The powerhouse Liverpool forward secured a record-breaking 90 per cent of the vote, while Arsenal’s Alessia Russo topped a wide field to win the women’s award, writes JAMES NALTON
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Van Gaal confirms ‘it’s over’
The outcome of the Shakespearean modern-day classic, where legacy was reborn, continues to resonate in the mind of Morning Star boxing writer JOHN WIGHT
Louis van Gaal left Manchester United’s hotel yesterday morning and told reporters that his time as manager is over.
Van Gaal had led the Reds to a 2-1 extra time victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday but within minutes, news had leaked of his impending sacking with Jose Mourinho set to take over.
When asked by a Sky Sports News reporter if he would stop to speak yesterday morning, Van Gaal refused and said as he walked away: “It’s over.”
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