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      Harry Kane pictured training with Bayern days after 3 of his kids were saved by hero nanny in three-car smash

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      HARRY Kane was pictured training with Bayern Munich just days after three of his kids were saved by a hero nanny in a car crash.The striker’s children were “lightly injured” in a three-vehicle accident outside Munich on Monday afternoon.Harry Kane was pictured training with Bayern Munich just days after his kids were in a car crashCredit: GettyThe striker’s children were ‘lightly injured’ in a three-vehicle accident outside MunichCredit: Hohenschäftlarn volunteer fire departmentKane’s three kids were taken to hospital as a precaution – but the ex-Spurs striker confirmed everyone was ‘fine’Credit: Instagram @katekanexThe England captain was in London ahead of his side’s 2-2 Champions League quarter-final first leg against Arsenal.Kane, 30, played and scored in Tuesday night’s game — the day after the crash.Bild published images of an accident between three cars, including a van carrying his children and bodyguard.Three of Kane’s children – Louis three, Vivienne, five, and Ivy, seven – were travelling in the Mercedes and were taken to hospital as a precaution.Read more Sports NewsAnd a British nanny was praised for saving footie star Kane’s children.A young driver in a Renault cut across their people carrier to turn into a junction — crunching into its front and sending both ­vehicles spinning towards an oncoming Land Rover Defender.Despite its airbags being triggered, the nanny calmly brought the £100,000 Mercedes to a halt, steering clear of the out-of-control Renault and avoiding careering into the 4×4.The quick-thinking nanny, 24, was said to be “left terrified”.Most read in FootballA source told The Sun: “The Kane’s nanny did an incredible job of protecting the children.”None of this is her fault. She might be on German roads, but she had right-of-way.A British nanny has been hailed a hero after averting disaster during a car crash when she drove Harry Kane’s children”It was the German driver who cut across her path and smashed into her. She would only have had milliseconds to react.”You can see from the pictures it was a serious smash, but the Kane children would have felt nothing other than a bang. She really has averted disaster.”Local fire chief Daniel Buck said the family’s people carrier “had a lot of damage”.He added: “The good news was nobody had really strong injuries, more minor injuries typical for a car accident.”Thank God nobody was really injured. It was really lucky for all.”The Renault driver, a 20-year-old woman, could be punished with a fine of as little as £150.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe could have been charged with “negligent assault” and, if anyone had been injured, faced up to three years behind bars.Kane’s wife Katie, 31, and their ­youngest child Henry, seven months, were not in the car.Kane at Saebener Strasse training ground yesterdayCredit: GettyThe driver, 20, who crashed into Kane’s kids is said to be facing a fine of £100Credit: GettyThe young motorist smashed into a black Mercedes Vito while trying to turn onto a motorway slip roadCredit: Hohenschäftlarn volunteer fire departmentKane’s side drew 2-2 with Arsenal on Tuesday in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finalCredit: GettyInside Harry and Katie’s life in ‘Germany’s Hollywood’BEFORE finding their perfect family home, Harry and his clan had been staying in Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, one of Munich’s most prestigious and exclusive hotels.
      The five-star resort is frequented by celebs and footballers, costing an eye-watering £10,000 per night to stay.
      Located 7.5 miles (12km) southwest of central Munich, Grünwald is a popular spot for Bayern players as it is only a 15-minute drive from the club’s training ground.
      Kane is also joining the current Bayern squad living there; Alphonso Davies, Matthijs de Ligt, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Benjamin Pavard and Leroy Sane.
      And Katie could also rub shoulders with a new group of WAG pals including Anika Bissel, the partner of Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Peter Neuer.
      There’s also Leroy Sane’s wife Candice Brook, a US model, TV personality and singer, and Mathea Fischer, the partner of Leon Goretzka.
      The area is known as the “Bavarian Hollywood”, and it is Germany’s wealthiest municipality.
      A source previously told MailOnline: “Grünwald is the Bavarian Beverly Hills. It’s the home of the rich and famous and offers the very best in luxury mansions.
      “I can assure you that the Kane family will be in one of them and will enjoy their new life here.”
      The family have a variety of high-end restaurants and eateries in the area.
      They include Chang, a Michelin guide-listed Asian restaurant, which offers pick ‘n’ mix style sushi for £100, caviar for £450 and ribeye steak for £40.
      Another Bayern star hotspot is Hugo’s, which specialises in truffle pizza and pasta.
      There are also plenty of International schools for the Kanes to choose from for their new little one, including the International Preschool Munich, which has fees of up to £975 per week.  More

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      Watch tense moment AC Milan star Rafael Leao blasts ‘do your job’ at journalist after Europa League clash

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      AC MILAN star Rafael Leao was involved in a heated blast with a journalist following AC Milan’s Europa League loss to Roma. The Italian giants were beaten by their league rivals 1-0 in the quarter-final first leg at the San Siro. Rafael Leao was involved in a heated blast with a journalistCredit: calciomercatoitLeao was captured walking past the mix zone following the loss when he told a reporter: “Do your job well.”It is unknown what caused the Portuguese star’s outburst. Leao was taken off along with ex-Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic in a tactical decision manager Stefano Pioli was forced to defend. He said: “Pulisic and Leao have confidence. Players like them, even on a difficult evening, can make an important play. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I made the changes when I thought it was right.” Pioli recently raised eyebrows when he gave a bizarre response when asked if Leao and Theo Hernandez were back to their best. He said: “Yes. Out of necessity Theo had made himself available to play as a central defender and in my opinion he did it brilliantly.“On the wing they hear each other, they smell each other, they know each other, they kiss each other, I kiss them too when they score a goal.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe added: “I think Theo had difficulty last year in getting over the disappointment of the World Cup final, the fatigue of the World Cup in that period.“This year when we restarted the season I found him to be very positive, very proactive.’That’s you out for Soccer Aid then’, say fans as Michael Owen tripped up his own dog in hilarious footage “He has become a leader of this team, he doesn’t talk much.“The games he played as a central defender made him understand how much more attentive and active he can be in the defensive phase.“He has such great potential that he absolutely must continue like this.” More

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      ISIS issues chilling threat to Euro 2024 as German cops bust four teen terror suspects planning molotov & knife rampage

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      GERMAN police have arrested a warped cell of four teenage terror suspects planning an ISIS rampage with knives and molotov cocktails.It comes as security officials prepare for a possible ISIS attack on the Euro games in Germany this summer.Germany is on high alert ahead of ISIS threats to this summer’s EurosCredit: AlamyArmed cops outside a stadium in GermanyCredit: GettyA twisted ISIS poster shows an armed terrorist about to exit a German trainCredit: ISISA packed stadium in Dortmund, Germany this weekCredit: GettyFour young boys and girls were arrested near Dusseldorf by police after they discovered the group’s horrific plans, Bild reports.Investigators were appalled to find the teens, aged just 15-16, were in possession of a machete and dagger and were texting on a group chat about attacking German cities.Just days ago ISIS issued a disturbing threat to the Champions League matches held in London, Madrid and Paris.It’s warped PR arm sent out a poster which read “kill them all”, sparking major security operations at each stadium.A mammoth security operation was launched across Europe with armed cops, prowling bomb dogs and elite anti-terror units.While the games went ahead without a hitch, security officials in Germany have now been placed on high alert ahead of this summer’s major championship games.ISIS magazine Voice of Khorasan released a particularly disturbing issue filled with calls to action for extremists around the world.German officials believe they were directed at the upcoming UEFA tournament, Bild reports.Most read in FootballChilling graphics inside the publication included one of a terrorist holding a gun, kitted out in camouflage gear and poised to exit a German train.Next to him are signs that read: “Welcome to Europe” and “Last call before exit”.On the seat in front of him is a box of explosives.SITE Intelligence, which monitors global terrorist activity, also reported a pro-ISIS cell calling for drone strikes on the Champions League stadiums this week.An ISIS graphic showed a drone flying over the Madrid stadium with the caption: “If they constrict and oppress you on the ground, then strike them from the sky”.Text in the terrifying magazine reads: “Run over the kuffar (non-believers) with your vehicle, stab them with knives, fill their food with poison, blow out their brains with bullets, and set their houses on fire.”German officials believe ISIS-K, who carried out Europe’s deadliest Islamic extremist attack in Moscow just weeks ago, have a significant presence in Europe.They reportedly have a network of more than 100 agents in western Europe with 50 in Germany alone.One security official told Bild: “(This propaganda piece) shows that the ISPK absolutely wants to carry out sensational attacks, no matter how and by whom. “To this end, all potential attackers, including self-radicalised individual perpetrators, so-called lone wolves, are now being called upon to carry out attacks.”Some of the recent ISIS messaging has been aimed at young people in particular – like those in Germany this week.READ MORE SUN STORIESDortmund, Dusseldorf and Cologne were all floated as possible locations for the disturbing teen attack but no ironclad plan came of it before their arrest.The current terror threat level in Germany assumes an attack is “very likely”.Armed cops in London, Madrid and Paris were placed on high alert this week for the Championship League quarter-finals More

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      Liverpool and West Ham’s Europa League defeats at huge risk of costing Premier League fifth Champions League spot

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      SPURS fans may be secretly hoping for Arsenal to BEAT Bayern Munich next week – to keep the fifth Champions League spot safety valve alive.England had been favourite to claim one of the two extra spots in the competition following the Champions League quarter final first legs.Liverpool’s 3-0 defeat to Atalanta has left England’s hopes of an extra Champions League spot in tattersCredit: GettyWest Ham’s 2-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen has handed Germany an advantageCredit: PABut Liverpool’s humiliating 0-3 home defeat by Atalanta, coupled with Leverkusen’s two late goals against West Ham, changed the equation.It allowed Germany to push past England into second spot in the coefficient table.And unless the Anfield side can pull off one of the great European comebacks or the Hammers turn around their tie at the London Stadium, it may require an Arsenal win in Bavaria to keep England’s hope of an extra place in the Champions League on track.Tuesday’s draws for Arsenal and Manchester City against Bayern and Real Madrid respectively saw England nudge level with Germany in this season’s coefficient table and ahead when last season’s results were then taken into account as a tie-breaker.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut while Aston Villa’s narrow 2-1 home win over Lille in the Conference League was a boost, the two Europa League games represented massive blows to England’s chances of earning one of the two extra spots for the best performing countries.Every win, draw and round progression by a team adds to a country’s total, which is then divided by the number of clubs involved at the start of the competition.But it means that any wins by German sides are worth more than those by the Prem teams.That’s because the Bundesliga had only seven representatives across the three competitions at the start of the season, compared to the eight English sides.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAhead of the second leg ties next week, Germany has created space above England in the seasonal table – while Italy now looks certain to be confirmed as getting the first extra place.But if Arsenal can win in the Allianz Arena, alongside a City victory over Madrid at the Etihad and Villa avoiding defeat in France, England would edge back in front and be in the box seat.Liverpool 0 Atalanta 3- Jurgen Klopp’s Treble dream in tatters as Reds are humiliated in Europa League quarter-finalBut a Bayern win and Leverkusen avoiding defeat – unless Liverpool do something incredible in Bergamo – would then require City to both beat Madrid next week and eliminate Munich in the semis before triumphing at Wembley in June.And with Liverpool’s likely exit making Leverkusen front-runners to lift the Europa League, Villa would need to at least reach the Conference League Final for there to be any realistic chance of England leapfrogging Germany.English teams in EuropeQuarter-final, first-leg results:

      Real Madrid 3 Man City 3 (Champions League)

      Arsenal 2 Bayern Munich 2 (Champions League)

      Liverpool 0 Atalanta 3 (Europa League)

      Bayer Leverkusen 2 West Ham 0 (Europa League)

      Aston Villa 2 Lille 1 (Europa Conference League) More

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      My dad was a footballer who scored against Man Utd in Champions League – I’m making my own way playing at The Masters

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      FROM scoring Champions League goals to teeing off at The Masters – there are sports genes in the Pavon family.Michel Pavon is a former French footballer, who played for the likes of Toulouse and Bordeaux.Michel Pavon’s son is playing at The MastersCredit: EPAPavon Snr [right] played for Bordeaux and scored versus Man UtdCredit: EPAHis son Matthieu Pavon is a pro golferCredit: GettyThe 55-year-old made 378 Ligue 1 appearances during his lengthy career and won the division title in 1999.Pavon Sr also starred in the Champions League for Bordeaux and scored against Manchester United in a 2-1 defeat 24 years ago.The midfielder found the back of the net against Sir Alex Ferguson’s iconic Treble-winning side from distance after poor goalkeeping from Raimond van der Gouw.After hanging up his boots, he went on to manage Bordeaux for two seasons from 2003.READ MORE IN GOLFPavon Sr married golf coach Beatrice, with the couple’s son choosing the fairway over the football pitch.And Matthieu is now competing at The Masters.Pavon Jr is the current world No25 and he secured his maiden PGA Tour title at the Farmers Insurance Open earlier this year.It was the first event won by a Frenchman since 1907.Most read in GolfCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe 31-year-old makes his debut at Augusta this year, having made just two appearances at majors before.And it turns out that the Pavon family have even more links to sport as granddad Ignacio Pavon was a footballer for Marseille in the 1960s.Eight ways you can play golf at the Augusta National course that hosts MastersMASTERS 2024 LIVE More

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      Watch Real Madrid’s former Chelsea star Antonio Rudiger appear to pinch Jack Grealish’s NIPPLE in unseen footage

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      REAL MADRID defender Antonio Rudiger appeared to pinch Manchester City winger Jack Grealish during Tuesday’s Champions League clash.Both players started for their respective teams at the Santiago Bernabeu earlier this week.Antonio Rudiger appeared to pinch Jack Grealish’s chestCredit: X/nocontextfootyGrealish appeared to wince in pain but quickly laughed it offCredit: X/nocontextfootyBut during the match fans noticed a bizarre moment between them.While marking Grealish, the German defender appeared to PINCH his chest.Grealish initially winced in pain, but quickly laughed it off before the game continued.Fans took to X to react, with one person writing: “Grealish has Madrid rattled.”Read More in FootballAnother commented: “Rudiger is a massive troll.”While a third praised Grealish for taking it on the chin, adding: “I really like Grealish’s attitude, the guy laughs instead of making trouble.”The thrilling quarter-final first-leg tie between Real Madrid and Man City ended 3-3 with nothing separating the two sides ahead of next week’s match at the Etihad Stadium.Bernardo Silva opened the scoring after just two minutes, but Los Blancos turned the game on its head before the 15-minute mark.Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPhil Foden equalised in the 66th minute before Josko Gvardiol netted his first City goal to give Pep Guardiola’s side the advantage.Federico Valverde then levelled the score once again in the final stages with an outstanding volley.How does Gareth Southgate solve Phil Foden dilemma, with Jack Grealish possibly missing out on Euro 2024After the match, Guardiola said: “Fantastic goals for all three [of City’s] and Valverde as well. We were unfortunate for the deflections but it’s football.”What I liked most is how we played in the second half, 2-1 down playing here without much composure.”They are so dangerous on transitions and could score more goals but we controlled the game really well.”One of the key points in these games is being stable emotionally. It’s fundamental. Take the good moments and be stable in the bad moments.”It’s Madrid, it’s special. We go 2-3 but here it is never over. We take the result – in one week [on Wednesday] in Manchester it will be sold out and our people will help us to score one goal and we will do the rest. We will try to reach the semi-final.” More

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      Premier League clubs blasted for ‘ludicrously’ introducing new technology AFTER next season starts

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      PREM clubs have been blasted for their “ludicrous” decision to bring in semi-automated offside technology AFTER next season has started.The 20 top-flight sides yesterday unanimously voted to back refs’ chief Howard Webb’s recommendation to use the new system — which will slash the time on VAR offside calls.Prem clubs have voted to bring in semi-automated offside technologyCredit: TNT SportsThe decision was labelled ‘ludicrous’Credit: TNT SportsBut the limb-tracking cameras will NOT be ready for the August Prem kick-off.And ex-Prem ref Mark Halsey insists the clubs have scored an embarrassing own goal, fuming: “It’s ludicrous we are not bringing this in from day one next season.“The Premier League is awash with money and it needs to be operational for every match. “It’s got to be ready for the season kick-off. We can’t bring it in four, five or six weeks into the season as that will question the competition’s integrity. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”If it’s not ready, then wait until 2025-26.”The new SAOT system — which sees the Prem follow Fifa and Uefa’s lead — will not be used until after one of the three autumn international breaks in September, October and November.That allows an agreement over the right provider and the roll-out of the camera tech across the 20 grounds.Halsey added: “SAOT should have been introduced at the start of last season to follow on from the World Cup and the Champions League.Most read in Football“The clubs didn’t vote for it but the stakeholders of the League should have been working on it during the winter. What have they been waiting for?What are semi-automated offsides?
      PREMIER LEAGUE clubs have voted in the use of semi-automated offsides from the 2024-25 season.
      The technology tracks 29 different points on the body of every player.
      Together with a chip in the football, the tech then can produce almost instantaneous decisions, even on the tightest of calls.
      These are then visualised with computer-generated 3D images which clearly show the offence on a screen for fans watching the broadcast from home.
      Referees on the pitch will need to step in and intervene if the offside call is subjective – ie the player in an offside position does not touch the ball.
      Here’s how it works:

      Each ground will have up to 12 special cameras with limb-tracking technology.
      These will focus on 29 goal-scoring body parts from every player on the pitch and will record their position 50 times per second.
      During the World Cup in Qatar, the microchip in the ball sent back data points 500 times every second to determine the  precise instant it was played by an attacker OR a defender
      That allowed the computer technology to alert the VAR that a player was in an offside position when the ball was played
      But all decisions were then checked to ensure the attacker was interfering with play
      The average time for an offside call in Qatar was cut to 25 seconds per incident
      In future, a 3D animation will “show” the decision to fans in the stadium and via broadcasters, and this will be available by the next stoppage in play after the decision.

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“The Prem is the best in the world but we always seem to be behind. I’ve been championing SAOT for a few years.“We have seen too much controversy over offsides and the length of time taken. It’s great the change is finally being made.”Haaland slapped by referee during Man City’s clash with Real Madrid More

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      Unemployed Premier League icon watches Liverpool’s mauling to Atalanta as he searches for next manager job

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      RAFA BENITEZ watched Liverpool sink to a shock 3-0 hammering against Atalanta as he looks for his next managerial job. The Spaniard spent six years at Anfield, famously guiding them to the Champions League trophy in 2005. Rafa Benitez watched Liverpool sink to a shock 3-0 hammering against AtalantaCredit: PAHis last role was with Celta Vigo but he was sacked in March following a horror run of results and eight months in charge. Benitez is still looking for a new venture and was recently a shock candidate linked with replacing England boss Gareth Southgate. Liverpool are also recruiting for a new manager following Jurgen Klopp’s shock announcement that he will leave in the summer. Currently, Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim leads the race to succeed amid reports he has reached an agreement with Liverpool. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSky Sports Germany have reported that Amorim, who has impressed as boss of Sporting, is pushing for a move to join Liverpool.The 39-year-old is said to be willing and able to pen a deal that would see him stay at Anfield until at least 2027.However, nothing is set in stone and negotiations with current club Sporting are still yet to take place, meaning the deal could still hit a stumbling block.And Liverpool denied any agreement being reached. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Portuguese coach’s deal in Lisbon currently runs until 2026 and is believed to have a release clause of £25m.However, it has been suggested that figure would drop down to a more affordable £17m for clubs outside of Portugal.Awkward moment Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp confronts journalist in press conferenceLiverpool are said to be hopeful that they can further drive down that fee to a figure of around £8.5m.Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi, German boss Julian Nagelsmann and Klopp’s No2 Pep Lijnders are other names in the frame. Liverpool next manager candidates

      Ruben Amorim

      Currently in charge at Sporting Lisbon and linked with top clubs in Europe

      Roberto De Zerbi

      Brighton’s manager who is linked with a big move next after transforming the Prem club

      Julian Nagelsmann

      Former Bundesliga winner with Bayern currently in charge of Germany

      Pep Lijnders

      Klopp’s trusted No2 with a link to Liverpool and the squad

      Ange Postecoglou

      Turned Spurs into a front-foot side chasing Champions League football

      Thomas Tuchel

      Champions League winner with Chelsea available next summer having announced his departure at Bayern

      Xabi Alonso

      Linked with the Liverpool and Bayern roles despite announcing he will remain at Bayer Leverkusen

      Steven Gerrard

      Liverpool legend and Scottish Prem winner with Rangers, currently in Saudi with Al-Ettifaq More