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      Who was Callum Simpson’s late sister Lily-Rae?

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      CALLUM SIMPSON’S sister Lily-Rae tragically died in a horror quad bike accident in Greece last year.The boxer, 28, defends his British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles against Steed Woodall on Saturday, January 10, where he will honour his beloved sibling’s memory.Callum Simpson with his sister Lily-RaeCredit: InstagramWho was Lily-Rae Simpson?Lily-Rae Simpson was the 19-year-old sister of boxer Callum Simpson.On August 3, 2024, the fighter from Barnsley took home the Lonsdale belt with victory over Zak Chelli.In social media posts that were shared by Sky Sports, Lily-Rae was captured on video enjoying her big bro’s triumph and singing his name.Just two weeks later, on the first night of a holiday in Greece, she was in a tragic road accident, which eventually took her life following a 10-day coma.read more on callum simpsonBeauty studiesLily-Rae had recently completed a course in beauty studies at Barnsley College — she was on holiday celebrating the achievement when the horrific accident occurred.On September 3, 2024, a heartbroken Callum shared the news of her passing on social media.Posting a picture of his little sister, the boxer wrote: “Absolutely heartbroken to say that my beautiful little sister, Lily-Rae, was in a road accident while on holiday in Zante.”She was flown to Athens and spent 10 days in ICU, but despite the best efforts of the medical teams, Lily sadly passed away.”Most read in BoxingHe added: “Even though she used to ring me to complain about being referred to as ‘Callum Simpson’s sister’, I know she loved the hype.” I will continue to make her proud. Love you always.”Ahead of his title defence on Saturday, January 11, 2025, Callum opened up about his little sister and the tribute he plans to pay her in the ring.He said: “People only die when you stop talking about them and forget about them.“I will never stop talking about her.I love to speak about her and I have a tribute to her on my kit for this next fightCallum Simpson“I will always say her name.“Although it makes me upset, whenever anyone says her name or speaks about her, I smile and I laugh.“Because I am just proud that she was my sister.“I love to speak about her and I have a tribute to her on my kit for this next fight.“Barnsley football club did a minute’s applause for her just after she passed away.Callum Simpson has a tribute to his sister Lily-Rae on his kit for the Steed Woodall fightCredit: Instagram“I am glad everyone gets to see her beautiful face and see how beautiful she was.”Sadly, the the six months since Lily-Rae’s passing have left the fighter mourning the many milestones they will no longer get to enjoy together.He explained: “It was the first night of her girl’s holiday in Zante, she was on the back of a quad bike and it went around a corner too fast and she went over a verge and came off.“She was airlifted form Zante to Athens and was then in a coma there for 10 days.“And there were difficulties with an operation they were trying to do at the end of that and she sadly passed away.“Other than her not being here, it’s seeing what it’s done to the family, my dad and step-mum and brothers and sisters.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Knowing that she won’t be a bridesmaid at my wedding.“Or be an aunty to my kids and they won’t get to meet her.” More

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      Who is Ashley Young’s son Tyler, how old is he and what position does he play?

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      EVERTON’S Ashley Young might go head-to-head with his own son, Tyler, in the FA Cup.This potential father-son clash could be one for the history books as Peterborough travel to Everton in the third round. Here’s what we know about Tyler.Tyler Young of Peterborough United may be playing against his well-known fatherCredit: Getty ImagesWho is Ashley Young’s son, Tyler?Tyler Young is the son of Ashley Young, who plays for Everton.Born June 4, 2006, the 18-year-old may face his defender father at Goodison Park on January 9, 2025.Young Sr’s Everton have been drawn at home against Peterborough, the League One side where his son, Tyler, has been playing since joining from QPR in Summer 2024.The teenage midfielder has made just one first-team appearance for Peterborough so far, featuring in the EFL Trophy against Stevenage back in October 2024.Read more on Ashley YoungBefore QPR, he was at MK Dons, and in 2014, he joined the Arsenal Academy.Who is Ashley Young’s partner supporting in the match?In a fun joint interview packed with trash talk and playful mind games, Young Sr was asked the big question: who’s his partner and the rest of the family going to be cheering for?He told talkSPORT: “Let’s put it this way… they’ve not got Everton shirts, so they’ve all gone and leaned towards Tyler’s side.”I even think my own parents are actually leaning towards Tyler’s side as well. So I’m just out here cheering on myself.”Most read in FootballYoung Sr, 39, has been busy this season, making 18 appearances for the Toffees since signing a contract extension in the summer.Former Man Utd star Ashley Young, 39, ‘ripped his neck’ against Chelsea, claims Everton boss Sean Dyche In that time, he’s found the back of the net once and set up three goals for his teammates.The former England international already has an FA Cup win under his belt, having lifted the trophy with Manchester United back in 2016.But when it comes to potentially facing his son on the pitch, Young admits that moment would top any trophy he’s ever won.Looking back at last month’s draw, he shared his thoughts: “I saw that we’d been drawn against Peterborough and like I said for years, if there was any way that we could play against each other or play with each other, it would be the pinnacle of my career.“It would eclipse everything I’ve done.”So when it finally was drawn I was sat next to my wife and I was like I’ve been drawn against Tyler and she was like, ‘Nah no way,’ and I said, ‘Seriously look,’ and so we was there watching it.If I was to nutmeg my dad he probably wouldn’t even say I was allowed back in the house.Tyler Young”So she rang him, tried to FaceTime him. Tyler being Tyler, any 18-year-old, ‘Did you see the draw?’ ‘No I just come out the shower. What draw?’”Obviously he didn’t even know the FA Cup draw was on. You know as soon as I saw it, I’m not one that usually is lost for words and for me I just had no words.”I was saying to my wife, saying to my daughters that I just couldn’t believe it, like I just couldn’t believe it.”Tyler was getting ready for a game the next day, he couldn’t believe it after he’d obviously seen that I’d said that we’d been drawn against each other.”Ashley Young holding a young TylerCredit: InstagramTyler is absolutely buzzing at the idea of going up against his dad, saying that knocking him out of the FA Cup to secure a spot in the fourth round would make the victory even sweeter.Talking about the chance to face his dad, the former Watford star, Tyler said: “It means a lot, even to be playing against my dad, but even to play in the FA Cup, which has got so much history.”Just playing in the competition I’ve been watching since I was younger would mean a lot, it’ll be even better that I’ll be playing against my dad.”Ashley is looking forward to going head-to-head with his sonCredit: Getty ImagesHis father added: “There’ll be plenty of shoulder barging if it happened, don’t worry about that!“I’d pinch him or slap him over the head.”The duo even made an appearance on The One Show to chat about the upcoming match.READ MORE SUN STORIESDuring the preview, Tyler reaffirmed that his mum is backing him all the way — but he’s definitely risking some heat from his dad.He joked: “If I was to nutmeg my dad he probably wouldn’t even say I was allowed back in the house.” More

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      Who is Lilly Gerrard’s boyfriend Lee Byrne?

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      LEE Byrne is the boyfriend of Lilly Gerrard whose dad is the former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard.Lilly and her partner shocked the nation when they announced on January 5, 2025, that they were expecting a baby. Lee Byrne is dating Lilly-Ella GerrardCredit: Instagram/@Lilly.GerrardLilly is an influencerCredit: Instagram/@Lilly.GerrardRomance with LillyLee Byrne keeps much of his personal life private but it is known that he grew up in Ireland. The Sun exclusively revealed his romance with Lilly-Ella Gerrard in October 2022, when the footballer’s daughter was 18-years-old at the time.Both Lee and Lilly were seen holidaying together in Ibiza, sparking romance rumours. Since then, the couple began regularly sharing pictures of each other on their social media accounts.Read More on Steven GerrardAccording to Lee, Lilly is the “best person he’s ever met”.Lilly’s superstar lifeLee’s partner Lilly is the daughter of Steven Gerrard and Alex Curran. Steven is considered to be one of Liverpool FC’s greatest ever players and captained England’s national team.Alex is most well known for being referred to as an “über-WAG”, but she has also worked as a model in her career. Most read in FootballThe pair welcomed Lilly on February 23, 2004, and raised her alongside their two other kids, Lio and Lexie.Lilly appeared as an extra in Coronation Street, before deciding to become an influencer. Lilly revealed that she is pregnant in an adorable postCredit: Instagram/@Lilly.GerrardShe has over 210,000 followers on Instagram (as of January 2025) and regularly posts updates about her life as the daughter of a star footballer. Lee’s baby newsOn January 5, 2025, Lilly posted an adorable picture of two positive pregnancy tests and a pair of baby shoes. She captioned the post: “Our little secret, the best news, mini us is on the way.”Excited fans flooded the comments congratulating the couple and wishing both Lee and Lilly luck as parents.Even Lilly’s dad Steven joined in on the fun by saying: “We can’t wait”. More

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      Who is Steven Gerrard’s daughter Lilly?

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      LILLY-ELLA Gerrard is the daughter of the world-famous footballer and former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard.Both fans of Lilly and her dad were thrilled when she announced on January 5, 2025, that she was expecting a baby with her partner. Lilly-Ella Gerrard is an influencerCredit: Instagram/@Lilly.GerrardLilly’s father is the famous footballer Steven GerrardCredit: Getty ImagesLilly revealed that she is pregnant in an adorable postCredit: Instagram/@Lilly.GerrardGrowing up famousLilly was born on February 23, 2004.As well as having a famous dad, she also has a supermodel mum named Alex Curran. Alex was known as one of the most famous WAGs of the 2000s, with The Times dubbing her the “über-WAG”.Lilly decided to follow her mum into showbiz, when she visited the set of the hit soap Coronation Street. Read More on Steven GerrardIn 2013, she landed a non-speaking extra role on the show, in an episode which starred Helen Worth as Gail Platt. Lilly is one of Alex and Steven’s four children. She has a brother named Lio and two sisters, named Lexie and Lourdes. Life as an influencerLilly has launched several popular social media accounts, where she takes fans behind the scenes of her life as Steven Gerrard’s daughter.Most read in FootballShe often posts videos of her dogs and has amassed over 70,000 followers on TikTok (as of January 2025).The influencer is even more popular on Instagram, where she has over 210,000 followers (as of January 2025).Lilly is dating Lee ByrneCredit: Instagram/@Lilly.GerrardBaby on the wayOn January 5, 2025, Lilly shared that she was pregnant in an adorable post. She posted a snap of a pregnancy journal, alongside two positive tests, two scan pictures and a pair of booties.Lilly captioned the post: “Our little secret, the best news, mini us is on the way.”The Sun first revealed that Lily was dating Lee Byrne, the father of her baby, in 2022. Lee and Lilly’s families have reportedly grown close, since the pair were first spotted on holiday in Ibiza. More

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      Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali buys UK’s most expensive flat as he purchases luxury £56million Mayfair penthouse

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      CHELSEA co-owner Behdad Eghbali has bought the UK’s most expensive flat – costing £56million. The Iranian–American businessman – who took over Chelsea with Todd Boehly in 2022 – purchased the luxury penthouse in Mayfair. Behdad Eghbali has bought the UK’s most expensive flatCredit: AFPAccording to Bloomberg, the billionaire bought the flat in the summer and it features a cinema, swimming pool and spa.Eghbali – worth an estimated £3BILLION – already has a similar apartment worth £34m in the same neighbourhood. Boehly and Eghbali paid former Blues owner Roman Abramovich £4.25bn in the summer of 2022. But at the start of this season, rumours swirled of a civil war between the two owners behind the scenes. READ MORE ON CHELSEAThe co-controlling owners were at loggerheads and apparently wanted to buy each other out. But as performances on the pitch under new manager Enzo Maresca improved – talk of friendly fire in West London soon faded out. The last time the pair were pictured together was during Chelsea’s away trip to West Ham in September. They were both in the Stamford Bridge stands for the Blues’ 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest in October – but sat separately. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBoehly watched his side hammer Aston Villa 3-0 at the start of December – doing so wearing a Chelsea jacket. Eghbali meanwhile was in the stands to watch the disastrous 2-1 Boxing Day defeat to Fulham – sat alongside transfer chief Paul Winstanley. Chelsea are coming off successive losses having been beaten 2-0 at Ipswich – leaving them off the pace in the title race. Moment Luke Littler copies Chelsea legend’s celebration during World Darts Championship clash with Nathan Aspinall More

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      Who is Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 referee Roberto Ramirez Jnr?

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      TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk resume battle on Saturday night to be crowned heavyweight king – but who is the third man in the ring?Here we get to know Roberto Ramirez Jr, who will be officiating the blockbuster rematch in Riyadh.Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk go toe-to-toe for a second time on SaturdayCredit: ReutersRoberto Ramirez Jr (left) will be in charge of the fightCredit: PAWho is Roberto Ramirez Jr?Roberto Ramirez Jr is a professional boxing referee from Puerto Rico.His father, Roberto Ramirez Sr, was also a respected referee who presided over title fights, including Aaron Pryor vs Gaetan Hart in November 1980 for the WBA light-welterweight belt.Ramirez Jr followed in his father’s footsteps, beginning his professional refereeing career in 2003.Over the course of his career to date, he has officiated an impressive 412 bouts, including multiple world title fights.read more on fury v usyk 2First heavyweight title fightWhile Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk 2 will be the first heavyweight world title fight he has reffed, Ramirez Jr has overseen some big clashes in the top division.His most significant heavyweight fight so far was the 2014 demolition of Malik Scott by Deontay Wilder.He has also looked after influencer boxing fights, including the October 2023 dust-up between Logan Paul and Dillon Danis.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk 2The pinnacle of Ramirez Jr’s career so far is his selection to ref the highly-anticipated heavyweight rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.Most read in BoxingThe biggest fight of the year is scheduled for around 10pm on December 21, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Beyond his in-ring duties, Ramirez Jr has actively contributed to the development of boxing officiating.Tyson Fury stuns reporter with chilling threat to inflict ‘serious hurt’ on Oleksandr Usyk in heavyweight rematchExpertiseIn October 2023, he participated in a WBO Referee and Judges Seminar in Nicaragua, sharing his expertise with aspiring officials.He is committed to improving the standard of officiating in boxing and passing on his knowledge to the next generation of referees.Furthermore, Ramirez Jr has been involved in WBO conventions, further cementing his standing in the international boxing community.CriticismWhile Ramirez Jr has generally enjoyed a controversy-free career, he has not been immune to criticism.It was such a high-status fight, why would you put in a referee no one had heard of?Chantelle CameronBBC Radio NorthamptonFollowing Chantelle Cameron’s defeat by Katie Taylor in their November 2023 rematch, both Cameron and her former trainer Jamie Moore expressed dissatisfaction with Ramirez Jr’s officiating.Cameron told BBC Radio Northampton: “It wasn’t just me and Katie in that ring. If it was, I’d take the loss and say the better woman won on the night.”I had everything against me. The ref on the night… It was such a high-status fight, why would you put in a referee no one had heard of?”That’s not my job, it’s my job to fight. I don’t look into who’s reffing, who’s judging.Chantelle Cameron wasn’t happy with Roberto Ramirez Jr’s performance during her rematch with Katie TaylorCredit: DAZN“I’m just frustrated — if I could turn back the hands of time, I would make sure that was all looked into. I’ve learnt my lesson.”In a post-fight interview, Moore said: “We were denied a knockdown in the first round, which should have been a 100% legitimate knockdown.”I begged the referee in the changing room before the fight, please, last time, she got away with holding a lot.”My fighter’s best work is up close. Please don’t let her hold the way she did last time this time. And he allowed her to go on worse this time than it was last time.”READ MORE SUN STORIES”So I’m gutted for her because she was so frustrated by the fourth and fifth rounds because she was holding that much.”From watching what I watched, if Chantelle was allowed to do the work that she can do on the inside, it would have been a different result.”Fury vs Usyk 2: Ring walk time, TV channels and undercard – all you need to know for big rematch More

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      Oleksandr Usyk net worth and how much he is getting paid for Tyson Fury rematch

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      OLEKSANDR USYK rematches Tyson Fury in the biggest fight of his career. Usyk became the first man to ever defeat Fury after his split-decision win in May. Oleksandr Usyk facing off with Tyson FuryCredit: GettyHe also became the first four-belt undisputed champion in heavyweight history. But Usyk was forced to vacate the IBF belt in order to proceed with his money-spinning Riyadh rematch. It means there are still three belts, bragging rights and plenty of money at stake when the two share the ring once more. What is Oleksandr Usyk’s net worth?The true extent of Usyk’s can not truly be known – but reports online suggest it is in the region of £40million – though it could be much more. READ MORE IN BOXINGUsyk has also fought Anthony Joshua twice, with his pair of points wins likely to have banked him around £30m. He would have also picked up a few million for his 2023 victory over Daniel Dubois and other pay-per-view fights against the likes of Tony Bellew and Derek Chisora. Usyk is also sponsored by Venum, Jaxet, Lomus, and WePlay Esports.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: How much is he getting paid for Usyk rematch?Again unconfirmed, but social media reports suggest the fighters are getting in the ring for a split £150m purse.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe share is also unknown, but having won their first fight, Usyk could be taking home more than his rival this time around.Originally, the first fight is believed to have been worth £115m but again the split was never made public knowledge. Watch Tyson Fury’s terrifying rant as Gypsy King vows to put ‘f*****’ Oleksandr Usyk ‘in the hurt locker More

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      Do Carabao Cup quarter-finals have extra-time or go straight to penalties after 90 minutes if draw?

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      WE have reached what promises to be a thrilling quarter-final round of Carabao Cup fixtures – and there is always one question at the front of everyone’s mind.Is there extra time and penalties if the match ends all square after 90 minutes? Liverpool are the current Carabao Cup championsCredit: GETTYWill Carabao Cup fourth-round ties go to extra-time and penalties if needed?If the scoreline is level after 90 minutes, the match WILL go straight to penalties.Extra-time is only used in the Carabao Cup from the semi-finals and onwards.What happened in the final last year?Last year, Premier League giants Liverpool and Chelsea contested the Carabao Cup final.The Reds secured Jurgen Klopp a piece of silverware in his swansong season after Virgil van Dijk headed in a 118th-minute winner.The Dutchman’s winner in last gasp winner secured a 10th League Cup for Liverpool, the most in the competition’s history.What is the Carabao Cup quarter-final schedule?Wednesday, December 18Arsenal vs Crystal Palace (7.30pm)Newcastle vs Brentford (7.45pm)Southampton vs Liverpool (8pm)Thursday, December 19Tottenham vs Man Utd (8pm)Including the semi-final draw following the Spurs vs Man Utd from 10.15pm More