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      Fans all say same thing at Jude Bellingham’s incredible reaction to Theo Hernandez NOT being sent off for brutal shove

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM summed up the thoughts of a nation as France’s Theo Hernandez escaped a red card against England. The left-back shoved Chelsea’s Mason Mount with the reigning champions 2-1 up in Qatar.
      Theo Hernandez fouls Mason MountCredit: Getty
      Jude Bellingham was shocked with referee Wilton SampaioCredit: Reuters
      And amazingly referee Wilton Sampaio waved off England’s initial penalty protests.
      After a VAR check, Sampaio then went over to the monitor and awarded a penalty after a second look.
      But the official had no interest in sending Hernandez off – leaving Bellingham stunned.
      The midfielder clearly believed Mount was denied a goalscoring opportunity – and so did many online.
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      One said: “That’s a red card, it’s shocking Bellingham has to teach the ref his job.”
      Another said: “Bellingham’s reaction is all of us. That’s a red card.”
      One added: “As Bellingham is asking, how is that that not a red?
      “The rule is ‘no clear intention to play the ball as a last man, is a straight red card’.”
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      Another added: “Bellingham is correct, last defender on a goal-scoring opportunity and should be a red.”
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      Hernandez was eventually given a booking while England and Harry Kane had a nervous wait for the spot kick.
      Kane had levelled from the spot earlier in the second half but on his second attempt he blazed over the bar.
      England failed to pull one back again and were dumped out of the World Cup in the quarter-final stages.
      Jude Bellingham of England consoles Harry KaneCredit: Getty More

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      Watch England fans go wild at Josh Warrington fight as they watch Three Lions score against France in World Cup

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      ENGLAND fans went wild inside the First Direct Arena in Leeds after Harry Kane’s equaliser against France. Ahead of Josh Warrington’s IBF featherweight world title defence, the boxing was paused for supporters to watch the game.
      Fans went wild inside the First Direct Arena in Leeds after Harry Kane’s equaliser
      And it led to incredible scenes when Kane levelled from the spot in the second half.
      Footage showed fans going mental from their seats as the England skipper fired past Tottenham team-mate Hugo Lloris.
      Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions went behind after Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni put the reigning champions ahead on 17 minutes.
      But England fightback was rewarded when a good phase of play saw Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka brought down, giving Kane the chance to level.
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      England fought hard to go ahead but former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud headed France 2-1 ahead leaving hearts in mouths.
      The heartache intensified when England were rewarded a second penalty, after Theo Hernandez brought down Mason Mount.
      But this time Kane blazed over the bar, squandering England’s chances of levelling again.
      Marcus Rashford was inches away from scoring a late free-kick but his effort sailed over the bar.
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      The final whistle soon followed, dumping England out of the World Cup in the quarter-final stages.
      For the fans inside the arena in Leeds, they turned their attention to hometown hero Warrington.
      He puts his belt on the line against Mexican challenger Luis Alberto Lopez.
      Josh Warrington ahead of his fight with Luis Alberto LopezCredit: Dave Thompson Matchroom Boxing More

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      England vs France World Cup referee’s Wikipedia page changed as fans rage over Saka treatment and Kane penalty decision

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      WILTON SAMPAIO’s Wikipedia page has been changed by pranksters following his first half performance in England’s game against France.The Brazilian referee was heavily involved as the holders had several decisions go in their favour.
      Harry Kane looked to have been denied a penaltyCredit: Rex
      The French defender looked to catch his leg inside the boxCredit: Rex
      But their lead came in controversial circumstances.
      That’s because moments before the Real Madrid midfielder beat Jordan Pickford from distance, Bukayo Saka appeared to have been fouled up the other end.
      Despite a lengthy VAR wait, the goal was given.
      But there was more controversy later into the half as England were denied a penalty.
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      Dayot Upamecano looked to have committed a clear foul on Harry Kane.
      VAR was once again needed, but the decision went against Gareth Southgate’s side.
      England players were visibly frustrated at half-time, with several players running to Sampaio once he blew up.
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      But it wasn’t just the players that were angry as supporters vented on social media.
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      And almost immediately, the Brazilian’s Wikipedia was changed.
      A cheeky fan wrote: “Wilton Pereira Sampaio is a French fan and a Brazilian football referee.
      “He is currently under investigation for falsely not awarding a penalty to England after Harry Kane was assaulted.” More

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      ‘He should be more generous’ – Roy Keane teases Jordan Henderson for making him pay for breakfast when they last met up

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      ROY KEANE has jokingly told Jordan Henderson he needs to “be a bit more generous” after he lumped the Irishman with a breakfast bill.The Manchester United legend was manager at Sunderland when the 32-year-old midfielder was coming through his hometown club’s academy into the first-team.
      Roy Keane has jokingly had a pop at England star HendersonCredit: Twitter @itvfootball
      Jordan Henderson recently met the Irishman for breakfast but left him to foot the billCredit: Getty
      Keane left Sunderland in 2008 while Henderson went to earn rave reviews with the Black Cats before his big-money move to Liverpool in 2011.
      Despite the pair not working together since, Keane and Henderson have apparently continued their friendship.
      And ahead of England’s crunch World Cup quarter-final with France, Keane revealed that he had recently met-up with the Anfield skipper.
      However, he teased the North East ace for leaving him to pay for the grub.
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      Speaking on ITV, Keane said: “I’ve always liked Jordan, always liked him as a kid and he’s a pretty humble guy.
      “Saying that, I did meet him a few months ago for breakfast and I had to pay.
      “He should be a bit more generous.”
      Meanwhile, Henderson is now one-half of England’s new bromance.
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      He and Jude Bellingham, the midfielder who has shone so far in Qatar, have become unlikely pals.
      The Borussia Dortmund man has been praised for his maturity, on and off the field, but he also respects his elders.
      And after the pair of them drove England to victory against Senegal, he demanded that everyone else recognise Henderson’s contribution.
      Bellingham tweeted four photos of him setting up and celebrating the Liverpool captain’s opening goal with him, with the caption: “Put some respect on his name.” More

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      Fans are all saying the same thing as Mbappe chats to Lloris before Kane’s penalty in England’s clash against France

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      FOOTBALL fans were left baffled by Kylian Mbappe’s pep talk with Hugo Lloris ahead of Harry Kane’s first penalty against France.The France superstar chatted to his goalkeeper as Kane prepared to step up from 12 yards.
      Kylian Mbappe talks to Hugo Lloris before Harry Kane’s first penalty against FranceCredit: Getty
      Hugo Lloris chatted to Kylian Mbappe just before the penaltyCredit: Getty
      Harry Kane was unfazed and made no mistake from the penalty spotCredit: AP
      Fans felt Mbappe must have tried to offer his goalkeeper some last-minute advice, despite Lloris being Kane’s team-mate at Tottenham.
      It made no difference as Kane stepped up to blast the ball past Lloris and draw England level.
      Supporters were baffled why Mbappe felt the need to dish out advice to the keeper.
      One fan said: “Mbappé wants to give advice to Lloris who has been playing with Kane for 10 years he is MARBLED.”

      Another added: “Nah why did Mbappe go up to Lloris to give him advice as if he doesn’t train with Kane everyday🤣.”
      And a third said: “Mbappe walking over to Lloris like Hugo doesn’t train with Kane day in day out. Move man.”

      Mbappe decided not to speak to Lloris ahead of Kane’s second penalty.
      But he was quick to congratulate the shot-stopper after Kane blazed his spot-kick over the bar before England crashed out 2-1.
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      Why does England star Bukayo Saka cut holes in his socks and who else is doing this at the 2022 World Cup?

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      ENGLAND talisman Bukayo Saka is most dangerous when he cuts inside on to his left foot – but he seems to enjoy cutting holes in his socks too.Eagle eyed fans spotted the holes in Saka’s socks during England’s World Cup campaign – including their battle with France.
      Bukayo Saka is in action for England at the World Cup in QatarCredit: Getty
      The Arsenal star has been on form so far this tournament, netting twice against IranCredit: Getty
      The Three Lions have four points from two group stage matchesCredit: Getty
      Fans noticed holes in the back of Bukayo Saka’s socksCredit: AP
      The winger is donning the look at the 2022 World CupCredit: Rex
      And the talented youngster did the same thing in England’s 0-0 draw with the USA at the World Cup.
      But what is the reason behind this strange trend?
      Why does Bukayo Saka cut holes in his socks?
      Arsenal youngster Saka bores holes in his socks to avoid injury to his bulging calves during a match.
      The holes allows the tension in their legs to be released, which helps to prevent them from picking up muscle problems or cramp.
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      Socks can prove to be restrictive causing difficulties with effective blood flow and circulation.
      Which is why a lot of footballers have jumped on this particular bandwagon.
      Who else cuts holes in their socks?
      England full-back Kyle Walker was first spotted with holes in his socks during Manchester City’s 2018 Champions League defeat to Liverpool.
      Kyle Walker also bores holes in his socks on certain occasionsCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Former West Ham defender Arthur Masuaku used to also bore holes in his socks to prevent calf injuries.
      Whilst Gareth Bale took the crazy trend overseas during his tenure with Spanish giants Real Madrid, and does this for Wales during the World Cup.

      Can footballers get in trouble for cutting holes in their socks?
      Ex-Valencia star Ezequiel Garay was once forced to change his socks for a fresh pair after the referee deemed that he was not following the sporting dress code.
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      Harry Kane equals Wayne Rooney’s record for most England goals with thumping penalty in World Cup quarter-final v France

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      HARRY KANE made history as he equalled Wayne Rooney’s England goalscoring record.Captain Kane stepped up to convert a penalty during England’s World Cup quarter-final clash against France.
      Harry Kane celebrates after scoring against FranceCredit: Reuters
      With his goal Kane has equalled Wayne Rooney’s record of 53 England goalsCredit: Getty

      It means his Three Lions goal tally now stands at 53 goals – level with former Manchester United striker Rooney.
      However, while Rooney achieved the feat in 120 games, Kane has done it in just 80 caps.
      Kane was the top goalscorer at the 2018 World Cup with six goals.
      And while he has only scored twice so far in Qatar, he currently leads the charts for assists (3).
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      England went 1-0 down thanks to a stunning first half strike from Aurelien Tchouameni.
      But after some lovely build up play Bukayo Saka was able to jink inside and draw a foul from Tchouameni inside the area.
      Kane subsequently stepped up and smashed home the equaliser.
      However, despite England dominating in the second half, France went again through Olivier Giroud.
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      Harry Kane had the chance to equalise from the spot again but blazed the ball over the bar.
      England crashed out 2-1.
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      The North African nation made history by becoming the first African or Arab nation to make the World Cup semi-finals.
      They achieved the feat by beating Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal 1-0.
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      How many minutes is in extra time at the World Cup? Is it 15 or 30 minutes and how many penalties are taken?

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      WE are deep into the World Cup now which means one thing – plenty of extra time periods and penalties to decide who goes through.Extra time consists of a further half an hour after the final whistle for either side to win the match.
      Germany needed extra time to beat Argentina in the 2014 World Cup finalCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Andres Iniesta scored an extra-time winner for Spain in the 2010 finalCredit: AFP
      Penalties are needed when the scores are still level after extra time, with the team who scores the most, winning the match.
      SunSport has all the information on the format and when extra time and penalties are used at the World Cup.
      Is there extra time and penalties at the World Cup?
      During the group stage of the tournament, extra time and penalties are not used.
      If the score is level when the final whistle is blown, a single point is awarded to both sides.

      However, from the knockout stages onwards, teams are eliminated and therefore extra time and penalties can be required.
      A whopping 66 matches have gone to extra time in the tournament’s history, with 30 of those leading to penalty shootouts.
      During the 1998 and 2002 world cups, the ‘golden goal’ rule was in place, meaning the first team to score in extra time would in the match.
      The normal format returned in 2006 and has been in place ever since.

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