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      Aston Villa step up transfer bid for former Chelsea target Samu Aghehowa in huge hint over Marcus Rashford’s future

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      ASTON VILLA are stepping up their hunt for Porto striker Samu Aghehowa – as they look unlikely to trigger Marcus Rashford’s £40million buy-out option.Villa sent a scout to Portugal on Friday for another look at Aghehowa, who scored twice in a 3-1 win over Moreirense.Porto’s Samu Aghehowa is on the Prem radar once moreCredit: AlamyLoanee Marcus Rashford and Ollie Watkins are Villa’s main frontmenCredit: ReutersThe Spain Under-21 international put Porto ahead in the second half with a coolly-taken penalty before taking his season’s tally to 24 goals with a tidy near-post finish to seal the points.Villa have been watching Aghehowa – formerly known as Samu Omorodion – since he joined Porto from Atletico Madrid last summer.The 20-year-old announced last November 2024 he wanted to be known by his maternal surname Aghehowa to honour his mother.Aghehowa was set to sign for Chelsea last summer after the Blues agreed a fee of around £35m.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the deal broke down in the final stages and Porto pounced with an offer of £12.5m for 50% of the player.Now Atletico are ready to cash in on their half-share this summer after seeing his value double during his short time in Portugal.Unlike Villa, Porto can no longer qualify for next season’s Champions League as the gap to the top two is too large and they may struggle to resist offers in excess of £50m for Aghehowa.Boss Unai Emery is keeping his options open over the number nine role at Villa Park for next season.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKOllie Watkins will turn 30 in December and the overall cost of making loan star Rashford’s transfer permanent appears a major obstacle.Villa currently pay a fraction of the Manchester United’s star’s wages and it would take an overall outlay of over £100m to afford the transfer fee and salary for a three-year deal.Ollie Watkins sends message to Aston Villa boss Emery and admits he’s FUMING at being dropped for Champions League gamesThe total package for Aghehowa would involve a higher up-front fee, but Villa could spread the cost over the length of the Spaniard’s contract.And the 20-year-old’s potential resale value would mean they are unlikely to lose out in the medium term.Rashford damaged his hamstring in training last week and looks likely to miss the rest of the season.Villa would be unable to field him if he recovers in time for their final Premier League game – against his parent club at Old Trafford on May 25.Ex-Atletico ace Aghehowa has hit 24 goals for Porto this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Harry Kane’s dreams of a first trophy put on hold as Bayern Munich concede with last kick of the game as he serves ban

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      HARRY KANE’S wait for a first career trophy went on after Bayern Munich conceded in the last minute to draw 3-3 RB Leipzig.Kane was serving a one-match suspension for the match that could have been Bayern’s Bundesliga title clincher.Harry Kane wait for a first trophy goes on after Bayern Munich drew with LeipzigCredit: PAKane appeared to be heading down from the box to celebrate the pending titleKane was pitchside getting ready to run on and celebrate before Leipzig struckLeipzig’s Yussuf Poulsen made it 3-3 in the final secondsKane needs to close out the new few weeks to win the Bundesliga titleKane – who watched on from a box high up in the stands – was just seconds away from the FIRST trophy of is 16-year career.Bayern threatened to replicate Manchester City’s title deciding “remontada” against Aston Villa in 2022.Vincent Kompany’s side – who needed a win to secure the title – mounted an incredible comeback from 2-0 down to lead 3-2 with seven minutes of normal time remaining. And for the first time ever, suspended Kane was waiting pitchside to get ready to run on and celebrate a league title with his team-mates.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCameras picked up Kane leaving his box to head down and join his team-mates after Leroy Sane completed the turnaround.But Leipzig forward Yussuf Poulsen had different plans, as his first footed shot from a difficult angle spoiled the party.Three former Premier League stars completed the turnaround for Bayern, with Eric Dier and Michael Olise grabbing the goals.Bayern are now nine points above chasers Bayer Leverkusen, with two games to spare.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKane was banned for picking up his fifth yellow of the season against Mainz last week.The 31-year-old held onto the ball to prevent Mainz taking a quick free-kick after fouling Jonathan Burkardt.At the time, Kane said: “Crazy, crazy decision! It’s kind of my story that I’ll miss the Leipzig game. “But no worries, I’ll celebrate more than anyone else.”But Kane will have the chance to make things right against Borussia Mönchengladbach at the Allianz Arena in a week’s time.The former Tottenham talisman has famously NEVER won a trophy in his illustrious career.But he looks set to break that curse with the Bavarian club this season. Leverkusen are piling the pressure on and play fourth placed side SC Freiburg on Sunday. Many expected Kane to win his first trophy in his debut campaign, as Bayern had won 10 league titles in a row.But an invincible campaign by Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen ensured his wait for a trophy dragged on yet further.Read More on The SunKane has scored 60 goals in his 61 Bundesliga matches for Bayern so far. He is also on track to become the first player to win the top scorer title in both of his first two Bundesliga seasons.Kane will have the chance to make things right against Borussia MönchengladbachCredit: Getty More

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      Moment Graham Potter ‘loses entire West Ham fanbase in 20 seconds’ with shocking Tottenham comments

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      WEST HAM manager Graham Potter has enraged the club’s fanbase after shocking Tottenham comments on Friday.The 49-year-old spoke about the Hammers’ London neighbours ahead of their Premier League meeting on Sunday with a lack of regard for the clubs’ longstanding rivalry.West Ham manager Graham Potter has angered his own fanbase over Tottenham commentsThe comments came after Spurs defeated Bodo/Glimt 3-1 on Thursday in the first leg of their Europa League semi final.Potter said: “They’ve had a tough season. I’m pretty sure if you speak to Ange [Postecoglou], injuries, young players, the double competition [has had an impact].”In this league, nothing is forgiven.”They’ve done well in Europe and hopefully they can finish the job and reach the final.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWest Ham fans were quick to jump to X in disbelief over the comments, some even calling for Potter to be sacked.One fan said: “How is a former Chelsea manager who’s now current West Ham coach wishing Spurs all that good?”What happened to rivalry? At least pretend to care about the fans. Come on.”Another kept it short: “Yeah sack him.”Most read in FootballThe two London clubs have traditionally endured a fierce rivalry, dating back to their early years.West Ham legend Mark Noble said to TNT Sports: “I was brought up as a West Ham fan and being around loads of West Ham fans myself, they always ingrained in me that ‘we’ve always got to beat Spurs’.”Potter adopted a much friendlier tone at his press conference, well-wishing a team that his fans hold in contempt.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe former Chelsea manager was already on thin ice with the fanbase, only winning three games since taking over from Julen Lopetegui in January.Even his predecessor managed more with a win percentage of 30 percent to Potter’s 21 percent so far.At 17th, the club have actually slipped three places down the table since their managerial change.It has been a disappointing season for the Hammers who started it with European aspirations.If they win on Sunday, however, they could leapfrog Spurs who currently sit at 16th. A positive result might be the only thing that could save Potter’s fractured relationship with West Ham. More

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      ‘Harder to miss than score’ – Embarrassed Millwall star left floored after miss that could have put them in playoffs

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      MILLWALL striker Josh Coburn put in a contender for miss of the season – at the worst possible time. The Lions needed to better Bristol City’s result to sneak into the playoffs on a dramatic final day of Championship action.Millwall’s Josh Coburn missed a sitter against BurnleyCredit: AlamyThe 22-year-old somehow fired wide from yards out as the Lions missed out on the playoffsCredit: PAMillwall made the ideal start at Turf Moor, with Mihailo Ivanovic netting an early opener for the visitors. But Josh Brownhill responded with an instant equaliser for the hosts, who had already secured promotion the Premier League. Millwall pushed forward with their season on the line.And Coburn – on loan from Middlesbrough – was presented with a golden opportunity just minutes before half time. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLA whipped ball across the box evaded Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, falling kindly to Coburn yards out.The 22-year-old was in the centre of the goal and looked destined to score.But he somehow shanked his effort inexplicably wide of the post, burying his face in the turf. Sky Sports pundit Kris Boyd gasped on commentary: “I cannot believe this. Oh, look at it. Oh my days.Most read in Football”Wait till you see this miss, wow. Wow.”BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFans were equally as scathing, with one writing on X: “Harder to miss that than score.”Another joked: “No new deal for him in the summer!!Birmingham become first EFL club to win promotion as Tom Brady’s club bounce back to Championship at first attemptWhile a third added: “And to think @Boro wanted us to pay up to £3m for him – thank god it was only a loan.”The miss would prove costly for the Lions, who conceded twice after the break to lose 3-1.Millwall haven’t been in the top flight since 1990 and will now face a ninth-straight year in the Championship. Their defeat meant Bristol City – who drew 2-2 at home with Preston – take the final playoff spot. Elswhere, Frank Lampard’s Coventry City sealed fifth place thanks to a brace from Jack Rudoni. Frank Lampard’s Coventry have reached the playoffs after beating MiddlesbroughCredit: GettyThe 2-0 win over Boro ended Michael Carrick’s side’s own playoff hopes.The Sky Blues will now take on Sunderland, while Sheffield United face Bristol City.And Leeds sealed the title after a dramatic 2-1 win at Plymouth Argyle. Read More on The SunAt the other end of the table, Luton Town suffered back-to-back relegations. The Hatters were thrashed 5-3 at West Brom, joining Plymouth and Cardiff in dropping to League One. More

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      Moment Jamie Vardy grabs referee’s wrist and blows whistle to stop game while official lies prone on the ground

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      THIS is the moment Jamie Vardy grabbed a referee’s wrist and blew his whistle top stop the game as the official lay prone on the ground.The bizarre incident occurred during Leicester’s Premier League clash against Southampton.Jamie Vardy grabbed a ref’s wrist before blowing into his whistleCredit: GettyThe bizarre moment occurred after David Webb went down injured after a collisionCredit: PAThere was nothing at stake for either side following their confirmed relegations to the Championship.But Leicester made sure they turned up in front of their home fans when Vardy bagged an opener in the 17th minute.The Foxes began to turn up the heat on Southampton at the King Power Stadium.But just four minutes later, the game was suspended after referee David Webb suffered an injury.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe official fell to the floor holding his face after a collision with Leicester’s Jordan Ayew.Webb rolled around on the turf as players from both sides gathered round to check on him.But Vardy left fans in stitches as he bent down to grab Webb’s wrist.The Premier League winner, who is leaving Leicester when his contract expires this summer, then took hold of Webb’s whistle.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd he brought the game to a halt by blowing into it for a cheeky ‘peep’.Proceedings ended up stopping for 12 whole minutes as Webb received treatment.Jamie Vardy anounces he’s LEAVING Leicester in emotional video with striker left close to tears after 13 yearsBut fans were left tickled by Vardy’s behaviour on a warm afternoon.One said: “There’s no f*****g way.”Another declared: “The PL is going to miss him.”One noted: “This is prime Vardy.”Another added: “Peaky Barclays man.”The delay failed to knock the wind out of Leicester’s sails though, with Ruud van Nistelrooy’s men doubling their lead before half-time through Ayew. More

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      Top-flight sides set to resume bitter rivalry next season with stadiums that are nearly TOUCHING after minnows promoted

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      TWO clubs whose stadiums are virtually touching will renew their rivalry next season.It comes after the minnows earned promotion into the top flight – following Jurgen Klopp’s scathing comments.Paris FC will be neighbours with PSG next seasonCredit: AFPThe newly-promoted side move into their new home for the 2025-26 campaignCredit: AFPParis FC confirmed their spot in Ligue 1 next season with a 1-1 draw away at Martigues on Friday.That put them four points clear of Metz who are third and must settle for a promotion play-off spot. And it means Paris FC will be right next door to their enemies, the giants of French football. That is because Paris FC are moving into a new stadium next season which is literally a few yards from Paris Saint-Germain’s Parc des Princes. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe two teams’ feud dates back to 1972 when Paris FC split away from Paris Saint-Germain – who themselves were only formed two years earlier when Stade Saint-Germain and Paris FC merged. Paris FC are part of the Red Bull group, with the energy drink company buying a ten per cent stake last year. And the arrival of ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as head of global soccer for Red Bull prompted the stadium move.Klopp felt the atmosphere at the Stade Sebastien Charlety was not good enough – and spearheaded a move to the Stade Jean-Bouin, home of Stade Francais rugby team. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the 19,000-seater ground – smaller than their current home – is directly next to PSG’s own home. The two venues are separated by Rue Claude Farrere.Wayne Rooney and Thierry Henry give their verdict on Arsenal’s defeat to PSGBut PSG will be hoping that is as close as their rivals can get to them next term.Luis Enrique’s Ligue 1 champions will go for a fifth title in a row in 2024-25.And they will be hoping to not only boast the local and national bragging rights – but be kings of Europe, too.PSG go into Wednesday’s second leg of their Champions League semi-final with Arsenal leading 1-0. The winners face Barcelona or Inter in Munich’s final. PSG hope to be crowned European champions later this monthCredit: GettyParis FC split from Paris Saint-Germain in 1972Credit: AFP More

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      Non-league club sponsored by Bonnie Blue forced to RETRACT kit and crowdfund for a new one over FA rule

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      A NON-LEAGUE football club is looking for a new shirt sponsor after being forced to RETRACT the deal it had with Bonnie Blue.The controversial adult star Bonnie Blue had become the shirt sponsor for Calstock FC.Calstock FC were sponsored by OnlyFans star Bonnie BlueCredit: SWNSThe sponsorship was paid for by the controversial adult starCredit: InstagramThe Cornwall-based side shared a kit which featured a “BB” logo that was funded by the 25-year-old.The logo featured on a new blue away kit rather than the club’s established yellow and black home shirt.However, the club has now revealed that they are prohibited from wearing the kit due to the FA’s “interpretation of the regulations”.A statement read: “Due to the FA’s interpretation of the regulations, we are retracting the kit bearing the BB logo.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”We did not do this to offend.”We, as an adult club and collective, categorically do not advocate or support the oppression of women.”The club was hit with criticism on social media but it appears that this has not factored into the decision.The shirt also featured the phrase, “Up The Bonnie Blue Bees” printed along the back of the shirt.Most read in FootballA GoFundMe page has also been set up to help the club replace the banned shirt.Blue, whose real name is Tia Emma Billinger, hails from Stapleford, Nottinghamshire.Bonnie Blue sparks outrage AGAIN with foul-mouthed ad that saw her paid five-figure sum by ‘family friendly’ tech giantThe shirt featured Blue’s logo on the frontCredit: AlamyIt also said ‘Up The Bonnie Blue Bees’ on the backCredit: AlamyShe rose to fame claiming to sleep with over 1,000 men in just 12 hours. The infamous OnlyFans model was recently banned from Nottingham Forest’s City Ground.She had tried to pull a viral stunt when she advertised an offer to “entertain” fans before the visit.Speaking on the Only Stans podcast: “I thought when they asked me to go to the side, ‘maybe they’re upgrading my tickets, maybe they want to escort me to my seat, this is quite nice, it’s a good service’.”They asked to see my tickets, I showed them and they took them off me, saying, ‘we’re escorting you off the premises’.”Apparently, they don’t discriminate against sex workers, but I was banned because I was a sex worker. Read More on The Sun”I was going to encourage them (the players), give them a good time.”I also think if I’m entertaining the supporters it’s less people drinking so I’m actually doing something good for their health.”Who is Bonnie Blue? Born in May 1999, Bonnie – whose real name is Tia Billinger – grew up in a small Derbyshire village, and attended the Friesland School in the village of Sandiacre.She has two half-siblings – a sister and a brother – who have always remained out of the public eye.She never knew her biological father, and considers stepfather Nicholas Elliott her dad.Bonnie also became something of a dance star in her local area, and competed in the British Street Dance Championships alongside her sister back in 2015.She also had a part-time job at Poundstretcher as a teenager.After school, she began working in recruitment.In October 2022, Bonnie married Oliver Davidson, who she had started dating when she was just 15.Once they were married, they moved to Australia, where Bonnie continued working in recruitment.However, it was in Australia that she decided to pursue a different line of work, and tried her luck as a ‘cam girl’ – crediting Oliver for giving her the confidence to enter the adult entertainment world.She quickly made a name for herself in the industry, and was soon making £5,000 a week.But while her work life was going from strength to strength, her relationship was crumbling, and she and Oliver split after almost a decade together.She moved over to OnlyFans following her cam girl success, and once again found fame on there.She quickly became a favourite on the site, especially thanks to her “niche” of sleeping with young male students – such as when she bedded 158 students during Nottingham Trent University’s freshers week in September 2024. Bonnie is now estimated to be worth £3 million, and makes around £600,000 a month on OnlyFans.Her family are also supportive of her work, with mum Sarah Billinger even claiming she’s her daughter’s PA, and helps clean up after Bonnie’s events – as well as handing out condoms to young clients. In January 2025, Bonnie claimed to have broken the world record for the most amount of sex in 12 hours, after apparently sleeping with 1,057 men from 1pm to 1am at a secret London event. More

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      Leicester vs Southampton DELAYED as referee forced off on his DEBUT after undergoing treatment

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      LEICESTER CITY’S Premier League clash with Southampton was DELAYED for 12 minutes after the referee was forced to go off for treatment.Ref David Webb – who was replaced on his Prem debut – fell to the deck holding his face after Jordan Ayew collided with him as he ran past. Leicester City’s Premier League clash with Southampton has been suspended after the referee was forced to go off for treatmentThe referee fell to the deck holding his face after Jordan Ayew collided with himThe official was making his Premier League debutDavid Webb was forced off down the tunnel for a concussion checkPlay was delayed for 12 minutesThe unfortunate incident happened in the 33rd minute after Jamie Vardy scored Leicester’s first goal at home since December 8.But Webb couldn’t have endured a worse Premier League refereeing debut.The official dropped to the turf and held his face for several seconds after catching the shoulder of Leicester star Ayew in the middle of the pitch.And Leicester captain Vardy felt compelled to step in as he bent down to lift Webb’s arm to blow the whistle.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSPREMIER LEAGUE LIVE – LATEST GOAL UPDATESIn fact, Vardy blew the whistle while it was still in Webb’s hand as he laid on the pitch face down.Vardy – who scored his 199th goal for Leicester – then instantly walked off, before physios stormed the pitch to come to the official’s aid.Webb came back to his feet after a few minutes before heading down the tunnel for a concussion check at the King Power Stadium.Most read in FootballWith play formally suspended thanks to Vardy’s intervention, both sets of players were milling around on the pitch waiting.Leicester star Ayew accidentally bumped into WebbJamie Vardy ran over to take the whistle from the referee and blow itCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd Webb couldn’t continue the rest of the game, so fourth official Sam Barratt was subbed in to resume play after the lengthy delay.A commentator said: “Webb is said to be OK and is under observation.”Jamie Vardy anounces he’s LEAVING Leicester in emotional video with striker left close to tears after 13 yearsReferee’s delegate Phil Sharp was forced to step in as the fourth official during the unprecedented scenes.And it was Ayew who then extended relegated Leicester’s lead in the 44th minute.The former Crystal Palace star’s free-kick hit the wall from 25 yards, before he hammered in a half-volley into the bottom left corner.Both sets of players were milling around on the pitch waitingFourth official Sam Barratt was forced to sub in for Webb More