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      Football fans’ most exciting part of matchday revealed in study – and ‘deeply meaningful’ moment may surprise you

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      FOOTBALL fans get a bigger rush from the pre-match pint than from the game itself, a study suggests.Supporters’ interactions with friends were found to be “deeply meaningful” and the most exciting part of matchday.Football fans get a bigger rush from the pre-match pint than from the game itselfThe findings are from 17 hard-core fans fitted with heart rate monitors ahead of a final.The participants were tracked for four hours before the game then 90 minutes of action.A large, prolonged and collective spike came during the time spent with mates before kick-off.The only time there was a bigger rush was when the Brazilian fans’ team scored in the first half of a game near Rio de Janeiro — but the high did not last as long.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLResearcher Professor Dimitris Xygalatas, from the University of Connecticut, said: “What we see is that the pre-game ritual generates more emotion than the game itself.“There’s just one moment in the entire game when they have more collective emotion, and that’s when they scored a goal.“Rituals are the kinds of things that, at first glance, don’t make any sense in terms of human behaviour, but are deeply meaningful to people.”Prof Xygalatas, a fan of Greek football, said the same effect also probably applied to concerts, festivals and religious events.Most read in FootballHe added: “Our study supports the idea that sports are about more than just the game.”Supporters’ interactions with friends were found to be the most exciting part of matchdayCredit: Getty More

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      Boxer Keyshawn Davis ‘escorted out by police after backstage brawl caught on camera with his brother’s opponent’

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      BOXER Keyshawn Davis was reportedly escorted out by police after a backstage brawl with his brother’s opponent. Keyshawn was due to headline a homecoming show in Norfolk, Virginia with his brothers Keon and Kelvin on the undercard. Keyshawn Davis was reportedly escorted out by police after a backstage brawlCredit: ESPNIt came after Kelvin Davis’ lossCredit: ESPNNahir Albright’s brother is in the purpleCredit: ESPNBut the 2020 Olympic silver medalist missed weight by 4.3lb and was stripped of his WBO lightweight world title. And opponent Edwin De Los Santos later pulled out of fighting Keyshawn at a revised weight – but was still paid his full purse. The show still went on and Keon scored a knockout win but Kelvin was stunned on points by Nahir Albright. And later in the night, ESPN footage captured the moment Keyshawn was involved in a backstage brawl with Albright. READ MORE IN BOXINGIn an interview with ESPN, Albright claimed he was “jumped” by Keyshawn and Keon. He said: “They started walking up to me all tough, putting his head against mine, and then grabbed me. “Then I was about to swing, but my team and everybody, they grabbed Keyshawn and everything, and it was crazy.”Albright also alleged that Keyshawn headbutted him and added he is contemplating whether to take legal action. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe Davis brothers declined to comment when asked by ESPN. Keyshawn beat Albright by decision in 2023 – but the win was overturned to a no-contest when he tested positive for marijuana.Now Albright says there is unfinished business between the two that he plans to settle one way or another. He said: “It’s definitely unfortunate, but it added fuel to the flame. Keyshawn, you gotta run it back with me – in the ring, not outside of the ring.”Nahir Albright, left, beat Kelvin DavisCredit: Mikey Williams/Top RankKeyshawn Davis was stripped of his WBO lightweight belt after missing weightCredit: Getty More

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      I was jailed for robbery aged 15 before becoming a drug dealer and rapper – but now I’m an academy scout for Arsenal

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      JOSEPH BOL has gone from dealing drugs, getting stabbed by rival gangs and spending three separate stints in prison, to helping Arsenal uncover new talent as an academy scout.Bol, 39, has turned his life around, putting crime in his rear-view mirror and excelling as a football scout.Joseph Bol has turned his life around after three spells in prisonCredit: instagram @joeblackukBol is now an academy scout at ArsenalCredit: instagram @joeblackukBol works as Arsenal’s grassroots academy coordinator for East London, helping the Gunners identify the best talent across U9s to U14s level.It’s far cry from what he was doing at a similar age to the youngsters, with Bol being sent to prison for three years at just 15 years old for robbery.He also found himself wrapped up in dealing Class A drugs and ultimately being convicted for that too.Speaking to The Times, he recalled: “I wanted things my mum didn’t deem necessary, like designer clothes, trainers, and that led me down a slippery slope. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I stopped playing football and I started selling and smoking weed, and then it went on to be more Class A drugs. I was just in a bubble thinking this is going to be my career path.”After being let out of prison for the first time, Bol turned his attention to rap music – amassing millions of YouTube views for his songs about crime.He added: “I came out and got adulation from my peers, it boosts your ego, and I just started rapping about what I was going through. “It was more about selling drugs. We didn’t really have postcode wars at the time.”Most read in FootballBol releases rap music under the name ‘Joe Black’Credit: instagram @joeblackukJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesBol, who recalled taking Maths and English GCSEs in a young offenders’ institute, was still wrapped up in the world of crime for some time.And was even stabbed in the arm and leg while sitting in the front seat of his car by four members of rival gang at one point. But after turning 21 and finisng himself in an adult prison, Bol’s life changed thanks an officer who encouraged him to complete FA Level One and Community Sports Leader coaching courses.He recalled that decision helped him “break the cycle” and he started to volunteer at a local football club when he was released from prison.In 2012 he set up his own grassroots team, AC United, which snowballed into an eight-team club with performances catching the attention of top scouts.Bol continued rapping about his old life at the same time, earning a reputation under his stage name “Joe Black”, and even performed as a support act for hip-hop superstar Rick Ross.Bol turned to football coaching after his release from prisonCredit: instagram @joeblackukUnexpectedly, it was his rap career that helped Bol land his first proper job in football.A standout player at AC United, Clinton Mola, was invited for a trial at Chelsea – with Bol accompanying him to the training ground.Upon his arrival at Cobham, Bol was mobbed by a group of U14 players – including a young Reece James – who recognised him from his music videos.Recognising the sway and impact that Bol had in the local community, Chelsea decided to hire him as a member of their coaching staff.They also signed Mola, who now plays for Bristol Rovers in League One and represented England from U16 to U21 levels.Bol recalled being concerned that Chelsea would turn him away after a DBS check of his criminal history.He said to The Times: “Rightfully so, because there were obviously reservations after what showed up [on the DBS check].“I did a risk assessment and they asked me how I ended up in these situations and what I’d done to change my behaviour to ensure I wouldn’t fall back into those old patterns.”Long story short, I think the years I put in coaching unpaid went a long way to overpower the past. Clinton Mola now plays for Bristol RoversCredit: Rex”They could see I was making a big effort to make a change. I got the role and I was there for just over five years.”From there Bol’s career in football scouting has taken over and he made the switch to Arsenal’s academy in 2020 – where he has been ever since.Working alongside academy manager Per Mertesacker, Bol’s role is to manage a group of scouts and make sure they are always covering all parts of East London.Along his way he has helped unearth and develop some of of the Premier League’s most exciting young talents.Zain Silcott-Duberry, who made his Prem debut for Bournemouth this season, is just one of the youngsters he has had a hand in developing.While 14-year-old Trey Faromo, another Bol has helped identify, is thought to be one of the country’s brightest talents and recently made his debut for Chelsea Under-18.Read More on The SunNow Bol is targeting a spot as the head of recruitment at a Premier League club, but still recognises how far he has come.He said: “I feel proud of where I’m going. It’s good to reflect every once in a while to remember how far I’ve come”Zain Silcott-Duberry is a rising star at BournemouthCredit: GettyBol is rising through the ranks at ArsenalCredit: instagram @joeblackuk More

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      Ex-BBC football pundit BANNED from driving for six months after being caught speeding in his Mercedes

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      RETIRED BBC football pundit Garth Crooks got a six-month driving ban yesterday after being caught speeding again.The former Tottenham Hotspur striker, 67, admitted driving his 1.4l Mercedes A Class diesel hatchback at 24mph in a 20mph zone.Garth Crooks got a six-month driving ban after being caught speeding againCredit: BBCHe complained that the speed camera that caught him in Holloway, North London, in January this year was hidden.But JPs at Lavender Hill magistrates’ court said the limit applies at all times and not just when a camera is spotted.Crooks already had nine points for two speeding offences and a traffic signal rap.He got a further three — triggering an automatic ban.Read more on FootballFA Cup and Uefa Cup-winner Crooks was fined £666 with £110 costs.He was also and ordered to pay a £266 victim surcharge.Crooks – who was awarded the OBE in 1999 – told the court he was now “retired” and in receipt of a £118,000 a year pension.On seeing a press photographer outside, Crooks covered his face with his jacket as he descended the court steps.Most read in FootballMartin Keown battles epic rant from Garth Crooks on BBC’s Final score More

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      Ex-Arsenal starlet jailed over ‘significant role’ in plot to smuggle £600k of cannabis into UK from Thailand

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      A FORMER Arsenal starlet has been jailed over a plot to smuggle £600,000 worth of drugs in the UK.Jay Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested after border officials seized two suitcases containing cannabis at Stansted Airport.Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has been jailedCredit: GettyHe was involved in a plot to smuggle £600k of cannabis into the UKCredit: UnpixsEmmanuel-Thomas pleaded guilty to his roleCredit: PAThe drugs, which weighed around 60kg, had arrived via flight from Bangkok in Thailand.It is believed he may have been the intermediary between drug pushers in the UK and suppliers in Thailand and was described as having a “significant role”.Emmanuel-Thomas, 34, has now been jailed for four years after he pleaded guilty to fraudulent evasion of the prohibition on the importation of cannabis.Judge Alexander Mills told him he had a “substantial fall from grace”.Read more newsHe added: “It is through your own actions you will no longer be known as a professional footballer.””You will be known as a criminal. A professional footballer who threw it all away.”Chelmsford Crown Court heard the drugs were brought into the UK by Emmanuel-Thomas’ girlfriend Yasmin Piotrowska.She had flown business class to Stanstead Airport with Rosie Rowland to carry put the plot on September 2.Most read in FootballEmmanuel-Thomas was linked to the discovery by numerous WhatsApp messages, voice notes and pictures.The court was told it was “apparent” he had recruited the women, who were cleared after prosecutors offered no evidence in their case.He used his influenced as a professional footballer to sway the two women – offering them £2,500 plus a free holiday to Thailand.After Piotrowska was stopped by border officials, Emmanuel-Thomas messaged Rowland to tell her to “delete everything from our chat if you can”.The footballer then travelled to Stratford, East London, on September 5 and replaced his mobile.He was sacked by Scottish club Greenock Morton following his arrest last year.Emmanuel-Thomas is a former England under-17 and under-19 international.He began his career at Arsenal before playing for various clubs – including Ipswich Town, Bristol City, QPR, Livingston and Aberdeen.The striker signed a six-month contract with Greenock Morton in July.David Philips, NCA senior investigating officer, said: “Organised crime groups make significant profits by trafficking and selling perceived high-quality cannabis legally grown in the US, Canada and Thailand illegally in the UK.”Organised criminals like Emmanuel-Thomas can be very persuasive and offer payment to couriers. But the risk of getting caught is very high and it simply isn’t worth it.”Emmanuel-Thomas is the latest Brit to be caught smuggling drugs.The Sun revealed how Cameron Bradford, 21, is being detained in Germany for allegedly hiding cannabis in her bags on a flight from Thailand.A British OnlyFans model was also caught allegedly smuggling nearly £200,000 worth of Thai cannabis into Spain.Read More on The SunElsewhere, Brit Bella May Culley, 18, sparked a massive international search operation in early May after she was reported missing while holidaying in Thailand.However, it was later revealed that the teen, from Billingham, County Durham, had been arrested 4,000 miles away on drug offences in Georgia.The footballer was arrested last SeptemberCredit: InstagramNCA officers found the drugs in two suitcasesCredit: UnpixsEmmanuel-Thomas previously played for AberdeenCredit: PA More

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      Raul Asencio accusers want Real Madrid defender jailed for FOUR YEARS over ‘video of minor having sex with team-mates’

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      THE lawyers representing a girl who has accused Real Madrid centre-back Raul Asencio of sharing a sexual video without consent believe that he should be sentenced to four years in jail.In September 2023, the defender was arrested for allegedly sharing a sexually explicit video involving two women – one of which was 16-years-old.Raul Asencio could face four years in jailCredit: GettyThree Real Madrid reserve team players – Ferran Ruiz, 22, Andres Garcia, 22, and Juan Rodriguez, 23 – were also arrested.The trio reportedly filmed the video, which also involved an 18-year-old.They are being accused of “disclosure of secrets without consent, and violation of privacy, distributing and sending videos to third parties without consent, capturing and using minors for pornographic purposes and possession of child pornography” in the case.Meanwhile, Asencio is charged with “revealing secrets in conjunction with another of child pornography” and could face several years in jail.Read More in FootballSpanish outlet AS reports that if found guilty, the 22-year-old could face around four years behind bars.Meanwhile, Cadena Cope says that the alleged victim’s lawyers want £48,900 in compensation for her and a £16.86 fine per day for 10 months.The 18-year-old woman also involved is expected to make the same request.Asencio fiercely protested his innocence regarding the ongoing legal case last month.Most read in FootballIn a lengthy statement on social media, he wrote: “I have not participated in any behaviour that violates the sexual freedom of any woman, much less minors.”The defender also said the “presumption of innocence must continue to prevail.”He added: “Should charges ultimately be filed and a trial commence, I will continue to defend myself before the Courts and Tribunals, in which I have full confidence, reaffirming my innocence of any criminal conduct.”All of this is without prejudice to the utmost respect for the conduct of the judicial proceedings as a whole, including those of the other persons under investigation.”I want to reiterate, once again, my absolute respect for the rights to sexual freedom and privacy of all women.”Asencio also claimed that he was not at the reported location at the time of the June 2023 incident.But despite the judge making it clear that he is not being charged for recording the footage, he remains indicted on charges of sharing it.The initial complaint was filed by the mother of the 16-year-old in the Canary Islands.Read More on The SunIt was stated that while the sexual activity was consensual, the alleged recording was not.Since breaking into the Real Madrid first team at the start of the season, Asencio has made 42 appearances for Los Blancos. More

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      Cop uncle of Premier League star died after he was hit by train while trying to save ‘vulnerable’ man on track

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      THE police officer uncle of a Premier League star died when he was hit by a train while trying to save a “vulnerable” man, an inquest heard.Sergeant Graham Saville, 46, suffered “catastrophic” injuries during the horror in Balderton, Nottinghamshire.Sergeant Graham Saville was killed on train tracks while trying to save a manCredit: PAHis footballer nephew Joe Worrall paid tributeCredit: GettyThe officer – uncle of Burnley and ex-Nottingham Forest star Joe Worrall – sadly died in hospital five days later.An inquest heard Sgt Saville was attempting to rescue a man, named as Patient C, from the tracks on August 23, 2023.Patient C had called emergency crews claiming he had taken an overdose, having previously tried to take his life a week earlier.The call handler advised him to stay where he was while the police and ambulance services were contacted.Read more newsAround 18 minutes later, the conversation ended when officers arrived on the scene and were handed the phone by the man.At 7.09pm, another call was made confirming Patient C had jumped in front of a train and appeared to have been electrocuted.The caller then revealed Sgt Saville had been hurt, suffering injuries to his left leg and arm.Paramedic Darren Sleigh told how he arrived to find the dad-of-two lying on his back “parallel” to the track.Most read in FootballHe said: “I noticed he had sustained serious injuries. Paramedics applied further tourniquets to his arm and leg. He was breathing, but not sufficiently so respiration was applied.”Observations were taken which were all indicative of pain, shock, or severe blood loss.”The court heard Sgt Saville wounds were treated with trauma packs before he was handed over to a doctor who was flown to the scene via air ambulance.He was then taken to hospital where medics found he had suffered a severe ischemic brain injury, which is when there is insufficient blood flow to the brain.His cause of death was listed as “multiple injuries”, which caused “profound blood loss”.Patient C was also taken to hospital with electrocution injuries before being released.Coroner Laurinda Bower said: “It is incredibly sad that Graham went to work as a public servant and didn’t return home to his loving family.”Sgt Saville, who was based at Newark Police Station, had just been promoted to a response sergeant when he died.He began his career with the Metropolitan Police in 2013 before transferring to Nottinghamshire Police in February 2017.Following his death, his wife Joanne said the tragedy death had “devastated” her family, but added they had taken “great comfort from the outpouring of love and admiration for him”.She said: “Graham was a wonderful man. He was laid back, funny, silly and adventurous – he lived life to the full.”He loved his job and joined the police to do something worthwhile and to make a difference.“Ultimately his desire to help others has led to him making the ultimate sacrifice. We are devastated. The outpouring of love from all those who knew him is testament to the amazing person he was.“We are so lucky to have loved him.”Following his death, a minute’s applause was held at Forest’s Carabao Cup match with Burnley at the City Ground.Worrall, 26, was seen looking heartbroken in the strands during the poignant tribute.He later paid tribute to his uncle, he said he was “proud” of how his family had stuck together following the tragedy.The centre-back added: “Thinking about him and his life is something that we’ll do behind closed doors and privately.”There’s a lot of good people out there and particularly people in the police force, the ambulance service and the NHS and these people need to be celebrated.Read More on The Sun“It takes such tragic circumstances for people to be celebrated and I think that these people are the real heroes.”The inquest, which is expected to last two weeks, continues.If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123.Sgt Saville suffered catastrophic injuriesCredit: PABoth Forest and Burnley held a minute’s applause for Sergeant SavilleCredit: PAWorrall looked heartbroken during the poignant moment More

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      Chaos erupts in Paris as riot cops clash with PSG fans at Champions League victory parade in second night of violence

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      PARIS has been plagued by a second day of chaos with armed riot police battling with PSG fans at the Champions League trophy parade.Specialist cops could be seen brandishing batons and riot shields as they stormed through the Champs-Élysées to fight back against violent thugs in the capital.Crowds took to the streets of Paris for the second night of celebrations which turned violent once againCredit: AFPIndividuals were seen launching objects at police in ParisCredit: AFPSupporters cheer PSG players on as they take part in a a parade on the Champs-Elysee avenueCredit: APThe dramatic moment dozens of armed riot police charge at PSG fans ahead of the historic Champions League final trophy paradeCredit: XJubilant celebrations in France continued on Sunday after PSG swept aside a poor Inter Milan side 5-0 in Saturday night’s European final in Munich.But the joyous scenes over in Germany were quickly overshadowed by violence back home in France.PSG fans were hit with tear gas overnight as deadly clashes broke out – leaving two dead and nearly 200 people injured.Almost 600 people were arrested in the ugly scenes with cars, bins and mattresses all seen on fire. READ MORE ON PSGAnd 24 hours after France was first plunged into danger further issues between police and fans broke out.PSG players and staff were joined by around 110,000 supporters on Sunday afternoon as they held a victory parade on the Champs-Élysées.Many fans were said to have been trying to pack out the lined streets in the capital to watch the celebrations.Within a short period of time, the limit of supporters was reached with thousands still looking to find a spot to see the squad return.Most read in FootballThis influx of fans caused chaos for riot cops who were seen trying to disperse them by chasing many through the streets.Video of the intense moment a row of cops started to run across the Alma bridge towards a group of supporters has been shared online.PSG fans tear gassed in violent clashes with cops as 400 arrested and two dead after Champions League winThick plumes of blue smoke from flares can be seen next to the Eiffel Tower in the clip.An officer at the scene said: “They are throwing everything they can at us.”Flash ball guns were also used by gendarmes, in an attempt disperse gang members carrying weapons of their own, including long metal poles and bricks stolen from building sites.It followed two people losing their lives during intense nationwide violence following PSG being crowned European football champions.One of the worst incidents took place in Dax, in the south-west of France, where a 17-year-old was knifed in the stomach.A local police spokesman said: “He was part of a crowd celebrating the PSG win in designated fanzone, and died from his wounds in hospital.”A man was also killed when his scooter collided with a car in Paris on Saturday, after the victim was seen celebrating the football win.A police officer was seriously injured by a firecracker in Coutances, Normandy.Police officers clash with crowds following the PSG team bus paradeCredit: AFPMany fans took to the streets in Paris tonight as the tossed bottles, traffic cones and flaresCredit: AFPOver 110,000 fans took part in the paradeCredit: GettyMasked PSG fans celebrate on top of a car and next to a roaring fire overnightHe was placed in an induced coma, with a very serious eye and head injury, and was still in intensive care on Sunday morning.Paris’ police chief Laurent Nuñez has come out since and said the blame should be placed on looters and vandals who used the party atmosphere in Paris to cause chaos.He made it clear that “real” PSG fans should not be mixed up with violent thugs.A ring of steel had been created around the Champs-Élysées, with major department stores and banks using steel shutters to try and keep looters away.PSG’s official club shops on the Champs, and at their ground, were also barricaded over the weekend.Despite this, a Foot Locker sports store on Champs-Élysées was broken into, and goods including multiple trainers stolen.A Maisons du Monde furniture store on the nearby Avenue Wagram was also looted, said a police spokesman.I was in the heart of PSG’s celebrations in Paris – it was a war zoneBy Sun Sports Features Editor, Rob MaulOUTSIDE the Parc des Princes last night, it was carnage. Absolute carnage.No sooner had the final whistle blown in Munich – as Paris Saint-Germain sealed a record-breaking 5-0 Champions League Final win over Inter Milan – the French capital erupted in celebration.Those who live within a few-mile radius of the club’s home ground had prepared for the worst, sensibly boarding up their shops and cafes in anticipation of mass trouble, and it proved to be a wise decision.Tens of thousands of people, mostly young men wearing PSG shirts, sprinted away from the club’s football ground and once they were outside of the wide police security perimeter, chaos ensued.Motorists had to take evasive action coming off the motorway slip-roads as people dangerously spilled into the street, throwing flares into their path.Soon, the traffic was completely stopped around Porte d’Auteuil as supporters started celebrating in the street – and even jumped on stationary cars.I saw one woman hurt and needing attention from friends while others cowered for cover as fans rushed forward.Ambulances were called to the area and so, too, were fire trucks.And your SunSport correspondent had to sprint away for safety at one point when some of the remnants of the fireworks landed too close for his comfort.Most of the yobs would not have lived in the local area themselves but they saw this European success as an excuse to break the law and cause disruption.Youths wearing masks and hoodies were meanwhile seen roaming around the city looking for trouble.Motorbikes and discared mattresses were set alight, sending thick black smoke billowing through the night sky.There was even fighting reported around the Eiffel Tower, which was lit up in PSG’s red, white and blue following their 5-0 win.Read More on The SunAround 5,400 police officers were on duty across Paris at the weekend, as trouble was always expected, whatever the result.PSG fans have an increasingly bad reputation for hooliganism, and some attacked fans from Arsenal and Aston Villa during this year’s  Champion’s League campaign.Riot squads used tear gas against fansCredit: EPAPolice officers protect themselves from a flare on the Champs Elysees avenue More