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      Paul Holmes dead aged 56: Tributes pour in for former Premier League star after passing away

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      FORMER Everton star Paul Holmes has died at the age of 56.The right-back passed away peacefully after a battle with cancer and leaves behind his wife Kate.Paul Holmes has passed awayCredit: RexHe spent three years at EvertonCredit: AlamyHe left the Toffees for West Brom in 1996Credit: AlamyHolmes joined the Toffees in 1993 from Birmingham City and played 28 times for the club.His best moment at Everton came as he helped the team to a 2-0 Merseyside derby win over Liverpool in September 1993.That day Everton came out on top thanks to goals from Mark Ward and Tony Cottee.His final game for the club came against Feyenoord in the European Cup Winners’ Cup in October 1995, which they drew 0-0.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe left Goodison Park in 1996 as he moved to West Brom.He stayed with the Baggies until 1999 and joined Torquay United, where he would finally retire in 2003.Tributes have poured in for the former footballer on social media.One fan posted: “RIP Paul. Deepest sympathy to your family and friends.”Most read in FootballA second wrote: “Very sad news, RIP Paul.”A third commented: “Very sad to hear this news. Paul was a fine player.”MOTD commentator shares ‘scariest position in football’ as he takes fans inside Premier League stadiumA fourth said: “Terrible news RIP Paul.”Another added: “Awful news, thoughts go out to his family.”Former Everton team-mate Ian Snodin has also paid tribute to Holmes.He said: “I knew Paul was unwell, but I am deeply shocked by his passing.”He was a fine player and a lovely guy to share a dressing room with.”He got on well with all the lads and he was unfortunate not to play more games.”The club added in a statement: “Everyone at Everton Football Club is deeply saddened by the death of our former defender Paul Holmes.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Paul was just 56 years of age and passed away after a brave battle with cancer. RIP, Paul.”Holmes had football in his family as his dad, Albert Holmes, was a legend for Chesterfield having played for the club between 1960–1976. More

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      Cesar Lusi Menotti dies aged 85: Ex-Barcelona & Argentina manager who led his country to World Cup win in 1978 has died

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      LEGENDARY former Argentina and Barcelona manager Cesar Luis Menotti has died aged 85.The iconic gaffer, who led his country to their first ever World Cup win in 1978, had been in hospital for a month with severe anemia.Cesar Luis Menotti blended tactics, philosophy and politics to lead Argentina to the World Cup in 1978Credit: PA:Empics SportFormer Argentina football team coach Cesar Luis Menotti in 2019Credit: AFPMenotti, who would smoke throughout matches, chats to Argentina captain Daniel Passarella in 1980Credit: GettyThe former world champion coach speaking with Argentina legend Lionel Messi (right) in 2019Credit: GettyThe Rosario-born tactician guided Argentina to a 3-1 victory over the Netherlands, as extra-time goals from tournament top scorer Mario Kempes and team-mate Daniel Bertoni sealed the win 46 years ago.The Argentine Football Association (AFA) confirmed his death today in a statement.It read: “The Argentine Football Association regrets to report with great sadness the death of Cesar Luis Menotti, current Director of National Teams and former World Champion coach of Argentina.”Last month, Menotti was admitted to hospital with severe anemia and underwent surgery for phlebitis. Read More in FootballMenotti was the mastermind behind Argentina’s first ever global triumph as they got their hands on the the most iconic trophy in football.As the manager of La Albiceleste, he took a team that had limped out of the 1974 World Cup in Germany and turned them into world beaters.Tributes have since poured in for the World Cup winning coach.President of the AFA, Chiqui Tapia, posted on X, formerly Twitter: “Dear Flaco, it is an immense pain to have to say goodbye to you. You left us a lot during your time in the national team and in football.Most read in Football”Without a doubt, your passage to immortality will be with the best memories of all of us who love the round. “I send a warm hug on behalf of myself and all of Argentine Football to all of Cesar’s family at this moment. See you always dear friend!”Argentina’s current president, Javier Milei, also said: “RIP. Deep pain for the departure of the leader of a group that has given one of the greatest joys to the country. “Although I adhere to another school, it would be foolish to deny the contribution of César Luis Menotti. Goodbye Flaco.”There was also a tribute to Menotti during Sunday’s League Cup final in Argentina by Velez Sarsfield and Estudiantes. A minute’s silence was held at half-time, with all invovled paying their respects.A tall, slender figure on the sidelines Menotti would famously smoke throughout matches.The talented manager also enjoyed spells as the coach of Barcelona, Boca Juniors, Independiente, River Plate and Atletico Madrid to name but a few.Menotti took charge of the Mexican national team in the early 1990s, rebuilding the side after their disqualification from the 1990 World CupA striker in his playing days, Menotti played in Argentina with Rosario Central, Racing Club, Boca Juniors. He later joined the New York Generals before playing for Santos and Juventus in Brazil.Argentina have won the prestigious World Cup trophy twice since Menotti managed them to success in 1978.They triumphed again in 1986 in Mexico with the iconic Diego Maradona playing a starring role in the tournament.In 2022, footballing legend Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to lift the most prestigious trophy of all for a third time.READ MORE SUN STORIESLa Albiceleste defeated France in one of the greatest World Cup finals of all time.Argentina has also been runner-up three times: in 1930, 1990 and 2014.Menotti, in charge of a match at the Nou Camp while at Barcelona in 1984 More

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      Terry Medwin dead at 91: Tottenham legend who won the Double and back-to-back FA Cups dies as tributes pour in

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      TOTTENHAM double-winning legend Terry Medwin has died aged 91.The former Welsh international winger arrived at the North London club in 1956 from Swansea City.Tottenham legend Terry Medwin has passed away aged 91Credit: GettyThe former winger was part of Spurs’ 1961 double-winning squadCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe achieved icon status during the next seven years at Tottenham with the highlight being the First Division and FA Cup double under Bill Nicholson in 1961.Spurs broke the sad news of his death on social media today.A statement said: “The Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former player, Terry Medwin.“Terry was part of our double-winning side in 1961 and made 215 appearances in all competitions, scoring 72 goals.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“Our thoughts are with Terry’s family and friends at this impossibly sad time.”Medwin made his debut for hometown club Swansea in the 1951/52 season.He went on to play almost 150 times in the Football League for them before Spurs paid £25,000 for him in 1956.The attacker got off to a dream start by scoring twice on his debut in a 4-1 win over Preston.Most read in FootballHe played a huge role in the double-winning side five years later and even more success was to follow.Medwin lifted the Charity Shield that same year before Spurs retained the FA Cup.Tottenham 2-3 Arsenal, manager Ange Postecoglou gives his thoughts on the loss at the post-match press conferenceAnother Charity Shield followed in 1962 before Nicholson led Tottenham to Uefa Cup Winners’ Cup joy in 1963.Medwin remained a regular until he suffered a broken leg that forced his retirement that same year.He also enjoyed an impressive career on the international stage.Medwin represented Wales at the 1958 World Cup, where he scored the winner in the first round play-off that sent them into the quarter-finals.He also enjoyed an impressive career on the international stage.TERRY MEDWINThe former Wales and Swansea City winger enjoyed great success at Spurs:
      Football League First Division: (1961)
      FA Cup: (1961, 1962)
      Charity Shield: (1961, 1962)
      Uefa Cup Winners’ Cup: (1963)
      International career:
      Wales (30 caps, 6 goals)

      Medwin represented Wales at the 1958 World Cup, where he scored the winner in the first round play-off that sent them into the quarter-finals.He remained the last player to score for the Dragons at a major tournament until Gareth Bale at Euro 2016.He earned 30 caps and scored six times for his country.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter hanging up his boots, Medwin managed in non-league at Cheshunt.He then coached at Cardiff City, Fulham, Norwich City before becoming assistant manager to John Toshack at Swansea. More

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      Ian Mellor dead at 74: Former Man City star passes away as Sky Sports reporter son pays heartfelt tribute

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      FORMER Manchester City star Ian Mellor has died at the age of 74.The ex-winger passed away this morning after a battle with illness.Former Man City star Ian Mellor has died at the age of 74 after a long battle with illnessCredit: GettyMellor also starred for teams including Norwich and BrightonCredit: EmpicsThe news was announced by his son Neil, who works for Sky Sports after playing for LiverpoolCredit: Instagram nmellor33The news was announced by his son Neil, who now works for Sky Sports as a pundit after playing spells with Liverpool and West Ham.He revealed his father had been battling amyloidosis, a rare disease which affects organs and is not curable.Neil posted on Twitter: “My Dad, My Hero, I love you.”Thank you for everything. 19/02/1950 – 01/05/2024.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We are all absolutely devastated to have lost my Dad. “Big thanks to St Ann’s Hospice and all their brilliant staff who helped during those last days as he battled so hard against amyloidosis.”Neil’s former Liverpool teammate and Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher paid tribute with a heart emoji.Meanwhile, a fan said: “Sincere condolences Neil.”Most read in FootballAnother declared: “Your dad was a great footballer and a true gentleman.”One noted: “He was a true legend.”Footballers you didn’t know were related from Premier League icons to Lionel MessiNeil’s playing career also saw him star at West Ham and PrestonCredit: ReutersHe is now a pundit for Sky SportsCredit: Instagram nmellor33Another added: “He was a great footballer, one of my favourites.”Mellor started his career with City in 1970, scoring seven goals in 40 appearances and winning the FA Charity Shield before leaving in 1973.He then moved to Norwich and scored twice in 29 games before departing a year later for Brighton,He became a fan favourite in four years on the south coast with 31 goals in 122 games.Between 1978 and 1984, Mellor then moved around Chester City, Sheffield Wednesday and Bradford City.His final playing days saw him spend time at Workshop Town and Hong Kong outfit Tung Sing. As for son Neil, he began his career at Liverpool and scored six times in 22 games – including a last-gasp 30-yard winner against Arsenal at Anfield in 2004.After loans at West Ham and Wigan, he eventually left for Preston in 2006 and scored 43 goals in 150 games.READ MORE SUN STORIESNeil, who went on loan to Sheffield Wednesday during his time there, retired in 2012 aged 30 after a knee injury.And he now works as a pundit for broadcaster Sky Sports, appearing regularly on shows including Soccer Saturday.What is amyloidosis?Amyloidosis is a group of rare conditions where a protein called amyloid builds up in your body.
      It can affect organs such as your heart, kidneys, liver, nerves or digestive system.
      It cannot be cured, but there are treatments that may help with symptoms.
      Common symptoms of amyloidosis include:

      feeling very tired or weak
      losing weight without trying to
      shortness of breath
      swollen feet or legs
      bruising around your eyes More

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      Thirty years on from Ayrton Senna’s tragic death Bernie Ecclestone reveals he was told F1 would be CANCELLED for ever

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      BERNIE ECCLESTONE revealed he was told Formula One would be CANCELLED in the aftermath of Ayrton Senna’s death.Today marks the 30th anniversary of Senna’s fatal crash in Imola.Brazilian legend Ayrton Senna died while leading the San Marino Grand PrixCredit: AFPBernie Ecclestone was told that F1 would be cancelled after thatCredit: ReutersBrazil’s triple world champion died almost instantly when his Williams ran off the road at 190mph and smashed into a concrete wall on lap seven of the San Marino Grand Prix.And Ecclestone, who ruled the sport for four decades until 2017, said: “Max Mosley, the FIA president, said to me that he believed it would be the end of Formula One.“We hoped it wouldn’t cause what Max had suggested but it was a disaster. “It seems to me a lot longer than 30 years. Ayrton was so unlucky to die.”READ MORE ON SPORTSenna was leading when he lost control at the notorious Tamburello corner. The right-front suspension of his car penetrated his crash helmet.Yet the race restarted less than 40 minutes later with Michael Schumacher winning. Senna’s team-mate Damon Hill was sixth, two places ahead of fellow Brit Martin Brundle.Now a TV pundit, Brundle has said he was angry that “we raced past a pool of Senna’s blood for 55 laps”.But Ecclestone, 93, insisted: “Should we have stopped the race? I don’t think so.Most read in Motorsport“It wouldn’t have helped Senna in any way. When these things happen, they happen so quickly that you don’t really have that much time to think.“Legally, it should have been stopped because we now know he died at the circuit but it came down to commercial problems, people who would have wanted refunds and all these sorts of things.Video shows Ayrton Senna racing in the San Marino Grand prix in 1994 before tragic death of driver“The other side of it wasn’t really taken into consideration.”F1 is expected to pay tribute to Senna at the Emilia Romagna GP in Imola on May 19.His death is the last time a driver was killed during an F1 race.Jules Bianchi died nine months after injuries he suffered at the Japanese GP ten years ago.It’s the 30th anniversary of Senna’s fatal crash in ImolaCredit: GettyEcclestone added: “Formula One became more popular after Senna’s death.“It got so much worldwide publicity that people who had not watched before started to become interested.READ MORE SUN STORIES“But I hope we will never see something like that again.“And I think today, with the way everything has improved with safety, the chances are so much smaller.”🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      Football icon Diego Maradona’s death is linked to cocaine, a bombshell medical report claims

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      FOOTBALL great Diego Maradona’s death is linked to cocaine, a medical report suggests.The World Cup winner’s fatal heart attack in November 2020 came on suddenly and may have been brought on by a “toxic substance”, it says.Diego Maradona’s death is linked to cocaine, a medical report suggests.Credit: ReutersThe troubled genius in action for Argentina in 1994Credit: Getty Images – GettyMaradona, who was recovering from a brain op, had a long-standing cocaine addiction.It casts new light on the criminal case against eight doctors and nurses about to go on trial over how they cared for Maradona in his final hours.They are accused of leaving the 60-year-old in agony for hours as his condition worsened.The eight, who include his psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, face 25 years in jail if convicted.READ MORE ON MARADONAMr Cosachov’s lawyer said: “There could have been two causes: one natural and the other, a product of the ingestion of a toxic substance.”Maradona died aged 60 on November 25, 2020, at a rented property near Buenos Aires following brain surgery two weeks earlier.The death of Argentina’s greatest ever player stunned the country.Within days of the legend’s death his family and legions of fans were demanding answers.Most read in FootballCops raided his doctors’ homes and offices and a panel of 20 medical experts was appointed to investigate his death.More than 200 witnesses will give evidence at the trial in Buenos Aires which is expected to last several months.Fans come out to say good bye to football legend Maradona as he is laid to rest at Bella Vista cemetery More

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      Anthony Joshua and Conor McGregor lead the tributes after Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically dies

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA and Conor McGregor led the tributes after Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically died. The former UFC champion-turned-heavyweight boxer revealed the devastating news on social media. Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically diedCredit: GettyConor McGregor paid tribute to Ngannou and his familyCredit: GettyAs did former boxing opponent Anthony JoshuaCredit: GettyAnd he was met with resounding support from the world of sport. Father-of-four McGregor, 35, replied on X: “I am so sorry to hear of your loss Francis, my prayers are with you and your family at this time.”Absolutely gutted reading this Francis! I can only imagine the pain you are in right now I am so sorry hearing this news. “I pray God has the best and safest place in heaven for him, until you meet again.” READ MORE IN BOXINGJoshua, who has eight-year-old son JJ, said on Instagram: “May the memories you shared bring you comfort.”Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, 45, who has five kids, added: “I’m sorry brother. “Can’t imagine the pain and struggle you are going through. Praying for you and your family right now!” Ngannou, 37, shot to fame in the UFC where he became heavyweight champion. Most read in BoxingBut he last year walked out on the MMA powerhouse to pursue boxing, facing British superstars Tyson Fury, 35, and Joshua, 34.He dropped Fury on his boxing debut only to lose a controversial decision before being knocked out in two rounds by AJ in March. Ngannou is believed to have earned within the region of £15m after putting his MMA career on hold to switch to boxing. The Cameroonian keeps much of his personal life private, with the birth of son Kobe also hidden from the public. But Ngannou released a heartbreaking statement following the passing of his boy, which read: “Too soon to leave but yet he’s gone.”My little boy, my mate, my partner Kobe was full of life and joy. Now, he’s laying without life. “I shouted his name over and over but he’s not responding. How do you deal with such a thing? How can you live with it?”Please help me if you have any idea because I really don’t know what to do and how to deal with this.” More

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      Dingaan Thobela dead at 57: Former three-time boxing world champion dies as police find his body at his home

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      FORMER boxing champion Dingaan Thobela has been found dead at his home in Johannesburg after battling with a short illness.Thobela, 57, united both black and white supporters during his career which stretched from before and after apartheid and he was known as the “Rose of Soweto”.Ex-boxing world champion Dingaan Thobela has died aged 57Credit: GettyThobela won belts in two weight classesThe icon who grew up in the townships won the WBO lightweight title in 1990 and the WBA lightweight title in 1993 and the WBC super-middleweight title in 2000.His career stretched from 1990 to 2006 and the boxer from Chiawelo, Soweto, was still cheered on the streets and continued to do charity work to help those in poverty.When he failed to answer his mobile phone for several days friends went to his flat in Mayfair, Johannesburg, on Monday night and forced the door and found him dead.A close friend said: “It was not like him to not answer his mobile phone and his family worried about him accompanied police to his home and found he had passed on”.READ MORE IN BOXINGHis poor health prevented him from attending Boxing SA’s symposium as a star guest at the Arena Holdings offices in Parktown last Friday and he often joked about a “comeback”.Thobela held 3 world titles in two-weight divisions — the first two being the WBO and WBA lightweight belts in the lightweight divisions early in his career – then went up a weight.The “Rose” finally bloomed when he won the most prestigious WBC super-middleweight belt in 2000 via a 12th-round stoppage victory over defending champion Glen Catley.The victory at Carnival City in Brakpan under trainer Elias Tshabalala in his corner sealed Thobela’s place in South African history as one of their nation’s finest ever athletes.Most read in BoxingLegend Thobela was separated from his common law wife Sandra with whom they had two children together Ntombi and Dingaan Thobela Junior who he was still close to.He enjoyed SA support beyond colour lines as his victories outside SA brought traffic to a standstill with wild celebrations in townships and white areas when he became champ.Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically dies as UFC champion-turned boxer shares heartbreaking post More