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      Real Madrid stunned as Lille end their mammoth 36-GAME unbeaten run with 1-0 win in Champions League

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      REAL MADRID’S 36-game unbeaten run collapsed as Lille stunned the Champions League holders.Jonathan David’s penalty also stopped Los Blancos equalling a club record of 15 straight games in Europe’s top club competition without defeat.Jonathan David hails his penalty winner for LilleCredit: GettyJude Bellingham shows his frustration as Real slumped 1-0Credit: GettyReal striker Kylian Mbappe came on for defender Eder Militao but it proved in vain as Lille pulled off an early shock in this season’s Champions LeagueCredit: ReutersCarlo Ancelotti’s LaLiga champs have stuttered all season.Yet until now they had not tasted a loss since Atletico Madrid KO’d them 4-2 after extra-time in the Copa del Rey in January.And Real’s last Champions League reverse was as long ago as May 2023 – a 4-0 semi-final second-leg loss to Manchester City at the Etihad.But Lille were as impressive for the first hour as Los Blancos were subdued for large spells.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd only Real keeper Andriy Lunin’s breathtaking double save denied Canadian striker David.Finally, in first-half stoppage-time, VAR ruled Eduardo Camavinga had blocked Edon Zhegrova’s free-kick with his arm.And David – long linked with Premier League clubs – fired home the resulting spot kick.Real’s England midfielder Jude Bellingham was booked as his side struggled.Most read in Champions LeagueDavid tucks his spot-kick winner as Real’s Aurelien Tchouameni looks onCredit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut Kylian Mbappe – returning following a thigh problem – came off the bench to help Ancelotti’s men pile on the pressure late on.Ex-Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger had a header cleared off the line.Kate Abdo stuns in bold outfit live on CBS Sports for Champions League coverage sending fans into meltdownArda Guler then nodded a gaping chance straight at Lille stopper Lucas Chevalier. Nonetheless, the French hosts will feel they deservedly held on for one of their finest ever victories.And to make things worse for Mbappe, his 17-year-old younger brother Ethan, who only missed out on playing for Lille due to a muscle problem, was shown by TNT Sports LEADING the home team’s dressing-room celebrations.And for Real their mediocre form now faces its most intensive examination.Barcelona are three points clear of Los Blancos in LaLiga.And Real are at home to third-placed Villarreal on Saturday.But it’s in the Champions League where Ancelotti might suffer the most heat.Real did beat Stuttgart 3-1 in their opener last month.But after Wednesday’s loss, they face Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Liverpool next.Ancelotti’s side will still expect to finish in the top 24 and advance to from the new-look group stage.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, they will need positive results in some tricky clashes if they are to finish in the top eight and punch a fast-track ticket to the last 16.If they finish between 9th and 24th in the 36-team league, they will face an extra two-legged knockout tie. More

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      Fans ask ‘do they hate him?’ as Micah Richards gets savaged live on CBS Sports with segment dedicated to his mistakes

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      MICAH RICHARDS had his Aston Villa career dissected by his CBS Sports co-stars during Wednesday night’s Champions League coverage.Richards was alongside the usual crew of Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher for the European clashes.Micah Richards was teased by his CBS colleagues for his time at Aston VillaCredit: CBS SPORTSDamning stats showing his time at Villa Park were used during the broadcastCredit: CBS SPORTSWith Aston Villa’s matchup with Bayern Munich one of the biggest games of the night, the CBS panel began discussing Richards’ four-year spell with the Villans.But instead of glowing about the twilight of the 36-year-old’s career, the pundits ripped into his time at Villa Park – pulling up some damning stats as evidence. A stats graphic, hilariously titled “Big Meeks: Four glorious years at Aston Villa”, painted the picture of his injury riddled spell in Birmingham.Showing that Richards had made just 31 appearances during the four-tear stint, missing 142 games and being an unused substitute 41 times.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the teasing didn’t stop there, Carragher then got up some old videos of a number of the former Man City star’s in-game mistakes – talking them through live on CBS Sports.The retired Liverpool centre-back highlighted four goals that Richards was as fault for during his playing days with Villa, showing clips of defensive mistakes against Arsenal, Norwich, Everton and Southampton.Fans couldn’t believe how much Richards’ colleague had ripped into him and took to social media to react.One wrote: “Do they hate him? Jeez”.Most read in FootballThe whole panel piled in on Micah RichardsCredit: CBS SPORTSJamie Carragher ran through some of Richards’ high-profile mistakes at VillaCredit: CBS SPORTSFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhile another added: “They roasted him so badly!”A third commented: “They did big Meeks dirty”.Watch Micah Richards’ hilarious reaction after Arsenal hero David Raya reveals favourite CBS pundit in awkward interviewAnd a fourth joked: “This is the beginning of Micah’s villain arc”.Richards was a good sport and laughed it all off, while giving an explanation for why he struggled for form at Villa.Joshing: “I was in a bad place guys, but I did score a goal!”Richards has made a habit of being picked on since taking his role at CBS and in a recent interview with The Ringer, the show’s coordinating producer Pete Radovich explained that he has embraced the role.Radovich said: “As the show organically took shape, it was clear to us that Micah was going to be the little brother that everyone picked on, and it just so happens he’s in the last chair [on set].”While Richards added that he “never takes it to heart”.Aston Villa certainly didn’t need Richards for their clash with Bayern on Wednesday, pulling off a spectacular 1-0 win over the European giants at Villa Park. More

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      Chelsea legend Eidur Gudjohnsen’s incredible footballing legacy, with three sons following in his footsteps

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      CHELSEA legend Eidur Gudjohnsen has a remarkable footballing legacy that extends far beyond his own playing career.The former Iceland striker, 46, led the line for a host of Europe’s biggest clubs including PSV, Barcelona, Monaco and Tottenham.Eidur Gudjohnsen won two Premier League titles at ChelseaCredit: GettyHe enjoyed a 22-year professional career before hanging up his boots in 2016Credit: GettyGudjohnsen’s three sons, once seen on the Stamford Bridge turf years ago, are now following in his footsteps on the football pitchCredit: RexIt is an incredible family legacy in football that now spawns three generationsCredit: GettyBut it was his time at Stamford Bridge that most English fans will remember him for.He scored 78 goals in 263 games for Chelsea, winning two Premier League titles and a League Cup with the club.Gudjohnsen, whose dad Arnor played for Boredaux and Iceland, went on to win the Champions League at Barcelona, eventually hanging up his boots in 2016 after a 22-year professional career.Now all THREE of his sons are following in his footsteps as they make their own ways in the game – and SunSport has taken a look at each of them.READ MORE ON CHELSEASveinn Aron GudjohnsenForward Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen, 26, is the eldest of the three boys and started in Barcelona’s academy during his dad’s time at the club.He then moved to Spanish side Gava, before he returned to Iceland in 2016 for stints with Valur and Breidablik.He earned a transfer to Italian club Spezia two years later, before spells followed in Sweden and Germany.Now he is playing for Sarpsborg in Norway, while he has also been capped 20 times by Iceland.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has 22 goals in 128 games for club and country.Sarpsborg forward Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen is Eidur’s oldest sonCredit: GettyDaniel GudjohnsenDaniel Gudjohnsen, 18, is the youngest of the trio and is also a forward.Premier League fathers and sonsHis youth career spanned Gava, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Malmo.He made his first-team debut for Malmo last year and in October 2023 was named by The Guardian as one of the best players in the world born in 2006.Daniel has been capped by Iceland’s age group sides, but has not yet received a senior call-up.Malmo star Daniel Gudjohnsen is the youngest of the three boysCredit: RexAndri GudjohnsenAndri Gudjohnsen, 22, is also a forward and is poised to come up against his dad’s old side Chelsea in the Europa Conference League on Thursday.Like his two brothers, Andri’s youth career came in Spain for Barcelona, Gava, Espanyol and Real Madrid.He played 21 games for Real’s B side and scored four goals, before he left the Spanish giants for Swedish side IFK Norrkoping in 2022.He scored just once in 32 appearances for Norrkoping, before he joined Danish club Lyngby in August last year – where he bagged 13 goals in 28 games.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat spell earned him a transfer to Belgian top flight side Gent in the summer.He has 26 caps for his country and has scored six goals.Gent attacker Andri Gudjohnsen will face Chelsea on Thursday eveningCredit: RexThe three sons of Chelsea legend Eidur have all become footballersCredit: InstagramCan you name the famous fathers? More

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      ‘We are MAD’ – Ten Hag tells raging Man Utd flops to channel anger of Tottenham humiliation into must-win Porto clash

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      ERIK TEN HAG reckons his raging Manchester United players will be ready to unleash their frustration against Porto.United boss Ten Hag is fighting to save his job following Sunday’s embarrassing 3-0 defeat to Spurs.Erik ten Hag has told his players to channel their anger against PortoCredit: ReutersManchester United were thrashed 3-0 by Tottenham at Old Trafford on SundayCredit: GettyThe Dutchman, who has seen Bruno Fernandes’ red card overturned, said: “As always, when we are not winning, we are very disappointed and we are also mad. Mad with ourselves and especially when you lose a game like Sunday.”When you have to play for such a long time with 10 players and after the red card is overturned, that gives you frustration because to play with 10 men is of course never in your advantage.”It had a real impact on the game but you have to deal with it. We are mad and from the madness we have to get motivation and go onto the next game.”Ten Hag could face the sack if United lose in the Europa League in Portugal and also suffer a bad result against Aston Villa on Sunday.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAsked why the team is lacking belief against Spurs, Ten Hag said: “I think on Sunday, they were lacking belief but I have seen so many games where they have been confident. Against City in the FA Cup final and in the Community Shield.”Against Porto, we face a big challenge and we know what the atmosphere will be like. They are a good team with good players who defend aggressively and know how to get the right result.”Yet Ten Hag, who will be without Mason Mount on Thursday night after he suffered a head injury, claims he is not panicking.He said: “Nothing is easy, but this is nothing for me to panic about because I experienced it so often with my teams during seasons that you are facing those problems.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”So, we can sort them out, this team can sort this out. When it’s in an individual area, we can sort those problems out.”Asked if he will be sacked if these next two matches go badly, he said: “I’m not thinking about this. I’m not anxious as well.”Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5.Porto boss Vitor Bruno claims he is expecting a tough battle.Asked about Ten Hag, he said: “I’ve heard a lot of people saying that he was coming with a rope around his neck but it would be a huge mistake to underestimate them.”We are talking about world-class players. If you tell a different story, it doesn’t relate to the truth.”Any club has problems but we have to be on our toes and very alert. It’s going to be very hard. Utd are 13th in the Premier League but let’s see how things turn out.Ten Hag admitted ‘we are mad’ ahead of their Europa League clash on Thursday nightCredit: EPA”We are talking about amazing, exciting players. Maybe they are not having their best moment, but we have to know where the danger is coming from and have the right state of mind.”I haven’t met him (Ten Hag) yet, but I would love to. In Portugal, if you lose one match you are almost dead.READ MORE SUN STORIES”There is a coach here, (Carlos) Carvahal who was in the Premier League and the Championship.”He says in England the coaches have a glass of wine together after the match. If Ten Hag wants, the dressing-room is open for him.” More

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      Stunned fans ask ‘I thought Martin Tyler had retired?’ as legendary Sky Sports commentator returns to UK screens

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      FANS were left gasping “I thought he retired” as legendary Sky Sports commentator Martin Tyler returned to UK screens.The man known as the “Voice of the Premier League” left his role at Sky last year after 33 years in the beautiful game.Martin Tyler shocked fans as he made a return to UK screensCredit: GettyTyler brought fans many memorable moments, including the famous Sergio Aguero line as Man City netted late goals to win their first Premier League title in 2011.The ace’s absence was notable last term, with many lamenting his exit.But contrary to belief, Tyler has not yet retired.And he delighted fans by returning to screens for Sky rival TNT Sports.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTyler delivered a passionate performance as he commentated on Atletico Madrid’s Champions League group stage defeat to Benfica.And supporters quickly took to social media to express their surprise and delight.One said: “I thought Martin Tyler had retired?”Another declared: “Martin Tyler on TNT Sports, what on earth.”Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSOne added: “When you sign up Tyler it seems odd to relegate him to a game nobody is watching.”However, it’s not the first time Tyler has appeared on TNT Sports.Football stars’ weird phobiasAround Christmas last year, he took over commentary duties for the group game between Porto and Shakhtar Donetsk.Tyler also works with the Premier League’s production team.And he provides commentary for the worldwide feed of English top-flight games. More

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      Arsenal legend’s son signs for non-league club as he is handed career lifeline after four months unemployed

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      A NON-LEAGUE side have handed a career lifeline to the son of an Arsenal legend.The 26-year-old had been without a club for four months after being released in the summer.A non-league side have signed the son of an Arsenal legend after four months as a free agentCredit: AlamyHe left Bromley in June following their promotion to League Two, a year-and-a-half on from signing for the club.Meanwhile, the attacking midfielder previously had a spell with Watford after arriving in England.His new club have now handed him a chance to reignite his career, though, as he joins his fourth senior side.National League South outfit Welling United confirmed his arrival on a free transfer on Wednesday.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe Wings have added Dutchman Mitchel Bergkamp, son of Gunners icon Dennis, to their ranks.Rod Stringer’s side currently sit 18th in the sixth tier following a 6-0 loss to Boreham Wood in their last match.Bergkamp could make his debut this weekend when his new club host Weston-super-Mare on Saturday afternoon.He arrives after scoring once in 10 appearances for Bromley and also played for Dutch side Almere City before heading to England.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHis dad even coached him at Almere during a brief spell as the club’s under-21 assistant manager.The ex-Ajax, Inter Milan and Netherlands forward is best known in England for his time in North London, though.Watch Thierry Henry awkwardly admit ‘I saw Bukayo Saka at the Arsenal academy and didn’t think he’d be that good’Mitchel Bergkamp was released by Bromley in June after their promotion to League TwoCredit: AlamyThe Dutch midfielder is the son of Gunners icon Dennis BergkampCredit: Instagram / @officialdennisbergkampBergkamp scored 120 goals in 422 appearances during 11 years at Highbury.During that time, he also won 10 trophies including a trio of Premier League titles.Since retiring aged 37 in 2006, he has held several coaching roles but has been away from the dugout since leaving Almere in 2019.Bergkamp won three Premier League titles during 11 years in North LondonCredit: Getty More

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      Unai Emery performs one of most ruthless acts in football in Aston Villa’s Champions League clash against Bayern

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      UNAI EMERY didn’t hold back with his tactics during Aston Villa’s 1-0 Champions League win over Bayern Munich on Wednesday.The Villa boss substituted Leon Bailey off the pitch just 33 minutes after bringing the winger on.Unai Emery made a ruthless decision during Aston Villa’s 1-0 win over Bayern Munich on WednesdayCredit: GettyThe manager hooked Leon Bailey 33 minutes after bringing him on the pitchCredit: TNT SPORTSBailey had been substituted on in the first half after an injury to Jacob RamseyCredit: AlamyBailey wasn’t happy with the decision but still made a respectful exit from the pitchCredit: TNT SPORTSBailey had been introduced in the first half after Jacob Ramsey was forced off with injury in the 27th minute.But after failing to make an impact on the game, Emery had seen enough after just 15 minutes of the second half.In the 60th minute the former Arsenal boss decided he as going to change things up, hooking Bailey and replacing him with Ian Maatsen.Bailey had made just six accurate passes during his time on the pitch and had given the ball away twice.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans were shocked but ultimately understanding on social media.One wrote: “Unai Emery brought in Leon Bailey as a forced substitute in first half, and subbed him off in second half before 60 mins. A coach that requires standards”.While another added: “That’s how you know your manager is reading the game.”A third commented: “Unai Emery couldn’t stand his performance then got rid of him and rightly so”.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd a fourth chimed in: “Leon Bailey was poor, not surprised he got subbed off. Even though he came on as a sub.”Bailey didn’t kick up a fuss when heading off, as players have been known to do in the past, despite being visibly miffed by the decision. Fans ask ‘do they hate him-‘ as Micah Richards gets savaged live on CBS Sports with segment dedicated to his mistakesInstead the Jamaican International accepted his fate and shook the hand of the manager as he made his way to the bench.Emery’s tactics appeared to be working with another tactical change just 10 minutes later making the difference between the two sides.The 52-year-old brought on Jhon Duran for Ollie Watkins in the 70th minute.Just nine minutes after the bold change and the 20-year-old Colombian pulled off a wonderful chip to beat Manuel Neuer and secure a mammoth win for Villa over European giants Bayern Munich.Unbelievably, Villa are now effectively joint-top of the Champions League group phase having won both of their opening two games in the competition.Emery made the bold decision to sub Ollie Watkins late in the gameCredit: ReutersIt paid off when substitute Jhon Duran lobbed Manuel Neuer just nine minutes laterCredit: RexDuran’s goal fired Villa to a 1-0 win over Bayern MunichCredit: Reuters More

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      TV cameras quickly cut away as fan appears to go to snort substance during Aston Villa’s clash against Bayern Munich

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      TNT SPORTS quickly cut away from a Bayern Munich fan after he appeared to be preparing to snort a substance off his hand at Villa Park.The Bundesliga giants travelled to the Midlands for a blockbuster Champions League clash against Unai Emery’s Aston Villa on Wednesday night – and came away beaten 1-0.TNT Sports cameras cut to a Bayern Munich fan in the crowdHe appeared to be preparing to snort something from his hand when the cameras cut awayDuring the first half the cameras cut to the travelling German supporters to capture a sense of the atmosphere.But instead they showed a Bayern fan who seemed to pour something on his hand and prepare to snort it.A lightning quick response from the TNT Sports producers ensured they cut away before anything else was shown.It came just five minutes before Villa had a goal disallowed in the match.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEmery’s side were looking to build on their 3-0 win over Young Boys in their Champions League opener.Bayern promised to be a much more formidable opposition as Harry Kane and Co rocked up at Villa Park.But the hosts took the lead in the 79th minute when Colombian striker Jhon Duran lobbed Bayern’s veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer from 30 yards.The goal sparked wild scenes at Villa Park, and echoed the club’s memorable European Cup final triumph over the German side in 1982.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSVilla have started the season in impressive form, winning four and drawing one of their six Premier League games.They sit fifth in the table, just two points adrift of pace-setters Liverpool.Watch Thierry Henry awkwardly admit ‘I saw Bukayo Saka at the Arsenal academy and didn’t think he’d be that good’Following their clash with Bayern, they host Manchester United on Sunday in their final game before the international break. More