Jamie Carragher dispels defensive myth after Manchester United's draw with Chelsea

great-grandmother has undertaken civilian combat training in Ukraine and says she is prepared to "defend" her children following fears that Russia will invade. Valentyna Konstantynovska, 79, has been praised for her "strength and bravery" after being taught defence tactics by Special Forces Unit Azov in Mariupol, eastern Ukraine.Ms Konstantynovska was taught how to use a AK-47 assault rifle by the country's national guard on Monday (February 14), as they prepare for a potential attack from Russia.Speaking to an NBCNews reporter about the training, the great-grandma said: "Your mother would do it too."Ms Konstantynovska also spoke to local media about her contribution to the exercise and said: "I am ready to shoot if something happens.

Coronation Street star Elle Mulvaney has been pictured with her rarely seen boyfriend Euan Marsden.The 19-year-old actress plays troubled youngster Amy Barlow on the ITV soap and posting to Instagram on Tuesday, uploaded pictures of herself cuddling up to her beau.Elle shared two snaps of the loved-up couple standing in front of a fridge and looked stunning in a elegant white dress, with her long brown hair worn straight over her back.She captioned the post: "valentines," next to a love heart emoji.Euan sported a black t-shirt, faded black jeans and a blue denim jacket with his blonde hair playfully tousled.Quick to comment on the adorable post were Elle's Coronation Street co-stars.Summer Spellman actress Harriet Bibby wrote: "You look stunning."Meanwhile, Lauren Neelan star Kel Allen commented: "Cutie patooties."Euan also shared highlights of the evening to his own social media page.To his own Instagram stories, the youngster shared a snap of a heart necklace he had gifted Elle which she wore as the couple went for dinner.He also uploaded a photo of Elle drinking an Espresso Martini while sat in a restaurant.He captioned the pic: "Number 1 fan of Deathnote and Attack on Titan fan right there."While it's not known how long the couple have been dating, Euan previously shared a picture of himself and Elle on Christmas Day last year.Elle is currently involved in a tough Coronation Street storyline, which saw Amy Barlow spiked in a club and rushed to hospital.Corrie fans are certain Max Turner (Harry McDermott) is responsible.Amy also recently began dating Weatherfield bad boy Jacob Hay (Jack James Ryan), who notoriously befriended her on-screen cousin Simon Barlow (Alex Bain) to enlist him as a drug runner for drug lord

This Morning's Alison Hammond shouted "I'm having a baby!" on the ITV show after hearing about a woman getting pregnant at 50.The ITV host was listening to stories about the menopause as one individual was mentioned on the show after finding out that a woman gave birth at 50.Alison, who is 47, was left completely shocked as she considered her own age and stated that she could do that as she told her co-host Dermot O''Leary: "That could be me!"The shock clearly got to Alison as she soon decided to drop the ultimate bombshell before the ad break.Alison threw her hands in the air as she shouted to viewers: "I'm having a baby!", with a huge smile on her face.The show immediately went to break and upon its return Dermot quickly congratulated her.He said: "Congratulations Alison, such good news and announcing it here - what a scoop."The pair then showed their support for a petition as Dermot told Alison: "You should call your new child Scott or Charlene," prompting Alison to respond: "That's such a good idea."Alison's confession comes after a caller named Shelly explained her shock when she found out she was pregnant after believing she was going through menopause.She said on the show: "I thought I was going through menopause and I found out I was pregnant. I already had a 20 year old and it changed my life so so much." Alison said: "Imagine going to the menopause and finding out you've had a baby! I'm 47 I thought it was the end of my time.

EuroMillions win of the year on February 4.With numbers 03, 25, 38, 43, 49 and Lucky Stars 03 and 07, a UK ticket holder bagged a £109.9 million jackpot rocketing immediately into the number 10 spot of the National Lottery's rich list. Andy Carter, Camelot senior winners' adviser at the National Lottery, said: "We're absolutely delighted that the winner of this amazing EuroMillions jackpot prize has come forward and we hope that they will enjoy their win."Who says lightning can't strike twice? With the UK's lottery luck clearly in right now, people up and down the country will be hankering to have a stab at the next EuroMillions draw. Here's everything you need to know.

Kate Middleton wanted to keep the details of her wedding dress a surprise for when she finally walked down the aisle on April 29, 2011. However, the desiner was revealed, by The Sunday Times, to be Alexander McQueen's Sarah Burton - who was reportedly hand picked by the Duchess.

Steven Gerrard will be with Rangers for the long haul amid increasing speculation a return to Liverpool is on the cards.The Anfield legend proclaimed the ex-skipper as "the new King of Scottish football'" having taken Rangers to the brink of Premiership glory.The Sky pundit reckons there is no chance Gerrard will walk away from the success and a shot at the Champions League next season for a mid-table Premier League side.

Jamie Carragher says Steven Gerrard will not use Rangers as a stepping stone just to land a job in the Premier League.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp will need to alter his midfield plans should the Reds get back to their Premier League title winning form during the 2021/22 season. That is the view of Jamie Carragher, who believes that his former side need someone to take up a pressing role that is similar to the one utilised by Philippe Coutinho during his time at Anfield.

Liverpool’s latest insipid attacking performance has backed up Jamie Carragher ’s claim that the front three of Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane need to be phased out.

Jamie Carragher believes Liverpool are suffering due to their lack a natural number 10 after Chelsea inflicted a fifth successive Anfield defeat on Jurgen Klopp's side.

Jurgen Klopp appeared to be unhappy with Mohamed Salah's tracking back as he hauled him off just after the hour mark of Liverpool's latest Premier League defeat.

Chelsea’s bench was battered with abuse on social media as well as Sky Sports’ commentary for not braving the cold at Anfield.Substitutes on the Blues bench were spotted becoming frozen in the stands during the Premier League game with Liverpool.As a result, a member of Chelsea’s staff came to their aid by passing round blankets to the seemingly helpless stars.Marcos Alonso and Kai Havertz were among those to take one to keep them warm on Merseyside.Commentator Martin Tyler, 75, spotted the footage and said: “What’s happening to footballers these days? It’s a little bit chilly.”Liverpool legend and pundit Jamie Carragher replied: “Don’t like it up north!”Football fans on Twitter were less than impressed too as they wondered why the Chelsea

Sky Sports commentator and former Reds man Jamie Carragher said: "He's offside because he has his shirt further out than Andy Robertson, that's how close it is."And fans from both sides quickly took to Twitter to share their views, with some attacking the referees."Something needs done about VAR. Shambles," one said.While another commented: "VAR continues to kill the game and nothing changes."And a third simply said: "On what planet is Werner offside here???? I'm a Liverpool fan but this offside rule is killing our game!"A fourth held nothing back, with: "Way onside.

straight to your inboxJamie Carragher has warned Manchester City that their winning run will count for very little if they are not crowned European champions.City made it 20 wins in a row in all competitions at the weekend when they beat West Ham 2-1 thanks to goals from Ruben Dias and John Stones.That victory means they are just six wins away from equalling the European record for consecutive wins, which is currently held by Johan Cruyff's Ajax side in 1972, managed by Stefan Kovacs.Speaking on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football, Carragher said he feels Pep Guardiola's side have already won the Premier League thanks to their 12-point cushion over second-placed Manchester United.Yet he warned that their winning run will mean very little if

straight to your inbox every day for freeJamie Carragher says Manchester United are seriously lacking a forward and has suggested that the club should target Harry Kane or Erling Haaland over Jadon Sancho.

Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher have led the tributes for Ian St John on social media following news of the Liverpool legend’s passing.St John, who made over 400 appearances for Liverpool during his iconic 10-year spell at Anfield, died at the age of 82 on Monday night following a lengthy battle with illness.A statement from the Welshman’s family reads: “It is with a heavy heart that we have to inform you that after a long illness we have lost a husband, father and grandfather. He passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside.“We would like to thank all the staff at Arrowe Park Hospital for their hard work and dedication during these very difficult times.

Jamie Carragher believes Liverpool will have enough to hold off the challenge of Merseyside rivals Everton to claim a place in the top four.

Jamie Carragher left the Sky Sports studio in stitches after quoting Robert De Niro's iconic 'you talking to me' line from the 1976 film Taxi Driver while analysing Wolves' equaliser against Newcastle. The Magpies drew 1-1 with Wolves on Saturday and Carragher highlighted a breakdown in communication which led to Ruben Neves' goal.The equaliser came moments after Matt Ritchie replaced Emil Krafth, with manager Steve Bruce saying after the game: "The direction which unfortunately Matt Ritchie didn't get on quick enough."It was the instructions of how we were doing it.

Mark Hughes has admitted that he agrees with Jamie Carragher about Manchester United ’s attack and lack of a striker.

Jamie Carragher has aimed a dig at Jose Mourinho while praising the intent of Manchester United during their goalless draw against Chelsea on Sunday.United have now drawn 0-0 on five separate occasions against other members of the traditional big six so far this season, scoring only once from the spot across all seven fixtures.While discussing the lack of success in those matches under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, the former Liverpool defender has compared the performances to those under Mourinho between 2016 and 2018.On Monday Night Football, Carragher said: ”Well listen, if someone like Jose Mourinho had those results…“We were very critical of him on this show as a Manchester United manager.

Jamie Carragher has supported a petition that calls for him and his fellow Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville to provide commentary for FIFA 22.