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    Former Premier League star forced to answer awkward question live on Sky Sports ahead of huge EFL clash

    LUKE AYLING was forced to answer an awkward question as his Middlesbrough side took on parent club Leeds.The defender spent eight years at Leeds before joining Boro on loan in January.Luke Ayling revealed he wanted football to win between Middlesbrough and LeedsThat meant he was not eligible to play as Leeds visited the Riverside Stadium on Monday in search of three points to help their promotion push.Ahead of kick-off Ayling spoke to Sky Sports and was asked for his score prediction and who he thought would win – leading to a nervy answer.He said: “I want football to win. I love football and if I’m totally honest I really cant call it.”Like I said I haven’t seen Leeds a lot lately but I’ve seen these boys on the training pitch and how we’ve played the last 9-10 games.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I’m really confident the boys can put in a good shift today. Who knows but I’m just hoping for a good game of football.”Ayling certainly got what he asked for as Boro raced into an early lead with Isaiah Jones scoring in the seventh minute.But the visitors hit back with two goals in four minutes – only for Emmanuel Latte Lath to equalise.However Wilfried Gnonto fired Leeds back in front to give Daniel Farke’s side a 3-2 lead at half-time.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERLeeds are on the promotion hunt but need Ipswich to drop points in their three remaining games to achieve automatic promotion.They ran out 4-3 winners at the Riverside after a late goal from Latte Lath set up a nervy finish.Leeds ‘make contact with Kalvin Phillips over emotional transfer return’ to end two-year nightmare More

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    Sky Sports commentator apologises as he admits he was not even watching Premier League clash he was covering

    GARY NEVILLE admitted that he was not watching Liverpool’s win over Fulham despite being on commentary.The pundit was on duty as the Reds ran out 3-1 winners over the Cottagers at Craven Cottage.Gary Neville admitted he did not watch the final minutes of the match he was coveringCredit: Sky SportsNeville, 49, however, did not speak during the final five minutes of the match as he was distracted.The Manchester United legend was instead following his former side’s FA Cup semi-final against Coventry City.The Red Devils had looked to have sealed their spot in the final before a late three-goal comeback from the Championship side forced extra time.Victor Torp thought he had completed the fairytale for Coventry, only for Haji Wright to have been judged offside by VAR in the 121st minute.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan United went on to win the tie on penalties and Neville had his attention on the action at Wembley.He apologised on Sky Sports after the full time whistle at Craven Cottage.He said: “I’m sorry there was only Peter Drury actually watching Liverpool and Fulham for the last five minutes.”I was like this up in the commentary box [hunched over], I don’t think I spoke.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERLiverpool beat Fulham 3-1 thanks to goals from Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ryan Gravenberch and Diogo Jota.Timothy Castagne netted am equaliser for Marco Silva’s side before the visitors dominated the second half.Jamie Carragher brutally trolls Gary Neville with brilliant flashback as pair discuss Sean Dyche’s shock transformationThe result has boosted Liverpool’s Premier League title challenge as they are now equal on points with leaders Arsenal.Manchester City remain the favourites for the title, as they are only one point behind with a game in hand.Victory his never been less glorious than this for Man Utd, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
    PROBABLY only Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United could book a place in an FA Cup final while hanging their heads in shame.
    Minutes after the final whistle of this ridiculous semi-final, Coventry’s magnificent underdogs were performing a lap of honour to their cheering fans — while most of United’s players and supporters had disappeared.
    Then the Wembley PA system started blaring out ‘Glory, Glory Man United!’ and everybody started laughing out loud.
    Victory has never been less glorious.
    As a party-starter it, fell flat. As a stab at dark humour, it was sensational.
    Even by United’s standards of low farce this was ridiculous.
    Now even the unlikely scenario of a final victory over City is unlikely to save Ten Hag’s job.
    After all, Louis van Gaal was axed days after United last won this competition in 2016 and his side were never as bad as this current lot.
    Read Dave Kidd’s thoughts on the game in full here.
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    Sky Sports make change to TV coverage that makes fans feel ‘weird’ as they ask ‘are they filming from a nearby flat?’

    FANS were left feeling “weird” and asked “are they filming from a nearby flat” after Sky Sports made a big change to its TV coverage.Supporters turned in as the broadcaster aired Liverpool’s 3-1 win over Fulham from Craven Cottage.Fans were left questioning Sky Sports’ ‘weird’ new camera at Fulham vs LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe new angle appeared to be at a bizarre slantA dramatic first half saw both teams hit the net, with Liverpool scoring first through Trent Alexander-Arnold.Timothy Castagne ensured Fulham went in level at half-time with a 47th minute equaliser.But the main talking point for fans was the bizarre new camera angle.The game was played out on TV with a strange new look.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSky’s camera angle appeared to be more slanted than usual.It gave the pitch an interesting perspective, making some players appear larger than others.And some fans took to Twitter declaring they were not happy with the change.One said: “What’s with this camera angle at Craven Cottage?Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER“Are Sky filming this from a nearby flat?”Another declared: “What is this Fulham Liverpool camera angle? It feels weird.”Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersOne noted: “OK is the TV camera just at the weirdest angle for the Liverpool match or am I overreacting?”Another added: “I know Craven Cottage ain’t the best for it, but what on EARTH is this camera angle?”The change did not affect action on the pitch though, with both sides giving it their all in the second half.But it was Liverpool who fired in the next goal, with Ryan Gravenberch smashing home from outside the box in the 53rd minute.Diogo Jota then put the game to bed in the 72nd minute, with the result sending Liverpool joint-top of the table with Arsenal – albeit second on goal difference. More

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    Everton vs Nottingham Forest delayed after Beto injured in horror clash of heads as Sky Sports refuse to show replay

    EVERTON’S match against Nottingham Forest was momentarily delayed following a nasty of clash of heads between Beto and Morgan Gibbs-White.The worrying incident occurred during stoppage time with the Toffees leading the relegation six-pointer 2-0.The match was delayed as both players received treatmentBeto appeared to offer a reassuring thumbs up to the crowd as he was stretchered offNuno looked concerned on the sidelineBoth players challenged for an aerial ball, with the referee instantly waving physios on as they went down.After initial medical checks Gibbs-White was able to rise to his feet and continue.Beto, however, required further treatment and was down for several minutes.Eventually the forward was stretchered off, but did appear to give a thumbs up to the crowd as he left the field of play.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was replaced by Youssef Chermiti following a ten-minute delay.After the game, Everton wrote on social media: “We can confirm that Beto was knocked unconscious and has been taken to hospital as a precaution.”We’re all with you, big man.”Sky Sports, who were broadcasting the game in the UK, did not show a replay of the incident at any point.Most read in FootballBeto, 26, had replaced Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the 67th minute.Gibbs-White, meanwhile, played the full match.MOTD commentator shares ‘scariest position in football’ as he takes fans inside Premier League stadiumBoth sides went into the game looking to climb further clear of 18th placed Luton.Everton had started the day two points clear, with Forest one ahead of the Hatters.It was Sean Dyche’s side who extended their cushion, courtesy of goals by Idrissa Gueye and Dwight McNeil.Beto arrived at Goodison Park in a £25million deal from Udinese last summer.He has since appeared 35 times for the Toffees in all competitions, scoring five goals.Beto had come on as a 67th minute substituteCredit: Getty More

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    Sky Sports presenter sends fans wild with bold outfit as she admits she’s ‘smiling through the pain’ at Wembley

    OLIVIA BUZAGLO sent her fans wild with a bright pink outfit at Wembley Stadium.The presenter revealed she was “smiling through the pain” as she watched Chelsea lose to Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-finals.Olivia Buzaglo sent her fans wild with a bright pink outfit at Wembley StadiumCredit: INSTAGRAM @oliviabuzagloThe presenter ‘smiled through the pain’ as she watched Chelsea lose to Manchester CityCredit: INSTAGRAM @oliviabuzagloHer beloved Blues were beaten 1-0 on Saturday through Bernardo Silva’s second half strike.However, Buzaglo was all smiles pitchside as she hosted coverage for the Sony Sports Network.The reporter shared a trio of snaps from the match to Instagram as she stunned in a bright pink jacket and trousers.As well as appearing next to the famous Wembley turf, Buzaglo also posed with the FA Cup trophy and interviewed Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino.READ MORE IN SPORTAlongside the snaps, she wrote: “Smiling through the pain. But so lucky to have been pitchside for such a big game. Exciting things coming.”Her fans were quick to praise Buzaglo in the comments, with one saying: “You are sooo cool.”Another added: “Queen of Chelsea.”Meanwhile, a third follower also commented: “You are a legend.”Most read in FootballBuzaglo spoke to Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino for the Sony Sports NetworkCredit: INSTAGRAM @oliviabuzagloShe has also hosted boxing coverage for Dazn in the pastCredit: Instagram @oliviabuzagloBuzaglo has amassed 58,300 followers on Instagram, where she often shares snaps from her presenting work.The fan-favourite reporter has hosted football and boxing coverage for the likes of Sky Sports, DAZN, Chelsea and the Premier League.Sky Sports racing presenter Kate Tracey dazzles in bold outfit as fans say she looks ‘absolutely incredible’ She has also appeared ringside and back stage with the microphone at recent Misfits Boxing events.As well as work-related uploads, Buzaglo has also shared pictures from her trips to watch Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Her followers are also regularly treated to glamorous snaps of her daring outfits both in and out of the studio.Buzaglo has become a fan-favourite with her regular appearances on Sky SportsCredit: instagram @oliviabuzagloShe also often shares glamorous snaps with her 58,300 Instagram followersCredit: INSTAGRAM @oliviabuzaglo More

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    Sky Sports forced to apologise for Lewis Hamilton’s four-letter outburst live on TV after F1 star’s Chinese GP nightmare

    SKY SPORTS were forced to apologise after Lewis Hamilton swore on live TV following disappointment at the Chinese Grand Prix.The 39-year-old was eliminated in the first qualifying session in Shanghai.Lewis Hamilton let out his frustration after a poor Q1Credit: SplashHamilton will start from 18th in ShanghaiCredit: SplashHamilton finished in an underwhelming 18th after a blunder saw him go too wide around a corner.Speaking after his qualifying nightmare, he told Sky Sports: “I just struggled – it is what it is”This morning, George [Russell] and I had very similar cars but this afternoon, we are trying to experiment still with car.”So I went one way, a long way, and he went the other way, just to see if we could find anything.READ MORE IN F1″But yeah, it didn’t work. I’ll give it my best shot – 18th is pretty bad. “When I was making the setup changes I was like ‘it can’t get any worse, surely’.”And it did. S**t happens.”Sky Sports’ David Croft apologised for his bad language immediately.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHamilton’s poor Q1 result was called a “disaster” and “seriously painful” by former world champion Nico Rosberg.It came after Hamilton finished second in the earlier Sprint race to earn Mercedes seven points.Lewis Hamilton storms out of interview after Japanese Grand Prix as F1 legend slams journalist’s questionAfter the Sprint, he said: “Every time I have come here the crowd has been so, so supportive. “That’s the best result I’ve had in a long time. I am super happy and grateful. “Of course, we couldn’t fight the Red Bulls but this is a huge step and improvement.”I found out a lot about the car in this short stint for the race, so I’m excited for tomorrow.”We are still not as quick on a single lap as the Ferraris, Red Bulls and McLarens and perhaps the Aston Martins. “I don’t anticipate we will fight for the front row, but hopefully we will have a better qualifying session than we have had in the past.”Verstappen went on to clinch pole position and has become the first driver to start the opening five races of the season from the front since Mika Hakkinen in 1999.Red Bull’s Sergio Perez will be behind the Dutchman in second on the grid.READ MORE SUN STORIESFernando Alonso sealed third in his Aston Martin.McLaren’s Lando Norris is in fourth and Hamilton’s team-mate Russell will begin from eighth tomorrow. More

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    ‘That’s not nice to say’ – Former F1 champion Nico Rosberg ‘disrespected’ live on TV during Chinese GP qualifying

    FORMER Formula One world champion Nico Rosberg was left red faced after a sly dig was aimed at him live on TV.During Sky Sports F1’s coverage of the Chinese Grand Prix, Rosberg was asked to analyse what the driver dynamic between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc could be like in 2025.Nico Rosberg was taken aback by a comment made by Sky Sports F1’s Karun ChandhokCredit: Sky SportsIt was announced before the season that the seven-time world champion would be transferring to Ferrari from Mercedes in a move which rocked the world of F1.Kicking of his analysis, Rosberg said: “Of course we’re all looking forward to that dynamic again.”Charles doesn’t seem like someone who goes into conflict too much with his team-mate.”This prompted Sky’s F1 expert Karun Chandhok to joke: “Like you?”READ MORE IN F1Rosberg seemed to stumble over his sentence slightly before sheepishly replying back: “Oh come on. That’s not nice to say.”This came in reference to the German’s time as Hamilton’s team-mate at Mercedes between 2014 and 2016, when the duo butted heads when vying for the title.A friend of Hamilton, 39, from their karting days, Rosberg, 38, linked up with the former McLaren star at Mercedes between 2014 and 2015.But as they both went for F1 titles their relationship broke down, coming to a head in 2016 with a number of high profile incidents such as heated exchanges and crashes throughout the season.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERReacting to the clip, one fan said: “Karun ATE.”A second said: “It’s savage… he still can’t help it lol.”The Sun’s Ben Hunt reveals his five greatest Formula One Drivers Ever – with Michael Schumacher in between two BritsA third added: “You can tell from Nico’s response how deeply sensitive and emotional he feels about his conflict with Lewis, even now.”Another said: “You can tell that Nico was p****d off there.”A fifth accused Chandhok of not showing Rosberg “respect”.While a sixth said: “Got him!!! 😂”Rosberg dramatically retired from F1 at the end of the 2016 season, admitting afterwards that the pressure of racing against Hamilton that season took its toll on him.On their heated rivalry, Rosberg previously said: “It [the friendship breakdown] happened immediately when we were fighting for the World Championship, not before.Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton came into conflict during the 2016 F1 seasonCredit: GettyThe pair turned from friends to enemies but Rosberg has since insisted they have ‘repaired’ their bondCredit: Getty”But that’s always the case: When you’re fighting for success in every race and for titles, it doesn’t work anymore.”It was a build-up from one race to the next. If you want to decide the world championship for yourself, you can’t play ‘love, peace and harmony’.”You have to test limits and go into grey areas to win, especially when two drivers are at such a high level. Then it often gets tight.”Despite the fractured relationship, Rosberg insists they have since “repaired our friendship” and revealed Hamilton sends a “huge box full of gifts” to her.Hamilton has since gone on to rack up a record-equalling seven world titles, but has not won a race for two years following a change in regulations that has seen Red Bull and Max Verstappen dominate.The Brit thought he had claimed sprint pole during sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Lando Norris’ lap time – originally removed from the timings – was reinstated and placed the McLaren ace on pole for the sprint race instead. That came as a fire broke out on the GRASS by the track, causing two delays – one in free practice and one in SQ1.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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    Vasiliy Lomachenko vs George Kambosos Jr: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for vacant lightweight title

    VASILIY LOMACHENKO is back in another world title fight as he faces George Kambosos Jr next month. The Ukrainian hasn’t been in the ring since he lost his big undisputed title clash against Devin Haney last summer.Vasiliy Lomachenko lost by the narrowest of margins to Devin HaneyCredit: GettyDevin Haney dominated George Kambosos Jr twice to win his world titlesCredit: GettyBefore that, Haney also beat Kambosos Jr twice but has since vacated his lightweight belts. The IBF strap is up for grabs here with Lomachenko looking to become world champion once again.Kambosos Jr eked out a razor-thin decision over Brit Maxi Hughes in his last fight, with fans and pundits alike favouring the latter on the judges’ scorecards. If he’s to become champ once again, he’ll have to be on top of his game against one of the best fighters of his generation in Loma. When is Lomachenko vs Kambosos Jr?
    Lomachenko’s big clash against Kambosos will take place on Saturday, May 11.
    The bout will be held at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
    The three-fight main card will start at 3am BST, with the main event expected at around 5am BST on Sunday, May 12.
    What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
    Lomachenko vs Kambosos Jr will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena and Sky Sports Main Event 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.
    Lomahenko vs Kambosos Jr full card
    George Kambosos vs. Vasiliy Lomachenko for the vacant IBF lightweight title
    Andrew Moloney vs. Pedro Guevara for the interim WBC super flyweight title
    Nina Hughes vs. Cherneka Johnson for the WBA bantamweight title
    Imam Khataev vs. Ricards Bolotniks; light heavyweight
    Faiga Opelu vs. Joe Goodall; heavyweight
    Lucas Browne vs. Hemi Ahio; heavyweight More