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    Man Utd flop Antony gets straight red card for moment of madness in Real Betis clash… after sublime first half assist

    ANTONY went from Real Betis hero to zero after a moment of madness against Getafe.The on-loan Brazilian, 24, notched up another assist as Betis beat the hosts 2-1 on Sunday. Antony has bagged another assist for Real BetisCredit: GettyThe on-loan Manchester United forward broke away after beating two men for paceAntony took his team down the field before cutting inside onto his left footThe Brazilian found Isco in the box, who bundled into the bottom cornerAntony’s day took a turn after he was sent off late in the contestCredit: GettyHe was given his marching orders for a late, reckless lunge on Juan IglesiasAntony joined the Spanish side last month on loan from the Red Devils. The £85million flop infamously left Old Trafford after clocking up more yellow cards than goals over the past three seasons. But he looks like a player reborn under Manuel Pelligrini at Betis. Antony has netted three times since heading to Spain on loan, bagging three Player of the Match awards in the process. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd he turned provider for pal Isco during Sunday’s contest at Getafe’s Coliseum.Antony picked up the ball well inside his own half, beating two men for pace as he burst forward.The Brazilian cut back onto his left foot, before finding Isco in the box with a perfect pass.Former Real Madrid star Isco did the rest, giving Antony his second assist since leaving Old Trafford.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne Man Utd fan raged: “This is getting out of hand, Antony is actually cooking in La Liga.”Another said: “Antony deserves an apology. My man is on fire. POTM for sure atm.”Antony leaves Man Utd with more yellow cards than goals as £86m Ten Hag flop goes down as one of worst transfers everWhile a third claimed: “Something must be in the waters in Old Trafford.”And a fourth joked: “Love the look of this Antony, we should sign him!”But the tide turned against the Brazilian in the second half, despite Betis doubling their lead through Isco. Getafe halved the deficit through Borja Mayoral and pushed for a late equaliser. Antony lost out in a foot race with Juan Iglesias in the 94th minute.And he recklessly decided to leap into a wild tackle from behind, scything down the 26-year-old Spaniard. Antony was shown a straight red – and will now miss the visit of Real Madrid on March 1. Man Utd ratings vs EvertonMANCHESTER UNITED fought back from two goals down to draw against Everton at Goodison ParkThe Red Devils were slammed as “embarrassing” by Rio Ferdinand after failing 2-0 down in the first half.But they fought back late on thanks to a stunning Bruno Fernandes free-kick and volley from Manuel Ugarte, who bagged his first goal since his summer arrival from PSG.Amorim’s men were then lucky to escape a penalty in the final moments after VAR overturned the decision.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence has given his ratings of the Manchester United team…Andre Onana – 7United needed him with his game-head on, and his 93rd-minute stop saved a point.Noussair Mazraoui 69′ – 4Looked seriously uncomfortable on the right side of the back three – forced there because of a defensive injury crisisHarry Maguire – 4Out-jumped by Doucoure as the midfielder grabbed Everton’s second and was generally all over the place.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Nowhere for Beto’s opener, completely missing attempted clearance and got away with a 93rd-minute penalty call.Diogo Dalot – 5At least shows willing. Which is more than could be said for some of his team mates at Goodison.Manuel Ugarte – 7Spent most of the game stranded in United’s midfield morass but salvation came with a brilliant strike.Casemiro 62′ – 2The Brazilian is beginning to look like the world’s oldest 32-year-old —he’s become a genuine irrelevance.Patrick Dorgu – 6Made a determined start down the left flank but that enthusiasm was slowly but surely sucked out of him.Bruno Fernandes – 8His free kick was genuine class and once he was dropped deeper started controlling the game.Joshua Zirkzee – 4At £36.5M you would expect an element of ball control but the Dutchman used as a joint No 10 just looks lost.Rasmus Hojlund 69′ – 3Not so much a desperate Dane, more a despairing one although it would help if he had some support.Subs:Alejandro Garnacho 62′ – 7Injected some desperately needed pace and passion. Leny Yoro 69′ – 6Should have been on much earlier.Chido Obi-Martin 69′ – 5The 17-year-old has a presence for sure.The winger now has more goals and assists for Betis in six games than he managed in his last 41 for United.The 24-year-old appears to have immediately settled in Spain.And he puts his success down to being happy, suggesting he feels more calm and at ease in Betis.Antony told AS: “I’ve had a great time in Manchester too, I won two titles and I’m very grateful.“But when I say that I’ve found myself here, I’m happy, the people are like us in Brazil. The sun helps a lot.“I’m very happy here. I wake up every day with a smile and that’s very important.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I have a lot of friends who played here and they left me very calm so that I could sign here. “I was sure in my heart that coming here was the best decision for me. I hope to continue like this.” More

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    Daniel Sturridge makes embarrassing blunder live on Sky Sports during Man City vs Liverpool as presenter corrects him

    DANIEL STURRIDGE made an embarrassing gaffe on pundit duty for Sky Sports.The former Man City and Liverpool star was on duty at the Etihad for Super Sunday, as his ex-clubs faced off against each other.Daniel Sturridge made an embarrassing blunder on Sky SportsSturridge called on City to introduce Haaland into the game who wasn’t even fit to playCredit: GettyCity trailed at the break 2-0, as presenter David Jones asked if he could see them getting back into the game.He said: “They’ve been prying away and giving themselves opportunities.”But when they’re getting crosses in the box, there’s not that presence in the box to get on the end of it.”So, we might end up seeing Haaland at some stage in the game.”Read more football news Norwegian hotshot Erling Haaland – who Sturridge referred to – was deemed unfit to be included in City’s squad before the clash.That prompted Sky Sports presenter David Jones to interrupt.Jones said: “Not Haaland today because he’s, of course, missing. But maybe there might be one or two options they can turn to.”Fans online couldn’t help but notice Sturridge’s mistake.Most read in FootballOne wrote on X: “Sturridge had a stinker there.”Daniel Sturridge suffers wardrobe malfunction live on Sky Sports during Chelsea’s defeat to Man City A second posted: “Sturridge has just been embarrassed there.”While a third added: “Someone give Daniel Sturridge a team sheet.”Sturridge is used to getting some attention on punditry duty for Sky Sports.On his debut in 2023, he showed his flamboyant side by singing an initiation song alongside Micah Richards and Roy Keane.While back in August last year, he suffered a wardrobe malfunction when one of the buttons on a shirt had broken.Without Haaland, Man City struggled to find the net in a one-sided contest.The Reds took the lead in the 14th minute through Mo Salah.Dominik Szoboszlai scored Liverpool’s second before half-time to give the away side a comfortable lead.Liverpool’s win has given them an 11 point lead at the top, following second-placed Arsenal’s defeat to West Ham on Saturday.Meanwhile, fellow Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher continued his row with Pep Guardiola over Erling Haaland’s absense.Jamie Carragher continued his row with Pep Guardiola over Haaland’s fitnessCredit: GettyMidweek, Carragher joked Haaland was suffering with “Rudigeritis” while working as a pundit on CBS Sports.When asked about the comments, Guardiola said: “Oh, God. Did he say that? Jamie Carragher said that? Oh God. Don’t laugh. I don’t know why he makes that suspicious, you know that?”Did he say that Haaland didn’t want to play the game? It’s not nice — and it’s not true.“He was crazy to play the game but had a problem with his knee and could not play.”Carragher responded on social media by clarifying the comment was a joke made at the expense of fellow pundit and ex-Man City star Micah Richards.During Sky Sports Super Sunday, Carragher was asked again about the comments.Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool and Erling Haaland come togetherCredit: GettyThe 47-year-old said while smirking: “Listen that illness may have carried over and could be Van Dijkitis.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter a few jokes among the panel, including presenter Jones, Micah Richards, Sturridge and Keane, Carragher added: “Listen there’s no doubt, I think I said in this fixture at Anfield, I think [Virgil] Van Dijk has the edge in terms of being slightly better in his position than Haaland is.”But that is a brilliant match up.” More

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    ‘Scandalous’ – Roberto De Zerbi vows to NEVER manage in France again after Marseille chief declared Ligue 1 is ‘rigged’

    MARSEILLE boss Roberto De Zerbi has been left so furious with Ligue 1 referees that he vowed to never manage in France again.De Zerbi, 45, saw his team lose 3-0 to Auxerre on Saturday at Stade de l’Abbe Deschamps.Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi has been left furious with Ligue 1 refereesCredit: RexDe Zerbi is so angry that he vowed to never manage in France againCredit: AFPL’OM were fuming at full-time as they were very unhapy with the red card at Derek Cornelius, who was booked twice.The ex-Brighton manager was so incensed that he described the officiating as “scandalous” when he spoke to the media after the final whistle.The Italian tactician claims he has had enough and will never work in France again once he leaves Marseille, where his contract runs out in 2027.De Zerbi told Telefoot: “I’m Italian, and after OM I’m not going to coach in France again. Read More on Football”There’s a problem in the French championship, if French people are happy with this level of decision making, then good for them. “But today it was scandalous. The referee was not in a serene position to referee this match because of all the controversy surrounding him.”Marseille raised concerns with the board of arbitration of referees before the match following the appointment of Jeremy Stinat as the match official.Stinat was the fourth official when the French giants were eliminated from the Cup against Lille last month.Most read in FootballThat was when sporting director Medhi Benatia was handed a three-month suspension for incidents on the touchline.According to La Provence, Marseille president Pablo Longoria also “flew into a fit of rage” in front of journalists after the match.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey gives verdict on Everton’s overturned penalty against Man UtdLongoria alleged that everything was “organised” against his team and it all started in the build-up to the match with Leonardo Balerdi’s booking, which led to his suspension for the game at Auxerre.The Spanish football executive was also angry about a penalty he claims should have been awarded to Quentin Merlin as well as Cornelius’ red card.The club chief went as far as to urge the reporters to quote him saying the league is “corrupt” as well as “rigged” and he would happily join the European Super League rebels if they approached him.Longoria reportedly shouted: “This is corruption! I’ve never seen anything like it. You can write it down: Pablo Longoria says it’s corruption. “Everything has been organised since the third yellow given to Balerdi. It’s planned, it’s rigged. “There’s a penalty on Merlin, four European referees have told me so by message, and the most scandalous thing is the red card to Cornelius.“This is a s***** championship, If the Super League comes to see us, we’ll go right away.” More

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    Man City 0 Liverpool 2: Reds make easy work of Pep Guardiola’s crumbling side to go 11 points clear at top of table

    THE transfer of power is complete at the top of the Premier League.After Arne Slot’s champions-elect inflicted another emphatic defeat on Pep Guardiola’s fallen four-in-a-row kings, we can officially stop pretending that there is any sort of title race this season.Mo Salah and Domink Szoboszlai scored the goals as Liverpool beat Man CityCredit: GettySalah scored his 25th Prem goal of the seasonCredit: AFPSzoboszlai played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s victoryCredit: AFPMan City were outplayed for the second time this weekCredit: PAAn injured Haaland looked dejected as his watched on from the standsCredit: Sky SportsLiverpool are walking alone at the top of the table, 11 points clear of an Arsenal side who don’t have a fit centre-forward and have precious little discipline.The Reds are the best team in England by a country mile, as they proved by winning a league match at the Etihad for the first time in a decade.Mo Salah netted with a deflected strike from a genius corner-kick routine and then teed up Dominik Szoboslai for a 2-0 half-time lead as City were handed a painful lesson in ruthless efficiency by the runaway leaders.Liverpool are rarely thrilling but they are impressive in their clarity of thought, the speed of their attacks and the surgical nature of their finishing.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCity dominated the ball but never looked like winning.It was their 14th defeat in all competitions since the end of October.Liverpool are unbeaten in the Premier League during that time, during which their only meaningful defeat was when Slot sent out the reserves at Plymouth in the FA Cup.The gulf between these clubs – for so long England’s top two – is vast.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSCity, who were outclassed by Real Madrid as they exited the Champions League in midweek, cannot even give elite clubs a proper game at present.Liverpool’s coronation had been almost confirmed by Jarrod Bowen’s winner for West Ham at Arsenal yesterday. ‘The miss I can accept, but what is harder to accept…’ Arne Slot slams ‘behaviour’ of Liverpool star Darwin NunezYet City had never previously lost a home league game to Liverpool under Guardiola.For all the brilliance of the matches, and the intensity of the rivalry between his side and Jurgen Klopp’s Reds, there was never a Premier League away win, in front of a crowd, for either side.For City, there was no Erling Haaland, while Ruben Dias, Ilkay Gundogan and Bernardo Silva were all resting after their hiding at the Bernabeu.Kevin De Bruyne returned but the Belgian simply embodies City’s sudden, incomprehensible decline.Guardiola employed Phil Foden as a makeshift centre forward and it was ‘false nines’ all round with Slot opting to play Curtis Jones through the middle, leaving Darwin Nunez, Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota on the bench.On paper, that appeared to be an unlikely show of respect towards Guardiola’s bullet-ridden troops.It turned out to be nothing of the sort.It only took 14 minutes for the league leaders to go in front with that beautifully-choreographed corner routine.After a Lewis blunder, Luis Diaz won the set-piece with a shot turned around the near post by Ederson.Alexis Mac Allister delivered it low to Dominik Szoboszlai, who had peeled away from the near post into space and cut back neatly for Salah to score with a shot which took a heavy deflection off Nathan Ake.Arsenal have a mural of their set-piece coach. Perhaps Liverpool will soon have one too.Slot’s side hadn’t looked convincing before that. Doku was frequently twisting Trent Alexander-Arnold inside out, yet while City dominated possession there was no end product.The champions netted on the half-hour but while Omar Marmoush had finished smartly, in off the far post, he had been in a comfortably offside position.Soon it was 2-0, Alexander-Arnold’s lofted pass releasing Salah, who darted forward and squared for Szoboszlai to ping his shot past a frozen Ederson – one of many City players who look gone at all levels.The sound of jubilant, crowing Scousers pounded the eardrums of every City fan and of the nation at large.And it was the last kick of the first half which summed up City’s implosion perfectly – a shot from the once-great De Bruyne which sailed over the corner flag.After the break, De Bruyne attempted a sliding tackle on Szoboszlai, missed, and careered into Guardiola in his technical area.Liverpool thought they had gone three-up when Ryan Graveberch’s visionary pass released Szoboszlai who squared for Jones to tap in – only for VAR to deem the Hungarian offside by a toenail, when he had been level by any previous understanding.Technology punishing a brilliant move and rewarding lazy defending.Instantly, City woke up and Marmoush’s fierce shot forced a first meaningful save from Alisson.READ MORE SUN STORIESNext, Diaz cut inside and had a powerful effort brilliantly saved by a fully-stretched Ederson.De Bruyne was hauled off in place of James McAtee but by then Liverpool were home and hosed. 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    David Beckham gives Serena Williams’ daughter Olympia a moment she’ll never forget at Inter Miami’s opening MLS game

    THE STARS were in the house to watch Inter Miami open their Major League Soccer season at the Chase Stadium.Lionel Messi registered a late assist to rescue a point for Inter in a 2-2 draw against New York City with a number of huge stars in the house.Inter Miami owner David Beckham welcomed Serena Williams and her daughter to the Chase StadiumCredit: GettyBeckham was seen conversing with Williams’ seven-year-old daughter, OlympiaCredit: Instagram @intermiamicfChief among them was tennis legend Serena Williams.Williams, 43, was joined by her daughter, Olympia.Franchise owner David Beckham embraced Williams in a hug pitchside as he welcomed her to the stadium.In videos shared to social media by both the MLS and Inter Miami Instagram accounts, which were reposted to Williams’ story, Beckham was then seen speaking to Olympia.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOlympia has followed in her mother’s footsteps by taking up a keen interest in sports.She is often seen cheering her mum on at sporting events.But Olympia is also active alongside her 23-time grand slam winning mum, and even has her own set of gym equipment in the family’s home gym.She is said to be a lover of ballet, football and virtual reality gaming.Most read in FootballHowever, Olympia is yet to find that same love for tennis.Williams admitted in an interview with PEOPLE magazine: “That’s a little disappointing for me, but she’s actually really good at it.Stephen A. Smith slams Serena Williams over Super Bowl halftime show cameo and makes marriage split comparison “So we are trying to figure out a way to get her to play a little bit.”Olympia is already a co-owner in two sports teams as well, having shares to her name in both women’s football team Angel City FC and the Los Angeles Golf Club.Other celebs in attendance included ex-Manchester United star Paul Pogba, who is currently serving a reduced 18-month doping ban – making him eligible to return to professional football in March.Paul Pogba was seen in attendance alongside WilliamsCredit: Instagram/@davidbeckhamWhat do David Beckham’s tattoos mean?HandsStarting with the hands, and David Beckham has the word “Love” inked across the top of his left hand, with a swallow on either side.This is joined by the numbers 723, a combination of the shirts he famously wore for Manchester United and later Real Madrid.On his little finger, he has the year he was married.Becks also has a small female-stick figure designed by his daughter Harper.The devoted husband has “Posh” tattooed on a finger as a nod to wife Victoria Beckham’s Spice Girls nickname.ArmsBecks has two sleeve tattoos on both his arms with the centrepieces paying tribute to his marriage to Victoria.The most famous of his body art comes in the shape of her name along the inside of his forearm, which is inked in Sanskrit.Both Posh and Becks have Hebrew tattoos, which they got to celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary.The matching tatts translate to, “I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine”.Meanwhile, Becks also has a separate rose inking on his left arm to mark the couple’s tenth anniversary.NeckOne of Beckham’s most famous tattoos is on his neck, which is a gothic style cross and wings.It is symbolic of to his religion and acts as a protective guardian of his son Romeo, whose name is tattooed just below the angel wings.Beckham also has the name of his daughter, Harper, on the side of his neck.This was later updated to include the words “Pretty Lady”, to mark her fourth birthday.BackBeckham’s back tattoos serve as tribute to his sons.He has angel wings at the top as a sign of protection for them.Becks has both his eldest on Brooklyn, and his youngest son Cruz’s names inked across his back.BodyBeckham has a large chest tattoo that is an image of himself as Jesus, with three cherubs representing his sons, Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz.The footy ace also has a vertical tattoo down his left side in Chinese symbols – this translates as “Death and life have determined appointments”.Paying homage to his father, he has an inking of a ship at full mast – which is identical to the same one his dad has. More

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    Why Real Madrid may have no choice but to sell Vinicius Jr with Brazilian set to become billionaire ‘overnight’

    REAL MADRID might have no choice but to sell superstar Vinicius Junior to Saudi Arabia.Vinicius has been offered a lucrative five-year deal worth a staggering total of €1billion – which works out at £832million.Real Madrid may have no choice but to sell Vinicius JrReal would never be able to match the Saudis’ bid for ViniciusVinicius, 24, has a contract with Real until 2027 and club president Florentino Perez can’t afford to let him go for nothing.Madrid already benefitted from swooping Kylian Mbappe for no transfer fee from PSG.With the Saudi’s not letting up on their pursuit of Vinicius, Madrid would surely receive a world-record fee.In fact, Madrid’s share of the deal is believed to be around £237.5million, according to The Times.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThat would be reasonable profit on a player bought for roughly £37million at the age of 18. In that time, Vinícius has helped win two Champions League titles and three domestic titles among 13 trophies for Real in all. Prising the Brazilian star away from them in his prime would be a huge statement of intent.Vinicius could depart in the most incredible transfer in football history with in excess of €1billion being paid by Saudi Arabia.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSNo club has been named but there are four leading sides – Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, and Al-Shabab.The Saudi Pro League shares out imported talent as a way of keeping the league competitive.Vinicius Jr wins Fifa The Best award after Ballon d’Or controversy while Man Utd ace Garnacho also bags top prizeAs of now, Madrid do not want to sell.Yet those close to the club suspect it will happen as they fear losing him for nothing in two years time, according to The Times.And Vinicius would be open to becoming the first overnight billionaire footballer.Despite starring for Madrid, the Bernabeu outfit have proved that their next superstar is never far away.Summer signing Mbappe was the star of Wednesday night’s heroics as the Frenchman bagged a stunning hat-trick in Madrid’s 3-1 demolition of Manchester City in the Champions League.Vinicius’ book of grievances include the abhorrent racism he has often faced in LaLiga and missing out on the Ballon d’Or to City midfielder Rodri in the summer.He will still have the World Cup with Brazil as his global showcase.Meanwhile, Saudi once lured players eyeing retirement savings, like N’Golo Kante and Roberto Firmino.Manchester United had hopes of sending Casemiro there too in order to get his £350,00-a-week wages off the bill.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the Middle Eastern nation’s recruitment plans have shifted towards young, current stars, with a promising football future.Their big January recruit was the explosive Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, 21, who joined for £70million. More

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    Bruno Fernandes ‘involved in half-time bust-up with Everton legend’ before inspiring Man Utd comeback

    BRUNO FERNANDES was involved in a bust-up with former Everton star Derek Mountfield at half-time on Saturday, according to reports.The Manchester United captain sparked his side’s comeback as he fired a free-kick past Jordan Pickford.Bruno Fernandes clashed with former Everton defender Derek MountfieldCredit: ReutersMountfield reportedly mimed elbowing Man Utd stars as they left the tunnelCredit: GettyThat came after his fallout with Mountfield over what appeared to be a bit of playful banter.According to The Telegraph Mountfield jokingly mimed elbowing the United stars as they left the tunnel to re-enter the pitch after half-time.But Fernandes took exception and exchanged some fiery words with the former defender, who was at Goodison being announced as an ‘Everton Giant’.Fernandes’ half-time frustration was understandable as his team trailed 2-0 following a dreadful first-half performance.READ MORE ON MAN UTDShambolic defending led to Beto’s opener and the Red Devils were carved open again in the build-up to Abdoulaye Doucoure’s goal.They offered nothing in attack and appeared to be drifting towards yet another defeat when Fernandes fired in from 25 yards.Manuel Ugarte scored a second to rescue a point.Rio Ferdinand slammed United’s first-half display, saying: “I’m sitting here and I don’t know if I have seen a United team this bad. It has been embarrassing in all different facets of the game.Most read in Football“Yes, we can talk about quality, you talk about talent, but one thing which is unforgivable is a lack of desire.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“There’s instances in this game where Man Utd need to look at this Everton team and take examples from it. It’s embarrassing to sit here and watch it.“We said they were going to have to come out and roll their sleeves up, because Everton would come out fighting.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey gives verdict on Everton’s overturned penalty against Man Utd“Man Utd haven’t done that. They’ve been pressed, they’ve been harried. They haven’t been able to deal with the press at all.“They have chance after chance to clear the ball. Zero conviction, no-one taking over the situation.“You’ve got to fight. You don’t come to Everton at this place, whatever form they’re in, and think you can roll them over easily. Man Utd have not understood that assignment from the first whistle.“I hope [Amorim] went absolutely ballistic at the players. They were out-run, out-fought, out-jumped, every single department of the game. They were second best.” More

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    Philippe Clement set to be SACKED by Rangers with Ibrox chiefs on verge of dismissing under-fire Belgian boss

    PHILIPPE CLEMENT is on the brink of being sacked by Rangers.SunSport understands Ibrox chiefs are on the verge of axing the Belgian following the 2-0 home defeat to St Mirren.Philippe Clement is on the brink of being sacked by RangersCredit: GettyRangers CEO Patrick Stewart watched on at Ibrox on SaturdayCredit: PAClement, 50, has been in charge of the since October 2023, when he was named Michael Beale’s successor.But the Belgian looks set to be relieved of his duties having won just one League Cup during his tenure – with a caretaker boss named for this midweek’s league clash with Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.The shock Scottish Cup exit to Championship Queen’s Park pushed Clement towards the exit door.But the club’s hierarchy refused to fire him while they were engaged in take-over discussions with potential US investors and a Europa League clash ahead.Yesterday’s defeat to Stephen Robinson’s Buddies, however, looks certain to prove the final straw after angry fans vented their fury after the final whistle.Clement was eager to battle on in the job.But asked about his future following the latest defeat – which has Gers 13 points behind rivals Celtic – he said: “Those are things the board needs to decide. “In the end, I believe these players want to do the right things.Most read in Football“I believe I can get results with these players. “But I am also very disappointed with what we showed today – and I am responsible for that.Rangers star Cyriel Dessers responds to questions on Philippe Clement’s future as he empathises with raging fans“Today was by far not the performance that we have seen in the past. “It was by far the worst performance from my time here.“It’s terribly disappointing, because we were so nervous on the ball and in the duels, in everything.“I don’t know where it’s coming from. “That’s my frustration and it’s also my responsibility to put a team on the pitch with the right mindset.“I didn’t see this one coming, this nervousness, everyone below par, almost all game.“Those are things the board needs to decide. I believe I can get results with these players.“But I am also very disappointed with what we showed today — and I am responsible for that.”Philippe Clementspeaking after 2-0 defeat to St Mirren“There were a few better spells, but by far we were not what Rangers should be.“I saw the team drifting apart in islands. “That’s not been the case in the past, when we’ve had difficult moments and gone behind we have reacted as a team.“Today, it was reacting one on one and not as a team. “Then we don’t play the football we need to play and it’s a bad performance “Leadership is an important one, but leadership is also a collective one.READ MORE SUN STORIES“In the first place it’s my responsibility.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More