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      Awkward moment Simone Inzaghi is asked worst question ever as Inter Milan are compared to ‘broken shopping bag’

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      MINUTES after losing the Champions League final, Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi was asked a bizarre question when a journalist compared his team to a broken shopping bag.The Italian manager was still coming to terms with losing two of the last three Champions League finals, but he received no sympathy from the press.Inter Milan wore yellow for their Champions League finalCredit: EPAInzaghi was left with no words in the press conferenceCredit: RexInter Milan were second best all night against a brilliant PSG sideOn what was already a night to forget, Inzaghi was left completely speechless when he was asked one of the most awkward questions ever asked at a post-match press conference.The journalist said:” Inter played today in a yellow shirt or jersey so they looked like a supermarket shopping bag.”You don’t have too many players but that bag has been extremely resistant.”That’s how you are extremely resilient but today that bag you represent broke open and all the groceries spilled to the ground.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS The bizarre question naturally sparked widespread discussion on social media. One fan wrote: “What on earth is this question from an interviewer to Inzaghi?”Another said on X: “I’m surprised he didn’t throw hands.”A third added: “They need to start vetting football journalists who ask questions.”Most read in Champions LeagueBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKInter Milan’s night began to unravel when Achraf Hakimi opened the scoring in the 12th minute in Munich.Things got worse when brilliant youngster Desire Doue announced himself to the world with two goals. Four injured after car ploughs into crowd celebrating PSG Champions League win in Grenoble with woman fighting for lifeBefore Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and substitute Senny Mayulu added to the scoreline, sealing a one-sided encounter.Inter Milan have gone from the prospect of lifting three trophies to ending the campaign empty-handed.And the ruthless nature of PSG’s performance has sent a chilling warning to the rest of Europe.Inzaghi however, will hope that his team can learn from a brutal night-one where everything came crashing down, including in the press conference. More

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      Zinedine Zidane ‘offered stunning managerial return worth €100m-a-year’ after four years out of work

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      ZINEDINE ZIDANE has been offered a stunning return to management with a contract offer worth €100million, according to reports.The claim comes from French outlet L’Equipe, who say the former Real Madrid boss has been offered a mouth-watering one-year deal by Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.Zinedine Zidane has been offered a €100m-a-year deal to manage in Saudi ArabiaCredit: ReutersHowever, it’s reported the World Cup winner turned down the dealCredit: GettyZidane, 52, has been out of work since leaving his second stint as manager of Real Madrid in 2021, having won three Champions League titles there across two spells.Saudi giants Al-Hilal have been without a permanent manager since Jorge Jesus left at the start of May.And the club were willing to give Zidane a one-year deal worth a whopping €100m (£84m).However, it has since been reported Zidane has TURNED DOWN the offer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat decision is said to stem from his desire to succeed Didier Deschamps as the manager of the French national team.Zidane firmly threw his hat in the ring for that gig earlier this week.The World Cup winner said: “I feel legitimate in the France team.”[It is] Where I played and spent almost twelve, thirteen or fourteen years as a player. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Of course, it’s a dream, I can’t wait.”Deschamps has announced he will be stepping down from his post as France boss after the 2026 World Cup.PSG fans tear gassed in violent clashes with cops as 400 arrested and two dead after Champions League winThe 56-year-old became France boss in 2012 and has gone on to lead them to winning the 2018 World Cup and 2020/21 Uefa Nations League.They were also runners-up at Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup.Zidane wants to succeed Didier Deschamps as manager of FranceCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Jude Bellingham’s bum grabbed by bride-to-be on a hen-do as he relaxes in Ibiza before joining up with England

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM had his bum grabbed while posing with a bride-to-be in Ibiza this week.The Real Madrid superstar, 21, enjoyed a quick holiday before linking up with England.Jude Bellingham had his bum grabbed while posing for a pictureCredit: BackGridA group of holidaymakers were buzzing to see the England starCredit: BackGridBellingham, 21, enjoyed a holiday in IbizaCredit: BackGridThe midfielder graciously posed for picturesCredit: BackGridAfter a long season in Spain, Bellingham headed to a beach club in Ibiza for some well-earned downtime.While relaxing in the sunshine, the England icon was spotted by a group of holidaymakers.The women, enjoying a hen-do on the party island, approached Bellingham after seeing him nearby.Ever the good sport, the footballer posed for pictures with the excited girls.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne woman, wearing a bride’s veil, grabbed Bellingham’s backside as they had their picture taken.While in Ibiza, Bellingham also headed to Wayne Lineker’s famous beach club.The Brummie hung out with his younger brother Jobe, who last week sealed Premier League promotion with Sunderland.The midfielder has since headed to Barcelona to link-up with England.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBellingham jetted off for a well-earned breakCredit: BackGridThe England star had time for a quick break before international dutyCredit: BackGridBellingham headed to a beach club in IbizaCredit: BackGridThe Three Lions favourite was up for posing for picturesCredit: BackGridBoss Thomas Tuchel treated his squad to a team-bonding trip to the Spanish Grand Prix this afternoon.England stars including Bellingham soaked up the sunshine as they enjoyed the Formula 1.England squad plays the Traitors The Three Lions are set to train in nearby Girona ahead of next Saturday’s World Cup qualifier against Andorra.Rather than playing in the Pyrenees micronation, England will take on Andorra at Espanyol’s RCDE Stadium in Barcelona next Saturday.Bellingham was in the paddock ahead of the Spanish GPCredit: GettyBellingham poses for a snap with England team-mates Levi Colwill, Reece James, Morgan Gibbs-White, Eberechi Eze and James TraffordCredit: PA More

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      ‘We need to redefine parking the bus’ – Terrified Tottenham fans beg for Uefa Super Cup final vs PSG not to be on TV

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      TOTTENHAM fans are in meltdown after the Champions League final.With the Uefa Super Cup showdown against French giants Paris Saint-Germain looming next season, desperate Spurs supporters have launched a bizarre online campaign… begging broadcasters not to televise the match.Tottenham fans dialled it up after winning the Europa LeagueCredit: GettyIt’s still unclear if Ange Postecoglou will be at Spurs next seasonCredit: GettyWhy? Because of how dominant PSG were against Inter Milan, recording a ruthless and deserved 5-0 win over their Italian counterparts.Spurs fans fear they could be handed a prime-time embarrassment with the world watching.One Tottenham fan on X pleaded: “We need to redefine parking the bus, lads.”Another clearly worried, said: “They can’t televise the Super Cup final, man. Please.”READ MORE FOOTBALLA third fan, stunned by PSG’s performance, posted: “This PSG team versus Spurs in the Super Cup is gonna need investigating by the UN.”Spurs qualified for the Super Cup after a defensive masterful second-half display to beat Manchester United — clinching their first major trophy in 17 years.But that victory now sets up a daunting clash with the likes of Ousmane Dembele and Achraf Hakimi.Meanwhile, PSG are expected to hold a victory parade in Paris after becoming only the second French team to win the Champions League.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKTheir manager Luis Enrique admitted said it was time to celebrate after what had been a brilliant campaign. He said: “Since day one, I said I wanted to win important trophies. Inside Tottenham’s wild Europa League open-top bus parade as 200,000 fans greet heroes”Paris had never won the Champions League we did it for the first time and It’s a great feeling to make many people happy.”Now we have celebrate this because everyone deserves the sucess we’ve had.” More

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      ‘We’ll pretend that didn’t happen’ – Laura Woods ‘pied’ by Premier League cult hero, 51, after Champions League final

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      LAURA WOODS joked she was “pied” by former Paris Saint-Germain star Jay-Jay Okocha during the Champions League final coverage.Presenter Woods, 37, was joined by the former Bolton star after PSG smashed Inter Milan 5-0 in Munich live on TNT Sports.Jay-Jay Okocha’s exit from his live TV interview left Laura Woods embarrassedOkocha missed Woods’ outstretched arm before turning aroundOkocha initially came over to take a picture with Woods’ co-stars, Rio Ferdinand, Steven Gerrard and Owen Hargreaves.And Woods – who has returned to presenting duties after having a baby with former Love Island star Adam Collard – invited the Premier League cult hero to chat with the panellists, who he used to play against.He revealed he was “amazed” by the scoreline and happy for his former club, who won their first ever Champions League trophy in style.After two minutes of talking, Okocha shook the three ex-footballers hands, before missing Woods out.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe former talkSPORT host even stretched her arm out for handshake after thanking the 51-year-old for his impromptu interview. But Okocha seemingly missed it, instead passing Woods’ hand while saying goodbye to Ferdinand, before turning to the rest of the lads.But the ever-professional host saw the funny side of Okocha’s mishap and said, while laughing: “Why do I always get pied.”And it’s not even meant. Anyway brilliant.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSince then, Woods replied to TNT’s post on X with: ” Why always me 🤣.”The new mum also released pre-show footage where she dropped an F-bomb at Ferdinand for ruining her practice intro.PSG fans tear gassed in violent clashes with cops as 400 arrested and two dead after Champions League winWoods later issued a heartfelt farewell to Ferdinand on his final TNT Sports appearance.The Manchester United legend is stepping away from the broadcaster after 10 years as a pundit.Meanwhile, Kate Abdo was substituted off during CBS Sports’ coverage of the Champions League final.The popular presenter, 43, was replaced by colleague Anita Nneka Jones during the build-up to the match.Two goals by Desire Doue in addition to strikes by Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Senny Mayulu sealed a dominant win for PSG,Ferdinand spent a decade as a pundit for the network More

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      TNT Sports left ‘feeling sorry for Inter Milan’ as key feature disappears from Champions League final broadcast

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      FANS are convinced TNT Sports “felt sorry” for Inter Milan as they fell apart in the Champions League final.The Serie A side were demolished 5-0 in a humiliating defeat by Paris Saint-Germain in Munich. PSG thrashed Inter Milan 5-0 in the Champions League final to win a first-ever titleCredit: GettyThe TNT Sports broadcast saw the scoreboard disappear with Inter trailing 4-0Credit: TNTPSG won their first-ever CL title as Simone Inzaghi’s men failed to turn up.And one moment in the broadcast had fans speculating on social media during the game. Late in the second half, with PSG leading 4-0, TNT’s coverage suddenly stopped displaying the scoreboard on screen.The Ligue 1 side were preparing a host of subs with the game already won and drifting towards a conclusion. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd TNT’s brief technical error was framed as an act of compassion from some on X.One fan laughed: “Has TNT just got rid of the scoreboard to not embarrass Inter?”Another commented: “Even the TNT scoreboards given up.” While a third joked: “The domination is so bad that TNT stops showing the scoreline.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnd a fourth added: “They’re beating Inter so bad they turned the scoreboard off!”The scoreboard returned to normal around a minute after disappearing.Awkward moment Simone Inzaghi is asked worst question ever as Inter Milan are compared to ‘broken shopping bag’But things would only get worse for the Nerazzurri, who conceded a fifth as substitute Senny Mayulu netted late on. Inter boss Inzaghi looked shell-shocked on the touchline as his side failed to deal with PSG’s pace and power.He told reporters: “This wasn’t my Inter, you saw how it looked out there, but I’m still proud of my players. Champions League final REACTION – PSG 5-0 Inter”We ran into a team that was simply better than us. Regardless of that, we should have played better, but we didn’t. “Our approach to the match was poor, and we made PSG’s job easier. They beat us to every ball. “After the first goal we conceded, nothing was in our hands anymore. We let in goals like we never had before. “We all had to do better – myself above all. We’re angry and disappointed with how we played.” More

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      Man Utd confirm signing of Matheus Cunha in £62.5million transfer Red Devils reluctantly met release clause terms

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed the signing of Matheus Cunha.The Red Devils have signed the Brazilian from Wolves after agreeing a £62.5million deal for his services, subject to visa and registration clearance once he returns from international duty.Manchester United have completed the signing of Matheus Cunha from WolvesCredit: AFPThe 26-year-old is United’s first signing of what could be a make-or-break transfer window for Ruben Amorim.Credit: PAIt sees him move to Old Trafford on a five-year deal, with the option to extend for one additional year.A statement from the club announcing the deal on Sunday said: “Everyone at Manchester United looks forward to welcoming Matheus to Old Trafford.”Selling side Wolves also confirmed the transfer in a statement of their own, saying: “Matheus Cunha has completed a permanent move to Manchester United for a club record fee following two-and-a-half years at Molineux…”Everyone at Wolves would like to thank Matheus for his contributions in old gold and wish he and his family the best of luck for the future.”READ MORE SPORTS NEWSCunha, 26, is delighted to have moved to Old Trafford and is champing at the bit to get started.He was spotted at the Lowry hotel in Manchester hours before the deal was announced.And he took to social media to announce the move on his own page as he shared Man Utd’s post on Instagram.The Brazil international was Wolves’ star man last season, scoring 17 goals and racking up six assists in 36 appearances.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe Premier League saw 15 of those goals, while United finished in an embarrassing 15th place.United will pay Cunha’s release clause in three instalments over the next two years.Wolves forward Matheus Cunha faces trial over ‘driving blunder’The club had hoped to pay yearly instalments until 2029, but their initial proposal was rejected by Molineux chiefs.His arrival is the first of a make-or-break transfer window for Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim.The Portuguese gaffer is plotting a major overhaul of his squad in the coming months.There will be several outgoings at Old Trafford this summer to fill the financial blackhole left by the club’s failure to qualify for Europe.Several big names will be up for sale, including skipper Bruno Fernandes and youngster Alejandro Garnacho. More

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      England stars enjoy day at F1 Spanish Grand Prix as Thomas Tuchel takes squad on team-bonding trip

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      THOMAS TUCHEL has taken his England stars to a team bonding session at the Formula One Spanish Grand PrixThe Three Lions manager, the players and backroom staff arrived in Barcelona on Sunday morning before heading straight to the F1.Thomas Tuchel took the England team for a day out at the Spanish F1 GPCredit: GettyThe team posed for a photo alongside F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, middleCredit: GettyThe likes of Harry Kane were seen touring the Red Bull garageCredit: GettyStars were given special access to be in the paddock for the tripCredit: PACole Palmer still seemed too cold as he wore a jumper in the Spanish sunCredit: PAEngland will remain in a training camp in Spain after the raceCredit: GettyArsenal duo Bukayo Saka and Myles Lewis-Skelly were also seen on the gridwalkCredit: PAThe vast majority of the 26-man squad have not been to the F1 before, and after the race, they will go to nearby Girona for a training camp.As they arrived many of the stars were seen posing for pictures with fans.Most stars wore shades and loose-fitting shirts for the occasion, although Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer seemed to still be too cold in the Spanish sun as he took the paddock wearing a jumper.Arsenal pair Bukayo Saka and Myles Lewis-Skelly joined their team-mate with zipper jackets, though the teenager later removed it.READ MORE IN F1Meanwhile, Tuchel was all-smiles seen as he was pictured at the track wearing a cap.The squad posed for a picture alongside F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali as he welcomed the footballers into the mad world of motorsport.Many of them were also invited into team garage’s before the race.Skipper Harry Kane was among the stars seen being given a tour of Red Bull’s garage as he posed for snaps alongside team mechanics, while the likes of Morgan Gibbs-White, Dan Burn and Ollie Watkins posed for a picture next to the car.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKChelsea’s Conference League winning trio Reece James, Noni Madueke and Trevoh Chalobah were seen at the Mercedes garage, while James was also part of a group including Jude Bellingham and Eberechi Eze who took in some hospitality with McLaren.The Papaya constructor later shared a post of Kane taking a selfie with their car, which they no doubt hope will give them some more good luck after drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris scored P1 and P2 in Saturday qualifying.Fernando Alonso overheard taking sarcastic swipe at old rival Lewis Hamilton after blunder ahead of Spanish Grand PrixEngland will remain in Girona until next Saturday when they return to Espanyol’s ground in Barcelona for a World Cup qualifier against Andorra.Tuchel, who has handed a first senior call-up to Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah, decided to avoid St George Park’s next week and instead, spend the whole time in Spain. This is to get used to the heat ahead of next year’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.The temperature in Barcelona and Girona is expected to be around 26C, although that is still not as warm as many of the World Cup host cities at this time of year.Next weekend’s game was supposed to be in Andorra but the tiny nation’s new stadium is not yet ready.After the match, new boss Tuchel and the squad will fly to the midlands to prepare for a friendly with Senegal at Villa Park in Birmingham on June 10.Under Tuchel, England won their first two qualifiers against Albania and Latvia. More