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      Robert Lewandowski handed three-match ban for referee gesture one day after Poland World Cup loss to France

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      ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI has been slapped with a three-match ban just one day after being knocked out of the World Cup.The striker was in action for Poland as they were beaten 3-1 by France in the round of 16.
      Robert Lewandowski protests to referee Jesus Gil ManzanoCredit: Reuters
      The Pole was shown a second yellow card for this challenge on David GarciaCredit: Reuters
      Lewandowski, 34, grabbed his second goal of the tournament with virtually the last kick of the game – beating Hugo Lloris at the second attempt with a retaken penalty.
      The goal will be his last action on a football pitch for a while, after he was handed a three-match ban by LaLiga.
      The former Bayern Munich star was red carded during a 2-1 victory over Osasuna in his final club match before the World Cup.
      Lewandowski was given his marching orders with just half an hour on the clock, receiving a second yellow for clattering into defender David Garcia.
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      As he departed the field of play he touched his chin – a gesture interpreted to have been derogatory towards the referee, Jesus Gil Manzano.
      The Pole subsequently denied this, however, instead claiming it had been directed at his manager, Xavi.
      He said: “If you ask me about that gesture, it’s a bit funny because last week I was talking with Xavi, with the coach, and we talked that if these things happened in the future, if I saw a yellow card I had to be careful, because I could go out.
      “After that the gesture was for Xavi, not for the referee.”
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      LaLiga haven’t bought Lewandowski’s explanation, however, and have slapped an extra two games onto his initial one-match ban after turning down an appeal.
      Not willing to accept the outcome, it’s claimed by Marca that Barca could take the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
      As it stands, Lewandowski is set to miss his side’s Catalan derby clash with Espanyol, as well as subsequent games against Atletico Madrid and Getafe.
      Barcelona could turn to forward Memphis Depay in their regular No9’s absence, with the Dutchman having returned to action at the World Cup following a two-month injury lay-off.
      Depay, 28, has played just 131 minutes of action for his club this season.
      Memphis Depay has been back in action for his countryCredit: Rex More

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      Marcelo’s son Enzo, 13, signs first Real Madrid contract as he looks to follow in legendary dad’s footsteps

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      MARCELO’S son Enzo Alves Vieira has signed a professional contract with Real Madrid.Enzo is following in the footsteps of his father, who is Real’s all-time most decorated player with 25 honours under his name.
      Marcelo’s son Enzo Alves Vieira has signed his first contract with Real MadridCredit: Real Madrid
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the 13-year-old put pen to paper on his first contract with Los Blancos on Saturday.
      He was accompanied by his dad and mother as he posed in front of the camera penning his inaugural deal.
      Romano tweeted: “Marcelo’s son Enzo Alves has signed his first Real Madrid contract today.
      “Fair to remember that Marcelo is the most decorated Real Madrid player of all-time with 25 titles.”
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      Enzo has stood out in Real’s academy where unlike his famous dad, who plays as a left-back, he has been performing as a striker.
      Marcelo’s son is absolutely buzzing with his achievement as he took to social media to express his excitement for tying his future with the “best club in the world”.
      Enzo posted on Instagram: “My first contract with the best club in the world. Very happy.”
      The talented teenager has been recognised for his powerful physique, technique and scoring instinct.
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      Enzo Alves Vieira is looking to follow in the footsteps of Real Madrid legend MarceloCredit: Real Madrid
      Enzo was also recently called up to Real’s Under-14 team after his impressive performances.
      His father Marcelo left the Santiago Bernabeu last summer after 15 glittering years in Madrid.
      The former Brazil international currently plays for Olympiacos with rumours suggesting he was approached by Real to return and take up the role of global ambassador. More

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      Barcelona brutally troll Real with club store just metres from Los Blancos’ shop in MADRID.. and say ‘Raul is one of us’

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      BARCELONA have opened a new club store just METRES away from a Real Madrid shop in the Spanish capital.And the Catalan giants further antagonised Los Blancos fans by unveiling a huge banner outside which reads “Raul Es Culer”.
      Barcelona’s new shops is just yards away from Real Madrid’s storeCredit: Reddit

      Barcelona and Real Madrid have been rivals for decadesCredit: Getty
      A “culer” is often used as a term for a Barcelona supporter, with many speculating the club were referencing Real Madrid legend Raul in the sign.
      Raul scored 323 goals in 741 games for Real and was their top scorer before Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema leapfrogged him.
      Reacting on social media, one person said: “It doesn’t make sense at all except for trying to provoke Madrid.”
      Another added: “It’s like Madrid open a store in Barcelona with the banner ‘Cruyff is Madridista’ 💀😂.”
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      A third said: “This in the middle of a World Cup is not only a provocation but a lack of respect. Now don’t touch this propaganda. Now it’s union, damn. 😤😤😤.”
      And a fourth replied: “Real Madrid should open a store in Barcelona and name it ‘Luis Figo is a Madridista’.”
      The store, which was opened by president Joan Laporta and former player Luis Garcia, is Barcelona’s first in Madrid.
      Real have had their own shop in Barcelona for some time.
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      The two sides are far and away the most successful ever Spanish clubs.
      Real have the bragging rights when it comes to trophies.
      They have 35 LaLiga titles to Barcelona’s 26, and dwarf them in Europe with 14 triumphs to their Catalan adversaries’ five.
      Over the last two decades the rivalry has intensified through vast periods of success for both clubs.
      Pep Guardiola’s incredible stint at the Nou Camp brought about one of the best teams of all time.
      But Real responded by winning a sensational FOUR Champions League titles between 2014 and 2018.
      They also recently became European champions again, while Barcelona have been tackling a financial crisis which saw them lose their greatest ever player, Lionel Messi. More

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      Man Utd transfer boost in Cristiano Ronaldo replacement hunt as Joao Felix ‘demands Atletico Madrid exit in January’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Joao Felix has demanded to leave Atletico Madrid in January, according to reports.Felix, 23, joined Diego Simeone’s side for £113million back in 2019.
      Joao Felix could replace Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo at Man UnitedCredit: Getty
      But despite his huge fee, the Portuguese star has started only five of Atletico’s 14 LaLiga games so far this term.
      According to Marca, Felix has asked agent Jorge Mendes to find him a new club mid-season.
      The Red Devils are believed to be a realistic contender – given their long-term interest and current need for a forward.
      After terminating Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract by mutual consent, United boss Erik ten Hag has been left with only Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford up top.
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      The Red Devils could look to prise Felix away from Wanda Metropolitano at a cut-price – with Atletico in need of funds following an early Champions League exit.
      Felix has made 129 appearances for Atleti since joining from Benfica – scoring 33 times and laying on 18 assists – while he also scored in his country’s 3-2 win over Ghana at the World Cup this week.
      Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are also claimed to be in the mix for his signature.
      Should Felix get his move, it could open the door for compatriot Ronaldo to replace him at Atleti.
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      The club’s fans protested against a move for the former Real Madrid talisman last summer.
      But that hasn’t deterred boss Diego Simeone from potentially making a move.
      The Argentine is said to be enamoured with the idea of signing Ronaldo – believing that he still possesses the leadership and mentality to help guide his team to success.
      While Atletico could make a move for the 37-year-old, a number of other clubs have signalled that they won’t try to sign him.
      They include Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and even boyhood club Sporting Lisbon.
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      Who is Lionel Messi’s wife Antonella Roccuzzo? Argentine model and former dental student

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      LIONEL MESSI lives a quiet life for a football icon, in contrast to that of his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo.He will be looking to win his first World Cup with Argentina, but the nation must get a positive result when they face Mexico this week to stand a chance of doing so.
      And what is known about the five-time Ballon d’Or winner is that he married his childhood sweetheart Antonella Roccuzzo in July 2017.
      The pair tied the knot in Argentina in July 2017Credit: Rex Features
      Who is Antonella Roccuzzo and how did she meet Lionel Messi?
      Antonella Roccuzzo was born Argentina’s third largest city of Rosario, just like Lionel Messi.
      She has known the Barcelona star since she was five years old as her cousin, Lucas Scaglia, was a childhood friend of his.
      If Messi has a reputation of being shy, this was certainly not the case in his pursuit of Antonella, as he regularly visited her home from a young age, just to see her.
      It is not known how long the pair have been together behind closed doors, but they went public with their relationship in 2008.
      The bond between the couple was believed to have strengthened in 2007, when Messi flew back to Rosario to comfort Antonella after the death of her friend.
      What is Antonella Roccuzzo’s job?
      Antonella Roccuzzo initially trained to be a dentist at university.
      But she ultimately switched to social communication.
      In November 2016, she posted on Instagram stating that she had signed a modelling contract with Argentine fashion label Ricky Sarkany.
      Where did her wedding with Lionel  Messi take place?
      The Barcelona striker married Antonella in a party billed Argentina’s ‘wedding of the century.’
      It took place at the plush City Centre Hotel and Casino in their hometown of Rosario in Argentina.
      Premier League stars Cesc Fabregas and Sergio Aguero were present, while Barcelona legends Xavi Hernandez, Carles Puyol and Samuel Eto’o were also in town.
      It has been reported that as well as guests having their phones banned, staff were sworn to secrecy – and over 450 police officers were brought in to manage the situation.
      And the couple looked overwhelmed to tie the knot in front of their young sons Thiago and Mateo.
      On March 10, 2018, Antonella gave birth to the couple’s third son, Ciro.
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      Chelsea transfer boost as ‘Barcelona WILL sell Memphis Depay for just £4m’ after Dutch star returns from World Cup 2022

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      BARCELONA are willing to sell Chelsea target Memphis Depay for just £4million, according to reports.The Dutchman nearly departed the LaLiga side last summer, only for a transfer away to fall through.
      Memphis Depay was in action for the Dutch on MondayCredit: Rex
      He has since played just 131 minutes in all competitions, however, with Barca now eager to take whatever money they can for him in January.
      The Catalan giants are reportedly unhappy with how he handled a hamstring injury sustained in September.
      According to Spanish paper AS, Barcelona expected the issue to keep Depay sidelined for only four weeks.
      They add that Barca were fuming that six weeks later Depay remained “on leave” – asking to head back to Holland early ahead of the World Cup.
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      Depay’s injury woes have reportedly strengthened Barcelona’s desire to sell him – with a bid of just £4million claimed to be enough to secure his signature after the tournament.
      Chelsea have been linked with the former Manchester United attacker, as they aim to add firepower to Graham Potter’s attack.
      A switch would see Depay reunited with former Barcelona team-mate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – who made the same switch in August.
      Despite his injury troubles, Depay was named in Louis van Gaal’s 26-man Netherlands squad for the World Cup.
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      He was only deemed fit enough for the bench for his side’s opener, coming on with 28 minutes remaining in their 2-0 victory over Senegal on Monday.
      In Depay’s absence, Vincent Janssen and Steven Bergwijn started up top for the Dutch.
      Barca are hoping that a strong World Cup showing could help Depay regain some market value.
      His only goal this season came in a 3-0 victory over Elche back in September.
      Chelsea are desperate to improve offensively – sitting eighth in the Prem table having scored just 17 goals in 14 games – the lowest tally in the league’s top ten.
      Addressing his future on the eve of the tournament, Depay said: “I don’t know what will happen after the World Cup. The injury has been hard, but I’m already recovered and I’m enjoying the World Cup.
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      “We have a good team that can prove things. I don’t want to think about the past, I’m focused on the World Cup. I also don’t want to think beyond this competition. I don’t know what will happen after the World Cup.
      “I’m very happy to play again, very happy. It took me a long time to come back. It hasn’t been easy mentally, but I’ve worked hard to get there.” More

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      Barcelona ‘to sell Hector Bellerin after just SIX MONTHS with ex-Arsenal ace set for transfer away from boyhood club’

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      BARCELONA are reportedly preparing to sell full-back Hector Bellerin after just SIX MONTHS at the Nou Camp.The 27-year-old joined the Catalan giants in the summer after seeing his Arsenal contract ripped up.
      Bellerin is set to be moved on by Barcelona in JanuaryCredit: AP
      But he has started just three games in all competitions as we head into the World Cup break.
      And according to AS, Barcelona are already keen to move him on in the January window.
      Xavi missed out on right-backs Cesar Azplicueta, Juan Foyth and Thomas Meunier ahead of the 2022/23 campaign.
      As a result, he eventually landed on agreeing a one-year deal for Bellerin as a low-cost solution.
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      However, his poor displays are set to see him booted out just six months after signing for his boyhood club.
      Bellerin made 239 appearances for Arsenal, winning the the FA Cup in 2015, 2017 and 2020.
      He has also received four caps for the Spain national team.
      Roma have been linked with a move for the Spaniard – who spent last season on loan at Real Betis.
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      Jose Mourinho’s men are keen to sell current right-back Rick Karsdorp.
      And if they are able to offload the Dutch defender then Bellerin is being looked at as an ideal replacement.
      They were previously monitoring Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot, but they gave up on him when he returned to the fold under Erik ten Hag. More

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      ‘I see myself at Barcelona for a long time… hopefully 10 YEARS’ – Frenkie de Jong deals Man Utd huge transfer blow

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      BARCELONA star Frenkie de Jong has dealt Manchester United a major transfer blow after expressing how happy he is at the club. Man Utd were desperate to bring De Jong to Old Trafford in the summer but a move did not materialise.
      Frenkie De Jong has again tried to put to bed specualtion he will join Man UtdCredit: Getty
      The Dutchman was supposedly being forced out the club but he decided to stay at Barca and he has now said he sees his long-term future there.
      De Jong told De Telegraaf: “I am very happy in Barcelona. When I play it’s great and in terms of living here life is perfect.
      “I see myself at Barcelona for as long as possible. I personally hope for another eight or ten years.”
      The 25-year-old has fallen out of favour at Barcelona this season starting just two of their six Champions League group games but despite previous reports, he is not unhappy at manager Xavi.
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      De Jong said: “I never got the feeling that Xavi was against me. To the media he said that he was happy with me but that there’s also the financial part of the club.
      “I really don’t put the blame on Xavi.”
      This is not the first time De Jong has tried to shut down rumours about him leaving the Nou Camp.
      He had previously said: “I always wanted to stay at Barcelona and this is why I always remained calm in the summer.”
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      Reports suggest that Man Utd were hoping to go back in for De Jong in January and battle Chelsea for his signature but the player is maintaining his stance from the summer of not wanting to go.
      However, Barca could be forced into selling him due to their ongoing financial difficulties that even led to De Jong accepting a wage cut.
      If he does stay at the Catalan giants he could feature against Man Utd in the Europa League next year. More