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      Moment fuming Bayern Munich star has hat stolen in Paris chaos and gives yob death stare after PSG’s win over Arsenal

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      A BAYERN MUNICH star had his hat stolen amid chaotic celebrations in Paris after PSG’s win over Arsenal.There was a fervent atmosphere in the French capital pre and post-match, with Luis Enrique’s side beating the Gunners 2-1 (3-1 on aggregate).Sacha Boey got stuck in a crowd of fans as he left PSG vs ArsenalCredit: XThe defender’s hat was whipped off his headCredit: XBoey looked dumbfounded after the stealCredit: XThe Bayern star gave the thief a death stareCredit: XFlares were set off by supporters ahead of kick-off and riot police were called out to deal with trouble.After the game there were further scenes of disorder as thugs and vandals descended onto the streets.Crowds of PSG fans celebrated wildly and one yob managed to steal a Bayern player’s hat.Full-back Sacha Boey was travelling in his car leaving the ground after watching the second leg action.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe got stuck in the crowd and was quickly surrounded by fans, many of whom filmed Boey.One individual then reached into Boey’s convertible and whisked his cap off his head.The Frenchman gave a death stare at the culprit but could do nothing, leaving him fuming.However he later saw the funny side as he took a selfie without his hat.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe shared the snap on social media alongside the caption: “Come return my hat guys 😂😂😂😂😂😂❤️”French riot police ‘tear gas entire streets’ as fans ‘throw fireworks’ in chaotic scenes before PSG vs Arsenal More

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      Arsenal set to splash £150m in summer transfer overhaul with Isak and Ekitike targeted and SEVEN stars facing exit

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      ARSENAL are set for a huge squad overhaul this summer with a £150MILLION splurge – as SEVEN stars are set to be shown the exit.The Gunners have endured yet another trophyless season after their Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain and the club recognise the need for several world class players.Arsenal’s Champions League exit to PSG leaves them with nothing to show for their seasonCredit: ShutterstockArsenal need a new No9 and Alexander Isak is a top targetCredit: GettyHugo Ekitike is also expected to land a big-money move this summerCredit: GettyThe club are now preparing for a ruthlessly busy transfer window that could change their fortunes for next season.Arsenal are comfortable spending big on major talent, forking out just over £200m in the summer of 2023 for Declan Rice [£105m], Kai Havertz [£65m] and Jurrien Timber [£35m] – but what about this summer?Transfer targets New sporting director Andrea Berta’s main focus is on finding an elite No9 to take the North Londoners to the next level.Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, 25, is top of Arteta’s wishlist, unsurprising given their faltering firepower is one of the team’s biggest weaknesses.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe Swede has 23 league goals this season and will not be let go easily, as the Carabao Cup winners hold out for £150million.SunSport revealed that Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike, 22, is being targeted as a cheaper, £60m, alternative.Other targets include long-desired RB Leipzig’s Sesko, 21, and Sporting’s Gyokeres, 26, with over 50 goals between them.Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams is another attacking target but as with the previous names, could prove financially difficult due to his large wages.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNico Williams is another Arsenal attacking targetCredit: RexArsenal have already struck a deal to sign Martin ZubimendiCredit: GettyFinal midfield strengthening will depend on how talks develop with Thomas Partey but there is already an agreement to splash out £51m on Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, 26, with that deal expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks. Finally, well-admired Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen is being explored as an option with Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens and Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia linked to the club as well. ‘Upset’ Mikel Arteta claims there ‘hasn’t been a better team’ than Arsenal in the Champions League in blunt interviewOutgoingsIn order to make space for the Gunners’ hopeful incomings, some fringe players may face the chop. Oleksandr Zinchenko, Kieran Tierney and Gabriel Jesus are among those potentially being shown the door but the Brazilian forward’s knee injury has delayed the discussion of offers.Defender Nuno Tavares, midfielders Fabio Viera and Albert Lokonga could also leave alongside Sterling who will return to Stamford Bridge at the end of his loan.Gabriel Jesus is set to leave this summer with Thomas Partey’s future uncertainCredit: GettyOleksandr Zinchenko and Kieran Tierney are both expected to be offloadedCredit: GettyNew contracts Good news for Arsenal fans, the club are attempting to secure a new contract with beloved star Bukayo Saka.Reports have said that talks are positive, with a shiny new deal looming that could make the 23-year-old one of the best-paid players in the league.There are also plans to hand out new contracts to stars like William Saliba and Gabriel – with their current deals expiring in the summer of 2027.Fellow Hale End graduates Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri, both 18, will also likely be offered improved contracts.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      ‘Were we not good enough?’ – Man Utd legend Roy Keane takes cheeky dig at David Beckham over 50th birthday snub

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      ROY KEANE joked that former Manchester United team-mate David Beckham “forgot” to invite him to his star-studded 50th birthday party at the weekend – while Gary Neville admitted he “wasn’t the best” the following day.Beckham turned 50 last Friday and marked the occasion with a dinner party in central London.Gary Neville attended David Beckham’s birthday party in London at the weekendCredit: SplashRoy Keane joked Beckham ‘forgot’ to invite himCredit: YOUTUBE / The OverlapThe England legend’s family and closest friends were all in attendance at the three Michelin star restaurant Core on Saturday.Eva Longoria, Tom Cruise and Gordon Ramsay were among those on the guest list.Neville also enjoyed the occasion – and was pictured outside the restaraunt after the party.The former United defender was asked about the party by Jill Scott in the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast, brought to you by SkyBet.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe United icon went on to say: “It was before Sunday’s game, I wasn’t the best on Sunday,” before revealing that he left at 3:30am.Just hours later he then appeared at Stamford Bridge to cover Chelsea’s Premier League meeting with Liverpool.Neville was reportedly the only ex-Man Utd player to have been invited to the party.It prompted Keane to joke: “Did he forget about all his other team-mates? Were we not good enough? Know what I mean…”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordGordon Ramsay was on the star-studded guest listCredit: InstagramInstantly, Neville responded: “It is because you didn’t invite us to your 50th.”But the former Ireland international replied: “You know my 50th, it was at the Pizza Express in Altrincham.”Furious Brooklyn Beckham convinced dad chose Romeo over him & Nicola as real reason for snubbing David’s 50th revealedHe then hit back with: “I didn’t want you there,” when Neville said that he would have attended.As well as the party, Beckham marked his 50th birthday with a family gathering at his £10million Cotswolds mansion, a black tie bash in Miami and a trip to France.His children – Romeo, 22, Cruz, 20, and Harper, 13 – were at each celebration, as was his wife, Victoria, 51.However, Beckham’s eldest son, Brooklyn, 26, was absent amid rumours of a family feud.Neville was the only former Man Utd player at the partyCredit: FacebookTom Cruise was also thereCredit: Facebook More

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      Arsenal Wags show their class with message to PSG as they share pictures from trip to Paris

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      ARSENAL’S dreams of finally winning their first ever European title ended in tears after getting knocked out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain.But three of the Gunners stars’ partners had the time of their lives in Paris where they got to enjoy the City of Light before Wednesday’s crunch semi-final second leg at Parc des Princes.Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson, Jurrien Timber’s better half Rose de Back and Leandro Trossard’s wife Laura Trossard Hilven went to ParisLaura shared pictures of their holiday in FranceLaura and Tolami followed Arsenal for the Champions League semi-finalLaura watched Arsenal take on Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des PrincesBukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson, Leandro Trossard’s wife Laura Trossard Hilven and Jurrien Timber’s better half Rose de Back shared pics of their holiday on social media.The ladies got to walk around the French capital and even found time for a spa break before going to PSG’s ground.And despite witnessing their men’s dreams of a Champions league trophy going up in flames following a 2-1 loss, the trio showed class and thanked Paris for a lovely hospitality.Laura posted on Instagram: “Bisous Paris, merci. Félicitations et au revoir. [Kisses Paris, thank you. Congratulations and see you].”Read More on ArsenalArsenal fans loved the positivity as they stormed the comments’ section.One supporter posted: “Beauty.”Another commented: “Such nice pictures.”A third wrote: “Amazing.”Most read in FootballThis fan said: “Awesome.”And that one gushed: “Incredible.”Man City vs Arsenal WagsArsenal are now focused on sealing second place in the Premier League.Tolami, Laura and Rose had a classy message for PSG despite the eliminationThe trio thanked Paris for the hospitalityThey even found time for a spa break More

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      Man Utd wonderkid and ‘next Bukayo Saka’ Bendito Mantato, 17, signs first pro contract with club

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      MANCHESTER United’s young Saka-like starlet Bendito Mantato has signed his first professional contract with the club.Mantato, 17, was named on the bench for the first time last week as he travelled to Spain for the first leg of United’s Europa League semi-final against Athletic Bilbao.Bendito Mantato, centre, has signed a first professional contract with Man Utd after training with the first team.Credit: GettyHe was also absent from Monday’s U21 squad to face West Ham to be instead part of the preparations for the second leg on Thursday night.The teenager is so highly-rated that he has drawn comparisons with Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka with his dynamic left-footed play on the right wing.His journey from wing-back to right wing mirrors the Arsenal star’s youth journey and makes him an attractive fit for Ruben Amorim’s side.The United boss has experimented with wing-backs this season, using Patrick Dorgu and Diogo Dalot in the role.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut Mantato could be a valuable string to his bow with 14 goals and assists this season across U18 and U21 level.It’s not just Amorim who can see the potential in the star as Chelsea, Liverpool, Newcastle and Brighton expressed interest in signing him last year, according to the Manchester Evening News.Mantato has been hailed as a “versatile player with impressive size for his age and a strong technical base” by community football platform Planet Football and has gone viral on X for his skills.Despite making his U18 debut aged 14 only last season, his senior debut could be on the horizon.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAmorim has already started to give youth a shot, fielding the club’s youngest ever starting XI in the Premier League against Brentford on Sunday with a 22 years and 270 days average age.Chido Obi, 17, and Harry Amass, 18, both started among an additional five 20-year-olds. After scoring the 99th minute winner against Arsenal in the February FA Youth Cup quarterfinals, Mantato will be a welcome addition to the senior side.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      The nightmare scenario that would see Arsenal MISS OUT on top-five finish as horror Premier League run is laid bare

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      ARSENAL are out of the Champions League and no longer able to win a trophy from a season that promised so much.But that doesn’t mean Mikel Arteta’s side have nothing to play for.Arsenal went out of the Champions League after a 3-1 aggregate defeat to PSGCredit: PABut now the manager must rally the troops to make sure they are playing in next year’s competitionCredit: GettyA shock 2-1 loss to Bournemouth means Arsenal have now won just three of their last ten Premier League gamesCredit: GettyArsenal still have work to do to make sure of qualifying for the Champions League next seasonWith Man City finding some form in third place and now just three points behind the Gunners, the prospect of Pep Guardiola maintaining his record of finishing above the Gunners in every season he’s managed in England looms large.Although they have had some memorable nights in Europe, Arteta’s men could hardly be more out of form in the Premier League.They have won just three of their last ten matches, allowing Liverpool to stroll to the title.However, there is a greater danger lurking than just wounded pride if an underwhelming end to the season sees Arsenal unable to manage a second placed finish.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSThat is because there is still the possibility of missing out on Champions League football altogether.This season, it should be easier than any other to secure a place in Europe’s elite club competition.That’s because the top five will qualify for the Champions League as a result of the Premier League being one of the two strongest in European competition this season.But Arsenal still have work to do with City, Newcastle, Chelsea, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa all capable of overtaking them.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKArsenal’s next game is a trip to newly-crowned champions Liverpool, where they’ll hope to break an Anfield duck that has lasted 13 years.Lukas Podolski and Santi Cazorla were the scorers when Arsenal last won at Liverpool back in September 2012. ‘I don’t like your vibe’ – Ian Wright calls out Paul Scholes in heated row over ArsenalA nightmare scenario could see Arsenal finish outside the Champions League placesThey then have the all-important home game with fourth-placed Newcastle, who are on 63 points.Should they win that match, they would reach 70 points and automatically qualify for the Champions League.Aston Villa, in seventh, are currently on 60 points and would be unable to catch Arsenal in that scenario.Sixth placed Nottingham Forest, on 61 points, and fifth placed Chelsea, on 63 points, still have to play each other, meaning only one of the two teams can reach 70 points.Arsenal face a trip to champions Liverpool, a six-pointer at home to Newcastle and a final day at basement club SouthamptonFortunately for Arsenal, they then face a final-day trip to a Southampton side who will go down as the joint-worst in Premier League history if they are unable to pick up another point in their final three matches.If Arsenal can pick up two points from their games against Liverpool, Newcastle and Southampton, that should be enough for Champions League qualification.That’s because their goal difference is 12 goals better than Newcastle and Chelsea, 21 better than Nottingham Forest and 27 better than Aston Villa.But if they pick up a point or less, that will open the door to all their rivals.Read More on The SunAston Villa will need to win their three games against Bournemouth, Tottenham and Man Utd to have any chance of finishing above Arsenal.While a point for the Gunners will mean Nottingham Forest would also need to win their remaining three games to finish above them. More

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      Watch Chelsea star Estevao Willian’s latest wondergoal as fans tip him to rival Yamal like Messi and Ronaldo

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      CHELSEA starlet Estevao Willian was tipped for an epic rivalry with Lamine Yamal as he netted another wonder goal.The Brazilian ace has only just turned 18 but is already being hailed as a future Ballon d’Or winner.Chelsea starlet Estevao Willian struck another stunner for PalmeirasCredit: AFPHis goal inspired his side to Copa Libertadores victoryCredit: ESPNEstevao agreed a £28million deal to leave Palmeiras for Chelsea last summer, with the move set to be finalised this summer.And Enzo Maresca has reportedly decided to keep the teen in his squad following an incredible run of form.The ace struck 15 goals last year for Palmeiras and already has eight in the new term.Estevao, already a Brazilian league title winner and four-time senior international, has a habit of netting worldies.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut his latest one saw fans gasp in amazement.Palmeiras took on Cerro Porteno in their Copa Libertadores group stage game last night.And it was Estevao who opened the scoring moments before half-time with an incredible left-footed howitzer from outside the box.The shot nearly took the roof off the net as it helped Palmeiras eventually seal a 2-0 away win.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBut fans were left claiming that Estevao is a one-off generational talent.They believe he will end up being a rival to Barcelona’s 17-year-old superstar Yamal.Enzo Fernandez and Noni Madueke lead Chelsea’s dressing room celebrations after win over LiverpoolAnd some feel it could even echo the goal-fest rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.One said: “Just as we had the Messi vs CR7 era, the next big rivalry will be Estevao vs Yamal!”Another declared: “How does he generate this much shot power?”One noted: “Another reason we’re going to be so much better next season.”Another added: “Best under-18 player in the world not named Yamal.” More

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      ‘I don’t like your vibe’ – Ian Wright calls out Paul Scholes in heated row over Arsenal

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      ARSENAL legend Ian Wright collided with Manchester United icon Paul Scholes, who insisted Mikel Arteta’s men “bottled” the Champions League game with Paris Saint-Germain.The two Premier League heroes locked horns on the latest edition of The Overlap – brought to you by Sky Bet – before Wednesday’s semi-final second leg with PSG at Parc des Princes.Manchester United legend Paul Scholes insists Arsenal ‘bottled’ it against Paris Saint-GermainArsenal legend Ian Wright would have none of Scholes’ heavy criticismWright, 61, and Scholes, 50, joined Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Jill Scott to analyse the Gunners’ 1-0 loss in the first leg last week at the Emirates.And the Man Utd legend insisted the North Londoners ruined their chances of winning their first ever European title.Neville asked his former team-mate if he thought Arsenal bottled it, to which Scholes confidently responded: “Yeah.”Wright, though, took great exception to that heavy criticism as he immediatey fired back: “Bottled what? No, we didn’t bottle it. If you bottle it you lose two and three. Seriously Scholesey…”Read More on ArsenalScholes responded: “No, you just lose…”Wright insisted Arsenal were still alive as there was a second leg to play with a manageable aggregate: “No, we haven’t lost, though. it’s half-time, Scholesey. See how we play tonight!”Scholes, though, went even further as he stated Arsenal have proven to be prone of bottling must-win situations, such as last season’s goalless draw at Manchester City that effectively cost them the Prem.The former midfielder explained: “I thought you had to win that. Alright the away goal rule doesn’t count anymore, does it? I think they’ve bottled it in a few big games.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesWright asked: “When?”Scholes said: “I’ll go back to City last season, City away. When you had the chance to win the league.”Eni Aluko’s former England team-mate Steph Houghton publicly backs Ian Wright in TV pundits’ rowWright stated: “Yeah, but that’s last season.”Scholes said: “But I’m just saying, it’s the same group of players really. Same manager.”And that was when Wright had enough of all the negativity and lashed out: “I don’t like your vibe Scholesey.”Scholes didn’t budge as his experience has taught him a team needs to go above and beyond to win the big matches.And the United legend suggested Arsenal gave too much value on their two triumphs against Real Madrid as they forget that is something that took place in the quarter-finals.Scholes insists the big games don’t really start until the semi-finals, which means the home matches must be won: “The big occasion. Last big game you won was probably Real Madrid.”Real Madrid criticismWright responded: “Yeah.”And Schoels continued: “Is it that big?”Wright replied: “Massive!”Scholes asked: “Quarter-final?”Wright insisted: “It’s f****** massive!”Scholes stood his ground: “It’s not massive, is it? It’s not that big.”Read More on The SunWright insisted: “It’s not over yet, I told you we have to do this in the next couple of weeks and then you can give me this vibe.”Unfortunately, Wright’s confidence didn’t pay off as Arsenal were eliminated from the Champions League after losing 2-1 in the return leg at PSG. More