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      Arsenal hunting down sick racist who posted vile tweet about England ace Bukayo Saka

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      ARSENAL have stepped up their efforts in the hunt for a racist who abused forward Bukayo Saka on social media.The Premier League side contacted X/Twitter bosses at the weekend to demand the post be removed.Arsenal have stepped up their efforts in the hunt for the racist who abused Bukayo Saka onlineCredit: AlamySaka also received racist abuse after missing a penalty in the Euro 2020 finalCredit: AlamyAnd they are now working with data science company Signify to unmask the troll.The firm uses AI tech to identify abusive social media users.Last year, 18 Arsenal members were banned as a result of its probes.Yesterday, London’s Met Police also confirmed officers are investigating the offensive post, but said no arrests had yet been made.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSaka, 22 — who played in yesterday’s 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa — was subjected to a vile slur by the yob who said he “needs to be humbled before he ruins this sport any further”.It came after Arsenal’s 2-2 Champions League draw with Bayern Munich last Tuesday in which Saka went down late on and appealed for a penalty.Some fans believe he tried to con the referee by throwing himself into Bayern’s goalie.His abuser’s account has now been made private, so it is not known if the offensive post has been deleted or not.Most read in FootballHowever, The Sun on Sunday revealed Elon Musk’s platform had refused to remove it after it was reported — insisting it “did not violate safety policies”.A source at Arsenal said: “Player welfare is our first priority and our full focus is on supporting Bukayo. We have began our own investigation to attempt to identify the abuser and have contacted X.Raging Bukayo Saka pushed away from referee after Arsenal are denied last-minute penalty against Bayern Munich “We’ll always take strong action to stamp out this abhorrent behaviour.”Arsenal began working with Signify after Saka and England teammates Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho were racially abused for missing penalties in the Euro 2020 final shootout defeat to Italy.The Sun approached X for comment.X refused to remove the racist postCredit: Rex More

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      ‘Scared of upsetting bigger earners’ – Man Utd’s Garnacho likes brutal anti-Ten Hag post after being subbed at half time

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      ALEJANDRO GARNACHO has liked social media posts blasting Erik ten Hag for subbing him at half-time.Manchester United boss Ten Hag was accused of running “scared” of “bigger earners” and throwing Garnacho “under a bus” after a 2-2 draw at Bournemouth.Alejandro Garnacho was hauled off early at BournemouthCredit: RexGarnacho appeared to approve of this hard-hitting postFans then spotted the Argentina star, 19, reacted to that social media outburst from well-known Red Devils’ YouTuber Mark Goldbridge.One responded on X: “Lol Garnacho liked this. Damn Man Utd is getting cooked.”Ten Hag told Sky Sports after earning a fortunate point: “This is not enough… The truth is we did not deserve more.”The first goal we were actually well set up but we lose the ball in a bad area and it was a goal.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS”There were two or three more occasions where we should have dealt better with the ball.”Then down the right side they were finding ways to hurt us and there were jobs to be done but it was not always done. “Then you get problems. Go with your opponent, that is your job. One part is collaboration and the other is discipline.”Goldbridge posted: “Ten Hag subtly blaming Garnacho in the post match press conference…not a good look throwing a 19 year old under the bus who has actually delivered for you this season. But then again he’s clearly scared of upsetting the bigger earners.”Most read in FootballA fellow Old Trafford supporter replied: “Always scared to blame Rashford.”Another wrote: “He targets whoever puts their heads down. He can’t even substitute those 375k players who drops stinkers after stinkers.”Man Utd fans demand Wayne Rooney’s ‘English Messi’ son Kai, 14, given contract now after shock footage emergesBut some fans disagreed with Goldbridge’s claim that the Red Devils’ Dutch manager is too soft on a crop of under-achieving high-earners.One said: “Are you kidding me? Ten Hag has shown the most faith in Mainoo and Garnacho.”On this occasion, however, full-back Diogo Dalot replaced Garnacho for the second period, with United 2-1 down.And Mason Mount came on for 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo on 78 minutes at 2-2.One fan said: “Let’s be honest, Garnacho had a poor 1st half. I was expecting EtH to remove Rashford and move Garna to the left at half-time… but he chose to remove Garna.”And another defended Ten Hag’s actions over his whizkid, saying: “He wasn’t blaming him, he just explained what happened in the first half with him.”Boss Erik ten Hag divided opinion with his verdict on United’s drawCredit: RexWilly Kambwala wants to become rock at the back for Man Utd… but Erik ten Hag probably won’t be around to see itBy Ken Lawrence

      ERIK TEN HAG insists he is still the right man to take Manchester United forward.
      The Dutchman believes he can recapture their former glories, despite escaping for the second time in a row what could have been humiliation by Liverpool at the weekend.
      And teen Willy Kambwala revealed his “passion” is to become a rock at the heart of United’s defence after making just his second start of the season against their bitter rivals.
      United trailed 1-0 at half-time on Sunday but fought back to take a 2-1 lead before Mo Salah’s 84th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot.
      Ten Hag was pleased with the second-half performance, declaring it “another signal and message for the future,” before adding, “the team and squad have high potential.”
      Yet the Old Trafford chief sounds more and more like he has his finger stuck in a leaky dyke and does not think it is going to hold.
      Comeback or not, United still threw away a lead for the third time in eight days following their 4-3 defeat to Chelsea and 1-1 draw with Brentford — both deep into injury time.
      And his body language suggests he expects to be crossing it to go back to Holland with his P45 this summer
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      Fury as racist post about England football ace Bukayo Saka STAYS on Twitter because it ‘doesn’t break safety policies’

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      CAMPAIGNERS blasted X/Twitter today for failing to remove a fresh racist post targeting England and Arsenal ace Bukayo Saka.It included a vile photoshopped image and called him an “ape” — yet Elon Musk’s social media firm insisted it “did not violate safety policies”.Twitter/X failed to remove a racist post targeting England footballer Bukayo SakaCredit: The FA / GettyEquality think-tank British future slammed Twitter/X boss Elon Musk for a ‘systemic failure’ to tackle the most obvious and appalling racismCredit: ReutersThe disgusting tweet follows race-hate messages after the Euros final in 2021 in which Saka, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho missed in a penalty shoot-out defeat to Italy.Furious Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate branded those offensive rants “unforgivable” and X/Twitter promised a crackdown.The latest taunt — sparking fears of more to come in this summer’s tournament — followed Arsenal’s Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Tuesday.Saka, 22, believed he should have had a last-minute penalty but some posters accused him of trying to con the ref. READ MORE ON BUKAYO SAKAThe troll wrote that he “needs to be humbled before he ruins this sport any further” and posted the image.User Andrew Howard reported the post immediately. He wrote in an update: “Three days later, X says, ‘Nah, doesn’t violate our safety policies’, so it’s still up.“I guess that means it will be open season again this summer on England’s players. Pathetic.”Sunder Katwala, director of equality think-tank British Future, said: “There’s been a systematic failure by X/Twitter under Elon Musk to tackle even the most obvious and appalling racism, like this tweet.Most read in Football“It breaks all the promises they made after the Euros. And, if they don’t get their house in order, this year’s tournament will be blighted again. They need to sort it out.”Tory MP Tracey Crouch, vice-chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Football Supporters, said: “This post is disgusting and simply unacceptable.Arsenal fans fall in love with Bukayo Saka after response to young kid asking him to join struggling League One club “X should take it down immediately and put measures in place to stop another torrent of racist abuse towards football players.”Earlier tonight, the FA also called on X/Twitter to remove the post.A spokesman told The Sun on Sunday: “Incidents of racism and discrimination have no place in football or wider society, and we are very concerned about the rise in online abuse in recent years.“We worked closely with the Government to ensure the newly introduced Online Safety Act effectively tackles offensive and discriminatory abuse online, and better protects social media users.“We continue to urge the Government to ensure the independent regulator, Ofcom, has sufficient powers to hold social media companies to account.“We also implore social media companies to introduce better tools so users are free from damaging discrimination.”According to the rules and policies section of X/Twitter’s website, “hateful conduct” is a violation of its safety guidelines.It defines this as attacking people “on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, caste, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religious affiliation, age, disability, or serious disease”.The penalty for violations depends on the severity and the individual’s previous record. It can include suspending the account that posted it.However, in a direct reply to Mr Howard’s complaint, it said: “After reviewing the available information, we want to let you know it hasn’t broken our safety policies. “If this account breaks our policies in future, we’ll notify you.”Researchers found the use of offensive slurs increased after Musk took over the site in October 2022. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the billionaire claims “hate speech impressions” have fallen.X/Twitter was approached for comment earlier today. More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard shares picture from hospital bed as South Korea transfer turns into a nightmare

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      JESSE LINGARD shared a picture from a hospital bed as the former Manchester United midfielder’s plight in South Korea got worse.FC Seoul’s ex-England star raised two fingers in a peace sign, despite facing a month out following knee surgery. Jesse Lingard insists he is remaining positiveLingard arrived in South Korea to a huge reception but has struggledCredit: AFPLingard, 31, has struggled since arriving in Asia to huge fanfare in February.His first three appearances drew criticism before he missed the last three with injury.But his message to fans from hospital suggests Lingard is hungry to revive his career.The former Nottingham Forest man posted photos along with the words: “Back stronger” … “positive vibes” … and “‘successful surgery”.READ MORE TOP STORIESSeoul manager Kim Gi-dong expects Lingard’s operation on his meniscus to keep him out until mid-May.Amazingly, however, Kim has at times been one of the ex-West Ham loanee’s strongest critics.After a 2-0 win over Jeju, he said of Lingard: “Even though he came on as a substitute, he didn’t work hard and avoided tussle.”The name value has no meaning on the pitch. I will tell him this exactly.”Most read in FootballLingard later posted on social media that “this s*** gets overwhelming but I just keep pushing”.It all makes it seem a long two months since his home debut sparked a L-League record attendance of 51,670 for a derby clash against Incheon United.  Man Utd fans demand Wayne Rooney’s ‘English Messi’ son Kai, 14, given contract now after shock footage emergesReplica Lingard No10 shirts sold well amid that initial craze.But fans and pundits have been less happy in recent weeks, while he has also lost thousands of followers online. More

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      Dan Burn sends incredible message to deaf fans DURING goal celebration as Newcastle ace labelled ‘more than a player’

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      DAN BURN was called “more than a player” for keeping a promise to deaf fans by celebrating a Newcastle goal with a British Sign Language message.The Magpies responded to bringing in revolutionary hi-tech shirts for deaf supporters with Saturday’s 4-0 Premier League home thumping of Spurs.This is lovely ❤️Dan Burn aims a BSL celebration towards the deaf fans wearing special sensory shirts for today’s game! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/NkDAej474r— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) April 13, 2024

      Dan Burn delighted fans in the ground and viewers at home with this British Sign Language messageCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskNewcastle skipper Burn kept a promise to a young fanCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskAnd Toon skipper Burn thrilled supporters with what viewers called a “lovely gesture” and the “moment of the match”.He broke off from his fellow players to turn to the stands, cross his arms and complete a BSL message of “Love the fans.” Burn and full-back Kieran Trippier had met a group of deaf supporters at St James’ Park before the match – learning some BSL and pledging to make a sign during the game.TNT Sports’ cameras captured one young girl in the crowd open-mouthed and smiling with joy at the central defender’s action.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe then repeated the crossed-arms sign to another kid.Fans posted their appreciation at Burn’s gesture.He was labelled “Captain fantastic” and “Dan Burn Hero” while a third viewer simply posted: “Wow amazing.”Other verdicts on social media included: “One of the best things you’ll see all day.”Most read in FootballOne excited fan seemed especially thrilled as she copied Burn’s celebrationIt follows Newcastle’s front-of-shirt sponsor Sela bringing in special tops for deaf supporters to wear.The “haptic” shirts react to movement that is generated electronically or mechanically – promising “real-time touch sensation”. And when Burn’s gesture lit up faces and TV screens, one observer wrote: “Mega gesture, mega camerawork.””Wow, this is indeed lovely,” said another.And Jamie Clarke, who is a model as well as a footballer, posted: “As England deaf football team captain, we LOVE this!!” More

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      Rio Ferdinand forced to apologise to viewers after making X-rated slip up during live broadcast on TNT Sports

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      RIO FERDINAND was forced to apologise to viewers on live TV after an X-rated comment.Manchester United legend Ferdinand was appearing alongside Peter Crouch as presenter Jules Breach gave them a quiz in the build up of the Newcastle-Tottenham game.Rio Ferdinand and Peter Crouch were playing Guess Who with Jules BreachCredit: TNT SportsAfter Crouch got the answer right, Ferdinand accidentally swore on TVCredit: TNT SportsThe slip up left Crouch in stitches as Breach issued an apology to viewersCredit: TNT SportsFerdinand doubled down on his apology by raising his hand to the cameraCredit: TNT SportsBreach was giving out clues for a game of Guess Who as the trio sat on the bench at St James’ Park.The first clue was the player helped Leeds to win the FA Youth Cup in 1997. The second was that they had over 300 club appearances for six different teams including one in Spain.The third clue was had signed for Newcastle in January 2003 and scored the winning goal for Tottenham in the 2008 League Cup final.Ferdinand, 45, incorrectly guessed Gary Speed, before Crouch, 43, chimed in with a correct answer of Jonathan Woodgate.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs the correct answer was revealed, Ferdinand – clearly quite frustrated at himself for not getting the answer – said: “Ah s***,” before quickly putting his hand over his mouth with a cheeky grin.He and Breach then promptly apologised for the swearing, though Crouch was seen looking away as he giggled to himself.Ferdinand then put his hand up to the camera to double down on his apology.Crouch also joking: “It’s a bit early for that,” with Ferdinand adding: “Too competitive.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans were in uproar at the comment on social media.One fan said: “Rio just swore on TNT Sports 🤣.”‘We were a disgrace’, says ex-Man Utd star Rio Ferdinand as he reveals massive change he’d bring to football A second said: “Rio Ferdinand 😂.”A third said: “Lol Rio on TNT Sport dropping the ‘ Ah s***’.”Another tongue-in cheek fan said: “Disgusting from Rio Ferdinand@tntsports horrific language at this time SACK HIM!!!”You can follow all the action from the Newcastle vs Spurs game with SunSport’s live blog here. More

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      Man Utd fans demand Wayne Rooney’s ‘English Messi’ son Kai, 14, given contract now after shock footage emerges

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have demanded that Wayne Rooney’s son is given a contract at the club.The calls have come after footage emerged of Kai, 14, online showing off his skills.Kai Rooney showed off his skills in a video onlineCredit: Twitter @UtdFaithfulsMan United fans have urged the club to give him a contractCredit: Twitter @UtdFaithfulsKai is currently playing in the Red Devils youth academy and has shown promise in his matches.The footage that has gone viral on social media shows the young forward practising his first touch and finishing.Kai is able to put together a run of tidy finishes, although the challenge is made easier with the absence of a goalkeeper.Despite there being no stopper, fans were impressed enough to demand the club offer Kai a professional deal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan posted: “Left-footed Rooney means English Messi or another Foden regen.”A second wrote: “We’re getting a left-footed Rooney 2.0? I’m up for it.”A third commented: “Give him a contract already at United.”A fourth said: “Kai Rooney and Amir Ibragimov aka Wayne Rooney and Carlos Tevez.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA fifth exclaimed: “I genuinely cannot put into words how excited I am for this kid to come through.”Another added: “This guy will be a better version of Haaland. Wait and watch.”Footballers you didn’t know were related from Premier League icons to Lionel MessiIn January, Kai made his return from injury and was involved in a massive 6-0 win over Leeds.He scored two goals and assisted twice, as he told followers on social media.Last year, he netted in a cup final win over rivals Manchester City.And fans even likened his chest control technique to that of his legendary father, who is Man Utd’s all-time leading goalscorer, the following month.Kai is the eldest of Rooney’s four sons, with Klay, Kit and Cass his younger brothers.He was signed to model for Puma back in 2022, despite his old man having always been a Nike athlete.Kai wears Puma boots on the pitch, while he featured in their back-to-school campaign last summer.Kai Rooney joined United’s academy in 2020 More

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      I almost had my leg snapped in two playing football – but referee brushed it off and gave a DROP BALL

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      A FOOTBALLER has blasted referees after claiming he was lucky not to break his leg when suffering a shocking injury and seeing only a DROP BALL given.Tom Beere demanded a “serious discussion” on match officials as Cray Wanderers posted a photo of their sub’s gruesome gashes after he hobbled off following a fierce challenge at seventh-tier rivals Hornchurch.Leg-injury victim Tom Beere was angry at the ref’s responseSome fans who saw a clip of a home player catching the midfielder reckoned it was a freak follow-through collision rather than a foul.But Beere hit out on X: “We need a serious discussion about referees… if my leg was planted it would’ve been in 2 pieces but let’s all stick up for refs they got such a hard job.”He was responding to a post from his own club Cray, who shared a photo of the injuries and added: “Ref said ‘He caught him on the ankle’ and then gave a drop ball.”Some viewers reckon Beere’s cuts against the newly-crowned Isthmian League Premier Division champions would have been less severe had he worn traditional big shinpads.READ MORE TOP STORIESBut the ex-AFC Wimbledon youngster rejected that argument, saying the “only pad that’s stopping that is a cricket pad”.However, one football supporter posted a video – reportedly of the incident – that divided opinion amongst viewers.He wrote on X: “Seen some bad tackles and bad refereeing on here lately but this isn’t either of those surely … “Another fan responded: “That’s a great challenge and notice how nobody complains about it.”Most read in FootballA third observer argued: “Looks ok, wouldn’t say it was a great tackle though.”And a fourth commented: “Normal Jack Grealish leg after every match.”Spine-chilling footage shows ‘GHOST’ running through stands at football match as fans fear curse on their clubBeere then took on fans online who backed ref Elliott Mayer’s decision over the challenge.And asked if he would be a match official himself, the 29-year-old replied: “Wouldn’t want to be because I can play football.”Beere later clarified he was more annoyed by “the referee reaction after and being arrogant and in denial to me and coaching stuff”.One fan fired back at him: “Referees make mistakes and miss things or don’t act accordingly to a situation , possibly like you as a player ? Do you win every header ? Every tackle ? Take every chance in front of goal?”But he insisted: “We as players acknowledge our mistakes the refs don’t, their arrogance is crazy.”Ironically, Hornchurch’s 2-0 win had begun on a far more harmonious note – as Cray gave them a guard of honour for having already clinched the title.Some fans incredibly told Beere to wear ‘bigger shinpads’ More