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    TNT Sports viewers think they are playing FIFA 98 as they spot bizarre quirk with linesmen in Liverpool vs Linz

    FOOTBALL fans thought they were seeing double as Liverpool took on Linz in the Europa League.The Reds faced the Austrian side looking to win Group E, but viewers were focused on something else ahead of kick-off.
    Fans were initially confused when they saw the identical linesmen
    Twins Marco and Benjamin Zurcher officiated Liverpool vs LinzCredit: Getty
    As the match officials were shown on TNT Sports some viewers thought they were playing Fifa 98.
    That is because, like in the game, the two linesmen looked identical – because they are twins.
    Marco and Benjamin Zurcher are from Switzerland and fans took a shine to the pair before the match.
    One wrote: “I thought they had been lazy and used the same linesman model like FIFA 98 in this match but it’s twins.”
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    Another added: “The two linesmen being twins in the Liverpool game is so fun.”
    A third said: “Mad that the two linesmen in the Liverpool game are twins 😂😂”
    And another commented: “The assistant refs in the Liverpool match are twins 😂😂 only the Europa League could give you that.”
    The Reds raced into a 2-0 lead inside 15 minutes with goals from Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo.
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    Mo Salah added a third after the break to cement Liverpool’s place at the top of the group.
    Jurgen Klopp’s side have lost just once in 11 games which came in the Europa League against Toulouse. More

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    Why is Newcastle vs Man Utd an 8pm kick-off?

    MANCHESTER UNITED travel to Tyneside to face Newcastle in the Premier League on Saturday night.Both sides were in Champions League action in midweek and will be keen to get over their respective disappointments.
    Manchester United gave up a two-goal lead twice in the Champions League against Galatasaray on Wednesday nightCredit: GETTY
    Kylian Mbappe scored a controversial last-minute penalty to equalise against Newcastle in the Champions LeagueCredit: ALAMY
    The Red Devils gave up a two-goal lead TWICE against Galatasaray in a dramatic 3-3 draw on Wednesday night.
    Meanwhile, Newcastle were on the end of a controversial VAR decision, which led to Kylian Mbappe stealing a point from the penalty spot for PSG in the 98th minute.
    Man Utd are the form side in the Premier League, dropping just two points from the last six games, while the Magpies will be hoping to build on their 4-1 romping against Chelsea in their last top-flight outing.
    Why is Newcastle vs Man Utd an 8pm kick-off?
    Saturday night’s huge Premier League showdown between Newcastle and Man Utd was initially scheduled to kick-off at 3pm GMT on December 2nd.
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    The game was later moved after the mouth-watering fixture was selected for TV broadcast.
    TNT Sports have the rights to the game and they usually take the 12.30pm slot on Saturday – but they were forced to change to the 8pm space due to both side’s European commitments in the week leading up to the game.
    Newcastle and Man Utd played in the Champions League on Tuesday and Wednesday night respectively, meaning they would be unable to fulfil the fixture in the 12.30pm kick-off slot as they wouldn’t have been allowed enough recovery time.
    How can I watch Newcastle vs Man Utd?

    Newcastle vs Manchester United will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
    Coverage is scheduled to commence from 7pm GMT – a whole hour before kick-off.
    Fans can head to discovery+ to stream the entire action.
    Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the Premier League encounter through our live blog.

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    Laura Woods wows in stylish outfit on TNT Sports as Man Utd fans say ‘at least we got to see her’ after Galatasaray draw

    LAURA WOODS had Manchester United fans thanking her for her presence on TNT Sports.Man Utd had played out a thrilling 3-3 draw with Galatasaray to leave their hopes of progressing into the Champions League knockout stages hanging by a thread.
    Laura Woods wore a stylish outfit tonight on TNT Sports
    Laura was in the studio during Man Utd’s 3-3 draw with Galatasaray
    Man Utd fans thanked her for her presence amid the frustrating result
    One fan called Laura the ‘greatest woman’
    It was a disappointing night considering the Red Devils had been leading 3-1 at one stage.
    However, TNT Sports viewers thanked the appearance of Laura for at least making it bearable.
    The award winning presenter was seen in a stylish outfit on the show.
    Taking to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, on fan said: “At least I get to see Laura Woods.”
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    A second said: “Laura Woods
 result!”
    A third remarked: “Laura woods is the greatest woman man.”
    Laura had made a trip to Paris with the broadcaster for Newcastle’s controversial 1-1 draw with Paris Saint-Germain.
    While in the French capital she wore a stylish Les Blues themed outfit.
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    She also tucked into some snails, though Laura did not appear to be a big fan of them as she was seen gagging while trying to eat them.
    Footage was released from behind the scenes of the game as well, proving it is not as easy as Laura makes it look.
    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
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    Laura Woods filmed behind the scenes at TNT Sports as presenter proves it’s ‘not as easy as it looks’

    LAURA WOODS was filmed working behind the scenes on TNT Sports during Newcastle’s 1-1 draw with Paris Saint-Germain.Woods, 36, presented live coverage from the French capital on Tuesday evening as Eddie Howe’s men were denied a famous win by a controversial stoppage-time penalty.
    Laura Woods presented Newcastle’s draw with Paris Saint-Germain on TuesdayCredit: PA
    Pitchside reporter Becky Ives shared a video of Woods working backstageCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    Woods had a camera in front of her showing Newcastle’s Champions League groupCredit: TNT Sports
    And pitchside reporter Becky Ives shared a video of Woods working away off camera as she prepared for a segment of the show.
    Woods could be seen crouched down while talking into her microphone as she analysed the notes on her screen.
    There was also a camera showing her Newcastle’s Champions League group.
    And Ives added the caption: “Not as easy as it looks.”
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    There was a touching moment earlier in the day when former talkSPORT colleagues Woods and Ally McCoist reunited backstage.
    McCoist was one of three pundits who joined Woods for TNT Sports’ broadcast.
    The others were Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand and ex-Newcastle midfielder Jermaine Jenas.
    But Ferdinand, 45, was not present for the post-match analysis after he was taken ill.
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    During the live coverage, Woods 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.”
    McCoist stepped in for the ex-England defender after commentating on the game.
    Ferdinand is now understood to be feeling better and will return on Wednesday night to cover Man Utd’s match against Galatasaray. More

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    Rio Ferdinand taken ill while working on TNT Sports forcing disappearance during PSG vs Newcastle clash

    RIO FERDINAND was forced to pull out of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverage on Tuesday after falling ill, according to reports.The Manchester United legend was part of the coverage alongside Laura Woods, Jermaine Jenas and Shay Given for Newcastle’s clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
    Rio Ferdinand was forced to leave the match earlyCredit: Alamy
    However, having provided insight before the match and at half-time, he was absent after the game with TNT confirming he had left due to “unforeseen circumstances”.
    The Daily Mail now claim that Ferdinand was taken ill during the match and subsequently returned to his hotel to rest.
    He is now understood to be feeling better and will return to screens tonight to cover Man Utd’s match against Galatasaray from Rams Park in Istanbul.
    Rangers legend Ally McCoist stepped in for Ferdinand at full-time after commentating on Newcastle’s visit to PSG.
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    The match ended 1-1 following a controversial 98th-minute penalty.
    Eddie Howe’s side were seconds away from clinching a monumental away win when Ousmane Dembele’s flick bounced off Tino Livramento’s chest and onto his elbow.
    Polish referee Szymon Marciniak was unmoved and immediately waived play-on.
    But play was halted by VAR and Marciniak was called over to his screen to watch slow-motion replays before pointing to the spot.
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    Reacting to the incident, McCoist said: “That is absolutely never a penalty.
    “If we’re giving penalty kicks for that in the biggest club competition on the planet, it’s a disgrace.” More

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    TNT Sports host Jules Breach stuns in skintight leather top as fans say ‘we’re so lucky to have her’

    TNT SPORTS host Jules Breach stunned in a skintight leather top.And fans agreed “we are lucky to have her.”
    TNT Sports star Jules Breach stunned in a skintight leather top
    Breach made her glamorous appearance reporting from Galatasaray’s stadium in Istanbul.
    The Turkish giants host Manchester United in a crunch Champions League tie this evening.
    Erik ten Hag’s side must win to keep their qualification hopes alive.
    And they were certainly be hoping to do better than last time against Galatasaray, who won 3-2 in a dramatic game at Old Trafford.
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    But Breach certainly put a smile on the faces of United fans facing a nervy wait.
    The presenter wore a stunning skintight leather top as she checked in at Rams Park.
    And fans were loving the look, with all of them agreeing on her bold fashionista statement.
    Breach’s appearance comes after she kept her cool during an awkward live TV moment in the international break.
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    She was presenting Channel 4’s coverage of England’s game against North Macedonia when an X-rated chant from fans broke out.
    Supporters sang “Channel 4 is f*****g s**t” live on air.
    But Breach remained professional as ever as she brushed it off.
    And pundits Joe Cole and Rio Ferdinand also took things in their stride.
    See more of Jules’ glamourous life below…
    Jules is one of the top presenters aroundCredit: Instagram @julesbreach
    She covers England games on Channel 4Credit: Channel 4
    Jules always makes a strong fashion statementCredit: Rex
    She’s also one of the main faces on TNT SportCredit: C1 MEDIA
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    Man Utd icon Rio Ferdinand forced to leave TNT Sports studio during PSG vs Newcastle as Laura Woods makes statement

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

    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