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      Alisson injury leaves door open for Dream Team bosses to back bargain option Caoimhin Kelleher

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      LIVERPOOL are expected to be without first-choice goalkeeper Alisson (£5m) for the next month at least.The Brazil international was substituted in the 79th minute against Crystal Palace last Saturday and it has since been confirmed he suffered yet another hamstring injury which is likely to sideline him until the November international break.Alisson is expected to miss Liverpool’s next seven gamesCredit: GettyAlisson is currently ranked second among Dream Team goalkeepers with 51 points to his name, just four shy of leader David Raya (£5.1m).But gaffers backing the 32-year-old will have to look elsewhere with the Reds set to fulfil seven fixtures between Gameweeks 8 and 11, before another set of international games.Vitezslav Jaros replaced Alisson at Selhurst Park in Gameweek 7 and the young Czech keeper made a vital save to preserve Liverpool’s clean sheet to ensure they left South London with three points.However, Caoimhin Kelleher (£2.3m), who was injured last weekend, is expected to be named as starting keeper for the next month or so.The Republic of Ireland international enjoyed an impressive run in the team last season when Alisson was sidelined and many Dream Team managers will be tempted to recruit him during the current international break with a view to acquiring some short-term gains.Time to shineCredit: Dream TeamThis strategy is particularly appealing because the 25-year-old is available at such a low price, on account of him being a second-string option ordinarily. Kelleher has earned 13 points from just two appearances so far in 2024/25, including an impressive ten-point haul against Bournemouth that featured seven saves and a clean sheet.Dream Team bosses would never wish injury on any player, of course, but there’s no doubt a second-choice keeper temporarily rising up the pecking order represents a significant opportunity.Most read in FootballThat being said, Arne Slot’s side face a relatively difficult run of fixtures across the next four Gameweeks.LIVERPOOL’S FIXTURES FROM GAMEWEEK 8 TO 11:Chelsea (h) – Premier LeagueRB Leipzig (a) – Champions LeagueArsenal (a) – Premier LeagueBrighton (a) – Carabao CupBrighton (h) – Premier LeagueBayer Leverkusen (h) – Champions LeagueAston Villa (h) – Premier LeagueAll the above domestic opponents currently reside in the top six of the table while RB Leipzig are level on points with Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich.Liverpool’s schedule takes a turn for the worse after the breakCredit: AlamyAs the only English side to have won six of their first seven league games, Liverpool have been a rich source of Dream Team points to this stage but they may find clean sheets harder to come after the break.However, at £2.3m many will deem Kelleher worthy of a punt and it’s hard to argue against such a ploy; it’s just that the difficulty of their upcoming schedule means it’s not a complete no-brainer.Gaffers who go down this route will also have to earmark a furture transfer to replace Kelleher when Alisson is available again at the end of November or early December.Still, he’s a tempting option for sure…BetMGM sign up offerBetMGM: Get £40 in free bets — 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.Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org More

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      Supercomputer predicts League One table as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney learn Wrexham’s fate and runaway champions

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      A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted the final League One table – and it’s good news for Wrexham.The Red Dragons have enjoyed a meteoric rise following the arrival of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.Wrexham are set for another successful seasonCredit: AlamyBirmingham are also tipped to have a great campaignCredit: AlamyCo-owners Reynolds and McElhenney have overseen two successive promotions in as many years from the National League up to League One.Wrexham currently sit second in the table, two points behind leaders Birmingham.And a supercomputer from TheyScored.com predicts them to stay there until the end of the campaign.The Red Dragons are expected to finish with 92 points.Read More in FootballThey are set to be pipped to the post by Birmingham, who were relegated from the Championship last season.The supercomputer predicts Chris Davies’ side to finish with 98 points following a strong start to the campaign.Stockport County, Mansfield, Lincoln and Huddersfield are expected to compete in the play-offs – with Bolton just missing out.At the other end of the table, Burton, Crawley and Cambridge United are all in danger of relegation.Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSupercomputer’s League One predictionCambridge have been predicted to finish rock bottom with just 22 points.Shrewsbury are tipped to narrowly miss the drop by just two points come May, despite being in the danger zone right now.Wrexham owner Rob McElhenney reveals VERY famous superstar will be attending Hollywood clash vs BirminghamMeanwhile, the likes of Leyton Orient, Reading, Charlton, Blackpool and Peterborough are set to remain well clear.Several League One games originally scheduled for this weekend have been postponed due to the international break.Crawley Town against Shrewsbury will go ahead as planned. More

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      Inside Scott McTominay and Cam Reading’s glam new life in Naples, from date night on the Amalfi coast to strict diet

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      SCOTT McTominay is flying the flag for British footballers overseas.The Scotland midfielder, 27, has taken to Italian football like a duck to water since moving from Manchester United to Napoli in the summer in a deal worth around £26million.Scott McTominay celebrates scoring his first goal for Napoli in Serie AMcTominay and glam partner Cam Reading are loving life in NaplesStunning Cam has admitted she has already ‘Fallen in love with Italy’Date night done McTominay and Cam’s way looks unmatchable on the Amalfi CoastHe was given a hero’s welcome as he was mobbed by fans when he arrived at Naples Airport back in August.And since then he has repaid their faith – scoring twice for Antonio Conte’s side.McTominay netted his first goal for the club in the 5-0 Coppa Italia win over Derby delle Due Sicilie rival Palermo.He followed that up by scoring within 25 seconds in a 3-1 win over Como.Read more football newsNapoli sit on top of Serie A, as McTominay settles into his new life.Joining him in Naples is his stunning girlfriend, Cam Reading.The pair are clearly enjoying their new surroundings, making sure they maintain their romance with incredible date nights on the Amalfi Coast.SunSport takes a look into their glam new life.Most read in FootballTaking the plungeOn August 19, McTominay and Cam were transported to the five star Grand Hotel Parker’s by a convoy, akin to a President or Prime Minister arriving into town.Cam’s glam lifeSoon, they took to social media to share their adventure so far.Already decked in Napoli’s colours, wearing a sky blue sweatshirt, McTominay looked delighted to be there.Cam, too, was bursting with joy.The Grand Hotel Parker’s is the oldest hotel in Naples, having welcomed some illustrious guests in the past.Writers Robert Louis Stevenson, Virginia Woolf, and Oscar Wilde have all stayed there.It boasts suites, rooms and apartments, ranging from £300 to £1,200-per-night.There is also the George Restaurant on site that has received two Michelin stars, serving incredible pasta and seafood, as well as an amazing terrace bar.You won’t find a better base than this.McTominay greets fans from the balcony of the five star Grand Hotel Parker’sCam and McTominay are all smiles in their beautiful room at the expensive hotelThe Grand Hotel Parker’s is the oldest hotel in Naples and the classiestThe stunning lobby that welcomes guests is a work of artInside the hotel you will two Michelin star George RestaurantThe rooftop restaurant and bar is the perfect spot for breakfastread more sport featuresThe unveilingWhen it came to McTominay signing for the club, the former Red Devils star and Cam made it a day to remember.A table was brought out onto the pitch of the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, where he would sign his contract.Again, beautiful Cam was by his side – playing the role of supportive Wag.Getting into the spirit of the moment, she took a polaroid snap of McTominay inking his deal.She shared the moment on Instagram to her 60,000 followers.Rather poignantly, she wrote as the caption for the series of photos: “FORZA NAPOLI”.McTominay’s unveiling happened at the Stadio Diego Armando MaradonaClutching a Louis Vuitton handbag, Cam played the role of supportive WagCam also made sure she had her own keep sake of the occasion’Fallen in love with Italy’It didn’t take long for the glamorous Cam to be won over by her new surroundings.Last month, she took to Instagram to share the lifestyle she has now become accustomed to.In a photo, wearing a silky white blouse and a stunning long skirt, Cam beamed with delight.Behind her was the incredible backdrop of the Amalfi Coast.She captioned her snap: “Fallen in love with Italy.” It was easy to see why.In another pic, Cam shared what looked like an epic date night with McTominay.Some fancy nibbles were seen on a table decorated in flower petals, alongside glasses of wine and some mineral water.McTominay and Cam have enjoyed doing some sightseeing while in ItalyMcTominay has been an instant success in NaplesBut be warned…Of course, Italy is the country where amazing cuisine is had.And Naples has it in abundance, from pizza, pasta, ice cream, and limoncello readily available.However, Napoli manager Conte is known as being a strict disciplinarian when it comes to his players’ diets.Famously, he helped Romelu Lukaku shift half a stone when he left Man Utd for Inter Milan.The Italian follows the ‘Bresaola’ diet, which focuses on a Mediterranean menu of vegetables and protein-rich white meats like chicken and turkey.Fried food, mozzarella and alcohol are off the menu.According to reports from Il Mattino via calcionapoli24, McTominay is being monitored so he doesn’t succumb to the temptations of the local Neapolitan cuisine.READ MORE SUN STORIESAccording to reports, Napoli manager Antonio Conte has McTominay on a strict dietLocal Neapolitan cuisine is off the menu for McTominay, including lovely pizzaAmusingly, the story adds that McTominay is handed a note after training that tells him what he can and cannot eat.Admittedly, if it was me, I’d screw the note up and indulge in the best pizza you’re likely to find anywhere. 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      ‘I’ll never feel safe again in this city’ says Serie A star after finding five trackers and having car broken into

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      A SERIE A star has revealed he will never feel safe in his city again after thieves tried to steal his car.Napoli defender Juan Jesus returned from a trip to find his car had been ransacked.Juan Jesus says he no longer feels safe in NaplesCredit: RexThe Napoli defender discovered his car broken intoJesus revealed he found five trackers on his vehicleCredit: AlamyHe was away with his family on a trip at the time of the incidentHe had been enjoying some time away with his family in the mountains at the time of the incident.A door window appeared to have been smashed as thugs tried to steal Jesus’ vehicle.The Brazilian explained he had found five trackers on his car, supposedly placed by criminals.He shared a video of his car and later wrote on Instagram: “Zero security! READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”After almost a month of them following me, today they tried to take my car away.”What happened tonight is just the icing on the cake, in the space of a month I found five air tags (geolocators) in my car. “Knowing that these criminals know where I live does not bring me peace of mind, unfortunately in such a beautiful city I will never feel safe again. “I know that material goods are secondary in the end, but knowing that a stranger has violated something personal to me really disgusts me!”Most read in FootballJesus, 33, has played for Napoli since 2021 and has been in Italy for 13 years after initially joining Inter Milan in 2011.He has made 80 appearances for Napoli, scoring five goals, and he helped them win Serie A in 2023.PIzza boss dedicated pie to famous Tartan Army duo in Italy More

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      Former Germany striker suspended by club ‘for refusing to sign rainbow shirt and launching X-rated outburst’

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      FORMER Germany striker Kevin Behrens has been accused of refusing to sign his autograph on a fan’s rainbow jersey promoting diversity.It is alleged the Wolfsburg forward declined signing the jersey on a number of occasions, before he fired an X-rated comment at the supporter.Kevin Behrens has since apologised for the incidentCredit: GettyHe allegedly said: “I won’t sign that kind of gay s***”.The incident led to a meeting between Behrens and sporting director Sebastian Schindzielorz.German outlet Bild understand Behrens then insisted he has “had no aversion to homosexuals”.But his comments earned him a suspension by the Bundesliga club – who were quick to state his remarks  “were not in line with [their] stance”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe jersey supporting diversity was introduced by Wolfsburg five years ago.As reported by Sky Germany, Schindzierlorz said: “Homophobia has no place with us, Kevin is now home alone.”A statement from Wolfsburg on the Behrens controversy read: “During an internal meeting, statements were made that were not in line with VfL Wolfsburg’s stance. The incident was immediately dealt with internally.”VfL Wolfsburg stresses that it is aware of its social responsibility. The club and its employees stand for diversity and tolerance, and fundamental values ​​such as respect, honesty and openness have always been firmly anchored in the club’s philosophy.”Most read in FootballAnd Behrens said: “My spontaneous comments were absolutely not okay. I would like to apologise for that. “The issue was clearly discussed internally and I ask for your understanding that I do not wish to comment further on it.”Behrens, whose sole Germany cap came last year, has made three substitute appearances for Wolfsburg this season, totalling just 42 minutes.He did not feature in his side’s 3-1 win over Bochum on Saturday. More

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      Man Utd promote wonderkid JJ Gabriel, 14, dubbed ‘Kid Messi’ to U18s squad with coaches ‘blown away’ by his talent

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED wonderkid dubbed “Kid Messi” is training with players four years older than him.Joseph Junior Andreou Gabriel, who goes by the name JJ Gabriel, is one of the most highly-rated youngsters at the club.JJ Gabriel has been tipped to be a future starCredit: InstagramAt the age of 14, he is already training with the club’s Under-18sCredit: InstagramGabriel posing with Ronaldo’s son Cristiano JrCredit: InstagramThe teen sensation celebrated his 14th birthday at the weekend – but has already outgrown his new age group.Gabriel has been promoted to train with Man Utd’s Under-18s such is his talent.At the age of 13, he was a regular for the Red Devils’ Under-16s last season.And in the summer, he won the Most Valuable Player award at a pre-season tournament in Hong Kong after scoring two and assisting another two goals.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe was presented with his accolade by United hero Dimitar Berbatov.The Mail report that “Kid Messi” has left “coaches blown away” by his skill.He will not get minutes for the Under-18s but training with older players should “help his development and give him a new challenge”.Gabriel has already been snapped up by Nike, signing a deal with the sportswear giant.Most read in FootballAnd on Instagram he shares pictures with the likes of Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Cristiano Ronaldo’s eldest son Cristiano Jr, 14. Gabriel has been on the books at Old Trafford since 2021.What happened to these five forgotten Manchester United wonderkids More

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      Former Liverpool star and England ace joins Africa’s most successful football club on trial after 10 months unemployed

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      EX-LIVERPOOL midfielder Ovie Ejaria is poised to once again play at the top of a footballing pyramid… in EGYPT.The former England Under-21 international made eight senior Reds appearances.Former Liverpool midfielder Ovie Ejaria has joined Egyptian side Zamalek on trialCredit: Getty – ContributorEjaria made eight senior appearances for the Reds after coming through the academyCredit: PA:Empics SportEjaria, 26, had spells on loan with Sunderland and Rangers before joining Reading in a £3.5million deal.The Londoner ended his five-year Royals stay last December after nine goals in 127 games.He has now joined Egyptian giants Zamalek on trial with a view to a permanent move after flying in to Cairo on Tuesday.Based at Giza, home to Egypt’s legendary pyramids, they are Africa’s most successful club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTheir Portuguese coach Jose Gomes managed Ejaria during his time in charge of Reading.Zamalek spokesman Ahmed Salem said: “Some have claimed that we have officially signed ex-Liverpool player Ovie Ejaria.”But the truth is that the player has been offered to us, and the decision has not been finalised yet.”The file for negotiations with new players and reinforcements is ongoing, and it will remain open until the last moment.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”There are negotiations in more than one direction, and we still have time until the registration window closes.”Zamalek, nicknamed the White Castle, play at the 75,000-capacity Cairo International Stadium.Lee Carsley’s England train at St George’s Park ahead of Nations League matches But despite all their domestic and continental trophy success, Ejaria would become the only member of their current squad to boast English football experience.Ejaria has been a free agent since leaving Reading in December last yearCredit: Getty More

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      Eighth-tier match postponed after two players are called up for INTERNATIONAL DUTY

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      AN Isthmian League match due to take place this weekend has been postponed as a result of two international call-ups.Lancing FC requested to delay the clash after first team players Knory Scott and Luke Robinson were called up to the Bermudian national team.The scheduled match between Lancing and Three Bridges at the Bauvill Stadium has been postponedCredit: Chatham Town FCThe duo have been named in Bermuda’s squad to face Dominica in the Concacaf Nations League on Saturday and on Tuesday.Eighth tier outfit Lancing will therefore be left without them until next week.Due to the absence of Scott and Robinson, the Isthmian League made the decision to postpone the club’s upcoming trip to Three Bridges.A statement from Lancing read: “The Isthmian League have agreed to postpone our match away at Three Bridges, originally scheduled for October 13th, due to the International call-ups of Knory Scott and Luke Robinson.Read More in Football”Scott and Robinson have both been squad members of the Bermudian national team for some time and were called up to the latest squad last week to face Dominica on October 12th and again on October 15th in the Concacaf Nations League.”Both players would have returned to England in time for the initial date of Sunday October 13th but Three Bridges were unable to play at their temporary home of The Bauvill Stadium, Chatham, after the scheduling of a women’s FA Cup tie on that date.”A request was received from our hosts to move the date forward to Saturday October 12th but that would have meant Lancing fielding a weakened side for this important League clash.”The club would like to thank the Isthmian League for their understanding and club secretary John Rea for his work at short notice on this matter.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA new date for the match will be set within the next six weeks.Lancing currently sit 20th in the Isthmian League South East Division, with Three Bridges in 16th.’Leeds fans better than Sunderland’ plus bust ups and bug pranks | Jack Grimmer – What the EFL?!Bermuda have several national team stars who play non-league football.Captain and goalkeeper Dale Eve recently played for Walsall Wood in the Northern Premier League Division One Midlands.Midfielder Roger Lee plays in the same league for Rugby Town.And forward Kane Crichlow stars for National League South side Chelmsford City. More