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    Ex-Man Utd star Mason Greenwood welcomes 2nd child with partner Harriet Robson after starting new life in France

    FORMER Man United star Mason Greenwood is celebrating a brace after becoming a dad again for the second time.The striker welcomed a second daughter with partner Harriet Robson earlier this week.Mason Greenwood now plays for Marseille in France’s Ligue 1Credit: AFPGreenwood and partner Harriet RobsonCredit: FacebookThe couple welcomed daughter Summer in 2023Credit: Social media – Refer to sourceThe couple celebrated the birth of their first child Summer in July 2023.A source said: “They are both delighted with the safe arrival of their second child. They are really enjoying living in France and are enjoying the simple things.“Mason is performing well on the pitch and then he comes home to Harriet and his children. Life is simpler and they have less distractions, which is suiting the both of them.”Yesterday Greenwood posted a picture of Harriet, 23, holding Summer – who were both wearing Marseille shirts with the name “Greenwood” on the back along with his Number 10 – on his instagram page.READ MORE ON GREENWOODHe wrote: “Happy birthday to the best partner and mum we love you”.To celebrate Summer’s first birthday, Harriet posted a video montage of him with his daughter.After her birth, Greenwood had posted a picture of a tiny baby’s hand in his own, with the caption saying: “11.07.23”.University student Harriet had enjoyed a baby shower where she showed off her blossoming bump.Most read in FootballThe Sun reported the couple were expecting in October last year.A source said at the time: “Mason has done a lot of growing up in the last couple of years, especially since he has become a father.Mason Greenwood SIGNS for Marseille as Man Utd release brief statement after transfer“He and Harriet are enjoying life out of the intense spotlight that comes with being a United player and is much more settled off the pitch, which means he can concentrate on his football.”Greenwood, 23, signed a five-year deal with Marseille last July after the French club agreed a £26million fee with Manchester United. Since the move to France, where he earns a reported £70,000-a-week, Greenwood’s form has attracted interest from Barcelona.Before the move he was being watched by Juventus, Atletico Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and at least two Premier League clubs.The forward had spent the previous season on loan at Spanish side Getafe, where he scored 10 goals in 36 games.Greenwood was suspended by United after his arrest for attempted rape, assault and coercive control in January 2022.The charges were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service in February 2023.READ MORE SUN STORIESMUFC announced their academy player would not be returning to the club on August 21 that year in what was branded a “collaborative decision”.He left on loan to Serie A club Getafe before moving to Marseille.The couple celebrated Summer’s first birthday last JulyCredit: InstagramHarriet posted this snap of a baby football kitCredit: instagramCharges against Greenwood were droppedCredit: EPA More

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    My dad’s a Premier League legend and Chelsea icon, now I’m making my own way in football

    PETR CECH’s daughter is following in her father’s footsteps after she made her national team debut.The Chelsea legend played in England for a decade and a half while also playing in goal for the Czech Republic for 14 years.Petr Cech’s daughter is following in his footstepsCredit: ReutersAdela Cechova made her debut for the Czech Republic Under-17 sideBut the 42-year-old’s daughter, Adela Cechova, has now taken the next steps in following her father’s career.On Tuesday the 17-year-old made her debut for Czechia’s Under-17 national team.She starred off the bench in a 3-0 defeat to Mexico in the MIMA Cup being held in Spain.The tournament will also see Cechova taking on England and Scotland before the end of the current international break.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Cechova is a defender rather than a goalkeeper like her father.Her coach, Daniel Smejkal, says of her: “She’s a promising defender.”Now we are taking her with us to Spain to train so that we can get to know her better.”Cechova wears the number 21 on her back.Most read in FootballShe has also kept her club football routes close to home, playing for Chelsea’s local rivals Fulham.Tonight Cechova will have the chance to help her nation get a win on the board when they face England, before another opportunity presents itself against Scotland on Saturday.Premier League legend makes professional ice hockey debut at 41 years old after joining championsCech actually missed the birth of his daughter on January 23, 2008, because he was with the Chelsea team for a League Cup semi-final tie against Everton.Chelsea would win the tie 2-1, although Cech did not play in the game – not even being named on the bench – with Hilario deputising in goal as picked by Avram Grant.On missing her birth, Cech told People Magazine: “It was the best day of my life and at the same time the saddest.”I was happy to be a father and proud of my wife, but sad to have missed the birth.”My daughter decided she would come in the middle of the night without me being able to do anything, so I had to wait glued to the phone.”Cech, who now plays ice hockey, has two children with his wife Martina.They have a boy, named Damian, who is following more directly in his father’s footsteps, being a goalkeeper with the Under-15s at Fulham.According to Czech outlet iDNES.cz, Cech does not want either of his children to play for Chelsea.The publication explains: “She will always be ‘Cech’s daughter’, but I don’t think he will push her up.”Quite the opposite, because he doesn’t want any of his children to play for a Chelsea team where he is a legend.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Playing with the national team is a new football and life experience for her.”Both of Cech’s children are kept away from the media spotlight in general and are said to be reluctant to give interviews.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Steven Gerrard to be a grandad at 44 as daughter Lilly reveals she’s pregnant

    STEVEN Gerrard is going to be become a grandad, aged 44.The football legend’s daughter Lilly has announced she is pregnant with her first child.Stephen Gerrard’s daughter Lilly (far left) is to become a mumLilly announced the news with this sweet postLilly has been dating her baby’s father Lee Byrne since 2022Influencer Lilly, 20, shared the news on her instagram, posting a snap of a pregnancy journal, two positive pregnancy tests, two scan snaps and a pair of cute baby shoes.She wrote: “Our little secret, the best news, mini us is on the way.”The dad is Lee Byrne, who Lily has been seeing since April 2022.Steven was quick to comment, saying “we can’t wait” on an Instagram post by Lilly.read more on steven gerrardProud dad-of-four Stevie, now managing Saudi side Al-Ettifaq, added: “Great news and congratulations, we love you.”Lily’s mum Alex Gerrard added: “Can’t wait.”The Sun on Sunday revealed in 2022 that influencer Lilly had started dating Lee in around April of that year.They were first linked when they enjoyed a holiday to Ibiza together and posted snaps kissing.Most read in FootballLee moved into a gated community in Freshfield, one of Merseyside’s more exclusive addresses, which is how he got to know LillyThe Byrne and Gerrard families are said to grown close since the young couple began dating.Lee has describing WAG Alex as his second mum.Lilly was born in February 2004 and regularly posts pictures of her jetset lifestyle on social media.Steven and Alex are also parents to  daughters Lexie, 18, and Lourdes, 13, and a son named Lio, eight. Steven will have turned 45 when his grandchild arrives.Lilly is also yet to disclose the gender of her unborn child.Influencer Lilly Gerrard has been seeing Lee Byrne for several yearsCredit: Steven and wife Alex have four kids together More

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    Kyle Walker ‘takes swipe at ex Lauryn Goodman’ with pic after refusing to give her kids Xmas gifts despite £27m fortune

    KYLE Walker has seemingly hit back at his ex Lauryn Goodman amid a row over Christmas presents for their kids.The influencer was reported to be “utterly furious” with the father of her two children after he missed them off his Christmas list for the second year in a row.Kyle Walker has posted a festive family photo with wife Annie KilnerSome saw it as a swipe as Lauryn Goodman amid a row about Christmas presents for his two kids with herCredit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91Lauryn revealed that her son and daughter with Walker received nothing from their dad for the big dayCredit: InstagramBut sources close to the footie star accused her of using the row for publicityCredit: GC ImagesWalker, who fathered a son and a daughter with Goodman over the course of a lengthy, on/off affair, had promised to “do the right thing” this year, according to sources.But young Kairo and Kinara apparently didn’t receive anything from their dad come the big day.One source said: “All of their mutual friends have talked to Kyle.“They feel really upset for the children and for Lauryn who is always trying to do right by their kids.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKER“They were hoping Kyle would put aside his differences for the sake of the children.”But to leave them with nothing to open for another year is just really sad.”Lauryn even shared an exchange with a fan on social media in which they suggested Walker’s wife Annie Kilner was behind the decision.Walker and Annie spent Christmas day together despite her filing for divorce from the Man City star earlier this year.Most read in FootballNow, though, Walker has taken to his own Instagram page and seemingly addressed the bitter row.The defender posted a festive family photo to his Instagram story, featuring himself, Annie and their four kids all in matching pyjamas.Kyle Walker and ex-lover Lauryn Goodman in fresh row over intercom security system at her £2.4m homeThe children’s faces were all obscured by white heart emojis, while the snap was captioned “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year”.Some viewers perceived this as a swipe at Lauryn, with a source close to the Three Lions man adding: “He provides for the children financially.”He’s never been a part of Lauryn’s Christmas celebrations with the children.”There’s no reason this year would be any different.”And another insider told Mail+: “It feels like Lauryn is relentless in dragging this story into the spotlight.”She seems to be trying to use Kyle and the family to keep herself relevant. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Kyle and Annie would love for things to die down.”He feels that he cannot send gifts or Christmas wishes because he fears Lauryn will use any contact at all to shove herself forward in the media.”Annie and Kyle spent Christmas together despite her filing for divorce earlier this yearCredit: InstagramWalker fathered two kids with Lauryn during a lengthy affair which has spilled over into a public feud between her and AnnieCredit: Splash More

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    Lauryn Goodman seen for first time since Kyle Walker did NOT give their two kids Xmas presents – despite £27m fortune

    LAURYN Goodman put on a brave face as she was seen for the first time since Kyle Walker failed to send their two kids Christmas presents.Despite his £27million fortune, the Manchester City footballer snubbed son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year.Lauryn Goodman carries daughter Kinara as she holds hands with son Kairo on a walkCredit: SplashKyle Walker snubbed the two children he fathered with LaurynCredit: GettyThe family pushed on after Kyle failed to get them Christmas presentsCredit: SplashLauryn managed a smile despite a difficult ChristmasCredit: SplashThe Sun told how the father of six promised friends he’d do the “right thing” by his estranged kids, but left Lauryn disappointed once again.It comes six months after their courtroom showdown over Lauryn’s ‘childcare’ demands – where she was accused of using the England footie ace as an “open-ended cheque book”.Over Christmas, doting mum had been “feeling the humbug spirit”, sources said – but she was today spotted smiling out on a stroll, holding hands with Kairo and carrying Kinara with the other.Wearing just a cardigan and jeans on a mild December day, Lauryn managed a smile as she pushed on to put her troubles behind her.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKERShe played with her animated one-year-old Kinara in one picture and in another sweetly pulled up Kairo’s jacket as it slipped off his shoulder.One insider said previously about the father of her children: “All of their mutual friends have talked to Kyle.“They feel really upset for the children and for Lauryn who is always trying to do right by their kids.“They were hoping Kyle would put aside his differences for the sake of the childrenMost read in Football“But to leave them with nothing to open for another year is just really sad.”Lauryn became pregnant while Kyle was on a break from his wife Annie in 2019 and Kairo was born the following year.He and Annie – who he shares four children with – rebuilt their relationship and got married in 2021.Kyle Walker will spend Christmas Day back with estranged wife Annie Kilner after they agreed to put the turmoil of their divorce to one side for the sake of their kidsLauryn and Kyle briefly rekindled their relationship before Kinara was conceived.Lauryn broke the news of her second child with Kyle on December 27 in a text to then-pregnant Annie — leading to a huge public feud.Kyle later admitted he’d lied to both women and moved out of the family home in Cheshire.Annie filed for divorce this October and is preparing to seek half his fortune.Full list of Lauryn Goodman’s outrageous ‘childcare’ demands to Kyle Walker in court battleINSTAGRAM influencer Lauryn Goodman was blasted for using England footie ace Kyle Walker as an “open-ended cheque bookHer full shopping list of ‘childcare’ demands she wanted her ex to pay for can be revealed – including £30,000 for aircon and a gardener budget.£30,000 Air conditioning£31,200 Astroturf pitch£20,000 Furnishing fund£70,000 Car allowance every three years£14,750 per month/£150,000 a year in child maintenance for both children£3,900 per month childcare costs for Kinara of 30 hours per week at £30 an hour£30,000 Car for the nanny, to be replaced every three yearsA bespoke wood and glass baby gateA gardener at a cost of £28 per hour – “The lawn mower is heavy”£171.81 per month for two mobile phones – one for family, one for friendsAn iron – “I do have a steamer but it leaks”£800 Water filters£2,000+ Garden furniture£1,499 Garden chairs and table£6,250 Wardrobes£2,149 Outdoor lighting£9,000 Blinds£1,619 Oven£996 Bar stools£15,396 sofas£3,925 Sofa bedsWHAT HE’S PAID FOR ALREADY£1,059,717 for his and Lauryn’s legal fees£2.4 million house in Sussex for Lauryn£9,188 per month child maintenance for Kairo£7,000 per month child maintenance for Kinara£245,000 Lauryn’s legal fees for financial hearing relating to Kinara 2024£48,000 new wardrobes at Lauryn’s home£52,164 new blinds and curtains£9,115 CCTV cameras£5,651 burglar alarm£30,000 ‘Wish list’ for Kinara£27,000 ‘Maternity’ nanny for Kinara£16,678 to secure the nanny£5,590 per month for childcare costs£10,000 property management fund£75,000 furnishing fund£28,000 replacement gates for the house£10,000 Kairo’s fourth birthday party£73,000 Premium bonds and an ISA for Kairo£40,840 To clear some of Lauryn’s debtsHowever, she allowed Kyle to spend a couple of hours on Christmas Day with her and their four sons before going to training.Manchester City played against Everton on Boxing Day, but left fans disappointed with a 1-1 draw.Animated Kinara pointed to the sky as the family enjoyed their walkCredit: SplashKyle with his estranged wife AnnieLauryn pulled up Kairo’s jacket as it slipped off his shoulderCredit: SplashHe missed out son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year — despite promising friends to do the ‘right thing’Credit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91She leaned in to nuzzle noses with one-year=old KinaraCredit: Splash More

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    Man City love rat Kyle Walker did not give Christmas gifts to his children with Lauryn Goodman despite £27m fortune

    FOOTIE ace Kyle Walker did not send Christmas gifts to his two kids with Lauryn Goodman.The Man City star, 34, worth an estimated £27million, missed out son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year despite promising friends he’d do the “right thing”.Lauryn Goodman feels let down by Kyle Walker, say mutual palsCredit: AlamyWalker missed out son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year — despite promising friends to do the ‘right thing’Credit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91Annie and Kyle spent Christmas Day together despite her filing for divorce in OctoberCredit: InstagramA source close to Kyle said: ‘He provides for the children financially’Credit: AlamyIt has left Lauryn feeling the humbug spirit, say sources.One said: “All of their mutual friends have talked to Kyle.“They feel really upset for the children and for Lauryn who is always trying to do right by their kids.“They were hoping Kyle would put aside his differences for the sake of the children.Read More on Sport“But to leave them with nothing to open for another year is just really sad.”Chaos broke out last Christmas between Lauryn, Kyle and his then- pregnant wife Annie.Lauryn broke the news of her second child with Kyle on December 27 in a text to Annie — leading to a huge public feud.Kyle later admitted he’d lied to both women and moved out of the family home in Cheshire.Most read in FootballAnnie filed for divorce this October and is preparing to seek half his fortune. It comes after The Sun revealed Kyle spent a couple of hours on Christmas Day with Annie and their four sons before going to training.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner files for divorce and gears up to fight for star’s £27m fortuneLauryn became pregnant while Kyle was on a break from Annie in 2019 and Kairo was born the following year. He and Annie rebuilt their relationship and got married in 2021.Kyle and Lauryn stayed in touch, started to spend time together and had days out with Kairo, and then briefly rekindled their relationship before Kinara was conceived.The source added: “Kyle told mutual friends that the kids would get gifts this year. “They still believe he will do the right thing and some will be delivered in the New Year to show them Kyle does care.”A source close to Kyle said: “He provides for the children financially.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He’s never been a part of Lauryn’s Christmas celebrations with the children. “There’s no reason this year would be any different.” More

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    Ex-Brazil striker Hulk to marry his ex-wife’s NIECE in huge beachfront wedding ceremony

    EX-BRAZIL striker Hulk has organised a beachfront wedding ceremony to marry his ex-wife’s niece.According to Portal Leodias, Hulk is due to marry Camila Angelo in December after they already tied the knot at a civil ceremony in 2020.Hulk poses with his wife Camila AngeloCredit: NewsflashCamila is the niece of Hulk’s ex-wifeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/ClJeod9LceX/Hulk’s former wife Iran, left, pictured with her niece CamilaThe footballer was previously married to Camila’s aunt, Iran Angelo, with the couple together for 12 years.They have three children together; sons Ian and Tiago, and a daughter, Alice, who are already cousins to his new wife.Hulk stunned many in 2020 when he married Camila following the end of his 12-year relationship with Iran.Now their wedding ceremony is set to take place on a beach on the coast of Paraiba.READ MORE IN footballThe couple welcomed their second child, Aisha, into the world in June after daughter Zaya was born in April 2022.Hulk scored 11 goals in 49 games for Brazil between 2009 and 2021 and was part of the Confederations Cup-winning squad in 2013.At club level be came a star Porto between 2008 and 2012, which included him a Europa League and four league medals.The 38-year-old also enjoyed spells with Zenit St Petersburg in Russia and Shanghai SIPG.Most read in FootballReports of Hulk and Camila’s relationship emerged in December 2019, just five months after his marriage with Iran ended.The couple married in September 2020 while Hulk was still playing in China for Shanghai SIPG following his split from the mother of his three other children – two sons and a daughter.It is believed Hulk told his family about his relationship with Camila in December 2019 – including his children.Watch ex-Brazil star Hulk incredibly miss from a yard out with chance that was easier to score for Atletico Mineiro More

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    ‘It’s bulls**t, we’re not cool’: Chris Eubank Jr reveals he no longer speaks to his dad ahead of Conor Benn grudge clash

    CHRIS EUBANK JR has laid bare the heartbreaking state of his relationship with his father, who he’s claimed has shown “no interest” in him or his career for “a long time.”Eubank Sr, 58, was a driving force in the early stages of his son’s boxing career and a charismatic ever-present at his fights.Chris Eubank Sr was an initial driving force in the boxing career of his son, Chris Eubank JrCredit: GETTYThe middle and super-middleweight champ was once an ever-present in his son’s cornerCredit: GETTYBut the pair have become distant in recent yearsCredit: GETTYEubank Jr has claimed his father hasn’t taken in an interest in him for a ‘long period of time’Credit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTDBut the former WBO middleweight and super-middleweight champion’s relationship with his namesake has become strained in recent years.The pair’s relationship, or lack thereof, will come further under the microscope whenever Eubank Jr finally shares the ring with Conor Benn, the son of his old man’s bitter rival Nigel Benn.Having his father in his corner for the historic domestic dust-up would be a dream for Jr, who said during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show: “I would love for him to be involved.”The fact that I even have to say that is insane, how is that even a thing?READ MORE ON EUBANK JR”That his son is going to fight the son of his arch nemesis all those years ago when he was a world champion.”How was it a thing that he may not be there? But, it’s a thing, we don’t talk.”He has shown no interest in my career for a long period of time now, he’s shown no interest in me in a long period of time.”Eubank Jr, 35, reaches out to his father “every once in a while” but claims to receive nothing but blunt responses.Most read in BoxingHe said: “Sometimes he, you know, it’ll be a one-word answer or an Instagram post but there’s no real conversation there.”It’s sad but, I’m my own man and I’ve got massive things on my plate, in my path that I have to complete, I have to succeed in.I was gang enforcer that lived in £1m mansion before becoming boxer “So I can’t let anything like that affect me spiritually, mentally, emotionally, I have to be strong, I have to be focused.”Once my career is done, then I can try, you know, spend time worrying about other people’s feelings but for right now, it’s all systems go man. I’ve gotta be me.”Jr is still trying to come to terms with why his father has opted to distance himself from himself and the rest of his siblings.He said: “As somebody who’s lost a son, I think that that’s a pretty insane thing to be doing.”An insane way to be acting, to kind of not be speaking to, you know, your remaining kids.”But, he’s his own man, he’s dealing with his situation how he thinks he should and all I can do is sit and wait and hope that he comes around at some point.”But I can’t tell you if that will happen any time soon.”The fractured nature of his relationship with his dad is something Jr initially played down in a bid to avoid any further friction.But the IBO middleweight champion is DONE holding his tongue for the sake of keeping up appearances.He said: “For a long time, I kind of tried to act like it was cool,” he added. “People would ask me, ‘How’s your Dad?’READ MORE SUN STORIES”‘Yeah, we’re good.’ But I got sick of that s**t, man. It’s bulls**t, we’re not cool, we’re not okay and people need to know.”Eubank battered Kamil Szeremeta last time out in Saudi on the Bivol vs Beterbiev undercard, stopping the Pole in the seventh round after four knockdowns.Chris Eubank Jr would love to have his dad in the corner for his eventual grudge match against Conor BennCredit: GETTY More