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      Why is Anthony Joshua vs Dillian Whyte 2 cancelled, who is AJ fighting instead?

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA was supposed to be fighting Dillian Whyte next weekend, but the fight will no longer take place. A rivalry that stems from 2009 when Whyte got the better of Joshua at amateur level, their third fight was supposed to be the decider.
      Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte were due to fight on August 12Credit: Reuters
      AJ won the sequel and got revenge in 2015 when he KO’d the Brixton-brawler to win the British heavyweight title.
      But fans WON’T get to see them square off for a third time.
      Why is Joshua vs Whyte 2 cancelled?
      Joshua’s big clash won’t be happening because Whyte has failed a drugs test.
      Matchroom released a statement which read: “Today, the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) informed Matchroom, the Association of Boxing Commissions and the British Boxing Board of Control that Dillian Whyte had returned adverse analytical findings as part of a random anti-doping protocol. “In light of this news, the fight will be cancelled, and a full investigation will be conducted. Further information on the event will follow.”
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      SunSport understands TWO failed tests came back from Vada.
      If they haven’t already, the B-samples for both failed tests will also be examined by VADA.
      Former WBC heavyweight title challenger Whyte is no stranger to anti-doping controversies.
      Whyte, 35, tested positive for the banned stimulant Methylhexaneamine after his 2012 victory over Sandor Balogh.
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      The substance found its way into Whyte’s system through a banned and since discontinued pre-workout supplement, which landed him a two-year suspension.
      His second anti-doping violation occurred ahead of his interim WBC heavyweight title fight with Oscar Rivas in 2019.
      One of his pre-fight tests returned traces of the banned anabolic steroid Dianabol.
      But he was cleared by UKAD of intentionally taking the performance-enhancing drug due to the “extremely low” levels of the substance found in his system.
      Will the event still go ahead?
      SunSport understand that event organisers are trying to press ahead with the card as planned.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn is looking for a new opponent, with the frontrunner said to be American Gerald Washington, who was supposed to fight Derek Chisora on the card.
      Filip Hrgovic and Demsey McKean, both also due to fight on August 12, could step in too.
      Anthony Joshua KO Dillian Whyte in 2015Credit: AFP
      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Should the event go ahead, it will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN. It’s unknown if it will remain a pay-per-view show.
      DAZN offer a monthly subscription for £9.99 which commits you to an entire year of action.
      Or, fans can pay an upfront fee of £99.99 and that will cover you for the whole year – plus it is the lowest cost option.
      Alternatively, there is a flexible pass worth £19.99 a month which can be canceled at any time.
      The event is available to live stream via your mobile or any tablet device where the DAZN app can be downloaded.
      Sky will also have fight coverage through channel 429 – the DAZN channel.
      But for anyone without access to all of the above, SunSport will have round-by-round coverage of the whole event including the undercard.

      Who else is on the card?

      Derek Chisora vs Gerald Washington
      Filip Hrgovic vs. Demsey McKean
      Johnny Fisher vs. Harry Armstrong
      George Liddard vs. Radek Rousal
      Maisey Rose Courtney vs. Gemma Ruegg
      Campbell Hatton vs. Tom Ansell

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      What has been said?
      Both AJ and Whyte have yet to comment on the situation.
      But Hearn briefly wrote on Twitter: “BREAKING… more updates to follow shortly. Time to go to work!” More

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      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz EXACT ring-walk time: What time will the fight start?

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      JAKE PAUL will return to the ring TONIGHT to take on UFC legend Nate Diaz in Texas.The YouTube star suffered his first boxing defeat in February after Tommy Fury was victorious by way of split decision.

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      Jake Paul will take on Nate Diaz in Texas
      However, ‘The Problem Child’ has tasted victory against UFC stars in the past, beating the likes of Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva and Ben Askren in the boxing ring.
      Nate Diaz will make his boxing debut against Paul tonight after leaving the UFC in September.
      The former MMA star fought huge names such as Conor McGregor during his time at the promotion.
      Diaz won the hearts of many UFC fans after he submitted ‘The Notorious’ back in 2016.
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      Now, the 38-year-old will face Paul to begin his boxing venture and here are all the details you need to watch the huge Texas bout.
      What time are the ring-walks for Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz and when does the fight start?

      The ring-walks for Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz are expected at around 4am BST (11pm ET).
      However, the time is subject to change depending on how long the undercard fights last.
      The main card is due to begin at 1am BST (8pm ET).

      What channel is Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz on and can it be live streamed?

      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz will be shown live on DAZN PPV.
      In the UK, the PPV price is set at £14.99 on top of a standard DAZN subscription.
      The DAZN USA PPV price will be $59.99 on top of the DAZN subscription.
      If you have purchased the PPV, you can live stream Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz via the DAZN app or website.

      Who’s on the card?
      Here are all the confirmed fights for the night:
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      MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz (8 rounds)
      Amanda Serrano vs. Heather Hardy – for IBF, IBO, WBA, WBC, and WBO featherweight titles
      Alan Sanchez vs. Angel Beltran
      Chris Avila vs. Jeremy Stephens
      Shadasia Green vs. Olivia Curry
      Jose Aguayo vs. Noel Cavazos
      Luciano Ramos vs. CJ Hamilton
      Kevin Newman II vs. Kilo Madera
      Ashton Sylve vs. William Silva More

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      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz live stream and TV guide: How to watch huge fight

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      JAKE PAUL and Nate Diaz are preparing to leave it all in the ring THIS weekend – and it is not to be missed!The Problem Child is determined to bounce back from his split decision loss against Tyson Fury’s younger brother Tommy in February.
      Jake Paul lost via split decision against Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      While MMA star Diaz is making his professional boxing debut fresh from a submission win over Tony Ferguson.
      And with over 20,000 expected to be in attendance at the American Airlines Center plus the thousands that will be watching from home, Paul cannot afford to lose.
      But how exactly can fans tune in?
      When is Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz?
      Jake Paul’s mouthwatering boxing match against Nate Diaz will start on Saturday, August 5 but go into early hours of Sunday morning.
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      The undercard is set to begin at 1am BST / 8pm ET.
      Depending on the length of the undercard fights, the main event is expected to take place at around 4am BST / 11pm ET.
      The venue will be the American Airlines Centre in Dallas, Texas which can host approximately 20,000 supporters.

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      What channel is Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz on and can it be live streamed?
      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN PPV.
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      In the UK the PPV price is set at £14.99 on top of a standard DAZN subscription, while US prices start from $24.99 per month.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      If you have purchased the PPV, you can live stream Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz via the DAZN app or website.
      Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will go to war
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      Here are all the confirmed fights for the night:

      MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz (8 rounds)
      Amanda Serrano vs. Heather Hardy – for IBF, IBO, WBA, WBC, and WBO featherweight titles
      Alan Sanchez vs. Angel Beltran
      Chris Avila vs. Jeremy Stephens
      Shadasia Green vs. Olivia Curry
      Jose Aguayo vs. Noel Cavazos
      Luciano Ramos vs. CJ Hamilton
      Kevin Newman II vs. Kilo Madera
      Ashton Sylve vs. William Silva More

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      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz: Start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard as Problem Child faces UFC icon

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      JAKE PAUL will put his boxing career on the line when he welcomes Nate Diaz to the boxing ring for the first time THIS WEEKEND.Paul faces the ex-UFC star over the weekend in Texas, returning for the first time since losing to Tommy Fury.
      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz will take place this weekend in DallasCredit: @mostvaluablepromotions
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      The YouTuber-turned boxer suffered a split-decision defeat but snubbed a rematch to instead fight Diaz. 
      But another career-crushing loss could spark an early retirement for Paul, who continues to divide boxing opinions. 
      Paul’s business partner and advisor Nakisa Bidarian told ESPN: “He may retire if he loses to Nate Diaz.  
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      “His boxing career is on the line, in terms of being one of the top three or four guys in the entire sport globally. 
      “I think if he was to lose, he’d just go to being another prospect that’s coming up in the ring.”
      Paul has feuded with Diaz over the past few years and has vowed to settle their score in decisive style. 
      He said: “Oh, he’s going to be killed. There’s no option for me, I’m only on one side of things. 
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      “So for me it’s not “kill or be killed” for me it’s kill. And I’m going to kill him.” 
      When is Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz?

      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz will be on Saturday, August 5th
      The undercard is set to begin at 1am BST.
      Depending on the length of the undercard fights the main event is expected to take place at around 4am BST.
      The venue will be the American Airlines Centre in Dallas, Texas.

      What channel is Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz on and can it be live streamed?

      Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz will be shown live on DAZN PPV.
      In the UK the PPV price is set at £14.99 on top of a standard DAZN subscription.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      If you have purchased the PPV, you can live stream Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz via the DAZN app or website.

      🥊 Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz: UK start time, stream, TV channel, details for HUGE Texas fight 🥊
      Who’s on the card?
      Here are all the confirmed fights for the night:

      MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz (8 rounds)
      Amanda Serrano vs. Heather Hardy – for IBF, IBO, WBA, WBC, and WBO featherweight titles
      Alan Sanchez vs. Angel Beltran
      Chris Avila vs. Jeremy Stephens
      Shadasia Green vs. Olivia Curry
      Jose Aguayo vs. Noel Cavazos
      Luciano Ramos vs. CJ Hamilton
      Kevin Newman II vs. Kilo Madera
      Ashton Sylve vs. William Silva

      What happened at the weigh in?
      Both men came in under the 185lbs limit during Friday’s weigh in.
      Paul bang on 185lbs.
      While Diaz was the smaller man on 184.9lbs.
      Jake Paul and Nate Diaz both made weightCredit: Getty
      Who are their trainers?
      Paul was formerly trained by ex-cruiserweight contender BJ Flores and co-coach Danny Smith. 
      But he has since re-hired boxing legend Shane Mosley as an advisor, after working together for his professional debut. 
      Paul’s lead cornerman is Theotrice Chambers of the famous Kronk boxing stable. 
      Diaz on the other hand is trained by Richard Perez, his long-time boxing coach in MMA. 
      What happened in Jake Paul’s last fight?
      Paul was beaten for the first time in his career by celebrity boxing rival Fury in Saudi Arabia. 
      He suffered a split-decision loss despite landing a knockdown in the eighth and final round. 
      Paul bypassed a rematch with Fury to instead fight Diaz.  
      Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy FuryCredit: GETTY
      What happened in Nate Diaz’s last fight?
      Diaz was due to fight unbeaten contender Khamzat Chimaev in his final UFC fight.   
      But Chimaev missed weight and instead, Tony Ferguson filled in. 
      Diaz would submit Ferguson in four rounds to close out his UFC career – for now. 
      Nate Diaz beat Tony Ferguson in his last UFC fightCredit: Getty
      What’s been said?
      Jake Paul said: “My last fight didn’t end the way I wanted, but the result was the best thing that could have happened to my professional boxing aspirations.
      “Now, the world thinks I am vulnerable when all I am is more focused than ever. My team wanted me to take an easy fight like KSI next, but that’s not how I am built.
      “Nate Diaz is considered one of the most bad-ass fighters of all time, but he and his team have been running their mouths for too long.”
      Paul, who is 6-1 in the ring, continued: “People tell me Nate has been training with Andre Ward for years. That he has insane stamina. That he refuses to back down. Good for f***ing Nate.
      “I haven’t forgotten about the slap backstage in Arizona, and on August 5, a Problem Child is going to piece up and knock out the Stockton G.”
      Diaz beat Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 in September in the last fight of his deal with the MMA company.
      Boxing has been a staple throughout the 37-year-old Diaz’s near two-decade career.
      He has had a hugely successful MMA career with 22 fights and a victory over Conor McGregor.
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      Diaz said: “Besides Canelo he’s the biggest thing in boxing. I’m here to conquer that. I’m the King of combat sports and then I’m headed back to get my UFC belts.
      “I f***ed up Conor for acting out and now here I am again, like a Super Hero of the Real Fight game, the King of the Real Fight game.” More

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      Who is boxer Olivia Curry?

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      OLIVIA Curry has risen to fame in the boxing world.She has an impressive track record in the sport so far, but who is she?
      Olivia Curry also works as a filmmaker
      Who is Olivia Curry and what is her boxing record?
      Olivia is known for her impressive boxing career, however she also works as a filmmaker.
      She stands at 5ft 9 inches (175cm) and was born in Iowa, USA.
      She has managed to impress in the boxing world with seven wins, including two KOs, and one loss.
      Speaking to Boxing Scene, Curry said: “I love boxing and it feels like I have to do it in terms of my own mental and emotional state.
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      “Boxing sucks people in, and no matter who you talk to, you need to do it for a reason other than just making money.
      “And very few people get to where they’re really making money at this sport, so I think anyone who chooses this path is doing it for another reason.”
      She added: “For me, that’s something that I can’t quite place that just draws me into it and doesn’t let me quit until I’ve seen exactly what I can do, what my body can do, and how far I can push it.”
      She beat Olivia Gerula by unanimous decision in April 2023.
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      This means that she has now had five back-to-back wins and is ranked just outside the top five middleweight contenders by the major sanctioning bodies.
      Before this she defeated Samantha Pill in 2022 as well as Kaitlin LaVigne and LeAnn O’Malley.
      Olivia’s debut was in May 2021 when she won against Gloria Solis Ruiz.
      She is fighting Shadasia Green on Saturday, August 5, 2023, which is part of the Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight.
      Olivia said: “I’m grateful to MVP and Real Fight, Inc. for the opportunity to fight Shadasia and introduce myself to the world with a bang. I’m coming to Dallas to win.
      “I want to show that women’s boxing at the higher, more dangerous weight classes is levelling up.”
      As well as her boxing career, Olivia has also produced commercials and branded content for Intuit, Boeing, Nike and more.
      Is Olivia Curry on TikTok and Instagram?
      Yes, Olivia regularly posts to her Instagram page.
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      She has dedicated her page to both her boxing and filmmaking career.
      As of August 2023 she has more than 1600 followers. More

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      When did Gianfranco Zola retire and where is he now?

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      GIANFRANCO ZOLA is a football legend who was once voted Chelsea’s greatest player in history.The Italian sportsman has had a varied career, having moved into coaching after he retired from playing football.
      Former Cagliari, Chelsea, and Italy footballer Gianfranco Zola has moved into coaching since retiring from playingCredit: Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Images
      When did Gianfranco Zola retire from playing football?
      Gianfranco Zola retired from playing football in 2005 after two seasons at Cagliari in his native Sardinia.
      He had retired from playing internationally in 1998.
      Zola started his career in 1984 with Sardinian team Nuorese before moving to Sassari-based team Torres.
      The player, who was born on July 5, 1966, signed for Napoli in 1989.
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      It was there that Zola forged a close friendship with the legendary Diego Maradona, who would go on to have a huge influence on Zola’s career.
      In 1993 the football player left Napoli for Parma, the team he won the 1993 UEFA Super Cup and the 1995 UEFA Cup with.
      Zola then joined UK side Chelsea in 1996, where he stayed until 2003.
      During his time at the Premier League team, he helped them win the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup, the UEFA Super Cup and the League Cup.
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      He was also voted Chelsea’s greatest player ever in 2003.
      The forward played 229 times for the London club, scoring 59 goals.
      Cagliari then signed Zola in the summer of 2003, where he stayed until he announced his retirement.
      Zola has also represented Italy’s national team.
      He won his first cap for the team in 1991 – in a match against Norway – and went on to earn 35 caps for his country.
      With Italy, Zola travelled to the 1994 World Cup in the United States, but did not play in the final after being sent off earlier in the tournament.
      Italy eventually ended as runners-up after losing to Brazil in the final.
      He also played in the 1996 Euros.
      Which teams has Gianfranco Zola coached?
      Zola began his coaching career with the Italy under-21s in 2006.
      As assistant coach, he and Pierluigi Casiraghi led the team to the 2008 Beijing Olympics where they finished in the quarter-finals.
      In 2008 he was hired by Premier League side West Ham United.
      Zola was then manager of Watford from July 2012 until December 2013.
      From December 2014 to March 2015 he managed his old Italian team Cagliari.
      Zola coached one season for Qatar team Al-Arabi before moving to Birmingham City in 2016.
      He returned to another of his past teams, Chelsea, as the assistant to manager Maurizio Sarri in July 2018.
      Zola departed in 2019 after Frank Lampard was announced as head coach.
      As of 2023, Zola is vice-president of the Italy’s Lega Pro league.
      Is Gianfranco Zola married and does he have children?
      Gianfranco is married to Francesca Zola, née Secci.
      The couple have three children together.
      Their son Andrea, who was born on January 7, 1991, is also a footballer and has played for Grays Athletic and the West Ham United reserves.
      He retired in 2011.
      In June 2023, his daughter Martina made her professional martial arts debut at  Polaris 24, a top jiu-jitsu event.
      What is Gianfranco Zola’s net worth?
      Gianfranco has an estimated net worth of around $30million (almost £24million).
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      He has estimated this fortune through his time as a player and manager, and the various brand deals he has landed during his career.
      Zola also invested in ice cream company Unico, which has four locations in London – Bromley, Fulham, St John’s Wood and Holland Park. More

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      Who is boxer Shadasia Green?

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      SHADASIA Green has carved out a career for herself in the boxing ring.The star has impressed boxing fans around the world, but who is she?
      Shadasia Green is best known for her boxing careerCredit: Getty
      Who is Shadasia Green and what is her boxing record?
      Shadasia Green is a boxer born in New Jersey, USA.
      She is 5ft 8 inches tall and goes by the alias The Sweet Terminator.
      Green has a 12-0 win record, including 11 knockouts and is the reigning WBC Silver champion at super middleweight.
      She beat Elin Cederroos in February 2023 to become the WBC’s mandatory challenger.
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      The boxer is fighting Olivia Curry in a 10-round bout as part of the Jake Paul-Nate Diaz pay-per-view undercard on August 5, 2023, in Dallas.
      Jake has said he thinks Green is more than capable of winning her upcoming match.
      Speaking on talkSPORT Drive, he said: “Green has the whole women’s boxing scene on froze right now.
      “She’s 12-0 with 11 KOs, just going through opponents like it’s her job, the Sweet Terminator.
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      “She really has the opportunity to make the biggest fight in UK women’s boxing history right now, going up against Marshall.
      “She’s next on the scene and I’m just super proud to be a part of her team and promoting her.”
      He added: “Well hopefully Marshall isn’t scared of Shadasia like the rest of the whole boxing world is.”
      Green has managed to stop every fighter she has faced since the start of 2020.
      As of July 2023, the boxing star is ranked as ESPN’s No2 super middleweight with her next fight set to take place on Saturday, August 5, 2023.
      Meanwhile, she is ranked No1 across the board by other sanctioning bodies.
      Is Shadasia Green married and does she have children?
      Yes, Shadasia is married.
      She tied the knot with long term girlfriend Desha Bland in 2022.
      They enjoyed a lavish wedding in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
      Is Shadasia Green on TikTok and Instagram?
      Yes, Shadasia regularly posts to her Instagram page.
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      She boasts an impressive 19,000 followers as of August 2023.
      She tends to share updates on her boxing career and what fights she has coming up. More

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      How old is Robert Pires and what does the Arsenal invincible do now?

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      ROBERT PIRES is a former French football player and coach.The sportsman is best known for his time with Premier League side Arsenal and is widely regarded as one of the team’s greatest ever players.
      Former footballer Robert Pires is an Arsenal legend
      How old is Robert Pires?
      Robert Pires was born on October 29, 1973.
      He was born in Reims, France to a Portuguese father and Spanish mother.
      Pires inherited his passion for football from his father.
      When he was 15 he left school and began studying a two-year sports degree course in Reim.
      Pires made his senior debut for FC Metz against Lyon in 1993.
      Who did Robert Pires play for?
      In France, Pires played for Marseille and Provence before moving to UK team Arsenal.
      Pires won the Premier League title twice with the team and was heavily involved in the 2004 “Invincibles” title win where Arsenal did not lose a game all season, winning eight league matches in a row between January and March 2004.
      The Frenchman also boasts FA Cup wins and two English Charity Shields from his time with the Gunners.
      In May 2006, Pires joined Spanish side Villarreal on a two-year contract.
      He later moved to Aston Villa in 2010 and briefly played for Indian Super League team FC Goa between 2013 and 2014.
      In February 2016, Pires announced his retirement from football.
      Pires also made 79 senior appearances for the France national team throughout his career, scoring 14 goals.
      Pires won the European Championship with his country in 2000 and the World Cup in 1998.

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      What does Robert Pires do now?
      After retiring from playing, Pires took on a role as an ambassador for Arsenal while also informally helping to develop the team’s younger talent.
      Pires then moved to Ibiza in 2020 and, as of 2023, he works as a coach for Spanish lower-league side Pena Deportiva.
      The football star moved to the Spanish island with his second wife, model Jessica Lemarie.
      The couple share two children, Naia and Theo.
      Robert is thought to have amassed a net worth of around $12million (over £9million) throughout his impressive career. More