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      I broke FA Cup record against Man Utd in final.. 20 years later I’m playing for non-league side in qualifying round

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      CURTIS WESTON made history against Manchester United in the 2004 FA Cup final… and is still going in non-league 20 years later.The midfielder, 37, came on for Millwall’s player-manager Dennis Wise in the 89th minute at the Millenium Stadium.Curtis Weston replaced Dennis Wise in the 2004 FA Cup finalCredit: ReutersWeston is the youngest player to appear in an FA Cup finalCredit: Phil Shephard-Lewis – The SunThe second-tier side trailed 3-0 when Weston entered the fray – and that was how it stayed.Yet despite it only being a brief appearance, he still made history as the youngest player to participate in an FA Cup final at the age of just 17 years and 119 days.It was only the second game of his career – and the record still stands today.Speaking to BBC Sport, he said: “Don’t forget I was 17, a kid, and I was going to the FA Cup final. It was a great achievement in itself to be named in the squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It was only on the day of the final I was told I was going to be on the bench. I was surprised, shocked, so excited.”He added: “I spent as much time as possible warming up on the side of the pitch to soak up the atmosphere, getting close to the action because [Cristiano] Ronaldo was doing all his tricks.”More than two decades on and Weston, who still has ex-Man Utd defender Mikael Silvestre’s shirt, is yet to hang up his boots as he continues his career in the lower divisions.After leaving Millwall in 2006, he went on to play for Swindon, Leeds, Gillingham, Barnet and Chesterfield.Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe won the League Two play-offs with Gillingham and Conference with Barnet, before he dropped down to non-league.Brief stints at AFC Fylde and Buxton in the National League North followed.My cousin is Man Utd FA Cup hero – now he’s helping me through my injury hell so I can shine for women’s teamAnd now he is preparing to return to FA Cup qualifying with Derbyshire-based outfit Mickleover.Weston’s side will come up against Anstey Nomads in the second qualifying round on Saturday.He said: “The second qualifying round is a long, long way from the final.”But playing in the FA Cup still brings me an awful lot of pleasure.”Weston also revealed his former Millwall manager Wise recently contacted him.He added: “It’s funny because Dennis [Wise] contacted me recently on social media to see how I was doing.”It’s crazy how time flies. I know it’s 20 years ago but I remember it all like it was yesterday.” More

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      Ex-LaLiga star found guilty of sexual abuse and fined after grabbing breasts of mascot in parakeet costume

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      A SPANISH footballer has been found guilty of sexually abusing a rival team mascot as he led his team out for a LaLiga match.Former Spain U21 ace Hugo Mallo, who was captaining Celta Vigo at the time, was convicted of groping his victim’s breasts during an official greeting before the match started.Hugo Mallo has been found guilty of sexually abusing a rival mascotCredit: GettyHe was convicted of groping the mascot’s breasts under their costumeCredit: GettyHe was fined £5,065 and ordered to pay his victim £845 in damages by a court in Barcelona.Defender Mallo, 33, now plays for Greek side Aris Salonika.In an 11-page ruling released today following the footballer’s one-day trial on July 11, sentencing judge Salvador Roig Tejedor ruled Mallo had committed the illicit act in April 2019 “with the intention of satisfying his libidinous desires” before his then-team’s away match against Espanyol.The victim was working as one of two mascots for the Catalan side and was wearing a parakeet costume.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe judge said in his written sentence: “It has been proven that the accused, Hugo M.N, around 8.30pm on April 24 2019, when he was captain of Celta Vigo Football Club, put his hand under the parakeet outfit of the female mascot and touched her breasts.“He did this as he greeted the members of rival team Espanyol and their mascots when he reached the spot where the female mascot was.“He acted with the intention of satisfying his libidinous desire and undermining his victim’s sexual integrity, obliging her to step back and push the accused away with her right hand.”Mallo had denied any wrongdoing and insisted he greeted his victim in the normal way with a handshake.Most read in FootballCCTV footage examined by investigators showed him with his hand on the mascot’s waist in what was described as a “contradiction” in his evidence although police weren’t able to see the sex crime in the videos they watched.The judge described the victim’s account of events as “firm and vehement.”Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersMallo has been offered the chance to appeal his sentence and fine.Espanyol fans have long been called Los Periquitos – Spanish for Parakeets – due to the fugitive birds that lived in the trees around its old stadium. More

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      Carney Chukwuemeka, 20, may be STRANDED at Chelsea as Blues ‘reject loan bids and will only accept permanent transfer’

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      CHELSEA want to sell Carney Chukwuemeka and are not interested in loaning him out, according to reports.The 20-year-old is part of the club’s “bomb squad” that has been exiled from Enzo Maresca’s plans and are training away from the first-team.Carney Chukwuemeka looks set to remain in Chelsea’s ‘bomb squad’Credit: AlamyWhile many of the other axed stars secured loan moves away like Raheem Sterling to Arsenal and Trevoh Chalobah to Crystal Palace, Chukwuemeka remains at Stamford Bridge.And the midfielder now looks set to be stranded at Chelsea until the January transfer window at least.Reporter Fabrizio Romano claims the Blues are only keen on selling Chukwuemeka permanently and will not accept loan bids.The Turkish transfer window does not close until tomorrow and Galatasaray have supposedly been open to signing the player on a short-term deal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Romano says there has been “no concrete talks” due to Chelsea’s stance on him.West Ham were open to signing Chukwuemeka on loan on Deadline Day but instead opted for PSG’s Carlos Soler.His name was also reportedly brought up in negotiations over Jadon Sancho’s move to Chelsea from Manchester United.Chukwuemeka joined the Blues from Aston Villa for £20million in 2022.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe is just two seasons into a six-year contract, allegedly earning £100,000 per week.The England Under-20 international has played just 27 times for Chelsea, scoring two goals.Angry Chelsea fan slams Todd Boehly’s transfer policy and claims no Blues supporters are happy with his running of the ‘unrecognisable’ club More

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      My dad is a Man Utd legend and Treble winner – now I’m making my own way by creating brand of cereal after health scare

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      ROY KEANE’S daughter is forging her own path after creating a healthy brand of cereal which helped her recover from her own illness.The Manchester United legend has five children from his marriage to Theresa Doyle.Roy Keane’s daughter has created a new healthy cerealCredit: Instagram / @superkeenfoodsCaragh Keane used the food to help beat her Lupus conditionsCredit: Instagram / @superkeenfoodsCaragh said she used to have extreme joint pain and blisters beforeCredit: Instagram / @superkeenfoodsHer new diet cleared up her old issuesCredit: Insatgram / @officialkeane16And Caragh, 28, is the second-oldest of Keane’s brood.But three years ago her world was turned upside-down after a shock health diagnosis.At the age of 25, Caragh was forced to turn down a “dream teaching position” after being diagnosed with lupus – a chronic autoimmune condition that results in severe inflammation.Caragh was told she may need to undergo chemotherapy after developing extreme joint pains and blisters.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut, after researching the linked between gut health and inflammation, she changed to a healthy diet.And three years later, with her lupus conditions now a thing of the past, Caragh has released a cereal that encourages gut health and avoids processed ingredients.Dad Keane has even been promoting the snack, gifting it to colleagues including Ian Wright and Gary Neville on the Stick to Football podcast.He said: “My daughter Caragh has got a company with health stuff. I am proud, very proud.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWright was particularly delighted with the gift, exclaiming: “I’m really pleased because of what she’s gone through and, I’m not just saying it, it tastes good. I’m really pleased for her.”Caragh’s company Superkeen highlights her health battle on its website.’Good on him’ – Lee Carsley wins the praise of Roy Keane after very frank admission following first two England gamesKeane gifted Claragh’s new cereal to his football palsCredit: Instagram / @wearetheoverlap via @superkeenfoodsIan Wright was loving the foodCredit: Instagram / @wearetheoverlap via @superkeenfoodsGary Neville was also impressedCredit: Instagram / @wearetheoverlap via @superkeenfoodsKeane admitted he was ‘proud’ of CaraghCredit: Instagram / @wearetheoverlap via @superkeenfoodsCaragh said: “My life was flipped upside down when I was told that I had an autoimmune condition back in 2021.“I had always been passionate about sports and health and I couldn’t cope with the fact that I had lupus. I felt a lot of shame and blamed myself for it.“At 25 years old, I had to turn down my dream teaching position due to extreme joint pain, alopecia, and painful blisters that appeared all over my face and body.“I had been told that I’d have to wear long sleeve tops and avoid going out in the sun and that I would have to spend the rest of my life on immuno-suppressants and potentially chemotherapy.My daughter Caragh has got a company with health stuff. I am proud, very proud.Roy Keane“My family and friends saved me during this time and I took that fear that I felt and put it towards researching everything I could about how to get better.“Through this research, I discovered the vital link between diet and gut health and I started eating in the most anti-inflammatory and gut-friendly way possible.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And after just two months of changing my diet and lifestyle, I started to heal. It is now three years on I am so grateful for where I am today! My health journey has led me to create Superkeen.“Superkeen is the most inclusive food brand in the UK and we are proud to be the first Auto-immune Friendly (AIP) brand in the UK. I am on a mission to help others and to create tasty, nutrient-dense, feel-good products for everybody to enjoy.”Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Forgotten Premier League star, 35, set to reignite fierce Man Utd rivalry after sealing shock free transfer to PAOK

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      FORMER Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren is poised to face Manchester United this season after signing for Greek side PAOK.The Croatian centre-back, 35, was a free agent after being released by Lyon at the end of the 2023/24 campaign.Dejan Lovren is set to return to Old Trafford four years after leaving LiverpoolCredit: GettyLovren played 10 Ligue 1 games for Lyon last seasonAccording to Sport 24, he has penned a two-year deal with PAOK – who won the Greek title last season.And his new club will face Man Utd in the Europa League after drawing them in the league phase.PAOK will travel to Old Trafford to face Erik ten Hag’s men on November 7.Lovren, who played Man Utd numerous times during his stint in the Premier League, joined Liverpool from Southampton in 2014 in a deal worth £20million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe spent six years at Anfield, playing 185 games and scoring eight goals.He won the Premier League and Champions League under Jurgen Klopp before leaving for Zenit St Petersburg in 2020.Lovren played in two Champions League finals, as well as a Europa League final.He then won three Russian league titles in a row with Zenit, before he joined Lyon in 2022.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAt international level, Lovren enjoyed a 13-year international career with Croatia during which he played 78 games and bagged five goals.He reached and started the 2018 World Cup final – after Croatia beat England in the semis.Tactical analysis of Man Utd star Manuel UgarteThey lost 4-2 to France in the final.After he helped Croatia beat England 2-1 in the last four, Lovren claimed he was one of the best defenders in the world.He said: “People said I had a difficult season but I don’t agree with that.”I showed why I took Liverpool to the final of the Champions League and now with the national team, and now I’m in the World Cup final.”I think people should recognise that I’m one of the best defenders in the world.” More

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      Manchester City vs Brentford: Get £40 in free bets and bonuses to spend on the Premier League with BetMGM

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      MANCHESTER CITY have a 100% record to defend when Brentford make the trip north this Saturday.Bookmakers BetMGM are offering brand new customers a cool £40 in free bets when you register an account and stake a tenner on the Premier League encounter.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..BetMGM £40 welcome bonusVisit the BetMGM website HERE*Select SPORTS OFFER on the websiteRegister a new account – No Promo Code necessaryOpt in for this promotion by depositing and placing at least £10 on football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free betsMan City vs Brentford: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here*Not got a BetMGM account? No problem!This offer is just for you, and it’s incredibly easy to claim!Simply register a new account, deposit and stake a minimum of £10 on football at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. This must be done within seven days of opening your account with the bookmaker.Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free bets!Man City vs Brentford: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Get £40 in free bets and bonuses to spend on the Premier League with BetMGM

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      LIVERPOOL’S 100% start to the Premier League season is put to the test once again when Nottingham Forest visit Anfield on Saturday.BetMGM are offering brand new customers a cool £40 in free bets when you register an account and stake a tenner on the top-flight encounter.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..BetMGM £40 welcome bonusVisit the BetMGM website HERE*Select SPORTS OFFER on the websiteRegister a new account – No Promo Code necessaryOpt in for this promotion by depositing and placing at least £10 on football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free betsLiverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here*Not got a BetMGM account? No problem!This offer is just for you, and it’s incredibly easy to claim!Simply register a new account, deposit and stake a minimum of £10 on football at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. This must be done within seven days of opening your account with the bookmaker.Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free bets!Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest prediction: Free betting tips, odds and preview for Premier League clash on Saturday

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      LIVERPOOL are looking to make it four wins from four to open the Premier League campaign when hosting Nottingham Forest on Saturday.SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest – and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses for the Anfield encounter.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesLiverpool vs Nottingham Forest previewThey’re a winning machine at the moment and Liverpool boss Arne Slot will know he has to keep it up if they’re to contest for the title – and with a clash against Milan in the Champions League a few days away.It’s an odd situation having both them and Manchester City kicking off at 3pm on a Saturday.But with both teams the only two with a 100% record and locked together on goal difference, it’s a chance for either to claim top spot.Liverpool actually sit in second having scored two less goals than the nine of City, but Slot’s side are yet to concede either this season.The Reds have beaten Forest the last three times they’ve faced, too. In fact, Forest’s record here is abysmal having not won any of the last 28 league visits here, dating back to 1969.Goals have been relatively hard to come by in Forest’s games so far this season, with just five scored across their three games to now.Despite that, they too have an unbeaten record – W1, D2 – and could prove a sticky opponent here.Is Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest on TV and can it be streamed?Unfortunately Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest will NOT be broadcast live on TV in the UK. 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