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      Three people including schoolboy, 16, charged after fans invaded pitch during Champions League final at Wembley

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      THREE people including a 16-year-old schoolboy have been charged with invading the pitch during the Champions League final at Wembley.Yevhenii Lubnenko, 29, David Carneckij, 28, and the teenager are accused of going on to the playing area at a football match contrary to Section 4 of the Football (Offences) Act 1991.Three people were arrested after the chaos at the Champions League Final at WembleyCredit: GettyReal Madrid took home European football’s most prestigious trophy on Saturday nightCredit: RexThe 16-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, will appear at Highbury Corner Youth Court on June 24.Lubnenko, of no fixed address, will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday.Meanwhile, Carneckij, of Walworth Road, south-east London, is due to appear at the same court on July 10.The Metropolitan Police said that inquiries continue into two other people arrested in connection with the same incident.Read More in FootballIn total, police made 56 arrests around the Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid.The Spanish outfit won 2-0 and secured a 15th European Cup despite a strong performance from Dortmund at a cacophonous Wembley.Prior to the showpiece event, stadium bosses announced their commitment to clamp down on “poor fan behaviour” ahead of Saturday’s match.But the off-field chaos came despite a £5million ring of steel defence which was put in place to avoid a repeat of England’s Euro 2020 day of shame.Most read in FootballFive arrests were said to be for pitch invasions while the majority of others were attempts to breach security.More than 2,000 police were out on duty to police the final but the force could still not contain the mayhem.However, a spokesperson for the force said on Saturday that the force was confident the “overwhelming majority” of attempts to unlawfully gain access to the stadium were unsuccessful.The statement added that there was a “robust” policing operation in place to support Wembley stewards and stadium staff.A Wembley spokesperson revealed yesterday that three pitch invaders have all been arrested.A statement said: “It is illegal to enter the field of play at Wembley Stadium, and we strongly condemn the actions of those who interrupted the UEFA Champions League Final shortly after kick-off.”All of the individuals have now been arrested. We will support the relevant authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken.”It comes just under three years after a security debacle at the Euro 2020 final where 2,000 ticketless fans descended onto the approach to Wembley stadium before kick-off.Since the Euro 2020 final the FA has spent £5million on implementing new safety and security measures, including the creation of a “robust perimeter”.The investment has been used to solidify the stadium’s security infrastructure.This included increasing the strength of all Wembley’s doors with additional magnetic lock systems to ensure there is no repeat of people successfully ripping them off their hinges. Additional fences and gates have been delivered throughout Wembley’s parameters, while the area underneath the iconic Olympic steps has been significantly bolstered since the Euros final.READ MORE SUN STORIESA significant part of the money has been spent on improving CCTV in and around Wembley, while a second security control room big enough to house around 18 officers has been opened.The FA has also invested in providing additional body cameras for event stewards.It was misery for Dortmund who suffered a second Champions League final defeat at Wembley More

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      Bellingham hailed by fans on Real Madrid’s Champions League parade as Southgate tells England star to rest up for Euros

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has ordered Jude Bellingham to save his strength so he is “psychologically fresh” to spearhead England’s Euros bid.Three Lions boss Southgate has given the Real Madrid superstar six days off before he joins up with his squad on Saturday.Jude Bellingham has lit up Real Madrid this season and got the same treatment himself back in Spain after Champions League glory at WembleyCredit: ReutersReal took the plaudits for a record 15th Champions League crownCredit: Splash NewsBellingham topped off his joy by popping the trophy on his headCredit: GettySo he will miss Monday’s Euros warm-up against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Newcastle and Friday’s Wembley clash with Iceland.Bellingham, 20, helped Real win their 15th European Cup with victory over his former team Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on Saturday.It was the midfielder’s 47th match this season for club and country, and he was back in Madrid for Champions League celebrations on Sunday night.Asked about Bellingham’s absence, Southgate said: “The most important thing is rest and recovery and we will benefit from that.READ MORE TOP STORIES“That is the constraint of international football. You have to work out the most important thing and, for Jude and therefore the team, it is about psychologically switching off and recovering. It’s all about psychological freshness.“He’s had a fantastic season. To join the biggest club in the world and perform the way he has throughout the season has been incredible for him.”Bellingham himself hailed the “best night” of his life after teeing up Vinicius Junior for Real’s second goal to clinch by far the greatest achievement of his career to date.The 29-cap star was briefly calm afterwards – until becoming emotional when spotting his family in the crowd.Most read in FootballBellingham was overcome when he greeted mum Denise after victoryCredit: GettyHe dressed up for Real’s Champions League-winning celebrations back in Madrid at the Plaza de Cibeles on SundayCredit: SplashBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe told TNT Sports: “I was alright until I was up in my mum’s and dad’s face… and my little brother who I’m trying to be a role model for.”The amount of nights where they [his parents] could be at home at 7pm but instead they’re doing trips at 11, 12 at night to take me to football. Inside the Real Madrid and Jude Bellingham love affairBellingham, right, almost rejoices early after setting up Vinicius Junior for Real’s killer second goal against the England star’s old club DortmundCredit: ReutersBellingham outshines Sancho on the night of his dreams at Wembley
      THE very moment Vinicius Junior struck the second goal, Jude Bellingham sank to his knees, stretched out his arms and looked up at the sky, writes Charlie Wyett.
      It was the moment that Bellingham had always dreamed of, to win the Champions League. The fact it came at Wembley, on home soil, made it that little sweeter.
      Bellingham delivered the pass to Vinicius who scored to ensure that Real Madrid, remarkably, have now been the kings of Europe on 15 occasions.
      It was the final kick of the biggest game in Bellingham’s life as he was immediately replaced by Joselu in a tactical switch by Carlo Ancelotti.
      With no Premier League teams involved, this was an English duel between Bellingham and Jadon Sancho. The west midlands v south London. Stourbridge versus Kennington.
      It is obvious which of the two former team-mates won this scrap, although Sancho’s team should have put Real out of sight by half-time.
      Ultimately, neither Englishmen had particularly dazzling games.
      Sancho, on loan from Manchester United, started brightly and gave Real left-back Ferland Mendy a few uneasy moments.
      Yet this was nothing like the performances he delivered against PSG to help his team to the final.
      Instead, with three minutes remaining of normal time, Sancho was replaced by another Englishman, teenager Jamie Bynoe-Gittens.
      There was to be no drama. Bellingham added this Euro title to his La Liga winner’s medal. Not forgetting he has also been voted as the La Liga player of the year.
      Bellingham, featuring in his 42nd game of the season for Real, was unable to make much of an impact in his role wide left.
      On the hour mark, he had touched the ball 35 times but had done little with it.
      With the scores at 0-0, he somehow failed to score with a header when he was unable to make contact with a cross from Vinicius. Any touch and it would have been a goal.
      By then, the keyboard warriors were out in force on social media, dishing out some laughable criticism of England’s greatest talent. Potentially, our greatest ever player.
      Yet the inevitable happened and Dortmund were left to curse those missed chances.
      A mistake by Sancho led to a Madrid corner and Dani Carvajal leapt highest to head them into the lead.
      Bellingham had another chance but it was deflected wide by Nico Schlotterbeck.
      But, with seven minutes left, he helped stick the knife in to help Vinicius score and ensure this is an evening he will never forget.
      In the crowd were his dad Mark, mum Denise and brother Jobe, who got into the stadium five hours early
      Bellingham’s mum was in tears as her son stepped up to get his medal. And let’s all hope Bellingham will be lifting another trophy in Berlin on July 14.

      “I can’t have dreamed it much better than this. I just can’t believe it.”Fans then thronged the streets back in Madrid on Sunday – saluting their heroes, notably Bellingham for his staggering first season with the Spanish giants. The ex-Birmingham ace has scored 25 goals this campaign.Southgate added: “I am absolutely delighted for him to win.“His parents have to take enormous credit because the way he comes across in his interviews is the way he is. He is authentic. That is how he is — every day.”England team-mate Kieran Trippier, who will captain England on Monday because Harry Kane will not be starting, said: “He doesn’t seem like a 20-year-old. He is so mature for his age.“Jude has pressure playing for Real Madrid and he has taken it in his stride and all the boys are absolutely delighted for him.“We’re looking forward to meeting up with him and hopefully he can bring that form with him to England.”People say I need to show more for my country. I don’t mind pressure. I feel like I can definitely be a lot better for the national team.Phil FodenPhil Foden knows the spotlight will also be on him at Euro 2024 after an outstanding club season at Manchester City.And he is determined to prove he can replicate that form for England.Foden, 24, was named Premier League player of the season after thriving in a more central role.Speaking after his first session as a McDonald’s Fun Football ambassador, he said: “There’s a lot of pressure on my shoulders.“A lot of people are saying I need to show more for my country.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I don’t mind the pressure. I feel like I can definitely be a lot better for the national team.“I’m so determined now to put on the shirt and prove everyone wrong and try to continue my form.”Phil Foden, right, agrees he could step up to the plate more for England, like midfielders Declan Rice and Bellingham have doneCredit: AFP More

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      Jude Bellingham owes superstardom to mum he calls his ‘queen’ & ‘hero’ ex-cop dad – as Jose Mourinho praises family

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      GRATEFUL Jude Bellingham made mum Denise the centre of attention after his Wembley triumph as thanks for helping his dreams of glory come true.The Champions League winner, 20, credits the woman he calls his Queen with getting him within touching distance of Euros greatness.Jude Bellingham owes a lot to his family following his Champions League victory with Real MadridCredit: AFPJude has won the coveted trophy in his first season at the Spanish clubCredit: GettyReal Madrid star Jude took Denise, dad Mark and younger brother Jobe from the crowd and later fought back tears as he thanked his family for their support.He said: “This is the best night of my life. I was all right until I saw my mum and dad’s faces.“The amount of nights where they could be at home by seven o’clock and they’re doing trips at 11 and 12 at night to take me to football.“And my little brother there who I’m trying to be a role model for. Yeah, it’s the best night of my life.”READ MORE ON JUDE BELLINGHAMEngland fans were now urging Jude to save his strength for the upcoming Euros in Germany, after playing 42 games for Real in a debut season which saw him La Liga Player of the Year.Chelsea fan Richard Wilson, 36, from Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, said: “Jude has played twice as much football as most top professionals at his age — he must be knackered.“But he has the ability to become a true England great.”On Saturday night Jude celebrated the 2-0 win over former club Borussia Dortmund by taking Denise to the sidelines to meet former Madrid manager and TV pundit Jose Mourinho, dubbed The Special One.Most read in FootballJude snapped the pair together, telling smiling Mourinho: “Sorry about that, my mum’s fancied you for years!”Mourinho later told TNT Sports: “Special player, special family. To see that family, the way they are there, they are not looking for cameras, they are not looking for the VIP seats, they are just there to support their kid in the most humble way.Gareth Evans recalls playing against ‘exceptional’ 16-year-old Jude Bellingham on his debut“For me, it’s really beautiful. Family, we play for them, especially in these moments, we play for them.”Mum Denise, 54, had accompanied former Birmingham City player Jude when he was sold to Dortmund in 2020 for £21million — then stayed by his side as he moved to Madrid last year for an initial £88million.Retired cop Mark, 48, remained at home with 18-year-old Jobe, currently playing for Sunderland.Denise made sure to celebrate her birthday, in December, back in the UK.Jude wrote online: “Happy Birthday to my Queen! Love you more than life.”He has admitted: “Without my mum, sometimes I’d get too low with the lows or too high with the highs and I stay pretty humble because I’ve got her around.“She’s a great laugh as well. We get on so well, and we’re always doing stuff together. The role my mum is playing is massive.“It’s probably the biggest role of anyone, more than my coaches and managers, to be honest.”Denise, a former human resources manager, looks after all of Jude’s financial affairs, while Mark is his manager.Jude said: “It leads to great conversations at the table. It can be anything from a discussion about a movie or something that happened to, ‘By the way, Real Madrid is interested . . . ’.”Jude has said he only has “good memories” about his childhood in Hagley, West Midlands.He was not obsessed with football as a young child, despite Mark being a prolific striker in the non-league game.When taken along to his dad’s training sessions, he opted to make a daisy bouquet for his mum or play hide and seek.Jude took a photo of his mum with her crush Jose MourinhoCredit: Pixel8000But he became hooked. He recalled: “We talk about footballing heroes, and my dad was like my first.”“Seeing the way he played and the atmosphere, it made me fall in love with football.”The family’s unwavering support let him focus on simply being a “good footballer” and not getting caught up in the trappings of attention and fame.But The Sun revealed he has found time for romance with Dutch model Laura Celia Valk, 25.Yesterday he flew back to Madrid ahead of a huge parade in the city to mark the club’s 15th European Cup win.That means he will not be available for England’s friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina at St James Park, Newcastle, tonight.But he will join team-mates in time for our final friendly before the Euros against Iceland at Wembley on Friday night.An England source told The Sun: “He’ll probably join in light training with the squad on Wednesday or Thursday but Gareth Southgate will want him to take a well-earned break.“He might be on the substitutes’ bench against Iceland but is unlikely to get any game time.”Supporter Paul Taylor, a 46-year-old building firm director from Birmingham, said: “We have our best chance in my lifetime with this squad and Jude is our stand-out player. He needs to take a break before the Euros.”And events organiser Jemma Swift, 39, from West London said: “We have our best chance of finally winning a trophy.“If he stays fit and fired up it’ll be an incredible summer!”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe England source added: “I’m sure Jude will be raring to go once the Euros kick off and will be fired up when the time comes.“He has tasted success and now he will be wanting more in an England shirt.”Bellingham has found romance with Dutch model Laura Celia ValkCredit: Instagram/lauraceliavBaby Jude with mother DeniseCredit: Twitter More

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      Real Madrid staff fume at ‘heavy-handed’ Wembley stewarding as stars’ families are blocked from joining them after win

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      REAL MADRID staff have complained about “heavy-handed” stewarding during Saturday night’s Champions League final.Carlo Ancelotti’s side defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at Wembley to lift their 15th Champions League.Around 2,500 stewards were deployed at Wembley last nightCredit: ReutersAntonio Rudiger is watched by stewards after the gameCredit: GettyThree pitch invaders were tackled early on in the gameCredit: PAThe final whistle prompted wild celebrations from Real Madrid players, staff and loved ones.Family and friends of the victorious players with special wristbands were allowed to enter the pitch after the trophy lift.According to The Times, some members of Los Blancos’ staff complained that the Wembley stewards ruined the post-match celebrations.At this stage, Real Madrid themselves have not filed an official complaint.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSince fans without tickets stormed Wembley for the Euro 2020 final in 2021, the FA have committed to beefing up security at the national stadium – investing £5million in doing so.For Saturday night’s showdown, 2,500 stewards were on duty at Wembley.The Metropolitan Police confirmed that they made 53 arrests at the game.Five of those were for pitch invasions, while most of the others were for “attempting to breach security”.Most read in Champions LeagueA Metropolitan Police statement read: “We are confident that the overwhelming majority of attempts to unlawfully gain access to Wembley this evening were unsuccessful thanks to the efforts of officers, stewards and other stadium staff.”Officers have made 53 arrests at Wembley – five for pitch invasion and the majority of others for attempts to breach security.Borussia Dortmund fans release flares during half-time of Champions League final in second Wembley security breach”There is a robust policing operation in place to support the Wembley security plan and officers have worked closely with stewards and stadium staff to maintain security throughout.”Videos shared online showing groups running into entrances do not necessarily represent successful attempts to enter the stadium.”There are typically multiple further levels of security beyond an initial entrance.”Officers remain in the area outside the stadium and will deal decisively with any criminality.”Play was stopped after just 30 seconds as three figures entered the pitch.Each wore T-shirts reading “Mellstroy” – the name of a controversial Russian blogger.It was later claimed on social media that Mellstroy had offered £300,000 to anyone who ran on the pitch wearing his name.A stadium spokesperson said: “It is illegal to enter the field of play at Wembley Stadium, and we strongly condemn the actions of those who interrupted the Uefa Champions League final shortly after kick-off.”All of the individuals have now been arrested. We will support the relevant authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken.”After the match, pundit Jamie Carragher was shooed away by a security guard while interviewing Toni Kroos live on air.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe former Liverpool star made light of the incident by posting a picture of the bizarre incident on social media.Kroos continued to answer Carragher’s question, with the interview then coming to its natural conclusion despite the interruption.Jude Bellingham was joined on the pitch by brother Jobe after the gameCredit: RexRodrygo was mobbed by fans at WembleyCredit: Rex More

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      Watch Carlo Ancelotti lead Real Madrid stars in wacky dance before they throw him up in air after Champions League final

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI showed he can match his record-breaking Real Madrid heroes for moves on the pitch as she shared a spectacular victory dance.The Italian celebrated Real’s historic 15th Champions League final win with the same energy his team needed to see off unlucky Borussia Dortmund.Carlo Ancelotti leads Real Madrid’s triumphant jigCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoReal’s players give Ancelotti the traditional treatmentCredit: AlamyThe Spaniard wore the biggest smile of allCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoAncelotti, 64, orchestrated his players’ triumphant jig around the trophy in the Wembley centre circle.The former Chelsea chief won the European Cup twice in a row with AC Milan before returning to the San Siro to win the Champions League twice – a feat he has now managed on three further occasions with Real.And after a 2-0 defeat of Dortmund he looked and sounded as fresh as ever.The ex-Everton, Bayern Munich and PSG manager wore a huge smile as he swung his arms up and down just as wildly as his jubilant squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJude Bellingham and Co then flung him aloft before he embraced Real legend Zinedine Zidane.Rejoicing with such animation is a regular routine for Ancelotti – often accompanied by a cigar.And he revealed it won’t be the last time he gyrates to hail his latest landmark.Asked how he will mark this year’s triumph, Ancelotti said: “A cigar. And Cibeles. Tomorrow cigar, glasses, singing, dancing, we’ll do everything.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBorussia Dortmund chief Edin Terzic congratulates AncelottiCredit: RexDortmund wasted clear chances amid first-half domination before Dani Carvajal’s glancing header on 76 minutes and a fine Vinicius Jr finish from a Bellingham through-pass killed off the Germans.It completed a LaLiga and Champions League double for England midfielder Bellingham in his first season with the Spanish giants.Watch moment Jamie Carragher is TOLD OFF by staff mid-interview after Real Madrid’s Champions League final triumphAnd it took Luka Modric, Dani Carvajal, Nacho and Toni Kroos – in his final game – to an unmatched six successes in Europe’s top cup competition.Ancelotti said: “You can never get used to this, because it was difficult, more than expected. “We suffered a lot in the first half, in the second half we were better, we had fewer losses. This is a dream that continues.”Meanwhile, fans watching his victory dance reckon it’s a sign of a perfect bond with his players.One viewer said: “Every footballer dreams of having a coach like Carlo. In every level.”Another reckoned his response was a “reflection of leadership, flexibility and composure on and off the pitch. These qualities are crucial for success both in football and in other areas of life”.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd a third put Ancelotti’s antics down to his experience as the most prolific Champions League-winning boss ever.He wrote: “Well he’s been practicing for a while now hasn’t he?” More

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      Stunning Champions League presenter and ‘Albanian Laura Woods’ is handed special cake for Wembley final

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      EVA MURATI was handed a special cake to celebrate eight years of working on the Champions League.The popular presenter, 29, hosts coverage of Europe’s premier competition in Albania.Eva Murati was gifted a special cakeCredit: Instagram @evamuratiShe received the tasty treat to commemorate eight years working on the Champions LeagueCredit: Instagram @evamuratiEva has gathered a huge social media followingCredit: Instagram @evamuratiShe has 940,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @evamuratiShe is a regular on Champions League nightsCredit: Instagram @evamuratiDubbed the “Albanian Laura Woods”, Eva has gathered a huge social media following.Last night, she treated her 940,000 followers to a series of snaps from behind the scenes of her Champions League broadcast.The pictures included a cake featuring the Champions League logo.In her caption, Eva revealed why she was treated to the tasty looking cake.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe wrote: “Celebrating 8 years of presenting the best football competition on earth!!”Ready for the Wembley final ⚽️Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund.”Fans loved her post, with one commenting: “Most beautiful sport presenter.”While a second wrote: “Very good presentation thank you for the season.”Most read in Champions LeagueA third gushed: “You are beyond perfect.”And another called her the “queen of the Champions League”.Meet Eva Murati, the Albanian Laura Woods who is glamorous Champions League presenter and lingerie modelIn addition to presenting, Eva has worked as a model and actress.She is fluent in Italian, and has been working for Tring TV since 2017.Eva Murati presents Champions League action in AlbaniaCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe 28-year-old is always joined by an all-star panelCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva also works as a modelCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe Albanian star is a Juventus fan and recently met Fabio CannavaroCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva is a fans’ favourite on Champions League nightsCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva recently presented coverage of PSG’s win over BarcelonaCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiShe also hosts magazine show Sports WeekCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe popular star also works as a lingerie modelCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva has a huge following on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva building a huge fanbase across the globe thanks to her many talentsCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe presenter has nearly one million Instagram followersCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiShe has been presenting Champions League action since 2017Credit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva has also tried her hand at actingCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiWhile she would also like a go at singingCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva loves to share snaps from her holidaysCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiDuring her time off she can be found on the beachCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamurati More

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      Fans beg Mourinho to remain as pundit after five-star performance at Champions League final including dig at Wenger

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      JOSE MOURINHO has been praised for his incredible punditry performance after stealing the show during coverage of the Champions League final.The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham boss joined TNT Sports as Real Madrid beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at Wembley.Fans are calling for Jose Mourinho to ditch his move to Fenerbahce and become a full-time punditCredit: GettyThe Special One left fans and his fellow in pundits continuously last nightCredit: TNT Sports And fans are now calling for a broadcaster to make him a permanent fixture on screens after several hilarious moments and fascinating analysis.Last night, he regularly left Rio Ferdinand in hysterics and left Laura Woods speechless after one “classy” gesture.Fans loved Mourinho at his box office best – so here is a look at the Special One’s pundit of the match performance.Fenerbahce jokesAny campaign to see Mourinho as a TNT Sports regular next season will not work as he has already agreed to take charge of Turkish giants Fenerbahce from next season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPrior to kick-off, Ferdinand asked the Special One who is the most famous person in his phone book.And before his move to Fenerbahce was officially announced, he went early and confirmed he was on his way to Istanbul.Jose brilliantly replied: “In this moment it is the president of Fenerbahce.”And Mourinho’s jokes didn’t stop there as he told Real Madrid hero Jude Bellingham it will be harder for them to win next year’s competition with Fenerbahce involved.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHole in oneFive-time Champions League winner Gareth Bale briefly joined the pundits pitchside to discuss his former club Real’s greatness in Europe.The retired Welshman, who is known for having a huge passion for golf, was then asked what it was like to play under the Special One at Tottenham.Watch Jude Bellingham swear at critics on live TV after Champions League final as he’s warned ‘it’s still early in US’Bale said: “I loved working with him.”Only for his quick-witted ex-manager to hit back: “At that time he was already thinking about winning Augusta.”His joke led to one fan, saying: “I feel like Jose should just do TV and forget Turkey.”Mourinho made Bale laugh with his Augusta gagCredit: X @footballontntConsoling TerzicBorussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzic was left heartbroken after leading his boyhood club to collect their runners-up medals.It led to Mourinho walking off set and going over to embrace Terzic – leaving Woods gushing.She said: “We’ve lost Jose Mourinho, he’s marched onto the pitch.”I tell you what he’s doing, he’s going over to see Edin Terzic and I imagine consoling him.”This is a really lovely, classy moment between two managers.”Jose later revealed what he said to Terzic, explaining: “I was telling him that time is not going to help you. “It’s going to be very hard for the rest of your career and the rest of your life – but you have to be very proud of the work you did because you did amazing.”As a coach you couldn’t do more, the coach cannot score, the coach can organise and give mentality, give confidence and he did all that.”He’s not the guy to go and kick the ball into the net, which is what his team missed.”But the approach was amazing, they did everything well apart from scoring, so as a coach, he has to be proud. “But he is not going to forget.”His words of wisdom were loved by supporters, with one saying: “Love this guy.”Another added: “Jose spot on again.”Mourinho hugged Terzic after the gameCredit: X @footballontnt”Time is not going to help you… but you have to be very proud!” 🖤💛Jose Mourinho reveals what he said to Borussia Dortmund manager, Edin Terzic 💬 pic.twitter.com/IoWekdn7FU— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) June 1, 2024

      Wenger digMourinho has a long-running feud with Arsenal’s legendary boss Arsene Wenger.And the Portuguese gaffer’s latest dig at him left Ferdinand, Woods and Steve McManaman in stitches.Wenger, who is now Fifa’s chief of global football development, is pushing for a controversial change to the offside law.The 74-year-old wants a rule tweak that would effectively mean there has to be “daylight” between an attacker and defender for it to be offside.It’s safe to say Mourinho hates the idea.Presenter Woods saw Wenger in the stands and said it would be great if he was able to have a chat with them.Mourinho brutally responded with a bemused look on his face: “Ask him about what he wants to do with the offside. Let me go before, please. It’s time for me to go.”It to another saying: “Mourinho is a quality pundit, why is he doing the grind in Turkey? Just retire and make everyone laugh on TV.”Mourinho slammed Wenger’s proposed offside rule changesCredit: TNT SPORTS’My mum fancies you’Bellingham hilariously embarrassed his mum during his interview with the TNT Sports crew.The 20-year-old superstar ran over to Mourinho as his Real Madrid team-mates partied on the pitch.They hugged and shared words with each other before the 61-year-old boss was taken over to meet a lady who thinks he lives up to his Special One nickname.Mourinho shook hands with Bellingham’s proud mother, Denise, and then posed for a picture with her.The England midfielder admitted afterwards “his mum has fancied him for years.”Mourinho met the Bellingham family after the final whistleCredit: GettyBellingham said his mum Denise fancies MourinhoCredit: X @footballontntChelsea jibe Asked by Woods about the state of his two former clubs, Mourinho simply said: “I have no idea. I have no idea.”Pushed what he meant on Spurs, he said: “Tottenham, I have an idea. This is Tottenham, always fighting to be fourth. Between fourth, fifth and sixth.”Next season is Europa League, of course they can win it. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Stability, they are investing more, amazing club, facilities, beautiful stadium – you can feel it.”But Chelsea, I really don’t know.” More

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      Watch moment Jamie Carragher is TOLD OFF by staff mid-interview after Real Madrid’s Champions League final triumph

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER was shooed away by security staff while interviewing Toni Kroos on Saturday night.The pundit, 46, was at Wembley for CBS Sports’ Champions League final coverage.Jamie Carragher interviews Toni KroosCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoA member of security staff tries to shoo Carragher awayCredit: X @CBSSportsGolazoFollowing Real Madrid’s 2-0 triumph over Borussia Dortmund, Carragher grabbed Kroos for a word.The German, 34, finished his club career in fairytale fashion, winning the Champions League in his final game for Los Blancos.After the game, Carragher quizzed Kroos about what it was like to achieve such a feat in his final game.Just 100 seconds into the interview, however, Carragher was told to clear off by a security guard.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDespite the stern warning, Kroos decided to stay and answer Carragher’s final question.Carra went on to post the clip in full, before following up with a screenshot of the moment he was told to get lost.Opening up on his fairytale ending, Kroos began the interview by saying: “Yeah, it could be worse. That was the plan. It’s difficult to plan this but it’s crazy. “Even though we didn’t do our best match today it seems in these games we’re not able to lose.”Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFurther quizzed by Carra over what changed for Real Madrid in the second period, Kroos continued: “We were pretty lucky in the first half… we didn’t do a good game. We changed some things.”The coach put Jude (Bellingham) right next to me to be a bit more compact and I think it helped.Watch Dora the Explorer savage Henry, Carragher and Richards on live TV as fans say ‘I’ve officially seen it all'”After we scored we improved a lot and then there was no doubt anymore, but first half we struggled.”On what makes his side so successful, he added: “You don’t lose finals.”That’s a good base to have. It’s crazy when you see our route to the final in recent years.”It’s about quality of course but the mentality is crazy to even be the worst team and win these games. It’s a lot of believing and I think that separates this club from all the others.”Kroos then concluded the chat by saying it was “crazy” and “amazing” to have won his sixth Champions League crown.Carragher was at the match alongside fellow pundits Micah Richards and Thierry Henry, as well as presenter Kate Abdo.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe gang were also joined by Dora the Explorer, who decided to roast them.At one point the Nickelodeon legend even mocked Henry for “moving on from hair”.The CBS Sports crew pose with victorious Jude BellinghamCredit: Reuters More