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      ‘Are you winding me up here?’ says Gary Neville as he spots Micah Richards’ reaction to his Man Utd analysis

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      GARY NEVILLE asked Micah Richards “are you winding me up” as he was quizzed by his fellow pundit after Manchester United’s derby loss to City.Marcus Rashford opened the scoring after ten minutes of the grudge match at the Etihad. Gary Neville spotted Micah Richards ‘winding’ him upCredit: Sky SportsBut Phil Foden’s double and a late Erling Haaland strike turned the game around for the Premier League champions.Neville was quick to insist that United’s top-four hopes were still intact, despite falling 11 points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa. He even claimed the performance was “the best defensively from a discipline point of view in Erik ten Hag’s whole period at United”.However, he added: “In a perfect world they would be 20 to 30 yards further forward up the pitch, playing as compact as that. They were really at the edge of their box.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Rashford and Garnacho got so deep, they couldn’t then get up the pitch.”But there is something there today that meant they’ve addressed the carnage, gaps and chaos in midfield over the last few month.”That’s when former City star Richards spotted his opportunity to play host.First he quizzed Nev about his “confidence”, then about the impact of Luke Shaw’s injury absence.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd, as actual Sky Sports presenter Kelly Cates tried to get a word in, Neville joked: “Is he winding me up here?”Unperturbed, Neville went on: “Some games after United, I’ve thought, ‘What the hell is that?’ Fifa President Infantino hails Scottish football thriller”At least today I saw that there was a plan and there was real attention to detail on how they were going to defend. “So today I think is something you can buy into more in terms of how they looked because sometimes in the last few weeks you think, ‘What they doing? Where are they all?'” But former United captain Roy Keane was no so impressed. Keane interjected: “But that’s where the standards have dropped. You’re almost praising them, they’ve lost. “The reason you’re at Manchester United is to perform in the big games and to compete against Man City and Liverpool. “But no, we’re sitting here going, ‘I thought they done alright, better shape.’ “They got beaten 3-1 and the last half an hour they were just hanging in there, they couldn’t get in a kick.” More

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      Gary Neville says ‘my heart sank’ after seeing what Erik ten Hag did before Man Utd clash – but Carragher loved it

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville admitted he was heartbroken by Erik ten Hag’s angry reaction towards Jamie Carragher’s scathing analysis.Carragher pulled no punches while criticising United’s performance on Monday Night Football following their dismal 2-1 loss to Fulham at Old Trafford.Man Utd legend Gary Neville disagreed with Erik ten Hag’s response to Jamie CarragherCredit: Youtube – The OverlapCarracher ‘loved’ Ten Hag’s response as that could actually help Man UtdCredit: GettyThe Liverpool legend chastised the Red Devils’ midfield as there was a huge gap between the middle and the back which has allowed many other Premier League teams to run riot during counter-attacks this season.Ten Hag addressed that analysis before Wednesday’s FA Cup victory over Nottingham Forest and hit back by claiming the pundit has been against his team from the start and is not always objective.The Dutch tactician’s response, though, didn’t sit well with Neville whose “heart sank” after hearing his statement.The ex-England international linked up with Carragher on The Overlap to discuss the recent incident and argued the ex-Ajax boss should have taken the high road.Read More on Man UtdNeville said: “I must admit that when I saw it appear, my heart sank a little, from a Manchester United perspective, that he was getting involved in that. “The reality is that he might be secretly or privately annoyed and think there are some points you [Carragher] made that are wrong.”But [he has to think], ‘We have conceded a lot of chances, I’m not going to win this one, we’ve just lost a game, got a big game against Nottingham Forest, let’s not look like I’m even interested in that’. That was my thinking.”Carragher also addressed Ten Hag’s response on his column at The Telegraph where he even stated he “loved” what he heard from the Dutchman.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut the legendary defender wasn’t at all sarcastic as he hinted that a fightback could indeed lead to a turnaround in results as well as performances.Carragher wrote: “My analysis on Sky’s Monday Night Football last week was intended to demonstrate why United are so inconsistent. ‘Oh my God!’ Jamie Carragher leaves Gary Neville and Jill Scott speechless with cooking confession”Manager Erik ten Hag had a go back for what he perceived as unfair criticism. “He felt I had been critical from day one. Actually it was from game two when his United team lost at Brentford – but it was directed at the players, not the manager.”But fair play to him for saying what he did. I have nothing but respect and admiration for managers who defend themselves and their teams. “If creating a siege mentality at United leads to positive results and improved performances, it is the perfect response.” More

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      Sky Sports reporter Melissa Reddy branded ‘so gorgeous’ as she shares pics with Man Utd and Liverpool stars

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      MELISSA REDDY caught the eye of fans after sharing photos in her latest life update.The Sky Sports presenter has been busy interviewing Manchester United and Liverpool stars as well as working out in the gym.Melissa Reddy shared some snaps of her recent adventures on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyFans loved the Ireland shirt she posed inCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyMelissa interviewed Andre Onana recentlyCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyShe also spoke to Cody GakpoCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyIn between work duties Melissa has been enjoying pub grub and spending time with friends, while also showing off in a retro Ireland football shirt.She shared several snaps on Instagram alongside the caption: “Good media, mind, heart, health work ✨🫶🏽”(And one of the 🐐 GOAT 🐐 football kits ☘️”Fans loved the pics, particularly the one of Melissa in the Ireland top, and showered her with praise.READ MORE ON MELISSA REDDYOne said: “Melissa in an Ireland jersey 😍”Another added: “So gorgeous ❤️”A third wrote: “Very beautiful.”And another commented: “The 1990 Irish World Cup Jersey 👌”Most read in FootballMelissa is a regular at the gymCredit: Instagram / @melissa_reddyFans have previously described the presenter as ‘flawless’Credit: Instagram/@melissa_reddyMelissa soaked up the sun during a recent holidayCredit: Instagram/@melissa_reddyHer followers loved this daring outfitMelissa, 37, is a regular gym goer and earlier this month impressed fans as she showed off in her sports gear.Fans also went wild for her beach outfit that left little to the imagination earlier this year.Sports reporter Melissa Reddy works up a sweat as she shows off her gym routine More

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      F1 fans are just realising the five major changes coming to Sky Sports’ coverage ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix

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      FORMULA ONE fans are set to experience a number of changes to their viewing this season.Sky Sports F1 are introducing some major changes to the how they show races for the 2024 season.Sky Sports F1 are bringing in some major changes to their broadcast’s this seasonCredit: EPAThe first of these changes implements a better team radio system.There will be a new system to speed up the process of picking out the team radio and broadcasting it out on the international feed and therefore helping fans to not miss key moments. A second change to broadcasting will see an increase in the use of the gyroscopic camera which was used sparingly last season.A new rear-facing camera fitted into the rear light is also set to be introduced.READ MORE IN F1The third major change Sky Sports F1 will be bringing will be a new look to their graphics and replays.There will be an increased use of alerts for significant developments such as weather changes or the race leader.More picture-in-picture footage will also be used to show track or pitlane incidents. Sky will also be implementing an increased use of augmented reality.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIn the 2024 season in-race information such as the number of laps remaining will be more heavily used during broadcasts.Another major change will see lead commentator David Croft stepping back from three races this season.F1 Correspondent Ben Hunt on Red Bull and Christian Horner and the Formula One testing in BahrainIt will be the first time he has missed a race in 16 years, citing workload management amid a record-breaking schedule as his reason for stepping back.Daniel Ricciardo and Lewis Hamilton topped the first two Practice sessions in Bahrain before the race on Saturday.Meanwhile, world champion Max Verstappen complained that “everything’s s***” with his Red Bull car.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      ‘I don’t think it suggests that’ – Gary Neville hits back at Sky Sports host after he is interrupted live on TV

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      GARY NEVILLE hit back at Sky Sports host Dave Jones after being interrupted on live TV.The Manchester United legend was on punditry duty for Monday Night Football when he began a rant about Chelsea.
      Gary Neville hit back at Dave Jones after being interrupted on Sky Sports
      Jones questioned Neville about his comments over Chelsea
      Neville had branded them the “blue, billion-pound bottlejobs” after their Carabao Cup defeat to Liverpool.
      And he stuck to his guns as he delivered his thoughts before West Ham’s 4-2 Premier League win over Brentford.
      However, he was not best pleased when Jones said that Neville’s words about Chelsea implied “cowardice” from Mauricio Pochettino’s men.
      The former England defender immediately interrupted before saying: “I don’t think it suggests that.”
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      Neville and Jones continued to talk before the latter ended things.
      But Neville was unimpressed at being cut short and turned his back on Jones in the studio.
      The pundit’s latest comments came after Pochettino fired back at his “bottlejob” jibe.
      The Chelsea boss said: “I have a good relationship with Gary and I don’t know if that’s how I can take this opinion. But I respect his opinion.
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      “Of course, we made a few changes with [Conor] Gallagher and [Ben] Chilwell in extra time, it is true we didn’t keep the energy of how we finished the second half.
      “But for sure I feel proud. I feel proud of the players, I think they made a big effort.
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      “We are a young team and, there is nothing to compare with Liverpool (just) because they finished with also a few young players. I think it’s impossible (to compare the two sides).
      “He (Neville) knows the dynamics are completely different. I think it’s not fair to talk in this way, if he said that.” More

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      ‘Some are very subjective’ – Ten Hag fires brutal jibe at Jamie Carragher after Man Utd criticism on Sky Sports

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      ERIK TEN HAG has hit back at Jamie Carragher for his criticism of Manchester United – and suggested he has a bias against them.The leading pundit took the Red Devils to pieces with his assessment of their defeat to Fulham on Sky’s Monday Night Football show.
      Erik ten Hag hit back at Jamie Carragher for his criticism of Manchester UnitedCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsNews
      Carragher took the Red Devils to pieces after defeat to FulhamCredit: Rex
      “Some analysts are very objective in their comments, some are very subjective – Jamie Carragher is one of them” 🗯️Erik ten Hag has hit out at Jamie Carragher’s analysis of Man Utd’s defeat to Fulham 🔴🗣️ pic.twitter.com/0QFMDyrmyn— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) February 27, 2024

      Carragher said: “Twenty seconds into the game against Fulham, it’s been the problem for Manchester United all season, there’s space between the back four and the midfield.
      “We go to the reason why they’re poor defensively and can’t cope with counter-attacks, they’ve got no pace at the back and a lack of legs in midfield.
      “People say: ‘there’s no patterns of play at Manchester United, how do they play and what’s the philosophy?’. ”
      But Ten Hag says the former Liverpool Champions League winner has been against United from the start and is not objective in his view points.
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      Ten Hag said: “First of all, some analysts are very objective in their comments, very good advice, some are very subjective.
      “Jamie Carragher from the first moment on has criticised and now he wants to make his point.”
      Yet the under-fire United boss went on to agree with some of Carragher’s assessment, particularly in how United began Saturday’s 1-0 home defeat.
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      He said: “Probably in the first half an hour, yeah, he had a point.
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      “The way Fulham set up their midfield was a surprise and then we have to find the solutions.
      “After half an hour we found the solutions.”
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      But Ten Hag even admitted that his team had lacked the necessary “passion” in the first half.
      He added: “I was not pleased with the performance with the defending, especially on the left side, how we did the pressing because they came out.
      “Especially in the first half an hour, several times on the left side and that can’t happen and that has to do with willingness, spirit, passion.
      “That was, in the previous weeks, very good for this team and therefore, we won football games.
      “I know footballers are not robots, sometimes they have bad days. But it can’t be, it’s unacceptable, we have to do better tomorrow but in the weeks before we have done very well.”
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      Neville turns back on Sky Sports host as he is CUT-OFF mid-rant in second blast about Chelsea ‘billion-pound bottlejobs’

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      GARY NEVILLE had his rant about Chelsea cut short by Dave Jones live on Sky Sports.The Manchester United icon was in full flow when he was cut-off by Jones who was hosting Monday Night Football.
      Gary Neville was interrupted by Dave Jones while on a passionate rant about Chelsea
      He shot a sarcastic thumbs up to Jones leaving the studio in fits of laughter
      He also poked fun at Jones by turning away from the shot
      He turned back around to smile at the camera
      Jones, Jamie Carragher and Gael Clichy couldn’t contain their laughter
      Neville was discussing Chelsea’s shortcomings during their 1-0 Carabao Cup final defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.
      But while trying to get his point across, colleague Jones was forced to interrupt him to keep the show ticking to its time restraints.
      The MNF host said: “Gary thank you…” before Neville quickly joked back to him “Thanks Dave” and shot a thumbs up to the screen in the studio.
      The 49-year-old then hilariously turned around from the camera and left Jones in floods of laughter alongside Jamie Carragher and Gael Clichy who were in the studio with him.
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      Neville had been discussing his comments on Chelsea’s last minute cup final heartbreak in which he described Mauricio Pochettino’s team as “billion pound bottle jobs”.
      But the typically honest pundit admitted he was actually feeling some regret over his harsh words that followed Virgil Van Dijk’s Wembley winner, saying: “I feel bad now”.
      Although he reiterated that he was still left extremely frustrated by Chelsea’s tactics which saw them overturned by an inexperienced Liverpool side flooded with academy graduates.
      He said: “If you hear my commentary during extra-time I was getting angrier with Chelsea from the first minute until two minutes to go [when Liverpool scored].
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      “I could smell the fear in Chelsea from the very first minute of extra-time when I said: ‘why are they sitting off them? Why are they letting these young lads grow’.”
      He went on to add: “Maybe bottle is a very strong word, but [they were] playing with absolute fear, freezing.
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      “Whatever you want to call it – that’s what we saw in extra-time and ultimately I don’t want that tag to stick with them.”
      Neville even admitted that during extra time there was a point where he didn’t know who a number of the players on the pitch for Liverpool were.
      He said: “They made those substitutions and I actually pulled my headphones off, put my microphone down and said ‘Carra I haven’t got a clue who is playing for Liverpool here!
      “‘There’s three or four players and I don’t even know who they are.”
      Jamie Carragher made it clear that if Chelsea are to shake the nickname given to them by his punditry pal then they need to start lifting some silverware.
      He said: “Billion pound bottle jobs, it’s a great line. And unfortunately for Chelsea, whether they like it or not, that line is going to stick with them until they win something big.”
      There’s been a lot of backlash elsewhere for Neville’s sharp words with the likes of Gary Lineker and Ally McCoist speaking out against his criticism of the Blues.
      Gary Linker has spoken out against Neville’s commentsCredit: Getty
      Ally McCoist has labelled Neville’s words as ‘unfair’Credit: Getty
      McCoist told TalkSPORT: “I think [calling Chelsea bottle jobs] is unfair. It’s strong. 
      “They could have won it. I think it’s extremely strong and wrong to call them bottlejobs, but they do deserve criticism.”
      While Lineker was in agreement when speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast.
      He said: “I thought it was a bit strong. They could have easily won that game.
      “I thought Cole Palmer could have won the game but it was a brilliant save from Kelleher.”
      Chelsea boss Pochettino also made his feelings clear on the criticism aimed at his squad.
      Speaking after the 1-0 defeat, he said: “I have a good relationship with Gary and I don’t know if that’s how I can take this opinion. But I respect his opinion.
      “Of course, we made a few changes with [Conor] Gallagher and [Ben] Chilwell in extra time, it is true we didn’t keep the energy of how we finished the second half.
      “But for sure I feel proud. I feel proud of the players, I think they made a big effort.
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      “We are a young team and, there is nothing to compare with Liverpool [just] because they finished with also a few young players. I think it’s impossible [to compare the two sides].
      “He [Neville] knows the dynamics are completely different. I think it’s not fair to talk in this way, if he said that.”
      Mauricio Pochettino has defended his teamCredit: Rex
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      ‘I can’t wait until Klopp leaves’, shouts Gary Neville live on Sky Sports after Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final win

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      GARY NEVILLE declared live on air that he “can’t wait until Jurgen Klopp leaves Liverpool.”The Manchester United legend was on punditry duty for Sky Sports as he watched his rivals bag under trophy under departing boss Klopp.
      Gary Neville revealed on air that he ‘can’t wait for Jurgen Klopp to leave Liverpool’Credit: Twitter @SkyFootball
      Klopp led his Reds to Carabao Cup glory over Chelsea yesterdayCredit: Getty
      Anfield’s favourite German played a blinder in yesterday’s Carabao Cup final as his Kop kids defeated Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley.
      It marked the start of a potential quadruple for Klopp, who will leave Liverpool this summer after almost a decade.
      He has already won every trophy possible in European club football with the Reds.
      And Neville couldn’t help admitting he is counting down the days until Klopp’s exit — presumably because it will give United a far greater chance of finally winning the Premier League again.
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      Neville shouted live on air after Liverpool’s trophy lift: “Look at the energy, the passion, the spirit of Klopp.
      “I can’t wait until he leaves!”
      Neville has already been credited for an iconic piece of punditry during yesterday’s game.
      Chelsea’s mega-rich stars gave up the ghost against Liverpool’s teens in extra time.
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      And Neville boomed: “It’s been Klopp’s kids against the blue, billion-pound bottlejobs.”
      This prompted a response from Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino afterwards.
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      He said: “I didn’t hear what he said, but if you compare the age of the two groups, I think it is similar.
      “I have a good relationship with Gary and I don’t know if that’s how I can take this opinion. But I respect his opinion. 
      “We made a few changes with [Conor] Gallagher and [Ben] Chilwell in extra time.
      “But it is true we didn’t keep the energy of how we finished the second half. I don’t know how you can describe this situation. 
      “But I feel proud. I feel proud of the players, I think they made a big effort.
      “We are a young team and it is nothing to compare with Liverpool just because they finished with also a few young players. 
      “He knows the dynamics are completely different. I think it’s not fair to talk in this way, if he said that.” More