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      Eighth-tier football club move into former Rugby Premiership stadium with bigger capacity than Premier League side

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      AN eighth-tier club are set to move into a stadium with a bigger capacity than Premier League Bournemouth.Worcester City reside in the Northern Premier League Midlands Division but soon they will have a stadium fit for the top flight.Worcester City are set to move into Sixways StadiumCredit: PAIt was previously home to former Premiership Rugby side Worcester WarriorsCredit: GettyThere are plans to redevelop the 11,500-capacity stadiumA new North Stand will be builtA hotel will also be built on the siteThat’s because they will move into Sixways Stadium at the end of the season.It was previously the home of former Premiership Rugby club Worcester Warriors, who disbanded in February last year.Worcester City have plans to build a stadium of their own but in the mean time they are seeking a move from current ground Chaines Lane.Increasing attendances and a poor pitch at Chaines Lane means Sixways is a much more attractive option, and will be Worcester’s ground until the 2029/30 season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSixways has a seating capacity of 11,000 and hospitality for 500, making it bigger than Bournemouth’s 11,379-seat Vitality Stadium.It also has car parking and function rooms, with plans to upgrade the stadium in progress.A new North Stand will be built to increase the capacity of the ground, as well as an events centre, six padel courts and a new corporate hospitality offering, including a 120-bed hotel.Worcester City are set to take advantage of the facilities for the next five years, during which time their permanent home – Worcestershire Community Sports Park – will be built.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSClub owner Simon Lancaster spoke of the ground switch, saying: “We’re working hard on getting our own home and we will continue to do so, but while we are doing that we need to simultaneously look out for the short term and secure the best available option.”He continued: “Claines is a good place to watch football on a good day and I think we all enjoy watching football there but, in the time that I’ve been involved with the club, the pitch has been a problem and it would be very costly to improve that.OLD TRAFFORD STADIUM VT YOUTUBE master”There were lots of costs involved in improving the ground following promotion to step four, and there would be even more costs if we were promoted to step three.”If we were to get promoted, I think Claines would struggle to accommodate the sort of attendances we’d be looking for.” More

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      Man Utd star Rasmus Hojlund hits back at troll in private message on social media after ‘disturbing’ criticism

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Rasmus Hojlund hit back at a troll on social media over “disturbing” criticism, according to claims online.Pictures circulating on social media appear to show a direct message sent by Hojlund to a Man Utd fan on Instagram after criticism of his move to Old Trafford.Rasmus Hojlund appeared hit back at trolls onlineCredit: GettyHojlund, 21, has drawn criticism from United supporters since his £64m move from Atalanta two summers ago.The Danish forward is yet to find consistent goal-scoring form, scoring just twice from 13 league appearances this term.And one unimpressed fan took aim at the Denmark international in a strongly worded Instagram post.The frustrated United supporter claimed that “Erik ten Hag needs to be trialled in court for the signing”, as well as labelling Hojlund’s close control as a “trampoline touch”.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSince the troll’s post, it has been claimed online that Hojlund direct messaged the supporter to highlight his displeasure at the fans’ assessment of his form.In a screenshot showing a message from Hojlund’s Instagram account, the striker is claimed to have written: “Hi, I find your post a bit disturbing mate.”You are right to have your opinion, but stop talking about things you know nothing about. That is all”.Fans on social media backed Hojlund for standing up for himself after the messages appeared online.Most read in FootballA Man Utd fan took aim at Rasmus Hojlund with a post about his formCredit: InstagramA screenshot appears to show Hojlund messaging the troll on InstagramCredit: InstagramFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSOne wrote: “This doesn’t make sense. I feel for Rasmus”.While another added: “Well done Rasmus. The majority of supporters are with you and hope you succeed”.Classy Ruben Amorim gives young Man Utd fan once-in-a-lifetime tour around Carrington training ground in his carAnd a third commented: “These fans are disgusting”.Hojlund has scored just one goal in his last nine Premier League appearances as Man Utd find themselves struggling in the bottom half of the table.Ruben Amorim’s side currently sit 14th in the league and have lost three of their last four games in all competitions.United face a tough task tonight too as they take on Newcastle United at Old Trafford at 8pm.Hojlund has struggled to find the back of the net in the league this seasonMan Utd ratings vs WolvesBy Ken LawrenceWOLVES landed a shock Boxing Day knockout as Manchester United’s struggles continued.The 2-0 defeat means Ruben Amorim has won just two of the seven Premier League games he has taken charge of.United find themselves 14th in the table and today were not helped by Bruno Fernandes’ red card and Andre Onana letting one in direct from a corner.Here is how SunSport rated the performances…ANDRE ONANA: 4He needed to make an agile save from Jorgen Strand Larsen in the first half, but badly misjudged the flight of Cunha’s corner for the opening goal – his claim that he was obstructed by Matt Doherty was rejected.LENY YORO: 5Recalled but booked after only four minutes for a foul on Cunha, so he was walking on eggshells and was tested by Wolves throughout. Subbed just after the hour mark.HARRY MAGUIRE: 6The England defender did his best to keep United in the game when they were under pressure for long periods – at least he helped to stem the tide until the dying seconds and had a header on target in stoppage time.LISANDRO MARTINEZ: 6Teamed up well with Maguire to stop Wolves from winning this more easily, he stood his ground and produced some important challenges in the latter stages before Wolves caught him on the break with the last action of the game.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI: 5Tenacious and determined, but was one of several players given a torrid time by the best player on the pitch – Cunha.MANUEL UGARTE: 5Dispossesed too easily at times, struggled against a lively Wolves attack and was eventually taken off as one of Amorim’s subs following Fernandes’ red card.KOBBIE MAINOO: 5Looked a threat early on, created some good openings, but he was booked after the break as United looked short on ideas. Faded and was subbed.DIOGO DALOT: 6Brought a tremendous save from Jose Sa in the first half in what was a rare bright spot for United – but he had no major influence on a poor team display.AMAD DIALLO: 5Lacked awareness of his team-mates sometimes and looked a shadow of the player who turned the Manchester derby around less than two weeks ago.BRUNO FERNANDES: 3Sent off early in the second half for a second yellow after a challenge on Nelson Semedo, but the captain had cut a frustrated figure before that.RASMUS HOJLUND: 5Became visibly annoyed at times at a lack of service from his team-mates, he had no joy up front and was subbed with 10 minutes left.SUBSCasemiro (for Mainoo, 63 mins): 6Christian Eriksen (for Ugate, 63 mins): 6Antony (for Yoro, 63 mins): 6Alejandro Garnacho (for Amad, 79 mins): 5Joshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 79 mins): 5 More

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      James Maddison hits back at Tottenham fan who complained he went to World Darts Championship with brutal four-word reply

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      JAMES MADDISON has hit back at a fan who criticised him for attending the World Darts Championship last night.The Tottenham star, 28, came off the bench as his side drew 2-2 with Wolves on Sunday afternoon.James Maddison and Brennan Johnson headed to the darts on Sunday eveningCredit: RexMaddison and Co had drawn 2-2 with Wolves earlier in the dayCredit: ReutersAfter the game he headed to Alexandra Palace to take in the darts.Alongside Brennan Johnson, who scored in Sunday’s match, Maddison watched on as Peter Wright upset reigning champion Luke Humphries.The Official PDC Instagram account posted snaps of Maddison and Johnson in attendance.They captioned it: “From football to the darts!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne account, named “spursynews” took exception to Maddison and Johnson’s outing.They commented: “U taking the p***? The form were in and U go to the darts?? Unacceptable.”Maddison swiftly shrugged off the criticism.He hit back, alongside a laughing emoji: “shut up u wally.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMaddison has been a substitute in Tottenham’s last two games.The England international replaced Johnson on 64 minutes yesterday, but could not help Spurs see out the win.Tottenham fans protest ‘Levy out’ with black balloons as Spurs chairman akwardly watches on during Liverpool lossHe has scored eight goals in 19 Premier League appearances this season, also laying on four assists.Tottenham have collected just one win in their last seven games, and are winless at home in their last five in the league.Their slump has seen them fall to 11th in the table, one point closer to the relegation zone than the top four.After the draw with Wolves, boss Ange Postecoglou said: “It hurts me because I’m responsible ultimately. I’m the person in charge. So of course it hurts.”When I see how hard they are trying, it hurts even more because you want them to get a reward and I think today they deserved a reward for their efforts even though they were dipping into their reserves of energy, which I don’t even know where they got from.”I wanted them to get a reward for their efforts.”It hurts immensely. At the same time it’s my responsibility for where we’re at right now and it’s my responsibility to try to get us out of it.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFollowing a busy period, Spurs players have been given Monday and Tuesday off.They will be back in action on Saturday, when they welcome Newcastle to North London.World Darts Championship – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the Ally Pally extravaganza…All the info: News, features and interviews: More

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      Marcus Rashford in Man Utd squad for first time in five games as star returns from exile after saying he wanted to leave

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      MARCUS RASHFORD returned to the Manchester United squad to face Newcastle.The forward missed the last four matchday squads before being allowed to return by manager Ruben Amorim.Marcus Rashford is back in the Man Utd squadHe has missed Man Utd’s last four matchesCredit: X/ ManUtdHe was first axed for the short trip to Manchester City, with United winning 2-1 after staging a late comeback.Amorim explained his absence was due to tactical reasons, with Alejandro Garnacho also dropped for that match.Garnacho was back the next match, a 4-3 defeat by Tottenham in the Carabao Cup, but Rashford was still absent.The 27-year-old was then left out of back-to-back losses against Bournemouth and Wolves.READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited struggled without Rashford and though they were beaten by Toon, Amorim decided not to use the Englishman off the bench.The Red Devils were without suspended captain Bruno Fernandes, with another attacking player Mason Mount an injury absentee yet again.Amorim explained it was his decision to exile Rashford as he warned his players about maintaining standards.He said: “We try to evaluate everything training performance, game performances, engagement with team-mates, push their team-mates up.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Everything is on the line when we analyse and try to choose the players. It is my selection. Simple.”I don’t want to send a message it is simply an evaluation and they know it. ‘Not just Marcus’ – Ruben Amorim has theory on who’s behind bombshell Rashford interview and will ‘forget it.. for now'”The players are really, really smart. Everybody understands my decision and I have to choose. It is simple selection.”If I don’t do that, I will lose myself and I will not lose myself. I know what I am doing.” More

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      Wayne Rooney hits out at speculation he took mystery woman back to his flat and says ‘it’s simply not true’

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      WAYNE Rooney has hit out at speculation he took a mystery woman back to his flat as he insisted “it’s simply not true.”Trolls and the MailOnline claimed that a video posted on X showed him letting an unidentified woman into his luxury Plymouth pad.Wayne Rooney has hit out at speculation he took a mystery woman back to his flatCredit: TwitterThe angry football icon hit out on InstagramCredit: InstagramAnd another image of him sitting with two women in the pub was taken on a night out back in AugustCredit: TwitterBut today he hit out and explained they were actually a couple who had given the football legend a lift home and his son was present at the time.Posting on his Instagram stories, the angry football icon said: “I am aware of a video circulating online. “The video shows a man and woman looking around my apartment.”The couple kindly gave me a lift home and were in there at the same time as my son who was visiting.Read more Wayne Rooney”Footage is from last summer, it is annoying that at least one online newspaper has chosen to edit the footage to make it appear has though a woman entered the apartment on her own. “That is simply not true.”In the video, Wazza – wearing a grey tracksuit – unlocks a door to his rented luxury apartment in Plymouth as an unidentified woman stands waiting.Rooney is then filmed walking past a huge flatscreen TV, with the camera later panning around to show a kitchen and dining table.Most read in FootballA woman can be heard saying “What time does it end?” while a man holds a blue baseball cap saying “this is the hat that he wears all the time”.Another video shows the guests looking around Rooney’s bedroom and huge ensuite bathroom, with the girl saying “Wow” while the man says “Oh my f***ing god”.The X user who posted the videos, tweeted: “Loves getting p***ed up down the Barbi don’t he… and just having random people back to show off his apartment.“They ain’t even bad, just a bit (a huge) look of unprofessionalism.”The Plymouth fan added: “I am gutted it’s not worked/working.“Loved Rooney as a player, my footballing idol growing up. Unreal feeling when he was announced as a manager.”As well as the video, another image of Rooney sitting with two women in a pub was also posted on X, but that was taken on an evening back in August.Rooney’s job as manager of Plymouth is under pressure after a string of poor results culminating in a 2-0 loss to Oxford United yesterday, leaving them bottom of the Championship.A section of the club’s fans have turned against him, having initially celebrated his arrival on the south coast – and the fact he was willing to socialise in the town.A club spokesman confirmed the apartment videos were not recent as Rooney spent Saturday evening with his team in a hotel near Oxford’s ground preparing for the game.A source told The Sun that I’m A Celeb star Coleen – who spent Sunday in the director’s lounge at Goodison Park, watching his boyhood team Everton FC lose 2-0 to Nottingham Forest – was “unconcerned” by the video when she saw it online.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey said: “Wayne was with his son on the night of the videos. He was given a lift home and invited them in as a thankyou.”Rooney is then filmed walking past a huge flatscreen TV, with the camera later panning around to show a kitchen and dining tableCredit: TwitterColeen spent Sunday in the director’s lounge at Goodison Park, watching his boyhood team Everton FC lose 2-0 to Nottingham ForestCredit: PARooney, 39, looked glum as he watched his team lose 2-0 against Oxford United yesterdayCredit: RexA man holds a blue baseball cap and says ‘this is the hat that he wears all the time’Credit: TwitterRooney’s job as manager of Plymouth is under pressureCredit: Rex More

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      Major VAR change for Carabao Cup semi-finals that’s never been seen before in English football

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      FIFA-style in-stadium referee VAR explanations will be used for the first time in England for the Carabao Cup semi-finals.Until now, while Prem clubs do give more information over decisions changed after VAR intervention over their giant screens, refs have not been heard.Referees will explain decisions after going to the monitorCredit: GettyBut after the game’s Lawmakers Ifab signalled a confirmation that in-stadium announcements will be allowed worldwide from the start of next season, EFL bosses have agreed with PGMOL to trial the new system in the remaining matches in competition.That does not mean a full explanation of decisions by referees and will only apply when the on-field call is altered after a VAR intervention – whether a “factual” call by Stockley Park or after a visit to the pitchside monitor on a “subjective” decision.If a change is confirmed, the referee will be able to announce in simple terms such as “attacking player No 14 was offside, no goal” or “handball by defender No 17, penalty kick” to let the crowd know the basic reason for the new decision.VAR has not been used in this season’s Carabao Cup so far – meaning Manchester United’s complaints about a “foul” by Tottenham’s Lucas Bergvall on keeper Altay Bayindir after Son Heung-min’s late corner ended up in their net were to no avail.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut it was always intended that it would be brought in for the two-legged semi-finals and the Wembley final on March 16.The new approach will first be available for Arsenal’s game with Newcastle on January 7 and then at Tottenham the next day when they face Liverpool.Ahead of the trial being launched, PGMOL bosses have included practice announcement procedures at training camps and also inside top flight grounds.PGMOL say the move – likely to be extended to the Prem next season if it is deemed a success – is part of a “broader commitment to transparency including providing greater clarity and understanding around key decisions”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTottenham defeated Man Utd 4-3 in a dramatic quarter-final to book their place in the last four.A much-changed Liverpool side, meanwhile, won 2-1 at Southampton.’Referee had no choice but to award a penalty after Tyrone Mings’ schoolboy error – he’s absolutely spot on’Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 3-2 courtesy of Gabriel Jesus’ hat-trick.And Newcastle overcame Brentford 3-1 at St James’ Park. More

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      Logan Paul teases imminent Conor McGregor fight announcement as £400m purse bombshell is dropped

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      LOGAN PAUL has appeared to tease an imminent Conor McGregor fight announcement.Exploratory talks over a shock Indian exhibition boxing match between the YouTube sensation and UFC superstar got underway earlier this month.Logan Paul could be on course to face UFC icon Conor McGregor next yearCredit: GETTYThe Notorious recently suggested the crossover clash is a done dealCredit: GETTYPaul teased an imminent fight announcement just hours after McGregor stoked the fireCredit: INSTAGRAM@LOGANPAULMcGregor, 36, sensationally hinted late last week that a deal for the pair to throw down has been finalised. And Paul has added more fuel to the already raging fire on his Instagram story.Just hours after it was claimed he’ll face The Notorious in a Mumbai melee, Paul uploaded footage of himself hitting a heavy bag.The video followed Paul’s liking of an Instagram post stating the fight was nearly a done deal.READ MORE ON MCGREGOR VS PAULScores of boxing and MMA fans were quick to comment on the training clip, with one saying: “Conor KO’s Logan so it sets up him vs Jake.”Another said: “Yeah, he’s cooked.”And another said: “Worst boxer ever.”One remarked: “I think we know the outcome of this fight already.”Most read in BoxingAnother chimed in: “Way too big for McGregor.”It’s been claimed Paul and McGregor will each pocket a staggering £200MILLION for their South Asian showdown.Conor McGregor Trains Amid Logan Paul Boxing Match RumoursMumbai’s Wankhede Stadium is said to be the venue for the crossover clash, which is the brainchild of billionaire Anant Ambani.The fight will reportedly be held in conjunction with the nation’s ‘Visit India’ tourism campaign.It was recently revealed that neither the UFC nor the WWE – who McGregor and Paul have respective contracts with – have been contacted about the bout.But the fight would be simple to make if the promotions were keen to cash in as they’re both under the TKO Group banner.Paul hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his Misfits Boxing win over Dillon Danis last October, which came via disqualification.McGregor, meanwhile, hasn’t competed since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier in July 2021.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Irishman’s next fight will be his first since being found civilly liable for assaulting Nikita Hand at a Dublin Hotel in December 2018.The Dubliner – who was accused of “raping and battering” Ms Hand – has vowed to appeal the verdict of last month’s civil trial at Dublin’s High Court.Logan Paul last fought in a October 2023 grudge match with Dillon DanisCredit: ALAMYConor McGregor hasn’t competed since breaking his left leg in July 2021Credit: AP More

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      Ipswich warn fans over travel delay for Chelsea clash as army investigate ‘unexploded shell’

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      IPSWICH TOWN have issued a warning to travelling fans as the army investigate an “unexploded shell” in Suffolk.The Tractor Boys told their fans to allow extra time for their journey to Portman Road ahead of the club’s clash with Chelsea this evening.Ipswich Town have warned fans of travel issues after an ‘unexploded shell’ was found nearbyCredit: GettyIpswich posted on X to tell their fans that their journey to the stadium could take longer than expected.A statement posted on the Suffolk Police X account read: “A 100m cordon is being put in place at Bourne Bridge, Ipswich, awaiting an army team to examine a possible unexploded shell.”People should allow extra time for their journeys as road closures are likely to affect the A137/B1456 and A137/Hawes Street roundabouts.”At present it is unclear if the issue could cause any delays to tonight’s Premier League clash.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIpswich vs Chelsea is scheduled to kick off at 7:45pm.MORE TO FOLLOW…THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More