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      PSG fans vandalise rivals’ team coach after finding it on same ferry ahead of Arsenal clash

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN fans reportedly vandalised a team bus on their ferry to the UK.Arsenal host PSG tonight in their second Champions League match of the season.PSG fans vandalised Lyon’s team busThe incident occurred on a ferry to the UKBoth PSG and Lyon are playing European games in the UK this weekThe French side are top of Ligue 1 and their fans travelled across the English channel via ferry, where they were met with a surprise.Aboard their boat was the Lyon team coach, with their rivals taking on Rangers in the Europa League on Thursday.The team bus was left defaced and vandalised and PSG fans were responsible, according to Instant Foot.Supporters covered the outside of the bus with graffiti, with one word appearing to read ‘PSG’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe captain of the ferry reportedly had to intervene to prevent further damage.Fans on social media slammed the vandalism, with one branding the PSG supporters: “Little thugs.”Another added: “What a bunch of morons. I’m ashamed that they support my team. I’m sick of this brainless behaviour.”A third wrote: “Disgusting.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd another commented: “Really cowards.”Lyon won their first Europa League group game 2-0 against Olympiacos last week and followed that up with a 2-1 victory over Toulouse at the weekend.Fans in hysterics as they spot PSG president’s reaction to brutal Champions League draw on live TV More

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      Champions League LIVE SCORES: Man City face Slovakian champions, Celtic play Dortmund, Leverkusen host Milan – updates

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      CHAMPIONS LEAGUE football is back on the big screens this week – and Manchester City will be determined to return to winning ways.Pep Guardiola’s men began their league phase campaign with a 0-0 draw with Inter Milan and they now face a tricky trip to Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava.Scottish champions Celtic go up against German giants Borussia Dortmund at the iconic Signal Iduna Park.While Xabi Alonso’s Treble winners Bayer Leverkusen host Italian stallions AC Milan.Kick-off times: 5:45pm/8pm BSTTV channel: TNT SportsLive stream: discovery+FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from the Champions League with our live blog below…Champions League NightWelcome to SunSport’s live blog coverage of tonight’s Chamapions League action!Kostas here, and I will be bringing you all the live updates across every match in the League Phase!Reigning Premier League champions Manchester CIty visit Slovan Bratislava at the Tehelne Pole looking for their first Champions League win of the season after a dull 0-0 draw with Inter Milan.Arsenal are facing their first big obstacle in Europe when they host Paris Saint-Germain at the Emirates.The Giunners are also looking for their first victory in the competition following a goalless draw at Atalanta.And Celtic will meet last season’s finalists Borussia Dortmund at the Signa Iduna Park after beating Slovan Bratislava 5-1 at Celtic Park.Copy linkCopied More

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      Pep Guardiola claims rival manager must be drinking after bizarre comparison in Man City press conference

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      PEP GUARDIOLA has been lavished with praise by Slovan Bratislava boss Vladimir Weiss – who compared him to an ARCHITECT. The Man City boss was baffled by the comparison ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League clash with the Slovak side.Pep Guardiola is preparing his side to face Slovan Bratislava on TuesdayCredit: AFPSlovan boss Vladimir Weiss had a bizarre comparison for Pep ahead of the Champions League clashCredit: ReutersBratislava host the Premier League champions at the 22,500-capacity Tehelné pole looking to bounce back from a 5-1 loss to Celtic in Gameweek 1.Weiss was full of praise for Guardiola – and his impact on world football – ahead of arguably his team’s toughest test in their history.And the 60-year-old had a bizarre comparison with another Catalan “genius” up his sleeve.Weiss said: “I would compare Pep to [Catalan architect] Antoni Gaudi. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL NEWS”He’s been building something nobody could understand – just like Gaudi had his idea for a cathedral – and he is a genius and now he’s achieved what he wanted to do.“He’s selected players who fit his philosophy. I love [Carlo] Ancelotti and Jurgen Klopp, but Pep has changed football with his attitude and creativity and stubbornness — in a good way.”A flummoxed but flattered Guardiola replied: “I think maybe he had a glass of wine before the press conference, but thank you.”Guardiola was pressed further on the Gaudi comparison by reporters.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut he refocused minds on the game, claiming the light-hearted questioning suggested his team were playing a “friendly.”He continued: “I’m a little bit concerned about that in terms of the questions about Gaudi and this kind of thing.Furious Pep Guardiola lashes out and kicks chair with Man City stars fuming at Arsenal’s stunning equaliser”It’s a competition and we need to perform well.”With this new format, I don’t know exactly how you handle it and how many points you need. “Maybe you can finish 13th, 14th or 15th – not qualify in the first eight – and you can win the Champions League.What will happen to Man City?MAN CITY are favourites to win the Premier League title yet again – but there is one elephant in the room that threatens to put the skids under the Etihad giants.Sunsport’s MARTIN LIPTON discusses what the next few months could hold with Head of Sport SHAUN CUSTIS….Custis: So the big question – will there be a resolution this season?Lipton: Yes…. probably! We know the case will start to be dealt with in October or November.It will take at least a month to go through the evidence. So I suspect around March, April time, we will get a result. But that’s where it starts to get tricky.Custis: Why is that?Lipton: If the result is in City’s favour, that’s the end of the matter. They will be cleared. They will have no punishment to face.But if City are found guilty, these will be the heaviest penalties ever imposed by the Premier League.I suspect if they are found guilty, they will be expelled from the league or given a massive points deduction and a huge fine so that they’re not in the Premier League next season.Check out the full discussion on Man City’s future.”Tomorrow is an opportunity to make a step.”City come into the game on the back of a 1-1 draw with Newcastle on Sunday.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was their first game since losing influential midfielder Rodri to a long-term ACL injury.Pep’s men are also looking for their first point in the new-look Champions League after a 0-0 stalemate with Inter Milan last time out. More

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      Borussia Dortmund’s outrageous player fine list ‘leaked’ with £2k hit for snubbing autographs and huge lateness penalty

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      IF Borussia Dortmund players step out of line, they quickly find themselves out of pocket.The club’s brutal punishments for any breaches of discipline have been revealed after an incredible list of player fines was leaked on social media this week.Borussia Dortmund’s player fine list has been leakedCredit: TiktokThe list was put in place last seasonCredit: GettyIt includes some penalties rising to over £4,000.According to German outlet Bild, players can be fined £83 (€100) for every minute they are late to scheduled events.Those include training, physio appointments, and meetings with coaching staff.If a player is late on a match day, that rises to a whopping £2,499 (€3,000) and if they miss a scheduled club event entirely they have to fork out £4,166 (€5,000).Read More in FootballFocus and engagement has clearly been made a priority by Dortmund officials, with some significant penalties in place for things such as failing to sign autographs.Stars are allegedly fined £1,666 (€2,000) if they fail to sign autograph cards before a set time.And if they do not sign a shirt, they could be set back £416 (€500).Players can also be punished £83 (€100) for using their phones at the dinner table or while with the physios.Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThey face the same penalty if they leave their training area messy.And a £208 (€250) punishment is in place if somebody wears incorrect gear.Borussia Dortmund fans release flares during half-time of Champions League final in second Wembley security breachThe list of fines was introduced last season by then-manager Edin Terzic.It clearly helped to maintain high standards at Signal Iduna Park as Borussia Dortmund reached the Champions League final.Terzic left Dortmund in June and was replaced by Nuri Sahin.The new boss is believed to be in favour of maintaining existing penalties.  More

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      How to watch Arsenal vs PSG for FREE and why is the Champions League clash not on TNT Sports?

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      ARSENAL host PSG in a blockbuster Champions League clash at the Emirates TONIGHT.The Gunners go into the match on the back of a dramatic 4-2 win over Leicester City in the Premier League last weekend.The Gunners avoided an unlikely slip-up against Leicester on SaturdayCredit: GettyMikel Arteta’s men left it late to secure all three points after blowing a two-goal lead earlier in the game.Arsenal have enjoyed a good start to the 2024/25 Premier League season and sit one point off the top of the table.But the Gunners are still searching for their first win in the Champions League after their 0-0 stalemate with Atalanta in their league phase opener two weeks ago.Tonight they host a PSG side – who are top of Ligue 1 – and are up and running in Europe after a 1-0 win over Girona, thanks to a 90th-minute own-goal from former Tottenham goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the French side’s trip to the Emirates is one of the highlights of this week’s Champions League action – and you can watch it for absolutely NOTHING! How to watch Arsenal vs PSG in the Champions League for FREEThis season’s Champions League sees a new broadcaster enter the UK scene.Amazon Prime Video will be showing the top Tuesday match in the iconic European competition each week at no additional cost to Prime members.Should you not currently hold a subscription, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial which will give you access to all the benefits of being a Prime member.Most read in FootballArsenal vs PSG is the second Champions League clash to be broadcast on Amazon Prime this season – after Liverpool’s 3-1 win at AC Milan two weeks ago.Why is Arsenal vs PSG not on TNT Sports?TNT Sports – formerly BT Sport – have held the rights to air European football in the UK since 2015.This year, the broadcasting giants will still show 184 of the 204 matches live, but both Amazon Prime Video and the BBC now have coverage rights until 2027.BBC’s coverage is restricted to highlights, but Amazon Prime Video will be exclusively showing the top Tuesday match for the next three seasons, including Arsenal’s clash with PSG this evening.Who is on Amazon Prime’s Champions League coverage?Amazon Prime’s Champions League coverage will see Gabby Logan as the streaming giant’s lead presenter.Punditary will come from the likes of Clarence Seedorf, Daniel Sturridge, Josie Henning, Frank Lampard, Gael Clichy and Laura Georges.Jon Champion and Alan Shearer will provide live commentary of every top Tuesday Champions League fixture, with Gabriel Clarke and Alex Aljoe reporting from inside the stadium More

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      Man Utd face paying £10million penalty and financial black hole if they miss out on Champions League again

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      MANCHESTER UNITED risk facing huge financial challenges if they go another season without Champions League football.The Red Devils failed to earn a spot in Europe’s elite competition last season after finishing eighth in the Premier League table.Man Utd face losing a huge chunk of money if they do not qualify for the Champions LeagueCredit: GettySir Jim Ratcliffe is in charge of football operations at Old TraffordCredit: AlamyDespite enduring one of their worst campaigns, they managed to earn Europa League qualification by winning the FA Cup.However, securing Champions League football this time around will be imperative for the club’s financial status.Failing to finish in the top four would result in a £10million penalty clause being invoked ahead of the 2025-26 season.When Man Utd penned a 10-year partnership extension with Adidas last summer, it was agreed that failure to qualify for the Champions League on two consecutive occasions would lead to a 30 per cent reduction in annual payments.Read More in FootballUnited will also be penalised for every other season they fail to earn a spot.On top of that, tens of millions more will be lost in broadcasting deals and match day revenue.The Red Devils earned £93.1m from their 2018-19 Champions League run, which ended in the quarter-finals.That figure dropped to £37.5m during the 2022-23 campaign, when they were in the Europa League.Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSUnited’s latest annual report reads: “Failure to qualify for the Champions League would result in a material reduction in revenue for each season in which our men’s first team did not participate.”To help mitigate this impact, the majority of playing contracts for our men’s first team include step-ups in remuneration which are contingent on participation in the group stage of the Champions League.Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham “Moreover, because of the prestige associated with participating in the European competitions, particularly the Champions League, failure to qualify for any European competition could negatively affect our ability to attract and retain talented players and coaching staff, as well as supporters, sponsors and other commercial partners.”Man Utd reported a net loss of £113.2m for the 2023/24 financial year.It takes the club’s losses over three years to £254.7m.While the Red Devils have to qualify for the Champions League next season, they face a huge uphill battle.Erik ten Hag and his players have endured a poor start to the season and sit 12th in the table.The Dutchman’s future is now in doubt, with two huge fixtures against Porto and Aston Villa scheduled for this week.Man Utd face four away games in their next five fixtures More

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      Liverpool vs Bologna: Get £50 in free bets for Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Betfred

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      PREMIER LEAGUE leaders Liverpool park their title ambitions for the time being and welcome Bologna to Anfield in the Champions League.And brand new Betfred customers can claim a terrific £50 in free bets when they sign-up and stake a tenner on Wednesday’s clash.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereLiverpool vs Bologna: Get £50 free bets HERE*How to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on football, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get £50 free bets HERE*Liverpool vs Bologna: Get £50 free bets HERE*New to Betfred? Then you can claim this incredible offer.Simply visit the Betfred website using this link HERE* and register a new account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Then you just need to deposit and stake £10 on any football market at odds of Evens or greater.When that first bet has settled — win or lose — Betfred will credit your account with the following free bets;3 x £10 to use on any Sportsbook Markets2 x £10 to use on Accumulators (4+ selections)FREE BET SIGN UP DEALS FOR FOOTBALLRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply. More

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      Liverpool vs Bologna prediction: Free betting tips, odds and preview for Champions League clash

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      LIVERPOOL are on the hunt for two wins from two to start this season’s Champions League when Bologna visit this week.SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest – and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses for the Wednesday evening encounter.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesLiverpool vs Bologna previewLiverpool headed for the San Siro and matchday one off the back of a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest the weekend previously.Since that defeat, Arne Slot’s side have scored 13 goals in four games, winning each one and conceding thrice along the way.Saturday’s win at Wolves saw them jump to the top of the Premier League table, a point clear of Man City and Arsenal.Now they’re looking to make it two wins from two to start the competition after a 3-1 win at Milan started things off.Bologna are struggling down in 13th in Serie A after a fairytale season last time out.But they’re unbeaten in their last five games (4 draws) and have actually only lost once this season – at Napoli.Liverpool vs Bologna latest oddsOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.William Hill new customer offerWilliam Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Liverpool vs Bologna prediction and betting tipsStrong showingBologna might well be a tough nut to crack domestically.But Liverpool should have far too much for the Italian side on their visit to Anfield.They’ve scored 13 in four games and a similar average will return this at decent value.Liverpool to win and 4 or more goals in the game at 13/10 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREMo the merrierMo Salah’s penalty won the game at Molineux a few days ago.That comes after a dry spell in the league, despite scoring when coming off the bench against West Ham during the week last week.Mo Salah to score 2+ goals at 18/5 with William Hill – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply.*Betfred. New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply.*BetMGM. New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.*talkSPORT BET. 18+ New customers only. Opt in & bet £10+ via mobile on any football market at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. No Cash out. Get 6x £5 Free Bets on selected markets. Free bets expire in 7 days. Card payments & Apple Pay only. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G40 on registration. £10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place). Receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More