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      ‘Stick that in the documentary’ – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham mercilessly trolled by Peterborough stars after Cup heartache

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      PETERBOROUGH stars trolled Wrexham’s Hollywood owners after their EFL Trophy penalty shootout win over Ryan Reynolds’ side.The Posh booked their place in the final at Wembley with a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Wrexham at the Stok Racecourse.Peterborough beat Wrexham 4-2 on pens to reach the EFL Trophy finalSuper-sub Bradley Ihionvien wasted little time in mocking Wrexham through his now-deleted post-match celebrationsPosh team-mates danced around to the tune of American boyband NSYNC’s 2000 hit ‘Bye Bye Bye’Paul Mullin and Elliot Lee had their penalties saved to ensure Peterborough sealed a trip to WembleyWrexham were 2-0 up after 38 minutes following Mo Faal’s looping strike and George Dobson’s first goal for the Welsh club.But Peterborough gave themselves hope when Malik Mothersille fired home the rebound after having his penalty saved by Arthur Okonkwo in the 72nd minute.Wrexham fans were cheering ‘Que Sera’ before substitute Bradley Ihionvien scored from close range, after a long ball, in the first minute of added time to send the tie to a shootout.Ihionvien, Ryan de Havilland, Harley Mills and captain Hector Kyprianou all scored from the spot.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile keeper Jed Steer saved efforts from veterans Paul Mullin and Elliot Lee to ensure Peterborough play Birmingham at Wembley.And Ihionvien wasted little time in mocking Wrexham through his now-deleted post-match celebrations.The 21-year-old forward sung to the tune of American boyband NSYNC’s 2000 hit ‘Bye Bye Bye’.He and a team-mate were dancing along to the pop anthem before Ihionvien sang along: “Bye bye bye, bye Wrexham, bye Wrexham, sorry not sorry. Bye Wrexham, sorry not sorry. Have fun, watch us in Wembley!”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe added insult to injury by posting a sticker of Deadpool, the Marvel character played by Wrexham owner Reynolds, to his Instagram story.And fans loved the merciless trolling, with one Birmingham City fan writing on X: “LOL! Stick that in your f***ing documentary”.Wrexham stars get raunchy dance lesson from Channing Tatum in brilliant Super Bowl advertDarren Ferguson couldn’t believe the pandemonium when Peterborough equalisedReynolds and co-owner actor Rob McElhenney documentary series ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ is well into it’s third season.It follows the-behind-the scenes turmoil of bringing a club up the football ladder and the relationships within the local community.The TV series has been a hit on both sides of the Atlantic, largely thanks to Wrexham’s Hollywood owners.Wrexham missed on a chance to go toe-to-toe again with fellow League One heavyweights Birmingham, co-owned by NFL legend Tom Brady.Birmingham beat Bradford City 2-1 in the first Vertu Trophy semi-final on Tuesday.Instead Peterborough, who are in the midst of a relegation battle at the other end of the table, will go into the match as underdogs again.Last year, they beat Wycombe Wanderers 2-1 in the final at Wembley. More

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      ‘Bullied by haters’ – Albanian Laura Woods opens up on brutal abuse after starting in TV at 17 in emotional post

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      THE ALBANIAN Laura Woods has opened up on the brutal abuse she received after starting her TV career.Eva Murati has been on screen since 2017 as she anchors the Champions League coverage for Vizion Plus and Tring TV.Eva Murati has hit out at her haters on social mediaCredit: TikTokShe is a Champions League show presenterCredit: Instagram / evamuratiShe has anchored shows on Vizion Plus and Tring TVCredit: Instagram @tring_albaniaShe has been hailed as a the Albanian Laura WoodsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/evamurati/?hl=enEva, 29, has built up a huge fanbase with one million followers on Instagram.Despite her glamorous life, she has revealed she is the target of bullying over her looks.She recently posted a video on TikTok in which she hit out at her “haters”.In the clip, she filmed herself smiling at the camera in the TV studio.READ MORE ON SPORTShe wrote: “I started working on TV at 17 years old, got bullied by haters online and had to learn to validate myself.”Stopped seeking external approval and found strength in internal validation.”Now your words mean nothing to me.”Eva explained to one fan who questioned how she had been bullied.Most read in FootballShe posted: “Unfortunately, unlike male public figures, women are bullied for trivial things like the way they did their makeup, their hair, the outfit they chose.”And other things that have nothing to do with their professional work.”Albanian Laura Woods dubbed ‘most beautiful woman in the worldEva studied law at the University of TiranaCredit: Instagram / evamuratiShe has also worked as a model and actressCredit: INSTAGRAM @evamuratiShe often wows fans with her outfits on screenCredit: https://www.instagram.com/evamurati/?hl=enShe started working in TV when she was 17Credit: https://www.instagram.com/evamurati/?hl=enEva received plenty of support from her followers on the social media platform as they flooded the comment section.One pined: “You are stunning, one of the most beautiful women I’ve ever seen.”A second wrote: “You are a star.”A third commented: “You rock.”A fourth added: “Don’t listen to the haters. Be focused and happy. Regards and respect for everything you do.”Eva is more than just a presenter as she studied law at the University of Tirana.The fluent Italian speaker has also worked as a model and actress.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe has modelled for the likes of lingerie brand Yamamay.Eva recently stunned fans with a striking pink outfit ahead after the Champions League round of 16 draw.Scroll down for a glimpse into Eva’s presenter life…Eva Murati presents Champions League action in AlbaniaCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe 28-year-old is always joined by an all-star panelCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva also works as a modelCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe Albanian star is a Juventus fan and recently met Fabio CannavaroCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva is a fans’ favourite on Champions League nightsCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva recently presented coverage of PSG’s win over BarcelonaCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiShe also hosts magazine show Sports WeekCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe popular star also works as a lingerie modelCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiShe is building a huge fanbase across the globe thanks to her many talentsCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiThe presenter has nearly one million Instagram followersCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiShe has been presenting Champions League action since 2017Credit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva has also tried her hand at actingCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiWhile she would also like a go at singingCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiEva loves to share snaps from her holidaysCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiDuring her time off she can be found on the beachCredit: INSTAGRAM / @evamuratiUltimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here. More

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      Barcelona legend Gerard Pique proposes bizarre law change that would result in both teams getting ZERO points

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      BARCELONA legend Gerard Pique has proposed a new rule change that he believes would make football more exciting.The 38-year-old previously suggested that the game needs a revamp in order to keep audiences entertained and engaged.Gerard Pique has suggested that teams should not receive any points for a goalless drawCredit: The Mega AgencyAnd one thing he believes should be cut out completely is goalless draws.Pique has suggested that neither team should get a point if they fail to score during a match.Speaking to former Spain team-mate Iker Casillas on the goalkeeper’s new podcast, he said: “It can’t be that you go to a football stadium, spend €100, €200 or €300 and the match ends 0-0.”Something needs to change. One proposal to consider would be that if the match ends 0-0, the teams would score zero points.Read More in Football”The match would open in the 70th minute.”Pique previously recommended that draws should be scrapped from the game entirely.He said: “Maybe there are no draws, why not? In baseball and basketball there are no draws. You go to a game and it ends with a draw and the feeling is, ‘Who won?'”Football is afraid of change. It has a huge history, it is very traditional, but change will happen, it has to happen.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”A 90-minute game that can finish 0-0 is difficult to understand for the new generation.”In order to make football more entertaining and engaging for younger audiences, Pique created a new format called the Kings League.Spectacular Timelapse of the works in the Spotify Camp Nou It’s a seven-a-side format with 40-minute games – none of which end in a draw.Instead, if the score is level at full-time the winner is decided with a penalty shootout whereby each taker goes one-on-one with the goalkeeper.The rules are completely different to the traditional football format, with cards drawn at the start of each match.Each team picks a card which could include double goal, sanction, penalty or star player to name a few.The cards can be activated between half-time and the 38th minute. More

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      Arsenal go from title challengers to closer to 10th in the space of five days as dismal stats lay bare collapse

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      MIKEL ARTETA insisted his Arsenal side would give up on the title race “over my dead body” on Tuesday – but two days later and it could already be out of their reach.The Gunners are now 13 points behind Liverpool after a difficult week left them dropping five points and failing to score across two games.Arsenal have slipped away from their title rivalsCredit: GettyThe Gunners played out a goalless draw with Nottingham Forest on Wednesday to drop even more pointsCredit: GettyLiverpool are now 13 points clear of ArsenalCredit: PAAfter two seasons of stumbling at the final hurdle after leading the pack, Arsenal have been treading unfamiliar ground as the chasers this term.But in a week when their title rivals Liverpool faced three top Premier League sides and risked opening the door, Arsenal failed to put any pressure on the Reds – dropping points to West Ham and Nottingham Forest.Arsenal could have closed the gap on the Anfield outfit to just five points if they had taken advantage of Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Aston Villa last week. But instead they stumbled their way to a 1-0 home defeat at the hands of the struggling Hammers – ending a 15-match unbeaten run in the Premier League.READ MORE ON ARSENALThat loss was then compounded by a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday night, meaning Arsenal picked up just one point from six available.Liverpool have also played two games since that draw with Villa, beating both Manchester City and Newcastle United with relative ease.It’s purely hypothetical, but had Arsenal won both their games and Liverpool lost to one of Man City or Newcastle – which wasn’t beyond the realms of possibility – Arteta’s side could have been just five points behind with a game in hand.As it happens, Arsenal now trail by 13 points and are actually closer to 10th placed Villa (12 points ahead) than they are to Liverpool. Most read in FootballArsenal lost 1-0 to West Ham at the weekendCredit: GettyArsenal ratings vs Forest as NOBODY looks like scoring for Gunners but Saliba’s a Rolls Royce againMIKEL ARTETA may not have anyone to put the ball in the back of the net but in William Saliba he has one of the best defenders in the Prem.The Arsenal boss watched his side’s faint title hopes go well and truly up in smoke in the goalless draw with Nottingham Forest.But his brilliant backline emerged, once again, with credit from this tricky clash at the City Ground.Together with Gabriel, Saliba kept a tight lid on Forest dangerman Chris Wood, who scored a hat-trick in his last appearance on this ground.But the fact the Gunners’ biggest threat at the other end of the pitch came from left-back Riccardo Calafiori – who was subbed off at half-time – says it all about the dire situation Arsenal somehow find themselves in.Here is how SunSport’s Graeme Bryce rated the Gunners stars’ displays…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIn fact, their role as chasers this season has meant they haven’t spent a single day on top of the tree. Even 14th placed Manchester United have spent more days on top of the table (one) than Arsenal this term.Mikel Arteta lays into Arsenal flops after defeat to West Ham derails Premier League title bidArsenal are of course fighting without any of their first choice front line.Injuries to Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz have meant that there has been a serious lack of threat in front of goal.So much so that Arsenal managed just THREE shots on target across both their games with Forest and West Ham. And they failed to score for the first time in consecutive Premier League games since May 2023. Their impressive defence has allowed them to grind out draws despite their lack of a potent goalscorer.In fact, they have drawn NINE times in the league already this season, their highest number since the 2019/20 season.Mikel Arteta has made no excuses about his team’s shortcomings this season and has fronted up to the fact that, despite injuries, Arsenal are missing that title-winning spark.But he still isn’t giving up, eyeing European success instead.He said: “It’s about what we can do, and it was like this a week ago, two weeks before, three months ago. “That’s the only thing that we can control if we want to have a chance to do anything.”Today we dropped two points, which is very painful again and we have to step up – we have the Champions League, we have a beautiful competition in front of us and we have to ready for Tuesday.”Arsenal take on PSV Eindhoven in the last 16 of the Champions League on Tuesday, after sitting out the weekend’s action following their elimination from the FA Cup to Man Utd in January.But they will still be without any real attacking threat for that clash after Arteta revealed that Saka and Martinelli are expected to be sidelined until April, while Havertz won’t return this season.It’s hard to point the finger too much at the injuries, however.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat’s because Arsenal knew their forward options were spread thin heading into the January transfer window and still chose to ignore their attacking deficiencies.Now the Gunners look to be completely out of any kind of title race – barring a monumental collapse – and are instead tussling with the likes of Forest, Bournemouth, Chelsea, Newcastle and Man City for a spot in the Champions League.Arsenal have a tricky run of fixtures on the horizonBukayo Saka has been missing with injury since DecemberCredit: GettyGabriel Martinelli will be sidelined with Saka until AprilCredit: Getty More

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      Former Bayern Munich star who collapsed in tears after epic 1999 Man Utd comeback looks unrecognisable 26 years on

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      A FORMER Bayern Munich star looked unrecognisable as he appeared at a special event last night.Bayern put on a lavish bash to celebrate the club’s 125th birthday.A former Bayern Munich star beams at last night’s eventThe German giants invited 650 guests to the event, hosted at Munich’s Paulaner Nockherberg.Several famous guests attended, including plenty of Bayern stars past and present.From the current crop, Harry Kane and Manuel Neuer rocked up.While club legends including Philipp Lahm were also in the building.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn addition to Lahm, an ex-Bayern centre-half attended the event.The popular Ghanaian, now 48, played 277 times across a 12-year span with the Bundesliga giants.He won six league titles, four domestic cups and the 2001 Champions League during his stint.Several fans in England, however, will unfortunately remember him from the 1999 Champions League final.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe Bayern Munich star was devastated upon the final whistleCredit: PA:Empics SportThe defender couldn’t believe his side let their lead slipCredit: PA:Empics SportSamuel Kuffour was picked up by referee Pierluigi CollinaCredit: Rex FeaturesFollowing Bayern’s late collapse to Sir Alex Ferguson’s Treble-chasing Manchester United, Samuel Kuffour was devastated.In now iconic images, Kuffour could be seen falling to the ground in floods of tears following Bayern’s late defeat.Ruben Amorim brings up Marcus Rashford as he vows to talk to Garnacho after Man Utd star stormed down tunnelThe Germans had led 1-0 for almost the entire match, courtesy of Mario Basler’s sixth minute goal.But stoppage time strikes by Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer turned the game around.With anguish etched across his face, Kuffour had to be picked up by referee Pierluigi Collina.Last night, he thankfully appeared to be in much better spirits.Appearing at the event, he beamed while wearing a sharp suit and glasses.Having tended to have very short dark hair as a player, Kuffour now sports a white hair and beard combo.READ MORE SUN STORIESSince hanging up his boots, Kuffour has worked as a pundit for South African channel SuperSports.He has also been involved in the Ghana national team at an executive level.Harry Kane beams on the red carpetCredit: FC BayernGiovane Elber, left, current boss Vincent Kompany, middle, and Mark van Bommel, right, pose for a snapCredit: FC BayernJoshua Kimmich attended alongside girlfriend Lina MeyerCredit: FC Bayern More

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      Tense moment Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are kept apart by security in lift at explosive press conference

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn had to be stopped from sharing the same lift during their explosive Manchester media day.Chaos erupted during the first leg of their two-stop UK press tour on Tuesday, in which Eubank Jr slapped Benn with an egg.Chris Eubank Jr slapped Conor Benn with an egg at a press conference earlier this weekCredit: GETTYBenn and his dad Nigel encountered Eubank Jr in a lift earlier in the dayCredit: X@MATCHROOMBOXINGEubank Jr was on the other side of the door and wanted to share the lift with his rivalCredit: X@MATCHROOMBOXING More

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      Rio Ferdinand names four Man Utd stars worth £236MILLION who do not fit Ruben Amorim’s system

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      RIO Ferdinand has named four Manchester United stars worth a staggering £236MILLION who do not fit in Ruben Amorim’s system.The former Old Trafford defender has warned progress under the Portuguese’s 3-4-3 set-up has been much slower then expected. Rio Ferdinand has named four Man Utd stars who do not fit Ruben Amorim’s systemAmorim endured another difficult night before Harry Maguire’s winnerFerdinand highlighted that certain players lack the required physicalityArriving on the back of a wave of optimism following the departure of Erik ten Hag, armed with his own style of play, few United fans would have predicted their current plight. The Red Devils just about beat relegation strugglers Ipswich 3-2 on Wednesday night, after more unforgivable howlers from Andre Onana and a straight red for Patrick Dorgu.Harry Maguire’s header rescued United in their time of need after Sam Morsy’s own-goal and Matthijs de Ligt’s tap-in were cancelled out by two Jaden Philogene-Bidace goals.Amorim’s project is only in its infancy, but fans want results and Ferdinand believes at least four players are unsuited to the 3-4-3.READ MORE ON MAN UTDFerdinand thinks Joshua Zirkzee, Rasmus Hojlund and this week’s goalscorers Maguire and De Ligt lack the physicality to thrive in Amorim’s new era at Old Trafford. The 46-year-old pundit told TNT Sports: “I think if we’re being brutally honest, there hasn’t been the progress that we all anticipated.”This team aren’t a mobile, dynamic team. If you look through the heartbeat of this team they have other qualities.”But being physical, having the ability to overrun teams physically – they don’t have that capacity.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAsked whether Zirkzee was one of those who fits the bill, Ferdinand responded: “No… De Ligt, Maguire, Hojlund, it’s not their game.”So I think he needs to find those type of players with the capabilities of carrying out not only tactically what he wants, but the physicality is equally important.”Ruben Amorim brings up Marcus Rashford as he vows to talk to Garnacho after Man Utd star stormed down tunnelMan Utd ratings vs Ipswich as Maguire saves the day after Onana makes case to be WORST ever signingMANCHESTER UNITED eased their fears of the drop in a topsy-turvy relegation six-pointer with Ipswich.The Red Devils triumphed 3-2 despite playing the second half with ten men.A major cock-up from Patrick Dorgu and Andre Onana saw Ipswich take a third-minute lead through Jaden Philogene.Then, after United had recovered to lead 2-1, Dorgu saw a straight red card for a poor challenge on Omari Hutchinson.Philogene scored again to level it before the break only for Harry Maguire to nod in to be United’s saviour.But who was United’s best player on the night?Here, SunSport’s Phil Thomas reveals his Manchester United player ratings…Amorim’s first 16 Premier League games have yielded just 18 points despite initial optimism.The four players mentioned by Ferdinand were signed by United at a cost of £236million, although none by Amorim himself.Maguire joined for a record-shattering £85m from Leicester in 2019, while United splashed out £43m for De Ligt in the summer.Fans are growing frustrated with £72m flop Hojlund and Zirkzee came for around £36m in the summer.Part of Amorim’s expected overhaul of the squad will involve determining which players possess the required attributes to play his system.But whether United can afford a reset is a totally different story as the Red Devils will need to sell several players in order to buy given their financial concerns.Harry Maguire’s early second half header saw United beat Ipswich 3-2Credit: GettyUnited sit 14th in Prem and know their best route into Europe lies elsewhere.As FA Cup holders, they still have a chance to reach the Europa League with another Wembley win, while triumphing in Europe’s second tier competition would see them return to the Champions League. READ MORE SUN STORIESThe first steps on both of those paths will come against Fulham and Real Sociedad respectively in a huge week for Amorim’s United.And fans are fearing that Amorim could start feuding with Alejandro Garnacho, after he stormed down the tunnel following his substitution when United were down to 10 men. More

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      ‘When you cut the pest control service’ – Mouse spotted on Old Trafford pitch before Man Utd vs Ipswich

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      A MOUSE was spotted on the Old Trafford pitch ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Ipswich last night.Ruben Amorim’s side defeated the Tractor Boys 3-2 on a dramatic evening at the Theatre of Dreams.Man Utd took on Ipswich at Old Trafford last nightCredit: GettyA mouse was spotted on the Old Trafford pitchCredit: RexThe mouse was picked up and carried awayCredit: ReutersThe Red Devils’ historic home has been hit with pest control issues in recent years.Ahead of last night’s Ipswich clash, a mouse was spotted on the Old Trafford turf.A member of staff was forced to pick the mouse up before carrying it away.Fans were left unimpressed, with one writing on social media: “That’s what happened when you cut the pest control service.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDWhile a second commented: “Good representation what’s going on at Old Trafford.”Another added: “Bro scavenging for food since he found out the cafeteria wasn’t serving fillet mignion no more.”During last month’s home win over Southampton, a fan spotted a mouse under their seat. It’s believed the rodent problem stems from Old Trafford being situated between a railway line and a canal.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIn December, the Mail reported a mice infestation at Old Trafford.Rodent droppings were allegedly found in food kiosks and plush suites during a hygiene inspection.Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next toWhile more were unearthed during checks of a ground-level corporate suite.As a result, United’s hygiene rating dropped from four to two stars at the end of 2024.In November, fans spotted a dead rat in a puddle under a seat.A club spokesperson previously addressed how they are trying to combat their rodent problem, stating in December: “Manchester United implements a robust pest-control system throughout Old Trafford.”Multiple weekly checks are made in all catering areas and stringent measures are taken to ensure levels of hygiene and cleanliness are high wherever food is stored, prepared and served.”If incidences of this nature do occur at the stadium, immediate and appropriate action is taken.”A Man Utd Task Force, including Gary Neville, Andy Burnham and Lord Sebastian Coe, have been exploring whether the club should redevelop Old Trafford, or build a new £2billion, 100,000-seater stadium.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe government have backed plans for a new stadium, which could also lead to new housing, commercial and public spaces.Man Utd are set to make a final decision on their stadium plans prior to the summer.Man Utd ratings vs Ipswich as Maguire saves the day after Onana makes case to be WORST ever signingMANCHESTER UNITED eased their fears of the drop in a topsy-turvy relegation six-pointer with Ipswich.The Red Devils triumphed 3-2 despite playing the second half with ten men.A major cock-up from Patrick Dorgu and Andre Onana saw Ipswich take a third-minute lead through Jaden Philogene.Then, after United had recovered to lead 2-1, Dorgu saw a straight red card for a poor challenge on Omari Hutchinson.Philogene scored again to level it before the break only for Harry Maguire to nod in to be United’s saviour.But who was United’s best player on the night?Here, SunSport’s Phil Thomas reveals his Manchester United player ratings… More