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    Real Madrid player among three arrested at training over underage sex video ‘is rising star & Premier League prospect’

    A PROMISING defender linked to the Premier League is one of the three Real Madrid players arrested over a sex tape involving an underage girl, it is understood.Spanish police arrested three men at Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training ground in the capital on Thursday, but have not yet named any of the trio.
    The encounter was allegedly filmed at the Amadores Beach ClubCredit: Amadores Beach Club
    Spanish cops arrested three men at Real Madrid’s training groundCredit: Alamy
    The underage teen’s mum went to cops after a video of the encounter is alleged to have been shared on WhatsApp without her consent.
    News outlets in Gran Canaria have now revealed one of the trio arrested is a rising star who was linked to two Premier League clubs earlier this year as a prospective player.
    Reports claim the arrested footballers were among a group of four men and three women who partied together at a VIP chill-out area at Amadores Beach Club in Puerto Rico in June.
    The Premier League-linked footballer is alleged to have gone to the pool area with one of the women while the two others stayed with the three other Real Madrid players “to have consensual sex”.
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    Island newspaper La Provincia reported that one of the women later suspected one of the players had used his phone to record the encounter.
    The report claimed: “The players involved admitted filming but promised to erase the content.
    “Two months after that day two of the girls, one of whom is underage, discovered the video filmed in June was being shared among WhatsApp groups.
    “It’s then that the mother of the minor decided to report it.”
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    It is claimed the player immediately erased the clip from his phone.
    Spanish police confirmed late on Thursday they had arrested a Real Madrid Castilla player and two Real Madrid C players.
    A fourth man questioned by police, another player for Real Madrid C which is Real Madrid’s second reserve team, has not been formally arrested.
    None of the four have appeared yet before an investigating judge at a court in the municipality of San Bartolome de Tirajana, where the probe is being led.
    They are expected to receive a court summons once the judge receives the police report.
    A spokesman for the Civil Guard in Gran Canaria said: “A mother accompanied by her daughter under the age of 16 has reported to police in Santa Maria de Guía in Las Palmas province in Gran Canaria that there are supposedly some recordings of her daughter’s consensual sexual relations, which were recorded without her consent and which she now knows are being circulated.
    “The events that occurred in the municipality of Mogan date back to mid-June but she said she has now learned these images exist.
    “For this reason, Court 3 in San Bartolome de Tirajana has ordered the Civil Guard to make several people available to the court.”
    Confirming none of the detainees were from Real Madrid’s first team, the spokesman added: “Their mobiles have been seized and they have been freed for the time being.
    “The arrests occurred this morning. One of the detainees is a Real Madrid Castilla player and the other two are Real Madrid C players.
    “Another player from Real Madrid C is being investigated.”
    Real Madrid said in a statement last night: “Real Madrid wishes to announce that it has learned that a Castilla player and three Real Madrid C players have made statements to the Civil Guard in relation to a complaint about the alleged broadcasting of a private video via WhatsApp.
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    “When the club has detailed knowledge of the facts, we will take the appropriate measures.”
    The age of consent in Spain was raised from 13 to 16 in 2015, meaning teenagers of that age can have sex but cannot drive cars on Spanish roads or vote. More

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    Ex-LaLiga ace could be killed ‘very quickly’ after swapping football for drug trafficking where he earned 6 TIMES wages

    FORMER La Liga star Koke has admitted he could be killed at any time after being jailed for drug trafficking.The ex-Malaga, Marseille and Sporting Lisbon striker received a six-year prison term from a Spanish court in May.
    Former Marseille and Malaga striker Koke has said he could be killed ‘very quickly’ after he was jailed for drug traffickingCredit: AFP
    The former pro has been sentenced to prison until 2027Credit: AFP
    Koke was found guilty of heading a 30-strong gang that smuggled mainly cannabis, but also cocaine.
    The 40-year old, whose real name is Sergio Contreras, has already spent some time in prison.
    However he is currently being allowed to stay at his home in Marbella.
    The much-travelled striker also played for Greek side Aris and clubs in the US, Azerbaijan, Germany, Bolivia and India.
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    Koke turned to crime after retiring from football in 2016 following a second spell with Aris.
    He told Canal Plus: “As a footballer I had the chance to earn a lot of money.  I was on around £800,000 a year.
    “But in the ‘other’ business I would make in two months what I earned in a year playing football.
    “However, you put your life at risk.
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    “In France you can get killed very quickly in the world of trafficking drugs.
    “Here in Spain I could get killed as well, although I am not scared.
    Koke finished his career at Greek outfit ArisCredit: Rex
    “I have contacts everywhere, but don’t get me wrong – I am no Pablo Escobar!
    “This was not a way that I chose, but something that I found in my life.
    “When people hear me described as an ‘international trafficker’ they think: ‘F****** hell, what has he done?’
    “Life is complicated for me right now.  I am awaiting to go back into prison.
    “I have to pay for the stupid things I have done, and to be finished with all of this as soon as possible.
    “There is an open prison system in Spain for people who have been playing silly b*****s.
    “I will go back to jail.  I don’t know for how long, but I have a sentence until 2027.
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    “There were lots of French people in the prison, including some from Marseilles.
    “I saw lots of Marseille football shirts in the jail!”
    Koke has seen Marseille shirts in prison – he played for the club between 2004 and 2006Credit: AFP More

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    Antony’s ex Gabriela Cavallin shares statement after Man Utd say he won’t return to training ‘until further notice’

    GABRIELA Cavallin has released a statement just hours after Manchester United announced that her ex Antony won’t return to training anytime soon. The £85million winger is currently being investigated by cops in both Manchester and Sao Paulo – and was axed from the Brazil national team for their World Cup qualifiers this month.
    Gabriela Cavallin posted a statement by her lawyers on InstagramCredit: The Sun
    Her statement came just hours after Antony announced he won’t be returning to training with Man UtdCredit: PA
    He strongly denies all allegations against him and vowed to clear his name in a new statement released by the club.
    The DJ and influencer, 22, shared a statement by her lawyers on her Instagram stories hours after Manchester United announced Antony’s indefinite leave of absence.
    It read: “Gabriela Cavallin’s defence, in view of the facts and evidence that became public knowledge on this date, regarding the repeated episodes of aggression suffered by her, informs that she trusts in the serious and competent investigation of the Civil Police of Sao Paulo, and equally of the Police of Manchester/UK, and hopes that, once completed, the aggressor will be prosecuted and punished for the crimes he committed.”
    United’s players who were not involved in the internationals were due to return to Carrington on Monday – but Antony has been granted an indefinite leave of absence.
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    Club sources insist he has not been suspended and will remain on full pay during his time away from Old Trafford.
    They believe the move reflects how seriously the club are taking the allegations and they will continue to review the situation.
    Cavallin led calls for the £85million player to be dropped from the squad in an exclusive interview today with The Sun on Sunday.
    The club had been facing increasing pressure to take action on Antony, especially after the controversy surrounding Mason Greenwood.
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    In a statement, Antony said: “I have agreed with Manchester United to take a period of absence while I address the allegations made against me.
    “This was a mutual decision to avoid distraction to my teammates and unnecessary controversy for the club.
    “I want to reiterate my innocence of the things I have been accused of, and I will fully cooperate with the police to help them reach the truth.
    “I look forward to returning to play as soon as possible.”
    Gabriela said she trusts the investigations on both sides of the AtlanticCredit: Instagram
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    Antony statement on Man Utd absence in full as he confirms he won’t return to training after abuse allegations

    ANTONY has issued a full statement as he confirmed he will not be returning to train with Manchester United.The £85million winger has been given a leave of absence by the club as he faces allegations of domestic abuse from three women.
    Antony issued a statement as he won’t return to Manchester UnitedCredit: PA
    He posted the statement on his Instagram
    Gabriela Cavallin led calls for him to be dropped by Man UtdCredit: Instagram
    United confirmed today that Antony will not be returning to train with the squad “until further notice”.
    His ex Gabriela Cavallin led calls for the £85million player to be dropped from the squad in an exclusive interview today with The Sun on Sunday.
    Antony strongly denies all allegations against him.
    In a statement released on his Instagram, Antony said: “I have agreed with Manchester United to take a period of absence while I address the allegations made against me.
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    “This was a mutual decision to avoid distraction to my teammates and unnecessary controversy for the club.
    “I want to reiterate my innocence of the things I have been accused of, and I will fully cooperate with the police to help them reach the truth.
    “I look forward to returning to play as soon as possible.”
    Sources insist he has not been suspended and will remain on full pay during his time away from Old Trafford.
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    They believe the move reflects how seriously the club are taking the allegations and they will continue to review the situation.
    He is currently being investigated by police in both Manchester and Sao Paolo – and was axed from the Brazil national team for their World Cup qualifiers this month.
    United’s players who were not involved in the internationals were due to return to Carrington on Monday.
    Gabriella, a model and DJ, today urged Old Trafford bosses to ban Antony from playing while police investigate claims he assaulted her.
    She told The Sun on Sunday: “Antony needs to be taken off the pitch.
    “It’s disappointing he’s still allowed to play while there’s an investigation.
    “I am absolutely destroyed by the whole process. How can life go on as normal for him?
    “They can’t just know what they know now and not do anything. He needs to be removed.”
    Gabriela, 22, demanded to know why United bosses waited three months to respond to the abuse allegations.
    It has been reported in Brazil that Gabriela has told police that £150,000-a-week Antony assaulted her four times.
    In tears, Gabriela told us: “Why did it take United three months?
    “It’s just not OK. I prefer not to believe such a huge club, with such serious and professional people, would cover up a situation like this.”
    Two more women have made similar claims against the winger.
    Law student Rayssa de Freitas said she needed hospital treatment following an incident in May last year after she was allegedly attacked by Antony and a woman in his Land Rover after they left a Sao Paulo nightclub.
    Ingrid Lana, a 33-year-old banker, has alleged in an interview in Brazil that Antony was sexually aggressive towards her while on a business trip to England in October.
    Antony denies all these claims.
    Leading charity Women’s Aid – which supports victims of domestic abuse – welcomed the decision by Utd.
    “At Women’s Aid we welcome the decision that following serious allegations of domestic abuse and violence against women, Antony will not be returning to training or games for [Manchester United] until further notice, as this situation is addressed,” they said.
    “Safeguarding must always be the priority.”
    In a statement, Man Utd said: “Manchester United acknowledges the allegations made against Antony.
    “Players who have not participated in international matches are due back in training on Monday.
    “However, it has been agreed with Antony that he will delay his return until further notice in order to address the allegations.
    “As a club we condemn acts of violence and abuse.
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    “We recognise the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation, and acknowledge the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse.”
    How you can get helpWomen’s Aid has this advice for victims and their families:

    Always keep your phone nearby.
    Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.
    If you are in danger, call 999.
    Familiarise yourself with the Silent Solution, reporting abuse without speaking down the phone, instead dialing “55”.
    Always keep some money on you, including change for a pay phone or bus fare.
    If you suspect your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a lower-risk area of the house – for example, where there is a way out and access to a telephone.
    Avoid the kitchen and garage, where there are likely to be knives or other weapons. Avoid rooms where you might become trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space.

    If you are a ­victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support ­service is open weekdays and weekends during the crisis – messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.
    Women’s Aid provides a live chat service – available weekdays from 8am-6pm and weekends 10am-6pm.
    You can also call the freephone 24-hour ­National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. More

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    Man Utd fan Rachel Riley shares statement over Antony decision after taking stand against club over Mason Greenwood

    MANCHESTER United fan Rachel Riley has shared a statement over the club’s decision on Antony.The £85 million winger has been granted a “leave of absence” from the club as he faces allegations of domestic violence from three women, including his ex Gabriela Cavallin.
    Man Utd fan Rachel Riley has taken a stand against her club
    Antony has denied all allegations of attacking ex-girlfriend Gabriela CavallinCredit: PA
    Gabriela told The Sun on Sunday: ‘Antony needs to be taken off the pitch.’Credit: Instagram
    The presenter, 37, took to social media after the club announced the decision for Antony not to return.
    He is currently being investigated by police in both Manchester and Sao Paolo – and was axed from the Brazil national team for their World Cup qualifiers this month.
    Gabriela led calls for the £85million player to be dropped from the squad in an exclusive interview today with The Sun on Sunday.
    Riley shared the news, along with a statement from the victims’ charity Women’s Aid.
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    Her intervention comes after she was also outspoken against United reintegrating Greenwood into the squad before his move to Getafe.
    And earlier this week she called the allegations against Antony “heinous” and called for change at the club.
    Antony strongly denies all allegations against him.
    Countdown star Riley shared the Women’s Aid statement with her nearly 700,000 followers on X.
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    “At Women’s Aid we welcome the decision that following serious allegations of domestic abuse and violence against women, Antony will not be returning to training or games for [Manchester United] until further notice, as this situation is addressed,” it said.
    “Safeguarding must always be the priority.”
    Manchester United announced on Sunday afternoon that Antony will not return to the club by a mutual decision.
    United’s players who were not involved in the internationals were due to return to Carrington on Monday – but Antony has been granted an indefinite leave of absence.
    Club sources insist he has not been suspended and will remain on full pay during his time away from Old Trafford.
    They believe the move reflects how seriously the club are taking the allegations and they will continue to review the situation.
    The club had been facing increasing pressure to take action on Antony, especially after the controversy surrounding Mason Greenwood.
    In a statement, Antony said: “I have agreed with Manchester United to take a period of absence while I address the allegations made against me.
    “This was a mutual decision to avoid distraction to my teammates and unnecessary controversy for the club.
    “I want to reiterate my innocence of the things I have been accused of, and I will fully cooperate with the police to help them reach the truth.
    “I look forward to returning to play as soon as possible.”
    Gabriella, a model and DJ, today urged Old Trafford bosses to ban Antony from playing while police investigate claims he assaulted her.
    She told The Sun on Sunday: “Antony needs to be taken off the pitch.
    “It’s disappointing he’s still allowed to play while there’s an investigation.
    “I am absolutely destroyed by the whole process. How can life go on as normal for him?
    “They can’t just know what they know now and not do anything. He needs to be removed.”
    Gabriela, 22, demanded to know why United bosses waited three months to respond to the abuse allegations.
    It has been reported in Brazil that Gabriela has told police that £150,000-a-week Antony assaulted her four times.
    In tears, Gabriela told us: “Why did it take United three months?
    “It’s just not OK. I prefer not to believe such a huge club, with such serious and professional people, would cover up a situation like this.”
    Gabriela talks exclusively to The Sun on SundayCredit: The Sun
    Antony appeared tearful last week on Brazilian TV
    Two more women have made similar claims against the winger.
    Law student Rayssa de Freitas said she needed hospital treatment following an incident in May last year after she was allegedly attacked by Antony and a woman in his Land Rover after they left a Sao Paulo nightclub.
    Ingrid Lana, a 33-year-old banker, has alleged in an interview in Brazil that Antony was sexually aggressive towards her while on a business trip to England in October.
    Gabriela vowed to keep fighting for her claims to be taken seriously.
    She said: “I will do everything in my power.
    “I will not give up. People need to be held accountable.
    “It doesn’t matter what profession or how famous someone might be.
    “If they took action against his teammate, I don’t see why Antony should be treated differently.”
    In a statement, Man Utd said: “Manchester United acknowledges the allegations made against Antony.
    “Players who have not participated in international matches are due back in training on Monday.
    “However, it has been agreed with Antony that he will delay his return until further notice in order to address the allegations.
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    “As a club we condemn acts of violence and abuse.
    “We recognise the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation, and acknowledge the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse.”
    How you can get helpWomen’s Aid has this advice for victims and their families:

    Always keep your phone nearby.

    Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.

    If you are in danger, call 999.

    Familiarise yourself with the Silent Solution, reporting abuse without speaking down the phone, instead dialing “55”.

    Always keep some money on you, including change for a pay phone or bus fare.

    If you suspect your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a lower-risk area of the house – for example, where there is a way out and access to a telephone.

    Avoid the kitchen and garage, where there are likely to be knives or other weapons.

    Avoid rooms where you might become trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space.

    If you are a ­victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support ­service is open weekdays and weekends during the crisis – messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.
    Women’s Aid provides a live chat service – available weekdays from 8am-6pm and weekends 10am-6pm.
    You can also call the freephone 24-hour ­National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. More

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    Man Utd must drop ‘abuser’ Antony just like Mason Greenwood, says star’s ex Gabriela Cavallin

    THE woman at the centre of the new Manchester United abuse allegations says accused star Antony should be axed.Model Gabriela Cavallin, the ex-girlfriend of the £85million winger, urged Old Trafford bosses to ban him from playing while police investigate claims he assaulted her.
    Gabriela Cavallin told The Sun on Sunday: ‘Antony needs to be taken off the pitch. It’s disgusting he’s still allowed to play while there’s an investigation’Credit: Instagram
    Brazilian Antony in action for Manchester UnitedCredit: PA
    Gabriela claimed Antony threw a glass at her in May, injuring her fingerCredit: UOL/Gabriela Cavallin
    Her revelations come after Brazilian Antony, 23, gave a tearful TV interview in his home country on Friday denying the claims and vowing to clear his name.
    Gabriela told The Sun on Sunday: “Antony needs to be taken off the pitch. It’s disappointing he’s still allowed to play while there’s an investigation.
    “I am absolutely destroyed by the whole process. How can life go on as normal for him? They can’t just know what they know now and not do anything. He needs to be removed.”
    Gabriela, 22, demanded to know why United bosses waited three months to respond to the abuse allegations.
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    The club is already reeling from criticism over the way it handled abuse allegations against Mason Greenwood.
    It has been reported in Brazil that Gabriela has told police that £150,000-a-week Antony assaulted her four times.
    She previously alleged she was first attacked in June 2022 while pregnant and on holiday in Brazil.
    And she claimed in January Antony headbutted and punched her in a Manchester hotel, damaging a breast implant.
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    And she claimed he threw a glass at her in May, injuring her finger.
    Antony, who has made 31 appearances for United since the alleged incidents, has denied all wrongdoing.
    For legal reasons, Gabriela has been careful not to speak about the allegations themselves in our interview as there is a police investigation.
    She first filed a complaint in Brazil in June.
    Last Monday — after the allegations were reported by Brazilian media — Antony was dropped from the national squad.
    Two days later United issued a statement insisting they were taking the matter seriously but would not act during the police inquiry.
    In tears, Gabriela told us: “Why did it take United three months?
    “It’s just not OK. I prefer not to believe such a huge club, with such serious and professional people, would cover up a situation like this.”
    Two more women have made similar claims against the winger.
    Law student Rayssa de Freitas said she needed hospital treatment following an incident in May last year after she was allegedly attacked by Antony and a woman in his Land Rover after they left a Sao Paulo nightclub.
    Ingrid Lana, a 33-year-old banker, has alleged in an interview in Brazil that Antony was sexually aggressive towards her while on a business trip to England in October.
    Gabriela vowed to keep fighting for her claims to be taken seriously.
    She said: “I will do everything in my power.
    “I will not give up. People need to be held accountable.
    “It doesn’t matter what profession or how famous someone might be.
    “If they took action against his teammate, I don’t see why Antony should be treated differently.”
    United suspended striker Greenwood, 21, when he was arrested on suspicion of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault last year.
    All charges against him were later dropped and he has been loaned to Spanish club Getafe.
    Antony insisted in his Brazilian TV interview: “I know the truth and it will come out.”
    He also spoke out against domestic violence and insisted he would never harm a woman.
    He said: “I’m 100 per cent sure I’ve never touched a woman, and I’ll come up with the evidence. People will see the truth.
    “I have never assaulted and I will never assault.
    “I’m sure I’ve never committed physical violence.”
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    United said yesterday: “Manchester United acknowledges the allegations made against Antony and notes that the police are conducting enquiries.
    “Pending further information, the club will be making no further comments.”
    Gabriela says Antony hurt her fingers in an alleged attackCredit: instagram
    Gabriela talks exclusively to The SunCredit: The Sun
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    Former England international footballer Ashley Cole banned from the road and fined £3k over string of driving offences

    FORMER England international footballer Ashley Cole has been banned from the road and fined £3,000 over a string of driving offences.The star pleaded guilty to two speeding charges and one count of failing to provide information about a driver.
    He pleaded guilty to three driving offencesCredit: Getty
    A judge at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court fined Cole £3,340 and banned him from driving for six months.
    Former Arsenal and Chelsea star Cole was not present at court, with his guilty pleas entered through his lawyers.
    District Judge Timothy Bosworth said “bearing in mind his means” it was fitting that Cole paid the maximum fine of £1,000 for each offence.
    Cole had faced two other charges of failing to provide information about a driver – but they were dismissed after the prosecution formally offered no evidence.
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    Prosecutor Vincent Yip said that on March 11 last year Cole drove his Mercedes at 40mph down Leeds Street in Liverpool, which has a 30mph speed limit.
    On January 11 this year he drove a different Mercedes at 41mph down Garston Way, which has the same limit.
    Cole also failed to respond to a notice asking who was driving speeding car registered to him which went past a camera on December 11 last year.
    The judge said that Cole, currently the assistant manager of the England under-21 side, already had three points on his licence – with the new offences “totting up” more than 12 points.
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    DJ Bosworth said: “As Mr Cole’s lawyers indicate, he is well aware of this – and does not seek to put forward any reasons why he should not be disqualified and being disqualified in absence.”
    He added that there was no requirement for Cole to attend proceedings – and that “no criticism attaches to him not being here today”. More

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    Man jailed for attacking Newcastle manager Eddie Howe at Leeds match

    A LEEDS fan has been jailed for attacking Newcastle manager Eddie Howe when he invaded the pitch during a match.David Derbyshire, 35, stormed the Newcastle dug-out at Elland Road in May this year.
    David Derbyshire shoved Eddie Howe in the dug-out
    He was later dragged away by stewardsCredit: Reuters
    The football fan rowed with Howe before shoving him in the arm during the injury time attack.
    He was then dragged away by staff at the Leeds ground as the drama was watched by thousands on BT Sport.
    After he was arrested, Derbyshire told cops: “I went on the pitch, I went on the pitch, I am a d**k.”
    He has now been jailed for 12 weeks and slapped with a six-year football banning order.
    Leeds Magistrates’ Court was previously told Derbyshire has been served with a lifetime ban from Elland Road.
    Following the assault, Howe said: “He confronted me, said something that I can’t repeat and was then led away.
    “I’m OK. Moments like that do make you think about the safety of staff and players is paramount for me at any matches in the Premier League and Football League. We need to be mindful, security is so important.
    “I don’t know if I had time to be fearful because it was over in a flash but it certainly makes you think ‘what if’ and I think it is moments like this that should make people look and analyse how we can improve safety for staff and players.
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    “No one should have to face that, playing a sport we love and trying to entertain the country, no one should feel like their own personal safety is violated. It is something for us to reflect on.”
    More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online.Thesun.co.uk is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
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