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      Why is Jude Bellingham not suspended for Real Madrid’s Champions League clash against Man City?

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      JUDE Bellingham WILL be available for Real Madrid tonight against Man City in the Champions League – and here is why.Bellingham was sent off during Madrid’s 1-1 draw at Osasuna in La Liga over the weekend, but will not miss Real Madrid’s clash against City.Jude Bellingham was sent off for telling referee Jose Munuera to “f*** off”Credit: GettyThe incident between Jose Munuera and Bellingham was described as a “miscommunication.”Credit: Vincent West TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYLos Blancos have experienced a turbulent season with referees in the Spanish League, with the 21-year-old’s dismissal only adding fuel to the fire.REAL VS MAN CITY LIVE – LATEST UPDATESWhy is Bellingham not suspended for the Champions League?Jude Bellingham will not be suspended from the Champions League as suspensions from La Liga do not carry over into UEFA competitions. Bellingham, however, is likely to get a lengthy ban from La Liga, after being sent off during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna.Read more FootballThe Three Lions midfielder has avoided a lengthy ban, and will be suspended for matches against Girona at home and Real Betis away.Reports in Spain suggest Real will appeal.Why is Jude Bellingham suspended?The 21-year-old Bellingham was sent off for dissent during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna. In an incident which has been described as a “miscommunication” by Bellingham, he told referee Jose Munuera to “f*** off”, but Munuera thought he said “f*** you.” Most read in Champions LeagueBellingham will be banned for two matches for the incident.Who is playing in the Champions League knockout stage tonight?There are eight games of action over two nights, with half of the pack being eliminated from the Champions League, as part of their new format.Tuesday, February 17:Milan 1-1 Feyenoord (Feyenoord win 2-1 on agg)Atalanta 1-3 Club Brugge (Brugge win 5-3 on agg)Bayern Munich 1-1 Celtic (Bayern win 3-2 on agg)Benfica 3-3 Monaco (Benfica win 4-3 on agg)Wednesday, February 18:Dortmund (3) vs Sporting (0) – 5.45pm GMTParis (3) vs Brest (0) – 8pm GMTReal Madrid (3) vs Manchester City (2) – 8pm GMTPSV (1) vs Juventus (2) – 8pm GMT More

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      ‘Who wants to live with him’ – Lamine Yamal admits Barcelona team-mate is ‘impossible’ and he’s terrified of KANGAROOS

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      BARCELONA superstar Lamine Yamal has revealed which team-mate he would find “impossible” to live with.Yamal burst onto the scene when he made his first team debut aged just 15 two years ago.Lamine Yamal has revealed which of his team-mates he would find ‘impossible’ to live withCredit: GettyThe 17-year-old has since become one of the biggest names in football, with 40 Barcelona goal contributions in 83 appearances.He also made history at Euro 2024 last year by becoming the youngest player to appear at the tournament and the youngest to score.On top of that, Spain came away with the trophy after beating England 2-1 in the final.Yamal opened up about his career and life in a recent interview with Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo.Read More in FootballThe teenager sensationally admitted he is afraid of kangaroos.He also revealed which one of his team-mates he would find “impossible” to live with.Responding to the question, he said: “The others are afraid to say Gavi.”Who wants to live with Gavi? It’s impossible.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSYamal claimed that Gavi would be hardest to live withCredit: GettyYamal was awarded the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony last year following his successful season with Barcelona.He was also named in The Best FIFA Men’s XI.Lamine Yamal accidentally shows world his naked Spain team-mates in live social media blunder after England win In the recent interview with Mundo Deportivo, Yamal also revealed which three players he would most like to play alongside at Barcelona.He said: “[Jamal] Musiala, Neymar, Savinho.”But out of all three players, the forward admitted he would like to see Barcelona sign Musiala the most.He added: “You want me to say Neymar… but no: Musiala, who has a contract.” More

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      Referee at centre of Jude Bellingham red card probe reveals ‘suffering’ family sent ‘threats and attacks’

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      THE REFEREE at the centre of Jude Bellingham’s red card has revealing his “suffering” family have been sent “threats and attacks.”Jose Munuera sent off Bellingham during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna at the weekend.Jose Munuera says his family have received threats since he sent off Jude BellinghamCredit: GettyThe England ace has been banned for two matches for swearing at the officialCredit: ReutersThe midfielder was left gobsmacked when he was given his marching orders for what he later claimed was a “miscommunication.”Munuera wrote in his report that Bellingham said “f*** you” after a decision went the other way.And the England ace was left facing a 12-match ban as a result of his actions.Bellingham has today avoided the major suspension following an investigation from LaLiga.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe has instead been banned for two matches, meaning he will just miss games against Girona and Real Betis.Real Madrid plan on appealing the two-match ban, with the club and Bellingham insisting he did not swear at Munuera.But the ref claims the incident has seen his family receive various threats, saying they are under “attack” following his red card for Bellingham.He said: “Today it was my turn, but how long has the committee been suffering these attacks? Most read in FootballInside Jude Bellingham’s new romance with stunning Instagram model“They are vilifying my nephews, they are attacking my nine brothers, my 80-year-old father went to mass today and… I better keep quiet. “What are we creating? How can we show in a newspaper the barbarities that we are saying? Are we crazy? Are we controlling violence or promoting it? This is getting out of hand. What sport are we creating with football?“Before they sent me another hundred thousand death threats or insults, I silenced my Linkedin account so that the same thing wouldn’t happen again. I’m not afraid, it’s for my protection and that of my family. They are in a bad way, very worried. “They haven’t asked me to stop because they know that’s impossible. My parents don’t deserve this.”Meanwhile, the Mail reports that the official himself is under investigation from the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF).It has nothing to do with Bellingham’s red card though, and is instead related to his ownership of Talentus Sports — a sports consultancy agency.Alleged clients including Uefa, LaLiga and several football clubs.The RFEF is reportedly investigating an incident based on Munuera’s “extra-sporting activities.”But Munuera denies any conflict of interest, claiming: “I have been doing it for a year now, and I and other sportsmen give talks to companies of all kinds. READ MORE SUN STORIES“As an extra service, and that is where the whole mess came from, we offer a free service on Linkedin to the people who go to these conferences, without any kind of connection, let’s be clear, neither economic nor contact, in which we create a database with the job offers generated by sport, basketball, tennis, football.“So that young people who have done a postgraduate degree in sport have a reference site to be able to see these job offers. Full stop. There is nothing else.” More

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      Jude Bellingham escapes 12-game ban after X-rated rant at referee with Real Madrid star to miss just TWO matches

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has received a two-match ban for his X-rated rant at a referee.The Real Madrid star was red carded in Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna after what he claims was a “miscommunication” between him and referee Jose Munuera.Jude Bellingham was sent off for dissent on SaturdayCredit: ReutersThe England star couldn’t believe the decisionCredit: AFPMunuera claimed Bellingham, 21, had yelled “f*** you” – which could have landed the England international a TWELVE-GAME ban.In the Munuera’s report after the game, he claimed: “In the 40th minute, Bellingham was sent off for the following reason: For addressing me, being just a few metres away, in the following terms: “F*** you.”Bellingham immediately refuted the claim, insisting: “It’s clear that it was a mistake and there is a miscommunication. I remember the incident very well but I’ve also seen the video and the video doesn’t match the report.”I don’t want to go too much in detail about what was said but it’s like a expression like ‘f***’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I hope that the footage review can show that is not the same as the report and going forward that the federation can keep it under consideration because it’s huge evidence.”Obviously we can’t change the result but I think that going forward there will be a change.”While Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti claimed after the match that Bellingham had used the term “f*** off” instead, suggesting it is a phrase rather than a personal attack.He said: “I think the referee did not understand Jude Bellingham’s English. He said f*** off, not f*** you… that’s way different.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe Spanish FA’s disciplinary Code says that any player guilty of “insulting, offending, or addressing the main referee, assistants, fourth official, directors, or sports authorities in offensive terms or attitudes” will be punished with a suspension of four to 12 matches.But Bellingham has avoided a lengthy ban, and will be suspended for matches against Girona at home and Real Betis away.Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds’Reports in Spain suggest Real will appeal.The Spanish giants had been 1-0 up at the time of Bellingham’s red card, via Kylian Mbappe’s 15th minute opener.They went on to draw 1-1 following Ante Budimir’s 58th minute penalty.Asked whether he will talk to Bellingham about his conduct, Ancelotti added: “I’ve nothing to say to Jude. I should talk to the referee, not to Jude.”The previous week, TV mics picked up a similar X-rated Bellingham rant directed at a linesman during Real Madrid’s clash with Atletico.He shouted: “F*** you man! F*** off!”Even though he swore at an official, the midfielder escaped any punishment on that occasion.On Tuesday evening, Munuera detailed the abuse he had received during an appearance on Spanish TV show El Partizado.He said: “Today it was my turn, but how long has the committee been suffering these attacks?”They are vilifying my nephews, they are attacking my nine brothers, my 80-year-old father went to mass today and… I better keep quiet.”What are we creating? How can we show in a newspaper the barbarities that we are saying? Are we crazy? Are we controlling violence or promoting it? This is getting out of hand. What sport are we creating with football?”Before they sent me another hundred thousand death threats or insults, I silenced my Linkedin account so that the same thing wouldn’t happen again. I’m not afraid, it’s for my protection and that of my family. They are in a bad way, very worried.”They haven’t asked me to stop because they know that’s impossible. My parents don’t deserve this.”READ MORE SUN STORIESLast season, Mason Greenwood saw red while at Getafe for appearing to tell a referee to “f*** off.”The former Manchester United forward denied those words, instead claiming to have said “don’t f*** with me” – subsequently escaping a ban.Carlo Ancelotti stood by Bellingham after the matchCredit: AFP More

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      ‘I wake up every day with a smile’ – Antony swipes at Man Utd and admits it is ‘easier’ to play with new Betis team-mate

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      ANTONY aimed a dig at Manchester United as he spoke of his joy at playing for Real Betis.The winger joined the LaLiga side on loan last month and has hit the ground running.Antony is loving life at Real BetisCredit: RexAntony has scored three goals in his first four games, producing one assist, showing why United were so desperate to sign him for £85million in 2022.He has looked revitalised and puts it down to being happy, suggesting he feels more calm and at ease at 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. READ MORE ON MAN UTD“I’m very happy here. I wake up every day with a smile and that’s very important.“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.”Antony has adjusted quickly to his new team and he puts it down to the skill of his team-mates.He highlighted former Real Madrid star Isco as a big influence, as well as ex-Tottenham midfielder Giovani Lo Celso.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe added: “Isco is a great player, he has a lot of experience, he is a star and we all know it. He tells me that he is very happy for me.“Having him by my side is easier, you get along very well with him. With Lo Celso too. And with other team-mates, too.”Antony leaves Man Utd with more yellow cards than goals as £86m Ten Hag flop goes down as one of worst transfers ever More

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      Real Madrid vs Man City prediction: Free betting tips, odds and Champions League preview for huge Bernabeu second leg

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      MANCHESTER CITY have to overcome a 3-2 deficit at Real Madrid on Wednesday if they want to progress in the Champions League.Pep Guardiola’s men conceded two sloppy goals late at the Etihad last week meaning their European ambitions rely on a big result at the Spanish giants.So SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview the European showdown and select the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesReal Madrid vs Manchester City previewOn paper, it looks a huge task for Manchester City to overturn a deficit in Madrid this week.On the pitch, you just don’t know what side is going to turn up at the minute. Pep Guardiola’s men looked set to take a lead to Spain when heading into the final five minutes or so in front.To go on to lose the game is quite ridiculous but probably in tone with what City have produced in the past couple of months.They were really good on Saturday, for all that Newcastle just didn’t turn up at the Etihad again, so need to replicate that and more to progress. Their last visit to the Bernabeu was enthralling. A 3-3 draw in the quarter finals last year where they led, trailed, led again and were pegged back late on.Madrid have conceded in five of their last six home games, so City more than likely will get themselves on the scoresheet. It’s the defensive side that will worry supporters.First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 4-2 at 25/1 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Vinicius Jr 11/2 with talkSPORT BET – HEREReal Madrid vs Man City latest oddsReal Madrid at 10/11 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Real Madrid vs Man City predictions and tipsFrustrationIt looks like Antonio Rudiger is fit to return for the second leg having missed out in Manchester last week.His battles with Erling Haaland were crucial last year and he’s going to fancy getting the better of the Norwegian here.Haaland has been given it back to his opponents more and more in this recent run and that’s a tussle that could quite easily spill over in what’s sure to be a passionate contest.Goals aplentyThese sides have shared 17 goals in the last four fixtures between them in the Champions League.Given City’s defensive concerns, their best form of defence is likely attack. 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Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – www.gambleaware.orgFor help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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      Inside three-horse race to host World Cup final with world’s largest stadium aiming to beat Bernabeu and Camp Nou

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      REAL MADRID’S Santiago Bernabeu and Barcelona’s Camp Nou could be snubbed as hosts of the 2030 World Cup final.Spain will be co-hosting the competition along with Portugal and Morocco in five years’ time.The Stade Hassan II may host the 2030 World Cup finalCredit: PopulousThe Moroccan ground will have a capacity of 115,000 and will be the largest in the worldCredit: PopulousEach end of the stadium will hold 29,500 general admission spectatorsCredit: SPAThe ground has a provisional budget of 5billion dirhams (£381million)Credit: PopulousIt has long been assumed that the tournament’s showpiece game would be played at either the Bernabeu or the Camp Nou.However, Real and Barca’s stunning homes could incredibly MISS OUT on the final to a very unlikely competitor.The 78,000-seater Bernabeu was fully renovated before reopening last season, at the staggering cost of £1.5billion.While Barca hope to return their iconic stadium before the end of the season after it’s own incredible £1bn-plus facelift, with an increased capacity of 105,000.Read More on FootballHowever, even that will be dwarfed in size by the stunning Stade Hassan II in Morocco – which could beat both to the final.The 115,000-capacity ground is projected to be the largest football stadium in the world.The stadium has been designed by Populous in collaboration with Paris-based architects Oualalou + Choi.The ground, which has a provisional budget of 5billion dirhams (£381million), will serve as the home of Morocco’s national football team and two local clubs.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEach end of the stadium will hold 29,500 general admission spectators.Five levels of hospitality along each of the main stands at the side of the pitch will welcome 12,000 VVIP, VIP, Hospitality and Box users, in addition to the Royal box.Inside 30,000 capacity European stadium visited by Chelsea where you can enjoy game in a hot tub eating fondueConstruction is expected to be completed in 2028 and the stadium will be built on a surface of 100 hectares in the province of Benslimane, which is some 38km north of Casablanca.Design Principal and founding partner at Oualalou + Choi Tarik Oualalou insists the “state-of-the art” stadium “has occupied space and is giving up space around it”, unlike other candidates like the Bernabeu, which is located within the city.Oualalou, who is also the lead architect, told EFE: “Morocco’s proposal is to build the largest stadium in the world for the World Cup final in Morocco. “So it is not only calibrated, but it is designed for this, it is imagined for this.”Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu may miss out on the 2030 World Cup finalCredit: GettyBarcelona’s Camp Nou may not host the World Cup final More

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      Man City ready for face-off with Real Madrid over £85m ‘new Kevin de Bruyne’ transfer

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      MANCHESTER CITY are set to go head-to-head with rivals Real Madrid again this summer – in a battle for £85 million midfielder Florian Wirtz.The two old foes – who meet again in the Bernabeu on Wednesday – are both huge admirers of the Germany international.Manchester City are set to go after Bayer Leverkusen star Florian WirtzCity see Wirtz as the ideal long-term replacement for club legend Kevin De BruyneBayer Leverkusen’s star man, 21, is believed to be keen on a switch to the Spanish giants when he does leave his homeland.But Pep Guardiola and his bosses at the Etihad view him as an ideal long-term successor to Kevin De Bruyne.City began their rebuilding programme by splashing out more than £175 million on four new signings in January.That included defensive midfielder Nico Gonzalez and Saturday’s hat-trick hero Omar Marmoush who can play as a No 10 or out wide.READ MORE MAN CITY NEWSBut they know that De Bruyne, who turns 34 in the summer and is also out of contract around the same time, cannot go on forever.Guardiola admitted last week that two long-term injuries mean the brilliant Belgian is ‘not the same’ player he used to be.Homegrown England star Phil Foden will be eyeing the vacancy – but is also versatile enough to be used in a number of different positions.However they are also weighing up their options from outside the club – and Wirtz is among the candidates.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe has 27 goals and assists so far this season for Xabi Alonso’s men – and Leverkusen would love to tie him down to a new contract.His decision could well be impacted by his current coach – with the former Liverpool midfielder in the frame to succeed Carlo Ancelotti at Madrid.’Pep Guardiola is stressed, man’ – Fans fear for Man City boss as Etihad legend spotted with fresh scratches on headBayern Munich – managed by City legend Vincent Kompany – could also enter the race for Wirtz.The youngster has formed a promising partnership with Jamal Musiala for the national team and the German league leaders would love to pair them together at club level too.Meanwhile City are due to welcome new £12.5 million signing Claudio Echeverri to the Etihad this week after he completed his international duty with Argentina Under 20s.The 19-year-old has been dubbed the ‘new Messi’ back in his homeland and arrives with a glowing reputation.He will link up with the first team squad so Guardiola can decide whether he is ready to challenge for a place – or if he should go out on loan next season.Pep and his squad will fly to Spain on Tuesday to prepare for their latest Champions League encounter with Madrid.The holders have a 3-2 lead following a dramatic late win at the Etihad – meaning City have it all to do if they are to avoid an early exit.But they did win at the Bernabeu five years ago – and still have hope they save themselves.Guardiola will make a check on stand-in skipper Erling Haaland who limped off late in the 4-0 win over Newcastle with a knee injury.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, the Norway international was snapped during a warm down session at the City Football Academy on Sunday and is expected to be named in the travelling party.This is the fifth time the two clubs have been drawn together in the competition in the last six seasons.Jude Bellingham scored a last-gasp winner at the Etihad last week More