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      FA Cup final broadcast feature leaves fans fuming as Wembley blasted by Man Utd and Man City supporters

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      FOOTBALL fans have been left fuming online at the camera angle for the FA Cup final.Those watching on from home have expressed their displeasure at the view they’ve been given on TV.Football fans were furious about the coverage of the FA Cup finalCredit: ReutersFans felt the camera angles were hard to watchCredit: BBCOne angle showed a strange view of the pitchCredit: BBCSome 90,000 fans have packed into Wembley to get the best view they can of the clash between Manchester United and Man City.But it’s those on the sofa at home that have been left wanting with many talking to social media to complain about the angle of the cameras.One wrote: “I hate this Wembley camera angle!”While another added: “Wembley camera angles are awful man.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA third commented: “Why is Wembley camera angle so trash? I hope it’s not the same for the UCL final because this is torture watching the game like this.”And a fourth posted: “What’s up with the camera angle at Wembley? Horrendous stuff.”There is no specific new camera angle on display for the historic Cup final, but rather fans are dismayed at the positioning of the cameras inside Wembley on a whole.The iconic stadium has a number of tiers and coverage can be shown from higher view points or a lower one that brings fans closer to the action.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe broadcast on the BBC and ITV appears to be showing the lower angle, something that gives a less obvious tactical view of proceedings.Despite frustrations from fans at how they were watching the action, there was no complaints about the action itself.All 16 of Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd signings rankedAn enthralling first 45 minutes saw underdogs Man Utd take the lead following a defensive howler from Josko Gvardiol and Stefan Ortega.And things got even more shocking when youngster Kobbie Mainoo doubled the Red Devils’ lead over their neighbours to go in at half-time 2-0 up. More

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      Luke Littler watches FA Cup final at home ‘for my own safety’ as darts star’s Wembley plans suffer late change

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      LUKE LITTLER watched Manchester United’s 2-1 FA Cup final win over Man City at home “for my own safety” after concerns he would be mobbed by fans. The teenage sensation is a major United fan and had previously said he was going to Wembley for Saturday’s clash with Man City.Man Utd fan Luke Littler watched their FA Cup final against Man City from homeCredit: PAThe Prem Darts champ revealed he was not at Wembley moments before kick-offCredit: Instagram lukethenukelittlerLittler was already in the capital this week for the Prem Darts final.He beat Michael Smith and Luke Humphries to win the trophy on his maiden appearance.And United supporter Littler was expected to rock up at Wembley to potentially celebrate a second piece of silverware.However, just moments before kick-off, the 17-year-old revealed he was not at the home of English football for the showpiece event.READ MORE ON LUKE LITTLERInstead, Littler made a late call to watch the game in his gaffe amid fears about being mobbed en route by fans.And the superstar, who met several United stars at Carrington in January, told fans via Instagram Stories that he had made the decision “for his own safety.”Posting a picture of the game on his television, Littler said: “At home watching the game for my own safety today, YANITED.”Littler’s decision came just days after claiming he would be at Wembley in person after watching last year’s final at home too.Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLittler said: “I’ll obviously get stopped for pictures and everything.“I’ll stop for a few but people have got to realise I have got to get on with my day as well.Luke Littler leaves World No1 Humphries speechless with ‘greatest moment ever witnessed’ in Premier League Darts finalLuke Littler went to Man Utd’s training ground earlier this yearCredit: X /ManUtdHe met several stars as he got a tour of CarringtonCredit: Instagram @lukethenukelittler and @manchesterunitedLittler appeared to be a popular figure with the playersCredit: Instagram @lukethenukelittler and @manchesterunitedThe ace was given a hero’s welcomeCredit: Instagram @lukethenukelittler and @manchesterunited“I just want to sit down and hopefully watch United win the trophy.“I’m confident. I watched the final last year at home on the telly but now I have got the opportunity to watch it in person.”After relaxing for the weekend, Littler heads to New York for the US Darts Masters.He will then enjoy a holiday in Orlando, Florida, with his family.Littler added: “I just want to go to the theme parks and have fun. It has been a crazy time. But I don’t reflect on it that much.“I have been twice before to Orlando. Obviously, I went to Wrestlemania — that’s where my walk-out song came from.”Inside Littler’s massive riseLUKE LITTLER has taken the darts world by storm since exploding onto the scene at the PDC World Championship. More

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      Will the FA Cup final go to extra-time or does it go straight to penalties?

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      WEMBLEY will host the Manchester derby in the FA Cup Final TODAY. Manchester City won yet another Premier League title while Manchester United endured a horrid season, finishing 8th – their lowest in the Premier League era.It’s the Manchester derby at Wembley in the FA Cup finalWill FA Cup final go to extra-time or penalties?The FA Cup has seen a few changes over recent seasons.Replays were scrapped in order to put at ease the teams competing under a hectic football schedule.However, extra time has remained.So if the Manchester derby ends in a draw after 90 minutes of action, both sides will remain on the pitch for at least another 30 minutes.Penalties, like usual, will only be needed if the game is still drawn after the full 120 minutes.The last time extra-time and penalties was needed was in 2022 when Liverpool beat Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea after a 0-0 draw.That was the first time the showpiece final had gone to penalties since 2006 – with Liverpool also victorious in that game after a 3-3 draw with West Ham.Most read in Football More

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      Fans say ‘Ten Hag has got his aura back’ amid claims Man City were leaked FAKE Man Utd FA Cup final line-up

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans went into meltdown amid claims their FA Cup final line-up was leaked.But in a twist worthy of a Wembley showpiece the team that was doing the rounds proved to be incorrect.Has Erik ten Hag pulled off an FA Cup final trick?Credit: GettyMarcus Rashford will play from the startCredit: ReutersNow, some fans are even saying the leak was a ploy orchestrated by Erik ten Hag to confuse Manchester City.Team news being revealed ahead of time has been a problem for United this season.So fans were fuming when it was suggested Rasmus Hojlund, who started the last two matches on the bench, would play ahead of Marcus Rashford.It was also claimed that Sofyan Amrabat got the nod over Casemiro.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSUnited influencer Mark Goldbridge claimed to have seen the XI YESTERDAY.He wrote: “Leaking the team the night before is a bit week tbh (to be honest).”Yes players are leaking it but doesn’t mean journalists have to. “Many of us know the leaked one since yesterday lunchtime but understand it’s a cup final ffs.”Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut United’s official team announcement featured Rashford and Amrabat – meaning the leaks were either false or a deliberate red herring.One fan tweeted: “Ten Hag got his Aura back.”Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?Another added: “Did ten hag fake a lineup???”A third posted: “Ten Hag putting out one last pump fake before he goes out.”Casemiro was meant to be on the bench today but was replaced by Willy Kambwala in a dramatic late twist.United face an uphill task this afternoon against the Premier League champions.But it is unlikely that veteran boss Pep Guardiola will be knocked out of stride by a social media line-up.And Ten Hag is expected to lose his job even if he wins this afternoon. More

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      Erik ten Hag breaks silence on axe rumours after club fails to back him before Cup final and insists ‘it’s not about me’

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      ERIK TEN HAG broke his silence as he faced questions on rumours of his imminent sacking. The Manchester United boss is set to be sacked regardless of the outcome in the FA Cup final.Erik ten Hag addressed the rumours of his likely sacking as Manchester United bossCredit: GettyThe Red Devils face rivals Manchester City at Wembley.And quizzed by the BBC how much the strong talk about his possible exit affected the preparation for the crunch clash, Ten Hag was clear.He defiantly said: “[It has] not.”I am focused on the game and the team.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I don’t talk about my future.”It’s not about me, it’s about the team and winning the cup.”The Dutchman heads into the FA Cup final off the back of an eighth-placed finish – United’s lowest position in Premier League history. SunSport revealed he expects to be relieved of his duties at Old Trafford – even if they spring a major surprise against Pep Guardiola’s winning machine. Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTen Hag added: “Two years after each other we’re in the final but this year we want to win. “The mood is very good, strong spirit, strong belief, a tough opponent and we have to give everything we have, sacrifice, suffer but be brave and let them suffer as well.All 16 of Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd signings ranked”We have to be on the front foot and be aggressive. It’s about mentality. “If we have a strong belief and are brave then you have the opportunity. We had the opportunity last year but didn’t take it.”There was a last-minute change to the Manchester United squad after the team news came out at 2pm.Casemiro was initially named among the substitutes but was then withdrawn from the bench with Willy Kambwala brought in.Ten Hag’s five worst defeatsERIK TEN HAG has suffered some heavy defeats during his tenure as Manchester United manager.
      5. Copenhagen 4-3 Man Utd, November 2023
      The damaging defeat saw the Red Devils dumped out of the Champions League.
      4. Man Utd 0-3 Bournemouth, December 2023
      It was the first time the Cherries had ever won at Old Trafford with the players being booed off.
      3. Brentford 4-0 Man Utd, August 2022
      Perhaps a sign of things to come, in Ten Hag’s second Premier League game, his side was dismantled by the Bees.
      2. Crystal Palace 4-0 Man Utd, May 2024
      The heavy defeat to the Eagles saw the Dutchman edge ever closer to the sack.
      1. Liverpool 7-0 Man Utd, March 2023
      Man Utd were embarrassed at the hands of their bitter rivals as they crumbled at Anfield as it was the club’s worst defeat in 92 years.

      Ten Hag explained the Brazilian’s absence: “Casemiro is not 100 per cent and in that space around Phil Foden we need a strong defence.”Earlier on, a bombshell interview in Holland dropped just hours before the Cup final.In it, the Red Devils boss insists he wants to help rebuild the club.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe also criticised pundits and fans who have “no sense of reality” regarding the state of the Old Trafford club.However, the candidates are already being lined up to replace Ten Hag – including former coach and Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna. More

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      Man Utd team CHANGED as key man pulls up with late injury after FA Cup final XI named

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been forced into a late change to their team for the FA Cup final.Casemiro is no longer in the matchday squad after being named on the bench by Erik ten Hag.Casemiro has been forced out of the FA Cup final with a late injuryCredit: GettyThe Brazilian had been named on the bench before being replaced by Willy KambwalaThe midfielder has been forced out due to a “late injury issue” less than an hour before kick-off.Instead, young defender Willy Kambwala has replaced the Brazilian amongst the substitutes.Casemiro had already been dropped from the starting line-up by Ten Hag.After deputising at centre-back due to injuries elsewhere, he made way for the returning Raphael Varane.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Frenchman had been out injured since April with a muscle injury.During that time, Varane, who will leave the club this summer, has missed 11 matches for the Red Devils.Casemiro has made 32 appearances during his second season at Old Trafford, scoring five goals.However, the 32-year-old has come in for criticism for his performances after struggling during his time playing as a defender.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAs well as Varane coming in for Casemiro, Marcus Rashford also comes into the team.The forward replaced Amad Diallo on Ten Hag’s team-sheet after being left out of England’s Euro 2024 squad.How Man Utd can beat Man City in FA Cup finalGareth Southgate opted not to include Rashford in his provisional 33-man squad for this summer’s tournament.United are aiming to avenge their loss to Manchester City in last season’s final.A win for the Red Devils will also secure a spot in the Europa League and avoid missing out on Europe for the first time since 2014. More

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      Man Utd stars head off for FA Cup final with one big-money signing desperate to break his dreaded ‘Curse of Wembley’

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      MASON MOUNT will be desperate to break the dreaded “curse of Wembley” at this afternoon’s FA Cup final.Manchester United will do all they can to stop local rivals City from securing the double in a mouthwatering clash.Mason Mount will be desperate to break the dreaded ‘curse of Wembley’ at todays FA Cup finalCredit: GettyMount has made six appearances at Wembley and lost all six timesCredit: GettyMan Utd head to Wembley to face local rivals Man City at the FA Cup finalThe Mason Mount Wembley “curse” reflects back to the ex-Chelsea midifelder’s apparent bad luck when he played at the iconic stadium.Mount has suffered a number of defeats both for club and country including a notable penalty shootout defeat to Liverpool in the 2022 FA Cup final.In the shootout, the 25-year-old player missed leading to sudden death. Kostas Tsimikas then had the opportunity to step up and secure the trophy for the Reds.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Red Devils star was also in the losing side of the 2020 and 2021 FA Cup finals as well as the 2022 Carabao Cup final and suffered another defeat with his former side Derby in 2019.Mount has lost six finals at Wembley, four of which have come as a Chelsea player.The England international is also on the hunt to grab his first goal at Wembley having failed to find the back of the next in all six appearances.Having come up the ranks in Chelsea’s academy, Mount broke through into the senior side in 2017.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThen successful loan spells at Vitesse and Derby County saw himself become a key man under Frank Lampard.But last summer he left Stamford Bridge for Old Trafford for £60million which angered a lot of Blues fans.Ten Hag’s six worst defeats as Man Utd managerHowever his debut season for the Red Devils has been plagued with injury – limiting him to just 19 appearances and one goal this campaign.Mount’s Wembley record
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      Erik ten Hag savagely trolled by WWE commentator amid claims Man Utd boss will be axed even if he wins FA Cup final

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      ERIK TEN HAG cannot catch a break at the moment.The Manchester United manager is trying to prepare for the daunting task of facing Pep Guardiola’s Premier League champions.Erik ten Hag’s future has been the subject of constant speculationCredit: GettyWade Barrett could not resist aiming a dig at the United bossCredit: GettyAnd if facing noisy neighbours Manchester City at Wembley is not enough to worry about, the drumbeat over him losing his job is growing deafening.It has been claimed that Ten Hag will be axed even if he WINS this afternoon, with United needing to shell out £9million in compensation.The Dutchman, 54, claims United want to rebuild with him at the helm.But even WWE commentator Wade Barrett seems to know something Ten Hag does not.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs The Bloodline made their way into the ring on Smackdown, the British announcer aimed a cheeky dig at the under-fire tactician.Barrett said: “Paul Heyman is basically The Bloodline’s answer to Manchester United’s Erik ten Hag. “He’s still got a job, but for how much longer?”The WWE rumour mill suggests Heyman could soon be kicked out of The Bloodline in favour of Solo Sikoa.Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMauricio Pochettino, Thomas Frank, Kieran McKenna and Thomas Tuchel are emerging as the main contenders to take over at Old Trafford.Ten Hag will be packing his bags and fleeing the UK within 24 hours of the final whistle.Ten Hag’s six worst defeats as Man Utd managerWhen he was asked about sitting down to do a season’s review with Sir Jim Ratcliffe after the final, his response was telling.Ten Hag said: “No, we already did that and on Sunday I will go on holiday. I think I deserve it.”In 2015 Barrett mocked former United star Wayne Rooney which led to the club legend slapping him in the face.Ten Hag’s five worst defeatsERIK TEN HAG has suffered some heavy defeats during his tenure as Manchester United manager.
      5. Copenhagen 4-3 Man Utd, November 2023
      The damaging defeat saw the Red Devils dumped out of the Champions League.
      4. Man Utd 0-3 Bournemouth, December 2023
      It was the first time the Cherries had ever won at Old Trafford with the players being booed off.
      3. Brentford 4-0 Man Utd, August 2022
      Perhaps a sign of things to come, in Ten Hag’s second Premier League game, his side was dismantled by the Bees.
      2. Crystal Palace 4-0 Man Utd, May 2024
      The heavy defeat to the Eagles saw the Dutchman edge ever closer to the sack.
      1. Liverpool 7-0 Man Utd, March 2023
      Man Utd were embarrassed at the hands of their bitter rivals as they crumbled at Anfield as it was the club’s worst defeat in 92 years. More