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    Wanda Nara calls police to evict her husband Mauro Icardi from her home as glamorous couple’s split turns ugly

    WANDA Nara got police to evict her estranged footballer husband Mauro Icardi from her home near Buenos Aires three days before his knee op in the latest twist to their ugly split.Officers woke the Galatasaray striker up in the early hours of yesterday morning after the model and influencer reported him for threatening her during an argument over his alleged refusal to move out of the property.Wanda Nara got police to evict her estranged footballer husband Mauro Icardi from her homeCredit: instagram @wanda_naraNara reported him for threatening her during an argument over his alleged refusal to move out of the property.Credit: InstagramIcardi’s had been accused of having weapons inside the houseCredit: RexLocal reports said Wanda, now dating Argentinian singer L-Gante, alleged Icardi could have weapons inside the house on a gated residential estate in Nordelta and prompted a police search of the house which turned up nothing.The 31-year-old former PSG star has now been served with a restraining order stating he has to stay away from his ex and her home.Wanda is said to have gone to police after Icardi failed to move out of the house on an affluent estate called Santa Barbara by November 25.The former Argentine international had left Turkey to have an op in his homeland after suffering a serious knee injury during a November 7 Europa League match against Tottenham.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe ended up transferring to the property he was evicted from yesterday, after initially moving into a luxury apartment Wanda normally stays at in Buenos Aires, while she was on holiday with her new partner in Brazil.Argentine media reported police arrived to ask Icardi to leave the property and search it for weapons during a three-hour operation which began at 3.30am local time yesterday an hour after he had gone to bed.The striker ended up having to go a friend’s house to catch up on lost sleep.Hours before the eviction, and after the argument said to have sparked Wanda’s decision to force him out of her property with police assistance, Icardi had appeared to taunt his ex by posting a photo of her infinity pool on his Instagram.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWanda had told Argentinian media before the eviction, referencing another footballer ex Maxi Lopez who is father to three of her five children: “I lent him my house from the heart.”As I would do with anyone, as I do with my ex Maxi Lopez every time he comes to Argentina.Wanda Nara risks Instagram ban as Mauro Icardi’s ex-wife poses naked to promote new single“I offered him my house and lent it to him. The loan was until November 25, after that I needed it for personal reasons.”Lara Piro, a lawyer representing the footballer, called the eviction “shameful and immoral”.Speaking to an Argentinian showbiz website she said: “This is all part of a false accusation of non-existent threats, for which Wanda Nara will have to answer before the courts.”It is shameful, immoral and unfair to harass a father of a family over a property issue on the eve of surgery.”She added: “To do this to the father of her daughters, to the man who raised and supported her other three children, speaks volumes about the person that Mrs Nara is.”Icardi’s life off the pitch has been in the spotlight since his soap-opera style fallout over Wanda with former friend and Sampdoria teammate Maxi Lopez.She divorced her first husband after accusing him of cheating on her.Nara and Icardi have a complicated historyCredit: Instagram @wanda_naraShe married Icardi in May 2014 shortly after the divorce from Lopez was finalised.The love triangle between the two players and pretty WAG Nara was exposed in November 2013 when it was revealed Icardi had made moves on his former friend’s wife as their marriage fell apart.Lopez refused to shake his ex-pal’s hand when they met on the field in an April 2014 Serie A match between Sampdoria and Inter, leading the press to dub the game the ‘Wanda derby.’Things between them soured even more in June 2015 when Icardi tweeted a new arm tattoo of the three children Wanda had with Maxi Lopez with the message: “I love these three little angels.”Icardi and Wanda Nara underwent multiple separations and emotional reunions before she revealed in July they had split for good.Angela Burgos, the lawyer he hired to oversee his divorce from Wanda, laughed off claims last month they were dating and insisted she remained “single.”L-Gante, Wanda’s new partner, was handed a three-year suspended prison sentence in October after being convicted of threatening behaviour against three separate victims following a high-profile trial.READ MORE SUN STORIESMauro Icardi will be out of action for the rest of the season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament injury in Galatasaray’s match against Spurs last month.He has spent three weeks in Argentina undergoing preparatory treatment ahead of his surgery which has been scheduled for Tuesday. More

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    Sky Sports hit by technical fault during Chelsea vs Aston Villa as pundits are forced to commentate from Liverpool

    SKY SPORTS were hit with a major technical error during their coverage of Chelsea v Aston Villa as they were forced to commentate from their pre-game studio in Liverpool.The broadcaster experienced technical difficulties which meant their commentary team at Stamford Bridge of lead commentator Bill Leslie and pundit Alan Smith were not being heard.Sky Sports were forced to commentate on the Chelsea game from their studio after a technical faultCredit: AFPConsequently those in the studio before the game were forced to provide impromptu commentary in the opening minutes.This included presenter David Jones and pundits including Roy Keane, Micah Richards and Daniel Sturridge.Jones apologised for the issues shortly after kick-off.He said: “Well unfortunately we have a few technical and audio issues which you can hear at Stamford Bridge or not hear more to the point. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”So you are left with us, this could be interesting, commentary from Anfield on Chelsea against Aston Villa.”You always ask for more time to talk about football so this is our time, Micah.”Audio at Stamford Bridge was restored just before the third minute of play.Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Would quite like the option to carry on listening to @MicahRichards doing the commentary over this game please Sky Sports.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Nah this commentary is elite on Sky Sports.”Another said: “Sky Sports having a shocker right now.”Man Utd hardman Roy Keane and Sky Sports presenter blind rank BISCUITS before Ruben Amorim’s first match_1A fourth added: “Paying all this money for Sky Sports just for their commentary to cut out smh.”Chelsea then took the lead after seven minutes through Nicolas Jackson. More

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    Club mascot provokes opposition players, starts a fight, gets sent off and then does Ronaldo’s siu celebration

    A MASCOT managed to provoke fans, players and staff in a Brazilian top flight game yesterday.The Tiger mascot of Criciuma had a huge part to play in the clash between Criciuma and Corinthians.A club mascot caused chaos in a top flight Brazilian game yesterdayCredit: X @gegloboCriciuma’s tiger mascot wound up Corinthians players as they tried to calm down fan trouble at half-timeCredit: X @gegloboThe mascot was pushed by Corinthians playersCredit: X @gegloboA member of staff kicked out at the mascotCredit: X @gegloboThe costumed tiger ran away after causing the problemsCredit: X @gegloboThe mascot replicated Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘siu’ celebration as he made his way off the pitchCredit: XThe match, which ended in a 4-2 win for Corinthians, descended into chaos when the mascot for the home team began winding up the opposition players.The mascot was carried over to the Corinthians players on a stretcher while they were in the midst of a tense discussion with fans and stewards at half-time.The talks with fans had reportedly come as a result of fighting in the stands between Corinthians fans, with their team trailing 2-0 at the break.Video then showed the tiger popping up from the stretcher and walking away, seemingly antagonising the Corinthians players who began to chase after the mascot.READ MORE IN SPORTPlayers were even videoed pushing the mascot while another member of staff kicked out at the costumed tiger.The mascot seemed unfazed by the angered reaction they had sparked, running towards the tunnel and replicating Cristiano Ronaldo’s famous “siuu” celebration before leaving the pitch.It’s claimed that the mascot was sent off for their behaviour, while Brazilian outlets are also reporting that a ball boy was shown a red card for his involvement in the confrontations.After the situation was calmed down Corinthians put together a superb comeback in the second spell.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe two goals scored by former Crystal Palace and Plymouth Argyle star Yannick Bolasie in the first half were cancelled out by a flood of four by Corinthians.Rodrigo Garro, Matheus Bidu and Yuri Alberto came up with the goods for Corinthians as they won their seventh league clash on the bounce.Cagliari’s mascot ‘Pully’Corinthians, who have been a hotbed for Brazilian talent over the years, are now the home of former Man Utd man Memphis Depay.Notable Corinthians of the past include Roberto Carlos, Ronaldo Nazario and Alexandre Pato. More

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    ‘Ronaldo go home’ – Furious Real Valladolid fans hold protest against Real Madrid legend’s ownership of LaLiga side

    REAL VALLADOLID fans protested against Ronaldo’s ownership before and during last night’s clash with Atletico Madrid.The Brazilian football icon, 48, bought a controlling stake in the Spanish club six years ago.Real Valladolid fans displayed a banner reading ‘Ronaldo Go Home’Credit: XThe Brazilian, 48, owns a controlling stake in the Spanish clubCredit: GettyDuring his stint as owner, Valladolid have become something of a yo-yo club.In every season since the 2020-21 campaign, the Spanish side have either been relegated from LaLiga or promoted from the second tier.Having finished as runners-up in LaLiga 2 last term, Valladolid look set for another long, difficult campaign in the top flight.They are bottom of the table, having collected just nine points from 15 games.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAhead of yesterday’s match against Atletico, several Valladolid supporters marched to the stadium, with some clutching a banner reading “Ronaldo Go Home”.The disgruntled supporters also chanted while making their feelings perfectly clear.Things did not get much better as the game kicked off, with Valladolid being drubbed 5-0 by Diego Simeone’s men.Goals by Clement Lenglet, Julian Alvarez, Rodrigo De Paul, Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth sunk Ronaldo’s men.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSValladolid chiefs swiftly responded by sacking manager Paulo Pezzolano.The Uruguayan had been at the helm since April 2023, guiding Valladolid to promotion last season.Club mascot provokes opposition players, starts a fight, gets sent off and then does Ronaldo’s siu celebration_1In April, ESPN reported that Ronaldo planned to flog his controlling stake in Valladolid, having agreed to sell his shares in Brazilian side Cruzeiro.But the former Real Madrid striker went on perform a U-turn, however, with it being announced in August that he would be continuing as club president.Ronaldo has owned a controlling stake in ValladolidCredit: EPA More

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    Juventus eyeing transfer swoop for Ipswich’s Liam Delap but face fight for English striker from Chelsea and Man Utd

    JUVENTUS are eyeing Ipswich striker Liam Delap – but first face a fight with Manchester United and Chelsea.The ex-Manchester City youth striker has hit the Prem alight – scoring six of the Tractor Boys’ 13 goals this season.Juventus, Man Utd and Chelsea are eyeing a transfer swoop for Ipswich’s Liam DelapAnd now Juventus, who are drawing up contingency plans in case Dusan Vlahovic doesn’t agree a new deal, are monitoring Delap.So much so, the Serie A side sent scouts to Portman Road last weekend to watch the 21-year-old in the flesh against Man Utd.And Delap’s fine footwork and natural strength saw him bully Ruben Amorim’s back-line in Kieran McKenna’s 1-1 draw with the Red Devils.He could have won relegation-strugglers Ipswich the game if it weren’t for two incredible saves from Andre Onana.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSJuventus remain determined to tie frontman Vlahovic down to a new, improved contract.His current deal expires in the summer of 2026 but so far, talks over an extension have failed to bear fruit.Prem giants Man Utd and Chelsea are also monitoring Delap’s progress. And City have a buy-back clause and negotiated a 20 per cent sell-on when they sold the attacker to Ipswich for £20million in July.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBlues boss Enzo Maresca and co-director of recruitment and talent Joe Shields both know Delap from their time working together at City.Speaking earlier this week, Ipswich boss McKenna poured cold water on discussion surrounding the forward’s future, specifically talk of City’s buy-back clause.Meet non-league star with longest throw in football who plans to put it to good use in FA Cup giant killingHe said: “It’s not anything I’m aware of or interested in to be honest. I think that’s a question for other people and for the chairman.”My full focus is on this season and, with regards to Liam, trying to help him to continue to improve. I know Liam’s full focus is here and trying to help the team.”This is Delap’s first full season starting regularly as a No 9, after playing off the wing at times for Hull last year, and as a wide striker in some earlier Championship loan moves. BBC pundit Danny Murphy believes England already have the next Harry Kane waiting in the wings in Delap.Murphy star of Delap on Match of the Day 2: “I think he’s got a lot of qualities.”I’ve seen him a bit quite a lot this season and I’d probably go as far as I say, for me, he the obvious long-term successor to Kane.”I think he’s the best young English striker out there.”Danny Murphy is a big fan of Liam Delap More

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    How Curtis Jones has blossomed into one of England’s best midfielders under Liverpool boss Arne Slot

    IT’S been a breakout season for Liverpool star Curtis Jones in more ways than one.On the pitch, he has excelled for the Reds – leading the Arne Slot revolution to put them firmly at the top of the Premier League.In-form Curtis Jones has been one of Europe’s most impressive midfielders this seasonCredit: PAJones’ brilliant form has coincided with the Reds star becoming a dadCredit: InstagramIn the Champions League clash against Real Madrid on Wednesday, Jones, 23, earned rave reviews for his all-action performance.Not only did he help his side to a 2-0 win, he kept Jude Bellingham in his pocket for 90 minutes.And now, an incredible stat has come to light that shows perhaps his greatest characteristic.The England prospect is his country’s leading passer of the ball – having completed a higher percentage of passes than his rivals.Read more football newsInterim England boss Lee Carsley said: “Curtis Jones would be up there with the most talented players I’ve worked with.””He’s got everything you need as a midfielder. He can run, very fast, powerful, can score, can assist, he can defend, he can take the ball. All he needs is opportunity.”New Liverpool boss Slot has also purred about Jones’ ability this campaign.The Dutchman told the BBC: “He has a lot of qualities on the ball.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”He is never afraid to do something special with it, but sometimes he touches the ball a bit too much in my opinion because he is so confident.”But confidence is an important tool. He has an incredibly hard work rate and we trust him in defence. He is complete.”For him now, it is all about consistency. The best players turn up every three days and that is what he has got to show.”How Liverpool outsmarted Chelsea with Slot’s genius ‘traffic jam’ trick and Curtis Jones masterclassJones’ upturn in form has coincided with a personal milestone – becoming a father for the first time, in what is turning out to be a memorable campaign.Class distributorIn November, Jones made his England debut under Lee Carsley – soon after he welcomed daughter Giselle with partner Saffie Khan.He made his bow against Greece a night to remember, scoring with an audacious backheel flick.A few weeks before that he dominated Chelsea – scoring the opener and winning a penalty in a man-of-the-match display.However, despite that swashbuckling display – it’s his passing that has been highlighted.According to WhoScored.com, he is flying high when it comes to pass success rate data.Astonishingly, Jones has completed 94.8 per cent of his passes this season – and ranks sixth out of all players in Europe’s top five leagues.Compared to established stars Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice, whose pass success rate is at 90.1 per cent and 89 per cent respectively, Jones is out on top among his Three Lions competitors.Even the likes of pass masters Martin Odegaard (85.9 per cent) and Bruno Fernandes (81.5 per cent) are trailing in his wake in the Premier League.Jones scored on his England debut against Greece and was a standout performerCredit: GettyBut it’s his passing that is proving to be Jones’ best weaponCredit: AlamyJones has a higher passing completion rate than any other England midfieldersCredit: GettyLiverpool legend Steven Gerrard believes there’s still more to come from Jones, who has found a new lease of life under Slot.”Rafa [Benitez] had to grab me to take me to another level, and the exciting thing for me looking in is that Arne seems the man who can really get Curtis to the next level,” Gerrard said.”If he [Slot] can get him there we will have a top, top international player on our hands. I am really excited to see his next 18 months and beyond.”Before he burst onto the sceneJones’ recent success is no surprise to those who tipped him for the top as he came through Liverpool’s youth ranks.He joined the club with the Under-9s and progressed quickly, making his U18s debut as an U16 player in the 2016-17 season, and went on to captain both the U19s and U23s.Jones was born in the city centre, and honed his skills on the street. He’s a local boy and received as one of their own.“At the top of my street, there’s a primary school,” he told The Independent.”In the evenings, we’d climb over the fence and play on their pitch or take one of the goals and just play in the street all night – we’d always put it back afterwards though.“I grew up the way a lot of Scousers do, just being a street kid, not having the best facilities, and making the most out of everything you can.”Man City’s Phil Foden battles for the ball with Jones during a 2017 FA Youth Cup gameCredit: PAUnder Liverpool boss Arne Slot, Jones’ game has continued to blossomCredit: APIn 2017, Jones became one of the most talked about youngsters in English football, when he led Liverpool to the quarter-finals of the Uefa Youth League with four goals.They went out to Manchester City, with Jones being one of the Liverpool players to have their penalties saved in the 3-2 shootout.Despite that upset, it helped cement his reputation as one of the most promising players of his generation.Stevie G influenceFormer Under-23s manager Michael Beale described Jones as a player “who can outplay you one-on-one, can play centre midfield, play wide and as a deep midfielder”.However, it was icon Gerrard who had a huge influence on the youngster when he was aspiring to make the grade at Anfield.Before the now Al-Ettifaq gaffer took up a post as Rangers manager, he enjoyed a stint with Liverpool’s U18 team in 2017.There, he got to work with Jones who admitted he wouldn’t be where he is today without Gerrard’s help.Steven Gerrard has a huge influence on Jones when the Reds legend coached the U18sCredit: Getty – ContributorSince breaking into the team in 2019, Jones has made himself a mainstayCredit: PA“A lot of people didn’t see the work both of us put in to push me on to get into the first team,” Jones said.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Things weren’t always easy, but he was the perfect person at the perfect time to help me.”He was the main coach who really told me what I had to work on. It was my all-round game, but also my all-round person. He knew the talent I had and put the fine details to me.” More

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    PSG plan transfer swap deal with Chelsea for striker Christopher Nkunku with international star heading the other way

    PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have offered Chelsea a surprise swap deal involving forward Christopher Nkunku, according to reports.The Ligue 1 champs would be willing to send French international Randal Kolo Muani the other way if it meant they could be reunited with Nkunku.PSG are considering a sensational swap deal for Christopher NkunkuPSG are willing to send forward Randal Kolo Muani the other wayThe Parisians are keen on bringing their former youth product back to the Parc Des Princes five years after he left the club.Nkunku is actually Chelsea’s top scorer this term, but he’s played 163 Prem minutes since his sole start on the opening day defeat to Man City.Nkunku has scored 11 goals in all competitions this season, though 10 of those have been in the Carabao Cup and Conference League, while the other was through a subbed appearance at Wolves.But for all the European goals since September, playing time in the Prem has been hard to come by for Nkunku.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe has failed to break into the Blues starting XI in the Prem, with manager Enzo Maresca admitting that he deserves more chances, but there’s too many attackers to choose from in his bloated squad.With Cole Palmer playing in his ideal No.10 position, and Nicolas Jackson firing as the No.9, Nkunku’s had to watch most weekends from the bench.The Frenchman scored his latest goal in Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Heidenheim in the Conference League on Thursday, extending the club’s 100 per cent record in Europe this season.And Chelsea fans do value Nkunku, with many of them thrilled to welcome his £52m arrival 18 months ago from RB Leipzig, where he scored 70 goals and provided 56 assists in 172 matches.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNkunku still has five years remaining on his contract with the Blues, with his first season at Stamford Bridge marred by a series of injury problems.But with his current chances limited, the 27-year-old could be open to returning to his former side.He made 78 appearances for PSG but didn’t achieve significant success on an individual level, scoring 11 goals during Kylian Mbappe’s reign. World Cup finalist Muani, 25, is said to be being considered as part of a swap deal, as he is not in current PSG manager Luis Enrique’s plans.Chelsea searched for a striker over the summer and Muani may well fit the bill in terms of competition for Jackson, but it is claimed that the Blues aren’t yet considering such a swap.Maresca wants Nkunku to stay and sent a message to disgruntled Chelsea stars after Thursday’s 2-0 win.He said: “They (the players) are ready and it’s important. Filip did a very good game, Christo Nkunku the same. We have nine or 10 games in December so they are going to get more chances. They need to be ready.”Meanwhile, Manchester United are also monitoring Nkunku’s dilemma at Chelsea.United could sign him to replace Joshua Zirkzee, who has failed to impress at Old Trafford since joining in the summer.Chelsea ratings vs HeidenheimChelsea remained at the top of the table with a hard-fought 2-0 win over Heidenheim.Christopher Nkunku and Mykhailo Mudryk got on the scoresheet as the Bundesliga side gave them their toughest test so far in the Conference League.The Blues were not at their best in the opening 45 minutes but were far better after a half-time team talk from Enzo Maresca.Click here to see how SunSport’s Alex Smith rated the Chelsea performances. More

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    Meet Marcus Rashford’s new Wag Grace Jackson, the Love Island bombshell who models for EGO and used to date Joey Essex

    GRACE JACKSON is the former Love Island star dating Marcus Rashford.The 25-year-old turned heads when she appeared in the villa earlier this year.Grace Jackson is dating Man Utd star Marcus RashfordCredit: GettyThe Love Island star recently attended a lavish Manchester bashCredit: SplashThe model has gathered a huge social media followingCredit: InstagramGrace, 25, entered Love Island earlier this yearCredit: RexMarcus Rashford has been dating the former Love Island favouriteCredit: GettyDuring her stint on the show, Grace hooked up with former Towie star Joey Essex.It later emerged that the pair already knew each other, having enjoyed a holiday romance last year.Following the conclusion of Love Island, Grace dated fellow contestant Reuben Collins.But after ending that relationship in September, she has since found love with Manchester United star Rashford.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGrace hails from Walkden, Manchester, and quickly hit it off with the England international.A pal exclusively told The Sun on Sunday: “Marcus and Grace have been quietly spending time together and he has whisked her on numerous dates around Cheshire.”They get on really well and have lots in common.”During her time in the Love Island villa, Grace amassed a huge social media following.Most read in FootballGrace has nearly 600,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagramHer snaps routinely receive more than 20,000 likesCredit: InstagramThe influencer has been inundated with modelling offersCredit: InstagramGrace hooked up with Joey Essex on Love IslandCredit: RexShe has nearly 600,000 Instagram followers, with her posts routinely receiving more than 20,000 likes.In August she landed a huge six-figure fashion deal with brand EGO, barely a month after leaving the villa.Grace Jackson’s Stylish Breakthrough: From Love Island to Top Fashion DealAt the time, The Sun revealed that Grace accepted the eye-watering deal after being inundated with offers. A rep for Grace told The Sun: “We are so excited to announce after multiple offers Grace has signed a deal with EGO worth six figures.”Grace has always loved EGO and the creative ideas really align with her style and personality.”No other islander has done anything like this for a first brand deal and we know it’s going to be a huge moment for Grace.”The Sun reported that Grace was set to follow in the footsteps of Molly-Mae Hague – becoming the first millionaire of the series.Prior to signing with EGO, she also held talks with PrettyLittleThing.READ MORE SUN STORIESRashford, 27, split from childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi last year.The forward recently enjoyed a trip to New York with pals during last month’s international break.Grace is ‘smitten’ with Marcus RashfordCredit: instagramThe influencer loves a night out in ManchesterCredit: SplashGrace did not reach the Love Island finalCredit: SplashShe has been backed to become a Love Island millionaireCredit: Instagram More