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    TNT Sports troll Jurgen Klopp with cheeky post after Liverpool boss slams broadcaster over ‘criminal’ fixtures

    TNT Sports have hit back at Jurgen Klopp after he suggested he would never watch the broadcaster again after leaving Liverpool.Klopp jokingly took a swipe at the channel during his press conference yesterday and blamed them for fixture congestion.Jurgen Klopp criticised TNT Sports for fixture congestionCredit: TNT SportsDespite playing Spurs this Sunday at 4:30pm, he mentioned that the broadcaster often pick Liverpool for the early kick-off on Saturday and said he won’t miss that when he leaves at the end of this season.He took aim at TNT among other broadcasters for the “criminal” fixture congestion affecting English clubs, suggesting that it played a role in the Premier League’s under performance in European competitions.Klopp said: “The Premier League is the best league in the world. It is not overrated, the players are overworked. Somebody needs to help the people.”You cut off one game (FA Cup replays), you give the top teams three more Champions League games. Everyone has a reason to say, ‘You cannot cut off these games, they are important!’ But you cannot sort it all the time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I had a discussion the other day with colleagues from my favourite TV channel which I will definitely never watch again, TNT. And people always say, ‘They pay you! They give money for football’. It’s not that, it’s the other way around, football pays them.“They broadcast and deliver it but it’s not like TNT or Sky is doing really well and can pay all of you.”You have to become a partner of football again and not just the squeezer. That’s just a little advice from an old man on the way out.”He continued by joking: “They dare to give us (a schedule of) Thursday, Sunday, Wednesday, Saturday 12.30 — it’s a crime!Most read in Football”I was waiting for Amnesty International to go to them [TNT]. I would like to be part of that meeting when someone says, ‘Liverpool 12.30’ and the whole room bursts into [laughter].The club hit back at him on X with a jokey postCredit: TNT SportsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I would like to be there. The quickest turnaround in the whole world… Liverpool!“They say you have to fight more and go for it. It’s absolutely insane. But they are still happy.Michail Antonio ‘reveals what Jurgen Klopp told Mo Salah’ in furious touchline spat vs West Ham “They like subscribers, you can take me off that list. If you are ever looking for a pundit, I speak English and could do it, but… what was the question by the way?”TNT’s social media team were quick to snap back at Klopp with a jokey comeback.Referring to the fact that Klopp will step down as Liverpool manager at the end of this season, the broadcaster suggested he would be applying to join them as a pundit.They posted to X with the caption “One new applicant” and showed a mock-up of Klopp’s CV.The image listed Klopp’s achievements with Liverpool, saying he was a Champions League and Premier League winner.But the image also showed that he was unwilling to work on Saturday’s at 12:30pm – their designated TV slot from the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESOne fan replied by saying: “Would be quite funny having him as a pundit tbh..”While another wrote: “This could have been funny if Klopp wasn’t 100% right.”Klopp has botched his Liverpool exit… and it’s cost him his legacy, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
    NOW we know Jurgen Klopp’s final major trophy haul at Liverpool — one Champions League, one Premier League, one FA Cup, two League Cups and (if you must) a World Club Cup.
    But where does his reign stand among the greatest of the Premier League era?
    In black-and-white terms, Klopp is way behind Sir Alex Ferguson and Pep Guardiola, the only two men to have won multiple Premier Leagues and a Champions League at the same club.
    Those two sit alongside Brian Clough, Bob Paisley and Sir Matt Busby as the undoubted all-time managerial greats of the English game.
    But Klopp ranks in the next tier down — with Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho (the Chelsea version), Bill Shankly and Don Revie.
    These were all men with the strength of character to transform their clubs in their own image and enjoy success but who did not win as much as they might have done.
    Had Klopp managed to keep his intentions under wraps and ended up with another title, perhaps even a treble or quadruple, he’d have edged himself up into that highest echelon with Ferguson, Guardiola, Clough, Paisley and Busby.
    But deciding the timing and the manner of your exit is one of the toughest calls for any manager or sportsman.
    Klopp got it wrong.
    Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.
    Or click here to check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles. More

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    Sky Sports presenter looks alarmed as Gary Neville is spotted giving death stare live on TV

    GARY NEVILLE baffled Sky Sports presenter Kelly Cates as he stared into the Kenilworth Road crowd last night.The Sky gang were in Luton last night for the Hatters’ crucial clash with Everton under the lights.Gary Neville confused fellow panellists by staring into the distanceJamie Carragher pulled Neville up for his actionNeville, 48, baffled Kelly Cates by staring into the crowdAs Cates addressed the camera after the match, she was momentarily distracted by Jamie Carragher’s grin.Looking alarmed, she asked him: “Who are you smiling at?”Carragher, 46, then pointed at Neville as he replied: “Him. He’s staring people out. Who you looking at?”Neville, 48, then appeared to break out of a trance, smiling as he said: “Sorry just… yeah.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe trio had just watched Luton draw 1-1 with Everton, leaving them languishing in the bottom three with two games left.Dominic Calvert-Lewin gave the Toffees the lead from the penalty spot on 24 minutes, after Teden Mengi was penalised for holding Jarrad Branthwaite.The Hatters levelled seven minutes later following brilliant work from Elijah Adebayo.Demonstrating where Mengi went wrong when conceding the penalty, Neville put his arm into Carragher.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhen the Liverpool legend didn’t look best pleased, Neville said: “He’s not happy now.”He then went on: “You make sure just before the ball comes in, you do that.”He’s not happy’ – Jamie Carragher SHOVES Gary Neville live on TV in revenge for showing off man-marking styleAt this point, he cheekily shoved Carra off screen.Not taking this treatment lying down, Carragher smiled mischievously as he returned, giving Neville a shove back.Presenter Kelly Cates laughed as she said: “Oi careful, don’t get me involved in this!”Neville and Carragher got into a shoving match after the game More

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    Watch Jamie Carragher SHOVE Gary Neville and send Man Utd legend flying towards Sky Sports host on live TV

    JAMIE CARRAGHER and Gary Neville got involved in a shoving match live on Sky Sports last night.The punditry duo were at Kenilworth Road for Luton’s crucial Prem clash with Everton.Jamie Carragher shoved Gary Neville live on Sky SportsCredit: Sky SportsCarra’s push sent Neville hurtling towards Kelly CatesCredit: Sky SportsNeville had started it when demonstrating set piece markingCredit: Sky SportsThe Manchester United legend had sent Carra hurtling off screenCredit: Sky SportsDuring the first half they watched the Hatters concede a penalty, when Teden Mengi was penalised for wrestling with Jarrad Branthwaite as a corner was swung in.Dominic Calvert-Lewin subsequently made no mistake, putting the Toffees ahead from the spot on 24 minutes.After the game, Carragher and Neville demonstrated where Mengi had gone wrong.The former, 46, said: “I’ve always said this about holding shirts, you’ve got to know when to let go.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”You can have a little bit of a jostle, a little bit of holding here and there but there’s a time and a place where you think, ‘I’ve held on for too long now.'”You can probably get away with a second but you’ve got to let go, and he just doesn’t let go and this day and age, you’re not going to get away with it.”Neville, 48, then continued: “The element of surprise as a defender is that you look like you’re not marking him. Just as the ball is about to be kicked, if I’m marking him, you do that…”At this point, he demonstrated by putting his arm into Carragher.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Manchester United legend then laughed as he said: “He’s not happy now.”Neville then went on: “You make sure just before the ball comes in, you do that.”Watch moment bleary-eyed Jamie Carragher is told to ‘be quiet’ by Dortmund staff as he gives interview after EIGHT PINTSAt this point, he cheekily shoved Carra off screen.Not taking this treatment lying down, Carragher smiled mischievously as he returned, giving Neville a shove back.Presenter Kelly Cates laughed as she said: “Oi careful, don’t get me involved in this!”Once the shoving match was over, Neville continued: “You can’t do that, that’s just not a movement that any defender does so he’s a little bit naive, a lot naive there.”Look it happens, but that’s not a movement a defender or a motion a defender should do.”Everton’s lead did not last, with Luton forward Elijah Adebayo scoring a brilliant equaliser on 31 minutes.The physical contest went on to finish 1-1, leaving Luton still in the bottom three with two games remaining.After the game, Hatters boss Rob Edwards echoed Neville and Carragher’s sentiments when it came to the penalty conceded by his side.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “We don’t have too many ­complaints.”Teden is going to have a fantastic career. It’s a learning experience for him. He held him for a bit too long.”Teden Mengi was penalised for holding Jarrad BranthwaiteCredit: Getty More

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    Sky Sports presenter Melissa Reddy stuns in bold see-through outfit as fans gush ‘God gave you all the world’s beauty’

    MELISSA REDDY shared her three wishes with fans as she again granted them theirs – more glamorous photos!The Sky Sports presenter proved she believes in free-to-dare Meli-vision – mixing bold outfits with exotic locations and a glimpse of her hobbies.Melissa Reddy made this a bridge of sighs for fansCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyThe broadcaster blended glamour with downtimeCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyShe’s a fan of padel, a sort of smaller-racket tennisCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyThe South African, 37, labelled the selection “in my me time”.And she added the trio of desires that keep her fulfilled.The social media star wrote: “Health, a wealth of peace, and happiness.”One fan promptly suggested Melissa had also been handed a fourth gift.READ MORE TOP STORIESHe posted: “God gave you all the world’s beauty the day you were born.”She even had admirers guessing over her location in one shot – as she wore a see-through top beneath an open jacket on a stone bridge.”Where are you? – Fabulous,” wrote one fan.Melissa added a dazzling necklace and designer bag to her garb of dark-blue trousersuit with big shiny buttons.Most read in FootballMore glitz came in another shot as she opted for a plunging dress beneath a short leather-look jacket.Melissa also showed a work-out clip lifting weights, a snap of an indoor swimming pool and a picture from a padel court.Sports reporter Melissa Reddy works up a sweat as she shows off her gym routineAnd there was an image of a book that suggests Melissa is brewing up some multi-lingual skills.A copy of “50 French Coffee breaks” sat on what appeared to be a marble chair.The blurb on the cover labelled the book: “Short activities to improve your French one cup at a time.”Just like Melissa brightens the mood of her fans – one pic at a time! Her 230,000 Instagram followers called her “A wealth of radiance” …. “so beautiful” … “gorgeous” … and a stunning beauty”.More dramatically, as we near end-of-season honours’ time, she was described as “the best and most beautiful football reporter in the business”.A glimpse into the life of the popular broadcaster …This elegant outfit also wowed viewersCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyMelissa has built up an impressive 221,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddyBut her main focus is as a reporter for Sky SportsCredit: INSTAGRAM @melissa_reddyShe celebrated her birthday with an exotic holiday and posted some stunning snapsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CuP4qogNivU/She regularly updates fans with her travel-filled lifestyle and array of bikinisCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddyMelissa travelled to the US last summer to cover the MLS All-stars vs Arsenal game for Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyFans love Melissa’s insights on the Beautiful GameCredit: instagram @melissa_reddyReddy is a key part of Sky Sports’ rosterCredit: Instagram @melissa_reddyThe Sky Sports star chats with Jamie RedknappCredit: GettyMelissa was showered with compliments by fansCredit: instgram @melissa_reddy More

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    Gary Neville reveals what Man Utd legend Roy Keane did to ‘strutting’ Mark Clattenburg during incredibly frosty exchange

    GARY NEVILLE revealed fellow Manchester United legend Roy Keane refused to shake former referee Mark Clattenburg’s hand during an awkward exchange two years ago.Neville, 49, Keane, 52, and Clattenburg, 49, worked together in the 2022 World Cup as they provided analysis on TV during the competition in Qatar.Gary Neville revealed Roy Keane threw Mark Clattenburg’s hand away during a frosty handshakeManchester United legend Keane doesn’t seem to regret the awkward exchangeCredit: GettyClattenburg made headlines after resigning as refereeing consultant at Nottingham ForestCredit: GettyAnd the Sky Sports pundit remembers walking with the tough Irishman and Arsenal legend Ian Wright one day and meeting the ref who was “strutting” the other way.Clattenburg went to shake Neville and Wright’s hand, but by the time he got to Keane the legendary United captain forcefully threw his hand away before walking off.The former England international looked back at that frosty interaction during the latest episode of Stick to Football alongside Keane, Wright, Jamie Carragher and Jill Scott.Keane told Neville: “He’s your mate Clattenburg! You were all over him at the World Cup.”Read More on FootballNeville replied: “He’s opened up a can of worms now! So basically, we’re walking along this place in the World Cup, the three of us were having a chat and Mark Clattenburg walks towards us…”Keane interjected: “‘But he was strutting, wasn’t he?”Neville responded: “Right, he’s worked with us at the previous World Cups as our refereeing consultant, we trained with him and got to know him a bit.”So basically, we’re walking along and I’m like, ‘Hi Mark, how are you?’ And then he goes over to Roy to shake his hand and Roy goes [throws his hand away]. No word of a lie!Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”He threw his hand away! And I’m like, ‘What’s going on here?! I know he’s a bit feisty but…’ You [Keane] carried on walking and we were left talking to him and I said, ‘Ref, is there a problem?’.”Keane then suggested he was unhappy with something Clattenburg said about him in his autobiography titled Whistle Blower.Gary Neville reveals he won’t be at Nottingham Forest for Sky amid lawsuit threat as Roy Keane slams club for ‘no class’The midfield great explained: “He’d said something in a book after he worked with us.”Clattenburg made headlines as he resigned from his role as refereeing consultant at Nottingham Forest.The ex-Premier League official was appointed in February but left after Forest’s controversial loss to Everton that saw the club releasing a furious post accusing VAR Stuart Attwell of being a Luton Town fan.Neville went on record urging Clattenburg to resign after all that drama. More

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    Jamie Redknapp forced to apologise after ‘stealing Sky Sports host’s thunder’ in awkward moment on live TV

    JAMIE REDKNAPP was forced to apologise live on Sky Sports after he stole his colleague’s thunder.The former Liverpool and Spurs star was part of the team presenting the broadcaster’s coverage of Chelsea vs Tottenham on Thursday night.Jamie Redknapp was forced to apologise to David Jones live on Sky SportsCredit: AlamyJones was planning to award Trevoh Chalobah with the Player of the Match awardCredit: SKY SPORTSRedknapp accidentally let slip that he had won prematurelyCredit: SKY SPORTSKaren Carney teased Redknapp for the mistakeCredit: SKY SPORTSFollowing what was a routine 2-0 win for Chelsea, the time came for post-match interviews and awarding the Player of the Match.Trevoh Chalobah had been selected for the award by the commentary team and headed pitch-side after the game to be interviewed by Redknapp, David Jones and Karen Carney.The interview seemed to be leading to Jones surprising Chalobah with the award – the first in his Premier League career.But before Jones was able to hand over the individual accolade to the 24-year-old, Redknapp let slip that Chalobah had won.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe premature moment from Redknapp led to an awkward apology when Jones did get round to announcing that the Chelsea defender was named Player of the Match.Jones said: “Congratulations! Jamie stole my thunder, but you are the Player of the Match.”Prompting Redknapp to jump in and grovel, saying: “Sorry! I’ve given away the surprise! I’m sorry, but you deserved it [the award]. Well done mate, well done.”While Karen Carney jumped in and joked: “It’s like when you ruin someone’s birthday party isn’t it!”.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe cringe-worthy moment was played off well by all and Chalobah seemed chuffed to have won his first ever Player of the Match award.The Cobham graduate impressed during the match as he scored the opening goal with a superb header after a Conor Gallagher free-kick.Pochettino speaks out after Chelsea’s brilliant 2-0 win over Spurs.mp4Nicolas Jackson added a second to sink Tottenham who have had the week from hell after losing to both Arsenal and Chelsea in the space of five days.Things could get worse for Spurs too as they face Liverpool on Sunday next up.Chelsea on the other hand are forcing a late push for European football and sit just three points off sixth place.Chalobah was awarded Player of the Match for his efforts against SpursCredit: Getty More

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    Jurgen Klopp vows NEVER to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool boss launches hilarious rant over ‘favourite TV channel’

    JURGEN KLOPP has jokingly claimed that he will never watch TNT Sports again after he leaves Liverpool.The German coach, 56, dropped the bombshell in January that he would be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season.Jurgen Klopp has joked he’ll never watch TNT Sports againCredit: GettyThe Liverpool boss has hit out at his side regularly being scheduled for the Saturday lunchtime slotCredit: GettyThe ex-Dortmund manager has transformed Liverpool back into one of the game’s top sides since taking charge in October 2015.He achieved legendary status when ending their 30-year title drought in 2020 while he also led the Reds to three Champions League finals – tasting success in 2019.Despite Liverpool’s title aspirations and Europa League hopes going up in smoke over the past fortnight, Klopp is departing Anfield with a Carabao Cup triumph.He was in good spirits this morning at his pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday’s home clash with Tottenham.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut he could not resist another rant of fixture scheduling and pile-ups as he took a swipe at TNT Sports again for the broadcaster regularly putting his side in the Saturday lunchtime spot after they had been in midweek European action.And he also said English football’s congested calendar is hindering our sides from enjoying more success against the continent’s top teams.Klopp began his tongue-in-cheek rant by saying: “The boys had a few days off this week which was super important and we could have proper training sessions again, which we are not used to.“We stumble from one -1 into the next. I said it from the first day, training helps.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“In general it’s a really interesting subject, seeing that Aston Villa lost 4-2 last night. If they go out it would mean no English team is in a European final.“You will all stay here, you will all talk about it. If you don’t decrease the intensity for the players…Michail Antonio ‘reveals what Jurgen Klopp told Mo Salah’ in furious touchline spat vs West Ham “If you think that all English teams underperformed, there were definitely moments – us against Atalanta and things like this. “But the Premier League is the best league in the world. It is not overrated, the players are overworked. Somebody needs to help the people.”Klopp continued: “You cut off one game (FA Cup replays), you give the top teams three more Champions League games. Everyone has a reason to say, ‘You cannot cut off these games, they are important!’ But you cannot sort it all the time.“I had a discussion the other day with colleagues from my favourite TV channel which I will definitely never watch again, TNT. And people always say, ‘They pay you! They give money for football’. It’s not that, it’s the other way around, football pays them.“They broadcast and deliver it but it’s not like TNT or Sky is doing really well and can pay all of you. “You have to become a partner of football again and not just the squeezer. That’s just a little advice from an old man on the way out.”Klopp was not finished as he added: “I will watch a lot of football but not all – people can survive without matches from time to time. “Manchester City and Arsenal are out in the quarter-finals, it’s just not a reflection of quality. I would like to be part of that meeting when someone says, ‘Liverpool 12.30’ and the whole room bursts into laughter. I would like to be thereJurgen Klopp”We are out in the quarter-finals. Yes other countries have good teams, it’s not about that – it’s a sign.“We have to change our approach. That’s how it is. When I speak about it they think it’s because of our situation, if we lost the last game. “But it’s a general problem. Nothing to do with our schedule now. They dare to give Thursday, Sunday, Wednesday, Saturday 12.30 – it’s a crime!Klopp has botched his Liverpool exit… and it’s cost him his legacy, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
    NOW we know Jurgen Klopp’s final major trophy haul at Liverpool — one Champions League, one Premier League, one FA Cup, two League Cups and (if you must) a World Club Cup.
    But where does his reign stand among the greatest of the Premier League era?
    In black-and-white terms, Klopp is way behind Sir Alex Ferguson and Pep Guardiola, the only two men to have won multiple Premier Leagues and a Champions League at the same club.
    Those two sit alongside Brian Clough, Bob Paisley and Sir Matt Busby as the undoubted all-time managerial greats of the English game.
    But Klopp ranks in the next tier down — with Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho (the Chelsea version), Bill Shankly and Don Revie.
    These were all men with the strength of character to transform their clubs in their own image and enjoy success but who did not win as much as they might have done.
    Had Klopp managed to keep his intentions under wraps and ended up with another title, perhaps even a treble or quadruple, he’d have edged himself up into that highest echelon with Ferguson, Guardiola, Clough, Paisley and Busby.
    But deciding the timing and the manner of your exit is one of the toughest calls for any manager or sportsman.
    Klopp got it wrong.
    Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.
    Or click here to check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles.

    “I was waiting for Amnesty International to go to them. I would like to be part of that meeting when someone says, ‘Liverpool 12.30’ and the whole room bursts into [laughter]. “I would like to be there. The quickest turnaround in the whole world… Liverpool!“They say you have to fight more and go for it. It’s absolutely insane. But they are still happy. “They like subscribers, you can take me off that list. If you are ever looking for a pundit, I speak English and could do it, but… what was the question by the way?”Klopp and Liverpool talisman Mo Salah were spotted rowing on the touchline in last week’s draw at West Ham.And talk of a rift between them escalated after the forward’s post-match remarks.However, the departing boss has rubbished any talk of a fall-out, saying: “Completely resolved.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s not a problem. We have known each other for (a long time) and respect each other. “We have a right to deal with these things completely independently. It’s a non-story.”Klopp says English football’s schedule is killing our sides in EuropeCredit: Getty More

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    Lawrence Okolie vs Lukasz Rozanski: UK start time, TV channel, live stream for Bridgerweight world title bout

    LAWRENCE OKOLIE is gunning for a world title shot once again as he takes on Lukasz Rozanksi later this month. ‘The Sauce’ lost the WBO cruiserweight belt to former stablemate Chris Billam-Smith last summer and has been recuperating since. Lawrence OkolieBut now he’s back at a different weight class, the WBC’s newly-created Bridgerweight, to try and win gold once again. Okolie takes on Rozanski, who beat Alen Babic to win the 224lb title last year. Victory would make him a two-weight world champion with the added foresight that he could yet challenge as a heavyweight one day. But first he needs to get past Rozanski, who will be bang up for it in front of his home fans. When is Okolie vs Rozanski?
    Okolie’s clash with Rozanski will take place on Friday, May 24.
    The match will be held at the Podpromie Arena in Rzeszow, Poland.
    Ring-walks for the main event should get going from around 10.30pm BST.
    What channel is it and can it be live streamed?Okolie vs Rozanski will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK. You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device. What has been said?”I’m excited to go to Poland and test myself yet again on away ground,” said Okolie.Most read in Boxing”Rozanski is a good champion, with an explosive style, but I’m coming to do some serious damage. He has never seen power like mine.””I’m defending my world title in my own backyard, in my city, fighting against a former world champion,” said Rozanski.”It’s a fantastic fight, for moments like these, I’ve trained hard all my life.” More