Rafael Benitez to Everton is the same as Michael Owen joining Man Utd to Liverpool fans

Pep Guardiola, Johan Cruyff and Sir Alex Ferguson are three of the most revered coaches of our time, but for some reason, none of them have tried the revolutionary idea of sticking a goalkeeper up front.Thankfully, there's one man who has.Step forward Stuart Pearce, who, on the final day of the 2004-05 season, made the madcap decision to convert David James into a centre-forward as Manchester City chased qualification for the UEFA Cup.With two minutes of normal time remaining and City needing to score, 'Psycho' lived up to his name (and then some) by replacing midfielder Claudio Reyna with second-choice stopper Nicky Weaver and throwing James up front.Pearce had hoped to unsettle the Middlesbrough defence, but according to Boro No.1 Mark Schwarzer - James' opposite number in the Teessiders' goal - it actually delivered the opposite effect. Schwarzer, speaking exclusively to Ladbrokes at its launch of the 5-A-Side Bet on Leicester v West Ham, revealed the reaction of the shocked Boro players.

This Morning were left gobsmacked after Alison Hammond asked a couple with a 51-year age gap about their sex life.Tisele and Wilson from South Africa appeared on the ITV show to discuss the dynamics of their relationship and how they are perceived by others.Wilson, who was clearly much older than his wife, told viewers he was interested in her the first time they met but also told a little white lie about his age.But things became rather uncomfortable when Alison probed the pair on their bedroom antics, which some viewers felt was a bit too much.Rushing to Twitter, fans shared their thoughts.One viewer penned: "The bedroom question was one question too far."Another said: "This is a painful interview to watch.

Dubai was reportedly attacked by guards as Prince William visited the country on an official visit.Billy Hood, 25, is currently serving a 10-year sentence for “unintentionally possessing” CBD vape oil in the United Arab Emirates country.As the Duke of Cambridge was meeting with UAE diplomats in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on Thursday, (February 10), Billy was allegedly attacked by Emirati authorities, according to non-profit organisation Detained in Dubai.Billy’s family are now appealing to the Prince to help bring Billy back to the UK after his appeal to overturn the sentence was refused, despite no court hearing taking place.According to Detained in Dubai, Billy has been isolated in a tiny cell that could fit only a mattress and is said to have hit the wall in frustration.Four prison guards are then alleged to have opened his cell and repeatedly beat him, causing him to bleed.Reports have also claimed that Billy was previously beaten and tasered and forced to confess.His brother Alex Hood said: “I am disgusted that the UK would ever allow this to happen to a British citizen and that they have not already intervened. This is not the first time he has been assaulted while in custody and over what? CBD oil that the court accepted, was not even his.“In accepting this kind of treatment and just ‘raising concerns’ without any actual consequence, the UK is essentially sanctioning these abuses again and again.

Jamie Carragher’s job as a Monday Night Football pundit in the future.The West Ham superstar recently spoke to Carragher’s Sky Sports colleague Gary Neville in a lengthy interview for the latest episode of The Overlap Podcast.Rice’s bold claim came when Manchester United legend Neville told the Hammers midfielder: “I've not spoken to a footballer at your age that's as switched on from a media perspective [as you are].”Neville added: "Carragher's in trouble, isn't he? On Monday Night Football?"To which Rice replied: "Carragher's a goner! I'm coming for him!"Carragher tweeted after seeing the podcast: "Well get yourself on MNF in March... let's see what you've got!"The acting Hammers captain then joked: "You sure you want that...

Prince Andrew was a “constant sex pest” who wanted to know about her love life during sessions.Emma Gruenbaum, 50, claims the Duke of York would ask her about “anal sex” and was told “not to make a fuss” when the massages had to be in his bedroom at Royal Lodge in Windsor.She says the sessions with Andrew took place almost weekly for two months, and claims he made a comment about her bottom, prompting her to swear at him over his remark. Speaking to the Sun, the sports therapist claims Andrew, 61, said “Hey nice a****.

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Valentine’s Day, avoid the expensive themed restaurant offerings and cook something special at home for your loved one. I’m not suggesting you go to a local farm and pick out a duck, but taking the time to work on a romantic menu says more than any novelty gift, or certainly flowers from the petrol station.Eating together is intimate and the dishes I’ve chosen here are designed for sharing.

Dan Walker quit Football Focus last April after 12 years as its lead presenter.The star went on to compete in Strictly Come Dancing later that year, whilst also juggling his presenting role at BBC Breakfast and hosting The NFL Show alongside fellow former Strictly contestant, Jason Bell. Former professional American Football player Jason Bell, 43, joined Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show today to discuss the upcoming Super Bowl 56, which will take place this Sunday. The Super Bowl is the USA’s biggest sporting event of the year, featuring a playoff championship game of the National Football League (NFL). Jason was a cornerback in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, and New York Giants. However, in recent years, the sports star has strapped on his dancing shoes to compete in BBC fan-favourite show Strictly. Jason competed in the series in 2020 alongside professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk, but was unfortunately second out of the competition after former Labour Party politician Jacqui Smith.Nonetheless, when quizzed by Zoe about Strictly, he gushed about his time on the show, admitting that he still likes to dance and that his young daughter is “infatuated” with it. Zoe then asked Jason if his pal Dan Walker, 44, had asked him for advice before entering the latest series of the show back in September, as the pair have both been presenting on the NFL Show together since November 2020. “He did ask me and I said, ‘Dan, you’ll be great on it,’ because I know Dan’s personality,” Jason confirmed.  “Dan is one of the best people I’ve ever met, he is just a nice human being.So I said, ‘This will be perfect for you.’“Dan steps up to challenges and that’s what you need to do when you get on Strictly.”The BBC

appointment as Everton manager is thought to have been 'vigorously opposed' by director of football Marcel Brands.Ex-Liverpool boss Benitez arrived at Finch Farm on Wednesday for his first day on the job after agreeing a three-year deal to succeed Carlo Ancelotti.But he walked straight into a boardroom controversy, as Brands was not there to welcome him.Benitez received a hearty welcome from Everton's owner Farhad Moshiri, who along with principal investor Alisher Usmanov was responsible for appointing the 61-year-old amid an angry backlash from fans.Brands was later said to be “isolating after a business trip” - but his name was absent from the statement welcoming Benitez, which was issued in mid afternoon.

Liverpool fans have mocked Everton after a video resurfaced showing a cheeky Rafael Benitez jibe towards his new club.A post-match interview after the two sides met in 2007 has circulated on social media in which the new Everton manager belittles his new club during his days as Liverpool boss.The Spaniard, 61, was announced manager of Everton today after weeks of speculation which saw major backlash by fans, with some even targeting Benitez by placing threatening banners near his home.And the video in question will not help ease tensions as their new boss clearly and plainly dubs Everton a ‘small club’.Benitez says in the interview: “Each team decides how they want to win points, you cannot say anything about this.

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Real Madrid are reportedly lining up a move for Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana as Raphael Varane edges closer to joining Manchester United.Los Blancos will be short at centre-half if and when Varane follows Sergio Ramos out of the Bernabeu exit door.Ramos brought his 16-year association with Madrid to an end earlier this month, and Varane looks set to join him at some point this summer.

Everton following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti - and has reportedly been 'offered' to a string of European clubs this summer.The Colombia international playmaker showed glimpses of his true quality after moving to Goodison Park last summer, managing six goals and five assists across 21 Premier League starts.Having missed five of their last six league fixtures as the Toffees slipped to 10th in the league table, he now looks set to find a new challenge as the club look for a new boss.Among the potential destinations are a return to Real Madrid, as well as links to each of La Liga champions Atletico Madrid as well as Napoli and AC Milan in Serie A.The Mail report that while Everton have have financial fair play concerns, Rodriguez is ready

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Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly interested in bringing striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin to the Bernabeu, making the English forward one of his first signings as Real Madrid manager.The Spanish giants are set to launch a bid of around £50m as Ancelotti plans to raid his old club, according to The Sun.The Italian has been bought in at the helm at Madrid as part of a rebuild that has also seen club legend Sergio Ramos depart.DCL is highly regarded by Ancelotti and will look to snap the Toffees star up to continue his form in Spain after leaving his post in Merseyside after less than a year and a half in charge.Calvert-Lewin netted 16 times in 33 games in the Premier League last season, boasting his best campaign in his senior career to

England football legend Michael Owen allegedly told a former reality star to send him 20 topless pictures - having previously urged her to fire across images that "leave nothing to the imagination."The Mirror are reporting that Owen, 41, sent hundreds of texts to ex-Big Brother contestant Rebecca Jane, 36.The Liverpool and Manchester United hero, who has spoken publicly about his life and marriage, is said to have included a string of explicit comments in his messages with Jane.His flirting with the mum-of-two will come as a major shock to fans who have become accustomed to the role-model image he sustained during and after his football career.In the exchange, Owen allegedly asked for nude pics after previously telling Jane to "leave

Big Brother housemate Rebecca Jane, 36 – including a string of explicit comments. BT Sport pundit Owen, a former Liverpool, Man United, Real Madrid and Newcastle striker, has spoken publicly about his life and marriage, written an autobiography and appeared in several TV adverts.

Everton are reportedly considering their next manager from a list of eight candidates following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti.Owner Farhad Moshiri was left stunned earlier this month after Ancelotti requested a sudden departure to former side Real Madrid, where he has taken over from Zinedine Zidane.The Toffees had been under the impression that Ancelotti had long-term aspirations at Merseyside but a shocking turn of events means they are now in pursuit of a sixth manager in only five years.While the three-time Champions League winning Italian is irreplaceable in some respects, Everton have several impressive candidates to choose from ahead of the new season.Ex-Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez, whose last Premier League stint was at Newcastle

Everton job as the Spaniard moved into pole position to replace Carlo Ancelotti last night.

Rafa Benitez is on the verge of becoming the next manager of their city rivals Everton. The experienced Spaniard has been itching to get back to the English Premier League and the chance to succeed Carlo Ancelotti appears to be too tempting to resist.

Everton have held further talks with Rafa Benitez as the battle to become the next Toffees boss takes another dramatic turn.The former manager of arch rivals Liverpool, Benitez, is in the running to take the reins at Goodison Park.He will face stiff competition from ex-Wolves gaffer Nuno Espirito Santo, who had looked set for an immediate return to the Premier League after departing the West Midlands side at the end of last season.The blue team from Merseyside are in need of a replacement for Carlo Ancelotti who left for La Liga giants Real Madrid at the start of June.Benitez would be the first man to manage both Liverpool and Everton.Reports emerged over the weekend that a deal was being finalised for Nuno Espirito Santo to take charge,