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Premier League matches since he began in 2000. In that time he was given the reins on numerous big clashes, and on occasion the 53-year-old triggered the anger of fans and managers with his showman-like behaviour.He handed out a record 114 red cards which epitomised his no-nonsense approach, while also rubbing many up the wrong way.

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WE hear Mabel has fallen in Mad Love with a new fella. The pop star has been dating the son of Spurs legend Garth Crooks.

Manchester United having come off the bench to score the winner against West Ham on Sunday. The England international starred on loan at the London Stadium last season and would've been hoping to play a central role under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer this time out.

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Manchester United's 2-0 win at local rivals Manchester City was impressive as it was surprising.Pep Guardiola’s side went into Sunday’s derby as the form side in world football, having won a staggering 21 games on the spin.United meanwhile were of the back on three goalless draws, bringing them out of serious consideration for the title.But goals from Bruno Fernandes and Luke Shaw were enough for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to once again get one over on Pep – and close the gap at the top of the Premier League to 11 points in the process.It was a performance built on solid foundations, with the Red Devils managing to blunt City’s all-conquering attack.Solskjaer’s defence hasn’t always been a strength this season however and Victor Lindelof is a man

Arsenal's players just accepted they wouldn't be able to cause Manchester City any problems on Saturday, believes Garth Crooks.

Garth Crooks has accused Arsenal of “accepting defeat” against Manchester City on Sunday.

Virgil van Dijk makes so few mistakes that commentators are left hoping he makes one so they have something to talk about. That’s the verdict of BBC Sport pundit Garth Crooks, who reckons the Liverpool star is so good he could be tempted by a move to Real Madrid or Barcelona in the future.

Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, according to Garth Crooks.The 24-year-old has spent the majority of the campaign out injured, only making his third Premier League appearance of the season in Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat away at Brighton on June 20.Nevertheless, after spending three games on the bench Holding was brought back into Arteta’s side against newly-crowned champions Liverpool on Wednesday night.His solid display at the back helped inspire the Gunners to a 2-1 victory over Jurgen Klopp’s men, who have only lost on three occasions this term.And Crooks was highly impressed with the former Bolton man, tipping him to become an important member of Arteta’s backline if he keeps himself fit.“It was a real battle royal between Rob Holding and Sadio Mane.

Liverpool star Jurgen Klopp has been urged to apologise to Brighton forward Aaron Connolly on Virgil van Dijk’s behalf.The defender put in a ruthless performance for the Premier League champions’ 3-1 win on the south coast.While the relegation battlers rarely threatened the European Player of the Year, the 29-year-old was able to show off his defensive skillsAnd it caught the eye of pundit Garth Crooks who sent a message to van Dijk’s boss after including the centre-back in his team of the round.Writing on BBC Sport, Crooks said: “He looked back to his imperious best against Brighton.“Since the restart Liverpool have looked a little shaky at the back.“There were two moments when Van Dijk showed his class and both were against Aaron

Harry Maguire’s lack of match fitness into account during his brutal rant last month.That’s according to BBC pundit Garth Crooks, who hopes Keane has now calmed down.The Manchester United legend was working as pundit on Sky Sports during the 1-1 draw and did not hold back in his views of Maguire and David de Gea’s errors for Steven Bergwijn's goal.Keane was left “staggered” by how easily Maguire was beaten but Crooks has leapt to the player’s defence following the three-month season break due to the coronavirus outbreak.“The game against Norwich wasn't the greatest FA Cup-quarter final I've ever seen but it was in sharp contrast to the performance Harry Maguire gave in the Premier League draw at Tottenhamm,” Crooks said after selecting him

Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka rendered Raheem Sterling ineffective on derby day.

Manchester United are nothing without the skills of Bruno Fernandes in the side.

Garth Crooks says Bruno Fernandes caused "a sudden sense of panic" in the Manchester United ranks when he needed treatment against Sheffield United.

Bruno Fernandes must remain fit for Manchester United to maintain any chance of securing Champions League football.That’s the view of BBC Sport pundit Garth Crooks, who reckons his importance to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team was clear for all to see during the recent win over Sheffield United.United recorded a 3-0 win over Chris Wilder’s side on Wednesday night as Anthony Martial bagged a hat-trick.But it was down to Paul Pogba and Fernandes to run the show in midfield as fans got an exciting glimpse of what could be a very successful partnership in the coming seasons.Crooks says the Portuguese’s importance was particularly clear after he went down for treatment in an injury scare mid-match and his fellow team-mates looked concern.“There was

Liverpool and follow Nuno Espirito Santo to his next job.That’s the view of BBC Sport pundit Garth Crooks, who reckons the Wolves winger is set to make the biggest decision of his life.Traore has been on fire once again this season, playing a key role in Wolves’ bid for a top-four finish having linked up well with Raul Jimenez all season.His displays have not gone unnoticed with Liverpool said to be keen on striking a deal in the coming months.But Crooks reckons he would be best suited staying with Santo for now and following the Portuguese to his next club should he leave Molineux.“I just can't leave him out of my team at the moment,” Crooks said after selecting him in his team of the week.“He was outstanding against West Ham and even more

The BBC is probing a racist death threat sent to veteran broadcaster Clive Myrie.