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      Ange Postecoglou’s four-word blast at Tottenham flops caught on camera as Gary Neville says ‘he’s snapped’

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU was accused of losing it with his players in a four-word tirade caught on camera in Spurs’ costly 2-0 defeat at Chelsea.Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville reckoned the manager singled out two of his Tottenham stars and “snapped”.Ange Postecoglou was furious during what could prove a costly defeatPostecoglou was seen screaming “Stop passing it backwards!” as Spurs struggled to create anything meaningful in a tame Premier League loss.Tottenham, in fifth, are now seven points off fourth-placed Aston Villa in the hunt for Champions League places.Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino’s Blues are suddenly scenting a European spot themselves.Victory via Trevoh Chalobah’s header and Nicolas Jackson’s rebound nod-in put Chelsea eighth, two points off Newcastle just above them.READ MORE TOP STORIESPostecoglou, normally so calm, launched a stern-faced blast from the touchline at Stamford Bridge.Manchester United legend Neville responded: ”He is having a right go at (Pape Matar) Sarr, he’s having a right go at (Cristian) Romero, he has snapped, has Postecoglou.”But many fans on social media blamed the ex-Celtic chief himself – claiming his tactics are now being found out.Other Spurs fans are fed up with their dead-ball defending.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOne posted: “It’s literally his football that’s got us in this absolute state.”Another argued: “Can’t defend set pieces, but there isn’t a problem with that… The football is awful.”Frank Warren reveals he was ‘quite close’ to joining Premier League club despite being massive Arsenal fanA third wrote: “Been found out. Needs a plan b (and better players).”And one observer suggested Poctecoglou is already worried chairman Daniel Levy will sack him – as Spurs risk fading after a brilliant start to the season.That fan said: “He knows he’s under pressure. He knows Levy will get rid if this gets worse.”Spurs’ set piece woesBY TOM BARCLAY
      ANGE POSTECOGLOU took the blame after another set-piece disaster left Tottenham’s Champions League hopes hanging by a thread.
      Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson headed home from free-kicks to take the number of goals Spurs have shipped from dead-ball situations to SIXTEEN this season, excluding penalties.
      Only Luton, Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest have conceded more in a week where Postecoglou downplayed the importance of set-pieces.
      “We didn’t have the mindset that I expect us to have. That’s on me, I’ve got to take responsibility for that.
      “I’m the one putting them out there and preparing them for it. When we’re so far off it, I’ve got to look at myself and see how I’m preparing this team for it.
      “We lacked a real conviction and positive mindset in our football. We didn’t really have any fluency, any sort of aggression with and without the ball.
      “It’s a bit unlike us because if nothing else we’ve always been competitive.”
      He later added: “We had bigger issues tonight than set pieces.”

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      Ben Whittaker next fight: The Surgeon to fight man who gatecrashed press conference – UK start time, stream, TV channel

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      BEN WHITTAKER is back in action this summer as he takes on Ezra Arenyeka at Selhurst Park.Whittaker is one of the most promising prospects in British boxing and has shone as a professional so far. Ben Whittaker and Ezra Arenyeka had to be held back by security during their face-offIn the amateurs, Whittaker won an Olympic silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics – famously refusing to put the medal on during the ceremony. Since he entered the paid ranks, he’s caused controversy in the ring with his showboating style and has been accused of disrespecting opponents with his antics. But nobody’s been able to beat him so far, though one man thinks he has the tools to do so. Arenyeka crashed Whittaker’s last pre-fight press conference and vowed in front of dozens of onlookers that he would knock the Brit out. Well now he gets his chance on a huge summer show in South London. When is Ben Whittaker vs Ezra Arenyeka?
      Whittaker’s clash with Arenyeka will take place on Saturday, June 15.
      The fight will take place at Crystal Palace FC’s stadium Selhurst Park.
      Ring-walks for the fight can be expected at around 8.30pm BST.
      The main card will get underway from 7pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Whittaker vs Arenyeka will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK.
      You can live stream the action on the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Whittaker vs Ezra Arenyeka full cardThe full undercard has yet to be announced but there are three bouts confirmed so far.Most read in Boxing
      Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe; For Billam-Smith’s WBO cruiserweight title
      Michal Cieslak vs. Isaac Chamberlain; For Cieslak’s European crusierweight title
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      Champions League manager immediately walks out of interview ‘upset’ after seeing what CBS Sports pundit was wearing

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER was snubbed for a post-match interview by Paris Saint-German manager Luis Enrique because of his OUTFIT.The former Liverpool and England defender was on punditry duties for CBS Sports during PSG’s Champions League semi-final clash with Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday.Jamie Carragher was on punditry duty for CBS Sports for Borussia Dortmund’s Champions League clash with PSGCredit: RexCBS tried to interview PSG chief Luis Enrique after the matchCredit: REXThe Spaniard snubbed the American broadcaster as Carragher was wearing a Dortmund scarfCredit: REXEnrique’s snub was revealed by Peter SchmeichelCredit: CBS SPORTSCarragher well and truly enjoyed the pre-match festivities with Dortmund fans, whom he downed EIGHT PINTS of beer with.Incredibly, a boozed-up Carragher managed to conduct a post-match interview with Jadon Sancho after Dortmund’s first-leg triumph over the French champions.But PSG gaffer Enrique swerved a post-match chat with Carra as he was wearing a Dortmund scarf after the match.Enrique’s incredible snub was revealed by former Manchester United stopper Peter Schmeichel, who said of Carragher: “In all seriousness, he’s in the sin bin.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Seriously, he’s upset every person here. First of all, were supposed to have Luis Enrique.”And he came in and said, ‘hello’ and then he left because Jamie was wearing a Dortmund scarf.”Then because we took Jadon Sancho in, the press officer from Dortmund got a bit cross with us because that was not on the list.”We’ve been very naughty. And I hope it’s been good content.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCarragher’s interview with Sancho in fullThe transcript:
      Carragher: “I’ve just been in the yellow wall, my first experience of it, you know it very well. You’ve been here before. That was one of the best experiences of my life. Amazing.”
      Schmeichel: “Have you been in the yellow wall yet?”
      Sancho: “No haven’t been, but week in and week out that’s how it is.”
      Schmeichel: “How has it helped you on the pitch?”
      Sancho: “A lot. When we hear our fans we’re so motivated from the start. When we hear them we can’t wait to play.”
      Carragher: “The great thing about the Yellow Wall is the atmosphere. It’s not the best view in the world, I thought you played well. But Thierry Henry, Alessandro del Piero and Micah Richards are absolutely raving about your performance.”
      Sancho: “I appreciate it but it’s not over, we still have to go to Paris and hopefully get the job done there, but I appreciate the compliments.”
      Schmeichel: “You’re playing like someone looking to get in the Champions League final, but also thinking ‘I want to get into that England squad and be here in the summer’.”
      Sancho: “Definitely, take it game by game and performances like today I just hope it carries on and I appreciate the compliments.”
      Carragher: “What is it about you and Borussia Dortmund, you were absolutely outstanding here initially, you’ve come back and been brilliant again. What is it about this club that really resonates with yourself?”
      Sancho: “I came here at 17, they gave me the opportunity to play and I’m delighted with the staff and players who have welcomed me back and I give it everything in front of the fans.”
      Schemeichel: “Are you going to stay?”
      Sancho: “I don’t know but I’m just focused on the present right now.”
      Carragher: “The only thing at Dortmund you haven’t done is go in the Yellow Wall. Can you promise the fans you’ll go, because I found a new family, new friends. They bought me pints of lager all night. Jadon you will love it.”
      Schmeichel: “Jadon, it’s not for you. You’re still an active sportsman. To be in the Yellow Wall you have to drink eight pints like he had, so it’s not for you yet.”
      Sancho: “It’s not for me but I’ll definitely try it out.”
      Carragher: “If you get to the final, can we have a few pints together?”
      Sancho: “I don’t drink!”

      Carragher hilariously poked his head on camera seconds before Schmeichel revealed Enrique’s snub, which had footie fans in stitches.One wrote: “This is hilarious.”Jamie Carragher interviews Jadon Sancho on live TV after EIGHT PINTS and CBS Sports studio cannot bear to watchAnother said: “Jamie Carragher absolutely plastered on the telly. Class.And another said: “Saw this on TikTok and i was laughing so hard HAHAHAHAHA.”Carragher watched from the stands as Dortmund recorded a 1-0 win to move a step closer to their third-ever Champions League final appearance.A first-half strike from Niclas Fullkrug gave the Black and Yellows a narrow lead for next weekend’s second leg in Paris. More

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      Chris Billam-Smith vs Richard Riakporhe 2: UK start time, TV channel, live stream for world title fight at Selhurst Park

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      CHRIS BILLAM-SMITH is back in a big stadium fight this summer as he faces Richard Riakporhe in a huge all-British world title fight. ‘The Gentleman’ won the WBO cruiserweight title last summer when he beat former stablemate Lawrence Okolie at his beloved AFC Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium.Richard Riakporhe beat Chris Billam-Smith on points in July 2019Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdNow he’s going into away territory as he defends his title against Crystal Palace fan Riakporhe at Selhurst Park. Riakporhe has already beaten Billam-Smith before on points, in 2019 at the O2 Arena on a Dillian Whyte undercard. Their first fight was an even one but Riakporhe scored a pivotal knockdown to clinch the win. Five years on and its Billam-Smith who is world champion while Riakporhe has struggled to land the opportunity he craves. When is Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe?
      Billam-Smith’s huge rematch against Riakporhe will take place on Saturday, June 15.
      The fight will take place at Crystal Palace FC’s stadium Selhurst Park.
      Ring-walks for the main event can be expected at around 10.30pm BST.
      The main card will get underway from 7pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK.
      You can live stream the action on the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe cardThe full undercard has yet to be announced but there are three bouts confirmed so far.
      Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe; For Billam-Smith’s WBO cruiserweight title
      Michal Cieslak vs. Isaac Chamberlain; For Cieslak’s European crusierweight title
      Ben Whittaker vs. Ezra Arenyka; Light heavyweight
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      ‘I’m sick of this!’ fumes Micah Richards as CBS Sports pundit calls out Premier League cult hero live on TV

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      MICAH RICHARDS hilariously mocked ex-Premier League ace Nigel Reo-Coker live on CBS Sports last night.The former Manchester City star, 35, is a regular face on our TV screens for BBC’s long-running show Match of the Day and Sky Sports.Nigel reo-Coker was left red-faced by Micah Richards on CBS SportsCredit: CBSThe ex-Man City ace then roasted him for 30 seconds by reading off a piece of paperCredit: CBS SportsRichards, who won the title with the Cityzens in 2012, is also part of hit podcast The Rest Is Football, where he recently revealed that he was the victim of a disgusting prank.However, he also manages to fit into his busy schedule a job as a pundit for CBS Sports as well.The 13-time capped ex-England ace was on duty for the 2-2 draw between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final last night.Richards was joined in the studio by host Kate Abdo as well as Arsenal icon Thierry Henry and Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut before kick off, they were joined virtually by former MLS player Charlie Davies and West Ham and Aston Villa cult hero Reo-Coker.They were discussing why Zinedine Zidane’s name had not been mentioned regarding some of the big managerial vacancies available this summer.Reo-Coker, 39, asked the question while looking down at a piece of paper instead of the camera – and it was quickly spotted by the sharp Richards.He said: “Why are you having to read it off of a piece of paper?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRaucous laughter filled the studio as Reo-Coker tried to claim: “I’m looking at a screen.”That failed to deter Richards, who went on to roast his pal by using his own notebook to mock him.Micah Richards apologises to Frank Lampard on live TV but Chelsea legend has perfect responseA bit later in the show the incident was brought back up, to which Richards said: “I’m sick of this. I’m sick of it.”To which Carragher warned: “Nige is coming for you tomorrow!” Previously Reo-Coker has praised Carragher for being the “nicest one” in the England squad back in 2006.That was after the former midfielder was named as a stand-by by Sven-Goran Eriksson for the World Cup in 2006.Meanwhile, Richards has spoken about how CBS have given him and his colleagues licence to be themselves on air.He said: “At CBS we have the license to show our personalities.“We trust each other on the serious and analytical stuff. When we have trust in a person.Can you name the famous fathers?
      “Sometimes we go back and forth. Some viewers think we’re mad at each other, but it’s just like two friends having an argument.“Because we work together for Sky and CBS we have great chemistry. We understand each other.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We know where the line is, but we can both be self-deprecating.“If I say something to someone else they may take it to heart, but I know with him, he just rolls with the punches and knows where I am coming from.”Nigel Reo-Coker played in the Premier League for the likes of Aston Villa and West HamCredit: PA:Empics Sport More

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      Sky Sports pundit puts head in hand after Man Utd icon Roy Keane makes public U-turn over Erling Haaland live on TV

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Roy Keane claimed Erling Haaland performed like a Championship player during Manchester City’s 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday.The former midfielder likened Haaland to a League Two player last month.Roy Keane has compared Haaland to a Championship playerCredit: Sky SportErling Haaland came off the bench to score for Man CityCredit: GettyFollowing City’s 0-0 draw with Arsenal, he said: “The levels of his general play is so poor and not just today.”I think laying stuff off, headers, whatever it might be. In terms of in front of goal, he’s the best in the world.”But his general play for such a player is so poor. Not just today, he has to improve.”He’s almost like a League Two player, that’s how I look at him. His general play, it has to improve and it will do over the next few years.”Read More on FootballHowever, Keane changed his mind at the weekend and instead suggested that he was more like a “Championship” player.Speaking on Sky Sports, the United icon said: “He was very much like a Championship player.”He’s improved a lot. In terms of goalscoring, he’s absolutely amazing. He took three or four touches there and the defender is on the back foot.”There is no doubting his quality. You’re looking at players coming off the bench, he’d be frustrated and when he’s coming on he wants to have an impact on the game. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHaaland is currently leading the Premier League Golden Boot race”When the game is stretched like that and you’ve got people like [Kevin] De Bruyne, he’s going to find you.”Sky Sports pundit and former Arsenal star Paul Merson was left with his head in his hands after listening to Keane’s claim.Haaland came off the bench to score for Man City in the 71st minute.Roy Keane blasts Erling Haaland as a ‘LEAGUE TWO player’ in his all-round play in scathing rant after Arsenal draw Pep Guardiola’s side went on to win 2-0, piling the pressure on title rivals Arsenal.City now sit second in the Premier League table, one point adrift of the Gunners with a game in hand.Klopp copied Fergie’s ‘biggest mistake’ and it’s derailed his final season, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      JURGEN KLOPP was genuinely surprised to hear it, on the January day when he announced his intention to quit Liverpool at the end of the season.
      It was put to him that Sir Alex Ferguson had told his Manchester United players in the summer of 2001 that the coming season would be his last.
      Ferguson later performed a U-turn and stayed at Old Trafford for another 11 years.
      But the great Scot admitted that revealing his intentions had been the ‘biggest mistake I made’.
      “I think a lot of them put their tools away,” said Ferguson, “They thought, ‘Oh, the manager’s leaving’.”
      It was a part of English footballing history which Klopp knew nothing about and he raised his eyebrows when he was told about it.
      Liverpool were top of the Premier League, having lost only a single domestic match all season – and that a controversial VAR-infested affair at Tottenham.
      But their form has nosedived since, with dreams of a farewell quadruple long gone.
      And Klopp may well now be reflecting on the wisdom of his announcement.
      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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      Jamie Redknapp reveals Robbie Williams came on Liverpool team bus to a match after ‘hiding’ at Sky Sports pundit’s house

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      FORMER England midfielder Jamie Redknapp has recalled the time Robbie Williams “hid” at his house.Speaking to Geoff Shreeves on the Football, Music and Me podcast, Redknapp revealed the music icon turned to him after leaving Take That in 1995.Jamie Redknapp discussed the time Robbie Williams joined him at Liverpool trainingCredit: Football Music and MeRobbie Williams turned to Redknapp after leaving Take ThatCredit: The Mega AgencyThe ex-Liverpool star said: “He came and stayed in my house while all this went on, all the chaos, just to almost hide.”Redknapp went on to reveal that Williams would join him at Liverpool training and even travel on the team bus to matches.”He used to come to the training ground with us. He came to Liverpool and Roy Evans would invite him onto the team bus when we played Aston Villa,” he continued.The former England star also recalled the time he and Williams went on a night out.Read More on FootballRedknapp added: “Even in that time when he was out, when he was staying at our house. “So Don Hutchinson and I, we were good mates with him and Phil Babb so we took him into town and we end up in this area where they used to do a lot of karaoke.”So we went along, we’re having a couple of drinks with Rob. Robbie loves karaoke so he said, ‘I’m getting up’.”We said we didn’t think it was a good idea, he’s meant to be incognito. But there was no social media then, you can imagine.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Anyway, he gets up on the karaoke and he’s belting out a great song, not one of his but a beautiful song. He sounds amazing.”This old boy came up to me and went, ‘He’s good, isn’t he. Is he your mate?'”I went, ‘Yeah, he’s got a chance hasn’t he?’ And he went, ‘Yeah, he could go right to the top this lad’.”Jamie Redknapp names the two games that will decide whether Man City, Liverpool or Arsenal will win Premier League titleRedknapp spent 11 years at Liverpool after joining in 1991 and made 308 appearances.He then went on to spend three years at Tottenham and a short spell at Southampton before retiring in 2005.Throughout his time as a player, Redknapp dated Louise Nurding from girl group Eternal.The pair got married in 1998 and had two children before divorcing in 2017.The ex-England star now works as a pundit for Sky Sports.Jamie and Louise were married for 19 yearsCredit: GettyCan you name the famous fathers? More

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      Ex-England star, 50, leaves non-league club as dismissive statement released with Sky Sports legend ‘lost for words’

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      “GUTTED” Jeff Stelling blasted his beloved Hartlepool for “ruining summer” by ousting ex-England striker Kevin Phillips as manager.The ex-Soccer Saturday host is “lost for words” after the fifth-tier club announced that the Sunderland legend had left as a result of his contract expiring.Kevin Phillips was replaced as Hartlepool boss after just three monthsCredit: GettyJeff Stelling was incredulous at Pools ousting PhillipsCredit: PAFormer Stevenage, Yeovil and Woking chief Darren Sarll replaced Phillips just a day later.Broadcasting legend Stelling shared the shock of many Pools supporters.Ex-Watford, West Brom and Birmingham goal-poacher Phillips, 50, guided the one-time EFL stalwarts to safety after arriving in January on a short-term deal.Previous boss John Askey had been sacked after Hartlepool dropped to 16th place with just one win in seven games.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSUnder Phillips’ management, the Pools delivered better performances and results but also had a few stinkers.And he labelled a 7-1 loss at North-East rivals Gateshead on March 26 as one of the worst days of his life. Deservedly leading early on and still level at the break, Hartlepool leaked six second-half goals as they slipped to derby humiliation.But Stelling responded to Phillips’ departure by posting on X: “JP has been a breath of fresh air at our football club. I am gutted, summer ruined.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe talkSPORT Breakfast presenter asked Hartlepool to say if the ex-top flight strike hero had received a “blinding offer”.He added: “I know none of us think that is the case but I guess we have to wait to hear. Depressed regardless!”Jeff Stelling reveals touching phone call from megastar as he thanks viewers after 29 years on Soccer SaturdayAnd after reported confirmation that it was Hartlepool’s choice, Stelling added: “So now we all know. Not KP decision to leave at all. I am lost for words.”On their part, the Pools handed out a number of backhanded compliments in a statement that suggested Phillips was viewed as only equipped for a short-term fire-fighting job and had failed to lead the team towards the play-offs.Chairman Raj Singh wrote on the club website: “Kevin has done a good job this season since coming in as Head Coach and he’s been great to work with. “His remit upon appointment was firstly to make sure that the club retained its current league status and then from there to start looking up towards play-off positions.“We had a difficult backdrop and precarious league position when the previous manager departed. “We believed that Kevin was the right appointment to navigate through things and in the end he has helped comfortably ensure that the club stay away from any relegation concerns, which at one point were lingering.“We put on record our thanks to Kevin and we all wish him the very best for the next steps in his career. He will always be welcome at Pools.”And many fans were almost as surprised by the quick appointment of Sarll as they had been at losing Phillips.Club director Andy Steel said: “We are delighted to have secured Darren to deliver in our quest to get back into the EFL. Kevin Phillips is best known for his days as a striker with Sunderland from 1997-2003 and for winning six Three Lions capsCredit: Getty”He presented a very clear and compelling view of how he wants to build the squad, deliver a positive style of football that statistically supports success in this league, and create a winning mentality and culture.”Sarll, 41, added: “I’m really excited to get started… I’m coming here in order to win and we need to close that gap to the play-offs. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We won’t accept mediocrity, we need to challenge every season and that all starts from the dressing room.”Creating a strong dressing room is the priority ahead of this pre-season.” More