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      Nuno Espirito Santo named Premier League’s most-loved boss on Valentine’s Day.. but it’s bad news for Ange Postecoglou

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      NUNO ESPIRITO SANTO has been named the Premier League’s most-loved manager. The Portuguese coach has plenty to smile about with his Nottingham Forest side still sitting third in the table. Nuno Espirito Santo has been named the Premier League’s most-loved managerCredit: RexThomas Frank was not far behindCredit: GettyAnd according to date collected by Heart Bingo on Valentine’s Day, Nuno has the highest share of positive posts on social media. It makes him the most beloved Prem boss on social media, with a 25 per cent positivity score. Just behind on 21 per cent was Brentford’s Thomas Frank with the returning Graham Potter – at West Ham – not far off with 18 per cent. It is not so pleasant viewing for under-fire Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, though. READ MORE IN footballHe ranks near the bottom with just eight per cent of positive posts – with 35 per cent negative. But rock bottom sits Ipswich’s Kieran McKenna – who came to the English top-flight with a stellar reputation. The Prem new-boys have struggled and stand second to bottom. McKenna appears to have taken the brunt of that with just four per cent of positive social media posts. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIpswich were promoted after coming second in the Championship last season – and McKenna believes he still has a winning side. He said: “I’ve said before I know how good a lot of the work is here. ‘You’re in cuckoo land’ – Roy Keane lays into Ian Wright claiming James Maddison is Tottenham’s missing link”I know the team that we’ve been and the team that we want to be again, but I also know the challenge that we have of the jump that we’ve made and how quickly it’s been made. “The chance to go up against good Championship opposition and what that entails and the feel of that game then is a good little confidence booster, even for people in the building, on some of the work that’s going on, some of the improvement that’s being made, but it’s hard to show it against Liverpool, against Man City, against some of the toughest games you have. “And with their being fewer games in the Premier League, it’s hard to always get the validation of the improvements that are being made for a group like ours. The couple of games in the cup have been good for that.”Kieran McKenna’s Ipswich are facing Prem relegationCredit: Getty More

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      ‘I did little there but he treats me like Cristiano Ronaldo’ – Former Man Utd star reveals Sir Alex Ferguson’s class

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      FORMER Manchester United star Giuseppe Rossi has lifted the lid on Sir Alex Ferguson’s humble man-management style.Rossi will reunite with his old boss at the ex-striker’s farewell match in Italy next month.Giuseppe Rossi remains close with Sir Alex FergusonCredit: GettyThe legendary boss gave Rossi his first career debut in 2004Credit: Getty – ContributorFormer Italy international Rossi has organised a game dubbed ‘Pepito Day’ to honour his retirement next month.And Ferguson, 83, will allegedly return to the dugout for the ceremonial one-off match in Florence on March 22.Rossi revealed that Ferguson showed his eternal class by immediately agreeing to help out.The 38-year-old said: “I did little at United but he treats me like Cristiano Ronaldo, who has scored 1,000 goals.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Ferguson will be there (at his farewell match) as a coach. He was my first coach, I signed when I was 17.”I only did three years with him and played little, but he immediately said yes and this shows what kind of person he is.”Ferguson has a paternal relationship with Ronaldo, which blossomed after bringing him to the club in 2003.The five-time Ballon d’Or star previously said: “Sir Alex is like a father in football for me.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He was the main key for me to be in the position that I am, he’s an unbelievable person.”Rossi made only 14 appearances for United, with four goals before moving on to Villarreal.Roy Keane reveals emotional reaction to Man Utd exit after bust-up with Sir Alex Ferguson The striker would have successful stints in Spain and Italy, for the likes of Fiorentina before moving to MLS with Real Salt Lake.Rossi – who was born in New Jersey but raised in Italy – left America for SPAL in Italy before announcing his football retirement in 2023.His main dilemma was breaking up the prolific partnership between Ruud van Nistelrooy and Wayne Rooney at the time.Rossi – who joined United’s youth system from Parma – said Ferguson’s close relationships with players made him “unique” as a manager.He told LaLiga: “He was very unique in the way that he is able to protect his players off the field, he treats you as if you’re his own kid. “He protects you. He is someone that really cares for his players. It was a pleasure for me. It’s hard to compare Sir Alex to anyone.”The ex-Fiorentina star’s “last dance” will be at the Stadio Franchi Stadium and has been dubbed ‘Pepito Day’.READ MORE SUN STORIESLuca Toni, Antonio Cassano, Sebastien Frey, Borja Valero and Gabriel Omar Batistuta will be among the former players taking part.Meanwhile, Ferguson recently got together with United cult hero Nani while on holiday in Portugal. More

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      ‘It was absolutely illegal at Man Utd’ – Gary Neville reveals he kept second life secret from Sir Alex Ferguson

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      GARY NEVILLE has revealed how he kept his “second life” a secret from Sir Alex Ferguson during his time as a Manchester United player.Neville played 602 times between 1992 and 2011, winning eight titles and two Champions Leagues in the process.Gary Neville has opened up over his secret second life while being a Man Utd playerCredit: AFPNeville pulled out all the stops to prevent Sir Alex Ferguson from discovering his secretCredit: GettyThe right-back was also capped 85 times by England and remains a Man United legend to this day.However, Neville has now opened up on living a secret double life during his playing days.Speaking to The Times, he revealed how he would covertly study ARCHITECTURE while teammates enjoyed games of poker to pass the time travelling between games.Neville knew he had to keep things under wraps from Sir Alex, who demanded his stars gave 100 per cent focus and attention to the beautiful game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNeville ended up using his new-found skills to build a series of homes in northern Bolton, knowing Fergie’s spies mainly stuck to southern Manchester where most players were based.And the former defender would even use the name of a trustee, instead of his own, on documents to make sure he was never caught out.Neville, who ended up selling most of his 25 executive homes over the next decade without being busted, said: “I’ve still got four. My mum lives in one of them.“(Things were done) under the radar. Purely because I knew that it would be deemed a distraction.Most read in Football“For me, my football was everything. But distraction was absolutely illegal at United.“You could not be distracted by anything. At the same time, I knew that my football career would one day come to an end, and I knew I had to plan for that.”Neville now oversees a vast property empire boasting 56 businesses worth £100million.And it all started with him using his free time after training to understand the ins and outs of the trade.Neville continued: “I was going up on site every afternoon after training. I don’t know what other lads did.“But I would go on site, spend time in the design team meetings, sit on the construction meetings and make sure I was in cost meetings, bank meetings, sales meetings. I loved every aspect of it.“I used to bring the architects’ drawings with me in the bag for the plane on European trips. I wouldn’t read them before the game but you can’t sleep after, you’re wired.“I’d make sure no one was sitting next to me and then get them out and start looking at the drawings, the designs and all the things I needed to do.“For 10, 12 years, I had this almost double life. If you asked me what I know most about other than football, it would be property.” More

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      Match for Hope EXACT start time – what UK time is huge clash between KSI and iShowSpeed kicking off today?

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      MATCH FOR HOPE has returned for a second consecutive year and fans will want to know when this year’s edition is kicking off!The big charity clash is pitting superstar influencers KSI and iShowSpeed against each other in blockbuster teams which include an array of footballing legends such as Thierry Henry and Andres Iniesta.More footballing icons will be returning this yearMATCH FOR HOPE 2025 LIVEIn last year’s Match for Hope, more than $8.8 million was raised last year to support over 70,000 out-of-school children as Team Chunkz beat Team AboFlah 7-5.A standout moment of last years charity showdown was iShowSpeed taking out Kaka with a slide tackle from behind which brought out mixed reactions. Fans will be hoping for different but more iconic moments this year and it will be intriguing to see if there will be more viewership than the outstanding 22.5 million that tuned in last year and hopefully a similar amount raised in comparison to the $8.8 million of last year.KSI will be leading a team against SpeedCredit: GettyHow to watch Match For Hope and what time is kick-offKick-off is scheduled for 5pm UK time/ 8pm local today – Friday, February 14.The game will take place in Stadium 974 in QatarMatch for Hope 2025 can be watched live in Arabic on Al Kass, beIN Sports, and AboFlah’s YouTube channel, and in English on beIN Sports English and Chunkz’s YouTube channel.SunSport will also be covering all the action LIVE as it happens.Who is playing in the Match For Hope?The confirmed names are:Team KSI x AboFlah:KSI – Co-captainAboFlah – Co-captainArsene Wenger – ManagerOmar Sy – Assistant coachAndrea PirloAlessandro Del PieroThierry HenryDanny AaronsDavid VujanicAngry GingeAmine MaTueFanumSharkyBilly WingroveBehzingaMiniminterAdam WaheedM12 AlFouzanOussiFootyOssy MarwahMost read in FootballTeam Chunkz x IShowSpeed:Chunkz – Co-captainIShowSpeed – Co-captainMauricio Pochettino – ManagerTim Cahill – Assistant coachDavid SilvaAndres IniestaMubarak MustafaAJ ShabeelThogdenHarry PineroTaiyo KimuraEman SV2Samy ChaffaiManny BrownFutCrunchTobi BrownBen AzelartBashar ArabiLuva de PedreiroKing Kenny More

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      Scottish Premiership star spotted calling for his manager to be SACKED as he turns up at Glasgow Premier League darts

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      A CHEEKY Scottish Premiership star called for his manager to be SACKED when he was spotted making a surprise appearance at the Premier League darts.A number of footballers were in attendance at the bash at the OVO Hydro including St Johnstone’s former Rangers star Nicky Clark and Celtic hero Arne Engels.Zach Hemming at Celtic ParkCredit: Kenny RamsaySt Mirren’s Zach Hemmings holds up a sign which reads ‘Robbo out!!!’ at the dartsCredit: SNSBut one man who went even further than that was St Mirren goalkeeper Zach Hemming, who livened up his evening by holding a handwritten ‘Robbo Out!!’ sign at the camera.That’s a lighthearted swipe at his gaffer Stephen Robinson, who has performed miracles with the Paisley side in recent seasons. Hemming, 24, was a big part of the side which finished fifth last season, making 33 appearances on a loan spell from Middlesbrough.While he spent the first half of this season at League One side Leyton Orient, he returned to his parent club on 1 January with manager Robinson keen to make the deal permanent.Robinson said at the time: “He was very successful last season and we will be in discussions with Middlesbrough as we look at the potential of making it permanent at the end of the season.”There was no shortage of drama on the night with World Champion Luke Litter on the brink of DEFEAT at the quarter-final stage as he found himself 5-1 down to 2018 world champion Rob Cross.But the 18-year-old arrows sensation fought back to win and in the semi-final he beat Michael van Gerwen 6-2 in a rematch of their World Championship final clash.That set up another match up between world number one Humphries and number two Littler – and it was Littler who pocketed the £10,000 prize with a little help from an 170 finish.Most read in FootballLittler remarked on the standard of play in the final between him and Humphries: “It was a weird final. St Mirren fans try to rush away end vs Dundee United”We both weren’t playing well.”Now and again I look up at the screen and we’re on a 90 average. The crowd got involved.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo leads list of richest sport stars in 2024 earning £208MILLION with Tyson Fury third as top 100 named

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is on top of the world in the money list of sports stars of 2024.While many stars are hanging up their boots by the age of 40, Ronaldo has shown no indication of stopping.Cristiano Ronaldo earned the most among sports stars in 2024Credit: GettyRonaldo’s earning dwarf even the star in second place, Stephen CurryCredit: GettyTyson Fury was top of the Brits despite losing in his heavyweight title showdownCredit: GettyInstead, the Portuguese is expanding his portfolio of accolades and income options.The Al-Nassr ace earned a staggering £208million across 2024, including £172m in his Saudi Pro League contract.These figures are according to Sportico, who have named the top 100 sports stars in terms of earnings in 2024.Ronaldo’s income dwarfs his top level counterparts in other sports, including basketball, boxing, golf and American football.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNBA star Stephen Curry ranks second in the list, with a relatively modest £123m, including £80m in endorsements.Tyson Fury is the king of the Brits despite losing his heavyweight title clash with Oleksandr Usyk, with £117m earned across the year.Ronaldo’s nemesis, Lionel Messi, is second among footballers and fourth overall.The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner earned, £108m overall including £60m in endorsements.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe top five is rounded out by LeBron James, who earned £106m with £68m in endorsements.Jon Rahm is top of the golfers, earning £85m overall with £69m in earnings.Erling Haaland’s salary is only ninth biggest in football with Chelsea flop Koulibaly earning more than Man City starHe also rounds out the top 10 best-paid sports stars, with Neymar, Usyk, Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappe ranking from six through to nine.Scottie Scheffler earned marginally less than Rahm at £83m.Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott tops the list for American football stars with £80m pocketed, while Formula One world champion Max Verstappen earned £61m.Shohei Ohtani is the most well-off baseball star after earning £58m in 2024.The Premier League’s top earner for 2024 is Erling Haaland, who earned £55.6m over the year largely thanks to his £36m a year salary, although this only puts him down in 24th for the overall list.Mohamed Salah and Kevin de Bruyne are the only other Premier League stars in the top 100, earning £44m and £32m respectively.Amazingly, influencer-turned sports star Jake Paul ranks 52nd overall after earning £38m in 2024.Rory McIlroy took home a cool £62m over the year.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrits Lewis Hamilton, Anthony Joshua Tyrrell Hatton and Harry Kane also made the list.F1 star Hamilton earned £56m over the year, with AJ taking home £48m, golfer Hatton bringing in £37m and England football captain Kane bringing in £33m. More

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      Incredible behind-the-scenes look at life of a co-commentator as Joe Hart shares Champions League experience

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      JOE HART gave an incredible behind-the-scenes look at life as a co-commentator after making his Champions League gantry bow this season.The former Manchester City stopper has been working for TNT Sports ever since hanging up his gloves last summer.Joe Hart gave a glimpse into the life of a Champions League commentatorThe ace lifted the lid on the secrets of the gantryBut Hart has instead been tasked with providing co-commentary duties for another of his former sides.The 75-time England goalie has been providing analysis on Celtic’s chances in the Champions League this term.Working alongside commentator Rory Hamilton, Hart has helped deliver some crucial analysis of the Hoops’ journey to the group stage play-offs.The 37-year-old was on duty again for Wednesday’s first-leg clash with Bayern Munich at Celtic Park, which the Hoops lost 2-1.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut Hart also used the opportunity to show some behind-the-scenes glimpses of the gantry while also analysing his first season as a co-commentator.Hart showed off the several screens he gets to help break down what’s going on – including a unique one just for VAR.He then revealed an audio box that adjusts volumes in his ear-set, allowing Hart to either tune in to producers, TNT Sports’ in-house show or the loud noises of the Celtic faithful.The ace then gave a brutally honest assessment of his time in the gantry, admitting he’s still learning the ropes while loving his time as co-commentator.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHart said: “I’m new to this. There are moments when I need to shut up. I think as a co-comm, the final third, you leave that to the main man.“He’ll tell the story as it unfolds. Often, my role will be to come in on replays and give opinion on what’s happened.Joe Hart’s Match of the Day debut alongside Lineker divides fans as some confused by him ‘going on about smelling stuff’“There’s lots going on and lots to get your head around, especially with me being new.“It’s an all-round experience. I learned a lesson in the last game that I drank too much and I needed the toilet… it was a painful last 20 minutes!“I was so mentally ready to be in this sort of role. I’ve just been learning on the job.“Hopefully I’m going to get better and better and improve as we go.” More

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      How video from controversial OnlyFans star Bonnie Blue led to Everton’s sponsors giving up their licence

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      ADULT actress Bonnie Blue posted a video that led to Everton’s shirt sponsor giving up their license to operate in the UK.Gambling website Stake have removed their services from the UK after campaigners urged the culture secretary to intervene over a video seemingly using sexual content to promote gambling.Adult star Bonnie Blue posted a video that has led Everton’s front-of-shirt sponsor to give up their UK licenseCredit: instagram/@bonnie_blue_xox/Everton are sponsored by Australian bookmakers StakeCredit: AlamyA social media clip containing the Stake logo showed adult actress Bonnie Blue stood outside Nottingham Trent University claiming she was there “as promised” to “sleep with 180 barely-legal 18-year-olds”.The video has since been deleted and was never promoted by any official Stake accounts, despite featuring the Australian’s gambling company’s logo.The clip is being investigated by the Gambling Commission after campaigners from the Coalition to End Gambling Ads had shared a screenshot of the video and expressed their outrage.Stake have decided to exit Great Britain after the Gambling Commission launched its investigation.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhen approached by The Sun for comment, Stake said: “Stake has made a strategic decision in mutual agreement with TGP Europe to exit white-label agreements and focus on securing local licences through our in-house platform and operations.”Building upon our growth in key regulated markets such as our recent expansions into Italy and Brazil.”The Gambling Commission has said that Stake’s business in the UK will stop taking new registrations and will close altogether on 11 March.Blue – whose real name is Tia Billinger – is not included in the investigation and there is no suggestion of any wrongdoing on her part.Most read in FootballBonnie Blue shared a video using the Stake logo in which she claimed to plan to ‘sleep with 180 barely-legal 18-year-olds’Credit: XThe OnlyFans star recently claimed to sleep with over 1,000 men in 12 hoursCredit: instagram/@bonnie_blue_xox/Billinger has made headlines in recent months for her controversial OnlyFans content, including claims that she slept with 1,057 men in 12 hours.Stake have sponsored Everton’s shirts since the start of the 2022-23 season, penning a deal worth £10m per season with the Toffees – the highest front-of-shirt sponsorship deal in Everton’s history.Bonnie Blue speaks out after claims she ‘put 1,056 men at risk’ during sex marathon when first guy didn’t wear condom The Gambling Commission have since said it will write to Everton to warn the club of its responsibilities around their sponsorships.While the letter will also warn that “club officers will be liable to prosecution and, if convicted, face a fine, imprisonment or both” if they promote an unlicensed gambling business.The Gambling Commission is looking for assurances from the clubs that they have “carried out due diligence … and that consumers in Great Britain cannot transact with the unlicensed sites”.The BBC have reported that Everton have no plans to replace Stake as their main shirt sponsor.The Gambling Commission is also writing to two other Premier League clubs over unlicensed gambling partners.Nottingham Forest, who have a sponsorship from Kaiyun, and Leicester City, who have a deal with BC.Game, will both be contacted and warned.Premier League clubs will be unable to use bookmakers and gambling companies as their front-of-shirt sponsors from the 2026-27 season.Nottingham Forest’s front-of-shirt sponsor Kaiyun is unlicensed in the UKCredit: AlamyLeicester City’s BC.Game is also unlicensedCredit: Rex More