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      Arne Slot shows his class as he leads Anfield in chant about Jurgen Klopp after sealing 20th title for Liverpool

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      ARNE SLOT has paid homage to ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp with a Kop singalong after winning the Premier League. The Reds wrapped up a first title since 2020 with a thumping 5-1 win over Tottenham on Sunday. Arne Slot led Liverpool fans in a chant for Jurgen Klopp after his team clinched the titleThe Dutchman celebrated with supporters after a 5-1 win over TottenhamCredit: GettyKlopp had implored the Liverpool faithful to get behind Slot during his farewell game against Wolves last MayCredit: GettySlot cut a relaxed figure all afternoon as his team stormed back from behind against hapless Spurs.And he led an emotional rendition of a Klopp chant while celebrating at a raucous Anfield. The Dutchman took the mic to address fans after securing the title with four games to spare.It is the first time since 1990 that fans have been in Anfield to celebrate a top-flight title. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLKlopp stepped aside from his role as Liverpool boss last summer.And he had implored fans to welcome his replacement Slot by leading a chant with fans after a final-day win against Wolves last May.Slot repaid the favour on Sunday, singing down the mic: “Jurgen Klopp, la la la.”The chant – to the tune of Life is Life by Opus – was immediately bellowed back by all four sides of Anfield. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOne fan wrote in response to the footage on X: “This is the real heritage.”Another said: “This one’s for you Jurgen, we will never be able to thank you enough for what you did for us.”HOW LIVERPOOL WON THE TITLEWhile a third added: “Has someone been cutting onions?”A fourth commented: “I’m actually bursting into tears what a football club.”And a fifth said: “The best full circle moment ever.”Liverpool demolished Spurs thanks to goals from Mo Salah, Alexis Mac Allister, Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo.Fans and players celebrated after the final whistle, with Salah taking selfies in front of the Kop.Slot’s triumph comes in his first full season in chargeCredit: GettyMo Salah shared selfies with a jubilant home support on MerseysideCredit: GettyAn emotional Slot told Sky Sports: “It is difficult to put into words. “The scenes here and before the game tells you more than I can describe.”[The fans being here] is what makes it special. Three or four years ago they won the league.Read More on The Sun”It was an amazing accomplishment, but the fans weren’t there. “So you can feel how important it was for them to be here. And the boys did an outstanding job today, including our fans.” More

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      Liverpool fans just discovering what Premier League-winning boss Arne Slot’s real name is and say ‘I’ll never recover’

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      LIVERPOOL fans are digesting Premier League title glory AND a shock discovery about boss Arne Slot’s real name.The Reds confirmed their first crown for five years with Sunday’s 5-1 home win over Tottenham.Arne Slot is celebrating title glory in his first season in chargeCredit: RexSlot has become the first Anfield chief since Kenny Dalglish in 1985-86 to win the title during his first season in charge.Liverpool also equalled Manchester United’s haul of 20 top-flight crowns.And fans in awe of Slot’s achievement are equally astounded to only find out now that Arne is only his NICKNAME.The 46-year-old was in fact given the birth name Arend Martijn Slot.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArend – meaning Eagle –  is rarely used as a name even in his native Netherlands.The moniker was passed down to him from his dad.Liverpool fan Paul Senior decided the time was right for a wider audience to know that Arne is not the ex-Feyenoord chief’s true name.And with the title unofficially in the bag for weeks, the main shock for supporters was the revelation about Slot.Most read in FootballOne fan joked Slot had ‘disguised’ his real name ahead of title joyCredit: PABEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOne fan responded: “Not sure I’ll ever recover.” Another commented: “Mad when you find out the managers name isn’t actually Arne.”Gary Neville reveals fear with Liverpool to become most successful English team everA third claimed: “I need to sit down.” And in a reference to an ex-Liverpool keeper, one posted: “Like finding out Pepe Reina’s name was Jose the whole time.”Many supporters simple couldn’t believe they had been in the dark about Arne – or rather Arend – for so long.One said: “No way I just found this out.”Another reckoned it had all been a mischievous master-plan by a manager whose title joy has made him an instant Anfield icon.He wrote: “Disguised his real name as he managed @LFC winning the league. Slick Slot. Love it.” More

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      Moment car ends up pitch side in middle of English football match as fans say ‘non-league at its finest’

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      STUNNED fans reckon a surprise intervention from a CAR showed ‘non-league football at its finest’. Matlock Town’s clash with Lancaster City was revving up nicely when a Honda Jazz trundled past pitchside – in front of the main stand.Fans didn’t know whether to focus on the match or the vehicleThere was no ‘brake’ in the first-half action as the seventh-tier, Northern Premier League game continued.But visitors Lancaster posted in their match coverage: “A car has taken an unexpected detour and found himself pitch side at the fittingly named Proctor Cars Stadium.”And if the venue name was apt, how about the player who put City in front soon after…Lewis Mansell – a moniker combining two of Britain’s most famous Formula 1 stars – put Lancaster in the driving seat with a 24th-minute opener.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMontel Gibson levelled just before the interval – in his final game for relegated Matlock as Town have freed the hotshot from his contract to play at a higher level.There were no more goals in the 1-1 stalemate… if only the car had brought its scoring boot!And it was the unexpected motoring moment that captivated viewers when the incident was posted online.One responded: “Normal non league behaviour over here.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Live car auction during the game?” wondered another.And a third reckoned the vehicle should be “offered as part of hospitality” at future matches.Non-league clash SUSPENDED with players forced off the pitch due to weatherAnother fan reckoned it was “more like CAR-lisle” – with Vauxhall Motors another suggested host.  Meanwhile, one expert analyst delivered some tactical advice.He concluded: “Can’t park there mate.”The ‘Matlock Motor Mystery’ might then have been solved by another post.A fan wrote: “For those wondering, this was a musician who provided pre-match entertainment having to leave the game early to get to his next gig, but to exit our small club car park you have to follow a ‘driveway’ round the pitch. Unfortunate if the game is in progress!” More

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      Fans baffled by first person Conor Benn spoke to outside ring after his brutal defeat to Chris Eubank Jr

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      CONOR BENN left fans baffled after they spotted the first person he spoke to outside of the ring after his fight with Chris Eubank Jr.Benn, 28, suffered his first career defeat to Eubank Jr at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday.Conor Benn was seen chatting to a surprise guest after his fight with Chris Eubank JrCredit: GettyBenn spoke to celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay immediately after the fightCredit: GettyThe Destroyer had battled through 12 brutal rounds to make the final bell.But before the judges announced the decision of who had won the fight, Benn was seen briefly stepping outside of the ring to speak to someone ringside.And when the camera panned to Benn to see who he was conversing with, people were stunned to learn it was celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.Before the fight, Ramsay, 58, had predicted the son of Nigel Benn to come away with the victory.READ MORE IN BOXINGPicked up on cameras he could be heard saying, “well done” to Benn for his effort in the thrilling clash.Reacting to his stunning appearance and their post-fight chat, one fan said: “Why’s he talking to Gordon Ramsay?”A second said: “Gotta respect Benn, straight to Ramsay for the scrambled egg recipe as soon as the bell went.”A third said: “Gordon Ramsay at the fight yano.”Most read in BoxingBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnother said: “Omg Gordon Ramsay.”A fifth added: “Still slightly confused that the person Benn greeted last night after the fight was Gordon Ramsay.”SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on Chris Eubank Jr’s win over Conor BennAnother fan claimed he had heard Benn saying he watches Ramsay’s programme all the time, though it is not exactly clear how the two became friends.However, Benn and Ramsay were left disappointed as the results were announced.All three judges scored 116-112 in favour of Eubank Jr over Benn.Benn said he was gutted to have lost but was determined to get “revenge” in a rematch.And a rematch between them has already been earmarked for later this year by Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh.Alalshikh said: “If they’re not injured and ready, we want the rematch in late September at Tottenham.”The British fans were amazing, and I thank them.”Read More on The SunRamsay is a regular sight at sporting events, grabbing seats at his fair share of blockbuster boxing matches, football games and Formula One races.Other celebs in attendance included footballers Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice, as well as actor Idris Elba and TV star Maya Jama.Eubank Jr vs Benn: SunSport’s verdictTHIRTY-FIVE YEARS of the Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr rivalry was settled with 36 minutes of violence.Yet with all the tremendous heart shown by both boxers, there wasn’t much technique, skill or finesse on display here.After tons of trash talking, egg throwing and mind games that have been played out to the world over the last three years, SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on what should be the final chapter in one of British boxing’s biggest beefs.Read here to find out why the 12-round slugfest should not be repeated – and why the rivalry should now be put to bed.CHRIS EUBANK JR VS CONOR BENN LIVE: ALL THE LATEST FROM HUGE GRUDGE MATCH More

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      ‘Kinda weird’ – Unusual reason why Cole Palmer was spotted running out of Stamford Bridge emerges

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      CHELSEA star Cole Palmer left fans stunned when he was spotted running out of Stamford Bridge after Saturday’s match with Everton.The Blues’ supporters couldn’t believe the sight of Palmer, 22, – wearing a black hoodie with one phone on his ear and another in his hand – jogging away from the stadium in front of the crowd.Chelsea star Cole Palmer left fans stunned when he was spotted running outside Stamford BridgePalmer was running to collect a pair of boots at a petrol stationPalmer disappointed for Chelsea against EvertonA clip showing the bizarre incident made the rounds on social media and fans tried to understand what was going on.And it turns out the England international was in a hurry to meet a fixer to collect a pair of Prada shoes at a petrol station.A TikTok account from the delivery man posted a video of Palmer receiving the expensive footwear.In a video they explained the long journey to make the delivery: “I got a message late last night when I was in the Middle East. Read More on Chelsea”Touchdown in London this morning, had to sort everything out super last minute.”Caught a little bit of the game on TV. Listen, if you know how we do things here, we always deliver. Checking the pair out and making sure everything is all good.”He got absolutely swarmed by fans driving out the game. Here he is signing his match top for me, always super easy to deal with – and yeah guys, as always, sorted!”The news of what Palmer was up to has led to a mixed reaction from the Chelsea faithful.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOne fan tweeted: “Kinda weird that on a huge matchday Cole is thinking about shoes and not 3 points. Still love him but like.”Another commented: “Wait, what?”Fans beg Cole Palmer ‘never change’ as footage of Chelsea star asking waiter bizarre question emerges A third wrote: “First case where a footballer legitimately got a call and was in a hurry, and not just avoiding the fans?”This fan said: “What a lad.”And that one posted: “Just Palmer things.”Chelsea managed to pick up an important 1-0 win over Everton but Palmer continued his rotten run of form, earning the WORST rating in SunSport’s player ratings for the game.Nicolas Jackson’s strike was enough to earn the West Londoners the three points, but the forward put in a particularly poor display by his usually lofty standards.Another blank means the ex-Manchester City ace has now failed to score in his last 17 games.Chelsea player ratings vs EvertonBy Lloyd CanfieldENZO MARESCA watched on from the stands as Chelsea stole a 1-0 win at home to Everton. The game was shocked into life after 26 minutes when good pressure from the home side saw Nicolas Jackson take the ball on the turn and rifle it into the back of Jordan Pickford’s net, his first goal since returning from injury. It was by no means easy after they grabbed the opener though, as the Blues dominated possession but failed to add more goals to their tally.So who was to blame for another lethargic display? Did Cole Palmer finally show signs of improvement?Check out our Chelsea player ratings. More

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      Cole Palmer spotted running away from Stamford Bridge as baffled Chelsea fans ask ‘where is he going?’

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      CHELSEA fans were left baffled after they spotted Cole Palmer running away from Stamford Bridge.A video shared on social media showed the Blues star wearing a hoodie and shorts running through a crowd of fans while holding a phone to his ear and another in his hand.Cole Palmer was seen running away from Stamford Bridge in a social media video released todayCredit: XPalmer was seen wearing a black hoodie while holding a phone in each handCredit: XFans chased after the Chelsea star outside of the BridgeCredit: XIt is not clear when the video was takenCredit: XFans were seen running after Palmer in the bizarre clip.The 22-year-old starred during today’s 1-0 win over Everton at Stamford Bridge.However, it is unclear when the video was taken.Regardless, fans were left baffled by his appearance in the video by the club stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReacting on social media, one fan said: “What’s going on?”A second said: “New meme template dropped.”A third added: “Lmao! The team bus left him behind.”Another said: “What’s he doing?”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgePalmer continued his rotten run of form on the pitch against the Toffees, earning the WORST Chelsea rating in SunSport’s player ratings for the game.Nicolas Jackson’s strike was enough to earn Chelsea the three points, but Palmer put in a particularly poor display by his usually lofty standards.’Reminded me of Gerrard at Liverpool’ – Cole Palmer told he needs to LEAVE Chelsea and has outgrown the club alreadyAnother blank today means Palmer has now failed to score in his last 17 games, while Jackson’s goal ended his 13-game streak.Manager Enzo Maresca had said before the match that the England international’s problem was “mental” and not tactical.He said: “For sure it’s a mental thing, it’s not tactical or technical.”Cole is still the player who scored 14 goals in 20 games. The style is the same, the manager is the same, the club is the same. Nothing has changed around Cole. It’s just mentally in this moment.“You can see he’s a little bit worried because he wants to help the team. You can see he’s struggling a bit on that. “But he showed how happy he was after Fulham. It’s just a matter [of whether] we can win games. For sure he’s going to score goals.Read More on The Sun“If you go back game by game, he had at least every game one or two chances, so it’s not about how the team is playing.”The early kick-off win had moved the club up to fourth in the Premier League, although a 3-0 win for Newcastle over Ipswich later on saw them dropped back down to fifth.Cole Palmer’s goalless run is now up to 17 gamesCredit: Rex More

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      Fire brigade rush to Championship stadium as blaze erupts in laundry room ahead of huge clash

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      FIRE CREWS were called to tackle a fire at Luton Town football club.Pictures and videos shared on social media showed the home of the Championship football club, Kenilworth Road, on fire on Friday evening.Fire crews were seen tackling a fire at Luton Town’s Kenilworth Road on Friday eveningCredit: https://x.com/dawkinscov1980/status/1915863364422586613The source of the incident was from a small appliance that had caught fire in the stadium’s laundry roomCredit: AlamyFirefighters were seen battling the blaze as black smoke billowed from the stadium.Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene at 8:08pm, with crews from Luton, Stopsley, Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard stations all responding.The fire brigade said firefighters wore breathing apparatus and tackled the blaze from an aerial platform and a 9-metre ladder using two hose reels during the incident.A thermal imaging camera was also used to check for hotspots in the operation.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe fire brought was under control and extinguished within two hours.A Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service statement confirmed crews remained on the scene and a full road closure was still in place on Hatters Way hours later.The shocking scenes came hours before the Championship outfit’s match against Coventry.The clash, which could be pivotal in the Hatters’ battle against relegation, was due to start at 12:30pm.Most read in FootballAnd a statement released by the club at 10:39pm confirmed there would be “no disruption” to the fixture with Coventry.The full statement read “We would like to advise supporters that following reports of an incident at Kenilworth Road this evening, there is no disruption to tomorrow’s fixture with Coventry City taking place.”Smoke was found to be coming from a small appliance that had caught fire in the stadium’s laundry room, which was contained within that area and has been dealt with swiftly to prevent any substantial damage.”We would like to offer a huge thank you to Beds Fire & Rescue for their quick intervention, along with club partners and staff who are also on site to help resolve the issue and ensure that everything is now safe.” More

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      Arsenal fans come up with wildest conspiracy theory yet as American VAR official makes big call in Crystal Palace clash

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      ARSENAL fans have leapt to the top of the table – for conspiracy theories!Gunners’ supporters noted an unusual twist as a huge VAR call in a 2-2 home draw with Crystal Palace helped put Liverpool on the brink of the Prem crown.Gabriel Martinelli had the simple task of putting the ball in the netCredit: RexJurrien Timber hooked the ball back in for Martinelli to volley inCredit: Sky SportsBut VAR ruled the ball had gone out before Timber crossed itCredit: Sky SportsBelow-par Arsenal were 2-1 up midway through the second period when Jurrien Timber hooked the ball over Eagles keeper Dean Henderson for Gabriel Martinelli to volley home from point-blank range.An assistant referee ruled it out for offside against Timber – but after a lengthy delay VAR decided that was the wrong call.Unfortunately for Arsenal, the video assistant also spotted that the ball had gone out of play just as the defender crossed it in, so the goal was disallowed after all.And having levelled brilliantly once, through Eberechi Eze, Palace went on to do it again, and arguably even better, through sub Jean Philippe Mateta’s long-range chip.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSIt means Liverpool need just a point at home to Tottenham on Sunday to seal the title in Arne Slot’s first season in charge.But if the Gunners were disappointing on the pitch, their fans dazzled online – with their VAR conspiracies.One pointed out that the video assistant was an American – former Major League Soccer referee Alex Chilowicz.The New Jersey official, 37, who is also known to be a musician, switched to officiating in England two years ago.Most read in FootballDefenders William Saliba and Jakub Kiwior show Arsenal’s dejectionCredit: ReutersBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe became one of the first non-Brits to take charge of an EFL match in December 2023.And he finally oversaw a game on Premier League turf in August 2024, as Brighton took on Sussex rivals Crawley in the EFL Cup.Viktor Gyokeres responds as he is asked if he ‘likes London’ amid Arsenal transfer linksBut on Wednesday night he found himself under a far more intense microscope in a cagey contest refereed by Michael Salisbury.One fan described Chilowicz and Salisbury as a pair of “unknowns”.The supporter then added to his wacky thinking – with a surprise question.He posted on X: “I find it hilarious that the referee and VAR tonight for #Arsenal game are unknowns. None of the usual clowns. “Is it because @FA_PGMOL  are all with the Liverpool players ready to celebrate their title win if we lost tonight?”Another supporter was more blunt with his observation.He wrote: “VAR always works correctly when it’s against Arsenal lol.”A third claimed: “Now that the league is decided, they take their time on VAR calls involving Arsenal.”And a fourth hinted that, apart from terrible luck with injuries to strikers, the Gunners have had equally miserable misfortune up front – albeit off the pitch.With an apparent touch of suspicion, he lamented: “So many goals disallowed from VAR for Arsenal this year.”Other fans blasted the “ridiculous” length of time waiting for VAR to deliver a verdict.But at least one viewer suggested the incident was a VICTORY for the technology.He wrote: “You have to give the Premier League credit.”That Timber goal was inconclusive 3 months ago… VAR is awful but getting the tech in place to see an out ball is super stuff… Nobody hates VAR more than me, but credit where it’s due.”  Meanwhile, Prem chiefs acted to clear up debate over the disallowed goal with an explanation on social media.Read More on The SunThey posted: “VAR checked the referee’s call of no goal for Arsenal for offside against Timber – and established that he was in an onside position in the build-up. “However, the VAR also determined that the ball had gone out of play in the build-up and the goal should be ruled out.”  Boss Mikel Arteta was frustrated by Arsenal’s two dropped pointsCredit: Getty More