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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

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Leicester vs Southampton DELAYED, Everton leading Ipswich, Arsenal up NEXT – updates

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      SATURDAY’S Premier League action features four huge matches!The early kick off saw two teams with European ambitions, Aston Villa and Fulham, face off in the West Midlands, with Youri Tielemans scoring the only goal in a Villa win.Two 3pm fixtures see Everton welcome already-relegated Ipswich Town and Leicester City host Southampton in a basement clash.Saturday’s action concludes with Arsenal welcoming Bournemouth to the Emirates at 5.30pm.Kick off times: 12.30pm/3pm/5.30pmCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…From Phil Thomas at GoodisonA day of nostalgia and tradition in the penultimate game at Goodison……so how fitting that Everton are maintaining their time-served custom of being consistently inconsistent to the end.Two up and cruising against a relegated side which looked ready to crumble, only to blow it and having to settle for a point.Well I did say if a fourth goal was coming, Ipswich were favourites to get it…Copy linkCopiedFrom Dan King at the Emirates StadiumWhen it comes to injuries, you can have sympathy with Arsenal.This time they leave full back Jurrien Timber out as a precaution and in comes Ben White for only his third start since November.But in terms of the alleged refereeing plot against the Gunners, ask Bournemouth how they feel.They were set fair for a win over Manchester United that would have kept them right in the hunt for European football until Evanilson was sent off, a decision that was overturned on appeal Could it be that there was a cock-up instead of a conspiracy and that incompetence is dealt out at random?Mikel Arteta’s side were not quite on it when they drew with Brentford in between their quarter final clashes with Real Madrid.After Liverpool sealed the title, this is another test of Arsenal’s will not to come third in a two-horse race.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Leicester 2-0 SouthamptonThe Foxes come out on top in the battle of the bottom two and record a rare win.Southampton still have work to do to not be remembered as the joint-worst Premier League team of all time.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Everton 2-2 IpswichAn entertaining game comes to an end at Goodison.Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-2 Ipswich90. Six minutes of stoppage time has just been signalled at Goodison……and that has lifted Ipswich.Kieran McKenna’s relegated outfit believe they can win this!Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at the King PowerThings have calmed down after an incident-packed first half.If anything, Southampton have looked the most likely to score.They had a goal disallowed after 55 minutes when Matty Fernandes put the ball in the net, after sub Paul Onuachu’s header was saved superbly by Jacob Stolarczyk. But it was ruled out for offside.The travelling Saints fans let interim boss Simon Rusk know what they thought of his decision to sub Fernandes moments later.They sang ‘You don’t know what you’re doing’ and followed it up with a lengthy rendition of ‘Matty, Matty Fernandes’.Leicester have brought on 15-year-old Jeremy Monga – but can Vardy score again for his 200th Leicester goal?Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-2 Ipswich79. From 2-0 down, Ipswich have clawed their way level.It’s substitute George Hirst who has bagged the equaliser, following in his father’s footsteps with an instinctive header at the far post.The striker took advantage of some good fortune when a cross from the left looped up off Idrissa Gueye, but he was alert and showed bravery to dart in and head down past Jordan Pickford.They may be heading back to the Championship, but Ipswich have something to celebrate here.Copy linkCopiedEqualiser!Copy linkCopiedLeicester 2-0 Southampton71. And yet somehow this game makes the game at Goodison Park look action-packed.There’s just been one shot on target in the second half at the King Power, and I can’t even remember who had it.Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-1 Ipswich68. It has been 30 minutes since Everton last attempted a shot in this game.Dominic Calvert-Lewin is back on the bench today. Maybe it’s up to him to put that right.Copy linkCopiedFrom Phil Thomas at Goodison ParkOn easy street with half-time in sight… now scrapping like street fighters to keep their noses in front.At least Everton are consistent to the end – they’ve always been in a league of their own when it comes to making things hard for themselves.If there’s a fourth goal in this, you sense Ipswich will be the ones who score it.Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-1 Ipswich56. Ipswich scorer Julio Enciso picked up a knock at the start of the second period but he appears to have shaken it off.And now he’s eyeing up Jordan Pickford goal again with another long range effort, but this time the Everton keeper comes out on top to comfortably save.Copy linkCopiedTeam news from the EmiratesArsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Saka, Trossard, MartinelliBournemouth (4-2-3-1): Kepa; Araujo, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Cook, Adams; Tavernier, Kluivert, Ouattara; EvanilsonCredit: @Arsenal on XCredit: @afcbournemouth on XCopy linkCopiedBack on it for the second halfWe are underway again at Goodison and the King Power, although the latter is a little behind following that first half stoppage.Can Southampton find a way back in? Will Everton start their farewells to Goodison in style? It’s time to find out.Copy linkCopiedFrom Graham Hill at the King PowerAfter 12 minutes of stoppage time here – and an eventful first half – Leicester are in uncharted territory as far as 2025 goes.Ruud van Nistelrooy called on his relegated team to play with freedom – and they have. The Foxes are 2-0 up at half time with goals from skipper Jamie Vardy and a 43rd minute strike from Jordan Ayew who saw his free-kick hit the Saints wall before scoring from the rebound.But ref David Webb went down injured midway through the half and had to come off. There was a delay of almost 12 minutes before play could resume – with fourth official Sam Barrott stepping up to take the whistle, and a referees’ coach Phil Sharp, taking over on the touchline.As if that wasn’t enough, a fans’ protest banner aimed at the owner, Top Srivaddhanaprabha and director of football Jon Rudkin, was mistakenly shown on the stadium’s big screen. Leicester use the broadcast feed for match action and swiftly took down the banner shot.But Southampton still look a long way from that magic 12 point mark.Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Leicester 2-0 SouthamptonThe Foxes lead the battle of the bottom two at the King Power.Jamie Vardy and Jordan Ayew helped themselves to a couple of smart finishes but the first half was marred by a scare for referee David Webb.The official collided with Ayew, and was eventually replaced with a suspected concussion, leading to lengthy stoppage time.Copy linkCopiedFrom Phil Thomas at Goodison ParkWhere did that come from? Nearly half an hour of pretty much nothing, then 20 minutes of blood and thunder…and a couple of worldies.Beto’s headed opener, Liam Delap’s come-and-have-a-go to anyone in sight – and then two rub-your-eyes, Roberto Carlos-style swerving strikes from Dwight McNeil and Julio Enciso.Bring on the second half!Copy linkCopiedHalf-time – Everton 2-1 IpswichThe Toffees lead at the break, but not as convincingly as they would have liked.Goals from Beto and McNeil had them in total charge, but a stunner from Julio Enciso means this one has all to play for.Copy linkCopiedLeicester 2-0 Southampton44. Jordan Ayew rockets Leicester into a two-goal lead!The Ghanian appeared to have passed up his opportunity by chipping a 20-yard free-kick into the wall.But the forward readjusted himself quickly to take on the rebound, and promptly drilled it low into the bottom corner before the Southampton defence could react.Copy linkCopiedBelter!Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-0 Ipswich41. One of the goals of the season by Julio Enciso has Ipswich back in the contest!There appears no danger when the Paraguayan picks up the ball just inside the Everton half.But with a drop of the shoulder, he skips inside his marker and bursts forward.Thirty yards out, he takes aim with a strike that dips wickedly as it passes Jordan Pickford and crashes in off the bar.Copy linkCopiedWhat a goal!Copy linkCopiedLeicester 1-0 Southampton38. The game is back underway at the King Power, but has taken some time to pick up pace following that lengthy stoppage.Expect injury time aplenty at the end of the first half.Copy linkCopiedEverton 2-0 Ipswich35. On his 100th appearance for the club, Dwight McNeil doubles Everton’s lead!The winger is revelling back in the side after injury, and his strike here deceives Alex Palmer by swerving all over the shop.As a result, the Ipswich goalkeeper barely moves to keep out McNeil’s 25-yarder and it promptly thumps into the back of the net.Copy linkCopiedIt’s two!Copy linkCopied More

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      Aston Villa 1 Fulham 0: Early Tielemans goal fires Villans level on points with Chelsea in race for Champions League

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      YOURI TIELEMANS’ bullet header was just enough to see off a Fulham side who fired blanks – as Aston Villa made it 17 home games without defeat.That equalled a club record set by Unai Emery’s team between March and December 2023 and kept them on course for a potential Champions League berth.Aston Villa earned a hard fought 1-0 win against Fulham at Villa ParkCredit: ReutersYouri Tielemans opened the scoring in the 12th minute at Villa ParkCredit: GettyRyan Sessegnon’s second-half strike was ruled out for handball five minutes into the second halfCredit: GettyIt also maintained the Spaniard’s remarkable record against the Cottagers, who he has now beaten in all seven encounters against them – the best record of his managerial career against any club.This won’t go down as one of his better performances but at this stage of the season that doesn’t matter.Villa’s players had suffered two absolute sledgehammer blows ahead of this crucial game.Losing to a stoppage time goal at Manchester City was painful enough.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBut being spanked 3-0 by Crystal Palace in the FA Cup semi final at Wembley really piled on the agony for Emery’s men.However this was no time to feel sorry for themselves, with the Premier League’s finishing tape in sight.In his programme notes Emery stressed the importance of putting the past behind them.”During the week, we kicked out from our mind any distraction, regret or fear,” he wrote.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”No past and no future, football only knows about the present.”Do we want Villa in the top level of football again? YES.Emery ripped up his own transfer handbook to sign Villa sensation Morgan Rogers, who says HE invented Palmer celebration”Are we aware of how important the Fulham match is? YES.” Fortunately for him Tielemans got the memo!The little Belgian has been the beating heart of this Villa side all season.Incredibly this was the 27-year-old’s 52nd consecutive start of the season. That made him the first player to clock up that many starts for the club since Earl Barrett and Kevin Richardson way back in 1994.And he celebrated the milestone with the goal which turned out to be the winner, after 12 minutes.Fulham will be kicking themselves at the ease with which the Belgian scored.John McGinn flighted in a corner from the right and Tielemans timed his run to perfection to burst between Kenny Tete and Harry Wilson and head beyond Bernd Leno.Although the German goalie managed to get a glove on the ball there was no chance of him keeping that particular bullet out.It was the midfielder’s fifth goal of the season – and Villa’s 15th set-piece goal – and Tielemans went on to produce a man of the match performance.It’s still hard to believe Emery snapped him up on a free from Leicester City two seasons ago.He was at the heart of everything that was good about Villa as he ran the show with his accurate passing.In an often frantic game, he seemed to play the game at his own pace, as he covered every blade of grass on Villa Park.In truth this was a slow burner however as both forward lines failed to find the spark needed to ignite the contest.Ollie Watkins was trying desperately to break Gabby Agbonlahor’s 74-goal haul to become Villa’s top Premier goalscorer of all time.But he headed wide following a short corner in seven minutes as Marco Asensio’s cross was just a centimetre or two too high for him.And that set the tone for another frustrating afternoon for the England striker who has now gone three games without a goal.In fact the only real other moment of note during a dreadful first half came from Tielemans again.He looked set to score a screamer of a second until Bernd Leno got his fingertips to prevent his 25 yarder finding the top bin!However none of the dozy officials spotted his brilliant save, which brought a wry smile to Leno’s face.And a dreary half ended when Martinez plucked an Alex Iwobi effort out from under his crossbar, with impressive ease.Fortunately things livened up after the break.Watkins just failed to get on the end of a teasing Cash cross before Fulham thought they had equalised.The ball struck Sessegnon’s hand on the way down to the shotCredit: GettyRyan Sessegnon tried to tame Antonee Robinson’s lay-off by taking the ball down on his chest.But the ball brushed his hand before he lashed a screamer beyond Martinez and into the far corner.Referee Rob Jones spotted the handball and VAR agreed with the official that any handball in the run-up to a goal is a no, no as Fulham cursed their luck.Meanwhile, Emery cursed Ezri Konsa for losing the ball in midfield, leading to another Fulham chance which Harry Wilson just failed to take.The Spaniard was a flurry of arms as he vented his anger several times at Konsa who tried to argue back – which didn’t help the situation!Leno then denied Watkins, using his foot to divert the striker’s shot before Pau Torres missed a snip at the far post.Nerves frayed as the clock ticked down and Cash bravely blocked Joachim Andersen at the back post as Fulham pushed for an equaliser.Adama Traore then slashed a volley wide before Villa sub Donyell Malen almost killed off the Cottagers.Read More on The SunHe sprinted through onto Jacob Ramsey’s pass but smashed the ball off the underside of Leno crossbar.However Villa were relieved to leave with three hard-earned points, with on-loan forward Marcus Rashford set to miss the rest of the season through hamstring injury. 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      Chelsea to build 1,400 luxury football-themed £1m apartments in Dubai’s beachfront with a branded pitch on the ROOF

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      CHELSEA’S new partners will build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments in Dubai – with a Blues-branded pitch on the ROOF.The West London club signed a deal with Dubai-based property company Damac.Chelsea’s new sponsors Damac are set to build 1,400 luxury apartmentsCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesThe stunning complex will feature a Chelsea-branded pitch on the roofCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesPrices will range from £430,000 to £1mCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesThe long-term sponsorship sees the Middle East firm become a global partner of Chelsea.They will also see their logo splashed across the front of the team’s shirts for the few remaining games of the season – having been blank since the start of the campaign.But now Damac have confirmed they have designed the first-ever branded residence in collaboration with the Premier League club.The Chelsea Residences is set to be erected in Dubai’s Maritime City and “merges luxury lifestyle with world-class sporting heritage”. READ MORE ON CHELSEAArchitects Gensler have designed the stunning £1million flats with a range of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments all featuring floor-to-ceiling glass and boasting superb sea views. Damac say: “This landmark development features over 1,400 sea-facing units and a lifestyle that rivals match-day energy. “Expect bold design, breathtaking views, and amenities inspired by the spirit of champions.”The interiors exude modern sophistication with high-end finishes, state-of-the-art materials, and subtle Chelsea branding throughout.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Residents will enjoy a rooftop football pitch, grand lion statues, and exclusive waterfront experiences such as an infinity sand pool, aqua gym, and a starlit spa.”This is just the first half.”How Enzo Maresca can transform Chelsea to challenge for Premier League titleThere will even be a ‘Chelsea football simulation room’, ‘Chelsea Lion beach’ and the Blues badge on the rooftop pitch – making it the perfect home for any Blues fans based in the UAE.Jason Gannon, President and COO of Chelsea Football Club, said, “Damac are world renowned in building luxury properties, and we are thrilled to be working with the industry leader to bring to market a first of its kind branded Chelsea FC residence in Dubai.“With the club located in the heart of London, the collaboration will bring SW6 to life in Dubai, supporting our continued growth on the global stage. “We can’t wait to see Chelsea Residences take its place in the Dubai skyline.”The complex will be just 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport.But they will not come cheap.Prices start from £430,000 for a one-bedroom apartment.Read More on The SunBut the most expensive homes will set buyers back a whopping £1m.It is not the first time Damac have collaborated with big brands – with their other projects including a Roberto Cavalli Tower and Paramount Hotel in Dubai – plus the Versace Tower in Nine Elms, London. Fans can expect lots of ‘subtle Chelsea branding’Credit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesThe apartments are 20 minutes from Dubai International AirportCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesOwners can expect a ‘Chelsea football simulation room’Credit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesAll 1,400 flats will have a sea viewCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesDamac debuted their logo on the Chelsea shirt on ThursdayCredit: Reuters More

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      Steven Gerrard spotted declaring ‘I f****** love Rangers’ on boozy night out in expletive-laden message for Celtic fan

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      STEVEN GERRARD bought into life as a Rangers manager big style as he delivered the league title which stopped Celtic recording ten Premiership titles in a row. And some followers of the Ibrox club are clearly keen for him to return as part of the brave new world which will begin this summer under the stewardship of Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises. Gerrard records the video messageHe’s among the favourites to return to Ibrox as next permanent bossSteven Gerrard pictured in BahrainCredit: GettyWhether that includes Gerrard remains to be seen but the England legend leaves nothing to the imagination in regards his love for the club in a widely-shared video of him taken on a boozy night out.It’s unclear exactly when all of this takes place but Gerrard has clearly been asked by a Celtic fan to record a short message for another supporter and offers an x-rated response, although it’s all good natured fun.In the clip, he says: “Listen Debbie, this f****** mushroom is a Celtic fan.”We f****** love Rangers. F*** Debbie I love Rangers.”The video surfaced at the same time as a clip showing him in the company of a woman who sings ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ with Gerrard saying ‘Up the Teddy Bears’.Gerrard has crammed plenty oof highs AND lows into his mangerial career, having followed up his Ibrox exploits with the sack in short order from Aston Villa. He’s currently out of work after leaving his lucrative post in Saudi Arabia at Al-Ettifaq in July 2023.He departed with his side five points above the relegation zone, having won five of 17 matches this season with a boss at the Saudi club saying he sacrficed a cool £10m with the move.Most read in FootballHe’s already been made one of the outright favourites for the role of next permanent Gers manager, even though one pundit in David Prutton reckons he would be better served by following the Frank Lampard route back into the UK game in the Championship.Liverpool fans work out where guard of honour could be with Steven Gerrard humiliation in line to be avenged a decade onHe said: “Another stellar player that I would say, if you want to be a manager for 25, 30 years then he’s still kind of working his way to that rhythm, having worked all over the world.“Maybe he’d have taken heed or inspiration from what Frank Lampard’s experienced at Coventry City, and obviously Derby before that.Gerrard shouts ‘Up the Teddy Bears’ over You’ll Never Walk Alone“The Championship is a very smart way to get a decent body of work in to show people what you can do.“And West Brom, yes there might be a bit of turnover of players, take a look at what the ownership are expecting going into next season, but yes the profile works.“It is just whether that works then with regards to the players involved.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Arsenal ace Bukayo Saka’s Wag Tolami Benson steals show wearing plunging all-black outfit

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      TOLAMI BENSON stole the show as she attended a concert.Benson, who is dating Arsenal ace Bukayo Saka, was seen in a stunning all-black outfit complete with leather trousers for the occasion.Tolami Benson stole the show as she attended a concertCredit: https://www.instagram.com/tolami_benson/Benson stole the show as she wore leather trousers for the occasionCredit: https://www.instagram.com/tolami_benson/She was also all smiles as she was seen cuddling a cute dogCredit: https://www.instagram.com/tolami_benson/Benson and Saka have kept their relationship out of the public eyeCredit: PAShe is often seen supporting her man from the standsCredit: InstagramBenson was a regular feature in the stands at Euro 2024Credit: PAShe shared pictures of her mesmerising look seemingly at a Central Cee performance.The award-winning rapper performed at the O2 Arena in London as part of his Can’t Rush Greatness World Tour in late April, when the photos appear to have been taken.Benson shared snaps of herself cuddling a cute dog before posing for pictures in a lounge area and by a wall-side counter. She also posted a snap from her seat during the performance for her 206,000 followers. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans gushed over her look in the comments of the post.One Instagram follower said: “Stunning.”A second said: “Star girl.”Another said: “Gorgeous.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesA fourth added: “Sensationallllll.”While a fifth added: “Ok baddie, in awe of you forever.”Crocked Real Madrid star Dani Carvajal pulled away from Bukayo Saka after confronting Arsenal star at half-timeBenson and Saka keep their relationship super under wraps and do not follow each other on social media.But that has not stopped her from jetting around to support her boyfriend.She was famously seen at Euro 2024 as part of England’s Wag contingent at the tournament in Germany.More recently, Benson was seen cheering on Saka and Co during last month’s Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.Saka missed a penalty early on during that game before he went on to score the opening goal of the game in the second half as the Gunners won the match 2-1 to secure their spot in the semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain.Arsenal played the first leg of that tie on Tuesday, losing 1-0 off of an early Ousmane Dembele goal.However, on Wednesday, Saka will lead his team-mates out at the Parc des Princes in the hopes of overturning the first leg defeat and securing a first spot in the final of the Champions League for Arsenal since 2006.Read More on The SunArsenal have never won Europe’s most coveted club competition before, having lost in the 2006 final to Barcelona.Benson, who Saka is rumoured to have been dating since 2020, will almost certainly be there to support him.Benson was seen at the Bernabeu when Arsenal played Real Madrid last monthCredit: INSTAGRAM @laurahlvnThe stunner has more than 200,000 followers on InstagramCredit: GettyShe is rumoured to have been dating Saka since 2020Credit: Instagram/@tolami_benson More