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      When are the Premier League 2023/24 fixtures announced? Start time as Luton Town find out their opponents

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      THE latest engraving of winners Manchester City’s name on the Premier League trophy is still hot.But attention now quickly switches to the highly-anticipated fixtures announcement for next season.
      Man City went on to seal an historic TrebleCredit: Reuters
      Luton Town will be finding out who will be their first opponents at Kenilworth Road.
      The Hatters stunned the Championship to gain promotion to the top-flight after their dramatic penalty shoot-out win over Coventry in the play-off final.
      While Treble winners Man City will be seeing who they are opening up their title defence against.
      And remember, no team has won FOUR consecutive Premier League titles in yet another record for Pep Guardiola’s side to chase next season.
      When are the Premier League 2023/24 fixtures announced?
      The Premier League fixtures for 2023/24 season will be announced on Thursday, June 15 at 9am BST.
      Stick with us here on SunSport when we bring you all of the announcements for every club on the day.
      When does the Premier League 2023/24 season start?
      The Premier League 2023/24 season begins on Saturday, August 12.
      Though expect the curtain raiser to be a day earlier on Friday, August 11 after the TV fixture announcements are made.
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      The season wraps up on Sunday, May 19, 2024 and then Euro 2024 in Germany begins a month later on Friday, June 14. More

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      Malta vs England: Three Lions look to extend lead at top of Euro 2024 qualifying group – FREE stream, TV, team news

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      ENGLAND will be hoping to extend their current six-point lead at the top of Group C ahead of Euro 2024 qualifier against Malta.The Three Lions are favourites to win the group after their 2-0 win over Ukraine at Wembley in March.
      Harry Kane scoring the opening goal against Ukraine in MarchCredit: GETTY
      The third matchday of ten in the group is looking to be an easy win for England before facing North Macedonia three days after.
      Malta are currently sat at the bottom of Group C after being unable to secure a win in the Euro 2024 qualifiers so far.
      Gareth Southgate is reportedly resting his Manchester City players ahead of the match – meaning they may not be starting on Friday night.
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      When is Malta vs England?

      Malta vs England will take place on Friday, 16th June.
      Kick off will be at 7.45pm BST.
      The Match will take place at Malta’s National Ta’Qali Stadium.

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      What channel is Malta vs England on?

      Malta vs England will be broadcast for free live on Channel 4.
      Coverage will begin at 7pm BST.
      Channel 4 is a free channel available to all.

      Can it be Live streamed?

      Account holders can live stream the match on any device with the free Channel 4 app or website.
      The Channel 4 app is free to download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog to keep up to date with all the action.

      Team News
      Treble winners Jack Grealish, Kyle Walker, John Stones and Phil Foden will are likely to be rested for the start of the game.
      Midfielder Jude Bellingham has been announced to be OUT of upcoming game due to ongoing knee injury.
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      Lewis Dunk has also been forced to pull out of the squad all-together due to ‘injury issues’.
      Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka will also be raring for goals after two brilliant scorers against Ukraine in the last fixture.
      Odds

      Malta 45/1
      Draw 12/1
      England 1/22

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      Who is Jack Wilshere’s wife Andriani Michael and do they have children together?

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      JACK Wilshere is a former football player working as a coach.The Arsenal legend was seen on the pitch again for Soccer Aid with his wife Adriani Michael supporting him as always.
      Jack Wilshere married Andriani Michael in 2017 and have two children togetherCredit: Refer to Caption
      Who is Jack Wilshere’s wife Andriani Michael?
      Andriani was born on May 22, 1991, in England.
      She is married to Jack after he popped the question at her 25th surprise birthday party.
      The couple reportedly met at a barber shop owned by Andriani’s father.
      Her father, Michael Michael, is Jack’s barber, and according to his Twitter bio, he is also a scout for Chelsea and a close protection officer.
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      The couple married in 17 June, 2017 in a lavish three-day ceremony in Italy.
      The former Gunners footballer often sings his wife’s praises particularly during difficult times.
      During one serious injury, Jack wrote on Instagram in 2015: “When nothing seems to be going your way, it’s important to have people around you that love you…..but more importantly, the one you love.”
      The post included a picture of the loved up couple sitting in a huge basket chair.
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      Do Jack Wilshere and Andriani Michael have any children together?
      The pair had their first child Siena in 2018 and welcomed a baby boy, Jack, in February 2020.
      Jack has two other children from his previous relationship with Lauren Neal.
      His first son was born in 2011, Archie, and Delilah Grace was born in 2013.
      When did Jack Wilshere retire from football?
      Jack officially retired from football on July 8, 2022, aged 30.
      He said in a statement: “Today I am announcing my retirement from playing professional football.
      “It has been an unbelievable journey filled with so many incredible moments, and I feel privileged to have experienced all that I did during my career.
      “From being the little boy kicking a ball around in the garden to captaining my beloved Arsenal and playing for my country at a World Cup. I have lived my dream.”
      His retirement came after the Danish Superliga club AGF chose not to renew his contract for the 2022-2023 season.
      What teams did Jack Wilshere play for?
      Jack made a name for himself playing as a midfielder for Arsenal from 2008 to 2018 after joining the Arsenal Academy in October 2001 at the age of nine.
      He also joined the Premier League side Bolton Wanderers on loan until the end of their 2009–10 season.
      Jack later joined AFC Bournemouth in 2016 for a season-long loan, West Ham United on July 2018 on a three-year contract and he signed for AGF in 2022 on an initial short-term contract until the end of their 2021-2022 season.
      What is Jack Wilshere’s net worth?
      Jack was in 29th place on SportsPro’s list of world’s most marketable athletes in 2013.
      According to Wtfoot, he has an overall net worth of £48 million.
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      Most of his wealth has come from his football including endorsements from Pepsi and Nike.
      He is now back with Arsenal working as the head coach for the Under-18’s division. More

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      How much money did Soccer Aid 2023 raise for UNICEF?

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      SOCCER AID 2023 has sadly come to an end but World XI will be delighted after beating England at Old Trafford.Tottenham icon Robbie Keane was the star of the show as his double inspired the visitors to a hard-fought win.
      Robbie Keane inspired World XI to a huge win at Old TraffordCredit: Reuters
      And it meant that World XI have now beaten England FIVE times in a row.
      However, the scoreline wasn’t the most important thing tonight as Soccer Aid is all about raising money for UNICEF.
      And SunSport has the final figures of how much was donated this year.
      How much money did Soccer Aid 2023 raise for UNICEF?
      At full-time, it was announced that Soccer Aid 2023 raised a staggering £14,619,005.
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      The money raised from the huge annual charity match could help UNICEF fight malnutrition, keep children safe in times of crisis, and get them back to school.
      UNICEF has also stated that funds raised could also help provide vaccines against preventable diseases such as polio so all children can grow up happy and able to play.
      Who was involved in Soccer Aid 2023?
      There was a fantastic mixture of celebrities and professional footballers in both squads.
      England management: Stormzy, Harry Redknapp, Emma Hayes, Vicky McClure, David Seaman.
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      England squad: Jill Scott (Captain), David James (GK), Paddy McGuinness (GK) Gary Neville, Gary Cahill, Nicky Butt, Paul Scholes, Jack Wilshere, Jermain Defoe, Eni Aluko, Karen Carney, Scarlette Douglas, Alex Brooker, Chunkz, Tom Grennan, Sir Mo Farah, Bugzy Malone, Joel Corry, Danny Dyer, Asa Butterfield, Tom Huddlestone and Liam Payne.
      World XI management: Mauricio Pochettino, Martin Compston, Melanie C and Robbie Keane.
      World XI squad: Usain Bolt (Captain), Ben Foster (GK), Patrice Evra, Nani, Kem Cetinay, Roberto Carlos, Francessco Totti, Gabriel Batistuta, Leon Edwards, Sam Claflin, Hernan Crespo, Niko, Maisie Adam, Kaylyn Kyle, Heather O’Reilly, Mo Gilligan, Lee Mack, Steven Bartlett, Noah Beck and Tommy Fury. More

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      When is the Champions League final 2024 and where is it being held?

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      MANCHESTER CITY made history in the Champions League final – and they’ll be hoping for a repeat in the 2024 edition.Pep Guardiola’s well-oiled blue machine escaped Istanbul with a 1-0 win over Inter Milan.
      Manchester City beat Inter Milan to win the Champions League finalCredit: Rex
      And it meant that they became only the second English side to complete the Treble after their noisy neighbours Manchester United.
      However, all eyes will be on City for the 2023/24 campaign to see whether they can achieve the prestigious accomplishment once again.
      But fans want to know when the 2024 Champions League final is and where it is being held first.
      When is the Champions League final 2024?
      The Champions League final 2024 is expected to be played on Saturday, June 1, 2024.
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      It will be the 69th season of Europe’s premier club football organised by UEFA.
      And the 32nd campaign since it was rebranded from the European Cup to the Champions League.
      Winners of the huge final earn the right to play the winners of the Europa League for a chance to lift the UEFA Super Cup 2024.
      Where is the Champions League 2024 being held?
      The Football Association (FA) won the right to host the Champions League final 2024 at Wembley Stadium in London.
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      This will be the third time the new Wembley is hosting the Champions League final having previously been held in 2011 and 2013.
      And it can host approximately, 90,000 spectators.
      While five matches took place at the original Wembley Stadium – 1963, 1968, 1971, 1978 and 1992 which hosted around 82,000 fans.
      Who has won the most Champions League titles?
      Manchester City became the latest team to secure Champions League glory by beating Inter Milan in a history-making final.
      But Real Madrid have been a dominant force in clubs football’s biggest competition, having lifted the trophy a record-breaking 14 times.
      Cristiano Ronaldo was a huge part of Real Madrid’s dominanceCredit: AP
      And Los Blancos specifically rubber-stamped their authority in the Champions League when their club legend Zinedine Zidane guided them to THREE consecutive triumphs – 2016, 2017 and 2018.

      Real Madrid – 14
      AC Milan – 7
      Liverpool – 6
      Bayern Munich – 6
      Barcelona – 5
      Ajax – 4
      Manchester United and Inter Milan – 3
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      Soccer Aid 2023 LIVE: TV channel, FREE live stream, line-ups for TONIGHT’S charity match at Old Trafford

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      SOCCER AID is back TONIGHT with another huge match-up between England and the Rest of the World.UK rap superstar Stormzy has been confirmed as the England manager, while new Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino will be in charge of the World XI.
      Stormzy will be the manager for EnglandCredit: PA
      Stormzy admitted to being excited for the ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity and revealed that he would love to manage Wayne Rooney if he could choose just one player.
      The rap mogul said: “I’m a massive football fan, so getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to manage England is a dream come true. The fact it’s at Old Trafford, and I’m a Manchester United fan, makes it extra special.
      “Growing up, I have such good memories of watching Soccer Aid and all the star names who have taken part over the years.”
      “I like to explore opportunities outside of music and when this one came across my desk I was delighted.
      “This is an opportunity to show the world my football mind! I’m taking this really seriously. I don’t want the players saying they loved my last album – seriously, it’s just about winning the game for me. I’ll put the fire in them.
      “They need to call me ‘boss’ or ‘gaffer’, though – not Mike!”
      Pochettino, 51, said: “It is a real pleasure to be part of a match that represents a big cultural moment in this country’s annual calendar – and rightly so, because it raises so much money for Unicef.
      “I love English football stadiums, the passion the fans show for the game and the atmosphere they create, so it will be great to feel that again next month.”
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      Jill Scott is captaining EnglandCredit: Rex
      Furthermore, for the first time there will be a female captain as Queen of the Jungle Jill Scott leads out England.
      Soccer Aid for UNICEF has raised over £75m to help children all over the world.
      Last year’s match raised a record-breaking £15m.
      Old Trafford is playing host for the first time since 2018 – which was also the last time the Three Lions won the big charity match.
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      When is Soccer Aid 2023?

      Soccer Aid 2023 is taking place on Sunday, June 11.
      It will kick-off at 7.30pm.
      74,000 fans are expected to attend at Old Trafford.

      Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott are presenting again this year
      What channel is Soccer Aid 2023 on and can it be live streamed FREE?

      Soccer Aid 2023 will be broadcast live on ITV.
      Soccer Aid 2023 can be live streamed for FREE via the ITVX app, providing you have a valid TV license.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all of the action by following SunSport’s live blog.

      Who is playing at Soccer Aid 2023?
      An array of debuting stars will be appearing at Soccer Aid this year.
      The England line-up so far: Stormzy, Harry Redknapp, Emma Hayes, Vicky McClure, David Seaman are all part of the England Management Team.
      Jill Scott (Captain), David James (Professional GK), Paddy McGuinness (Celebrity GK), Gary Neville, Gary Cahill, Nicky Butt, Paul Scholes, Jack Wilshere, Jermain Defoe, Eni Aluko, Karen Carney, Scarlette Douglas, Alex Brooker, Chunkz, Tom Grennan, Sir Mo Farah, Bugzy Malone, Joel Corry and Liam Payne.
      The Soccer Aid World XI FC line-up so far: Mauricio Pochettino, Martin Compston and Robbie Keane are part of the World XI Management Team.
      Usain Bolt (Captain), Ben Foster (Professional Goalkeeper), Patrice Evra, Nani, Maisie Adam, Kaylyn Kyle, Heather O’Reilly, Mo Gilligan, Lee Mack, Steven Bartlett, Kem Cetinay, Noah Beck and Tommy Fury.
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      How can I buy tickets for Soccer Aid?
      Tickets are available at socceraid.org.uk/tickets/
      A family of four (two adults, two children) can attend for £60. More

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      How to watch Soccer Aid 2023 for FREE

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      SOCCER AID is the biggest annual charity football match – and fans can watch it for FREE.England lost to World XI for the fourth consecutive time last year courtesy of an incredible Lee Mack penalty.
      Lee Mack was the hero for World XI in 2022Credit: Getty
      But this year’s manager Stormzy will be hoping that he can change their fortunes with his incredible star-studded line-up.
      And SunSport has all the information on how Soccer Aid 2023 can be watched for FREE.
      How can I watch Soccer Aid 2023 for FREE?
      Soccer Aid 2023 will be broadcast live on ITV for FREE as long you have a valid TV license in the UK.
      The huge annual charity match can also be live-streamed for FREE via the ITVX app.
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      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all of the action by following SunSport’s live blog.
      When is Soccer Aid 2023?

      Soccer Aid 2023 will take place on Sunday, June 11.
      The highly-anticipated match is scheduled to kick off at 7.30 pm BST.
      And a staggering 74,000 fans are expected to attend at Old Trafford. More

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      Who is Mauricio Pochettino’s wife Karina?

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO is widely regarded as one of the best managers in club football.The Argentine hopes to boost Chelsea’s UEFA Super Cup and FIFA World Cup win with his wife Karina supporting from the sidelines.
      Mauricio Pochettino and his wife Karina have been together since 1991 after meeting at a nightclubCredit: AFP
      Who is Mauricio Pochettino’s wife Karina?
      Former Tottenham Hotspur and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) boss Mauricio is married to Karina Pochettino.
      Karina was born in 1973 in Argentina and studied pharmacy at the City’s National University.
      The couple first met in 1991 in a nightclub when Mauricio was out celebrating his triumphant score for Newell’s Old Boys – an Argentine sports club.
      How long have Mauricio and Karina been married?
      Mauricio and Karina married in 1994, three years after they first met.
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      They have been married for 29 years with Karina often seen supporting her husband.
      Mauricio famously banned his wife from attending matches at White Heart Lane in 2017 due to his superstitions she may jinx their winning streak.
      Karina instead watched the games at home, but that didn’t stop her from having her say.
      Mauricio said in an interview: “When I arrive home she has been watching on TV and says why this or why that? She always gives an opinion — but always after, never before!”
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      How many children do Mauricio and Karina have?
      The pair have two sons together, Maurizio and Sebastiano Pochettino.
      Maurizio was born in Barcelona on March 30, 2001.
      He decided to follow in his father’s step and is a professional football player.
      The young talent joined the academy of Southampton during his father’s managerial career at the club and then moved to Tottenham Hotspur in 2015.
      He signed a professional contract with the club in 2019 joining their under-23 side.
      He has also played for Watford and now plays for Primera Federación club Gimnàstic de Tarragona.
      Sebastiano was born on January 24, 1995.
      He opted for a life away from competitive football and instead studied European Baccalaureate of Sciences at St Paul’s School in Barcelona.
      After earning his bachelor’s degree in sports and exercise science from Solent University and his master’s degree in science from Université Paris-Saclay, Sebastiano as a first team fitness coach at Paris Saint-Germain. More