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      Why is Jude Bellingham not suspended for Real Madrid’s Champions League clash against Man City?

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      JUDE Bellingham WILL be available for Real Madrid tonight against Man City in the Champions League – and here is why.Bellingham was sent off during Madrid’s 1-1 draw at Osasuna in La Liga over the weekend, but will not miss Real Madrid’s clash against City.Jude Bellingham was sent off for telling referee Jose Munuera to “f*** off”Credit: GettyThe incident between Jose Munuera and Bellingham was described as a “miscommunication.”Credit: Vincent West TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYLos Blancos have experienced a turbulent season with referees in the Spanish League, with the 21-year-old’s dismissal only adding fuel to the fire.REAL VS MAN CITY LIVE – LATEST UPDATESWhy is Bellingham not suspended for the Champions League?Jude Bellingham will not be suspended from the Champions League as suspensions from La Liga do not carry over into UEFA competitions. Bellingham, however, is likely to get a lengthy ban from La Liga, after being sent off during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna.Read more FootballThe Three Lions midfielder has avoided a lengthy ban, and will be suspended for matches against Girona at home and Real Betis away.Reports in Spain suggest Real will appeal.Why is Jude Bellingham suspended?The 21-year-old Bellingham was sent off for dissent during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna. In an incident which has been described as a “miscommunication” by Bellingham, he told referee Jose Munuera to “f*** off”, but Munuera thought he said “f*** you.” Most read in Champions LeagueBellingham will be banned for two matches for the incident.Who is playing in the Champions League knockout stage tonight?There are eight games of action over two nights, with half of the pack being eliminated from the Champions League, as part of their new format.Tuesday, February 17:Milan 1-1 Feyenoord (Feyenoord win 2-1 on agg)Atalanta 1-3 Club Brugge (Brugge win 5-3 on agg)Bayern Munich 1-1 Celtic (Bayern win 3-2 on agg)Benfica 3-3 Monaco (Benfica win 4-3 on agg)Wednesday, February 18:Dortmund (3) vs Sporting (0) – 5.45pm GMTParis (3) vs Brest (0) – 8pm GMTReal Madrid (3) vs Manchester City (2) – 8pm GMTPSV (1) vs Juventus (2) – 8pm GMT More

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      Aston Villa vs Liverpool live stream: How to watch huge Premier League clash TONIGHT

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      LIVERPOOL continue the pursuit of the Premier League title as they travel to Villa Park to take on Aston Villa in HUGE clash.Arne Slot’s Reds are currently first in the league, having opened up a seven-point gap on Arsenal in second place.Liverpool are top of the Premier League but face a tough test at Aston VillaCredit: Paul ELLIS / AFPAston Villa are looking to qualify for the Champions League for the second year in a rowCredit: Neville Williams/Aston Villa FC via Getty ImagesThe Villans are currently in9th, having already booked a place in the last 16 of the Champions League this season.Unai Emery’s side have slipped down the table having one just one of their last SIX Premier League games as they continue to fight on three fronts.How to watch Aston Villa vs LiverpoolThe game is available for fans in the UK live on TNT Sports.The game will also be available to stream on discovery+.Alternatively, stay up to date with SunSport’s coverage of the game.This midweek clash is the only game on Wednesday night, and kicks-off at 7.30pm GMT from Villa Park.Premier League games coming up this weekendThis is the only midweek game this week, but there are ten fixtures to get excited for this weekend:Read more FootballFriday, February 21Leicester vs Brentford – 8pm GMT – Sky SportsSaturday, February 22Everton vs Manchester United – 12.30pm GMT – TNT SportsArsenal vs West Ham – 3pm GMTBournemouth vs Wolves – 3pm GMTFulham vs Crystal Palace – 3pm GMTIpswich vs Tottenham – 3pm GMTSouthampton vs Brighton – 3pm GMTAston Villa vs Chelsea – 5.30pm GMT- Sky SportsMost read in FootballSunday, February 22Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest – 2pm GMT – Sky SportsManchester City vs Liverpool – 4.30pm GMT – Sky Sports More

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      ‘Who wants to live with him’ – Lamine Yamal admits Barcelona team-mate is ‘impossible’ and he’s terrified of KANGAROOS

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      BARCELONA superstar Lamine Yamal has revealed which team-mate he would find “impossible” to live with.Yamal burst onto the scene when he made his first team debut aged just 15 two years ago.Lamine Yamal has revealed which of his team-mates he would find ‘impossible’ to live withCredit: GettyThe 17-year-old has since become one of the biggest names in football, with 40 Barcelona goal contributions in 83 appearances.He also made history at Euro 2024 last year by becoming the youngest player to appear at the tournament and the youngest to score.On top of that, Spain came away with the trophy after beating England 2-1 in the final.Yamal opened up about his career and life in a recent interview with Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo.Read More in FootballThe teenager sensationally admitted he is afraid of kangaroos.He also revealed which one of his team-mates he would find “impossible” to live with.Responding to the question, he said: “The others are afraid to say Gavi.”Who wants to live with Gavi? It’s impossible.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSYamal claimed that Gavi would be hardest to live withCredit: GettyYamal was awarded the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony last year following his successful season with Barcelona.He was also named in The Best FIFA Men’s XI.Lamine Yamal accidentally shows world his naked Spain team-mates in live social media blunder after England win In the recent interview with Mundo Deportivo, Yamal also revealed which three players he would most like to play alongside at Barcelona.He said: “[Jamal] Musiala, Neymar, Savinho.”But out of all three players, the forward admitted he would like to see Barcelona sign Musiala the most.He added: “You want me to say Neymar… but no: Musiala, who has a contract.” More

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      Boxer at centre of Beterbiev vs Bivol ‘poison’ scandal caught up in SPY row after dad claims mole was planted in camp

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      FLOYD SCHOFIELD’S late withdrawal from his world title fight with Shakur Stevenson is at the centre of wild allegations of spying and food poisoning.The two former lightweight sparring partners were due to feature on Saturday night’s super-card in Saudi Arabia.Floyd Schofield’s camp claim a spy infiltrated their campCredit: GettyFloyd Schofield Sr posted a video of his son in a hospital bed after an alleged ‘spiking’Credit: Twitter Shakur Stevenson was set to fight Schofield on Saturday nightCredit: GettyBut cracks appeared to show at Tuesday evenings glitzy Grand Arrivals in Riyadh – a day before every boxer spoke to on-ground media.It was on the Monday that both Schofield and his dad and trainer Floyd Sr accused Stevenson of hiring a MOLE to spy on their camp.Jr told SecondsOut said: “We had a couple things in camp that was like, ‘What the hell.'”But we got past that. It didn’t effect nothing from our training, it didn’t effect anything it was just certain people that we thought that we could trust that we couldn’t trust.”READ MORE IN BOXINGExplaining how he caught the alleged double agent, Schofield added: “We caught them doing stuff. Before it was accusations until we were actually able to prove it.”It was sad because we knew these people since I was like seven-years-old. So we just had to remove them from camp and get back right.”Schofield claimed his passport was tampered with and tyres on his car stabbed by the apparent double crosser.But then Schofield amazingly backtracked: “We’re not saying it’s Shakur, we’re having fun with everything. We’re doing what he does, we love trolling.”Most read in BoxingSchofield’s no-show at the Grand Arrivals led to questions over the state of Stevenson’s WBC title defence.And on Wednesday, news broke that the undefeated 22-year-old had been pulled out of the bout by the British Boxing Board of Control – overseeing the event.Floyd Schofield health update as boxer’s father shares scary video from hospital amid ‘poison’ scandal It came just hours after Schofield Sr sensationally claimed his son had been SPIKED.He shared a text message which read: “This isn’t something to take lightly. I’m not trying to play no games. I got love for y’all and looking out, but they spiked your son”.And Floyd Sr later told talkSPORT: “Floyd will be OK and make a full recovery… Someone tried to kill him.”Stevenson denied the allegations of poisoning and spying on opponent Schofield.He told Ring Magazine: “I try not to get into all the clown stuff. I know it’s clown business. When you try to insert yourself into that y’re kinda going with the circus.”I’m trying to stay away from the circus. Truthfully, I know it’s some clown stuff. None of my former opponents have ever said any of this stuff. They never complained about anything.”BBBoC general secretary Robert Smith also responded to the allegations live on radio.Smith said: “All I can tell you is that he went to a hospital and he’s been deemed not to box.”Of course, it concerns me. It concerns me a lot about what the parents say when they don’t know the full facts.”When we get the full facts we will be able to find out what the full situation is. “At the moment we don’t know other than the fact that the kid is unfit to box.”But of course, it concerns me what people say. People can throw things out there all the time and then we have to look into, which we will.”Stevenson, 27, will now fight late substitute Josh Padley, 29, who flew out with just three days till fight night.And Schofield was hospitalised with illness as his promoters Golden Boy released a statement.It read: “Yesterday, Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield Jr. fell ill and was transported to the hospital as a precautionary measure.”In the interest of Schofield’s health and safety, the British Boxing Board of Control made the decision to cancel his scheduled bout against Shakur Stevenson.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Schofield has since been discharged from the hospital and is awaiting the results of his medical evaluation.”We extend our gratitude to HE Turki Alalshikh, SELA, and the medical professionals who provided Schofield with care.”Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Start time, TV channel, full card – everything you need to know for MASSIVE Saudi rematch More

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      Wrexham ace and son of Premier League hero shares horror pics of car crash that could’ve killed him ‘in blink of an eye’

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      WREXHAM midfielder Elliot Lee has opened up about the horrific car accident he suffered last week.Lee was taken to hospital on February 11 after he was involved in a two-car collision while travelling home from the Racecourse Ground.Wrexham midfielder Elliot Lee has opened up about his car accidentCredit: PAThe 30-year-old’s car was completely damagedCredit: Instagram / elliotlee9The front of the vehicle was smashedCredit: Instagram / elliotlee9Lee avoided any serious injuriesCredit: Instagram / elliotlee9The 30-year-old had just featured for Wrexham against Bolton in the EFL Trophy.A club statement from the Welsh side the following day read: “Wrexham AFC can confirm that last night, after the Vertu Trophy match against Bolton Wanderers, a first-team player (Elliot Lee) was involved in a road traffic incident when returning home.”The incident involved one other car and resulted in the drivers of both cars being taken to hospital.”Emergency services were quickly on the scene and the Club would like to thank them for their prompt response and action.”Read More in FootballWrexham also confirmed that Lee suffered no major injuries.The midfielder did not feature for the club against Northampton at the weekend or Leyton Orient on Tuesday evening.But he took to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon to give fans an update.Lee wrote: “Last Tuesday night I found out just how fragile life is and in the blink of an eye, through no fault of your own, it has the potential to change drastically.Most read in EFLThe midfielder’s dad, Rob Lee, is a former Premier League playerCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun”Thankfully I had someone looking over me, but I’m well aware of how different the outcome could’ve been.”It has been overwhelming to see how much people care and the love and support I have around me with my family and friends. It has been a tough week, but I’m feeling very lucky and very grateful.Wrexham stars get raunchy dance lesson from Channing Tatum in brilliant Super Bowl advert”Thank you to the emergency services for all their help and for all the kind messages I have received, it means a lot.”And lastly a huge thank you to @kevmulholland @adermmm and my partner for rushing to my aid and spending all night in the hospital with me.”Hoping to be back on the pitch asap.”Lee also shared a picture of the damage to his car, with the front of the vehicle completely smashed.The midfielder joined Wrexham from Luton Town in 2022 and has since made 134 appearances.The midfielder has also played for the likes of West Ham and Barnsley.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe made two Premier League appearances for the Hammers and was loaned out five times – to Southend United, Luton, Blackpool and twice to Colchester United.Lee is also the son of ex-Prem star Rob Lee, who played for West Ham, Newcastle and made 21 appearances for England. More

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      EFL club takeover takes major step forward after rapper A$AP Rocky is found not guilty in gun trial

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      A$AP ROCKY’S shock takeover of Tranmere Rovers has moved a step closer after he was found not guilty in a gun trial.The rapper was facing two felony counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm following an incident in 2021.A$AP Rocky was found not guilty of firing a gun at a former friendCredit: GettyHe celebrated as he left an LA court with pop star wife RihannaCredit: The Mega AgencyA$AP Rocky is involved in a consortium that wants to buy Tranmere RoversCredit: GettyRocky had been accused of shooting at his former friend and rapper A$AP Relli several times after a dispute in Hollywood.The hip-hop artist, who is married and has two young kids with pop star Rihanna, was facing multiple years in prison if the prosecution was successful.But the verdict from a Los Angeles court today was that Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was not guilty.The defence successfully argued that he fired blanks from a prop gun he got from a music video set.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was overcome with emotion when the verdict was read out, hugging his family and wife Rihanna as she burst into tears.Rocky was defended in court by renowned attorney Joe Tacopina.As SunSport exclusively revealed in October, the lawyer and rapper are both part of an American consortium interested in buying Tranmere Rovers.Rocky’s not guilty verdict is a major boost in their hopes of taking over the League Two side before the start of next season.Most read in EFLJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe group are in talks with current owner Mark Palios about a deal.Tranmere are involved in a battle to avoid the drop at the bottom of the fourth tier and sit just two points above the relegation zone.Rihanna shares very raunchy Valentine’s Day video with A$AP RockyThe Merseyside club staying in the division is also key to the deal. A behind-the-scenes documentary on Tranmere similar to the one about Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney buying Wrexham could be commissioned by a TV giant.Tacopina served as an attorney for Donald Trump in his case involving payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels and in a civil rape, sexually assault and defamation case with E. Jean Carroll.The lawyer has previously owned shares in Italian clubs Roma, Bologna, Venezia and SPAL.Two-time Grammy nominated Rocky has had two No1 albums in the US and has a reported net worth of £15million.The rapper’s attorney Joe Tacopina [right] is involved in the Tranmere dealCredit: The Mega Agency More

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      I helped guide my team from fourth tier to the top division.. but highlight was falling in love with and marrying MASCOT

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      MARKUS KRoSCHE was named in SC Paderborn’s Team of the Century – and he even married the club MASCOT.The Eintracht Frankfurt CEO, 44, is one of European football’s rising stars in the boardroom.Markus Krosche, sporting director of Eintracht Frankfurt, met his wife Viktoria when she was a mascotCredit: GettyViktoria donned the costume for Holli the Mouse at Paderborn games in the early 2000sCredit: GettyKrosche started his football journey in more modest surroundings, signing his first pro papers with Werder Bremen aged 15.He would go on to spend the majority of his career with Paderborn, where he became a club legend. As a tough-tackling midfielder, Krosche helped lift the club from the fourth tier all the way to the Bundesliga.Krösche played almost 400 games for Paderborn and skippered the side in the top-flight. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut it was the club’s mascot – mouse Holli – that had a lasting effect on the former German under-21 international. Speaking to BILD, Krosche revealed: “My [now] wife worked for an agency that marketed the mascot. “She worked there alongside her studies and accompanied Holli to appointments as a photographer, among other things. “That’s how we met.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSKrosche confirmed that his wife Viktoria would also help out as Holli on some match days.He added with a laugh: “It’s true, yes. That’s our story.”Club mascot provokes opposition players, starts a fight, gets sent off and then does Ronaldo’s siu celebrationThe pair now have two teenage daughters – Maya and Clara – with the family still living in Paderborn. Krosche worked as a sporting director at RB Leipzig before landing his current role with Frankfurt.The club have enjoyed success in recent seasons, winning the Europa League in 2022 and finishing 6th in the Bundesliga last term.Krosche admits he was fortunate to enjoy such a stunning career – as he lacked “outstanding skills.”He added: “I wouldn’t sign me at all because I didn’t have any outstanding skills. “No good technique, no outstanding header, I wasn’t particularly fast. “I would definitely fail our scouting team. READ MORE SUN STORIES”[Frankfurt Director] Charly Korbel once told me that he wanted to sign me to Eintracht in the mid-2000s. “The manager at the time turned me down – I would have done the same!” More

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      Lucas Paqueta facing weeks out with ankle injury that could see him miss four crucial West Ham clashes

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      LUCAS PAQUETA is facing up to a month on the sidelines with an ankle injury.The West Ham midfielder, 27, limped out of training at the London Stadium on Tuesday as Graham Potter’s side prepare to face Arsenal this weekend.Crocked Hammer Lucas Paqueta could miss four Prem gamesCredit: RexGraham Potter’s West Ham squad has been plagued by injuriesCredit: GettyPaqueta had only just returned from a groin injury which saw him miss the Hammers’ defeat to Chelsea.The Brazilian was assessed on Wednesday by club medics and is facing three to four weeks out.That could see Paqueta miss the next four West Ham games, with Potter’s side facing Arsenal, Leicester, Newcastle and Everton before mid-March.Paqueta started up front against Brentford, with new man Evan Ferguson on the bench as he continues to recover from his own ankle injury.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPotter is having to deal with an ever-growing injury list.The ex-Chelsea boss has only been able to play Paqueta, Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus together once since replacing Julen Lopetegui last month.Bowen has returned from a broken foot, but Michail Antonio will not play again this season.Meanwhile, summer signings Crysensio Summerville and Niclas Fullkrug are both sidelined with hamstring injuries.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSVladimir Coufal also missed Saturday’s defeat to Brentford through injury.Antonio has been working on his recovery from his horror car crash in December, with a training camp in Dubai last week.Declan Rice’s cringeworthy Valentine’s Day pick-up lines re-emerge in incredible video years before Arsenal transfer The plague of fitness issues has sparked talk of the Hammers showing interest in Tammy Abraham.The ex-Chelsea forward, 27, is on loan at AC Milan from Roma.But it’s reckoned the 11-cap Englishman would ultimately prefer a return to the Prem.And a permanent summer switch back to Britain could be on the cards. More