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      Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III 2: Date, ring-walk time, TV channel, undercard and live stream for huge rematch

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER returns to the ring this weekend as he takes on John Gotti III in an eagerly-anticipated rematch.The two last went head-to-head in an exhibition bout in Florida in June 2023, with the fight ending in chaos.Floyd Mayweather and John Gotti III will go head-to-head in Mexico City this weekendCredit: Splash NewsThe first fight between Floyd Mayweather and John Gotti III descended into chaos and was declared a no-contestThe sixth round consisted of trash-talking and rough tactics, which led referee Kenny Bayliss to stop the bout and declare it a no-contest.Once the bout was waved off, Gotti III, the grandson of organised crime boss John Gotti, charged at Mayweather, prompting a mass brawl in the ring.Each fighter’s respective camps stormed the ring with several punches thrown in crazy scenes – leading to both competitors being escorted out of the venue.Gotti III was slapped with a six-month suspension for his antics in Florida and now returns to the ring for the rematch with Mayweather having served his ban.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III 2?Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III 2 will take place on Saturday, August 24.The bout was initially set to take place on Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas.The event is scheduled to begin at 12.30am in the UK (Sunday morning) and 7.30pm in the US.Mayweather and Gotti III are due to take their ring-walks at approximately 4.06am in the UK and 11.06pm in the US.The fight will be held at Arena CDMX in Mexico City.What TV channel is Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III 2 on and can it be live streamed?Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III 2 will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV.In the UK, the bout is priced at £19.99, while in the US, the fight will cost $49.99.You can live stream the event via the DAZN website/app.Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog to keep up to date with all the action from Mexico City.Who’s on the undercard?Here are all the confirmed fights set to take place on the Mayweather vs Gotti III 2 undercard:Subject to changeMost read in BoxingFloyd Mayweather vs John Gotti IIIVictor Ortiz vs. Rodrigo Damian CoriaAlan David Picasso vs. Azat HovhannisyanLuis Rodriguez vs. Cesar VacaAaron Silva vs. Alfonso FloresSilvia Torres vs. Cecilia Rodriguez More

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      Champions League draw 2024/25: Date, stream, TV channel and pots for NEW league phase format

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      THERE’S nothing quite like a Champions League draw to put football fans on the edge of their seats – and the 2024/25 edition will be historic.Jude Bellingham’s dream debut season at Real Madrid ended in glory as Los Blancos beat Borussia Dortmund in last season’s Champions League final.Jude Bellingham helped Real Madrid win the Champions League in his first seasonCredit: GettyAnd the most decorated team in the competition will be tipped to win it again having added French phenomenon Kylian Mbappe to an incredible attacking force.However, Madrid have a lot more work to do to get to that stage due to the huge Champions League format changes.But first up is the league phase draw, and SunSport have all the information on when it will take place.Find out about the Champions League 2024/25 league phase draw below.Read more on Champions LeagueWhen is the 2024/25 Champions League draw?The 2024/25 Champions League draw will take place on Thursday, August 29.A time is yet to be confirmed but Grimaldi Forum in Monte Carlo, Monaco is the chosen venue for the draw.An automated system will now randomly select eight opponents for each team from four pots and allocate which teams play at home and away.This is due to the new league phase format.Most read in Champions LeagueWhat TV channel is the 2024/25 Champions League draw on and can it be live streamed?The 2024/25 Champions League draw will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports in the UK.Subscription members of TNT can stream the entire action through Discovery+Amazon have purchased UEFA rights in the UK for the first time so the draw will also be available on Amazon Prime Video.Alternatively, fans can find out who their teams will be drawn with through our live blog.Can I watch the 2024/25 Champions League draw for FREE?It has not been confirmed as yet but the Champions League draw is usually broadcast for FREE on TNT Sports’ official YouTube channel.What is the new Champions League format?Each club will play eight matches in the opening phase – against seeded opposition, in a system designed to ensure that teams play opponents of similar difficulty.The top eight teams in the “final” table will automatically go through to the last 16, where they will be joined by the eight play-off winners of ties between the sides placed ninth to 24th in the table.Despite there being just eight matches in the opening phase, European matches will be spread over 10 midweek slots.The new Champions League format also sees the implication of two additional qualifying spots.They will be awarded to the nations that are top of the “country coefficient” chart each season.What are the 2024/25 Champions League draw pots?Pot 1: Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, BarcelonaPot 2: Bayer Leverkusen, Atlético Madrid, Atalanta, Juventus, Benfica, Arsenal, Club Brugge, Shakhtar Donetsk, MilanPot 3: Feyenoord, Sporting CP, PSV Eindhoven, CelticPot 4: Monaco, Aston Villa, Bologna, Girona, VfB Stuttgart, Sturm Graz, BrestREAD MORE SUN STORIESWhat are the Champions League fixture dates?Below is the full schedule for the 2024/25 Champions League:Matchday 1: September 17-19, 2024Matchday 2: October 1/2, 2024Matchday 3: October 22/23, 2024Matchday 4: November 5/6, 2024Matchday 5: November 26/27, 2024Matchday 6: December 10/11, 2024Matchday 7: January 21/22, 2025Matchday 8: January 29, 2025Knockout round play-offs: February 11/12 and February 18/19, 2025Round of 16: March 4/5 and March 11/12, 2025Quarter-finals: April 8/9 and April 15/16, 2025Semi-finals: April 29/30 and May 6/7, 2025Final: May 31, 2025 More

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      Why does Martin Odegaard place his hands over his ears after scoring a goal for Arsenal?

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      PLAYERS often celebrate goals with unique gestures that reflect their personalities and sentiments, turning each goal into a personal statement of triumph and individuality. With the Premier League back in full swing, it’s the perfect time to see how players like Odegaard are making their mark on the game.Martin Odegaard had his senior debut at the age of 15Credit: GettyWho is Martin Odegaard?Martin Odegaard, born on December 17, 1998, in Drammen, Norway, is a professional footballer.He plays as a midfielder and captains both Arsenal in the Premier League and the Norway national team.His career began at age 15 with Strømsgodset, where he became the youngest player in Norway’s top division, Tippeligaen, and its youngest goalscorer. In 2015, he signed with Real Madrid, where he initially struggled for consistent playing time. read more on martin odegaardHe spent several seasons on loan at clubs including Heerenveen, Vitesse, and Real Sociedad, where he won the Copa del Rey in 2019.Odegaard joined Arsenal on loan in January 2021 and made a strong impression, leading to a permanent transfer later in the year. He was appointed Arsenal captain in 2022 and has since been a key player, earning awards such as Arsenal Player of the Season for 2022–23 and being named in the Premier League Team of the Year.Internationally, Odegaard made his senior debut for Norway at just 15 years old, becoming the youngest player to represent the country. Most read in FootballHe was later named Norway’s national team captain in March 2021.Why does Martin Odegaard place his hands over his ears after scoring a goal?Odegaard was defended by his manger for his celebrationCredit: AlamyMartin Odegaard’s celebration with his hands over his ears is a response to criticism he received, particularly from Jamie Carragher. After Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Liverpool earlier in the 2023/24 season, Carragher criticised Odegaard for his celebratory actions.He suggested he was overdoing it and should move on quickly from the moment.His gesture of placing his hands over his ears can be seen as a symbolic way of blocking out outside criticism and noise, showing that he is unfazed by the negative feedback and is focused on his performance and feelings.It’s a way for him to assert his individuality and confidence despite external opinions.When inquired about the meaning behind Odegaard’s distinctive celebration, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta told reporters: “I don’t know. I didn’t notice that he made that gesture.”But he was really happy in the dressing room with the way he played again today. “I think he was exceptional.”I don’t think he needs to send any message. “He needs to be himself and he needs to do what he feels. “And if he feels to do something, do it and deal with the consequences because some people are going to like it and some people won’t.”This unique celebration follows a trend among his Arsenal colleagues, who each have their distinct ways of marking their achievements. For instance, Gabriel Jesus often mimics holding a ‘phone’ to his ear, adding a playful touch to his celebrations. Kai Havertz, on the other hand, cups his ears after scoring and Bukayo Saka celebrates by holding the corner flag.Each player’s celebration style adds a personal touch to their on-field success and reflects their individuality.READ MORE SUN STORIESHow many goals has Martin Odegaard scored for Arsenal?As of August 2024, Martin Odegaard has scored 31 goals in 123 Premier League appearances for Arsenal. His goal-scoring record highlights his significant contribution to the team, showcasing his ability to impact matches as a midfielder. More

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      Gabriel Jesus celebration: Why does the Arsenal foward hold a ‘phone’ to his ear after scoring a goal?

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      GABRIEL Jesus has captivated fans with both his goal-scoring prowess and unique goal celebrations.His return to the Premier League with Arsenal has reignited excitement and here is everything we know about his goal celebration.Gabriel Jesus joined Arsenal in 2022Credit: ReutersWho is Gabriel Jesus?Gabriel Jesus, born April 3, 1997, is a Brazilian football player.He began his career at Palmeiras, where he won multiple titles, including the Copa do Brasil and the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.His standout performances led to a high-profile transfer to Manchester City in January 2017, where he contributed to four Premier League titles, three EFL Cups, and an FA Cup over his five years with the club.In July 2022, Jesus joined Arsenal in a transfer valued at £45 million.read more on Gabriel JesusHe quickly became a key player, making an immediate impact with his goal-scoring and playmaking abilities. Internationally, Jesus has been a significant presence for Brazil, playing in the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups and winning the Copa América in 2019. Why does Gabriel Jesus do the phone celebration?Jesus is honouring his mother during his goal celebrationCredit: GettyGabriel Jesus’s signature phone celebration is a heartfelt tribute to his mother, Vera Lucia Diniz de Jesus. The celebration began in 2016 during a World Cup qualifying match for Brazil, where Jesus celebrated a goal by mimicking a phone call.Most read in FootballThe gesture, which Jesus elaborated on in interviews, reflects the close bond he shares with his mother and his gratitude for her unwavering support throughout his career.He said in an interview: “It was a joke with my friends, a ‘Hello, mother’. “My friends know why. My mother knows too.”It was a celebration for them.”Jesus also revealed during his time at Manchester City: “When we were kids, my mom would be calling me all the time to find out where I was, and if I didn’t pick up, she’d start calling all my friends.”When I pick up the phone, it is in honour of my mother and our struggle. “But it is also in honour of my friends and family and Coach Mamede and everyone in Brazil who helped me get here. “Whenever I score for Manchester City, my mother calls me. “As soon as the ball hits the back of the net, the phone rings.”It doesn’t matter if she’s back home in Brazil or if she’s in the stadium watching me.”She calls me every time. So I run to the corner flag, and I put my hand to my ear, and I say, ‘Alo Mae!’ (Hello mum).”He is not the only Arsenal star uniquely celebrating goals.For example, Kai Havertz’s celebration involves cupping his ears after scoring.READ MORE SUN STORIESHow many goals has Gabriel Jesus scored for Arsenal?As of August 2024, Gabriel Jesus has scored 15 goals for Arsenal.Jesus has made 213 appearances in the Premier League in total and has scored 73 goals. More

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      Why don’t Chelsea have a sponsor on the front of their shirt?

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      CHELSEA will start the Premier League season without a main front-of-shirt sponsor for the second consecutive year.Last season, the Blues played the first seven matches of the season in a plain kit without a sponsor.Chelsea will begin the season without a shirt sponsorInfinite Athlete then stepped in on September 30 and were the main sponsor for the rest of the season – reportedly paying almost £40million for the privilege.But the American sports tech firm can no longer sponsor Chelsea under Premier League rules.Why don’t Chelsea have a shirt sponsor?Chelsea continued wearing Infinite Athlete on the front of their shirts throughout pre-season.It had been believed that they were going to continue at the start of the season but the Premier League has ruled against it as clubs can only have one shirt sponsor during the course of a campaign – although one change is permitted for charity partners.Infinite Athlete will remain a club partner and sponsor and have also agreed to move to be the sleeve sponsor as the Blues chase a more lucrative deal for the main placement.During pre-season, Chelsea had Infinite Athlete on their shirts – but the tech firm has been blocked by the Premier LeagueCryptocurrency exchange BingX was the sleeve sponsor last season but are now the main sponsor for the training kit, which last season was sponsored by Trivago. The hotel booking service’s deal with Chelsea has ended and it will not be renewed.Chelsea’s last long-term front-of-shirt sponsor was Three UK, who had signed a three-year deal worth £40m annually.Most read in FootballThe mobile network cut ties in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine – which also saw Roman Abramovich also forced to sell the club to Todd Boehly, Behdad Egbali and Clearlake Capital.While Three severed their deal with the men’s first team at the end of the 2022-23 season, they remain a club partner and in July became the principle sponsor for the women’s team.Who will sponsor Chelsea this season?It is so far unknown who will become the main sponsor for Chelsea.On the website, American sportswear giant Nike and BingX are listed as ‘principal partners’, while Infinite Athlete is listed as an ‘official partner’, along with a dozen others including Cadbury and Singha.Three, who were once Chelsea men’s front-of-shirt sponsor, will sponsor the women’s team this seasonBingX and Infinite Athlete were previously listed in opposite places on the Chelsea website. With Infinite Athlete expected to be unable to continue, Chelsea had been reported to be in talks with Riyadh Air.However, talks are said to have broken down with the Blues said to be asking for £50m per season.Malaysia Airlines and the Bank of America have also been rumoured to be interested, while the Blues are also said to be in talks with a Chinese tyre manufacturer – although it is not known if this is for the front of the shirt. More

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      What is on Pep Guardiola’s T-shirt?

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      PEP GUARDIOLA is hoping to lead Manchester City to a fifth successive Premier League title – and his new t-shirt shows that he is ready to do it in style.The Spanish magician will arguably go down as one of the greatest managers for what his teams have achieved on the pitch.Pep Guardiola is known for his bold outfit choicesCredit: RexHowever, his bold outfit choices on the touchline has also caught the eye.And fans have noticed Guardiola’s new t-shirt for the 2024/25 Premier League campaign.What is on Pep Guardiola’s T-shirt?Pep Guardiola has been sporting Puma’s new T-shirt range which says ‘Sports Hydration System’ on the front.It also has a graphic with two people drinking from a water bottle and it says the words ‘kalium, calcium, eissen, magnesium’ underneath it.Read more on Pep GuardiolaThe Puma logo is then below that.Guardiola was first spotted wearing this t-shirt in the 2024 Community Shield finalCredit: AlamyHe was first spotted wearing Puma’s new range of T-shirts during Manchester City’s Community Shield win against noisy neighbours Manchester United.This became a major talking point among fans as team managers often wear suits to a momentous Wembley occasion.What other pieces of bold clothing has Pep Guardiola worn?Lucky grey cardiganMost read in FootballPep’s “lucky” grey cardigan fired Manchester City to the English Treble in the 2018/2019 season.The Spaniard wore it 30 times that season, as the Sky Blues clocked up a record tally of wins in all competitions on their path to Premier League, Carabao Cup and, FA Cup glory.City’s only blip was being knocked out of the Champions League by Spurs.We revealed that Pep Guardiola’s favourite grey cardigan cost him £1,200 and was made by Theresa May’s favourite Italian designer, Herno.Pep had a “lucky” grey cardiganMDCR jumperPep Guardiola’s ‘mdcr’ hoodie caught the eye of a lot of fans during the 2022/23 campaign.The four-letter abbreviation stands for ‘Madchester’, adding to the north-western English city’s reputation as a musical and cultural cauldron, where mad things happen.The term is associated with the music scene from the 1980s and 1990s.Back then, bands like the Stone Roses, Happy Mondays and Inspiral Carpets were running the roost music-wise.And then along came a band called Oasis, fronted by City-loving pair Liam and Noel Gallagher, who changed the face of British music forever.But Madchester was also associated with massive raves and gigs that went on in the city at the time, many of them taking place in warehouses and derelict buildings that had been repurposed for music venues.The ‘mdcr’ jumper was a big hit among fansP hoodiePep Guardiola wore a ‘P’ hoodie during the 2023 FA Cup final win against Manchester United.The Spaniard regularly gets his clothing from a supplier in Spain.Pep wore the ‘P’ hoodie in 2023Open Arms hoodieREAD MORE SUN STORIESGuardiola wore the iconic jumper to promote humanitarian charity Open Arms – the organisation the generous Manchester City boss donated £130,000 to in 2018.The former Barcelona manager donned the hoodie during a clash with Chelsea, Newcastle and Arsenal in the 2020/21 season.Guardiola brought awareness to the Open Arms charity More

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      What does Ipswich Town’s sponsor mean? Ed Sheeran revealed as the brains behind front-of-shirt deal

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      POP icon Ed Sheeran is the brains behind Ipswich Town’s sensational front-of-shirt sponsorship deal – but some fans still don’t understand what it means.Sheeran was born in Yorkshire but grew up in Suffolk and has been an Ipswich fanatic since a young age.Ed Sheeran helped create the Ipswich third kitCredit: Instagram @ipswichtownThe music megastar initially agreed on a one-year deal with his boyhood club for the 2021/22 season.However, the sponsorship seems to have been a good luck charm as it has stuck around to see Ipswich propel themselves to top-flight football.And fans now want to know exactly what the sponsor means.What does Ipswich Town’s sponsor mean?The message ‘+-=÷x TOUR’ will appear on the men’s and women’s teams’ jerseys, in reference to Ed Sheeran’s previous albums.Read more on IpswichWhen pressed on what the logo means, the Shape of You sensation replied cryptically: “All will be revealed in time.”However, reports suggest that Ed Sheeran uses mathematic symbols to name his albums as he feels each symbol represents patches in his life.Sheeran, 33, was a regular to Portman Road last season as Ipswich fought for top-flight football.And after Kieran McKenna’s team secured back-to-back promotions, the pop star lead the celebrations by belting out the iconic Tractor Boys chant.Most read in FootballWhat has been said?Sheeran used a Suffolk phrase ‘sloightly on the huh’ – meaning ‘slightly off kilter’ – in his message to fans upon the revealing of his shirt-sponsorship deal as he predicted better times ahead for his hometown team.The world-famous singer-songwriter added: “The football club is a big part of the local community and this is my way of showing my support.”Flame-haired Sheeran also also posted a picture of himself as a youngster in an Ipswich shirt on his Instagram account, which has a whopping 31.9million followers.Ed Sheeran is a boyhood Ipswich Town fanThe ‘A Team’ star accompanied it with a post which read: “This bloke is the new sponsor of @ipswichtown football club. Do well”.Ed Sheeran is expected to appear at several games this season as Ipsiwch fight to stay in the Premier League after a 22-year-exile. More

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      When are semi-automated offsides coming to the Premier League?

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      PREMIER LEAGUE fans will breathe a huge sigh of relief at the news that video assistant referees will no longer be drawing wonky lines across the pitch.That’s because the English top flight have agreed that VARs will no longer make calls on offside – though they will still be used for other decisions – with Semi-Automated Offside Technology (SAOT) coming in for the 2024-25 season.SAOT has been used with great success in the Champions League and Euro 2024Credit: TNT SportsLuis Diaz had a goal controversially ruled out by VAR for offside last seasonCredit: SKY SPORTSFans were left fuming at refereeing controversies like Luis Diaz’s goal against Tottenham being ruled out and Arsenal being denied a goal at Brentford because of dodgy offside decisions.SAOT technology has been used with great success during the Champions League, 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024 – although England fans were gutted at an extremely tight offside call that went Spain’s way in the final.However, despite the joy at an updated offside system, Premier League fans will be made to wait for it.What is Semi-Automated Offside Technology?Sports tech company Genius Sports are the firm behind SAOT in the Premier League.The tech is powered by artificial intelligence and promises to “minimise breaks in the game and deliver accuracy”, helping referees manage games more smoothly and with less controversy.Mikel Oyarzabal scored as Spain won Euro 2024 with a decision that initially looked offsideBut semi-automated offside technology quickly and clearly ruled it onsideEach Premier League ground will have new cameras installed with the GeniusIQ AI system able to create 3D renders of all players, the ball and the offside wall in just seconds.That will enable officials to quickly and precisely make offside decisions – without the need to draw wonky lines on the pitch.Premier League Chief Football Officer Tony Scholes said: “The introduction of semi-automated offside is an important move to maintain the flow of the game in the Premier League. Most read in Football”We are confident that by using the newest and most accurate technology available we will see the time taken for offside decisions reduced significantly alongside a consistent application of the offside lines. “The experience for all participants including supporters will also be enhanced through quicker communication and clearer imagery around offside decisions.”What are semi-automated offsides?PREMIER LEAGUE clubs have voted in the use of semi-automated offsides from the 2024-25 season.The technology tracks 29 different points on the body of every player.Together with a chip in the football, the tech then can produce almost instantaneous decisions, even on the tightest of calls.These are then visualised with computer-generated 3D images which clearly show the offence on a screen for fans watching the broadcast from home.Referees on the pitch will need to step in and intervene if the offside call is subjective – ie the player in an offside position does not touch the ball.Here’s how it works:Each ground will have up to 12 special cameras with limb-tracking technology.These will focus on 29 goal-scoring body parts from every player on the pitch and will record their position 50 times per second.During the World Cup in Qatar, the microchip in the ball sent back data points 500 times every second to determine the  precise instant it was played by an attacker OR a defenderThat allowed the computer technology to alert the VAR that a player was in an offside position when the ball was playedBut all decisions were then checked to ensure the attacker was interfering with playThe average time for an offside call in Qatar was cut to 25 seconds per incidentIn future, a 3D animation will “show” the decision to fans in the stadium and via broadcasters, and this will be available by the next stoppage in play after the decision.When will Semi-Automated Offside Technology be introduced in the Premier League?The technology is being brought in for the 2024-25 season.However, the cameras have not been installed in grounds around the country so they will NOT be in use for the first few weeks of the season.There is currently no official date for when the technology will be ready to go.That means for the first part of the season, VARs will still be in charge of making offside calls from Stockley Park.The technology is expected to be introduced after one of the international breaks in September or October.Earlier this year, former Prem referee Mark Halsey blasted the decision to have a different technology added after the season had started.He said: “It’s ludicrous we are not bringing this in from day one next season.”The Premier League is awash with money and it needs to be operational for every match.”It’s got to be ready for the season kick-off. We can’t bring it in four, five or six weeks into the season as that will question the competition’s integrity. READ MORE SUN STORIES”If it’s not ready, then wait until 2025-26.”There have also been a couple of other significant changes to the Premier League rule book for next season.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More