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    ‘In the bottom of my heart’ – Mauricio Pochettino makes Tottenham return admission with Ange Postecoglou under pressure

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    MAURICIO POCHETTINO is among the bookies’ favourites to replace Ange Postecoglou at Spurs in what would be a hugely emotional return.Sacked by Tottenham in 2019, Pochettino still feels he has unfinished business in North London — and he has a good relationship with owner Daniel Levy despite that axe.Mauricio Pochettino has opened the door to an emotional Spurs returnCredit: GettyTottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is under pressureCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunBut Spurs fans should avoid putting a few quid on the Argentine, 53, as he will not be heading back there anytime soon.Because the one person you would not want to upset in the world right now is Donald Trump.The US President expects Poch to deliver in his new job as manager of the country’s men’s football team.After leaving Chelsea last May, he was appointed as the States’ manager in September and will be in charge for the 2026 World Cup, which the nation is co-hosting.READ MORE IN football And he will hope for better luck next year . . . as the only time Poch played at a World Cup he lost to England in 2002.His seventh game as boss is tomorrow night against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semi-finals.Smiling, Pochettino said: “I was listening to a conversation between our President Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino from Fifa.“The President asked, ‘Can we win the World Cup?’ And Gianni said, ‘Yes’. But I was disappointed with this answer. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He should have said, ‘You need to ask your great coach, Pochettino! He can give a better opinion’.“Pressure is there as we’re a host country. It’s also a country where the mentality is about winning.Ange Postecoglou snaps at journalist over question ahead of Tottenham vs AZ Alkmaar“Now with our President that likes to put pressure on, that is good. So, yes, we are ready to deliver.”Pochettino spent just one season at Chelsea after arriving in 2023.He led them to sixth spot — they were 12th the previous season — before leaving by “mutual consent”.Being diplomatic, Pochettino said: “It was very positive to join a project different to anything we’d done in the past. We learned a lot.“We already knew before we signed it was going to be a big challenge. In the circumstances, we can be proud of how we finished.”At the start, the team had many, many problems and even then were performing well without getting the results that we wanted.”But if you see the table in the last six months, you can see the progression was massive.Despite managing the US team, Poch has not had special treatment so is without a fabled green card — a permanent resident card.In the bottom of my heart I still feel the same. I would like one day to come back.Mauricio Pochettino on Spurs It means he must queue for ages at passport control like all other overseas visitors.Laughing, he said: “Last time in LA, we were waiting 1½ hours in the queue. Maybe one day they will give me the green card.”Yet you get the impression that after the next World Cup, Pochettino could return to club football.So could it be Spurs?He said: “In the bottom of my heart I still feel the same. I would like one day to come back. “Not because of my ego but as I’d like to win with Spurs. We were so close and it was so painful.“We spent nearly 5½ years at Tottenham. We not only played in the Champions League but were a Premier League contender.’I feel empty’“We improved the facilities — the training ground, the stadium. We did not sign a player for 18 months as the focus was on other things.“The problem was this type of journey creates a lot of friction. Also, I made mistakes. “But when you are clever, you learn from mistakes. When a relationship finishes, I feel empty.“I didn’t always manage well and that was part of my responsibility.“Now Tottenham is a club with an expectation to win because if you see the facilities — training ground and stadium — you can see it is about winning trophies.“That is why I would like one day to come back. It’s six years since we left and it’s always going to be a special club for me.”Poch still has a bond with Levy, who got rid of him following a poor start to the 2019-20 campaign.The Argentine added: “It’s true after nearly six years with all that we lived together, it was tough.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s difficult in football that that doesn’t affect your relationship.“For us, we split very well. Now, like the day after I left Tottenham, we have a very good relationship.”Poch still has a bond with Spurs chairman Daniel LevyCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Moment Ange Postecoglou is confronted by fuming Tottenham fan and pulled away by own players after defeat at Fulham

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      TOTTENHAM manager Ange Postecoglou had another heated exchange with a furious fan after the loss at Fulham.Spurs’ misery extended as they suffered their 15th Premier League defeat of the season against their London rivals on Sunday.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou had a heated exchange with a furious fan after the loss at FulhamCredit: XMathys Tel had to act as peacemaker as Tottenham boss Postecoglou was pulled awayCredit: XGoals by Rodrigo Muniz and former Tottenham ace Ryan Sessegnon condemned the North Londoners to 14th place in the English top flight.And things got worse for Postecoglou, 59, after the whistle as he sustained yet another angry confrontation by a fan.The supporter was heard repeatedly yelling towards the Aussie tactician “What was that?” The ex-Celtic boss initially stood still while his players tried to pull him away.Read More on FootballPostecoglou, though, was seen responding with an inaudible answer as he defended himself.That led to Bayern Munich loanee Mathys Tel getting involved as he tried to defuse the situation.Postecoglou’s coaching staff followed Tel’s lead after the head coach walked away.This is not the first time the Tottenham manager suffers the fans’ wrath amid this turbulent campaign.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPostecoglou confronted jeering fans during December’s loss to Bournemouth.And the ex-Australia boss appeared to angrily stare down a fan as his players were booed off the pitch after a defeat to Ipswich.Postecoglou not bothered by outside noise as Tottenham seal victory over Az Alkmaar in the Europa League Postecoglou appears to still have the support of the Tottenham hierarchy following an injury-stricken campaign.However, Spurs are facing the prospect of missing out on European qualification unless they win the Europa League, which guarantees them a place for next season’s Champions League. More

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      Europa League quarter-finals CONFIRMED as Man Utd and Tottenham learn their fate

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Tottenham are through to the Europa League quarter-finals. United saw past Real Sociedad 4-1 on the night thanks to a Bruno Fernandes hat-trick – winning 5-2 on aggregate. Bruno Fernandes fired Man Utd into the Europa League quarter-finalsCredit: ReutersJames Maddison helped Spurs into the next roundCredit: GettyAnd they will now play France’s Lyon – who hammered Romania FCSB’s 7-1 over two legs. Spurs beat AZ Alkmaar 3-1 in their second leg and 3-2 overall to progress into the last eight. And they will now play Germans Eintracht Frankfurt, who beat Ajax 4-1 in their last 16 second leg.Bodo/Glimt will also play Lazio while Athletic Bilbao take on Rangers after the Scottish giants dramatically beat Fenerbahce on penalties. READ MORE IN football United went 1-0 down at home to Sociedad after Mikel Oyarzabal fired the Spaniards into a shock lead. But two penalties and an 87th minute Fernandes goal saw his hat-trick heroics guide United through.Fernandes said: “This club is all about winning. We need to win games. “We have a long way to go, but we are confident if we focus on every game ahead and have the right mentality we can win games.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWilson Odobert got two for Tottenham while James Maddison got on the scoresheet to cancel out Peer Koopmeiners consolation. Maddison said: “The next stage is what we set out to do at the start of the two legs. “There was a lot of talk after last week’s performance, we were honest with ourselves it wasn’t good enough.”I know what we’re capable of here and we got the job done. We haven’t achieved anything yet, we’re in the quarter-final and we kick on and we look forward to it.”Man Utd player ratingsCAPTAIN Fantastic rescued Manchester United once again – scoring a hat-trick as the Red Devils overcame an early scare to beat Real Sociedad and advance in the Europa League.He was the coolest man inside Old Trafford twice as he slotted home penalties either side of half-time to put his side in control against the Spaniards.Joshua Zirkzee was another who impressed as Manchester United secured a tie against Lyon in the quarter-finals.But it wasn’t all positive.Rasmus Hojlund drew a blank yet again. That’s now 21 games and no goals – the equivalent of over THIRTY HOURS without the £72m striker hitting the net.Check out our full Man Utd player ratings. More

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      James Maddison and Pedro Porro in heated row in huge Tottenham match forcing captain Son Heung-min to separate them

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      TOTTENHAM captain Son Heung-min had to intervene as James Maddison and Pedro Porro squabbled over free-kick duty. Spurs were 1-0 against AZ Alkmaar just before the break when the set-piece was awarded. Son Heung-min had to intervene as James Maddison and Pedro Porro squabbled over free-kick dutyCredit: GettyThe two rowed over who would takeCredit: APMaddison picked up the ball ready to take it but was challenged by Porro – who tried to grab it from him. The two were then in a heated exchange of words before skipper Son get between the two for Maddison to take the free-kick. One fan said: “This is so embarrassing.”Another fumed: “I hate this nonsense with a passion.”READ MORE IN football One said: “Son Heung-min, a footballer with zero haters.”Another joked: “Why do they have to keep embarrassing me.”Maddison actually doubled Spurs’ lead on 48 minutes and was joined in celebration by Porro.His goal was sandwiched by two Wilson Odobert strikes which saw Tottenham win 3-1 on the night.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThat was enough to see them progress 3-2 on aggregate, relieving the pressure on manager Ange Postecoglu. Spurs play Frankfurt in the quarter-finals and Maddison said: “The next stage is what we set out to do at the start of the two legs. “There was a lot of talk after last week’s performance, we were honest with ourselves it wasn’t good enough.”I know what we’re capable of here and we got the job done. We haven’t achieved anything yet, we’re in the quarter-final and we kick on and we look forward to it.” Porro and Maddison made up in celebration later onCredit: AFP More

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      Harry Kane can return to Premier League to make history, so could Man Utd, Chelsea, Spurs or ARSENAL move be on cards?

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      ALL English eyes were on Harry Kane this week as he bagged a brace in Bayern Munich’s Champions League grudge match against Bundesliga rivals Bayer Leverkusen.Xabi Alonso’s side were the latest ones to make Kane wait for that elusive first major title of his career when they ended Munich’s decade of domestic supremacy last term.Harry Kane scored a brace as Bayern Munich beat Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clashCredit: GettyKane’s double on Wednesday night inspired Bayern Munich to a 3-0 win in the Champions League last 16, putting them in good stead for advancing past their German counterparts in Europe’s elite competition. But irrespective of what happens in next week’s second leg, there seems nothing that can prevent that German title medal going round his neck within a few weeks.Bayern are eight points – effectively nine given their hugely better goal difference – clear of Leverkusen with ten games to play.And their remaining opponents including six of the bottom eight and only Mainz and Leipzig in the top six.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt means Kane is on course to lay that bogey to rest – and think about the OTHER main club goal of his career.That would be for him to overhaul Alan Shearer’s Prem record tally of 260 goals – and potentially set a mark that might NEVER be broken.Kane scored 213 goals in 320 top flight games for Spurs before his £100m move to Bavaria in 2023, meaning he is just 47 goals behind Shearer’s tally – set in 441 appearances for Blackburn and Newcastle.Despite his impressive stats at Bayern, with 57 goals in 58 Bundesliga appearances and 73 in 78 matches in all competitions, Kane is not universally popular, being questioned over his contribution outside the 18-yard box and in the “big” games.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLast month, claims that he might be available this summer if a club matched his £67m release clause were not denied.That looked to open the door to a Prem return. So where could Kane, who turns 32 in July, go?Harry Kane’s ‘fugly’ £7,200 statue branded ‘stuff of nightmares’ finally unveiled after sitting in storage for almost five years TOTTENHAMA return to N17 would be the dream of Spurs fans – even if the club splashed out £65m to land Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth last summer.Kane became Tottenham’s all-time record scorer in his final season at the Lane, ending on 280 goals from 435 games as he went past Jimmy Greaves’ mark.Many Spurs fans remain convinced they would have been playing Champions League football this season if the club had put faith in Ange Postecoglou working his magic with Kane in the side – even if that would have risked him leaving for nothing last summer.Kane was desperate to land silverware with Tottenham – he spent nearly two decades at the club and will always be “one of our own”.But Kane also felt let down by Daniel Levy when his proposed move to Manchester City fell through in 2021 and it is unclear if he would consider a return to the club while the current hierarchy are in place.Or if Spurs would be willing to meet that asking price.Kane is Tottenham’s all-time top goalscorerCredit: GettyHe never managed to lift a trophy in North LondonCredit: GettyARSENALUnthinkable, surely.Kane knows how Sol Campbell is remembered by Tottenham fans after he walked out on the club to join the Gunners in 2001 – and even if it was not a direct swap he would risk destroying his reputation.But one of the most famous pictures of the young Kane was him wearing an Arsenal shirt and celebrating the “Invincibles” and their 2004 triumph – when the Prem was won at White Hart Lane.He was also on Arsenal’s books as a youngster, released after a year in their academy at the age of nine and who was then picked up by Watford before joining Spurs in 2004. Despite that, Kane has always insisted he grew up as a Spurs fan in a Spurs-supporting family.And Arsenal supporters loathed him with a passion when he scored goal after goal against them – accusing him of all sorts of nefarious activities because he was so streetwise on top.Yet Arsenal’s need for a proper No 9 has become a running joke in the game – even more than previously this season.There is no better authentic line leader than Kane, even into his early 30s. Can you imagine how much delight there would be from the Gooners if that happened?No player has scored more North London Derby goals than Harry KaneCredit: AFP or licensorsKane (left) celebrated Arsenal’s invincible season dressed in full kitKane (front row, far left) also spent a year on the books at Arsenal as a kidCHELSEAWhen Mauricio Pochettino was unveiled as Chelsea boss in 2023, the spectre of Kane following him into Stamford Bridge left many Spurs fans suffering nightmares.Barely 18 months on and Pochettino is long gone.But Chelsea’s need for a totemic central striker who can also be a creator supreme has not gone away.The new Chelsea transfer approach under Todd Boehly has been focused on young players, long-term deals and potential future sales value.That would not be a situation with Kane, who has maybe four seasons at the top level left in his locker, with little or no sell-on value even after a couple of campaigns.While it is hard to envisage Kane wearing Arsenal’s red shirt, the animosity towards Chelsea from Spurs fans is nowhere near as strong – even if it is arguably even deeper the other way, with many Blues supporters viewing Tottenham as their REAL rival.Todd Boehly would have to switch up his transfer strategy to sign KaneCredit: GettyMANCHESTER UNITEDUnited wheeled out the big guns to try to lure Kane on at least two occasions in the past.Gary Neville’s infamous golf course video interview caused major issues at boardroom level in N17, with anger through the roof. Both times, despite the opportunities, Kane refused the invitation – making it clear that he was committed to Tottenham first time round and then effectively choosing City on the next occasion.That Kane would consider going to a United in a state of utter flux now, if he does want to leave Germany, is even harder to imagine.But United’s need for someone who really could make a difference is unquestioned, with fans looking at Rasmus Hojlund’s statistics and shaking their heads at the Dane.Likewise for Sir Jim Ratcliffe, landing Kane would be a game-changer.READ MORE SUN STORIESRemember how Robin van Persie was signed as Sir Alex Ferguson’s last season “present” to fire United to the title.They have not won it since but if Kane has got the silverware monkey off his back at Bayern, he might be able to work a miracle at Old Trafford.Man Utd are in dire need for a new striker given the form of Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus HojlundCredit: GettyKane’s interview with Gary Neville in 2021 caused issues in the Spurs boardroomCredit: Sky Sports More

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      AZ Alkmaar 1 Tottenham 0: Lucas Bergvall scores comical own goal to leave Spurs with it all to do in the second leg

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      LUCAS BERGVALL’S unlucky slice left Tottenham in a pickle at the home of the Cheese Farmers.But Ange Postecoglou’s side can count themselves lucky they are still in this Europa League tie because, in truth, they stunk the place out.Tottenham suffered a dismal Europa League defeat to AZ AlkmaarCredit: GettyTottenham ace Lucas Bergvall scored an own goalCredit: PAThe Dutch side have the advantage ahead of the return fixtureCredit: RexAnge Postecoglou claimed he always wins a trophy in his second season at clubsCredit: AlamyAZ Alkmaar are known as the Cheese Farmers, or Cheese Heads, on account of the city they represent having a strong association with the beloved dairy product.They even have a cheese museum in the town centre.Maarten Martens’ team certainly put on a tasty display too with ex-Spurs striker Troy Parrott giving his old side a difficult night throughout.It was Parrott’s knockdown which Bergvall managed to hook into his own net on 18 minutes.Read More on FootballSpurs must now battle to turn this tie around in the second leg at home on Thursday or risk another season without any silverware.That scenario would pile pressure on boss Postecoglou given his injury-hit side have plunged to 13th in the Premier League table.To make matters worse, returning England striker Dominic Solanke came off crocked late on – despite being introduced as a sub just 19 minutes earlier.Anyone expecting AZ to be a pushover clearly had not seen how they put Galatasaray to the sword 4-1 at home in last month’s play-offs.Most read in FootballRoy Keane gives savage response to James Maddison’s dig as Ian Wright tells Tottenham star ‘you can’t f***ing win’But even so, considering how much this game meant in the context of Tottenham’s season, Postecoglou’s side were surprisingly woeful.In fact, they were lucky not to be out of the tie completely by half-time.The Aussie had opted to leave his returning big-hitters Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero and Solanke on the bench and they were all missed.Spurs looked open at the back and toothless up top with poor Mathys Tel feeding off scraps and struggling badly to make an impact.Parrott, in contrast, looked a right handful against the side that sold him to AZ in the summer for £6.7million.It was from the Irishman’s knockdown from a Peer Koopmeiners corner that the hosts’ flukey opener came about.Troy Parrott shinesParrott controlled it back towards goal at the far post but when Bergvall went to clear it, the young Swede sliced it backwards, over Djed Spence on the line and into his own net.On the half hour, AZ had a brilliant chance to double their lead when Parrott was suddenly sent racing clear.But the 23-year-old was denied an 18th of the season by a crucial stop from alert Spurs keeper Guglielmo Vicario with his left foot.Then just before half-time there was a mad scramble near Spurs’ goal where they somehow did just enough to prevent the ball from crossing the line before Bergvall hacked it away.Dire first halfAfter such a dire 45, it was no surprise to see Postecoglou make a change during the interval as the ineffectual Tel was hooked for Wilson Odobert.Yet the hosts’ dominance just continued into the second period – save for an early Bergvall strike which went narrowly wide.Once again Vicario came to the rescue when he palmed away Ernest Poku’s low drive at his near post.Solanke was finally thrown into action with 19 minutes to go – coming on for the anonymous Son Heung-min – but then had to come off again after taking a whack.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt capped an awful night for Postecoglou whose only saving grace is that they are not out of the tie altogether.But if they fail to turn this around next Thursday, well… that’s just hard cheese. More

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      Tottenham ‘send scouts to watch 19-year-old Fenerbahce star’ – only for Jose Mourinho to leave him on the bench

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      TOTTENHAM reportedly sent scouts to watch Fenerbahce star Yusuf Akcicek in action — only for Jose Mourinho to leave him on the bench.19-year-old wonderkid Akcicek burst onto the scene last season with 15 appearances in all competitions.Tottenham sent scouts to watch Yusuf Akcicek in action for FenerbahceCredit: GettySpurs were left empty-handed as Jose Mourinho benched the youngsterCredit: RexAnd he has added another 14 games to that tally this term after breaking into Mourinho’s Super Lig XI at the start of the year.Akcicek is regarded as one of Turkey’s most promising centre-backs.And he played the full 90 minutes in Fenerbahce’s fiery top-of-the-table derby against Galatasaray, which ended in a 0-0 stalemate and saw Mourinho slapped with a hefty ban and fine for his post-match comments.The ace put in another top performance in his side’s 4-1 Turkish Cup win over Gaziantep last week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFootboom claims his recent performances caught the attention of several teams, including Tottenham.And the Londoners decided to send a scout to Istanbul for Fener’s weekend league game against Antalyaspor.However, the Spurs man went home with an empty report after Akcicek was surprisingly left out of the side.Former Tottenham boss Mourinho instead opted for Mert Muldur as one of his three centre-backs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd when he replaced the latter during the match, the Special One sent on Alexander Djiku while Akcicek remained on the bench.It now remains to be seen if he returns to Fener’s side on Thursday.Roy Keane gives savage response to James Maddison’s dig as Ian Wright tells Tottenham star ‘you can’t f***ing win’The Turks take on Scottish side Rangers in the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie.The return match takes place a week later, with no league match in between.But Tottenham are likely to continue their interest in Akcicek as Ange Postecoglou looks to combat the defensive injury crisis that has plagued his side all season. More

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      ‘How do these transfers happen?’ – Premier League cult hero Saido Berahino, 31, completes ‘random’ move

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      FOOTIE fans have been left baffled by Saido Berahino’s latest transfer.The 31-year-old was once one of the most sought-after strikers in the Premier League, with the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham chasing his signature.Saido Berahino was once one of the most sought after strikers in the Premier LeagueCredit: GETTYThe 31-year-old has bounced around from club to club over the last few yearsCredit: GETTYBerahino has completed a shock move to Slovenian second-division side Tabor SezanaCredit: INSTAGRAM@NKTABORSEZANABut a big-money move never materialised for the former England Under-21 international, who has bounced around from club to club over the last few years.Berahino became a free agent last November after leaving Indian second-division side Rajasthan United.And he’ll now ply his trade in the Slovenian second division with Tabor Sezana.The announcement of his latest move stunned footie fans, one of whom wrote on X: “How do these random transfers happen.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother said: “What waste of talent.”And another said: “Prime example of a player thinking he is better than he actually is and subsequently ruining his career.”One remarked: “Went from being ahead of Harry Kane in the England set up to a compete journey man. What a wasted talent.”Berahino’s shock move to Slovenia is his SIXTH transfer in as many years.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSaido Berahino was at one point in time ahead of Harry Kane in the England Under-21 pecking orderCredit: GettyAnd he’s chomping at the bit to fire his new club back to the Slovenian top-flight.He said: “I’m looking forward to being part of a team that is fighting for promotion!Stoke City ace Saido Berahino swears outside court in March as he denies 3am ‘drink-drive’ rap before tearing off in his £150k Mercedes”We have a lot of young and talented players who have done a great job so far.”But now it’s time for us to come together as a team and pursue one goal – PROGRESSION!” More

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      Fans can’t believe who Ed Sheeran sat next to at Ipswich vs Tottenham as they say ‘not on my 2025 bingo card’

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      ED SHEERAN attended Ipswich Town’s Premier League clash against Tottenham with a surprise celebrity super fan.Sheeran, 34, is often present at Portman Road for his beloved Ipswich as he also holds a minority stake at the club.Ed Sheeran attended another match of his beloved Ipswich TownSheeran was joined by famous actor Rupert Grint at Portman RoadGrint is a well-known Tottenham super fanGrint and Sheeran watched the Premier League match between Ipswich and TottenhamThe pop star was spotted in the stands for Saturday’s Prem match, and was joined by one of the most famous British actors.And that was none other than Rupert Grint, 36, who is also a big Tottenham fan.Football enthusiasts couldn’t believe what they were seeing as they stormed social media.One fan tweeted: “Rupert Grint & Ed Sheeran reunion was not on my 2025 bingo card.”Read More on FootballAnother commented: “This is so funny bcs Rupert Grint and Ed Sheeran are basically twins and they attend the same game yet support different teams lol.”A third wrote: “Lol Rupert Grint and Ed Sheeran sat next to each other at the Spurs-Ipswich game.”This fan said: “That’s great!”And that one exclaimed: “Unbelievable!”Most read in FootballSheeran and Grint, 36, watched an entertaining encounter that saw the Harry Potter star leaving with bragging rights.Tottenham led 2-0 in the first half thanks to Brennan Johnson’s double within eight minutes.Ipswich hit back with Omari Hutchinson just 10 minutes later in front of a packed crowd.But Ange Postecoglou’s side scored a third with Djed Spence on 77 minutes to put some distance between them and the hosts.Ex-Rangers ace duets with Ed Sheeran as he sings CHRISTMAS song at intimate Ipswich promotion party with global pop starAnd Dejan Kulusevski completed Tottenham’s 4-1 triumph just six minutes before full-time.Grint is the latest celeb to join Sheeran at Portman RoadCredit: GettyPop star Sheeran holds a minority stake at IpswichCredit: GettyGrint left Ipswich with bragging rights as Tottenham won 4-1Credit: AP More