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      ‘Good way to find out’ – Championship star sees he’s been released on INSTAGRAM before sending snide message to club

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      KIAN BEST took a swipe at Preston North End after apparently finding out he was released by his boyhood club via Instagram.Best, 19, spent his entire career at Preston after joining the Championship outfit’s academy at a very young age and signed a scholarship deal in 2021 before going pro two years later.Kian Best was released from Preston North EndBest suggested he found out about his release on social mediaDespite a promising start, the left-back found opportunities hard to come by at Deepdale and was ultimately loaned out to Bohemians in the League of Ireland Premier Division in January.That spelled the end of his long stint with the Lilywhites, who announced the ex-England Under-19 international’s release on Saturday.Preston issued a post on social media, along with a slideshow of players who are set to leave. It read: “We’d like to wish the players leaving us this summer the very best of luck for the future.”It included an image of Best with the following caption: “Thank you Besty”.Read More on FootballThe full-back then immediately took to social media where he shared a screenshot of Preston’s announcement and suggested he wasn’t informed about his release before the attached post was published. Best issued the following story: “Good way to find out through Instagram.”The youngster appears to have since deleted his post on social media.SunSport have approached Preston for comment.Most read in ChampionshipBest’s contract was due to expire at the end of the season and the player reportedly held no discussions with the club over an extension.Preston also announced the release of Freddie Woodman, Emil Riis, Patrick Bauer and Ryan Ledson, whose partner is a soap star.Kian Taylor was also included in the released section. More

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      Stamford Bridge erupts in brawls as Chelsea launch probe into ‘most serious breach of stadium security in recent memory’

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      CHELSEA have launched a probe after hundreds of away fans infiltrated the home end for Thursday’s Conference League match.Supporters of Swedish side Djurgarden were able to buy tickets in almost every section of Stamford Bridge for the semi-final second leg.Djurgarden fans packed into every section of the Stamford Bridge during the Conference League second legCredit: GettyFans were seen climbing the barriers between themCredit: GettyFans were seen clashing in the standsCredit: XFans from both sides came to blows during the gameCredit: XChelsea Supporters Trust called it a ‘serious security breach’Credit: XCops and stewards had to intervene to keep the peaceCredit: AlamyPolice have confirmed a number of arrests were madeCredit: AlamyCops and stewards had to intervene to keep the peace during the game, which Chelsea won 1-0.Chelsea claim to be cracking down on illegal ticket sales and are going digital with seat allocation from next season in a bid to beat the touts.The visiting supporters made no attempt to remain anonymous and sang loudly throughout the 90-minute match.Footage from inside the ground on the night shows one section of Stamford Bridge being completely taken over by visiting fans, which saw Chelsea release an update during the game and relocate fans in the impacted areas.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan captured a video showing fans clashing in the Matthew Harding Stand of the stadium during the match, with another showing fans brawling in the West Stand concourse at half-time.The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust released a damning statement following the game and asked fans to come forwards to present evidence for an formal investigation.The statement said: “During Thursday’s UEFA Conference League vs. Djurgården, a huge number of away supporters were able to infiltrate large areas of the home end.”This is the most serious breach of stadium security in recent memory, and it significantly undermines any security protocols Chelsea FC put in place ahead of the fixture.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge”As a result, the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust will formally write a letter of complaint to Chelsea FC’s COO and Head of Security. “We will call for a formal investigation by the club into the ticket sales process and Chelsea FC’s security response during the match.Chaos at Stamford Bridge as Djurgarden fans jump over barriers and clash in away end against Chelsea”The findings of this investigation and any subsequent recommendations must be made available to supporters.”The CST invites all supporters who attended the fixture on Thursday to submit written, photographic, and video evidence they captured during the fixture.”The CST will then collate this evidence and then submit it to Chelsea FC.”A Chelsea statement read: “We will be reviewing all ticketing arrangements following this evening’s match and commit to implementing all necessary changes following this review. “We will also share all our findings with the Fan Advisory Board.”Large numbers of police were on duty as they were in the previous round when the notorious Legia Warsaw ultras also gained entry into home sections of the ground.Chelsea’s own chairman Todd Boehly owns a stake in US-based Vivid Seats which is an unauthorised ticket resale site.A Met Police spokesperson said: ‘Officers were deployed to support stewards at Stamford Bridge last night after a number of away fans were identified in home stands. “The fans had purchased tickets but not for the appropriate part of the ground.“A number of away fans who had found themselves in the home stands climbed into the designated away stand where they remained without incident.Read More on The Sun“Where away fans remained in home areas, officers and stewards provided a visible presence to ensure any incidents or altercations could be dealt with.“While there were six arrests outside the ground for various offences including assault and possession of drugs, there were no arrests within the ground.” Chelsea ratings vs Djurgarden as Dewsbury-Hall makes most of rare start but Sancho should have done betterCHELSEA coasted their way into the Conference League final thanks to Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s first-half finish.Enzo Maresca’s men had done the difficult work last week with a thumping first-leg win.But Dewsbury-Hall gave the home fans something to cheer about with a smart finish.Tyrique George fed the midfielder, who cut inside Djurgarden defender Miro Tenho before slotting home.From there, Chelsea were going through the motions – and no wonder given how poor their Swedish visitors were.Here’s how SunSport’s Jack Rosser rated the Chelsea stars… More

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      Liverpool fans convinced one star is ‘starting on Sunday’ after hearing new Pope say his name in Vatican speech

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      LIVERPOOL fans are convinced that Federico Chiesa is set for a rare start on Sunday after hearing his name in the new Pope’s speech.Cardinal Robert Prevost from the US was named as the successor to Pope Francis and will take the name Pope Leo XIV.Pope Leo XIV made his first address after being anointedCredit: Shutterstock EditorialHe said ‘Chiesa’ several times during his speechCredit: APFans are convinced that Federico Chiesa could start for Liverpool on SundayCredit: AlamyLeo XIV was elected the 267th pontiff and previously served as Bishop of Chiclayo in Peru.He made his first address from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica as he paid tribute to his predecessor.During the speech made in Italian, he said “Chiesa” multiple times, meaning “church”.And Liverpool fans have taken it as a sign that Chiesa is set to start against Arsenal on Sunday.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLeo XIV said “Chiesa” seven times, which happens to be two more than Premier League appearances the former Juventus star has made this season.One posted: “POPE KEEPS SAYING CHIESA, HE’S STARTING ON SUNDAY.”A second wrote: “New Pope stood up there talking about Chiesa. Presumably urging Slot to give him more playing time.”A third commented: “Thoughts on the Pope mentioning Chiesa a few times? Reckon the Vatican will chuck a cheeky bid for him in the summer window?”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA fourth said: “New pope LOVES Chiesa. Said his name about seven times. Also heard Totti a few times. Knows ball.”Another added: “Federico Chiesa was mentioned in the new Pope’s speech more times than he has Liverpool appearances.”Robert Prevost becomes first ever American Pope after secret two-day ConclaveChiesa joined the club last summer in a £12.5million deal from Juventus but has failed to establish himself.He has only made five appearances in the Premier League and has failed to score or assist a single goal.He scored in the FA Cup against Accrington Stanley and the League Cup final against Newcastle.Liverpool take on Arsenal at Anfield, having already wrapped up the Premier League title.The Reds sealed their 20th league title in their win over Tottenham Hotspur in April.However, it has not been all good news following the success in England’s top-flight.Last week, they lost 3-1 at Stamford Bridge to Chelsea as their guard of honour was spoiled.Read More on The SunStar defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has confirmed he will be walking away from the club at the end of the season.The England international’s contract is set to expire and he is expected to join Real Madrid. More

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      Chaos at Stamford Bridge as Djurgarden fans jump over barriers and clash in away end against Chelsea

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      CHELSEA’S Europa Conference League clash with Djurgarden descended into chaos even BEFORE the match as fans of the Swedish club scaled the barriers to join their fellow travelling supporters.Scores of Djurgarden fans made the trip from Sweden for the second leg of their semi-final tie at Stamford Bridge.Chelsea welcomed Djugardens IF to Stamford Bridge for the second leg of the Europa Conference League semi-final on ThursdayCredit: GettyDjurgarden fans turned up in their droves for the match at Stamford BridgeCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKScores of them had tickets in the away end but scaled the barrier to join their fellow supporters in the away endCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKA handful of Djurgarden fans ended up confronting the policeCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKSome desperate fans of the Swedish team had to make do with tickets in the home end.And scores of them stunningly leapt over the barriers between themselves and their fellow supporters after discovering the club seemingly hadn’t sold its entire allocation.Fans could be seen ignoring stewards’ warnings and scaling the barriers to sit in the away end.Footage of Djugarden fans storming the away end went viral.READ MORE ON CHELSEAChelsea later released a statement, saying: “At the start of this evening’s #UECL match, Chelsea FC were aware some away fans gained access to areas of the stadium in violation of our ticketing policy.””The Chelsea supporters sitting in the immediate areas impacted were relocated, with additional security and police deployed.”One viewer said: “This is actually jokes.”Another said: “The fact they somehow managed to get home tickets for a European semi-final is very embarrassing.”Most read in FootballStewards couldn’t contain the Djurgarden fans who rushed the barrierCredit: GETTYAnd another said: ” I don’t think this is allowed. They should be sitting in their allocated seats in the away end.”One remarked: “Eject them.”Chelsea star Cole Palmer explains how 100 versions of himself would beat one gorillaDjurgarden travelled to Stamford Bridge with an absolute mountain to climb following a 4-1 defeat in the first leg last Thursday.And the tie was put beyond them in the 38th minute when Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall struck to put the West Londoners into a 5-1 aggregate lead.The Blues will play Real Betis in the final on May 28 after an Antony-inspired victory over Fiorentina.Chelsea ratings vs Djurgarden as Dewsbury-Hall makes most of rare start but Sancho should have done betterCHELSEA coasted their way into the Conference League final thanks to Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s first-half finish.Enzo Maresca’s men had done the difficult work last week with a thumping first-leg win.But Dewsbury-Hall gave the home fans something to cheer about with a smart finish.Tyrique George fed the midfielder, who cut inside Djurgarden defender Miro Tenho before slotting home.From there, Chelsea were going through the motions – and no wonder given how poor their Swedish visitors were.Here’s how SunSport’s Jack Rosser rated the Chelsea stars… More

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      ‘Best I’ve felt’ – Tommy Fury shows off shredded body ahead of birthday boxing fight on same card as his brother

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      TOMMY FURY showed off his shredded physique as he celebrated his birthday.The boxer posted a snap on social media looking ripped as he stood in a lift without a shirt on.Tommy Fury showed off his shredded physique on InstagramCredit: Instagram @tommyfuryFury, 26, heads back into the ring on Friday night for the first time since October 2023.His last fight came against YouTuber KSI at the AO Arena in Manchester, which he won.He is now expected to lace up his gloves against Bosnian cruiserweight Kenan Hanjalic in Budapest, Hungary.Ahead of the showdown, he celebrated his 26th birthday with a post on Instagram.READ MORE ON SPORTFury looked in incredible shape in the picture, wearing just a pair of shorts.He suggested that his training camp has been a success and that he is “feeling the best”.He wrote: “26 years young today.”In the thick of a training camp but feeling the best I’ve felt in a long time.”Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFury’s 5.2million followers were left impressed with the snap as they flooded the comment section.One posted: “Looking great.”Tommy Fury turned down HUGE offer to fight Jake PaulFury’s last fight was against KSI – which he wonCredit: ReutersA second commented: “Unbelievable condition.”A third wrote: “You shredded up quick bro.”A fourth said: “Looking incredibly ready on the outside and inside.”Another added: “You look amazing.”Fury will be fighting on the same card as his brother, Roman Fury.Roman, 28, will be stepping into the ring for the fifth time in his career to take on Josip Pehar in a heavyweight clash.Meanwhile, Fury has insisted that 2025 has been the best year of his life.Who is on the Tommy Fury vs Kenan Hanjalic undercard?Here is a look at the fights on the undercard…Tommy Fury vs Kenan Hanjalic – cruiserweightRoman Fury vs Josip Pehar – heavyweightShokhjakhon Abdullaev vs Irakli Alanidze – cruiserweightValentin Koloszar vs Alexandru Ionita – featherweight More

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      ‘Next Season FC’ – Rival fans brutally mock Arsenal after they go trophyless again following Champions League KO to PSG

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      ARSENAL were trolled by rival fans after their heartbreaking Champions League elimination in the semi-finals.The Gunners lost 2-1 to Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday at Parc des Princes and went out with an aggregate score of 3-1.Arsenal were eliminated from the Champions League by Paris Saint-GermainRival fans trolled Arsenal on social mediaArsenal are now five years without a trophyArsenal failed to finally win their first ever Champions League trophyArsenal were trolled for sometimes focusing on next seasonThis marks the North Londoners’ fifth year without a major trophy despite their stunning transformation under manager Mikel Arteta, who took over in 2019.That led to some opposing fans poking fun at the Premier League giants across social media after they failed to finally win their first ever Champions League title.Most of them played out a similar joke that mocked Arsenal’s focus on next season.Manchester United legend Patrice Evra made that running gag famous in a past interview when he compared the London outfit to Netflix.Read More on ArsenalEvra said: “Watching Arsenal is [like] watching Netflix. You always wait for the next season. Every season is going to be like that.”And thus, Arsenal’s rivals shared a raft of memes based on the France great’s quip.One fan shared a snap of a rusty camera and included the following caption: “The camera that captured Arsenal’s last major trophy.”Another drew an “Arsenal cycle” which read: “We’re going to win the Premier League – Yeah, it’s lonely at the top – Bottled everything – We go again next season.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesThis fan wrote: “NextSeasonFC, We Tried FC, Netflix FC.”And that one joked: “We’ll Come Back Next Season FC.”Mikel Arteta’s claim that PSG bench told him Arsenal were the better team over two legsArsenal will now be looking to seal second place in the Premier League, while PSG will take on Inter Milan in the Champions League final. More

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      Rio Ferdinand in hospital and forced to miss TNT Sports coverage of PSG vs Arsenal as he posts picture from bed

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      RIO FERDINAND revealed he would miss last night’s Champions League semi-final after posting a picture from his hospital bed.The former Manchester United star would have been on duty for TNT Sports for Arsenal’s trip to Paris.Rio Ferdinand missed last night’s Champions League coverage on TNT SportsCredit: AlamyFerdinand revealed on X that he was in hospitalCredit: https://x.com/rioferdy5Ferdinand was seen with a band around his wrist in the photo.Ferdinand captioned his post: “Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!””Wishing the team all the best — I’ll be watching every minute from the iPad!”TNT Sports replied to the post by saying: “Get well soon, Rio.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSunSport understands his condition is not serious.The 46-year-old is a regular feature on TNT Sports’ coverage of European football, whether on commentary or in the studio as an analyst.He is often a key part of the broadcaster’s commentary team, appearing alongside fellow pundit Ally McCoist and commentator Darren Fletcher.Ferdinand usually appears on TNT’s coverage of Man Utd games, including his former club’s stunning quarter-final win against Lyon at Old Trafford last month.Most read in FootballThey will be on TNT tonight in the second leg of their semi-final against Athletic Bilbao.Well wishers took to social media to send kind messages to the former England defender.One person said: “Get well soon Rio.”Rio Ferdinand calls out Roy Keane and Gary Neville’s takes on Man Utd vs Man City A second said: “Get well soon legend.”A third added: “Good recovery man. Take care.”Another said: “Quick recovery.”Arsenal were losing the semi-final 1-0 on aggregate after the first-leg defeat courtesy of Ousmane Dembele’s goal.And even though they were unable to turn it around, losing 2-1 in Paris and 3-1 overall, Mikel Arteta insisted his team were the best side in the competition.Mikel Arteta says Declan Rice and his Arsenal team can make history tonightCredit: Getty More

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      Inter Milan fans desperately fight to get back into San Siro after LEAVING at 3-2 down… missing famous semi-final win

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      INTER MILAN fans pleaded to be let back into the San Siro – after leaving while Barcelona were winning and before their incredible comeback.Some dejected supporters walked out with Inter trailing 3-2 – and 6-5 on aggregate – deep into stoppage time in the Champions League semi-final.Davide Frattesi sealed Inter’s 4-3 win in extra time after they trailed 3-2 deep into added time of the regulation 90 minutesCredit: ReutersFans rushed to try to persuade staff to let them back inBut 37-year-old centre-back Francesco Acerbi netted his first ever goal in Europe’s top club competition to take a momentous tie into extra time.That left those home fans who had already streamed out now feeling dejected for a totally different reason.They were seen desperately running back to the entrance, while others were caught on camera trying to persuade staff to let them through.One female employee on a door shook her head as a group of supporters appeared to beg her to help them get in.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSub Davide Frattesi went on to fire Inter’s clincher in the added half-hour.The Italians’ 4-3 victory on the night put them through 7-6 overall – the joint highest aggregate scorer EVER in a Champions League semi-final.Barcelona had trailed 2-0 in the 3-3 first-leg draw.And they suffered the same fate at the San Siro in an astonishing contest packed with brilliant attacking from both sides.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThis time Lautaro Martinez’s 21st-minute opener and a penalty from Hakan Calhanoglu left Inter 5-3 up on aggregate.But Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo levelled it up for Barca soon after the break before Raphinha put the Spanish giants 3-2 up on 87 minutes.Injured Barcelona star fails to go incognito as he takes budget flight with fans to Champions League semi-final vs InterThat sparked a batch of departures from Inter supporters.But Acerbi – who was caught up in a “spitting” row just before half time – sent home an equaliser three minutes into injury time – sparking sudden attempts at a comeback of their own from fans who had walked out just moments before.Frattesi then exchanged passes to slot home the decisive goal on 99 minutes.That led to more amazing scenes – but on this occasion it was wild celebrating on and off the pitch, rather than frantic behaviour around the entrances.Inter will now face either Paris Saint-Germain or Arsenal in the final in Munich on May 31 – after ending Barcelona’s Treble dream.And most fans had little sympathy for the early leavers who missed the party.TNT Sports posted a clip of the supporters trying to return, calling it “crazy”.TNT added: “The Italian team equalized in the last seconds and these people were unable to return to watch extra time!”One viewer told the fans: “Well done. If you are a truly passionate fan of your club, you NEVER leave the stadium before the final whistle, regardless of the score or situation, you have to believe until the end.”Read More on The SunAnother posted: “What they will regret about not being at the stadium at this historic moment is no joke.”A third added: “Well done, until the final whistle damn it.” Barcelona looked like they were going through after Raphinha put them 3-2 up in the 87th minuteCredit: Getty More