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      Man Utd star calls out fans who left Old Trafford early before epic Lyon comeback with 15-word swipe

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      JOSHUA ZIRKZEE sent a blunt message to Manchester United fans who left Old Trafford early during their Europa League epic with Lyon.The Red Devils roared into a seemingly comfortable 2-0 first-half lead but threw it away and went 4-2 down in extra time, before remarkably coming back to win the game 5-4 and the tie 7-6 on aggregate with three goals in the final 10 minutes.Harry Maguire completed a stunning comeback for Man Utd to beat Lyon in extra timeCredit: GettyInjured Joshua Zirkzee was at the stadium to celebrate the historic victoryCredit: GettyBut he took a swipe at fans who left Old Trafford earlyCredit: instagram @zirkzeeFan footage on social media showed how scores of fans had left Old Trafford when ex-Arsenal star Alexandre Lacazette stepped up to score his penalty in extra time to give the French outfit a two-goal cushion.However, when captain Bruno Fernandes then netted United’s third on the night, many rushed back into the stadium or were forced to watch the game outside the Theatre of Dreams.And the stadium was left in pandemonium when Kobbie Mainoo netted an injury-time equaliser, which then went to new heights when Harry Maguire nodded home the winner.Ruben Amorim’s side was without stricken striker Zirkzee in the clash, after the Dutchman pulled up with an injury against Newcastle at the weekend – which the manager confirmed was likely the end of his season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the £36.5million signing from Bologna was present at the stadium for the dramatic second leg of the quarter-final.Taking to Instagram, he shared a video of the deafening noise inside Old Trafford as the United faithful cheered on the team.And in a swipe at the fans who left early he captioned the video: “To all the fans who left when we were down. Have a listen to this.”Despite being unable to feature in Thursday’s clash, Zirkzee had climbed off the bench in the first leg to score an apparent winner in France as he guided a header home late on before an inexplicable Andre Onana mistake.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKMainoo, with whom Zirkzee seems to have forged a close bond during their time together, brought the 23-year-old’s signature move to life after his late equaliser.With the academy graduate, who turns 20 on Saturday, and Maguire both scoring in injury time, they saw the game break two records.Man Utd fans celebrate outside Old Trafford after leaving Lyon game early The first marked the first time five goals have been scored in extra time of a major European competition, and the second made United the first team ever to score two goals in the 120th minute of a major European match.Amorim told TNT Sports after the game he had watched some of the 99 documentary for inspiration before labelling the unbelievable match a “great night”.He said: “I was watching again the 1999 documentary to have some inspiration for these moments.”It was a great night – 4-2 with one more player you think it’s over, but here it is never over. I felt here everything is possible.”However, the 40-year-old also had a harsh reality check for his squad after admitting they need to focus on Europa League.He said: “The reflection of the coach is the league. You can be good in European games but your reflection as a team is in the league and we are underperforming, but then we have to see the context.”We lack a lot of characteristics in our team – sometimes you want to push forward and you see that Garnacho is really tired but he’s the only one who can make transitions. “Physically is it a problem. When we play against European teams you can see we cope better with that – in the Premier League we suffer a lot.”He continued: “It is one type of moment that can change a lot of things. These kind of moments can change a lot in the players’ mind.”We have to be really focused on the Europa League and we have to take a risk with the kids in the Premier League. “We have to be tough on that and the fans have to understand our focus is on the Europa League.”Man Utd will face Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals of the competition, with those matches on May 1 and May 8 with the latter once again being at home.However, the last time Man Utd beat the Spanish outfit was in February 1957, with Sir Alex Ferguson losing twice to them when they played in 2012.Read More on The SunBefore that, Man Utd will host Wolves at Old Trafford on Sunday with the visitors arriving undefeated in the league since February, including four wins on the bounce.Wolves have not done the double over the 20-time champions of England since the 1979/80 season, but following a 2-0 at Molineux earlier this season Vitor Pereira’s side have the chance to make history.Man Utd ratings vs LyonMANCHESTER UNITED scored three goals in seven unbelievable minutes to beat Lyon in one of the all-time great nights at Old Trafford.The Red Devils looked to be putting in one of their best displays since Ruben Amorim took over as they raced into a 2-0 lead.But after conceding one goal, they let the ground slip from under them, quickly giving away another to allow Lyon to take the game to extra time.Not even a red card for Corentin Tolisso could get United out of their slump as the French side completely dominated most of the additional 30 minutes.Rayan Cherki and an Alexandre Lacazette penalty meant the visitors looked home and hosed before Casemiro was fouled and Bruno Fernandes hit home from the spot.Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire then both netted in stoppage time of extra time to secure a scarcely believable win.Here’s how SunSport’s Phil Thomas rated the United stars on a night that went from the sublime to the ridiculous and back again. 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      ‘World’s most controversial Wag’ goes topless and shows off major sideboob leaving fans in shock

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      CONTROVERSIAL Wag Wanda Nara took social media by storm once more with her latest raunchy snap.This time Wanda, 38, posed topless on her bed in an image that left very little to imagination.Wanda Nara took social media by storm with a topless snapThis is not the first time Wanda shares raunchy contentWanda took social media by stormWanda is undergoing divorce proceedings with husband Mauro IcardiThe Argentine – previously dubbed the world’s most controversial Wag – shares a raft of glam pics across social media and this one attracted a staggering 135,000 likes.Wanda posted the following caption on Instagram: “Changing up the game.”The social media model and football agent’s 17.5million followers were left in awe as they flooded the comments section.One fan commented: “Beautiful.”Read More on FootballAnother posted: “Amazing.”A third wrote: “Awesome.”This fan said: “Ridiculous.”And that one gushed: “Wonderful.”Most read in FootballHer revealing post comes after Wanda split with Galatasaray star Mauro Icardi in July after a controversial and turbulent 11-year relationship.Their tense relationship started making headlines immediately after it started back in 2013 when she ditched Icardi’s former team-mate and close friend Maxi Lopez in favour of the striker.Wanda Nara flaunts curves in tiny black bikini as she shows off new short hair and fans call her ‘too perfect’Their marriage, which began in 2014, seemed to have ended in 2021 when Wanda apparently confessed to splitting up with her husband.Wanda, who at one stage acted as Icardi’s agent, seemed to accuse the Argentina international of cheating on her in an explosive social media post.The pair ultimately tried to make things work but Wanda ended up asking for a divorce last summer.And the two are now in the middle of divorce proceedings.Scroll down for more from Wanda NaraWanda decided to divorce IcardiCredit: Instagram @mauroicardiWanda and Icardi tried to work things outCredit: instagram @wanda_naraBut Wanda ultimately decided to go on with the divorceCredit: InstagramWanda continues to work on her social media game More

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      ‘It’s petrifying’ – Glam F1 hopeful Bianca Bustamente, 20, lifts lid on ‘scary’ fight to thrive in male-dominated sport

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      MOTORSPORT’S most glamorous driver has opened up on the “scary” nature of her incredible dual career.Bianca Bustamante is hoping to become one of the biggest names in racing alongside Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.McLaren development driver Bianca Bustamante has three-million social media followers combinedCredit: Instagram @racerbiaBustamante has made history by becoming McLaren’s first female driverCredit: Instagram @racerbiaBustamante earned two podium finishes in the debut F1 Academy seasonCredit: GettyHer first podium coincided with Lando Norris’ maiden race win in DecemberCredit: GettyThe 20-year-old beauty will start a mixed sex race at the GB3 Championship at Silverstone next weekendCredit: McLarenBustamante splits her time between racing podiums for McLaren in an all-female category AND professional modelling.And the 20-year-old beauty will start a mixed sex race at the GB3 Championship at Silverstone next weekend.The race is a feeder event for young drivers hoping to progress to elite motorsport and even Formula One.Bustamante was the first woman to be accepted into the prestigious McLaren Driver Development Programme in 2024.READ MORE MOTORSPORTBut it hasn’t come easy for the Filipino driver, who is the poster girl of Netflix’s new docuseries F1 Academy alongside 14 other female drivers.The self-starter – who was on the cover of Vogue – has been able to fund her passion for F1 and buy her dream London flat through brand deals.As well as modelling for Storm Management, Bustamante has more than three million followers on Instagram.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSShe told Mail Sport: “It’s petrifying to be an open book for everyone on social media.Most read in Motorsport”I have used it as a platform to fund my career and to help me progress on the motorsport ladder.McLaren F1 racer Bianca Bustamante reveals how she gets in shape for her races – and why she almost quit”I grew up in front of three million people across all my social media platforms and I find it very scary sometimes.”It can be worrying to lose myself along the way. Lose my sights and morals and who I really am.”Bustamante was born and raised in the Philippines, a country with no recognisable history or heritage of motorsport. She was introduced to her first go-kart at age three by her racing-mad dad Raymund and it was love at first sight. On Monday, she was named by Forbes as one of the 30-under-30 record-breaking athletes for her achievements in F1.While F1 is predominantly a male-dominated sport, there have been a few female drivers who have entered Grand Prix races.The Filipino driver lifts heavy weights as part of a gruelling training regimeCredit: Instagram @racerbiaShe has starred in Vogue PhilippinesShe was named by Forbes as one of the 30-under-30 record-breaking athletes for her achievements in F1Credit: CBR MediaShe boasts three million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @racerbiaMaria Teresa de Filippis was the first, followed by Lella Lombardi, Divina Galica, Desire Wilson and Giovanna Amati.But De Filippis and Lombardi are the only women to have started an F1 race, with the latter the only one to score points in her 12 starts.I find it very scary sometimes.BustamanteThe MailBustamante told The Mail: “This new step up still feels so new to me.”I get in the car and I still feel like I know nothing. I feel like a rookie every single time, which I am I guess.”That step from junior driver to being professional now as we go into the GB3 season… people talk to me like I’m no longer a kid, I’m an adult.”Working with the new team is amazing. It’s my first time working with a British team.”I’ve got teammates that are like brothers to me now.”Lella Lombardi is the only female driver to score points in F1Credit: Getty Images – GettyA picture of Lando Norris and Bustamante grinning ear to ear at the Miami Grand Prix in May summarises the family feel at McLaren. She sealed her first-ever F1 Academy podium on the same weekend that Norris secured his maiden race win,Read More on The SunBefore McLaren announced her signing, she became only the second ever driver to compete in the newly launched all-female F1 Academy series with Prema Racing.She made the podium, finishing third in her first race and seventh in the final championship standings. More

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      ‘This is so impressive’ – Fans amazed as Oli McBurnie speaks in flawless Spanish just months after LaLiga transfer

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      OLI MCBURNIE has left fans stunned with his fluent Spanish – less than a year after joining Las Palmas.The former Sheffield United star left the Premier League last summer to join the LaLiga side. Las Palmas striker Oli McBurnie was back in the goals against GetafeCredit: GettyThe 28-year-old conducted his post-match interview entirely in SpanishCredit: XMcBurnie, a Scottish international raised in Leeds, has gone to great lengths to integrate since his move. And he showed off his Spanish in a TV interview following a 3-1 win over Getafe on Saturday. McBurnie conducted the entire interview in Spanish after netting his team’s second goal – impressing his interviewer in the process.The 28-year-old said: “It’s a very good day for us. We know we need more wins and points. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”It’s a great day for us, now we need more.”I want more goals. This year is difficult for me. I want to help the team”.Fans were quick to praise McBurnie for going above and beyond to learn the language.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOne stunned fan wrote on X: “No way is that him talking?!”Most read in FootballAnother said: “This is so impressive from @oli_mcburnie he’s integrated so well into life in Spain both on and off the pitch.”Moment Rangers-daft frontman Oli McBurnie bags assist against Real Madrid two months after Ibrox side could have signed him for FREEWhile a third added: “Great to see him doing well and proving doubters wrong.”McBurnie began his career at Bradford City before a breakthrough year at Swansea in 2018. The striker netted 22 goals in 42 Championship games, earning him a £20m move to the Premier League with Sheffield United.Oli’s Spanish interview in fullQ: Ollie, is speaking in Spanish with us… finally this victory.McBurnie: It’s a very good day for us. We know we need more wins and points. It’s a great day for us, now we need more.Q: Today, a goal and a win. You said the other day you were sad because your goal counted for nothing.McBurnie: Yes, definitely. I want more goals. This year is difficult for me. I want to help the team, but today is good with goals for me and Fabio (Silva). We won and it’s all incredible, and today is for the fans.Q: And above all it’s a win that helps everyone keep believing?McBurnie: Definitely. We know we need more wins. Today is only one game and only three points. It’s good, but now more and tomorrow more work. We want more wins, more points, come on!Q: Ollie, congratulations for the win, and the Spanish.McBurnie: Thanks a lot, I’m trying!McBurnie was unable to live up to his big fee in the Steel City, scoring 29 goals in 159 games.He left for the Canary Islands and Las Palmas last summer, signing a three-year deal.McBurnie endured an 11-game goal drought to start 2025.But he now has two in two games after his strike against Getafe. More

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      ‘This is why people don’t like Arsenal’ – Gunners fans spotted already wearing Champions League WINNERS shirts

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      ARSENAL fans were spotted already wearing Champions League WINNERS shirts. The Gunners take a commanding 3-0 lead to the Spanish capital after their quarter-final first-leg victory against Real Madrid at the Emirates. Arsenal fans were spotted already wearing Champions League winners shirtsCredit: AFPSo confidence was high ahead of Brentford’s Premier League trip to North London. In a picture shared by the Prem’s official Instagram account, two Arsenal fans have “CL WINNERS” on their backs. Unsurprisingly, it caused outrage online with football fans quickly taking the opportunity to mock.One said: “This is exactly why no one likes them.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother quipped: “This delusion is getting out of hand someone give them medical attention.”A third wrote: “They’re brave.”And one added: “The type of thing you just don’t do… setting yourselves up for potential disaster.”Even fellow Arsenal supporters couldn’t condone the behaviour.Most read in FootballArsenal ratings vs Brentford as Partey dominates in midfield but Jorginho a passenger as title hopes fizzleCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne saying: “Nah our fanbase can be annoying sometimes.” While another feared the worst, adding: “Ah they’ve proper jinxed it with that shirt…”Arsenal’s Kai Havertz hits the gym as he continues his recovery from injury Those Arsenal fans may be biting their fingernails if the Brentford match is anything to go by.Thomas Partey’s opener was cancelled out by Yoane Wissa to drop more league points – with Liverpool three wins from the title. Mikel Arteta left out Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Myles Lewis-Skelly – but Arteta said his team’s minds were not focused on Madrid. He insisted: “The way we did the game certainly not. The way the feeling was with the players, certainly not.”To prepare well you have to play as well as possible and win the next game.” More

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      Pep Guardiola does an Ange Postecoglou with gesture to his own fans in bizarre scenes after Marmoush goal for Man City

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      PEP GUARDIOLA made a bizarre gesture to his own fans in a move straight out of the Ange Postecoglou playbook. The Premier League champions found themselves trailing 2-0 at home to Crystal Palace after goals from Eberechi Eze and Chris Richards.Pep Guardiola made a bizarre gesture to his own fansCredit: X formerly Twitter / @beINSPORTS_TRGuardiola pointed to his ears as Man City levelledCredit: X formerly Twitter / @beINSPORTS_TRFans online compared him to Ange PostecoglouCredit: X formerly Twitter / @beINSPORTS_TRKevin De Bruyne pulled one back for City – kickstarting an emphatic 5-2 fightback with Omar Marmoush levelling only minutes later.It sent the home City fans wild – but manager Guardiola appeared to make a goading gesture to his own supporters. The Spaniard pointed his finger to his ear and waved his arms up and down to the Etihad faithful – as some fans questioned if it was in reference to boos around the stadium. Guardiola has been known to gesture to supporters before in a bid to get them going as the 12th man. READ MORE IN football But fans online could not help but compare the ex-Barcelona boss to under-fire Tottenham manager Postecoglou. One said: “Is he Ange in disguise!”Another added: “Pep thinks he is Ange.” A third joked: “Pep turning into Ange.” Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPostecoglou surprised Spurs fans by replacing Lucas Bergvall with Pape Matar Sarr at Stamford Bridge earlier in the month. The away contingent responded by chanting: “You don’t know what you’re doing.”‘People like you will be happy’ – Postecoglou snaps at Sky Sports reporter in ‘generational meltdown’ after Chelsea lossHowever, 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 – only for the goal to be chalked off by VAR.Spurs lost 1-0 and Postecoglou explained: “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.”Postecoglou cupped his ears to Spurs fansCredit: Getty More

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      ‘That’s f***ing dangerous’ say F1 fans as Fernando Alonso’s steering wheel FALLS OFF as he approaches corner in Bahrain

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      FERNANDO ALONSO had a dangerous incident during the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix after his steering wheel FELL OFF mid lap.The bizarre moment came during the second practice session on Friday.Fernando Alonso’s steering wheel came off during the Bahrain GPCredit: F1The team ended up replacing the whole steering columnCredit: F1Just two laps into the session, the Spaniard’s steering wheel display went blank and moments later, detached from the steering column it had been attached to.Stunned by the malfunction, Alonso said over the team radio: “Change the steering wheel. There’s a problem with the steering wheel; it’s switching off.”Alonso had slowed down when seeing the issue as he approached the end of the lap, but after his wheel detached he ended up running wide into the ran-off area while frantically trying to reconnect it.He was fortunately able to do so and return to the pits unscathed, before his team took the car in to figure out what the problem was.READ MORE IN F1As it turned out, the problem was far more serious than the steering wheel itself, with the team taking 15 minutes to completely change the steering column before sending Alonso back out.The issue prompted an unexpected visit from FIA technical delegate, Jo Bauer, though no further explanation of the visit has been given thus far.Fans were also shocked at the incident, with one saying on social media: “Oh hell nah, this is everyone nightmares.”A second said: “Big yikes.”Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKA third added: “That’s f***ing dangerous.”Speaking after the session, two-time F1 World Champion, said: “Yeah, the car [was] not working, and I could not shift gears at one point, so yeah, I had a dash off.’A pretty expensive poo!’ – Carlos Sainz risks ANOTHER fine for X-rated rant as he protests £17,000 toilet break penalty”So, I could not communicate with the team either, and yeah, in the last corner the wheel was off. “So yeah, we realised that maybe the steering column of the wheel or something had a problem. The mechanics quickly changed the parts and everything was fine.”So yeah, a moment there, but thanks to everyone in the garage to fix it quite fast.”Alonso ended up coming 15th in the session, paving the way for what looks set to be another tough weekend for the Aston Martin.The ex-McLaren, Renault and Ferrari driver said: “I think it’s going to be a tough weekend, unfortunately, we seem not to have the pace before coming here.”The characteristics of Bahrain was a little bit of a concern for us, for our package, and yeah, probably we confirm today that we are not competitive. “It’s going to be a tough weekend, but we will try to learn. We will try to push, and we are not giving up.” Read More on The SunAlonso is one of five drivers – Pierre Gasly, Liam Lawson, Jack Doohan and Gabriel Bortoleto – yet to score points this year, while team-mate Lance Stroll has bagged 10 points.Elsewhere, FP2 was topped by McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, leading from team-mate Lando Norris and Mercedes’ George Russell. More

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      Prince William stuns TNT pundits with football knowledge as Villa-loving future King is branded ‘man of the people’

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      CLUTCHING his TNT Sports mic, Prince William casually dissected the tactics his beloved Aston Villa might employ against Paris Saint-Germain.“I think we all saw the Liverpool game and PSG’s intensity,” he told wide-eyed pundits Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist in a live six-minute TV masterclass.Prince William speaking at Parc des Princes stadium in Paris on Wednesday nightCredit: TNT SPORTSWills talking tactics with pundits Rio Ferdinand, left, and Ally McCoist before Villa’s match with Paris Saint-GermainCredit: TNT SPORTS“They gave a lot of pressure, they pressed very high. And so I think for Unai tonight, and the team, it’s about managing that press.”For the uninitiated, the future King was warning that Villa’s manager Unai Emery needed a game plan to cope with PSG’s ploy of defending high up the pitch.Seasoned internationals Ferdinand and McCoist nodded in agreement.This was the house of Windsor as we’ve rarely seen it.READ MORE ON PRINCE WILLIAMA monarchy shedding its stuffy image for something more modern is a PR triumph.But make no mistake, Will’s deep love and knowledge of the ­people’s game is absolutely genuine.Shortly before Wednesday’s Champions League tie kicked off, William added: “Unai likes it when teams come on to them and play quite a high press but obviously there’s a limit. Can we get around the press? Can we beat it? So I’m thinking long ball a bit.”The punditry was fast turning into a public relations triumph as social media buzzed with approval.Most read in FootballRelaxed in a casual jacket, William then began analysing PSG’s new approach of targeting youngsters rather than big-name players.He said: “I think not having Mbappe there, I think the PSG guys have talked about that quite a bit in the media, around not having the superstars maybe makes it a bit more of a gel.Prince William on fatherhood & football | Royal Exclusive Special“Vitinha in the midfield, I’ve been really impressed by, bearing in mind he was at Wolves two, three years ago and he could hardly get a game, and now look at him.”For a man once known more for polo than the Premier League, it was impressive stuff.Ex-England and Manchester United star Ferdinand told him: “Do not go for a punditry job, please, because I could be out of the game.”Fans watching at home were equally impressed.‘Passion we all share’One said: “Better analysis than most pundits.” Another supporter added: “He knows his stuff, defo.”Others remarked on William’s accent which has lost the regal ­formality of his elders.Times Radio presenter Andrew Neil said: “Charles and Anne speak in the same mannered, old-fashioned, upper-class way as their parents. William is much more normal.”The Prince was also seen in the tunnel, greeting the Villa players with encouraging hugs after they had warmed up on the pitch.It’s difficult to imagine Prince Philip or King George VI greeting Tyrone Mings with the welcome “big man!” and an endearing embrace.William also hugged Marcus Rashford and was heard saying, “Marcus, nice to see you, I missed you earlier.”Welcoming Marcus Rashford, top, while wishing Aston Villa players luck before they took to the pitchCredit: ESPNOnline gossip among fans questions if William may have influenced the player joining Villa from Manchester United.To top it off William, 42, was later seen in the stands with son George, 11, celebrating wildly when Villa went 1-0 up (they later lost 3-1).Last month the Prince told Shaun Custis — The Sun’s Head of Sport — that he lurks on Villa fan internet forums under a random name.And in January the Prince enjoyed a cider with eight diehard Villa fans in a Birmingham Wetherspoon pub.Looking a little at odds in jacket and tie, he nonetheless impressed his fellow Villans.Student Daniel Jones, 18, from Burntwood, Staffs, said the Prince was a “lovely guy, proper down-to-earth” who “loves Villa and the passion we all share”.Unlike that other Villa fan, ex-PM David Cameron, the Prince won’t be muddling the team up with those other claret and blues, West Ham.While William undoubtedly enjoys relieving the stresses of life cheering on the Villa, the telly punditry and the immersion in the game is also a slick PR move.Wills celebrating Villa’s shock lead with Prince George in standsCredit: GettyPrince William looking down alongside Prince George during the game, which Will’s team lost 3-1Credit: SplashThe Prince’s aides will have thought carefully before sending him out live on air with Ferdinand and McCoist.Royals usually favour sport which involves a four-legged nag.Although the late Queen presented the World Cup to Bobby Moore at Wembley in her white gloves — and attended a clutch of FA Cup finals — horse racing was her great love.Prince Philip liked carriage racing, Princess Anne eventing and Prince Harry polo.William’s promotion of football compares with his brother’s love of the equestrian sport which isn’t generally known for having players brought up on council estates.This is what Prince Harry said on the Netflix website about his recent five-part documentary called Polo: “This series offers audiences an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look into the passion and determination driving some of the world’s elite polo players, revealing the grit behind the glamour.”Better analysis than most pundits.Football fanThe show was mauled by critics and questions were asked about ­viewing figures.Meanwhile, William’s away days with the Villa are dragging the ­monarchy into the modern world.It presents a youthful and less formal side to the Prince of Wales away from charity visits and royal tours.Appearances at Premier and Champions League games flash around the globe at a time when the Commonwealth is being stress-tested.When William accedes to the throne he will be head of state of — at least currently — 15 nations including Canada, Australia and Jamaica.A 2022 tour of the Caribbean by William and Kate has gone down in history as a misjudged howler.The poor optics included pictures of the royals shaking hands with Jamaican children through wire fences and a military parade in which the pair stood dressed in white in an open-top Land Rover.Local campaigners saw it as a throwback to colonialism.Seeing the future monarch and his son as down-to-earth footie fans won’t harm his global image.Zooming on e-scooterAnd don’t bet against William turning up at the USA World Cup in 2026, a land where image is everything and the rival Sussex brand vies for attention.The Prince will know American opinion pours into Britain via social media and the value of being well-regarded on the other side of the Atlantic.Villa have a Wembley FA Cup semi-final this month and could reach the Champions League semis.Broadcasters will be clamouring for Wills to take the mic to offer his words of footballing wisdom.The Villa punditry — and other recent nods to informality — provide clues to what a King William V monarchy will look like.On a trip last month to Estonia, William posed for dozens of pictures with well-wishers.Living in Adelaide Cottage without a live-in nanny, he was spotted zooming around nearby Windsor castle last year on an e-scooter.The Prince likes to arrange his formal day around the school run, and trips abroad as King are likely to be shorter and punchier.Formality and, perhaps, some of the pomp and pageantry will be out.There was no public investiture when he became Prince of Wales.William will now have to delicately balance the mystique of the monarchy and its age-old rituals with shifting its image into the 21st Century.Read More on The SunHis performance in Paris this week will have endeared him to many.As a footie pundit might say, the boy done good.Wills’ nerdy footballSUN readers were already well aware of how good Prince William’s football knowledge is after my interview with him last month.But, as if it needed confirmation, TNT pundits Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist tested him out ahead of the clash between PSG and William’s team, Aston Villa, in the Champions League on Wednesday.Wills didn’t hesitate as he assessed the importance of Villa managing PSG’s high press and analysed the improvement in the French team since the departure of superstar Kylian Mbappe.His nod to Vitinha, PSG’s Portuguese midfielder, and his development since his days at Wolves was proper nerdy football.But when it came to predictions, the Prince let his heart rule his head, going for a 2-1 Villa win.Ally, however, proved he is still king of the pundits as he correctly went for 3-1 to PSG. 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