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      Who is Gareth Bale’s wife Emma Rhys-Jones, how long have they been married and how many children do they have?

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      EMMA RHYS-JONES is the wife of Wales legend Gareth Bale.Bale, now 35, called time on his glittering career in January 2023 after a trophy-laden spell with Real Madrid. Gareth Bale and Emma-Rhys Jones with two of their four kidsCredit: Getty The couple have been together been for a long timeBale has mostly been living a private life since stepping away from the game but makes a big return to the public eye on punditry duties for the Europa League final with TNT Sport.Here’s everything you need to know about her and when the couple tied the knot…Who is Emma Rhys-Jones?Emma Rhys-Jones has been with Gareth Bale for over a decade.She grew up in Llanishen, a district in north Cardiff a couple of miles from Bale’s family home.The couple began dating in the early 2000s while attending Whitchurch High School.They got engaged in July 2016 and Gareth announced the news on social media posting: “She said yes!! This is a birthday weekend I won’t forget for a long time…”The pair got married in 2019 – a year after Gareth scored a stunning goal in the Champions League final. Gareth Bale with daughter Alba, fiancée Emma Rhys-Jones and baby AxelCredit: Getty – ContributorWho is Emma’s husband Gareth Bale?Gareth is a former professional footballer who mostly recently played for for LAFC in the United States and Wales at the 2022 World Cup.He was born on July 16, 1989, in Cardiff.He started his football career at Southampton before moving to Tottenham.He signed a six-year deal with Spanish club Real Madrid in 2013 where he went on to win some of football’s biggest trophies including the Champions League five times. Emma and Bale celebrate with daughter Nava after Real Madrid’s Champions League triumph against Atletico Madrid in 2016Credit: EPAWhen was Emma Rhys-Jones’ and Gareth Bale’s wedding?Emma and Gareth got married in June 2019,The ceremony was held in Mallorca, Spain.MOST READ IN FOOTBALLHow many children do Emma Rhys-Jones and Gareth Bale have?Gareth and Emma have four children – two daughters and two sons.Their first child Alba Violet was born at the University Hospital of Wales on October 21, 2012.Their second daughter, Nava Valentina arrived on March 22, 2016.The couple’s son Axel was born on May 8, 2018, before their fourth child Xander was born on July 7, 2021. More

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      Europa League final commentators and pundits: Who is on the panel for huge clash between Man Utd and Tottenham?

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      ALL eyes will be on the Bilbao pitch as Manchester United and Tottenham battle it out in a mouthwatering Europa League final – but the pundit panel is just as important!The Red Devils tore semi-final opponents Athletic Bilbao apart over the two legs.Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount were integral to United booking a spot in the finalCredit: Shutterstock EditorialDominic Solanke scored in both legs during Spurs’ Europa League semi-finalCredit: GettyAn early red card followed by a Bruno Fernandes double fired Ruben Amorim’s men to an emphatic 3-0 first leg win, before Mason Mount’s masterclass in the second leg completed the job at Old Trafford.Tottenham also flew out of the blocks in their final four contest against Bodo/Glimt courtesy of goals from Brennan Johnson, James Maddison and Dominic Solanke.And Solanke got on the scoresheet again away from home which was then followed by a sensational Pedro Porro strike to seal the deal in Norway.But what made both ties even more entertaining was the dramatic commentary, and the panel has been revealed for TONIGHT’s final.Read more on Europa LeagueMAN UTD VS TOTTENHAM – EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL LIVELatest betting odds, offers and predictions Who are the TNT Sports Europa League final commentators and pundits?Jules Breach and Lynsey Hipgrave have been appointed with the important role of presenting on tonight’s Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham.However, there will also be expert analysis from Manchester United legends Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes.While Tottenham heroes Gareth Bale and Glenn Hoddle will be in the corner for Spurs.Coverage is expected to start from around 6pm BST – which is 7pm where the action is taking place.Most read in Europa LeagueHow can I watch the Europa League final?The 2025 Europa League final will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.Last year, the Europa League final was available to live stream for FREE via the discovery+ app/website.And it is the same for this year’s mouthwatering showpiece match.SunSport’s live blog will bring you minute-by-minute coverage of the Europa League final.What has been said?Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand has admitted that winning the Europa League would only ‘paper over the cracks’ at his former club.Speaking on TNT Sports, Ferdinand said “It would be a huge success, given the disappointments there have been in the Premier League this year.”To end the season with a trophy and then qualification for the Champions League, I don’t think they could’ve dreamed of that. It’d paper over some of the cracks.”Physically, the teams they’ve played against [in the Europa League] they’ve been able to overpower. In the Premier League, United are possibly one of the weakest teams physically.”If they don’t get beat tactically or by individual brilliance, then physically they get overpowered or overrun, and in Europe they’ve managed to do that to opposing teams.” More

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      Why will Man Utd not have a bus parade if they win the Europa League?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been left devastated after finding out that there will be NO open-top bus parade should their club win the Europa League final – but there’s an alternative plan.The stakes couldn’t be higher ahead of this mammoth clash against Tottenham as United are on the verge of suffering their worst domestic season in recent history.Manchester United face Tottenham in a thrilling Europa League finalCredit: GettyMAN UTD VS TOTTENHAM – EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL LIVELatest betting odds, offers and predictions Ruben Amorim’s side find themselves just a couple of places above the relegation zone.And are guaranteed to finish in the bottom half of the table – something which has never been seen before in United’s incredible Prem history.However, lifting the Europa League title would help Red Devils fans to forget all about the embarrassing domestic campaign they have endured.But bizarrely, the club have confirmed that there won’t be an open-top bus parade should they win it.Read more on Europa LeagueWhy will Man Utd not have a bus parade if they win the Europa League?Manchester United will not have an open-top bus parade partly due to the club’s incredibly hectic end to the month.After tonight’s final, the Red Devils finish their Prem campaign at home to Aston Villa on Sunday week.Then comes a gruelling 15-hour flight to Asia for money-spinning tour games in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong on May 28 and 30.So United will have to wait longer for another open-top bus parade – having not held one since 2013.Most read in Europa LeagueMan Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashWhat will Man Utd do instead?If United do get the opportunity to rejoice in Europa League glory, the chiefs of the club are reportedly planning to celebrate with a barbecue instead.However, the BBQ could be even less glamorous than it sounds – as major building work is taking place at Carrington.It’s understood the event – for players, staff and their families – would be the day after the final.This will come as a real shame to United fans who haven’t seen an open-top bus parade since the special occasion which heralded the Red Devils’ 20th Prem title and the retirement of manager Sir Alex Ferguson after his golden reign of 27 years.Where can I watch the Europa League final?The 2025 Europa League final will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.Last year, the Europa League final was available to live stream for FREE via the discovery+ app/website.It is the same for this year tooSunSport’s live blog will bring you minute-by-minute coverage of the Europa League final. More

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      Will the Europa League final be shown on YouTube?

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      WE are just hours away from witnessing the first all-English Europa League final since 2019 – and fans want to know if YouTube is the place to be similar to years gone by.Manchester United and Tottenham face off in Bilbao with one final chance to save their horrific seasons.Manchester United have one final game to save their seasonCredit: AFPAnd so do TottenhamCredit: GettyRuben Amorim’s side currently sits just above the relegation zone in the Premier League.But a 7-1 aggregate drubbing over Athletic Bilbao has earned United a spot in tonight’s showpiece match – stomaching the embarrassment of their league positioning in the process.However, Tottenham are no better as they too are on course to finish just above the bottom three, but thrashing Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League semi has temporarily kept some fans happy with boss Ange Postecoglou.This has all the minerals to be an incredible Europa League final and where football lovers can tune into the action has now been revealed.Read more on Europa League Will the Europa League final be on YouTube?Last year, the Europa League final wasn’t shown on YouTube, which was a shock to many fans as it had been aired on the platform from 2016 to 2023.And it will be the same for this year’s Europa League final too.The match was previously available to watch on BT Sport’s official YouTube channel.However, that was not the case in 2024 due to BT Sport merging with discovery+ and Eurosport under the TNT Sports brand.Most read in Europa LeagueAnd instead of broadcasting the final for free on YouTube, the broadcaster opted to provide a free stream on their app, discovery+.Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: LIVE BLOG for Bilbao clashWhere can I watch the Europa League final?The 2025 Europa League final will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.Last year, the Europa League final was available to live stream for FREE via the discovery+ app/website.It is the same for this year tooSunSport’s live blog will bring you minute-by-minute coverage of the Europa League final. More

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      Arsenal vs Barcelona – Women’s Champions League 2025 final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream

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      ARSENAL and Barcelona meet in a monumental Women’s Champions League final in Lisbon!The Gunners reached the big one after overturning their first-leg deficit to batter Olympique Lyonnais 4-1 in the second leg.Arsenal fought back to down Olympique Lyonnais in the semi-finalsCredit: GettyBarcelona battered Chelsea 8-2 on aggregateCredit: GettyWhile Barcelona THRASHED treble-winning Chelsea 8-2 on aggregate in their semi-final.The Gunners were last in the final for Europe’s biggest prize 18 years ago – when they beat Swedish side Umea in a two-legged playoff with Alex Scott scoring the only goal of the tie.Arsenal face a tough test in Barcelona, who are aiming to win the Champions League for the third year in a row.Barca’s back-to-back Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati said she’s “surprised” the Gunners have made it to the final, but did say it was deserved.Spain ace Bonmati said: “For me, it was a surprise Arsenal reaching the final.”They absolutely deserve it, because scoring four goals against Lyon in the second leg is not easy at all.”I congratulate them for that because I think it was a big surprise, but a well deserved one.”BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKWhen is Arsenal vs Barcelona?Arsenal vs Barcelona takes place on Saturday, May 24.Most read in Champions LeagueThe match kicks off at 5pm BST.Lisbon’s Estadio Jose Alvalade plays host.What TV channel and live stream is Arsenal vs Barcelona on?Arsenal vs Barcelona will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1 and DAZN in the UK.TNT and DAZN’s coverage gets underway an hour before at 4pm.DAZN will also be showing the game for FREE on their YouTube channel.What have they said?Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers: “We respect them highly as a team. “They’re very intelligent players, all of them, and technically capable, so it’s going to be a new challenge. I think that it’s a challenge that we haven’t faced yet in the league or in the Champions League.”We’re going to try to replicate as many moments as possible in training and in meetings and prepare the players for everything that’s going to come. “But even the pressure and the day of the final and all the aspects of it, we’re going to try and prepare for. But I think when the moment is there, it’s going to be so special.” More

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      Goals 4 GOSH: Date, kick-off time and how to watch star-studded charity match as Chelsea legend Eden Hazard makes debut

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      CHELSEA legend Eden Hazard will nostalgically lace up his boots to feature in the star-studded Goals 4 GOSH charity match.This is set to be the fifth edition of the match which is put on to support Great Ormond Street Hospital.Eden Hazard will be rolling back the years at Goals 4 GOSHCredit: GettyRegional Development Director at Funeral Partners, Jamie Groves and his co-organiser, Charlotte Styles, both spearhead the event and all the proceeds go to GOSH.Celebrities from TV, entertainment and music will also grace the pitch including the likes of Bionic from BBC’s Gladiator, YouTube superstar Danny Aarons and UK rapper SwarmzAnd not only will fans get to watch a thrilling game of football, but there will be a lot of fun family activities on the day.When is the Goals 4 GOSH charity match?Goals 4 GOSH will take place on Sunday, May 25 – which is also the final day of the Premier League season.The huge charity match is scheduled to get underway at 4pm BST.Organisers have announced that there will also be a content creators tournament that is expected to start at around 10:30am BST.Plough Lane – the home of AFC Wimbledon is the chosen venue for this great event.Read more on footballHow can I watch the Goals 4 GOSH charity match?Details of how to watch the Goals 4 GOSH charity match are yet to be confirmed.However, tickets are available for purchase through the official Goals 4 GOSH Instagram page.All proceeds will be going to the Great Ormond Street Hospital.Who is playing in the Goals 4 GOSH charity match?Eden HazardEman SV2Wayne RoutledgeTroy DeeneyGrime GranRon HallMannyJoel BayaGemma DavisonBeau the BeardNathan DaweSwarmzA StarLianne SandersonShane LongDanny AaronsAdrian MariappaJoe ColeJason EuellPaul GortonLeon Jackman Nathan KhiderMarc WhiteJay & PoppyMatty BriggsSpecs GonzalezFara WilliamsBionicJolie SharpeStuart DouglasColin Kazim-RichardsLia LewisBig GFennersJunior AndreKatie ChapmanMost read in FootballWhat has been said?Jamie Froves and Charlotte Styles won the Care Award for consistently putting such an incredible Goals 4 GOSH event.Speaking after winning the award, Jamie said: “To be honest, I didn’t realise there were even awards going on.“Getting chosen, as the winner was a bit mind-blowing.“Every single penny makes such a difference when it comes to the hospital’s equipment, beds and everything else.“They rely so much on the funding that the charity provides.“So, it is a massive thanks to every single player, volunteer, supporter and everybody involved.” More

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      Europa League 2025 prize money: How much are Man Utd and Tottenham competing for in thrilling final

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      IT has been a while since we had an all-English Europa League final – but that changes on May 21 – and the prize money for the winners has been revealed!Premier League rivals Manchester United and Tottenham will face off in Bilbao with several things on the line.Manchester United ran riot in their Europa League semi-finalCredit: PATottenham thrashed Bodo/Glimt in their Europa League semi-finalCredit: GettyRed Devils boss Ruben Amorim will be desperate to mark his debut season at the helm of United by lifting some silverware, especially after the Prem campaign his team has suffered.And after United’s 7-1 aggregate pummelling on Athletic Bilbao, Amorim will be very confident his side can do so.However, Ange Postecoglou promised Spurs fans that he always delivers trophies in his second season, and after their dominant semi-final performance against Bodo/Glimt, there is every chance this could happen.But not only can both teams turn what has been a woeful season into a memorable one, they can win a ton of money too.Read more on Europa LeagueWhat is the Europa League prize money?UEFA have revealed that the winners of this year’s Europa League will take home a staggering £10.95 million.While the runners-up are set to pocket approximately £5.90mHere is the full breakdown:Winner: £10.95mRunner-up: £5.90mSemi-finalists: £3.54mQuarter-finalists: £2.11mRound of 16: £1.47mReaching knockout round play-off: £252,800League-phase wins: £379,201League-phase draws: £126,400Most read in Europa LeagueMan Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clashWhat else do you get for winning the Europa League?Along with earning a substantial amount of prize money, the winners gain automatic qualification for next season’s Champions League.This would be an incredible achievement for both Manchester United and Tottenham considering their current lower-table positions in the Premier League.The Europa League trophy is also the heaviest piece of silverware UEFA have to offer, weighing in at 15kg.When is the Europa League final 2025?The 2025 Europa League final will take place on Wednesday, May 21.Kick off will be at 8pm BST.Estadio de San Mames stadium – the home of Athletic Bilbao will host the thrilling final. More

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      Why is Alexander Isak not playing for Newcastle against Arsenal?

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      NEWCASTLE take on Arsenal as Eddie Howe’s side continue a push towards Champions League football.The Magpies are currently third in the Premier League table, and could jump above Arsenal in the table to second with a win.Alexander Isak will miss the clash between Arsenal and NewcastleCredit: Every Second Media/Alamy Live NewsNewcastle confirmed Isak suffered a groin injuryCredit: GettyHowe and Co have already enjoyed a highly successful season, having won the Carabao Cup earlier this year, against Liverpool.Mikel Arteta’s Gunners are stumbling towards a Champions League finish, with one win in six meaning they are now looking over their shoulders.If they fail to beat Newcastle, they could finish as low as seventh, but with Southampton on the final day, you would back them to make it.Read more FootballSunSport can reveal why Alexander Isak will miss the crunch clash at The Emirates. Why is Alexander Isak not playing for Newcastle against Arsenal?Newcastle confirmed that Alexander Isak would miss the game with a minor groin injury.The club are yet to confirm when Isak will return.He will miss at least Newcastle’s trip to the capital, and could miss their clash on the final day against Everton.Most read in FootballHow to watch Arsenal vs Newcastle and is there a live streamThe Gunners will clash the Magpies at 4:30pm BST at The Emirates.The game will be shown LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event.Action will also be available to stream on NOW TV, Sky Go and the Sky Sports app.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s comprehensive coverage of the action. More