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      Man Utd star’s career is OVER after slap in the face from Erik ten Hag, says Dwight Yorke

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      HARRY MAGUIRE’S Manchester United career is over, according to Dwight Yorke.The former United forward has labelled Erik ten Hag’s decision to strip Maguire of the captaincy a “slap in the face”.
      Harry Maguire’s Manchester United career is over, according to Dwight YorkeCredit: Splash
      Maguire announced earlier this month that he was no longer the Red Devils’ skipper.
      He has since been replaced by Bruno Fernandes, who will wear the armband this coming season.
      Ten Hag has claimed that losing the captaincy will benefit Maguire, but Yorke disagrees.
      He told OLBG: “When captaincy is taken off of you, it probably means your time is up at the club.
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      “Harry Maguire is a high-profile player, to be stripped of the captaincy of your everyday team is a slap in the face.
      “It will diminish his ego and make him feel upset. I don’t see any comeback when that happens.
      “I’ve been in football long enough for that to mean that your time is up. Maguire doesn’t have the authority he once had, players see through that and will undermine him.
      “They won’t disrespect Maguire, don’t get me wrong, but players won’t see him in the same light when he was the main figure on and off the pitch.
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      “It’s one of those things that don’t usually happen, but when you’re that high-profile of a player, it can happen.”
      Maguire has been linked with a move away from United this summer as he looks for regular football.
      The 30-year-old is keen to play more frequently in a bid to cement his place in England’s squad for next year’s Euros.
      Erik ten Hag has stripped Harry Maguire of the Manchester United captaincyCredit: Getty
      Having made just 16 starts under Ten Hag last term, he is unlikely to be a key player this season.
      West Ham have been linked with a move for Maguire and have reportedly held talks over a potential transfer. More

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      Watch Eddie Howe’s X-rated blast at Toon stars as fans given first glimpse of ‘We Are Newcastle’ Amazon Prime series

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      NEWCASTLE fans have been given a first glimpse of a new Amazon documentary that chronicles their top four finish last season.’We Are Newcastle United’ will take Newcastle fans behind the scenes of the club and give an insight into Eddie Howe’s dressing room.
      Eddie Howe gees up his players during an X-rated rant in the trailerCredit: YouTube – Amazon Prime Sport Video
      The series will release weekly on Prime VideoCredit: YouTube/Amazon Prime Sport Video
      the feature of Yasir Al-Rumayyan and Newcastle’s PIF ownership means fans will be given an insight into the Newcastle United boardroomCredit: YouTube/Amazon Prime Sport Video
      In the series’ first trailer, we see a frustrated Howe laying into his players in training – saying: “f****** hell lads, f****** hell.”
      He then goes on to say in a team talk: “They want a quick game.
      “They’re coming out, let’s f****** give it to them.
      “Let’s blow them away with our running.
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      “Let’s be intense in every reaction that we do.
      “Let’s make it a quick game, let’s go!”
      The documentary will give Newcastle a glimpse into one of Newcastle’s most successful seasons in the club’s history.
      The Magpies were able to achieve a surprise qualification for the Champions League despite facing relegation the previous season.
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      The team also reached the Carabao Cup final where they were defeated 2-0 by Manchester United – the club’s first cup final in 24 years.
      Not only will Magpies fans gain an insight into Eddie Howe’s tactical decisions but will also get to go behind the scenes of the club’s Saudi Public Investment Fund ownership.
      Amanda Stavely, Yasir Al-Rumayyan and James Reuben all feature prominently in the trailer – with fans given an insight into the club’s boardroom.
      Al-Rumayyan says in the trailer: “The ambition is to be number one, that is the ambition.”
      The series’ first episode will debut on August 11 and will release weekly through to September 1. More

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      Man Utd furious at Wrexham after boss Phil Parkinson’s raging reaction to Nathan Bishop following Paul Mullin injury

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are furious with Wrexham following Phil Parkinson’s raging attack on Nathan Bishop.The Red Dragons’ manager unleashed a tirade after the 23-year-old goalkeeper collided with Paul Mullin early in their pre-season clash in San Diego.
      Nathan Bishop collided with Paul Mullin during the clash in San DiegoCredit: Getty
      Phil Parkinson launched a scathing attack on BishopCredit: Getty
      Mullin suffered a punctured lung and had to be rushed to hospital on oxygen, just 11 days before the Welsh side begin their League Two campaign.
      Bishop was booked then booed by Wrexham fans in California and was subbed off at half-time.
      But afterwards, a livid Parkinson escalated the situation as he piled in on Bishop.
      United believe the foul by their young stopper was an honest mistake.
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      He tried to apologise to Mullin through Wrexham staff and then posted a message on Twitter.
      But the Red Devils are now fearful Parkinson’s comments will trigger social media abuse for Bishop – especially if Mullin misses a significant chunk of the season.
      Parkinson said: “I’m fuming about it, I’ve got to be honest with you. It was a clumsy, reckless, challenge in a pre-season game and I’m not happy with it at all. I haven’t seen the goalie and he’s probably best steering clear of us for the time being because we’re not very happy.
      “It should have been a straight red. If it’s not denying a goal-scoring opportunity it’s still a dangerous challenge so if you add the two scenarios together he should have been off the pitch.
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      “It’s a dangerous challenge and obviously Paul Mullin is our talisman. The way the lads responded after that I thought was outstanding. That’s what we’re all about as a group – resilience, sticking together.”
      United Under-21s manager Travis Binnion tried to defend Bishop for the challenge.
      Binnion said: “It’s part and parcel of the game, nobody wants to see anyone get injured. He’s made an honest challenge, he’s come off worse. He’s already reached out to him.
      “Booing him, it is what it is. He’s tried to reach out. He’s a great lad Bish, he hasn’t got a bad bone in his body.”
      Mullin updated fans with a thumbs-up selfie and a positive message from hospital, writing: “Thanks for all your messages! All good here!”
      Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds later praised his No10, adding: “Paul Mullin puts his last drop of blood into everything he does. The entire Wrexham community is pulling for a speedy recovery.”
      It was a torrid evening for United’s youngsters as Dan Gore was sent off for a studs-up slide tackle in the 3-1 defeat to the Red Dragons.
      Mullin suffered a punctured lung and was rushed to hospitalCredit: Getty
      He posted a selfie as he continued to receive treatmentCredit: paulmullin12/Instagram
      Bishop apologised for the incident on social mediaCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd keeper Nathan Bishop tweets grovelling apology to Paul Mullin after puncturing Wrexham star’s lung

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      MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Nathan Bishop tweeted a grovelling apology to Paul Mullin.The pair collided 12 minutes into the Red Devils’ pre-season defeat to Wrexham in San Diego.
      Nathan Bishop crashed into Paul Mullin who punctured his lungCredit: Getty
      The Wrexham striker was rushed to hospital for treatmentCredit: AP
      Bishop wiped the Wrexham star out and inadvertently punctured the striker’s lung, forcing him to leave the pitch with an oxygen mask and then be rushed to hospital.
      And the shot-stopper took to Twitter to apologise for the accident.
      The United star wrote: “Just wanted to share my sincerest apologies to @PMullin7.
      “A complete misjudgement and a genuine accident with 0 malicious intent at all!
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      “Wishing you the speediest recovery and hope to see you back scoring goals as soon as possible!”
      Mullin headed to social media himself with a thumbs-up selfie from hospital, writing: “Thank you for all your message. All good here.”
      Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds later praised his No10, adding: “Paul Mullin puts his last drop of blood into everything he does. The entire Wrexham community is pulling for a speedy recovery.”
      Bishop was only booked for the challenge but was booed by fans – and Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson launched a scathing attack on the 23-year-old keeper after the worrying injury for his key player just 11 days before their League Two return.
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      He said: “I’m fuming about it, I’ve got to be honest with you. It was a clumsy, reckless, challenge in a pre-season game and I’m not happy with it at all.
      “I haven’t seen the goalie and he’s probably best steering clear of us for the time being because we’re not very happy.
      “It should have been a straight red. If it’s not denying a goal-scoring opportunity it’s still a dangerous challenge so if you add the two scenarios together he should have been off the pitch.
      “It’s a dangerous challenge and obviously Paul Mullin is our talisman. The way the lads responded after that I thought was outstanding.
      “That’s what we’re all about as a group – resilience, sticking together.”
      United were later furious to hear what Parkinson had said, believing he was inflaming the situation and risking social media abuse for Bishop.
      They believe it was an honest mistake by a young goalkeeper who did his best to apologise through Wrexham staff.
      It was a torrid evening for United’s youngsters as Dan Gore was sent off for a studs-up slide tackle in the 3-1 defeat to the Red Dragons.
      The incident comes less than two weeks before Wrexham begin their League Two seasonCredit: Getty
      Bishop apologised for the incident on TwitterCredit: Getty More

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      Ryan Reynolds responds to Paul Mullin’s horror injury after Man Utd keeper punctures his lung

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      RYAN REYNOLDS has wished Paul Mullin a “speedy recovery” after the Wrexham star punctured his lung against Manchester United.The League Two new-boys took on a young Red Devils side in San Diego as part of their US tour on Tuesday night.
      Paul Mullin was on the receiving end of a heavy challenge by Nathan BishopCredit: Getty
      The 28-year-old required oxygen as he left the pitchCredit: Getty
      Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has wished Mullin a ‘speedy recovery’Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Talisman Mullin was forced off just 12 minutes into the match after a horror collision with United goalkeeper Nathan Bishop.
      The forward required oxygen as he left the pitch and was subsequently rushed to hospital.
      Following the incident, Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds tweeted: “Paul Mullin puts his last drop of blood into everything he does. The entire @Wrexham_AFC community is pulling for a speedy recovery.”
      Mullin, 28, later posted a selfie from his hospital bed, raising his thumb and thanking fans for their messages of support.
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      He wrote: “Thanks for all your messages! All good here!”
      Wrexham rallied in their star man’s absence to win the match 3-1.
      After the game, boss Phil Parkinson was livid with Bishop’s challenge, and the failure of the referee to send the goalkeeper off.
      He said: “I’m fuming about it, I’ve got to be honest with you. It was a clumsy, reckless, challenge in a pre-season game and I’m not happy with it at all. I haven’t seen the goalie and he’s probably best steering clear of us for the time being because we’re not very happy.
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      “It should have been a straight red. If it’s not denying a goal scoring opportunity it’s still a dangerous challenge so if you add the two scenarios together he should have been off the pitch.
      “It’s a dangerous challenge and obviously Paul Mullin is our talisman. The way the lads responded after that I thought was outstanding.
      “That’s what we’re all about as a group – resilience, sticking together.”
      After the match, Bishop apologised to Mullin on social media.
      He wrote: “Just wanted to share my sincerest apologies to@PMullin7.
      “A complete misjudgement and a genuine accident with 0 malicious intent at all!
      “Wishing you the speediest recovery and hope to see you back scoring goals as soon as possible!”
      Reynolds still appeared to be grateful for the chance to take on a youthful Man United team.
      He tweeted: “Massive thanks to @ManUtd for the incredible opportunity to play against a legendary Premier league side.”
      Mullin posted an update from hospital after the matchCredit: paulmullin12/INstagram
      Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson was furious with Bishop’s challengeCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd 1 Wrexham 3 LIVE SCORE: Paul Mullin injured as Red Devils face Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Red Dragons

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are now live battling Wrexham in a huge pre-season friendly in San Diego.Paul Mullin was injured in the first 20 minutes after colliding with United’s goalkeeper Nathan Bishop, forcing the forward out of the game.
      But minutes later, the Red Dragons hammered in their first of the night thanks to Elliott Lee. Soon after, Aaron Hayden doubled the Welsh side’s lead with a header.
      Just seconds before the half, United get one back.
      To start the second half, Daniel Gore picked up a red card for the Red Devils. Following the sending-off, Wrexham tapped in their third of the night off Sam Dalby’s boot.
      It has been a memorable tour of the States for Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s newly-promoted Wrexham, with matches against Chelsea and LA Galaxy.

      Kick-off: 3.30am BST/ 10.30pm ET
      TV channel/ live stream: MUTV (all)/ ESPN+ (US)
      Man Utd XI: Bishop, Evans, Fernandez, Gore, Hannibal, Shoretire, Fish, Hugill, Jurado, Hansen-Aaroen, Collyer.
      Wrexham XI: Foster, Hayden, Tozer, Cleworth, Forde, O’Connor, McAlinden, Lee, McFadzean, Palmer, Mullin.

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      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 3
      68. Sam Dalby taps in the beautiful ball from Jacob Mendy for the Welsh side’s third of the night.
      It’s all Wrexham tonight.
      A THIRD! WREXHAM!!!!!
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      62. There’s been a few sloppy passes from both teams, especially the back side of Wrexham.
      United are trying for an equalizer but can’t do much besides throw in a few crosses.
      Now less than a half hour left in this one.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      58. Wrexham has controlled play after receiving the man advantage.
      They’ve whipped a few crosses into the box but nothing dangerous has come of it.
      It’s going to be difficult for United to find an equalizer a man down.
      Just over a half hour left to play.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      53. It’s been hard for United to build possession since the sending-off.
      Wrexham has received boos after some patient play in their own back third.
      It’s Wrexham’s game to lose at this point.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      47. Daniel Gore has been called for a red card after a poor challenge.
      United will be a man down the last 50 minutes.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      46. The second half has kicked off!
      Manchester United has 45 minutes to equalize or take the lead.
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      Here are some pictures from the first half of play.
      Mullin’s injury is a devastating blow for WrexhamCredit: Getty
      Aaron Hayden scored the Red Dragons’ second of the nightCredit: AFP
      Manchester United got one back just seconds before halfCredit: Getty
      Halftime: Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      United get one back just seconds before the half.
      The big story though, surrounds Wrexham and Mullin’s injury.
      It’s still unknown the severity of the injury or how long it could keep the star forward out.
      Wrexham looked like the better side that half, netting two goals through the first 45 minutes.
      Still a whole half left to play!
      GOAL!!!! UNITED!!!!
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 2
      45. There’s been five minutes of added time.
      It’s been a fabulous 45 minutes for Wrexham to start.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 2
      41. It was announced that Mullin was taken to a local hospital.
      Mullin was down for over five minutes before walking under his own power.
      Let’s hope the star forward has avoided serious injury for Wrexham.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 2
      36. Wrexham won a long throw, and Aaron Hayden found himself on the receiving end.
      After the ball bounced off a first player, Hayden leaped up and headed the Red Dragons’ second of the game into the back of the net.
      What a start for Wrexham!
      WREXHAM AGAIN!!!!
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 1
      34. United are on the prowl for the equalizer.
      They’ve threatened Wrexham but failed to put a menacing shot on target.
      Just over 10 minutes until the first-half whistle.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 1
      29. Elliott Lee puts away the first for Wrexham!
      It was some great buildup play on the right side of the pitch, which allowed for the cross to Lee.
      Way to go Wrexham.
      GOALLLLL!!!! WREXHAM!!!!!!
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      22. Mullin was subbed off for Billy Waters.
      Wrexham had their first scoring chance of the night, putting a powerful shot on net.
      The Welsh side has looked better the last few possessions.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      17. Mullin is up and walking.
      Hopefully he’s avoided a major injury.
      Unlucky for the forward.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      14. Mullin is still down.
      The cart has come out and is on the field.
      The star forward is surrounded by the medical staff.
      The announcers believed it should’ve been a red card.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      11. Wrexham has a free kick on the edge of the United box.
      Mullin got an over-the-top ball but was smacked by United’s goalkeeper, Bishop.
      Mullin is still down on the ground.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      9. It’s been a great start for the English side.
      United has just won a free kick outside the Red Dragons’ box.
      It’s been all United so far.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      4. United has maintained possession early.
      They haven’t been able to crack the Welsh back line but have gotten inside the box.
      Nice start from the United youngsters.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      2. Manchester United are in stripes.
      Wrexham are wearing reds.
      The Welsh side had a quick fast break but it was sniffed out by the United defense.
      Quiet start early.
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      Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag dealt fresh striker headache as Marcus Rashford insists he is NOT the answer

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      ERIK TEN HAG’S desperate striker hunt rumbles on as Marcus Rashford admitted: I’m NOT the answer.Boss Ten Hag has still not signed the No 9 he needs — just 19 days before Manchester United’s Premier League opener against Wolves.
      Marcus Rashford has insisted he is not the No9 Manchester United are looking forCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag is still seeking a focal point to his attackCredit: EPA
      Atalanta are demanding £86million for Rasmus Hojlund, who hit ten goals in 34 matches for the Serie A side last season.
      The Dane, 20, is understood to be keen on a move but United have so far refused to offer more than £60m.
      And Ten Hag looks unlikely to move for his top target Harry Kane after being told the Tottenham striker wants £30m a year — equivalent to £577,000 a week.
      Frenchman Anthony Martial has just returned to training from his latest injury, while Rashford appears an obvious solution to Ten Hag’s problem position.
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      But Rashford, who last week signed a new £325,000-a-week contract until 2028, warned the Dutchman he does not fancy the job full time.
      He told The Overlap podcast: “I feel like at centre-forward you’ve got less distance to cover to score simple goals, I do prefer left-wing.
      “Left is just easier to stay in the game and from when I was young I’ve always wanted to be involved in the game.
      “That’s why I struggle when playing at centre-forward sometimes because of my patience.
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      “You might not touch the ball for 20 minutes and then your first touch might be an opportunity to score. You have to be mentally switched on.”
      Wout Weghorst was signed on loan from Burnley to fill the void up front last season while Martial also played when fit.
      But the Frenchman missed 28 games with SIX different injuries.
      And ex-Ajax chief Ten Hag has told Martial, 27, he must “take responsibility” to be available more often.
      Ahead of facing Wrexham in San Diego early on Wednesday morning, Ten Hag said: “When you have a player in your squad you have to expect he is available and players have to take responsibility.
      “If not, I have to deal with the situation and we have shown we can be successful without. But it’s easier when you have that striker in the team to win trophies.”
      Martial netted just nine goals last season in 29 appearances having been farmed out on an unsuccessful loan to Sevilla in 2021-22 — scoring just once in 12 games.
      But Ten Hag believes United were always better with him in the side.
      He added: “We need a good squad and Anthony Martial is a brilliant football player so he will help us score goals.
      “There are other areas like pressing and combinations, he’s just a great player, we hope he’s fit and stays fit.”
      More goals is what United desperately crave after finishing with the lowest-scoring haul in the Premier League’s top six last season — just 58.
      Top-scorer Rashford got a career-best tally of 30 in all competitions.
      Taskmaster Ten Hag did have some criticism for the England international during the campaign about him not being switched on for the full 90 minutes of a game.
      That is something he believes needs to be addressed so he can match — and even surpass — those 30 goals.
      Ten Hag said: “When his attitude is right then he will do that.
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      “When the team is playing well, when we keep the rules and principles and Rashford puts himself in the right positions, he will finish.
      “He has great abilities in the box, he’s clinical, ruthless, he scores goals, with his right, his left, with his head.” More

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      West Ham fans fume at ’embarrassing’ punishment as Uefa make decision after AZ Alkmaar chaos in Europa Conference League

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      WEST HAM’S players have been cleared by Uefa after clashing with AZ Alkmaar thugs in the Europa Conference League semi-final.A string of the London club’s stars rushed to defend their friends and families as the Dutch hooligans attempted to storm an area where the travelling contingent had been sat.
      Crowd trouble erupted during the semi-final of the Europa Conference LeagueCredit: AFP
      AZ Alkmaar have been handed punishment by Uefa for the behaviour of their fansCredit: Getty
      Yet while West Ham have avoided punishment, Alkmaar have been handed a suspended one-game stadium ban along with nearly £69,000 in fines.
      The stadium ban will be activated if there is any more trouble at their ground in the next two years while they were fined £43,000 for the attack on the West Ham section.
      Alkmaar have also been fined £12,900 for the lighting of fireworks, £6,900 for supporters blocking public passageways and £6,000 for the throwing of objects, .
      The trouble erupted after David Moyes’ team won 1-0 on the night to knock out Alkmaar 3-1 on aggregate.
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      While stewards and security were on the scene, Hammers players including Lucas Paqueta, Said Benrahma, Declan Rice, Angelo Ogbonna, Aaron Cresswell, Jarrod Bowen and Flynn Downes were all involved in the chaos.
      West Ham won the competition by beating Fiorentina 2-1 in the final in Prague.
      Bowen’s 90th-minute winner saw the London club bring home their first piece major silverware since 1980.
      There were fines handed out to West Ham fans from that game after missiles were thrown onto the pitch which left Cristiano Biraghi with a bleeding head.
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      Uefa also slapped West Ham fans with a ban going into next season’s opening Europa League away fixture.
      However, the Hammers faithful were left unhappy at the level of punishment dished out by Uefa to Alkmaar.
      One fan wrote: “Considering our bans, embarrassing punishment.”
      A second said: “I’m sorry how have they literally attacked the families of the players and have got away with a minimal fine?”
      Another remarked: “That’s not even a slap on the wrist.”
      A fourth declared: “If an English team did that we’d be banned for multiple years. The double standard is crazy.” More