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New Liverpool boss Arne Slot appoints former EVERTON star to his backroom staff... as the Dutchman brings in a new assistant coach to Anfield
17/07/24 03:45
The former Dutch international, who played at five tournaments for the Netherlands, had been working as a coach at West Ham under David Moyes but recently held talks with a view to joining compatriot Slot on Merseyside. Mail Sport exclusively revealed earlier this month that former Everton man was being lined up for the role under Slot at Anfield. And the deal has now been officially completed, Liverpool confirmed on Wednesday, despite others being considered for the position to complete Slot's backroom team as an assistant coach....read
Aston Villa are on the brink of £50m deal to sign Everton's Amadou Onana in shock transfer... and the move could be bad news for Man United in their bid to land £75m-rated Jarrad Branthwaite
13/07/24 10:46LEWIS STEELE: Mail Sport reported six weeks ago that Onana, 22, was strongly likely to leave this summer - and it appears that reality is edging closer.
Liverpool are closing in on signing Rio Ngumoha from Chelsea... with the 15-year-old winger one of the highest-touted starlets in the Blues' academy
08/07/24 07:11LEWIS STEELE: Chelsea, who under Todd Boehly 's ownership have spent big money on youngsters, are said to be furious at the prospect of losing Ngumoha.
Revealed: New Liverpool boss Arne Slot is considering hiring former EVERTON star to his backroom staff
08/07/24 12:14EXCLUSIVE BY LEWIS STEELE: The deal is not at an advanced stage just yet and others are being considered to complete Slot's backroom cabinet.
Adrian will LEAVE Liverpool after rejecting a new deal... with third-choice goalkeeper poised to return to boyhood club Real Betis after more than a decade in the Premier League
07/07/24 06:23Adrian, 37, was a key member of the dressing room and well liked among his team-mates, playing a key part in pre-match warm-ups and helping out with coaching duties.
World No 1 Jannik Sinner dominates US hotshot Ben Shelton in straight sets to reach the quarter-finals... keeping him on a collision course with Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz
07/07/24 05:07LEWIS STEELE ON COURT NO 1: World No 1 Jannik Sinner remains on a collision course with Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz after he booked his place in the quarter-finals.
Arne Slot recalls instant impression Liverpool made on him during first visit to Anfield seven years ago and tips Darwin Nunez to 'fit in really well' after phone call with striker
05/07/24 10:18Arne Slot first sat up in the stands at Anfield in 2017, when managing Dutch lower-league side Cambuur Leeuwarden, and he was taken aback by the belief and togetherness.
New Liverpool boss Arne Slot insists he is 'NOT a clone' of Jurgen Klopp and explains why having big shoes to fill at Anfield has advantages
05/07/24 09:30Slot faced the media for the first time since his move from Feyenoord and was flanked by fellow new face Richard Hughes, the sporting director and shot down suggestions he had trepidation.
Arne Slot should take a lesson from Ronald Koeman to unlock Cody Gakpo for Liverpool... the Dutch star has looked a different beast for the Netherlands at Euro 2024, writes LEWIS STEELE
05/07/24 06:37LEWIS STEELE: While Liverpool fans have spent the last few weeks demanding the club to splash the cash, Cody Gakpo has starred at Euro 2024.
New Liverpool boss Arne Slot insists he is relishing the daunting challenge of replacing Jurgen Klopp and hails the club's 'winning culture' in first press conference since arriving at Anfield
05/07/24 11:48LEWIS STEELE: The new Liverpool boss faced the media for the first time since taking over from Jurgen Klopp on Friday morning, with eight Reds players reporting for pre-season training.
Iliman Ndiaye's 'unbelievable' solo goal has coaches comparing him to Diego Maradona... why Everton's new £15m man could be one of the signings of the summer, writes LEWIS STEELE
04/07/24 10:35LEWIS STEELE: Iliman Ndiaye's most spellbinding moment - and there are many - came at a kick-about with zero fans. For Everton fans, there are plenty of reasons to get excited after his arrival.
Sonay Kartal puts in STUNNING performance to set up third round tie against Coco Gauff at Wimbledon after beating world No 45 Clara Burel - as her childhood rival Emma Raducanu also progresses
03/07/24 03:20It set up a showdown with world number 45 Burel and Kartal recovered from losing a 3-0 lead in set two to edge the decider and become the first home player through to the last-32 at the All England Club.
Everton confirm £15.6m Iliman Ndiaye signing from Marseille on a five-year deal as Toffees complete their third signing of the transfer window
03/07/24 11:51LEWIS STEELE: Everton have completed their third signing of the summer with the arrival of Senegal international Iliman Ndiaye in a deal worth £15.6m plus add-ons with Marseille.
Charles Broom, Liam Broady and Arthur Fery are KNOCKED OUT of Wimbledon on difficult opening day for the British men - but Emma Raducanu, Lily Miyazaki and Sonay Kartal all make it to round two
01/07/24 12:06LEWIS STEELE AT WIMBLEDON: Charlie Broom kickstarted a clean sweep of losses for the British men to begin Wimbledon, with Liam Broady and Arthur Fery also going down to defeat.
It's a new dawn at Liverpool as Arne Slot runs the rule over his squad this summer and several fringe players could be shown the door... but who are the youngsters and bit-part first teamers that might make way?
24/06/24 09:00LEWIS STEELE: New Fenway Sports Group CEO of Football Michael Edwards is keen to trade wisely and there could be a number of permanent exits to raise cash.
Premier League will review EVERY transfer this summer after spate of 'swap deals' between top-flight clubs... which are designed to aid both parties' balance sheets
24/06/24 05:28LEWIS STEELE: Several 'swap deals' have occurred between top-flight clubs, including academy products being traded in transactions which are designed to aid both parties.
Tommy Paul beats Lorenzo Musetti to clinch Queen's Club title and become top ranked American... as world No 1 Jannik Sinner wins in Halle ahead of Wimbledon
23/06/24 03:49Paul became the first American player to win on the prestigious London grass since Sam Querrey in 2010 and joined the likes of Pete Sampras, Jimmy Connors and Andy Roddick to triumph here.
Andy Murray could miss out on fairytale farewell at Wimbledon this summer following an operation on a spinal cyst... but the Scot refuses to rule out a miracle recovery in time
23/06/24 11:17MATTHEW LAMBERT AND LEWIS STEELE: But Murray remains in the draw and he and his team are holding out hope of a miracle recovery in time for Wimbledon, which begins on July 1.
Everton takeover FINALLY nears its end as troubled Toffees confirm Roma investor Dan Friedkin has been granted exclusivity to purchase Farhad Moshiri's majority shares
21/06/24 04:01LEWIS STEELE: Everton 's takeover saga is finally edging towards an end after the club confirmed they have granted exclusivity to a group led by AS Roma's £4.9billion-worth owner Dan Friedkin.
Everton close in on £9m deal for Aston Villa star Tim Iroegbunam... with Lewis Dobbin set to go the opposite way in a move that helps BOTH side's financial concerns
20/06/24 11:47LEWIS STEELE: Mail Sport reported on Monday how the Toffees were keen to step up interest, and it has emerged that Villa are reciprocating interest and want to sign Dobbin in the coming weeks.
PLAYER RATINGS: Who looks like a real gem despite being a late comer to international football? Who stood out for the hosts? And how did Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai fare?
19/06/24 07:07LEWIS STEELE AT THE STUTTGART ARENA: Host nation Germany have confirmed their place in the knockout stages of Euro 2024 after they swept aside Hungary. Find out the player ratings.
Arne Slot's first interview as Liverpool manager: New Reds boss reveals he has been watching old training sessions, discusses summer recruitment plans and desire to put his own stamp on the club
19/06/24 03:26LEWIS STEELE: Arne Slot has spent his first few weeks as Liverpool head coach by studying not just matches but training sessions to get a feel for the playing style and culture of his new team.
Everton are interested in signing Aston Villa youngster Tim Iroegbunam in potential £10m deal with the Toffees looking increasingly set to cash in on Amadou Onana as they demand £50m
18/06/24 06:10Iroegbunam, 20, made 15 appearances for Unai Emery's side last season and is now keen to get more regular first-team football, with Everton seen as a perfect destination to do so.
Englishman David Webb is the unlikely right-hand man to Georgia boss Willy Sagnol at Euro 2024: The former York City manager who discovered Wilfried Zaha for Crystal Palace
17/06/24 06:49EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY LEWIS STEELE: What people might not know is that Georgia are being guided by an Englishman. David Webb is the unlikely right-hand man to Willy Sagnol.
Romania 3-0 Ukraine: Nicolae Stanciu scores early contender for goal of the tournament, before second-half strikes from Razvan Marin and Denis Dragus seal dominant opening game win for Edward Iordanescu's men
17/06/24 02:52LEWIS STEELE: This match had been billed as one of the most boring of the group stage but, by the end, it produced a strong goal of the tournament contender and a thread of heartwarming storylines.
Lee Johnson insists he's ready to return to the dugout as the former Bristol City and Sunderland boss reflects on his tumultuous recent spells and talks his work with the next generation of coaches
10/06/24 05:45EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY LEWIS STEELE: It is fair to say he has had a challenging year but, delve deeper, and there is still a very good manager waiting for a job.
Man United's SCOTT McTOMINAY speaks out on the day he cried in Jose Mourinho's office, his respect for Erik ten Hag and Euros dream - plus how Neymar sparked his 'maddest experience' in football
07/06/24 04:03EXCLUSIVE: The midfielder is here to talk about many topics to Mail Sport, from his gratitude to Erik ten Hag , tears when Jose Mourinho left United and the 'maddest moment' of his career.
Liverpool fans fume over chairman Tom Werner's support for Premier League games to be played in New York - despite plans to pay for travelling fans
07/06/24 03:54LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool fan groups have reacted with fury after chairman Tom Werner said he wants to see Premier League games played in New York City.
Seamus Coleman edges closer to signing a new deal to stay at Everton into his 16th season - ahead of the Toffees' last campaign at Goodison Park
06/06/24 04:43Mail Sport understands talks are going well and heading in a positive direction, with the Everton captain keen to commit to what will be the club's final season at Goodison Park.
Aryna Sabalenka beats bestie Paula Badosa in straight sets to reach the second week at the French Open... as the pair share warm embrace and touching tributes in Paris
01/06/24 03:50LEWIS STEELE AT ROLAND GARROS: Aryna Sabalenka put in a convincing display by toppling best friend Paula Badosa in straight sets to reach the second week of the French Open.
Everton confirm 777 Partners' proposed takeover has COLLAPSED after the club's sale purchase agreement with the crisis-stricken US investment firm expires - despite extension talks
01/06/24 08:33Everton owner Farhad Moshiri is now officially able to advance talks with fresh buyers for the club after a protracted takeover from controversial US firm 777 Partners collapsed on Saturday morning.
Andy Murray reveals plans to play doubles in what could be the final Wimbledon of his career... as two-time singles' champion opens up on his potential partner
31/05/24 07:13LEWIS STEELE AT ROLAND GARROS: The Scot was dumped out of the French Open doubles this afternoon/yesterday alongside Dan Evans to end a disappointing week
Everton will NOT be bullied into selling their key stars for cut-price deals this summer despite their financial woes - with talk of a Goodison Park 'fire sale' branded as nonsense
30/05/24 04:06LEWIS STEELE: Mail Sport understands the club have now opened talks with Dominic Calvert-Lewin amid interest from clubs around Europe, with Newcastle said to be interested in the striker.
Iga Swiatek BEATS Naomi Osaka in French Open thriller to book her spot in the third round... before world No 1 becomes the latest star to lay into the raucous Roland Garros crowd
29/05/24 09:30LEWIS STEELE AT ROLAND GARROS: Swiatek won 7-6, 1-6, 7-5 but a day after David Goffin compared the crowd to football hooligans, the defending champion also warned fans.
EFL fury over Carabao Cup seeding plan, which will give Premier League teams in Europe an easier path in bid to reduce fixture congestion
29/05/24 09:30LEWIS STEELE: Premier League clubs in Europe will be put in a seeding system in next season's Carabao Cup, giving them a potentially easier path in a measure designed to reduce fixture congestion.
Liverpool SEASON PLAYER RATINGS: Which 'underwhelming' star struggled? Whose future at Anfield is 'uncertain'? And who was the BEST player in Jurgen Klopp's swansong season?
29/05/24 04:00LEWIS STEELE: While reflecting on a campaign of what could have been, Liverpool will also celebrate one that delivered silverware once again in the form of the Carabao Cup.
Emma Raducanu talks up her Wimbledon chances, saying it's 'just a matter of when' she rediscovers form that won her US Open in 2021 after injury misery
28/05/24 03:42LEWIS STEELE: The 21-year-old missed last year's grass-court season following surgery on both wrists and one ankle but is planning to be back at Wimbledon in July.
British No 1 Cam Norrie OUT of French Open after suffering first round defeat by Pavel Kotov in five sets... meaning only TWO Brits are left in singles draws
27/05/24 06:45LEWIS STEELE AT ROLAND GARROS: Just like the torrential downpour scheduled in Paris this week, the forecast for British tennis looks rather bleak and gloomy.
Premier League big guns ready to raid Leeds - who owe other clubs £190m in transfer instalments - with FIVE key men attracting interest after they missed out on promotion
27/05/24 06:19Leeds United will be forced to sell a number of prized assets this summer to balance the books after missing out on the payday of promotion to the Premier League.
Southampton fought as if their careers depended on it to edge Leeds and return to the Premier League, writes LEWIS STEELE… as Russell Martin earns redemption against his old boss
26/05/24 04:34LEWIS STEELE AT WEMBLEY: Just 33 days ago, Russell Martin slumped in a chair in the press conference room at Leicester's King Power Stadium sporting an expression of disbelief.
WONDERS OF THE PYRAMID: From playing with builders to facing Bayern Munich! Harrow-born Dapo Afolayan rose from English football's ninth tier to fire St Pauli to the Bundesliga
23/05/24 06:00LEWIS STEELE: If this week has demonstrated one thing, it is the power of the pyramid. 25 of the 33 selected in England's squad for the Euro 2024 played in the English Football League.
Liverpool's building blocks should ensure Arne Slot is not another David Moyes... but dealing with Darwin Nunez and three stars' expiring contracts will be top of his in-tray, writes LEWIS STEELE
20/05/24 09:30LEWIS STEELE: In many ways, Liverpool must learn from their bitter rivals' experience when it comes to succeeding in an era that could become a hangover to a legendary boss.
Liverpool finally CONFIRM Arne Slot will succeed Jurgen Klopp as their new manager... with the departing Feyenoord boss to officially start work next week on a three-year deal
20/05/24 04:00LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool have confirmed Feyenoord boss Arne Slot will succeed legendary outgoing manager Jurgen Klopp and take over as head coach from the start of next season.
Virgil van Dijk admits he was surprised Jurgen Klopp didn't cry at his Liverpool farewell... as the Reds captain reveals he has NOT yet been offered a new contract by the club
20/05/24 12:34LEWIS STEELE: Van Dijk's Liverpool deal runs out next summer and, though he admitted no new contract is on the table, he loves the club and is in no rush to leave.
PLAYER RATINGS: Alexis Mac Allister caps off his debut season at Anfield with a goal... but Liverpool's forwards lack end product in Jurgen Klopp's final game in charge
19/05/24 05:31LEWIS STEELE AT ANFIELD: The Jurgen Klopp era at Liverpool concluded with a 2-0 victory over Wolves on the final day of the season.
In his final interview as Liverpool manager, JURGEN KLOPP admits the defeats still hurt, but the outgoing head coach insists: 'I look back with a smile'
17/05/24 09:30INTERVIEW BY LEWIS STEELE: Over an hour - his final sit-down chat - Mail Sport gets a window into what life will be like on the other side. But future plans can wait. Now he is in the mood to reminisce.
Jurgen Klopp reveals he WOULD vote to scrap VAR in the Premier League and claims referees 'cannot use it properly' - as Liverpool boss insists the technology is not the problem
17/05/24 09:36The German will manage his final game as Liverpool boss on Sunday against Wolves, who have forced a vote on whether to get rid of VAR which will take place on June 6.
Jurgen Klopp has spent nine glorious years at Liverpool turning doubters into believers. After almost 500 games and 10 trophies, he deserves to put his feet up, writes LEWIS STEELE
17/05/24 09:30LEWIS STEELE: During the course of an hour or so in his company we get a window into what life will be like on the other side for the new full-time family man.
Inside the Liverpool Jurgen Klopp called home: Reds' boss has had a pie and a pub named after him, loves beach walks and a pint of Peroni at his local as his magical Merseyside tour comes to an end
17/05/24 01:00LEWIS STEELE AND DOMINIC KING ON MERSEYSIDE: it is now impossible to be in the city without feeling Jurgen Klopp's impact, whether it is in hotels and bars, in bakeries or on beaches.
WONDERS OF THE PYRAMID: Crewe's goalscoring centre back Mickey Demetriou - who once played cricket at Lord's - is out to break his Wembley hoodoo... as the Alex look to gain promotion back to League One
16/05/24 06:17LEWIS STEELE: The impressive young manager hates the limelight of clicking cameras and is used to just a couple of hardened local reporters giving him a weekly grilling.
Liverpool assistant boss Pep Lijnders is appointed Red Bull Salzburg manager - with fellow Reds coach Vitor Matos to join Jurgen Klopp's No 2 in Austria
15/05/24 12:44LEWIS STEELE: The Dutchman will follow Klopp out of the Anfield exit door this weekend to pursue a career in first-team management and will take his first post at the Austrian giants.
Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders under consideration by Red Bull Salzburg to take over as manager... with the Dutchman set to follow Jurgen Klopp out of the door at Anfield
14/05/24 05:01LEWIS STEELE: Lijnders will follow Jurgen Klopp out of the door at Liverpool this week along with several other key staffers and the German believes his lieutenant is ready for management.
Farhad Moshiri grants 777 Partners a shock two-week extension period to prove they can purchase Everton... after the Toffees' majority owner held extensive face-to-face talks with the crisis-stricken US investment firm
14/05/24 03:37LEWIS STEELE: After days of extensive, face-to-face talks in London with representatives of the controversial Miami-based firm last week, it appeared that Moshiri was ready to cut ties with 777.
THE NOTEBOOK: Aston Villa fan Tom Hanks enjoys their late comeback against Liverpool... while Darwin Nunez seems to be cast away after he was again on the bench for the Reds
13/05/24 09:55THE NOTEBOOK: Aston Villa picked up a huge point in their pursuit of Champions League qualification, in Jurgen Klopp's final away game in charge of Liverpool.
PLAYER RATINGS: Liverpool youngster impresses in front of Gareth Southgate, while Luis Diaz lacked end product in thrilling 3-3 draw at Aston Villa
13/05/24 09:14LEWIS STEELE AT VILLA PARK: Aston Villa missed the chance to secure their place in next season's Champions League as drew 3-3 with Liverpool at Villa Park.
Everton captain Seamus Coleman to 'have a think' over new contract offer as full-back admits 'it's hard to walk away from something you love'
13/05/24 04:47The Toffees have offered Coleman, who was signed for a paltry £60,000 from Sligo Rovers in 2009, a new deal and the 35-year-old is not minded to leave Goodison Park just yet.
Everton brace for more chaos as Toffees' failed takeover means players will be sold as top scorer Abdoulaye Doucoure insists 'we want more stability in the club'
12/05/24 09:31LEWIS STEELE AT GOODISON PARK: Everton's director of football Kevin Thelwell wrote in his programme notes on Saturday that players would have to be sold in the summer.
Everton 1-0 Sheffield United: Abdoulaye Doucoure heads Toffees to victory at Goodison Park... with Sean Dyche's resurgent side now unbeaten in their last five Premier League games
11/05/24 03:59LEWIS STEELE AT GOODISON PARK: Last year, survival was not confirmed until a final-day win over Bournemouth, the year before victory against Crystal Palace in the last home outing.
Julian Ward is set for shock Liverpool return as technical director of FSG - just 18 months after leaving - as Reds also poach Benfica chief Pedro Marques
10/05/24 04:00LEWIS STEELE: Ward is set to rejoin the club alongside Pedro Marques (right), who is being poached from Benfica and will be appointed as director of football development.
Jurgen Klopp shoots down Darwin Nunez to Barcelona 'speculation' - a week after the misfiring forward deleted all Liverpool-related posts from his Instagram - sparking concerns over his future
10/05/24 10:14LEWIS STEELE: Nunez suffered from a barrage of abuse after a disappointing run of form reached a nadir last Sunday when he put in a sub-par cameo in the win over Tottenham.
WONDERS OF THE PYRAMID: How boss Des Buckingham's 'reverse mullet' has taken Oxford to the brink of the Championship - with Wembley next on his bucket list
09/05/24 07:37LEWIS STEELE: After a nail-biting second leg against Peterborough at London Road, the U's are within 90 minutes of Championship football for the first time this century.
Peterborough United 1-1 Oxford United (1-2 agg): Cameron Brannagan sends The U's to Wembley to face Bolton for a place in the Championship after seeing off Posh
08/05/24 11:14PETERBOROUGH UNITED 1-1 OXFORD UNITED (1-2 AGG) - LEWIS STEELE AT LONDON ROAD: Des Buckingham's side travelled to London Road with a slender 1-0 lead.
Everton fan group urges owner Farhad Moshiri to seek new bidders amid concerns over 777 Partners... with takeover by American firm in doubt after talks in Miami
08/05/24 08:30LEWIS STEELE: The Iranian businessman is believed to have held tense talks with representatives of the Miami-based firm this week amid a string of lawsuits against 777.
Should Liverpool ditch Darwin Nunez? He's loved by fans and can torment opponents on his day, but the struggling forward risks becoming a seismic flop like Paul Pogba
08/05/24 04:00LEWIS STEELE AND PETE JENSON: Darwin Nunez is an unstoppable force who can torment the best defenders in the world. But those days can be few and far between for the Uruguayan forward.
Liverpool are not going to give up on Darwin Nunez despite his struggles after £85m forward fuels speculation by deleting Instagram posts amid fan abuse
06/05/24 09:32Darwin Nunez has fuelled speculation over his future at Liverpool by deleting every photo of him in a Reds shirt from his Instagram page following a barrage of abuse from fans.
A workaholic with a trick to stop injuries, inspired by Pep Guardiola... but colleagues used to call him 'slow'! What Liverpool's new boss Arne Slot is REALLY like: LEWIS STEELE reports from Rotterdam
06/05/24 04:00LEWIS STEELE IN ROTTERDAM: After a weekend immersed with observing Arne Slot up close, it is clear his methods can be adaptable for the seismic step-up he faces in Liverpool.
Arne Slot reveals he would like to speak to Jurgen Klopp for advice ahead of his appointment as new Liverpool manager
05/05/24 10:29LEWIS STEELE: The Feyenoord manager has struck an agreement to succeed Klopp as the Reds' head coach from the start of next season, with only formalities and an official announcement left.
Jurgen Klopp calls for patience ahead of incoming manager Arne Slot's arrival at Liverpool - as outgoing Reds boss says Dutchman can 'call' him as he 'loves talking about everything in this club'
03/05/24 09:38LEWIS STEELE: Klopp has dubbed this current iteration of his Reds side as 'Liverpool 2.0' and says that, even though he is leaving, Slot can continue to make positive steps.
TNT Sports poke fun at Jurgen Klopp after he hit out at the broadcaster over 'insane' fixture scheduling as they post hilarious mocked-up image of the Liverpool boss
03/05/24 02:51Klopp was in a playful mood during his pre-match press conference on Friday but hit out at TNT for often choosing a 12.30pm slot for his side's Premier League matches.Jurgen Klopp sticks the boot into TNT Sports over the 'crime' of Liverpool's 'insane' fixture scheduling, joking he was 'waiting for Amnesty' to get involved... and vows never to watch them again!
03/05/24 09:44Liverpool have been struggling through a string of eight games in 23 days as they attempted to juggling Premier League matches with their Europa League campaign, which was ended by Atalanta.
John McGinn insists Aston Villa 'have a mountain to climb' but CAN overturn the odds to beat Olympiacos next week... after the Greek side put a dent in their hopes of ending 42-year wait to reach a European final
02/05/24 11:35LEWIS STEELE AT VILLA PARK: It was a poor performance summed up by Douglas Luiz's second-half penalty miss. Villa had fought back to 2-2 after the Piraeus team raced into an early two-goal lead.
THE NOTEBOOK: Unai Emery misses suspended Emi Martinez, Nottingham Forest and Olympiacos supremo Evangelos Marinakis kicks every ball... and rival bosses have history
02/05/24 10:32LEWIS STEELE AT VILLA PARK: Ayoub El Kaabi netted a hat-trick as Olympiacos stunned Aston Villa with a 4-2 away win in their Europa Conference League semi-final first leg on ThursdaY.
PLAYER RATINGS: Moussa Diaby stood out for Aston Villa during 4-2 defeat by Olympiacos - as three team-mates desperately disappoint in semi-final first leg, writes LEWIS STEELE
02/05/24 09:44LEWIS STEELE AT VILLA PARK: Although Diaby and Watkins netted, Villa travel to Greece with work to do. Mail Sport reviews the hosts' performances on a troublesome night.
WONDERS OF THE PYRAMID: QPR were a laughing stock... now they're having a party thanks to new boss Marti Cifuentes
02/05/24 04:10LEWIS STEELE: On the pitch, things are looking bright. The man to thank for that is a young Catalan born just down the road from the great Pep Guardiola, Marti Cifuentes.
Vitaliy Mykolenko set to miss the rest of the season after suffering an ankle injury in Everton's Merseyside derby win - with the Ukrainian defender's Euro 2024 hopes in doubt
29/04/24 06:11LEWIS STEELE: The 24-year-old missed the Toffees' win against Brentford on Saturday which confirmed survival and is unlikely to play again for the club this season.
LIVERPOOL CONFIDENTIAL: Arne Slot's former assistant REJECTS chance to join his Anfield staff as new manager's brother reveals how he was coaching 'top level stuff' at just 14!
29/04/24 01:22LEWIS STEELE: The Reds negotiations for Slot were relatively smooth but any hiccups were down to the number of staff the Dutchman brought with him from Feyenoord.
Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp's relationship is at its lowest ebb at the worst possible time... their touchline spat risks ruining an emotional goodbye for Liverpool, writes LEWIS STEELE
28/04/24 11:00WEST HAM 2-2 LIVERPOOL - LEWIS STEELE AT THE LONDON STADIUM: 'If I speak, there will be fire,' said Salah, who earlier had a heated exchange with Klopp (left)
Mo Salah's outburst at Jurgen Klopp will set alarm bells ringing with Liverpool's owners and incoming boss Arne Slot... the Reds star MUST apologise, writes LEWIS STEELE
28/04/24 10:45No stars did stop for a chat about incoming boss Arne Slot, clearly under instruction, but less than 10 words from Salah made bigger waves worldwide than a lengthy sit-down chat with any other player.
The end looks nearer than ever for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool after petty touchline row with Jurgen Klopp - a £150m Saudi move suddenly looks more appealing, writes LEWIS STEELE
27/04/24 04:06WEST HAM 2-2 LIVERPOOL - LEWIS STEELE AT THE LONDON STADIUM: 'If I speak, there will be fire,' said Salah, who earlier had a heated exchange with Klopp (left)
Sean Dyche claims being Everton manager is like 'juggling sand' as the Toffees boss looks to stop the endless negativity at the club and lead them to Premier League safety
26/04/24 09:31Being manager of Everton is like 'juggling sand', according to boss Sean Dyche who also compared trying to stop the endless negative noise at the club to 'putting your fingers in the dam'.
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Chris Eubank Jr reacts to prospect of losing $500k for missing weight by less than one ounce, as Conor Benn sends message on necklace
EXCLUSIVE TNT Sports receive 102 complaints over 'BIASED' commentary by Rio Ferdinand and Robbie Savage in Man United's comeback win over Lyon
Revealed: The HUGE amount that Chris Eubank Jr could lose after he failed to make weight for Conor Benn fight - after already being fined for egg-slap- Eni Aluko apologises to Ian Wright: Former footballer admits she was 'wrong' to accuse Arsenal legend of 'blocking' pathway for female pundits
New Man United WAG: Stunning British influencer who dated Kylian Mbappe is linked to £51m star after eagle-eyed fans spotted her posting from his flat
Snooker star says he is 'too LAZY' to change his playing style after reaching round two following chaotic clash at World Championship Bold statement 
Ex-Barcelona and Spain star Gerard Pique, 38, 'splits with girlfriend Clara Chia', 26, after three years together and 'third parties may be involved'
Pep Guardiola and Cristina Serra 'are giving each other a second chance' and 'not all is lost in their marriage', claim reports in Spain after Man City boss 'spent time in Barcelona'
Agonising moment moment snooker player loses black ball frame at World Championship with cruel slice of luck Player left a mixture of disbelief and disgust 
Jamie Vardy will LEAVE Leicester this summer and could be set for a move to the US with wife Rebekah as fairytale 13-year spell ends on a sour note
EXCLUSIVE Eni Aluko faces ITV AXE over accusing colleague Ian Wright of 'blocking' female pundits from TV work Big development 
Revealed: How stunning DAZN TV host Diletta Leotta's male colleague's wife stepped in 'to make things clear' with her over her behaviour
Michael Schumacher's son Mick's Miss Universe finalist girlfriend is spotted on celebrity dating app Raya Have couple split? 
Irish Wrexham star James McClean's footballer brother under investigation at his club after he was spotted at New IRA parade Derry-based parade 
Andrew Flintoff's wife admits she'd 'never seen someone so scared' after his horror crash and opens up on heartbreaking conversation with kids
Ronnie O'Sullivan says 'a massive thank you' to his psychiatrist after returning to his blistering best to beat his nemesis Ali Carter at the Crucible
AC Milan and Inter fans put rivalry aside in moving tribute to Pope Francis, as fans across Italy pay respect at games rescheduled after his death
Eni Aluko blames Joey Barton for her dramatic drop in TV punditry work after he called her a 'race card player' Had to disguise herself 
EXCLUSIVE BBC star Seema Jaswal opens up on heartbreaking moment she stepped in to hug snooker star John Higgins as he broke down in tears 
Stable boy waiting a YEAR for 'one-in-a-million' win as bookmakers refuse to pay out on bet placed He was set for a big windfall from the bet 
Carlos Alcaraz reveals he partied in Ibiza for THREE DAYS straight before winning Wimbledon in new Netflix documentary Let his hair down 
Snooker icon reveals how he has been tamed by beauty queen partner 23 YEARS his junior after gambling away millions during his heyday
Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter bitter feud takes yet another twist as fans spot off-camera gesture at the Snooker World Championship Subtle move 
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn face-off for first time since 'egg-gate' - with security on red alert ahead of huge grudge match Explosive reunion? 
Lewis Hamilton's vegan burger company 'shuts down' leaving '150 jobless' after recording £8MILLION in losses New report claims 
Mykhailo Mudryk doping ban update as chief confirms Chelsea could SAVE a huge chunk of his £88m transfer fee Silver lining for Blues? 
Snooker star John Higgins reveals heart-breaking reason behind breaking down in BBC interview after reaching Last-16 at the Crucible Sad scenes 
Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts
Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne-soaked dressing room celebrations
Spain love triangle footballer makes red carpet debut with stunning new girlfriend as he tries to move on from the drama Moving on 
Luke Littler hints he will BOYCOTT tournaments in one country in cryptic social media post - after something he 'can't explain' happened there
Man United star Victor Lindelof's wife reveals the shocking real reason why he had to suddenly leave their Europa League win over Lyon mid-match
Watch: The moment Troy Deeney is SENT OFF on his Baller League debut - with former Watford star sparking brawl after clashing with opponent
Sheffield United star has to be held back as rival players clash during pitch invasion - after Burnley are promoted back to the Premier League
Federico Valverde scores stunning stoppage time winner as Real Madrid keep title hopes alive - while suspended Kylian Mbappe is BOOED in the stands by furious fans
Furious Max Verstappen hits out at F1's rulers and insists people 'can't handle the truth'... as a five-second penalty costs him in Saudi Arabia with rival Oscar Piastri claiming victory
Declan Rice gifted signed guitar by Ed Sheeran and challenged to 'play it next time' they meet - after the pair duetted at the England camp during Euro 2020
Ben Whittaker DENIES spitting at Liam Cameron's corner after being branded 'classless' by TV commentator for his reaction after second round victory
Tom Aspinall appears to aim a savage dig at Jon Jones over the UFC legend's doping history - as negotiations for huge heavyweight title fight drag on
Dimitri Payet's former mistress claims he 'forced her to film vile sex acts' and lifts lid on their 'fake wedding' behind wife of 20 years' back
Rory McIlroy's rumoured ex Amanda Balionis back on TV for the first time since his Masters win He became sixth man to clinch career Grand Slam 
Kobbie Mainoo posts throwback photo of himself wearing rival's kit to leave fans stunned as Man United star celebrates his 20th birthday
Cardiff place Aaron Ramsey in charge after sacking Omer Riza - with Arsenal legend given three games to save club from relegation
Nicky Butt 'is cautioned by police as he is revealed as the man who headbutted a security guard after being spotted urinating at his birthday party'
Inside the beating heart of Goodison Park as Everton fans prepare to bid farewell to the ground that has united their community for 133 years
Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy
Lewis Hamilton is blasted as 'f***ing dangerous' by F1 star at Saudi Arabian GP as Ferrari driver learns fate after investigation into incident
Paul Scholes sparks concern over his appearance during TV punditry gig for Man United's win over Lyon He was on punditry duty on Thursday night 
Doting dad Cristiano Ronaldo shows his softer side as footballer playfully celebrates daughter's 3rd birthday with heartwarming Instagram post
Neymar is carted off pitch in tears after ANOTHER injury blow, as joy of 100th home game for boyhood side Santos turns to despair Sad and familiar sight 
Jude Bellingham breaks silence after Real Madrid's humbling Champions League defeat by Arsenal - following clashes with Rice and Saka
Incredible moment the third fastest woman EVER turns up to her son's sports day mums' race... and shows no mercy Olympian at play 
Harry Kane fights back tears in front of fans as England captain's career-long trophy drought stretches past 15 years with Bayern Munich's shock defeat
Serena Williams claims she would have been 'banned for TWENTY YEARS' if tennis superstar had failed doping test like world No1 Jannik Sinner
Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll reacts to 'mystery blonde' who hugged him after Masters win Came after he had celebrated with family 
Myles Lewis-Skelly pokes fun at Antonio Rudiger after Real Madrid defender got away with STAMP on teenage star during Arsenal's victory
Arsenal WAGs enjoy memorable night in Madrid as Bukayo Saka's girlfriend Tolami Benson celebrates win over Real Champions League win 
Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move World No 1's exit 
Harriet Dart's spikiest on-court moments: A cut-throat rivalry and rows with umpires - after Brit star told opponent who smelt 'really bad' to put deodorant on
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif reveals body transformation plans to fight at the next Games - with eyes on another gold medal
Sport's ultimate power couple 'in deep CRISIS': Ex-Man United star Bastian Schweinsteiger and tennis ace Ana Ivanovic 'face marriage split after nine years'
British star Harriet Dart issues apology for asking umpire to tell her opponent to put deodorant on - before French player delivers hilarious response
Watch Unai Emery's priceless reactions to Aston Villa missing two golden chances to draw level with PSG in dramatic Champions League exit
Embarrassing moment Aston Villa play EUROPA LEAGUE anthem instead of Champions League theme as players line up for crunch quarter-final 
Princes William and George are joined by the Duke and Duchess of Westminster to watch Aston Villa's thrilling Champions League battle against PSG
Speedway champion Tai Woffinden provides health update after life-threatening crash left him in a coma He was airlifted to hospital for emergency treatment after collision 
Former Man United Premier League winner, 43, looks unrecognisable as he blends in with fans on his Old Trafford return Remember him? 
Tennis fans blast 'disrespectful' British star Harriet Dart after she asked umpire to tell her opponent to put DEODORANT on in mid-match complaint
Snooker star reveals he almost died from being spiked with KETAMINE on a night out as he thanks manager for saving his life
Rory McIlroy's chef reveals what could be on the menu for his Champions Dinner after Master win - and it's not Irish stew! Food for thought 
Inside the lavish $22m mansion that Rory McIlroy shares with wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy - as Masters champion returns home after Augusta triumph 
World Cup winner reveals rare genetic condition that leaves doctors wondering 'how he can WALK' - and reveals what he should have done sooner
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez shows off her huge 'engagement ring', weeks after he gave a savage reason for why he hasn't married her
Henry blasts Man United player for doing something he's 'never seen before' - as Carragher compares them to under-FIVES for goal conceded at Newcastle 
Bizarre error sees the WRONG Fulham player subbed off - with fuming boss Marco Silva told the decision can't be reversed after five-minute delay
EXCLUSIVE Rory McIlroy in line to be awarded freedom of his hometown after thrilling Masters victory completed career Grand Slam
Jack Grealish 'racks up £5,000 bar bill and copies Wolf of Wall Street gesture as Man City star parties in swanky London nightclub' 
Chelsea's toxic atmosphere is laid bare in new Stamford Bridge footage after Enzo Maresca appeared to go to war with his own fans after Ipswich draw
Football fans left perplexed and confused as Real Madrid legend Luka Modric, 39, becomes minority owner at mid-table Championship club
Barcelona women's star who touched an opponent's genitals and asked 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'inappropriate touching'
Newcastle star Dan Burn hailed as a 'legend' after being filmed pushing a stranger's broken-down car to safety Video goes viral 
Heartbreak for Tom Brady as Birmingham City lose EFL Trophy final after NFL legend jets in for Wembley clash Beaten by Peterborough 
Kylian Mbappe sent off for 'disgusting' horror challenge - just days before Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal
EXCLUSIVE Michael Schumacher signs Jackie Stewart crash helmet - with the aid of his wife - for charity auction... 12 years after horror skiing accident
Conor McGregor puts $500,000 bet on UFC 314 showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett after teasing potential comeback fight
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies' clash with Man United Howe had felt unwell earlier in week 
Tammy Abraham starts PRAYING after horrendous head clash knocked out AC Milan team-mate The sickening collision left Abraham concerned 
Shocking moment Masters star Max Homa smashes shot into helpless caddie... before screaming at him US star had a moment to forget 
Mohamed Salah SIGNS new £380,000-per-week Liverpool deal as club's owners break their own golden rule to keep 'The Egyptian King'
Andre Onana could be DROPPED for Man United's trip to Newcastle after Lyon horror show - as Ruben Amorim prepares to wield the axe
You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation
Football's podcast war: Gary Lineker sticks the knife into rival Gary Neville's pod for 'languishing miles behind' while he rakes in £1.4m profit
Manchester United supporters accuse French police of tear-gassing them after being kept behind in the stadium following 2-2 draw in Lyon
Paul Scholes blasts Andre Onana for his two blunders in Man United's 2-2 draw against Lyon - as goalkeeper endures nightmare evening
Luke Littler upstaged by hometown hero Nathan Aspinall in Manchester - as 'The Asp' claims Premier League Darts win in front of Wayne Rooney
Conor McGregor posts training clip - teasing comeback and declares which UFC 314 fight he is 'interested' in Will we see a return? 
Prince William goes through emotional rollercoaster watching his beloved Aston Villa in Paris as he relishes 'making really important memories' with George
Rory McIlroy's daughter Poppy upstages her dad with astonishing putt at iconic Masters Par-3 contest Poppy lit up Augusta 
Jude Bellingham's dismissive reaction to manager Carlo Ancelotti caught in new footage from Arsenal loss - with Real Madrid boss 'mortally wounded'
Injured Gabriel is glued to his seat under a blanket as his wife goes wild at Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid Warm celebrations 
Meet the owners of 1,900-square-foot house next to Masters golf course who have turned down MILLIONS to sell to Augusta National owners
Fans hail 'humble' Rice for his brilliant interview with Arsenal legend Henry after scoring TWO free-kicks in Champions League win over Real Madrid
Three Real stars called out for 'no sign of life' in Spanish press after loss at Arsenal: 'Tragedy in London'... 'A shipwreck'... 'Humiliation'
Fans joke Micah Richards could be SACKED for 'crude' on-air gag that left Jamie Carragher in stitches Remark saw Carragher burst out laughing 
Kylian Mbappe's priceless reaction to Declan Rice scoring TWO incredible free-kicks in 12 minutes as Arsenal secure dominant Champions League win
Jockey who was banned after riding tragic Celebre d'Allen at Grand National DELETES his social media following backlash from Aintree
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Ian Wright REJECTS Eni Aluko's apology, as he breaks silence on her accusing him of 'blocking' opportunities...
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- Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn Live: Start time, undercard, scorecard and round-by-round updates as Benn wobbles bitter rival early in close fight
- Ian Wright REJECTS Eni Aluko's apology, as he breaks silence on her accusing him of 'blocking' opportunities for women in football
- Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively jet in as Wrexham close in on promotion to the Championship - as Deadpool star pours pints and parties with fans ahead of crunch Charlton clash
- Copa del Rey final thrown into chaos as Real Madrid withdraw from pre-match activities and match official breaks down CRYING in response to critical video shared by Los Blancos' in-house TV channel
- Chris Eubank Jr MAKES the weight for grudge showdown with Conor Benn on Saturday night - coming in 0.6lbs under 170lbs limit
- White men 'blocked' from applying for jobs at Premier League clubs including Man United and Liverpool, as they advertise 'only to women and ethnic minority candidates'
- The Eubanks are REUNITED: Father and son bury the hatchet as Chris Eubank Sr walks side-by-side with Jr on night old family feud is settled against Conor Benn
- Inside Chris Eubank Sr's fractured relationship with son Jr after fighter ignored boxing legend father's desperate pleas to abandon 'illegal' fight with Conor Benn
- Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa - FA Cup RECAP: Eagles blow Unai Emery's sorry side away to reach final
- Dimitri Payet insists relationship with former mistress was 'consensual' in new testimony after ex-girlfriend accused ex-West Ham star of 'forcing her to film bizarre sex acts' and 'drink her own urine'
- Humiliating NFL Draft moment as Shedeur Sanders' dreams are crushed by brutal prank call
- Wayne Rooney's son leaves fans in stitches with hilarious drawing of Man United legend
- Chris Eubank Sr launches fresh attack on son ahead of crunch Conor Benn showdown - claiming he 'has never understood what boxing is about'
- How to train like Conor Benn: 156-pound fighter details hour-by-hour plan he is using to beat Chris Eubank Jr
- Chelsea vs Everton - Premier League RECAP: Nicolas Jackson breaks his barren spell with his first goal of 2025 as Blues boost their hopes of securing Champions League football
- PREMIER LEAGUE RECAP: Brighton and Fulham net dramatic late winners as Newcastle send Ipswich back to the Championship
- Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft nightmare continues as humiliated QB plummets out of third round in worst slide in history... despite Trump's demand
- Maya Jama joins Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice ringside for Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn clash - as other stars including Idris Elba and KSI also settle in for grudge bout
- Boxing's most bitter fight night: Chris Eubank Jr takes on Conor Benn, son of his famous father's greatest rival, but Chris Sr refuses to attend amid a failed drugs test, 'egg-gate' - and a promoter who's dating the opposition's sister
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