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      Lamine Yamal called out after fans spot what Spain ace did during Portugal Nations League trophy lift

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      LAMINE YAMAL has been called out by some fans for his actions during Portugal’s trophy lift at the Nations League.The Barcelona wonderkid suffered disappointment as Spain were beaten on penalties in the final on Sunday.Lamine Yamal did not clap during Portugal’s celebrationsCredit: GettyHe was spotted walking off and down the tunnelCredit: RedditHe left before Portugal finished the trophy liftCredit: GettyYamal, 17, endured a tough game as he was up against star defender Nuno Mendes.The winger was subbed off by Luis de la Fuente in the 105th minute, denying him the chance to step up in the shootout.Gutted Yamal’s frustration was clear to see during Portugal’s trophy lift.The Spain team could be seen applauding the victors, but Yamal was spotted by fans walking away and not clapping.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLYamal walked off from his team-mates and made his way down the tunnel behind all the photographers snapping the victors.The moment was spotted by fans with some calling out Yamal on social media.One posted: “That’s the Barca way.”A second commented: “He has school tomorrow. Gotta go to bed.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA third wrote: “Nuno Mendes told him that he was grounded.”A fourth said: “He is already becoming a little diva.”I sold Lamine Yamal trading card for life changing amount – my wife doesn’t think it’s a silly hobby nowA fifth joked: “At 18 I would’ve slide tackled someone after the final whistle… people forget he’s just a kidAnother added: “I don’t get why the losing team has to stay to begin with.”Meanwhile, Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo was on the other side of the celebrations as he dropped to his knees at full time.Ronaldo was also the target of a suggestive banner held up by a fan in the stands.The sign left ITV commentators Seb Hutchinson and Andros Townsend stunned as it was shown more than once.The final was overshadowed by the tragic death of a fan in the stands after they fell from one of the upper tiers. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo’s Ballon d’Or rival accused of ‘hate watch fail’ during Nations League final as Portugal beat Spain

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      FRANCK RIBERY felt the wrath of Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo fans at the Nations League final after his recent comments about the Ballon d’Or.The Frenchman hit out at Ronaldo after the 40-year-old had claimed the Ballon d’Or winner should be someone to have won the Champions League.Franck Ribery was trolled by Portugal fans following his latest spat against Cristiano RonaldoCredit: TwitterRibery was accused of a ‘failed hate watch’Credit: TwitterHe was jeered by fans as he watched Ronaldo and Co win the Nations LeagueCredit: TwitterCristiano Ronaldo scored as Portugal lifted the Nations League for the second timeCredit: GettyThe Al-Nassr ace said at a press conference on Saturday: “The individual awards have lost some consensus, I can’t say anything about who should win.”In my opinion, those who stand out and win the Champions League should win.”But there is no consensus. I don’t believe much in individual awards because I know what goes on behind the scenes.”Lamine [Yamal] could win, like [Ousmane] Dembele or Vitinha, other emerging players… but individual awards are irrelevant.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFollowing those comments, Ribery took to social media and posted a thinly-veiled dig at the Portuguese.He said on an Instagram story: “So you NEED to win the Champions League to win the Ballon d’Or?”He accompanied the message with a trio of laughing emojis.The dig came in reference to the 2013 Ballon d’Or rankings. Most read in FootballRibery ranked third that year behind Ronaldo – who scored 66 goals in 56 games – and Lionel Messi despite winning five trophies, including the Champions League, with Bayern Munich.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe 42-year-old called the decision “unfair” in 2022 as he declared he should have won the gong in 2013.However, Ribery’s online row spilled over into real life as he was greeted by jeers from trolling Ronaldo and Portugal fans during an appearance at the Uefa Nations League final on Sunday.ITV commentator stunned by Cristiano Ronaldo banner at Nations League final Ribery was in attendance at the Allianz Arena for the final as Portugal lifted the trophy for a second time by beating Spain on penalties.Ronaldo also scored his nation’s equaliser to make it 2-2 in regulation time, which had also come after his winner in the semi-finals against Germany.The winning crowd made their feelings towards Ribery known as a video went viral showing the former winger in a heated exchange with some fans.He was eventually forced to retreat inside his hospitality box.Fans also ripped into Ribery online as they accused him of having a “live hate watch fail”.One user said: “A failed live hate watch must really hurt lol.”A second said: “Failed hate watch x100.”Another said: “Ribery failed hate watch.”Read More on The SunA fourth added: “I know a failed hate watch when I see one.”The latest edition of the Ballon d’Or is set to have a surprise new winner, with the likes of Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal among the favourites. More

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      ‘I can’t believe they showed that again’ – ITV commentator stunned by Cristiano Ronaldo banner at Nations League final

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      ITV commentators were left stunned after seeing a banner directed at Cristiano Ronaldo at the Nations League final.Portugal claimed their second Nations League crown after beating Spain on penalties on Sunday evening.Cristiano Ronaldo was the subject of a fan’s suggestive bannerCredit: ITVThe fan asked if he could ‘touch’ the superstarCredit: ITVITV commentators Andros Townsend and Seb Hutchinson were left stunnedCredit: xBut it was a supporter’s banner in the stands that caught the attention of ITV commentators Sam Hutchinson and Andros Townsend.In the 87th minute, when Ronaldo went down injured, the cameras panned to the crowd and caught the sign.A Portugal fan could be seen holding up a banner that read “Cristiano, please let me touch you.”The suggestive sign was spotted by the commentators, leaving them stunned.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHutchinson said: “Oh my gosh.”Which prompted the former Premier League star to say: “I can’t believe they showed that again.”Hutchinson replied: “I think we know why.”Townsend then joked: “The director has a very innocent mind”.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe sign clearly left an impression on Hutchinson as a couple of minutes later, it was still on his mind.He added: “I am still laughing at that sign.”New footage shows Cristiano Ronaldo’s wild reaction to Portugal Nations League win as Man Utd star is ‘used as shield’ Despite being subbed off injured, Ronaldo still played his part in the final as he netted the crucial equaliser in the second half.Portugal had already come from behind once in the game as Nuno Mendes cancelled out Martin Zubimendi’s opener.After the match, Ronaldo also revealed that he would be staying at Saudi club Al-Nassr amid links of an exit.Ronaldo joined the Saudi side in 2023 and has been the Pro League’s top scorer for the past two seasons.Fifa president Gianni Infantino had suggested Ronaldo could play in the upcoming Club World Cup.Meanwhile, the final was overshadowed by the tragic death of a fan in the stands. More

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      Nations League final marred by tragedy as spectator dies after falling into tier below during Portugal win over Spain

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      PORTUGAL’s Nations League victory over Spain was marred as a fan died at the match.Tragedy struck as a fan fell from the second tier of the main stand into the seating area below before full-time.A supporter died after a fall at the Nations League finalCredit: GettyThey fell from the second tier in the main standCredit: GettyMedical staff immediately responded to the incident but were unable to save the fan.Uefa confirmed that the supporter sadly passed away after the tragic moment at the Allianz Arena.A statement read: “There was a medical emergency at the Munich arena, and despite the best efforts of the medical team, the person sadly passed away at 00:06 (CET).”Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this difficult time.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe sad news of the death reached the teams as Spain coach Luis de la Fuente addressed it in his press conference.After suffering defeat on the pitch, he sent his sympathies to the family.He said: “I want to express my condolences to the family of a fan who has died.”That has made us realise what is important in life.”Most read in FootballLuis de la Fuente sent his condolencesCredit: EPANuno Mendes said the death ‘casts a pall’ over the winCredit: GettyRoberto Martinez called the incident ‘extremely sad news’Credit: GettyMan of the match Nuno Mendes also spoke about the tragedy when he was interviewed.The Portugal star admitted that the death overshadowed the victory.He added: “I would like to express my condolences to the family of the fan who died.”It casts a pall on our victory today.”While manager Roberto Martinez labelled the death “extremely sad news”.Portugal came out as the winners in Germany after a penalty shootout.Martin Zubimendi netted the opener for Spain before Mendes equalised.Spain retook the lead in the 45th minute through Mikel Oyarzabal, only to be pegged back again as Cristiano Ronaldo levelled the match.Alvaro Morata missed the crucial penalty in the shootout, which allowed Ruben Neves to fire his side to glory. More