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      Steven Gerrard spotted declaring ‘I f****** love Rangers’ on boozy night out in expletive-laden message for Celtic fan

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      STEVEN GERRARD bought into life as a Rangers manager big style as he delivered the league title which stopped Celtic recording ten Premiership titles in a row. And some followers of the Ibrox club are clearly keen for him to return as part of the brave new world which will begin this summer under the stewardship of Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises. Gerrard records the video messageHe’s among the favourites to return to Ibrox as next permanent bossSteven Gerrard pictured in BahrainCredit: GettyWhether that includes Gerrard remains to be seen but the England legend leaves nothing to the imagination in regards his love for the club in a widely-shared video of him taken on a boozy night out.It’s unclear exactly when all of this takes place but Gerrard has clearly been asked by a Celtic fan to record a short message for another supporter and offers an x-rated response, although it’s all good natured fun.In the clip, he says: “Listen Debbie, this f****** mushroom is a Celtic fan.”We f****** love Rangers. F*** Debbie I love Rangers.”The video surfaced at the same time as a clip showing him in the company of a woman who sings ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ with Gerrard saying ‘Up the Teddy Bears’.Gerrard has crammed plenty oof highs AND lows into his mangerial career, having followed up his Ibrox exploits with the sack in short order from Aston Villa. He’s currently out of work after leaving his lucrative post in Saudi Arabia at Al-Ettifaq in July 2023.He departed with his side five points above the relegation zone, having won five of 17 matches this season with a boss at the Saudi club saying he sacrficed a cool £10m with the move.Most read in FootballHe’s already been made one of the outright favourites for the role of next permanent Gers manager, even though one pundit in David Prutton reckons he would be better served by following the Frank Lampard route back into the UK game in the Championship.Liverpool fans work out where guard of honour could be with Steven Gerrard humiliation in line to be avenged a decade onHe said: “Another stellar player that I would say, if you want to be a manager for 25, 30 years then he’s still kind of working his way to that rhythm, having worked all over the world.“Maybe he’d have taken heed or inspiration from what Frank Lampard’s experienced at Coventry City, and obviously Derby before that.Gerrard shouts ‘Up the Teddy Bears’ over You’ll Never Walk Alone“The Championship is a very smart way to get a decent body of work in to show people what you can do.“And West Brom, yes there might be a bit of turnover of players, take a look at what the ownership are expecting going into next season, but yes the profile works.“It is just whether that works then with regards to the players involved.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Rangers vs Celtic FREE BETS: Get up to £40 bonus to spend on football with talkSPORT BET

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      Inside the multi-million pound transformation of famous stadium where Celtic won European Cup in Lisbon

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      IT’S the site of Celtic’s most famous triumph – with thousands of Hoops fans still visiting Lisbon each year for their very own Portuguese pilgrimage. But the contours of the famous Estadio Nacional where Billy McNeill once held the European Cup aloft are set to change – to the tune of a cool €25MILLION Euros modernisation.An aerial view of how the stadium will lookCredit: AFL architects Inside the sleek lounges at the refurbished venueCredit: AFL architects It’s a stylish upgrade to the famous old stadiumCredit: AFL Architects The good news for Hoops fans, though, is that the 81-year-old stadium won’t be getting bulldozed and rebuilt and will rather undergo a ‘sensitive and innovative redesign’.Led by Jock Stein and legendary skipper Billy McNeill, the Lisbon Lions triumphed over Italian giants Inter Milan in the Portuguese capital to become the first side from the Britain to win the biggest prize in club football.Goals from the great Tommy Gemmell and Stevie Chalmers saw the Hoops come from behind to win 2-1.The stadium where the match took place is a listed heritage site which was originally built six miles west of the city between 1939 and 1944 to designs by Portuguese architect Jacobetty Rosa.Located in close proximity to two massive stadia neighbours in the form of the Estadio da Luz and Jose Alvalade – the homes of Benfica and Sporting Lisbon respectively – the Estadio Nacional isn’t used so regularly these days. It still plays host to the Portuguese cup final – as well as rugby games.But refurbishment has been on the way since at least 2012 and while there is no start date for the work as yet, it’s closer than ever with AFL Architects winning the job for their designs.AFL are working with Lisbon-based Aires Mateus and Gonçalves Vieira Cruz after they won a competition with their designs – with the Portuguese Football Federation the client.Most read in FootballOne thing that will change with the new development is a new suspended canopy ROOF suspended over the stands. This will use a Pratt truss structure supported by four strategically braced points.Rangers and Celtic fans react to news away fans are BACK at Old Firm gamesThe stadium capacity will change too, actually coming down from 39,000 to 36,388.The architects claim that the stadium’s ‘unique integration into the natural landscape’ of Vale do Jamor will be retained.Estadio Nacional refurbishment – at a glanceKey features of the proposed refurbishment include: A striking new roof inspired by the stadium’s original design and site topography.VIP and VVIP lounges for premium experiences. State-of-the-art media facilities. Updated football, rugby, and athletics facilities. Enhanced accessibility throughout the venue. Extended toilet and concession areas. Improved sightlines for spectators. Refurbished landscaping that blends seamlessly with the Vale do Jamor.Back in 2022, the Lisbon Lions were named the best club side EVER.It topped a poll ahead of a Barca side led by Pep Guardiola and spearheaded by the likes of Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Xavi, who won La Liga with 96 points and secured the Champions League.Manchester United’s famous 1998/99 side came a distant third with 14 per-cent of the vote.Billy McNeill holds aloft the European CupCredit: AFL architects How the covered main stand will now lookCredit: AFL architects Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Victor Wanyama SENT OFF as ex-Tottenham star’s shock Scotland move ends in disaster after just 20 minutes

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      FANS called it the most random transfer in history.But Victor Wanyama’s shock move has turned into a NIGHTMARE on his debut for Dunfermline.Victor Wanyama suffered a nightmare debut for Dunfermline as he was sent off after less than 20 minutesCredit: SNSThe Kenyan was shown a straight red for handball by referee Iain SneddenCredit: SNSNew Dunfermline boss Neil Lennon couldn’t believe what he was seeing as his debut match in charge turned sourCredit: SNSThat’s because the Kenyan was shown a STRAIGHT RED CARD just 19 minutes after coming off the bench for his first appearance under Neil Lennon.The 33-year-old former Tottenham player was sent straight off by referee Iain Snedden for a handball.Wanyama’s new side, who play in the second tier Scottish Championship, were already 2-0 down to Ayr United when the midfielder received his marching orders.And Ethan Walker added a late third for Ayr to rub salt into Wanyama and Dunfermline’s wounds.READ MORE FOOTBALL STORIESThe result lifted the hosts back above Livingston into second place in the hunt for promotion to the Scottish Premiership.But Dunfermline remain two points adrift of Hamilton and sit ninth, inside the relegation play-off spot.Wanyama had been unemployed for the last two months following the expiration of his contract with MLS side Montreal Impact.But the cult Premier League hero, who played for Spurs and Southampton in the English top flight, is no longer a job seeker after inking a surprise deal with Scottish Championship side Dunfermline.Most read in FootballA club statement read: “DAFC are delighted to announce the signing of Kenyan international, Victor Wanyama, on a deal until the end of the season, subject to international clearance.”Wanyama’s move to East End Park has stunned footie fans, one of whom said: “Nahhh that’s crazy.”Another said: “What is football?”And another said: “This is surely the most random transfer of all time.” More

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      Dundee vs Rangers: Get £40 in free bets and bonuses to spend with BetMGM

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      RANGERS head to Dundee in the late Saturday kick-off, hoping to carry on their impressive form from before the break.Bookmakers BetMGM are offering brand new customers a cool £40 in free bets when you register an account and stake a tenner on the Premiership game.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..BetMGM £40 welcome bonusVisit the BetMGM website HERE*Select SPORTS OFFER on the websiteRegister a new account – No Promo Code necessaryOpt in for this promotion by depositing and placing at least £10 on football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free betsDundee vs Rangers: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here*Not got a BetMGM account? No problem!This offer is just for you, and it’s incredibly easy to claim!Simply register a new account, deposit and stake a minimum of £10 on football at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. This must be done within seven days of opening your account with the bookmaker.Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free bets!Dundee vs Rangers: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here**BetMGM. New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10 at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 football, 1 x £10 horse racing & 2 x £10 Bet Builders. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned T&Cs apply. 18+ GambleAware.org.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Rangers star sprays Celtic fans with water as supporters PUNCH away dugout in rage as cops forced to get involved

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      VACLAV CERNY sprayed a bunch of Celtic fans with WATER as he celebrated Hamza Igamane’s dramatic winning goal, leading to a furious reaction from the crowd and some supporters PUNCHING the away dugout.Rangers claimed a stunning three points at Parkhead thanks to goals from Nicolas Raskin, Mohamed Diomande and Igamane late on.Video footage shows water being squirted at some home supportersCredit: SKY SPORTSIt happened behind the back of Rangers boss Barry FergusonCredit: SKY SPORTSCeltic fans reacted with fury and some punched the away dugoutCredit: SKY SPORTSBarry Ferguson’s side took a 2-0 lead into the half-time break thanks to goals from Nicolas Raskin and Mohamed Diomande.But Celtic responded almost immediately after the restart when Daizen Maeda headed home.Brendan Rodgers’ men began to gain more of a foothold in the game, and Reo Hatate levelled things up with just over 15 minutes remaining.And while it looked like the momentum as with the home side as Rangers tired following their exhausting Europa League penalty shootout exploits, the Light Blues found a second wind and it allowed Igamane to capitalise on a slip from Alistair Johnston and a mistake from Cameron Carter-Vickers to smash the ball into the top corner of Kasper Schmeichel’s net.But those celebrations took a turn when Cerny, who had been subbed by this point, ran along the touchline and appeared to aim his water bottle at the supporters in the front rows of the main stand.Video footage shows several fans flinching and then as the players tried to sit back down, some of those in the crowd began attacking the visiting team’s dugout shelter in retaliation.Nedim Bajrami also joined in with the antics and the commotion forced cops inside the ground into action.A group of officers rushed to separate the fans from the dugout to prevent an escalation of affairs.Most read in FootballInterim boss Ferguson was asked about the fracas after the full-time and admitted he didn’t see the extent of what happened.He said: “I was just concentrating on celebrating, I didn’t see the incident to be honest.”Rangers ultras barred from Celtic ParkFerguson himself ran someway up the touchline before stopping, picking up a ball and kissing it.It was the first Old Firm derby fixture in the league to have away fans present since 2023, with around 2,400 visiting supporters present at Celtic Park.But after being held outside the stadium for over two hours a large number of the Union Bears fan group were turned away before kick-off and BARRED from entering the ground.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Celtic 2 Rangers 3: Ferguson’s Gers are UNRECOGNISABLE from Clement’s flops as he makes job pitch

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      CAN you see a difference now, Brendan?Because there it was, out there at Celtic Park in an Old Firm derby, staring you in the face.Hamza Igamane dcelebrates his stunning late winnerCredit: GettyBarry Ferguson shows his delight at full-timeCredit: ReutersMo Diamonde marks his goal with ‘gun’ celebrationCredit: Willie VassNicolas Raskin laps up his early openerCredit: PAThe Celtic boss may have thought the Barry Ferguson Rangers had all the same hallmarks as the one Philippe Clement left behind.But the truth is, it’s unrecognisable.After this humbling defeat, the Celtic boss must accept that now.Clement, of course, enjoyed a 3-0 derby triumph at Ibrox back in January and that didn’t do him any good in the long run.But you now wonder if the manner of this sensational result can propel Ferguson into the dugout for keeps as his full-time replacement.Incoming take-over supremo Andrew Cavenagh was at Celtic Park to see all this unfold, as he was at Ibrox last Thursday night to see Fenerbahce sent packing.The smart money has always been on the US investors bringing in their own man when they get hold of the keys to Ibrox.But never-say-die results like these cannot be ignored.Most read in FootballCeltic showed spirit of their own to fight back from being 2-0 down to make it 2-2.But the last gasp drama belonged to the visitors who claimed the three points in some style.Hamza Igamane’s wonder strike in the dying minutes of normal time showed that Ferguson’s team don’t give up.There was controversy when that goal went in, ugly scenes after Rangers subs Vaclac Cerny and Nedim Bajrami squirted their water bottles into the Celtic supporters as they sprinted up the touchline to celebrate.That sparked real anger with irate fans punching the away dugout with cops rushing to the scene.But when the dust settled, the frustration of the vast majority of Celtic fans will come from the way their heroes allowed this game to slip away after they battled their way back into it.Ferguson epitomised EVERYTHING that was good about Rangers yesterday.The club’s one-time captain couldn’t have put any more into the game had he been out on the park in his old No6 jersey.Reo Hatate celebrates after equalisingCredit: PADaizen Maeda had got Celtic back into the gameCredit: Willie VassAt times, you questioned if he was too worked up and too hyper with referee Steven McLean booking him in the first-half.But the men in light blue mirrored that passion and pride in the shirt.The 2400 away supporters probably didn’t expect such a dynamic performance.Just as Rodgers couldn’t have seen this coming either.His men have been outstanding this season and will rightly lift their latest title in the next few weeks.They’ve been far and away the best team in the country.But that must have made this all the more galling.Nico Raskin’s goal to make it 1-0 after only four was a flicked header from a corner which caught every one of his defenders sleeping.But the second strike from Diomande?Wow, the space he was allowed inside the box was criminal from the champions’ point of view.Celtic did have efforts themselves before get break – Reo Hatate bringing out the best in Jack Butland with a shot from distance, with the ex-England No1 also denying Maik Nawrocki.But overall Rangers were well worth their two-goal lead.It should have been better, though.The opportunity Cerny had to score into an open goal on 16 minutes was massive.Kasper Schmeichel literally passed straight to him and was out of his box.But when the chance came, he just didn’t trust his right foot and chose to dribble forward when all he had to do was hit he unguarded target.At this level, that’s not good enough.But that’s the message Rodgers would have been given his side at the interval.That what they were showing was nowhere near what was required.He knew he had to change his line-up, though.The Celts boss recognised he wasn’t getting enough from winger Nicolas Kuhn, who was miles off it, and wasted no time in taking him off and replacing him with Adam Idah.It was decisive, pro-active management when the team needed it most.The switch saw Maeda shifted from striker to left winger and suddenly there was a whole new look to the Celtic team.Scoring within two minutes of the restart altered the mood around the stadium and turned the anxiety of the home support into belief.Jota did brillianly to set it up with the Japanese frontman out jumping James Tavernier to nod home at the back stick.It was at that point Ferguson realised he had to do something himself to help his own players.His back-five briefly became a back-four until he took Leon Balogun off and replaced him with Robin Propper. Tavernier was then moved into the right of midfield with Dujon Sterling asked to do a job in central defence.With their tails up, Celtic were a different team.It felt inevitable they’d get the next goal and level the game and the equaliser arrived in 74 minutes.It was also no real surprise it came down Rangers’ left channel that Propper was meant to be protecting.But what a finish from Hatate to beat Butland after Luke McCowan slid him in.At that point it felt certain would go on and win.They had time on their side with Rangers looking physically exhausted going into the closing stages.But Ferguson’s side had different ideas.Igamane had plenty to do after a rare mistake at the back from Cameron Carter-Vickers. But it didn’t look that way.,READ MORE SUN STORIESHis shot flew into the roof of the net to have the away fans wild behind the one they stood behind.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Rangers star hit speeds of 100mph in motorway police chase where he tailgated cop car

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      RANGERS star Rabbi Matondo hit speeds of over 100mph as cops chased him to Ibrox — after he had tailgated their unmarked motor.The Welsh winger, 24, also weaved in and out of traffic on Glasgow’s M8 and ran a red light as he rushed to training.Rabbi Matondo was slapped with a driving banMatondo was driving an Audi Q8 at the timeCredit: GettyHe was clocked on the M8He was hit with a year’s road ban and fined after being convicted of dangerous driving.But cops didn’t try to keep up with Rangers ace Rabbi Matondo’s car during a 100mph dash to Ibrox — in case he lost control and killed someone, a court heard.A traffic constable told how he feared “a fatality” if he tried to match the high speeds hit by the winger, 24, as he raced to a public training session.Officers finally caught up with the footie ace at the Rangers stadium, where they marched in through the players’ entrance to charge him with dangerous driving.And the Welsh international was hit with a 12-month driving ban after being convicted of the offence at Glasgow Sheriff Court.PC James Bowie told how he was with a colleague in an unmarked police motor on the M8 when they were tailgated by Matondo’s Audi Q8 on the city’s Kingston Bridge.Dashcam footage showed the powerful SUV speeding off, sparking a pursuit on August 1, 2023. The Light Blues forward was then seen undertaking an HGV and running a red light as he left the cops in his wake.Most read in FootballPC Bowie said they “never went anywhere near” his car despite reaching 80mph.He explained: “I knew it was a nice big Audi Q8. But I thought that if he loses control at 100 miles per hour there is a possibility of a fatality.”Former Sky Sports pundit and Rangers striker Andy Gray’s foul-mouthed rant at Jose MourinhoWhen the officers eventually got to interview Matondo, they said he was “remorseful”.Defence lawyer Ronnie Simpson said the officers’ report stated the player’s average speed was 72mph on a 50mph stretch.PC Bowie replied: “That’s an average between distances.“In among that the speed was in excess of 100mph.”He was also asked why he charged Matondo with dangerous driving rather than hand him a fixed penalty notice.PC Bowie said there were “other elements” to his driving, and it was a “course of conduct”.The cop added: “In my opinion, he seemed remorseful and his attitude was pretty good.“He understood what we were explaining and seemed to accept why we were there.”Mr Simpson said: “He was a young man running late to his work — and he didn’t want to let his colleagues down.”But Sheriff Mary Shields found Matondo — currently on loan at German side Hannover 96 — guilty of dangerous driving.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe first offender was handed a year’s road ban and £420 fine.The law chief said: “I think overwhelmingly the way in which Mr Matondo drove the Audi car over the distance shown on CCTV is obviously far below what is expected of a driver.”Matondo at Glasgow Sheriff Court where he given a 12 month ban and fined £420Credit: Spindrift More