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      Josh Taylor offers ‘ungrateful’ Jack Catterall cheeky present in another fiery press conference ahead of grudge fight

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      JOSH TAYLOR offered rival Jack Catterall a cheeky present during their fiery press conference.The boxers are set to have their highly anticipated rematch in April in Leeds.
      Josh Taylor gave Jack Catterall a packet of crayonsCredit: Getty
      Catterall was not impressed by the offerCredit: Getty
      Catterall left the crayons behindCredit: Twitter @JoshTaylorBoxer
      The first fight ended in a disputed split decision win for Taylor at the OVO Hydro arena in Glasgow.
      No love has been lost between the two as tempers flared during their first face-off ahead of their rematch, at a press conference in Edinburgh.
      There were plenty of strong words shared between the fighters, but Taylor was able to show his cheeky side with one gimmick.
      The Scot, 33, was seen leaning over to give Catterall the crayons, which sparked a confrontation between the two.
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      Throughout the presser, he continued to bring up that he had given Catterall crayons during their encounter.
      He could be heard telling his rival to “go back to your crayons” as he pointed them out.
      After the press conference ended, Taylor shared a picture of the crayons in front of Catterall’s nameplate on social media.
      He wrote: “Jack Catterall you left your present. So ungrateful.”
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      Many of Taylor’s fans loved the joke as they responded to the post.
      One fan wrote: “This had me in bits!”
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      A second commented: “Top bantz.”
      A third posted: “Well funny that.”
      A fourth said: “Great banter.”
      Another added: “Hahaha, that is quite funny, to be fair.”
      The controversy over the first fight and bitterness shared between the two made an immediate rematch a no-brainer.
      But competing promotions and networks stood in the way of the grudge match.
      However, now, after two years, a deal has finally been agreed upon for the arch-rivals to settle the score on April 27. More

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      World Cup icon and former Champions League finalist, 38, comes out of retirement to join South American non-league side

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      DIEGO GODIN has come out of retirement to join a non-league side.The former Atletico Madrid defender has linked up with Uruguayan outfit Centro Recreativo Porongos FC.
      Diego Godin has come out of retirementCredit: AFP or licensors
      He last played for Velez Sarsfield in ArgentinaCredit: Getty
      Godin, 38, will be a part of the squad for the 2024 season in the Flores Capital Soccer League.
      A club statement on social media read: “Welcome to Porongos, Diego!
      “Diego Godin will be part of the First Division squad in the 2024 season.”
      The club also uploaded a video which showcased some of Godin’s most memorable moments when playing for Uruguay.
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      The Uruguayan initially hung up his boots last July after leaving Argentine outfit Velez Sarsfield.
      He enjoyed a successful career spanning 20 years and eight different clubs before joining Porongos.

      In 2010, he joined Atletico Madrid, where he became one of Europe’s top defenders.
      Godin won the LaLiga title in 2014 and the Copa del Ray in 2013 as well as the Europa League twice.
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      He was a part of the team that reached the Champions League final in 2014 and 2016.
      However, he suffered defeat on both occasions, each time to cross-city rivals Real Madrid.
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      Godin left the club in 2019 as he moved to Italy and had spells at Inter Milan and Cagliari.
      On an international level, he earned 161 caps for Uruguay, with his first coming back in 2005.
      He featured in four World Cup tournaments for the nation and won the Copa America in 2011. More

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      Club apologise for ‘jaw-droppingly offensive’ Murder on the Dancefloor stop sign post of player who killed man in crash

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      A LEAGUE of Ireland club has deleted and apologised for a controversial social media post of a player holding a stop sign featuring the song Murder On The Dancefloor.It had been pointed out the man had been convicted of killing a dad-of-two in a car crash.
      Galway United’s Instagram post image was accompanied by the Sophie Ellis-Bextor hit Murder On The Dancefloor
      McCarthy was given a two-year suspended sentence and a seven-year driving ban in November 2020 after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing the death of Andrezej ObalekCredit: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
      Tragic Andrezej Obalek died in the crash
      The Instagram post by Galway United to promote a Premier Division clash against St Patrick’s Athletic tomorrow showed Ed McCarthy, 22, holding up the traffic sign.
      The image was accompanied by the Sophie Ellis-Bextor hit Murder On The Dancefloor and a golf club that is used to tee off and hit a ball long distances, which is known as a driver.
      The Moyross, Co Limerick native was 19 when he was given a two-year suspended sentence and a seven-year driving ban in November 2020 after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing the death of Andrezej Obalek, 55.
      McCarthy was driving home from a training session with Cork City on February 18 that year at Ballybeg, Buttevant, Co Cork on the main Cork-Limerick road at around 10.40pm and was speeding through bends.

      He lost control of his car and crossed over the divide to the wrong side of the road, hitting the Polish national’s car and causing him to hit a ditch and die instantly.
      McCarthy also hit another car that was following behind Mr Obalek’s vehicle and that driver suffered minor injuries.
      He told a court he “never meant harm to anyone” and “never set out to do anything like that to anyone”.
      During the trial, Judge Sean O’Donnabhain at Cork Circuit Criminal Court read a victim impact statement by Obalek’s sister, Urszula Obalek-Owstrowska.
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      It said: “Andrezej’s death caused a great gap in my life that I cannot fill with anything. I am still waiting for his calls, text messages, full of optimism.
      “You robbed me of this forever. I believe that the greatest punishment for you will be living with the knowledge that you have killed a great man.”
      The judge then addressed the court saying: “I hope the victim impact statement by Mr Obalek’s sister is burned into his brain and he never forgets it.
      “It is a belief that she has expressed to bring out the hurt that she has felt over the loss of her brother.”
      After it was posted, social media users were quick to point out the problems surrounding the image.
      In a post about the picture on Reddit, one user said: “Wow, not a good look at all.”
      Another added: “That golf club is a driver as well. Just jaw-droppingly offensive.”
      On X, one user said: “What would possess someone to think that was a good idea?”
      ‘Tasteless’
      Another described it as “horrible” and “tasteless, from both club and player”.
      The post on Instagram has since been deleted.
      Today, Galway United said it had meant no offence and wanted to “unreservedly apologise”.
      A statement on the club’s website read: “Galway United wish to advise that there was no offence intended by a recent social media post issued by the club and would like to unreservedly apologise for any hurt or distress that the post may have caused.”
      New contract
      Right-sided defender or midfielder McCarthy signed for Galway United in February 2022.
      McCarthy, who previously played for Cork City, Treaty United and Regional United, signed a new contract at Galway United last month.
      He had been named in the 2023 Professional Footballers Association Ireland First Division Team of the Year.
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      Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2001 hit Murder on the Dancefloor has returned to popularity after featuring in a memorable final scene in hit flick Saltburn.
      The hit movie, starring Ireland’s Barry Keoghan, tells the shocking story of what unfolds when a quiet young student spends a summer with a rich pal at an English country house. More

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      EFL clashes postponed hours before kick-off as heavy rain wreaks havoc on football calendar

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      PETERBOROUGH’S League One clash against Port Vale is one of a number of games which have been called off tonight following heavy rainfall.The decisions, announced by the clubs on social media barely two hours before kick-off.
      Petereborough’s League One clash with Port Vale was been called offCredit: Getty
      Grounds across the country have been hit by heavy rainfallCredit: Getty
      Burton’s pitch was deemed unplayable before their clash with CarlisleCredit: Rex
      A Posh statement read: “Peterborough United’s Sky Bet League One fixture with Port Vale has been postponed following a pitch inspection by match referee Adam Herczeg.
      “After persistent unpredicted heavy rain throughout the afternoon and into the evening, the Weston Homes pitch has been deemed unplayable.
      “The forecast for the evening does not show any sign of let up in terms of the rain. A new date for the fixture will be announced in due course.”
      The postponement means new Port Vale boss Darren Moore will have to wait to take charge of his first game, which will now be away at Cheltenham on February 17.
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      The League One clash was not the only fixture to be called off tonight following the heavy rainfall.
      Burton’s game with Carlisle was called off after likewise being deemed unplayable due to a waterlogged pitch.
      Grimsby’s League Two clash with Colchester was similarly called off due to a waterlogged pitch.
      Two National League matches – Altrincham v Wealdstone and Solihull Moors v Kidderminster – have both called off tonight.
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      Meanwhile, two more games – Taunton v Torquay and Truro v Dover – were also postponed.
      Peterborough sit fifth in the table and will now face promotion rivals Blackpool on Saturday.
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      Earlier today Port Vale, who are 21st in League One, announced the appointment of Moore, 49, on a five-and-a-half-year contract.
      On his appointment, the former West Brom and Huddersfield boss said: “When speaking to Carol, Dave and the club’s board, it’s clear that Port Vale FC and I are perfectly aligned with our long-term aspirations both on and off the pitch.
      “Our immediate aim is securing the club’s League One status between now and the end of this season whilst putting the foundations in place to create a clear footballing identity.
      “The contract is a long-term commitment from both myself and Port Vale FC; it’s a testament to the long-term vision of the club and a vision that we as a collective from myself, the supporters, the club staff and the players are all striving towards.
      “I am absolutely delighted to be here and I am thoroughly excited to get going.” More

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      Brighton fans say ‘love him already’ as Barco’s Argentina ‘s***housery’ to ruin Brazil’s Olympic dream goes viral

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      VALENTIN BARCO’S “s***housery” to ruin Brazil’s Olympic dream has sent social media into meltdown. The 19-year-old signed for Brighton for £7.87million in January from Boca Juniors but has been away on international duty.

      Valentin Barco was in action for Argentina against rivals BrazilCredit: https://twitter.com/SEAGULLz69/status/1757002907172450440
      Barco was shoved to the floor by livid Brazil players who crowded around the Seagulls youngsterCredit: https://twitter.com/SEAGULLz69/status/1757002907172450440
      On 93 minutes Barco’s mischief began as Brazil were awarded a free-kick with Argentina’s under-23 side 1-0 up.
      Brazil’s chances of grabbing an Olympic gold for a THIRD successive year were rapidly slipping away from them.
      But Barco was having none of it and cheekily booted the free-kick up into the gods.
      Barco was shoved to the floor by livid Brazil players who crowded around the Seagulls youngster.
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      But Brighton fans have fallen in love with the youngster
      One Seagulls supporter wrote on Twitter: “Meet our new s***house. He’s ours.”
      Another added: “Been missing a proper cheeky lil rascal, who winds up ya dad, since Neal Maupay left.”
      While another said: “Love him already.”
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      Barco’s superb cross from the left led to the only goal, on 77 minutes, as Argentina won in the final round of the CONMEBOL Olympic qualifying tournament in Venezuela.
      He whipped in a delicious left-footed, dipping and curling delivery which was headed home by Argentinos Juniors forward Luciano Gondou.
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      It is the first time since 2004 that Brazil will not feature.
      Argentina, who won gold in 2004 and 2008, finished the final qualifying event with five points.
      Barco has played predominantly on the left side as a full-back, wing-back or winger, but also across midfield.
      He made 35 first-team appearances for Boca after coming through the academy and helped them reach last year’s Copa Libertadores final.
      Barco celebrates Argentina’s big winCredit: AP More

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      ‘World’s most beautiful Wag’ shows off toned abs in bikini as stunned fans dub her the ‘eighth wonder of the world’

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      GRAZIANO PELLE’S wife Viktoria Varga took social media by storm once more with a raunchy bikini snap.Ex-Southampton ace Pelle is married to Viktoria, who has been dubbed the “world’s most beautiful Wag”.

      Viktoria Varga took social media by storm once moreCredit: Instagram @vamaswim
      Viktoria wowed her fans with a tiny white bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Viktoria posed under the sun that helped her show off her absCredit: Instagram @vamaswim
      Viktoria shares a series of glam pics across her social mediaCredit: Instagram @vamaswim
      And the Hungarian model often finds ways to wow her 611,000 followers on Instagram.
      This time she posed in a tiny white bikini under the sun which allowed her to show off her toned abs.
      That glam pic led to over 2,000 likes as her fans rushed to the comments’ section.
      One supporter posted: “Best bikini Body ever.”
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      Another commented: “Beautiful.”
      A third said: “Gorgeous.”
      This fan wrote: “Stunning.”
      And that one gushed: “How beautiful you are… The eighth wonder of the world… Fabulous.”
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      Viktoria and Pelle, who has been without a club since leaving Parma in 2021, got married in 2022.
      The centre-forward amassed a total of 30 goals and 10 assists in 80 appearances with Southampton.
      Former Premier League Wag and ‘world’s hottest woman’ shows off her figure in swimsuit as she wakeboards in Dubai
      The 38-year-old went on to play for Shandong Luneng in China before returning to Parma.
      Inside Viktoria’s glamorous life as a model and football Wag…
      Viktoria is married to former Premier League star Graziano PelleCredit: INSTAGRAM @vikyvarga
      Pelle used to play for Southampton with Viktoria by his sideCredit: INSTAGRAM @vikyvarga
      Viktoria is a glamorous modelCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga
      She hails from the nation of HungaryCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga
      Viktoria is not shy of the cameraCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga
      She regularly posts saucy snaps onlineCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga
      Viktoria has amassed an army of followersCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga
      She has over 600,000 Instagram fansCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga
      Viktoria loves modelling for the cameraCredit: Instagram
      She enjoys posing in different clothesCredit: Instagram @vikyvarga More

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      Where is Gary Lineker and why isn’t he on Match of the Day?

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      GARY Lineker has been the backbone of the Match of the Day presenting team for almost a quarter of a century.But the former Leicester, Spurs and Barcelona striker wont be appearing on the show on Saturday February 10 — here we take a look at why.
      Gary Lineker was suspended from MOTD in March 2023 for breaking the Beeb’s impartiality rulesCredit: Rex
      Where is Gary Lineker and why isn’t he on Match of the Day?
      Gary Lineker has been forced to pull out of presenting Match of the Day on Saturday February 10, 2024.
      He usually hosts the football highlights show every Saturday night.
      Gary took to X, formerly Twitter, on the afternoon of the show he’s missing to break the news to fans.
      In typical style, he joked: “Some good news for some: I’ve been silenced….with a rotten cold that seems to be lasting forever.
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      “Hate missing hosting @BBCMOTD but I’ll be watching.”
      So instead of being in the studio, he’ll be convalescing at home.
      Fans were quick to wish the former striker well, with one person tweeting: “Get well soon Gary, we need you in strong voice!”
      Another commented: “Get well soon Gary!”
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      While a Newcastle fan joked: “Get well soon Gary. And you’re doing the right thing. We don’t want Wor Al catching it 🖤🤍.”
      Gary is regularly joined on the show by pundits including Alan Shearer, Ian Wright and Micah Richards.
      MOTD and BBC Sport struck a new four-year agreement with the Premier League in December 2023, meaning the TV programme will continue to show Premier League highlights until 2029.
      Gary is also believed to be set to agree a huge contract extension with the BBC.
      Who has replaced Gary Lineker?
      Mark Chapman will step in to replace Gary while he is ill.
      The Manchester United fan has been a regular on Final Score and Match of the Day 2.
      So although Chappers is BBC Sport’s chief rugby league presenter, he also knows a thing or two about the beautiful game.
      When was Gary Lineker last missing from Match of the Day? 
      The BBC dramatically suspended Gary from Match of the Day in 2023, leading to the programme being broadcast without presenters, pundits or the usual commentary team over the weekend of March 11/12.
      This came after the BBC ruled that a tweet he posted about former Home Secretary Suella Braverman broke impartiality rules.
      Gary took to Twitter to hit out at the Illegal Migration Bill, which bans migrants who arrive on small boats from ever settling in Britain.
      His suspension sparked chaos as scores of his co-hosts launched a mutiny.
      A BBC spokesperson said: “Some of our pundits have said that they don’t wish to appear on the programme while we seek to resolve the situation with Gary.
      “We understand their position and we have decided that the programme will focus on match action without studio presentation or punditry.”
      The show’s commentary also stood down, with commentators usually heard on football broadcasts outside of the UK replacing them.
      Gary and the team returned MOTD to present highlights of the FA Cup quarter-finals on March 18, 2023.
      More recently Gary missed the footy highlights and analysis programme on April 1, 2023.
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      It was no April Fool’s Day joke, as he explained in a tweet: “Just so there’s no misunderstanding, I won’t be doing @BBCMOTD tonight.
      “I’m not suspended, just on holiday. Back next week. 😂👍🏻” More

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      Gary Lineker pulls out of Match of the Day at last-minute as he says ‘I’ve been silenced’

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      GARY LINEKER has been forced to pull out of tonight’s Match of the Day.The England legend hosts the football highlights show every Saturday, but will not feature this evening.
      Gary Lineker has been forced to pull out of tonight’s episode of Match of the DayCredit: BBC
      Lineker revealed that he has a coldCredit: X @GaryLineker
      Instead, Mark Chapman will step in to replace him.
      Lineker took to X, formerly Twitter, on Saturday afternoon to break the news to fans, confirming he is under the weather.
      In typical style, he did it with a joke.
      Lineker wrote: “Some good news for some: I’ve been silenced….with a rotten cold that seems to be lasting forever.
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      “Hate missing hosting @BBCMOTD but I’ll be watching.”
      Fans were quick to wish the former striker well, with one person tweeting: “Get well soon Gary, we need you in strong voice!”

      Another commented: “Get well soon Gary!”
      While a Newcastle fan joked: “Get well soon Gary. And you’re doing the right thing. We don’t want Wor Al catching it 🖤🤍.”
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      Lineker has presented Match of the Day for almost 25 years.
      He is regularly joined on the show by the likes of Alan Shearer, Ian Wright and Micah Richards.
      Match of the Day and BBC Sport struck a new four-year agreement with the Premier League in December.
      The TV programme will continue to show Premier League highlights until 2029.
      Lineker is also set to agree a huge contract extension with the BBC.
      The Leicester legend has recently been embroiled in some controversies with the BBC.
      Last month he sparked a row and was slammed as “ignorant” after sharing a tweet calling to ban Israel from world football.
      Lineker reposted a statement on X from a pro-Palestinian campaign calling for Israel to be ousted from global tournaments and games “until it ends its grave violations of international law”.
      And last March he sparked an impartiality row after saying the Government rhetoric on immigration was similar to that of 1930s Germany. More