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    Furious Vinicius Jr loses it at Barcelona fan waving beach ball at him in brutal message over Ballon d’Or snub

    VINICIUS JR was incensed after Barcelona fans poked fun at his Ballon d’Or snub during Sunday’s El Clasico.Barcelona all-but sealed the LaLiga title with a 4-3 victory over Real Madrid in a tense El Clasico at the weekend.Vinicius Jr was teased with a beach ball during the El ClasicoCredit: RedditThe winger furiously shouted at the fanCredit: RedditHis anger continued as he sat down on the benchCredit: RedditVinicius failed to score as Barcelona overturned a two-goal deficit to put themselves seven points clear of Madrid.And the home support were certainly enjoying themselves, relishing the victory by poking fun at their rivals.That included one fan holding up a beach ball to Vinicius as he left the pitch, prompting the Brazilian winger to let out his anger and berate the cheeky fan.The bizarre prop was a nod to chants that have been aimed at Vinicus calling him “Vinicius Beach Ball” since his Ballon d’Or snub last year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVinicius and all of Real Madrid’s invitees snubbed the Ballon d’Or ceremony in October after catching wind that Man City star Rodri was set to win the top prize over the Madrid star.It seems he still hasn’t got over missing out on football’s top individual gong as he nibbled at the teasing from the Barca fan in the stands.It’s not the first time that Vinicius has been riled up by the Ballon d’Or teasing either.The 24-year-old snapped back at Rayo Vallecano supporters who were chanting the jibe at him back in December.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile walking off the pitch following a 3-3 draw, Vinicius shouted at the Vallecano support: “You’re going down to Segunda” – teasing that Vallecano would be relegated this season.Vincius was wide of the mark that day, with Vallecano now 8th in La Liga, close to securing European football next term, Man City cheekily welcome Vinicius Jr before fans unveil brutal ‘Stop Crying Your Heart Out’ tifo amid Ballon d’Or dramaWhile Man City fans also teased Vinicius when Madrid visited the Etihad in the Champions league this season.The City support unveiled a giant tifo of Rodri kissing the Ballon d’Or trophy alongside the words: “Stop crying your heart out”.Man City displayed a banner showing Rodri with the Ballon d’Or during their clash with Real MadridCredit: Reuters More

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    Thomas Muller has Bayern Munich fans howling with risque funeral joke in farewell speech on pitch

    THOMAS MULLER left Bayern Munich fans howling with laughter after delivering a cheeky funeral joke during his on-pitch farewell speech.The 35-year-old is leaving his boyhood club after 17 glittering seasons.Thomas Muller told a cheeky joke as he bid farewell to Bayern MunichCredit: DAZNHarry Kane used the occasion to celebrate his first-ever career trophyCredit: GettyMuller has won 13 titles and two Champions Leagues during his 750 appearances for the club.And he played his last-ever home match in Saturday’s 2-0 win over Gladbach, with wild celebrations seeing Harry Kane soaked in beer after landing a first career trophy.Muller then cut an emotional figure on the field as he bid farewell to Bayern fans.But the Allianz Arena crowd was left doubled over after a rib-tickling joke from Muller during his final speech.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe World Cup winner said: “I’ve got another joke ready. Bear with me. Humour is very individual. “I was looking for a joke, a joke to say goodbye, but I couldn’t find an appropriate one that I liked. “Then I looked for something spicier about funerals. Father is dying at home. The three children are standing at his bedside.“Suddenly, the smell of his favourite cake wafts from the kitchen, where the mother is baking it.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS“Then he says, ‘Son, please bring me one last piece of my favourite cake. That would be my last wish’.“Then he comes back from the kitchen without the cake. The father says, ‘What’s going on?’Harry Kane finally gets his hands on first career trophy as Bayern Munich win Bundesliga in style“(The son says) ‘Well, mum said it’s for after the funeral’.”Fans all said the same thing as they reacted with delight to the gag.One said: “Never change Thomas.”Another declared: “That’s so dry, I love it.”One noted: “Haha wtf he’s insane.”Another added: “Please become a pundit.”Following Muller’s speech, it was party time again on the pitch.Kane led the way as he finally clinched his first piece of silverware.Read More on The SunThe England captain was all smiles as he posed with the Bundesliga trophy.And Kane toasted the occasion with plenty of beer – before a ton of it was dunked over his head.Kane led the title party celebrations afterwardsCredit: GettyThe striker toasted the occasion with plenty of beerCredit: GettyTeammates then poured drinks over the England captain’s headCredit: Getty More

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    Eberechi Eze’s timely brace steers Dream Team managers in right direction ahead of FA Cup final

    EBERECHI EZE (£5.1m) could not have picked a better time to hog the spotlight.The Crystal Palace midfielder earned 18 points over the weekend to steer Dream Team managers in right direction ahead of Gameweek 36.Timing is everythingCredit: Dream TeamWith no midweek fixtures scheduled, Eze is guaranteed to finish as the top performer of Gameweek 35 thanks to his brace at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday.The England international scored two relatively simple finishes as the Eagles outclassed Spurs in North London.For Oliver Glasner, it was the perfect preparation for next weekend’s FA Cup final against Manchester City.And this date with destiny at Wembley is a huge point of interest in the world of Dream Team as it means Palace will be among the select group of four teams with two fixtures to fulfil in Gameweek 36.Glasner has the chance to become a legendary figure at Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyEze was already an excellent option for the upcoming double header against Man City and Wolves but he’s practically unavoidable after his 18-point return.It’s early days but the 26-year-old is currently the most transferred-in player ahead of Friday’s deadline.More broadly, Eze has been in great touch of late having amassed 49 points from his last four outings via five goals.This fruitful burst has propelled him up to fifth in the midfield rankings.Most read in FootballHe needs just six more points to join the exclusive group of players who have celebrated a triple century this season.Dream Team bosses are callingCredit: GettyEze has scored 13 goals and provided 11 assists in all competitions this term; he also ranks highly for bonus points (45).Man City will start as favourites in the cup final – they beat Palace 5-2 in the league last month – but Pep Guardiola’s side are not the infallible machine of yesteryear.Given Eze averages 7.4 points-per-game in 2024/25, a double Gameweek is surely too promising to pass up, regardless of the task facing him at Wembley. Munoz is also a great option ahead of Gameweek 36Credit: ReutersMuch of the same logic applies to Jean-Philippe Mateta (£4m) and Daniel Munoz (£5.1m).The latter has a decent chance of finishing the season as Dream Team’s outright best defender!Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOW More

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    Chris Kamara reveals emotional ‘apology’ to wife Anne as Sky Sports favourite opens up on struggles in dark period

    SKY SPORTS legend Chris Kamara has revealed that he apologised to his wife after keeping his initial struggle over his health concerns a secret.The 67-year-old was diagnosed with speech apraxia in March 2022 and subsequently stepped back from his role on Soccer Saturday.Chris Kamara has opened up about how his speech apraxia diagnosis impacted his mental healthCredit: PAThe pundit revealed that he didn’t initially tell his wife, Anne, about his strugglesCredit: Alpha PressKamara – also known as Kammy – initially kept his struggles from his nearest and dearest, incuding his wife, Anne.However, he now admits that wishes he opened up more.The Sky Sports icon told The Mirror on Mental Health Awareness week: “They spotted the signs (that I was struggling). I should have talked to my wife Anne, for which I have apologised to her.”I didn’t tell my wife what was going on.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”My family would have supported me rather than somebody I didn’t know, Anne, and my sons would have helped me in the first place.”Kamara told how when he first realised he was having difficulties with his speech, he feared he may have been developing a condition such as dementia or Alzheimer’s – which sent his mental health spiralling. He added: “It was a really tough period. I just did not want be a burden to my family but my illness came to fruition just before the Covid lockdown. I had these stupid thoughts.”Kamara also revealed how therapy helped him to overcome his mental health struggles and accept his condition.Most read in FootballHe added: “I kept thinking, for over 18 months, that it would go away.”I just kept thinking one day I’ll wake up and I’ll be back to the person I was.”But I have accepted the way I speak now. And that’s because of the work on my mental health.”My therapist told me that the day you accept your condition is the day you will start getting better, and that is what happened. I can be my own worst critic but my speech has improved and I’m fine with how I sound.”Jeff Stelling and Chris Kamara cheated death on world’s most dangerous road as host reveals ‘we were nearly fertiliser’Kammy returned to sport broadcasting on Boxing Day for Amazon Prime’s coverage of the Premier League.After his comeback, he told The Express: “If that’s my last game as a reporter, what a way to go out.”At that time, I could hardly talk, wasn’t able to remember the players names and was slurring my words.”When my wife told me Amazon had been on the phone I said ‘I know I am getting under your feet, but I’m not delivering parcels!’Read More on The Sun”Andrew Hornet was on the phone asking me to work for Amazon Prime, covering the Forest v Spurs match with the unbelievable Jeff Stelling – and I loved it!”No anxiety, no slurring, the game was good and Nottingham Forest treated me like a returning hero.”You’re Not AloneEVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicideIt doesn’t discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.It’s the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.Yet it’s rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.That is why The Sun launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.Let’s all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You’re Not Alone.If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: More

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    VAR audio ‘picks up suspicious “thank goodness” after Barcelona goal vs Real Madrid is ruled out for handball’

    EL CLASICO has been rocked by a VAR controversy after an official appeared to say “thank goodness” during a goal review. Barcelona beat rivals Real Madrid 4-3 in a thrilling LaLiga showdown on Sunday night.Referee Alejandro Jose Hernandez Hernandez disallowed a late goal for Barcelona in El ClasicoCredit: GettyA controversial handball in the build-up saw the goal chalked offCredit: X @rfefThe Catalan giants stretched their lead at the top of the table to seven points with victory at the Nou Camp. But the hosts were denied a fifth goal in stoppage time as Fermin Lopez’s strike was chalked off for a handball in the build-up. Referee Alejandro Hernández Hernández was advised by VAR official Juan Martínez Munuera to review the footage on the pitchside monitor. In audio released by RFEF, Munuera said: “Listen to me, Alex, we’ve just detected a handball, okay? Please come take a look.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAn unknown voice in the VAR room was then heard saying: “Given the height – thank goodness [menos mal]. Yes, yes, totally.”Hernandez replied: “Okay, perfect. Let’s continue. It hits his hand, yes. “The ball’s going out. Now give me a wide angle so I can see the entire action and how it ends. “Okay, perfect. The hand is clearly raised. I’m going to disallow the goal.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKMundo Deportivo claim the ‘thank goodness’ comment “was not transcribed or subtitled by the RFEF” in the video released to the public.It followed a match dogged by referee controversy, with Barca feeling stung by the decisions.Injured Barcelona star fails to go incognito as he takes budget flight with fans to Champions League semi-final vs InterKylian Mbappe appeared to be marginally offside before Madrid won a penalty early in the contest.And the league leaders were fuming after Aurelien Tchouameni was not punished for handball in the area moments before Lopez’s strike. Despite the controversy, Barcelona took control of the LaLiga title race with the 4-3 win. Mbappe struck a hat-trick for Los Blancos, who had led 2-0 after just 14 minutes.But Hansi Flick’s side stormed back with four goals before half time from Eric Garcia, Lamine Yamal and Raphinha. Barcelona will secure top spot as early as Wednesday night if Madrid fail to beat Real Mallorca.Should Madrid win, Barcelona could win LaLiga the following day when they face Espanyol in the Catalan derby. More

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    Man Utd’s horror stats laid bare as Amorim equals record from year club were RELEGATED and on verge of unwanted history

    MANCHESTER UNITED’S nightmare season took yet another blow with Sunday’s defeat to West Ham.And the horror stats mean the Red Devils have now matched their all-time worst-ever tally for home league losses in a single season.Manchester United are setting unwanted records in this nightmare seasonCredit: APRuben Amorim only arrived in November but is already threatening to quitCredit: GettyThe 2-0 nightmare result against the Hammers left United 16th in the Premier League table with two matches to go – and still yet to reach the 40-point mark. It was their record-equalling ninth home defeat of the season.That is the same number as they managed in the 1930-31 relegation season and also in 1962-63.It has never been managed in the Premier League era – with eight league home losses in 1893-94, 1920-21 and 1961-62. READ MORE ON MAN UTDTo make matters worse, Tomas Soucek’s 26th-minute opener yesterday ensured only one team have gone 1-0 down more times at home than United this Prem term.The West Ham game was the 12th time United have conceded first at Old Trafford.That is level with Ipswich in joint-second with Leicester topping the unwanted table with 15.The Foxes famously lost nine home matches in a row without scoring from mid-December until finally scoring against and beating Southampton on May 3.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordEven basement boys Saints have only gone 1-0 down at home 11 times this season – level with Tottenham and West Ham. And Amorim is at risk of setting a new Premier League record for United’s longest winless run.The Red Devils have failed to win any of their last seven league matches.That horror form includes defeats to Nottingham Forest, Newcastle, Wolves, Brentford and West Ham and draws against Manchester City and Bournemouth since beating Leicester on March 16. Sir Alex Ferguson was in charge the only other time United were winless in seven – with that streak ending way back in November 1992. Louis van Gaal went six games without tasting victory up to November 2015 while Ferguson twice (1995 and 2007), Jose Mourinho (2017) and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (2019) each suffered five-match winless runs. United face Chelsea away on Friday night where they could set their new record with eight. And Amorim’s side host Aston Villa on the final day of the season where they will be desperately hoping to not go 1-0 down for a 13th time – and avoid a record-breaking tenth home league defeat of the shocking campaign.Incredibly, either 16th-placed United or 17th-placed Tottenham will play Champions League football next season as they prepare to face off in the Europa League final next Wednesday. But Amorim admitted he may not be in charge at Old Trafford for much longer and is prepared to step down as manager if he cannot turn the disasterclass around. The Portuguese gaffer said: “I don’t want to talk about the players. I’m talking about myself and the culture in the club and the culture in the team. I have that feeling.“We need to change that and we need to be really strong in the summer and to be brave.”Because we cannot have a season like this next year. If the feeling is still here, we should give the space to different persons.”So it’s a big problem that we have here at the club. It’s a decisive moment in the history of the club. We need to address that.”We are losing the feeling that we are a massive club and the feeling that it’s not the biggest thing in the world losing a game at home.”We don’t have that fear anymore and that is the most dangerous thing that a big club can have.”I think it’s a concern. It’s not the players’ fault. It’s my fault, I’m responsible.”If we cannot change that really fast we should give our place to different persons.Read More on The Sun”If you look at the goals that we suffer, we can avoid these goals. The lack of energy, of urgency. That is the most dangerous things in this club.”You can feel it at the beginning of the game. Between our box and opponent’s box there is a lack of urgency. That is something we have to change in this club.”United went down 2-0 at home to West Ham on SundayCredit: GettyTomas Soucek’s goal was the 12th time United went 1-0 down at home in the Premier LeagueCredit: ReutersSir Alex Ferguson went seven matches without a win in 1992Credit: GettyMan Utd ratings vs West Ham as Ugarte awful and Mainoo invisible in latest horror showMANCHESTER UNITED dropped to 16th in the Premier League after suffering an embarrassing 2-0 defeat to West Ham at Old Trafford.Ruben Amorim named a strong team for United’s return to domestic duty, but not even Amad Diallo could save the day.United gave fans a lively start, but reverted back to factory settings after the visitors took the lead inside 27 minutes.West Ham picked off United against the run of play, before former Man Utd star Aaron Wan-Bissaka came back to haunt his old club.The full-back fed a clever ball through to Mohammed Kudus, who thrashed a low cross into the six yard box for Tomas Soucek to tap home.United got caught cold again and were the masters of their own undoing, after Kudus pounced on Manuel Ugarte’s mess up to set up Jarrod Bowen, who doubled West Ham’s lead in the 58th minute.Apart from some bright moments from Amad, this was another awful performance from the home side, as West Ham became the SIXTH team to the double over United this season.The Red Devils haven’t haven’t won a Prem game since their 3-0 win at Leicester on March 16, which incidentally was the last team West Ham beat in February.Here’s how SunSport’s Katherine Walsh rated every Man Utd star’s performance at Old Trafford… More

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    Lamine Yamal destroys Jude Bellingham with four-word Instagram post after firing Barcelona to epic Clasico win

    LAMINE YAMAL destroyed Jude Bellingham with a four-word Instagram post after firing Barcelona to an epic Clasico win.The teenager sensation, 17, was on target in a 4–3 home victory over Real Madrid on Sunday.Lamine Yamal took aim at Jude Bellingham on InstagramCredit: GettyThe Real Madrid star was on the receiving end of a 4-3 Clasico defeatCredit: GettyYamal’s Insta post went up on Sunday eveningBarcelona were forced to fight back twice from a goal down to secure bragging rights in the derby.But more importantly, it saw Hansi Flick’s men open up a seven-point lead at the top of the table with just three games to play.And Yamal could not resist poking fun at Real Madrid rival Bellingham in an Instagram post on Sunday evening.The winger uploaded a picture of himself celebrating his goal, along with the caption: “Mm, Ryan vaccinated (like this one too).”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe first part of the caption refers to a previous viral encounter with autograph-seeking “fans” who did not actually know Yamal’s name, leading him to tell them it was ‘Ryan’.But the latter half was a clear dig at Bellingham after his Instagram antics last week.The England star, as well as Real legend Sergio Ramos, ‘liked’ a post from Alessandro Bastoni after the Italian defender helped Inter Milan dump Yamal’s Barcelona out of the Champions League in a thrilling semi-final clash.And fans were quick to react to Yamal’s cheeky caption on social media.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSOne said: “Ooh Jude didn’t you like this one?”Another declared: “Ryan putting Madrid on a leash, hell yeah.”’Absolute cinema’ – Kate Abdo dubbed ‘real talent’ after showing off incredible Spanish in Lamine Yamal interviewBellingham and Sergio Ramos both liked a post by Alessandro Bastoni last weekCredit: GettyThe Italian had hailed Inter Milan’s Champions League win over Yamal’s BarcaOne noted: “It would be unfair not to give the Ballon d’Or to this genius.”Another added: “Legend already.”Yamal and Barcelona will now prepare to visit Espanyol on Thursday, where a win will secure the LaLiga title.Flick’s men need just two points from their remaining three games to take Real’s crown.And it will secure the Double for the German in his maiden season, with Barcelona already beating Real 3-2 in last month’s thrilling Copa del Rey final. More

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    ‘Show a little respect’ – David Beckham calls out MLS rival on Instagram after their SAVAGE post about Inter Miami

    DAVID BECKHAM has lashed out at an MLS rival and demanded the club show a “little respect”.Beckham’s Inter Miami were thrashed 4-1 by Minnesota United on Saturday.David Beckham has hit back at Minnesota UnitedCredit: APLionel Messi was on the scoresheet but Inter Miami were thrashed 4-1 on SaturdayCredit: APInter boss Javier Mascerano is under pressure after four losses in five gamesCredit: GettyIt was the first time Miami have lost by three goals or more since the arrival of Lionel Messi in 2023.The heavy loss was the Herons’ fourth defeat in their last five matches.And Minnesota’s social media team were keen to revel in victory after a dominant performance. Following Saturday’s game, the club posted a picture of dejected Miami players on Instagram with the caption: “Pink Phony Club.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe post referred to Miami’s pink kit and played on singer Chappell Roan’s mega-hit Pink Pony Club. Co-owner Beckham, who helped found the club in 2018, didn’t see the funny side. The England legend wrote in response on Instagram: “Show a little respect @mnufc be elegant in triumph.”Minnesota fans had also taunted Miami before the game with a banner which read: “History over Hype, Culture over Cash”.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAfter the image was shared by Minnesota’s official account, Beckham added: “Respect over everything @mnufc.”Messi, 37, scored in Saturday’s 4-1 loss, his 44th since joining the club almost two years ago. New $1bn stadium in Miami rapidly takes shape and set to open in 2026 But Miami boss Javier Mascherano has now suffered five defeats since taking over in January. And the Argentine admits he needs the club’s form to turn around ahead of June’s Club World Cup.Mascerano said: “It’s a tough loss for us. “We knew Minnesota could hurt us in this way, in transitions, on set pieces, and they hurt us in the way we had prepared for the game.”That’s what worries me the most. “If the players drop their levels, clearly the responsibility falls on me. All on me. “If the coach does not convince them or transmit what he is looking for, all the responsibility falls on the coach.” More