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      Lionel Messi’s wife Antonela stunned as World Cup winner nicks PSG victory with stunning 95th-minute free-kick

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      LIONEL MESSI’S wife Antonela summed up a 4-3 PSG win that was full of pain and drama with a stunning reaction to his 95TH-MINUTE winner.Messi took pressure off boss Christophe Galtier with a free-kick clincher after the Ligue 1 leaders led 2-0 at home to Lille but trailed 3-2 late on.
      Argentinian model Antonela Roccuzzo looked amazed by husband Lionel Messi’s last-gasp winner for PSGCredit: Twitter

      But even eventual victory was overshadowed by concern for Neymar, who was carried off in tears following calf and ankle injuries.
      Antonela, however, just enjoyed the moment when Messi rescued PSG.
      He swerved a 22-yard free-kick in off the bottom of keeper Lucas Chevalier’s left post, albeit posing questions over Lille’s defensive wall. 
      Argentinian model Antonela, 34, leapt open-mouthed from her seat in the stands, turned back to acknowledge someone then hugged a female companion.
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      One fan responded by posting: “Messi’s really won in life, none of his on field achievements compare to her.”
      Kylian Mbappe’s solo effort and Neymar’s rebound finish had put PSG 2-0 up inside 17 minutes.
      But Bafode Diakite, Jonathan David and Jonathan Bamba put sixth-placed Lille in front.
      With Neymar having long since departed on a stretcher, Mbappe pounced to level on 87 minutes.
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      Then World Cup winner Messi, 35, stole three points from the penalty area ‘D’ in the dying seconds of stoppage time.
      One Twitter user claimed: “I knew he was scoring the second he was fouled, it was meant to be.”
      But a few others blamed Lille’s defence of the freekick.
      Five players were in the wall, plus one lying down beside them.
      But Messi bent his free-kick outwards, past a sixth man standing close to the wall and into the bottom corner.
      Critics posted messages like “OMG that space was too much for Messi” and “Wait o….he played the ball in-between the guy on the floor and those jumping”.
      Nonetheless, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner showed he’s still a man for big moments, leaving one fan to post: “Qataris please Bring Messi to Old Trafford.”
      Lionel Messi hails the moment that ended PSG’s dreadful runCredit: Getty

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      Liverpool boost with TWO huge Real Madrid stars doubts for Champions League game after they’re ruled out of LaLiga clash

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly had two key players ruled out of their Champions League tie against Liverpool.Karim Benzema was forced off with a muscular injury in Madrid’s 4-0 win over Elche in midweek and Toni Kroos has picked up an illness.
      Both Karim Benzema and Toni Kroos could miss the game against LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      The pair have been ruled out of today’s match against Osasuna in LaLiga.
      And Benzema and Kroos could now miss the game, according to the Daily Mail, in what would be a major boost for the Reds’ hopes of progressing to the next round.
      Liverpool will play Madrid at Anfield on Tuesday in the round of 16 in the Champions League.
      Benzema’s setback is the latest in what has proved to be a challenging season for the Frenchman.
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      The striker missed the entire World Cup for France with an injury.
      The Ballon d’Or holder has only been able to play in 13 league matches this season for Los Blancos.
      While Kroos was ever-present in the team until Wednesday, when his illness kept him out of the team.
      Should he miss the game against Liverpool, Madrid will miss his experience in the middle of the pitch.
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      A win for Liverpool would help ease tension at the club as they have not been at their best this season.
      The club are currently 9th in the table, nine points behind Newcastle in 4th. More

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      Man Utd star Diogo Dalot wanted in shock transfer by Real Madrid as full-back’s contract runs down at Old Trafford

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      SPANISH giants Real Madrid are considering a move for Manchester United’s Portuguese right back Diogo Dalot, according to reports. Dalot arrived at Old Trafford following a £19million transfer from FC Porto in 2018.
      Diogo Dalot in action for Manchester United against LeedsCredit: Getty
      Dalot arrived at Old Trafford in 2018Credit: Getty
      The 23-year-old has just over a year left on his contract with his current deal set to expire in the summer of 2024 after the club triggered a year extension recently.
      The right back has been in excellent form this season and has established himself in the Portugal setup, starting three out of their five games at the World Cup.
      United legend Cristiano Ronaldo was very impressed with the right back’s professionalism.
      He said: “He’s one of the most professional youngsters I’ve ever met.”
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      Spanish outlet AS have reported that the Red Devils have been trying for months to get Dalot tied down to a new deal and don’t want to head into the summer with the player having 12 months left on his contract.
      This has alerted Real Madrid who are in the market for a right back as they look for a long term successor to Dani Carvajal.
      The report added that the Spanish champions could look to seek a reduced fee or sign the Portuguese on a free transfer like they did with David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger.
      Dalot has made 60 appearances for Manchester United and has yet to find the back of the net.
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      He spent the 2020/2021 season on loan at AC Milan where he scored once in 21 appearances. More

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      Raphinha issues grovelling apology as he reveals reason for shocking outburst after repeatedly punching Barcelona bench

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      BARCELONA winger Raphinha has apologised following his meltdown after being substituted against Manchester United.It ended all square in the first leg of the Europa League tie with the Brazilian netting the equaliser in the 2-2 draw at the Nou Camp.
      Raphina punches a seat in the dug out in frustration.Credit: BT Sport
      Raphinha celebrates scoring against Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty

      The former Leeds man was left seething when he was replaced by Ferran Torres in the 83rd minute and took his anger out on Marcos Alonso’s seat in the dug out.
      After apologising to manager Xavi the winger has now come out and issued a public apology.
      He said: ” I’ve already apologised and I will do it again on training. I want to say sorry for my reaction after the change, it won’t happen again”.
      He added: “I don’t have any problem with Xavi or the club, I just wanted to be on the pitch.”
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      It was a pulsating encounter between the two sides with the Brazilian more than playing his part.
      Raphinha provided the assist for Marcos Alonso who headed the Catalan giants in front.
      Barcelona were left stunned as two quickfire goals from the in-form Marcus Rashford and a Jules Kounde own goal saw them fall behind.
      Raphinha got his side back into it as his cross sailed past everyone and into the back of the net.
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      ‘I find it incredible’ – Fuming Xavi claims Barcelona were denied ‘clear’ penalty against Man Utd

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      BARCELONA manager Xavi was left fuming as he felt his side were denied a clear penalty against Manchester United.The Spaniard claimed that Red Devils midfielder Fred handled the ball in the box and that referee Maurizio Mariani should have pointed to the spot.
      Xavi claims that Barcelona should have had a penalty against Manchester UnitedCredit: Rex
      The ball appeared to hit midfielder Fred’s arm in the 85th minuteCredit: Twitter
      In the 85th minute, Barcelona star Sergio Roberto had a header in the United box and replays suggested that the ball scraped the outstretched arm of Fred.
      If a penalty was given it could have handed the LaLiga giants an opportunity to win the Europa League first leg at the Nou Camp.
      After the game, Xavi said: “Fred’s handball? It’s a penalty, it’s very clear.
      “They didn’t give it to us in Milan in the Champions League, I don’t know what we have to do.
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      “And they tell us that they have checked it, I find it incredible, incredible.”
      VAR did look at the incident, but did not decide to overturn the on-field decision.
      Erik ten Hag was also left angry with referee Mariani for missing a foul on Marcus Rashford on the edge of the hosts’ box.
      The Dutch manager was booked for making his feelings clear during the game, with many fans sending their support to him on social media.
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      The two sides will face off in a mouthwatering second leg next Thursday at Old Trafford.
      Neither side have a score advantage due to there not being the away goal rules in the Europa League.
      Marcos Alonso scored the opening goal of the game in the 50th minute before United fought back.
      Rashford scored the equaliser in the 52nd minute and a Jules Kounde own goal put them in the lead seven minutes later.
      However, former Leeds star Raphinha’s cross in the 76th minute managed to evade everyone and level the tie. More

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      Barcelona fans fear they’ll be demolished at Man Utd after key player is banned for Europa League second-leg

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      BARCELONA fans are fearing the worst ahead of their Europa League second leg against Manchester United.Barca and United drew 2-2 in the first leg of their play-off at the Nou Camp and are scheduled to meet again next Thursday at Old Trafford.
      Barcelona fans are not confident ahead of the second leg against Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Barcelona will have several key absences against Manchester UnitedCredit: AP
      And some Blaugrana supporters aren’t feeling confident, especially after Gavi’s suspension.
      The midfielder picked up his third booking in Europe this season and will be one of Xavi’s many notable absentees at the Theatre of Dreams.
      The Barcelona manager will also be without Pedri, who suffered a hamstring injury against the Red Devils.
      Ousmane Dembele and Segio Busquets are also on the shelf with thigh and ankle injuries respectively.
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      And the Barcelona faithful are not sure about their team’s chances against United.
      One fan tweeted: “Today’s game was a complete mess! There was no effectiveness, and our defense was predictably chaotic.
      “With Pedri out due to injury and Gavi suspended, no Dembele, no Busquets the situation only got worse. We ended up with a draw, but Barca is severely handicapped..”
      Another posted: “We are totally f****d up – Pedri missing the 2nd leg, Dembele missing the 2nd leg, Gavi suspended, Busquets missing the 2nd leg. All i can see now is United putting 4 past us.”
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      A third supporter commented: ” No Gavi, Pedri, Busq [Busquets], Dembus [Dembele]. That’s not good.”
      This fan wrote: “We’re f****d.”
      And that supporter tweeted: “Yeah we’re most likely out.”
      It’s good news however for Manchester United, who impressed in the 2-2 draw at the Nou Camp. More

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      Emotional Marcos Alonso pays touching tribute to his dad after scoring against Man Utd for Barcelona

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      EMOTIONAL Barcelona ace Marcos Alonso dedicated his goal against Manchester United to his late father.Alonso’ dad Marcos Alonso Pena, who also played for Barca, tragically passed away aged 63 following a “long illness” last week.
      Barcelona ace Marcos Alonso opened the scoring against Manchester UnitedCredit: AP
      Barcelona ace Marcos Alonso dedicated his goal against Manchester United to his fatherCredit: AP
      The former Chelsea man looked emotional after the goalCredit: Getty
      Ex-Chelsea ace Alonso returned to action exactly a week after his loss and was handed a rare start by manager Xavi in the Europa League play-off encounter against United.
      And the versatile defender opened the scoring for the Blaugrana after 50 minutes.
      The Spain international latched onto a fantastic cross from Raphinha, who curled it from a corner-kick down the right.
      The ex-Leeds star found Alonso who headed it past David de Gea at the far post.
      The emotional Spaniard immediately pointed to the sky in dedication to his father during the celebrations.
      The Barcelona ace looked emotional as he celebrated the opening goal of the game.
      Tributes from around the footballing world poured in for Alonso Pena – affectionately known as ‘The Pigeon’ – after news of his passing.
      Ex-Atletico Madrid star Paulo Futre said: “Sad day. My deepest condolences to the family of my dear friend Marcos Alonso. Rest in peace, Pigeon.”
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      The former winger’s ex-club Rayo Vallecano added: “From Rayo Vallecano, we want to convey our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Marcos Alonso Pena.
      “He was a former coach of the Club, who passed away at the age of 63.”
      Barcelona tweeted: “FC Barcelona would like to express its deepest condolences for the passing of former Barça player and father of a first-team player Marcos Alonso Peña.
      “All of our strength to Marcos Alonso and his entire family. Rest in peace.” More

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      Barcelona’s transfer of Marcos Alonso from Chelsea ‘reported to Fifa for fraud amid claims of irregularities with deal’

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      BARCELONA face more transfer problems after their deal for Marcos Alonso from Chelsea was reported to Fifa for fraud.Alonso left England for Spain in September on a free transfer after six season in West London.
      Marcos Alonso’s Barcelona transfer is being investigatedCredit: Rex
      But fourth division side Union Adarve – who he represented as a youth player – claim that they should have received £91,000 (€103,000) as part of the deal.
      According to AS, Union Adarve have evidence of the two sides negotiating for Alonso in the past.
      Alonso has established himself in the Barcelona setup this season, making 22 appearances and three goals.
      They are top of LaLiga under the guidance of club legend Xavi, leading champions Real Madrid by eight points.
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      But they have financial problems off the field and took LaLiga to court in order to register Gavi’s new contract.
      The Spanish giants were initially unable to register the playmaker’s fresh deal because of LaLiga’s salary limits.
      Barcelona aimed to relieve their financial woes with a series of one-off cash injections last summer, leveraging chunks of future revenue.
      But their wage bill is still believed to still stand at around 20 per cent over and above LaLiga’s max squad spend limit.
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      Barcelona budgeted for a minimum quarter-final finish in the Champions League this season but they failed to get out the group.
      It means they face a shortfall of £18m, while winning the Europa League would only generate £13m.
      Barcelona are also still unable to register Ronald Araujo as a first-team player despite the centre-back signing a new contract last season.
      Marcos Alonso scored against Man UtdCredit: Reuters More