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    ‘Knew the camera was on him’ – Fans divided by Nathan Jones as Charlton boss kneels down and PRAYS before final whistle

    FANS were left divided by Nathan Jones’ bizarre antics after the Charlton boss dropped to his knees and prayed BEFORE the final whistle against Wycombe.The 51-year-old gaffer was highly emotional as he led his side to the League One play-off final at Wembley later this month.Fans were divided by Nathan Jones’ antics towards the end of Charlton’s win over WycombeCredit: Sky SportsThe Welshman fell to his knees and prayed moments before the final whistleCredit: Sky SportsJones was highly emotional as the final whistle blewCredit: Sky SportsHe was mobbed by fans as they toasted their playoff winCredit: Sky SportsAn 81st minute strike from Matty Godden was enough to seal a 1-0 aggregate win for the Addicks on Thursday night.They will now play Leyton Orient for a spot in the Championship, with Charlton relegated from England’s second tier in 2021.But it was manager Jones who stole the show with his touchline dramatics at The Valley.The former Luton, Stoke and Southampton gaffer joined Charlton in February 2024.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the pressure appeared to get to Jones as last night’s match entered its last innings.With just seconds left on the clock, the Welshman dropped to his knees and began praying for the final whistle.Jones, a devout Christian, waved his arms to the sky before joining his hands together.And as the game ended, he once again collapsed to the ground before being mobbed by fans.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBut supporters watching at home were left with mixed feelings.One declared: “He knew the cameras were on him.”Harry Maguire gets over Man Utd woes with trip to watch former club in Championship play-off clashAnother noted: “It’s a semi-final, not the Oscars.”One said: “How can anyone not love this passion?”Another added: “Done some job at Charlton.” More

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    Real Madrid star Raul Asencio breaks silence as he faces trial over ‘video of underage girl having sex with team-mates’

    RAUL ASENCIO has fiercely protested his innocence after being accused of distributing a sexual video involving an underage girl.The Real Madrid star is due to stand trial in the Canary Islands and could face five years in prison.Raul Asencio has broken his silence ahead of his trial in the Canary IslandsCredit: GettyThe Madrid centre-back is accused of distributing a sexual video involving an underage girlCredit: GettyAsencio is accused of sharing footage involving three former Madrid reserve players.It is claimed the players involved lied when they told the two girls – allegedly aged 16 and 18 – that the recorded sexual material had been deleted.Ferran Ruiz, 22, Juan Rodriguez, 23, and Andres Garcia, 22, were arrested in September 2023.Asencio’s appeal against his inclusion in the upcoming trial was rejected in February.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLPosting on X, Asencio wrote on Thursday: “I have not participated in any behaviour that violates the sexual freedom of any woman, much less minors.”In a lengthy statement, the Los Blancos star said the “presumption of innocence must continue to prevail.”He added: “Should charges ultimately be filed and a trial commence, I will continue to defend myself before the Courts and Tribunals, in which I have full confidence, reaffirming my innocence of any criminal conduct. “All of this is without prejudice to the utmost respect for the conduct of the judicial proceedings as a whole, including those of the other persons under investigation.Most read in Football”I want to reiterate, once again, my absolute respect for the rights to sexual freedom and privacy of all women.”Asensio claims the video was recorded “in a location other than where I was”.Carlo Ancelotti named Brazil coach as former Chelsea boss makes history after leaving Real MadridBut despite the judge making clear he is not being charged for making the footage, he remains indicted on charges of sharing it.He added: “[The ruling] does not accuse me of having had sexual relations with the two women involved, nor of having recorded them, with or without their consent. “Likewise, the court order clarifies that I was not the one who sent any intimate images or videos to third parties, which, I reiterate, were recorded in a location other than where I was.”The court order, as far as I am concerned, limits its content to the eventual momentary viewing of some images by a third party, without attributing to me any participation in their recording or dissemination.”The four Madrid players were arrested after a complaint was filed by the mother of a 16-year-old girl in the Canary Islands.The complainant stated that the sexual activity was consensual, but the alleged recording was not.Read More on The SunAsencio, 22, has risen through the ranks at Madrid to become a regular starter this season.The centre-back has made 34 appearances this season across all competitions. More

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    Arsenal star Jakub Kiwior turns director as he films twerk queen Wag doing raunchy dance routine in water

    JAKUB KIWIOR has tried his hand at directing after filming his partner doing a raunchy dance routine in water.The Arsenal star is dating Claudia Kowalczyk, who made her name as a twerking champion.Claudia Kowalczyk showed off her stunning dance movesCredit: https://x.com/ArsenalN7/status/1922887165404643375She performed the routine whilst drenched in waterCredit: https://x.com/ArsenalN7/status/1922887165404643375She was filmed by partner and Arsenal star Jakub KiwiorCredit: https://x.com/ArsenalN7/status/1922887165404643375He was very focused on his taskCredit: https://x.com/ArsenalN7/status/1922887165404643375Kiwior, 25, was spotted by fans filming his impressive dancing partner in a new video.The defender can be seen holding a camera and concentrating on capturing the moment.Claudia, 30, meanwhile takes centre stage as she performs a stunning dance in water while wearing a tight-fitted leotard.Fans were stunned on social media as they reacted to the moment.READ MORE ON ARSENALOne posted: “Is that Jakub Kiwior behind the camera?”A second wrote: “My guy is so serious.”A third commented: “Winning on and off the pitch.”A fourth said: “Guy can do anything, what a legend.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnother added: “They said teamwork makes the dream work, and this is the most glamorous example I’ve ever seen.”Claudia, who goes under the moniker ‘Claudia Redheaded’ has a fanbase of 80k followers on Instagram.Jakub Kiwior’s stunning twerk queen Wag shakes bum in the sea in Greece as he prepares to star for Poland at Euro 2024It is not the first time she her performed in waterCredit: Instagram / @claudia.redheaded_babeClaudia is a twerking queenCredit: https://www.instagram.com/claudia.redheaded_babe/Her and Kiwior have been together before he joined ArsenalCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babeShe has a big fan base on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @claudia.redheaded_babeShe has often caught the attention of her followers as she previously stunned in a black leather cat mask.The beauty has also caught the eye in a hot tub while on holiday with Kiwior.And after wiggling her bum on the beach as she soaked up the sun in Dubai.The defender endured a slow start to life at Arsenal following his £21million switch from Italian outfit Spezia.He had been tipped with an exit from the Emirates Stadium with AC Milan interested.However, he has established himself as a key member of the squad following the injury to Gabriel Magalhães earlier this year.She has 80,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babeShe regularly posts twerking tutorials on social mediaCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babeThe couple appear very loved up with eacthotherCredit: Instagram / @claudia.redheaded_babe More

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    Liverpool ‘could sign £52m Chelsea flop in shock transfer but face competition from Newcastle’

    LIVERPOOL have reportedly entered the race to sign Chelsea flop Christopher Nkunku.But the Reds face competition from Premier League rivals Newcastle, as well as a European superpower.Liverpool are set to battle Newcastle for Chelsea flop Christopher NkunkuCredit: GettyNkunku, 27, has struggled to shine since a £52million move to Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023.The 14-time France international joined off the back of several knee injuries.And disaster struck in pre-season when he hurt the same area once again, forcing him to undergo surgery.Nkunku has now been sidelined since February with a hamstring injury.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe’s managed to score just 17 goals in 56 outings for the Blues.And as a result, Foot Mercato claims Nkunku will leave Chelsea at the end of the season.However, the versatile forward could end up remaining in the Premier League.It’s reckoned that Liverpool have emerged as shock contenders after storming to the Premier League title in Arne Slot’s debut season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Reds could be set to part ways with Darwin Nunez.While the futures of Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota and Federico Chiesa also remain unclear. Chelsea star Cole Palmer admits he threw up in the pool on holiday and got his hand stuck in a Pringles tubeNkunku’s ability to play anywhere across the front line, as well as in midfield, makes him an attractive signing for Slot.And if he could get anywhere near the 58 goals he struck across his final two seasons at Leipzig, it would turn out to be an extremely savvy signing.However, Liverpool aren’t the only English side who are said to be interested.Newcastle have also been informed about Nkunku’s situation and are looking to put together funds for a bid.But the ace could yet be swayed by a return to Germany with Bayern Munich.The Bundesliga champs tried and failed to sign Nkunku in January.Read More on The SunThomas Muller is leaving Bayern this summer, freeing up a position for a new forward who predominantly plays through the middle off a No9.And after his success at former club Leipzig, plus his struggles in England with Chelsea, Bayern could end up being Nkunku’s preferred choice. More

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    Pope’s beloved team go on strike as unpaid players release furious statement saying ‘it’s a mockery’

    ARGENTINE side San Lorenzo — the late Pope Francis’ favourite team — have gone on strike after unpaid players slammed their situation as a “mockery.”The Buenos Aires club is regarded as one of Argentina’s top sides.San Lorenzo players have gone on strike after not being paid since FebruaryCredit: APThe late Pope Francis supported the Argentine sideCredit: GettyThey paid tribute to him with a pitch-side statue last monthCredit: AFPPope Francis, who died last month, was their most famous fan and regularly attended matches as a boy with his father.A statue was even unveiled of him by San Lorenzo’s pitch following his passing.And in the meantime, fans continue to dream of another title win, with their last victory coming in 2013 — a year before their one and only Copa Libertadores triumph.But now, players at the club have decided to go on strike after revealing they have yet to be paid since February.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLStars including former Spain international Iker Munian, who played 560 times for Athletic Bilbao before joining San Lorenzo last year, are now skipping training sessions in protest.The decision comes 16 games into the Primera Division season, with San Lorenzo currently fourth in Group B behind Independiente, River Plate and Rosario Central.Their next match is on Monday against Argentinos Juniors, who currently top Group A ahead of Boca Juniors.And in a joint statement, San Lorenzo’s players slammed the situation at the club.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSIt read: “We have gone several months without receiving our salaries, which not only impacts our families but also jeopardises our professional performance. It’s a mockery.”However, we believe it is time to raise our voices. Recent public events feel like an insult to our work group. This is not just about money; it’s about respect, dignity, and basic working conditions every player deserves. World leaders pay tribute after death of Pope Francis”We are not seeking conflict but a concrete and fair solution.”New San Lorenzo president Julio Lopardo, who recently replaced Marcelo Moretta following an alleged bribery scandal, revealed he was doing everything possible to get the players paid.He said: “The players’ demands are understandable; the team has been enduring this situation for a long time—unfulfilled commitments and unfinalised agreements. This strike is their way to express their grievances.“We have discussed the matter with the squad; they have made their case public, and everything is fine now. We are working toward an agreement to end the strike. The players will take the field and fight to win—they just wanted to be heard.”Meanwhile, sporting director La Roca Sanchez added that an agreement over outstanding wages has already been struck.He added: “The management is working to resolve everything as soon as possible and get everything back to normal. An agreement was reached to collect the outstanding balance and allow the players to focus on Monday’s game. There is goodwill on both sides.” More

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    Man Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s fortune plummets by more than £6BILLION as he tumbles down Sunday Times Rich List

    MANCHESTER UNITED co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has tumbled down the Sunday Times Rich List following a drop in his net worth.The 72-year-old has suffered a £6.5BILLION decline over the last year, making him one of the biggest fallers on the list.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s net worth has droppedCredit: PAThe 72-year-old has suffered a £6.5billion decline over the last yearCredit: PAAs a result, his net worth now stands at £17bn.Last year, Ratcliffe had a net worth of £23.5bn and was placed fourth on the Sunday Times Rich List.And in 2023, he placed second having been worth just shy of £30bn.It comes as…READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, he is now seventh in the rankings amid another difficult season with United in the Premier League.The Red Devils currently sit 16th in the table with just two games left to play.Ruben Amorim and Co still have the opportunity to qualify for the Champions League.Most read in FootballShould they beat Prem rivals Tottenham in the Europa League final next week, they will earn a place in Europe’s elite competition.But if they fail to do that, United will miss out on around £100million worth of revenue.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordUnited must win the Europa League to avoid a huge financial lossCredit: ReutersRatcliffe and his team of Ineos executives have already made hundreds of redundancies at Man Utd since taking over at the start of last year.Many staff members are now concerned about their job safety should the Red Devils fail to win the Europa League due to the loss of revenue.Ruben Amorim vows to QUIT Man Utd if horror slump continues as dejected boss identifies ‘most dangerous thing’ at clubOn top of that, the club’s new 100,000-seater stadium is expected to cost more than £2bn which could see Ratcliffe’s net worth decline further.The new stadium is currently expected to open prior to the 2030-31 campaign.Ratcliffe previously claimed that United would have run out of money by the end of this year had he not made a number of controversial cost cuts.Above the British billionaire in this year’s Sunday Times Rich List are Guy, George, Alannah and Galen Weston and family, who previously owned several department stores in the Selfridges Group and now own Fortnum & Mason.Below him is Lakshmi Mittal and family, owners of the world’s second largest steelmaking company.Ratcliffe is the chairman and CEO of the INEOS chemicals group, which he founded in 1998.He made his fortune through INEOS but has since invested a large sum of his money into different sports.The billionaire purchased the Team Sky cycling franchise in 2019 and rebranded it to Team INEOS.Read More on The SunOne year later he and INEOS became principal partners of Formula One giant Mercedes.As well as Man Utd, he also owns Ligue 1 side OGC Nice. More

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    Madelene Wright sends fans wild in lacy robe as they call glamorous football star ‘prettiest girl’

    MADELENE WRIGHT showed fans a nightie to remember as she swapped the beach for the bedroom.The footballer sent her social media following soaring with the temperature when she posed in a bikini on a sunny holiday last month.Madelene Wright wore a silky numberCredit: Credit: X formerly Twitter / @WrightMadelene_She is happy to pose around her homeCredit: X formerly Twitter / @WrightMadelene_Madelene’s classy taste in vases caught the eye hereCredit: instagram @madelene_wrightNow the OnlyFans star been called “the prettiest girl” and a “dream woman” after sharing a snap from a more cosy venue.Revealing a thigh in a lacy nightgown, Madelene captioned the selfie “home” and added a white heart emoji.In the background was a bed in a similar off-white colour to her robe.And as Madelene gazed coolly for her picture, one fan responded on Instagram: “She’s a baddie.”READ MORE ON MADELENE WRIGHTAnother wrote: “Ah Man Maddie you’re just incredible.”A third posted: “Wow, just wow, you’re so beautiful.”Madelene has revived her playing career over the past year.The former Millwall player was axed by Charlton in 2020 after posting controversial videos on Snapchat.Most read in FootballShe was seen apparently inhaling a balloon and also drinking champagne at the wheel of a Range Rover.At the same time she started raking it in by becoming a big hit on adult content website OnlyFans.Glam footballer Madelene Wright shows off her new glasses with smouldering video before sharing cheeky bum pic A footballing comeback with Leyton Orient was short-lived before she returned once again – with Chesham United Ladies last year.However, that on-pitch activity has far from curtailed her online offerings.The 26-year-old is now up to 323,000 followers on Instagram – not to mention her huge following on other forms of social media.She sported long straight blonde hair in her new bedroom snap – which soon racked up thousands of hits.As for her next daring photo adventure, perhaps she has decided to sleep on it.A glimpse into the life of the influencer…Wright lives a glamourous lifestyleShe often wows her fans with raunchy picturesCredit: InstagramMadelene has over 300k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightShe recently celebrated her 25th birthdayCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wrightThe football also has an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wrightShe claimed to have made over £500,000 from the platformCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightThe footballer has recently signed for Leyton OrientCredit: Instagram/@madelene_wrightShe has continued her OnlyFansCredit: twitter @MaddieMadeleneShe often dresses in revealing outfitsCredit: InstagramMadelene used to play for CharltonCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright More

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    Barcelona win LaLiga at Espanyol as fierce rivals turn sprinklers on to dampen celebration before Hansi Flick intervenes

    ESPNAYOL soaked Barcelona stars celebrating their LaLiga title by turning on the sprinklers.Goals from Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez saw them beat their bitter Catalan rivals 2-0 and they can no longer be caught by Real Madrid.Lamine Yamal scored to wrap up the league title for BarcaCredit: GettyThere was an altercation between celebrating Barca stars and EspanyolCredit: AFPThe sprinklers were turned on to get Barca players off the pitchCredit: Shutterstock EditorialMany continued to celebrate as they got drenchedCredit: AFPHansi Flick pushed his players down the tunnelCredit: @itvfootballTonight’s victory comes two years and one day on from when Barcelona did exactly the same thing to win the title at the RCDE Stadium in 2023.Barca stars celebrated on the pitch that day but were quickly chased off by Espanyol hooligans that tried to attack them.Current boss Hansi Flick did not want the same to happen again and immediately gestured for his players to return to the dressing room as the full-time whistle went.Yet many ignored their manager and several substitutes sprinted onto the field to celebrate.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt infuriated Espanyol players and there was an altercation as Gerard Martin appeared to push Pere Milla to the floor.Then as Ronaldo Araujo and Jules Kounde joined Flick in appealing for calm, the sprinklers were turned on to encourage Barca players off the pitch.Though it did not work as Alejandro Balde, Pau Victor, Andreas Christensen and Dani Olmo were just some seen dancing underneath the unwanted shower.Meanwhile, Flick was spotted angrily pushing his coaches and players down the tunnel.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNo Espanyol fans made it onto the pitch as riot police stood in the way of their ultras behind the goal.But many of them were not in their seats for the game in protest as they wanted the match cancelled.Horrifying moment car ploughs into huge crowd of Espanyol-Barcelona fans near stadium ahead of derby clashHorror scenes outside the ground before kick-off saw a car plough into a huge crowds of fans.Footage shows a white vehicle facing crowds as objects are thrown towards it.The car then picks up speed and drives into people, with some seen hanging onto the windscreen as several supporters sustained injuries.Catalan police have initially said a female driver lost control of her car and it was accidental. Barca stars had to sprint to safety in the tunnel two years agoCredit: GettyFans were able to evade the security and throw chairs at them last time it happenedCredit: Getty More