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      ‘There’s two things I’d like to say’ – Piers Morgan leaves voicenote for ‘Mr Humble’ Erling Haaland after Arsenal win

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      PIERS MORGAN has rubbed salt into Erling Haaland and Manchester City’s wounds in spectacular fashion.SunSport columnist Morgan left Haaland a cheeky voicenote following Arsenal’s brutal 5-1 drubbing of City at the Emirates on Sunday.Erling Haaland was on target at the Emirates, but struggled for the majority of the matchCredit: RexMorgan, like the tens of thousands of Arsenal fans inside the stadium, revelled in Haaland’s misfortunes.It comes after the Norwegian memorably clashed with the Gunners in a fierce post-match melee in the reverse fixture at the Etihad in September.Following John Stones’ dramatic injury time equaliser in the 2-2 draw, Haaland was seen throwing the ball at Gabriel Magalhaes’ head.And tempers flared after the full-time whistle, where he asked Hale End graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly, “Who the f*** are you?'” after the debtuant got in his face.READ MORE ON ARSENALHaaland then proceeded to tell Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to, “Stay humble”, before labelling ex-Citizens forward Gabriel Jesus as a “f****** clown”.His words were firmly in the minds of the Arsenal squad and fanbase, including Morgan, who sent a voicenote to talkSPORT.He said: “This is Piers Morgan for talkSPORT, I’ve just got back from the stadium after watching Arsenal demolish Manchester City 5-1.”The last time we played City, Erling Haaland had a lot to say for himself at the end of the game.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Well, there are two things I’d like to say after today’s game Erling.”One is, I think you know who Mr Lewis-Skelly is now. And secondly, stay humble.Arsenal player ratings vs Man City – article”The way you lot are playing, you’re going to have a lot to be humble about.”Reacting to Morgan’s message, talkSPORT co-host Jeff Stelling joked: “Ah, the most humble man on the planet, Piers Morgan, having his say.”Ally McCoist then added: “The man who put the ‘H’ in humble.”And like Morgan, most of Arsenal’s starting XI taunted the Norway international all game.Gabriel screamed in the 24-year-old’s face for their opener before Lewis-Skelly mimicked Haaland’s meditation celebration.Haaland walked over to the away end at full-time his golden Prem badge on his shirt sleeve that indicates they are reigning champions.READ MORE SUN STORIESTold of Arsenal’s mocking celebrations, Guardiola smiled and said: “That’s good… that’s good.”Meanwhile, Arteta’s men are working to overturn a 2-0 deficit in the second-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final away at Newcastle on Wednesday.Arsenal player ratings vs Man CityARSENAL stunned Man City 5-1 at the Emirates on Sunday evening.It was an incredible result against their rivals of recent years.Here, we take a look at how the Gunners rated…David Raya – 7/10Had very little to do in the first half but made a brilliant save in the 22nd minute to deny a goalbound header from Josko Gvardiol. Made another stunning save two minutes from the half-time interval, stopping a deflected Savinho shot from close range. Powerless to stop Erling Haaland’s 55th-minute header from briefly levelling the scores.Jurrien Timber – 6Didn’t offer his usual attacking threat going forward but was solid defensively. Picked up a pointless yellow breaking up a harmless counter-attack in the 24th minute. Almost scored late in the second half.William Saliba – 5Didn’t have much to do in the first half but won all his aerial battles in the first 45 minutes. Marshalled the defence well early in the second period but was embarrassingly outjumped and outmuscled by Haaland for City’s equaliser – a major flaw of his that continues to be exposed.Gabriel Magalhaes – 6Like his defensive partner, he was seldom called into action in the first half. Dominant in the air in his battles with Haaland, who he trolled after Odegaard’s goal.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8Continues to endear himself to the Emirates faithful with composure and tenacity beyond his years as he brilliantly floated between left back and midfield. Put real daylight between the two sides with a thumping finish just after the hour mark. This young lad is a real bright prospect for both the Gunners and England.His trolling of Haaland by copying the Norwegian’s ‘Lotus’ celebration went down a storm with fans.Thomas Partey – 7Steady in the heart of midfield and broke up play well when required. Fired the Gunners back into the lead in the 57th minute with a deflected shot from outside the box.Martin Odegaard – 7Was in the right place at the right time to benefit from the aftermath of an uncharacteristic Manuel Akanji error and break the deadlock. Was at the heart of everything good the north Londoners did going forward.Declan Rice – 6Combative, as always, in the middle of the park and played a role in the home side taking the lead, teeing up Havertz who squared the ball to Odegaard.Leandro Trossard – 6Was particularly lively on the left in the first half, giving Matheus Nunes a real run for his money. His end product, however, wasn’t the best.Gabriel Martinelli – 6Lively on the right wing in the early goings. Found the back of the net in the fifth minute after some beautiful play from Odegaard but was needlessly offside. Forced a good save out of Ortega with a rasping effort in the 68th minute.Kai Havertz – 6Lively early doors, testing Stefan Ortega with a tame shot in the first minute. Teed up Odegaard for a tap in a few moments later. Missed a golden opportunity to double the lead in the 25th minute, dragging the ball wide with the goal at his absolute mercy. Made amends for his howler by finishing an even harder chance in the 76th minute. He well and truly needed that as he looked absolutely devoid of confidence.SUBSEthan Nwaneri – 83 (on for Trossard) – 7Put the cherry on top of the cake with an outrageous effort in second-half stoppage time.Mikel Merino – 83 (on for Odegaard) – 5Raheem Sterling – 89 (on for Kai Havertz ) – N/ARiccardo Calafiori 89 (on for Lewis-Skelly) – N/ARead more on all the latest Arsenal news. More

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      ‘I spent 10 minutes with him…’ Gary Lineker reveals what Mo Salah said about Liverpool future as contract runs down

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      GARY LINEKER lifted the lid on what Mo Salah told him about his Liverpool future.The Reds hero, 32, is out of contract at the end of the season – alongside Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.Mo Salah talked to Gary Lineker about his Liverpool futureCredit: GettyThe Match of the Day host revealed the details of the private conversationCredit: PASalah can now negotiate a pre-contract agreement with a new club outside of the UK. He even admitted earlier in the season he is “more out than in” and that this is his “last year” at Anfield because there has been no update on an extension to his deal.Liverpool fans are desperate for a breakthrough to ensure Salah stays after 236 goals – including two at Bournemouth this weekend – and eight trophies in seven-and-a-half years.A move to Saudi Arabia continues to be on the cards after Al-Ittihad bid £170million for the forward in 2023. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd Salah’s recent conversation with Lineker will have done little to alleviate supporters’ fears. The outgoing Match of the Day host discussed his chat with the Liverpool star on his The Rest Is Football podcast. And it could suggest that Salah is leaning towards an exit.Lineker said: “He’s a lovely guy. I spent ten minutes with him when I went to visit Arne Slot [for a BBC interview].”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlan Shearer replied: “Did you not get it out of him whether he’s staying or going or not?”And Lineker added: “He asked me, ‘How old were you when you finished?’Mo Salah calls out Jamie Carragher after Liverpool legend urged him to ‘take a leaf out of Virgil van Dijk’s book'”And I said, ‘Well, English football I finished when I was 32 and then I went to play in Japan for a couple of years.'”And he went, ‘Ah, you went for the money did you?'”And I said, ‘Well yeah I suppose so.'”And he went, ‘Yeah, I might do the same.’ Then he winked at the press guy that was there.”It was just a joke but he has got that cheeky sense of humour has Mo.”But Salah’s joke may have a hint of truth in it. Saudi chiefs are still determined to lure the Arab world’s greatest footballer to their mega-money league before he hangs up his boots.And they won’t want to wait any longer to sign their latest marquee transfer – and follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo. A whopping £65m payday for just two seasons in the desert is potentially on the cards to tempt Salah to the Saudi Pro League.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Turki Alalshikh, who has masterminded Saudi Arabia’s effective takeover of professional boxing, even fuelled speculation a deal could get done.He posted a mocked-up image of the two-time African Footballer of the Year in an Al-Hilal shirt.Turki Alalshikh posted this mocked-up image of Salah in an Al-Hilal shirtCredit: Facebook / TURKI ALALSHIKHFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More

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      Mathys Tel makes dramatic Tottenham U-turn as he jets into London to seal transfer from Bayern Munich

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      MATHYS TEL has made a dramatic U-turn after agreeing to join Tottenham on loan, reports say.Tel and his agent Gadiri Camara shared pictures of them travelling to London in a private jet today on deadline day.Mathys Tel has made a dramatic Tottenham U-turn as he travels to LondonCredit: RexTel was dressed to the nines on a private plane ahead of his shock last-minute moveHis agent Gadiri Camara posted snaps from a private jet on Instagram this morningTel will join Spurs until the end of the season, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.It is a straight loan deal, with NO option to buy in the forward’s short-term clause, meaning he will return to Germany in the summer.The structure of the deal is still being negotiated but Bayern have accepted Tel’s decision to try his luck in the Premier League.Agent Camara posted snaps of him and Tel looking suited and booted in a luxury private plane on Instagram hours before the close of the window at 11pm tonight.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt comes just days after Tel snubbed the chance to switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.The 19-year-old allegedly turned the North London club down, with Manchester United and Arsenal both interested at the time.Spurs had been negotiating with the French teenager after reportedly agreeing a £50million deal with Bayern.And chairman Daniel Levy even jetted to Germany to help try to seal a deal before Tel refused it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut now the teenager has seemingly gone back on his decision to reject Tottenham and will join Ange Postecoglou’s side.They are expected to cover his full salary until the deal expires in June.Inside making of Spurs whiz Bergvall who outshone Kulusevski and Gyokeres as kid Tel has been a fringe player at Bayern this season, playing only 344 minutes across their Bundesliga and Champions League campaigns.He is yet to score this term, but at 19 remains a thrilling talent.He scored nine goals and provided six assists across the Bundesliga and Europe last season – and mostly as a substitute. Bayern paid roughly £23m to land him from French side Rennes at the age of only 17 in 2022.Once confirmed, Tel will be Spurs’ fourth signing of the January window.His addition would come as a huge boost to boss Postecoglou, who has been calling for “help” to his frontline all transfer window.Kevin Danso was signed from RC Lens on Sunday on an initial loan with an obligation to buy for £20m in the summer.And 18-year-old Korean star Yang min-hyeok came during the first days of the window.Before young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky was thrown straight into the starting XI after signing for £13.3m from Slavia Prague.Tel might jump start into Prem duties too, with Tottenham currently suffering from a horrific injury crisis.Spurs have NINE first-team players sidelined through injury, including Radu Dragusin and defenders Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie.Keeper Guglielmo Vicario, Wilson Odobert, Timo Werner, Brennan Johnson, Dominic Solanke and James Maddison are also out.Postecoglou’s men sit 14th in the Prem, after winning just eight of their 24 games this season.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpurs had hoped to bring in Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, but the France international joined Juventus instead.They currently have £65million striker Solanke sidelined and not expected back for another couple of weeks due to a knee injury. More

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      Iconic former Champions League star, 37, now a CHICKEN FARMER and even has zoo with ferrets and turtles

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      CHAMPIONS LEAGUE icon Marek Hamsik now runs a chicken farm and a zoo.The Napoli legend made 520 appearances for the club with his distinctive mohawk haircut.Marek Hamsik looks after chickens and has a small zooCredit: AFP or licensorsHe claimed his set-up is like a ‘hotel for chickens’Credit: Instagram / marekhamsik17His wife Martina is behind the ideaCredit: Instagram / marekhamsik17But since hanging up his boots a year-and-a-half ago following a spell at Turkish side Trabzonspor, Hamsik balances being Slovakia’s assistant manager and his love for farming.Alongside his wife Martina and their three kids, the 37-year-old looks after chickens and has small zoo with ferrets and turtles in his homeland.Hamsik told Sport24: “It’s a relatively new hobby of ours. It all started in April last year during Easter, when we ordered hatching eggs, from which we later hatched little chicks. “During that time, we managed to set up and equip the chicken coop.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The coop is custom-made. It is more like a hotel for chickens with built-in heating and ventilation, but also automatic doors that open in the morning so that we don’t have to get up and check on them. “It is truly luxurious and the chickens are perhaps even better cared for than we are.”To date, we have 29 of them, and they lay around two dozen eggs a day. “We have a lot of them and I’m already thinking about opening a store as I take care of the chicken coop with pleasure.”Most read in Champions LeagueJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHamsik admitted it was his wife’s idea to start the farm and they now have eggs for breakfast everyday.On their animal kingdom, the former midfielder revealed: “Yes, it was her idea. She is a big animal lover in general, which she passed on to the whole family. Football icons’ strange hobbies”If we could, we would have an animal shelter or a small zoo at home. “Although we actually already have one, since we keep three dogs, a cat, the chickens, two turtles, six guinea pigs and two ferrets. “We also had two roosters that hatched with us and we raised them ourselves, but since they are the same blood as the chickens, they couldn’t stay with us.”Away from the animals, Hamsik opened a winery with his dad Richard and he boasts an impressive car collection that includes a Mustang and a Ferrari.Hamsik also runs a winery with his dadCredit: Instagram / marekhamsik17He has a Ferrari in his impressive garageA Mustang is also his pride and joyCredit: Instagram / marekhamsik17 More

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      Former Bournemouth star Jordan Chiedozie, 30, fighting for life after son of ex-Spurs ace suffers horror car crash

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      A FORMER Bournemouth footballer has been left in a “controlled coma” with “life-changing and potentially life-threatening” injuries after a car crash on Saturday.Jordan Chiedozie, son of ex-Tottenham winger John, is currently on the books at Bashley FC in the Southern League I. Jordan Chiedozie suffered ‘potentially life-threatening’ injuries in a car crash on SaturdayCredit: PA:Press AssociationChiedozie came through the youth ranks at BournemouthCredit: RexChiedozie, 30, was travelling back from the weekend defeat at Tavistock with club physio Reighan Taylor. The car sustained a flat tyre on the M27 and was hit as they investigated the issue by another vehicle.The forward suffered “multiple broken bones and other physical injuries” before being rushed to hospital. The Hampshire club released a statement to share details of the tragic incident after the weekend defeat at Tavistock.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBashley wrote: “Everyone connected with Bashley Football Club is devastated by the news that our player Jordan Chiedozie is currently in hospital with what is described as ‘life-changing, and potentially life-threatening’ injuries, after a serious car crash.”Jordan was travelling back from Saturday’s Southern League match at Tavistock with club physio Reighan Taylor, when they pulled over onto the hard shoulder of the M27 near Southampton, to investigate a flat tyre.”They were both outside the vehicle when it was hit heavily from behind by another car. The driver of that vehicle has been arrested for alleged ‘drink-driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving’.”Jordan was taken to Southampton Hospital suffering multiple broken bones and other physical injuries. At this time he remains in a controlled coma.Most read in Football”Reighan was not hurt physically, but obviously has suffered severe trauma. She was able to use her skills to provide immediate, although in such circumstances, very basic, first aid to Jordan at the scene.”The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the club are with Jordan and his family, and of course with Reighan, at what is a difficult time for all connected with Bashley FC.Premier League fathers and sons”In view of the seriousness of the situation the club has applied to the Southern League to have Tuesday’s scheduled home match against Thatcham Town, postponed. The Southern League have respectfully agreed with the request.”Bashley shared the update on social media, leading to a wave of supportive messages.Bournemouth shared the sad news and wrote: “Saddened to see this. Everyone from #afcb is sending our best wishes to Jordan, his family and Reighan.”Bashley midfielder Luke Delaney said: “Absolutely heartbreaking. Something which has knocked me and a lot of people for six. “My thoughts and prayers go out to Reighs and Jordan and really hope everyone can get through this nightmare at the moment.”Chesham United wrote: “The whole football family is with you right now.”Fellow clubs Eastleigh, Didcot Town, Margate, Melksham, Wimborne, Bristol Manor Farm and Blackfield & Langley all replied, too.One fan posted: “Truly heartbreaking to read this and my thoughts with everyone at a club that will always mean the world to me.”Our Bashley football family are heartbroken by this news… we are all together in wishing Jordan and Reighan the deepest of love and well wishes.Steve Lewis, Bashley chairmanAnd another typed: “So sad to read this, thoughts and prayers are with Jordan and his family and everyone involved with Bashley at this sad time.”Bashley manager David Lewis added: “Everyone at the club is completely stunned by what happened, and our thoughts at the moment are far more with Jordan and his family, and with Reighan, than they are with football. “Jordan’s team-mates are understandingly in bits and I am certain would not want to play so soon after this terrible accident, and in such circumstances, I would certainly not want to give a team talk. Therefore we have applied for Tuesday’s match to be postponed.“We are in close touch with Jordon’s immediate family, and will do all that we can to support them at this awful time.”Chairman Steve Lewis commented: “Our Bashley football family are heartbroken by this news and still trying to come to terms with the tragic events that occurred after our game on Saturday. “We are all together in wishing Jordan and Reighan the deepest of love and well wishes.”Chiedozie came through at Bournemouth and was with the club when they were in League One and the Championship.He did not play a first-team match for the Cherries and had various loans in non-league before a stint in League Two with Cambridge United.The striker then played in the National League, National League South and Isthmian Leagues.Jordan’s dad John played as a winger for Leyton Orient and Notts County and signed for Tottenham in 1984 for £375,000. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe scored on his debut in a 4-1 win away at Everton but struggled with injuries, eventually leaving for Derby in 1988 with 14 goals from 75 Spurs appearances. The nine-cap Nigeria international finished his career with Bashley in 1992. Chiedozie, pictured with Braintree, has played for a string on non-league clubsCredit: RexHis dad John Chiedozie played for Notts County, Tottenham and NigeriaCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Kiss ruined happiest day of my life, Spain World Cup star Jenni Hermoso tells Luis Rubiales as sex assault trial begins

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      SPAIN’S World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso has told a court that former football chief Luis Rubiales’ forced kiss “stained one of the happiest days of my life.”Hermoso, 34, was the first witness to appear at a court in Madrid as Rubiales’ sexual assault trial began on Monday.Jenni Hermoso is seen testifying on day one of Luis Rubiales’ trial in Madrid, SpainCredit: ReutersThe moment where Rubiales kissed Hermoso on the lips after their World Cup winCredit: EnterpriseAxed Spanish FA boss Rubiales – seen in court today – could face up to two and a half years in prisonCredit: ReutersHermoso pictured arriving at the court of San Fernando de Henares on Monday morningCredit: AFPRubiales, 47, is accused of sexual assault and coercion over the kiss he planted on Hermoso at the 2023 Women’s World Cup final in Sydney, where Spain defeated England.The former Spanish FA boss, who initially refused to resign and dismissed the controversy as a “witch hunt by fake feminism,” faces up to two and a half years in prison if convicted.Rubiales has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing, insisting the kiss was a “peck between friends celebrating.”Taking the stand at Madrid’s Audiencia Nacional court, Hermoso described how Rubiales grabbed her head and kissed her without consent.Read more on Luis Rubiales”I didn’t hear or understand anything,” she told the court.”The next thing he did was to grab me by the ears and kiss me on the mouth.”I felt it was totally out of place and I then realised my boss was kissing me, and this shouldn’t happen in any social or work setting.”A kiss on the lips is only given when I decide so.”Most read in FootballShe added: “As a woman I felt disrespected. It was a moment that stained one of the happiest days of my life.”Hermoso said the pressure campaign left her fearful for her safety, forcing her to leave Madrid.Luis Rubiales Desperate Move: Controversial Video Sent to FIFA to Prove Innocence“From the first moment I reached Spain I had cameras after me 24 hours, people following me, people taking photos while I was having breakfast with my family. I had to leave Madrid with my family,” she said.“I felt fear at times of being in the street. I received death threats and messages of all types and we had to leave Madrid because the situation was unbearable.”It was a change in my life and I still say my life changed from that minute.”‘A statement I hadn’t written’The court also heard that just hours after the kiss, Rubiales and his aides allegedly pressured Hermoso to declare it was consensual to contain the growing backlash.She was called off the team bus at Sydney’s stadium and shown a statement she was expected to sign.Hermoso recalled breaking down in tears as pressure mounted on her to publicly downplay the incident.The Spanish footballer told the court:  “I skim-read it and said and knew I hadn’t written a word of it.“It was a statement I had supposedly drafted myself and consented to being put out to fan the flames of the fuss that was being created by the kiss.Hermoso and her Spain teammates beat England at the 2023 Women’s World Cup final in SydneyCredit: AFPJenni Hermoso said in a press conference that the kiss was unwantedCredit: APThe unwanted kiss has sparked outrage around the worldCredit: RexRubiales resigned as president of the Spanish Football Federation in 2023 following criticism over the ‘Kissgate’ scandalCredit: Getty“The statement said Luis Rubiales and I were good friends and the kiss happened in the effusiveness of the moment. I said I didn’t agree to it going out.”On the flight back to Spain, Rubiales allegedly approached Hermoso personally, pleading with her to back him publicly.“He told me, ‘Please, my two daughters are in the back of the plane crying,’” she said, adding that she refused.Ex-national team coach Jorge Vilda — one of Rubiales’ co-defendants — then allegedly approached Hermoso’s brother, warning him that her football career could suffer if she did not comply.“I felt totally unprotected in what should have been a safe place for me,” Hermoso said. “No one asked me if I needed anything. The only thing Rubiales and his aides did was try to protect their reputation.”Spain’s #MeToo momentThe scandal overshadowed Spain’s first-ever Women’s World Cup triumph and became a tipping point for sexism in Spanish sport.The hashtag #SeAcabó (It’s Over) flooded social media, with Hermoso and 80 other players going on strike until federation leadership changed. FIFA suspended Rubiales, who eventually resigned in September 2023.The incident also sparked national soul-searching over sexual misconduct in Spain. The country had only recently toughened its sexual assault laws following the notorious ‘La Manada’ (Wolf Pack) gang rape case in 2016.Protests have erupted in Spain over the allegationsCredit: Rex“Rubiales out of play” has been displayed at many protestsCredit: Rex’A peck between friends’Rubiales continues to deny wrongdoing, insisting the kiss was a “peck between friends” and his downfall was driven by “fake feminism”.His daughters, two of whom were on the team’s flight home, will testify in his defense next Monday.Former coach Jorge Vilda, ex-federation sporting director Albert Luque, and marketing director Rubén Rivera also face coercion charges and potential 18-month sentences.The trial is set to run until February 19, with high-profile witnesses, including Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas and Spain manager Luis de la Fuente, expected to testify.Rubiales, if convicted, could receive a suspended sentence as first-time offenders in Spain rarely serve time for prison terms under two years. READ MORE SUN STORIESProsecutors are also seeking €100,000 (£83,000) in damages for Hermoso.A verdict is expected by the end of the month at the earliest.Rubiales has constantly denied any wrongdoingCredit: Talk TV More

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      ‘It’s crazy’ – Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend’s ex responds to rumours she cheated on him with Real Madrid ace

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S girlfriend Ashlyn Castro has been defended by her NBA star ex amid cheating allegations.Earlier this month it emerged that the Real Madrid superstar, 21, has been seeing American influencer Ashlyn, 21.Ashlyn Castro is dating Real Madrid star Jude BellinghamCredit: InstagramAshlyn is an American social media influencerCredit: InstagramBellingham, 21, has had Ashlyn attend a matchCredit: RexThe smitten pair have been spotted going on dates in the Spanish capital, while Ashlyn is said to have watched a Real Madrid game alongside Bellingham’s parents.Ashlyn has previously been linked with actor Michael B. Jordan and NBA All-Star LaMelo Ball.Prior to Bellingham, she dated Los Angeles Clippers star Terance Mann.Instagram gossip page Game, Set and Match claim that Ashlyn has faced unfounded accusations of seeing Bellingham before her relationship with Mann had ended.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Clippers star himself has now shot down these claims, leaping to his ex’s defence.Mann, 28, said on TikTok Live: “Ashlyn is cool, people. I don’t know why everybody is on her head about anything. She’s cool. Me and Ash are cool.”We haven’t been together for a long, long time. She’s doing her thing. Let her do her thing. 90 per cent of the stuff I see on the internet about Ash is false. It’s crazy.”Let her live, let her do her thing, let her be herself. When I met Ash, she had her own stuff, had her own money, her own wave.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYTerance Mann has defended his ex-girlfriendCredit: Getty”We met through a friend. There wasn’t no… she wasn’t out here trying to see who I was or do any of that.”Y’all just on her back, on her body about nothing. Y’all mad that she what? Like c’mon.Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds'”She ain’t do nothing, she’s cool. She ain’t no gold digger.”Y’all just doing too damn much. No, she did not cheat. We haven’t been together in… I don’t know how long. So calm that narrative down.”You could let that go. And that’s that on that!”Ashlyn has more than 230,000 Instagram followers and 50,000 on TikTok.Bellingham, meanwhile, was previously linked with Dutch model Laura Celia Valk.However, she confirmed that she is single during a recent Q&A.Ashlyn has more than 230,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagramShe also has a big TikTok followingCredit: InstagramAshlyn has only recently started dating BellinghamCredit: instagram More

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      Newcastle line up transfer for Justin Kluivert if they lose Alexander Isak but face competition from Arsenal

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      NEWCASTLE are lining up a move for Bournemouth star Justin Kluivert – in case they lose Alexander Isak in the summer.SunSport understands the Geordie giants have watched the Cherries winger’s last five games closely.Newcastle are interested in Bournemouth star Justin KluivertCredit: GettyThe Toon will need reinforcements if big target Alexander Isak moves onCredit: GettyArsenal have reportedly also been monitoring Kluivert, who has lit up the Premier League with 11 goals this season. But Newcastle have been actively tracking the Dutchman and a move would see him follow in the footsteps of dad, Patrick.Eddie Howe knows he faces a massive fight to keep hold of Isak, who is wanted by Arsenal and Barcelona.The Swedish-striker, who has notched 17 goals already this season, is likely to stay at Newcastle if they can secure Champions League football.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSOtherwise he could be set for a massive mega-money move in the summer, with his current deal expiring in 2028.Newcastle fans are likely to welcome Kluviert with open arms – despite the fact that he scored a hat-trick at St James’ Park last month.His dad netted 13 times in his one season with the Toon, including the winners in the 5th and 6th rounds of the FA Cup against Chelsea and Tottenham. So good was his header versus the former, it was used in the movie Goal! the following year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIn a recent interview Patrick, who has four sons, admitted that the Bournemouth star could go on to be the best Kluivert ever.Kluviert Snr said: “He is the most dedicated. For a father, and also my father, it is so beautiful to see. I didn’t push them, either. Arsenal fans will have watched Carabao Cup disaster and wished Alexander Isak was playing for them – he’s unbelievable“They fell into it. It’s not easy, because they have “Kluivert” on the back. It gives an extra dimension, an expectation.”Kluviert Jr has been a massive part of Bournemouth’s incredible season, as they push for European qualification for the first time in their history.The 25-year-old is the club’s top goalscorer this term while the club, who sit seventh after defeat to Liverpool on Saturday, are dealing with a serious injury crisis to nine players.He has his eyes firmly set on getting into the Netherlands squad for the upcoming international break in March.The forward told Buzz Bournemouth: “That’s big for me. To play for your country is the biggest honour as an athlete and that is my goal, to really get in the squad.”I think we have shown this season what we are as a club and as a team. Especially in the Newcastle game.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I feel like I really took my chances for sure, but I would love for the guys who are not fit to get back into the squad because we will really need them.”Kluviert was manager Andoni Iraola’s first transfer and cost £9.5million from Roma in 2023. More