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      Raphinha slammed over ‘shameless’ act in Barcelona’s win against Dortmund

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      RAPHINHA has been slammed on social media after a “shameless” act in the Champions League.The Brazilian netted Barcelona’s opening goal in the Catalans’ 4-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their quarter-final tie.Raphinha prods home from right on the goal lineRaphinha has 12 goals in 11 Champions League games this termCredit: GettyRaphinha’s actions denied Pau Cubarsi his first ever Champions League goalCredit: GettyRobert Lewandowski haunted his former side once again with a brace, before teenage sensation Lamine Yamal completed the rout on 77 minutes. But Raphinha, the former Leeds United winger, was the big talking point as he was slated for perceived selfishness during Barca’s win.The anger comes after he bundled home to break the deadlock in the 25th minute at the Estadi OIympic Lluis Companys, Barca’s temporary home while the Nou Camp gets renovated.The Brazilian earned bucketload of backlash online for “stealing” a goal from Pau Cubarsi, the teenage centre-back who’s never scored in the Champions League.Read more FootballCurbasi, the 18-year-old Spanish defender, turned an Inigo Martinez knockdown from Fermin Lopez’s free kick goalbound, with the ball trickling towards the far corner.However, Raphinha, ghosting in unmarked at the back post, made sure that the ball went in by getting the last touch just before it crossed the line.The incident sparkled a frenzy on social media, with one fan taking to X to comment: “Raphinha having no shame in stealing what would’ve been an 18 year old’s first ever Champions League goal”, while another tweeted: “That was shameless from Raphinha”.Raphinha’s 12th goal in Europe this season really upset one fan, who tweeted: “That’s the sort of stupidity that shouldn’t be rewarded”.Most read in Champions LeagueJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOthers expressed their dismay at Raphinha’s selfishness, saying: “Goal robbed” and “I would be so mad if I was Curbasi…”.Another claimed that Raphinha had “snatched Cubarsi’s goal to boost his Ballon D’Or chances”, but perhaps the most brutal comment was that Raphinha is “a crook” and there was “no way you try stat pad when it was already going in ffs… this Ballon D’or s*** got guys acting outta character.”The result leaves Hansi Flick’s side with one foot in the last four of Europe’s premier competition, and Barca will face the winners of Inter Milan and Bayern Munich, assuming they avoid a sensational comeback in Dortmund next week.Barca are having a strong season, going under the radar of many in Flick’s first term in the hotseat, and the German has them top of LaLiga by four points, en route to taking back the league title that they lost to Real Madrid in the last campaign.Robert Lewandowski was the thorn in his former club’s side, scoring twiceLamine Yamal was also among the goalscorers More

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      Fans beg Cole Palmer ‘never change’ as footage of Chelsea star asking waiter bizarre question emerges

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      FANS gave Cole Palmer a big tip after his unusual question in a restaurant.Supporters advised the Chelsea hero to “never change” after footage emerged of his encounter with a waiter.Cole Palmer was straight in there with a surprise queryThe waiter enjoyed a question he might never have faced beforeEngland ace Palmer was having a relaxing night outPalmer, was casually dressed in a dark hoodie but having a classy night out with a female friend.As they discussed their meal, she made the all-important query: “Do you like it?”The England midfielder replied: “It’s quite nice this” – before turning to the waiter with a question he might never have been asked before.Palmer enquired: “Did you make this?”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBeing such an all-round talent himself, the 11-cap ace perhaps thought the waiter was blessed with similar gifts.But the besuited server could only grin widely and reply: “I wish!”Fans, however, toasted Palmer for his question”The bloke is really special!” said one.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Never change Cole,” pleaded another.But a third observer couldn’t decide if Palmer’s expression was quite as innocent as it looked.Chelsea vs Tottenham descends into chaos as Romero sparks mass melee after shoving Colwill to groundHe posted: “Can’t tell if he’s joking or serious.”Not content with asking about the source of the food, Palmer followed up by enquiring about the sauce to go with it.The ex-Manchester City starlet checked: “Can I have some ketchup, please.”And for some fans this was the real issue.One wrote: “Oh dear; ketchup.”It could have been worse. he could have asked for salad dressing. Then he might have been Cole-slaughtered! More

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      Glam footballer Madelene Wright cheekily sticks out tongue in busty snap as she shows fans inside new home

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      MADELENE WRIGHT took social media by storm once more with another cheeky snap.This time Madelene proudly showed her fans around her new pad on Instagram.Madelene Wright took social media by storm once moreMadelene took a cheeky selfie for her followersMadelene showed her fans around her new padThe footballer accompanied her story with two selfies, one of which showed her cheekily sticking her tongue out.Madelene also posted the following caption: “Just got the keys to my adult life.”Her 323,000 followers were left in awe as they stormed the comments’ section.One fan posted: “Proud of you.”Read More on FootballAnother commented: “Truly beautiful.”A third wrote: Looking fabulous.”This fan said: “Amazing smile.”And another gushed: “Stunning.”Most read in FootballMadelene is known for sharing a series of glam pics across her social media channels.The footballer has played for the likes of Charlton, Leyton Orient and Chesham.Glam footballer Madelene Wright shows off her new glasses with smouldering video before sharing cheeky bum pic And she has been juggling her football career with her social media as well as OnlyFans activities.Inside Madelene’s glamorous life as footballer and OnlyFans star…Madelene lives a glamourous lifestyleShe often wows her fans with raunchy picturesCredit: InstagramMadelene has over 300k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightShe has attracted a large audienceCredit: 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 played 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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      Shocked US tourist planning gentle Thames sight-seeing trip ends up on boat full of 150 boozed up UK football fans

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      A TOURIST planning a gentle sight-seeing trip on the River Thames boarded a party boat full of boozy football fans by mistake. American Evan Johnston got on the vessel with 150 Southend United supporters heading to a match. US tourist Evan Johnston, in check shirt, thought he was on a Thames sightseeing trip, but he’d accidentally joined 150 football fans heading to a match – who took him alongCredit: Andy WardEvan had got on a City Cruises craft – but did not realise it had been chartered by Southend United fans heading for a match against fellow National League side SuttonCredit: GettyAmerican student Evan with fans of the Shrimpers on board the cruise boatCredit: Andy WardThe student, 21, thought they were all going to see London’s landmarks. But the Shrimpers fans welcomed Evan — taking him to his first ever match, buying all his drinks and chanting: “Evan is a Shrimper, la la la la.” Essex side Southend were playing Sutton in South London in a National League clash on Saturday. The fans hired a party boat from Tower Millennium Pier to Blackfriars Pier to catch a train to the ground. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSEvan, from Arizona, said: “I had some suspicions when I was in line behind all of the fans. “I figured if they checked tickets they’d turn me off. But they didn’t.” He said he was “rooting for them” after Southend’s 1-1 draw, leaving them a point outside the promotion play-offs with five games left. The club will make Evan guest of honour at this Saturday’s home fixture against Solihull Moors. Most read in FootballFan Andy Ward told The Sun: “The next day I messaged Evan. He’d gone on the sightseeing tour he’d planned, and said our boat was a lot better — and his tour was a little quieter.” The club said: “Full credit to our brilliant supporters.” Crisis club Southend SAVED from extinction after consortium completes takeoverThe friendly fans made Evan welcome and bought him pints as they made their way to the matchCredit: Andy WardEvan with Shrimpers fan, and new pal, Andy WardCredit: Chris PhillipsUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Josh Warrington reveals how fans who called him a w***** spurred boxer to retirement U-turn

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      JOSH WARRINGTON will keep fighting for the fans — even those who think he is a w****r.The 34-year-old Leeds legend laid down his gloves after a third consecutive defeat — this time against Anthony Cacace at Wembley Stadium — in September.Josh Warrington will keep fighting for the fans — even those who think he is a w****rCredit: GettyFollowing previous losses to Luis Alberto Lopez and Leigh Wood, the two-time featherweight world champ felt he had reached the end of the Elland Road.But, after a couple of strong gym sessions — and a scan of his X-rated social messages — the latest comeback starts on April 19 against Asad Khan.The Yorkshire hero said: “Something was missing in that last performance.“I told my dad, in my corner, that ten per cent or so just wasn’t there.READ MORE IN BOXING“When I laid down my gloves, I meant it.“I went back in the gym to help a mate and things started to click again.“Then I checked social media, expecting the worst, but I had nothing but support and backing.“Some people even wrote, ‘I have always thought you are a w****r but don’t retire yet, you’ve got loads left to give’.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“I don’t need to retire on a win or a world title.“I need to retire after a performance I can be proud of, one that my fans deserve, after so many years of backing me”I need to retire on my terms. And I will — w* or not.”Josh Warrington’s top-flight boxing career ends after suffering his third fight on the spin More

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      Footballer rushed to hospital after being shot as he got into firefight with bungling robbers who killed man at bar

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      A FORMER Colombian top-fight footballer has been rushed to hospital after being shot by bungling robbers who killed another man in an attack on a bar.Elkin Blanco was identified in CCTV footage of the horror incident as the man who resisted the armed robbery by picking up a gun and getting into a firefight with one of the assailants as his accomplice wrestled with the victim who lost his life.Elkin Blanco has been rushed to hospital after being shot in a firefightCredit: GettyElkin had two spells at Colombian First Division side MillionariosCredit: GettyCCTV footage showed an armed gunman firing shots at the sceneCredit: https://x.com/BLUAntioquiaFootage showed the two people chasing after the assailantsCredit: https://x.com/BLUAntioquiaThe footage showed the 35-year-old, who had two spells at Colombian First Division side Millionarios, risking his life by chasing the robber away after the gunmen announced the hold-up while they were still wearing their motorbike helmets to disguise their identity.Federico Gutierrez, mayor of Medellin where the incident occurred last night, thanked fans for their support in an Instagram message and confirmed Elkin, who is currently without a club, was out of danger.The midfielder, a youth player with Brazilian side Gremio before he returned to his homeland, is said to have been shot four times during the attack although none of his injuries have been described as life-threatening.The man who died after reaching hospital has been named as Duván Alejandro Mosquera Vargas, 25.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA spokesman for local police said: “The man who died lunged at one of the assailants who shot him with a firearm.“The injured 35-year-old, Elkin Blanco, reached with a weapon, generating an exchange of gunfire with the other criminal.”Mayor Mr Gutierrez, promising arrests would be made and justice done, said on X: “Yesterday evening, an unfortunate incident occurred. “Two criminals entered a commercial establishment in the Rosales area of Medellin, with the intention of robbing it.Most read in Football“They murdered a person identified as Duvan Alejandro Mosquera and injured the former footballer Elkin Blanco who is out of danger.“The instruction to our police officers is clear, catch these criminals.“We already have the images with their faces and we have also identified the motorbike on which they were travelling. “We also know in which sector of the city these cowards were hiding.  The police have been operating in the area since last night. These bandits will fall.”I regret the death of Duvan. Solidarity with his family and friends We will get justice.”Elkin has been identified locally as the owner of the unnamed nightspot that was targeted.Customers could be seen seeking refuge under terrace tables as the gunfight occurred.Fans took to social media today to wish the ex-Millionarios star, who also played for Colombian sides Atletico Nacional and America de Cali, to wish him a speedy recovery.One said: “God bless you. Thanks God you weren’t seriously injured.”Elkin said in his first comments about the incident late this afternoon, on his Instagram profile where he has 100,000 followers and describes himself as a ‘partner of God’: “Thanks to all of you for your messages.“I am okay health-wise and thanks to God I am now back at home and recovering.”Read More on The SunDescribing the man shot dead as a “great friend” he referenced by his nickname Alejo which is a short form of Alejandro, he added: “I’m very sad about the departure of a great friend. “I will always remember you Alejo.” More

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      Mats Hummels chokes back tears as he retires aged 36 after World Cup winner and Dortmund legend’s incredible career

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      GERMANY legend Mats Hummels has announced his retirement from football.Hummels, 36, rolled credits on his glittering 18-year career with an emotional announcement on social media.Mats Hummels has announced his retirement from footballCredit: GettyHummels could barely hold back his tears as he announced his retirementThe centre-back, who currently plays for Roma, sat in front of a camera and watched the greatest highlights of his career with the likes of Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich and Germany.The defender then confirmed that he will be hanging up his boots at the end of the season.Hummels said: “I’m struggling with myh emotions right now. Now comes the moment that no footballer can avoid.”After more than 18 years and so many things that football has given me, I’m ending my career this summer.Read More on Football”When I see all this [the highlights], I know how much this whole journey, this whole path has meant to me. How extraordinary it was to be able to experience that.THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Tottenham fans fume at Spurs flops as Ange Postecoglou ‘stays out firing line’ after GOADING them during loss at Chelsea

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      SEETHING Ange Postecoglou was caught up in more scenes of bitter controversy with Tottenham supporters.Postecoglou became the first Spurs chief to lose his first four league games against Chelsea as Enzo Fernandez headed the only goal at Stamford Bridge.Tottenham fans were angry after another dismal lossAnge Postecoglou was accused of staying away from his club’s fansTottenham players went over to supporters but Postecoglou didn’tAnd away supporters were angry with TWO incidents involving the Aussie.The first came after Postecoglou surprised Spurs fans by replacing Lucas Bergvall with Pape Matar Sarr midway through the second period.The away contingent responded by chanting: “You don’t know what you’re doing.”However, Sarr then fizzed a long-ranger into the back of the net.And Postecoglou reacted by appearing to cup his ears towards his club’s own fans.That upset many observers – with the Aussie accused of goading Spurs supporters.But the goal was then ruled out following a lengthy VAR intervention – which left Postecoglou furious.Then on the final whistle, it looked like he gestured for his players to go over and applaud the travelling fans – while he himself remained near the halfway line.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSome supporters accused the under-pressure boss of “staying out of the firing line” – after defeat cemented his side’s dismal position of 14th.Postecoglou denied any animosity over the Sarr encounter – and instead focused on attacking the lengthy delay before it was scrubbed out.Chelsea vs Tottenham descends into chaos as Romero sparks mass melee after shoving Colwill to groundAnd of his hand-to-ear signal, he insisted he was just trying to gee up Spurs fans.Postecoglou said: “I want them to be happy – we’ve just scored a cracking goal.”I wanted them to get really excited. I felt at that time we could potentially go on and win the game.”And of the VAR hold-up he added: “You are standing around for 12 minutes. It’s just killing the game, but no-one cares about that.”They just love the drama and controversy and I’m sure there will be 24 hours discussion about it and that’s what everyone wants – they’re not really interested that it’s killing the spectacle of the game.”If a referee sees that and he needs to see it for six minutes, what’s clear and obvious about it? “That’s why the game is going the way it is.”The referee gave it and then needed six minutes [to rule the goal out] for something the VAR official thought was clear and obvious. It’s crazy, mate. It’s madness.”But supporters still hit back over his antics – with many suggested there was now a “huge disconnect” between fans and manager.One posted: “I can’t tell if our fan base has broken him or if he has always been this arrogant. “Goading fans after you’ve lost 15 leagues games and it’s only April is next level insanity.”Another blasted him for “blaming VAR for coming to the right decision because he is tactically inept and he’s team has lost again”.And a third wrote: “Ange Postecoglou remained closer to the halfway line after the final whistle, having encouraged the players to go over to the away fans, he kept his distance.But a few supporters blamed the constant sniping of fellow fans.One wernt on X to say: “Oh, no Ange cupped his ears bc of this chant?!? Whatever will our childish fan base do????”Meanwhile, Spurs midfielder James Maddison seemed incredibly sheepish as he claimed fans were right to be so annoyed.He told Sky Sports: “It’s happened one too many times this season. Our fans are rightly disappointed.”We’re just trying to find the answers – to why we’ve lost so many tight games this season.”It’s important we go over and show our appreciation for them, even though we’re not getting a nice reception.James Maddison”None of the fans want to hear what we’ve got to say at the minute. We’ve just got to try to be better.”Asked if he believed supporters were “angry” when he walked over after the match, Maddison replied: “Yeah, and to be fair they’ve got every right to be. “I think it’s still important that we go over and show our appreciation for them, even though we’re not getting a nice reception.Read More on The Sun”That’s why I still walk over there – I think they deserve that. It’s not easy to go over… but they pay their money, they travel all over for us and we’re just as disappointed as they are.”But with Spurs in the Europa League last eight, he claimed: “It can still be a special season if we lift silverware. We’re two fixtures away from a European final.” More