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      Graham Potter hilariously breaks silence on Man Utd talks and ‘being linked with Napoli and Stoke in the same week’

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      GRAHAM POTTER addressed speculation linking him with the top job at Manchester United with a hilarious quip.Potter, 49, has been a free agent since his dismissal by Chelsea 18 months ago but continues to be touted as a potential successor to under-fire United boss Erik ten Hag.Graham Potter addressed speculation linking him with Manchester United with a jokeCredit: ReutersMan Utd boss Erik ten Hag’s position at Old Trafford is becoming increasingly untenableCredit: PATen Hag’s position at Old Trafford is under threat after Sunday’s 3-0 thumping by Tottenham in another hapless display by the Red Devils.And the ex-Brighton manager broke his silence amid all the continuous talk linking him with the job.Potter, who was appearing on MNF on Sky Sports, said when asked if he’d enjoy the challenge of managing United: “I am sitting here enjoying the challenge of answering your questions.”The ex-Chelsea boss was less coy when asked about reports suggesting he was approached by Man Utd chiefs during the summer before they decided to hold on to Ten Hag.Read More on Man UtdThe former Swansea manager added: “I take what the media say with a pinch of salt.”I am the only coach in world football to be linked with Stoke City and Napoli in the same week. “I have had lots of conversations with lots of people and I think out of respect to those people it’s best those are kept private.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPotter also joked about taking the England job ahead of Bournemouth’s 3-1 win over Southampton. He said: “I think it’s time for a commercial break, isn’t it?!Most read in Football”As an Englishman, of course it’s a fantastic job and I’m supportive of FA and what they decide to do and whoever the next coach is.”Gareth did a fantastic job and I’m sure Lee will in his time, however long that is.”Potter, though, doesn’t seem to be in a hurry to return to the dugout after 12 years of non-stop work for the likes of Ostersunds, Swansea, Brighton and Chelsea.The Solihull tactician admitted he deliberately decided to step away from the limelight and focus on his family.Watch Graham Potter’s reaction as he is asked about England manager job moments after earning uni degreePotter recently admitted: “I spent some time with the family, [to] connect with them after a 12-year journey which has started in the fourth tier of Swedish football and ends in the last eight of the Champions League.”Graham Potter’s managerial careerA brief look at Graham Potter’s managerial career to date…2008 – 2011: Leeds Beckett University Carnegie2011 – 2018: Ostersund 2018 – 2019: Swansea City2019 – 2022: Brighton and Hove Albion2022 – 2023: Chelsea More

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      Angry Man Utd fans say ‘this is unbelievable, he must be sacked for this’ as new angle of Spurs goal shows ace ‘give up’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have called for Diogo Dalot to be SACKED after spotting a new angle of Tottenham’s opening goal.The Red Devils were thrashed 3-0 by Spurs in front of a glum Old Trafford crowd, leaving Ten Hag’s job on the brink.Micky van de Ven dribbled past four Manchester United players with incredible pace and powerWith Diogo Dalot failing to track Spurs’ goalscorerBrennan Johnson was on hand to tap home into an empty net inside three minutesAnge Postecoglou’s side took just three minutes to open the scoring after defender Micky van de Ven produced a stunning 70-yard run to set up Brennan Johnson.The Dutch star pounced on a loose ball in his own half and surged through United’s midfield with ease, after beating Marcus Rashford’s meek press.Van de Ven burst past four United players to reach the byline before squaring a perfect low cross to the back post, where Johnson was on hand to tap into the empty net.But Johnson was able to stride into the box unchallenged with replays showing Dalot failing do the basics by not following his man.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA new angle has shown Dalot seemingly giving up on the edge of his own box, before sticking his hand up to apologise to his team-mates.And furious United fans have blasted the Portugal star, with one writing on X: “I can’t believe what I’ve just seen from Dalot.”A second said: “This is unbelievable, he must be sacked for this.”While another wrote: “Dalot’s lack of defending here is inexcusable. It’s a disgrace.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA fourth added: “How can you love a player who won’t do his primary job in the third minute of the game?”Before another wrote: “He shouldn’t be wearing that jersey.”One more said: “For someone as fast as Dalot is, this is unbelievable. He can see his man. I can’t get my head around what he’s doing here.”Johnson immediately went to Van de Ven to thank him for producing one of the greatest assists from a centre-half in Prem history.Former United full-back Gary Neville said: “Absolutely brilliant. One of the best runs I’ve ever seen from a centre-back.”De Ligt starts off running too late and misreads the pace of the centre-back. It’s amazing and devastating.”But ex-United right-back Danny Simpson was equally dumbfounded by Dalot’s lack of desire to get back.He told MUTV: “I see the cross coming, and for Johnson to have that much space at the back post, I think it’s criminal.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think that’s Dalot’s position, I’m not sure whether he was inverted from midfield or at full back, and he needs to recover.”Dalot has started every game from left-back this season, slotting in with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia still recovering from injury.Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Erik ten Hag has WORSE record in last 28 Man Utd games than in Gary Neville’s disastrous spell as Valencia manager

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      ERIK TEN HAG has a WORSE record in the last 28 games than Gary Neville had during his miserable spell managing Valencia.Ten Hag’s future at Manchester United is under scrutiny after yet another dismal performance in what has been a horror start to the season.Ten Hag has set an unwanted record following his 3-0 loss to TottenhamTen Hag’s last 28 games has been compared to Gary Neville’s tenure at ValenciaUnited collapsed to a 3-0 defeat against Spurs to mark back-to-back home defeats by a three-goal margin in the Premier League.Having gone a goal down inside three minutes, Bruno Fernandes’ controversial red card killed any hope of a comeback.Old Trafford legend Neville branded the performance as “absolutely disgusting” and “shocking” in his post-match verdict.And now United’s poor form has been compared to Neville’s nightmare tenure at LaLiga outfit Valencia.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe figures show that Neville had managed 28 matches, lost 11 games, scored 38 goals and conceded 39 before he was sacked in March 2016.Neville’s reign would reach its lowest ebb in February 2016, when his side were trounced 7-0 by Barcelona, and he has not returned to management since.But in Ten Hag’s case they show a record of 28 games, 13 losses, 35 goals and 45 goals conceded.SunSport understands that Ten Hag will remain in charge for this week’s crucial fixtures against Porto and Aston Villa.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSUnited sit 12th in the Prem with just seven points from their opening six games.Neville said the first half against Tottenham was the worst he had seen United under the current manager.Sad pictures sum up Man Utd fans’ feelings after embarrassing 3-0 thrashing by Tottenham Ten Hag now finds himself as the new FAVOURITE to be sacked next in the English top flight.But the Dutchman, who is into his third season at the club, is confident that United’s decision-makers will give him time.Asked about his future, Ten Hag said: “No, I am not thinking about this. “We all made together this decision to stay together, as an ownership, a leadership group in the summer.”Also we made the decision from a clear review what we have to improve and how we want to construct a squad.””But we knew it will take some time, how the window went, some players late in like Ugarte.”We have to make some improvement in organisation, some injuries, we need some time.Jamie Redknapp however said Ten Hag has “had enough time” and does not think he is “the man to take it forward”.READ MORE SUN STORIESRedknapp told Sky Sports: “I’m seeing performances at the moment that are the kinds that get a manager sacked.”I do feel sorry for the manager. He looks out of his depth, he looks lost.”Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Glum pictures sum up Man Utd fans’ feelings after embarrassing 3-0 thrashing by Tottenham

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans’ faces said it all after their embarrassing Old Trafford thrashing against Spurs.Erik ten Hag’s side collapsed to a 3-0 defeat against Tottenham to mark back-to-back home defeats by a three-goal margin.Scenes around Old Trafford after Man Utd’s defeat to Spurs summed up the moodFans were seen with despondent facesMany were seen sitting alone as they digested the latest horrorFans have now seen the team fall to back-to-back home 3-0 home defeats for the first time since 2021Results will have to drastically improve to lift the moodMood follows another lifeless performance from playersCredit: RexHaving gone a goal down inside three minutes, Bruno Fernandes’ controversial sending-off effectively killed any hope of a comeback.Two more second-half goals then sent things from bad to worse.The boos rang around Old Trafford at half-time and, despite the defiant whimpers of chanting from the Red Devils faithful during the game, they could only muster some apathetic post-match cries for another dreadful performance.It was a mood reflective of another tepid and lifeless team performance.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd pictures showing disenchanted fans coming to terms with the loss in the stands long after full-time summed it all up.Sky Sports broadcast of the game showed despondent fans littered around the stadium, seemingly in disbelief of the horror show they had just watched.Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Manchester United fans don’t deserve this pain.”A second shared an image of a fan sitting with his hands in his pockets, saying: “All of us.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third added: “The picture says a lot.Another “Heartbreaking scenes.”Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5.A fifth said: “I saw this and sighed.”The result leaves United down in 12th with seven points from six games – a record of two wins, one draw and three defeats.Club chiefs Omar Berrada – who this week outlined a target for both the men’s and women’s teams to win the league by 2028 – and Dan Ashworth publicly backed Ten Hag at the start of the month.However, results have dramatically dipped since then, and upcoming games against Porto and Aston Villa could dictate whether Ten Hag remains in his post following the international break.MARK HALSEY: Questions must be asked after Bruno Fernandes was sent off for Man Utd against TottenhamIN real time Bruno Fernandes’ first-half challenge on James Maddison looked a poor one.And based on an immediate viewing, it seemed ref Chris Kavanagh’s decision to show a red card was the correct one.But replays clearly showed he slipped and his foot did not make contact as high on Maddison’s leg as it first seemed.In these circumstances a ref has to consider whether a challenge was reckless, which would be worthy of a caution, or if it has endangered a player’s safety with excessive force and brutality — a red-card offence.Looking back at the footage, you would have to say it was reckless rather than a case of serious foul play.There should be no criticism of Kavanagh as he only gets one view of it.But the question to ask is why VAR Peter Bankes did not get involved, as he sees what we see.If VAR had recommended a review I’m sure Kavanagh would have changed his mind. 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      Bruno Fernandes reveals what James Maddison told him after Man Utd star was sent off against Tottenham

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      BRUNO FERNANDES revealed he was consoled by James Maddison following his sending off against Tottenham. The Manchester United captain was shown red just before the break for a knee high challenge on Maddison. Bruno Fernandes was shown red for this challenge on James MaddisonCredit: GettyThe two had an exchange after the tackleCredit: RexUnited were 1-0 down at the time and later sunk to a 3-0 loss after being reduced to ten men. Fernandes spoke out after his controversial red and claimed even Maddison disagreed with the decision. He said: “I don’t go in with the studs, it’s a clear foul but never a red card. Maddison said it is a foul but it’s not a red card. “If this is a red card we have to look at other incidents. I think it’s never a red card. READ MORE IN football “It’s a foul if he wants to give a yellow. I don’t understand why VAR doesn’t call the referee to the screen.”We find a lot of spaces but we could never connect. It wasn’t always like one touch more. We gave the ball away too many times for them to counter.”SunSport’s expert refereeing pundit Mark Hasley agreed with Fernandes that replays proved it should not have been a red. Sky Sports’ Jamie Redknapp, Ashley Young and Darren Bent all also took the stance that Chris Kavanagh’s decision was incorrect. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMARK HALSEY: Questions must be asked after Bruno Fernandes was sent off for Man Utd against TottenhamIN real time Bruno Fernandes’ first-half challenge on James Maddison looked a poor one.And based on an immediate viewing, it seemed ref Chris Kavanagh’s decision to show a red card was the correct one.But replays clearly showed he slipped and his foot did not make contact as high on Maddison’s leg as it first seemed.In these circumstances a ref has to consider whether a challenge was reckless, which would be worthy of a caution, or if it has endangered a player’s safety with excessive force and brutality — a red-card offence.Looking back at the footage, you would have to say it was reckless rather than a case of serious foul play.There should be no criticism of Kavanagh as he only gets one view of it.But the question to ask is why VAR Peter Bankes did not get involved, as he sees what we see.If VAR had recommended a review I’m sure Kavanagh would have changed his mind.And Fernandes added: “It was never a red card, that is my view. The referee tried to tell me that as he saw it was a clear contact with the studs. “No. I didn’t touch him with the studs or even the foot, it was my ankle. It is a clear foul.Man Utd blasted by pundits after horror Tottenham mauling”If he wants to give me a yellow because they are going to go on a counter then I agree. But more than that, no. It is not the case.”Goals from Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke condemned United to a disastrous defeat at home.And pressure continues to mount on manager Erik ten Hag with United 12th with three losses from their opening six games. Pressure continues to mount on manager Erik ten HagCredit: Getty More

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      Premier League releases 25-word statement on controversial Bruno Fernandes red card during Man Utd thumping by Tottenham

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      THE PREMIER LEAGUE have released a 25-word statement following the controversial decision to send off Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes during the club’s 3-0 defeat to Tottenham.Fernandes, 30, was sent off by referee Chris Kavanagh for the first time in his Man Utd career after appearing to lash out at Tottenham star James Maddison with the score 1-0.Bruno Fernandes was sent off for the first time in his Man Utd careerCredit: GettyIt came after he appeared to lash out at Tottenham’s James MaddisonCredit: GettyThe Red Devils captain can be seen to lift his boot towards the knee of Maddison after slipping with his standing leg as he went to pressure the ball.An explanation for the decision came from the Premier League’s Match Centre on social media.The statement read: “The referee issued a red card to Fernandes for a challenge on Maddison. The VAR checked and confirmed the referee’s call of serious foul play.”Fernandes faced the music and raged against the decision in an interview with Sky Sports following the game, admitting it was a foul but “never a red card”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Portuguese also claimed that Maddison admitted it was also not a red card – with the pair seen conversing as Fernandes walked off the pitch.He said: “I just wanted to come and talk and be myself because my team-mates deserve that for what they have done in the game playing with one man less – particularly as I was the man sent off, the one that let them down.  “I think we struggled a bit and then the red card makes it worse. I have to appreciate all the effort my team-mates have done to try and return to the game, but it wasn’t possible. “The team showed a lot of character, a lot of resilience, a lot of fight. They tried. It wasn’t easy.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”No one likes to be sent off. It’s not a good feeling. We end up conceding another two goals.”I don’t go in with the studs, it’s a clear foul but never a red card. Maddison said it is a foul but it’s not a red card. Man Utd blasted by pundits after horror Tottenham mauling”If this is a red card we have to look at other incidents. I think it’s never a red card. It’s a foul if he wants to give a yellow. “I don’t understand why VAR doesn’t call the referee to the screen.’Rules on ‘serious foul play’According to the FA’s rulebook, serious foul play is defined as being: “A tackle or challenge that endangers the safety of an opponent or uses excessive force or brutality must be sanctioned as serious foul play.”Any player who lunges at an opponent in challenging for the ball from the front, from the side or from behind using one or both legs, with excessive force or endangers the safety of an opponent is guilty of serious foul play.”United had gone down inside three minutes through Brennan Johnson before the 42nd-minute sending-off.Things went from bad to worse in the second half, with Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke scoring to pile on the misery for Erik ten Hag’s side, who have now lost back-to-back home league games 3-0.On the incident, Ten Hag added: “The red card changes the game. I don’t think it was a red card.”The decision to send him off proved controversial, with Jamie Redknapp, Ashley Young and Darren Bent saying it was harsh.MARK HALSEY: Questions must be asked after Bruno Fernandes was sent off for Man Utd against TottenhamIN real time Bruno Fernandes’ first-half challenge on James Maddison looked a poor one.And based on an immediate viewing, it seemed ref Chris Kavanagh’s decision to show a red card was the correct one.But replays clearly showed he slipped and his foot did not make contact as high on Maddison’s leg as it first seemed.In these circumstances a ref has to consider whether a challenge was reckless, which would be worthy of a caution, or if it has endangered a player’s safety with excessive force and brutality — a red-card offence.Looking back at the footage, you would have to say it was reckless rather than a case of serious foul play.There should be no criticism of Kavanagh as he only gets one view of it.But the question to ask is why VAR Peter Bankes did not get involved, as he sees what we see.If VAR had recommended a review I’m sure Kavanagh would have changed his mind.Asked if he deserved to go for an early bath, Redknapp replied: “No, he slips, his feet go under him. I think it is a yellow card.”Young added: “I don’t think it’s serious foul play or it’s reckless. Yes, he is out of control, but he slips, I don’t think he goes to take out Maddison.”And Bent reacted: “First time I saw it I thought that it was naughty. But he slips and it is more petulant than anything. It is a poor decision, a bad one, a poor one.”Under-fire Ten Hag said he would continue to back his captain ahead of the game: “Every season it’s the same and at the end of the season.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Bruno created the most chances in the PL and scored a lot of goals. I’m not worried.”Fernandes will now miss games against Aston Villa, Brentford and West Ham.Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Tottenham slam their own fans for ‘hugely offensive’ homophobic chanting during Man Utd game

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      TOTTENHAM Hotspur have slammed their owns fans for “hugely offensive” homophobic chanting during their game against Manchester United.Bruno Fernandes saw red as Spurs cruised past the misfiring Red Devils 3-0 at Old Trafford and increased the heat on manager Erik ten Hag.Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou reacts at Old TraffordCredit: ReutersBruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half against SpursCredit: ReutersThe homophobic chanting was said to have been launched at Arsenal manager Mikel ArtetaCredit: GettyBut homophobic chanting was said to have been launched at Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.It is understood to have read: “Dom Solanke is f*** class, Mik Arteta takes it up the a***, 60 million down the drain, Dom Solanke scores again.”A club statement said: “The Club is aware of abhorrent homophobic chanting from sections of our away support at Old Trafford today.”This is simply unacceptable, hugely offensive and no way to show support for the team.Read more Sports News”The Club will be working closely with the Police and stewards to identify anyone instigating or joining in with the chanting – we shall take the strongest possible action in accordance with our Sanctions and Banning Policy.”Supporters in attendance today can report anything they’ve seen or heard in confidence to supporterservices@tottenhamhotspur.com.”We shall be continuing our work with our LGBTQ+ supporters’ association, Proud Lilywhites, to ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans on matchdays.”We are justly proud of our superb and loyal support, home and away.Most read in Football”However, we all have a responsibility to act as ambassadors of Tottenham Hotspur and discrimination of any kind has no place at our Club.”Sunday’s Old Trafford encounter was a chance for these top-four hopefuls to kickstart campaigns that had begun in similarly topsy-turvy fashion.Bruno Fernandes rages in live TV interview after being SENT OFF for first time in Man Utd career vs TottenhamBut a month that started for United with a 3-0 home defeat to Liverpool ended in another Old Trafford loss by the same scoreline as Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke struck for Spurs.Skipper Fernandes’ sending off for a challenge on James Maddison at the end of a one-sided first half compounded matters, ruling him out of next weekend’s trip to Aston Villa and two further matches.Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount also went off injured on a nightmare afternoon for Ten Hag, who is under the spotlight as United head to Porto and Villa Park before the international break.As for Ange Postecoglou, they impressed without injured star Son Heung-min and won consecutive Premier League matches for the first time since March. More

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      Team GB Olympics hero Keely Hodgkinson given hero’s welcome as Man Utd fan shows off gold medal at Old Trafford

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      TEAM GB star and Manchester United superfan Keely Hodgkinson received a hero’s welcome at Old Trafford after her Paris 2024 heroics.Hodgkinson, 22, blitzed the competition to win gold in the 800m at the Olympics in the summer and showcased her medal before United’s Premier League clash with Tottenham.Team GB star and Man Utd fan Keely Hodgkinson got a hero’s welcome at Old TraffordCredit: PAHodgkinson won a gold medal in the 800m sprint at Paris 2024Credit: ReutersMan Utd fan Hodgkinson grew up only a stone’s throw away from Old TraffordCredit: GettyHodgkinson was raised a Man Utd fan in ManchesterHodgkinson received a warm ovation at Old TraffordThe Mancunian athlete saluted the fans before kick-off and received a warm ovation from the home crowd as she stood with a big smile on her face.But that was as good as it got for United fans on the day as they were battered by Spurs in a match which saw Bruno Fernandes shown a straight red – his first sending off for the club.The sprinter didn’t have to come a long way as she was raised only a stone’s throw away from Old Trafford.The Olympian grew up adoring the Red Devils and even managed to enjoy a glimpse of the glory years under legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson.Read More on Man UtdAnd the runner even admitted that she always had a soft spot for United cult hero Javier Hernandez.Hodgkinson previously said: “I live on my own now. An independent woman. Well, as a United fan, I wouldn’t look over Manchester City would I?“Do I hear the crowd noise? It’s not that bad. I can literally see it across from me and see the lights buzzing when it’s a match night. It’s busy round town.“Where I live is really nice. There is MediaCity. It’s near the airport, the train station and the track. It’s very convenient. I love it.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“My mum has had a Manchester United season ticket since she was 19 and her name is on the seats at Old Trafford. She is more of a diehard fan than me.“I got the last glimpses [of the glory years] when I was about eight years old.Keely Hodgkinson challenged to rarely-seen race by Olympic gold medal-winning hurdler“Though I did see his matches, I don’t remember much about Cristiano Ronaldo being at Manchester United the first time round.“I was more a fan of Javier Hernandez or Chicharito as he’s known. I liked him when I was growing up.” More