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    Kim Kardashian ‘BANNED’ from Scottish football stadium

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    KIM KARDASHIAN has been making a habit of making surprise appearances at big football matches in recent days.But many fans have been left hoping it’s not their club she visits next after becoming convinced she’s taking a CURSE around with her.
    Kim watched on as PSG suffered a shock defeat to RennesCredit: Getty
    She’d just watched Arsenal get dumped out of the Europa LeagueCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    Reality TV superstar Kim stunned supporters by turning up at Arsenal’s clash with Sporting Lisbon last Thursday.
    She watched on as the in-form Premier League leaders dramatically crashed out of the Europa League on penalties.
    Disgruntled fans subsequently begged her to NEVER return to the Emirates Stadium, joking she was CURSED.
    Just a couple of days later, Kim K, 42, took in yet another match.

    This time, she was in the stands to watch PSG face Rennes.
    And it seemed like the Keeping up with the Kardashians star bad brought her ‘curse’ with her as the French giants’ incredible home record came to a crashing halt.
    Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and co were stunned 2-0, marking their first home league defeat for a staggering 715 days.
    Social media was ablaze in the aftermath with fans commenting on the ‘curse’.
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    One said: “Kim K is cursed, every game she goes to the home team loses.”
    Another joked: “Kim Kardashian is a curse to football.”
    Well, one prominent Scottish footie fan has taken matters into her own hands and BANNED Kim from her club’s stadium.
    Telly host Lorraine Kelly, a huge Dundee United supporter, jokingly told Kardashian that “you’re not coming” to Tannadice.
    Discussing the latest Hollywood news with Scots reporter Ross King, attention turned to Kim’s new-found knack of showing up at football matches.
    King explained: “She went out to Paris to see PSG, she went to see their game and was getting to meet Mbappé and all the stars of that lot and they lost two – nil. So there it is.
    Lorraine Kelly has “banned” Kim Kardashian from TannadiceCredit: GOOD MORNING BRITAIN
    “It’s the simple thing. It’s the curse of Kim Kardashian when it comes to world football.”
    Worried Lorraine immediately began to make moves to ensure Premiership strugglers United aren’t next on Kim’s list!
    She cheekily quipped: “Oh dear. I won’t be inviting her to Tannadice to have her pie cut in half on a plate, because that’s as good as it gets.
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    “She’s no coming! That’s it Kim, I know you want too but you’re not coming.”
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      Former Rangers & Scotland goalkeeper Billy Thomson dies aged 64 as tributes pour in for St Mirren & Dundee United icon

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      LEGENDARY former Dundee United, St Mirren and Rangers goalkeeper Billy Thomson has passed away at the age of 64.The sad news has been confirmed by his former clubs this morning.
      Former Scotland keeper Billy Thomson has died aged 64Credit: Scottish News and Sport
      Thomson is a Dundee United legendCredit: Scottish News and Sport
      Thomson had a two-year spell at Rangers in the mid-1990sCredit: SNS
      Thomson’s top-level career spanned more than two decades and he was one of the Scottish game’s top goalkeepers.
      He made his first team breakthrough at Partick Thistle in the late 1970s and was back-up to Scotland star Alan Rough.
      St Mirren paid £50,000 to sign him in 1978, a big fee for a 20-year old ‘keeper back at the time.
      It proved to be an inspired acquisition as Thomson went on to become a club legend for the Buddies.

      Undisputed first-choice keeper, he made over 200 league appearances as a St Mirren player.
      Thomson moved on from Paisley in 1984, joining Jim McLean’s iconic Dundee United side.
      He battled with Terrors icon Hamish McAlpine to be first choice, eventually establishing himself as No.1
      Going on to make more than 230 appearances for United, Thomson was part of the legendary side that reached the 1987 UEFA Cup Final, beating the likes of Barcelona along the way.
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      Thomson famously suffered an injury just behind his ear five minutes into the first leg against IFK Gothenburg, requiring stitches.
      He continued on, and McLean praised him for his remarkable performance.
      He also played in two Scottish Cup finals for United.
      After leaving Tannadice in 1991, Thomson spent three years at Motherwell.
      Aged 36, he then moved on to Rangers 1994 where he spent two years as understudy to Andy Goram.
      Thomson made seven Premier Division appearances for the Light Blues.
      He finished his career back in the city of discovery, this time for Dundee, playing 25 times in the 1996/97 season.
      Thomson also won seven caps for Scotland, with all of his appearances coming during his time at St Mirren.
      After retiring from playing, he went to become one of Scottish football’s top goalkeeping coaches.
      He was on the staff at Dundee, before returning to Rangers in May 2001.
      Thomson is credited with a key role in the development of Allan McGregor at the Ibrox club.
      Still Gers No.1, Thomson oversaw the goalkeeping department as McGregor made his way from young first team hopeful to undisputed first-choice at his boyhood club.
      Thomson remained at Ibrox until the summer of 2007, and worked at both Kilmarnock and Stranraer afterwards.
      Thomson has been inducted into both St Mirren and Dundee United’s Halls of Fame – he was honoured by the Buddies just last year.
      After confirming the sad news of Thomson’s passing, the Paisley club remarked that he’d taken his “rightful place” among their great with his induction.
      Thomson went on to be Rangers goalkeeping coach for several yearsCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow
      More recently, Thomson worked at KilmarnockCredit: The Sun
      Dundee United also extended their condolences to Thomson’s family, while Dundee also offered their thoughts.
      Condolences were also passed on by Rangers while Motherwell said they were deeply saddened by the news.
      As the news broke, fans took to social media to remember Thomson.
      One posted: “Not only a brilliant goalkeeper, Billy was a lovely guy. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.”
      A Rangers fan added: “A great pro that also did wonders in helping develop Allan McGregor. Gone too soon.”
      Reminiscing, a Partick Thistle fan said: “For a few years in the 70s, Bertie Auld’s Jags were in the highly luxurious position of having two international class ‘keepers on the books; Billy was simply too good to stay.”
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      A St Mirren supporter also paid tribute, posting: “So sad to hear, yet another of my childhood heroes from when he played at St. Mirren. Had the good fortune to meet Billy Thomson at my pal’s birthday party, around 40 years ago. Was such a nice guy.”
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      Patrizio Billio dead at 48: Former Crystal Palace, Dundee and Aberdeen star passes away

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      FORMER Crystal Palace and AC Milan player Patrizio Billio has passed away at the age of 48.The midfielder arrived at Selhurst Park in the late 1990s during a long career which saw him play for many clubs around Europe.
      Patrizio Billio has passed away at the age of 48Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      The star was a midfielder during his playing days and enjoyed a career which took him from Italy to multiple clubs in the UKCredit: Scottish News and Sport
      Billio also played for Scottish clubs Dundee and Aberdeen in the early 2000s.
      He retired in 2010 and returned to AC Milan to coach their academy side in Kuwait.
      Milan confirmed Billio’s sad death on Twitter.
      They said: “Yesterday Patrizio Billio left us prematurely, who grew up in our youth sector and has been the coach of our football school in Kuwait since 2011.
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      “The entire Rossoneri family clings to the pain of their loved ones. Rest in peace, Patrick.”
      AC Milan’s Kuwait academy wrote on Instagram: “It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our head coach Patrizio Billio on Monday 23rd of January, 2023.
      “Over the past 10 years, Mr. Billio has done a remarkable job in elevating the training standards at the AC Milan Academy in Kuwait. 
      “You will always be remembered. Our heartfelt condolences goes to Mr. Billio’s family.”
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      Billio grew up in Milan after his birth in 1974 and joined the Rossoneri’s youth academy.
      He was sent out on loan to lower league Italian clubs like Monza and Verona before eventually leaving the San Siro without making a senior appearance.
      Billio headed for Crystal Palace in the 1997-98 season and join up with his more experienced and famous countryman Attilio Lombardo.
      But Palace would end that season bottom of the table after losing 11 in 12 games between January and April.
      A four-year spell in Scotland would follow as Billio headed to Dundee and then Aberdeen.
      He left Dundee in 2002 after being attacked by a fan during a training session.
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      West Ham boss David Moyes keen on Dundee United wonderkid Rory MacLeod and could land £4million transfer

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      WEST HAM have joined the queue of clubs after Dundee United starlet Rory MacLeod.The Scot, 16, is the Terrors’ youngest-ever first-team player and is getting SPL game time.
      West Ham boss David Moyes is interested in Dundee’s Rory MacLeodCredit: Getty
      David Moyes is hot on the forward’s trail.
      But his scouts want to see the starlet play a little more before committing.
      MacLeod has made seven appearances for the first team this season, but is yet to score his first goal.
      He has turned out for the Scotland youth sides and has made six outings for the under-17s.
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      Hammers are watching as United would sell for around £4million plus extras.
      Moyes could see Macleod as one for the future with his current leading man Michail Antonio not getting any younger.
      The 32-year-old is the club’s record goalscorer in the Premier League, but is starting to see his powers fade this season.
      Antonio has only managed to score five goals in his 25 appearances in all competitions games and is seeing his role reduced after summer signing Gianluca Scamacca’s arrival.
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      The Italian forward has impressed at times and has been a slightly more regular source of goals, firing in seven goals in 24 appearances.
      Overall the Hammers need to start finding more goals as they are struggle in the Premier League.
      Saturday’s defeat to Wolves saw them drop to 19th in the table, only off the bottom on goal difference.
      The club’s terrible run of form has seen them pick up just one point from their last seven games. More

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      Newcastle and Brighton leading transfer battle for Dundee United teen sensation who could cost just £400k

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      NEWCASTLE and Brighton are chasing Dundee United’s teenage star Rory MacLeod.The Scotland Under-17 striker, 16, is the latest hot property to be unearthed by the Premiership club.
      Brighton and Newcastle are interested in MacLeodCredit: Getty
      Dundee-born MacLeod has made three appearances for United so far this season.
      He became the club’s youngest player when he came off the bench in a win over Motherwell in February 2022.
      The Terrors may be willing to sell for about £400,000 plus add-ons as English interest continues to build.
      Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is eager to invest in some young talent to support the club’s long-term growth.
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      In October, he said: “The thing for us is we are trying to provide long-term growth. We have a longer-term vision.
      “For us, we have an ageing squad. We need to invest in more young players.
      “It’s a big part and we need to get the average (age) down.”
      Meanwhile, Brighton – who have developed players such as Ben White, Marc Cucurella, Yves Bissouma and Moises Caicedo – continue to seek young players to add to their already impressive youth setup.
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      The Seagulls are currently at risk of losing star man Caicedo, who has been linked with a move to both Chelsea and Liverpool.
      Caicedo, who joined Brighton for just £4.5million in early 2021, could leave the Amex Stadium for as much as £80m this month. More

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      Hearts confirm Craig Gordon surgery and update on horror injury for Scotland No1 goalkeeper

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      HEARTS have confirmed Craig Gordon’s season is over following his sickening injury against Dundee United.The Scotland international suffered a double leg break at Tannadice where his side drew 2-2 on Christmas Eve.
      Craig Gordon was injured with 15 minutes left in the game.Credit: Willie Vass
      The keeper required oxygen as he was stretchered from the pitch.Credit: Willie Vass
      Zander Clark deputised for the former Celtic and Sunderland stopper.Credit: Willie Vass
      Gordon collided with United striker Steven Fletcher with 15 minutes to play and had to be stretchered off.
      A still image circulating after the incident caused concern for the 39-year-old and Robbie Neilson admitted the early indications were “not good”.
      Now, the Jambos’ fears have been realised.

      At lunchtime on Boxing Day – two days after the game – the Tynecastle club confirmed the keeper had undergone surgery and suffered a double fracture in his right leg.
      The Gorgie statement read: “Hearts can confirm that Craig Gordon has suffered a double leg break and will miss the rest of the season.
      “The skipper has had an operation and will be released from hospital in due course.
      “Get well soon, Craig.”
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      Fans, team-mates and rivals had been quick to wish the former Celtic and Sunderland goalkeeper well in the aftermath.
      Hibs goalkeeper David Marshall – who was due to line up against his former Scotland squad team-mate and rival in next week’s Edinburgh derby – was among the touching tributes.
      Speaking on Sky Sports he said: “I just sent Craig my best wishes after the game. It’s something you don’t want to see.
      “Obviously he’s a goalkeeper as well, and close friend. It’s difficult to see that and as I say, I just extend my best wishes to him.
      “Hopefully, it isn’t as bad as it looks and if anyone can come back from that, it will be the big man because he’s had some real setbacks in his career injury-wise.
      “But there won’t be any other thought from Craig, other than to get back to full fitness as soon as possible.
      “I know his mentality straight away will be, ‘when can I get back?’ That will be his first question, I know that for a fact. I’m just hoping that’s possible and as quickly as possible for him.”
      Former Rangers winger Josh Windass tweeted: “Horrible seeing the images of big Craig Gordon, heart goes out to him you never want to see that, hope big Fletch is okay too.”
      However a section of fans made light of the incident and Hibs supporter Jane Park was called out over comments posted on social media.
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      Tynecastle deputy Zander Clark took over from the stricken skipper and is expected to don the gloves for the remainder of the season.
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