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      Marcus Rashford hailed for ‘powering through like a champ’ after Man Utd ace hit with eye-watering tackle in Carabao Cup

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      MARCUS RASHFORD has been hailed by Manchester United fans for ‘powering through like a champ’ after an eye-watering incident at Old Trafford.The 26-year-old started the Carabao Cup clash against Leicester to mark the first game of the post Erik ten Hag era.Marcus Rashford was left holding his groin after a stray bootRuud van Nistelrooy had plenty to celebrate in his first game in chargeCredit: PAThe Dutchman was sacked on Monday with club legend Ruud van Nistelrooy taking interim charge.But Rashford endured his own pain on the pitch after being caught by an opponent’s boot in the groin.The England man crumpled to the turf, and eventually after rising to his feet, held the sore area with his hand.But he was soon back running for his new gaffer – which led to United fans hailing his resilience.Read more FootballOne United fan wrote on X: “Holding on and powering through like a champ!”Another added: “We’ve all been there”, while some posted amusing yet wincing GIFs of people being kicked in the groin area.And one decided to point out the obvious, writing: “Must be hurt.”That moment in the 48th minute proved to be the last bit of action on a pulsating first half of football with Van Nistelrooy at the helm.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSUnited went into the break 4-2 up thanks to an unlikely brace from the much-maligned Casemiro, and strikes from Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes.But Leicester netted through El Khannouss and Coady to keep things interesting.Ruben Amorim responds to questions about Man Utd job after Sporting match Rashford only lasted until the 62nd minute when he was replaced by Amad Diallo.And he was given a standing ovation by the fans as he made his exit.But by that time United had banged another past the helpless Leicester keeper, through Fernandes again, to make it 5-2.United are still negotiating with Sporting CP to make Ruben Amorim their new manager.Amorim, 39, was made the number one target for Man Utd earlier this week and now it seems as though he wants the deal just as much.According to Sky Sports, Amorim has told his current employers that he wants to leave and take up the job with the Red Devils.READ MORE SUN STORIESSporting are also said to believe that Amorim has agreed terms with Man Utd.United have already agreed to pay the £8.5m release clause to get their man.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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      Sky Sports slammed as ‘complete joke’ as technical error leaves fans unable to watch bumper night of cup football

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      FOOTBALL fans were left furious after Sky Sports Plus appeared to crash during Manchester United’s Carabao Cup clash with Leicester City.The streaming service stopped working for some viewers in the early stages of the match.Some fans were unable to watch Man Utd vs LeicesterCasemiro scored an excellent goal – but many United fans were unable to see it liveCredit: PAA number of fans quickly took to social media to vent their frustration, with one person writing: “Would be nice if I could watch it live instead of on here (X). Absolute joke.”Another commented: “Would be great if your app/red button actually worked so we could watch it!”A third fumed: “SORT THE RED BUTTON MATCHES OUT!”A fourth said: “Shame I’ve been staring at an error message for 20 years.”Read More in FootballWhile another wrote: “Shame I can’t watch as your service is horrific. Waste of my money.”Sky Sports has been approached for comment.Man Utd took the lead through a Casemiro screamer in the 15th minute.Alejandro Garnacho made it two at the half-hour mark before Bilal El Khannouss pulled one back for Leicester.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCasemiro scored again and Bruno Fernandes followed with a goal before Conor Coady scored Leicester’s second.The score at Old Trafford was 4-2 at half-time, before Fernandes added his second and United’s fifth to complete the rout.’Ruben Amorim feels like Erik ten Hag all over again – Man Utd missed out on the perfect coach who’s done it already’ says Paul Scholes Ruud van Nistelrooy managed the Red Devils for the first time tonight following the departure of Erik ten Hag.Ten Hag was sacked by United on Monday following a 2-1 defeat to West Ham.Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim is now expected to take over the job permanently.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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      Glam footballer Madelene Wright sends fans wild as sexy cop for Halloween in low cut top as they say ‘arrest me’

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      MADELENE WRIGHT has sent fans wild with a raunchy Halloween post on social media.The footballer has amassed an enormous following due to her stunning pictures and talent on the pitch.Madelene Wright is in the Halloween spiritCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightShe shared these stunning pictures on InstagramCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightAnd Madelene, 25, has now got in the Halloween spirit with her latest post.She shared two snaps of herself dressed as a sexy cop in a tight-fitting outfit.She posed in front of a spooky backdrop filled with skeletons and ghoulish features.She captioned the post: “Trick or treat.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHer 323k followers went wild for the post as they flooded the comment section.One posted: “Omg this is insane.”A second wrote: “Absolutely a trick honey, then the treat.”One commented: “Gorgeous.”Most read in FootballWhile another quipped: “She can arrest me.”One more added: “Best copper ever.”Glam footballer Madelene Wright shows off her new glasses with smouldering video before sharing cheeky bum pic Last year she dressed up as an angel for HalloweenCredit: InstagramLast year, Madelene dressed up as an angel and was labelled “naughty but nice” by her followers.She also recently shocked fans by leaving Leyton Orient Women after less than a year.She then announced in August that she would join Chesham United Women.Alongside her time on the football pitch, Madelene works as an OnlyFans model.She has previously boasted that her side hustle earns her a whopping £500,000 per year and helps fund her lifestyle away from the beautiful game.Inside Madelene’s glamorous life as influencer, footballer and OnlyFans star…Wright lives a glamourous lifestyleShe often wows her fans with raunchy picturesCredit: InstagramMadelene has over 300k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightShe recently celebrated her 25th birthdayCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wrightThe football also has an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wrightShe claimed to have made over £500,000 from the platformCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightThe footballer has recently signed for Leyton OrientCredit: Instagram/@madelene_wrightShe has continued her OnlyFansCredit: twitter @MaddieMadeleneShe often dresses in revealing outfitsCredit: InstagramMadelene used to play for CharltonCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright More

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      Watch bare-knuckle boxer’s stunned reaction to having nose BROKEN with single punch that leaves Conor McGregor in awe

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      BARE-KNUCKLE boxer Chris Camozzi left opponent Sawyer Depee with a broken nose following a brutal punch. The pair fought it out for the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship cruiserweight title in Denver. Chris Camozzi left opponent Sawyer Depee with a broken nose following a brutal punchDepee’s nose was brutally disfiguredAnd former UFC star Camozzi landed a huge right uppercut in round one one that landed right on Depee’s nose. It closed the show in just one minute with footage showing Depee’s grimacing reaction to the punch. His nose was gruesomely disfigured too as a result of the shot – leaving BKFC part-owner Conor McGregor in awe. He posted on X: “NOSE BREAKER SHOT TO WIN THE BARE KNUCKLE CRUISERWEIGHT GOLD! WOW! Say hello to your new Cruiserweight King.READ MORE IN MMA”@ChrisCamozzi! Hey Chris, what can they say now? Sweet f*** all, baby! Big congrats! “BARE KNUCKLE WORLD CHAMPION!! @bareknucklefc.”Camozzi won the title just a year after losing to Lorenzo Hunt at BKFC 50 for the gold. He said: “I can’t put this into words. This is the best moment of my career. Ever.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCamozzi, 37, had a storied 42-fight MMA career with a 27-15 record. He moved into bare-knuckle boxing in 2022 and has a 3-1 record following his title victory.Ilia Topuria went OFF on Conor McGregor in response to his tweet More

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      Amir Khan and wife Faryal ‘splash out £700,000 on his and hers Rolls-Royces’

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      BOXING star Amir Khan and wife Faryal are said to have splashed out £700,000 on “his and hers” Rolls-Royces.The 33-year-old mum announced on social media that they could not decide between a black or red Ghost — so they “bought them both”.Amir Khan and wife Faryal, pictured, are said to have splashed out £700,000 on ‘his and hers’ Rolls-RoycesThe couple could not decide between a black or red Rolls-Royce Ghost, so they ‘bought them both’Boxer Amir also recently spent more than £130,000 on a new motor for his long-suffering wifeA fan claimed the motors were rentals from car dealer Exotic in Dubai where they live.But Faryal insisted: “We buy our cars from Exotic. “They don’t do rentals. “I’ve never needed to rent a car in my life.”Read more on Amir KhanJust a year ago Amir spent more than £130,000 on a new motor for his long-suffering wife after being caught out yet again.But she struggled to crack a smile after getting behind the wheel of the Mercedes G Wagon which was decorated with red ribbons and balloons.Footage posted on social media showed the stony-faced mum climbing aboard the flash car as Amir stood with a giant bunch of roses.But fans on Instagram were quick to call his wife’s mood.Most read in BoxingOne wrote: “Money can’t buy you happiness.”Another added: “This is has to be up there with one of the most tragic things I have seen on social media.”Amir Khan hints he will fight both KSI and Jake Paul as he teases stunning boxing return aged 37The couple were reportedly “on the rocks” following a sexting scandal which saw the former boxing champ meet a woman for hotel sex over a period of four months.Khan had demanded “no holds barred” sex from the woman last year before the fling escalated.His wife found out about the betrayal before calling the woman and threatening to out her. More

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      Terrifying moment Man Utd fans ‘attacked by mob of Fenerbahce ultras in Istanbul’ hours before Europa League clash

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      THIS is the terrifying moment Man United fans were “attacked” by Fenerbahce ultras in Istanbul just hours before the Europa League clash.The Fenerbahce stormed the bar where Manchester United fans were sat having a casual drink before the game. Man Utd fans were seen having a drink outside a barCredit: XThe fans soon had to scramble as Fenerbahce ultras apparently launched an attackCredit: XChairs were seen being used as weaponsCredit: XIt is unknown if any injuries were sustainedCredit: XFootage shared on social media showed a clan of thugs dressed in all-black swarm into the bar’s outside seating area.Manchester United fans desperately scrambling from the scene as a violent brawl breaks out. Within a few seconds chairs appear to fly through the air as thugs hurl the outdoor seating at their opponents.More ultras then seem to get involved as they swarm the bar and continue to use chairs as weapons.read more in sportSeveral tourists were captured desperately fleeing the dangerous scene.It’s currently unknown whether anyone was injured.But this isn’t the first time an alleged attack has taken place.In a separate incident as many as 50 Fenerbahce fans are said to have “swarmed” a group of United fans who had travelled to Istanbul for the match.Most read in FootballFootage shared on social media showed an attack taking place outside of the Grand Hisar Hotel.Multiple Man Utd fans injured after ‘being ambushed by 50 Fenerbahce ultras in Istanbul’ ahead of Europa League clash Ultras charged and assaulted fans, leaving several injured.A self-professed “anarchist” account on X by the name of GFB Bogaz Hooligans then boasted about the footage after posting it online.The account shared a 26-second video of the attacks with the caption: “This is İSTANBUL!”An ominous post on their Instagram page showed an apparent group of hooligans on bikes.It was captioned: “On the first punch of a fight… Manchester is now truly RED :).”One Red Devils fan who was caught up in the attacks told StrettyNews how five fans were “swarmed” by a violent mob.They said: “About 50 of them swarmed us.”One lad followed me down a street and pretended to help before hitting me a shot into the jaw.”They added that two members of their group were left injured by glasses and a crowbar.Man Utd fans appear to have been attacked in Istanbul before their match with FenerbahceCredit: X/BogazHooligansWitnesses said multiple fans were left injuredCredit: X/BogazHooligansA separate incident is said to have involved 20 Fenerbahce fans descending upon a smaller group of United fans.The Fenerbahce ultra account posted a screenshot of an apparent online conversation between them and a so-called United fan.They said: “A response has been given to the traitors who insulted our religious and national values ​​and gave us a position.”The pictures detailed how an offensive message was sent to start the exchange before messages of “see you soon”, and “let’s go” were sent.The location of the Celtic Irish Pub in Istanbul was then sent. The pub is approximately an 11-minute walk from where one of the attacks took place.SunSport was unable to track down a social media account with the details shared in the screenshot, meaning the message could have been fabricated or the original account was changed or deleted.Manchester United and Fenerbahce have been approached for comment.Violence has unfortunately become commonplace in football in Turkey, with Fenerbahce’s chairman attacked by a pitch invader and pelted with bottles earlier this season.READ MORE SUN STORIESUnited’s former boss Jose Mourinho was sent off during the match last night for throwing one of his infamous tantrums. Manchester United and Fenerbahce ended the game level with a 1-1 tie. More

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      Abdelaziz Barrada dead at 35: Former Marseille and Morocco star dies suddenly as tributes pour in

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      ABDELAZIZ BARRADA has sadly died at the age of 35.The ex-Marseille and Morocco star suddenly passed away as it was confirmed by his former club.Abdelaziz Barrada has died at the age of 35Credit: GettyHe played 26 times for MoroccoCredit: GettyMoroccan news outlet Hespress has reported that Barrada suffered a heart attack in the afternoon.The Ligue 1 outfit announced the footballer’s death on social media with a touching tribute.It read: “Rest in peace Abdelaziz.”Olympique de Marseille learned with sadness of the death of its former player and Moroccan international, Abdelaziz Barrada.READ MORE ON SPORT”Arriving in the summer of 2014, the attacking midfielder wore the colours of OM for two seasons.”The club would like to extend its sincere condolences to his family and share in the grief of his loved ones.”Social media was flooded with tributes to Barrada.Morroco star Amine Harit posted: “Abdelaziz Barrada may Allah have mercy on you support his loved ones.”Most read in FootballTributes have flooded in for the star on social mediaCredit: AFPHe scored four goals for MoroccoCredit: GettyA fan wrote: “My deepest condolences.”A second commented: “My condolences to his family and loved ones, 35 is really too young, may he rest in peace.”A third said: “I am shocked to hear of his death! May he rest in peace, a player who will have left his mark on Marseille anyway.”Another added: “It hurts, we didn’t expect it, rest in peace Abdelaziz condolences to the family and loved ones.”Barrada started his professional career in France at Senart-Moissy.He went on to play for Paris Saint-Germain’s B side between 2007 and 2010.The midfielder went on to have spells at Getafe in Spain as well as Marseille, Al-Jazira, Al-Nasr, Antalyaspor, Al Shahania and Lusitanos Saint-Maur.During his two-year spell at Marseille, he made 33 league appearances and scored two goals.He played alongside the likes of Michy Batshuayi, Steven Fletcher, Brice Samba and Lassana Diarra.READ MORE SUN STORIESBarrada also starred for the Morrocan national side as he earned 26 caps between 2012 and 2015.He scored four goals for the side, including a strike against Gambia in a 2014 World Cup qualifier. More

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      Man Utd fans injured after ‘being ambushed by 50 Fenerbahce ultras in Istanbul’ ahead of Europa League clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were attacked by so-called Fenerbahce ultras ahead of the Europa League clash tonight.As many as 50 Fenerbahce fans are said to have “swarmed” a group of United fans who had travelled to Istanbul for the match.Man Utd fans appear to have been attacked in Istanbul before their match with FenerbahceCredit: X/BogazHooligansFootage shared by a Fenerbahce ultra account boasted about the attacksCredit: X/BogazHooligansWitnesses have said multiple fans have been left injuredCredit: X/BogazHooligansFootage shared on social media showed an attack taking place outside of the Grand Hisar Hotel.The videos showed footage of ultras charging and assaulting fans, leaving several injured.A self-professed “anarchist” account on X by the name of GFB Bogaz Hooligans boasted about the footage after posting it online.The account shared a 26-second video of the attacks with the caption: “This is İSTANBUL!”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAn ominous post on their Instagram page showed an apparent group of hooligans on bikes.It was captioned: “On the first punch of a fight… Manchester is now truly RED :).”One Red Devils fan who was caught up in the attacks told StrettyNews how five fans were “swarmed” by a violent mob.They said: “About 50 of them swarmed us.Most read in Football”One lad followed me down a street and pretended to help before hitting me a shot into the jaw.”They added that two members of their group were left injured by glasses and a crowbar.Erik ten Hag in confident mood as Man Utd target rare European victory A separate incident is said to have involved 20 Fenerbahce fans descending upon a smaller group of United fans.The Fenerbahce ultra account posted a screenshot of an apparent online conversation between them and a so-called United fan.They said: “A response has been given to the traitors who insulted our religious and national values ​​and gave us a position.”The pictures detailed how an offensive message was sent to start the exchange before messages of “see you soon”, and “let’s go” were sent before sending the location as the Celtic Irish Pub in Istanbul.The pub is approximately an 11-minute walk from where one of the attacks took place.SunSport were unable to track down a social media account with the details shared in the screenshot, meaning the message could have been fabricated or the original account was changed or deleted.Manchester United have been approached for comment.READ MORE SUN STORIESViolence has unfortunately become commonplace in football in Turkey, with Fenerbahce’s chairman attacked by a pitch invader and pelted with bottles earlier this season.United face former boss Jose Mourinho tonight as they look for their first win in this season’s Europa League, with the Portuguese gaffer his normal bullish self ahead of the game.Jose Mourinho will take on his old side tonight More