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      Aston Villa stars and Wags go wild as Emi Martinez soaks team in champagne after Haaland goal secures Champions League

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      ERLING HAALAND sparked raucous joy amongst Aston Villa players and Wags as he booked them an historic Champions League spot.The striker’s double sunk Tottenham to put Manchester City on the brink of a fourth straight Prem title and ensure fourth place for the Villans.Lucas Digne was particularly ecstatic amid Villa’s joyCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialKeeper Emi Martinez got the champagne outCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialBoss Unai Emery shared the joy at the awards nightCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialVilla players like Pau Torres went crazyCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialHere’s the moment that left Villa stars roaring as Man City forward Erling Haaland finishes off Spurs from the penalty spotCredit: ReutersVilla keeper Emi Martinez led the wild scenes at the club’s end of season awards, soaking his fellow stars in champagne after they leapt from their seats to scream in celebration.But it was defender Lucas Digne who appeared the most ecstatic – dancing and yelling in font of the camera.Boss Unai Emery raised his arms in delight – knowing for sure now his squad will finish below only City, Arsenal and Liverpool.There was even royal rejoicing – via an official message from the Prince and Princess of Wales’ social media account.READ MORE TOP STORIESVilla-mad Prince William was behind it as the club’s post confirming qualification for the Champions League earned a regal re-tweeting.William and wife Kate wrote: “We are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W”The players were watching City’s clash at Spurs on a large screen – in electric scenes shared by Villa on social media.The room hushed as Haaland lined up a stoppage-time penalty at 1-0 up.Most read in Champions LeagueWe are Champions League! A historic season and an amazing achievement. Thanks to Unai, the whole squad and everyone at @AVFCOfficial. Can’t wait for next season. #UTV! W https://t.co/u2px5yLqkR— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 14, 2024

      Haaland was the big-screen hero for VillaHaaland’s match-winning double at Spurs delighted Villa playersCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd when the Norwegian thumped his spot-kick into the top corner to guarantee’s City’s victory, he became a Villa thriller – as the large indoor gathering 100 miles away exploded into ecstasy.Amid the back-slapping and whoops of excitement, fans noted the first reaction of many guests was to take pictures of others celebrating!Watch Gary Neville’s brilliant reaction to Aston Villa equaliser against Liverpool on live TV as fans beg ‘meme that'”Some party in here tonight!” posted one viewer.”Wild celebrations of people filming each other,” wrote another.A third observed: “Absolute scenes as everyone films everyone else. “Others put the achievement of reaching Europe’s top club tournament into spectacular context.Villa have never before qualified for the Champions League – and were last in its predecessor, the European Cup, as long ago as 1982-83, the season after they won that competition.The club only returned to the Premier League in 2018, via the play-offs, following two terms out.One fan said: “From Championship to Europe’s elite within 5 years. It’s been quite a journey.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was also not lost on many fans that Emery and Martinez are ex-Gunners.So this message in particular might be painful to Arsenal fans: “Unai Emery and Emi Martinez stopped Arsenal winning a title by taking 6 points off them? Sounds like karma to me.”Emery was at the centre of emotional scenesCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficialMartinez found it tough to take inCredit: https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial”They were playing for the consequences of the result” 🗣Pep Guardiola on Ortega and his side’s response in the second-half 🙌 pic.twitter.com/hlSsJfgKUx— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 14, 2024 More

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      ‘They’ve missed us’ – Kyle Walker ‘muds’ Arsenal fans as Man City star makes brutal ‘fireworks’ dig on live TV

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      KYLE WALKER sparked a brilliant reaction with his firecracker of a dig at Arsenal fans. The Manchester City captain, 33, led his side to a crucial 2-0 win at Tottenham to put one hand on the Premier League title.Kyle Walker confirmed Arsenal fans’ attempts to disrupt Manchester City’s sleep failedCredit: Sky SportsFans set off fireworks outside what they thought was the City team hotel on Monday nightCredit: XErling Haaland scored twice at White Hart Lane to put Pep Guardiola’s side top of the table going into the final day of the season on Sunday.That was despite Gunners supporters’ best attempts to hinder City’s preparations ahead of the game. Videos of Arsenal fans setting off fireworks in the early hours of Tuesday morning went viral – with the rascals believing they were outside the hotel of the City players.And Walker could not resist his cheeky response by confirming City were not even inside.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSHe did admit he struggled to sleep – but not because of the firework antics in London. Speaking to Sky Sports, the right-back said with a sparkle in his eye: “If I didn’t enjoy the pressure, I’d be in the wrong job and definitely the wrong team.”These are the games you want to play in as a footballer. “Last night I couldn’t sleep, I’m struggling to sleep. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”And then you’re getting to the hotel today, I’ve heard they have tried to set fireworks off the night before but we weren’t there, they’ve missed us!”I’m scrambling to get half an hour in the afternoon just to get my head down.”Arsenal fans set off fireworks outside ‘Man City hotel’ at 2am before Tottenham game – but team were still in MANCHESTERThat prompted plenty of laughs from the Sky panel including Micah Richards. And Arsenal’s rivals could not get enough of the comments, either. One said: “Kyle Walker has got the minerals. He just mudded Arsenal on live TV. What a legend.”Another wrote: “Bottled the league and they are here bottling fireworks too Arsenal.”A third quipped: “And then the fireworks were extinguished using their own tears.”And a final user simply replied: “He cooked them.”Walker’s celebrations were clear to see as City secured the victory which means victory at home to West Ham on Sunday will see the club lift a fourth Premier League title in a row. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut in the aftermath following the full-time whistle, TV cameras picked up Walker trying to take his shirt off.However, the England international hilariously could not get it off easily as he wriggled around before eventually removing it and asking a steward to hand it over to a young female fan in a classy gesture.Walker struggled to take his shirt off after the win at SpursCredit: XHe was grateful for Erling Haaland’s doubleCredit: AP More

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      Kyle Walker awkwardly gets stuck in his shirt after Man City win but ‘rebounds’ with incredible gesture

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      KYLE WALKER’S toughest test of his return to Tottenham was his hilarious attempt to take off his shirt.But the Manchester City captain recovered brilliantly with a classy gesture. Kyle Walker struggled to get his Manchester City shirt off after the Tottenham winCredit: XWalker, 33, had the freedom of North London at times up against makeshift left-back Micky van de Ven during his side’s 2-0 win away at Tottenham.But he could not wrestle free from his own match-worn shirt amid the celebrations following the full-time whistle. The TV cameras picked up Walker trying to take his sweaty top off following his 100-minute performance.And that proved to be the most difficult test of his night as he wriggled and struggled his way out of the third kit as it got stuck around his shoulders.READ MORE MAN CITY NEWSThe right-back eventually managed to get out of it, pulling it over his head. But as plenty of Twitter users piled in to give him stick for his awkward blunder, he swiftly made amends by picking out a young girl fan for the steward to hand the special memorabilia to. One said: “Kyle Walker struggling out of his shirt like he’s trying to escape a sausage casing. Rebounds with a lovely gesture for a young fan.”Another wrote: “Why did Walker just have a fight with his shirt?”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third added: “Why was Walker having such a tough time taking his shirt off lmao waddling like a duck?”A fourth typed: “Walker tryna get his shirt off lmaooo.”Furious Tottenham star Rodrigo Bentancur almost falls over kicking chair after being subbed following Man City goalAnd a final user replied: “Good gesture by captain Walker, giving that young @ManCity fan his shirt. Quite awesome to see.”Walker saw his team-mate Erling Haaland grab his 26th and 27th Premier League goals of the season to secure a vital three points on a strange night at White Hart Lane.Plenty of Spurs fans were desperate for their own team to lose, knowing the implications that would have on where the trophy ends up on Sunday as City now head into the final day two points ahead of Arsenal. Haaland tapped in on 51 minutes from a cute Kevin De Bruyne pass.But Gunners supporters must have thought their arch-rivals were about to help them out when Son Heung-min raced clear of Walker.However, one on one with sub goalkeeper Stefan Ortega, the Spurs captain could not find the net and was denied by the German.Five minutes later, Haaland smashed a penalty into the top corner to seal all three points.And City know a home win against West Ham on Sunday afternoon guarantees them a fourth title in a row.But Walker warned the job was not done yet.Speaking in a City training top, he told Sky Sports: “We prepare, we recover and West Ham is another final and hopefully we can go and make history for this great club.”It’s one step closer but it is not job done by a million miles.”We’ve still got a game to go and a game to win and I’ll make sure the lads are full of focus come that game and hopefully we can get the win.”At least we bring it down to the last game in front of our fans, which is important. READ MORE SUN STORIES”If I didn’t enjoy the pressure, I would be in the wrong job and the wrong team.”Last night, I couldn’t sleep. They tried to set fireworks off but we weren’t there, they missed us. I can’t describe the feeling when we went 2-0 up.”Walker was grateful for Erling Haaland’s doubleCredit: AP More

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      Raphael Varane cost Man Utd £500,000 per appearance as disastrous effects of transfer laid bare

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S dodgy transfer record has been exposed again – by Raphael Varane costing them £500,000 per game.The injury-hit £41million centre-back has confirmed he is leaving this summer after the Red Devils declined to extend his contract.Raphael Varane is another costly buy that Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag might reflect has been poor value for moneyCredit: PAVarane has been hit by injuries and illness for the Red DevilsCredit: The TimesSince joining from Real Madrid in August 2021, Varane has played 93 matches for United but missed 41.That”s highly-questionable value, not least as the Frenchman is a top earner at Old Trafford on around £350k a week.It’s also a clear example of why the Red Devils’ minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants a new vision for transfers – starting at the end of the season.Ratcliffe will demand better value for money as well as long-term planning.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSIncoming sporting director Dan Ashworth will be a major part of that shake-up – amid suggestions boss Erik ten Hag’s future is still uncertainFulham’s Tosin Adarabioyo has emerged as a surprise candidate to replace Varane.The uncapped 6ft 5ins Englishman, 26, was helped through the youth ranks at Manchester City by United’s new technical director Jason Wilcox.TalkSPORT believe the Red Devils are keen to fend off Newcastle’s interest in Adarabioyo.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeanwhile, Varane insists Old Trafford will always remain special to him.He said in a video: “To you guys, supporters of Manchester United, it’s been an amazing few years to play for this special club and wearing that shirt.Manchester United’s fall from glory since Sir Alex Ferguson “The first time I went to Old Trafford as a Man Utd player it was insane, the atmosphere was amazing.”I fell in love with the club, with the fans. You have to play for Man Utd to understand what that represents.”For my kids, it’s home here. It’s going to be a special place for me for life.”SunSport’s verdict on Man Utd flopsSir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos have a busy summer ahead to get Man Utd’s squad in order for next season. Below SunSport gives it verdict on how they should deal with the Red Devils flops this summer.
      Andre Onana – STAY: After a dodgy start at Old Trafford Onana has proven to be one of the more reliable members of the squad this season despite being peppered with shots constantly.
      Altay Bayindir – GO: Reports in February suggested Bayindir was unhappy with his bit part role at Man Utd amid interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray. If profit can be made on a sale then it should be done.
      Tom Heaton – STAY: Veteran goalkeeper Heaton, 38, is a reliable back-up and is on a relatively small wage at the club. So long as he is happy it makes sense to keep him.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka – GO: Wan-Bissaka, 26, has never managed to make the right-back position his own. With his contract up in 2025 it makes sense to cash in now.
      Diogo Dalot – STAY: Dalot, 26, has been one of Man Utd’s most consistent performers this season.
      Raphael Varane – GO: If it wasn’t for his injury record there would be a strong shout to keep Varane, but costs need to be cut to allow the squad to be freshened up.
      Harry Maguire – GO: Maguire has showed he has the right character to be at Man Utd but overall ability and desired profile are another matter, with Maguire too slow to play in a high line defence.
      Lisandro Martinez – STAY: Martinez, 26, is second to none in terms of build up play. He needs a long-term defensive partner on the right side and to cut out the injuries which have plagued him this season.
      Jonny Evans – GO: Veteran campaigner Evans could easily be on the stay list if he was only going to be a bit part player. But he has shown his advanced years at times this season.
      Victor Lindelof – GO:  Lindelof, 29, has been reliable if not unremarkable in his Man Utd career. He has one year left on his contract so should be moved on if a decent transfer fee can be got for him.
      Willy Kambwala – STAY: He should be given the opportunity to mature for a few years behind a senior CB pairing before stepping into the first team as a starter or being moved on.
      Luke Shaw – GO: One of the Premier League’s best left-backs when fit, Shaw has been a good servant when available. But alas that has been his Achilles heel once again this season.
      Tyrell Malacia – STAY: Malacia, 24, was decent enough to earn some merit in his first season at Man Utd before injury ended his season and inadvertently led to his second season being a write off.
      Sofyan Amrabat – GO: Amrabat, 27, looked like a world beater at the Qatar World Cup with Morocco. But he’s had an underwhelming season in England and his loan spell will almost certainly not be made permanent.
      Casemiro – GO: An alarming physical decline has seen him turn from key star to burden. If a club is willing to buy the 32-year-old – who has two more years on his contract – then United should snatch their hand off.
      Christian Eriksen – GO: Eriksen proved a useful asset and Ineos should look to bring in another player with similar traits, but frankly his legs have looked gone towards the end of this season.
      Kobbie Mainoo – STAY: The first of the so-called untouchables, Mainoo has been a rare glimmer of hope in the Red Devils midfield this season.
      Mason Mount – STAY: Mount can be given the benefit of the doubt until summer 2025 at least after a debut season riddled with injury.
      Scott McTominay – STAY: McTominay, 27, has proven himself to be a brilliant plan B off the bench this season, and that is exactly why Ineos should look to keep him.
      Bruno Fernandes – STAY: Man Utd’s best player since his arrival just over four years ago, Fernandes, 29, remains second-to-none when it comes to creating chances while his tenacity boosts those around him.
      Antony – GO: There’s a case to argue that Antony may be the worst pound-for-pound signing in Premier League history. Despite some memorable moments he simply isn’t Man Utd quality.
      Anthony Martial – GO: Ultimately Martial needs to be let go when his deal runs out this summer after an appalling injury record of late.
      Marcus Rashford – STAY: As easy as it would be to say Rashford should leave the club this summer, it is difficult to look at the market and find many available players capable of scoring 30 goals a season.
      Alejandro Garnacho – STAY: Another third of the untouchables trio, Garnacho has made the right-wing his own since coming into it. He’s a raw talent but has shown he has the quality to improve.
      Rasmus Hojlund – STAY: A slow burner in his first Man Utd season, the 21-year-old has often been starved of supply which has led to him being unable to get the goals his movement and unselfish play often merits.
      Amad Diallo – STAY: In the fleeting moments he has been on the pitch for Man Utd this season, Diallo has looked dangerous and exciting. He should be given a chance to flourish with some proper chances in the first team across a whole season. More

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      Man Utd fans say ‘start him over Hojlund’ as U18 star brutally trolls Cole Palmer after goal at Chelsea

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans reckon Ethan Wheatley should “start over Rasmus Hojlund” after scoring against Chelsea in the Under-18 Premier League National final.Wheatley took a leaf out of Cole Palmer’s books as he celebrated his ice-cold finish with the Blues star’s trademark arm gesture on Tuesday.Ethan Wheatley celebrated like Cole Palmer in Man Utd’s youth final win over ChelseaCredit: GettyThe United ace took a leaf out of Palmer’s book with his trademark gestureCredit: GettyThe 18-year-old striker opened the scoring in United’s 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge with a clever finish in the first half.Wheatley, who has come off the bench for Erik ten Hag in several recent senior games, celebrated with the “cold” gesture – just like England hopeful Palmer.Chelsea battled back at the start of the second, with new senior debutant Josh Acheampong getting on the score sheet.But United regained the lead in the 55th minute through Ethan Williams.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAnd the Young Devils held on to secure victory, handing them the trophy.Big things are expected of Wheatley, who has come off the bench against Arsenal, Crystal Palace and Sheffield United.He may be given the night off for Wednesday’s game with Newcastle.But with United travelling to Brighton on Sunday for the final game of the season, some fans reckon Wheatley should be handed a deserved start.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThat’s with current No1 striker Hojlund netting just once in his last ten outings.The Dane looks low on confidence after hitting just 14 goals in all competitions.Three key things Ten Hag is getting wrong at Man UnitedSome fans reckon Wheatley should start ahead of Rasmus HojlundCredit: EPAAnd some reckon the time is right for Wheatley to get the nod up top.One said: “Start him ahead of Hojlund.”Another declared: “Ten Hag really needs to bring in this guy.”One noted: “Palmer cele in their home ground is crazy.”Another added: “This guy is a baller.” More

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      Third Man Utd star to leave with Varane and Martial with T-shirt already prepared in his honour ahead of transfer

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      AARON WAN-BISSAKA will join Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial in saying farewell to Old Trafford on Wednesday night.SunSport understands a T-shirt has even been printed in his honour with an image of him lifting the Carabao Cup.Aaron Wan-Bissaka is set to leave Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThere could be plenty more Old Trafford exits comingCredit: GettyWan-Bissaka, 26, has a year left on his deal but Manchester United are willing to listen to cut-price offers. The full-back joined in June 2019 on a five-year contract from Crystal Palace with the option of a further year that was triggered last season.But the £45million buy has been another big disappointment for the recruitment department.The former England Under-21 international has been linked with a move back to Palace.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSBut United will probably have to take a hit on the player and drop their asking price to around £20m.The contracts of both defender Varane, 31, and striker Martial, 28, are up this summer — and there has been no move by the club to try to extend or renew them to keep hold of the French duo.Former France international Varane took to social media to post a heartfelt message to United fans.In a video, he says: “To you guys, supporters of Manchester United, it’s been an amazing few years to play for this special club and wearing that shirt.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”The first time I went to Old Trafford as a Man Utd player it was insane, the atmosphere was amazing.”I fell in love with the club, with the fans. You have to play for Man Utd to understand what that represents.Ten Hag’s six worst defeats as Man Utd manager”For my kids, it’s home here. It’s going to be a special place for me for life.”Reacting to the video, Manchester United’s official account on X wrote: “The pleasure has been all ours ❤️”SunSport’s verdict on Man Utd flopsSir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos have a busy summer ahead to get Man Utd’s squad in order for next season. Below SunSport gives it verdict on how they should deal with the Red Devils flops this summer.
      Andre Onana – STAY: After a dodgy start at Old Trafford Onana has proven to be one of the more reliable members of the squad this season despite being peppered with shots constantly.
      Altay Bayindir – GO: Reports in February suggested Bayindir was unhappy with his bit part role at Man Utd amid interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray. If profit can be made on a sale then it should be done.
      Tom Heaton – STAY: Veteran goalkeeper Heaton, 38, is a reliable back-up and is on a relatively small wage at the club. So long as he is happy it makes sense to keep him.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka – GO: Wan-Bissaka, 26, has never managed to make the right-back position his own. With his contract up in 2025 it makes sense to cash in now.
      Diogo Dalot – STAY: Dalot, 26, has been one of Man Utd’s most consistent performers this season.
      Raphael Varane – GO: If it wasn’t for his injury record there would be a strong shout to keep Varane, but costs need to be cut to allow the squad to be freshened up.
      Harry Maguire – GO: Maguire has showed he has the right character to be at Man Utd but overall ability and desired profile are another matter, with Maguire too slow to play in a high line defence.
      Lisandro Martinez – STAY: Martinez, 26, is second to none in terms of build up play. He needs a long-term defensive partner on the right side and to cut out the injuries which have plagued him this season.
      Jonny Evans – GO: Veteran campaigner Evans could easily be on the stay list if he was only going to be a bit part player. But he has shown his advanced years at times this season.
      Victor Lindelof – GO:  Lindelof, 29, has been reliable if not unremarkable in his Man Utd career. He has one year left on his contract so should be moved on if a decent transfer fee can be got for him.
      Willy Kambwala – STAY: He should be given the opportunity to mature for a few years behind a senior CB pairing before stepping into the first team as a starter or being moved on.
      Luke Shaw – GO: One of the Premier League’s best left-backs when fit, Shaw has been a good servant when available. But alas that has been his Achilles heel once again this season.
      Tyrell Malacia – STAY: Malacia, 24, was decent enough to earn some merit in his first season at Man Utd before injury ended his season and inadvertently led to his second season being a write off.
      Sofyan Amrabat – GO: Amrabat, 27, looked like a world beater at the Qatar World Cup with Morocco. But he’s had an underwhelming season in England and his loan spell will almost certainly not be made permanent.
      Casemiro – GO: An alarming physical decline has seen him turn from key star to burden. If a club is willing to buy the 32-year-old – who has two more years on his contract – then United should snatch their hand off.
      Christian Eriksen – GO: Eriksen proved a useful asset and Ineos should look to bring in another player with similar traits, but frankly his legs have looked gone towards the end of this season.
      Kobbie Mainoo – STAY: The first of the so-called untouchables, Mainoo has been a rare glimmer of hope in the Red Devils midfield this season.
      Mason Mount – STAY: Mount can be given the benefit of the doubt until summer 2025 at least after a debut season riddled with injury.
      Scott McTominay – STAY: McTominay, 27, has proven himself to be a brilliant plan B off the bench this season, and that is exactly why Ineos should look to keep him.
      Bruno Fernandes – STAY: Man Utd’s best player since his arrival just over four years ago, Fernandes, 29, remains second-to-none when it comes to creating chances while his tenacity boosts those around him.
      Antony – GO: There’s a case to argue that Antony may be the worst pound-for-pound signing in Premier League history. Despite some memorable moments he simply isn’t Man Utd quality.
      Anthony Martial – GO: Ultimately Martial needs to be let go when his deal runs out this summer after an appalling injury record of late.
      Marcus Rashford – STAY: As easy as it would be to say Rashford should leave the club this summer, it is difficult to look at the market and find many available players capable of scoring 30 goals a season.
      Alejandro Garnacho – STAY: Another third of the untouchables trio, Garnacho has made the right-wing his own since coming into it. He’s a raw talent but has shown he has the quality to improve.
      Rasmus Hojlund – STAY: A slow burner in his first Man Utd season, the 21-year-old has often been starved of supply which has led to him being unable to get the goals his movement and unselfish play often merits.
      Amad Diallo – STAY: In the fleeting moments he has been on the pitch for Man Utd this season, Diallo has looked dangerous and exciting. He should be given a chance to flourish with some proper chances in the first team across a whole season. More

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      Pep Guardiola caught in ‘Joachim Low-like’ act as Man City boss ‘gets a bit too excited’ at Tottenham

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      PEP GUARDIOLA stunned fans with his behaviour during Manchester City’s win at Tottenham.The treble winners had endured a tense first half in North London before Erling Haaland broke the deadlock.Pep Guardiola got a ‘bit too excited’ during Manchester City’s win at TottenhamCredit: Sky SportsErling Haaland scored twice to seal all three points and send City to the top of the tableCredit: AlamyHaaland eased his side’s nerves six minutes into the second half by tapping home from close range.He added a second from the penalty spot in stoppage time as City moved to the top of the Premier League.However, just seconds into the second half, Guardiola shocked fans whilst sat in the dugout.The City boss could be seen with his hand rubbing his groin after the TV cameras panned to his technical area.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFootage of his behaviour soon went viral on social media as fans reacted to the incident.Some even compared his behaviour to that of former Germany manager Joachim Low.One supporter wrote: “I’m in tears.”Another added: “Got a little too excited.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third fan also commented: “Joachim Low behaviour.”Meanwhile, one more agreed as they said: “Joachim Low.”Furious Tottenham star Rodrigo Bentancur almost falls over kicking chair after being subbed following Man City goalLow became notorious for his ‘scratch and sniff’ touchline antics at Major tournaments.He was even spotted appearing to pick his nose against England at the Euros in 2021.City’s victory on Tuesday sees the reigning champions enter the final day two points clear at the top of the Premier League.Fans compared Guardiola’s behaviour to Joachim Low’s touchline anticsGuardiola’s side will seal a record-breaking fourth consecutive league title by beating West Ham on Sunday.Meanwhile, title rivals Arsenal will host Everton at the Emirates Stadium on the final day. More

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      Tottenham 0-2 Man City LIVE RESULT: Haaland’s double sees Pep’s side close in on fourth straight Prem title – updates

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      MANCHESTER CITY have got one hand on the Premier League title after beating Tottenham 2-0 tonight.Erling Haaland’s double not only means that Pep’s side are now in the driving seat ahead of Arsenal going into the final game of the season.But it also shattered Spurs’ top four hopes leaving Aston Villa with the final Champions League spot
      RESULT: Tottenham 0-2 Man City
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      Tottenham XI: Vicario, Porro, Romero, Dragusin, Van de Ven, Hojbjerg, Bentancur, Sarr, Maddison, Johnson, Son
      Man City XI: Ederson, Walker, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, Rodri, Kovacic, De Bruyne, Silva, Foden, Haaland
      Premier League permutations: All the details on title race, European spots and relegation battle
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      While Man City got the result they needed, their manager went through the full range of emotions during the match.
      Highs, lows and dealing with angry players…..he had it all to deal with.
      None of that will matter now as his team are sitting pretty at the top of the Premier League table with their fate in their own hands.
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      Copy linkCopiedErling another golden boot
      Erling Haaland looks set to make it back-to-back golden boots in the Premier League this season.
      Now six goals ahead of nearest opposition, it would take something miraculous to wrestle this award from him.
      Aside from that, his two goals this evening have put Man City within grasp of another Premier League title.

      Copy linkCopiedFoden stars for Pep once again
      Phil Foden has made himself such an integral part of this Man City side now that they cannot afford to be without him.
      His silky skills, dribbling and movement elevate Guardiola’s side.
      Despite Tottenham giving him no time on the ball in the first half, you cannot keep a good man down and he played a huge part in the opening goal.

      Copy linkCopiedFT: Tottenham 0-2 Man City
      This was seen as the final hurdle if Pep Guardiola’s side wanted to win their fourth consecutive Premier League title.
      It took them some time to break the deadlock but once Erling Haaland got his goal, the away end erupted.
      For Tottenham, their hopes of a top four spot are officially over and Aston Villa are in next season’s Champions League tournament.

      Copy linkCopiedGerman keeps City’s title ambitions alive
      Stefan Ortega came off the bench tonight to replace Ederson after he potentially may have suffered a concussion in a coming together with Cristian Romero.
      The substitute was immediately called into action as he had to deny Kulusevski from a tight angle.
      His work was not finished there as Son ran clear with only the keeper to beat but Ortega made himself big and a pivotal save in the process.
      Nobody can deny he deserved his man of the match award.
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      Copy linkCopiedFT: Tottenham 0-2 Man City
      It is all over in North London.
      Man City are one win away from another Premier League title.
      Arsenal fans will be drowning their sorrows as we speak.
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      90+10. How about that for a substitute appearance.
      Reserve goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has been given the man of the match award.
      Now that is not something you see too often.
      Ederson will be even more livid now, planning to have that smiley face tattoo removed by laser as we speak.
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      90+8. Doku is causing Tottenham problems down the left.
      He manages to beat Skipp and looks to cross from the byline.
      Fortunately the hosts have plenty of players back and are able to cut out the ball before any City player can capitalise.
      Guardiola’s side come straight back down the pitch and Doku cuts onto his left foot and fires a shot off but Vicario blocks at the expense of another corner.
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      90+6. The fans start singing ‘are you watching Arsenal?’
      It is likely they have turned over in disbelief and anger by now.
      Cursing why their fierce rivals refused to do them a favour.
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      90+4. Tottenham force a corner to create some late pressure.
      Lo Celso’s corner is flicked on at the near post but there was a foul by one of the Spurs’ defenders.
      Alvarez is coming on to replace Haaland which seems to be Guardiola’s go to substitution when the Norwegian is on a hat-trick.
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      Wow. Son had Arsenal’s title hopes in his hand there as he raced through.
      But the South Korean could not beat Ortega.
      Guardiola fell to the ground in his dugout amid the drama.
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      90+2. Haaland sends Vicario the wrong way as he buries his penalty.
      The Man City fans celebrate wildly, knowing how important that goal could be for them to retain the title.
      Pep Guardiola fist pumps the air as he sees the net bulge.
      There are going to be ten additional minutes added.
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      88. We can expect a lot of added time to come soon.
      What a chance that was for Son Heung-min a moment ago.
      Ortega certainly saved Akanji with that block.
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      Ederson furiously kicked a water-bottle cool box as he reluctantly took his seat on the subs’ bench, prompting mocking ‘oohs’ from the crowd.
      The Brazilian was still seething as he sat down, ripping off his bandaging around his gloves in anger.
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      86. Man City seem content to just pass the ball around.
      They give it away in a dangerous area and Son runs clear through on goal with only the keeper to beat.
      Ortega makes a block to deny the Spurs player a massive goal in this title race.
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      84. Man City could do with that moment of magic from someone right now to give them a cushion in this game.
      Haaland finds Silva out wide but he cannot progress and ends up running back towards his own goal.
      They certainly miss the creativity of Kevin De Bruyne this Man City team.
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      82. There is a really drab atmosphere in the game right now.
      It is deafly quiet in North London.
      Would be a cracking place to grab your favourite book and have a good read right now.
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      80. Maddison is fouled and wins a free kick, although he does not seem happy with that and tries to win an Oscar as he rolls around on the ground.
      There was no way that challenge warranted such a reaction.
      You see it so often from the modern player, about as tough as a poorly set jelly.
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      78. Porro is played the ball out wide and has acres of space.
      Doku uses his pace to get over there and close him down, blocking the cross at the expense of a corner.
      It is played short to Kulusevski, shifting it onto his left foot and getting a shot off at goal.
      He gets right underneath it and it is never going to trouble the Man City goal.
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      76. A lot of the Man City attackers are playing right on the shoulder of the last man in this high Tottenham defensive line.
      However, they are missing the inch-perfect passing of Kevin De Bruyne to exploit that right now.
      The visitors are getting numbers behind the ball whenever Spurs have possession.
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      74. Ederson certainly does not look anything like his smiley face tattoo on his neck right now.
      As we head into the final quarter of the game, you feel Man City need another goal to take this game beyond Tottenham.
      While they have such a slender lead, Postecoglou’s side are very much still in this game.
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      72. At the other end Kulusevski almost barges his way through the Man City defence as Akanji kicks the ball straight at him.
      He manages to get a shot away but Ortega makes a great block to deny the Spurs player.
      Man City go down the other end and Doku whips a cross/shot into the box which Vicario tips behind for a corner.
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      70. Bernardo Silva plays a short pass into Foden who looks to drop the shoulder and take it past his man.
      He almost gets lucky with a deflection as he tries to scramble through on goal.
      Tottenham manage to clear their lines and keep the visitors out.
      Ederson has really thrown his toys out of the pram on the bench at being substituted.
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