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      Ruben Amorim puts Andre Onana and several other Man Utd stars ‘on trial’ with brutal summer overhaul in store

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      RUBEN AMORIM has put Andre Onana and several other Manchester United stars on trial ahead of a busy summer of transfer activity, according to reports.Onana, 29, will be monitored in the final few games of the season by Amorim and his team as they look to make a decision on his future as Man Utd No.1.Andre Onana has been put ‘on trial’ by Ruben AmorimCredit: GettyMan Utd boss Amorim will monitor Onana’s performances for the remainder of the season to make a decision on his futureCredit: AlamyThe £47m goalkeeper was left out of United’s 4-1 thrashing by Newcastle on Sunday following two costly mistakes in the Red Devils’ Europa League quarter-final draw against Lyon last Thursday.Onana made two horror blunders to concede twice against the French club after a war-of-words with Lyon star Nemanja Matic in the build up to the fixture.Matic had labelled Onana as “one of the worst goalkeepers in Man Utd history”, while Lyon fans jeered and booed the shot-stopper prior to kick-off after he has claimed United were a better team than their European counterparts.And after Amorim dropped Onana for the Magpies clash, he has now placed him “on trial” for the remainder of the season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat’s according to The i Paper, who have reported that Man Utd have prioritised signing a new goalkeeper in the summer and whether that new arrival will be first choice or not depends on Onana’s performances between now and the end of the season.Turkish international Altay Bayindir, who conceded four goals as Onana’s replacement on Sunday, is expected to leave Old Trafford at the end of the season in search of regular first-team football.It’s claimed that Onana is just one of many players who could fall victim to a summer overhaul at the Theatre of Dreams, with very few senior players said to be safe.Amorim explained that he left Onana out of the Newcastle game to allow him to “disconnect” and prepare for the second leg against Lyon this week.Most read in FootballOnana made two huge mistakes against Lyon last Thursday in the Europa LeagueCredit: ReutersJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordHe said: “Of course, you have to see the context, it is a normal thing. Sometimes, you have to push the player to play again, sometimes you have to let him disconnect a little bit.”Tomorrow, he will be in training to prepare for the next one [Lyon] so I felt that it was a good time for Andre to disconnect.Andre Onana suffers shocking howler to put Man Utd behind after being booed and insulted during warm-up over Matic spat”I think he was okay [about it] because I explained and then, you don’t need to like [it], but you understand because I explain every situation.”It’s a normal situation, you have to manage everything, sometimes people just look at the physical aspect but the mental aspect is really, really important.”It’s for just one game and we give Altay an opportunity, he deserves it also and then, again, tomorrow is a new life and we will prepare for the next one.”Onana, who turned up to Man Utd training alongside his agent this week, has been linked with an exit from the United but is said to be in the dark over the club’s plans for him.Onana has had a disappointing seasonIt is reported by Manchester Evening News that United would need to get at least £26.2m this summer to avoid a Financial Fair Play loss on Onana after amortisation.Onana has made eight errors leading to goals this season as United have now confirmed their worst ever Premier League points haul following their Newcastle defeat.Read More on The SunJapan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen, Porto gloveman Diogo Costa and AC Milan’s French international Mike Maignan have all been linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer.While SunSport recently revealed that Southampton’s Aaron Ramsdale and Championship duo Freddie Woodman and Aynsley Pears are also on the club’s list. More

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      Wayne Rooney sends message to Marcus Rashford after Man Utd loanee’s ‘fantastic’ showing for Aston Villa

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      WAYNE ROONEY sent a clear message to Marcus Rashford following Aston Villa’s exit from the Champions League.PSG dumped the Villans out of Europe despite a brave performance at Villa Park in the second leg.Marcus Rashford impressed for Aston Villa against PSGCredit: GettyWayne Rooney wants to see Rashford back at Manchester UnitedCredit: AlamyRashford, 27, was one of the more impressive players during the 3-2 victory and even claimed an assist for Villa’s third.The forward took on two PSG defenders before laying off the ball to Ezri Konsa to fire home.However, the win was not enough to book the West Midlands side a spot in the Champions League semi-finals due to the 3-1 defeat in Paris last week.Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney was impressed with Rashford’s performance for Villa.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe retired striker insisted that he is keen on the idea of Rashford returning to Old Trafford this summer.Speaking on Amazon Prime, he said: “I hope Rashford goes back to Manchester United and performs like he did tonight.”That’s what we all want to see as Manchester United fans.”Rashford was sent out on loan during the January transfer window after falling out of favour under boss Ruben Amorim.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe forward struggled to show his best form following the arrival of the Portuguese manager, but has improved since swapping red for claret.Rooney also claimed that Rashford would want to be playing at Old Trafford and creating a “legacy” at the club.Marcus Rashford sells Lamborghini supercar for £450,000 and buys incredibly rare £177,000 Audi Unai Emery spoke briefly about Rashford’s future after the matchCredit: APHe added: “Marcus Rashford wants to play for Manchester United, 100 per cent.”He’s a Manchester lad, a Manchester United fan.”He needed to play and it was clear he wasn’t going to play for the rest of the season.”Sometimes, you have to put the manager in a position where he cannot leave you out.”Marcus Rashford, in an ideal world, would want to play and leave a legacy at Manchester United.”Whether that’s possible, I don’t know, but that’s what I’d love to see.”Manager Aston Villa Unai Emery was asked about the future of Rashford after the defeat.The former Arsenal boss praised his efforts against PSG but admitted it was “difficult” to plan.He said: “It is difficult to plan it now.”He is feeling better and he played a fantastic match. We are very happy.”If he is happy, we are happy. It depends on the circumstances for now and the next weeks.”Read More on The SunWhile Rashford received praise for his performance against the French giants, two Villans were slammed for errors.Clarence Seedorf singled out full-backs Lucas Digne and Matty Cash for their “unacceptable” attitude that allowed PSG to put themselves clear of their hosts. More

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      Jesse Lingard ‘refused to give police statement’ during investigation into sexual abuse by his grandad

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      FORMER England star Jesse Lingard refused to give police a witness statement during their investigation into allegations of sexual abuse by his grandad, a court heard yesterday.The footballer, 32, now based in South Korea, was contacted over claims that Kenneth Lingard, 86, had targeted his alleged victim over 15 years, starting when she was just five.Investigating officer DC Scott Chambers told jurors ex-Man United star Lingard and his mum had both declined to give a statement.Kenneth, of Warrington, Cheshire, denies 17 counts of indecent assault between 1970 and 1985.His alleged victim came forward after watching a Channel 4 documentary about Jesse’s rise to stardom.The woman, who is now 60, said that she reported the OAP to cops because the documentary portrayed him as “some kind of hero” and that Lingard had told “loads of lies”.READ MORE ON Jesse Lingard The court heard from the complainant’s second husband yesterday, who said that he had gone to see Kenneth over the allegations in the mid 1990’s.He told the jury: “I confronted him about it – the abuse.“I remember him looking me straight in the eye and saying that he didn’t do it.”The man, who divorced the complainant after eleven years of marriage, said that she had taken an overdose during their relationship and had been treated in hospital.Most read in FootballThe jury was told that Kenneth voluntarily gave a police interview in January 2023 – two months after the documentary aired – and dismissed the allegations.He said: “None of it happened.Jesse Lingard reels off FIVE different celebrations after ex-Man Utd star scores bizarre goal in South Korea” My grandson cannot believe what she is saying.”The trial continues.Jesse Lingard refused to give police a statement during an investigation into his grandadCredit: Reuters More

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      Jurgen Klopp tipped for shock return to management almost one year after leaving Liverpool

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      FORMER Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been tipped for a return to management – and with a huge club.The 57-year-old left Merseyside at the end of last season, putting an end to his nine-year spell with the Reds.Jurgen Klopp has been for a return to managementCredit: GettyReports in Spain have tipped Klopp to replace Carlo AncelottiCredit: GettyKlopp has since taken up a new role as Global Head of Football at Red Bull.He is responsible for guiding philosophy and the development of young players.The German is also in a position of power when it comes to managerial appointments and transfers across all Red Bull teams.But Klopp is now being tipped for a sensational return to management.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpanish outlet Sport has claimed that Real Madrid officials may consider the former Liverpool boss as a potential replacement for Carlo Ancelotti should Los Blancos miss out on the Champions League and La Liga title.Xabi Alonso had initially been the main target, but his inconsistent campaign with Bayer Leverkusen has led to doubts among the camp.The prospect of Klopp taking over has excited officials at the Santiago Bernabeu.He was allegedly considered as a potential managerial candidate a few years ago but president Florentino Perez did not approve at the time.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSport has also reported that Perez would go “all out” for a charismatic coach.Klopp is currently understood to be more than happy in his new role with Red Bull.Jude Bellingham confidently claims ‘everyone thinks it’s nailed on’ that Real Madrid will win Arsenal tie from 3-0 downHowever, he does have a special clause that could see him cut short his contract and return to management.Should he be approached by the German national team, Klopp will be allowed to quit his job at Red Bull immediately. More

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      ‘Unacceptable at this level’ – Matty Cash and Lucas Digne singled out for ‘so wrong’ approach as Aston Villa crash out

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      CLARENCE SEEDORF singled out Aston Villa defenders Matty Cash and Lucas Digne for an “unacceptable” first half against PSG. Villa put up a brilliant fight to push the French side all the way in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final second leg. Clarence Seedorf singled out two Aston Villa stars during their 3-2 win over PSGVilla trailed 2-1 at half time, with Matty Cash and Lucas Digne caught out for the goalsUnai Emery’s men trailed 2-1 at the break but stormed into the lead early in the second half thanks to goals from John McGinn and Ezri Konsa. But they couldn’t find the elusive equaliser to force extra time, going down 5-4 on aggregate. Seedorf joined former England striker Wayne Rooney on Prime Video at half-time to discuss the opening 45 minutes. PSG led 2-0 early in the contest thanks to goals on the break from Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd the ex-Netherlands star called out both Cash and Digne for neglecting their defensive duties and failing to track back in such a huge game.Seedorf blasted: “The full-backs were completely out of attitude. The attitude was so wrong.”They’re not giving any importance to running back with the whole defensive line. “To cover each other, to help the goalkeeper with the second ball, all these things.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”They were like three against two at certain times. Unacceptable at this level.”The two first-half goals ultimately proved enough for PSG, who had led 3-1 after a pulsating first leg in Paris. Aston Villa awkwardly play WRONG anthem before Champions League quarter-final with PSGRooney agreed with Seedorf that the Villa defence was too wide open in the opening exchanges. The ex-England striker said: “Marcus Rashford has a bad first touch and loses the ball, but as a forward you don’t expect to concede a goal from there.”I think Kamara should stay in the middle of the pitch but he doesn’t, he gambles. “From there, Matty Cash doesn’t run back quick enough.”It’s a very dangerous position now for PSG to be in.”Hakimi makes the inside run and Digne doesn’t follow him. It’s a good goal from PSG but sloppy from Villa.” More

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      Marcus Rashford’s £700k Rolls-Royce towed AGAIN after second tyre blowout in three weeks – just 10 yards from the first

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      MARCUS Rashford’s £700,000 Rolls-Royce had to be towed AGAIN after a second tyre blowout in three weeks — just ten yards from the last. The same tyre – on the driver’s rear side – burst on Monday morning, resulting in the Mansory Wraith being towed for a second time in 24 days. Marcus Rashford’s £700,000 Rolls-Royce had to be towed again after a second tyre blowout in three weeks — just ten yards from the last flatCredit: ZenpixThe Rolls-Royce Mansory Wraith hitches a lift off the M60 hard shoulderCredit: mancpicss66A source said: “I bet he can’t believe his run of bad luck. “It’s such a fancy car but Rashford’s had his fair share of problems with it. “He only just got it fixed and now it’s needing to be repaired again. “Let’s hope he has more luck on the pitch.” READ MORE ON MARCUS RASHFORDIt’s not known who was behind the wheel when it broke down – just a mile from where the Rolls has twice been towed. His first Mansory Wraith was written off. The forward, 27, who is on loan from Manchester United at Aston Villa, was forced to replace the vehicle after it was involved in a collision on the M60 in September 2023. The motor was wrecked during a horror crash with a 74-year-old gran as he left United’s training ground in Carrington. Most read in FootballPhotos showed the car took a pounding, with extensive damage to the front, left front wing and a mangled rear left wheel and bumper. Both drivers escaped without injury. Rashford in court Rashford sold it for a hugely discounted £184,000 at auction – more than half a million less than he paid for it – and replaced it with an almost identical vehicle last May. Rashford, who pockets £350,000-a-week, ordered his new Rolls-Royce almost immediately – choosing white instead of grey. But his new model was seen being towed away on March 21 after breaking down on the same road for over an hour. The 6.6-litre ultra-luxury supercar can do 0-60mph in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed of 155mph. Rashford also owns a £390k Black Badge Cullinan and a £560k Cullinan Blue Shadow. His luxury car collection also boasts a £280,000 McLaren 765 Long Tail and a £350,000 Lamborghini Urus Performante. In July last year he was handed a six-month driving ban for speeding on the M60. He was travelling in his Rolls-Royce Cullinan Blue Shadow when clocked exceeding the 70mph limit. Last month, he was hit with a £800 fine for failing to give Cheshire Police information about who was driving his £100,000 electric BMW I7 motor on October 30 last year. At the time he was banned from the roads after being clocked at 104mph on a motorway in December 2023. Read More on The SunCrystal Palace are said to be lining up a Rashford transfer if Villa don’t sign him at the end of the season. A tyre fitter gets to work on yet another blowout on the footie aces’s carCredit: ZenpixThe Sun reported on the previous flat tyre near the latest one on the M60 motorwayAnother one of the star’s cars after being involved in a nasty shuntRashford will be hoping he has more luck on the pitch during his loan to Aston VillaCredit: GettyUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Aston Villa vs PSG (agg: 4-5) LIVE RESULT: Heartbreak for heroic hosts as they fight back but can’t complete comeback

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      HEROIC Aston Villa came close but could not quite complete a dramatic Champions League comeback against Paris Saint-Germain.Villa’s players walked out to raucous noise at Villa Park, with a huge tifo and Price William and George making themselves heard for a massive game.But Unai Emery’s side conceded two early goals to find themselves 5-1 down on aggregate against the Ligue 1 champions and staring at an exit.Youri Tielemans then scored to give the hosts hope before John McGinn and Ezri Konsa scored to leave Villa needing just a goal and PSG seriously wobbling.Villa piled on the pressure – Ian Maatsen having a goal-bound effort cleared off the line – but PSG managed to hold on to earn their place in the semi-final, where they play the winner of Real Madrid and Arsenal.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow our live blog below… Reborn Rashford revelling at VillaAston Villa’s spark in the second half coincided with Marcus Rashford taking it up a notch. The Manchester United loanee brilliantly set-up Ezri Konsa’s goal by leaving two PSG players for dead on the right wing.Since making his Villa debut in February, no Premier League player has provided more assists across all competitions than Rashford (5).And when asked about the forward after the game, Unai Emery hinted that he would love to make the temporary move permanent.”It is difficult to plan it now,” the Villa boss revealed.”He is feeling better and he played a fantastic match. We are very happy. If he is happy, we are happy. It depends on the circumstances for now and the next weeks.”Copy linkCopiedWills’ Villa TormentPrince William and George have been left heartbroken after they watched Aston Villa narrowly drop out of the Champions League.The royal pair watched through 90 minutes of ecstasy and turmoil as they saw PSG score twice early on before Unai Emery’s side pulled back three goals.Copy linkCopiedRoared on at fortress Villa ParkAston Villa may have come up agonisingly short in their quarter-final quest with PSG, but by fighting back to win on the night they did at least extend their unbeaten home record in front of a raucous crowd.Unai Emery’s team are now undefeated at Villa Park in 18 games across all competitions (W12 D6). It is their longest run without losing on home soil since a run of 20 games between April 1990 and February 1991.D2-2 v Crystal Palace (PL, Nov 23)D0-0 v Juventus (CL, Nov 27)W3-1 v Brentford (PL, Dec 4)W1-0 v Southampton (PL, Dec 7)W2-1 v Man City (PL, Dec 21)D2-2 v Brighton (PL, Dec 30)W2-1 v Leicester (PL, Jan 4)W2-1 v West Ham (FAC3, Jan 10)D1-1 v West Ham (PL, Jan 26)W4-2 v Celtic (CL, Jan 29)W2-1 v Tottenham (FAC4, Feb 9)D1-1 v Ipswich (PL, Feb 15)D2-2 v Liverpool (PL, Feb 19)W2-1 v Chelsea (PL, Feb 22)W2-0 v Cardiff (FAC5, Feb 28)W3-0 v Club Brugge (CL, Mar 12)W2-1 v Nott’m Forest (PL, Apr 5)W3-2 v PSG (CL, Apr 15)Copy linkCopiedTerrific Tielemans shines for VillaAston Villa’s Youri Tielemans is having a season to remember.The midfielder has been a mainstay of the midfield this campaign, and leads the way for all kinds of club statistics.His deflected strike tonight dragged Villa back into the tie, and made it 13 goal involvements in all competitions this term (four goals and nine assists).It is the Belgian’s best tally in a single season since 15 for Leicester in 2020-21 (nine goals and six assists).Copy linkCopiedProud Emery thanks the fansUnai Emery says he has more to achieve at Aston Villa.In his two-and-a-half years in charge, the Spaniard has taken the club from the Premier League relegation zone to the Champions League quarter-finals.And reflecting on a dramatic night at Villa Park, Emery suggested he still wanted to reward the Villa fans, who have been so crucial to this season’s European success.I am very proud of everything. Getting to this level is the next step forward, I want to try to win with Aston Villa. We played two legs, we competed well and it wasn’t even. Today we competed better and we were close to the result. I want to try to work for my next process at Aston Villa. The crowd was fantastic, they gave us energy – even at 2-0. Still, a little bit more to do better to try to get it.Unai EmeryAmazon PrimeCopy linkCopiedHow a crazy night unravelledIgnoring the fact that the second PSG goal graphic has been placed incorrectly, here’s the Opta momentum graph that shows how this topsy-turvy Champions League classic played out.The hosts enjoyed great spells of dominance either side of half-time, but appeared to lose their way late on after John McGinn and Marcus Rashford were substituted, with PSG content to play the clock out.Copy linkCopiedBarca join PSG in semisIn the night’s other quarter-final, Barcelona staved off a brave Borussia Dortmund fightback to book their place in the last four.Four-nil down from the first leg, the Bundesliga side struck either side of half-time through Serhou Guirassy.Guirassy completed his hat-trick late on, but only after a Ramy Bensebaini’s own goal gave Barca breathing space.Champions League semi-finalsBarcelona v Inter or Bayern MunichReal Madrid or Arsenal v PSGCopy linkCopiedPSG skipper feels this is their yearCaptain Marquinhos believes there is a different mindset about this group of Paris Saint-Germain players.The Brazilian revealed that even when the French team were forced back against the wall in the second half, their belief carried them through.After years of close calls, the positivity among the squad is also the reason why Marquinhos thinks this year will be when PSG finally crack the Champions League.We knew it was going to be a difficult game. We had belief, we kept our intensity and we believed until the end we were going to go through. It is such a difficult competition but we are getting better and better and we are proving we are good team. There is belief that we can go all the way and win it this year.MarquinhosAmazon PrimeCopy linkCopiedVilla’s Champions League dream endsFormer European Cup winners, Aston Villa’s inaugural season in the Champions League comes to an end.The Villians have been an excellent addition to the competition, winning eight of their 12 matches across the campaign.W3-0 v Young Boys (A, Sept 17)W1-0 v Bayern Munich (H, Oct 2)W2-0 v Bologna (H, Oct 22)L1-0 v Club Brugge (A, Nov 6)D0-0 v Juventus (H, Nov 27)W3-2 v RB Leipzig (A, Dec 10)L1-0 v Monaco (A, Jan 21)W4-2 v Celtic (H, Jan 29)W3-1 v Club Brugge (A, Mar 4)W3-0 v Club Brugge (H, Mar 12)L3-1 v PSG (A, Apr 9)W3-2 v PSG (H, Apr 15)Copy linkCopiedEzri: Early goals killed usEzri Konsa felt his team left themselves too much of an uphill task after conceding two early goals in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Paris Saint-Germain.Strikes from Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes in the opening 27 minutes at Villa Park left Unai Emery’s team 5-1 down on aggregate.Yet a stirring comeback almost saw Villa achieve the impossible, and Konsa was quick to point out the pride that the Premier League side are feeling despite elimination.I’m very proud of the boys and what we did tonight. The two goals at the start killed us but we showed great belief and character to get back into it. We won the second leg but it wasn’t enough. At half-time we felt we had nothing to lose. We wanted to go out there and prove a point. I don’t think we could have done any more. We showed tonight we can compete at the highest level and we want to do it again next season.Ezri KonsaAmazon PrimeCopy linkCopiedMatch stats from Villa ParkIn what was their first ever Champions League campaign, Aston Villa have been eliminated at the quarter-final stage, winning eight of their 12 games (D1 L3).No side has ever won more matches in their debut campaign in the competition (also 8 wins for Lazio and Valencia in 1999-00).Copy linkCopiedFrom Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkAston Villa’s Champions League dream is over – but boy did they go down fighting!Only a hat-trick of heartbreaking second half saves from Gianluigi Donnarumma prevented Unai Emery’s battlers from pulling off a sensational comeback.And Ezri Konsa, already a goalscorer, will curse his luck that he didn’t flick his forehead at the right time to connect with a header with the goal at his mercy.It was brave, it was thrilling and it was oh, so close.But Willian Pacho somehow blocked Ian Maatsen’s netbound volley in stoppage time – as Unai Emery hit the deck in frustration.PSG may well go on to win the trophy they want more than any other.But they are unlikely to work harder than they were forced to against valiant Villa.Sadly, Prince William won’t be knighting any of his Villa heroes ….. this season.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Aston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)The final whistle is blown (far too early).Aston Villa are down, Aston Villa are out, but Aston Villa can be proud of their efforts this evening.An astonishing night’s football at Villa Park has seen Unai Emery’s team rise from the ashes to win the game but not the tie.Four goals behind at one point, Villa rallied and at the start of the second half came within a whisker of levelling the contest.Yet it was not to be, and these home fans will go home heartbroken but with the best memories of a brilliant Champions League campaign.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)90+3. Maatsen on the volley! Blocked brilliantly by Pacho!Cash does brilliantly to wrestle free on the right wing and then clips over a terrific cross that falls kindly for the left back.Maatsen’s strike is superb, caught so, so sweetly, and is destined for the bottom corner until Pacho gets over to intervene.The Ecuadorian defender has just seen his team into the Champions League semi-final with that defending.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)90. The board goes up to show a paltry three minutes.Frankly, that is a joke.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)88. Substitute Desire Doue has the chance to seal it on the counter, but Martinez comes up with a big block.Unfortunately, he can’t stop the ball from going for a corner and it’s another opportunity for PSG to run the clock down.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)86. The referee has become very whistle happy, and, as you can imagine, it is fuelling the frustrations of the home crowd.PSG are playing a blinder with the officials too, winning free-kicks for little and then taking an age with them.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)84. Unai Emery is kicking every ball inside his technical area.Admittedly, that’s not many balls at the moment because PSG are doing all they can to run down the clock.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)82. Youri Tielemans is harshly penalised for a challenge just outside of his own box where he clearly won the ball before connecting with his opponent.The result is a PSG free-kick in a dangerous position, but after a nervy wait, Mendes curled it into the wall.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)80. Inside the last ten minutes.Marco Asensio is making some clever runs on the right, he looks eager to make his employers pay for loaning him out. Can he make himself a Villa legend?Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)78. Hold on to your hats! Unai Emery’s team are starting to commit extra men forward.Of course, that comes with leaving space in behind, and there have been a couple of scares in recent minutes when PSG have threatened on the break.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkHere come the Villa subs as Unai Emery sends on fresh legs with Marco Asensio and Jacob Ramsey replacing goal hero Super John McGinn and Amadou Onana.Youri Tielemans drops back deeper to take Onana’s holding role.And there’s almost an instant pay-off when Pau Torres picks out Asensio to send him through on goal.Unfortunately the on loan Spaniard can’t squeeze the ball past his PSG teammate Donnarumma who has defied Villa again. PSG are there for the taking but Ezri Konsa misses a snip when he fails to connect with a simple header in front of goal.Emery is finally playing his joker as he sends on Ollie Watkins and Ian Maatsen for Rashford and Tielemans.Let’s hope this last throw of the dice is a lucky one!Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)76. Martinez is called upon to keep Villa in this, and doesn’t disappoint.The Argentine blocks well at this near post after Dembele skipped inside Cash and let fly.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)75. Here come two more Villa changes!Ollie Watkins – no stranger to a dramatic late goal – is on for Marcus Rashford, while Ian Maatsen takes over from Lucas Digne on the left.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 3-2 PSG (Agg: 4-5)72. Ollie Watkins is being readied as Villa prepare to go for broke.Meanwhile, there’s a break in play after the referee inadvertently clatters a PSG player who appeared on his blind side.Copy linkCopied More

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      Borussia Dortmund 3 Barcelona 1 (agg 3-5): German giants pay price for dismal first leg despite Guirassy’s hat-trick

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      SERHOU GUIRASSY scored a hat-trick but it was not enough as Barcelona moved into the Champions League semi-finals.Trailing 4-0 from the first leg, the Borussia Dortmund striker enhanced his reputation as the German giants gave their Spanish opponents a major scare.Barcelona survived a minor scare to book their place in the Champions League semi-finalsCredit: GettyBorussia Dortmund threatened an almighty comeback thanks to Serhou Guirassy’s hat-trickCredit: GettyGuirassy’s treble means he is the competition’s top goal scorer with 13 goals – one more than Barca’s Raphinha.And he now holds the record for the most goals scored by an African player in a single Champions League campaign.The Guinea forward, 29, netted his first in style.He dinked a Panenka from the penalty spot down the middle after Wojciech Szczesny wiped out Pascal Gross.Guirassy grabbed his second to keep the tie alive four minutes into the second period.The forward rose highest at the back post to nod home from a yard out.Dortmund’s fans were starting to believe an unthinkable comeback might just be possible. But their hopes were dashed five minutes later.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBarcelona sucked the life out of Dortmund and their partisan crowd by scoring a vital goal.Fermin Lopez attacked down the right flank before Ramy Bensebaini sliced the ball into his own goal.Aston Villa awkwardly play WRONG anthem before Champions League quarter-final with PSGAlthough the tie belonged to Barca, Guirassy did ensure the night belonged to him with quarter of an hour to go.He netted his third after he made no mistake when Ronald Araujo fired his clearance straight at him – completing his perfect hat-trick by sweeping in with his left foot.Barcelona now face the winners of Bayern Munich or Inter Milan in the semi-finals.Inter take a 2-1 advantage into tomorrow’s second leg at the San Siro.Guirassy dinked his early penalty down the middleCredit: GettyHis second saw him head in from close rangeCredit: APRamy Bensebaini turned into his own netCredit: GettyGuirassy swept home to complete his perfect hat-trickCredit: APThe fans created an incredible atmosphere inside Signal Iduna ParkCredit: AP More