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      Lamine Yamal destroys Jude Bellingham with four-word Instagram post after firing Barcelona to epic Clasico win

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      LAMINE YAMAL destroyed Jude Bellingham with a four-word Instagram post after firing Barcelona to an epic Clasico win.The teenager sensation, 17, was on target in a 4–3 home victory over Real Madrid on Sunday.Lamine Yamal took aim at Jude Bellingham on InstagramCredit: GettyThe Real Madrid star was on the receiving end of a 4-3 Clasico defeatCredit: GettyYamal’s Insta post went up on Sunday eveningBarcelona were forced to fight back twice from a goal down to secure bragging rights in the derby.But more importantly, it saw Hansi Flick’s men open up a seven-point lead at the top of the table with just three games to play.And Yamal could not resist poking fun at Real Madrid rival Bellingham in an Instagram post on Sunday evening.The winger uploaded a picture of himself celebrating his goal, along with the caption: “Mm, Ryan vaccinated (like this one too).”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe first part of the caption refers to a previous viral encounter with autograph-seeking “fans” who did not actually know Yamal’s name, leading him to tell them it was ‘Ryan’.But the latter half was a clear dig at Bellingham after his Instagram antics last week.The England star, as well as Real legend Sergio Ramos, ‘liked’ a post from Alessandro Bastoni after the Italian defender helped Inter Milan dump Yamal’s Barcelona out of the Champions League in a thrilling semi-final clash.And fans were quick to react to Yamal’s cheeky caption on social media.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSOne said: “Ooh Jude didn’t you like this one?”Another declared: “Ryan putting Madrid on a leash, hell yeah.”’Absolute cinema’ – Kate Abdo dubbed ‘real talent’ after showing off incredible Spanish in Lamine Yamal interviewBellingham and Sergio Ramos both liked a post by Alessandro Bastoni last weekCredit: GettyThe Italian had hailed Inter Milan’s Champions League win over Yamal’s BarcaOne noted: “It would be unfair not to give the Ballon d’Or to this genius.”Another added: “Legend already.”Yamal and Barcelona will now prepare to visit Espanyol on Thursday, where a win will secure the LaLiga title.Flick’s men need just two points from their remaining three games to take Real’s crown.And it will secure the Double for the German in his maiden season, with Barcelona already beating Real 3-2 in last month’s thrilling Copa del Rey final. More

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      Barcelona vs Real Madrid LIVE SCORE: Mbappe’s bags a hat-trick as Los Blancos chase equaliser – updates

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      BARCELONA host bitter rivals Real Madrid for another edition of the mouthwatering El Clasico – and there has been SIX goals in the opening 35 minutes!Kylian Mbappe converted from the penalty spot before scoring a second to put Los Blancos two up.Ryan Garcia then scored a well-timed header to pull one back for the hosts.And then Lamine Yamal and Raphinha’s quickfire double, has now flipped this match completely on its head.Live stream/TV: Premier Sports 1Barcelona starting XI: Szczesny, Cubarsi, Martinez, Eric, Gerard Martin, De Jong, Pedri, Olmo, Ferran, Yamal, Raphinha.Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Lucas, Tchouameni, Asencio, Fran Garcia, Ceballos, Valverde, Bellingham, Guler, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the El Clasico with our live blog below…Barcelona 4-3 Real Madrid86 – For those wondering, the referee is Alejandro José Hernández Hernández. Only 24 games ever officiated for the 43-year-old – none for Barcelona – and he has handled this game expertly so far.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid83 – A goal-chasing move from The Whites. Young attacker Endrick enters the fray for right-back Lucas Vasquez. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid82 – Penalty denied! A crucial decision in a vert tense situation as the referee maintains his initial decision. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid81 – The referee will head to the video not without contest from each side on and off the pitch. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid79 – CHANCE! Yamal weaves his way past Fran and sparks a shot off Courtois. His ricochet comes towards the path of Ferran, whose shot clips of Tchouameni’s arm resulting in shouts of a potential handball. VAR will check. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid77 – Two changes from the hosts. Olmo, who has struggle to maintain the tempo set by the other forwards, comes off for Fermin. And Garcia makes way for Fort. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid75 – Madrid have their chance at some pressure-induced attacking. The Whites get into the final third with purpose but are unable to craft out a real opportunity of note from Fran’s cross as Barcelona scrap their way out of danger. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid72 – SHOT! Yamal cracks an effort from a good 20 yards out and is denied by the lanky frame of Courtois. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-3 Real Madrid69 – Three of the best, he’s made em pay as the famous line goes. Mbappé, has had a love-hate relationship with the Barcelona high-line, profits from it for the third time today. Assisted by running mate Vinicius, the forward taps in the squared ball from inches out. This game is not done yet! Copy linkCopiedGOAL – Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid68 – Ferran had seemingly beaten the Madrid line with a big chance on the way. But slipped in the process. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid67 – Ferran, who is deputising for the benched Lewandowski, has operated adeptly as a makeshift No.9. The Spaniard has roamed about with significant interest complementing the dual threats of Yamal and Raphinha. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid64 – Yamal and Olmo combine a quick 1-2 in the right half-space as Barca continue to push Madrid back. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid61 – Balde continues the thrust that Martin provided down the left hand side to the disadvantage of those defending as Vinicius capitalises on the free space.However is unable to get his cross into an open Mbappe as Christensen recovers to block. Chants of “Pedri” ring around the Olympic stadium. He’s been that good and more this season.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid58 – Modric works a ball over the top to Mbappe, who dances his way past the Barca defenders but the move fizzes out. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid56 – Cubarsi goes down with discomfort and is replaced by Christensen. Whilst, Martin is taken off for the returning Balde. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid55 – It teases that Barca defensive line and prompts any attacker to believe they have a chance. Mbappe gets beyond it again and sees his shot crack wide of the far post. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid52 – OFFSIDE! Ferran clips a ball around the corner for Raphinha to latch onto and he does as he glides into the box and plays across for Yamal to tap home but Raphinha’s initial run was too early. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid49 – The first signs of humiliation have come out for Madrid. Asencio, who has been victim to the fluidity of Barca’s attack, comes charging in with one intention on Ferran and nails him to the ground. Moment of nativity and frustration rewarded a yellow. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid48 – A miscommunication from two of Madrid’s attackers. Mbappe and Vinicius get beyond the defensive line and in the way of each other for a ball intended for one.Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid46 – Another Madrid offside. As Barcelona’s high-line catches a trailing Valverde. Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real MadridAnd we’re back underway. Two substitutions from Madrid as Brahim comes on for Arda Guler and Modric on for Ceballos. Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedThe Madrid hunterSurely a leading contender for the Ballon d’Or? Copy linkCopiedHalf-time reading Copy linkCopiedBarcelona 4-2 Real Madrid – HALFTIME Simply enthralling stuff from the grandest fixture of them all. Madrid via Mbappe raced into a two-goal led but their fragilities that sees them trail this tight title race were laid bare by Garcia, Yamal Raphinha and Raphinha again.In his final Classico, Ancelotti has got to pull something out of the bag before this gets truly ugly.Copy linkCopied More

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      Sevilla flops forced to spend night at training centre after defeat as ‘violent’ fans launch horrific attacks

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      SEVILLA stars were forced to spend the night at their training ground after angry fans stormed it following their defeat to Celta Vigo.The club’s poor season continued on Saturday thanks to a 3-2 defeat away to Celta Vigo.Sevila suffered a 3-2 defeat to Celta Vigo on SaturdayCredit: EPAFurious Sevilla fans took out their season’s frustrations by attacking the club’s training groundCredit: XFootage on social media showed fans storming the ground after breaking through a gateCredit: XSevilla’s 15th league defeat of the campaign has left them in 16th place in the La Liga table and dangerously close to the relegation zone with three matches remaining.And a small number of the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan faithful showed their anger by attacking the club’s training ground.Footage on social media showed an angry mob attacking and breaking through the training ground’s protective gate.Joaquin Caparros’ troops had to take refuge in their training ground for the night due to fears for their safety after heading there on their return from the Celta Vigo game.READ MORE FOOTIE NEWSSevilla issued a scathing statement on the incredible act of violence, in which they urged the authorities to take serious action.It read: “Sevilla FC strongly condemns the organised vandalism that took place this Saturday night at the Jose Ramon Cisneros Palacios Sports City, following the first team’s arrival at the facilities after the match against Celta de Vigo.“Sevilla FC requests that the Security Forces and Corps exercise the utmost diligence to locate those responsible for these despicable acts, perpetrated by a gang of organized radicals who acted with extreme violence.“Beyond the complaints, Sevilla FC is committed to doing everything in its power to assist in the pursuit of the perpetrators of these crimes.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSSevilla are six points above the relegation zone with three La Liga matches remainingCredit: REX”It will try to help identify those involved in these actions and will act relentlessly in the event that they are Sevilla FC fans and members.“Finally, Sevilla FC expresses its absolute condemnation of any protest that involves violence and criminal acts like those seen this Saturday, May 10.Ex-Premier League star Jesus Navas breaks down in tears as he plays final home game for Sevilla“The club is certain that these actions do not represent the Sevilla fans, who are also aware of the significance of Tuesday’s match against UD Las Palmas at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.”Sevilla are a mere six points above the relegation zone following Saturday’s defeat to Celta.Hot on their heels are 18th-placed Las Palmas, whom they’ll host at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan on Tuesday night for a relegation six-pointer.Defeat to Los Amarillos could all but condemn Sevilla to the Segunda Division as they face tricky ties against Real Madrid and Villarreal in their last two matches of the season. More

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      Vinicius Jr rejects €1BILLION Saudi deal to sign eyewatering new five-year Real Madrid contract with huge bonuses

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      REAL MADRID superstar Vinicius Jr has snubbed an astronomical bid from Saudi Arabia to renew his contract at Santiago Bernabeu.Vinicius, 24, has received interest from the Saudi Pro League the last few months with his current deal at Real set to expire in two years.Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr has snubbed a €1BILLION bid from Saudi ArabiaVinicius has agreed a new deal with Real that will see him making €100m in the next five yearsAccording to AS, however, the star forward is not leaving Madrid despite being offered a whopping €1BILLION (£846million) contract from Saudi chiefs that would run until 2030.Instead, the Brazil international has agreed to put pen to paper on a new deal with the Spanish giants that will see him making a staggering €100m (£85m) in the next five years.Vinicius is expected to pen his new contract at the end of the season, before the Club World Cup.And the Brazilian’s new deal will come into effect immediately, instead of 2027 when his current contract runs out.Read More on FootballThe versatile winger will be making an eye-watering £17m per year after tax once he officially agrees to the new terms.That, however, will be the minimum amount the ex-Flamengo star will be pocketing at Los Blancos.The new deal will include some major add-ons based on silverware and goals.But the biggest incentive is arguably the Ballon d’Or clause which would see him adding an extra £1.7m in the bank.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThat will make him the club’s highest-paid player, eclipsing the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham.Vinicius just missed out of last season’s award for the world’s best player, which was won by Manchester City star Rodri.Vinicius Jr wins Fifa The Best award after Ballon d’Or controversy while Man Utd ace Garnacho also bags top prizeReal were infuriated and boycotted the event in Paris as they insisted their star man deserved it more than the Spain international. More

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      Real Madrid to raid Premier League again as they eye shock deals for Arsenal’s David Raya and Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen

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      BRIGHTON keeper Bart Verbruggen is a shock target for Real Madrid.But he would have to start on their bench.Bart Verbruggen is a transfer target for Real MadridCredit: RexLos Blancos may also make a shock approach for David RayaCredit: GettyThe Dutch 22-year-old is fancied by the Spanish giants as they look for a long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois.They could be selling Ukrainian keeper Andriy Lunin, 26, who has been happy to cover for Courtois over the last five years.And Real are now ready to ask the big question and find out if Verbruggen fancies the move.The idea is that he would have the chance of becoming their first choice down the line.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Seagulls are aware of the interest and hope for a decision in the summer transfer window.Should Verbruggen leave, they would have to find a top-class replacement for him.Brighton have already been tracking Liverpool No 2 Caoimhin Kelleher, 26, and Burnley’s 22-year-old James Trafford for some time.Verbruggen has established himself as the Seagulls’ No1 after a long fight.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd, therefore, he may be reluctant to give it up for the reserve job behind Courtois, 32, in Madrid.However, all parties need to make the call on a potential move for the Holland international to let the clubs go about their business.Antonio Rudiger sent off for throwing ICE PACK at referee in Copa del Rey final as Real Madrid bench restrain fuming aceReal have also considered Arsenal’s Spanish keeper David Raya, 29, for the long-term role.But that deal would be even harder to pull off than Verbruggen.Thibaut Courtois and Andriy Lunin are the current top goalkeepers at Real MadridCredit: Getty More

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      Jude Bellingham ‘facing major surgery’ after England and Real Madrid star played through pain for 18 MONTHS

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM is set to have surgery a long-standing shoulder problem after playing through 18 months of pain.The Real Madrid star has reportedly delayed going under the knife since dislocating his shoulder a year and a half ago.Jude Bellingham is reportedly set to have surgery on his shoulder this summerThe Real Madrid star has been playing through pain for 18 monthsBut, according to Spanish outlet Marca, “everything points to Bellingham having surgery on his shoulder” this summer.The 21-year-old star fell awkwardly during a clash with Rayo Vallecano in November 2023.He was forced to miss Los Blancos’ next two matches, while also being absent for England’s final two Euro 2024 qualifiers.Since, Bellingham has been playing with his shoulder heavily strapped to avoid aggravating the injury.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThere were suggestions that the England international would have the surgery after Euro 2024.But, with the Three Lions reaching the final against Spain, there was little in the way of a break before the new LaLiga campaign.Bellingham did miss the first few weeks of this term, after picking up a muscle injury to his lower right leg in pre-season but chose not have his shoulder fixed.Bellingham will be due to play over the summer in the Fifa Club World Cup.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe tournament begins on June 14 and if Madrid make the final, that takes place a month later on July 13.But it is unknown whether he will miss the tournament to go under the knife.New footage ‘shows Jude Bellingham in tense standoff with Ancelotti’ as Real Madrid boss ‘mortally wounded’ by Arsenal Bellingham has faced criticism from Madrid fans in recent weeks.The midfielder was blamed for making a mistake for Barcelona’s opening goal in Madrid’s 3-2 Copa del Rey final defeat.He gave the ball away on the half-way line – with his pass intercepted by Barca star and goalscorer Pedri. The Birmingham starlet was later sent off for dissent in the final moments of the match, before it was later overturned a few days later.Madrid remain four points behind Barca in LaLiga, with four games remaining.The two giants face each other in an all-or-nothing El Clasico on Sunday night. More

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      Real Betis come up with new name for Antony as fans beg Man Utd loanee to stay

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      MANCHESTER UNITED loanee Antony has been given a charming new nickname at Real Betis – while fans are begging him to stay.The Brazilian, whose loan spell could be coming to an end, received a raucous reception from Betis supporters after his latest heroics.Antony is a fan favourite at loan side Real BetisAntony has been important in leading Betis to the Europa Conference League final against ChelseaAntony played a huge role in Los Verdiblancos making it to the Europa Conference League final, where they face Chelsea.The winger scored two incredible goals across both legs of Betis’ semi-final triumph against Serie A side Fiorentina. And Antony was overcome with emotion after the full-time whistle after the LaLiga side reached their first ever European final.With one of the biggest games in the club’s history coming up, more than a thousand fans gathered at the Benito Villamarin stadium to celebrate with the players.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSChants of “Antony stay!” rang out among supporters as the 25-year-old star was urged to enjoy the moment by his loan team-mates.Betis and Spain legend Joaquin also revealed on live radio that Antony has been given the nickname “Antonio from Triana”.Joaquin’s revelation drew laughs from the radio station hosts.Antonio Triana was the stage name of a famous Seville-born flamenco dancer who transcended Spanish dance.Most read in FootballJoaquin previously joked that he is prepared to “KIDNAP” Antony to stop the winger from returning to Old Trafford.Antony was overcome with emotion after Real Betis reached the Europa Conference League finalCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe ovation from the fans comes just days after Betis president Angel Haro said the club are trying to keep Antony. Haro told Spanish outlet Cope: “Keeping Antony is very, very complicated. ‘Leaving Man Utd works wonders’ – Fans love Antony’s wild Real Betis celebrations as he goes topless and waves huge flag”We will have a meeting with United to extend the loan for another year.”It’s about seeing the predisposition of the player and Manchester United.”Antony’s future in Seville is up in the air, with United rejecting a £25m season-long loan deal for next term.His latest strike took his tally to eight goals and four assists across 21 appearances for Manuel Pellegrini’s side since joining in January.The winger’s influence has been a major factor in Betis’ push for European football, as the club currently sit sixth in the table.Read More on The SunIt comes as his parent club set up a Europa League final against Tottenham, after beating Betis’ LaLiga rivals Athletic Bilbao 7-1 on aggregate.Antony joined United in 2022 after a whopping £86million deal with Ajax but never lived up to expectations as he only managed a mere total of 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances.Antony’s stats in LaLiga since his January move More

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      Marco Asensio’s mum told Florentino Perez he’d be Real Madrid star aged NINE before tragic death from cancer

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      IT was the mother of all predictions that still brings a tear to the eye of Marco Asensio two decades down the line.A bold-as-brass prophecy from his biggest fan, before he was even at the baby-steps stage of a career which took him to the European summit.Marco Asensio has been a revelation for Aston Villa since his loan move from PSGCredit: REXAsensio became a global name during his trophy-laden stint with Real MadridCredit: AFPThe Spain international joined Real from Mallorca in December 2014Credit: GETTYAsensio’s late mother, Maria, told Florentino Perez her son would be a Real star when he was nine years oldCredit: AlamyAnd ultimate proof that mums DO know best — as a trophy cabinet packed with football’s most glittering prizes testifies.If Aston Villa fans get their way, any more medals that the Spanish forward wins will be done in the claret and blue shirt of Unai Emery’s men.For it has taken Asensio, 29, just three months to become a cult hero to Villa supporters, 18 games and nine starts after arriving on loan from Paris Saint-Germain.He has eight goals already, all celebrated with a look to the heavens, in memory of the mum who once told Real Madrid’s president that Marco would be a Bernabeu superstar.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAsensio was only nine, yet she knew her son had a gift — and was quick to tell Florentino Perez in their chance meeting at Puerto Portals in Mallorca.Maria and husband Gilberto had taken the family to see the luxury yachts in the marina and after spotting Perez on his boat, asked for a picture.Yet before heading off, she told the Real guv’nor to look at the pint-sized kid next to her, as one day he would pull on the most famous white shirt in football.While Perez simply smiled, Maria had no doubts. Neither did a man who was blown away from the day Asensio arrived at tiny Mallorcan club Platges de Calvia two years earlier.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSJuan Pericas, a youth coach at the Spanish fifth-tier outfit, soon had the same conviction as Marco’s mum. He still chuckles at what she said to Perez.Marco Asensio scores a brilliant flicked goal in Real Madrid training Pericas revealed: “They asked Florentino for a photo and then his mother said, ‘You see this little boy? “‘He is my son Marco. One day he will play for Real Madrid and be very successful’.“That’s why, the day that Marco signed for Real, he cried like a child. He remembered his mother’s premonition.“He was seven when he joined us, an age when very few kids know what to do with the ball.“But he played with his head up and always made the right decision.“In his first season, he scored 64 goals and had 30 assists.“That was a huge thing for someone so young to have those stats.”Sadly, Maria never got to see her son at the Bernabeu, as she tragically passed away through cancer when he was just 15 and a youth player at Mallorca.Almost immediately, he was playing two categories above his age group, standing out against boys older and stronger.Before long, LaLiga’s big two were sniffing around — and when Real agreed to pay €4million in one hit for the 18-year-old, letting Mallorca keep him for the season, that swayed it.Marco has told me many times his mother is still his source of inspiration and he plays every match in her memory.”Juan Pericas on Marco Asensio’s late motherBarcelona missed out as they wanted the fee in four instalments — and Asensio was on the road to three Champions League wins in nearly a decade.And every golden moment was celebrated with a point to the heavens in tribute to the woman he says will always be his driving force.Just as they were when he left for Paris a couple of seasons ago — and since moving to the Midlands in February.Pericas added: “Marco has told me many times his mother is still his source of inspiration and he plays every match in her memory. “She left an indelible impact and lives on through Marco.“He has spoken many times of his desire to make her proud on every occasion.“That’s why, each time Marco scores, he celebrates by looking up at the sky. Every goal is dedicated to Maria.”Villa fans would love to see him bagging plenty more for them and they are urging Emery to pay the £12.5million or so that it would cost to make his move permanent this summer.Read More on The SunAnd Pericas is equally convinced that the two are a perfect fit.He added: “Marco is loving it in England. If everything can be worked out, it would be a great move for both of them.” More