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Wayne Rooney sends Man Utd message to Marcus Rashford after PSG knock out Aston Villa

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Wayne Rooney heaped praise on Marcus Rashford following Aston Villa’s dramatic win over Paris Saint-Germain in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash.
Despite Villa winning 3-2 on the night, it wasn’t enough to overturn PSG’s 3-1 first-leg advantage, and the French side advanced on aggregate. Still, Rashford’s electric performance stood out as a major highlight in a thrilling contest.

The evening looked bleak for Unai Emery’s side early on, with Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes scoring within the opening stages to extend PSG’s aggregate lead. But Villa didn’t give up.
Goals from Youri Tielemans and John McGinn brought the tie to life, and when Ezri Konsa found the net in the 57th minute, Villa Park erupted in belief and noise.

Rashford was at the heart of it all, looking revitalized and dangerous every time he had the ball. His pace and dribbling caused consistent issues for the PSG defense, and it was his clever play on the right wing that created the assist for Konsa’s goal.
Although he was substituted in the 76th minute, his impact on the match was undeniable.

Rooney, speaking on Amazon Prime, was impressed by what he saw. He applauded the way Villa came out in the second half with energy and belief, highlighting the attacking mentality that nearly flipped the tie on its head. However, the Manchester United legend also pointed to defensive lapses in the first half as the key reason Villa fell short in the end.

“They’ll be proud of that performance but also disappointed,” Rooney said. “The goals they conceded in the first half were avoidable, and at this level, you can’t give away goals like that. That’s ultimately what cost them.”

As Villa pushed for a fourth goal that would have seen them progress, PSG held firm, largely thanks to the heroics of Gianluigi Donnarumma, who made several crucial saves. Despite the defeat, the effort shown by the Villa squad won the admiration of both fans and pundits alike.

Rooney didn’t hold back in his praise for Rashford, calling the display one of the best he’s seen from the forward in recent times. “He was brilliant,” Rooney said. “That’s the Marcus Rashford we all know. His skill, his movement, and the way he beat players was top class. His awareness to pick out Konsa was excellent.”

The former England captain was asked if Villa had a chance after Konsa’s goal, to which he replied, “100 percent. PSG were rattled, and Villa had them on the back foot. They probably just ran out of steam, but they gave it everything.”

While Rashford has been linked with a possible permanent stay at Villa, Rooney believes the striker’s future lies at Old Trafford. “I hope he goes back to Manchester United and plays like he did tonight. He can leave a real legacy there.”

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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer

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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer

Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.

The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.

In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.

The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.

Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.

Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.

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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider

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Man City place Arsenal 'bottles' for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider

Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.

In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.

The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.

With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.

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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho

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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho

Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.

A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.

Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.

Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.

Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.

After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.

Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.

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