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    ‘Just like Rodri…’ – Man City fans fear Erling Haaland could miss SEASON after nasty-looking knee injury vs Newcastle

    MANCHESTER CITY fans fear Erling Haaland could miss the rest of the season after he sustained a a nasty-looking knee injury against Newcastle.The striker – who was handed the captain’s armband for the day – was forced off the field just minutes before the end of City’s 4-0 win at the Etihad.Erling Haaland suffered a knee injury towards the end of Man City’s win over NewcastleCredit: ReutersFans fear Haaland could miss the rest of the seasonCredit: PAA 15-minute hat-trick from January signing Omar Marmoush set Pep Guardiola’s men on their way to victory.And a late fourth from sub James McAtee ensured City bounced back from their midweek European defeat to Real Madrid in style.But the champs didn’t have things all their own way.With just moments left of the game, Haaland collapsed to the ground clutching his knee in agony.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe forward looked to be in discomfort as medics checked him over.And City decided not to take any further risks as they hauled him off the field.Haaland then made his way to the bench with a pained expression on his face.City doctors will now examine the hitman ahead of tough games against Real Madrid and Liverpool.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans immediately feared the worst, having already lost Rodri to an ACL setback.One said: “Haaland jammed his knee just like Rodri did.”Man City fans demand relegation after footage of supporter getting haircut at Real Madrid clash emerges Another declared: “We need Haaland for Real.”One noted: “I hope he is OK.”Another added: “Let’s hope it’s not serious.”Thankfully Guardiola played down concerns of a lengthy absence.The City boss said: “When he was down, everyone was scared. But he got up and walked smiling like always.”I didn’t speak to him or the doctors – but the doctors didn’t come with bad news – so hopefully he is fine.”Maybe it’s not as bad as it could be.” More

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    Man City 4 Newcastle 0: Omar Marmoush scores devastating 14-minute hat-trick as hosts move into top four in blow to Toon

    OMAR MARMOUSH clearly got the hump when they billed this as a shoot-out between the nation’s deadliest duo – and didn’t mean him.It was supposedly an afternoon that would be decided by the deadly boots of Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak.Omar Marmoush bags his first of the afternoonCredit: PAThe Egyptian celebrates putting Man City in frontCredit: GettyA day when the Premier League’s finest two finishers went head to head in a personal duel to see who ended the weekend in fourth place.And yes, I know Mo Salah has more goals than both of them, but in terms of out and out centre forwards and goals-per-shot, these are the big two, believe me.But not today they weren’t. For while the Etihad was blown away by a goalscoring blitzkrieg, it wasn’t a Scandinavian hat-trick which had them on their feet.Instead it was an Egyptian who wowed the crowd… a man who hadn’t scored a goal for City before yesterday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAdmittedly this was only the fourth time Marmoush has started since his January arrival from Eintracht Frankfurt.And true, he did have a strike rate of more than one every other game for the Germans, so we’re hardly talking a man who doesn’t know his way to the goal here.But regardless of all that, merely opening his account would have been good enough. Instead it became a day City’s latest top gunner will never forget. He won’t be the only one.Even Haaland, to be fair, even if he did draw a blank… he’ll always look back on it as the day Pep Guardiola gave him the armband and he skippered the side for the first time.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSJames McAtee scores Man City’s fourthCredit: GettyMcAtee celebrates his late strikeCredit: APNot too many others who were here will remember it for that, mind. For them it will be all about the first time Marmoush proved their Norwegian hitman is not the only hotshot in town.Newcastle certainly found that to their cost, on an afternoon when – amazingly – City won three home Premier League games on the bounce for the first time this term.Man City boss Pep Guardiola responds to late collapse to Real Madrid It’s been that sort of season for the four-time champions. One which has become unforgettable for all the wrong reasons.Yesterday Marmoush went some way to giving a memory which, however it ends three months from now, will at least give a couple of reasons to grin.Three of them, to be precise. Unless you were of a Toon persuasion of course… Marmoush wiped the smile of Geordie faces with three deadly strikes in 15 devastating minutes.The first of them came thanks to a record-breaking assist from Ederson, with a down-town punt from ten yards outside his own box.Kieran Trippier was in the right position to deal with it, but instead of holding his ground, leapt for the header and never got close.Instead the ball cleared him by a yard – and Martin Dubravka’s by even more – as Marmoush lobbed the Toon keeper for his first.It was the SIXTH assist from the Brazilian boot of Ederson – a Premier League record for a goalkeeper.Five minutes later City had doubled up as the Egyptian struck again – and once more Trippier was the closest defender to him. Not that this one was down to him.It was more down to an assassin’s-eye finish from the striker, when Ilkay Gundogan strolled into midfield space and picked him out a couple of yards into the Newcastle box.Marmoush took it in his stride, stepped smartly across Trippier and drilled a laser-like finish into the bottom corner.Sure, he shouldn’t have been given anything like the room he was, so deep into Toon territory. But don’t let that disguise the fact it was despatched in clinical fashion.City were coasting, Newcastle chaotic…and a couple of years ago that would have effectively made it game over in less than half an hour.But after losing FIVE games when they have taken the lead already, certainly no chickens were being counted by City yet. It would take at least one more before anyone risked that.On 32 minutes it duly arrived, as well. No prizes for guessing the goalscorer either – it was a King Midas afternoon for Marmoush.Golden touch number three was down to the dazzling, darting feet of Savinho, weaving such a path en route to the byline that poor Lewis Hall was in danger of getting twisted blood.The Brazilian picked out Marmoush, who had pulled into space near the penalty spot, and he brought up the treble with a first time side-foot.Job done for City, job done for the Egyptian, who got the standing ovation you’d expect when Guardiola gave him the final 14 minutes in the dugout.Still time, though, for James McAtee to add a fourth, volleying in from bang in front when Haaland flicked on a Gundogan corner.All of which means at least City will head to Spain with spirits high, as they take on that daunting task of overturning last week’s first leg Champions League loss to Real Madrid on Wednesday.READ MORE SUN STORIESStill one hell of a mountain to climb of course, but with Marmoush in this form you never know…Liverpool aren’t the only ones with an Egyptian king after all.And his role could be even more pivotal after Haaland was hauled off just before the end with a worrying looking knee injury.Haaland came off near the end More

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    Inside Ethan Nwaneri’s perfect afternoon as Arsenal wonderkid, 17, follows in footsteps of Rooney, Owen and Fabregas

    ETHAN NWANERI had an afternoon to remember for Arsenal as he followed in the footsteps of Premier League legends Wayne Rooney, Michael Owen and Cesc Fabregas.The 17-year-old stole the show as his Gunners side beat Leicester 2-0 despite being left depleted in attack.Ethan Nwaneri had a game to remember as Arsenal beat Leicester 2-0Credit: ReutersNwaneri joined an exclusive group headed by Wayne RooneyCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdMichael Owen was another teen sensation who lit up the leagueCredit: ReutersCesc Fabregas was Arsenal’s last ace to achieve a similar featCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdNwaneri provided an assist as Mikel Merino came off the bench to bag a brace at the King Power Stadium.And the teen’s performance was backed up by several stats showing that he was one of the key men on the pitch.In the first half alone, Arsenal prodigy Nwaneri enjoyed five out of five successful take-ons.He also won all eight of his duels and even won two tackles to boot.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBy the end of the match, Nwaneri had made three successful tackles and had won 12 duels, while also dictating play with 32 passes from 62 touches.He was also a threat in the final third with four shots and six dribbles.And his assist was the ideal reward for a strong day at the office.However, Nwaneri’s goal contribution also saw him join an esteemed group of Premier League icons.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe has now scored or assisted four Premier League goals before the age of 18.And only top-flight icons Rooney, Owen and Fabregas managed more before they turned 18.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta heaps praise on ‘calm and composed’ youngster Ethan Nwaneri for Champions League victory Wazza bagged an incredible 12 combined goals and assists during his time at Everton.Owen made eight contributions while at Liverpool.And Fabregas was involved with six goals early on at Arsenal.Nwaneri does not turn 18 years old until March 21.It means he could yet surpass Fabregas’ total, with Owen’s and Rooney’s also sure to be in his sights.Arsenal superfan and Sun columnist Piers Morgan was certainly pleased with Nwaneri’s contribution.He said: “This kid was brilliant again today…” More

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    Julio Enciso leaves pitch in tears after horror injury in just second start for Ipswich after January transfer

    IPSWICH Town ace Julio Enciso was reduced to tears after he was injured in the clash against Aston Villa.The Paraguay star, on loan from Brighton, was making just his second start when he suffered a horror injury.Julio Enciso leaves the pitch in tears after suffering a horror injuryCredit: AFPJulio Enciso appears distraught after his afternoon was cut short by injuryCredit: ReutersAfter only 15 minutes he dropped to the ground and signalled to the bench there was an issue with his left leg.Two minutes later, he was replaced by Jack Clarke.When he left the pitch, Enciso pulled his shirt over his mouth and appeared devastated.Enciso’s career has been plagued by injury – having missed much of the 2023/24 season.Read more football newsIncredibly, the 21-year-old missed 38 games in the last campaign for club and country, after tearing his meniscus.He returned to action in February last year – playing 17 minutes for the Seagulls against Everton.It is bad news for Paraguay who were set to call up the midfielder for their World Cup qualifying games against Chile and Colombia next month.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe highly-rated South American has been used sparingly by Fabian Hurzeler – appearing just twice for Brighton this term.Most read in FootballHe played in their Carabao Cup run that saw them eliminated by Liverpool in the round of 16.Enzo Maresca admits Chelsea a long way from competing with Premier League’s best after loss to Ipswich Enciso scored in the 4-0 thrashing of Norwich City last month in the FA Cup third round.Ipswich Town’s woes were compounded in the first half when Axel Tuanzebe was sent of at Villa Park in the 40th minute for picking up two yellow cards.It’s the first time the former Man Utd youth star has seen red in his career.However, Ipswich managed to earn a hard earned 1-1 draw. More

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    Arsenal flop Nicolas Pepe’s new ex-porn star girlfriend sends him £2,000 Valentine’s gift months after split from wife

    NICOLAS PEPE’S new ex-porn star girlfriend gave him a Valentine’s Day gift worth nearly £2,000.It comes just months after the former Arsenal flop split from his wife. Nicolas Pepe received an expensive Valentine’s Day presentCredit: Snapchat @np19225Pepe is thought to be dating former porn star Teanna TrumpCredit: GettyPepe, 29, is reportedly dating Teanna Trump.Trump, 29, made her name in the adult film industry, joining aged just 18, and now makes her money on subscription site OnlyFans having turned her back on porn. Now, though, she put some of her hard-earned cash into treating her rumoured new man.Pepe took to social media to show him unwrapping his February 14 present. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Villarreal winger was filmed opening the paper to reveal a Goyard Senat GM pouch.The small dark grey patterned bag is worth a staggering £1,800.The pouch came with an accompanying Goyard cover in bright yellow.Pepe spent New Year’s Eve with Trump but they are yet to go official with their relationship.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThat is despite being spotted together for several months including on a night out.She has even worn a Villarreal shirt and sat in the club’s VIP seats for a match. Arsenal player ratings vs Leicester: Ethan Nwaneri excels amid injury crisis but dreadful Raheem Sterling shadow of old selfPepe now has Trump as his phone lock screen while it is said she has moved into his Spanish home.And they were together when Pepe’s new custom Audi RS6-R ABT 1 car costing a whopping £142,000 was delivered. The Ivory Coast winger married social media influencer Fanny B in 2017 and they have two children together.However, it appeared their relationship was over when Pepe started seeing Trump from November.Pepe has spilt from Fanny BCredit: Instagram / @fannny.bMeet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendantTolami Benson – partner of Bukayo SakaBenson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.Helene Spilling – partner of Martin OdegaardA professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023. Sophie Weber – partner of Kai HavertzWeber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.Milly White – partner of Ben WhiteThe couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro TrossardThe pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan RiceLauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron RamsdaleGeorgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019.Pepe struggled to live up to his £72million price tag at the Emirates, joining from Lille in 2019. He managed 27 goals in 112 Gunners appearances but was loaned out to Nice in 2022-23 then joined Trabzonspor at the beginning of last season as the Gunners took a hefty loss on the flop. READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter one season in Turkey, though, Pepe was on the move again.He signed a two-year deal at Villarreal in the summer and has one goal in 15 LaLiga appearances for the Yellow Submarine. Trump has been pictured wearing a Villarreal shirt this seasonThe adult film actress makes her money on OnlyFansCredit: Getty More

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    ‘He’s in the doghouse’ – Mikel Merino dedicates Arsenal heroics to wife after revealing his Valentine’s Day blunder

    MIKEL MERINO dedicated his late Arsenal double to his wife Lola… after forgetting to buy her a Valentine’s Day present.The Spaniard, 28, rose from the bench to net both of the Gunners’ goals in their 2-0 win at Leicester.Mikel Merino bagged Arsenal’s late doubleCredit: GettyMerino’s wife Lola did not receive a Valentine’s presentCredit: Instagram @lolaliberalAfter the game, Merino made a cheeky admission while speaking to TNT Sports.He told reporter Becky Ives: “It’s the first time in my career that I’ve played as a striker. The manager told me to use my strengths and I think I did that.”On if he expects to play up top more, he added: “I don’t think so, to be honest.”But it’s a good day to score because I forgot to give my wife a Valentine’s Day present, so I think she’ll appreciate this more than a rose or some chocolates.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSeeing Merino’s interview, one fan joked: “Brother, you are in the doghouse.”While a second joked: “How romantic.”A third quipped: “Merino is so locked in he forgot to get his wife a valentine’s.”Despite the makeshift forward’s double, Ethan Nwaneri was awarded TNT Sports’ player of the match award.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSOn the 17-year-old, Merino added: “He’s an amazing player.”Every time I do an interview, you guys ask me for him!Kai Havertz ruled out for rest of SEASON with torn hamstring in devastating blow to Arsenal’s title dreams”That’s natural because he is such a talent.”He has such a wonderful left foot and he put the ball right on my head so that all I could do was score.”Arsenal’s win saw them reduce their deficit to Liverpool at the top of the table to four points.Arne Slot’s men will play their game in hand tomorrow, hosting Wolves at Anfield.LEICESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 15: Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Leicester City FC and Arsenal FC at The King Power Stadium on February 15, 2025 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)Credit: Getty More

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    ‘Nightmare fuel’ – Man Utd fans terrified at prospect of Casemiro-Eriksen pivot amid TRIPLE midfield injury blow

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans are dreading the prospect of seeing two senior stars starting against Tottenham.Ruben Amorim warned that his side had suffered some setbacks in training this week.Man Utd may be forced to play a midfield pivot of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen against TottenhamCredit: GettyIt comes after a trio of injuries to Man Utd in midfield, including to Kobbie MainooCredit: RexFans were not ecstatic at the prospect of seeing the veterans play against Spurs but tried to see the funny sideCredit: X/@UtdFaithfulsA report from The Athletic has now revealed three of the affected stars are Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte and Toby Collyer.The trio have been a major part of the Red Devils squad in recent weeks, with Ugarte and Collyer in particular providing much-needed energy in midfield.However, all three are now set to miss Sunday’s trip to Tottenham.Ugarte and Collyer are said to be major doubts for the mid-table clash, while Mainoo is reportedly set to be sidelined for more than a couple of weeks.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile club captain Bruno Fernandes has filled in as one of the two pivot players in recent weeks, a lack of options up front may prompt Amorim to play him in the front three.That would leave veteran duo Christian Eriksen and Casemiro as the only two senior midfielders in the squad who can play in the engine room.However, the pair have a combined age of 65, and it has shown this season.The last time the pair started together in the Premier League was in the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle at the end of December.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSince then, Eriksen has played a total of ten minutes off the bench in the league while Casemiro has been a permanent bench-warmer.Reacting to the potential midfield pivot tomorrow, one fan said: “Good heavens what next??? I see Casemiro & Eriksen starting & getting run through like a hot knife through butter.”‘Silence is deafening’ – Man Utd fans ready to protest at Arsenal clash and vow to ‘rise again to defend our club’A second said: “Hopefully we keep possession if not, Spurs will run this Casemiro and Eriksen partnership.”Another fan said: “Hopefully one of Ugarte/Collyer will be alright. Otherwise it’s Casemiro/Eriksen again and we saw what happened vs Newcastle United.”A fourth added: “Casemiro/Eriksen pivot?! We won’t be there!!”A fifth said: “Nightmare fuel.”The injury crisis has also seen Amorim call up a number of stars from the club’s Carrington academy.Jack Moorhouse, 19, is travelling with the first-team squad after an impressive season with the Under-21s. Amorim, 40, personally watched the midfielder during a 5-1 win over Southampton in December, in which the Manchester-born star scored twice.Injuries across the board have seen Amorim promote a number of youngsters into first-team training.Striker Chido Obi and winger James Scanlon were not included with the Under-18 squad on Saturday following their participation in first-team training this week.Asked specifically about 17-year-old Obi, Amorim said: “I don’t want to say names.“We have to be careful on that. We have problems this week, we called some young players to be in our training. We have some data evaluation. He is one of them.”Amorim was forced to name 21-year-old goalkeeper Hubert Graczyk on the Man Utd bench for the first time in the FA Cup triumph over Leicester with both Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton out injured.READ MORE SUN STORIESGraczyk is effectively seventh-choice at Old Trafford, but fifth and eighth-choice players Elyh Harrison and William Murdock have been included in first-team training this week.New arrival Ayden Heaven was also named on the bench after recently signing from Arsenal, while Patrick Dorgu started the game before he was hooked at half-time of the 2-1 win.Ruben Amorim has called up Jack Moorhouse, 19, to the first teamCredit: Alamy More

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    ‘Just lost it’ – Prem icon reveals Roy Keane’s two and a half hour dressing room rant about yoga and LUCOZADE after loss

    DARREN BENT has revealed he was once on the receiving end of a Roy Keane dressing room rant that lasted “two and a half hours”.Keane has become synonymous with his passionate outbursts and strong opinions, and Spurs hero Bent has recalled witnessing one of those first hand.Roy Keane has become well known for his rantsCredit: GettyDarren Bent has recalled a furious Keane rant during his time at Aston VillaCredit: Youtube/TalksportBent, who played under Keane during the Irishman’s time as assistant manager at Aston Villa, harked back to the aftermath of a 2-0 defeat away at QPR in 2014.Speaking on talkSPORT, Bent said: “We were in the changing room for another two, two and a half hours after the game.”He [Keane] absolutely blasted absolutely everything. And I’m talking about everything from people having injuries, to people getting too many massages, to people drinking Lucozade, to people doing yoga.”They turned the lights off [at Loftus Road]. We hadn’t had a shower.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It was one of those situations where, everyone had their head down right, and the moment you lifted your head, if he caught eye contact with you, you were getting it.”So my head stayed down the whole time.”Bent went on to reveal that the manager at the time, Paul Lambert, had no part in the dressing down and just watched on in silence.He said: “All I can remember is that Paul Lambert was in the corner saying nothing.”Most read in FootballRoy Keane was the assistant manager to Paul Lambert at Aston Villa in 2014Credit: PA:Press AssociationBent played under the pair at Villa ParkCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe added: “Lambert came in and said some stuff and then he might have said ‘Roy do you want to add anything’, and then Roy just went”.Bent, who scored over 100 Premier League goals across his career, explained that he didn’t disagree with the vast majority of what Keane was saying. ‘You’re in cuckoo land’ – Roy Keane lays into Ian Wright claiming James Maddison is Tottenham’s missing linkHe said: “Most of the stuff he was saying was correct, but there was some points that, in my mind, he just lost it. Lost the plot, man.”It’s not the first time Keane’s unusual hatred for massages has been made public either, the infamous grump has previously opened up himself about his disliking for club masseuses.The 53-year-old was speaking on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, when he said: “What used to annoy me was the lads who used to do the massages, they’d get a bit cocky.”They settle into the club then they think they’re running the show, have got the music on and the team wins something, and all the masseurs would be on the pitch – just relax lads.“They all get a bit cocky, every one of them. We’re having a night out, free bar, and then they’d come with all their mates – ‘you’re bringing your mates,’ relax!”‘Are we getting medals?,’ no you’re not getting a medal, relax.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Then they’d be wearing their headphones as if they were players, coming off the bus and you’re thinking, just relax, oh my god.”‘Anyone selling their car?’ – they’d try and buy the players’ cars on the cheap, are you’re like lads, relax.”Roy Keane’s angriest momentsWhat really ticks off Roy Keane?The Irishman is known for his no-nonsense approach to football.And some particular things really do get on Keane’s wick.It all makes for great entertainment for fans, who love the Man United legend’s take on the beautiful game.But is Keane being a bit too sensitive himself?From smiling players to ABBA, nothing is sacred.And we all know about his dislike for a prawn sarnie…Here are the things that really make Roy Keane angry. More