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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

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

    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

    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

    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