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      Cole Palmer’s Chelsea shirt from four-goal Brighton game put up for auction with fan lodging HUGE bid for sweaty kit

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      COLE PALMER’S shirt from his four-goal thriller against Brighton is set to land a sizeable sum after it was put up for auction.The Chelsea star became the first player in Premier League history to score four goals in the first half of a single game.Cole Palmer’s shirt from his four goal showing over Brighton has been put up for saleBids for Palmer’s shirt are already flying inPalmer’s jersey has been listed on MatchWornShirt, with the club promising to make a donation to the Chelsea FC Foundation.It has been provisionally authenticated by Fabricks – the most advanced technology in memorabilia.The description reads: “We will replace these images with photographs as soon as the product arrives for authentication. “It is important to note that there may be minor differences between the actual product and our digital representation of it.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”First player to score four goals in the first half of a Premier League game.”One user has already bid £16,000 for the 22 year old’s shirt at the time of writing.That same person, who appears to be from Hong Kong, had initially offered £9,000 and £12,000 for Blue shirt earlier this week.The talented England forward is maintaining the form that saw him register 25 goals for Chelsea last season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSChelsea fans and collectors are scrambling to get their hands on this piece of football history.Palmer’s shirt is expected to fetch a healthy sum, possibly even breaking Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of £36,000 for a Manchester United jersey worn during his second spell at Old Trafford.Chelsea Player vs Brighton RatingsFans have just four days left to submit their offers, according to the website.Other shirts worn by Chelsea players at Stamford Bridge on Saturday are also listed – but the bids are significantly less than Palmer’s.One eager fan has offered £1,008 for Enzo Fernandez’s shirt.But that’s despite the fact that the Chelsea captain didn’t do anything of note during the club’s 4-2 win over Brighton.The least popular shirt is the kit worn by goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, with the highest bid £159.You can have the shirts framed for further cash, with basic prices starting at £207.Selling match worn shirts can be lucrative, with someone once paying £600 for one of Jude Bellingham’s Birmingham City shirts in 2019 – despite the club losing 1-0 to Fulham in the fixture. More

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      Jamie Carragher slams £43m Man Utd new boy over tactical blunder vs Spurs and says ‘I don’t understand’ why he does it

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has slammed Manchester United’s £43million signing Matthijs de Ligt for his performance against Tottenham.The Liverpool legend and pundit questioned why De Ligt seems to be “out of position all the time” after United were thrashed 3-0 by Spurs.Jamie Carragher has laid into Matthijs de Ligt for his defending against SpursCarragher provided the analysis on Monday Night FootballErik ten Hag was reunited with his former Ajax defenders De Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich this summer, after the club finished eighth last term.But De Ligt has endured a tough start at Old Trafford.He is part of a back four which has conceded three goals in consecutive home matches, having also struggled in United’s 3-0 defeat to Liverpool.The defence looked as leaky as ever against Spurs, who burst through United with ease and rained shots down on keeper Andre Onana’s goal.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd Sky Sports pundit Carragher has singled out De Ligt by launching a scathing attack on his inability to smell the danger in Tottenham’s attacks.When analysing a chance for Timo Werner, Carragher said: “The rest of the defence is awful, it always has been when they lose possession.”But where’s De Ligt? The right-back has come out here but look where De Ligt is! You’ve got to get over.”Two massive chances and the goal, De Ligt, a player they brought in for huge money, is completely out of position all the time.Most read in FootballDe Ligt has endured a tough start at Old TraffordAs United suffered back-to-back 3-0 home defeats in the PremFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”So he ends up having to go flying into challenge and then you leave yourself in a situation where you can get yellow cards and red cards.”Carragher then condemned De Ligt for his positioning during Brennan Johnson’s opener – born from a stunning 70-yard run from Spurs centre-back Micky van de Ven.Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham Carragher said: “I’ve noticed this a little bit with De Ligt and a lot of centre-backs. “I don’t understand why they don’t fill the space and come over – I see this so much.”The striker behind him has got nothing to do with him. That is Lisandro Martinez’s job. If De Ligt goes over, Martinez comes across.”Now again he’s actually looking over his shoulder here – forget that. Forget it, get here to the right-hand side!”It was a brilliant run, it was amazing, but Van de Ven runs because he sees the space.”Meanwhile, United legend Paul Scholes has backed Carragher’s claims.He told Premier League Productions: “When you bring players in, you expect them to be a lot better than who you’ve already got. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I don’t see players coming in who are a big difference. De Ligt has come in for Maguire, let’s say, but there’s no big difference there.”United sit 13th in the Prem after winning just two of their first six games, with three defeats along the way.Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      ‘One season too far’ says Gary Neville as Man Utd legend doubles down on Premier League title prediction

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville has doubled down on his Premier League title prediction.The 2024-25 campaign is in full swing, with Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal making up the top three.Gary Neville has named the team he thinks will win the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyNeville thinks it could be ‘one season too far’ for CityCredit: PAArsenal have been tipped to win the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyWith six games played, the Reds currently sit top, one point ahead of their two rivals.However, Neville is not convinced Arne Slot’s side will go all the way.Instead he believes Arsenal will take the Premier League title for the first time in 21 years.Speaking to NBC Sports, the ex-Man Utd star explained: “I nominated Arsenal at the start of the season to win the league. I do think they are getting closer.Read More in Football”They will win the league this season, not because of what happened in the last week with Rodri.”I just feel that this could be one season too far for Manchester City.”But look, it’s Pep Guardiola. I think it really seems like he is up for the fight and he is actually taking Mikel Arteta on now in press conferences which is great to see for us.”City were hit with a huge setback last week when star midfielder Rodri suffered a season-ending ACL injury.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSPep Guardiola said: “He had surgery this morning, ACL and some meniscus.”Next season he will be here. This season is over [for him]. It is what it is.Gary Neville suggests drastic rule change to spice up Premier League that would allow teams to win an extra point “Unfortunately, we got the worst [news] but it is what it is at this level. Sometimes, unfortunately, it happens.”We are just there to support him and [help him make a] good recovery, step by step, and move forward.”What he gives us, we don’t have a similar player but the other players altogether can replace what Rodri has given since arriving here with us.”We will have to do it as a team and find a way to play a lot of matches without an important player for us.”We are stronger with him and stronger with [Nathan] Ake and [Oscar] Bobb and Kevin [De Bruyne], but that is what it is. We don’t want it but it is football.”As a club we have magnificent players and we will find a solution.”Man City and Arsenal are the only two teams yet to taste defeat in the Premier League this season.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More

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      Why Man United should sack Erik Ten Hag after tactical horror show let Spurs run riot at Old Trafford

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      MANCHESTER UNITED were thrashed 3-0 by Tottenham with Erik Ten Hag’s men run ragged for most of Sunday afternoon.The under-fire boss got the vote of confidence over the summer and signed a new contract – but after just six Premier League games into the new season, he is once again facing the sack.Erik ten Hag is in danger of losing his jobCredit: ReutersDiogo Dalot made an unforgivable errorCredit: RexSunSport’s Dean Scoggins breaks down where it all went wrong for UnitedSpurs carved the Red Devils open for the first time after just three minutes when Micky van de Ven’s stunning run set Brennan Johnson up for a tap-in.And it proved a sign of things to come as United’s tactics proved disastrous. Despite being down to ten men, there were huge red flags and there might be no way back for Ten Hag – or Diogo Dalot.Poor pressingMan Utd defend in a 4-4-2 shape but get the system horribly wrong.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTheir defensive lines are so far apart and Rodrigo Bentancur had a field day from kick off.The two that lead United’s press put no pressure on the ball and Tottenham could find a man in midfield to start attacks with ease.Bentancur had the freedom of Old Trafford and gave Spurs a numerical advantage in the centre of the park as Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte were occupied by Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison.Bruno Fernandes, while he was on the pitch, then started chasing the ball and left Pedro Porro unmarked. It was shambolic.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSurely, he should have dropped deeper to go 3 vs 3 in midfield?Either the tactics are wrong or the players are not carrying them out properly – either way it is bad for Ten Hag.Bentancur had acres of spaces in the midfieldUnited’s midfield was torn apartMan Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham Ugarte’s nightmare Spurs attack using the half spaces – between the centre and the wings.But United did not block these corridors effectively and new boy Ugarte – brought in to bring some stability – struggled against Maddison and looked unsure where he needed to be.They were also pressed relentlessly as Ange Postecoglou’s side had triggers for when to close down – if Dominic Solanke can get after the ball, the whole team squeezes with him.Spurs showed Man Utd how to pressThey forced Man Utd into giving the ball away – they had no patterns of play and did not know how to get outHorror mistakesVan de Ven’s run is exceptional – but he is allowed to go driving into that half-space corridor.Noussair Mazraoui is sold a dummy by Timo Werner’s run and Ugarte does not come across in time.Matthijs de Ligt fails to cut off the marauding run as Solanke cleverly drags Lisandro Martinez out of position to give Johnson space for the tap-in at the far post.But Dalot must hang his head in shame. As Van de Ven sets off, he is level with the eventual goalscorer on the half-way line on the opposite flank.Yet by the time the ball goes into the back of the net, Dalot is about ten yards behind Johnson.He switches off and gives up – it cannot be a lack of pace given the size of the gap – and is already apologising seemingly before it becomes 1-0.An unforgivable lack of discipline and effort, fans in the Stretford End could be forgiven for not wanting to see last season’s player of the year again.Dalot is only just behind Johnson as Spurs come forwardDalot ends up miles behind him and is already apologising as the ball goes inKulusevski’s geniusInsanely fit Kulusevski covers so much ground and against Man Utd was getting close to Solanke to support him.With Ugarte and Mainoo already occupied, the Swedish midfielder drifted inside and gave them another headache.His incredible stats show he created NINE chances during the game – four more than any United player has managed IN TOTAL at Old Trafford this season.It further underlined how United failed to get a grip in Sunday’s mauling.Kulusevski drifted inside and caused problemsDamming stats show Kulusevski ran riot and United are not creating chances at homeOnana keeps the score downFrom Ten Hag’s perspective, thankfully Werner played instead of Heung-min Son or it could have been 6 or 7.The ex-Chelsea man missed several huge chances – but Onana should get credit for the saves he made.READ MORE SUN STORIESWerner has lost confidence in his finishing and the keeper charged out quickly when he was through on goal before stopping to narrow the angle down and make the save.A solitary positive on a bleak day for the United flops and their manager, who appear to be completely out of sync and out of ideas. Andre Onana kept the score down with a couple of big savesCredit: GettyMan Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi emerges as shock contender to replace Erik Ten Hag with Man Utd chief two games from axe

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      INTER MILAN boss Simone Inzaghi has reportedly emerged as a “serious contender” to replace Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.The Dutchman will have two away games to save his job against Porto on Thursday and Aston Villa on Sunday.Simone Inzaghi is on Man Utd’s radar should Erik ten Hag be sackedThe pressure is mounting on the Man Utd boss after another poor start to the seasonThe Man Utd manager’s future has been called into question following a dismal display in a humiliating 3-0 home loss to Tottenham.Ten Hag said he was not concerned about losing his job, claiming the club are backing him, after he signed a contract extension over the summer.But there remains uncertainty around his position.Sir Jim Ratcliffe will reportedly consider Ten Hag’s Man Utd future during the October international break.READ MORE ON MAN UTDOld Trafford chiefs are interested in securing Inzaghi from Italian side Inter Milan, according to The Star.Inzaghi guided Inter to Serie A glory last season and he is widely considered to be one of the best coaches in world football.The 48-year-old has won nine trophies during his managerial career so far, with both Lazio and Inter.Inter reached the Champions League final under his tutelage in 2022-23 but lost 1-0 to treble winners Manchester City.Most read in FootballInzaghi (centre) celebrating with his team as they secured their 20th Scudetto with five matches remaining in April 2024FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Lazio forward has guided his side to fourth place this term, with three wins and two draws among their opening six fixtures.Inzaghi held Pep Guardiola to a 0-0 draw at the Etihad in early September.Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham He is also the current holder of the Enzo Bearzot Award, given to the best Italian manager each year.The Star report states that former England boss Gareth Southgate could also come in for Ten Hag should he be sacked.Meanwhile Ruud van Nistelrooy will also be considered after returning to Old Trafford as an assistant in the summer.Southgate remains without a job after quitting England following England’s 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.Meanwhile Man Utd have only won six of their last 18 Premier League games and have already lost three of their six matches this season.Ten Hag could therefore be axed before the Red Devils face Brentford on October 19.Man Utd face four away games in their next five fixturesWhy NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD says Erik ten Hag’s time at Man Utd is up… and explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace him.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Emery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo agreed to rejoin Man Utd in 2013 with Real Madrid star in £200m deal before cash row, club icon claims

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO and Gareth Bale both agreed to join Manchester United in 2013 – but the club wouldn’t cough up £200m.United legend Patrice Evra revealed that Sir Alex Ferguson believed Ronaldo’s return was nearly 100 per cent agreed, four years after the Portugal star left for Real Madrid in a then-record £80m deal.Cristiano Ronaldo agreed to rejoin Manchester United in 2013, according to Patrice EvraAs did then Tottenham prodigy Gareth BaleFormer United star Evra revealed the information during a recent podcast appearanceAnd the legendary Red Devils boss also worked on trying to land Bale from Tottenham at the same time.But then Ferguson – who had just won the Premier League title – was forced to confirm to his players that he would in fact be retiring.Former left-back Evra said on The Obi One podcast: “It was one of the most sad days. I didn’t cry, I was in shock. “The reason why, is two weeks before, he brought me into his office and said: “Look at those people, they think I am going to retire, I am going to be here another 10 years but we need to win more Champions Leagues.”read more football news”He said: ‘Patrice, Cristiano has agreed 99 per cent to come back and Gareth Bale.’ He needed £200m and the club refused. Now they have spent a billion, whatever.”I remembered when I got out of his office, I was like, ‘Cristiano is back, Gareth Bale, we are back in business’. Imagine. That’s what he said.”Since then, United have spent a record £1.19bn on transfers and £40m on managers while running up a debt of nearly £1bn. Still no title, though.As a result Bale, who was flying at Spurs, instead joined Madrid in the summer of 2013 for an updated world record fee of £86m.Most read in FootballRonaldo scored 450 goals in 438 games for MadridBale scored a spectacular bicycle kick in the 2018 Champions League final win over LiverpoolFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSDavid Moyes came in at Old Trafford and signed Marouane Fellaini instead.Ronaldo would go on to stay at Los Blancos until 2018, winning four more Champions League titles.Gary Neville’s sheepish reaction after Jamie Carragher says Cristiano Ronaldo has ‘pied two of us off’Wanting a new challenge, he joined Italian giants Juventus and picked up back-to-back Serie A titles in 2019 and 2020.He would eventually get his comeback move to Old Trafford in 2021, where he was named in the Premier League Team of the Year, scoring 16 goals in an otherwise underwhelming campaign for United.But Ronaldo left for Al-Nassr just over a year later after launching a verbal attack on the club in a tell-all explosive interview with Piers Morgan.Bale himself returned to Tottenham on a season-long loan in 2020 before returning to Madrid for a term.The Welsh star joined Los Angeles in 2022 and announced his retirement a year later.Ronaldo and Bale were both nominated for Europe’s Best Player award in 2016Ronaldo won his first Champions League with United under Fergie in 2008 More

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      New Man Utd signing arrives at Old Trafford for first time since transfer… only to see horror show against Tottenham

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      WONDERKID Chido Obi Martin watched from the stands as Manchester United were thrashed 3-0 by Tottenham.The Red Devils put in a woeful performance on Sunday in the comfortable win for Spurs.Chido Obi Martin was spotted outside Old Trafford on SundayCredit: XObi Martin scored ten goals in one match last termCredit: GettyThe damaging defeat would have done little to reassure the club’s latest signing that he has made the right move, with new boy Obi Martin at Old Trafford for the first time to watch the game.Footage has emerged of teen sensation outside the stadium on Sunday.It comes just days after the Premier League ratified his switch from Arsenal to Man Utd.The 16-year-old has already agreed personal terms with the club and now has the green light to put pen to paper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLObi Martin is currently a free agent after his contract at Arsenal expired.He has been tipped as a future star and he went viral last season after scoring TEN goals against Liverpool in a 14-3 win for the Gunners’ Under-16s team.Overall, the Danish-born striker scored 32 goals in 24 appearances in the youth-team last term.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThat tally includes a seven-goal haul against Norwich, five goals versus West Ham, four strikes in back-to-back games over Crystal Palace and Fulham as well as two more hat-tricks.Most read in FootballObi Martin’s goalscoring saw him train with the Arsenal first-team last season.Despite representing Denmark on the international stage, there has been rumours that the FA are hoping to convince him to represent England in the future.’He’s done!’ | How woeful tactics & Dalot shocker saw Spurs smash Man Utd to spell end for Ten HagMan Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Brutal Bournemouth announcer cheered as he informs Southampton fans their last train home is cancelled after hammering

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      BOURNEMOUTH’S announcer was cheered after informing Southampton fans their last train home was cancelled.The Saints suffered a South Coast hammering against their rivals on Monday night.Bournemouth fans cheered as Southampton supporters were informed their last train home was cancelledCredit: ReutersBournemouth dominated the first half to race into a 3-0 lead.And despite conceding in the second half, the Cherries remained strong to see out a 3-1 win.Home fans delighted in their exciting football as Southampton’s meticulous passing style failed to impress.And the results mean Bournemouth have moved above Man Utd in the table to 11th.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Saints remain in 19th as they search for their first win of the season.However, a bad night for Russell Martin’s travelling fans got even worse.With just minutes of the game left, the Vitality Stadium’s announcer gave them some unpleasant news.Cheers rang out from home fans as Saints supporters were informed that the last train back to their city, which was due to leave at 11.10, had been cancelled.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe distance between Bournemouth and Southampton is roughly 32 miles.And fans were left with the prospect of either getting a pricey Uber back home, or staying put until the morning with the next train at 5am.Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese modelViewers at home certainly found the announcement amusing.One said: “You can hear the joy in his voice as he says the train is cancelled.”Another declared: “Disgusting, they should provide replacement buses.”One noted: “Amazing s***housery, I’m all for it.”Another added: “The game isn’t gone just yet.” More