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Jesse Lingard opens up on Champions League mistake and apologises as Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba and other Manchester United stars rally around teammate

Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard admits he was ‘hurting’ after his costly error during the 2-1 defeat to Young Boys on Tuesday night. After replacing Cristiano Ronaldo from the bench, Lingard gifted the Swiss minnows an unlikely victory with a sloppy backpass in the last minute of stoppage time. But the England international, re-emerging for club and country after an incredible loan spell at West Ham, vowed to recover from the setback. In a tweet, the 28-year-old wrote: “Last night hurt. Every time I pull on the shirt, I hope people understand what it means to me. “I always go out wanting to do the best for the club, the team and the fans. “I’m upset for my part in the defeat. Mistakes happen in football but we pick ourselves up and go again.” Lingard’s teammates have all rallied around him in support, with Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba leading the way. Fernandes wrote: “We lose together and we win together.” Pogba added: “The true measure of success it’s h

Chelsea star Reece James’ Champions League, Super Cup and Euro 2020 medals stolen as England defender posts CCTV footage of house being burgled while he was playing at Stamford Bridge

Reece James has revealed his house was burgled while he was playing for Chelsea on Tuesday evening – and the thieves stole his Champions League. UEFA Super Cup and Euro 2020 medals. The England international was featuring for the Blues against Zenit in their European opener whilst his house was broken into. Reece James starred for Chelsea in their 1-0 win over Zenit in the Champions League when the robbery took place Reece James starred for Chelsea in their 1-0 win over Zenit in the Champions League when the robbery took place Fortunately, no one was in the house when the robbery happened. James announced the news on social media on Thursday afternoon as he posted a series of videos of CCTV footage of the robbery taking place. The full-back said the police are ‘closing in’ on the culprits, but sent out a plea to help identify the individuals. “On the evening of the 14th of September 2021 when I was playing for my club in the return of the Champions League, a group of co

Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes close to signing new five-year deal after Cristiano Ronaldo transfer, with Paul Pogba contract also ‘priority’ for Red Devils

Bruno Fernandes is reportedly close to signing a new five-year contract with Manchester United, with tying the star down to fresh terms seen as a ‘priority’ for the club. The Portuguese international – who has recently been joined by his compatriot, Cristiano Ronaldo – is close to extending his stay at Old Trafford, after reported interest from Real Madrid and Barcelona. Bruno Fernandes has been an incredible signing for Manchester United Bruno Fernandes has been an incredible signing for Manchester United The Sun is reporting the 27-year-old will agree on a new contract which will see him earn £250,000-a-week – almost £100,000 more than his current wages – and could be announced within the next few weeks. Fernandes’ new deal will see him tied down until 2026, despite his current contract expiring in 2025, and will see him earn a hefty pay rise. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano also claimed earlier this week that talks have been ‘ongoing since July’ between United and Fernan

RETURN OF KING OF BOYS: A MOVIE THAT STOLE MY HEART, AND NIGHT

What an international and global standards this movie has met?! Can you imagine?! That movie stole my whole night. But, it's a deserving one. Finally, I can say and boast that Kemi Adetiba, Sola Sobowale, other actors and actresses in Nollywood industry have moved Nigeria movie to another global and international standards. I want to believe that with the more of the likes of this movie, Nollywood will be no longer be seen as mere jokes, and waste of times as often believed in times past. Kemi Adetiba, more inks to your pen. More wisdom. And, more production from you. You personally deserve an award for that movie, Return Of King Of Boys. Embeded in it, morals, wisdoms and uncountable lessons. It exposes how our sytem of politics and governments are, especially, that of Nigeria. If you haven't stared this movie, try and do. N.B: Comrade RSA, a personality of many faces, a teacher, an avid writer, a presenter, an MC, a video-photography lover, a graphic designing lover. He is a

David Luiz Exit Arsenal Joins Brazilian club

David Luiz has completed a move to Brazilian club Flamengo following his exit from Arsenal at the end of last season. The 34-year-old returns to his homeland 14 years after departing Vitoria for spells with European clubs Benfica, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal. He won 19 trophies across that period, which includes two separate stints at Stamford Bridge, while also helping Brazil to Confederations Cup success in 2013. Having been linked with numerous clubs since his two-year stay with Arsenal came to an end in June, David Luiz has now put pen to paper on a deal until December 2022 with Rio de Janeiro-based Flamengo. The experienced defender is Flamengo's third arrival of the mid-year window following the loan signings of Camilo Durán, Andreas Pereira and Kenedy, the latter two joining from Manchester United and Chelsea respectively.

Liverpool forward Salah joins Premier League 100 club

Mohamed Salah has become the latest Premier League centurion after scoring his 100th goal in the English top flight. The Liverpool forward achieved the feat when he found the net in the 20th minute of the Reds' showdown with Leeds United at Elland Road on Sunday. His close-range finish from Trent Alexander-Arnold's low cross gave Liverpool a 1-0 advantage. Salah is the 30th different player to hit 100 goals since the Premier League began in 1992. He is also the first to reach the milestone since Jamie Vardy brought up his ton in Leicester City's victory over Crystal Palace in July 2020. The Egypt international has taken 162 matches to reach triple figures in the Premier League; a tally only bettered by Alan Shearer, Harry Kane, Sergio Agüero and Thierry Henry. Salah is the fourth player to hit the ton while at Liverpool, after Robbie Fowler, Michael Owen and Steven Gerrard. His first two Premier League goals came during a spell at Chelsea. Jurgen Klopp's a

Ronaldo's Man Utd return lived up to all expectations, says Solskjaer

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveled in Cristiano Ronaldo's hugely successful second Manchester United debut after the veteran forward scored twice against Newcastle United. Solskjaer's United were 4-1 winners at Old Trafford on Saturday, as the returning Ronaldo started and netted the opener before restoring the hosts' lead following Javier Manquillo's equaliser. Bruno Fernandes and Jesse Lingard added stunning late strikes, but this was Ronaldo's day – just as the United fans had hoped. More than 12 years on from his previous Premier League outing – a record gap – the 36-year-old delivered the goods once again. Solskjaer: "We have to deliver every time" Solskjaer told Sky Sports he did not consider starting Ronaldo from the bench as "this is what Cristiano is about – this was a day for everyone to enjoy". Enjoy it the home fans did, seeing their side attempt 21 shots – including six from Ronaldo – in a thrilling attacking display, even if

Ronaldo: "Old Trafford has always been a magical place"

Cristiano Ronaldo said "Old Trafford has always been a magical place" after he marked his second debut for Manchester United with a double. Ronaldo, who last month completed a sensational return to the club he left for Real Madrid in 2009, was named in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's starting XI for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United. Fresh from becoming the leading international goalscorer of all time, Ronaldo gave the eager Old Trafford crowd exactly what they wanted when he tucked in on the rebound just before half-time. Javier Manquillo's equaliser threatened to derail the day, yet Ronaldo slotted through Freddie Woodman's legs to put United back in control, with Bruno Fernandes and Jesse Lingard rounding off a fine win to take United to the top of the table. In a post on his official Instagram account, Ronaldo wrote: "My return to Old Trafford was just a brief reminder of why this stadium is known as the Theater of Dreams. "F

Ronaldo return to Carrington

Cristiano Ronaldo today took a walk round the Manchester United's training ground at Carrington. The former Juventus and Real madrid star was accompanied to the place by his former teammate but now the manager of the club where he started his football career. See Photos ;