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      Britain’s first £1million footballer Trevor Francis cuts out estranged sons from will as he leaves behind huge sum

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      BRITAIN’S first £1million footballer Trevor Francis left £1.9million in his will — but cut out his two estranged sons.The ex-England striker, who died last July aged 69, gave strict instructions that his boys, James and Matthew, were not to benefit.Trevor Francis, Britain’s first ever footballer to sign for £1million, handed his fortune to his siblings in his will after cutting out his estranged sonsCredit: GettyInstead, he handed his fortune to his siblings — brother Ian and sister Carolyn. His hairdresser wife, Helen, died from breast cancer two years before him.In his will, drawn up in February 2019, he wrote: “I wish to make it clear in this my will that I have not included my children as beneficiaries due to the fact that we have become estranged following family differences over the last several months.“Neither of my children are financially dependent on me.”READ MORE BEAUTIFUL GAMETrevor, who signed for Nottingham Forest for £1million in 1979 and helped them win the European Cup that year, died from a heart attack in Spain.Both sons attended his funeral, which was held near Marbella.But his will says his British estate should be shared equally between his brother and sister, who both live in Plymouth. It does not cover his Spanish estate, thought to include an apartment near Marbella.Most read in FootballThe causes of the rift with his sons were not given. But in 2013, James, then 26, was charged with burgling the Warwickshire home. Secretary of State for Housing Robert Jenrick admits he can see why inheritance tax is ‘particularly unpopular’ in the UKHe was cleared by a jury after his dad spoke up for him in court, where he insisted his boys were well brought up. More

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      Sir Chips Keswick dead at 84: Former Arsenal chairman who oversaw four FA Cup triumphs dies as tributes pour in

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      FORMER Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick has died at the age of 84.Keswick was a lifelong Gunners supporter, and was a regular feature at Highbury when he was younger.Former Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick has diedCredit: Getty – ContributorKeswick took over as chairman in 2013 and oversaw four FA Cup triumphsCredit: Getty – ContributorAn Arsenal statement announced the sad news this morning.The club said: “It is with great sadness that the club reports the death of former Chairman, Sir Chips Keswick.”A lifelong Arsenal supporter, he was a regular at Highbury after first standing in the boys’ enclosure in 1949 and listed his early heroes as the Compton brothers and Jimmy Logie but, above all, goalkeeper – and later manager – George Swindin, as young Chips was a budding schoolboy keeper himself.”Keswick became the chairman of the north London side in 2013 having initially joined the club’s board alongside Lord Harris in November 2005.READ MORE ON ARSENALIn becoming chair he replaced Peter Hill-Wood.During his time there he oversaw the team winning four FA Cups, with his final year fittingly seeing the team win the 2020 FA Cup as he stepped down in May of that year.The tribute continued: “Retirement allowed him to spend more time with his beloved family as well as indulge in his other great sporting passion, horse racing – he was a respected owner of numerous racehorses over the years. “Sir Chips will be greatly missed by everyone at Arsenal who knew him and we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Lady Sarah and their children David, Tobias and Adam.”Most read in FootballKeswick had previously been a vice-chairman of Hambros bank between 1986 and 1998 and knighted by the Queen for services to banking in 1993.He was known to be a keen racehorse owner and owned some with the Queen.Keswick won the Cheltenham Festival Novices’ Handicap Chase in 2014 with Present View, trained by Jamie Snowden, but missed it because Arsenal were playing in Europe.After landing another Cheltenham win last year, he said on his first time miss: “It is great to be here this time. I had to watch Arsenal against Bayern and they beat us 3-1 (on aggregate).”I retired when I was 80 from the board. I think when you leave, you leave. “You shouldn’t hang around, but rest assured I watch Arsenal every time on the television.”Sir Chips Keswick “the perfect chairman”
      Sir John Chippendale “Chips” Lindley Keswick was a major figure at Arsenal Football Club.
      He joined the board in 2005 and then in 2013 was named chairman – a role he held for seven years.
      During that time as chairman, Arsenal won the FA Cup four times.
      He earned his money as chairman of Hambros Bank and as a director of the Bank of England.
      Upon his retirement as the most powerful man at Arsenal in 2020 he said: “It has been an honour to be the chairman of this great football club.
      “Arsenal has always held a special place in my life and that will remain the case in the future.”
      Current Arsenal owners Stan and Josh Kroenke said at the time he stepped down: “His extensive business knowledge and experience coupled with his deep love of Arsenal have made him the perfect chairman.”
      He was a lifelong Arsenal fan. More

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      ‘Angry Rantman’ dead updates — YouTuber and Chelsea fan dies aged 27 following major surgery

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      ANGRY Rantman, best known for his football YouTube videos has tragically passed away at the age of 27.A statement from his family read: “With profound grief and sorrow, we hereby declare the sad and untimely demise of Abhradeep Saha AKA #AngryRantman today at 10:18 hrs IST.”He touched the lives of millions with his Honesty, humour and unwavering spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”As we mourn his loss, let us remember the joy he brought to our lives and hold on to the cherished memories we share together. Inspiring change one rant at a time.”Read our live blog below for the latest news and updates…Mark Goldbridge pays respects
      Popular Manchester United pundit Mark Goldbridge has paid his respects following Angry Rantman’s death.
      Taking to X, he wrote: “RIP Angry Rantman!
      “Whether you liked it or not he was a unique content creator doing what he loved. We’re here for a good time not a long time.”
      RIP Angry Rantman! Whether you liked it or not he was a unique content creator doing what he loved. We’re here for a good time not a long time.— Mark Goldbridge (@markgoldbridge) April 17, 2024

      Copy linkCopiedAngry Rantman’s reaction to Barca’s historic defeat
      Angry Rantman went viral following Barcelona’s humiliating 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich in 2020.
      Half a million people tuned in to watch the iconic YouTuber rage.
      He said: “That wasn’t a football match, that was a slaughtering house.
      “Setién has turned Barcelona into Real Betis”
      Copy linkCopiedArsenal Fan TV pays tribute
      AFTV have taken to Twitter/X to honour Angry Rantman following his tragic passing aged 27.
      A tweet read: “RIP Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman.
      “One of the greats of the fan channel scene.”

      Copy linkCopiedHow many subscribers did Angry Rantman have?
      Angry Rantman, real name Abhradeep Saha, had a huge presence on YouTube and social media.
      Iconic for his passionate videos about Chelsea football club, Saha rose to fame on the video-sharing platform.
      As of today, he has 483,000 subscribers on YouTube.
      Copy linkCopied’One of the kindest people’
      More tributes continue to come in following the news of Angry Rantman’s death.
      One fan wrote: “Such sad news 💔.”
      While another said: “I’m absolutely gutted. He was one of the kindest, nicest and best people I have spoken to.”
      Copy linkCopiedHeartbroken fans pay tribute
      Chelsea fans are flooding social media with tributes to beloved YouTuber Angry Rantman.
      One popular X account wrote: “RIP Abhradeep or commonly known as Angry Rantman.
      “One of the original voices in our community that never failed to make us smile.”
      Copy linkCopiedWhat was Angry Rantman’s last sports YouTube post?
      Angry Rantman last posted to his YouTube channel one month ago.
      His last sports based video was his furious review of Chelsea’s 2-2 draw against Brentford.
      The video managed to accumulate over 70,000 views and Angry Rantman did not hold back with his comments about Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino.
      Copy linkCopied’His rants were iconic’
      One person took to X to write: “RIP Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman.
      “His rants were iconic to us all, but I think fewer people know just how kind and generous he was beyond his content.
      “Proper Chelsea fan, and a genuinely phenomenal and brilliant human being 💙.”
      Another added: “RIP brother, lovely human being and he will be missed 💔.”
      A third wrote: “I’m absolutely gutted. He was one of the kindest, nicest and best people I have spoken to.”
      Copy linkCopiedHow many subscribers did he have?
      Abhradeep Saha, best known as Angry Rantman, had a whopping 482,000 subscribers on YouTube.
      Angry Rantman would share his views on football and cinema.
      Some of his viral videos criticising Chelsea made him a popular figure among the football fan community on social media.
      Copy linkCopiedAngry Rantman’s most viewed rants
      These were his most popular sporting rants…
      1. “Humiliating is not the word”Abhradeep clocked up an amazing 3 MILLION views after Chelsea lost 6-0 to Man City five years ago.He raged: “What the hell is that!” and called Marcos Alonso a “shambolic defender”.
      2. “Worst start to the season”A 4-0 defeat to Man Utd four years ago saw him have a meltdown.He fumed: “This is the worst start to the season ever, ever, ever.”
      3. “Setién has Turned Barcelona into Real Betis”Abhradeep moved away from his favourite team Chelsea to give his views on Barcelona’s humiliating 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich three years ago. Half a million tuned in.He said: “That wasn’t a football match, that was a slaughtering house.”
      Copy linkCopied’He will be missed by our community’
      YouTuber True Geordie commented: “RIP to the funny football YouTuber Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman. This guy had some hilarious epic clips and will be missed by our community.”
      Another said: “Such sad news 💔.”
      While one fan wrote: “RIP Abhradeep or commonly known as Angry Rantman 💔 One of the original voices in our community that never failed to make us smile.”
      Copy linkCopiedTributes flood in
      Taking to social media one fan wrote: “RIP Abhradeep or commonly known as AngryRantman.
      “One of the original voices in our community that never failed to make us smile.”
      A second wrote: “Rest in power, Angry Rantman. One of YouTube’s finest entertainers.”
      Copy linkCopied’Angry Rantman’s’ death confirmed by family
      A statement from his family read: “With profound grief and sorrow, we hereby declare the sad and untimely demise of Abhradeep Saha AKA #AngryRantman today at 10:18 hrs IST.
      “He touched the lives of millions with his Honesty, humour and unwavering spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
      “As we mourn his loss, let us remember the joy he brought to our lives and hold on to the cherished memories we share together. Inspiring change one rant at a time.”
      Copy linkCopied’Angry Rantman’ dead aged 27
      YouTuber Abhradeep Saha, also known as Angry Rantman, has died aged 27.
      The social media sensation was best known for his videos criticising Chelsea.

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      Angry Rantman dead at 27: YouTuber and viral Chelsea fan – real name Abhradeep Saha – dies as tributes pour in

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      FOOTBALL YouTuber Abhradeep Saha, also known as Angry Rantman, has tragically passed away at the age of 27.A statement from his family read: “With profound grief and sorrow, we hereby declare the sad and untimely demise of Abhradeep Saha AKA #AngryRantman today at 10:18 hrs IST.Abhradeep Saha aka Angry Rantman has passed awayCredit: X”He touched the lives of millions with his Honesty, humour and unwavering spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”As we mourn his loss, let us remember the joy he brought to our lives and hold on to the cherished memories we share together. Inspiring change one rant at a time.”The avid Chelsea fan was in a “critical situation” before his death, his family confirmed.Saha burst onto the scene when he formed his YouTube channel six years ago.READ MORE ON CHELSEASome of his viral videos criticising Chelsea made him a popular figure among the football fan community on social media.Tributes flooded in for the YouTube superstar following the announcement of his death.One person took to X to write: “RIP Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman.”His rants were iconic to us all, but I think fewer people know just how kind and generous he was beyond his content.Most read in FootballAngry Rantman’s most viewed sporting rantsAbhradeep Saha, best known as Angry Rantman, had a whopping 482,000 subscribers on YouTube, where he shared his views on football and cinema. These were his most popular sporting rants…

      1. “Humiliating is not the word”Abhradeep clocked up an amazing 3 MILLION views after Chelsea lost 6-0 to Man City five years ago.He raged: “What the hell is that!” and called Marcos Alonso a “shambolic defender”.
      2. “Worst start to the season”A 4-0 defeat to Man Utd four years ago saw him have a meltdown.He fumed: “This is the worst start to the season ever, ever, ever.”
      3. “Setién has Turned Barcelona into Real Betis”Abhradeep moved away from his favourite team Chelsea to give his views on Barcelona’s humiliating 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich three years ago. Half a million tuned in.He said: “That wasn’t a football match, that was a slaughtering house.”

      “Proper Chelsea fan, and a genuinely phenomenal and brilliant human being 💙.”Another added: “RIP brother, lovely human being and he will be missed 💔.”A third wrote: “I’m absolutely gutted. He was one of the kindest, nicest and best people I have spoken to.”YouTuber True Geordie commented: “RIP to the funny football YouTuber Abhradeep Saha, aka Angry Rantman. This guy had some hilarious epic clips and will be missed by our community.”Another said: “Such sad news 💔.”While one fan wrote: “RIP Abhradeep or commonly known as Angry Rantman 💔 One of the original voices in our community that never failed to make us smile.” More

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      Bernd Holzenbein dead at 78: Germany World Cup winner and Eintracht Frankfurt legend passes away

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      GERMANY World Cup winner Bernd Holzenbein has died at the age of 78.Born in March 1946, the attacker passed away on Monday evening after a long, serious illness. Bernd Holzenbein won the World Cup with Germany in 1974Credit: GettyHoelzenbein died surrounded by his familyCredit: GettyHolzenbein had recently suffered from severe dementia.During his playing days he played as a striker or winger.He starred for the West Germany team before it unified with East Germany and played a major role in winning the World Cup in 1974 by getting the equalising penalty against the Netherlands in the final.Holzenbein made a habit of making an impact in big games, scoring an equaliser in the 1976 European Championship final against Czechoslovakia, though his nation would go on to lose on penalties.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis goal in the game made him the oldest goalscorer in a Euro final aged 30 years and 103 days – a record held until 34-year-old Leonardo Bonucci scored against England in the Euro 2020 final.In total, Holzenbein played 40 times for his nation, scoring five goals.Holzenbein was a qualified merchant away from the pitch, but was best known for his work on it with Eintracht Frankfurt.He scored a staggering 160 goals in the Bundesliga for them, making 420 appearances across a stay stretching from 1967 to 1981.Most read in FootballHis exploits made him the club’s record goalscorer and also saw him lift the Uefa Cup in 1980, as well as three German Cups in 1974, 1975 and 1981.Holzenbein headed to the USA when his time playing at Frankfurt was over, starring for Fort Lauderdale Strikers and later for Memphis Americans and Baltimore Blast in the Major Indoor Soccer League.He then returned to Germany to play for FSV Salmrohr, where he stayed for six months to earn promotion to the second division.After hanging up his playing boots he returned to Frankfurt in 1988, where he became a vice-president and later a manager between 1994 and 1996.In 2004 Holzenbein returned to the club and became their chief scout until 2014.A statement from Frankfurt on his passing said: “An Eintracht fan through and through. “A legend, as it is written in the books. One of the greatest we have ever had.”Bernd Hölzenbein, honorary captain of Eintracht, died on Monday at the age of 78 surrounded by his family 🖤”Bundesliga rivals also paid their respects to a legend of the game, with Hertha Berlin saying: “Rest in peace, Bernd Hölzenbein. 🕊️ Our thoughts are with his family and the entire Eintracht family.”Hamburger SV said: “Rest in peace, Bernd Hölzenbein! 🕊️.”Borussia Monchengladbach said: “Rest in peace, Bernd Hölzenbein. 🕯️READ MORE SUN STORIES”Borussia mourns the loss of the great Frankfurt goalscorer and 1974 football world champion. Our condolences go out to his family and friends.”Holzenbein’s tragic passing comes after the death of 1974 West German captain Franz Beckenbauer in January. More

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      Amir Khan pays touching tribute to Willie Limond after first man to floor Brit as a pro tragically dies aged just 45

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      AMIR KHAN has paid a touching tribute to Willie Limond after his former opponent’s tragic death.The Scottish boxer, 45, died after succumbing to his condition following a suspected seizure.Scottish boxing star Willie Limond has died aged 45Credit: Kenny RamsayAmir Khan has posted a video to pay tribute to the late star on social mediaLimond was the first man to knock Khan down when they fought in 2007A host of other tributes have poured in from fighters and fans after the sad newsCredit: Scottish News and SportHe was was found unresponsive in his car last Saturday morning in Coatbridge and was rushed to University Hospital Monklands in Airdrie where he remained in a critical condition until passing away.Tributes flooded in for the popular Limond, who was due to fight Geordie Joe Laws in a comeback bout in Glasgow next month.One of the late star’s most famous battles in the ring came back in 2007 when he battled Khan for the Commonwealth lightweight title at London’s O2 Arena.The Englishman was a rising star then after winning silver at the Athens Olympic games and was aged only 20.READ MORE ON BOXINGLimond gave Khan an almighty scare when he knocked him down in the sixth round but he ultimately went on to lose by stoppage after suffering a broken jaw before the start of the ninth.Now Khan has posted a video on social media to pay tribute to his former rival upon learning of his sad passing.The now retired former unified light-welterweight world champion, 37, said: “My thoughts go out to his family.“If there’s anyway that I can help or support, please get in touch with me or the team.Most read in Boxing“It’s sad news for boxing. He was a great person and we met numerous times after we fought each other and like I said my thoughts are with his family and if there’s anyway that I can help then please let me know.“Our prayers go out there for Willie. We’ll keep him in our prayers. Rest in peace, champ.”Tribute to Willie Limond: A Scottish boxing legend passesEx-British title holder and former Sheffield United footballer Curtis Woodhouse, who Limond defeated for the title in 2014, had earlier revealed that he was “gutted”.He said: “Absolutely devastated to hear the news of the passing of Willie Limond, a great fighter and a great man.“We stayed in touch after our fight and always had a laugh together. Absolutely gutted. Rest In Peace champ.”Another of Limond’s biggest bouts was against legendary Mexican fighter Erik Morales in front of 60,000 fans in Mexico City with the WBC silver super lightweight title on the line.He also took on the likes of Anthony Crolla and Tyrone Nurse in other high-profile bouts during the later years of his career. More

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      Ex-Man City and Liverpool star Mario Balotelli almost choked to death after tomato ketchup blunder

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      MARIO BALOTELLI almost choked to death while on club duty – after confusing tomato ketchup with red-hot chili sauce.The former Manchester City and Liverpool madcap has figured in a series of crazy antics throughout his career.Mario Balotelli nearly choked to death after a mix-up involving tomato ketchupCredit: GettyAnd Balotelli’s one-time clubmate Florian Thauvin has now revealed the Italy striker made himself ill with an accidental overdose of harissa.The powerful North African condiment is made from fiery chilis, spices, herbs, seeds and oil.Ex-Newcastle winger Thauvin was with Marseille when Balotelli joined the Ligue 1 club in 2019.Thauvin, 31, recalled: “Mario Balotelli signed for Marseille.  We were on a pre-match training camp, and having a meal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”At that time Adil Rami was at the club, and he always asked for there to be harissa on the table.”So the chef always used to put out a bowl of harissa for Adil.  Balotelli showed up.”It was his first pre-match camp with the club, and everything was new for him.”As the good Italian he is, he helped himself to pasta. He thought the harissa was tomato sauce.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”He began plastering the harissa over his pasta – he took a big helping of it.”Us other players looked at one another, and thought: ‘That’s hot stuff – and he’s taken a lot of it.’Watch topless Balotelli throw his shirt at window on live stream then rage at streamer ‘aren’t you ashamed to say that?'”We thought he knew what he was doing.  We didn’t know him, so we felt he knew and that there was no problem.”Mario began to eat, but inside five minutes he was weeping and the sweat was pouring down his face.”All the players wished him welcome to the club.  We were crying with laughter – it was exceptional.”As the good Italian he is, he helped himself to pasta. He thought the harissa was tomato sauce.Thauvin on BalotelliBalotelli, 33, is now in his second spell with Turkish club Adana Demirspor.He won the Premier League with Manchester City after a £16million move from Inter Milan in 2010.However the striker fared less well at Liverpool, scoring just four goals in 28 games for the Reds.Capped 36 times, Balotelli has also played for AC Milan, Nice, Brescia, Monza and Swiss club Sion.Mario Balotelli’s career statsThose numbers in full:

      Lumezzane, 2005-2006: 2 games, 0 goals

      Inter Milan, 2006-2010: 86 games, 28 goals

      Man City, 2010-2013: 80 games, 30 goals

      AC Milan, 2013-2014: 54 games, 30 goals

      Liverpool, 2014-2015: 28 games, 4 goals

      AC Milan, 2015-2016: 23 games, 3 goals

      Nice, 2016-2018: 76 games, 43 goals

      Marseille, 2018-2019: 15 games, 8 goals

      Brescia, 2019-2020: 19 games, 5 goals

      Monza, 2020-2021: 14 games, 6 goals

      Adana Demirspor, 2021-2022: 35 games, 19 goals

      Sion, 2023-2023: 19 games, 6 goals

      Adana Demirspor, 11 games, 7 goals

      Italy, 2010-2018: 36 games, 14 goals

      Trophies: Serie A x3, Italian Cup, Italian Super Cup, Champions League (Inter Milan); Premier League, FA Cup (Man City) More

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      Tragedy as racing team manager is killed after ‘fatal accident with truck’ ahead of Le Mans Cup

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      GERHARD FREUNDORFER has died following a fatal accident with his team truck.Tributes have flooded in for Freundorfer, who was team manager of Proton Huber Competition.The fatal incident occurred at Circuit de Barcelona-CatalunyaCredit: GettyThe fatal incident occurred at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya earlier today.An official statement read: “The European Le Mans Series deeply regrets to have to report that on Tuesday 9 April 2024 at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya during the 4 Hours of Barcelona event an incident occurred in the Michelin Le Mans Cup paddock.”In the morning during set up, Gerhard Freundorfer, Team Manager of Proton Huber Competition, was involved in a fatal accident with his team truck.”He was quickly attended by the circuit medical staff but, unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.”READ MORE IN RACINGPaying tribute to Freundorfer, CEO of Le Mans Endurance Management Frederic Lequien said: “On behalf of the whole endurance family I would like to extend all of our deepest condolences to the family of Gerhard Freundorfer, especially to his wife Karola, and the Proton Huber Competition team.”This is a very sad day for the endurance family.”Managing director of the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Josep Lluis Santamaria added: “On behalf of the Circuit we deeply regret this accident and would like to extend our deepest condolences to Gerhard’s family, friends and the entire paddock of the European Le Mans Series.”While Pierre Fillon, president of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest, said: “This morning we woke to the news of the death of Gerhard Freundorfer, which has saddened everyone involved in endurance racing.Most read in Motorsport”Gerhard was a member of the endurance family, and he will be sadly missed by all.”I wish to extend the condolences of everyone at the ACO to Gerhard’s family and friends.”THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More