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      Terrifying moment football thugs launch firecrackers and stones at train filled with rival supporters

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      FOOTBALL thugs launched firecrackers and stones at a train filled with rival supporters in terrifying scenes.Video footage showed windows of the carriages smashed and explosions going off beside the tracks.Football thugs launched rocks at a train carrying rival fansCredit: X formerly TwitterWindows of the carriage were cracked in terrifying scenesCredit: X formerly TwitterAccording to Waz in Germany, approximately 700 Rot-Weiss Essen fans were making the long train journey for their side’s third-tier league clash away at Hansa Rostock on a special train service across the country. But the early train – which apparently set off at 2.30am on Saturday morning – was stopped around 9.45am due to thick fog.It is understood the emergency brake had been deployed.But while stationary, the train was attacked by yobs.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAn estimated 200 assailants launched various missiles towards the carriage including rocks which cracked the windows. The football criminals were decked out in masks to cover their identity.But it is reported they are likely to be Hansa Rostock fans. Around 150 Essen supporters allegedly got off the train and clashed with the rivals outside the carriages. Most read in FootballDue to the nature of the unexpected stoppage of the train, it is understood the clash between the rivals was not a pre-arranged meeting for the dust-ups.Police confirmed the incident to local media and that investigations are ongoing.Lincoln’s Ethan Erhahon reveals players STOLE the physio’s car and he was offered a ‘scrap’ with a fan – What the EFLTV fixtures in DecemberHere are all the games that will be televised in December…Tuesday 3 December19:30 Ipswich v Crystal Palace (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Leicester v West Ham (Amazon Prime Video)Wednesday 4 December19:30 Everton v Wolves (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Man City v Nott’m Forest (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Newcastle v Liverpool (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Southampton v Chelsea (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Arsenal v Man Utd (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Aston Villa v Brentford (Amazon Prime Video)Thursday 5 December19:30 Fulham v Brighton (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 AFC Bournemouth v Spurs (Amazon Prime Video)Saturday 7 December12:30 Everton v Liverpool (TNT Sports)17:30 Man Utd v Nott’m Forest (Sky Sports)Sunday 8 December14:00 Fulham v Arsenal (Sky Sports)16:30 Spurs v Chelsea (Sky Sports)Monday 9 December20:00 West Ham v Wolves (Sky Sports)Saturday 14 December17:30 Nott’m Forest v Aston Villa (Sky Sports)Sunday 15 December14:00 AFC Bournemouth v West Ham (Sky Sports)16:30 Man City v Man Utd (Sky Sports)19:00 Southampton v Spurs (TNT Sports)Monday 16 December20:00 Brighton v Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)Saturday 21 December12:30 Aston Villa v Man City (TNT Sports)17:30 Crystal Palace v Arsenal (Sky Sports)Sunday 22 December14:00 Fulham v Southampton (Sky Sports)16:30 Spurs v Liverpool (Sky Sports)Thursday 26 December12:30 Man City v Everton (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 AFC Bournemouth v Crystal Palace (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Chelsea v Fulham (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Newcastle v Aston Villa (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Nott’m Forest v Spurs (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Southampton v West Ham (Amazon Prime Video)17:30 Wolves v Man Utd (Amazon Prime Video)20:00 Liverpool v Leicester (Amazon Prime Video)Friday 27 December19:30 Brighton v Brentford (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Arsenal v Ipswich (Amazon Prime Video)Sunday 29 December14:30 Leicester v Man City (Sky Sports)17:15 West Ham v Liverpool (Sky Sports)Monday 30 December20:00 Man Utd v Newcastle (Sky Sports)However, there is yet to be any news regarding injuries. The Waz report added that kick-off in the first league meeting between the two teams since 2007 was delayed by 30 minutes. But although a replacement train was arranged, it was unclear whether the 700 travelling supporters would make it Rostock for the start of the match. In total, 2,000 Essen fans were heading to northern Germany to watch their team in 3 Liga action – with ex-Arsenal youngster Thomas Eisfeld on the bench.The yobs wore masks to cover their identityCredit: X formerly TwitterThe 700 Essen fans tried to take cover on the stranded trainCredit: X formerly TwitterWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Man Utd 2025-26 home kit ‘to pay tribute to Old Trafford’ as Sir Jim Ratcliffe plots demolition of iconic stadium

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S home kit for next season will pay tribute to Old Trafford ahead of potential plans to demolish the stadium, according to reports.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos team released plans to build a stunning 100,000-seat “Wembley of the North” stadium at an adjacent site to where Old Trafford sits.Man Utd’s home kit next season will pay homage to Old TraffordCredit: APThe plans involved the scaling back of the original 114-year old ground to 30,000 seats to preserve its tradition.However, reports emerged last month claiming club chiefs were considering the idea of demolishing the original ground.This was because the plan to let the women’s team use the scaled-back stadium was not seen as viable.Regardless, according to leaked information about Man Utd’s home kit for next season, manufacturer Adidas will use it to pay homage to the iconic stadium.READ MORE IN MAN UTDFooty Headlines report the kit will have a unique print on the sleeve.However, while the main colour will remain red, the accent of the colour is unknown.United have not used sleeve prints on their home shirts for many years.They have usually been left plain or have a pattern that flows from the front of the shirt.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhat we know about the ‘new’ Old TraffordMANCHESTER UNITED plan to build a new stadium rather than redevelop Old Trafford.The decision was made after a number of fact-finding missions to other stadiums including the Bernabeu and Nou Camp.The cost of the project is expected to be a staggering £2billion.A capacity of 100,000 is expected.It is felt that a club of United’s standing should have a new state-of-the-art facility.The new stadium will be built on land adjacent to the Red Devils’ current home.United are looking to not only build a stadium but regenerate the area of Trafford where the ground will stand.There had been plans to KEEP Old Trafford rather than demolish it, and use it as a scaled down second venue.However, it’s looking increasing likely that it will in fact be entirely demolished.The club consulted with 30,000 fans about what to do and believe there is roughly a 50-50 split on staying or moving.The club have appointed the architects Foster + Partners to come up with a “masterplan”. The company were behind Wembley Stadium.Old Trafford has been United’s home since 1910.The target is for completion by 2030. The new kit will also be a callback to United’s home jersey from 1996-98, which had a bespoke sleeve print.Other leaks about United’s kits next season have suggested they will wear a purple away strip.Man Utd wages 2024-25 revealedPurple is a colour the club has never used before, while the inspiration behind it will be a throwback to the 1990-92 kit.The kit will be a throwback to the one they wore between 1996-98Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Man City accidentally name injured star with horror broken leg on teamsheet – before quickly correcting mistake

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      MANCHESTER CITY accidentally named an injured star on their bench to play Southampton – before quickly changing it. The Premier League champions host the Saints sitting a point behind leaders Liverpool. Oscar Bobb with manager Pep GuardiolaCredit: PAAnd they went into the match with four first-team players missing; Kevin De Bruyne, Kyle Walker, Jeremy Doku and Jack Grealish. But there was actually a fifth with Oscar Bobb also sidelined – but the matchday teamsheet said otherwise. Bobb – out with a horror broken leg injury – was mistakenly named instead of James McAtee.But City soon amended the mistake with a re-print of the team sheet. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBobb was a standout in City’s pre-season tour but a freak training injury before the season started has left him sidelined until the New Year. City are still without playmaker Kevin de Bruyne too after he came off in the Champions League against Inter Milan in September. He has missed the last seven games with manager Pep Guardiola unsure when he will return. Guardiola said when probed: “I don’t know. Of course, I prefer to have all of the squad with the amount of games but it is what it is.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Hopefully he comes back soon but I don’t know yet. I would like to tell you but I don’t know.” City come into the game having won their last four, running riot midweek with a 5-0 hammering against Sparta Praha. Man City player ratings: Even Pep Guardiola can’t believe how good Erling Haaland is as new Samba man fails to shine (1) More

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      Uefa issue two referees with huge bans after drunkenly taking road sign before Champions League clash

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      UEFA have banned two referees for drunkenly taking a road sign before a Champions League clash.Bartosz Frankowski and Tomasz Musial were arrested in the Polish city of Lubin back in August.Uefa have banned Polish referee Bartosz Frankowski after he drunkenly took a signCredit: GettyTomasz Musial has also been suspended following the incident in Lubin back in AugustCredit: GettyThe pair had been appointed as VAR and AVAR officials for the third qualifying round tie between Dynamo Kyiv and Rangers.However, they were replaced by the Polish FA following their drunken antics the night before the match.Police caught the two referees on CCTV before arresting them, with Uefa fining them at the time.Frankowski and Musial have now both been handed lengthy bans for their behaviour.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey have been suspended until June 30, 2025 by Uefa’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body.Their punishment is for breaking “basic rules of decent conduct”, the governing body confirmed.In a statement, Frankowski said: “I am still trying to find words that will sufficiently express how much I regret this incident and how sorry I am.”I realise that with one such violation, I ruined 22 years of refereeing, ruined my entire career. I should have calmly prepared for the match and not gone anywhere.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”As one of the police officers later told me, our prank was spotted by CCTV cameras and they intervened. I would like to clarify that we were in no way aggressive. These were stupid jokes.”We did not suspect that it would be perceived this way. We had no bad intentions. It was stupidity, an idiotic fantasy, I don’t even know what to call it.”Furious former Champions League finalists’ fans protest against club owner He also claimed the incident was simply a “prank” and had been a “stupid game” that went wrong.The 38-year-old, who is a Fifa referee, added: “Now, looking back, I understand that it was not a very smart idea.”It was a sign that was lying next to where road works were being carried out and we were passing by.”I am very sorry that this happened. And on a purely human level, it was stupid, because I know that my unfortunate behaviour will cast a shadow on many years of hard work.”What happened was irresponsible and unprofessional on my part, and I am fully aware of that.”I would just like to emphasise that there were no acts of aggression in my behaviour, I did not break the law and there was no unlawful behaviour on my part towards police officers or anyone.”Frankowski admits the incident was a ‘stupid game’ which went wrongCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd stars spotted at League One stadium as they train in London before huge West Ham clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED trained at League One Leyton Orient ahead of their clash with West Ham.The Red Devils are looking to stretch their unbeaten run to five matches at London Stadium.Man Utd trained at Leyton Orient ahead of their trip to West HamCredit: GettyAnd they have been given a helping hand in their preparation as Leyton Orient granted them access to their stadium.Erik ten Hag led a training session on the Brisbane Road pitch, including set-piece drills.Orient play just two miles away from West Ham and have hosted Liverpool in the recent past.United face an out-of-form Hammers team who were thrashed 4-1 by Tottenham last week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Ten Hag is also desperate for a win with United 12th after picking up just three wins from their opening eight games.The Dutchman was pleased to pick up another point on the road in the Europa League against Fenerbahce on Thursday, and afterwards admitted he has already wiped one game this season from his memory.Asked about the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham, Ten Hag said: “I deny that game.“I ignore that game against Spurs because we were down to ten with a 1-0 losing position and then the red card was overturned.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“That is not a fair assessment because we didn’t have the chance to bounce back.“Everyone agreed it was not the right decision, that it was an injustice and it is also an injustice to assess the team on that performance.”Watch Jose Mourinho’s hilarious reaction after Man Utd keeper Andre Onana’s ‘double worldy’ save More

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      Championship clash temporarily suspended after bizarre moment man flies over stadium

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      THE CHAMPIONSHIP clash between Coventry and Luton was temporarily suspended when a person FLEW over the ground.Referee, Robert Madley, called a halt to proceedings when somebody was seen paragliding over the Coventry Building Society Arena.A person was seen flying over the Coventry stadiumThe strange incident caused the game to stop temporarilyThe game was resumed by Robert Madley once the flyer was goneCredit: Sky SportsIn the 81st minute of the game, cameras stopped filming the match action to watch the peculiar flight path above them.The person was seen in a seated position with a red, black and white glide fully extended.A huge paramotor behind the pilot was helping direct them over the skies of Coventry.The match resumed after the flyer had gone over the stadium stand and was no longer visible.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReacting to the extraordinary stunt, one fan on social media said: “Dude casually flying over the match between Coventry vs Luton FC.”A second said: “Coventry City vs Luton Town has been interrupted by Moe Szyslak.”A third said: “Hahahaha one paragliding over the stadium at Coventry and Luton Town. Paragliding is the discipline.”Another said: “Why’s someone just flying about the Coventry game?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe game itself saw Luton take the lead through a Carlton Morris penalty after 15 minutes.Elijah Adebayo then got on the scoresheet in the 37th minute, which came after the 26-year-old had suffered vile racist abuse following their 2-1 loss to Sunderland on Wednesday.Eight bizarre football rules you may not knowHowever, Ellis Simms got the hosts back into the game with his 59th minute strike, before Victor Torp netted an equaliser in the 76th minute.Following a sending off for Tom Holmes, Haji Wright then scored an injury-time winner for Coventry to complete their comeback. More

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      Ex-Arsenal star who quit to join Man Utd needs just 11 SECONDS to score first goal as he bags 14-minute hat-trick

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      CHIDO OBI-MARTIN has been described as “a cheat code” after scoring a 14-minute hat-trick for Manchester United Under-18s.The 16-year-old had a long-running transfer saga after quitting Arsenal before he was allowed to finally join Man Utd in late September.Chido Obi-Martin scored after just 11 seconds for Man Utd U18sCredit: TwitterIt set him on the road to score a 14-minute hat-trickCredit: TwitterObi-Martin failed to score on his U18 Prem debut for United off the bench against Sunderland last week.However, he more than made up for it in his second appearance against Nottingham Forest.Named in the starting XI by manager Adam Lawrence, Obi-Martin then took just 11 seconds to get on the scoresheet.It came as he chased down the ball following an underhit back pass to the goalkeeper, before going around the goalie and passing the ball into the back of the net.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLObi-Martin was then on hand again in the fifth minute, when a defender managed to get their foot to a low cross to the edge of the area.But the touch kindly fell to Obi-Martin, who then took a touch before burying a shot across goal and into the bottom left corner.He then sensationally bagged his hat-trick in the 14th minute to put the young Red Devils 3-0 ahead.Reacting to the stunning display, one fan said: “What a talent.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Bring him to the first team.”A third said: “Get him in the first team right now.”New Man Utd signing arrives at Old Trafford for first time since transfer… only to see horror show against TottenhamAnother said: “Promote him to the first team and watch him cook.”Obi-Martin had scored 32 goals in 18 matches in the U18 Premier League last season, including netting TEN in one game against Liverpool.He was replaced by Victor Musa at half-time against Forest, denying him the chance to add to his goal tally.James Scanlon – another highly-rated prospect who fans have called to be promoted to the first team – added United’s fourth in the 39th minute.Amir Ibragimov then scored a fifth on the stroke of half-time as the teams went in with a five-goal difference.Jim Thwaites added the final and sixth goal of the game.United’s biggest win of the season so far saw them batter Blackburn 9-0 in September. They have a 100 per cent win rate so far this season, having lost just twice last season on route to the Treble.Man Utd’s senior team have struggled for goals this season, having only netted seven times in eight league matches. READ MORE SUN STORIESThey face West Ham on Sunday hoping to ditch their profligate shooting and build on the win over Brentford last weekend, when Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund got on the scoresheet.The much improved performance against the Bees came as manager Erik ten Hag made a tactical switch that saw Marcus Rashford take up a surprise role.The teen joined United after a long running transfer saga after quitting ArsenalCredit: GettyMan Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.SunSport’s Emillia Hawkins rates the performances…Andre Onana – 7Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 5Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.Matthijs de Ligt – 6Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.Victor Lindelof – 4Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.Hauled off in the 54th minute.Lisandro Martinez – 5Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.Christian Eriksen – 7Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.Manuel Ugarte – 6Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.Marcus Rashford – 5Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute. More

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      David Beckham plants kiss on cheek of daughter Harper at Inter Miami game as wife Victoria and son Cruz also attend

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      DAVID BECKHAM kissed daughter Harper on her cheek during Inter Miami’s game against Atlanta United.Wife Victoria and son Cruz were also in attendance at the Chase Stadium.David Beckham kissed daughter Harper on the cheek before kick-offCredit: APSon Cruz was also in attendanceCredit: APCruz has been at several Inter Miami games this yearCredit: GettyVictoria Beckham also turned up for the crunch clashCredit: AFPIt was a big occasion for the Beckhams’ with Inter Miami competing in the MLS Cup play-offs, having won the Eastern Conference.Miami got off to a fast start as Luis Suarez scored in the second minute, and they went on to win the match 2-1 with another former Barcelona player Jordi Alba grabbing the winner.Beckham, 49, was in a good mood even before kick-off and he planted a kiss on his daughter Harper, 13, who looked less than impressed.Cruz, 19, was spotted back alongside his dad having watched Lionel Messi score a hat-trick for Inter Miami last week with his girlfriend Jackie Apostel.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMiami’s win over Atlanta means they need just one more victory to progress to the Eastern Conference semi-finals.Eight teams qualified for the play-offs with Atlanta winning a wildcard match in order to take on Inter Miami in a best of three.The next game will be hosted by Atlanta on November 2 and if the home team win a third match will be played – back at the Chase Stadium.Inter Miami already have one foot in the semi-finals and will have to win that tie and the Eastern Conference final to qualify for the MLS Cup final.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBeckham’s side have only once qualified for the MLS play-offs, in 2022, but lost in the first round to New York City FC.This time around they are one of the favourites to go all the way after winning their conference by eight points, while Messi has hit brilliant form with 22 goals in 23 games.She’s so pretty! say Victoria Beckham’s fans as daughter Harper jumps on her Instagram for make-up tutorial More