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      Who is John Stones’ fiancee Olivia Naylor? Meet the Man City and England defender’s other half

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      ENGLAND star John Stones has been supported through thick and thin in various tournaments by Olivia Naylor.Here is all you need to know about the Man City star’s fiancee. Olivia Naylor revealed that she was engaged in August 2024Credit: Instagram Olivia can often be seen supporting Stones at his matchesCredit: PAWho is John Stones’ fiancee Olivia Naylor?Olivia Naylor is the fiancee of England star John Stones. She is a former beautician and entrepreneur from Manchester.Olivia and John announced their engagement on August 13 2024.The Manchester City centre-back, 30, popped the question during a getaway after the Euros final defeat to Spain.Olivia captioned an Instagram post “Mrs Stones to be” alongside a wedding ring emoji.She beamed as she posed next to champagne, cake and flowers as she stood next to a sign reading “engaged af”.The pair tend to keep their family life out of the spotlight but after the birth of their boy last year, a source told The Sun: ‘They’re absolutely thrilled. “They couldn’t have asked for a better way to begin the year than with the birth of their son.THE TIME IS NOWENGLAND face their destiny against Spain TONIGHT – hoping to end 58 years of hurt in the Euro 2024 final.”He’s absolutely gorgeous and they’re so thankful. They take nothing for granted. “They both work extremely hard but it’s been lovely to spend some time together at home with the kids.” Before welcoming their child together, Olivia was spotted at the World Cup in Qatar to support John in 2022.How long have John Stones and Olivia Naylor been dating?Stones hit it off with Olivia after meeting her during a night out, The Sun exclusively revealed in March 2019.Man City and England star John Stones has walked out on his sweetheart Millie Savage – mum to his young daughterA source told The Sun at the time: “Olivia is very pretty and is well known on the Manchester social scene. “They met during a night out after John was single. There was an instant rapport. Olivia was pregnant at the time and they discovered they had mutual friends. They make a nice couple and seem happy.” Fast forward a few years later, the happy couple live in a stunning Chesire mansion, purchased for £3.4m in 2016. As Stones earns £250,000 weekly, he is the second-highest-paid defender in the Premier League after Raphael Varane.Footballers are treated as gods and John bought into it wholeheartedly after the World CupMillie SavageOlivia is also successful in her own right, having donated £20K to support a young boy’s experimental leukaemia treatment.When did John Stones split with ex Millie Savage?Millie and Stones met at school in South Yorkshire. They started dating when they were just 12 years old and Millie was a devoted presence to Stones as he moved from Barnsley to Everton before joining City for £47million in 2016. But in 2018, Stones broke the relationship off just days after Christmas. He reportedly told Millie: “It’s over. I want more freedom.” The football star then moved out of their £6,000-a-month apartment in Manchester which he lived in with Millie and their daughter. Weeks after their break up, his heartbroken ex got an Instagram message revealing that the Man City defender had started secretly dating Olivia Naylor. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Millie said: “You see these girls in the nightclubs who throw themselves at footballers. “John has moved on with one of those girls and I feel bullied ever since by his wealth and power. “Footballers are treated as gods and John bought into it wholeheartedly after the World Cup. He let fame get into his head. “For footballers the rules of normal life become blurred.“We are just mortals to them, but in reality it is like looking after a child who has no concept of how the real world works. “I put my hopes to one side and supported him throughout his career. I kept him grounded.” John and his ex MillieCredit: The SunMeet England’s Euro 2024 WagsEngland Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories. Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife) The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich. Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend) The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star. Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend) Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games. Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend) England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer. Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend) Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law. Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife) Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son. Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend) The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son. Read more about the Wags supporting England at Euro 2024 here More

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      Who is Lee Carsley’s wife Louisa?

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      LEE Carsley has been named as the Three Lions’ interim manager following Gareth Southgate’s exit after Euro 2024.Here we get to know the former England U21 boss’ wife Louisa.Lee Carsley has been appointed interim head coach of EnglandWho is Lee Carsley’s wife Louisa?Lee Carsley is married to Louisa, although when the couple tied the knot hasn’t been reported.They live in Kenilworth, Warwickshire with their three children.Lee prefers to keep his family’s personal information out of the public domain.Who is Lee Carsley?During his playing career, Lee made his name as a talented midfielder during a six-season spell with Everton.read more on lee carsleyHe also played for Derby, Blackburn, Coventry and Birmingham. On the international stage, Lee won 40 caps for the Republic of Ireland before retiring in 2011.He joined the England youth setup as a specialist coach in 2015, before being appointed England U20 head coach in 2020.Lee was later promoted to England U21 in 2021 and led them to victory in the European Championship in 2023, their first title in the competition since 1984.Most read in FootballThe former Under-21s boss has been revealed as the replacement for Gareth Southgate.He will be in charge of England’s matches against the Republic of Ireland on September 7, and Finland at Wembley three days later.Gareth Southgate quits as England manager after Euro 2024 exitEx-England left-back Ashley Cole will be part of his coaching staff.A statement from the FA confirmed the news.It read: “Lee Carsley has been appointed interim head coach of England senior men ahead of the start of the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League campaign.”Carsley will step up from his role in charge of the Men’s U21s, initially for September’s fixtures away to Republic of Ireland and at home to Finland.”But with a view to remaining in the position throughout autumn while the FA’s recruitment process for a new permanent head coach continues.”Carsley said: “It’s an honour to step up and lead this England squad on an interim basis.Lee Carsley led England to victory in the 2023 U21 Euros”As I am very familiar with the players and the cycle of international football, it makes sense for me to guide the team while the FA continues the process to recruit a new manager.”My main priority is to ensure continuity and our goal is to secure promotion in the UEFA Nations League.”Does Lee Carsley have any children?According to reports Lee and Louisa have three children together.Their eldest child is a boy named Callum.The couple’s second son, Connor, lives with Down’s Syndrome.In 2007, Lee told the Independent: “Until we had Connor we basically lived up in a bubble where everything was rosy.”We get paid a lot of money, you don’t worry about bills, you are not worried about anything, and then all of a sudden you have something that totally rocks you and it’s, ‘Bloody hell’.”Suddenly you realise that no one’s untouchable, it could happen to anyone, and you become a lot more aware of other people’s problems and what really goes on.”We’ve been sat in waiting rooms with people from all walks of life. It doesn’t matter how much money you have, everyone is sat there hoping for the same thing and it does bring you back down to earth.”Now my lifestyle and my attitude is a lot different to some other players, but I would never knock them for that because they haven’t been through or experienced what I have.”I know I didn’t think about these problems before Connor arrived, but then why would I have done? That’s why, if I’m fundraising, I’ll never push it with the lads here and I’ll never go around preaching that this is what they should all be doing in their spare time.”Following his U21 Euro 2023 triumph, Lee brought the trophy for his son’s side, Solihull Moors Down’s Syndrome Team, to look at.He told ITV: “When I’m away for this amount of time I don’t normally bring a trophy back. It was good that we could win it.”After lifting the trophy himself, his son Connor said: “It’s good and I’m proud of my dad. My dad is a great manager and coach.”Lee Carsley with former Everton teammate and doppelganger Thomas GravesenLee was part of the of Mick McCarthy’s Republic of Ireland squad for the 2002 World Cup in South Korea and Japan.But due a number of factors, England’s new interim manager didn’t have the best of times, as he told the Irish Examiner in January 2024.He explained: “I was at the World Cup but I felt out of it. I was playing well for Everton, I felt like I could contribute to the team.”Then, to only get a couple of minutes – especially after Roy Keane going home — was really frustrating.”I don’t look back on the World Cup as a great experience. The fact that I played two minutes at a World Cup isn’t something that I’d talk about.”At that point, we had Connor. He was two years old then. I’m not saying that I had any mental health issues or anything like that, but my wife was pregnant with our third.“We were dealing with Connor and all the challenges that come with that.”Being away with Ireland for long spells, there were a lot of times when I was thinking ‘is this actually worth being away from home?’”Your club form starts to struggle then because you’ve been sitting in a hotel for 10 days, not getting a lot of game-time and find yourself out of the team when you go back to your club.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It’s like a negative circle. That’s why I pulled out of squads with Ireland or decided not to play for a while.” Their third child is a daughter named Lois. More

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      Meet Edward Glazer: Director of Man Utd, co-chairman of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers & co-president of his family foundation

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      THE Glazers are a family of billionaires who run multiple companies and invest in sports teams on both sides of the Atlantic.Here we take look at the life of Edward Glazer — as well as the businesses he heads.Edward Glazer looking on before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Raymond James Stadium on September 9, 2021 in Tampa, FloridaCredit: GettyWho is Edward Glazer?Edward Glazer was born on December 15, 1969.He has four brothers, Avram, Joel, Bryan and Kevin, and a sister named Darcie.Edward graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Ithaca College in 1992.A proud alumnus of the school, he later opened the Edward and Shari Glazer Arena on the school’s campus.read more on the glazersThe Man Utd director shares three daughters with his wife Shari.How long has Edward Glazer been a director of Man Utd?Looking to expand his business portfolio in the UK, Malcolm Glazer purchased a majority stake in Premier League outfit Manchester United.He gradually bought out shareholders between 2003 and 2005, ultimately acquiring ownership of the club in a £790m takeover.Edward was first appointed as a director of United in 2006.Most read in FootballHe is currently a director at both both Red Football Limited and Manchester United Limited.In February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos group bought a quarter of the Glazer family’s 68 per cent stake in the Red Devils.Plane flies ‘Glazers Out’ banner over NFL clash as Man Utd fan protest hits the US amid takeover uncertaintySince then Ratcliffe has been in charge of “football operations” at the club — the Man Utd board asked the businessman to assume control of that side of the business.A statement released at the time read: “As part of the transaction, Ineos has accepted a request by the board to be delegated responsibility for the management of the club’s football operations.”The Glazer family’s ownership of the Premier League team over the past 20 years has been a point of controversy.Ever since the American family took charge there have been repeated fan protests, with many supporters feeling that the club has moved away from its traditional values.How long has Edward Glazer co-chaired Tampa Bay Buccaneers?The Glazer family bought the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1995, with American tycoon Malcolm paying a then-record $192million for the outfit.The franchise is now worth an estimated $4billion (£3.1m), according to Forbes.Edward has been the co-chairman of the NFL outfit since 1994, along with his brothers Bryan and Joel.He oversees many aspects of the team’s day-to-day business operations.Under the siblings’ tenure, the Bucs won their first Super Bowl in 2003 — going on to lift the game’s biggest title once again in 2021.They also opened an impressive new stadium, where home team touchdowns are celebrated by numerous cannons firing from a 103-foot replica pirate ship.What else does Edward Glazer do for a living?Edward is the president of the Glazer Family Foundation, which is dedicated to helping children in the Tampa Bay community.Among the charity’s many achievements is the construction of the Glazer Children’s Museum in downtown Tampa, which opened in 2010.Along with his brothers Bryan and Joel, Edward is a co-owner of First Allied Corporation — a real estate holding company that owns and rents out US shopping malls.Reports that emerged in July 2024 revealed that the Glazer family is looking to invest in the UK cricket market.According to the Telegraph, the Glazers could get involved with a Hundred franchise.READ MORE SUN STORIESA specific team they’re interested in buying isn’t mentioned, but there’s been speculation that they could throw their support behind the Manchester Originals.The team plays out of the Old Trafford cricket ground, situated only 800 metres from the football stadium. More

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      Who is Man Utd director Kevin Glazer?

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      The Glazer family currently owns Manchester United and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Here we get to know Red Devils director Kevin.Kevin Glazer is the founder, CEO and chairman of Glazer PropertiesCredit: Glazer PropertiesWho is Kevin Glazer?Kevin Glazer was born in Rochester, New York, US.He has four brothers — Avram, Joel, Bryan and Edward — and a sister named Darcie.Kevin graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Ithaca College in 1984.He prefers to keep his personal information out of the public domain, so details about his life — outside of his business dealings — are limited.read more on the glazersHow long has Kevin Glazer been a director of Manchester United?Malcolm Glazer gradually bought out investors between 2003 and 2005 to own a controlling share in Manchester United in a £790m takeover.Kevin was appointed as a director of United in 2006.He is currently a director of both Red Football Limited and Manchester United Limited.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos group bought a quarter of the Glazer family’s 68 per cent stake in the Man Utd in February 2024.Most read in FootballThe UK billionaire has been in charge of “football operations” at the club since then.United’s board asked the businessman to assume control of the footballing side of the business following the buyout.Plane flies ‘Glazers Out’ banner over NFL clash as Man Utd fan protest hits the US amid takeover uncertaintyA statement released at the time read: “As part of the transaction, Ineos has accepted a request by the board to be delegated responsibility for the management of the club’s football operations.”The Glazer’s ownership of the Premier League team has been a point of controversy over the past 20 years, with repeated protests by fans over the family’s running of the club.What else does Kevin Glazer do for a living?Kevin is co-chairman of First Allied Corporation, the business which is the foundation of the family’s fortune.It’s a real estate holding company that owns and rents out shopping malls in the US.He has been the director of the Houlihan’s restaurant chain since September 1992.Kevin is also the founder, CEO and chairman of Glazer Properties, which describes itself as an “industry leader” in the ownership, acquisition, management and leasing of premier commercial real estate throughout America.According to reports that emerged in July 2024, the Glazer family is looking to invest in the UK cricket market.The Glazers could get involved with a Hundred franchise, per the Telegraph.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe report doesn’t mention a specific team they’re interested in buying, but there has been speculation that they could throw their weight behind the Manchester Originals.The team plays out of the Old Trafford cricket ground, which is located just 800 metres from the football stadium. More

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      Who is Man Utd and Tampa Bay Buccaneers co-chairman Bryan Glazer?

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      THE Billionaire Glazer family is best known for investing in sporting franchises in the US and UK.Here’s everything you need to know about Malcolm Glazer’s second-born son — Bryan.Bryan Glazer standing in front of his brothers Avram and Joel during the Champions League qualifier between Man U and Debreceni on August 9, 2005Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdWho is Bryan Glazer?Brian Glazer was born on October 27, 1964, in Rochester, New York, US.He has four brothers — Avram, Joel, Kevin and Edward — and a sister named Darcie.Joel attended the American University in Washington DC, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in broadcast communications and was the leader of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity.He is married to Shanna and the couple has two children — but they prefer to keep their personal information out of the public spotlight.READ MORE ON THE GLAZERSHow long has Byran Glazer co-chaired the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Manchester United?American tycoon Malcolm Glazer bought the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for $192million in 1995 — a record sum at the time.The Glazers have owned the NFL outfit ever since, and according to Forbes it’s now worth an estimated $4billion.Since 1995, Bryan has been the co-chairman — along with his brothers Joel and Edward — and vice-president of the franchise.The club won its first Super Bowl in 2003 under the siblings’ tenure, before repeating the feat in 2021.Most read in FootballThey also opened an impressive new stadium, where touchdowns by the home team are celebrated by a cannon salute — firing from a 103-foot replica pirate ship.Bryan was a key player in the design, construction and development of the new stadium, as well as re-designing the franchise’s logo.Plane flies ‘Glazers Out’ banner over NFL clash as Man Utd fan protest hits the US amid takeover uncertaintyHis father Malcolm also bought a controlling share in Manchester United between 2003 and 2005 in a £790m takeover, gradually buying out shareholders.Bryan was appointed co-chairman of the club, as well as non-executive director of the United board, by his dad in 2005.He was instrumental in signing American International Group (AIG) as the club’s shirt sponsor for the start of the 2006-07 season in a record-breaking deal worth $100million.. UK billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos group bought a quarter of the Glazer family’s 68 per cent stake in the Man Utd in February 2024.Ratcliffe has been in charge of “football operations” at the club since then.Following the buyout, the Red Devils’ board asked the businessman to assume control of the footballing side of the business.A statement released at the time read: “As part of the transaction, Ineos has accepted a request by the board to be delegated responsibility for the management of the club’s football operations.”The Glazer’s ownership of the Premier League team has been a point of controversy over the past 20 years, with repeated protests by fans over the family’s running of the club.Bryan Glazer (centre) with brothers Avram (left) and Joel (right)Credit: APWhat else does Bryan Glazer do?Bryan was a director of the Zapata Corporation — which was founded by George W Bush — between 1997 and 2009.Along with his brothers Joel and Edward, Bryan is also a co-owner of First Allied Corporation.The business is a real estate holding company that owns and rents out US shopping malls.Reports emerged in July 2024 that the Glazer family is looking to invest in the UK cricket market.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Glazers could invest in a Hundred franchise, according to The Telegraph.The report doesn’t mention a specific team they’re interested in buying, but they could throw their support behind Manchester Originals as the team plays at the Old Trafford cricket ground — only 800 metres from the football stadium. More

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      Who is Man Utd and Tampa Bay Buccaneers co-chairman and owner Joel Glazer?

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      THE Billionaire Glazer family is well known for investing in sporting franchises on both sides of the Atlantic.Here we take a look at the life and business ventures of Joel Glazer.Joel Glazer shaking hands with United legend Paul Scholes at the team’s training ground in May 2011Credit: Action Images – ReutersWho is Joel Glazer?Joel Glazer was born on March 31, 1967, in Rochester, New York, US.He has four brothers — Avram, Kevin, Bryan and Edward — and a sister named Darcie.Joel attended the American University in Washington DC, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies in 1989.He is married to clinical psychologist Angela, and the couple has two children — a son named Dylan and a daughter called Zoey.READ MORE ON THE GLAZERSHow long has Joel Glazer owned Manchester United and Tampa Bay Buccaneers?In 1995, American tycoon Malcolm Glazer paid a then-record $192million for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.The Glazer family has owned the franchise ever since, and according to Forbes it’s now worth an estimated $4billion.Joel is the co-chairman of the NFL outfit along with his brothers Bryan and Edward.Under the siblings’ tenure, the Bucs won their first Super Bowl in 2003 — going on to lift the game’s biggest title once again in 2021.Most read in FootballThey also opened an impressive new stadium, where home team touchdowns are celebrated by numerous cannons firing from a 103-foot replica pirate ship.Malcolm also bought a controlling share in Manchester United — expanding his business empire on this side of the Atlantic.Plane flies ‘Glazers Out’ banner over NFL clash as Man Utd fan protest hits the US amid takeover uncertaintyBetween 2003 and 2005, Malcolm acquired ownership of United in a £790m takeover, gradually buying out shareholders.Joel has been the co-chairman of Man U, along with his brother Avram, since 2005.British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos group bought a quarter of the Glazer family’s 68 per cent stake in the Red Devils in February 2024.Ratcliffe has been in charge of “football operations” at the club since then.Rather than requesting it, the Man Utd board asked the businessman to assume control of the footballing side of the business.A statement released at the time read: “As part of the transaction, Ineos has accepted a request by the board to be delegated responsibility for the management of the club’s football operations.”Over the past 20 years, the Glazer’s ownership of the Premier League team has been a point of controversy.There have been repeated fan protests ever since the American family took charge.A great many Utd supporters feel that the club moved away from its local, traditional values.Joel Glazer (right) with brothers Avram (left) and Bryan (centre)Credit: APWhat else does Joel Glazer own?Joel has been active in the Tampa Bay community through the Glazer Family Foundation, which IS dedicated to helping children in the local area.Among its many achievements, the charity constructed the Glazer Children’s Museum in downtown Tampa, which opened in 2010.Along with his brothers Bryan and Edward, Joel is a co-owner of First Allied Corporation — a real estate holding company that owns and rents out US shopping malls. In 2021, Joel was one of the key figures attempting to set up the breakaway European Super League, before being forced to pull out due to the severe backlash from fans.In a statement on United’s website, he apologised to fans, saying: “We fully accept that the Super League was not the right way to go about it.”In seeking to create a more stable foundation for the game, we failed to show enough respect for its deep-rooted traditions — promotion, relegation, the pyramid — and for that we are sorry.”This is the world’s greatest football club and we apologise unreservedly for the unrest caused during these past few days.”It is important for us to put that right.”And in July 2024, reports emerged that the Glazers are looking to get involved in the UK cricket market.The family is among the potential parties who could invest in a Hundred franchise, according to The Telegraph.READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile the report doesn’t mention a particular team they are interested in purchasing, they might decide to stay close to home and throw their support behind Manchester Originals.The side plays out of the Old Trafford cricket ground — just 800 metres down the road from the football stadium. More

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      Who is Man Utd and Tampa Bay Buccaneers owner Avram Glazer?

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      THE Glazer family is worth billions of pounds and owns teams in multiple sports, including a majority stake in Manchester United.Here we get to know the eldest son of the late Malcolm Glazer — Avram.Avram Glazer shaking hands with Erik ten Hag at the FA Cup final between Man U and Man City at Wembley Stadium on June 3, 2023Credit: AlamyWho is Avram Glazer?Avram Glazer, known as Avie, was born on October 19, 1960, in Rochester, New York, US.He attended Pittsford Mendon High School, before receiving a BS degree in business administration from Washington University in 1982.In 1978, he was awarded the Junior Achievement Outstanding Young Businessman Of The Year.The American businessman is the eldest of Malcolm and Linda Glazer’s six children.READ MORE ON THE GLAZERSHe has four brothers — Kevin, Bryan, Joel and Edward — and a sister named Darcie.How long has Avram Glazer owned Manchester United and Tampa Bay Buccaneers?The Glazer family has owned the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers since 1995, when American tycoon Malcolm Glazer paid a then-record $192million for the franchise.According to Forbes, it’s now worth an estimated $4billion (£3.1m).Looking to expand his business empire on both sides of the Atlantic, he also purchased a majority stake in Premier League outfit Manchester United.Most read in FootballMalcolm gradually bought out shareholders between 2003 and 2005, eventually acquiring ownership of United in a £790m takeover.Avram has been the co-chairman of United, along with his brother Joel, since 2005.Plane flies ‘Glazers Out’ banner over NFL clash as Man Utd fan protest hits the US amid takeover uncertaintyIn February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos group bought a quarter of the Glazer’s 68 per cent stake in the club.Since then Ratcliffe has been in charge of “football operations”.The wording of a statement released at the time revealed the Man Utd board asked the businessman to assume control of the footballing side of the business, rather than Ratcliffe requesting it.It read: “As part of the transaction, Ineos has accepted a request by the board to be delegated responsibility for the management of the club’s football operations.”The Glazer family’s ownership of the Red Devils has been a point of controversy for the past 20 years.Ever since the American family took charge of Man U there have been repeated fan protests.Many supporters believe that the club has moved away from its traditional local values.Avram Glazer (left) with brothers Bryan (centre) and Joel (right)Credit: APWhat else does Avram Glazer own?Avram’s earlier business career included being chairman and chief executive of the Zapata Corporation — which was founded by George W Bush — between 1995 and 2009.In December 2021, he purchased a franchise from the brand-new T20 league in the United Arab Emirates.He said: “I am very excited to be a part of UAE T20 at its formation. UAE T20 promises to be a world-class event that will be transformative to the growth of cricket in the Emirates.”The UAE T20 league is a six-team competition which began in January 2023.And in July 2024, reports emerged that the Glazers are set to dip their toes into the UK cricket market.According to The Telegraph, the family is among the potential parties who could investment in a Hundred franchise — although the report doesn’t mention a particular team they hold an interest in purchasing.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf they chose to stay close to home, they could throw their support behind Manchester Originals.The team plays at the Old Trafford cricket ground, which is located just 800 metres down the road from the football stadium. More

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      Meet Delicious Orie, Anthony Joshua sparring partner and boxing gold medal hopeful at Paris 2024

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      DELICIOUS Orie is part of Team GB’s boxing team at the Paris Olympics.He is the sparring partner of Anthony Joshua and after winning gold at the European and Commonwealth Games, he is eyeing now Olympic gold at the Paris Olympics.Delicious Orie started boxing at the age of 18Credit: GettyHe won gold at the Commonwealth Games in 2022Credit: ReutersWho is Delicious Orie?Delicious Orie is a British boxer.He was born in Moscow on May 31, 1997 to a Nigerian father and a Russian mother.Orie relocated to England at age seven to escape racial prejudice, settling in Wolverhampton.He played basketball in his youth before transitioning to boxing at the age of 18.read more on Paris OlympicsOrie secured a bronze medal at the 2022 European Championships, marking his arrival on the international stage.He went on to clinch gold medals at both the 2022 Commonwealth Games in England and the 2023 European Games in Poland.In a BBC interview in 2022, his father disclosed that Orie’s name draws inspiration from Delicious Kennedy, the vocalist of the renowned American R&B and pop group ‘All for One’.Orie holds a first-class honours degree in Business and Management from Birmingham’s Aston University.Most read in BoxingHe told The Sun: “I only started taking boxing seriously after I watched AJ at London 2012.“That’s when it really resonated with me. “That’s my first and biggest Olympic memory — until I do it!“When I started, the man everyone looked up to was Anthony Joshua.“From then it was in my head that I need to win a medal, because this is what GB Boxing has been doing time and time again and proved over and over again.“So it’s only right for me to go out there and do that. “To listen to the coaches and go up there and perform and just have full belief and trust in them and myself.”His plan is to turn professional after the Olympics.He added: “So this is the plan — Paris Olympics and then turn professional. And then world heavyweight champion by 2029.“Early 30s, world champ — I’ll be happy with that.”Will Delicious Orie be competing in the Paris Olympics?Delicious Orie is part of Team GB in the Paris OlympicsCredit: GettyYes, Delicious Orie will be competing in the Paris Olympics.He secured his spot for Team GB after he won a gold medal at the 2023 European Games in Poland.He told GB Boxing: “Winning gold at a multi-sport event like the Commonwealth Games was a brilliant and I am looking forward to putting all of that experience to good use at the Olympics. “We have all worked so hard to get to this point and, it is great to have qualified, but the job is not yet done and my aim is to keep working hard and make sure I am in the best possible shape when it comes to competing on the biggest stage of all in Paris.”When will Delicious Orie be competing in the Paris Olympics?Delicious Orie will compete from Saturday July 27 to Saturday August 10, 2024 in the Paris Olympics.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Olympic boxing competition features 124 male and 124 female participants across seven weight classes.BBC will broadcast the Paris Olympics on BBC Sport and BBC iPlayer live. More