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      Dad, 53, comes out of retirement to play in goal for son’s football team…but they lost 40-0

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      A DAD who stood in as a keeper for his lad’s footie team did not quite save the day — he let in 40 goals.But Adi Bunn, 53, insists he made 60-to-70 stops as his side crashed to defeat.
      Adi Bunn admitted he ‘lost count of the score’ as his side crashed to the humiliating 40-0 loss without scoring themselves.
      The tour company boss was playing for Sawtry Reserves FC after his centre-back son Archie, 17, pulled out following his virus jab.
      The team, in the fifth division of the Peterborough and District Football League, was also missing its keeper as he was at a university open day.
      Sawtry could field only eight players, and that included manager Dave May.
      But they refused to cancel the fixture with highfliers Peterborough Rangers — though by half-time they were 19-0 down.
      The result on Saturday meant on average there was a goal every 2min 15sec.
      Adi, from Huntingdon, Cambs, said: “We expected a spanking and that’s what we got. I lost count of the number I saved. Our physio said it could have been 60 or 70.

      “I seemed to be on the floor or diving through the air all the time. By the end, I was feeling aches and pains. I lost track of the score.”
      Yet Adi added: “If you lose 40-0 or 1-0, it doesn’t make much difference, you’ve still lost. Yet it hasn’t dented my confidence. We never gave up and avoided getting a £60 fine by refusing to play.
      “With the extra players, Peterborough were able to just play through us.”
      Boss Dave, 46, said: “We started with seven players for the first 20 minutes as one lad was late.
      “But with about 20 minutes to go, two players were injured so we were down to six. It was one of those days when everything that could go wrong, did go wrong.”
      And Dave added: “The only positives were that none of my players moaned, the sun was shining, and at least it didn’t get to 50.”
      Sawtry’s opponents are top of their division in the 16th tier of the English game.
      Player-manager Dwayne Rankin got 13 goals, Tiago Dias 11, Chris Brown seven and Cameron Guest six while Daniel Neto, Carlos Djalo and Morgan Bartle hit one each.
      Dwayne said: “Fair play to them for keeping going.”
      Adi’s son Archie said: “I love playing alongside dad — but I’m glad I wasn’t there to see him concede 40.”
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      The tour company boss was playing for Sawtry Reserves FC after his centre-back son Archie, 17, pulled out following his virus jab
      The team, in the fifth division of the Peterborough and District Football League, was also missing its keeper as he was at a university open day
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      Gay Premier League footballer is in therapy as he fears abuse from fans if he chooses to come out

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      A GAY Premier League footballer has had therapy because he is so frightened of coming out, telling pals: “I will be crucified.”The ace revealed he has sought professional psychological help amid fears of how rival fans will react.
      A gay Premier League star has had therapy because he is so frightened of coming out, telling pals: ‘I will be crucified’
      He said: “It’s 2021 and I should be able to be free to tell everyone who I am.
      “But there are some fans on the terraces for whom it is still very much the 1980s.
      “I want to be open with people because it’s who I am and I am proud. But the truth is I will be crucified.”
      The star admitted he is riddled with doubt, saying: “When I play, I feel like the fans may guess and they are judging me.
      “Am I coming across as camp? Can they tell from the clothes I wear off the pitch? It has had a terrible effect on me mentally. It’s terrifying.”
      The top-flight British star has spoken to campaigner Amal Fashanu — niece of ex-Norwich star Justin, who came out in 1990 and took his own life in 1998.

      Amal, who fronted an award-winning documentary about her uncle, has set up a charity dedicated to helping tackle homophobia and racism within the sport.
      She is also a keen advocate for improved mental health services for professional footballers.
      Last year, it emerged two Prem stars had come out to close family and friends.
      But in an open letter to the FA, one said he was “too scared” to do so publicly.
      Amal has now introduced the pair to each other, and they are in regular contact over WhatsApp and online.
      She told The Sun: “In 2021, when we have never been so woke as a society, it feels like it should be the perfect time for a top-level player to come out.
      “But the reality is that homophobia, especially online, is more prevalent than ever. We need to protect these players.
      “I am in constant dialogue with the FA about what can be done but, unfortunately, it’s an unprecedented situation so it’s hard to put in place measures for a situation that hasn’t yet occurred.”
      In March, Amal is hosting a star- studded gala in London to raise awareness around the subject.
      Both gay players have been invited — and have said they will attend. For more information on Amal’s charity, please visit

      Amal told The Sun: ‘The reality is that homophobia, especially online, is more prevalent than ever. We need to protect these players’
      Ex-Norwich star Justin Fashanu came out in 1990 and took his own life in 1998Credit: Getty
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      Gay Premier League star is in therapy as he fears abuse from fans if he comes out

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      A GAY Premier League star has had therapy because he is so frightened of coming out, telling pals: “I will be crucified.”The ace revealed he has sought professional psychological help amid fears of how rival fans will react.
      A gay Premier League star has had therapy because he is so frightened of coming out, telling pals: ‘I will be crucified’
      He said: “It’s 2021 and I should be able to be free to tell everyone who I am.
      “But there are some fans on the terraces for whom it is still very much the 1980s.
      “I want to be open with people because it’s who I am and I am proud. But the truth is I will be crucified.”
      The star admitted he is riddled with doubt, saying: “When I play, I feel like the fans may guess and they are judging me.
      “Am I coming across as camp? Can they tell from the clothes I wear off the pitch? It has had a terrible effect on me mentally. It’s terrifying.”
      The top-flight British star has spoken to campaigner Amal Fashanu — niece of ex-Norwich star Justin, who came out in 1990 and took his own life in 1998.

      Amal, who fronted an award-winning documentary about her uncle, has set up a charity dedicated to helping tackle homophobia and racism within the sport.
      She is also a keen advocate for improved mental health services for professional footballers.
      Last year, it emerged two Prem stars had come out to close family and friends.
      But in an open letter to the FA, one said he was “too scared” to do so publicly.
      Amal has now introduced the pair to each other, and they are in regular contact over WhatsApp and online.
      She told The Sun: “In 2021, when we have never been so woke as a society, it feels like it should be the perfect time for a top-level player to come out.
      “But the reality is that homophobia, especially online, is more prevalent than ever. We need to protect these players.
      “I am in constant dialogue with the FA about what can be done but, unfortunately, it’s an unprecedented situation so it’s hard to put in place measures for a situation that hasn’t yet occurred.”
      In March, Amal is hosting a star- studded gala in London to raise awareness around the subject.
      Both gay players have been invited — and have said they will attend. For more information on Amal’s charity, please visit

      Amal told The Sun: ‘The reality is that homophobia, especially online, is more prevalent than ever. We need to protect these players’
      Ex-Norwich star Justin Fashanu came out in 1990 and took his own life in 1998Credit: Getty
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      Just ONE England fan convicted of causing trouble at Euros

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      JUST one England fan has been convicted of causing trouble at the Euros.And police do not know if they were even among those wreaking havoc at the final.
      Only one England fan has been convicted of causing trouble at the EurosCredit: Reuters
      The Three Lions are expected to be ordered to play at least one match at Wembley behind closed doors as punishment for the fans’ rampage at the July 11 final.
      But without convictions in court, no banning orders can be issued.
      So all who shamed the country are free to continue following the national side home and away.
      The lack of action heaps more pressure on Met chief Dame Cressida Dick.
      Force figures show there were more than 150 arrests for disorder during games in England.
      Of those, 19 were charged and 26 issued with cautions or penalty notices for disorder.
      A further 104 have been released under investigation or bailed.
      But just one person has been convicted so far.
      We can also reveal just one Met officer was at a Wembley safety meeting before the security shambles at the final.
      The force said: “We refute any claim that our representation at these meetings underestimates our commitment to keeping people safe and mitigating disorder.”
      The lack of action heaps more pressure on Met chief Dame Cressida DickCredit: PA

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      Premier League stars splash out £40,000 on crystal-encrusted toy cars for children

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      PREMIER League stars are splashing out £40,000 on crystal-encrusted toy cars for their children.The bespoke motors are covered in 100,000 Swarovski Xirius-cut crystals that take two months to apply.
      Manchester United and England star Jesse Lingard bought toy cars for his daughter Hope
      Stars to have treated their children to one include Manchester United and England winger Jesse Lingard, 28, and Southampton and Republic of Ireland striker Shane Long, 34.
      Jesse bought three-year-old daughter Hope an electric, scale model of Jaguar’s E-Type.
      It has a personalised number plate, a top speed of 15mph and a plush carpet interior, as well as hand-stitched leather seats.
      Her toy is the same price as the sporty full-size BMW 5 Series parked on the drive of Jesse’s luxury home.
      The thrilled footballer even posed in the grounds of his home and handed over a personalised United shirt to the manufacturer as a thank you.
      The motor was the icing on the cake following days of celebrations for Hope’s birthday.

      Jesse threw two parties for her and shared snaps online with his fans.
      One included a Disney Princesses bash for Hope and her pals, attended by entertainers dressed as her favourite movie characters.
      Shane, meanwhile, treated his five-year-old lad, Jax, to a model of a Jaguar XK120.
      Other stars to splash out on the replica racers include Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha, 28, who also opted for a crystal-encrusted E-Type for his four-year-old son, Saint.
      Hampshire-based maker Half Scale Cars works in partnership with suppliers including luxury watch-maker Tag Heuer and Draper Tools. They sell their studded vehicles exclusively through Harrods.
      Prices for the E-Type Jag, only available on request, start at £40,000 but orders will be taken for any vehicle.
      Shane Long splashed out on a tiny XK120
      Wilfried Zaha bought a small jewel-encrusted E-type
      Jesse Lingard’s daughter Hope with her custom made car
      The blinged-up toy cars can cost tens of thousands
      Luxury custom car firm Garson showcased their Swarovski-crystal studded Mercedes-Benz SL 600 at the Tokyo car show More

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      Polish hooligans joined with Hungarian yobs in far-right alliance to viciously attack cops at England match

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      POLISH hooligans joined forces with Hungarian yobs in a far-right alliance to viciously attack cops at England’s World Cup clash.Brazen fans were seen wearing traditional red and white Polish shirts and flying the country’s flag in the visitors’ section at Wembley.
      Polish hooligans joined forces with Hungarian yobs in a far-right alliance to viciously attack cops at England’s World Cup clashCredit: Getty
      Fifa, the FA and Scotland Yard have all launched an urgent investigation into the worrying scenes which marred the opening ten minutes of England’s 1-1 qualifier draw with Hungary.
      The ugly confrontation, in which police were beaten back with kicks and punches, prompted fears about the Three Lions’ next home game against Albania.
      It is believed racist thugs from the two Eastern European countries allied in protest at England players taking the knee.
      One former Polish hooligan, who would not be named, said: “The Poles bought tickets en masse and if you look at the footage, you can see slogans relating to Polish hooliganism on their backs.
      “One was wearing a jacket representing Zaglebie Sosnowiec, another had a LKS Lodz jacket on and another was wearing a balaclava with a Polish flag on the front of his hoodie.
      “I saw a Fighting Anchor, a Polish resistance logo, too. This is what they do, the two countries travel around Europe together to these games with notoriety and cause trouble.”
      Polish fans later boasted on social media how they had, “joined forces with their Hungarian brothers to chase the dogs from their Wembley home”.
      Another fan added: “There is a long-standing right-wing alliance between Hungarian and Polish fans.

      “They are united by religion and they are totally opposed to any form of diversity.
      “The same thing will happen again next month when Albania visit Wembley. I guarantee it. It will be a high-risk match.”
      Questions were yesterday being asked as to why the Met Police seemed to be so quickly overwhelmed and why they were not in full riot gear.
      One former riot squad officer told The Sun: “Given the reputation of the Hungarians, I was surprised to see how lightly equipped and dressed officers at the ground were.”
      Cops were attacked after arresting a Hungarian fan accused of racially abusing a steward.
      Tory Party co-chairman Oliver Dowden described the clashes as “deeply disturbing”, adding: There’s clearly still an underlying problem with racism in football.”
      The Met came under fire in July after shambolic scenes at the Euro 2020 final when ticketless England fans stormed gates at Wembley.
      A fan wearing a Polish scarf makes gestures with his fingersCredit: Sportimage
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      Wayne Rooney’s Christmas could be ruined by noisy neighbours as nearby farm plans to build huge shed for 200 sheep

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      WAYNE Rooney’s Christmas could be ruined by noisy neighbours — with a nearby farm planning to build a huge shed to house 200 sheep.The Rams boss, 35, already has enough to keep him awake at night, with Derby County appealing a 12-point penalty for going into administration.
      Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen have overseen the development of their swanky home after buying a 40 acre plot for £4.3million in 2018Credit: PA
      But now a farm wants permission for a shed housing sheep near the footballer’s £20million mansion in Cheshire “to store sheep throughout the winter months”.
      It comes after they got the green light to put up an outbuilding for 1,000 genetically modified sheep in July after a year-long battle.
      Wayne and his wife Coleen, also 35, have overseen the development of their swanky home after buying a 40 acre plot for £4.3million in 2018.
      The three storey property includes an orangery, snooker room, cinema and wine cellar.
      It also has a bar, huge indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, plunge pool, steam room and his ’n’ hers changing rooms.
      The ex-Man United star’s grounds boast landscaped gardens, a garage and stables.

      And the pad features a guest toilet so they do not use the couple’s own downstairs loo — as well as separate lifts for family and visitors.
      Wayne is said to have amassed an £82million fortune.
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      Mike Ashley celebrates £300m sale of Newcastle United by tipping barmaid £5

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      MIKE Ashley celebrated his £300million sale of Newcastle United with a five-hour drinking session — tipping a barmaid £5.The Sports Direct chief — known for his streamlined businesses — was joined by five pals.
      Mike Ashley celebrated his £300million sale of Newcastle United with a five-hour drinking sessionCredit: PA
      Mike Ashley and his group entered the Kings Arms pub in Soho, London, around 5.30pm or 6pm and were drinking beer until closing time, about 11pm
      He looked jolly as he ordered rounds at the Kings Arms pub in Soho, London.
      It followed the announcement that the Geordie club, which he owned for 14 years, had finally been purchased by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund — to the delight of supporters.
      The group entered the boozer soon after the deal, which gives the club the richest owners in the world. 
      An onlooker said: “Mike was in good spirits and left one barmaid a £5 tip.
      “You’d have had no idea he’d done a £300million deal. 
      “Drinkers were flowing. They were all wearing suits and huddled around the table, laughing and chatting.
      “They just looked like a normal bunch of blokes meeting after work.
      “They arrived at around 5.30pm or 6pm and were drinking beer until closing time, about 11pm.”
      Ashley — worth about £2.7billion and the 61st richest man in the UK — has a reputation as a frugal boss.
      A manager at The Kings Arms — described as Soho’s oldest gay club on its ­Twitter account — confirmed Ashley and pals were at the pub on Thursday night but added: “I don’t know anything about football.”

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