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    Man Utd fans convinced Frenkie de Jong wants transfer after spotting antics following FA Cup win over Liverpool

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced Frenkie De Jong wants to join the club after seeing his social media activity.The Red Devils clinched a dramatic 4-3 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Sunday.Frenkie de Jong has been heavily linked with a move to Man UtdCredit: GettyScott McTominay broke the deadlock just 10 minutes into the clash but two goals in quick succession from Alexis Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah saw Liverpool take the advantage.Antony fired United level in the 87th minute, forcing the match to extra time when Marcus Rashford cancelled out a Harvey Elliot strike.But Amad Diallo secured a last-gasp winner with just seconds to play.Man Utd supporters both at Old Trafford and on social media were eager to celebrate, but some eagle-eyed fans noticed De Jong’s Instagram activity.Read More on Man UtdThe Dutch midfielder appeared to like a post displaying United’s win.And now fans are convinced that he wants a move to Old Trafford.One person took to X to write: “Frenkie I see you..”Another added: “Man loves us. He wants Barca to pay him off.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third wrote: “He’s probably regretting.”While a fourth commented: “Bro wanna come 😃.”Diogo Dalot goes wild after Man Utd win over LiverpoolDe Jong has been linked with a move to Man Utd since Erik ten Hag took over in the summer of 2022.The Red Devils desperately tried to make him one of Ten Hag’s first signings, but the midfielder snubbed a transfer.However, reports claim he could be open to leaving Barcelona this summer.The La Liga giants will allegedly demand £85million for the 26-year-old. More

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    BBC One somehow MISS Chelsea’s horror own goal and then nearly miss another seconds later as fans blast ‘howler’

    FURIOUS football fans have blasted the BBC after they somehow MISSED Leicester City’s first goal vs Chelsea.Chelsea were taking on the Foxes in the FA Cup for a place in the Wembley semi-finals when the howler occurred.BBC’s coverage of Chelsea v Leicester in the FA Cup missed Axel Disasi’s own goalDisasi looped the ball over his own goalkeeperCredit: PAGoals from Marc Cucurella and Cole Palmer had given Mauricio Pochettino’s side a 2-0 half-time lead.Six minutes after the restart Blues defender Axel Disasi had a nightmare as he tried to pass the ball back to goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.Under pressure from a Leicester star his pass back was lifted far too high in the air for Sanchez to collect and arced into the Chelsea net for a stunning own goal.However, viewers at home only caught a glimpse of the goal as the ball nestled into the net. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat was because the BBC were instead showing replays of a recent Chelsea attack instead.The Beeb were almost at it again minutes later.As they showed replays of the Disasi own goal, Chelsea went up the other end and very nearly scored themselves.The BBC got their camera back on the game just in time for Nicolas Jackson’s shot to flash harmlessly wide of the post.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERTaking to social media, one viewer said: “Miss a goal and then almost miss another goal because of obsession with multiple replays.”A second said: “Who is in charge of this Chelsea broadcast at BBC?! Just missed the goal cos they were playing a replay.”Could Jose Mourinho return to Chelsea?A third said: “BBC has just managed to miss a goal by showing a replay. That is just embarrassing production work.”Another wrote: “One of the great own goals and the BBC missed it.”A fifth added: “BBC Sport making an absolute howler missing the Live Leicester goal too busy zooming in and waffling on about players and managers.”Disasi’s unfortunate own goal also saw him get both barrels from the travelling support, with chants of “shoot” being heard from Leicester fans everytime he touched the ball thereafter.Stephy Mavididi then scored a belter by cutting inside past Malo Gusto and bending a shot into the far post beyond Sanchez at full stretch to level the scoring. But a Callum Doyle sending off undid Leicester’s good work.Down to 10-men, Leicester couldn’t stop Chelsea’s waves of attack with Carney Chukwuemeka and Noni Madueke both netting in injury time at the hosts won 4-2.Moments after Disasi’s own goal an idiot pitch invader caused play to be temporarily halted.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe winner of this game drew Manchester City in SunSport’s simulated draw for the semi-final.The draw will commence 15 minutes after Manchester United’s match against Liverpool later today, which will decide the final team in the FA Cup semi-final. More

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    Did you spot ‘shameless’ detail in TNT Sports’ Arsenal celebration graphic with a nod to huge rivals?

    LIVERPOOL supporters have hilariously mocked Arsenal over a ‘shameless’ detail that was included in a social media post on Tuesday night. Arsenal booked their place in the Champions League quarter-finals after a dramatic penalty 4-2 shootout victory over Porto – following a 1-1 draw after extra-time.Fabs have pointed out a huge error in TNT’s Arsenal graphicCredit: Instagram / @tntsportsThe Gunners rode their luck but went through to their first quarter-final in 14 years after Porto’s Wendell and Galeno both missed from the spot.Shortly afterwards, TNT Sports took to their social media pages to post a graphic celebrating Arsenal’s success.But eagle-eyed fans pointed out a huge faux pas.The collage showed a number of Gunners stars celebrating – with a Champions League trophy being lifted in the background.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHowever, due to the fact that Arsenal have never won the competition, the graphic designers were forced to use a picture of Prem rivals Liverpool’s triumph instead.The photo came from Jurgen Klopp holding the cup after the Reds ran out 2-0 winners against Spurs in the 2019 final.One fan wrote: “They had to use Liverpool’s trophy lift because Arsenal’s doesn’t exist.”Another wrote: “Wow. They should have left it out.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third declared: “I see it. They’re really shameless.”A fourth chimed in: “Using a pic of Liverpool lifting the trophy…now that’s a rough one”.Thierry Henry filmed LEAVING during penalty shootout as former club Arsenal beat PortoElsewhere on the night, Porto head coach Sergio Conceicao has accused Mikel Arteta of insulting his family during the game.The Arsenal boss has denied the accusations, with the club also refuting Conceicao’s claims. More

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    Ex-Premier League star Yannick Bolasie seals random transfer as fans say ‘this guy has toured the world’

    YANNICK BOLASIE has completed the most surprising move of his 15-club career.Newly-promoted Brazilian top-flight side Criciuma have signed the former Crystal Palace and Everton winger, 34.Yannick Bolasie spent three months with Swansea and is now off to BrazilCredit: GettyBolasie’s most successful spell came in four years with Crystal PalaceFans on social media responded by saluting the ex-DR Congo’s cult spells in the Premier League.And one posted: “This guy has toured the whole world.”Yet the 6ft 2ins French-born ace has never before played outside Europe.Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano confirmed Bolasie’s arrival at Criciuma on Monday following a medical.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe club – little-known on this side of the globe – pulled off their greatest achievement as long ago as 1991 when lifting the Brazilian Cup.But Criciuma are the biggest team in the state of Santa Catarina, having also won Serie B in 2002 and Serie C four years later.The south-east Brazilian city is the core of the country’s flooring and home materials industry – and the second-largest such centre in the world.Now Bolasie hopes to raise the roof on Criciuma’s 19,900-capacity Estadio Heriberto Hulse stadium following what might be the last major move of his career.Most read in FootballBolasie bowed out of English football with the Championship SwansCredit: GettyHe’s been without a club since a short-term deal with Swansea ended in January – just as Luke Williams replaced sacked boss Michael Duff at the Championship side.Ex-Notts County manager Williams said of Bolasie’s departure: “Yannick has been great to work with. Everton aces Bolasie, Tom Davies and Niasse recreate Wayne Rooney wonder goal “He has been a real professional and we wish him well in whatever is next for him.”Non-leaguers Hillingdon Borough were Bolasie’s first club in 2006.Then came the first hint of his globe-trotting to come, via Maltese Premier League side Floriana.Three years with Plymouth Argyle followed, including loan stints with Rushden & Diamonds and Barnet.After switching to Bristol City he enjoyed his peak times – with Palace from 2012-2016.Having helped the Eagles back up to the Prem, Everton swooped in a £25million deal.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut a cruciate ligament injury undermined his five years at Goodison Park, leading to loan stints with Aston Villa, Anderlecht, Sporting Lisbon and Middlesbrough.Bolasie tried out Turkey for two years with Caykur Rizespor – before just a couple of months with Swansea and now his first taste of football in South America.Bolasie was with Everton from 2016 to 2021 but soon after arriving spent 12 months out with a cruciate ligament injuryCredit: PA:Empics Sport More

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    Andy Ruiz Jr absorbed the exact same brutal punch from Anthony Joshua that KO’d Francis Ngannou

    BOXING fans claimed Andy Ruiz Jr absorbed the exact same brutal punch from Anthony Joshua that knocked out Francis Ngannou. Joshua finished Ngannou after three knockdowns and one final ruthless right hand. Francis Ngannou was knocked out by an Anthony Joshua right handCredit: GettyThe same right hand was absorbed by Andy Ruiz JrCredit: Sky Sports via X formerly TwitterBut users on social media pointed out that it was similar to the same shot that AJ landed on Ruiz after flooring him in their 2019 bout. Ruiz took the shot and moments later dropped Joshua himself before setting up a famous upset victory. And fans were quick to point out the similarities in the two incidents.One said: “Same punch that killed Francis Ngannou for a couple mins Andy Ruiz ate like it was a hamburger & caught Joshua w/ his own shot. Boxers have better chins too. Boxing rules the UFC.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother added: “Ruiz got an iron chin.”At the time of Joshua’s KO blow to Ngannou, the ex-UFC champion had already been down twice before. Whereas Ruiz – who later lost the rematch to Joshua – had been floored with a left hook. So fans were quick to defend Ngannou as one argued: “This difference is in perception and reaction time. Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL “Ruiz probably knew it was coming even when he got hit. Ngannou never saw it.”Another hit back: “Absolute rubbish. One was a follow up on a temple shot knockdown that almost finished the fight. Paris Fury looks horrified as Francis Ngannou collapses to floor after he’s brutally knocked out by Anthony Joshua”He was badly hurt before he ate this shot.”Ngannou was KO’d for the first time in his MMA and boxing career but joked he could not even feel the finishing shot. He said: “That was a clean one.“In fact, I didn’t feel the punch. That’s what the knockout is about. I don’t feel any pain.”That’s how I know I was knocked out. It was quite special because it stopped me. It did what Tyson Fury couldn’t do.”Joshua knocked out Ngannou in round twoCredit: Getty More

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    Conor McGregor posts three-word reaction to Anthony Joshua’s savage KO of ex-UFC champ Francis Ngannou

    CONOR McGREGOR posted a three-word reaction to Anthony Joshua’s savage knockout of Francis Ngannou.AJ finished the ex-UFC champion in two rounds following three knockdowns and one final ruthless right hand.Conor McGregor had a three-word reaction to Anthony Joshua’s KO of Francis NgannouCredit: GettyJoshua stopped Ngannou in two roundsCredit: GettyIt sent shockwaves around the boxing and MMA world with McGregor left in awe as he commented on Joshua’s Instagram post. He wrote: “Nah man. Madness.”McGregor, 35, was ringside in October when Ngannou, 37, made his boxing debut against Tyson Fury. And he astonishingly dropped Fury, 35, only to lose a controversial split-decision. READ MORE IN BOXINGBut Joshua, 34, made no mistake in restoring order in the ring with the savage KO, leaving Ngannou’s future in boxing up in the air. Although the heavyweight star insisted his business in boxing is not over yet. Ngannou said: “You can be sure I’m not done here. It was not my day. He was way better than me. “It sucks, but it’s the game. We all know that.”Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Joshua embraced with Ngannou moments after the stunning KO and even urged him to remain in boxing.He said: “You’re an inspiration. ‘You’ll beat a lot of people. Don’t leave boxing. Don’t leave boxing.”Joshua, 34, then added: “If you need anything, let me know, but we’ll speak another time.”Paris Fury looks horrified as Francis Ngannou collapses to floor after he’s brutally knocked out by Anthony Joshua More

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    Sergio Aguero reveals he’s expecting child with stunning model girlfriend, 27, in touching post months after break-up

    SERGIO AGUERO has revealed he is expecting a child with his stunning model girlfriend.The former Manchester City star shared a touching post on social media to announce the news.Sergio Aguero and Sofia Calzetti are having a babyCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiThey shared a post on Instagram confirming their pregnancyCredit: Instagram_@soficalzettiAguero, 35, and Sofi Calzetti confirmed that they are expecting a daughter The post on Instagram showed the couple’s hands holding each other.Next to the hands were two pictures of Sofi’s ultrasound showing the baby in the womb.The post was captioned: “Immense excitement! We’re waiting for you little girl.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey received plenty of congratulations from their followers in the comment section.One posted: “What a joy.”A second wrote: “That’s it! Congratulations to all of you!”A third commented: “Congrats guys!”Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL A fourth said: “Congratulations!!!”Another added: “Congratulations to the both of you.”Sergio Aguero puffs on cigar in Argentina dressing room after hijacking World Cup final celebrationsThe couple have appeared to reconcile after their break-up in September last year.The split happened after a video emerged that allegedly showed Sofi, 27, kissing another man in a nightclub.Aguero had confirmed their separation on his Twitch channel.However, Sofi insisted that she did not kiss another person.Recently, Aguero has broken his silence on claims that he could return to football after his heart scare while playing for Barcelona in 2021.He admitted that he would need to have many more tests if he is to come out of retirement and play for boyhood club Independiente.Aguero’s career by numbersSergio Aguero enjoyed a hugely successful career in which he won 20 titles and scored 427 goals in 756 appearance
    Career honours: Uefa Europa League, Uefa Super Cup, Premier League x 5, FA Cup, Carabao Cup x 6, Community Shield x 3, Fifa Under-20 World Cup x 2, Olympic Gold Medal, Copa America

    Independiente (2002-2006) – 56 games, 23 goals
    Atletico Madrid (2006-2011) – 234 games, 102 goals
    Manchester City (2011-2021) – 390 games, 260 goals
    Barcelona (2021) – 5 games, 1 goal
    Argentina (2006 – 2021) – 101 games, 41 goals

    The couple have appeared to reconcile after breaking up in SeptemberCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiThere was a video that allegedly showed her kissing another manCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiSofia is an Argentine modelCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiSofia has more than 800,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @soficalzettiShe is also a founder of an activewear companyCredit: Instagram @soficalzetti More

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    Boxer Ryan Garcia posts bizarre vid claiming he’s DEAD with ‘throat slit’ as ex Andrea Celina urges fans ‘pray for him’

    BOXER Ryan Garcia has sparked concern among his fans after a bizarre video claiming he is dead was posted on his social media.The disturbing six-second clip was shared on the star’s Instagram and X account and it momentarily shows the figure of a man inside a house.Ryan Garcia is gearing up for a spring showdown with Devin HaneyCredit: GETTYThe 25-year-old has sparked serious concerns after his recent social media postsCredit: GETTYThe strange video was posted on X and InstagramGarcia’s ex-wife Andrea Celina is among those concerned about the boxerCredit: INSTAGRAM@DREACELINAThe clip is accompanied by the alarming caption: ”We got him boys. RYAN GARCIA RIP B***H. 666.”Video is exactly 666 in time. WE TOLD YOU WE WERE COMING.” followed by a series of random letters.It is unclear whether the social media posts were shared by the boxer or someone else.The boxing star’s ex-wife has expressed her fears following the worrying social media post.READ MORE IN BOXINGAndrea Celina has been in contact with the 25-year-old since the harrowing post but said she is still concerned about the father of her two children and urged his fans to pray for him.She wrote on her Instagram story: “‘If all my followers who are believers can you please pray for Ryan.”‘We are not together and I’ve been in contact with him and he may seem fine but he is not.”I know in my heart he is being heavily oppressed.Most read in Boxing”This is not a troll, I’m genuinely concerned and so is all his family members.”We are not part of any of this and want him to get better but this IS REAL. Pray for him.”However, Garcia’s dad, Henry, was quick to respond insisting his son is “trolling” his followers.Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia agree deal for mega-fight in SEVENTH bout between rivals as date and location is revealedHe wrote: “Yes Ryan is ok, he’s just trolling the wrong way.Henry, however, claimed all is not what it seems behind the scenes, adding: “There’s more to it. Trust.”Regardless the bizarre clip sparked concern about the boxer’s well-being with some fans claiming he’s been hacked and others believe he is unwell.MMA fighter Dillon Danis commented on the Instagram post: “I’ll pay for you to get help man feel bad for you.”Another fan said: “Please tell me Ryan is ok…”And one wrote: “Come on Ryan… We need to know your are ok. Ive been jumping on line all day for updates. “From literally the very moment this was posted.. Just something from someone. please.””Hope you’re okay Ryan,” someone else wrote.It comes after the former interim WBC lightweight champion celebrated the birth of his third child – his second with Celina – in January 2024.He gushed over the the arrival of his son on social media, just HOURS before announcing his separation from Celina.In a now-deleted post, he wrote: ” As I step into a new chapter in my life, it’s with a heavy heart to share that Drea and I have decided to divorce.”While this decision marks the end of our marriage, it’s important to emphasize that our relationship as co-parents remains our top priority.’He went on: ‘Throughout our years together, Drea has been an incredible partner and an even more extraordinary mother to our two children.”I’m deeply grateful for the years we shared and for her unwavering commitment to our family.”As we move forward, my focus remains on the health and wellbeing of our two beautiful kids. They are and will always be my first priority.”I’m fully committed to working with Drea to make sure our children’s needs and best interests always guide our path forward.”I believe our mutual devotion to our children is rock solid, and I trust that together we will provide them with the love, support and stability that they need.”READ MORE SUN STORIESGarcia is now dating Australian model Mikaela Testa, who he recently revealed he plans to train for a Misfits boxing match.SunSport have reached out to Garcia’s promoters – Golden Boy Promotions – for comment.If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123.Celina took to Instagram to claim her ex-husband is not wellCredit: INSTAGRAM@DREACELINARyan Garcia’s social media activity has left boxing fans concerned about his well-beingCredit: gettyRyan Garcia’s father, Henry, has claimed his son is just “trolling” with his social media anticsCredit: THE US SUN More