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      Moment Antony told red card has been OVERTURNED and he can play Real Madrid as Man Utd flop celebrates with team-mates

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      ANTONY celebrated with coaches and team-mates when he was told his red card had been overturned and he can play Real Madrid. The Manchester United flop, 25, joined Real Betis on loan in January.Antony was all smiles when he found out his red card was rescindedCredit: Real BetisThe winger received the good news from a first-team coachCredit: Real BetisAntony saw red for this needless sliding tackle in injury timeCredit: LaLigaBut his stunning start – including three goals and two assists in six games – hit a stumbling block when he saw red on Sunday. Antony controversially received his marching orders for a needless and cynical late sliding tackle in injury time during the 2-1 win over Getafe.And that looked set to prompt a suspension – and crucially the Brazilian winger would miss Real Madrid’s visit to the Estadio Benito Villamarin on Saturday. The game will have major implications on both the LaLiga title race and battle for European places.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLos Blancos are second but level on 54 points with leaders Barcelona while Betis sit seventh as one of three teams on 35 points. And Antony’s absence at the weekend could have been hugely significant.However, Betis appealed the red card, arguing the tackle was reckless but not dangerous or displaying serious foul play.And the Spanish FA’s disciplinary committee agreed – and wiped out the sending off, thus making Antony available for Saturday’s crunch clash.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSReal Betis’ social media team captured the moment Antony heard the good news from first-team coach Alexis Trujillo alongside manager Manuel Pellegrini. Antony hugged Trujillo then shook hands with various coaches and fellow players before sharing a joke with Pellegrini on the training pitch. Antony shows his excitement as he joins Real Betis The £85.5million man vowed to make the hassle and stress worthwhile.He said: “I was always hoping. I’m very happy, very happy.”I’m ready for Saturday’s game. I was just leaving training and someone from the staff told me and everyone is very happy now.”I have to be focused. We know what we’re playing for in front of our fans.”Playmaker Isco added: “Have they taken it off? Thank goodness.”And ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian joked: “Don’t throw yourself on the ground like that again or I’ll kill you.”Antony enjoyed a joke with Manuel PellegriniCredit: Real BetisThe Manchester United flop has been in great form during his loan to SpainCredit: Getty More

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      Zinedine Zidane makes £4MILLION investment in new sport as Real Madrid legend contemplates next move

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      ZINEDINE ZIDANE has made a £4MILLION investment into a new sport project.The Real Madrid legend has been out of work since leaving the club as manager in 2021.Zinedine Zidane has invested in a padel centre in FranceCredit: SplashZidane, 52, has often been tipped with a return to management, with the likes of Manchester United and France suggested as options.But after winning three Champions League and two LaLiga titles he seems no closer to coming back to the dugout.The Frenchman is still busy away from the pitch and, according to Padel Paper, is taking a dive into a new sport.The outlet claims that Zidane has made a huge £4m investment into a new padel centre in France.READ MORE ON SPORTThe centre will feature 13 padel courts as well as two five-a-side football pitches and a beach volleyball court.Construction is expected to get started in early 2026.It will be built in the Aix-en-Provence with a second base also opening 50km west in Istres.Toulouges will be the fourth centre that Zidane has built.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe has also got a hosting centre in Turin thanks to his ties to Juventus from his playing days.Racket sport padel originated in Mexico and has become hugely popular in recent years.Arsenal wonderkid Miguel Azeez stars opposite Zidane, Beckham and Pogba in Adidas Predator ad Zidane won three Champions League titlesCredit: GettyCristiano Ronaldo has enjoyed playing padelCredit: Instagram @cristianoCristiano Ronaldo has bought a racket centre in Lisbon after gaining interest.Swedish legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic has also opened the doors to a centre in his homeland.Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted he is “addicted” to the sport.He told Wilson: “Padel is, besides football, the best game I’ve ever played.”I’ve only known it in the last five years or so, but since then, I’m really addicted to it.”You make big steps in a short period of time. It’s really fun to play.”Jurgen Klopp has called it the ‘best game’Credit: xZinedine Zidane’s managerial careerZinedine Zidane began his career in management in June 2014 when he was appointed coach of Real Madrid’s B team.Zizou spent 18 months in charge of Real Madrid Castilla before being given his shot at the big time following the sacking of Rafael Benitez.Zidane, 51, took charge of the first team in January 2016 and guided them to a second-place finish in his maiden season at the Bernabeu helm.But he went one better in the Champions League, sealing Real’s 11th European Cup triumph with a shootout victory over Atletico Madrid.The former Los Blancos star went one better in the league in the 2016-17 season, in which they also won the Uefa Super Cup and Club World Cup.A second successive Champions League triumph also followed, with Real beating Italian giants Juventus at the Principality Stadium.He would create history the following season by becoming the first manager to win the tournament three times on the bounce.A 3-1 win over Liverpool saw Real become the first team to win Europe’s elite club competition three times in a row.Zidane announced his resignation five days after the final, insisting the club needed a “change” of direction.He would return to the Bernabeu in March 2019 following Santiago Solari and Julen Lopetegui’s short reigns.A return to the summit of Spanish football would follow in the 2019-20 season, in which Real also scooped the Spanish Super Cup.Zidane would leave the Bernabeu again in June 2021 after overseeing Real’s first trophyless season in 11 years.Zinedine Zidane’s Honours:- La Liga: 2016–17, 2019–20- Supercopa de España: 2017, 2019–20- UEFA Champions League: 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18- UEFA Super Cup: 2016, 2017- FIFA Club World Cup: 2016, 2017 More

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      ‘I’m dying’ – Dani Ceballos’ antics on Real Madrid bench go viral as he pulls bizarre facial expression

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      DANI CEBALLOS has gone viral after pulling a bizarre facial expression on the Real Madrid bench.The midfielder appeared to let his boredom get the better of him as he sat and watched Real’s 2-0 win over Girona.Dani Ceballos made a bizarre facial expression on the Real Madrid benchThe TV camera zoomed in on Ceballos at the perfect moment to capture a moment of weirdness from the Spaniard.With his chin resting on his hand at an awkward angle Ceballos opened his mouth wide open while rolling his eyes in a scene that would not have looked out of place in a horror film.The clip was shared on X where it quickly racked up millions of views and thousands of likes.Ceballos, 28, responded to the tweet by laughing and commented: “I’m dying.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans found Ceballos’ antics both amusing and unnerving.One reacted saying: “Is bro possessed😭”Another added: “What the hell happened here?”A third wrote: “Highlight of the season.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd another commented: “What are you doing bro?”Ceballos has played himself back into Carlo Ancelotti’s plans this season and has made 29 appearances this season, including eight in the Champions League.Pep Guardiola admits ‘best team won’ as Real Madrid knock Man City out of Europe More

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      LaLiga side set start date for £39million ‘little Bernabeu’ with stadium to be demolished and rebuilt

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      REAL MADRID’S city rivals have unveiled plans to build a “little Bernabeu”.LaLiga side Getafe are set to partially demolish and rebuild their Estadio Coliseum home ground.Getafe are planning to build a new Estadio ColiseumCredit: IDOM / GVS / Getafe CFImages released by the club show what the modernisation will look likeCredit: IDOM / GVS / Getafe CFThere is no roof on the current groundCredit: GettyThe current stadium, which is 15 miles away from the iconic Bernabeu, holds 16,500 fans.But Getafe are set to modernise it and increase the capacity by 3,000.They have plans to add a huge screen on the exterior, install a new roof to cover every fan on the terraces and put in 69 new state-of-the-art VIP boxes.The stunning project will take two years to build and cost £39million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGetafe face having to play away from the Estadio Coliseum while the work is being done.The Madrid-based side have not confirmed their temporary location – but club president Angel Torres has promised big things.He said: “It will be beautiful, modern, a small Bernabeu.”The build is set to begin at the end of the season but could be abandoned if Getafe are relegated from LaLiga.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThey sit seven points above the drop zone and there is confidence they will maintain their top-flight status for an eighth successive year.Getafe’s ground was known as the Coliseum Alfonso Perez from its opening in 1989 until 2023.Inside Chelsea’s new £1.6BILLION stadium plans with Stamford Bridge project set to rival Tottenham’sBut the former Spain striker, who never actually played for Getafe, was stripped of the privilege after comments he made about women’s football.Getafe’s chief has promised it will be like a mini BernabeuCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd flop Antony gets straight red card for moment of madness in Real Betis clash… after sublime first half assist

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      ANTONY went from Real Betis hero to zero after a moment of madness against Getafe.The on-loan Brazilian, 24, notched up another assist as Betis beat the hosts 2-1 on Sunday. Antony has bagged another assist for Real BetisCredit: GettyThe on-loan Manchester United forward broke away after beating two men for paceAntony took his team down the field before cutting inside onto his left footThe Brazilian found Isco in the box, who bundled into the bottom cornerAntony’s day took a turn after he was sent off late in the contestCredit: GettyHe was given his marching orders for a late, reckless lunge on Juan IglesiasAntony joined the Spanish side last month on loan from the Red Devils. The £85million flop infamously left Old Trafford after clocking up more yellow cards than goals over the past three seasons. But he looks like a player reborn under Manuel Pelligrini at Betis. Antony has netted three times since heading to Spain on loan, bagging three Player of the Match awards in the process. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd he turned provider for pal Isco during Sunday’s contest at Getafe’s Coliseum.Antony picked up the ball well inside his own half, beating two men for pace as he burst forward.The Brazilian cut back onto his left foot, before finding Isco in the box with a perfect pass.Former Real Madrid star Isco did the rest, giving Antony his second assist since leaving Old Trafford.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne Man Utd fan raged: “This is getting out of hand, Antony is actually cooking in La Liga.”Another said: “Antony deserves an apology. My man is on fire. POTM for sure atm.”Antony leaves Man Utd with more yellow cards than goals as £86m Ten Hag flop goes down as one of worst transfers everWhile a third claimed: “Something must be in the waters in Old Trafford.”And a fourth joked: “Love the look of this Antony, we should sign him!”But the tide turned against the Brazilian in the second half, despite Betis doubling their lead through Isco. Getafe halved the deficit through Borja Mayoral and pushed for a late equaliser. Antony lost out in a foot race with Juan Iglesias in the 94th minute.And he recklessly decided to leap into a wild tackle from behind, scything down the 26-year-old Spaniard. Antony was shown a straight red – and will now miss the visit of Real Madrid on March 1. Man Utd ratings vs EvertonMANCHESTER UNITED fought back from two goals down to draw against Everton at Goodison ParkThe Red Devils were slammed as “embarrassing” by Rio Ferdinand after failing 2-0 down in the first half.But they fought back late on thanks to a stunning Bruno Fernandes free-kick and volley from Manuel Ugarte, who bagged his first goal since his summer arrival from PSG.Amorim’s men were then lucky to escape a penalty in the final moments after VAR overturned the decision.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence has given his ratings of the Manchester United team…Andre Onana – 7United needed him with his game-head on, and his 93rd-minute stop saved a point.Noussair Mazraoui 69′ – 4Looked seriously uncomfortable on the right side of the back three – forced there because of a defensive injury crisisHarry Maguire – 4Out-jumped by Doucoure as the midfielder grabbed Everton’s second and was generally all over the place.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Nowhere for Beto’s opener, completely missing attempted clearance and got away with a 93rd-minute penalty call.Diogo Dalot – 5At least shows willing. Which is more than could be said for some of his team mates at Goodison.Manuel Ugarte – 7Spent most of the game stranded in United’s midfield morass but salvation came with a brilliant strike.Casemiro 62′ – 2The Brazilian is beginning to look like the world’s oldest 32-year-old —he’s become a genuine irrelevance.Patrick Dorgu – 6Made a determined start down the left flank but that enthusiasm was slowly but surely sucked out of him.Bruno Fernandes – 8His free kick was genuine class and once he was dropped deeper started controlling the game.Joshua Zirkzee – 4At £36.5M you would expect an element of ball control but the Dutchman used as a joint No 10 just looks lost.Rasmus Hojlund 69′ – 3Not so much a desperate Dane, more a despairing one although it would help if he had some support.Subs:Alejandro Garnacho 62′ – 7Injected some desperately needed pace and passion. Leny Yoro 69′ – 6Should have been on much earlier.Chido Obi-Martin 69′ – 5The 17-year-old has a presence for sure.The winger now has more goals and assists for Betis in six games than he managed in his last 41 for United.The 24-year-old appears to have immediately settled in Spain.And he puts his success down to being happy, suggesting he feels more calm and at ease in Betis.Antony told AS: “I’ve had a great time in Manchester too, I won two titles and I’m very grateful.“But when I say that I’ve found myself here, I’m happy, the people are like us in Brazil. The sun helps a lot.“I’m very happy here. I wake up every day with a smile and that’s very important.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I have a lot of friends who played here and they left me very calm so that I could sign here. “I was sure in my heart that coming here was the best decision for me. I hope to continue like this.” More

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      Why Real Madrid may have no choice but to sell Vinicius Jr with Brazilian set to become billionaire ‘overnight’

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      REAL MADRID might have no choice but to sell superstar Vinicius Junior to Saudi Arabia.Vinicius has been offered a lucrative five-year deal worth a staggering total of €1billion – which works out at £832million.Real Madrid may have no choice but to sell Vinicius JrReal would never be able to match the Saudis’ bid for ViniciusVinicius, 24, has a contract with Real until 2027 and club president Florentino Perez can’t afford to let him go for nothing.Madrid already benefitted from swooping Kylian Mbappe for no transfer fee from PSG.With the Saudi’s not letting up on their pursuit of Vinicius, Madrid would surely receive a world-record fee.In fact, Madrid’s share of the deal is believed to be around £237.5million, according to The Times.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThat would be reasonable profit on a player bought for roughly £37million at the age of 18. In that time, Vinícius has helped win two Champions League titles and three domestic titles among 13 trophies for Real in all. Prising the Brazilian star away from them in his prime would be a huge statement of intent.Vinicius could depart in the most incredible transfer in football history with in excess of €1billion being paid by Saudi Arabia.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSNo club has been named but there are four leading sides – Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, and Al-Shabab.The Saudi Pro League shares out imported talent as a way of keeping the league competitive.Vinicius Jr wins Fifa The Best award after Ballon d’Or controversy while Man Utd ace Garnacho also bags top prizeAs of now, Madrid do not want to sell.Yet those close to the club suspect it will happen as they fear losing him for nothing in two years time, according to The Times.And Vinicius would be open to becoming the first overnight billionaire footballer.Despite starring for Madrid, the Bernabeu outfit have proved that their next superstar is never far away.Summer signing Mbappe was the star of Wednesday night’s heroics as the Frenchman bagged a stunning hat-trick in Madrid’s 3-1 demolition of Manchester City in the Champions League.Vinicius’ book of grievances include the abhorrent racism he has often faced in LaLiga and missing out on the Ballon d’Or to City midfielder Rodri in the summer.He will still have the World Cup with Brazil as his global showcase.Meanwhile, Saudi once lured players eyeing retirement savings, like N’Golo Kante and Roberto Firmino.Manchester United had hopes of sending Casemiro there too in order to get his £350,00-a-week wages off the bill.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the Middle Eastern nation’s recruitment plans have shifted towards young, current stars, with a promising football future.Their big January recruit was the explosive Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, 21, who joined for £70million. More

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      Pep Guardiola targeted with sick ‘homophobic’ chants from Real Madrid supporters during Champions League thumping

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      REAL MADRID supporters allegedly directed homophobic chants at Pep Guardiola during last night’s Champions League clash.His Cityzens crashed out of the competition as Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick sealed a 3-1 defeat and a 6-3 aggregate loss in the play-off round.Pep Guardiola’s side were well beaten by Real Madrid last nightCredit: GettyMadrid fans revelled in the victory over Guardiola, who won the Champions League twice and three LaLiga titles with their bitter rivals Barcelona from 2008 to 2012.However, Spanish publication Marca claim that they began chanting towards the Catalan coach at 2-0, in which they referenced an area of Madrid that is known as the heart of the gay district.The actual word also has a double meaning and is used as slang for somebody “crooked”.Though Marca’s report states this particular chant did have homophobic undertones.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe targeting of the Man City manager comes just weeks after Guardiola’s shock split from wife Cristina Serra after 30 years.Showbiz reporters Lorena Vasquez and Laura Fa would later claim that Serra, a fashion entrepreneur, decided “enough was enough” when he penned a new City contract after previously telling her he would move away from the UK.The couple were married in 2014 but have lived apart for at least the last five years due to Serra moving back to Barcelona to live with one of their three children.This fresh report also adds that after Mbappe had claimed the matchball, an ironic chant of “Guardiola, stay” was directed at him on at least three occasions.Most read in Champions LeagueJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSKylian Mbappe bagged a stunning hat-trickCredit: GettyMbappe took just four minutes to give Real Madrid the lead on the night.The Frenchman grabbed his second on 33 minutes, before sealing his hat-trick shortly after the hour mark – with Nico Gonzalez scoring a consolation late on.Pep Guardiola says Akanji’s season all-but over as Man City star suffers injury while playing ‘in emergency’ More

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      ‘Not even half the team that made us park the bus’ – Real Madrid stars’ BRUTAL verdict after smashing ‘fragile’ Man City

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      REAL MADRID stars took just 45 minutes to realise Manchester City weren’t even “half the team” they faced in recent years.Real and City failed to finish in the Champions League’s top eight during the league phase and that set up a blockbuster play-off for a place in the Last 16.Real Madrid realised they weren’t facing the same Manchester City from the last three yearsCredit: RexReal found Man City weren’t ‘half the team’ they faced last yearCredit: GettyReal decided to play attacking football during half-time at Man CityCredit: PAReal dumped Man City out of the Champions League in dominant second legCredit: GettyThe two giants first met at the Etihad last week for the first leg, which Los Blancos approached with the utmost respect and refused to pay any attention to Man City’s immense woes in the Premier League.The Citizens found themselves leading at half-time thanks to Erling Haaland’s opener, and that is when Carlo Ancelotti’s stars came to a sudden realisation.According to Marca, a big conversation took place in the visitors’ dressing room.The visitors understood they weren’t playing against the same City that took them to the limit the last three years, during which they faced off in six thrilling Champions League knockout games.Read More on FootballThat was when Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and co asked themselves: “What are we doing?”The reigning European champions previously adopted a more defensive strategy, such as last year when they “parked the bus” on the edge of their area in the quarter-finals.However, the Spanish champions knew they could push this team and press higher as Pep Guardiola’s side was nothing like the rivals they remembered.Real stars found their opponents to be “physically bad” when pressed with “lots of gaps, lots of gaps” and a “surprisingly fragile” defence.Most read in Champions LeagueAncelotti’s men returned to the pitch and equalised with Mbappe and kept fighting despite Haaland’s double 10 minutes before full-time as they levelled things up with Brahim Diaz and got the winner through Bellingham during stoppage time.Real used the lessons they learned in the second leg as they only played attacking football, which was completely different than what they displayed last season against City.Man City boss Pep Guardiola responds to late collapse to Real Madrid It paid dividends as Mbappe scored a hat-trick during a dominant display that saw Guardiola’s side being often unable to cross the halfway line.And Man City struggled so much they couldn’t get a shot on or off target until the latter stages of the second half, which saw Nico Gonzalez scoring a consolation goal during stoppage time. More