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      Man Utd forced to make major kit change for Europa League final thanks to Spurs’ 64-year tradition

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will wear their red home shirts with black shorts and black socks for tomorrow’s Europa League final.The Red Devils have only worn the red, black, black combination once this season.Man Utd wore their red, black, black kit combination against Real SociedadCredit: GettyTottenham famously wear all white in European gamesCredit: GettyOrdinarily Ruben Amorim’s side would wear red shirts with white shorts and black socks.But with Tottenham having been drawn as the home team for the Europa League final, their home kit takes precedence.In the Premier League, Ange Postecoglou’s men wear white shirts with navy shorts and white socks.For European games, however, Spurs wear all-white due to a 64-year-old tradition.READ MORE ON MAN UTDRules dictate that clubs cannot wear the same colour shirts, shorts or socks.So with Tottenham set to wear white shorts, Man Utd will switch to black.The Red Devils have worn their red, black, black combination once this season.That came in the 1-1 Europa League draw with Real Sociedad in March.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMan Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashJoshua Zirkzee gave United a 57th minute lead on that occasion, with Mikel Oyarzabal levelling 13 minutes later.Man Utd’s goalkeeper will wear green in Bilbao, while Tottenham’s will be in yellow.Welcome to Bilbao’s San Mames stadium ahead of Europa League final between Man Utd and SpursSpurs’ all-white tradition dates back to 1961.Having become the first English side of the 20th century to win the league and FA Cup double, Bill Nicholson’s side entered the European Cup for the first time.The popular story suggests that Tottenham changed to all-white in order to emulate the famous Real Madrid side of the time.But in reality, Nicholson, ever the innovator, made the change for practical reasons – deciding that an all-white kit would help visibility under the dodgy floodlights of the time.The change has served Spurs well over the years, with the Lilywhites having won two Uefa Cups and a Uefa Cup Winners’ Cup.Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clash More

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      Jake Paul issues update on Anthony Joshua fight and brutally reveals why he can KO former heavyweight champ

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      JAKE PAUL doubled down on fighting Anthony Joshua in 2026 – and says he even expects to knock out the former heavyweight champion. The YouTuber-turned-boxer brazenly called out AJ on his podcast – prompting Joshua to phone up Paul.Jake Paul doubled down on fighting Anthony Joshua in 2026Credit: SplashAJ and Jake Paul agreed to the fight over the phoneCredit: ReutersAnd the two are said to have struck a verbal agreement to fight next year – with Paul aiming a brutal dig at Joshua while vowing to KO him. He told Ariel Helwani: “Yeah, we talked on the phone for like ten minutes and we’re both down. I said 2026 and he was like, ‘Alright, let’s get it.’ “We’re gonna make it happen so I think that’s going to be a mega-fight next year and something fun to test my skills at heavyweight. “But I think his chin’s gone and especially if he fights another time or two in between the end of 2026. READ MORE IN BOXING”I love Anthony, he’s always supported me, I’ve always supported him but I just do believe I can beat him in a fight.” Paul’s last fight was up at heavyweight when Mike Tyson controversially made a comeback aged 58. But a huge 100 MILLION tuned in to watch on Netflix as Paul won an eight-round decision in Texas. He weighed 227lb (16st 2lb) which is still TWO STONE lighter than Joshua, 35, was before his September KO loss to Daniel Dubois, 27. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSNow Paul, 28, returns on June 28 back down at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb against ex-middleweight champ Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39.It comes after Canelo Alvarez, 34, walked away from a shock deal to face Paul on May 3 in Las Vegas.Tyson Fury’s DMs to Jake Paul leaked ahead of potential Tommy rematchThe Mexican great instead signed a four-bout deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh, beating William Scull, 32, to regain his undisputed throne. Now Canelo is due to take the 168lb super-middleweight title into a showdown with unbeaten American Terence Crawford, 37, in September. Paul was also linked with an exhibition bout against Gervonta Davis, 30, despite their SIX STONE weight difference. But Davis is set to rematch Lamont Roach, 29, in the summer after their controversial March draw.And Paul said: “That was on the one yard as well, but he has to rematch Lamont Roach.“He wants to get that back. Then we will be back in discussions with Mr. Gervonta.”But this is the nature of boxing, you have massive fights on the one-yard line and then they fall through.”Read More on The SunPaul revealed an exhibition – where he would weigh 195lb – over ten round is still on the table for Davis later in the year. He added: “We’re working on it behind the scenes to make that happen.” Gervonta Davis is set to rematch Lamont RoachCredit: AP More

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      ‘Deal done’ – Tyson Fury makes major announcement after business meeting with manager and dad John

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      TYSON FURY has inked a “deal” just hours after revealing he had a massive meeting on the cards.The Gypsy King revealed to his 6.4million Instagram followers on Monday that he and dad John were attending an important “business meeting”.Tyson Fury recently attended a business meeting with his dad, John.Credit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONSFURYThe Gypsy King has seemingly hammered out a deal with the help of his old man and manager Spencer BrownCredit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONSFURYIn a video story update, the former two-time heavyweight champion said: “Business meeting today, dad. En-route. Incoming, incoming.”Fury’s update sent boxing fans into a frenzy, with several of them assuming his meeting was about a ring return.The Wythenshawe warrior failed to provide clarity on the topic of the meeting, although he’s since revealed it was a fruitful one.Late on Monday, he posted a picture of himself with his dad and manager Spencer Brown to his story with “done deal” emblazoned across it.READ MORE IN BOXINGFury, 36, has yet to reveal details of the agreement he’s reached.But fight fans will be hoping it’s a deal for him to return to the ring later this year.Fury hung up his gloves for a FIFTH TIME in January in protest at his second-straight defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.But he performed an unsurprising U-turn last month when he campaigned for a trilogy fight with the undefeated Ukrainian.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe fan favourite has ramped up training in recent weeks and has continued to drop hints that he will return to the ring.A long-overdue Battle of Britain with Anthony Joshua is on the cards for Fury should he decide to lace up his gloves again.AJ to have surgery this week as Hearn reveals ‘encouraging’ Fury fightThe domestic dust-up was seemingly a dead cert after Fury’s failure to exact revenge on Usyk in their rematch last December.It appeared to be dead in the water when Fury announced his fifth retirement with a bizarre reference to highway robber Dick Turpin.But it’s back on the table following his latest U-turn, which prompted long-time AJ promoter Eddie Hearn to exclusively tell SunSport: “Tyson Fury is a big tease.”Every day, I open up Instagram, like today, and he’s got his wraps on saying he’s done 12 rounds.”He looks super fit, Tyson Fury. He looks like he’s ready to go now, which is encouraging.”But, obviously, probably the delay that AJ’s got is a blessing, to be honest with you.”One, you’ve got Usyk against Dubois coming up, so that gives you a little bit of time. “Read More on The Sun”And number two, you’ve got Tyson Fury. Who could potentially come back to the ring.”So it’s gonna be interesting to see what plays out.” More

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      Bruno Fernandes is so ‘football sick’ his Man Utd team-mates spotted him watching obscure Polish match on train platform

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      BRUNO FERNANDES watches so much football that he’s been accused of being sickeningly obsessed with it.The Manchester United star was recently caught watching a random Polish match while waiting for a train with his team-mates.Bruno Fernandes was spotted watching a random Polish game on his phone recentlyFernandes is the brains of the good side of Man UtdFernandes’ former Red Devils team-mate Juan Mata called the soon to be 31-year-old midfielder “football sick”.According to The Telegraph, United players spotted their captain glued to a screen while they waited on platform for a train last month.The squad soon saw that Fernandes was watching an obscure match from Poland’s Ekstraklasa while travelling to an away game.No outfield player across Europe’s top five leagues has made more appearances (288) or played more minutes (24,474) than the Portugal midfielder since he moved to Old Trafford from Sporting Lisbon for an initial £47 million in February 2020.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut as Fernandes prepares for his 63rd and biggest game of another horror campaign, his team-mates will again look to him for all the answers in Wednesday’s all-English Europa League final against Spurs in Bilbao.This will be Fernandes’ fifth final with United, winning just two and losing the 2021 Europa League crunch clash on penalties to Villarreal.Manager Ruben Amorim, 40, said recently United could do with “two Brunos” to which one insider quipped: “How about 10?”.No midfielder in Europe’s top five leagues has had more goal involvements since February 2020 than Fernandes’s 112.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordManchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne is second with 100, while Fernandes also beats the Belgian’s 430 chances created with 535.In another dismal season, Fernandes has 17 goals across all competitions along with 14 assists.Bruno Fernandes matches Cristiano Ronaldo record as he wins Man Utd award – but admits he DOESN’T want itNo outfield player across Europe’s top five leagues has made more appearances since Fernandes joined United in 2020And he equalled Cristiano Ronaldo by winning the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award for a fourth time last week.Amorim’s men have been a different beast in European competition, with Fernandes setting the all-time goal contribution record in Europa League history (41).And club legend Roy Keane believes Fernandes could be the X-factor in Bilbao.Keane, who slammed Fernandes earlier this season, told Sky Sports: “You still have to fancy United. “Someone like Bruno can produce, the history of Manchester United still carries a little bit of weight.”United’s history in finals compared to Spurs’. That might edge it for them, and I think Bruno can produce that bit of magic.”Journalist Ben Jacobs reports that Al-Hilal are ready to pay Fernandes a staggering £65million per season on a three-year deal.Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clash More

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      What Erling Haaland told Crystal Palace star about why he wasn’t taking FA Cup final penalty

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      ERLING HAALAND told Daniel Munoz that he gave up Manchester City’s penalty in Saturday’s FA Cup final because Omar Marmoush is “also a good kicker”, the Crystal Palace star has claimed.Haaland, 24, is City’s top scorer this season with 21 Premier League goals.Erling Haaland initially grabbed the ballCredit: ReutersHaaland, 24, the handed it to Omar MarmoushCredit: GettyDean Henderson went on to save Marmoush’s penaltyCredit: GettyThe Norwegian has taken seven penalties this term, scoring four of them.Trailing 1-0 on Saturday, City were awarded a spot kick for Tyrick Mitchell’s foul on Bernardo Silva.Haaland initially grabbed the ball, before surprisingly giving it to Marmoush.The Egyptian had never previously taken a penalty for City, but scored four out of four for Eintracht Frankfurt during the first half of the season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPalace’s Wembley hero Dean Henderson, who had been fortunate not to be sent off for a deliberate handball, guessed right and saved Marmoush’s spot-kick, with Palace going on to win 1-0.Colombian Munoz earned the player of the match award at Wembley, having set up Eberechi Eze’s winner.Speaking to 10Sports in his homeland, the wing-back said of the spot kick incident: “I asked him (Haaland) why he didn’t take the penalty, since he was the team’s top scorer.”And he told me that his team-mate was also a good kicker. So, I told him, ‘If you don’t take the penalty, he’ll miss.’ And he missed.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordDaniel Munoz was brilliant in Saturday’s FA Cup finalCredit: AlamyAfter the game, Henderson also suggested that Haaland should have taken it.The Palace stopper told ITV: “To be fair, [Erling] Haaland might have stepped up, I wasn’t sure which way he’d go.How Crystal Palace outsmarted Man City in FA Cup final”He gave it to [Omar] Marmoush, I knew which way he was going. I knew I’d save it.”Wayne Rooney, working as a pundit at Wembley for the BBC, was critical of Haaland’s decision to hand off the penalty.The Manchester United legend said: “I don’t think he’s given it away.”I think it’s been taken off him before the game, I think it’s been decided (pre-match).”When presenter Gary Lineker, who will leave the BBC after this Sunday’s Match of the Day, added “you can’t override the manager”, Rooney insisted: “There’s moments you can. And I think Haaland should have taken the penalty.”Man City ratingsMANCHESTER CITY were stunned by Crystal Palace at Wembley, condemning Pep Guardiola to a first trophyless season in eight years.After the final, Pep Guardiola admitted that he didn’t know why Haaland hadn’t take the penalty.The Man City boss, 54, said: “They decided on the pitch.”I don’t know. I didn’t speak with them. I thought he (Haaland) would want to take it. These are things for them.Read More on The Sun”That moment for the free kick, for the penalty, it’s the feeling and how they feel. They decided Omar was ready to take it. Henderson made a good save.”Haaland extended his streak of never scoring at Wembley to five games, with City set to go trophyless this season for the first time since the 2016-17 season.Crystal Palace ratingsCRYSTAL PALACE secured their first ever trophy with a famous FA Cup final victory over Manchester City. More

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      Arsenal vs Barcelona – Women’s Champions League 2025 final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream

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      ARSENAL and Barcelona meet in a monumental Women’s Champions League final in Lisbon!The Gunners reached the big one after overturning their first-leg deficit to batter Olympique Lyonnais 4-1 in the second leg.Arsenal fought back to down Olympique Lyonnais in the semi-finalsCredit: GettyBarcelona battered Chelsea 8-2 on aggregateCredit: GettyWhile Barcelona THRASHED treble-winning Chelsea 8-2 on aggregate in their semi-final.The Gunners were last in the final for Europe’s biggest prize 18 years ago – when they beat Swedish side Umea in a two-legged playoff with Alex Scott scoring the only goal of the tie.Arsenal face a tough test in Barcelona, who are aiming to win the Champions League for the third year in a row.Barca’s back-to-back Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati said she’s “surprised” the Gunners have made it to the final, but did say it was deserved.Spain ace Bonmati said: “For me, it was a surprise Arsenal reaching the final.”They absolutely deserve it, because scoring four goals against Lyon in the second leg is not easy at all.”I congratulate them for that because I think it was a big surprise, but a well deserved one.”BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKWhen is Arsenal vs Barcelona?Arsenal vs Barcelona takes place on Saturday, May 24.Most read in Champions LeagueThe match kicks off at 5pm BST.Lisbon’s Estadio Jose Alvalade plays host.What TV channel and live stream is Arsenal vs Barcelona on?Arsenal vs Barcelona will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1 and DAZN in the UK.TNT and DAZN’s coverage gets underway an hour before at 4pm.DAZN will also be showing the game for FREE on their YouTube channel.What have they said?Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers: “We respect them highly as a team. “They’re very intelligent players, all of them, and technically capable, so it’s going to be a new challenge. I think that it’s a challenge that we haven’t faced yet in the league or in the Champions League.”We’re going to try to replicate as many moments as possible in training and in meetings and prepare the players for everything that’s going to come. “But even the pressure and the day of the final and all the aspects of it, we’re going to try and prepare for. But I think when the moment is there, it’s going to be so special.” More

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      Man Utd legend agrees deal to manage in non-league after dismal season saw him relegated from EFL

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Mark Hughes will manage in the National League next season.The 61-year-old has agreed to remain as Carlisle United boss following the club’s relegation from League Two.Carlisle United have been relegated to the National LeagueCredit: AlamyMark Hughes is staying on as managerCredit: RexHughes thanked supporters in an official statement, which read: “I’m thrilled to be staying at the club.”Since joining back in February, the support I’ve received from the fans has been exceptional – thank you.”I hope to see more of the same next season as we aim for an immediate return to the EFL.”Carlisle chief Tom Piatak added: “Mark brought the squad together during the closing stretch of the season and gave us a fighting chance. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”His leadership, composure, and connection with the players was clear, and we’re confident in his ability to lead us forward.”Hughes’ relegation to the fifth tier comes just six-and-a-half years after he was managing Southampton in the Premier League.He has been in charge of Wales and six top-flight sides during his lengthy career in Blackburn, Manchester City, Fulham, QPR and Stoke.But Sparky has been in League Two since his initial shock return to the dugout with Bradford in 2022.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThough he lasted just 18 months at Valley Parade before being sacked.Managing in the lower leagues in England does not bother Hughes, exclusively telling SunSport: “I have no ego.Man Utd legend, 61, set to take charge of National League side as he says ‘it wouldn’t be beneath me’“Just because I played for United and managed clubs like City, or led my country, doesn’t mean being in charge of a National League team would somehow be beneath me.“Maybe other people might feel that but not me, even if I recognise  it would be pretty unique for someone with some of the high spots I’ve had in my career.“I showed how much I still love being a manager by going to Bradford — when you’ve been a manager as long as I have you just miss that buzz of standing on the touchline at three o’clock on a Saturday afternoon.”Back in his playing days, Hughes starred for the likes of Man Utd, Barcelona. Bayern Munich and Chelsea.He won two Prem titles, three FA Cups and the Cup Winners’ Cup in a glittering seven seasons at Old Trafford.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      Tom Brady’s Birmingham release FIFTEEN players including former Premier League star just weeks after promotion

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      BIRMINGHAM CITY have released FIFTEEN players just weeks after the club’s promotion to the Championship.Tom Brady’s ruthless side acted decisively after breaking the all-time EFL points record with 108 on their way to winning in League One.Part-owner of Brimingham City Tom Brady has released 15 players after winning promotionCity won automatic promotion from League One on April 8Credit: PAFormer Premier League star Grant Hanley has been released following the end of his six-month dealGrant Hanley and Lee Myung-Jae – who both joined the club in January – have been released following the expiration of their contracts.Scotland defender Hanley, 33, made 79 appearances in the Premier League across spells with Blackburn and Norwich City.While Luke Harris, Kieran Dowell and Ben Davies have returned to their parent clubs following respective loan spells.Boss Chris Davies has kept his main men and reportedly wants around six key signings this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe brutal sword saw TEN youngsters axed and told to find other clubs.Ben Beresford, Junior Dixon, Taylor Dodd, Laiith Fairnie, Harley Hamilton and Josh Home will all leave this summer.Joining them out the door are Femi Olofinjana, Sahid Kamara, Stoyan Pergelov and Oliver Sayer.Meanwhile, long-serving striker Lukas Jutkiewicz has retired from football following nine years and 358 appearances for the Club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBirmingham said: “We thank each player for their efforts during their time at Blues and wishes them every success in their future careers.”The club were keen to keep Rangers star Davies on a permanent basis, but a deal with the Scottish side couldn’t be met.Tom Brady and Tom Wagner branded ’embarrassment’ for Wembley antics after Birmingham’s cup final defeat to Peterborough Teams often let go of players after a promotion to upgrade their squad for the higher league, manage finances, and create space for new signings.Fellow newly promoted side Wrexham also released a hefty amount of their squad after each of their three back-to-back promotions.Wrexham’s latest cull saw owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney say goodbye to eight players who helped them climb the ranks.This includes former Premier League star Steven Fletcher, who has previously stated that it was not his choice to leave.Local lad Jordan Davies, Mark Howard, Harry Dean, Brad Foster, Josh Adam and Liam Hall will all miss out on Championship action too. More