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WOLVES boss Gary O’Neil has been charged over “improper” behaviour following his side’s controversial defeat to West Ham.The FA claims he used “improper and/or threatening language and/or behaviour” in the referee’s dressing room after the final whistle.Gary O’Neil has been charged by the FA after Wolves’ defeat to West HamCredit: GettyO’Neil was left fuming after Wolves’ 2-1 defeat at Molineux on Saturday.The hosts took the lead in the 33rd minute before West Ham pulled two goals back in the final 15 minutes.But Wolves thought they’d rescued a point when Max Kilman fired home in the 99th minute.The defender’s strike sparked wild celebrations among home fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLYet VAR decided to intervene, claiming sub Tawanda Chirewa was offside in front of Hammers No 1 Lukasz Fabianski.Ref Tony Harrington then went to the screen and axed the goal, leading to huge protests from Wolves’ bench.Several of O’Neil’s backroom staff were booked on the pitch for remonstrating.And now the Wolves boss himself has been hit with an FA charge.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERA statement read: “It’s alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour in or around the match officials’ changing rooms was improper and/or threatening.”O’Neill has until Monday to respond to the charge.Fans think they’ve spotted bizarre optical illusion in Wolves training ground videoSpeaking after the result, the Wolves boss described VAR’s interference as “possibly the worst decision I’ve ever seen.”He fumed: “I don’t understand it. I can’t think of an explanation. It was possibly one of the worst decisions I’ve ever seen.“I went in to see him for an explanation. Unfortunately I wasn’t able to refrain my feelings when I was in there with him.“I asked some questions, he didn’t like how I was asking them and we agreed we shouldn’t carry on.“I don’t know what happens now and whether he’ll report me but the explanation is irrelevant anyway.“I’m not even sure how many of my staff were booked after the final whistle.“If that decision is the letter of the law then the law needs to be changed.”What did David Moyes think?Gary O’Neill claimed after the match that opposition boss David Moyes agreed with him that the wrong call was made.
This is what the West Ham manager had to say…
“The way football is going, if you don’t get yourself back onside when you’re marking the goalkeeper — by what we’ve seen it looks offside.
“I’m the last person to ask about the goal. We’ve had so many decisions go against us this season.
“Some would make you feel like going into a dark room for a week. So I can understand why Gary’s upset and I feel for him.” More

ARSENAL fans have called for Mikel Arteta to make Under-21s star Amario Cozier-Duberry the “understudy” to Bukayo Saka.Cozier-Duberry scored and provided an assist for the Gunners against Stoke U21s on Monday – and those watching were stunned by his similar playing style to the Arsenal first-team superstar.Amario Cozier-Duberry has been likened to Bukayo SakaCredit: GettyFans also believe there is a likeness between Saka and Ethan Nwaneri’s style of playCredit: GettyCozier-Duberry (7) provided an assist for Nwaneri (10) on MondayCredit: X/ArsenalHarmoniFans believe Nwaneri’s goal was similar to Saka’s against Bayern MunichCredit: X/ArsenalHarmoni18-year-old Cozier-Duberry set up Ethan Nwaneri’s second-half equaliser from the right wing at the Bet365 Stadium.And fans were quick to spot a likeness in playing style between him and first team star Saka, who also progressed through the Hale End academy.One person took to X to write: “Cozier-Duberry is a Saka clone.”Another said: “CD7 is Saka Jr. Runs like him, moves like him. It’s crazy. Arteta needs to make him an understudy to BS7.”Read More on FootballA third commented: “Just like Saka’s goal against Bayern.”While another wrote: “Looking at a Bukayo clone. Brilliant.”One fan even claimed that both Cozier-Duberry and Nwaneri possess similar qualities to Saka, adding: “You know what, there’s some aspect of Bukayo Saka in both Nwaneri and Duberry. That drop of the shoulder and finish reminisce Saka all day.”Cozier-Duberry, who has been hailed as “the jewel” of Arsenal’s academy, was fast-tracked into the first team ahead of the club’s Premier League clash with West Ham earlier this year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, he was not named in the squad on the day.The winger’s current contract expires this summer and club officials are desperately trying to tie him down to a new deal.Arsenal fans convinced they’ve found ‘future of the club’ in youngster who’s ‘better than Messi’ after outrageous skillArsenal youth boss Jack Wilshere hopes Cozier-Duberry will continue his development at the Emirates.Last year, he said: “Amario is very exciting and Mikel like him.“He reminds me of Bukayo Saka, he plays in the same position as him but he needs to get better with his decision-making.“He’s definitely exciting, in some moments he’s unplayable. You give him the ball and he can make things happen.“You can set up a team and have a game plan, but when you’ve got individuals like that you’ve got a chance.”Meanwhile, Nwaneri became the youngest-ever Premier League player when he made his debut at the age of 15 in 2022. More

PAUL SCHOLES has hit out at two Manchester United stars over their outfits in training.In a now deleted social media post, the former midfielder slammed Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho. Paul Scholes raged in a now deleted Instagram postCredit: GettyThe legend was angered by Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro GarnachoCredit: GettyScholes slammed the choice to train with their hoods upCredit: GettyScholes revealed he had no issue with the hat and glovesCredit: GettyMan Utd stars were training today in preparation for Saturday’s clash against Bournemouth.As the rain fell at Carrington, Mainoo and Garnacho wrapped up in hats and gloves.But Scholes was incensed by the teenagers’ choice to put their hoods up.He posted a photo of the duo and raged on Instagram: “Don’t mind hats and gloves but no way can you train properly with your hood up.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Standards begin on the training pitch… bye!”Despite their training ground looks, both youngsters have been bright sparks in a poor season for the Red Devils.Mainoo has burst onto the scene this year and already forced his way into England squad ahead of Euro 2024.And Garnacho has found the back of the net nine times in all competitions – only Rasmus Hojlund has scored more.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMeanwhile, pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag and Man Utd face an uphill to qualify for next season’s Champions League.They sit 11 points behind both Tottenham in fourth and Aston Villa in fifth.Man Utd’s top targets for the transfer windowAnd Scholes believes Ten Hag’s days at Old Trafford could be numbered.He said last month: “What we’re seeing is a million miles away from a team that should be challenging for the league. Every single season it’s just so far away.”I think they [Ineos] have already made their mind up. I don’t think Ten Hag will be there next season. No.”From the interviews we’ve heard with Sir Jim Ratcliffe, I thought there was a little bit of negativity towards the club the last ten or 11 years and especially the last two years. “I don’t think he’s happy with what’s going on.“I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re looking for a new manager now. I’m not saying it’s the right decision.READ MORE SUN STORIES”With new owners anyway they always tend to change the manager and especially with the way they’re playing.”Where there are in the league and what it’s been like in the last couple of seasons, I just think they’ll make a change.”Man Utd were in training ahead of their clash with Bournemouth on SaturdayCredit: GettyUnited stars, including wonderkids Ethan Wheatley and Shea Lacey, played head tennisWilly Kambwala could be in line for another start this weekend amid a defensive injury crisisCredit: GettyErik ten Hag will be desperate for a win this weekend to put pressure on Spurs and VillaCredit: GettyWilly Kambwala wants to become rock at the back for Man Utd… but Erik ten Hag probably won’t be around to see itBy Ken Lawrence
ERIK TEN HAG insists he is still the right man to take Manchester United forward.
The Dutchman believes he can recapture their former glories, despite escaping for the second time in a row what could have been humiliation by Liverpool at the weekend.
And teen Willy Kambwala revealed his “passion” is to become a rock at the heart of United’s defence after making just his second start of the season against their bitter rivals.
United trailed 1-0 at half-time on Sunday but fought back to take a 2-1 lead before Mo Salah’s 84th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot.
Ten Hag was pleased with the second-half performance, declaring it “another signal and message for the future,” before adding, “the team and squad have high potential.”
Yet the Old Trafford chief sounds more and more like he has his finger stuck in a leaky dyke and does not think it is going to hold.
Comeback or not, United still threw away a lead for the third time in eight days following their 4-3 defeat to Chelsea and 1-1 draw with Brentford — both deep into injury time.
And his body language suggests he expects to be crossing it to go back to Holland with his P45 this summer
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