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      Fans troll Phil Foden for ‘worst all time 11 I’ve ever seen’ as Man City star picks his Premier League best XI

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      PHIL FODEN caused a backlash online after naming his all time best Premier League XI.And the criticism for his team came from non-City and City fans alike.Fans were not a fan of Phil Foden’s all time XICredit: GettyThe attacking midfielder has arguably been his club’s player of the season after putting his finest run of form together in a City shirt this campaign.He’s more than stepped up to cover for Kevin De Bruyne, who missed the first half of the season and has netted 22 goals in all competitions.As part of an interview with the Daily Mail, he was asked to name his best Premier League XI of all time as City look to win their fourth title on the bounce.Eyebrows were raised straight away with his choice of goalkeeper, Ederson, who some feel has always been better with his feet than with his hands as a keeper.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe then added another current team-mate, Kyle Walker as right-back, insisting: “I’m serious though, I don’t see another right back.”His City team-mates were joined by club legend Vincent Kompany, title-rival Virgil van Dijk and Ashley Cole.He went on to name fellow City legend David Silva in the midfield alongside Patrick Vieira, saying: “I feel like [Silva] needs that protection, so it’s a good balance.”His decision to shun De Bruyne to include Silva did not go down well with City fans on X, with one saying: “No KDB Foden needs to be benched next game just for this.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother said: “Replace any midfielder with KDB and Ederson with any good GK and he’s spot on”Foden rounded out his XI in an attacking fashion, playing United legend Cristiano Ronaldo as a wide right midfielder and Thierry Henry on the left wing.England’s Phil Foden has seen his off-pitch earnings soar to £4.4mil-lion in 2024 Wayne Rooney and Sergio Aguero were the two players he played up front.It’s fair to say that his decisions split opinion online, with one fan saying: “Might be the worst all time 11 I’ve ever seen fair play.”Another said: “Most biased XI ever.”And one Fan simply said: “Good XI.” More

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      Pep Guardiola reveals why he sold Cole Palmer with Chelsea star topping Premier League scoring charts amid amazing year

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      PEP GUARDIOLA admits Cole Palmer has been the “decisive player of the season” after being forced to sell him to Chelsea.But the Manchester City boss insists the England midfielder, 21, asked to leave the Etihad for TWO YEARS before he finally got his £40million move to Stamford Bridge last summer.Pep Guardiola has revealed that Cole Palmer wanted to leave Man City for two yearsCredit: AFPThe midfielder has been a hit since joining ChelseaCredit: GettyMauricio Pochettino has sympathised with GuardiolaCredit: GettyPalmer bids to boot his old club out of the FA Cup in Saturday’s Wembley semi-final after scoring 20 Prem goals already this season — including FOUR in Monday’s 6-0 thrashing of Everton.And Guardiola confessed: “He said he wanted to leave. What could we do? He was asking for two seasons to leave and I said, ‘No, stay’.“I also said in pre-season he should stay because Riyad Mahrez had gone, but he said, ‘No, I want to leave’.“So after two seasons what could I say?READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Playing at his current level is exceptional. He is an incredible threat. Everyone knows it.“We’ve seen how strong Chelsea are, the weapons they have up front, and Cole is the decisive player of the season.”Palmer is level with City striker Erling Haaland in the race for this season’s Golden Boot and is even being tipped as a potential Footballer of the Year.And Guardiola conceded: “I didn’t give him the minutes that he deserved. He wanted minutes that now he has at Chelsea. I understand completely.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER“I am happy for him because he’s a lovely guy and an exceptional player.”Chelsea chief Mauricio Pochettino sympathised with Guardiola’s dilemma.reveals reason behind Chelsea penalty bust-up and insists team-mates were ‘laughing and joking about it’The Argentine said: “I understand perfectly when a young player wants to play more and you don’t have the possibility to provide this time.“If you have players like Phil Foden, Jack Grealish or Bernardo Silva, yes, you have to have patience. If you are not able to live with it, you have to move.“He found here a good place to play consistently. It is true, he is performing in a good way for us, maybe over expectations.”Meanwhile, Guardiola says he will sniff out any players who are not ready to play again after a gruelling Champions League spot-kick exit to Real Madrid in midweek.Haaland is only 50-50 to play at Wembley after feeling a muscle problem at the end of 90 minutes.But Kevin De Bruyne and Manuel Akanji — who also asked to be subbed against the Spaniards — are ready to play.Guardiola said: “We’ll try to smell who feels better and who recovers better from the game against Madrid.“They’ll say, ‘I’m fine, Pep’ when you talk with them, but you never know who is fine, some recover better than others.READ MORE SUN STORIES“But Friday the feeling was better than Thursday.“Everyone is ready to do this battle again.” More

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      Man City ‘plot huge Jamal Musiala transfer bid as Pep Guardiola draws up three-man shortlist’

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      MANCHESTER CITY are eager to sign Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala this summer, according to reports.The reigning Premier League champions will look to strengthen once again this summer, after not being fully satisfied with last year’s business.Jamal Musiala helped Bayern knock Arsenal out of the Champions League in mid-weekCredit: PACity lost key men Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez last summer, while they also decided to let Cole Palmer leave to join Chelsea.New recruit Matheus Nunes has not made an impact since joining from Wolves, while Jeremy Doku still has a way to go.According to The Guardian, City will make a “big push” to sign Musiala this summer.They add that City’s interest is “advanced” and that the Bayern ace, 21, is becoming their top target.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMusiala left Chelsea’s academy aged 16 to join Bayern Munich in 2019.He has since gone on to become a key man in Bavaria, helping them to four Bundesliga titles and a Club World Cup.With Bayern having lost their crown to Bayer Leverkusen this term, Musiala may feel that now is the time to leave.The Germany international, who represented England at youth level, has two years remaining on his contract.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERShould he indicate that he would like to leave Bayern he is set to receive plenty of interest, with Chelsea also remaining keen on their former Cobham starlet.If Musiala proves to be unattainable, City have a pair of fall-back options ready, with Pep Guardiola desperate for new attacking reinforcements.Roy Keane says it was nice to see England get taste of own medicine after losing out of MusialaThey retain their previous interest in Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, despite concerns over his injury history.While West Ham ace Lucas Paqueta is also still on their radar, although any move would hinge on the outcome of an FA investigation into alleged betting breaches by the midfielder, which he denies.Eberechi Eze has impressed for Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyLucas Paqueta remains on Man City’s radarCredit: Rex’This guy has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or’Pundit Rio Ferdinand has previously gushed over Musiala, calling him a “potential Ballon d’Or winner”.The TNT Sports star said: “He’s a fabulous footballer. In a world where we talk about stats and data, he ticks that box, but it’s on the eye test where he comes alive; the way he receives the ball, he’s elusive, he rides a tackle and gets through traffic with HD.”He’s a fantastic footballer. I think the highest compliment I can give him is that I don’t know where his ceiling is.”Most players even at 20/22 years old, you go ‘I think they are going to get to this level and that’s them.'”This guy has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve said it before, he has the potential to do that if the path goes the right way for him and he’s in a successful team. That’s the platform and foundation for that.” More

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      Jude Bellingham seen chanting in Spanish as Real Madrid stars go wild with fans after epic Man City penalty win

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      REAL MADRID superstar Jude Bellingham went wild with fans as he chanted in Spanish after a stunning Champions League triumph over Manchester City.Real punched their ticket to the semi-finals on Wednesday after beating City 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw at the Etihad.Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham went wild with the crowd after beating Manchester CityCredit: RexBellingham chanted in Spanish with the rest of the travelling Real Madrid fansCredit: ReutersBellingham helped Real Madrid qualify for the Champions League semi-finalsBellingham, 20, helped Los Blancos set sail for their 15th European title as his spot kick was on target.And the star midfielder broke out into passionate celebrations after his team-mate Antonio Rudiger scored the crucial penalty while Anriy Lunin denied both Bernardo Silva and Mateo Kovacic.The camera caught a number of Real stars, such as Rudiger and Rodrygo, climbing over the barriers and hugging travelling fans.Bellingham followed suit and joined the crowd in singing one of the club’s most famous chants.Read More on FootballA clip on TikTok showed the England international belt out: “Asi, Asi, Asi gana el Madrid (Like this, like this, like this Madrid always win!)”Bellingham has shown once more he has adjusted perfectly to his new life at the Santiago Bernabeu ever since his British record £115million move from Borussia Dortmund only last summer.The ex-Birmingham star has amassed a whopping total of 20 goals and 10 assists in 35 appearances.And the versatile midfielder is so happy at Real he insists his move to the Spanish giants was a “no brainer”.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBellingham said: “I had conversations with other teams but when Madrid came in it was a no brainer really.“The size of the club, the project, the plan going forward, the chance to play with such amazing players. Jude Bellingham explains why Real Madrid move was ‘no brainer’ despite holding transfer talks with European giants “I just jumped at it. That’s why I made my decision.”Why Man City fans were to blame for penalty defeat to Real MadridRIO FERDINAND and Joleon Lescott have blamed Man City’s penalty shoot-out defeat to Real Madrid on the FANS.
      Bernardo Silva missed one of the spot kicks as City crashed out of the Champions League.
      And the England duo spotted how the home fans at the Etihad played a role in the spot-kick being saved.
      Ex-Man City star Lescott claimed the home supporters held onto the ball for too long after Real’s Luka Modric fired his shot into the stands.
      He said: “That would have just took him out of sync and out of his rhythm.
      “You can practice the routine, the technique, the walk up potentially, this is something you don’t prepare for, the ball being in the crowd.”
      Ferdinand chimed in: “40 seconds by the way Joleon,” before Lescott continued: “That is a long time. It may not seem that long but it’s a very long time when you are waiting there and you are thinking, now do I change position?
      “Now do I change where I go? And all of a sudden, it’s a soft penalty.”
      Manchester United legend Ferdinand went on to say: “It’s a shame though as well, because it is the home fans that are delaying that penalty kick which is a shame.” More

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      ‘Worst penalty ever’ – Bernardo Silva in horror shootout miss as Man City crash out of Champions League to Real Madrid

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      BERNARDO SILVA’S shootout shocker was labelled “the worst penalty ever” as Manchester City exited the Champions League in the most agonising way possible.Real Madrid reached the semi-finals with a 4-3 win on spot-kicks after a 1-1 draw at the Etihad meant a 4-4 aggregate stalemate.Andriy Lunin just had to stand up to foil Bernardo Silva’s spot-kickCredit: GettyBernardo shows his anguish after a costly shoot-out missCredit: GettyAnd fans focused on Bernardo’s “ridiculously bad” penalty – a tame sidefoot chip straight down the middle into the arms of Andriy Lunin.The possible Panenka attempt was more like the type of effort that players use to warm-up stoppers before matches – rather than a key moment in one of the biggest games of the season.Lunin also dived to thwart sub Mateo Kovacic’s spot-kick – both City’s failures coming after Real’s Luka Modric fluffed his penalty.Ex-Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger then tucked home the hosts’ clincherREAD MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBernardo’s woe was compared to an iconic failure from the spot by then-Stamford Bridge winger Pat Nevin in 1984 – ironically against City.Nevin, now a pundit, barely took a run-up before he trickled the ball down the middle to keeper Alex Williams.”Worst” was a popular word as viewers piled in to slate Bernardo’s kick.”That is the worst penalty I have seen with my own eyes,” said one fan.Most read in Champions LeagueBernardo Silva shocked viewers with a tame penalty down the middleAnother called it “the worst penalty I have ever seen in my entire life”.And a third demanded official recognition for the Portuguese midfielder.Paul Merson rules one team OUT of Premier League title race as Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City’s three-way fight hots upHe posted: “Bernardo Silva deserves a Guinness World Record for the worst penalty of all time.”Other observers called the spot-kick “awful” and “unbelievable”.And one fan claimed City deserved to lose just because of that one spot-kick”.But another viewer went against the tide as he wrote: “If he scored y’all would be shouting Panenka up and down.”Bernardo Silva stroked his penalty too straight and too softlyCredit: PA More

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      Man Utd join transfer race for rising Brazil star, 18, as scout attends match with Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City keen

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have joined Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool in the bidding war for a Brazilian wonderkid.According to The Mail, United sent a scout to Brazil to watch Gremio starlet Gustavo Nunes, 18, in action last week during the 2-0 loss to Huachipato in the Copa Libertadores.Manchester United sent a scout to watch Gremio star Gustavinho in actionCredit: AlamyManchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal are also keeping tabs on GustavinhoCredit: AlamyGustavinho, as he has been nicknamed by fans, only made his senior debut in February but quickly rose through the ranks after impressing manager Renato Gaucho.The winger came on as a half-time substitute as he replaced Everton and showed his skills in front of the Red Devils’ representative.New United shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are said to be prioritising rising young talent from South America.That is because the Manchester giants want to get more value for their money amid Financial Fair Play restrictions.Read More on FootballGustavinho has amassed a total of four goals and four assists in 18 appearances across all competitions this season.The forward’s immediate impact attracted attention from City, Arsenal and Liverpool.Wolves and Norwich are also keeping tabs on the young Brazilian’s progress.However, the Citizens appear to be leading the race for the youngster’s signature.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNevertheless, Gremio are not keen to part ways with their wonderkid just yet.That is why the Brazilian outfit tied Gustavinho to a contract until 2028.Gary Neville ‘lost faith’ with ‘scrawny and erratic’ Cristiano Ronaldo at Man Utd before transformation into a ‘machine’Gremio, who own 70 per cent of the player’s economic rights, will also command a high fee which is said to be more than £18million City considered splashing in the summer. More

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      Fans spot Real Madrid stars’ classy gesture as training footage emerges ahead of huge Man City clash

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      REAL MADRID stars were hailed for their immense sportsmanship ahead of tonight’s crunch Champions League clash against Manchester City.Real take on City in the quarter-finals at the Etihad following a stunning first leg between the two title favourites at the Santiago Bernabeu which ended 3-3.Real Madrid stars avoided stepping on Manchester City’s badgeReal Madrid take on Man City in a crunch Champions League quarter-final clashLos Blancos trained for the crucial game at the Citizens’ ground and the camera caught Carlo Ancelotti’s players paying respect to the hosts.Real players were seen walking down the corridors where City’s badge was placed on the floor.And all the Madrid aces walked around the club crest making sure they wouldn’t step on it.Fans stormed social media to congratulate Real for the class and dignity they showed.Read More on Man CityOne supporter tweeted: “Values.”Another commented: “Sportsmanship.”A third wrote: “They are real players.”This ones said: “Respect.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd that one stated: “Class.”City are looking to replicate last season’s Treble triumph but are facing a daunting task against Champions League record winners Real.Guardiola is hoping Man City can see off Real Madrid to make more historyThe winner of tonight’s fixture will go on to face either Bayern Munich or Arsenal in the semi-finals.Speaking ahead of the clash, Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham revealed he held talks with other clubs – thought to include Man City – before making the switch to the Bernabeu.The £88.5million signing said: “I had conversations with other teams but when Madrid came in it was a no-brainer really.“The size of the club, the project, the plan going forward, the chance to play with such amazing players.“I just jumped at it. That’s why I made my decision.” More

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      Erling Haaland makes major business investment in favourite hair band as he eyes future after football

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      MANCHESTER CITY superstar Erling Haaland has become the minority owner of his favourite hair band company.Haaland has bought a minority stake in Oslo hair accessories company Bon Dep after spending the last few years wearing the brand’s signature “Kknekki” hair tie.Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland has found a new investment opportunityCredit: GettyHaaland has become a minority owner of his favourite hair band companyCredit: RexHaaland has helped boost sales of his favourite hair bandCredit: Bon DepThe star striker’s man-bun phenomenon has boosted sales in various European countries, such as Germany, Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium and France, according to the company.Haaland said: “I’m proud to become a shareholder in Bon Dep. Kknekki has been my go-to hair tie for years, and it is undoubtedly the best in the world.”Bon Dep founder and CEO Vibeke Gronseth welcomed the Norway international on board and opened up on the company’s ambitions.Gronseth added: “The primary purpose of bringing Haaland on board is to collaborate in scaling Kknekki further across Europe and the rest of the world. Read More on Football”Haaland and his team have a long-term perspective that is crucial as we expand Bon Dep into new markets. “The success of Kknekki, also known as the world’s best hair tie, has demonstrated what we can achieve.”Haaland is currently enjoying a stunning career that promises to reach greater heights in the next few years.But the 23-year-old is already preparing for life after football with new investments.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAt the same time the ex-Borussia Dortmund star continues to dominate in the Premier League.Haaland has amassed a staggering 31 goals and six assists in 38 appearances this season alone.Roy Keane asked by Premier League owner ‘were you smoking weed’ after brutal ‘League Two player’ Erling Haaland verdictAnd the forward is now looking to replicate City’s stunning Treble triumph from last season in the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League.Haaland has been enjoying another dominant season with Man City More