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      Erling Haaland in mourning as Man City star shares heartbreaking hospital pic after ‘chief fixer uncle’ dies aged 59

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      ERLING HAALAND has paid a touching social media tribute to his father’s late best friend and his “uncle”, Ivar Eggja.The Haalands are mourning the loss of the 59-year-old father-of-three, who passed away on Wednesday.Erling Haaland is mourning the loss of his dad’s best friend, Ivar EggjaCredit: INSTAGRAM@ERLING.HAALANDThe Manchester City star paid a touching social media tribute to his “uncle” after rushing to see him in the hospitalCredit: INSTAGRAM@ERLING.HAALANDThe late Eggja played a big role in Erling’s lifeCredit: INSTAGRAM@ERLING.HAALANDAnd Erling took to Instagram to publicly pay his respects to the late Eggja, posting a photo of himself holding his hand as he lay in his hospital bed.The heartbroken Manchester City hitman’s accompanying caption read: “You are a legend, Ivar.”Words cannot describe how much you meant to me! Words cannot describe how much you will be missed!”I don’t give a s**t! I don’t give a s**! That’s exactly what I’m going to do.READ MORE ON HAALAND”Thank you for everything, you madman. We will see each other again. “Rest in peace, Ivar.”Eggja – who was the best man at Alf-Inge’s wedding – was more than just a close friend to the Haalands, he was a regular helper of the family.He helped Erling seamlessly transition to life in Dortmund, Salzburg and Manchester by making sure his apartments were fully furnished so he could focus on his football.Most read in FootballThe late Eggja is survived by his two sons – Fabian and Felix – and his daughter Ine, who confirmed his passing on social media.The late Ivar Eggja is the best friend of Erling’s dad, Alf-IngeCredit: INSTAGRAM@ERLING.HAALANDEggja was the best man at Alf-Inge’s weddingCredit: INSTAGRAM@ERLING.HAALANDEggja is survived by his three childrenCredit: INSTAGRAM@ERLING.HAALANDShe wrote on Facebook: “The superhero of our lives has been taken from us.”At 3.30 p.m. we said goodbye to Dad for the last time and it feels a bit like the whole world has been put on ice.How to stop Erling Haaland: Five tactics every Premier League team must use vs Man City”He meant so much to so many people, but to us he was everything.”Haaland’s agent, Rafaela Pimenta, also paid tribute to Eggja, saying: “Ever since I met you, I thought your power was to brighten up any room.”I didn’t know it was a superpower, and that you would go through so much, so soon, so fast.”In a way that is the best example of strength, dignity, tolerance and optimism that family and friends can only dream of. More

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      England pay touching tribute to Sven Goran-Eriksson with minute’s applause at Wembley and emotional video

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      ENGLAND paid a touching tribute to Sven-Goran Eriksson ahead of their win over Finland.The former Three Lions manager passed away in August after being diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer.Sven-Goran Eriksson was remembered before England’s clash with FinlandCredit: ITVKevin Campbell, Tommy Banks and Craig Shakespeare were also honouredCredit: ITVLee Carsley was one of many to applaud the SwedeCredit: ITVThe Swede was remembered by the national team with an emotional video.The social media video showed Eriksson’s best moments from his five years in charge of England.This included the iconic 5-1 win over Germany in Munich back in 2001 in which Michael Owen netted a hat-trick.Eriksson spoke in the video as he outlined how “proud” he was to have been the England manager.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe said: “I felt at home at once and that helps the relationship with the players and the country.”Inside Wembley Stadium, Eriksson’s picture was shown on the big screens for fans to pay tribute.And emotional fans took part in a minute’s round of applause.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThis included the current England interim manager, Lee Carsley, and players.Most read in FootballFrank Lampard, who handed Harry Kane his golden cap, also visibly applauded his former coach.Sven-Goran Eriksson filmed his heartbreaking final goodbye alone – and his emotional message left film crew in tearsSVEN’S AMAZING CAREER1977 – Having played football professionally in Sweden, Sven-Goran Eriksson kicked off his managerial career with Swedish side Degerfors.2000 – He guided Lazio to the Serie A title to become one of the hottest coaches in the world.2001 – Following the resignation of Kevin Keegan, he was appointed England’s next permanent manager in February 2001. He oversaw 66 games with the Three Lions, winning 39 and losing just 12.2002 – Eriksson led England to the 2002 World Cup with the likes of Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes and David Beckham in his squad. The Three Lions were knocked out in the quarter-finals.2004 – The legendary manager also led the Three Lions to Euro 2004, but they were knocked out of the quarter-finals to Portugal.2006 – Eriksson led England to another World Cup, his final tournament in charge, before resigning.2007 – The Swede took charge of Manchester City a year after leaving the England job and oversaw 45 games.2010 – Having coached Mexico, Ivory Coast and Notts County after parting ways with Man City, Erikson took charge of Leicester and saved them from relegation. Following his time with the Foxes he went on to manage China and Philippines.2024 – In January 2024, Eriksson announced he had been diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. Three months later, he fulfilled a lifelong dream of managing Liverpool in a legends match at Anfield, before passing away in August.The matchday programme was also dedicated to the former Manchester City and Lazio manager.Eriksson managed England between 2001 and 2006, having taken over the job from Kevin Keegan.He took charge of England for three major tournaments, each time ending at the quarter-final stage.Euro 2004 and the World Cup in 2006 both ended with a penalty shootout heartbreak to Portugal.England followed up the tributes with a brilliant display to dispatch Finland 2-0.Kane bagged himself a brace on his 100th appearance for his nation to take his tally to 68 goals.SVEN’S ENGLAND RECORD – 2001-2006Matches 67Wins 40Draws 17Losses 10Win percentage 59.7World Cup 2002Lost 2-1 to Brazil in quarter-finalEuros 2004Lost on penalties to Portugal in quarter-finalWorld Cup 2006Lost on penalties to Portugal in quarter-final More

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      Nancy Dell’Olio will attend Sven-Goran Eriksson’s funeral & admits she ‘never stopped loving’ ex-England boss

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      SVEN-Göran Eriksson’s ex-lover Nancy Dell’Olio will attend his funeral this week after making peace with him in his final days.The Italian lawyer shared heartfelt phone calls with the ex-England football coach shortly before his death aged 76 of pancreatic cancer.Sven-Goran Eriksson’s former lover Nancy Dell’Olio will attend his funeralCredit: GettyFormer England manager Eriksson died aged 76 of pancreatic cancerCredit: ReutersTheir relationship had been rocked by his affairs with TV presenter Ulrika Jonsson in 2002, and then-FA secretary Faria Alam in 2004. But Nancy, 63, broke down in a ITV interview last month as she told of her pain at the loss of “love of her life” Sven.She will steel herself to fly from her home in Italy to Torsby, Sweden, where hundreds are expected to pay respects on Friday.A source said: “Nancy will be going to the funeral.READ MORE ON SVEN“She never stopped loving Sven and wants to say goodbye properly.“His family and his last girlfriend are aware and OK with it. “Nancy is a very emotional woman and it will be difficult for her but she feels she has to go.”Nancy met Sven in 1998 when he managed Rome side Lazio, and was with him throughout his Three Lions reign from 2001 to 2006.Most read in FootballSven spent his last days at his lakeside retreat at Sunne in western Sweden and died surrounded by his family.Mourners, possibly including Sven’s England captain David Beckham, will attend a church service before speeches and eulogies at a community centre.Sven-Goran Eriksson dies aged 76 after astonishing career spanning decadesThe send-off has been arranged by Sven’s last lover Yaniseth Alcides plus his children Johan, 45, and Lina, 37, from his marriage to Ann-Christine Pettersson.And the family are understood to have extended an invitation to Nancy after she expressed a wish to attend.In an exclusive Sun on Sunday interview in January, days after he made his terminal diagnosis public, Sven said “No, not at all!” when asked if he had spoken to Nancy of his illness.But he and Nancy, once dubbed The First Lady of English Football, reconciled soon after and chatted several times before his death. More

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      Ron Yeats dead: Liverpool legend and ex-captain described as ‘colossus’ dies aged 86 after battle with Alzheimer’s

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      LIVERPOOL legend and former captain Ron Yeats has passed away at the age of 86.The former Scotland defender died on Friday night after a battle with Alzheimer’s.Former Liverpool captain Ron Yeats, right, has died at the age of 86Credit: ColorsportYeats, third from left, won two First Division titles and the FA Cup at LiverpoolCredit: PAOnly Steven Gerrard has captained Liverpool more times than YeatsCredit: GettyThe Reds released a statement which read: “We are mourning the passing of our legendary former captain Ron Yeats.”The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with Ron’s family and friends.”Yeats was described by iconic Liverpool manager Bill Shankly as a “colossus”.The twice-capped Scotland international was a part of the team that won the Second Division in 1962, before he went on to win the First Division in 1964 and 1966.READ MORE ON LIVERPOOLHe also claimed the FA Cup in 1965 as Liverpool beat Leeds 2-1 at Wembley.He racked up 454 appearances for Liverpool – 400 of which came as captain, a number beaten only by Steven Gerrard.Prior to joining Liverpool in 1961, he helped Dundee United into the top flight as they were promoted from the Second Division.Following his departure from Anfield after ten years at the club, he spent three years at Tranmere.Most read in FootballRon Yeats’ careerGames: 697Goals: 21International caps: 2Honours: Scottish Division Two promotion, English First Division x2, English Second Division, FA Cup, American Soccer LeagueLiverpool appearances: 454Games as Liverpool captain: 400He also enjoyed a brief spell on loan in the US with Los Angeles Skyhawks where he won the American Soccer League.He retired in 1978 after short spells with Formby and Rhyl.Mo Salah appears to confirm Liverpool transfer exit live on Sky Sports after ripping Man Utd to shredsSpeaking about his highlight moments at Liverpool, Yeats said: “There have been two of them. Being the captain that took the club out of the Second Division after eight years was a very, very proud moment.“We won the league by eight or nine points that season and to follow that by being the first captain of Liverpool to lift the FA Cup is something I am very proud of.”I do not go round with the medals on my chest, it is just there for me to say.”Liverpool beat Leeds to win the 1965 FA CupCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd More

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      Tragedy as ‘exceptional’ footballer, 21, dies with ‘heartbroken’ club paying tribute to ‘big hit’ Player of The Year

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      TRIBUTES have poured in for football star Dylan Akue who tragically died aged just 21, his club announced today.Dylan had won Sheppey Sport FC’s ‘Player of the Year’ award last season and was been described as an “exceptional” player by the club.Dylan Akue was just 21 years oldCredit: x.com/@SheppeySportsFCThey led the tributes and were “heartbroken” to learn of his untimely passing and say they will do what they can to support his family at this difficult time.In a tribute on X, the north Kent based club added: “His ability to beat a player, create chances and score goals was worth the admission price alone.”His raw talent was exceptional and he had the attitude and personality to match it.” More

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      ‘Is there a hidden camera?’ – Norway team baffled as drug testers ‘ask for Erling Haaland and striker who died in 1962’

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      NORWAY’S manager asked his country’s Anti-Doping Agency: “Is there a hidden camera?”This came after the Norwegian anti-doping agency selected two players who have been DEAD for more than 41 years.Norway’s Anti-Doping Agency surprised the squad at training this weekMan City duo Erling Haaland and Oscar Bobb were called up for testingNorway boss Stale Solbakken had his say after the agency recalled two players who have long since passed awayNorway’s boss Stale Solbakken and his squad had a surprise visit by drug-testers before their Nations League fixtures kick-off this week.The agency selected Manchester City duo Erling Haaland and Oscar Bobb for a urine sample, and to the surprise of everybody present – two players who sadly died many years ago.Testers called for Jorgen Juve and Einar Gundersen to be examined, according to The Times.But Juve, Norway’s all-time top goalscorer, died in 1983 and Gundersen, often regarded as the first Norwegian superstar, passed away in 1962.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSolbakken, 56, told reporters that he started looking around for a hidden camera, believing his team were victims of a possible prank.It turned out that an agency official had simply picked players from Norway’s all-time top goalscorers’ list with a couple more added on.Solbakken told a news conference: “We had a visit from Anti-Doping Norway yesterday.”The following players were selected for testing: Haaland, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Antonio Nusa, Bobb, Gundersen and Juve.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Then I start to wonder. These were the names that were read out, and it was serious. So we had to call Anti-Doping Norway and ask, ‘Is there a hidden camera?'”To add the ever growing list of gaffes, Man City’s Bobb could not be tested because he was not in the squad after fracturing his leg before the start of the Premier League season.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsJuve, who scored 33 goals for Norway, was born in 1906 and died aged 76 in 1983.While Gundersen, who scored 26 national goals, was born in 1896 and died in 1962 at 66 years old.The inevitable Haaland is second on the list at the moment with 31, meaning his next three goals will see him surpass Juve’s record.Anti-Doping Norway said it was working to clarify how Juve and Gundersen ended up on the list of players to be tested.Bobb, 21, will miss Norway’s Nations League games against Kazakhstan and Ralf Rangnick’s Austria. More

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      Brit champion boxer Callum Simpson’s sister Lily Rae, 19, dies in Zante car crash as he pays heartbreaking tribute

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      CHAMPION Brit boxer Callum Simpson’s sister has tragically died in a horror car crash in Greece. Lily Rae Simpson, 19, had gone to Zante for a sunny vacation when she met with the fatal accident. Callum Simpson’s sister has tragically died in a horror car crash in GreeceCredit: Instagram @callumsimpLily-Rae Simpson was visiting Zante for a holiday when the tragic crash took placeCredit: Instagram @callumsimpThe teen was rushed to Athens in an air ambulance where she was given urgent medical treatment – but died on August 21 of the injuries. A heartbroken Callum shared the tragic news on social media yesterday. Posting a picture of him posing with his little sister, the boxer wrote: “Absolutely heartbroken to say that my beautiful little sister, Lily-Rae, was in a road accident while on holiday in Zante.”She was flown to Athens and spent 10 days in ICU, but despite the best efforts of the medical teams, Lily sadly passed away.”Callum, a British, Commonwealth and WBA Continental Champion from Barnsley, said he would “continue to make her sister proud”.He added: “Even though she used to ring me to complain about being referred to as ‘Callum Simpson’s sister’, I know she loved the hype. ” I will continue to make her proud. Love you always.”Callum Simpson’s rise as a boxer EXCLUSIVE By Wally Downes Jr, Boxing Reporter Callum Simpson used to fit Kell Brook’s shoes but now he wants to fill his boots.Barnsley’s 27-year-old super-middleweight put himself through college with a part-time job in a menswear shop where Sheffield’s former welterweight world champ would pop in for free gear.Simpson would have to race up and down stairs to cater for his celebrated fellow Yorkshireman.But now the tables have turned and Brook will drive 12 miles up the M1 to support Simpson, in his bid to dethrone dangerous British and Commonwealth champ Zak Chelli.Simpson told SunSport: “Between the ages of 16-18 I worked part-time, while I was still in college, in a clothes shop that sponsored Kell Brook.“When Kell would come in I would have to wait for him to pick all the shoes he wanted, run upstairs to find them all in his size, then loosen all the laces so he could slide them on, like Cinderella. Simpson would have to race up and down stairs to cater for his celebrated fellow Yorkshireman.But now the tables have turned and Brook will drive 12 miles up the M1 to support Simpson, in his bid to dethrone dangerous British and Commonwealth champ Zak Chelli.Ahead of Saturday’s shootout at Simpson’s beloved Barnley’s Oakwell stadium, he told SunSport: “Between the ages of 16-18 I worked part-time, while I was still in college, in a clothes shop that sponsored Kell Brook.“We would get free tickets for his fights when they were at the Sheffield arena and my mates would always tell me ‘that’ll be you one day’.“And now I am signed with Boxxer and Sky Sports and Kell has messaged me to say he will come over and watch.“So going from loosening his shoes to having him at ringside will be a nice and surreal moment. But it’s all come from hard work.”Simpson continued to subsidise his training and fighting with work in fashion right up until last year when he broke out of the small-hall circuit.He’s timed his 14-0 form perfectly as the new Saudi money flooding into the sport is giving some of these brave men the fortunes they deserve.But boxing fans should remember the blood, sweat, tears and honest toil they all go through to get anywhere near the top.“This stuff doesn’t happen overnight,” the down-to-earth lad said.“When I had my first area title fight in 2022, my first 10-rounder, I was training twice a day and working 45hr weeks, Saturdays and Sundays.“For that fight, I weighed in at Friday lunchtime and rushed into work to make up the time, then boxed on Saturday and worked all day Sunday.“My second fight was a four-rounder in 2019, on a Josh Warrington undercard at Leeds arena and I worked the next day.“This stuff doesn’t happen overnight,” the down-to-earth lad said.“When I had my first area title fight in 2022, my first 10-rounder, I was training twice-a-day and working 45hr weeks, Saturdays and Sundays.“For that fight I weighed-in at Friday lunchtime and rushed into work to make up the time, then boxed on Saturday and worked all day Sunday.“My second fight was a four-rounder in 2019, on a Josh Warrington undercard at Leeds arena and I worked the next day. More

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      Juan Izquierdo’s cause of death confirmed by mother after tragic footballer, 27, collapsed and died on pitch

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      JUAN IZQUIERDO’s mother has revealed the cause of his death.The Uruguayan footballer died after he collapsed during a Copa Libertadores match in August.Juan Manuel Izquierdo tragically died last monthCredit: AFPHe collapsed on the pitch during Nacional’s clash with Sau PauloCredit: AFPHe was taken away in an ambulance but was confirmed dead before reaching hospitalCredit: AFPIzquierdo, 27, collapsed on the pitch while playing for Nacional against Sau Paulo in the round of 16 tie.Medics attended the star on the pitch before he was taken to hospital.Nacional confirmed Izquierdo’s death on social media with a statement which led to a host of tributes being made to the defender.Sandra Viana, Izquierdo’s mother, was told by doctors that a virus had become “lodged” in his heart.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLShe told Sport890: “We wanted to know what caused the arrhythmia because Juan had never had heart problems.”The doctors studied the case and told us that he had caught a virus.”He had only complained of having swollen lymph nodes. “The doctors told us that the virus had lodged in his heart, and that the impact of the match and the high pace had caused the arrhythmia.Most read in Football”That’s what the cardiologists and neurologists told me.”When Juan arrived at the Albert Einstein Hospital, he was dead.Watch emotional Darwin Nunez console his son on the pitch after shocking brawl at end of Uruguay’s defeat to Colombia Statment by Nacional on Juan IzquierdoHere is the statement that was relaesed by Nacional after Juan Izquierdo passed away…It read: “It is with the deepest sorrow and shock in our hearts that the Club Nacional announces the death of our beloved player Juan Izquierdo.“We express our most sincere condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and loved ones.”All of Nacional is in mourning for his irreparable loss.”RIP Juan, you will be with us forever.”His mother, Sandra Viana, revealed that he has a virus in his heart”They took 19 to 20 minutes to resuscitate him. It doesn’t occur to us to make any kind of judgement.”The Albert Einstein Hospital behaved very well, they did everything possible for Juan.”They allowed us to be in the ICU the whole time. We have nothing to complain about the hospital.”Sandra had to have the difficult task of telling Izquierdo’s two-year-old daughter that he would not be coming back.The star had only just welcomed his second child days before the tragedy.She said: “It’s hard to tell a two-year-old girl that her father is not coming.”Polenta brought Juan’s truck from Los Cespedes and she thought that her father was coming.”Izquierdo’s funeral was on August 29, 2024Credit: GettyHis father, Nelson, was heartbrokenCredit: AFP More