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    ‘You f***ed up’ – Explosive moment Conor Benn tries to attack Chris Eubank Jr on Piers Morgan Uncensored

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    CONOR BENN tried to square up to Chris Eubank Jr during their heated interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored. The rivals from birth meet in an April 26 middleweight clash at Tottenham’s stadium – 34 years on from their dads’ iconic first fight.Conor Benn tried to square up to Chris Eubank Jr during their heated interviewCredit: X @PiersUncensoredEubank cracked an EGG over Benn in their launch press conference – a reference to his failed drug test in 2022. Benn’s dad Nigel grabbed Eubank by the throat as tensions boiled over on stage. And just two days later, Eubank told Nigel: “I’m just letting you know, if your hand ever touches me again, you won’t get it back.”The middleweight and unbeaten welterweight sat down for a fiery interview with Morgan on TalkTV – airing Friday.READ MORE IN BOXINGEubank, 35, said: “No one else can touch me. And if they do, they’ll be consequences.” Benn, 28, fired back: “Consequences to what? If I was to slap you right now what you gonna do?” The son of a legend then lunges towards Eubank, who said: “Go on, go ahead.” Benn, who lunges once more at his rival, said: “You f***ed up talking about my dad.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEubank responded: “You f***ed up by taking this fight.” His dad Sr famously beat Benn’s dad Nigel in 1990 before walking away with a controversial draw three years later.Conor Benn pulled apart from Chris Eubank Jr after SLAP at Battle of Britain press conferenceAlmost three decades on and the sons were set for a 157lb catchweight clash – but it was dramatically canned with just days to go.Benn tested positive for banned substance Clomifene – which is known to boost testosterone.As he pleaded his innocence, the WBC suggested the tests could have been down to a high consumption of eggs.Benn later had his UK Anti-Doping ban lifted and now prepares to re-apply for a British Boxing Board of Control licence after being allowed to fight on.But Eubank’s egg slap was a reference to Benn’s failed test while accusing him of being a “drug cheat.”Sun columnist Morgan opened up on the tense interview on talkSPORT radio and revealed: “It was fascinating. “It was probably the most tense interview I think I’ve ever conducted, with two guys sitting next to each other I was told I had to have security between them.”I thought it was all a bit theatrical. They went: ‘No you don’t understand, these guys really do hate each other and if you’re not careful they could just literally start winding into each other’, which very nearly happened.READ MORE SUN STORIES”They squared off at one stage. I thought they’re actually going to have a fight right here in the studio.”They really loathe each other and a lot of that is down to the 30 year history between their families.”Eubank cracked an egg over BennCredit: PA More

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      ‘There’s two things I’d like to say’ – Piers Morgan leaves voicenote for ‘Mr Humble’ Erling Haaland after Arsenal win

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      PIERS MORGAN has rubbed salt into Erling Haaland and Manchester City’s wounds in spectacular fashion.SunSport columnist Morgan left Haaland a cheeky voicenote following Arsenal’s brutal 5-1 drubbing of City at the Emirates on Sunday.Erling Haaland was on target at the Emirates, but struggled for the majority of the matchCredit: RexMorgan, like the tens of thousands of Arsenal fans inside the stadium, revelled in Haaland’s misfortunes.It comes after the Norwegian memorably clashed with the Gunners in a fierce post-match melee in the reverse fixture at the Etihad in September.Following John Stones’ dramatic injury time equaliser in the 2-2 draw, Haaland was seen throwing the ball at Gabriel Magalhaes’ head.And tempers flared after the full-time whistle, where he asked Hale End graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly, “Who the f*** are you?'” after the debtuant got in his face.READ MORE ON ARSENALHaaland then proceeded to tell Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to, “Stay humble”, before labelling ex-Citizens forward Gabriel Jesus as a “f****** clown”.His words were firmly in the minds of the Arsenal squad and fanbase, including Morgan, who sent a voicenote to talkSPORT.He said: “This is Piers Morgan for talkSPORT, I’ve just got back from the stadium after watching Arsenal demolish Manchester City 5-1.”The last time we played City, Erling Haaland had a lot to say for himself at the end of the game.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Well, there are two things I’d like to say after today’s game Erling.”One is, I think you know who Mr Lewis-Skelly is now. And secondly, stay humble.Arsenal player ratings vs Man City – article”The way you lot are playing, you’re going to have a lot to be humble about.”Reacting to Morgan’s message, talkSPORT co-host Jeff Stelling joked: “Ah, the most humble man on the planet, Piers Morgan, having his say.”Ally McCoist then added: “The man who put the ‘H’ in humble.”And like Morgan, most of Arsenal’s starting XI taunted the Norway international all game.Gabriel screamed in the 24-year-old’s face for their opener before Lewis-Skelly mimicked Haaland’s meditation celebration.Haaland walked over to the away end at full-time his golden Prem badge on his shirt sleeve that indicates they are reigning champions.READ MORE SUN STORIESTold of Arsenal’s mocking celebrations, Guardiola smiled and said: “That’s good… that’s good.”Meanwhile, Arteta’s men are working to overturn a 2-0 deficit in the second-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final away at Newcastle on Wednesday.Arsenal player ratings vs Man CityARSENAL stunned Man City 5-1 at the Emirates on Sunday evening.It was an incredible result against their rivals of recent years.Here, we take a look at how the Gunners rated…David Raya – 7/10Had very little to do in the first half but made a brilliant save in the 22nd minute to deny a goalbound header from Josko Gvardiol. Made another stunning save two minutes from the half-time interval, stopping a deflected Savinho shot from close range. Powerless to stop Erling Haaland’s 55th-minute header from briefly levelling the scores.Jurrien Timber – 6Didn’t offer his usual attacking threat going forward but was solid defensively. Picked up a pointless yellow breaking up a harmless counter-attack in the 24th minute. Almost scored late in the second half.William Saliba – 5Didn’t have much to do in the first half but won all his aerial battles in the first 45 minutes. Marshalled the defence well early in the second period but was embarrassingly outjumped and outmuscled by Haaland for City’s equaliser – a major flaw of his that continues to be exposed.Gabriel Magalhaes – 6Like his defensive partner, he was seldom called into action in the first half. Dominant in the air in his battles with Haaland, who he trolled after Odegaard’s goal.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8Continues to endear himself to the Emirates faithful with composure and tenacity beyond his years as he brilliantly floated between left back and midfield. Put real daylight between the two sides with a thumping finish just after the hour mark. This young lad is a real bright prospect for both the Gunners and England.His trolling of Haaland by copying the Norwegian’s ‘Lotus’ celebration went down a storm with fans.Thomas Partey – 7Steady in the heart of midfield and broke up play well when required. Fired the Gunners back into the lead in the 57th minute with a deflected shot from outside the box.Martin Odegaard – 7Was in the right place at the right time to benefit from the aftermath of an uncharacteristic Manuel Akanji error and break the deadlock. Was at the heart of everything good the north Londoners did going forward.Declan Rice – 6Combative, as always, in the middle of the park and played a role in the home side taking the lead, teeing up Havertz who squared the ball to Odegaard.Leandro Trossard – 6Was particularly lively on the left in the first half, giving Matheus Nunes a real run for his money. His end product, however, wasn’t the best.Gabriel Martinelli – 6Lively on the right wing in the early goings. Found the back of the net in the fifth minute after some beautiful play from Odegaard but was needlessly offside. Forced a good save out of Ortega with a rasping effort in the 68th minute.Kai Havertz – 6Lively early doors, testing Stefan Ortega with a tame shot in the first minute. Teed up Odegaard for a tap in a few moments later. Missed a golden opportunity to double the lead in the 25th minute, dragging the ball wide with the goal at his absolute mercy. Made amends for his howler by finishing an even harder chance in the 76th minute. He well and truly needed that as he looked absolutely devoid of confidence.SUBSEthan Nwaneri – 83 (on for Trossard) – 7Put the cherry on top of the cake with an outrageous effort in second-half stoppage time.Mikel Merino – 83 (on for Odegaard) – 5Raheem Sterling – 89 (on for Kai Havertz ) – N/ARiccardo Calafiori 89 (on for Lewis-Skelly) – N/ARead more on all the latest Arsenal news. More

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      ‘Tell me Arteta didn’t say that,’ says Piers Morgan after Arsenal manager’s ’embarrassing’ trophy claim

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      PIERS MORGAN was left flabbergasted by Mikel Arteta’s defence of his trophy haul at Arsenal.Arteta has transformed his former club into bonafide title contenders since replacing Unai Emery at the Emirates helm in December 2019.Mikel Arteta guided Arsenal to FA Cup glory in his debut season at the clubCredit: AFPThe Spaniard also counts the Gunners’ Community Shield triumphs during his reign as major trophiesCredit: APGunners superfan Piers Morgan was left stunned by Arteta’s commentsThe north Londoners, however, only have one major trophy to show for all of their manager’s hard work – the 2019-20 FA Cup.But the Gunners’ Spanish supremo insists he’s a THREE-TIME trophy winner.When it was put to him that he’d only won one trophy, the 42-year-old replied: “And the charity shield as well, twice, no? So it’s three.”Arteta’s comments quickly came to the attention of Arsenal superfan Morgan, who wrote on X: “Oh no… please tell me Arteta didn’t say that?”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSMorgan’s followers were quick to react, with one saying: “Yes he did.”Another said: “He didn’t lie though, did he?”And another said: “That’s his idea of success.”One remarked with a series of laughing emojis: “That great mentality – small club.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan DaviesARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him.Another chimed in: “Arteta is the new [Erik] Ten Hag. except Ten Hag won two real trophies in less time.”Arteta’s troops could take a giant step towards their first major trophy in nearly five years tomorrow night in their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Crystal Palace.Arsenal could turn to Tierney as Arteta hints at January transfer spree He said of the cup run: “It is really helpful, it brings belief, trust, positive energy, touching the cup, and being in the semi-final and beating somebody in the final.“It is that energy and it creates the right path to go and do something else, particularly because of the timing and when the competition is played in this country, it gets that momentum going.“I fully believe in that, the fact that you are winning and you get into the next round and it creates something different around the team and that is why these kind of games are so important.“It keeps everyone on their toes and everyone is willing to play those games and those competitions and if you can win it is momentum and belief and you are ready.”The team is engaged every three days so to try to achieve that for the bigger ones.” More

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      Piers Morgan shares humiliating throwback picture as Arsenal super-fan shows extent of his ‘one day only’ Spurs support

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      ARSENAL super-fan Piers Morgan has shared an old picture of him wearing a Tottenham shirt to show the extent of his “one day only” Spurs support.The talk show host has declared he wants the Gunners’ biggest rivals to nick a result from Manchester City to help the club win their first Premier League title since the 2003-04 Invincibles 20 years ago.Piers Morgan has shared a throwback picture of him in a Tottenham shirtCredit: X/ piersmorganPiers wants Tottenham to thrash Man City to help Arsenal win the Premier League titleCredit: gettyTottenham take on Man City in North London on Tuesday night before this weekend’s final round of fixtures.The Cityzens enter the contest in second position, a single point behind Mikel Arteta’s side and with an inferior goal difference (+61 vs +58).If they beat Tottenham on Tuesday and then West Ham on the final day of the season at the Etihad, a sixth title in seven years – and fourth in a row – is theirs.But a loss in the capital and Arsenal will simply need to beat Everton to lift the title, with a draw potentially leaving their fate down to goal difference.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis is why Arsenal star Kai Havertz revealed he will “be the biggest fan of Tottenham on Tuesday.”And now die-hard Gunners fan Piers has echoed the German forward’s sentiment ahead of the clash.To show just how devoted he is to backing Spurs, the Sun columnist shared an old picture of him being forced to wear the white jersey on Sky Sports after losing a bet to Peter Crouch.The 59-year-old tweeted: “UPDATE: Tomorrow, for one day only, I’m a Spurs fan – however painful that may be.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd Arsenal fans are in full support of Piers as one said: “We are behind you.”Another added: “We all watching Spurs tomorrow, I give them my 100 per cent support to win the match.”Arsenal fans set off fireworks outside ‘Man City hotel’ at 2am before Tottenham game – but team were still in MANCHESTERA third then put, “COYG🔥🔥” followed by a picture of Martin Odegaard, Havertz and Bukayo Saka all in Spurs shirts.Piers even added: “If [the match] means me putting on the dreaded white shirt and chanting ‘Ossie’s Dream’ then so be it.” More

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      Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand hides behind the sofa and turns off Palace thumping after being called out by Piers Morgan

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      ARSENAL fan Piers Morgan called Rio Ferdinand out on X yesterday as Manchester United were thumped 4-0 by Crystal Palace.It was United’s heaviest defeat this season, with Michael Olise adding Palace’s fourth just after the hour mark.Morgan took to X to poke fun at Rio FerdinandCredit: PAThe two engaged in a war of wordsCredit: PAUnited were lucky in the end not to lose by more, and Talk TV host and Sun columnist Piers Morgan wasted no time in letting Ferdinand know about it.Arsenal fan Morgan took to X to post:”Hi mate, @rioferdy5 – you OK? #Tears4Rio”.Ferdinand hit back at Morgan straight away while also joking that he had been watching the game from “behind the sofa”.He wrote: “Hey #moobs. I’m behind the sofa ffs 🤦🏽‍♂️ Make sure ya tuck them moobs in ya long johns while jumping around and gloating over our embarrassing performance tho @piersmorgan 😘”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMorgan then replied saying: “I’d focus on the massive t*ts playing for your team mate..”Frustrated after seeing his team well beaten by Palace, Ferdinand then told his 11.6million X followers: “Going bed… night all 🤬”A delighted Morgan quoted that post and responded with: “🤣🤣🤣🤣”Morgan is enjoying having the bragging rights over United this season, with Arsenal currently top of the Premier League table.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Gunners are currently on 83 points and sit one point ahead of Manchester City.City could overtake them though should they win their game in hand against Arsenal’s North London rivals Tottenham.How Arteta turned Havertz from expensive flop to Arsenal’s gamechangerUnited, meanwhile, continue to plummet down the table and are now in eighth, outside of a European spot.They have been overtaken by Chelsea who continue to look revitalise under former Spurs and PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino.Morgan then continued to troll United fans ahead of The Red Devils and Arsenal facing off on Sunday.He wrote: “Oh no… at this rate Ten Hag will be sacked before Sunday. We need him still there. 🙏🙏🙏”I used to give Declan Rice compliments on the football pitch… I couldn’t help myself, says Troy DeeneyBy Troy Deeney
      THERE are certain people that you come across in football and you know instantly who they are, what they’re about and what the trajectory of their life is going to be.
      Anyone who has worked or grown up with Declan Rice knows that he has always been destined for the top.
      When he was at West Ham, he was a centre-half who played in midfield purely to help out and ended up excelling.
      The way he used to listen and learn from his old captain Mark Noble and be a student of the game was second to none.
      And because of that, whenever I interacted with him on a football pitch, I never felt the need to be disrespectful towards him because there was just a pure will to win.
      We would tell each other to ‘do one’ every now and again but then I would get these weird moments when he would do something special and I couldn’t help but say, ‘Good touch, mate’.
      He had this joyful atmosphere around him which you can see in all of his interviews, even now at Arsenal. You never see him get in trouble, being outlandish, but he has that jokey personality.
      He is still quite kiddish at 25, yet with a very serious body and mind in terms of being the best player he can be.
      When he was announced as England captain against Belgium, there was no outrage, no shock or surprise or, ‘Why him?’. It was more a sense of, ‘Yeah, that makes sense’.
      There is no doubt in my mind that he is in line to take the armband for his country full-time after Harry Kane moves on, alongside his midfield partner Jude Bellingham.
      Read Troy Deeney’s column in full. More

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      Piers Morgan and Ian Wright say Arsenal ‘got away with it’ as VAR slammed for controversial decisions vs Bournemouth

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      ARSENAL legend Ian Wright and Gooner Piers Morgan both admitted they “got away with it” against Bournemouth as VAR dominated again.The Gunners restored their four-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory.Bournemouth had a goal ruled out due to Dominic Solanke’s challenge on David RayaCredit: GettyIt was eventually ruled out after a lengthy VAR checkCredit: TNT SportsFans were fuming over the decision to give Arsenal a penalty after this foul on HavertzCredit: GettyIan Wright claims that he felt it was never a penaltyCredit: GettyBukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice all got on the scoresheet to pile the pressure on second-placed Man City ahead of their clash with Wolves.However, the main talking point after the lunchtime game at the Emirates was the much-maligned VAR.And it has led to more calls for the technology to be scrapped.Both teams were on the receiving end of controversial decisions during the game as Cherries ace Ryan Christie escaped a red card for a high tackle while his side also had a goal ruled out in the second half.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSaka and Trossard had already fired Arsenal into a two-goal lead when Antoine Semenyo looked to have got the visitors back into it after bundling home the rebound after Christie’s effort hit the woodwork.But the celebrations were soon cut short as Dominic Solanke was ruled to have fouled goalkeeper David Raya by backing into him during the build-up upon a VAR check.Solanke moved into Raya’s path as the loose ball dropped back into the area as the stopper weakly tried to punch it away, with the ref blowing despite contact being minimal.Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and his coaching staff were furious after watching a replay but, after a lengthy delay of several minutes, the officials at Stockley Park did not advise the ref to check his pitchside monitor.Most read in FootballI played with Ian Wright at Arsenal for six years… he used to go ballistic and fight rival players in changing rooms-That was after the away side believed they should have received a penalty moments earlier when Philip Billing was pulled back by William Saliba.However, VAR failed to intervene this time, placing the team working on the technology under more scrutiny.And it even led to TalkTV host and Arsenal fan Piers calling for it to be axed completely.He wrote on X: “VAR is so bad that even when Arsenal get a verdict our way (like just now), I still hate the bloody thing for the way it sucks all the joy out of the game.”Meanwhile, former Gunners striker Wright admitted VAR had robbed Bournemouth.He wrote: “Didn’t think it was a penalty. Bournemouth’s goal should have stood.”Wright was referring to Kai Havertz being brought down by Bournemouth goalkeeper Mark Travers which led to Saka scoring from the penalty spot.Arsenal fan Piers Morgan called for VAR to be axedCredit: ReutersFans were fuming that “Havertz knew what he was doing” by dangling out a leg to initiate contact.And other supporters were raging as well after the full-time whistle over the incidents.“I’ve had enough of VAR,” blasted one fed-up viewer.A Gooner wrote: “That’s a goal all day, I have to be honest.“VAR a shambles for all involved, just have to hope it’s not your team each week.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile a third added: “Premier League implementation of VAR is baffling. VAR isn’t supposed to re-referee games.“It’s simply supposed to tell the ref if and when he’s made a clear and obvious mistake. That’s how it works in other leagues anyway.”Meet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendant
      Tomali Benson – partner of Bukayo Saka
      Benson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.
      They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.
      Helene Spilling – partner of Martin Odegaard
      A professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023.
      Sophie Weber – partner of Kai Havertz
      Weber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.
      They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.
      Milly White – partner of Ben White
      The couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.
      Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro Trossard
      The pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.
      They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.
      Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan Rice
      Lauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.
      She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.
      Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron Ramsdale
      Georgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.
      The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo scores second hat-trick in FOUR DAYS as Piers Morgan calls one of TWO free-kick goals ‘vintage’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S second sensational hat-trick in four days left fans claiming he’s still a Ballon d’Or contender aged 39.Ron bagged two free-kicks – one labelled “vintage” by Sun columnist Piers Morgan – before notching a solo special and being taken off at half-time!Cristiano Ronaldo hit two 20-yard free-kicks in his latest hat-trickCredit: GettyRonaldo celebrated the 65th treble of his incredible careerCredit: ReutersThe Manchester United and Real Madrid legend has now notched 42 goals in 41 games for Al-Nassr this season.The Portugal striker tops the Saudi Pro League charts on 29 – well ahead of Al-Hilal’s ex-Fulham frontman Aleksandar Mitrovic. And the 65th treble of his career suggests Ronaldo, whose fifth and last Ballon d’Or was in 2017, is as hungry as ever.Having netted a hat-trick in Saturday’s 5-1 defeat of Al Tai, Ron was even quicker and slicker off the mark in Tuesday’s 8-0 romp against Abha.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe ex-Juventus dazzler drilled home a low free-kick opener on 11 minutes.He then completed a deadball double by fading the ball into the top corner.That earned Ronaldo a new tribute from Morgan, plus verdicts from fans like “Crazy goal record” and “Once again CR7 is proving doubters wrong!”Broadcaster Morgan posted on X: “The GOAT @Cristiano doing yet more GOAT things tonight.. two brilliant free kick goals, this one vintage Ronaldo.”Most read in FootballBut plenty of viewers were more impressed by his hat-trick clincher – the most nonchalant of chips after taking the ball in his stride 25 yards out.One fan responded: “We’ll push him for Ballon d’Or 2024.” Cristiano Ronaldo leaves fans convinced he’s ‘racking up the retirement money’ as he throws weight behind latest projectBut amid familiar doubts online about the standard of football in Saudi Arabia, one observer commented: “Now imagine Messi in this league – 7 goals in a match steady.”And despite Ronaldo’s extraordinary scoring rate, Al-Nassr still sit 12 points behind unbeaten leaders Al-Hilal. More

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      Deluded FA creep Luis Rubiales says he kissed Jenni Hermoso ‘like his daughter’ as he’s confronted by Piers Morgan

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      SPANISH FA chief Luis Rubiales insists he is “a good guy” in a sensational 90-minute interview with Piers Morgan on TalkTV.In a revealing sit-down with Piers, deluded Rubiales sensationally compares his kiss with Jenni Hermoso to one he might give his daughters.
      Disgraced FA chief Rubiales will give a revealing interview to Piers Morgan where he discusses the kiss row and insists he is “a good guy”Credit: Talk TV
      The disgraced football president sparked outrage when his country won the Women’s World Cup earlier this month and he kissed player Jenni Hermoso without her consentCredit: Enterprise
      The tense sit down on TalkTV comes after Rubiales sensationally quit last night as FA chief and UEFA vice-presidentCredit: Talk TV
      The disgraced football president, 46, sparked outrage when his country won the Women’s World Cup earlier this month and he kissed Jenni Hermoso without her consent.
      The row caused a shockwave across the international football world, as numerous figures called for his resignation and Spanish prosecutors opened a criminal investigation.

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      Rubiales will double down on his position as he tells Piers: “My intentions were noble, enthusiastic, 100% non-sexual, 100%, I repeat, 100%.”
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      “There was no harm, no sexual content, no aggression, nothing like that.
      “The significance of the kiss to Jenni would have been exactly the same as a kiss to one of my daughters.
      “Between friends and family, that’s very, very common.”
      While he admits in hindsight he would have done things differently, he still describes the kiss as “a very happy moment, a celebration, a euphoric moment”.
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      The FA president will say that he understands he “should have acted in a more solemn, cold and diplomatic way”.
      Piers later confronts the disgraced football star with a statement from England’s Lionesses where they slam his behaviour as “abuse”.
      “Unacceptable actions allowed to happen by a sexist and patriarchal organisation. Abuse is abuse and we have all seen the truth.
      “The behaviour of those who think they are invincible must not be tolerated and people shouldn’t need convincing to take action against any form of harassment.
      “We all stand with you, Jenni Hermoso and all players of the Spanish team.”
      Rubiales again fights back, insisting that he displayed no aggression when he kissed Hermoso, 33.
      “Under no circumstance was there any aggression and under no circumstance was there any sexual content.
      “I want to say that, Piers, again, I made a mistake, I apologise, but let’s be clear, under no circumstance is this sexual aggression.”
      Piers clarified: “No abuse?”
      To which the shamed former pro will say: “Of course not. Of course not. It’s an effusive, happy moment.”
      As Piers presses Rubiales on the possibility of a criminal investigation, the former FA chief doubles down.
      “I have full faith that the truth will come out and everything will be fine. Take a look at my face, I am a good guy.”
      A statement from Spain’s highest court previously said: “Prosecutors from the National Court have opened a preliminary investigation to look into the facts, which could constitute an offence of sexual assault.”
      Prosecutors also reportedly received complaints of “obscene exhibitionism before a minor” when Rubiales appeared to grab his crotch in the stands next to Spain’s Princess Infanta Sofía.
      A Spanish judge has also since agreed to investigate Rubiales following the formal criminal complaint.
      When discussing his crotch-grab after the historic win, Rubiales will be far more apologetic.
      “For this I am truly ashamed… There are no excuses. In Spain, with guys as well as women, there’s an expression which would probably translate to something like, oh my genitals or something to that respect.
      “So, this vulgar expression, basically what it means is: bravo, well done. I apologise because it’s not the behaviour I should have had.”
      He apologised to the Spanish royal family previously for the display, saying: “I apologise to the Queen and the Infanta for a very unedifying gesture. I do not justify myself: sorry.”
      But in the same breath, the deluded footballer claimed the kiss was “affectionate” and Hermoso had “consented”.
      Hermoso herself hit back the following day, admitting she “felt vulnerable and the victim of aggression”.
      The tense sit down on TalkTV comes after Rubiales sensationally quit last night as FA chief and UEFA vice-president following the scandal.
      Despite previously insisting “I AM NOT RESIGNING”, following the kissgate row, the footballer admitted that he couldn’t continue.
      When pressed by Piers on whether he would step down, Rubiales admits: “I am going to – of course I cannot continue my work.”
      Rubiales explains that he came to the difficult decision after speaking with his father and his daughters.
      He says: “They know it’s not a question about me.
      “Some friends very close to me said ‘Luis, now you have to focus on your dignity and continue your life – if not, you are probably going to damage people you love and the sport you love’.
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      “This is more a question of not only me. In this situation now it is more intelligent and the thing I had to do.”
      Rubiales was seen grabbing his crotch near Spain’s Queen and Princess Infanta Sofía after the final whistleCredit: Twitter/@PabloEchenique
      Rubiales’ formal resignation letter was published last night
      Hermoso admitted she “felt vulnerable and the victim of aggression” following the kissCredit: Rex More

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      Spain FA chief Luis Rubiales finally QUITS after kiss row and says he ‘can’t continue’ during Piers Morgan interview

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      SPANISH FA chief Luis Rubiales has finally quit after his kiss row – saying he “can’t continue” in an interview with Piers Morgan.Rubiales revealed is resigning following the scandal over him kissing Spain’s Jenni Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup Final.
      Luis Rubiales has resigned as Spanish FA bossCredit: Talk TV
      Rubiales caused a worldwide storm by kissing Spain’s Jenni Hermoso on the lips at the Women’s World Cup Final.Credit: Enterprise
      Rubiales revealed the bombshell news in an interview with Piers MorganCredit: Talk TV
      He formally announced his resignation from the Spanish FA and from his UEFA vice-presidency tonight after Piers tweeted a clip of his bombshell announcement.
      Asked by Piers whether he would resign in the interview, Rubiales said: “I am going to – of course I cannot continue my work.”
      Rubiales explained that he made the decision after speaking with his father and his daughters.
      He said: “They know it’s not a question about me.
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      “Some friends very close to me said ‘Luis, now you have to focus on your dignity and continue your life – if not, you are probably going to damage people you love and the sport you love’.
      “This is more a question of not only me. In this situation now it is more intelligent and the thing I had to do.”
      After news of his resignation broke, Rubiales tweeted: “I will defend my honour. I will defend my innocence.
      “I have faith in the future. I have faith in the truth.
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      “Thanks everyone.”
      Rubiales spoke about his relationship with his daughters before making the bombshell announcement.
      He said: “I love my daughters so much, and they love me so, so much.
      “I’m very proud of them. They are very close to me.”
      In his defiant resignation letter, Rubiales writes: “It is clear that I will not be able to return to my position.
      “I do not want Spanish football to be harmed by this entirely disproportionate campaign.”
      On Wednesday World Cup Champion Jenni Hermoso presented a complaint of sexual assault against Rubiales to the Spanish prosecutors office.
      The footballer has laid low after FA president Rubiales, 46, kissed her on the lips at last month’s final — sparking outrage.
      State prosecutors are now expected to ask a Spanish court to place the 46-year-old under criminal investigation in the next few days.
      It’s the first formal complaint from Hermoso, 33, following the non consensual kiss after Spain’s victory.
      She lodged the sexual assault complaint in person at the State Attorney General’s Office – as the public ministry will present an official complaint soon against Rubiales soon.
      A judge at Spain’s Audiencia Nacional court in Madrid will be tasked with conducting the probe and deciding whether Rubiales should face charges before inviting prosecutors to indict the suspended Spanish FA president.
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      Watch the full interview on Talk TV’s Piers Morgan Uncensored on Tuesday at 8pm.
      Rubiales’ formal resignation letter was published tonight More