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      Raging Erik ten Hag shown yellow card against Barcelona as Man Utd fans fume at ‘ridiculous’ referee

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      MANCHESTER UNITED manager Erik ten Hag was booked for losing his temper during his side’s 2-2 draw with Barcelona.The Dutch boss was fuming with referee Maurizio Mariani after he gave the hosts a free kick for a similar challenge that went unpunished on United star Marcus Rashford.
      Maurizio Mariani booked Erik ten Hag for his protestsCredit: Getty
      Ten Hag let loose at the assistant and the referee after seeing Casemiro’s challenge get punished.
      That was what sparked Mariani to come over and show him a yellow card for his protests during the Europa League tie.
      The earlier challenge on Rashford was on the edge of the Barcelona box and could have been a good position for Manchester United to score from.
      And fans have been backing up Ten Hag on social media as well as fuming at Mariani’s judgement.
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      One tweeted: “This ref is ridiculous!!!!
      “How you gonna call the foul for Barcelona but not the same exact foul on Rashford 30secs before?!?!!!??
      “THATS RIDICULOUS!!! Giving Barca a chance to score!!! F*** BIASED REFS!!!”
      A second wrote: “Disagree with the Ref… Clearly that’s was a foul from Rashford.”
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      A third commented: “For real yellow for Casemiro, and not even a foul on Rashford lmao.”
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      A fourth said: “There is no debate this is a foul on Marcus Rashford by Jules Kounde.
      “Loved the way Erik ten Hag went to bat for his man afterwards, too.”
      A fifth added: “Wtf did Casemiro do????? How the hell was that not a foul on Rashford???
      “They want to cheat us out of this game.” More

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      ‘He’s got to look at the ball!’ – Robbie Savage singles out Man Utd star for huge error in build-up to Barcelona goal

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      ROBBIE SAVAGE singled out Fred for criticism after Barcelona’s opening goal against Manchester United.The former Premier League player was on BT Sport commentary duty as United travelled to Spain.
      Marcos Alonso heads Barcelona ahead at the Nou Camp as Fred watches onCredit: AP
      And they got off to a poor start in the Europa League tie as ex-Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso headed the hosts ahead.
      As the corner came in, Alonso ghosted in round the back, heading into the ground and beating David de Gea.
      And, after watching the replay, Savage noticed it was Fred who had failed to track the Spaniard as he was left free to head the opener home.
      Savage said: “Fred’s got to look at the ball. Poor defending.”
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      Despite the criticism, Savage did add: “You can question his body shape for the goal. But his energy, enthusiasm and assist for the goal – he’s been brilliant.”
      The Brazilian’s blushes were saved after Marcus Rashford levelled on 52 minutes.
      Rashford broke free down the road and somehow squeezed in his effort past Marc-Andre ter Stegen from inside the box.
      It marked the in-form England international’s 22nd goal in all competitions this season.
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      And Rashford had a hand in putting United 2-1 up just minutes later.
      He picked up the ball from a short corner, beat his play and played a menacing ball across the face off goal.
      It ricocheted all the way through and Barca defender Jules Kounde inadvertently put the ball into his own net.
      This time it was Raphinha who had to pull the game back with his curled cross going all the way in, with everyone waiting for Robert Lewandowski to get a touch.
      And the thriller finished 2-2 to set up a mouth-watering return leg in Manchester next Thursday.
      Raphinha makes it 2-2 for BarcelonaCredit: Getty More

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      Emotional Marcos Alonso pays touching tribute to his dad after scoring against Man Utd for Barcelona

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      EMOTIONAL Barcelona ace Marcos Alonso dedicated his goal against Manchester United to his late father.Alonso’ dad Marcos Alonso Pena, who also played for Barca, tragically passed away aged 63 following a “long illness” last week.
      Barcelona ace Marcos Alonso opened the scoring against Manchester UnitedCredit: AP
      Barcelona ace Marcos Alonso dedicated his goal against Manchester United to his fatherCredit: AP
      The former Chelsea man looked emotional after the goalCredit: Getty
      Ex-Chelsea ace Alonso returned to action exactly a week after his loss and was handed a rare start by manager Xavi in the Europa League play-off encounter against United.
      And the versatile defender opened the scoring for the Blaugrana after 50 minutes.
      The Spain international latched onto a fantastic cross from Raphinha, who curled it from a corner-kick down the right.
      The ex-Leeds star found Alonso who headed it past David de Gea at the far post.
      The emotional Spaniard immediately pointed to the sky in dedication to his father during the celebrations.
      The Barcelona ace looked emotional as he celebrated the opening goal of the game.
      Tributes from around the footballing world poured in for Alonso Pena – affectionately known as ‘The Pigeon’ – after news of his passing.
      Ex-Atletico Madrid star Paulo Futre said: “Sad day. My deepest condolences to the family of my dear friend Marcos Alonso. Rest in peace, Pigeon.”
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      The former winger’s ex-club Rayo Vallecano added: “From Rayo Vallecano, we want to convey our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Marcos Alonso Pena.
      “He was a former coach of the Club, who passed away at the age of 63.”
      Barcelona tweeted: “FC Barcelona would like to express its deepest condolences for the passing of former Barça player and father of a first-team player Marcos Alonso Peña.
      “All of our strength to Marcos Alonso and his entire family. Rest in peace.” More

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      Fans threaten to watch Barcelona vs Man Utd without the sound as commentator’s gaffe ‘p***es them off’

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      FOOTBALL fans threatened to mute the commentators during Manchester United’s Europa League clash with Barcelona.The threat was made after Ian Darke and Robbie Savage repeatedly mispronounced Ronald Araujo’s name.
      Fans were getting irritated by the commentator’s pronunciation of Ronald Araujo’s nameCredit: AFP
      The Uruaguan star started the game for Barcelona on the right side of the defence.
      His name is pronounced ‘Arau-ho’. However, fans watching from their sofas were getting annoyed with the pronunciation from the BT Sports commentary team.
      One tweeted: “BT Sport commentator saying Ara-ouu-ho for Araújo.
      “About to turn down the volume for Barcelona and Manchester United.”
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      A second commented: “The pronunciation of Aruajo by the commentators is p*****g me off.”
      A third wrote: “I hate the way commentators say ‘ara who hoe’ for Araujo.”
      A fourth said: “Someone tell the commentator how to pronounce Araujo.”
      A fifth added: “Iain darke the commentator calling Araujo ‘Arahooho’ 😭.”
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      A sixth tweeted: “I’ve got a real problem with this commentator pronouncing Araujo as Ara-hoo-hoe.
      “Motherf***** has me thinking about pokemon.”
      Araujo is known to English audiences having previously been linked with a transfer to Man United and Chelsea. More

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      How Man Utd could line up with Mason Mount and Harry Kane next season after transfer spree

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could have a very different look to their starting XI next season.The Red Devils have been tipped with moves for a host of stars that could turn them into Premier League contenders again.
      Man United have been linked with Chelsea’s Mason MountCredit: EPA
      Harry Kane is another player on the club’s wishlistCredit: Alamy
      Most recently, Chelsea star Mason Mount have been linked with the club after a lack of progress on talks over a new contract at Stamford Bridge.
      According to ESPN reporter James Olley, United have joined Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester City in the bidding war for Mount’s signature.
      Should Mount join, he could replace Marcel Sabitzer should his loan move at the club not be made permanent.
      This would see him line up in a midfield made up of Frenkie de Jong, Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes, if he is able to displace Christian Eriksen from the team.
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      De Jong was a top target for United last summer, and it appears that the club will try to sign him again this year.
      Tottenham record-breaker Harry Kane is another name that has been widely spoken about with a move to Old Trafford.
      The England captain would be and upgrade and replace loanee Wout Weghorst should he join.
      Kane would not have to take long to adapt as he is used to playing with Marcus Rashford while on international duty.
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      United have also been rumoured to be interested in signing Victor Osimhen from Napoli.
      Another spot that could be changed is in the goalkeeper position.
      David de Gea’s powers have started to decrease and the club have been linked with a move for Brentford star David Raya as a potential replacement.
      The Spaniard has been in great form for the Bees and manager Thomas Frank has insisted that he would be worth £40million should he be sold.
      David Raya has been tipped as a replacement for David de GeaCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd fans brand Weghorst the ‘new Fellaini’… but 6ft 6in Man Utd star is outjumped by tiny Barcelona star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have branded Wout Weghorst the new Marouane Fellaini.The call came after the Dutch striker was picked in a deeper role than normal in the Europa League clash against Barcelona.
      Wout Weghorst was picked to play in a deeper role against BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      Fans have compared the role to that of former star Marouane FellainiCredit: Reuters
      Manager Erik ten Hag opted to play Marcus Rashford as the starting striker, with Weghorst deployed behind him alongside midfielders Bruno Fernandes, Fred and Jadon Sancho.
      The position is a new one for the towering striker, who has forged his career as a more traditional target man during spells with AZ Alkmaar, Wolfsburg, Burnley and Besiktas.
      This has led to fans to dub him the new Fellaini.
      The Belgian midfielder became an important player for United during his seven-year spell at the club.
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      Fellaini often popped up with important goals as he got himself into the box from a high midfield position and used his physicality to win the ball and fire home.
      However, Weghorst might be missing some of the ariel ability of Fellaini as he was beaten to a header by Barcelona midfielder Gavi, despite being ten inches taller than the 5 ft 8 star.
      One fan that made the comparison Tweeted: “Weghorst playing the Fellaini role, got a lot of time for that.”
      A second wrote: “Wout Weghorst playing the Marouane Fellaini role as he did at the weekend. David Moyes was ahead of his time.”
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      A third commented: “Weghorst mode Fellaini.”
      A fourth said: “Weghorst at no. 10 reminds me of Fellaini!”
      A fifth added: “Fellaini walked so that Weghorst could run.”
      Weghorst joined United on loan from Burnley in January but has only scored one goal in seven appearances in all competitions prior to the clash against Barcelona. More

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      Man Utd and Arsenal transfer boost as Ancelotti ‘doesn’t care’ if three-time Champions League winner quits Real Madrid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal have been handed a transfer boost after Carlo Ancelotti said he doesn’t care if his three-time Champions League winner quits Real Madrid. Marco Asensio, who is out of contract at the end of the season, scored as Real Madrid beat bottom side Elche 4-0 in LaLiga on Wednesday night.
      Marco Asensio in action for Real Madrid during their win over ElcheCredit: Alamy
      Asensio celebrating after scoring for Real MadridCredit: Alamy
      Speaking after the match to Diario AS,Ancelotti was quizzed on the forward’s future and wasn’t very endearing with his response.
      He said: “He looks good to me, I don’t know if he will stay or not. He may or may not stay, I don’t know, I don’t care much.”
      Ancelotti added: “We have a very important challenge this season.
      “The important thing is that he is contributing, like last year. Let him continue like this, and the club will make the most appropriate decision.”
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      Asensio tried to leave Real Madrid last summer but has since maintained he wants to stay at the club but a new contract is looking unlikely.
      The Spanish international has been linked with a move to Premier League giants United and Arsenal.
      Spanish outlet Sport reported in December 2022 that Asensio was close to a move to Old Trafford but that didn’t materialise.
      The Spaniard has also been subject to interest from Arsenal and it remains to be seen if he will come to the Premier League in the summer.
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      He has made 176 appearances for Real Madrid scoring 31 goals and has had loan spells at Mallorca and Espanyol during his time at the club.
      The winger, 27, has won three Champions Leagues and three LaLiga’s during his time at the Bernabeu.
      Asensio joined Real Madrid from Mallorca for around £3.5million in 2014. More

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      Man Utd’s Qatari takeover bid has raised ‘significant worries within PSG that Red Devils will be prioritised’

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      PSG are reportedly concerned that Manchester United would be prioritised should a Qatari bid for the club be successful.A Qatar-based consortium has launched a bid for the Old Trafford side as the Glazers look to sell the club.
      A Qatar-based consortium has launched a bid to buy Manchester UnitedCredit: Reuters
      This has caused concerns that Man Utd will be prioritised over PSGCredit: Getty
      The Glazers revealed in November that they were willing to listen to offers for either a stake in the Premier League giants or an outright purchase.
      A number of parties have expressed an interest in buying United, which could be purchased for a world-record price for a sports franchise at £4.5billion, or more.
      There has been questions over whether a deal would be banned due to Qatar already owning PSG.
      But the Daily Mail reported that a bid from the consortium would not be blocked by Uefa, meaning a major cash boost to United.
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      The report says that the bid has come from a separate entity to Qatar Sports Investments, which owns the Ligue 1 giants.
      PSG was taken over by QSI in 2011 and have gone on to become one of the heavyweights in European football.
      The French side have won eight of the last ten league titles and are consistently reaching the latter stages of the Champions League.
      But Qatar authorities insist a bid for the Premier League side will not affect PSG and that the French side will continue to receive funding.
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      But PSG reportedly fear the Qatar Investment Authority will divert money into United, given the French giants’ failure to win the Champions League so far despite heavy investment.
      Therefore, United could be prioritised should they become more successful.
      One source told L’Equipe: “If Qatar buys Manchester United, there is a chance that it will be less generous with PSG and that it will make it a Ligue 1 club and no longer a team cut out to win the Champions League.” More