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      Alejandro Garnacho slams Man Utd’s ‘s***’ season and drops transfer exit hint as brother fumes he was ‘thrown under bus’

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      ALEJANDRO GARNACHO slammed Manchester United’s “s*** season” while dropping a major transfer hint. And speculation that Garnacho is an unhappy United camper only strengthened after his brother’s social media outburst.Alejandro Garnacho slammed Manchester United’s ‘s*** season’Credit: AlamyThe Argentine was left out of the starting XI that was beaten by Tottenham in the Europa League final in Bilbao.That is despite starting in ten of their matches in the European campaign, scoring just the once. United’s defeat in Spain – while sitting 16th in the Premier League – caps off a horror season. And Garnacho, speaking to Argentine press and translated by Fabrizio Romano, said: “It’s difficult for all of us. This season has been s***.READ MORE IN football “We lost the final, we didn’t beat anyone in the league. It’s very difficult.” Garnacho cryptically added: “I’ve played every round until I reached the final, but I only played 20 minutes today.“I’ll enjoy the summer and then we’ll see.”Garnacho’s brother Roberto then caused a stir by posting on Instagram: “Working as no one else, helping every round, coming from two goals in the last two finals, just to be on the pitch for 19 mins and get thrown under the bus.”Most read in FootballMan Utd ratings: Diallo best player in Europa League final but Hojlund out of his depthAMAD DIALLO’S fizzing first-half display was little consolation for Manchester United in a dismal 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.Rasmus Hojlund’s plight up front continued in one of the worst European showpieces for many years – as both sides showed why they will finish in the Premier League lower reaches.Spurs clinched it from virtually their first opportunity – on 42 minutes.Brennan Johnson bundled in Pape Sarr’s inswinging cross, with United left-back Luke Shaw also getting a touch on the way.The Red Devils dictated possession more and more after the break, with Leny Yoro stretching to test Guglielmo Vicario from a free-kick.But United’s chances only arrived regularly in the final quarter of a patchy contest.The Red Devils belatedly piled on the pressure in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but Spurs just held on.Here’s how SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge rated United on a miserable night individually and collectively for Ruben Amorim’s men…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe winger – linked with a move away in January – was benched against Spurs with Mason Mount and Amad Diallo operating as forwards.Amorim was probed on his decision to leave Garnacho out for Mount, to which he replied: “It’s easy to say that now.Maguire and Romero in post-match scrap as Man Utd and Tottenham stars’ battle continues after Europa League final”Who missed the big opportunity in the first half in the semi-final? Garnacho. Football is like that.”Garnacho, 20, has played 58 times this season across all competitions, more than any other United player. He has 11 goals to his name and remains linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with Chelsea showing interest earlier in the year.Ruben Amorim took aim at GarnachoCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Wild moment Spurs fans storm pitch in huge invasion of Tottenham Stadium after lifting silverware in Bilbao

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      THIS is the wild moment Spurs fans at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium invaded the pitch after winning the pulsating all-Prem Europa League Final.Brennan Johnson’s 42nd-minute strike was enough to seal it for Spurs — sending thousands of white-shirted fans in the Basque capital into utter bedlam.The moment jubilant Tottenham Hotspur fans invade the pitch at their home stadium in London after winning the Europa League finalCredit: SuppliedFans celebrate winning the Europa League after watching the match inside the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumCredit: SuppliedSpurs beat United 1-0 in BilbaoCredit: ReutersThe Spurs have now finally ended their 17 year trophy droughtCredit: ReutersAfter years of heartbreak, Tottenham fans were delirious as they celebrate the win that finally brought silverware back to north London.Wild scenes unfolded at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where thousands had gathered to watch the match on giant screens — and exploded into pandemonium the moment the final whistle blew.Fans leapt over barriers and flooded the pristine north London pitch in a tide of white shirts and flags.Wild die hard supporters even climbed on top of the giant screens inside the Tottenham arena as they waved their shirts in the air.Read more on the finalWithin minutes of the final whistle, north London was gridlocked with fans flooding the streets holding white flares while chanting ‘North London is ours!’The unlucky goal bounced in off England ace Luke Shaw and was met with a wall of noise from the team in white – ending their 17 year trophy drought.The scrappy game saw United dominating possession but there were few clear cut chances – betraying both teams’ dismal Premier League form.A diving header from Red Devils skipper Bruno Fernandes rocketed just wide of the post, and Tottenham’s resolute defending stood firm with the tie living up to its ‘El Crapico’ billing.Most read in FootballSpurs have now scooped a cool £100m jackpot and sending half of the 70,000 British fans in Bilbao deliriously happy.Dave Courtnadge reactions as Tottenham beat Man United in Europa League finalFans climbed on top of the giant screens inside the Tottenham arenaCredit: PASpurs fanatics also took the celebration to the streets of north LondonCredit: XThe final was played out amid a frenzied atmosphere with the packed crowd at fever pitch waving flags and chanting non-stop for their teams.The players struggled to hear themselves communicating due to the deafening roar.John Affleck, a lifelong Spurs fan from Enfield, bunked on a mate’s hotel floor and spent over £5,000 to get here.He told The Sun ahead of Wednesday’s game: “I’m broke, but I really don’t care. We just needed to win.”Victory for Spurs’ Ange Postecoglou offers him a chance of holding onto his job and leading his side into next season’s mega-money Champions League.Before kick-off in Bilbao the atmosphere had become more tense, with the good-natured exchanges between fans replaced by an air of menace near the stadium, with Spanish riot cops wielding shields and batons breaking up skirmishes.Tottenham Hotspur’s Brennan Johnson celebrates following victory in the UEFA Europa League finalCredit: PAPedro Porro of Tottenham Hotspur lifts the UEFA Europa League trophyCredit: GettyBrazilian forward Richarlison celebrates while biting his champion medalCredit: AFPOfficials hoped the bad tempered latter stages on the pitch wouldn’t be mirrored outside the ground, with the result sparking carnage on the streets of the city as the red half of the 70,000 Brits in Bilbao faced a long and despondent journey home.Read More on The SunThe win marks Tottenham’s first European silverware since 1984 — and may have just saved Postecoglou’s job, after being under immense pressure ahead of the final dubbed “El Crapico” by rival fans.Spurs not only take home the trophy — but also punch their golden ticket back into the Champions League, with a potential £100m windfall to boot.A Tottenham Hotspur fan in London poses for a picture outside the Spurs stadiumCredit: ReutersFans are now celebrating their much awaited victoryCredit: Reuters More

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      Alejandro Garnacho shares cryptic Instagram post before being left OUT of Man Utd starting XI for Europa League final

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      ALEJANDRO GARNACHO shared cryptic pictures on Instagram – just hours before his omission from Manchester United’s starting line-up for their 1-0 Europa league final loss. Many fans reckon the winger was sending manager Ruben Amorim a clear message over his feelings.Alejandro Garnacho was only a playing sub for the Europa League finalCredit: GettyThe wideman shared this special 2024 FA Cup final momentGarnacho was only named as a sub as the Red Devils and Tottenham attempted to rescue their dire Premier League season with victory in the Bilbao showpiece.And the 20-year-old stirred debate online with two images he posted.Garnacho showed photos of his celebrations after hitting the opener when starting in United’s 2-1 FA Cup final triumph over neighbours Man City 12 months ago.But if the Argentine was to do the same against Spurs on Wednesday night in Spain, it would have to come from the bench.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd in the end he came on for a lively 20-minute cameo – but in vain as Spurs held on to win 1-0.Garnacho added no words to his Instagram pictures – but some fans believe his meaning was obvious.United’s line-up, including his omission, was officially announced about 75 minutes before kick-off.But a batch of supporters are convinced he took to Instagram in frustration because he knew of his fate.  Most read in Europa LeagueOne fan blasted: “His attitude stinks, keeps going on like this they can show him the door, kid needs to realise he ain’t no Ronaldo he’ll never will be.”Another wrote: “He’s such a sore loser, man plays for himself not for the team.”However, a third supporter suggested Garnacho could still have a key role.Leny Yoro had a big reason to grin as he was back to start for UtdCredit: GettyHe posted: “Doesn’t take rotation well! It’s a 90 min game… tactical approach.”Meanwhile, there was far better news for another United starlet.Leny Yoro was ruled fit enough to start alongside Harry Maguire in defence.The Frenchman, 19, missed United’s 1-0 defeat at Chelsea last Friday.Yoro had been injured in a 2-0 home loss against West Ham five days earlier. More

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      James Maddison’s now-deleted tweet about Gareth Bale resurfaces as he is interviewed by Spurs legend on TNT Sports

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      JAMES MADDISON’S now-deleted tweets about Gareth Bale have resurfaced after he was interviewed by the Welshman.The Tottenham star spoke to Bale ahead of the Europa League final in Bilbao.James Maddison was interviewed by Gareth Bale on TNT SportsCredit: TNT SPORTSMaddison once tweeted this about BaleCredit: xHe has since deleted the anti-Spurs postsCredit: xThe pair were pitchside before the game as Maddison was unable to play due to injury.Maddison, 28, and Bale made up part of the panel on TNT Sports’ coverage before the match.As the two discussed the match, Maddison’s now-deleted tweets about the five-time Champions League winner resurfaced on social media.The then-16-year-old posted about not liking Tottenham and claimed Jack Wilshere was better than Bale.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe first tweet from 2012 read: “I hate Gareth Bale with a passion, calm down you monkey, [Jack] Wilshere is 10x better than you chimpanzee.”And in another, from March 2013, Maddison posted: “Hope Luis Suarez destroys Tottenham today, don’t like Spurs!”Especially that monkey everyone’s on about!”Maddison deleted the tweets ahead of his £40million transfer from Leicester City to Tottenham in 2023.Most read in Europa LeagueJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe was a part of the Coventry youth system when he made the posts.They have been deleted and can not be seen on his account, along with every other tweet before 2019.Man Utd & Spurs supporters party all day in Bilbao’s fan zones ahead of Europa League finalMAN UTD VS TOTTENHAM – EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL LIVELatest betting odds, offers and predictions Fans have seen the funny side of the encounter as they reacted on social media.One posted: “Getting Gareth bale and James Maddison together is proper funny.”A second wrote: “Maddison standing next to Bale rn haha.”A third commented: “Maddison next to Bale in the studio…….awkward.”A fourth said: “Maddison standing next to Bale, must be awkward after those tweets.”Another added: “So awks.”Meanwhile, Tottenham’s trophy parade plans have been revealed before the final against Manchester United. More

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      Emotional Leicester fans say ‘delete this’ as club share pics of Jamie Vardy packing his things into a cardboard box

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      LEICESTER fans want the club’s social media admin to stop reminding everyone that Jamie Vardy is leaving.Pictures and touching footage showed Vardy’s final days of being a Leicester player this week.Leicester posted behind-the-scenes pictures of Jamie Vardy’s final days at SeagraveVardy carried cardboard boxes after playing his game on SundayVardy scored his 200th Leicester goal before waving goodbye to Leicester fans at the King Power StadiumThe final Vardy Party got off to the perfect start when the club’s greatest ever player scored his 200th goal in in his 500th game.The Foxes beat Ipswich Town 2-0 in Vardy’s final home game after 13 incredible years at the King Power Stadium on Sunday.And that marked the final time the Premier League legend, 38, pulled on his blue No9 shirt.Rather than finish with an away game at Bournemouth on the final day, Vardy wanted to go out in front of his own fans.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd now, after a loud send off, with trophies, banners and chants, Leciester have shared clips of Vardy’s final days behind the scenes.The footage begins with Vardy at home on Sunday morning, with his young daughter telling him “to score a goal”.He hugged hundreds of staff members, sipped a cold one in the changing room after the game and kissed wife Rebekah before waving to the fans. Leicester’s X page has since posted pictures of Vardy walking through a back-stage corridor in a tracksuit with cardboard boxes on Wednesday.Most read in FootballThe Foxes forward joined Leicester 13 years ago but will leave at the end of the seasonCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe post read: “One last day at Seagrave for Vards 😔”And Leicester fans haven’t taken the sad reminder well, with one writing: “Please delete this”.Rebekah Vardy throws husband Jamie a surprise party as he leaves Leicester CityWhile a second said: “Are you trying to make us even more depressed 😐.”A third added: “Let us have the memories of Sunday. This is heartbreaking.”The club hosted a lavish huge surprise party Vardy’s honour on Monday night, with the bar tab hitting the thousands.Vardy won the FA Cup in 2021 but is best remembered for the Foxes’ 5,000-1 Premier League title triumph.The 26-capped England stirker has been linked with a free move to Crystal Palace. More

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      Meet the stunning Europa League Wags cheering on Man Utd & Tottenham… from a glam doctor to Molly-Mae’s bestie

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      WITH 80,000 fans heading to Bilbao and millions more glued to TV sets, the Europa League final is one of the biggest sporting events of the year.And there’s plenty at stake as Tottenham face off against Manchester United tonight in the much anticipated match.Famous WAG Fern Hawkins is married to Harry MaguireCredit: GettyMan Utd’s Diogo Dalot proposed to his stunning girlfriend Claudia Pinto LopesCredit: Instagram / @diogodalotThe winning team could receive up to £54.4million and will earn a place in the Champions League for next season.It’s a dream ticket for the victorious team, and they’ll be cheered on all the way by their glamorous wives and girlfriends.The supporting stars are a talented bunch themselves and have proved to be true keepers in the lads’ lives. BETTING OFFER – GET EITHER TEAM TO WIN THE EUROPA LEAGUE AT 40/1READ MORE SPORT We take a look at some of the stunning Manchester United and Spurs WAGs who might make you take your eye off the ball – from a star philanthropist to the daughter of a mayor.MANCHESTER UNITEDClaudia Pinto and Diogo Dalot The couple have been dating since 2020Credit: Instagram/ClaudiaspintolopesClaudia posts her lavish WAG lifestyle on her social mediaCredit: Instagram/laudiaspintolopesClaudia Pinto, 25, is engaged to Portugese full-back Diogo Dalot, 26, and they have a one-year-old daughter. The pair, who have been dating since 2020, regularly post loved-up snaps on social media. Claudia joined Dalot in Italy when he spent a year with AC Milan during 2020.Most read in FootballEarlier this month she posted snaps from her glamorous hen party online. The WAG appears to live the life of luxury and keeps fans up to date with her regular outfit and make-up Instagram posts. Fern Hawkins and Harry MaguireFern and Harry tied the knot in 2022Credit: InstagramFern now owns her own businessCredit: InstagramHarry Maguire slow dances with wife Fern Hawkins at lavish wedding Science graduate and former physiotherapist Fern has been married to Harry since 2022 but they met when they were just 18 years old. The pair have two daughters, Lillie Saint Maguire, six, and Piper Rose, four. Last year entrepreneur Fern decided to open her own florist. She targeted the celebrity party market and even named her business venture after her daughters – The Saint Rose Floristry. Loyal Fern, 30, previously spoke out in support of her husband, 32, after he was arrested in Mykonos following a drunken bust-up outside a nightclub in August 2020.She slammed “lying” Greek cops for trying to ruin the Man United defender’s “reputation”. Melanie Kamayou and Andre Onana Melanie Kamayou is a pharmacist doctorCredit: instagram @ melaniekamayouMelanie first started dating Andre in 2019Credit: instagram @ melaniekamayouMelanie Kamayou, 29, is a pharmacist doctor and businesswoman, acting as co-chair of the Andre Onana Foundation. Melanie and goalkeeper Andre Onana, 29, married in 2023 after first being spotted together in 2019. She was left devastated after being robbed of her £62,000 Hermes Birkin bag and a Rolex watch outside a restaurant in Alderley Edge, Cheshire earlier this year. The pair still look loved-up and support each other on and off the pitch, with Melanie travelling across four different countries to watch Onana play.The social media star and model has been in the stands supporting Onana at Ajax in the Netherlands, Inter Milan in Italy, Manchester United and away on international duty for Cameroon.Anouska Santos and Luke ShawAnouska Santos is close friends with Love Island star Molly-MaeCredit: Getty ImagesThe pair typically keep their relationship privateCredit: Instagram @anouskasantosAnouska Santos, 28, owns an accessories brand, Treats Studios, and is good friends with influencer and former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague. While Anouska is a familiar face among the Premier League WAGs, she and boyfriend Luke Shaw keep a very private relationship but have been posting together on social media since 2017. The pair have three children – a boy, four, and two girls, one and two. Anouska recently jetted to Germany to support England star Luke, 29, and fans were quick to compliment her flawless outfit. Maja Nilsson and Victor Lindelof Maja has been dubbed the Premier League’s hottest WAGCredit: Instagram/majanilssonlindelofMaja is a popular Instagram modelCredit: Instagram/majanilssonlindelofThe pair got married in 2018Credit: Instagram/majanilssonlindelofMaja Nilsson, 25, and Swedish defender Victor Lindelof, 30, tied the knot in 2018 and Maja has since been dubbed the Premier League’s hottest Wag, with fans calling her the “finest of the finest”. Maja is a keen influencer and fashion entrepreneur, with more than 250,000 followers on Instagram.She recently starred on the cover of a glossy magazine and showed off her flawless bump as she is currently pregnant with the pair’s third child. Sadly the family experienced a horrific break-in during 2022 and Maja was forced to lock herself and her children in a room after intruders broke into their home. Anna Mariana and Casemiro Anna has two children with her football crazy husbandCredit: Instagram/annamarianacasemiroAnna Mariana is a makeup artistCredit: Instagram/annamarianacasemiroCasemiro plays for Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyAnna Mariana Casemiro, 35, is a Brazilian makeup artist and shares two children with the United midfielder. It was rumoured in 2023 that Casemiro had been cheating on his wife for years, but Anna hit back on social media. She said: “Oh man, really? Best to investigate your sources first, I just look around and know it’s not him.”The pair got together in 2011 and tied the knot three years later.Anna made headlines last year for defending her husband on Instagram after his performance during a clash against Liverpool was criticised. She swiftly posted a picture of Casemiro’s trophy cabinet – reminding fans of his talents. Ana Pinho and Bruno Fernandes Ana Pinho and United captain Bruno Fernandes met when they were teensCredit: Instagram/anaapinho_Ana stuns fans in her bikiniCredit: Instagram/anaapinho_Ana and United captain Bruno, both 30, are childhood sweethearts and got together at just 17 years old. Bruno has since revealed that Ana used to pay for the pair’s dates as he was broke as a teenager. He wrote online: “Ana has been with me on this ride since we were 16, 17, 18 years old.“We met as teenagers, and when we first started dating, I wasn’t making any money as a footballer, and she had a nice job working as a futsal referee on the weekends.”The couple met in their hometown of Boavista and they share a daughter, seven, and a son, four.Sabrina Kvist Jensen and Christian EriksenThe loved up couple at the 2023 Laureus World Sport AwardsCredit: GettyChristian Eriksen and Sabrina Kvist Jensen with their son AlfieCredit: chriseriksen8/InstagramTrained hairdresser Sabrina has been in a relationship with midfielder Christian since 2016 and they have a young son called Alfie. Sabrina worked for a clothing company when they first moved to the UK. The Danish couple prefer to keep a low profile, but Christian has previously spoken out about how tricky life on the go is for his girlfriend. He said: “You have to learn how to cope physically and mentally, but I can handle the pressure and the demands because I live seven days a week for my job.“That is very tough for my girlfriend. Of course, I would like to go out in the city with her and friends, but it just doesn’t fit in with playing in England.”In June 2021, Christian collapsed on the pitch after suffering a cardiac arrest during a Euro 2020 game against Finland. Distraught Sabrina thought he had died and leapt over the barriers to run to his side. She was comforted by Leicester City’s Kaspar Schmeichel who made a beeline for her.Kaspar’s dad Peter said: “He said that Christian is breathing. She actually thought that he’d passed away, and just to confirm that (he was breathing) he went back to be absolutely sure that he wasn’t saying anything that was out of order.”Eva Garcia and Alejandro GarnachoEve is a Spanish influencerCredit: Instagram/evagarciaThe pair have a young son togetherCredit: GettyPopular influencer Eva, 20, has over 600,000 followers on Instagram and has been with Argentinian winger Alejandro Garnacho, 20, since 2021. The pair are both from Spain and share a young son, Enzo, and Eva is also a co-owner of a jewellery store. Rumours flew when Eva allegedly unfollowed her partner on Instagram last year after she gave birth, but the pair have recently been posting snaps of their happy family. TOTTENHAM HOTSPURSKennedy Alexa and James Maddison Kennedy is a supportive girlfriend of the star footballerCredit: instagram @kennedyalexaKennedy is a modelCredit: InstagramKennedy and James have been together for five yearsCredit: InstagramKennedy, 30, and Spurs midfielder James, 28, are parents to three young children and have been together for five years. The English-American model has a keen fan base with whom she regularly shares stunning outfit posts on social media. The pair went public with their relationship in 2020 but tend to keep it on the down-low. Kennedy gave birth to twins in 2023 and was later championed by mums online for showing off her stretch marks. Mackenzie Medlock and Lucas Bergvall Mackenzie Medlock and Lucas Bergvall on the model’s InstagramCredit: Instagram/mackenzie.medlockThe Swedish influencer is new to the public eyeCredit: Instagram/mackenzie.medlockSwedish social media influencer Mackenzie has over 20,000 followers on Instagram and loves sharing their luxe lifestyle on social media.The teen couple are fairly new to the public eye and Mackenzie had to turn off comments on her Instagram last year, after Barcelona fans got angry due to Lucas turning down the Catalan club.Lucas, 19, plays as a midfielder for Spurs. Karen Romero and Cristian Romero Cristian and Karen Romero with their sonCredit: Instagram @cutiromero2The pair met in 2018Karen, 25, is from Argentina and has worked as a human resources manager. Unlike other WAGs, her social media is private. She met Argentinian centre-back Cristian Romero, 27, in 2018 and they have two children, Lucy and Valentino. Cristian shared an adorable video in 2023 which showed him jokingly teaching his young son football, with fans going wild for the rare glimpse at their family life. Ioana Stan and Radu DragusinIoana and Radu have been dating since 2020Credit: Instagram/ioanastan_Ioana Stan sharing her fashion look onlineCredit: Instagram/ioanastan_Radu Dragusin of Tottenham HotspurCredit: GettyArchitecture student Ioana regularly shares romantic snaps online with her footballer boyfriend Radu Dragusin, 23. She too is from Romania and is the daughter of Gabriel Stan, the former deputy mayor of Constanta in the country. The pair have reportedly been dating since 2020, and Ioana has moved to England with Radu while he plays for the north London club.Indira Ampiot and Mathy Tel Fans have gone crazy for the French pair’s relationshipCredit: Instagram/indira.ampiotIndira is a beauty pageant queenCredit: GettyMathys Tel of Tottenham Hotspur in action in MayCredit: GettyFrench beauty queen Indira, 20, has been dating 19-year-old forward Mathys Tel, 20, since December 2024. Indira was crowned Miss France in 2023 and went on to compete in Miss Universe the following year. Read More on The SunShe also has a degree in communications and the blossoming love story has caught the attention of fans online. Mathys Tel is also from France and is on loan from Bundesliga club Bayern Munich. He plays for the French U21 national team.  More

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      Stoney-faced Gary Lineker breaks cover to walk dog amid BBC exit and cop probe into ‘rat’ online post

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      GARY Lineker takes his dog for a walk — as cops say they are looking into complaints about his online post.And with Lineker, 63, appearing to rule out a return to telly, Filbert had even more reason to be cheery.Gary Lineker was snapped taking his rescue dog Filbert for a walk following his departure from the BBCCredit: Ray CollinsCops say they are looking into complaints about Gary’s recent online postCredit: iNSTAGRAMThe pair stepped out for a stroll near the presenter’s home in south London as he prepared for his last MOTD.The ex-England star, out in South London, is stepping down as Match of the Day host on Sunday after sparking fury by sharing a message criticising Zionism that featured a rat picture.Lineker apologised, but the Met said it is assessing several complaints.In a statement he said: “I care deeply about the game, and about the work I’ve done with the BBC over many years.READ MORE ON GARY LINEKER”As I’ve said, I’d never consciously repost anything antisemitic – it goes against everything I stand for.”However, I recognise the error and upset that I caused, and reiterate how sorry I am.”Stepping back now feels like the responsible course of action.”One woman said she suffered significant distress due to the post.Most read in FootballTim Davie, BBC Director-General, said: “Gary has acknowledged the mistake he made.”Accordingly, we have agreed he will step back from further presenting after this season.Gary Lineker sensationally quits BBC and will not front its 2026 World Cup coverage after anti-Semitism row”Gary has been a defining voice in football coverage for the BBC for over two decades.”His passion and knowledge have shaped our sports journalism and earned him the respect of sports fans across the UK and beyond. “We want to thank him for the contribution he has made.”The former England star sparked fury by sharing a message criticising Zionism that featured a rat pictureCredit: Ray CollinsGary and Filbert stepped out for a stroll near the presenter’s home in south London as he prepared for his last MOTDCredit: Ray Collins More

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      ‘Sounding a little too much like goodbye’ – Arsenal fans fear Leandro Trossard exit after Wag’s emotional post

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      ARSENAL fans reckon Leandro Trossard’s wife has hinted he’s on the way out of the Emirates.The Belgium international has one year left on his contract with the north Londoners, who will finish the Premier League season in second place for the THIRD YEAR in a row.Leandro Trossard’s future with Arsenal is unclearCredit: GETTYGunners fans are convinced his wife, Laura Hilven, has hinted that an Emirates exit is on the cardsHilven posted an emotional Instagram story update with Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend, Tolami Benson after the club’s final home match of the seasonOne of Hilven’s reposts also got the Emirates faithful talkingCredit: INSTAGRAM@LAURAHLVNGunners boss Mikel Arteta is planning a “big” transfer window this summer, with attacking reinforcements being his top priority.Trossard could find himself the odd man out if Arteta snaps up target Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao.And some of the Emirates faithful believe his other half has hinted that he’ll be moving on to pastures new due to a number of “emotional” Instagram story updates.Lauren Hilven, who tied the knot with the winger in 2019, posted snaps of herself on the Emirates pitch after the club’s final home game of the season against Newcastle last weekend.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSOne of the posts was a picture of herself and Bukayo Saka’s other half, Tolami Benson.The accompanying caption read: “My twin girl forever. Love you @Tolami_Benson.”Another post was a repost of a story update from Valerie Joeri, which had emblazoned across it: “Grateful for all the beautiful moments.”You are beautiful inside and out.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHilven’s posts quickly came to the attention of Arsenal fans, who interpreted the posts as goodbye messages.One wrote on X: “These captions are wayyy too emotional man. Mikel Arteta will be sacked by Christmas if Arsenal are not in top two, warns former Gunners star”Is Leandro Trossard leaving at the end of the season?”I won’t be surprised because his contract talks stalled midseason.”Another said: “These captions are sounding a little too much like goodbye. “Please, no, Trossard. I can’t do this.”And another said: “I feel sickkkk. Trossard give me one, two, three, four, five more years my boy. Please.”One remarked: “Will miss him, man, All the best, Leandro.”Read More on The SunAnother chimed in: “We can’t let him leave without a trophy I swear.”Former Brighton ace Trossard has made 55 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring ten goals and providing nine assists. More