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      Classy Jude Bellingham in rarely-seen gesture to rival manager after Real Madrid’s Champions League win over RB Leipzig

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM was involved in a rarely-seen gesture at the end of Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with RB Leipzig yesterday.The draw was enough to see Madrid through to the quarter-finals of the Champions League after they won the first leg 1-0.Bellingham ran up to Rose to give him a hugCredit: GettyHe then gave his former manager his shirtCredit: GettyAfter the final whistle, Bellingham ran over to RB Leipzig manager Marco Rose.They exchanged a hug before Bellingham gave the manager his jersey as a memento from the match.The two worked together during Bellingham’s time at Dortmund, with Rose leaving the club in 2022.The midfielder followed Rose out the Dortmund exit door a year later when he moved to Real Madrid for £115million last summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans on X responded generally positively to the gesture, with a Dortmund fan writing: “Jude first started developing his overall game thanks to Marco Rose. Gave him the freedom that got the best out of him on the pitch. Miss both these guys”Another wrote: “What Bellingham did with his old coach is like a bromance!”A third posted: “I like the bond between them both.”While a fourth said: “Memories.”Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Rose’s team ran Madrid close despite being unfancied at the Bernabeu.After acquitting themselves well in the first leg and losing narrowly, Leipzig created the majority of the chances during the game in Spain.Jude Bellingham stunned as dramatic ‘winner’ for Real Madrid ruled out as referee blows final whistle with ball in airBut it was Madrid who opened the scoring through Vinicius in the 65th minute against the run of play.Leipzig equalised in the 68th minute through Willi Orban but were unable to find a second that would have taken the game to extra-time. More

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      Thomas Tuchel ‘would consider shock Chelsea return’ after Bayern Munich sacking as fans say ‘bring him back home’

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      THOMAS TUCHEL is ready to consider a return to Chelsea this summer, according to reports.The German, 50, was sacked by Todd Boehly in September 2022 just a few months after the American’s takeover.Thomas Tuchel is set to leave Bayern at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyTodd Boehly concedes that he may have made a ‘mistake’ sacking TuchelCredit: GettyTuchel subsequently took over at Bayern Munich last March, but it has already been confirmed that he will be leaving at the end of this season.With the former Blues boss set to be out of work, he is said to be targeting a return to the Premier League.According to German outlet Bild, Tuchel would be open to returning to Stamford Bridge, should he and Boehly be able to settle their previous differences.Prior to Tuchel’s departure, he and his boss endured a strained relationship.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBoehly, 50, even frustrated the former Chelsea manager by trying to show a group of guests the home dressing room… while Tuchel was attempting to deliver a half-time team talk.At the end of last season, reports claimed that Blues chiefs privately acknowledged that sacking Tuchel may have been a mistake.According to the Mail at the time, Tuchel was owed a £13million severance pay.Chelsea replaced the Champions League winner with Brighton’s Graham Potter, who only lasted seven month before being axed himself.Most read in FootballFrank Lampard subsequently returned as caretaker boss, before Mauricio Pochettino eventually succeeded Potter full-time.The Argentine has failed to restore the Blues’ fortunes, with his side currently sitting 11th in the Premier League.Thomas Tuchel suffers broken toe in bizarre dressing room incident as he tried to motivate Bayern stars before Lazio winPochettino, 52, has come under pressure in recent weeks, with fans singing “f*** off Mauricio” at Brentford last Saturday.Chelsea have made a habit of bringing back former managers in recent years.Prior to Lampard’s return last year, they also re-hired Jose Mourinho and Guus Hiddink.Commenting on a potential Tuchel comeback, one Chelsea fan wrote: “Bring him back home.”While a second gushed: “I’d cherish this opportunity so much.”A third reasoned: “I still think he will give us the results we want.”And another added: “Wow! Bring him home nowww.”While Tuchel would consider Chelsea, Manchester United is claimed to be his “dream destination”.READ MORE SUN STORIESSince Ineos’ arrival as partial owners, doubts have lingered over whether Erik ten Hag will remain at Old Trafford next season.Elsewhere Liverpool are hunting a replacement for Jurgen Klopp, while West Ham and Brighton could also have vacancies – with David Moyes set to be out of contract and Roberto De Zerbi being targeted by the likes of Barcelona.Tuchel, 50, is craving a Premier League returnCredit: AFPFans turned on Mauricio Pochettino during the recent clash with BrentfordCredit: Alamy More

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      Sheffield Wednesday announce controversial transfer for Nico Schulz is OVER after fan fury over domestic violence charge

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      SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY have decided against the controversial transfer signing of Nico Schulz amid fan pressure.The 30-year-old former Borussia Dortmund defender was charged with assaulting his former partner on three separate occasions in 2020 in court last month.Sheffield Wednesday have opted against the controversial signing of Nico SchulzCredit: GettySchulz, who has been capped 12 times by Germany, was ordered to donate over £128,000 to five different charity organisations over a three-month period.That was for the case to be discontinued after his ex-partner refused to testify, according to various reports.Amid that investigation, Schulz was released by Dortmund following a four-year period there last summer.He has since been unemployed but spent time training with Championship strugglers Sheffield Wednesday last month.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHowever an open letter was posted on social media by the Sheffield Wednesday Women’s Supporters Group in which the club was urged not to sign the player.And now the club’s German coach confirmed after the Owls’ win over Plymouth that he would not be pursuing a deal amid the outcry from supporters.Danny Rohl told The Star: “I would not normally speak after a game about a player who is not here, that’s not in my mind, but I have made a final decision.“I’ve said before with transfers that I always look to the whole picture, and that was the same in this case.Most read in Championship“I’m very happy with my team here, I know Kristian Pedersen will come back soon, and that’s the reason why I will stay with my squad… Nico Schulz will not be coming.”Schulz came through the ranks at Hertha Berlin before leaving for Gladbach in 2015.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersHe spent two years there prior to signing for Hoffenheim but it was not long before he was on the move again.In 2019 Dortmund swooped with a £22m transfer deal and he went on to lift both the DFB Pokal and DFL Supercup with the Yellow Submarine.Meanwhile, last night’s victory was Wednesday’s fourth-straight triumph.It is only goal difference that now separates them from safety as they sit on 38 points along with Stoke, Huddersfield and QPR.They are next in action on Friday when they host promotion hopefuls and neighbours Leeds United. More

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      Xabi Alonso ‘opens talks with Bayern Munich with Spaniard leaning towards snubbing Liverpool job’

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      XABI ALONSO has reportedly opened talks with Bayern Munich as he leans towards snubbing Liverpool.The Spanish boss is on the list of both clubs after leading Bayer Leverkusen to the top of the Bundesliga.Xabi Alonso is reportedly in talks to join Bayern Munich from Bayer LeverkusenCredit: RexThomas Tuchel will leave Bayern, who are ten points off leaders LeverkusenCredit: GettyAlonso’s men are ten points clear of Bayern and remain unbeaten this season.However, Leverkusen’s rivals are looking to destabilise the title race by opening talks with Alonso.Bayern have already confirmed they will part ways with Thomas Tuchel this summer.And Sky Germany claims they are now in discussions for Alonso to become their new boss.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former midfielder won three titles playing for Bayern between 2014 and 2017.Liverpool were hoping Alonso’s connections to Anfield would swing things their way.But he apparently believes the void that will be left by Jurgen Klopp’s impending exit is too big to fill.Alonso fears there will be too much risk attached to the Liverpool hot seat once their German supremo departs after a decade of decadence.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd Bayern, who have won the previous 11 Bundesliga titles, are a safer option at this moment in time.Alonso has already given “positive” indications that he is willing to join Leverkusen’s rivals.Xabi Alonso and De Zerbi are two names who could replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool in the summerLiverpool were hoping to replace Jurgen Klopp with Alonso this summerCredit: GettySporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim is an option on Liverpool’s listCredit: GettyBut Bayern will have to cough up a tasty fee for the tactician.He is tied down to the BayArena until 2026.And due to a release clause in his deal which doesn’t kick in until 2025, Alonso could cost anywhere between £13million and £21m in compensation.It means Liverpool could have to look elsewhere for a new manager this summer.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim is on their shortlist after leading his side to the top of the Portuguese league table.And the Reds are also keeping a close eye on Brighton maverick Roberto De Zerbi.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Seagulls sit ninth in the table with ten wins from 27 games.But it’s the Italian’s attacking style of football and willingness to develop youngsters that makes him an attractive option.Xabi Alonso is perfect man for LiverpoolBy Dan King
      XABI ALONSO ticks almost every box to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, and if Bayer Leverkusen don’t let their lead at the top of the Bundesliga slip the case for him to do so will be irresistible.
      The former Kop idol knows the club inside out after five seasons at Anfield and has made no secret of his enduring affection.
      Alonso has already forged a reputation as an innovative coach playing an attractive, pressing style, usually in a fluid 3-4-2-1 formation.
      He has taken Leverkusen from second bottom of the Bundesliga to ten points clear at the top, putting them on course to be crowned German champions for the first time in their 120-year history.
      It’s worth remembering that both Rafa Benitez and Klopp arrived at Anfield with proof they could dethrone clubs who dominated their leagues.
      For Alonso to do the same, in only his second season as a top-flight manager, would mark him out as something special.
      It is that lack of long-term experience that would still make appointing him to replace Klopp a gamble.
      But otherwise, he looks like the perfect candidate as Liverpool are forced to plan a future without the man who made them champions of England, Europe and the world. More

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      ‘The groundskeeper should apologise,’ cry fans as goalkeeper concedes horror own goal after bobble ‘seen from Mars’

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      FANS have demanded that a groundskeeper apologise after a bobble caused a horror own goal.Heidenheim goalkeeper Kevin Muller was the victim of the bizarre moment.’I cannot believe what I have just seen!’ 🤯Heidenheim’s goalkeeper Kevin Muller won’t want to see that one again 🫣 pic.twitter.com/B3gD7umGkX— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) March 3, 2024

      Kevin Muller was decided by a massive bobbleCredit: Sky SportsThe ball bounced over the Heidenheim’s goalkeeper’s footCredit: Sky SportsThe Bundesliga outfit were taking on Eintracht Frankfurt but gave away a goal in comedic fashion.Defender Benedikt Gimber passed the ball back to Muller with little threat from the visitors around.As the stopper tried to boot the ball away it took a massive bobble off the turf and bounced over his foot.Muller could only turn and watch the ball as it rolled into the goal as Frankfurt took the lead.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGimber and Muller were able to see the funny side as they shook hands and shared a smile after the catastrophe.Fans have reacted to the moment on social media, with some calling for the groundskeeper to take responsibility.One posted: “Unbelievable.”A second wrote: “I could see that bobble from Mars.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third commented: “The groundskeeper should apologise.”A fourth said: “Dunno how they’re blaming the keeper there that bobble is horrific.”EFL fans demand ‘automatic relegation’ after goalkeeper and defender combine for ‘Sunday league’ own-goalAnother added: “One of the worst bobbles I’ve ever seen, unfair on the guy would happen to anyone.”The goal proved to be costly for Heidenheim as they went in behind at the break.Frankfurt then doubled their lead in the 49th minute through former Everton defender Niels Nkounkou.Heidenheim did get one back as Marvin Pieringer found the net, but they could not grab an equaliser.It was not the only drama in the Bundesliga on the weekend as Darmstadt’s players were yelled at by an ultra on the pitch. More

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      Football fan arrested after charging on to pitch and attacking rival player before thug is wrestled to the ground

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      A FOOTBALL fan has been arrested after charging onto the pitch to attack a rival player.The shocking incident occurred during Saturday’s 2. Bundesliga clash between Hansa Rostock and Kaiserslautern in Germany.A fan in Germany has been arrested after running on to the pitch and attacking playersCredit: X formerly Twitter / @thecasualultraThe incident occurred during Hansa Rostock’s 3-0 loss to KaiserslauternCredit: X formerly Twitter / @thecasualultraRagnar Ache scored a hat-trick for Kaiserslautern as they romped to a 3-0 victory over their ten-man hosts.However, there were horrific scenes following his third goal as a home fan stormed on to the pitch.The Hansa supporter confronted the Kaiserslautern players as they celebrated by the corner flag.They were then pushed to the floor before being escorted away by security.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFootage of the incident has since been shared to social media after it was captured from the stands.Meanwhile, the fan has been arrested by police, according to the Daily Star.Ache was left furious after the match, exclaiming: “How can this happen? Personally, I think you can’t do that.”No matter how bad the game is, as fans you have to accept that. But at the end of the day nothing bad happened, so we just have to keep going.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRostock also released a statement apologising for the incident, which read: “FC Hansa Rostock formally apologises to 1. FC Kaiserslautern and its players for this unacceptable attack and deeply regrets this incident.”More home fans evaded security to get on to the pitch at the full-time whistle.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersThey could be seen confronting their own players before being seized and removed.Saturday’s defeat leaves Rostock second bottom of the 2. Bundesliga and without a win in their last five matches. More

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      Thomas Tuchel backs Harry Kane to save Bayern Munich’s season with England star frustrated by disastrous collapse

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      THOMAS TUCHEL has backed Harry Kane to help save Bayern Munich’s season.Because if the England captain thought things had become a bit bumpy here in Bavaria over the last few weeks, this would be nothing compared to the furious fall-out if Bayern get booted out of the Champions League by Lazio tomorrow.Thomas Tuchel has backed Harry Kane to help get Bayern Munich’s season back on trackCredit: GettyKane left Spurs to win trophies and despite plundering 27 Bundesliga goals, the team trail Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen side by 10 points.Under-fire Bayern boss Tuchel is now leaving at the end of the season but if the team fails to turn around a 1-0 first leg deficit against Lazio, the former Chelsea manager could be sacked before the home game with Mainz on Saturday.So all eyes will be on Kane to add to his 31 goals in all competitions against Maurizio Sarri’s side and to send Bayern into the quarter-finals.Understandably, the ex-Tottenham striker has been left frustrated by the club’s feeble title bid despite his prolific form.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAsked if he has been forced to boost Kane’s spirits, Tuchel said: “I do not feel it is necessary to lift him but of course, like every player, like every human being, he likes to have attention and to have commitment from the coach. “He gets 100 per cent from me and there is not one per cent of doubt in me in what he does here and how he behaves.“Harry has an impact on every team that he plays for, because of the way he plays. He is not very outspoken, so he is not loud in the dressing room. “The way he does things calmly, focused, and full of confidence always has a positive effect on our team, so it is basically a pleasure to have him.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“It is a gift to be his coach, so we are absolutely not worried about him and I am sure he will perform against Lazio and that is what he does under pressure. We can 100 per cent rely on him.”Bayern were really poor in the defeat in Rome three weeks ago and a 3-2 loss to Bochum four days later was the final straw for the club’s hierarchy. Harry Kane reacts to Bayern Munich’s shock Champions League defeatIt was then announced that Tuchel – originally due to stay until 2025 – would leave this summer.The problem Bayern have is that if they do sack Tuchel this week, there is no obvious candidate to hire short-term and they remain focused on trying to lure Liverpool target Alonso to the Allianz Arena.Yet if Bayern, who won their sixth Champions League title in 2020, progress to the quarter-finals, things will settle down here – for the time being.Tuchel said: “For me it is a very important game. I am a very bad loser and I do not like having the influence that I demand. “Talking about titles doesn’t win you titles. We need to train well and play well.”With Kane up front, Bayern should still have enough to overcome Lazio who are ninth in Serie A after having three players sent off in a 1-0 home loss to Milan on Friday. More

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      ‘He should coach them’ – Ultra storms pitch to give flop side dressing down after 6-0 loss and gets incredible response

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      A BUNDESLIGA ultra stormed on to the pitch to give his flop team a dressing down in incredible scenes.Darmstadt suffered a humiliating 6-0 defeat at home to Augsburg on Saturday.A Darmstadt ultra let out an almighty rant at the players on the pitch on SaturdayCredit: X@eurofootcomThe Bundesliga side lost 6-0 at home to AugsburgCredit: GettyThat included conceding five goals inside the first 29 minutes of the match.The result left the newly-promoted club rooted to the bottom of the Bundesliga table on 13 points from 24 matches.They are 12 points off guaranteed safety with ten games remaining – but are more likely to catch 16th-placed FC Koln to go into the relegation play-offs.But as Augsburg celebrated their thumping victory, one Darmstadt supporter took to the field.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLDecked out in a navy fleece and a backwards cap, the furious fan stood on the edge of the pitch to let rip at the players and coaches gathered in front of him.And he unleashed an emphatic rant at the group, who watched on nervously in silence, as the reality of the situation was laid bare for them.The commentator said: “It’s an interesting tradition they have, a few home truths being told.”Supporters in the stadium jeered and whistled during the 90-second showdown full of wild gesticulations.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThen when the ultra finished his passionate monologue, he turned back to take his place among the rest of the fans in the stand behind the goal.And he was met with applause from his fellow supporters as well as some of the shellshocked players.Incredible moment AC Milan stars get TELLING OFF from club ultras with fans furious after Serie A loss to Spezia The Darmstadt faithful will be desperate the speech has its desired effect with time running out to retain their top-flight status in the Bundesliga.Torsten Lieberknecht’s side – which includes ex-Norwich centre-back Christoph Zimmermann – take on RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich in their next two matches. Fans on social media were loving the approach to allow the ultra to address the players directly – just as AC Milan supporters did last year.And some were even keen to see something similar at their own clubs.One said: “He should coach them.”Another wrote: “They know he’s right and taking the criticism in. That’s why they stood and listened.”READ MORE SUN STORIESA third added: “Extreme but not enough of this kind of thing in life these days. Need a fear factor re consequences of not performing well.”And a final user commented: “This is what Chelsea players need right now. From the manager to players up to the owners, all need to get this treatment.”Darmstadt were 5-0 down after just 29 minutesCredit: GettyThe supporter tore into the group of flopsCredit: X@eurofootcomThe fans know it will take an almighty turnaround to avoid relegationCredit: X@eurofootcom More