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THIERRY HENRY was left speechless as Kate Abdo mocked Micah Richards live on air.The trio lined up on CBS Sports alongside Jamie Carragher for coverage of the Champions League final.Thierry Henry was left speechless in response to Kate Abdo’s remarkCredit: X formerly Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazoJamie Carragher found the jibe hilariousCredit: X formerly Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazoMicah Richards also saw the funny sideCredit: X formerly Twitter / @CBSSportsGolazoAbdo always introduces the panel in a unique style for each show and made no exception at Wembley.The presenter spoke up Henry and Carragher for their career achievements before talking about Richards.And while she applauded the pundit for working on his fifth Champions League final, it turned out to be faint praise.Abdo said: “The man who burst onto the scene as a player but in his second act, well, he has taken sports television by storm.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Now working his fifth Champions League final, equalling his career total games played in this competition – Big Meeks Micah Richards.”Henry’s jaw dropped in response and his mouth was left agape after Abdo’s cutting remark.While Carragher reacted in typical fashion by bursting out in loud laughter, enjoying his colleague’s torment.Abdo caught the eye during the broadcast thanks to her bold outfit.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBellingham 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.

She wore a bright red suit with a pink top and attracted a lot of compliments for the look.While Carragher got back on the beers as he mingled with Dortmund fans once again before kick-off.Watch Henry, Carragher and Richards introduce themselves to viewers on live TV in ‘cringey’ CBS Sports segmentReal Madrid continue to dominate Europe’s elite competition More

TEARFUL Jude Bellingham capped a dream Real Madrid debut season by winning his first Champions League title.The England superstar, 20, got the better of countryman Jadon Sancho and ex-club Borussia Dortmund as Carlo Ancelotti’s heroes became the Kings of Europe for a 15th time at Wembley last night.An emotional Jude Bellingham spoke to TNT SportsCredit: TNT SportsHe took a pause during the interview to look towards his family in the standsCredit: TNT SportsBellingham’s family looked on with prideCredit: TNT SportsBellingham is a Champions League winnerCredit: ReutersAnd Bellingham, who set up Vinicius Jr for Real’s second, beamed: “This is the best night of my life. I can’t have dreamed of much more  this season.”Bellingham also won the Spanish LaLiga this campaign after joining from Dortmund in a £115million deal.Asked if this had been a dream first season, the midfielder — named LaLiga Player of the Season — grinned: “It’s got to be up there.“We missed out on the Copa del Rey — that’s the only disappointing thing I suppose.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“But there’s always many more years to try and get that one.“I can’t have dreamed of much more  this season. I’m so grateful.“My team-mates, the staff, my family. The team behind the team like the physios. It’s a massive group effort. I just can’t believe it.“I always dreamed of playing in these games. You go through life and there are so many people who say you can’t do things.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I was alright until I saw my mum and dad’s faces there!” ❤️An emotional Jude Bellingham tries to find the words to describe his feelings after winning the Champions League 🏆#UCLfinal pic.twitter.com/byHVn8IzXl— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) June 1, 2024

“It gets hard at times but nights like tonight make you realise it was worth it and all those kinds of things.”Bellingham’s family were in attendance, with his father Mark, mother Denise, and brother Jobe Bellingham spotted in the stands FIVE HOURS prior to kick off.Inside the Real Madrid and Jude Bellingham love affairEmotional Bellingham, speaking live on TNT Sports, added: “I was alright until I saw my mum and dad’s face.”The amount of nights where they can 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, I can’t put into words, it’s the best night of my life.”The Real Madrid midfielder kept pausing throughout the pitch-side interview as he tried to catch his family’s eye in the stands.Bellingham’s family were spotted in the stands far before the game kicked offCredit: X formerly Twitter / @footballontntBellingham celebrated with is family on the pitch after full-timeCredit: AFPTV cameras had caught the family eating their lunch alone in the stands hours before kick-off, with Jose Mourinho paying tribute to both Jude and his family by saying: “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 there to support their family in the most humble way so it’s very beautiful.”[He is] A special player and a special family.”It caps off a stellar first season for Bellingham in Madrid.Bellingham 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.

The midfielder scored 23 times and assisted 13 in his 42 appearances this club season.He added another to the tally tonight, as he assisted Vinicius Jr’s goal, which made it 2-0 to Real Madrid.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt leaves his trophy tally for the season at: One champions league, a LaLiga title and a Spanish Super Cup.His only previous trophy came in the 2020/21 season when he played for tonight’s opponents, Borussia Dortmund.Meet Jude Bellingham’s stunning girlfriend, lingerie model Laura Celia ValkBy Jon Boon
LAURA CELIA VALK is the stunning Dutch fashion model who has stolen Jude Bellingham’s heart.
The Sun exclusively revealed that she’s been staying at his place in Madrid and is completely smitten with him.
Laura boasts a huge social media following and regularly travels the world, enjoying a luxurious lifestyle.
From underwear modelling to showing off Pretty Little Thing’s latest wear, she regularly collaborates with fashion houses around the globe.
Wherever she is, Laura makes sure to drop into Chanel – her favourite designer.
She’s also quite the foodie, with pizza and strawberries being her favourites.
It won’t be long before we see her at the Bernabeu enjoying a prawn sandwich!
Find out more about Laura.
Or read all the latest Jude Bellingham news.

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FANS blasted Wembley’s security breaches after Borussia Dortmund supporters lit a wall of flares during the Champions League final.That was after the final against Real Madrid was stopped after just 25 seconds when multiple pitch invaders stormed the field.Dortmund fans were able to bring many flares with them to WembleyCredit: EPAThat’s despite a bolstered security operation at WembleyCredit: ReutersThree pitch invaders managed to storm the field in the first halfCredit: GettyThe breaches came despite the FA pumping £5million into the security operation around the stadium.Pre-match preparations saw a ‘ring of steel’ involving thousands of stewards and enhanced ticket checks.The FA were hoping to avoid a repeat of the Euro 2020 final, which saw many fans without tickets gain entrance to the stadium for the final between England and Italy.But it did not go to plan as it took just seconds for flaws to be exposed.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThree men entered the field of play wearing T-shirts emblazoned with the name of a controversial Russian streamer.The game restarted after two minutes, only for another issue at half-time.Dortmund fans had managed to sneak hundreds of banned flares past security.Much of the bottom tier of Dortmund’s end of Wembley was alight with red pyrotechnics, which sent a thick smoke billowing onto the pitch.Most read in FootballThe final of Euro 2020 saw several dangerous security breachesCredit: ReutersCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe fog lingered for around ten minutes after the second half kicked off.One stunned fan wrote on X: “How the f*** have Dortmund fans got flares into Wembley when I can’t get in with a bottle of Highland Spring!?”Champions League final HALTED after just seconds due to pitch invader in major Wembley security breachAnother added: “Dortmund can have a wall of flares at Wembley yet I can’t have a bottle with a lid.”A third said: “More fantastic security from @wembleystadium, how do the Dortmund fans get flares into the ground?”There were also issues outside Wembley, with shocking footage showing a large group of people jumping over fences and pushing through ticket stalls before kick-off.The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers had made 53 arrests.Madrid won 2-0 and secured a 15th European Cup despite a strong performance from Dortmund at a cacophonous Wembley.Bellingham 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. More

MAYBE it’s the sheer weight of history, maybe it’s supreme self-confidence, maybe it’s black magic from the men in white.But when Old Big Ears is in the building, Real Madrid always find a way.Vinicius Jr wheels away in delight after his goalCredit: ReutersDani Carvajal headed Real Madrid in front in the 74th minuteCredit: EPAJude Bellingham assisted Vinicius Jr’s goalCredit: ReutersThe Brazilian is now a leading contender to win the Ballon d’OrCredit: ReutersReal Madrid claim their 15th Champions League titleCredit: GettyDortmund were made to rue their missed chancesCredit: GettyIt was misery for the German side who suffered a second Champions League final defeat at WembleyCredit: ReutersNo wonder Jude Bellingham was so desperate to get to the Bernabeu.The Englishman laid on Real’s second goal for Vinicius Junior after Dani Carvajal’s late headed opener.The Birmingham boy is a European champion at club level at the age of 20. Now how about international level too?Bellingham sunk to his knees when Vinicius netted, then he was substituted by Carlo Ancelotti and blew kisses to the adoring Madristas who serenaded him.The Spanish aristocrats secured a 15th European Cup, despite being outplayed by Borussia Dortmund’s underdogs for the majority of this Champions League Final at a cacophonous Wembley.It was Real’s eighth successive victory in this grandest of fixtures with its big-eared trophy.Indeed they have not lost any European final since being defeated by Sir Alex Ferguson’s Aberdeen in the old Cup-winner’s Cup back in 1983.In truth Bellingham’s fellow Englishman, Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho had a better game but Real’s midfield maestro couldn’t have cared less.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSReal’s fans had swaggered out of Wembley Park tube station singing ‘Hey Jude’ in honour of their Brummie idol.Inside the ground, Dortmund’s travelling army recreated the Westfalenstadion’s famous yellow wall, bouncing, hollering and waving vast flags.Zinedine Zidane suffers embarrassing wardrobe malfunction as he brings out Champions League trophy at WembleyReal Madrid have hit Borussia Dortmund with a quick-fire double 🔥Vinicius Jr doubles the lead for Real Madrid… and then does Jude Bellingham’s celebration 💥🙌 pic.twitter.com/FHgLfhE1yp— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) June 1, 2024

Real Madrid players celebrate at the final whistleCredit: AFPToni Kross had a dream farewell to his club careerCredit: GettyReal Madrid lifted the trophy on the Wembley pitch rather than the Royal BoxCredit: GettyTheir side may have finished fifth in the Bundesliga but their run to the final had seen them progress through a Group of Death and defeat Paris Saint-Germain in the semis.After a five-minute Lenny Kravitz gig – why do they bother? – the opening minutes were shambolic, with four separate pitch invaders delaying proceedings.Federico Valverde exchanged passes with two team-mates but ballooned his shot.Then Julian Brandt screwed a shot wide after a neat lay-off from Niclas Fullkrug.Eduardo Camavinga was setting the midfield rhythm in the anchor for Real but the first clear sight of goal fell to Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi.The forward was sent clean through but goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois – known as f***ing Courtois by Jurgen Klopp after his heroics in the 2022 final against Liverpool – advanced and forced him out wide, where his shot was blocked.Suddenly Real were rocking. Borussia’s Chelsea loanee Ian Maatsen sent Fullkrug through but the centre-forward fired against the inside of the post before the ball was scrambled clear.Next, Sancho scampered forward and fed Adeyemi, whose angled shot was pushed out by Courtois – Fullkrug failing to connect properly with the rebound.Real were deserved winners and could have won by moreReal Madrid overcame a first half Borussia Dortmund onslaught to winBellingham played a key role as he claimed his first Champions League winSancho played well but could not prevent his side from losingThe situation was so alarming for Real that Ancelotti, the coolest dude in world football, started getting animated on the touchline.Real were losing their rags and Vinicius Junior was booked for a late lunge on keeper Gregor Kobel.Bellingham was struggling to exert any influence from his position on the left of Real’s midfield, while Sancho was having plenty of joy on the right for Dortmund.Courtois then flung himself low to turn a Marcel Sabitzer shot wide.The atmosphere was wild, both sets of supporters engaged in a mass bounce-off at either end of Wembley.Vinicius was lucky to escape a second yellow for a dive, with Nico Schlotterbeck instead cautioned from Slovenia referee Slavko Vincic for his reaction.Sabitzer also picked up a booking but the German side were bossing it, without getting their noses in front – a situation which always feels perilous when you’re playing Real Madrid.The second half began to the backdrop of a pyro display in the Dortmund end – another Wembley security triumph.Hummels was controversially penalised for a challenge on Vinicius – who was getting an easy ride from the ref – and Toni Kroos’ free-kick was pushed wide by Kobel.But Real were still unable to get a grip on the game, with Terzic’s men pinning them back for long periods.Sancho’s sweeping pass picked out Adeyemi, whose centre was met by a Fullkrug header, Courtois saving again.Bellingham 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.

Ancelotti moved Bellingham into a deep-lying false nine role and the England man was soon on the end of a Vinicius centre but could not connect and was flagged offside.Marco Reus was sent on by Terzic for his swansong appearance but Vinicius was starting to purr – executing a delicious nutmeg on Julian Ryderson to force a corner.From the next corner, Real were in front. Kroos delivered to the near post and Carvajal leapt to score with a glancing header, Hummels unable to block it on the line.It was classic Real – second-best for so long but always finding a way.Bellingham then squandered an outstanding chance to wrap it up, stabbing wide when he should have buried a Camavinga cut-back.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut soon he was teeing up Vinicius, who scored with an angled drive which Kobel got a hand to.Fullkrug had a late effort ruled out for offside but while Real had arrived late to the party, they had left their best to last.Real Madrid continue to dominate Europe’s elite competitionCarlo Ancelotti has now won 28 trophies More

FANS were left perplexed by Zinedine Zidane’s Champions League final outfit.The Real Madrid legend, 51, won the Champions League four times with Los Blancos across spells as a player and manager.Zinedine Zidane walked out of the Wembley tunnel ahead of the gameCredit: GettyThe Frenchman, 51, clutched the Champions League trophyCredit: GettyFans noticed that Zizou’s blazer appeared to be crookedCredit: GettyBut on Saturday, he arrived at Wembley as a fan, with viewers at home reckoning he was still feeling the nerves.Ahead of the game he walked out of the tunnel with the Champions League trophy.As he hoisted it towards the fans, his blazer appeared to be crooked.The World Cup winner had managed to mess up his buttons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNoticing Zidane’s sartorial faux pas, one social media user wrote: “I don’t understand Zidane’s blazer…. Not only is it crooked in the front, but the cut on the back and shoulders is horrible…”While a second commented: “Zidane with the blazer poorly buttoned.”A third claimed: “Zidane can’t button up his blazer properly.”And a fourth joked: “Real Madrid just lost the final. After Zidane came in with the blazer buttoned wrong hahaha.”Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother added: “Zidane is nervous… I have no proof but I have no doubts either… the jacket!”As it turned out, Zidane needn’t have been worried as Madrid ran out 2-0 winners, picking up an incredible 15th Champions League title.Robert Lewandowski picks all-time five-a-side teamZidane has enjoyed a decorated career as a player and managerCredit: AFP or licensorsAnd the former Juventus playmaker had thankfully fixed his buttons by the time he came out to deliver the trophy after full-time.Zidane has been out of work since leaving Real Madrid in 2021.In April he was linked with the Bayern Munich job, but nothing came of the German side’s interest.Zidane has also long been connected with the potential vacancy at Manchester United.Erik ten Hag remains Red Devils manager, although his position is still in doubt.Bellingham 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. More

THE Champions League final at Wembley was halted after just 30 seconds when THREE pitch invaders ran onto the field.And it was up to Borussia Dortmund midfielder Marcel Sabitzer to tackle one of them to the ground.The game was halted after just 25 secondsCredit: TNT SportsOne pitch invader tried to take a selfie with ViniciusCredit: APSabitzer helped apprehend one pitch invaderCredit: GettyPlay was stopped within the first minute of the hotly-anticipated European football showpiece between the Germans and Real Madrid.The three troublemakers evaded Wembley’s beefed up £5MILLION security operation and made their way onto the pitch – each sporting the name ‘Mellstroy’ on their T-shirts.Mellstroy is a controversial Russian blogger, who social media reports suggest had offered £300,000 to anyone who stormed the pitch wearing his name.The 25-year-old streamer, real name Andrey Burim, has been accused of going to extreme lengths to attract views.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe was arrested in late 2020 for beating a model, Alena Efremova, on a live broadcast.It is currently not known if the offer is legitimate, if all three will be paid separately, or at all.A Wembley spokesperson revealed the 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.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother invoked Ronaldo’s celebration as Jadon Sancho watched onCredit: AFP”All of the individuals have now been arrested. We will support the relevant authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken.”The ball had been rolled back to Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois before the first invader was spotted.Inside the Real Madrid and Jude Bellingham love affairTV cameras immediately panned away from the incident.Both Carlo Ancelotti and Edin Terzic could only look on in annoyance as they waited for the game to resume.One of the men that stormed the pitch attempted to take a selfie with Madrid and Brazil superstar Vinicius Jr.Another pitch invader ran past Courtois before security could get to him.Ferland Mendy looked on unimpressedCredit: GettyHe was brought down by stewardsCredit: ReutersWhen he reached near the centre-circle, he was apprehended by marshals.Former Manchester United midfielder Sabitzer aided in tackling the pitch-invader to the ground.Bellingham 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.

The incident will be an embarrassment for the FA, who had pumped £5million into the security operation at Wembley after past problems including at the Euro 2020 final.Their ‘ring of steel’ involved over 2,500 security stewards, the most the stadium has ever seen.  Real Madrid would go on to win the final 2-0 thanks to goals from Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Jr.READ MORE SUN STORIESAn emotional Jude Bellingham had to fight back tears as he spoke to TNT Sports after the game as he paid tribute to his family.It makes it a Champions League, La Liga title and Spanish Super Cup in his first season with the club. More