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      Bruno Fernandes is the closest thing Man Utd have to a star, but he’d only be fit to put out cones for the Class of 92

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      IN 20 years of taking teams to Old Trafford, there was one thing I never worked out — how come it was always the longest game of the season?Not just a few minutes of Fergie time, either. Some afternoons I’d sit in the dugout for what seemed like hours.Bruno Fernandes has been a shining light for Manchester United this seasonCredit: RexBut Harry Redknapp claims he would be handing out bibs to his team-mates if he was in Sir Alex Ferguson’s Man Utd squadCredit: RexThat’s how it felt back then, anyway, when a trip to Manchester United pretty much meant respectability at best.These days there isn’t a side in the Premier League who goes to Old Trafford and doesn’t believe they can’t win.Seven have done so already. United have lost more than they’ve won — when Sir Alex Ferguson was manager, two home defeats meant a crisis.United were the best team in the country — Sir Alex built a few of them, too — and if they were on it,  you were in for it.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThere were days, after we had conceded an early goal, and I’d think, “My God, this is going to be a long, long afternoon”.Sir Alex had stars coming out of his ears, you didn’t only have to stop one or two. Never mind the Red Devils, it was more like the Red Arrows.You were bombarded with pace down either wing, crosses were flying in, incredible movement, goals everywhere. United could run all over anyone.People rave about what Pep Guardiola has done at City but when United were on their game, they were just as good  — believe me.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSome of the football they played under Sir Alex was out of this world . . . yet you don’t admire it quite so much when you’re in the opposition dugout!I’d be praying for the ref to blow his whistle as soon as possible — thinking, “Let’s get out of here as quickly as possible with a bit of pride intact”.One of football’s greatest commentators – Barry Davies – set to be inducted into the National Football Museum Hall of FameI lost every league game as boss of West Ham, Tottenham, Portsmouth twice and finally QPR. And I’m not the only one by any means.Mind you, I do know what it feels like to be a winning manager at Old Trafford . . . and, no, I’m not talking  Soccer Aid, but two FA Cup ties remembered for very different reasons.The first was with West Ham in 2001, when Paolo Di Canio scored the winner as Fabian Barthez stood appealing for offside.Keeper Barthez was trying to con Paolo into turning to look at the ref, then he’d dive on the ball. But he didn’t fall for it and carried on to stick it in the corner instead.Paolo di Canio scored an infamous goal against Manchester United in 2001Credit: PA:Press AssociationSulley Muntari helped Portsmouth beat the Red Devils in 2008Credit: AP:Associated PressPortsmouth’s win in 2008 caused even more controversy when Sulley Muntari scored the winner past Rio Ferdinand because Tomasz Kuszczak had been sent off.Kuszczak had replaced Edwin van der Sar at half-time, leaving United without a keeper when he got the red card for his foul on Milan Baros.Rio Ferdinand took the gloves — quite ironic seeing his boy is a keeper on Brighton’s books now — but Muntari put us in the semis.Sir Alex was very, very down after that because he had his eyes on another Treble. At least he can say United lost to the losers, because we went on to win the Cup that year!But every other trip ended in defeat. There were even sides who effectively lost before they left the tunnel.You’d hope the team talk would give them a bit of belief, and then David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes or one of the others would blow it away in minutes.Players have always gone on about making their ground a fortress but Old Trafford was the strongest of all.There was a genuine fear about going there . . . now the only ones it strikes terror into are those in red shirts.In Fergie’s era teams went to United hoping for a point. These days many are actually expecting a win — Arsenal certainly will be on Sunday.After seven Champions League goals away from home in midweek, why wouldn’t they?Imagine how many they’d have got if all their strikers were fit!United can’t stick the ball in the net even when they are. They are so far behind the top teams, it’s frightening.I like manager Ruben Amorim but it will take years to turn them around . . . if it can be done at all. It has become a great club in name only.You’d look at the United of Fergie’s day and see superstars everywhere. Amorim would love just one.Bruno Fernandes is the closest and even then no more than a place in the squad. He wouldn’t have a prayer of making the team.Who would you drop? Giggs, Scholes, Beckham, Roy Keane, Paul Ince, even Nicky Butt or Darren Fletcher? Not a chance.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer struggled to get a game,  Fernandes wouldn’t get beyond putting the cones down and handing out bibs.And I tell you what — if Bruno and Co had been at United when I was managing, I’d know all about winning at Old Trafford. More

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      Man Utd have option to EXTEND Kobbie Mainoo deal until 2028 in major transfer boost with star on lowest salary in squad

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have an option to extend Kobbie Mainoo’s contract by 12 months.The midfielder, 19, has two years left on his current deal, which led to fears manager Ruben Amorim could be forced to sell him in the summer.Man Utd hold an option to extend Kobbie Mainoo’s contractCredit: AlamyBut United have a contractual option to keep Mainoo until 2028 — giving them control over his short-term future.The clause is understood to be one-sided, so Mainoo does not have  to agree for it to be activated.United still hope Mainoo will sign a longer contract as Amorim sees him as key to his plans.He earns about £20,000-a-week and his representatives want to raise that.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe 12-month option could prove crucial in protecting the England international’s transfer value, which the club have set at £70million.Chelsea are monitoring Mainoo’s situation with a view to making a summer bid.But the Stockport-born academy graduate is also thought to favour a move overseas should he seek a transfer. United declined to comment when contacted by SunSport.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe club have used 12-month options before as a way of giving them flexibility over their squad.Mainoo has been out of action for a month with a muscle injury.Which Manchester United stars should stay and go?Amorim has not given a recent update on his return date but it will not be before this month’s international break. More

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      Arne Slot salutes controversial hero Darwin Nunez as Liverpool ace escapes red card to lead comeback against Southampton

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      ARNE SLOT saluted his controversial hero Darwin Nunez — as Liverpool stormed SIXTEEN points clear at the top of the Prem.The pair had a bitter fallout last month when Kop boss Slot accused the £64million striker of a lazy attitude following his horror open-goal miss against Aston Villa.Darwin Nunez scored and won a penalty versus SouthamptonCredit: GettyNunez was perhaps fortunate not to be red carded for wild lunge on Kyle Walker-PetersCredit: Sky SportsVAR decided not to give him a red cardCredit: RexBut after Nunez escaped a red card for kicking Southampton’s Kyle Walker-Peters, he turned the game in four second-half minutes by levelling and winning a penalty from which Mo Salah put them ahead.And Slot declared: “In the second-half, he showed the workrate that he can bring to the team.”The Dutch boss wildly celebrated in the stands amid his two-match ban for an X-rated rant at ref Michael Oliver as his Reds profited from TWO penalty awards.First, rookie ref Lewis Smith adjudged Saints’ scorer Will Smallbone had fouled Nunez, then VAR Matt Donohue ruled Yukinari Sugawara handled.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut SunSport’s ex-Prem ref Mark Halsey insisted Nunez was lucky not to be sent off for scything down Walker-Peters.VAR did look at the incident – and backed Smith’s decision to only give him a yellow card.Yet Halsey said: “Nunez deliberately kicked an opponent when there was no chance of getting the ball. It was violent conduct.“On another day, with another referee, it would have been a red.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBBC pundit Chris Sutton added: “It was such a reckless, daft challenge. Liverpool were lucky to have 11 on the pitch.”Salah’s two pens took his Liverpool goals tally to 243 — and he sits third in their all-time scoring list behind Ian Rush (346) and Roger Hunt (285). ‘The miss I can accept, but what is harder to accept…’ Arne Slot slams ‘behaviour’ of Liverpool star Darwin NunezBut superstar Salah revealed Slot got the hairdryer out at half-time.The Egyptian said: “It was a bit of frustration. His head was going for us. We were sloppy and slow in the first half. I don’t think we played well.“But if you want to win the title, you have to win games like that.”Slot made a triple half-time substitution to inspire their comeback — bringing on Alexis Mac Allister, Harvey Elliott and Andy Robertson.Arne Slot praised Nunez’s workrate after he changed the gameCredit: GettyNunez missed an open goal against Villa last month and was slammed by Slot for his attitudeThe Reds chief said: “I had to make hard calls to create a certain anger with the players.“Our energy levels were far, far, far too low.“The three who came on did really well. But I saw a different attitude from the other eight, too.”Liverpool are 16 points clear of second-placed Arsenal, who have two games in hand and visit Manchester United.But Southampton boss Ivan Juric was fuming over both penalty decisions.The Croat blasted: “The first, contact is almost nothing. This just cannot be a penalty — ever.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I’m sorry it happened because then it was 1-1 and it changed the match.“The second one, maybe it was a handball, but he was pushed. My guys fought until the end.” More

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      ‘It is so hard to understand’ – Ruben Amorim says he has no idea why Man Utd fans tell him he is doing a good job

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      RUBEN AMORIM is bewildered by Manchester United fans telling him he is doing a GOOD job.Amorim gave a telling insight into his troubled reign at Old Trafford when asked what is the most common thing Red Devils supporters say when they meet him.Ruben Amorim finds the support from Man Utd ‘strange’ considering the resultsCredit: GettyThe Portuguese almost laughed at himself and revealed: “They say one thing that is really strange for me: ‘You are doing a good job.’“It is so hard to understand sometimes. It’s really important for me.”Amorim appreciates the support of the United faithful so much because he knows that his four months in the job cannot be considered a success at all.United go into the home clash with Arsenal marooned in the bottom half of the Premier League table after just six victories — and eight defeats — in 18 top-flight matches on his watch.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAmorim, 40, openly admits to making mistakes — particularly in his handling of relationships with staff outside the dressing room. He told TNT Sports: “When you are a player you just focus on you but when you are a manager you have to focus on a lot of people, not just the players but all the staff.“All the staff are paying attention to you so you have to pay attention to that, and that is something that I didn’t do very well in the beginning here in Manchester because I was focused on the games.“At the moment I am starting to get a really good connection with all the staff and the players.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWell, all the staff that are still there after owners Ineos confirmed 200 more redundancies in the latest round of savage cost-cutting.Amorim won respect from some non-football staff for saying that it was ultimately United’s struggles on the pitch that were responsible for people losing their jobs.Ruben Amorim says Man Utd must make more of opportunities after draw with Real Sociedad But some inside the dressing room were said to be less impressed about being called out by the new boss and the shadow of United’s incredible success under Sir Alex Ferguson hangs over Amorim —  just like all those who have tried to follow in the legend’s footsteps.Amorim revealed Fergie has been in touch, saying: “He already called me to give me some advice.”The United boss also said he would consider altering his pre-match routine of handing a water bottle to his assistant in a bid to inspire a change in fortune.Amorim added: “This is the time to change things, when you are not winning too much.”Friends of Amorim sometimes feel that he offers too much of himself in interviews and press conferences.And his answers to a quick-fire set of questions provided more  revelations than you would normally expect.The biggest message that came through was how grateful Amorim is  for the fans continuing to believe in him when it seems as though he is doubting himself.He said: “The way they support us, even when you are losing, in the bad moments, that is the most special thing.”Amorim was a champion of Portugal both as a player at Benfica and as a coach with their Lisbon rivals, Sporting.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd he longs for the day when United fans can sing his favourite chant, their version of a John Denver classic, in celebration of  winning their first Premier League crown since Fergie left in 2013.Amorim said: “[Take Me Home,] Country Roads that they adapt is perfect. I really dream to win the title and listen to that song at Old Trafford.” More

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      Rangers star hit speeds of 100mph in motorway police chase where he tailgated cop car

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      RANGERS star Rabbi Matondo hit speeds of over 100mph as cops chased him to Ibrox — after he had tailgated their unmarked motor.The Welsh winger, 24, also weaved in and out of traffic on Glasgow’s M8 and ran a red light as he rushed to training.Rabbi Matondo was slapped with a driving banMatondo was driving an Audi Q8 at the timeCredit: GettyHe was clocked on the M8He was hit with a year’s road ban and fined after being convicted of dangerous driving.But cops didn’t try to keep up with Rangers ace Rabbi Matondo’s car during a 100mph dash to Ibrox — in case he lost control and killed someone, a court heard.A traffic constable told how he feared “a fatality” if he tried to match the high speeds hit by the winger, 24, as he raced to a public training session.Officers finally caught up with the footie ace at the Rangers stadium, where they marched in through the players’ entrance to charge him with dangerous driving.And the Welsh international was hit with a 12-month driving ban after being convicted of the offence at Glasgow Sheriff Court.PC James Bowie told how he was with a colleague in an unmarked police motor on the M8 when they were tailgated by Matondo’s Audi Q8 on the city’s Kingston Bridge.Dashcam footage showed the powerful SUV speeding off, sparking a pursuit on August 1, 2023. The Light Blues forward was then seen undertaking an HGV and running a red light as he left the cops in his wake.Most read in FootballPC Bowie said they “never went anywhere near” his car despite reaching 80mph.He explained: “I knew it was a nice big Audi Q8. But I thought that if he loses control at 100 miles per hour there is a possibility of a fatality.”Former Sky Sports pundit and Rangers striker Andy Gray’s foul-mouthed rant at Jose MourinhoWhen the officers eventually got to interview Matondo, they said he was “remorseful”.Defence lawyer Ronnie Simpson said the officers’ report stated the player’s average speed was 72mph on a 50mph stretch.PC Bowie replied: “That’s an average between distances.“In among that the speed was in excess of 100mph.”He was also asked why he charged Matondo with dangerous driving rather than hand him a fixed penalty notice.PC Bowie said there were “other elements” to his driving, and it was a “course of conduct”.The cop added: “In my opinion, he seemed remorseful and his attitude was pretty good.“He understood what we were explaining and seemed to accept why we were there.”Mr Simpson said: “He was a young man running late to his work — and he didn’t want to let his colleagues down.”But Sheriff Mary Shields found Matondo — currently on loan at German side Hannover 96 — guilty of dangerous driving.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe first offender was handed a year’s road ban and £420 fine.The law chief said: “I think overwhelmingly the way in which Mr Matondo drove the Audi car over the distance shown on CCTV is obviously far below what is expected of a driver.”Matondo at Glasgow Sheriff Court where he given a 12 month ban and fined £420Credit: Spindrift More

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      Wolves 1 Everton 1: Munetsi rescues precious point for hosts as Jack Harrison nets first goal of season for Toffees

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      MATHEUS CUNHA nervously chewed his fingernails as he fidgeted in his seat in his executive box.If Wolves’ Brazilian forward didn’t realise it before he certainly does now – just like every single Old Gold fan inside Molineux.Jack Harrison netted his first goal of the seasonCredit: ReutersHis strike gave Everton the lead in the first halfCredit: PAMarshall Munetsi equalised for WolvesCredit: ReutersIt was his first goal in the Premier League since joining the clubCredit: GettyWithout their talismanic matchwinner, Wolves are in for a nerve-shredding end to the season.Make no mistake, this was a game crying out for Cunha’s spark of genius and scoring touch.But without their top scorer – banned for a MINIMUM of three matches following his brainstorm at Bournemouth last week – Vitor Pereira’s men had to settle for a share of the spoils.Yet every Wolves fan left Molineux last night convinced that if Cunha had been around he would have conjured up a match-winning moment of magic to turn one point into three.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSInstead, Wolves had to settle for Marshall Munetsi’s first goal for the club earning a share of the spoils as he stepped up to the plate to compensate for Cunha’s absence. As for Everton, David Moyes was able to uncork a bottle of red in the early hours of the morning, content at stretching the Toffees’ unbeaten run to eight games.Moyes has been loving every minute of his second honeymoon with Everton.Since taking over from Sean Dyche in January, the Scot has dusted himself down from an opening day defeat by Aston Villa and led them to almost certain safety.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis side arrived at Molineux with their batteries recharged after a training camp in Abu Dhabi, brimming with confidence.That was in stark contrast to Wolves who had lost six of their last eight top flight matches. ‘Mateta is not the answer for Man Utd’ – Pundit explains why transfer move for Palace striker would be a mistakeDavid Moyes has steered Everton above Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyBoth managers can be happy with a pointCredit: GettyIn the early exchanges, Wolves looked lost.Abdoulaye Doucoure had a shot on the turn blocked by Emmanuel Agbadou.Jarrad Branthwaite was unlucky to see his header bounce off Marshall Munetsi’s head as it sped towards the net following a James Garner corner.And Beto was centimetres short of getting on the end of Jack Harrison’s wicked low cross from a short-corner before Jordan Pickford was called into action.The England No.1 had to be on his toes to block Marshall Munetsi’s point-blank header with his right knee.But Everton’s pressure paid off after 33 minutes when they took the lead as Jack Harrison answered his manager’s pre-match ultimatum.Moyes challenged his two on-loan wingers Harrison and Jesper Lindstrom to start producing an end product if they wanted to extend their stay with the Toffees.Moyes pointed out neither had contributed a goal or an assist this season and it was time to shape up or ship out.Clearly the message got through because Harrison responded by scoring for the first time in 40 matches – and Lindstrom provided the assist!Agbadou’s long ball out of defence was pounced upon by James Tarkowski who nodded it forward to Lindstrom and the Dane swept a crossfield ball to Harrison on the left.The on-loan Leeds man let fly and deserved his slice of luck as the ball deflected off Matt Doherty’s right calf and flew into the far corner of Jose Sa’s net.It was Harrison’s first strike since he scored against Spurs one year and five days earlier.Things looked bleak for a Wolves side who have conceded first in 18 games this season and only recovered to win once!But Everton failed to build on their lead and allowed Wolves to roar back with an equaliser seven minutes later.Rayan Ait-Nouri fed Jean-Ricner Bellegarde who split the Toffees’ defence with a superb diagonal pass.Branthwaite was wrong-footed as he tried to cover Jorgen Strand Larsen and the ball sped by him to Marshall Munetsi who slipped it beyond Pickford to open his Wolves account.Sadly for Pereira, the one man who looked destined to provide the x-factor Cunha usually provides never came out for the second half.Munetsi felt a twinge and had to remain inside at the break and he was replaced by Pablo Sarabia.The sub came close to giving Wolves the lead when he swept in a free kick which had Pickford scrambling as it rippled his side netting.Strand Larsen was booked for lashing out at Tarkowski and Moyes sent on Carlos Alcaraz and Tim Iroegbunam for Doucoure and Lindstrom.Suddenly this slow burner burst into life as Pickford beat away Strand Larsen’s angled shot.READ MORE SUN STORIESEverton raced straight down the opposite end and this time it was Jose Sa’s turn to excel when he brilliantly pushed Beto’s low shot to safety, following a two-on-two break.The keeper was relieved when Alcaraz then shot straight at him when he had a clear sight at goal. 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      Sidemen Charity Match 2025 LIVE RESULT: Wembley showpiece decided by PENALTIES after 18-goal THRILLER – latest reaction

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      THE Sidemen Charity Match has concluded after an 18-goal THRILLER at Wembley Stadium.KSI and his YouTube group, the Sidemen, SOLD OUT the home of English football, but their side won’t be going home with the trophy.Late drama at Wembley saw the frantic match end 9-9 and go to a penalty shootout.IShowSpeed squeezed in the winning spot kick to hand YouTube Allstars their first win in the charity match since 2017.Match result: Sidemen FC 9-9 (4-5) YouTube AllstarsSidemen FC XI: xQc, Vikkstar123, KSI, Wroetoshaw, Rober, TBJZL, Behzinga, Logan Paul, Joe Weller, Zerkaa, MiniminterYouTube Allstars XI: Skecth, Mr Beast, Angry Ginge, Max Fosh, Fanum, IShowSpeed, Chunkz, ChrisMD, Kai Cenat, Niko Omilana, Theo BakerDonateHow the two teams ratedThe ratings were as varied as the 18 goals ahead of the shootout!Click below for our verdict on the players whose efforts helped draw a crowd of 90,000-plus to Wembley as £4.7million was raised for charity.Copy linkCopied’Everybody won’Fans reckon the Wembley clash was a huge hit in all the important ways.One said: “The Sidemen may have lost the game but everybody won today.Another called it “One hell of a game” while a third added: “Unreal day and effort from everyone.”A fourth posted: “Well done guys! Another amazing charity match to remember.”Copy linkCopiedWinning portrait of SketchNo-one was more delighted than Man of the match Sketch.His key role for the YouTube AllStars peaked with a penalty save from Sidemen member Simon “Miniminter”.And of course if anyone deserved to turn a draw into a win it was a man named Sketch!Copy linkCopiedSidemen Charity Match through the yearsYouTube Allstars claimed only their second win in the Sidemen Charity Match at Wembley this afternoon. Sidemen FC still hold the record for most wins in the event with FOUR.Sidemen FC 7-2 YouTube Allstars (2016)Sidemen FC 0-2 YouTube Allstars (2017)Sidemen FC 7-1 YouTube Allstars (2018)Sidemen FC 8-7 YouTube Allstars (2022)Sidemen FC 8-5 YouTube Allstars (2023)Sidemen FC 9-9 (4-5 pen) YouTube Allstars (2025)Copy linkCopiedVikkstar reacts It wasn’t to be for Sidemen FC, but Vikkstar is thrilled with how the event went at Wembley.Copy linkCopiedHeaven ‘n ElzElz says “only Wembley can bring me back to Twitter” – after she wowed the Sidemen event with the microphone then shared her joy on the social media site.The Manchester City presenter took it as red that she’d be a huge success with fans – wearing a wonderful scarlet outfit.TShe went on X to thank Sidemen for her being there in front of 90,000 fans.And in return supporters shared their love!One posted: “You did a fantastic job and looked beautiful as always, well done!!!”Another wrote: “As per usual you were amazing so proud of you it’s been some journey.”And a third claimed: “THE DRESS IS EVERYTHING ELZ.”Copy linkCopiedAble Stable won’t forget his big day Stable Ronaldo was one of the first players online to revel in his role.He posted: “I can’t believe WE won the Sidemen charity match, God is GOOD.”Copy linkCopiedRelive the actionSunSport’s very own Alex Smith brings you a full recap of this year’s thrilling Sidemen Charity Match.Copy linkCopiedPlayer of the MatchSketch took home the award for Player of the Match after a fine display between the sticks during the shootout.The streamer was the hero for YouTube Allstars, saving Miniminter’s opening penalty, which proved to be decisive.Copy linkCopiedA reminder of the stunning ammount raised at the Sidemen Charity MatchA stunning £4,733,004 has been raised for charity!YouTube Allstars beat Sidemen FC 5-4 on penalties after their thrilling 9-9 draw required spot kicks.A highly entertaining day saw over 8million people tune into the Sidemen’s live stream of the match on YouTube.Copy linkCopiedThree-o Baker ‘thinks he is Salah’Hat-trick hero Theo Baker marked his Wembley wonder show by posting this understated snap – below.Fans called him an “absolute legend” and praised his “cracking goals”.But one reckoned: “Bro thinks he’s Mo Salah.”Copy linkCopiedIShowspeed goal is Siuu special!IShowSpeed ended his long search for a Sidemen charity goal – in front of 90,000.And after tucking in a penalty that was almost saved, the crowd chanted a Cristiano Ronaldo-style “Siuu!” celebration.He raced to the corner flag to perform the legend’s goal salute himself- and turned to be mobbed by team-mates.Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – Sidemen FC (continued)Joe Weller – 9 Opened the scoring from the penalty spot with a calmly dispatched spot kick before pulling off an UNREAL WWE celebration with Logan Paul which had clearly been very well rehearsed. Joe was the Sidemen’s answer to Theo Baker on the day, with some tasty finishes and all-round good play.Zerkaa – 5Was on the hunt for his first ever Charity Match goal and came within inches of getting after a majestic headed touch and volley after about 20 minutes. It looked as though it wasn’t gonna be his day before he superbly dispatched a penalty into the left hand side of the goal sending Wembley stadium into raptures! Miniminter – 8Clawed one back for his side from outside the box as well as generally being one of the better players on the pitch. He often looked for Zerkaa to try and help his mate score his first Charity Match goal, but he would’ve perhaps been better off going for goal himself at times. Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – Sidemen FCJME – 5Had a tough day at the office against Speed as he occupied the left-back position for Sidemen FC, but managed to add a “SERIOUS” assist to his repertoire.The best left-back on the pitch and showed some quick feet when he was driving forward with the ball.The chemistry between him and Tobi was evident and only got better as the game went on.TBJZL – 7Shook off his Match For Hope injury in time for this game, and put in a brilliant performance on the right hand side for Sidemen FC, bagging a goal from just inside the box after a defensive mix-up.You can tell he’s one of the more talented YouTubers out there. with his clean passing and dribbling skills setting him apart from the rest.Behzinga – 8Didn’t have too many touches in the first half, but came out in full force in the second.Behz has been playing regular Sunday League footy for a while now, and that seems to have paid off as he was solid on the ball and off of it in this one.Bagged a goal and assist in a superb all-round Wembley display.Logan Paul – 8His sensational celebration with Joe Weller in the first half will take most of the attention from what was an otherwise pretty good midfield showing.He was everywhere and the engine in the Sidemen midfield; closing down, making passes and doing the simple things well throughout.Even added a brilliant second-half header to his fantastic performance.Copy linkCopiedFans hail YouTube’s fantastic, fundraising ‘community’The YouTube Allstars won it on penalties – and social media won it in for charity.That’s the verdict of fans after the match scooped £4.7m.One called it a “MAD, insane achievement”Another wrote: “Absolutely insane! For a “bunch of YouTubers” Incredible stuff! Well done.”And a third continued the theme.He wrote: “Incredible achievement—£4.7 million raised for charity, a true testament to generosity and community!”Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – Sidemen FCxQc – 1To be honest, was utterly woeful in the last Sidemen Charity Match, and pretty bad in this one too – but still better than Cal The Dragon.Saved a penalty from Mr Beast to give him some props, but that was about it.Vikkstar123 – 5It was an understated performance from the 123 at right-back for Sidemen FC, as he proved to be a dependable and solid little right back in this one.He’s taken the headlines and glory in previous renditions of the game, but has evolved his game into a defensive role over the years it seems.Came so close to grabbing a goal too, but missed when it mattered most.KSI – 6After a STINKER of a showing in Qatar at the Match For Hope, he put in a good display which included a crucial last-ditch tackle on Niko Omilana.Gets bonus points for a class half-time showing of his song ‘Thick of it’ which kept the fans entertained.Wroetoshaw – 6Solid at the back for his side with some vital tackles at key moments, one in particular to deny Theo Baker from being more unbearable than he already will be after his incredible performance.Hit the post with what would’ve been a fine finish in the second half.Copy linkCopiedSidemen overjoyed with sum raisedSidemen are overjoyed with the near-£5million raised today.They posted to say they “can’t describe our graciousness and how we’re feeling right now”.Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars (continued)Niko Omilana – 4Missed an absolute SITTER to put his side in the lead with the score at 1-1, and could not finish his dinner on the day.To give him his credit, he went for some pretty audacious shots at times, noticeably coming close with a Garnacho-esque bicycle kick in the latter stages.Might make a better Prime Minister than target man.Theo Baker – 10Hat-trick hero at Wembley!Rose highest from a Chris MD corner to put his side in the lead and make it 2-1, while generally looking a class above most players on the pitch.Slammed home a lovely finish to add a fourth to his sides tally, and xQc had no answer to his ruthless finishing on the day.Rounded off his performance with an equaliser at the death which saw him bag his hat-trick!A fantastic role model for aspiring, balding, young footballers out there.Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars (continued)Chunkz – 8Chunkz showed some great moments of hold-up play in attack for the YouTube Allstars, using his quick feet and intelligence to get the better of the Sidemen defenders. It was a selfless performance from one of the planet’s great entertainers, who often looked to set up his teammates for a special moment rather than looking for glory himself, bagging an assist. The legendary entertainer was able to get himself on the scoresheet before full-time, with a simple finish into the bottom left corner. ChrisMD – 9Proved that he IS in fact a free-kick king with the goal to make it 1-1 – we wouldn’t quite say he’s at Premier League level, or better than most professionals, but he’s pretty good at them.Kai Cenat – 6Smashed home brilliantly into the roof of the net in the second half after some great work by Speed down the right. He was quiet for large spells of the game, but showed up when it mattered. Copy linkCopiedSketch hails his ‘highest’ achievement everSketch went crazy after being named man of the match.On being told of the verdict, the streamer responded: “Dude, no way! Let’s go! No way! Thank you, bro!”And asked to rank where the honour ranked, he added: “This is the highest (achievement)”. Definitely the highest.”Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars (continued)Max Fosh – 5The highlight of his day was getting a yellow card and then SHREDDING it in front of the referee.Didn’t do much on the football side of things, but as an entertainer he was top tier.Fanum – 5It’s a big ask being up against Miniminter in a charity match, with the bloke practically living and breathing futbol.That said, he actually did a pretty good job.Didn’t quite have it in him to bomb up and down the pitch, but as was defensively alright.IShowSpeed – 10HE FINALLY SCORED A GOAL!It might have been a penalty but he showed some electric pace and skill throughout the match. More often than not cannot add the finishing touch to his play, maybe some more tips from Thierry Henry can help him with that.Bagged a fantastic pair of assists too for Lachlan and then Kai Cenat using his unbearable pace on the right hand-side.Topped off his incredible performance with the winning penalty in the shoot-out.Copy linkCopiedThe Special RonStable Ronaldo enjoyed victory more than most.He posted: “I can’t believe WE won the Sidemen charity match, God is GOOD.” Copy linkCopiedPlayer ratings – YouTube Allstars Sketch – 9 What’s up brother? Sketch’s stocks that’s what.Genuinely the best goalkeeping performance you will see from someone conceding NINE goals probably ever.Looked noticeably small in goal for the YouTube Allstars which was perfectly shown as Miniminter slammed one past him from outside the box (into the middle of the goal), but also made some HUGE saves to keep his side in the lead.Made an UNREAL save in the penalty shoot-out to deny Miniminter again in a performance that was Sketch-y at times but overall quite impressive. Mr Beast – 3Couldn’t score from the spot early on as his penalty was saved by xQc, and apart from that it was a pretty quiet showing from the biggest YouTuber on the planet. Angry Ginge – 9Just as he was in Qatar, absolutely rock solid at the back for Youtube Allstars. Composed on the ball, tough in the tackles and like a ginger (and not bald) Jaap Stam in the air.But that’s not all, he passed out the back with ease and his long balls were often the catalyst for YouTube All Stars to move forward. The streamer also got himself on the scoresheet in the first half.Sublime.Copy linkCopiedCelebs rate Sketch as the biggest draw Mr Beast and Kai Cenat are unanimous on their verdict over who was man of the match.Both picked out American Twitch streamer Sketch. Copy linkCopiedWinning momentIShowSpeed’s decisive penalty was the winning moment for YouTube Allstars in this year’s charity match.Relive the winning penalty below…Copy linkCopied More

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      Kyle Walker party girls revealed as globe-trotting models – and lift lid on how star is enjoying his new life in Milan

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      TWO women pictured partying into the early hours with footie star Kyle Walker are Serbian models — who said he was buzzing about his new life.Marijana Vidovic and Dragana Draca are also globe-trotting fashion bosses who live the high life.Kyle Walker is said to be buzzing about his new life in MilanCredit: GettyMarijana Vidovic, who parted with the England star, is a model from SerbiaFellow Serbian model Dragana Draca also partied with WalkerThey frequently post sultry snaps in figure-hugging dresses, swimwear and gym gear from exotic locations including Dubai and Mexico.The girls drank with England ace Kyle, 34, just 24 hours after his long-suffering wife Annie Kilner visited him in Italy.Marijana told a friend: “Kyle is a lovely, charming guy who was buzzing to talk about his new life in Milan.”The Sun on Sunday last week published exclusive snaps of Kyle on a night out with the pair shortly after spending time with Annie, 32, and their four sons.Read More on SportRight-back Kyle, on loan to Italian giants AC Milan from Man City, met the women — who both bear a striking resemblance to Annie — in a private members’ bar.They were seen inside the Living Room at the swish Casa Cipriani Milano hotel until about 2am last Wednesday.After leaving there, £150,000-a-week Kyle — who was wearing his wedding ring — appeared to touch Marijana’s hair as she flicked it flirtatiously, before they all got into an electric BMW iX7.They then headed to join other pals at the star-studded Tocqueville 13 nightclub, where the group splashed out £2,474 to secure a table, plus £1,200 on a magnum of Dom Perignon champagne and £1,600 for a bottle of Clase Azul Reposado tequila.Most read in FootballKyle was said to have left before the rest of his pals, who stayed until 4am.Black-haired Marijana and Dragana are understood to be friends of Kyle’s Italian football agent, Dario Ristori, and both live in Milan.Inside Kyle Walker’s night with 2 party girls in Milan day after wife Annie flew home – & his whopping bar bill revealedMarijana, aged in her 30s, is the boss of 9am — a sustainable luxury fitwear brand which has deals flogging its clothes to companies in her Balkans country.Her business also ships its clothes worldwide and she is frequently seen modelling its goods on her Instagram page.She has 13,800 followers and has been travelling around Europe in recent days for major fashion events.Marijana, pictured in a burgundy coat while out with Kyle, then flew to France for Paris Fashion Week, where she was seen on Friday. While there, she posted snaps of the Eiffel Tower from afar and spent time at the five-star Hotel Costes.Meanwhile, Serbia-born Dragana — seen in a white fur coat when with Kyle — is the founder of a fashion brand called Maison D’Vie.Marijana was pictured in a burgundy coat while out with Kyle during Milan Fashion WeekCredit: BackGridDragana — seen in a white fur coat with Kyle — is the founder of a fashion brand called Maison D’VieCredit: BackGridAmong the items on sale on the brand’s website are a Vero rope navy dress for £1,047 and a Quinn navy velvet jacket costing £923.A source told The Sun on Sunday: “Marijana and Dragana are lovely women with good taste.“They are very successful women who enjoy the finer things in life.”It’s no wonder they mix in the same circles as wealthy high-profile footballers.”Sources stressed Kyle partied with the girls as friends of his agent and as part of a group. They also insisted Kyle did not drink alcohol on his night out in Milan.Marijana shared a picture of herself with Hollywood actor and musician Jared Leto, 53, on her Instagram on Thursday.In one of her sultry snaps online, globe-trotting Marijana is seen wearing a purple two-piece outfit during a night out in Tulum, Mexico, in January.And she often models garments from her company, posing in a white and black swimsuit in a swimming pool in another January post.On Dragana’s profile, she regularly flaunts her designer gear, including a black and silver dress which she wore on the red carpet at the Cannes premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.Kyle and Annie were reported to be going through a divorce after his affair with influencer Lauryn GoodmanCredit: BackGridShe captioned it: “Thank you Mr Harrison Ford.”Dragana also showed off her toned body on the beaches of Dubai — where she is based — wearing bikinis from her summer range Summervie.Kyle and Annie were reported to be going through a divorce after his affair with influencer Lauryn Goodman, with whom he fathered two children.He was booted out of his marital home after confessing in 2023 to having a second child with Lauryn, 34.Kyle, who played in Milan’s 3-2 win over Lecce yesterday, pleaded for forgiveness in an exclusive Sun interview in January last year, vowing to change his ways.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Annie — who no longer wears her wedding ring — served Kyle with divorce papers in October.Marijana and Dragana did not respond to a request for comment yesterday. 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