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      Inside gilded life of Qatar’s Sheikh Tamim ahead of ‘£4bn Man United bid’ – £276bn fortune to THREE wives and supercars

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      WHEN it comes to the world’s richest dynasties, few can compare to the wealth of the Qatar royal family. Thanks to their staggering £276billion net worth they live a life of luxury filled with yachts, supercars… and football.
      The Emir, who masterminded last year’s World Cup, is the head of the Qatari royal familyCredit: Getty
      The ruler hopes to purchase Manchester United, according to reportsCredit: AP:Associated Press
      This week it was reported the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani is set to put in a £4billion bid for Manchester United.
      According to reports, the 42-year-old ruler believes the English Premier League club is not worth more than £4.5billion, and is expected to submit his bid before Friday’s deadline.
      Sheikh Tamin, who masterminded Qatar’s World Cup bid and famously draped a traditional Arab men’s cloak around Argentine winner Lionel Messi’s shoulders during the trophy presentation, has been head of state since 2013.
      He has established himself as a shrewd businessman – and already owns French side Paris Saint-Germain.
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      Worth a whopping £1.4billion individually, Sheikh Tamin – who has three wives – and his family are known to enjoy a taste of the finer things in life. Here we delve into his opulent lifestyle.
      Vast wealth
      Named the most influential Muslim in the world last year by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre, Sheikh Tamim came into power when his father abdicated and his older brother renounced his rights to the throne.
      He owns a string of properties – including Dudley House, once one of Britain’s most expensive mansions.
      Sheikh Tamin met the Queen at Windsor CastleCredit: Getty
      He owns Dudley House, once one of Britain’s most expensive homes
      The sheikh owns two homes on the exclusive Cornwall TerraceCredit: SWNS.com
      The home, now nicknamed Sheikh Shack, is on London’s Park Lane and is said to be worth a mind-blowing £200million.
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      It took him six years to refurbish the 44,000-square-foot, 17-bedroom home, which boasts a 50ft ballroom, an 81ft long picture gallery, £100million worth of furniture and breathtaking views of Hyde Park.
      When he hosted Queen Elizabeth II there, she was so impressed she reportedly told Sheikh Tamim: “This place makes Buckingham Palace look rather dull.”
      The Emir also owns two homes on London’s Cornwall Terrace – the most expensive row of houses in the world.
      His main residence is the Emiri Diwan Palace, a sprawling complex located in the country’s capital city, Doha, built to reflect the state’s power and wealth.
      The Qatari royals travel in style and have owned multiple private jets – including a £165,000 aircraft dubbed a “flying palace”.
      The royal family has owned a number of private jetsCredit: controller
      The ruler owns a limited edition LaFerrari which cost £888,000Credit: Getty
      He also has an extravagant superyacht which comes with a guest elevator and private cinemaCredit: Getty
      The ruler’s official residence in Doha, Qatar’s capitalCredit: Alamy
      It came equipped with a huge dining table, luxurious remote-controlled beds and gold fittings and fixtures.
      Sheikh Tamim is also renowned for his fleet of luxury cars, and is proud owner of a limited edition red LaFerrari.
      Italian luxury car makers Ferrari only produced 499 and slapped an eye-watering £888,000 price tag on it.
      Sheikh Tamim also owns the luxurious Al Lusail superyacht, said to be worth £400million. It boasts an onboard beauty salon, guest elevator and private cinema.
      He instructed designers to build it a foot shorter than his father’s own superyacht, The Katara, as a mark of respect.
      Three wives
      Sheikh Tamim’s first wife Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani, seen with him at Buckingham PalaceCredit: Alamy
      Sheikh Tamim’s first wife is also his second cousin. She accompanies him on key international visits (pictured with the King and Queen of Spain)Credit: Getty
      The ruler and his son Hamad with French President Emmanuel Macron in ParisCredit: Getty
      In accordance with traditional Sunni and Shia Islamic laws, Muslim men are permitted to marry multiple women.
      Dad-of-13 Sheikh Tamim has three wives – his first, Sheikha Jawaher, who he married in 2005, serves as his First Lady and accompanies him on official trips including to the Queen’s funeral last year.
      The couple are second cousins and share four children – two daughters and two sons.
      Sheikha Jawaher’s father was once a powerful government official and has served as a deputy foreign minister and minister of Public Health.
      Sheikh Tamim married his second wife, Sheikha Al-Anoud bint Mana Al Hajri, with whom he shares five kids, in 2009 – she was the daughter of Qatar’s ambassador to Jordan.
      A year after he took over as ruler in 2013, it was announced that he had married his third wife, Sheikha Noora bint Hathal Al Dosari, who he shares four children with.
      Investments
      The sheik has investments in some of the most iconic properties including New York’s Empire State BuildingCredit: Getty
      The Qatari royal family hold investments in some of the world’s most iconic properties including London’s The Shard, Harrods department store, Canary Wharf and New York’s Empire State Building.
      They also own shares in Barclays Bank, British Airways, Volkswagen, Porsche and Louis Vuitton.
      Their investments in the UK alone come to a whopping £40billion.
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      Among his lucrative ventures, Sheikh Tamim is the current owner of Paris Saint Germain, having ploughed £1.5billion into the club.
      If his deal with Manchester United is confirmed, he will own two of the biggest clubs in football.
      The ruler is a keen football fan and plans to own both Paris Saint Germain and Manchester UnitedCredit: instagram More

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      How Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds spends his $150m fortune – from fleet of supercars to wife’s $2m engagement ring

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      IN his 32-year career as one of Hollywood’s best-loved heartthrobs, Ryan Reynolds has made an enviable fortune for himself. The Deadpool star, 46, is now worth an estimated $150million and although he lives a relatively low-key lifestyle, he has no problem splashing the cash.
      Ryan Reynolds and Blake lively are one of the most glamorous couples in showbizCredit: Getty
      Ryan’s most famous purchase came in 2021 when – alongside fellow actor Rob McElhenney – he bought non-league football club Wrexham for $2.5million.
      And the actor delighted fans as he appeared on TV to hand Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Mark Hughes a shirt as his side drew 3-3 in the FA Cup over the weekend.
      From luxury cars to expensive jewellery and private jets to business ventures, Ryan lives the life of a true Hollywood A-Lister alongside his wife Blake Lively, 35.
      Here, we look at the incredible life of one of the most influential power couples in the entertainment industry.
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      Luxury cars
      The couple in their LamborghiniCredit: PacificCoastNews
      Ryan is known for his love of superbikesCredit: Bruja/Jeff Steinberg, PacificCoastNews.com
      Ryan is known for his love of supercars and has an impressive collection.
      It’s been reported that he and Blake own over 20 vehicles including a Lamborghini Aventador – the 2022 edition of the car has a starting price of $507,353.
      Among his other luxury rides are a Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes-Benz 190 SL, and an Audi R8.
      Ryan has been described as an adrenaline junkie and is an avid fan of motorbikes.
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      He is said to be the proud owner of a Ducati SC1000, which he’s customised with a leather seat and a heat wrap, and a Triumph Bonneville.
      The star is also fond of cheaper cars such as the Toyota Prius and BMW 7 Series.
      Designer life
      They are known for their impeccable style and love for designer brandsCredit: Getty
      Ryan and Blake are red carpet darlings and are often seen showing off their incredible style.
      It’s been reported that she doesn’t even need a stylist and often picks out and coordinates her outfits herself, unlike many of her peers.
      She once explained this in an interview: “Probably because I have control issues and a big ego – that’s probably the honest answer.”
      Blake’s closet consists of clothes from expensive designers such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dolce and Gabbana.
      In 2021, fans were able to get a rare glimpse of her wardrobe, which included bags gifted to her by designers and a mind-blowing collection of shoes.
      This includes 21 pairs of Louboutin heels – which can cost up to $3,462 for a single pair.
      According to reports, Blake once brought 40 pairs of the red-bottomed shoes to the set of one of her movies.
      Bling couple
      Blake’s ring cost nearly £1.7millionCredit: Getty
      Ryan is said to have asked Blake to marry him with a bespoke 12 carat rose gold ring that cost nearly $2million, making it one of the most expensive celebrity engagement rings.
      Ryan worked on the ring with iconic jeweller and Blake’s friend Lorraine Schwartz.
      But that’s not all – Blake is known for her love of all things that sparkle and reportedly showed off a whopping $10million worth of jewellery in one week.
      For her look on the 2018 Met Gala red carpet, she adorned herself with jewellery that cost $2million.
      She’s not the only one in the family who’s fond of the flashier things in life, however.
      Ryan, who was once an ambassador for the Swiss luxury watch brand Piaget, has been seen rocking some expensive timepieces.
      His remarkable collection is said to include classics by Cartier, Panerai, Chopard, and Omega.
      Sprawling property
      The couple tied the knot at Boone Hall PlantationCredit: Boone Hall Plantation
      Ryan has an enviable property portfolio, thanks to his illustrious career, where he’s once said to have charged over $20million for a movie.
      The couple’s breathtaking farmhouse on the outskirts of New York, which sits on 500,000 square foot of land, is said to have set them back over nearly $5.7million.
      They secretly bought the house in 2012 before the birth of their first child.
      Fans have only managed to get glimpses of the interior of the property they share with kids Inez, Betty, and Jame through Instagram posts and interviews granted by Ryan during the Covid outbreak.
      The interior has a rustic vibe with a wooden dining table, beige leather sofas, and a washed wood beam.
      Although the home is magnificent, it is also discreet with neighbours including businesswoman Martha Stewart and designer Ralph Lauren.
      The couple secretly tied the knot in September 2012 at the lavish Boone Hall Plantation, which has been featured in movies such as The Notebook.
      Business ventures and jet setting
      Ryan is the co-owner of Wrexham A.F.C.Credit: instagram/vancityreynolds
      Over the years, Ryan has invested in a number of businesses – some of those took fans and even his wife by surprise.
      He is a co-owner of Welsh football club Wrexham A.FC., the third oldest professional football team in the world, which he bought at $2.5million.
      Blake had no idea that her husband was planning a takeover of the club and was initially not impressed with the purchase.
      When asked in an interview with Jimmy Kimmel about her reaction, Ryan said: “Not good. Not great. We’re still working through that one.”
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      Ryan has also taken on business ventures such as Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile.
      The pair are also known for their extensive work with charities – they donated over $500,000 to a Canadian water charity and matched donations of up to $1million for families displayed by Putin’s war in Ukraine. More

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      Inside Shakira’s mad war with Pique’s parents – ‘building wall’ to keep out mother-in-law to dig over ‘terrible’ hairdo

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      THEY once heaped praise on each other with Shakira affectionately referring to Montserrat Bernabéu as “my little mother-in-law.”But now the fur is flying, following the She-Wolf singer’s split from Gerard Pique, after 12 years together.
      Shakira with Gerard, his brother Marc (left) and parents Joan Pique and Montserrat Bernabeu, in 2013Credit: Alamy
      The witch doll appeared on the singer’s balcony, overlooking her in-laws homeCredit: Splash
      Shakira, who lives next door to her ex’s parents in a gated community in Barcelona, took a swipe at Montserrat, 60, in the diss track she released last week – then played the song at full volume so her in-laws could hear.
      She added insult to injury by placing a mannequin of a witch on a balcony overlooking their house.
      Now it’s reported the Hips Don’t Lie star is building a wall between the two properties, which are joined in some areas, after a cement mixer was seen in the grounds.    
      The 45-year-old Colombian is said to be furious with Gerard’s parents after they welcomed his new lover, 23-year-old Clara Chia Marti, with open arms.
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      The split last summer has led to a bitter war of words between Shakira and Gerard – who share sons Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven. 
      Now the brutal tit for tat has spilled over to the rest of the family, with dad Joan Pique also getting involved.
      Gerard Pique and Shakira were a couple for 12 yearsCredit: Getty
      The split happened after Gerard met Clara Chia Marti, then 22Credit: BackGrid
      Mansions with connecting grounds
      It’s a toxic turn of events for the family, who claimed to be close during the couple’s 12-year-romance – which began on the set of the video for Shakira’s 2010 World Cup anthem, “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).”  
      In 2015, after the birth of second son Sasha, the couple splashed out £4.9million on a mansion in Ciutat Diagonal, one of the most exclusive gated communities in Spain, just half an hour from the centre of Barcelona. 
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      The stunning mansion, with sea views, is spread over 1,500 square feet, and boasts seven bedrooms, two kitchens, a swimming pool with a waterfall, a gym, games room and private cinema.
      Wanting to be close to their grandchildren, Montserrat, an eminent neurologist, and her lawyer husband moved into the property next door.
      At the time, relations were good and Shakira spent a lot of time with Montserrat, attending various events together and posting family snaps on social media.
      The £4.9m house is next door to Pique’s parentsCredit: Solarpix
      The palatial mansion boasts a gym, cinema room and games roomCredit: Instagram/shakira
      Close relationship
      As well as helping care for the two boys, Pique’s parents looked after the house when they were away, and were sleeping upstairs in 2018 when it was burgled, with raiders stealing expensive watches and jewellery worth thousands of pounds.
      In an interview with Vogue, Montserrat described Shakira as “a spectacular person, a simple woman with great values who also happens to be the second most important woman in showbusiness. I find her a fascinating person.”
      The pair still seemed to be close shortly before the shock split, in June 2021, when the singer gently mocked her partner’s mum for advising her to get her famous locks cut into a sleek bob, debuted at a ceremony in her honour thrown by the  French Ministry of Culture in 2012. 
      In a Vogue video, which has gone viral since the row flared up, she says: “Oh wow, how terrible, that’s a really bad haircut. 
      “I took advice from my mother-in-law. She said ‘Hey, why don’t you cut your hair? It’s really damaged.’ And me: ‘Ah, uh-huh,’”
      “Worst mistake of my life. Mother-in-law, I’m not taking cosmetic advice from you again.” 
      Shakira with Milan and Montserrat at a La Liga gameCredit: Getty
      She blamed her mother-in-law for the ‘terrible’ bobCredit: Getty
      Shock split
      Given their previously close relationship, Shakira may have expected her in-laws to condemn their son’s romance with Clara – which reportedly began months before the 2022 split.
      Rumours the former Barcelona star was having an affair emerged in June and days later, the couple shocked fans when they released a joint statement announcing their separation, adding: “For the well-being of our children, who are our highest priority, we ask that you respect our privacy. Thank you for your understanding.”
      Spanish outlet El Periodico reported that they had been living separately for a few weeks, after Shakira kicked him out of the family home.
      Three months later, she was furious when he went public with new girlfriend Clara, then 22, and she was hurt and infuriated to discover Gerard’s parents actively supported his “romance” from the beginning.
      The couple made frequent visits to his parents’ home, in full view of the scorned singer, and invited the PR student to use their swimming pool.
      Earlier this month, Shakira was said to be “devastated” after footage of a zoom interview from August 2021, seemed to show Clara in the background of the family home – ten months before the couple announced their separation – while Shakira was reportedly abroad with the boys.
      She also revealed she turned sleuth on her cheating ex after discovering a jar of strawberry jam – which he hated – had been opened, suggesting he had been entertaining a ‘guest’ while she was away. 
      Images of Clara at the couple’s house before the split emerged recentlyCredit: YouTube/Ibai
      The singer was close to MontserratCredit: Instagram
      Diss track
      The star’s bitter new diss track – BZRP Music Sessions #53 – takes a swipe at both Gerard and Clara, referring to the women’s respective ages with the lyric: “I’m worth two 22s. You traded a Ferrari for a Twingo, you traded a Rolex for a Casio.”
      But she also gets in a dig at Montserrat, spitting: “You left me the mother-in-law as a neighbour.”
      As the feud escalated, Shakira played the tracks at full volume, on repeat, so her in-laws could hear. 
      In a bizarre move, she also placed a life-size mannequin, dressed as a witch on  a broomstick, on the balcony of her house, overlooking her in-laws’ home.
      Journalist Marc Leirado said the mannequin, with long grey hair and a witch’s hat, had spooked Montserrat.
      “Weeks ago, I got some information that Pique’s mother was worried about an alleged ritual that was done to her with a black witch,” he wrote.
      The star recorded a diss track with pal BizarrapCredit: DALE PLAY RECORDS
      The witch overlooking the Piques’ homeCredit: Splash
      He says Pique’s mum had asked a member of Shakira’s staff to remove it and it was temporarily taken down before being replaced.
      It seems she is now attempting to distance herself from the Pique family further, by building a wall around the mansion, which is soon to go up for sale as part of the split settlement.
      While Montserrat remains tight-lipped about the barbs from Shakira, she removed a ‘like’ she had given to the post of Shakira’s new song.
      Joan Pique responded with a humorous swipe of his own – changing his WhatsApp profile to a picture of Kevin Costner from Dancing With Wolves, an obvious reference to the She-Wolf tag.
      Gerard has also hit back with his own mocking stunts – turning up to work at his seven-a-side league office in a Twingo and gloating that he has secured sponsorship from Casio, in a direct reference to Shakira’s lyrics.
      In a video posted online, he told fans: “The King’s League struck a deal with Casio” as his former team-mate and ex-Man City star Sergio Aguero is seen chanting “Casio” on the video wall behind him. 
      Pique then points to a new timepiece and says “this watch will last a lifetime” before handing everybody on the set a watch.
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      With the house about to be put up for sale, Shakira is planning a move to Miami with the boys but her 91-year-old dad, who has lived with her since being hospitalised after a fall last year, is not currently well enough.
      So it seems for now, the singer is stuck with the neighbours – no matter how much she hates them. 
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      Inside Lionesses star Beth Mead’s glamorous life with partner Vivianne Miedema – from Ibiza hols to very pampered pooch

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      HER stunning goals helped the Lionesses bring it home this summer – and made her one of the most recognisable sportswomen on the planet. And this week, Beth Mead’s rapid rise to fame since the Women’s Euros was rounded off when she won the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year.
      Beth Mead took home the coveted BBC Sports Personality Of The Year award this weekCredit: bethmead_/Instagram
      Beth and partner Vivianne Miedema at the Ballon D’or AwardsCredit: viviannemiedema/ Instagram
      The 27-year-old was accompanied at the ceremony by partner and teammate Vivianne Miedema, 26 – with both pictured in crutches following recent injuries.
      It followed a glamorous appearance at the prestigious Ballon d’Or Feminin in October, where both were dressed to the nines in stunning black dresses and walked the carpet together.
      Eventually, Beth came second place – just 26 points separating her from the top spot, while Vivienne came 11th over all.
      At just 16 years old in 2011, Beth was signed by Sunderland and played there for five years before Arsenal came calling.
      It was here that she met her former girlfriend, Danielle van de Donk, who lived with her during lockdown before they split.
      She has since found love with Dutch footballer Vivianne, who also plays for Arsenal and is one of the most prolific goal scorers in the Women’s Super League
      Opening up on her love life, Beth said: “When I was growing up, where I came from, there weren’t many people I knew that were openly gay or bisexual.
      “My parents, at the time, maybe struggled in the beginning and it was something that was hard for me to say.”
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      Luxury holidays
      Beth shared snaps of her girls’ holiday to Ibiza with some of her Arsenal teammates earlier this yearCredit: bethmead_/Instagram
      Beth and Viv know how to enjoy life off the pitch tooCredit: viviannemiedema/ Instagram
      The pair keep fans updated with their lives on InstagramCredit: bethmead_/Instagram
      Now, however, Beth is happy to keep her legions of fans updated with her life off the pitch and regularly posts pics with her girlfriend.
      Their Instagrams show they love a holiday, with Beth sharing snaps from recent trips to Zakynthos and Greece.
      Beth also posted pictures from a girls’ holiday to Ibiza with her Arsenal teammates back in May, including one shot of them posing with club owner Wayne Lineker.
      Closer to home, they celebrated Beth’s 27th birthday with a trip to the Radio Rooftop in London earlier this year.
      Another member of her family that Beth loves to show off is her adorable pooch Rona.
      The footballer even dresses the dog up for Christmas in a Santa outfit.
      Journey to the top
      Beth initially had to play on all-boys teams as there weren’t any for girls in her hometownCredit: Beth Mead
      Beth has her own home in London, where she spent lockdownCredit: bethmead_/Instagram
      Despite her incredible success, Beth’s journey to the top hasn’t been easy.
      Growing up in the small village of Hinderwell in North Yorkshire, she had to play on boys’ teams at school because they didn’t have a female team.
      Initially, her parents were worried that playing with boys might be too rough for their daughter, but she quickly proved they had nothing to worry about.
      Beth recalled: ‘When she [mum] came back an hour later, he [the coach] basically said I was rougher than most of the boys!”
      She then went on to play for Middlesbrough Academy, with her loving mum taking on a second job to cover the cost of petrol to get Beth to and from training and games.
      Ever thankful to her parents, the striker has described them as “big people who have influenced [my] footballing career”.
      She shared her parents’ strong work ethic and took on double shifts as a waitress and behind the bar so she could earn enough to buy her first pair of football boots.
      Beth said: “I used to work Friday, Saturday. Sunday was double time behind the bar. I was a waitress part-time just to afford the boots. I enjoyed working there and I got my boots in the end.”
      Tragic diagnosis
      In 2021 Beth’s mum June was diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer.
      “I know I’m not going to share all those moments with my mum for the rest of my life anymore, so to share that moment with her last summer was just incredible,” Mead told the BBC after her SPOTY nomination was announced.
      “For me, football’s always been my first true love.
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      “My mum sacrificed so much, she worked two jobs and I wouldn’t be where I am without them. Nearly a year down the line we found out it was incurable. She’s still fighting.”
      Her father Richard also thinks the tragedy spurred his daughter on. He said: “The diagnosis with her mum, was a trigger for her to show the world what Beth Mead is really about. I think in the Euros she managed to do that.”
      The star is always up for a laugh and got dressed up for Halloween with Arsenal teammates Steph Catley and Jen BeattieCredit: bethmead_/Instagram
      Pictured with her pup and ex girlfriend Danielle van de DonkCredit: bethmead_/Instagram More

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      How Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez is different to other WAGS – £2m jewellery to outburst over Portugal snub

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      FOR years, the likes of Victoria Beckham and Coleen Rooney have ruled the roost as queens of the WAGs.But during the Qatar World Cup, it has been Georgina Rodriguez, the girlfriend of Portugal ace Cristiano Ronaldo, who is making a claim for the throne.
      Georgina Rodriguez has stood out amongst the Qatar World Cup WAGsCredit: Instagram / @georginagio
      While the Three Lions’ wives and girlfriends are keeping a low profile, the stunning model, 28, has set herself apart with Kim Kardashian-esque photoshoots, eye-wateringly expensive jewellery and savage outbursts over the management of her partner, 37.
      Georgina and her man have been dating since 2017 after first meeting at the Gucci shop where she worked.
      She is now the most-followed WAG on Instagram, not surprising considering Ronaldo has more fans on the platform than anyone else in the world.
      Here, we take a look at how Georgina has carved out a different path to the other World Cup WAGs – and established herself as the one to beat.
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      Dripping in bling
      Georgina made sure to turn heads when she went to cheer on Portugal on TuesdayCredit: Instagram/@georginagio
      The model’s jewellery was worth nearly £2millionCredit: Instagram/@georginagio
      While many WAGs show up in T-shirts and trainers to cheer on their other halves at the World Cup, Georgina has other ideas.
      Dressed to the nines, she arrived at Portugal’s clash with Switzerland on Tuesday wearing a bunch of jewellery that was reportedly worth nearly £2million.
      She looked incredible in a figure-clinching black midi dress and green coat paired with metallic silver pumps.
      Her lavish jewellery list was topped by a £600,000 diamond engagement ring from Cristiano Ronaldo.
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      She was also decked in a £450,000 necklace and bracelet set and a 10ct ring on her other finger thought to be worth a whopping £300,000.
      In addition, the brunette beauty wore a 40mm Rolex GMT 18ct gold watch set with diamonds that retails for £400,000.
      But that’s not all – Georgina added a £50,000 diamond band to her look and clutched a £7,090 Chanel bag in grained calfskin.
      She also wore diamond-encrusted earrings, which is likely to have pushed her jewellery estimate well over the £2million mark.
      Standing by her man
      She wasn’t afraid to speak out and slam Portugal’s coach this weekCredit: SOCIAL MEDIA
      Ronaldo was not too happy about being benched for Portugal’s clash with SwitzerlandCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Georgina railed against the decision on Instagram
      Georgina posted a number of pictures from her time at the stadium on that same day, where she spoke out against Portugal’s coach, Fernando Santos.
      Much to her frustration, the football boss benched her man for the majority of the match.
      The snub came after the former Manchester United player appeared to throw a tantrum when he was substituted off in Portugal’s loss against South Korea.
      When asked about Ronaldo’s sulk, Santos said: “If I see the images, yes, I didn’t like it, not at all. I really didn’t like it.”
      Writing on her Instagram post, Georgina said: “Congratulations Portugal. While the 11 players sang the anthem all goals placed on you. 
      “What a shame he didn’t get to enjoy the best player in the world for the 90 minutes. The fans haven’t stopped claiming you and screaming your name. 
      “I hope God and your dear friend Fernando hold hands and make us vibrate one more night.”
      Her post marked one of the very few times any WAG has dared to openly criticise the decision of their partner’s coach.
      Sultry desert photoshoots
      Georgina has been making the most of her time in QatarCredit: Instagram @georginagio
      She showed off her sophisticated style with a series of snapsCredit: Instagram @georginagio
      Georgina has been making the most of her time in Qatar and even did an impromptu Kim Kardashian-style photoshoot during a desert walk.
      Ahead of Portugal’s match with Switzerland, she wore a tight army green dress with a patterned Louis Vuitton scarf tied around it.
      This time, she settled for a more understated look with her long locks slicked back in a braided ponytail.
      She also opted for medium-sized hoop earrings, and a cross necklace.
      In other snaps, she’s seen wearing a long Adidas tracksuit coat over her dress teamed with a pair of chic sunglasses.
      Her sister, Ivana also posted a picture of the pair with the caption: “Desert of Qatar. Super experience. What a great time we had!!!”
      Building a brand
      She was greeted with a huge cake of Ronaldo and the family upon arrival at her Qatar hotelCredit: Instagram @georginagio
      Upon arrival in Qatar, Georgina was greeted with a giant Cristiano Ronaldo cake.
      A staunch supporter of her partner, she was naturally seen in a CR7 tracksuit bottom and has been instrumental to the couple’s brand building.
      With a following of 40.3million, Georgina is the most followed WAG on Instagram.
      Her closest competition is Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards, who is the fiancée of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain at 16.5million.
      Since meeting Ronaldo while working in a Gucci shop, she has become a businesswoman, model, and brand ambassador in her own right.
      Earlier this year, she scored big when she landed her own reality show, I Am Georgina on Netflix.
      The six-part show told the Spanish model’s story in her own words and featured appearances by Ronaldo, who gushed about his love for her.
      On the show, viewers got a peak into her lavish lifestyle, which included watching the Monaco Grand Prix from her personal yacht to walking down the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival.
      They have three children together and managed to navigate the storm of losing an unborn baby earlier this year.
      Georgina is now said to be making plans to wed Ronaldo, who is reportedly worth over £300million.
      In a 2019 interview with Piers Morgan, Ronaldo said it would be his mother’s dream to see him wed Georgina.
      He said: “We’ll be [married] one day, for sure,” he said.
      “It’s my mum’s dream as well. So, one day. Why not? It’s great. She’s my friend. We have conversations. I open the heart for her and she opens the heart for me.”
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      Georgina and Ronaldo with the family
      Ronaldo says his mother would like to see him and Georgina married one dayCredit: Getty
      She now enjoys lavish holidays and the finer things in lifeCredit: Instagram
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      How England’s Qatar World Cup squad are relaxing before Wales clash – The Crown binges to team’s worst basketball player

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      TENSIONS are high ahead of the World Cup’s first home nations clash between England and Wales. The historic match, dubbed the ‘Battle of Britain’, could eliminate the Dragons from the tournament after they qualified for the first time in 64 years.
      England’s John Stones, Eric Dier and Jude Bellingham were snapped topless on a beach ahead of the Wales gameCredit: Channel 5 News
      John Stones and Bellingham battle it out during a game of water poloCredit: Twitter / England
      The Three Lions are under the cosh too after a dull 0-0 draw against the USA, but have been finding plenty of ways to unwind ahead of tonight’s showdown.
      Yesterday, team members including John Stones, Eric Dier and Jude Bellingham were snapped soaking up the sun at the beach, while others lapped up luxury in the palm-tree-laden Souq Al-Wakra Hotel.
      But it’s not the only way England’s World Cup squad have let their hair down – here we reveal what they’ve been up to… when they’re not trying to bring it home.
      Posh grub and massages
      The Three Lions are staying in an opulent five-star resort, just 10 miles south of Doha and it’s been kitted out to tailor to their needs.
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      Jack Grealish shared behind-the-scenes snaps showing off a lush swimming pool at night with illuminated palm trees, comfy recliners and a couple of floating seats in the water.
      Another showed forward Bukayo Saka tucking into a delicious-looking meal with tomato ketchup and a side.
      The Arsenal midfielder has also been snapped preparing and drinking a blended fruit smoothie, which the England team have used to keep cool in Qatar.
      After lengthy training sessions in the plus 40-degree heat, the players also had massages – one snap showed Grealish and Jude Bellingham receiving one.
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      Jack Grealish and Bellingham receiving a massage at the luxury hotelCredit: Instagram
      Bukayo Saka tucking into a lush-looking evening mealCredit: Instagram
      Grealish revealed the stunning views around their hotel pool at nightCredit: Instagram
      Harry Maguire revealed the famous inflatable unicorn was back in England’s training campCredit: Instagram
      And of course, any England campaign wouldn’t be complete without the now-famous inflatable unicorn, which has accompanied them since the 2018 Russia World Cup.
      Harry Maguire shared a snap of the rainbow-haired blow-up, which he captioned: “Nice to meet you again.”
      The unicorn was sat on a small diving board alongside an inflatable crocodile by an impressive-looking indoor pool with a water polo net.
      Darts, video games and basketball 
      Between training sessions, the England team have found fun ways to compete without kicking a ball.
      John Stones was captured in action as he tried to throw a ball over another player during a game of water polo. 
      The team also have a pool table and game consoles which were hauled in especially to their hotel. 
      Former England star turned pundit Ian Wright revealed they had also been playing darts.
      The ITV star, who joined them for a game, said it kept them “upbeat” and in good spirits.
      In one darts challenge, Declan Rice, Luke Shaw and Mason Mount all scored 66, which was some dubbed a “good omen” conjuring up memories of the 1966 World Cup win. 
      The players regularly enjoy darts tournaments and in one challenge, three England stars scored 66 points – perhaps a good omen reflecting the 1966 World Cup winCredit: Getty
      Grealish was said to be the ‘worst’ basketball player in the England squadCredit: Instagram
      Another sporting pastime has been basketball, with Kalvin Phillips claiming he was “the best in camp” and “Jack [Grealish] is definitely the worst”.
      To kill time, Phillips also revealed the team had been playing a “wolf card game” – believed to be called Werewolf, a murder strategy game.
      In his World Cup diary, he wrote: “At first, it was a small group and now there’s probably a group of 12 or 13 of them involved.
      “It’s definitely one you can watch, as it’s quite funny and even if I’m not around there, when they get somebody out, you can hear them cheering by the pool.”
      Beach dips and stray cats
      Yesterday, a handful of the England team were seen walking down to the beach ahead of their clash with Wales.
      The gang included Maguire, John Stones, Jude Bellingham, Eric Dier, Nick Pope, Aaron Ramsdale, Conor Coady, Calum Wilson and Kalvin Phillips.
      Later, Stones, Dier and Bellingham took off their tops while strolling on the beach and edged close to the water. 
      Before England’s first game, it was revealed they had befriended a local cat, who Stones named ‘Dave’, and another that was missing an eye, nicknamed ‘Paul’.
      A number of the Three Lions squad left their lush hotel for a walk around the local areaCredit: Channel 5 News
      Kyle Walker and John Stones befriend two street cats, who they named Dave and PaulCredit: Instagram
      TV shows and yoga
      Recently, Harry Kane and Dier recently revealed the essential items they bring ahead of a major tournament.
      Among the skipper’s choices were a leather diary, fluffy slippers to soothe his achy feet and facial cleanser.
      Describing the product, which he branded his “nighttime beauty essential”, Kane said: “You’ve got to keep yourself looking young nowadays! Well, that’s what the wife says.”
      Opening up on his TV downloads, he said: “I just finished House Of The Dragon, I’m still watching Formula 1: Drive To Survive.
      England players have been unwinding and loosening their muscles with yogaCredit: Getty
      The team practised their moves at their hotelCredit: Getty
      “There’s always something that pops up before a major tournament and I’ll just dive in… like the Euros was Game Of Thrones – for me that’s a fantastic series.”
      When Dier was asked what show he was into, he sheepishly confessed: “The Crown… the new season just came out, so I’m into The Crown. I love it.”
      Away from their viewing habits, the players have been practising yoga poses to unwind.
      Personal hotel touches
      During the World Cup, the players have rarely seen their families – some of whom are 6,700 miles away back in the UK.
      However, to help the Three Lions deal with being away from their nearest and dearest, the hotels have added a few personal items. 
      James Maddison told talkSPORT: “The set-up we got to the hotel it’s been absolutely brilliant. It is all down to the finer things, like the little touches.
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      “I checked into my room and there are little framed pictures of my little boy and my family. It is just little things like that.”
      He explained that it made him feel instantly at home in the camp, which is a 30-minute drive to capital city Doha and close to their 12,000-seater training base, the home of Al Wakrah SC. More

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      Inside Brit WAGs’ Qatar World Cup jolly – £600 outfits to poolside cocktails and huge slide on £1bn ‘floating palace’

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      OH how the other halves live!They may not be able to spend time with their fellas, but the England and Wales WAGs are clearly living their best lives this World Cup.
      The Wales WAGs were out in full force to support their husbands and partnersCredit: Instagram
      Conor Coady’s wife Amie Coady is in Qatar with their three sonsCredit: Instagram
      Enviable snaps shared to their social media pages show it’s been non-stop sunbathing, eating and enjoying cocktails in Qatar between matches.
      Jack Grealish’s girlfriend Sasha Attwood and the rest of the British footballers’ partners touched down in Doha earlier this week ahead of England’s 6-2 win against Iran and Wales’ 1-1 draw with the US.
      While the men are all housed at the Al Wakra resort, the England WAGs are staying on a luxury £1billion cruise liner, dubbed a “floating palace”.
      It boasts six swimming pools, 30 bars and the tallest slide on a ship.
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      Meanwhile their Welsh counterparts are staying at the luxurious Grand Hyatt Dubai.
      All the girls have been busy sharing photos and videos of themselves soaking up the 30 degree heat in bikinis.
      And they seem to be getting round the strict alcohol rules in Qatar, where it’s largely only served in hotel restaurants and bars with special licences.
      Thanks to the England WAGs’ cruise ship being “off-shore”, those on board can sip boozy cocktails to their heart’s content.
      Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson looked stunning for an evening outCredit: Instagram
      Paige Milian strikes a pose in her roomCredit: Instagram
      Tolami and Raheem Sterling’s girlfriend Paige Milian enjoyed cocktails togetherCredit: Instagram
      Tolami also had some sushi for dinner at one of the cruise’s many restaurantsCredit: Instagram
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      And they’ve got 30 bars to choose from on the ship, as well as a micro-brewery and mixology classes in its Elixir gin bar.
      Paige Milian, 27, girlfriend of England’s Raheem Sterling, Tolami Benson, 22, who’s dating Bukayo Saka, and Raheem’s little sister Kima-Lee Sterling have clearly been making the most of it.

      The trio shared a video of cocktails they were drinking at one of the bars, where they were dressed to the nines.
      Tolami posted a snap of some sushi and dim sum at one of the many restaurants on-board, along with what looked like a white Chanel bag.
      She also shared a video of the inside of the cruise ship – which houses beauty salons, boutiques, dodgems, 14 ocean-view Jacuzzis and the longest dry-slide at sea, ominously called The Venom Drop.
      Swanky restaurants
      Aaron Ramsdale’s fiance Georgina Irwin wore a £640 Nadine Merabi suit for a night outCredit: Instagram
      She then had dinner at Novikov – a swanky restaurant originating in MayfairCredit: Instagram
      Some of the girls enjoyed an al fresco dinnerCredit: Instagram
      Aaron Ramsdale’s fiancee Georgina Irwin obviously fancied a little taste of home for dinner.
      She headed to the swanky Japanese-Chinese fusion eatery Novikov, which originated in London’s Mayfair – and had some delicious-looking tacos.
      Prices at Novikov go up to 420 Rial (£95.82) for just nine pieces of sashimi, while the cheapest item on the menu is apple juice for 25 Rial (£5.70).
      Georgina was dressed for the occasion, looking stunning in a black, sequined suit and trouser set with matching bralet – an outfit which would’ve set her back around £640.
      Paige also headed out for an outdoor dinner by the pool, wearing a stunning brown dress that showed off her amazing figure.
      In a video she shared of the formal dining table outside, there were lots of seats so she and the girls most likely got together for the meal.
      Fun with the kids
      Amie’s sons must be having a great time on the cruiseCredit: Instagram
      Amie took the boys out for an evening scoot in Doha tooCredit: Instagram
      Paige shared a snap of the ships’ massive slideCredit: Instagram
      Paige is in Qatar with her and Raheem’s children, Thiago, five, and Thai-Cruz, three, as well as his daughter from his relationship with his ex-girlfriend Melissa Clarke, Melody Rose, 10.
      And Amie Coady, 29, the wife of England’s Conor Coady, has brought along their sons Henry, seven, Louie, five, and three-year-old Freddie to support their dad.
      They’re all probably having a ball on the cruise ship with so much to do, including a range of clubs for children, a Sportplex zone offering basketball, bumper cars, and even a roller disco rink.
      Amie has also found time to enjoy an evening scoot with the kids, as she shared a video of them whizzing along the seafront, as well as a view from her room on the cruise showing off the stunning view – and the 26 degree heat.
      She posted a string of pictures from her room, which overlooks the sea, posing in a black and white bikini and matching sarong – costing £102 for the set from Grace Jacob – and some very glamorous Chanel sandals.
      Beach days
      Wales footballer Connor Roberts’ wife Georgina is at the Grand Hyatt Dubai hotelCredit: Instagram
      Nicole Hagan, who has been linked to Welsh player Neco Williams, posed in a bikiniCredit: Instagram
      The Welsh WAGs all posed together when they supported their men at their first game against USA.
      But it seems like many of them are doing their own thing when it comes to the non-match days.
      Georgina Roberts, the stunning wife of Welsh footballer Connor Roberts, is staying at the Grand Hyatt Dubai hotel – where rooms start at 950AED (£214) a night – with their eight-month-old daughter and her mum.
      She has shared loads of photos of the three generations enjoying a wholesome holiday together.
      In one snap Georgina looks very happy holding her daughter in the sea at the Dukes The Palm Hotel’s beach.
      And in another picture, she’s seen enjoying some cocktails by the pool with her mum.
      Meanwhile others have been enjoying the sun, sitting by the pool and beach, relaxing.

      Jodie Francis, the fiancee of Wales player Chris Mepham, showed off her toned abs in a gorgeous black one-shouldered bikini top with some loose, white trousers, as she sat on the beach.
      Nicole Hagan, who has been linked to Welsh player Neco Williams, also looked like she was enjoying the sun, in a glamorous photo wearing a lilac bikini.
      Chris Mepham’s fiancee Jodie Francis showed off her abs on the beachCredit: Instagram
      Jodie was sipping some delicious cocktails by the beachCredit: Instagram
      Georgina has taken her daughter to the beachCredit: Instagram
      She’s also there with her mum and they’ve been enjoying cocktails togetherCredit: Instagram More

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      I tracked down the Qatar World Cup’s most expensive beer – it’s only a bottle and it’s not exactly a premium brand

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      EVEN for wallet-busting Doha, my bar tab came as a sobering shock.Watching France thrash Australia at popular sports bar Shots I was charged a whopping 65 riyals – that’s around £15 – for a bottle of Becks.
      Sun man Oliver Harvey was stunned by the price of his bottle of BecksCredit: THE SUN/MAX MOLYNEux
      Two beers and a salad set our reporters back £44Credit: THE SUN/MAX MOLYNEux
      A Saudi Arabia supporter – celebrating his team’s World Cup win over Argentina – told me: “The prices are ludicrous. How are we supposed to party?”
      After a day in the Qatari sunshine my 275ml bottle of Becks  – just over half a pint – disappeared in a flash. 
      And that is approximately 20p per millilitre on beer.
      An apologetic barman told me: “We’ve run out of draught beer tonight so it’s bottles only. Draught will be back on tomorrow.”
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      A draught pint of Budweiser in the bar costs 60 riyals (around £13.90).
      The wine list was equally lumpy. A glass of pino grigio would have set me back 70 riyals (around £16.15).
      My bill for the evening at the popular sports bar – inside the Hilton Doha Hotel with stunning views of Doha’s bay – was 190 riyals – around £44 – for two bottles of Becks and Greek salad.
      Fans have been searching for an affordable beer in Doha’s hotel bars with prices in the fan zone also eye-wateringly steep. 
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      The fan zone at Al Bidda Park on the waterfront Corniche has room for 40,000 people – yet there was just one designated beer tent with 78 fridges packed with tins of Budweiser.
      A 500ml glass of the lager goes for 50 riyals – around  £11.50 – and you’re limited to four alcoholic drinks.
      A bog standard slice of pizza to soak it up is around £8.
      Alcohol isn’t served until after 6.30pm and you’re only allowed four measly 500ml cups of World Cup sponsor Budweiser’s fare.
      Only alcohol-free beer is on sale in stadium perimeters.
      According to the 2021 World Beer Index by Expensivity, Qatar has the most expensive beer prices in the world.
      Analysing prices in the capitals of 58 nations, Doha came out tops with a 330ml bottle of beer costing around £9.45.
      Bottles of beer cost £15 a pop at the pricey bar in Doha More