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      Gary Neville being banned by Nottingham Forest ‘triggered widespread alarm’ as Premier League and Sky hold urgent talks

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      THE Premier League and Sky Sports have engaged in high-level talks following Nottingham Forest’s controversial decision to ban Gary Neville.Sky had initially planned for Neville to be at the City Ground for this afternoon’s crucial clash between Forest and Chelsea.Gary Neville will not feature on this afternoon’s coverageCredit: GettyEvangelos Marinakis spoke to Nuno Espirito Santo on the pitch after the recent draw with LeicesterCredit: AFPThey were later informed by Forest that Neville, 50, would be denied accreditation for the match.According to the Mail, the decision has prompted “alarm” among broadcasters and the Premier League.The latest domestic TV deal saw Sky land four of five packages as they and TNT Sports combined for a four-year, £6.7billion contract.Further talks have reportedly been set, with the Premier League, Sky Sports and TNT Sports all concerned over the precedent set by Forest’s decision.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNeville recently criticised Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis, calling the Greek’s on-pitch row with boss Nuno Espirito Santo “scandalous”.Marinakis claimed to have been seething following the 2-2 draw with already-relegated rivals Leicester due to the decision to initially allow Taiwo Awoniyi to keep playing following a worrying collision with the post.Awoniyi was later placed in an induced coma after requiring surgery on a ruptured intestine.Neville posted at the time: “What the Forest owner has just done on the pitch over at the City Ground is absolutely scandalous.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”If I was Nuno, I’d be going and having a very strong word with him, because that is an absolute scandal.”He’s just qualified them for a European competition, and from where that club’s been, and to be remonstrated with on that pitch in front of the club’s fans is an absolute joke.”Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claimNeville later responded to Forest’s decision on social media.The former Manchester United star wrote: “I was contacted by Sky Sports earlier on in the week and told that I would be commentating at the City Ground on Sunday for the Nottingham Forest v Chelsea match.”I was informed yesterday by Sky Sports that Nottingham Forest would not give me an accreditation or access to the stadium as a co-commentator. I’ve had no choice but to withdraw from the coverage.”I’ve dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action.”‘IT’S DISAPPOINTING’He continued: “Personally, I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision.”Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club.”I wish the coaching staff, players and fans of the club all the best in their quest to achieve Champions League football.”Neville’s post received several laughing emojis from Jamie Carragher.While his pal David Beckham cheekily added: “Must of (sic) been something to do with that 7-1 game back in the day,” followed by a laughing emoji.A Sky Sports spokesperson went on to reveal to SunSport that they had been forced into ripping up their coverage plans for the match.They said: “Sky Sports was subsequently informed by Nottingham Forest that Gary Neville would be denied accreditation to the match.Read More on The Sun“This was an unprecedented and unwelcome step.”As a result, Sky Sports has decided to revise its production plans and has taken the decision to present the game from Sky Studios in west London.” More

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      Jobe Bellingham takes swipe at Sky Sports pundits in live TV interview before awkward moment with panel at Wembley

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      JOBE BELLINGHAM took a swipe at the Sky Sports pundits who doubted if Sunderland’s youngsters had the minerals for promotion.The Black Cats came into the Wembley showdown off the back of horror league form losing five on the bounce. Jobe Bellingham took a swipe at the Sky Sports punditsThey saw off Frank Lampard’s Coventry in the semis to face Sheffield United the play-off final.And Bellingham & Co had to come from behind to win 2-1 with academy graduate Tom Watson scoring a 95th minute winner. Regis Le Bris has put trust in his youthful squad this season, with Bellingham only 19, Chris Rigg, just 17 and Eliezer Mayenda, 20.It had led to questions over their experience – but the players did their talking on the pitch. READ MORE IN football And Bellingham said: “I always believed, you have to believe. “When you’ve got supporters like this and a group of lads like that, you always have to believe.”I always believed and I know people doubted us and that’s understandable, we lost a few games, people talk about momentum.”But I think we did enough, we showed enough throughout the season for people to at least give us some credit going into the play-offs.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”The typical “inexperienced” by all the ex-pros that speak on Sky but we’ve just proved that don’t matter.”You need experience, of course, with youth like at Sunderland you play loads of games you get that experience. Sky Sports forced to apologise as Sunderland star swears on live TV after last touch for club earns them promotion”You get experience by failing and we failed together so many times and in the end we come good.”Sky pundits Curtis Davies and Jobi McAnuff then probed Bellingham on what ex-pro criticised them. But he said with a smile: “I didn’t say criticising!”Sunderland are now back in the Premier League for the first time since 2017. And Bellingham said: “I’ve been part of this great team so every player has made a name for themselves here. So really proud.”Bellingham celebrates with the play-off trophyCredit: Getty More

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      Sky Sports forced to apologise as Sunderland star swears on live TV after last touch for club earns them promotion

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      SKY SPORTS were forced to apologise after Sunderland’s play-off hero Tom Watson accidentally swore live on air. Winger Watson – set for a £10million move to Brighton – sealed an incredible comeback for the Black Cats at Wembley. Tom Watson accidentally swore live on airHis finish in the 95th MINUTE sent Sunderland up to the Premier League – signing off in style. And emotions were running high in his post-match interview as he accidentally swore – with Sky forced to apologise. He said: “I think my celebration said it all, I can’t really put it into words to be honest, just look around it’s f***ing unbelievable.” Sky’s Jonathan Oakes said: “We must apologise for the language! We understand that you’re emotional.” READ MORE IN football Watson has come through Sunderland’s academy and spent three seasons as a first-team player. And after 30 games and ten goals this season, it earned him a Premier League move to Brighton after the two clubs agreed a £10m deal.He said: “We’ll see each other in the Premier League next year in the big time.” Sunderland have not been in England’s top flight since 2017 and found themselves in League One by 2018.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt then took four seasons until they were back up to the Championship – having beaten Wycombe in the play-off final. And after another three seasons in the second-tier, coming fourth this season, Sunderland were back at Wembley. It looked as though it would be heartache after Tyrese Campbell gave Sheffield United the lead. But Eliezer Mayenda and Watson turned the game on its head in a dramatic 15-minute period – sending the Black Cats back to the Prem.And Watson, who came off the bench on the 73rd minute, said: “I’ve been thinking about it for weeks, that story was written when I came off the bench.” Watson celebrates his winnerCredit: Getty More

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      David Beckham enters Gary Neville stadium ban row with brutal dig at Nottingham Forest

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      DAVID BECKHAM weighed in on Gary Neville’s stadium ban with a cheeky dig at Nottingham Forest’s expense.Forest sensationally BANNED Neville from commentating at the City Ground on the final day of the season.Gary Neville was banned from covering Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea at the City GroundCredit: GettyNeville slammed Evangelos Marinakis for his public row with Nuno Espirito SantoCredit: Sky SportsDavid Beckham could not resist the cheeky dig at Forest’s expenseCredit: PAThe East Midlands outfit – who could still clinch Champions League football – blocked Sky Sports’ media accreditation request for Neville.The bombshell decision came after the former Manchester United defender criticised Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis.Neville labelled the Greek businessman’s public row on the pitch with manager Nuno Espirito Santo after the 2-2 draw with Leicester as “scandalous”. In a shock response, Forest refused to allow Neville to take to the gantry for the crunch clash with Chelsea in their Premier League finale. READ MORE ON GARY NEVILLENeville, 50, took to Instagram to break his silence and express his “disappointment” at the “unprecedented action”.And his close pal Beckham could not resist piling in on Forest.Becks, who co-owns Salford City with Neville, replied to the Instagram post with a brilliant comment.The ex-England captain, 50, quipped: “Must of been something to do with that 7-1 game back in the day,” followed by a laughing emoji.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe comment undoubtedly referred to United’s thumping win over Forest at the City Ground during the Treble-winning season in February 1999 in which both Beckham and Neville played the full 90 minutes.Incredibly, though, the result was actually 8-1 – as Beckham appeared to lose count of the score. Why these WILD Chris Wood & Morgan Rogers stats could spell disaster for Chelsea & Man Utd | Experts’ best bets – Weekend WagerDwight Yorke and Andy Cole scored two each before a sensational late quadruple from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Beckham’s comment racked up 26,000 likes by Saturday lunchtime.Jamie Carragher also got involved, simply typing a series of laughing emojis on the post while one fan joked: “Gary Neville and Bonnie Blue both banned from the City Ground,” in reference to the controversial adult content creator’s lifetime suspension. Neville added in his social media statement: “I was informed yesterday by Sky Sports that Nottingham Forest would not give me an accreditation or access to the stadium as a co-commentator. I’ve had no choice but to withdraw from the coverage.”I’ve dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action.While Forest have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 monthsGary Neville”Personally, I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision. “Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club.”I wish the coaching staff, players and fans of the club all the best in their quest to achieve Champions League football.”Sky chiefs are furious and are standing with Neville following Forest’s decision, and have totally revised their coverage plans for the final game of the season.A spokesperson told SunSport: “Sky Sports was subsequently informed by Nottingham Forest that Gary Neville would be denied accreditation to the match.Read More on The Sun“This was an unprecedented and unwelcome step.”As a result, Sky Sports has decided to revise its production plans and has taken the decision to present the game from Sky Studios in West London.”Beckham made reference to a thumping Manchester United win in 1999Credit: InstagramBeckham lost track of how many goals United stuck in Forest’s netCredit: GettyOle Gunnar Solskjaer scored four in a late blitz as the Red Devils won 8-1Credit: PA:Empics SportBecks joined in the celebrations during the Treble-winning seasonCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Unprecedented’ – Gary Neville breaks silence after being BANNED from City Ground for Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea

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      GARY NEVILLE has unleashed a scathing attack on Nottingham Forest after being banned from the City Ground for Sunday’s clash with Chelsea.Man Utd legend Neville, 50, has been denied accreditation for Sunday’s Champions League decider as his feud with Forest rages on.Gary Neville has spoken out after Forest banned him from Sunday’s game against ChelseaCredit: GettyNeville had branded Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis (r) as “scandalous” following a recent pitch invasionCredit: PAIt comes two weeks after Neville slammed Evangelos Marinakis’ ‘scandalous’ on-pitch row with manager Nuno Espirito Santo.Taking to Instagram on Friday night, Neville said: “I was contacted by Sky Sports earlier on in the week and told that I would be commentating at the City Ground on Sunday for the Nottingham Forest v Chelsea match.”I was informed yesterday by Sky Sports that Nottingham Forest would not give me an accreditation or access to the stadium as a co-commentator. I’ve had no choice but to withdraw from the coverage.”I’ve dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe continued: “Personally, I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision.”Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club.”I wish the coaching staff, players and fans of the club all the best in their quest to achieve Champions League football.”Sky chiefs are furious and are standing with Neville following Forest’s decision, and have totally revised their coverage plans for the final game of the season.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKA spokesperson told SunSport: “Sky Sports was subsequently informed by Nottingham Forest that Gary Neville would be denied accreditation to the match.“This was an unprecedented and unwelcome step.Taiwo Awoniyi health update with Nottingham Forest star recovering in hospital after emergency abdominal surgery”As a result, Sky Sports has decided to revise its production plans and has taken the decision to present the game from Sky Studios in west London.”The ban comes two weeks after Neville labelled Marinakis’ heated discussion with Nuno “absolutely scandalous”.While co-commentating on the game, Neville fumed: “What the Forest owner has just done on the pitch over at the City Ground is absolutely scandalous.”If I was Nuno, I’d be going and having a very strong word with him, because that is an absolute scandal.”Marinakis claims he lost his temper over striker Taiwo Awoniyi being forced to play on while injured.I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision.Gary NevilleAwoniyi collided with a post late in the draw with Leicester and was later placed in an induced coma.Forest later addressed the incident in a statement, writing on X: “Today is a day for celebration, because after 30 years Nottingham Forest is now guaranteed to be competing on the European stage once again – a promise I made to our supporters when we achieved promotion.”With two more games to go in the Premier League, we must keep believing and keep dreaming, right to the final kick in the final game.”We are extremely proud and close to Nuno and the team, and we must all celebrate the historic achievements of this season.Read More on The Sun”Everybody – coaching staff, players, supporters and including myself – we were frustrated around the injury of Taiwo and the medical staff’s misjudgement on Taiwo’s ability to continue the game.”This is natural, this is a demonstration of the passion we feel for our club. Let’s all be grateful, passionate and keep on dreaming.” More

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      Gary Neville BANNED by Premier League club for last game of season with Sky Sports left fuming at decision

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      GARY NEVILLE was BANNED from commentating on Nottingham Forest’s Champions League qualification decider with Chelsea as his feud with the City Ground club plunged to new depths.In a shock decision, Forest told Sky that former England defender Neville would be “denied” accreditation for Sunday’s crunch clash.Gary Neville has been banned from Nottingham Forest’s showdown with ChelseaCredit: PAThe Sky pundit called out Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis (right) for invading the pitch after a game against LeicesterCredit: PAForest are preparing for their biggest game in decadesCredit: GettyIt came just two weeks after Neville slammed Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ “absolutely scandalous” on-pitch row with boss Nuno Espirito Santo in the final minutes of the 2-2 draw with Leicester on May 11.Marinakis was furious that Forest’s medical staff did not recognise the extent of striker Taiwo Awoniyi’s injury when the Nigerian collided with a post.Awoniyi was subsequently placed in an induced coma after undergoing surgery for a ruptured intestine.When he saw the confrontation, Sky co-commentator Neville said: “What the Forest owner has just done on the pitch over at the City Ground is absolutely scandalous.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”If I was Nuno, I’d be going and having a very strong word with him, because that is an absolute scandal.”He’s just qualified them for a European competition, and from where that club’s been, and to be remonstrated with on that pitch in front of the club’s fans is an absolute joke.”Neville then added on X: “Scandalous from that Forest owner. Nuno should go and negotiate his exit tonight with him! The Forest fans, players and manager do not deserve that.”Forest hit back, using the club’s social media accounts to implicitly accuse Neville of having pushed “fake news online”, adding: “Baseless and ill-informed outrage for the purposes of personal social media traction serves no one – least of all the injured player.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”We call on these influential voices to show the same respect for player welfare that they often demand from others. Let concern come before commentary. “At Nottingham Forest, we believe the mental and physical well-being of our players and coaching staff must always take precedence — over media narratives, inflammatory judgements, and certainly over self-promotion.”Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claimForest also insisted there had been no confrontation between Marinakis and the manager.But now the club have taken the row one stage further by banning Neville from the City Ground where he was due to be working on Sunday.Sky said that Neville had been “confirmed to co-commentate live from the City Ground” when the game was chosen as the channel’s first selection for this weekend’s final weekend games.A spokesman for the channel said: “Sky Sports was subsequently informed by Nottingham Forest that Gary Neville would be denied accreditation to the match.”This was an unprecedented and unwelcome step.“As a result, Sky Sports has decided to revise its production plans and has taken the decision to present the game from Sky Studios in west London.”Personally, I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decisionGary NevilleInstagramSky chiefs are clearly furious with Forest and backing Neville, who has chosen not to be part of the broadcast at all after being prevented from fulfilling his duties at the City Ground.It is expected he will be replaced as co-commentator with Sky choosing to still work the match coverage from the ground even though their show will now be presented from Osterley rather than Nottingham.SunSport have contracted Forest for comment.Neville has since responded with a statement on his Instagram page.He wrote: “I was contacted by Sky Sports earlier on in the week and told that I would be commentating at the City Ground on Sunday for the Nottingham Forest v Chelsea match.”I was informed yesterday by Sky Sports that Nottingham Forest would not give me an accreditation or access to the stadium as a co-commentator.”I’ve had no choice but to withdraw from the coverage.”I’ve dished out my fair share of criticism and praise in the last 14 years of doing this job and have never come close to this unprecedented action.”Personally, I think it’s disappointing that a great club like Nottingham Forest have been reduced to making such a decision.Read More on The Sun”Whilst they have every right to choose who they let into their own stadium, it’s symptomatic of things that have happened over the last 12 months with the club.”I wish the coaching staff, players and fans of the club all the best in their quest to achieve Champions League football.” More

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      Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher reveal their XI of the season live on Sky Sports but can only agree on five players

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      GARY NEVILLE and Jamie Carragher waved goodbye to the Premier League season by rowing over their 2025 team of the year. The Sky Sports pundits could only agree on FIVE players on Monday Night Football, with host Dave Jones forced to play peacekeeper.Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher have named their teams of the seasonAhead of the final day, Neville and Carragher gave out their end of season awards, as well as their teams of this campaign.The pundits agreed on five players in their sides, which were listed in 4-3-3 formations –  and that not one single member of Manchester United’s or Manchester City’s squads made the cut.One of those players was Daniel Munoz at right back – who Carragher hailed as “outstanding” and ideal for Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 set up.Elsewhere, Nottingham Forest’s Nikola Milenkovic got the nod in defence alongside Liverpool’s title-winning captain Virgil van Dijk.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile there were no agreements in midfield, both had Mohamed Salah on the right of attack and Newcastle’s Alexander Isak leading the line. Neville went first with the remaining players, picking Matz Sels in goal, after his “special” Nottingham Forest season. He picked out Liverpool target Milos Kerkez at left back, accepting that the Reds are likely to buy him, and Bryan Mbeumo at left wing.The Man Utd legend’s midfield trio was made up of Youri Tielemans, Bruno Guimaraes and Ryan Gravenberch. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCarragher also chose a Magpies midfielder, but picked out one of Guimaraes’ partners in Sandro Tonali, who has been a mainstay in a holding role in Newcastle’s Champions League push.The handbags came out when Carragher named Morgan Gibbs-White on the left and Myles Lewis-Skelly as that sided full back.Gary Neville reveals fear with Liverpool to become most successful English team everCarragher couldn’t believe that Neville ignored Lewis-Skelly from his XI, after naming the Arsenal teenager as the Young Player of the Year.Defending his Gibbs-White inclusion, Carragher said: “The league is missing a world class left winger.”Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz are not Sadio Mane or Eden Hazard. He could play there. Pep Guardiola likes him and that will do for me.”Neville also gave Arne Slot the best newcomer award, but voted for Nuno Espirito Santo as the manager of the season.With Liverpool wrapping up the title two weeks ago, the final Champions League places are all that’s left to play for.Arsenal secured their place in Europe’s elite competition with a 1-0 win over Newcastle on Sunday.Read More on The SunThat leaves the Magpies, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Man City and Forest to battle it out for the remaining three positions on the final day.Meanwhile, Man Utd got the vote from both pundits as the biggest underachievers of the season, with Neville saying that winning the Europa League would be a “silver lining in a dark cloud”. More

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      Former Arsenal star so unrecognisable aged 38 even Sky Sports commentator ‘is unable to name him’

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      ARSENAL welcomed two former stars to the Emirates on Sunday – but nobody appeared to have told Sky commentator Peter Drury. The Gunners ran out 1-0 winners against Newcastle to cement Champions League football for next season. Gilberto Silva (right) was singled out by Sky cameras during Arsenal’s win over NewcastleFormer fan favourite Gilberto Silva was showcased by Sky cameras watching the game from the stands.The Brazilian, 48, spent six seasons with the Gunners between 2002 and 2008.Drury gave Gilberto a full welcome on commentary, noting he arrived after a “stellar World Cup” 23 years ago.But he failed to mention ex-Arsenal centre-back Johan Djorou, who was sitting directly next to Gilberto.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Swiss defender, 38, spent a decade at Arsenal between 2004 and 2014.Fans were quick to point out that Sky had seemingly ignored Djourou in the segment.While others claimed his new haircut and beard made him unrecognisable from his days at the Emirates. One fan wrote on X: “Drury didn’t recognise Johan Djourou there, and fair enough.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKJohan Djourou played almost a decade for ArsenalCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdAnother laughed: “I love how Skysports didn’t notice Djourou next to Gilberto Silva lool”While a third joked: “Johan Djourou aura in 2025 we needed it.”Mikel Arteta gives passionate speech to fans in Emirates after win over NewcastleAnd a fourth added: “Commentator acknowledges Gilberto Silva sitting in the stand watching the game but failed to recognise Johan Djourou as a former player of Arsenal. Really bad!”Djourou now works for DAZN in France after hanging up his boots.He played in Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Denmark after leaving Arsenal in 2014.The 38-year-old retired in 2021, but looks back at his Arsenal career fondly. He told Flashscore: “I had some incredible moments [at Arsenal], some incredible seasons.Djourou now works as a pundit in France for DAZNCredit: GettyJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates”I had some injuries, I had some complicated moments too.”But on the whole, to play in the Champions League, to reach the final, to be in the Carling Cup final, to fight for the title, to be in Europe every year – it was great.”I had the chance to assert myself, to play some big games.”To put in some big performances, to be recognised some seasons as one of the best centre-backs in the Premier League, particularly by Arsene and my teammates.Read More on The Sun”I’m not Sergio Ramos, I’m not Gerard Pique, I was Johan Djourou.”And I played some very, very, very big games and I’m very proud of that.” More