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      Newcastle vs Man City bonus: Get £30 in free bets to spend on the Premier League with talkSPORT BET

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      NEWCASTLE and Manchester City kick-off the Premier League weekend with a tasty St James’ Park fixture on Saturday.And talkSPORT BET are marking the big game in England’s top flight by offering new customers a tasty £30 in free bets when signing up and staking a tenner!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNewcastle vs Man City: Get £30 in free bets – Claim here*How to claim..talkSPORT BET offerVisit the talkSPORT BET website HERE*Create your account via mobileOpt-In to this promotion via the OFFERS tabPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any sports market at odds of Evens or greaterYou must do this within 7 days of registrationOn settlement of your qualifying bet, you will receive £30 in free bets to spend on selected marketstalkSPORT BET: Get £30 in free bets – Claim here*Not yet got yourself a talkSPORT BET account? Terrific, you can claim this offer!Simply register an account, deposit and stake £10 on any football market at odds of Evens or greater. Once that’s settled – your account will be credited with £30 in free bets!You could decide to use your free bets on Saturday’s lunchtime clash from St James’ Park as Newcastle host Manchester City in the Premier League, and below are some of our expert picks and top prices with talkSPORT BET.Newcastle vs Man City: Get £30 in free bets – Claim here*Haal or nothingErling Haaland notched up his 100th goal in City colours in opening the scoring last week.Just the one goal against Newcastle in his career here but he’s clearly the outstanding threat in the visiting side.Goal scoring odds not particularly great value anymore so hunted for some at decent enough odds.Erling Haaland 3+ shots on target at 85/40 – CLAIM HERE*18+ New customers only. Opt in & bet £10+ via mobile on any football market at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. No Cash out. Get 6x £5 Free Bets on selected markets. Free bets expire in 7 days. Card payments & Apple Pay only. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsiblyRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Incredible before and after video shows AFC Wimbledon’s progress fixing huge sinkhole after Carabao Cup clash postponed

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      AFC WIMBLEDON have issued an update on the pitch restoration at Plough Lane.The Dons were forced to postpone their Carabao Cup third round clash with Newcastle on Tuesday due to flooding.AFC Wimbledon have shared an update on their pitchCredit: AFC WimbledonThe Dons raised over £100,000 for repairsCredit: AFC WimbledonWork is underway to resurface the damaged part of the pitchCredit: AFC WimbledonAdverse weather conditions in the area caused “significant damage” to both the stadium itself and the pitch.A SINKHOLE formed by the corner flag, prompting the fan-owned club to start a fundraiser to pay for the damage.Work began on the pitch yesterday morning, with significant progress made in just a matter of hours.AFC Wimbledon shared a before and after clip of the work on social media last night.Read More in FootballIt showed the first steps of the pitch being evened out to repair the huge sinkhole.Wimbledon managed to raise over £100,000 for repairs by Wednesday afternoon.Newcastle donated £15,000 following the match postponement.The fixture has been pushed back to October 1 and moved to St James’ Park.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWimbledon will receive 45 per cent of the gate revenue from it.The winner of the clash will go on to face Chelsea in the fourth round.Watch AFC Wimbledon begin work fixing sinkhole on pitch after pumping more than 100,000 LITRES of water out of stadiumThe Dons hope to return to Plough Lane for their clash with Carlisle on October 12. More

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      Which post-Sir Alex Ferguson Man Utd manager has best European record as Erik ten Hag’s horror stats revealed

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      ERIK TEN HAG’S Manchester United have won just one of their last nine matches in Europe.The Dutchman may have won two domestic cups since arriving at Old Trafford.Erik ten Hag has endured a miserable run in EuropeCredit: AlamyHow does his record compare to compatriot Louis van Gaal?Credit: GettyHowever, last season’s eighth-placed finish was the club’s worst in the Premier League era.And he has struggled to make his mark on the continent, too.On Wednesday, Ten Hag saw his Red Devils take the lead against former club FC Twente.But goalscorer Christian Eriksen had his pocket picked before the Eredivisie outfit grabbed an equaliser. READ MORE ON MAN UTDFrom his 19 matches across the Champions League and Europa League since 2022-23, Ten Hag has now collected nine wins, four draws and six defeats.Of those nine wins, five came in the Europa League group stage in his first season – two against Sheriff Tiraspol and Omonia apiece with another three points against Real Sociedad. United did beat Barcelona at home in the knockout play-off round then saw off Real Betis home and away but then fell to Sevilla. In last season’s chaotic Champions League campaign, Ten Hag’s side managed one win against Copenhagen, a draw at Galatasaray and four defeats in Group A which also featured Bayern Munich. Most read in Europa LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSUnited finished bottom of the group to be knocked out of Europe.This term, they began with that disappointing draw against Twente – to extend the miserable recent run ahead of facing Porto, Fenerbahce, PAOK, Bodo/Glimt, Viktoria Plzen, Rangers and Steaua Bucuresti in the new Europa League format. Erik ten Hag ‘couldn’t wait to drop’ Man Utd starter for player who ‘isn’t much of an upgrade’, says Paul Scholes Ten Hag fumed: “We kept them alive when 1-0 up controlling the game and then you have to be consistent and keep going in the second half, we dropped the level and gave a goal away.”We didn’t finish it off, we had to go for the second goal and they stayed alive and we got punished with a mistake from ourselves. “It was the game of their life, they fought for every yard and we didn’t – 99 per cent is not enough, you have to give 100 per cent, you have to kill the game, finish it off, we are leading 1-0, but you have to go for the second goal, then you kill the game.”Especially as we are very ambitious and when you have ambition you have to perform, prove the point and especially today in the second half we were too complacent, we didn’t bring it over the line and, as a team, you have to bring this.”Today I have some criticism. It is not only the team that has to look in the mirror, I am part of it.”Wednesday’s result bumped Ten Hag’s Manchester United win rate in European football below 50 per cent to 47 per cent. But that record is not the worst of recent United bosses.Since Sir Alex Ferguson, seven managers have led United in Europe.Nine managers Man Utd considered before keeping Erik ten HagERIK TEN HAG appears to be safe as Man Utd manager, but the Dutchman edged dangerously close to the sack.Here are nine managers Red Devils chiefs are reported to have considered for the job and what allegedly happened with each.Gareth SouthgateEnjoys plenty of support among Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos chiefs but made clear he wouldn’t talk to any clubs until after Euro 2024. There is yet to be any suggestion that contact was made with the England boss.Kieran McKennaTalks were opened with McKenna’s representatives before the FA Cup final, but the former Man Utd coach opted to sign a new deal with Ipswich after Ten Hag’s Wembley win.Roberto De ZerbiAllegedly sounded out before the FA Cup final with salary expectations discussed. But Ineos chiefs concluded ex-Brighton boss was not the right fit for the project.Thomas FrankBrentford boss met Man Utd representatives the day before the FA Cup final. The Dane also dined with Ratcliffe, Roy Hodgson and Frank Lampard at the launch of a new Ineos car in February.Marco SilvaFulham boss reportedly met Man Utd representatives face-to-face two days before the FA Cup final, around the same time as Ten Hag was conducting his press conference.Mauricio PochettinoFell out of Man Utd’s thinking in the first week of June, despite being a favourite of Sir Alex Ferguson.Thomas TuchelMade a very strong impression and came across well during a Monaco meeting. Personal terms were discussed before the ex-Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss decided to step back from the process.Ruben AmorimSporting boss was discussed by the Man Utd hierarchy but did not make the final reckoning.Roberto MartinezPortugal manager was considered in the early stages.The two interim bosses top and tail the list with Ralf Rangnick’s win rate zero per cent with two draws and a defeat while Michael Carrick secured victory in his one match.That was a 2-0 win at Villarreal in the Champions League with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho. Ten Hag is only ahead of Louis van Gaal of the permanent bosses with the fellow Dutchman picking up three wins from his ten matches. David Moyes managed victory in five of his ten games to return a 50 per cent win rate.That is marginally behind Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on 54 per cent.The Norwegian took charge of 35 European matches for United – more than anyone since Ferguson – and won 19, drew six and lost ten.But of the permanent bosses, Jose Mourinho leads the way.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe secured 18 victories, five draws and six defeats from 29 games to rack up an impressive 62 per cent win rate.The Special One even lifted the Europa League trophy in 2017, beating Ajax in Stockholm to secure United’s sixth European trophy in their history. Jose Mourinho led the Red Devils to Europa League glory in 2017Credit: Getty – ContributorRalf Rangnick failed to win any of his three matches in EuropeCredit: ReutersDavid Moyes earned a 50 per cent win rateCredit: AFPOle Gunnar Solskjaer has taken charge of the most United matches in Europe since Sir Alex FergusonCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd star was thinking ‘dude, leave me alone’ when Ten Hag was speaking to him, claims Premier League legend

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      PREMIER LEAGUE legend Ruud Gullit reckons a Manchester United star was wishing to be “left alone” as Erik ten Hag talked to him.The incident occurred during last night’s Europa League clash against FC Twente.Alejandro Garnacho’s body language towards Erik ten Hag was pointed out by Ruud GullitThe winger was a second-half sub in Man Utd’s draw with TwenteCredit: GettyUnited took the lead through Christian Eriksen in the 35th minute.But the Dane turned from hero to villain as his mistake allowed Twente to net a 68th minute equaliser.Ten Hag’s Red Devils could not find a way through to goal again.And they were jeered off the pitch by irate home supporters, who have seen United draw twice since thrashing Barnsley 7-0 in the Carabao Cup.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne star who was left out of the starting XI last night was Argentina international Garnacho.The winger is regarded as one of football’s most exciting youngsters.And Ten Hag eventually brought him off the bench just one minute before Twente’s equaliser.As Garnacho prepared for the pitch, his Dutch boss leaned over before giving him tactical instructions.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut Premier League icon Ruud Gullit reckoned Garnacho would rather have been left alone.Talking on Ziggo Sport, the former Chelsea star felt Ten Hag was being more of a hindrance than a help based on Garnacho’s body language.’Man Utd have wrong bald Dutch manager’ – how Slot schooled Ten Hag at Old TraffordGullit felt Garnacho wanted to say ‘leave me alone, man’Credit: PATen Hag’s men have now drawn twice since thrashing Barnsley 7-0Credit: GettyAnd Gullit believed the forward was thinking: “Leave me alone, man!”He said: “Ten Hag wanted to have a meeting with Garnacho, but he didn’t feel like it at all.“Garnacho was preparing to come on and Ten Hag kept talking to him.“You can just see it when a player thinks: ‘Dude, leave me alone, man!’On United’s performance, Gullit added: “As a coach, you also see things happening that just don’t go well.“I also saw Ruud van Nistelrooy constantly in the picture. He wasn’t happy.“Even Casemiro got involved. You could see that things just weren’t going well.“Am I shocked by the football? No, because I see this every week. I think Twente played sensibly.READ MORE SUN STORIES“You could see that they gained a bit more confidence after a cautious start to the match.“At some point you have to give them a little test and they did that well.”Man Utd player ratings vs FC TwenteMANCHESTER UNITED’S Europa League campaign got off to a less than ideal start with a miserable 1-1 draw against FC Twente at Old Trafford.That result dealt a big blow to their chances of finishing in the top eight and avoiding two extra fixtures.See how the players rated on an underwhelming night at Old Trafford.Andre Onana – 6Good save to push a free-kick from Sem Steijn to safety but might be disappointed to be beaten at the near post for Twente’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 6Early mistake near the corner flag could have been costly but he caused problems at the other end in build up to Christian Eriksen goal.Harry Maguire – 6Missed his tackle to put United on the back foot for the equaliser but almost won it late on with a header cleared off the line.Lisandro Martinez – 7Made several important clearances but one wild challenge on edge of his box could have proven costly.Noussair Mazraoui – 6New boy looks solid. Vital early tackle and another one later to stop Twente going in front.Christian Eriksen – 7Fourth successive start – and the veteran still looked sprightly. What a strike to give United the lead but then spoiled it with mistake for equaliser.Manuel Ugarte – 6A few good tackles from the new boy but might be disappointed not to clear his lines as Twente broke away for equaliser.Marcus Rashford – 8Much improved display in front of watching England interim boss Lee Carsley. Full of energy, a few tricks and a couple of dangerous crosses. More like his old self.Bruno Fernandes – 6Skipper had a hand in the opening goal and was so close to winning it with curler from the edge of the box.Amad Diallo – 6His pace was too much to handle for the visitors at times but not much of an end product this time and made way for Alejandro Garnacho midway through the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A few good moments and forced a flying save from the visitors’ keeper after nice link up with Diogo Dalot – but then hooked for the fit-again Rasmus Hojlund.Find out how the Man Utd subs rated here More

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      Why is Leandro Trossard not suspended for Arsenal’s match against Leicester after being sent off vs Man City?

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      ARSENAL fans had it in their head that they would be welcoming Leicester to the Emirates without Leandro Trossard – but that is not the case!The Gunners forward was controversially sent off after picking up two yellow cards in a frenetic clash against Manchester City last weekend.Leandro Trossard was sent off in the crunch clash against Man CityCredit: AlamyAnd in normal procedures, Trossard would be suspended for the next Premier League match.However, the Belgian is part of the squad for Arsenal’s home fixture due to a little loophole.SunSport can explain what that is below.Why is Leandro Trossard not suspended against Leicester?Leandro Trossard is eligible to play for Arsenal against Leicester as he would have already served his suspension for the Gunners’ midweek Carabao Cup clash against Bolton.Read more on ArsenalRules state that suspensions from a two-yellow card dismissal can be carried into the next match across all domestic competitions.Trossard became the second Arsenal player to see red in the past three games – the other being Declan Rice against Brighton.Declan Rice was sent off for a similar incident just weeks beforeCredit: RexWhy did Leandro Trossard get a red card?The Belgian was initially booked for a tug on Manchester City star Savinho’s shirt.And then Trossard was sent for an early bath after barging Bernardo Silva in the back before delaying the restart by kicking the ball away.Most read in FootballArsenal were forced to play the entire second half with a man less and finally conceded a dramatic late equaliser in stoppage time.John Stones bundled the ball over the line in the 98th minute to rescue a point for the champions.What has been said?Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was furious with the decision that saw Trossard receive a red card.Speaking to Sky Sports, Arteta said: “We were more efficient and went 2-1 up and then there were two incidents, very similar, one in particular, but had a very different outcome which then forces you to have a game which nobody wants to watch.”I think it’s very clear. Very obvious. Hopefully what 100 per cent of what people thinks. “It’s not my job to come here and judge what happened. My job is to survive in the most difficult environment you can throw in football for 55 minutes.”And try to get things done to survive. That’s my job, the rest is not my job.”It’s already the second time it has happened in five games, which is really, really worrying if we want to see the best Premier League.”Arteta added: “Anyone that has played football or any sport [can see] it’s less than a second. Less than a second. The previous one [Doku] is more than a second. That’s it, simple.” More

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      Raphael Varane confirms new job immediately after former Man Utd star retires aged 31

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      RAPHAEL VARANE has already confirmed his new job after retiring from football at the age of just 31.The former Real Madrid and Manchester United centre-back announced on Wednesday he was hanging up his boots just two months after joining Serie A side Como on a free transfer.Raphael Varane has already revealed his next move after hanging up his bootsCredit: PAHe suffered an injury after making his debut for the Italian club and swiftly decided to call it a day.And in his emotional retirement statement he revealed he will remain at Como in a yet unspecified position.He said: “And so, a new life begins off the pitch.”I will remain with Como. Just without using my boots and shin pads. Something I am looking forward to sharing more about soon.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDVarane could become a part of Como’s coaching staff – which is led by manager Cesc Fabregas following his appointment in the summer.Last season, the club were promoted for the third time in five years as they reached the top flight after more than two decades away.They picked up their first win of the campaign in a 3-2 victory away at Atalanta on Tuesday.And Varane’s experience could be a valuable asset to Fabregas’ side.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCesc Fabregas was appointed Como manager in the summerCredit: EPARaphael Varane career statsRC LensAppearances – 24Goals – 2Real MadridAppearances – 360Goals – 17Man UtdAppearances – 95Goals – 2ComoAppearances – 1France national teamCaps – 93Goals – 5Club Honours:4x Champions League3x La Liga4x Club World Cup3x Spanish Super Cup3x UEFA Super Cup1x Spanish Cup1x FA Cup1x Carabao CupInternational Honours:1x World Cup1x Nations LeagueHe made 360 appearances for Real Madrid during his 10-year spell with the Spanish giants, winning three LaLiga titles and four Champions Leagues.Varane joined Man Utd for £42million in 2021 as a World Cup winner having triumphed with France in 2018.Man Utd player ratings: Joshua Zirkzee hooked again as Lisandro Martinez saves Erik ten Hag’s blushes (2)The defender, who earned 93 caps for his country, played 95 games for the Red Devils, winning the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.His full retirement statement read: “They say all good things must come to an end.”In my career I have taken on many challenges, rose to occasion after occasion, almost all of it was supposed to be impossible. Incredible emotions, special moments and memories that will last a lifetime.”Reflecting on these moments, it is with immense pride and a feeling of fulfilment that I am announcing my retirement from the game that we all love.”I hold myself to the highest standard, I want to go out strong, not just holding on to the game. It takes a big dose of courage to listen to your heart and your instinct.”Desire and needs are two different things. I have fallen and risen a thousand times, and this time, it’s the moment to stop and hang my boots up with my final game winning a trophy at Wembley.”I have loved fighting for myself, my clubs, my country, my teammates and the supporters of every team I have played for. From Lens to Madrid to Manchester, and playing for our national team. I have defended every badge with everything I have, and loved every minute of the journey.”The game at the highest level is a thrilling experience. It tests every level of your body and your mind. The emotions we experience you cannot find anywhere else. As athletes, we are never satisfied, never accepting of success. It is our nature and what fuels us.”I have no regrets, I wouldn’t change a thing. I have won more than I could have even dreamed of, but beyond the accolades and trophies, I am proud that no matter what, I have stuck to my principles of being sincere and have tried to leave everywhere better than I found it. I hope I have made you all proud.”And so, a new life begins off the pitch. I will remain with Como. Just without using my boots and shin pads. Something I am looking forward to sharing more about soon.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And so, a new life begins off the pitch. I will remain with Como. Just without using my boots and shin pads. Something I am looking forward to sharing more about soon.”Thank you, football. With love, Rapha.” More

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      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s other project slowly going backwards as Man Utd shareholder shifts all focus on Old Trafford job

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      SIR JIM RATCLIFFE has seen one of his other sporting projects go backwards after switching his focus to Manchester United.The British billionaire is working to overhaul the Red Devils’ football structure with redeveloping Old Trafford amongst his priorities.Sir Jim Ratcliffe has seen another of his sporting projects go backwards since his arrival at Manchester UnitedCredit: APThe British billionaire is working to overhaul United after purchasing a minority stakeCredit: AlamyHe became co-owner of the club in February after purchasing a minority stake from the Glazers.However, another team in his Ineos Sport empire has seen their decline in performance accelerate in recent months.Ratcliffe, who has a net worth of £12.5billion, is hoping to return United to the top of English football after 11 years without a league title.Part of his overhaul has seen the arrival of Dan Ashworth as sporting director, Omar Berrada joining from rivals Manchester City as chief executive and the appointment of Jason Wilcox as technical director.READ MORE ON MAN UTDMeanwhile, he hopes to turn the club’s home stadium into the “Wembley of the North”, with plans to demolish and rebuild Old Trafford.Ratcliffe has even hired the architects behind the Lusail Stadium, which hosted the 2022 World Cup final, for the project.A first set of pictures of the potential new Old Trafford site were revealed this week.His cycling team, Ineos Grenadiers, are going in the opposite direction, though.Most read in CyclingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSRatcliffe purchased the outfit in 2019 after they had won the Tour de France six times in seven years as Team Sky.Those victories were followed by a seventh under Ineos’ ownership later that year to become the most successful team in Tour de France history.Man Utd player ratings: Joshua Zirkzee hooked again as Lisandro Martinez saves Erik ten Hag’s blushes (2)What 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. Team principal Sir Dave Brailsford has since become a key figure in Ineos’ sporting empire, which also includes the Mercedes F1 team, America’s Cup challengers Ineos Brittania and football clubs Nice and Lausanne-Sport.However, he has stepped away from the cycling team he originally founded to help rebuild United alongside chief executive of Ineos Sport Jean-Claude Blanc.As a result, the Grenadiers’ downfall has accelerated, having not competed for a yellow jersey in each of the five Le Tours since their last victory.Sir Dave Brailsford has followed Ratcliffe to Old Trafford as Ineos’ director of sportCredit: GettyThe Ineos Grenadiers cycling team have seen performances decline in 2024Credit: PAMeanwhile, their 30 riders have picked up just 14 race wins in 2024, less than this year’s Tour de France winner Tadej Pogacar has on his own with 21.His team, UAE Emirates, have won 72 altogether, with The Times reporting the best riders no longer want to join Ineos Grenadiers.This is shown by Brailsford’s failure to lure Pogacar away from UAE Emirates before he left the cycling team to become Ineos’ director of sport.As Pogacar claimed his third yellow jersey in four years this summer, Ineos’ best performer Carlos Rodriguez was back in seventh.Egan Bernal won Ineos’ seventh yellow jersey in 2019 but they have not won it sinceCredit: ReutersBrailsford failed to lure 2024 Tour de France winner Tadej Pogacar to the GrenadiersCredit: AP More

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      Why Wembley could host 4th Champions League final in 17 years as Uefa reopens bidding for 2027 after San Siro stripped

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      THE 2027 Champions League Final could be awarded to Wembley after Milan’s San Siro Stadium was stripped of hosting rights.Uefa had indicated the San Siro would stage the biggest game in European club football for the fifth time and first since 2016.Wembley could host the Champions League final for the fourth time in 17 yearsCredit: ReutersThe San Siro has been stripped of the 2027 finalCredit: GettyBut Uefa chiefs put confirmation of the venue on hold when they met in Dublin in May because of the uncertainty over the ground’s future.And now Euro bosses agreed at a meeting in Prague that Italian authorities could not give them sufficient guarantees.In a statement following the meeting of Uefa’s ruling executive committee, the organisation said a new host would now be sought – opening the way for Wembley or another English ground to go into the mix.Uefa said: “As the Municipality of Milano could not guarantee that the San Siro stadium and its surroundings would not be affected by refurbishment works in the period of the 2027 UEFA Champions League final, it was decided not to assign the final to Milan and to re-open the bidding process to appoint a suitable venue, with a decision expected in May/June 2025.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe decision is a major embarrassment for Milan and the San Siro but comes with current co-tenants Inter and AC Milan both considering alternative new home grounds.This season’s final will be played at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena while the 2026 game has been confirmed for Budapest.Wembley played host for Real Madrid’s win over Borussia Dortmund only in June but Uefa know playing their biggest match at a venue with outstanding corporate facilities would make it an even bigger money-spinner for their finances.Uefa bosses also confirmed that the “Big Five” leagues, including the Prem, will only receive £8.3m in “solidarity” cash for the clubs not competing in European competitions this season, worth around £640,000 to each of the 13 top flight outfits.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChampions League final venues2005: Istanbul – Atatürk Olympic Stadium – Liverpool 3 AC Milan 3 (3-2 on pens)2006: Paris – Stade de France – Barcelona 2 Arsenal 12007: Athens – Olympic Stadium – AC Milan 2 Liverpool 12008: Moscow – Luzhniki Stadium – Man Utd 1 Chelsea 1 (6-5 on pens)2009: Rome – Stadio Olimpico – Barcelona 2 Man Utd 02010: Madrid – Santiago Bernabéu – Inter Milan 2 Bayern Munich 02011: London – Wembley – Barcelona 3 Man Utd 12012: Munich – Allianz Arena – Chelsea 1 Bayern Munich 1 (4-3 on pens)2013: London – Wembley – Bayern Munich 2 Borussia Dortmund 12014: Lisbon – Estádio da Luz – Real Madrid 4 Atletico Madrid 1 (AET)2015: Berlin – Olympiastadion – Barcelona 3 Juventus 12016: Milan – San Siro – Real Madrid 1 Atletico Madrid 1 (5-3 on pens)2017: Cardiff – Millenium Stadium – Real Madrid 4 Juventus 12018: Kyiv – NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium – Real Madrid 3 Liverpool 12019: Madrid – Metropolitano Stadium – Liverpool 2 Tottenham 02020: Lisbon – Estádio da Luz – Bayern Munich 1 PSG 02021: Porto – Estádio do Dragão – Chelsea 1 Man City 02022: Paris – Stade de France – Real Madrid 1 Liverpool 02023: Istanbul – Atatürk Olympic Stadium – Man City 1 Inter Milan 02024: London – Wembley – Real Madrid 2 Borussia Dortmund 0The remaining 50 smaller leagues will share £215m with Uefa believing the new split – no clubs in any of the three European competitions will benefit from the larger fund – will “support the competitive balance across Europe”.Wembley has hosted the Champions League final three times since being rebuilt, with Barcelona winning 3-1 against Man Utd there in 2011 and Bayern beating Dortmund 2-1 in 2013 before last season’s showpiece.Serie A clash involving Champions League club POSTPONED after torrential rain as 19-word statement released More