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      Man Utd icon Rio Ferdinand forced to leave TNT Sports studio during PSG vs Newcastle as Laura Woods makes statement

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      RIO FERDINAND was forced to leave TNT Sports’ studio during Newcastle’s Champions League draw against Paris Saint-Germain.TNT Sports host Laura Woods revealed Ferdinand was not present due to “unforeseen circumstances”.
      Ferdinand was present before the game
      But he was missing due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ after the game
      Ferdinand had been present for the pre-game show and half-time coverage of PSG vs Newcastle.
      However, with the Manchester United icon missing from the post-match lineup of pundits, Laura issued a statement on his whereabouts.
      After speaking about TNT’s coverage of United vs Galatasaray on Wednesday, she said: “Rio would be here to chat about Manchester United now but we had to let him go [due to] unforeseen circumstances.
      “He is OK, don’t worry.”
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      Ally McCoist and Jermaine Jenas were on hand to provide game analysis alongside Woods.
      Both were left in disbelief at a late penalty decision which was awarded to the Ligue 1 side against Tino Livramento for handball.
      McCoist told Newcastle boss Eddie Howe that he felt his team was “robbed” of a win.
      Alexander Isak had put the Magpies ahead in the opening stages by taking advantage of a poor save from Gianluigi Donnarumma.
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      However, Newcastle were soon penned back into their own half and defended resolutely before seeing their hard work undone by Kylian Mbappe’s 98th-minute spot kick.
      A 3-1 win for Borussia Dortmund at AC Milan means it is a one-game shootout for one of three teams to progress into the knockout stages of the Champions League.
      PSG sit on seven points, while Newcastle and Milan both sit on five.
      The Toon host Milan in their final group stage game, knowing they must win to stand a chance of progressing to the last 16.
      A defeat will see them knocked out of European football entirely. More

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      Laura Woods gags in awkward moment during TNT Sports clip as Rio Ferdinand says ‘that’s a bad sign’

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      LAURA WOODS appears to not be a fan of one French delicacy.It comes after TNT Sports flew their Champions League panellists out to France ahead of Newcastle’s clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
      Laura Woods did not take well to eating snailsCredit: TNT Sports
      She could be seen struggling to down the French delicacyCredit: TNT Sports
      Laura visibly gagged on her second runCredit: TNT Sports
      Woods then reached for a cup of coffeeCredit: TNT Sports
      Laura then joked she would ‘recommend’ the snailsCredit: TNT Sports
      TNT posted a video of Woods tucking into some snails.
      However, immediately after taking her first bite Woods can be seen struggling, putting her hand to her mouth as crew behind the camera burst out laughing.
      After regaining her composure, she said sarcastically: “It’s fabulous.”
      The award-winning sports presenter then had another go but fared no better as she could be seen gagging and placing her cutlery down on the table.
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      Rio Ferdinand, Jermaine Jenas and Ally McCoist quizzed her about it before Woods picked up a cup of coffee.
      This led to Manchester United legend Ferdinand saying: “If you’re going to wash it down with coffee that’s a bad sign.”
      Woods then put her coffee back down before saying: “I promise you that was great. I recommend that.”
      Jenas then suggested she should have another one, with Woods bursting out into laughter.
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      Laura could be seen wearing a stylish French beret with a Toon-style black and white top.
      And she admitted she’d be supporting Newcastle on Tuesday night – because she’s a secret fan!
      Woods left talkSPORT this summer after presenting the much-loved breakfast show for three years alongside McCoist.
      But she returned alongside her old co-host this morning at 9am this morning as they chatted to Andy Townsend.
      It was revealed that she was actually meant to join McCoist much earlier but a boozy night out in Paris put a stop to that plan.
      The fun continued all the way to kick-off as a brutal comment by her led Jenas threatening to walk off screens.
      Inside Laura Woods’ glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter…
      Laura is the new face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverage
      Laura regularly hosts DAZN’s boxing coverage as wellCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      She has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      Laura presented coverage of Anthony Joshua’s bout with Jermaine FranklinCredit: Rex
      She has become TNT Sports’ main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: Getty
      Laura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      Laura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
      Laura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
      The presenter is ITV’s host for Lionesses coverageCredit: Getty
      She also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: Instagram
      Woods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: Instagram
      She loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      Laura has an enviable lifestyle and fans regularly go wild for her outfitsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More

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      Jermaine Jenas threatens to WALK OFF TNT Sports set live on TV after Laura Woods’ brutal comment

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      JERMAINE JENAS jokingly threatened to walk away after a brutal jibe from Laura Woods.The TNT Sports team were broadcasting live from the Parc des Princes prior to Newcastle’s controversial 1-1 Champions League draw with PSG.
      Laura Woods was left in stitches after her jokeCredit: TNT SPORTS
      Jermaine Jenas hilariously threatened to walk awayCredit: TNT SPORTS
      Shay Given joined the TNT Sports teamCredit: TNT SPORTS
      And they were joined by Rio Ferdinand and Shay Given pitchside.
      The former Toon goalkeeper arrived late and Woods couldn’t resist the chance to poke fun at Jenas, who also used to play for the club.
      Woods quipped: “We have a proper Newcastle legend alongside us now… Shay Given.”
      Jenas reacted “wow” and he walked off camera.
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      Woods burst into laughter and Ferdinand laughed “get your coat”.
      Fans found it hilarious, one said: “Woodsy’s just killed Jenas there… lovely stuff.”
      Another added: “Jenas actually looked offended.”
      Given is a hero at St James’ Park after he played 462 times for the club across 12 seasons.
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      Jenas featured in 152 matches for the Magpies from 2002 to 2005.
      The retired midfielder eventually left for Tottenham.
      Woods is no stranger to having a laugh on Champions League nights, previously leaving Ally McCoist in stitches after a rude gag. More

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      Laura Woods wears black and white stripes as she reveals she ‘half’ a Newcastle fan… and not because of Adam Collard

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      LAURA WOODS has revealed she is “half” a Newcastle fan ahead of the Toon’s crunch Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.And the TNT Sports presenter even wore a black and white top while discussing The Magpies’ European hopes.
      Laura Woods asked Rio Ferdinand and Co if they will be supporting NewcastleCredit: TNT
      Ferdinand told Woods she was wearing a Newcastle top with her black and white striped jumperCredit: TNT
      Woods laughed it off and then claimed she is ‘half’ a Newcastle fanCredit: TNT
      Eddie Howe’s men made a superb start to their first Champions League campaign in 20 years when they followed up a draw against AC Milan with a breathtaking 4-1 win over PSG at St James’ Park.
      But back-to-back defeats to Borussia Dortmund have left them in need of results away at PSG and at home to AC Milan to avoid a group-stage exit.
      Ahead of Newcastle’s trip to Paris, a TNT Sports segment saw Woods, Rio Ferdinand, Ally McCoist and Jermaine Jenas discuss their chances against the Ligue 1 champions.
      Woods began the debate, asking: “Are we all Geordies tomorrow?”
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      McCoist confirmed he will be, before Ferdinand pointed at Woods’ black and white striped top and added: “You’re one today.”
      Woods, who is now dating Geordie Love Island star Adam Collard, laughed and replied: “I mean, I am always half of one.”
      The former talkSPORT host is an Arsenal supporter, but her dad is from Newcastle – meaning the Toon hold a special place in her heart.
      They then turned their attention to what they expect to happen in Paris on Tuesday evening.
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      Newcastle thrashed PSG at St James’ Park in OctoberCredit: Reuters
      Woods said: “There was something about that performance at St James’ Park against PSG where it felt like every single one of the Newcastle players was at a different level.”
      Ferdinand then replied: “Will they ever get to that feeling again? I think it’s going to be difficult.”
      McCoist said: “Newcastle are just now on a crest of a wave, they’re really enjoying it. They’re enjoying the ride, and so they should.
      “But I just think you look back to that PSG game, that was absolutely special.”
      Before Jenas concluded the clip by adding: “Every time I’ve doubted Newcastle this year, they’ve delivered.
      “I don’t see any reason to doubt them.”
      The duo later shared a joke pitchside that led to Jenas hilariously threatening to walk off screens.
      Inside Laura Woods’ glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter…
      Laura is the new face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverage
      She has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      She has become TNT Sports’ main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: Getty
      Laura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      Laura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
      Laura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
      She also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: Instagram
      Woods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: Instagram
      She loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy More

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      Why is Man City vs Liverpool on Sky Sports at 12:30pm instead of TNT Sports?

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      MANCHESTER CITY and Liverpool go to war for the Premier League’s top spot – but there has been a slight altercation on where to watch it.The Treble winners will be determined to return to winning ways after letting two points slip at Stamford Bridge before the international break.
      Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-1 when the sides last metCredit: AP
      While red-hot Liverpool are hoping that they can build on a solid 3-0 victory against Brentford that same weekend.
      However, fans are confused as the match will be televised in an unusual time slot on Sky Sports.
      Why is Man City vs Liverpool on Sky Sports at 12:30pm instead of TNT Sports?
      A local safety advisory group – which includes members of the police – were concerned about the prospect of an early evening kick-off when Manchester City face Liverpool.
      There have been several issues with fan trouble and behaviour surrounding the fixture in the past, so Premier League chiefs have made the decision to bring the match forward instead.
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      In December a 15-year-old girl was left ‘scarred for life’ after being struck by a pot weighted with coins that had been thrown from the away section.
      Arsenal were initially scheduled to take on Thomas Frank’s Brentford side at 12:30pm on Saturday, November 25.
      However, the fixture has now been moved to 5:30pm.
      When is Man City vs Liverpool?

      Manchester City’s thrilling Premier League encounter against Liverpool will take place on Saturday, November 25.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 12:30pm GMT
      Etihad Stadium is the allocated arena for this huge top-of-the-table clash and it can host approximately 53,400 fans.
      Pep Guardiola’s men thumped Liverpool when the sides last met in April.

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      Why next set of Premier League fixtures will look unusual to fans with traditional TV channels swapped

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      THE Premier League returns with a bang next weekend when Manchester City host Liverpool in a huge title race showdown.However, football fans are at risk of getting caught out by scheduling changes.
      Man City will host Liverpool at 12:30pm next SaturdayCredit: The Times
      Arsenal travel to face Brentford at 5:30pmCredit: Getty
      City vs Liverpool was originally set to be broadcast on Sky Sports at 5:30pm next Saturday, but it has been moved forward to 12:30pm.
      That means Brentford’s clash with Arsenal, originally set to be shown on TNT Sports at lunchtime, has been pushed back to the evening slot.
      Traditionally, TNT Sports will broadcast the first Premier League match of the day every Saturday while Sky Sports show the 5:30pm fixture.
      However, that will change next week when Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp come face to face at 12:30pm on Sky Sports Premier League.
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      Brentford will then host Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal later that evening – live on TNT Sports.
      Why have the fixtures been swapped?
      The two Premier League fixtures were swapped because a local safety advisory group in Manchester – which includes members of the police – were concerned about the prospect of an early evening kick-off.
      There have been several issues with fan trouble and behaviour surrounding the fixture in the past, so Premier League chiefs made the decision to bring the match forward.
      Amid concerns about fan safety at the Etihad Stadium, Liverpool’s ticket allocation was cut by 20 per cent from 3,000 seats to 2,400 last season.
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      Last year a 15-year-old girl was left ‘scarred for life’ after being struck by a pot weighted with coins that had been thrown from the away section.
      Liverpool chief executive Billy Hogan was subsequently forced to apologise to the family involved. More

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      Crisis club Southend’s bench a sorry sight as they are forced to play with TWO subs live on TNT Sports…but still win

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      SOUTHEND bench looked pitiful as they were forced to play with just two substitutes live on TNT Sports.The crisis-hit club were hit with a transfer embargo this season forbidding the arrival of new signings.
      Southend were forced to name just two substitutes on the bench
      The subs bench was sparse for the visit of Chesterfield
      Dan Mooney replaced Jack Wood in the final ten minutes
      That has limited the Shrimpers to a squad size of just 17 players.
      But recent injuries mean Kevin Maher has faced even tighter restrictions on his selection.
      He was forced to name just two substitutes for the visit of National League leaders Chesterfield.
      So the substitutes’ bench looked sparse as subs Dan Mooney and Brooklyn Kabongolo sat next to empty seats.
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      That meant Southend did not have a substitute goalkeeper on the bench.
      But the limited numbers did not affect Southend as they came back from Will Grigg’s first-half goal to win 2-1.
      However they are still in danger of being relegated after being docked 10 points for failing to pay a debt owed to HMRC.
      Fans responded with protests against owner Ron Martin, and forced a match against Eastleigh into suspension by throwing tennis balls onto the pitch.
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      But there is a light at the end of the tunnel with the club in the process of a takeover.
      Last month Southend released a statement confirming they have reached an agreement for the sale of the club with a consortium led by Australian Justin Rees. More

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      Football fans joke ‘I feel sick’ as TNT’s groundbreaking new camera for Wolves vs Spurs gets mixed response

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      VIEWERS joked that they were left “feeling sick” after TNT Sports unveiled a groundbreaking new camera today to a mixed reaction.The broadcaster was at Molineux to provide coverage of the Premier League showdown between Wolves and Tottenham.
      TNT Sports unveiled their new body cams at MolineuxCredit: TNT Sports
      The footage left many viewers reaching for the sick bucketCredit: TNT Sports
      Although loads more viewers loved the extra insight that they were gettingCredit: TNT Sports

      TNT Sports decided to introduce a new feature as part of the show before the big kick-off.
      And that was a bodycam being attached to Spurs star Brennan Johnson and Wolves’ Max Kilman throughout the warm-ups.
      During the pre-game build-up, shaky clips were shown from the cam as the former Nottingham Forest forward and the defender got ready for action with their team-mates in a number of ball and fitness drills.
      The broadcaster confirmed before the game: “TNT Sports and the @PremierLeague have partnered on a new innovation that will be trialled for Wolves vs Tottenham.
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      “A special AI-powered stabilisation bodycam will be affixed to a player from each side during the warm-up prior to the Saturday lunchtime kick-off.”
      Fans were torn on the new impressive feature as the topic soon went viral on social media.
      One joked: “I’m hungover and this pre match body cam on Brennan Johnson is making me feel sick.”
      Another viewer commented: “‘Pre match body cam’ is a football broadcast innovation that no one asked for or needed.”
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      While a fellow fan tuning in said: “The bodycam is awful, unwatchable makes me feel sick. Get rid.”
      However, not everybody was against it.
      One viewer said: “Good to see a player’s eyes view.”
      “It’s great insight,” said another while a fellow fan said that they were “really enjoying it”. More