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FANS were convinced Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers stole Cole Palmer’s trademark celebration – but not all is as it seems. England star Palmer, who joined Chelsea for £45million from Manchester City this season, got the nickname “Cold” Palmer for his ice-cool form.Fans were convinced Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers stole Cole Palmer’s trademark celebrationCredit: PAPalmer has made the celebration his trademark this seasonCredit: RexAnd to accommodate the moniker, Palmer started to celebrate by putting his arms to his shoulders in a chilly fashion. So when Rogers pulled off the same celebration against the Blues fans thought it had been nabbed.But Palmer actually admitted he only started doing the celebration as a nod to his former City academy team-mate. He said in December: “My boy Morgs did one for Middlesbrough, so I told him I’d do it too if I scored.”Most read in FootballRogers had doubled Villa’s lead after a Marc Cucurella own goal put the host’s in the lead. But Chelsea fought back to level through Noni Madueke and Conor Gallagher.Axel Disasi thought he had headed a late winner only for it to be chalked off by VAR for a foul in the build up. Rogers was probed on his celebration after the game and he said: “Yeah, he (Palmer) definitely copied me, it’s my celebration! Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Check the timeline, I did it first.” The two came up in City’s youth system together and Rogers hailed Palmer’s breakthrough season. He said: “He’s one of my closest friends not just in football but life generally so to see him doing so well I couldn’t be more proud of him.”I think he’s now showing everyone what I and a lot of people knew he could do two or three years ago so it’s a pleasure to see.” More

BEN WHITE has been lauded by fans for a creative piece of gamesmanship before Arsenal’s opening goal versus Spurs.The Arsenal defender tried to unsettle Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario as the Gunners prepared to take a corner during the North London Derby.Ben White pestered Gugliemo Vicario at a corner by trying to undo his glovesIt helped too as Arsenal scored from the resulting cornerWhite stood next to Vicario and as well as the usual pushing and shoving, he appeared to try to undo the keeper’s gloves.Twice Vicario tried to push White off but the Gunners star remained persistent and his pestering paid off.Seconds later Arsenal opened the scoring from the resulting corner as Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg headed into the back of his own net, with Vicario helpless.Fans loved White’s underhand tactics and began applauding his deviousness.READ MORE ON ARSENALOne said: “Ben white you absolute madman 💀😂”Another added: “This guy is a pest 😹”A third wrote: “Ben White s***housery on the opposing goalkeepers is brilliant. Love him.”And another commented: “He is so good at this. Leaves the crime scene before the goal.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSArsenal clearly did their homework from set-pieces as Kai Havertz also headed in from a corner at the near post to make the score 3-0.That came after the Gunners added a brilliant second on the counter-attack as Havertz’s long ball found Bukayo Saka who cut in and slotted in a low left-footed finish.Mikel Arteta picks a fight with Premier League supercomputer after he is told Arsenal’s chances of title More

KOBBIE MAINOO and Christian Eriksen have “caught the Casemiro bug”, according to Tim Sherwood.The former Tottenham and Aston Villa manager, 55, was covering Manchester United’s home clash with Burnley on Soccer Saturday.Kobbie Mianoo drew criticism for his performance in the 1-1 draw against BurnleyCredit: AlamyChristian Eriksen also got singled out for his effortsCredit: GettyThe Red Devils’ miserable mood continued as they failed to pick up a win against the relegation-threatened Clarets.Antony put the hosts in front with a good finish into the corner but Andre Onana gifted Burnley a late penalty, which Zeki Amdouni rolled in to rescue a point. And Sherwood was not afraid to pile in on Erik ten Hag’s side – and picked out the two midfielders for particular criticism. He said: “The worrying thing is that the midfield does not run, when the ball gets played behind them their heads start wobbling.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”That’s down to the manager telling them and identifying it. “Kobbie Mainoo, I like him, I really like him, but he has caught the Casemiro bug where he is jogging around the pitch. “Christian Eriksen is the same – he is one of the most honest players you’re ever going to find.”I think it is a culture there. Not willing to run. They aren’t running enough. They need to be able to run.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”If I was Kobbie’s agent or youth-team coach I would say to him, ‘When you first went into the team you ran around with a desire. You’re not doing that at the moment. Don’t fall into the trap of what they’re doing, you don’t have good examples there.’”Mainoo, 19, has been a rare shining light for United this season, cementing himself as a regular starter and breaking into the England squad ahead of Euro 2024. Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?But he was unable to have the desired impact against Burnley as Ten Hag dragged the fan-favourite off with 65 minutes played, prompting widespread boos around Old Trafford. Eriksen, 32, meanwhile, lasted until the 81st minute – without stamping his authority or quality on the game either. Sherwood added: “Another bad performance. Another performance without any style or playing identity. “No DNA, which Dan Ashworth will be looking for when he comes in and Jason Wilcox.Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
Jamie Carragher – Sacked
“I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
“To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
Louis Saha – On the fence
“I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
Alan Shearer – Sacked
“I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

“They’ve got their work cut out there, that’s for sure. They need to see a playing identity. “Ten Hag has not just come into the job, he’s been there long enough. He has his own players. I can’t see what they do.READ MORE SUN STORIES”In possession, they are all about moments and out of possession they are a shambles. They really are.”Manchester United want to be like Arsenal and Man City but they are miles away from that.”There were boos when Erik ten Hag took Mainoo offCredit: ReutersTim Sherwood was scathing in his assessment of UnitedCredit: Getty More

EMOTIONAL Bruno Guimaraes admitted he “wanted to cry” after an incredible gesture from Newcastle supporters.Fan-favourite Guimaraes, 26, has been a revelation for the Magpies since joining from Lyon in 2022.Bruno Guimaraes is feeling the love of the Newcastle fansCredit: RexThe Toon Army produced this stunning Brazilian tribute to the midfielder and JoelintonCredit: GettyHowever, his strong performances have inevitably led to transfer interest from other clubs hoping to poach the Brazilian midfielder.SunSport revealed PSG could trigger his £100m release clause for a summer swoop, but the Toon Army wanted to make sure Guimaraes knows just how much he is loved at St James’ Park.So ahead of the 5-1 thumping win over Sheffield United on Saturday, Newcastle fans unveiled an incredible giant Brazil flag in the Gallowgate End.The special display was organised by Wor Flags as they made their feelings clear about Guimaraes – and compatriot Joelinton who has signed a new contract.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLA banner was also unfurled before kick-off – in Portuguese – which translated as: “From Aliança and Rio to Newcastle upon Tyne, a home away from home. “Joelinton and Bruno, our Brazilian Geordies.”After shaking hands with the Blades players, Guimaraes headed towards the giant mural in the stand and applauded the fans.And speaking to Newcastle’s club media after the win in which he grabbed the second goal and kissed the badge, he revealed just how much the tribute meant.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGuimaraes said: “I was speaking with Joe [Joelinton] in the changing room. “We wanted to cry. It was very special. ‘Angel’ Newcastle star Joelinton rescued his manager in Subway after he fainted buying a sandwich”I made an effort not to cry on the pitch because it was very beautiful.”My family were very happy, so thank you to the fans, they have been unbelievable with me.”He later tweeted: “I’ve never been so grateful! Thank you for everything, NUFC fans. What a day! I will never forget it.”An indescribable feeling I was able to experience this afternoon. Gratitude, love, respect, and partnership. How ‘big angel’ Joelinton rescued boss after he fainted in Subway
NEWCASTLE cult hero Joelinton rescued his old boss after he fainted in Subway.
And coach Pellegrino Matarazzo still calls the Brazilian his ‘angel’.
Matarazzo was Joelinton assistant manager during the midfielder’s spell in Germany with Hoffenheim.
Recalling the scary incident, the Matarazzo revealed: “I was standing in the queue and I wasn’t feeling well.
“I tried to go over to the Coca-Cola machine to quickly get a drink.
“I realised I was about to faint, and I did faint.
“When I opened my eyes I saw Joelinton! ‘Rino, Rino, are you okay?’
“He was like a small, no a big, angel – Joelinton, what are you doing here?”
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“My greatest victory is being a Geordie on the field. “Representing you, the fans, on the field is what keeps me focused and always striving for my best.”Happy for the affection you’ve always shown me and for being able to represent my country in Newcastle. Onwards to more.”Toon boss Eddie Howe admitted the release clause in Guimaraes’ contract takes the control out of the club’s hands if another team meet those demands.Naturally, the manager is desperate to keep hold of the influential £160,000-a-week midfielder – although FFP restrictions could turn their hand.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Howe will have been boosted by the Brazilian buying a new £4m house for his family in the exclusive Daras Hall neighbourhood in Northumberland.However, Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal are all weighing up offers to rival PSG. Guimaraes kissed the badge after scoring against Sheffield United amid transfer interestCredit: Getty More