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    Ayden Heaven injury update with Man Utd ace ‘unable to explain what he’s feeling’ as he is ‘seen with foot in brace’

    AYDEN HEAVEN was left “unable to explain what he’s feeling” after his horror injury at Leicester.The Manchester United defender, 18, impressed on his full Premier League debut.Ayden Heaven could be sidelined for a lengthy period following his injury at LeicesterCredit: ReutersThe defender had to be taken off on a stretcherCredit: AlamyBut he had to be taken off on a stretcher early in the second half of the comfortable 3-0 victory at the King Power. Heaven was involved in a tangle with Foxes striker Patson Daka and stayed down clearly hurt.And he had to be taken off on a stretcher in worrying scenes after extensive treatment from both United and Leicester medics. Now Ruben Amorim has issued an update on Heaven’s injury amid fears he could be sidelined for a prolonged period. READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Portuguese gaffer said: “We will see next week. “It’s hard to understand because even when he’s on the ground, he can’t speak.”He doesn’t know how to explain what he’s feeling because he’s so young. It’s hard to understand what he’s feeling.”It was not completely clear from Amorim’s quotes whether he was referring to the injury itself or Heaven’s lack of experience in dealing with injuries as the reason for him being unable to explain what he had felt.Most read in FootballHeaven – a January signing from Arsenal – was then spotted leaving the King Power with his foot in a brace.Journalist Andy Mitten posted: “Just saw Ayden Heaven walk out of the stadium in Leicester. Foot in a brace but walking.”Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim hails ‘perfect captain’ Bruno Fernandes after hat-trick heroics against Real Sociedad United went to Leicester already without defenders Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans through injuries – plus Patrick Dorgu was suspended.So the threat of having teenage rising star Heaven potentially out could come as more bad news for Amorim – especially after his strong form. Before going off hurt, Heaven had put in a superb performance in United’s back three to help sniff out the threat of Daka and Jamie Vardy. United fans took to social media as the youngster was carried off to send their best wishes.One said: “That is heartbreaking to see.”Another wrote: “Devastated for Ayden Heaven. Can’t help but keep thinking if he’s gonna come back the same.”And a third added: “Feel for Ayden Heaven. He’s been surprisingly good since he joined. Injuries can be terrible though. Hope he recovers well.”Heaven stayed down after a tussle with Patson DakaCredit: ReutersRuben Amorim issued an update when he spoke to the pressCredit: Alamy More

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    Man Utd player ratings: Heaven thrives before devastating injury as Hojlund impresses but Eriksen frustrated in win

    MANCHESTER UNITED leapfrogged Tottenham into 13th in the Premier League by beating Leicester.Rasmus Hojlund was left to run in behind and shoot low into the bottom corner from an angle to open the scoring on 28 minutes.Rasmus Hojlund ended his 21-game goal drought by opening the scoring at LeicesterCredit: GettyThe Danish striker had not found the net since December 12 – a run of 21 matches. Alejandro Garnacho saw a goal chalked off for offside but there was no taking his snap-shot finish off him on 67 minutes.And skipper Bruno Fernandes rounded off the comfortable 3-0 win in style in the closing stages. Here’s how SunSport’s Graham Hill rated Ruben Amorim’s men at the King Power…ANDRE ONANA – 6The United goalkeeper was a doubt for the game as he was struggling with an eye injury.But he was passed fit for a match in which he was barely called upon to make a save.It meant he kept up his record of starting every Premier League game since signing for United in the summer of 2023. He did well to deny Leicester skipper Jamie Vardy early on – and again deep into stoppage time.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the defence in front of him made sure he was not called upon too often.Wayne Rooney launches brutal attack on Man Utd flops and names only two he’d keep MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 7Always alert to danger, as he showed with 15 minutes to go when he stopped Leicester ending their run of six home defeats without scoring a single goal.Seven games is a new record – but the Dutchman’s brilliant clearance from Leicester sub Facundo Buonanotte made sure of the clean sheet.That crowned a performance where he barely put a foot wrong all night.VICTOR LINDELOF – 7 Looked commanding in the early stages, but he got into an early mix-up with Onana which could have led to a goal.However, it went unpunished by a Leicester side severely lacking in confidence when it comes to finding the net.That turned out to be a blip in an otherwise calm and collected performance.Hojlund opened the scoring from a tight angleCredit: AlamyAYDEN HEAVEN – 7 It was a bittersweet night for the 18-year-old who was awarded his full Premier League debut after playing against Real Sociedad in midweek.He had looked controlled and confident at the heart of United’s defence – snuffing out any threat from Leicester in the early stages.But he was worryingly carried off on a stretcher after pulling up off the pitch as he tried to intercept a ball in the United area.Heaven was particularly impressive when he put his body on the line to twice block shots from Leicester striker Patson Daka.Ayden Heaven impressed before his painful injuryCredit: GettyNOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI – 6Moved into the centre-back role after Heaven was taken off injured. Toby Collyer took his place at right wing-back.He found Vardy difficult to deal with at times, as the 38-year-old striker showed he was still capable of worrying defences.But he dealt with the switch relatively comfortably as United held firm at the back.BRUNO FERNANDES – 8The skipper scored an excellent goal late on to crown another outstanding display.He continued his rich vein of form by providing the pinpoint pass for Hojlund to score the opening goal – although he did owe a lot to some atrocious defending from a doomed Leicester City.The Portugal star oozed class and never seemed to stop running. He was rewarded in the 90th minute with his 17th goal of the season.Bruno Fernandes rounded off a superb performance with a fine goalCredit: PAMANUEL UGARTE – 6Solid performance which included a sensational clearance towards the end of the first half when it looked as though goal-shy Leicester might actually find the net.But, in the end, he was subbed with 20 minutes left as Amorim tried to inject some life into what had become a slightly static United performance.The move paid off as United upped their game in the closing stages.DIOGO DALOT – 7Had been relatively effective, but unspectacular until the last minute.He found space on the right, looked up and fizzed across a low pass for Fernandes to finish the game.Dalot produced a real 90-minute display and showed he should not have been allowed the space Leicester somehow managed to give him.ALEJANDRO GARNACHO – 7Nice finish after 68 minutes for United’s second goal – and it was his first Premier League goal in over four months. That was also against Leicester – but it was also his last action of the night as he was subbed straight after.He looked to have scored United’s second goal of the night when he collected a pass from Hojlund and found the far corner. But his celebrations were cut short when he saw the flag go up.He had been quiet up until that point, but if he had timed his run better it would have been allowed. That said, Hojlund probably delayed his pass for too long.Alejandro Garnacho got the second with a snap finishCredit: PACHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 6Almost opened the scoring with a superb curling shot that hit the inside of the far post.But it was a frustrating night for the Dane. He did little wrong, but the manager had seen enough with 20 minutes left as he decided to make wholesale changes.It was not Christian Eriksen’s best performanceCredit: AlamyRASMUS HOJLUND – 7Took his chance well for the opening goal, some generous work from the Leicester defence allowed him the space he needed.He still had to get past Mads Hermansen in the Foxes goal though – but he remained calm and found the far corner.It was a much-needed strike for the Dane – he had not scored in the Premier League for over three months.SUBSTOBY COLLYER (for Heaven, 51mins) – 6Came on six minutes into the second half due to the bad injury to Heaven. Like Mazraoui, he was tested by Vardy in the second half, but stuck to his task.CASEMIRO (for Ugarte, 69mins) – 6Played his part in an improved second-half display, made a difference when he came on.JOSHUA ZIRKZEE: (for Eriksen, 69mins) – 6Managed to get wound up following a challenge by Leicester defender Wout Faes, but looked a threat when he came on.HARRY AMASS: (for Garnacho, 69mins) – 6 Impressive cameo from 18-year-old when he came on, looked good on the ball.CHIDO OBI: (for Hojlund, 85mins) – N/A Joshua Zirkzee got into a scrap with Wout FaesCredit: PA More

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    ‘He didn’t train like that!’ – Eddie Howe pokes fun of ‘colossus’ Dan Burn after local lad’s heroics in Carabao Cup win

    EDDIE HOWE poked fun at “colossus” Dan Burn after the Newcastle ace inspired his side to Carabao Cup victory.Local lad Burn, 32, scored the first goal in Toon’s 2-1 win over Liverpool in Sunday’s Wembley final.Eddie Howe poked fun at Dan Burn after his Carabao Cup heroicsCredit: GettyThe Newcastle boss was all smiles as Burn opened the scoring against LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe Blyth man was also an unstoppable force in defence as he kept the Premier League leaders at bay.And Burn’s week is set to get even better after receiving his first-ever England call-up from new boss Thomas Tuchel.However, Newcastle gaffer Howe made a hilarious joke about Burn’s performance in London today.The trophy winner cheekily suggested that his centre-back’s goal was indeed a rare piece of art — because Burn is yet to show any scoring capability in training!READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowe declared: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent today.”We worked consistently for two weeks on set plays just for this game and if you had seen us in practice you would have said we haad no chance.”We couldn’t believe Dan Burn scored – he didn’t train like that! He was a colossus for us.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHowe continued: “I am very very emotional and been all day which is unlike me.”We knew what was at stake today for all of our fans, we wanted to do them proud and win the trophy.Ant & Dec scream with joy and Alan Shearer loses his hat as Geordies go wild after Newcastle win Carabao Cup”I am so, so pleased with the result and the performance – we deserved to win today.”It was tough when Liverpool scored. I was thinking about extra time, we always make it difficult for ourselves it was never going to be 2-0.”Burn himself was over the moon with his performance, declaring: “I’ve had worse weeks. I don’t want to go to sleep because I feel like I’m dreaming and it’s all going to be a lie.”On his goal, Burn noted: “I knew Alexis [Mac Allister] wasn’t looking at the ball and I’d be able to get a jump on him. I don’t get many so I saved it for a big occasion.”I feel sometimes I get around bodies and it’s tough to get free. I feel strange, I feel numb at the minute.”Burn is brilliant. If he can score goals then great but it’s the way he defendsAlexander IsakBurn also revealed when he plans on linking up with England, adding: “Tomorrow morning. I’ll be first there tomorrow at 8 o’clock.”Meanwhile, fellow scorer Alexander Isak hailed Burn’s contribution and reflected on his own piece of history.The Swede said: “It was his [Dan Burn’s] game. He is brilliant. If he can score goals then great but it’s the way he defends. That sets the foundation for us.”This is really just the start. We will see more from the fans and what it means for the people when we get back to Newcastle. We are all aware of how long it’s been for the fans without a trophy.”This game is about moments and it’s not about being really good as a striker but it’s about being there to score when needed.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The first half was a bit frustrating for me but I kept telling myself my moment would come.”When you’ve been without a trophy for so long it can be in the back of your head but no hopefully we have won this it is bright days in front of us.” More

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    Meet the stunning F1 WAGs stealing the show in 2025 – from pro golfer to racing star & top model who dated Kardashian ex

    AS the Formula 1 aces took to the grid this weekend, some fans were driven to distraction by the bevvy of beauties in the paddocks.The drivers’ glamorous wives and girlfriends  tried to keep their cool at the Australian Grand Prix as the mercury hit 32C and their partners burned rubber.At the Australian Grand Prix the F1 Wags stole the showCredit: GettyAnd with a host of rookies on the track alongside veterans Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, there were some unfamiliar faces on the sidelines, too.American Hannah St John, 21, was all smiles at Albert Park Circuit, in Melbourne, as she cheered on Red Bull Racing’s rising star Liam Lawson. She joined Scot Rebecca Donaldson, 28, the girlfriend of Carlos Sainz, who was making his Williams’ debut after four seasons at Ferrari.And the Wags also live life in the fast lane, with impressive careers of their own including as a professional golfer, model and racing driver.read more on formula oneHere, Thea Jacobs takes a look at the F1 stars’ stunning other halves, who are in pole position to steal the limelight from their men . . . Isabella Bernardini & Gabriel BortoletoYOUNG love is at the races this year, in the shape of Team Sauber’s newbie driver Gabriel, 20, and his girlfriend Isabella, who is just a year older.The couple are high school sweethearts, having got together when he was 16.Isabella Bernardini is currently thought to be studying computer science at Eindhoven in the NetherlandsCredit: GettyIsabella and Gabriel Bortoleto are high school sweetheartsCredit: AFPMeet F1 newbie Liam Lawson’s stunning girlfriend Hannah St. John, who is also a model and medical student Isabella is currently thought to be studying computer science at Eindhoven in the Netherlands.Most read in MotorsportThe couple aren’t afraid to show off their romance online, posing together for a cute New Year’s snap in which she perched on his knee, and sharing pictures of his Formula 2 races last year.Brazilian Isabella flew in to watch her beau make his F1 debut, and she looked stunning in a white mini-skirt and blouse combo.Sadly, Gabriel was not placed in his first race of the season – but he was surely a winner with Isabella.KELLY, 36, is in a relationship with Max , 27, the four-time Formula One World Drivers’ Champion.She is also racing royalty, as the daughter of three-time winner Nelson Piquet, 72.Kelly Piquet is the daughter of three-time winner Nelson PiquetCredit: GettyKelly is expecting her first child with Max VerstappenCredit: RexSince she started dating Red Bull racer Max in 2020, the Formula E social media manager has been a regular at the grand prix.But the heavily pregnant model missed out on this weekend’s race to attend an event at swanky restaurant Kaspia London, in Mayfair.It will be Kelly and Max’s first baby together. She also has a daughter with Russian driver Daniil Kvyat.Francisca Gomes & Pierre GaslyPORTUGUESE Francisca, 22, has been in a relationship with Alpine’s French driver Pierre Gasly since 2022.She posted a sweet black- and-white snap of the pair kissing after his first outing of the season and revealed they had relaxed with a plush Italian meal the night before.Francisca Gomes has built a career as a model and influencerCredit: GettyPierre Gasly has dubbed Francisca his ‘lucky charm’Credit: AFPBeing in the paddock isn’t a new experience for “Kika” either as her father is former F1 driver Goncalo Gomes, 49.And thanks to her mum being TV presenter Maria Cerqueira Gomes, Francisca isn’t easily fazed by the limelight.She has built a career as a model and influencer, which allows her to follow Pierre, 29, around the world for his races.Which is lucky for the driver as he dubbed her his “lucky charm.”Not too lucky though, as he only took 11th place on Sunday.Eliska Babickova & Andrea Kimi AntonelliELISKA and boyfriend Andrea, 18, clearly love life in the fast lane – as they’re both professional racing drivers.She is more likely to be seen trackside this year as Andrea has been promoted to the F1 circuit and snatched fourth place for Mercedes Down Under.Eliska Babickova was the first woman to be crowned ­Italian champion of the OK karting classCredit: AlamyEliska and Andrea Kimi Antonelli celebrated a year together in OctoberCredit: AFPEliksa – the first woman to be crowned ­Italian champion of the OK karting class – will understand the nerves and determination involved when it comes to racing.Outside the sport, she has a YouTube channel with her sisters, fellow drivers Petra and Tereza, where they document their lives.Eliska and Andrea celebrated a year together in October, and while he is off racing all over the world, she is finishing high school and plans to study economics at uni.Carmen Montero Mundt & George RussellAS fans of Netflix documentary Drive To Survive will know, George loves nothing more than showing off his stunning 26-year-old Spanish girlfriend Carmen.She appears to be a good omen too, as 27-year-old British Mercedes ace George took third place in the Aussie Grand Prix at the weekend.Carmen Montero Mundt recently returned to studies after a finance job in LondonCredit: InstagramCarmen and George Russell have been together since 2020Credit: AFPThe couple, who have been together since 2020, live in Monaco.Carmen recently returned to studies after a finance job in London, but her life is worlds away from her childhood in Spain.She said: “I always wanted to work in finance. “My family struggled financially during the global crisis, and that determined what I wanted to do from a very young age.”Hannah St John & Liam LawsonHER rookie boyfriend Liam may have endured a nightmare start to his Red Bull career, but Hannah looked like a seasoned Wag as she cheered him on from the sidelines.Wearing this black halter-neck dress to the race, she later changed into a striped blue two-piece to console the 23-year-old Kiwi driver after he swerved into the wall and crashed out in Melbourne.Hannah St John graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Biomedical SciencesCredit: Avalon.redHannah was there to support Liam Lawson as he began his Red Bull careerCredit: APHannah, 23, graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Biomedical Sciences. She also works as a model and influencer, with 40,000 followers and partnerships including Bvlgari.The beauty flew to New Zealand last year to meet Liam’s family and followed him around the world in his last season as a Formula 2 driver.She was also there to support him last year when he replaced Daniel   Ricciardo for the last six races of the F1 season.Alexandra Saint Mleux & Charles LeclercSHE has only been dating Ferrari ace Charles since 2023, but that hasn’t stopped Alexandra winning over legions of fans and becoming the second-most followed Formula 1 Wag on social media.The Italian influencer – who has a degree in Art History and a social media account dedicated to her favourite pieces of work – is often seen trackside cheering on her boyfriend, who placed eighth yesterday.Alexandra Saint Mleux is the second-most followed Formula 1 Wag on social mediaCredit: GettyCharles Leclerc has been dating Alexandra since 2023Credit: GettyShe has also started carving out a career as a model, and last month appeared in adverts for Hailey Bieber’s beauty brand.Alexandra, who has more than 1.6million followers on Instagram, often posts snaps of her pet dachshund, holidays and outfits, leading Tatler to brand her the “most stylish woman in F1” – quite the accolade.Rebecca Donaldson & Carlos SainzSCOTTISH beauty Rebecca did a few laps of the showbiz circuit before she shacked up with Williams driver Carlos in 2023.Now an established model, she started out in pageants and appeared on Britain’s Next Top Model on TV, and was linked to Kourtney Kardashian’s ex, Scott Disick.Rebecca Donaldson appeared on Britain’s Next Top Model on TVCredit: RexCarlos Sainz started dating Rebecca in 2023Credit: EPAThese days she is often spotted cheering on 30-year-old Carlos, who she has dated since 2023, and was seen gracing the paddock this weekend in a body-hugging grey dress.During her catwalk career, 28-year-old Rebecca has been a cover girl for Vogue and Marie Claire, and in October 2020 she launched her own activewear range, Muse.Sara Pagliaroli & Lance StrollVICTORIA’S Secret Angel model Sara and 26-year-old Aston Martin race ace Lance made their public debut as a couple at the 2021 premiere of 007 blockbuster No Time To Die.And with her bombshell good looks, the gorgeous 29-year-old Italian could pass for a Bond Girl herself.Sara Pagliaroli started modelling at 17Credit: InstagramLance Stroll and Sara made their public debut as a couple at the 2021 premiere of No Time To DieCredit: AFPSara started modelling at 17 and has worked with brands including Replay Jeans and Adria Beachwear.In 2020 she launched her own jewellery brand called Blue Lemon Jewels, and she is currently the face of clothing brand Yamamay.Lily Muni He & Alexander AlbonLILY, 25, might be known to some as the girlfriend of F1 driver Alexander, 28, but she is a sports star in her own right.The stunning brunette is a professional golfer who has been playing since the age of five and currently takes part in the US-based LPGA Tour.Lily Muni He is a professional golfer who has been playing since the age of fiveCredit: GettyAlexander Albon and Lily had their first date on a golf course in 2019Credit: AFPLily wasn’t there to cheer on ­Alexander as he took fifth place in Oz, but she showed her ­support on Instagram.It was F1 that brought the pair together as they began their relationship after she watched Netflix series Drive To Survive. They had their first date on a golf course in 2019.While Lily travels the globe playing golf, she does find time to cheer on Alexander during races – such as at Silverstone in 2023, when she was spotted in the paddock.READ MORE SUN STORIESAlexander repays the favour and has been seen ­supporting her on the green, posting about it on his own social media.These two are well on their way to taking pole ­position as a true sporting power ­couple.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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    Ayden Heaven injury latest: Man Utd teenager, 18, carried off on stretcher after horror injury in win at Leicester

    MANCHESTER UNITED thrashed Leicester at the King Power Stadium on Sunday night – but there was huge concern for wonderkid Ayden Heaven after a serious injury.Heaven, 18, had to be carried off on a stretcher after a five-minute delay, with Sky Sports cameras deciding not to show a replay of the incident.Ex-Arsenal star Heaven had been arguably United’s best player in the match before he went down clutching his leg and looking in immediate pain.Leicester, under United great Ruud van Nistelrooy, have struggled in their quest for survival – and have now lost SEVEN in a row, scoring just once.Rasmus Hojlund scored his first goal of 2025 before Alejandro Garnacho doubled the lead against the poor Foxes and Bruno Fernandes sealed an easy three points.Follow our live blog for updates… That’s all folksSo, United have found that winning feeling again.Goals from Rasmus Hojlund, Alejandro Garnacho, and Bruno Fernandes have seen them see off Leicester City 3-0 at the King Power Stadium.However, the victory was marred by an injury to Ayden Heaven.The young defender was having a stormer, until he got into a tangle with Patson Daka and came of worse – holding his ankle.Heaven was stretchered off after a lengthy delay.There was some positive news with the youngster seen wearing a protective boot as he made his way to the team bus after the match.We will find out next week how he is, according to manager Ruben Amorim.We hope you enjoyed our live blog tonight. It’s goodnight, for now.Copy linkCopiedFernandes on criticism“I know you mean Roy Keane.“Huge respect for him, he was one of the best captains here, he won everything… I try to be an example in everything I do. Not everyone will like [it], and I respect everyone’s opinion.I accept there is a lot of margin for improvement in my game, even in my life.”Copy linkCopiedAmorim reveals Heaven’s painAYDEN HEAVEN was left “unable to explain how he’s feeling” after his horror injury at Leicester.His manager Ruben Amorim offered an update on his injury. He said: “We will see next week.”It’s hard to understand because even when he’s on the ground, he can’t speak.”He doesn’t know how to explain what he’s feeling because he’s so young. It’s hard to understand what he’s feeling.”Copy linkCopiedMore on HeavenIn more promising news, Ayden Heaven didn’t need crutches to walk to the team buss.Tyron Marshall of MEN wrote on X: “Ayden Heaven left the King Power Stadium in a protective boot, but he did not need crutches to walk from the dressing room to #mufc’s bus.”Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratingsHeaven looked the business, until his sad injury.While Hojlund got his shooting boots back.Check out our player ratings for United’s stars in their 3-0 win over Leicester below.Copy linkCopiedHeaven updateAyden Heaven has been spotted leaving the King Power Stadium with his foot in a brace.Well-respected journalist Andy Mitten wrote on X: “Just saw Ayden Heaven walk out of the stadium in Leicester. Foot in a brace but walking.”That sounds more positive.Copy linkCopiedAmorim reaction on performanceWe understand better how to press, when to press, how to close spaces, the characteristics of our players, we improve connections, we create chances and we score goals.”There were matches without chances and others with chances without scoring and now we have chances and we score. It’s due to time and confidence. The players feel better.” Copy linkCopiedHeaven struggled to speakRuben Amorim revealed that Ayden Heaven struggled to speak when he was on the ground after his injury, according to Samuel Luckhurst of the Manchester Evening News.Further updates on his health will be provided this week.United fans will be hoping it’s not too serious.Copy linkCopiedInjury mars United winMan Utd were in fine form – seeing off Leicester City with ease at the King Power Stadium.But, the win was overshadowed by a horror injury for youngster Ayden Heaven.The 18-year-old got in a tangle with Patson Daka at the back post and the game was delayed.Eventually, a stretcher came onto the pitch to take the defender off, who appeared motionless.Copy linkCopiedHeaven updateRuben Amorim gave an update on Ayden Heaven after the 3-0 win.He said: “It’s hard to know because we have to evaluate during the week. “He already played well against Arsenal and Real Sociedad. “Today for me was the most difficult game for him because we expect him to relax a bit, but he was so focused.”Credit: PACopy linkCopiedCaptain fantastic steps up againWhile his capabilities to lead and inspire will still be questioned, you cannot fault the playing form of Bruno Fernandes this season.Without his goals and assists it doesn’t bare thinking about the situation Man Utd would find themselves in now.The Portuguese midfielder got a goal and an assist this evening, scooping the man of the match award in the process.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedFT: Leicester 0-3 Man UtdThe Red Devils got a win on the road to help bring back a bit more confidence to this squad.Leicester huffed and puffed but struggled to cause the visitors any real problems.This offered a big chance for The Foxes, in the end underpinning that they have not got what is needed to secure Premier League safety.Copy linkCopiedFT: Leicester 0-3 Man UtdThe referee brings the game to a close.Man Utd have won this game without having to break a sweat.For Leicester, it seems their fate is unavoidable now.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-3 Man Utd90+6. It seems pointless for Man Utd to even hold a vote for their player of the season.Without Bruno Fernandes this season, if you could believe it, would have been considerably worse.His goals and creativity has kept this sinking ship afloat so often.Vardy has a late sight of goal but his drilled shot is too close to the keeper and is blocked.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-3 Man Utd90+4. If anyone was in doubt, the last two Premier League campaigns have really underpinned the gulf between this level and the Championship.The gulf has never been bigger.Dominating the league below and winning the title does not guarantee that you can mix it at this level with substantial investment in the squad also.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-3 Man Utd90+2. Despite the scoreline, this fixture offered a massive opportunity for The Foxes to get back to winning ways.They welcomed a side in a fragile state to the King Power who are experiencing a nightmare season for a club of their stature.Leicester really haven’t shown the hunger of a team who wanted to seize that opportunity whatsoever.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedLeicester 0-3 Man Utd90. The icing on the cake for the visitors.Dalot skips past his man and cuts it back to Fernandes on the edge of the box.His superb strike is always curling away from Hermansen as it clips the inside of the post on its way in.We are going to have eight minutes added.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd)Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd88. You have to question the mindset of the Leicester owners.Steve Cooper was quite vocal about how unprepared they were for life in the Premier League and how desperate he was to bring in players.They have banked upon Vardy scoring enough goals to keep them up and is a crazy notion to ask of a 38-year-old at this level.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd86. Zirkzee lands awkwardly after challenging for the ball.In the modern game you don’t know whether you should be worried or prepare yourself to be annoyed.So many players make a meal out of the slightest of contact and moments later they are sprinting around like they have received some miracle cure.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd84. Amorim makes some more changes to keep his side fresh.Hojlund still wont see out a full match despite his goal tonight.Not that it will bother him right now, he will be so relieved to finally get that monkey off his back.Obi comes on for a cameo to replaced him.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd82. The travelling fans will see this as a worthwhile trip having seen such a comfortable win for their team.Ruben Amorim will be wanting his players to keep focus and protect their clean sheet until the end of this match.They will have much tougher tests than this blunt Foxes’ attack but mindsets are key and not conceding tonight will no doubt boost that confidence.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd80. As a result of some of their recent defeats, you can see van Nistelrooy has instructed his team to get ten players behind the ball whenever they lose it.The problem with that is, if they win it back, there is not out-ball as Vardy is left so isolated up front.You could have the best striker in the world up front but he is going to pose no threat at all going up against a back four all on his own.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd78. That missed chance is exactly why Brighton have farmed him out to Leicester on loan.The youngster needs game time to get more experience at this level and improve his game.Then he may have had the foresight in that situation to dummy an effort to cause de Ligt to commit before shooting.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-2 Man Utd76. What a chance for Leicester to get back into the game.Vardy runs clear but slows his run for support to catch up.With two defenders in front of him, he threads a superb pass in between them to pick out Buonanotte.He shoots but de Ligt slides in makes a goal-saving block.The Foxes have created two big chances in this game, their faiilure to convert is why they are heading to defeat once again.Copy linkCopied More

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    Ant & Dec scream with joy and Alan Shearer loses his hat as Geordies go wild after Newcastle win Carabao Cup

    ANT and Dec were seen screaming with joy as they celebrated Newcastle’s Carabao Cup win along with fellow Geordies.Meanwhile, Alan Shearer was also spotted losing his hat amid the excitement.Ant and Dec celebrating with fans after Newcastle’s first goalCredit: ReutersAlan Shearer cheering in the stands after the second goalCredit: Sky SportsHe was then seen retrieving his hat from the floorCredit: Sky SportsThe 2-1 win against Liverpool on Sunday constituted the first domestic win for the Magpies since the 1955 FA Cup final.In a video posted to their shared TikTok account, comedy duo Ant and Dec shouted: “We did it!”After briefly pausing, they threw their heads back and resumed their jubilant screaming, shouting “Ahhhhh!” before bursting into laughter.Ant joked “I’ve lost my voice” while Dec said “I cannot believe it!”read more football newsAnt then added “this is amazing” while Dec said: “This is the best day of my life, apart from the wedding and the kids and all that. “But it’s the best day of my life!”The pair, both sporting black and white scarves, then signed off the video with more chanting and shouting.Earlier snaps showed the duo jumping for joy after a header by Dan Burn took Newcastle to a 1-0 lead just moments before half-time.Most read in FootballAnt leapt high into the air, while waving his scarf, as Dec thrust his arm around a fellow fan in the crowd of frenzied supporters.Shortly after half-time, top goal scorer Alexander Isak thumped in a second goal to double his side’s lead – as ex-team member Shearer’s hat went flying.Liverpool 1 Newcastle 2: Jubilant Toon finally end 70 years of heartache to win Carabao Cup in week from hell for RedsIn clips shown on TV, he could be seen retrieving the black baker boy cap after the celebrations had subsided.Before kick-off, the Toon Army took over Covent Garden in preparation for the long-anticipated clash.Meanwhile, Wembley was met with a wall of noise and a display of 32,000 black-and-white scarves.Newcastle had lost five Wembley finals since Jackie Milburn & Co triumphed in 1955, so this was a long overdue trophy for their passionate supporters.Manager Eddie Howe had been presented with various challenges prior to the game – including an injured Lewis Hall and banned Anthony Gordon.But, despite Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa clawing back a goal in injury time, the side romped home to its first domestic victory in 70 years.This makes Howe the first English manager to win a major English trophy in 17 years – after Harry Redknapp’s Portsmouth won the FA Cup in 2008.Burn’s scoring header comes just two days after he earned his first England call-up at the age of 32.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe 6ft 7 former Asda worker, who is renowned as one of the nicest men in football, was drafted in by new England chief Thomas Tuchel for the Wembley World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.Dec beamed at fellow fans during the gameCredit: ReutersAnt held up his scarf as he belted from the standsCredit: ReutersAlexander Isak celebrating with the trophyCredit: AlamyEddie Howe smiled for the cameras after the victoryCredit: Getty More

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    Leicester 0 Man Utd 3: Rasmus Hojlund’s first goal since December forces Van Nistelrooy’s Foxes closer to relegation

    MANCHESTER UNITED chose a night when the heavens opened and the rain tumbled down to end two goal droughts!Rasmus Hojlund scored for the first time since his double downed Viktoria Plzen on December 12 – to end his 22 game wait after a staggering 22 hours and 19 minutes.Rasmus Hojlund ended his goal drought with a strike against LeicesterCredit: GettyAlejandro Garnacho was also on target as Man Utd beat the Foxes 3-0Credit: ReutersBruno Fernandes fired in a late third for the visitorsCredit: PAAnd he was joined by another goal-starved Man United teammate as Alejandro Garnacho ended his four month wait for a goal.He last found the bet against Bodo Glimt in Europe but this was his first Premier League strike since November 10 – 25 games and 24 hours and 11 minutes ago.It sums up Leicester City’s season that his last goal was also scored against the Foxes!Man of the Match Bruno Fernandes wrapped up a cushy win for the Reds with a cracker in the 90th minute to extend Ruben Amorim’s unbeaten run to seven matches, with his 17th goal in all competitions.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSadly for Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side their own home goal drought was extended to SEVEN games – the first club in Premier League history to go so long without a goal in front of their own fans.They now appear doomed to relegation, nine points adrift of Wolves.Ten years ago Nigel Pearson’s Foxes were marooned at the bottom of the table for four-and-a-half months between late November and mid-April.But somehow they managed to win seven of their last nine fixtures to finish 14th and survive comfortably – earning the nickname ‘Dogs of War.’Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHowever even their staunchest fans wouldn’t bet on a repeat from the current bunch.The Foxes fans clearly feel their club has gone to the dogs this season.Sir Alex Ferguson spotted with unlikely TV star pal at Cheltenham again as legendary Man Utd boss bags £65k winner Within 15 minutes, and with the game still goalless, they displayed a banner which stated: “From Dogs of War to Doggy Day Care.”That was a reference to this season when Jannick Vestergaard hit the headlines for bringing his pet pooch – a Eurasier called Brady – to training with him!The home side certainly made a dog’s dinner of defending United’s opener just before the half hour.Not that Hojlund was complaining as he managed to remove the very large monkey which has been on his back since December!Hojlund opened the scoring after 28 minutesCredit: GettyIt marked his first goal for Man Utd since DecemberCredit: GettyHe finally found the net with a large helping hand from some feeble Foxes defending.Fernandes clipped a ball forward and Boubacar Soumare managed to get his feet in a fankle and failed to cut out the danger.That sprang Hojlund who cut in on goal but was helped by Wout Faes who – for reasons best known to himself – decided to initially back off, rather than block the striker’s route to goal.Hojlund couldn’t believe his luck as the Foxes defence parted, allowing him to slam the ball beyond Mads Hermansen into the far corner.Garnacho doubled United’s lead in the 67th minuteCredit: PAHe had only recently had a goal ruled out for offsideCredit: ReutersIt was no more than United deserved.Five minutes earlier Christian Eriksen thought he had given the visitors the lead when he worked a short corner with Fernandes.With no Foxes defender around to stop him the Dane curled a right footer around Hermansen from the corner of the box.However to his frustration the ball bounced off the inside of the far post and back out.Fernandes made sure of the result with a 90th minute wallopCredit: ReutersIt capped a fine performance from the captainCredit: GettyThe second half got off to a miserable start for United when 18-year-old defender Ayden Heaven – brilliant until then – was stretchered off after injuring his knee in a collision with Patson Daka.And there was more frustration when Hojlund set up Garnacho who cut inside Luke Thomas to beat Hermansen with a left footer.However he had strayed offside and his goal famine continued.But his perseverance paid off after 67 minutes when he finally broke his duck.United suffered an injury blow with impressive new defender Ayden HeavenCredit: PAThe centre-back was stretchered off in worrying scenesCredit: PAAgain Fernandes was at the heart of it as his initial pass was blocked by Victor Kristiansen.However the Portuguese skipper was first to react and knocked the rebound back to Garnacho who beat Hermansen at his near post.Leicester thought they were finally going to end their agony with a consolation goal 15 minutes from the end when Vardy set up sub Facundo Buonanotte in front of a gaping goal.But somehow Matthijs de Ligt slid in to block and frustrate the hapless Foxes.And Fernandes rubbed salt in gaping wounds when he added a third for United just before full-time.READ MORE SUN STORIESDiogo Dalot got round the back of the Foxes defence and squared to Fernandes who drilled the ball beyond Hermansen from the edge of the box.Leicester have now gone 10 and a half hours without scoring at home – it may be some time before they manage to break that particular record on this form!Man Utd ratings vs LeicesterMANCHESTER UNITED leapfrogged Tottenham into 13th in the Premier League by beating Leicester.Rasmus Hojlund was left to run in behind and shoot low into the bottom corner from an angle to open the scoring on 28 minutes.The Danish striker had not found the net since December 12 – a run of 21 matches.Alejandro Garnacho saw a goal chalked off for offside but there was no taking his snap-shot finish off him on 67 minutes.And skipper Bruno Fernandes rounded off the comfortable 3-0 win in style in the closing stages.Here’s how SunSport’s Graham Hill rated the Man Utd stars. 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    ‘This is astonishing’ say fans as Newcastle fans Ant & Dec ‘shown more times than Mo Salah’ during Carabao Cup final

    ANT & DEC got plenty of screen time as Newcastle beat Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final.The Toon triumphed 2-1 to end their astonishing 70-year trophy drought at Wembley.Ant & Dec celebrate Newcastle’s cup final triumphCredit: Sky SportsThe duo shared a plush box for the Wembley showpieceCredit: ReutersAs Newcastle’s most famous fans, comedy duo Ant & Dec were never going to miss the match.And broadcasters Sky Sports couldn’t resist showing several shots of the jubilant pair.One fan wrote on social media: “We’ve seen Ant and Dec more times than Salah today. This is ASTONISHING.”To which a second replied: “Is Salah on the pitch?”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother similarly added: “We’ve seen more of Ant & Dec than Salah.”Liverpool’s Egyptian talisman endured a frustrating afternoon at Wembley.Having scored 27 goals in 29 Premier League appearances this season, Salah didn’t even register a shot during the Carabao Cup final.The Reds’ defeat completed a disappointing week, during which they were also dumped out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFans spotted Ant, 49, wearing a Jason Tindall scarf.Eddie Howe’s assistant was often seen to take centre stage in the dugout, being the first to shake hands with opposition managers at full time. Inside Newcastle’s wild dressing room celebrations as Burn does trademark dance and Longstaff drinks out of Carabao CupFans were quick to comment on Ant’s choice of scarf.One wrote on X: “Ant & Dec wearing a scarf with Jason Tindall’s face on was not on by bingo card for today. Love it.”After his side’s victory, Howe confessed that Newcastle were well aware of the club’s trophy drought.The 47-year-old told Sky Sports: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent today.”We worked consistently for two weeks on set plays just for this game and if you had seen us in practice you would have said we haad no chance.”We couldn’t believe Dan Burn scored – he didn’t train like that! He was a colossus for us.”Ant McPartlin was spotted wearing a Jason Tindall scarfCredit: Sky Sports More