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    ‘Love you more than you will ever know’ – Sky Sports pundit pays emotional tribute to daughter on her 21st birthday

    JAMIE CARRAGHER has paid an emotional tribute to his daughter on her 21st birthday.The Sky Sports pundit took to social media to wish Mia a happy birthday.Jamie Carragher has paid an emotional tribute to his daughter Mia on her birthdayCredit: Instagram @23_carraThe football legend’s daughter turned 21Credit: Instagram @23_carraCarragher wrote the message on InstagramCredit: Instagram @23_carraMia also has a large social media followingCredit: Instagram @23_carraCarragher, 47, shared a host of photos of himself and Mia throughout the years.The pictures included days out that the father and daughter had together as well as snaps from holidays.The Liverpool legend penned a touching message to Mia as he urged her to chase her dreams.He wrote: “Happy 21st birthday Mia.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Twenty one babe, I can’t believe it!”I didn’t have a clue you’d be everything I wished you would be, but you are, beautiful, funny, sporty, talented & a heart of gold.”Please never change and don’t let anyone ever stop you from achieving your dreams.”Looking forward to you making me laugh today the way you have for the last 21yrs.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I’m unbelievably proud of you my girl and I love you more than you will ever know.”Mia has a large social media following of her own with over 87k fans on Instagram.Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claimMia has over 87k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @23_carraShe also has an acting credit for appearing in One Night in IstanbulCredit: Instagram @23_carraShe regularly keeps them updated with her holidays and stunning modelling pictures.Mia also has an acting credit for her appearance in the sport comedy movie One Night in Istanbul.The film is based on fans’ efforts to go and watch Liverpool win the Champions League in 2005.She also briefly appeared on CBS Sports’ coverage after phoning her father while he was on live TV.Carragher also has a son, James, who has followed his footsteps into football.The defender currently plays for League One club Wigan Athletic and has switched allegiances to appear for the Malta international side. More

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    Sky Sports pundit replaced Nuno Espirito Santo as manager in one of most doomed spells in dugout

    NUNO ESPIRITO SANTO is hoping to complete a stunning achievement by taking Nottingham Forest into the Champions League.But he was once replaced by a Sky Sports pundit as manager at a previous job.Nuno Espirito Santo was Valencia boss for just over one seasonCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe led the Spanish side to fourth in LaLiga but then quit just a few months laterCredit: AFPAnd that led to one of the most doomed and infamous spells in the dugout.Santo, 51, spent 18 years as a curly-haired goalkeeper where he was largely a back-up for the No1.That included two stints at Porto, where he was part of the Champions League-winning squad under Jose Mourinho.But after retiring as a player in 2010, the Portuguese stepped into management – firstly spending two years at Rio Ave in his homeland.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe would later go on to manage Porto before four years with Wolves, 17 games at Tottenham, a stint at Al-Ittihad and now working wonders at the City Ground.But it was his second gaffer’s gig that sparked the links to the TV pundit. Santo led Rio Ave to the Europa League for the first time in their history at the end of his second season in charge.And that saw him attract plenty of interest – including from Spain.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSanto signed a one-year deal in July 2014 to take over as Valencia manager.By the January of that 2014-15 campaign, he signed a contract extension until 2018.And he finished the season in fourth, taking four points off Real Madrid and picking up three LaLiga manager of the month awards. However, Santo suffered a poor start to the following campaign in both the league and Champions League.So much so that he resigned in November 2015.His replacement was… Gary Neville.Neville’s brother Phil and Salvador Gonzalez – who’s filled in at Valencia an incredible SEVEN times – took interim charge before Gary’s appointment on December 5.’MILLION MILES AWAY’But things went horribly wrong for Neville, whose only previous coaching experience was as Roy Hodgson’s assistant with England. His lack of Spanish didn’t help, either, and the ex-Manchester United defender failed to win any of his first nine LaLiga matches in charge.Valencia were also stuffed 7-0 by Barcelona in a Copa del Rey thrashing and Neville was eventually put out of his misery on March 30 with three league wins from 16 and his side 14th in the table, just six points clear of the relegation zone. Santo and Neville’s managerial careers have gone in very different directions since. The Portuguese gaffer succeeded at Wolves and is doing a tremendous job at Nottingham Forest, securing European football for next season.Gary Neville’s Valencia recordDates 2 December 2015 to 30 March 2016 Matches 28 Wins 10 Draws 7 Defeats 11 Win % 35.71 Goals scored 39 Goals conceded 38 Goal difference +1Biggest defeat 7-0 vs BarcelonaThat was guaranteed with Sunday’s eventful 2-2 draw with East Midlands rivals Leicester – but the result did put a major dent in Forest’s Champions League qualification dreams.And the match was overshadowed by Evangelos Marinakis storming on to the pitch to confront Santo about Taiwo Awoniyi’s injury – which has seen the Nigerian placed in an induced coma after urgent surgery. For Neville, though, he has turned his back on management – and now sticks to the TV studios and commentary gantries. Reflecting on his Valencia nightmare and leaving coaching behind, he said: “It’ll never happen, I’m a million miles away.”I love football and the camaraderie but I don’t want to be in that environment any more.“It was an unbelievable opportunity and it didn’t go as well as I wanted it to, but I enjoyed every minute and it taught me a lot and things I will apply to my business life.Read More on The Sun“I don’t regret going to Spain and I would have liked to have stayed in Valencia for 18 months, but I wouldn’t have continued in coaching.“The buzz from football up to the age of 32 was incredible and that can probably never be replaced, but compared to the last three years of my career, I enjoy what I’m doing now far more.”Santo was replaced by Gary NevilleCredit: EPAThe Englishman endured a horror four-month stint in chargeCredit: GettySanto was named manager of the month three times in his full seasonCredit: AP:Associated PressHe is now preparing to take Nottingham Forest into EuropeCredit: GettyNeville has not returned to management and has instead stuck to his punditry role with Sky SportsCredit: AFP More

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    ‘Help me out here’ – Sky Sports presenter in awkward moment with Tyson Fury’s latest fighting family member

    TYSON FURY’S cousin James Dean was involved in an awkward moment as he announced himself on the media landscape.The fighter is the latest from the Fury clan to try and make his way in boxing.James Dean Fury is the latest fighter to come out of the Fury clanCredit: @SkySportsBoxingJames Dean is Tyson’s first cousin once removedCredit: ReutersGreat uncle Peter Fury is James Dean’s trainerCredit: ReutersThe super-middleweight prospect is the grandson of Jimmy Fury, who is the brother of coaches Peter and John, Tyson’s dad.James Dean Fury is trained by his great uncle Peter, but his place in the Fury family tree can cause confusion – he is the Gypsy King’s first cousin once removed.In a recent appearance on Sky Sports News there was an awkward moment as the presenter tried to explain where the fighter fits into the Fury family.He said to James Dean: “Can you help me here, so people will be wondering where you fit in the Fury family tree.READ MORE IN BOXING”So Peter is your trainer but he’s also your great uncle so he’s your dad’s brother?”James Dean corrected the host, saying: “No, he was my grandad’s brother.””Grandad’s brother, help me out over here,” said the presenter in response.James Dean has been competing as an amateur since October 2021 and has amassed an 8-1 record in his nine outings.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe 19-year-old’s sole defeat came in April 2024 at the hands of Oladimeji Shittu.But he’s bounced back with a whopping five wins in the space of two months.Tyson Fury’s dad rips into son’s corner and claims he saved Gypsy King getting KO’d by Oleksandr Usyk (main)He has already won three National Championships and a Box Cup.The youngster has big ambitions and trains every day, trying to perfect the ‘Fury style’.James Dean said: “Of course there’s a Fury styling, you know.”Like I said earlier, you know, you gotta be a Fury to perfect it.”You know what I mean? It’s in the blood, isn’t it? And look, I’m training every day.”I’ve I’ve got my head down and I’m I’m fully focused and committed on what I want in life and what I want in my career.”I’m training every day. I’ve got my head down.”And I’m fully focused and committed on what I want in life and what I want in my career.Read More on The Sun”And soon enough, everybody will know the name James Dean Fury.”Because as soon as I turn professional, I will light up the super middleweight division and I’ll come for everything.” More

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    Sky Sports leave fans ‘thinking they’re hallucinating’ after bizarre gaffe during Sunderland vs Coventry play-off

    FOOTBALL fans were left baffled when a glitch on Sky Sports altered the score of the Championship play-off semi-final between Sunderland and Coventry.With the score 0-0 (2-1 to Sunderland on aggregate) just 18 minutes into the match, the main graphic on the screen briefly changed.Football fans noticed a glitch on the scoreboard during Sky’s coverage of Sunderland vs CoventryCredit: Sky SportsThe score showed 2-1 to Coventry (3-3 on aggregate) when in reality the score was 0-0Credit: Sky SportsInstead, the scoreboard indicated that it was 2-1 to Coventry on the night and 3-3 on aggregate.Some fans were quick to pick up on the glitch and took to social media to comment.One person wrote: “Did anyone elses Sky Sports glitch out there and display the score as 2-1 Cov and 3-3 agg?”Another commented: “Anyone else see that score change in the Sunderland-Coventry game on Sky Sports? I thought I was hallucinating.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA third said: “Guys did Sky Sports just have the scoreline as Sun 1-2 Cov (3-3) and then changed it back to the pre-game score??? Am I bugging??”While another joked: “Thought I had gone mad, but apparently Sky Sports have spoilers.”Sunderland had the advantage going into the semi-final second-leg at the Stadium of Light thanks to goals from Wilson Isidor and Eliezer Mayenda.Jack Rudoni got on the scoresheet for Coventry to keep the Sky Blues in it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSunderland went to drastic measures to stop Coventry’s secret weapon ahead of the second leg.The Black Cats allegedly moved the advertising boards surrounding the pitch closer to the sidelines to prevent Coventry’s long throw-in tactic.Frank Lampard shows his disappointment after Coventry defeat to Leeds More

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    Ricky Hatton shows off dramatic new look as boxing legend poses with stunning Sky Sports walk-on girl

    RICKY HATTON took to Instagram to show off a surprise new look. The former light-welterweight and welterweight world champion was pictured on social media alongside a Sky Sports walk-on girl.Ricky Hatton poses with his new trim Sky Sports walk-on girl Jade SlusarczykRicky Hatton has shaved his hair off for charityCredit: InstagramThe Briton, whose professional record stood at 45-3, had been at ‘Blowfest’ in Blackpool.The ex-boxer posted a picture of himself and Jade Slusarczyk, a TV presenter and walk-on girl.Hatton sported a a fresh head shave, and he posed with sunglasses tucked into his black t-shirt with a pint of Guinness in his hand. Hatton had revealed two days previously that he was shaving his head for charity. Read more BoxingHe was raising money for the Brain House Children’s Hospice, which he tagged in a previous Instagram post, when he still had a full head of hair. Now, ‘The Hitman’ is sporting a very different look, and he captioned his picture with Slusarczyk: “Brilliant couple of days in Blackpool at #blowfest @vivablackpool Good to see you again @jade_slu Brilliant time & laugh. X”A pal said: “There were a few people who had to do a double take when they saw him as he looked a bit different. BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”But the new style really suits him and he’s looking and feeling great.Most read in Boxing“Ricky had a brilliant time in Blackpool and is looking forward to lots more partying and travelling over the summer.”‘He’s got the fastest hands’ – Wrexham star James McClean tipped to beat up Jake Paul in boxing fightRicky, who tours the world giving speeches and appearing at after dinner events, still trains and manages a stable of fighters.He recently split with actress Claire Sweeney, although the pair remain firm friends.The source added: “Ricky’s loving life, having fun and just enjoying himself. He worked so hard in his career but he’s found contentment in retirement too: mainly because he keeps himself so busy.”Earlier this month, Ricky delivered his verdict on the eagerly awaited rematch between Daniel Dubois and Oleksander Usyk.He said: “Daniel Dubois is one hell of a fighter and the first fight against Oleksandr Usyk was a good fight with a bit of controversy and Daniel looked like he had hurt Usyk.“But the fact that this AJ win will give him the confidence now going into that fight means it wouldn’t be a foregone conclusion if they rematch.“The fact Oleksandr Usyk has beaten Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, he deserves to be the number one in the division. But if I had to bet my house, I wouldn’t say it’s a foregone conclusion, especially with Daniel’s confidence.”Hatton’s boxing career spanned from 1997 to 2012, across 48 bouts. He won the WBU light-welterweight title in 2001 before successfully defending the belt a record 15 times in a three-year period.He made his debut at welterweight in 2006, winning the WBA title vs Luis Collazo.He returned to light-welterweight to claim the IBF title in 2007, as well as the IBO crown. He suffered his first defeat at the hands of Floyd Mayweather as he challenged for the WBC, Ring, and lineal welterweight belts. He then was beaten by Manny Pacquiao in 2009, losing his IBO, Ring, and lineal light-welterweight titles. Read More on The SunHis last fight was against Vyacheslav Senchenko in 2012 at the Manchester Arena, three and half years on from his defeat to Pacquiao. Hatton was knocked out in the ninth round with a left hook, and he announced his retirement from the sport in the ring afterwards. More

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    Sky Sports forced to apologise after Premier League legend’s live TV interview as fans gasp ‘they really left that in?’

    SKY SPORTS has been forced to apologise after accidentally broadcasting a foul-mouthed segment featuring a Premier League legend. Ex-Everton and Man City star Peter Reid was being interviewed as part of a farewell to Goodison Park. Sky Sports News had to apologise after a foul-mouthed interview accidentally went out live on airPeter Reid dropped the F-bomb during a programme to celebrate Goodison ParkCredit: GettyReid got overexcited as he remembered James Tarkowski’s stunning equaliser for Everton against Liverpool in FebruaryCredit: GettyReid’s time with the club in the early 80s transformed him into a dedicated Everton supporter.And he was asked to give his thoughts on February’s dramatic 2-2 derby day draw with Liverpool. Sky were left red-faced after the Prem legend turned the air blue speaking about James Tarkowski’s dramatic 98th-minute leveller in the clash. Discussing the lengthy VAR review on the goal, Reid said: “Someone said to me, you had two celebrations. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”You had one celebration [after the goal] and four minutes later another celebration. “I said yeah, but what about the three f***ing heart attacks I had in between?”The interview went out on Sky Sports News at 11.30am with no bleep across Reid’s swearing. Moments later, a ticker along the screen read: “We apologise for any bad language broadcast.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFans were quick to pick up on the slip, with one writing on X: “Watching this Goodbye Goodison on SSN, they really left in Peter Reid swearing!!!”Another laughed: “Peter Reid dropping the F bomb on Sky Sports News and it being left in!”What James Tarkowski did at full-time spotted after avoiding red card for horror lunge in Liverpool vs Everton clashA third joked: “I think somebody forgot to edit the Goodbye Goodison programme airing now nice to see Peter Reid effing and blinding at 1120am.”While a fourth commented: “Did Peter Reid just say f*** before midday on tv?!”Reid was a Liverpool supporter growing up before switching his allegiance to the blue half of Merseyside. The 68-year-old began his playing career with Bolton, before moving to Goodison in 1982.He played seven seasons for the Toffees, scoring 13 goals across 234 games and clinching two league titles as well as the FA Cup in 1984.The Liverpool-born midfielder was also capped 13 times for England, playing in the infamous 1986 World Cup. Reid went into management after hanging up his boots in 1995.Read More on The SunHe spent seven years as Sunderland boss, twice leading them to Premier League promotion. Reid also took charge of Leeds, Coventry and Plymouth, with his last managerial role at Indian’s Mumbai City in 2014. More

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    Chris Kamara reveals emotional ‘apology’ to wife Anne as Sky Sports favourite opens up on struggles in dark period

    SKY SPORTS legend Chris Kamara has revealed that he apologised to his wife after keeping his initial struggle over his health concerns a secret.The 67-year-old was diagnosed with speech apraxia in March 2022 and subsequently stepped back from his role on Soccer Saturday.Chris Kamara has opened up about how his speech apraxia diagnosis impacted his mental healthCredit: PAThe pundit revealed that he didn’t initially tell his wife, Anne, about his strugglesCredit: Alpha PressKamara – also known as Kammy – initially kept his struggles from his nearest and dearest, incuding his wife, Anne.However, he now admits that wishes he opened up more.The Sky Sports icon told The Mirror on Mental Health Awareness week: “They spotted the signs (that I was struggling). I should have talked to my wife Anne, for which I have apologised to her.”I didn’t tell my wife what was going on.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”My family would have supported me rather than somebody I didn’t know, Anne, and my sons would have helped me in the first place.”Kamara told how when he first realised he was having difficulties with his speech, he feared he may have been developing a condition such as dementia or Alzheimer’s – which sent his mental health spiralling. He added: “It was a really tough period. I just did not want be a burden to my family but my illness came to fruition just before the Covid lockdown. I had these stupid thoughts.”Kamara also revealed how therapy helped him to overcome his mental health struggles and accept his condition.Most read in FootballHe added: “I kept thinking, for over 18 months, that it would go away.”I just kept thinking one day I’ll wake up and I’ll be back to the person I was.”But I have accepted the way I speak now. And that’s because of the work on my mental health.”My therapist told me that the day you accept your condition is the day you will start getting better, and that is what happened. I can be my own worst critic but my speech has improved and I’m fine with how I sound.”Jeff Stelling and Chris Kamara cheated death on world’s most dangerous road as host reveals ‘we were nearly fertiliser’Kammy returned to sport broadcasting on Boxing Day for Amazon Prime’s coverage of the Premier League.After his comeback, he told The Express: “If that’s my last game as a reporter, what a way to go out.”At that time, I could hardly talk, wasn’t able to remember the players names and was slurring my words.”When my wife told me Amazon had been on the phone I said ‘I know I am getting under your feet, but I’m not delivering parcels!’Read More on The Sun”Andrew Hornet was on the phone asking me to work for Amazon Prime, covering the Forest v Spurs match with the unbelievable Jeff Stelling – and I loved it!”No anxiety, no slurring, the game was good and Nottingham Forest treated me like a returning hero.”You’re Not AloneEVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicideIt doesn’t discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.It’s the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.Yet it’s rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.That is why The Sun launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.Let’s all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You’re Not Alone.If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: More

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    ‘You tipped them’ – Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claim

    JAMIE CARRAGHER had a heated row with Gary Neville over his Premier League title predictions.The Manchester United legend said Arsenal would be crowned champions before a ball was kicked this season.Gary Neville had a heated debate with Jamie CarragherCredit: Sky Sports Neville was accused of hypocrisy for saying Arsenal did not win the league due to their lack of strikerCredit: EPABut speaking ahead of the Gunners drawing 2-2 with the title winners today, Neville blamed them falling short on not signing a striker.Carragher agreed but accused his Sky Sports pundit of being a hypocrite, ranting: “It’s obvious when you look at the situation they’re in right now about the striker and I’m sure they’ll rectify that in the summer and bring someone in.”But were you [Neville] saying this at the start of the season about a striker, why did you tip them for the league at the start of the season?”You tipped them for the league at the start of the season, so don’t now talk about because they’ve had injuries up front they need a striker.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The point I’m trying to make is if you tip someone for the league, you can’t then say halfway through the season or at the end of the season: ‘They should have bought a striker, what was Arteta doing?'”But Neville hit back and justified the reason behind his Arsenal prediction, explaining: “On August 15, there’s three weeks left of the of the transfer window. “I thought they would also get a striker in January and they didn’t.”Carragher was not done there as things became increasingly heated, replying: “Who? Who? You tipped Arsenal for the title so don’t say now Mikel Arteta made a mistake about the striker.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNeville snapped back: “Oh my God, Carra, last summer everyone was saying, Arsenal’s fanbase have been saying they need a striker for two or three seasons. “I think Arsenal would have won the league this year. I’m hugely disappointed in Arsenal this season not winning the league. ‘Best thing you’ll see today’ – Arsenal fans LOVE moment Gary Neville is brutally shut down over criticism live on TV”I thought they should have been there this season. Nothing to do with Liverpool. Liverpool have done absolutely fantastically well. It’s not Liverpool’s problem.”But Arsenal should be closer to them and they’ve gone backwards, they should have added a striker last year in the transfer window and they didn’t do it.”I’ve been saying that for two or three years, Carra, so it’s not a case of just saying it now. They should have got a striker in their squad.”Despite his love for Liverpool, Carragher did not expect Arne Slot to guide his former club to the title this season.He instead thought they were going to come third and Manchester City would win it again.Neville predicted Liverpool to finish fifth, behind Man Utd in third. More