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      Man Utd scout Olympiacos wonderkid, 17, who’s already a European champion but face transfer battle for striker

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are scouting Olympiacos wonderkid Charalampos Kostoulas ahead of the January transfer window.Kostoulas, 17, is considered by many as the next big thing in Greek football after a stunning campaign with his club’s Under-19s last season and his current success with the senior squad.Manchester United are scouting Olympiacos wonderkid Charalampos KostoulasCredit: ReutersMan Utd sent scouts to watch Kostoulas during Olympiacos’ latest Europa League matchCredit: APSunSport can confirm that the striker’s impressive displays have led to interest from United who sent scouts to Piraeus to watch him in action against Twente in the Europa League last Thursday.Reports from Greece suggest Bayern Munich, Juventus, Fiorentina and Borussia Monchengladbach are also keeping tabs on the Greece Under-21 international.The same reports claim all the aforementioned clubs, bar Bayern, also sent representatives to watch the teenage sensation in action but SunSport can’t confirm at this time.Nevertheless, Olympiacos have big plans for their young star as they will offer him a new contract once he turns 18 in May after becoming a key member of Jose Luis Mendilibar’s squad – his current deal runs out in 2026.Read More on FootballAnd those close to Kostoulas, who counts two goals and an assist in 10 league matches, want him to remain focused and enjoy the holidays with his loved ones without getting distracted from the transfer rumour mill.The centre-forward put together a man-of-the-match performance during the goalless draw with Twente at Georgios Karaiskakis and even earned a penalty kick that Ayoub El Kaabi wasted.The versatile forward, who can lead the attack but also cover the wings and play behind the centre-forward, has already made history despite his young career.Kostoulas was part of Olympiacos’ reserve squad that won last season’s Uefa Youth League after beating AC Milan 3-0 in the final.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThat side also defeated the likes of Inter Milan, Lens and Bayern on their way to becoming the first ever Greek club to win a European title last April.The Under-19s completed that triumph one month before the seniors won the Europa Conference League by beating Fiorentina in the final that took place in Athens.Man Utd team-mates in furious on-pitch argument at final whistle after Red Devils scrape past Viktoria PlzenKostoulas was a focal point for Olympiacos’ young side as he registered five goals and two assists in eight appearances in the Youth LeagueThat led to Greek football chiefs awarding him as last season’s best young player in Greece’s second division, where Olympiacos’ B team compete.Kostoulas has stood along with fellow Youth League champion Christos Mouzakitis, who recently became the youngest ever ace to play for Greece in a competitive game at 17 years, 10 months and 23 days old.Man Utd have been investing a lot in young talent lately with the likes of Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo and Amad Diallo breaking into the starting line-up.Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game. 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      Ruthless Postecoglou tells Werner ‘I’m not worried about bruised egos’ after slamming ‘unacceptable’ Tottenham star

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU doubled down on his “assessment” of Timo Werner’s “unacceptable” display at Rangers and then told his squad: I don’t care about bruising your egos.The Australian manager hooked off the German star at half-time of the 1-1 draw at Ibrox in the Europa League on Thursday night.Ange Postecoglou has doubled down on his criticism of Timo WernerCredit: SNSWerner was hooked off at half-time against Rangers for not reaching the desired level of ‘application’Credit: GettyIn his post-match press conference, Postecoglou slammed Werner, claiming: “He wasn’t playing anywhere near the level he should”.The fact his second-half replacement Dejan Kulusevski scored the equaliser with 15 minutes remaining only proved it was the right call.Asked if any had any regrets the next morning about the public nature of the criticism, the former Celtic boss replied: “No, it wasn’t criticism. It was assessment.“If we played poorly, we played poorly. With Timo it wasn’t about whether he played well or not.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“It was a difficult game last night. I’m asking 18-year-olds to do some massive jobs and you want senior players, he’s a senior player. “He’s an international and he’s won the Champions League, there’s a level of application and performance you need to rise to, to help the team.“He didn’t reach that. I think me taking him off at half-time was a statement enough.“The same way I won’t be hiding behind poor team performances, the same with and no different for the players or anyone else.Most read in Europa LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“It wasn’t criticism, it was just an assessment of his performance and on a really challenging night for us, which we knew going into it, it needs to be better.”Former Chelsea forward Werner is on-loan from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig but there does not seem any plans to cancel that arrangement in January because the club have such a long injury list.Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou blasts ‘unacceptable’ Timo Werner Asked how had Werner, 28, responded internally to the comments, Postecoglou said: “I’ve got no time for that sort of stuff anymore.“We’re in a fight here, collectively we’re in a fight. I’m not going to go around worrying about people’s bruised egos.“This football club want to achieve things and be successful.“We’re down to the bare bones in players. If there’s somebody in the dressing room who’s fit, able to contribute but who feels he needs something extra in this moment, he’s probably not the right type.“I need guys who, and we had some last night, understand the situation we’re in.“We’ve 15 fit players and in some positions we’ve only got two players.“I’m not going to go around trying to get extra out of people. “If they’re not able to give extra now, it kind of gives me an indication of where they’re at.”This week, Argentine centre-back Cristian Romero lamented the lack of investment by the club in recent times during an interview with Spanish broadcaster Telemundo Deportes.This followed Spurs’ disappointing 4-3 loss at home to Chelsea, but he later apologised for those remarks.Asked if the Werner episode tied into a wider issue in the past at the club, Postecoglou said: “I’m sick of that. That’s an excuse for me.“And that’s why even with Cristian Romero’s comments, I just think that’s an excuse.We’re in a fight here, collectively we’re in a fight. I’m not going to go around worrying about people’s bruised egos.Ange Postecoglou“At the moment I’m here, I take responsibility. These players, we’re here.“If we think something mythical exists in this club that prevents success then change it.“What’s the point otherwise? Don’t come here. I just don’t buy into that.“At the moment we’re in a difficult situation because of where we are squad-wise and team-wise.READ MORE SUN STORIES“You either embrace this challenge. If you want excuses there are a million of them.“There are a million excuses why we cannot be successful but if that’s what your clutch is, particularly in tough moments, then what’s the point? Move on then and go somewhere else.” More

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      Are these the moments that sparked Hojlund and Amad’s furious full-time bust-up after Man Utd’s win over Plzen?

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      RASMUS HOJLUND and Amad Diallo were involved in a furious war of words at the end of Manchester United’s victory over Viktoria Plzen last night.The Red Devils came from behind to beat their Czech opponents 2-1 courtesy of super-sub Hojlund’s second-half double.Rasmus Hojlund and Amad Diallo were involved in a post-match spatCredit: TNT SportsThe Man Utd stars were caught having an angry rowThe pair were split up by CasemiroCredit: TNT SportsThe Dane, 21, was United’s match winner but looked furious upon the final whistle.As he shook hands with opposition players, Hojlund was confronted by Diallo.The forward looked like he wasn’t interested in hearing what his team-mate had to say, with other United players quickly intervening.Hojlund’s fury appeared to stem from an incident during stoppage time.READ MORE ON MAN UTDIn the 93rd minute, Diallo had raced away down the right flank.It appeared that he could squared the ball to Hojlund for what could have been the striker’s hat-trick.Instead the Ivorian went himself, much to his team-mate’s frustration.Just 45 seconds later Hojlund seemingly returned the favour, not passing to Diallo when the winger may have found himself through on goal.Most read in Europa LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDiallo could have squared the ball to HojlundCredit: TNT SportsHojlund then refused to pass to the wingerCredit: TNT SportsHojlund was upset upon the final whistleCredit: TNT SportsAfter the game, boss Ruben Amorim was not concerned over the incident, in fact praising his players’ desire.He said: “It’s a positive thing, a healthy thing, perfect. In this moment, we need to feel something, if we need to fight each other it’s like a family, for me it’s a very, very good sign.Amad runs the show again but Rashford is lucky to stay on the pitch and Onana has night to forget”When you don’t care, you do nothing, when you care, you fight with your brother, with your father, with your mother.“It’s a normal thing, so I leave it to the players and captain to calm things down.“If it’s too much I will go inside the dressing room. But it’s their space, they have to talk, to fight — it’s very important.“I am happy we win the game and still fight each other, that is a very good thing.“When you win and you fight with your team-mate because you want to score one more. It’s a very good day for us.”Hojlund now has five goals already under Amorim, having also scored a double against Bodo/Glimt and a Prem effort vs Nottingham Forest.READ MORE SUN STORIESQuizzed about life under his new manager after the game, Hojlund said: “It’s early days. I know it sounds odd but we don’t get enough time on the training ground, so we have to train during the matches. But it’s getting better and better.”The Red Devils will return to action on Sunday as they make the short trip to the Etihad to face Manchester City.Man Utd ratings vs Plzen as Hojlund and Amad spare Onana’s blushes are horror showANDRE ONANA had his blushes spared by Rasmus Hojlund as Manchester United fought back to win against Viktoria Plzen.Here’s how SunSport’s Henry Tomlinson rated the Red Devils stars…Andre Onana – 4It was a very shaky start to the game in which Onana hurt Casemiro and failed to deal with the host’s crosses convincingly.He made a massive error that led to Plzen taking the lead with his poor pass, leaving his defenders with no chance of bailing him out.Diogo Dalot – 6Dalot made some decent runs forward to join in with the attacks.Defensively was fairly solid and was not often caught out.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Playing a bit more central, Mazraoui used his pace well to help out at the back.Matthijs de Ligt – 6He was sold short by Onana’s pass that led to the opener but otherwise was fine during the 90 minutes.Lisandro Martinez – 6Made himself available when Man United got forward but struggled with the physicality of the Plzen attackers.Tyrell Malacia – 6He offered very little going forward in the wing-back role as he struggled to combine with Marcus Rashford.Casemiro – 6He moved the ball forward when he could and recovered from an early blow from Onana.Bruno Fernandes – 7He was lucky to have escaped an early yellow card. Stung the goalkeeper’s gloves in the first half with a good effort.His quick thinking set up Rasmus Hojlund to fire in a late winner.Amad Diallo – 8Diallo was a rare bright spark in Man United’s attack against Plzen.It was his run that led to the equaliser, and he used his pace and skill to get past his defender.Marcus Rashford – 4Rashford was often loose on the ball and surrendered possession in the attacking third.He received the first booking of the game for a needless foul and was lucky not to be sent off in the second half before being hooked by Ruben Amorim.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Took on the centre-forward role well, held the ball up and linked up play well enough.SubsRasmus Hojlund 55′ – 8Hojlund showed his striker instincts by being in the right position to grab Man United’s equaliser.He then latched onto Fernandes’ clever pass to score the winner.Antony 60′ – 6He was involved in the equaliser by linking up with Diallo.Mason Mount 60′ – 7Made a positive impact after coming on and was unlucky not to score as he was denied twice by the goalkeeper after coming into the action.Alejandro Garnacho 80′ – N/AFailed to make a positive impact on his short spell on the pitch.Manuel Ugarte 80′ – N/AHe slotted into the midfield as he replaced Casemiro late on. 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      Rasmus Hojlund reveals watching videos of maligned ex-Man Utd star gave him inspiration for winning goal

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      RAMSUS HOJLUND drew inspiration from Manchester United flop Anthony Martial for his winner against Viktoria Plzen.A second-half brace from the Danish striker saw the Red Devils run out 2-1 winners in their Europa League clash with the Czech club.Rasmus Hojlund bagged in Manchester United’s Europa League win over Viktoria PlzenCredit: REUTERSThe Dane’s second goal was a moment of pure brillianceCredit: EPAHojlund drew inspiration for the goal from Anthony Martial’s strike against Manchester City in March 2020Credit: EPAHojlund and United’s second was a moment of sheer brilliance, with the 21-year-old beautifully controlling a low free-kick from Bruno Fernandes in the box before rifling the ball into the far corner.And the Denmark international positioned himself to receive the ball in the box after remembering Martial score from a similar position in the Manchester derby in March 2020.He told TNT Sports: “I have watched Bruno [Fernandes] do that before.”I remember the goal with Anthony Martial when he did the chip for him.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I just thought I had a good opportunity because I am strong, I could push the defender and spin him and finish.”Victory in Plzen saw United get back to winning ways following back-to-back defeats to Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.But the Red Devils are still very much a work in progress under new gaffer Ruben Amorim.The 39-year-old said in his post-match interview: “We still need more time. It’s still very early days.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”It’s about getting our routines together and it’s getting there. “But it still needs practice and time.Amad runs the show again but Rashford is lucky to stay on the pitch and Onana has night to forget”I know it sounds odd, but we don’t get enough time on the training ground, so we have to train it during the matches.”But it’s getting better and better.”United will be back in action on Sunday evening, travelling to the Etihad Stadium to play local rivals Manchester City. More

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      Eagle-eyed Man Utd fans convinced over Marcus Rashford’s future after spotting Ruben Amorim interaction

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      EAGLE-EYED fans are convinced that Marcus Rashford’s time at Manchester United is coming to an end.The Red Devils star is facing an uncertain time at Old Trafford after a tough spell of form.Marcus Rashford was not acknowledged by Ruben Amorim when he was subbed against Viktoria PlzenCredit: GettyHe was lucky not to be sent off in the Europa League clashCredit: ReutersAmorim could look to bring in new faces in the January transfer windowCredit: GettyRashford, 27, struggled in Manchester United’s win over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League.The forward was unable to influence the game and was arguably fortunate to escape a red card in the second half.Rashford flew into a tackle when already on a yellow but avoided further punishment before being hooked by Ruben Amorim.He was not acknowledged by the manager when walking off the pitch and to the bench.READ MORE ON MAN UTDFans spotted the moment and are now convinced that it means that the club will sell him in January.One wrote: “Looks like Rashford is certainly gonna be sold, Amorim didn’t even shake his hand when he came off.”A second wrote: “Amorim acknowledges Malacia and Zirkzee.”No exchange between him and Rashford when he came off earlier.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother commented: “He didn’t even look at him.”While one summarised: “There was nothing to acknowledge about Rashfords game.”Man Utd team-mates in furious on-pitch argument at final whistle after Red Devils scrape past Viktoria PlzenAnother sad fan added: “I wouldn’t be devastated if Rashford left.”Reports have been circulating that Man United would be willing to cash in on Rashford in January.The Daily Mail have reported that the club would accept a bid worth £40million to allow him to leave.The potential sale of Rashford would boost the club’s PSR position as he is an academy profit and would count as 100 per cent profit.An influx of cash would also boost Amorim’s fund to invest in new players to strengthen the squad for the second half of the season.However, finding a buyer could be difficult, with Rashford earning up to £325,000-per-week.His deal runs until 2028, having been signed only in July 2023.Man Utd ratings vs Plzen as Hojlund and Amad spare Onana’s blushes are horror showANDRE ONANA had his blushes spared by Rasmus Hojlund as Manchester United fought back to win against Viktoria Plzen.Here’s how SunSport’s Henry Tomlinson rated the Red Devils stars…Andre Onana – 4It was a very shaky start to the game in which Onana hurt Casemiro and failed to deal with the host’s crosses convincingly.He made a massive error that led to Plzen taking the lead with his poor pass, leaving his defenders with no chance of bailing him out.Diogo Dalot – 6Dalot made some decent runs forward to join in with the attacks.Defensively was fairly solid and was not often caught out.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Playing a bit more central, Mazraoui used his pace well to help out at the back.Matthijs de Ligt – 6He was sold short by Onana’s pass that led to the opener but otherwise was fine during the 90 minutes.Lisandro Martinez – 6Made himself available when Man United got forward but struggled with the physicality of the Plzen attackers.Tyrell Malacia – 6He offered very little going forward in the wing-back role as he struggled to combine with Marcus Rashford.Casemiro – 6He moved the ball forward when he could and recovered from an early blow from Onana.Bruno Fernandes – 7He was lucky to have escaped an early yellow card. Stung the goalkeeper’s gloves in the first half with a good effort.His quick thinking set up Rasmus Hojlund to fire in a late winner.Amad Diallo – 8Diallo was a rare bright spark in Man United’s attack against Plzen.It was his run that led to the equaliser, and he used his pace and skill to get past his defender.Marcus Rashford – 4Rashford was often loose on the ball and surrendered possession in the attacking third.He received the first booking of the game for a needless foul and was lucky not to be sent off in the second half before being hooked by Ruben Amorim.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Took on the centre-forward role well, held the ball up and linked up play well enough.SubsRasmus Hojlund 55′ – 8Hojlund showed his striker instincts by being in the right position to grab Man United’s equaliser.He then latched onto Fernandes’ clever pass to score the winner.Antony 60′ – 6He was involved in the equaliser by linking up with Diallo.Mason Mount 60′ – 7Made a positive impact after coming on and was unlucky not to score as he was denied twice by the goalkeeper after coming into the action.Alejandro Garnacho 80′ – N/AFailed to make a positive impact on his short spell on the pitch.Manuel Ugarte 80′ – N/AHe slotted into the midfield as he replaced Casemiro late on. More

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      Europa League LIVE RESULTS: Hojlund’s double seals rare United European away win, Tottenham draw with Rangers

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have WON their crunch Europa League clash against Viktoria Plzen!Andre Onana’s howler gifted Vydra with arguably the easiest goal he’ll score all seasonBut Rasmus Hojlund’s double flipped this incredible tie completely on its head.Meanwhile, Dejan Kulusevski’s strike cancelled out Hamza Igamane’s opener which means that Tottenham and Rangers drew at Ibrox.RESULTS: Viktoria Plzen 1-2 Man UtdRangers 1-1 TottenhamFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…Europa League final scoresHoffenheim 0-0 FCSBLudogorets 2-2 AZMalmo 2-2 GalatasarayOlympiakos 0-0 TwentePAOK 5-0 FerencvarosRoma 3-0 BragaUnion Saint-Gilloise 2-1 NiceViktoria Plzen 1-2 Man UtdAjax 1-3 LazioBodo/Glimt 2-1 BesiktasElfsborg 1-0 QarabagMaccabi Tel-Aviv 2-1 Riga FSLyon 3-2 Eintracht FrankfurtPorto 2-0 MidtjyllandRangers 1-1 TottenhamReal Sociedad 3-0 Dynamo KyivSlavia Prague 1-2 AnderlechtCopy linkCopiedForster frustrates old rivalsFraser Forster made a number of saves to deny Rangers victory tonight.Towards the end of the game he made a superb block to prevent Dessers giving the hosts all three points.He certainly kept his side in this one and earned them a point in Glasgow, despite the reception he received all game from the home fans.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSpurs leave it late in GlasgowAnge Postecoglou will feel his side got away with one tonight.They only really played for the last twenty minutes and came close to taking all three points.It would have been harsh on Rangers who definitely deserved something from this game.Copy linkCopiedFT: Rangers 1-1 TottenhamIt was a blockbuster European game in Glasgow tonight.The first-half failed to deliver us many clear-cut chances but those that were created fell to the hosts.After taking the lead, Spurs seemed on the ropes for a period but Clement’s side could not find that second goal.Postecoglou’s changes worked as Kulusevski and Solanke combined for the visitors’ equaliser.After that, both sides could have won this and taken all three points.This game deserved its ‘Battle of Britain’ tagline.Copy linkCopiedFT: Rangers 1-1 TottenhamThe referee brings the game to a close.What a brilliant game that was between these two teams.Nothing to separate them in the end.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Tom Barclay at IbroxANGE POSTECOGLOU was looking decked on his Glasgow return – and then up stepped Decky.Dejan ‘Decky’ Kulusevski, to be specific, who came off the bench to rescue his boss with a late leveller that chalked off Hamza Igamane’s opener.But ex-Celtic chief Postecoglou survived the Ibrox bear pit thanks to another old Bhoy in Fraser Forster, who pulled off a stunning late stop to deny Cyriel Dessers.Defeat would have plunged Postecoglou’s injury-hit Spurs further into crisis.And while they were by no means convincing here, the main thing is they came away unbeaten and with something to build on.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham90. We are into the dying stages of this game now.Maddison has the ball in the box and is trying to create a shooting chance.He dinks it into Solanke, just six yards out.His header is straight at Butland, who makes the save.We are going to have three added minutes.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham88. Bergvall commits another foul in the corner.The referee awards the free kick and runs over contemplating a card.As he sees the culprit is a player who has already been booked, he thinks again.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham86. The hosts seem to have a second wind now.Fraser crosses the ball and Dessers slots home.Ibrox erupts but then the flag is immediately raised for offside.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham84. However this game finishes, this has been very enojyable.We have missed these clashes between British teams.There have been some European classics over the years.Dessers has an amazing chance to win it as he skips past two defenders but Forster makes a world-class save to deny him.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham82. Brilliant challenge from Tavernier to save his side.Tottenham worked it into Solanke on the volley and he pulls the trigger first-time.If the Rangers defender had not blocked that, it would certainly be two-one now.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham80. Dessers and Fraser come on, with the chance to make a name for themselves in this game.They replace Igamane and Yilmaz for the hosts.Spurs win a corner but as the ball comes in, the referee awards a free kick to Rangers.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham78. Well, Rangers may have paid the price for being caught between whether to stick or twist after their goal.Had they gone for the jugular, that second goal could have been the cushion they needed to see this one out.This does not feel like a game that is going to end in a draw, as to who will win it, only time will tell.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-1 Tottenham76. He has been Spurs’ best player this season so far.Kulusevski plays the ball into Solanke in the box, who then returns the favour.The Danish winger slots the ball back in the direction of where it came from to beat Butland in the Rangers’ goal.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Dejan Kulusevski (Tottenham)Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham 74. This could be a crucial sixteen minutes in the season of Spurs.While this result does not decide anything, it could be damaging for Postecoglou’s side going into a busy festive schedule.All this scoreline is making people wonder at the moment is, how many would Rangers stick on Man City at The Etihad given this potential result.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham72. Jefte gets into some trouble down the left flank.As it looks like Spurs are going to counter, Propper comes across and gets an important challenge in.Bergvall follows through after palying the ball and is penalised, showed a yellow card for his troubles also.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham70. Rangers have brought on Barron and Sterling.They replace Bajrami and Cerny.Some fresh legs to try and take the hosts through to the final whistle.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham68. Rangers are holding firm at Ibrox.Tottenham are starting to ask more questions now. Porro had a sight of goal but Butland saved well.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham66. This has been a great watch this evening, currently, if you are anyone but a Spurs or Celtic fan.Tottenham have brought Kulusevski, Solanke, Bergvall and Sarr on.They replaced Bissouma, Bentancur, Werner and Johnson.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham64. The ball is played into Raskin and he looks to turn away from goal.Maddison steals it and the Rangers man brings him down.He is demanding a penalty but the referee gives a free kick outside the box.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham62. This will be the big test now for the hosts.With so much time remaining there are going to be periods where Spurs put them under intense pressure.It is how they cope with that which will decide this game.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham60. Tottenham whip in a corner and Butland punches it clear.It drops to Bergvall on the edge of the box but he drags his shot well wide of the target.Postecoglou does not look a happy man on the sideline.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham58. Spurs play a ball over the top and Johnson chases it down.Butland comes racing out of his goal and Jefte almost heads it past him.Fortunately for the Rangers’ fans, he adjusts well to gather.Copy linkCopiedRangers 1-0 Tottenham56. Rangers are growing in confidence now.They are stretching the visitors all of the time, Cerny is in acres of space as Udogie goes wandering once again.Clement’s side work a corner well and almost get themselves a second goal but Forster gathers.Moments later, Diomande shoots from distances but it deflects narrowly wide of the far post.Copy linkCopied More

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      Rangers 1 Tottenham 1: Super-sub Kulusevski saves Spurs as Postecoglou leaves Ibrox with crucial Europa League point

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU was looking decked on his Glasgow return – and then up stepped Decky.Dejan ‘Decky’ Kulusevski, to be specific, who came off the bench to rescue his boss with a late leveller that chalked off Hamza Igamane’s opener.Hamza Igmane netted the go-ahead goal for RangersCredit: Willie VassHamza Igmane fired past former Celtic stopper Frazer ForsterCredit: ReutersDejan Kulusevski fired Tottenham levelCredit: GettyThe Swede made a positive impact after coming on as a substituteCredit: ReutersBut ex-Celtic chief Postecoglou survived the Ibrox bear pit thanks to another old Bhoy in Fraser Forster, who pulled off a stunning late stop to deny Cyriel Dessers.Defeat would have plunged Postecoglou’s injury-hit Spurs further into crisis.And while they were by no means convincing here, the main thing is they came away unbeaten and with something to build on.Postecoglou claimed on Wednesday that the injury crisis crippling his squad is the worst he has ever faced “by a fair stretch”.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMicky van de Ven and Cristian Romero joining Ben Davies on the treatment table – along with Guglielmo Vicario, Wilson Odobert, Mikey Moore and Richarlison – left him perilously short at centre-back.It meant 18-year-old Archie Gray, a boyhood Celtic fan due to his family’s love of the Bhoys, started in the middle of defence alongside last-man-standing Radu Dragusin.The great-nephew of Scotland legend Eddie Gray is a defensive midfielder by trade.But he has been largely used at full-back by Postecoglou and here was drafted into the middle.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGray’s Celtic allegiances did not appear to be widely known among the Gers fans, judging by his reception.But Fraser Forster’s certainly were and he was roundly booed throughout.Man Utd team-mates in furious on-pitch argument at final whistle after Red Devils scrape past Viktoria PlzenForster, in for the injured Guglielmo Vicario, had his best years at Celtic Park, including a magnificent performance to help beat Lionel Messi’s Barcelona in 2012.The 36-year-old has deputised well during Vicario’s absence and made another smart stop early doors here to tip over Nedim Bajrami’s effort.But while Forster looked sharp, his out-field team-mates seemed sluggish.Twice Gray attempted to dribble up field and play a ball round the corner, only to surrender possession with a poor pass.Pedro Porro was equally guilty of giving the ball away, sparking a Gers’ attack with one such lazy delivery which ended with Mohamed Diomande blasting well over.While the less said about Timo Werner’s attempt to trap Fraser Forster’s pinpoint long ball the better.Postecoglou had opted to play his out-of-form captain Son Heung-min through the middle and leave £65million striker Dominic Solanke on the bench,But luckless Son struggled to impose himself on the Philippe Clement’s backline, which lost centre-back John Souttar to injury ten minutes before the interval.This was a throwback game for former England stoppers, with Jack Butland in nets for the hosts and Forster for Spurs.Butland’s kicking out from the back looked suspect but he made a brilliant stop to deny Brennan Johnson from close range, even if the offside flag would have bailed the ex-Stoke keeper out anyway.Spurs were poor but Rangers looked toothless, even if Forster did pull off another decent stop to keep out Vaclav Cerny’s drive just before the break.Postecoglou had a point about his lengthy absentee list but it was not as if the side he put out here was lacking in quality.But the volume of games recently and the inability to rotate had left them looking tired.One player who looked bereft of confidence – and quality, in honesty – was Werner.So it was no surprise to see him hooked at the break with player of the season Kulusevski sent on to breathe some life into Postecoglou’s sleepy side.Yet they failed to wake up in time to stop Igamane coolly slotting home James Tavernier’s delivery two minutes into the second half.That sent Ibrox potty – with a number of the diehard fans literally bouncing behind Forster’s goal.It could have been worse ten minutes later too were it not for Diomande’s low effort deflecting the wrong side of the post.In between, Brennan Johnson had a golden chance to level but steered a cutback wide, much to Postecoglou’s frustration on the sidelines.That proved to be Johnson’s last meaningful action as on the hour as he was hooked as part of a triple sub that saw Dominic Solanke, Pape Sarr and 18-year-old Lucas Bergvall sent on.Spurs looked to be heading for a first defeat for an English team to a Scottish side in 18 years.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut then when Solanke sent a ball across the box which James Maddison shielded, there was Kulusevski to fire home a leveller.It got Postecoglou out of jail – even if his struggling side were anything but convincing on the ground of his auld enemy. More

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      Man Utd team-mates in furious on-pitch argument at final whistle after Plzen win… but Amorim says it’s ‘perfect’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED stars Rasmus Hojlund and Amad Diallo were involved in a furious row after full-time in Plzen.But new Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim hailed the public bust-up as a “very good sign”.Manchester United aces Rasmus Hojlund and Amad Diallo had a row at full-timeThe incident took place while Europa League cameras were still onThe warring United pair confronted each other at the final whistle of their comeback Europa League victory.Substitute Hojlund, 21, was United’s game-winning hero but was left raging as he accused Amad of wrecking his chance at a first club hat-trick by refusing to pass to him when in front of goal deep into injury time.While Amad was also angry that Hojlund did something similar moments before.But United boss Amorim said: “It’s a positive thing, a healthy thing, perfect. In this moment, we need to feel something, if we need to fight each other it’s like a family, for me it’s a very, very good sign.Read More on Man Utd“When you don’t care, you do nothing, when you care, you fight with your brother, with your father, with your mother.“It’s a normal thing, so I leave it to the players and captain to calm things down.“If it’s too much I will go inside the dressing room. But it’s their space, they have to talk, to fight — it’s very important.“I am happy we win the game and still fight each other, that is a very good thing.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“When you win and you fight with your team-mate because you want to score one more. It’s a very good day for us.”Matej Vydra’s goal on 48 minutes fired Viktoria Plzen 1-0 up after an error by keeper Andre Onana, when his pass to Matthijs de Ligt was intercepted.Amad runs the show again but Rashford is lucky to stay on the pitch and Onana has night to forgetThe row may have erupted after Amad failed to pass to Hojlund, who was on a hat trickMan Utd ace Hojlund appeared frustrated during the matchMan Utd boss Ruben Amorim praised the incident and described it as ‘perfect’But captain Bruno Fernandes said: “He knows he made a mistake because he is a clever guy, he is going to help us many times and we trust his qualities on the ball.“Mistakes are part of football. If they don’t happen then goals don’t happen.“But we did well to show the resilience to come back and find the victory.“We want to play from the back and everyone knows that, then we have to make the right decision on the pitch.It’s a positive thing, a healthy thing, perfect. In this moment, we need to feel something, if we need to fight each other it’s like a family, for me it’s a very, very good sign.Ruben Amorim“Andre thought that Matta could get on the ball but he missed it and they scored a goal.“It is not about Andre making the mistake, we don’t look at individuals when something happens on the wrong side. We have huge belief in him.”Hojlund dug the team out of trouble with goals in the 62nd and 88th minutes — the winner after a clever free-kick from Fernandes found him.Man Utd ratings vs Plzen as Hojlund and Amad spare Onana’s blushes are horror showANDRE ONANA had his blushes spared by Rasmus Hojlund as Manchester United fought back to win against Viktoria Plzen.Here’s how SunSport’s Henry Tomlinson rated the Red Devils stars…Andre Onana – 4It was a very shaky start to the game in which Onana hurt Casemiro and failed to deal with the host’s crosses convincingly.He made a massive error that led to Plzen taking the lead with his poor pass, leaving his defenders with no chance of bailing him out.Diogo Dalot – 6Dalot made some decent runs forward to join in with the attacks.Defensively was fairly solid and was not often caught out.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Playing a bit more central, Mazraoui used his pace well to help out at the back.Matthijs de Ligt – 6He was sold short by Onana’s pass that led to the opener but otherwise was fine during the 90 minutes.Lisandro Martinez – 6Made himself available when Man United got forward but struggled with the physicality of the Plzen attackers.Tyrell Malacia – 6He offered very little going forward in the wing-back role as he struggled to combine with Marcus Rashford.Casemiro – 6He moved the ball forward when he could and recovered from an early blow from Onana.Bruno Fernandes – 7He was lucky to have escaped an early yellow card. Stung the goalkeeper’s gloves in the first half with a good effort.His quick thinking set up Rasmus Hojlund to fire in a late winner.Amad Diallo – 8Diallo was a rare bright spark in Man United’s attack against Plzen.It was his run that led to the equaliser, and he used his pace and skill to get past his defender.Marcus Rashford – 4Rashford was often loose on the ball and surrendered possession in the attacking third.He received the first booking of the game for a needless foul and was lucky not to be sent off in the second half before being hooked by Ruben Amorim.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Took on the centre-forward role well, held the ball up and linked up play well enough.SubsRasmus Hojlund 55′ – 8Hojlund showed his striker instincts by being in the right position to grab Man United’s equaliser.He then latched onto Fernandes’ clever pass to score the winner.Antony 60′ – 6He was involved in the equaliser by linking up with Diallo.Mason Mount 60′ – 7Made a positive impact after coming on and was unlucky not to score as he was denied twice by the goalkeeper after coming into the action.Alejandro Garnacho 80′ – N/AFailed to make a positive impact on his short spell on the pitch.Manuel Ugarte 80′ – N/AHe slotted into the midfield as he replaced Casemiro late on.The striker said: “I have watched Bruno do that before. I remember a goal with Anthony Martial when he did the chip for him.“I thought I had a good opportunity because I am strong, I could push the defender, spin him and finish.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We didn’t play too direct in the first half. We needed to play over them and behind them more because there was space to run into. Especially with the boggy pitch, if we won the second balls, you can play from there.”Asked about progress under Amorim, Hojlund added: “It’s early days. I know it sounds odd but we don’t get enough time on the training ground, so we have to train during the matches. But it’s getting better and better.” More