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    England star, 31, opens up on second career as a mortgage advisor after battling way up from non-league

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    TYRONE MINGS never takes being a Premier League footballer for granted – he and his parents know all about the pain of rejection.Though he has reached the pinnacle – as one of almost 1,300 people in 152 years who have represented England at senior level – he remembers what it was like to be at the bottom.Tyrone Mings has revealed he worked in a bar and as a mortgage advisor while working his way up the football pyramidCredit: GettyThe defender suffered a serious injury last year that kept him out for the entire seasonCredit: PAAnd as he makes a slow return to the Aston Villa first team following a horror ACL injury that sidelined him for 14 months, he can take pride in the perseverance he showed during an unorthodox journey.It was 15 years ago that Mings was released by Southampton’s academy as the club struggled financially and slashed their youth budget.From there, he toiled away in the lower depths of the pyramid, earned a scholarship to prestigious Millfield School in Somerset and then paid his way by working in a BAR and as a MORTGAGE ADVISOR.In a new Sky Sports documentary – Chasing the Dream – Mings talks about his background in pubs, offices and non-league dressing rooms.Read More on EnglandHe recalled: “I joined Southampton’s academy at the age of eight, right until 15 or 16. Then got released.“It probably hit my parents harder than me. They were never pushy parents.“But as a parent, you want to see your child fulfil their dreams and be happy. At the time, I was physically weak. But mentally I’ve always been quite strong.“So, I never begrudged the decision they (Southampton) made. I never think they made a mistake.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“My mum wrote to every one of the 72 clubs in the Football league. I got trials at 4-5 different clubs.“Being at Millfield was amazing. I got a mixture of a football scholarship and a bursary. It was really comprehensive.’It felt like the beginning of the end for Harry Kane’ says Man Utd legend as he admits fears for England captain “It put me in some real uncomfortable situations. My family didn’t have much money growing up.“But the wealth at the school meant you had to find something else to make you cool. I always had football.“We trained 4-5 times a week, played once or twice. I probably got a better education than if I had been just at a football club.“I left school and worked in a pub first. Did a bit of labouring. Realised that wasn’t for me. I worked in field sales. Then I went to become a mortgage advisor.”His first Sliding Doors moment came in a charity game aged 18 alongside his dad – Mings played at left-back – when he was spotted by the boss of Yate Town, based in Gloucestershire.Mings recalled: “I had no idea what was going on. The shirt didn’t fit. Shorts didn’t fit.“But playing against seasoned professionals taught me a lot about looking after yourself. I was there for just over a year before I moved to Chippenham Town.”The next pivotal occasion came in a trial game at Ipswich in late 2012 when they were managed by Mick McCarthy – and within days he was moving to Suffolk.Mings, 31, said: “I rocked up with my Chippenham kitbag. They must have thought: ‘Who on earth is this?’“My mentality and the fact I didn’t really care who I was playing alongside – I could hold my own in men’s football – was probably the deciding factor for him signing me.“It all happened within the space of two days. I went from being a mortgage advisor to training with the Ipswich first team.“It was a bit of a whirlwind, the first two years of being a professional footballer.”Mings tells his story to former Stoke boss Tony Pulis, who is raising concerns about the welfare of young academy footballers and the failure rate.An investigation by Sky Sports News claims 1.65m boys play the national sport but less than one per cent make it into a professional club academy.Mings said: “My best piece of advice I’d give is to keep it fun for as long as possible.“Sometimes the pressures of academies, if you aren’t enjoying it, it’s a really tough place to be.READ MORE SUN STORIES“If you love what you do, of course, you’ll be able to get through the tougher times.”Chasing the Dream is available on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football, with all episodes on demand from Sunday November 24. More

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      Fears for Martin Brundle’s future on Sky Sports as pundit tips iconic reporter to follow F1 legend out the door

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      MARTIN BRUNDLE could be the next pundit dropped from Sky Sports F1 after Damon Hill’s exit.That is the view of Johnny Herbert, who himself was dropped by the broadcaster in 2022.Martin Brundle could be the next iconic star shown the door at Sky Sports, according to Johnny HerbertCredit: AlamyHerbert suggested Damon Hill was dropped because of criticism of Max VerstappenCredit: GettyHill had criticised Verstappen for ‘dangerous’ tacticsCredit: GettyThree-time Formula One race winner Herbert, 60, joined at the same time as 1996 world champion Damon Hill.However, it was announced last week that Hill would be departing Sky Sports F1 at the end of the season.Brundle was among those to pay a touching tribute to the 64-year-old, writing on social media: “Damon I’ve had the pleasure and privilege of both racing against you and commentating on you in F1, working alongside you on SkyF1, and decades of friendship. “It’s been a blast, with much more to come.”READ MORE IN F1But Herbert reckons it may soon be the likes of 65-year-old Brundle or even commentator David Croft who are next shown the exit door.Although he also believes that Hill’s criticism of Red Bull driver Max Verstappen was also a factor in the decision.Speaking to FlashscoreUSA.com, Herbert said: “I don’t know whether it was [Hill’s] decision or Sky’s, to be honest.”Was it an enjoyment factor? Potentially. I know he got criticism for the Max scenarios and maybe he felt, ‘You know what, I don’t need that.’Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”There is change going on. If he was pushed, then you wonder what could happen to Martin Brundle and David Croft.”Before the Brazil GP, Hill had accused Verstappen of “using dangerous tactics” to race and using fear and intimidation by using his car as a weapon.Watch Rowan Atkinson ‘do Martin Brundle impression to Martin Brundle’ without Sky Sports F1 reporter having a clueReferring to Verstappen’s double run in with Lando Norris at the Mexico Grand Prix, Hill had said: “The second move was just daft and Dick Dastardly stuff.”He accelerated to the apex and drove Lando off the track and Lando didn’t have much option. That was silly driving.”Hill then doubled-down on his thoughts on Sky Sports before Brazil, adding: “Yes, I do. I think that he [Verstappen] is using fear and intimidation.”I think he also has explained a little bit more about his tactics, which has been that he regards it as a gamble. “Sometimes it may pay off and sometimes he may get the better of the stewards, they might not apply a penalty. “But he’s also using it as a way of compromising the title contender in Lando Norris.”So, there’s some logic, there’s some method, to his angriness, if you want to call it that, on the track.”He, as he says, he knows what he’s doing, but is it right and is it fair? And I think there’s also rules…. to ensure fairness, and we shouldn’t be condoning driving cars off the track.”Herbert claims Hill was left “unhappy” with the backlash he received for voicing his views on Verstappen.He added: “He was very unhappy at the crazy level of abuse he got over his Max comments.”Maybe all that negativity made him decide.”Announcing his exit, Hill said: “It’s been a fantastic 13 years with Sky Sports F1 but all good things come to an end.”I will miss the most impressive bunch of professionals it has ever been my pleasure to have worked with. Looking forward to new challenges.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe F1 title looks set to be wrapped up by the Dutchman in Las Vegas as he only needs to better the score of McLaren’s Norris by three points to secure a fourth title in a row.Verstappen took almost complete control of the title race after a brilliant recovery drive around a wet Brazil circuit as he raced from P17 to finish first, while Norris only finished P6 after starting on pole.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      ‘He’s got to be the man, surely’ – Jeff Stelling names his favourite to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day

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      JEFF STELLING believes there is only one man up for the job of replacing Gary Lineker on Match of the Day.There are several candidates mooted to replace legend Lineker, who will step down after 25 years at the end of the season.Jeff Stelling believes Mark Chapman should be the next presenter of Match of the DayCredit: Getty Images – GettyChapman is the host of Match of the Day 2Credit: PAGary Lineker will step down after 25 years at the end of the seasonCredit: ReutersFormer footballers and presenters have been linked to the role but Stelling believes the BBC should appoint Mark Chapman.He pointed to Chappers’ good sense of humour, with the Match of the Day 2 host already familiar with several pundits too.Stelling told The Telegraph: “Chappers is the man for the job. Great presenter, nice sense of humour, good rapport with the guests, he’s got to be the man, surely.”Stelling, 69, knows all too well what it is like to step down as a presenter from an iconic role, having left Soccer Saturday after 25 years in 2023.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe now presents talkSPORT Breakfast but he saw big changes during his time at Sky Sports, including the departure of several close colleagues as the company sought to appeal to a new demographic.The BBC could adopt a similar strategy to finding Lineker’s replacement, something Stelling is sceptical of.He continued: “Demographics? I’ve never bought the stuff about a new demographic.“It’s a forlorn pursuit to look for a younger audience that probably aren’t interested in the programme anyway by having younger presenters, influencers, social-media types. I’ve never believed that was the way forward.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“Call me old-fashioned, but I’ve always felt the way to attract an audience of any demographic is to make sure you put out a high-quality product. “If the programme is watched by mums and dads in their forties, make sure it is good enough so that when the new generation reach their forties it is something they want to watch.Gary Lineker will stop presenting Match of the Day the end of this season at and will quit Beeb by 2027“If I’m going to hear somebody talking about a football match, I’d rather it was somebody who had played the game and is able to see things people like me standing on the terraces can’t see, than is a big figure on social media.”Who could replace Gary Lineker as MOTD host?GARY LINEKER dropped the shock news that he is QUITTING Match of the Day.The popular presenter, 63, took over hosting duties on the flagship BBC programme from Des Lynam in 1999.But after more than 25 years in the studio hotseat, he has called time on his MOTD gig.But as part of a huge shake-up, the BBC is considering rotating the presenters on a weekly basis.So with Lineker vacating the chair, new names will step into his giant boots. But who could they be?MARK CHAPMANChapman, 51, is the obvious early favourite to follow on from Lineker as MOTD presenter.He already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night plus landed the presenting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show.ALEX SCOTTScott gets the nod from the Beeb bosses when Lineker is away.The former right-back, 40, is used to presenting the Saturday night show as well as live match coverage – plus ticks the box as a former England international.GABBY LOGANLike Scott, Logan, 51, is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available.She has done most gigs since joining the BBC in 2007, including Olympics, Sports Personality of the Year and Final Score.MICAH RICHARDSLineker’s top pick to replace him is exuberant former Man City defender Richards.The departing host told his close pal, 36, on their Stick to Football podcast: “I’d love to see you take over Micah, I think you’d be brilliant in the chair.”JASON MOHAMMADMohammad could earn the “promotion” from Final Score to Match of the Day.The 51-year-old Welshman – who took over from Logan in 2013 – is one of the BBC’s top earners already and is more senior than fellow Final Score and BBC Sport broadcaster Kelly Somers, who could in theory become the main live host for the afternoon slot.JEFF STELLINGHe couldn’t, could he? While Lineker has been the face of Saturday night TV for football fans for years, the face of the afternoons was Stelling in his role as Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday presenter.He would bring plenty of on-screen charisma, wit and legendary TV expertise – but at nearly 70 and currently with talkSPORT, the Hartlepool fan would not be a cheap or long-term appointment. More

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      Premier League clubs fear huge delay to introducting semi-automated offsides amid concerns over major glitch

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      PREM clubs fear the promised semi-automated offside technology may not now be introduced until NEXT season.Clubs agreed to bring in the system this term at their April meeting after Prem chiefs agreed a deal with US-based Genius Sports.Semi-automated offside technology is used in the Champions LeagueThe tech utilises ‘mesh tracking’ of 10,000-plus data pointsCredit: FIFAAt the time, it was announced that the new system would not be available until after one of the autumn international breaks.That was to ensure thorough testing of Genius’ system of 28 special cameras, which utilise “mesh tracking” of 10,000-plus data points on the surface of each player rather than the limb and skeletal tracking concepts used by Uefa and Fifa.Earlier this season, it was confirmed that more testing was required before Prem bosses could give the green light, with the introduction of the technology pushed back until after Christmas.But club bosses anticipate they will be told this week that they should not expect all the remaining wrinkles to be ironed out in time for the system to run live before the end of the season.READ MORE ON SPORTAn update from PGMOL and the Prem executive is due to discuss the current state of play amid concerns about semi-automated offside technology (SAOT) which were heightened in Spain before the international break.A glitch in the system used in La Liga meant Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski was wrongly ruled offside after scoring against Sociedad when a defender’s boot was mis-identified as being worn by the Polish striker.Barca sporting director Deco spoke about the decision after the game and suggested that another system is needed as a back up.He said: “I don’t think VAR, and not just because of this game, has fixed what in theory it was going to fix.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I don’t understand if it’s semi-automatic, not automatic, if someone has to press the button.”It’s like having a car and not knowing if it’s automatic, if it’s hybrid … someone will have to explain it to us.Fans left stunned at worst VAR offside line in history as they joke ‘absolutely NOT rigged’ – but all is not as it seemsRobert Lewandowski was failed by the technology earlier this seasonCredit: Getty”Why is it semi-automatic? I am lost. I still don’t know if the boots were yellow [Lewandowski’s] or black [Sociedad defender Nayef Aguerd’s].”We don’t want to go there because we don’t want excuses, but there’s a question: what happened?”Where’s the error occurred, if there’s an error? If not, no problem, but we need an explanation because we’re lost with what semi-automatic means.”If there’s an involvement from VAR, if the referee really can’t do anything.”If the semi-automatic system doesn’t work, then we need to return to another system. This isn’t a Barca issue, it’s about improvements for all teams.”Some things have improved, but in other areas we still have one person’s interpretation. We still have controversial decisions, like the one at (Real Sociedad’s ground) Anoeta on Sunday, which was probably incorrect.”Prem bosses want to ensure the new system is foolproof before its introduction although the delay after the pre-season promises are an embarrassment. More

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      Gary Neville slams former player over story of his Salford exit

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      GARY NEVILLE has slammed a former Salford City star over his exit from the club.Jordan Hulme left the Ammies in 2017.Jordan Hulme left Salford City in 2017Credit: Mark Robinson – The SunHe claimed Gary Neville said his time at the club was upCredit: AFPHulme, 33, insisted that Neville told him he would never play for the club again.He told the I Had Trials Once podcast: “[I told Neville]’If you tell me there’s a slight chance then I’ll stay’.”And he was like, ‘There’s no chance. You’re not playing for us again’.”I had a £60,000 contract, so I got my head right, and I’m like ‘, Right, let’s take f*****g £40,000 off the b******s’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”So I went in and came out with £8,000. That’s all they was offering me.”Hulme went on to claim that Neville and the club explained that they knew his wage and would have been willing to pay him to “sit in the stands”.He continued: “So I was saying, ‘No I want more’ and he was like, ‘We know what you’re on’, because I signed a s**t contract.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”They were saying to me ‘we know what you’re on. Do you think we are a***d about paying someone £450 a week for you to sit in the stand?’.Most read in Football”So that was their get out. But at 26, I was coming into my prime, and I did not want to do that.”‘He bottled it,’ squeals Neville as Carragher gives updated title predictionFull transcript of the conversationHere is the full transcript of Jordan Hulme’s claims over his exit from Salford City…Jordan Hulme: “So I rang Gary Neville to say like ‘don’t. If you tell me I can stay and fight for my place, I will train every day. I am not bothered if I am not in the squad for the first few, but if you tell me there is a slight chance, then I’ll stay’.”He was like ‘there’s no chance. You are not playing for us again’.Host Gareth Seddon: “Did he? is that what he said to you?”JH: “Pretty much yeah.”Mike Phenix: “Did you get a payup?”JH: “Yeah I did, what did I have? A £60,000 contract.”And I am like, let’s take £40k off the b*****s. So I went in and came out with £8k.”GS: “Why?”JH: “That is all he was offering me. So I was saying no I want more.”MP: “You should have stood your ground there.”JH: “No, because he was saying, because I signed a s**t contract. They were saying ‘We know what you’re on. Do you think we are a***d about paying someone £450 a week sit in the stands. That’s fine you can sit there.'”So that was their get out thing.”Hulme claimed on the podcast that he spoke to NevilleCredit: X/ IHadTrialsOnceHulme then joked that he went on a trip to Ibiza after leaving Salford.SunSport have seen the video and can confirm that Hulme was talking about Neville.Neville has also been approached for comment. The Man Utd legend has since claimed on social media that the conversation “never happened at all but sounds great”.Former Salford joint managers Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley have admitted they spoke to Hulme.Johnson wrote on X: “Nope, it was me and Bernard Morley that sat down with Jordan, not Gary. Although, I can also confirm it was Gary Neville that sacked us, the ruthless, horrible sod!”Morely insisted that Hulme had “got his wires crossed” when he told the story.He added: “Gary, if Jordan said it was raining outside, I’d go and check.”As good as lad and footballer he is, I think he’s got his wires crossed with this.”Neville joined forces with former Manchester United team-mates Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Phil Neville to purchase a stake in Salford back in 2014.They have since helped the club climb up to the football pyramid and into League Two.READ MORE SUN STORIESNeville recently, though, has taken a step back from his operational role due to his media commitments elsewhere.The eight-time Premier League winner works as a pundit and co-commentator for Sky Sports alongside his role for Salford.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Anna Woolhouse ‘drives fans crazy’ as boxing host stuns in bold outfit with shiny leather skirt live on Sky Sports

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      BOXING fans were left in awe of Sky Sports presenter Anna Woolhouse during the coverage of Gilberto Ramirez vs Chris Billam-Smith.Anna, 40, often fronts up the broadcaster’s boxing coverage and is always catching the eye when she’s on-screen.Anna Woolhouse has stunned in a bold outfitCredit: instagram @ woolyanna1The Sky Sports presenter was covering the Gilberto Ramirez vs Chris Billam-Smith fightThe talented presenter has hosted coverage of huge bouts such as Anthony Joshua v Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.But it was her bold outfit for the Ramirez’ victory over Billam-Smith that has fans talking this time.Anna, who has been working for Sky Sports for 12 years, wore an all-back outfit with a shiny leather skirt and long-sleeve top.And her fashion choices left one fan gushing on social media.READ MORE ON ANNA WOOLHOUSEThey wrote: “Anna Woolhouse is driving me crazy tonight in that shiny skirt”.While another added: “WOW WOW WOW!!! Anna Woolhouse is looking absolutely incredible in a leather mini skirt and tights combo!!!! What a gorgeous woman!”A third commented: “One beautiful lady”.And a fourth simply wrote: “Absolutely WOW!!!”Most read in BoxingSince starting with Sky Sports in 2012, Anna has presented on darts, boxing, netball, ice hockey and Formula One shows.While she has also built up a following of adoring fans on social media where she is regularly posting snaps from her life away from the TV cameras.Boxing presenter Anna Woolhouse stuns in bold outfit as fans say she looks ‘sexy as hell’Anna shared her all-black outfit with her 177,000 Instagram followers on Saturday.Her post racked up nearly 4,000 likes in just 14 hours.TAKE A PEEK INTO ANNA’S GLAMOROUS LIFESTYLE…Anna has become a mainstay on Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1She started working for Sky in 2012Credit: Instagram @woolyanna1Anna covers a range of sports including darts, boxing and F1Credit: Instagram @woolyanna1She shares snaps from her life away from the TV cameras on her InstagramCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1Anna has 177,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1She’s no stranger to the red carpetCredit: GettyAnna has covered some of boxing’s biggest boutsCredit: INSTAGRAM @woolyanna1She knows how to take a break after her hard work in front of cameraCredit: https://www.instagram.com/woolyanna1/ More

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      Fans say ‘they make it look easy’ as Sky Sports give behind-the-scenes look at Soccer Saturday production

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      SKY SPORTS have left fans stunned with an amazing behind-the-scenes video showing how they make Soccer Saturday work.The show – originally named Sports Saturday – began in 1992 and has been a mainstay on TV, with former host Jeff Stelling becoming a household name on the programme.Sky Sports have lifted the lid on how the magic happens at Soccer SaturdayCredit: TikTok/skysportsfootballProducer Sam dishes out verbal prompts, directions and updates throughout the programmeCredit: TikTok/skysportsfootballPresenter Simon Thomas then reacts and presents, ushering the show to the next relevant updateCredit: TikTok/skysportsfootballThe directing includes telling the analysts when they will speakCredit: TikTok/skysportsfootballHowever, Sky Sports have now lifted the lid on the breathless production cycle of the show.Taking to social media, the broadcaster shared a video showing how the magic happens featuring a split viewing of what fans see and what the happens in their studio, led by Producer Samantha Mills.The clip shared online showcased how everything was kept ticking over on November 2, with a stream of instructions and pointers being handed to host Simon Thomas throughout.It started out with Thomas, 52, being directed to go to analyst Sue Smith.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThomas was then directed to go to Tim Sherwood watching Bournemouth v Manchester City game, before he was told to cut to an on-site reporter with a prompt of there being two goals since the last time he was spoken to.This hectic switching carried on for the duration of the matches, with updates, directions and verbal prompts being handed out constantly.Reacting to the two minute 16 second video clip, one user said: “Interesting. Harder job than it looks.”A second said: “Wow, a lot behind this.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third added: “Blimey. I hope that lady is paid as much salary as the presenters. She deserves it!”Another said: “This is beyond impressive! Both the producer and the host are absolute legends for being able to handle this!”Fans baffled as Paul Merson ‘dresses like a lemon’ for Sky Sports Soccer Saturday return… but there’s a reason for itA fifth said: “They make it look easy. Incredible work team.”Thomas took over as the show’s sole presenter in 2023 after Stelling left the show after more than 25 years at the helm. More

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      ‘He bottled it,’ squeals Gary Neville as Jamie Carragher gives updated Premier League title prediction

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      GARY NEVILLE mockingly excused Jamie Carragher of “bottling it” after the Liverpool legend sat on the fence with his updated title prediction.With Arne Slot’s side five points clear at the top of the Prem, The Overlap cast were asked to reassess their predictions from the start of the season.Gary Neville excused Jamie Carragher of ‘bottling it’ after the former Liverpool star failed to predict who would win the Premier titleBut Carragher was caught with his tail between his legs after failing to chose a winner come May.He first argued that Arsenal were out of the running because they’re nine points behind Liverpool.But then revealed that Man City, who Carragher picked at the start of the season, have a chance, and the know-how, to catch Liverpool.His opinion that Liverpool share a 50-50 chance with Pep Guardiola’s out-of-form outfit, sparked animated laughter from the rest of panel.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSpeaking on The Overlap’s Stick to Football Podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet, a boisterous Neville said: “So are you moving from City to Liverpool?”Carragher replied: “No, no. What I’m saying is City can close the gap, they’ve won it before in the second half of the season.”Before a high-pitched Neville, 49, teasingly interjected: “WHAT! Shut up stop talking. So who you going with?”A red-faced Carragher, 46, doubled-down: “I said before it’s 50-50.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThis sparked utter chaos from Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright, who were brave enough to pick a team, as they burst out screeching.A jumping and throwing Neville said: “He’s bottled it! He doesn’t wanna say Liverpool are going to win the league.”VAR footage of William Saliba red card released by PGMOL as Arsenal fans rage at Liverpool fan’s inputKeane and Scott bent down in laughter as an energetic Wright smacked the table.Carragher turned to divert attention back to the discussion by shouting over them: “There’s no way that Arsenal can win the league.”When repeatedly pressed for a precise prediction by pal Neville, Carragher finally reluctantly said: “I’ll stick with City.”The discussion was sparked by a Sky Sport’s Instagram post that said Liverpool have a 60 per cent chance of winning the title.The probability percentage gave City a 34 per cent of winning, while Arsenal have dropped to just a 4 per cent chance.Liverpool sit five points clear of Man City at the top of the leagueCredit: PACarragher later explained that pundits shouldn’t feel pressure to always go with their first choice from the start of the season.Meanwhile, Neville and Wright stayed with their Arsenal predictions because only “11 games have been played”, while former Lioness Scott and Keane remained with their picks City.But Arsenal will need to be near perfect, with them already having lost two of their first 11 games this season.The group then discussed the nine England stars who have pulled out of international duty this week.Neville said: “Do we all agree that the England players are having it on a bit?”Carragher replied: “100 per cent”, before Wright backed Bukayo Saka’s and Declan Rice’s integrity. Kane made his feelings clear in an interview with ITV SportThis comes after captain Harry Kane accused players of “taking advantage” of the unusual predicament of there being no full-time manager in post.The 101-cap striker, 31, told ITV Sport: “I think England comes before anything. It comes before club and it is the most important thing you play as a professional footballer.”Gareth was hot on that and he wasn’t afraid to make decisions if that started to drift from certain players.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It’s a shame this week obviously. I think it’s a tough period of the season and maybe that’s been taken advantage of a little bit.”I don’t really like it if I’m totally honest. I think England comes before anything, any club situation.”Ultimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here. More

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      Sky Sports pundits announce never-before-seen broadcast for huge Arsenal vs Man Utd clash

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      GARY NEVILLE has revealed a stunning new broadcast feature for Arsenal’s clash against Manchester United next month.The Gunners take on the Red Devils on December 4 at 8.15pm in what will be only Ruben Amorim’s fourth game in charge of the club after being named new head coach.Gary Neville has announced that The Overlap will be doing a Watchalong for Arsenal v Man UtdCredit: The OverlapThe Emirates clash will be part of a huge midweek package of games being broadcast by Amazon Prime Video, rather than Sky Sports.However, Neville has revealed how a conversation with Ian Wright has sparked a brand new idea that will allow fans to see their reaction live as the action unfolds.Speaking on The Overlap’s Stick to Football Podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet, Neville, 49 said: “We were driving along a few weeks ago [and talking], Man Utd play Arsenal on a Wednesday night and Ian suggested a watchalong.”So we’re going to do a Stick to Football watchalong Man Utd v Arsenal live in here on December 4.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWatchalongs have become a popular way for fans to keep track of games when they are not on TV or at the ground.Man Utd fan Mark Goldbridge is one of the most famous content creators to tap into this market.For example, on the That’s Football channel Goldbridge sits in front of a camera and streams himself reacting to games.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe streamed the 1-1 draw between Chelsea and Arsenal, and has had more than 192,000 viewers on YouTube, while the channel itself has nearly 1.3 million subscribers.Most read in FootballOn the United Stand – another Goldbridge-made channel – the watchalong of Man Utd’s 3-0 win over Leicester has received more than 410,000 views.’He should get a job somewhere else,’ fumes Roy Keane as he blasts Man Utd star for gesture after goal Fans of numerous other clubs have also tapped into this market, including Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Newcastle, while there are also rival Man Utd fan channels.Even after they are done, viewers will often clip moments from the watchalong which then do the rounds on social media, often in the form of memes as a means to ridicule a rival fanbase, particularly after a defeat or after conceding in the game.However, Jill Scott has revealed she won’t be able to attend because she is “going back to the jungle” to work on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!.She let slip this means she will be in Australia working for ITV as a guest for 10 days.Roy Keane, ever the traditionalist, had some thoughts of on the watchalong idea.He said: “So we’re just going to be watching the game like we would at home? So, swearing given up?”Scott joked: “So he’s going to be in his boxer shorts,” which prompted a smirk from the 53-year-old.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe quipped: “That’s what your missing Jill, we’ll send you a picture.”The idea is likely to be a one off, with most of the pundits usually working for broadcasters during matches. More