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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Manchester United Are In The Running To Recruit This PSG Striker: Should Amorim Get Him On Board?
In a recent report, Corriere dello Sport stated that Manchester United are in the running to recruit Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils are eyeing a move to bring the France international to the Theatre of Dreams this summer. Kolo Muani's Impressive Loan Spell In Italian Football Kolo Muani enjoyed a decent loan spell at Juventus recently as he managed to produce a run of impressive performances for them on the offensive end of the pitch. The French attacker was involved in 22 matches for the Turin outfit last season, netting ten goals and earning three assists across multiple competitions. The 26-year-old led the line well for Juve based on his average of 1.94 shots per 90 minutes in Serie A. He kept 52% of his attempts on target. However, Kolo Muani needs to work on improving his link-up play up top after making just 69.9% of his attempted passes in the Italian first division (stats via His current contract at Paris Saint-Germain will run out in the summer of 2028. Thus, Man United would have to launch a convincing offer if they want to sign the French talent this off-season. MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JULY 01: Aurelien Tchouameni #14 of Real Madrid C.F. battles for possession with Randal Kolo Muani #20 of Juventus FC during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between Real Madrid CF and Juventus FC at Hard Rock Stadium on July 01, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Should Manchester United Boss Ruben Amorim Get Kolo Muani On Board? Kolo Muani is proficient at finding some space for himself to get some strikes in at goal. He has got the eye to create the odd chance for his teammates in the final third and is a good runner with the ball at his feet. The French sensation can be a decent finisher in front of the opponent's goal. However, he has to figure out a way to improve his ball distribution up top. Furthermore, Kolo Muani might struggle to maintain his good form in the Premier League if Man United manage to snap him up in this transfer window. Still, the Frenchman would undoubtedly bring more quality to Ruben Amorim's frontline. He would serve as an upgrade over Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee at the Mancunian club. Kolo Muani is good enough to compete with Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo for a regular starting spot at Old Trafford next season. Therefore, Man United would be wise to get him on board soon.
Indian Express
7 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Day 1, Old Trafford: How Rishabh Pant's toe injury gave England a leg in the door
As Rishabh Pant sat on the golf-cart turned ambulance with a swollen right foot, a question loomed over Old Trafford, along with the dark clouds. How will India tread through the final hour of play on Day 1? The score at that point was 213/3, the honours were even. But with the most consistent Indian batsman on the tour gone, England captain Ben Stokes saw this as an opportunity to get his leg in the door. He did very soon. Six overs later the last of India's specialist, Sai Sudharsan pulled a short ball from Stokes into the hands of fine-leg. The cat and mouse contest for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy continues. India had a foot ahead till Pant was hit flush on his right toe by England's hero of the day Chris Woakes. At stumps, India would finish at 264/4. On crease were the two all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur. Both were on 19, both looking comfortable against the tired England attack. This was a hard day's work for both the batsmen and bowlers. Once again the most-repeated 'end of the day' summation on this series—the first hour tomorrow would be crucial—echoed around the storied ground. This game too has the opening of a gripping drama. The pitch is no sleeping beauty, this is no batting paradise, the spinners are getting turn, pacers the bounce. The 'Theatre of Dreams', the home of footballers that has the same name, is round the corner. But cricket's Old Trafford too might throw up a game of gravitas. On the very first day, a fairytale almost unfolded. Sudharsan getting into the playing XI here wasn't a popular decision. Experts have believed that he shouldn't have replaced Karun Nair, who should have been given one more game. But those in the know say that it was captain Shubman Gill who backed Sudharsan. No one has seen India's new No.3 as closely as Shubman. They are opening partners at Gujarat Titans. The two have spent long hours on the field and months together during the IPL. Familiarity doesn't always breed contempt, it also can generate awe. Once during the IPL, Shubman had spoken about Sudharsan's special talent. 'It's easy to swing freely on good cement wickets, but real skill lies in reading conditions, assessing the situation.' The coaches at GT also talk about the potential of the star batsman who plays even IPL like Tests. Assistant coach Nadeem Amin, talking to this paper about Shubman, had diverted the topic towards the other GT opener. That was during the Lord's Test. 'He may be out now but look out for the boy, his appetite for runs is as much as Shubman. Just wait till he gets a game.' So when he got the game, the initiation was relatively easy. Openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal had put on 94 runs and the English pace bowlers had lost the first hour to India. Sudharsan too looked like he was going to make this opportunity count. In the first innings of the only Test he had played in England at Headingley, Sudharsan got out edging an angled ball on the leg-stump to the wicket-keeper. Stokes doesn't usually forget such weak spots in his rivals. So he immediately went round-the-wicket to the left-hander and bowl from the corner of the crease. The ploy almost worked, Sudharsan edged a ball but the wicket-keeper Jamie Smith failed to grab it. This was the lucky break the batsman returning to the team wanted. A big part of Sudharsan's batting is his wrists. There is a tiny bit of Virat Kohli in his drives. He rolls his wrists over the ball, like a competent table-tennis player hitting a top-spinner. He is also quick to jump on balls that are marginally short as he crouches and slaps them to square leg. This too isn't a straight tight slap but more of a subtle pat, again with the help of his wrists. Sudharsan's county stint also prepared him to negotiate the English conditions, the kind India encountered for the first time on this tour. In the few games he played for Surrey, the left-hander learned to relax and give importance to the technical aspects of the game. 'As a batsman, when you are juggling between formats, I believe only the mindset should change, not your game … There is a big shift tactically. When I go to England, I have to leave a lot more balls than I usually do,' he had told The Indian Express. It is the wrists that manipulate the ball into the gaps, making it difficult for the captain to set a field. When he was in the company of Pant, another batsman with a knack of hitting the ball in unguarded areas, it seemed England were in trouble. The two were toying with the bowlers, India seemed set for a long partnership. England were losing the grip and then came the twist. Pant got carried away and to a smartly bowled slow yorker, he attempted a predetermined reverse sweep. He was beaten by the pace and trajectory. He missed the ball and it hit him on the toe. There were worried faces in the Indian dressing room as the pain on Pant's face hinted at the seriousness of the injury. By late evening the word from the Indian camp was that Pant had gone for scans and the BCCI medical team was 'monitoring his progress'. India's key player's left finger hadn't yet fully healed and now he gets a blow on his right foot. A bigger question looms: How will India limp on the last leg of this tough tour if Pant is ruled out of the series?
Wales Online
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Lee Mack reveals why he isn't playing at Soccer Aid this year
Lee Mack reveals why he isn't playing at Soccer Aid this year The Not Going Out star has been a mainstay at the charity event in recent years but is set to miss out this time Mack is set for a non-playing role at Soccer Aid this year Soccer Aid is back for 2026, but one of its biggest stars of recent years won't be taking to the pitch at Old Trafford on Sunday evening. Comedian and TV presenter Lee Mack has been a constant source of entertainment at the huge charity match in recent years, representing both the England and the World XI teams and proving a favourite amongst fans, fellow celebrities and professional footballers. In 2022, he even proved the hero as he scored the winning spot-kick for the World XI team in the penalty shootout. However, this year, the 56-year-old is set to miss out on playing alongside the likes of Carlos Tevez, Nemanja Vidic and Tony Bellew and has instead been lined up for an off-field role at the sold-out Theatre of Dreams. Ahead of the event - which has raised more than £100 million since its launch in 2006 - Mack has revealed that he is injured, meaning he is unlikely to pull on his boots for this year's match. Speaking to Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman on The Sports Agents podcast, the Not Going Out star said he was set to take a backseat for the event, suggesting that he could take up a punditry role instead. 'I should point out that due to injury, I may be more your role this year," he told the new Match of the Day hosts. "I may be a pundit. 'It's all TBC, he says diplomatically. So, I don't quite know when this is going out or what you've been told! Quizzed on what his injury entails, Mack replied: 'Well, I'm 57 this year. I'm always injured. "It's a default setting! You know, my injury is that I'm almost 57.' Having previously represented England at the event, Mack moved over to the World XI in 2021, based on his Irish heritage, and admitted to Logan and Chapman that he welcomed the switch. 'I thought, I quite fancy the change," he said. "I thought I'll share out the badness. Not further, I'm giving all this badness to the same team every year." That switch saw him 'sacked' by England coach Sven-Göran Eriksson, with the late manager - who passed away last year after being diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer - making him go and play for the World XI team as part of a skit for the charity event. "Well, there's two sort of answers to that," he said as he was asked about the change on the podcast. "There's sort of the showbiz answer, which is what we put out on screen, which is that Sven-Göran Eriksson sacked me, and I had to go and play for the other team. 'In reality, it was a documentary we made that was leading up to it, about me getting ready, and we thought it would be funny.' "I will say about Sven, without any shadow of a doubt, one of the greatest England managers we ever had,' he said. 'Like, Sven-Göran Eriksson was telling me how to play football. It was like a dream come true!' "What a lovely, lovely bloke. But not the most natural comedian you ever had. 'Take 74: No, Sven. If you could just say it this way, please!' But it was a thrill to meet him and just hang around with him.' Article continues below While Mack is set to miss out on playing, the World XI boasts a stacked line-up of ex-professionals including Vidic, Tevez and Italy international Leonardo Bonucci, as well as celebrities including Martin Compston, Dermot Kennedy and Bryan Habana. Meanwhile, the England team features the likes of Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes and Joe Hart playing alongside Louis Tomlinson, Bear Grylls and Sir Mo Farah.
Hype Malaysia
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Man U @ Trafford Den, Under Armour Launch, LEGO Home & More: Dope Events We Hit Up This Week!
Another week, another whirlwind of totally EXTRA events! We were here, there and everywhere! We were on the scene and vibing like a boss! Just check out our social diary for this past week (don't be jelly!): Manchester United Roar With Tiger Beer @ The Trafford Den Kuala Lumpur transcended its status as a city for a week as it developed into a meeting place for aspirations and a living monument to ardour, pride, and steadfast devotion. The Trafford Den, a daring reimagining of what it means to be a Manchester United supporter in Malaysia, was made possible by Tiger Beer, the team's Official Beer Partner. The Trafford Den, located in the centre of Kuala Lumpur, was more than just a pop-up bar; it was the realisation of the Theatre of Dreams. It is a statement that Manchester United and its devoted supporters in Malaysia are not constrained by distance. Fans – Hype included – began flooding the venue on 24th May, taking in the sights and sounds of Old Trafford as it was brought to life in the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Stories filled the walls, jerseys were clad like armour, and cold Tiger Beer was poured in honour of something greater than a game: belief, identity, and belonging. Fans unleashed their tiger during this moment, and the spirit of audacity and passion was echoed in every cheer, roar, and shared Tiger Beer sip. Here's what went down at the event. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: LEGO Home – A Playful Twist To Your Home @ The Exchange TRX The LEGO Group introduced a new level of LEGO play into one's living area with its most recent line of sets worthy of being displayed. With builds that range from pop culture tributes to botanical designs, the collection lets fans show off their individual interests and passions while blending in with any interior design. The first-ever LEGO Home in Malaysia, LEGO Home – A Playful Twist to Your Home, is being held by The LEGO Group in collaboration with IKEA Malaysia at Central Exchange, Ground Floor of The Exchange TRX, from 29th May to 8th June. The purpose of this 'house tour' event is to inspire visitors to add a playful touch to their homes by allowing them to discover how LEGO sets can be used as home décor to suit a variety of passions and lifestyles. In this three-way collaboration at The Exchange TRX, IKEA Malaysia furnishes the space, while LEGO bricks are used to construct and style the home décor. Take a peek at the LEGO Home. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: UNIQLO x ANYA HINDMARCH SS25 'T-Shirt Shop' Launch UNIQLO brought a splash of British charm to Malaysia with an exclusive preview celebrating the launch of the UNIQLO x ANYA HINDMARCH Summer 2025 'T-SHIRT SHOP' collection recently. Available in-store today (30th May 2025), this second drop in the collection with ANYA HINDMARCH follows the debut collection during Fall/Winter 2024. With its focus on thoughtful simplicity and uplifting details, the summer collection brings a light-hearted spirit to the season, reminding us that even the most essential items can spark joy. Here's what went down at the launch. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Under Armour Brand House Launch Under Armour has just relocated its Brand House in Sunway Pyramid, and we were front and centre for the revamped store's unveiling. Featuring whole new sections for easier browsing and a new lounge/ fitting room, the new store is a pleasure to browse and shop in. Hit it up at the Lower Ground floor of Sunway Pyramid today! Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Mattel 80th Anniversary 'All Play All Day' At Pavilion Bukit Jalil What happens when Barbie dolls, Hot Wheels, Thomas the Tank Engine, and more get together in Bukit Jalil? Well, just this Thursday, 29th May, was one such day as Mattel celebrated a vibrant, toy-filled adventure for the whole family. In honour of its 80th anniversary, Mattel transformed Pavilion Bukit Jalil into an immersive playground for All Play All Day — a school holiday event packed with interactive zones, nostalgic experiences, and exciting rewards that delighted both kids and adults alike. We were invited to explore the action, and each themed zone had something special to offer. From striking poses at Barbie's 360° photo booth and chilling in her pink bubble pool, to racing Hot Wheels through fiery loops and hopping aboard a life-sized Thomas train, the experience was nonstop fun. Families also enjoyed classic games in jumbo size and joined weekend competitions for a chance to win Mattel goodies. With free admission until 8th June, All Play All Day is worth checking out if you're looking for a fun day out with the family. You may even get a sneak peek at some goodies while you're there. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Zizan Razak Named G-SHOCK's First Malaysian Ambassador Zizan Razak made history recently as G-SHOCK's first Malaysian brand ambassador, and we were on hand to witness him taking the crown. Known for his comedy wins in Maharaja Lawak and blockbusters like Polis Evo, plus his recent debut in the PETRONAS Grand Prix, Zizan perfectly matches G-SHOCK's 'Never Give Up' spirit. This collab kicks off with the legendary 6900 series watch, famous for its toughness since 1995. Zizan joins other regional stars like kickboxer Superbon and footballer Rizky Ridho, bringing fresh local energy to G-SHOCK's mix of fashion, art, music, and sports. Keep an eye on their socials for more cool drops and stories! Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur Preview The Exchange TRX is already a fun place to be, but did you know that there will soon be a brand new hotel located right next to it? We got the chance to catch a glimpse of the upcoming Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur at Aurum Theatre, where fun interview sessions were held for candidates who are looking for a fresh start in the hotel industry. Although the mockup exhibits of the hotel will be nothing compared to the real deal, it did offer us a sneak peek of what to expect when it opens later this year. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Turkish Cuisine @ Residence Of The Embassy Of The Republic Of Türkiye Türkiye recently celebrated its culinary heritage in Malaysia, and we were lucky to have a place at the table. Hosted by representatives living in Malaysia and abroad, the Turkish Cuisine Week is an event that takes place every year during May with the aim of highlight the years of cultural exchange, sustainable practices and deep-rooted traditions that go into traditional cuisine. During an exclusive luncheon hosted by the Embassy at the Ambassador's residence, guests witnessed a live preparation of the Tepsi and Tavukgöğsü, sharing the recipe for others to try at home. Each year, the event has a different theme, this year being 'Classic Dishes of Turkish Cuisine', offering the public an authentic taste of the country's culinary traditions and the history behind the loved dishes. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sutton's predictions v grime stars Footsie & Strategy
The Premier League's top two meet at Anfield on Sunday but there is far more at stake earlier the same day when Newcastle host Chelsea. "This is huge for both sides in the race for the top five, and there are definitely some goals in this game," said BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton. "Chelsea have hit form again and it is important for them that Cole Palmer has ended his goal drought, but Newcastle are going to go for it because they are at home." Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season, against a variety of guests. For week 36, he takes on grime stars Footsie and Strategy, who are both Manchester United fans. Footsie and Strategy's collaborative album, Theatre of Dreams, was released on Thursday along with their video for their new lead single, Standard, which was shot in Manchester and London. Do you agree with their scores? You can make your own predictions below. The most popular scoreline selected for each game is used in the scoreboards and tables at the bottom of this page. A correct result (picking a win, draw or defeat) is worth 10 points. The exact score earns 40 points. Footsie is from east London but followed in his family's footsteps by supporting United. "When my grandparents came over from Jamaica, they landed in Manchester," he told BBC Sport. "My grandad worked there for a bit, and that's where the love for United comes from - my dad supported them too, and the whole family were Reds from there." For Strategy, who grew up much closer to Old Trafford, there was never any choice either. "My mum lived in Lower Broughton which was round the corner from The Cliff (United's old training ground) so when we were kids we used to hang out there and see all the players like Eric Cantona and David Beckham," he explained. "My Nana lives in Ordsall, which is like a two-minute walk from Old Trafford, and I used to catch my school bus from outside the ground every day. "I used to regularly see Fergie (Sir Alex Ferguson) when I was stood waiting at the bus stop, and I've got a photo of me with him and Bobby Charlton. "It's not quite the same but just the other day Footsie and I got a follow off JJ Gabriel [the 14-year-old old United striker dubbed 'Kid Messi']. That will impress a lot of girls in about three years time!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by @sirspyro Footsie and Strategy performed a freestyle on Sir Spyro's The Grime Show on BBC Radio 1Xtra on Tuesday, which is available now on BBC Sounds. Before beginning his music career, Footsie was a talented footballer in his youth. He played for famous east London junior side Senrab FC and was on Charlton's books as a teenager. "Senrab produced an amazing amount of footballers - Jermain Defoe, John Terry, Paul Konchesky and Ledley King all played for them," Footsie said. "I was in the same team as Muzzy Izzet and Jon Fortune and we were the top team in England in our age group. "I had a long stint at Charlton as a schoolboy, but then music was my calling really." Strategy played a lot of football as a teenager too, but admits it was not at as high a level. "I had the ability, but I never had the mentality," he said. "I was a great finisher, but I just did not take well to training on a Wednesday morning in the rain. "Like Footsie, I am an FA qualified football coach though. I did that for a while, but then music took over for me too." Chris Sutton, Footsie and Strategy were speaking to BBC Sport's Chris Bevan. Fulham 1-3 Everton I was at Goodison Park for Everton's draw with Ipswich last week and although the result was disappointing, they played well enough to win. If Everton had taken their chances they would have had the points wrapped up before Ipswich got back into the game. As I've said before though, I don't think it's a bad thing that they have not sustained their early form under David Moyes because that would paint a false picture of how strong their squad is, and it needs a serious overhaul in the summer. Moyes definitely lifted things when he took over in January but he has got some big decisions to make about who stays and goes, and it feels like a few players are on trial at the moment, with their futures uncertain. As for Fulham, well I've found them almost impossible to call for most of the season, especially at home, but I am going to back Marco Silva's side to take the points here. They will have a go at Everton and, with James Tarkowski injured, I don't think the Toffees will hold out. Sutton's prediction: 2-1 Strategy: Let's make this competitive, shall we? Footsie: Okay then! Strategy's prediction: I am going with Everton 1-2 Footsie's prediction: I am never sure which Fulham will turn up, but my initial thought was that they will win. 2-1 Strategy: Oh it is like that, is it!? Ipswich 0-1 Brentford Ipswich did well to fight back for a draw against Everton last week but this is a really tough game for them. Brentford are such a dynamic team and now they have got Kevin Schade scoring as well as Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, so it is going to be hard to keep them quiet. The Bees recovered from 2-0 down to win 4-3 when they played Ipswich at home in October, with Mbeumo scoring the winner in the 96th minute. That was a big blow for the Tractor Boys at the time, but I don't think this will be anywhere near as close. Brentford have won three games in a row, and this will make it four. Sutton's prediction: 0-2 Footsie's prediction: Brentford are scoring some goals here. 1-3 Strategy's prediction: Yeah, this one is an away win. 0-2 Southampton 0-0 Manchester City Manchester City have got the FA Cup final to look forward to next weekend but they also have a top-five place to secure, so there is no danger they will not be fully focused on that on Saturday. After winning their past four league games, City also have some real momentum for the first time in a long while. You have to go back to August for the last time they managed a run like that. So, I can only see one outcome at St Mary's Stadium, and it is going to leave Southampton stuck on 11 points for at least another week. The only question here really is how many goals City score. Sutton's prediction: 0-3 Footsie's prediction: This is definitely a City win, whether we like it or not! 0-3 Strategy's prediction: I am going to go with Southampton to score a cheeky goal, but City to get four. 1-4 Wolves 0-2 Brighton Wolves' winning run was ended by Manchester City last time out but I was still really impressed by their intensity and they will cause Brighton plenty of problems too. It has been a strange season for the Seagulls, who have been a top-half team for the entire campaign but have won only one of their past seven league games. I don't think their campaign is necessarily fizzling out because they played well in their draw with Newcastle last week, but their poor run might continue because I don't see them beating Wolves either. Sutton's prediction: 2-1 Footsie's prediction: This is a tough one to call. 2-2 Strategy's prediction: I am backing Wolves here. This is a bit of a gamble, but I just have a hunch. 2-0 Vitality Stadium, 17:30 BST This should be a cracking game. Aston Villa really need a win to boost their hopes of making the top five, but how can I back against a Bournemouth side that beat Arsenal last time out? Part of my predictions strategy last week was to back the teams who are going for the Champions League places, but I don't think you can just ignore how well a team like Bournemouth are playing. Sutton's prediction: 2-2 Footsie's prediction: Bournemouth might nick this. 2-1 Strategy's prediction: No, Villa are taking it. 1-2 St James' Park, 12:00 BST It's great to see two teams going head-to-head in this race for the top five and Chelsea probably come into it in better form after getting a great result against Liverpool on Sunday. Yes, they were playing straight after Liverpool had won the title and the Reds had probably been celebrating all week, but they still had to put them away and they did that convincingly. It means Enzo Maresca's side have won their past three league games so they will be full of confidence ahead of this one, but it's going to be tough for them to extend that run. We know Maresca is a stickler for playing out from the back, but doing that against Newcastle is asking for trouble. The Magpies will put them under serious pressure, because that's what they do to teams at St James' Park. Newcastle have got a very physical midfield which might be where the battle is won and lost, and of course Alexander Isak is such a threat too. Chelsea have got match-winners too, if Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke are firing, and my first thought was that there will be lots of goals in this game. With what's at stake, though, it might be a little cagier than that. I think the BBC readers will go for a draw but I am going to stick my neck out and say Newcastle will edge it. Sutton's prediction: 2-1 Footsie's prediction: Newcastle are at home, which makes a difference. 3-1 Strategy's prediction: I rate Newcastle but I'm going with Chelsea. 1-2 Old Trafford, 14:15 BST I am not sure who would want to watch this game? Manchester United's second string versus such a poor West Ham side with nothing to play for is not exactly essential viewing, is it? The Europa League final is going to be Ruben Amorim's focus for the rest of the season and Brentford made the most of that when they beat a weakened United team last weekend. I am not sure the Hammers are as dynamic as Brentford in attack, however, so they may not be capable of doing the same thing. A lot depends on the United team selection, though. It is hard enough making predictions anyway, but its even harder when there could be mass changes, and you don't know whether it is the United first team who are going to play, or be more like the youth team. That makes this more of a guess, when I am used to applying science to my predictions, but I wish I had gone for West Ham to draw with Tottenham last week, and I am not going to make the same mistake this time. Sutton's prediction: 1-1 Footsie's prediction: I've got to back United haven't I? 2-1 Strategy's prediction: I don't even know what to expect but I think there will be some goals. 4-3 Footsie's favourite United player: I used to play right-back so I used to watch Paul Parker and Denis Irwin avidly and just study their games. Now I've got love for Harry Maguire. He was 10 seconds away from leaving the club but now he is one of our best players by a long way. I love all the workhorses, because you need them. Strategy's favourite United player: I was a full-back too... a left-back. I started out as a striker but just got pushed further back. Everyone starts up front, don't they!? The players I liked were not just down to their performances, but the attitude they brought to the team. So Eric Cantona for me was a massive hero. As a kid, he was the guy. Now? I really like Lisandro Martinez, aka The Butcher. That's my kind of player - even if the performance is not up there, he is giving it everything. City Ground, 14:15 BST I am at this game for Sky and it is a must-win for Nottingham Forest in the top-five race. The pressure is off Leicester because they are already down and they are probably still smiling after getting a rare win over Southampton last time out, when Jamie Vardy scored his 199th goal for the Foxes. I bet Vardy would dearly love to get goal number 200 against Forest's rivals before he leaves the club in the summer, and this game does have a whiff of being one where he has a say in keeping Forest out of the Champions League places Still, if both teams play anything like they have done all season then this is a Forest win, easily. Chris Wood scored twice in a 3-1 win at the King Power in October and although his goals have dried up a bit, I can see him getting back on the scoresheet here. The result is really all that matters for Forest, because they need to get to the last game of the season in touch with Chelsea before they meet in what might turn out to be a Champions League play-off. Forest are playing catch-up at the moment but, with West Ham up next after this, I still think they have a very good chance of making it. Sutton's prediction: 2-0 Footsie's prediction: Forest are taking this. 2-0 Strategy's prediction: Leicester might get something here. 1-1 Tottenham Stadium, 15:00 BST Both clubs can almost forget about this game, really. It is a bit of a nuisance for both of them. Tottenham's season rests on what happens in the Europa League final on 21 May, while for Crystal Palace it is all about the FA Cup final next weekend. Eagles boss Oliver Glasner went strong with his team selection against Forest last week and if he does the same here then I can see a Palace victory. They don't have much to play for, though, because win or lose they look likely to finish in their usual position - 12th. Spurs are still having a stinker of a time with injuries, with James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall both set to miss the rest of the season, and that situation hardly helps Ange Postecoglou with the side he picks. It is hard to make a call without knowing who will play but, all things considered, the most likely outcome is probably a draw. Sutton's prediction: 1-1 Strategy's prediction: Palace will edge it. 0-1 Footsie's prediction: Yeah, Palace might nick that. 1-2 Anfield, 16:30 BST Arsenal were really good against Paris St-Germain on Wednesday, and I was impressed by how brave they were, but they still went out of the Champions League. There will be Gunners fans out there who will think they should be winning more trophies than they have managed under Mikel Arteta, who has still not added to the FA Cup he lifted in his first season, 2019-20. Arsenal are still heading in the right direction but the biggest problem for me has been their recruitment, especially for them to not sign a striker last summer. There are such fine margins between success and failure at the highest level, and you need someone to put away your chances in the biggest games. They basically admitted that by trying to sign Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa in January and if anyone or anything is to blame for another trophyless season, then that's where it lies. Now Arsenal need to refocus and make sure they don't let second place slip away. This game obviously is not the title decider that some people may have anticipated earlier in the season, but I still feel both sides will be desperate to win it. It's just a shame that, from Liverpool's point of view, it might be over-shadowed by the reaction to Trent Alexander-Arnold's announcement he is leaving the club. There is this debate surrounding Alexander-Arnold now, and whether he should start at Anfield this weekend or play for the club again at all, and also what kind of reception he will get if he does. No-one can tell Liverpool fans, or fans of any club, what to think - myself included - but we can all have an opinion on this whether we support them or not, and I think some of the reaction to this whole saga has been completely over the top. Fair-minded people will look at Alexander-Arnold as someone who has given over 20 years service to his boyhood club after rising through the ranks, but just wants a different challenge at Real Madrid, the biggest club in the world, and the most successful one in terms of winning European Cups and Champions Leagues. If they were in the same position, what would they do? You have always got your die-hards who are not going to change or see things anyone else's way, but Alexander-Arnold does not deserve the ridiculous abuse he is getting. In terms of the game itself, I really don't know what to expect. Liverpool were way below their best against Chelsea last week, but Arne Slot could go strong here and they may feel they have a point to prove against their nearest rivals. Similarly, Arsenal could be flat after their disappointment in Paris, or they could come out firing. Hopefully that's the case, and both teams will be up for it. Sutton's prediction: 1-1 Footsie's prediction: It will be close but Liverpool will win. 2-1 Strategy's prediction: That's not a bad shout, I might have to say the same there. 2-1 Last week was huge for Chris and his hopes of defending his BBC predictions title. After the first nine games of week 34, he had five correct results with no exact score, putting him on 50 points. His guest, singer Sasha Keable, had only managed one correct results so had 10 points, but the BBC readers led the way thanks to three correct results and one exact score, giving them 70 points. That meant it all came down to Monday's game between Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest and, while Sasha and the BBC readers backed Palace to win, Sutton went for a 1-1 draw. That earned him 40 points for an exact score, which gave him his 10th outright weekly win of the season and put him back on top of the table. "I am a predictions genius," was his, erm, somewhat predictable response.
