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    PSG and Basaksehir unite in anti-racism stand before Mbappe breaks Messi scoring record and Neymar bags hat-trick

    PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN and Istanbul Basaksehir wore ‘No to racism’ T-shirts ahead of their rescheduled Champions League clash.
    With the game restarting after 14-minutes, the French giants went on to win 5-1 thanks to a Neymar hat-trick and a record-breaking double from Kylian Mbappe.

    Neymar and Kylian Mbappe pictured together before kick-off Credit: AFP or licensors

    Tuesday’s game was abandoned at 0-0 when players from both teams walked off the field in solidarity.
    The fourth official, Romanian Sebastian Coltescu, had been accused of making a racist remark to Basaksehir assistant Pierre Webo.
    He is now set to retire from refereeing after Uefa opened an investigation which could lead to a ten-match suspension.
    The Group H clash continued where it left off on Wednesday evening, but with a different group of officials, led by Dutchman Danny Makkelie.

    Players from both teams warmed up on the pitch while wearing ‘No to racism’ T-shirts.
    And the squads united to take a knee around the centre circle in an anti-racism message before kick-off.
    Within 10 minutes of the restart, Neymar put the Ligue 1 giants – who needed a win to claim top spot – ahead with a stunning strike.
    The Brazilian knocked the ball through the legs of Carlos Ponck and struck his effort into the top corner.

    He doubled his tally in the 38th minute before Mbappe scored from the penalty spot to break a record set by Lionel Messi.

    “A beautiful goal from who else but Neymar… we’ll be seeing that goal again and again!”A cheeky nutmeg before a delightful finish to put PSG ahead vs. Basaksehir ✨ pic.twitter.com/gB2wxylNFj
    — Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) December 9, 2020

    Both teams took a knee before kick-off of the group stage clashCredit: EPA

    Neymar stole the show as he scored a hat-trick for Paris Saint-Germain Credit: AP:Associated Press

    He passed the Argentine to become the youngest player ever to reach 20 Champions League goals.
    Mbappe hit the landmark aged 21 years and 355 days, just under a year quicker than six-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi.
    Neymar completed his hat-trick in the second half – his third in the competition – meaning only Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have scored more.
    Mehmet Topal then pulled one back for Turkish side, but it was too little too late.
    Mbappe put PSG back in cruise control as he made it 5-1 after an hour as the Parisians head into the group winners’ pot in the draw for the first knockout round.

    Kylian Mbappe scored twice as PSG thumped their opponents 5-1Credit: AP:Associated Press

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    Man Utd on red alert as Eduardo Camavinga ‘tells Rennes he wants transfer exit next summer’ with Real Madrid also keen

    MANCHESTER UNITED have been put on high alert after Eduardo Camavinga informed Rennes of his desire to leave next summer, reports claim.
    The French teenager has been turning heads for nearly two years now, after bursting onto the scene in Ligue 1.

    Camavinga ‘wants to leave’ RennesCredit: AFP

    He quickly became a key player at Rennes last season, despite his tender years.
    But according to Mundo Deportivo, he could soon be on his way.
    They report that Camavinga, 18, has informed his club of his desire to make an ‘amicable exit’ next summer.
    The news is bound to put the Red Devils on alert, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side reportedly big admirers of the midfielder.

    But in order to secure his signature, they will have to overcome similar interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid.
    Camavinga made his international debut back in February, and his compatriot Zinedine Zidane is believed to be a big fan.
    At United, however, he could arrive as a potential long-term replacement for Paul Pogba.
    The Red Devils’ record-buy could be about to depart Old Trafford, after his agent Mino Raiola revealed that it is ‘over for Paul Pogba at Manchester United’.

    The teenager could replace Paul Pogba at Old TraffordCredit: AFP or licensors

    Camavinga himself has just signed with a new agent – linking up with Jonathan Barnett, who boasts Gareth Bale among his clients.
    The youngster has now made 57 senior appearances for Rennes.
    And he scored on just his second cap for his country – in a 7-1 rout of Ukraine.
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    Neymar’s mum’s blood-soaked toyboy boyfriend Tiago Ramos claims he was stabbed and ‘almost died’ in restaurant attack

    NEYMAR’S mum’s on-off toyboy boyfriend Tiago Ramos claimed he was stabbed in a restaurant in the Mexican resort of Cancun during a sunshine break.
    The pair flew to a five-star hotel in the holiday paradise last week after Nadine Goncalves reportedly gave model and internet gamer Ramos ‘a second chance’.

    Neymar’s mum’s on-off boyfriend Tiago Ramos claimed he was stabbed in Mexico

    Nadine Goncalves is believed to have flown to Cancun with her younger lover

    But the 24-year-old posted a shocking Instragram video at the weekend showing blood over his neck and chest as he went public with details of the attack.
    It was not clear on Monday if the 24-year-old had contacted police about the restaurant incident or had been treated in hospital.
    Ramos is four years younger than Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar and 28 years younger than divorced mum-of-two Nadine.
    And insisting the assault had been premeditated, he said: “I almost died for something I didn’t do. I arrived at the restaurant and asked for a plate of meat.

    “I don’t know what happened. I didn’t do anything but they didn’t let me stay.”
    Claiming one of three men had stabbed him, he added: “This is not going to stay the way it is. I have the number of the person who did this and I am going to return to Mexico.”
    Ramos also revealed he was alone in Mexico, appearing to confirm Neymar’s mum had returned to Brazil without him after jetting with him to Cancun.
    The pair were pictured together last week on a flight from Sao Paulo to Panama.

    Ramos posted the distressing footage online

    The couple have only ever posted one photo together in the pastCredit: Instagram / @tiagoramoss / Tiago Ramos

    And the two appeared to be attempting a reconciliation as Nadine later posted a picture of herself in a bikini in the sea thought to have been taken in Cancun.
    However, she is yet to confirm or deny they were in Mexico together.
    Nadine broke up with Ramos for a second time in June after an incident in which he cut his arm with glass. Her spokesperson at the time blamed it on a ‘domestic accident’.
    The pair have only ever published one photograph of themselves together on social media, showing them with their arms round each other in Nadine’s garden on April 11.
    The post was captioned: “The inexplicable cannot be explained, just experienced.”
    Brazilian journalist Sonia Abrao claimed Neymar’s mum had raced to Tiago’s rescue late last month after he suffered an emotional crisis believed to be linked to their break-up.
    He has been open about his battle with depression in online posts.

    And his mental health admissions followed revelations keep-fit fanatic Tiago had dated a string of men including Neymar’s personal chef.
    Alleged pressure on Nadine from her family after the model’s gay relationships were made public, was blamed for her reported decision to end the brief affair.
    In May 44-year-old Spaniard Rita Cumplido – one of at least two older women Tiago is understood to have dated in the past – told a Brazilian TV station he had assaulted her during an alcohol-fuelled jealous rage.
    She also claimed she had taken out a restraining order against Ramos following the October 2019 assault. He did not comment on reports at the time.
    Sao Paulo-based PR consultant Irinaldo Oliver – who confessed to a brief affair with Tiago after his relationship with Nadine became public in April – said earlier this year: “I was shocked by this news about his new relationship and my phone hasn’t stopped ringing.
    “I began to receive photos of him with Neymar’s mum. I’m astonished. I always knew he saw women as well but I had never seen him with any.”

    Ramos has previously met Neymar who gave the couple his blessingCredit: Instagram / @tiagoramoss / Tiago Ramos
    It has also been reported Tiago was romantically involved with a Brazilian actor and stand-up comic called Carlinhos Maia.
    And a millionaire businessman called Eduardo Pereira is said to have treated him like a ‘prince’ by moving him into his mansion and letting him use his fleet of expensive sports cars.
    Tiago was described as a ‘promising footballer’ when he played for Ferroviario Atletico Clube based in the city of Fortaleza at the start of his short career.
    And he has previously been described in Brazil as a friend of Neymar’s.
    He has also met other football icons like Ronaldinho.
    After having his photo taken alongside the former Barcelona and AC Milan star in December 2017, Tiago wrote: “It’s magic.
    “I’m speechless when it comes to describing this moment but my face says it all, lots of happiness and lots of emotion.
    “I’m very happy to have known you.”

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    Jese Rodriguez SACKED by PSG after sex scandal amid claims ex-Stoke star cheated on reality TV partner with model pal

    JESE RODRIGUEZ has been SACKED by Paris Saint-Germain after a sex scandal.
    The former Real Madrid man, 27, was accused of cheating on his partner with her model friend.

    Jese Rodriguez has been sacked by Paris Saint-Germain

    The former Stoke forward was embroiled in a sex scandal and pictured ignoring social distancing rules at a party with partner Aurah Ruiz, centre

    He was also pictured at a party in Gran Canaria ignoring social distancing rules and without any face masks.
    And the French champions have now terminated his contract six months early.
    It is understood PSG chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi was tired of the ‘stain’ Jese’s personal affairs were projecting on to the club and took action to cut him loose.
    The ex-Stoke forward joined the Ligue 1 side from Real in 2016 but has made just 18 appearances, scoring twice.

    He accumulated just 22 minutes of action this season before his Parc des Princes stay was cut short.
    But it is off the field where he is also having trouble.
    Jese and Aurah Ruiz, the mother of his child, previously split in January 2018 over the care of their premature baby.
    But, having reconciled, they could be on the rocks again after Jese’s latest cheat claims.

    Le Paris Saint-Germain et @JeseRodriguez10 se sont mis d’accord pour résilier le contrat du joueur, qui arrivait à expiration le 30 juin 2021.
    — Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) December 6, 2020

    The Spaniard has been accused of infidelity with Aurah’s pal Rocio Amar, who has posted audio clips to Instagram that include Jese calling his partner ‘crazy’ and ‘boring’.
    Rocio has recounted ‘sexual encounters’ that she had with the footballer in a Madrid nightclub.
    In a bizarre incident, Jese then publicly spoke to Aurah while she appears on the ‘Big Brother’ style Spanish reality TV show, ‘La Casa Fuerte’.
    He’s quoted as denying their break-up, and told her: “Good night, baby. I want to tell you something. If you are happy continue, if you are not happy you are not obliged to be there.
    “I love to see you happy, and I see that you are not happy. If you want to continue you have to win.”
    Shocked, Aurah, 31, responded: “Really? I can’t believe it, is it you? I don’t know what to tell you, I can’t believe it.”
    To this, Jese then offered assurances over their son, Nyan: “I have been with baby Nyan and he is super good. Everything is fine.”

    Jese is alleged to have cheated with model Rocio Amar

    Rocio shared audio clips of Jese to social media

    Jese signed for PSG from Real Madrid in 2016 but has failed to live up to his potentialCredit: AFP – Getty

    Aurah, 31 is the mother of Jese’s child but the couple previously split in 2018

    Rocio claims that she had ‘sexual encounters’ with Jese in a Madrid nightclub

    Nasser Al-Khelaifi ‘grew tired’ of the ‘stain’ that Jese’s personal life was projecting on to his club

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    Arsenal given major boost in Houssem Aouar transfer hunt with midfielder ‘set to quit Lyon before end of 2020-21 season’

    ARSENAL target Houssem Aouar is set to quit Lyon before the end of THIS season, according to reports.
    The Gunners have been heavily linked with the Frenchman for months and the latest development will come as a huge boost to the North Londoners.

    Arsenal target Houssem Aouar is set to quit Lyon before the end of the 20-21 campaignCredit: Reuters

    Aouar was close to joining Arsenal in the summer transfer window before the Gunners turned their attention to Thomas Partey.
    But the Gunners failed to cough up Lyon’s £55.5million asking price.
    However it has now emerged Aouar could leave the Ligue 1 side before the end of the season, according to L’Equipe.
    The 22-year-old’s relationship with his club’s hierarchy is already under strain following a clash at the end of November.

    The midfielder was reportedly axed from Lyon’s squad for refusing to train.
    Aouar was said to be unhappy at being an unused substitute in Lyon’s 1-0 win over Angers.
    And as a result, the France international is said to have refused to take part in the post-game protocol of warming down with his team-mates.
    Aouar allegedly cited the poor condition of the pitch as the reason for staying in the dressing room – which he retreated to before the final whistle – to take part in the half-hour drill.

    Yet Lyon staff were said to be ‘annoyed’ by the attacker’s decision especially considering the squad had been given a day off on the Monday.
    Aouar was not in the squad for Lyon’s 3-0 victory over Reims the following weekend.
    The midfielder claimed in October he wasn’t disappointed by Lyon’s refusal to sell him and insisted he was happy to stay at his boyhood club.
    But SunSport previously reported Mikel Arteta is expected to launch another bid to sign Aouar after falling short this year.
    The Spaniard wanted to sign French ace Aouar and Chelsea vice-captain Jorginho before the transfer deadline as well as Partey.
    Blues star Jorginho revealed in October his representatives held talks with Arsenal.
    However, the midfielder’s agent Joao Santos has since hinted at another reunion with former Blues boss Maurizio Sarri if he gets a new job.
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    PSG chief Leonardo plays down Lionel Messi transfer rumours after Neymar revelation sparked talk of reunion in France

    PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN sporting director Leonardo has played down talk of a move for Lionel Messi.
    Rumours about the Barcelona star’s future only intensified following comments made by Neymar after PSG’s 3-1 win over Manchester United on Wednesday.

    Messi and Neymar were team-mates at Barcelona between 2013 and 2017Credit: AFP

    Neymar told journalists he hoped to play alongside Messi again in the future, but Leonardo moved to quell the transfer talk in an interview with Canal+.
    Leonardo said: “You know, it’s normal for Neymar to say that to an Argentinian journalist. He had to talk about Messi, it’s normal.
    “We have to maintain respect for others, he’s a Barcelona player.
    “When somebody talks about our players, we are not happy.

    “So we don’t touch other people’s players. Now is not the time to think about the transfer window.
    “We are very happy with the squad we have. We are thinking of our season and the end of the first part of the season, which was very complicated.
    “We have to stay focused on our goals such as qualifying for the last 16 of the Champions League.
    “And also we have to think about Ligue 1 and avoid finding ourselves in a complicated situation. Let’s keep our focus.”

    PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi would not be drawn into speculation regarding a move for Messi either last week, saying: “Messi is a Barcelona player, I can’t talk about that.”
    Messi attempted to leave Barcelona for Manchester City in the summer but was forced to stay put when the Catalan giants refused to let him leave for nothing.
    The 33-year-old’s contract at Barcelona expires at the end of the season and he will be free to talk to other clubs over a free transfer from January.
    Neymar and Messi enjoyed a trophy-laden spell as team-mates at Barcelona between 2013 and 2017, winning two La Liga titles, three Spanish Cups and the Champions League in 2015.
    The Brazilian told ESPN on Wednesday night: “What I want most of all is to play with Messi again, to be able to enjoy him once again on the pitch.
    “I’m sure that next year, we have to do it again.”

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    Jese Rodriguez SACKED by PSG after sex scandal amid claims he cheated on reality TV partner with her model pal

    JESE RODRIGUEZ has been SACKED by Paris Saint-Germain after a sex scandal.
    The former Real Madrid man, 27, was accused of cheating on his partner with her model friend.

    Jese Rodriguez has been sacked by Paris Saint-Germain

    The former Stoke forward was embroiled in a sex scandal and pictured ignoring social distancing rules at a party with partner Aurah Ruiz, centre

    He was also pictured at a party in Gran Canaria ignoring social distancing rules and without any face masks.
    And the French champions have now terminated his contract six months early.
    It is understood PSG chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi was tired of the ‘stain’ Jese’s personal affairs were projecting on to the club and took action to cut him loose.
    The ex-Stoke forward joined the Ligue 1 side from Real in 2016 but has made just 18 appearances, scoring twice.

    He accumulated just 22 minutes of action this season before his Parc des Princes stay was cut short.
    But it is off the field where he is also having trouble.
    Jese and Aurah Ruiz, the mother of his child, previously split in January 2018 over the care of their premature baby.
    But, having reconciled, they could be on the rocks again after Jese’s latest cheat claims.

    Le Paris Saint-Germain et @JeseRodriguez10 se sont mis d’accord pour résilier le contrat du joueur, qui arrivait à expiration le 30 juin 2021.
    — Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) December 6, 2020

    The Spaniard has been accused of infidelity with Aurah’s pal Rocio Amar, who has posted audio clips to Instagram that include Jese calling his partner ‘crazy’ and ‘boring’.
    Rocio has recounted ‘sexual encounters’ that she had with the footballer in a Madrid nightclub.
    In a bizarre incident, Jese then publicly spoke to Aurah while she appears on the ‘Big Brother’ style Spanish reality TV show, ‘La Casa Fuerte’.
    He’s quoted as denying their break-up, and told her: “Good night, baby. I want to tell you something. If you are happy continue, if you are not happy you are not obliged to be there.
    “I love to see you happy, and I see that you are not happy. If you want to continue you have to win.”
    Shocked, Aurah, 31, responded: “Really? I can’t believe it, is it you? I don’t know what to tell you, I can’t believe it.”
    To this, Jese then offered assurances over their son, Nyan: “I have been with baby Nyan and he is super good. Everything is fine.”

    Jese is alleged to have cheated with model Rocio Amar

    Rocio shared audio clips of Jese to social media

    Jese signed for PSG from Real Madrid in 2016 but has failed to live up to his potentialCredit: AFP – Getty

    Aurah, 31 is the mother of Jese’s child but the couple previously split in 2018

    Rocio claims that she had ‘sexual encounters’ with Jese in a Madrid nightclub

    Nasser Al-Khelaifi ‘grew tired’ of the ‘stain’ that Jese’s personal life was projecting on to his club

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