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Cristiano Ronaldo reveals why he will NOT go into management when he retires as Portuguese superstar hits out at younger generation
12/09/24 18:26
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed why he has no intentions to move into a coaching position in the future as the Portuguese superstar instead plans to focus on business when he retires. Ronaldo is currently playing in the twilight years of his career with Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League and scored his 900th career goal during the recent international break with Portugal....read
Erik ten Hag snaps back at Cristiano Ronaldo with jibe about Saudi Arabia after the star launched another attack on the Man United boss in an explosive interview with Rio Ferdinand
12/09/24 15:30CHRIS WHEELER: Ten Hag suggested that ex-Man United striker Ronaldo is out of touch with events at Old Trafford playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on life with his five children, who ALL 'have my personality', don't speak to him for days if they lose at padel... and why he won't put pressure on Cristiano Jr to be a footballer
12/09/24 12:54When speaking to his former Manchester United team-mate Rio Ferdinand, the relentless goalscorer revealed that his competitiveness has spread to activities with his five children.Cristiano Ronaldo brutally SNUBS former Real Madrid team-mate for Kylian Mbappe as superstar plays 'Who Is Better?' with Rio Ferdinand in latest YouTube video
08/09/24 17:19Cristiano Ronaldo may have rubbed some of his former teammates the wrong way thanks to his latest YouTube video in which he named his top playerJermaine Jenas admits sending woman photo of his manhood and begging her for bikini pictures while working at Qatar World Cup for BBC - as battle to rebuild his marriage gets tougher than ever
07/09/24 13:18Jermaine Jenas has admitted to sending a woman a photo of his manhood at the Qatar World Cup, but claims it was 'consensual'.Tim Lovejoy explains reasons why he stopped going to Chelsea games in honest chat about his 'bout of depression' on the Mail's new podcast Soccer A-Z
04/09/24 06:59Speaking with former Soccer AM co-host Helen Chamberlain on the brand new Mail podcast and YouTube show Soccer A-Z, the football presenter gave the three reasons behind his decision.Cristiano Ronaldo hilariously imitates iconic Lionel Messi line directed at former Man United star following Argentina's ill-tempered 2022 World Cup win over the Netherlands
04/09/24 06:55Cristiano Ronaldo has gone viral after hilariously pinching one of his great rival Lionel Messi's famous phrases during a clip on his new YouTube channel.Rio Ferdinand SLAMS Jamie Carragher for being 'highly disrespectful' towards Casemiro after the Liverpool legend previously told the struggling Man United midfielder to 'leave football'
02/09/24 17:44Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand (inset) has labelled Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher as being 'highly disrespectful' towards struggling Brazilian midfielder Casemiro (left).Cristiano Ronaldo reveals the reason why he cried after missing a penalty for Portugal at Euro 2024... and it's not why everyone thought
29/08/24 18:12Ronaldo thought he had scuppered Portugal's Euro 2024 dream in the last-16 when his penalty in extra time was heroically saved by Slovenia goalkeeper Jan Oblak.England fans laud Three Lions interim boss Lee Carsley for picking younger stars in his first squad - as they call on the FA to 'give the ex-U21 coach the job permanently'
29/08/24 13:44Some fans even called on the Football Association to 'give the former U21s coach the job permanently', with Rio Ferdinand praising his decision to call-up midfielder Angel Gomes.Rio Ferdinand tells Cristiano Ronaldo 'You're a b*****d' as former Man United star appears to aim dig at legends including Pele
28/08/24 18:13Ronaldo claimed that the fact that there is video footage of his goals makes him stand out from legends who played many years ago.Cristiano Ronaldo reveals the one goal he wants to achieve before he retires as he takes a joking dig at Brazilian legend Romario
28/08/24 16:07Speaking with Rio Ferdinand in a new video on his YouTube channel, the Portuguese superstar highlighted his desire to reach 1000 goals, a feat only a few players achieved.Kate Ferdinand looks sensational in a black satin dress as she gets 'wedding ready' with dapper husband Rio
27/08/24 00:56Kate Ferdinand and husband Rio dressed to impress as they posed for Instagram snaps ahead of attending a wedding on Monday.Rio Ferdinand SLAMS Man United for agreeing to sell 'huge player' Scott McTominay as he claims the Scot's £26m transfer to Napoli 'doesn't sit well'
26/08/24 20:09Rio Ferdinand has aimed criticism at former club Manchester United for agreeing to sell homegrown midfielder Scott McTominay to Italian side Napoli in a £26m summer transfer.Rio Ferdinand and Joe Cole blame ANTONY for Brighton's late winner against Man United as the pundits slam £86m man for 'puff tackle' that led to Seagulls victory
24/08/24 14:46The two men speaking on TNT Sports after the match blamed Antony stating that the Brazilian forward 'has to be better. He has to deal with that'.'I would have done the same'- Rio Ferdinand SIDES with Raheem Sterling amidst Chelsea's decision to exile the four-time Premier League winner
24/08/24 11:56Rio Ferdinand has sided with Raheem Sterling following the forwards public fallout with head coach Enzo Maresca and Chelsea.Rio Ferdinand slams Chelsea for their 'WILD' treatment of 'Uncle Raheem Sterling' after star was dropped for Man City match - and claims players are finding out their fate over EMAIL as chiefs 'create dressing room problem'
19/08/24 10:27Sterling's camp exclusively revealed to Mail Sport on Sunday that he was 'seeking clarity' over his future and that his exclusion was a bolt out of the blue.Rio Ferdinand hails Jude Bellingham as a 'class apart' after his 'magnificent' performance in Real Madrid's UEFA Super Cup win over Atalanta
14/08/24 22:20Rio Ferdinand has hailed Jude Bellingham after his 'magnificent' performance in Real Madrid's UEFA Super Cup win over Atalanta.Rio Ferdinand gives verdict on Man United's interest in Ivan Toney as he admits he's 'mystified' at the lack of bids for £60m-rated Brentford star
14/08/24 18:40Rio Ferdinand (inset) has offered his verdict on Man United's reported interest in Ivan Toney as the Brentford striker remains keen on a move away from the Bees after Arsenal's interest cooled.Chelsea's £1bn spending spree has left the club a 'MADHOUSE', Rio Ferdinand claims, as pundit questions decision to splash out on almost 40 signings
14/08/24 17:38The ownership has invested an eye-watering total of £1.2bn on transfers since taking control from Roman Abramovich in May 2022.Kate Ferdinand looks incredible in a skimpy brown thong bikini as she hits the beach during sun-soaked holiday in Portugal
13/08/24 09:28Kate Ferdinand showcased her incredible figure on Monday as she slipped into a thong bikini during a suns-oaked getaway to the Algarve, Portugal.Kate and Rio Ferdinand showcase their beach bodies as they put on a loved-up display during sunshine break in Mykonos
23/07/24 18:02Kate, 33, and Rio Ferdinand, 45, showcased their beach bodies as they put on a loved-up display in Mykonos in photos shared to Instagram on Tuesday.Leny Yoro reveals how Rio Ferdinand convinced him to join Man United and opens up on playing against Kylian Mbappe in his first interview as an Old Trafford player after £52m move
22/07/24 17:11Leny Yoro has revealed how conversations with Rio Ferdinand helped convince him to join Manchester United as the 18-year-old defender looks to help the club challenge for top honours.Kate Ferdinand shows off her amazing figure in a black bikini as she soaks up the sun at a beach club in Mykonos with husband Rio
22/07/24 07:43The former TOWIE star, 33, caught up on lost time with her former footballer husband Rio, 45, following his four-week stint away covering the Euros in Germany.Rio Ferdinand congratulates new Man United signing Leny Yoro in enthusiastic video message after sealing £52m move... before offering the 18-year-old some key advice
19/07/24 09:05After undergoing a photoshoot in United kit, Leny Yoro was given a surprise by the club's media team after a special message was recorded by former United centre back Ferdinand.Rio Ferdinand responds to Man United nearing £52m deal to sign Leny Yoro... as fans hail the 18-year-old star as a 'generational talent' after watching his highlights reel
17/07/24 11:41The 18-year-old is flying to England to have a medical and finalise personal terms over a move to United worth up £52million, and Ferdinand took to social media to respond to the news.BBC pundits Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards slammed for 'vapid' criticism of Gareth Southgate after England's Euro 2024 final defeat... after the Three Lions boss quits
16/07/24 12:26Southgate faced criticism from Ferdinand and Richards after England's Euro 2024 final defeat, with the former claiming his approach was 'negative' and 'conservative'.England legend Rio Ferdinand blames the Three Lions' 2-1 final defeat on Gareth Southgate's 'conservative' approach in fiery post-match coverage
15/07/24 08:31'We said after the group stages, if you're going to play the conservative side of things with the amount of talent we have in this squad, you have to win,' the centre back come-pundit said on the BBC .Rio Ferdinand doesn't hesitate when asked who England's most important player is at Euro 2024 - as former Man United defender claims the Three Lions star 'gets a bad rap'
13/07/24 12:25On Wednesday, the Three Lions joined Spain in securing their place in the European Championship final after a 2-1 win over the Netherlands.Kate Ferdinand flaunts her toned abs in a bikini as she celebrates daughter Shae's first birthday on family holiday
12/07/24 09:45The former TOWIE star, 33, who is married to football legend Rio, 45, showed off her amazing figure as she enjoyed a morning coffee in the sunshine on Friday.Man United target Leny Yoro hits back on social media after 'fake account' claimed he does not want to move to Old Trafford this summer
10/07/24 16:43The 18-year-old Lille defender has been linked with a move away from France this summer, and United have been showing significant interest in him.Rio Ferdinand urges Lille defender Leny Yoro to join Man United ahead of Real Madrid, Liverpool and PSG after Red Devils had £42m bid accepted for the 18-year-old
10/07/24 15:59Ferdinand believes Yoro should join Erik ten Hag's side instead of other European clubs as he compared the 18-year-old to Arsenal's William Saliba.Alan Shearer argues with Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards over 'improved England' - as former Newcastle striker claims England are 'not as good as they claim'
09/07/24 19:24Asked by Lineker prior to tonight's match between Spain and France what his reflections were on England's performance, Shearer began by saying 'they did improve'.BBC forced to mute audio on footage of celebrations during England's dramatic penalty shoot-out win over Switzerland as Gary Lineker drops the F-bomb
07/07/24 08:11Wild scenes ensued in the studio as the Three Lions advanced to the semi-final of Euro 2024 in the most dramatic of fashions on Saturday evening.Rio Ferdinand heaps praise on Kobbie Mainoo's first-half display in England's clash against Switzerland - as he claims midfielder looked like 'a prefect with the young kids at school'
06/07/24 17:31The Man United youngster was a standout performer in the first 45 minutes in Dusseldorf, despite both sides heading into the break without a goal.'Are they watching the same game?': Gary Lineker and 'ultra-positive' BBC pundits are slammed by fans for their rose-tinted analysis of England
06/07/24 17:14Gary Lineker and the BBC punditry panel were blasted by fans for being 'ultra-positive' in their assessment of England's first half against Switzerland on Saturday.Jermaine Jenas accuses Rio Ferdinand of 'LYING' in awkward exchange between the BBC pundits during live coverage of France's victory against Portugal at Euro 2024
06/07/24 14:19Les Bleus knocked out Cristiano Ronaldo and Co in a dramatic penalty shootout last night after Joao Felix saw his effort, the only miss, hit the woodwork.Did Gary Lineker make a crude sex joke about Cristiano Ronaldo? BBC presenter shocks viewers with bizarre comment as Portugal star was receiving treatment before extra-time in quarter-final defeat by France
05/07/24 22:54Gary Lineker caught BBC viewers off guard with a surprising comment about Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo, just before extra-time of their defeat to France.Rio Ferdinand claims England boss Gareth Southgate 'deserves more credit' and insists they CAN win Euro 2024 'playing ugly' - before Jermaine Jenas bites back and says the Three Lions are 'clearly not good enough'
05/07/24 20:01The Three Lions topped Group C on five points but delivered three underwhelming displays as they beat Serbia 1-0 and drew with Denmark and Slovenia.Rio Ferdinand predicts England's starting XI for Euro 2024 quarter-final clash with Switzerland... amid calls for Gareth Southgate to make changes after scraping past Slovakia
03/07/24 11:29The Three Lions scraped into the last-eight after Jude Bellingham scored a 95th minute overhead kick to take the game to extra-time, where captain Harry Kane would go on to seal the 2-1 victory.Beer we go! Rio Ferdinand joins England fans for a booze-up in Dusseldorf as the BBC pundit enjoys day off - with the Three Lions' last-16 clash being shown by ITV
30/06/24 12:58Rio Ferdinand is making the most of his day off by joining Three Lions fans in Dusseldorf ahead of England's last-16 clash with Slovakia at Euro 2024 this evening.Kate Ferdinand gushes over daughter Shae, 11 months, as she takes her first steps - but star's husband Rio tells her off for showing fans something he didn't want them to see
27/06/24 10:55In the moving video, Kate, 33, is captured inciting the tot to step towards her, firstly with a toy and secondly with a little book as she gushed over her tiny tot.Rio Ferdinand names three players he claims will WIN Euro 2024 for England if Gareth Southgate picks them to revive struggling side
26/06/24 09:08England's fortunes will reverse and their form pick back up if they make three changes to the starting line, claims Rio Ferdinand, who thinks the Three Lions will win the trophy if they pick the side he wants.Ian Wright insists that England players have 'the right to reply' to criticism from pundits - after Declan Rice and Harry Kane hit back at negative comments over Three Lions' Euro 2024 campaign
25/06/24 19:55A number of former players including Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Rio Ferdinand all condemed the showing by Gareth Southgate 's men after their second group-stage tie.Rio Ferdinand sides with Harry Kane and Declan Rice and admits Gary Lineker may have gone too far in branding England's performance against Denmark s***
24/06/24 19:47Despite maintaining their unbeaten start to the tournament, England came under fire for lacking an attacking impetus in their 1-1 draw with Denmark.Harry Kane appears to take direct swipe at Gary Lineker by lashing out at 'people with podcasts' who are trying to 'promote their own channels' after Match of the Day host slated England on his 'The Rest is Football' show
24/06/24 08:56Lineker described England as 's***' on 'The Rest is Football', which he hosts and is owned by Goalhanger, his production company.Rio and Kate Ferdinand throw son Lorenz a lavish boozy 18th birthday party complete with personalised cocktails, a DJ and photo booth
20/06/24 16:35Rio and Kate Ferdinand shared an insight into his son Lorenz's lavish 18th birthday party on Instagram on Thursday.Micah Richards defends Phil Foden and claims he can be England's 'BEST player' at Euro 2024... but Rio Ferdinand argues there are THREE players ahead of him in the pecking order
20/06/24 16:28Rio Ferdinand argued that Foden's England team-mates would rather pass to three other stars - and that the status he has at Manchester City is diminished at international level.Rio Ferdinand suggests radical position change for an England attacker to fill problem left back spot if Kieran Trippier is injured - with Luke Shaw still out - to leave Three Lions 'bang in trouble'
19/06/24 12:09Kieran Trippier started the Three Lions' Euro 2024 campaign against Serbia in place of Luke Shaw, who was picked as part of Southgate's 26-man squad despite not playing a minute since February.Rio Ferdinand tells ex-England boss Fabio Capello how his players once secretly ordered McDonald's to a hotel room and 'ate like scavengers'... after growing tired of the manager's strict and 'serious' regime
18/06/24 14:46Rio Ferdinand has shared a funny story about Fabio Capello's reign as England boss, revealing that the Three Lions players once ordered McDonald's secretly after growing tired of his 'serious' regime.TV viewers praise Cesc Fabregas' punditry during England's Euro 2024 victory against Serbia and insist Arsenal and Spain legend is 'levels above' colleagues Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards
17/06/24 11:00Fabregas stole the show during the BBC's coverage on Sunday evening after the Three Lions began their group stage campaign with a hard-fought and nervy win.Micah Richards responds to Rio Ferdinand jibe as the BBC pundits hit the gym in Germany after England's win over Serbia
17/06/24 10:02Ferdinand suggested the performance was still on his mind on Monday morning, when sharing a photo from a gym, before calling out fellow BBC pundit Micah Richards' absence.TV REVIEW: Gary Lineker looks like a dad at his first BBQ as Cesc Fabregas steals the show on BBC during England Euro 2024 coverage
16/06/24 21:30KIERAN GILL: Micah Richards was interesting when talking tactics. Joe Hart was alert to the wayward balls flying his way in the centre circle but seemingly less aware of the line-ups.Jose Mourinho claims a HUGE team lacks tournament-winning talent, Rio Ferdinand is backing England - but Jamie Carragher fears one country will stand in their way... what top pundits are predicting ahead of Euro 2024
12/06/24 21:00With the European Championships set to kick off in Germany on Friday, a wealth of football pundits have been making their predictions on who will lift the trophy when it's all said and done.Rio Ferdinand is mocked by fans for 'embarrassing' claim that Portugal would NOT have reached Euro 2024 without Cristiano Ronaldo, despite their perfect record in qualification
11/06/24 17:14The former Manchester United defender claimed that, without the goals from his old Red Devils team-mate, Roberto Martinez's side would have missed out on the tournament.Inside Rio Ferdinand's rarely seen son Lorenz's lavish 18th birthday party: Stepmother Kate shares snaps from the fun-filled bash - complete with flowing cocktails and pancakes on tap
10/06/24 12:23Lorenz's stepmum Kate, 33, shared an insight into the raucous celebration on Instagram on Sunday. Clips taken 'before the madness' of the evening were shared online.Steven Gerrard admits he 'PRETENDED' to like two other England stars when on international duty... as he claims there was 'hatred' between them during playing career
06/06/24 10:13The former Liverpool star racked up 114 appearances for the Three Lions between 2000 and 2014. During that time he featured in six major tournaments and became the team's captain.Paul Scholes' reaction when Steven Gerrard says he won zero Premier League titles leaves fans in stitches... as they claim the former Man United star 'almost let his evil side win' with how he responded
06/06/24 08:05Gerrard never lifted the title in his Liverpool days - with his slip against Chelsea an unfortunate lasting image from his career - while his Manchester United counterpart won 11.Laura Woods returns to presenting for the first time since a gruesome facial injury by fronting TNT Sports coverage of the Champions League final from Wembley
01/06/24 17:27Laura Woods appeared back on TV for the first time since a gruesome facial injury when she fronted TNT Sports' coverage of the Champions League final.Kate Ferdinand sets pulses racing in a black and white bikini as she shares sweet snaps from her sunny family getaway with husband Rio
01/06/24 11:34Kate Ferdinand sent temperatures soaring on Friday as she wore a stylish black and white bikini and shared a slew of wholesome family snaps from her vacation.Rio Ferdinand reveals why he wants Jadon Sancho to win the Champions League final against Real Madrid... as the Dortmund star prepares to lock horns with 'extraordinary' former team-mate Jude Bellingham
31/05/24 17:03EXCLUSIVE: Jadon Sancho is currently on loan at Dortmund, from Manchester United who are major underdogs in this year's Champions League final against 14-time winners Real Madrid.Rio Ferdinand is left STUNNED after lie detector test catches the Man United legend out with question about Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk
30/05/24 17:35Rio Ferdinand couldn't believe the result of a lie detector test when the Manchester United legend was asked whether Virgil van Dijk is a better Premier League defender than he was.Jose Mourinho to join TNT Sports panel for the Champions League final... as the two-time winner of the prize joins Rio Ferdinand, Owen Hargreaves and Steve McManaman
30/05/24 17:20Jose Mourinho has been announced for TNT Sports' coverage of the Champions League final on Saturday. Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will meet for the top prize in European club football.Rio Ferdinand shares rare snap of his eldest son Lorenz, 17, as he and wife Kate take their family on luxury boat trip during sunny getaway
29/05/24 14:43The former footballer, 45, whisked his wife Kate, 32, and kids, Lorenz, 17, Tate, 15, Tia, 13, Cree, three, and 10 month old Shae, away for a sunny trip in Vilamoura.Inside Victoria Beckham's 'disciplined' diet for the last 25 years
29/05/24 09:32The 50-year-old designer has a famously limited diet but insisted in a recent chat with Grazia magazine that she wouldn't go as far as to give up her beloved wine.So what does Victoria Beckham REALLY eat? As star, 50, claims 'life's too short for calorie counting' a look at the 'disciplined' diet she's consumed every day for 25 years - much to her husband David's annoyance!
29/05/24 07:36The 50-year-old designer has a famously limited diet but insisted in a recent chat with Grazia magazine that she wouldn't go as far as to give up her beloved wine.Erik ten Hag lashes out at 'so-called experts' pundits, claiming they 'attack people to make themselves look better' and 'show they are worth the money' because Man United are 'easy prey' - after feud with Jamie Carragher
25/05/24 09:30The Dutchman is expected to be sacked after Saturday's FA Cup final regardless of whether United beat Manchester City or not, and came out fighting to defend himself against pundits.Rio Ferdinand calls Chelsea a 'CIRCUS ACT' after Mauricio Pochettino's departure... as he sends a warning to those linked with the job
23/05/24 17:40This was despite a strong end to the campaign, with Pochettino guiding them to five successive wins to qualify for Europe, while he had also overseen the development of several young stars.Rio Ferdinand, Grace Dent and nutrition influencer Tyler Butt face criticism for promoting McDonald's - as fans say they're 'selling out' by being paid to promote the fast food giant
21/05/24 13:11The ex Man Utd star's post sparked the wrath of some fans, Grace Dent switches off comments on her McDonald's posts and influencer Tyler Butt said he got 'beef, left, right and centre' over his collab.Erik ten Hag WILL be sacked by Man United regardless of whether his side 'win or lose' Saturday's FA Cup Final, says Rio Ferdinand, as pundit lambasts squad's lack of identity
21/05/24 05:53The Red Devils ended their Premier League season with a 2-0 victory against Brighton, but Sunday's result wasn't enough to save the club from their lowest-ever Premier League finish.Rio Ferdinand reveals he has heard Mauricio Pochettino is likely to LEAVE Chelsea this summer... despite guiding the Blues back into Europe after winning their final five games of the season
20/05/24 11:57Despite the Blues' strong finish to the campaign, doubts have emerged over Pochettino's future in recent weeks, and Ferdinand is not convinced the Argentine will be sticking around.Rio Ferdinand picks out one star Wayne Rooney missed in damning assessment of Man United's squad after club legend claimed Red Devils should 'get rid' of most players and build around Bruno Fernandes
17/05/24 11:31Fernandes is one of a handful of players at Old Trafford to come through this last season with their reputations largely intact after a wearisome campaign for Erik ten Hag's side.Jurgen Klopp aims parting shot at Rio Ferdinand ahead of Anfield farewell after the Man United icon called for Liverpool's title triumph in 2020 to be declared 'null and void' amid Covid-19 pandemic
16/05/24 17:39Jurgen Klopp has aimed a parting dig at Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand ahead of his final game in charge of Liverpool on Sunday following nine-years at the club.McDonald's makes huge change to Happy Meals - but will you be able to spot the difference?
16/05/24 10:18McDonald's UK has unveiled a change to Happy Meal boxes in the UK from May 13 through to May 19, but will customers be able to spot what's different?Rio Ferdinand says there are only THREE players that have come to Man United and performed 'at the level you expect' in the last decade in a damning indictment of club's recruitment policy
15/05/24 14:13United have notoriously struggled in the transfer market in recent years and have often shelled out huge amounts of money on players that failed to live up to their billing.Wayne Rooney reveals the player who was a 'dressing room NIGHTMARE' at Man United... as he explains how the star once 'didn't speak to Ryan Giggs for SIX months'
15/05/24 09:17In total, the former England captain scored 253 goals in 559 appearances, making him United's all-time record goalscorer, while he also won 16 trophies with the Red Devils.Douglas Luiz reignites his feud with Rio Ferdinand by hilariously trolling the Man United legend after Aston Villa reach the Champions League
15/05/24 08:30Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz (right) has reignited his long-running social media feud with Man United legend Rio Ferdinand (inset) after securing Champions League football.Rio Ferdinand hits out at Erik ten Hag for 'unfair' treatment of one Man United player and insists struggling Red Devils looked 'UNCOACHED' during defeat by Arsenal
13/05/24 10:07Ferdinand has insisted he would rather other players were selected instead and has taken issue with the under-pressure Ten Hag's decision-making.Man United legend Nemanja Vidic snubs Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk as he names his best defenders in the Premier League
12/05/24 14:15Nemanja Vidic is regarded as one of the finest defenders the Premier League has seen and he has given his verdict on the best players currently occupying the position in the top flight.From a rum-maker to the Cobra Bomb connoisseur, the brains behind a social media platform, plus pundits and coaches galore (and one still playing!)... What happened to the Man United and Arsenal stars from the 2003 'Battle of Old Trafford'?
11/05/24 21:07The true significance of the Battle of Old Trafford on September 21, 2003 only became apparent months later. At the time, it was just another skirmish between these two rivals.
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Cristiano Ronaldo comes off the bench to score 88th-minute winner for Portugal against Scotland as he nets 901st goal of his career
- Harry Kane salutes 'inspirational' Cristiano Ronaldo and insists he has no plans to slow down before becoming the TENTH man to earn 100 England caps
- Erik ten Hag gets back to winning ways one week after Man United's brutal loss to rivals Liverpool... as under-fire boss returns to old club for testimonial
- Klopp describes his return to Dortmund as a 'dream come true' after coaching legends team as former Liverpool boss opens up on his life outside of football
- After anthem furore, admissions of self-doubt and a confident win... this weekend taught Lee Carsley what it REALLY means to manage England
- The 'real reason' Leny Yoro decided to REJECT Real Madrid and join Man United - before being struck by horror injury
- The era of Alexander-Arnold is here: Liverpool star finally has an England manager who will give him the platform for international success, writes SAMI MOKBEL
- Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir retires from Team GB as the 45-year-old admits 'it's an age thing' - but still plans to compete internationally
- Emma Raducanu looks glum as she tries to go under the radar during a stroll in London - two weeks after the British star's tearful US Open exit
- Jack Draper should be proud despite US Open semi-final loss... he showed his true colours but the hard work starts now, writes DAN EVANS
- Lee Carsley awkwardly takes a seat in the wrong dugout in first blunder as England interim manager ahead of Nations League clash with Republic of Ireland
- Declan Rice REFUSES to celebrate scoring England's opener in Dublin after former Republic of Ireland midfielder nets from close range
- The incredible statistic where Aryna Sabalenka has outperformed most men at the US Open - including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic
- Watch the moment Wayne Rooney rolls back the years with stunning curling free kick against Celtic at Old Trafford in legends game
- Colombian athlete who had his teeth modified to resemble FANGS wins shot put gold in Paris... as he insists that 'Paralympic sport' has to be a show
- Man City midfielder Rodri reveals Diego Simeone taught him to 'play like a B******' and 'make opponents miserable' during his time at Atletico Madrid
- Emma Hayes reveals what she would have done after leaving Chelsea if she was paid like Jurgen Klopp - as she highlights gender discrepancy in game
- Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori suffers FREAK injury while playing for Italy with £42m man forced off against France - handing Arteta a scare
- Charles Leclerc CRASHES his £314,000 Ferrari in Monaco as viral video shows F1 ace driving into another car while cruising around his home nation
- Jack Draper VOMITS on court after battling hard in his second set against world No 1 Jannik Sinner in US Open semi-final Struggling mid-match
- EXCLUSIVE'It means everything!': How San Marino achieved their 'once-in-a-lifetime joy' of a first competitive win - and why it's just the beginning
- Jack Draper sheds light on unusual pre-match ritual ahead of US Open semi-final against world number one Jannik Sinner Relying on routine
- Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way Landmark achievement
- Aston Villa 'DOUBLE price of disabled parking space tickets in latest financial blow to fans' - after supporters' club disputed European ticket prices
- Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher clash in heated Man United manager debate - as former Red Devils man defends Erik ten Hag AGAIN
- 'Big up?': Steve McClaren learns Jamaican patois during training session - with less embarrassing results than his Dutch accent
- Emiliano Martinez performs crude World Cup celebration AGAIN - as goalkeeper uses replica Copa America trophy to recreate Golden Glove gesture
- Marc Cucurella reveals a Chelsea team-mate attempted to clear the air between him and Erling Haaland after Spaniard's Euro 2024 chant
- Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS
- Vince McMahon documentary trailer drops to unveil it WILL address sex trafficking claims among other WWE scandals Anticipated viewing
- Conor McGregor lays out bizarre Ireland Presidency plans as the UFC star insists he 'is the only logical choice' despite having no political experience
- Heimir Hallgrimsson is the dentist who dumped England out of Euro 2016 with Iceland - now, he's looking for another Three Lions upset as Ireland boss
- Inside Jack Draper's friendship with Jannik Sinner: From doubles partners to emotional text messages as pair prepare for US Open semi-final showdown
- Jack Draper hilariously mocked for bizarre reason at US Open after racing into the semi-finals without dropping a set Brit wonderkid
- Snooker star punished with never-seen-before foul in Saudi Arabia Masters defeat against Stuart Bingham as he crashes out in decider
- Olympic pole vault champion Armand Duplantis and 400m hurdler Karsten Warholm go head-to-head in a brilliant 100m sprint exhibition
- Paralympic sprinter proposes to his girlfriend following 100m race in Paris, after his first wife was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident
- Victor Osimhen is 25, prolific in Serie A for Napoli and desperate for a Premier League move with Chelsea admirers... so why has he ended up in Turkey?
- Dani Carvajal breaks his silence on the furore around Spain players chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' following their Euro 2024 win over England
- Ralf Schumacher's heartbroken ex-wife says she will KEEP his famous surname in spite of him, despite it causing her 'pain' after she 'wasted' years
- Chelsea fans are left in awe as Jadon Sancho trains with Blues for the first time since move from Man United Forward also seen taking Maresca advice
- Cristiano Ronaldo hilariously imitates iconic Lionel Messi line directed at former Man United star following Argentina's ill-tempered 2022 World Cup win
- Meet the armless Paralympics archer, 17, who went viral after taking the perfect bullseye using just her feet Incredible dexterity
- Fans joke that Federico Chiesa 'noticed the leaking roof 'at Old Trafford as clip emerges of new Liverpool signing Taking in the sights
- England squad pictured in good spirits ahead of new boss Lee Carsley's first match against Ireland Back 49 days after Euros final heartbreak
- Revealed: Spain captain Alvaro Morata's divorce from wife Alice 'was caused by an argument ON THE PITCH after beating England in final'
- Ivan Toney cuts hilariously awkward figure as Al Ahli fans debut new chant for £40m England star after Brentford departure Latest Saudi signing
- Olympic marathon runner who was set on fire is fighting for her life: Father speaks from hospital to reveal she had split from ex-boyfriend 'attacker'
- Tennis stars' most shocking moments with ball kids including Tim Henman's Wimbledon default and Novak Djokovic putting one on the verge of tears
- Amadou Onana arrives for Belgium duty in shirt reading 'Andre is not even my name mate' following awkward viral moment with reporter
- Napoli exile Victor Osimhen is mobbed by fans as he lands in Turkey to complete loan move to Galatasaray - after talks over switch to Chelsea collapsed
- Luis Suarez fights back tears as he confirms his retirement from international football ahead of final Uruguay match on Friday
- Nick Kyrgios openly offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for her to fire Brad Gilbert following US Open defeat
- Ronaldo reveals when he plans to retire from international football as 39-year-old Portugal star hints it 'won't be a difficult decision' when the time comes
- United icon urges Marcus Rashford to LEAVE Old Trafford if he has any hopes of saving his career... as he describes the England star's downfall as 'sad'
- Micah Richards slams Declan Rice's sending off as 'one of the WORST decisions' as he fumes the Arsenal star shouldn't have been punished in Brighton draw
- Arne Slot is shining as Jurgen Klopp's successor at Liverpool, Man United's cracks continue to show, and which surprise package could push for Europe? FIVE THINGS we have learned so far
- Trent Alexander-Arnold taunts Man United fans with mocking gesture after Liverpool's huge 3-0 win at Old Trafford Happy England star
- Pitch-side microphone reveal former Arsenal man Danny Welbeck's sneaky unseen role in Declan Rice being sent off against Brighton
- Casemiro's wife hits back at critics of the Man United star with defiant Instagram post after her husband was hauled off at half-time in Liverpool defeat
- Luke Littler breaks down in tears as he reveals tragic loss of family friend in emotional post-match interview after devastating defeat
- Chelsea unveil Jadon Sancho at Stamford Bridge moments before Sunday's clash with Crystal Palace... after ex-Man United star seals Old Trafford exit
- Newcastle's Premier League clash against Tottenham DELAYED in the first half as linesman suffers 'random' injury and is replaced
- Sol Bamba's wife, Chloe, delivers heartbreaking statement on her husband's 'unfair fight' after ex-Cardiff and Leeds defender dies aged 39
- Danny Simpson keeps his Premier League medal after the ex-Leicester football star's first Misfits Boxing fight ends in a split draw
- Jamie Carragher left in hysterics at Old Trafford with ex-Liverpool man delighting in Gary Neville's ultimate commentator's curse
- Get your elbows out! McLaren boss Zak Brown reveals the secret recipe Lando Norris must follow if he is to snatch title glory from Max Verstappen
- Mikel Arteta reveals he was 'amazed' Declan Rice was sent off in Arsenal's draw with Brighton - but Fabian Hurzeler insists it was a'clear red'
- Serial prankster waves sex toy in face of Sky reporter on live deadline day coverage, forcing broadcast to halt and journalist to move location
- Unai Emery slams England for sending Morgan Rogers to the 'second team' after he was left out of senior squad and called up to the Under 21s
- Gary Lineker provides update on his Match of the Day future after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate behaviour allegations
- Southampton announce the £25m signing of Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal, as the goalkeeper dresses up as Hagrid for his unveiling
- England fans laud Three Lions interim boss Lee Carsley for picking younger stars in his first squad - as they call on the FA to 'give him the permanent job'
- Kieran Trippier retires from England duty just hours before Lee Carsley names his first squad... leaving new interim boss with huge defensive dilemma
- Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus in bargain deal worth up to £12.5m after Italy winger turned down more lucrative offers from elsewhere
- Patrice Evra admits he regrets 'crazy' video where he kisses, spanks and bites a RAW CHICKEN... as he explains bizarre social media post
- Arsenal confirm £33m signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad - with the Spain international joining Mikel Arteta's side on a long-term deal
- EXCLUSIVEOasis will NOT play at Man City's Etihad Stadium next summer because of the ground's ongoing expansion Another venue instead
- Revealed: Sven-Goran Eriksson's ultimate world XI which contains Kasper Schmeichel and a Ballon d'Or winner out of position
- Liverpool unveil third kit for the 2024-25 season - with Reds set to wear the strip for the first time at Old Trafford in huge clash with rivals Man United
- Lando Norris 'SPLITS from model girlfriend' Margarida Corceiro with the British F1 superstar now 'free and single' as he chases world title