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    Bayern Munich vs Celtic prediction: Free betting tips, odds and Champions League preview for second leg

    BAYERN MUNICH have a 2-1 lead over Celtic heading into their Champions League play-off second leg on Tuesday.So SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview the European showdown and select the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesBayern Munich vs Celtic previewDefeat at Parkhead makes the task of progression to the round of 16 almost impossible for Celtic.Even victory might not have been enough last week, given Bayern’s ability to blow sides away at home.The Hoops defended well for the majority of the night before conceding to a stunning Michael Olise strike on the stroke of half time. A lapse in concentration allowed Harry Kane to add a second just minutes into the second half.The tie has been just about kept alive by Daizen Maeda’s goal with 10 minutes to go.Brendan Rodgers might want to take notice of Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen, who held Bayern to a goalless draw on Saturday and restricted them to NO shots of any description in the first half for the first time in decades and not a single shot on target in 90 minutes for only the second league match in 20 years.Might it be the perfect time to play them? Time will tell. Celts registered 21 efforts at goal beating Dundee United 3-0 at Celtic Park on Saturday, while being able to rest a couple of their key players in the process.William Hill make them 28/1 to progress and Bayern 1/100. So fair to say them progressing is quite a stretch.First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 4-1 at 11/1 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Michael Olise 13/2 with talkSPORT BET – HEREBayern Munich vs Celtic latest oddsBayern Munich at 2/13 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Bayern Munich vs Celtic predictions and tipsBlow away earlyThis tie could be put to bed early doors, with Bayern having the ability to blow Celtic away in the first half.They HAVE to respond to the poor attacking showing from Saturday and actually had five shots – with two on target – in the opening 45 minutes last Wednesday.Celtic will be trying to keep the tie alive in the early exchanges but that might prove tough.Ol or nothingMichael Olise scored the opening goal in the first leg and is one of the standouts to perform here.That was his first goal since mid-January but can be the attacking force down their right.Michael Olise shot on target in each half at 23/10 – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. 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    I helped build F1 car driver tragically died in – I wasn’t prepared for that and it broke me, says Drive to Survive star

    F1 ENGINEER Calum Nicholas says he was left “broken” by the death of Jules Bianchi after his Japanese Grand Prix crash.The Red Bull engineer worked with the French F1 driver at Marussia as a mechanic back in 2011 – his first job in the paddock. Calum Nicholas has helped Max Verstappen win the last four drivers’ championships at Red BullCredit: GettyNicholas worked at Marussia with Jules Bianchi at the time of his Japanese Grand Prix crash in 2014Credit: PA:Press AssociationDuring the 2014 Japanese GP, Bianchi lost control of his Marussia and clashed with a recovery vehicle.The weather conditions in Japan at the time were treacherous and delayed the race from getting underway.Following the collision, Bianchi suffered a diffuse axonal injury which is caused by severe damage to the head.Bianchi spent nine months in a coma before tragically passing away in 2015.READ MORE F1He was the first F1 driver to die from injuries that occurred during a Grand Prix since Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna.Safety in the sport has come on leaps and bounds since then, with the introduction of the halo and clearer communication when a recovery vehicle is used. That hasn’t helped Nicholas shake Bianchi’s death from his memory though.Nicholas collected the wreckage of the car from the FIA garage and broke down in tears.Most read in MotorsportIn his book, Life in the Pitlane, he writes: “I was not in any way prepared, at the age of 24, to have been responsible for building a car that somebody later died in.“Regardless of the cause of the crash not being a mechanical fault, the guilt of having been one of the mechanics responsible for that car broke me for a little while.”’I’m not myself, please forgive me’ – Shaken F1 legend Eddie Jordan, 76, apologises live on radio after cancer treatmentSince leaving Marussia at the end of that season Nicholas has become a familiar face on Netflix’s hit show Drive to Survive as a key engineer in Max Verstappen’s pit crew.As part of the Red Bull driver’s team, Nicholas has helped propel Verstappen to four straight F1 world titles.The Brit has also worked with Lewis Hamilton on the Hamilton Comission, a research project into diversity in motorsport conducted by the seven-time world champion. Nicholas was a part of the Marussia team when Bianchi crashedCredit: Getty More

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    ‘Both teams have the same problem’ says Arsene Wenger as Arsenal legend tears into old rivals Tottenham and Man Utd

    ARSENE WENGER has urged Manchester United and Tottenham fans to brace themselves amid a turbulent period for both sides.The two clubs have endured a torrid time in the Premier League this season.Arsene Wenger has claimed Man Utd and Tottenham both need a complete rebuildCredit: SplashTottenham clinched a 1-0 win over United on SundayCredit: GettyIt left the Red Devils 15th in the Premier League tableCredit: ReutersBoth sit in the bottom half of the table, with Spurs in 12th as a result of their 1-0 win over United on Sunday.Meanwhile, the Red Devils are struggling down in 15th – just two points above West Ham.Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was left shocked at the state of the two clubs after the matchHe even suggested that both needed to be completely rebuilt in order to see any improvement.Read More in FootballWenger told beIN Sports: “You will not find many happy fans on either side.”When you say it’s a very important game, I would say that it’s not a very important game for the table because they are out of everything. “It’s important for pride and to find peace with your fans because both teams cost over a billion pounds.”Both teams have the same problem: to find good players to rebuild their team.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”The whole team has to be rebuilt at Tottenham and at Man United as well – that will not be easy for either side.”Man Utd have accumulated the highest net spend in the Premier League over the last six years with £810million.Gary Neville says he’s seen ‘nothing’ from Man Utd under Ruben Amorim Meanwhile, Tottenham have the third-highest with £576m.But despite the astronomical numbers, United have only won the Carabao Cup and the FA Cup during that time while Spurs remain trophy-less.Man Utd ratings v SpursMANCHESTER UNITED slipped to a 12th defeat in the Premier League with Rasmus Hojlund coming under fire again.Here’s how SunSport’s Katherine Walsh rated the Manchester United players against an underachieving Spurs side – who are now three places above them in 12th – in North London.Andre Onana – 3United can’t do anything with him between the sticks. Can’t be trusted to collect anything.His opposite number Vicario showed him a thing or two after returning for the first time since Spurs thrashed Man City in November.At fault for the first goal when he palmed out a relatively weak bouncing shot into Maddison’s path in the 13th minute.Noussair Mazraoui – 5An OK performance. Clever link-up play with Zirkzee but couldn’t get hold of Spence down the left-hand side.Pulled out an excellent cross for the Dutchman’s headed chance late-on.Matthijs de Ligt – 6His clearance stopped an obvious 2-0 before the half-an-hour mark.Harry Maguire – 5A mixed bag. Long ball over the top for Hojlund’s chance in opening 10 minutes and went on a few attacking runs himself in the first half.Did well to stop Dejan Kulusevski from having a go at the edge of the box. But bizarrely stopped in his tracks when a cross came flying into Son later on.Diogo Dalot – 6A difficult afternoon for the Portugal international as Son and Djed Spence left him for dead a few times.Hesitated when asked to shoot from five yards to make it 1-0 but helped Onana out with some clearances too.Patrick Dorgu – 4A Prem debut to forget. He was almost invisible from the left-hand side. And lacked quality when asked to get involved more in the second half.Was stupidly caught offside with Bruno Fernandes offloading a stunning cross pitch pass and booked late-on.Casemiro – 5Looked every bit a player that hasn’t played Premier League football for two months. Unsurprisingly booked for a late one on Son.Bizarrely dropped to the turf asking for a free-kick when nobody touched him. Was forced to play 89 minutes with eight teenagers on the bench. A difficult afternoon, indeed.Bruno Fernandes – 5Interceptions and breaking up play is not a part of the captain’s game. An uncharacteristically poor cross left United open on the counter.Did get back to stop Son from having a shot at Onana on the hour mark and started ticking in attack in the final 20 minutes.Alejandro Garnacho – 4Looked shaky and cut a frustrated figure after blazing over an absolute SITTER from 10 yards to level the scores.A bit of a shocker and looked a completely different player to the one who got United into the fifth-round of the FA Cup last week.Woke up a bit in the second half as Vicario kept him at bay with several superb stops. But the 20-year-old is clearly better off the bench.Joshua Zirkzee – 6The best of a desperately poor front three. There’s a street player in there and he’s great with his touches at times.But curled wide from 23 yards, stuck a header wide in the 70th minute and kicked an air shot in the final five minutes.Rasmus Hojlund – 3Is Hojlund the worst No 9 in United’s recent history?The young Dane, who was unlucky to have a chance saved by Vicario, was second best in every loose ball and kept losing possession.He was even caught offside after a pass from an Onana goal-kick in the first half – how often do you see that happen? More

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    Disgraceful moment vicious brawl breaks out between non-league footballer and OWN supporters as investigation launched

    THIS is the shocking moment a brawl erupted between non-league players and their own fans.In a video that has gone viral on social media, Minehead AFC stars trudge off the pitch after losing 2-1 at home to Stockwood Green in the Somerset County Football League.A brawl broke out as the players headed into the dressing roomOne player was attacked by an angry mobThe hosts had just conceded a late goal and were carrying equipment back to the dressing rooms when they were confronted by a group of their own fans.Words appeared to be exchanged before a fight suddenly kicked off.After initial pushes, punches were then thrown before one player was left grappling with five supporters while another headed inside holding corner flags.They continued to leather him with blows as more fans swarmed the scene.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe player eventually wriggled away and headed into the changing rooms.Those involved in the scrap were held back by others before the door was rapidly closed to stop the angry mob getting inside.A man then shouted through the glass: “You stay away. You stay away.”Minehead’s goalkeeper then appeared and seemingly tried to calm the situation.Most read in FootballThe non-league club released a statement on social media that read: “We are fully aware and disappointed by the incident that happened at the club yesterday afternoon.”This is being investigated and the relevant authorities are involved.Watch under-10s footie match descend into CHAOS as parents storm pitch in brawl ‘after bust up between lads’”As this is an active investigation, no further comments will be made from us during this time.”Avon and Somerset Police are also aware of the fight but have refused to comment further. More

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    ‘Why orange?’ ask fans as Erling Haaland celebrates signing mega £500k-a-week contract by buying £200k Porsche 911 GT3

    MANCHESTER CITY superstar Erling Haaland celebrated his new mega deal by buying a new Porsche.Haaland, 24, put pen to paper on an eye-watering ten-year contract with City two months ago worth a staggering £500,000 per week.Manchester City star Erling Haaland bought a new PorscheCredit: TIKTOKHaaland purchased a new orange Porsche 911 GT3Credit: TIKTOKHaaland signed an astronomical ten-year contract with Man CityCredit: TIKTOKHaaland also bought a multi-million pound Cheshire mansionCredit: TIKTOKThat means the star striker’s total earnings across the deal will be around £260million, or £26m a year.Any release clause from the Norway international’s previous deal has been removed, so it would take an astronomical bid to lure him away from the Etihad.Haaland has already started enjoying the new cash flow by buying a multi-million pound Cheshire mansion in January.But the ex-Borussia Dortmund star was also spotted leaving City’s training ground with an orange Porsche 911 GT3, which is worth over £200,000.Read More on FootballFans were left in awe by the sports car as they took to social media, with some poking some fun with a friendly tongue-in-cheek statement.One fan wondered: “Why orange?”Another commented: “GOAT Haaland.”A third wrote: “That new salary is hitting.”Most read in FootballThis fan said: “Haaland knows cars.”And that one stated: “How did he fit in that GT3?”Erling Haaland talks about his contract extension at Man City to 2034 Haaland has stood out for Man City this season, despite the team’s struggles, with a total of 27 goals and three assists in 35 appearances.He was taken off in the 4-0 win over Newcastle on Saturday but should be fit to face Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday.Haaland continues to stand out for Man City this seasonCredit: Getty More

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    Chelsea owners ‘happy’ with Enzo Maresca even if they miss Champions League after ‘worst performance of season’

    ENZO MARESCA has the backing of the Chelsea board – despite an alarming post-Christmas slump. The Blues put in a miserable display on Friday night as they were beaten 3-0 by Brighton.Enzo Maresca endured a tough night as Chelsea were soundly beaten by BrightonCredit: AFPChelsea co-owner Todd Boehly is reportedly pleased with the Italian’s leadershipCredit: AlamyChelsea failed to muster a single shot on target as they slumped to a third loss in four games. Maresca’s side looked to be embroiled in an unlikely title race just two months ago. But a severe slide since the turn of the year has seen them take just 12 points from a possible 30. And they continue to show a persistent form of travel sickness, with no away win since December 8. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLA frustrated Maresca called the Brighton debacle the “worst performance” since he arrived in the summer.He added: “This is the worst moment since I arrived but we are still there and we need to finish in the best way.”According to The Athletic, Chelsea’s board are still “happy” with how Maresca has performed this season. It comes despite some discontent among the fanbase, with the away end at Brighton noticeably emptying before the final whistle on Friday.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe report adds that Maresca was not expected to achieve Champions League football in his first season. Chelsea slipped back to sixth after results over the weekend and face an uphill task to finish in the top four.’Pressure shouldn’t be on the coach’ – Gary Neville slams Chelsea board for ‘unforgivable’ mistakeMaresca’s job is not said to be under threat, despite chants of “We want our Chelsea back” heard from travelling faithful at the Amex.The Italian also called on his team to summon the team spirit they showed in abundance earlier this season. He continued: “We need all of them, in this moment, to be more positive.”Because this is a moment where we need to stick together and try to finish in the best way.”Chelsea ratings vs BrightonHOW SunSport’s ISABELLE BARKER rated Chelsea flops as the Blues failed to muster a single shot on target in a 3-0 loss to Brighton,FILIP JORGENSEN 5 Jorgensen wasn’t all to blame for letting in the three goals, particularly Kaoru Mitoma’s wonder strike. But Chelsea fans will be thinking ‘be careful what you wish for’ with Rob Sanchez not looking so bad anymore. MALO GUSTO 6 Gusto stood his ground well at times with Mitoma one-on-one for some of Chelsea’s better defending in the match. LEVI COLWILL 5When Colwill lost the ball under minimal pressure and stayed on the ground, making no attempt to recover his position it summed up his game. Twice in two matches he’s given goals away for being weak.TREVOH CHALOBAH 5 The centre-back flapped about when marking Mitoma for the opener. MARC CUCURELLA 5 Struggled to keep Yankuba Minteh in check and was fully sat down by the Gambia winger for Brighton’s third goal – much to the pleasure of the booing home fans. MOISES CAICEDO 7Caicedo was jeered by chants of “what a waste of money”.But he has been one of the Blues’ only bright sparks for the last six months and, even today, he was Maresca’s best player.ENZO FERNANDEZ 6 The Chelsea skipper was unlucky not to have nabbed an equaliser after rising above Joel Veltman on 36 minutes to head home – but he fouled the Dutchman in the build up. Looked sluggish in other areas of the game though. NONI MADUEKE 5 Had little influence as he was substituted off on 20 minutes due to a hamstring injury. The Blues are running out of forwards with him joining Nicolas Jackson and Marc Guiu on the injured list.COLE PALMER 5Palmer was reeling throughout both halves, constantly throwing his hands up in frustration at the lack of service from his teammates.He blazed well over, when he did have a shot and the Blues didn’t have a single effort on target. PEDRO NETO 5 It was not clear what Neto’s purpose was on the pitch, he only really looked good at sprinting and still couldn’t beat Tariq Lamptey in a 1v1. CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU 5 Nkunku did a very good job at jogging around and not doing a lot. Blues would probably rather see Jackson starting if he wasn’t also out injured. SUBSJADON SANCHO 5 Sancho looks as though he is doing what he did at Manchester United, starting well but going off the boil. In his last 11 games across all competitions, he has nabbed just one assist. KIERNAN DEWSBURY-HALL 6REECE JAMES 6 TYRIQUE GEORGE 6Maresca has had to operate with a depleted squad, as Nicolas Jackson and Marc Guiu recently joined a crowded injury room. The Blues face a tough trip to Aston Villa this weekend.READ MORE SUN STORIESMaresca added: “We are in a moment when we feel we can concede easily and struggle to score. “There are many things we can do better. Now is the moment we need to stick together.” More

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    BBC viewers spot bonkers MOTD editing blunder as Tyrone Mings is in two places at once

    BBC viewers have spotted a bonkers Match of the Day editing blunder during the highlights of Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town.The Villans came from behind to earn a point against the relegation-threatened Tractor Boys.Tyrone Mings was subbed on against Ipswich Town in the 16th minuteCredit: BBCHe could be seen at the top of the pitch in the 28th minuteCredit: BBCBut then appeared on the bench behind Unai Emery moments laterCredit: BBCLiam Delap netted the opening goal in the 56th minute before Ollie Watkins equalised for the hosts.The biggest drama of the match was Axel Tuanzebe being sent off for Ipswich.The defender was handed his marching orders in the 40th minute after getting his second yellow card.However, the MOTD highlights showed his first offence in which he tripped Morgan Rodgers in the 28th minute.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe camera showed his booking and then panned to Aston Villa manager Unai Emery.In the moment Tyrone Mings could be seen sitting behind the Spaniard.The issue with the shot is that Mings had been subbed onto the pitch 12 minutes earlier in place of Boubacar Kamara.This put the defender in amind-boggling two places at once.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSViewers spotted the gaffe in the editing and reacted on social media.One posted: “I saw that when I was watching it and thought I was going mad.”Fans left shocked by Tyrone Mings’ body transformation after ACL injury led to severe leg muscle wastageA second wrote: “Poor editing.”A third commented: “Yeah I was so confused!!”A fourth said: “Lool, that’s gotta be embarrassing. Everything is dramatised these days.”A fifth joked: “Would’ve been funnier if we saw Mings on the pitch directly before showing the bench.”Another added: “Good spot from you but it’s not that big of a deal.”SunSport has approached the BBC for comment.Marcus Rashford impressed yet again in his new colours after joining on loan from Manchester United in January.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was his free-kick that hammered the woodwork and bounced into the path of Watkins to net the leveller.SunSport has exclusively reported that the forward is still hoping to complete a switch to Barcelona in the summer. More

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    Chloe Kelly recalled to Lionesses after Beth Mead withdraws due to injury before Women’s Nations League games

    CHLOE KELLY has been recalled for England duty ahead of their Women’s Nations League duels with Portugal and Spain. The winger, who is on loan at Arsenal from Manchester City will replace crocked forward Beth Mead.Chloe Kelly is replacing injured club team-mate Beth Mead in England’s squadCredit: PAThe forward’s return to the Lionesses comes a day after her first WSL appearance for Arsenal since joining them on loan in JanuaryCredit: GettyMead was on the bench during Arsenal’s WSL North London derby defeat of Tottenham on January 16Credit: GettyKelly’s swift return to the Lionesses’ fold comes a day after she made her second debut for the Gunners. Arsenal, who are currently third in the WSL, trounced Tottenham 5-0 in the North London derby on Sunday. So far this term Kelly has made one start in the women’s top-tier in seven top-flight appearances.The lack of game time led to the forward issuing a public statement concerning her wish to be “in a position to give it her best shot” to represent her country. Read More Football Stories The statement was later followed by the 48-capped Lioness sealing a transfer deadline day loan move to the Gunners in January. Kelly was initially left out of Sarina Wiegman’s 24-strong England squad before their matches against Portugal this Friday and Spain on February 26. The WSL player’s return to the Lionesses followed her coming on as a second-half substitute for the Gunners. And she hit the crossbar with a shot during their defeat of Spurs at the Emirates. Most read in FootballAside from Mead, Lotte Wubben-Moy will also be absent from England’s camp this month with the centre-back withdrawing due to injury. Arsenal boss Renee Slegers says the Gunners ace sustained a minor muscle which is due to be scanned today. Villa defender Lucy Parker has been called up for England following a muscle injury sustained by Lotte Wubben-MoyCredit: GettyAston Villa defender Lucy Parker has been named as a replacement for Wubben-Moy in Wiegman’s squad.The group will be heading to Portugal this week ahead of a clash with Francisco Neto’s side at 7:45pm this Friday. They will then face World Cup winners Spain at Wembley at 8:00pm next Wednesday. More