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      Erling Haaland lands in Barcelona on crutches for medical tests with Man City star’s season all-but over

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      ERLING HAALAND landed in Barcelona on crutches to undergo medical tests in order to determine whether his season is over.The Norwegian striker suffered an ankle injury in Manchester City’s 2-1 victory over Bournemouth in their FA Cup semi-final clash last Saturday.Erling Haaland arrived in Barcelona on crutchesCredit: TwitterThe Norwegian has undergone medical testsCredit: TwitterHaaland suffered an ankle injury in Manchester City’s FA Cup clash with BournemouthCredit: REXHe underwent scans on Monday to assess the severity of the injury but was referred to a specialist for additional checks.And the specialist has ruled out the former Borussia Dortmund man for the next SEVEN WEEKS of action.Pep Guardiola said of the forward’s injury: “They told me, the doctors, [that he’ll be out for] between five and seven weeks.”So hopefully the end of the season and in the [Club] World Cup he will be ready.”READ MORE SPORTS NEWSThe Etihad faithful feared the worst when Haaland was spotted leaving the Vitality Stadium on crutches and in a protective boot.Injury to his star striker is yet another headache for Guardiola, who has endured his worst season in charge of the Sky Blues.He lamented: “Sometimes there are years that these kind of things happen.”I would say that could not be different at the end of the season.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe Norwegian was spotted leaving the Vitality Stadium in a protective bootCredit: TikTok / celebstarclips”With all the dangers that we had this season, I’m so sorry for them.”And for Erling as well. [Hopefully, he] can]recover speedy [and] as quickly as possible and come back.”Man City launched probe into Erling Haaland after he ‘left club’s mascot with whiplash’ after hit to back of headHaaland, who penned a new nine-and-a-half-year deal at the Etihad in January, has been City’s star performer in a dismal season for the Premier League champions. The 24-year-old has scored 30 goals in 40 appearances so far this campaign. City will be back in action tomorrow night, welcoming Leicester City to the Etihad.Erling Haaland is Manchester City’s top goalscorer this seasonCredit: Rex More

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      ‘I saw things that I know can’t be right’ – Frank Lampard lifts lid on chaos behind the scenes at Chelsea

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      FRANK LAMPARD has revealed “the truth” on his ill-fated interim spell as Chelsea boss. The Blues legend, 46, took charge of the club on a temporary basis following the dismissal of Graham Potter in April 2023.Frank Lampard has opened up about his second spell as Chelsea bossCredit: GettyThe Chelsea legend was tempted back to the club after an SOS from co-owner Todd BoehlyCredit: PALampard won just one of out 11 games during his time as interim bossCredit: GettyLampard spent 13 years at Chelsea as a player and is the club’s all-time top goal scorer with 211 goals in 648 games.He had previously served as manager between 2019 and January 2021, before an ill-fated tenure at Everton. The 46-year-old was tempted back to the club by co-owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali after Potter was given the boot.But he endured a miserable run of form, winning just one of his 11 games in charge.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLampard has now lifted the lid on his short return to West London. He told Sky Sports: “I saw things that I know cannot be right at elite football and that’s the truth.”I didn’t love working in that short period because it’s hard to lay down an idea when you’re going to be leaving.”Since Lampard’s exit, Chelsea have continued to have issues and are in a battle to qualify for the Champions League.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKIt was revealed this week that Chelsea had sold their own women’s team to themselves to avoid a PSR punishment.Meanwhile new manager Enzo Maresca recently cancelled a day off because he was so angry at the lack of effort from some of his senior players in training.Harry Redknapp rings me on the M40 after every game whether we win or lose – he’s the best uncle everLampard, now manager at Coventry, insists Chelsea will “always be a massive club in his life.”But he regrets taking on the interim role and admits “motivation was a problem.”He continued: “But when I understand the standards of Chelsea – in that period of time a lot of players were in transition of maybe leaving.”… Motivation was a problem – in an interim period you can’t really affect that.”When you see the results of it, I’m experienced enough to know what’s right and what’s wrong and basic things in a training ground on a pitch.”I didn’t learn anything tactical, but it did reinforce my beliefs of all my experiences of when you know what a group is really fighting in the same direction, how strong that can be.”And when it’s not, it can be really challenging.”I’m extremely pleased for him and pleased for the club.Coventry owner Doug KingtalkSPORTLampard returned to football last November after more than 18 months away to take over at the Sky Blues.Coventry parted ways with Mark Robins, with Lampard since inspiring a magical run of form.His side has rocketed up the table from 17th and currently sit in the playoff places, with 13 wins from their last 25 games.Coventry owner Doug King told talkSPORT: “I felt that we needed to change it and Frank was the outstanding candidate.“He came in and got on with it and in the last six weeks we’ve been on an amazing run to propel us up to fifth.”I’ve always been consistent that I thought the squad of players was good enough to be in that position.”But that’s my view and reality is something different and was different at the end of November.Lampard is now making waves with Championship club CoventryCredit: Getty“He’s done a great job. He’s been great around the place, positive, a really good people person.”Tactically we’ve ground out results in difficult moments when we didn’t have a full squad.”I’m extremely pleased for him and pleased for the club.”And Lampard’s heroics have resulted in him being tipped for the ENGLAND job.Fellow Championship boss Chris Wilder said: “I’ve got an enormous amount of respect for Frank Lampard, I honestly have.“His playing career is there for everybody to see but I just love the fact that he loves football and it just shines through.”Tough gig at Chelsea when they didn’t sign any players and he had to play a lot of young players. Tough gig at Everton.Read More on The Sun“I don’t think he gets the credit that he deserves, I honestly don’t.“People talk about England managers and people are critical of him, I just don’t get it. He can quite easily manage England.” More

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      Rashford has perfect chance to complete career turnaround against team that saw him go down in Champions League history

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      A SMILE is back on Marcus Rashford’s face.The goals are back, too. As is his place in the England team.The smile is back on Marcus Rashford’s face and he has the chance to prove the best is yet to come at Aston VillaCredit: GettyIt is six years since he completed the greatest two-legged comeback in Champions League history against PSG for Man UtdCredit: EPABut now it comes down to Rashford himself.To show that this is a genuine renaissance of a player with half a career left to go — and not just  a fleeting false dawn.And the looming showdown with a Paris Saint-Germain side that sent Liverpool out of the Champions League last month is the perfect stage for Rashford to demonstrate the best could be yet to come.It was, astonishingly, more than six years since Rashford converted the controversial stoppage-time penalty at the Parc des Princes that completed arguably the greatest two-legged comeback in the history of the competition.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn the 33 years since the European Cup was rebranded, 54 clubs have lost the home first leg by two or more goals.Only one, Manchester United against PSG in 2019, have turned the tie around to go through —  a 2-0 home loss followed by a 3-1 win to triumph on away goals.And that under a caretaker boss in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with a team including Andreas Pereira and Scott McTominay and a bench  featuring Tahith Chong, an 18-year-old Mason Greenwood and Angel Gomes, who left the club having never started a Prem game.Back then, smashing his spot-kick past the dive of Gianluigi Buffon to stun the home fans before celebrating in front of the travelling United supporters, Rashford seemed assured of legend status at Old Trafford.Most read in FootballA fixture for club and country, a genuine local hero.Fast forward to now and Rashford will be wearing the claret and blue of Aston Villa rather than United red when he takes on the current incarnation of PSG.Moment Marcus Rashford’s £700k Rolls-Royce is towed off motorway after tyre blew outThat he seems to be enjoying his football again is clear.The 27-year-old has the trust of Villa boss Unai Emery — something he clearly had lost under Old Trafford chiefs Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim.Villa supporters have taken to him, too. They love his endeavour and desire.His willingness to do the hard yards but also take risks in the right areas.England chief Thomas Tuchel appears to feel he can utilise this version of Rashford, starting him against both Albania and Latvia.He may not have lit up Wembley but it was a return to the  international scene after a year, following his omission from Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 squad. A big step back.Rashford was grinning from ear to ear as he walked back across the Deepdale pitch on Sunday, clutching his man-of-the-match trophy after ending his 120-day goal drought with an FA Cup double against Preston.The first was a nonchalant finish, pulling off into space to steer home with conviction and ease, while his penalty second was stroked in with similar certainty.Plenty of United supporters will be asking where that version of Rashford had been for the previous 18 months.What he wants to do next is down to him.He could turn the Villa loan into a permanent move, potentially make himself a summer target for Europe’s elite clubs, or even choose to put Amorim under the spotlight at Old Trafford.The Portuguese might have been slightly disingenuous saying he was “happy when our players are playing well on loan”, although a  successful finish to Rashford’s spell at Villa Park could add to his sale price if there is no way back.Remarkably, the forward’s last Champions League goal was 3½ years ago, the first as United came from two-down to beat Atalanta 3-2 at Old Trafford.There could be no better time for him to end that statistic than back in Paris next week. Seizing the moment. Seizing the day.Read More on The SunVilla would benefit. So would England. But most of all, Rashford himself.Go out and show us, Marcus. More

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      Nottingham Forest vs Man Utd: Get Forest at massive 40/1 to win tonight at Parimatch

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      PARIMATCH have a massive price boost for the Premier League’s return at the City Ground tonight when Nottingham Forest host Manchester United.The bookmaker is offering brand new customers the chance to back Champions League-chasing Forest at a SENSATIONAL 40/1 to claim the three points over Ruben Amorim’s mid-table United!How to claim..Parimatch offerVisit the Parimatch website using this link HERE*Register a new account and deposit a minimum of £5Opt In to this promotion via the Offers tabPlace a maximum £1 bet at the normal price on Nottingham Forest to beat Manchester United tonightThis MUST be done before the match startsIf you’re successful, your bet will be paid at a normal priceYou will then have the extra amount credited in Free Bets, shortly after settlementNottm Forest to beat Man Utd | 40/1!*Nottingham Forest to win at 40/1 – how to claim…Not currently got a Parimatch account? Why not!? Luckily, it’s good news for you as now you can back Nottingham Forest to beat Manchester United tonight at a massive 40/1!And they have made it so very simple to claim too.First, head over to the Parimatch website using this link HERE*.Opt In to this promotion via the Offers tab before placing your bet!You need to register a completely brand new account and deposit a minimum of £5.Place a maximum £1 bet at the normal price on Nottingham Forest to beat Manchester United in the Premier League, which returns tonight.This must be done before kick-off at the City Ground.If you’re successful, your bet will be paid at the normal price.You will then have the extra amount credited in Free Bets, shortly after settlement, bringing your total returns up to the enhanced price of 40/1!Nottm Forest to beat Man Utd | 40/1!*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 – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*18+ New Customers Only. Opt in, bet max £1 on Nottingham Forest – Match Betting – 90 mins v Manchester United. Get enhanced odds paid in Free Bets, which expire in 7 days after accreditation. Offer valid until 20:00 UK time on 01/04/2025. Scroll down for T&Cs. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly  More

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      Moment Chelsea flop is attacked on pitch by his own club mascot after Bundesliga clash

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      EX-CHELSEA star Michy Batshuayi came off second best after tussling with his team’s beloved club mascot.The Belgian striker currently plays for Eintracht Frankfurt in the German Bundesliga. Former Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi has tussled with a Golden EagleCredit: GettyThe 31-year-old joined the club in January after a spell in TurkeyCredit: GettyThe Belgian was hit hard in the face by Frankfurt’s mascot AttilaCredit: Instagram @eintrachtfrankfurtBatshuayi’s career has been eclectic, involving stints in England, Belgium, France, Turkey and Spain.He’s now trying to find the net in Germany following a January move to Frankfurt, but he doesn’t appear to have made friends with their beloved Eagle mascot Attila.Known as the King of the Skies, the bird of prey has been a regular at games since 2005. Eintracht scraped to a 1-0 win over Stuttgart on Saturday to keep their European push alive. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAfter the game, Batshuayi – an unused sub – approached Attila on the pitch as he was being paraded by his handler.The Belgian stood too close to the Golden Eagle, who suddenly lashed out hard with its giant wing.Batshuayi was struck square in the face – but Attila’s handler simply burst out laughing. One fan laughed in response: “Bird is just testing his reflexes.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnother wrote: “Now he is blessed by Atilla.”While a third joked: “The eagle got his revenge on him for what he did to Besiktas.”Former Chelsea star Demba Ba talks about his role as director of football of USL Batshuayi began his career at Standard Liege before banging in the goals for Marseille in France.He earned a big-money move to Chelsea in 2016, arriving for a fee of £33.2 million.Batshuayi struggled for consistent game time at the Bridge, despite scoring 25 times in 77 games.He was shipped out on loan to Dortmund, Valencia and Crystal Palace.The 31-year-old joined Fenerbahce in Turkey’s Super Lig on a permanent deal in 2022.He enjoyed a spell at cross-town Istanbul rivals Galatasaray earlier this season before returning to Germany in January. Batshuayi has played five times in the Bundesliga, netting twice. More

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      ‘No, that’s your party’ – Newcastle stars were BANNED from drinking during open top bus parade, reveals Alan Shearer

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      NEWCASTLE UNITED players were BANNED from drinking during their Carabao Cup celebrations last weekend.Eddie Howe’s troops paraded the trophy, which they pipped runaway Prem leaders Liverpool to last month, in front of hundreds of thousands of jubilant Geordies last Saturday.Newcastle United celebrated their Carabao Cup final win over Liverpool with an open-top bus paradeCredit: SPLASHBut manager Eddie Howe banned the players from drinking any booze during the celebrationsCredit: REXThe Magpies were the picture of happiness as they took an open-top bus around the city.But it was a sober one for the players as Howe didn’t want them nursing prolonged hangovers for their clash with Brentford tomorrow.Toon legend Alan Shearer revealed on the Rest is Football podcast: “They’ve got Brentford on Wednesday and they trained yesterday.“They’re training today, they’re training Monday, they’re training Tuesday, and they’re training Wednesday morning as well.READ MORE SPORTS NEWS”Because Eddie had taken them to Dubai and he said, ‘No, that’s your party.’“And they weren’t allowed to drink yesterday or last evening. “None of them went to the afterparty. He got them back straight in and focused.”Newcastle’s capturing of the Carabao Cup ended their 70-year wait for a domestic trophy.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSToon legend Alan Shearer revealed Eddie Howe’s laying down of the law to his playersCredit: REXAnd club legend Shearer was emotional during Saturday’s celebrations as he lamented his late father, Alan Sr, not being able to see the club lift the trophy.He said: “Yeah, unfortunately, my dad passed away last May.’I wish he would have hung on for one more year’ Alan Shearer chokes up in tribute to his dad at Newcastle parade”He was lucky enough to be at the [Inter-Cities Fairs Cup] final in ’69.”I just wish he could have hung on for one more year just to see and sample this.”But he would have been watching on and would’ve been as proud as I was.” More

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      Former Barcelona goalkeeper rushed into emergency surgery after horror injury left him vomiting in ambulance

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      EX-BARCELONA goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen was rushed to hospital where he underwent emergency surgery following a horror collision.The Dutch goalkeeper, who currently plays for LaLiga side Las Palmas, was vomiting in the back of an ambulance.Jasper Cillessen suffered an agonising collision with Borja IglesiasCredit: GettyThe Dutchman currently plays for La Liga outfit Las PalmasCredit: RexCillessen was left writhing in pain on the floor after taking a knee to the lower abdomenCredit: RexCillessen was stretchered off and taken to hospital where he reportedly underwent surgeryCredit: GettyWhile playing in goal for the Gran Canaria club against Celta Vigo on Monday night he suffered a sickening injury.Cillessen, 35, came out of his goal to challenge a through ball and clashed with Vigo forward Borja Iglesias.The incident in the 23rd minute saw Iglesais unable to arrest his momentum before his knee struck the goalkeeper’s lower abdomen.It left Cillessen writhing in pain on the floor and unable to continue playing.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was eventually replaced by substitute goalkeeper Dinko Horkas in the 27th minute.However, Cillessen was then taken to hospital, where he was diagnosed with a minor intestinal injury.From there, Marca report he was transferred to another hospital with better equipment.Meanwhile, Movistar LaLiga on COPE’s El Partidazo reporter Isaac Fouto claimed Cillessen was even vomiting after his collision before being taken to hospital.Most read in FootballEl Chiringuito reported Cillessen then underwent emergency surgery in Vigo for a perforated intestine.He is said to be in a stable condition following the surgery.The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with sub goalie Horkas pulling off a string of saves to keep his team in the game.Las Palmas are currently 19th in the Spanish top flight, but are just one point off of safety. More

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      Kyle Walker gives brutal seven-word warning to Chelsea flop Joao Felix during AC Milan loss

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      KYLE WALKER fired a brutal warning at Chelsea flop Joao Felix during AC Milan’s most recent loss.The defender joined the Italian giants on loan from Manchester City in January.Kyle Walker delivered a brutal half-time message to Joao FelixBut despite a promising start results have tailed off and Walker appears to have let his frustrations get the better of him.At half-time with Milan trailing Napoli 2-0, he had a few choice words to aim at Felix.As the pair headed towards the dressing room Walker called out to the Chelsea loanee to make him stop.Walker then appeared to say: “Pass the ball, we are not Messi.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMilan pulled one back through Luka Jovic in the 84th minute but it proved to be too little too late.They are struggling in ninth place in Serie A, nine points off a Champions League qualifying spot.Walker, 34, was unbeaten in his first four Milan matches although was subbed off at half-time against Hellas Verona.He then picked up a hamstring injury with Milan losing both the matches they played in his absence.Most read in FootballThat trend continued against Lazio as Walker made his return from the bench, but wins against Lecce and Como followed.Off the pitch the right-back recently signed a deal to model Hugo Boss underwear.Kyle Walker signs big money deal to model huge fashion brand’s underwear just like David Beckham More