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    Former Juventus and Bayern Munich star Douglas Costa joins OnlyFans just days after surprise transfer to Sydney FC

    FANS wonder if Douglas Costa will show what’s he’s got Down Under – after the star joined Sydney FC AND OnlyFans in a shock double move.But the former Juventus and Bayern Munich winger explained he’s not linking up with the adult site for the usual explicit reasons.Sydney FC say Douglas Costa may be the A-League’s best ever signingCredit: GettyPaige VanZant is another top athlete to join the subscription websiteCredit: InstagramMadelene Wright raked in huge sums on OnlyFansCredit: instagram / @madelene_wrightA-Leaguers Sydney have unveiled the former Brazil star, 33, as a marquee signing.But it’s unlikely he’ll be doing any unveiling on OnlyFans.Instead the ex-LA Galaxy man will use the subscription site to promote his status as a “brand ambassador” for elite athletes.A string of other sporting celebrities have opened OnlyFans accounts – for varying reasons.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSTennis bad-boy Nick Kyrgios promised “it’s all on the table” when he signed up last year – including “gaming, tattoos, my intimate side”.MMA icon Paige VanZant has amassed more than 1.3million likes for her exclusive content on the often X-rated site.English footballer Madelene Wright told SunSport she raked in more than £500,000 from just her first year on OnlyFans.And Team GB’s Olympic bronze-winning swimmer Jack Laugher also revealed he has been cashing in on the way to splashing wins.Most read in FootballYorkshire swimmer Jack Laugher is also on OnlyFansCredit: Instagram @jacklaugherFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCosta launched his account on August 8 – and so far it’s FREE.At the moment it contains just a handful of photos from his footballing career and a video of him boxing.Football icons’ strange hobbiesBut he promised to “create exclusive content for my fans they will not be able to see on any other social network” – to make a “big difference”.In a statement to The Sydney Morning Herald, he added: “I decided to join OnlyFans because I believe in the credibility of the company and its potential for global reach.”Overall, this alliance has everything to be very interesting and successful. “The segment in which OnlyFans seeks to have athletes as brand ambassadors has a great impact on the market.”I am more than happy to be part of it, especially as one of the pioneers in the football segment.”Meanwhile, Sydney are cock-a-hoop to recruit such a famous name, someone who has won the Bundesliga and Serie A three times apiece.Club coach Ufuk Talay claimed it was “exciting to be able to attract” a player of his “calibre”.Talay said. “He is a world-class talent with 24 career trophies.”His experience and knowledge will be a positive influence on the playing group.”Sydney chairman Scott Barlow went even further in his Costa assessment.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe raved: “He is one of the most high-profile footballers to ever play on these shores and the eyes of the football world will be on Sydney FC and the A-League this season.”The club’s two other international signings are both midfielders – uncapped Brazilian Leo Sena, 28, and  26-year-old Anas Ouahim, who played for Morocco Under-23s.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Classy ex-Chelsea hardman Diego Costa rescues 100 stricken residents from devastating Brazil floods with jetski and Jeep

    DIEGO COSTA has helped save 100 people from flooding in Brazil with a jetski and a Jeep.The former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid star is now playing in the country after joining Gremio in February.Diego Costa has helped rescue 100 people from devastating floods in BrazilCredit: X formerly TwitterHe used his Jeep and jetskis to help peopleCredit: @paulo_baier1903 via X formerly Twitter / @Chris_BrancoRio Grande do Sul has been badly affected by the floodsCredit: ReutersOver 120,000 people have been displacedCredit: RexCosta, 35, used his vehicles to help get people away from the flooded areas and rescue those who had become trapped.The heavy flooding has affected the area of Rio Grande do Sul and claimed the lives of 83 people, according to CNN.121,000 people have been displaced, as revealed by the region’s Civil Defence.The hotheaded footballer was on his way home after a training session with Gremio when he came across people in need of help./READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey were from Eldorado do Sul and Costa acted quickly and helped them to dry land.Cadena SER reported that he also enlisted the help of friends who brought jetskis to help.The report claims that they helped 100 people to safety.A witness said: “What Diego did today, I had never seen before.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He only arrived [at Gremio] a few months ago, but he left his truck in the water and took his jetski and those of his friends.”Flooding and landslides have been caused by days of heavy rain as well as a rare combination of hot temperatures, humidity and strong winds.Ex-Chelsea and England wonderkid now unemployedCosta starred for Chelsea between 2014 and 2017 as he scored 59 goals in 120 appearances.He left the Blues for Atletico Madrid for a second spell until 2020.The striker then returned to Brazil as he signed for Atletico Mineiro in 2021.Costa then made a shock return to the Premier League as he joined Wolverhampton Wanderers for the 2022/23 season.Costa helped people get to dry landCredit: X formerly TwitterThe Beira-Rio stadium has been floodedCredit: AFP More

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    Watch Nicolas Jackson ‘go full Diego Costa’ during heated moment with Mateo Kovacic in Chelsea’s draw with Man City

    NICOLAS JACKSON went “full Diego Costa” as he had a heated exchange with Mateo Kovacic.The two rivals shared words during Chelsea’s thrilling 4-4 draw with Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday evening.
    Nicolas Jackson and Matteo Kovacic were involved in a heated exchangeCredit: https://twitter.com/LondonsFirst_
    Jackson shushed the Manchester City starCredit: https://twitter.com/LondonsFirst_
    Fans have likened Jackson to former player Diego CostaCredit: Getty
    In one quick-tempered moment, Jackson, 22, could be seen arguing with the Croatian midfielder.
    Both players could be seen gesturing to each other until Jackson had enough and then proceeded to shush Kovacic.
    Despite trying to end the discussion, the striker continued to argue with the former Blues star.
    Chelsea fans loved seeing the moment as it was posted on social media.
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    Many of them compared the Ivorian to club hero Costa who also had a fiery temper during his time at Stamford Bridge.
    One commented: “Also when Sterling scored he turned him and pointed to the City fans. Diego Costa vibes.”
    A second wrote: “Bro has got the Diego Costa vibes.”
    A third posted: “What we need upfront.”
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    A fourth said: “He got that Diego Costa in him.”
    A fifth added: “Jackson is actually a menaceeeee.”
    While another joked: “Funniest thing about this is, Jackson came over to Kovacic and started the conversation.”
    Jackson continued his recent hot streak in front of goal as he netted against Man City in the match.
    Meanwhile in the game Chelsea’s Cole Palmer took the plaudits as he netted a late penalty to earn the hosts a point.
    He had been booked earlier in the game for scuffing up the penalty spot before Erling Haaland’s penalty.
    Palmer was also on the receiving end of a shove from Haaland at the end of the game as he tried to listen in on City’s players discussing tactics. More

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    Ex-Chelsea star Diego Costa stretchered off after serious-looking injury in blow for Wolves vs Tottenham

    DIEGO COSTA was carried off in agony against Tottenham with what looked a serious injury.Wolves’ ex-Chelsea striker was replaced by Raul Jimenez after 28 minutes after landing awkwardly under no pressure from a Spurs player.
    Former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid frontman Diego Costa had to be carried off on a stretcher as Wolves hosted Spurs in the PremCredit: PA
    Tottenham centre-back Clement Lenglet looks on after Costa went down in painCredit: Alamy
    Fans feared a long lay-off after seeing former Spain star Costa wince during treatment and then clutch his head as he went off on a stretcher.
    The 34-year has suffered bad knee injuries in the past.
    But some supporters on social media lacked sympathy for the controversial hardman.
    Others, though, reacted anxiously to the pain he appeared to be in as he was crocked in Saturday’s Premier League clash without any obvious firm contact.
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    One posted: “Looks like a serious knee injury. We might have seen Costa in a Wolves shirt for the final time.”
    And when another suggested it could be an ACL injury, it met with the response: “That or Achilles… looked like a non-contact.”
    Costa joined Wolves from Atletico Mineiro last September until the end of the season.
    Meanwhile, mid-table Wolves frustrated Spurs for long periods.
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    Harry Kane and Co would go level with third-placed Manchester United if they win.
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    But although Pedro Porro hit the bar with a free-kick Tottenham struggled to break through before Adamaaaa Traore’s stunner gave Wolves the lead.
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    Costa appeared in pain as he was replaced after just 28 minutesCredit: Reuters More