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BRUNO FERNANDES is available for Manchester United’s next three matches after the club won their appeal against his red card against Tottenham.United’s captain was sent off in the first half of the 3-0 defeat at Old Trafford after a challenge on James Maddison.Bruno Fernandes has won his appeal against his red card at the weekendCredit: ReutersThe Man Utd star was sent off in the 3-0 defeat to TottenhamCredit: GettyFernandes got the red for a clumsy challenge on James MaddisonReplays suggested Fernandes slipped and made contact accidentallyFernandes appeared to slip as he aimed to win the ball.And he ended up making contact with Maddison’s leg, with ref Chris Kavanagh almost immediately showing Fernandes red before being backed up by VAR.It was a huge blow to United’s morale as they were just about to head into the tunnel for half-time only 1-0 down.While pundits were adamant the clumsy challenge only deserved a yellow card at best.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt also meant Fernandes was due to miss the next three league games against Aston Villa, Brentford and West Ham.But United immediately launched an appeal for wrongful dismissal.And the FA confirmed Fernandes’ straight red – the first of his career – had been cancelled.A statement read: “Bruno Fernandes will be available for Man Utd’s next three games following a successful claim of wrongful dismissal.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”The midfielder was sent off for serious foul play during the Premier League match against Tottenham.”The news is sure to come as a relief for Fernandes, who raged against the decision at full-time on Sunday.’Bruno Fernandes red card was huge VAR error’ in Man Utd loss to Spurs | Whistleblower, Mark HalseyMARK 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.Explaining that Maddison admitted it wasn’t a red, he said: “Even James Maddison when he gets up he said it’s not a red card. If this is a red card we have to look at many other incidents.”I don’t understand why VAR doesn’t call him [referee] to the screen.”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. They showed great effort and character and I was happy for that.”Fernandes was also backed up by Sky Sports pundits Jamie Redknapp, Ashley Young and Darren Bent.Redknapp said: “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.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd 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.”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

NEW footage of Manchester United’s humbling defeat to Tottenham appears to show a number of Red Devils players arguing among themselves in stoppage time.Erik ten Hag’s side were humiliated by Spurs at Old Trafford on Sunday as they lost 3-0 to slip to 13th in the Premier League table.Manchester United’s players argued during stoppage time against TottenhamCredit: GettyAndre Onana, Casemiro and Matthijs de Ligt were among those remonstratingCredit: GettyWith seconds to play in the match, substitute Mason Mount went down and received treatment.And as they waited for the game to restart, several Man Utd stars seemed to be furiously rowing with each other.A clip shared on social media shows Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro, Matthijs de Ligt, Andre Onana and Diogo Dalot remonstrating in a heated exchange.They all look crestfallen about the performance as they pointed to various parts of the pitch where mistakes were made.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe video led to many people reacting with criticism of their own.One fan said: “We need someone new to take charge. This is getting silly.”Another added: “This shows the state of this club, disjointed from top to bottom.”While a third replied: “The exact atmosphere that gets a manager sacked.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA fourth responded: “They should be ashamed of themselves.”And a fifth said: “This is what happens when the manager has no idea what the team should do on the pitch.”‘Bruno Fernandes red card was huge VAR error’ in Man Utd loss to Spurs | Whistleblower, Mark HalseyMan Utd’s fury continued after the match as captain Bruno Fernandes raged at being sent off for a challenge on James Maddison – a decision which has since been rescinded.He said: “Even James Maddison when he gets up he said it’s not a red card. If this is a red card we have to look at many other incidents.”I don’t understand why VAR doesn’t call him [referee] to the screen.”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. They showed great effort and character and I was happy for that.”Man Utd are expected to stick with Ten Hag for their upcoming away games against Porto and Aston Villa.But failure to to win either of those would extend their run to five matches without a victory and heap even more pressure on the under-fire Dutchman.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

NETHERLANDS legend Marco van Basten has slammed new Manchester United signing Manuel Ugarte.The Uruguayan was signed this summer in an attempt to solve United’s midfield problems.Marco van Basten slammed Manuel Ugarte’s performance against TottenhamCredit: GettyUgarte, 23, started his first Premier League match in the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham.He was criticised for his performance as Spurs overran United’s midfield and produced 24 shots on goal, including an xG of 5.33.Van Basten slammed Ugarte and suggested he was walking around, and highlighted his poor display as yet another example of poor investment by Erik ten Hag.He told Ziggo Sport: “I saw a new player walking around at Manchester United, (Manuel) Ugarte, for £42.3m. READ MORE ON MAN UTD”How is this guy walking around there? It’s idiotic how much (Ten Hag) has decided to invest in players who are not even good.”Ugarte struggled up against James Maddison and his poor positioning was constantly exposed by Ange Postecoglou’s side.He also failed to get United going in possession before being taken off for Christian Eriksen in the 72nd minute.Ten Hag’s transfer business has been called into question following the latest defeat with six starters against Spurs being signed by the Dutchman.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMan 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.He also brought through Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho from the academy but United have struggled in the league, winning just five of their previous 16 Prem games dating back to last season.In their last 15 league games Ten Hag’s side have picked up just 19 points – less than strugglers Everton who have managed 21 points.Manchester United vs Tottenham Player Ratings More

MARTIN KEOWN has questioned if “lonely” Erik ten Hag gets enough help from Manchester United staff like assistant boss Ruud van Nistelrooy.Arsenal legend Keown and then-United striker Van Nistelrooy were famously fierce rivals on the pitch, peaking with the “Battle of Old Trafford” in September 2003.Ruud van Nistelrooy arrived back at Old Trafford in July on a two-year contract as Erik ten Hag’s assistant bossCredit: AlamyMartin Keown has queried if Ten Hag gets enough dugout supportCredit: GettyNow the former England defender wonders whether RVN is “giving everything” to support under-pressure fellow Dutchman Ten Hag.Sunday’s shocking 3-0 home defeat to Tottenham plunged the Red Devils to 13th in the Premier League.United have lost three of their six Pem games, scoring just five times.And Keown appeared to speculate that Van Nistelrooy, who only returned to Old Trafford in the summer, has one eye on succeeding Ten Hag.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe BBC and TNT Sports pundit told talkSPORT: “I’m looking at Van Nistelrooy. Is he giving everything to this manager? This manager looks very lonely on the sideline.”Is Van Nistelrooy waiting to take over? Because it looks as if there’s going to be change taking place there.”Keown added: “Is everyone adding to the group? I’m not seeing that from Van Nistelrooy. “Ten Hag is just sitting there, nothing going on, no conversation. Pep [Guardiola] goes back and speaks to the gurus next to him.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Is everybody looking in the mirror at themselves giving their best?”It doesn’t look like the players are committed, it doesn’t look like the staff are particularly committed. It’s a lone man in the dugout.”Cristiano Ronaldo ‘agreed to rejoin Man Utd with Real Madrid star in £200m deal’ Ex-England chief Gareth Southgate and Inter Milan’s Simone Inzaghi are rated prime contenders to step in if Ten Hag does depart Old Trafford.The former Ajax manager is the bookies’ favourite to be the next top-flight chief out, ahead of Southampton’s Russell Martin and Wolves boss Gary O’Neil.Keown suggested it might be best for United if Ten Hag, who took over in April 2022, did leave soon.He said: “You could look at it and say, ‘well, OK, the management team that’s in there, if they allowed him to lose that many games last year, then no wonder he’s going to be allowed to carry on’.“But I’m not sure that’s the right way to go with this current manager. I think it’s time now.”Ten Hag, 54, won the EFL Cup in his first season in charge, then masterminded United’s 2-1 FA Cup final triumph over Manchester City last term.Club chiefs then triggered a one-year extension to his contract, taking it to 2026.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

ARNE SLOT has heaped more misery on Manchester United by claiming they are not a “top team”.The Dutch coach, 46, led his Liverpool side to a comfortable 3-0 win at Old Trafford last month.Liverpool manager Arne Slot has aimed a passing dig at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyErik ten Hag is coming under huge pressure after Man Utd’s dismal start to the seasonCredit: GettyAnd on Sunday that feat was replicated by Tottenham as they demolished Erik ten Hag’s men in front of a frustrated set of Red Devils supporters.Liverpool sit top of the Premier League table after picking up 16 points from their opening six games under Slot.Yet the former Feyenoord boss has claimed his side are yet to face a “top league table team” – a passing shot at Man Utd who are languishing in the bottom half in 13th place.Speaking ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League clash with Bologna on Wednesday, he said: “One of the reasons why we can compete is because we have a lot of quality. I also see a lot of team cohesion in the team.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”If we score I also see the ones that don’t play are really happy with us scoring and winning. Those are two really positive things.”But I also see things we definitely have to improve if we want to stay where we are with the fixture list that’s coming up.”Like I said, every fixture is difficult in the Premier League but everybody tells me that a top league table team is a bit more difficult than a low league table team, which we can all understand and we haven’t faced one of them yet.”So we have to do things better, but one of the reasons why we can stay up there is because we have a lot of players with a lot of individual quality.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSlot’s comments have left football fans utterly stunned as they reacted to his jibe at Man Utd.One said: “No way he just cooked Manchester United 😭😭😭😭.”‘He’s done!’ | How woeful tactics & Dalot shocker saw Spurs smash Man Utd to spell end for Ten HagAnother added: “He bodied that 13th placed club.”A third replied: “Bro called United a small team 😭😭.”And a fourth responded: “See the stray bullet thrown at Manchester United 😂.” More

PLANS drawn up to rebuild St. James’ Park have revealed that it could cost Newcastle United a billion quid.The Magpies are exploring all avenues with regards to a new home.Newcastle are planning to boost St James’ Park in a major developmentCredit: GettyAnd that includes improving their existing ground or building a brand new one outside of the current city centre location.The club is still undecided but architectural plans for a St. James’ expansion have been drawn up.That would see both the Gallowgate End and East Stand redeveloped to take the capacity from 52,000 to over 60,000.They also show that the Leazes End and Milburn Stand could also both be modernised.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the total cost of the work is estimated to be between £800m and £1billion.The club also only has a leasehold on St. James’ Park for another 70 years.And that would also need extending should they opt for the rebuild.Alternative options include building an entirely new stadium on Leazes Park, which is next to SJP.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhile another is to potentially knock one up elsewhere from scratch.Toon’s Saudi owners are still considering all options.Gary Neville tells Eddie Howe clear reason why he should QUIT Newcastle for ‘next step up’ in his careerBut the latter option could potentially cost them £2bn.Newcastle continue to reiterate that a fan advisory board will be consulted before a decision is made. More

SOUTHAMPTON defender Jack Stephens has been handed a hefty fine and a two-match ban for an X-rated rant during last month’s Premier League clash with Manchester United.The 30-year-old was sent off for a knee-high challenge on Alejandro Garnacho late in the match.Jack Stephens was sent off for a challenge on Alejandro Garnacho last monthCredit: RexThe defender was shown a straight red cardCredit: GettyStephens has been fined £50,000 and handed a two-match banCredit: GettyHe was left furious as a result and made his feelings clear with referee Stuart Atwell.As reported by The Mail, he said to assistant Gavin Ward: “You f***ing little ****”, before he later added: “You’re a ****”.It prompted Ward to file an extraordinary incident report at full-time.Having assessed the report, the FA has now decided to charge Stephens with misconduct.Read More in FootballA statement read: “Jack Stephens has been given a two-match suspension and £50,000 fine for misconduct during Southampton’s Premier League match on Saturday 14 September against Manchester United.”The defender admitted that he used abusive and insulting words towards both the match referee and fourth official around the 79th minute after he had been sent off.”Stephens requested a personal hearing to oversee his case.He also admitted to using abusive and insulting language towards the match officials after being sent off.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe defender said: “I am well aware that what I said was completely unacceptable and below the standard of conduct expected of me.”I am very embarrassed by my behaviour and want to apologise sincerely for it… I know the importance of accepting a referee’s decision.Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham “Instead, I spoke to him saying something that I would not normally say. I then used that language again to Mr Ward.”This is not an excuse, but it was in the heat of the moment… I sincerely apologise to Mr Atwell and Mr Ward.”Stephens will now be unavailable for upcoming fixtures against Arsenal and Leicester City.The Southampton star has already served a three-match ban for the initial red card.He missed games against Ipswich Town, Everton and Bournemouth. More