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    Moment England supporter is ‘caught on camera putting white powder up his nose’ – sparking Sky Sports review

    THIS is the bizarre moment a football fan appears to put a mystery powder up his nose while celebrating England’s extra-time goal. The footage captures the moment hundreds of fans at Newcastle’s Times Square reacted to Jude Bellingham’s last-minute kick against Slovakia. A bearded man dressed in black appears to hold a spoon up to his noseCredit: TwitterHe then brings the utensil up again, this time putting it into his mouthCredit: TwitterDuring the video, a bearded man dressed in black appears to hold a spoon with a substance on it up to his nose, before returning it to a container. He then brings the utensil up again, this time putting it into his mouth.The man then proceeds to sing along to Neil Diamond’s hit song “Sweet Caroline” – a popular anthem among England football fans – jumping up and down with the crowd in jubilation. The clip, posted on X, formerly Twitter, has raked in more than 13million views. Read more SportSky Sports are now understood to be reviewing their use of fan footage and urging staff to be “more vigilant”, with a more thorough approach taken in future, MailOnline reports. The footage was aired on Sky Sports News at 6.57pm while former England boss Sam Allardyce discussed the dramatic events of last night’s game. It came after Jude Bellingham’s majestic overhead kick deep into stoppage time saved England from a humiliating Euros exit.Gareth Southgate’s side had been utterly woeful and looked to be heading home thanks to Ivan Schranz’s clever finish.Most read in Euro 2024But Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minute, brilliantly firing into the corner after Marc Guehi had flicked on Kyle Walker’s long throw.Remarkably, it was England’s first shot on target, summing how poor they had been.Inside England’s first training after win over Slovakia as Southgate faces selection headacheBut another one came soon after, as 53 seconds into extra-time, when Harry Kane headed home from close range to set up a quarter-final with Switzerland.Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minuteCredit: RexHarry Kane celebrates scoring the winning goal against SlovakiaCredit: Rex More

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    Watch moment Gary Neville gets interrupted live on TV by England fans as pundits are left in stitches

    GARY NEVILLE was interrupted on live TV by rowdy England fans to leave his fellow pundits in stitches.The former Manchester United full-back performed a double-whammy yesterday for the broadcaster.Jude Bellingham rescued England with a last-ditch bicycle kick against SlovakiaCredit: EPAFans were still singing the star’s name late at night as they interrupted Gary Neville’s analysisCredit: ITVHe firstly joined Ian Wright and Roy Keane in the studio for England’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Slovakia in the last-16 of Euro 2024.Neville celebrated wildly with Wright when Jude Bellingham’s bicycle kick rescued Gareth Southgate and his side with just 85 seconds left before Harry Kane won it in extra-time.The 49-year-old, who was capped 85 times by the Three Lions, then stayed on to work alongside Eni Aluko and Gaizka Mendieta for Spain’s 4-1 triumph against Georgia.Neville had regained his composure by this point during the evening’s coverage and was discussing England’s issues.READ MORE ON EURO 2024However, in the background viewers could hear singing from a group.And just as he was in full rant about what Southgate’s side needed to do to go on and win it, he was suddenly drowned out by a chorus of “Hey Jude” from nearby England fans in honour of Bellingham.Neville could not stop himself from laughing as both Aluko, Mendieta and host Mark Pougatch joined in the chuckling.“We just need a few pints like they’ve had,” joked Neville.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe ex-England No.2 to Roy Hodgson then attempted to try and continue to state his case only for the chant to continue to dominate the airwaves.Neville had earlier slammed Southgate’s tactics and demanded three substitutions were made at half-time against Slovakia.Ian Wright and Gary Neville go wild after Bellingham’s England equaliser… as eagle-eyed fans spot Roy Keane’s reactionEngland were dire in the opening 45 minutes and went in at the break 1-0 down after Ivan Schranz’s strike.With the ex-England right-back saying a change out wide was needed, with Cole Palmer and Anthony Gordon coming on.And Neville wanted Trent Alexander-Arnold to replace Kieran Trippier, so Kyle Walker could switch flanks to left-back.However, he was stunned earlier in the day before kick-off by his old United team-mate.The best of England vs SlovakiaCHECK out all the best action from England’s rollercoaster Euro 2024 last-16 win over Slovakia.Keane shocked Neville with a crude four-word outburst during the coverageKeane tipped the Three Lions to reach the quarter-finals in line with their status as favourites, but it was his follow up remark that had his team-mate in stitches.Giving his prediction for the match, Keane exclaimed: “I can’t see anything but an England win.”In response, Neville said: “He’s gone early, he’s gone early!”England ratings: Bellingham rescues woeful Three Lions as big names, and manager, have a shockerJUDE BELLINGHAM’S majestic overhead kick deep into stoppage time saved England from a humiliating Euros exit.Gareth Southgate’s side had been utterly woeful and looked to be heading home thanks to Ivan Schranz’s clever finish.But Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minute, brilliantly firing into the corner after Marc Guehi had flicked on Kyle Walker’s long throw.Remarkably, it was England’s first shot on target, summing how poor they had been.But another one came soon after, as 53 seconds into extra-time, Harry Kane headed home from close range to set up a quarter-final with Switzerland.It was as close a shave as it comes, and if they play like this against the Swiss, then they will be toast.Here’s how Tom Barclay rated England’s stars… and manager Southgate.Jordan Pickford: 5Appeared to hurt his left hand when taking a big whack in the warm-up, but still played. Fired a lot of long balls and was lucky not to be lobbed by David Strelec’s 45-yard strike.Kyle Walker: 4England’s second-most experienced player had a shocker. He looked uncharacteristically slow, his touch was heavy and his crossing was nowhere near good enough. But it was his long throw that led to Bellingham’s magic.John Stones: 4Said it was time for the senior pros to step up in the build-up to the game, but there was little sign of that until Bellingham did his thing, and he is only 21. Stones fired aimless long balls, gave it away and it was his mistake that almost led to Strelec’s trying his luck from range.Marc Guehi: 5Booked early after Kieran Trippier’s underhit pass meant he had to take out the excellent David Strelec, meaning he is out of the quarter-final. Ivan Schranz bamboozled him for Slovakia’s opener but his flick-on to Bellingham brought the leveller.Kieran Trippier: 4When Jude Bellingham’s good ball found Trippier on the edge of the box early doors, on his favoured right foot, you thought, ‘Here we go’. He smashed it into Row Z.Declan Rice: 5An old-school reducer on Juraj Kucka was a fair tackle, even if it left the 37-year-old hobbling. His curling effort with ten minutes to go cracked against the post.Kobbie Mainoo: 6FIRST start at a major tournament and our only decent performer in an horrendous first half from England. Blasted a volley over but was also booked for a late tackle.Bukayo Saka: 5We all know what a fantastic player Saka is for Arsenal, and for England in games gone by, but he rarely threatened here. Did go the distance though, and in a number of positions.Jude Bellingham: 7 and STAR MANCometh the hour, cometh the man. He had underwhelmed again until the 96th minute, but who cares when you step up like that.Phil Foden: 4Thought he had levelled early in the second half but his tap-in was ruled out by VAR after he was caught being, inexplicably, offside. Just off it all night, in danger of being dropped.Harry Kane: 6Still way off his best – he was nowhere to be seen in the first half and missed a free header after the break – but got it right when it counted in extra time.SUBSTITUTIONSCole Palmer (on for Kieran Trippier, 66): 7FANS were on their feet applauding when Southgate finally made a change and brought him on. So lively and with a lovely delivery, must be in with a chance of starting against the Swiss.Eberechi Eze (on for Kobbie Mainoo, 84): 6Did enough to put off Slovak full-back Peter Pekarik from turning home at close range in extra-time. Looked like he had been hit by a train when Denis Vavro walloped into him.Ivan Toney (on for Phil Foden, 90): 7GRABBED the assist for Kane’s winner by flicking on after a free-kick – which he had won with his strength – had been cleared.Conor Gallagher (on for Harry Kane, 105): 6Southgate rolled the dice in extra-time by trying to shut the game out, taking his captain off for the Chelsea midfielder.Ezri Konsa (on for Jude Bellingham, 105): 6Ditto to Gallagher as Konsa got his first minutes of the tournament in place of the hero Bellingham, which felt a risky strategy.MANAGERGareth Southgate: 3.A lucky, lucky man. Tactically, his team were all long ball, lacked any movement, and did not conjure up a shot on target until Bellingham’s wonder strike – and that came from Walker chucking it in the mixer. Subs took ages in the 90 and then felt risky as he sought to see the game out in extra-time.This prompted Keane to quip: “Story of my life!”The Irishman’s delivery reduced Neville to hysterics alongside him in the studio.READ MORE SUN STORIESKeane and Neville’s relationship dates back to their time together at Old Trafford.The pair made 322 appearances together for United, winning 17 major trophies with the club.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    Watch moment George Russell pours champagne all over Sky Sports reporter and then refuses to give him an interview

    GEORGE RUSSELL’S wild Austrian Grand Prix celebrations saw him pour champagne all over Ted Kravitz.The Sky Sports reporter also failed to secure an interview with the British driver in the paddock.George Russell poured champagne over Ted Kravitz before refusing an interviewCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1The Sky Sports reporter was left soaked after the celebrations at the Mercedes garageCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1Russell claimed the second F1 race of his career at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg on Sunday.He capitalised on a collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris to take the lead before holding on for the chequered flag.Norris was forced to retire as a result, whilst Verstappen ultimately finished in fifth.After the win, Russell returned to the Mercedes garage with a bottle of champagne.READ MORE F1 NEWSKravitz met the Mercedes man on arrival in search of an interview, only to have champagne poured on his head.The reporter had said: “No, no, no please,” as Russell lifted the bottle in the air.However, he continued to pour it onto Kravitz whilst cheering, before patting him on the chest.Russell then headed into the garage instead of giving an interview, with Kravitz seen joking: “You don’t get away that easily.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe celebrations came after the 26-year-old claimed his first win since the 2022 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz completed the podium ahead of Russell’s team-mate Lewis Hamilton in fourth.Formula One’s Highest EarnersDespite the win, Russell remains seventh in the Drivers’ Championship after 11 races.He will be hoping to build on the victory at his home race next weekend as F1 heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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    Sky Sports legend Martin Brundle’s marriage in crisis as he spends time apart from wife after they hit ‘rocky patch’

    TELLY’S Grand Prix star Martin Brundle has been hit by a marriage crisis.The Sky Sports F1 pundit and former racing driver, 65, is spending time apart from his wife of almost 40 years.Martin Brundle and wife Liz’s marriage is in crisisCredit: GettyMartin Brundle is a former F1 driver, and has an estimated wealth of £83.6mCredit: GettyPundit Martin Brundle and college sweetheart Liz, who have been married for nearly 40 yearsCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe news comes after he made public comments on the Christian Horner sexting scandal, saying “mud sticks” and it was “a damaging story” for the Red Bull team chief.Brundle married college sweetheart Liz in the 1980s and they live together in a mansion in a Norfolk village, near his home town of King’s Lynn.A source said yesterday: “Martin and Liz are going through a rocky patch. He’s been away a lot recently and she’s not seen much of him. Things aren’t going well for them.”Speaking from her home, Liz told The Sun on Sunday: “We are spending some time apart but we are married and together.”READ MORE ON F1This weekend, Brundle was working at the Austrian Grand Prix in Spielberg.He met Liz while they were students in King’s Lynn. They have two children, Alex, 33, and Charlie, 36.Alex followed in his father’s footsteps and has a racing career. He has completed the 24 Hours of Le Mans race — which his dad won in 1990. Charlie works for McLaren Automotive.Most read in MotorsportEx-McLaren ace Brundle continues to be a household name thanks to his pre-race grid walk interviews.He has become a master of pushing his way to the front over the years, securing chats with the likes of David Beckham, Ed Sheeran, Will Smith, Michael Douglas, Kylie Minogue and Sun columnist Jeremy Clarkson.In February, during Red Bull’s probe into team boss Horner’s behaviour, Brundle said: “Christian Horner has been pivotal to Red Bull’s success. ‘I’m in charge round here’ – F1 reporter Martin Brundle brushes off security to get to Mbappe for live TV interview“I know absolutely nothing about the current situation. I’m as confused as anybody else in Formula One.”But following Red Bull dismissing the complaint against Horner with a short statement, Brundle added: “I think the problem of making no comment whatsoever on what may or may not have happened is that mud sticks.“It’s a global story. I think it’s been a damaging story for Christian and Red Bull and all of Formula One.”Martin Brundle interviews Sun columnist Jeremy Clarkson on the gridCredit: GettyRed Bull team boss Horner and wife Geri HalliwellCredit: The Mega AgencyHorner was supported by his wife, Spice Girl Geri Halliwell.Brundle was considered one of the best F1 drivers to have never won a Grand Prix, securing numerous podium finishes in inferior cars.He was the World Sportscar Championship winner in 1988 and won the 24 Hours of Daytona challenge the same year. He has commentated for ITV, BBC and Sky Sports.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrundle won the Royal Television Society award for best sports pundit in 1998, 1999, 2005 and 2006 and has amassed an estimated £83.6million.This week, The Sun revealed how the telly commentator is set to make an appearance in Brad Pitt’s new racing film Apex. Brundle’s agent was approached for comment. More

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    Teofimo Lopez vs Steve Claggett: Start time, live stream, TV channel and full card as The Takeover returns to the ring

    TEOFIMO LOPEZ defends his titles once again this weekend in a fight against underdog contender Steve Claggett. Lopez is coming off a controversial points win against Jamaine Ortiz back in February. Teofimo Lopez beat Josh Taylor with relative ease when they fought a year agoCredit: APAnd before that, the Brooklyn-born fighter beat Josh Taylor in one of the performances of his career. Claggett has never performed on a stage as big as this, and he’ll need every ounce of luck in order to come out with a win and Lopez’s titles here. Lopez also beat Vasiliy Lomachenko earlier in his career, but the 26-year-old has struggled to stay consistent since then. When is Lopez vs Claggett?Lopez’s fight against Claggett takes place this weekend on Saturday, June 29.The fight will be held at the James L McKnight Center in Miami Beach, Florida.Ring-walks for the main event are likely to get going at around 11pm ET/8pm PST/4am BSTWhat channel is it and can it be live streamed?Lopez vs Claggett will be shown live on ESPN+ in the UK.You can live stream all the action from the ESPN app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.In the UK, Sky Sports will broadcast the fight on their Main Event channel. Lopez vs Claggett full cardTeofimo Lopez vs. Steve ClaggettRobeisy Ramirez vs. Brandon Leon BenitezSona Akale vs. Nico Ali Walsh, rematchElvis Rodriguez vs. Jino RodrigoEmiliano Vargas vs. Jose ZaragozaRohan Polanco vs. Luis HernandezEuri Cedeno vs. Dormedes PotesYan Santana vs. Brandon ValdesLorenzo Medina vs. Detrailous Webster More

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    League One announce never-before-seen opening day fixtures but supporters say ‘already not a fan of this’

    THE EFL have announced that League One games will start at 5:30pm on the opening weekend in a broadcasting first – and fans are not happy.All EFL fixtures are set for live broadcast on Sky Sports during the first weekend – including matches scheduled for 3pm on Saturday.The Sky fixtures for the Championship, League One and League Two were all announced on WednesdayCredit: GettyBut League One fans have been left reeling with the late kick-offs on the opening weekendCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe 2024/2025 season will see the launch of a brand new five-year broadcast deal between the EFL and Sky Sports – with talkSPORT holding national radio rights for the next four years.This will replace the current iFollow service for UK based supporters.The new deal will allow League One fans to watch their teams on the telly over 20 times a season for the first time.In most cases, 3pm kick-offs on Saturday are not allowed to be shown by domestic broadcasters under Article 48 of Uefa’s statutes.read more football newsBut the new-look opening weekend will NOT be subjected to the 3pm blackout for the first time ever.Yet all League One first day fixtures will start at 5:30pm on August 10, with League Two being offered all 3pm slots.However blackout restrictions will remain in place for the rest of the season, meaning more games will be played outside the traditional time slot.Footie fans have a deep love for Saturday 3pm kick offs – there is a notion that something about football is lost if a game doesn’t kick off at that time.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe blackout idea came about to ensure football matches still attract large attendances despite some games beginning to be televised.And League One fans – particularly those with long away trips – are not impressed with the change to more evening kick-offs.Fans ask ‘did the Year 8s have the gym booked out’ as EFL star forced to do fitness induction in CANTEENOne fuming Leyton Orient fan wrote: “5:30 kick off on the first day? already not a massive fan of this new broadcast deal.”Another wrote: “Opening day kicks off at 5:30pm. Which is annoying!”A third commented: “Pardon? Oh no I don’t like this.”While another said: “Wow only League 2 have been given Saturday 3pm games – Sky Sports are well and truly ruining football!”A fourth chimed in: “Those EFL kick-off times across on the opening day are hideous, 11 games kicking off at 5.30 in the third division.”Another user wrote: “RIP traditional 3pm kick-offs on a Saturday.”The regular EFL season will begin on the weekend of 10-11 August and run until 3 May 2025.Who are these famous footballers?BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS More

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    Watch smiling England hero Sir Geoff Hurst brilliantly shoehorn advertising plug into live TV interview on Sky Sports

    ENGLAND legend Sir Geoff Hurst brilliantly used a live TV appearance to give Budweiser some free advertising.The hero of the 1966 World Cup final appeared on Sky Sports News to preview The Three Lions’ final group match of Euro 2024.England icon Sir Geoff Hurst was a recent guest on Sky Sports NewsCredit: REXThe 1966 World Cup winner bizarrely used his time on air to plug BudweiserHurst, 82, was quizzed about his ongoings hours before England’s final Group C match against Slovenia.And he bizarrely decided to use time on the silver screen to plug his American sponsor.After being asked about his pre-match antics, Hurst replied: “What I’m up to? Supporting England.”I just finished off an advert for Budweiser, which has been very interesting.READ MORE ON EURO 2024″And I think one of the great things about supporting England is you can support England from all over the country.”Not just at the games, but in pubs and bars. Just enjoying a nice glass of Budweiser.”Footage of Hurst spectacularly filling his role as a brand ambassador for the famous American beer company went viral and blew footie fans away.One commented on X: “F***ing hell, Geoff. How much did they pay you for that?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWho is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.Another said: “Budweiser staff just out of frame threatening to kill Geoff’s dog if he doesn’t mention them every 8 seconds.”And another said: “World-class brand ambassadoring.”Gary Lineker pokes fun at Harry Kane ‘s***’ row with cheeky quip live on BBC during Euro 2024 coverageOne jokingly remarked: “Hi, Geoff Budweiser here.'”Another jokingly in: “I think we can dominate the midfield Martin, in the same way, the foam from a cool glass of Budweiser can lather on top of the sumptuous chilled beer.”Hurst, who received his knighthood in 1998, is no stranger to giving free publicity to companies he’s working with.During the 2006 World Cup, the former striker did some outrageous product placement in an interview on Radio 5 Live.He said: “I am on the banks of the Rhine with the McDonald’s escort programme, er, the player escort programme we are having a great time.”And he sensationally signed off with McDonald’s famous slogan, saying: “I’m lovin’ it!” More

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    Will Still goes public with Sky Sports presenter girlfriend as they attend England’s Euro 2024 clash with Denmark

    WILL STILL has gone public with his Sky Sports presenter girlfriend.And the couple did so after watching England in action at Euro 2024.Will Still is dating a Sky Sports presenterCredit: Instagram / @wrstillThe new couple posed together in Frankfurt at Euro 2024Credit: Instagram / @wrstillStill made a name for himself as the youngest manager in Europe’s top five leagues.He was just 30 when he took over at Reims – even before getting his Uefa Pro Licence, costing the club £22,000 per match.Still guided the club to ninth in Ligue 1 last season before announcing his exit to take over at RC Lens from next term. But he made the most of his summer holiday to head over the border to Germany alongside his new girlfriend.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLStill shared a series of snaps on his Instagram on Friday from the Waldstadion in Frankfurt – where the Three Lions played out their drab draw with Denmark.And in the pics he posed in a simple grey Tommy Hilfiger jumper alongside his beaming partner.Still tagged Emma Saunders in the post as they smiled together.He captioned it with football and love heart emojis.Most read in FootballFelicity Still, presumably a relative of Will’s, commented: “Love you both.”Saunders rocked the new England home kit as she enjoyed a day off from work.SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesEmma is employed by Sky Sports and has interviewed some of the biggest names in the Premier League including the likes of Mo Salah and Bruno Fernandes.She also does plenty of Super Sunday, EFL and Carabao Cup reporting – and worked for the BBC at Euro 2020 and the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Away from work, Emma enjoys Formula One and a day out at Royal Ascot as well as travelling on holidays. The pretty brunette might be making more trips to France in the coming monthsCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsSaunders enjoys a day out the racesCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsShe posts plenty of photos for her 67,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsStill left Reims at the end of last season and will take over at RC LensCredit: GettySaunders worked at Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup for the BBCCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsShe regularly works alongside Gary NevilleCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsEmma works for Sky SportsCredit: Instagram / @emmasaunds More