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      Dani Alves’ brother slams prankster’s fake claims ex-Barcelona star took own life in prison after being jailed for rape

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      THE brother of Brazilian former footballer Dani Alves has blasted an internet prankster for falsely claiming the disgraced star had taken his own life in prison.The ex-Barcelona star’s press adviser, Acaz Felleger, said they were considering legal action against Rio de Janeiro-based Paulo Albuquerque over his viral social media post.Dani Alves remains alive and well despite claims he had committed suicideCredit: PAThe former Barcelona man has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison after being convicted of raping a woman in the restroom of a Barcelona nightclubCredit: AFPHis ex-wife Joana Sanz accidentally shared his bizarre letter to her pleading for forgivenessCredit: InstagramAlbuquerque, who describes himself on X (formerly Twitter) as a lover of football, beer and a beautiful woman, wrote last night: “The information I’m receiving is that Daniel Alves has killed himself.”He added in a second post eight hours later, after his initial message had gone viral on social media: “People, for the love of God, what sort of repercussion is this?“I was referring to my cousin Danielzinho from the city of Nova Iguacu who had disappeared, but has now been found alive.”Alves’ brother, Ney, who travelled to Barcelona last month to see the footballer tried for rape ahead of his conviction and four-and-a-half year jail sentence, took to Instagram Live to issue a furious response.Read more in Football“How cruel human beings can be!” he said. “He’s already been convicted on the word of a woman who entered a men’s toilet to do what only he and her know.“He’s already been convicted. Is that not enough?“Now the madness is people want him dead. They want to see my brother dead. How cruel is that!“My dad is more than 70 years old and my mum is more than 60.Most read in Football“Do people like this not have family?”The former players’ family still believe he is innocent despite three judges finding him guilty of forcing himself on a 23-year-old woman in a toilet at upmarket Barcelona nightclub Sutton in the early hours of December 30 2022.Dani Alves’ model ex Joana Sanz arrives at court to reveal what ‘drunk’ ex-Barcelona star told her moments after ‘rape’Journalist Mr Felleger, who represents Alves, also denied the fake claims his client had committed suicide.Speaking to a Brazilian radio station, Felleger said legal action was being considered against the person who sparked the viral rumour.“The information was posted on X without any basis whatsoever,” he said.”I spoke with Dani’s lawyer and this irresponsible person should be sued.”Alves’ model wife Joana Sanz has yet to comment.The 31-year-old Tenerife-born beauty treated her 950,000 Instagram followers overnight to a photo of her training in the gym.Last year, she admitted she was seeking a divorce from the former footballer, which has subsequently been put on hold. Father-of-two Alves, 40, was handed his prison sentence on February 22 after being driven to the Barcelona court where he was tried over three days at the start of last month.He had been held in Brians 2 Prison near the Catalan capital for more than a year on remand before his trial.Alves protested his innocence on February 7 after taking the stand on the last day of his three-day trial at Barcelona’s Audiencia Provincial court.He claimed he had consensual sex with his 23-year-old female accuser and had not made her do anything.The woman he was found guilty of raping insisted the footballer had forced himself on her after hitting her when she gave her evidence in court behind a screen.State prosecutors confirmed at his trial they wanted him jailed for nine years on conviction and a lawyer acting for his victim demanded a 12-year sentence.They are also set to appeal in the hope higher court judges will hand Alves a stiffer punishment.Alves’ lawyer has already confirmed she will appeal his rape conviction and sentence.Last month, Alves’ ex-wife Joana Sanz accidentally shared a bizarre letter the disgraced rapist wrote to her from prison.He pleaded for forgiveness and thanked the model for being a strong woman as she went through “such a difficult time”, Vogue reports.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt came after Alves’ statue in his hometown was wrapped in duct tape and bin bags following his rape conviction.The statue is located in the central region of Juazeiro in Brazil and displays a life-size Alves wearing the national team shirt and a football at his feet.Joana Sanz previously admitted she was seeking a divorce from the former footballer, before it was subsequently been put on holdCredit: instagram/@joanasanzA Dani Alves statue wrapped in duct tape and bin bags after furious locals demanded it to be removed following the Brazilian’s convictionCredit: X/@MCITY_8Alves’ lawyer has already confirmed she will appeal his rape conviction and sentenceCredit: EPA More

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      Marcus Rashford’s agent brother Dane GUILTY of speeding in flash £120k Mercedes near his £1.5m home

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      MARCUS Rashford’s brother has been found guilty of speeding and hit with a fine after blaming “confusing” road signs.Dane Rashford, 31, who works as the Manchester United star’s football agent, was caught travelling at 39mph in his £120,000 Mercedes in a 30mph zone near his £1.5m home.Dane Rashford was found guilty of speeding today and hit with a fine after blaming ‘confusing’ road signsCredit: Andrew Price / View Finder PicturesDane is the brother and agent of Marcus Rashford, pictured here during a session at United’s training ground Carrington on WednesdayCredit: GettyChester magistrates heard how he was trapped by a hand-held device on Adlington Road in October last year.Representing himself, Dane said he and his family had lived in the area for around a decade and claimed he’d always believed the stretch of road to have a 40mph speed limit.He said: “I’m not the only person who drives at 40mph, everyone does.”Video his sister had recorded showing him driving down the street was played during the one-day trial.Read More on Marcus RashfordIt showed his sat-nav device displaying a 40mph speed limit, with Dane saying: “There’s still no signs here, and the sat-nav still says 40mph.”But Michael O’Kane, prosecuting, said he had broken the 30mph speed limit on that section of the road, as indicated by signs before and after the point where his vehicle was caught by a speed camera.PC Catherine Mickle, of Cheshire Police, said she had observed the speed limit signs and – because it was a residential area with lampposts – drivers should assume by “default” that a 30mph speed limit was in force.But Dane, who is a director of DN May Sports Management, claimed they were “confusing”.Most read in FootballDistrict judge Owen Jones said he had been an “honest and truthful” witness, adding that the football agent had “genuinely and honestly” thought he was travelling in a 40mph zone but it had been a “mistaken view”.The judge found him guilty of one charge of speeding and he was handed three points on his licence to add to an existing three.Dane, of Wilmslow, Cheshire, must also pay a fine of £200, a victim surcharge of £80 and costs of £250.Just 12 days after, he was caught speeding, he was arrested for battery by cops in the USA.He’d been holidaying in Miami when he was charged with domestic violence.Dane, who denied wrongdoing, was released when his $1,500 bond was paid a week later.Last month, it was reported that the charges had been dropped.Last year, his England star younger brother Marcus, 26, was fined £574 and handed six points on his driver’s licence after admitting to speeding in Manchester while behind the wheel of his £670,000 Mercedes.READ MORE SUN STORIESA spokesman for Dane said: “While the court said that Mr Rashford was an ‘honest and truthful’ witness, we are disappointed that they did not accept his testimony that the speed limit was clearly marked at 40mph on the road he was travelling on.”Mr Rashford is now considering whether to appeal the decision.” More

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      Sam Kerr’s Chelsea manager Emma Hayes breaks silence on star’s court case for ‘racist abuse of police officer’

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      SAM Kerr’s manager has backed her player in the football star’s court case for “racist abuse of police officer”.Emma Hayes has given the Australian her “full support” on Wednesday after Kerr allegedly called an officer a “a stupid white b*****d”.Sam Kerr of Chelsea is hugged by manager of Chelsea Emma HayesCredit: GettyHayes has broken her silence Kerr’s criminal chargeCredit: Chelsea FCThe 30-year-old will face a trial after cops were called to a dispute over a taxi fare following a night out.Australia women’s captain and Chelsea striker Kerr is said to have been sick in the cab after a night out.Speaking to media ahead of the top of the table clash with Manchester City, Hayes backed her player.She said: “Sam has our full support, she knows that.Read more on football”It’s a difficult time for her. Of course I can’t comment, you know that.”Hayes was asked whether she knew about the criminal proceedings before Monday’s news broke.The coach said: “I can say that I know she’s pleaded not guilty and I don’t want to do anything to jeopardise anything for Sam by speaking about it. “For that reason, I’m sure you can appreciate that’s all I’m going to say on the matter.Most read in Football”But she has our full support, she knows that, it’s really important I get that across, it’s something I really really value.”There’s difficult moments, tough times and that’s what my role is at this football club, to make sure I look after our people.”I want to make it clear that Sam will be supported by me and everybody else.”Kerr is alleged to have unleashed a racist verbal volley when cops arrived to deal with the dispute in Twickenham, South West London, on January 30 last year.She has been charged with intentionally causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress to the male PC under section 31(1)(b) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.If convicted, FIFA poster girl Kerr faces a maximum sentence of two years’ imprisonment.Kerr, of Richmond, South West London, was summonsed via postal requisition to first appear at Wimbledon magistrates’ court on February 1.The case was committed to Kingston crown court where she appeared via videolink on Monday.She wore a white T-shirt and black  jacket and spoke only to confirm her name and plead not guilty to the charge.READ MORE SUN STORIESJudge Judith Elaine Coello ordered her to appear for a four-day trial at the court in February next year at which two police officers are expected to give evidence.Before that, a hearing is scheduled to take place on 26 April where it is expected the defence will try  to dismiss the case by claiming abuse of process.If convicted, FIFA poster girl Kerr faces a maximum sentence of two years’ imprisonmentCredit: Getty More

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      Football fan, 42, charged with ‘headbutting’ Roy Keane after brawl broke out during Arsenal vs Man Utd match

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      A FOOTBALL fan has been charged with allegedly headbutting Roy Keane after a fight erupted during an Arsenal vs Man Utd match.Scott Law is accused of attacking the Utd hardman when he cheered a goal from his former club at the Emirates.Micah Richards was seen pinning a man against a wall with Keane nearbyThe alleged attack took place after Keane celebrated a late Utd goalScott Law has been charged with common assaultThe 43-year-old has been charged with common assault and is due to appear at Highbury Magistrates’ Court on March 14.Law, who is married with children, allegedly went for Keane on September 3 last year.Keane and fellow Sky Sports pundit Micah Richards were waiting by a lift at the North London stadium when the incident unfolded.The Utd legend had celebrated a last-minute goal from Alejandro Garnacho, which was later ruled off-side.Read more newsVideo showed Micah pinning a man against a wall following the confrontation.Both pundits were reportedly left shaken following the alleged attack.Witnesses also claimed blood was left splattered on the ground of the West Stand of the Gunners’ home-ground.The pair were eventually escorted down to the pitch, where they gave their thoughts post-match with ex-Arsenal winger Theo Walcott and presenter Dave Jones.Most read in FootballAn Arsenal spokesperson said at the time: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.”The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully cooperating with their enquiries.”Ole Gunnar Solskjær reveals how coach stopped him from charging at Roy KeaneKeane was reportedly left shaken by the alleged attackHe later gave his thoughts on the match More

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      Shock moment cops storm pitch and ARREST footballer ‘who runs deadly drugs gang’ before he’s led away in his kit & cuffs

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      THIS is the shocking moment cops storm a onto a pitch and arrest an amateur footballer accused of being the boss of a deadly drugs clan.The 24-year-old suspect was swiftly cuffed and bundled away during a home match in Minas Gerais State, Brazil.A man was arrested in Brazil, during an amateur football matchThe man is believed to be the head of a drugs trafficking clanVideo footage shows the player, who has not been named, being dragged off the pitch by heavily armed police officers in front of stunned spectators.An arrest warrant issued by the Laranja da Terra Court identifies him as the suspected head of a fierce drug trafficking clan in Espirito Santo.He is also accused of being part of an assassination clan in Vitoria who masterminded an attempted hit on a rival on February 4th.The Military Police in Minas Gerais told local media that the man had a long police record for assault, threats, drug trafficking and firearms offences.read more on football He is being held at Minas Gerais prison under preventive arrest.The investigation is ongoing.It comes as a glamorous gangster’s moll wrote a love note to Scots drug kingpin James ‘The Don’ White after he was snared by cops in Brazil.South American beauty Paula Gomes told of her heartache when her “very special” boyfriend’s criminal empire came crashing down.Most read in FootballIt is understood she fell for the married hood when he was hiding out in the beachfront city of Fortaleza.Her Instagram is full of videos and selfies showing off her tattoos, curves and luxury lifestyle including flash trips to Spain, Dubai and Norway.Premier League star’s shock after gang take over home he owns & turn it into cannabis factory with hundreds of plantsWhite’s fling with Gomes emerged as he awaited sentencing for running a multi-million pound drugs, guns and dirty money plot from his Brazilian hideaway.The pair met after he fled to the country where he took over control of Scotland’s most prolific drugs cartel following the disappearance of Mr Big brothers James Gillespie, 50, and Barry, 46, of Rutherglen, near Glasgow.Gomes wrote: “I will never forget all that you have done for me.“Actually remembering you is remembering me. You are a very special person, very special.“I believe I never knew anyone with such a marvellous heart.“I only desire that your life gives you great victories and this great storm will pass quickly from your life. You are more than an incredible human being.A stunned crowd watched on as he was led away More

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      Sheffield Wednesday announce controversial transfer for Nico Schulz is OVER after fan fury over domestic violence charge

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      SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY have decided against the controversial transfer signing of Nico Schulz amid fan pressure.The 30-year-old former Borussia Dortmund defender was charged with assaulting his former partner on three separate occasions in 2020 in court last month.Sheffield Wednesday have opted against the controversial signing of Nico SchulzCredit: GettySchulz, who has been capped 12 times by Germany, was ordered to donate over £128,000 to five different charity organisations over a three-month period.That was for the case to be discontinued after his ex-partner refused to testify, according to various reports.Amid that investigation, Schulz was released by Dortmund following a four-year period there last summer.He has since been unemployed but spent time training with Championship strugglers Sheffield Wednesday last month.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHowever an open letter was posted on social media by the Sheffield Wednesday Women’s Supporters Group in which the club was urged not to sign the player.And now the club’s German coach confirmed after the Owls’ win over Plymouth that he would not be pursuing a deal amid the outcry from supporters.Danny Rohl told The Star: “I would not normally speak after a game about a player who is not here, that’s not in my mind, but I have made a final decision.“I’ve said before with transfers that I always look to the whole picture, and that was the same in this case.Most read in Championship“I’m very happy with my team here, I know Kristian Pedersen will come back soon, and that’s the reason why I will stay with my squad… Nico Schulz will not be coming.”Schulz came through the ranks at Hertha Berlin before leaving for Gladbach in 2015.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersHe spent two years there prior to signing for Hoffenheim but it was not long before he was on the move again.In 2019 Dortmund swooped with a £22m transfer deal and he went on to lift both the DFB Pokal and DFL Supercup with the Yellow Submarine.Meanwhile, last night’s victory was Wednesday’s fourth-straight triumph.It is only goal difference that now separates them from safety as they sit on 38 points along with Stoke, Huddersfield and QPR.They are next in action on Friday when they host promotion hopefuls and neighbours Leeds United. More

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      Chelsea star Sam Kerr ‘called cop a stupid white b*****d in row over taxi fare after being sick in cab on night out’

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      SUPERSTAR women’s footballer Sam Kerr called a policeman “a stupid white b*****d,” it has been claimed.The 30-year-old Aussie’s alleged racial insult came after cops were called to a dispute over a taxi fare.Chelsea player Sam Kerr has been caught in a racism row after allegedly abusing a police officerCredit: GettySam allegedly called the officer a ‘a stupid white b*****d’Credit: GettyKerr is said to have allegedly said the phrase after a night outCredit: GettySam appeared in court via video link and pleaded not guilty to the chargeCredit: InstagramAustralia women’s captain and Chelsea striker Kerr is said to have been sick in the cab after a night out.Kerr is then alleged to have unleashed a racist verbal volley when cops arrived to deal with the dispute in Twickenham, South West London, on January 30 last year.She has been charged with intentionally causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress to the male PC under section 31(1)(b) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.If convicted, FIFA poster girl Kerr faces a maximum sentence of two years’ imprisonment.Read more on footballKerr, of Richmond, South West London, was summonsed via postal requisition to first appear at Wimbledon magistrates’ court on February 1.The case was committed to Kingston crown court where she appeared via videolink on Monday.She wore a white T-shirt and black  jacket and spoke only to confirm her name and plead not guilty to the charge.Judge Judith Elaine Coello ordered her to appear for a four-day trial at the court in February next year at which two police officers are expected to give evidence.Most read in FootballBefore that, a hearing is scheduled to take place on 26 April where it is expected the defence will try  to dismiss the case by claiming abuse of process.The judge said she understood that Kerr’s defence would be that she did not intend to cause alarm, harassment or distress to the police officer and that her behaviour was not racially motivated.It is understood the delay in charging Kerr stemmed from CPS lawyers trying to decide what offence to prosecute her for.Kerr, who became the first female footballer to appear on the front cover of the global FIFA 23 video game, has spoken out against racism in the past.She and the Matildas team linked arms and posed with an Aboriginal flag ahead of their match against New Zealand. in 2021.Kerr said at the time: “We’re very proud of it.“We spoke a lot about it as a team. We wanted to do something that was important to us and show unity within our group.”She is nicknamed the ‘Millionaire Matilda’ because of her lucrative career earnings and is the only female player to have won the golden boot in three different leagues and on three different continents.Kerr was selected to carry the Australian national flag at Prince Charles’ coronation at Westminster Abbey in May last year, cementing her iconic status Down Under.She signed for Chelsea in 2019 and has since scored 99 goals in 128 matches. READ MORE SUN STORIESKerr is currently sidelined with a long-term cruciate ligament knee injury sustained during a warm weather training camp in Morocco in January.She is engaged to be married to  West Ham United’s Kristie Mewis, 32.Sam Kerr has played for Chelsea since 2020Credit: GettySam Kerr and Kristie Mewis, who are engagedCredit: Instagram More

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      Everton could be plunged into further financial turmoil as Premier League rivals threaten £100m lawsuits

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      EVERTON face further financial chaos if five rival clubs have taken up their right to sue — and the Toffees could be hit for more than £100million.SunSport understands that at least one of Burnley, Leeds, Leicester, Nottingham Forest and Southampton have signalled their intention to claim.Sean Dyche’s Toffees might see legal action from at least one top-flight rivalCredit: RexJordan Pickford and Co could see Everton face a financial nightmareCredit: PASean Dyche’s Goodison outfit earned a partial win when their ten-point punishment for breaching Prem Profitability and Sustainability Rules was slashed to six on appeal.But the initial November verdict came alongside a ruling by independent commission chairman David Phillips QC that rival clubs could demand compensation.He gave all five outfits 28 days from the Nov 17 publication of the findings to register their interest in making a claim.While the clubs approached have declined to make any comment, at least one planned to take legal action.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe confirmation in the appeal findings that Everton DID gain a “sporting advantage” by their PSR breach will add weight to any action.Burnley and Leicester are thought to have the strongest cases as they can argue they were direct casualties of Everton’s misconduct.Clarets went down in 18th place in 2021-22, the season Everton breached the three-term limit of £105m in “allowable losses”.And the Foxes took the same position last campaign, when the Goodison club was initially charged.Most read in FootballHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALLBoth could argue they missed around £50m up front — the difference between the minimum Prem TV money and the parachute payment for relegation.They may also seek to include lost revenue from gate money and sponsorship plus the cost of ‘forced sales’ of players at knockdown prices.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersThat list might include winger Harvey Barnes, who could have commanded more than the £38m Newcastle paid relegated Leicester last July.Leeds’ potential claim is likely to be just £3.7m — the difference in prize money between 18th and 19th — as they would have gone down regardless.Saints, who would have come bottom in any event, and Forest — who could open a floodgate for claims against themselves after being charged with a PSR breach in 2022-23 — are seen as less likely to have claimed. More