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      Why are Inter wearing black armbands in the Champions League final?

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      INTER take on Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the Champions League TONIGHT.Simone Inzaghi’s side will be looking to lift the famous trophy aloft for the first time since 2010.Inter Milan take on PSG in the Champions League final tonightCredit: Spada/LaPresse via APThey beat one of the tournament favourites, Barcelona, in a thrilling 7-6 clash, that needed extra-time at the San Siro.They also KO’d Bayern in the quarters.PSG knocked out Liverpool, Aston Villa and Arsenal on their way to Munich. Inter will be looking to add a fourth Champions League to their impressive trophy collection, almost 61 years since their first triumph in 1964.Read more Champions LeagueThe side will have a little extra on their kit tonight, wearing black armbands for the HUGE Champions League final, and SunSport can share why.Champions League final 24-25 LIVEWhy are Inter wearing black armbands in the Champions League final?Inter will be wearing black armbands to pay tribute to their former president, Ernesto Pellegrini, who died ahead of the Champions League final.A statement from Inter on X read: “President Ernesto Pellegrini has left us. “For eleven years he led Inter with wisdom, honor and determination, leaving an indelible mark on the history of our ClubMost read in Champions League”FC Internazionale Milano and all the Nerazzurri people rally around his family.”The Milan native owned the Serie A side from 1984 to 1995, overseeing a record-breaking Scudetto, the Supercoppa Italiana and two Uefa Cup titles.Inter Milan will wear black armbands in tribute to former owner Ernesto Pellegrini, who passed away just hours before the finalCredit: GettyWhat TV channel will the Champions League final 2025 be on and can it be live streamed? More

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      Is the Champions League final 2025 free to watch on YouTube?

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      THE Champions League final will take place in Munich TONIGHT!PSG and Inter will go head-to-head for the ultimate prize in club football.The Champions League final will be hosted in MunichCredit: ReutersLuis Enrique and his young side are looking to claim the iconic Champions League trophy for the first time in the Parisians’ history.While Inter are out to win the elite European competition for a fourth time as they head into the final looking to go one better than in 2023, when they lost 1-0 to Manchester City in Istanbul.SunSport brings you all the information on how you can watch this year’s blockbuster Champions League final and if it’s available on YouTube.Champions League final 24-25 LIVEIs the Champions League final 2025 free to watch on YouTube?Previously, the Champions League final was available to watch for free on BT Sport’s official YouTube channel.READ MORE IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUEBut since the broadcaster rebranded to TNT Sports in July 2023, the showpiece match has been aired for free on a different platform.Last year’s clash between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund marked the first time the Champions League final was streamed on discovery+ instead of YouTube.TNT Sports opted to shift coverage to discovery+ to encourage more fans to sign up to the platform.This year’s Champions League final between PSG and Inter will once again be available to watch for free on the discovery+ app/website.Most read in Champions LeagueYou must make an account to access the stream, but you do not need to purchase a TNT subscription.The broadcaster also made the Europa League final and the Conference League final free to watch on discovery+. More

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      Why has the Allianz Arena been renamed for the Champions League final?

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      INTER take on Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena TONIGHT!PSG are looking to capture the Champions League for the first time in their history.Inter Milan will look to win the Champions League for the fourth time in their historyCredit: Spada/LaPresse via APPSG will be looking to win the Champions League for the first timeCredit: Loic Baratoux/ZUMA Press WireBayern Munich’s Allianz Arena will go by a different name tonightCredit: Daniela Porcelli / SPPFor Inter, they are aiming for a fourth title in their history, and a first title since their win over Bayern Munich in 2010.History is on PSG’s side, with every final in Munich crowning a new champion, as Nottingham Forest, Marseille, Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea all won the competition for the first time there.However, Munich’s famous Allianz Arena will have a different name tonight, as one Uefa regulation prohibits their current name.SunSport can reveal why the Allianz Arena will have a different name tonight.Read more Champions LeagueChampions League final 24-25 LIVEWhy has the Allianz Arena been renamed for the Champions League final?Bayern Munich’s home ground – the Allianz Arena – will have a temporary new name for the 2025 Champions League final.Their ground will be renamed the ‘Munich Football Arena’ for the HUGE clash between Inter and PSG.This is because of Uefa regulations, which state the home club must provide a “clean stadium” for fixtures.This means there must be no branding or sponsor in the name of the stadium during the Uefa competitions. Most read in Champions LeagueThe regulation has also seen Arsenal have to rename the Emirates whilst in the Champions League.What TV channel will the Champions League final 2025 be on and can it be live streamed? More

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      When is the Super Cup 2025? Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream and teams for thrilling showpiece in Udine

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      EUROPA LEAGUE champions Tottenham are all set to take on the winners of this season’s Champions League final in a scintillating Super Cup clash – and the date has been revealed!Brenan Johnson’s scrappy goal ended Spurs’ 17-year trophy drought at the expense of a woeful Manchester United.Ange Postecoglou led Tottenham to a huge Europa League trophy winCredit: AFPAnd it was a result that has potentially saved Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou from getting sacked as Spurs finished 17th in the Premier League table.Life could get even better for Postecoglou too as his Spurs side have the chance to lift more silverware when they play in the Super Cup.But they’ll have to beat the winners of French champions PSG and Italian icons Inter Milan, who are set to contest in a thrilling Champions League final.When is the Super Cup 2025?The 2025 Super Cup will take place on Wednesday, August 13.It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm BST – 9pm local time.Stadio Fruili in Udine, Italy is the chosen venue for this huge match and it can host approximately 25,132 fans.Real Madrid beat Atalanta 2-0 in the 2024 Super Cup clash.Read more on Super CupWhat TV channel is the Super Cup 2025 on and can it be live streamed?Details of how to watch the Super Cup is yet to be announced.However, it is likely to be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports.Should this be the case, fans will be able to stream the action on discovery+Previous Super Cup winners1973: Ajax 6-1 AC Milan (0-1, 6-0)1975: Dynamo Kyiv 3-0 Bayern München (1-0, 2-0)1976: Anderlecht 5-3 Bayern München (1-2, 4-1)1977: Liverpool 7-1 Hamburg (1-1, 6-0)1978: Anderlecht 4-3 Liverpool (3-1,1-2)1979: Nottingham Forest 2-1 Barcelona (1-0, 1-1)1980: Valencia 2-2 Nottingham Forest (1-2, 1-0 Valencia won on away goals)1982: Aston Villa 3-1 Barcelona (0-1, 3-0aet)1983: Aberdeen 2-0 Hamburg (0-0, 2-0)1984: Juventus 2-0 Liverpool1986: Steaua București 1-0 Dynamo Kyiv1987: Porto 2-0 Ajax (1-0, 1-0)1988: Mechelen 3-1 PSV Eindhoven (3-0, 0-1)1989: AC Milan 2-1 Barcelona (1-1, 1-0)1990: AC Milan 3-1 Sampdoria (1-1, 2-0)1991: Manchester United 1-0 Crvena zvezda1992: Barcelona 3-2 Werder Bremen (1-1, 2-1)1993: Parma 2-1 AC Milan (0-1, 2-0aet)1994: AC Milan 2-0 Arsenal (0-0, 2-0)1995: Ajax 5-1 Zaragoza (1-1, 4-0)1996: Juventus 9-2 Paris Saint-Germain (6-1, 3-1)1997: Barcelona 3-1 Borussia Dortmund (2-0, 1-1)1998: Chelsea 1-0 Real Madrid1999: Lazio 1-0 Manchester United2000: Galatasaray 2-1 Real Madrid (aet, golden goal)2001: Liverpool 3-2 Bayern München2002: Real Madrid 3-1 Feyenoord2003: AC Milan 1-0 Porto2004: Valencia 2-1 Porto2005: Liverpool 3-1 CSKA Moskva (aet)2006: Sevilla 3-0 Barcelona2007: AC Milan 3-1 Sevilla2008: Zenit 2-1 Manchester United2009: Barcelona 1-0 Shakhtar Donetsk (aet)2010: Atlético de Madrid 2-0 Internazionale2011: Barcelona 2-0 Porto2012: Atlético de Madrid 4-1 Chelsea2013: Bayern München 2-2 Chelsea (aet, 5-4 pens)2014: Real Madrid 2-0 Sevilla2015: Barcelona 5-4 Sevilla (aet)2016: Real Madrid 3-2 Sevilla (aet)2017: Real Madrid 2-1 Manchester United2018: Atlético de Madrid 4-2 Real Madrid (aet)2019: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea (aet, 5-4 pens)2020: Bayern München 2-1 Sevilla (aet)2021: Chelsea 1-1 Villarreal (aet, 6-5 pens)2022: Real Madrid 2-0 Eintracht Frankfurt2023: Manchester City 1-1 Sevilla (5-4 pens)2024: Real Madrid 2-0 Atalanta More

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      Why has Mary Earps retired from the England national team?

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      MARY EARPS shocked the footballing world after announcing her retirement from the England national team.Lionesses legend Earps, 32, was the goalkeeper for England’s Euro triumph in 2022 and the World Cup final in 2023, in which she pulled off a stunning penalty save.Mary Earps was England’s Euro-winning goalkeeper in 2022Credit: PAAnd Earps saved a penalty in the World Cup final a year afterCredit: AFPThe former Manchester United ace was crowned a two-time Fifa Women’s Best Goalkeeper, and also BBC Sport Personality of the Year in 2023.But just five weeks before the start of the 2025 Euros, 53-cap star Marps announced her retirement with immediate effect.Why has Mary Earps retired from international football?Mary Earps was in a battle with Chelsea’s Hannah Hampton for the No1 spot in boss Sarina Wiegman’s starting XI for the upcoming Euros in Switzerland.Hampton was picked in England’s last three Nations League matches – against Spain and the double header against Belgium.And according to The Telegraph, Earps quit in a meeting after being told she was now back-up to Hampton.Earps said in her announcement: “I have taken the difficult decision to retire internationally. It has been the greatest honour and privilege of my life, to wear this badge, represent my country and play alongside such an incredible group of players.”I’ve spent a long time making this decision and it’s not one I’ve made lightly.”For me, ultimately this is the right time for me to step aside and give the younger generation an opportunity to thrive.Most read in Football”Winning the Euros in 2022 was the best day of my life, and I’m rooting for the girls to do it again this summer.”While in a cryptic Instagram post, Earps added: “My journey has never been the simplest, and so in true Mary fashion, this isn’t a simple goodbye – right before a major tournament.England stars celebrate historic Euro 2022 victory in dressing room after beating Germany 2-1“Nonetheless, I know this is the right decision.”There are so many dimensions to this decision, the details of which aren’t important right now, but what it boils down to is: it’s now the right moment for me to step aside.“This is a new era and a new England team, and I’m looking forward to watching them this summer. In the end, all you have is all you are – your character.”And I know that whilst this won’t make sense to some who are reading this, you can trust that I would not be doing this unless I thought it was absolutely the right thing to do, as much as it hurts.”Sarina Wiegman was questioned about Earps’ retirementCredit: GettyThe announcement sparked a furious response from Lionesses coach Wiegman.The Dutch coach said: “I had hoped that Mary would play an important role within the squad this summer, so of course I am disappointed.”Mary has been clear on her reasons why she has made the decision and it is something we need to accept.“Mary has made a huge contribution to not only the team, but the whole of English football.Read More on The Sun“We will cherish those memories and of course give Mary the tributes she deserves after the summer.”But for now the focus needs to be on the upcoming Uefa Women’s Nations League fixtures and the Euros.” More

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      Hong Kong vs Man Utd: Start time, TV channel, live stream and team news for post-season friendly

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      MANCHESTER UNITED face Hong Kong just two days after suffering a shock defeat in Malaysia.The Red Devils kicked off their post-season tour with what was expected to be a nailed-on win against ASEAN All-Stars – a side who had only played once in their entire history.Manchester United were humiliated in Malaysia on WednesdayCredit: ReutersBut Myanmar forward Muang Muang Lwin had other ideas as his second-half strike saw United suffer a humiliating defeat on Wednesday afternoon.And although Ruben Amorim eventually rotated his side, the Red Devils manager started with a relatively strong team which will worry the fan base.However, United have the chance to immediately bounce back in their second and final post-season tour match.SunSport has everything Red Devils fans need to know ahead of their clash against Hong Kong.Read more on Man UtdWhen is Hong Kong vs Man Utd?Manchester United take on Hong Kong on Friday, May 30.It is scheduled to get underway at 1pm BST.Hong Kong Stadium is the chosen venue for this post-season friendly and it can host approximately 40,000.United suffered a shock 1-0 defeat in their opening post-season match.What TV channel is Hong Kong vs Man Utd on and can it be live streamed?Hong Kong vs Man Utd will be shown exclusively on MUTV.MUTV is available via Sky TV for £7 a month or £60 for 12 months access.Alternatively, fans can tune into SunSport’s live blog for the enitre action.Who is in the Man Utd squad for their post-season tour?Ruben Amorim has opted to travel with a strong squad for Manchester United’s post-season tour.Goalkeepers: Andre Onana, Altay Bayindir, Tom HeatonMost read in FootballDefenders: Harry Amass, Dan Armer, Diogo Dalot, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Jonny Evans, Tyler Fredricson, Ayden Heaven, Jaydan Kamason, Godwill Kukonki, Harry Maguire, Reece Munro, Luke ShawMidfielders: Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Bruno Fernandes, Tyler Fletcher, Sekou Kone, Kobbie Mainoo, Jack Moorhouse, Mason Mount, Jim Thwaites, Manuel UgarteForwards: Alejandro Garnacho, Amad, Rasmus Hojlund, Shea Lacey, Chido Obi, Joshua Zirkzee More

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      Will Chelsea have a trophy parade after winning the Conference League?

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      CHELSEA made history on Wednesday night after beating Real Betis 4-1 to win the Conference League.The Blues became the first side to win all four of the major Uefa club competitions that have existed.Chelsea added the Conference League title to their stacked trophy cabinet on Wednesday nightCredit: GettyChelsea had to come from behind in the final after Abde Ezzalzouli’s stunning strike gave Betis a shock lead in Poland.Enzo Maresca made three subs before the Blues found the back of the net through skipper Enzo Fernandez.The Argentine’s goal was the catalyst to a superb turnaround as the West Londoners took the lead just five minutes later after Nicolas Jackson’s close-range header.Jadon Sancho gave Chelsea breathing room before Moises Caicedo capped off a 4-1 triumph in injury time as Maresca secured silverware in his first season at Stamford Bridge.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWill Chelsea have a trophy parade after winning the Conference League?Chelsea have no plans for a trophy parade after winning the Conference League.Many of the Blues squad will be preparing for international duty in June, with five stars selected by Thomas Tuchel for England’s upcoming World Cup Qualifiers.Players who haven’t been called up by their countries will get 10 days off.Following the international break, the Club World Cup rolls around, with Chelsea’s first game coming against Club Leon on June 16.Most read in FootballWhat European trophies have Chelsea won?Chelsea have won nine European titles – making them the second most successful English team.The Blues have added the newly-formed Conference League trophy to their cabinet with a 4-1 win over Real Betis on Wednesday night.Chelsea won Europe’s elite competition, the Champions League, twice – in 2012 and in 2021.They also won the Europa League twice – in 2013 and 2019.The now-defunct Cup Winners’ Cup was won in 1971 and 1998.And the UEFA Super Cup in 1998 and 2021.Only Liverpool have won more European titles for an English team with 13. More

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      Champions League 2025 prize money: How much is on the line for Inter and PSG

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      THE Champions League final comes LIVE from the Allianz Arena, Germany – but how much is up for grabs?PSG and Inter Milan are both chasing the grandest prize in Europe, but only one of them can go home with the riches. Ousmane Dembele and PSG will be looking to make it a treble this seasonCredit: Matthieu Mirville/ZUMA Press WireIMAGE OF INTER AFTER FINAL DAY IN SERIE ALuis Enrique’s side saw off Arsenal in the semi-final, having already knocked out Liverpool and Aston Villa in the round of 16 and quarter-final respectively. Simone Inzaghi managed one of the most thrilling ties of all-time against Barcelona, with the Italians knocking out the La Liga winners 7-6 on aggregate. The pair will clash in Germany, with Inter looking for a first title since 2010, and PSG looking for a first ever.Read more FootballSunSport can reveal how much the sides could win in the Champions League final.Champions League 2025 prize moneyInter and PSG are guaranteed to take home at least £15.9m, but the runner-up prize will not appeal to either of them.For winning the competition, either of the pair could walk home with £21.9mWinner: £21.5mRunner-up: £15.9mSemi-finalist: £12.9mQuarter-finalist: £10.7mRound of 16: £9.4mLeague stage qualification: £1.7mLeague stage win: £1.8mLeague stage draw: £590,000Most read in Champions LeagueHow to watch the Champions League 2025 final for FREEThe 2025 Champions League final will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.Last year, the Champions League final was available to live stream for FREE via the discovery+ app/website.It is the same for this year too.SunSport’s live blog will bring you minute-by-minute coverage of the Champions League final. More