EastEnders

Subterms

    Latest story

    225 Shares20 Views

    Liverpool boss Arne Slot parties with Wayne Lineker and EastEnders icon in Ibiza just hours after Arsenal clash

    by

    LIVERPOOL manager Arne Slot was spotted in ibiza partying with celebrities after Sunday’s Premier League clash with Arsenal.The Prem champions drew 2-2 with the Gunners at Anfield where the visitors came back and cancelled out Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz’s openers with goals by Gabriel Martinelli and Mikel Merino.Liverpool boss Arne Slot was spotted partying in Gary Lineker’s brother Wayne’s club in IbizaSlot was joined by EastEnders star Dean GaffneySlot celebrated to the tune of Queen’s famous We Are the ChampionsSlot is gearing up for Liverpool’s open-top bus paradeSlot, 46, led the Reds to only their second Premiership title on his debut season after replacing legendary manager Jurgen Klopp only last summer.The Dutch tactician won the Merseysiders’ 20th ever title and equalled Manchester United’s record.Liverpool put together some passionate celebrations ever since Slot and co mathematically confirmed the title three weeks ago against Tottenham at the Kop.And thus the ex-Feyenoord boss decided to fly to Ibiza after the game with Arsenal to party at the popular O Beach Club, which is owned by Gary Lineker’s brother Wayne.Read More on FootballThe club owner shared a pic of him and Slot sharing a warm embrace on Instagram. Wayne issued the following caption: “Caption this.”The celebrity duo were joined by Eastenders star Dean Gaffney who shared a clip of him at the club close to Slot on his instagram story.Gaffney added the following caption: “Eagle-eyed viewers will spot a certain Premiership-winning manager.”Most read in FootballAnother clip showed the Liverpool boss celebrating to Queen’s famous We Are the Champions song.Slot is now focused on Liverpool’s last two Premier League matches before the open-top bus parade on May 26. Slot sends message to Liverpool fans who booed Trent Alexander-Arnold but vows to keep playing himThe Reds visit Brighton on Monday and will then host Crystal Palace the following Sunday.That is when the champions will lift the trophy at Anfield in front of their fans. More

    More stories

    • 225 Shares98 Views

      in Soccer

      Horror stats behind West Ham’s transfer dealings show ‘Eastenders’ image of Cockneys is a load of old cobblers

      by

      TURNS out EastEnders is a load of old cobblers after all.Drop into Albert Square anytime and you leave with the impression that all Cockneys are sharp as a tack. Wheeler-dealers, who are no mugs when it comes to striking a deal.West Ham currently sit 17th in the Premier League table with just 35 pointsCredit: ReutersTechnical director Tim Steidten has come under fire for his poor recruitmentCredit: PANot if West Ham are anything to go by.Figures released by the FA this week reveal the Hammers’ hierarchy splashed out a whopping £19million on agents’ fees in the year from February 2024.That’s the eighth highest spend on the transfer market’s middle men in the entire Premier League across two transfer windows.And the only way they’ll get into the top ten of anything for some time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe return on this sizeable investment is being fourth from bottom as a cheerless campaign draws to a miserable end.It’s only that the three teams below them — Southampton, Leicester and Ipswich — are so spectacularly awful that West Ham are safe from relegation.They have effectively shelled out £542,000 to agents for every one of their 35 points so far  this season.Over the course of the previous  summer and winter windows, they have blown in excess of £105m on new players — each with an intermediary probably trousering a hefty commission.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd the reward is them heading for their worst finish in the top flight in five years.Indeed, they still require five points to better the 39 from 2020 when David Moyes rescued them with his  emergency appointment to clear up the mess left by Manuel Pellegrini.Michail Antonio given hero’s welcome as he returns to West Ham for 1st time since escaping death in horror Ferrari crashMajority owner David Sullivan and his peers back their managers unequivocally — they don’t sack easily and support them financially.It’s like having the Mitchell brothers fighting your corner.But player recruitment is a different ball game.Dot Cotton could have performed better in the transfer market than now departed technical director Tim Steidten.Take Guido Rodriguez. Signed on a free last summer, if the Argentine midfielder and his representative had any sense they would have demanded higher wages and commission because no fee was involved. That’s how it goes.Rodriguez, 31, has completed just three games for West Ham.The most recent, a 1-1 draw against Brentford on September 28.He was hooked 38 minutes into the 3-0 home rout by Chelsea a week earlier for “tactical” reasons.Guido Rodriguez has barely played for the HammersCredit: GettyNew boss Graham Potter is clearly not having him.Rodriguez has played a total of three minutes over the last ten games and hasn’t got off the bench at all in the past four.There are others like him at the London Stadium.It’s a similar story at nearby Tottenham. Only one place and £600k below the generous Hammers in their unwitting donations to the unofficial football agents’ benevolent fund, Spurs are in turmoil.Two points and two places above their struggling neighbours from E20 in the Prem, Timo Werner is approaching the end of his second loan spell, having been ghosted.Cut from boss Ange Postecoglou’s Europa League squad, one goal in 27 appearances, not played since the end of February. Savaged by the boss publicly.Chairman Daniel Levy can blame nobody but himself for not learning his lesson the first time around with German Werner, or from watching him flop at Chelsea previously.And the grim news for both of these clubs is that they will be there for the taking again this summer, because it’s going to take a whole lot more spending to dig them out of their respective holes.You can almost hear the sound of hands being rubbed together.Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest occupy fourth place, chasing a Champions League spot, having spent a relatively minor £13.5m on agents.Everton are above West Ham and Tottenham and on the up after laying out just £9.2m to the deal brokers.Newcastle and Aston Villa paid more in finders’ fees but are at least getting some bang for their buck.Read More on The SunFor anyone up North reading this, London’s streets really are paved with gold.You just need to become a football agent to find out.Tottenham also find themselves in troubleCredit: PA More

    • 225 Shares109 Views

      in Soccer

      Soccer Aid fans can’t believe their eyes as Danny Dyer ‘moving like Maldini’ up against two footballing legends

      by

      SOCCER AID fans are in awe after seeing Danny Dyer’s defensive skills against two footballing legends.The former Eastenders actor starred England team at the charity match held at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, which ultimately finished 6-3 in a first victory for the Three Lions since 2018.Soccer Aid fans are in awe after seeing Danny Dyer’s defensive skillsCredit: ITVDyer defended against two footballing legends Alessandro del Piero and Eden HazardCredit: ITVThe former Eastenders actor is currently playing for the England team at Soccer AidDyer, 46, stunned fans after defending Juventus legend Alessandro del Piero and Chelsea icon Eden Hazard.One shocked fan said: “Watching Danny Dyer defend against del Piero and Eden Hazard is something I never thought I’d see and I’m all for it.”Another even compared him to Italian icon Paolo Maldini, they tweeted: “Danny Dyer is moving like Maldini.”Chelsea legend Gary Cahill told SunSport earlier this week: “Danny Dyer yesterday played centre-half next to me, he looked really really good, really good – it looks like he’s come back with some new fitness.”READ MORE ON SOCCER AIDAnd some fans have even called for the West Ham die-hard fan to be called up in Gareth Southgate’s England Euro 2024 squad who are set to jet to Germany later this week.One supporter said: “Get danny dyer on that plane to germany im being so serious rn.”While a second jokingly added: “Give me Danny Dyer over Kyle Walker at the Euros.”A third the put: “Get Danny dyer in next to stones at the Euros.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThen a fourth suggested: “Get danny dyer in the england squad and play him left back.”Dyer may not be in the Three Lions squad but his son-in-law Jarrod Bowen is.Dyer’s daughter Dani gave birth to twin girls with the Hammers winger last May.Bowen is set to make his debut at a major tournament after failing to be selected for the World Cup 2022 in Qatar.Danny Dyer had to keep his eyes on Hazard – all the timeCredit: GettyPLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

    • 213 Shares139 Views

      in Soccer

      Danny Dyer ‘pocketed’ Eden Hazard with THREE tackles as EastEnders hardman marks Chelsea legend at Soccer Aid

      by

      EDEN HAZARD tormented opposition defenders for YEARS at Stamford Bridge.But only at Soccer Aid would you see him struggling to find space against a former Eastenders hardman.Danny Dyer gave his all facing a legend of the gameCredit: GettyDanny Dyer got a huge hug off Frank Lampard after an inexplicably brilliant 30 minutes facing Eden HazardCredit: ReutersYes, you are reading that correct – Chelsea legend Eden Hazard inexplicably endured a tough 30 minutes against Danny Dyer.England managers Frank Lampard and Harry Redknapp decided that the 46-year-old Londoner was ready for a MAN MARKING job on the Belgian.Dyer left Hazard in no doubt that he would be in for a tough ride when he went in with a strong sliding tackle in the opening minutes.The West Ham supporter stuck to his task like a ragged dog and – in between deep breathers – followed the Belgian wizard around the left wing.Dyer put in two more strong challenges on Hazard, who looked shell shocked at what he was witnessing.(Let’s ignore Eden Hazard’s ridiculous free-kick and Dyer being out of postion for an Alessandro Del Piero goal).Dyer was withdrawn after 30 minutes to rapturous applause from the Stamford Bridge crowd.Most read in FootballOne fan wrote: “Danny Dyer locking up Eden Hazard , think the debate is settled.”Hazard dictated things during a fine first 45Another added: “Danny Dyer pocketing Hazard here, masterclass.”And one said: “Danny Dyer tackling Eden Hazard feels like a fever dream.”Finally, one fan wrote: “Who needs [Jarrad] Branthwaite when you’ve got Danny Dyer. Man f***ing mountain.”Earlier this week, another Chelsea legend, Gary Cahill, revealed that Danny Dyer had the potential to be the shock star.He said: “Danny Dyer yesterday played centre-half next to me, he looked really really good, really good – it looks like he’s come back with some new fitness.”Although Dyer didn’t get back on the pitch after his cameo he did come away with a winners’ medal as England beat the World XI 6-3.Dragons Den presenter Steven Bartlett scored twice, with Theo Walcott, Joe Cole, Jermain Defoe and Ellen White also on the scoresheet.READ MORE SUN STORIESHazard, Alessandro Del Piero and Billy Wingrove scored for the World XI.Dyer tried his best to stick like glue to HazardCredit: GettyPLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

    • 213 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      ‘That’s Freudian slip of the day’, says Sky Sports presenter after embarrassed reporter’s blunder live on TV

      by

      A SKY SPORTS presenter was left red-faced after an awkward gaffe live on air.Keith Downie left fans in stitches after reporting on Sunderland’s sacking of Michael Beale on Monday.
      Keith Downie made an embarrassing slip-up live on airCredit: Sky Sports
      He accidentally got Michael Beale mixed up with Eastenders character Ian BealeCredit: BBC / Kieron McCarron
      Sunderland sacked Beale on MondayCredit: PA
      That is because he got the manager mixed up with a famous character from Eastenders – Ian Beale – leading his colleague to call it the “Freudian slip of the day”.
      The reporter immediately corrected himself and smiled at the embarrassing blunder.
      Viewers watching on from home also found the incident amusing and poked fun at Downie.
      One said: “Sensational Ian Beale 😂👏”
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      Another added: “Outstanding.”
      A third wrote: “Been dying to say that for 8 weeks hasn’t he. 😂”
      And another commented: “Would’ve been better with Ian Beale.”
      Beale, 43, was sacked by Sunderland after just eight weeks and 12 games in charge.
      Most read in Football
      HOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALL
      He won just four games and some fans called for him to go after he brutally snubbed defender Trai Hume’s attempt at a handshake after the came off against Birmingham on Saturday.
      Beale reportedly lost the dressing room with some players “particularly unhappy” with his conduct after defeats, which included bringing in stars for extra training.
      EFL fans demand ‘automatic relegation’ after goalkeeper and defender combine for ‘Sunday league’ own-goal More

    • 225 Shares159 Views

      in Soccer

      EastEnders icon run over by Chelsea star Wesley Fofana with actor breaking collar-bone after being ‘catapulted’ into air

      by

      EASTENDERS star Dean Gaffney was injured after being run over on a night out by £70million Chelsea star Wesley Fofana.Dad-of-two Gaffney suffered a broken collar-bone after being “catapulted” into the air when he was struck by the player’s Lamborghini.
      Dean Gaffney was injured after being run over on a night out by £70million Chelsea star Wesley FofanaCredit: Louis Wood News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Gaffney suffered a broken collar-bone after being ‘catapulted’ into the air when he was struck by the player’s LamborghiniCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      He was treated in hospital before being allowed home while £230,000-a-week Fofana was breathalysed at the scene on the King’s Road in Chelsea, West London.
      The French international centre-back, 23, passed the test and was allowed on his way as he was not deemed to be at fault for the accident.
      Gaffney, 45, only found out Fofana was the driver later while sources said the player was “unaware” of the I’m A Celeb star’s identity.
      A source said: “It was a nasty accident and Dean said afterwards that he was lucky to be alive and was counting his blessings.
      READ MORE ON DEAN GAFFNEY
      “He’d just left a nightspot and was trying to get in a black cab when the Lamborghini hit him in the midriff, catapulting him into the air.
      “He was out cold and his mates were all really worried. The emergency services gave him pain relief and he was patched up in hospital.
      “At the time, he did not realise who the driver was but was told later that it was Wesley Fofana. Dean’s a Brentford fan and joked about a star of a rival club taking out a well-known fan of their neighbours!”
      The source said Gaffney, who played Robbie Jackson in BBC’s Eastenders, had never spoken about the December 2022 accident because there was “no blame attached” and it “was not anybody’s fault”.
      Most read in Football
      A spokesman for Gaffney declined to comment.
      Representatives for Chelsea FC and Fofana did not comment. More

    • 225 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      Chelsea wonderkid Leo Castledine, 18, comes from star-studded family with EastEnders star sister and dad is ex-Prem ace

      by

      CHELSEA prodigy Leo Castledine is eyeing up his Blues debut on Saturday after being named in Mauricio Pochettino’s squad.The playmaker, 18, will be part of the Blues’ side that host Preston in the third round of the FA Cup on Saturday.
      Leo Castledine is impressing for Chelsea’s academy sidesCredit: Getty
      He is part of a famous family that includes an ex-footballer, an actor and a presenterCredit: Getty
      He has already appeared as an unused substitute in four matches so far this season.
      But most football fans will be unaware of the attacking midfielder – who compared himself to Mason Mount and Jack Grealish back in 2020.
      Speaking to BBC Sport at the age of just 14, he said: “Moving from defence to midfield was a very gradual process for me. It took about two seasons.
      “I was a tough-tackling centre-back at the start of my U13 season and now, towards the end of U15 season, I am a centre midfielder and sometimes play as a number 10.”
      READ MORE ON CHELSEA
      A young Castledine went on to name Mount as one of his favourite players, before he claimed to “dribble and create chances” like Grealish.
      And a report from The Athletic last year also revealed Chelsea legend John Terry commented on “what a great trainer Castledine is” and “how he treats each session like a cup final”.
      He has played 35 times for the Blues’ U21 side since joining from Wimbledon in 2020, scoring eight goals and providing seven assists.
      He has also played for every England age group side up to the U19s – where he has featured three times since his debut in November.
      Most read in Football
      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS
      Leo’s presenter mum Lucy Alexander, left, and EastEnders star sister Kitty, right, either side of a young LeoCredit: Instagram @lucyalexandertv
      Leo’s dad is Stewart Castledine who played for Wimbledon and WycombeCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      (L-R) Stewart, Kitty, Lucy and Leo have all become well-known faces in their respective fieldsCredit: Instagram / @kittycastledine
      Meanwhile, more intrigue around the young star involves his well-known family – which includes an actor, presenter and ex-footballer.
      Leo’s dad is Stewart Castledine, 50, who spent nine years playing for Wimbledon.
      He made 26 appearances in the Premier League – scoring four goals – and also played for Wycombe.
      Meanwhile, his mum is 53-year-old Lucy Alexander – a presenter who used to host Homes Under The Hammer.
      And his sister, Kitty, 21, made her EastEnders debut on New Year’s Day as Penny Branning – daughter of Jack Branning and cousin of Lauren Branning.
      Kitty was paralysed at the age of seven, but has not let that stop her from becoming a star on one of Britain’s biggest TV shows.
      Kitty and Leo with their dad Stewart as young childrenCredit: Rex More

    • 263 Shares139 Views

      in Soccer

      My dad’s a former Premier League footballer and my brother plays for Chelsea – I’m making my own way on EastEnders

      by

      EASTENDERS’ newest star Kitty Castledine is the daughter of an ex-Premier League star and the sister of a current Chelsea midfielder.Actress Kitty, 21, who was paralysed at the age of seven, made her debut on the soap on New Year’s Day as Penny Branning – daughter of Jack Branning and cousin of Lauren Branning.
      Kitty Castledine made her debut as Penny Branning on EastEnders on New Year’s DayCredit: BBC
      Former Wimbledon and Wycombe player Stewart Castledine is Kitty’s fatherCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But what many EastEnders fans may not be aware of is her famous family.
      Not only is her mum Lucy Alexander a former host of Homes Under The Hammer, but her dad and brother have made names for themselves in football.
      Kitty’s father, Stewart Castledine, 50, spent nine years playing for Wimbledon.
      That included six seasons in the Premier League where he made 26 appearances, scoring four goals.
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      He also featured in the second tier for Wycombe.
      And Kitty’s brother is Chelsea youngster Leo Castledine, 19.

      The teenager has played six times for the Blues’ U21 side since joining from Wimbledon in 2020.
      He has also earned three caps for England’s U19s.
      Most read in Football
      FREE BETS – BEST BETTING OFFERS & NEW CUSTOMER BONUSES
      Kitty, right, with her presenter mum Lucy AlexanderCredit: Instagram / @lucyalexandertv
      Kitty is set to become a regular on EastEndersCredit: Instagram / @kittycastledine
      Leo Castledine could make his first-team debut for Chelsea on SaturdayCredit: Alamy
      Leo has appeared as an unused substitute in four of Mauricio Pochettino’s squads so far this season.
      And he could be given his first-team debut when they host Championship side Preston in the FA Cup third round on Saturday.
      Before committing to football, Leo was also a part of the academy at Harlequins rugby.
      (L-R) Stewart, Kitty, Lucy and Leo have all made names for themselvesCredit: Instagram / @kittycastledine
      Lucy previously hosted Homes Under The HammerCredit: PA:Press Association More

    • 288 Shares129 Views

      in Boxing

      I was in EastEnders and a gladiator.. now I’m fighting GB News star on KSI’s Misfits Boxing card but I wanted John Fury

      by

      MARK SMITH has enjoyed quite a remarkable career change.From starring as Rhino on hit UK TV show Gladiator and featuring in EastEnders, he is now entering the boxing ring.
      Mark Smith is starring in Misfits boxing tonightCredit: Rex
      Smith, second left, starred as Rhino on UK TV show GladiatorsCredit: Getty
      Smith has weighed in at his lowest body weight in 37 yearsCredit: Getty
      Smith, 54, is facing off with GB News panellist Adam Brooks on KSI’s Misfits Boxing 011.
      However, he ahead of the fight he has admitted Smith was not his first choice bout.
      Instead, he was targeting a fight with John Fury, the father of heavyweight champion Tyson and ex-Love Island star Tommy.
      But this fight was a non-starter after he was told he was too heavy for him by Misfits’ co-president Mams Taylor.
      READ MORE IN BOXING
      Though that has not dulled his excitement for his influencer boxing debut.
      Speaking on talkSPORT, he said: “I’m extremely excited, this is for Misfits Boxing, KSI is obviously huge here.
      “The youngsters are into this, it’s crazy the following they have. Myself and Mams were speaking, I said, ‘I would love to fight John Fury.’
      “But he said, ‘what? He’s 100 pounds heavier than you!’ He said, ‘how much do you weigh?’
      Most read in Boxing
      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS
      “And when I told him how much I weighed, he said, ‘there’s no way we can match you up, he’s 100 pounds heavier than you.’
      “And I said, ‘well is there anyone else?’ So he said, ‘leave it with me and I’ll get back to you’, and long story short, about four weeks ago, he said, ‘can you get down to 173lbs?’
      “That’s 12st 5lbs, and I haven’t been that light since I was 17-years-old, I’m 54 now.
      “But consistency is key, I cleaned up my diet a little bit, dropped a few pounds, increased the sparring and the running and we’re all on schedule.”
      Smith spent four years on Gladiators between 1995 and 1999.
      He has turned in his lowest body weight in 37 years for tonight’s fight.
      Regardless he has a plan to bear Brooks, who stopped Bachir Fakhouri in a charity fight in September.
      He said: “If he comes for a war and comes out swinging straight away, we’re prepared for that.
      “If he comes out to box and is more stand-offish and wants to box throughout the rounds, we’re prepared for that.
      “Have I seen any footage? Not really. He’s undefeated, he had a 30-second knockout in September, there’s not much really to go on.”
      The main card for tonight’s event will get going from 7pm. More