same funds to rebuild the team as Amorim’s predecessors had at their disposal, it would be a question of when, not if, United return to the top of the English and European game.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”But in the aftermath of a dismal Europa League final defeat by Tottenham Hotspur, the dilemma around Amorim is more complicated than for any of those who have tried and failed at Old Trafford since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement.”Carragher added: “The much-anticipated tactical innovations, and development of younger players, have been non-existent.Ruben Amorim offers to quit Man Utd ‘without any conversation about compensation’ if board want him goneThe Red Devils could finish as low as 17th in the Premier League tableCredit: Getty”The only successful game-changing strategy Amorim has offered is throwing Harry Maguire up front for the final few minutes of European games.”The Liverpool icon concluded by suggesting that while United might back Amorim now, they will have to reassess if the club endure a slow start to the 2025-26 campaign: “At United, the board appears to be more sympathetic than ruthless, but that will not last if there is no sign of improvement after a full pre-season.”So far, every big call of the Ratcliffe era has backfired. Ten Hag kept his job after a shock FA Cup final win. Amorim is likely to be backed after a shocking cup final performance.”Once more, it feels like United are keeping the faith more in hope than expectation.”United face Aston Villa on the final day of the season this weekend.The Red Devils then jet off to Malaysia for a post-season friendly against ASEAN All-Stars. More

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      Thomas Tuchel hints Phil Foden is still affected by vile Man Utd chants about his mum as he explains England absence

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      THOMAS TUCHEL has revealed why he left Phil Foden out of the latest England squad.The Manchester City ace was a surprise omission from the latest Three Lions announcement on Friday morning.Thomas Tuchel has revealed why Phil Foden has been left out of the England squadCredit: PAFoden was subjected to vile chants about his mum during the Manchester Derby in AprilCredit: AlamyTuchel has claimed that “injury and performance” factors are behind his absence from the upcoming international break.But he also appeared to suggest that Foden remains affected by the offensive chants he was subjected to about his mum during the Manchester Derby in April.Tuchel told talkSPORT: “It’s a little bit different, because Phil had difficult times in his last camp. I loved Phil as a person in the camp, he was fantastic.”I love his talent and the ability that he showed in training with us, simply outstanding. There’s no doubt about it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He struggled even before last camp to show it in the club, he struggled with in camp to feel the freedom and the excitement that is part of his game.”Things were not so easy for him, they became a bit more complicated after the Manchester derby.”On a personal level what happened in the Manchester derby with the fans, and then also on a physical level that he’s still suffering from ankle problems, cannot get rid of it.”So putting all in the mix, we thought it’s better. It’s the moment now for Phil to take a breath, to not be with us, which was also very hard for because I admire him a lot, and I like him a lot.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But we thought it’s better he took care of his ankle, fully pain free, and no reason for holding back and being fit for the Club World Cup.”So it was a mix between injury and performance wise.”New footage shows Phil Foden’s reaction to Man Utd fans’ sick chant aimed at his mum The Man City star recently opened up about his injury issues and mental healthCredit: GettyFoden was on the receiving end of vile chants about his mum during the 0-0 draw between Manchester United and Man City at Old Trafford earlier this year.City boss Pep Guardiola condemned the shocking treatment of the midfielder at full-time, stating: “It was a lack of class. We are so exposed in football — managers, owners and players especially.”I don’t understand the mind of the people involving the mum of Phil.”It’s a lack of integrity, class, and they should be ashamed.”Foden has experienced a drop in form this season and recently put it down to mental burnout and injury problems.He said: “It’s been a frustrating season for me. I’ve had a lot of things going on off the pitch mentally. It’s one of them, sometimes there’s things in life that are bigger than football.”This season I’ve struggled a little bit. Hopefully come next year I can get my head mentally right and get back where I left off the season before, because I know what I’m capable of doing and the quality I have.”The club have been so supportive, I can’t thank them enough. I know if everything was okay, I’d definitely be better on the field.”Sometimes things happen and you have to deal with it and move on.”Obviously it’s a difficult situation for me with the internationals right around the corner. It’s something we have to speak about with the club and national team, to see if it’s better to rest and get my ankle fully 100 percent back how I want it.”I just don’t know at the moment, it’s a conversation to be had and we’ll see what happens.”I just need a few weeks off, without playing football, and obviously I can’t get it at the moment. It’s a bit frustrating to play with niggles like this.”A lot of people don’t know what football players have to go through, and play with. I’ve had a lot of ankle pain and playing with it in the last couple of months. Some people don’t see what we go through.”Read More on The SunAlongside Foden, the likes of Harry Maguire and Jarrod Bowen have missed out on a place in the squad.Marc Guehi and Marcus Rashford are unavailable due to injury, with Adam Wharton dropping down to the Under-21s. More