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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

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

    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’

    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

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

    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.
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    Take on Piers Morgan at Dream Team for your chance to win the £50,000 – or one of the weekly £100 prizes

    HAVING the bragging rights over Piers Morgan – or winning £50,000?Whatever your reason is for playing Dream Team, there’s no better time to get involved than right NOW!
    Take on Piers Morgan this season with Dream Team – PIN: MORGAN23Credit: Getty
    Play Dream Team NOW
    Piers has selected his team ahead of the new season and is ready to take YOU on.
    Dream Team goes global this year with managers from across the world now able to take part!
    This year will see more cash winners than ever before too, with the overall winner banking a cool £50,000 and the 20 runners-up taking home £1,000 each.
    And with £100 up for grabs for the top boss EVERY WEEK and some exciting changes made to the game itself, there’s loads to play for!
    The best part is Dream Team continues to be FREE to play.
    So set up Mini Leagues with your mates or enter Piers’ celebrity league – PIN: MORGAN23 – to keep track of your progress and ensure you celebrate coming out on top!
    If you didn’t know who Piers supported (firstly, what rock do you live under…) then you most certainly will now when catching a glimpse of his selections.
    Piers’ team is rammed with Gunners!Credit: DREAM TEAM
    Unsurprisingly his XI is stacked with Arsenal stars, with no less than SIX included.
    Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale (£4m) is picked between the sticks, playing behind William Saliba (3.5m) and Oleksandr Zinchenko (£3.5m), with Manchester City’s Manuel Akanji (£4.5m) making up a back three.
    Piers has opted for a five-man midfield with Bukayo Saka (£6m), Gabriel Martinelli (£4.5m) and new boy Declan Rice (£3.5m) continuing the Arsenal trend.
    City’s Rodri (£4m) and Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma (£3.5m) are the two others across the middle.
    Alexander Isak (£4m) looks set to operate more through the middle this season and is selected alongside Erling Haaland (£8.5m) – the game’s most expensive player – in a formidable attacking pairing.
    Think you could do better? Come and play Dream Team – and join Piers’ league using PIN: MORGAN23 and prove it!

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    OnlyFans star Elle Brooke teases fans with underboob after trolling Piers Morgan over her porn career

    ELLE BROOKE trolled Piers Morgan following their debate on her porn career. The OnlyFans star-turned influencer boxing star joined Morgan on TalkTV to discuss her decision to become an adult film star.
    Elle Brooke teases fans with her underboobCredit: https://www.instagram.com/thedumbledong/?hl=en
    Ellie Brooke is an OnlyFans starCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
    She has also crossed over to boxingCredit: PA
    And Brooke said: “I saw how much money people were earning and thought ‘Hey, I can do that too’.
    “And turns out I am pretty good at getting my clothes off – this is the career for me. I’m good at what I do.”
    And it appears Brooke is right after she uploaded a screenshot of her earnings on subscription-based site OnlyFans.
    She revealed an influx of subscribers with the caption: “Thanks Piers.”
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    Brooke’s good mood continued as she uploaded a picture showing off her underboob and wrote: “Good morning.”
    During their discussion, Morgan probed what Brooke’s family thought of her unconventional career.
    He asked whether they were “incredibly disappointed” that she decided to “pack it all in to take your clothes off for perfect strangers on OnlyFans”.
    Brooke confidently responded: “Piers, my dad is dead and my mum is on my payroll – my family are fine”.
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    She further explained that her mum did not do anything “rude” but worked “behind the scenes”, mostly doing admin.
    After being quizzed on what her future kids might thing of her X-rated career, Brooke laughed it off and replied: “They can cry in a Ferrari”.
    The Manchester City fan is currently 3-0 as a boxer, last beating social media influencer Aleksandra Daniel.
    Elle Brooke is 3-0 as a boxerCredit: Getty
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    Relive Liverpool vs Arsenal through Piers Morgan’s roller coaster Twitter feed, from half-time taunt to ‘torture’ tweet

    SUN columnist Piers Morgan didn’t hold back while watching an absolute rollercoaster of a clash between Liverpool and his beloved Arsenal.Piers witnessed the Gunners’ Premier League title hopes being dealt a blow after a last-gasp 2-2 draw against the Reds at Anfield.
    Piers Morgan didn’t hold back on Twitter during Liverpool vs Arsenal
    The TV personality’s pre-match confidence paid off after just eight minutes when Gabriel Martinelli put the the North Londoners ahead.
    Mikel Arteta’s men then doubled their lead only 20 minutes later with Gabriel Jesus, who showed quite the timing on Easter Sunday – an irony caught up by many, including the TalkTV presenter.
    But Mohamed Salah put the Merseysiders back on the game with a strike just three minutes before half-time.
    Piers, however, felt confident at half-time as he treated himself with a cuppa on his favourite mug and taunted Liverpool fans… a little too soon.
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    Tension started to build up afterwards with players getting on each others’ faces and the 58-year-old begging usual suspect Granit Xhaka not to see red.
    But the first-half dominance gave way to “torture”, which became too much for the SunSport columnist who almost saw his team crumble on 54 minutes when Salah missed a penalty.
    Aaron Ramsdale went on to produce some vital saves, which led to the broadcaster channelling in his inner Meg Ryan.
    But Sally quickly turned into Jack Torrance as Arsenal conceded a last-gasp equaliser by Roberto Firmino just three minutes before full-time.
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    Fans quickly took to social media to let their voices heard and took a cheeky swipe at Piers.
    One supporter tweeted: “That was coming.”
    Another posted: “North London, the kings of bottling titles.”
    A third commented: “Runners up is still pretty good though.”
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    Arsenal were dealt a title blow after their last-gasp draw with LiverpoolCredit: Getty
    This fan said: “Always said Arsenal will bottle it and so happy we facilitated that.”
    And that one wrote: “The choking has started.”
    Arsenal are now six points ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand.
    City will also get to host the Premier League leaders on April 26 at the Etihad.
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    Regroup, Arsenal. Go again. 👊— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) April 9, 2023 More