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      Fans shocked to see who Sir Alex Ferguson was sat next to at Man Utd vs Bodo/Glimt as they say ‘not what I expected’

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON was in the stands at Old Trafford for Ruben Amorim’s first home game as Manchester United manager… and fans were stunned by the man sat next to him.Amorim, 39, took charge of his opening match as Red Devils boss on Sunday in a 1-1 draw with Ipswich at Portman Road.Sir Alex Ferguson smiled as he made his way into Old Trafford on Thursday nightCredit: X/MANUTDFerguson sat next to a veteran Scottish manager for the gameBut Thursday evening saw him step in front of the Old Trafford faithful as Man Utd took on Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League.And legendary manager Ferguson, 82, was seen coming into the ground as he prepared to catch his first glimpse of Amorim’s side.Man Utd shared a picture of a smiling Fergie and added the caption: “European nights 🤝 Sir Alex 🤩.”Then during the game he was seen in his seat alongside veteran Scottish manager Dick Campbell.READ MORE ON MAN UTDCampbell, 71, has coached a host of teams in Scotland across a 37-year period – Cowdenbeath, Dunfermline Athletic, Brechin City, Partick Thistle, Ross County, Forfar Athletic, Arbroath and East Fife.Reacting to Fergie being next to Campbell, one fan said: “Dick Campbell is not a face I expected to see on this video 😂.”While another added: “One of the greatest football managers of all time sitting besides Sir Alex Ferguson.”Man Utd recently stopped paying Ferguson’s £2million-a-year salary as an ambassador of the club.Most read in Europa LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRuben Amorim’s first home game as Manchester United boss comes on Thursday nightCredit: GettyHowever, he remains a non-executive member of the board.Fergie won 38 trophies including 13 Premier League titles and two Champions Leagues during his 27 years as Man Utd manager.Sir Alex Ferguson ECSTATIC as his horse Spirit Dancer makes history with back-to-back wins in $1million Bahrain raceBut one record he lost on Wednesday night was his long-standing Champions League benchmark.Fergie had coached the most Champions League matches – 214 – a feat which was surpassed by Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti as he took charge of his 215th at Anfield in a 2-0 defeat. More

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      Sylvester Stallone issues grovelling apology to Jake Paul after deleting post about Mike Tyson Netflix fight

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      ROCKY star Sylvester Stallone has issued a grovelling apology to Jake Paul after claiming his life was “spared” by Mike Tyson.But Stallone first accused Tyson of producing “one of the great Oscar winning performances of all time” in his unanimous defeat to Paul.Sylvester Stallone has apologised after claiming Mike Tyson ‘spared’ Jake PaulPaul, 27, beat Iron Mike, 58, by unanimous decision earlier this monthAnd fans both inside the Dallas Cowboy’s stadium and at home were left bitterly disappointed with the display from both corners.Many accused the Netflix eight-round fight of being “fixed” as both Iron Mike and Paul barely threw any punches between them.Paul admitted to carrying the 58-year-old former world heavyweight champion, stating that he “wanted to give the fans a show” and that he “didn’t want to hurt somebody that didn’t need to be hurt.”But Stallone was not convinced and suggested Tyson “spared” Paul in a now-deleted Instagram post.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe 78-year-old actor’s caption read: “Just to set my personal record straight.”Business is business. SOMETIMES you have to do hard things and sacrifice for the sake of helping your FAMILY….”I have known this unbelievable athlete since he’s 19 years old and what we saw was him giving one of the great Oscar winning performances of all time!FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Please, Jake, be grateful, HE SPARED YOUR LIFE!” Most read in BoxingStallone’s post prompted an angry response from Paul in the comments.Jake Paul teases major career change from boxing to follow in footsteps of brother Logan despite beating Mike Tyson The 27-year-old brutally replied: “Always looked up to you as kid, but now you are a spreader of lies against my name. “Sad to see you fall. Maybe it’s all the plastic surgery.”But Stallone has since rolled back on his harsh words and apologised to Paul five days later.Stallone edited the post, writing: “Just to set my personal record straight … upon second viewing the best man won that night. My apologies. Keep punching.”He has since deleted the post altogether.Tyson’s final bow defeat to Paul was one of the most-watched sporting events EVER as it peaked at 65 million streams.JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTPaul was forced to respond to a series of claims questioning the legitimacy of the fight.His promotional company’s statement read: “This is not the first time Jake Paul has faced unfounded scepticism or outright disbelief as a professional athlete.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And frankly, the claim that his bout must have been rigged is just the latest backhanded compliment to come his way.”This event, which broke attendance and viewership milestones for a professional sporting event, is yet another example of his ability to deliver on the biggest stage.”Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-roundMIKE TYSON’s long-awaited return to the ring didn’t have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.SunSport’s boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.And he didn’t hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.Round OnePaul says “I love you, Mike” just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound TwoPaul ran away in the opener and held – just like we thought he would.Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It’s clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson’s body with a straight right.Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound ThreeThe legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it’s a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.Tragic after three.Verdict: 10-9 PaulRound FourThis is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.This is just two tired big lumps going at it.  One a legend, one a promoter.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound FivePaul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SixThank God these weren’t three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul’s beard.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SevenTyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a “sad” spectacle.The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound EightGo back to YouTube, Jake. You’re an excellent conman. But you’ve never been a boxer.The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I’m glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.Verdict 10-9 PaulSunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake PaulClick to read the full round-by-round breakdown. More

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      Misfits stars HSTikkyTokky and Masai Warrior clash in heated scenes backstage after fight was called off at last minute

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      MISFITS BOXING stars HSTikkyTokky and Masai Warrior came to blows in a hotel room before both claimed their fight was off.The pair were due to appear as one of the undercard bouts on Misfits’ show in Qatar on Thursday night.Follow live updates of the Misfits Boxing card in QatarHSTikkyTokky and Masai Warrior clashed in a hotel lobbyCredit: X/ HSTIKKYTOKKY4They pushed each other before both claiming the fight was off on social mediaCredit: X/ HSTIKKYTOKKY4The fight has been off and on several times over the last 24 hoursCredit: X/ HSTIKKYTOKKY4On Wednesday, HSTikkyTokky, real name Harrison Sullivan, appeared to pull out of the clash with an injury.But in the early hours of Thursday morning he then claimed the fight was going ahead.Footage has now emerged of the two internet stars clashing in a hotel as they pushed and shoved each other in a heated exchange.READ MORE ON MISFITSAnd in the immediate aftermath of the video going viral, both have insisted the other has caused the fight to fall through yet again.HSTikkyTokky posted the clip and added: THIS F***IN IDIOT PULLED OUT [of the] FIGHT LAST MINUTE, THEN TRIED [to] STICK IT ON ME WHILE I’M DRUNK AND GETS BODIED.”P****OLE MATE U WEAK AS S*** 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.”While Masai Warrior, real name Moziah Pinder, shared a video saying: “This is what I’m dealing with, man.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”You want to push and shove but you don’t want to get in the ring and swing hands.”But you’re OK to catch me with a good shove? Make it make sense. Don’t make no sense to me.Watch moment Misfits Boxing weigh-in descends into chaos as Slim Albaher slaps rival AnEsonGib before Qatar grudge fight “You cancelled the fight, you don’t want to get into the ring, but you’re OK to push and shove in front of your girl.”Don’t make no sense to me, Harrison.”He also shared an image of the pair squaring up to one another in the hotel and said: “Harrison, tell them why you really cancelled the fight.”The bout was expected to take place at around 8pm GMT at the Lusail Sports Arena.The headline fight from Misfits 19 is between AnEsonGib and Slim Albaher.Slim has yet to lose in his seven bouts, with five stoppages.Slim was last in action in October 2023, stopping Salt Papi on the undercard of KSI vs Tommy Fury.READ MORE SUN STORIESGibs’ last fight was a unanimous win over Jarvis in July last year in the semi-finals of the Kingpyn tournament.Jarvis is also back in action as he takes on Ben Williams. More

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      Jeff Stelling vows to go one step further than Gary Lineker in his pants if his beloved Hartlepool get to Championship

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      JEFF STELLING has promised go one step further than Gary Lineker if his beloved Hartlepool get to the Championship.The departing host memorably presented Match of the Day in his PANTS after Leicester won the Prem in 2015-2016.Jeff Stelling is ready to outshine Gary Linker live on air but under one conditionStelling promised to strip down like Lineker if Hartlepool climb the EFLLineker vowed to present MOTD in his underwear if Leicester won the PremCredit: GettyBut with Hartlepool languishing down in 13th in the National League, fans will likely have to wait a long time for Stelling to mimic Lineker.Life-long Hartlepool fan and club president Stelling hasn’t stopped dreaming about the Pools’ ascent back into the EFL after suffering relegation from League Two in 2023.But stranger things have happened – remember Leicester winning the Premier League title at 5000-1 eight seasons ago?And all after narrowly escaping relegation 12 months earlier.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFew believed Leicester could win a Prem before Liverpool and Lineker promised to do MOTD in his undies if his hometown club got over the line.The Foxes ended up winning the league that year by a whopping 10 points ahead of their closest title rivals, Arsenal.And Lineker made headlines when he was forced to grab his white briefs and present MOTD in front of millions.But that is nothing compared to the lengths talkSPORT host Stelling is prepared to go.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAsked whether he would emulate Lineker: “I would host talkSPORT breakfast without my pants in order for Hartlepool to get into the Championship.“League Two would be fine, never mind the Championship.”Mark Chapman refuses Match of the Day job share as Gary Lineker quits after 25 yearsMeanwhile, Lineker will leave MOTD at the end of the season after 25 years in the hot seat.The 63-year-old will also quit the BBC after anchoring the Corporation’s 2025/26 FA Cup coverage and the next World Cup.And just two weeks later Lineker’s newest project has been unveiled as he prepares to get involved in Baller League UK.The football tournament was launched in Germany earlier this year and includes the likes of Mats Hummels and Lukasz Podolski.Who could replace Gary Lineker as MOTD host?GARY LINEKER dropped the shock news that he is QUITTING Match of the Day.The popular presenter, 63, took over hosting duties on the flagship BBC programme from Des Lynam in 1999.But after more than 25 years in the studio hotseat, he has called time on his MOTD gig.But as part of a huge shake-up, the BBC is considering rotating the presenters on a weekly basis.So with Lineker vacating the chair, new names will step into his giant boots. But who could they be?MARK CHAPMANChapman, 51, is the obvious early favourite to follow on from Lineker as MOTD presenter.He already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night plus landed the presenting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show.ALEX SCOTTScott gets the nod from the Beeb bosses when Lineker is away.The former right-back, 40, is used to presenting the Saturday night show as well as live match coverage – plus ticks the box as a former England international.GABBY LOGANLike Scott, Logan, 51, is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available.She has done most gigs since joining the BBC in 2007, including Olympics, Sports Personality of the Year and Final Score.MICAH RICHARDSLineker’s top pick to replace him is exuberant former Man City defender Richards.The departing host told his close pal, 36, on their Stick to Football podcast: “I’d love to see you take over Micah, I think you’d be brilliant in the chair.”JASON MOHAMMADMohammad could earn the “promotion” from Final Score to Match of the Day.The 51-year-old Welshman – who took over from Logan in 2013 – is one of the BBC’s top earners already and is more senior than fellow Final Score and BBC Sport broadcaster Kelly Somers, who could in theory become the main live host for the afternoon slot.JEFF STELLINGHe couldn’t, could he? While Lineker has been the face of Saturday night TV for football fans for years, the face of the afternoons was Stelling in his role as Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday presenter.He would bring plenty of on-screen charisma, wit and legendary TV expertise – but at nearly 70 and currently with talkSPORT, the Hartlepool fan would not be a cheap or long-term appointment. More

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      Arsenal star Kai Havertz and wife Sophia announce they are expecting a baby in heartwarming post

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      ARSENAL forward Kai Havertz and wife Sophia Weber are expecting a baby.The Germany international, 25, has been in a relationship with model and influencer Sophia, 25, since 2018.Kai Havertz and wife Sophia Weber have announced they are expecting their first childCredit: Instagram @ kaihavertz29One image showed a close-up shot of Sophia’s baby bumpCredit: Instagram @ kaihavertz29Kai and Sophia smiled as they revealed the news in the heartwarming postCredit: Instagram @ kaihavertz29A snap of the couple’s golden retriever holding a baby’s hat in its mouth was sharedCredit: Instagram @ kaihavertz29They got engaged in July 2023 and married this summer at what appeared to be a lavish country manor.Now the couple have announced Sophia is pregnant with their first child.Sophia shared pictures of her and Havertz hugging as she showed off her baby bump.Another image also showed their golden retriever holding a baby hat in its mouth.READ MORE ON ARSENALAlongside the snaps, Sophia added the heartwarming caption: “Our biggest blessing 🤎🧸.”And a host of other footballer’s partners were quick to send their congratulations on Sophia’s post. Helene Spilling, partner of Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard, said: “We can’t wait to meet your little one.”Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson added: “SO EXCITED!!!! ♥️”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHavertz and Sophia have been together for six yearsCredit: FacebookSophia celebrated Chelsea’s Champions League triumph with Havertz back in 2021Credit: GettyThe couple got engaged last year and married this summerCredit: Instagram @sophiaaemeliaBayern Munich keeper Manuel Neuer’s wife Anika replied: “Omg wow I can’t wait!!!!”Ben White’s wife Milly said: “AHHHHHHHHH the best.”Arsenal player ratings vs SportingAnd the wife of ex-Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen, Katrine, added: “CAN’T WAIT 😭😭❤️ love you!!”Havertz has scored eight goals and assisted once in 18 appearances so far this season.Arsenal were on a a run of just one win in five games before the international break.But they have returned from the two-week pause with impressive performances, beating Nottingham Forest 3-0 and thrashing Sporting Lisbon 5-1 in the Champions League.They travel to West Ham on Saturday evening before title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City face off against one another on Sunday. More

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      Is HS Tikky Tokky fighting on Misfits Boxing 19 card?

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      SOME huge names are on the mega Misfits Boxing card taking place this evening.The stacked bill is topped by long-term rivals Gib and Slim finally going head-to-head.Gib faces Slim in tonight’s main eventCredit: GettyMISFITS BOXING 19 LIVEOther big names on the card include KSI’s brother Deji as he makes a stunning return after over a year out of the ring.The YouTube star is taking on Dawood Savage in one of the most eagerly-anticipated bouts of the night.TikTok sensation HS Tikky Tokky was due to fight this evening but it’s unclear whether or not he will take to the ring.READ MORE IN BOXINGIs HS Tikky Tokky fighting on Misfits Boxing 19 card?HS Tikky Tokky was due to fight Masia Warrior on tonight’s huge Misfits supercard.But speculation over the TikTok star withdrawing from the fight began last night when he took to Instagram to say he ‘injured his shoulder’ and that he ‘couldn’t scrap tomorrow’.However, there was another twist on the day of the fight when HS Tikky Tokky posted a video on X with the caption, “IF I GET A KO TONIGHT IM GIVING A BAG TO SOMEONE WHO LKS RRRTTTS N COMMENTS MUST BE FOLLLLLLLOWING.”This post suggested that the fight was still going ahead until DAZN revealed the running order of tonight’s show, and it did not include HS Tikky Tokky’s fight.Most read in BoxingThe official running order suggests that we will not see the TikTok star’s fight with Masia Warrior this evening.Fans may not have seen HS Tikky Tokky in action in Qatar, but they were treated to some huge fight news after KSI announced the internet sensation will face Wade Plemons on a Misfits card in the near future.How to watch Misfits Boxing 19Misfits Boxing 19 will be aired on DAZN.The show will began at 3pm GMT.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option. More

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      I’m the longest-serving manager in England’s top four divisions and my dad is my boss

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      HARROGATE TOWN manager Simon Weaver is the longest-serving manager in the top four divisions of English football.But he’s answerable to his chairman dad Irving – who owns the North Yorkshire club in League Two.Simon Weaver is the longest-serving manager in England’s top four divisionsSimon Weaver and dad Irving have worked together at Harrogate Town since 2011Weaver Sr, 75, vowed to “put Harrogate further up the football pyramid” when he took over in 2011.Together with Simon, they are the father-and-son team that have lifted Harrogate from the National League North to League Two.But his son had already been manager for two years when dad stepped in, making it 15 years and 191 days in the Town dugout.The Sulphurites were drifting in the sixth tier of English football and surviving on crowds of around 200 just 11 years ago.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFast forward 13 years, and Harrogate are enjoying their fifth season in League Two.And all with one of the smallest budgets in the division – finishing comfortably in 13th last term.Harrogate, it seems, have not yet realised that after 91 years in non-league, it boasts a team among the elite.Simon has led the club through two promotions in 2017-18 and 2019-20 and the FA Trophy success in the latter too.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFormer PE teacher George Thomson, 32, has played a significant part in the Town’s rise from the non-league, making more than 300 appearances.Winger Thomson scored at Wembley in their National League play-off final victory over Notts County to help seal a spot in the Football League back in 2020.EFL club owner gives update on new £2bn ‘spaceship’ stadium included in mega plans for state-of-the-art complex And he exclusively revealed to SunSport how he is eyeing a third promotion to add to his fairytale rise from non-league hopeful to Harrogate icon.He said: “It’s been an incredible journey and I’m hoping that there are a few more years left for me.”There were a group of us who have been here long-term that said straight after that Wembley win that we want one more.”More than a decade ago, Harrogate were spared relegation from the National League North only because of financial irregularities elsewhere.Harrogate beat Notts County in the National League Play Off final in 2020George Thomson is eyeing an incredible third promotion with Harrogate TownSimon, 45, who used to play for Sheffield Wednesday, took over with the club in turmoil.The former defender told the BBC: “We lost 3-0 away to Corby Town. I had a playing budget of £1,600. “I had to count on a few friends and some played for free as a favour.”We didn’t have anywhere to train and when we did train, I got in trouble with the club because we were damaging the pitch.”We eventually got an hour a week in the gym and and a half on the AstroTurf, which caused injuries because it was rock hard.”Watford have made more than 20 managerial changes since Simon took the reigns after answering an advert placed in the Non-League Paper.Simon will be looking to deliver his dad a financial boost when Harrogate host non-league Gainsborough Trinity in the FA Cup on Friday.Harrogate beat Wrexham in the FA Cup first round earlier this monthCredit: RexThey knocked out League One side Wrexham in the first round.The cup tie will be his 766th game in charge of the club.Victory will secure them a place in the third round for only the second time in their 105-year history – and a potential money-spinning tie against a Prem club.Pep Guardiola, who took over at Manchester City in 2016, is the longest-serving current manager in the Premier League.The Spaniard has enjoyed eight years and five months at the Etihad, while Thomas Frank has spent six years and one month at Brentford. Simon added: “I’m proud of it. Sometimes I think ‘gosh, how has he been in and out in such a short space of time’ when I hear about a manger losing their job.”Multi-millionaire Irving made his money as a property magnate and is not afraid to make tough business decisions when needed.So, has he ever come close to sacking his son?Irving told the Beeb: “We’ve never had to go that far. Arguments are a waste of time. READ MORE SUN STORIES”There’s a concern when we’re on a losing run. We’ve just been down to 20th in the table. “There’s a serious discussion about where the problems lie. But it’s a discussion – not an argument.”Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Real Madrid fan BURNS Kylian Mbappe shirt and fumes ‘my hopes and support for him is over’

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      A REAL MADRID fan vowed to stop supporting Kylian Mbappe as they posted a video of the Frenchman’s shirt in flames.Mbappe, 25, completed a long-awaited free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to the Spanish capital in the summer.A Real Madrid burned their Kylian Mbappe shirtCredit: XMbappe, 25, endured a disappointing evening at AnfieldCredit: GettyBut the forward has so far failed to impress many of his new club’s supporters.Last night his woes intensified as he saw a crucial penalty saved by Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.The wasted spot kick came at 1-0, with Real Madrid going on to lose 2-0 at Anfield.After the game, a social media user declared that they’d had enough.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Real Madrid fan uploaded a video of an Mbappe No9 shirt in flames.They dramatically captioned it: “My hopes and support for Kylian Mbappe is over.”I’ll assume anyone supporting him has IQ of that of a house fly.”Mbappe has scored seven goals in 12 LaLiga appearances so far this season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLast night, former Real Madrid and Liverpool star Steve McManaman criticised Mbappe.Appearing on TNT Sports, he said: “We haven’t seen the best of Mbappe tonight.Kylian Mbappe dropped from France squad as Deschamps explains decision and says ‘it’s better this way’ “They needed Mbappe tonight and he flattered to deceive. The Madrid press will be ruthless because he didn’t deliver again when he needed to.”Madrid are going through a rough patch and the big players are not performing. All the baggage around Mbappe magnifies it.”This year they are really, really struggling.”Real Madrid are second in LaLiga, four points behind Barcelona with a game in hand.In the Champions League they occupy 24th place in the league table, the final spot for a place in the play-offs.But boss Carlo Ancelotti has come under-fire, particularly since his side’s 4-0 home defeat to Barcelona last month.Amid criticism of Mbappe, Jude Bellingham last night jumped to the defence of his team-mate.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “Kylian is a wonderful player but the pressure is humongous.”The penalty is not why we lost the game. Kylian can keep his head high and I know for sure he will produce many more big moments for this club.”Jude Bellingham has defended Mbappe’s formCredit: Getty More