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      Gary Neville tells Jamie Carragher to ‘f*** off’ after Liverpool legend performs incredible U-turn on ‘selfish’ Salah

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      GARY NEVILLE told Jamie Carragher to f*** off as the former Liverpool defender performed a U-turn on Mo Salah.The Reds icon, 46, took in last night’s Premier League action alongside Neville, Ian Wright and Roy Keane as part of The Overlap’s Watchalong event.Jamie Carragher watched last night’s game sat alongside Gary NevilleCredit: Stick to FootballCarragher grabbed his pal after Liverpool scoredCredit: Stick to FootballWith Liverpool involved in a 3-3 thriller at Newcastle, there was always going to be chaos back in the studio.Carragher recently called Salah “selfish” after the Egyptian claimed that he was “more out than in” at Anfield.Salah, 32, is out contract at the end of the season, with Paris Saint-Germain having been linked with making a swoop.Following the winger’s sensational performance against Newcastle last night, Carragher changed his tune.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter Salah’s assist for Curtis Jones made it 1-1, Carra said: “Get in, Go ahead Curtis lad. 1-1.”Get paid. Give him [Salah] what he wants. Yeah he was [selfish] but he’s not now.”Anthony Gordon put Newcastle back in front, before Salah scored to level again for the Reds.”Goal! The Redmen are back,” Carra screamed. “Mo Salah give him what he wants! Give him what he wants lad!”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAs Carragher celebrated, Neville said: “Oh no. Sit down you over there!”He then grimaced as he was bear-hugged by Carragher.Gary Neville throws DRINK over Carragher after Liverpool blow Newcastle lead as fans say ‘he was gonna go for him there’Wright made Carra nervous that VAR could get involved.But when the goal was swiftly given, the former Reds defender breathed a sigh of relief.He then added: “What a finish! Why don’t they just give him the contract?”When Salah scored again to put Liverpool 3-2 in front, Carragher repeated: “Give him what he wants.”‘ASKING FOR A DRAW’This is when it all got too much for Neville.The former Manchester United star huffed: “F*** off honestly. Sat there asking for a draw, honestly.”And that’s exactly what happened, with Fabian Schar levelling in the 90th minute for the Toon.Neville got his own back as he roared with delight before throwing his drink over Carragher and his son James.Carragher had his fellow pundits in stitches when he sauntered in wearing Man Utd’s infamous grey shirt from 1996.The Red Devils wore the strip during a match at Southampton, when Sir Alex Ferguson ordered they change at half-time with his side 3-0 down and struggling to see each other.After last night’s thrilling game, Liverpool boss Arne Slot was bullish over Salah’s future.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe told Amazon Prime Video: “Every time we need Mo Salah he scores a goal.”We are hoping and expecting he can continue this for a long time. He was outstanding in the second half, he did many special things for us.”Mo Salah was in sensational form once again last nightCredit: Rex More

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      ‘I got it wrong’: Paul Merson calls out Mike Dean live on Sky Sports after Jack Stephens’ red card for Southampton

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      PAUL MERSON forced Mike Dean to admit live on air that he made a MASSIVE BLUNDER in Tottenham’s clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge two years ago.Spurs defender Cristian Romero somehow managed to escape a red card for pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair in the 2-2 draw at the Bridge.Cristian Romero yanked Marc Cucurella’s hair in Tottenham’s clash with Chelsea over two years agoCredit: SKY SPORTSRomero somehow wasn’t punished for the foul, which moments before Spurs equalisedCredit: REUTERSCucurella had his hair tugged by Jack Stephens in Chelsea’s 5-1 win over SouthamptonCredit: AMAZON PRIMERetired ref Mike Dean admits he should have sent off RomeroCredit: SKY SPORTSIncredibly, neither Dean nor the video assistant referee deemed the hair pull worthy of sending the Argentine defender for an early bathBut on Tuesday night Dean was forced to admit he made a mistake after seeing Cucurella being tugged to the floor by Jack Stephens in Chelsea’s demolition of Southampton.During an appearance on Sky Sports’ Soccer Special, the retired ref said: “Unfortunately, I was involved in one of these incidents about three years ago.”I think someone pulled, I think Romero pulled Cucurella’s hair. I didn’t do it (send him off).”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSDean then said of Stephen’s dismissal: “But he’s clearly done it, he’s got to be sent off. It’s his second red card of the season.”It has to be a sending off, it can’t not be.”His assessment of Stephens’ moment of madness prompted a bold question from Chelsea fan Merson.He bluntly asked: “But how come the Cucurella one wasn’t?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea player ratings vs SouthamptonCHELSEA continued their run of fine form with a huge 5-1 win over Southampton under the lights at St Mary’s.Here’s how the players rated…FILIP JORGENSEN – 8Made a fantastic save within the opening two minutes to keep Joe Aribo’s close-range shot out.Also made a great stop in the second half. Many Chelsea fans are now calling for him to become the club’s No1.MALO GUSTO – 7Won more duels and made more tackles than any other Chelsea player in the first half. Provided a great assist for Sancho’s goal.AXEL DISASI – 7Scored Chelsea’s opener with a fairly simple header at the front post following Fernandez’s delivery from a corner.TOSIN ADARABIOYO – 5Appeared to switch off when Southampton scored, almost leaving Aribo on his own in front of goal. Rattled the post with a rocket of a shot in the second half.MARC CUCURELLA – 6Left Southampton fans furious after going down following a hair pull from Jack Stephens which resulted in a red card. A solid performance, both acting and playing-wise.MOISES CAICEDO – 7Made some great forward passes at times, including one outstanding trivela through to Felix in the box which almost resulted in what would’ve been an impressive team goal.ENZO FERNANDEZ – 6Assisted Disasi’s opening goal with an inch-perfect corner kick but got absolutely humiliated by Kyle Walker-Peters in the build-up to Aribo’s equaliser.NONI MADUEKE – 7Did well to capitalise on a howler from Joe Lumley before assisting Nkunku. Scored Chelsea’s third with a composed strike into the bottom-left corner. Had a few chances in the second half but was fairly wasteful with those.COLE PALMER – 7Had a a quiet game until he latched onto Nkunku’s attempted pass/shot to fire home Chelsea’s fourth. He was hooked immediately after getting on the scoresheet.JOAO FELIX – 6Looked lively throughout but missed a great opportunity late in the first half. Also missed an open header just seconds after the break.CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU – 7The Frenchman put Chelsea 2-1 up with a relatively easy shot in the opening 20 minutes. Aside from that he was fairly quiet.SUBSTITUTESJADON SANCHO (FOR MADUEKE, 72)Scored his first Chelsea goal shortly after coming on for Madueke.RENATO VEIGA (FOR CUCURELLA, 79)Didn’t have too much time to make an impact, especially with Chelsea so in control of the match.KIERNAN DEWSBURY-HALL (FOR PALMER, 79)Didn’t have too much time to make an impact.Dean quickly fronted up to the retired midfielder, saying: “Because I got it wrong. And he’s (Stephens) been sent off.”The exchange went viral and drew the ire of Chelsea fans.Fans baffled as Paul Merson ‘dresses like a lemon’ for Sky Sports Soccer Saturday return… but there’s a reason for itOne wrote on X: “You can’t make this up.”Another said: “You can’t write this s**t.”And another said: “He really has no shame.”One remarked: “Shameless, Mike Dean.”Another chimed in: “So glad Paul Merson was there to put him in his place.”Chelsea thumped struggling Saint 5-1 to narrow the gap between themselves at table-toppers Liverpool to seven points.The Blues will be back in action on Sunday afternoon, travelling across London to take on Spurs. More

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      Gary Neville calls Arsenal staff member ‘most annoying bloke in football’ – but Carragher says he’s worth £25,000-a-week

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      GARY NEVILLE labelled Arsenal’s set-piece coach the “most annoying bloke in football” – but Jamie Carragher said he should be paid £25,000-a-week.Mikel Arteta’s set-piece coach Nicolas Jover has been credited for masterminding some of the Gunners’ goals from corners this season. Gary Neville called Arsenal’s set-piece coach the ‘most annoying bloke in football’But Jamie Carragher said he is worth £25,000-a-weekMikel Arteta with Nicolas JoverCredit: GettyAnd Arsenal scored twice from corners at the Emirates against Manchester United – leaving Old Trafford legend Neville fuming.He said on The Overlap watchalong: “He’s got to be the most annoying bloke in football the set-piece coach at Arsenal. “He’s got to be, hasn’t he? He’s got to be though, hasn’t he?”Arsenal icon Ian Wright laughed: “Course, nobody likes somebody who’s rubbish at his job.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDCarragher said later on in the episode: “I’ll tell you what, give him what he wants. “If you was that set-piece coach for Arsenal, you could write your own contract, couldn’t you? Couldn’t get rid of him. “You know, if he said, ‘I want 25 grand a week,’ you’d have to give it to him, wouldn’t you?”Headed goals from Jurrien Timber and William Saliba saw Arsenal take three points. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSManchester United manager Amorim bemoaned conceding in such a way, saying: “The set pieces changed the game. We could’ve been more aggressive towards the Arsenal box. Until the set pieces the game didn’t have too many opportunities for both sides, the set pieces killed the game.”Arsenal have scored 22 goals from corners since the start of last season, that’s more than any other side in the Premier League.Chelsea and Arsenal both now sit seven points behind league leaders Liverpool, who drew 3-3 at Newcastle.Meanwhile United are 11th after losing their first game under new boss Ruben Amorim. ‘No wonder management didn’t work for you’ says Jamie Carragher as he calls out Gary Neville’s controversial opinion More

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      ‘No wonder management didn’t work for you’ says Jamie Carragher as he calls out Gary Neville’s controversial opinion

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER called out Gary Neville’s controversial Manchester United opinion – and aimed a dig at his managerial career. The Liverpool and United legends were working on a special Overlap watchalong covering Wednesday night’s round of Premier League fixtures.Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher on The Overlap watchalongNeville was left bemusedDuring the broadcast, Neville claimed that his former team-mate Jaap Stam was a better defender than Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk.He then suggested Stam was better than both Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand. But Neville – who was sacked as Valencia manager in 2016 after just 28 games – revealed Stam would not make his all-time United XI. That is because partnerships like Steve Bruce and Gary Pallister supersede Stam’s individual talent. READ MORE IN footballAnd the comment sparked a hilarious back-and-forth between former Prem rivals Neville and Carragher. Neville said: “I haven’t got Jaap in my best Man United team but if you said to me, ‘Who is the best defender as an individual?’ I’d say Jaap Stam.”Vidic and Ferdinand and Bruce and Pallister were unbelievable pairs and you can’t deny it.”I’m saying Jaap Stam is the best sort of one-on-one defender that United had.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCarragher: “Who’s the best centre-back you played with at Manchester United? Just answer that.”Neville: “I think Jap Stam but he’s not in my best 11.”Gary Neville admits ‘I got it wrong’ and apologises over Rashford criticism as Amorim demands Man Utd ‘change standards’ Carragher: “No wonder management didn’t work for you!”Neville: “The strength of Vidic and Ferdinand together or Bruce and Pallister is stronger than the individual ability of Jaap.”Carragher: “So two players are stronger than one? Yeah, well done.”Neville, with a bemused look, then said down the camera: “Am I making sense at home?” Stam spent three seasons at United from 1998-2001, leaving Manchester with three titles to his name. Vidic and Ferdinand formed a legendary partnership under Sir Alex Ferguson, winning the Champions League together and FIVE Prem titles. Bruce and Pallister were also league title winners during the 1990s. Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand formed a legendary partnershipCredit: Getty Images – GettyJaap Stam spent three seasons with Man UtdCredit: ReutersSteve Bruce and Gary Pallister in 1993Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Roy Keane jokingly checks his watch as Sky Sports pundit ‘waits for Ipswich fan in car park’ after clash with supporter

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Roy Keane joked he was still waiting for an Ipswich Town fan in the car park – one week after clashing with them at Portman Road.Keane got into a heated altercation with an Ipswich supporter following the club’s 1-1 draw with United.Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane joked they were ‘waiting in the car park’Credit: https://x.com/MicahRichardsIt was a reference to Keane’s clash with an Ipswich fanCredit: TwitterHe could be heard on camera saying: “I’ll wait for you in the car park,” before making his way back to the Sky Sports team.Just days later, comedian Ricky Gervais poked fun at him for the incident during an episode of the Stick to Football podcast.Jamie Carragher also referenced the clash following Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Manchester City at the weekend.During a post-match interview, Reds winger Mohamed Salah joked Carragher would not have nominated him for Player of the Match after the pundit branded him “selfish” over recent comments.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe ex-defender then joked: “I’ll see him in the car park!”Carragher and Keane took the joke one step further after leaving Anfield.The duo posed for a picture in the stadium car park, with both holding up their watches.Micah Richards posted the photo on social media with a caption that read: “This Ipswich fan is really taking his time. We just want to go home Roy 😉.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLiverpool went nine points clear at the top of the table following the 2-0 win over City.Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola’s side dropped to fifth in the table.Roy Keane tells fan ‘I’ll wait in the car park’ after furious pitchside confrontation following Ipswich vs Man Utd More

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      Sky Sports hit by technical fault during Chelsea vs Aston Villa as pundits are forced to commentate from Liverpool

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      SKY SPORTS were hit with a major technical error during their coverage of Chelsea v Aston Villa as they were forced to commentate from their pre-game studio in Liverpool.The broadcaster experienced technical difficulties which meant their commentary team at Stamford Bridge of lead commentator Bill Leslie and pundit Alan Smith were not being heard.Sky Sports were forced to commentate on the Chelsea game from their studio after a technical faultCredit: AFPConsequently those in the studio before the game were forced to provide impromptu commentary in the opening minutes.This included presenter David Jones and pundits including Roy Keane, Micah Richards and Daniel Sturridge.Jones apologised for the issues shortly after kick-off.He said: “Well unfortunately we have a few technical and audio issues which you can hear at Stamford Bridge or not hear more to the point. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”So you are left with us, this could be interesting, commentary from Anfield on Chelsea against Aston Villa.”You always ask for more time to talk about football so this is our time, Micah.”Audio at Stamford Bridge was restored just before the third minute of play.Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Would quite like the option to carry on listening to @MicahRichards doing the commentary over this game please Sky Sports.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Nah this commentary is elite on Sky Sports.”Another said: “Sky Sports having a shocker right now.”Man Utd hardman Roy Keane and Sky Sports presenter blind rank BISCUITS before Ruben Amorim’s first match_1A fourth added: “Paying all this money for Sky Sports just for their commentary to cut out smh.”Chelsea then took the lead after seven minutes through Nicolas Jackson. More

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      Roy Keane spotted at FA Cup clash just days after ‘offering out fan in car park’ while working for Sky Sports

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      ROY KEANE was spotted watching Salford’s FA Cup clash with Cheltenham just days after “offering out” a fan.Manchester United legend was involved in a heated exchange with a fan at Portman Road after his old club’s 1-1 draw with IpswichRoy Keane was seen in the stands at Salford’s FA Cup clash with CheltenhamCredit: RexIt comes days after he was involved in a heated exchange with a fanCredit: RexSky bosses launched an investigation into the incident, speaking to Keane and others present including Kelly Cates, Jamie Redknapp and Izzy Christiansen.The results of the probe are not known.It’s reported that bosses at the broadcaster have sympathy with Keane following claims some fans “consistently overstepped the mark”.Regardless, Keane is expected to return to punditry duties tomorrow for Liverpool’s clash with Manchester City.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut before the crunch Premier League clash, Keane was spotted taking in some FA Cup football on Saturday afternoon.The 53-year-old was pictured in the stands at the Peninsula Stadium.He was seen wearing a big grey coat with a black zipper underneath.The game ended in a 2-0 win for Salford, with both goals coming in the first half.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFrancis Okoronkwo opened the scoring after 20 minutes.Cole Stockton then scored from the spot two minutes later to give the League Two side a cushion.Roy Keane reveals brutal two-word put down to rude selfie-hunter as Man Utd legend discusses fame with Ricky Gervais Salford are owned by the Red Devils’ legendary Class of 92, each of whom Keane played with during his time at Man Utd.Another altercation saw Keane headbutted by a fan at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium in September last year.But there had been growing concerns about Keane’s future at the broadcaster BEFORE the incident after he revealed his desire to quit punditry.Keane, who is contracted to appear on around 20 Super Sundays per season, has also spoken about moving abroad to Switzerland.Speaking while in Turin on The Overlap On Tour, he said: “In the next couple of years, I reckon I will be moving abroad… putting it out there.”When Jamie Carragher then asked where he would move to, Keane added: “Do you know what, Switzerland, maybe? Switzerland is beautiful.”Keane cited the incident with the Arsenal fan in contributing to his desire to want to leave the role.Talking on Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet, he said: “I love football, but the hassle of matches, getting to games, and the hassle of fans.”I was in court a few months ago with somebody head-butting me – do you think I enjoy that side of it? Absolutely not.”The games are fine. Getting to the games, parking up, people shouting your name – good stuff, bad stuff – it’s a nuisance.”When Carragher pressed him on whether he will be a pundit in 10 years, Keane added: “Absolutely f***ing not.”But barring a late pull out, he will be returning to TV screens on Sunday for the Premier League clash.READ MORE SUN STORIESSky will NOT beef up their security measures following the Ipswich incident.Keane is set to be joined by Gary Neville, Carragher, Daniel Sturridge and Micah Richards for the huge clash.Roy Keane’s angriest momentsWhat really ticks off Roy Keane?The Irishman is known for his no-nonsense approach to football.And some particular things really do get on Keane’s wick.It all makes for great entertainment for fans, who love the Man United legend’s take on the beautiful game.But is Keane being a bit too sensitive himself?From smiling players to ABBA, nothing is sacred.And we all know about his dislike for a prawn sarnie…Here are the things that really make Roy Keane angry. More

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      Sky Sports make subtle tweak to coverage with equipment change and it’s for a brilliant reason

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      SKY SPORTS made a superb tweak to their coverage on Saturday afternoon.Soccer Saturday saw presenter Simon Thomas go around the grounds to the various reporters at the Premier League matches.The tweak made for a brilliant addition to the broadcastAnd viewers were treated to a small change to the usual broadcast in a nod to Movember.Movember is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men’s suicide.Acknowledging the event, Sky Sports attached moustaches to their branded microphones.It could be seen on ex-Everton and Liverpool forward Courtney Sweetman-Kirk’s mic at the Gtech Community Stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Sky Sports presenter Lynsey Hooper, who also had a moustache on her mic, took a moment to explain the reason behind it.She said: “You may notice as well that we have new microphones today.”I’ll get more chat from Courtney later but for now I just wanted to show these off because they are to celebrate the fundraising efforts of everyone involved with Movember this month, including our very own Simon Thomas.”So we will have the microphones up to show those off.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSky Sports made the subtle change for their coverage on SaturdayCredit: Sky SportsHooper and Sweetman-Kirk were reporting at Brentford’s clash with Leicester.New Foxes manager Ruud van Nistelrooy was in the stands to watch his side on Saturday, but was not in charge for the match.Ruben Amorim hints at part of Man Utd job he already hates in tense statement at end of Sky Sports interview His first official game as Steve Cooper’s successor comes on Tuesday at home to West Ham.Ultimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here. More