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      Tottenham star Pedro Porro has everyone utterly baffled with bizarre fact about how he empties his BINS

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      TOTTENHAM right-back Pedro Porro left fans totally confused after revealing the bizarre way he sorts out his bins.Spurs often ask their players random questions on their way into training as a form of social media content.Pedro Porro baffled fans with a claim about his binsCredit: X @SpursOfficialFans could not get their head around it despite him explaining it three timesCredit: X @SpursOfficialBut Porro’s latest remark on his way in left viewers utterly baffled.The Tottenham players were asked to spill an interesting fact about themselves.Various responses included Dominic Solanke revealing he could wiggle his ears and Djed Spence claiming he has six toes.However, nobody confused Lilywhites supporters quite as much as Porro.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Spaniard said: “I put the rubbish bin inside the rubbish bag instead of putting the bag inside the bin.”Porro made the comment in Spanish – and when he returned it was still unclear what he meant.He translated it on his phone and still it made no sense.Porro then pulled up a picture of a bin and insisted he puts it in a bag.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe then returned for a second time with another fact, translating it on his phone once more.It said: “I put liquid from the bat in the dishwasher.”Chelsea fans LOVE Eden Hazard’s reaction as Blues legend is pranked by barber with Tottenham shirtBut it was the comments about putting his bin in a bag that left those on social media completely turned around.One replied: “I’m going to need answers from Pedro Porro.”Another joked: “Is Porro on drugs 😭😭😭.”A third said: “He tried to explain it 12 times I’m still so confused.”While a fourth responded: “Every time you see Pedro, it’s impossible not to love him even more.”Earlier this week, it was revealed Porro will donate part of his salary to help with the clean-up of Valencia following horrendous floods. More

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      Inside Viktor Gyokeres’ glamorous life, from dating fellow footballer and actress to luxury holidays around world

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      VIKTOR GYOKERES loves a holiday almost as much as he loves scoring goals.The Sporting striker, 26, has gone from Championship striker to one of the world’s best in a whirlwind year.Viktor Gyokeres is living his best life on and off the pitchCredit: GettyThe striker makes sure to soak up plenty of sunrays at any opportunityCredit: InstagramAnd his start to the 2024-25 season saw the Swedish star bang in a whopping 23 goals in his first 17 games.That included three hat-tricks – with four against Estrela Amadora backed up with his emphatic treble past Manchester City four days later.His third goal on the night, his second from the penalty spot, wrapped up a memorable 4-1 win over Pep Guardiola’s side in Ruben Amorim’s final home game in charge of Sporting.And it was even more special for Gyokeres – because his glamorous girlfriend was in the stands to cheer him on.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLACTING UPEx-Brighton flop Gyokeres swapped Coventry for Lisbon in 2023 when he completed a club-record £16million transfer.And within a few months, he had seemingly found love.By early 2024, rumours started swirling around that he had started dating famous Portuguese actress Ines Aguiar.The brunette, two months younger than Gyokeres, has appeared in various TV shows over the years and even has a twin sister Joana who is also a star on screen.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGyokeres and Aguiar had kept their relationship under wraps but were spotted together at an airport in April, when the footballer allegedly came to pick her up.However, she broke their cover on the famous night in November when she posted a video on her Instagram story to her 164,000 followers of her man firing home his spot-kick in the Champions League.Who is Sporting’s masked man Viktor Gyokeres Gyokeres is dating Portuguese actress Ines AguiarCredit: InstagramThe couple kept their relationship under wraps for monthsCredit: InstagramAguiar posted a video on Instagram of Gyokeres scoringCredit: Instagram @inesvarzeaaguiarPREVIOUS STRIKE PARTNERBefore getting together with Aguiar, Gyokeres previously dated a fellow footballer.He was with Amanda Nilden as the pair started out their professional careers in their homeland of Sweden.And when Gyokeres signed for Brighton in January 2018, Nilden also made the transfer to England’s south coast as she joined the women’s team.However, two years later, Nilden – ironically born five days before Aguiar – left Sussex for Eskilstuna United back in Sweden.In 2021, though, she headed to Italian giants Juventus and then in 2024 returned to England with Tottenham.Gyokeres used to date Amanda Nilde and they even moved to Brighton at the same timeCredit: @bpfotbollThe pair are both from Sweden and became professional footballersCredit: InstagramNilden is now playing for Tottenham in the Women’s Super LeagueCredit: RexThat came after a stint in Italy with JuventusCredit: InstagramGYOK THE JET-SETTERGyokeres has already played in Sweden, England, Germany, Wales and Portugal during his footballing career.But he can tick plenty more countries off his checklist thanks to his plethora of luxury holidays.The forward regularly takes to Instagram to give his fans a glimpse at all his downtime trips.He headed to Mykonos with his friends in the summer of 2023 but tends to keep the location of his vacations secret.Although for one stunning snap of him topless posing in the sea in his swimming trunks and sunglasses, Gyokeres hilariously tagged the location as Solihull in the West Midlands.But in the background is a Rixos Hotel – with the upmarket chain only found in Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Montenegro and Mexico.Gyokeres regularly posts snaps from his holidaysCredit: InstagramHe hilariously tagged this stunning photo as in SolihullCredit: InstagramThe footballer enjoyed a boys’ trip to Mykonos in the summer of 2024Credit: InstagramGyokeres posted this idyllic photo from another vacationCredit: InstagramFRIENDS AND FAMILY MANAs mentioned, Gyokeres tries to spend as much time with his friends as possible.He came through the same IF Brommapojkarna youth academy as Tottenham star Dejan Kulusevski but is particularly close with Isac Lidberg – another Swedish forward.The pair were team-mates in the Sweden youth set-up, with Lidberg now playing his club football in Germany with Darmstadt 98.But Gyokeres – the long-term national team successor to Zlatan Ibrahimovic – also heads back to Sweden whenever he can, including his hometown Stockholm.He has a special bond with his father Stefan who worked as a youth-team coach when Gyokeres was younger and learning his trade as a junior footballer.Gyokeres came through at Aspudden-Tellus before breaking through at BrommapojkarnaCredit: Aspudden-TellusViktor is very close with his dad and mentor Stefan GyokeresHe enjoys catching up with friends over dinner in LisbonCredit: InstagramThe striker heads back to Stockholm whenever he canCredit: InstagramSECRET CELEBRATIONWhile Gyokeres’ cover may have been blown over his relationship with Aguiar, he remains coy over his trademark celebration.After hitting the net time and time again, the goal machine covers his mouth with both hands interlocking.Former Coventry team-mate Josh Eccles appeared to expose the meaning, suggesting it was a reference to film character Hannibal Lecter.However, Gyokeres revealed that theory was incorrect.He told a Swedish newspaper: “There were lots of guesses… There was Hannibal Lecter and Batman and everything possible, but nobody got it right.“No-one came close. Yes, it’s a secret. I can clarify that, but not today.”Other suggestions include a nod to comic character Bane, especially because he has quoted the masked DC superhero.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Gyokeres is yet to go public with the real explanation.And he may well do so when playing in the Premier League – with Amorim potentially going to lure his star man with him to Old Trafford once he has taken over as Manchester United boss.Gyokeres celebrates with this trademark move – but has kept the meaning a secretCredit: GettyHe denied it has anything to do with Hannibal LecterCredit: Alamy More

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      Neymar at risk of being made UNEMPLOYED as Al-Hilal ‘consider ripping up his £2.5million-a-week contract’

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      NEYMAR is at risk of having his contract ripped up by Al-Hilal, according to reports.The superstar has struggled since his blockbuster move to Saudi Arabia.Al-Hilal could rip up Neymar’s contractCredit: GettyHe has been hit by injuries with an ACL tear keeping him sidelined for a year.Neymar, 32, made a return to action last month but featured in just two matches, for a grand total of 42 minutes, before picking up another injury.He has now been ruled out for three weeks with a muscle problem.And now Al-Hilal are considering getting rid of the Brazilian in January, six months before his contract expires, according to Brazilian outlet UOL.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAl-Hilal splashed £77.6million on Neymar but could be keen to get rid of his astronomical salary, understood to be worth £2.5m-a-week.If Neymar leaves he could return to Brazil, and possibly to Santos where he began his career.Al-Hilal club chiefs have been left frustrated and “fed up” with some of his off-field behaviour, with a club source revealing of it had been seen as “unprofessional” – a suggestion Neymar is yet to respond to.During his time out Neymar focused on things off the pitch, adding to his property portfolio by buying a £7m private island off the coast of Brazil.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe is said to be closing in on a deal to snap up Japao Private Island.Its Canadian owner is said to have sparked Neymar’s interest after slashing the asking price by more than £3million to get a quick sale.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn square up as Neymar ‘acts like guest referee’ in baffling scenes More

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      Andoni Iraola is everything you’d want in a manager… after horror start Spaniard has Cherries on fast-track to Europe

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      WHEN Andoni Iraola failed to win any of his first nine Premier League games as Bournemouth boss, some critics claimed he was on the verge of the sack.But Cherries chiefs believed in Iraola so much that they considered giving him a new contract to shut the doubters up – and their faith has been justified in spades.Andoni Iraola is leading a revolution on the South Coast with BournemouthCredit: GettyThe Cherries continued their fine form with a win over champions Man City last weekCredit: GettySince Bournemouth lost 2-1 at home to former boss Gary O’Neil and Wolves on October 21, 2023 – with 10 men and to an 88th-minute goal, by the way – their form has been excellent.Across 39 games, in other words just over a season, they have won 60 points – the sixth-highest total.Only Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Aston Villa are ahead of them in that table, which means Newcastle, Manchester United and Tottenham are all behind.The Cherries’ success is a vindication of their early trust in Iraola and the way he and they have transformed the team into one of the most exciting in the Premier League.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd they are continuing to evolve this season.Statistics show that Bournemouth are developing as an attacking force. They have generated the fourth most shots, crosses and overall passes into the box, and are joint top for high turnovers leading to shots.Their goal tally of 13 is a bit off their xG of 16.42.Most read in FootballBut the finish by club record signing Evanilson to put them 2-0 up against champions City last weekend suggests Bournemouth are capable of putting the cherry on top of their attacking intensity more often.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd having failed to beat any of last season’s top six in 2023/4, they have won against City and Arsenal, and drawn with Aston Villa, in their last three games.How has Iraola done it? By all accounts, through the winning combination of being a top coach and a top bloke.Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese modelTo stop afternoon team meetings and video analysis sessions becoming too intense, he breaks them up with outbreaks of fun.Players enjoy games of football bingo in which a website generates a card with categories like “played under Jose Mourinho” or “won the top flight in England”, and then produces names of players which have to be matched.Iraola seems to have the full house of qualities you would want in a manager and coach.On the training ground, ably assisted by coaches Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper, he is hands-on and full-on.He helps lay out the cones and boxes for drills and then takes charge, with balls under his arms and a whistle to his lips.It’s fair to say Iraola’s methods and style of play were a culture shock in the pre-season of summer 2023.At least one player confessed he was finding it all too different and too difficult.But now that same player is one of the top performers.Although you would expect the mood to be good in the current situation, Iraola’s squad seem genuinely to enjoy the high-intensity, risk-and-reward football he preaches.The head coach himself also acknowledges the stability and quality of his environment.Iraola has been given the support he needs, both to weather the early storm and to recruit the kind of players he wants.The loss of technical director Richard Hughes to Liverpool this year was not a surprise to the club and former captain Simon Francis stepped up to implement successfully a summer spree that had been well planned.Owner Bill Foley and the board have sanctioned more than £200m of spending since Iraola’s arrival.This year’s signings were offset in large part by the sale of Dominic Solanke to Tottenham for an initial £55m.Yet even without their top scorer from last season, the Cherries continue their rise towards the top.Beating the record top-flight points tally of 48 set in May already looks like a realistic aspiration.But no-one at Bournemouth is getting carried away, least of all Iraola.His first statement win as Cherries boss was a 3-0 victory at Manchester United in December last year – the club had never triumphed at Old Trafford before.Iraola knew how big it was because when he got home, his wife and two children, who didn’t usually get too caught up in football, were well aware of what had happened.But last weekend after the victory over City, he went back to an empty house because the family were back in Spain for half term.READ MORE SUN STORIESFamily man Iraola is in many ways a very normal guy. But what he has done in the last year at Bournemouth feels special.Despite the loss of Dominic Solanke, the Cherries continue to impressCredit: Rex More

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      Fears Cole Palmer will miss Arsenal clash as he’s absent from Chelsea training after Martinez’s horror challenge

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      COLE PALMER remains a doubt for Chelsea’s crunch home clash against rivals Arsenal on Sunday.The Blues’ brightest spark Palmer is yet to train this week after he was cut down by Lisandro Martinez in Chelsea’s drab 1-1 draw with Man Utd.Lisandro Martinez escaped a red card for his high tackle on Cole PalmerThe challenge could gave caused a serious injuryPalmer hasn’t trained with Chelsea this weekCredit: GettyIn stoppage time, Red Devils defender Martinez lived up to his “Butcher” name after he lunged into a tackle with Blues playmaker Palmer and caught him on the knee with this studs.Martinez escaped a red card following a review by VAR after Robert Jones’ initial on-field decision of a yellow card was upheld.Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was fuming with the decision and confirmed that Palmer was handed an ice pack in the dressing room.Palmer has not trained since the reckless challenge.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe club organised a precautionary scan for the England star to get official confirmation ahead of their meeting with Arsenal.But there could be an easy explanation for Palmer’s absence at Cobham.Palmer was never going to be involved in Thursday night’s Conference League tie due to not being named in the squad for the league phase.Nevertheless Maresca has offered some clarity in his pre-match press conference on Wednesday ahead of their clash against FC Noah.Most read in FootballEnzo Maresca was left fuming as Martinez avoided a red cardFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAsked if playing Palmer on Sunday would be a risk, Maresca said: “Yes, for sure. He didn’t train the last two days.”Hopefully he can be fit. The tackle, it is quite clear it was not a normal one. Hopefully he can be back.Cole Palmer’s reaction to being compared to Zola will make you feel old as fans say ‘he actually said that out loud?'”Cole didn’t train yesterday, we will see today if he is able to train with us. “Will he be fit for Arsenal? We hope so, we need to wait and seen and then decide.”Jadon Sancho, the summer signing from United, remains unavailable after suffering a knock in training.While Palmer’s absence would no doubt be huge, several stars could now be handed their chance at impressing in his place.One of those is Joao Felix, who is yet to start in the Premier League since rejoining the club for £45m from Atletico Madrid over the summer. Maresca said: “I feel a shame about Joao, but not only about Joao.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would like to give him more minutes in the Premier League. We need defensive balance.”We cannot play with Joao, Cole and Christopher Nkunku. I like to put all of them on the pitch but then you also have to defend.”Chelsea player ratings vs Man UtdCHELSEA came from a goal down to rescue a point at Old Trafford.Robert Sanchez brought down Rasmus Hojlund with 20 minutes remaining and Bruno Fernandes rolled in what looked to be a decisive spot kick.But Chelsea hit back swiftly as Moises Caicedo’s sweet strike flew into the bottom corner.Here is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield saw the performances of the Chelsea players in the 1-1 draw…Robert Sanchez – 3Made a few really good saves in the first half, and was much improved after a poor performance last time out against Newcastle.That was until he gave away a reckless penalty on Rasmus Hojlund, which was easily dispatched by Bruno Fernandes.His mistakes are starting to cost Chelsea time after time.Malo Gusto – 2Got in good positions in the first half, but was often wasteful when he got there.Was booked for a late challenge on Manuel Ugarte, before being hooked for Cucurella at half-time after an awful overall showing.Wesley Fofana – 6A strong performance at the back was marred only by the Frenchman letting Rasmus Hojlund escape him before winning a penalty for his side.Showed brilliant recovery pace throughout the game, and made some crucial challenges too.Levi Colwill – 6That was a strong defensive showing from the Chelsea number 6.For a player with a passing range as impressive as his is, it would’ve been nice to see him use it more as Chelsea looked for a goal.Reece James – 5Improved this week, but still showed signs of rustiness as he gave the ball away in dangerous positions a few times.More effective on the right side in Malo Gusto’s position, and more comfortable there as expected with Marc Cucurella on the left.Another 90 minutes in the tank is fantastic news for Chelsea fans.Moises Caicedo – 9Scored a certain contender for goal of the month with a sensational volley from the edge of the box to level the scoring for his side.Effective in breaking up play for the Blues once more, and showed why he is worthy of the £100m price tag Chelsea paid for him.Romeo Lavia – 8Another impressive midfield performance from the Belgian, who shows prowess beyond his years on and off the ball.Seems the perfect pivot partner for Moises Caicedo, and people need to start talking about how Manchester City let him go for peanuts.Noni Madueke – 6Unfortunate to hit the post in the 13th minute with a header following a corner.Worked hard defensively throughout the game too, but was unable to really put his creative abilities to the test.Cole Palmer – 7In the first half, his signature ‘Palmer touch’ got the away supporters off their feet, and he was Chelsea’s most creative outlet on the day.Unable to add another goal or assist to his impressive tally this season, but still had a solid showing.Pedro Neto – 5Showed flashes of brilliance on the left-hand side, and came close with a shot across goal in the second half.Was moved to the right-hand side in the second half, but it was much of the same from there.Nicolas Jackson – 5Pretty invisible up front for Chelsea today.Worked hard and tracked back well when required to, but fans were left confused as to why Christopher Nkunku was left on the bench.In fairness to him, could’ve had an assist if Enzo Fernandez could finish his dinner.SubsMarc Cucurella (for Gusto, 46 mins) – 5A solid showing on the left-hand side. Chelsea look a better team with him in the 11.Mykhailo Mudryk (for Madueke, 70 mins) – 4Tried to light things up on the left hand side, but his spark wasn’t enough to win the game for his side.Enzo Fernandez (for Lavia, 70 mins) – 2Missed an absolute sitter which would have won his team the game after coming on. Looks very short on confidence.Click here to read more Chelsea stories. More

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      Uefa make final decision over England punishment after fans’ controversial act during Ireland clash

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      BOTH the FA and the Football Association of Ireland have been fined following England’s Nations League clash with Ireland.The Three Lions won the match 2-0 in September thanks to goals from Jack Grealish and Declan Rice.The FA and FAI have both been hit with fines after Ireland’s game with EnglandCredit: GettySeptember’s game in Dublin was marred by several fan incidentsCredit: GettySupporters from both nations also booed the national anthemsCredit: GettyUefa have dished out fines after fans from both teams booed the national anthems at the Aviva Stadium.England supporters were deemed to have jeered throughout Amhran na bhFiann.The FA has been slapped with a £10,500 fine as a result. Ireland fans drowned out God Save The King, with the FAI being told to pay £8,400.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLEngland’s fine was greater because the booing was deemed a repeat offence.Both associations were also hit with further fines after disorder plagued the fixture in Dublin.Uefa hit the FAI with bills of £7,800 for lighting flares and £5,000 after a fan ran on to the field of play.The FA was also fined £4,150 after an England fan dashed onto the pitch. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSEngland’s win was their first under interim boss Lee Carsley.Irish fans had prepared a hostile welcome for the returning Rice and Grealish.Jack Grealish opens up on ‘one of the worst summers of my life’ after scoring against England over former side IrelandThe £100m stars had played for the country before switching allegiance to England.A banner at the Irish end of the ground proclaimed “The snakes are back” alongside pictures of the pair.Jack Grealish and Declan Rice both found the net in DublinCredit: GettyCarsley is set to take charge of the Three Lions’ games with Greece and Ireland later this month.He will then finish his interim job and return to his former role with the England under-21s.Thomas Tuchel has been hired as a full-time replacement for Gareth Southgate and will start his new role in January. More

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      Jude Bellingham kicks bottle in fury after he is subbed in AC Milan defeat as Thierry Henry gives theory behind strop

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      VEXED Jude Bellingham booted a water bottle in frustration after he was hauled off early during Real Madrid’s 3-1 defeat to AC Milan.Both Bellingham and Los Blancos have struggled following the arrival of French superstar Kylian Mbappe, 25, at the club.Jude Bellingham kicked a water bottle in frustration after he was subbed off during Madrid’s latest Champions League defeatThe Madrid star has been starting from the left hand side this seasonThierry Henry has offered his theory about Bellingham’s frustrationsCredit: X / CBSSportsGolazoAnd the crisis sunk to new depths on Tuesday after Madrid suffered back-to-back losses at the Bernabeu. Madrid already trail LaLiga leaders Barcelona by nine points and are in the bottom half of the Champions League table.And Bellingham’s frustrations boiled over as he trudged off the pitch and let out his anger on a water bottle in the 74th minute.But Premier League legend Thierry Henry believes that Bellingham had every right to be angry with boss Carlo Ancelotti and Mbappe.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe told CBS Sports Golazo: “It’s always Bellingham trying to make the run, trying to make the team play, running in behind, trying to break the line.”I think there is a little frustration. Your nine isn’t going, and your 10 is going. I know it can happen sometimes but not all the time. Every single time.”I know he’s not a number nine and that this maybe is not what he likes to do. Do you think he likes to make those runs, try and stretch the team?”He’ll do it because he has to do it, because his desire speaks, his will speaks.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”You don’t win games like that. You don’t win games with your 10 breaking the line, coming back, trying to bend his run, trying to defend, trying to go the other side. And then after, he gets substituted?”I would have been upset too – I saw him kicking a bottle. I would be upset also, of course. Watch Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham roll his eyes at how he is introduced to fans at EA FC 25 launch”For me, this is not good enough and I don’t think they are playing well as a team but on the ball also Mbappe has to do way more.”Henry then added that his compatriot must learn to play in a new position, as Vinicius Junior, who scored Madrid’s only goal of the night from the spot, will not be moved from the left wing.The Arsenal legend added: “Mbappe’s going to have to learn to play as a nine and the desire and the will of running in behind.”He will get better – he can’t be worse than this. We’re not asking him to hold the ball like Didier Drogba, who was magnificent.”We’re not asking him to get the ball and dribble past everybody. But that cannot happen all the time, a run in behind from Bellingham, when the team is high.”‘I’m not going to try to find excuses for Bellingham, but how do you play, where do you go, what do you do?”It’s going to be tough for Ancelotti to find a way so all those players can co-exist.”Carlos Ancelotti has struggled to effectively mould his elite stars after the arrival of MbappeThierry Henry has urged Mbappe to learn how to play as a nineBellingham has often been shunted to play on the left, away from his No10 role last term.The 21-year-old scored 23 goals from behind the striker in his debut season, winning both the Champions League and LaLiga.He managed 36 goal involvements in 42 appearances for Los Blancos, making him one of the club’s most influential players and earning him third place in the Ballon d’Or standings.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpanish outlets have widely reported Bellingham has “declined” since his shift to a defensive position.The England star was labelled a “shadow of his former self” after Ancelotti played him out of position during Barca’s 4-0 El Clasico thrashing. More

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      Champions League LIVE SCORES: Harry Kane’s Bayern face Benfica, Aston Villa in action, PSG host Atletico – updates

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      CHAMPIONS LEAGUE football returned in style on Tuesday – and there is plenty more thrilling action in store for TONIGHT!England captain Harry Kane will be looking to continue his incredible goal-scoring run against Portuguese giants Benfica.Aston Villa travel to Club Brugge, PSG host Atletico Madrid and Arsenal make the trip to Italy for a blockbuster Inter Milan encoutner.But the main talking point continues to be around new Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim and his talisman Viktor Gyokeres who inspired Sporting to a 4-1 victory last night against Manchester City.Kick-off times: 5:45pm/8pm GMTLive stream: discovery+TV channel: TNT SportsFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from matchday four of the Champions League with our live blog below…Emery looking to bounce back from defeatAston Villa took a heavy defeat on the chin on the weekend.Despite going ahead in North London, Tottenham ran out as 4-1 winners in the Premier League.Unai Emery’s side need to win if they want to leapfrog Liverpool at the top of the Champions League table.Copy linkCopiedCeltic keep qualification hopes aliveWhen Brendan Rodgers’ side got heavily beat against Borussia Dortmund, many expected yet another early exit from Europe’s elite competition.Having amassed seven points from their first four games, Celtic are now well-placed to build on this and secure a place in the latter stages.They showed grit and determination after going a goal down against RB Leipzig but turned the game around to run out 3-1 winners.Copy linkCopiedVilla look to build on historic Bayern winAston Villa make the short trip across the channel to take on Club Brugge tonight.Jhon Duran was the hero once again for the West Midlands side as Unai Emery’s men beat Bayern Munich 1-0 on a special night at Villa Park last month.With two wins and two clean sheets in this monumental Champions League group, Villa are proving themselves well worthy of a place back on European football’s grandest stage.Tonight, they hope to make it three.Kick off begins at 5.45pm.Copy linkCopiedPep left frustrated in PortugalFootball can be a cruel mistress at times.Man City dominated the first-half against Sporting Lisbon but did not take their chances and paid the ultimate price.It means that Pep Guardiola’s side have now lost back-to-back games and the injuries are mounting up.Copy linkCopiedThe curse of Kylian MbappeSigning arguably the best striker in the world seemed to make Real Madrid unbeatable given their current squad.Mbappe’s career in Madrid has not taken off as many expected.A player who has never won the Champions League, could his curse mean Ancelotti’s side miss out on the biggest trophy this season?A heavy defeat at home against rivals Barcelona has been followed up by a 3-1 loss to AC Milan this evening.Copy linkCopiedGaffer continues dream startLiverpool sit top of both the Premier League and Champions League under new manager Arne Slot.Nobody expected him to make this start to his Reds’ career and he continues to rewrite the record books.Slot has won 14 of his first 16 games as Liverpool manager.This could be a season to remember for their fans if it continues how it has started.Copy linkCopiedGUNNER BE MISSEDArsenal will be without Declan Rice for Wednesday night’s Champions League clash with Inter Milan.The England midfielder, 25, did not travel to Italy with his Gunners team-mates.Rice played the full 90 minutes as Arsenal were beaten 1-0 at Newcastle on Saturday.But he did not take part in training on Tuesday morning.It is not yet clear why Rice was absent.But Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will have to do without the £100million man as his side take on the Italian champions.Copy linkCopiedChampions League tableHere is how the league is looking in the new format Champions League before we head into tomorrow night’s games:Copy linkCopiedChampions League fixturesClub Brugge vs Aston VillaShakhtar Donetsk vs Young BoysBayern Munich vs BenficaFeyenoord vs Red Bull SalzburgInter Milan vs ArsenalPSG vs Atletico MadridRed Star Belgrade vs BarcelonaSparta Prague vs BrestStuttgart vs AtalantaCopy linkCopiedArteta unlikely to risk talismanThere is no doubting that Arsenal have looked a pale comparison of their best without Martin Odegaard.The good news for Gunners’ fans is that he has returned to training a lot earlier than expected.While he is travelling with the squad to Italy, it remains to be seen whether Mikel Arteta will risk him in this crucial match.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedEmery looking to bounce back from defeatAston Villa took a heavy defeat on the chin on the weekend.Despite going ahead in North London, Tottenham ran out as 4-1 winners in the Premier League.Unai Emery’s side need to win if they want to leapfrog Liverpool at the top of the Champions League table.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedCeltic keep qualification hopes aliveWhen Brendan Rodgers’ side got heavily beat against Borussia Dortmund, many expected yet another early exit from Europe’s elite competition.Having amassed seven points from their first four games, Celtic are now well-placed to build on this and secure a place in the latter stages.They showed grit and determination after going a goal down against RB Leipzig but turned the game around to run out 3-1 winners.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedChampions League tableHere is how the league is looking in the new format Champions League before we head into tomorrow night’s games:Credit: @FootRankingsCopy linkCopiedThe curse of Kylian MbappeSigning arguably the best striker in the world seemed to make Real Madrid unbeatable given their current squad.Mbappe’s career in Madrid has not taken off as many expected.A player who has never won the Champions League, could his curse mean Ancelotti’s side miss out on the biggest trophy this season?A heavy defeat at home against rivals Barcelona has been followed up by a 3-1 loss to AC Milan this evening.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedPep left frustrated in PortugalFootball can be a cruel mistress at times.Man City dominated the first-half against Sporting Lisbon but did not take their chances and paid the ultimate price.It means that Pep Guardiola’s side have now lost back-to-back games and the injuries are mounting up.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedGaffer continues dream startLiverpool sit top of both the Premier League and Champions League under new manager Arne Slot.Nobody expected him to make this start to his Reds’ career and he continues to rewrite the record books.Slot has won 14 of his first 16 games as Liverpool manager.This could be a season to remember for their fans if it continues how it has started.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFT: Real Madrid 1-3 AC MilanThe big surprise result of the evening came in Spain.AC Milan scored three goals to stun Santiago Bernabau.Alvaro Morata got the third goal as the Spaniard rubbed salt in the wound capping off a brilliant display from the Italians.Copy linkCopiedChampions League resultsPSV 4-0 GironaSlovan Bratislava 1-4 Dinamo ZagrebBologna 0-1 MonacoBorussia Dortmund 1-0 Sturm GrazCeltic 3-1 RB LeipzigLille 1-1 JuventusLiverpool 4-0 Bayer LeverkusenReal Madrid 1-3 AC MilanSporting 4-1 Man CityCopy linkCopiedFT: Celtic 3-1 RB LeipzigA massive result for Brendan Rodgers’ side.They fell behind to a goal from Cristoph Baumgartner but that is as good as it got for the visitors.Celtic move to seven points in this season’s Champions League.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie WyettIncredible second half performance from Liverpool. There will certainly not be any Reds fans wishing Xabi Alonso was their manager instead of Arne Slot. Next up at Anfield in the Champions League are Real Madrid and what a game that could be.Copy linkCopiedFT: Sporting 4-1 Man CityWhat a way to say goodbye to their fans.Pep Guardiola’s side have been trampled by Sporting Lisbon.All of that after having so many chances to score before the hosts had even registered their first.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn in LisbonWho writes Ruben Amorim’s scripts? A fairytale way to say goodbye to the home fans at the Jose Alvalade – and endear himself to the new ones at Old Trafford. A night they will be talking about for years to come in this part of Lisbon. And what about Viktor Gyokores – he even eclipsed Erling Haaland by scoring a hat-trick – while the Norwegian thumped a pen against the bar. Copy linkCopiedFT: Liverpool 4-0 Bayer LeverkusenMany Liverpool fans wanted Xabi Alonso to replace Jurgen Klopp.They got Arne Slot and they are top of every league in which they compete so far this season.A Luis Diaz hat-trick and a Cody Gakpo goal make for an emphatic win for The Reds.Touch of class from the home fans as they sing their Xabi Alonso chant once the victory is sealed.Copy linkCopied90+1. GOAL – LIVERPOOL 4-0 Bayer LeverkusenHis name is Lucho, he came from Porto……….he came to score, score, score.Diaz gets his first hat-trick in a Liverpool shirt.Levels.Copy linkCopiedReal Madrid 1-3 AC Milan85. A huge cheer from the away end at Santiago Bernabeu.VAR has ruled out Rudiger’s goal.Huge blow for Madrid.Copy linkCopied More