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      Man Utd ratings: Casemiro disappearing into irrelevance as Real Madrid legend saved again by Bruno Fernandes

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fought back from two goals down to draw against Everton at Goodison ParkThe Red Devils were slammed as “embarrassing” by Rio Ferdinand after failing 2-0 down in the first half.Bruno Fernandes netted his side’s first of the gameCredit: PAManuel Ugarte netted a brilliant equaliserCredit: ReutersCasemiro had a shocker against EvertonCredit: GettyManchester United were punished for a sluggish start as Beto beat the offside trap to fire the hosts ahead.It got even worse for Amorim’s side as Abdoulaye Doucoure beat Harry Maguire to a rebound to head home.Casemiro disappointed immensely for his 62 minutes of action before he was hooked for Alejandro Garnacho.Man United did get back into the game after a clever 71st-minute free kick from captain Bruno Fernandes.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe visitors then continued to push to gain a positive result from behind.Manuel Ugarte was the man who volleyed home from outside the box in the 80th minute to level the score.Amorim’s men were then lucky to escape a penalty in the final moments after VAR overturned the decision.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence has given his ratings of the Manchester United team…Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAndre Onana – 7United needed him with his game-head on, and his 93rd-minute stop saved a point.Noussair Mazraoui 69′ – 4Looked seriously uncomfortable on the right side of the back three – forced there because of a defensive injury crisisRuben Amorim apologises to Christian Eriksen for ‘misunderstanding’ after comments about Man Utd star’s heart situation Harry Maguire – 4Harry Maguire was at fault for the second Everton goalCredit: GettyOut-jumped by Doucoure as the midfielder grabbed Everton’s second and was generally all over the place.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Nowhere for Beto’s opener, completely missing attempted clearance and got away with a 93rd-minute penalty call.Diogo Dalot – 5At least shows willing. Which is more than could be said for some of his team mates at Goodison.Manuel Ugarte – 7Spent most of the game stranded in United’s midfield morass but salvation came with a brilliant strike.Casemiro 62′ – 2The Brazilian is beginning to look like the world’s oldest 32-year-old —he’s become a genuine irrelevance.Patrick Dorgu – 6Patrick Dorgu was a bright spark for the Red DevilsCredit: GettyMade a determined start down the left flank but that enthusiasm was slowly but surely sucked out of him.Bruno Fernandes – 8 His free kick was genuine class and once he was dropped deeper started controlling the game.Joshua Zirkzee – 4At £36.5M you would expect an element of ball control but the Dutchman used as a joint No 10 just looks lost.Rasmus Hojlund 69′ – 3Rasmus Hojlund’s goal drought continues for Man UnitedCredit: GettyNot so much a desperate Dane, more a despairing one although it would help if he had some support.Subs:ALEJANDRO GARNACHO 62′ – 7Injected some desperately needed pace and passion. READ MORE SUN STORIESLeny Yoro 69′ – 6Should have been on much earlier.Chido Obi-Martin 69′ – 5The 17-year-old has a presence for sure. More

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      Everton 2 Man Utd 2: Referee controversially overrules last-minute penalty to spare Ruben Amorim ANOTHER defeat

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      DAVID MOYES vowed to bring back the thrills when he returned to Goodison – but not even he imagined it would be quite like this.Two goals up, then two goals conceded…and an Everton penalty in the last of six added minutes which referee Andy Madley overturned after reviewing the video.Everton were initially awarded a stoppage-time penalty for a foul on Young but the ref overturned his decisionCredit: AFPBruno Fernandes inspired Man Utd to a comeback at Goodison ParkCredit: PAManuel Ugarte produced a brilliant equaliser to salvage a drawCredit: GettyThe Red Devils were completely outplayed in the first halfCredit: ReutersBeto and Abdoulaye Doucoure got on the scoresheet for the ToffeesCredit: GettyIf Moyes’ hair hadn’t already gone grey by the time he went back as Goodison boss, it surely would be now.At half-time the Toffees were in cruise control – goals from Beto and Abdoulaye Doucoure giving them an advantage that could easily have been double.But then Ruben Amorim threw Alejandro Garnacho on from the bench for the final, frantic half an hour, and the whole thing turned on its head and United somehow clawed their way back.A stunning Bruno Fernandes free-kick and an equally blockbusting edge-of-the-box drive from Manuel Ugarte somehow earned United a point that never looked likely.Everton thought they were handed a golden chance to win it for a second time – only to have it snatched away a minute later.When Idrissa Gana Gueye fired in a low drive after 95 minutes, Andre Onana pushed it back into play and Ashley Young crashed under Matthijs De Ligt’s challenge.The Dutchman clearly had a hand on Young’s shirt, and ref Madley had no doubt – yet when he was sent to the monitor for a double check, amazingly the official changed his mind.Everton were enraged, United escaped…and everyone left Goodison wondering quite how Moyes had failed to gain revenge on the side that sacked him 11 years ago.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBeto had blasted Everton ahead on 19 minutes, making United pay for their pitiful attempts to clear Jack Harrison’s corner.Then Doucoure doubled the advantage by muscling Harry Maguire aside to nod in when Onana blocked Jack Harrison’s point-blank drive.Europa League last 16 draw sees Man Utd face Real Sociedad and Tottenham take on AZ Alkmaar United were on the canvas – yet somehow picked themselves up when everyone was expecting a knockout count.First skipper Fernandes fired in a scorching free kick – although keeper Jordan Pickford’s initial step to the right gave him no chance of reaching it.And ten minutes from the end another Fernandes free kick was headed clear by Beto, only for Ugarte to smash it back with interest.Everton were stunned into silence at chucking it away, only to think they would at least make amends from the spot in that unbelievable, jaw-dropping finsh.Referee Madley, though, decided otherwise… More

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      Sir Alex Ferguson looks disgusted as he watches Man Utd fall apart at Everton in disastrous first-half

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON watched Manchester United’s disastrous first half against Everton in absolute horror.Ferguson, 83, was spotted in the stands at Goodison Park watching his former team, which he led to 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups and two Champions League trophies during a stunning 17-year reign, struggle against the Toffees.Sir Alex Ferguson watched Manchester United in horrorAnd Ferguson looked absolutely frustrated after Everton took a two-goal lead in the first halfUnited completely crumbled in the first 45 minutes as they found themselves trailing after just 19 minutes with Beto’s opener.And things got even worse on 33 minutes when Abdoulaye Doucoure doubled the Merseysiders’ lead.That was when the TNT Sports camera zoomed in on Fergie who appeared to look very frustrated with the Red Devils’ display against Everton, coached by David Moyes – the man he chose as his successor at Old Trafford in 2013.United fans noticed their legendary gaffer’s “disgust” and stormed social media with their own complaints.Read More on Man UtdOne supporter tweeted: “That man Fergie looked disgusted.”Another commented: “Look at Fergie bro he’s disgusted.”A third wrote: “Fergie stop doing this to yourself man.”And that one complained: “They’ve destroyed what Sir Alex built.”Most read in FootballThat sight shouldn’t surprise the fans as another club legend in Rio Ferdinand stated this was the worst Man Utd team he’s seenThis comes after Ferguson’s multi-million pound contract was ended in October by the new Ineos regime, who are devoted to cutting costs amid high losses.Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next toThe Scottish legend will be hoping for better luck in Saudi Arabia tonight, when his horse competes.Sir Alex’s horse Spirit Dancer will try to win back-to-back Neom Cups in a race worth a staggering £1.2million.However, it was much better viewing for the Scot in the second half as Ruben Amorim’s men fought back with goals by Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte to make it 2-2.And the legendary manager was seen cracking a bit of a smile after Ugarte’s equaliser saved his former club’s blushes.Everton were denied a late penalty after a lengthy VAR check and the visitors were saved from something far worse as they left Liverpool with a point.Ferguson ended up smiling after Man Utd’s comeback led to a 2-2 draw More

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      ‘I will love you always’ – John Terry’s wife Toni posts heartbreaking message as her ‘confidante and friend’ passes away

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      JOHN TERRY’S wife Toni posted a heartfelt message after her horse Fritz died aged 26.The equestrian enthusiast was devastated at the passing of her beloved horse.Toni Terry is mourning the death of her horse FritzCredit: GoffJohn Terry and wife Toni have been married since 2007Credit: Instagram @toniterry26Following Fritz’s death, Toni posted several pictures of herself with her “friend and confidante” to Instagram.She captioned them: “RIP my beautiful friend.”Thank you for all you taught me, for all the times you listened to me chatting away and just nuzzled my shoulder, you weren’t just a horse, you were my confidante and my friend.”I will love you always my beautiful Fritz 26-years-old what a star.”READ MORE SPORTToni, 48, first became a professional dressage rider in 2010.After a hiatus she returned to the sport in 2021.That year she created a new Instagram account solely dedicated to her dressage.She has since posted dozens of photos of herself with her beloved horses.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSToni posted further images of herself with her beloved FritzCredit: Instagram @toniterry26In addition to dressage, Toni is something of a fitness fanatic.On her main Instagram account, she has posted pictures and videos of herself in the gym working out.Chelsea legend John Terry plays golf on luxury course after private jet trip Toni began dating John, one year older, at just 16.Together they have 18-year-old twins, a boy named Georgie and a girl called Summer Rose.Toni and John have been married since 2007Credit: Reuters More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo explodes in fit of fury after £64million signing Jhon Duran gets sent off for SLAPPING rival

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO exploded in a fit of rage after Jhnon Duran was sent off for Al-Nassr.The former Aston Villa striker made the move to Saudi Arabia in a £64million January transfer.John Duran was sent off for slapping Abdulelah AlmalkiCredit: X @CanalplusFootCristiano was infuriated by the decisionCredit: X @CanalplusFootDuran, 21, has already scored four times in three Saudi Pro League games for the club.However his last outing was cut short as he was given his marching orders against Al-Ettifaq.The Colombian was sent off for SLAPPING rival player Abdulelah Almalki on the back of the head. The light slap saw the Ettifaq ace throw himself to the ground and convince the official that it was worthy of a red card.READ MORE ON RONALDORonaldo, 40, was left infuriated by the moment as he was left baffled by the referee’s decision.He could then be seen raging towards the touchline as Al-Nassr lost one of their star players.Al-Nassr were 2-1 ahead in the 81st minute but threw away the three points as Mohammed Al-Fatil put through his own net.To make matters worse, former Liverpool and Newcastle United midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum then netted his second of the game to win the game for Ettifaq.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSManager Stefano Pioli admitted he was “not happy” with the red card during his post-match press conference.He said: “We could play better, and the mistakes cost me a lot today and caused the loss.Aston Villa confirm Jhon Duran’s £64million transfer to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr with blunt 58-word statementStefano Pioli was ‘not happy’ with the red cardCredit: Reuters”I repeat the same answer that I mentioned in the previous conferences, after the match, we work for two or three days for the next and most hospitalised match.”We started well and we advanced the result, but what made the difference is the mistakes.”Everyone is responsible for errors, I am the first responsible for correcting mistakes and we are working seriously, and I am not happy with the red card.”Duran could now face a suspension for the upcoming games, which could further dent Al-Nassr’s title hopes.The club are currently fourth in the Saudi Pro League after playing 21 games and eight points behind leaders Al-Ittihad.Inside Cristiano Ronaldo’s incredible lifeAS arguably the greatest player of all time, Cristiano Ronaldo lives a life befitting such a superstar. More

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      Shocking scenes as ace defies team orders, is confronted by team-mates, scores penalty but then gets hooked IMMEDIATELY

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      UDINESE star Lorenzo Lucca caused chaos and enraged his team-mates last night by insisting on taking a penalty over their designated taker.And despite converting the first-half spot kick, Lucca was IMMEDIATELY hooked by his manager.Lorenzo Lucca was determined to take Udinese’s penaltyCredit: Serie ALucca’s stubbornness prompted a frustrated reactionCredit: Serie AThe striker was booked during the incidentCredit: GettyThe Italian side were taking on Lecce in Serie A.When they were awarded a penalty shortly after the half hour, a bizarre scene followed.Captain and designated taker Florian Thauvin was ready to take the spot kick.But Lucca, 24, refused to give the French World Cup winner the ball.READ MORE FOOTBALLSeveral of his team-mates, including former Manchester United and Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez, angrily pleaded with Lucca to back down.The striker did not, however, and was even booked during the unusual incident.When his team-mates finally relented, Lucca made no mistake in converting the penalty.But his colleagues, still fuming, refused to celebrate with him.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSLucca, 24, went on to convert the penaltyCredit: SplashThe Italy international was substituted just minutes laterCredit: RexManager Kosta Runjaic then hooked Lucca off just moments after he converted and replaced him with Iker Bravo.The forward looked miffed as he exited the pitch.Conference League last 16 draw sees Chelsea face Copenhagen And after Udinese’s eventual 1-0 win, he could be seen not smiling as the team took a celebratory picture together.After the match, Runjaic told DAZN: “We have clear hierarchies with penalty kicks.”I didn’t like the discussion, they were talking for a long time, he made the decision independently and I preferred to take him off the pitch after he took the penalty anyway, which he shot very well.”It is also not the first time that two players on a team have argued over who gets to take a set-piece. We will definitely talk about this during the week.”I made this choice because I don’t like those who don’t respect the rules, so I had to take measures. However, this will all be solved in training and we will focus on our next match.”Lucca, who was capped by Italy for the first time last year, has taken six penalties across his senior career, scoring three and missing three.Thauvin, meanwhile, has scored 13 spot kicks, missing six.Lucca, in the middle of the photo at the back, did not smile for a celebratory post-match pictureCredit: X @Udinese_1896 More

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      Michail Antonio in line to make astonishing return from car crash with West Ham star set to be back in training in WEEKS

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      MICHAIL ANTONIO could be back training with his West Ham team-mates next month — in what would be an amazing recovery from his horror car crash.The striker is lucky to be alive after a smash involving his  Ferrari in  Essex on December 7 left him with a broken leg.Michail Antonio is on the mend after his horror crashCredit: InstagramHe crashed his Ferrari back in DecemberCredit: Steve BellGraham Potter has given an update on Antonio’s potential returnCredit: GettyYet Antonio, 34, who was in hospital for more than three weeks, has been in light training in Dubai and could even return to action this term — even though it was feared he might never play again.Antonio was due to return to London last night and boss  Graham Potter hinted he might be involved in full training after the next international window in late March.Ahead of visiting Arsenal today, Potter said: “He’s recovering.“He’s been in Dubai and it’s been good for him to get that work in.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“He’s not at that level of kicking a ball yet.“It’s just a case of slowly getting back on the pitch in probably a slightly warmer environment than our training ground here in February.”Asked when he could be back training with the squad, Potter said: “I wouldn’t be thinking anything this side of the international break for sure.”And a Premier League return this season?Most read in FootballPotter said: “I wouldn’t want to put any time on it because it’s not fair on him.“We just take it day-by-day and see.”Watch shock moment West Ham Utd legend makes surprise appearance in EastEnders – in never-seen-before crossover for Billy’s stag doJarrod Bowen paid tribute to Antonio after scoring against WolvesCredit: AlamyHe could return to training before the end of the seasonCredit: GettyWest Ham has suffered in the absence of Antonio this season.Since the striker was ruled out two days before the club beat Wolves 2-1 at the London Stadium.It was during that game that club captain Bowen held up an Antonio shirt in honour of his team-mate.Since then, manager Julen Lopetegui has been sacked from the dugout and replaced by Potter.The Hammers have lost six of ten league games, winning just once, which has left them sitting 16th.Potter and his squad will hope to turn their fortunes around and produce a shock win over Arsenal at the Emirates.Antonio is West Ham’s record Premier League goalscorer with 68Credit: Getty More

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      Enzo Maresca arranges team meeting with Chelsea fruit-cutters following Mauricio Pochettino’s bizarre ‘lemon strategy’

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      ENZO MARESCA hopes that Chelsea’s KITCHEN STAFF can inspire his stars to Champions League football.And he called a meeting of 100 employees at the training ground to let everyone know they have a part to play — even the fruit-cutters.Enzo Maresca opened up on his plan to kickstart Chelsea’s seasonCredit: GettyThe Blues have struggled for wins of lateCredit: GettyHe reminded his under-performing stars just how many people are working hard behind the scenes to help them achieve their goals.Boss Maresca revealed: “I prepared a meeting with all the people: The kitchen staff, groundsmen, kit men, everyone inside the building.“I asked them to push until the end because our target was to bring this club back into the Champions League. I did this a month ago.“I said to the players in that meeting, ‘When I arrive here in the morning at seven o’clock, there are people from the kitchen cutting the fruit in the same way’. Cut, cut, cut, cut.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWS“So there are people behind who you cannot see, who are working every day to help you to reach your target.“The kitchen people are preparing breakfasts and they are doing it all perfectly.“I tried to convince them there are people behind who work hard and we need to push all together to reach our target.”Maresca, whose side face a crunch clash at fellow top-four contenders Aston Villa this evening, revealed his kitchen-staff plan was the result of a sleepless night.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe said: “I went to bed at 12 o’clock and I woke up at four o’clock. It was when we were third or fourth. I couldn’t sleep.“I started to think, ‘It could be a good idea in the morning to arrive and pull all the people together in the building and share this message’. And they were there, everyone, at ten o’clock.”Humble Nicolas Jackson snubs mega-money supercars as he leaves Chelsea training in £30,000 Fiat 500 Maresca is not the first Chelsea boss to seek inspiration from fruit.Mauricio Pochettino, axed last summer to make way for Maresca, kept lemons in his office as he believes they suck up negative vibes.Chelsea certainly need inspiration from somewhere after a barren spell of two Prem wins since December 16.The Blues have slipped to sixth.Maresca made it clear his players had to step up in spite of an injury crisis.He said: “My ambition since I joined this club has been always the same, to bring this club where this club deserves to be.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s the reason why I joined this club, because I saw the same desire from the owners and the sports directors.“Otherwise there was no sense to join, because this club cannot just survive, it’s a club that you need to win games, you need to fight for something important.”Mauricio Pochettino used some unusual methods while Chelsea bossCredit: Getty More