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      Premier League stadium set for huge renovation to increase capacity that KO’d hopes of hosting Oasis reunion gigs

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      MANCHESTER CITY will not be hosting any of Oasis’ reunion gigs due to a planned renovation of the Etihad Stadium.The English Britpop band reunited after 15 years apart this week, which has led to fanfare up and down the country.Oasis will not be playing at one Premier League stadiumCredit: Getty – ContributorThe Etihad will be under renovation during the Britpop band’s tourCredit: GettyThe work on the stadium will increase the capacity from 53,400 to 61,000Credit: MANCHESTER CITYThe band has announced multiple gigs across England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.The Rock ‘N’ Roll stars will hit venues such as Wembley Stadium, the Principality Stadium in Cardiff and Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.One stadium that will not be on the list is the Etihad Stadium in Manchester as plans Slide Away.The Gallagher’s are both superfans of the Citizens but it will not be a part of The Masterplan.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThis is due to the ground is undergoing a project to raise the capacity from 53,400 to 61,000.The plans will also see a 400-bed hotel be built but work is not Supersonic.This means that the work will not be completed in time for the Oasis tour.The £300million project is expected to be completed in time for the 2025/26 season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCity have also revealed that the renovation will see a new club shop and museum be built.The club is hopeful that the work will be finished and be open in late 2026.Irish radio host left in tears at shock Oasis reunionHOW LONG CAN IT LAST?By Joanne KavanaghNOEL and Liam’s feuding stretches back 30 years and is among music’s best known. Here’s a recap.September 1994: Noel temporarily quits after Liam throws a tambourine at him.Summer 1995: While recording (What’s The Story) Morning Glory, Noel reportedly hits Liam over the head with a cricket bat.August 1996: Liam pulls out of an MTV Unplugged gig, heckling his going solo brother from the audience.May 2000: After Liam questions the legitimacy of Noel’s daughter Anais, he quits again. He returned, but did not complete their European tour.June 2005: At the Heineken Jammin’ Festival in Italy, Liam leaves the stage during Champagne Supernova. Noel tells Spin magazine: “He’s actually frightened to death of me.”April 2009: Noel calls Liam “the angriest man you’ll ever meet” in Q mag, adding: “He’s like a man with a fork in a world of soup”.August 2009: Oasis pull out ‘V’ Festival gig at the last minute. Liam reportedly had laryngitis but Noel claims he’s “hungover”.Late August 2009: As the band prepare to play in Paris a row breaks out and, as we reported, Liam wields Noel’s guitar “like an axe”. The tour is axed. Noel states: “It’s with some sadness and great relief to tell you that I quit Oasis.”June 2017: After the Manchester terror attack Liam slates Noel for not attending the Old Trafford tribute gig. Noel’s camp say he was out the country.Oasis, for the time being, will have to Roll With It and plan future gigs at different venues.So far, the band will Go Let It Out across their current scheduled 14 dates.It is thought that further dates across Europe may be added to their schedule.Oasis 2025 tour dates REVEALEDOASIS brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher have revealed a 14 gig comeback tour next summer – here are the detailsThe Wonderwall hitmakers will delight crowds as follows:JULY 20254th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium5th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium11th – Manchester, Heaton Park12th – Manchester, Heaton Park19th – Manchester, Heaton Park20th – Manchester, Heaton Park25th – London, Wembley Stadium26th – London, Wembley StadiumAUGUST 20252nd – London, Wembley Stadium3rd – London, Wembley Stadium8th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium9th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium16th – Dublin, Croke Park17th – Dublin, Croke Park*If you click on a link in this boxout, we may earn affiliate revenue.Tickets for the UK dates go on sale from 9am on Saturday, August 31st and will be available from www.ticketmaster.co.uk, www.gigsandtours.com and www.seetickets.com. Dublin tickets will be available from 8am that same day from www.ticketmaster.ie. More

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      Man Utd legend Gary Neville makes debut as DJ alongside Salford rock icon in front of packed crowd

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      GARY NEVILLE made his DJ debut earlier today as he performed alongside Charlatans front man Tim Burgess.The duo teamed up for the Kendal Calling festival in Cumbria.Gary Neville made his DJing debutCredit: SplashThe Manchester United legend appeared alongside Tim BurgessCredit: SplashNeville, 49, seemed to have a great time on stageCredit: SplashKendal Calling has been headlined this week by the likes of Noel Gallager’s High Flying Birds, The Streets, Paolo Nutini and Sugababes.Among the music icons has been former Manchester United full-back Neville.The Old Trafford legend became used to performing in front of more than 70,000 every other week at the Theatre of Dreams.But in a packed out tent earlier today, he faced an altogether more daunting prospect.RREAD MORE FOOTBALLAs The Courteeners’ “Not Nineteen Forever” played, Neville could be seen heading a beach ball into the rammed crowd.He also appeared to jig on the spot as he enjoyed the experience.Neville admitted earlier this year that he had never DJ’d in his life.He told Geoff Shreeves on his former Sky colleague’s podcast Football, Music and Me: “When I finished my football career, there were many things I did to put myself out of my comfort zone.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNeville soaked in the amazing experienceCredit: Splash”I’m actually DJing with Tim at Kendal Calling, I mean… what the hell am I doing?”I’m trying to wangle my way out of it, but I can’t once I’ve said yes to something.”‘No one gets close to him’ – Gary Neville names best striker he played with that ‘a lot of Man Utd fans disagree with’Quizzed if he had ever done anything similar in the past, he said: “Never in my life!”Putting his mate at ease, Burgess said earlier this year: “I’m very excited about the prospect of DJing with Gary – he’s got great taste in music.”The last time we shared a stage was when he joined The Charlatans on guitar.”Can’t promise we’ll be doing any songs together but there might be an impromptu singalong at some point.”Neville shared the experience with pal BurgessCredit: SplashThe duo performed to a packed out crowdCredit: Splash More

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      ‘Please don’t play that at matches next season’, beg Luton fans after Coldplay reveal new song for Hatters at festival

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      COLDPLAY paid tribute to Luton Town with a new song at the weekend – but some fans were far from happy about it.The band headlined BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend on Sunday at Stockwood Park in Luton.Coldplay singer Chris Martin dedicated a song to Luton while performing at Radio 1s Big WeekendCredit: GettyFans had a mixed response to the tuneTo close the festival, frontman Chris Martin took centre stage to sing a new song dedicated to the town titled ‘Orange’ – the colour of Luton’s home kit.Hatters fans had initially wanted Coldplay to change the lyrics to the song ‘Yellow’, which is a colour synonymous with the club’s arch rivals Watford.But instead, Martin sung: “It’s hard to be a football fan here in Luton town. Sometimes you do the best you can, still you find you’re going down.”We didn’t win all our matches, we didn’t win the Cup.Read More on Football”But when you get knocked down in Luton, you always get back up.”The official Luton Town X account shared a clip of the song online.A post also read: “Coldplay just said they love us 😁.”Some fans loved the tribute, with one person commenting: “RELEASE THE SONG.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother wrote: “That’s a new club song right there.”While a third said: “Thank you Coldplay!”Devastated Luton boss Rob Edwards left in TEARS as West Ham loss leaves club all but relegated from Premier LeagueHowever, others were not so complimentary, with one person saying: “Please don’t put that on ever at one of our matches next season. It’s absolutely tragic.”Another added: “This is quite possibly one of the most horrendous things I’ve ever seen.”While another commented: “This is absolutely tragic and embarrassing.”Luton were relegated back to the Championship earlier this month after finishing 18th in the Premier League table. More

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      Huge boost for footie fans as UK to host FOUR-DAY Champions League festival ahead of Wembley final

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      LONDON will host a four-day festival at five locations across the city ahead of the Champions League final in Wembley.The grand finale of the prestigious European club competition is returning to the capital for the first time since 2013.A four-day festival will be held before the Wembley showdownCredit: GettyLondon Mayor Sadiq Khan revealed the details todayCredit: GettyBorussia Dortmund beat the odds to reach the Champions League final this yearCredit: AFPToday, Sadiq Khan unveiled plans for the “family-friendly” celebration in the run-up to Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid’s clash on Saturday, June 1.The festival will include concerts, community events, and, of course, a lot of football.Events will be planned across five central London locations.It will take place at Trafalgar Square, Regent Street, Somerset House, Potters Fields Park and South Bank.Read More in FootballFestivities will kick off on Thursday, May 30, in Trafalgar Square as the Champions League trophy is welcomed to London.The square will then be filled with inflatable football activities, a five-aside mini pitch and food stalls.This will be followed by a headline performance from Hackney’s Rudimental on Friday May 31.The show will be powered by the movement of dancing fans through a “kinetic dancefloor” before the night culminates with a DJ set by Faithless.Most read in FootballRegent Street will be pedestrianised between Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus for the last two days of May to enable penalty shootout challenges and other activities.Meanwhile, Champions League legends from around the globe will be at Somerset House showcasing their skills in a five-a-side tournament.At Potters Fields Park, by Tower Bridge, a giant inflatable UEFA Champions League trophy will greet visitors, with interactive installations and activities continuing along the South Bank.It is hoped the festival, which ends on June 2, will attract many Londoners as well as the tens of thousands of travelling fans for the two teams.Watch Antonio Rudiger bring back iconic Chelsea chair celebration in wild scenes after Real Madrid win vs Bayern MunichUefa’s general secretary, Theodore Theodoridis, said: “Festival-goers will enjoy a wide array of family-friendly entertainment, creating memories that will last a lifetime ahead of what is sure to be another epic encounter at the iconic Wembley Stadium.”Mr Khan said: “London is the sporting capital of the world and so it’s fitting that we are hosting the Uefa Champions League final. “I am proud that Europe’s biggest match will take place in London and delighted that thousands of Londoners and visitors will be able to experience the thrill of this special competition through the Uefa Champions Festival. “This is the start of an incredible sporting summer for London and a key part of our work to build a better London for everyone.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTransport for London has advised travellers that public transport is likely to be very busy on Saturday, June 1, particularly the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines. The Metropolitan Police have meanwhile said they will be working closely with UEFA, the FA, Wembley Stadium, local authorities and other emergency services, to ensure the safety of fans and festival-goers.Jude Bellingham will represent Real Madrid and face his former side in the finalCredit: GettyTrafalgar Square will be one event location for footy fansCredit: PAWembley will once again host the Champions League final this yearCredit: Getty More

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      Former Arsenal star now worth £180million thanks to kebab empire signs up Backstreet Boys for huge music festival

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      ARSENAL cult hero Lukas Podolski has signed up legendary nineties boyband the Backstreet Boys to headline his new music festival in Germany.The 38-year-old created GLUCKSGEFUHLE Festival alongside Markus Krampe last year.Lukas Podolski has built up a business empireCredit: SplashThe former Arsenal star has now launched a music festivalCredit: Getty Images – GettyPodolski has signed the Backstreet Boys up to performCredit: AP:Associated PressIt quickly became Germany’s largest music festival, with 135,000 people visiting the Hockenheimring in Baden-Wurttemberg.The festival is set to return in September this year and up to 200,000 fans are expected to attend.Those in attendance will be treated to some star-studded performances from the likes of Lost Frequencies and Martin Garrix.The Backstreet Boys, famous for singing 90s hits ‘Everybody’ and ‘I Want It That Way’, have also been booked in for a set on the main stage.Read More on ArsenalGLUCKSGEFUHLE Festival is Podolski’s latest career venture outside of football.The ex-Germany international has built up his own business empire with a chain of kebab restaurants and an ice cream brand.SunSport even went to Cologne to try out the 130-cap German international’s ‘Poldi Sandwich’.The 130-cap Germany star’s business acumen has seen his net worth increase to a reported £177.5million.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPodolski has also launched a sports centre and a football tournament featuring influencers, former players and fans.And he is the founder of the Lukas Podolski Foundation for Sport and Education.Former Arsenal star Lukas Podolski explodes about McDonald’s as he defends prices of his kebab chainThe organisation helps to provide opportunities for socially disadvantaged children.Podolski is still playing football at the age of 38.He currently plays for Polish side Gornik Zabrze.The forward made 93 appearances during his three-year spell with Arsenal between 2012 and 2015.Prior to then he made 106 appearances for Bayern Munich and 181 FC Koln.Podolski’s business empireLUKAS PODOLSKI is worth nearly £180million after building his own business empire.
      The former Arsenal forward’s portfolio includes a chain of kebab shops and an ice cream brand in his native Germany.
      Meanwhile, he has also launched a music festival, sports centre and a football tournament featuring influencers, former players and fans.
      Podolski previously spent three years with the Gunners, winning the FA Cup in 2014.
      Back in Germany, though, the 38-year-old has been building his own business empire.
      He first launched his dessert brand Ice Cream United in 2017, two years after leaving Arsenal.
      The business was founded in the Belgian district of Cologne, the home of Podolski’s first professional club.
      A year later, his first Mangal Doner kebab shop opened in the city and now consists of around 30 branches across Germany. More

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      Man Utd legend Eric Cantona performs at London concert as he continues his international tour

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      MANCHESTER United legend Eric Cantona is on song again — this time in concert.The French footie ace, 57, known to United fans as King Eric, continued his international tour at, appropriately, Kings Place, North London.Manchester United legend Eric Cantona seen at a London concertCredit: GettyOn starting his music career, former Manchester United hero Eric Cantona said: ‘Music has always been a part of my life. I’ve always had music playing’Credit: PACantona released first single The Friends We Lost last June after retiring in 1997. On starting his music career, he said: “Music has always been a part of my life. I’ve always had music playing.“Why start today, so many years later? Simply because I lacked the time before”.He finishes his UK leg in Manchester tomorrow.READ MORE ON ERIC CANTONASome fans were recently left confused after seeing the former footie ace performing on the Michael McIntyre show.He was seen in a red cardigan while wearing a hat and glasses.Reacting to the performance on X, formerly known as Twitter, fans appeared rather confused at the sensational showing.One fan said: “Why is Eric Cantona performing on Michael McIntyre’s #BigShow? I have never been more confused!.”Most read in FootballA second said: “WHICH demented BBC Producer thought they were in their right mind putting ERIC CANTONA on stage to si-… To, erm, do whatever that was on stage on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show??”Man Utd legend Eric Cantona finally breaks silence on meaning of bizarre ‘seagulls’ rant after 30-year silence More

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      Gary Neville becomes a DJ as Man Utd legend and Dragon’s Den chief prepares for shock new job

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      GARY NEVILLE is set for a shocking career change after being named as a DJ at the Kendal Calling music festival.The Manchester United legend will be performing a set alongside The Charlatans frontman Tim Burgess.
      Gary Neville will be DJing at the Kendal Calling music festivalCredit: Splash
      He will be doing a set with The Charlatans frontman Tim BurgessCredit: Getty

      Neville, 48, has embarked on multiple ventures since retiring from playing, including punditry, opening hotels and most recently appearing on Dragons Den.
      He will now be trying his hand on the decks as he will be performing at Kendal Calling in August.
      Burgess has revealed he can’t wait to perform with Neville.
      He said: “I’m very excited about the prospect of DJing with Gary – he’s got great taste in music.
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      “The last time we shared a stage was when he joined The Charlatans on guitar.
      “Can’t promise we’ll be doing any songs together but there might be an impromptu singalong at some point.”
      The festival will also feature star names such as Paolo Nutini, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds and The Streets.
      The dates of the Lake District event have been confirmed for the first weekend of August between the 1st and the 4th.
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      Fans have reacted to the news on social media.
      One posted: “Gary Neville is doing a DJ set, take my money.”
      A second commented: “Gary Neville and Tim Burgess DJ set is the highlight.”
      A third wrote: “Is that a Gary Neville DJ set I can see there?”
      A fourth joked: “If the Gary Neville DJ set is just all his ‘Ooooohhh’s’ set to some house, I will be there.”
      A fifth said: “Gary Neville DJ set? I’m there.”
      Another added: “Never thought we’d see a Gary Neville DJ set at a festival.”
      Neville has previously shown off his musical talent, playing guitar with The Charlatans in front of 150 fans at his Hotel Footballin Manchester in 2015.
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      Man Utd legend Eric Cantona completes latest career change as he announces release of debut album ahead of sell-out tour

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      ERIC CANTONA has rocked the world once again after announcing the release of his debut album – ahead of his sell-out tour.The 57-year-old announced his switch to the world of music in June and his EP ‘I’ll Make My Own Heaven’ is set to be released on October 20th.
      Eric Cantona has announced the release of his debut albumCredit: Splash
      Cantona’s new album ‘I’ll Make My Own Heaven’ will be released on October 20thCredit: Decca Records
      The former Manchester United legend released his first single in JuneCredit: Getty
      It includes songs in English and French called The Friends We Lost, Tu Me Diras, I’ll Make My Own Heaven and Je Veux.
      The Manchester United legend has already faced the music during his playing career for Kung Fu-kicking an opposing fan and criticising France’s national coach.
      But Cantona turned his hand to theatre, movies and painting professionally after hanging up his boots in 1997.
      He has now composed a number of songs and will start his tour later this month.
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      The former forward will embark on a five-date tour in Manchester, London and Dublin.
      Describing his love for music writing, Cantona said: “Writing is a way for me to exist, as only my existence can result in writing this way.
      “Why start today, so many years later? Simply because I had lacked the time before.
      “During lockdown, I finally managed to give the guitar a serious go, and even though I’m still a poor guitarist, I felt confident enough to whip a few songs into shape.
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      “I’ll be starting in Manchester, because it’s a city that has stayed with me so much. For the football of course, but also the general atmosphere.”
      The upcoming tour will not be a one-off as the Man Utd icon hopes a “modest piano and cello” will play with him next year.
      Cantona first made his name with Leeds before joining United for £1million in 1992.
      He went on to win four Premier League titles and two FA Cups during his five turbulent years at Old Trafford. More