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    Arsenal vs Shakhtar: Back our 28/1 Bet Builder predictions and get £50 in free bets with Betfred

    ARSENAL are back in Champions League action on Tuesday when Shakhtar visit the Emirates.Our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the massive top-flight encounter, which Betfred have priced up at a generous 28/1.Not just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Arsenal vs Shakhtar tipsOur Bet Builder selections: Kai Havertz to score 2 or more goals, Mykola Matvienko to be carded and Arsenal over 6.5 corners – ADD TO YOUR BET SLIP HERE!Back our 28/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections..Kai Havertz to score 2+ goals: Should be a comfortable evening for the Gunners and if Havertz starts, he’ll fancy getting himself amongst the goals. Scored in four successive games before Bournemouth loss.Mykola Matvienko to be carded: Defender has been a mainstay in Shakhtar side and at left back, will have a tough evening. Booked at weekend in last week in Ukraine clash with Georgia. Good value.Arsenal over 6.5 corners: Have registered a whopping 30 corners in last two home Premier League games. Wingers tend to bring about more corners and should be one-way traffic.Back our 28/1 Bet BuilderRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply. More

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    Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez miss out on becoming MLS top scorer as Premier League cult hero tops list

    LIONEL MESSI and Luis Suarez have missed out on the MLS top scorer award despite their fine form this season.They helped Inter Miami finish top of the Eastern Conference for the first time in the club’s short history.Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi finished joint-second in the top scorer rankingsCredit: GettyChristian Benteke scooped the awardCredit: APIt is a remarkable turnaround for David Beckham’s team, who had only qualified for the play-offs once previously and last year finished second bottom.Messi, 37, has rolled back the years in his first full MLS season, having joined Miami in the summer of 2023.He helped them win the Leagues Cup last season and Inter Miami could win silverware once again now they are in the MLS Cup play-offs.They are amongst the favourites after achieving a record-breaking points tally of 74 in the regular season, with the side packed with icons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMessi scored his first hat-trick against New England Revolution last week and finished the regular season with 20 goals.His team-mate Luis Suarez achieved the same total but the legendary pair were beaten to top spot by a Premier League cult hero.Former Aston Villa, Liverpool and Crystal Palace striker Christian Benteke took the top goalscorer prize after netting 23 goals for DC United.Fans were shocked to see Benteke win with one saying: “Messi cant even outscore washed Benteke😭 this league is so bad.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother added: “Messi lost to Benteke 😂”And a third wrote: “So Benteke is still balling.”Christian Benteke works up a sweat in some intense solo trainingMessi managed his 20 goals in just 19 games however, compared to Benteke’s 30. More

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    Leipzig vs Liverpool: Get £20 in free bets and £10 casino bonus, plus 14/1 Federico Chiesa price boost with BoyleSports

    LIVERPOOL park their Premier League title charge in midweek when making the trip to Leipzig in the Champions League.And bookmakers BoyleSports are marking the big clash with a fantastic offer for brand new customers with £20 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonus up for grabs!Wait there’s more! BoyleSports are offering punters a generous price boost on Liverpool to win, Federico Chiesa to score 1st and over 2.5 goals – at 14/1!Find the Sun’s betting publishing principles hereLeipzig vs Liverpool: Get £20 in free bets, £10 casino bonus & 14/1 Chiesa boostBet £10 to get £20 in free bets and £10 casino bonus – CLAIM HERE*Liverpool to win, Federico Chiesa to score 1st and over 2.5 goals – at 14/1 – CLAIM HEREHow to claim..BoyleSports offerVisit the BoyleSports website via your mobile HERE*Register a new account — no Promo Code requiredDeposit a minimum of £10 using CardsPlace a bet of £10 or more at odds of 1/1 or greaterOnce that’s settled, BoyleSports will credit your account with £20 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonusBoyleSports – Claim £20 in free bets and a £10 casino bonus HERE*Not got a BoyleSports account? No problem!Brand new BoyleSports customers who register an account will receive £20 in free bets and a £10 bonus to spend in the casino!It’s very easy to sign-up. Simply visit the BoyleSports website, register and deposit at least a tenner.Stake a tenner or more at odds of 1/1 or greater and once that’s settled — you’ll have your account credited with a £30 welcome bonus.Bet £10 to get £20 in free bets and £10 casino bonus – CLAIM HERE*Liverpool to win, Federico Chiesa to score 1st and over 2.5 goals – at 14/1 – CLAIM HERE*New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. £30 in FREE Bets (FB) as £20 in sports bets & a £10 casino bonus (CB). Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. FB applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. FB 7-day expiry. 1 FB offer per customer, household & IP address only. Account & Payment restrictions. 14 days to accept £10 CB, then active for 3 days. CB 5x wagering & max redeemable £100. Game restrictions apply. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. 30 days to qualify. 18+. T&Cs apply. 18+. Prices subject to fluctuation & availability. 90 mins only. Bet responsibly. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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    Arsenal’s Premier League title chances are over and Man Utd will record worst-ever finish, predicts supercomputer

    MANCHESTER UNITED will record their worst-ever Premier League finish, according to a supercomputer.The Red Devils overcame a 1-0 deficit to beat Brentford 2-1 at the weekend despite a makeshift backline.Man Utd could be set for their worst-ever finishCredit: GettyArsenal are predicted to miss out again in a close title raceCredit: ReutersRasmus Hojlund’s first goal of the season proved the winner to lift United above Brentford in the table.However Erik ten Hag’s side are still in the bottom half and they will struggle to end up much higher, according to a supercomputer run by CSDB.gg.In fact, the supercomputer predicts United to finish below the Bees in tenth place, which would be their worst-ever finish.Erik ten Hag already has that unwanted record after his side finished eighth last season, yet this time round he is tipped to win two fewer points.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe win over Brentford was just United’s third of the season and they are already six points off the top four.The Champions League race may not end up as close as it sits currently, with Chelsea expected to finish seven points ahead of closest rivals Tottenham.Liverpool are predicted to be in the title race and miss out by just a few points following Arne Slot’s impressive start to the season.They will not be the only team left disappointed, with Arsenal’s title chances in tatters following defeat to Bournemouth, says the supercomputer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Gunners are now four points behind Liverpool and three behind Manchester City, who are set to win a fifth consecutive title, according to the latest algorithms.However it is still going to be a closely-fought race with Pep Guardiola’s side tipped to pip their rivals to the title by just a point.It’s bad news at the bottom for two the three promoted clubs, with Southampton and Ipswich going straight back down along with Wolves.Erik ten Hag slams reports he’s set to be sacked as ‘fairytales’ but admits Man Utd ‘have a mountain to climb’ More

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    Footballer at centre of Chelsea’s transfer ban now tearing it up with Ajax after incredible start to season

    THE star at the centre of Chelsea’s two-window transfer ban in 2019 is now tearing it up at European giants Ajax.Bertrand Traore was the player that sparked Fifa’s investigation into Chelsea’s transfer business some five years ago now.Bertrand Traore has hit top form at AjaxCredit: GettyTraore used to be on the books at ChelseaCredit: ReutersTraore, 29, spent four years on the books at Stamford Bridge after making the switch from French side Auxerre to the Blues’ Cobham academy.Traore left the club in 2017, signing for Lyon in an £8.8m transfer.He later went on to spend four years at Aston Villa before heading to Villarreal on a free transfer in February.His time in Spain was cut short when, after just six months with the La Liga club, he left on another free transfer to join Dutch superclub Ajax this summer.READ MORE ON CHELSEAAnd despite having a pretty underwhelming career to date, Traore has found a new lease of life in the Eredivisie, seemingly hitting his best ever patch of form.The 78-time Burkina Faso international has got four goals and four assists since the start of the season and is Ajax’s joint top goalscorer in the league.Traore’s best ever return in the Premier League was just seven goals in 36 games during Villa’s 2020/21 campaign.And the wide-man looks set to smash that return this term if he continues on his current trajectory.Most read in FootballBertrand Traore’s career to dateA brief look at Traore’s career…2012: AJ Auxerre U19s2013 – 2017: Chelsea2014 – 2015: Vitesse (loan)2016 – 2017: Ajax (loan)2017 – 2020: Lyon2020 – 2024: Aston Villa2022 – 2023: Basaksehir (loan)2024: Villarreal2024 – present: AjaxFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTraore’s start in English football was clouded by controversy after he was the star that kickstarted FIfa’s investigation into Chelsea’s transfer activity.Fifa alleged that Chelsea had signed Traore before 18th birthday – despite the club claiming that was false.Enzo Maresca post-match press conferenceChelsea officially registered Traore as a player in 2014, just after his 18th birthday, but Fifa’s investigation claimed that the Blues had actually signed him some time before that date when he was only 16 years old.Fifa investigated the SW6 club’s transfer business for three-years, deep diving into 19 different transfers made by the Premier League side.Ultimately they were stung with a two-window transfer ban that they saw out back in 2020. More

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    Ant and Dec ‘used clout to promote Saudi takeover of Newcastle according to Amanda Staveley’s leaked WhatsApp messages’

    TV SUPERSTARS Ant and Dec allegedly helped to promote the Saudi Public Investment Fund’s Newcastle United takeover.But the Premier League will not look into the legality of the £305m deals amid fresh claims over the involvement of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.Ant and Dec allegedly helped to promote the Saudi PIF’s Newcastle takeoverCredit: GettyAmanda Staveley’s alleged leaked WhatsApp messages promised the pair would ‘push’ articlesCredit: PAGeordie duo Ant and Dec were reportedly asked to share an article from the Shields Gazette in October 2020 about opposition to the Premier League failing to approve the PIF buy-out.The Telegraph have claimed to have seen WhatsApp messages from ex-Newcastle director Amanda Staveley that promised the multi-award winning big screen pair would ‘push’ the piece.Ant and Dec then shared the article on Twitter within four minutes.The Shields Gazette had written about a supporters’ group who were claiming that by delaying the takeover the Premier League was acting against UK anti-competition law.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis investigation by The Telegraph then states that Ant and Dec shared another article from the same publication two days later regarding the progress of the takeover and that answered questions on it.The Premier League had refused to sanction the takeover earlier that summer due to concerns about the consortium, which was backed by PIF, and their links to the Saudi state.That led to the bid initially being abandoned due to them not being able to provide separation between themselves and the Saudi state, which is led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. That led to a petition that called on Prem chiefs to explain their reasons for delaying the takeover of the consortium that was made up of the Saudi Arabian PIF, the Reuben Brothers, and Staveley.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThings turned nasty when Premier League chief executive Richard Masters came under a personal attack and had his home address shared on fan forums online.The main sticking point and hold up was with regards to the completion of a key Premier League form in the owners and directors test about club control and ownership.Ant and Dec watch Newcastle United’s first game since Saudi takeoverAnt and Dec attended Newcastle’s first match following the takeover in 2021Credit: GettyIn particular, the residing of the 80 per cent stake in the club in Saudi.Top-flight bosses wanted to make the link between the Saudi Arabian state and Newcastle open but it was met by resistance and, after an offer to place the issue in arbitration was also rejected, the consortium pulled out.However, over a year later in September 2021 the £305m takeover was completed after proof that the Saudi state would not actually be in control of the North East club was provided and the Premier League owners’ and directors’ test was passed.Sun Sport have approached Ant and Dec, otherwise known as Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, for comment.Meanwhile, in the series of leaked WhatsApp messages, Staveley is said to have written to associates of the then Toon owner Mike Ashley: “The Crown Prince is losing patience – I need to assure him we will get there.”A further message then read: “(Yasir Al-Rumayyan) is trying to hang on to the deal and convince the Crown Prince not to pull out.”The messages raised questions over the political involvement in the deal but Sun Sport understands that the Premier League will not look into the matter as they were satisfied that the government interactions they were aware of at that time did not influence their decision in the Owners’ and Directors’ Test.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe lawyers of Staveley, who sold her stake in Newcastle this summer, say that she only referenced the Crown Prince in his capacity as PIF chairman.They added that any suggestions the messages cast doubt on the separation of the Saudi state and the running of Newcastle is “as illogical as it is misconceived”. More

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    Man Utd legends dress up in traditional South Korean robes as excited Sky Sports host say ‘what a reunion this is’

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been treated to a reunion from a group of club legends.Several of the stars of Sir Alex Ferguson’s 2008/09 Premier League title-winning side linked up in Seoul, South Korea.Manchester United legends have reunited in Seoul in traditional South Korean robesCredit: Instagram @rioferdy5Fans were thrilled to see the Premier League winners reunite togetherCredit: Instagram @rioferdy5Rio Ferdinand and Dimitar Berbatov posed for photos together in South KoreaCredit: Instagram @rioferdy5The group donned tradition South Korean robes as they posed for photos in the city.Rio Ferdinand, Nemanja Vidic, Edwin van der Sar, Dimitar Berbatov and Park Ji-sung were all smiles for the camera.Ferdinand shared several of the snaps to Instagram, including a picture of himself and Berbatov holding up a tiny robe.Alongside the post, the former defender wrote: “When Ji takes us shopping in Seoul. Ps @patrice.evra swipe… we got you one also.”READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSFans were left amazed by the reunion, including Sky Sports News presenter Hayley McQueen.Underneath the upload, she wrote: “What a reunion this is!”Another fan added: “Our club legends.”A third also commented: “This is my United.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMeanwhile, one more simply said: “Iconic.”Ferdinand also uploaded a video of himself, Vidic and Berbatov showing off their traditional outfits.Man Utd’s Brentford Comeback: Player Ratings Edwin van der Sar, Nemanja Vidic and Park Ji-sung also joined the reunionCredit: Instagram @rioferdy5Fans on social media were pleased to see ‘our club legends’ link up againCredit: Instagram @rioferdy5In the caption, he asked: “Who wore it better?” with a pair of crying laughing emojis.All five players were members of the United side which lifted the Premier League in 2009.Between them, the group made 1,374 first-team appearances for the Red Devils.Vidic, Van der Sar, Park and Ferdinand also won the Champions League and Premier League under Ferguson in 2008 during a trophy-laden period for the club.Man Utd player ratings vs BrentfordBy Neil CustisMANCHESTER UNITED produced a rousing comeback to beat Brentford at Old Trafford.Goals by Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund cancelled out Ethan Pinnock’s first-half opener.The Red Devils’ win will ease pressure on beleaguered boss Erik ten Hag, who this week defiantly blasted reports that he is on the verge of the sack.On a crucial afternoon for Ten Hag and Co, here’s how SunSport rated each United performer.ANDRE ONANA – 6Did not have much to do for a lot of the game but pulled out a good first-half save to deny Christian Norgaard.DIOGO DALOT – 6Good display from right-back and almost capped it with a goal when he stormed forward only to have his effort beaten away by Mark Flekken.MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 6At the centre of the controversy in first-half injury time as he had to leave the field with a bleeding head wound when Brentford scored from a corner. He was already looking suspect, as was the bandage that was put on his head early in the game in the first place.JONNY EVANS – 7Continuing an amazing end to his career at Old Trafford. Man of the Match last time out in the goalless draw at Aston Villa and looked solid again. Great ovation when he came off towards the end.LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 7Shifted to an unaccustomed left-back spot but without problems and was particularly good getting forward down the flank.CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 6Chosen alongside Casemiro instead of new buy Manuel Ugarte who was on the bench again, but struggled to get into this game although he was involved for Hojlund’s goal. Thankful for the referee’s whistle in the first period calling play back for a foul after missing a sitter.CASEMIRO – 5Looked like he was off in the summer but back in the team although looking to be missing a yard and often beaten to the ball.MARCUS RASHFORD – 7Does not operate as well on the right but Garnacho was so good down the left. Highlight of his first half was an incredible crossfield ball from right to left to set up Garnacho. Then in the second he provided the assist for Garnacho’s leveller.BRUNO FERNANDES – 7Tried to orchestrate something from midfield but looked a frustrated figure in the first period. Then he showed his class after the break with that great little flick to set up Hojlund for his goal.ALEJANDRO GARNACHO – 8Had an all action first half after switching from the right to the left but wasted too many chances. Made up for it in the second with a fine finish from Rashford’s cross in a Man of the Match performance.RASMUS HOJLUND – 7After getting one in Porto to open his season’s account he is now off and running with his first league goal of the campaign. A cool, clever chipped little finish it was too. The hope will be that starts a much needed run of goals but he needs to see more of the ball.SUBSTITUTESJoshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 74) – 5Strange change to make after Hojlund had just scored. His replacement fluffed the one half chance he had.Victor Lindelof (for Evans, 89) – 6A change that largely gave the fans a chance to acclaim Evans’ performance.Manuel Ugarte (for Casemiro, 88) – 6A change that probably should have come earlier. More

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    Shocking moment assistant referee is hit by lighter launched from stands before player leaps to his defence

    AN assistant referee was hit by a missile thrown from the stands at the end of a match.A third-tier game between CF Montanesa and CE L’Hospitalet turned ugly as fans made their feelings clear.An object was thrown at an assistant referee in SpainCredit: X @MarcadorCatHe clutched his head despite appearing to block the missileCredit: X @MarcadorCatA fan pleaded for calm from the standsThey shouted at the officials as they walked off the pitch and a lighter was thrown at the assistant referee.He raised his hand to block the object before clutching his face, appearing to be hurt.Two people came to his aid but he seemed fine and began shouting towards the stand.A Montanesa player then jumped to his defence and called for calm from the fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpain has been hit by fan unrest in recent weeks with the Madrid derby halted by objects thrown from the stands last month.Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was the target of many of the missiles thrown due to his former ties with Atletico.Atletico boss Diego Simeone criticised the behaviour of his fans after the match.He said: “The message was to think about the club, think about your team.Most read in Football”You aren’t helping the team. They said it wasn’t their fault, they said they’d been provoked by the opposition goalkeeper.”CF Montanesa beat CE L’Hospitalet 1-0.David James saves penalty from young fan at half-time of Liverpool’s win over Chelsea More