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    Luke Littler puts brave face on after Man Utd hammering as darts star brutally trolls Liverpool legend

    LUKE LITTLER put on a brave face as he trolled a Liverpool legend just minutes after they beat his beloved Manchester United.Arne Slot’s lot ran rampant against their bitter rivals on Sunday, registering an emphatic 3-0 win at Old Trafford.Manchester United suffered an embarrassing 3-0 defeat to Liverpool at the weekendCredit: PAUnited superfan Luke Littler caught the score before his German Darts Masters clash with Peter WrightCredit: INSTAGRAM/MANCHESTER UNITEDLittler decided to take aim at Kop icon Steven Gerrard after the matchAnd rather than take to social media to show his disappointment, darts sensation Littler took to his Instagram to troll Reds legend Steven Gerrard.The 17-year-old – who was filmed playing darts as a toddler while wearing an England shirt with Gerrard’s name on it – posted a side-by-side picture of himself holding his Premier League Darts trophy and the Kop icon looking dejected to his story.And he emblazoned a 1-0 scoreline across the snap in a blunt reference to Gerrard’s failure to win the English top fight.Gerard has yet to respond to Littler’s dig, which came after the teen lost the Geman Darts Masters final to Peter Wright.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLittler was beaten by Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright 8-5 in a sensational final in Hildesheim.Littler was overcome with emotion after losing the match, in which he sarcastically applauded fans.And he later revealed he broke down as one of his best friends is currently mourning the loss of his father.He wrote on his Instagram story: “Not looking for sympathy or anything I was just trying to say how my best mate has lost his dad at such a young age.Most read in DartsLuke Littler lost the German Darts Masters final to Peter Wright on SundayCredit: PDC Europe”I’ve known Ellis since we both was 3,4 and it’s been on my mind all week the strongest lad I know.”And just couldn’t get the job done as I would of liked.”Luke Littler in shock split from girlfriend Eloise Milburn with darts star, 17, heartbroken after 10 months of datingFan favourite Wright received a roaring reception after winning the tournament and was also overcome with emotion.Choking back tears, an emotional Wright said: “I’m on the way back.” More

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    Fans say ‘this is gonna save boxing’ as new price for PPV fights is proposed

    SAUDI supremo Turki Alalshikh wants to overhaul boxing’s pay-per-view structure and LOWER prices – and fight fans are over the moon.Prices for the premier fights in the sport have shot up in recent years, much to the frustration of fans worldwide.Pay-per-view prices for big boxing fights have shot up in recent yearsCredit: GETTYSaudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh wants to LOWER the prices fight fans payCredit: GettyBoxing fans in the UK once paid a cool £19.95 to watch fights from the comfort of their homes, but broadcasters bumped up the price to £24.95 in December 2019 for Anthony Joshua rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr.American fans have it even worse, regularly paying between $69.99 (£53.31) and $84.99 (£64.72) to watch the elite throw down, fees which have led to an increase in illegal streaming.But Alalshikh plans to combat the rise in dodgy streaming by working with broadcasters to lower their prices to a less than £20 in the UK and $20 in the USA.During an appearance on talkSPORT, he said: “You mention the PPV, I think this is my next big fight and I want your advice also.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”I dream of a PPV with a good price to make the fans happy and subscribe and get them to watch it legally.”Usually when I see a high PPV, a lot of people go and watch the fight illegally and this is not healthy for boxing and the platform.”What I will try to push is to have our Riyadh Season shows at less than £20 in England and less than $20 around the world…”I would prefer to have one million fans subscribe and buy the PPV for £20 than less than 500,000 [for £40].Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The people go around it illegally because the price is high. In the future, this will not build boxing.”If I give the fans good fights at a good price then I will increase the fanbase.”Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois on track to break Tyson Fury’s stunning record at world title fight Alalshikh’s plans were well received by fight fans, one of whom said: “Salute!!”Another said: “Man of the people.”And another said: “This man might be the saviour.”One remarked: “This is gonna save boxing.”Another chimed in: “There goes my hero!”Brit boxing fans had to pay £24.99 in May to watch the historic undisputed heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, while Americans forked out $69.99.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey will, however, pay considerably less for this month’s IBF heavyweight title fight between defending champion Daniel Dubois and former titleholder Anthony Joshua.TNT Sports have slapped a £19.95 price tag on the domestic dust-up, which will take place in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium. More

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    Footballer attacked at home by thugs after appearing in Bayern Munich shirt as police launch probe

    POLICE are investigating an attack on Nurnberg footballer Niklas-Wilson Sommer.The right-back was attacked in his home and shared images of his wounds on social media.Niklas-Wilson Sommer was attacked in his homeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/niklas.wilson/The attack is thought to be because he wore a Bayern Munich shirtCredit: https://www.instagram.com/niklas.wilson/The incident took place after he shared a picture of himself wearing a Bayern Munich shirt.The image had been deleted from social media and Sommer had already apologised for it.The 26-year-old has been supported by the club, which has condemned the attack.A club statement read: “During the night from Saturday to Sunday, there was a physical attack on one of our U23 players.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”By lying in wait on the doorstep in the early evening and then physically attacking him a few hours later in the night, these people crossed all boundaries.”The act is apparently a reaction to the player appearing in a Bayern jersey on social media three days earlier.”The photo was deleted shortly after publication and the player also publicly apologized.”The club will never accept players being physically attacked.Most read in Football”That is exactly what happened last night through the actions of individuals.”The club condemns this behaviour in the strongest possible terms. It is absolutely incompatible with the values ​​of FCN.Sommer currently plays for Nunrberg IICredit: GettyHe has also played for Mannheim and DAC Dunajská StredaCredit: Getty”The police investigation into the incident began last night.”If there are any convictions in this connection, the club will of course react accordingly.”Former Premier League star John Paintsil rushed to hospital after terrifying car crashSommer was targeted by a crowd protest during the 4-0 defeat at home to Magdeburg on Saturday.One banner read: “Club pride instead of hipster posing. Niklas Wilson, you’re s**t, like FCB.”Another stated: “Wilson, p**s off, you Bayern pig.”Sommer shared images of the wounds he suffered after the attack on social media.The pictures showed red marks and swelling across his face.Sommer posted his injuries on social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/niklas.wilson/Swelling could be seen around his faceCredit: https://www.instagram.com/niklas.wilson/Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Sickening moment fighter snaps ankle mid-fight before slipping it back into place as if nothing happened

    A BAREKNUCKLE boxer suffered a horrific broken ankle just seconds into their latest fight.Trevor Bozniak locked horns with Kayden Giroux at the latest BKFC Prospect Series event in Edmonton, Canada last Saturday.Trevor Bozniak locked horns with Kayden Giroux at last weekend’s BKFC Prospect Series eventCredit: BKFCThe cruiserweight contender was floored by a thunderous right hookCredit: BKFCBozniak snapped his right ankle on his way to the canvasCredit: BKFCThe fight was stopped after just ten seconds, but not because of the brutal and bloody knockouts we’re used to seeing in the promotion.The referee waved off the contest after seeing Bozniak’s ankle snap as he got dropped by a thunderous right hand inside the pocket.Bozniak’s right ankle was nearly at a right angle after bearing the brunt of his weight as he was sent hurtling to the canvas.But miraculously, he shrugged off the injury by popping the ankle back into place before rising to his feet.READ MORE BOXING NEWSBut referee Dan Miragliotta had already seen enough and waved off the contest, much to Bozniak’s frustration.The horror clip spread like wildfire on social media and baffled fight fans across the globe.One wrote on X: “That dude didn’t even wince. I have no clue how he just put it back and was like, ‘I’m good.'”Another said: “Bro just stood up.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSReferee Dan Miragliotta was quick to wave off the contestCredit: BKFCAnd another said: “How did he stand back up after that?”One remarked: “Bro feels no pain.”Watch stunning six second knockout in brutal bare-knuckle boxing fight leaving UFC legend Conor McGregor in aweAnother chimed in: “Walked it off.”One stunned fan asked: “How did he just snap his foot back like nothing happened.”Victory over Bozniak was cruiserweight up-and-comer Giroux’s first under the BKFC banner. More

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    ‘Petrified’ BBC pundit forced to hide from rowdy rival fans for FOUR HOURS on packed train

    ALAN SHEARER revealed that he was “petrified” after being caught on a train with Sunderland fans.The BBC pundit and retired footballer is beloved in Newcastle but not liked by their biggest rivals, the Black Cats.Alan Shearer admitted he was ‘petrified’ while on a train with Sunderland fansCredit: GettyHe scored 206 goals for Newcastle during his careerCredit: GettyShearer, 54, found himself on a packed train from London to Newcastle, surrounded by the rival supporters.The Sunderland fans were in a great mood, having watched their side beat Portsmouth 3-1 at Fratton Park.The former Newcastle star was trying to get back up north after flying back to Heathrow from a friends wedding in Perugia in Italy.However due to the latness of the train, he was unable to get a spot in first class and ended up having to hide his face from the fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShearer revealed his ordeal on the Rest is Football podcast He said: “We get on the Heathrow Express and then get on the tube to King’s Cross.”There was a lovely lady from LNER and she was waiting for us and told us there were hardly any seats left.”She met us at King’s Cross and got us enough seats but there were no booths.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”She then said there was going to be a lot of football fans on, so I am sat thinking at least I am on the train.”We were not in first class and were in coach and I think ‘oh my f*****g god, Sunderland have played Portsmouth away.Watch Micah Richards belt out Bob Marley song with Danny Murphy and Alan Shearer as fans hail ‘nation’s treasure'”So I got my cap on, and I am wedged in the corner, and it is getting busier and busier, and the aisle is getting taken up by singing Sunderland fans.”Within half an hour, I can’t lift my head up because I am scared as it is just full of them in a great mood.”Then they started singing the Newcastle and Shearer songs and I had nearly four hours of which I could not lift my head up, I was petrified.”Shearer continued to reveal that he managed to make it all the way to Newcastle without being spotted by the Sunderland fans.He added: “I got all the way to Newcastle and was hoping they all got off at Durham, but only half of them did.”I was petrified getting off at Newcastle, but there was not one that recognised me.”I did not move for four hours and they had sung and abused me for four hours.”Shearer has often upset Sunderland fans during his appearances on the podcast.He has previously called the Stadium of Light a “s***hole” to which Gary Lineker said it was a “disgusting thing to say.Shearer made 405 appearances for his hometown club after signing from Blackburn in 1996.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe scored 206 goals for the Magpies during his 10-year spell at St James’ Park.Shearer is also the Premier League’s all-time top goalscorer.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Man Utd fans fume Erik ten Hag is ‘sacking himself’ with two ‘nonsense’ decisions in disastrous Liverpool clash

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been left believing Erik ten Hag is “sacking himself”.The criticism comes after two decisions made by the manager during their 3-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.Man Utd fans did not agree with two major decisions from Erik ten Hag against LiverpoolCredit: PAOne of the decisions fans took issue with was the decision to hook Alejandro Garnacho for Amad DialloCredit: GettyA brace from Luis Diaz and a second half strike from Mohamed Salah saw Liverpool capitalise on on two errors from Casemiro and one from Kobbie Mainoo.Ten Hag had rolled the dice at the break by hooking Casemiro from the middle of the pitch and replacing him with 20-year-old Toby Collyer.However, with the score 3-0 in the 69th minute, the Dutchman rolled the dice again to try and find a way back into the game.Matthijs de Ligt and Alejandro Garnacho were both taken off for Harry Maguire and Amad Diallo respectively.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, fans online believed the decisions were not the correct ones.Taking to social media, one fan said: “Maguire for De Ligt…..incredible. “Garnacho for Amad… Ten Hag is sacking himself with this nonsense favouritism.”A second said: “Absolutely shocking substitutions.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third added: “How do u do a CB substitute when u looking for goals.”The home crowd also made their view of the subs known when they booed Garnacho’s substitution.Man Utd Player Ratings Casemiro’s Nightmare Against LiverpoolDe Ligt was on a yellow card at the time of the substitution, while Garnacho had had a particularly poor game as outlined by SunSport’s Man Utd player ratings.And Garnacho’s stats showed that the Red Devils boss may well have made the right decision in an attacking sense.The Argentine made just four forward passes during the game at Old Trafford.Speaking after the match, Ten Hag fumed that player errors had cost the team, before bizarrely declaring he was “not Harry Potter” as he spoke about the fitness of some players going into the game.Man Utd player ratings vs LiverpoolMANCHESTER UNITED had a horror show against Liverpool as they lost 3-0.Casemiro was so bad he was taken off at half-time.But were there any positive performances at Old Trafford?Amadou Onana – 5Nothing he could do about any of Liverpool’s goals and made a few saves to prevent the scoreline from getting worse.Noussair Mazraoui – 5Came close to scoring in the first half and looked solid enough against Diaz although he did push up too high before Liverpool’s opener.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Left Diaz and Domink Szobozslai in acres of space for the opening goal but was left in a tricky spot thanks to Casemiro’s error. Booked for a shocking late tackle on Diaz.Lisandro Martinez – 3Lost Diaz for the second goal which meant the Colombian was able to score unmarked from the penalty spot.Also guilty of giving away the ball too easily and was not tight enough with his marking.Diogo Dalot – 4Was caught out pushing up too quickly for the first goal and did not do enough to stop Mo Salah’s cross in the build-up to Liverpool’s second.Looked dangerous in attack at times but too infrequently as he had plenty of defensive work to do since Rashford did not track Trent Alexander-Arnold.Casemiro – 2A horror show in the first half as he gave the ball away in the lead up to both of Liverpool’s goals.He was caught on the ball for the second after a shocking misplaced pass left his defence vulnerable for the opening goal. Hooked at half-time.Kobbie Mainoo – 4Fell victim to the Casemiro curse as he was shrugged off the ball in a terrible position, allowing Liverpool to add a third with ease.Bruno Fernandes – 5Was United’s most creative spark but that is not saying much. Tried to get his side going in the first half but looked short of ideas and inspiration after the break.Alejandro Garnacho – 4Still appears to be a little rusty and is yet to hit the heights he reached last season.Marcus Rashford – 3Nothing came off for the out-of-sorts forward who must be running out of chances before he is dropped.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Quiet up-front and had little influence on the wing as well, but missed a clear-cut chance with his head and should have turned in Rashford’s cross which he met at the far post.SubsTom Collyer (for Casemiro, HT) – 5A difficult game for the youngster to make his Premier League debut but he put himself about and won a few tackles.Harry Maguire (for De Ligt, 69mins) – 5Shored things up at the back as Liverpool took their foot off the pedal.Amad (for Garnacho, 69mins) – 5Provided a spark on the right and looked more lively than Garnacho.Christian Eriksen (for Zirkzee, 86mins) – N/ANot on long enough to make an impact.He said: “It is not like I am Harry Potter. You have to acknowledge that. For three players it was their first start of the season.”Manuel Ugarte did not play one minute – he needs to build his fitness. “Then we have to build him into the team. I am sure he will contribute to our team. “It will take a couple of weeks, maybe even months. That is the same for a lot of players.”Frontman Joshua Zirkzee was one of the trio making their first starts of the season.The former Bologna ace had two huge chances to score from close range provided by delightful Marcus Rashford in-swinging crosses, but was unable to convert either.Meanwhile, another new signing, Manuel Ugarte, was presented to the fans before allegedly leaving for Uruguay duty.Ten Hag added: “I don’t want to talk about positives today. This defeat hurts for us and our fans.”It is the third game of the season. I have had to explain this so many times. We have to build a new team. We will be fine but it is clear we have to improve.”At the end of the season I am quite confident we will have a big chance to lift another trophy.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe match left Sir Jim Ratcliffe with his head in his hands.United next play against newly-promoted Southampton away from home after the international break. More

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    ‘Absolute poet’ Peter Drury leaves fans divided with ‘unnecessary’ pun live on Sky Sports after Man Utd vs Liverpool

    SKY SPORTS commentator Peter Drury took social media by storm with a comical pun after the Premier League derby between Liverpool and Manchester United.Drury, 56, covered the Reds’ 3-0 victory over United at Old Trafford.Sky Sports commentator Peter Drury went viral with a comical punCredit: AlamyDrury made a pun about Liverpool manager Arne Slot’s successful startThe Merseysiders’ winning streak under new manager Arne Slot was extended to three games, while goalkeeper Alisson kept a third clean sheet in a row.Drury appeared to get a little carried away amid Liverpool’s stunning start to the campaign as he went on to praise Slot.And the journalist decided to have a little fun with the use of an innocent pun.Drury said: “The Slot machine has paid out its first big jackpot.”Read More on FootballThat pun left fans divided as they stormed social media immediately after.One fan tweeted: “Peter Drury man. That’s unnecessary.”Another commented: “Even by Peter Drury’s own standards he needs locking up for that pun.”A third wrote: “Peter Drury you beauty.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThis fan said: “Where does Peter Drury drag these out from. Unreal.”And that one posted: “Peter Drury is an absolute poet.”Sky Sports News interrupt Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher’s spa day live on TV to get Man Utd vs Liverpool predictionsLiverpool are second in the Premier League table with the exact same points as leaders Manchester City who are ahead on goals scored. More

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    New footage of ‘wrong’ Declan Rice red card shows moment Brighton star ‘should have been booked’ just seconds before

    ARSENAL fans continue to protest Declan Rice’s controversial red card against Brighton after new footage emerged.Rice, 25, was shown a second yellow in the 49th minute for delaying a restart on Saturday at the Emirates.Brighton’s Danny Welbeck appeared to demand a second yellow for Arsenal’s Declan RiceCredit: Premier LeagueArsenal fans claim Welbeck should have also been booked before Rice’s red cardCredit: ReutersAnd now a new camera angle shows Brighton star Danny Welbeck complaining that his opponent should be shown another card – and performing a gesture to the referee to make his point.Former Arsenal ace Welbeck is heard saying: “It’s a second yellow.”Rules state that a player should be cautioned if they tell the ref to book a rival player, however it is not certain that the ex-England international was addressing referee Chris Kavanagh directly.Arsenal fans took to social media and complained that Welbeck should have also been booked for that.Read More on ArsenalOne supporter tweeted: “Right in front of him [Kavanagh] as well.”Another posted: “Danny Welbeck demanded the referee give Rice a second yellow, which is a booking in itself if we’re following ‘the law of the game’.”A third wrote: “HMMMMMMMM.”This one said: “But isn’t that an offence in itself?”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd that one stated: “Isn’t asking referee for a yellow card a yellow card offense?”Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey described Rice’s dismissal as wrong and said it was a “poor decision” by Kavanagh. Fans spot Declan Rice ‘throwing a strop’ in background while Mikel Arteta gives end-of-season Arsenal speechHalsey wrote on his SunSport column: “However, the ball was rolling when Brighton’s Joel Veltman took the free-kick, so the restart would not have taken place as it would have been wrong in Law.”Therefore, the delaying a restart does not apply. Kavanagh went looking for trouble and he found it.”A referee of his calibre at this level should not be sending players off for this. He should have managed the situation better by speaking to both players.”Rice should have received a final warning for flicking the ball away and Veltman was also lucky to escape punishment for kicking the England star.” More