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      ‘He’s looked at me and punched me right in the stomach’ – Ryan Giggs reveals moment ‘mad’ Man Utd boss hit him

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      RYAN GIGGS has revealed the shocking impact a “mad” Manchester United boss made on him at their first meeting.The iconic winger was player-coach and then interim manager when he hung up his boots in 2014 after 24 years on the Old Trafford pitch.Ryan Giggs has detailed his surprising introduction to a new managerCredit: PA:Press AssociationIn that time, the Welshman dealt with legendary chief Alex Ferguson’s famous hairdryer.But Giggs then encountered something far stranger – and more physical – with one of the Scot’s successors.Fergie’s retirement in 2013 was followed by David Moyes’ mediocre nine months in charge.United have had nine other bosses since, if you include the temporary stints of Giggs, Michael Carrick, Ralf Rangnick and Ruud van Nistelrooy.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut when Louis van Gaal arrived 11 years ago, he looked a safe bet to at least steady the ship.The Dutchman had bossed both Barcelona and the Netherlands twice, also taking the reins at Ajax and Bayern Munich.But Giggs told of his extraordinary introduction to LVG when he flew to Holland to see the new Old Trafford chief.The former Wales boss told the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast: “We met him in a hotel room. Louis was mad. He was mad.Most read in FootballEx-Barca chief Van Gaal chose Giggs as his Old Trafford No 2Credit: Getty Images – GettyBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”So… he’s opened the door, I’m with Ed Woodward [then United executive vice-chairman), and Louis looked at me and punched me right in the stomach.””He’s gone, ‘You are in good shape.’ and just punching—a little dig. I’m thinking, ‘What is he doing?'”Roy Keane cracks joke live on Sky Sports as he tells De Bruyne to join Man UtdVan Gaal then immediately took the wind out of Giggs again – by putting him on the spot over United’s squad.The two-time Champions League winner said LVG told him: “I have a list of names. I want you to tell me who stays and who goes.”Giggs explained he went through the squad and added: “I’ve just gone tick, tick… I think we were one out. “So instantly, he was like, ‘Yeah, I agree with that. Same thinking, same thinking’.”That shared verdict led to Giggs being offered and accepting the assistant manager’s role at Old Trafford which, like LVG’s reign, lasted until 2016The ex-Dragons hero says Van Gaal was “really good with me” – so Giggs “learned a lot”.Read More on The SunBut although that education made him feel “ready” for the top job, Jose Mourinho beat him to the position when LVG was sacked.However, no-one has close to living up to Fergie 27-year legacy during which Giggs and Co won the Premier League 13 times.Van Gaal was in charge of Man Utd from 2014-2016Credit: Mark Robinson – The SunBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK More

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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn fight thrown into more chaos amid row over gloves

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      CHRIS EUBANK Jr and Conor Benn are locked in yet another row – this time over their fight gloves.The born rivals collide in a 160lb middleweight grudge match tomorrow night at Tottenham’s stadium – 35 years after their dads’ first fight.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn weighing inCredit: ReutersConor Benn will wear these Everlast glovesBut drama ensued just 24 hours before the first bell after Eubank came in at 160.05lb – meaning he was an agonising half an ounce above the limit.And there was more chaos as Eubank’s team argued that Benn’s Everlast fight gloves should not have been signed off.Eddie Hearn revealed the argument stemmed over Benn wearing gloves made out of horse hair.But Hearn – who promotes Benn – says the British Boxing Board of Control have signed off on the gloves. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe told SunSport: “They weren’t happy about some horse hair. “Every glove that is approved by the British Boxing Board of Control, the fighters are able to use.”Conor Benn’s just wearing a pair of Everlasts that were approved by the Board.”A similar row ensued in 2022 when Amir Khan finally fought Kell Brook.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKhan had negotiated for no horse hair and Brook had to change his gloves in the ring – just moments before the bout was due to start.But Hearn confirmed: “Nothing in our contracts at all, no.Fans fear for Chris Eubank Jr with super-middleweight ‘looking like a corpse’ at Conor Benn weigh-in”In our contracts it’s just gloves that are approved by the Boxing Board of Control. Which they are.”But Eubank’s promoter Ben Shalom told us: “We have a contract that there’s no horse hair in the gloves and and that’s it. “So there cannot be horse hair in those gloves. It should be sorted immediately. Let’s see what happens.”In a video uploaded by Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing on YouTube, British Boxing Board of Control chief Robert Smith did sign off on the gloves. Eubank has already had £375,000 deducted from his purse per the rules in their contract due to missing weight – with the cash going directly to Benn.Benn had earlier weighed in surprisingly light at 156.4lbs – nearly 4lb under the middleweight limit.Much has been made of the fight weight heading into the second-generation grudge match.The born rivals first signed for a 157lb catchweight clash in 2022 – causing controversy with Eubank having NEVER fought that low.But it was KOd with just days to go as Benn tested positive for clomiphene – a banned substance known to boost testosterone.He protested his innocence and took his career to America – having two wins at the light-middleweight limit.Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoMeanwhile, UK Anti-Doping dropped the case against him, allowing Benn to fight on British soil again.But after the doping scandal, Eubank was in no mood to make concessions and demanded the bout be at the 160lb middleweight limit.There is only a 10lb rehydration clause – restricting what both can weigh on the morning of the bout.So both Eubank and Benn must be 170lb or under in 24 hours’ time.The fighters will be fined £100,000 for every pound they go over that limit.Hearn slammed Eubank for missing the weight: “He’s talked a lot about his professionalism, his dedication and he is a stubborn b*d.”And I just thought he would make championship weight. I mean, he clearly tried but it’s a little bit of unprofessionalism. Firstly not making the weight but he was an hour late.”He would have easily had the time to get the weight off if he would have turned up on time. “I felt like when he was there he wasn’t really getting the right advice either on what to do.Read More on The Sun”I don’t think that the half ounce will have any say in the fight at all but obviously there was a substantial fine and it’s just really about mojo.”Like right now Conor Benn’s on top of the world and Chris Eubank Jr is probably fuming, so it all helps.”Hearn flanks Benn on the stageCredit: PA More

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      Who is Chris Eubank Jr’s sister Emily, and is she dating Conor Benn’s promoter Frank Smith?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn have been engaged in a massive war of words ahead of their long-awaited grudge match this weekend.Eubank Jr and Benn will settle their beef – which also saw Eubank Jr smash an egg on Benn’s head – at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in front of 90,000 fans.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will settle their beef on Saturday night – but there is an extra twist to their rivalryCredit: GettyFrank Smith and Emily Eubank regularly post loved up photo’s together on InstagramEmily Eubank with Frank Smith on holidayCredit: https://www.instagram.com/franksmith/?hl=enThe couple have been together for nearly a decadeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/franksmith/?hl=enSmith revealed he does not talk business around his partnerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/franksmith/?hl=enAs if the rivalry between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn couldn’t get any more heated, Benn’s promoter Frank Smith and Eubank Jr’s sister are in a long term relationship.Here’s everything we know about their relationship.How long have Frank Smith and Emily Eubank been together?Benn’s promoter Smith is the CEO of Matchroom Boxing. Smith and Emily, Chris Eubank Jr’s sister, have been officially dating since November 2016.MORe on Eubank Jr vs BennThe promoter has played a huge role in reigniting the rivalry been Eubank Jr and Benn.He also revealed that his job has created awkward situations in the past.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSBefore the initial fight between Eubank Jr and Benn in 2022, Smith said that Emily called him an “a***hole” after overhearing a call to do with the fight.While appearing on the George Groves Boxing Club podcast, Smith said: “Sometimes I’d say, ‘Emily’s in the car so I can’t talk yet’, or ‘wait a minute I’ve got to leave the room.'”Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoIt’s easy to see why the rivalry between the two fighters could creates some rocky moments in Smith and Emily’s relationship.But the couple are still going strong a decade later and frequently post loved up pictures on their social media pages.Smith will definitely be rooting for his fighter, while we assume Emily will be backing her big brother. More

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      Arsenal files: Gunners line up £55m Jules Kounde bid with Mikel Arteta ready to rub salt in Chelsea’s transfer wounds

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      ARSENAL aren’t just preparing for the biggest European clash in their modern history, but also for a busy transfer window.The Gunners may be 120 minutes away from earning a place in the Champions League final, but they’re miles away from Premier League title rivals Liverpool.Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal side are preparing for a Champions League semi-final on Tuesday nightCredit: AlamyMikel Arteta and his team are already hard at work at finding the right recruits to move Arsenal closer to ending their wait for a league title next season.In this week’s edition of Arsenal Files, SunSport’s Jordan Davies and Martin Lipton lift the lid on potential new signings and the build up to Tuesday’s MASSIVE Champions League semi-final.CROWN JULESBarcelona’s Jules Kounde has emerged as a potential defensive target as Mikel Arteta seeks to bolster his squad.France ace Kounde is now the established first choice right back at the Nou Camp after joining from Sevilla in a £42m move when he rejected an offer from Chelsea to stay in La Liga.But the 26-year-old Parisian had previously signalled his preference for playing in the middle of the defence, a versatility that has massive appeal to Arteta who is ready to make a £55m offer if he senses a deal is possible.Another plus-point in Kounde’s favour is his fitness record.He had played 104 straight games for Barca before finally being rested for the midweek win over Mallorca but will return for this weekend’s Copa del Rey Final against Real Madrid and the Champions League semi-final first leg with Inter.Prising Kounde out of Catalonia might be difficult with Barca coach Hansi Flick seeing his pace in a high defensive line as a vital asset and his contract having two more years to run.But Arsenal’s Euro run and Prem near-misses could help turn the defender’s head if he is seeking a change of scenery.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS’I already mentioned that twice’ – Mikel Arteta takes issue with reporter’s question as Arsenal title hopes all but endGIFT OF THE GABWhile the attention of many Gunners fans has been on who might come in this summer, it seems Mikel Arteta is making moves to ensure one of his key on-field lieutenants makes a long-term commitment.Arsenal are ready to begin new contract talks with Gabriel this summer – despite the significant hamstring injury that ended the Brazilian’s season prematurely.In his five years since arriving from Lille, Gabriel’s influence has grown, even more so since the arrival of set-piece coach Nicolas Jover.Before sustaining his season-ending injury against Fulham he had scored five this season, including the September North London derby winner at Spurs, taking his Arsenal tally to 20.Gabriel’s central defensive partnership with William Saliba has been a cornerstone of the Gunners’ emergence as part of the new Prem and Euro elite.Indeed, without his South American pal, Saliba has recently appeared slightly less secure – making costly mistakes against both Real Madrid and Crystal Palace.Gabriel, 27, has been targeted by Saudi Pro League clubs including Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr.But Arsenal believe he wants to stay at the Emirates and are ready to instigate extension talks even though he still has two years left on his current deal.Mikel Arteta is keen to sign Gabriel down to a new dealCredit: GettyBARREN SPELLPSG boss Luis Enrique showed Champions League semi-final tetchiness after being probed on striker Ousmane Dembele’s current goal drought.Former Barcelona wide-man Dembele’s astonishing run of 24 goals in 18 games across three competitions included vital Champions League strikes against Manchester City and Liverpool.But Dembele, 27, has gone five without finding the net since scoring in the 3-1 win over Marseille on March 16, including both quarter-final legs against Aston Villa as PSG wobbled at Villa Park.He was hooked after barely an hour of the midweek draw at Nantes and seemingly unimpressed with the decision to bring him off.Pressed on the player’s state of mind ahead of next week’s semi-final first leg in North London, Luis Enrique reacted huffily, accusing his inquisitor: “I don’t know. You make up stories sometimes.“Everyone manages their emotions as they want, can, and know how to.”Ousmane Dembele is the top scorer in Ligue 1 this seasonNEW KIDS ON THE BOXEthan Nwaneri broke another milestone in Arsenal’s 4-0 victory at Ipswich last weekend.The 18-year-old added a goal to his growing tally in a spectacular breakthrough season in the senior side – making it nine goals in 34 appearances in all competitions.But perhaps even more impressively, he then spoke to reporters in the mixed zone at Portman Road post-match for the first time.Nwaneri handled what can be a nerve-wracking moment brilliantly. He spoke calmly yet passionately, opening up and showing a side that not many outside the club have seen, cracking a smile with considered and thoughtful answers, going into detail on how he has handled being thrust into the spotlight under Mikel Arteta, leaving us wanting more.As one of the three journalists to chat with him, it was remarkable to even consider that here was a teenager not long out of school, who had navigated it so well and, seemingly, with little fuss.In our chat, there was inevitably talk of his childhood pal and team-mate Myles Lewis-Skelly, and how their bond has made his step-up into the first that bit more special.Lewis-Skelly, the more outgoing of the two, has already participated in his fair share of media duties, including a mixed zone at the Emirates earlier in the season.But Nwaneri is growing in confidence every day when it comes to expressing himself, not just with the media, but around the training ground and with his team-mates.Arsenal are immensely proud of the duo, not just for their impact on the pitch, but off it too.The club takes incredibly seriously the responsibility of preparing young academy players for life away from the walls of London Colney, and that includes media training, especially for those featuring in the U18s and U21s.Academy manager Per Mertesacker is a huge advocate of this, treating off-field preparation as important as tactical intelligence or work in the gym.And when it comes to looking for role models to learn from in mixed zones, Mikel Merino, Oleksandr Zinchenko, David Raya, Declan Rice and William Saliba, to name a few, are regular post-match speakers.Nwaneri revealed at Ipswich: “It’s testament to the way that the players treat us.“They treat us like we’re men, ever since we first came in. They’ve treated us well, like we’re part of the team, so that’s just how we feel now.“Declan [Rice] and Bukayo [Saka] are very close to us. They help us out, they keep us grounded, they lift us up when we need it as well. They’ve been brilliant.”Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri have established themselves as first team players this seasonCredit: GettyTHROWING POINTS AWAYArsenal twice blew a lead to draw with Palace in midweek, throwing away yet more points with Liverpool set to comfortably stroll to the Premier League title.Of all ironies, the Reds could win it on Sunday against North London rivals Tottenham at Anfield.The Gunners are set to finish runners-up for the third successive year, and they only have themselves to blame again – this time with too many draws.Wednesday’s 2-2 result was their 13th Prem draw – only 13th-placed Everton have more [14] – and their ninth from winning positions, two more than any other side.It is the most since Spurs did the same in 2007/08 when they finished 11th under Martin Jol and then Juande Ramos, the same year they lifted their last trophy in the shape of the League Cup.It is also now 18 points dropped from winning positions this season. Only twice have Arsenal ever dropped more in the Prem [21 points in 2019-20 and 20 points in 2001-02 when they won the league]. In comparison, Liverpool have dropped 11.Had both teams kept those points, Liverpool would still be five ahead, but the title race would have been far more gripping and competitive in the final weeks.Looking at those nine Prem draws from winning positions, five of them have come at the Emirates, with only one in controversial fashion – the 1-1 draw with Brighton in August following Declan Rice’s bizarre sending off for denying the taking of a free-kick.Of the other four away from home, only a dubious penalty against William Saliba earned the Seagulls another point in January.Arteta can rightly point to injuries and unfortunate red cards and refereeing decisions hampering his side, but they have also been their own worst enemies at times.Arsenal have dropped 18 points from winning positions this seasonCredit: AlamyKEEPER IT SIMPLEPalace boss Oliver Glasner revealed on Wednesday that his analysts had pointed out pre-match that David Raya was often high off his line, something they showed the players as something to potentially exploit.They did just that. Raya was caught off his line and away from the middle of his goal as Saliba’s mistake was pounced on by Jean-Philippe Mateta with the Frenchman then chipping in off the bar into an empty net.Mateta also said at full-time: “When I started on the bench, I watched the first half. He [Raya] was very high, so I knew if we won the ball high, I could try – so I did, and scored.”This was not a fluke, and Raya was almost caught in the first half as his wayward pass was intercepted by Adam Wharton only for the midfielder’s shot to be blocked by Thomas Partey.Raya has, rightly, been hailed not just for his save-making abilities this term but his comfort with ball at feet, starting attacks from deep and racing out of his box to cut out threats.But is this a chink in the until-now bullet-proof armour that opposition teams will look to target from now on?It is understood that Arteta views this as a one-off embarrassing gaffe as opposed to a concerning issue that requires major changes at this late stage of the season.Regardless, you will bet that Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique will have watched the game with interest ahead of their Champions League semi-final first leg at the Emirates on Tuesday.David Raya could be targeted by the opposition for coming so far off his lineCredit: Getty More

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      Premier League club set to double size of stadium by 2028 as they reverse controversial decision after two decades

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      BOURNEMOUTH are buying back their stadium as plans to more than double the capacity gather pace.The Cherries were a cash-strapped League One club when they sold Dean Court to property firm Structadene for £3.5million in December 2005.Plans for Bournemouth to double their ground capacity have acceleratedCredit: ReutersIt comes after the club revealed they are set to buy back their stadiumCredit: AlamyAmerican owner Bill Foley revealed the club want to have a massive capacity upgrade within two-and-a-half yearsCredit: GettyNews of the purchase was announced at the official opening of the the clubs new training facility at Canford Performance CentreCredit: GettyOwner Bill Foley has revealed they will repurchase what is now known as the Vitality Stadium in a big season on and off pitch.The Vitality is currently the smallest stadium in the Premier League by some distance, with a capacity of 11,307 – almost 6,000 seats fewer than Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium.But Foley is overseeing significant investment in infrastructure as well as bankrolling the club’s ambitions on the pitch.The American billionaire, speaking at the official opening of Bournemouth’s state-of-the-art £40m Performance Centre, said: “I’m pleased to inform you that we have come to terms on the acquisition of Vitality Stadium and we should be closing that shortly.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“And we also are preparing our pre-application to the council with regard to expanding and renovating the stadium, with the goal being within two and a half years, we’ll have 20,000 seats.“With the further goal, if things work out well, to go into 23,000 seats.“It’ll allow us to provide more hospitality, it’ll allow us to take care of some of the 15,000 people that are currently on our waiting list and the stadium will be completely renovated. “It’s going to be beautiful. And we looked at other options. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”We looked at building a new stadium and working that out, we finally decided it would take us about five or six years.“So in this case, we will renovate this stadium and we’ll do it in such a way that no fans will be disrupted, it won’t be shut down, everyone will have their seat and then we’ll move forward and be able to start expanding our base.”The Cherries recently unveiled their new state-of-the-art training centreCredit: X @afcbournemouthThe new facility cost £40m and has been likened to a James Bond villain lairCredit: Getty More

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      Salah stats show he’s ready to get Anfield rocking but Maddison could be in a foul mood  – Weekend Wager’s best bets

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      SUNSPORT’S Weekend Wager uses in-depth stats and detailed analysis to find the best value bets this weekend.And it could be a party for our experts, as well as at Anfield, if their tips come off – as Liverpool bid to seal the Premier League title.Mo Salah has an incredible 27 goals in 33 Prem games this termCredit: AlamyJames Maddison & Co aim to delay Liverpool’s title party with a shock Tottenham win at Anfield on SundayCredit: RexSunSport’s Will Pugh was joined by football broadcaster Kweku Afari and Betfair expert Sam Rosbottom to give their verdicts on this weekend’s most enticing selections.Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa, FA Cup, Saturday 5.15pmKweku: Rashford three or more shots 7/5″It’s hard to gauge Villa because that was a really good win against Newcastle but against Man City they failed to really capitalise.”If you look at Marcus Rashford, a player rejuvenated at Villa and Unai Emery seems to be getting the best out of him, and the stats back that up as well.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Rashford has had at least three shots on target in both of his FA Cup starts for Villa this season which suggests he’s going to be heavily involved if he does start.”I expect Villa to win and Rashford to have a very, very good game.”Marcus Rashford is in hot form on loan for VillaCredit: PABEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKVilla might feel the omens are goodWill: Game to be decided via a penalty shootout 9/2″Villa are having a brilliant season and this presents that opportunity to go that one step further and lift the cup that their fans are longing for.Most read in Boxing”Villa have won none of their last four matches against Palace in all competitions, drawn one and lost three, conceded 13 goals and Palace knocked them out of the League Cup.”Everyone’s going for a Villa win but I just can’t see it.”I think Palace are a bit more switched on than people give them credit for. “A bit of a sluggish start to the season but coming into their own – a great performance, very much deserved that point at Arsenal. And I just think it will be a cagey one that goes to pens.”Sam: Konsa to have one or more shots at 5/4″Villa have got an unbelievable squad – one of the best in the Premier League. On Tuesday night they brought on Ollie Watkins and Marco Asensio!”It’s a semi-final at Wembley. These games are always cagey and tight. But I do think Villa will have just enough to get over the line with that squad depth. “With it being cagey and tight I can see set-pieces being absolutely crucial in this one and Villa have a good couple of threats in their team. “Looking at the centre-halfs, Tyrone Mings and Ezri Konsa – I am going to side with Konsa to have a shot at 5/4. Villa defender Ezri Konsa could be a big menace from set-piecesCredit: Alamy”I think that’s a really nice bit of value, especially when we’re looking at corners. He’s had four shots in his last four games, four shots on target in his last nine matches. “It could be one of those (games) where a defender pops up and makes the difference.”Liverpool vs Tottenham, Prem, 4.30pm SundayKweku: Liverpool to score 3 or more goals 4/6″For Spurs forget about progressing or getting decent results in the league – it’s all about the Europa league, so I’m very much backing Liverpool in this one.The goal stats could be ominous for Spurs”Liverpool have been by far the best team in the Premier League this season. Arne Slot has done a fantastic job since coming in. “Liverpool have scored at least one goal in each of their last 29 Premier League games – stretching back to September, when they lost 1-0 against Nottingham Forest, their only home defeat this season.”Spurs have conceded 10 goals against Liverpool this season, losing 6-3 in the league and 4-0 in the League Cup semi-final second leg. “We expect Liverpool to be in celebratory mood and I expect them to score a few goals as well.”Sam:  Salah, three or more shots on target 2/1″My bet’s not much braver, to be fair!”Mo Salah’s had seven shots in his last Premier League game, that 1-0 win over Leicester.”And he had four shots on target the last time Liverpool played Spurs, that 4-0 victory in the League Cup. I really fancy this bet.”Mo Salah will hope to again be the Reds’ main manCredit: ReutersLiverpool hitman Salah has been peppering in goal attemptsSam: Maddison to commit two or more fouls at 6/4 “Anfield is going to be in jovial, celebratory mood.”Spurs, while their eggs are very much in the Europa League basket, are going to want to spoil a little bit of the party, so they might want to stink the place out a little.”I’m thinking fouls here and there, and if there’s a player who absolutely loves a little niggly foul it is James Maddison!”And for him to commit two or more fouls at 6/4 is something that I really like.”Maddison has committed seven fouls in his last three Premier League appearances, so again he could be the one for the fouls.”Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn, middleweight boxing, Saturday. from 10pmSam: Eubank Jr to win by a ninth-round stoppage 13/1″There’s a hydration clause. This is something that’s a little bit new for him (Eubank Jr.)”We have odds boosted of him to win by TKO or KO at 23/10.”When you look at the records, these guys do love knockouts.”Conor Benn has got a record of 23 wins, 14 knockouts, no losses, so he’s in good form.”Looking at that family history, Eubank Jr to win by a ninth-round stoppage 13/1, which would replicate Eubank Senior (against Nigel Benn) in 1990.”Here are some of the big-fight flutters that could be temptingKweku fight verdict:Read More on The Sun”If Conor Benn gets it done, he gets it done early… but I think Eubank has got too much experience, and it’s been at a higher level than Benn. “And we don’t know what Conor Benn would look like if he’s dragged into deep waters with Eubank, so I’ve got Eubank to win on points.”Eubank Jr is odds-on to win the family grudge fight More

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      Conor Benn net worth and how much he is getting paid for huge Chris Eubank Jr fight

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      CONOR BENN is no stranger to huge cheques – but his upcoming fight is set to be the biggest payday yet.Anytime the British superstar steps foot in the ring, he takes home money that a lot of people may never see in their lifetime.Conor Benn is set to receive his biggest pay cheque to dateCredit: GettyAnd Benn is expected to more than double his career earnings when he settles his bitter feud with Chris Eubank Jr.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSWhat is Conor Benn’s net worth?It has been widely reported that Conor Benn’s net worth ranges between £3million and £5million.Benn’s purse per fight has expectedly increased from when he was a young prospect until now.And while his earnings for each fight have been kept away from the public eye, reports suggest that Benn makes anywhere between £500k to £1m everytime he steps in the ring.Read more on Conor BennFurthermore, after defeating former champion Chris Aligeri in 2021, the son of boxing mogul Nigel Benn was spotted driving a gold-wrapped Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG worth approximately £125k.Conor also owns a stunning £110k Porsche 911 Carrera 4S with a personalised plate ‘KO13ENN’ – which he proudly calls his ‘weekend car’.The British star was expected to take home around £3.5m for his cancelled fight with Chris Eubank Jr.But Benn’s upcoming purse for the rescheduled bout is set to outdo all of the above.Most read in BoxingHow much is Conor Benn getting paid for Chris Eubank Jr grudge match?Conor Benn will take home £8m of the £18m purse to Chris Eubank Jr, according to reports.And Eubank Jr broke his silence on the contract situation.The British boxer said: “Many of you would have heard Eddie boasting about a 60-40 split he secured for Conor.”That’s just an absolute lie, which is not surprising. The truth of it is, Uncle Turki flew in and saved the day like the superhero he is.”This is the Saudi show, he called me and said, ‘What do you want to make this fight?'”I’m sitting there thinking, ‘I’ve got to be a businessman now, and any good businessman in any negotiation, starts with an aggressively high number, then there are counter offers and negotiating and you get to the number.”I gave him a diabolical number, I gave him an inconceivable number, and he said, ‘Done, I’ll send you the contract on Monday.’ I’m thinking I could have got more, or a couple of watches out of him!”There is no split, there are no percentages, you lied to the public in front of everybody and now I’m setting this straight.”Read More on The SunOne thing for certain is that Benn will receive a welcomed bonus of £375k as Eubank Jr failed to meet the requirements at the weigh-in on Friday.When is Eubank Jr vs Benn?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26.Ring walks are set to take place from 10pm BSTThe Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plays host. More

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      Why was Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn called off?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn FINALLY step into the ring, three years after the pair were originally set to clash.It’s about time the family feud between Eubank and Benn carried on, but it was originally meant to back in 2022.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will finally go head to head this weekendChris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn first fought in 1990Credit: GettyChris Eubank Jr will be hoping to continue the legacy of father Chris Eubank Sr in the feud, and pick up a win over Conor Benn, as his father did when he fought Nigel Benn in 1990.As in 2022, the fight in 2025 has kicked off with controversy, as Chris Eubank Jr failed to make the weight and was fined £300,000. Despite it being Benn who caused the original fight to be cancelled, Eubank Jr has been the talk of the controversy in 2025, also slapping Benn with an egg in the build up. The fathers of Eubank Jr and Benn fought twice, firstly in a Eubank Sr victory in 1990, then a draw in 1993, with a trilogy fight never agreed.Read more EUbank Jr vs BennNow, there will be a trilogy, as their sons will be continuing their fathers legacy, as well as putting their own personal grudges on the line this weekend!Why was Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn cancelled in 2022?Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn were originally meant to face off against each other back in 2022, but Benn had failed a drugs test after testing positive for Clomifene.Benn has now been largely inactive since 2022, but steps into the ring again at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Now, three years after the first scheduled fight, and 35 years since the scintillating rivalry began, we’re not far at all from a Eubank and a Benn stepping into the ring again!Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoWhen is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?The early-anticipated bout takes place on Saturday, April 26.The card will start from 5pm BST.Ring walks for this fight are yet to be announced but are predicted to be around 9,45pm BST with the fight at 10pm BST.The event will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.What TV channel is Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur and can it be live streamed?The card is available on both Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV, for £19.95.As well as being available on TV, the event will be streamed on SkyGO and DAZN’s website.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog every round of the card as it happens.Who is on the undercard of Chris Eubank vs Conor Benn? More