AHEAD OF THE GAME: UEFA's ban on celebrating with family members on the pitch if Liverpool wins the Champions League has enraged Liverpool... Richard Arnold, the chairman of Manchester United, has increased protection at his residence following past attacks on Ed Woodward.
UEFA has made it illegal for players to celebrate with their family on the field.
Liverpool players are said to be enraged by UEFA's tough stance.
Richard Arnold, the chief executive of Manchester United, has beefed up security at his residence.This comes after previous attacks on his predecessor Ed Woodward's property.
This weekend will see the Champions League final and two play-off finals, bringing the domestic football season to a finish.
While other clubs are already planning for next season, it promises to be an exciting couple of days full of highs and lows.
Matt Hughes of Sportsmail brings you the latest from the world of football...
On Saturday, the Champions League final will be held between Liverpool and Real Madrid.
Liverpool's players are displeased with UEFA's decision to prohibit them from celebrating with their families on the pitch if they win the Champions League final.
Despite it becoming customary for players' children to come on to the pitch in a variety of sports, UEFA informed Sportsmail that the ban at the Stade de France was due to'security reasons.'
Following their final home game of the season against Wolves last Sunday, the players' families accompanied them on a lap of appreciation at Anfield, and it had been hoped that they would be able to celebrate together if they won the third trophy of a successful season in Paris.
To add to the players' dissatisfaction, Liverpool's family ticket allocation is significantly lower than Real Madrid's. Because the club is determined to make as many tickets accessible to fans as possible, the Liverpool family entourage has been set at 382 for all players and staff.Real's players have been given the option of purchasing up to 25 tickets.
If Liverpool wins the Champions League, they will not be allowed to celebrate with their family on the pitch.
After their final league game against Wolves, a number of players were accompanied by family members.
SCREEN TEST FOR THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
When UEFA puts the TV rights for the restructured Champions League up to bidding next month, the shape of the UK broadcast market should become clearer.
The 2024-2027 auction will be the first to cover the expanded competition, which will include 36 teams competing in a 'Swiss system' of one league table, with each side having eight rather than six group matches and the top 16 qualifying for the first knockout stage.
The UK rights have been held by BT Sport since 2015, and the channel's new owners, Discovery, are keen to keep them.
Sky has cut other sports content in recent years in order to cement their role as the home of football, so they will almost certainly bid, while UEFA is hoping Amazon will make a serious offer after broadcasting the Champions League in Germany this season.
The Premier League will be waiting with bated breath, hoping for a positive outcome.
SECURITY DRIVE OF THE UNITED CHIEF
Since becoming Manchester United's chief executive in February, Richard Arnold has increased security at his Cheshire home. On multiple instances, former executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward was subjected to startling fan attacks at his residence.
While Arnold has not received the same amount of criticism, the 51-year-old is aware that if the club's difficulties persist next season, he may become a target.
Several United players, including Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard, and Victor Lindelof, have been burglarized in recent months, in addition to the danger from enraged fans. This week, Arnold asked disgruntled United supporters to quit protesting and rally behind new manager Erik ten Hag.
Richard Arnold, the chief executive of Manchester United, has beefed up his protection at his residence.BURNLEY BLIGHTS BANNER STUNT
Burnley's search for additional investment has been hampered by the controversial 'White Lives Matter' banner that fans arranged to fly over the Etihad Stadium during a Premier League game two years ago.
After being approached about buying into the club, several potential American investors are said to have mentioned the banner, implying that Burnley is still suffering reputational damage as a result of the incident, particularly in the United States, the birthplace of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Burnley were quick to condemn the poster and threaten those involved with life bans, with captain Ben Mee expressing his humiliation and embarrassment at the prank.
Back in 2020, Burnley flew a 'White Lives Matter' banner over the Etihad Stadium.
NORWICH HAS NO PSYCHODRAMA
Norwich City have sought to employ a senior performance psychologist following a poor season in which they won just five Premier League games and were demoted from the top tier.
Given Dean Smith's side fell 16 points short of safety, the winning candidate will have their work cut out for them as they try to enhance morale and performance throughout the final months of the season.
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