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      Harry Kane DRENCHED in beer in TV interview as he celebrates with proud family on pitch after FINALLY lifting a trophy

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      BEER-SOAKED Harry Kane toasted the first trophy of his career — then beamed: It won’t be the last.It was a family affair for the England captain, 31, as he celebrated on the Allianz Arena pitch with wife Kate and kids Ivy, Vivienne and Louis as he finally got his hands on silverware.Harry Kane finally got his hands on a trophy after winning the Bundesliga with Bayern MunichCredit: GettyA team-mate drenched Harry Kane with beer in a post-match interviewKane enjoyed a massive glass of Bavarian beer on the pitchCredit: AFPThe striker makes a small piece of kiss-tory for himselfCredit: ReutersKane celebrated on the pitch with wife Kate and three of their kids, Ivy, Vivienne and LouisCredit: GettyKane shared a kiss with wife KateCredit: GettyAnd posed for a photo with his proud parents Kim and PatickCredit: GettyMum Kim and dad Patrick, as well as brother Charlie, were also on the pitch as Kane lifted Bundesliga’s ‘Meisterschale’ with Bayern Munich on Saturday night.And while he proved during the week he cannot sing to save his life, Kane wasted no time in reminding everyone that he is half decent at scoring goals.Bayern clinched the Bundesliga title six days earlier without kicking a ball as Bayer Leverkusen drew with Freiburg. Kane celebrated with his team-mates in a posh Munich restaurant before murdering ‘We Are The Champions’, ‘Sweet Caroline’ and ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis time it was less plush – as a colleague drenched him in bear during a live TV interview after his opener helped sink Borussia Monchengladbach 2-0.Beers had flowed in the stands from an hour before kick-off, with a Bavarian party well underway in Bayern’s penultimate game of the season by the time Kane struck in the 31st minute before former Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise got a late second .After the game, Kane and his team walked back onto the pitch along a red carpet and onto the podium.Kane’s frustrations over a trophyless first season at Bayern, the pain of not winning anything with his boyhood team Spurs and devastating two losses in major finals with England were replaced by the joy of finally being a winner.Most read in BundesligaKane fired the opener in a 2-0 win over Borussia MonchengladbachCredit: ReutersKane was ecstatic after finally picking up major silverwareCredit: ReutersBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSpeaking afterwards, a beaming Kane was delighted his much-publicised wait for a trophy was finally over.He said: “It feels amazing. It’s been a long time coming, a lot of hard work throughout the season, and I’m just proud.Harry Kane puffs on cigar as Bayern champions drink champagne and dance to Michael Jackson in early hours of morning”Look, it doesn’t change the player that I am. It doesn’t change how hard I work.”Of course, it’s been one of the only things that has been missing from my resume.”But hopefully it’s the first of many with this great club and with this great team as well.”He added: “I’m proud of the boys and my family. My wife and kids are here. It’s just a great feeling.”I’m looking forward to enjoying the next week.”Kane’s latest goal also broke yet another record. His header saw him become the first player in German history to score 25 goals or more in his first two Bundesliga seasons. It feels amazing. It’s been a long time coming, a lot of hard work throughout the season, and I’m just proud.Harry KaneIt was an 81st goal in 90 games since leaving Bayern for Spurs for £104million.Despite receiving criticism in some quarters for not scoring in big games – although he did strike against Inter Milan in the quarter-finals – the 31-year-old has already become the club’s main man.Equally, it was also a special day for Eric Dier who followed his pal from north London to Bavaria 18 months ago and has also won his first title.The defender is now heading to Monaco after turning down a one-year contract to stay in Germany and he featured in a presentation on the pitch before the game and was given a standing ovation.Once the game started, Bayern were lethargic and seemed to be paying the price for their boozy celebrations.Yet Kane scored with his first chance and it was very much made in England as the player delivering his 14th assist of the season was Olise.Michael Olise sealed Bayern’s win the the final minuteCredit: GettyThomas Muller enjoys his send-off in his final Bayern home game, as Kane and Leon Goretzka join in the celebrationsCredit: GettyWhile he plays for France, Olise grew up in London and played for Reading and Palace before making a £50million move last summer. He then delivered a deft finish for his 16th goal in the 90th minute.Certainly for Bayern fans, apart from paying tribute to their new goal hero, this day was all about saying farewell to 35-year-old Thomas Muller, who is ending his 25-year association with the club.Bayern were hoping that Muller, 35, would score a 249th goal on what was his 751st appearance. He had a couple of moments but on both occasions his shots were blocked.And in the 83rd minute, Muller – who could end up playing in MLS – left the Allianz pitch for the last time and was given a guard of honour by the subs and coaching staff before a few of the first-team belatedly joined in.Kane was replaced in injury-time and received a big hug from his manager Vincent Kompany who must be thankful Thomas Tuchel signed the striker a couple of years ago.For ex-Manchester City defender Kompany, this was also an unforgettable occasion.Read More on The SunAnd this was in stark contrast to a  year ago when as manager of Burnley, Kompany suffered a 2-1 loss to Spurs for a 23rd Premier League defeat of the season.If you had told him that 12 months later, he would have been doing a victory lap around the pitch at the Allianz, you have to wonder what the reply would have been.Muller shows his emotions as he hugs Kane, with Dier in the backgroundCredit: ReutersRecord-breaking Kane saluted fans amid a carnival atmosphereCredit: Getty More

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      Manuel Neuer’s wife, 24, takes ‘very difficult decision’ to step away from professional sport as he plays on at 39

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      MANUEL NEUER’S wife has decided to step away from professional sport.Anika, 24, married the Bayern Munich goalkeeper, 39, in November 2023 and they welcomed a son Luca last year.Manuel Neuer’s wife Anika has paused her handball careerCredit: GettyThe couple married in a secret ceremony in 2023 and have one sonCredit: GettyShe has made the decision to focus on being a mumCredit: GettyShe has ruled out retiring from the gameCredit: GettyAnika is a professional handball player, who plays for ESV 1927 Regensburg in the German second division.But the left-winger has now opted to walk away from the side to prioritise being a mother.She said in a statement: “The decision was very difficult for me. I really like the team and I really enjoy playing with the girls. “I don’t see the break as the end of my handball career; I just want to have more time for my son.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I will miss the girls and handball very much, so I want to particularly enjoy the final games and finish our great season in the best possible way.”The team’s coach Bernhard Goldbach added: “It’s simply impressive what Ani has achieved on and off the field this season. “She came back from maternity leave stronger than ever and played in all of her season’s games. We can only take our hats off to that.”Neuer married the blonde beauty in a secret ceremony and no official announcement was ever made – but Anika changed her surname on Instagram.Most read in BundesligaJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSShe has since been regularly spotted in the stands cheering her husband on.The two-time Champions League and World Cup winner recently shut down retirement rumours by penning a new contract at Bayern, which runs until the summer of 2026.Harry Kane leaves fans stunned by his German and fans are convinced it is a major hint over transfer future Neuer has played 33 games in all competitions this season. He is currently out injured after hurting his calf while celebrating a goal.Manuel Neuer has a year left on his Bayern Munich contractCredit: Getty More

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      Florian Wirtz ‘tells Xabi Alonso he won’t move to Real Madrid or Man City as he picks next club’

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      FLORIAN WIRTZ has reportedly picked his next club and it is not good news for two European giants.The German wizkid is one of the most exciting prospects in Europe, having starred at Bayer Leverkusen.Florian Wirtz has reportedly chosen his next clubCredit: APHe has had interest from the likes of Man City, Real Madrid and Bayern MunichCredit: GettyWirtz, 22, has been tipped with moves to the likes of Manchester City and Real Madrid.Reports in Germany claim that he has his heart set on a move elsewhere.Bild have reported that the attacking midfielder has told Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso his desired destination.Wirtz is said to “only want a move” to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe report has added that Wirtz’s family have reached a “fundamental agreement” with Bayern during “numerous talks”.It is not clear when a transfer to the Allianz Arena will take place as his contract runs until 2027.Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has previously insisted that Wirtz will not be sold on the cheap.During an interview with Radio Marca in April, he stated that a deal would cost “at least €150million” (£127m).Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe interest from Real Madrid and Man City was apparently not reciprocated as they were not a “serious option” for the midfielder.The conversation with Alonso would have been a blow as he is expected to replace Carlo Ancelotti at the Santiago Bernabeu.Carlo Ancelotti to step down as Real Madrid bossIt had been thought that the former Liverpool star would have wanted to bring the German with him to Spain.Wirtz has continued to impress in Germany this season.He has scored ten and assisted ten goals in Leverkusen’s Bundesliga campaign.The midfielder also impressed with six goals in nine Champions League outings.He was a crucial cog in the club’s efforts as they won the Bundesliga title last season without losing a single game. More

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      Newcastle set to join Man Utd in transfer race for one of world’s most sought-after defenders and Marc Guehi alternative

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      NEWCASTLE are set to join the race to sign Jonathan Tah.Tah, 29, is available on a free transfer this summer and a host of clubs are fighting to land the sought-after German.Jonathan Tah is wanted by Newcastle as he prepares to leave Bayer LeverkusenNewcastle remain interested in Marc GuehiCredit: AlamyManchester United, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are all reportedly keen on the Bayer Leverkusen centre-back.And SunSport understands that the Toon are also monitoring the player. Eddie Howe is desperate to beef up his defence ahead of next season as he attempts to build a team that can make a genuine title challenge.His top target remains Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, who is set to leave Selhurst Park with Chelsea also interested. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe England and Eagles star was the subject of a £70million bid from Newcastle a year ago.But Tah is another option and he is believed to be keen on moving to the Premier League, according to reports in Germany.Real Madrid’s chances could also be boosted if current Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso replaces Carlo Ancelotti at the Bernabeu.Bayern would offer Tah the chance to remain in the Bundesliga, while Barcelona’s pursuit is thought to be complicated by ongoing financial constraints affecting player registration.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe 35-time German international has already confirmed that he is leaving Leverkusen after ten years at the club.He has played a whopping 400 times for them, winning the Bundesliga title and DFB Pokal last season.Newcastle legend, 41, spotted BUSKING in city centre and gushes over ‘dream come true’ to play in ‘my home’ More

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      Leroy Sane could be set for Premier League return as Arsenal and Chelsea target is given ’10-day Bayern ultimatum’

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      LEROY SANE has been given a sensational ultimatum by Bayern Munich as the winger decides his future.Sane’s contract at the Allianz Arena expires at the end of the current season. Leroy Sane has been in and out of the Bayern team this termCredit: ReutersSane has played his part in delivering the first trophy of Harry Kane’s careerCredit: GettyThe newly-crowned Bundesliga champions have tabled a new contract offer to the former Manchester City forward. However, the German international has stalled negotiations, putting Premier League clubs on red alert. Bild reports that Bayern have given Sane, 29, a “10-day ultimatum” to take their offer of a new deal or decide to leave the club on a free transfer.The German outlet claims that Bayern will not negotiate any further on the terms of the deal. Read more FootballAs such, Premier League sides Arsenal and Chelsea’s ears have pricked up, with both London clubs in the market for a new wide man this summer. Sane has recently switched agents as he assesses hisnext steps.Bayern manager Vincent Kompany, a former team-mate of Sane’s at City, said in April that Sane and his advisors had to “sit down with the club and make a joint decision”. However, that mutual agreement has still not happened. Most read in BundesligaBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThis season, Sane has played 28 times in the Bundesliga, scoring 11 goals.He has 69 international caps for Germany. Leroy Sane shoves Marc Cucurella in Euros clash More

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      Bayern Munich cause fury with club to celebrate Harry Kane’s first trophy in ‘ugly as hell’ new kit

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      BAYERN MUNICH fans were left enraged after the club announced plans to celebrate their latest title win in an “ugly as hell” new kit.The German giants got back to winning ways by sealing another Bundesliga victory at the weekend.Bayern Munich will celebrate Harry Kane’s first trophy and Thomas Muller’s final home game this weekendCredit: GettyFans are raging as the club will wear an ‘ugly’ new white away kit for the occasionCredit: XBayern lost last year’s title race to unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen.But Harry Kane finally got his hands on a trophy as Vincent Kompany’s men toasted their victory with a raucous party on Sunday.Now, the players are set to celebrate with fans when Bayern play their final home match this weekend.The Bavarians welcome Borussia Monchengladbach to the Allianz Arena on Saturday and hope to make it an occasion to remember.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNot only will it mark Kane’s first-ever trophy party with supporters, but it will also be the last-ever home game for club legend Thomas Muller.The 35-year-old, who is set to make his 750th appearance, is leaving after 13 titles and two Champions Leagues in 17 seasons.But Bayern have enraged fans by revealing they will wear their new white away kit this weekend.The strip has been unveiled as a tribute to the Allianz Arena, which is turning 20 years old.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe first-ever game Bayern played there was against Saturday’s opponents Gladbach.However, supporters have been less than impressed with the style of the kit.Harry Kane puffs on cigar as Bayern champions drink champagne and dance to Michael Jackson in early hours of morningWhile they also feel not wearing their classic red jersey is a mistake considering the importance of the occasion.One said: “This kit is ugly as hell and will ruin all photos of a historic day.“Muller’s last home game for Bayern and they don’t even wear red jerseys.”Another declared: “Why pay tribute to your home arena with your away kit?”One noted: “It looks horrible.”Another added: “This raises the question why the home jersey is not a tribute to the Allianz Arena?” More

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      Harry Kane and Bayern pals BLOCKED from celebrating Bundesliga title in IBIZA as England star breaks 5,223-day drought

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      HARRY KANE and his Bayern Munich team-mates were blocked by club officials from holding a title party in IBIZA.After 5,223 days of his career, the England captain finally clinched his first piece of silverware.Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich team-mates were denied the chance to celebrate in IbizaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/konradlaimer/?hl=enHe celebrated with Joshua Kimmich, Serge Gnabry and Eric DierCredit: https://www.instagram.com/harrykane/Max Eberl was not keen on the players taking the trip to celebrateCredit: AFPHe did so without kicking a ball as Bayer Leverkusen could only draw 2-2 with Freiburg on Sunday.Bayern could have wrapped up the title themselves the day before but were held to a 3-3 draw by RB Leipzig.Kane was given special dispensation to watch the match from the touchline despite his suspension.But the draw meant that all the effort was in vain as they were made to wait an extra day.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLKane and Co finally celebrated their Bundesliga title success in a posh Munich restaurant.And they wanted to jet off to Ibiza for the night ahead of Saturday’s home game with Borussia Monchengladbach, when they will be presented with their winners’ medals.But Munich sporting director Max Eberl insisted an island knees-up was not appropriate.Kane partied until 1.30am on Monday and mischievous Bayern stars played The Vengaboys hit ‘We’re Going to Ibiza!’ through the restaurant sound system — although it lasted just 30 seconds before someone pulled the plug.Most read in BundesligaJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSLater on social media, the striker said: “What a night and what a celebration with the players and the staff.“I am sure everyone is feeling it a little bit.Harry Kane celebrates with Bayern team-mates after FINALLY winning a trophy“It has been a long time coming after a lot of hard work and a lot of dedication and it just feels sweet to win the title, the first one of my career.”Despite not heading off to Ibiza, Kane was still able to celebrate in style.He could be seen puffing a cigar and drinking champagne on social media with his team-mates.The striker was joined by fellow ex-Tottenham star Eric Dier for the celebrations.Bayern Munich also shared a mock-up picture of Kane sipping tea next to the Bundesliga title.READ MARTIN LIPTON NOW: Harry Kane finally ending trophy ‘curse’ should silence sniggers and could open floodgates… with World Cup glory next?Kane, Kimmich and Dier puffed on cigars after the title was wrapped upCredit: xKane waited over 5,000 days for this trophyCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJPYxLFoIgW/ More

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      Harry Kane finally ending trophy ‘curse’ should silence sniggers and could open floodgates… with World Cup glory next?

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      THE fact that Bayern Munich chose to make Harry Kane official poster boy of their newest Bundesliga triumph should represent the moment the sniggering stops.Kane looked as awkward in the club’s portrait of their dinner-suited title winner as he did wearing lederhosen after his arrival in Bavaria.Harry Kane has ended his career trophy droughtCredit: PANow Kane has the medal, it might open the floodgates for club and countryCredit: APBut the England skipper, 31, fits Bayern like a glove on the pitch, where it matters.And with that first trophy finally tucked away, the absence of which saw Kane unforgivably mocked by many who would dream of a fraction of his talent, it is time for the striker to be widely celebrated as a brilliant ambassador for English football.You can understand why Kane, who stays off the beers apart from a two-week summer window, partied with his team-mates, posting a video of the squad singing along to Queen on Sunday.When Kevin Keegan left Liverpool for Hamburg, he was praised for his bravery and ambition.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLikewise when David Platt headed for Serie A, Steve McManaman and Michael Owen swapped Merseyside for Madrid, while David Beckham also joined Real.Yet with Kane’s move to Munich, there seemed more scorn and derision, especially when they blew up under the pressure of Bayer Leverkusen’s relentless run last term.It was as if it was Kane’s fault that Tottenham fell short, when the truth was he was the reason they got so close.That he was a living, walking “curse”, an albatross round the neck of every team he played for. Utter bilge, of course.Most read in BundesligaBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSKane scored 36 of Bayern’s 94 Bundesliga goals last season, only surpassed in the German top-flight’s history by Gerd Muller and Robert Lewandowski, 44 in all competitions.They were ahead in the Champions League semi with Real Madrid when Kane was replaced late on.Harry Kane celebrates with Bayern team-mates after FINALLY winning a trophyAnd when England stuttered and stumbled their way through Euro 2024, guess who got the blame?That Kane was not his real self was evident — the spirit was willing but the flesh was weak. Gareth Southgate’s belief that Kane’s nerve would hold in the big moments was a factor — just remember how he slammed home the semi-final penalty against Holland.Yet there were plenty who wanted time called on Kane’s Three Lions career, strip him of the armband and give the starting shirt to Ollie Watkins or Ivan Toney.Those voices have been silenced now. Thomas Tuchel could not have been firmer in signalling his faith in the man he signed for Bayern, while Kane has been Munich’s stand-out player once more.Statistics can be used to make any point you want. But Kane’s numbers are the ultimate argument.His list of England scoring records alone are remarkable… most goals, most competitive goals, most goals in major tournaments, most goals as captain, most goals for a single manager. Just for starters.Fitness permitting, with maybe five more years in his tank, including three tournaments, Kane is on course to become the first player to score 100 goals for England.He left Spurs having overtaken Jimmy Greaves as the club’s all-time top scorer, just 47 adrift of Alan Shearer’s Prem record mark.Now he has the medal to prove he is a winner. It might open the floodgates — for club and country.That Shearer tally, too, is one he will be desperate to topple.One more year in Germany, another title, then lead England to World Cup glory, before plenty of suitors back home will be ready for a guaranteed source of goals.Kane does not have to win the Prem. But if anybody deserves to, it is England’s greatest striker.Gone MadJUST as he saw light at the end of the tunnel, Ange Postecoglou realised the injury train was hurtling towards him again.Losing both Lucas Bergvall and James Maddison was a bigger blow than Bodo/Glimt’s late strike in N17 on Thursday.Spurs now travel to the Arctic Circle without two key men. Good job they are renowned for their courage in big games.James Maddison is out for Spurs’ second leg of the semi-finalCredit: GettyCole-den BoyCOLE PALMER claimed he was not bothered by the “trolls and idiots” who have questioned him over the past three months.That’s fair enough. The Chelsea forward, 22, was going through a blip, the first of his career, so it was always a matter of time before he emerged.Yet his response rekindled memories of how Fernando Torres blamed everybody else for his problems after a £50million move to Stamford Bridge from Liverpool in 2011.After breaking his own 18-game Premier League scoring drought, the Spanish striker refused to talk to the media because of the repeated reporting on his lack of goals.Cole Palmer was back amongst the goals as Chelsea beat LiverpoolCredit: GettyGuard of HorrorARNE SLOT’S selective deafness at Stamford Bridge on Sunday signalled another reason Liverpool’s title triumph has been relatively well-received — other than in SW6, that is.The raucous boos of Chelsea supporters, even as their players began to line up to give the new champions a guard of honour, might have seen Slot have a dig.Instead, the Dutchman claimed not to have heard it.Read More on The SunWhile Kop fans rightly revered previous boss Jurgen Klopp, his managerial style alienated plenty of rival supporters.Slot has been far more low-key during his triumphal campaign.Never doubt the determination of the quiet man.Chelsea fans booed the guard of honourCredit: Reuters More