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      Fans spot something awkward in trophy reflection after Doncaster boss posts pic of himself in bed ‘sleeping’ with cup

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      EAGLE-EYED fans were left in hysterics after spotting something awkward in the Doncaster manager’s trophy picture in bed.Rovers secured promotion from League Two this season and went up as champions, too.Doncaster won League Two – securing top spot on the final day of the seasonCredit: GettyGrant McCann led Rovers to the titleCredit: PAHis bedroom selfie with the trophy left fans in hystericsCredit: X @grantmccann11They were presented with the trophy on Saturday after they beat Notts County away and Port Vale lost at home to Gillingham.And boss Grant McCann was allowed to take the EFL trophy home with him.McCann, 45, took to X on Sunday, posting a photo of himself seemingly sleeping next to the silverware in bed as has become a trend in recent years.The ex-Northern Ireland midfielder, who won League One with Hull in 2020-21, captioned the snap: “Afternoon kip with this beautiful thing,” and added a heart-eyes emoji. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, it did not take long for supporters’ eyes to be caught by the reflection in the trophy.Because while McCann appeared to be fast asleep, not all was quite as it seemed. In the reflection, McCann’s arm can be seen holding his phone and taking the selfie.And that sparked a wave of hilarious responses on social media – including one which was just a string of laughing emojis.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne said: “Generational stinkerAnother wrote: “Haha that reflection – much deserved pose!!”Burnley stars serenaded by chart-topping Noughties legend in surprise scenesA third added: “How did you take this while you were asleep mate?”And a final user typed: “School boy.” More

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      Trent Alexander-Arnold ‘remembers NOTHING of Man Utd clash as mind was in such a blur after Real Madrid transfer bid’

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD “remembers nothing” of his erratic performance against Manchester United earlier this season.The Liverpool star, 26, has confirmed that he will leave Anfield at the end of the season.Trent Alexander-Arnold had an afternoon to forget against Man UtdCredit: AFPAlexander-Arnold, 26, ‘remembers nothing’ of his performance against the Red DevilsCredit: GettySpeculation over the full-back’s future has been rife all season, given that his contract is set expire at the end of June.It is widely expected that Alexander-Arnold will pen a six-year contract with Real Madrid.The England star has mulled over his decision for much of this season.In January, Alexander-Arnold was the subject of a £20million bid from Real Madrid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccording to the Telegraph, the offer sent the Liverpool hometown hero’s mind “into a blur”.They add that Alexander-Arnold has since told pals that he “remembers nothing” about his performance against Man Utd at the time.As it happened, the right-back had a day to forget in the 2-2 draw, making an error leading to Lisandro Martinez’s goal.Following that match, it’s said that Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes called Alexander-Arnold to check if he was alright.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlexander-Arnold went on to confirm his decision not to sign a new contract during the March international break, when he informed boss Arne Slot.With his manager and team-mates having already been told, the Liverpool academy graduate put out a message to fans earlier today.Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigarAlexander-Arnold’s emotional statement read: “After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.”This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.”I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No.20.”This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years.”From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all.”But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.’MY LOVE FOR THIS CLUB WILL NEVER DIE'”I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here.”From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my team-mates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years.”I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all.”My love for this club will never die.”Liverpool’s club statement was rather more blunt.It read: “Trent Alexander-Arnold has informed Liverpool FC of his intention to leave the club this summer upon the expiry of his current contract.Read More on The Sun”The 26-year-old will bring his two-decade-long association with the Reds to an end having made the decision to depart Anfield once his deal ceases on June 30, 2025.”Alexander-Arnold has won two Premier League titles, and FA Cup, League Cup, Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup and Champions League with his boyhood club. More

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      Carlo Ancelotti ‘reaches agreement to LEAVE Real Madrid’ as manager’s likely next job is revealed

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI and Real Madrid have reached a verbal agreement over his exit, according to reports.It was reported last month that the Italian was set to leave the Spanish giants after being eliminated from the Champions League and beaten in the Copa del Rey final.Carlo Ancelotti has reached a verbal agreement over his Real Madrid exitCredit: RexAncelotti is set to take charge of Brazil during the summer international breakCredit: RexAncelotti has been heavily linked the vacant post of the Brazil national team, where he is said to have agreed a deal to take over through to the end of the 2026 World Cup.Conversations have been ongoing with Madrid over the terms of his exit which were largely dependent on reaching an agreement over his salary for the remainder of his contract at the Bernabeu.The 65-year-old has a deal which runs until 2026 after signing an extension in December 2023.But according to The Athletic, a verbal agreement on those terms has now been reached, with only formalities left to be sorted out before an official announcement.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe move is expected to be announced before the end of the LaLiga season and may even come after next Sunday’s El Clasico.However, it will mean Madrid need to find a new manager BEFORE the Club World Cup in the United States starting on June 14.Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is the frontrunner to land the permanent job, although director of football Santiago Solari is also being seen as the favourite for an internal option.Ancelotti has been in talks with Brazil’s football federation (CBF) since March and had been expected to sign a contract with them in late April, but the move stalled due to his talks with Madrid over compensation.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBrazil have World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay coming up when the club season finishes, with those matches taking place on June 6 and June 11 respectively.Ancelotti re-joined Madrid in 2021 and won two league titles and three Champions Leagues to make him the most decorated coach in the club’s history with 15 titles overall.New footage ‘shows Jude Bellingham in tense standoff with Ancelotti’ as Real Madrid boss ‘mortally wounded’ by Arsenal He has been described as the “dream” of CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues.Whoever takes over from the legendary boss at the Bernabeu could be joined by a fellow new arrival in Trent Alexander-Arnold, who today announced he was leaving Liverpool at the end of the season.The 26-year-old said it was “easily the hardest decision of my career” in an emotional statement earlier today, though Liverpool themselves were far more blunt with their own statement.Madrid may need to fork out a transfer fee to see him playing for them at the Club World Cup. Carlo Ancelotti has now won 28 trophies More

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      Premier League set for major broadcasting changes including cameramen allowed on PITCH during matches

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      PREMIER LEAGUE broadcasts are set to allow cameramen on the pitch, according to reports.Several changes will come into place when the new TV deal kicks in next season.Cameramen will be allowed to enter the pitch to record celebrationsCredit: GettyOne innovation will change how fans get to see goal celebrations.Previously, cameramen were banned from entering the field of play.According to the Mail, they will now be allowed to do so in order to film players celebrating.With the new domestic TV deal worth a record £6.7billion, Prem chiefs are hoping to make innovations in order to add more value to broadcasters.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA further change will affect press box etiquette.Commentators and pundits will now be allowed to record their in-game reactions.The new deal will come into effect at the start of next season and run through to the end of the 2028-29 campaign.It will see 270 games broadcast live, with the BBC continuing to air Match of the Day.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSky Sports purchased four of the five packages available and in a major change, will now be able to broadcast all Sunday 2pm kick-offs.TNT Sports, meanwhile, will show all Saturday 12.30pm matches in addition to two full mid-week rounds of games.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals just THREE Man Utd players have spoken to him since he was sackedAll final day matches will be shown by Sky Sports.Previous rights holder Amazon Prime Video will no longer carry Prem matches.Games will no longer be broadcast on Prime Video from next seasonCredit: Rex More

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      Watch moment topless Championship ace in vicious ‘street brawl’ after ‘pub row’ spills into street

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      HULL City’s captain and his teammate and ex-pro boxer brothers have been involved in a daylight street brawl outside a pub.Footage appears to show the Championship club’s topless skipper Lewie Coyle, 29, being led away from a spat by his brother Rocco, 18, in Hull city centre yesterday evening.Footage shows what appears to be Hull City’s captain Lewie Coyle involved in a spatCredit: SuppliedThe professional footballer was filmed being led by his brother Rocco away from the incidentCredit: SuppliedA man was spotted with blood caked on his face following the scuffleCredit: SuppliedBrothers Lewie Coyle (left) and Rocco both play for Hull CityCredit: X/@HullCityStatsThe Championship team leader also supposedly was with his ex-pro boxer brother at the scene outside the Empress pub at around 8pm.A source, who recorded the incident while travelling home on a bus, said traffic had to come to a halt as the scrap had spilt on to the road.The brawl was spotted just off Alfred Gelder Street and the footage shows at least a dozen people involved.The Hull resident, who asked not to be named, said: “It all happened yesterday at around 8pm in town in Hull in the city centre.”I was just on my way home when I saw lots of people fighting. “At the time I wasn’t aware it was Lewie Coyle – I saw him being pushed by his brother.”The witness said the bus came to a stop as Rocco Coyle guided his brother across the road by putting both hands on his chest. Lewie walked backwards away from the scene to the other side of the road as two women walked with them.Most read in Football”The bus stopped because it was starting in the middle of the street,” the source added.”They were fighting right in the middle of the road so the bus was blocked.Bradford clash SUSPENDED with club seconds from promotion as fans storm pitch BEFORE full-time”This bus and the other side of the road were both blocked.”The source said he didn’t know why the pair were fighting but that there were “lots of people” involved.Once the camera pans back over to where the brawl happened a man can be seen with blood on his face surrounded by other men.The bloody bust-up reportedly happened after bank holiday drinks at the nearby boozer.Later it emerged that the fight started in a pub when the Coyles were in a bust-up with Norland Sharks rugby league ace James Sizer.CCTV shows the fight breaking out in the pub before spilling out onto the street. Pals said James was hospitalised in the incident, with a huge gash on his forehead.He was kept on a ward overnight, required multiple stitches to his wound, and had a CT scan to make sure there was no lasting brain damageA source told the Sun: “The CCTV that has been released in the pub is only a fraction of what went on. “Fans will be shocked when they see everything that happened. “Suddenly the whole pub seemed to be brawling. “It was like something out of the Wild West.”Hull City have acknowledged the video and said they are looking into the matter.The club released a statement today saying: “Hull City is aware of a video currently circulating on social media and has launched an investigation into the matter.”The club will refrain from making further comment until the investigation has been concluded.”BBC Humberside Sport shared the statement with the caption: “We’ve received this statement from Hull City after a video emerged on social media last night which appears to show club captain, Lewie Coyle and brother Rocco, who also plays for the club, involved in an incident in Hull city centre.”Hull City drew 1 – 1 with Portsmouth at Fratton Park on Saturday, securing their survival on the last day of the Championship.After the match, Lewie confessed that it’s been a “difficult year” but he’s proud of his team and grateful for the support that was showed to them on the final day.He admitted to ITV: “”It’s been a difficult year for us this year.”We’ve been at the other end of the table, which is not where we want to be. We’ve suffered a lot this year, at times. “A lot of it is down to our own doing. We have to take responsibility as players, we’ve not been good enough at times.”I know exactly what that means to everyone inside that dressing room, and I couldn’t be more proud of the lads. Read More on The Sun”When our backs were against the wall and the chips were down, I found out a lot about me and my teammates, and it’s made me very proud.”The Sun has reached out to Hull City and Humberside Police for comment.Who is Lewie Coyle?Lewie Coyle, 29, is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back and currently captains Hull City in the English Championship. Born in Kingston upon Hull on October 15, 1995, Coyle began his career at Leeds United before gaining first-team experience during loan spells at Fleetwood Town. His younger brother, Rocco Coyle, 18, is following in his footsteps as a promising midfielder in Hull City’s academy, having recently signed his first professional contract.Lewie currently plays as a right-back and currently captains Hull CityCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Who’s bigger than Liverpool?’ – Carragher explains why fans are so fuming at Alexander-Arnold’s Real Madrid transfer

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has revealed why he thinks Liverpool fans have been left upset by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Anfield exit.Alexander-Arnold announced today that he will leave boyhood club Liverpool after 20 years on the expiration of his current deal this summer.Jamie Carragher has revealed why Liverpool fans have been left fuming with Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool exitCredit: GettyAlexander-Arnold has today revealed that he is leaving Liverpool at the end of the seasonCredit: RexThe right-back will join Real Madrid this summerCredit: GettyThe 26-year-old right-back released an emotional video in which he explained he is ready to find a new challenge, but admitted he knows “people won’t be happy”.And he has already been on receiving end of significant backlash, with fan videos showing his Liverpool shirt being set on fire and abuse directed at him online immediately after his announcement.Nothing is official yet, but Alexander-Arnold appears to be on the brink of penning a six-year contract with Real Madrid worth around £240,000-per-week.It’s that particular move that Carragher thinks has left a sour taste in the mouth of the Anfield faithful – suggesting that Madrid are seen as a direct rival to the Reds.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn his Telegraph column, Carragher wrote: “Liverpool are in the business of winning more Premier League and Champions League titles. Anything which undermines that is a threat.”You may not agree, or believe that competitive attitude to the loss of a star player is justified, but it is what makes Liverpool the successful club it is, and it is no different than what you would expect at Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Barcelona or Manchester United.”By leaving Liverpool, Alexander-Arnold is making it harder for his own club to win its 21st league title and seventh European Cup. That is bound to stir emotions.”Carragher also harked back to his own experience of being a Liverpool player, recalling the time he was asked by Geoff Shreeves if he should think about joining a “bigger” club than the Merseyside outfit.Most read in FootballTrent Alexander-Arnold’s emotional goodbyeHere’s a look at Alexander-Arnold’s goodbye statement in full…After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No.20.This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years. From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all.But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here.From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my teammates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years.I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all. My love for this club will never die.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCarragher recalled simply replying: “Who’s bigger than Liverpool?”The retired centre-back also claimed that fans feel that an academy player like Alexander-Arnold jumping ship can come across as though he is looking for “something bigger or better”. Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigarThat is an idea that Alexander-Arnold refuted himself during his goodbye video, saying: “I think the decision for me is personal. To change my environment, to challenge myself elsewhere.”It’s not about wanting to find something better, it’s about me and my personal journey as a player and I feel like now is the best time for me to go and experience that.”People won’t be happy with the decision, but it’s something I feel that I need to do with my career”.Carragher even compared the exit to if Ryan Giggs or Paul Scholes had left Manchester United in their pomp, or even John Terry parting ways with Chelsea and Bukayo Saka turning his back on Arsenal.However, he conceded that Alexander-Arnold will always be regarded as a Liverpool legend, citing his iconic quick corner against Barcelona in 2019 as a moment that will go down in history at the club.The England international also helped Liverpool win two Premier League titles, two League Cups, one FA Cup and the Champions League during his tenure at the club.The Athletic report Alexander-Arnold informed manager Arne Slot of his decision to leave the club in a face-to-face meeting at the club’s Kirkby training complex in March after the ankle injury he sustained against Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16 of the Champions League.Slot is said to have expressed his disappointment but respected the decision, telling him: “You’re a huge part of this team and let’s end it on a high together.”Alexander-Arnold then replied: “My mindset and commitment won’t change. I’ll continue to give everything for this club until the final day.”Now the football community will wait with bated breath to see what kind of reception Alexander-Arnold gets from the Kop when the champions host Arsenal on Sunday at Anfield.Even the official club statement from Liverpool appeared to read as blunt, pointing at the fact that the academy graduate had informed them of his decision – not the other way round.It read: “Trent Alexander-Arnold has informed Liverpool FC of his intention to leave the club this summer upon the expiry of his current contract.Read More on The Sun”Trent will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for his contribution during a sustained period of success.”Local lad Alexander-Arnold has been with The Reds since he was just six years old – becoming one of their greatest ever academy graduates and making over 350 appearances since his debut in 2016, aged 18.Alexander-Arnold won the Champions League with LiverpoolCredit: PA:Press AssociationWhat happened to the Englishmen who joined Real Madrid?TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD looks set to join Real Madrid this summer and will join an exclusive club to pull on the famous white jersey.So had did those who came before him get on?LAURIE CUNNINGHAM (1979-1984)Real Madrid splashed out £950,000 to sign Cunningham from West Brom in 1979.As one of the “Three Degrees” alongside Cyrille Regis and Brendon Batson, Cunningham had left an unforgettable mark at the Hawthorns.The left winger became an instant hit in the Spanish capital, scoring twice on his debut.Cunningham helped his side to the LaLiga title in 1980, and played in the European Cup final against Liverpool the following year.Following a loan spell with Manchester United, Cunningham moved to Marseille in 1984.Having played for Leicester, Charleroi and Wimbledon, Cunningham returned to Madrid with Rayo Vallecano in 1988.The following year he tragically died in a car crash in the city aged just 33.STEVE MCMANAMAN (1999-2003)Like Alexander-Arnold is set to, McManaman left boyhood club Liverpool for the bright lights of Madrid in 1999.A silky winger, McManaman proved to be a hit in Madrid.The Bernabeu crowd immediately took to their new English hero, with his floppy hair and nonchalant flair.McManaman helped Real win six trophies in four years, and scored his side’s second goal in their victorious 2000 Champions League final.He went on to leave Madrid in 2003, spending the final two years of his career with Manchester City.After hanging up his boots, McManaman worked as a pundit for Setanta Sports, BT Sport and ESPN.Now 53, he can regularly be seen on TNT Sports’ football coverage, especially when Liverpool or Real Madrid are playing.DAVID BECKHAM (2003-2007)In 2003, Real Madrid made Manchester United superstar Beckham their latest Galactico.Golden Balls joined a squad boasting the likes of Ronaldo, Raul, Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos in the Spanish capital.Despite his love for high-end fashion and the celebrity lifestyle, Beckham became much beloved in Spain for his incredible work rate, professionalism and of course, quality.Despite boasting a star-studded squad, the fabled La Decima – a tenth Champions League triumph – eluded Real Madrid during his four-year stint.He didn’t leave empty-handed, however, winning the LaLiga title in 2007 before leaving for LA Galaxy.Since Beckham hung up his boots in 2013 he has continued to have several endorsement deals; including the likes of Adidas, Armani, Pepsi and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.Beckham, 49, also owns MLS side Inter Miami, and played a big role in their groundbreaking deal for Lionel Messi in 2023.MICHAEL OWEN (2004-2005)Like McManaman before him, Owen quit Liverpool for Real Madrid.But the former Ballon d’Or winner endured a frustrating season at the Bernabeu, finding himself stuck behind Ronaldo and Raul.Twelve months on from Owen’s £8million switch, Real Madrid doubled their money by flogging him to Newcastle.Owen then spent three years with Liverpool’s rivals Man Utd, before one final year at Stoke.Immediately after hanging up his boots, Owen signed up to be BT Sport’s primary co-commentator upon the channel’s launch.In addition to his punditry work, the former striker has enjoyed several other ventures.Owen, 45, has his own clothing range with Peacocks, while he also appeared on The Masked Singer.JONATHAN WOODGATE (2004-2007)Woodgate endured one of the most infamous debuts of all time after switching Newcastle for Real Madrid in 2004.The luckless defender went through injury hell following the £13.4m transfer, having to wait 17 months before playing his first game.Just 25 minutes in, the England international headed into his own net. Things then got even worse when he was sent off just after the hour mark.Woodgate played just 14 times that season, before a loan move to Middlesbrough effectively ended his Real Madrid career.After signing permanently for Boro, Woody earned a move to Tottenham in January 2008. He won the League Cup barely a month later, and remains the last Spurs player to score a winning goal in a cup final.Following spells with Stoke and back at Middlesbrough, Woodgate retired in 2016.He has since gone into coaching, managing Boro and Bournemouth.Woodgate, 45, returned to Middlesbrough once again in 2022, where he works as a first team coach under Michael Carrick.JUDE BELLINGHAM (2023-present)England superstar Bellingham sealed a blockbuster £115m transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid in the summer of 2023.The move has been a resounding success, with the midfielder immediately excelling in Spain.Bellingham scored on his debut, and went on net five times in his first four LaLiga matches.The image of the 21-year-old with his arms outstretched has quickly become an iconic one.Birmingham’s finest has already won LaLiga and the Champions League during his young career.And with Alexander-Arnold soon to be alongside him, Bellingham will feel that he can add plenty more to his already impressive trophy tally. 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      Former Premier League captain and club cult hero, 36, wakes up unemployed as one of TEN players released

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      A FORMER Premier League captain has been left unemployed after his EFL club released ten players.Huddersfield finished the 2024-25 season tenth in League One after a horror run saw them drop out of play-off contention.Jonathan Hogg has been left unemployed after his release by HuddersfieldCredit: RexThe midfielder captained the Terriers in the Premier LeagueCredit: AFP or licensorsAnd less than 48 hours after the end of the campaign, the Terriers announced their retained list.But, crucially, club cult hero Jonathan Hogg has been let go after 12 years with Huddersfield. Hogg, 36, captained the Yorkshire club during their stint in the Premier League.The news of his departure at the end of his contract had already been confirmed.READ MORE ON EFLThat allowed him to bid farewell to his adoring Huddersfield supporters after the final game of the EFL season at home to Leyton Orient on Saturday. The club also let a further nine first-team stars go as their deals expired while goalkeeper Chris Maxwell retired. Huddersfield said: “As previously disclosed, club captain and legend Jonathan Hogg will wave goodbye to the club this summer following 12 distinguished years in blue and white. “Goalkeeper Chris Maxwell has also departed the club following his recent retirement.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Now at the conclusion of their contracts, we will also part ways with nine other players with senior appearances for the club across our First Team and B Team, with Danny Ward, Tom Lees, Matty Pearson, Ollie Turton, Josh Ruffels, Josh Koroma, Scott High, Loick Ayina and Conor Falls all set to depart with our sincere thanks for their service, and best wishes for the future.”Having unfortunately had his season cut short by an ACL injury, Ward will have the opportunity to continue his rehabilitation with the club until he is fit to move elsewhere.How Arsenal can beat PSG and reach the Champions League final “Conducting a full review of our footballing operations following the 2024/25 campaign, the club retains a desire to refresh the complexion of our First Team squad having fallen short of our targets this season. “Looking to head into the 2025/26 season reinvigorated, decisions have been made to allow full flexibility and freedom to any incoming Head Coach.”Huddersfield sacked manager Michael Duff in March after a run of four defeats in five league matches as the Terriers dropped out of the play-off places. Jon Worthington took interim charge for the remainder of the season to replace Duff, who came in after relegation from the Championship last May. More

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      Harry Kane puffs on cigar as Bayern champions drink champagne and dance to Michael Jackson into early hours of morning

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      HARRY KANE finally broke his trophy duck and he made sure to celebrate in style.The Bayern Munich striker puffed on a cigar, sipped champagne and stayed up to the early hours dancing with his team-mates after the Bavarians were crowned Bundesliga champions.Harry Kane celebrated late into the night with his Bayern Munich teammatesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/konradlaimer/?hl=enA party filled with champagne and cigars went on until the early hoursCredit: https://www.instagram.com/konradlaimer/?hl=enKane, Joshua Kimmich and Eric Dier puffed on cigars after the title was wrapped upCredit: XKimmich, Kane, Serge Gnabry and Dier sprayed champagne magnums at the partyCredit: https://www.instagram.com/harrykane/A 2-2 draw between title rivals Bayer Leverkusen and European battlers Freiburg meant that Bayern were made champions with two games left to play.And players and staff gathered together at a classy restaurant to watch Leverkusen hand them the title on TV, seeing their celebrations descend into a night of chaos on the full-time whistle.German outlet Bild described the ensuing party as a “lavish celebration”, revealing that Kane spent EIGHT HOURS partying – finally leaving at 1:34am.Pictures from the night showed champagne flowing, cigars out and plenty of partying.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLKane could be seen enjoying the night alongside England and former Spurs team-mate Eric Dier – with the pair sharing an emotional embrace on the whistle.While Serge Gnabry, Konrad Laimer and Joshua Kimmich were among the other players posing for celebratory pictures.Everyone seemed to have their dancing shoes on too, with reports of late-night dancing to Michael Jackson.While the players sang along to the Spice Girls, Mr Brightside by The Killers, We Are The Champions by Queen as well as a bit of Sweet Caroline.Most read in FootballKane was soaked with champagne in one clipCredit: https://www.instagram.com/harrykane/He shared an emotional hug with Eric Dier on the full-time whistleCredit: XDier shared a photo of him enjoying a cigarCredit: Instagram @ericdier15CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKane has tasted plenty of heartbreak leading up to his first career trophy, after he lost two League Cup finals and a Champions League final while at Tottenham.While he has also lost two European Championship finals for England in 2021 and 2024. Harry Kane puffs on cigar as Bayern champions drink champagne and dance to Michael Jackson in early hours of morningHe’s been a huge part of Bayern’s title success under boss Vincent Kompany, who was also part of the celebrations, scoring 24 goals and registering nine assists in 29 Bundesliga games this season.Kane took to Instagram to pass a message on to the fans after a long night of partying.In a video, he said: “What a night last night. What a celebration with the players, with the staff.”I’m sure everyone is feeling it a little bit this morning, but we’re here and I feel amazing.”It’s been a long time coming. Obviously a lot of hard work, a lot of dedication. “It just feels sweet to win the title and the first one of my career. So, I appreciate all the support as always – it never goes unnoticed.”I can’t wait to enjoy these next couple of weeks. I can’t wait to be at the Allianz on Saturday and celebrate in front of the fans and then, as always, we look forward to the next one.”Kane missed out on the Champions League when he played for TottenhamCredit: GettyHe suffered trophy agony with England tooCredit: GettyKane has had a superb campaignCredit: GettyBayern Munich made a mock up of Kane sipping tea with the Bundesliga trophy by his sideCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJPYxLFoIgW/ More