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    Brazil ‘to wear RED kit at 2026 World Cup as Michael Jordan deal sees traditional colours replaced’

    BRAZIL are set to wear RED for the first time in 106 years at the 2026 World Cup.The Seleaco’s second kid will also replace the traditional Nike logo with the iconic Jumpman logo of basketball legend Michael Jordan. Brazil’s home kit will still be golden yellowCredit: GettyThe Jordan Brazil 2026 away shirt will break away from tradition for the first time in 67 years, according to website leaks Footy Headlines.The exact shade of red and the full kit design have not yet been leaked, but early indications suggest a modern, vibrant red base.Brazil’s second jersey has been blue since the 1930s, but it became a staple base during the 1958 World Cup.The world’s most successful footballing country will, of course, stick to their iconic golden yellow strips for their main kit at the 2026 edition in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe collaboration comes after Brazil signed fresh terms with the Swoosh for another 12 years, taking their partnership into a fourth decade.The renewed partnership will continue to support both men’s and women’s national teams, including youth, Olympic, and futsal squads, and continue providing the teams with their uniforms. It combines Brazil’s iconic football legacy with Jordan’s streetwear and NBA culture influences, which Nike want to spread in South America.The Jordan Brazil 2026 away shirt will be available from March next year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSParis Saint-Germain previously partnered with Jordan’s Nike brand in 2020.And Jordan also released a special-edition Brazil jersey back in 2016.Argentina humiliate Brazil 4-1 with Emi Martinez even doing keepy ups in his own box in fiery World Cup qualifier The proposed red design was reportedly inspired by Brazil’s early football history, as the same colour was worn in the Copa America between 1917-1919.Although it hasn’t been used since, the colour red holds deep cultural significance in Brazil.The country’s name comes from the Pau-Brasil tree, known for its vibrant red dye, which played a central role in Brazil’s colonial past. More

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    Man Utd in huge double injury boost as Amad Diallo returns to training ahead of season-defining Athletic Bilbao clash

    AMAD DIALLO has given Manchester United a huge injury boost ahead of their crunch Europa League tie on Thursday. Ruben Amorim’s side are preparing to face Athletic Bilbao in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final. Amad Diallo was back on the pitch at Carrington on WednesdayCredit: ReutersBoss Ruben Amorim is looking to keep United’s season aliveCredit: ReutersDiallo has been out of action for the Red Devils since suffering an ankle injury in early February. But he returned to the Carrington training pitch on Wednesday as the squad prepares to jet to Bilbao.Diallo’s status for tomorrow’s match has not yet been confirmed. He could however feature this weekend as United take on Brentford in the Premier League. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd the 22-year-old – who has netted nine goals and contributed eight assists this season – should be fit for next week’s second leg at Old Trafford.Amad’s return to the squad will add a much-needed attacking boost to Amorim’s shot-shy team. He has reportedly recovered in “record time” after injuring his ankle ligaments against Leicester. Diallo had originally been expected to miss the remainder of the season following his diagnosis. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKMatthijs De Ligt also took part in the open training session after he suffered a muscle injury last month. The Dutchman has missed the last six games, with the Red Devils keeping just one clean sheet in that period. Gary Neville reveals fear with Liverpool to become most successful English team everClub captain Bruno Fernandes spoke out earlier this week and admitted winning the Europa League would not save United’s season.Amorim’s men are currently 14th in the Premier League with 10 wins from 34 games.Fernandes said: “I wouldn’t say it’s a reward.Man Utd player ratings vs BournemouthBy Katherine WalshMANCHESTER UNITED managed to secure a 1-1 draw against 10-man Bournemouth in the sixth minute of injury time.Rasmus Hojlund’s last-gasp equaliser leaves United 14th in the Prem, after Evanilson was sent off for serious foul play with 20 minutes to go.Man Utd target Antoine Semenyo fired the home side into the lead with a thunderbolt opener, after a calamity of mistakes while playing out from the back.Yet United somewhat responded well, mainly through Alejandro Garnacho’s flurry of chances.So was the Argentine the star player for Man Utd? Check out how the players rated.”I think it will just be successful in terms of the Europa League.”It’s very important to do that, to get the silverware this season. “But it won’t save anything.” More

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    Athletic Bilbao vs Man Utd: Get £50 in Europa League free bets with Betfred

    MANCHESTER UNITED are looking to take a step towards the Europa League final in Bilbao – with a good result in their semi final first leg at Bilbao!And brand new Betfred customers can claim a terrific £50 in free bets and bonuses when they sign-up and stake a tenner on the European showdown.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereBilbao vs Man Utd: Get £50 free bets HERE*How to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Bilbao vs Man Utd: Get £50 free bets HERE*New to Betfred? Then you can claim this incredible offer.Simply visit the Betfred website using this link HERE* and register a new account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Then you just need to deposit and stake £10 on any football market at odds of Evens or greater.When that first bet has settled — win or lose — Betfred will credit your account with the following free bets;3 x £10 to use on any Sportsbook Markets2 x £10 to use on Accumulators (4+ selections)Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*Betfred. New customers only. Register (excl 05/04/25), deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply. More

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    Athletic Bilbao vs Manchester United prediction: Free betting tips, odds, free bets and Europa League preview

    MANCHESTER UNITED could still save what has been a disastrous season.But their mettle will be tested in the semi final, with the first leg against Athletic Bilbao in Spain on Thursday.SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview their away leg 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 exclusivesAthletic Bilbao vs Manchester United previewFour remain in the Europa League and this looks a close tie between Bilbao and United.It might sound a little strange to say, with Bilbao flying high in fourth in La Liga and United three points clear of 17th in the Premier League.But for a long period now, this competition has been the number one priority for Ruben Amorim and his players.It very nearly ended in catastrophe in the last round when trailing 4-2 to 10-man Lyon at Old Trafford, before that stirring comeback that saw them score in minutes 120 and 121 to complete a remarkable turnaround to win 5-4.Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth – again a side who finished with 10 men – was a decent result and they’d have taken before the game but there was just a real lack of final third quality.If Bruno Fernandes doesn’t create anything, United don’t create anything.That Lyon victory came after the sides drew 2-2 in normal time, meaning United haven’t won any of their last seven games in 90 minutes in all competitions. A worrying stat.But they might well take heart in the knowledge Bilbao toiled against Rangers over two legs in the previous round and really didn’t look particularly special in either leg when winning 2-0 on aggregate.There’s immense pressure on Bilbao to make it through too, with the final being held at their stadium – where admittedly they do have a great unbeaten record of nine games currently.United would likely snap your hand off for a draw to bring back.First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 1-1 at 11/2 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Alex Berenguer 6/1 with talkSPORT BET – HEREAthletic Bilbao vs Man Utd latest oddsAthletic Bilbao at Evens 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*Athletic Bilbao vs Man Utd predictionsLeaderAs mentioned, Bruno Fernandes is by far and away United’s best player and their progression in the tie likely rests on his shoulders.Has very rarely let them down when needed most, it’s just a pity about some around him.Set piece taker and picks up great spots on the pitch. Have to book at the odds.Bruno Fernandes to score anytime at 16/5 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREStay in the tieUnited would bite your hand off to bring home any sort of result here.Europe seems to have brought the best out of them too and that Bilbao display against Rangers in the round before shows they’re maybe not what they’re cracked up to be.Having said that, it would be silly to assume United will suddenly turn up and put in a top away display but they can certainly avoid defeat.Draw and BTTS at 15/4 with William Hill – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). 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Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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    Sky Sports News ‘top reporters set to leave in channel transformation leaving staff shocked’

    SKY SPORTS NEWS are set for another staff shake-up, according to reports.Well-known presenters and reporters could leave the broadcaster.Sky Sports News are set to make cuts in a shake-upThe broadcaster aims to adapt to the changing demands of its audienceStaff have reportedly been left shocked by the news – the latest in a string of cuts made by Sky Sports News.According to the Daily Mail, insiders have insisted the redundancies are not a cost-cutting measure.Instead, the broadcaster is aiming to become “more agile and better equipped to serve audiences”.Sky are understood to be keen to ensure their departments keep up with changing behaviours of audiences.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the broadcaster will continue to prioritise breaking news content.It is believed well-established reporters and presenters will be included in the cuts.A Sky Sports News spokesperson said: “We’ve shared proposals with the Sky Sports News team to change how we’re structured, aimed at making us more agile and better equipped to serve audiences across TV, digital and social.”A small number of roles are impacted, and we are now entering a period of consultation with those colleagues.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSSky previously made notable cuts in 2023, with several Soccer Saturday reporters being made redundant including long-term servant Bianca Westwood and Jaydee Dyer.Martin Tyler and Geoff Shreeves also left, along with Guy Havord, Dickie Davis, Greg Whelan, and Lynsey Hooper.Sky expert reveals seven hidden tricks to boost your TV instantly More

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    David De Gea set to finally get long overdue Man Utd send-off with emotional Old Trafford return

    FORMER Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is set for an emotional return to Old Trafford.The Spaniard, 34, played over 400 times for the Red Devils between 2011 and 2023.David de Gea is set for a return to Old TraffordCredit: PAThe Fiorentina stopper spent more than a decade with the club but left in 2023Credit: GettyDe Gea won the Premier League, FA Cup and Europa League during his time in the North West.But he was unexpectedly released by the club almost two years ago, without fans being able to give him a proper goodbye.The 34-year-old could now be returning to the Theatre of Dreams in August. United will host De Gea’s club Fiorentina on Saturday, August 9 in a pre-season friendly. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe match will be boss Ruben Amorim’s last chance to get a look at his squad before the new season gets underway. A four-time Player of the Year, fans are delighted for the chance to see De Gea back on the Old Trafford pitch once again. One fan wrote on X with a crying emoji: “De Gea back at Old Trafford.”Another said: “Make it his testimonial.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKWhile a third added: “The greatest is back home.”And a fourth commented: “De Gea back to the theatre?? We will be there.” Ex-Man Utd star David De Gea shows he’s still got it and hints at transfer as fans say he ‘could have saved the Titanic’ Since De Gea’s departure, United have struggled to find a regular No1 to replace the Spaniard. Andre Onana was brought in for £43.8million from Inter Milan in the summer of 2023.But after a series of high-profile howlers this season, the Cameroonian international looks set to move on. De Gea took a year away from football before joining Fiorentina last summer.He has been in superb form this season in Serie A, helping the Italian side push for Europe. Man Utd player ratings vs BournemouthBy Katherine WalshMANCHESTER UNITED managed to secure a 1-1 draw against 10-man Bournemouth in the sixth minute of injury time.Rasmus Hojlund’s last-gasp equaliser leaves United 14th in the Prem, after Evanilson was sent off for serious foul play with 20 minutes to go.Man Utd target Antoine Semenyo fired the home side into the lead with a thunderbolt opener, after a calamity of mistakes while playing out from the back.Yet United somewhat responded well, mainly through Alejandro Garnacho’s flurry of chances.So was the Argentine the star player for Man Utd? Check out how the players rated.Speaking to La Repubblica about his time away from football, De Gea said: “I just wanted to take it easy for a while after playing at the highest levels for many years. “Perhaps, it was the best period of my life.Read More on The Sun”I could finally enjoy time with my family and friends whom I had seen little in the past 15 years. “I travelled between Madrid and Manchester, continuing to train my mind and body.” More

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    Ousmane Dembele ‘a doubt’ for second leg vs Arsenal with hamstring injury as PSG star gives health update

    OUSMANE DEMBELE has given a health update after his match-winning performance against Arsenal.The forward netted the decisive goal at the Emirates to hand Paris Saint-Germain the advantage in the Champions League semi-final.Ousmane Dembele picked up a knock against ArsenalCredit: RexThe forward will undergo tests on his hamstringCredit: ReutersHe netted the winning goal in the first leg against ArsenalCredit: PALuis Enrique claimed that the injury was ‘nothing serious’Credit: GettyDembele, 27, scored inside just four minutes into the first leg, leaving the Gunners with all the work to do next week.However, there was hope in the Arsenal camp that PSG could have been without their goalscorer.The former Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund ace was subbed off in the second half, with him suffering a potential injury.Manager Luis Enrique has admitted there are some doubts about whether he could be available for the clash in Paris, France.READ MORE ON SPORTHe said: “The medical tests will take place tomorrow [Wednesday].”It’s nothing serious, it’s rather light, but there is a doubt for the return match.”Enrique also suggested that if Dembele is absent, then he can rely on the rest of his team.He added: “We’re a real team. If Ousmane can play, that’s good. If he doesn’t, we’ll see a team.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSDembele was asked as he was boarding the PSG bus about the injury.The star insisted: “It’s going to be fine.”Wayne Rooney and Thierry Henry give their verdict on Arsenal’s defeat to PSGArsenal believed they had needed a crucial equaliser after half-time, but Mikel Merino’s header was ruled offside by VAR.They pushed to try and find an equaliser but were unable to level the tie before the full-time whistle.After the game, the North London side’s fans were slammed as “subdued” by Wayne Rooney.The Manchester United legend claimed that the supporters did not give enough to the players.He told Amazon Prime: “For Arsenal, I was a bit disappointed with how they played.”[I was] disappointed with the fans as well.”The fans against Real Madrid really pushed the team. I thought tonight they were a bit subdued.”The players need help, I thought the fans against Madrid were absolutely fantastic.”Read More on The SunArsenal will try to mount a comeback in the second leg of the semi-final next Wednesday.The match will take place at the Parc des Princes at 8pm.Arsenal ratings vs PSG as Raya saves keep Gunners in it and poor Odegaard subbed offARSENAL face an uphill battle next week.The Gunners suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in their all-important Champions League semi-final home leg.Ousmane Dembele stunned the Emirates Stadium into silence when his first-time shot hit the post and bounced over the line just three minutes into the match.After a nervous start, it took the Gunners around 20 minutes to settle.But when they did, the momentum began to swing in their favour.Just moments into the second half, Mikel Merino finally put the ball in the net – only for it to be chalked offside after a lengthy VAR check.And Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard forced worldy saves from Gianluigi Donnarumma.David Raya then produced stunning stop from Goncalo Ramos as the Gunners held on at 1-0.It’s not over – there is still at least 90 minutes to be played.But away from home, it will not be easy.Here’s how SunSport’s Jordan Davies rated Arsenal’s stars on the night… More

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    Erik ten Hag ‘lined up for return to management with Champions League club six months after Man Utd axe’

    ERIK TEN HAG has been shortlisted by a Champions League club six months after his acrimonious exit from Manchester United.Ten Hag, 55, was sacked in October after overseing United’s worst ever start to a Premier League season.Erik ten Hag could be set for a return to management after his Manchester United exitAlonso could be leaving Leverkusen for Real MadridCredit: GettyAccording to Kicker, however, the Dutch tactician could be participating in next season’s Champions League as he is a serious candidate for Bayer Leverkusen.Leverkusen may soon need to replace Xabi Alonso, a year after he led them to an undefeated domestic Double.The Spaniard is a favourite to replace departing Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti at the end of the season.And the same source claims Ten Hag, who used to work as manager of rivals Bayern Munich’s reserves, is on the reigning German champions’ list of candidates.Read More on Man UtdHowever, there have not yet been any concrete talks with the ex-Utrecht and Ajax boss, who led United to FA and Carabao Cup glory.Nevertheless, the Bundesliga giants have still gathered information on the Dutchman’s situation as they explore the market.But everything will depend on what Alonso chooses to do next.Threrefore, Leverkusen are waiting on the Spanish tactician’s final decision. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThis comes after Ten Hag hinted he may never return to management.He is currently enjoying some time off away from the spotlight of the dugout.And he confirmed in February that he’s keeping his options wide open when it comes to his next move.The ex-Man Utd boss would be open to a new project that “suits him” but is currently happy working away from football with his family. More