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    ISIS-K threatens attacks on Bayern Munich & Dortmund matches ahead of Champions League with image of gunman in stadium

    ISIS-K has threatened to attack Champions League matches tonight after posting an image of a gunman in a football stadium online.The photo shows a terrorist in full camouflage looking across a stadium with the words “Where do you want” plastered across it.The terrifying poster threatening to attack Champions League matches this weekCredit: Voice of KhurasanThe chilling poster of the gunman looking at a football stadium was made and released by terror group ISIS-KCredit: ISIS-KOn the photo, the word “Where” sits atop the purposely designed threat with a slit through the middle of the letters as blood stains drip down the photo.Three German cities are also mentioned in the image – Berlin, Dortmund and Munich.The only other text says “Then score the last goal”, seemingly referencing the Champions League games this week.It is unclear what the threat means exactly, but there are two German sides competing in the semi-finals.read more in terrorismBayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are both looking to create an all German clash in the final as Bayern look to nick a win away in Madrid.Dortmund have a slightly easier task as they take a one-goal lead to Paris, meaning a draw will take them through.The image has been posted in Voice of Khurasan – a regular “terror magazine” published online by the squad.It appears on the final page of the magazine.Most read in FootballThere has been no statement yet from European football’s governing body UEFA or any of the four sides involved in the matches.Elite anti-terror unit to protect Champions League stadium from ISIS threat as France takes NO chances over attack fearsAlthough The Sun can confirm elite anti-terrorist police will be on duty in Paris tonight.Heavily-armed specialist officers from the Research and Intervention Brigade (BRI) are expected to be around the stadiumA police source in the French capital said: “Officers from the BRI will be on standby around the ground, along with around 500 regular officers. “Every eventuality will be covered.”Paris, where Borussia Dortmund play PSG tonight, have previously announced considerable reinforcements to their match day security after previous terror threats as major events.France’s interior minister, Gérald Darmanin, warned the security around future Paris Saint-Germain European games will be “considerably reinforced”, last month.The countries most elite anti-terrorist unit was drafted in for their quarter final match with Barcelona.Former Bundesliga champions, Bayern, travel to the capital of Spain for their game tomorrow night.In the previous round, the Spanish government deployed 2,000 extra police officers to guard Real Madrid versus Man City.Who are ISIS-K
    Originally formed in 2015, the group have been a consistent threat to security in Afghanistan, carrying out brutal suicide bombings and vile ceremonial executions.
    The “K” refers to the historical region of Greater Khorasan, which included parts of Iran, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan.
    Despite efforts from the West, the former Afghan government and the Taliban to fight them back – they seized on the chaos sown by the country’s collapse and quickly established a reputation for extreme brutality.
    One of the most active regional affiliates of the Islamic State militant group, ISIS-K’s membership peaked in 2018 before declining.
    It suffered heavy losses inflicted by American air strikes and Taliban forces, reportedly cutting its ranks in half.
    However, it got a dramatic second wind after the US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan and the country’s fall to the Taliban.
    The warped army of barbaric fanatics that even terrify the Taliban – are believed to have led the massacre at a Russian rock concert that killed at least 133.
    Earlier this year, the top US general in the Middle East said ISIS-K could attack US and Western interests outside of Afghanistan “in as little as six months and with little to no warning.”
    The group was also responsible for an attack on Kabul’s international airport in 2021 that killed 13 US troops and scores of civilians during the chaotic US evacuation from the country.
    They also perform filmed executions and have even been videoed killing children.

    This latest warning to fans going to Champions League ties comes less than a month after a sinister poster was revealed by ISIS.It included the names of the four high-capacity venues hosting quarter final clashes and a message that read: “Kill them all”.Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium, Real’s Santiago Bernabeu, Atletico’s Metropolitano Stadium and PSG’s Parc de Princes were all on high alert.This prompted the reactions from the Spanish and French authorities to step up their protection. UEFA made a statement on the day of the games saying they were aware of the terror threats. They said they were “closely liaising with the authorities at the respective venues with appropriate security arrangements in place”.Thousands of added security were deployed across the European cities hosting the games on hand to identify and dispel any trouble.Police outside Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena as they prepare for this week’s massive clashCredit: GettyISIS-K claimed the horror attack in Moscow earlier in the year as their own doingCredit: ISIS-KSecurity experts told The Sun armed cops would be stationed on roofs with packs of prowling bomb dogs for the games.Chris Phillips, a security expert and former police officer, told The Sun that the security operations will even stretch beyond stadiums to city centres and busy transport hubs.After ISIS singled out the game locations, he said armed cops will be on the lookout for trouble at “train stations, bus stations, even airports” which he says will be “an easier target”.He said at-risk areas in Paris and Madrid – where the two games are being played this week – will likely be crawling with “firearms officers” with sniffer bomb dogs to deter any terrorist threat.Chris continued saying the Champions League threat was ISIS “trying to put themselves back on the map”, and a “call to arms” for extremist individuals.A new wave of bloodshedIn recent weeks, ISIS have resurfaced across Europe and the US in a concerning escalation putting British counter-terror experts on high alert.Will Geddes spoke to The Sun and said he would not be surprised if the UK’s terror threat level increases.He said: “I would be remarkably surprised if we did not see a terrorist attack on UK or on European soil, certainly in the next few months.”These worries have stemmed from a horrific attack in Moscow as four ISIS-K gunmen unleashed gunfire on concert-goers, slaughtering over 140 and publishing horrific videos of their deaths.It was the worst Islamic extremist terror attack in Europe to date.London and Paris are expected to take further measures in the coming months as they are both are set to host huge sporting events in the Champions League Final and the Olympics.France raised its terror threat level to the highest marker after the Moscow attack – meaning an attack is “imminent”.The UK is yet to announce any increases to the level.It was also remarkably revealed that cops foiled 12 terror plots across Europe in the past year.Ten jihadist attacks have been bravely intercepted and prevented in Europe last year, says Dutch intelligence agency AIVD.Among the attacks foiled include stabbing rampages at global events, and barbaric assaults on specific venues and groups being targeted, the annual report revealed.READ MORE SUN STORIESAIVD, the Dutch agency who made the report, listed two potential reasons for the high number of attacks in the last year.It said: “There were two mobilising issues: the destruction of Korans in the Netherlands and other European countries and the conflict between Israel and Hamas.”Borussia Dortmund is believed to be one of the teams ISIS-K are targeting through their poster as Dortmund was named on itCredit: GettyBayern Munich face Real Madrid tomorrow evening for a chance to play in the finalCredit: AFP – Getty More

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    Ex-Chelsea wonderkid, 30, who lifted Champions League trophy wakes up unemployed days after winning League Two title

    EX-CHELSEA whizkid Todd Kane has suffered another of football’s brutal twists of fortune.The full-back, 30, who once lifted the Champions League trophy, helped Stockport clinch the League Two title last month but has been released.Todd Kane was with Coventry from 2021-23 and has now left StockportCredit: PANathaniel Chalobah, Todd Kane and Jamal Blackman helped Chelsea celebrate beating Bayern in the 2012 Champions League FinalCredit: GettyIt’s the latest blow for a player who had EIGHT loan spells while at Stamford Bridge from 2012-2017.He was a non-playing squad member as Chelsea beat Bayern Munich to win Europe’s top club competition in his first year but never made a senior appearance for the Blues.Yet the London giants rejected bids from Premier League rivals plus Ajax and Borussia Dortmund during that crazy seven-season stint.And that lengthy period of uncertainty at Stamford Bridge left Kane advising youngsters regularly loaned out by Chelsea to quit the club.READ MORE TOP STORIESHe only joined Stockport in March – after spending most of the season with  Gibraltan club Manchester 62.County beat Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham to the L2 crown by four points.But Kane was one of seven Stockport players freed and rendered unemployed at the end of their contract.However, if anyone is used to the ups and downs of football, it’s Kane.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIn his seven years with Chelsea, he was offloaded for temporary spells with Preston, Blackburn, Bristol City, Nottingham Forest, Nijmegen, Groningen, Oxford United and Hull.His career then seemed well set after his first permanent move to Championship side QPR in 2019 but he left for two years at Coventry in 2021.Chelsea icon’s daughter flashes underwear on camera before going braless in elegant black dress to leave fans speechlessAfter that, he’s even had a ninth loan time – at Charlton.And now he looking for a new club.Kane exclusively told the Sun three years ago how he wished he’d departed from Chelsea earlier.And he dished out astonishingly blunt advice for Stamford Bridge academy starlets who find themselves being constantly farmed out.He said: “Leave. I’ve had numerous bids from clubs coming in for me down the years but Chelsea would always just say ‘no’.“I’d tell any young lad now to move on if anyone is interested in you because if you’re good enough to play for someone else, you’re better off taking that opportunity.“When I was 19, I was rated as one of the best young right-backs in the country – and had I been at any other Premier League club back then I’d have been playing. Plenty of teams wanted to sign me.” More

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    Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich: Bellingham and Kane clash with Champions League final spot up for grabs – team news

    HARRY KANE hopes to move one step closer to ending his trophy curse against Real Madrid.Bayern Munich travel to Spain for a much-anticipated Champions League semi-final second leg clash.Harry Kane scored as Bayern drew 2-2 with Real Madrid in the first legCredit: GettyJude Bellingham will hope to fire them to the finalCredit: GettyVinicius Junior scored twice either side of the Bundesliga side’s strikes from Leroy Sane and Kane as the first meeting finished 2-2.Bayern will be disappointed to have thrown away their lead with sloppy defending and are now in danger of not winning a trophy this season.They have not gone trophyless since the 2011/12 campaign and the Champions League is their last shot at glory.Thomas Tuchel, who guided Chelsea to success in this competition in 2021, has already announced he will quit Bayern this summer and hopes to leave on a high.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs for Real Madrid, they have a reputation for finding a way in the Champions League.And with the LaLiga title wrapped up at the weekend, all eyes are on sealing a record 15th European crown. Real Madrid are unbeaten in 20 games, last suffering defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey in January.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTeam News Thibaut Courtois returned between the sticks at the weekend after a long injury lay-off and he is set to replace Andriy Lunin in goal.Most read in FootballDavid Alaba and Eder Militao remain in the treatment room – but Dani Carvajal is back from suspension.England footie star Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native NetherlandsAs for Bayern, Eric Dier limped off at half-time at the weekend due to a calf strain and he faces a race against time to be fit for Wednesday.Kingsley Coman, Sacha Boey and Bouna Sarr are out injured.Star PlayersJude Bellingham has been in incredible form this season, bagging 18 goals in the league.It is easy to forget this is the 20-year-old’s first season at the club after joining from Borussia Dortmund.Look no further than Harry Kane, his amazing record speaks for itself as he has scored 44 goals in 44 games for Bayern Munich.When is Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich?
    Real Madrid’s clash with Bayern Munich will take place on Wednesday, May 8.
    The game will be held at the Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
    Kick-off is at 8pm BST.
    The first leg finished 2-2 after goals from Vinicius Jr (2), Leroy Sane and Harry Kane.
    What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
    Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
    You can live stream the action from the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
    READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
    Real Madrid – 4/5
    Draw – 14/5
    Bayern Munich – 12/5
    Real to qualify – 4/9
    Bayern to qualify – 8/5
    *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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    PSG vs Dortmund: Mbappe goes head-to-head with Sancho in crucial Champions League semi-final – team news, kick-off time

    PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN face Borussia Dortmund in a much-anticipated Champions League semi-final second leg clash.Niclas Fullkrug’s effort last week sees the German side take a 1-0 lead to France.Niclas Fullkrug scored the winning goal last weekCredit: GettyPSG need to overturn a 1-0 deficitCredit: GettyDortmund have not made the Champions League final since 2013 when Jurgen Klopp’s men lost to Bayern Munich at Wembley.But they are just a game away from having another shot at glory in London as this year’s showpiece is again under the famous arch.Dortmund have not had a brilliant campaign domestically, with them set to finish the Bundesliga season in fifth.But Edin Terzic has guided the club through a group of death that featured PSG, AC Milan and Newcastle.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd then followed it up with overseeing them negotiate tough tasks against PSV and Atletico Madrid in the knockout rounds.In front of the Yellow Wall, Dortmund have been near perfect but their away form will give the Parisians hope of overturning the deficit.They have failed to win three of their six games away from the Signal Iduna Park in Europe, including a 2-0 loss to PSG back in September.Luis Enrique is a second leg master – he was the man behind Barcelona’s iconic Remontada comeback in 2017 when the Catalan giants came from 4-0 down to beat PSG 6-1 in the return fixture.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd he pulled a similar trick in the last round, getting one over his old club as PSG came back from two goals down.Is this year the time they end their wait for Champions League glory?Fuming Kylian Mbappe’s incredible reaction to being subbed by PSG in Marseille victoryTeam News Lucas Hernandez and Presnel Kimpembe remain out injured for PSG.As for Dortmund, right-back Julian Ryerson and striker Sebastien Haller were rested due to knocks at the weekend.However, Karim Adeyemi faces a race against time to be fit after picking up a minor issue in the win over Augsburg on Saturday.Star PlayersPSG need Kylian Mbappe at his best. He looks set to join Real Madrid this summer and will hope to sign off from his hometown club in style.On loan Manchester United ace Jadon Sancho was superb in the first leg.During a night to remember, he became the first Englishman on record to complete more than 11 take-ons in a single Champions League match and he created three chances.When is PSG vs Dortmund?
    PSG’s big Champions League semi-final clash with Dortmund will take place on Tuesday, May 7.
    The game will be held at the Parc de Princes in Paris, France.
    Kick-off is at 8pm BST.
    Dortmund won the first leg 1-0 thanks to Niclas Fullkrug’s goal.
    What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
    PSG vs Dortmund will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
    You can live stream the action from the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
    READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
    PSG – 4/9
    Draw – 18/5
    Dortmund – 4/1
    PSG to qualify – 3/5
    Dortmund to qualify – 6/5
    *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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    Man Utd have held meetings with Jadon Sancho in shock bid to bring him BACK to club next season despite Ten Hag fallout

    MANCHESTER UNITED have met with Jadon Sancho in a bid to bring him back to Old Trafford next season.The £73million signing was farmed out on loan back to his previous club Borussia Dortmund after falling out with Erik ten Hag.Man Utd have met with Jadon Sancho over his return to the clubCredit: GettySancho was shipped out to Borussia Dortmund after a fallout with Erik ten HagCredit: PABut Ten Hag insists the meetings are to monitor his performancesCredit: ReutersBut the manager says that meetings have taken place with the winger and United staff have been in Germany monitoring his games.Ten Hag said: “We are close in that process. We are visiting games where Jadon was performing.“We had a visit with him, we talk with him and we will keep going with this process.”Meetings have taken place with now departed Director of Football John Murtough and Director of Player Negotiations Matt Hargreaves.READ MORE IN MAN UTDSancho fell out with Ten Hag last September after he was dropped for the away defeat at Arsenal.Afterwards the boss explained his absence for his poor attitude in training.The player later put out a social media posting effectively calling his manager a liar.While he took that post down, he refused to apologise to Ten Hag for what he did.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe was banished from the first team and made to train on his own and with the academy players, before finally being allowed to leave on loan.His poor form at United has since been at odds with his performances back at Dortmund, where he made his name, not least in last weeks 1-0 Champions League semi-final first leg win over PSG.Five things you didn’t know about Jadon Sancho (2)Now Ten Hag wants to put their differences behind them after this season has finished.He said: “There was a conflict and let’s first finish the season so stay away from this issue, now it is not important.“He has the return of the semi-final, in the league it is not going that well for them and we have four important games in the league and the FA Cup final and then we will see.”Clearly Ten Hag is already looking ahead to what the make-up of his squad will be going into next season, believing he will still be the boss.He admits he needs greater depth after being left exposed by a raft of injuries this season.He said: “That is one of the issues in constructing the squad. We have to construct a squad better, with more depth.”Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
    Jamie Carragher – Sacked
    “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
    Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
    “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
    Louis Saha – On the fence
    “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
    Alan Shearer – Sacked
    “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

    There is a certain type of player he is looking for, as well.He said: “I think every manager wants winning attitudes.“Great mentality big personalities to perform under stress is what every manager is looking for. In this club it is extremely important to perform under stress.”A player he most definitely wants to keep is captain Bruno Fernandes who hinted in an interview last week that he will consider his future at United after this summer’s Euros.He said: “That was taken out of context. I know he is Manchester United and he is very happy to be here.”Ten Hag says his skipper is an example to the other players particularly those not prepared to play through the pain barrier.He said: “Bruno is a real fighter. Last year for instance when we played Brighton in the FA Cup semi final, he played with an ankle that was so thick, unbelievable,“Bruno is a very good example for other players.”READ MORE SUN STORIESUnited travel to take on Crystal Palace tonight without Harry Maguire.He has sustained a muscle injury that will keep him out of the last three league games but could make the FA Cup Final and the England international will be ok for the Euros.Man Utd are ‘dynamic and entertaining’… but not in a good way, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
    MUCH guffawing when Erik ten Hag proclaimed his Manchester United side as “one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams” in the Premier League after a 1-1 home draw with Burnley.
    But I agree with him.
    This season I’ve watched live as United beat Liverpool and Wolves 4-3, drew 3-3 with Coventry and Galatasaray and lost 4-3 at Bayern Munich and Copenhagen.
    I also watched on telly as they were beaten 4-3 at Chelsea.
    As a neutral, I can’t remember seeing any team involved in quite so many mental matches during the course of one season.
    The problem is Ten Hag isn’t there to produce chaotic entertainment for the likes of me, he’s there to make Manchester United successful and make their fans happy — which is an entirely different metric.
    Read Dave Kidd’s full column here
    Or click here to check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles. More

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    Liverpool 4 Tottenham 2: Spurs fail to capitalise on Aston Villa slip-up with Champions League hopes all-but over

    WITH Mo Salah and Spurs, you knew there would be fire.Not the kind of flames the Egyptian warned he would unleash if he spoke to reporters after last week’s touchline bust-up with Jurgen Klopp.Mo Salah headed Liverpool into an early lead against TottenhamCredit: PAAndy Robertson pounced from close-range to double the advantage before the breakCredit: GettyLiverpool’s Cody Gakpo headed home his team’s third moments after the restartCredit: AFPHarvey Elliott scored a rocket to make it four in front of the KopCredit: AFPBut the sort of blazing scoring form that has made him one of the Premier League’s hottest goal-getters in the last seven years – with Tottenham so often getting burnt.Salah’s opener here, after he was put straight back into the team following that fracas at West Ham, was his 12th strike against the North Londoners.The only club to feel his wrath more is Manchester United, against whom he has notched 14.His other favoured opposition are Manchester City, West Ham (both 11) and Arsenal (ten) – summing up just what a big-game player the 31-year-old is.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSalah may have faded in recent weeks, this game aside.But that lethal record against the best the Premier League has to offer shows how much the Reds will miss him if he does follow Klopp out the exit door this summer.Having said that, Spurs looked more like the worst in the top flight today as Ange Postecoglou’s struggling side made it easy for their hosts.From Guglielmo Vicario’s weak effort to repel Salah’s early header, to Emerson Royal having his pocket picked in the build-up to Cody Gakpo making it 3-0, the visitors had a shocker.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLeft-back Andy Robertson made it two goals in as many games in between those strikes, firing in after a shot was saved by Salah, who also teed up a worldie for Harvey Elliott.The emphatic victory kept Liverpool technically in the title race, even though it would take a miracle for them to overhaul City and Arsenal at this point.Jurgen Klopp vows NEVER to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool boss launches hilarious rant over ‘favourite TV channel’It resembled more of a fun day out for fans to remind them of what their icon Klopp is capable of creating on what was his penultimate home game in charge before he walks into the sunset at the end of the season.The Anfield experience must have been anything but fun for boyhood Liverpool supporter Postecoglou, whose first campaign is in danger of unravelling.This was their fourth defeat on the trot, their second where they have shipped four and their dismal away record in the league now stands at one win in nine.More worryingly, the free-flowing fare dubbed Angeball which delivered a hat-trick of Manager of the Month awards at the start of the season was in short supply.That was save for two late strikes, which proved to be consolations but at the time added a bit of drama, through ex-Evertonian Richarlison and Son Heung-min.They did not get close to capitalising on the favour Aston Villa did them by losing at Brighton earlier in the day.And now with three games left, including a home clash with imperious-looking City, they are seven points off Unai Emery’s fourth-placed side.Worse still, Spurs have in-form pair Newcastle and Chelsea in their rearview mirror.The Toon are only four points behind and, whisper it, old boss Mauricio Pochettino and his Blues are just two further away.Postecoglou wanted a reaction after Thursday’s dismal 2-0 loss at Stamford Bridge and Spurs actually looked OK for the opening five minutes or so.It was downhill from there, though.Salah struck the crossbar with an effort which surely must have been intended to be a cross on eight minutes, before Cristian Romero cleared an Elliott strike off the line.The hosts did not have to wait too much longer to find the back of the net as the impressive Gakpo clipped a gorgeous ball over to Salah, who had lost his marker Royal completely.His header was accurate enough towards the near post but Vicario will be disappointed he was so easily beaten.Former Everton forward Richarlison grabbed a goal back for Spurs after coming off the benchCredit: APSon Heung-Min then scored another as Spurs threatened a late rallyCredit: GettyLiverpool grew in confidence – no mean feat given their patchy recent form – and it was just a matter of time before the second went in.Gakpo, Robertson, Luis Diaz and Trent Alexander-Arnold all went close before Liverpool’s favourite Scottish left-back converted just before the break.Robertson had laid an Alexander-Arnold cross back to Salah and was Johnny on the Spot to turn in the rebound when the Egyptian’s shot had been saved.As the whistle went for the break, Romero and Emerson Royal had to be separated by goalie Vicario as frustration threatened to boil over.Whatever Postecoglou’s half-time team-talk was, it did not work as Gakpo headed in Elliott’s superb delivery for number three within five minutes of the interval.Elliott then netted the goal of the game just before the hour by driving a shot into the top corner from 22 yards. Gareth Southgate, if he was watching, will no doubt have been hugely impressed by the 21-year-old.It was getting embarrassing for Postecoglou, just like it had been at Brighton, Fulham and Newcastle since Christmas.But similarly to the 4-2 loss at the Amex at the end of December, his side did salvage some pride with a late rally.The first came when Richarlison hit his 11th of the season by coolly slotting home Brennan Johnson’s cross.Brazilian No9 Richarlison then teed up Son who became the first ever Premier League player to score in four consecutive matches at Anfield.No wonder Klopp thinks missing out on signing the South Korean is his biggest transfer mistake of his Reds tenure.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe late goals merely papered over the cracks for sinking Spurs though.While their nemesis Salah could even afford a wry smile when being flagged offside after burying in what he thought was his 13th strike against one of his favourite opponents.Jurgen Klopp only has one more game left to go at AnfieldCredit: PAAnge Postecoglou’s awful run of results continued despite the late rallyCredit: Getty More

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    Fans are only just realising one of the world’s most iconic football stadiums is named after a person

    FANS are only just realising that the Santiago Bernabeu is named after someone.The Real Madrid stadium is one of the most iconic in the world and has hosted the club since 1947.The Santiago Bernabeu has been home to Real Madrid since 1947Credit: GettyIt was named after former president Santiago BernabeuCredit: GettyReal have played in the stadium for the last 76 years and enjoyed monumental success.The club has won 34 LaLiga titles, 12 Copa del Reys and 14 Champions League titles since moving in.Many fans never questioned the origin of the name of the stadium.They are now just realising that it was given the name of Santiago Bernabeu as a way of honouring a former president.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne posted: “Santiago Bernabeu is a person???”A second wrote: “I thought the same thing.”A third commented: “Wait WHAT?”A fourth said: “I was today years old.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother added: “Bro I was shocked.”Bernabeu played for the club between 1911 and 1920 as a striker before leaving for a year and joining Atletico Madrid.Inside Real Madrid’s £500m Santiago Bernabeu stadium redevelopment which will actually reduce capacity by one He then returned to Real in 1921 for the last five years of his playing days.After retiring he then managed the club for a season before having roles as a director and assistant manager until 1935.In September 1943, he was appointed as the club president and continued to serve until his death on June 2, 1978.He was only just surpassed by Florentino Perez as the president to have won the most titles while in charge of the club.Real won the 34th title under Perez by sealing the LaLiga after Barcelona lost to Girona.The stadium has recently been renovated to be able to house a capacity of 85,000.READ MORE SUN STORIESThere is now a retractable pitch, which is maintained when not in use.However, fans did compare the renovated ground to an AIR FRYER when the roof was closed.Top 10 biggest football stadiums in the worldHere is a list of the biggest football stadiums in the world

    Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, North Korea (114,000)
    Camp Nou, Spain (99,354)
    FNB Stadium, South Africa (94,736)
    New Administrative Capital Stadium, Egypt (93,940)
    Wembley Stadium, England (90,000)
    Lusail Stadium, Qatar (88,966)
    Estadio Azteca, Mexico (87,525)
    Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Malaysia (87,411)
    Borg El-Arab Stadium, Egypt (86,000)
    Santiago Bernabeu, Spain (85,000) More

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    Jude Bellingham leads Real Madrid to LaLiga title in sensational first season after Barcelona lose at Girona

    JUDE BELLINGHAM has been crowned a LaLiga champion with Real Madrid for the first time after Barcelona fell to defeat against Girona.Carlo Ancelotti’s side put one hand on the trophy earlier today after a 3-0 win over Cadiz thanks to goals from Brahim Diaz, Bellingham and Joselu.Jude Bellingham and Real Madrid have won the LaLiga titleCredit: GettyBellingham scored again in a 3-0 win over Cadiz which put one hand on the trophy for MadridCredit: AlamyBarcelona had to beat Girona today to stay in the race but lost 4-2Credit: GettyThat then piled the pressure on bitter rivals Barca, who travelled to third-place Girona knowing they had to win to stay in the race.However, the City Group-owned minnows – who have defied the odds to mount a top four charge this season – proved to be too big a hurdle to climb for Xavi’s side. Barcelona got off the perfect start with a goal from former Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen after just three minutes. But division top scorer Artem Dovbyk answered with a goal of his own for Girona only a minute later. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Blaugrana took the lead once again on the stroke of half-time through Robert Lewandowski.Girona though did not fancy being beaten at home for just the second time this season – their sole defeat at the Estadi Montilivi coming against Real Madrid – and surged back into the lead.Two goals from super sub Portu and a strike from Miguel Gutiérrez saw Girona take a 4-2 lead. And with Barcelona then unable to comeback, it saw Madrid crowned champions for a record 36th time.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBellingham has been an impressive figure for the champions this seasonIn the case of Bellingham, 20, he is the first Englishman since Kieran Trippier (Atletico Madrid) in 2021 to win the Spanish league title.Bellingham also become the first Englishman since David Beckham to be crowned champion with Real Madrid since 2007.England footie star Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native NetherlandsThe former Borussia Dortmund star may even be eyeing another Beckham accolade with the club’s Player of the Year award – achieved by Becks in 2006.Bellingham has netted 22 goals in all competitions this season, including 18 in the league which also featured two late in matches against Barcelona.His other four have come in the Champions League, though he is yet to score in the knockout stages. However, Bellingham and his team-mates have been banned from partying tonight by boss Ancelotti.Bellingham took to social media to celebrate his first career league titleThe legendary coach confirmed following the win over Cadiz that his Madrid players would not be going to the Cibeles fountain in the city center regardless of the result in the Barca game.Ancelotti said: “Tomorrow there’s training and everyone does what they want tonight, like this afternoon. But there’s nothing organized. We have to think about Wednesday.”Ancelotti was reminded of a similar situation from two seasons ago when Madrid won the title, saying: “It’s a different situation.”Two years ago it was in our hands, because with beating Espanyol we were champions. But today we are not, and it’s not worth the wait.”If we have to celebrate, we’ll do it next Sunday – something that the fans understand perfectly. “We haven’t won yet, so we can’t come up with scenarios like ‘if Barcelona wins’… READ MORE SUN STORIES”There’s nothing [to do]. [Go] home, [with] peace of mind and thinking about Bayern.”Last time out Ancelotti got fans love when he was seen enjoying a cigar in the celebrations, and it is easy to imagine something similar could occur again this time around.Meet Jude Bellingham’s stunning girlfriend, lingerie model Laura Celia ValkBy Jon Boon
    LAURA CELIA VALK is the stunning Dutch fashion model who has stolen Jude Bellingham’s heart.
    The Sun exclusively revealed that she’s been staying at his place in Madrid and is completely smitten with him.
    Laura boasts a huge social media following and regularly travels the world, enjoying a luxurious lifestyle.
    From underwear modelling to showing off Pretty Little Thing’s latest wear, she regularly collaborates with fashion houses around the globe.
    Wherever she is, Laura makes sure to drop into Chanel – her favourite designer.
    She’s also quite the foodie, with pizza and strawberries being her favourites.
    It won’t be long before we see her at the Bernabeu enjoying a prawn sandwich!
    Find out more about Laura.
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