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      ‘Best thing he’s done all season’ – Man Utd fans claim Harry Maguire IGNORED Glazers as he went to lift Carabao Cup

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left delighted with Harry Maguire at Wembley – despite him only coming on with two minutes to go.The Red Devils captain was brought on in the final stages of their 2-0 victory over Newcastle in the Carabao Cup Final.
      Man Utd fans loved what Harry Maguire did before lifting the Carabao CupCredit: Getty
      He appeared to snub the club’s Glazer family ownersCredit: Sky Sports
      A Casemiro header and a Sven Botman own goal were enough to end the club’s six-year trophy drought.
      And Maguire’s cameo allowed him to go on to lift the cup along with Bruno Fernandes.
      The club’s owners, the Glazer family, who are trying to sell United, were sitting just inches away from the trophy lift in the royal box.
      And they stood to try and congratulate the players as they made their way past after collecting their medals.
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      However, Maguire marched straight past them – and eagle-eyed supporters were quick to hail him.
      One tweeted: “For this he deserved to lift the trophy with Bruno.”
      Another said that it was the “best thing he’s done all season” while a fellow fan commented: “This is the greatest thing he has done for our club today!”
      While a fellow supporter wrote: “The most captain thing he’s done in a United shirt.”
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      Maguire has struggled for game time this season but he became the first United skipper to get his hands on silverware since Wayne Rooney lifted the Europa League trophy in 2017.
      Some supporters loved the fact he came on for the final few minutes before lifting the trophy.
      One said: “Glad Harry Maguire is in the middle holding the trophy for (checks notes) two minutes he played today.”
      Another added: “I have to respect how Ten Hag put on Maguire for eight minutes just so he could lift the trophy as the captain. Class act.” More

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      Piers Morgan slams ’embarrassing’ Erik ten Hag for Carabao Cup final dancing – but Man Utd fans love it

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      ERIK TEN HAG put on his dancing shoes after claiming his first piece of silverware at Manchester United – but not everyone enjoyed it.The Red Devils are the 2023 Carabao Cup winners after beating Newcastle at Wembley this afternoon.
      Erik ten Hag joined Lisandro Martinez and Antony for a boogie at WembleyCredit: Getty
      Piers Morgan slammed the dancing as ’embarrassing’ but fans loved itCredit: Reuters
      A Casemiro header and a Sven Botman own goal were enough to end the club’s six-year trophy drought.
      And Ten Hag was spotted pulling off some moves with stars Antony and Lisandro Martinez afterwards as the celebrations got underway.
      However, Talk TV host and Sun Sport columnist Piers Morgan, a long-time supporter of Arsenal, was not impressed with what he was watching.
      Sharing the clip, he tweeted: “Can’t believe I’m watching a @ManUtd manager & players dancing with joy after winning the Carabao Cup … so embarrassing.”
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      But United fans and even Roy Keane, who was embroiled in a spat with former Brazil boss Tite over his World Cup dancing antics, absolutely loved it.
      Speaking on Sky Sports, the ex-United captain said: “The lads are having a bit of a dance there, my goodness.Not bad actually to be fair!”

      However, he later jokingly told Ten Hag post-match: “You should resign after that, tonight!”
      And the Dutchman replied: “I hope we can do it more often.”
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      Supporters also took to Twitter to declare their love of the moves, with one fan tweeting: “Erik ten Hag dancing with Antony & Martinez. Iconic!”
      Another wrote: “Ten Hag, Martínez and Antony dancing what we love to see.”
      While a fellow viewer tweeted: “Ten Hag with the dancing moves. I just love this man.” More

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      Newcastle’s s***housery minute-by-minute after Ten Hag urged Man Utd stars to ignore ‘annoying’ tactic in Carabao Cup

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      ERIK TEN HAG branded Newcastle’s dark arts as “annoying” before Man United’s 2-0 win in the Carabao Cup final.Meanwhile, Toon defender Kieran Trippier claimed he “loves sh**housery” during games.
      Did Newcastle get under Man Utd’s skin despite losing the Carabao Cup final?Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      But despite the result, did Newcastle get under United’s skin on Sunday?
      SunSport’s Charlie Wyett looked at how Eddie Howe’s players behaved at Wembley…
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      Bruno Guimaraes is the first player to charge towards referee David Coote after Allan Saint-Maximin is bundled to the ground by Diogo Dalot.
      Within seconds, a further three players in black and white striped shirts are around the ref who then waves a yellow card at the United defender.
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      12’
      Bruno Fernandes tries to deliver a quickly-taken free-kick but Joelinton races towards the ball in a flash.
      Fernandes is unable to take the free-kick and Coote has to tell Joelinton to retreat.
      21’
      United are awarded a free-kick in their own area and Joelinton throws the ball towards Sean Longstaff in completely the opposite direction.
      33’
      Guimaraes clatters into Marcus Rashford and five Newcastle players, led by Kieran Trippier, surround the ref. From Luke Shaw’s resulting free-kick, Casemiro scores.
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      36’
      Brazilian midfielder Guimaraes throws himself onto the floor in an attempt to win a penalty, claiming contact from Wout Weghorst but Coote is having none of it.
      41’ 
      Moments after the second goal, Trippier is in the face of Coote after he awards another United free-kick but the England defender is deliberately holding up play.
      45+5’
      Just seconds after winning a crunching tackle on Antony, midfielder Joelinton grabs Casemiro by the scruff of the neck and could have few complaints over a yellow card. Naturally, he still complains.
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      Coote blows the whistle and four players, Sean Longstaff, Guimaraes, Trippier and Fabian Schar surround the official to all have a good whinge.
      53’
      Trippier sprints over to the linesman to give him a mouthful after Coote fails to award Newcastle a corner.
      Trippier has a point, though, as the ball seems to come off Lisandro Martinez.
      Newcastle were not afraid to ruffle United’s feathers during the gameCredit: Reuters
      54’
      Trippier and Miguel Almiron complain to Coote after he awards United a corner. The ref insists Fernandes’ shot had taken a deflection off a Toon player.
      66’
      Sven Botman throws the ball down in disgust after a decision goes against Newcastle and he gets a booking. Unsurprisingly, Trippier appears in the ref’s face within five seconds.
      81’
      Schar screams for a penalty after throwing himself onto the grass after a collision with Fernandes. Quite rightly, he gets nothing.
      90’
      Callum Wilson falls down easily to try and win a penalty much to the disgust of both Martinez and Raphael Varane who makes their feelings known.
      95’
      There is some aggro on the pitch as Newcastle’s frustrations boil over. Both Schar and Martinez are booked.
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      FINAL WHISTLE
      Trippier goes up to the officials and shakes all their hands. For the first time in the afternoon, he is not actually moaning.
      VERDICT
      It is no surprise that Newcastle’s players tried their best at being annoying but ultimately, United were deserved winners. More

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      Sky Sports viewers in hysterics as Gary Neville taunts miserable Ant & Dec in Wembley crowd after Man Utd beat Newcastle

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      SKY SPORTS viewers were left in hysterics as Gary Neville poked fun at Newcastle fans Ant and Dec as they looked on miserably during the Carabao Cup final.The two Newcastle fans saw their side lose to the Red Devils 2-0 at Wembley Stadium.
      Ant and Dec look disconsolate as their beloved Newcastle are beaten in the finalCredit: Paul Marriott
      Declan Donnelly joined thousands of Newcastle fans who made the trip to WembleyCredit: Paul Marriott
      Ant and Dec were shown on Sky which prompted Neville and Carragher’s taunt
      Casemiro headed home the opener and the second went down as a Sven Botman own goal before the cameras found the television presenters in the stands.
      I’m A Celebrity hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly were then mocked by Neville and Jamie Carragher, who were both on commentator duty.
      The pair appeared on screen late in the game, with the scoreline reading 2-0 to Man Utd.
      Neville said: “I’m a celebrity,” and then Carragher responded with: “Get me out of here”.
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      It led to Man Utd fans joining in the fun on social media.
      One joked: “Ant and Dec researching for their new show ‘I’m a Geordie, get me out of here’.”
      Another tweeted them at full-time: “How was the cup final?”

      A third reacted: “Inject Ant & Dec’s tears into me.”
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      Man Utd fans revelling in the moment also had a laugh at Newcastle legend Alan Shearer, who looked just as glum as his former club’s wait for a major trophy goes on after 54 years.
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      Newcastle hero Alan Shearer was left stunned by Man Utd’s winCredit: Rex
      Gary Neville made a hilarious comment while commentating on the gameCredit: Getty
      Toon supporters’ weekend has not ended the way they hoped but they have enjoyed partying in London while in the capital.
      Thousands flocked to Trafalgar Square the day prior to the game and closer to home they tied up a huge flag to The Angel of the North in Gateshead.
      In the stadium, Newcastle fans stayed to the end applauding their team off the pitch and waving black and white flags until the final whistle. More

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      Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes lift Carabao Cup trophy TOGETHER after fans all said the same thing

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      HARRY MAGUIRE lifted the Carabao Cup along with Bruno Fernandes after beating Newcastle.The Manchester United captain was brought on in the final stages as the Red Devils closed out a 2-0 win.
      Harry Maguire lifted the Carabao Cup with Bruno FernandesCredit: Reuters
      Maguire said it was his dream to lift a trophy for UnitedCredit: AFP
      And although Maguire has struggled for game time this season, he became the first United skipper to get his hands on silverware since Wayne Rooney lifted the Europa League trophy in 2017.
      Some supporters loved the fact he came on for the final few minutes before lifting the trophy.
      One said: “Glad Harry Maguire is in the middle holding the trophy for (checks notes) two minutes he played today.”
      Another added: “I have to respect how Ten Hag put on Maguire for eight minutes just so he could lift the trophy as the captain. Class act.”
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      And a third said: “Kinda happy seeing Maguire lifting the trophy not going to lie.”
      Another commented: “Not gonna lie, seeing how happy Maguire is with that trophy is making me feel all fuzzy inside.
      “You can tell he’s delighted 😂”
      Maguire spoke about the prospect of winning his first trophy ahead of kick-off, describing it as a dream.
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      He said: “It’s a huge honour for a captain of this football club. A real privilege.
      “Ever since I’ve been made captain it’s been a dream to lift my first trophy for this football club.” More

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      Man Utd ratings: Casemiro sets United on path to glory with another stunning display but Bruno is surprisingly quiet

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      MANCHESTER UNITED were the toast of Wembley as they beat Newcastle 2-0 in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final.A Casemiro goal and a deflected Marcus Rashford strike, later awarded as a Sven Botman own-goal, put the Red Devils on course for victory.
      Man Utd beat Newcastle 2-0 to win the Carabao Cup final at WembleyCredit: Getty
      And the result saw United lift their first trophy since 2017.
      Erik ten Hag will now be hoping to round off a brilliant debut season with success in the FA Cup and Europa League.
      But who was United’s best player against Newcastle today?
      And did anyone have a game to forget?
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      Here, SunSport’s Tom Barclay delivers his Man Utd player ratings…
      DAVID DE GEA – 7
      How different this game could have been had De Gea not denied Allan Saint-Maximin with a brilliant stop at his near post at 0-0.
      Didn’t have a lot else to do, but that was crucial.
      DIOGO DALOT – 6
      Booked for a cynical foul to bring down livewire Allan Saint-Maximin early on, but also showed decent delivery when going forward.
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      Got the nod over Aaron Wan-Bissaka but then was replaced by ex-Crystal Palace man at half-time.
      RAPHAEL VARANE – 7
      Solid enough from the World Cup winner but Callum Wilson did not give him much to worry about.
      LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 8
      They don’t call him ‘The Butcher’ for nothing.
      Put his head in where it hurts on a number of occasions, bravely denying Fabian Schar, Callum Wilson and Joelinton.
      Casemiro fired United on their way to gloryCredit: Reuters
      LUKE SHAW – 7
      Pinpoint free-kick delivery for Casemiro’s opener, the England man was rarely troubled by Miguel Almiron.
      CASEMIRO – 9
      Another stunning performance.
      His bullet header set United on their way to victory, and he gave a lesson on snuffing out attacks with his defensive work.
      FRED – 7
      Brave interception to stop fellow Brazilian from getting on a Saint-Maximin pass on the edge of the box at 0-0.
      Booked for a clumsy foul but positionally sound.
      Bruno Fernandes struggled to make his markCredit: Reuters
      ANTONY – 6
      Wound up Newcastle with some of his arrogant flicks and tricks – but, to be fair, they were pretty effective.
      One set up a counter that led to a great Wout Weghorst shot.
      BRUNO FERNANDES – 5
      Quiet game for the Portuguese playmaker – but United’s dominance meant it mattered little.
      Risked a penalty when felling Fabian Schar but ref David Coote did not give it.
      MARCUS RASHFORD – 7
      Everything he touches right now turns to goals.
      Won the free-kick which led to the opener then his shot deflected up off the unfortunate Sven Botman for the crucial second six minutes later.
      Marcus Rashford netted the second before it was later given to Sven BotmanCredit: Getty
      WOUT WEGHORST – 7
      You can see why Erik ten Hag likes him, even if he is not a huge goal threat.
      Very effective in opening up chances for his team-mates, up for a scrap and even came close with a long-ranger.
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      Aaron Wan-Bissaka (for Diogo Dalot at HT) – 7
      Solid defensive clearance from a free-kick shortly after coming on, he kept pace with the tricky Saint-Maximin.
      Marcel Sabitzer (for Fred, 69) – 6
      Solidly helped see out the game.
      Scott McTominay (for Wout Weghorst, 70) – 6
      Could he be wearing black and white next year? His energy would suit Eddie Howe’s side nicely.
      Jadon Sancho (for Antony, 81) – 6
      Little to do.
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      Harry Maguire (for Rashford, 88) – 6
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      ‘All because she got too greedy’ – Man Utd fans bizarrely thank Adrien Rabiot’s MUM during Carabao Cup final

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans sang the praises of Adrien Rabiot’s mum after Casemiro scored in the Carabao Cup final.The former Real Madrid star has been key to United’s transformation this season and has even contributed five goals.
      Casemiro headed in Manchester United’s opener in the Carabao Cup finalCredit: AP
      United were close to signing Adrien Rabiot instead of the BrazilianCredit: Getty
      They withdrew from the deal because Rabiot’s mother Veronique made unrealistic wage demandsCredit: AFP
      He headed in United’s opener against Newcastle at Wembley which sparked a discussion about how important he is amongst the Red Devils fanbase.
      And some noted that Casemiro might not even be at the club if United had completed the signing of Rabiot.
      United were close to sealing a move for the Frenchman but the deal fell through because Rabiot’s mother and agent Veronique demanded too high a salary.
      Casemiro was signed instead and his goal in the Carabao Cup final led fans to jokingly thank Veronique.
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      One supporter said: “All because Rabiot’s mum got greedy too loool.”
      Another added: “Rabiot’s mum. Our hero.”
      And a third wrote: “Another thankyou for Rabiot’s mother, without you we wouldn’t have Casemiro.”
      Another commented: “Man of the match Rabiot’s mum.”
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      United fans also rushed to thank Rabiot’s mum and demanded a statue of her be built after Casemiro scored twice against Reading.
      Casemiro has made a big impact at Old Trafford this season with Paul Scholes comparing him to club legend Roy Keane.
      He said of the Brazilian: “People say he’s a defensive midfielder, but I don’t see that. He’s as close to Roy Keane as I’ve seen.” More

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      ‘This is surreal’ – Hilarious moment Gary Neville’s live stream is interrupted by FLOYD MAYWEATHER

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      GARY NEVILLE’S live stream before the Carabao Cup final descended into chaos as Floyd Mayweather made a surprise appearance. The Manchester United legend began the Instagram video by slamming Jamie Carragher for being late as the pundits tried to leave and make their way to Wembley.
      Gary Neville’s live descended into madnessCredit: Instagram @gneville2
      A bus tried to turn around down the narrow street as Gary Neville looked on in disbeliefCredit: Instagram @gneville2
      Floyd Mayweather did not worry about parking properly adding to the chaosCredit: Instagram @gneville2
      Neville explained that Carragher was late because he was in the hotel spa and got the departure time wrong.
      He feared that he was going to be late for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the game between Man Utd and Newcastle.
      While waiting to leave in the car, a bus suddenly appeared and demanded Neville’s vehicle move so it could do a three-point turn down a tight road.
      The former right-back hilariously called the manoeuvre “ambitious” and laughed that he was “just called ‘bruv’.”
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      Things then got weirder, as the bus attempted to turn around unsuccessfully, a car carrying boxing legend Floyd Mayweather parked in the middle of the road blocking the street.
      The fighter, who was involved in exhibition bout in London the night before, casually gout out and strolled into the hotel.
      Neville was left startled saying: “No word of a lie that is Floyd Mayweather. This is surreal.
      “He can dump his car anywhere he wants that man. He’s just thrown it in the middle of the road right in front of the bus, which is struggling like mad.
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      “You could not write this script, this is the best live video you’re ever going to see.
      “Meanwhile, Carragher hasn’t even come out yet he is still in the jacuzzi.”
      The ex-Liverpool man did finally appear to the delight of Neville, who claimed he was “dressed like a Tory politician who had just won an election.”
      Carragher jumped into the car and stressed that their is loads of time and he doesn’t need to be there early as it’s “not a big day for him, just for you [Neville].”
      Jamie Carragher eventually appeared after getting his times wrongCredit: Instagram @gneville2 More