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      Lewis Hamilton’s team-mate George Russell reveals one F1 driver is against making immediate rule change

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      GEORGE RUSSELL has revealed that just one Formula One driver is opposed to an immediate major change to the rules.The driver’s title race took a fresh twist in Mexico as a 20-second penalty for Max Verstappen allowed Lando Norris to close the gap on the Dutchman to just 47 points.George Russell has said that 19 out of 20 F1 drivers want to see rule change immediatelyCredit: RexIt comes after contrasting penalty’s handed to both Max Verstappen and Lando Norris in the last two grand prixCredit: GettyHowever, the weekend was also significant because it saw race stewards take a new approach to judging racing incidents. At the US Grand Prix in Austin, Norris had been handed a five-second penalty for going off the track and gaining an advantage when trying to overtake the Red Bull at Turn 12, costing him a podium.The McLaren driver had argued that he was forced off the road by Verstappen when defending, though the FIA dismissed an appeal from the team.A meeting involving the pair followed in the week before the Mexico Grand Prix, with the meeting becoming “lively” as the debate over the rules intensified.READ MORE IN F1The Mexico race then saw Verstappen defending against Norris again, with the Brit again going off track, before the Red Bull then shoved him off a few turns later to get the position back.These two moves resulted in Verstappen receiving a 20-second time penalty and resulted in him finishing down in P6, while Norris claimed P2 behind Ferrari race winner and former team-mate Carlos Sainz.However, the rules were interpreted differently from one weekend to the next.The current racing guidelines say a driver overtaking on the outside needs to be afforded extra room exiting the corner if the front axle of his car is ahead of that of the inside car at the apex.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut many drivers feel the rule needs to be changed to add a caveat that if the driver defending his position also ends up going off track, they should face some form of penalty.In an effort to clear up the racing guidelines, drivers have voted on how the rules should be interpreted.Beloved Race track destroyed and swept away with car park underwater just two weeks before hosting huge Moto GP race And Russell, who serves as the head of Grand Prix Drivers’ Association said that all drivers bar one have agreed to rectify the rules immediately.Though the 26-year-old did not name the driver who went against his peers, the Mercedes star said: “I think the stewards are totally on board with what needs to change.”Our view is, I think the biggest discussion is, they wanted to wait until 2025, so it’s something consistent through this year. “I would say 19 out of 20 drivers said: ‘Well, if it’s incorrect, make the change today’.”I’m glad to see those incidents were punished [in Mexico] and I suspect moving forward in Brazil, what we saw today and what we saw last week you won’t be able to get away with.”You presume [it should be easy to change if everyone agrees], but it sometimes seems more difficult than it has to be when things have to get approved and we’ve got to go to a vote app. “But as I said, 19 out of 20, we’re all aligned on where it needs to be.”Russell – who F1 fans may have the chance to dress from next season following a stunning job posting by the Silver Arrows – finished in fifth place behind team-mate Lewis Hamilton in Mexico.Asked about the incidents of allegedly running another driver off track, Hamilton said: “You shouldn’t be able to come off the brakes and run more speed in and go off the track and still hold your place.”Three-time champion Verstappen said he has always raced according to the meaning of the rules, and that if they were changed he would drive according to the new meaning of them as well.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and TBCAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconHowever, any new driver guidelines will take time to publish, and a new draft of the rules will not be available for the drivers to consider until the Qatar Grand Prix in December.Despite Russell claiming 19 out of 20 agree they need rectifying, no official vote has taken place yet.According to the BBC’s Andrew Benson, drivers previously had no issue with the rules but were instead frustrated by the inconsistent application of them by stewards.However, now both the written guidelines and their application have come into question.The final race in a triple header now sees F1 return to Brazil. READ MORE SUN STORIESOrganisers have confirmed a £22million investment has allowed for the entire circuit at Interlagos to be resurfaced as well as the upgrade of a number of hospitality features and building of an access tunnel.They have also revealed a touching tribute will be paid to Ayrton Senna 30 years on from his death, with Hamilton set to drive his 1990 McLaren car on Saturday evening.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      ‘Forget what my wife and kids are thinking’ – ‘Selfish’ Mike Tyson admits he’ll put his life on the line vs Jake Paul

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      ICONIC boxing veteran Mike Tyson doesn’t care if he puts his life in danger for his comeback fight against Jake Paul.Tyson admits he is selfish about his desire to keep fighting, not caring about the concerns of his wife or children.Mike Tyson is ready to risk his life against Jake PaulCredit: ReutersHe will face Paul on November 15Credit: EPAThe ex-undisputed heavyweight champion of the world is confident he will beat YouTuber turned-boxer Paul, claiming he will run scared once the bell goes in Dallas next month.Fans and medical specialists have expressed concerns about Tyson’s welfare given the 31 year age difference to his younger, taller and heavier opponent.But the 58-year-old is willing to put his life on the line: “It ignites me. You know what I mean? It just gives me a life for myself. Forget everybody else even if they wish I lose, it’s about me doing what I want to do.“Forget what my wife and kids are thinking about just this one moment. Just stick with me and don’t feel sorry for me. Don’t worry about me. That’s all.READ MORE ON SPORT“It had nothing to do with my kids. It’s all about me.“And sometimes I wonder, is that bad? Is that my ego where it’s just the hell I’m going to do, I don’t care what my health risk or anything, and it’s just who I am.“They knew I was that way before they married me.”They know I was that way when I had them and when they were kids, and I’m just going to always be there. I’m always going to test myself.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“I’m always going to push the envelope. “Tyson admits his completive nature means he is ready to defy the odds adding that some people may seem him as delusional. Mike Tyson, 58, sparks concern as he says he ‘wants to die in the ring’ ahead of Jake Paul fight in new Netflix videoHe said: “It’s very scary if you don’t give up on yourself because you could accomplish things you never dreamed you were going to accomplish.“And when you do something like that, believe it or not, even if it’s in a good perspective, it’s very scary to believe something that you see as a delusion which you made a reality. That’s pretty scary, but it’s good. It’s just scary to know the power of the mind could accomplish anything.”Asked what to say to fans who have concerns about him fighting Paul, he replied: “Tell them to bet their life on it.“Tyson, speaking to Fox TV in Texas, declared he has “bad intentions” for Paul admitting the fight will be “not long.”He smirked: “As soon as I catch him, because he’s going to run like a thief. I don’t see how he’s going to make an exciting fight by running all day.“He’s supposed to be the young guy. He’s supposed to walk right through me. I’m an old man. He’s going to run all f***ing night.“You can’t compare me with other people my age because other people at my age haven’t been training as long as being consistent as me. And I’m just a different species for a human being.“I think it is because I’m very active in what I do. I don’t sit around doing nothing. I’m just very active. I’m very serious in what I do, and I’m just so interested. I can’t wait for this evening to happen.“I think he believes he’s a young guy. I’m the quasi-retired man child or whatever they may think I am, and he thinks this is going to be an easy touch.“I’m going to be successful doing it, and it’s easy.“READ MORE SUN STORIESTyson taunted Paul to stand toe-to-toe and punched him at the start of the fight, which will be screened on Netflix on November 15.He added: “He should try it. He’s a younger man. He should be able to handle punches from an old, withering man like me. “ More

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      Former Chelsea ace who was ‘better than Cristiano Ronaldo’ opens up on new porn career and gets rave review from co-star

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      FORMER Chelsea star Fabio Paim has lifted the lid on his new career in porn.The Portuguese, 36, came through the ranks at Sporting Lisbon before a loan spell at Stamford Bridge in 2008.Fabio Paim recently starred in his first porn filmCredit: InstagramPaim had a spell at Chelsea in 2008Credit: GettyAged 36 he has made a dramatic career changeCredit: INSTAGRAM @diana.melancia01Paim only played for the Blues’ reserve side during his West London stint, and failed to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo’s Sporting exploits, despite going on to make several bold claims about the forward.After revealing last month that he was eyeing a new career in porn, the former winger recently starred in his first film.Speaking to Globo Esporte about his shock switch, Paim said: “Here in Portugal [the porn film] is all the rage, everyone is going crazy.”Do you know why? Because people don’t take it the wrong way, that’s just how I am.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”On a podcast, I said that my dream was to be a pornographic actor. I got a lot of offers.”I was on the news, I was on the front pages of newspapers… And I hadn’t done anything.”Since everyone was talking about it, [I thought] let’s make a film. And I did. I’ll tell you one thing. It’s good to have sex and still get paid for it.”Paim was three years below Ronaldo in Sporting’s academy.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPaim revealed his porn ambitions last monthCredit: YouTubeThe former footballer has now opened up on his experienceCredit: InstagramPaim played for Portugal at youth levelCredit: Getty – ContributorSpeaking about the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Paim said: “He grew up with me, we spent a long time together.”I was Sporting’s number one at that time. Cristiano started to be Cristiano when he went to Manchester. Even then, nobody knew he would become what he is today. Cristiano Ronaldo said I was the only player better than him but I ended up watching him train through my prison window”Today Cristiano is the king, Paim is nobody. And people say ‘oh, he’s a liar, he wasn’t better’. But the truth is that I was better than him and everyone knows that. I had more talent.”But talent is nothing, talent is just a little bit. If you don’t have the rest, you’ll be nobody.”Following Paim’s debut porn film, he earned rave reviews from co-star Diana Cu de Melancia.She said: “We thought he was going to be nervous and it wouldn’t work out – but Fabio turned out to be a lion.“He was good at football and he is good at porn. He’s going to be a success.“I hope this film is the first of many with Paim.”’DREAMS COME TRUE’He added: “It’s difficult being in front of the cameras but I did it and I think I have got talent for this.“I got a lot of pleasure and made two dreams come true, making the film and being with two spectacular women.”Paim has also made bold claims about Ronaldo’s Ballons d’Or awards.He told SunSport last year: “If I speak about technique, I was better. I was a small Ronaldinho. But as we can see, it’s not the technique that leads us to wherever.”But yes at that time I was better than Cristiano. I believe he should give me one of his Ballons d’Or!”READ MORE SUN STORIESPaim was accused of rape in 2012 and 2015, although neither allegation went to trial.In 2019 he was then arrested on suspicion of drugs trafficking and forced to go to prison before eventually being cleared. More

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      Mike Tyson’s blunt 10-word response to Eddie Hearn after promoter calls Jake Paul fight ‘disrespectful to boxing’

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      MIKE TYSON has hit back after Eddie Hearn slammed his fight against Jake Paul as “disrespectful to boxing”. Tyson returns to the ring on November 15 in Texas for a controversial clash with Paul scrutinised due to the huge age gap between them. Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: GettyEddie Hearn has hit out at the fightCredit: ReutersHearn – who promotes the rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano on the undercard – has been among the most critical. He blasted it as “dangerous, irresponsible and disrespectful to boxing” and vowed to leave the stadium early to NOT watch the bout. But Iron Mike – who could strike fear into opponents’ eyes with just a glare – had an equally blunt response when probed on Hearn’s comments. He said: “Well, that’s Eddie’s opinion and that’s all I can say.”READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson, 58, is now 20 YEARS removed from his last professional fight, the night he quit on the stool against Kevin McBride.But he did return in 2020 for an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr which was drawn over eight rounds. It was nothing more than a glorified sparring session between two of boxing’s most respected figures. Although when he shares the ring with 27-year-old – Paul things will be different. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt will be a pro sanctioned bout, with records going on the line and competed over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three. Tyson – who pulled out of the initial July 20 date due to an ulcer flare up – will also be subject to additional brain and heart tests due to his age. ‘There’s nothing nice about me’ – Mike Tyson’s chilling warning after saying he needs 10% of his prime to beat Jake Paul And the fight will mark Netflix’s first foray into live boxing – with a huge purse of £60MILLION to be shared down the middle between them. But Tyson – who blew through nearly £300m of boxing purses during his prime – insisted the fight is NOT money-motivated. He said: “The money from this fight is not going to change my lifestyle. This is not for financial reasons.“My life is not gonna change, not 1 per cent after this fight, I will always be able to live this way and I’m just doing it because I wanna test myself.” More

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      Man Utd secret plot to sack Ten Hag ‘leaked after cost-cutting chiefs took budget Ryanair flight instead of private jet’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED execs reportedly blew the lid on their plans to sack Erik ten Hag by getting on a budget Ryanair flight.According to the Daily Mail, a team of Man Utd execs took a Ryanair flight to Barcelona to hold talks with Xavi’s representatives while Ten Hag was still in charge.Manchester United chiefs reportedly boarded a Ryanair flight to Barcelona, subsequently leaking their plans to replace Erik ten HagCredit: PATen Hag was sacked on MondayCredit: AlamyNews that United were searching for a new boss while Ten Hag was still at the helm broke in recent weeks.And the Mail claim that the information had been leaked thanks to United’s cost-cutting measures.New minority owners Ineos have been doing all they can to bring down costs at the Manchester club, but their efforts have seemingly spoilt their chances of confidentiality.It’s claimed that instead of using a private jet to hold talks with potential new managers, United’s team of execs boarded a Ryanair flight to keep things cheap.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut that commercial flight blew their cover, with other passengers recognising them on their ‘secret rendezvous’ to negotiate a new boss at the Theatre of Dreams.It’s said that the team of execs spotted included CEO Omar Berrada, sporting director Dan Ashworth and technical director Jason Wilcox.United already tried to avoid paying for a private jet earlier this week.The Red Devils reportedly asked rivals Man City if they could give a lift to Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho to go to the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCity had laid on a private jet for their own nominees, but told United that their plane was full and there was no room for Mainoo and Garnacho.Erik ten Hag was swiftly whisked away in a private jet after he was sacked on Monday.Ruud van Nistelrooy hints he wants to stay at Man Utd in plea to Ruben Amorim as interim vows to ‘serve’ clubUnited appear to be edging closer to announcing Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim as their new boss.The Red Devils played their first game of the post-Ten Hag era last night.Led by interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy, Man Utd battered Leicester City 5-2 to book their spot in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.Man Utd interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy led the club to a 5-2 win over Leicester last nightCredit: GettyRuben Amorim is edging closer to being announced as Man Utd’s new bossCredit: Getty More

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      Pep Guardiola admits Man City were ‘HUNGOVER’ for FA Cup final loss against Man Utd following Premier League title bash

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      PEP GUARDIOLA has admitted that his Manchester City stars were “hungover” during their FA Cup final defeat last season.The City boss, 53, was speaking after his side were dumped out of the Carabao Cup by Tottenham last night.Pep Guardiola spoke after his side’s 2-1 defeat to Tottenham last nightCredit: GettyMan City won the Prem title on the final day of last seasonCredit: GettyJack Grealish and Co subsequently went out to celebrateCredit: SplashMan Utd beat Man City in the FA Cup final the following weekendCredit: APThe 2-1 defeat was City’s first loss of the season, which was pointed out to Guardiola after the game.Their last defeat had come at Wembley in last season’s FA Cup final, in which they were beaten 2-1 by Manchester United.Referencing that match last night, Guardiola said: “This is the news, not that we lose, but how long it has been since we lose.”Of course, with the FA Cup final we were a little bit hungover, but it is good news.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Wembley showpiece had come just a week after City had clinched the Premier League title on the final day of the season.City stars let their hair down after pipping Arsenal to the post, with the likes of Jack Grealish and Erling Haaland leading the celebrations.After lifting the Premier League trophy, City stars and their partners headed to plush Manchester bar and restaurant Fenix to continue their revelry.The following weekend at Wembley they looked sluggish, with goals by Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo giving Man Utd a 2-0 half-time lead.Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGuardiola comforts Phil Foden after the FA Cup finalCredit: ReutersCity stars were left disappointed at WembleyCredit: ReutersJeremy Doku did pull one back for City late on, but Guardiola’s men were unable to conjure an equaliser.The cup final win largely contributed to Erik ten Hag clinging on to his job as Man Utd boss at the time.Jack Grealish is helped out of bar at 5am as Man City’s wild celebrations continue into the night after record titleHe had appeared all but certain to get the sack after his side finished a dismal eighth.But following the cup final victory the Dutchman was given a reprieve by United’s Ineos chiefs.After another summer at the helm, Ten Hag was unable to change United’s league fortunes.He was finally sacked on Monday following last weekend’s 2-1 defeat at West Ham, with United 14th in the table after nine games.Ruud van Nistelrooy has been placed in caretaker charge, with Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim primed to take over.City, meanwhile, are facing an injury crisis – having lost Manuel Akanji in last night’s warm-up and Savinho during the match.After the game, Guardiola confessed: “We have 13 players, we are in real difficulties.”The guys that play, they finish most of them with problems and we’ll see how they recover.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think we are in trouble, because in nine years we’ve never been in the situation with so many injuries.”The players make a step forward, more together than ever, and we will try to do this week in this short time of recovery.” More

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      Ruud van Nistelrooy hints he wants to stay at Man Utd in plea to Ruben Amorim as interim vows to ‘serve’ club

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      RUUD VAN NISTELROOY has hinted that he wants to stay at Manchester United, but does not care what role he has to play.The Red Devils legend took charge of the team for Wednesday’s League Cup tie against Leicester following the sacking of Erik ten Hag on Monday.Ruud van Nistelrooy led Man Utd to a 5-2 win over Leicester in the League CupCredit: GettyBut he has hinted he wants to stay at Man Utd despite the expected arrival of Ruben AmorimCredit: GettyAnd Van Nistelrooy had every reason to celebrate as his team ran out 5-2 winners over the Foxes with braces from Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro as well as a goal from Alejandro Garnacho.Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim looks nailed on to take over at Old Trafford as Ten Hag’s permanent successor – something which has seemingly been confirmed by Sir Dave Brailsford.However, with reports suggesting there is a 30-day notice period before he can officially take over, Van Nistelrooy will have the month of November to rack up some vital points for United.But speaking after the Leicester win, Van Nistelrooy said he wants to stay at the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told Sky Sports: “I came here as an assistant to help the club. “Now in this role, I’m helping as long as needed.”I’m here to help and serve and give my everything for the club in any capacity with so many people here around me that want the best for the club and that will never change.”On the performance, the 48-year-old said: “I couldn’t have asked for more.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The first goal was unbelievable, a fantastic finish. I must say we also needed some luck and had some luck on our side. “The double post and it came back to Casemiro (for his second goal) and the Bruno deflection (for his first).Man Utd ratings vs Leicester”But I’m delighted for [Casemiro] the first one is in and then you see that more goals are coming. “It was a good goal by Garna and assist by Diogo. It was a great night.”Whether Amorim will keep the ex-striker around remains to be seen.But Sporting have told United they will need to cough up another £4million to take his coaching staff, as well as the £8.3m release clause in his contract.United face Chelsea on Sunday, with Van Nistelrooy set to speak at a press conference for the first time later today after not holding one following the League Cup win.United found out shortly after that they will face Tottenham in the quarter-finals of the competition, who beat Manchester City 2-1 to progress themselves.Ruben Amorim is ‘Mourinho 2.0’ who turned Sporting from ‘walking dead’ into Portuguese champs… he can revive Man UtdWHEN Ruben Amorim took charge of Sporting Lisbon in March 2020, one club official compared their situation to the “walking dead”, writes Jordan Davies.Optimism and hope was at an all-time low.But the Amorim-effect was almost instantaneous, guiding the Portuguese sleeping giants to their first league title for 19 years in 2020/21, losing just once and only conceding 20 goals.Since then, Sporting have lifted another league title in 2023/24 – as well as two League Cups – and currently sit top with nine wins from nine this term.He may be young, but Amorim already has an eye for rebuilding and revitalising fallen super powers with his infectious charisma and intense tactical philosophy that hardly ever wavers. The “walking dead” at Manchester United must be praying for a similar sort of revival.And they may just get it from one of the most talented young coaches on the continent – a man accustomed to breathing new life back into crumbling institutions such as Old Trafford.Amorim has spent the last decade dreaming of one day gracing England’s Premier League, such was his admiration for an ex-United boss in Jose Mourinho growing up.Often nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’, Amorim spent a week with his coaching idol in an internship capacity at United’s Carrington training base in 2018, going on to cite him as his “reference point”.United should not be expecting a mini-Mourinho, as Amorim said himself: “Mourinho is one of a kind. There won’t be another Mourinho. Mourinho is unique.”And yet, you cannot help but compare the two.For all the mismanagement in the Old Trafford hot seats over the years, this would be a real get – finally a slap in the face United’s Prem rivals have no answer for. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Viktor Gyokeres ‘UNHAPPY with Ruben Amorim’ as boss prepares to quit Sporting to replace Ten Hag

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      RUBEN AMORIM’S expected move to Manchester United has not gone down well with two Sporting CP stars, reports suggest.The Red Devils sacked Erik ten Hag on Monday and appointed assistant coach Ruud van Nistelrooy as interim manager.Ruben Amorim is expected to leave Sporting CP for Man UtdHowever, this has left star striker Viktor Gyokeres upset after he stayed in Lisbon to play under AmorimCredit: ReutersHowever, club bosses Ineos proved to be laser-focused in appointing the next permanent manager, with two-time league winner Amorim set to take charge.United have indicated they are willing to pay the 39-year-old’s £8.3million release clause, but have been told to cough up a further £4m to take his coaching staff as well.SunSport exclusively revealed that idol and former tutor Jose Mourinho encouraged him to take the job.Tuesday night saw Amorim’s Sporting side win 3-1 over Nacional in the Portuguese League Cup.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut come Wednesday, not all was as it seemed with O Jogo reporting that star striker Viktor Gyokeres had been left unhappy with Amorim’s upcoming exit.The Swede has become one of Europe’s top strikers under Amorim, and scored in Tuesday’s 3-1 win, but was “enticed” to stay in Portugal to continue working with the “Special One 2.0”.However, both the 26-year-old and Danish star Morten Hjulmand have been left irritated by the Amorim news after turning down interest from elsewhere, including from Man Utd.Speaking to SportTV, ex-Coventry ace Gyokeres said: “He’s here and that’s what I’m focused on, let’s see what happens. He’s still here, so I’m not going to wear myself out.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAmorim was asked about player instability regarding his move at his press conference.He replied: “If I haven’t even left Sporting yet. What I say is that, when everything is decided, I will come here to explain everything. At this moment, everything I can say to a Sporting fan. It is obvious that they are revolted about the situation.Watch Sporting Lisbon fan reveal how you’ve been pronouncing incoming Man Utd manger Ruben Amorim’s name all wrong”Because they have a lot of affection for me. They believe a lot in my work. And love is very close. It’s not really hateful. But we know what football is like. I realize that.”People have to feel what they have to feel at this moment, I have nothing to say about it and I think it’s perfectly natural. What I am saying is that now I cannot say anything definitive or definitive.”And I’ll be able to say that. If I have the opportunity, and I should, I’m sure I will, I’ll explain here, step by step, why I decided one thing or another. I don’t want to give hope to anyone, nor stop giving hope.”What I say is that there was the club’s situation. The communication had to come out on this day that there is a game. The feeling in the stadium that Pedro had, I had.”I can see that my players, when they go to a lecture, are not the same. This is part of our life and we know what these situations are like. We have been through in the past.Ruben Amorim is ‘Mourinho 2.0’ who turned Sporting from ‘walking dead’ into Portuguese champs… he can revive Man UtdWHEN Ruben Amorim took charge of Sporting Lisbon in March 2020, one club official compared their situation to the “walking dead”, writes Jordan Davies.Optimism and hope was at an all-time low.But the Amorim-effect was almost instantaneous, guiding the Portuguese sleeping giants to their first league title for 19 years in 2020/21, losing just once and only conceding 20 goals.Since then, Sporting have lifted another league title in 2023/24 – as well as two League Cups – and currently sit top with nine wins from nine this term.He may be young, but Amorim already has an eye for rebuilding and revitalising fallen super powers with his infectious charisma and intense tactical philosophy that hardly ever wavers. The “walking dead” at Manchester United must be praying for a similar sort of revival.And they may just get it from one of the most talented young coaches on the continent – a man accustomed to breathing new life back into crumbling institutions such as Old Trafford.Amorim has spent the last decade dreaming of one day gracing England’s Premier League, such was his admiration for an ex-United boss in Jose Mourinho growing up.Often nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’, Amorim spent a week with his coaching idol in an internship capacity at United’s Carrington training base in 2018, going on to cite him as his “reference point”.United should not be expecting a mini-Mourinho, as Amorim said himself: “Mourinho is one of a kind. There won’t be another Mourinho. Mourinho is unique.”And yet, you cannot help but compare the two.For all the mismanagement in the Old Trafford hot seats over the years, this would be a real get – finally a slap in the face United’s Prem rivals have no answer for.”What I say is that a club has appeared that wants to pay my clause. And I don’t control that. When the plane came, I might not have caught the plane. It’s true.”I thought the championship was already won. I couldn’t say that at the time, but now I do. In this situation, there are things that I do not control.”What I control is that I’m going to say and I’m going to explain everything here. And I’ll explain my decision. That’s it. But I need to have everything defined. Players do not need to make any requests.”I know what the players want. I know what the players feel. Now, it’s time to get ready to work.”Asked about the likes of Gyokeres in particular, he added: “First, no player was offered the clause [to leave mid-season]. And that doesn’t change. There is no more stability than that. Ruben Amorim leaves Sporting on a highBy Charlie WyettRUBEN AMORIM would have preferred to leave Lisbon in a blaze of glory after winning a third Primeira Liga title.Yet football does not work like that. And in what was surely his final game before taking charge of Manchester United, Amorim prepared to say his goodbyes at a half-empty Estadio Jose Alvalade in a League Cup quarter-final against Nacional.Sporting won 3-1 thanks to  second-half goals by captain  Morten Hjulmand and Viktor Gyokeres, who scored two.Luis Esteves pulled back for Madeira-based Nacional.The stadium  will be a good deal more lively on Tuesday when Manchester City are here for  a Champions League match — although Amorim should by then have his feet firmly under his desk at Old Trafford.Liverpool and Aston Villa were both interested in Europe’s most sought-after coach. Even City could have been a possible destination post-Pep Guardiola.Yet the United job is one Amorim, 39,  could not turn  down — even if not everyone saw it that way at Sporting last night.There is clearly a huge split in the Portuguese club’s fan base over their coach leaving at this stage of the season with many believing he should have seen the job through.Yet Amorim, along with the three-man coaching team who are expected to follow him, leaves a club in a much better state than when he arrived here in 2020.Inside the stadium, there was applause — albeit muted — when his name was read out before the game along with the line-ups.And there did not appear to be any jeers when Amorim shuffled out from the tunnel awkwardly towards the dugout.So, while his departure is hard to take for some, none of the fans will forget his legacy.This is a club which is back as the dominant force in Portugal. Even this term, Sporting have won their first nine league games, scoring 30 goals and conceding just two.They are also eighth in the Champions League table, which is one hell of an effort.In contrast, Lisbon was not exactly hit by League Cup fever last night.Amorim made lots of changes, which saw Sporting’s star man Gyokeres, the former Coventry striker, start on the bench.There was, however, a first appearance in six weeks for former Tottenham winger Marcus Edwards. He is certainly one player who has been transformed by Amorim since arriving at the club from Vitoria in 2022 and will be sorry to see the coach leave.While he changed his team, Amorim stuck with his tried and trusted formation of a back three.It will certainly be something Manchester United’s fans will have to get used to over the  coming months.But looking at the Premier League table, none of them will be complaining about the change.”It’s easy to say, only someone leaves here because of the clause. Then, it wasn’t Viktor who said that. He was Viktor’s agent. They are different people. “I will not be talking about the decision or non-decision. I’ll explain everything. What will force one way or the other, that doesn’t matter now. I’ll explain everything.”Now, speaking of that part, the club only lets assets be sold in the middle of the season, it seemed to me, it was always that rule, by the clause.”No player had proposals for the clause. None. In this respect, the project is not weakened because the rules remain. And the coherence remains.”Despite reports initially claiming Amorim could be in charge as soon as this Sunday’s clash against Chelsea, The Guardian report there is a 30-day notice period before the switch can officially happen.The Red Devils play six games in that period before hosting Everton at Old Trafford on December 1 in what could be Amorim’s first game in charge.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn the meantime, United beat Leicester 5-2 in the League Cup on Wednesday, with Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro both grabbing a brace while Alejandro Garnacho also got on the scoresheet.It was a stark contrast even to the West Ham game on Sunday, as Ten Hag’s squad struggled to get the ball in the net. A fact that ultimately cost the Dutchman his job.Man Utd ratings vs LeicesterMAN UNITED started life after Erik ten Hag with a comfortable win over Leicester in the Carabao Cup.But who shone in the 5-2 victory, and who will be hoping incoming boss Ruben Amorim wasn’t watching?SunSport’s Katherine Walsh gives her ratings…Altay Bayindir – 6Although United dominated, Bayindir looked shaky when Leicester’s chances came.He flapped with a dodgy punch which led to the away side’s 33rd minute goal. And he looked to repeat it with McAteer’s shot just before half-time.But one excellent second half save, pushed on to the crossbar, when Steve Cooper’s side were pressing, boosts his mark up a bit.Victor Lindelof – 6Hasn’t got the partnership with De Ligt established yet as they both failed to deal with crosses too often from centre-back.But wasn’t really troubled consistently in the absence of Jamie Vardy in what was his second start of the season.Matthijs De Ligt – 7A more physical presence at the back than in previous performances but a more potent attack could have caused much more trouble.Kasey McAteer got the better of him a few times and he was subbed in the 71st minute for Jonny Evans.Lisandro Martinez – 6Looked vulnerable at left-back in moments, with Lindelof filling in at centre-back.James Justin often had acres of space in the second half before United made it 5-2.Diogo DalotBack in his beloved right-hand side and told to push into midfield but often left his defensive channel wide open.Passed back all too often and kept Justin onside in the first half. He assisted Garnacho’s opener though after collecting Casemiro’s stunning lofted pass.Played a part in Leicester’s second after the ball bounced off him to drop for Coady in another silly goal to concede for the home side.Casemiro – 9The star of the show. A stunning first-half showing saw Casemiro score a brace after bagging a 30-yard screamer for United’s opening goal inside 15 minutes.He was involved in Garnacho’s goal too. Came up with a number of key defensive headers in the second-half to show class is permanent, although form might be temporary at 32 years old.Manuel Ugarte – 6Conceded early fouls but worked hard. Slowly but surely starting to get to grips with his United team-mates after a shaky start.Bruno Fernandes – 8Restored United’s 3-1 lead with his first finish of the season. Played with a smile on his face, which we often haven’t seen this season.Dummied the ball for Casemiro’s worldie and scored his second of the evening in the 57th minute after rolling it under Danny Ward before tapping it into an empty net.Will be leaned on heavily by Van Nistelrooy to produce the goods following Ten Hag’s departure.Marcus Rashford – 6A quiet evening for Rashford, who needs to kick on after Ten Hag’s exit.The winger lost the ball a lot in the first 30 minutes. Flicks didn’t come off and hauled off again in the 60th minute.Rashford’s only played a full 90 minutes THREE times this season.Alejandro Garnacho – 7A goal and assist for Garnacho, who attended the Ballon d’Or on Monday.The 20-year-old doubled United’s lead inside 27 minutes after a well worked team move and set up Casemiro’s brilliant opener.Looked a constant threat throughout and was taken off 20 minutes from time to be saved for Sunday’s clash against Chelsea.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Worked hard but never looked confident on the ball and struggled to get involved in the seven-goal thriller. Never seemed to be on his toes either.But the only consolation is that he was involved in Casemiro’s second (United’s fourth).Trudged off after 85 minutes looking disgruntled with his tail between his legs.SubsAmad (60′ for Rashford) – 7Instant impact from the bench. The youngster almost scored an overhead kick with his first touch of the evening.Mazraoui (60′ for Martinez) – 6Hojlund (71′ for Garnacho) – 6Jonny Evans (71′ for De Ligt) – 6Ethan Wheatley (85′ for Zirkzee) – N/A More