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    England star Morgan Gibbs-White gets engaged to stunning partner Britney after romantic Lake Como proposal

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    Meet the glamorous Soccer Aid WAGs… from Emmerdale star to lads mag legend and boxer’s wife who terrifies her husband

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    Kieran Trippier parties with two mystery blondes as star’s wife consults lawyers over their troubled marriage

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    Germany legend Lothar Matthaus, 64, repeatedly spotted with stunning model ‘girlfriend’, 26, after fifth divorce

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    Kate Abdo and Albanian Laura Woods steal the show at glamorous event as CBS Sports star is joined by husband Malik Scott

    KATE ABDO and Eva Murati stole the show at a glamorous CBS Sports event.The pair were pictured at the Sofascore Player of the Season award ceremony, in Zadar, Croatia, produced by CBS.Kate Abdo stole the show at a glamorous CBS Sports event in CroatiaCredit: SofascoreShe was pictured alongside her equally dazzling husband, Malik ScottCredit: SofascoreThe CBS presenter was in town to present the SofaScore Player of the Season awardCredit: SofascoreThe ‘Albanian Laura Woods’, Eva Murati, also stunned at the eventCredit: SofascoreShe dropped jaws in a glamorous blue dressCredit: SofascoreBut she was also in town to interview some of the big stars presentCredit: SofascoreKate was joined by CBS colleague Peter SchmeichelCredit: SofascoreAbdo, 43, was accompanied by her husband and boxer, Malik Scott.She was seen in striking white dress and heels while Scott, 44, wore a snazzy chequered black and white shirt paired with a hat.Their relationship was first revealed on air by CBS co-stars Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher in 2023 before they officially announced they had tied the knot in 2024.Peter Schmeichel, who works as a pitchside reporter for the broadcaster, also joined her at the event in a black suit and trousers paired with white trainers.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey were in attendance to present the event, with Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah being crowned the Player of the Season at the glitzy bash.Meanwhile, Murati, dubbed the Albanian Laura Woods, stunned in a silky blue dress and platform heels.The Champions League host, 30, has been a regular feature anchoring Europe’s elite club competition for Vizion Plus and Tring TV since 2017.She started working as a television presenter at the age of 18.Most read in FootballAnd at the event she was seen interviewing some figureheads of the sport.The bash itself was directed by multiple Emmy award-winning Pete Radovich.Awkward moment UFC icon Khabib Nurmagomedov snubs Kate Scott’s handshake for religious reasons live on TVOn the award, Sofascore’s director of marketing, Branimir Karacic, said: “The Player of the Season Show is not just a celebration of the best footballers of the season.”It’s a statement of what we believe in – that performance on the pitch, supported by statistical data, deserves global recognition.”Our Sofascore Rating is already a go-to standard for evaluating individual quality, and the fact that the show was produced by CBS, under the creative direction of Pete Radovich, gives the entire project even more weight.” More

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    Heartbreak for England legend as wife dies after ‘several months’ battling with illness

    LADY Hilkka Brooking, the beloved wife of Club legend Sir Trevor, has died after battling with illness for “several months”.The couple were married for 55 years with Lady Hilkka becoming a regular visitor to West Ham United fixtures home and away.Hilkka Brooking, the beloved wife of Club legend Sir Trevor, has died after battling with illness for ‘several months’Credit: AlamySir Trevor Brooking and his wife Hilkka Brooking watching West Ham United at Molineux StadiumCredit: AlamyThe pair were married for 55 yearsCredit: AFPRemembering his much-loved wife Sir Trevor thanked fans for their “kind” messages and thoughts. She “stood by his side” when Sir Trevor was a player during his illustrious career and then in his role as an ambassador of English football.In an emotional tribute he said: “I want to thank people for their kind messages and thoughts.“Hilkka loved coming to West Ham United matches and always wanted the Club to do well.”Read more on SportIn a heartfelt message shared on the club’s site, joint-Chairman David Sullivan remembered Hilkka as a “popular figure” in the Boardroom.Joint-Chairman David Sullivan added: “We are all extremely sad to hear the news of Lady Hilkka’s passing. “Hilkka was a hugely popular figure in the Boardroom and throughout the Club, always by Sir Trevor’s side and a passionate supporter of West Ham United. “She will be greatly missed by everyone here.”Most read in FootballSir Trevor joined West Ham as a youth player in 1965 before making his senior debut a couple of years later.His illustrious career playing for the Upton Park team saw him make over 600 appearances and score more than 100 goals before retiring in 1984.Post-retirement he picked up a role at the BBC as a broadcaster and was later appointed to the Sports Council.Brooking’s name however, will be forever remembered for West Ham’s historic FA Cup 1-0 win against Arsenal in 1980.His contributions to the game have seen him receive a knighthood, OBE and MBE. On being knighted he told the BBC: “This is a wonderful honour and a huge privilege. My family and I are very excited by the news,”My whole life has been about sport, as a footballer, as a broadcaster and as an administrator.”When you look at some of the other people from football who have been knighted I feel privileged to be in the same company.Read More on The Sun”This is not something me or my family could have envisaged when I was growing up in the East End.”There are some great names there, but I am also conscious that the honour is really for my Sport England work.”Hilkka often attended matches with her husbandCredit: AlamyHilkka stood by her husband throughout his illustrious career as a player and football ambassadorCredit: Alamy More

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    Wanda Nara, 38, ‘dating PSG star and most eligible bachelor, 26,’ who was team-mates with ex-husband Mauro Icardi

    MAURO ICARDI’s ex-wife Wanda Nara has reportedly found a new man – and he used to be team-mates with her former husband.The 38-year-old married Icardi in 2014 but endured multiple break-ups and reconciliations.Wanda Nara has reportedly found love after her split from Mauro Icardi (pictured)Credit: Instagram @mauroicardiThe super WAG was in attendance at the CL final and sent out this snap to her 17.5m followersCredit: instagram @wanda_naraWanda has been single since splitting from Icardi last yearCredit: INSTAGRAMNara and the Galatasaray striker finally split for good last summer.And after a spell of enjoying single life, Nara has been linked with a new flame. The Wag-turned-agent was in Munich last Saturday to watch the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan.Spanish journalist Yani Latorre claims Nara is seeing PSG’s “most eligible bachelor” Achraf Hakimi, 26, – a former team-mate of Icardi.READ MORE ON SPORTLAM host Yani Latorre claimed, via the Daily Star: “I have the name of the PSG player [Nara is dating].”He’s PSG’s most eligible bachelor. She knows him from Mauricio’s time at PSG.”It seems she is with Hakimi.”Wanda stayed where the PSG players and their families are [in Munich]. She participated in the intimate celebration at the hotel. Most read in Football”[She] was recording for MTV in Italy. They sent her a plane ticket, a hotel reservation, and a ticket to the stadium – someone from PSG.”Nara took over the duties of her husband’s agent, and helped mastermind a loan move from Inter Milan to PSG in 2019. Wanda Nara risks Instagram ban as Mauro Icardi’s ex-wife poses naked to promote new singleThe couple announced they had split in 2022, only to get back together.But last summer, Nara opened up about the end of their relationship, with the pair now heading for divorce.Nara told America TV: “For personal and health reasons, I tried once more, but it didn’t work. Let everyone talk. I’ve saved my silence for the last. “I know how hard endings are and what they cost. There are things on TV and the internet that aren’t true, but I accept it as part of the bad and who I am.Nara has been linked with PSG star Achraf Hakimi – a former teammate of IcardiCredit: Getty”I decided to end it, but Mauro and I will still be a family. It wasn’t a mistake to try more when there was love. “I regret nothing. These years were the best of my life, but now I must be alone.”There is no villain or third party. Our relationship was always stronger than it seemed from the outside. “My priority has always been my children, and now more than ever. Thank you for your respect.”Hakimi began his career at Real Madrid and is the captain of Morocco.He joined PSG in 2021 and has played 168 times for the Ligue 1 giants, scoring 23 goals.The star is currently single after divorcing ex-wife Hiba Abouk in 2023. Read More on The SunHakimi was married to the Spanish actress for three years.The couple have two sons, born in 2020 and 2022. Wanda has been single since splitting from Icardi last yearCredit: InstagramThe Argentine is a model and TV presenterCredit: InstagramShe boasts almost 18 million followers on Instagram aloneCredit: Instagram @wanda_naraWanda acted as Icardi’s agent during their time togetherCredit: Instagram @wandanara More

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    Former Premier League star Mark Bright marries Ian Wright’s estranged sister who MOTD pundit hasn’t spoken to in years

    MARK BRIGHT has married his former team-mate Ian Wright’s estranged sister Dionne.Bright, 62, formed an iconic strike partnership with Wright at Crystal Palace between 1986 and 1991.Mark Bright has married Ian Wright’s sister DionneCredit: Instagram / @markbright_The happy couple beam on their big dayCredit: Instagram / @markbright_Bright, 62, posted a trio of wedding snaps to InstagramCredit: Instagram / @markbright_Wright, 61, has had a strained relationship with Dionne due to a falling out over the ex-England forward’s second wife Nancy.Amid her sibling squabble, Dionne has now tied the knot with Bright.Posting a trio of stunning pictures from their wedding day, Bright wrote on Instagram: “A great end to the season and an even better start to the summer, thank you to all our family and friends who helped make our day so special.”We created some amazing memories at a great venue, with good people, good food, and good music.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBright signed off the post “D&M”.The Palace legend has received congratulations from several footie pals, including Andy Cole, Jeffrey Schlupp and Adebayo Akinfenwa.It is unclear whether Dionne has since mended her relationship with brother Ian.But in 2019, the ex-footballer revealed that he had not spoken to his estranged sister in 15 years.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKIan Wright spoke about his estranged sister in 2019Credit: ReutersBright and Wright formed an iconic strike partnership at Crystal PalaceCredit: Rex FeaturesAppearing on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! – Wright accused Dionne of being “selfish and vindictive” towards Nancy.The Arsenal legend said: “So what happens now? ‘I don’t like your vibe’ – Ian Wright calls out Paul Scholes in heated row over Arsenal”Mark Bright is somebody like a big brother and someone I respect who has guided me.”What will happen if they get married? Is she going to apologise before she walks up the aisle?“I want something to happen because my wife does not deserve to be treated like this. My sister has not found the decency to realise she should have ­apologised by now.“I haven’t spoken to my sister for 15 years. She was very ­disrespectful to my wife when we had just got together.“She ­obviously knew my ex-wife and my kids and so she felt like she had to take a side which I couldn’t ­understand, because I am her brother.”Wright married first wife Deborah in 1993, with the pair having two children together before splitting in 2004.He subsequently began a relationship with Nancy, with the pair tying the knot in 2011.’TOTALLY BLANKED HER’Appearing on The True Geordie podcast, Wright opened up on an incident between Dionne and Nancy during the filming of a Channel 4 programme.Wright said: “Nancy went to introduce herself and she totally blanked her in front of people, saying ­something about, ‘I have to be true to my niece and nephew.’”This happened when I was in the green room. So I came out and said to Nancy, ‘Where’s my sister?’Read More on The Sun”She said, ‘You understand what happened.’ When I went over to her I could feel the anger from my toes. I said, ‘As long as we live I don’t want to ever see you again. The only time I will speak to you is when you apologise to her.’“And she said, ‘I am not ­apologising to anyone.’ So I said, ‘That is good because I will never have to see you again.’”Wright married second wife Nancy in 2011Credit: Getty More