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      Robbie Savage wins promotion at first attempt as TNT Sports pundit takes Macclesfield FC into National League North

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      TNT SPORTS pundit Robbie Savage has won promotion with Macclesfield FC at the first attempt.A 2-1 win against Bamber Bridge on Saturday afternoon saw the Northern Premier League side seal their place in next season’s National League North.Robbie Savage has got Macclesfield FC promoted on his first attemptCredit: GettyThe phoenix club of Macclesfield Town have won the Northern Premier League titleCredit: GettyThey will play in the National League North next seasonCredit: X/ thesilkmenIt marks an incredible debut campaign from ex-Manchester United midfielder Savage, who has done the job with six league games still to play.Macclesfield FC, the phoenix club of now-defunct side Macclesfield Town, are 20 points clear of closest challengers Worksop.Savage’s side have won 29 of their 36 games so far, scoring 88 goals and conceding just 26.And it means they will finish the term as Northern Premier League champions even if they go on to lose all six of their remaining matches.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSavage described it as the highlight of his career in football because during his illustrious playing days he never won a league.He said: “I’ve been lucky enough to captain four teams in the Premier League, play nearly 350 games in the top-flight, appear in Wembley finals and win 39 caps for my country.“But Macclesfield being crowned champions of the Northern Premier League was my proudest moment of all.”Savage added it was especially sweet as there were many people in football who were longing for him to fail.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe said: “For all the haters, doubters and keyboard warriors, they have fuelled my fire and that of my players.“I have answered every single person who spoke negatively about us.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersThe Silkmen won the title with six games to spareCredit: GettySavage only took charge of the club last summerCredit: The Times“I have proved people wrong all my life. I am a fighter as you have to be after being released by the biggest club in the world [Manchester United] as a youngster.”Savage took charge of the Silkmen last summer after predecessor Michael Clegg finished second before losing the play-off final.He was already a part-owner of Macclesfield FC, who were only created in 2020.And it means Savage could stay on as boss after revealing he would SACK himself if the club failed to go up.He said in August: “If I fail, I know my time will be up. “I won’t be able to go back to being a director of football, sitting in the stands and judging other people if I’ve come up short. I know everything is on the line.“Some of the stuff that was said when I took on the job was unpleasant to say the least. It was a horrible summer. “But this team will get in the play-offs, and I believe we will go up, but if we don’t win promotion I will walk away from the dugout, take a back seat as a part-owner and watch from afar. “There will be people who hope I fall flat on my face, but if that happens it won’t be for a lack of effort.”However, Macclesfield FC owner Robert Smethurst reckons Savage could end up being hired by a bigger side.He told the BBC: “How long he’ll stay here at Macclesfield, God only knows.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Maybe we’ll be lucky enough to keep him for another year. He’s already getting clubs coming for him now, higher up in the league.”It’ll only be a matter of time before he proves himself and will no longer be here at Macclesfield. I’m aware of that.” More

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      Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards: EXACT start time, TV channel and full card for huge Liverpool show TONIGHT

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      THREE Bantamweight titles are up for grabs as Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards go head-to-head TONIGHT!Cain will be fighting in his hometown of Liverpool and will be defending his WBC International Silver Bantamweight belt – but that’s not the only title on the line.Charlie Edwards is back in action on the undercard of Nick Ball vs TJ DOhenyThe 28-year-old star will also be defending his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles against Charlie Edwards.Cain defeated Lazaro Casseres by TKO in the second round in his last fight.He faces Charlie Edwards, 31, who has not lost a professional bout since 2016.More Boxing NewsEdwards was victorious against Thomas Essomba by unanimous decision as he looks to continue his rebuild towards another world title tilt.The bout is set as the co-main event of the fight card which is known as ‘Hard Days Night’The Liverpool card also features a massive world title fight between Nick Ball and TJ Doheny as the main event – with the pair having to be separated on stage after brawling.When is Andrew Cain vs Charlie EdwardsThe fight is live tonight from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.The card is set to start at 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards is scheduled for 9pm GMT.Most read in BoxingWhat TV channel is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards on and can it be streamed?Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+.Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fight.Alternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Full cardNick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight titleAndrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titlesBrad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight titleJadier Herrera vs Jose EnriquezJack Turner vs Ryan FarragBoma Brown vs Cristian UwakaJack Power vs Jose AguirreStephen Clarke vs Dmitri ProtkunasWilliam Birchall vs Engel GomezLucas Biswana vs Ezequiel GregoresLewis Lawton vs Artjom SpatarLeighton Birchall vs Laszlo Bernath More

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      Paul Scholes ‘jumps out of his skin’ live on TNT Sports as pundit is shocked by Man Utd’s pre-game antics

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      PAUL SCHOLES “jumped out of his skin” at Old Trafford as Manchester United prepared for a huge European night.And it wasn’t the unpredictable horrors offered up by United this season that made him do it!Paul Scholes and Karen Carney were both caught outBruno Fernandes hit a penalty leveller in an absorbing second legCredit: APThe Red Devils were readying for Real Sociedad in the Europa League last-16 second leg.And at 1-1 from the first leg in Spain, it was understandable if TNT Sports pundit Scholes was a little nervous.United were looking for more than a spark of intervention.But it was something even more dazzling that caught out the former England midfielder and colleague Karen Carney. READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited suddenly let off fireworks around the famous old ground.And TNT’s commentator told viewers the pair of pundits leapt with surprise when the pyrotechnics fizzed into action.Armchair observers weren’t able to see the reaction of Scholes and Carney for themselves – as the cameras weren’t on the twitchy duo at the time.It came after Scholes backed plans for a £2billion new home unveiled by United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe said: “I was quite excited to hear it. It’s about time United caught up.”I think the time is right to move to a better, bigger, brilliant stadium.”Paul Scholes says ‘it’s about time Manchester United caught up’Meanwhile, on the pitch It was the Red Devils who were soon looking jumpy – as Mikel Oyarzabal hit a 10th-minute penalty opener for Sociedad.That put the visitors 2-1 in front on aggregate, with a quarter-final place at stake.But United soon rocketed back into it, thanks to a spot-kick of their own from Bruno Fernandes. More

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      TNT Sports reporter reveals Marco Asensio’s ‘humble’ question off-camera after TV interview

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      MARCO ASENSIO has made an instant impact at Aston Villa… on and off the pitch.The Spaniard, 29, joined Unai Emery’s side on loan from Paris Saint-Germain during the January transfer window.Marco Asensio spoke to TNT Sports after last night’s matchCredit: X/ footballontntBecky Ives interviewed Asensio for TNT SportsCredit: RexThe winger has already scored seven goals in just eight matches for his new side.Last night Asensio netted twice as Villa beat Club Brugge 3-0 in the Champions League.After the match, the former Real Madrid star spoke to TNT Sports reporter Becky Ives.Despite having never played in England before, Asensio is already conducting interviews in English.READ MORE IN SPORTIves was quick to praise the “humble” star after their interview.She wrote on X: “He asked me afterwards if his English had been ok…..”What a baller, but maybe more importantly want a lovely, humble human being he is! A major assets to this Villa squad!”Asensio appeared to be thrilled with life at Villa Park.Most read in Champions LeagueCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsHe said: “Very happy for the victory, now we are in the quarter-final – that was the objective. Very happy for the team, for the fans and now we will continue.”Incredible, every match we play here is top. We have to be grateful with the fans. They give great support to us and we are very happy.Unai Emery still wants improvement from Aston Villa after Club Brugge victory “We want more, so now we will have a little break and then we will think about our upcoming objectives.”I like to score there [Holte End]. I am very motivated and also very happy to be able to score the goal and contribute.”Villa will play Asensio’s parent club PSG in the quarter-finals.Due to Uefa regulations, Asensio WILL be able to play.Uefa regulations state teams do not have “any influence whatsoever over the players that another club may (or may not) field in a match”.Villa had the rule go against them earlier this season when on loan man Samuel Iling-Junior came on at Villa Park for Bologna in the league phase.Asensio has made a huge impact at Villa ParkCredit: Rex More

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      Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards: Date, start time, TV channel and undercard

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      THREE Bantamweight titles are up for grabs as Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards go head-to-head on Saturday night!Cain will be fighting in his hometown of Liverpool and will be defending his WBC International Silver Bantamweight belt – but that’s not the only title on the line.Charlie Edwards is back in action on the undercard of Nick Ball vs TJ DOhenyThe 28-year-old star will also be defending his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles against Charlie Edwards.Cain defeated Lazaro Casseres by TKO in the second round in his last fight.He faces Charlie Edwards, 31, who has not lost a professional bout since 2016.Edwards was victorious against Thomas Essomba by unanimous decision as he looks to continue his rebuild towards another world title tilt.More Boxing NewsThe bout is set as the co-main event of the fight card which is known as ‘Hard Days Night’. The Liverpool card also features a massive world title fight between Nick Ball and TJ Doheny as the main event.When is Andrew Cain vs Charlie EdwardsThe Fight is live from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.The card is set to start at 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards is scheduled for approximately 9pm GMT.What TV channel is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards on and can it be streamed?Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+.Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fight.Alternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Most read in BoxingFull cardNick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight titleAndrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titlesBrad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight titleJadier Herrera vs Jose EnriquezJack Turner vs Ryan FarragBoma Brown vs Cristian UwakaJack Power vs Jose AguirreStephen Clarke vs Dmitri ProtkunasWilliam Birchall vs Engel GomezLucas Biswana vs Ezequiel GregoresLewis Lawton vs Artjom SpatarLeighton Birchall vs Laszlo Bernath More

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      ‘Sack the commentator’ – TNT Sports fans left cringeing at pundit’s Beto rhyme during Brentford vs Everton

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      A COMMENTATOR proved rhyme doesn’t pay as viewers whinged and cringed over a light-hearted line in Brentford’s draw with Everton.Fans rated the broadcaster’s attempt at a brief witty ditty on TNT Sports as short but definitely not sweet.Beto might just be more frustrated with the miss than the rhymeCredit: GettyThe hitman was foiled by Brentford keeper Mark FlekkenTNT Sports’ commentator was amazed Beto failed to scoreIt came when Toffees striker Beto sped through on the home goal.The striker has been in hot form since David Moyes returned as Everton boss.And when he took advantage of a Brentford slip-up, the Guinea-Bissau star was left with just the keeper to beat.However, Beto didn’t reckon with Mark Flekken – as the Dutchman dived to grab the ball when the 27-year-old tried to round him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTNT’s astounded broadcaster responded: “Beto couldn’t find the neto!”But viewers claimed it was the wrong rhyme and place for such a verdict.Most fans did take what was surely meant as just a bit of fun in the right spirit.But one demanded: “Sack that commentator what the hell.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnother joked “Lost my Beto” after Everton went seven Prem games unbeaten.Yoane Wissa nodded his 13th goal of the season for Brentford in first-half stoppage time.But Jake O’Brien conjured a flying header to rescue a point for the Toffees in the 77th minute with his first goal in English football.10,000 attend test event at Everton’s new stadiumHowever, it could have been much better for Moyes’ men if Beto hadn’t wasted TWO golden chances.One fan posted: “Beto couldn’t find the neto for Toffo.”But Brentford had slightly more of the play – so perhaps if they had los tit would have been poetic injustice. More

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      Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand ‘storms off set’ live on TNT Sports and says ‘that’s out of order’ after ‘rubbish’ comment

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      RIO FERDINAND jokingly stormed off set after being asked for his thoughts on a “rubbish” comment.The TNT Sports team of Joe Cole, Peter Crouch, Ally McCoist and Ferdinand were answering questions from fans before Chelsea’s 4-0 win over Southampton last night.Rio Ferdinand stormed off the TNT Sports set after Man Utd were brought upCredit: TNT sportsHis fellow pundits were left in hystericsCredit: TNT SPORTSOne viewer wrote in to say that Manchester United will not win the title for 30 years.As the tweet was read out by host Lynsey Hipgrave, Ferdinand hilariously walked off camera.As he stormed off, the former defender shouted with a smile: “You are out of order. That is out of order. We are not even playing tonight.”That is a load of rubbish, who was that? Who sent that in?”READ MORE ON MAN UTDAsked how long it will take before the glory days return to Old Trafford, Cole said: “30 years is a long time, you would say no chance but the way things are going up there.”I certainly can’t see it in ten years. I would be comfortable saying ten years. They won’t win the title for ten years.”McCoist crunched the numbers, adding: “The last time they won it, that was 12 years. So if you are talking ten that is 22 years.”Ferdinand was again having none of it, hitting back: “Alright, Al. You’ve come alive, doing the maths.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSCrouch said: “I can’t see them winning anything in five years.”Man Utd last lifted the Premier League title at the end of the 2012/13 season when Ferdinand was still part of the squad. ‘He’s got a pair of b——s,’ says Rio Ferdinand as he hits back at Roy Keane’s criticism of Man Utd star GarnachoThe club are currently on course for their worst ever season as they languish 15th in the table.With just 30 points after 26 games, they are a whopping 34 behind league leaders Liverpool.Ferdinand ripped into the Ruben Amorim’s side after their 2-2 draw to Everton on Saturday, saying: “I don’t know if I have seen a United team this bad. “It has been embarrassing in all different facets of the game.“Yes, we can talk about quality, you talk about talent, but one thing which is unforgivable is a lack of desire.“There’s instances in this game where Man Utd need to look at this Everton team and take examples from it. It’s embarrassing to sit here and watch it.“I hope [Amorim] went absolutely ballistic at the players. They were out-run, out-fought, out-jumped, every single department of the game. They were second best.” More

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      ‘Shaken not stirred’ – TNT Sports pundit makes his case to be next James Bond with namesake 66/1 in betting

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      JOE COLE joked about becoming the next James Bond with his namesake in the running for the role.The pundit appeared on commentary for TNT Sports’ coverage of Chelsea’s dominant win over Southampton.Joe Cole joked about becoming the next James BondCredit: AlamyThe actor Joe Cole is 66/1 with the bookies to succeed Daniel CraigCredit: GettySeveral stars have been linked to the role of James BondCredit: PAAnd he was asked about the betting odds for the next James Bond because actor Joe Cole of Peaky Blinders fame could land the role.Darren Fletcher brought up the link on commentary with former Chelsea star Cole.He joked: “I saw this morning if you get a second to ask him tonight that Joe Cole is 66/1 in the betting to be the next James Bond.”Cole was happy to humour his colleague, and responded: “He’s been desperate to get me on that. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Of course I know it’s another actor, but listen I think I should be shorter odds. Shaken not stirred.”For now Cole is concentrating on his day job and would have been happy with the evening as his former side won 4-0.Cole Palmer may not have been at the races, missing a hatful of chances, but Pedro Neto inspired the Blues to their first win in four matches.Neto scored one and produced one as Christopher Nkunku, Levi Colwill and Marc Cucurella also scored.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe actor Joe Cole actually supports the club where his namesake first started out – West Ham.He is 66/1 to become the next James Bond after Daniel Craig, the same odds as Game of Thrones star Kit Harrington and Daniel Kaluuya of Get Out and Black Mirror fame.Happy Valley star James Norton is favourite at 3/1.Colwill celebrates scoring Chelsea’s third goal with NkunkuCredit: ReutersEnzo Maresca hopes to change Chelsea’s over-reliance on Cole Palmer More