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    Harry Kane blasted: Prem legend slams striker and says he ‘wasn’t brought in to score hat-trick against Darmstadt’

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    HARRY KANE has been criticised in the German media after enduring a difficult week.The former Tottenham striker, 31, was in action as Bayern Munich fell to a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa in the Champions League.Harry Kane was unable to score as Bayern Munich lost 1-0 at Aston VillaCredit: RexHe also featured as Bayern drew 1-1 with Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen last weekend.Kane has netted ten times in eight appearances in all competitions so far this season, while also laying on five assists.After going scoreless in the crunch matches against Villa and Leverkusen, however, the England captain has received some scrutiny.In his column for Sky Germany, former Premier League midfielder Dietmar Hamann questioned whether Kane has been a good signing for his former side Bayern.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHamann, who also played for Manchester City, Liverpool and Newcastle, wrote: “Harry Kane had a personally sobering evening in Birmingham – in addition to the defeat.”I said after the European Championship in the summer that he still has to prove that he is worth the 100 million – even though he scored over 30 goals last year.”Hamann then appeared to suggest that Kane, who was denied by a last-gasp Emi Martinez save at Villa Park, only scores against weaker opposition.The forward bagged four times against Dinamo Zagreb last month, in addition to netting a treble vs Holstein Kiel.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHamann continued: “He wasn’t brought in to score a hat-trick against Darmstadt.Dietmar Hamann has questioned Kane’s big-game recordCredit: Getty”He was brought in to score against Leverkusen and Aston Villa and to score in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.Watch Harry Kane star in awkward advert as he turns hand to acting “He hasn’t done that yet. I remain sceptical about the star striker.”Kane is both Tottenham and England’s all-time leading goalscorer.He scored 280 goals in 435 appearances for Spurs before leaving in the summer of 2023, and has so far plundered 68 in 100 England caps.His scoring record has remained incredible since signing for Bayern, averaging more than a goal a game with 54 in 53 appearances.But Kane’s side failed to win the Bundesliga or DFB Pokal last season, and fell narrowly in the Champions League semi-finals to eventual winners Real Madrid.The forward did score in the tie against the Spanish giants, before having to go off late on in the second-half with a back injury that would continue to bother him during Euro 2024.He also scored as Bayern eliminated Arsenal in the quarter-finals.Despite criticism faced in Germany, an incredible stat shows that Kane DOES score against the big teams.Within the last year, Kane has the most goal involvements across Europe’s five major leagues.He has found the back of the net 38 times and turned provider on 11 occasions.On him allegedly not showing up for the big games, Kane scored eight goals in 12 Champions League matches last season, with four coming in the knockout stages.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd in the Bundesliga, he scored eight times against last term’s top four finishers Leverkusen, Stuttgart and RB Leipzig.Kane and Co return to action this Sunday, when they travel to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga. More

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      Jhon Duran calls Bayern Munich ‘club of my dreams’ after scoring sensational winner for Aston Villa in Champions League

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      JHON DURAN made a shock revelation after sinking Bayern Munich to maintain his sensational super-sub season.The Aston Villa striker lobbed a glorious Champions League winner just nine minutes after coming off the bench on Wednesday.Jhon Duran celebrated hitting the only goal against BayernCredit: RexAnd after the crazy celebrations at Villa Park – with Prince William losing his voice – Duran claimed his goal fulfilled TWO of his footballing fantasies.The Colombian said: “I feel happy to be able to score, and even more so against a great team like Bayern Munich, which is the club of my dreams.”I am happy to be the man of the match against this team, which was also my dream.”The 20-year-old’s verdict might be taken by some as a hint he has one eye on his long-term future.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDuran netted eight times in 37 games last term, but mainly as understudy to Ollie Watkins.And his frustration led to transfer talk over the summer.Chelsea pondered swapping the 12-cap star for England midfielder Conor Gallagher, who eventually moved instead to Atletico Madrid.And it’s understood West Ham were keen on a £30million swoop for Duran – but that fell £10m short of Villa’s valuation.Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe even whipped social media into a frenzy by sharing a picture of him crossing his arms – a possible nod to the Hammers’ crest.Again this season Villa boss Unai Emery has preferred to start with Watkins in a one-man attack.Jhon Duran ’causes chaos with s—housery’ as Aston Villa ace performs controversial gesture amid West Ham transfer linkBut with Duran netting five more goals off the bench – more than any other player in Europe’s top five leagues this campaign – his bid for a regular start could soon be irresistible.Emery said after Wednesday’s epic triumph: “He arrived two years ago, he has huge potential, sometimes passion.“Sometimes I need to speak with him as a person and connect with him and as a player to let him play and put him on the field because his talent is there and his capacity to improve us.“We have two very good strikers and the challenge is to manage both.”Whatever happens, Emery doesn’t shy away from big decisions over his team – such as bringing on and then subbing Leon Bailey against Bayern. More

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      TV cameras quickly cut away as fan appears to go to snort substance during Aston Villa’s clash against Bayern Munich

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      TNT SPORTS quickly cut away from a Bayern Munich fan after he appeared to be preparing to snort a substance off his hand at Villa Park.The Bundesliga giants travelled to the Midlands for a blockbuster Champions League clash against Unai Emery’s Aston Villa on Wednesday night – and came away beaten 1-0.TNT Sports cameras cut to a Bayern Munich fan in the crowdHe appeared to be preparing to snort something from his hand when the cameras cut awayDuring the first half the cameras cut to the travelling German supporters to capture a sense of the atmosphere.But instead they showed a Bayern fan who seemed to pour something on his hand and prepare to snort it.A lightning quick response from the TNT Sports producers ensured they cut away before anything else was shown.It came just five minutes before Villa had a goal disallowed in the match.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEmery’s side were looking to build on their 3-0 win over Young Boys in their Champions League opener.Bayern promised to be a much more formidable opposition as Harry Kane and Co rocked up at Villa Park.But the hosts took the lead in the 79th minute when Colombian striker Jhon Duran lobbed Bayern’s veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer from 30 yards.The goal sparked wild scenes at Villa Park, and echoed the club’s memorable European Cup final triumph over the German side in 1982.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSVilla have started the season in impressive form, winning four and drawing one of their six Premier League games.They sit fifth in the table, just two points adrift of pace-setters Liverpool.Watch Thierry Henry awkwardly admit ‘I saw Bukayo Saka at the Arsenal academy and didn’t think he’d be that good’Following their clash with Bayern, they host Manchester United on Sunday in their final game before the international break. More

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      Karim Adeyemi lined up for shock £42m Premier League transfer to replace club icon after hat-trick against Celtic

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      DORTMUND star Karim Adeyemi has been linked with a shock move to the Premier League. The 22-year-old winger is reportedly a surprise transfer target for Liverpool. Karim Adeyemi struck a hattrick against Celtic in the Champions League on TuesdayCredit: RexReports suggest Liverpool are plotting a move for the 22-year-oldCredit: PAAdeyemi hit a brilliant hat trick during Dortmund’s crushing 7-1 win over Celtic on Tuesday. The German found the net three times before the break as the Scottish champions wilted in front of the Yellow Wall. According to BILD, Liverpool have already had scouts watching Adeyemi in the Bundesliga this season.The outlet claims he could be the successor to Mo Salah, whose contract expires on Merseyside next summer. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLiverpool would have to stump up around £42.6million to land the whizkid, per the report. But Adeyemi has indicated he is enjoying his football at Dortmund, where is contracted until 2027. The youngster was on the books at Bayern Munich as a boy, before moving to Red Bull Salzburg in Switzerland. Dortmund snapped up the exciting winger for a reported fee of £24million in 2022. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollowing Tuesday’s heroics, Adeyemi told BILD: “I feel great here in Dortmund. “I was already a big fan as a little boy.”Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers meets the media after the 7-1 Champions League rout to Borussia DortmundAsked about his hat-trick performance, he added: “I had a good start. “I set myself to get at least one goal. Today, every shot went in.”Former Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers could only watch on helpless as Celtic crumbled. Rodgers admitted: “It was a tough watch.”Nights like that are tough but they can happen at this level. You have to learn from it and move on. “We came in high on confidence but we needed to start the game much better than we did.”Liverpool welcome Bologna tonight as they look to make it two wins from two in his year’s Champions League. Arne Slot’s side had too much for AC Milan last time out, recording a 3-1 win at the San Siro. Last month, Salah dropped his biggest hint yet that the 2024-25 season would be his last in Liverpool red.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe told Sky Sports: “I had a good summer, I had a long time to stay with myself and try and think positive because as you know it’s my last year in the club.”I just want to enjoy it and I don’t want to think about it. I feel I am free to play football and we will see what happens next year.”Mo Salah could leave Anfield next summer when he contract expiresCredit: Reuters More

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      Fans say ‘there’s absolutely no way’ as footballer’s stunning mum confused for his Wag… and she’s even a gran

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      A FOOTBALLER’S mum has left fans in disbelief after they mistook her for his Wag.Former Bundesliga champion and Sunderland star Leon Dajaku appeared next to his mother, Blerta, as he posed with a shirt in a viral social media post last month.Leon Dajaku’s mother, right, has left fans stunned after being mistaken for his WagCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramBlerta Dajaku might look in her 20s, but she is actually in her 40s and recently became a granCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramThe Kosovan-Albanian works as a beauticianCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramShe has 22,000 followers on InstagramCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramBut fans could not believe their eyes with her jaw-dropping looks.Blerta, a Kosovan-Albanian beautician, has earned celebrity status in Croatia, where her son plays as an attacker for Hajduk Split.While the blonde-bombshell might appear to be in her 20s, she is ageing like fine wine and is actually in her 40s.And she recently became a grandmother after Dajaku and his stunning partner, Leonie June, gave birth to a baby girl, Nava, in March.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBlerta often shares glimpses of her jet-set lifestyle to her Instagram page, which has managed to capture the attention of and gain her a following of nearly 22,000 on the platform.Glamorous destinations she has visited include Dubai, the Maldives, Paris and of course Sunderland.Following Dajaku’s transfer to Hajduk Split, proud mum Blerta wrote: “Dear Leon, a new chapter in your life begins now in Croatia. “May God have only the best for you and may you be healthy and happy. We love you, your family.”Most read in FootballAnother post alongside him saw her say: “When I’m with you, my heart smiles.”Reacting on social media, one fan said: “This is the guy’s MOTHER, not his wife. I’m genuinely in awe.”Top ten Premier League managers’ WagsA second said: “Bro looks older than his mum.”A third said: “Lol no you’re trolling.”Another said: “Oh my goodness.”Dajaku is one of three sons Blerta has. He was born in Germany after Blerta and his father fled from the Yugoslavian civil war before bouncing between Stuttgart and Bayern Munich’s youth teams.He won the Bundesliga title with Bayern in 2020 after making two appearances. Dajaku originally joined Sunderland on loan from Union Berlin in 2021 before securing a permanent transfer the following year.He then spent the season on loan at FC St. Gallen before being sold to Hajduk Split in 2023.Blerta often shares her jet-set lifestyleCredit: blerta_dajaku / instagramDajaku, left, used to play for SunderlandCredit: Rex More

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      Incredible stat shows German press couldn’t be more wrong after they turn on Harry Kane for ‘hanging around alone’

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      A STUNNING stat proves the German press are wrong in their criticism of Harry Kane. The England striker has scored ten goals in seven games for Bayern Munich this season – but a column in the newspaper Bild slammed his performance on Saturday.Harry Kane’s brilliance is being under appreciated by the German mediaCredit: ReutersBayern drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen and Kane made just 13 passes while failing to have a shot before he hobbled off injured with an ankle problem.They accused him of going missing in big games, with a journalist writing: “Lots of effort, too little success. Harry Kane is hanging around alone up front.”What good are three goals against Holstein Kiel if he doesn’t even get a shot on goal in a big game like yesterday?”Fairness dictates that we shouldn’t unleash the Kane-can’t-win-a-title curse now. Especially since he had to leave injured.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut an incredible stat shows that some are taking the ex-Tottenham man’s brilliance for granted.Within the last year, Kane has the most goal involvements across Europe’s five major leagues.He has found the back of the net 38 times and turned provider on 11 occassions.That gives him a stunning 49 goal involvements, putting him above Erling Haaland on 39 and Kylian Mbappe on 37.Most read in BundesligaFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSOn him allegedly not showing up for the big games, Kane scored eight goals in 12 Champions League matches last season, with four coming in the knockout stages.And in the Bundesliga, he scored eight times against last term’s top four finishers Leverkusen, Stuttgart and RB Leipzig.Boy Wonders: Spurs star Will Lankshear the next Harry Kane?Meanwhile, the data on comparing Kane’s goal involvements to others in Europe highlights the incredible rise of Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins.On 43 and 36 goals and assists respectively, they are now among the best attackers in Europe.The stats do not take into account Euro 2024, which further proves Kane, Palmer and Watkins’ talents as they had a hand in 62.5 per cent of England’s goals at the tournament.Harry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.” More

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      Fans say ‘Lidl is mad’ as German discount supermarket sells £10 Harry Kane blow-up mattress

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      FOOTBALL fans have been left baffled by a new item of Bayern Munich merchandise available in Germany.An air mattress in the shape of Bayern striker Harry Kane is now available to buy on the Lidl website.Fans can now purchase a Harry Kane air mattressCredit: LidlKane has become a fan favourite since joining BayernCredit: GettyIt is currently available for £10 (€12.99) online.And the concept has left fans in stitches, with one person taking to social media to write: “This week’s Lidl deals are now online. For just €12.99 you can own a Harry Kane air mattress.”Lidl is mad.”While another joked: “Same number of trophies, 0.000013 per cent of the transfer fee.”Read More in FootballFans are also able to purchase a Jamal Musiala air mattress.A Matthijs de Ligt mattress is available as well – even though he no longer plays for the German side.Lidl is also selling an Allianz Arena paddling pool and a Bayern Munich water slide.The Bundesliga giants face Aston Villa in the Champions League on Wednesday.Most read in BundesligaFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHowever, they could be without star striker Kane.The 31-year-old picked up an ankle injury against Bayer Leverkusen at the weekend.Thierry Henry and Micah Richards pinpoint Erling Haaland’s biggest flaw that ‘Harry Kane can do’ on CBS Sports coverageA statement from Bayern read: “Harry Kane took a painful knock to his ankle in Bayern’s Bundesliga game at home to Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.”Examinations by the club’s medical unit on Sunday determined a positive development.”Kane will continue to receive appropriate treatment.” More

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      German media turns on Harry Kane as England star slammed for ‘hanging around alone’ and going missing in big games

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      A GERMAN media outlet has turned on Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane despite his prolific goalscoring record in the Bundesliga.Kane joined Bayern in a huge £104million transfer from Tottenham last summer and has not stopped scoring since.German newspaper Bild has turned on Harry KaneCredit: GettyThe journalist suggested he goes missing in big gamesCredit: GettyIn 52 appearances across all competitions, the 31-year-old has netted 54 goals and provided 17 assists.He won the Bundesliga golden boot at the end of his first season and smashed a number of records along the way. However, German newspaper Bild has accused Kane of going missing in big games.Following Bayern’s 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, a column from journalist Walter M. Straten read: “Lots of effort, too little success. Harry Kane is hanging around alone up front.Read More in Football”What good are three goals against Kiel if he doesn’t even get a shot on goal in a big game like yesterday?”Fairness dictates that we shouldn’t unleash the Kane-can’t-win-a-title curse now. Especially since he had to leave injured .”Kane suffered an ankle injury late in the match and was forced off in the 86th minute.A statement from Bayern read: “Harry Kane took a painful knock to his ankle in Bayern’s Bundesliga game at home to Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.Most read in BundesligaFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Examinations by the club’s medical unit on Sunday determined a positive development.”Kane will continue to receive appropriate treatment.”Thierry Henry and Micah Richards pinpoint Erling Haaland’s biggest flaw that ‘Harry Kane can do’ on CBS Sports coverageThe striker is now a worry for Bayern Munich’s Champions League showdown with Aston Villa on Wednesday.Bayern boss Vincent Kompany said: “Hopefully it’s nothing serious. I’m not a doctor but I hope he can play against Aston Villa on Wednesday.” More

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      Harry Kane injury fears for Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash at Aston Villa after hobbling off against Leverkusen

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      HARRY KANE is a worry for Bayern Munich’s Champions League showdown with Aston Villa next week.The Bavarians travel to Villa Park on Wednesday for the crunch clash.Harry Kane is an injury doubt for Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash with Aston Villa on WednesdayCredit: GettyThe England captain hobbled off in Bayern’s 1-1 draw with Bayer LeverkusenCredit: GettyBut Kane, 31, had to be subbed four minutes before the end of his side’s 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.Amine Adli caught the England skipper on the ankle to leave him writhing on the turf in agony.The injury will be a concern for Bayern boss Vincent Kompany who has already seen Kane register 15 goal involvements in just seven games this season.Kompany told the media after the game of his concern at losing Kane to injury.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe said: “Hopefully it’s nothing serious. I’m not a doctor but I hope he can play against Aston Villa on Wednesday.”While Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl fuelled the concern when he hinted that it must be a nasty knock if Kane has had to leave the pitch.He added: “If Harry goes off the pitch, then it’s something. Now I hope he’s made of sturdy English wood.”However, Bayern Munich fans may be able to breathe a sigh of relief after Kane gave an upbeat update in the mixed zone after the clash.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Tottenham star said: “Sometimes there have been red cards for something like that.”I’m OK, but it’s a bit sore. I’ll check it tomorrow, but I think it’s OK.Harry Kane’s favourite England goals”It doesn’t feel too bad at the moment. We’ll assess that in the next few days, but I don’t think I’ll be out for long.”Bayern’s goalless draw with Leverkusen means they remain top of the Bundesliga table with 13 points.Kompany’s side are yet to lose a game since the Belgian’s arrival from Burnley this summer.Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich side are yet to lose a gameCredit: Getty More