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    Lewis Hamilton demands to RETIRE in meltdown at Qatar Grand Prix as time at Mercedes heads for sad ending

    LEWIS HAMILTON had a meltdown and rowed with his team after trying to quit the Qatar Grand Prix early.The seven-time world champion threw his toys out of the pram as he suffered a puncture and a penalty in his second to last race in his Mercedes.Lewis Hamilton was hit with a puncture and penalty during a horror Qatar Grand PrixCredit: GettyHe asked his team to retire the car, a request that was deniedCredit: ReutersHamilton’s race engineer Peter Bonnington said on the team radio: “We have got a drive-through penalty in the pit lane. “It looks like you forgot to press the button on that first time behind the Safety Car.”Hamilton said: “Retire the car, mate. Park the car, mate.Bonnington replied: “Negative.”READ MORE IN F1Meanwhile his old rival from 2021, Max Verstappen, roared “simply lovely” as he produced a fierce drive to overtake pole-sitter George Russell and cross the line six-seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc, while Oscar Piastri came in third.Lando Norris almost snuck into the lead himself at the start but Verstappen just managed to defend his position going through Turn Two.The safety car was called into action when chaos at the start saw Nico Hulkenberg lost the rear of his car and collided into Esteban Ocon who then clipped Franco Colapinto.Lance Stroll and Alex Albon also made contact amid the drama.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOn lap 16, Hamilton, who was eighth, was handed a five-second time penalty for a false start.Russell’s evening went from bad to worse when his rear right tyre got stuck during his pit stop which took seven seconds.Lewis Hamilton in awkward car journey with George Russell and Carlos Sainz after Las Vegas GPDrama erupted when Albon lost his mirror going down the main straight, causing debris to scatter over the track.There was only a matter of time before someone drove over it and lo and behold Valtteri Bottas did, fortunately with no major issues.It caused misery for Hamilton, with the debris causing a puncture for his Mercedes before the safety car was deployed.Carlos Sainz’s car was also damaged, and the Ferrari was in the pits for a whopping nine-seconds.Russell ranted at his team for putting hard tyres on, saying: “Why have we put hards on? Why have we put the s*** hards on? They’re s***”On lap 40 at the restart, Verstappen held off Norris on Turn One to go on the outside after the McLaren got a great slingshot out of the final corner.There was more contact and more chaos as Hulkenberg was beached in the gravel and out of the race while Sergio Perez was gone too.Drama continued as the stewards came down HARD on Norris for not slowing sufficiently for yellow flags, slapping him with a whopping 10-second stop-and-go penalty.READ MORE SUN STORIESHamilton had his meltdown after he was caught speeding in the pit-lane.Verstappen cruised towards victory while Norris snuck back into the points as he moved into tenth.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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    Jamie Carragher tells Mo Salah ‘I’ll meet you in the car park’ as he mocks Roy Keane live on Sky Sports

    JAMIE CARRAGHER mocked Roy Keane as he joked for Mo Salah to meet him in the car park after Liverpool’s win over Manchester City.Salah produced a goal and an assist to sink the champions to a sixth defeat in seven matches.Mo Salah aimed a dig at Jamie Carragher after he won the MOTM awardThe pundit mocked Roy Keane in response to Salah’s jibeCredit: GettyAfter the match he spoke to Sky Sports and was awarded the Man of the Match prize.Salah asked who decided he was worthy of the award, and he was told Gary Neville was responsible.He joked Carragher would not have nominated him after the pundit branded Salah “selfish” over a recent interview.Carragher responded to Salah’s jibe, saying: “I’ll see him in the car park.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat sparked laughter from his colleagues in the studio as Keane allowed himself a wry smile.Just last week Keane was involved in a fiery confrontation with an Ipswich fan at Portman Road as he stood pitchside.The former Ipswich boss told the supporter “I’ll wait for you in the car park” and went face-to-face with his taunter.Salah, 32, hit back at Carragher after Virgil van Dijk quipped: “I’m surprised Carragher wouldn’t give it to you.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUltimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here.A smiling Salah replied: “Ah no, he [Carragher] wouldn’t give it to me. Never. He wouldn’t! I don’t want to talk about this!”Carragher also replied on X, saying: “I would’ve give it to Van Dijk to be fair!”Jamie Carragher slams Mo Salah over ‘selfish’ interview after Liverpool star reveals he’s ‘more out than in’Salah’s comments come after Carragher criticised him for saying he was “more out than in” after not being offered a new contract by Liverpool.Carragher said on Monday Night Football: “Of course, there’s been discussions. Right now, there’s obviously a big difference in valuation, how Salah and his agent value themselves, in terms of length of contract, and how Liverpool do.”So the reason Liverpool wouldn’t have offered a contract yet is because Mo Salah will turn it down.”They’re still in talks, I’m desperate for them to meet in the middle.”But I must say, I am very disappointed with Mo Salah. That interview last night…”Liverpool have Real Madrid in midweek and Manchester City next weekend. That’s the story for Liverpool right now.”And Mo Salah, we’re aware – certainly the local reporters near the club – that in seven years he’s stopped in the mixed zone twice.”That’s absolutely fine.”But he stops for the third time away at Southampton on the back of winning Liverpool the game and putting that out.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If he continues to put comments out or his agent continues to put cryptic tweets out, that is selfish.”That’s thinking about themselves and not the football club.” More

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    Edoardo Bove latest updates: Fiorentina star ‘conscious’ after collapsing on pitch during Inter Milan clash

    EDOARDO BOVE collapsed on the pitch in Fiorentina’s clash against Inter Milan – but reports state that he is now conscious after being treated in hospital.Players and staff formed a wall around the midfielder while medical staff tended to the 22-year-old.Bove was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi Hospital.Follow all the latest with our live blog below…Hospital arrivalsSeveral stars showed up at the hospital in support of Bove.Among the first to arrive at the hospital was captain Cristiano Biraghi. He was joined by Martinez Quarta. Danilo Cataldi – one of the first players to help Bove when he collapsed on the pitch, also visited the hospital. Rolando Mandragora, Pietro Terracciano, Luca Ranieri and Dodo were also seen at the hospital – with several other players making their way over to the medical facility to show their support.Copy linkCopiedFiorentina’s heartfelt messageSerie A outfit Fiorentina sent a heartfelt message to the fans after Edoardo Bove’s collapsing.Copy linkCopiedEdoardo Bove club career stats2021 – Roma – Apps (65) Goals (2)2024 – Fiorentina (on loan) Apps (11) Goals (1)Copy linkCopiedEvan Ndicka It is the second incident this year of a player collapsing during a Serie A match. This happened to Roma defender Evan Ndicka during his team’s match at Udinese in April.The 24-year-old was taken away by medical staff in the 74th minute of the Serie A clash, before the match was abandoned.But he was thankfully in good spirits later on in the evening.Copy linkCopiedIntensive careFiorentina have announced that Edoardo Bove is currently under pharmacological sedation and hospitalised intensive careA statement read: “Bove arrived in stable hemodynamic conditions and the first cardiological and neurological tests performed have ruled out acute damage to the central nervous.Bove will be re-evaluated in the next 24 hours. Thoughts and prayers with Edo 🤍Copy linkCopiedMore tributesSeveral supporters sent their well-wishes on social mediaOne wrote: “I hope they can help him. Awful, awful news to read today. Still holding hope the doctors can heal him.””Thoughts with Bove, his family and @acffiorentina,” wrote another. “We should suspend this match. The players were shaken. They are people too.”Supporters of other clubs also shared messages of support after learning of the news. “Praying for Bove. Everyone deserves to go back home to their family.”Copy linkCopiedDavid De Gea’s tributeFormer Manchester United and current Fiorentina star David de Gea has sent out a heart-felt tribute to teammate Edoardo Bove.De Gea wrote on X: “God Please.”Copy linkCopiedSuspendedFiorentina vs Inter Milan got suspended after Bove’s sudden collapseThe players and staff were quick to surround him.Copy linkCopiedWhat exactly happened?Bove was bending down and tying his laces before standing up and taking a few steps forward before he suddenly collapsed.At 18:48 local time fans started to leave the Stadio Artemio Franchi to go home.The game was then officially postponed to a later date with 17 minutes on the clock.Copy linkCopiedEdoardo Bove update EuroFoot have confirmed that Edoardo Bove is alert, conscious and breathing which is great news.Copy linkCopiedWho is Edoardo Bove?Born in Rome, Edoardo Bove’s paternal family is originally from Naples while his mother is German-Italian.Bove was raised in the quartiere of Appio-Latino and studied at the Massimo Institute in Rome’s neighbourhood.The Italian midfielder started playing football in the Roman club of Boreale Donorione until 2012 when he joined Roma following a successful trial.He was called up by the first team on December 3 for a Europa League match against Young Boys in 2020.However, he made his professional debut for Roma on May 9 in 2021 – scoring his first senior goal in a 2-2 draw against Verona on February 2022.On August 30, 2024, Bove joined fellow Serie A club Fiorentina on a season-long loan with the option to make the move permanent.Copy linkCopiedInter Milan President speaksA statement from Inter Milan president, Beppe Marotta said: “The focus is on the health of a 22-year-old boy, we have absolutely not addressed the issue of when the match will be played.”We will think about it later, now the focus is only on Bove’s health.”Italian outlet Repubblica reports Bove’s illness was caused by an epileptic fit which led to a cardiac arrest on the pitch.”He will now undergo a CT scan.”Copy linkCopiedWorrying scenesThe moment when players noticed Bove had collapsedCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEdoardo Bove’s careerThe Italian midfielder started playing football in the Roman club of Boreale Donorione until 2012 when he joined Roma following a successful trial.He was called up by the first team on December 3 for a Europa League match against Young Boys in 2020.However, he made his professional debut for Roma on May 9 in 2021 – scoring his first senior goal in a 2-2 draw against Verona on February 2022.Copy linkCopiedSerie A statementA Serie A statement said: “The match will not resume and is postponed to a date to be determined.”With the game interrupted, Bove collapsed to the ground and the situation immediately appeared very serious.”An ambulance took the player away.”He was joined by Fiorentina manager Raffaele Palladino at the hospital shortly after, before his father and the mayor of Florence, Sara Funaro, also arrived at the hospital to show their support.Former Manchester United star David de Gea, who joined Fiorentina earlier this season, released a statement on social media praying for Bove’s health.He said: “God please,” followed by a praying hands emoji.Italian tennis player Flavio Cobolli, who is said to be a good friend of Bove since his time at Roma posted a story on Instagram saying: “Come on my friend,” followed by a heart emoji.TNT Sports commentator Adam Summerton said: “Thoughts with Edoardo Bove & all at Fiorentina.”Former Roma team-mate Tammy Abraham said: “Praying for you brother.”AS Roma said: “One of us, we are all with you.”Copy linkCopiedFootball scareInter Milan’s Serie A clash with Fiorentina was suspended after Edoardo Bove collapsed on the pitch.The horrible scenes occurred in the 15th minute of the clash.Players and staff formed a wall around the midfielder while medical staff tended to the 22-year-old.Team-mates and rivals alike were seen crying and with their hands on their heads as the terrifying ordeal played out.Bove was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi hospital.Referee Daniele Doveri later told players to leave the pitch, with the match suspended due to the medical emergency.Copy linkCopied More

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    Bernie Ecclestone selling off entire £500MILLION collection of rare F1 cars including one driven by Michael Schumacher

    BERNIE ECCLESTONE is putting his £500MILLION Formula 1 car collection up for sale.The incredible assortment of vehicles includes those driven by ex-world champions such as Michael Schumacher, Mike Hawthorn, Niki Lauda, Nelson Piquet and Carlos Pace.Bernie Ecclestone is selling his huge car collectionCredit: Tom Hartley Jnr/PA WireIt is thought to be worth around £500millionCredit: Tom Hartley Jnr/PA WireSome iconic Ferraris are among those being soldCredit: Tom Hartley Jnr/PA WireEcclestone was involved in F1 for seven decadesCredit: Tom Hartley Jnr/PA WireThe collection spans 70 years of F1 – which marries up with Ecclestone, 94, who was involved with the sport for seven decades.The Ferraris are a highlight of the collection.They include the the famous Thin Wall Special which beat Alfa Romeo, the Alberto Ascari Italian Grand Prix-winning 375 F1, and the Mike Hawthorn World Championship-winning Dino.Ecclestone first dipped his toe in the sport working for Connaught, before he went on to become a team owner and then F1’s commercial rights holder.READ MORE IN F1He was removed from his position as F1 chief in 2017.And last year he agreed to pay £652million after avoiding jail over failing to declare overseas assets.However, he insists selling his lucrative car collection is not a financially-motivated decision, but because he wants to give them a new home before he dies.Speaking to The Telegraph, he said: “That is why I have decided to sell them.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCar collectors will be excited to get their hands on the iconic vehiclesCredit: Tom Hartley Jnr/PA WireClassic car dealer Tom Hartley Jnr is handling the sale of the collectionCredit: Tom Hartley Jnr/PA Wire”I would like to know where they have gone and not leave them for my wife to deal with should I not be around.”I have been collecting these cars for more than 50 years, and I have only ever bought the best of any example.Cost of an F1 car”Whilst many other collectors over the years have opted for sports cars, my passion has always been for Grand Prix and Formula One cars.”A Grand Prix and in particular a Formula One car is far more important than any road car or other form of race car, as it is the pinnacle of the sport, and all the cars I have bought over the years have fantastic race histories and are rare works of art.”Car dealer Tom Hartley Jnr, who is handling the sale of Ecclestone’s astonishing collection, explained why the collection was so iconic.And he also took a sly dig at the current crop of F1 cars.He said: “This is a great opportunity for a discerning collector to acquire cars that have never before been offered for sale, and it would be great to see them back on the track again.”All of the cars on the Formula One grid today look the same.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If you stripped them of their liveries, you’d struggle to know which one was a Williams and which was a Ferrari.”But when you look at some of the Grand Prix cars from the early 1960s to the late 1970s, they’d very much be at home in The Museum of Modern Art.” More

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    ‘Horror movie’ trailer for Tyson Fury vs Usyk II released ahead of fight as fans hail ‘best one yet’

    FANS declared “best one yet” after a “horror movie” trailer was released to promote Tyson Fury’s rematch against Oleksandr Usyk.The heavyweight giants faced each other earlier this year in a juggernaut of a contest.Fans are loving the latest ‘horror movie’ trailer for Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2Credit: XThe rivals freak out when they keep seeing each other everywhereCredit: XUsyk gets caught by Fury in a taxiCredit: XThe Gypsy King sees the Ukrainian take on the form of a girlCredit: XAll their belts were on the line in a Saudi Arabia epic.But it was Usyk who emerged victorious thanks to a split decision.The Ukrainian ace and Fury will now step into the ring for a second time on December 21.And a new trailer has been released to get fans in the mood.READ MORE IN BOXINGStyled like a horror movie, it shows Fury and Usyk going about their daily lives before things get weird.With the fight clearly on their minds, each man starts seeing the other’s face everywhere he goes.Fury gets freaked out when he sees Usyk taking on the form of a little girl and even his own stomach.While Usyk has run-ins with a spooky Fury in a taxi and while shopping for sausages.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Gypsy King’s dad John even makes a brief cameo as Fury starts to question reality.He and Usyk eventually call each other, with the latter saying: “Hey Tyson. We need to end this.”Usyk Vs Fury 2 Launch Event entrancesFury answers: “I am going to end you.”The clip ends with both men facing each other in the boxing ring.But there’s one scary twist left as the referee reveals his face to be half of Fury’s and half of Usyk’s.Fans were certainly loving the trailer, with one saying: “The best one yet.”Fury even sees Usyk in his own stomachCredit: XUsyk shops for sausages before one takes on Fury’s faceCredit: XFury’s dad John makes a brief cameo appearanceCredit: XThe video ends with the ref’s face morphing into both fighters’ likenessCredit: XAnother declared: “Can’t wait to watch this one.”One noted: “This is actually good.”Another added: “Way better than actual horror movie trailers.” More

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    Former Premier League star’s FA Cup dream comes to an end after he came out of retirement at 35 to play for minnows

    NON-league side Harborough Town’s FA Cup dream is over – after they were beaten by Reading 5-3 in the second round.And that also means a Tottenham favourite’s chance at a cup run is over too.A veteran midfielder saw his FA Cup dream with Harborough Town endCredit: RexBrave Harborough Town lost in extra time against Reading in the second roundCredit: GettyFormer Tottenham favourite Sandro poses with Harborough Town fans in the standsCredit: PAThe Leicestershire side produced a giant-killing in the first round when they ran out 4-1 winners over Tonbridge Angels.However, their luck ran out at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.They were in dreamland when they took the lead after 18 minutes, and went 2-1 up after 21 minutes were played.Incredibly, they forced extra-time in the 86th minute to make it 3-3.Read more football newsDespite their brave display, two goals in extra time meant they were finally beaten 5-3 after the extra 30 minutes was played.While they may have been disappointed, one player looked proud of his team’s performance.In fact, the 17-cap Brazil international even took time to pose with fans in the stands after the final whistle.Veteran midfielder Sandro, 35, lasted 46 minutes until he was replaced.Most read in FootballSadly for him, his chances of an FA Cup reunion against his former side are over – with Harborough’s exit.Bizarre moment man dressed as Elsa from Frozen sings Let It Go karaoke on pitch ahead of FA Cup first-round clashSandro retired from football in September 2023 at the age of 34 after a career that also saw him star for West Brom, QPR, Udinese, Genoa, and Internacional.However, at the turn of November he dusted off his boots and signed for Harborough Town – much to the delight of manager Mitch Austin.“What an unbelievable signing for the club, I really cannot express how I am feeling,” Austin said at the time.”I had a chance conversation with Sandro a couple of weeks ago and we got talking about football, told him about Harborough Town FC and the journey we are on and he has been messaging me ever since to sign on, totally unbelievable and gobsmacked is how I would describe this signing.Who are these famous footballers?”These sort of signings don’t happen every day but when you get a chance to sign an ex-professional footballer who has played at the highest level in the Premier League and Internationally with Brazil, you just cannot turn it down.”Sandro starred for Spurs between 2010 and 2014, making 106 appearances and scoring three goals.While he also played with Neymar, Ronaldinho, Thiago Silva, Dani Alves, and Marcelo for his country. More

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    Silva reveals reason Andreas Pereira was dropped from Fulham squad after interview claiming he wanted Marseille transfer

    MARCO SILVA said Andreas Pereira was left out of Fulham’s squad against Spurs due to a “technical decision” – and NOT for an interview discussing a move away from the club.Midfielder Pereira appeared to tell PL Brasil this week that it would be “very cool” to move to Marseille and play under Roberto De Zerbi.Andreas Pereira was dropped by Marco Silva for Fulham’s clash with TottenhamCredit: AlamyMarco Silva revealed why Pereira was dropped after the gameCredit: AFPBut the Brazilian took to social media on Sunday to hit out at the English translation of his comments, branding it “malicious and inaccurate”.The ex-Manchester United man, 28, wrote on Instagram: “In the interview, I clearly expressed my happiness and satisfaction with being at Fulham and my gratitude for everything the club and the staff have done for me, emphasising at all times that I still have two years remaining on my contract and that I am fully focused on my club.“However, the article includes comments that are neither accurate nor reflective of what I actually said.“I deeply regret the unprofessional conduct displayed in this situation and respectfully request a retraction of the quotes falsely attributed to me.”read more football newsPereira had started all 12 of Fulham’s Premier League games this season prior to sunday’s matchBut he was then left out of the squad altogether as the Cottagers battled to a 1-1 draw at Tottenham, despite goal-scorer Tom Cairney being sent off.Yet Silva said: “(The interview was) not why he wasn’t in the squad. I didn’t read the interview. I know some of the topics. For me to read something I need to be sure they did it. I“I don’t make decisions regarding interviews or newspapers or social media. I don’t follow them, of course I am aware.Most read in Football“He was not ready for the game. It was a technical decision from myself.”Former Man Utd star Andreas Pereira was told not to say anything after Paul Scholes ‘smashed’ him in first training session Without Pereira, Fulham managed to save a point at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.They fell behind in the second half to a Brennan Johnson goal in the 54th minute.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut it was Cairney who drew them level in the 67th minute.He would go from hero to villain in the 83rd minute, when he was given his marching orders.However, Silva’s side managed to hold on to share the spoils. More

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    Pep Guardiola does a Jose Mourinho with gesture to Liverpool crowd as fans convinced Man City boss has ‘lost his mind’

    PEP GUARDIOLA made a Jose Mourinho-esque gesture after being taunted by the Anfield faithful.Liverpool dominated Manchester City and after Mo Salah put them 2-0 up fans decided to have some fun with the City boss.Pep Guardiola reminded Liverpool fans of how many titles he has won after being tauntedThe Man City boss made the defiant gesture at the end of the match tooSupporters poked fun at Guardiola, joking he would get “sacked in the morning” following City’s abysmal display.The champions have lost six of their last seven matches and the pressure appears to be getting to Guardiola.He self-harmed after City threw away a 3-0 lead at home to Feyenoord and was left cut and bloodied.And in response to the taunts from the Liverpool crowd he raised his hands to show six fingers – one for each Premier League title he has won in Manchester.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”All the stadiums want to sack me, it started at Brighton,” Guardiola told Sky Sports. “Maybe they are right with the results we’ve been having.”I didn’t expect that at Anfield. They didn’t do it at 1-0, but at 2-0. Maybe they should have sung it in the past. “I didn’t expect it from the people from Liverpool but it’s fine, it’s part of the game, and I understand completely. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We’ve had incredible battles together. I have a respect for them.”It was a scene reminiscent of when Mourinho reminded the press of how many titles he had won while he was still in charge of Manchester United.Guardiola left scratching his head as City blow 3-0 lead against FeyenoordFans mocked Guardiola and some made the correlation to Mourinho, who made a similar gesture to Chelsea fans when they mocked him during a match in 2017.One said: “Same stuff Mourinho did. What a finished coach.”Another added: “Tears he’s lost his mind 😭😭😭”A third wrote: “It’s over for Pep Guardiola. He’s getting rattled damn😂”And another captioned a pic of Guardiola holding up six fingers, saying: “Pep… How many games has it been since you won?”Guardiola made the same gesture at full-time as he and his players went over to the travelling fans to thank them for their support.Jose Mourinho gestures to fans to show his three Premier League titlesCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd More