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WAYNE BRIDGE has lifted the lid on an “unbelievable” fight between two of his ex-Chelsea team-mates.The former full-back, 44, played for the Blues between 2003 and 2006.Wayne Bridge discussed his former team-mates on a podcastBridge, 44, played for Chelsea between 2003 and 2009Credit: GettyBridge won back-to-back titles with the West Londoners while playing alongside the likes of Frank Lampard, Didier Drogba and John Terry.Despite the team’s success, it’s claimed that two of Chelsea’s less successful signings during this period once had a dressing room bust-up.Appearing on The Dressing Room podcast alongside former team-mates Joe Cole and Carlton Cole, Bridge lifted the lid on the incident.He said: “The best one I’ve seen was Shevchenko and Tal Ben Haim.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Tal loved to smash people. I think there were a couple of incidents between them, I think Sheva gave him a warning. You know what Tal is like. Then there was another smash from Tal.”They both basically ended up in each other’s faces. And the combo Sheva threw. Unbelievable. It was something like a jab, cross, hook, cross. Bang, bang, bang, bang! Game over. It was done mate. “You just move on then, it was sorted. Tal just had to swallow a bit of pride and move on. And just don’t go near Sheva again!”Shevchenko, now 48, had arrived at the Bridge from AC Milan in a £30.8million deal in 2006.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAndriy Shevchenko played 77 times for the BluesCredit: Getty Images – GettyTal Ben Haim lasted one season at Stamford BridgeCredit: ReutersHe struggled to replicate his form in Italy after moving to the Premier League, managing 22 goals in 77 Blues appearances across the following two seasons.Ben Haim, meanwhile, never established himself as a Stamford Bridge regular after moving on a free transfer in 2007.Ex-Chelsea star Wayne Bridge has to be pulled apart from KSI after brutal John Terry jibe at Misfits 20Following just 23 Blues appearances he left for Manchester City just 12 months after signing.Bridge knows a thing or two about the fight game.In January he accepted a bout with YouTuber KSI, scheduled for March 29.Bridge subsequently withdrew, however, after KSI made juvenile jibes about his ex Vanessa Perroncel’s alleged affair with Terry.Bridge had been booked to fight KSI on March 29Credit: Getty More

THE SON of an Arsenal legend did his old man proud with a wonder goal to leave teammates in disbelief.Sam Merson, 29, plays for Hanworth Villa in the 15th tier of English football.Sam Merson scored an amazing volley playing in England’s 15th tierCredit: X @FarnhamTownFCHe is the son of Premier League legend Paul MersonCredit: AlamyThe ace is the kid of former England and Arsenal star Paul.He scored 157 goals during a glittering career for club and country.But none of them will have come close to the one son Sam netted last night.Merson Jr’s Hanworth Villa were taking on Farnham Town when he produced a piece of real quality.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe forward did an incredible pirouette as he took down a high ball with his left foot.Merson swiped it one time over his body before twisting himself to face goal while on the edge of the Farnham box.And in one smooth movement, he then unleashed a rocket of a volley which fired over the goalie into the back of the net.Merson’s goal sparked wild celebrations among fans and teammates alike.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd nobody was more pleased than dad Paul, who said: “What a goal last night, unreal.”Fans also loved Merson’s incredible effort.Fans baffled as Paul Merson ‘dresses like a lemon’ for Sky Sports Soccer Saturday return… but there’s a reason for itSam Merson plays for minnows Hanworth VillaCredit: X @Sammerson1Dad Paul led the tributes to his goalCredit: GettyOne said: “Superb finish.”Another declared: “Touch of the old man’s magic there Merse.”One noted: “What a hit son.”Another added: “Some goal that.” More

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