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      Fans ‘crying, heartbroken and speechless’ as BBC football pundit steps down.. with SunSport columnist replacing him

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      FANS were left devastated to learn that Garth Crooks is leaving his role picking the team of the week for the BBC.Crooks, 66, became beloved for his all-out-attack choices that often left his team playing bizarre formations.Garth Crooks will no longer pick the BBC’s team of the weekCredit: PA:Empics SportHis teams often saw wingers shoe-horned in as wing-backs and forward players anchoring the midfield – much to the delight and bemusement of fans online.Reacting to his shock departure as the new season approaches, one fan said this was: “The worst news to wake up to. Crying. Heartbroken. Speechless.”Another invoked a famous Wayne Rooney tweet by saying: “Garth Crooks’ Team of the Week has passed away. RIP u will live on forever. Cant believe it. I wanna run to u. Really cant believe this.”A third fan said: “No one really cared about the actual opinions in the BBC Team of the Week, they just wanted to see what insane formation Garth Crooks had cooked up and who he had thrown left wing back despite their actual position being available.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe former Spurs striker had been the BBC’s go-to man for picking the team of the week for a number of years but he is now being replaced by a SunSport columnist.Former Watford and Birmingham striker Troy Deeney will be stepping in to replace Crooks.Writing for the BBC about his new role, Deeney said: “I’m delighted to tell you that I am taking over from the legend that is Garth Crooks to select BBC Sport’s Premier League Team of the Week every weekend, and it is a great honour to get to fill his shoes.”I’ve always had massive respect for Garth for his amazing career in the media after his playing days ended and, as someone who is following in his footsteps now, I’ve always looked up to him.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChanges to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25.”I also really admire his approach because, when he has an opinion, he is not afraid to say it and he is always able to back it up – yet he never comes across as someone who is trying to be controversial just to get likes or views on social media or anywhere else.”Garth genuinely believes in what he says, and the same applies to me, or at least I’d like to think so!”Troy Deeney will replace Garth CrooksCredit: RexMartin Keown battles epic rant from Garth Crooks on BBC’s Final score More

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      Shocking moment boxer and his brother ‘ARRESTED’ in ring after punching team member and starting enormous brawl

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      A BOXER and his brother were “arrested” after starting a brawl in the ring. Zach Abel was competing against Mikey Bets in a fight on the Rough N’ Rowdy promotion staged by American blog website Barstool Sports. A boxer and his brother were ‘arrested’ after starting a brawl in the ringCredit: https://x.com/roughnrowdyZach Abel and his brother Spencer started the chaosCredit: https://x.com/roughnrowdyAll hell broke loose in the ringCredit: https://x.com/roughnrowdyAbel felt his low-standard exhibition loss was controversial and kickstarted a ruckus in the ring. Before long him and brother Spencer began brawling with their opposition members as all hell broke loose in the ring.The Abdel brothers were quickly tackled to the ground by officers in police uniforms and handcuffed. Although it remains unclear whether the arrests were genuine or not. READ MORE IN BOXINGStill, fans were stunned by the hectic scenes as one said: “What on earth? The most chaos I’ve ever seen.”Another added: “LOL. Why are the law enforcement acting like he assassinated someone?”But one fumed: “Fake, no one’s buying these things so trying to drum up any kind of drama.”Another raged: “Can’t believe I fell for this trash.”Most read in BoxingBarstool Sports is owned by social media personality David Portnoy, who is worth an estimated £80million. And he launched his own boxing promotion to rival crossover and celebrity-style boxing rivals. Ex-Playboy model Amber Fields poses naked in just body paint for Misfits Boxing ring walk before wild scrap with rivalBut amid a lack of pay-per-view sales, Portnoy admitted his future in the boxing business could soon be KOd. He said: “I may bring an end to Rough n’ Rowdy if I don’t like the numbers here. It’s a lot of work. “It’s pretty expensive to put together. I want at least 20,000 pay-per-view buys.” More

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      Moment Dundee United star’s shot from inside six yard box goes out of ENTIRE STADIUM as fans ask ‘how’s he done that?’

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      FANS were left in total disbelief after witnessing Dundee United star Miller Thomson produce the “miss of the season” from two yards out.This shock moment saw Thomson blast his shot out of the stadium during his side’s 1-1 draw with Ross County on Saturday.The star looked certain to score from two yards outCredit: Sky SportsAmazingly he blasted the ball out of the stadiumCredit: Sky SportsThe young winger couldn’t believe he’d missed from inside the six yard boxCredit: Sky SportsThe 20-year-old winger was put through on goal by a brilliant move from Jorte van der Sande during the first 10 SECONDS of the match.With only goalkeeper Ross Laidlaw to beat, the Scottish ace had the whole goal at his mercy.However, just as Thomson looked certain to fire home, he amazingly skied the ball out of the stadium grounds despite being mere inches away from the goalline.The speedster, who penned a contract extension last month after an impressive loan spell at Montrose, instantly dropped his head at the mishap.READ MORE FOOTBALLHe was utterly shocked that he had not managed to grab his second goal of the season.And after the footage went viral on social media, fans were equally in bamboozled as they mocked the youngster.One footie fan wrote: “How’s he done that?”A second said: “This is gotta be the funniest thing have seen.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA third replied: “He has taken the out of the stadium crown.”Others compared the blunder with Leeds’ shocking last minute miss during their 3-3- draw with Portsmouth in the Championship on Saturday.SunSport launches weekly Football League feature called ‘What the EFL-!’Pompey were up 3-2 before USA international Brenden Aaronson netted an equaliser in the 95th minute.But Aaronson went from hero to villain after squandering a glorious chance to win the game in the eighth minute of added time.The 23-year-old failed to hit the target with only the keeper to beat from six yards out.This staggering Aaronson miss for Leeds United today is what makes that draw feel slightly less painful given we were leading in the 94th.An absolute nightmare miss, my stomach dropped like a stone when he went through.pic.twitter.com/wUDYn79Nvq— Pompey Pedro (@PompeyPedro) August 10, 2024 More

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      Harry Kane refuses to lift trophy after finally winning silverware at Tottenham on return with Bayern Munich

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      BAYERN MUNICH superstar Harry Kane finally won some silverware but refused to lift the trophy against his former club at Tottenham.Kane, 31, hasn’t won any titles during his stunning 14-year career despite him becoming Spurs and England’s all-time top goalscorer.Bayern Munich star Harry Kane refused to lift a trophy against TottenhamKane hadn’t won a trophy throughout his stunning 14-year careerBut the star striker finally got a little taste of silverware on Saturday when he returned to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the first time after leaving the North Londoners last year.The England striker helped Bayern beat Ange Postecoglou’s side 3-2 in their last pre-season friendly when he came off the bench in the 80th minute to receive a warm ovation from the home fans that never got to say goodbye.The Bavarians won the unofficial Visit Malta Cup, which represented a piece of silverware for Kane, albeit far from a major honour.Nevertheless, the centre-forward proved his undying allegiance to Tottenham by refusing to lift the award after full-time.Read More on FootballThe camera caught Kane’s Bayern team-mates asking him if he wanted to get in on all the fun but Vincent Kompany’s captain seemingly said no as he repeatedly shook his head.That show of respect moved fans on social media and led to immense praise for the star forward.One fan tweeted: “Kane shows his class! Respect for the Tottenham legend refusing to lift the trophy against his former club.”Another posted: “Very classy.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third wrote: “Respect!.”This fan said: “I like this guy man.”Tottenham confirm £65m Dominic Solanke transfer with comic-style video as fans say ‘wow you absolutely cooked for once’And that one stated: “Great man.”Tottenham’s top 10 biggest signings: Hit or miss?1) Tanguy Ndombele – £52.7mNdombele joined from Lyon in 2019 with huge expectations after shattering Tottenham’s transfer record.But he would go on to play just 91 times for the club, scoring 10 goals and is now set to leave one year before the end of his contract.2) Richarlison – £49.3mRicharlison almost broke the £50m mark when he arrived from Everton in 2022 as Harry Kane’s back-up.And while his tally of 12 goals this season was a significant increase on the three from his opening Spurs campaign, he is being linked with a departure this summer.3) Brennan Johnson – £46.8mJohnson was signed by Ange Postecoglou last summer and has impressed in patches during his first season in North London.He scored five goals and 10 assists in 38 games and will look to build on that in the 2024/25 campaign.4) Cristian Romero – £44.2mRomero initially joined on loan from Atalanta in 2021, before his impressive displays saw him secure a permanent deal the following year.He is two games shy of 100 for Spurs and, while he can be reckless with his tackling at times, is beginning to form a promising partnership with Micky van de Ven.5) James Maddison – £39.4mMaddison was handed Kane’s No10 shirt after arriving at Spurs and hit the ground running with three goals and five assists in his opening 11 matches.But after getting injured against Chelsea in October, he failed to return with the same sharpness – managing just five goal contributions in 15 league matches as he missed out on England’s final 26-man squad for the Euros.6) Davinson Sanchez – £35.7mSanchez joined Spurs from Ajax in 2017 and played more than 200 games across a six-year spell.But he was always considered a somewhat erratic defender who did not play more than 20 games in a Premier League season from 2020 onwards.7) Pedro Porro – £34mPorro was another signing who originally arrived on loan in January 2023, before he signed permanently last summer.He has 54 appearances for Spurs under his belt, scoring seven goals and impressing under Postecoglou this season.8) Micky van de Ven – £34mRapid Dutch centre-back Van de Ven was named Spurs Player of the Season in his first campaign at the club.His pace, athleticism, and technical ability on the ball have made him arguably Postecoglou’s best signing to date.9) Moussa Sissoko – £29.8mSissoko came to North London for a substantial fee after being relegated with Newcastle and went on to enjoy five years at Tottenham, playing more than 200 games.Unfortunately for the French midfielder, he is best-known for giving away a controversial penalty for handball in the first minute of Spurs’ 2-0 Champions League final defeat to Liverpool in 2019.10) Giovani Lo Celso – £27.2mLo Celso joined on loan from Real Betis in 2019 – a deal that was made permanent the following season.He has 10 goals and eight assists in 108 games, with some Spurs fans still unsure about the Argentine. More

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      Fans say ‘Onana needs to drop this gimmick’ as Man Utd keeper brings back his old antics in Community Shield shootout

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left red-faced after watching Andre Onana’s attempts at mind games in the Community Shield shootout.The Red Devils rued missed chances in their 1-1 draw, before losing 7-6 on penalties to Pep Guardiola’s side at Wembley.Andre Onana tried his best to get into the head of Erling HaalandHis antics failed to have the desired effect on the Manchester City ace in the shoot-outCredit: GettyManuel Akanji hit the winning spot-kick after Jonny Evans had skied his effort over the bar, ensuring the champions avoided a second consecutive Wembley loss to the FA Cup winners.United substitute Alejandro Garnacho appeared to have won it courtesy of a stunning solo goal with 10 minutes of normal time remaining.But Man City regained their composure and found an equaliser through a Bernardo Silva header in the 89th minute to bring the match to penalties.During the spot kicks, Red Devils goalie Onana was spotted trying his best to put off Erling Haaland and several of his team-mates.Most read in FootballThe Cameroon ace took a step to his right and then began pointing at the huge space to his left, almost daring the Norwegian ace to shoot there.Onana, who only saved Silva’s first penalty, continued to throw his arms in that direction as the ice cool Haaland strode forwards to take his kick.However, the United stopper’s antics failed to have the desired effect as he dived the way opposite way and Haaland slotted home in the direction he was pointing.This comes as Onana was found guilty of the same antics in United’s preseason penalty shoot-out exhibition against Arsenal in LA last month.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFootage of Onana was immediately shared on social media, and it quickly got supporters talking.One posted: “Onana needs to drop this gimmick man.”Manchester United’s top transfer targetsAnother said: “The biggest clown in the football history – Onana😂😂.”A third commented: “He told us to expect new things!😂”A fourth replied: “Bro why does Onana keep doing this to us.”A fifth wrote: “He always like to drop meme every matchday.” More

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      Welcome to Wrexham star and club’s oldest fan Arthur Massey dies aged 100 as emotional tributes pour in

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      WREXHAM’S oldest fan has died aged 100 with fellow supporters paying emotional tribute to the club legend.Life-long reds supporter Arthur Massey was a fan-favourite after starring in Disney’s hit documentary Welcome to Wrexham.Welcome to Wrexham star and club’s oldest fan Arthur Massey has died aged 100Arthur met King Charles when he visited Wrexham in 2022Credit: Arthur Edwards / The SunArthur featured in season three of Welcome to WrexhamCredit: FXThe club’s oldest fan was honoured by Wrexham AFC in MarchCredit: Instagram/wrexham_afcBut fans were left heartbroken after Arthur’s daughter Julie revealed today that the centenarian passed away.Julie shared the devastating news on social media when she posted a picture of her dad with the caption: “14/3/24 – 8/8/24. RIP Dad.”Wrexham AFC fans paid tribute to the “legend” who was the heart and soul of the club.One supporter wrote: “So sorry to hear this Julie. Your Dad was a really lovely man who touched so many after appearing on the documentary.”Another said: “I’m so sorry for your loss. He seemed like such a wonderful person. Rip Arthur, Wrexham legend.”Meanwhile a third added: “Rest easy Arthur. True Wrexham forever and always. Love to you Julie and your family.”Wrexham also paid tribute to Arthur on X, formerly Twitter: “Everybody at Wrexham AFC is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of life-long supporter Arthur Massey, aged 100.”All our thoughts are with Arthur’s family and friends at this time. Forever a Wrexham supporter.Most read in FootballArthur featured heavily in the season three episode ‘Temporary’ when owner Rob McElhenney visited him at home for his 100th birthday.The loyal supporter memorably said: “Everything is temporary. No joy lasts forever. No pain lasts forever, either. “That’s life. You have to accept what it is, not what you want it to be.”Ex-Wrexham captain warns Ryan Reynolds that up and coming star ‘has got Premier League written all over him’He also met King Charles during his visit to Wrexham in December 2022.During the King’s visit, Arthur spoke about the current excitement surrounding the football club since the takeover of Rob and co-owner Ryan Reynolds. The documentary’s producer, Bryan Swarberg, said: “Incredibly sorry for your loss. His was a life well lived. He was a great man. Love to you and the family.”Having reached a century, Arthur was the club’s oldest fan and even received a gift from Wrexham AFC when he hit the milestone back in March. Arthur was presented with a Wrexham shirt, with the No.100, by club officials ahead of their clash Tranmere Rovers at the STok Racecourse.As well as being a loyal Wrexham fan, Arthur was a dedicated volunteer for the Royal British Legion’s annual poppy appeal. He was also a Second World War veteran, serving as a sapper in the Burma Campaign in South East Asia.His death comes just hours before Wrexham kick off their first season in the third tier of English football since 2005.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey start their League One campaign tomorrow and will welcome Wycombe Wanderers to the Racecourse.The club secured back-to-back promotions in April to earn promotion up to League One.Arthur’s 100th birthday celebrated by ownersHollywood star Ryan Reynolds bought AFC Wrexham in 2020 with pal Rob McElhenney and saw the club break a 45-year trophy duck as well as achieving promotion for the first time in 15 years.Both of Wrexham’s famous owners – Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds paid tribute to Arthur Massey when he turned 100.Rob said: “Happy 100th Arthur!!! Let’s celebrate 101 in League 1!!! That seems poetic to me.”Ryan added: “Congratulations, Arthur! 100 is the new 98! Happy Birthday, young man.”His daughter Julie Birrell said: “Dad’s had a fantastic day today, surrounded by the love from the Wrexham family. Thank you to everyone who stopped to wish him Happy 100th Birthday.”The club also handed him a shirt featuring the number ‘100’ on the back in recognition of him reaching the incredible milestone. More

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      Fans gasp TNT Sports are ‘playing with dynamite’ with risky Premier League advert outside of football stadium

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      A CHEEKY advert outside Championship side Norwich City’s ground has gone viral.And fans of the Canaries will be FUMING after the footage being played out showed fierce rivals Ipswich celebrating promotion.TNT Sports featured a Premier League advert outside of Carrow Road – with fierce rivals Ipswich celebrating Premier League promotion playing outCredit: XNorwich City have not been in the Prem since 2022Credit: SportsfileTNT Sports decided to show a clip advertising the upcoming Premier League season outside Carrow Road.And fans found the snap hilarious as they reacted to it on social media.One posted: “A TNT Sports advert placed just outside Carrow Road… Talking about sticking the boot in.”A second commented: “One could say TNT are playing with dynamite haha.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLA third wrote: “TNT Sports trolling Norwich City by buying ad space featuring Ipswich Town next to Carrow Road.”A fourth said: “10/10 placement.”Another added: “Whoever put that as an advert needs a knighthood.”The Canaries finished sixth in the Championship last season but failed to make the play-off final as they lost to Leeds United.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe East Anglian outfit has not been in the Prem since they were relegated in 2022.To make matters worse the club has had to watch Ipswich jump from League One and into the Prem.Former Prem stadium to become a schoolThe Tractor Boys have enjoyed back-to-back promotions under Kieran McKenna and will be competing in the top flight next season.It will be the club’s first season in the Prem since 2002, when they finished 18th and were relegated.Norwich fans will NOT want to be reminded of Ipswich winning promotionCredit: PA More

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      Embarrassing footage emerges of Premier League star Neal Maupay falling over in lift while in just swimming trunks

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      NEAL MAUPAY has shared CCTV footage of himself slipping over in a lift.The Everton striker was in swimming trunks and a towel in his hotel.Neal Maupay shared footage of him slipping over in a liftCredit: X @nealmaupay_It happened after he got out of the poolCredit: X @nealmaupay_The striker then mopped the floor after himCredit: X @nealmaupay_But he was soon sent flying to the floor after slipping by the lift’s doors.Maupay shared the clip on his X and wrote: “Enjoyed my day off today at the pool 😎”After water got everywhere in the lift following his slip, Maupay then politely used his towel to mop the mess up afterwards.Fans on X loved seeing Maupay poking fun at himself.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne replied: “At least you troll yourself as well 😂”A second said: “Best video I’ve seen in a while 😂”While a third wrote: “Love the fact that you made sure to clean it up.”And a fourth chimed in with: “Imma show James Maddison.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe user was referring to Maupay’s ongoing feud with Spurs star Maddison.That first boiled over when Brentford lost 3-2 to Tottenham in January.Fan bumps into Premier League star Neal Maupay getting fish and chips and supporters are in stitches at his responseAll the times Maupay has wound fans and players upAfter opening the scoring for the Bees, Maupay did Maddison’s signature darts celebration – causing him to react angrily.The two then continued the feud over social media, with Maupay saying he lives “rent free” in Maddison’s head.Maupay then bode his time and again trolled Maddison for being left out of the England squad with a cryptic post.The player has previously opened up about being “the most disliked player” in the league for his tendency to wind up opposition sides. More