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    Pep Guardiola drops biggest Kevin de Bruyne exit hint yet as Man City boss says ‘I’m sure he will be honest’

    PEP GUARDIOLA believes Kevin De Bruyne will choose to leave Manchester City when he is no longer a key player.The Belgian sees his contract up this summer and boss Guardiola said: “I’m pretty sure Kevin will be honest. Kevin De Bruyne will aim to go out at his best, says boss Pep GuardiolaCredit: EPA”He will want to finish here after this season or the next one, at his best.“I don’t think he will be here when he doesn’t feel he can be the Kevin that can produce and help the team like he has done in the last decade.“In these kind of situations — like with David Silva — he will decide the best for him and the team.“It’s maybe not playing every three days for 11 months but I’m pretty sure he has to play as the best Kevin as possible. Unfortunately with injuries he could not deliver that.”READ MORE MAN CITY NEWSDe Bruyne negotiated his last four-year deal — worth £66million — in 2021. With the help of two lawyers, but no agent, he used data analytics to highlight his value to City.He will be 34 in the summer and his last two seasons have been hit by  serious injuries.De Bruyne became City’s talisman and a Prem star over the last decade after making a £54m move from Wolfsburg in 2015. But injuries have restricted him to  just 25 starts since the start of the 2023-24 campaign.He will be targeted by clubs in the MLS and Saudi Arabia if he does decide to bring the curtain down on his Etihad stay.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe revealed he spoke with the club in the summer but then put talks on hold after a fresh groin injury.Asked what the future holds, he said: “Honestly, I don’t know. I unfortunately had that thing against Brentford. So I’ve put basically everything to the side. I was not in the right frame of mind.Pep Guardiola agrees new two-year contract with Man City “I was hoping to be out for a couple of days and it ended up being eight or nine weeks. So for the moment I’d rather get better first and see how I am and the rest will come.“There’s no rush. Talks will come and if they don’t it’s my last year.”If he does stay, KDB now knows he can carry on working with Guardiola who last week signed a new two-year deal at the Etihad.Asked if that would be a factor, he said: “It could help. But maybe he’ll  say ‘Kevin, thank you. Time to leave’.” More

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    Ruben Amorim’s mark out of ten for Man Utd stars at Ipswich revealed with players left in no doubt about tough job ahead

    RUBEN AMORIM gave Manchester United five out of ten for Sunday’s performance at Ipswich.The coach looked frustrated as the Red Devils struggled in the 1-1 draw — his first game in charge — against the Premier League new boys.Ruben Amorim watched his side draw 1-1 with Ipswich in his opening game in chargeCredit: PAIt was a frustrating afternoon for Garnacho and his fellow Red DevilsCredit: RexAmorim delivered his verdict on the average display in the Portman Road dressing room, where he also revealed he was blown away by the intensity of the top flight.A source said: “Amorim said their performance was a five out of ten.”He was impressed with Ipswich and thought the game was played at an incredible intensity.”But he added that it showed just how much United need to improve.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFormer Sporting Lisbon boss Amorim, who replaced axed Erik ten Hag as boss this month, is realistic about the major task ahead of him.But he warned his players that they must improve and learn quickly.The Portuguese, 39, acknowledged that if 18th-placed Ipswich are one of the Prem’s lesser teams, then it showed the job he has on his hands to turn Man Utd’s fortunes around.He took his first training session last Monday, with the international break only halfway through.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMarcus Rashford scored the first goal of the Amorim era after just 81 secondsCredit: RexCaptain Bruno Fernandes struggled at Portman Road on Sunday eveningCredit: GettyMan Utd player ratings vs Ipswich The source added: “He was critical of one or two players for losing the ball and not being in the right positions.”But he also said, ‘Some of you I’ve had for two days, some two weeks’, so he was realistic.”He did say they were going to have to learn quickly.”Man Utd ratings vs Ipswich as Onana saves Amorim from embarrassment in first game as bossMANCHESTER UNITED began the Ruben Amorim era with a 1-1 draw away at Ipswich.Marcus Rashford needed just 81 seconds to put the Red Devils in front at Portman Road, tapping home an Amad Diallo cross.But Ipswich hit back when Omari Hutchinson’s strike flew in via a deflection off Noussair Mazraoui.And it was the newly-promoted side who looked likelier to get a winner in the second half.Here is how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett saw the performances of the Man Utd players…ANDRE ONANA – 7/10United’s best player. Two key stops to deny Liam Delap but no chance for the deflected Omari Hutchinson goal.Then delivered an 87th minute save to keep out an effort from Conor Chaplin.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI – 5Slotted in on the right of the three-man defence but unfortunate with the deflection for the goal.MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 5Has been suspect this season and will probably be better suited to a back three although still given a tough time by Delap.JONNY EVANS – 5The 36-year-old was targeted by Ipswich for his lack of pace and no surprise he was replaced.AMAD DIALLO – 6Did incredibly well to bomb past Jens Cajuste and deliver the cross for Rashford’s early goal but offered little else.CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 5Some nice touches going forward but too lightweight in this position in front of the back three.CASEMIRO – 4Lucky to start ahead of Manuel Ugarte and was really poor.Struggled throughout before being subbed and could maybe have got a block to the Hutchinson shot.DIOGO DALOT – 5Not suited to left wing-back although stayed there when Luke Shaw arrived because the English international replaced Evans in the back three.BRUNO FERNANDES – 5Some of his link-up play was fine but United need a captain who can inspire this team and Fernandes is not the man.Sent a free-kick flashing past the post with 12 minutes left.ALEJANDRO GARNACHO – 5Twice called over by Ruben Amorim in the first half for instructions.Denied by a decent save from Aro Muric 50 seconds into the second half.MARCUS RASHFORD – 6Criticised for his basketball trip to New York so to score after 80 seconds was two fingers up at his critics – but did not offer much after that.SubsUgarte (for Casemiro 56 mins) – 6Shaw (for Evans 56 mins) – 6Hojlund (for Rashford 67 mins) – 5Zirkzee ( for Eriksen 67 mins) – 5Mount (for Garnacho 87 mins) – 5 More

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    Newcastle 0 West Ham 2: Aaron Wan-Bissaka hits rare Premier League goal as Hammers secure shock win on Tyneside

    NEWCASTLE’S fine form came to a screeching halt as West Ham pulled one out of the bag to potentially save Julen Lopetegui’s job.Eddie Howe’s side could have climbed into the top six with a win over the struggling Hammers.Tomas Soucek was on target as West Ham beat Newcastle 2-0Credit: GettyAaron Wan-Bissaka also netted to bag the Hammers a much-needed winCredit: AFPBut Tomas Soucek and Aaron Wan-Bissaka came up trumps to stun the Toon and earn a huge win for their under-pressure boss that lifted them to six points from danger.Toon started fast and Alexander Isak had the ball in the net after peeling off the last man and dinking it over Lukasz Fabianski only for an offside flag to ruin the party.But the Hammers knocked the stuffing right out of them in the tenth minute.Soucek was given the freedom of St. James’ as he escaped Lloyd Kelly, in for the suspended Dan Burn, and headed home Emerson Palmieri’s outswinging corner.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis was not part of the script, but it was just the start Spaniard Lopetegui had dreamed about.And he was kicking every ball in his technical area throughout an animated first half performance that led to him being booked for dissent by referee Craig Pawson.That was his third caution of the campaign and he’ll now have to serve a touchline ban and miss Arsenal’s visit on Saturday.Not that he cared one jot at the time as he continued to bark orders at his side while Toon could only muster a curling effort from Joe Willock that went wide.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIt was all feeling rather flat from those in Black and White and it could have got even worse as the visitors nearly doubled their advantage when Carlos Soler, replacing Guido Rodriguez, shot round the post.Despite needing a new passport following his drama in the international break returning from Ghana, the tireless Michail Antonio was left requiring a shirt here.Meet West Ham wonderkid Kaelan CaseyAfter what seemed like his 100th tussle with the defence, he emerged with a huge rip right down the middle of his jersey, and he revelled in the minute or so it took for him to change it while the game was stopped.Longstaff headed straight at Fabianski while Lewis Hall’s drive and shot got the locals back off their seats.But both Anthony Gordon and Isak blew chances to go in level at the break.Soucek headed West Ham into the lead against the run of playCredit: AFPThe goal galvanised the visitors as they grew in confidenceCredit: RexThe England winger capitalised on Jean-Clair Todibo’s poor clearance inside the area.However, his strike was saved by the leg of the Hammers goalie before the striker had an effort deflected wide.Harvey Barnes came on for Willock at the break and teed up Gordon to drag an effort off target.Wan-Bissaka’s second-half shot doubled West Ham’s leadCredit: AlamyThe Hammers never looked back after going two goals upCredit: GettyBut any momentum was soon cut short as West Ham doubled their lead eight minutes after the restart.Lucas Paqueta won the ball back and Jarrod Bowen broke and found Wan-Bissaka on the underlap. The ex-Manchester United full-back took a touch before firing across goal and into the far corner.Pope then saved from Bowen as things threatened to get worse before Sandro Tonali and Jacob Murphy came on along with Callum Wilson, making his first appearance of the season after injury.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut even that trio could not conjure up some magic for the Magpies, despite the returning forward being convinced he should have had a penalty when bundled over by Konstantinos Mavropanos.That leaves them sat in tenth, while Lopetegui lives to fight another day at West Ham.Julen Lopetegui will have been a relieved man after West Ham’s solid performanceCredit: RexEddie Howe was disappointed to see Toon’s winning run come to an endCredit: Getty More

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    What is Baller League? Format and rules, UK start date, plus who is playing in John Terry and KSI’s big tournament

    BALLER LEAGUE football is coming to the UK after a blockbuster announcement including KSI and an array of football legends.The six-a-side spectacular has been a success in Germany – where it was set up by Mats Hummels and Lukas Podolski – and now makes its way to these shores.Gary Lineker, Micah Richards and Alan Shearer are managing a teamCredit: Baller LeagueYouTuber-turned-boxer KSI has been unveiled as the president of the UK version, with streaming sensation ishowspeed guiding the US.A stunning advert which mimics the famous Nike Brazil ad from the 1998 World Cup has revealed football legends such as John Terry and Luis Figo will act as managers of teams.Match of the Day alumni Gary Lineker, Micah Richards and Alan Shearer will also take charge of a team, as will Arsenal Invincibles Freddie Ljungberg, Jens Lehmann and Robert Pires.It will be Lineker’s first new role since announcing he is leaving MOTD at the end of the season.Sidemen stars Miniminter and Tobi, plus YouTuber AngryGinge will also manage a team.KSI will be the Baller League UK presidentCredit: Baller LeagueOnly Ronaldinho and Speed have been announced for the US version so far.Trials are taking place in London and Manchester for the players who can be recently retired pros, futsal players, free agents or released academy players.Baller League CEO, Felix Starck said: “Baller League is a brand new way to consume football.Most read in Football”We’re redefining how the game is played by bringing an exhilarating and authentic approach to football, and one that will appeal to current fans along with future generations.”Baller League is all about forward-thinking, aggressive, hyper-exciting football. We’re about creating a version of the game that’s impossible to ignore – thrilling, bold and packed with excitement.”John Terry has been announced for the UK versionCredit: Baller LeagueWhile Ronaldinho will take part in the USCredit: Baller LeagueWhat is Baller League?Baller League is a weekly indoor football tournament – consisting of legendary footballers and YouTube stars managing the teams.12 teams will play in six-a-side matches, with the top four teams of the league advancing to the final playoff in May to be crowned the champion.The entertaining format will be similar to Gerard Pique’s Kings League from Spain.Each match will be live streamed with Chunkz set to host a weekly show, with more broadcasting announcements to follow.When is Baller League coming to UK?It has been announced that Baller League is coming to the UK in March 2025.What are the Baller League rules?Matches will be played in a six-a-side format on an smaller indoor pitch.Each half set to last 15 minutes.Shock rule twists to be introduced for the final three minutes of each half including a three vs three format, long-range goals counting as double, and goalkeepers not allowed to use their hands.MLS style one-vs-one penalties to be used.12 teams in the league with the top four going through to the playoffs.League set to start in March 2025, with the final four playoff in May to crown the winner. More

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    Bobby Moore’s family launching legal bid to get back his lost 1966 World Cup shirt worth £1m

    BOBBY Moore’s family is launching legal action to get his missing 1966 World Cup shirt back, The Sun can reveal.The England legend’s ex-wife Tina and daughter Roberta said lawyers have suggested “urgent” court proceedings against private collector Neville Evans.Bobby Moore’s family is launching legal action to get his missing 1966 World Cup shirt back, The Sun can revealCredit: PAEx-wife Tina, left, and daughter Roberta said lawyers have suggested ‘urgent’ court proceedings against private collector Neville EvansCredit: RexTina was married to Bobby from 1962 to 1986Credit: Getty – ContributorNeville Evans has refused to confirm or deny if he has the shirt in his private collectionThe Sun yesterday revealed bombshell claims that the top, said to be worth more than £1million, was part of his National Football Shirt Collection.But Evans has refused to confirm or deny it, despite pressure from Tina, who says it vanished from the attic of their home in Chigwell, Essex, in the 1990s.There is no suggestion the motorbike tyre tycoon acquired it illegally but a close relative told our source: “Neville has it.”Last night the Moores revealed they had hired international dispute lawyers Candey to help get it back.Read More on SportThey said they have “brought a confidential legal action” and urged Evans to “tell us what he knows”.Tina added: “Our lawyers have suggested we might want to consider bringing court proceedings against Neville Evans urgently.”Evans, 61, who lives in a £2million mansion in Aberystwyth, West Wales, co-wrote Three Lions on a Shirt: The Official History of the England Football Jersey. The FA, who commissioned it last year, contacted Tina to say Bobby’s top will be in it. Most read in FootballBut the pic was pulled after a legal wrangle.Tina, married to Bobby from 1962 to 1986, said last night: “It is without doubt a major breakthrough that someone has finally been identified who can help us determine the shirt’s actual whereabouts.”Bobby Moore’s lost 1966 World Cup shirt worth £1m tracked down to Wales after going missing for 30 yearsHowever Evans’ associates could also shed no light on it. Collection curator Simon Shakeshaft was said to be too unwell to come to the door at his home in Hertfordshire.His wife Tracey told The Sun: “It’s a mystery isn’t it?”Evans’ co-author Daren Burney, a property developer from Essex, said: “I have nothing to say on the matter.”Bobby, who played 108 times for England, died in 1993 aged 51. More

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    Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario undergoes surgery after playing an HOUR with broken ankle in 4-0 win at Man City

    GUGLIELMO VICARIO has had surgery on a fractured ankle – after revealing he played for an hour with the injury at the Etihad.The Tottenham keeper needed on-pitch treatment and “gave absolutely everything” in a 4-0 win at Manchester City – but now faces a long lay-off.Guglielmo Vicario could face a lengthy time out following an opCredit: RexVicario says he gave all his had and is already itching to returnVicario’s top-class saves thwarted Erling Haaland in particular as Ange Postecoglou’s men stunned the Prem champs on Saturday.But Spurs have confirmed the Italian had an operation two days later.Vicario responded on Instagram: “Sometimes football gives you its highs and sometimes it challenges you in ways you don’t expect.”I played 60 minutes at the Etihad with a broken ankle.. giving absolutely everything I had for the team.READ MORE TOTTENHAM NEWS”Unfortunately there was no way round this one… I needed surgery… See you soon on the pitch.”Spurs said on Monday night: “We can confirm that Guglielmo Vicario has today undergone surgery for a fracture of his right ankle.”Guglielmo will be assessed by our medical staff to determine when he can return to training. We’re all behind you, Vic.”The £17million stopper has gradually settled into Prem football after joining from Empoli in June 2023.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd he was prominent after, as well as during, Saturday’s sizzling but surprise success against Pep Guardiola’s men.Vicario hailed victory on social media with a message that many thought was aimed at his doubters.’Stupid’ Bentancur DESERVES ban after racist remark about Tottenham captain Son Heung-minHe wrote: “A lot of noise recently.. but this is why we do it. Great win away from home. #COYS @SpursOfficial.”Tottenham supporters have since rallied round after news of his surgery.One posted: “Now our fans are really gonna learn to respect him.”And others are worried by the club’s rising number of injuries.One said: “Not good… That win could come at a huge cost especially as we already are down 4-5 players.”Richarlison and virus-hit 17-year-old Mikey Moore are amongst the victims.And Rodrigo Bentancur has been banned for seven games following a racist comment about Spurs team-mate Son Heung-min.Meanwhile, Vicario added in his post-op Instagram post on Monday: “I’m disappointed I won’t be able to help the team for a while.READ MORE SUN STORIES”A massive thank you to the doctors and the staff. The operation went well, and from tomorrow I’ll be working hard to come back stronger, fitter, and ready to give my all for you again.””Thank you to the Spurs fans for all the love.” More

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    Newcastle vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Premier League updates as Toon look to keep up winning run against struggling Irons

    NEWCASTLE host West Ham in a blockbuster Premier League clash TONIGHT.The Toon are searching for a third straight win in the top flight after impressive triumphs over Arsenal and Nottingham Forest in recent weeks.While the Julen Lopetegui era at West Ham has gotten off to a rocky start, with the Hammers looking over their shoulders ahead of kick-off.Kick off time: 8pm GMTTV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Premier LeagueLive stream: Sky Sports app/NOWFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below… More

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    Sky Sports investigate Roy Keane row with Ipswich fan with bosses set to talk to fellow pundits Jamie Redknapp and Co

    SKY SPORTS chiefs have asked Roy Keane’s pundit pals to help them investigate the former Ireland midfielder’s scrape with a fan.Keane was on post-match pitchside duty after Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Ipswich when he was verbally accosted by a home supporter.Sky Sports chiefs are investigating Roy Keane’s apparent row with an Ipswich fanCredit: https://x.com/adenLFC4lifeKeane’s fellow pundit pals have been asked for their accounts of the incidentThe former Portman Road boss, who had two seasons in charge of the Suffolk side, was angered by the comments and caught on camera telling his verbal assailant “I’ll wait for you in the car park”.Ipswich security staff then intervened to take the supporter away.Yesterday, Ipswich fan Neil Finbow claimed on social media that he had been the subject of Keane’s ire.In his Facebook account, Finbow wrote: “New claim to fame – just been offered out into the carpark by Roy Keane after a few choice words.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Even Jamie Redknapp had to come over to get him away – just ya average Sunday evening out.”Responding to a comment, he then allegedly wrote: “I was reminding him that he set us back five years and ruined our football club. I also mentioned how he wasn’t fit to step foot anywhere near our ground [Portman Road].”Oh, and I mentioned about him walking out on a World Cup and breaking Haaland’s leg and putting it in his autobiography.”I hate the bloke, and that’s been boiling up since he got sacked all those years ago.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFinbow went on to write in a further comment: “The truth hurts, mate. I feel sick when I look at him.”He went on to say that Keane argued with another fan and that his car park comment may have been taken out of context.He told the Daily Mail: “The argument all stemmed from an issue with his children. The fan’s issue was about getting autographs back in the day when he was the manager here. The guy was basically saying Roy Keane ruled with fear. “You could see him pointing to the car park because that is where the autographs were done, and that’s where he had the issue with Roy all those years ago. So, it makes sense they were pointing over there.”He added: “What Roy said back could have been misconstrued. He might have wanted to talk in the car park as that’s where it all happened.”It’s hard to tell. But yeah, he could have meant ‘I’ll talk to you in the car park,’ but it came across as if he was inviting him out [for a fight].”Man Utd player ratings vs Ipswich Former Ipswich boss Keane clashed with the fan after Man Utd’s 1-1 draw at Portman RoadThe fan posted details of their conversation on social mediaCredit: https://x.com/adenLFC4lifeIt was the second incident involving Keane and supporters in 15 months.In June, Arsenal fan Scott Law was given a three-year banning order by magistrates and ordered to pay £764 after butting Keane after a dispute in a lounge at the Emirates Stadium after the Gunners’ win over United in September.READ MORE SUN STORIESSky Sports executives have now asked Keane’s pundit duty colleagues – Redknapp, Izzy Christensen and presenter Kelly Cates – as well as production staff on duty to give their accounts of the incident so that a full picture can be given.At this stage, though, Sun Sport understands that no further action is expected while there have been no internal discussions about Keane being given extra security support in future.Amorim needs A LOT of time on training pitch to fix Man Utd… unfortunately he won’t get it, writes Charlie WyettIN theory at least, the only way is up for Manchester United, writes Charlie Wyett.We are nearly a third of the way through this Premier League season and it is still staggering to see United lurking in 12th place.They have managed just four wins with a goal difference of 0. Only Everton, Crystal Palace and Southampton have scored less.It is certainly not a false position and a point at Ipswich illustrated the massive job that Ruben Amorim faces.United’s fans sang the name of their new manager throughout the game.They also gave the players rapturous applause on the final whistle and although this was an improvement on some of the performances this season, the bar has been set pretty low.The club’s optimistic supporters will see that their team is only six points off the top four.  Ultimately, though, it is difficult to see United even reaching last season’s final position of eighth as they look worse.United’s patched-up defence will improve – and a three-man formation at the back will help them – but you have to wonder where the goals are going to come from. Marcus Rashford struck after 81 seconds and then went missing for the rest of his 68 minutes on the pitch.Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee were also introduced in that double change midway inside the second half but added absolutely nothing. What a terrible couple of signings they have proved to be and United’s fans would swap both of them for Ipswich’s Liam Delap.Amorim did not celebrate the Rashford goal and paced around his technical area throughout looking uneasy.Each time there was a break in play, he called over players for instructions.Alejandro Garnacho headed over to the touchline on a couple of occasions while there were also words for Diogo Dalot, Casemiro and Jonny Evans.Amorim, a manager with infectious enthusiasm, will be hopeful he can get his message across to all of the players in the next few weeks.But the problem for the Portuguese coach is that this was the first of 10 games in the space of 33 days.What he really needs are spells on the training ground without a midweek game but he does not have that luxury. More