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The Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘That's broken me' – Mark Goldbridge convinced his wife is having affair as he breaks down on stream
MARK GOLDBRIDGE admitted 'that's broken me' after being jokingly convinced his wife was having an affair live on stream. The incident, which was actually a hilarious misunderstanding on his part, occurred while broadcasting to thousands of fans. 2 2 Goldbridge is one of the UK's most popular streamers thanks to his comedic one-liners and heartfelt reactions while watching Manchester United. But he was left distracted after getting the wrong end of the stick while reading the label of a shirt. Goldbridge appeared on camera in a new denim top, which was a present from his wife. However, a tag with a bizarre message had him seeing red. After being asked by a fan about his new shirt, Goldbridge replied: 'Mrs Goldbridge got me this shirt. 'It's got a tag on it. 'Carlos, everything's coming my way'.' After reading the tag, Goldbridge sat stunned for a moment. 'Who's bloody Carlos? Well that's broke me. I thought it was going to say Ralph Lauren or something! 'Who puts a tag on saying that? I can't believe it. I tell you what, I'm not happy about this. 'Detective Bridge. This better be a tagline. Nothing happens when you Google it.' Goldbridge then began typing on keyboard before realising it was all one big misunderstanding. He said: 'Oh, it's alright. It's fine. I've just Googled it. Mr Mavis Carlos denim shirt. And it's got the same tag on. 'She's not cheating on me. Who cheats on this? Who would cheat on this? 'I thought I was going to lose my wife! Panicking. Bloody Carlos. It would do my head in as well. ''I'm leaving you for a guy called Carlos'. I could imagine what he'd look like as well. 'No, you're not spending the weekend with your mum and Carlos! 'Oh, Carlos, he's so good at football, he's so technical. But two foot him! Teach him a bit of our way. 'I'm having a nightmare here. I'm living in an alternative universe. Bloody Carlos. 'If there is anyone watching called Carlos there's nothing wrong with the name but I'm telling you now. 'If my missus ran off with someone called Carlos it would be a low point. I'd rather she run off with someone called Sheila. 'Carlos Tevez? That's it, you've hit the nail, I knew there was a reason I didn't like the name.' Fans reacted online, with one saying: 'Marriage went to VAR.' Another declared: 'You don't get this on Sky Sports.' One noted: 'Mrs Goldbridge final boss.' Another added: 'Mrs Goldbridge has triggered her release clause here we go.'
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Goldbridge: ' The dominance being built at Anfield is, for rivals, 'a bit like that Simpsons thing… Stop. He's already dead.'
Goldbridge: ' The dominance being built at Anfield is, for rivals, 'a bit like that Simpsons thing… Stop. He's already dead.' Liverpool's Transfer Power Surges with Wirtz Move Wirtz choosing Liverpool over Bayern reshapes European football In a summer already crackling with excitement, Liverpool's pursuit of Florian Wirtz has delivered a seismic jolt to the European football landscape. As reported by respected journalist David Ornstein, the 22-year-old playmaker from Bayer Leverkusen appears to be edging closer to Anfield, giving Liverpool fans a genuine reason to be 'over the moon,' in the words of Mark Goldbridge on the That's Football podcast. Advertisement 'Liverpool given huge boost in Wirtz pursuit,' announced Goldbridge, referencing Ornstein's update. 'Bayern Munich believe 22-year-old on course for Anfield move if he leaves Leverkusen this summer.' It's not a done deal, but the implications are already resonating far beyond Merseyside. Shift in power dynamic between Germany and the Premier League Goldbridge underscored the magnitude of the transfer: 'To break that monopoly by taking Wirtz from Leverkusen… is not only a really good signing for Liverpool, but it's also a massive statement to do that to Bayern Munich.' In Germany, it's almost tradition for Bayern to snap up talent from domestic rivals. 'They did it with Lewandowski from Dortmund, they've done it multiple times,' Goldbridge said. For Liverpool to intervene and potentially take Wirtz from under Bayern's nose signifies a remarkable shift in the established order. Slot's revolution backed by elite recruitment With Arne Slot stepping into Jurgen Klopp's shoes, expectations were naturally high, but Liverpool's transfer activity is silencing doubters. 'Frimpong already done. Kerkez obviously fighting to get, which I think you will get, and then Wirtz as well,' said Goldbridge. 'That should be the end of your summer.' Advertisement Liverpool's willingness to back Slot financially is also being noted. 'Liverpool have the money from last summer, they have the money from this summer, they have the Champions League money… it's no surprise that Liverpool are spending,' Goldbridge stated, highlighting how the club has built responsibly. Premier League implications and title race forecast Goldbridge, although a staunch Manchester United fan, offered a stark reality check: 'We've lost the Europa League, we're miles behind our biggest rival, and you're just pounding with these amazing transfers.' The dominance being built at Anfield is, for rivals, 'a bit like that Simpsons thing… Stop. He's already dead.' Advertisement Drawing comparisons to Erling Haaland's impact at Manchester City, Goldbridge believes Wirtz will add significant firepower: 'With Wirtz for Liverpool, it's an incredible deal.' He even offered insight into Wirtz's tactical fit, speculating he might feature 'in the attacking midfield role or in the false nine role.' The podcast also noted the rising competitive bar: 'If you're a Newcastle, if you're a Chelsea, if you're a Manchester City, you can't just sit there… look at the race from third down to seventh.' Final word from Goldbridge: 'Pulling power' The symbolic weight of Wirtz favouring Liverpool over European giants could not be overstated. 'Look at our pulling power here. It's incredible pulling power to take him from Bayern Munich,' Goldbridge concluded. Advertisement Not only has Wirtz been 'house hunting in the northwest' already, but Bayern Munich and Manchester City have also reportedly been informed of his preference. That level of intent, even before pen hits paper, reinforces Liverpool's ascendancy under their new leadership. With Ornstein's credibility and the thunderous reactions from Goldbridge and That's Football, this unfolding saga is already shaping up as one of the most influential transfer stories in recent memory.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mark Goldbridge labels Bruno Fernandes 'disrespectful' and 'shameful' for what he did against Bournemouth
Mark Goldbridge was deeply critical of Bruno Fernandes during Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth. Rasmus Hojlund netted a 96th minute equaliser on Sunday to see United claim a point against ten-man Bournemouth. The Cherries had taken the lead mid-way through the first half, courtesy of Antoine Semenyo's fierce strike, but had attacker Evanilson sent off on 70 minutes. The result sees Bournemouth stay tenth, with their hopes of European qualification dwindling, while United climb a place to 14th. It was another frustrating affair for Ruben Amorim's men, who are now on a five-game winless run in the Premier League. But they ramped up the pressure after Evanilson's dismissal. Indeed, United has some 25 shots at the Bournemouth goal across the game, their highest in a Premier League match this season. And one of those shots had prominent Manchester United fan Goldbridge in a rage. After Fernandes tried his luck from distance as United were chasing a goal in the game's closing stages, Goldbridge wrote on X: 'Bruno shooting from 40 yards there is pure and utter disrespect. Bruno shooting from 40 yards there is pure and utter disrespect. Shameful how many have done that today — Mark Goldbridge (@markgoldbridge) April 27, 2025 'Shameful how many have done that today.' After the game, Amorim said: 'We could do better, we created chances but we need to do better near the box. "It is small things. We have to understand the foot that is in play, crossing, one v ones. We need to understand the game in that way. "Today we pushed our opponent, especially after the sending off. We had the chances but again we didn't score." On the Europa League tie with Bilbao in midweek, Amorim added: "The way Bournemouth defend is quite similar, so we can take things from this game. But again it is a new history and we must do better."
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
United Stand Review: Goldbridge on Missed Chances and Team Progress
The United Stand podcast, hosted by Mark Goldbridge, offered a typically passionate reflection on Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth in the Premier League. As Goldbridge summarised, 'we totally and utterly deserved to get at least a draw out of that,' underlining his optimism despite a frustrating afternoon. Goldbridge repeatedly emphasised the importance of perspective. 'Take the confidence,' he urged United fans, adding, 'we created lots and lots of chances.' He was adamant that Manchester United's dominance warranted a better result, pointing out that United had '25 shots to their eight' and 'six on target to their one.' However, he didn't shy away from criticism, particularly regarding wasteful long-range efforts. 'Until this team learns to stop shooting from stupid places and actually do what you're paid to do, play football, we'll be fine,' Goldbridge said. Highlighting a key moment, he noted, 'Bruno shoots from 40 yards — got no chance of scoring,' expressing frustration that United's captain set a poor example that others, like Garnacho and Mainoo, followed. Mark Goldbridge also used the platform to defend manager Ruben Amorim, facing criticism despite limited time in charge. 'If he's got Ten Hag's players and they're low IQ players, how the hell are they going to play a high IQ system?' he argued. Goldbridge called out sections of the fanbase, declaring, 'some people want to see United fail,' after seeing negativity even when the team scored a late equaliser. He passionately defended Amorim, stating, 'blaming it on Amorim who didn't want to start till the summer is even more moronic.' Responding to a viewer named Cored who said, 'It's not too early, Mark, we must have doubts,' Goldbridge insisted that judging the new manager without a proper transfer window was 'completely and utterly moronic.' Reflecting on specific in-game decisions, Goldbridge criticised United's stubbornness playing out from the back under pressure. 'It's literally unachievable to play out from the back,' he said, describing how Bournemouth pressed United aggressively. 'Now is that the manager telling them to do that, in which case it's suicide, or is it just low IQ players who can't be adaptable?' he questioned. On individual performances, Goldbridge gave credit to Mazraoui, labelling him 'our best player until he went off' and awarding him man of the match. He also recognised Rasmus Højlund's crucial equaliser, explaining, 'that goal we scored was brilliant because we actually worked the ball into dangerous situations.' Meanwhile, Luke Shaw was heavily criticised, with Goldbridge stating Shaw 'still looks miles off it,' and cautioning that he 'hasn't played football basically for two years.' Garnacho, while lively, reverted to selfish tendencies, as Goldbridge noted, 'instead of nodding it back into the danger area, he tries to control it.' Ultimately, Mark Goldbridge's takeaway message to Manchester United fans was clear: 'Block out the noise and focus on the team.' While acknowledging flaws, he concluded that the draw provided a mental boost ahead of United's Europa League campaign. 'Take the point, take the positives,' Goldbridge urged, firmly believing that United were 'better than Bournemouth' and had deserved more from the Premier League clash.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Goldbridge: This Man Utd win means more than people will understand
Man Utd's Comeback Win Over Lyon: A Night That Defied Belief Man Utd's Resurrection in Extra Time In a match that will echo through the corridors of Old Trafford for years, Manchester United pulled off a breathtaking 5-4 extra-time comeback win over Lyon to reach the Europa League semi-finals. The United Stand podcast, hosted by the ever-passionate Mark Goldbridge, captured every drop of emotion from this astonishing night. 'I feel like Ric Flair,' Goldbridge exclaimed at the start of his match reaction, already lost in the drama of a game that swung wildly between despair and euphoria. From cruising at 2-0 to staring down the barrel at 4-2 against ten men, United rose from the dead in the final five minutes – a feat Goldbridge likened to Easter weekend resurrection. 'We were Ned Stark FC… dead. Then we go Jon Snow FC… we're alive again,' he said. Supporters' Catharsis in the Chaos Throughout the episode, Goldbridge didn't hold back on the rollercoaster of emotions fans endured. 'I'm in shock. I was living that nightmare that we're out,' he confessed, admitting there was 'no part of me at 4-2 that thought we were coming back.' Advertisement The podcast resonated particularly with younger fans, with Goldbridge poignantly addressing those who hadn't experienced United's 1999 Treble-winning magic. 'You've probably witnessed about 5 or 10% of what we felt that night… but it still means something,' he reflected. For a generation deprived of European glories, this night was a rare taste of vintage United drama. Praise, Passion, and Perspective Goldbridge's praise for key players was unfiltered. 'Build a statue for Harry Maguire,' he declared, while dubbing Casemiro 'man of the match' for his match-saving penalty win and two assists. The Brazilian's performance, especially across 120 minutes, was lauded as 'incredible'. Photo IMAGO Youngster Mainoo also earned admiration for his composure: 'The finish is fantastic… he's a learner driver but that was frighteningly good.' Even manager Ruben Amorim, whose position had come under scrutiny, was passionately defended. 'He coached a win. There's no doubt in my mind,' Goldbridge asserted. 'He's the closest thing we've got in that football club to you and me.' Photo IMAGO Yet amidst the joy, Goldbridge hinted at looming concerns. 'There are huge issues… but I want to revisit them at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning.' It was a night for celebration, not cynicism. Bigger Than a Trophy? Perhaps most striking was Goldbridge's insistence on the greater significance of the result. 'If we go on and win this Europa League… this game will become even more historical than you think it is now,' he said. 'It keeps a dream alive.' With United's Champions League hopes hanging by a thread, this wasn't just a quarter-final – it was financial salvation, reputational rescue, and emotional reward. As he summed up: 'Football isn't about just winning the final. It's about the incredible things that happen there… Tonight was one of the most emotional streams I've ever done.'
