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GK Barry's comments involving Tottenham Hotspur resulted in an apology being made

GK Barry's disparaging statement towards Tottenham Hotspur saw the club receive an apology from the Women's Super League.

The popular internet personality - who is set to feature on Michael McIntyre's The Wheel on BBC One on Saturday alongside the likes of Chris McCausland, Gabby Logan and Iain Stirling - caused controversy last year when conducting the Women's League Cup quarter-final and semi-final draw.

The 26-year-old, real name Grace Keeling, performed the live draw alongside her partner, Portsmouth attacking midfielder Ella Rutherford, with it being shown on WSL Football's TikTok page. However, her behaviour plunged her in hot water after making several crude jokes, including a comment about Tottenham.

An apology from the WSL was given to the north London side following the problematic draw. She also pulled a ball out of the bag, only to drop it back in by accident, then removed it once again to be used as part of the official draw.

When pulling out a ball with Tottenham's name on it, Grace asked the viewers: "What do we think of Tottenham?" The comment was in reference to an anti-Spurs chant sung by Arsenal supporters.

An adjudicator was present at the draw and stated that the ball she took out for a second time - which revealed the home side in the first semi-final - was the same ball she dropped.

WSL Football later confirmed that if it wasn't the same number, her gaffe would have resulted in the draw being restarted. She has become a staple of reality television in the UK and appeared on I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! in 2024.

That same year she joined Loose Women, becoming the youngest regular panellist in the ITV show's 25-year history. Following the WSL drama, she received backing from her Loose Women co-star Denise Welch on Instagram.

Replying to a clip about the backlash she and her partner received, Welch commented: "For goodness sake!!! Don't book Grace then!!!

"It's exactly what she does. She's never going to be a regular football pundit!! It's like booking Alan Carr and complaining he was too camp!!!"

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Wales boss Bellamy has confirmed interest in persuading the Spurs youngster to switch allegiances

Craig Bellamy says he was disappointed to see interest in Tottenham Hotspur's dual-qualified midfielder Ashley Phillips leaked in the press ahead of his latest squad announcement.

News emerged earlier this month that Wales were looking persuading the 20-year-old, who qualifies through his mother, to switch international allegiances from England.

Phillips, who is currently on loan with Championship side Stoke City, recently represented England at under-21 level and is also eligible to represent Nigeria.

Bellamy confirmed he is a player they are hoping to bring on board, but was clearly not impressed at seeing their interest reported in the media.

"We always look at dual-nationalities," Bellamy said.

"It's been so good for us over a number of years. I'm so, so disappointed it's got out again. It doesn't help us. Trust me.

"I'm the one that has to ring the coaches up. I'm the one who has to ring Stoke up and apologise.

"It doesn't do us any service at all. So please, if you [the press] do find a leak somewhere, please speak to me first.

"Because you give less chance us less chance of getting this type of player. It's something for down the road. It's not for now.

"But we're always active on it. We have to be. If there are players of quality and they have a chance to play for Wales, we have to be.

"So that's for another time on here."

Phillips wasn't included in Bellamy's latest 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup play-offs, which start with a semi-final clash against Bosnia at the Cardiff City Stadium on March 26.

Chris Mepham, Kieffer Moore and Ben Davies have all been ruled out due to injury, with midfielder Aaron Ramsey also absent.

Ramsey have been without a club since leaving Mexican side Pumas, and his international future now looks to be uncertain, with Bellamy tight-lipped on what may not come next.

"He hasn't played competitive football in seven months. He's not at a club," said Bellamy.

"Maybe I do, maybe I don't," he added when asked if he knew about Ramsey's next potential chapter.

"It [Ramsey's future] is not really for me to talk about. It's a situation I'm sure which will resolve itself."

The Tottenham defender on loan at Stoke is being pursued by Craig Bellamy ahead of crucial World Cup play-off matches

Wales are attempting to convince Tottenham defender Ashley Phillips to change his international allegiance from England.

Born in Salford, Phillips, whose mother is Welsh, represented Wales at under-16 level before playing for England across various age groups.

Phillips started his career at Blackburn Rovers before moving to Tottenham in August 2023. Despite being named on the first-team bench eight times during the following season, he has yet to make his debut for Spurs.

The 20-year-old is currently on loan at Stoke City, where he has made more than 70 appearances over two stints with the Championship side.

Despite being part of the England U21 squad in November and also being eligible to play for Nigeria, it's understood that Wales have reached out to the centre-back, hoping to persuade him of a promising future with them.

Wales are set to compete in World Cup play-off matches this month, facing Bosnia and Herzegovina in a semi-final in Cardiff on March 26.

The victors will then host either Italy or Northern Ireland on March 31, with the outcome determining a spot in this summer's World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

Manager Craig Bellamy will announce his play-off squad on March 17 and, should Phillips accept Wales' invitation, he would be included.

Wales are dealing with injury concerns in defence, with captain Ben Davies sidelined after fracturing his ankle in January.

The Champions League Round of 16 gets underway this week with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Man City, Newcastle and Tottenham all to play.

The UEFA Champions League is down to its last 16 and there are some must-watch ties on the way this week. Six English teams are flying the flag for the Premier League, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur still in play.

Arsenal ended the League Phase at the top of the table, three points clear of second place Bayern Munich. Spurs will be one to watch as the troubled side go into the round of 16 sitting just one point above the Premier League relegation zone.

Newcastle were the only team forced to decide their fate in the play-offs and pulled off a sensational display over two legs. Eddie Howe’s men demolished Qarabag 9-3 on aggregate to book their place in the next round.

Almost every Round of 16 game will be shown live on TNT Sports and discovery+, including Galatasaray vs Liverpool and Atlético Madrid vs Spurs on Tuesday, plus Bayer Leverkusen vs Arsenal, Real Madrid vs Man City and PSG vs Chelsea on Wednesday. Fans can stream these games with a £30.99 rolling monthly subscription via the discovery+ app or Prime Video’s TNT Sports channel.

Amazon’s Prime Video holds the exclusive broadcast rights to the top-pick Tuesday fixture, with Newcastle vs Barcelona the chosen game this week. This means Magpies fans can stream the game for free with an Amazon Prime subscription or a 30-day free trial.

Here’s the full TV schedule for the Champions League Round of 16:

Tuesday, March 10

Wednesday, March 11

This week's Premier League fixtures could prove decisive at both ends of the table as Man City look to close the gap at the top and Spurs fight to avoid relegation

The Premier League returns for another round of midweek games that could prove decisive at both ends of the table. There are six games to be played across March 4-5 and they’re all airing live on one channel.

The results could have huge implications come the end of May, especially for those fighting to avoid relegation. On Thursday, Tottenham Hotspur host Crystal Palace in a must-win fixture where anything less than a win could see them drop closer to the bottom three.

Spurs are on a run of 10 Premier League games without a win, with their only victories this year both coming in the Champions League. New boss Igor Tudor failed to lead his team to victory in their 2-1 loss to Fulham and their 4-1 defeat to Arsenal.

This week, every Premier League fixture will be shown live on TNT Sports and discovery+, which fans can access on Prime Video’s TNT Sports channel or the discovery+ app with a TNT Sports subscription. This costs £30.99 on a rolling monthly basis and also includes all the FA Cup fifth round games across March 6-9.

The channel will also broadcast the upcoming Champions League and Europa League games, including Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal (March 10), PSG vs Chelsea (March 11) and Real Madrid vs Man City (March 10). However, it will not show Newcastle vs Barcelona on March 10, as Amazon’s Prime Video holds the exclusive rights for this game.

Here’s every Premier League game airing on TNT Sports this week:

Wednesday, March 4

Fulham vs West Ham– 7.30pm KO

Aston Villa vs Chelsea – 7.30pm KO

Man City vs Nottingham Forest – 7.30pm KO

Brighton vs Arsenal – 7.30pm KO

Newcastle vs Man United – 8.15pm KO

Thursday, March 5

Spurs host Newcastle in the Premier League in north London this evening

Tottenham and Newcastle United meet tonight in a Premier League clash that carries significant pressure for both managers.

Thomas Frank’s Spurs and Eddie Howe’s Magpies are both searching for momentum after difficult runs, with scrutiny intensifying on either side.

Spurs managed to rescue a point against Manchester City last week but slipped back into defeat at Manchester United on Saturday.

That result has left them looking nervously over their shoulder, with teams below them beginning to pick up form.

Newcastle’s weekend proved equally frustrating as Brentford struck late to claim victory at St James’ Park.

The Magpies sit 12th in the table and are in need of a response, with Howe insisting he remains the right man to lead the club forward.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of the game.

What time is Tottenham vs Newcastle United kick-off?

The match kicks off at 7.30pm on Tuesday, February 10, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London.

It is one of several Premier League fixtures being played across the country this evening.

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Is Tottenham vs Newcastle United on TV?

Yes. The game will be shown live in the UK on TNT Sports 3.

Coverage begins at 7pm, half an hour before kick-off.

Tottenham vs Newcastle United

Subscribers can watch via the Discovery+ app or website, meaning the match can be streamed on smartphones, tablets and laptops.

Tottenham vs Newcastle United

Spurs are without Cristian Romero, who serves a three-match suspension. Destiny Udogie has joined the injury list with a thigh problem, adding to Frank’s concerns.

There is some positive news, however, with Djed Spence pushing to return from a calf injury.

Lewis Miley faces a late fitness test as he battles to recover from a knee issue.

Joelinton, Emil Krafth and Anthony Gordon are all doubts, while Fabian Schar and Tino Livramento remain sidelined with longer-term injuries.

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