The Reds looked as though they were heading for a miserable defeat after Virgil van Dijk was sent off for a last-man challenge on Alexander Isak, whilst Anthony Gordon had also put the hosts ahead. Even before Van Dijk’s dismissal, Newcastle thought they were hard done by with Trent Alexander-Arnold also lucky to escape a red.

Following those two incidents, there were a number of exchanges between the two benches. Newcastle assistant manager Tindall in particular took aim at Klopp as he shushed the German by putting his finger to his lips.

Klopp was certainly not quiet come the final whistle though. Darwin Nunez stepped off the bench to secure three points for Liverpool with two late goals.

The Uruguayan’s double strike triggered wild celebrations in the visiting dugout. The exchange is just the latest in a series of digs between the pair over the last few weeks.

Klopp recently joked that Tindall would struggle with the Premier League ’s new rules of assistants not being able to stand at the front of the technical area. He said: “It’s like that in the Champions League anyway. I think it’s only a problem for one team: Newcastle. Sorry!”

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Howe responded to that jibe in his press conference ahead of Sunday’s showdown. He replied: “I wouldn’t say I laugh at the comments.

“Other people can have opinions. That’s fine. I’ve got no issue with that. You just sort of roll with it, let it go and just talk about my team.”

Whilst a number of furious exchanges took place between both benches, it wasn’t quite finished there . Klopp was forced to intervene as Van Dijk left the pitch and had some furious words for the fourth official.

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Referee John Brooks was also the target of a foul-mouthed rant from the Dutch defender. He was spotted saying “f***ing joke” as his red card was confirmed by VAR.

Liverpool and Klopp will now turn their attentions to extending their unbeaten start to the new season next weekend. The Reds welcome Aston Villa to Anfield next Sunday afternoon.

Meanwhile, Klopp will no doubt be looking forward to the return clash with Newcastle on Merseyside later this season. Anfield was the scene of some more furious exchanges last season vs Newcastle after Fabio Carvalho’s late winner. That match is scheduled to take place on December 30.

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Ezekiel Elliott didn’t hesitate when asked what excites him most about being a member of the New England Patriots. After seven largely successful years with the Cowboys, the two-time league rushing champion is hoping to get his career back on track with the Patriots, who signed him earlier this month. 

“Shoot, just going out and competing for a championship,” Elliott told the Patriots’ website. “It feels good. I’ve been at home for a while, so it feels good to get back to ball, getting out there on the field and playing the game that I love.”

That response wasn’t too surprising, but Elliott’s comments regarding his new coach, Bill Belichick, were. 

“He’s a great coach. He’s a funny guy,” Elliott said, via CLSN. “He demands excellence of this team, and he knows how to get it out of you.” 

The usually stoic Belichick has been known to reveal his personality from time to time. He recently shared it when he shared his admiration for Taylor Swift. 

Belichick might be sharing more of his humorous side, but the 71-year-old coach is by no means getting soft. Belichick’s non-nonsense approach, and his team’s tough-nosed reputation, were among the things that attracted Elliott to New England. New England’s commitment to the running game, Elliott said, was another reason why he wanted to sign with them. 

“This is definitely a team that wants to run the ball, wants to be balanced,” Elliott said. “It’s been great working with Rhamondre (Stevenson). He’s a back that has a similar running style as me, so I think we will be able to complement each other really well.”

Stevenson, who last year became the first Patriots running back to rush for over 1,000 yards since 2016, said similar things about Elliott, who rushed for 12 touchdowns for the Cowboys last season despite sharing a backfield with Tony Pollard. 

“I wouldn’t really compare us together,” Stevenson said, “but I feel like our game’s going to complement each other very well.”

Belichick was hesitant to offer specifics on Elliott’s role with the team shortly after the Patriots signed him. Elliott’s preparation, Belichick said, would determine when and how much Elliott will practice. Well, if practice is any indication of Elliott’s preparation, he was on the field and in the end zone during his second day with the Patriots, which happened to be a joint practice with the Packers. 

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“I was at home, but I was definitely working my tail off,” Elliott said. “I did one day of conditioning after I signed, and they put me right in there,” Elliott said when asked if he’s currently in football shape. “I feel good. I feel like I’m ready to play. I’ve been here what, a week to eight days, so I’m still getting in that playbook trying to know it the way I should, but I’m getting there.”

While it’s still early, all signs appear to indicate that Elliott is off to a good start with his new team. 

“When you look at my play style and the culture of this team, I think it’s a good match,” Elliott said. “I’m a good fit.” 

Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden dies aged 72 as bandmate David Coverdale pays tribute to ‘genuinely funny and gifted man’

Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden died aged 72 on August 24, it was announced on Friday. 

His bandmate and lead vocalist, David Coverdale shared the sad news to social media and paid tribute to the ‘genuinely funny and gifted man.’

David, 71, wrote: ‘Good Morning…I’ve just woken up to the awful news that my old friend and former Snake Bernie Marsden has passed. 

‘My sincere thoughts & prayers to his beloved family, friends & fans. A genuinely funny, gifted man, whom I was honored to know & share a stage with RIP, Bernie XXX’. 

Bernie was one of the founding members of Whitesnake, playing with the band from 1978 until 1982.  

Sad news: Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden died aged 72 on August 24, it was announced on Friday (pictured in 2018)

On stage: The musician was one of the founding members of Whitesnake, playing with the band from 1978 until 1982 (pictured in 1978)

He co-wrote some of the bands best known hits including Fool For Your Loving and Here I Go Again, the latter reached six million US radio plays in 2018. 

David later added: ‘Good morning, afternoon & good evening, wherever you are on this sad day…stay safe & well. 

‘Take good care out there…& know you are appreciated & loved… Bernie…once a Snake…always a Snake.

‘Meditation, prayers & reflection time, brothers & sisters of the Snake…a lot to reflect on today…love you all dearly…have the best day you can…XXX’

Bernie played on their first EP and first five albums as well as one live album: Snakebite, Trouble, Lovehunter, Ready And Willing, Live in The Heart Of The City, Come ‘An Get It and Saints And Sinners. 

After he left Whitesnake he formed Bernie Marsden’s SOS, before releasing two albums with Alaska and four with Moody Marsden Band. 

The musician teamed up again with David in 2014 to record a remake of Whitesnake song Trouble for David’s album Shine. 

Bernie has also enjoyed a very long and successful solo career, his last album Trios was released in 2022. 

Whitesnake: L-R Bassist Neil Murray, guitarist Bernie Marsden, singer David Coverdale, guitarist Micky Moody, drummer David Dowle and keyboard player Jon Lord in 1978

Tribute: David, 71, wrote: ‘Good Morning…I’ve just woken up to the awful news that my old friend and former Snake Bernie Marsden has passed’

Upset: ‘Take good care out there…& know you are appreciated & loved… Bernie…once a Snake…always a Snake,’ he added

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Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden dies aged 72 as bandmate David Coverdale pays tribute to ‘genuinely funny and gifted man’