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    Who are Declan Rice’s parents Stephanie and Sean?

    DECLAN RICE is an England ace who previously turned out for the Republic of Ireland.The Arsenal ace’s roots are Irish, but he was born in London. Here’s everything you need to know about Declan’s mum and dad, Stephanie and Sean Rice.Declan Rice’s dad Sean is also his managerCredit: Twitter/XDeclan with mum Stephanie after the match against Slovenia at Euro 2024Credit: GettyWho are Declan Rice’s parents Stephanie and Sean?Declan was born on January 14, 1995, in Kingston Upon Thames.His father, Sean, was born in London after his parents emigrated from County Cork, Ireland.Although Declan plays for Arsenal, his father Sean is a massive Chelsea supporter.His dad encouraged him to play football and became his agent in 2020.Read more on sportsDue to his Irish heritage, Declan played for Ireland’s youth teams from 2015-2018, winning 17 caps from Under-17 to U21 level.He then made his senior debut in 2018, earning three caps.However, in 2019 Declan switched his allegiance from the Republic of Ireland to England.Speaking about the transfer, Declan’s dad said: “I’m very Irish, my mum and dad were very Irish and Declan grew up in an Irish/English environment as a lot of people from London do.Most read in Football”And so at the end of the day he had to make a choice and I have to support my son.”Declan posted a statement about his transfer on Instagram that said he has “equal respect and love for both England and Ireland”.He said that, ultimately, he made the decision based on what he believes is “best for my future”.How long have Stephanie and Sean Rice been married?Stephanie and Sean have chosen to keep much of their personal life private, but Declan sometimes shares a snap of his parents on social media.Although they have not confirmed when they got married, the couple have been together since before Declan was born. Declan credits his mum with creating a close-knit family environment that encouraged him to pursue his passions.Like her husband, Stephanie is also of Irish descent but was born and raised in London.Declan is the proud dad of a son named JudeCredit: PA WireDeclan had Jude with his partner LaurenCredit: PA MediaHow many children do Stephanie and Sean Rice have?Stephanie and Sean have three children – Conor, Jordan and Declan.The footie star is the youngest and regularly posts pics with his brothers on Instagram.He credits his brothers with helping to get him into football and driving him to be the best he can.READ MORE SUN STORIESOne of his brothers made headlines in 2023, when he teased Declan transferring from West Ham to Arsenal.Declan is a now a parent himself as his partner, Lauren Fryer, gave birth to their son Jude in 2022. More

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    How many Ireland caps does Jack Grealish have?

    JACK Grealish is back in the Three Lions squad after missing out on a spot at Euro 2024.But he wasn’t always an England player, having come up through the youth ranks in Ireland.Jack Grealish first represented Ireland at Under-17 levelCredit: CorbisWhen did Jack Grealish play for the Republic for Ireland?Birmingham-born Jack Grealish’s rise to England’s senior set-up took a five-year detour through the Republic of Ireland.In 2010, 14-year-old Grealish was sent home from an England Under-15 training camp after he fell ill and fainted.Following this disappointment, scout Mark O’Toole alerted Ireland to his grandfather’s Galway heritage after watching him play at the Nike Premier Cup.It paid off as Grealish went on to earn caps with the U15s in a green shirt — but England was still interested in the youngster and made contact a year later.read more on jack grealishFormer Three Lions U17 coach John Peacock said: “Myself and U16 head coach Kenny Swain had several discussions with him about switching back but he was undecided.”Grealish was veering towards Ireland, but doubts appeared when he was left out of the U21 squad in October 2012.This encouraged another offer from the Three Lions, with Ireland U21 coach Noel King revealing in May 2013 that Grealish’s eye was wandering to England.But the FAI refused to back down, having already lost defender Michael Keane to England in a similar situation.Most read in FootballKing acted three months later by giving 17-year-old Grealish one of the youngest ever caps at U21 level, making his debut as a sub against the Faroe Islands.Paul Lambert was appointed Aston Villa manager — Grealish’s club at the time — in June 2012, but it was not until late 2014 that he saw international dilemma reach boiling point.‘Fake Paddy’ slurs were thrown at Grealish during matches, and he was on the wrong end of loaded remarks made by assistant Ireland coach Roy Keane.This turbulence led to England U21 boss Gareth Southgate admitting to trying to get the midfielder back in an England shirt in October 2012.Within days of this, he pulled out of an Irish U21 game against Norway to play in a friendly for Villa, before then distancing himself from a senior international debut.Watch sweet moment Jack Grealish says ‘do you still like me-‘ to young Aston Villa fan who asks him to sign shirtVilla boss Lambert was already in Grealish’s bad books after warning the club against giving him a bumper new contract, afraid of the trappings of fame, which he described as ‘nightclubs, alcohol and girlfriends’.But his player’s national identity was also proving to be a tense issue.He said: “I had Jack in the office several times for a good telling off, one in particular for not turning up to training.“Then the Irish thing came up. He seemed pretty torn. I didn’t want him to make the wrong decision.[Jack] realised he had a serious choice to makeTim Sherwood“You have to be comfortable playing for an international side. All I was saying was ‘watch yourself’.“He might turn around today and say ‘Paul Lambert was a real s**t’ or may understand. I thought he had too much on his plate too soon.“I was trying to guide him. I hope he sees that now.”Fast forward to March 2015, and Tim Sherwood was in the Villa hot-seat.But Grealish still hadn’t made his choice between England and Ireland, with things made even more confusing when he won the Ireland U21 Player of the Year award in Dublin.Sherwood said: “I think that night was when it really all started for him. He realised he had a serious choice to make.”Sherwood tried to guide Grealish, telling the youngster: “Don’t choose Ireland just because you think you will get into the team quicker.”You have a long career ahead of you to make it for England.”When he picked up the award, Grealish said he took a year out of internationals to concentrate on club football, promised he would play for Ireland again soon.But Jack switched allegiance to England in 2015 to play for the seniorsCredit: Rex FeaturesBut two months later he turned down another call-up, this time for a friendly against England and a Euro qualifier against Scotland, following a chat with Three Lions boss Roy Hodgson.On October 28, 2015, Grealish finally told Ireland boss Martin O’Neill he’d made the decision to represent England at senior level.Sherwood added: “If you have a player who is head and shoulders above most of your squad, you will fight hard to recruit him.“In the end, he chose England. He made the decision to wait, even if his performances were already befitting of an international player.”How many Ireland caps does Jack Grealish have?Grealish made his debut for the Republic of Ireland U17s in October 2011 when he was 16 years old.He went on to earn seven caps at that level and score three goals.The midfielder won six caps for the U18s, scoring twice.And in August 2013, while he was still 17, Grealish played for the Irish U21s for the first time, going on to achieve six caps at the level and score one goal.READ MORE SUN STORIESSo in total, the Man City ace has 19 caps for Ireland and scored six goals.So when England line up against the Irish in the Nations League on Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Dublin, it wouldn’t be surprising if Grealish receives somewhat of a hostile reception. More

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    How many caps for Ireland does England manager Lee Carsley have?

    LEE Carsley is leading the Three Lions into a new era following Gareth Southgate’s exit after England’s Euro 2024 final heartbreak.His first match in charge is against the country he represented as a player for over a decade — the Republic of Ireland.England interim manager Lee Carsley and assistant coach Ashley Cole pictured during training on September 4, 2024Credit: ReutersWho is Lee Carsley?Lee Carsley was born in Birmingham on February 28, 1974.He enjoyed a long career as a professional footballer, playing for five clubs between 1994 and 2011 — a total of 548 matches.His two longest stints were at Derby County and Everton, where he made his name as a talented midfielder during a six-season spell.Lee also played Blackburn Rovers and Birmingham City, as well as two stints at Coventry City.READ MORE ON LEE CARSELYHe started earning his coaching badges while still playing for Everton, and was appointed head coach of Coventry’s Under-18s in July 2011.Lee left for then Championship side Brentford in 2015 as manager of the development squad.Following the sudden departure of Marinus Dijkhuizen, he was promoted to lead the first-team, taking charge of ten games.He won half of the matches and was named Championship manager of the month in October 2015, before he stepped aside when Dean Smith was appointed.Most read in FootballLee joined the England youth setup as a specialist coach in 2017, before becoming England U20 head coach in 2021.He only took charge of two matches before being promoted to the U21 side in July of the same year.England interim manager Lee Carsley speaks to the media as he announces his first squad since taking over from Gareth SouthgateHis stunning record as England U21 boss includes winning 79.3% of his 29 matches in charge, as well as leading the Young Lions to a Euros win in 2023 — their first title in the competition since 1984.The former Under-21s boss was revealed as the replacement for Gareth Southgate on August 9, 2024.He will be in charge of England’s matches against the Republic of Ireland on September 7, and Finland at Wembley three days later.Ex-England left-back Ashley Cole has been named as Lee’s assistant coach.It’s weird, one minute I was down in the dumps. The next I’m thinking over which of two squads to joinLee CarsleyA statement from the FA confirmed the news, reading: “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.”Lee said: “It’s an honour to step up and lead this England squad on an interim basis.”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.Lee Carsley was appointed interim head coach of England on August 9, 2024Credit: Getty”My main priority is to ensure continuity and our goal is to secure promotion in the UEFA Nations League.”Lee Carsley is married to Louisa, but when the couple tied the knot hasn’t been reported.They live in Kenilworth, Warwickshire with their three children — two sons named Callum and Connor, and a daughter called Lois.When did Lee Carsley play for the Republic of Ireland?Lee qualified for the Irish national side through his grandmother, who was from County Cork.Lee Carsley led England to victory in the 2023 U21 EurosCredit: Getty In 1995, Ireland manager Jack Charlton’s assistant Maurice Setters approached Lee about joining the naton’s U21 set-up.After his club at the time, Derby, was approached by the FA about inviting then 21-year-old Lee to join England U21s at the Toulon Tournament, he seemingly had a decision to make.But he was struck down with a serious injury, could not got to the competition representing either nations, and was under the impression his England U21 chance had passed him by.Following his recovery however, in November 1995 he had a tough choice to make.Speaking to local reporters in Derby at the time, he said: “It’s weird, one minute I was down in the dumps. The next I’m thinking over which of two squads to join.”Lee Carsley with former Everton teammate and doppelganger Thomas GravesenCredit: AFP — GettyLee spoke with speaking with Derby manager Jim Smith before making his decision.Smith said full England international caps are hard to come by, whereas the Ireland route represented more of an opportunity for playing time. A week later Lee played the Republic of Ireland U21s 3-1 defeat against Portugal.At the time, he told the Derby Telegraph that he chose Ireland because he “could wait forever for another call” from England.He went on to add that his Irish grandfather was “absolutely delighted” and that he was “happy with the choice”.His international career playing for the Ireland men’s team lasted from 1997 to 2008.How many caps for Ireland does England manager Lee Carsley have?Lee earned his first cap for the Ireland senior side on October 11, 1997 in a World Cup 1998 qualifying match against Romania, which ended in a 1-1 draw.He went on to play in Ireland’s two playoff matches against Belgium — ultimately failing to qualify after a 3-2 aggregate defeat.Lee became a regular fixture in the team during the nation’s unsuccessful Euro 2000 qualifying campaign.He was selected in Mick McCarthy’s squad for the 2002 World Cup in South Korea and Japan, despite not featuring regularly in internationals for the previous year and a half and only playing in one qualifier for the tournament.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, Lee only made one appearance during the tournament as a late substitute in a 3-0 group stage win over Saudi Arabia.On the international stage, Lee won 40 caps for the Republic of Ireland senior side in a career spanning over a decade. 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    Who was Rebecca Cheptegei? Olympic runner died after ‘petrol attack by ex-boyfriend’

    REBECCA Cheptegei tragically died when her boyfriend allegedly doused her in petrol and set her on fire. The Ugandan athlete, 33, had recently competed in the marathon at the 2024 Paris Olympics.Rebecca Cheptegei tragically died after being set on fire, allegedly by her ex-boyfriendCredit: AlarmyRebecca had competed at the Paris 2024 OlympicsCredit: AFPWho was Rebecca Cheptegei? The Olympian competed in cross country, long distance and marathon events. Rebecca was born on February 22, 1991, in Uganda and began racing in 2010.According to her Olympics bio, she was a soldier and trained with the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces.The runner’s final competition was at in the marathon at the Paris 2024 Olympics.Read more in crimeShe sadly died months later after her ex-boyfriend allegedly attacked her at her home on September 1, 2024.What happened to Rebecca Cheptegei? Local police chief Jeremiah Ole Kosiom told local reporters that Rebecca and her ex-boyfriend Dickson Ndiema were heard arguing outside their home in western Trans Nzoia County, Kenya. He said: “During the altercation, the boyfriend was seen pouring a liquid on the woman before burning her”.Rebecca suffered from burns on over 75 per cent of her body as a result of the attack.Most read in AthleticsShe was rushed to an intensive care unit at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya, but sadly passed away from her injuries on September 5, 2024. According to Kenyan newspaper The Nation, a five-litre jerry can, a bag, and a burned phone were discovered at the scene of the incident.Rebecca’s ex-boyfriend also suffered from burn injuries as a result of the attack and was rushed to hospital. The attack had come after a report published in January 2023 found that 34% of women in Kenya (above the age of 15) had experienced physical violence. There have been several high-profile murders of women in Kenya in recent years, including the death of runner Agnes Tirop who was found stabbed to death in her home in October 2021. Her husband, Ibrahim Rotich, is on trial for her murder but denies the charges.Who has paid tribute to Rebecca Cheptegei? The Ugandan Athletics Federation paid tribute to RebeccaCredit: AP: Associated PressThousands of fans and several sports bodies have paid tribute to the incredible runner. The Ugandan Athletics Federation said: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei early this morning who tragically fell victim to domestic violence. “As a federation, we condemn such acts and call for justice. “May her soul rest In Peace.”Rebecca’s father, Joseph Cheptegei, told reporters that he prayed for “justice for my daughter”.He also said that his daughter and her ex-husband had been embroiled in a property dispute, before her death.What did Rebecca Cheptegei achieve during her career?Rebecca had just competed at the Paris 2024 Olympics before she died on September 1, 2024. She raced against her fellow athletes in the Olympic marathon, where she finished 44th. When Rebecca qualified for the Olympics, she set a new personal best of 2:22:47 at the Abu Dhabi Marathon in December 2022.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Ugandan athlete also previously finished fourth in the half marathon at the 2024 African Games, as well as finishing in 14th place in the 2023 World Championship Marathon. Before this, she finished in 14th place at the marathon at the 2023 World Championships More

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    What type of cancer did Sol Bamba have? Understanding the ex-Leeds United and Cardiff City defender’s cause of death

    SOL Bamba, the star footballer who played for Cardiff City and Leeds United, has sadly passed away.But what type of cancer did the football legend have? Here’s everything you need to know. Sol played for Cardiff, Leicester City and Leeds UnitedCredit: Getty ImagesSol was born in France and also played for Paris Saint-GermainCredit: Getty ImagesWhat type of cancer did Sol Bamba have?Sol battled with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, a disease that 13,000 people are diagnosed with a year in the UK.The exact cause of the disease is unknown, but it is more common in people who have surpressed immune systems.Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma can be diagnosed with a biopsy. There are two types of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: high-grade lymphoma (where the cancer grows quickly) and low-grade (where the cancer grows more slowly). Read more in healthcareChemotherapy and radiotherapy are the most common treatments, but most forms of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma are considered to be treatable. When was Sol Bamba diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma?Sol announced that he had been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma in 2021 and that he was undergoing treatment. In May 2021, just four months after he made the announcement, he told fans that he was now cancer free. However, the cancer later returned and he tragically passed away.Most read in FootballWhat has Sol Bamba’s wife said about his death?Sol met his wife Chloe while playing for Leicester and the couple had three children together. When Sol sadly died, she said: “For the last few years I have watched Sol fight his cancer head on with an astounding mental and physical strength and stoicism.”Unfortunately, it was never a fair fight and just when things were looking up he took a downturn and finally succumbed on 31st August.”These years have been indescribably difficult but we still managed to find joy and laughter in it.”I’ve experienced my worst days but also some of my best.”Sol accepted his fate as God’s will and left this earth knowing, without a shadow of a doubt, that he was loved wholeheartedly. I made sure of that.”It was an honour to have loved and been loved by Sol. I learnt so much from him. He is my hero. My heart is breaking.”What a gift, what a gift, what a gift to have been loved by him.”Who did Sol Bamba play for?Sol played for some of the top football clubs in the world.He began his career with Paris Saint-Germain, at the age of 11. As his career progressed, he moved to the Scottish team Dunfermline Athletic and later Hibernian. Sol became a household name though when he joined Leicester City in 2011.His time with the club was short though and he moved to the Turkish team Trabzonspor in 2012. READ MORE SUN STORIESThen, after a brief stint with Palermo, he moved to Leeds United where he quickly rose the rank of captain. After this, he joined Cardiff City and later Middlesborough. What are the signs of lymphoma?LYMPHOMA is a term for cancer that starts in the lymph system – a network of vessels and glands that spans your body.There are two main kinds of lymphoma – Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.Lymphoma can cause many different symptoms, depending on which type of lymphoma it is and where it develops in the body.The most typical signs are:Swollen lymph nodes, such as in the neck, armpit or groin areaNight sweatsExtreme tirednessItchingUnexplained weight lossFeverExcessive bleeding, such as nosebleeds, heavy periods and spots of blood under the skinOther signs of lymphoma in a more localised area include:Swelling of the stomach, loss of appetite and other abdominal symptomsCoughing, shortness of breath, or chest pain  More

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    Who is Ben Williams and who is the former goalkeeper fighting against on the Misfits 17 boxing card?

    BEN Williams is a welterweight boxer hoping to win a knock-out fight in Ireland. Here’s everything you need to know about the young boxer competing on the Misfits 17 boxing card. Misfits was co-founded by Youtube personality KSICredit: Getty ImagesWho is Ben Williams?Ben is a boxer from Dublin, Ireland, who fights on Misfits’ boxing card.He is a rising star in the boxing scene but is still relatively new, as he only debuted on July 15, 2023. The boxer, born in 2004, competes in the welterweight category.Ben made headlines when he clashed with TikTok star Ed Matthews, backstage at a Misfits match in November 2023. Read more in boxingAfter being separated from Ed, Ben posted a TikTok claiming that he still “came out on top”.The boxer is a rising social media star too, as he has over 250,000 followers on Instagram and nearly one million TikTok followers.Ben is sometimes referred to by his boxing nickname “Bumblebee”.What is Misfits Boxing?Misfits is a boxing promotion founded by the Youtuber KSI, who is a co-founding member of the Sidemen and co-owner of Prime Hydration.Most read in BoxingKSI founded Misfits Boxing with Wasserman Boxing, a sports marketing and talent management company based in Los Angeles. On 10 January 2023, Misfits announced that it had signed a five-year deal with DAZN (a sports streaming platform) to distribute events with two pay-per-views each year.Who is Ben Williams fighting on the Misfits boxing card?Ben will be facing Warren “The Mechanic” Spencer, at MF X DAZN Series 17. On August 31, Misfits is hosting an event in Ben’s home country of Ireland. Ben is the favourite to win against Warren, who trained with the highly controversial influencer Andrew Tate. More

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    What was Juan Izquirego’s cause of death?

    URUGUAYAN footballer, Juan Izquierdo, has tragically passed away at the age of 27 after collapsing on the pitch during a Copa Libertadores match.The defender, who was playing for Nacional in their last 16 tie against São Paulo, collapsed during the second leg at the Morumbi Stadium in Brazil on Thursday, August 22, 2024.Uruguayan footballer Juan Izquierdo has sadly passed awayWhat happened to Juan Izquierdo?Juan Izquierdo suffered a “cardiorespiratory arrest associated with his cardiac arrhythmia” in the 84th minute of the match.He was rushed to the Albert Einstein Hospital in São Paulo, where he was placed on a ventilator and received neurological critical care.Despite the medical team’s best efforts, Izquierdo sadly passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, after fighting for his life for several days.Uruguay’s domestic leagues postponed their games at the weekend as a mark of respect, while São Paulo players paid tribute to Izquierdo during their Brazilian league win over Vitória on Sunday. The football community has also been left in mourning, with tributes pouring in from around the world.The footballer’s club, Nacional, confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement: “It is with the deepest sorrow and shock in our hearts that Club Nacional announces the death of our beloved player Juan Izquierdo.”We express our most sincere condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones.”South American football chief Alejandro Dominguez expressed his condolences, saying: “South American football is in mourning.”Most read in FootballMeanwhile, São Paulo described it as a “sad day for football”.Former Manchester United striker and Uruguay icon Diego Forlán also paid tribute, he said: “How sad. My deepest condolences to his family.”Tributes from fans and clubs across South America followed, with Brazilian side Fluminense and numerous supporters expressing their grief and sending their condolences to Izquierdo’s loved ones.As the world mourns his loss, Nacional and the wider community remember Juan Izquierdo not just as a talented defender but as a beloved teammate, father, and husband.Born on July 4, 1997, he was just 27 when he died.He leaves behind a wife and two children.A heartfelt message from Nacional read: “RIP Juan, you will be with us forever.”What was Juan Izquierdo’s cause of death?On August 28, 2024, the hospital where Izquierdo passed away released a statement.It read: “The Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital regrets to announce the death of Mr. Juan Manuel Izquierdo, who passed away on Tuesday, August 27, at 9:38 PM (local time), as a result of brain death following a cardiac arrest associated with an arrhythmia.”However, further medical investigations may be conducted to determine if there were any underlying conditions that contributed to this tragic event. The coroner at Albert Einstein Hospital indicated that an autopsy could provide more clarity, but that the decision lies with Izquierdo’s family, as well as CONMEBOL, or Brazilian authorities.Izquierdo’s death is a painful reminder of the health risks faced by athletes, with cardiac-related incidents occurring sporadically in sports. Such occurrences, while rare, have been noted to increase since the global pandemic, raising concerns about athlete health and well-being.READ MORE SUN STORIESIzquierdo spent almost all of his club career in Uruguay, playing for teams including Peñarol, Montevideo Warriors, and Montevideo side Liverpool FC.He had a brief spell with Mexican side Atlético San Luis in 2021 before returning to his homeland, where he was in his second stint with Nacional. More

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    What is Marc Guiu’s goal celebration?

    MARC Guiu is quickly emerging as one of football’s most exciting young talents.From his memorable debut at Barcelona to his high-profile move to Chelsea, his journey is one that fans and followers of the sport won’t want to miss.Marc Guiu is a rising football starCredit: AlamyWho is Marc Guiu?Marc Guiu Paz is a Spanish professional footballer born on January 4, 2006, in Granollers, Barcelona, Catalonia. He plays as a striker for Chelsea in the Premier League. Marc’s early football journey began at Penya Barcelonista Sant Celoni, a fan club of FC Barcelona, before joining Barcelona’s renowned La Masia academy in the 2013–14 season.His development at La Masia caught the attention of the senior team, leading to his call-up for pre-season matches in June 2023.read more on ChelseaHe made his unofficial debut for Barcelona in a friendly against Vissel Kobe.His competitive debut for Barcelona was memorable, as he scored the winning goal just 23 seconds after coming on as a substitute in a 1–0 La Liga victory over Athletic Bilbao.This made him the youngest and fastest debutant to score for Barcelona in the league.Following his impressive performances, Marc made his UEFA Champions League debut. Most read in FootballHis talent and potential were recognized by Chelsea, who signed him in July 2024 for a reported €6 million fee. Marc made his Premier League debut in August 2024 against Manchester City.On the international stage, Marc has represented Spain at various youth levels.What is Marc Guiu’s goal celebration?Marc Guiu’s goal celebration has garnered significant attention due to its unique connection to the popular anime Jujutsu Kaisen. After scoring, Marc mimics the signature move of the character Gojo Satoru by holding up two fingers on each hand.Marc isn’t the first player with Chelsea ties to showcase an anime-inspired celebration. Dominic Solanke, another anime enthusiast and former Chelsea player, has a celebration inspired by the character Kakashi Hatake from Naruto.He celebrated by briefly donning an orange mask similar to Kakashi’s. Dominic told BBC’s Football Focus: “A lot of my friends watch it, so they were pressurising me to watch it, and at first, I wasn’t really into it.”But then I watched Naruto first, and I just couldn’t stop watching it.”And Chelsea’s Cole Palmer also has a distinctive goal celebration, where he rubs his arms as though he’s chilly or cold.How many goals has Marc Guiu scored for Chelsea?As of August 2024, Marc Guiu has yet to score for Chelsea. He joined the club in July 2024 and debuted as a substitute in a Premier League match against Manchester City on August 18, 2024, ending in a 2-0 defeat.Marc has scored a total of 8 goals across his club career. READ MORE SUN STORIESDuring the 2023–24 season with Barcelona, he netted 6 goals in 17 appearances.For Barcelona’s senior team, he added 2 more goals in 7 appearances. More