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      Nike awkwardly delete social media post after accidentally leaking Chelsea’s new kit early

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      NIKE had to swiftly delete a social media post after appearing to leak Chelsea’s new home kit for the 2025-26 season.The Blues are yet to officially announce what their new strip will look like for next season, but fans caught a quick glimpse of what to expect thanks to Nike’s faux pas.Nike accidentally leaked Chelsea’s home kit for the upcoming seasonCredit: XThe shirt features a blue pattern and a white V-neck collarCredit: XChelsea have already teased the announcement of their new kit on Instagram, suggesting the official reveal will take place on Friday.But Nike jumped the gun when they posted a photo of the shirt alongside the caption: “Recharged in electric blue. Trimmed in brilliant white. Worn with West London pride.”The kit manufacturing Goliaths clearly realised their mistake and swiftly deleted the post soon afterwards. The new shirt keeps Chelsea’s classic blue colour with a unique pattern and a flash of white detailing on a V-neck collar.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNoticeably there is no sponsor on the shirt for next season yet as the Stamford Bridge club continue to look for a long-term front of shirt partner.The SW6 outfit announced last month that Emirati property giants Damac would be sponsoring their current kit until the end of the season after going most of the campaign without a sponsor.That partnership will also see the club work with Damac to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments in Dubai – but the property firm will still not be adorning the front of Chelsea’s shirts next season.Chelsea have not signed a long-term shirt sponsorship deal with any company since the arrival of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital in West London.Most read in FootballChelsea have partnered with Damac as their front of shirt sponsors until the end of the seasonCredit: GettyThe club will join forces with the Dubai-based property developers to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments on Dubai’s beachfrontCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeThe club are thought to be holding out for more lucrative offers when they secure a return to Champions League football – a huge lure for interested companies. Despite Nike’s best efforts to get the kit out early, Chelsea fans will have to wait for the official announcement of their new kit.Arsenal reveal new home kit for 2025/26 season with major change to badge and eye-watering priceMeanwhile, London rivals Arsenal today launched their new home kit for the upcoming campaign with kit providers adidas.The Gunners, who are expected to wear the new threads against Newcastle on Sunday, have unveiled a classy red and white shirt with an intricate detail depicting the font used in the club’s old Victoria Concordia Crescit badge from the 1900s.Arsenal have announced their home kit for the 2025-26 seasonCredit: Arsenal FC More

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      Ruben Amorim admits his job will be easier if Man Utd DON’T beat Tottenham in the Europa League final

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      RUBEN AMORIM has bizarrely declared that his job would be easier if Manchester United LOST the Europa League final against Tottenham.The Red Devils have endured their worst-ever Premier League season and face not even making 40 points in the league if they lose to Chelsea and Aston Villa in their final two games.Ruben Amorim has suggested his job would become easier if Man Utd lost the Europa League finalCredit: GettyMan Utd take on Spurs in the Bilbao final on May 21Credit: GettyDespite their horrific league form, they have put together an unbeaten campaign in the Europa League to take them to the final against Spurs in Bilbao on May 21.Winning the tournament would see Man Utd qualify for next season’s Champions League and bag at least an additional £80million in prize money.However, Amorim believes his job would be made easier if the club were to LOSE the final because it would afford him more time to train the woefully under-performing squad.The former Sporting boss explained: “That is my feeling. We need more time with the team.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We need to arrange a lot of things in Carrington that we need more time to do so we’re not thinking game by game by game. “Then we have the squad. We proved this year that we need to be a better squad if we want to win European games and then be really competitive in the Premier League. That is going to be tough.”It is going to be really bad [if United don’t win the final]. I don’t want to use that as an excuse. “It is going to be really tough and the patience of the fans and you guys [the media] next year if we don’t win it is going to be on the limit. Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”We would have to be perfect to continue with everything. I know that. So it’s not going to be better in that way.”After suffering a 17th league defeat of the season to West Ham last week, Amorim suggested he would QUIT the club if results did not improve.Ruben Amorim vows to QUIT Man Utd if horror slump continues as dejected boss identifies ‘most dangerous thing’ at clubHowever, he clarified those comments by saying: “What I am saying is that since I arrived here I am always talking about the standards and I cannot see the team having these results, especially in the Premier League, and not say anything and not take the responsibility.”It’s just that. I have a clear idea what to do. I understand the problems of the team. I am far from quitting. “What I am saying is we need to perform and, this season and in the future, we need to perform or else they will change us.”That is a normal thing. That was my feeling [after West Ham] and is still my feeling today.”Cost-cutting measures implemented since the arrival of minority owners Ineos last year have led to 450 staff being made redundant by the club.Those cuts have also seen staff perks cut, including tickets to the Europa League final.However, Amorim has personally offered to pay for 30 tickets so his staff can take their families to the showpiece final.Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clash More

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      Former Premier League Wag and DAZN star Diletta Leotta’s advert BANNED over ‘sexualised content’

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      DILETTA LEOTTA’S new TV advert has reportedly been BANNED due to “sexualised content”.The stunning DAZN host and wife of Loris Karius starred in a commercial for a new shoe for U-Power.Diletta Leotta’s new advert has been bannedCredit: YouTubeIt was banned due to it ‘sexualising the gaze of a child’Credit: YouTubeDiletta starred as a singer in the advertCredit: Shutterstock EditorialShe is usually seen hosting Serie A coverage on DAZNCredit: GettyDiletta, 33, is a regular face on TV as she appears on the broadcaster’s coverage of Serie A in her homeland of Italy.She has also appeared on radio and podcasts during her career.However, her new advert is set to be seen by fewer people in Italy.According to Corriere Della Sera, it has been banned because it is believed to “sexualise the gaze of a child”.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIn the advert, Diletta can be seen wearing a short skirt and singing on a stage in front of a young child.It also featured a number of men in awe at the new show, with one bizarrely rubbing his face.The report adds that the jury of the Advertising Self-Discipline Institute had ordered the advert to be banned.It claimed that it breached a rule that regulates the protection of children.Most read in FootballLast week, the jury ruled that it was conflicting with Article 11 of the Code that states: “Representations of behaviours or attitudes aimed at the sexualisation of children, or of subjects who appear to be such, are prohibited.”Diletta Leotta shows off new ‘Bond girl’ look as DAZN host puts on revealing display in low cut ski suitThe advert was also criticised by Italian journalist Selvaggia Lucerelli.They said: “The video opened with a shot from behind of a child under the stage where a singer was performing in a miniskirt that reached her crotch.”Then moving on to a shot of the child’s face with his gaze upwards and his mouth open in a sort of ecstasy like a vision of the Madonna.”In practice, it was the first time that a child, who in the advertisement will have a stage age of eight, saw a woman’s underwear.”I wrote about it in my Instagram stories, finding it sad to represent a minor in such an ambiguous situation to sell a pair of shoes.”However, U-Power founder Franco Uzzeni has defended the commercial as he pointed to the demand from customers.He said: “Malice is in the eye of the beholder.Read More on The Sun”But at least we know that our commercial was seen and appreciated given the sales.”A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with partner Loris Karius…Diletta Leotta and now-husband Loris Karius saw in the new year togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthdayCredit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaThe pair posed together in ‘2023’ sunglassesDiletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: GettyDiletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta and Karius in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian beauty on holiday with KariusShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta has 8.5million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe Italian works for DAZNCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More

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      Sean Dyche wants to manage MAN UTD as he gives Ruben Amorim advice and claims he’d have won more games as boss

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      SEAN DYCHE admits he would love to manage Manchester United and has given Ruben Amorim tips on how to improve results.Former Everton manager Dyche has been out of work since January after being sacked by the Toffees.Sean Dyche admits he would love to manage Man UtdCredit: RexThe former Everton boss gave some managerial tips to struggling Ruben AmorimCredit: ReutersThe no-nonsense gaffer started his career at Watford in 2011.But it was a 10-year spell at Burnley where he made his name, taking charge of 425 games at Turf Moor until 2022.Now, Dyche is hoping to return to the beautiful game with a new club over the summer.There could be several sides looking for a new manager.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Dyche admits his dream would be to link up with struggling Man Utd.The Red Devils are in the Europa League final against Tottenham, yet their Premier League campaign has been a disaster.They lie 16th in the table with just 10 wins in 36 outings.And earlier in the season United sacked Erik ten Hag for Portuguese tactician Amorim.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHe has since struggled to get a tune out of the club’s big-money flops.But Dyche has made it perfectly clear he would be willing to try his hand in the Old Trafford dugout should an unexpected change be made shortly.Ruben Amorim vows to QUIT Man Utd if horror slump continues as dejected boss identifies ‘most dangerous thing’ at clubSpeaking on the Stick to Football podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet, Dyche said: “(One job I’d take?) It was always Manchester United because of the size of the club, not because it’s Man Utd – but due to the sheer grandeur, particularly back then. “I know they are going through a tough run at the minute, but the whole worldwide feel of it. That’s a big super-powered club.”Dyche also dished out some advice to Amorim on how to improve results while claiming he would have done better in the role.Dyche added: “Amorim better win some games – pretty quick. I reckon if I went there and played my way, we’d win more games. “Just 4-4-2 – give them basic rules of principles. They have some good players. You don’t have to over teach everyone. “I’d be interested more in the longer run, if he can stick to his principals and then next season, we’re all going, ‘Fair play’ – but, he’s been there a while now so you better start bringing some wins soon.”Dyche finished by claiming he would have given ex-England boss Gareth Southgate the job over Amorim last year.Read More on The SunHe noted: “I thought the Manchester United job fitted Gareth [Southgate] really well. Coming out of the hardship of managing your country – because it is hard managing your country.“The fans and the media can drive [decisions] but sometimes you’ve got to be brave enough. Think of all the managers down the years where clubs have been brave.” More

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      Real Madrid activate Dean Huijsen’s £50million release clause with Bournemouth star, 20, on brink of transfer

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly activated the release clause in Dean Huijsen’s Bournemouth contract.The defender has impressed in his debut season in the Premier League and attracted a number of suitors.Real Madrid have activated Dean Huijsen’s release clauseCredit: GettyHe has formed a great partnership with Illya ZabarnyiCredit: AlamySunSport exclusively revealed that Real Madrid added Huijsen, 20, to their list of targets back in January.Now, the Athletic have claimed that the LaLiga giants have agreed to pay his £50million release clause.It is also suggested that Los Blancos are now working to finalise the signing.This includes talks over Huijsen’s personal terms with his representatives, who are in Madrid.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Spanish international has made 30 appearances in the Premier League for the Cherries this season.He has chipped in with three goals and has also formed a solid partnership with Illia Zabarnyi in the backline.Andoni Iraola’s side have only conceded 43 goals in the league which is the third best record.Only Liverpool and Arsenal have had more stubborn defences while Manchester City and Chelsea have also allowed 43 goals.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHuijsen joined Bournemouth last summer on a six-year contract from Serie A giants Juventus.He cost the club just £12.6m, which means they are set for a tidy profit.Bournemouth star Dean Huijsen forced to deny being stoned after ‘weird’ questionReal Madrid’s move to Huijsen will disappoint Prem sides such as Chelsea and Liverpool.The two clubs were among those interested in raiding the Vitality Stadium for its prized asset.Real Madrid had been in the market for a new centre back with the likes of Aymeric Laporte and William Saliba tipped with moves. More

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      ‘Do you want me to send you off’ – Lionel Messi reaches boiling point with referee as Inter Miami woes worsen

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      LIONEL MESSI clashed with the referee after Inter Miami failed to win yet again.The MLS side have picked up just one win in six matches after drawing 3-3 with the San Jose Earthquakes.Lionel Messi clashed with the referee after Inter Miami drew with San JoseCredit: Apple TVHe shared some words with the official and pointed at himCredit: Apple TVThe ref told Messi to walk away or he would be red cardedCredit: Apple TVMessi had one final word before the San Jose coach tried to usher him awayCredit: Apple TVMessi appeared frustrated after the final whistle and confronted ref Joe Dickerson.He pointed at the official and exchanged words with Dickerson, who reportedly said to him: “Do you want me to send you off? Walk away!”Messi did walk away but he was still unhappy so he continued gesticulating towards the referee and pointed at him again.San Jose coach Bruce Arena tried to beckon the superstar away, and he later confirmed Messi was not happy.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArena said: “Yes, yes, he was. As you know, there’s a universal language when you’re talking about referees. “He was obviously not happy. And I really wanted to make sure he wasn’t going to get a red card, and that’s why I just tried to move him out of the way. “Because for him to get a red card at the end of the game would have been ridiculous. “So I just wanted to make sure we get him out of there and he’s ready to play the next game for Miami.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSLosing Messi to suspension would be been a big blow for Miami, who are fifth in the Eastern Conference, six points off top spot.Despite their struggles, Messi has continued to shine with ten goals and three assists in 15 games.The football boot customiser who’s scoring BIG with the game’s biggest stars are | Football Fixers More

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      Jordan Henderson’s Ajax choke away title after 99th-minute equaliser – having needed just six points from five games

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      JORDAN HENDERSON is set to miss out on the Eredivisie title after Ajax suffered the ultimate choke.The Dutch giants saw victory against Groningen snatched away in the 99th-minute.Jordan Henderson could be about to miss out on the Eredivise titleCredit: GettyHis Ajax side were favourites to win the league with just five games to goCredit: Shutterstock EditorialAjax have now fallen behind PSV, ahead of the final game of the seasonCredit: GettyPSV are now the favourites to win the Dutch league titleCredit: Shutterstock EditorialAjax had taken the lead through Anton Gaaei but were pegged back by Thom van Bergen in the second half.Former Manchester United and Burnley striker Wout Weghorst would have thought his 68th-minute goal was going to be enough for a vital three points.But it was the ten men of the hosts that struck the heartbreaking goal through Thijmen Blokzijl in the dying seconds of added time.The result sees Ajax fall to second place and one point behind title rivals PSV.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHenderson and co were the favourites for their 37th title with just five games left of the season.Ajax needed to pick up just six points to be confirmed as league champions.However, they have stumbled to defeats against Utrecht and NEC as well as a draw with NEC and Groningen before the final game of the season.Peter Bosz’s side took full advantage of Ajax’s slips to eradicate the nine-point gap, having won their previous six matches.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThis means that with one game to go, the title is PSV’s to throw away.PSV face 11th-placed Sparta Rotterdam while Ajax will take on FC Twente.Furious Jordan Henderson goes off at journalist after being grilled over ‘wanting Monaco transfer’Ajax now need PSV to slip up in their final game of the seasonCredit: Shutterstock EditorialAjax will have to win and hope PSV slip up as their goal difference is significantly worse.After Blokzijl’s last-gasp goal fans on social media were left stunned by Ajax’s drop off.One posted: “How does Ajax give away a 9-point lead in 4 games? I have no words for it.”A second wrote: “Ajax have bottled it what is happening in the Netherlands.”A third commented: “In rap battles, we call that choking.”A fourth said: “How did Ajax bottle the league title?”Another added: “As a fan, my head would be on Pluto until the last games bc HOW?”Henderson is yet to win a trophy with AjaxCredit: GettyFrancesco Farioli has issued a defiant call ahead of the final game of the seasonCredit: GettyThe probabilities have changed drasticallyCredit: OptaFootage was captured from the PSV game of the club’s supporters and coaches waiting to hear the result of the Ajax match.Many appeared stressed and expecting the Amsterdam-based club to win but were quickly overjoyed when the late goal went in.PSV were beaten by Ajax 2-0 on March 30, which left the now favourites with just a one per cent chance of winning the league.Before last night’s drama, Opta could barely split the two sides, with Ajax being given a 50.1 per cent chance of landing the title.Whereas PSV were ranked with a 49.9 per cent chance of toppling Ajax.After the games, this has shifted dramatically in PSV’s favour who now have an 81.2 per cent chance of being named champions.However, the race is not fully over as Ajax manager Francesco Farioli issued a rallying call.He said: “It’s never easy to speak after conceding a last-minute equaliser.”It’s not over yet. We’ve got one more match to play: let’s go.”We gave it our all, but unfortunately, it wasn’t enough. Still, football teaches us that anything can happen.”Read More on The SunHenderson, 34, joined Ajax back in January 2024 after leaving Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq.He has been given the captain’s armband but is yet to lift a trophy with the club.How the tables have turnedHere is how Ajax’s horrific form has changed the table…Eredivisie table on April 27:1. Ajax – 74 pts (+40 GD)2. PSV – 67 pts (+55 GD)Eredivisie table on May 15:1. PSV – 76 pts (+62 GD)2. Ajax – 75 pts (+33 GD) More

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      EFL club set to SACK third manager in 12 months while former boss is flying high in Europe

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      HULL CITY are set to sack their third manager in 12 months after reports suggested they would give the boot to boss Ruben Selles.Selles, 41, has been in charge of the team since December.Hull are set to sack manager Ruben Selles after narrowly avoiding relegationCredit: GettyThe club managed to avoid relegation from the Championship on goal difference after a 1-1 draw at Portsmouth on the final day.But following their narrow survival, club chiefs have opted to go into next season with new leadership as first-team coach Tobias Loveland and joint-assistant James Oliver-Pearce are also set to leave, according to The Telegraph.The Spanish boss, who was relegated from the Premier League with Southampton in 2022/23, won just nine of his 28 games in charge of the Tigers while drawing eight and losing 11.His imminent exit means Hull will now be looking to appoint their fourth manager in a year and the fifth under owner Acun Ilicali.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReports in Turkey suggest the businessman previously spoke to close friend and football legend Arda Turan about his future, with the ex-Barcelona star currently managing Super Lig outfit Eyupspor – although a move is not currently on the agenda.Instead, the odds on favourites for the job at this stage are former Derby manager Phillip Cocu, ex-Leicester boss Steve Cooper and Tayfun Korkut, formerly of Stuttgart and Hertha Berlin.Selles was the successor of caretaker boss Andy Dawson, who was in charge for two games following the departure of Tim Walter in November.The German was appointed into the role in July of last year and lasted just 18 games after winning a mere three times while also picking up six draws and nine defeats.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKLiam Rosenior was the last boss to last more than half a year at the MKM Stadium, departing in May last year after narrowly missing out on the play-offs.The decision to sack him came down to a difference in football philosophy, according to Ilicali, who wanted to play attacking football.Hull City captain and his teammate brother ‘in brawl on nightclub dance floor’ – as club issues statementFormerly the assistant to Wayne Rooney at Derby before he became interim manager when the ex-Manchester United star resigned in June 2022, Rosenior now manages Ligue 1 side Strasbourg.The French outfit, owned by Chelsea owner Todd Boehly as part of the BlueCo group, are in the fight to qualify for European football next season.They currently sit sixth in France’s top flight, level on points with fourth and fifth placed Nice and Lille, with Nice currently occupying a Champions League qualifying spot.The final game of the season commences this Saturday, with Strasbourg facing 16th place Le Havre while rivals Nice face top half side Brest and Lille take on 14th place Reims.Sun Sport exclusively revealed earlier this month how Hull captain Lewie Coyle, 29, was involved in a street brawl outside a pub in the city centre.A local resident, who asked not to be named, said: “It all happened yesterday at around 8pm in town in Hull in the city centre.”I was just on my way home when I saw lots of people fighting. At the time I wasn’t aware it was Lewie Coyle – I saw him being pushed by his brother.”The witness said the bus came to a stop as Rocco Coyle guided his brother across the road by putting both hands on his chest.Lewie walked backwards away from the scene to the other side of the road as two women walked with them.The source added: “The bus stopped because it was starting in the middle of the street.”They were fighting right in the middle of the road so the bus was blocked. This bus and the other side of the road were both blocked.”Read More on The SunA club statement on the incident said: “Hull City is aware of a video currently circulating on social media and has launched an investigation into the matter.”The club will refrain from making further comment until the investigation has been concluded.” More