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      ‘I’d dive head first through a brick wall for him’ – Ange Postecoglou’s rallying speech reduces Tottenham fans to tears

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      TOTTENHAM fans were left in tears after hearing Ange Postecoglou’s “chilling” Europa League rallying cry.The North Londoners booked their place in this month’s final with 2-0 win on Thursday night to seal a 5-1 aggregate victory over Bodo/Glimt in their semi-final tie.Tottenham reached the Europa League final with victory in their semi-final tie against Bodo/GlimtCredit: GettyAnge Postecoglou gave his players a rousing speech in the dressing roomCredit: X@SPURSOFFICIALHis rallying cry sparked jubilant scenes and left several Spurs fans emotionalCredit: X@SPURSOFFICIALAnd under-pressure Postecoglou gave his troops a speech for the ages to hype them up for their all-English final against Manchester United.The Aussie – who hit back at a reporter after the game over a comparison to United – said: “I’ve said it before, what you, as a group, players and staff, have gone through this year.”Let me tell you, I’ve been in this game a very long time and I’ve experienced it all.”But I’m so proud of just how all of you have stuck together. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”Not one time have I felt like people are not believing or have lost what we have in here.”It was just outstanding. People will never realise what it’s taken for you guys to be in this position. “And you deserve all the credit for that, it’s unbelievable what you’ve done.”He added: “Now we’ve got just under two weeks to prepare. Every day is important.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnge Postecoglou could maintain his incredible record of winning a trophy with each club he’s been at in the second seasonCredit: SHUTTERSTOCK”Every day, every training session and every game we have between now and then is about getting ready for that big game.”But you can change things. You saw what you did. Four hundred supporters here today, they’ll never forget it, and there are thousands back home.‘Spurs does crazy things to people’ – Postecoglou takes swipe at Wenger as Arsenal legend proposes shock rule change”You can make it something really special. This is the group of players that are going to do it. “Focus on that for now, but you deserve all the credit.”The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium faithful were well and truly moved by Postecoglou’s war cry, with one saying: “I’M LOVIN BIG ANGE INSTEAD.”Another added: “Great, was ange out now I’m crying.”And a further comment on Twitter read: “That speech and body language gave me chills. The players must be so motivated now.”One remarked: “What an emotional speech.”Read More on The SunAnother chimed in: “Yeah, I’d dive head first through a brick wall for him, ICL (I can’t lie).”Victory in the May 28 final in Bilbao will well and truly make up for Spurs’ woeful domestic form, which has left them 16th in the Premier League table.Solanke gave Spurs the lead last nightCredit: ReutersPedro Porro doubled their advantageCredit: reuters More

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      Xabi Alonso agrees to replace Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager with announcement date revealed

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      XABI ALONSO has reportedly agreed to replace Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid boss after confirming he will leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer.The former Los Blancos star will quit Leverkusen for his old side on May 25, according to Marca.Xabi Alonso has agreed to replace Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid bossCredit: EPAAncelotti looks set to join Brazil this summerCredit: GettyAnd that will pave the way for Ancelotti to finalise a deal with Brazil.Alonso confirmed on Friday that the time is right to quit German giants Leverkusen after two successful seasons.He said at a press conference: “This week the club and I have agreed that these two games will be my last two games as Bayer Leverkusen coach. We have been talking during this week that is always about the moment and now is the right moment to announce it.”We have always had a good and direct communication and now that we have clarity, it is the right moment to say that for sure. It is a moment with mixed emotions but it is the moment to announce it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It’s not the moment to talk about the future. Now we know, we want to have a proper farewell on Sunday for some players and for myself. We have to enjoy this moment with mixed emotions.”The former Liverpool, Real and Bayern Munich star led Leverkusen to their first-ever Bundesliga title last year, with his side also becoming the first ‘Invincibles’ side in Germany top-flight history.This season will see them finish second behind Bayern Munich.And after being linked with a move to Real last summer, Alonso has now reportedly decided to return to the Bernabeu.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe made 236 appearances during six years as a Los Blancos player, winning a LaLiga title, two Copa del Reys and the Champions League.Alonso had long been earmarked by Real chiefs as a future manager.Carlo Ancelotti to step down as Real Madrid bossAnd he will now pen a three-year contract to help the club regain their title from champions-elect Barcelona.The Italian will have a grand send-off to toast the 15 trophies he’s delivered in two spells.As for Ancelotti, he is said to have mutually agreed to part ways with Real later this month.And Ancelotti will then finalise a deal with Brazil to lead them at next summer’s World Cup.After securing Alonso, Real’s thoughts will immediately turn to the transfer market.A free deal for Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has already been agreed.Read More on The SunWhile a new left-back and midfielder are also high on the list of priorities, with Girona’s Miguel Gutierrez and Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi favoured.Real want to land a new centre-back too, with Bournemouth’s Spanish international Dean Huijsen their top target alongside Arsenal’s William Saliba. More

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      Bournemouth vs Aston Villa FREE BETS: Get up to £40 bonus to spend on football with talkSPORT BET

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      EIGHTH hosts seventh in the Premier League’s Saturday teatime clash as Bournemouth and Aston Villa continue their push for European football next season.And brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim up to £40 in free bets when they register an account and stake at least £20 on the big south coast fixture.Bournemouth vs Aston Villa: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim talkSPORT BET offertalkSPORT BETVisit the talkSPORT website HERE*Create an account and Opt In to this promotion via the OFFERS tabMake a depositPlace your first bet up to £40, minimum £20, on any football market, at odds of Evens or greaterYou must do this within 7 days of registrationOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first betFor example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free betsIf you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free betstalkSPORT BET: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim Here*Bournemouth vs Aston Villa: Get up to £40 in free bets – Claim here*What’s the offer?Brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim a welcome bonus of up to £40 when they register an account.How to claim?Simply visit the talkSPORT BET website on your mobile device and create an account. Opt in to this promotion via the OFFERS tab and then make a deposit via debit card or Apple Pay.Stake £20 or more on any football market at odds of at least Evens. Remember, you must do this within 7 days of opening your account.What happens next?Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with up to £40 free bets based on your first bet bet.For example, if you stake £20, you will receive 4 x £5 free bets. If you stake £40 you would receive the full 4 x £10 free bets:On settlement of your qualifying bet, your account will be credited with the following:£10 free bet – Bet Builder (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Correct Score (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)And the following free bets, which will be credited 24 hours after the first bonus funds:£10 free bet – To Win and Both Team to Score – 90 mins (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)£10 free bet – Acca 4+ selection (if your qualifying bet is £20, you will only receive a £5 free bet)*18+ New customers only. Opt in via mobile device, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsiblyRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – GambleAware.orgRead our guide on responsible gambling practices.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. More

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      Tommy Fury EXACT fight time – when is TNT returning to the ring TONIGHT to face Kenan Hanjalic?

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      BOXING lovers will finally get to see Tommy Fury return to action TONIGHT in a Budapest battle against Kenan Hanjalic – and the EXACT fight time has been confirmed! It has been a difficult last couple of years for Fury, having split up with long-term partner Molly-Mae and pulling out of a bout with Darren Till.Tommy Fury hasn’t fought since his 2023 battle against KSICredit: GettyHowever, the last time Tyson Fury’s little brother stepped foot in the ring, he secured a controversial win against social media mogul KSI.Fury, 26, had a point deducted but still picked up a majority win.And should TNT play his cards right, he’ll be expected to extend his unbeaten record to 11 wins and 0 losses.But with other bouts taking place first, he’ll have to wait a little while before climbing through those ropes.Read more on Tommy FuryFind out exactly when Tommy Fury will be fighting tonight.What EXACT time will Tommy Fury be fighting tonight?Tommy Fury’s ringwalks for his bout against Kenan Hanjalic is expected to take place around 10pm BST, Thich means the fight should start at approximately 10:15pm BST.However, timings could change depending on the length of the undercard bouts.The fight is taking place at the MTK Arena in Budapest, Hungary.Who is on the Fury vs Hanjalic undercard?The fight event has now been picked up by DAZN.That means it will be aired on the DAZN TV channel in the UK.Subscribers will also be able to live stream the event via the DAZN website or the downloadable app.DAZN is available for £119.99 annually (or £14.99 per month).There is also a flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time, for £24.99.Alternatively, SunSport will have a live blog of all the action as it happens from Budapest. More

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      ‘I’ll never get over these pics’, joke fans as Kevin Hart compared to ‘armrest’ after posing with Premier League giants

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      COMEDIAN Kevin Hart was compared to an “armrest” after posing with two Premier League giants.The pint-sized funnyman, who stands at 5ft 4in, is currently on a tour of the UK performing his new show ‘Acting My Age’.Kevin Hart was compared to an ‘armrest’ as he posed with two Premier League starsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/kevinhart4real/?hl=enThe 5ft 4in comic looked tiny standing next to Virgil van Dijk, who is a whole foot tallerCredit: AlamyHart, a Hollywood superstar with a net worth of £340million after starring in box office hits like Jumanji, Central Intelligence and Ride Along, will play two sold-out shows at London’s Royal Albert Hall this weekend.But earlier in the week, he performed at the AO Arena in Manchester to another bumper audience.And among the fans in attendance were Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and Man City star Nathan Ake.After the gig, the Netherlands duo met Hart before posing for pictures.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the comic had the last laugh with a hilarious crop which cut the heads off Van Dijk, who is 6ft 4in tall, and Ake, who stands at 5ft 10in.Hart told his 177m Instagram followers: “I got to meet two amazing guys last night… shout out to Virgil van Dijk and Nathan Ake.“Congrats on all of your success fellas, keep going. Looking forward to what you are going to do next! Dinner on me when the World Cup hits the States.“Sorry about your heads in the picture fellas but rules are rules… I have to look cool at all times.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLuckily for Hart, Van Dijk saw the funny side as the newly-crowned Premier League title winner responded with a laughing face and heart emoji.England star Kyle Walker, on loan at AC Milan from Man City, also replied with a series of laugh emojis.Virgil van Dijk ‘destroys’ Michael Owen with brutal 13-word put-down on live TV after Liverpool beat Everton Nathan Ake was also in attendance for Hart’s Manchester showCredit: AlamyThe Hollywood star is touring the UK this monthCredit: GettyWhile Ake said: “Thank you for a great show man, it was nice to meet you and see you soon in the States.”Fans were also left in stitches with the funny snap.One said: “I’ll never get over these pics.”Another declared: “I would do the same if someone used me as an armrest.”One noted: “Bro had to get a camera man who was his height.”Another added: “They knew the rules when they walked into shot.” More

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      ‘Why do I care what Man Utd think?’ – Postecoglou starts mind games early as Tottenham boss bristles at question

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU has wasted no time trying to gain the mental advantage over Manchester United after Tottenham sealed a Europa League final spot against their Premier League rivals last night.Spurs will take on fellow Prem strugglers Man Utd in Bilbao later this month after the North Londoners beat Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt 5-1 on aggregate in the Europa League semi-finals.Ange Postecoglou has wasted no time trying to gain the mental advantage over Manchester UnitedCredit: GettySpurs booked their spot in the Europa League final with a 5-1 aggregate win over Norwegian side Bodo/GlimtCredit: GettyAnd Aussie boss Postecoglou, 59, has already started the mind games in a bid to gain an edge on Ruben Amorim’s side.The former Celtic manager was asked if he thought that winning the Europa League would save Spurs’ poor season or not, having come under immense criticism for the club’s shocking league campaign.Man Utd manager Amorim has been posed similar questions throughout the season given their league form too, and has insisted that “nothing will save our season”.Speaking in his post-match press conference, Postecoglou defiantly batted away the idea that Spurs should take United’s standpoint on the idea.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “I don’t care. Why do I care what Man Utd think? Why is that relevant to me?”Okay so, ask the Man Utd manager why he says that. Me? I’ve said this is important all along.”Probed to delve deeper into what a first trophy in over 17 years would mean for Spurs, Postecoglou implied that it was obvious what ending the drought would do for the club.Turning the question around on the reporter, he added: “To be fair, you know better than me. You’ve followed this club probably more than I have.Most read in FootballRuben Amorim has insisted that a Europa League success wouldn’t save Man Utd’s shocking seasonCredit: EPACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”What do you think a trophy would do for us? The question answers itself, it doesn’t need me to.”But, you know what? What’s happening right now is that people are fearing that, that it actually might happen.Ange Postecoglou says he will be around ‘for a little bit longer’ after Tottenham victory over Eintracht Frankfurt “Because it might happen, let’s see how we can tear it down somehow. Diminish it somehow by saying it’s been a poor season or that we don’t deserve this or we don’t deserve that.”Tottenham haven’t won a trophy since they lifted the League Cup back in 2008, failing to win in three League Cup finals and one Champions League final since.While it’s not out of the ordinary to question their league campaign this term, given they are currently languishing in 16th place in the table.Spurs have managed just 11 wins from 35 Prem games this season, losing an astonishing 19 times – more than any other team that hasn’t already been relegated.While only West Ham and the three relegated sides have conceded more goals in the league than Postecoglou’s side this term.That said, they have had an impressive run in the Europa League – finishing fourth in the league phase and losing just two of their 14 clashes.Now they have the chance to secure qualification into the Champions League next season with a win over Man Utd in the final – a team Postecoglou has already got the better of three times this season.Tottenham’s league form has been disappointing this seasonCredit: Reuters More

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      Frank Lampard reveals he listens to same song on every dog walk as he bids to guide Coventry back to Premier League

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      FRANK LAMPARD has revealed that he listens to a Coventry anthem on every dog walk.The 46-year-old was appointed manager of the Sky Blues in November and quickly became popular among fans.Frank Lampard has revealed that he listens to a fan-favourite Coventry anthem while walking the dogCredit: GettyAt the first time of asking he led Coventry to the Championship playoffs, where they will face Sunderland in the semi-finals.Ahead of the first leg on Friday evening, Lampard has opened up about his love for the club.The Chelsea legend even revealed that he listens to the club’s unnofficial anthem, ‘We’ll Live and Die in These Towns’ by The Enemy, on every dog walk.Speaking to The Telegraph, Lampard explained: “From my part, I’ve loved it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It gets the tingles going pre-game every time I hear it. I play it in the car and on my dog walks.”And my two youngest have really taken to it as well. My wife Christine, sent me a voice note of my daughter singing it before a game.””I can’t speak for them, but I’m sure that, like me, they will have a lot of affection and feeling for it and how the fans react to it pre-game.”‘We’ll Live and Die in These Towns’ recently became adopted by Coventry fans and the song is now sung before every match.Most read in ChampionshipCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA rendition of the tune prior to the club’s FA Cup semi-final meeting with Manchester United at Wembley Stadium went viral last year.It is now considered one of the best club anthems in England.’One of the best things I’ve ever seen’ – Frank Lampard stunned as Coventry star hits 180 with first-ever three dartsLampard admitted it would mean “a great deal” to earn promotion to the Premier League with Coventry prior to the club’s playoff meeting with Sunderland.In his pre-match press conference, he said: “I think the reality for this club and for us as a group this year is what it would mean considering where we were in November/December and the early parts of the season.”From the work done and for the players who have owned it and shown really consistent performances and have managed to move up the table, it  would mean a great deal because of where we’ve come from and also for this club, the history of the club and it has a great history of FA Cup finals and playing top tier football and it’s been a long while.”I understand the responsibility of that, and those are things that we can deal with if they come, but we have to absolutely focus on three games hopefully, but right now specifically one and then the away leg to see what we can do, because it’s what we do on the pitch that will get us there or not.” More

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      Free-kick hero Antony breaks down in tears after Real Betis survive scare to reach Conference League final vs Chelsea

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      ANTONY broke down in tears after Real Betis reached the Europa Conference League final. The La Liga side drew 2-2 with Fiorentina in the second leg of their semi-final tie in Florence on Thursday night to win 4-3 on aggregate. Antony was overcome with emotion after Real Betis reached the Europa Conference League finalCredit: GETTYThe 25-year-old broke down in tears during the celebrationsCredit: GETTYAntony scored a stunning free kick in the first half against FiorentinaCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKAntony played a huge role in Los Verdiblancos making it to the final, firing them into the lead with a stunning first-half free kick. And the Brazilian was overcome with emotion after the final whistle. Tears streamed down the winger’s face after Betis were confirmed as finalists along with Premier League outfit Chelsea. Reaching the final is the icing on the cake of what has been a remarkable career revival for Antony since he left Manchester United on loan in January. READ MORE SPORTS NEWSThe former Ajax man has scored eight goals and racked up five assists in 21 appearances since his move. And his sumptuous free kick past former Red Devil David de Gea was his third goal in as many games.The 25-year-old is loving life at Betis, saying: ” I always say that the best decision I’ve ever made was coming to Betis.”I’m happy, and when I’m happy, things go well.Most read in SportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“For me, of course, it’s important to score goals and provide assists, but being happy is even more important.“I found myself here, I’m very happy here, and things are going very well.”Moment Antony told red card has been OVERTURNED and he can play Real Madrid as Man Utd flop celebrates with team-matesAntony’s future under new Red Devils gaffer Ruben Amorim – who has guided the club to the Europa League final – is unclear.”The future? It’s very early,” the former Ajax man admitted. “I don’t know what’s going to happen.”But I’m very happy here. I’ve found myself enjoying football.”It’s crazy right now, although I know how talented I am.”So I prioritised going where I knew I’d be happy, even though I had better offers.” More