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CHELSEA legend John Terry won over Manchester United fans with his “spot on” football take.The former England captain and five-time Premier League winner hasn’t always been the most popular man at Old Trafford.Man Utd fans agreed with a hot football take from Chelsea legend John TerryCredit: GettyTerry famously slipped over while missing a penalty in Chelsea’s 2007 Champions League defeat to United.And Red Devils fans to this day still sing about the moment with their “Viva John Terry” chant.But many softened their stance on the Blues icon after he was asked a curious question on TNT Sports.Terry is widely considered to be one of the best center-backs in history, and arguably the greatest-ever in the Premier League.READ MORE ON CHELSEAIn front of a camera, Terry was asked to quickly choose between three other title winning centre-backs in a game of ‘Start, Bench, Sell’.JT was given the options of Man Utd favourite Nemanja Vidic, fellow ex-Red Devil Gary Pallister and current Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk.Terry laughed as he pondered the options before delivering a verdict that delighted United fans.Terry said: “I’m going to, I love Gary Pallister, but I’m going to have to sell Gary Pallister.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJT said he would start Nemanja VidicCredit: GettyVirgil van Dijk was on Terry’s benchCredit: ReutersGary Pallister was the player he soldCredit: Getty“I’m going to bench Virgil, and I’m going to start Nemanja Vidic.”This saw United fans hails Terry’s decision.John Terry’s prediction comes true as footage emerges of Chelsea legend calling Blues star ‘really, really good playerOne said: “Spot on.”Another declared: “He knows ball.”One noted: “Proper player talking common sense.”Another added: “Finally a football person.”Terry’s hot take comes after he revealed he BLOCKED a Chelsea flight from leaving after a heated row with ex-boss Andre Villas-Boas over first-class seats.Reflecting on the 2011 incident, JT said: “We get on the plane, we get on and I’m sitting in economy on a 13-hour flight and we’ve got Josh McEachran, Nathaniel Chalobah, couple of other young players in first class.”And this was part of AVB’s going, ‘No, no. No player’s bigger than me. Everyone’s the same.'”So I’m on the plane going, ‘No, no, we’re not going anywhere until these young players go back in economy and the first-team players that have built this club to where it is today go back in first’.”This was one of his first things in front of everyone, in the end it spins so all first-team players fly first, younger players go back in economy.READ MORE SUN STORIES”That’s how it should be, these younger players are striving to be where we’ve got and he tried to make a statement on day one and he failed instantly because I promise you, the plane wasn’t going.”And, it would have gone without myself, Frank and Didier.”Was John Terry right?Let’s take a look at the trio’s Premier League stats:
Nemanja Vidic (start)

Games: 211

Losses: 27

Clean Sheets: 95

Virgil van Dijk (bench)

Games: 260

Losses: 44

Clean Sheets: 101

Gary Pallister (sell)

Games: 261

Losses: 49

Clean Sheets: 104 More

IT’S tough to find two sides that hate each other more than Arsenal and Tottenham.Both halves of North London will do anything to get one up on their bitter rivals.The North London derby is always a feisty occasionCredit: GettyAnd things can turn pettyCredit: GettyAnd ahead of the potentially title-deciding North London derby this Sunday, SunSport take a look back at when things got petty between the two clubs…Ground Designs Arsenal moved from Highbury to the Emirates Stadium in 2006, taking their capacity up from 38,000 to 60,000.So when Spurs announced plans to build a new home down White Hart Lane, they of course had to go one step further than their rivals.The architects deliberately ensured Tottenham’s ground would be bigger and installed 62,850 seats to secure a little win in the stands.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFellow rivals West Ham got in on the act after a cheeky Hammers-supporting builder buried a claret and blue scarf in the Spurs stadium’s foundations. Real talkTottenham chief Daniel Levy hatched an ambitious plan to scupper Arsenal’s transfer dealings in 2013.At the same time they were selling Gareth Bale to Real Madrid for a then world-record fee of £85.1m, Arsenal were in talks to sign Mesut Ozil from the Spanish giants for £42.5m.During negotiations, Levy reportedly tried to insert a clause into the Bale deal that would prevent Real Madrid from selling players to the Gunners.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHad it been a success, it would have stopped Ozil moving to the red half of North London.But, of course, Levy was not able to get one over Arsenal as the German star still made his switch.Daniel Levy tried to stop Real Madrid selling players to ArsenalCredit: Action ImagesMeet the stunning WAGs of the North London derbySol searchingOnly 15 players have ever played for both Tottenham and Arsenal.And by far the most controversial is Sol Campbell.The England defender promised to sign a new contract at Spurs – but instead allowed his deal to run out so he could move to Arsenal on a free transfer.Tottenham fans have labelled him “Judas” ever since.Spurs fans turned on Sol Campbell when he left them for ArsenalCredit: Times Newspapers LtdWil I neverArsenal players celebrated winning the FA Cup in 2015 in style during the club’s trophy parade.Jack Wilshere, who appeared worse for wear, gave fans an unexpectedly iconic moment.He grabbed the microphone and shouted: “I have one question, and one question only: what do we think of Tottenham?” The crowd said “s**t” back and the rest of the chant begun.Wilshere also kicked-off other anti-Spurs songs from the top of the bus.Wilshere sung anti-Spurs chants at Arsenal’s paradeCredit: PA:Press AssociationCar BlimeyEmmanuel Petit worked with Arsene Wenger at Monaco but in 1996 was seemingly ready to join Spurs.He was in London meeting with then owner Alan Sugar and after talks he asked for a taxi back to his hotel at Tottenham’s expense.Wenger heard Petit was in town and got the driver to change route and stop off at the legendary manager’s house.In the end, the French midfielder chose Arsenal and he went on to win the Premier League and FA Cup double in 1998.Double troubleBack in 2014, Theo Walcott wound up Spurs fans with a cheeky gesture.The winger went down injured and received abuse from Spurs’ away end as he was carried around the pitch on a stretcher. Walcott responded by holding his fingers up to show the current 2-0 scoreline at the time he was subbed off.So simple. So petty.Theo Walcott made a 2-0 gesture at TottenhamCredit: Getty Images – GettyPicture thisAfter winning 2-0 away from home last season, Gabriel Martinelli threw a red and white scarf on Spurs’ Spidercam.One fan posted on social media at the time: “The disrespect, love it!”Arsenal threw a scarf on Spurs’ SpidercamCredit: GettyCelebrate good timesThe North London derby is always a fiery clash and players can’t resist a dig when they find the back of the net.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn recent years, Bukayo Saka copied James Maddison’s trademark darts celebration after scoring against Spurs.And Eric Dier and Son Heung-min have put fingers on their lips after finding the target in front of Arsenal fans at the Emirates.Tactics Exposed: Why Kai Havertz is Arsenal’s most important playerBy Dean Scoggins
KAI HAVERTZ endured a difficult start to life at the Emirates after his big-money move from Chelsea.
But has now well and truly found his feet.
The German, 24, has found his scoring boots in recent weeks, including his double against his old club.
But Havertz has been providing much more than goals in recent months.
In fact he has become Mikel Arteta’s most important player as Arsenal go for the title.
That’s after the Spanish boss made a genius tactical switch.
Click here to read all about it.
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ROY KEANE and Ian Wright got embroiled in a heated debate over Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.Fernandes, 29, has cut quite the controversial figure amid United’s turbulent campaign as although he has stood out on the pitch he still has attracted criticism over his frequent tantrums.Arsenal legend Ian Wright and Manchester United great Roy Keane argued over Bruno FernandesMan Utd captain Fernandes has shown immense talent but his tantrums have led to criticismCredit: PASome have argued that although the playmaker possesses undeniable talent he still doesn’t deserve to wear the Red Devils’ armband as his outbursts never inspire his teammates.However, Arsenal legend Ian Wright backed the Portugal international and claims this sort of attitude comes from the fact that he is a “winner” with high standards.Wright said during the latest edition of Stick to Football: “I think Bruno is a winner. He’s frustrated. Whatever we say, he has his faults where he waves his arms up but he’s the kind of player that is trying [to change things].”However, United legend Roy Keane, who is considered as one of the club’s greatest skippers, strongly disagreed with Wright’s assessment as Fernandes has “won nothing”.Read More on FootballKeane fired back: “He’s won nothing in his career, he’s 29 years of age. What has he won in his career?”Wright responded: “He’s won nothing. But, irrespective of wanting to be a winner, his standards are high.”If you take Bruno out of Man United we’re talking about players who haven’t improved. If he’s not doing what he’s doing United are nowhere near where they are.”He’s frustrated, he probably sees it in training every day, people not up to the standards of what he’s looking for and it spills over into a Saturday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Because he [still] brings ‘it’ when we say about his histrionics, he brings it. If Man United are saved in a game it’s probably him who’s going to do it. He’s got every right to be upset with them because they should be doing better.”Keane conceded that Fernandes is “talented” but insists he hasn’t lived up to expectations as captain as he claims he doesn’t help his teammates improve.Roy Keane’s Biggest TV Rants Keane replied: “I think he is a talented boy. But does he help people out and does he make others around him better? The answer is 100 per cent no. He does like to dig them out, which is fine, but you’ve also got to drag the others along.”Would you like to be in that United dressing room today with these guys going, “Not sure about him, I think he’s OK when we’re winning but we’re not going to be winning every time’.”How do you stop that momentum and flex your muscles in games? That’s what I want. We talk about talented players but sometimes it’s about personalities in big games and getting you over the line in big games.”That led to a heated back-and-forth argument between the Sky Sports pundits.Wright said: “Bruno has got that,” before Keane retorted: “Where is the evidence? Where is the evidence?” And Wright replied: “The way he plays and the way he saves the club.”Keane fired back: “Saves the club? Look, he’s won nothing in his career. He’s won nothing in his career. Look at his CV. if he’s one of your best players there’s a responsibility.”Fernandes has shone bright during Man Utd’s turbulent campaign More