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      Jude Bellingham stars in new position for Real Madrid – and it could unlock a mouthwatering new England XI for Euro 2024

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM took up a new role during Real Madrid’s thrilling Champions League win over Bayern Munich on Wednesday.The 20-year-old has firmly put himself in Ballon d’Or contention since joining Los Blancos in a £115million transfer last summer.Jude Bellingham played a crucial role in Real Madrid’s semi-final win over Bayern MunichCredit: GettyThe midfielder moved out to the left throughout the game while Real Madrid were out of possessionIn 39 appearances across all competitions this season Bellingham has scored 22 goals and provided 10 assists, making him one of the most in-form players in Europe.On most occasions, the England star has been pulling the strings in the centre of midfield – making his goalscoring exploits all the more impressive.However, during Wednesday’s crucial second-leg clash with Bayern Munich he appeared to shift over to the left.While Real Madrid were out of possession, he would move out to the left in a 4-4-2 formation with Vinicius Jr cutting inside to play as a second striker.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd when Los Blancos were in possession, the midfielder would return to the centre.The change evidently worked as Carlo Ancelotti’s side went on to win 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu.But Bellingham’s new role could be a penny for Gareth Southgate’s thoughts ahead of Euro 2024.The England boss could decide to play him on the left when the Three Lions take to Germany this summer.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHow England could line up if Bellingham plays on the left in a more advanced positionAlternatively, Southgate could experiment with a 4-4-2 which could see Bellingham move to left midfield and Ollie Watkins alongside Harry KaneThat could open up a spot in midfield for either Cole Palmer or Kobbie Mainoo, both of whom have been breakthrough stars in the Premier League this season.It could also present an opportunity for Southgate to start a second striker should he decide to try a 4-4-2 formation, meaning Ollie Watkins or Ivan Toney could be given a chance alongside captain Harry Kane.England footie star Jude Bellingham’s new girlfriend is a lads’ mag pin-up in her native NetherlandsAlternatively, the England boss could play it safe by sticking with what he knows – keeping the Madrid magician in the centre of midfield alongside Arsenal ace Declan Rice.That could see Phil Foden line up in the No10 position or on the left wing, with Kane and Bukayo Saka completing the attack.Speaking after Real Madrid’s win over Bayern, Bellingham told TNT Spors: “There have been a lot of times we have looked dead and buried, but we have that mentality of never say die.”Or the England boss could go for a 4-1-2-1-2 More

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      Man Utd fans say Tuchel has ‘passed his audition’ after bizarre Kane sub against Real Madrid sparks ‘disasterclass’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans joked Thomas Tuchel had “passed his audition” after a “disasterclass” against Real Madrid.The German coach, 50, has announced that he is leaving Bayern Munich at the end of the season.Thomas Tuchel is facing questions after his late tactical changesCredit: ReutersHarry Kane was subbed off just before Real Madrid equalisedCredit: GettyAs pressure continues to mount on Erik ten Hag after a dire campaign at Old Trafford, Tuchel has found himself linked with the job at United.Despite missing out on the Bundesliga title for the first time in 11 years, the ex-Chelsea manager was hoping to bow out of Bayern by leading them to Champions League glory.However, that dream went up in smoke as he and his side suffered heartbreak in the Spanish capital.Real Madrid snatched an incredible victory at the death to seal their place at Wembley.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBayern looked to be going through after a rocket from Alphonso Davies put them ahead with just 22 minutes to go.They looked to be comfortable heading towards full time and holding Madrid at bay until disaster struck.Real sub Joselu grabbed an 88th-minute equaliser after latching on to a mistake from Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.Then seconds later the ex-Stoke City and Newcastle flop finished from six yards to win it 2-1.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe 34-year-old Spaniard’s introduction proved to be a masterstroke – but that was not the only substitution that proved to be a major talking point.Firstly, Tuchel brought on Kim Min-jae for attacker Leroy Sane on 76 minutes despite the South Korean’s nightmare in last week’s first leg, switching to three at the back.Watch Harry Kane speak German for first time in Audi advert with Muller as fans say ‘does a Bafta count as a trophy?’But it was the decision to replace 44-goal top scorer Kane, who is still waiting for his first-piece of silverware, with Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting on 86 minutes that left everyone baffled.Ex-Real Madrid star Steve McManaman was commentating on TNT Sports and said: “The best number nine around is off the pitch.”Winger Jamal Musiala was also replaced by Thomas Muller at the same time – and those decisions completely backfired.Speaking on TNT Sports, ex-Bayern and Man United ace Owen Hargreaves said: “I’ll tell you what was unexpected, Harry Kane going off the pitch.“That’s one of the biggest subs I’ve ever seen in a game of football of that magnitude.“To take off a guy that’s scored 44 goals, who is the most durable player pretty much anywhere and you bring on another striker in Choupo-Moting. Maybe he wanted height for corners, I don’t know.“You cannot take him off. There’s five minutes left in the game, there’s ten minutes of extra-time, 15 minutes. I said to Scholesy straight away, they’re going to score.“That’s one of the biggest calls. I love Thomas Tuchel. I don’t know why they made that call. Kim came on ten minutes before that and they were quite comfy.“They went from a back four to a back three. Bayern had it in their hands and they let it go. The mistake from Neuer obviously but everybody’s going to be talking about the subs, you cannot take Harry Kane off.”United legend Scholes then added: “It ended up a game of substitutions. Good ones for Real Madrid. Joselu with the two goals, brilliant. Wins his team the game. Neuer makes a huge mistake which he’ll be disappointed with.“I thought Tuchel’s substitutions were strange. Kane was strange. Even if they get one goal, there’s still extra-time, penalties to come as well, you know how strong he is.“Kim was the stranger one. I thought they looked quite comfortable in the game up until that point. They go to three at the back. Kim coming off last week was a disaster for him and again he looked a little bit all over the place.”And, amid the recent speculation linking him with Old Trafford, it did not take long for fans to start sticking the boot in online.One joked: “Thomas Tuchel doing his best Manchester United 23/24 impression by conceding 2 in quick succession.“This guy has passed the audition.”Along with a laughing emoji, another post read: “Manchester united fans watching This Tuchel disaster class & there are linked to him.”A third commented: “Tuchel has completely thrown away that game with his poor subs.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Quite typical for Utd fans to get gassed in the moment and lose the plot. He is far from what this club needs moving forward.”While a fourth added: “Tuchel taking off Kane and Musiala only to lose his lead within minutes is so banter-ish that he can only be heading to Man Utd this summer.”Pundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?
      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      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.” More

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      De Ligt reveals linesman APOLOGISED to him for ‘making a mistake’ in controversial decision during Real Madrid defeat

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      MATTHIJS DE LIGT has revealed the linesman apologised to him for “making a mistake” in Bayern Munich’s defeat to Real Madrid.The German giants were beaten 4-3 on aggregate in the Champions League semi-final after a 2-1 loss on Wednesday night.Matthijs de Ligt revealed the linesman apologised ‘for making a mistake’Credit: TNT SportsBayern Munich had a late goal controversially ruled out for offside by the linesmanCredit: GettyHowever, De Ligt thought he had snatched a dramatic late equaliser only for it to be controversially ruled out.A long ball into the Real Madrid penalty area was headed down to the defender in the 12th minute of added time.The whistle was blown as he smashed the ball into the net, though, after the linesman’s flag had been raised.Fans slammed the decision on social media, with the Bayern bench enraged by the incident.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLManager Thomas Tuchel fumed that the “disaster” decision was “against the rules” after the match.De Ligt has also addressed the incident and revealed the assistant referee had apologised to him.Speaking to beINSPORTS, he explained: “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.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But I think, if it’s a rule, it’s a rule and that’s the only thing I can say about it.”The second leg had proven to be an eventful night for the officials, with fans spotting an error during the first half.Real Madrid almost scored after play was allowed to continue despite a second ball already being on the pitch when a throw-in was taken.Meanwhile, the hosts had a goal disallowed for offside after a VAR review penalised a foul on Joshua Kimmich.Joselu’s stoppage time winner was also only confirmed after a review having initially been ruled out for offside.De Ligt’s late disallowed goal meant Bayern were unable to force extra-time, though.Instead, Los Blancos will now take on Borussia Dortmund in the final at Wembley Stadium on June 1.Thomas Tuchel was left infuriated by the decision to disallow the goalCredit: Reuters More

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      Real Madrid were so confident of beating Bayern Munich they had special shirts designed to celebrate win

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      REAL MADRID had special shirts designed to celebrate their win over Bayern Munich.The Spanish giants were so confident of reaching the Champions League final the shirts were ready for the players at the full-time whistle.Real Madrid had special shirts made to celebrate their win over Bayern MunichCredit: TNT SportsJude Bellingham and his team-mates celebrated in their ‘A por la 15′ shirtsCredit: TNT SportsReal Madrid secured a 2-1 second leg victory to advance to next month’s final at Wembley Stadium on Wednesday night.A brace from substitute Joselu snatched the win, with Bayern’s rivals Borussia Dortmund awaiting in London.At the end of the match, the Real Madrid stars changed into special shirts with the message “A por la 15” printed on the back.The message means “Go for 15” in English, referencing the club’s aim to win their 15th Champions League this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLos Blancos’ stars wore the shirts as they celebrated the win on the pitch.Jude Bellingham could be seen in the special jersey as he danced with match winner Joselu and Eduardo Camavinga.Former Stoke striker Joselu came off the bench to complete a dramatic late turnaround.He capitalised on a mistake from Manuel Neuer to equalise in the 88th minute.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThree minutes later he scored the winner after a VAR review overturned the on-field decision to rule it out for offside.Real had fallen behind earlier in the second half through a stunning Alphonso Davies strike.Rio Ferdinand shows Real Madrid ultimate respect with classy act as Man Utd legend soaks up ‘best stadium in the world’They thought they had equalised just minutes later after a corner routine deflected in off Davies.However, the strike was disallowed by VAR for a foul on Joshua Kimmich by Nacho Fernandez.Carlo Ancelotti will now be hoping to win his third Champions League with Real Madrid.He has previously won the competition in each of his two spells as manager in 2014 and 2022.Real Madrid will bid to win their 15th Champions League against Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty More

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      Fans claim Champions League is ‘FIXED’ as Real Madrid vs Bayern ends in major controversy with Germans denied goal

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      FANS fumed that the Champions League is “FIXED” after Bayern Munich were denied a late leveller against Real Madrid in bizarre circumstances.Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel raged that the “disaster” decision was “against the rules”.Fans fumed after this was given offside without a VAR checkMatthijs de Ligt thought he scored a late levellerHarry Kane & Co were left fumingFans took to social media to voice ‘fix’ and ‘rigged’ allegationsThe Bundesliga giants looked to be on the way to an all-German final at Wembley after Alphonso Davies had made it 1-0 on the night and 3-3 on aggregate. But a late double from super-sub Joselu turned the tie on its head in the space of three minutes. But the drama did not end there as Bayern launched one last attack in the 12th MINUTE of added time and found the back of the net.A ball was launched into the Madrid box and headed down to centre-back Matthijs de Ligt. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut just before the Dutchman hammered home, the whistle was blown after the offside flag had been raised.Bayern players on the pitch and dugout fumed at the officials, in disbelief that play had not been allowed to continue before being reviewed.Harry Kane was among those raging over the rapid whistle blowing with the England captain seen screaming at officials.And replays revealed it would have been a super-tight offside decision had it gone to VAR.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTuchel said after the game: “We scored one and there was a disastrous decision from the linesman and the referee. It feels like a betrayal in the end.”The linesman says sorry but that does not help. To raise the flag in a moment like this… The referee sees we get the second ball and we get the shot – it’s a very, very bad decision. Moment riot cop hits fan with baton as police and supporters clash in Madrid ahead of Real’s clash with Bayern Munich”It’s against the rules. It’s a disaster. It’s hard to swallow but that’s the way it is.”Disappointed De Ligt told Movistar: “I don’t want to say that Real Madrid always has the referees with them but that made the difference today.“Real, when you think they are dead, have a last breath… that is why they have 14 Champions Leagues.”He later added: “The linesman told me: sorry, I made a mistake.”Fans reactIt was not only the Bayern staff that were unhappy as fans let their anger out online with one saying: “Champions league is fixed.”Another added: “That was onside!!! Why would a ref raise his flag that quickly when you have VAR? Another UCL rigged for Madrid to win.”One fumed: “How wasn’t that a goal for Bayern at the end? Ridiculous! They will rightly be outraged.”READ MORE SUN STORIESManchester United legend Paul Scholes believed the officials were too quick to call offside. He said: “I’m not sure he’s offside. So the linesman is too hasty. He’s got to wait. Those are the rules.” De Ligt and Kane look on in shock after the gameCredit: Reuters More

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      Moment riot cop hits fan with baton as police and supporters clash in Madrid ahead of Real’s clash with Bayern Munich

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      RIOT police clashed with supporters on the streets of Madrid ahead of Real’s Champions League semi-final with Bayern Munich.Real Madrid produced an incredible late comeback to beat Bayern at the Bernabeu and set up a date with Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on June 1.This was the moment a riot cop hit a fan with baton on a Madrid streetCredit: X @racingbloggerThe trouble erupted ahead of Real’s clash with Bayern MunichCredit: Twitter @racingbloggerThe tie remained on a knife-edge going into the second leg after the two European giants battled out a 2-2 draw at the Allianz last week.Thousands of German supporters headed to the Spanish capital for today’s decider.And the mood was largely good-natured throughout as they indulged in some of the local drinking establishments.However, it seemed that at some point things turned sour close to the stadium as the Champions League action approached.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLStephen R Power, who goes by the handle of @racingblogger on X, shared a two-and-a-half minute video clip from near the heart of the mayhem.And it showed a riot cop take a swing at one supporter as they tried to restore order after some trouble had kicked off.“People getting silly out here,” says the man on the camera as the establishment he is in pulls down a metal shutter to protect the door and windows.The camera then pans to fans walking away quickly through turned over chairs and tables before an army of riot police march on the scene.Most read in Champions LeagueThe man, who claims he is “right outside the stadium” and that “everyone was having a good time”, continues to film as more tooled-up cops arrive.One is then spotted taking a swing with his baton at a male’s arm who was walking away with several other men.Rio Ferdinand shows Real Madrid ultimate respect with classy act as Man Utd legend soaks up ‘best stadium in the world’You then see one carrying what is described as a “huge super-soaker” gun.The footage continues before you hear a loud bang from outside as our narrator says: “F***ing hell, they are wrecking the gaff!”You can hear shouts from what appears to be a large group of people further up the street as around eight riot police are racing towards the trouble.“Was not expecting that at all, madness that,” says the narrator after finally being allowed to leave the shop, whose workers are spotted trying to tidy up the mess left.Real victoriousReal Madrid snatched an incredible victory at the death to seal their place at Wembley.Bayern looked to be going through after a rocket from Alphonso Davies put them ahead with just 22 minutes to go.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut sub Joselu grabbed an 88th-minute equaliser after latching on to a mistake from Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.Then more drama occurred seconds later as the ex-Stoke City and Newcastle flop finished from six yards to win it 2-1.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Real Madrid 2 Bayern Munich 1 (4-3 on aggregate): Stoke flop Joselu the hero with two stunning late goals to KO Kane

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM will be joining the world’s most illustrious team on a grubby industrial estate in North West London in a bid to achieve a footballing dream.Bellingham is on his way to Wembley to face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final on June 1 in the hope of capping an already memorable year by lifting the biggest prize in club football.Joselu came off the bench to fire Real Madrid to the Champions League finalCredit: GettyHe equalised in the 88th minute before grabbing the winner moments laterCredit: AFPBayern’s Alphonso Davies thought he had secured victory for them with a rocketCredit: APJude Bellingham got the better of his England pal Harry KaneCredit: GettyThe 20-year-old must be thinking he is in dreamland already though for the way the 14 times winners of this competition clawed their way back into a game with two goals in three minutes in a pulsating end of the game.They were heading out after Bayern Munich sub Alphonso Davies put the Germans ahead with 22 minutes to go and looked set for heartbreak only to pull yet another stunning victory on home turf out of the bag.A horrendous slip from Munich keeper Manuel Neuer let Madrid sub Joselu in to pounce and level in the 88th minute.And a nerve-wracking VAR check a minute into nine of added at the end eventually ruled his second goal onside when it was initially disallowed. Former Stoke City man Joselu got that as well.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut Bellingham won’t care if his team scraped it. He is on his way to London on June 1 and just 90 minutes away from becoming a complete Galactico at the end of a sensational first season in Spain.Suffering the pain of defeat will be Harry Kane, Bellingham’s national team captain for England.His superb pass had put the Germans ahead and looked to be heading to the second Champions League final.Kane had been Bayern’s biggest threat on Madrid’s goal all night but then turned provider with 22 minutes left by sending a sublime diagonal pass to Davies who promptly cut into the box and rifled home a cracking shot.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMadrid thought they had levelled just three minutes later when centre back Nacho headed in but after a VAR check, it was ruled out for a foul by the same player.The 14 times European champions were considered lucky to have got past Manchester City on penalties in the last round and needed every trick in the book to get through last night.Rio Ferdinand shows Real Madrid ultimate respect with classy act as Man Utd legend soaks up ‘best stadium in the world’The roof was closed to maximise the atmosphere even though from walking up to the ground in closed streets amid plumes of smoke, it didn’t seem like it would need any help.Madrid hadn’t lost a home game all season prior to this game. In fact they had only lost one anywhere – at city rivals Atletico.With the Spanish title already in the bag, Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti was free to focus on the Champions League. For Bayern, Europe was a much-needed distraction from letting the Bundesliga slip from their grasp after a decade of domination.With the game so delicately poised at two apiece and with no away goals rule now, it was going one of two ways. Either delicate and cautious or straight for the jugular, which is how it panned out.Madrid went close within the first five minutes when Dani Carvajal’s low cross sailed across the Bayern box.Munich replied in similar fashion when Serge Gnabry slid a diagonal across the face of Madrid’s goal. An inch or two further back and Kane would have met it to toe poke it home.Then came a let off when Vinicius Jnr hit the post in the 13th minute. It was adrenaline fuelled stuff from the off.The good thing about the roof being on at this new and impressive stadium is that the atmosphere was incessant. The bad news for the players is that it trapped the heat from a warm day in the Spanish capital.Nobody expected either team to be able to play at their opening tempo for the full match but by the 25th minute the pace settled down.Even so, Kane went close again for the Germans when he volleyed from the edge of the box, winning a corner just before the half hour mark.In the tussle between the two England heavyweights Kane enjoyed the upper hand over Bellingham in the first half at least.Kane was just beaten to the ball by Madrid keeper Andriy Lunin on the stroke of half time while for Bellingham, his input was largely restricted to defensive work.Two great tackles and some clever footwork on the hoof, but not much in the way of offensive play to put the frighteners on Bayern in the way that he can.Eight minutes into the second half, Madrid and Bellginham were fading. Kane was growing stronger and went close for a third time with a shot on the end of a bullying run into the box.Even so, had Kane’s old Tottenham team-mate Eric Dier not been alert to the sudden threat of danger, Madrid would have taken the lead against the run of play when Rodrygo pounced upon a particularly cutting pass from Vinicius Jnr.Bayern were under the cosh again but broke free and when Kane picked up the ball in his own half, he spotted Alphonso on the run and delivered the best pass of the match for his team-mate to run through and score.All Bayern had to do was hold on for 11 minutes but an uncharacteristic slip by Neuer triggered a devastating end to their hopes.The keeper failed to hold a routine shot from Vinicius and Joselu cashed in.And then again in added time to turn a wild game on its head.The result means that this is the first season since 2011/12 that Bayern Munich have not won a major trophy, while £104m summer signing Kane is still waiting to get his hands on a piece of silverware.Bayern Munich were left devastated after their late collapseCredit: GettyJude Bellingham was dancing for joy after the incredible finishCredit: ReutersHowever, Bellingham is dreaming of lifting the cup with the big ears and defeating his old club.He told TNT Sports: “There have been a lot of times we have looked dead and buried, but we have that mentality of never say die.“Joselu deserves it all, he has been an amazing squad member this season.“There is a reason we turn around so many games, it’s because of these lot [the fans].READ MORE SUN STORIES“They give you an energy you can’t get from anything else.“When I was seven years old in Birmingham, I was dreaming of nights like this.”Harry Kane is still waiting for his first piece of silverwareCredit: Getty More

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      Real Madrid break protocol in huge Bayern clash as TNT Sports commentator says ‘I thought there was a rule against this’

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      REAL MADRID broke protocol during their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.The two sides met at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday night in their semi-final second leg.Real Madrid broke protocol during their Champions League clash with Bayern MunichCredit: TNT SportsThe hosts had a goal ruled out by VAR for a foul on Joshua KimmichCredit: TNT SportsReal Madrid came from behind to book their place in next month’s final at Wembley Stadium against Borussia Dortmund.However, they were made to wait for their equaliser after having a goal disallowed by VAR.The Spanish giants thought they had levelled the score after a corner routine deflected in off Bayern scorer Alphonso Davies.Referee Szymon Marciniak was sent to the screen, though, before ruling the goal out for a foul on Joshua Kimmich.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNacho Fernandez had shoved the full-back to the floor before prodding the ball towards goal.During the VAR review, replays of the incident were shown on the big screen inside the stadium.This breached IFAB protocol, however, with TNT Sports commentator Darren Fletcher stating: “I thought there was some sort of rule against that happening,” after spotting the replays were being displayed.Football lawmakers IFAB announced last summer that VAR replays must not be shown inside stadiums until the match officials have made their decision.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSecretary Lukas Brud told Sky Sports News: “We have to protect referees.”We want to avoid referees feeling pressured or influenced by players, managers or fans as they are in the process of making a decision.Moment riot cop hits fan with baton as police and supporters clash in Madrid ahead of Real’s clash with Bayern Munich”We do not allow decision-making footage to be shown while it is under consideration.”The incident came after the officials had earlier missed a second ball on the pitch as Real Madrid almost scored.Fans were left confused after Los Blancos took a throw-in with another ball already on the pitch.There was also further VAR drama as Real completed a dramatic late turnaround.Joselu capitalised on a mistake from Manuel Neuer to equalise in the 88th minute.His winning goal three minutes later was then awarded by VAR after the on-field offside decision was overturned upon review.Replays were shown inside the stadium during Szymon Marciniak’s VAR reviewCredit: TNT SportsIFAB rules prevent VAR replays from being shown before the decision is madeCredit: Getty More