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      Fans baffled as forgotten ex-Premier League star unveiled as new boss in ‘most hype manager announcement video ever’

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      FOOTBALL fans have been left in shock after a Premier League cult hero was announced as the manager for his new club in an over the top video.Former Newcastle star Steven Taylor has been named as the new boss of United Arab Emirates club Al Qabila.Former Newcastle star Steven Taylor has been announced as the new head coach of Al QabilaCredit: AFPAn over the top announcement video saw the club’s owner, Soheil Varahram, discuss Taylor’s abilitiesCredit: Instagram @soheil.varVarahram watched as an blacked out van approachedCredit: TIKTOK @SOHEIL.VARTaylor emerged from the van as dramatic music playedCredit: TIKTOK @SOHEIL.VARThe pair posed together as they announced Taylor as the new manager of the clubCredit: TIKTOK @SOHEIL.VARAl Qabila are yet to play a professional game of football and have been created by TikTok sensation and former UAE first division footballer Soheil Varahram.The club is a project created by Varahram with the intention of being built from the ground up in just 365 days. And after announcing club names, badges and kit designs, Varahram and his business partner took to social media to announce the arrival of their new manager, Taylor.In a video shared with Varahman’s 1.2million TikTok followers the 25-year-old and his partner discussed Taylor’s impressive CV before having the ex-Toon defender pull up in a blacked out Mercedes van.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVahrahman said: “This coach, his mentality is on a different level, he’s been at the highest level of football – what else could you want?”While the announcement video finished with Taylor looking directly down the camera in an all-black suit and saying: “Guys, I’m excited to be a part of the tribe. Let’s take over.”Despite his 194 Premier League appearances as a player, Taylor also has valuable experience as a manager too.The 38-year-old has held the position of manager of fellow UAE side Gulf United since 2022 and guided the club to back-to-back promotions.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIn fact Taylor was in charge of the team when he offered Vahrahman his first ever professional football contract in September 2022.Regardless of the connections and the experience held by Taylor, fans were still shook by the announcement and took to social media to react.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersOne fan wrote: “Steven Taylor with the most hype head coach announcement video ever.”While another added: “You could have given me 1,000 guesses at who was in that car!”A third joked: “If other coaches are now not announced like this, I have zero interest.”And a fourth posted: “This could only be better if Andy Carroll was announced as his assistant.”Steven Taylor’s playing career
      2003: Wycombe Wanderers, LOAN (6 apps)
      2003 – 2016: Newcastle United (268 apps)
      2016 – 2017: Portland Timbers (12 apps)
      2017: Ipswich Town (3 apps)
      2017 – 2018: Peterborough United (51 apps)
      2018 – 2021: Wellington Phoenix (62 apps)
      2020 – 2021: Odisha FC, LOAN (17 apps)

      The announcement video was shared on social mediaSteven Taylor spent the last few years of his career playing in New Zealand for Wellington PhoenixCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Usain Bolt spotted at Premier League training ground as best friend’s son plays in academy clash

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      USAIN BOLT made a surprise visit to Burnley’s training ground on Wednesday afternoon.The eight-time Olympic gold medallist, 37, attended the Under-21s’ 4-3 win over Stockport because Che Gardner, the son of Bolt’s close pal Ricardo, turned out for the visitors.Usain Bolt made a surprise visit to Burnley’s training ground on Wednesday afternoonCredit: https://www.instagram.com/burnleyofficial/?hl=enThe Clarets posted a picture of Bolt smiling on social media in front of the slogan: “It’s a way of life.”Jamaican Bolt, the holder of world records in the men’s 100m and 200m, retired from athletics in 2017.The avid Manchester United fan had trials himself with Borussia Dortmund and Central Coast Mariners and is good friends with ex-footballer Ricardo who made over 400 appearances for Bolton and spent 11 years in the Prem.Bolt and Gardner Snr have become pals over the years and the sprinter tries to watch Che in action wherever possible.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe attended an Under-15 game between Blackburn – where Che was on trial – and Burnley in March 2023.Gardner’s son Che is a first-team scholar for Stockport County and made a brief late cameo in the game on Wednesday.Only this month, a Jamaican wonderkid broke Bolt’s Under-17 400metre record.Eight-time Olympian champion Bolt set the record 22 years ago – long before he became a sprinting sensation.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe legend set a time of 47.33 seconds which has now been beaten by his compatriot, Nickecoy Bramwell.The 16-year-old was competing at the 51st Carifta Games at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in Grenada.Usain Bolt’s world record shattered by 16-year-old in incredible footage after it had stood for 22 yearsAnd despite being plagued by a number of injury niggles, he broke Bolt’s record by running 47.26 seconds. More

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      ‘Nothing is authentic about this club’ – Arsenal fans brutally trolled for bizarre ‘Ford Fiesta’ chant in Munich

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      ARSENAL fans were branded inauthentic after a chant went viral on social media this week.Prior to the Gunners’ Champions League clash with Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena, fans gathered at a pub in Germany.Arsenal suffered a 3-2 defeat to Bayern Munich on aggregateCredit: GettyArsenal fans were filmed at a pub in Munich before the matchCredit: X/ Jackyb_16They were filmed singing a new chant ahead of the quarter-final second-leg which went: “Josh Kroenke went to Spain in a Ford Fiesta, he brought us back a manager, Super Mik Arteta.”However, Manchester City fans accused them of stealing the tune.City’s version, used when Manuel Pellegrini was in charge, went: “Sheikh Mansour went to Spain in a Lamborghini, came back with a manager, Manuel Pellegrini.”One person took to X to write: “Nothing is authentic about this club.”Read More on ArsenalAnother commented: “You want to be City so so bad 😭.”A third said: “Cringing, try and be a bit more original or at least do a good version of it.”While a City fan wrote: “They want to be us so bad. It’s actually painful.”Both Arsenal and Man City crashed out of the Champions League on Wednesday.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThomas Tuchel’s genius tactical tweak against ArsenalFANS hailed Thomas Tuchel’s tactical tweak that “took Bukayo Saka out of the game” in their Champions League victory against Arsenal.
      With regular full-back Alphonso Davies suspended, Tuchel deployed TWO full backs in his place in the shape of Noussair Mazraoui and Raphael Guerreiro.
      The duo doubled up on Saka, with Mazraoui at left-back and Guerreiro playing higher up, offering him protection from midfield.
      And the plan could not have worked out any better with Saka almost totally nullified.
      One fan noted: “Thomas Tuchel with a tactical masterclass today starting two full-backs on the left wing to keep Bukayo Saka locked down.
      “Through 75 minutes, Saka has 0 shots and 0 chances created. Just 19 accurate passes & 32 total touches…”
      Tuchel himself explained: “You have to defend a lot on that side. Arsenal’s right side is where most attacks usually start. That’s their danger side. That’s why we chose Rafa (Guerreiro).”
      Read more on Tuchel’s genius here.

      The Gunners suffered a 3-2 defeat to Bayern Munich on aggregate after losing 1-0 at the Allianz Arena.Meanwhile, City suffered a 4-3 loss on penalties in a dramatic second-leg clash with Real Madrid.Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal being dumped out of Champions League by Bayern Munich More

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      Micah Richards told to ‘consider other career paths’ after dreadful Champions League prediction re-emerges

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      MICAH RICHARDS was put on full blast on social media after getting all of his Champions League predictions wrong.A video has reemerged of ex-Manchester City ace Richards, 35, guessing the winner of each quarter-final pair during a recent appearance on CBS Sports Golazo.Micah Richards got all of his Champions League predictions wrongCredit: X @cbssportsgolazoNot one of Richards’ picks made it to the Champions League semi-finalsCredit: GettyThe pundit revealed his picks to presenter Kate Abdo and fellow Premier League heroes Jamie Carragher as well as Thierry Henry but not one of them ended up being right.The former England international predicted his former club City would offload Real Madrid, Arsenal would eliminate Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid would prevail over Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona would best Paris Saint-Germain.Richards said: “Arsenal-Bayern: The Arsenal.”Okay, Real Madrid-Manchester City: Just Man City.Read More on Football”We’ll go over this way [with] a little pirouette there Jamie. Atletico-Dortmund: Atletico.”PSG-Barca: Sorry Kylian [Mbappe], I’m going with Barca.”However, both Premier League giants were ultimately eliminated by Bayern and Real, while Dortmund and PSG overcame Atletico and Barcelona respectively.Fans stormed social media and held nothing back on their assessment of Richards’ predictions.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKEROne fan tweeted: “Not a single one right.”Another commented: “An absolute stinker. He should consider other career paths.”Jamie Carragher reveals Micah Richards ‘nearly QUIT’ CBS Sports after Champions League final snubA third said: “Wanna make a fortune? Listen to Micah and bet on the opposite of what he says.”This fan wrote: “All wrong.”And that one stated: “Bro hit a quadruple of misses.”Thomas Tuchel’s genius tactical tweak against ArsenalFANS hailed Thomas Tuchel’s tactical tweak that “took Bukayo Saka out of the game” in their Champions League victory against Arsenal.
      With regular full-back Alphonso Davies suspended, Tuchel deployed TWO full backs in his place in the shape of Noussair Mazraoui and Raphael Guerreiro.
      The duo doubled up on Saka, with Mazraoui at left-back and Guerreiro playing higher up, offering him protection from midfield.
      And the plan could not have worked out any better with Saka almost totally nullified.
      One fan noted: “Thomas Tuchel with a tactical masterclass today starting two full-backs on the left wing to keep Bukayo Saka locked down.
      “Through 75 minutes, Saka has 0 shots and 0 chances created. Just 19 accurate passes & 32 total touches…”
      Tuchel himself explained: “You have to defend a lot on that side. Arsenal’s right side is where most attacks usually start. That’s their danger side. That’s why we chose Rafa (Guerreiro).”
      Read more on Tuchel’s genius here. More

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      Awkward moment iShowSpeed confronted by Man City fans and forced to shut down stream during Real Madrid clash

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      ISHOWSPEED was caught in an awkward moment as Manchester City fans confronted him.The YouTube star was at the Etihad Stadium for the Champions League quarter-final clash against Real Madrid.IShowSpeed celebrated Rodrygo’s goal against Manchester CityCredit: xHe was told to sit down by home fansCredit: xHe was then told to turn off his livestreamCredit: xThere was plenty of tension ahead of the match following the 3-3 draw between the teams in the first leg last week.The visitors stole the initiative in the first half as Rodrygo drew first blood on the night.However, after the Brazilian’s goal, there was a problem in his stand with IShowSpeed.Despite being sat amongst the home fans, the social media star, real name Darren Watkins Jr, was filmed cheering on the goal and shouting: “Lets go, lets go!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was then told to sit down by a fan which left him confused.Speed replied: “Sit down? But they scored, they telling me to sit down when they scored.”A fan then told him not to cheer for Madrid and to cheer for Man City instead.He then shouted: “Come on City, come on City.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSeconds later, IShowSpeed was told that he could not livestream during the match.A steward could be heard telling him that he is not allowed to live stream, much to the confusion of the American.Chelsea legend Didier Drogba asked awkward question by IShowSpeed after charity match and fans LOVE his response He explained: “I am ending it right now. Alright chat I can’t be live, I can’t show my face.”I have to end the stream because I can’t be live; I don’t want to end the stream; what can I do?”Fans reacted to the moment on social media.One posted: “Imaging paying hundreds for a ticket and you end up sitting next to him…”A second wrote: “Bro is a menace.”A third commented: “Speedy looking for trouble.”A fourth said: “Bro need to be chained up.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother added: “He setting himself up for being in the opposition stand.”IShowSpeed has become a massive football fan in recent years and even played in a charity match alongside the likes of Kaka and Didier Drogba in February. More

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      Angry Rantman dead at 27: YouTuber and viral Chelsea fan – real name Abhradeep Saha – dies as tributes pour in

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      FOOTBALL YouTuber Abhradeep Saha, also known as Angry Rantman, has tragically passed away at the age of 27.A statement from his family read: “With profound grief and sorrow, we hereby declare the sad and untimely demise of Abhradeep Saha AKA #AngryRantman today at 10:18 hrs IST.Abhradeep Saha aka Angry Rantman has passed awayCredit: X”He touched the lives of millions with his Honesty, humour and unwavering spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”As we mourn his loss, let us remember the joy he brought to our lives and hold on to the cherished memories we share together. Inspiring change one rant at a time.”The avid Chelsea fan was in a “critical situation” before his death, his family confirmed.Saha burst onto the scene when he formed his YouTube channel six years ago.READ MORE ON CHELSEASome of his viral videos criticising Chelsea made him a popular figure among the football fan community on social media.Tributes flooded in for the YouTube superstar following the announcement of his death.One person took to X to write: “RIP Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman.”His rants were iconic to us all, but I think fewer people know just how kind and generous he was beyond his content.Most read in FootballAngry Rantman’s most viewed sporting rantsAbhradeep Saha, best known as Angry Rantman, had a whopping 482,000 subscribers on YouTube, where he shared his views on football and cinema. These were his most popular sporting rants…

      1. “Humiliating is not the word”Abhradeep clocked up an amazing 3 MILLION views after Chelsea lost 6-0 to Man City five years ago.He raged: “What the hell is that!” and called Marcos Alonso a “shambolic defender”.
      2. “Worst start to the season”A 4-0 defeat to Man Utd four years ago saw him have a meltdown.He fumed: “This is the worst start to the season ever, ever, ever.”
      3. “Setién has Turned Barcelona into Real Betis”Abhradeep moved away from his favourite team Chelsea to give his views on Barcelona’s humiliating 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich three years ago. Half a million tuned in.He said: “That wasn’t a football match, that was a slaughtering house.”

      “Proper Chelsea fan, and a genuinely phenomenal and brilliant human being 💙.”Another added: “RIP brother, lovely human being and he will be missed 💔.”A third wrote: “I’m absolutely gutted. He was one of the kindest, nicest and best people I have spoken to.”YouTuber True Geordie commented: “RIP to the funny football YouTuber Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman. This guy had some hilarious epic clips and will be missed by our community.”Another said: “Such sad news 💔.”While one fan wrote: “RIP Abhradeep or commonly known as Angry Rantman 💔 One of the original voices in our community that never failed to make us smile.” More

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      Devin Haney shoves Ryan Garcia as security forced to intervene in heated face-off on top of Empire State Building

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      RYAN GARCIA was shoved by Devin Haney as they faced off on top of the Empire State Building.The two rivals had a screaming match on the iconic New York skyscraper’s observation deck.Devin Haney shoved Ryan Garcia on top of the Empire State BuildingCredit: Twitter @RealdevinhaneyThe pair were separated by securityCredit: Twitter @RealdevinhaneyGarcia, 25, was shirtless and wearing a backpack while he argued with Haney.He could be heard yelling insults at Haney, such as “punk-ass b***h”.Haney, 25, then responded by shoving Garcia with both hands.The pair were then kept apart from each other by security while the gathered people continued to film.After the shove, Garcia could be heard laughing at Haney.Clips of the moment have gone viral on social media with fans full of reactions.One posted: “Sent lil dude Ryan flying.”A second wrote: “Devin Haney made Ryan Garcia disappear.”Most read in BoxingA third commented: “Devin is losing his cool. He might be worried.”A fourth said: “Ryan went flying the Camera couldn’t keep up.”Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia agree deal for mega-fight in SEVENTH bout between rivals as date and location is revealedAnother added: “Without question has the potential to be one of the most iconic fight weeks in my time watching the sport. I’m so excited for this fight.”Haney also reacted to the moment as he shared a clip of the video.He captioned the post: “Not a conspiracy… Ryan is a hoe! 4 days.”Garcia responded as he wrote: “I told you I ate that SCRUMPTIOUS I WANT MORE.”Haney’s dad Bill also spoke after the incident as he insisted that his son is going to win the fight.He said: “If he dies, he dies, just like Drago said. This ain’t no game, I’m sending my son to go kill him.”The pair are set to face on Saturday in their first professional and super-lightweight title fight against eachother.READ MORE SUN STORIESAs amateurs, they fought six times, earning three wins each.The fight will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. More

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      Watch Ryan Garcia propose to adult film star Savannah Bond as boxer gets engaged just days before Devin Haney fight

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      RYAN GARCIA has announced he has gotten engaged to adult film star Savannah Bond. The news comes just days before Garcia’s super-lightweight title clash with Devin Haney.Ryan Garcia has announced his engaged to Savannah BondCredit: GettyHe shared a video of the proposal to social mediaCredit: @RyanGarcia/TwitterSavannah is an adult film star from AustraliaShe has starred in more than 100 adult filmsGarcia, 25, took to social media to share a video of him proposing to Savannah.In the video, posted with a black and white filter over it, Garcia can be seen down on one knee asking for the 33-year-old Australian’s hand in marriage, with the video ending with the couple kissing.Taking to social media, a jubilant Garcia wrote: “SHE SAID YESS!!!!!! 💍💍💍. I’M SO HAPPY AND MOTIVATED GOING INTO MY FIGHT NOW.”LETS GOOOOOOO. LETS GO FOREEAL. SHES MY WIFE OR FUTURE WIFEY BUT STILL VERY VERY HAPPY.READ MORE IN BOXING”EVERYONE HAVE A GREAT DAY. SAV G 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙.”Savannah, who has starred in more than 100 adult films, has shared posts alongside Garcia on the her Instagram page.Garcia is father to three children, two daughters and a son.He drew criticism when he announced his divorce to ex-wife Andrea Celina just hours after the birth of their son in January of this year.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAndrea is also the mother to one of the American’s daughters.Earlier this year Garcia had been dating Aussie OnlyFans model Mikaela Testa but has since deleted all his Instagram posts relating to her. Conor McGregor pays incredible gesture to Ryan Garcia following his stunning defeat to Gervonta DavisGarcia has also hit headlines recently for his alarming social media activity.Last month he shared an alarming video on his pages which suggesting he died after having his “throat slit”.While he shared a follow-up video saying he was okay, along with ex-wife Andrea sharing a worried post online, there was more trouble as he started sharing conspiracy theories online.He shared a theory about the Bohemian Grove, a private community north of San Francisco and west of Santa Rosa and reposted a video claiming he was held captive there.His activity online has also seen him appear to claim there will be an earthquake on June 6th.Garcia has also made calls to “free” controversial influencer Andrew Tate after he was arrested and released in Romania with a sexual assault warrant in the UK.In terms of his upcoming bout, Garcia and Haney have already clashed six times as amateur fighters with their outcomes ending 3-3.This will be their first as pro’s but their seventh overall, with Haney’s WBC super-lightweight on the line.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe fight will take place on April 20 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, though ring-walks are not expected until early hours of the morning, approximately 5am, on Sunday, April 21.Garcia holds a 24-1 record going into the match.The announcement comes just days before his fight with Devin HaneyCredit: The US SunGarcia sparked controversy when he split with ex-wife Andrea Celina hours after the birth of their second childCredit: Instagram @dreacelinaGarcia was dating Mikaela Testa earlier this yearCredit: Social Media More