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      Chelsea’s Fernandez poses with girlfriend for first time since split after ‘Argentina team-mate tried to seduce her’

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      CHELSEA midfielder Enzo Fernandez posed publicly with his girlfriend Valentina Cervantes for the first time since their brief split last October.The midfielder delighted fans with a snap from the Stamford Bridge pitch of the couple alongside their children Olivia, four, and Benjamin, one.Enzo Fernandes posed publicly with Valentina Cervantes for the first time since their splitThe couple went their separate ways in OctoberCredit: https://www.instagram.com/valucervantes/?hl=enThey re-united in January amid rumours one of Fernandez’s team-mates was speaking to ValentinaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/valucervantes/?hl=enValentina says she and the Chelsea star have worked through their problemsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/valucervantes/?hl=enFernandez, whose pass led to Spain defender Marc Cucurella’s winning goal against struggling Leicester, had posted several photos of their kids but none of 24-year-old influencer Valentina since she announced the end of the relationship.She confirmed last month they were back together – after reports Fernandez had tried to fix their relationship when he discovered an Argentina team-mate was trying to seduce her – but has yet to post her own pics with the Chelsea star.One of Fernandez’s 11.3 million followers on Instagram reacted to the happy family snap by saying: “Very good. You couldn’t lose that amazing woman.”Another, referencing the reports about Valentina and other footballers which she was quick to refute after confirming she had patched things up with Fernandez, said: “She did it very well. He wanted to be alone?READ MORE ON CHELSEA“With great dignity, she told him that it was perfect and literally left him alone: she took the kids to Argentina, got a job where she is doing well, and told him, “Calm down, I don’t need you.”“By the way, she sent word that many footballers invited her out and that she was willing to fall in love again. My new idol.”Another fan added: “The photo more than half the world were waiting for.”Fernandez and Valentina had sparked reunion rumours at the end of January after being spotted kissing and holding hands as it emerged she was still in London and had yet to return to Argentina with their two children nearly a month after flying to the UK for New Year to “stay a few days.”She went on to fuel fans’ expectations by posting photos showing her having breakfast in a dressing gown on a hotel balcony opposite Rome’s Colosseum with two coffee cups on the table.Most read in FootballConfirming they were back together as she prepared to head back to London last month after a modelling assignment in Buenos Aires, Valentina told an Argentine TV programme: “When I took the children to the UK for New Year we were able to speak.“We’re a family, we’re very young, our children are still very small and while there’s love and good communication, I don’t think there’s anything that can’t be fixed.”Watch Argentina World Cup winner and £107m Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez play hurling on holiday in Ireland Valentina will return to Argentina for work commitmentsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/valucervantes/?hl=enShe denied the rumours that have been circulatingCredit: https://www.instagram.com/valucervantes/?hl=enValentina and Fernandez have two children togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/valucervantes/?hl=enShe added in an impromptu airport interview before catching her flight: “Maybe by being with Fernandez in the UK, we realised, he more than anything, that he missed us as his family, that he missed me, and I think it was that.“This separation was good for us so that he realised a lot of things.“Thankfully I’m doing very well. From the beginning, even when we were apart, I had good expectations and I still have them now.“There are worse crises and thankfully ours never became a big thing.”Valentina has just signed for Buenos Aires-based model and talent agency Multitalent Agency and has said she will leave Olivia, who is now enrolled at school in the UK, with Fernandez and fly back to Argentina with their toddler son for future work commitments.Reports around the time the first reunion rumours emerged at the end of January centred on Fernandez trying to fix their love affair after discovering an Argentina team-mate was trying to seduce Valentina.Journalist Daniel Fava said on America TV show A la Tarde he had been told a fellow world champion was “sniffing around her” and then added in a second bombshell claim “more than one footballer” had contacted her over social media since the couple’s shock split.Valentina rubbished the claims as she confirmed she and Fernandez were back together, saying: “I don’t know how that came out or where it came from, but it’s false that one of Fernandez’s team-mates wrote to me.“If one had I probably wouldn’t say so publicly anyway, but I’d tell Fernandez and I haven’t said anything because it’s not true what’s been said.”She also admitted she hadn’t asked the footballer whether he’d slept with anyone else during their near-four month break but revealed Fernandez had asked her.Valentina announced the end of their relationship in late October by writing on Instagram: “With Enzo, today we decided to put space between us.“But we will always be family and we will support each other in everything because there are two children in the middle who need a lot of our love for them.“I know the person and the excellent father that Enzo is, and the heart he has and with that, I’m satisfied.“Don’t try to create wars where there are none.”In an interview with Argentine newspaper La Nacion in December where she revealed the New Year family reunion, Valentina admitted she and Fernandez lived and slept together for another 10 days after he left her shell-shocked by telling her “from one day to the next” he didn’t want to be with her anymore.Speaking of his decision to call time on their relationship, she added: “I think it was a combination of things on his part. He made the decision and I respected it. We have two children together.“To this day, we try to have a good relationship, we try to share, so that the kids can continue living together.“If you ask me what happened, I have nothing specific to tell you.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I just think that he decided to focus 100 per cent on his career, on performing, on finding himself.“He might not have been at his best as a player and tried to find it. Today, fortunately, things are going well for him. That’s why I’m also happy.” More

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      Moment Club Brugge star sparks mass brawl with controversial flag act after fierce derby win

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      A FOOTBALL star sparked a mass brawl after planting his team’s flag in the middle of his bitter rivals’ pitch after beating them in a heated derby. Belgian side Club Brugge defeated hated neighbours Cercle Brugge 3-1 at the Jan Breydel Stadium on Sunday.Club Brugge star Ardon Jashari sparked a brawl as he attempted a controversial actCredit: https://x.com/eurofootcomThe midfielder was seen holding a Club Brugge flagCredit: https://x.com/eurofootcomHe was seen trying to plant the flag in the middle of the pitchCredit: https://x.com/eurofootcomJashari was confronted by players of rival Cercle Brugge, who had lost 3-1Credit: https://x.com/eurofootcomThe flag was booted away, but the act caused a wild confrontation between playersCredit: https://x.com/eurofootcomPlayers were seen shoving and shouting at each other as they argued about the moveCredit: https://x.com/eurofootcomHowever, Brugge star Ardon Jashari, 22, wanted to rub the noses of their rivals in the defeat even more.The Swiss midfielder was seen running on to the field with a blue and black flag – the colour of Club Brugge – which he then attempted to plant in the centre circle of the pitch.However, already suffering the ignominy of losing at home to their rivals, Cercle players refused to let him get away with it.Players and coaches ran over to Jashari as he planted the flag before goalkeeper Maxime Delanghe booted it out of the ground before carrying it away.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIncensed Cercle stars confronted the 22-year-old as rival players from both sides then became involved in a shoving match, serenaded by intense whistling from the crowd.It was a moment which drew parallels with Graeme Souness’ own flag planting act when – as manager – he placed a Galatasaray flag in the middle of the pitch after a 3-0 win over Fenerbahce in the Turkish Cup in 1996.That moment nearly sparked a riot as tensions threatened to boil over between the Istanbul rivals.The case in Belgium on Sunday was more low-key than the incident back then, though Jashari will almost certainly be public enemy No1 to any Cercle Brugge fans.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsCercle Brugge and Club Brugge share the 29,000 capacity stadium in Bruges.It is a similar deal to the way Inter Milan and AC Milan share the San Siro, which has been the case since 1947.I sold Lamine Yamal trading card for life changing amount – my wife doesn’t think it’s a silly hobby nowThe game itself came after “away” side Club Brugge suffered a 3-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the Champions League last-16 there in midweek.The city-owned stadium was built in 1975 and hosted four games during the 2000 European Championships – three group games and a quarter-final between Spain and eventual winners France.It had echoes of Graeme Souness planting a Galatasaray flag in the pitch after a win over Fenerbahce More

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      MOTD pundit makes embarrassing blunder live on BBC that leaves Lineker ‘corpsing with laughter’ – did you spot it?

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      JOE HART made a subtle error while appearing on Match of the Day as a pundit at the weekend, leaving Gary Lineker and Micah Richards in stitches.The 37-year-old was a guest pundit on Saturday’s edition of the Premier League highlights show.Joe Hart left Gary Lineker and Micah Richards in stitches with a bizarre piece of analysis on MOTDCredit: https://x.com/BBCMOTDLineker revealed he was copying and speaking to the directorCredit: https://x.com/BBCMOTDBut when discussing Brighton’s clash with Fulham he stunned his colleagues with a small mistake.During his analysis of Jan Paul van Hecke’s equaliser, he said: “What a great header that is.”He’s got a clean run. Yeah, you’re right. It’s a heck of a header, that.”Both Lineker and Richards burst into laughter before the former revealed that Hart was just agreeing with the director giving him instructions behind-the-scenes.Read More in FootballThe ex-goalkeeper responded: “I’m having conversations in my head!”Lineker discussed the incident further in Monday’s episode of The Rest is Football podcast.He explained: “There was a wonderful moment, I don’t know whether you saw it Alan but it was brilliant.”Micah and myself were almost corpsing with laughter because he’s doing his analysis and Joe was going through his bits.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free bets”Van Hecke scored and Jamie (the editor) said, ‘oh that was a heck of a header,’ and Joe answered him, he was in his ear and he went, ‘yes it was.'”Micah and myself, because we hear the same feed in our ears, you know the gallery talking, and it was so funny.”BBC viewers spot bonkers MOTD editing blunder as Tyrone Mings is in two places at once Richards went on to say: “It was a brilliant moment.”The duo then referenced the slip-up again later in the episode, with Lineker saying: “There was a really good header, wasn’t there, Micah? from Van Hecke.”Ex-Manchester City star Richards responded: “It was a heck of a header!”And Lineker joked: “It was a heck of a header. ‘Yes it was, yes it was.'”It comes after BBC chairman Samir Shah revealed that he believes Match of the Day should not be about football highlights.He told The Times: “[Match of the Day] should not be built around highlights.”It should be built around analysis and examination of the match to give viewers a deeper insight.”Furious supporters have urged him not to mess with the 61-year-old format and ex-boss Harry Redknapp, 78, said: “It’s not a talk show. People tune in because they want to watch the football.”I know it’s different to the old days, when it was the only way to see football on TV, but you still want to see what’s happened, not listen to someone telling you why.”Meanwhile, the Sun’s head of sport Shaun Custis hit back: “There is a misconception that everyone has seen the goals before Match of the Day. People do have lives, they aren’t watching football all day on Saturday.”We’re already drowning in analysis. Nobody down the pub talks about expected goals, transitions and goal involvements.”And many people I know record MoTD and fast- forward through the analysis just to watch the matches.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMotD is already in line for a summer make-over when long-time host Gary Lineker steps aside after 26 years.Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Kelly Cates will take over. More

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      Stats show how Ruben Amorim emulated idol Jose Mourinho with cautious Man Utd tactics keeping Arsenal at bay

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      RUBEN AMORIM was able to emulate his idol Jose Moruinho by stifling Arsenal – as stats show.The Red Devils manager oversaw one of his side’s best performances since he replaced Erik ten Hag earlier this season.Ruben Amorim set Manchester United up in a low-block against ArsenalCredit: PAThe Red Devils were far from adventurous, but prevented Arsenal creating too many chancesCredit: PAAnd they went on to cause the Gunners problems on the counter-attackCredit: GettyAmorim, 40, has not had a lot to cheer about since he was appointed Manchester United manager back in November.But the credible 1-1 draw against the title-chasing Arsenal at Old Trafford was a measurable improvement on recent outings.During the game, the hosts took the lead through a stunning Bruno Fernandes free-kick.A wonderful strike from Declan Rice late in the second half earned Arsenal a share of the spoils, but effectively ruled them out of the title race.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSMikel Arteta’s side dominated the ball for much of the game but struggled to create many clearcut opportunities.The hosts, on the other hand created the most dangerous chances, and were unlucky not to be out of sight by the time Rice struck.David Raya made great stops to deny both Noussair Mazraoui and Joshua Zirkzee to keep the difference to just one goal.Following the match, stats showed that Man United were happy to camp in their own half and soak up the Arsenal attack.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOf the entire Man Utd team, only Alejandro Garnacho had an average position in the opposition half over the course of the 90 minutes.By comparison, every Arsenal player except Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba spent the bulk of the game in Man Utd territory.Roy Keane fears Man Utd will get WORSE and reveals biggest red flag that could spell the end for Ruben AmorimBut Amorim’s tactics allowed his side to create space behind the visitors’ backline.This almost led to goals on multiple occasions, including in the dying moments, as Raya denied Fernandes with a reaction save then palmed the ball away on the goal line as it was about to roll in.Speaking after the game, Amorim admitted that he does not want to play a low-block style regularly but knew it was needed to ensure the best possible outcome in Sunday’s game.He told Sky Sports: “I think we did well. Of course, we don’t want to play like this [with a low block] defending so much and giving the ball to the opponent.”But with all the games, all the problems, the characteristics of the players – Lindelof to let him not have a lot of metres to cover, Casemiro is comfortable in these types of games.”I tried to adapt and imagine a game we could win. It’s also the opponent.”The last game before the Champions League was high pressure by PSV, man to man. They are harder to make in this way.”In the low block we can control the game and then we have some good players in the transition – Garnacho made a really complete game.”We try to keep the starting eleven until the goal. When you suffer a goal, the players tire.”We try to choose the best moments to press high. When you coach Manchester United, you cannot play too much like that.”You have to try to win the game. I know it is frustrating for the fans sometimes.”We have to deal with that and sometimes do things that are not popular.”Amorim has previously admitted that he looks up to former Man United boss Jose Mourinho.He has even been nicknamed ‘Mourinho 2.0’ in the past.The now-Fenerbahce boss enjoyed great success playing a low-block and counter-attacking style.In his pomp he helped the likes of Inter Milan and Porto win the Champions League and Chelsea win the Premier League playing his football.And the Special One arguably gave Man Utd its most successful period since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson.He won the Europa League at the club and led them to a second placed finish in 2017/18 and insisted that it was his most outstanding achievement.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, meanwhile, was frustrated by United’s style of play, despite not being averse to setting up his own side in the same way when necessary.The Spaniard insisted his team dominated the game but struggled to create in the final third.Before walking out of his interview with Sky Sports, he said: “Very frustrating we haven’t won with the dominance and the chances we had in the first half.”We gave the ball away out of nothing. Gave a foul away. We had them in the second half, you could feel they were really fatigued.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It was the threat in the final 25 metres to make something happen.”They didn’t want to play. You come here and you want to win the game. It is frustration.”Mikel Arteta was left frustrated by Man United’s tacticsCredit: GettyAmorim looked up to Jose MourinhoCredit: Getty More

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      Cole Palmer insisted on playing with DIARRHOEA after being wiped out ill for 48 hours, reveals Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca

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      COLE PALMER had an afternoon to forget as he suffered stomach cramps and missed his first penalty as a pro.The England ace insisted on playing, despite being ill for 24 hours before this hard-fought win.Cole Palmer was ill for two days before playing against Leicester CityCredit: ReutersEnzo Maresca revealed that Palmer had diarrhoeaCredit: APMarc Cucurella’s second-half strike against Leicester City sent the Blues back into the top four.Palmer — whose perfect record of 15 spot-kicks for club and country was KO’d by Mads Hermansen — went straight to the loo after being subbed off.And boss Enzo Maresca said: “Cole didn’t train on Saturday. During the night he didn’t feel well.“This morning he woke up and said, ‘I want to be on the pitch to help us play in the Champions League’.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWS“In the last two days, he was completely out. Fever and I don’t know if it’s something I can say in English — diarrhoea.“But he asked to play  and this shows how he wants to bring this club where it belongs.”Cole’s first-half penalty woe came when Jadon Sancho was fouled by Victor Kristiansen.Maresca celebrated wildly at the final whistle and revealed Leicester’s tactical trickery meant Chelsea’s pre-match plans had to be ripped up just minutes before kick-off.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDefender Cucurella’s winner was his fourth Prem goal of the season for Chelsea.Maresca also called on fans to be more positive after boos were heard at half-time at Stamford Bridge as they struggled to brush relegation-bound Leicester aside.’That will live with me forever – Boxing champ reveals crazy party with Chelsea stars after 2012 Champions League finalThe Italian said: “I am happy. The main reason is because when we prepare a game, we watch as many games as possible.“So we watched Leicester and they always played with a line of four.“They arrived here with a line of five. So all our sessions were rubbish.“I understand when there is a negative feeling. But today, how many chances did we create in the first half?“People have to understand this is our style and way we’re going to play.“When a team creates the amount of chances we did today, you have to be happy. It’s not easy.“If you think football is just a PlayStation and you win easily — no way. Every game is difficult. We need our fans.”The Foxes are six points adrift of Prem safety with ten matches left.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut boss Ruud van Nistelrooy said: “The display was really good, a lot of heart, a lot of spirit.“We don’t know if we will run out of time. What we do know is we have today and tomorrow.” More

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      Former England star Sol Campbell, 50, reveals new job developing AI football coaches

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      SOL CAMPBELL wants to create a “virtual coach” and take AI-led scouting and coaching platforms across the globe.The former Arsenal and England defender started working with a Swiss tech firm last year.Sol Campbell plans to take AI-led coaching across the worldCredit: GettyHis role was to leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence to help clubs analyse matches and player performance.Campbell, 50, has now branched out on his own and wants take his ideas and software worldwide.He said: “In the UK, there are so many analysts and it’s great.“This is for India, America, Africa and the Caribbean where they need sophisticated coaching.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I’m trying to develop, in the future, something where everyone will have access to high-level coaching, wherever you are in the world.”Yet Campbell urged caution about the rise of AI.He said: “You cannot disregard the human eye and experienced coach, scout or fitness expert.”Campbell has experience in coaching from his days as manager of Macclesfield Town and Southend United.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAs a player, he worked alongside legendary bosses like Arsene Wenger, George Graham and Sven-Goran Eriksson.Campbell won two Premier Leagues and three FA Cups at Arsenal after his controversial move from rivals Tottenham in 2001.Thomas Tuchel’s first day at St. George’s Park as he meets England staff and coaches More

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      Mum of Thibaut Courtois’ love-child reveals fear they will be made homeless over unpaid mortgage despite his huge salary

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      THE mother of football star Thibaut Courtois’ love child fears they will be made homeless as she cannot afford to pay for her damp-ridden house.Elsa Izac, 50, fears the £3million property could be repossessed as she owes £63,000 in mortgage payments, while severe mould eats away at its ceilings.The mum of Thibaut Courtois’ lovechild fears they will be made homeless as she cannot afford to pay for her damp-ridden houseCredit: GettyElsa Izac fears her home could be repossessed as she owes £63,000 in unmet mortgage paymentsCredit: Peter JordanSevere mould eats away at the ceilings in the propertyCredit: Peter JordanMeanwhile, £35million Real Madrid goalie Courtois, 32, lives a life of luxury in the Spanish capital on pay of £240,000 a week.Elsa, mother to seven-year-old Enzo, said: “Our house is falling apart. We simply can’t continue to live like this.”The former Versace fashion designer had a fling with the Belgian international after he moved in next-door when he joined Chelsea in 2014. They had Enzo three years later.Elsa says that in 2020 Courtois was told to pay her maintenance. Read More on SportBut Elsa, of Wimbledon, South West ­London, said it is not enough.She added: “I’m scared the bank will repossess our home and worry whenever someone knocks on the door. I don’t want to find us homeless suddenly.“It is not acceptable for me to see Thibaut travelling on private jets, partying in yachts, then leaving his child here in this environment.“Surely he can spare a bit more to look after his son?”Most read in FootballCourtois also has an 11-month-old daughter with his wife, and two other children from a previous relationship. He has been approached for comment.Thibaut Courtois’ honeymoon doesn’t go to plan for stunning wife as she shares what it’s like to marry an athleteElsa, mum to Enzo, seven, said: ‘Our house is falling apart. We simply can’t continue to live like this’Credit: Peter Jordan More

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      Fresh twist in Kyle Walker’s troubled marriage as estranged wife Annie makes major change in new business venture

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      KYLE Walker’s estranged wife Annie Kilner has used his name professionally for the first time.The model, 31, referred to herself as Annie Walker to plug her jewellery range.Kyle Walker’s estranged wife Annie Kilner has used his name for the first time professionallyCredit: SplashThe 31-year-old referred to herself as Annie Walker to plug her jewellery rangeCredit: Paul Edwards – Commissioned by The SunHer Instagram post reads: ‘Demure. Founded by Annie Walker & Sophie Haynes’Credit: InstagramHer Instagram post, shared on Saturday, showed her wearing a diamond bracelet, and read: “Demure. Founded by Annie Walker & Sophie Haynes.”Sources said the move is a significant thawing in relations between her and the England and Manchester City love rat, 34.But tensions remain after we told how AC Milan loanee Kyle was pictured with two models, a day after Annie and their four boys visited him in Italy. A source said: “Annie was far from happy and made her feelings clear. Kyle denies anything went on and says he was asked to give the girls a lift.“He’s clearly put himself in a difficult situation given his reputation.”It’s the lack of thought for Annie and how it might look that’s caused the upset.”Despite the pictures, he and Annie are said to be working through their issues and are “in the best position” they have ever been. There is even talk they are intent on establishing themselves as a brand.They met when Annie was 15 and wed in November 2021.The marriage fell apart last January after Kyle was exposed for fathering a second child with Lauryn Goodman.Kyle Walker party girls revealed as globe-trotting models – and lift lid on how star is enjoying his new life in MilanAnnie filed for divorce last August. But insiders claim the divorce is purely financial and will see her take a large share of his estimated £27million fortune. It is possible they will remain in the same home beyond the formalities.A source added: “Kyle’s move to Italy has given the family time to take stock. Absence makes the heart grow fonder and it’ll either bring them closer together or confirm what many around them have thought for a long time.”The marriage fell apart last January after Kyle was exposed for fathering a second child with Lauryn GoodmanLove rat Walker is on loan with Italian giants AC MilanCredit: GettyWalker fathered two children with his ex LaurynCredit: Alamy More