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      Newcastle fans take over Covent Garden for second night in wild celebrations after first domestic trophy in 70 years

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      NEWCASTLE fans have taken over Covent Garden for a second consecutive night as they celebrate Carabao Cup success. The Toon Army hit the streets in both the capital and back in the North East following the historic 2-1 win over Liverpool.Newcastle’s 70-year wait for a domestic trophy is finally overCredit: GettyToon supporters down in the capital headed back to Covent Garden for a huge partyCredit: Story Picture AgencyThe party continued long into the night after Toon ended a seven-decade trophy droughtCredit: Story Picture AgencyA topless Newcastle fan climbed a phone box after the matchCredit: PAThousands of fans flocked to St James Park after the final whistle at WembleyCredit: ReutersDan Burn and Alexander Isak were on target for Eddie Howe’s men at the Home of Football.Newcastle survived a late scare after Federico Chiesa netted a consolation in stoppage time. It gave the Toon their first domestic trophy in 70 years. There were scenes of jubilation in the dressing rooms as Burn led the dancing among the players.READ MORE NEWCASTLE NEWSAnd the beer was quickly flowing among supporters as disbelieving fans flocked into central London to celebrate.Fans were seen climbing lampposts and chanting just hours after Gary Neville cheekily called for a “Geordie Bank Holiday”.Supporters who hadn’t been able to get down south gathered around St James Park. Thousands flocked to the ground after the final whistle, with videos going viral of supporters celebrating on Alan Shearer’s statue. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNewcastle fans had travelled down in huge numbers ahead of Sunday’s game.They packed out central areas of the capital on Saturday night, lighting flares and supping up ahead of the big game.’Try getting that lot into work tomorrow’ – Gary Neville tips ‘Geordie Bank Holiday’ as Newcaslte fans celebrate cup winBoss Howe admitted the occasion got the better of him after his team held on to bag a first trophy since 1955.The 47-year-old is the first Englishman since Harry Redknapp in 2008 to lift major silverware.Howe, fighting back tears, said: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. “We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent.”We knew what was at stake today for all of our fans, we wanted to do them proud and win the trophy.”I am so, so pleased with the result and the performance – we deserved to win today.”It was tough when Liverpool scored. I was thinking about extra time, we always make it difficult for ourselves it was never going to be 2-0.”Goal hero Burn is set to join up with England for the first time on Monday.He admitted: “I don’t want to go to sleep because I feel like I am dreaming. READ MORE SUN STORIES”As soon as I headed it, I knew it was in. I don’t get many so at least I saved it for a big occasion. “I feel strange the minute. It is hard to put into words.”Some fans were seen on Alan Shearer’s statue outside St James’ ParkCredit: ReutersDan Burn found the net just days after his first England call-upCredit: Alamy More

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      ‘Try getting that lot into work tomorrow’ – Gary Neville predicts ‘Geordie Bank Holiday’ as Newcastle fans celebrate win

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      GARY NEVILLE is predicting a wild night on Tyneside after Newcastle ended their 70-year trophy drought. The Manchester United legend was on Sky Sports commentary as Toon beat Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.Gary Neville was swept away with the emotion of Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumphCredit: GettyNewcastle ended a 70-year trophy drought as they beat Liverpool at WembleyCredit: ReutersThe Reds netted in stoppage time but it wasn’t enough to retain the trophyCredit: RexNeville admitted to almost being “in tears” with emotional Newcastle fans as Alexander Isak netted the second after the break. Eddie Howe’s men were pegged back in the final stages after Federico Chiesa netted late in stoppage time.But they held on to end seven decades of hurt and win a first domestic trophy since 1955.Speaking directly to pub owners in the North East, Neville said: “If you’re a publican in Newcastle and you usually close on a Sunday, go and get it open.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe then predicted there would be a “Geordie Bank Holiday” after “black and white” bedlam at the Home of Football. Neville added with a laugh: “Try getting that lot into work tomorrow.”The Magpies had lost five Wembley finals in a row since their last triumph in 1955.Howe spoke out before the game that he believed the club was not “cursed” and his players could “make history”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThey dominated from the off at Wembley against an out-of-sorts Liverpool, with Dan Burn netting the opener on the stroke of halftime.Isak doubled the lead just minutes after he’d had a tap-in cruelly ruled out for offside. Iconic London landmark lit up by Newcastle stars in incredible projection show ahead of Carabao Cup finalChiesa’s late effort gave the Toon Army time to fear a late Liverpool revival.But they saw the game out to secure a famous win. Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes told ITV: ” This is the best day of my life.”This is my second home. We are making history. “One day I will leave this club and I want the fans to sing my name like they do Shearer.” More

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      ‘Embarrassing our manager is taking that…’ – Eagle-eyed Chelsea fans fuming after spotting Maresca’s gesture to Timber

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      CHELSEA fans were not impressed with Enzo Maresca after he was “disrespected” by Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber. Blues head coach Maresca, 45, watched his side fall to a disappointing 1-0 defeat at the Emirates. Enzo Maresca and Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber had a bizarre altercation on SundayCredit: GettyTimber was overhead on Sky’s cameras telling the Chelsea boss to ‘try harder’Credit: Sky SportsMaresca was then seen shaking hands with the Arsenal defenderCredit: RexMikel Merino scored the only goal of the game as Arsenal kept their mathematically-possible title hopes alive.The loss leaves Chelsea back in fourth place, five points behind high-flying Nottingham Forest.Maresca and Timber were involved in an incident during the closing stages of the match in North London. The Arsenal full-back was caught on camera leaning in and telling Maresca on the sideline to: “Try harder, try harder.”READ MORE ON CHELSEAMaresca responded with his mouth covered, before Timber cheekily held out his own hand.The Chelsea boss shook it, with play resuming deep into stoppage time on the field.The footage quickly went viral – and some Chelsea fans were not impressed at Maresca’s light-hearted reaction. One fumed on X: “Absolutely embarrassing our manager is taking that.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother said: “Imagine this with any other Chelsea manager ever, oh wait it wouldn’t happen.”While a third commented: “This is so embarrassing man.”Enzo Maresca defends lacklustre Chelsea after Conference League progress A fourth added: “This is not Chelsea we used to know.”And a fifth responded: “Elite manager would have been fuming at this point.”Chelsea suffered a blow in the run-up to kick-off with top scorer Cole Palmer ruled out.The England star was named in Thomas Tuchel’s first Three Lions squad earlier this week.But it remains to be seen if he’ll be fit enough to play in the March internationals after suffering a knock in training.Maresca said: “He had an injury yesterday during the session. READ MORE SUN STORIES”It was a very light session and that’s why we think it’s nothing important. “We still need to wait and we hope he can be back after the international break.” More

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      ‘Should be an immediate DQ’ – Boxing fans can’t believe their eyes as Nick Ball escapes punishment for KICKING opponent

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      BOXING fans were left in disbelief after Nick Ball escaped punishment after KICKING his opponent.Ball was facing off against TJ Doheny for the WBA featherweight title in Liverpool when the crazy incident occurred.Fans were stunned to see Nick Ball not disqualified after he kicked his opponentHis kick on TJ Doheny came after he was locked in a headlockNick Ball went on to successfully defend his WBA featherweight title beltCredit: GettyAt the end of the first round tensions boiled over between the fighters as the bell went off when they were in a corner of the ring.Doheny was up against the ropes when he placed Ball into a headlock.But Ball – who has been likened to Mike Tyson for his explosive style – then responded by literally kicking out at his opponent.Ball’s low kick to Doheny’s leg sent him tumbling to the canvas.READ MORE IN BOXINGReferee Michael Alexander proceeded to reprimand both fighters but did not take any points away from either of them.Fans on social media were stunned at the events which had played out, with one saying: “Should be an immediate DQ for that.”A second said: “He’s very very lucky to not be disqualified here.”A third added: “Nick Ball should of been disqualified for kicking I don’t understand.”Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnother said: “Imagine getting disqualified from a boxing match for hitting a split second after the bell.. but if you kick your opponent you don’t get disqualified. What is wrong with these refs?”A fifth said: “Ball should be disqualified. Kicking has no place in the ring.”All Premier League boxing card teased with Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Wayne Bridge among stars tipped to fightA sixth added: “Sign that boy up to the UFC, he’s wasting his talents in boxing. That was a solid low kick, Doheny had a dead leg lol.”Amid the controversy, Ball went on to defend his world title with a 10th round stoppage victory in front of his adoring home crowd.It was a thoroughly deserved win too, as the 28-year-old battered his rival across the ring after the halfway mark before Doheny’s team threw in the towel.Wrecking Ball’s win moves him to 22-0-1 as a professional, including his title belt win over Raymond Fort last year.The sole blemish on his otherwise perfect record came when contesting the WBC featherweight belt against Rey Vargas which ended in a draw.Ball’s win over Irishman Doheny was his second successful title defence of the belt.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe now has his eyes set on a bout with undisputed super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue.Meanwhile, it was a second successive stoppage loss for 38-year-old Doheny, who will now need to consider whether to hang up his gloves. More

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      ‘True legend’ – Boris Becker leads tributes as German football icon and winner of four Euros Doris Fitschen dies aged 56

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      BORIS BECKER has led the tributes to German football legend Doris Fitschen, who has tragically passed away aged 56.Fitschen, who is one of German sport’s most iconic figures, has sadly lost her battle with cancer. German football legend Doris Fitschen has tragically passed away aged 56Credit: GETTYFitschen passed away following a battle with cancerCredit: RETROCON SPORTS FOOTBALLTennis icon Boris Becker has led the tributes to the late FitschenCredit: GETTYThe midfielder’s passing has rocked the German sports world, with several prominent figures paying their respects on social media.Tennis icon Becker wrote on X: “A true legend in German sports has sadly passed away. “Rest in peace, Doris Fitschen.”Fitschen was one of the most successful players in the history of German football.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSShe won seven Bundesliga titles and six German Cups during her stints with TSV Siegen and Eintracht Frankfurt. And she won a whopping FOUR STRAIGHT Uefa Women’s Championships with Germany, lifting the trophy in 1989, 1991, 1995 and 2001.Fitschen made 114 appearances for her country from 1986 to 2001, scoring 16 goals in the process.Injury forced her to hang up her boots at the end of 2001, aged 32.Most read in FootballEintracht Frankfurt paid a touching tribute to the late Doris Fitschen on XBernd Neuendorf – the President of the German FA – also paid tribute to the late Fitschen, who was regarded by many to be one of Germany’s greatest-ever players.He said: “I am shocked and very sad about Doris’ death.”Our thoughts are with her family, all relatives, and her close friends.”Doris was one of the defining figures in football.”As a player, she was a leader, a strategist, and had a presence, dominance, and aura that others could look up to.”Fitschen’s former club, Eintracht Frankfurt, also put out a heartfelt statement upon learning of her death.It read: “We mourn the loss of a former FFC player and a key figure in German women’s football: Doris Fitschen died yesterday after a long and serious illness at the age of 56″Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones.”READ MORE SUN STORIESBianca Rech – the director of Women’s Football at Bayern Munich – wrote: “It is with great sorrow that I bid farewell to a valued team-mate and an outstanding role model.”Her dedication, professionalism, and tireless commitment on and off the field were always a source of inspiration to all of us.” More

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      ‘Celebrate in style’ – Anthony Elanga’s embarrassing error after Nottingham Forest goal spotted by eagle-eyed fans

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      ANTHONY ELANGA’s latest goal celebration has left fans scratching their heads in confusion. The Nottingham Forest forward, 22, netted twice as this season’s surprise package beat Ipswich 4-2 at Portman Road.Anthony Elanga netted twice as Nottingham Forest saw off IpswichCredit: GettyThe forward baffled fans with his choice of celebrationCredit: GettyElanga’s brace helped Nuno Santo’s side keep up their remarkable form since the turn of the year.Forest sit in the Champions League places and have now won three on the bounce in all competitions. Former Man Utd star Elanga rifled in his side’s second against the relegation-threatened Tractor Boys.He leapt high into the air in celebration, before running towards the Forest away fans.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLElanga was spotted tapping the Adidas logo on his shirt rather than the Forest badge.Fans were quick to pick up on the celebration, with many torn on whether it was intentional or an error. One fan laughed in response: “Now me and the Mrs are asking why Elanga is pointing to his adidas badge in pride.”Another said: “Assuming this was a mistake and not some weird sponsorship-related version of kissing the badge?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile a third added: “Elanga pointing to the adidas badge after his first goal was hilarious.”And a fourth joked: “Maybe he’s a childhood Adidas fan?”Newcastle fans fume at Nuno Espirito Santo after spotting what Nottingham Forest manager did at end of 4-3 thrillerForest’s win proved even more vital as Manchester City dropped points at home to Brighton.Pep Guardiola’s men twice let a lead slip in the 2-2 draw.That leaves Santo’s side with a six-point cushion to the reigning champions back in fifth.Nikola Milenkovic put Forest ahead with a fierce finish from inside the box at Portman Road.Elanga doubled the lead shortly after, before adding a third just before the break.READ MORE SUN STORIESIpswich put up more of a fight in the second half, with the home side threatening an unlikely comeback.But after Jens Cajuste’s strike, Jota Silva made the points secure for high-flying Forest. More

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      ‘Should be on every F1 track’ – Eagle-eyed fans ecstatic after spotting subtle change to iconic Australia GP track

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      EAGLE-EYED Formula One fans were elated to discover a subtle change to the Australia Grand Prix circuit.F1 fans have flocked to Albert Park in Melbourne for the season opener to watch their heroes get back behind the wheel.F1 fans have gone crazy after spotting a subtle change to the Australia GPCredit: TikTok/mattamysIt is a subtle but impactful change designed to improve fan visibilityCredit: TikTok/mattamysPainting the fence black is a similar hack used for chicken wireCredit: TikTok/mattamysFans will be able to see the race better due to the fence seemingly blending more into the backgroundCredit: TikTok/mattamysIn 2024 more than 125,000 fans attended the Grand Prix weekend, with practice sessions at this year’s event surpassing the records set last year.But the lucky few fans who got tickets to go and watch F1 on the start-finish straight will benefit from a small but impactful change made to the iconic circuit.Fans in the grandstands are usually protected from potential crashes by a grey fence around the track.However, this year that fence has been painted a more striking tone of black.READ MORE IN F1The change was pointed out by TikToker Mattamys – who has nearly 5,000 followers on the social media platform – and was the “first thing” he noticed upon arrival.The new colour scheme will help fan visibility by blending in more with the background.It is a common trick used with chicken wire to help improve aesthetics and give a sense of invisibility to them.Reacting to the change, one fan on social media said: “That should be on every F1 track.”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA second said: “Really good for photography.”A third said: “And it looks so much better.”‘Shock to the system’ – Lewis Hamilton makes surprise admission about progress in Ferrari car ahead of wet Australian GPAnother said: “Great for photos and also visibility, good idea.”It is unclear whether this change will extend to other circuits around the calendar.However, the change has not been extended to the full track, with only the start-finish straight having the change made.Other changes on track were also made to this year’s race after George Russell and Alex Albon suffered horrifying crashes last season.F1 Australia results1. Lando Norris (McLaren)2. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)3. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)4. George Russell (Mercedes)5. Yuki Tsunoda (Racing Bulls)6. Alex Albon (Williams)7. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)8. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)9. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)10. Carlos Sainz (Williams)11. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls)12. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)13. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)14. Jack Doohan (Alpine)15. Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber)16. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)17. Nico Hulkenberg (Sauber)18. Liam Lawson (Red Bull)19. Esteban Ocon (Haas)20. Oliver Bearman (Haas)The changes have come at Turns 6 and 7.The first change has seen the barrier moved and angled differently to stop a car bouncing back into the track.Sections of the kerbing have been slightly flattened to reduce the risk of potential instability caused by the bumps.Meanwhile, adjustments have also been made to the gravel traps by bringing them closer to the kerbs.READ MORE SUN STORIESLando Norris took pole ahead of home favourite Oscar Piastri as McLaren secured a front-row lockout during qualifying.Max Verstappen managed P3 with George Russell P4, while Lewis Hamilton qualified down in P8 as he admitted he has a “big learning curve” to go through this weekend on his Ferrari debut. More

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      Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny weigh-in descends into chaos with security pulling pair apart

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      NICK BALL almost came to blows with opponent TJ Doheny during a heated final face-off.The Liverpudlian went eye-to-eye with the former IBF super-bantamweight champion during the weigh-ins for their featherweight showdown on Saturday night.Nick Ball defence his WBA featherweight title against TJ Doheny on Saturday nightCredit: LEGHT DAWNEYThe pair took part in a tense final stardownCredit: LEGHT DAWNEYSecurity had to stop the 126-pounders from prematurely trading blowsCredit: LEGHT DAWNEYAnd they could very well have prematurely traded blows had it not been for the intervention of security.Tensions rose between the pair as a fired-up Doheny fired verbal jabs the way of WBA 126lbs titleholder.Ball wasn’t in the mood to let the Irishman have the final word, saying: “You’re not ready”, before they continued to trade verbal barbs.Doheny took things to the next level by pushing Ball on the shoulder his WBA strap was draped over.READ MORE BOXING NEWSBall didn’t take too kindly to the challenger’s antics, returning the favour.Doheny, 38, fumed at the physical response and made a beeline for the champion before being held back by security.Footage of the incident went viral on social media and received a slew of comments from boxing fans, one of whom wrote on X: “The speaker always ends badly.”Another said: “Circus.”Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSTJ Doheny initially missed championship weight but eventually hit the 126lbs markCredit: LEIGH DAWNEYAnd another said: “First time seeing Nick Ball actually getting p****d off.”One remarked: “Exciting showdown.” Another chimed in: “Sell it.”Nick Ball is the British world champ likened to Mike Tyson tipped to fight pound-for-pound KO king Naoya InoueThe fight was briefly in doubt when Doheny missed the featherweight title limit, coming in an ounce over the 126lbs mark.But the Irishman returned to the scales an hour later bang on weight.Ball claimed the WBA’s featherweight throne last June with a decision victory over Raymond Ford in Saudi Arabia.And ‘The Wrecking Ball’ made his maiden defence of the belt the following October, stopping Ronny Rios in the tenth round of their Merseyside melee. More