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BBC News
7 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
'The anti-hero who struck terror into defenders'
Every club has had a hard man - often adored by fans - but who is the ultimate tough operator in Everton's history? Chief football writer Phil McNulty is going through his top five on this page on second spot (scroll down to the post below for third place, and to 08:33 BST for fourth and fifth)...Duncan Ferguson'Big Dunc', the idol of Goodison Park, was the anti-hero Everton fans needed and loved when he arrived, initially on loan, from Rangers in late had the ability to strike terror into defenders, with then manager Joe Royle recalling his first match in charge being illuminated by the Scot, who was fired up after a foul by Liverpool's Neil Ruddock. He subsequently terrorised Liverpool's defence, something he made a habit of throughout his Everton career, by scoring his first goal for the club in a 2-0 took any liberties with Ferguson, with even some of the game's hardest figures making it their business not to cross him. Paul Ince, then Liverpool captain, was virtually picked up and thrown to the floor in another Merseyside derby at Anfield, "The Guv'nor" responding by gently ruffling Ferguson's hair in a friendly approach often edged into ill-discipline, with eight red cards in the Premier League - but there was also great ability to go with the fierce physical of course, Ferguson's reputation spread off the field. He served time in the notorious Barlinnie jail, and has told the story of how two burglars made the error of breaking into his house in the early hours while he was there with his family – and how they came off will top McNulty's list? Come back later on Wednesday to find out and have your say.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Soccer-Former England and Man Utd midfielder Ince charged with drink-driving
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Championship - Norwich City v Reading - Carrow Road, Norwich, Britain - December 30, 2022, Reading manager Paul Ince applauds fans after the match Action Images/Matthew Childs/File Photo (Reuters) -Former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul Ince has been charged with drink-driving, police said on Monday. Ince, who earned 53 caps for England and won two Premier League titles during his six years at United, has been released on bail and will appear in court on July 18. "The incident involved a black Range Rover which had collided with the central reservation barrier. Officers attended the scene and arrested a 57-year-old man," the Cheshire police said in a statement. "Paul Ince, of Quarry Road, Neston, has since been charged with drink-driving." Reuters has contacted Ince's representative for comment. After retiring as a player, Ince led Milton Keynes Dons to a League Two title in 2007-08. He most recently managed Reading during 2022-23. (Reporting by Chiranjit Ojha in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter Rutherford and Christian Radnedge)
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Straits Times
Former England and Man Utd midfielder Ince charged with drink-driving
Former England and Man Utd midfielder Ince charged with drink-driving Former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul Ince has been charged with drink-driving, police said on Monday. Ince, who earned 53 caps for England and won two Premier League titles during his six years at United, has been released on bail and will appear in court on July 18. "The incident involved a black Range Rover which had collided with the central reservation barrier. Officers attended the scene and arrested a 57-year-old man," the Cheshire police said in a statement. "Paul Ince, of Quarry Road, Neston, has since been charged with drink-driving." Reuters has contacted Ince's representative for comment. After retiring as a player, Ince led Milton Keynes Dons to a League Two title in 2007-08. He most recently managed Reading during 2022-23. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
2 days ago
- Reuters
Former England and Man Utd midfielder Ince charged with drink-driving
June 30 (Reuters) - Former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul Ince has been charged with drink-driving, police said on Monday. Ince, who earned 53 caps for England and won two Premier League titles during his six years at United, has been released on bail and will appear in court on July 18. "The incident involved a black Range Rover which had collided with the central reservation barrier. Officers attended the scene and arrested a 57-year-old man," the Cheshire police said in a statement. "Paul Ince, of Quarry Road, Neston, has since been charged with drink-driving." Reuters has contacted Ince's representative for comment. After retiring as a player, Ince led Milton Keynes Dons to a League Two title in 2007-08. He most recently managed Reading during 2022-23.
CNA
2 days ago
- CNA
Former England and Man Utd midfielder Ince charged with drink-driving
Former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul Ince has been charged with drink-driving, police said on Monday. Ince, who earned 53 caps for England and won two Premier League titles during his six years at United, has been released on bail and will appear in court on July 18. "The incident involved a black Range Rover which had collided with the central reservation barrier. Officers attended the scene and arrested a 57-year-old man," the Cheshire police said in a statement. "Paul Ince, of Quarry Road, Neston, has since been charged with drink-driving." Reuters has contacted Ince's representative for comment. After retiring as a player, Ince led Milton Keynes Dons to a League Two title in 2007-08. He most recently managed Reading during 2022-23.
