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      I joined Man City in £42million transfer but I wasn’t worth that much – it didn’t make sense

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      THE FORMER most-expensive defender on the planet has admitted that he WASN’T WORTH the £42million Manchester City paid for him.The eight-time capped France international Eliaquim Mangala arrived at the Etihad in 2014 from Porto.Manchester City forked out £42m for Eliaquim Mangala in 2014Credit: PA:Press AssociationThe fee made him the most-expensive player on the planet but he struggled at the EtihadCredit: PA:Empics SportManuel Pellegrini splashed out the huge fee for him but he struggled to firmly establish himself at City.Mangala did make 31 and then 33 appearances under the Chilean during his first two years there.But he was soon deemed surplus to requirements once Pep Guardiola took charge in 2016.Mangala managed to get a Premier League winners’ medal in the 2017/18 campaign, which came in between loan spells away at Valencia in LaLiga and Everton.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe eventually left City as a free agent in 2019 once his contract had expired and joined Valencia permanently for two seasons.He then headed to France for a stint at Saint-Etienne but now, at the age of 33, is lining-up for Portuguese side Estoril.The veteran centre-half has this week sat down with French outlet Le10 Sport to discuss his big-money move a decade ago to England.And in a refreshing twist, he claims that he was worth nowhere near the £42m fee paid for him.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMangala said: “When I was told at the time that it was over €50m, and €50m was a lot of money… But no man is worth €50m!“When you’re part of an industry, a business, you inevitably enter into a logic that goes beyond normal life, but nobody is worth this or that price.Jack Grealish’s dog did ‘the biggest s***’ on Man City’s training pitch as England star reveals unusual habits“It doesn’t make sense.“But it was a real experience to go through that. I really enjoyed it.“I said, you’ll see in one or two years, this record will be broken, and it was.”These days City have the second most expensive defender of ALL TIME on their books.That is after they paid RB Leipzig £78m for Josko Gvardiol last summer.The Croatian is only behind Harry Maguire – who joined Manchester United for £80m in 2019.Mangala had a spell on loan at Everton before leaving on a free transferCredit: ReutersThe centre-half, pictured at Saint-Etienne, now plays for Portuguese side EstorilCredit: Getty More

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      Why is Sheffield United vs Chelsea at 5:30pm? Premier League clash moved to rarely-seen kick-off time

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      CHELSEA’S clash against Sheffield United kicks off at the unusual time of 5.30pm.The Blues are desperate to secure a European spot after their nail-biting 4-3 victory against Manchester United on Thursday.Chelsea fans are in dissaray after seeing the kick off time change against Sheffiled Utd on SundayCredit: RexChelsea are coming off the back of a thriller 4-3 victory against Man UtdCredit: GettyMauricio Pochettino’s side will want to build on the win against the Red Devils on Sunday’s visit to Bramall Lane.But Chelsea supporters were baffled after discovering the kick-off time was moved to 5.30pm.The match was initially scheduled to kick off at 1.30pm.Having originally been scheduled before Man United vs Liverpool, a request from the Blades has seen it moved to after instead.A statement on the Premier League website read: “The Premier League fixture between Sheffield United and Chelsea has been moved from 13.30 to 17.30 BST on Sunday 7 April.“This is due to a request from the home Club. This kick-off time has been selected to allow adequate return travel for visiting supporters.”The Chelsea Supporters Trust later revealed that the request from Chris Wilder’s team was due to a potential clash with the Sheffield Half Marathon – which takes place earlier that same day.Sunday fixtures typically take place at 2pm or 4.30pm.Most read in FootballChelsea are on a six-game unbeaten run following their incredible win over United – the club’s longest in 18 months.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKEROn Thursday Poch’s side looked set to lose that streak in the 98th minute at Stamford Bridge but Cole Palmer scored two in the dying minutes to turn the result around.The result saw them go tenth in the table and in with a chance of sealing a spot in Europe.Casemiro becomes fan favourite at CHELSEA as video of Man Utd star being ‘thoroughly nice’ to Blues supporters emergesSeventh-placed West Ham, who have played two more games, are only two points ahead. More

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      Phil Foden names his best position as he reveals Man City team-mate has nicknamed him after MAN UTD legend

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      PHIL FODEN has revealed his favourite position and the surprise comparison his team-mates have made.There has been much debate over where the Manchester City star should play for England at Euro 2024 this summer.Phil Foden has revealed his favourite positionCredit: EPAFoden netted a screamer to complete his hat-trick versus VillaCredit: EPAFoden has featured on either flank and as a No10 for Pep Guardiola’s side this season.While playing centrally behind the striker, the 23-year-old scored a magnificent hat-trick in a 4-1 hammering of Aston Villa.And after inspiring City to victory, Foden was asked where he plays best, telling TNT Sports: “I seem to have some really technical play in the pockets and out wide, I can do that job but I prefer it in the middle.”This year, I’m growing into the game. The manager spoke on showing rhythm and slowing the game down. I’ve added that to my game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He said, ‘you’ll grow into that position’. Before I was going so quick, attacking every action. Now I’m getting the balance just right.”I’m always trying to arrive in the box, that’s where the goals are at.”You get at least five a season by arriving into the box late. So I’ve been working on all aspects of my game in the midfield. Still a lot of improve on, but I’m enjoying that position.”On Foden as a No10, Guardiola said: “When he plays in central positions, he has a sense of goals. He has goals in his veins and we have to use them.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He can do whatever he wants. I think he is a really top-class player. We know it.”He has to be focused, sometimes he is a bit distracted. But he has a natural talent a gift, a gift that is special.”How does Gareth Southgate solve Phil Foden dilemma, with Jack Grealish possibly missing out on Euro 2024But Foden may have to settle for a spot on the left-wing for England at the Euros as it is a problem position for Gareth Southgate.Marcus Rashford has struggled for form this season at Manchester United, as has Jack Grealish at City, leaving the boss with a huge selection dilemma.There is also the issue of trying to fit Jude Bellingham into the side after his impressive campaign at Real Madrid from the attacking central midfield area that Foden prefers.The Stockport-born superstar scored a brilliant long-range goal against Villa to complete his hat-trick.He got up off the deck to win the ball back after thinking he was fouled and fired the ball into the top corner from outside the box.His goal reminded Grealish of Wayne Rooney’s iconic strike for Manchester United versus Newcastle in 2005.Foden said: “When I was running off celebrating [that goal] I was with Jack and he said ‘Wayne Rooney goal’. That’s what it reminded him of.” More

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      Former Premier League star O’Hara storms off set and fumes ‘I’m done with this’ while filming reality TV dating show

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      EX-PREMIER LEAGUE star Jamie O’Hara stormed off the set while filming a new reality TV dating show and declared: “I’m done with this.”He and Ryan Babel are among the line-up of former Prem footballers that will be forced to LIE on the programme.Jamie O’Hara was left questioning his decision to star on a new dating showThe former Premier League midfielder stormed off set during itCredit: PeacockHe played for England U21s and Tottenham during his playing daysCredit: GettyNow he’s looking for love in the Peacock reality dating showCredit: PeacockThe show, which is titled “Love Undercover”, will premiere on streaming service Peacock on May 9.A snippet of the show has been released on social media ahead of its official launch next month, and it has certainly got fans talking.In the explosive clip, an irate O’Hara, who has three sons with former Miss England model wife Danielle Lloyd and previously dated model Danielle Coppell, storms off set.While it shows him initially asking one of the female contestants to come back from LA to London with him, things then appear to turn sour.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt cuts to him telling the camera: “I’m questioning why I f***ing came here.”It then shows him standing up in another scene from the show and storming off while stating: “I’ve actually had enough.”To which one of the girls gasps: “Oh my god!”‘Love Undercover’ will see five current and former footballers conceal their professions from single women as they look to find love in Hollywood, Los Angeles.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe ex-Tottenham and Wolves midfielder O’Hara, 37, and former Liverpool man Babel, 37, are among the most recognisable names appearing on the show They are joined by Charlton defender Lloyd Jones, 25, who came through Liverpool’s academy.Former Premier League stars forced to lie about their past while looking for love on reality TV showMexican pair Marco Fabian, 34, and Sebastian Fassi, 30, are also on the show.Former England U21 ace O’Hara is now a talkSPORT presenter.He is no stranger to reality TV as he was previously paid £300,000 to go on Big Brother in 2017.During the trailer, he was also seen telling one woman that he is an ad salesman – while he also made a rather lame joke about the concept of the programme being ‘Lionel Messi’.Meanwhile, another familiar face to English football fans will be former Liverpool man Babel, who has not yet retired but is without a club.The former midfielder is joined by a host of ex players in the show’s line-upCredit: PeacockEx-Liverpool man Ryan Babel is another on the showCredit: PeacockCharlton’s Lloyd Jones also appears on the upcoming programmeCredit: PeacockO’Hara is featured heavily throughout the new trailerCredit: PeacockThe stars travelled to LA to feature in the showCredit: PeacockThe ex-Dutch international pretends to be a construction worker when asked his occupation.He then fades into the background in the trailer as O’Hara and ex-Liverpool academy product Jones, 28, are left doing most of the talking.Jones is spotted kissing one of the girls in a brief scene, while he also says: “Do you want me to lie and say that I’m in love?”However, it is O’Hara who undoubtedly takes centre stage in the promotional clip.After someone is heard asking “where the f***” he is”, another scene shows him telling one woman: “I want you to come to London.”READ MORE SUN STORIES”You could have put 200 girls in there and I’d still only want you.”At the end of the programme, the five men have to tell the women they have chosen what they really do for a living.O’Hara was married to Danielle Lloyd for two years and split in 2014Credit: AlamyHe was then dating model Danielle CoppellCredit: Instagram More

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      Arsenal hit by travel chaos just hours before Brighton clash with dozens of trains cancelled after landslide

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      ARSENAL fans have been hit by a major travel disruption just hours before their trip to Brighton.A landslide in the Hassocks/Burgess Hill area has caused some train lines to close between Haywards Heath and Brighton.The cancellation of trains is set to impact fans heading to the South CoastCredit: PAArsenal fans are trying to get down to Brighton to watch their side at the AmexCredit: AlamyThis is set to have a severe impact on Gunners supporters heading to the South Coast for the 5.30pm kick-off at the Amex.Delays are expected to continue until the end of the day.A tweet from Brighton on X read: “There is disruption on the train lines today between Haywards Heath and Brighton due to a landslide which means some lines are closed.”Trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised and disruption is expected until the end of the day.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We advise fans travelling to today’s game to leave early and follow @SouthernRailUK for updates.”National Rail also confirmed the disruption, adding: “Where possible, some trains will divert to run via Horsham and the West Coast.”Gatwick Express services will run between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport – they will not run through to Brighton until further notice.”It comes after Tottenham’s clash with Nottingham Forest was moved from Monday to Sunday on just 10 DAYS notice due to rail strikes.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSArsenal’s likely line up for their clash with Brighton on Saturday eveningIt was initially due to take place in North London at 8pm on Monday evening.However, scheduled strikes by both overground and underground workers forced the match to be moved to 6pm on Sunday evening.And Arsenal fans were left raging at the latest travel chaos.One said: “Another day of excellent banter by our national rail service 🙄🙃.”While another added: “Absolute s**t show. Trains cancelled all over the place.”Arsenal head into the game knowing a win will take them top of the Premier League table ahead of Liverpool’s trip to Manchester United on Sunday. More

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      Wolves 1 West Ham 2: James Ward-Prowse scores straight from a corner as Hammers complete epic turnaround after VAR drama

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      WEST HAM’S battle for European football continues with a tough trip to Wolves.Kurt Zouma’s strike helped the Hammers earn a draw against Tottenham in their most recent encounter.James Ward-Prowse scored direct from a cornerCredit: ReutersWhile Gary O’Neil’s side failed to beat 19th-placed Burnley.
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      Luton 2 Bournemouth 1: Hatters secure HUGE win to throw Premier League relegation battle wide open

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      CARLTON MORRIS’ last-gasp winner saved Luton’s skins against Bournemouth to keep them in the fight for survival. It had to start today for the Hatters, who would have felt a draw was a missed opportunity with the ominous prospect of a trip to Manchester City coming next for them.Carlton Morris scored a late winner to earn all three points for LutonCredit: AFPRob Edwards enjoyed the late goalCredit: RexMorris’ 90th-minute tap-in added to Jordan Clark’s 73rd minute equaliser, which cancelled out Marcus Tavernier’s 52nd minute opener, to put them level on 25 points Nottingham Forest who are one place above the drop zone.Ross Barkley blazed a wild shot over the bar early on but from there the hosts were under the cosh. There were rough and tumbles between Barkley and Ryan Christie, resulting in a free-kick which Marcus Tavernier cracked onto the post. The Cherries winger then grazed the left post with a low drive after being teed up by Dominic Solanke. Time and time again the Hatters were caught shirking their defensive duties and a blistering Bournemouth counter-attack finished with Justin Kluivert shaving a shot just shy of goal. Luton hit back though and an inch-perfect Alfie Doughty cross found Tahith Chong who shimmied between three Bournemouth shirts but rifled over. Bournemouth were still on top and could have nicked the opener had it not been for a superb save by Thomas Kaminski who clawed away a Antoine Semenyo header. Issa Kabore then heroically cleared off the line with his noggin after another Kluviert shot. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAfter the break, the hosts started brightly as Carlton Morris forced Neto in a jaw-dropping save with a close-range attempt.But Bournemouth were relentless and a deserved opener came on 51 minutes. Every Premier League club’s most famous and also most surprising fanKluivert’s twinkle toes danced up the right flank before he teed up Tavernier outside the box who sent a fierce, low drive into the net.Luton knew it was do or die and Clark linked up with Morris before the striker cracked a low shot off the post.Doughty then curled a shot at goal but Neto comfortably mopped up the damage.Write off Rob Edwards’ battlers at your own peril though as they heroically pulled themselves back into it on 73 minutes.It all began with Clark who charged towards goal before linking up with substitute Luke Berry who was falling to the floor but still managed to tee up Clark.The midfielder finished the job by slotting home into the bottom corner to spark mayhem at Kenilworth Road.The home fans went even more bezerk on 90 minutes as Morris wrapped things up after popping up from six yards out to knock Cauley Woodrow’s cross into the bottom corner.Rob Edwards ran down the touchline to celebrate to show just how much a win meant as chants of “the Town are staying up” blared around the ground.HERE’S HOW IT HAPPENED… More

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      Fulham 0 Newcastle 1: Toon fans convinced Bruno Guimaraes will snub transfer after goalscorer’s passionate celebration

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      BRUNO Guimaraes was the difference – earning Newcastle all three points at Craven Cottage.The Brazil midfielder then kissed the badge on his shirt to declare his love for the club.Bruno Guimaraes kisses the badge on his shirt after he was linked with a move awayCredit: ReutersHe has been linked with a move away from the Toon.But, he clearly had a message for the away fans as his future lays in the balance.*MORE TO FOLLOW*CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS More