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      ‘I thought I was going to die’ – Cristiano Ronaldo’s strict diet copied by Brazil ace but he reveals he ‘couldn’t run’

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      BRAZILIAN football star Gabriel Menino claims that he thought he was “going to die” after copying Cristiano Ronaldo’s diet.Despite now being 38, the Portuguese legend remains in incredible shape due to his eating, exercise routine and sleep and rest.
      Cristiano Ronaldo remains in top physical condition due to his strict dietCredit: Instagram @cr7cristianoronaldo
      Many athletes have tried to copy the eating and exercise habits of the 38-year-old
      As we revealed previously, Ronaldo leads the most disciplined of lifestyles but can eat up to SIX meals a day, with fish a big part of his diet.
      Swordfish, tuna and braised cod are particular favourites.
      He regards chicken as ‘magical’ due to its high protein and low fat content.
      For breakfast Ronaldo will eat egg or ham and cheese and low-fat yoghurt and if he doesn’t have it for brekkie, the now Al-Nassr forward will wolf down avocado toast for snacks during the day.
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      Lunch No1 could consist of chicken and salad, while No2 might be fish – maybe tuna with salad, eggs and olives.
      Dinner will see the ace, who was released by Manchester United in December after an explosive interview with Piers Morgan, fill his boots with meat or fish, maybe breaking them up in two separate sittings.
      Steak, swordfish or the Lisbon speciality of Bacalao a la Brasa – a mixture of braised cod, onions, thinly sliced potatoes and scrambled eggs should see him through till bedtime.
      We revealed last week how Ronaldo has raised training and nutrition standards since arriving at Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr.
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      We previously revealed what his typical daily diet consisted ofCredit: The Sun
      However, 22-year-old Palmeiras defender Menino, who was previously linked with Chelsea, has also tried to follow suit.
      But speaking to Palmeiras Cast, he revealed just how difficult it was to emulate the superstar.
      Menino revealed: “I called Mirtes, Palmeiras’ nutritionist, and asked her to make me a Cristiano Ronaldo diet. I wanted to look like Cristiano Ronaldo.
      “The diet was like this: breakfast was an egg and supplement. Pre-workout was a supplement, lunch could be grilled and salad. For breakfast it was more supplement, for dinner, again, grilled meat and salad, and before going to bed another supplement. That was it.
      “I was warming up and couldn’t take any more running. I just thought, ‘I’m going to die.’ Five minutes into the game, I couldn’t run anymore, I would need to be substituted.
      “She [Mirtes] saw from above that I was not well. She asked the masseur to bring me gel and isotonic.”
      Although Menino freely admits his struggles to stick with the strict regime, it is still paying for the veteran Ronaldo.
      He has just been named the Saudi Pro League player of the month after scoring eight goals and producing two assists in four appearances throughout February.
      He will next lead out Al-Nassr at home to Al-Batin on Friday.
      Palmeiras star Gabriel Menino felt like he ‘was going to die’ after copying the dietCredit: Getty
      Cristiano Ronaldo is still producing the goods for Al-Nassr in Saudi ArabiaCredit: AFP More

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      Football fans split over Aston Villa’s ‘glorified chips, cheese and gravy’ which costs £8.50 but looks ‘spectacular’

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      ASTON VILLA have introduced some new scran that has divided the football world.Villa Park is now serving poutine, a dish from Quebec that consists of chips and cheese curds topped with brown gravy.
      Aston Villa fans are split over the club’s new grub because of the priceCredit: AFP
      Aston Villa fans are divided over the new poutine dish that costs £8.50Credit: https://twitter.com/FootyScran/status/1627355116561920003
      Supporters who want to scoff down on the meaty meal while watching Unai Emery’s men in action are being charged £8.50.
      Some of the Premier League club’s faithful are very much on board with the “spectacular” grub despite the lofty price tag.
      One fan posted on Twitter: “Looks absolutely spectacular.”
      Another tweeted: “Needs more/larger curds but it still looks fire!”
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      A third commented: “Can confirm, top scran.”
      This fan wrote: “Most legit poutine I saw outside of the province of Quebec.”
      And another said: “Shoutout Villa, that looks on point.”
      But some fans couldn’t stomach the price for what they described as “glorified cheesy chips and gravy”.
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      And that section called for Villa to lower the “atrocious” rates.
      One fan tweeted: “Bet it tastes great but between 8.50 and 11 quid for glorified cheesy chips and gravy is terrible.”
      Another posted: “Not for £8.50. It is basic stuff.”
      A third said: “Chips n gravy, £8.50. Is he havin a laugh?”
      This fan added: “8.50 for cheesy chips. No thanks.”
      And that one tweeted: “Looks okay, but the pricing is atrocious.” More

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      Why is Erling Haaland always eating carrots? Fans in hysterics as they realise Man City star’s bizarre habit

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      WHEN you’re on the Prem summit, just ahead of Arsenal and Manchester United, surely the last thing you want to think of is a red top.But not Erling Haaland.
      Man City superstar Erling Haaland likes eating on the go, but not in the way most of us might considerCredit: Twitter
      Carrots seem to have become an integral part of Haaland’s in-car experienceCredit: Twitter
      Perhaps the Norwegian is just trying to set his young fans a healthy exampleCredit: Twitter
      Fans have noticed the Manchester City striker is a machine not just at scoring goals but also for munching carrots – even dangling them out of his mouth as he signs autographs.
      Haaland rounded off City’s return to the top of the table with a cracking finish in Wednesday’s 3-1 win at Arsenal.
      And he’s a gold-carrot performer off the pitch as well.
      The £51million Norwegian will never be short of vitamin A, judging by his knack for the healthy snack.
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      the 22-year-old was snapped with his car window down as a carrot hang from his lips while he scribbled his name for supporters.
      And in another picture he can be seen driving off with one hand on the wheel, the other on a half-eaten carrot.
      One fan dreamed: “I want to be to Erling Haaland what carrots are to him.”
      And another pondered: “Maybe the trick is to eat whole carrots to become Haaland.”
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      But in fact the orange sticks are just the tip of the ex-Borussia Dortmund hero’s incredible eating regime, designed for peak power and fitness.
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      He downs 6,000 calories a day – leading to some amazing claims from his international team-mate Josh King.
      The former Watford and Everton frontman, now with Fenerbahce, once said Haaland “eats like a bear”.
      King told Ben Foster’s ‘The Cycling GK’ podcast: “He’s just a freak. I’ve never ever seen anyone eat as much as he does.
      Haaland himself has revealed he also eats chunks of liver and heart beef from local butchers.
      He told the ‘Haaland: The big decision’ documentary: “You (other people) don’t eat this, but I am concerned with taking care of my body.
      “I think eating quality food that is as local as possible is the most important.
      “People say meat is bad for you but which? The meat you get at McDonald’s?
      “Or the local cow eating grass right over there? I eat the heart and the liver.”
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      Add in his vegetable-chewing antics, and it might not sound too tasty.
      But he’s in prime condition, with amazing stats, so perhaps the carrot-and-kick approach works best for him. More

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      Gary Lineker offers bouquets of CRISPS to lucky passers-by for Valentine’s Day

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      GARY Lineker has been helping spread the love ahead of Valentine’s Day – fronting a flower stall offering bouquets of CRISPS.Unsuspecting passers-by were treated to the sight of the football icon trying to tempt them into an arrangement for their loved ones, but rather than red roses, they were ready salted.
      Gary Lineker has been helping spread the love ahead of Valentine’s DayCredit: SWNS
      Unsuspecting passers-by were treated to the sight of the football icon trying to tempt them into an arrangementCredit: SWNS
      The former footballer and Walkers ambassador, surprised shoppers in London’s Old Spitalfields Market to celebrate the bouquets going on sale.
      The limited-edition 12-stem bouquets, made up of a dozen packs of crisps, give people more opportunities to win £100k for finding the UK’s ‘best’ heart-shaped crisp.
      The bouquets are available in three varieties – Ready Salted Red, Salted and Vinegar Green and a Cheese and Onion Blue and available to purchase until Tuesday 14th February.
      It comes after research revealed 53 per cent of 2,000 adults polled would prefer to receive their favourite snacks and crisps over cliché presents like chocolates and flowers.             
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      Gary Lineker, speaking on behalf of the brand, said: “As a lifelong advocate of crisps, this is a great way to share the love this Valentine’s Day.
      “Not only are you getting 12 packs of your favourite crisps, but you might also find the UK’s best heart shaped crisp and bag yourself £100k – what’s not to love?”
      It also emerged 72 per cent of adults believe food plays an important part within love and romance, according to the OnePoll data.
      And 70 per cent would prefer a gift that was given some thought than something that was expensive.
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      Unluckily for one in 10, they’ve bought a gift their recipient didn’t like.
      The study also found 39 per cent of those celebrating Valentine’s this year would be happy with the opportunity of potential big money winnings, by receiving a lottery ticket.
      A spokesperson from Walkers added: “Through our hunt for the best heart-shaped crisp, we wanted to bring a little joy and levity to people’s lives to start the year – and what better way to continue that into February than with the launch of the limited-edition Valentine’s Day bouquets.
      “Through these bouquets and the wider competition, we want to share some of the love that we receive as the nation’s most-loved crisps – and give people the chance to win a life-changing prize while enjoying their favourite snack.”
      Lineker handed out crisps to passers-byCredit: SWNS More