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      Premier League set for festive football feast with rare Christmas Eve clash and games EVERY DAY except Christmas Day

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      ARMCHAIR fans are reportedly set for a huge festive feast of Premier League action that could potentially see Christmas Day as the only day off from action.The already-stacked schedule over Christmas and New Year looks set to be even more crammed this season ahead of the updated schedule being announced.
      Armchair footy fans could be in for a real Christmas treatCredit: Getty
      Plans are being discussed for football to be screened every day bar Christmas DayCredit: Getty
      That is according to the Daily Mail, who state that “clubs are braced for a rearranged festive fixture list that could see Christmas Day left as the only one without a televised game”.
      Premier League execs are currently making their amendments to the match schedule for the back end of December and January.
      They have already announced their TV picks and alterations for the first round of games for December.
      And now they hope to confirm the Festive fixtures and their new timings early this week.
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      This fresh update states that “scheduling a first Premier League game on Christmas Eve since 1995 has been on the agenda” for bosses.
      Wolves’ home clash with Chelsea is the favourite for the controversial TV spot but that has received fierce backlash since speculation emerged last week.
      Top-flight teams are aware that further changes have been discussed and that they would enable supporters to watch at least one match per day – except for December 25.
      However, there are a number of factors to be considered before any official announcement such as travel issues, policing and broadcasters.
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      Due to the Qatar World Cup last winter, last season’s festive fixtures did not get underway until Boxing Day.
      During the 11 day period that followed there was only a December 29 that did not feature a Premier League match on TV.
      This report also states that “at least one match is in line to be pushed back as far as January 2” with the FA Cup third round taking place over the opening weekend of the New Year. More

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      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou undercard: Who else is on epic Saudi boxing bill?

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      TYSON FURY makes his highly-anticipated return to the ring THIS Saturday against UFC icon Francis Ngannou – and the undercard is just as good.Boxing fans haven’t seen the Gypsy King in action since his April 2022 sixth-round TKO on Dillian Whyte.

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      But after months of x-rated rants, the WBC champion has negotiated a fight with MMA star Ngannou.
      However, the Saudi Saturday night main event isn’t the only thing to look forward to as there are some big names on the undercard.
      And SunSport has all the information on who else will be fighting on the night.
      Who is on the Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou undercard?
      Before the huge fight at the top of the bill, fans will get the chance to see Fabio Wardley put his title on the line against David Adeleye.
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      Fabio Wardley will be defending his WBA title against David AdeleyeCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      New Zealand icon Joseph Parker is all set to finally settle his bitter feud with Simon Kean.
      And boxing veteran Carlos Takam will be in action against Ilunga Makubu’s younger brother, Martin Bakole.
      Full card below (subject to change):

      Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou
      Fabio Wardley vs. David Adeleye
      Joseph Parker vs. Simon Kean
      Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Junior Anthony Wright
      Moses Itauma vs. Istvan Bernath
      Carlos Takam vs. Martin Bakole
      Jack McGann vs. Alcibiade Duran Galvan

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      When is Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou?

      Tyson Fury’s mouthwatering fight against Francis Ngannou will take place THIS Saturday, October 28.
      The bout will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
      Expect ring-walks to get going from around 10pm BST / 5pm ET.
      It will be a 10-round professional fight but Fury’s WBC belt will NOT be on the line.
      Exhibition rules will NOT be in place. More

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      Fans ask ‘how do I turn the Rio Ferdinand feature off?’ as TNT Sports pundit apologises for Merseyside derby commentary

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      RIO FERDINAND’S commentary on the Merseyside Derby generated a mixed response from football fans this afternoon.The Manchester United legend was on punditry duty for TNT Sports ahead of the game, but he moved up to the commentary box after kick-off.
      Rio Ferdinand was on co-commentary during the Merseyside DerbyCredit: TNT Sports
      Ferdinand reacted to a chance from Dominik SzoboszlaiCredit: AP
      Ferdinand, 44, joined Ally McCoist in providing analysis throughout the match.
      But he jokingly issued a quick apology to viewers after reacting to a shot from Dominik Szoboszlai.
      As the midfielder unleashed a powerful strike from around 30 yards out, Ferdinand shouted: “Wow!”
      Which prompted commentator Darren Fletcher to say: “I think Rio thought he was in!”
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      Szoboszlai’s shot narrowly flew over the crossbar, but Ferdinand was convinced that Jordan Pickford wouldn’t have been able to save it if it was on target.
      Ferdinand then added: “If that was on target I don’t think Pickford’s got enough to get it.
      “Sorry guys, I can’t control myself up here!”
      Fans took to social media to react to Ferdinand’s commentary, with one person writing: “Hi @tntsports – how do I turn the Rio Ferdinand feature off?”
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      Another added: “Rio Ferdinand on co comms 😴.”
      A third fan said: “Please get a microphone away from Rio Ferdinand.”
      While a fourth commented: “I speak for every football fan when I say please keep Rio Ferdinand as far away from that commentary box as possible in the future.”
      However, some fans loved hearing the ex-England defender on commentary.
      One person said: “Rio Ferdinand is like a fan commentating on the game but I actually love it.”
      Liverpool went on to win the Merseyside Derby 2-0 thanks to goals from Mohamed Salah.
      Liverpool won the match 2-0 thanks to goals from Mohamed SalahCredit: Reuters More

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      Rarely-seen referee decision made in Liverpool vs Everton leaving TNT Sports commentators confused

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      TNT SPORTS commentators and fans alike were left bemused after the officials in the Merseyside derby made a rarely-seen decision. As the game was coming to a close the fourth official readied his board to indicate how much time would be added on.
      Officials in the Merseyside derby only added nine minutes of added time after initially indicating there would be ten
      But despite initially preparing to show ten minutes of additional time, Thomas Bramall seemed to change his mind.
      He changed the board and ultimately only added on nine minutes to the end of the second half.
      TNT Sports’ lead commentator Darren Fletcher couldn’t understand the decision and seemed puzzled as to how it had happened.
      But Everton fans may be glad that they didn’t have to endure more added time as Liverpool doubled their lead in the 97th minute.
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      The Reds wound up 2-0 winners at Anfield thanks to a Mohamed Salah brace.
      And it was an action packed affair as would be expected from the historically feisty fixture.
      It lived up to its reputation for the most red cards in a Premier League fixture in history when Ashley Young was given his marching orders in the first half.
      Before Liverpool finally broke the deadlock in the 75th minute from a Salah penalty.
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      Mohamed Salah’s brace secured all three points for LiverpoolCredit: Reuters
      While Everton fans don’t have much to complain about with Young’s dismissal they have been left fuming with referee Craig Pawson’s decision not to send off Ibrahim Konate.
      The Liverpool centre-back escaped a second yellow card when he fouled Toffees striker Beto before being immediately hooked by a cautious Jurgen Klopp.
      Fans were quick to point what they felt was a huge mistake and one even went as far as saying that the game was rigged.
      Everton were reduced to ten men after Ashley Young was sent off for two yellow card offencesCredit: Reuters
      Toffees fans felt Ibrahim Konate should have suffered the same fateCredit: AP More

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      TNT Sports cameras zoom in on Pickford’s penalty cheat sheet on water bottle… moments before Salah scores from spot

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      JORDAN PICKFORD’S penalty cheat sheet was spotted before Mohamed Salah scored from the spot.TNT Sports cameras zoomed in on the Everton keeper’s water bottle as he prepared to face Salah’s penalty.
      TNT Sports cameras zoomed in on Jordan Pickford’s water bottle
      Pickford’s cheat sheet could not help him save Mohamed Salah’s penalty
      Liverpool were awarded a spot-kick following a VAR review after the ball struck Michael Keane’s outstretched arm.
      As Salah lined up to take the penalty, Pickford could be seen picking up his water bottle.
      Once he had put it down, cameras zoomed in on the bottle, showing he had a breakdown of Liverpool’s penalty takers printed onto it.
      The cheat sheet appeared to show where the Reds players put their penalties and their success rate.
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      However, it did not help the Toffees keeper as Salah sent him the wrong way to break the deadlock.
      In scoring, Salah notched his 200th career league goal as well as tallying his 28th goal contribution in his last 24 league appearances.
      Reacting to Pickford’s bottle on X, formerly Twitter, one fan joked: “Jordan Pickford had a bottle of Mo Salah’s penalty percentage and still didn’t save it.”
      Another Liverpool supporter wrote: “Looks like Pickford’s water bottle didn’t help.”
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      Everton had defended well to frustrate their Merseyside rivals prior to the goal.
      Despite being reduced to 10 men before the interval as Ashley Young was shown a second yellow card.
      Pickford has previously used a penalty cheat sheet when facing spot-kicks for Everton.
      Eagle-eyed fans spotted a chart on his bottle back in May after he saved a penalty from James Maddison against Leicester.
      A similar breakdown of spot-kicks was also seen in 2021 during a match against West Ham. More

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      TNT Sports presenter reveals awkward off-camera moment as embarrassed Rio Ferdinand says ‘alright Jules…’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Rio Ferdinand had an awkward exchange with Liverpool supporters ahead of the Merseyside Derby on Saturday.The 44-year-old was on punditry duty alongside Jules Breach, Phil Jagielka and Peter Crouch for TNT Sports.
      Jules Breach recalled an awkward moment between Rio Ferdinand and a group of Liverpool fansCredit: TNT Sports
      However, just before going on air he was given a “lukewarm” welcome from fans.
      Breach said: “You got a warm reception as you stepped up here Rio, didn’t you.”
      To which Ferdinand responded: “Lukewarm. It’s better than when I played here I’ve got to say that!”
      Breach then recalled the moment he greeted a group of fans waiting outside Anfield, adding: “He said ‘hello’ and I think one person just went, ‘hiya!'”
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      Ferdinand, joking around, then said: “Alright Jules!”
      The former England defender then went on to speak about his experiences of playing at Anfield for Man Utd.
      Liverpool fans were out in full voice ahead of the match.
      Hundreds of supporters lined the streets outside Anfield to welcome the Reds into the stadium.
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      Meanwhile, Everton boss Sean Dyche suggested that the rivalry between his team and Liverpool is the biggest in the Premier League.
      He told TNT Sports: “It’s a proper derby. This is the biggest one I know.
      “Every manager should be passionate in what they do. I’ve never properly fallen out with a manager or held a grudge.
      “We just both want the best for our teams. No problem with showing passion and commitment to the cause.” More

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      Fans baffled as TNT Sports presenter Jules Breach is spotted ‘on Liverpool bench’ during Merseyside derby

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      FANS were baffled as TNT Sports presenter Jules Breach was spotted on Liverpool’s bench during the Merseyside derby. Breach presented Everton’s trip to Anfield but raised eyebrows as she then took a seat on Jurgen Klopp’s dugout.
      Jules Breach was spotted on Liverpool’s bench during the Merseyside derby.
      One fan said: “Just saw on the TV @julesbreach sitting behind klopp taking notes. I wonder what she was writing.”
      Another added: “Is it you sitting behind Jürgen klopp? @julesbreach.”
      One commented: “Why is @julesbreach sitting on the bench for Liverpool?”
      Another asked: “What are you doing in the Liverpool dug out.”
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      Breach watched as Liverpool won 2-0 thanks to a double from Mo Salah.
      Dominik Szoboszlai hailed the derby day atmosphere having helped the host’s to three points.
      He said: “It feels really good, playing at Anfield is something special and playing against Everton is a derby. It feels nice.
      “I expected it would be a good atmosphere but not that loud. I have played in a lot of stadiums but this is one of the best.
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      “Trent was one of the players who spoke about the atmosphere – I asked how it will be. All the staff said it would be really good.
      “I know how it feels to play with 10 men and know how Everton felt, but we had to be focused.
      “It is the perfect start to the weekend.”
      Mo Salah scored a double for LiverpoolCredit: PA More

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      I’m a TNT Sports fan-favourite… but only die-hard fans know I once starred in a movie alongside star of The Godfather

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      ALLY MCCOIST has cemented his place as a fan-favourite on TNT Sports. But only a few fans know McCoist was an actor in a movie alongside The Godfather star Robert Duvall.
      Ally McCoist starred in a football movie called A Shot at GloryCredit: A Shot At Glory
      McCoist played alongside The Godfather star Robert DuvallCredit: Alamy
      McCoist, 61, is now renowned for his co-commentary on football and analysis on radio.
      However, in the twilight of his playing career, McCoist starred in a little-known movie called A Shot at Glory which released in 2000.
      The plot of the film centres around manager Gordon McLeod, played by Duvall, who is struggling to get results with Scottish second division side Kilnockie FC.
      Under threat of moving the club to Dublin, Ireland by its American owner – played by Michael Keaton – the club attempt to reach their first ever Scottish Cup final.
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      Star striker Jackie McQuillan, played by McCoist, is signed from Arsenal with a big but troublesome reputation.
      Ironically, the Rangers icon’s character in the film is an ex-Celtic legend who is also married to McLeod’s daughter.
      The movie has a 6.2/10 rating on IMDb, with one reviewer calling it “embarrassing” and another calling it “one of the better football movies”.
      Despite having not having a pro career in acting, Duvall insisted McCoist was a “natural actor” and highlighted his abilities when filming a sex scene while his then-wife, Allison, was present.
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      When marking the 20th anniversary of the film, the 92-year-old said: “That guy McCoist he was a natural actor, a good natural actor.
      “He was very good even when he was doing a love scene and his real wife was right there on the set.
      “What about that? Doing a love scene with your wife watching. Oh my God, that sure was interesting.
      “He’s a great guy. I met Albert Finney and I mentioned I knew Ally McCoist and he said ‘Ally McCoist, sharp as a tack’.”
      Filming took place across several sites, including Dumbarton’s former ground Boghead Park and Hampden Park.
      Super Ally, as he was known by the Ibrox faithful, also admitted he would love to make a sequel.
      He said: “I loved it. I wouldn’t mind doing that again, to tell you the truth. I genuinely did enjoy it.
      “We had a great group of people doing it as well, it was fantastic fun. But I’m not sure I could manage that overhead kick in the quarter-final now.”
      McCoist was not the only notable name in the movie either, with former Bolton boss Owen Coyle having a cameo role in the movie.
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      With the recent success of Ted Lasso, there may be more scope for future football-themed film and TV projects.
      So McCoist could yet make his grand return in front of the cameras.
      McCoist played the club’s star striker Jackie McQuillanCredit: Reuters More