Alkmaar boss refuses Celtic excuses over £35m player exodus as he gears up for Europa League dust-up

Reading fans staged an impassioned protest against manager Veljko Paunovic following the club’s draw against Peterborough United.The Royals ended their remarkable seven-match losing streak with a 0-0 draw against fellow Championship strugglers Posh on Wednesday night.Reading have been sliding ever closer to the relegation zone during a dismal run of form, which included an embarrassing FA Cup defeat by non-league Kidderminster Harriers, but remain safe in 21st – two points above Peterborough.The team has won just one of its last 15 matches and are on the verge of sacking Paunovic, who has been in charge since August 2020.The 3-2 home defeat by Coventry City on Saturday saw fans storm the pitch in protest against Paunovic and that sentiment continued at Peterborough in mid-week.Following the full-time whistle, a few hundred away supporters refused to leave their seats and were heard chanting “we want Pauno out”, “we want our Reading back” and “we won’t go until he’s gone”.When they did eventually leave the Weston Homes Stadium, after 20 minutes, many supporters made their way to the carpark where they surrounded the away team’s coach.As Reading began the drive home, the coach was hindered by fans who sang “you’re not fit to wear the shirt”.HAVE YOUR SAY! What do you make of the current state at Reading? Comment below. According to the Daily Mail, Royals fans are about to get their wish, with Paunovic on the brink of being sacked, with the players unhappy with the 44-year-old.

mauled to death by a great white shark in Australia was training for a charity event, it has been revealed.Simon Nellist, 35, was killed in Sydney's first fatal attack in nearly 60 years on Wednesday, February 16.The British ex-pat, who was an experienced ocean swimmer, was attacked from below by the 13ft-long predator at Buchan Pooint, near Little Bay. According to witnesses, the swimmer was attacked by the massive shark who swallowed parts of his body after it had ripped him in two.His remains were tragically found in the water an hour later.The horrifying attack took place less than 500ft away from the main beach, which was packed with swimmers, paddle boarders and rock fishermen.

Darts stars are now enjoying this adrenaline rush each Thursday night in cities across the UK.But being paid to throw darts in front of raucous crowds is a remarkable contrast to the traditional jobs many players used to have.And as we approach night three of the Cazoo Premier League at The SSE Arena in Belfast, we take a look at the different gigs these darting pros paid their bills with before making it to the oche.Peter Wright’s name is now indelible in darting history after becoming a two-time world champion earlier this year.And despite now being a multi-millionaire, his journey to the top has been rocky.He said goodbye to the sport not long after qualifying for his first World Darts Championship in 1995.Desperate for cash, he fitted windows, hauled concrete fence posts and grafted on building sites and holiday camps.He then had a stint on the dole before returning to darts almost 20 years after his first appearance.And Wright - who also changed his name to 'Snakebite' - is now reaping the rewards.Who will win this year's Premier League? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section belowUnlike many of his fellow pros, Jonny Clayton has refused to become a full-time darts player – despite winning four premier events last year, including the Premier League.He still earns money on the side as a part-time plasterer even though he claimed £400,000 in prize money in 2021.But the humble Welshman still puts in a shift for Carmarthenshire County Council. In an exclusive interview with the Daily Star last month, he said: "I would be a liar to say I have not considered it.

Emmerdale as some residents are about to face more heartbreak, tragedy and turmoil.After discovering that her criminal ex-husband Pierce Harris has passed away, Rhona is feeling emotional, Emmerdale spoilers can reveal.However, despite telling Marlon Dingle about his death, she feels uneasy to discuss Pierce's son Marcus who will soon make his way to the village.Elsewhere, Vinny Dingle and Liv Flaherty are making wedding plans but will they decide to enjoy their big day away from family and friends?Meanwhile, Jacob Gallagher and Chloe Harris become surprisingly intimate. But what will Noah Dingle do when he finds out the truth?While reading the Hotton Courier, Marlon spots the news of Pierce’s death and prepares to tell Rhona.

BBC Breakfast turned tense on Thursday morning (February 17) as presenter Jon Kay shut down his co-star in an awkward row.Jon was joined by co-presenter Naga Munchetty and sports correspondent Mike Bushell on the red sofa to discuss the sporting issues of the day - including the ongoing Winter Olympics.Mike began by telling his co-stars: "Team GB have a huge chance of guaranteeing a medal..."But Naga soon interrupted: "Well, you've said this..." as Mike finished: "I know, A fair few times, but this is it because they do have their semi-final against the USA at lunchtime today."Mike continued to explain his reasoning, adding: "Now the Brits have only lost one of their nine matches, and yes, that was to the USA.""Oh Mike, Mike!" Jon moaned, as Naga struggled to find the words to express what she was thinking."But there's hope!" Mike insisted, adding: "They're in better form than they were in the Round Robin match because they're top of the group, their tails are up, they've got the form and momentum. Momentum is everything in sport!"But Naga wasn't impressed, as she said: "Your narrative over the Winter Olympics has been fabulous - because in the early days it was, 'Naga - too early! You know, we started late last time, we did really well.

BBC Breakfast star Katherine Downes was left insulted during her Winter Olympics coverage, as a crew member likened her head to a 'mushroom'.The star, who sometimes steps in for Sally Nugent or Naga Munchetty on the red sofa, was presenting her daily sports segment from Beijing - but a question from Naga left her reeling.Katherine looked cosy despite the wintery chill settling over the mountains, rocking a thick black waterproof jacket and brown-and-beige bobble hat while clutching her bright yellow BBC Sport microphone.Her wavy brunette tresses were just visible underneath the chunky woollen hat, which looked like it was doing a good job at keeping the cold out.It all kicked off, though, as Naga wondered: "Impressive bobble hat! How many have you got, and are you all [presenters] having a bobble hat off?"Katherine admitted: "Well I went to PyeongChang four years ago with two bobble hats, and that was a mistake. Because it turns out you're on TV every single day and you want a bit of variety!"She went on to explain: "So I've brought seven bobble hats with me out to Beijing.

previously was branded ‘inappropriate’ for her revealing clothing and for showing cleavage as a mum.This time round the 30-year-old mother has shared in a TikTok video that she has taken the fancy of younger men.In the clip that has racked up 162,000 views, Jen can be seen in a barely buttoned up white blouse and a black mini skirt lip synching over a song with the lyrics “put some respect on my name".The glamorous mum wrote in the video: “When I get daily DM’s from 18-year-old boys asking me to be their 'sugar momma'.”But Jen shared in the comments that she is not fussed about being a sugar mummy for anyone - and prefers older men.Despite Jen being engaged and saying that she will not be a sugar mama for anyone, adoring fans in the comments kept begging for her approval.One person gushed: “Oof! Can you be my sugar mama too?!”Another fan swooned: “Absolutely gorgeous.”A third user voiced: “What about 20.”Someone else remarked: “You are very hot , the young boys u got their hormones going crazy wish and hoping.”And, a fifth person expressed: “She is engaged guys… cause I done tried.”You can follow Jen on TikTok here and Instagram here. Get all the biggest Lifestyle news straight to your inbox. Sign up for the free Daily Star Hot Topics newsletter

Jessica Biel takes fans back to the 1980s with her fashion style as she arrives on the set of Hulu’s Candy, on Tuesday (February 15) in Decatur, Ga.

Pete Davidson is officially back on Instagram!

There are movie themes and then there are movie themes - songs that seem to not only perfectly define the film in which they were featured, but the time in society in which they were released. 

A plane carrying the Manchester City players touched down in Liverpool after being forced to divert during Storm Dudley.

Paul Parker believes Manchester United's best solution to their struggles on the pitch is to appoint Ralf Rangnick on a permanent basis.

Sevilla sporting director Monchi believes the key to unlocking Anthony Martial's true potential is by making sure the French forward is happy.

Abbey Clancy might have been late sharing her Valentine's Day post – but it was certainly worth the wait!READ: Abbey Clancy's surprising wedding connection to Pippa Middleton revealedThe 36-year-old took to Instagram on Wednesday to share two snapshots with fans showing her cuddling up to her husband, Peter Crouch.WATCH: Amanda Holden's 7 best bikinis and swimsuitsThe pictures have been taken abroad and Abbey can be seen wearing a tiny string bikini and oversized sunglasses as she sits on Peter's lap. "My Valentine," she sweetly wrote, adding three red love hearts.READ: Abbey Clancy stuns in risqué bikini during tropical getawayMORE: Inside Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy's incredible £3million homeAbbey and former footballer Peter, 41, started dating back in 2006 and went on to marry in June 2011.

Songs that call back to golden-age hip-hop rarely live up to the expectations they set for themselves, but Jason Moore (Raw Poetic) consistently bucks this trend. Ocean Bridges, his 2020 collaborative LP with sax legend Archie Shepp (his uncle) and longtime collaborator Damu The Fudgemunk, is a modern masterpiece at the intersection of rap and jazz.

Shanna Moakler is speaking out about her ex-husband Travis Barker and his fiancee Kourtney Kardashian.

A multi-vehicle crash has closed the eastbound carriageway of the Clydeside Expressway in Glasgow.

David Moyo's had to do things the hard way to make it in football but he looks back with no regrets.

Inter Milan star was on the prowl for a new team. Le Havre had made him an offer and he was ready to sign for the French side but the deal fell through at the last minute.A prospective takeover of the club had crashed and the audacious contract offer was taken off the table, leaving Adriano devastated.

Champions League coverage - after the Manchester United icon insisted that the Red Devils can still win the Champions League. United were optimistic of mounting a title challenge this season, but have been woeful in the Premier League - with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer paying the ultimate price.

Europa League play off first round trip to Parkhead on Wednesday. Skipper Koopmeiners was dumped to the bench for the shock 1-0 defeat to newly-promoted Eredivisie side RKC Waalwijk on Saturday.