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      Man Utd fans welcome ‘fabulous news’ as four key stars return to training ahead of huge Sevilla clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are buzzing to see four key players back in training ahead of the Sevilla clash.Erik ten Hag’s side travel to Spain on Thursday for the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie.
      Marcus Rashford is back in training after missing recent matchesCredit: Getty
      Marcel Sabitzer, right, is a doubt after pulling up injured in the warm-up against ForestCredit: Getty
      Manchester United hope to have Luke Shaw available for selectionCredit: Reuters
      Casemiro could be key to United progressing to the semi-finalCredit: Reuters
      United have been badly hit by injuries in recent weeks but there was good news for fans after their latest training session.
      That is because key dangerman Marcus Rashford was back in action, having missed the last two games.
      However the England international is expected to be unavailable for Sevilla as he continues his recovery from a groin injury.
      Luke Shaw has also been absent from recent games due to a hamstring problem, but is in contention to start.
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      Ten Hag is also waiting on Marcel Sabitzer to pass a late fitness test after he pulled up with an injury during the warm-up at Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
      Sabitzer featured in training alongside Tyrell Malacia, another who missed out at the City Ground.
      United will also be without long-term absentees Alejandro Garnacho, Donny van de Beek, Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane – the latter pair both getting injured in the first leg at Old Trafford.
      However that has not dampened spirits with fans delighted to see Rashford and Co nearing fitness, especially with an FA Cup semi-final against Brighton coming up on Sunday.
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      One said: “Fabulous news!”
      Another added: “Very happy about this news.!
      A third said: “Look who’s back 👀”
      And another remarked: “This has made my day wow 🥹” More

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      Fans banned from crunch European clash over ‘threats to national security’ as club reveal they’re ‘furious’ at decision

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      FC BASEL have issued a furious statement after their fans were BANNED from attending their Europa Conference League clash at Nice on Thursday.The sides drew 2-2 in last week’s first leg in Switzerland, with fans well behaved and travelling Nice supporters experiencing little trouble.
      FC Basel drew 2-2 with OGC Nice in last week’s first legCredit: AFP
      After a series of meetings with authorities described as “unstructured” by Basel, the decision has been made to prohibit away fans from attending tomorrow night’s game.
      The reason has been described as a “national security issue” – with strikes planned for tomorrow in Nice.
      On this particular reasoning, Basel wrote in an official club statement: “The fact that France is regularly affected by strikes is nothing new; it was already a fact on the day of the draw and cannot be FC Basel’s problem.
      “In various past (international) games, this fact has not led to the exclusion of guest fans. The city of Basel and FCB welcomed the fans from Nice with open arms, enabling the French team to support their fans at the Joggeli.
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      “We are also demanding the same rights from the French authorities and the OGC Nice for tomorrow, Thursday – and thus the immediate lifting of the ban on FCB fans in Nice!
      “In its charter, FC Basel 1893 condemns the blanket criminalisation of football fans – but that is exactly what the French authorities are doing in this case.
      “Our charter also states that FCB conducts an open dialogue with authorities, associations, clubs and fans. In the present case, this dialogue did not exist from the start.”
      Basel also revealed that the match has been categorised as a “high-risk fixture” – despite the two teams having no rivalry.
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      They added: “FC Basel 1893 is furious and extremely disappointed with the unacceptable course of action and the decision by the French authorities not to allow FCB fans into the second leg of the quarter-finals in Nice.
      “After the first large, very unstructured telephone conference among all those involved on Maundy Thursday, the southern French prefecture sent FC Basel a list of strict conditions under which the Basel fans may travel to the away game in Nice. FCB communicated this information accordingly and started ticket sales.
      “The day after this communication, the Conference League first leg between FCB and OGC Nice was played in Basel – the Nice fans were warmly welcomed both in the city and in the stadium without incident and it remained relatively peaceful.
      ‘UNACCEPTABLE IGNORANCE AND ARROGANCE’
      “Another day later, on April 14, 2023, a large video conference took place in which the Nice authorities, Uefa, representatives of OGC Nice and FCB, including fan work, took part.
      “In this exchange, the representatives of FC Basel met with unacceptable ignorance and arrogance on the part of the authorities.”
      Basel have contacted lawyers as they explore “legal remedies” to the issue.
      They have also consulted Football Supporters Europe – a respected organisation that campaigns for the rights of fans.
      Basel have also confirmed that if their fans remain barred from the game, they will offer “the best possible support in clarifying claims for reimbursement of travel expenses”. More

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      Why isn’t Bruno Fernandes playing for Man Utd against Sevilla?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be without star man Bruno Fernandes for their Europa League quarter-final second leg clash with Sevilla.The Red Devils surrendered a two-goal lead in the first leg after two late own-goals from Tyrell Malacia and Harry Maguire.
      Harry Maguire of Manchester United dejected after scoring an own-goal to put Sevilla on level termsCredit: ALAMY
      They now travel to the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan in need of an away win against the 6-time Europa League champions.
      A tasty semi-final tie against Italian giants Juventus or Portuguese side Sporting Lisbon awaits.
      Why isn’t Bruno Fernandes playing for Man United against Sevilla?
      Eric ten Hag will have to overcome Sevilla on their own patch without the help of instrumental playmaker Bruno Fernandes.
      The Portuguese international will be unavailable after picking up three yellow cards in the Europa League this campaign.
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      His final booking was picked up for a very harsh handball decision in the first leg at Old Trafford last week.
      Fernandes was unplayable in United’s 2-0 win away at Nottingham Forest on the weekend.
      There is no doubt the Red Devils will miss his creative ability in the final third at Sevilla.
      Who could replace Bruno Fernandes?
      If fit, Marcel Sabitzer could fill the shoes of the 28-year-old for the huge European clash in Spain.
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      He flourished in the more advanced midfield role in the first leg, scoring a brace on the night.
      The Austrian was due to start against Nottingham Forest on Sunday but was pulled out of the warm-up at the City Ground as a precution.
      Should Sabitzer not be fit for the second leg, Ten Hag could deploy Christian Eriksen in the more advanced role and have Fred join Casemiro as the holding midfield pair.
      When is Sevilla vs Man United?

      Sevilla vs Man United will take place on Thursday, April 20.
      Kick off will be at 8pm UK time.
      The Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium will play host. More

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      Sevilla vs Man Utd: Ten Hag’s side travel to Spain in HUGE Europa League quarter-final second leg clash – TV, stream

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are currently level on aggregate with Spanish side Sevilla after their Europa League quarter-final first leg at Old Trafford.The Red Devils were cruising and 2-0 up at half-time thanks to a stunning Marcel Sabitzer brace.
      Marcel Sabitzer of Manchester United celebrates his first goal against Sevilla in the Europa League quarter-final first leg at Old Trafford.Credit: GETTY
      Harry Maguire of Manchester United dejected after his own-goal against Sevilla.Credit: ALAMY
      However, the mood soon changed at Old Trafford after two late own-goals from Tyrell Malacia and captain Harry Maguire gave Sevilla a European lifeline.
      United will have to overcome the six-time Europa League champions on their own patch to progress to the semi-finals.
      Should the Red Devils go through, they will face either Italian giants Juventus or Portuguese outfit Sporting.
      When is Sevilla vs Man United?

      Sevilla vs Man United will take place on Thursday, April 20.
      Kick off will be at 8pm UK time.
      The Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium will play host.

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      What TV channel is Sevilla vs Man United on?

      Sevilla vs Man United will be broadcast live on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport Ultimate.
      Coverage will start at 7pm UK time.
      Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog to keep up to date with all the action.

      Can Sevilla vs Man United be live streamed?

      BT Sport subscribers can live stream all the action via the BT Sport app.
      The BT Sport app can be downloaded for free onto your mobile or tablet device.
      BT Sport subscribers can also watch Sevilla vs Man United via their online website.

      Team news
      Sevilla:
      Argentinan right-back Gonzalo Montiel is suspended for Sevilla after receiving three yellow cards from Matchday 1 up to the quarter-final first leg.
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      Left-back Alex Telles will remain unavailable as he is currently on loan from Man United.
      Man United:
      Eric ten Hag will be without star man Bruno Fernandes as he has also picked up three bookings, suspending him for the second leg in Sevilla.
      The Red Devils will be hoping top scorer Marcus Rashford will return to the side after missing the last two matches with a groin injury.
      Luke Shaw could also recover in time for the Europa League quarter-final second leg in Spain following his period on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.
      United’s star of the first leg Marcel Sabitzer is also a doubt after he was pulled out of the starting eleven for the Nottingham Forest game on the weekend due to an injury in the warm-up.
      Ten Hag will also be without long-term absentees Alejandro Garnacho, Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane and Donny van de Beek.
      Odds
      Match result:

      Sevilla – 5/2
      Draw – 12/5
      Man United – 21/20

      To qualify
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      Sevilla – 5/4
      Man United – 4/7

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      Fans hail Man Utd supporter as picture of food in stands goes viral

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      FOOTBALL supporters have praised a Manchester United fan after he was spotted eating his dinner in the stands at Old Trafford.The image of a supporter enjoying his meal on a plate during what is understood to have been the Red Devils’ Europa League clash with Sevilla went viral on social media.

      He appeared to be eating some chicken and chips, with a couple of pots of additional grub thrown in for good measure.
      And those online showed their appreciation for the fan’s antics.
      One said: “Incredible effort — this behaviour must be applauded.👏🏽”
      Another jovially joked: “Good effort that. Managed to keep that plate in tact all the way from London.”
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      A third replied: “More to the point how has he managed to get that in a stadium when we’re not even allowed bottle caps? 🤣”
      And a fourth responded: “Chicken dippers and mum’s homemade chips. F*****g love to see it 💥.”
      While the Man Utd fan was supposedly tucking into his food, Erik ten Hag’s side raced into a two-goal lead after 21 minutes in their Europa League quarter-final first leg against Sevilla.
      But things began to unravel for the Premier League giants at half-time when Raphael Varane was removed due to an injury.
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      Tyrell Malacia then turned into his own goal with six minutes remaining as the visitors reduced the deficit.
      And Ten Hag lost his other centre-back moments later when Lisandro Martinez went down unchallenged with a metatarsal problem that has subsequently seen him ruled out for the rest of the season.
      But as Man Utd had made their five changes, they were forced to play the end of the game with 10 men.
      And Sevilla’s pressure told in stoppage-time when Youssef En-Nesyri’s header cannoned off Harry Maguire and into the back of the net.
      Man Utd will now need to beat Sevilla in Spain next week to secure a spot in the Europa League semi-finals. More

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      Rival fans beg Man Utd to give Weghorst lifetime contract after awful gaffe during Sevilla draw

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      FANS of Manchester United’s Prem rivals want Wout Weghorst to ink a “lifetime contract” following his underwhelming display against Sevilla.The Dutchman – who is on loan from Burnley – came on as a sub in the first leg of United’s Europa League quarter-final tie with Sevilla on Thursday.
      Wout Weghorst had a game to forget in Manchester United’s Europa League clash with SevillaCredit: PA
      Weghorst blew the chance to set up Anthony Elanga to make it 3-0 before Sevilla’s comeback
      Weghorst was mocked by footy fans after the gaffeCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      Weghorst’s woes in front of goal continued as he failed to find the back of the net in the 2-2 draw at the Theatre of Dreams.
      The Netherlands international’s decision-making was also in question when he failed to square the ball to Anthony Elanga to make it 3-0 and kill off the game.
      And footy fans couldn’t help but lambast the striker, with one Chelsea supporter saying: “I love Weghorst.”
      Another sarcastically said: “Weghorst is such a good player. I think he should be given a chance.”
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      And another footy fan said: “Only win in this man’s career is that brace vs Argentina I think.”
      A Cristiano Ronaldo fan remarked: “And [Erik] Ten Hag called him as Ronaldo’s replacement .”
      Another chimed in: “Would love him to sign a lifetime contract with Man Utd what a player he is.”
      United legend Paul Scholes also tore into Weghorst, saying: “I think he should turn and shoot.
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      “When you look back at who’s on the edge of the box, [Tyrell] Malacia, I don’t think he’s somebody you think is going to score.
      “I think a proper centre-forward, a centre-forward with real quality [shoots].
      “If that’s a Martial, he’s either back-heeling it and trying to score or he turns quickly and gets his shot off quickly and scores.
      “He’s five or six yards out!”
      Weghorst and his United team-mates will be back in action on Sunday afternoon, travelling to the City Ground to take on relegation battlers Nottingham Forest. More

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      Man Utd fans spot Casemiro’s ‘Roy Keane-like’ reaction to David De Gea’s antics just before kick-off against Sevilla

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      CASEMIRO was left unimpressed with David De Gea’s pre-game antics and left fans in hysterics with his reaction. Man United’s players were lining up in the Old Trafford tunnel alongside Sevilla ahead of their Europa League clash.
      This was Casemiro’s reaction to De Gea’s pre game hugs
      The dramatic game ended 2-2 after an unexpected and unlucky collapse from the Red Devils.
      But fans have been drawn to incident before the game as Casemiro stood at the head of tunnel alongside De Gea.
      The Brazilian midfielder watched as the goalkeeper hugged opposition keeper Yassine Bounou before also embracing ex-Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic.
      Casemiro’s stunned face has been compared to Roy Keane, the famously hard-to-please pundit and United legend.
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      The 31-year-old’s disapproving grimace at De Gea’s pre-game show of affection gave fans plenty to laugh about despite the disappointing result that followed.
      One fan said: “[Roy] Keane must be so proud of Cassa right now.”
      Another added: “Casemiro’s face is just fantastic.”
      One other United fan said: “He’s given up on him lmao.”
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      While another fan said: “Gotta love this guy.”
      It was not Casemiro but his midfield partner Marcel Sabitzer who looked to steal headlines with a brilliant first-half brace as United tore apart their Spanish opponents.
      But a bizarre match saw Man United miss several opportunities to put the game to bed while also losing first-choice centre backs Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez to injury.
      Erik ten Hag’s side then conceded two late own goals with Bruno Fernandes also picking up a controversial booking that will see him miss the second leg next week. More

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      Erik ten Hag hits back at Man Utd critics telling them ‘you’re looking a cow in the ass’ after Sevilla draw

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      ERIK TEN HAG has has mooed back at critics claiming ‘you’re looking a cow in the ass’.The phrase in Holland refers to people using the benefit of hindsight to criticise.
      Erik ten Hag hit back at his critics following the 2-2 draw with SevillaCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Bruno Fernandes and Antony were both subbed off on yellow cardsCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      The Manchester United boss substituted both Bruno Fernandes and Antony on Thursday night saying the referee had warned him they were in danger of getting a second yellow card and being sent off.
      Both were playing well and United then crumbled drawing their Europa League quarter-final first leg with Sevilla 2-2 as they conceded two late goals.
      Ten Hag said: “Bruno was throwing a ball away, so the next time he is off.
      “With Antony, everything is going our way we are 2-0 up, we’re playing a good game, so don’t go into individual battles with your opponents, it’s not necessary, you’re heating up the opponent and the risk to get sent off. I don’t want to take the risk.
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      “So afterwards we call it where I’m coming from, you’re looking a cow in the ass. Yeah, a cow in the ass.
      “So we call it in my region from the Netherlands, that is easy. But if he gets sent off you tell me, ‘Why don’t you get him off? Why did you go for the risk?'”
      Ten Hag had made four unforced second-half subs in all adding to Harry Maguire replacing the injured Raphael Varane at the break.
      So when Lisandro Martinez went down injured in the 86th minute they were left with ten men at 2-1 and conceded a late goal as Maguire headed into his goal.
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      Now the Ten Hag is left with huge problems ahead of three games in eight days starting with the trip to Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
      Then it is off to Seville for the second of their Europa League tie and three days after that it is the FA Cup semi-final against Brighton at Wembley.

      Both Varane and Martinez will definitely miss Sunday’s game as will Marcus Rashford who is set to miss six games in all with his groin injury.
      Add to that the fact that Fernandes is suspended for the game in Seville and likewise Magurie for the Cup semi-final.
      Ten Hag said: “Every game is a battle, every game is a fight and you have to be ready for that fight.
      “We have a squad – we have more than 11 starters – so now others are on and when their time is there you have to show and contribute to the team, you have to be ready. That is what we expect and what we demand.”
      And Ten Hag said there can be no excuses from players who are brought in from the cold to fill the gaps left by injury and suspensions if they don’t perform.
      He said: “If you want to find excuses you have to look for another club. When the moment is there you have to contribute and that is what we demand.” More