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      Laura Woods’ interview with Jude Bellingham goes viral thanks to awkward TNT Sports gaffe live on air

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      AN interview with Jude Bellingham on TNT Sports went viral after an awkward on-air blunder by the production team.Laura Woods and Rio Ferdinand caught up with the Real Madrid star after Joselu’s brace saw the Spanish side win the second leg of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich.A TNT Sports interview with Jude Bellingham went viralCredit: X/footballontntIt came as a member of the crew rushed on front of the camera to apply a TNT Sports logoCredit: X/footballontntFans praised the precision they displayed under pressureCredit: X/footballontntHowever, the interview ended up going viral as fans spotted a member of the production crew run in front of the camera. The interview podium featured a Champions League badge on it but did not have a TNT Sports logo on it.The crew member spotted this and rushed in front of the camera to quickly put a sticker of the logo on it.Once it was applied they then gave it a once over to ensure it was flat before rushing off camera again.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA video shared to TNT Sports social media page showed two angles of the six second clip, the first being of the angle of the interview and the other being from the other side.The video was captioned: “*I’ll be in and out like a flash, no one will notice*.”And fans were left impressed by the precision shown by the crew member. Reacting to the clip, one fan said: “I can’t be the only one impressed by how straight he managed to get it under pressure.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second said: “And we didn’t notice😆.”Another said: “To be fair he’s got that dead level with hardly any time to do it.”England footie star Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native NetherlandsA fourth added: “Faster than an F1 pitstop!”A fifth said: “These are the people who put ‘I can work under pressure’ on their CVs 🤣.”Bellingham, who helped Real win LaLiga last week, will have the chance to win his first Champions League title if he can overcome his old club Borussia Dortmund in the final.He called the experience a “dream come true” and told DAZN: “It’s my first final, in England, against Dortmund.”It will be nice to see some old friends. [My current team] earned our place in the final and showed great character.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Watch moment Antonio Rudiger KISSES VAR monitor after Real Madrid controversially scrape into Champions League final

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      THIS is the moment Antonio Rudiger kisses the VAR monitor following Real Madrid’s controversial win over Bayern Munich.Los Blancos set up a Champions League final clash against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley with a dramatic 2-1 win on Wednesday.Antonio Rudiger kissed the VAR monitor after Real Madrid’s Champions League win over Bayern MunichCredit: XBayern were left raging after having a late equaliser controversially ruled outCredit: XBayern went ahead with 20 minutes left thanks to an audacious strike from Alphonso Davies.But after Thomas Tuchel went to a back five while taking off Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala and Harry Kane, Real struck back.Sub Joselu scored goals in the 88th and 91st minutes to turn the tie on its head and put Real on the cusp of a 15th European title.However, Bayern were left raging at the final whistle following a controversial moment at the death.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs the clock raced on during injury time, Matthijs de Ligt ended up putting the ball in the back of Real’s net for 2-2.Bizarrely, the linesman had already raised his flag for an offside moments before, technically bringing play to an end.But replays suggested Bayern may not have been offside, and the linesman should never have raised his flag either until the phase of play had been completed.Because of his actions, VAR refused to intervene as Bayern went beserk.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd some fans even accused Uefa of a “fix”, with Thomas Tuchel claiming the decision – and that of the referee to blow when the linesman flagged – was “disastrous.”But Real star Rudiger appeared to be delighted with how things panned out.Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern MunichAt the final whistle, he celebrated with fans by grabbing a chair to bring back memories of his Chelsea days.And in a move which is sure to enrage Bayern, Rudiger then went over to the VAR monitor before planting a big kiss on it.Speaking afterwards, Bayern boss Tuchel lashed out at VAR and the linesman for their decision not to give the goal.He said: “There are two mistakes. The first big mistake is from the linesman. “He raised his flag straight away; to raise your flag in a situation like this, you have to be very, very sure it’s offside. “To have the guts, the balls, to raise the flag like this is a huge, huge call, and it is the wrong call. “We got the shot away within five seconds [of the flag] and the referee has the chance not to whistle, but he whistles. It is against every rule.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, Real boss Carlo Ancelotti reckons it was the right decision.Referring to his side’s earlier disallowed goal following a clear foul by Nacho on Joshua Kimmich, he said: “If they can complain about that we can complain about the goal Nacho had disallowed.”Bayern had a late goal disallowed for this apparent offside More

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      Laura Woods can’t stop giggling as Rio Ferdinand is awkwardly blanked by Real Madrid star during Bayern Munich clash

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      LAURA WOODS could not stop giggling after an awkward exchange between Rio Ferdinand and Antonio Rudiger.Manchester United legend Ferdinand was pitchside with Woods on TNT Sports for Real Madrid’s second leg Champions League semi-final clash with Bayern Munich.Rio Ferdinand celebrated Real Madrid’s second goal wildlyCredit: X/footballontntBut he then spotted an offside flag on the far sideCredit: X/footballontntAntonio Rudiger had come over to celebrate as Ferdinand tried to reach out to himCredit: X/footballontntBut as he was told about the offside he returned the pitch and blanked Ferdinand in the processCredit: X/footballontntThe exchange left Laura Woods unable to control her laughterCredit: X/footballontntThe Spanish side managed to squeeze through after a brace of late goals from super sub Joselu to seal a 4-3 aggregate victory.Alphonso Davies had opened the scoring for the visitors in the 68th minute with a stunning strike before the Stoke and Newcastle flop poked home a spilled Manuel Neuer catch to equalise.Joselu, 34, then tapped home the winner in the second minute of injury-time after former Chelsea star Rudiger zipped the ball across the box.The manic celebrations saw Rudiger rush over to the section of the crowd where 45-year-old Ferdinand was standing.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt appeared as though the 31-year-old was going to jump into the crowd to celebrate.However, Ferdinand had seen the linesman’s flag up on the far side of the pitch and tried to point it out to Rudiger.Rudiger subsequently performed a U-turn and returned to the pitch, leaving Ferdinand, who had stretched out his hand to touch Rudiger, looking embarrassed.Ferdinand turned to the camera and looked over to Woods before cracking a joke about the situation.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe camera then panned over to Woods, who had her hand over her mouth to try and stop herself from laughing too hard at Ferdinand’s expense. After a VAR check the goal was then allowed to stand.Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern MunichAnd this time Ferdinand did manage to get his celebrations in.He was seen hugging and celebrating with some of the home support in the corner of the stadium.The win meant Bayern will end the season trophyless for the first time in 12 years, leaving fans to declare the Harry Kane “curse” is real.Meanwhile, Real have the chance to win their 15th Champions League title if they can beat Borussia Dortmund in the final.The home side seemed to be so confident of making it though that they wore shirts saying “Go for 15” on the pitch after the game.Ferdinand was able to celebrate when VAR gave the goalCredit: X/footballontntHe hopped into the crowd to celebrate with the home supportCredit: X/footballontntIt was a consolation prize for Ferdinand after being snubbed by RudigerCredit: X/footballontntFerdinand was an excited figure on the touchlineCredit: X/footballontnt More

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      Thomas Tuchel accuses referee of breaking ‘EVERY RULE’ to deny Bayern Munich last-gasp equaliser in Real Madrid clash

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      THOMAS TUCHEL has accused the referee of breaking “every rule” after he denied Bayern Munich a last-gasp equaliser against Real Madrid.The German giants were cruelly knocked out of the Champions League after Joselu struck twice in three minutes to complete a stunning late comeback.Thomas Tuchel slammed the officials after Bayern Munich lost to Real MadridCredit: GettyThe linesman raised his flag straight away to call Matthijs de Ligt offsideBut there was still time for Bayern to launch a fightback as nine minutes were added on at the end of the match.And they thought they had got their equaliser when Matthijs de Ligt struck a low shot past Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin.However referee Szymon Marciniak had already blown his whistle as the linesman flagged for offside – despite the call being very tight.Linesmen are advised to delay raising their flags, particularly when the players involved are so close, as De Ligt and team-mate Noussair Mazraoui were.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe decision sparked outrage from the Bayern bench as a member of Tuchel’s backroom staff received a yellow card.Tuchel, who was also booked earlier in the game, fumed at the decision in his post-match press conference.He said: “I think it’s pretty clear and [there] cannot be in my opinion any doubt that it is against every rule of modern football.”The first big mistake is from the linesman, he did it in an action in overtime in an action with Alphonso Davies he did it also, he raised his flag straight away.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I don’t know if he was offside. I got a strange feeling. To raise your flag in a situation like this when you can never be sure that this is offside, to have the guts to raise the flag in a situation like this is a huge call. And it’s the wrong call.”The referee has the chance when he sees that we win the second ball and we win the rebound and we get the shot away within five seconds, he has the chance not to whistle. He takes the decision to whistle – it is against every rule.Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern Munich”We accept we lost. It is what it is but that would not have happened on the other side.”De Ligt revealed the linesman apologised for “making a mistake” after the match.He said: “This is a shame. The linesman said to me ‘I’m sorry I made a mistake’.”In the end, I’m not the type of person who wants to blame the loss or win on the referee so Madrid deserves to win because they won 2-1.”But I think, if it’s a rule, it’s a rule and that’s the only thing I can say about it.” More

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      Fans say Harry Kane is ‘officially cursed’ as Bayern Munich end season trophyless for first time in 12 YEARS

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      FANS have declared that Harry Kane is “officially cursed” after Bayern Munich ended their season trophyless for the first time in 12 YEARS.England captain Kane joined the German giants last summer in a £104million transfer from Tottenham.Fans have declared the Harry Kane ‘curse’ is realCredit: GettyHowever, despite Kane having another impressive individual season which has seen him score 44 goals and add 12 assists in all competitions, he has still been unable to end his trophyless run.Kane, 30, tasted defeat in his first game for the Bavarians as they lost to RB Leipzig in the DFL-Supercup.There was more woe for the team in the DFB-Pokal in November as Bayern were stunned by third-division minnows Saarbrücken – who went on to make the semi-final.Since then Bayer Leverkusen, who had previously never won the Bundesliga, claimed the title with matches to spare.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd that came despite one of Kane’s team-mates, Kingsley Coman, previously having his own omen of winning the league title every year since 2013 with Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus and Bayern.That left the Champions League as the last chance for Kane to get his hands on some silverware. A penalty from Kane in the first leg helped Bayern to a 2-2 draw against Real Madrid.The second leg saw Kane and Co under the cosh for some time before Alphonso Davies lashed home an opener for the Gemans in the 68th minute after a brilliant over the top pass from Kane to assist him.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHowever, just two minutes from the end of regulation time and after Kane had been subbed off, Manuel Neuer – who had otherwise been superb across both legs – spilled an easy shot from Vinicius Jr.This allowed super sub Joselu to poke home an equaliser. Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern MunichThen three minutes later the Stoke and Newcastle flop was at it again as he expertly tapped home an Antonio Rudiger cross to send Los Blancos through to the Champions League final at Wembley.During his time at Spurs and with the Three Lions Kane – whose heartbreaking reaction to Real’s goal was caught on camera – has had some near misses.This has included missing out on the Premier League title to Leicester in 2015/16, losing the Champions League in 2019 to Liverpool following a controversial penalty call and losing the Euro 2020 final in the shootout to Italy.Fans could not help but highlight Kane’s so-called “curse” after his elimination confirmed another year without silverware for him.One fan shared a picture of Kane and said: “Bayern Munich are going to go without a trophy for the first time since 2011/12. This man is officially cursed.”A second said: “He is not cursed he IS the curse.”Another said: “Harry Kane tax.”A fourth said: “The Kane curse is so real now.. it’s no longer a joke.. what will he have to do to win a trophy?? I feel bad for him.”Bayern’s 12 year trophy haulHere’s the trophies Bayern Munich have won in every season since their last year barren season in 2011/12.
      2012/13: Bundesliga, German Super Cup, DFB-Pokal, Champions League
      2013/14: Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup
      2014/15: Bundesliga
      2015/16: Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal
      2016/17: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2017/18: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2018/19: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2019/20: Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, Champions League
      2020/21: Bundesliga, German Super Cup, Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup
      2021/22: Bundesliga, German Super Cup
      2022/23: Bundesliga, German Super Cup

      A fifth added: “It’s real. It’s damn real.”Kane and co felt they should have had the opportunity to play extra time after Matthijs de Ligt shot the ball into the net in the 12th minute of injury time after an INCORRECT offside call that would have been overturned by VAR.However, since the whistle had already gone before the shot had happened, the referee could not bring the play back to allow the goal.Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel – who fans joked had passed his Manchester United audition amid reports of him going to Old Trafford – described the call as a “disaster” that was “against the rules”.Dutchman De Ligt claimed in his post-match interview the linesman had apologised for “making a mistake”He told beIN Sports: “”This is a shame. The linesman said to me ‘I’m sorry I made a mistake’.”In the end, I’m not the type of person who wants to blame the loss or win on the referee so Madrid deserves to win because they won 2-1.”But I think, if it’s a rule, it’s a rule and that’s the only thing I can say about it.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOn the upside, if Bayern Munich’s last trophyless season is anything to go by, Kane could well be in for a trophy glut next season.And some England fans believe his curse could end at the Euros, joking: “He will get his trophy this summer, it’s coming home.”This one will have stung Kane the most… what’s the German for schadenfreude?, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      OF all the trophies Harry Kane has missed out on, the Bundesliga will have stung the most.
      This was supposed to have been a dead cert. This was nailed-on.
      Bayern Munich had won 11 successive Bundesliga titles, so when the England captain signed for the great Bavarian powerhouse last summer, we all said: “Well, at least he’ll finally win something.”
      Yet on Sunday evening, there were Bayer Leverkusen — known in Germany as ‘Neverkusen’ because they hadn’t previously won the league thanks to several late implosions — cavorting around, 16 points clear, unbeaten in all competitions and confirmed as champions with five games to spare.
      And so the greatest trophy curse in footballing history continues.
      And this one really is freakish because Leverkusen’s story is almost as extraordinary as Leicester City’s miracle title in 2015-16 — the season when Kane won his first Premier League Golden Boot and Tottenham ended up ‘third in a two-horse race’ behind Arsenal.
      Kane is always the runner-up, always the nearly man, always the fall guy, too often a figure of fun for those taking pleasure in the misfortune of others.
      Does anyone know the German word for schadenfreude…?
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      Harry Kane’s heartbreaking reaction on Bayern Munich bench to Real Madrid winner spotted by TNT Sports cameras

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      HARRY KANE’S heartbreaking reaction as Bayern Munich crashed out of the Champions League to Real Madrid was spotted on camera.The striker started last night’s 2-1 defeat at the Bernabeu and was still on the pitch when Bayern took the lead through Alphonso Davies with 20 minutes remaining.Harry Kane’s heartbreaking reaction to Bayern Munich being KO’d from Europe was caught on cameraCredit: GettyKane buried his face in his arms as Real Madrid reached the Champions League finalCredit: TNT SportsHowever, Thomas Tuchel ended up taking Kane off as he looked to park the bus against Los Blancos.And the ex-Chelsea boss’ decision ultimately backfired as Real sub Joselu scored twice in a matter of moments with just minutes left on the clock.Tuchel later claimed he subbed Kane due to a back injury, saying: “He couldn’t keep going. He played with back pain and he couldn’t keep going, his back froze up.”But cameras caught Kane’s reaction the moment Bayern’s exit was confirmed.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe England captain was watching from the shadows of the dugout.And as the final whistle went, Kane heartbreakingly dropped his head into his arm, which was resting on the chair in front.Fans sympathised with Kane as one said: “I feel sorry for him.”Another declared: “I feel his pain.”Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne noted: “You’ve got to feel for him, he must be completely broken.”Another boomed: “That’s pain right there, 44 goals, his team bottled it.”Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern MunichOne added: “He will get his trophy this summer, it’s coming home.”The result means Bayern will endure a trophyless season for the first time in 12 years.They already gave up their perennial Bundesliga crown to Xabi Alonso’s unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen.And Kane will continue to be without a single career trophy win after leaving Tottenham for one of Europe’s most successful sides last summer.The 30-year-old has been sensational in his debut season, scoring a career-high 44 goals in all competitions.That includes 36 goals in the league.But with his team-mates off the boil, and Tuchel effectively already sacked by Bayern’s board in February, Kane will now have to look to the Euros for his next chance of silverware. More

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      Gareth Bale tweets for first time in eight months as he shares rare seven-word post after Real Madrid beat Bayern

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      GARETH BALE broke his X silence to congratulate Real Madrid on reaching the Champions League final.The Spanish giants produced a late comeback to beat Bayern Munich 2-1 at the Bernabeu, winning 4-3 on aggregate.Gareth Bale won five Champions League titles with Real MadridCredit: GettyReal Madrid will now take on Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on June 1.And Bale revealed he will be there to cheer on his former side as they bid to win the Champions League for a record-extending 15th time.The former winger, who retired last year, tweeted for the first time in eight months, saying: “Hala Madriddd!! See you at Wembley boys.”Bale, 34, has plenty of experience playing in the Champions League with Real and scored a key equaliser in the final against Atletico Madrid when they won La Decima in 2014.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe also scored twice in the final four years later as a substitute when Real Madrid beat Liverpool 3-1 in Kyiv.The Wales legend won five Champions League titles with Los Blancos before leaving the club in 2022.Two of those trophies came playing under Carlo Ancelotti, who could win the competition for a fifth time.Real Madrid beat Manchester City on penalties to reach the latter stages of the competition after knocking out RB Leipzig in the Round of 16.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGareth Bale honours
      Tottenham
      League Cup – 2008
      Real Madrid
      La Liga – 2017, 2020, 2023
      Champions League – 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022
      Copa del Rey – 2014
      Club World Cup – 2014, 2017, 2018

      They will be heavy favourites up against Dortmund in the final, who have won the competition once – in 1997.Meanwhile it was heartbreak for Bayern Munich and Harry Kane, whose trophy drought continues.Gareth Bale’s golf venture hits new high as fans say Real Madrid legend has ‘finally achieved his dream’ More

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      Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern Munich

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      ANTONIO RUDIGER celebrated Real Madrid’s Champions League triumph over Bayern Munich last night with a CHAIR.The defender played a key role as his side triumphed 2-1 at the Bernabeu, making for a 4-3 aggregate score.Antonio Rudiger celebrated Real Madrid’s win over Bayern Munich with a chairCredit: GettyRudiger once did a similar celebration while at ChelseaCredit: BEIN SportsBayern looked on course to reach next month’s Wembley final against fellow Germans Borussia Dortmund thanks to Alphonso Davies’ outrageous strike.But with just minutes left, sub striker Joselu levelled for Real before poaching a winner moments later.The result means Real are on the cusp of landing a record-extending 15th European title.And Rudiger was so overjoyed at full-time that he restored his iconic Chelsea chair celebration.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe defender famously waved a chair around when Chelsea lifted the Club World Cup against Palmeiras in 2022.Kai Havertz netted a late penalty in extra time to seal a 2-1 win, sending Rudiger into the crowd before emerging with a fold-up chair.The German briefly waved it in the air before launching it back into the stands.And last night saw Rudiger take his chair antics to a new level.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe grabbed one from the stands before running onto the Bernabeu field and waving it around.However, this time Rudiger did it in tribute to injured Real teammate David Alaba, who himself has utilised it as a celebration in the past.Rio Ferdinand shows Real Madrid ultimate respect with classy act as Man Utd legend soaks up ‘best stadium in the world’Look at Antonio Rudiger & how much Kai Havertz winning goal meant to him!!! He loves @ChelseaFC !!! And for me deserves a contract for life. Hopefully he will get the deal he wants & he will stay. 💙 pic.twitter.com/yIjcgDfShw— Frank Khalid OBE (@FrankKhalidUK) February 12, 2022

      Rudiger revealed the chair was a tribute to David AlabaCredit: BEIN SportsRudiger waved the chair towards fans before Alaba took over duties.Rudiger said: “The chair celebration was for David Alaba.“He is an important piece of the team and the chair had to be brought up so the fans could cheer him up.”Fans were certainly delighted with Rudiger’s efforts.One said: “How great is Rudiger.”Another declared: “He understood Real from minute one. What a character.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOne noted: “Rudiger always brings great vibes.”Another added: “Chelsea are missing him so much.” More