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    Jake Paul reveals he will donate his entire next fight purse to charity in bid to build more boxing gyms

    JAKE PAUL revealed he will donate his entire next fight purse to charity in a bid to build more boxing gyms. The YouTuber-turned boxer is due to return on March 2 on the undercard of Amanda Serrano’s Puerto Rico homecoming.
    Jake Paul launched Boxing Bullies in 2021Credit: @Boxingbullies
    No opponent has yet been announced but Paul has pledged to donate his purse to his charity foundation Boxing Bullies.
    He said: “The mission keeps on getting bigger and we’re gonna continue to renovate more gyms.
    “I’m actually going to be donating my entire fight purse to Boxing Bullies to renovate more gyms in Puerto Rico.”
    His business partner Nakisa Bidarian: “I just wanna repeat that right. He’s donating his entire purse to renovate gyms in Puerto Rico.”
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    Paul – who lives in a £13million mansion in Puerto Rico – in 2021 launched his charity in a bid to introduce boxing to a younger generation.
    And he revealed the next gym he renovates will be dedicated to boxing legend and seven-division champ Serrano.
    He said: “I don’t know if we can sneak preview that one of the gyms is going to be an Amanda Serrano gym.”
    Paul, 27, last February suffered the first defeat of his boxing career, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
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    But he bounced back with a points victory over ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, and a first-round knockout against Andre August.
    August, 35, was the first boxer that Paul has defeated on his record and came into the bout in December with a 10-1-1 record.
    But his next opponent is said to have a better ring resume with title belts to his name.
    Paul said: “He’s a professional boxer with an even better record that Andre August and there will be an announcement coming soon.
    “But again, it’s another step up in competition, he’s won regional titles etc.
    “Announcement will be coming soon but another step up in competition and continuing to challenge myself March 2nd.”
    Bidarian added that Paul’s next opponent will be confirmed and announced on January 30.
    Jake Paul ahead of his next fightCredit: Rex More

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    Sven Goran-Eriksson ready to accept ‘dream’ Liverpool role after fans’ incredible petition to grant ‘dying wish’

    SVEN GORAN-ERIKSSON has said he is willing to accept an offer of managing Liverpool for a charity match against Ajax.The former England boss, 75, confirmed last week that he is terminally ill and has one year to live “at best”.
    Sven said he would like to manage Liverpool in the charity gameCredit: GMB
    He was previously unaware of the offerCredit: GMB
    As part of his interview with P1, he revealed that he is a lifelong Liverpool fan and regrets never being able to manage them professionally.
    That caused Liverpool fans to launch a petition for Sven to manage the Reds in an upcoming charity match in March.
    The game will see Liverpool legends take on Ajax legends, and he was asked about the offer on Good Morning Britain today.
    Asked if he was aware of the petition, he said: “No, I didn’t know about that. I knew that I had a charity game in March, I think it is, and me and my son are invited to see that game and that might be great.
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    “There will be a lot of good football players there, but I should be their manager? No, I never heard that, I don’t know where that’s come from.
    GMB host Susanna Reid then asked if he would accept the role and he said: “I would accept, of course.
    “To coach Liverpool, that would be my dream. That’s always been my dream but I’m not complaining, I had a lot of good football teams, national teams and clubs so I’m happy.”
    Some of Eriksson’s former club teams include Lazio, Benfica, Manchester City and Leicester.
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    He led England for the 2002 and 2006 World Cup as well as Euro 2004.
    Eriksson has revealed that he want to live the rest of his life positively and lead an “as normal” life as possible despite his terminal diagnosis.
    He explained: “I have a lot of friends here in Sweden, of course, they’re coming to visit me.
    “I go out, having a coffee with them, a lunch with them, things like that. I try to be normal. I’m travelling a little bit less than I did before, but I’m still travelling.
    “I hope to come to England maybe to see England Brazil in March, that could be a game in the final of the World Cup but it is a friendly. We’ll see but I’m not complaining and I refuse to sit down and cry, feeling sorry about myself.” More

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    Stunning referee Claudia Romani flashes bum in skimpy Christmas outfit as she tries to raise money for abandoned cats

    REFEREE Claudia Romani kept up the Christmas spirit as she raised money for charity in her latest sexy post.Claudia, who is a Serie A qualified official, got her kit off on Instagram… then encouraged her fans to open their hearts with a charitable donation for her cat charity.
    Claudia Romani got fans in a merry mood with her latest postCredit: Instagram/@Claudia Romani

    Claudia shared snaps of her in Christmas attireCredit: Instagram/@Claudia Romani

    Claudia posted the snaps with the intention to raise money for her non-profit HelpMiamiCats charityCredit: Instagram/@Claudia Romani

    The 41-year-old asked fans to kindly donate to her non-profit organisation HelpMiamiCats, which feeds more than 200 homeless moggies in the US city.
    She posted a collection of snaps of herself wearing a skimpy Christmas Santa outfit to advertise the fund.
    Claudia could be seen in a dark green hat and top combo.
    She then turned around and flashed her bum before showing off her cleavage while laying on a bed.
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    Taking to the comments, enamoured fans were loving her festive attire.
    One fan said: “Sexy hottie.”
    A second said: “Spectacular and super sexy.”
    A third said: “Always beautiful and amazing photos.”
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    Claudia could be seen wearing a green Santa hat and topCredit: Instagram/@Claudia Romani

    She also flashed her bum in the postCredit: Instagram/@Claudia Romani

    Another said: “Really gorgeous.”
    While others replied with a host of heart and love-eye emojis.
    Claudia has worked with modelling companies such as Playboy, GQ and Cosmopolitan.
    Other modelling exploits have seen her risk an Instagram ban in barely-there bikinis.
    She no longer whistles in the Serie A after being criticised for openly supporting AC Milan.
    The stunning Italian-American has 1.3 million followers on Instagram.
    Claudia has 1.3 million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram/@Claudia Romani

    Claudia works as a model and has worked with GQ, Cosmopolitan and PlayboyCredit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    She is a Serie A qualified official but has not whistled after openly supporting AC MilanCredit: Splash More

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    Pochettino slams Chelsea stars’ entourages in astonishing rant over game time and fumes club is ‘not a charity’

    MAURICIO POCHETTINO has launched a scathing attack on Chelsea player’s entourages over game time claims.The Blues boss insisted that the club is “not a charity” and that players coming back from injuries will not get their spots straight away.
    Mauricio Pochettino launched an attack on player’s entouragesCredit: X @SkySportsNews
    The manager insisted that the club is not a ‘charity’Credit: Getty
    Christopher Nkunku made his long-awaited debut for Chelsea in the Carabao Cup win over Newcastle in mid-week.
    The Frenchman played for 21 minutes as the Blues made it through to the semi-finals.
    Romeo Lavia is another Chelsea star who has struggled with injury since arriving.
    The club spent £58million on the midfielder however he is yet to make his debut for the club.
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    When asked if Lavia is closer to making his first appearance for the club, Pochettino launched into an astonishing rant.
    He said: “You need to understand, the players need to understand that that is not a charity thing; that we are going to play football, we need to win.
    “Sometimes the professionals feel so disappointed because they want to play. It’s difficult to understand.
    “The environment of the player, also, they say they are disappointed because Nkunku didn’t play against Sheffield United.
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    “I am disappointed to have a player that should be an important player for us is not helping the team.
    “If he didn’t play, it is not because we don’t believe in him, or in this case Lavia.
    “It is because there are many other players fit and training in six months and in that moment maybe we need to decide, to make an impact with players that are more ready than these guys.”
    Pochettino continued his rant but did not want to name anyone, but insisted that the player’s entourages are “annoying” him.
    We pay the salary every month if you don’t play or you are injured.Mauricio Pochettino
    The manager insisted that the club are just as disappointed when players can not play due to injury, due to the high costs involved.
    He added: “We are not talking about names, or suppose he is going to be better than one [player]. We are talking about today, who is ready to compete and provide what we are expecting for the team.
    “Maybe I am talking too much. But it’s true. But come on, it’s annoying me. Not you [the journalists]. The people around the player, ‘Oh I wanted to play. I am disappointed’. Oh, come on. I am disappointed.
    “The club is disappointed they are investing big to play, to score goals and when you are not scoring goals, okay we pay the salary every month if you don’t play or you are injured.
    “Who suffered for us? The coaches. Who suffered for the club? It’s always [this]. No, come on. It’s to get the right balance in this business. It’s so important.” More

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    KSI takes brutal swipe at Tommy Fury by claiming IShowSpeed landed MORE punches against him and aims dig at Jake Paul

    KSI took aim at both Tommy Fury and Jake Paul after his charity sparring match with IShowSpeed. The YouTube sensation streamed the spar with Speed at the same time Paul was making his boxing return against Andre August.
    KSI speaking out after his spar with Speed
    And after three comical rounds – where Speed was dropped and sent through the ropes – KSI said enough was enough.
    He gracefully handed Speed victory after pulling himself out, leaving the streamer in tears.
    KSI spoke out after the spar to suggest more people viewed it than Paul’s fight with August.
    And he claimed Speed landed more punches against him than the 39 Fury managed in October.
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    KSI told Fred Talks Fighting: “I think it was definitely the event of the night.
    “I think there was a lot of boxing fights happening at around the same time.
    “But I’m pretty sure there were more people were watching ours than anyone else’s.
    “But yeah man, tough opponent. I think he hit me more than most my opponents, I think he hit me more than Tommy Fury.”
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    KSI, 30, was beaten for the first time by Fury, 24, but the controversial points decision is still being appealed.
    Meanwhile Paul, 26, knocked out August, 35, with a right uppercut in round one and responded to KSI’s spar with Speed afterwards.
    He said: “I don’t care it’s just two different things, right? He’s chasing views as a 30-year-old man and I’m chasing legacy and belts.
    “All kudos to him, I hope he makes his wildest dreams come true.”
    Tommy Fury controversially beat KSI on pointsCredit: Getty
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    IShowSpeed floored several times and left in tears after charity sparring match with KSI

    ISHOWSPEED was left in tears after being floored by KSI in their charity sparring match. The two were scheduled for six rounds to help raise money for the Anthony Walker Foundation.
    KSI dropped IShowSpeed several times
    KSI even knocked Speed into the ropes
    Speed was pulled out after six rounds
    And it was purposely staged at the exact same time as Jake Paul’s fight with Andre August, which he won in the first round.
    KSI has boxed eight times, most recently in October when he lost for the first time, against Tommy Fury.
    Whereas Speed – a streamer known for his obsession with Cristiano Ronaldo – has hardly laced up a pair of gloves.
    And it showed.
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    Speed ran around the ring for three rounds while falling to the floor whenever KSI landed a half meaningful body shot.
    The social media star was utterly exhausted during the half way point when KSI decided to call it off.
    He said: “It takes a big man to get in the ring with me. Many have tried, many have failed and according to judges, someone was victorious.”
    But an emotional Speed said: “It’s not over yet. Get back in the ring.”
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    KSI responded: “I’m proud of you, you did a huge thing. We had over 100,000 watching our spar. I want you to take this and let it fuel you.
    “You know what? With your tenacity I’m going to tap out. You win.”
    Speed was not happy with the sympathy vote and demanded the full six rounds be completed.
    He then burst into tears and stormed out of the gym to end the night on a sour note.
    Speed was left in tears after the spar
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    Alex Scott poses with Gareth Southgate, Frank Lampard and Oompa-Loompas for annual charity day

    ALEX SCOTT was joined by Gareth Southgate, Frank Lampard and Oompa-Loompas in celebration for ICAP’s annual charity day.The trading firm were celebrating its 31st annual charity day at its London headquarters today.
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    Alex Scott starred alongside Gareth Southgate at ICAP’s annual charity dayCredit: PA
    Alex turned up in a stylish black blazerCredit: PA
    The group posed with phones up to their earsCredit: PA
    The BBC Sport presenter was also joined by Oompa-LoompasCredit: PA
    Alex and co were seen posing for the cameras with phones up to their ears.
    The BBC Sport presenter turned out in a white open collar shirt and black jacket.
    England manager Southgate could also be seen in a black blazer at the event, while Lampard turned out in a grey blazer.
    The trio were also joined by actress Billie Piper, who matched Alex in a black blazer.
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    And as part of the festive fun the group were joined by some Oompa-Loompas and elves.
    The charity event first started in 1993.
    Since then it has raised more than £160million.
    This money has been distributed to more than 2,900 charitable causes around the world.
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    And these donations have helped to support more than 7.7 million people.
    This year 15 UK charity organisations are set to benefit from the event.
    The event is organised by trading firm ICAPCredit: PA
    This year marks the 31st year of the eventCredit: PA
    Since it started it has raised more than £160million for charityCredit: PA
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    Premier League star looks completely unrecognisable after shaving famous locks for incredible cause

    FORMER Everton star Tom Davies has shaved off his iconic blond locks to raise money for charity.The 25-year-old unveiled his new look earlier this week on Instagram.
    Tom Davies has shaved off his hair for charityCredit: Twitter @1tomdavies
    The midfielder shared a video of his hair cut on InstagramCredit: Twitter @1tomdavies
    He is raising money for James’ PlaceCredit: Twitter @1tomdavies

    He also explained to his followers that he did it as a way of raising awareness and money for James’ Place, a charity that provides support for suicidal men in Liverpool and London.
    Davies said: “Well here it is, I’m raising money for @jamesplaceuk who help save lives of men in suicidal crisis, with free life saving treatment in there centres.
    “Since opening in 2018, James’ Place has treated over 1,500 suicidal men, delivering over 7,500 therapy sessions providing hopefully futures to men that felt like they didn’t have them.
    “The fundraiser is still going so if you can donate it will go a long way the link is in my bio!
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    “Thank you all again for the donations so far and let me know what you think of my new look for mental health!”
    Davies provided a link to a JustGiving page on his Instagram.
    His initial target of £1,000 was surpassed within just a few hours.
    He later thanked fans on Instagram for supporting the cause, writing: “Thank you to everyone who has donated. You support is beautiful!! We have already reached the goal but @jamesplaceuk needs all the help they can get so if still can help them with donations, it will go a very long way and help a lot of men across the UK.”
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    Davies now plays for Sheffield UnitedCredit: 2023 SportImage
    The total amount of money raised at time of publication is an incredible £1,866.
    The midfielder’s former Everton team-mate Dominic Calvert-Lewin commented three blue hearts under the Instagram video to share his support.
    Referee Mike Dean also took to the comments to joke: “About time pal!”
    Davies left Everton this summer after turning down a new contract.
    He made an immediate Premier League return by joining Sheffield United in August.
    However, he is set for an agonising four months out after suffering a freak injury in training.
    Donate to Tom Davies’ JustGiving page HERE
    Davies surpassed his target within a matter of hoursCredit: Twitter @1tomdavies More