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      ‘Is anyone surprised?’ – Ex-Man Utd star gets clumsy red card as fans say ‘he’s played his last game’ for LaLiga side

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      A FORMER Manchester United ace endured a torrid afternoon in a crunch LaLiga clash.Villarreal visited Celta Vigo at the Balaidos amid their ongoing bid to secure Champions League qualification.Villarreal ace Eric Bailly was sent off with a straight red card at Celta VigoEx-Manchester United ace Bailly was given his marching orders after just 37 minutesBailly was penalised for a clumsy challenge on the edge of the areaReferee deemed Celta ace Alfonso Gonzalez was in a position to scoreHowever, the Yellow Submarine suffered a heavy 3-0 loss to Celta, who are also pushing for a place in Europe, and it all started after losing a key defender to a straight red card.And that was none other than Eric Bailly, who was sent off for a clumsy challenge after just 37 minutes.Bailly, 31, took down Celta ace Alfonso Gonzalez with a late challenge just outside the area and the referee deemed the Spaniard was in a good position to score.The centre-back, whom United signed from Villarreal in 2016 and had him in their books for seven years, was immediately given his marching orders and Ruben Uria Corral’s side crumbled soon after.Read More on Man UtdThat led to an intense reaction from fans, who stormed social media.One fan tweeted: “Is anyone surprised?”Another commented: “That was rough!”A third wrote: “Eric Bailly red card. I miss him man.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThis fan said: “Thats Bailly’s Villarreal career, his last match for the club.”And that one stated: “Unnecessary.”Roy Keane cracks joke live on Sky Sports as he tells De Bruyne to join Man UtdThat was Bailly’s fourth red card of his 21-year career, two of which he picked up during his time with United in the Premier League and Europa League.The Ivory Coast international managed one goal and one assist in 113 appearances with the Red Devils where he endured a raft of injuries. More

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      Carlo Ancelotti ‘contacted’ over two new jobs if he leaves Real Madrid after Champions League disaster

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI has reportedly been contacted over two new jobs if he leaves Real Madrid.The legendary Italian manager appears set to be on the way out of the Santiago Bernabeu following a disappointing season.Carlo Ancelotti could be on his way out of Real MadridCredit: RexHe has reportedly been contacted over a return to AC MilanCredit: ReutersHe could also replace Claudio Ranieri at RomaCredit: GettyAncelotti, 65, has enjoyed great success with Los Blancos since returning to the club in 2021.He has won two Champions League titles during his current reign, but the current season has been a failure.Real were dumped out of Europe’s premier competition by Arsenal and are seven points behind Barcelona in the LaLiga title race.The veteran technician will not be short of offers if he does leave the club at the end of the season.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLa Gazzetta dello Sport has claimed that AC Milan have contacted him over a return to the San Siro.Ancelotti won the Serie A and Champions League titles twice with the Rossoneri as manager between 2001 and 2009.He also enjoyed success at the club as a player, as he won domestic and European titles with the club.Milan is not the only team to have reached out to the former Everton boss, according to the report.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIt is claimed that AS Roma are also interested in Ancelotti to replace Premier League title winner Claudio Ranieri.The Leicester City legend was hired by Roma for the second time in his career in November.New footage ‘shows Jude Bellingham in tense standoff with Ancelotti’ as Real Madrid boss ‘mortally wounded’ by Arsenal He has won 42 trophies as a player and managerCredit: GettyXabi Alonso has been linked with replacing Ancelotti at Real MadridCredit: GettyRanieri, 73, came out of retirement to help the capital-based side after Ivan Juric was sacked.He has since helped the I Giallorossi climb back up the Serie A table and into sixth place.Roma are currently on a 17-game unbeaten streak in the league, with the last loss coming at Como in December. Meanwhile, Ancelotti has admitted he is relishing the pressure in Spain.Real face Barcelona in an El Clasico Copa del Rey final on Saturday, the club’s last chance of silverware this season.He said: “The club is aware that it has been a more complicated year than last year.”Together we manage the difficulties. The honeymoon continues. I’m very happy, very happy, with a lot of pressure, but that’s how it always is.”You see success very close and it’s normal for stress to increase, but stress is fuel for me, it doesn’t bother me, it gives me more energy to think about more things.”As long as I continue to get up in the morning, everything is fine.”Read More on The SunMeanwhile, former Liverpool star Xabi Alonso is one of the favourites to replace Ancelotti at the Bernabeu.It is believed that Real chiefs have already sounded out Alonso about taking over at the club.Inside Ancelotti’s trophy cabinetCarlo Ancelotti has won a stunning amount of honours during his playing and managerial career…Playing career:RomaSerie A x1Coppa Italia x4AC Milan Serie A x2Supercoppa Italiana x1 European Cup x2European Super Cup x1Intercontinental Cup x1Manager career:JuventusIntertoto Cup x1AC Milan Serie A x1Coppa Italia x1Supercoppa Italiana x1Champions League x2Super Cup x2Club World Cup x1ChelseaPremier League x1FA Cup x1Community Shield x1Paris Saint-GermainLigue 1 x1Real Madrid LaLiga x2Copa del Rey x2Supercopa de Espana x2Champions League x3Super Cup x3Club World Cup x2Intercontinental Cup x1Bayern Munich Bundesliga x1DFL-Supercup x1 More

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      Spain star shows off new girlfriend on red carpet after rumours of love triangle with Luis Enrique’s daughter

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      SPAIN international Robin Le Normand was spotted with his new model girlfriend on the red carpet. tletico Madrid star Le Normand, 28, attended the 2025 Laureus World Sport Awards with partner Cassandra Cano in Madrid on Monday. Robin Le Normand was spotted with his new model girlfriend Cassandra Cano on the red carpetThis comes after a reported love triangle involving Le Normand and Spain team-mate Ferran TorresEx-Spain boss Luis Enrique’s daughter Sira Martinez is also said to have been involvedAccording to The Mail, this comes after a reported love triangle involving Spain team-mate Ferran Torres and ex-Furia Roja manager Luis Enrique’s daughter Sira Martinez.Martinez, 24, and Barcelona ace Torres, 25, first started dating when the latter was playing for Manchester City over three years ago.However, the pair ended the relationship in May 2023 to focus on their respective careers.Reports in April 2024 then suggested she was dating Le Normand, though this was never officially confirmed. Read More on FootballAnd in February, Torres as well as Martinez fuelled rumours that they rekindled their relationship via social media. The former couple followed each other back on Instagram and the forward even liked one of her recent posts from the Maldives.The ex-City ace went on to remove his like after eagle-eyed fans spotted it. Torres spent two years playing under Martinez’s father Enrique in Spain until the Spanish tactician’s departure in 2022.Most read in FootballCassandra Cano dazzled on the red carpetCredit: The Mega AgencyThe pair dressed up for the occasionCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLe Normand earned his first ever international call-up a year after the Barcelona legend’s departure.Enrique went on to manage Paris Saint-Germain two years ago and is set to face Arsenal in the Champions League semi-finals.Ferran Torres trains in Barcelona for the first time The ex-Roma boss has won two league titles and the French Cup in 2024 with PSG. More

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      Cristian Romero drops Tottenham transfer bombshell as he says ‘I’m always looking for new places to continue developing’

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      CRISTIAN ROMERO has dropped a major transfer hint that he could leave Tottenham this summer, putting Europe’s top clubs on alert.The fiery Argentine joined Tottenham from Atalanta in 2021 for £42million and has been brilliant at times, but this season has been a frustrating one.Cristian Romero has been one of Tottenham’s top performersCredit: GettyTottenham defender Cristian Romero has had a stop start seasonHe missed 21 games due to a recurring hamstring injury, which has left his team short at the back and lacking leadership.Despite this, his standing among Spurs fans remains high – whenever he’s played, he has looked impressive.However, his recent interview is likely to have a few fans scratching their heads, while also putting some of Europe’s top clubs on red alert.The Argentina star told Los Edul when asked about his immediate future: “We’re in the Europa League semi-finals, and I want to finish the season on a high note.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS “After that, we’ll see. My focus is always on growing and looking for new places to continue developing.”Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in him, and having already played in Italy, LaLiga could appeal.Tottenham have been incredibly disappointing this season, losing 18 games and currently sitting 16th in the Premier League table.There is no chance they will qualify for European football through the league, and they’ve now put all their eggs in one basket, hoping to salvage their campaign by winning the Europa League.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe future of manager Ange Postecoglou is also reportedly hanging on the outcome of their Europa League campaign – and even success there might not be enough.Spurs have not won a trophy since the League Cup triumph in 2008 and are desperate to end that barren run this season. ‘Turning gold into c–p’ – Ange Postecoglou kicks off again over criticism of Tottenham penalty farceCOMMENT: Should Cristian Romero stay at Spurs?BY TOM BARCLAYTHERE are only a handful of players that are so talented that it is worth keeping them against their will.Cristiano Ronaldo was one of them, when Manchester United made him give one more season after Real Madrid first pushed hard for the Portuguese mega star in 2008.Cristian Romero, however, is not in that category.If he really wants to leave Tottenham this summer – and it is hard to interpret his latest interview in any other way – then they are best parting ways when the season ends.In fact, it could be a rare transfer where it suits all parties.Atletico Madrid, who seem the most likely destination and are very keen on the World Cup winner, would be signing tenacious centre-back tailor-made for Diego Simeone.Romero, 26, would get the move to La Liga that he has publicly declared to be his preference.While Spurs, provided they can get around £50-60million for him, would be selling a player with an iffy recent injury record and whose commitment to the cause has come into question – and be able to reinvest heavily on a quality centre-back with neither of those issues.Romero on his day is a fabulous defender who is as combative as they come and possesses a laser-like passing range.But the problem for Spurs is those days have been far too infrequent this term – and that has been when he is not on the treatment table and actually able to play.He has not seemed a happy camper this season, publicly criticising Tottenham’s board for not spending like their rivals do and even indirectly had a pop at the club not laying on a private jet for him when coming back from international duty.Romero also seemed to aim a dig at Tottenham’s medical staff by his glaring omission of them when thanking his nation’s physios for getting him back from injury earlier this year.His full-blooded tackles can be crowd-pleasing and tone-setting when they go right but when they do not, he can become a liability.A best-case scenario could well be Romero going out in a blaze of glory by helping win the Europa League before being granted his dream move to Spain.Then Spurs could turn their attention to someone like England defender Marc Guehi, who they bid for in January, and may be a much better fit going forward. More

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      Man Utd fans say Antony ‘deserves another chance’ as loanee nets stunning volley with weaker foot for Real Betis

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      MANCHESTER UNITED player Antony continues to impress during his loan stint at Real Betis.The winger joined United in 2022 following a staggering £86million deal with Ajax.Manchester United loanee Antony scored for Real Betis with his weaker foot at GironaSome Man Utd fans believe Antony deserves a second chance at Old TraffordBut the Brazil international never lived up to his billing at Old Trafford as he only managed a mere total of 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances.The 25-year-old ultimately fell out of favour upon Ruben Amorim’s arrival at the dugout and was thus loaned out to Betis during the January transfer window.However, Antony has drastically improved in Spain, where he already counts a total of six goals and four assists in 17 appearances across all competitions.The ex-Ajax star continued to impress during Sunday’s LaLiga clash at Girona where he helped Manuel Pellegrini’s side pick up a 3-1 victory.Read More on Man UtdAntony scored Betis’ second with a clinical right-footed volley after a beautiful cross by Romain Perraud on 39 minutes.In fact, the Brazilian hit the back of the net with his weaker foot, which left Man Utd fans in absolute awe.So much so, that some United supporters urged the club to give the loanee another shot next season.One fan tweeted: “He deserves another chance IMO.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnother commented: “Anthony balling.”A third wrote: “What a finish too. Antony for Ballon D’Or!”Antony shows his excitement as he joins Real Betis This fan said: “Guy is back.”And that one stated: “Come back!” More

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      Moment raging Ansu Fati kicks cooler and stairs in meltdown after Barcelona sub is made to warm up then sit back down

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      BARCELONA star Ansu Fati lost his cool after Hansi Flick sent him to warm up but chose not to substitute him on against Celta Vigo.Fati spent the full 90 minutes on the bench as Barcelona came from behind to beat Celta Vigo 4-3 on Saturday.Ansu Fati was left fuming after not being substituted on during Barcelona’s win over Celta VigoCredit: RexFati threw his bib to the groundCredit: daznHe kicked a cooler on the floorCredit: DAZNHe kicked the stairs up to the bench tooCredit: DAZNThe 22-year-old winger has been struggling for game-time this term, making just four La Liga appearances all season.And his frustrations boiled over when he was asked to warm up by gaffer Flick, only to be told to sit back down when he returned to the bench.The former Brighton loanee was spotted chucking his bib to the ground and kicking a pitch-side cooler in anger, before kicking the stairs on his way up to his seat too.Fans reacted to Fati’s fury on social media, with some suggesting that the La Masia graduate won’t be doing himself any favours.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne wrote: “I get the frustration, but you can’t act like that. This will only hurt your chances even more”.While another added: “Sorry bro but anger solves nothing if the coach thinks you’re not good enough.”Others suggested that Fati’s frustration was understandable, wondering why he isn’t getting more minutes.A third commented: “Pau Victor subbed in but not Ansu?? C’mon flick!”Most read in FootballFati has struggled for minutes this seasonCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd a fourth posted: “I will never understand why Flick’s doing this to the boy”.He wasn’t the only member of the Barcelona setup to vent his frustrations during the game either.Barcelona coach SMASHES IPAD in fury as he appeals for penalty in La Liga clashA member of backroom staff was spotted SMASHING AN IPAD during appeals for a 98th minute penalty.The entire Barcelona bench were up in arms after Dani Olmo went down in the box deep into injury time, only for the referee to wave away any foul.That was until VAR intervened and sent the referee to the monitor to award the spot-kick.Raphinha dispatched the penalty to complete a spectacular comeback that had seen Barca turn around a 3-1 deficit in the second half.It was a valuable three points for the Catalan club who are now seven points clear of Real Madrid at the top of the table.A Barcelona coach threw his iPad to the ground in protest to a late penalty decisionCredit: xThe entire Barca bench was up in armsCredit: xRaphinha scored the winning penalty in added timeCredit: EPA More

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      Real Madrid line up ex-Liverpool star Xabi Alonso to replace Carlo Ancelotti with Italian set for shock new job

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      REAL MADRID are lining up Xabi Alonso to replace Carlo Ancelotti as boss, according to reports.The Italian’s future in the Spanish capital has come under the microscope since his side’s Champions League exit earlier this week.Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid future has come under the spotlightCredit: EPAXabi Alonso is the favourite to replace Ancelotti in MadridCredit: ReutersSpeaking ahead of tomorrow night’s clash with Athletic Bilbao, Ancelotti refused to confirm that he will remain in charge of Los Blancos for the Club World Cup this summer.According to The Athletic, Real Madrid chiefs have already “sounded out” Alonso over replacing Ancelotti.The Bayer Leverkusen boss, 43, played under Ancelotti with both Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.Last season, the ex-Liverpool star guided Leverkusen to Bundesliga title and DFB Pokal successes, while also reaching the Europa League final.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlonso is the favourite to replace Ancelotti, should the 65-year-old leave the Bernabeu as expected.Ancelotti could go on to manage Brazil at the 2026 World Cup.The experienced boss has long been linked with the Selecao.It’s claimed that a representative of Brazil’s football federation was in attendance at Real Madrid’s clash with Arsenal this week ahead of meetings with Ancelotti.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe Selecao are currently without a manager following Dorival Junior’s sacking last month.Real Madrid, meanwhile, could cut the gap to Barcelona at the top of LaLiga to four points with a win over Athletic Bilbao.New footage ‘shows Jude Bellingham in tense standoff with Ancelotti’ as Real Madrid boss ‘mortally wounded’ by Arsenal They will also face Barca in the Copa del Rey final on April 26, after which Ancelotti’s future is set to further come under the microscope.Speaking earlier today, the under-pressure boss said: “We’re still competing for trophies. We have one [the Copa del Rey final] in a week, and we have the first ever Club World Cup at the end of the season, it wouldn’t be right to do it now.”All I can do is thank these players, I’ve enjoyed this and I want to keep doing so. We’re still united, we have a great relationship.”Ancelotti then went on to add: “At the end of the season, I’ll talk about that with the club.”I don’t want to talk about my future today. It’s an obvious question, but I don’t want to talk about it.”So all I say is we’ll talk about it with the club at the end of the season.”Read More on The SunAncelotti won LaLiga and the Champions League last season.But a trophyless campaign this time around could spell the end of his second spell in Madrid.Ancelotti, 65, saw his side dumped out of the Champions League this weekCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Absolutely generational’ – Lamine Yamal, 17, inspires epic Barcelona comeback after shocking home collapse

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      LAMINE YAMAL inspired an epic Barcelona comeback against Celta Vigo to leave his side seven points clear at the top of LaLiga.Yamal and Dani Olmo came off the bench to spark an incredible turnaround, as Barca came back from 3-1 down to win 4-3 and edge closer to LaLiga glory.Lamine Yamal’s genius inspired an epic Barcelona comeback against Celta Vigo in LaLigaYamal was brought on when Barca were 2-1 downThe 17-year-old sent in a delicious cross to assist Raphinha’s equaliserBarca came back from 3-1 down to win 4-3 and edge closer to LaLiga gloryBarca manager Hansi Flick rotated his squad after their 5-3 aggregate win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League quarter-finals.Barcelona had the lead within 11 minutes thanks to Ferran Torres, who started ahead of Yamal.But Celta hit back within four minutes as Borja Iglesias got on the end of a cross and finished past Wojciech Szczesny just before half-time.Iglesias put Vigo 2-1 up before Flick brought on the calvary soldiers, introducing Yamal for Torres and Olmo for Fermin Lopez.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd Iglesias completed his stunning hat-trick, before Spain Euro 2024 winners Yamal and Olmo switched it up a gear.Olmo found the net after Raphinha’s clever pass, hitting the bottom corner and sparking hope of a comeback.And Yamal sent in a delicious cross to assist Raphinha’s equaliser, before the former Leeds star scored a last-minute penalty to secure all three points and move seven points clear of Real Madrid.But fans were quick to praise Yamal’s lively cameo, with one writing: “Absolutely generational. Sometimes I can‘t believe Lamine Yamal is only 17.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile another said: “Yamal completely changed the game!”A third added: “He is simply sensational.”Craig Burley praises Lamine Yamal’s clutch goal in Spain’s win One more wrote: “Yamal is the best footballer in the world at 17 do you know how crazy that is?”Meanwhile, former Premier League star Raphinha has now provided 25 goal contributions in LaLiga this season.And the Ballon d’Or favourite has 53 goals or assists across all competitions this term.Raphinha scored two in the comeback More