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      F1 carnage as qualifying hit by FIVE red flags and Verstappen and Hamilton make history with awful displays in Brazil

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      FIVE red flags sparked utter carnage during qualifying for the Brazilian Grand Prix.And Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen created unwanted history in the dramatic session in Sao Paulo that lasted nearly TWO HOURS. Alex Albon wrecked his car to prompt a record fifth red flag in qualifyingCredit: Sky SportsFive drivers ended up in the barriers during the heavy rainCredit: Sky SportsThe stewards and marshals were hard at work to get the qualifying session completedCredit: Sky SportsA frustrated Max Verstappen had to settle for 12th as he was dumped outCredit: GettyHeavy rain in Brazil had seen qualifying postponed to Sunday morning and then Franco Colapinto, Carlos Sainz, Lance Stroll, Fernando Alonso and Alex Albon all crashed out in the wet.And that triggered no fewer than five red flags in the heavily-disrupted qualifying as Lando Norris kept his composure and tyres on the track to claim an unusual pole. But it was bad news for Hamilton and Verstappen.The Brit came P16 in a Q1 that included Colapinto’s exit and was booted out before Verstappen had a flying lap curtailed in Q2 to be dumped out in 12th when Stroll slid off. READ MORE ON F1To make matters worse for Verstappen, he will serve a five-place grid penalty to begin in 17th in the Grand Prix. The reigning F1 world champion and 2024 leader thumped his wheel in anger as his title hopes took a potential dent.Verstappen and Red Bull were particularly aggrieved because the red flags were not waved immediately – and by the time they changed from yellow to red, he did not have time to complete another flying lap. He raged: “A car hits the wall and it needs to be straight red [flag]. Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I do not understand why it needs to take 30 or 40 seconds for a red flag to come out, it is just bulls***. “Honestly, I will let it go. It is so stupid anyway to talk about, it is ridiculous.”Lando Norris tells reporter ‘I hate this question so much’ and shakes head as battle with Verstappen takes fresh twistAnd that meant neither Hamilton and Verstappen made it to Q3 in a qualifying they have both taken part in for the first time ever. Stroll, however, did book his place in Q3 thanks to his best time before his crash. However, he could not take part – and Alonso then sparked a fourth red flag early in Q3, leaving just eight drivers remaining. But then Albon – sitting in provisional second – did not make it around the first turn upon the restart before a thunderous smash into the barriers to stop the session once again with three minutes 31 seconds remaining. 🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁Thankfully Albon immediately told his team he was okay after the heavy collision which mangled his motor and left his Williams team with a huge repair job if they are going to get the car ready for the race later on. The fifth red flag equalled the qualifying record from the chaotic scenes at Imola in 2022. And at the end of the hectic qualifying which ended with just seven drivers, Norris navigated the Interlagos circuit successfully and ensured he will start today’s Grand Prix at the front of the pack. That could have huge ramifications on the 2024 drivers’ title race with Norris desperate to catch Verstappen. The McLaren man – who won Saturday’s sprint race – knows victory in Brazil would close the 47-point gap currently between him and the man going for a fourth drivers’ title in a row. READ MORE SUN STORIESGeorge Russell took P2 as the track eventually started to dry out by the end while Yuk Tsunoda claimed third.But Norris’ team-mate Oscar Piastri locked up on his final flying lap and had to settle for eighth. Lewis Hamilton failed to make it through Q1Credit: GettyCarlos Sainz was unable to cope with the wet conditionsCredit: GettyFranco Colapinto was the first of the drivers to crashCredit: EPAThe delay to the red flag after Lance Stroll crashed angered VerstappenCredit: Sky SportsThe JCBs were out in force on a chaotic Sunday morningCredit: AFPSainz had his Ferrari collected by the cherry pickerCredit: AFPLando Norris kept his composure in amongst the chaosCredit: GettyThe McLaren man beat George Russell and Yuki Tsunoda to poleCredit: Getty More

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      Nottingham Forest star ready to snub Leeds interest to seal permanent transfer to the MLS with LAFC

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      LEWIS O’BRIEN looks set to sign for LAFC on a permanent deal in the new year — despite a handful of English sides wanting him back home.The midfielder, 26, has a fixed price of ÂŁ7million agreed with current club Nottingham Forest when his loan spell in Los Angeles ends in January.Lewis O’Brien looks set to sign for LAFC on a permanent deal in the new yearCredit: GettyLAFC expect the move to go through although some Championship clubs are making background inquiries.Leeds and Hull have been checking on his availability but O’Brien is settled in the States and enjoying his time on and off the pitch.The midfielder has made nine appearances Stateside this year and impressed during his time away. O’Brien even revealed family and friends are getting up at all hours to watch his games. READ MORE FOOTBALLHe said: “Some of my friends and family are definitely waking up at 3-4 o’clock in the morning to watch the games, [which] is a tough thing to do when you’ve got to work a job the next day. “But there’s definitely people tuning in.”But O’Brien has also had to play on artificial turfs like in Vancouver – a stark difference to pitches in the UK.He said: “It takes the body quite a while to adjust to the turf, but that’s after the game, so during it’s not really that much of a problem. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”It probably took me an extra few days to recover from the game. “But if we can do the job when we get there, we won’t have to see the AstroTurf again.”Watch moment raging Lionel Messi ‘calls referee -mean-spirited son of a b****’ in furious rant after Inter Miami draw More

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      ‘He can do with Hojlund what he did with Gyokeres’ – Amorim backed for Man Utd success by boss who managed him as player

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      QUIQUE SANCHEZ FLORES has tipped Ruben Amorim to be a hit at Manchester United — because he knows what buttons to push with the modern-day footballer.The  Portuguese, 39, is tasked with reviving sacked manager Erik ten Hag’s squad when he leaves Sporting Lisbon to start work at Old Trafford a week tomorrow.Ruben Amorim left Sporting Lisbon for Man UtdCredit: PARasmus Hojlund’s future will be in doubtCredit: RexSpaniard Sanchez Flores managed Amorim when he played for Benfica in 2008-09.The ex-Watford chief said: “I remember him as a clever, elegant and committed footballer. He was always close to his team-mates.“The way his teams play reflects a high standard of discipline.“He has a similar work ethic to former United manager Jose Mourinho. Only time will tell if Ruben can reach his level.READ MORE MAN UTD“But, more importantly, he understands the mentality of the players in this new generation.”Asked whether Amorim can turn United’s hit-and-miss ÂŁ64million striker Rasmus Hojlund into a deadly finisher like Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres, with 59 goals in 65 outings for the club,  Sanchez Flores quoted Rudyard Kipling.He said: “With respect to Hojlund, the pack is the strength of the wolves. He is a good striker but he will only hit his high standards again if the team changes its level of performance.“And Ruben now has the chance to train very good players in Manchester. Yes, he can do with Hojlund what he did with Gyokeres.”Most read in FootballThree Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: ÂŁ84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: ÂŁ50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: ÂŁ40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIncredibly, Amorim kick-started his football career by playing in a trial at Portuguese club Belenenses with a BROKEN ARM!His childhood friend Bruno Simao told the BBC: “I said I’d speak with the coach to fix up a game.Watch as Sporting CP’s fans jeer at new Manchester United Manager RĂșben Amorim“Ruben replied, ‘I cannot play, I broke my arm’. I said, ‘Don’t worry, I’m sure the coach will see you’. “Ruben was centre-back and the coaches told the players, ‘Take care of him because of his arm’.“That was the start of his playing career.”Antonio Veloso, a professor at the University of Lisbon where Amorim studied a degree in high performance coaching, added: “Ruben had a tremendous tactical knowledge and understanding of what coaching was about.”Amorim could swoop for Viktor GyokeresCredit: Getty More

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      F1 Sao Paolo Grand Prix UK start time: Why has the race and qualifying been moved?

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      FORUMLA ONE is back later today with the Sao Paolo Grand Prix but under different circumstances than you might have expected.Both qualifying AND the race will take place within hours of each other at Interlagos later today.The safety car was out more than once during Saturday’s F1 Sprint qualifyingCredit: EPAThe wet conditions proved difficult for race teams to contend withCredit: APOn Saturday, McLaren’s Lando Norris won the Sprint race ahead of team-mate Oscar Piastri, who was told to let the Brit pass on team orders.Championship standings leader Max Verstappen originally finished third but was given a five-second penalty and dropped to fourth, with Norris now three points closer to the Dutchman.Why has the race and qualifying been moved?Qualifying was moved from Saturday at 6pm GMT to today at 10.30am GMT because of heavy rain.The race itself has been moved forward 90 minutes from 5pm GMT today to 3.30pm GMT because of more wet weather being forecast later on.The switch is unprecedented.The reason for the early qualifying start time (7.30am local) is because F1 rules mandate that there has to be at least four hours between qualifying and the start of the race.The FIA and Formula One released a joint statement on Saturday after numerous delays.“The decision was taken not to proceed with qualifying due to poor visibility, standing water on the track and fading light,” the statement read.Most read in Motorsport“Safety is always the paramount consideration in such circumstances and, while as much time as possible was given to allow conditions to improve, they sadly did not.”Lewis Hamilton insisted that he wanted to go out and race in the wet conditions but called for F1 to produce better wet tyres for the drivers.“I want to go out. If you give us better wet tyres we’d be able to go out in this,” he told F1 president Stefano Domenicali.Ferrari star Carlos Sainz described Saturday’s racing conditions as ‘impossible’.Verstappen still leads the standings this year but Lando Norris is now just 44 points behind him and will be desperate to reduce that deficit further today. More

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      Mary Phillip reflects on hall of fame tribute and Peckham Town’s battle for floodlights and promotion 

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      MARY PHILLIP is used to blazing a trail of football firsts having done so in the past with England.The former Lioness and Arsenal centre-back’s achievements led to her entry into the National Football Museum’s Hall of Fame.Mary Phillip hopes her football journey will inspire more girls to take up the sportCredit: National Football MuseumPhillips was capped 65 times during an England career that included her becoming the first Black player to skipper the Lionesses’ senior teamCredit: AlamyPhillips, who is the manager of non-league men’s side Peckham Town FC, hopes to see more women get into coachingCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskNow the first Black player to ever captain a senior Lionesses side wants to fulfil an ambition held by a London-based non-league men’s side. That is having floodlights installed on the Dulwich Common pitch used by Peckham Town FC, a team Phillip, 47, has managed since 2019.The challenge that has seen them miss out on promotion from the division they compete in within step seven of the National League system. It is one Phillip hopes the club can overcome by gaining permission from Southwark Council to have the lights installed. Read More Football StoriesPhillip said: “For the past eight years we’ve been denied going up because we don’t have the floodlights available within our area. “Putting floodlights up at the common would be fantastic for the club. “And not just the club but the community as a whole. “To have lights that would just shine on the football pitch we use and not affect the houses around us, would be key going forward. Most read in Football”If we can get permission to do that and finish within the top five of our league and apply for promotion, that would be amazing. “Hopefully, within the next five years we can get this in place and push ourselves up the league.”Four years ago, Peckham-born Phillip became the first female manager to steer a men’s side to cup success in England, taking Peckham Town to a London FA Senior Cup triumph.During her 19-year club career which started at Millwall Lionesses aged 12 before she joined Fulham as a pro in 2000, she won 19 major trophies and three Community Shields. When my granddaughter grows up she will see not just other women who made history in football but also that her grandmother has been a part of thatMary PhillipSome of Phillip’s biggest successes were with Arsenal, where she played from 2004-2008 making 135 appearances.The mum-of-four and grandmother helped them make history in 2007 when they became the first English side to win a Women’s Champions League trophy under Vic Akers. Phillip, who earned 65 England caps, adds: “As a young girl, I didn’t see that many women playing football. “When my granddaughter grows up she will see not just other women who made history in football but also that her grandmother has been a part of that. “She can imagine, ‘I can do this. It’s in my blood’. It’s important for people to see that and think they can do this.Phillip competed in England’s first Fifa Women’s World Cup 29 years ago And in 2007 she helped a side then managed by Hope Powell to reach the tournament’s last eight.It’s among the many successes that has seen her join Powell in being celebrated by the National Football Museum. She received: “I was looking (at the message) I received which mentioned the Hall of Fame, and then it dawned on me that it’s the National Football Museum’s Hall of Fame. “It’s amazing because so many players have been put in there. “To be a part of this with people like Hope is a great achievement and I’m proud.”Phillip’s induction took place four days after the Government’s relaunch of the Football Governance Bill.The amended Bill includes a push for clubs to provide better transparency around their efforts to meet equality, diversity and inclusion standards. Phillip hopes this is something that will lead to more women building careers in the game including coaching. She adds: “If it’s on equal terms, it’s then for someone to be open enough to say, ‘this woman has the exact same qualities and qualifications, I’m going to go for her and see how it works out’. “I’ve been given that opportunity at Peckham Town. Bryan Hall (the club’s founder) said he wanted a coach in. “He let me come in and do my (Uefa) A licence with the boys there.”He could see that it was working and the guys were relating pretty well to it.“To have someone willing to give me that opportunity was a key factor for me.”Back when Phillip was part of an England squad that competed in the Women’s World Cup in 1995, five of their players were of Black and mixed raced heritage. The former centre-back hopes to see more talents from minority ethnic backgrounds breaking into the Lionesses side with just two –  Lauren James and Jess Carter – playing at last summer’s World Cup. Phillip said: “When I was playing for England the team had broader diversity. Phillip hopes to see more talented Black players, like Tottenham’s Jess Naz, break into England’s senior sideCredit: PA”At the senior England level the manager is mostly going to look at players in the WSL and other top-flights. READ MORE SUN STORIES”So unless you get more homegrown players (from minority ethnic backgrounds) coming through in the WSL and other top leagues, you are not going to see that representation in the senior team. “But there has been a little shift in there and it’s slowly changing.” More

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      Non-league star fills in as BBC commentator after he’s left out of FA Cup squad
 and it goes exactly as you’d expect

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      A NON-LEAGUE star filled in as a commentator for the BBC after being left out of the FA Cup matchday squad.And it went exactly as you would expect when his side scored a dramatic equaliser.Guiseley’s equaliser prompted superb commentary from player Lucas OdunstonCredit: BBC SportGuiseley of the seventh-tier Northern Premier League Premier Division were handed a dream draw in the first round proper away at League One Stevenage.However, Lucas Odunston was not in the starting XI or among the substitutes for Mark Bower at the Lamex Stadium.So instead, the 24-year-old right-back headed up to the gantry and picked up the microphone for BBC Sport.And that prompted utterly wild scenes when the Lions found the net to make it 1-1 with just seven minutes to go on Saturday. READ MORE ON FA CUPFollowing a mix-up between the Stevenage defender and goalkeeper, the ball fell perfectly for Will Longbottom.And he made absolutely no mistake as he tapped into the empty net.That sparked chaos in the away end – and on the gantry.Because Odunston simply could not contain his excitement and joy.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe could be heard over the main commentator shouting: “Oh my God,” as the ball fell kindly for Longbottom.Then after some brilliant inaudible commentary, Odunston added: “Yeahhhh!!” before some more crazy indiscernible screaming. I broke FA Cup record against Man Utd in final.. 20 years later I’m playing for non-league side in qualifying roundOdunston then regained an ounce of composure to bellow: “Get in there!”Oh my God.”Ohhhh, ohhhhh. Can I go on the pitch, can I go on the pitch?”The commentator then replied: “If you want to go my friend, you go.”Look at the scenes here at the Lamex Stadium.”This competition is magic because it produces moments like this.”The clip got shared on X by BBC Sport and went viral – with dozens of fans loving the wonderful reactions from a jubilant Odunston. Why FA Cup changes are GOOD NEWSBy Martin LiptonTHE FA and Premier League should have done the deal to scrap FA Cup replays years ago.No doubt traditionalists will moan but it is right that the competition has finally been brought into the 21st century.Ending replays will bring extra sharpness and excitement to the ties, with the knowledge that there will be a winner, whether in 90 minutes, extra-time or penalties.If big guns have a bad day, they are more likely to pay the price. Replays after draws give them a fall-back they do not deserve.Giving the FA Cup total and absolute priority over four weekends – and ensuring there is no competing match on the day of the Final – will enhance the profile of a competition that was in danger of falling out of the spotlight.And as long as the FA ensures a better split of the prize money fund, weighting it more towards the earlier rounds, and potentially a similar move with  TV match money, there should be few losers.Read more on the FA Cup.One said: “This is the kind of energy we need on commentary! Lucas is living his best life! “When life gives you lemons, you become a commentator! Lucas is bringing the vibes!”Another wrote: “Classic commentary gold!”A third added: “That’s a classic! Love seeing players getting involved even off the pitch! Lucas is bringing the energy!”And a final user replied: “Magic of the FA Cup.”However, despite the special scenes following the equaliser, the day did end in bittersweet fashion.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat is because Guiseley did manage a draw at Stevenage.But with replays scrapped, it went to extra-time and then penalties, where the third-tier Boro nicked it 5-4 in the shootout to book their spot in the second-round draw. The right-back wanted to get on the pitch to celebrate with his team-matesCredit: BBC SportWho are these famous footballers? More

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      New Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim kick-started career playing in trial with BROKEN ARM, reveals childhood friend

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      RUBEN AMORIM kick-started his career playing in a trial with BROKEN ARM – as his friend backed the coach to succeed at Manchester United. The 39-year-old has replaced Erik ten Hag in the Old Trafford hotseat after being prised away from Sporting Lisbon. Ruben Amorim, leftm in the Benfica boys’ team along with Bruno Simao, second right, and Pedro Russiano, rightAmorim started his managerial career with Casa Pia before joining Braga and later Sporting. As a player, he first came through the Belenenses ranks before a nine year spell with Benfica. Amorim had actually been released from Benfica’s academy as a youngster and was given a lifeline by Belenenses. But his trial at the Lisbon-based club could hardly have got off to a worse start as he played on with a broken arm. READ MORE ON MAN UTDOld friend Bruno Simao told BBC Sport: “I said to Ruben: ‘Why don’t you come and play with me again at Belenenses?’ “I said I’d speak with the coach to fix up a game so he could watch him.”Ruben replied: I cannot play, I broke my arm.'””I said: ‘Don’t worry, I’m sure the coach will see you and you will stay with us.'”Most read in FootballRuben Amorim leaves Sporting on a highBy Charlie WyettRUBEN AMORIM would have preferred to leave Lisbon in a blaze of glory after winning a third Primeira Liga title.Yet football does not work like that. And in what was surely his final game before taking charge of Manchester United, Amorim prepared to say his goodbyes at a half-empty Estadio Jose Alvalade in a League Cup quarter-final against Nacional.Sporting won 3-1 thanks to  second-half goals by captain  Morten Hjulmand and Viktor Gyokeres, who scored two.Luis Esteves pulled back for Madeira-based Nacional.The stadium  will be a good deal more lively on Tuesday when Manchester City are here for  a Champions League match — although Amorim should by then have his feet firmly under his desk at Old Trafford.Liverpool and Aston Villa were both interested in Europe’s most sought-after coach. Even City could have been a possible destination post-Pep Guardiola.Yet the United job is one Amorim, 39,  could not turn  down — even if not everyone saw it that way at Sporting last night.There is clearly a huge split in the Portuguese club’s fan base over their coach leaving at this stage of the season with many believing he should have seen the job through.Yet Amorim, along with the three-man coaching team who are expected to follow him, leaves a club in a much better state than when he arrived here in 2020.Inside the stadium, there was applause — albeit muted — when his name was read out before the game along with the line-ups.And there did not appear to be any jeers when Amorim shuffled out from the tunnel awkwardly towards the dugout.So, while his departure is hard to take for some, none of the fans will forget his legacy.This is a club which is back as the dominant force in Portugal. Even this term, Sporting have won their first nine league games, scoring 30 goals and conceding just two.They are also eighth in the Champions League table, which is one hell of an effort.In contrast, Lisbon was not exactly hit by League Cup fever last night.Amorim made lots of changes, which saw Sporting’s star man Gyokeres, the former Coventry striker, start on the bench.There was, however, a first appearance in six weeks for former Tottenham winger Marcus Edwards. He is certainly one player who has been transformed by Amorim since arriving at the club from Vitoria in 2022 and will be sorry to see the coach leave.While he changed his team, Amorim stuck with his tried and trusted formation of a back three.It will certainly be something Manchester United’s fans will have to get used to over the  coming months.But looking at the Premier League table, none of them will be complaining about the change.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe trial game was arranged, with Amorim playing despite the injury. Simao revealed: “He was centre-back and the coaches told all the players: ‘Take care of him because of his arm’. Watch as Sporting CP’s fans jeer at new Manchester United Manager RĂșben Amorim”He came through the game and stayed with us at Belenenses. That was the start of his professional playing career.”Amorim had a 13-year playing career but retired in 2017 to focus on coaching, spending a week with Jose Mourinho at United the following year. He has led Sporting to two league title wins and emerged as one of the most sought-after coaches in the world. Old friend Simao still keeps in touch with Amorim and backed him for success in Manchester. He said: “We keep in touch. Ruben is godfather to my eldest daughter Carolina, who is 18. Even yesterday I messaged him about going to Manchester United.”It’s a good opportunity for him to go there as a coach. They are not in a good moment but it’s still a top club and for Ruben it will be wonderful.”Amorim playing for Benfica in 2015Credit: GettyJose Mourinho with AmorimCredit: Twitter @Mourinho_XtraAmorim left Sporting to take over at Man UtdCredit: PA More

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      Crystal Palace lining up swoop for Ligue 1 striker starlet as they refuse to meet Mateta’s huge wage demands

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      CRYSTAL PALACE have put Oumar Diakite at the top of their list of Jean-Philippe Mateta replacements.The Eagles have watched Reims’ Ivory Coast striker for months as we revealed — and again last week.Crystal Palace have put Oumar Diakite at the top of their list of Jean-Philippe Mateta replacementsCredit: GettyMateta faces leaving Crystal PalaceCredit: RexDiakite, 20, could be sold by the French club and Palace want to be at the front of the queue in case contract talks with Mateta stall.Mateta’s run of goals this year and his emergence in France’s Olympic squad has attracted interest.Palace want him to stay and may yet meet his demands for a new deal on around ÂŁ90,000 a week.The striker has five goals this season but watched as defenders Marc Guehi and Trevoh Chalobah helped Palace to a 2-2 draw at Wolves. READ MORE IN footballManager Oliver Glasner said: “As I mentioned, I think we could have decided the game in the right moments when we had the momentum on our side, that’s what we didn’t do. “But overall, I think [the players] were asked: ‘are they able to score a goal as they are, when so many players are missing?’ And the team, the players, showed the right answer.“I mentioned it at the press conference before the game: it’s time for others to step up. “We had two defenders today scoring goals after set-plays, and also we created a lot of chances so overall, I think the mood is okay, and we go back to London with an unbeaten week, so everything’s fine.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“It’s football, and for me what is [important] is that we play our way, that we play with confidence, we play forward, we try to score goals. “I think this is what we’ve found again this week: this playing forward, attacking style, playing with bravery. This is how we want to play.“Overall, I’m really pleased with the performance.”BBC Sport pundit Shay Given BREAKS TABLE on set celebrating Newcastle’s match-winner as fans say ‘love him’ More