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      Arsenal ‘eye sporting director who discovered Kylian Mbappe to replace Edu’ following Nottingham Forest move

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      ARSENAL are reportedly lining up a swoop for Luis Campos as their new sporting director.The Gunners have a role to fill upstairs following the shock departure of club legend Edu Gaspar.Arsenal are eyeing PSG’s Luis Campos as their new sporting directorCredit: RexThe Gunners were left rocked by the shock departure of Edu GasparCredit: GettyThe Invincibles title winner helped transform Mikel Arteta’s side into title contenders.But he stunned Arsenal by announcing his exit earlier this month to take up a position as chief executive of Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ footballing empire.The Gunners now lack a driving spark in the transfer market.And with Arteta’s men already nine points behind league leaders Liverpool, January reinforcements may be needed.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSky Sports claims a number of names are under consideration, including Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes and ex-Real Sociedad man Roberto Olabe.But at the top of Arsenal’s list is none other than Paris Saint-Germain chief Campos.The Portuguese scout supremo currently has the title of ‘Football Advisor’ at PSG.Campos joined the French champs in 2022, two years after leaving Lille, while still working as an external advisor with Spanish side Celta Vigo.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd he has overseen a whopping £640million-worth of spending in five transfer windows, bringing in stars like Vitinha, Ousmane Dembele and Randal Kolo Muani.Before PSG, Celta and Lille, where he signed Victor Osimhen, Campos made his name as sporting director at Monaco between 2013 and 2016.Former Arsenal star Nicolas Pepe pictured on night out with porn star Teanna Trump after cryptic relationship hintsLuis Campos’ most notable transfersMonacoKylian MbappeRadamel FalcaoJames RodriguezAnthony MartialRicardo CarvalhoDimitar BerbatovBernardo SilvaTiemoue BakayokoThomas LemarLilleNicolas PepeRafael LeaoJose FonteVictor OsimhenRenato SanchesJonathan DavidSven BotmanAngel GomesPSGNuno MendesFabian RuizRandal Kolo MuaniManuel UgarteOusmane DembeleLucas HernandezXavi SimonsBradley BarcolaJoao NevesIn that time he helped them sign huge names like Bernardo Silva, Radamel Falcao and James Rodriguez.And a year after Campos left, Monaco stormed to the Ligue 1 title with a team full of his signings also including Fabinho, Tiemoue Bakayoko and Thomas Lemar.Campos was also in charge when a certain Kylian Mbappe first joined Monaco’s academy in the summer of 2013.And Arsenal could now be the next stop on his footballing journey.Campos’ contract at Paris Saint-Germain expires in 2025, and there have so far been no talks to keep him in the French capital beyond that.It remains to be seen whether Arsenal, should they decide Campos is indeed their man, move now or wait until the end of the season.But it’s understood they are in no rush to appoint Edu’s successor, with his No2 Jason Ayto and head of recruitment James Ellis currently tiding things over.Edu’s 35 signings rankedEDU oversaw the arrival of 35 players during his time at the club.Some worked out better than others.Here, SunSport ranks them from worst to best…35. Nicolas Pepe (£72m)34. Willian (Free)33. David Luiz (£8m)32. Runar Alex Runarsson (£2m)31. Mat Ryan (Loan)30. Fabio Vieira (£34m)29. Neto (Loan)28. Marquinhos (£3m)27. Nuno Tavares (£8m)26. Matt Turner (£5m)25. Cedric Soares (Free)24. Albert Sambi Lokonga (£17m)23. Pablo Mari (£5m)22. Dani Ceballos (Loan)21. Raheem Sterling (Loan)20. Jakub Kiwior (£17m)19. Jorginho (£12m)18. Riccardo Calafiori (£42m)17. Kieran Tierney (£25m)16. Takehiro Tomiyasu (£20m)15. Mikel Merino (£28m)14. Aaron Ramsdale (£24m)13. Oleksandr Zinchenko (£30m)12. Gabriel Jesus (£45m)11. Kai Havertz (£65m)10. Jurrien Timber (£38m)9. Gabriel Martinelli (£6m)8. David Raya (£27m)7. Leandro Trossard (£20m)6. Thomas Partey (£45m)5. Ben White (£50m)4. Gabriel Magalhaes (£27m)3. Declan Rice (£105m)2. William Saliba (£27m)1. Martin Odegaard (£30m)Click here to read more Arsenal stories. More

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      ‘Things can change very quickly in my household’ – Roy Keane fires warning to future son-in-law Taylor Harwood-Bellis

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      ROY KEANE fired a warning to his future son-in-law after he scored for England against Ireland on Sunday.Taylor Harwood-Bellis, who recently got engaged to Keane’s daughter, Leah, made his Three Lions debut against Ireland at the weekend.Taylor Harwood-Bellis scored his first England goal at the weekendCredit: GettyKeane joked the defender’s engagement to his daughter is ‘not done and dusted’Credit: GettyHarwood-Bellis is engaged to Keane’s daughter, LeahCredit: officialkeane16 / InstagramAfter being introduced as a substitute in the 62nd minute, the centre-back scored his first senior international goal to make it 5-0 to England.Ex-Ireland captain Keane was watching on from the ITV studio while on duty as a pundit.And he did not hesitate to comment on the Southampton ace.Asked by presenter Mark Pougatch about Harwood-Bellis joining his family, Keane joked: “It’s not done and dusted yet, things can change really quickly in the Keane household.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis comment left fellow pundit Ian Wright in stitches.The Manchester United legend continued: “It’s nice for him, it’s good for him to make his debut.”He is a really kid good and his family have done a great job.”On Harwood-Bellis’ game, Keane added: “He has got a goal threat.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Over the last few months, he has showed he has got a goal in him for Southampton.”England went on to win 5-0 thanks to additional goals from Harry Kane, Anthony Gordon, Conor Gallagher and Jarrod Bowen.Roy Keane in heartfelt tribute to future son-in-law Taylor Harwood-Bellis after ‘bittersweet’ England goal vs Ireland_1The result saw the Three Lions earn a promotion in the Nations League.They will now compete in League A.England ratings vs IrelandEngland’s newbies put on a five-star second half performance to hammer ten-man Ireland.No fewer than four young Lions bagged their first international goal during the 5-0 win.Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the England stars at Wembley.Jordan Pickford: 6Matched the great Gordon Banks by reaching 73 caps. But the Everton stopper was pretty much a spectator as Ireland showed little ambition in attack.Tino Livramento: 7Became the seventh player across Carsley’s three England camps to be handed a debut. It was his cross which caused panic in the Irish defence, allowing Gordon to volley home his first England goal. Kyle Walker: 6Played at centre-back in back four for his 93rd cap. Headed an early chance over, had a couple of scares before the break before being withdrawn just after the hour when the game was up for the visitors.Marc Guehi: 7Was a little clumsy with a challenge on Evan Ferguson inside the box before the break, but nothing was given. Set up a first England goal for his best mate Gallagher with a flick-on from a corner during the goal blitz at the start of the second half.Lewis Hall: 7Admitted to nerves before his debut on Thursday but did not seem to have any here on his first start, playing alongside his Newcastle colleagues Livramento and Gordon. Could this be the start of a long England career for one of our few natural left-backs?Conor Gallagher: 8Was given the nod ahead of Angel Gomes for the second successive game and capped it with his first England goal by poking home Guehi’s flick just before the hour. England’s confidence at that point was summed up by Gallagher attempting a rabona.Curtis Jones: 7Tidy, if not hitting the heights of his magnificent debut three days earlier. But overall, another success story of the brief Carsley era which has given Thomas Tuchel plenty more options to consider.Noni Madueke: 7His final ball was not quite there compared to his man-of-the-match performance in Athens. But the Chelsea man still caused Ireland all manner of problems with the explosive way he runs at opponents.Jude Bellingham: 9 STAR MANEffectively had three assists as he won the penalty for Harry Kane’s opener – which led to Scales being sent off – and teed up goals for subs Bowen and Harwood-Bellis. A brilliant display from the Real Madrid superstar. How lucky we are to have him. Anthony Gordon: 7Lovely volley for his first England goal and you could see how much it meant to him with his celebration. Caused Ireland issues with his direct running in a promising display.Harry Kane: 7A ponderous first half led to genuine questions over his suitability to this team… but then he showed why he is still the man with a stunning ball to Bellingham in the build-up to the opener.Stuck away the resulting penalty when Bellingham was tripped for his 69th England goal.SUBS:Taylor Harwood-Bellis (on for Walker, 62): 8Followed up Jones’ feat in Greece of netting on his England debut as he brilliantly headed home Bellingham’s fine cross to make it five.Morgan Rogers (on for Gordon, 74): 7Looked confident when coming on and ready to cause more misery against the tired ten men of Ireland. Would have had an assist had Jarrod Bowen put away his cutback.Dominic Solanke (on for Gallagher, 74): 6Almost diverted in his first England goal from fellow sub Bowen’s cross but was beaten to it, just, by the defender.Jarrod Bowen (on for Madueke, 74): 8Crashed home his first England goal with his first touch, seconds after coming on, to make it 4-0.Angel Gomes (on for Jones, 79): 6Tidied up and looked comfortable again in possession. Booked. More

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      Salt Papi vs King Kenny: Date, fight time, TV channel and live stream as internet stars clash on Misfits Qatar Supercard

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      SALT PAPI takes on King Kenny NEXT Thursday night as the two put it all on the line in Doha.The two stalwarts of Misfits Boxing collide in a highly-anticipated bout on the Qatar Supercard.Salt Papi and King Kenny meet on a stacked Misfits card in QatarCredit: @KingKennyTvSalt Papi has had two fights this year against Amadeusz Ferrari and Dawood Savage, of which he came out victorious in both.Meanwhile, King Kenny was last in action against his long-term rival Adam Brooks in May at Misfits 14.The Beta Squad star won with a second-round TKO and will be looking to secure his biggest win yet next Thursday night.When is Salt Papi vs King Kenny?Salt Papi vs King Kenny will take place on Thursday, November 28.The show will begin at 6pm GMT.The bout between Salt Papi and King Kenny will be on the main card and is likely to get underway at around 8pm GMT.The Lusail Sports Arena in Doha will host.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhat TV channel will Salt Papi vs King Kenny be on?Salt Papi vs King Kenny will be shown LIVE on DAZN.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.Can you live stream Salt Papi vs King Kenny?DAZN subscribers can live stream Salt Papi vs King Kenny via the DAZN app.The DAZN app is available to download for FREE on your mobile or tablet device.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog.Who else is on the Misfits Qatar Supercard?AnEsonGib vs. Slim AlbaherSalt Papi vs. King KennyJay Swingler vs. NichLmaoDeji Olatunji vs. TBAJarvis Khattri vs. Ben Williams More

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      Moment Olympic triathlete Taylor Knibb tells camera ‘I just s*** myself… can you not get my ass’ live on TV mid-race

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      THIS is the moment Olympic triathlete Taylor Knibb tells a camera operator during a live TV race: “I just s**t myself… can you not get my ass?”American ace Knibb, 26, is a two-time Olympic silver medalist at Tokyo and Paris in the mixed relay event.Olympic triathlete Taylor Knibb told a camera ‘I just s**t myself’ during a live TV raceIt happened during a brutal race in DubaiCredit: XThe ace heroically pulled through to land a top triathlon titleCredit: XOutside the Games, she is one of the world’s top triathletes.And Knibb cemented her status as the globe’s best by winning the inaugural T100 world championship on Saturday.She stormed to victory in Dubai after previous wins in San Francisco, Ibiza and Las Vegas.A second-place finish would have been enough to take the title.READ MORE IN SPORTBut Knibb’s resilience saw her become champion while also winning the race.However, she was forced to overcome major adversity during the final 18km run.As temperatures hit 31 degrees, Knibb became the focus of the camera’s attention.Yet she was eager not to be filmed from behind after revealing she had suffered a bodily malfunction.Most read in AthleticsAs she ran on live TV, she turned to the camera before calmly saying: “I just s**t myself… can you not get my ass?”The camera operator duly obliged as the race continued, with Knibb heroically going on to cross the finish line in first.Shocking moment triathlete shunts OWN TEAM-MATE of her bike and into barriers… and fans aren’t buying her excuseKnibb has two Olympic silver medals to her nameCredit: APShe helped Team USA pip Team GB to second in the mixed relay in ParisCredit: PAAnd after swimming 2km at the start, while also cycling 80km, she later admitted it had been a rough experience from start to finish.Knibb said: “I woke up and messaged my coach that I feel rough. I was like, ‘Oh this is going to be a bad day’.“I was kind of shocked, it only came together in the last 3km but it was brutal out there.“I think it was more physical (than mental today). That was easier as you don’t have to deal with your body.” More

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      Man Utd ‘ready to make £33m transfer offer for Sporting wonderkid Geovany Quenda, 17, who terrorised Man City’

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      GEOVANY QUENDA could be in line to follow Ruben Amorim to Manchester United according to reports. The Sporting Lisbon teenager was one of the stars who impressed when the Portuguese side beat Manchester City 4-1 in the Champions League in Amorim’s final home game in charge.Geovany Quenda is being eyed for a summer move by Man UtdCredit: APRuben Amorim brought Quenda with the Sporting Lisbon senior pre-season squad before the teen became integralCredit: APWhile it was former Coventry ace Viktor Gyokeres receiving the plaudits for his hat-trick in that game, 17-year-old Quenda was the star who got Gyokeres’ tally up and running thanks to a beautiful pass cutting through the lines.Man Utd had already been tracking the left-footed winger, who played at right wing-back against City, before they moved for Amorim.And according to A Bola, the Red Devils are preparing to make a transfer offer for him next summer.The report suggests their first offer will be in the region of £33million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Guinea-Bissau-born Portugal youth international has a full release clause of £84m after renewing his contract to 2027 in September – with his old contract containing a clause of £38m.Amorim promised he would not take players from his former side in January, but did not rule out some moves in the summer.He said: “In the January market I will not [get players from Sporting], that’s what I said.”In the summer I don’t know anymore. First point: to hold out until the summer. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Sporting’s players are very good players. I don’t know. We’ll see.”Quenda’s case saw Amorim take him with the Lions’ senior team in pre-season before integrating him into the first team and becoming integral to them before the 39-year-old manager left.Man Utd fans claim Ruben Amorim could be ‘new Jurgen Klopp’ after heartwarming gesture on stadium tourAmorim’s first game in charge at Man Utd will be against Ipswich this Sunday.He has been boosted by the return of Leny Yoro and Tyrell Malacia in training, while the former could even make his club debut following his pre-season injury.Despite sitting in 13th place in the league, the club are miraculously just four points behind the top four.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More

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      Frank Lampard set for Coventry interview as Chelsea legend battles Man Utd hero Ruud van Nistelrooy for manager job

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      FRANK LAMPARD is set to have an interview at Coventry this week.The Chelsea legend, 46, ranks high on the shortlist to replace Mark Robins, who was axed as City’s boss earlier this month.Frank Lampard will have an interview with Coventry this weekCredit: GettyRuud van Nistelrooy is also in the running for the roleCredit: AlamyLamps is believed to be keen on talks despite not having applied for the job.The ex-Stamford Bridge, Derby and Everton boss has experience working in the Championship after taking the Rams to the play-off final  in 2019.Ruud van Nistelrooy is also thought to be a leading contender for the Sky Blues hotseat.The Dutchman, 48, was last week ruthlessly ditched from Manchester United’s coaching team by their new manager Ruben Amorim.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVan Nistelrooy managed three wins and a draw from his four games in charge as interim Red Devils boss after compatriot Erik ten Hag was sacked.Wycombe manager Matt Bloomfield, 40 —  whose side top League One — is also a contender.Coventry are 17th in the Championship and sit just one point above  the drop zone.The club sacked fan favourite Robins earlier this month after winning just four of their first 15 matches this season.Most read in ChampionshipFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA 2-2 draw at league leaders Sunderland proved to be the straw that broke the camel’s back.And Robins was shown the door after overseeing 387 games in seven-and-a-half years, freeing up a coveted dugout position.How Ruud van Nistelrooy’s ‘donut solution’ kicked off Ruben Amorim’s Man Utd revolution earlyMark Robins was sacked after winning just four games this seasonCredit: PAManchester United icon Van Nistelrooy was one of the first to throw his hat into the ring after his interim spell at Old Trafford.But Lampard is also in the frame for the Coventry job.The Chelsea legend, who has twice managed his former side, has emerged as one of the favourites to replace Robins.And he will now hold talks over the vacancy this week.Should he get the job, Lampard will be hoping his time with the Sky Blues goes better than his last interim role at Stamford Bridge.Filling in for Graham Potter until the end of the 2022/23 campaign, Lampard mustered just one single win from 11 matches with a misfit Chelsea side.He has since been working as a pundit and admitted last month he would love to manage England in the future.Lampard said: “As an English player who played 100-plus times, and an English person who’s very proud – of course, the England set up is something… I never dreamed of playing as many times for England, let alone now as a coach.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So, now as a coach, I think I would be crazy to sort of say, ‘Oh no, that would never interest me’.”It would have to be something that they would want me to do, and have to be something that I want to do and thought I could add value to it in any way.”Frank Lampard’s managerial careerDerby County, May 2018-July 2019: P57 W24 D17 L16Chelsea, July 2019-Jan 2021: P84 W44 D17 L23Everton, Jan 2022-Jan 2023: P44 W12 D8 L24Chelsea, Apr 2023-May 2023: P11 W1 D2 L8 More

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      Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez spotted celebrating in ex-Everton star’s face after 101st minute Uruguay winner

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      LIVERPOOL star Darwin Nunez celebrated in ex-Everton defender Yerry Mina’s face after Uruguay scored a dramatic last-gasp winner.The striker was in action for his country as they beat Colombia 3-2 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier last night.Darwin Nunez celebrated in front of Yerry Mina after Uruguay’s late winnerThe Liverpool star shouted in his face as they made it 3-2Credit: GettyYerry Mina was jumping for joy just seconds before when Colombia scoredCredit: GettyUruguay were leading 2-1 deep into stoppage time when chaos erupted.Colombia netted a dramatic 96th minute equaliser via Andres Gomez to spark mass celebrations from the visitors.The crazy scenes saw the game not get back underway for four minutes and when it eventually did, Uruguay restored their lead in stunning fashion straight from kick-off.Manchester United star Manuel Ugarte fired home the winner in the 101st minute – just 30 seconds after the restart.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAll of the Uruguay team charged after him, with Nunez going via taunting Mina.He ran up to his old Merseyside rival and celebrated by shouting in his face.Nunez’s emotions were clearly running high as at full-time he was seen seemingly complaining about something to Colombia skipper and his Liverpool team-mate Luis Diaz.The pair then exchanged a hug as the striker finally calmed down.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNunez has history with Colombia after jumping into the crowd and throwing a chair at fans as violence marred a Copa America clash between the two countries in the summer.Uruguay’s win yesterday was huge in the battle to secure a spot at the World Cup in two year as it took them above Colombia on goal difference.Inside futuristic three-sided stadium built on a cliff and covered with LED screens that could host 2034 World Cup gamesThey are now second behind Argentina in the table, meanwhile, Brazil are in fourth.The top six nations from qualifying in South America all make the World Cup.Mina played 99 times for Everton in his five-year stay and he is now with Serie A side Cagliari. More

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      Lee Carsley finally set to meet Thomas Tuchel as outgoing England boss prepares dossier to win World Cup

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      LEE CARSLEY wants his England dossier to help fire up Thomas Tuchel’s charge for World Cup glory.Interim Three Lions boss Carsley signed off with a five-star thumping at Wembley to secure promotion back to the Nations League’s top tier.Lee Carsley will put together a document for incoming England boss Thomas TuchelCredit: AlamyTuchel takes over the reigns in JanuaryHarry Kane, Anthony Gordon, Conor Gallagher, Jarrod Bowen and Taylor Harwood-Bellis netted second-half goals against ten-man Republic of Ireland.And Carsley revealed: “I will put together a document, then hopefully go and meet Thomas and present what we think and what we’ve found.“It’s a job that deserves an elite coach with a track record of winning — and Thomas has that.“We’ve increased the pool of players and the next squad will be a real challenge to pick. It’s exciting times ahead.”READ MORE ON ENGLANDDefenders Tino Livramento and Harwood-Bellis were handed debuts, making it EIGHT players to make their senior Three Lions bow under Carsley.Carsley, 50, oversaw five wins and a home defeat to Greece during his six games in charge.He hands over the reins to Tuchel on January 1 but believes England are well-placed as they head into the World Cup qualifiers in March.Carsley added: “We’ve tried to adapt and move on the style, the control, the possession, the number of chances we make.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“The challenge for the players involved for the last three camps is to be in the March squad.“A lot have enhanced their reputation of their ability to play in the England senior team.Lee Carsley insists focus is on players available for England after eight drop-outs“I am still gutted about the Greece game at home.“I’m not thinking about the five wins — it is the one we have lost.“I wanted the England team to be exciting to watch and be attacking.”After a frustrating first half, Ireland defender Liam Scales’ foul on Jude Bellingham to concede a 53rd-minute penalty and earn a second yellow card opened the floodgates.After Kane’s spot-kick, Gordon, Gallagher, Bowen and Harwood-Bellis all netted — 94 years after four players last scored maiden England goals in the same game.Skipper Kane last week questioned the commitment of players who cried off through injury for the international break.And he said: “A lot of young players have come in and done well. Thomas has a tough squad to pick.“I’m sure he will be looking at everyone.”Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson lamented “six minutes of madness” and said his side “lost our heads and gave up” after the red card and penalty.READ MORE SUN STORIESSkipper Nathan Collins added: “It’s probably an apology from all the lads for that second half. That’s nowhere near the standard we should be.”Greece secured a 2-0 win in Finland in the other Group B2 match.England ratings vs IrelandEngland’s newbies put on a five-star second half performance to hammer ten-man Ireland.No fewer than four young Lions bagged their first international goal during the 5-0 win.Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the England stars at Wembley.Jordan Pickford: 6Matched the great Gordon Banks by reaching 73 caps. But the Everton stopper was pretty much a spectator as Ireland showed little ambition in attack.Tino Livramento: 7Became the seventh player across Carsley’s three England camps to be handed a debut. It was his cross which caused panic in the Irish defence, allowing Gordon to volley home his first England goal. Kyle Walker: 6Played at centre-back in back four for his 93rd cap. Headed an early chance over, had a couple of scares before the break before being withdrawn just after the hour when the game was up for the visitors.Marc Guehi: 7Was a little clumsy with a challenge on Evan Ferguson inside the box before the break, but nothing was given. Set up a first England goal for his best mate Gallagher with a flick-on from a corner during the goal blitz at the start of the second half.Lewis Hall: 7Admitted to nerves before his debut on Thursday but did not seem to have any here on his first start, playing alongside his Newcastle colleagues Livramento and Gordon. Could this be the start of a long England career for one of our few natural left-backs?Conor Gallagher: 8Was given the nod ahead of Angel Gomes for the second successive game and capped it with his first England goal by poking home Guehi’s flick just before the hour. England’s confidence at that point was summed up by Gallagher attempting a rabona.Curtis Jones: 7Tidy, if not hitting the heights of his magnificent debut three days earlier. But overall, another success story of the brief Carsley era which has given Thomas Tuchel plenty more options to consider.Noni Madueke: 7His final ball was not quite there compared to his man-of-the-match performance in Athens. But the Chelsea man still caused Ireland all manner of problems with the explosive way he runs at opponents.Jude Bellingham: 9 STAR MANEffectively had three assists as he won the penalty for Harry Kane’s opener – which led to Scales being sent off – and teed up goals for subs Bowen and Harwood-Bellis. A brilliant display from the Real Madrid superstar. How lucky we are to have him. Anthony Gordon: 7Lovely volley for his first England goal and you could see how much it meant to him with his celebration. Caused Ireland issues with his direct running in a promising display.Harry Kane: 7A ponderous first half led to genuine questions over his suitability to this team… but then he showed why he is still the man with a stunning ball to Bellingham in the build-up to the opener.Stuck away the resulting penalty when Bellingham was tripped for his 69th England goal.SUBS:Taylor Harwood-Bellis (on for Walker, 62): 8Followed up Jones’ feat in Greece of netting on his England debut as he brilliantly headed home Bellingham’s fine cross to make it five.Morgan Rogers (on for Gordon, 74): 7Looked confident when coming on and ready to cause more misery against the tired ten men of Ireland. Would have had an assist had Jarrod Bowen put away his cutback.Dominic Solanke (on for Gallagher, 74): 6Almost diverted in his first England goal from fellow sub Bowen’s cross but was beaten to it, just, by the defender.Jarrod Bowen (on for Madueke, 74): 8Crashed home his first England goal with his first touch, seconds after coming on, to make it 4-0.Angel Gomes (on for Jones, 79): 6Tidied up and looked comfortable again in possession. Booked. More