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      Sidemen charity match presenter Elz the Witch leaves little to imagination in bold skintight leather outfit at Wembley

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      ELZ the Witch left little to the imagination with a bold skintight outfit to present the Sidemen charity match.She is well known for her work in the gaming world and returned to the role after presenting the event twice before.Elz the Witch stunned in a red leather dressCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe wore the outfit as she hosted the Sidemen charity matchCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe has hosted the event twice beforeCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe spoke to the Sidemen team after the matchCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe also interviewed ZerkaCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchThe charity match saw the YouTube group Sidemen play the YouTube All Stars at a packed out Wembley Stadium.The latter won the match after a penalty shootout was needed to separate the teams following a 9-9 draw.But it was Elz who stole the show with her bold outfit.She rocked up to the event in a red skintight leather dress with matching boots and tights.READ MORE ON SIDEMENTo complete the look, she had a red coat that hung down to her calves.She shared a post after the match thanking the Sidemen for inviting her back.It read: “So I hosted at Wembley in front of 90,000 people.”Thank you Sidemen for having me back for a third time.Most read in Football”£4.7million raised for charity, on international women’s day.”The post was accompanied with multiple pictures of Elz in the stunning outfit.Sidemen 9 YouTube All Stars 9- iShowSpeed scores crucial penalty as AngryGinge spared of last-gasp howlerElz made her name in the gaming worldCredit: GettyShe has built an enormous following onlineCredit: GettyShe has over half a million followers on YouTube and InstagramCredit: GettyShe often wows fans with her daring looksCredit: InstagramThere were also snaps of her interviewing YouTube stars such as Mr Beast, KSI and Zerker.The post was seen by her 342k followers on the platform who flooded the comment section with praise.One posted: “Woman of the day.”A second wrote: “She was the real half time show.”A third commented: “The outfit ate so hard.”A fourth said: “The red fit is so iconic.”Another added: “You killed it as always!! Still not over the outfit.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe match also had plenty of drama as Max Fosh tried SHREDDING a yellow card he was shown by referee Mark Clattenburg.Meanwhile, Logan Paul suplexed Joe Weller in a WWE-style celebration after the first goal of the game.She hosted the match back in 2023 at the London StadiumCredit: X @elzthewitchShe looked devilish with this outfitCredit: GettyShe often stuns in cosplay outfitsCredit: GettyElz rocked a figure-hugging pink outfitCredit: GettyShe pulled off a brilliant Jessica Rabbit lookCredit: GettyShe looked glamorous at the world premiere of ‘Dune: Part Two’ at Leicester SquareCredit: Getty More

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      Neymar’s sister’s ‘cursed’ birthday strikes for the TENTH time as Brazil star misses game with ‘discomfort’

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      NEYMAR’S sister’s infamous birthday curse has struck for the TENTH time as the forward missed his first Santos match at the weekend.Rafaella Santos celebrates her big day on March 11.Neymar’s sister’s birthday curse has struck againCredit: Instagram @neymarjrInjury forced Neymar out of Santos’ match against CorinthiansCredit: ReutersRafaella Santos’ birthday is on March 11Neymar has missed a match around the date every year for ten yearsCredit: Instagram @neymarjrAnd it’s become a running joke in football that Neymar miraculously always seems to pick up and injury or suspension to coincide with festivities.There is no indication the Brazil legend does it on purpose.But Santos’ trip to Corinthians on Sunday evening marked the TENTH time in the last 11 seasons that he’s missed the game nearest Rafaella’s birthday.Neymar suffered a devastating injury blow in 2023 as he tore his ACL shortly after his massive money move to Al-Hilal and barely featured for the Saudi club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut those issues finally appeared to be behind him as Neymar featured in seven out of seven games for Santos since his emotional return to his boyhood club at the end of January.However he was unable to play in Santos’ Campeonato Paulista semi-final defeat to Corinthians.Neymar, 33, explained his absence was due to a feeling of discomfort.He wrote on Instagram: “All I wanted was to be on the field today and help my teammates in some way… but last Thursday, I felt some discomfort, which kept me from playing today. We did a test this morning, and I felt it again!Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSGames Neymar has missed on his sister’s birthday2013/14 – Neymar was an unused substitute for Barcelona on March 16 during his year at Barcelona.2014/15 – Picked up a yellow card which led to a suspension on March 8.2015/16 – Ruled out with a suspension returning on March 12.2016/17 – Unavailable for a match on March 12 due to a muscular injury.2017/18 – Neymar missed the remainder of the season from February having suffered a metatarsal fracture.2018/19 – The Brazilian star was ruled out again for the same issue as the previous year but only the whole of February and March this time.2019/20 – Surprisingly played and scored on March 11 in a 2-0 win over Dortmund in a Champions League tie.2020/21 – Missed a Ligue 1 fixture on March 13 with having sustained a muscular injury in the game prior.2022/23 – Missed PSG’s 2-1 win at Brest on March 12, after injuring his ankle ligaments in a nasty tackle following PSG’s 4-3 win over Lille. That injury ruled him out for the remainder of the season.2023/24 – Pick up an ACL injury at Al-Hilal which ruled him out2024/25 – Feeling of discomfort meant he missed Santos vs Corinthians”Unfortunately, this is part of football… It didn’t work out today, but we’ll come back even stronger to fight for our goals!”It has become a recurring theme for Neymar to be unavailable around March 11 since 2014.Neymar ‘set to buy £7million six-acre private ISLAND’ which has four spectacular villas in tropical waters off BrazilHe has missed matches due to suspension but mostly because of injury, often unnamed muscle problems.Santos coach Pedro Caixinha defended Neymar’s absence, saying: “Our commitment is to do everything within our reach to prevent Neymar from getting injured. “And some discomfort is not an injury. He wasn’t in condition to give his best. Now, we’re not going to create an issue where none exists.” More

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      ‘Why is he sliding like he’s celebrating?’ – Monaco keeper makes two shocking blunders in seconds to give away goal

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      MONACO goalkeeper Radoslaw Majecki dropped an almighty double clanger in a matter of seconds to throw away victory for his side.Monaco looked set for a 1-0 win thanks to former Liverpool star Takumi Minamino’s opener in the 17th minute away in Toulouse. Monaco were 1-0 up in the 90th minute before Aron Donnum hit a long ballMonaco goalkeeper Radoslaw Majecki clattered into his own team-mateIn his efforts to recover, Majecki came sliding in too quicklyAnd he slid all the way off the pitchCredit: Ligue 1But Toulouse goalscorer Frank Magri calmly slot homeThe Polish keeper was off the pitch when Toulouse equalised at the deathThe Japan star’s goal looked like it was going a huge way towards helping Monaco secure a top-four finish in Ligue 1.That was until disaster struck for the Polish stopper in the 91st minute.Toulouse midfielder’s Aron Donnum long ball over the top got caught between Majecki and Thilo Kehrer on the edge of the box.It bounced as Majecki stood with his arms out as if he was going to collect it before Kehrer slipped over.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe team-mates Majecki clattered into each other, before the ball snuck between them and got in behind.Toulouse striker Frank Magri capitalised on the mix-up and bided his time as the Monaco pair clambered back to their goal.But it’s what Majecki did next in rushing the recovery that has everybody talking. As Magri took control of the ball and cut inside, Majecki came rapidly sliding in on his knees and went off the pitch. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis reaction was too hasty before Magri simply held onto the ball for an extra second, before slotting home the equaliser. Majecki was only walking back onto the pitch when the ball hit the back of the net.Gianluigi Donnarumma suffers horror facial injuries after sickening tackle that could have blinded himThe devastated goalkeeper fell to his knees, with his head in his hands as Toulouse stars celebrated.One fan wrote: ” Why does he slide across as if he wanted to do a knee slide celebration?”A second said: “Where does the goalkeeper go? 🤣🤣”A third joked: “He really mastered the art of the knee slide 😂.”Another added: “The first mistake was bad enough, without sliding in like that. Shocking!”Monaco missed out on the chance to go third in the table behind Nice, while Toulouse sit 10th. More

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      Annie Kilner spotted in backseat of estranged husband Kyle Walker’s car after fresh twist in pair’s troubled marriage

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      KYLE Walker’s estranged wife Annie Kilner has been spotted in the backseat of his car.It comes after Annie, 31, who shares four sons with the AC Milan player, 34, hinted at a fresh twist in the pair’s troubled marriage.Kyle Walker with Annie in Cheshire todayCredit: ZenpixThe on-loan City defender was seen smiling and in a happy moodCredit: ZenpixWalker joined AC Milan on loan in the January transfer windowCredit: GettyWalker, who is on loan at AC Milan from Manchester City, looked in good spirits on his return to Cheshire.Casually clad for the outing, Kyle donned a plain white T-shirt with jeans and a black Celine baseball cap. He was seen smiling and giving a thumbs up as he walked around the front of his car with Annie in tow.Kyle has been dividing his time between Italy and the UK after his transfer move, heading home regularly to see his wife and their four children. Read More in FootballEngland right-back Walker, was seen partying with two women last month.The 34-year-old took them to Tocqueville 13 in Milan, one of the city’s most popular nightclubs.The former Prem ace enjoyed a £5,300 Super VIP extravagance with the pair at the star-studded establishment.Sources at the nightclub say the group partied into the early hours.Most read in FootballIt all happened just one day after his wife, Annie Kilner, and their children flew back to the UK.However, that was before we revealed a significant thawing in relations between Annie and Kyle with the couple said to be “working through their issues.”Inside Kyle Walker’s night with 2 party girls in Milan day after wife Annie flew home – & his whopping bar bill revealedA source said: “Annie was far from happy and made her feelings clear. Kyle denies anything went on and says he was asked to give the girls a lift.”He’s clearly put himself in a difficult situation given his reputation.”It’s the lack of thought for Annie and how it might look that has caused the upset.”But while Annie was said to be upset about the encounter, she hinted that she had patched things up with Kyle on the weekend in a fresh twist.Annie used her married name for the first time professionally on Saturday, despite her marital woes.The model, 31, referred to herself as Annie Walker to plug her jewellery range. Taking to her Stories, Annie modelled a dazzling diamond bracelet with a caption which read: “Demure. Founded by Annie Walker & Sophie Haynes”.Lauryn Goodman who went to court in a fight for cash with Walker – has hit out at him on social media following his night out in Milan.Commenting on an Instagram post, she wrote: “But the judge said he’s honest and reliable…”Lauryn was understood to be preparing to move abroad to Italy in recent weeks to be closer to the father of her children.But for now she is staying in England.READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, Annie and her footballer husband have called off their divorce.They still regularly see each other, although Annie does not tend to wear her wedding ring.Kyle previously hit the town with two party girls — 24 hours after wife Annie flew home to EnglandCredit: BackGridLove-rat Walker was spotted with the ladies at a hotel bar and club until around 2amCredit: BackGrid More

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      Zirkzee slammed by Koeman as ‘not good enough’ as he snubs Man Utd flop for Holland despite being ‘limited up front’

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      NETHERLANDS manager Ronald Koeman has claimed that Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is not good enough to play for the national team.Zirkzee has struggled to find his feet since joining the Red Devils in a £36.5million transfer from Bologna in July.Joshua Zirkzee is not good enough for the Dutch national team, according to Ronald KoemanCredit: GettyKoeman decided against calling up Zirkzee to the Netherlands squad despite ‘limited’ options in attackCredit: GettyIn 42 club appearances this season the 23-year-old has scored just six goals and provided two assists.His form has left many United fans and pundits disappointed – and it appears Koeman isn’t best pleased either.The Netherlands boss has decided against handing Zirkzee a call-up for the next international break later this month.He insists the striker must “earn” his place in the squad.READ MORE ON MAN UTDKoeman said: “He wasn’t in the preliminary selection because I don’t think he’s good enough at the moment.”Especially scanning when turning or passing often goes wrong.”Yes, in principle form and fitness are always leading, but that is not always possible.”We have a lot of central defenders and midfielders, but we are somewhat limited up front.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free bets”But even then, I still think that you have to earn your selection, and I think he doesn’t deserve that now, but that could be the case again in another period.”Zirkzee has represented the Dutch national team in the last three international breaks.Harry Maguire reveals he sent private message to Joshua Zirkzee after Man Utd star was cheered off vs NewcastleHowever, Memphis Depay is expected to get the call-up this time instead.Netherlands face Spain in both Nations League fixtures this month.Should they win across two legs, they will reach the semi-finals of the competition.Man Utd ratings vs Arsenal as De Ligt shows exactly why Man Utd signed him but Zirkzee is as frustrating as everIT was a performance that would have pleased Ruben Amorim but a 1-1 draw with Arsenal does little to paper over the cracks at Manchester United.On a day when the Old Trafford crowd protested the owners, the players stood up to show their remains life in a club that fans say is experiencing a “slow death”.There was a lack of clear-cut chances in the opening 45 minutes as both sides goalscoring troubles continued.A moment of magic was needed and Fernandes stepped up as he so often does.Arsenal’s wall was full of man mountains, but Fernandes found the power, dip and accuracy to beat David Raya with his free-kick – even if the wall was marched 11.2 yards back instead of the regulated ten.Mikel Arteta’s side came out swinging in the second-half with their makeshift No9 up top, and it took a brilliant effort from Declan Rice to level the scores.United were able to frustrate them and remain a threat on the counter but eventually had to settle for a point in a much-improved performance.Here is how SunSport’s Martin Blackburn rated the United performances. More

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      Incredible moment Gary Neville joins rock band on stage to play bass hours before being on Man Utd vs Arsenal comms

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville stunned fans by appearing on stage with a rock band on Saturday.Neville made a surprise appearance with the Reytons at Aviva Studios in Manchester just hours before covering United’s Premier League clash with Arsenal for Sky Sports.Gary Neville joined rock band the Reytons on stage in ManchesterCredit: https://x.com/TheReytonsThe United legend previously joked he was joining the bandCredit: https://x.com/TheReytonsThe 50-year-old joined the band on stage for their hit song, Low Life, while playing the bass guitar.His shock arrival sent the sold-out crowd of 5,000 fans wild.The Reytons then shared a clip of the performance on social media the following day.They said: “Manchester!!! Last night was unbelievable… What a way to end the tour!!Read More in Football”Thank you to every single one of you who joined us across the UK and Ireland… It’s been incredible!”Thanks to our amazing team of family and friends for all the hard work, commitment, late nights and early mornings!! From pubs to arenas… Who’d have thought it?”Is there a better community out there? I f***ing doubt it.”Fans flocked to the comments, with one person writing: “Amazing night as always. But what an unexpected treat to see @GNev2on stage. Absolute riot!”Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsAnother joked: “Why did Gary Neville sub himself off halfway through the song?!”A third said: “This just made the hairs on the back of my neck stand. Absolutely smashing it @TheReytons. Superb.”‘Absolute s***fest of management’ – Gary Neville follows Roy Keane in unleashing angriest Man Utd rant yetWhile a fourth commented: “Yep that’s me convinced we’re in the simulation Gary Neville is playing bass for the Reytons on a big night in Manchester.”Back in September, Neville offered to play bass guitar for the band when bassist Lee Holland suffered a broken arm – even though he had no experience playing the instrument.Just hours after the gig, Neville joined the Sky Sports crew at Old Trafford for Man Utd vs Arsenal in the Premier League.A second-half goal from Declan Rice cancelled out a Bruno Fernandes free kick as the teams took a point each. More

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      Man Utd legend spotted consoling Rasmus Hojlund and giving struggling striker pep talk after 14-minute cameo vs Arsenal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Peter Schmeichel was spotted consoling struggling striker Rasmus Hojlund outside Old Trafford.The under-fire forward made just a 14-minute cameo in the 1-1 draw against Arsenal. Peter Schmeichel was spotted consoling struggling striker Rasmus Hojlund outside Old TraffordCredit: XThe moment was caught by a fanCredit: XHojlund played just 14 minutes against ArsenalCredit: PAPressure is mounting on the £72million man amid reports United’s coaching staff are becoming impatient and frustrated with Hojlund’s form.But he got a pep talk from former United captain and fellow Dane Schmeichel outside the ground – sharing a hug together. Schmeichel – who won FIVE Premier League titles with United – was working as a pundit for Viaplay at the Theatre of Dreams. Bruno Fernandes gave the hosts the lead before half-time before Declan Rice levelled on 74 minutes.READ MORE ON MAN UTDJoshua Zirkzee started up front for Ruben Amorim’s side with Hojlund replacing him on 76 minutes. Hojlund managed just one shot after coming off the bench – failing to hit the target. The attacker has seven goals in 37 games this season – with only two coming in the league.Hojlund scored 16 in his debut campaign last year after being signed by Erik ten Hag for around £72m in August 2023 from Atalanta.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd United great Wayne Rooney has thrown his support the 22-year-old’s way. Rooney, 39, said on Match of The Day: “A striker for Manchester United, when you’re not scoring goals, there’s a lot of pressure, a lot of people talking about you. Amorim ‘pleased’ with Man Utd performance despite missed chances against Arsenal “Can you do it for Manchester United? I think the best thing to do is simplify it and obviously making the runs into penalty boxes is as easy as it comes – you have to make them runs.”But simplifying the game, getting the ball, laying it off, getting in the box, getting the ball out wide, getting in the penalty box, putting yourself in the best position to score goals.”Nine times out of 10 you’re relying on your team-mates to give you chances and put the ball in the box or slide balls in behind.”Maybe he hasn’t been doing that – he hasn’t been getting that service of late. But I’ve got faith in him.”I think he is a good player and he works hard. I think that’s really important as well. “I think he just needs that goal and once he gets it, they’ll all start coming.” More

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      Furious Ter Stegen issues statement after claims he is divorcing wife Daniela after she ‘cheated on Barcelona star’

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      MARC-ANDRE TER STEGEN has slammed a bombshell report which claimed he was cheated on by his wife with her personal trainer.The Barcelona goalkeeper has been married to wife Daniela Jehle for eight years, having met in 2012 before tying the knot in 2017 and having two children together.Marc-Andre ter Stegen slammed a report he has separated from his wife after allegedly finding out she cheated on himCredit: AFPTer Stegen and wife Daniela, who met in 2012 and have two children togetherCredit: InstagramThe pair announced their separation last week but Ter Stegen today denied reports of alleged cheatingCredit: InstagramHowever, the pair announced they had split up in a social media post last week.A bombshell report on Catalunya Radio from Spanish journalist Juliana Canet claimed the separation came after Ter Stegen found out his wife was cheating on him with her personal trainer.The report alleges Ter Stegen and Daniela have been living apart for two months.The German goalkeeper has reportedly been staying in the five-star Hyatt Hotel in Barcelona while she remained living in their family home.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCanet explained the 32-year-old had used the excuse of renovations being carried out on the mansion the couple had bought last summer as the reason for him staying in the hotel.El Nacional added Daniela had been working with two personal trainers at Edan Studios in Barcelona, owned by Robert Lewandowski’s wife Anna.But following the bombshell news report, Ter Stegen slammed Catalunya Radio & 3Cat Group for “distributing false news and violating personal rights”.In a statement to social media, he said: “Dear all.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free bets”I am shocked and disappointed of the poor management and lack of Leadership and Control at Catalunya Radio & 3Cat Group – distributing false news and violating personal rights.”Journalists Juliana Canet, Roger Carandell and Marta Montaner are liars that have distributed false news, offending my wife Daniela and her reputation publicly in a very bad manner.Ronaldinho scores stunning free-kick aged 44 as Barcelona legend proves he’s still got it in El Clasico Legends game “There has not been any infidelity of Daniela. No third person involved. Fact.”As communicated, Dani and I have decided to go different ways in good circumstances where we maintain trustful communication.”It is completely unacceptable that the leading government-owned media is spreading this, where Daniela being falsely accused and personally been attacked.”The damage is irreparable. Thank you. Marc.”Ter Stegen and Daniela’s statement on social media declared their joint-focus was on what was best for their children; five-year-old Ben and one-year-old Tom.The statement said: “After careful consideration, Dani and I have decided to go our separate ways.”This decision was not an easy one, as you can imagine, but we both believe it is the best step for us.”Our joint focus is on doing what is best for our children, ensuring they continue to have a loving and stable environment.”We remain committed to working together as parents and treating each other with respect and appreciation as we always have.”During this personal time, we kindly ask for your understanding and for respecting our privacy – especially that of our children.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTer Stegen has been sidelined from football since September after suffering a complete rupture of the patellar tendon in his right knee.He recently shared photos showing he is back in training and could be close to a return.Ter Stegen has been sidelined through a knee injury since SeptemberCredit: Rex More