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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘Absolute headloss' – PSG's Joao Neves sent off for pulling Chelsea star Marc Cucurella's HAIR in Club World Cup final
PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN star Joao Neves suffered a moment of madness as he was sent-off for pulling Marc Cucurella's HAIR in the Club World Cup final. Cole Palmer inspired Europe to win the first edition of the newly expanded US tournament on Sunday. Advertisement 9 Joao Neves completely lost his head as he was sent-off for pulling Marc Cucurella's HAIR 9 Cucurella laid on the pitch after the hair tug Credit: AP 9 Neves of Paris Saint-Germain is sent off by Referee Alireza Faghani Credit: Getty 9 Chelsea beat the Champions of Europe 3-0 in New Jersey Credit: Getty Two first-half goals from Palmer were topped off by Joao Pedro 's calm finish two minutes before half-time in New Jersey . But tensions first boiled over in the final minutes of the game as the Parisian giants were clearly frustrated with themselves and the scoreline. Neves, 20, was handed his marching orders after tugging on Cucurella's hair as he ran towards goal from the edge of the box. Referee Alireza Faghani had initially missed the scuffle, but he was soon summoned to the VAR monitor. Advertisement READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS Replays showed how But, the enraged PSG star the lashed out at the Spaniard, pulling his long locks and pulling him to the ground. The ref didn't take long to brandish out a red card to the Advertisement Most read in Football Breaking One PSG fan wrote on X: "Absolute headloss from Joao Neves. Completely unnecessary red card." Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge 9 Neves had been irritated by the Chelsea left-back laying on the floor holding his ankle 10 minutes before Credit: Reuters 9 Luis Enrique lost his head as he slapped Joao Pedro after the Club World Cup final Advertisement Chelsea left-back laying on the floor holding his ankle 10 minutes before he was dismissed. The PSG ace actually attempted to pick the Spain international up off the turf,urging him to get on with the game. And tensions soon worsened at full-time when a huge brawl broke out as Chelsea were celebrating their triumph - and an estimated £111million prize. Club World Cup final descends into huge brawl with Enzo Maresca pulling Chelsea players away after Donnarumma madness PSG manager Luis Enrique sparked chaos as he SLAPPED Chelsea striker Joao Pedro, who scored three Club World Cup goals since joining from Brighton before the semi-final. Advertisement The former Barcelona manager appeared to push Pedro in the face while also placing his hands around the striker 's throat. It saw Pedro signing drop to the floor as players from both sides join a huge fracas in the middle of the pitch. Goalkeeper Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca then stepped in to pull everyone apart, spending time calming fellow Italian Donnarumma down. Advertisement 9 A huge brawl broke out at full-time Credit: Getty 9 9
New York Post
3 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
FIFA Club World Cup final odds, best bets: Chelsea vs. Paris Saint-Germain picks, predictions
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Paris Saint-Germain will look to put a cherry on top of one of the most impressive runs in the history of European soccer Sunday. Les Parisiens were runaway winners in Ligue 1, they won the Coupe de France, and were crowned Champions of Europe for the first time in their history back in May, so a victory over Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup Final would put Luis Enrique's side in a class of their own in the modern era. PSG has long been known as a team with an embarrassment of riches, but one that lacks a cohesive vision. Enrique, who formerly managed the Spanish National Team and Barcelona, fixed that issue. Not only is PSG a force going forward, but Enrique has turned them into a multi-faceted outfit that can defend as well as it can attack. Previous versions of Paris Saint-Germain struggled to win matches when they weren't on their terms, but this iteration can beat you in a number of ways. PSG smothered Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in its last two matches, holding the two European giants scoreless and limiting them to 1.34 expected goals and one big scoring chance combined. Chelsea's got plenty to offer going forward, but if PSG can dominate Real Madrid and Bayern Munich without much fuss it's feasible to think that doing it against Chelsea won't be a massive ask. That's especially true given Chelsea's preferred method of attack. The Blues are patient and want to lull you into mistakes, but PSG is just not making those errors under Enrique. They'll be happy to defend while Chelsea knocks it around all night. That is a change of pace from a club that not too long ago squeezed Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar into the same lineup. Luis Enrique has led PSG to its most successful season ever. Getty Images The other defense in this matchup, Chelsea, has been impressive of late, but they've yet to truly be tested in this tournament. The Blues were in a tough group, but the only European club they've faced in the Club World Cup was Benfica. And even against this middling schedule, Chelsea's defense has been called into question several times. PSG could overwhelm them. Get the lowdown on the Best USA Sports Betting Sites and Apps Since the end of May, PSG has defeated Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid by a combined score of 15-0. There are just too many ways that PSG can win this match, and it's hard to see this train coming off the tracks after months of domination. The Play: PSG -1.5 (+160, DraftKings) Why Trust New York Post Betting Michael Leboff is a long-suffering Islanders fan, but a long-profiting sports bettor with 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. He loves using game theory to help punters win bracket pools, find long shots, and learn how to beat the market in mainstream and niche sports.
Scotsman
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Champions League winners list: Full winners list from 1955 until 2024 - including Inter Milan and Liverpool
Inter Milan will face Paris Saint-Germain this weekend in the UEFA Champions League final as the two clubs compete to be crowned the Champions of Europe in 2025. Set to be played at the Allianz Arena in Munich, the two European giants have enjoyed an incredible campaign so far, and are now just one game away from claiming the ultimate prize in men's club football this weekend, with a classic clash anticipated in Germany. And we all remember our first Champions League final, don't we? Zinedine Zidane's astonishing strike for Real Madrid at Hampden, Liverpool's dramatic comeback against AC Milan in Istanbul, and Real Madrid's numerous triumphs in the competition. The Champions League final rarely fails to leave a mark such is its elite status as football's premier international tournament. In total, there have been 24 clubs that have lifted the trophy aloft in their history, but who has won it the most? Here, The Scotsman look at the full list of each club to win the Champions League, when they won it and their last Champions League victory: 1 . Porto, Celtic, Steaua București, Hamburg, PSV Eindhoven, Celtic, Red Star Belgrade, Marseille, Borussia Dortmund, Feyenoord, Aston Villa, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City - 1 A number have clubs have won the competition just once, with the following clubs lifting the trophy: Porto (1987, 2004), Celtic (1967), Hamburg (1983), Steaua București (1986), PSV Eindhoven (1988), Red Star Belgrade (1991), Marseille (1993), Borussia Dortmund (1997), Feyenoord (1970), Aston Villa (1982), PSG (2020), Manchester City (2023). | AFP via Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Juventus, Benfica, Chelsea, and Nottingham Forest - 2 Four clubs have won the competition twice, with Juventus victorious in 1985 and 1996, Benfica in 1961 and 1962; Chelsea in 2012 and 2021, and finally Nottingham Forest in 1979 and 1980. | Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Manchester United, Inter Milan - 3 This weekend's finalists Inter Milan have won the trophy three times, emerging victorious in 1964, 1965 and 2010. Manchester United also have three Champions League titles having won the competition in 1968, 1999 and 2008. | Hulton Archive Photo Sales 4 . Ajax - 4 The Dutch giants are the only club to have won the trophy in three consecutive years, having won the competition in 1971, 1972 and 1973. They last won the trophy in 1995, with a 1-0 win over AC Milan in Vienna. | Getty Images Photo Sales
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Europa League final: Victory for Spurs and vindication for Ange Postecoglou - but what comes next for fans?
The Tottenham chant late into the Bilbao night was "Champions of Europe". From fans who have endured years being laughed at over a lack of silverware. The trophy drought count is over at 17 years after four losing finals. All the torment turned to triumph by overcoming the once-mighty Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final. It wasn't achieved by the club's all-time top scorer - coming two years after Harry Kane departed for Bayern Munich. It wasn't achieved by one of the more illustrious managerial names who have tried and failed at Tottenham - from Jose Mourinho to Antonio Conte. Instead, it was masterminded by Ange Postecoglou, the Greek-Australian manager who had never coached in England before arriving in the summer of 2023. He arrived with a track record of winning silverware - a reputation in Australia, Japan and Scotland he felt went unappreciated in this new footballing environment. Even on the eve of this final, he was bristling at a disparaging critique in one article by repeating the word: "I'm not a clown." And even in his crowning career moment, the questions were about whether he will be kept on. "Que sera, sera," he said before departing his news conference. Whatever will be, will be. But before then was a revelation, about not really even being rated by chairman Daniel Levy. "I remember even when I signed the club, even Daniel, sort of said 'we went after winners, it didn't work, and now we've got Ange'. "Mate, I'm a winner. I've been a serial winner my whole career. It's what I've done more than anything else. "I know people talk about my football, which I'm very proud of, but I know people dismiss my achievements because they didn't happen on this side of the world. "But for me, they're all hard-earned. All I've done my whole career is win things." And he fulfilled a pledge to do so in his second season at Spurs. Why are the 59-year-old's credentials to stay in the dugout being questioned? Because Spurs head into Sunday's final match of the Premier League season just one place above the relegation zone, but at least sure of safety. "I made a decision," he said reflecting on January, "this was the trophy we were gonna go for." With 21 losses, this is Tottenham's worst-ever Premier League season. But it will still end with Champions League qualification, since winning Europe's second-tier competition secures promotion to the elite. Read more from Sky News: It has also been Manchester United's worst season in five decades. With 18 defeats, they are only a place better off than Tottenham in the Premier League. And Ruben Amorim's challenge rebuilding a squad inherited mid-season is made even harder by missing out on extra cash from European matches next season. "If the board and the fans think I am not the right guy I will go the next day without any conversation about compensation," the Portuguese coach said. "But I will not quit. Again, I am really confident in my job and I will not change." United - and Tottenham - have gone through so much change in recent years. And change throughout their squads could be coming in the summer. But for now it will be Tottenham parading a trophy they've waited so long to do after the breakthrough in Bilbao - their first European trophy in 41 years.
Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Which bookies are offering Free Bets ahead of Champions League semi-finals?
Arsenal, Barcelona, Inter Milan and PSG are all fighting for a place in the final at the Allianz Arena which promises to be an exciting event for the As the Champions League reaches its thrilling climax, the semi-finals are set to capture the attention of football fans worldwide. The stage is almost set for the grand finale at Munich's Allianz Arena next month, with Arsenal, Barcelona, Inter Milan, and PSG all vying for the ultimate European accolade. Among these elite clubs, Arsenal and PSG are eager to make history by claiming the title of "Champions of Europe" for the first time. Arsenal will host PSG, a team that stumbled during the group stages but has since found their stride in the knockouts. They've already dispatched early favourites Liverpool in a dramatic penalty shootout and narrowly edged out Aston Villa with a 5-4 aggregate victory in the quarter-finals. Over in Spain, Barcelona is preparing to face Inter Milan in their semi-final clash. Under Hansi Flick's leadership, Barcelona is on the cusp of a remarkable treble. They've already secured the Copa del Rey with a win over Real Madrid and hold a four-point lead at the top of La Liga with just five matches left to play. With both semi-finals promising high drama and intense competition, fans can expect nothing less than spectacular football as these clubs battle it out for a coveted spot in Munich's prestigious final and the bookies will be offering some of the best welcome offers on the market right now. Here are a selected number of free bets offers: New Customer Champions League Free Bet Offers Sky Bet - Place Any Bet on Here is your guide on how to make the most out of this offer with Sky Bet: Click this link which will take you to the Sky Bet sign up page. Register your account and place a minimum deposit of £5 Sign up via the '£40 in free bets when you place any bet' promotion and place a minimum of 5p on your first bet on a single or each way bet on any Sky Bet market at odds of 1/1 or greater Free bets will be credited within 72 hours of qualified bet being settled Enjoy four £10 free bet tokens with Sky Bet - will expire after 30 days if left unused NEW CUSTOMERS ONLY. FIRST SINGLE & E/W BET ONLY. ODDS OF 1/1 OR GREATER. 4 X £10 BET TOKENS. FREE BET STAKES NOT INCLUDED IN RETURNS. FREE BETS ARE NON WITHDRAWABLE. FREE BETS EXPIRE AFTER 30 DAYS. ELIGIBILITY RESTRICTIONS AND FURTHER T&CS APPLY. 18+. Paddy Power - Bet £5 on Champions League semi-finals Here is the step-by-step guide to claim Paddy Power's bet £5 get £30 free bets offer ahead of the Champions League action this week: Step 1: Use the links on this page to sign up for your new Paddy Power account to activate your offer. Step 2: During registration, enter the personal details requested such as your name, address, email, phone number and more. Step 3: In the promo code box, enter YSKARZ to redeem the bonus. Step 4: Deposit a minimum of £5 into your Paddy Power wallet using bank cards only - remember other methods including Apple Pay, Skrill, Paysafe, PayPal, and Neteller won't qualify. Step 5: Once confirmed, you can look through the different markets and place a first bet of £5 or more at odds of evens - 1/1 (2.0) or higher. New Customer offer YSKARZ. Place a min £5 bet on the sportsbook at odds of min EVS (2.0) and get £20 in free bets. Free bet rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via Debit Cards & Apple Pay will qualify for this offer. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly Paddy's Rewards Club: Get a £10 free bet when you place 5x bets of £10+. T&Cs apply. Betfred - Bet £10 on the Champions League semi-finals and Betfred is giving away £50 in free bets when you bet £10 on the Champions League this week. Here is how to claim the offer: Click this link which will take you to the Betfred sign up page. Here you will claim your bet £10, get £50 bonus Complete your Betfred registration using code BETFRED50 and prepare to make your first deposit Make your first deposit of £10 or more Bet £10 on football this weekend (Min odds. EVS or bigger) Get £50 in free bets even if your first bet goes on to lose New customers only. Register (excl 05/04/25), deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply. Coral - Bet £5 on the Champions League semi-finals and Here is how you can claim £20 in free bets with Coral: Click this link which will take you to the Coral sign-up page Register your account and deposit minimum £5 into your account with 7 days of registration Place a £5 bet at odds of 1/1 (2.0) or greater on any football market Enjoy £20 in free bets when the qualifying bet settles 18+ New Customers only. Certain deposit methods & bet types excl. Min first £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 to get 4 x £5 free bets. Free bet available to use on selected sportsbook markets only. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply. Betfair - Bet £10 on the Champions League semi-finals New customers can get £50 free bets for multiples (including bet builders and accumulators) when they bet £10 on the Champions League with Betfair. Here's how you can claim on the offer: Click this link which will take you to the Betfair sign up page. Register your account and use promo code ZSKAOG Place a minimum deposit of £10 using a Debit card or Apple Pay Place a qualifying bet of £10 at odds of at least 1/1 (2.00) on the Betfair Sportsbook Receive £50 Sportsbook free bet builders, accumulators or multiples will be awarded after the qualifying bet has been settled Place a min £10 bet on Sportsbook on odds of min EVS (2.0), get £50 in Free Bet Builders, Accumulators or multiples to use on any sport. Rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via cards or Apple Pay will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly. William Hill - Bet £10 on the Champions League and Get £60 in bonuses William Hill is offering £60 in bonuses when new customers sign-up and bet £10 on the Champions League semi-finals this week. Here's how to claim: Click this link which will take you to the William Hill sign-up page Choose the Sports Welcome Offer Register your account using code T60 Deposit minimum £10 into your account with 7 days of registration Place a £10 bet at odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater on any sports market Enjoy £60 in free bets 18+. Play Safe. New players using T60 code. Online only. Get £60 bonus split as follows: (i) Deposit £10. Get a £20 Vegas Bonus on selected games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); '(ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, get 4x£10 sports free bets (valid 7 days, excl. virtual sports). Payment & country restrictions & full T&Cs apply. LiveScore Bet - Bet £10 on the Champions League semi-finals and Get £30 free bets Here is how you can claim £30 in free bets with LiveScore Bet ahead of the Champions League action: Click this link which will take you to the LiveScore Bet sign-up page Register your account and deposit minimum £10 into your account within 14 days of registration Place a £10 bet at odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater than on selected sportsbook markets Accept the free bets via a pop-up notification within seven days of qualifying Enjoy £30 in free bets when the qualifying bet settles *New members only. Any new account registration or bets settled on 5 April 2025 are not eligible for this Welcome Offer. £10+ bet on sportsbook (ex. virtuals) at 1.5 min odds, settled within 14 days. Free Bets: accept in 7 days, valid 7 days on sportsbook only. 2x£5 Free Bets for Bet Builder only. Stake not returned. T&Cs + deposit exclusions apply. 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