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      Notts County manager Stuart Maynard SACKED just days after League Two play-off semi-final heartache

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      NOTTS COUNTY have sacked manager Stuart Maynard.The Magpies reached the League Two play-offs but were beaten by AFC Wimbledon in the semi-finals.Notts County have sacked manager Stuart MaynardCredit: ReutersNotts County were one of the favourites to win promotion before the start of the season and that was the aim of the club’s owners, Chris and Alex Reedtz.The pair released a joint statement announcing their reason for sacking Maynard.It reads: “After being unable to achieve our aim of winning promotion this season, we share the disappointment felt by everyone connected with the club.“While football is a game of fine margins, and Stuart undoubtedly faced numerous challenges over the course of the campaign, neither results nor performances reached the levels we believe the team was capable of – particularly during the defining period towards the end.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Stuart leaves with our very best wishes and gratitude for his considerable commitment and dedication to the role.“In the near future we will provide a comprehensive update to supporters, offering more of our own reflections on the 2024-25 campaign while also outlining our approach to next season and beyond.“Alongside our recently-appointed Head of Football, Roberto Gagliardi, our work is well underway to identify the correct coaching team and new signings to join us on these important next steps of our journey.“We are highly optimistic about the club’s future and remain as committed as ever to helping Notts County achieve its immense potential.”Most read in EFLBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSMaynard, 44, joined County in January 2024, finishing 14th last season before guiding the club to the play-offs.He won 28 of his 73 matches in charge but fell short against AFC Wimbledon, losing 2-0 on aggregate.Former Premier League club closing in on return to EFL despite finishing 23 POINTS behind play-off opponentsFollowing that defeat Maynard revealed he was “confident” he would keep his job. More

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      Son Heung-min suffers freak injury during Tottenham’s Europa League final celebrations after being hit in head by TROPHY

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      SON HEUNG-MIN has left Bilbao with a painful reminder of Tottenham’s wild celebrations. The South Korean forward, 32, came off the bench during Spurs’ historic 1-0 win over Manchester United on Wednesday.Son Heung-Min has finally got his hands on a trophy at SpursCredit: GettyThe South Korean suffered some battle scars during the celebrationsCredit: Instagram / spursofficialThe 32-year-old hit himself in the forehead with the Europa League trophyCredit: Instagram / spursofficialSon was left with a red mark following the unfortunate accidentCredit: Instagram / spursofficialSon joined his teammates to celebrate on the field at the San Mames Stadium after the full-time whistle. But he walked away with a swollen forehead after being whacked by the Europa League trophy. In the carnage of the celebrations, a dazed Son was seen holding his hair back to reveal a red mark. In a video shared by Spurs’ X account, Son shouted: “Look at this!READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”I lift [the trophy] – somebody pushed me, and I [hit my] head with the trophy!”One fan laughed in response: “To be fair he’s never held a trophy before.”Another said: “Summaries this season perfectly, we even get injuried when lifting the trophy.”While a third joked: “That’s peak Spurs energy even when they win, chaos tags along!”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnd a fourth added: “I love this guy so much. Son was overlooked for a winners’ medal after an embarrassing mix-up by Uefa.Inside Tottenham’s wild dressing room and team bus celebrations after winning Europa LeagueThe forward – alongside Cristian Romero and Rodrigo Bentancur -missed out as they were at the back of the line and the medals ran out. But the South Korean was far from bothered and later received his gong in the dressing room. He told TNT Sports: “Let’s say I’m a legend. Why not?”Only [for] today! 17 years nobody has done it, so today let’s say with amazing players probably a legend of the club.”This is what I’ve always dreamed for. Today is the day it happened. I am the happiest man in the world.” More

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      ‘Like something out of The Office’ say fans after awkward Europa League final moment between Rio Ferdinand & Gareth Bale

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      RIO FERDINAND and Gareth Bale had very different reactions to Brennan Johnson’s winning goal in the Europa League final.Ferdinand, 46, and Bale, 35, were on punditry duties for TNT Sports as Tottenham beat Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao.Rio Ferdinand looked distraught after Brennan Johnson’s goalCredit: X @footballontntGareth Bale, meanwhile, was thrilled to see Spurs go 1-0 upCredit: X @footballontntBoth former superstars were filmed as the action unfolded at San Mames.In footage posted by TNT Sports, Ferdinand could be seen looking crestfallen following Johnson’s scrappy goal.The former Man Utd centre-back said: “It’s a Brennan Johnson chance… oh no.”With Spurs fans celebrating in the background, Ferdinand’s face fell.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe camera then zoomed beyond Ferdinand to show Bale’s jubilant response.Bale, who played 237 times for Spurs across two spells, beamed giddily as he clapped Johnson’s goal.Fans loved the brilliant contrast between the two reactions.One wrote on X: “It’s honestly like something out of The Office the way the camera zooms in on Bale after catching Rio looking crestfallen.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile a second joked: “Seeing Ferdinand like this is beautiful.”A third claimed: “Best thing ive seen all season.”Tottenham Players leave team hotel after Europa League triumph over Man UnitedAnd another added: “Pause everything—Rio and Bale’s goal reaction is comedy gold!”After the game, Bale took a cheeky shot at Man Utd after Tottenham posted a picture of their trophy lift captioned “Spursy”.The Welshman said: “It could be a ‘Unitedy’ thing now, I’m telling you.”Ferdinand grumbled: “Can we get off air now, and talk about this?”Bale then added: “It gets rid of that stigma now for sure and hopefully they can build on it.”It’s amazing for the club, it’s been a long time coming. Now, Ange goes down as a legendary manager, winning a European [trophy].Read More on The Sun”Now they’ve finally got it off their backs, hopefully this is a stepping stone to build off.”They’ll have a cash injection with the Champions League, they’ll be able to get players in and strengthen from there.”MAN UTD VS TOTTENHAM – EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL LIVELatest betting odds, offers and predictions Gareth Bale appeared on TNT Sports alongside Lynsey Hipgrave, Rio Ferdinand and Glenn HoddleCredit: GettyBale poses with former team-mates Son Heung-min and Ben DaviesCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Inside Tyson Fury’s dad John’s glamorous 60th birthday with icon surrounded by fighting family

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      TYSON FURY’S family organised a glamorous birthday party for the boxing legend’s dad John.Tyson’s father turned 60 and the entire family showed up a for a massive do in a swanky venue.Tyson Fury and his wife Paris attended John’s birthday partyTyson’s father John turned 60 years oldJohn thanked the entire Fury family for attendingThe Furys enjoyed a glamorous birthday partyParis shared a number of pics and clips from John’s partyThe Gypsy King attended in one of his usual glitzy suits and was joined by wife Paris who donned a fabulous dress.John, on the other hand, was a lot more casual as he appeared wearing a T-shirt and jeans.Paris shared a number of snaps on Instagram showing the Furys having an absolute ball.She published some videos showing relatives dancing and singing.Read More on BoxingAnd another clip showed John thanking all of his relatives for attending his landmark celebration.Paris issued the following caption: “Well!! Even though it was very last minute to plan.”We had the best night hosting/celebrating Big Johns @gypsyjohnfury.”Surprise 60th birthday ( @hughfury96 & @tiffanyfury05 ‘s too🤪) Me and @tysonfury wanna thank all our friends and family for coming.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”A special thanks to the best party planner @ledigo_events and our favourite venue @mottramhallcheshirefor helping bring the party together.”Boxing fans stormed the comments’ section wishing John a happy birthday and praising the Furys for coming together.How Tyson Fury’s second season of Netflix reality show can be key to finally securing Anthony Joshua fightOne fan posted: “Amazing – you guys know what family is all about.”Another commented: “Incredible.”A third wrote: “What a night.”This fan said: “Stunning.”And that one stated: “Furys throw the best parties.”Paris also thanked the Fury family for attendingParis attended the event in a fabulous dressParis posed for several pics with Fury family membersParis’ photos led to a lot of positive reaction on InstagramParis danced with the rest of the Fury familyParis revealed the whole party was planned at the last minute More

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      Abandoned UK stadium that hosted FA Cup 110 years ago to undergo £130million regeneration after it was left to rot

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      THE CRYSTAL PALACE National Sports Centre – the site of 21 FA Cup finals – is undergoing a £130million refurb and could host top-class athletics by the end of the decade.The iconic sports venue in South London, which includes an abandoned Olympic-standard swimming pool, has fallen into a state of disrepair over the past decade.The Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is set to undergo a major refurbCredit: FAULKNER DOWNESA whopping £130million will be sunk into the venue, which has become agedCredit: FAULKNER DOWNESThe revamp could lead to the venue hosting top athletics by the end of the decadeCredit: FAULKNER DOWNESThe area had been left to rot, with PIGEON POO all over the indoor track, leaks in the roof and floodlights that were closed off on safety grounds.There had also been sightings of foxes and rats darting in-between the rusty old stands.Yet since the summer of 2023, work has begun to restore the arena back to its former glories, starting with long-overdue track repairs.And now “new concept images” have been released by the Mayor of London that show the potential transformation of the outdoor athletics arena and the swimming facilities inside the Grade-II listed building – with a completion date of 2028.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSThe hope is that future Diamond League meetings could be held there in front of a capacity crowd of 35,000.London Mayor Sadiq Khan has pledged millions to improve the sporting facilities at the Sports Centre that opened in 1964 and is just two miles from Selhurst Park, home of FA Cup winners Crystal Palace.And building firm Morgan Sindall Construction have been appointed to deliver the Centre’s improved design and build.A pre-construction period has started, which includes detailed applications for planning and listed building consent, with major works planned to commence in the second half of 2026.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMayor of London Sadiq Khan has pledged millions of pounds to revamp the venueCredit: PAThe redevelopment will include a complete rebuild of the structure of the swimming and diving pools and “improved sporting facilities”.The location holds a special place in British sporting history – with 20 men’s FA Cup finals, excluding replays, held on the same site between 1895 and 1914.How Crystal Palace outsmarted Man City in FA Cup finalIt was also the historic venue for the first Women’s FA Cup final in 1971, which was won by Southampton Ladies.It also hosted some of the greatest international athletics events in the UK – Usain Bolt ran a 200 metres race in front of 15,000 people at the London Grand Prix just weeks before the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.And Steve Ovett, Seb Coe and Steve Cram are among the other track-and-field icons who have raced there.Khan said: “Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is an historic and much-loved sporting and community facility where many UK sporting stars have started their careers and trained but which needs major investment and refurbishment.“I’m committed to this once-in-a-generation redevelopment of the site which will secure its future for decades to come.“With short-term improvements already delivered and Morgan Sindall Construction now appointed to deliver the design and build of the centre.”We look forward to working closely with partners and the local community to create an outstanding sporting venue as we work together to build a better, healthy London for all.” More

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      Georgia O’Connor dead aged 25: Tributes pour in as Brit boxer dies following cancer battle 2 weeks after getting married

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      BOXER Georgia O’Connor has sadly lost her brave fight against cancer. The former Team GB representative – who won Commonwealth Youth gold in 2017 – first revealed her cancer news in January. Georgia O’Connor has sadly lost her brave fight against cancerCredit: PAShe first revealed her cancer news in JanuaryO’Connor married her partner Adriano just before her deathThe boxing hero revealed her marriage two weeks before her sad deathShe was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) – a chronic inflammatory bowel disease.O’Connor had the whole of the boxing world backing her but devastatingly, she has passed away aged 25.Tributes poured in for the heroic fighter, who went 3-0 as a professional after debuting in 2021. Super-middleweight Joe Laws posted a picture of the pair and wrote: “Fighter till the end rest easy bro.” READ MORE IN BOXINGIn her last Instagram post – two weeks before her death – O’Connor revealed she had married her partner Adriano. She posted a picture of her ring and wrote: “The day I married the love of my life.” In February, O’Connor paid a beautiful tribute to her “superhero” Adriano. She posted: “If you have a man who loves you more than anything, who would burn the whole world down before he’d let it take you, hold onto him, because that kind of love is rare.Most read in Boxing”From the moment I was diagnosed with cancer, Adriano didn’t hesitate. He quit his job without a second thought and made it his mission to fight this battle alongside me. “Not just by my side, but leading the charge, doing everything in his power to save me. “Whilst the doctors who neglected me are stuck in their ways, he’s out there driving across Europe, finding treatments they don’t even know exist. “Researching day and night, chasing down every option, making sure I have every single chance to beat this.”I have never known love like this. A love that doesn’t flinch, doesn’t break, doesn’t even hesitate. “A love that says ‘we do this together, no matter what.’ No matter how dark the nights get, no matter how hard the days are, I have him, and he has me.Adriano, you are my superhero. My warrior, my protector, my soulmate. “I have no words strong enough to explain what you mean to me; how much I love you, how much I thank you, how much I need you. “You are my safe place. My home. I could search the world a thousand times over and never find another man like you.”Everything we’ve been through, we go through together. Every fight, every battle, every victory. “We take it all, hand in hand. And we will win. My real-life prince. My reason. My forever.” Inspirational O’Connor was filled with well-wishes in the comments as the boxing community rallied behind the Durham hero. Not only was she a talented boxer, O’Connor also a three-time national taekwondo champion and undefeated kickboxer.Read More on The SunAway from sports, she played guitar and enjoyed singing – posting videos on social media.Promoter Ben Shalom with O’ConnorCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1O’Connor bravely documented her fight on social mediaCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1She had a 3-0 pro recordCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Throwing him under the bus’ – Ruben Amorim takes dig at Alejandro Garnacho leaving Man Utd fans shocked

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left stunned by Ruben Amorim’s digging out of Alejandro Garnacho after the Europa League final.The Argentina international was dropped to the bench for Wednesday’s 1-0 defeat to Tottenham in Bilbao, much to the surprise of many.Alejandro Garnacho was dropped to the bench for the Europa League final against TottenhamCredit: ReutersHe came on late in the second half but was unable to make an impactCredit: PAThe winger was on the receiving end of a brutal dig from manager Ruben Amorim after the matchCredit: GETTYMason Mount replaced Garnacho but was hauled off in the 71st minute after a lacklustre display.And Amorim stunningly lambasted Garnacho for a key miss in the semi-final against Athletic Bilbao when asked bout his decision to start Mount.The Portuguese gaffer said: “It’s easy to say that now.“[But] who missed the big opportunity in the first half in the semi-final? Garnacho. Football is like that.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Old Trafford faithful couldn’t quite believe Amorim’s jibe at the winger, with one saying: “So, he is putting Garnacho under the bus?”Another said: “This is very bad from a good coach.”It seems he’s angry, but the truth is his formation and overall approach were poor, and he’s not ready to take responsibility.”It’s easy to say that now, when Garnacho missed that chance they said why didn’t he play Mount.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMan Utd ratings: Diallo best player in Europa League final but Hojlund out of his depthAMAD DIALLO’S fizzing first-half display was little consolation for Manchester United in a dismal 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.Rasmus Hojlund’s plight up front continued in one of the worst European showpieces for many years – as both sides showed why they will finish in the Premier League lower reaches.Spurs clinched it from virtually their first opportunity – on 42 minutes.Brennan Johnson bundled in Pape Sarr’s inswinging cross, with United left-back Luke Shaw also getting a touch on the way.The Red Devils dictated possession more and more after the break, with Leny Yoro stretching to test Guglielmo Vicario from a free-kick.But United’s chances only arrived regularly in the final quarter of a patchy contest.The Red Devils belatedly piled on the pressure in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but Spurs just held on.Here’s how SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge rated United on a miserable night individually and collectively for Ruben Amorim’s men…And another said: “It’s genius when it works, he’s a fraud when it doesn’t. That’s football.”One remarked: “Amorim made a mistake he must accept it.”Dave Courtnadge reactions as Tottenham beat Man United in Europa League finalAnother chimed in: “This was the wrong call by Amorim. Not in hindsight but in foresight.”Garnacho was far from happy with his place on the bench and let rip at Amorim in a bombshell statement casting doubt over his future at the Theatre of Dreams.He said: “Until the final, I played every round helping the team.”Then the final arrives and I play 20 minutes?! I don’t know.“The final, the season, the whole situation of the club.”I will try to enjoy the summer and then we will see what happens.” More

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      Allegri favourite to replace Ruben Amorim after Man Utd manager threatens to walk with Mourinho and Glasner also in race

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      RUBEN AMORIM is prepared to walk away from Manchester United – but which managers are on the shortlist to replace him?The Portuguese boss, 40, was only appointed SIX months ago but has overseen the worst period in the club’s recent history.Ruben Amorim could be facing the sack after six months at Man UtdUnited missed the chance to end another horror season on a positive note as they were beaten 1-0 by Tottenham in the Europa League final on Wednesday night.Amorim immediately claimed he would quit Off Trafford with no pay-off if the board and fans decide his time is up.He said: “I’m always open, if they feel that I am not the right guy, I will go the next day without any conversation about compensation. “But I will not quit. I am really confident in my job. As you can see, I will not change nothing in how I do things.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited were seven points off a Champions League spot when Amorim replaced Erik ten Hag, but now are a remarkable TWENTY SEVEN points off fifth spot.Yet Sir Jim Ratcliffe and co are backing the man who has picked up just NINE points since December as United hit a new low every week.But while the post Sir Alex Ferguson era has got worse and worse, no manager has suffered the humiliation of being 16th in the Prem table, with the cash-less squad needing an entire overhaul. SunSport takes a look at the six candidates to replace Amorim if he decides to head for the ever-lasting revolving door.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordMassimiliano AllegriFormer Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri leads the betting markets at 4/1, according to Betfair.The pragmatic 58-year-old – once hailed as an “extraordinary technician” by Sir Alex – was a front-runner in October 2024 before Amorim was hired. Allegri has been out of work since being sacked just two days after winning the Coppa Italia with Juve a year ago.It’s claimed that he was involved in angry exchanges with officials, a reporter and sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli after the 1-0 win over Atalanta – which largely contributed to him receiving the boot.The decorated coach won five Serie A titles with Juve, as well as five league cups.He also reached two Champions League finals during his first stint in charge, before returning in 2021 to manage them for a further three years.Allegri first managed AC Milan between 2010 and 2014, winning Serie A in the 2010-11 season.Ex- Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri leads the betting markets to replace AmorimKieran McKennaIpswich boss McKenna was also on United’s shortlist of candidates to replace Ten Hag last year.The Northern Irishman – who was a coach under Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at United – is still held in high regard despite being unable to avoid relegation with the Tractor Boys.McKenna knows United inside out, but whether he’s ready to front England’s biggest team is another story – just look at Amorim.Ipswich won back-to-back promotions from League One to the Prem, ending the club’s 22-year absence, under his tutelage.Kieran McKenna was an under-18s and first team assistant coach at Man Utd before joining IpswichJose Mourinho He couldn’t. Could he?The Special One is a staggering 6/1 favourite to make a stunning return to Old Trafford and take over from his former apprentice.Mourinho guided United to their last European cup victory in 2017 and it’s hard to imagine him losing to Spurs in any final. The 62-year-old, who is just about to finish second in the Super Lig in his debut campaign with Fenerbahce, spent just over two seasons with United before he was sacked in December 2018.The former Chelsea boss then spent two years at Spurs before things turned sour in 2019, with United going trophy-less until 2023.The likelihood of Ratcliffe bringing him back seems slim, especially given his past history with the chaos club who don’t need anymore scandals.But serial winner Mourinho loves the Prem and will believe he can find success anywhere – before inevitably falling out with everybody.Jose Mourinho is a contender to replace AmorimOliver Glasner Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner’s stock is at an all-time high following his FA Cup success against Manchester City.Like Postecoglou ended Spurs’ 17-year drought last night, Glasner won Palace’s first ever trophy in the club’s 120-year history. The 50-year-old has experience of success, having led Eintracht Frankfurt to Europa League glory in 2022.He also lifted the Austrian Cup twice with SV Ried, where he spent most of his playing career.Glasner has never lost or conceded a goal to Man Utd either, smashing them 4-0 within months of going Palace in May 2024.Oliver Glasner has a history of successMauricio PochettinoSpurs fans wanted Pochettino back before Ange delivered a trophy at long last this week.Pochettino, currently paid £4.5m a year in his US national team job, is available at 7/1 to make a return for a fourth stint in the Prem. The Argentine previously managed Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea, who he left by mutual consent last year.But Poch, sacked in 2019, just months after leading Spurs to the Champions League Final, has spoken of “unfinished business” in North London.While 53-year-old was once considered to become a future legendary boss, United fans don’t want to become his fifth Prem club.Pochettino has been lined up to replace Amorim AND Ange PostecoglouGareth SouthgateThe former England boss has been out of management since leaving his role with the Three Lions after the Euro 2024 final.In October, he ruled himself out of any dugout jobs for at least 12 months – but may have turned his back on football for good.Southgate – who is writing a book, been a technical observer for Uefa and gave the BBC’s Richard Dimbleby Lecture – said: “I won’t coach in the next year, for sure. I’m certain of that.”I need to give myself time to make good decisions. When you come out of a really big role you need to give your body time, you need to give your mind time.”Read More on The SunThe ex-Middlesbrough coach was somehow strongly linked to the Old Trafford hotseat last summer, amid uncertainty regarding the future of Ten Hag.Southgate is said to have admirers within Ineos, but the fans will surely riot if he arrives as gaffer.The former Middlesbrough boss has been strongly linked to the Old Trafford hotseatMan Utd ratings: Diallo best player in Europa League final but Hojlund out of his depthAMAD DIALLO’S fizzing first-half display was little consolation for Manchester United in a dismal 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.Rasmus Hojlund’s plight up front continued in one of the worst European showpieces for many years – as both sides showed why they will finish in the Premier League lower reaches.Spurs clinched it from virtually their first opportunity – on 42 minutes.Brennan Johnson bundled in Pape Sarr’s inswinging cross, with United left-back Luke Shaw also getting a touch on the way.The Red Devils dictated possession more and more after the break, with Leny Yoro stretching to test Guglielmo Vicario from a free-kick.But United’s chances only arrived regularly in the final quarter of a patchy contest.The Red Devils belatedly piled on the pressure in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but Spurs just held on.Here’s how SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge rated United on a miserable night individually and collectively for Ruben Amorim’s men… More