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      Will Still, 32, RESIGNS as Lens manager and returns to England as Sky Sports presenter partner battles illness

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      WILL STILL has resigned as RC Lens manager – and is reportedly in advanced talks with a Premier League club.The manager left after just one season to move back to England and be closer to partner Emma Saunders following her battle with cancer.Will Still has resigned as RC Lens managerCredit: AFPHe wants to spend more time with his partner Emma SaundersCredit: Instagram / @wrstillThey went public with their relationship last yearCredit: Instagram / @wrstillEmma has been battling illness since 2024Credit: https://www.instagram.com/emmasaunds/?hl=enSouthampton are said to have approached Still over becoming their new boss as they prepare for next season in the Championship.Still, 32, went public with his relationship with the Sky Sports presenter during Euro 2024.He announced his decision to leave Lens after their final game of the season which was attended by Saunders.He said: “I won’t be the coach of RC Lens next season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It was the last season at Bollaert, for multiple reasons.”The main reason that pushed me to make this decision is the fact that I need to go home.”Everyone is well aware of what happened in my life. That’s why.”I had a lot of fun, I think we achieved great things despite everything. I’ve been in France for four years, four years that I’ve experienced intense moments.Most read in Football”The logical choice is that I get closer to my wife for her well-being too.”Lens finished their time with Still as manager with a 4-0 win over AS Monaco.Emma shared this snap on her Instagram pageCredit: InstagramShe is a Sky Sports presenterCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsFans have showed their support for the couple in the pastCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/emmasaunds/3589641464853836405/She has been treated for thyroid cancerCredit: Instagram / @emmasaundsNeil El Aynaoui netted twice while Adrien Thomasson and Anass Zaroury wrapped up the scoring.The victory sealed an 8th-placed finish in the Ligue 1 table.Still will now be able to close to Saunders as she battles health issues.She had revealed that at the start of the season she had been treated for thyroid cancer.She is now recovering from a brain infection called encephalitis which is a condition in which it becomes inflamed.Emma attended Still’s final game at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis and shared a snap with him on the pitch.The fans have previously shown their support towards Emma and Still as they held a banner that read “Courage Emma et Will.”In her career, she has also worked for the likes of BBC Sport, fronting women’s football on the channel alongside her work at Sky.The two cosied up as they posed for the picture and she captioned the post: “Bravo”.Still made a name for himself as the youngest manager in Europe’s top five leagues.He was just 30 when he took over at Reims – even before getting his Uefa Pro Licence, costing the club £22,000 per match.Read More on The SunStill guided the club to ninth in Ligue 1 last season before announcing his exit to take over at RC Lens.He has already picked up some work in England as he was a special guest on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football in April. More

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      Phil Foden splashes HUGE sum to buy daughter, True, 3, a Rolex – and it’s identical to one worn by A-lister’s daughter

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      AT the age of three, Phil Foden’s daughter might struggle to tell the time — but Daddy has already treated her to a £10,000 Rolex.Little True was seen wearing the pricey watch in pictures posted on her Instagram page last week.Phil Foden has bought his daughter a £10,000 RolexFoden pictured with Rebecca Cooke and their childrenCredit: Instagram/officialronniefodenMan City and England ace Foden loves spending his £200,000-a-week wages on his kidsCredit: GettyEngland and Man City ace Phil, 24, and girlfriend Rebecca Cooke run the site, which has 22,400 followers. True is also seen kitted out in a £160 Monnalisa designer dress, a £40 bag from Hookd and a Pandora charm bracelet.Her Rolex is identical to one worn by Kylie Jenner’s daughter Stormi, six.Phil’s own watch collection includes a Rolex Sky Dweller and a Day Date.Read More on FODENThe midfielder, who came on as a sub in yesterday’s FA Cup final defeat to Crystal Palace, loves spending his £200,000-a-week wages on his kids — Ronnie, five, True, and baby boy Phil Junior.True was given a pony, Angus, at Christmas and is having riding lessons.A source said: “True loves anything girly, sparkly — she loves fancy things. She is the little girl that wants for nothing.” Phil recently moved the family to a mansion with a lake in the Cheshire countryside. Most read in FootballHe was brought up on a council estate in nearby Edgeley, Stockport.His mum, Claire, has revealed how much her son had changed recently.She said: “The shocking thing is I hear him ordering salmon a lot now and he never used to eat that.”’I don’t expect anything’ Roy Keane savages England star after below-par display in Thomas Tuchel’s first gameThe Rolex is identical to one worn by Kylie Jenner’s daughter Stormi, six More

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      ‘Best fans in the world’ – Heartwarming meaning of Crystal Palace tifo that inspired heroes to FA Cup triumph revealed

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      CRYSTAL PALACE were inspired to FA Cup glory by an incredible tifo with a heartwarming meaning.The Eagles made history on Saturday as they lifted their first-ever trophy with a 1-0 win over Manchester City.Crystal Palace were inspired to FA Cup glory by a heartwarming tifoThe Eagles beat Man City 1-0 to lift their first ever trophyCredit: Shutterstock EditorialThe tifo was inspired by fan Mark Wealleans, who died from cancer in 2017In the tifo, Wealleans was celebrating Darren Ambrose’s strike against Man Utd in 2011Credit: AP:Associated PressEberechi Eze’s 16th minute strike was enough to seal glory at Wembley.While Dean Henderson avoided a red card for handball before saving a penalty moments later.The game even ended with a clash between Henderson and City boss Pep Guardiola, who was left fuming at full-time.But there was a major inspiration behind the Eagles’ brilliant victory in north west London.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBefore kick-off, a stunning tifo was unveiled by Palace fans bearing the message: “Wembley will shake… and it will be beautiful.”Alongside was an image of a Palace fan celebrating with two children.And during the match, the club explained the heartwarming reason behind the fans’ display.Posting a tweet, which also showed the original picture it was based on, Palace explained all with a caption declaring: “Best fans in the world.”Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe Eagles wrote: “After Darren Ambrose’s 40 yard screamer against Manchester United in 2011, the cameras panned to the away end and, amidst 3,000 supporters jumping for joy, found an adrenalised red-and-blue clad supporter, Mark Wealleans, screaming with passion while holding up two young Palace lads who — then nine and six-years-old — responded by bursting into tears.“Tragically, Mark Wealleans, a proud south London and Season Ticket holder, lost his life in February 2017, aged just 49, five months after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.Furious Pep Guardiola and Dean Henderson clash on pitch after Crystal Palace’s FA Cup triumphREAD MORE ON PALACE’S INCREDIBLE FA CUP TRIUMPHEbere Eze scored the only goal of the game after 16 minutesDean Henderson then avoided a red card for handballThe ace was clearly outside his box when he stopped Erling Haaland from going throughHenderson then saved Omar Marmoush’s penalty 10 minutes later“His two kids are in the crowd today continuing the Palace supporting tradition.”Fans responded with delight to the emotional tribute.One said: “Another reason why every other football fan is delighted for Palace.”Another declared: “Wow what an honour and gesture, thank you.”One noted: “Love that, amazing, congrats Palace.”Another added: “Nah this is class, RIP.”Crystal Palace ratingsCRYSTAL PALACE secured their first ever trophy with a famous FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.Pep Guardiola clashed with Henderson at full timeThe City boss was left fuming at the resultGuardiola still gave it large as Henderson hugged Oliver GlasnerPep waved a finger at Henderson as he walked offThe tifo certainly seemed to do the trick for Palace.Oliver Glasner’s men put in a monstrous defensive effort to keep City at bay, with goalkeeper Henderson putting in several big saves.But the stopper was lucky to be on the pitch after handling the ball outside his own half.He was only saved from a red card thanks to a controversial VAR check after swatting the ball away from a goal-bound Erling Haaland.And the decision proved to be pivotal as Henderson went on to save a penalty from Omar Marmoush just 10 minutes later.Read More on The SunPep Guardiola was left raging at full-time as he clashed with Henderson, who dedicated Palace’s incredible win to his late father.And it was the goalie who had the last laugh as he joined teammates for a trophy lift they and Palace’s fans will never forget.Man City ratingsMANCHESTER CITY were stunned by Crystal Palace at Wembley, condemning Pep Guardiola to a first trophyless season in eight years. More

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      Upset Lucas Paqueta becoming ILL due to spot-fixing probe delay, claims West Ham boss Graham Potter

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      LUCAS PAQUETA is getting ill and feeling stressed by the delay to his spot-fixing probe.And West Ham boss Graham Potter wants the FA to resolve his case before next season so the club know if he will be part of a rebuild.Graham Potter claims Lucas Paqueta’s spot-fixing probe is making the West Ham star illCredit: GettyPotter wants the issue resolved quicklyCredit: GettyIn May 2024, the Brazilian playmaker, 27, was charged with four counts of spot-fixing and two of obstructing an FA investigation.This followed allegations he intentionally got a yellow card for betting purposes in four Prem games between November 2022 and August 2023.The club say they have NO idea when the findings of this will be revealed, so do not know if he will be banned for life or found not guilty.Being in limbo is taking its toll on Paqueta, who denies any wrongdoing, and he broke down in tears of frustration after being booked in the 1-1 draw with Tottenham on May 4.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLToday’s clash against seventh-placed Nottingham Forest is the Hammers’ final home match of the season and it could be the last time he ever dons the claret-and-blue colours.He was an unused sub against Manchester United last week with a  cold.Potter said: “The week he had was  particularly tough  for him personally, which I think everybody can  understand.“And then, as a result of that, he was feeling under the weather on the day before the game at Manchester United and during the game.Most read in Football“So I didn’t want to risk him and make it worse for him. But he’s trained really well, he wants to be part of the team to help and we’ll see how to use him for the weekend.”When he broke down in tears against Spurs, wife Duda Fournier took to Instagram to express her concerns about her husband’s mental state.West Ham star Lucas Paqueta charged with betting breachesShe said: “My husband has a posture and a strength that I admire and impresses me. We have been living this nightmare for two years.”Asked if the situation was taking  its toll on Paqueta, Potter replied: “Obviously, you know what it’s like, sometimes you are in stress and  pressure, it can manifest itself in a different way.”Asked if he wants clarity by the start of next season, Potter said: “For everybody concerned, yes. The sooner the better for everyone.“In fairness to Lucas, he’s handled it brilliantly. Generally he’s come in and conducted himself in a really good way. He’s just ready to help the team.“I think coming into work is a  distraction for him. It takes his mind off things.“For me, I’m just there to support him, the same with his team-mates.”The FA declined to comment when approached by SunSport.It will be an emotional afternoon in East London also for the likes of Aaron Cresswell, Lukasz Fabianski, Vladimir Coufal and Danny Ings.The quartet, who were part of the 2023  Conference League-winning squad, have not been offered new contracts and will leave this summer.Czech defender Coufal, 32, joined in 2020 from Slavia Prague.And in a message to Hammers fans, he said: “I knew that once this time would come but I could not imagine how emotional it would be for me and my family.“I can say with all honesty in my heart that I enjoyed every minute of being at West Ham. I am taking a lot of unforgettable memories with me.” Yet there are NO guarantees any of them will play a role today and be given a proper send-off as Potter is eyeing up a possible 13th-place finish.Read More on The SunHe added: “There’s a lot at stake in the Premier League in terms of our points and what Forest are fighting for, so we have to make sure we pick the right team to try to win.“Of course, emotion is always part of football so that can help. But we have to make the decision based on everything to try to win.” More

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      Sir Jim Ratcliffe fears Ruben Amorim could RESIGN as Man Utd chief seeks assurances manager will stay

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      SIR JIM RATCLIFFE is ready to back Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United revival — but wants assurances he definitely wants to stay.United’s part-owner is keen to support his boss in the summer transfer market.Sir Jim Ratcliffe watched Man Utd lose 1-0 at Chelsea on FridayCredit: GettyRuben Amorim has struggled for wins since joining Man UtdCredit: AlamyBut Amorim’s mixed messages have left Ratcliffe fearing the Portuguese could decide the rebuilding job is too much for him.Amorim last week revealed he may be forced to step aside nearly seven months after succeeding sacked Erik ten Hag.He said: “It’s a decisive moment in the history of the club. We need to be really strong in the summer and to be brave because we will not have a next season like this.“If we start like this, if the feeling is still here, we should give the space to different people.”READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSYet in the build-up to Friday night’s 1-0 defeat against Chelsea, Amorim insisted that he would not be quitting.SunSport understands Ratcliffe remains concerned the former Sporting Lisbon boss may decide enough is enough after a campaign of chaos in which he said he blames himself for creating what he described as United’s “worst team in history”.Ratcliffe sees in Amorim a similar kind of character to himself — the kind of loose cannon who turned his Ineos company into a global petrochemical giant and became a billionaire.But he wants to know for sure that the manager will at least see out the remaining two years of his contract — instead of leaving United in an even deeper mess.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThere are concerns that even gaining a Champions League place by triumphing in Wednesday’s Europa League final with Tottenham in Spain may not be enough to prevent the Portuguese chief from walking away.He has already stated that playing among Europe’s elite next season may be too much for a squad he said “don’t fear” losing any more.Wayne Rooney names three players Man Utd should sign this summer including transfer for iconic former starThat followed last week’s 2-0 Premier League defeat to West Ham at Old Trafford.Since completing his £1.3billion investment into the Red Devils for a 27.7 per cent stake 15 months ago, Ratcliffe has overseen some brutal cost–cutting at the club.Up to 450 jobs could be lost and so savage are the cuts that Amorim is paying for 30 members of his backroom staff to go to the Bilbao final.Ratcliffe had even warned that United’s finances were so bad that the club was in danger of going bust.But money will be found to fund the proposed £60m signing of attacker Matheus Cunha from Wolves — with Ipswich forward Liam Delap also a £30m target.The club also want a new goalkeeper and another defender.Meanwhile, homegrown stars like Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo could be sold to raise around £100m, with several other squad players also set to be ditched to raise more cash.Read More on The SunAmorim will be allowed a major say by Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and technical director Jason Wilcox on who stays, who goes and what new talent will be brought in.Only, however, if he convinces them that he is prepared to stay for the long haul — as opposed to leaving them looking for a third new manager in just under a year.Man Utd ratings v Chelsea More

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      Adam Wharton forced to miss Crystal Palace’s FA Cup celebrations as he’s taken for concussion tests

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      ADAM WHARTON was forced to miss Crystal Palace’s FA Cup celebrations after being taken for concussion tests at the final whistle.Wharton put in a huge performance as Palace beat favourites Man City 1-0 at Wembley to clinch their first-ever trophy.Adam Wharton missed Crystal Palace’s FA Cup celebrations as he was being treated for concussionCredit: ReutersManager Oliver Glasner celebrates in front of the Crystal Palace fansCredit: GettyOliver Glasner’s side made history as the result also sealed a place in next season’s Europa League.The game was full of drama as Ebere Eze gave Palace the lead on 16 minutes.Dean Henderson then avoided a red card for handling outside the box, being saved by a controversial VAR call.The Palace goalie then stopped an Omar Marmoush penalty 10 minutes later.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Henderson, who paid a tearful tribute to his dad later on, was then embroiled in a post-match bust-up with City boss Pep Guardiola.However, nothing could stop Palace from celebrating their win.The party started at full-time as jubilant players collected their gold medals from Prince William before holding the FA Cup trophy aloft.But there was one notable absence on the famous Wembley steps.Most read in FA CupWharton was not present for the trophy lift as he was being checked over by docs for concussion.The midfielder took a ball in the face from a Kevin De Bruyne shot during the match.Furious Pep Guardiola and Dean Henderson clash on pitch after Crystal Palace’s FA Cup triumphAnd while pals partied on the pitch with their title, Wharton was being assessed as to whether he was suffering from concussion or not.Fans were quick to wish Euro 2024 finalist Wharton well.One said: “Rapid and quick recovery Adam.”Another declared: “Showed great sportsmanship prioritising his health over celebrations.”One noted: “Bet he is still super happy.”Another added: “Gutted for him, hope he’s OK.” More

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      ‘I’m definitely available’ – Arsenal star Ben White CONFIRMS he is ready for England return under Thomas Tuchel

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      ARSENAL star Ben White is ready to play for England again under Thomas Tuchel.The Gunners right-back has been in self-imposed exile from international football since leaving the Three Lions camp for “personal reasons” during the 2022 World Cup.Ben White has returned to fitness with ArsenalCredit: GettyWhite has not played for England since leaving Qatar in 2022Credit: PABut White confirmed he had made himself available to new head coach Tuchel after the German reached out to him ahead of his first games in March.White, 27, fit again after knee problems, said: “I’m definitely available.“I spoke to him a few times. He’s such a nice, nice man — very honest. I haven’t been back for too long.“So it’s just about playing now and hopefully making my way back in.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSWhite and former England boss Sir Gareth Southgate have never publicly revealed why the defender left Qatar after the World Cup group stage.There were claims of a row between White and Southgate’s assistant boss Steve Holland.Whatever the reasons, White refused to be considered for England duty for the rest of Southgate’s reign.On Friday, Tuchel will name his squad for next month’s World Cup qualifier in Andorra before a home friendly against Senegal at the City Ground.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe England boss did not pick White for March’s qualifying games against Albania and Latvia, but said the four-cap Gunners defender had made himself available again.When naming his first squad, Tuchel said: “He loves to be back in the squad.Arsenal reveal new home kit for 2025/26 season with major change to badge and eye-watering price“It’s a bit too early given the seriousness of the injury he had. I’m delighted he’s back.“We’ve been monitoring his training — huge compliments to the medical and performance department of the FA and thanks to everyone at Arsenal.“We are on it and we are speaking to Ben.“It’s now a question about getting more minutes and rhythm. He has every chance to be back.”Thomas Tuchel is set to recall Ben WhiteCredit: Alamy More

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      Dean Henderson rubs salt in Man City’s wounds as Crystal Palace hero makes startling admission about penalty save

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      DEAN HENDERSON has revealed he did his homework on Omar Marmoush – and “knew he’d save” the Egyptian’s FA Cup final penalty. The Palace goalkeeper helped the Eagles beat Manchester City 1-0 at Wembley on Saturday. Dean Henderson saved Omar Marmoush’s first-half penalty in the FA Cup finalCredit: ReutersThe Palace stopper claims he knew which way the Egyptian was going to goCredit: AlamyErling Haaland had initially taken the ball before giving it to MarmoushCredit: AlamyHenderson dived smartly to his right to palm away Marmoush’s spotkick in the 36th minute.The 28-year-old had courted controversy earlier in the half after appearing to handle outside his area.But he won the battle with Marmoush as City’s January signing from Eintracht Frankfurt fluffed his lines. Erling Haaland had initially looked likely to take the crucial penalty for Pep Guardiola’s men, who trailed 1-0 at the time. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Norwegian had missed three of his last from 12 yards and eventually handed the ball to Marmoush. And Henderson revealed he was delighted to see City’s £59million man try his luck – because he “knew which way” he would shoot.He told ITV: “To be fair, [Erling] Haaland might have stepped up, I wasn’t sure which way he’d go. “He gave it to [Omar] Marmoush, I knew which way he was going. I knew I’d save it.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHenderson was confronted by City boss Guardiola at the final whistle.And he revealed the Spaniard was fuming at Palace’s “time-wasting” antics in the second half.  Furious Pep Guardiola and Dean Henderson clash on pitch after Crystal Palace’s FA Cup triumphHe continued: “I just want to shake his hand.”But I think he was disappointed with the time wasting.”I said, ‘You got the ten minutes you wanted’. There’s no hard feelings.”The former Man Utd stopper also dedicated Saturday’s historic win to his dad Dougie, who passed away last year. He continued: “It’s why I left United, it’s what I set out to do.”I lost my dad at the start of the season and I’ll miss him here today.”He was with me every kick of the ball today and I dedicate that win to him.” More