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      ‘Clearly insufficient’ – FA looking to increase Millwall ace Liam Roberts’ three-match ban after horror Mateta challenge

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      THE FA has warned Millwall keeper Liam Roberts to expect a long ban after his shocking foul on Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.In a statement released Wednesday morning, the FA announced that “in the circumstances the standard punishment is clearly insufficient”.Roberts collides with Mateta on SaturdayCredit: GettyMateta was hospitalized to receive specialist treatmentCredit: ReutersMichael Oliver needed to check the VAR monitor before sending Roberts offCredit: Pro SportsThe current sanction is a standard three-match ban, which saw Roberts miss last night’s Championship tie against Bristol City.He will also miss upcoming trips to Watford and Leeds.Roberts was given until Thursday March 6 to respond to today’s statement by the FA.But Millwall have immediately issued a statement of their own.Read more football storiesIt reads: “Millwall Football Club acknowledges the FA’s statement and will continue to support Liam who has been subjected to horrendous online abuse since Saturday’s collision.”The clash came just eight minutes into Millwall’s FA Cup tie at Selhurst Park, a first South London derby since 2022.As Mateta chased a high ball into the box, Millwall goalkeeper Roberts leapt to clear it, kicking Mateta in the head in the process.Mateta was rushed to hospital for “specialist treatment”, where he received 25 stitches on his left ear.Most read in FA CupReferee Michael Oliver did not initially give a foul but sent Roberts off after a short VAR review.The FA have now submitted a claim to increase Roberts’ sanction.Millwall supporters have rallied behind their keeper, holding a minute of applause in the eighth minute of Tuesday’s 2-0 loss to Bristol City.It comes after they chanted “let him die” as France international Mateta received treatment on Saturday.The club has also released statements in his defence, referring to reporting and punditry on the foul as “unwarranted character assassination”.Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish appeared on BBC One at half-time to discuss the foul, saying: “In all the time I’ve watched football, I’ve not seen a challenge like it.Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim defends Patrick Dorgu after error and red card against Ipswich “That is the most reckless challenge on a football pitch I think I’ve ever seen, and I think [Roberts] needs to have a long, hard look at himself.”Millwall manager Alex Neil rebuked that statement post match, saying Roberts simply “misjudged [the clearance] and caught the lad”.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe added: “I don’t think it is meant. I don’t think there is any intent, why would there be intent?”It is not yet known when Mateta will return to play.Millwall had a minute’s applause for Roberts in the match against Bristol More

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      ‘We’ve not seen that’ – John McGinn debunks Ruben Amorim’s Marcus Rashford claims after Champions League masterclass

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      ASTON VILLA captain John McGinn has defended his new team-mate Marcus Rashford from Ruben Amorim’s criticism.Rashford joined Villa on loan in January after struggling for minutes under new Manchester United manager Amorim, making just six appearances following his arrival in November.Rashford impressed again in the Champions League for VillaCredit: GettyRashford and Asensio have made an impression since joining on loan in JanuaryCredit: GettyHis primary complaint was a lack of intensity in Rashford’s training and reluctance to buy into his ideas.The Portuguese said: “I couldn’t put Marcus to see the way you’re supposed to play football and to train the way I see it.”Since moving to the Midlands, though, Rashford, 27, has been back to his best, impressing in his first appearances for Villa and most recently starring in Tuesday’s 3-1 Champions League win over Club Brugge.McGinn has now revealed how well Rashford and his fellow Villa loanees Marco Asensio and Axel Disasi have settled in behind the scenes.Read more footballHe said: “They’ve been a breath of fresh air.”Three really good guys, obviously come with big reputations but they haven’t shown any ego.”They’re pretty low maintenance, they work hard to get their careers back on track.”Like Rashford, Asensio and Disasi are looking for redemption at Villa after struggling at their respective clubs.Most read in Champions LeagueSpanish international Asensio, 29, never quite kicked on after joining PSG from Real Madrid, but scored a brace for Villa in a 2-1 win over Chelsea shortly after moving.Marcus Rashford says joining Aston Villa from Man Utd was an easy decisionDisasi, 26, struggled to win over Enzo Maresca at Chelsea, falling behind free transfer Tosin Adarabioyo in the pecking order.McGinn continued: “They obviously weren’t playing at their clubs, so what we can give them is a platform to do that and be happy.”All we want in return is for them to be a good team-mate, work hard, do the things we’ve all been doing over the last couple of seasons and show their quality. “They’ve been brilliant.”Villa’s away win over Club Brugge gives them the upper hand going into the second leg at Villa Park, which will take place next Wednesday.McGinn during the win over Club BruggeCredit: GettyDiasi has hit the ground running after his switch from ChelseaCredit: Getty More

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      Thomas Tuchel having doubts about England call-up for Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly, 18, despite latest injury setback

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      NEWCASTLE and England have been dealt a huge blow after Lewis Hall was ruled out for the rest of the season.The news would appear to bolster the prospect of Arsenal’s 18-year-old star Myles Lewis-Skelly receiving his first senior Three Lions call-up – but Thomas Tuchel may have other ideas.Lewis Hall has been ruled out for the rest of the seasonCredit: PALewis-Skelly has been shown two red cards this seasonCredit: GettyThe Arsenal youngster has impressed this seasonCredit: GettyTuchel will name his first England squad next weekCredit: PASun Sport revealed on Tuesday that Toon left-back Hall, 20, was out of the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool with an injury to a bone in his foot.That came after the club opted against appealing the red card for Anthony Gordon, meaning that he will also miss Wembley due to suspension.Hall suffered his injury in last week’s 2-0 Prem defeat at Anfield and was sent for a scan to assess the damage.Newcastle have followed specialist advice and Hall will undergo surgery, ruling him out of their push for a top five finish.Read more footballThe news is also a bitter setback for new Three Lions boss Tuchel, who handed him his senior debut at Chelsea.Hall has been in fine form for Toon this term and was rewarded for that with his first senior England caps in November while Lee Carsley was in interim charge.Tuchel will be in the dug-out for the first time this month with World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.Hall seemed certain to be part of his plans, especially with England’s preferred left-back over recent years Luke Shaw continuing to be dogged by injuries.Most read in FootballTuchel has been monitoring Lewis-Skelly ahead of a potential call-up following his breakthrough under Mikel Arteta at Arsenal.Myles Lewis-Skelly shows off his skills playing for Arsenal The talented teen, who has yet to make his U21s bow, could now be fast-tracked into the seniors.Tuchel, however, is believed to have some reservations over his age and lack of experience.Lewis-Skelly was subbed off just 34 minutes into Arsenal’s stunning 7-1 Champions League win over PSV on Tuesday.That was after his fortunate escape and luckily avoiding being sent-off for two challenges during the round of 16 first leg.Meanwhile, another of Tuchel’s former Chelsea favourites could also be in the frame for a recall.Ben Chilwell is now getting regular action on loan at Crystal Palace after being frozen out at Stamford Bridge.The 28-year-old started his first game since England’s 2-2 draw with Belgium on March 26 last year in Saturday’s 3-1 win over Millwall in the FA Cup.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd as well as getting his club career back on track, he will have hopes of adding to his 21 caps under the man he won the Champions League with in 2021 at the Blues.Man City’s Rico Lewis and Chelsea defender Levi Colwill have also featured at left-back for England over recent times. More

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      Dillon Danis plans to confront Conor McGregor after UFC legend poses for pictures with rivals Jake and Logan Paul

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      DILLON DANIS admits he needs to have words with Conor McGregor for posing with rivals Jake and Logan Paul. Danis – a long-time friend and training partner of McGregor’s – has been feuding with the Paul brothers for years. Dillon Danis with friend and training partner Conor McGregorJake and Logan Paul posed for pictures with Conor McGregorCredit: Instagram @JakepaulHe once had toilet roll chucked on him by Jake and his boxing bout in 2023 against Logan ended up in a legal battle. So when McGregor took pictures with the brothers at Donald Trump’s inauguration in January – Danis was conflicted. He told SunSport: “Yeah, me and him had to talk about that, you know, it is what it is.”I know you guys can decide that, but I think that me and him should talk about that.READ MORE IN BOXING”It shouldn’t be in the media but we haven’t had the chance to talk about it yet.”McGregor, 36, had both Pauls by his side in pictures that sent social media into a frenzy. But footage shared by the brothers later revealed there was heated exchanges with the Irishman. Danis, 31, made his boxing debut against Logan, 29, two years ago but farcically got disqualified after attempting an MMA-style submission. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the fight did not end there as a brawl broke out in the ring while legal proceedings are now ongoing in court. Danis was sued by Logan’s fiancee Nina Agdal for “revenge porn” with his posts causing “humiliation, emotional distress, and reputational harm.” KSI sparks carnage on press conference stage after slapping Dillon Danis with a PANCAKE ahead of boxing grudge fightAccording to the lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey in 2023, Danis engaged in a “relentless, ongoing campaign of cyber harassment and bullying” directed towards Agdal.The lawsuit alleges that Danis used his social media to “promote the fight and ramp up his feud with Paul.”Danis also allegedly posted “hundreds of posts containing vulgar and disparaging pictures, memes and comments about her.“All the while, Danis has been rewarded for that same conduct through an increased social media following and publicity that has resulted in his offensive posts being viewed more than two billion times to date.”Agdal received a temporary restraining order directing Danis to stop posting “sexually explicit photographs” of her “on the internet without her consent.” In her complaint, she also alleges that he posted a sexually explicit photograph which was never meant to be shared publicly or was “obtained without consent.”A judge granted Agdal the restraining order against Danis, who was forbidden from posting “sexually explicit photographs” of Agdal without her permission.The lawsuit is ongoing – as is Danis’ fight with Logan’s business partner KSI on March 29 – but the American does not regret his actions. He said: “I would regret it if it wasn’t true but everything was on Insta already. Everything was public.”So I mean, I can’t speak too much on the lawsuit, but I don’t regret saying the truth and letting Logan out.”I was trying to help him out and one day he’s gonna thank me, so it is what it is.”Danis was originally set to fight KSI in January 2023 before pulling out – but three years later they finally settle for score in the ring. And carnage broke out at the press conference when KSI slapped Danis with a PANCAKE to spark a brawl on stage. But Danis said just beforehand “I just feel like he’s not equal to me. “I was saying he’s like a little brother to me, so I don’t know, I don’t really care about the guy.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m gonna knock him out and get my money and go and fight Tony. So it is what it is. It’s an easy boxing match.”He’s gonna run around for six rounds. I know how he is. I’m just happy to punch him in the face.”Nina Agdal is engaged to Logan PaulCredit: Instagram / Nina AgdalLogan Paul beat Danis in their 2023 fightCredit: PAKSI slapped Danis with a pancakeCredit: PA More

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      Jenny Alcorn dead aged 66: Tributes pour in as world champion athlete passes away following brain cancer battle

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      AUSTRALIAN triathlon star Jenny Alcorn has died aged 66 following a battle with cancer.Alcorn heartbreakingly passed away on Monday, having been diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2023.Jenny Alcorn has died aged 66Credit: FacebookAlcorn had a glittering career spanning over 30 years that saw her both work as a coach and compete as an athlete.Last year she was honoured for that incredible contribution to sport by receiving the President’s Special Recognition Award at the AusTriathlon Awards.She was also nominated for the prestigious Daphne Pirie Spirit of Sport Award last year too.Other achievements for the incredible athlete included carrying the Australian flag at the 2018 World Championships on the Gold Coast and winning the Kona Ironman at the age of 55 after coming out of retirement.READ MORE IN SPORTTributes have poured in for the hero, with so many sharing warm memories of Alcorn.Alcorn’s partner Margot Rupe said: “She pushed every boundary in life and it was incredible.”She was the love of my life for 20 years, she helped me raise two amazing children.”Yes, triathlon was her life but she always enjoyed all the sports our kids did, she never missed a TSS First 15 game, she never missed a Bond Uni rugby game.Most read in AthleticsAlcorn will be remembered as a triathlon legend in AustraliaCredit: Facebook”Even on Saturday afternoon, she sat up and watched our son play rugby in Japan, so she was a pretty amazing person.”We’re all heartbroken, our souls are heartbroken, she did everything with love, she loved her family, she loved me, she loved our kids and embraced everything she did.”AusTriathlon added: “Triathlon has lost a legend, but Jenny Alcorn’s impact has forever strengthened our sport.”Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and all those who were privileged to know her.”Ricky Kroesen, who was coached by Alcorn, revealed that the superstar champion “passed peacefully with her partner and loyal dog Kona by her side”.Adding: “We will miss you”.Alcorn helped to coach and mentor some of Australia’s top triathletes, including Ashleigh Gentle and Olympic champion Emma Snowsill.And her own athletics career was punctuated by victories across various Age Group World Championships, and saw her recognised as a ‘Legend of the Sport’ by AusTriathlon. More

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      Man Utd quickly act to protect Chido Obi as hoax pages emerge after former Arsenal starlet first-team debut

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have come to the aid of Chido Obi after fans set up social media pages impersonating him.The 17-year-old has made first-team three appearances under Ruben Amorim following his move from Arsenal earlier this season.Man Utd are tackling accounts pretending to be Chido Obi onlineCredit: GettyBut since making his debut, the young striker has been the subject of hoax accounts on social media.There has been a surge in pages being created that fool supporters into thinking they are the real player.Man Utd are said to be protective over this happening to teenagers and Obi has been a target.The club recently acted quickly to tackle the issue by removing these fake accounts.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan Utd confirmed to SunSport its something done “routinely” to help all players.Obi made his debut in a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham on February 16 before getting more minutes off the bench in the 2-2 draw with Everton.The teenager was also subbed on towards the end of normal time as Man Utd crashed out the FA Cup to Fulham on penalties.Obi got into positive positions on Sunday, taking three shots that were all considered “big chances” by stat gurus.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIncredibly, struggling striker Rasmus Hojlund has had the same amount of “big chances” across all 22 of his Prem games so far this season.But Amorim will be without Obi for their Europa League campaign as he has not been named in the squad.’That’s why I’m the manager’ – Ruben Amorim hits back at Wayne Rooney as Man Utd boss aims to win Premier LeagueHe failed to make the cut for the A List and is ineligible to be a B List player like most academy stars.Uefa rules say you must be at the club for two years to qualify and Obi only joined from Arsenal in October. More

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      I was more nervous to meet my girlfriend’s parents than I was to push BGT golden buzzer or for boxing fights, says KSI

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      NOT EVEN fighting in front of thousands of people or being watched by millions on TV can make superstar KSI nervous. No, only meeting his girlfriend’s parents for the first time did that.KSI admits meeting his girlfriend’s parents was more nerve-wracking than boxingCredit: GettyKSI hitting the BGT golden buzzerCredit: ITVHe is a guest judge on the ITV showCredit: ITVThe social media influencer, rapper and boxer has lived more than half his life in the public eye after shooting to fame on YouTube. And his career climbed to new heights after being announced as a guest judge on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. KSI pushed his first golden buzzer to automatically send 29-year-old singer Stacey Leadbeatter into the semi-finals. But the new panelist reveals that decision – and boxing in front of sellout crowds – was nothing compared to first meeting his partner’s parents. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe said: “What would I say is more nerve-wracking? I don’t know, meeting my girlfriend’s parents probably was a lot more nerve-wracking than those two events.”Yeah, definitely. Before that, I’m always like sweating and everything. Like I only get nervous when it comes to relationships.”In terms of fighting or in terms of pressing the golden buzzer or in terms of performing in front of thousands, I never get nervous because I just know what I need to do.”I’m prepared and I’m ready, whereas I guess with meeting someone’s parents, you never know what could happen.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDespite his celebrity fame, KSI keeps his girlfriend private and away from the public eye – but he cherishes the time they spend together. The 31-year-old might just have the most packed celebrity schedule of all time, squeezing in TV and charity appearances into his boxing training. KSI sparks carnage on press conference stage after slapping Dillon Danis with a PANCAKE ahead of boxing grudge fightKSI returns to the ring on March 29 in Manchester against old rival Dillon Danis – three years after the collapse of their original bout. By the time KSI laces up the gloves, he would have played in two charity football matches, in Qatar and the Sidemen match at Wembley. That is also after filming for BGT – but how does he fit it all in? KSI laughs and reveals: “Honestly, I don’t know, I just do it. That’s just how I am. I just make it work.”With the Sidemen match at Wembley Stadium, that’s gonna be insane, 90,000 people screaming.”I don’t even think I’m gonna be able to hear myself. I think that’s gonna be good. “I’m seeing it as like a training session, keeping fit, just running around, passing the ball, having a good time with my mates and raising a lot of money for charity.BGT stars Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, KSI and Bruno TonioliCredit: The Mega AgencyKSI poses with his fellow BGT judgesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/noholdenback/3479470000301991191/?hl=enKSI, pictured in the 2022 Sidemen match, will play in this year’s gameCredit: Alamy”During that, I’ve got like a couple shoots here and there, a couple bits here and there just that I need to do but I just make it work.”I find time to train, whether it’s me waking up early, just to find time to train, I do it. That’s just my mentality, that’s how I am.”KSI has not fought since October 2023 when he lost a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 25, his first defeat in the ring. He was then forced to cancel his August comeback bout after suffering a hand injury – which he has since recovered from. He also had a fight on his hands just to find an opponent after failing to strike a deal with up to FIVE different names. Even ex-Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge, 44, was bizarrely drafted in before promptly pulling out when KSI made reference to his infamous John Terry feud. It forced the KSI camp to go back over old ground and call upon Danis – a controversial MMA fighter known as Conor McGregor’s training partner. Logan Paul beat Dillon Danis in their 2023 fightCredit: PADanis was DQd for trying an MMA submissionCredit: AlamyIt sparked a mass brawl in the ringCredit: ReutersDanis, 31, pulled out of fighting KSI in January 2023 but made his boxing debut against Logan Paul, 29, last year. It ended in a farcical sixth-round disqualification after Danis attempted an MMA submission in the ring – sparking a mass brawl. The American attacked Paul’s fiancee Nina Agdal online before the bout and is still being sued by the Danish model. So KSI admits to hesitating when offering Danis another opportunity and payday – but vows to put the feud to bed once and for all.KSI, who slapped Danis with a pancake at their press conference, said: “He was the fourth, fifth choice. It’s not the first person I wanted to fight.”I think at the time, I was happy to fight him because when I was just coming back from boxing it made sense.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And now I guess it’s frustrating to have to platform him but you know there isn’t many options, there just isn’t many options.”So fair play for him saying yes, but I’m going to punish him for all the things he’s done to me.”KSI slapping Danis with a pancake ahead of their fightCredit: PA More

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      Footballer starts League One match just hours after pleading guilty to causing cyclist’s death in horror crash

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      A FOOTBALLER started a League One match just hours after he pleaded guilty to causing a cyclist’s death in a horror crash.Mansfield Town striker Lucas Akins, 36, was driving his Mercedes G350 near Huddersfield when he hit 33-year-old Adrian Daniel.Lucas Akins admitted causing a cyclist’s death in a horror crashCredit: GettyAdrian Daniel was struck by the player’s MercedesCredit: West Yorkshire PoliceThe cyclist was rushed to hospital with serious injuries but tragically couldn’t be saved and died ten days later on March 27, 2022.Akins appeared at Leeds Crown Court yesterday where he admitted causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving.Just hours later, he took to the pitch for Mansfield Town in their 0-0 draw against Wigan.Manager Nigel Clough later discussed his decision to include Akins in his starting 11.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe said: “We’ve known about it for some time, it’s not just happened but we’re not in a position to comment.”The court was told the horror unfolded on March 17, 2022, as Adrian cycled in the village of Netherton.Prosecutor Carmel Pearson said Akins’ plea was accepted by the Crown, who had relayed the information to the cyclist’s family.His Honour Judge Menary told the footballer: “You have pleaded guilty to the offence at count 2.Most read in Football”I am imposing an interim disqualification and you are now disqualified from obtaining or getting a driving licence. You must not drive on a public road.”Akins was bailed to return to court for sentencing on April 24.The striker came through the youth academy at Huddersfield and made his debut for them in 2007.He had stints at Northwich Victoria, Hamilton Academical, Partick Thistle, Tranmere Rovers and Stevenage.Akins spent eight years at Burton Albion before he joined Mansfield in January 2022.He has made four international appearances for Caribbean nation Grenada, who he qualifies for through his mum.The Mansfield Town star will be sentenced next monthCredit: Getty More