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      My flat overlooks a Premier League stadium – men try to go on dates with me just to watch football

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      A woman who owns a flat that overlooks Brentford’s stadium has revealed men try to date her in order to watch Premier League games.Football fans pay huge sums of money to watch top-flight matches across England every weekend.Noemi Oberhauser has shared the view from her flat on social mediaCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhShe can watch all Brentford’s home games from her West London residenceCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhIn one post she captioned it ‘When dreams turn into reality’Credit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhIn a video she called on her followers to ‘watch the match with me’Credit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhThomas Frank’s Bees welcome more than 17,000 people into the Gtech Community Stadium for their home fixtures.The ground also played host to London Irish from 2020 to 2023.Yet Noemi Oberhauser, 24, is able to watch all games at the stadium without paying a penny.That is because the singer lives in a £1,200-a-month flat that overlooks the Brentford pitch.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNoemi, who did not move into the West London residence because of the stellar view of the football, has shared several social media clips of her watching games from her window – where almost all of the pitch is visible.This has garnered an Instagram following of 17,000 people.However, she has admitted one negative is receiving messages from people asking to date her in the hope they can watch a match from her flat.Speaking to What’s The Jam, she said: “I have quite a few people messaging me on Instagram about the apartment.Most read in FootballSinger Noemi pays £1,200 per month for her London flatCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhShe has revealed people want to go on dates with her to watch the gamesCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhNoemi insists she finds requests to watch matches hilariousCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhShe has received comments saying things such as ‘Marry me’Credit: Jam Press/@noemi.brh”Mostly offering to come to watch the match with me and turning it into a little date.”A lot also comment saying things like ‘Marry me’. So, it is quite funny.”Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo shows his skills on the training pitch Noemi was not a Brentford supporter when she moved into the London flat.But given the incredible opportunity she now has to watch the games, she insists it has triggered an interest in football and Frank’s side.She added: “I’ve obviously been supporting Brentford ever since.”I was never that bothered about football before, but now I am really interested.”I even catch up [with matches] when I’m abroad!”Brentford sit 12th in the Premier League table and are unbeaten in their five home league games this season – winning four and drawing one.They have also scored 19 goals in their 10 Premier League matches – the fourth-highest in the division behind only Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea.Noemi is now a Brentford supporter and regularly watches the gamesCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brhShe has even explained how she keeps up with Brentford’s results while abroadCredit: Jam Press/@noemi.brh More

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      ‘Who does such a thing?’ – Lloris slams Levy for message he had engraved on Spurs stars’ Champions League watches

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      HUGO LLORIS has taken a swipe at Daniel Levy for his decision to hand out posh watches with the word ‘finalist’ engraved to Spurs players ahead of the 2019 Champions League final.Frenchman Lloris, who made 447 appearances for the North Londoners, captained Spurs as they lost to Liverpool to finish runners-up in Europe’s elite club competition that year.Hugo Lloris has hit out Daniel Levy for watches he handed out to the Spurs playersCredit: ReutersBusinessman Levy has been Spurs chairman for 23 yearsCredit: AlamyBut four days before the showpiece Spurs chairman Levy decided to mark the occasion by giving each squad-member a luxury aviator wristwatch, with the support of a sponsor.It was a well-meaning gesture but it was the message etched on the pricey gift that Lloris found tin-earned at the time and still does to this day.Writing in his autobiography being serialised in The Guardian, World Cup winner Lloris said: “At first, we were excited to see the elegant boxes.“Then we opened them and discovered that he’d had the back of each timepiece engraved with the player’s name and ‘Champions League Finalist 2019’.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“‘Finalist.’ Who does such a thing at a moment like this?“I still haven’t got over it, and I’m not alone. If we’d won, he wouldn’t have asked for the watches back to have ‘winner’ engraved instead.“I have considerable respect and esteem for the man and all he has done for the club as chairman – I got to know him – but there are things he is simply not sensitive to.“As magnificent as the watch is, I have never worn it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“I would have preferred there to be nothing on it. With an engraving like that, Levy couldn’t have been surprised if we had been 1-0 down after a couple of minutes: so it was written.”Spurs did indeed go down 1-0 inside two minutes thanks to a controversial penalty dispatched by Mo Salah, before Divock Origi doubled the lead late on.Tottenham snubbed Ollie Watkins transfer as Jose Mourinho refused to pay price tag and signed flop striker instead The spot-kick, awarded when the ball hit Moussa Sissoko’s body and rebounded onto his hand, still narks Lloris.That is because 24 hours after the final the rules were changed, meaning it would not have been given the following day.While Lloris, who ended up winning nothing during his 12 years with Spurs, left that final disappointment questioning how much the club really wanted to be the best.The 37-year-old, now with LAFC in the MLS, added: “At the post-match reception at the hotel, I had the impression that some people from the club and certain players were not sufficiently despondent at having lost.“When I returned to my room on the night of the final, I think I had the same feeling as Mauricio (Pochettino, the manager at the time) and Harry (Kane): does the club really want to win?“Real Madrid would never have celebrated a lost final, and we shouldn’t have either.”Amazon documentaryLloris also hit out at the subsequent decision “made without the consent either of the squad or the manager” to allow the Amazon cameras in to film their All or Nothing documentary.The goalkeeper said the players had to be “careful all the time” with what they said and how they acted, adding that the show which earned the club £10million was a “constraint” in its filming and “had consequences”.Pochettino’s successor Jose Mourinho ended up being the star of that documentary.But it was the mind of a manager that came after the Special One who Lloris also gave a fascinating insight into – that of Antonio Conte.The firebrand Italian was as “extreme and eruptive” behind closed doors as he appeared to be on the touchline, according to Lloris.A man who struggled to contain his frustration when results started turning for him at Tottenham, whose strong personality meant wingers scared of him “preferred to play on the side of the pitch opposite the dugout”.Conte took Spurs to the Champions League but it all unravelled for him two seasons ago when he left the club in March 2023 having metaphorically torched the club and players in an unforgettable post-match press conference at Southampton.One particular defeat, in which Lloris did not even play, against Slovenian minnows Mura in the Uefa Conference League had Conte raging.Lloris explained: “Even though I wasn’t playing, I was still entitled to his screams and reproaches, just like everyone else.READ MORE SUN STORIES“After the defeat in Maribor, he had screamed: ‘Mura, Mura, who’s Mura?! We lost to Mura!’ I can still hear him.“If a player needed a little love, he’d better not knock at Conte’s door. For Conte, trust is earned in training. He has no filter; he’s sincere, honest.” More

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      Sean Longstaff hints at shock Newcastle transfer exit as academy graduate, 27, admits ‘I want to be valued’

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      SEAN LONGSTAFF has warned Newcastle United that he could move elsewhere unless he feels “appreciated” and “valued” with a new contract.The midfielder, 27, was one of the best performers as the Magpies beat Arsenal last weekend. Sean Longstaff was one of Newcastle’s top performers against ArsenalCredit: RexHe is looking for an improved contract at his boyhood clubCredit: GettyThat followed on from his return to the starting XI for the Carabao Cup victory over Chelsea.The North Shields-born academy graduate is now competing with Brazilian internationals Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton, Italian ace Sandro Tonali, Joe Willock and Lewis Miley for a spot in midfield.After a sticky run of results, Toon are unbeaten in the seven matches he has started this term.Longstaff said: “You’ve got friends who tell you but for me, you can look at stats whichever way you want.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“There’s always going to be people who – you can give them all the stats in the world and they’ll still have an opinion. That won’t change their opinion whether the stats are there or not.“For me I just try to play my game, if we win brilliant, if not I’m just trying to look at what we can do better as a team and we’ll go from there.”While some supporters feel Eddie Howe would be better playing one of the glitzier names instead, Longstaff says he is happy enough earning the praise from his colleagues and coaches rather than the fans.He said: “I don’t flick the ball over someone’s head like Bruno does, that’s what catches the eye but there’s lots of ways to win a football match.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“My job is to make them flourish as best as they can and get in the box and score goals when I can.“I always put the team first, probably to my detriment sometimes.‘F—ing shut your mouth’ – Ian Wright in X-rated rant at giggling Alan Shearer after Newcastle stun Arsenal“I’m a bit too humble for my own good sometimes but whenever I play you know what you’re going to get.“I think you see the best from the people around me when I do play. As long as the changing room appreciates that and the staff appreciate that, it’s all that matters to me.”Longstaff continued: “I think me and the manager have always had a great relationship.“To be fair to him he’s never really listened to what other people think in the past. He’s always played me and I think there’s a reason for that.“There’s stuff I’d love to say to you but I can’t. All I can do is play football and my value will ultimately be shown on the football pitch.“Whether it’s when I’m playing or not playing, eventually if I keep doing the right things then one day everyone will see that and it might be when I’m not here anymore.“If that’s the case that’s the case. I love the manager to bits. I can only thank him for helping my career.”Longstaff says he has a great relationship with Eddie HoweCredit: GettyLongstaff claims he is “not sure” whether a 12-month extension to his current contract, which expires in the summer, has been triggered.But he will not sign anything unless he feels he is getting his market worth after seeing a number of other team-mates, with Anthony Gordon the most recent, receive pay rises.When pressed on if he sees his future at St. James’, he said: “Yeah, if it’s here it’s great. If it’s not, it’s not.“I want to be valued as a player, I want to be appreciated as a player and whether it’s here, great. If it’s not here and it’s somewhere else, it’ll be somewhere else.“In a way I live day to day, game to game and I just try and take in every game. I get to go to work every day and spend it with my best friends.“I don’t know what’s coming ahead, I don’t know what’s coming down the line, I just try to embrace every day and enjoy every minute because ultimately it won’t last forever.”Despite that contract issue going on in the background, Longstaff refuses to try to play down the Toon Army’s aspirations and dreams this season.And he says that securing European football is the very least that Howe’s men must deliver.READ MORE SUN STORIESLongstaff added: “You want to finish in the top four. There’s probably three teams that are definitely going to finish in there and then there’s four or five going for one spot in the CL.“Europe’s the minimum but that’s looking too far ahead, we’re just focusing on week to week, getting better and if we play well and do the things we’re good at we’ll end where we deserve to be.” More

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      Man Utd and Arsenal locked in Leroy Sane transfer battle as they look to snap up Bayern Munich star for free

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal are reportedly locked in a battle to sign Leroy Sane on a free transfer from Bayern Munich.The former Manchester City star, 28, is out of contract next summer.Man Utd and Arsenal are keen on signing Bayern Munich star Leroy SaneCredit: RexHe has lost his place in Bayern’s starting XI to summer signing Michael Olise.And a new deal does not look to be forthcoming from Vincent Kompany’s side, who he has helped win three titles in his 185 games.Sane can strike a pre-contract agreement with clubs from January, with a host of top European sides linked.But Bild claims the strongest interest is emerging from England, where Sane previously spent three seasons playing for Man City.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe won two titles and an FA Cup in 135 outings at the Etihad.Yet Sane could soon end up playing for the red side of the town as rivals Man United have made an enquiry.Incoming boss Ruben Amorim is already drawing up a list of targets to boost his squad.And Sane is strongly appreciated by the Portuguese tactician, as well as United’s transfer hierarchy of sporting director Dan Ashworth and technical director Jason Wilcox.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut the Red Devils aren’t the only English side interested in Sane.Arsenal are also fans of the German winger and could look to enter negotiations next year.Man Utd fans cry ‘please, not you as well’ as Ruben Amorim copies Ten Hag’s worrying comments after Sporting beat City United are also interested in Leon GoretzkaCredit: GettyMikel Arteta has made plenty of experienced signings during his time at the Emirates and Sane would give him options on both flanks, as well as through the middle.However, both United and Arsenal could be left empty-handed as Sane is reportedly keen to stay at Bayern and will not make a decision on his future while the prospect of staying remains on the table.Sky Germany claims United are also interested in Sane’s Bayern team-mate Leon Goretzka.Amorim is said to want a central midfielder in the role of a modern number eight this winter.Goretzka, 29, is in his seventh season with Bayern and has won five titles, plus a Champions League, in 229 outings.Like Sane, he has also fallen down the pecking order and could be open to an exit.United are also though to be looking for an “affordable” striker, with £35million summer signing Joshua Zirkzee so far failing to impress. More

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      Jack Grealish tipped for stunning return to former club as ‘very good friend’ says ‘it would have to be right for him’

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      JACK GREALISH has been tipped to make a shock return to Aston Villa.The 29-year-old swapped his boyhood club for Manchester City in a £100million deal back in 2021.Jack Grealish has been tipped to leave City for VillaCredit: ReutersHenri Lansbury reckons Grealish will one day look to return to Villa ParkCredit: GettySince joining Pep Guardiola’s side, Grealish has won three Premier League titles, the FA Cup and the Champions League.But a difficult season last term saw him fail to land a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024.He has also struggled to nail down a spot in the City side this season, being named in the starting XI just six times amid injury issues.Grealish’s “very good friend” and former team-mate Henri Lansbury reckons he could benefit by moving back to Villa.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said at the launch of Ladbrokes’ Gaffer of all Accas: “The Man City move was an unreal one for Jack. He deserves every bit of success. “But now that he is there, you can’t forget you’re putting him in a team where, whoever they are coming up against, they are putting 11 men and their dog behind the ball. “When he was in the Villa team, it was a case of ‘give it to Jack’ and let him do his thing. “It’s a totally different thing for him now, but I think he’s been fantastic. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”I am honestly so happy for him. He is one of the nicest kids you will ever meet, and he’s also a very good friend of mine. “But this is just a totally different playing style under Guardiola. Jack Grealish owes Trent Alexander-Arnold £500 as he’s made to regret wager within seconds during England clash”You see him do bits here and there, and he will still get assists and goals, but I’m sure he will want to do more himself. “In terms of an Aston Villa return… I think it’s something he would want to do.”But it would have to be when the time is right for him.”It remains to be seen whether Grealish will one day return to Villa Park and whether they could afford him after PSR battles in the summer.But it might not take much to convince him to come home as they are currently flying high in the Premier League and Champions League under Unai Emery. More

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      Fears Cole Palmer will miss Arsenal clash as he’s absent from Chelsea training after Martinez’s horror challenge

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      COLE PALMER remains a doubt for Chelsea’s crunch home clash against rivals Arsenal on Sunday.The Blues’ brightest spark Palmer is yet to train this week after he was cut down by Lisandro Martinez in Chelsea’s drab 1-1 draw with Man Utd.Lisandro Martinez escaped a red card for his high tackle on Cole PalmerThe challenge could gave caused a serious injuryPalmer hasn’t trained with Chelsea this weekCredit: GettyIn stoppage time, Red Devils defender Martinez lived up to his “Butcher” name after he lunged into a tackle with Blues playmaker Palmer and caught him on the knee with this studs.Martinez escaped a red card following a review by VAR after Robert Jones’ initial on-field decision of a yellow card was upheld.Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was fuming with the decision and confirmed that Palmer was handed an ice pack in the dressing room.Palmer has not trained since the reckless challenge.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe club organised a precautionary scan for the England star to get official confirmation ahead of their meeting with Arsenal.But there could be an easy explanation for Palmer’s absence at Cobham.Palmer was never going to be involved in Thursday night’s Conference League tie due to not being named in the squad for the league phase.Nevertheless Maresca has offered some clarity in his pre-match press conference on Wednesday ahead of their clash against FC Noah.Most read in FootballEnzo Maresca was left fuming as Martinez avoided a red cardFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAsked if playing Palmer on Sunday would be a risk, Maresca said: “Yes, for sure. He didn’t train the last two days.”Hopefully he can be fit. The tackle, it is quite clear it was not a normal one. Hopefully he can be back.Cole Palmer’s reaction to being compared to Zola will make you feel old as fans say ‘he actually said that out loud?'”Cole didn’t train yesterday, we will see today if he is able to train with us. “Will he be fit for Arsenal? We hope so, we need to wait and seen and then decide.”Jadon Sancho, the summer signing from United, remains unavailable after suffering a knock in training.While Palmer’s absence would no doubt be huge, several stars could now be handed their chance at impressing in his place.One of those is Joao Felix, who is yet to start in the Premier League since rejoining the club for £45m from Atletico Madrid over the summer. Maresca said: “I feel a shame about Joao, but not only about Joao.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would like to give him more minutes in the Premier League. We need defensive balance.”We cannot play with Joao, Cole and Christopher Nkunku. I like to put all of them on the pitch but then you also have to defend.”Chelsea player ratings vs Man UtdCHELSEA came from a goal down to rescue a point at Old Trafford.Robert Sanchez brought down Rasmus Hojlund with 20 minutes remaining and Bruno Fernandes rolled in what looked to be a decisive spot kick.But Chelsea hit back swiftly as Moises Caicedo’s sweet strike flew into the bottom corner.Here is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield saw the performances of the Chelsea players in the 1-1 draw…Robert Sanchez – 3Made a few really good saves in the first half, and was much improved after a poor performance last time out against Newcastle.That was until he gave away a reckless penalty on Rasmus Hojlund, which was easily dispatched by Bruno Fernandes.His mistakes are starting to cost Chelsea time after time.Malo Gusto – 2Got in good positions in the first half, but was often wasteful when he got there.Was booked for a late challenge on Manuel Ugarte, before being hooked for Cucurella at half-time after an awful overall showing.Wesley Fofana – 6A strong performance at the back was marred only by the Frenchman letting Rasmus Hojlund escape him before winning a penalty for his side.Showed brilliant recovery pace throughout the game, and made some crucial challenges too.Levi Colwill – 6That was a strong defensive showing from the Chelsea number 6.For a player with a passing range as impressive as his is, it would’ve been nice to see him use it more as Chelsea looked for a goal.Reece James – 5Improved this week, but still showed signs of rustiness as he gave the ball away in dangerous positions a few times.More effective on the right side in Malo Gusto’s position, and more comfortable there as expected with Marc Cucurella on the left.Another 90 minutes in the tank is fantastic news for Chelsea fans.Moises Caicedo – 9Scored a certain contender for goal of the month with a sensational volley from the edge of the box to level the scoring for his side.Effective in breaking up play for the Blues once more, and showed why he is worthy of the £100m price tag Chelsea paid for him.Romeo Lavia – 8Another impressive midfield performance from the Belgian, who shows prowess beyond his years on and off the ball.Seems the perfect pivot partner for Moises Caicedo, and people need to start talking about how Manchester City let him go for peanuts.Noni Madueke – 6Unfortunate to hit the post in the 13th minute with a header following a corner.Worked hard defensively throughout the game too, but was unable to really put his creative abilities to the test.Cole Palmer – 7In the first half, his signature ‘Palmer touch’ got the away supporters off their feet, and he was Chelsea’s most creative outlet on the day.Unable to add another goal or assist to his impressive tally this season, but still had a solid showing.Pedro Neto – 5Showed flashes of brilliance on the left-hand side, and came close with a shot across goal in the second half.Was moved to the right-hand side in the second half, but it was much of the same from there.Nicolas Jackson – 5Pretty invisible up front for Chelsea today.Worked hard and tracked back well when required to, but fans were left confused as to why Christopher Nkunku was left on the bench.In fairness to him, could’ve had an assist if Enzo Fernandez could finish his dinner.SubsMarc Cucurella (for Gusto, 46 mins) – 5A solid showing on the left-hand side. Chelsea look a better team with him in the 11.Mykhailo Mudryk (for Madueke, 70 mins) – 4Tried to light things up on the left hand side, but his spark wasn’t enough to win the game for his side.Enzo Fernandez (for Lavia, 70 mins) – 2Missed an absolute sitter which would have won his team the game after coming on. Looks very short on confidence.Click here to read more Chelsea stories. More

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      Viktor Gyokeres has gentleman’s agreement with Sporting that could see him join Man Utd in bargain transfer

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      VIKTOR GYOKERES could be up for grabs for around £63million in the summer – putting Manchester United on red alert.Sporting Lisbon’s Swedish forward enhanced his reputation with a hat-trick against City on Tuesday night.Viktor Gyokeres could be available for a cut-price dealCredit: GettyHe has a release clause in his deal at the José Alvalade Stadium which is set at around £84m and expires in 2028.However the former Coventry man is believed to have a gentleman’s agreement with the Portuguese club that will allow him to go for much less if he sees the season out with them.Sporting would look for around £67m but could accept as little as £63m.And that is likely to interest a host of Prem giants – including United, Arsenal and Chelsea.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHis outgoing boss Ruben Amorim ruled out taking him with him to United in January – but said he does expect the forward to look for a new challenge in the summer.He said: “I’ve just made peace with the Sporting fans so I’m not even going to make a joke about it.“Gyokeres is a Sporting player and it’s is a great club, he did a lot for the club. He just has to stay and finish the season at the club.”After scoring 66 goals in 67 appearances he is certain to be in demand and there is already interest from Saudi Arabia.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRuben Amorim is ‘Mourinho 2.0’ who turned Sporting from ‘walking dead’ into Portuguese champs… he can revive Man UtdWHEN Ruben Amorim took charge of Sporting Lisbon in March 2020, one club official compared their situation to the “walking dead”, writes Jordan Davies.Optimism and hope was at an all-time low.But the Amorim-effect was almost instantaneous, guiding the Portuguese sleeping giants to their first league title for 19 years in 2020/21, losing just once and only conceding 20 goals.Since then, Sporting have lifted another league title in 2023/24 – as well as two League Cups – and currently sit top with nine wins from nine this term.He may be young, but Amorim already has an eye for rebuilding and revitalising fallen super powers with his infectious charisma and intense tactical philosophy that hardly ever wavers. The “walking dead” at Manchester United must be praying for a similar sort of revival.And they may just get it from one of the most talented young coaches on the continent – a man accustomed to breathing new life back into crumbling institutions such as Old Trafford.Amorim has spent the last decade dreaming of one day gracing England’s Premier League, such was his admiration for an ex-United boss in Jose Mourinho growing up.Often nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’, Amorim spent a week with his coaching idol in an internship capacity at United’s Carrington training base in 2018, going on to cite him as his “reference point”.United should not be expecting a mini-Mourinho, as Amorim said himself: “Mourinho is one of a kind. There won’t be another Mourinho. Mourinho is unique.”And yet, you cannot help but compare the two.For all the mismanagement in the Old Trafford hot seats over the years, this would be a real get – finally a slap in the face United’s Prem rivals have no answer for.But United are likely to be in the market for a number nine after struggling for goals during the opening months of this season.Gyokeres admitted it is a blow for his current club to be losing Amorim.Dimitar Berbatov tips Viktor Gyokeres to follow Ruben Amorim to Man Utd He said: “We will miss him a lot. We’ve done amazing things together.“We have to look forward and attack the next challenge ahead of us.” More

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      Man Utd fans in meltdown over ‘Amorim way’ as video of Sporting scoring sublime goal from kick-off against City emerges

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are buzzing over the ‘Amorim way’ after Sporting’s sensational team goal against Man City.Sporting thrashed Pep Guardiola’s side to inflict a third defeat in a row for the Citizens – their worst run for six years.Sporting scored a goal directly from kick-offPedro Goncalves produced a clever piece of skill to help set up the moveCredit: TNTMaximiliano Araujo finished off the move by firing past EdersonCredit: TNTViktor Gyokeres stole the limelight with a hat-trick, but it was Maximiliano Araujo’s goal which captured United fans’ attention.It came immediately after half-time with the scoreline 1-1 after Gyokeres cancelled out Phil Foden’s early opener.From kick-off Sporting played the ball back to centre-back Ousmane Diomande, a £70million United transfer target, who then started a brilliant passing move.Sporting moved the ball quickly from defence to midfield and Pedro Goncalves dropped his shoulder brilliantly to deceive Mateo Kovacic.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA clever run from Gyokeres dragged a defender away from his team-mate, with Goncalves moving into acres of space as he dribbled closer to goal.He then slipped in Araujo who had also made a brilliant run, and the midfielder made no mistake with the finish as he fired beyond Ederson.City were caught off guard, a rarity for them, and United fans are excited to see similar football under Amorim at Old Trafford.One fan reacted saying: “His way.. the Amorim way.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother added: “That’s Amorim ball.”A third wrote: “Now it’s Man United Way 😁”Man Utd fans cry ‘please, not you as well’ as Ruben Amorim copies Ten Hag’s worrying comments after Sporting beat City And another commented: “We hope this is what he’s bringing to Manchester United.”Amorim has built a reputation for free-flowing attacking football at Sporting with his side scoring 52 goals in 17 games this season.However, fans of the Red Devils who expect to see the same football at Old Trafford could be in for a shock.Amorim last night said: “We cannot transport one reality to another.”Manchester United cannot play the way we play, and we will have to adapt.”Some thought the Portuguese boss sounded like Erik ten Hag with his warning. More