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      Enzo Fernandez rages at Chelsea team-mates as Sky Sports pundit is left feeling ‘sorry’ for ‘lost’ star

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      ENZO FERNANDEZ “looked lost” as he raged at Chelsea’ s misfits during a celebratory stroll for Manchester City’s second XI.Britain’s costliest player waved his arms in exasperation when finding no-one to pass to while City basked in title glory with a 1-0 Etihad win.
      Enzo Fernandez couldn’t believe it as Chelsea struggled again even though Prem kings Manchester City rested their big namesCredit: Rex
      Fernandez ran forward but was frustrated by a lack of passing optionsCredit: Sky Sports
      Chelsea’s £107m star can be seen showing his frustration with colleaguesCredit: Sky Sports
      And Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp felt sorry for the £107million midfielder.
      The former England ace believes Fernandez appears “lost” as Chelsea’s bulging squad of under-achievers flounder in 12th place.
      Interim chief Frank Lampard again found no answers on the pitch as Blues’ fans wait for Mauricio Pochettino to take the permanent job.
      Fernandez and Co were largely outplayed by a City side who rested top names like Erling Haaland.
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      That was because Arsenal’s 1-0 loss at Nottingham Forest on Saturday guaranteed a third Prem title in a row for Pep Guardiola’s men.
      City will clinch a Treble if they beat Manchester United in the FA Cup final and Inter Milan in the Champions League showpiece.
      But supporters online were dumbfounded by Chelsea’s latest loss.
      One posted: “Enzo was angry because he looked around and couldn’t find anyone to pass the ball to.”
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      Another wrote: “He’s one of two players who are actually trying…”
      A third said: “Feel bad for him. He would cook for this City team.”
      A fourth fan agreed: “Really feel for him. I’d be fuming if I were him too.”
      But some observers believe the whole Chelsea team seems de-motivated, despite £323million being spent on new players in January.
      One posted: “Everybody just looks like they don’t care… there’s nothing to play for so to say, but that’s where pride should come into play.
      “These players act like they don’t mind losing. That’s something we can’t have a loser’s mentality will kill the locker room like cancer.”
      And this tweet spoke for many views: “This is the final nail on the coffin for Lampard’s managerial career.” More

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      Erling Haaland drops F-bomb at Jack Grealish live on Sky Sports and fans think it’s hilarious

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      ERLING HAALAND dropped the F-bomb live on Sky Sports as he delighted fans by telling Jack Grealish he loved him – in what appeared to be a Yorkshire accent!Manchester City’s 51-goal hero went doe-eyed but potty-mouthed when he interrupted his team-mate’s interview amid an Etihad title party.
      Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish are centre stage again as Man City stars pick up their Premier League winners’ medals at the EtihadCredit: Reuters
      Grealish roars with laughter after Norwegian superstar Haaland surprised him with a sweary compliment in a Yorkshire liltCredit: Sky Sports
      One viewer called Haaland’s intervention after Sunday’s 1-0 win over Chelsea “TV gold”.
      The Norwegian came striding over, put his arm round Grealish and announced: “I f***ing ** love you, you know that.”
      Sky apologised but fans online seemed to appreciate the moment as much as Haaland clearly appreciates the goal-creating midfielder.
      The England ace roared with laugher at the striker’s compliment.
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      And one fan posted: “Can’t help but like Grealish, man.”
      Another said of Haaland’s lack of subtlety: “Bro doesn’t care about being PG and I love it.”
      Grealish is enjoying his best-ever club season and the former Aston Villa skipper explained his bromance with the £51million star.
      The 27-year-old told Sky: “We’ve got a great relationship.
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      “We come into training a lot together. We live in the same building.
      “I’ve assisted him a few times.
      “When we have a relationship like that off the pitch it makes it that much easier on the pitch.”
      Pep Guardiola’s men rejoiced in the field as they recovered the Prem trophy.
      Despite City making nine changes, recalled frontman Julian Alvarez sunk troubled Chelsea by firing home early on.
      Haaland came on for Riyad Mahrez 16 minutes from time but Grealish remained on the bench throughout. More

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      Football fans slam Sky Sports as ‘absolute shambles’ feed cuts out deep into extra-time of League Two play-offs semi

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      FANS were left fuming at Sky Sports as their play-off feed cut out deep into extra time.Carlisle’s dramatic win over Bradford vanished from screens near the end of the League Two semi-final second-leg.
      Fans were left fuming as Bradford’s defeat to Carlisle cut out on Sky Sports late on
      Carlisle beat Bradford 3-2 on aggregate to seal their place in the League Two play-off finalCredit: Getty
      And supporters quickly piled on social media to slam the “absolute shambles.”
      One said: “Sky Sports lost the the picture for the Carlisle Bradford game with 2 mins of extra time left. You’d be fuming.”
      Another declared: “Watching the Carlisle Bradford game and its just switched off completely. Nice one Sky.”
      One noted: “The blank screen of Carlisle vs Bradford is exactly why we’re playing Sky a criminal amount per month – didn’t want to watch it anyway.”
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      Another added: “Are Sky Sports taking the p**s with the Bradford game?! Absolute shambles.”
      One said: “Bradford Carlisle coverage has been a shambles on Sky, went to an ad break 3 minutes early in normal time, and now this went on for a good 5 minutes in extra time.”
      Another added: “You’d be sick if you were a Carlisle or Bradford fan watching this on Sky. Absolute shocker.”
      One noted: “Watched that game for 118 minutes for you to get a technical fault now. F**k off Sky. Imagine being a Bradford fan who couldn’t go.”
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      Bradford were left heartbroken at full-time as Carlisle sealed a 3-1 win to win 3-2 on aggregate.
      Bradley Halliday’s own-goal put Carlisle ahead in the 21st minute.
      And after the game went to extra time, they took a 98th minute lead through Callum Guy.
      Bradford then levelled eight minutes later thanks to Matt Derbyshire’s strike.
      But Ben Barclay pounced in the 112th minute to put Carlisle ahead again and seal their place in the League Two play-off final. More

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      Moment Jeff Stelling breaks down in tears on penultimate Soccer Saturday after eating disorder chat

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      JEFF Stelling has broken down in tears on Soccer Saturday, as he spoke about the danger of eating disorders.A march to promote awareness about the mental health disorder was led by Hope Virgo this morning.
      Jeff Stelling broke down in tears on Soccer Saturday, as he spoke about the danger of eating disorders
      He spoke passionately about the cause, highlighting issues such as calorie counts being added to many menus across the country
      While reading a message from the Dump The Scales activist, the Sky Sports presenter revealed more people die from eating disorders than any other mental disorder each year.
      Horrifying statistics showed up to 20 per cent of all cases result in death.
      As he broke down, fighting tears, Stelling said: “It’s 2023, eating disorders are being swept under the carpet.
      “No one should be dying of an eating disorder in 2023.

      “Those with eating disorders need action and help.
      “And they need it now.”
      He spoke passionately about the cause, highlighting issues such as calorie counts being added to many menus across the country.
      Jeff also revealed that many are told by medical professionals that they’re “not thin enough” to be treated for an eating disorder.
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      Stelling has previously shared his opinions on Twitter, he wrote: “One part of society totally ignored and, worse, endangered.
      “Lets hope all restaurants involved offer menus without calories as an alternative like Cote.”
      “For those who ‘are not sure what the problem is’ educate yourselves over eating disorders”, he added.
      “It is one of the least understood conditions in society today.”
      This comes as the 68-year-old presenter recently announced his retirement from Soccer Saturday in an emotional speech on air.
      He said: “I’ve been at Sky for more than 30 years and loved every moment of my time as part of the Soccer Saturday team.
      “It is now the right time to move on and give Sky Sports viewers a break from my relentless rants, bad gags and over-the-top celebrations of Hartlepool United goals.
      “It’s been a lot of fun – for me at least!”

      His final broadcast – which will no doubt be watched by thousands of long-time fans of the show – will be on May 28.
      And talks of his replacement are well underway, with Sky Sports presenter Julian Warren as one potential candidate.
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      And, SunSport reported earlier this month that Adam Smith – also known as ‘Smithy’ – is frontrunner for the role.
      How to help
      If someone you know is being treated for an eating disorder, their treatment team will play a big part in their recovery.
      But do not underestimate the importance of your love and support.
      It may help to:

      learn as much as possible about eating disorders, so you understand what you’re dealing with
      keep telling them that you love them and will always be there for them
      make them aware of the professional help available
      suggest activities they could do that do not involve food, such as hobbies and spending time with friends
      ask them what you can do to help
      try to be honest about your own feelings, as this will encourage them to do the same
      try to build their confidence, for example, praise them for being thoughtful or congratulate them on something they’ve done

      Source: NHS 

      The presenter spoke passionately about the cause
      Stelling wanted restaurants to stop labelling calories next to food on menus
      He said no one should be dying of eating disorders in 2023 More

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      Ex-Manchester City and England star Micah Richards caught speeding in his Rolls-Royce and fined £1,000

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      FORMER England and Manchester City football ace Micah Richards has been given a four-figure fine after being caught speeding in his Rolls-Royce.The ex-Premier League defender, now a regular BBC and Sky Sports pundit, was nabbed by a camera travelling 5mph over the limit in a 30mph zone.
      Ex-England international defender Micah Richards pleaded guilty to speedingCredit: Rex
      Richards, 34, was caught last August 3 on the B6165 near Knaresborough in North Yorkshire – a short 20-minute drive from his home in the village of Nidd.
      And he has now pleaded guilty before Harrogate magistrates to one count of speeding – receiving a £666 fine, but also told to pay a £266 victim surcharge and £90 court costs, making a total £1,022.
      Rolls-Royce driver Richards also had three penalty points added to his licence.
      The Birmingham-born ex-international, who grew up in the Leeds suburb of Chapeltown, previously revealed how he was frequently pulled over by cops when returning to the city.
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      He has also spoken out about the racism his family suffered when he was growing up in West Yorkshire.
      Since leaving life as top-flight footballer and retiring in 2019, Richards has been dubbed “Mr Monopoly” by friends after amassing a multi-million-pound property empire.
      He regularly appears on BBC1’s weekly Match Of The Day football highlights programme as well as podcast shows alongside presenter Gary Lineker and fellow pundits such as Alan Shearer.
      And when featuring on Sky and BT Sport he provides post-match analysis with the likes of former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland captain Roy Keane, Liverpool and Scotland’s Graeme Souness and Tottenham Hotspur and England legend Glenn Hoddle.
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      Richards was at City’s Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night as a CBS Sports analyst for his old club’s 4-0 triumph over Spain’s Real Madrid, winning 5-1 on aggregate to reach the UEFA Champions League final next month against Italy’s Internazionale who knocked out local rivals AC Milan.
      Richards came through the youth ranks at Manchester City, helping them win the FA Cup in 2011 and the Premier League the following year, before later stints with Italian Serie A club Fiorentina and back in England with Aston Villa.
      He scored one goal in 13 appearances for England and also played for the Team GB football side at the London 2012 Olympics.
      Richards warned budding young footballers last December about the dangers of becoming rich overnight – telling of his lavish spending sprees after hitting the big time.
      He recalled buying supercars such as a Ferrari F430 and a luxury mansion in the footballers’ paradise of Hale in Greater Manchester – as well as splashing out more than £100,000 on a single night out.
      Richards played 245 times for Manchester City and won 13 England caps
      Micah Richards’ luxury car collection has included his Rolls-Royce, an Aston Martin and this £130,000 Bentley ConvertibleCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Richards has also splashed out on a £200,000 Ferrari 458 Speciale, parking it here outside the restaurant Rosso in Manchester city centreCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke More

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      Gary Neville publicly calls out Sky Sports employee for not tagging him in ‘weird’ tweet before producer deletes account

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      GARY NEVILLE slammed a Sky Sports employee after he was criticised for a prediction he made about Manchester City.Pep Guardiola’s men are on course to win the treble this season after blitzing Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate in their Champions League semi-final.
      Gary Neville hit back at a Sky employee’s criticism of himCredit: Getty
      Manchester City are on course to win the trebleCredit: Getty
      They can be crowned Premier League winners with three points against Chelsea on Sunday.
      And finals in the FA Cup and Champions League are yet to come as Manchester United and Inter Milan bid to thwart their treble ambitions.
      Man City’s sensational end to the campaign comes after Neville debated the point earlier in the season that they were not at their very best.
      Now they are firing on all cylinders, Conor Humm, a junior assistant producer at Sky Sports, has called Neville out regarding his comments.
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      He said: “Gary Neville said Manchester City weren’t at their usual level this season.
      “They’re about to surpass his club’s greatest ever season and do it in a far more impressive way.”
      A startled Neville replied on Thursday morning, saying: “You okay? They weren’t at their usual level. What a weird point to make. 
      “Tag me in by the way if you work at Sky. Don’t be shy.”
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      Humm then made the decision to delete his account.
      This led to another Twitter user calling out the Man Utd legend, saying: “Gary Neville biting back at 5:38am from a tweet he wasn’t even tagged in and mentioning Connor’s place of work is pretty wild.”
      But Neville did not back down as he responded: “Biting 😂 (really). Wild 😂 (hardly). 5.38 😂 (it’s when I get up). It came up on my for you function! As did your reply!!
      “If he works at Sky then tag me in. Easy for people to have a little dig at me but not ok for me to go back?”
      During the second half of the season, Neville has repeatedly backed Man City to catch Arsenal and win the Premier League title.
      And they are now champions in waiting as they look to wrap up the league at the Etihad this weekend.
      Last month, Neville admitted he was fearing a Man City treble.
      He said: “They’re purring, they’re playing well, they’re in great form, they’re serious now about it [the treble].” More

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      Martin Keown begs Sky Sports to ban commentator from covering Arsenal games ever again over ‘frightening bias’

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      MARTIN KEOWN has slammed Sky Sports commentators for their “frightening” bias during coverage of Arsenal’s match with Brighton.Speaking to talkSPORT, the Arsenal legend took aim at Martin Tyler and Gary Neville.
      Keown called out Sky Sports commentators for being anti-ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Keown claimed ‘it hurts’ Tyler to see Arsenal winCredit: Getty
      While he claimed Neville ‘has a problem’ with the GunnersCredit: Getty
      The 56-year-old claimed “it hurts” Tyler to see Arsenal win a game of football, while he suggested Neville “has a problem”.
      Keown told Jim White and Simon Jordan: “How biased is the Sky Sports commentary team? It is frightening.
      “Martin Tyler is a great professional, but he cannot hide that it hurts him that Arsenal might win a game of football.
      “Honestly, we know Neville has a problem, he is almost apologising.
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      “‘Have I lost my mind? We should be sending [Gabriel] Martinelli off’? Not at all, you go with your instinct.
      “So, there we are, it is a poke in the eye to a commentator. I should be more respectful, Martin is a great commentator, but please Sky, don’t put him on the Arsenal games anymore. It is a really hard listen.
      “We talked about it off air and certain people were pushing me to say it. I didn’t really want to come here with that.”
      Host White hit back by saying: “Nobody pushed you to say it.”
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      With Jordan, adding: “You lassoed me out there asking about Martin Tyler and Gary Neville.”
      Keown responded: “Tell me then, get the Arsenal fans as they’ve got to listen to it. There’s only 60,000 in the stadium but there’s millions of us at home.”
      Asked to say certainly whether he believed Neville to be anti-Arsenal, Keown declared: “Yes I do, let’s get it out there.”
      Despite having his doubters for much of the season, Neville was insistent in his belief Arsenal would not win the title – providing seven reasons why it all went so wrong for them during the run-in.
      And following the 3-0 defeat to Brighton, which marks a run which has seen Arsenal win just two of their last seven league games, Manchester City are now on course to wrap up the title next week.
      The Gunners know a loss at Nottingham Forest will see the title go to City, while City can secure the title regardless of the Gunners’ result with a win against Chelsea.
      A horror stat has also emerged relating to the North Londoners title plight, with Mikel Arteta’s side on top for 93 per cent of the season.
      This is a new record, eclipsing Arsenal’s own record from the 2002/03 season when they were top for 71 per cent of the campaign before losing out to Manchester United. More

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      Tottenham fans fuming at Sky Sports after leaving out former star from midfielders’ goals graphic

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      TOTTENHAM fans have been left fuming after Sky Sports left out Dele Alli’s goals from a stats graphic.During their coverage of Arsenal’s 3-0 loss to Brighton, a list with Martin Odegaard at the top flashed up on screens.
      Sky Sports’ graphic appeared to claim Martin Odegaard was incorrectly top of the listCredit: @northldn8

      Martin Odegaard has scored 15 goals in the Premier League this seasonCredit: Getty
      Dele Alli netted more non-penalty goals in one season that Martin OdegaardCredit: AFP
      The graphic claims the Norwegian has scored the most Premier League goals in one season by a midfielder, not including penalties.
      Odegaard has netted 15 times, with none of his strikes coming from the spot this term.
      Sky claim it puts him ahead of the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Paul Scholes, Yaya Toure and Frank Lampard.
      However, TWO players have been bizarrely missed off the graphic.
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      Ex-Spurs star Dele Alli netted 18 goals in the 2016/17 season, with just one penalty goal.
      And Southampton legend Matt Le Tissier scored 25 times during the 1993/94 campaign, with six strikes coming from 12 yards.

      It means both Alli and Le Tissier should be ahead of Odegaard, leaving fans raging.
      One Tottenham supporter said: “Just doesn’t fit their agenda.”
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      Another reacted: “Bias as per usual.”
      Others speculated it was because Alli and Le Tissier both played close to strikers that year and could be classed as forwards or second strikers.
      While more thought it was to show who Odegaard was ahead of rather than claim he was top of the pile.
      Matt Le Tissier holds the record with 19 non-penalty goals in one season from midfieldCredit: Getty More