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      Europe facing huge managerial merry-go-round as Juventus sack Max Allegri after touchline meltdown

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      JUVENTUS have announced the sacking of Massimiliano Allegri.The dismissal comes following the Italian’s touchline antics during Coppa Italia success on Wednesday.Massimiliano Allegri has been sacked as Juventus managerCredit: ReutersA club statement read: “Juventus announces that it has relieved Massimiliano Allegri of his position as head coach of the men’s first team.”The exoneration follows certain behaviours during and after the Coppa Italia final that the club deemed incompatible with the values of Juventus and the behaviour that those who represent it should have.”It ends a period of collaboration, which began in 2014, restarted in 2021 and ended, after the previous three seasons together, with the Italian Cup final.”The club wishes Massimiliano Allegri good luck in his future endeavours.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAllegri was sent off during Juve’s 1-0 Coppa Italia final win over Atalanta on Wednesday night.The 56-year-old could be seen shouting in the face of the fourth official before angrily removing his jacket and throwing it down in a fit of rage.As he started walking off the pitch he did the same with his tie.And just as he was about to storm down the tunnel, Allegri began unbuttoning his shirt.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAllegri spent a combined eight years in charge of Juventus over two separate spells.And during his 420 games as the boss, he led the Old Lady to five Serie A titles.Watch one of the funniest reactions ever as Max Allegri loses it on touchline over Angel Di Maria’s miss for JuventusDespite such a long tenure with the Italian giants and delivering unprescedented success to the club, Juve have moved quickly to find a replacement.According to Fabrizio Romano the club are working on a deal to secure Thiago Motta as their boss from next season.For the meantime Paolo Montero will step in as interim head coach.THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Forgotten EFL star, 21, wins major trophy with Euro giants as hardly anybody notices

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      FORGOTTEN Southampton star Carlos Alcaraz has won his first trophy in European football.The midfielder has spent the second half of the season on loan at Juventus following a January loan move.Carlos Alcaraz has won the Coppa Italia with JuventusBut he has been quickly forgotten about by fans, who were shocked to see Alcaraz lift the Coppa Italia with Juventus.Alcaraz, 21, has made 10 appearances for the Old Lady including two in the cup, but was left on the bench for the final win over Atalanta.So it is little surprise some supporters were shocked when they were reminded he is a Juventus player.One fan reacted saying: “I didn’t even remember that he was at Juventus.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “When did this boy arrive at Juve?”A third wrote: “Not even he knew he was at Juventus.”And another commented: “Like this one was at Juve.”Southampton demanded £25million to sell Alcaraz last summer but no clubs met their asking price.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWho are these famous footballers?
      Southampton paid £12million for the attacking midfielder to sign him from Racing Club in January 2023.He attracted interest from Brighton and AC Milan last summer, as well as Benfica.Young stars set to shine at Euro 2024 More

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      Arsenal legend confirms he will QUIT AC Milan in summer and join Hollywood star Will Ferrell’s club

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      OLIVIER GIROUD has announced he will leave AC Milan in the summer as he prepares for life in the MLS.The former Arsenal and Chelsea striker, 37, has spent three seasons with the Italian giants, winning the Serie A title in 2022.Olivier Giroud has confirmed he will leave AC Milan in the summerCredit: Milan TVGiroud got emotional during his exit speech to AC Milan fansCredit: X @acmilanHe has scored 48 goals in 130 games since arriving from Stamford Bridge for £3.5million.But he has now confirmed in an emotional interview that his time at AC Milan will come to an end after their final two games of the campaign.His contract is already due to expire in June.And it has been revealed he will join American side LAFC until December 2025 – a club part-owned by Hollywood actor Will Ferrell.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking on Milan TV, Giroud said: “I’m here to tell you that the next two games will be my last for Milan. My career will continue in the MLS.”I’m very proud of everything I’ve done here at Milan across three seasons.”It’s the right time to announce it. Excuse me, I’m a bit emotional.”So, yeah, my story with Milan ends this year but Milan will forever remain in my heart.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGiroud has scored 14 goals for AC Milan this seasonHis final game for the club is set to come at the San Siro against Salernitana on May 26.After leaving Milan, Giroud will join former Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris at LAFC.Football stars’ weird phobiasGareth Bale also signed for the club back in 2022, scoring three goals in 13 appearances prior to his retirement.The MLS side sit fifth out of 14 teams in the Western Conference after 12 games of the 2024 season.And the addition of Giroud will be a major coup for the club.Giroud scored 105 goals in 253 appearances for Arsenal, winning three FA Cups in four seasons.He left to join Chelsea in January 2017 and went on to bag 39 times in 119 games in West London, lifting the FA Cup, Europa League and Champions League during his three-and-a-half seasons there.Giroud is also France’s all-time top scorer with 57 goals in 131 caps.He won the World Cup in 2018 and reached the final in 2022, before France were beaten on penalties by Argentina.READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, A-lister actor Ferrell is reportedly eyeing up a stake in Leeds.He will reportedly travel to Wembley Stadium to watch them in the play-off final if they make it past Norwich.Will Ferrell is a part-owner of Giroud’s new club LAFCCredit: GettyGiroud won the Serie A title with AC Milan two years agoCredit: Getty More

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      Awkward moment AC Milan legend, 58, left writhing in agony after ‘tearing muscle’ in embarrassing moment on live TV

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      AC MILAN and Italy football legend Alessandro Costacurta was left writhing in agony after an embarrassing TV gaffe.Costacurta, 58, was appearing on Sky Italia for coverage of AC Milan’s match against Cagliari.AC Milan legend Alessandro Costacurta appeared to pull his leg while working on Sky ItaliaCredit: XIt came during analysis of Milan’s match against CagliariCredit: XCostacurta won seven Serie A titles and three Champions League titles with AC MilanCredit: PA:Empics SportDuring the analysis of the game, Costacurta became animated in the studio as he tried to demonstrate what a Cagliari player should have done to try and block a shot.The defender, who retired in 2007, started the clip standing still on the left side of viewers screens. He then burst into a sprint and performed a flying kick with his right leg.However, Costacurta appeared to have done himself some damage in the process. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe could be seen holding his leg where his hamstring muscle is.Costacurta could also be seen looking around with a rueful look on his face, appearing to indicate he had pulled something.Reacting to the clip online, one fan said: “Billy not as limber as he used to be!”Costacurta affectionately earned the nickname of Billy for his slim physique and time playing basketball for Olimpia Milano.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second said: “Very Alan Partridge.”Another said: “I feel his pain.”AC Milan ‘decide to sack manager Stefano Pioli’ just hours after losing title at home to hated rivals InterA fourth added: “Even retired Milan players are catching injuries.”Despite his injury, he would have been happy to see Milan win the game 5-1.Costacurta won three Champions League titles with AC Milan, seven Serie A titles three Uefa Supercups and one Italian Cup.He was a one club player except for a loan spell to Monza in 1986/87 and played 663 times for the Rossoneri.His international career saw him play 59 games and score two goals.Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Watch incredible moment Premier League legend discovers minnows have been promoted to Serie A as he celebrates wildly

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      CESC FABREGAS transformed from a bundle of nerves into pure ecstasy after finding out his side Como 1907 were promoted to Serie A.The Premier League legend has been assistant manager at the Italian club since December but first joined in the summer of 2022 as a player.Cesc Fabregas faced a nervous wait to see if Como were going upCredit: GettyBut he was soon jumping in delight as promotion rivals Venezia lostHe was quickly swarmed by his fellow coachesFabregas beamed from ear to ear as Como returned to Serie A for the first time in 21 yearsCredit: GettyThe former midfielder became assistant boss at the club this seasonCredit: GettyHe even oversaw five matches this season as caretaker manager, winning three in a huge boost for Como’s promotion campaign.Fabregas, 37, was a key part of Osian Roberts’s coaching staff and he roared with delight after Como’s promotion was confirmed.The Serie B minnows drew 1-1 with Cosenza so needed rivals Venezia to draw or lose, and luck was on their side as Spezia came from behind to beat Cosenza 2-1.Como are now back in the top tier for the first time since 2003 after finishing second, completing a meteoric rise which saw the Blues play in Italy’s bottom tier Serie D as recently as 2017 after they were plunged into bankruptcy.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey are now owned by the Indonesian Djarum Group who appointed former Chelsea star Dennis Wise as chairman.He has overseen the rebuild with help from investors Fabregas and Thierry Henry. Leicester legend Jamie Vardy was also in attendance as Como secured promotion after being invited to the stadium by Wise in a video call during the Foxes’ own promotion celebrations.Wise helped assemble Como’s promotion-winning squad and management team, and Fabregas has blossomed in his role.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFabregas first joined Como in 2022Credit: GettyInvestor Thierry Henry was in attendance for the promotionCredit: ReutersJamie Vardy and wife Rebekah were also special guestsCredit: RexA documentary about Fabregas is set to be released all about his journey from a player to coach, showing a new side to the former Barcelona ace.And a teaser ahead of its release showing him dishing out the hairdryer treatment to his Como players during that short stint in charge has left fans in shock.Cesc Fabregas like you’ve never seen him before as mild-mannered ex-Arsenal star explodes in fiery dressing room rantFabregas is shown stood up screaming at the team while slamming his fist on a table as he tells them: “The whole game talking. Play!“Put the balls on the field and play! Don’t always talk!”“Always f***ing talking. And we don’t play on the pitch.”Como finished second in Serie B to secure promotionCredit: ReutersThe minnows were playing in Serie D just seven years agoCredit: Reuters More

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      Jose Mourinho reveals he ‘made a mistake’ in snubbing huge international job to stay at former club

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      JOSE MOURINHO has revealed that he “made a mistake” snubbing the Portuguese national team to stay at Roma.The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham boss, 61, was sacked by Roma in January following a string of poor results.Jose Mourinho admitted his regret at not taking the Portugal jobCredit: AlamyMourinho’s final weeks and months in the Italian capital were littered with bizarre incidents – from calling himself “Harry Potter” to frequent red cards.With the dust having now settled on his stint in the Eternal City, the Portuguese has admitted that he should have left to take charge of his national team.Roberto Martinez landed the Portugal job in January 2023, following Fernando Santos’ exit after the 2022 World Cup the previous month.Discussing his regret, Mourinho told the Korean EA Sports FC YouTube channel: “It’s normal that I would go with Portugal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I had the chance to go twice, but they didn’t come at the right time for me.”I got emotional when I didn’t accept the last offer, because I decided to stay at Roma and I think I made a mistake.”Because now Portugal has a fantastic team, one of the best, in the top five.”I knew it, but I felt a great connection with Roma, with the fans, so I didn’t want to make that decision.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDespite his regret, Mourinho believes that it will be a case of third time lucky and that the job will come around again.He added: “The Portugal opportunity has come twice, but I think a third one will come too and I will take it. Hoping that the generation I have will be as strong as this one.”I played under Jose Mourinho when Chelsea had seven national captains in starting XI… I know what truly made him specialLast week it was claimed that Saudi side Al-Qadsiah want to make Mourinho their manager ahead of next season.The former Roma boss has previously rejected Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Shabab.Since being out of work, he has been racking his brain on new tactical innovations.Last month he revealed that he believes a manager will one day not play with a goalkeeper as they attempt to score late on in a game. More

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      Former Premier League star, 29, ‘involved in car crash as SUV smashes into four vehicles before hitting wall’

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      FORMER Watford loanee M’Baye Niang has been involved in another car accident after the vehicle he was in smashed into four others and hit a wall.The incident occurred shortly after 9pm in Empoli, Italy on Monday evening.Former Watford man Mbaye Niang has a history of car accidentsCredit: GettyA dark grey SUV allegedly crashed into a parked van and two parked cars.It then hit a parish building, before colliding with another parked vehicle.According to La Nazione, witnesses identified Empoli striker Niang in the car, but it is not clear whether he was the driver or in the passenger seat.It is the second time in 2024 that Niang has been involved in a car crash.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was rushed to hospital in February after his Mercedes SUV collided with several parked cars.Previously he landed a motoring ban in Italy aged just 17 for driving without a licence – and pretending to be an older AC Milan team-mate – in 2012.The striker crashed his Ferrari into a tree while with Montpellier in 2014, and received a suspended 18-month jail term for an alleged hit-and-run incident that left 11 people injured.And two years later the accident-prone attacker suffered ankle and shoulder injuries after another car smash.Most read in FootballNiang spent just half a season on loan at Watford from Milan during the 2016/17 campaign, scoring two goals in 16 games.He permanently left Milan in 2018 and has gone on to sign for Torino, Rennes, Bordeaux, Auxerre and Adana Demirspor.In January, he signed with Empoli until the end of the season, with a conditional option to extend.He has played eight times and scored four goals, but Empoli sit 17th in the Serie A table, just two points above the relegation zone with three games remaining.Niang has scored four goals in eight games since arriving at Empoli in JanuaryCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea ‘offer £77m and two stars including Lukaku to Napoli in sensational swap transfer for Victor Osimhen’

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      CHELSEA are willing to fork out £77million, Romelu Lukaku AND another player for Victor Osimhen this summer, according to reports.The Blues are set to retool once again following another disappointing season.Victor Osimhen could be on the move this summerCredit: RexRomelu Lukaku could be thrown into a Chelsea deal for OsimhenCredit: RexWith Mauricio Pochettino’s side looking light up front at times this term, signing a new striker will be on the agenda.According to Italian transfer expert DiMarzio, the Blues have made initial contact with Napoli regarding a deal for Osimhen.The 25-year-old has been among Serie A’s best strikers since moving to Italy from Lille in 2020.With two years remaining on his contract, this could be the summer that Napoli look to cash in on the Nigerian.READ MORE ON CHELSEAChelsea are claimed to be willing to use forgotten man Lukaku in a deal to sign Osimhen.The Belgian, 30, rejoined the Blues in a disastrous £97.5m deal in 2021.He has spent the last two seasons out on loan – firstly at Inter Milan then this time around at Roma.With two years also still remaining on his deal, the Blues will look to get his salary off their wage bill for good this summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIn addition to £77m plus Lukaku, Chelsea are also claimed to be willing to throw in a young player to sweeten the deal.Osimhen helped Napoli to a historic Serie A title victory last season.Watch Man Utd and Chelsea transfer target Victor Osimhen celebrate on top of BUS after Napoli’s stunning win at JuventusThis time around he has scored 14 goals in 22 appearances, having missed chunks of the campaign due to a hamstring injury and Afcon.Lukaku, meanwhile, has netted 11 goals in 29 Serie A appearances for Roma, with 19 in all competitions.Chelsea are likely to face strong competition for Osimhen’s signature.Paris Saint-Germain hold interest in the striker, and plan to enter negotiations imminently.The French champions are set to lose Kylian Mbappe this summer, with the forward confirming that he will be leaving Parc des Princes upon the conclusion of his contract.How Pochettino can solve Chelsea’s midfield crisis thanks to the works of a 13th century poetBy Andy Dillon
      IT IS HIGHLY unlikely that Mauricio Pochettino is familiar with the work of Rumi.
      Whether the renowned Islamic poet and mystic had the tactical dilemmas facing Chelsea’s head coach in mind while dreaming up his scholarly works in 13th century Afghanistan, we will never know.
      It’s fair to say Rumi was not a regular in The Shed at Stamford Bridge.
      Yet one of his most famous quotations strikes right at the heart of Pochettino’s problems trying to transform his team into consistent challengers at the top end of the Premier League.
      It was Rumi who wrote so prophetically: “Two birds tied together. They will not be able to fly even though they have four wings.”
      He could have scribbled that on the back of his programme from so many of Chelsea’s games this season with regard to Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez.
      There is a feeling among regular Chelsea watchers that while it is a blow on a personal level for Fernandez to be ruled out for the rest of the season with his injury problem, it may yet turn to Pochettino’s advantage.
      For it allows Caicedo to roam that patch in front of his defence with greater freedom. Both players are exceptional individual talents.
      Read Andy Dillon’s take on Chelsea’s midfield in full.
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