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      Conor Benn’s wife Victoria reveals horror after thief breaks in while she was at home with baby son

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      BOXER Conor Benn’s wife has spoken of her terror after an intruder broke in while she was at home with their toddler.Victoria Benn was home alone with her two-year-old son Eli when she went to investigate a noise and saw a man stood on the stairs.
      Victoria told how her home was broken into while alone with son EliCredit: INSTAGRAM/CONOR BENN
      Boxer husband Conor was out of the house at the timeCredit: Getty
      The mum, married to welterweight champ Conor, said the robber left empty-handed and thankfully neither she or Eli were hurt.
      Describing the horror on her YouTube channel, Victoria said she was eating her dinner on Sunday evening when she heard a noise.
      The mum added: “I thought ‘There’s no way that could have been a breeze’.
      “I walked out to the hallway and I found a man on the stairs, it was probably the most scariest thing that has ever happened to me.”
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      Victoria explained she “lost it” after finding the intruder and began “screaming and swearing at him”.
      The mum said: “I cannot explain the feeling that took over me, it makes me want to be sick.
      “When you’re going towards that noise and then seeing someone in your house.”
      She said her phone was charging in the bedroom so she couldn’t get help straightaway as she did not want to leave Eli alone.
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      Eventually she managed to raise the alarm with her neighbours and the man left without taking anything.
      Victoria believes the thief was watching the house as Conor – son of ring legend Nigel Benn – had left 30 minutes before he broke in.
      She has slammed the “disgusting” robber for their “audacity” at targeting her while she was home alone.
      But she thanked Essex Police for their help since the break-in and confirmed there is now extra security at their home.
      Victoria added: “How horrible it is to know your house broken into. When I’m now home alone without Conor it’s not a nice feeling at all and it made me feel very vulnerable.
      “Now I have that fear when I’m home alone with Eli that anything can happen. To go through that was honestly the most scariest moment of my life.”
      It comes after Conor revealed this month he wanted to kill himself after being accused of taking a banned testosterone-boosting drug
      The boxer told Piers Morgan that he suffered night terrors and panic attacks in the wake of the drugs tests last autumn.
      And in Piers Morgan Uncensored, Benn also revealed he wants to sue British boxing’s governing body for loss of earnings and damage to his reputation.
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      Victoria said she confronted the robber after hearing a noiseCredit: PA
      She said he left empty-handedCredit: INSTAGRAM/CONOR BENN
      Benn has been accused of taking banned drugsCredit: Getty More

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      I presented Soccer AM and got given away as a prize… I had to spend a day hoovering some bloke’s house in Preston

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      IT will be tough to fill the vacuum when Soccer AM goes off air in may.But long-running star Rocket might just know how – as he once once had to hoover a stranger’s house after show chiefs gave him away as a prize.
      Rocket has seen the lot on the popular Sky Sports football show
      Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy were the show’s most iconic presentersCredit: Rex
      Rocket, aka James Long, has revealed his most amazing experiences on the Saturday morning football show, having worked on it until 2017, for 19 of its 28 years.
      Sky Sports plan to blow the final whistle on the light-hearted programme on May 27.
      Rocket’s highs include bringing Christmas joy to the families of troops in Afghanistan and hope to street kids in Kenya.
      But he had to dust himself down following a more unusual role.
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      He said: “I got given away as a prize when I got sent to Preston.
      “Some guy won me on the show and I had to hoover his house and clean his curtains.”
      Having joined for work experience aged 15, he became a runner for the show before emerging as a fixture in front of the camera.
      He added: “There were so many cool things that I managed to do with my time there.
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      “But the one thing that really stood out  is when we went to Afghanistan we got videos of the troops doing Christmas messages to loved ones.
      “We must have shot about 30 or 40 video messages of all these troops because they weren’t going to see their families. 
      “It must have run for about seven minutes at the end of one show and even now I get choked up because it was so powerful and emotional.
      “I just remember the difference it would have made to kids watching the show to see their dad saying, ‘Merry Christmas’.
      “That’s one thing that really sticks out for me – the good that Soccer AM did, the difference that it made.
      “It was one of those moments where you felt proud to be a part of that.”
      Mainly it was lighter moments – “I got to play the first match at the new Wembley Stadium, turn Stoke’s Christmas lights on”.
      But it’s the life-changing events that stir him the most.
      Rocket said: “Going over to Kenya and giving out the football shirts that all the children sent into the street children, helping them get off glue because they were all addicted to sniffing glue.
      “It was like a way of getting them into work. We would reward them for tasks around the area, maintaining pitches, maintaining nets, and they would come and play every day.
      “They would get fed milk and bread and they would get medical care if they had cuts and stuff.
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      “It was a way of making them feel like a normal kid because out there they were seen as like pests, a nuisance, by the police.
      “This was an amazing experience, a real kind of sad experience for me just to see how tough these kids had it. That was a real eye-opener.” More

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      Luxury housing development backed by ex-Premier League star covered in piles of rubble after three-year war with council

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      A LUXURY housing development backed by a former Premier League star is bogged down in a three-year planning fiasco with mounds of rubble and broken fences. Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler is an ambassador for the scheme to build 300 new homes on the edge of Liverpool city centre.
      Elatus Developments have said that they are still committed to the scheme on the edge of Liverpool city centreCredit: CHRIS NEILL
      The scheme was set to be delivered in 2021 but nothing has been built so farCredit: CHRIS NEILL
      Mounds of rubble inside the scheme where the developer hopes to build 300 new homesCredit: CHRIS NEILL
      Collapsed hoardings at the site on the corner of St Anne Street on the edge of Liverpool city centreCredit: CHRIS NEILL
      Robbie Fowler appears inside a corporate brochure promoting the property schemeCredit: Elatus Developments
      But after years of delay the homes have not been built.
      Pictures show collapsed hoardings and mounds of rubble at the site on St Anne Street.
      Photographs of smiling ex-England international Fowler holding a football initially surrounded the site.
      Elatus Developments, owned by Liverpool businessman Robert Taylor, initially hoped to deliver the scheme in autumn 2021.
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      A glossy sales brochure promoting the posh development set a new completion date of spring this year.
      Elatus has been working with the council over recent years to try and conform to the city’s planning policies.
      Councillor Steve Radford, who has spoken out about planning issues in the city, said: “I have been advised that the scheme is held up in planning.”
      A spokesman for Elatus Developments said: “We are still committed to delivering this scheme.
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      “Unfortunately the planning process has been complex and we have had to work to conform to the council’s Local Plan.
      “But we are still hopeful that an agreement can be reached and that we can start work as soon as possible.”
      Track Capital, who are marketing the scheme, have said in a sales document that block B has been ‘sold out.’
      A spokesman for Elatus said that ‘reservation fees’ had been accepted but that buyers had not been asked for deposits.
      The spokesman said that Elatus has been negotiating with the local authority on the inclusion of affordable housing within the scheme.
      Prices start at around £90,000 for a studio and go up to £190,000 for a two bedroom apartment.
      Buyers will pay around £15,000 for a parking space facility.
      The sales brochure includes a quote from Fowler, who scored 183 goals for Liverpool and was nicknamed ‘God’ by adoring Reds’ fans.
      It reads: “I’m delighted to announce that I have teamed up with Elatus Development Group to develop St Anne’s Gardens, a prime residential development in Liverpool, offering a range of spacious studios, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, all currently below market value.
      “The aim is to build out numerous developments throughout Liverpool over the next couple of years, with St Anne’s Gardens being the first.
      “I have always had a passion for property development and to be part of a big project like this is not only great for my personal ambition but will be great for the Liverpool region.
      “St. Anne’s Gardens presents an ideal opportunity for both residential and buy-to-let investors. The apartments offer the highest quality and affordability and are conveniently located just minutes from Liverpool city centre and Anfield Stadium.”
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      Images of Fowler which initially surrounded the site have now been taken down.
      The Sun approached Mr Fowler for comment.
      Fowler scored 183 goals for Liverpool and became a cult figure amongst fans during his playing careerCredit: PA:Press Association
      Images of Fowler which initially surrounded the site have now been taken downCredit: AP:Associated Press More

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      Thugs linked to raid at Man Utd star Victor Lindelof’s home while his terrified wife and kids were inside are jailed

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      A GANG of car thieves have been linked to a terrifying raid at Victor Lindelof’s home while he was playing for Man Utd.The centre-back’s wife Maja previously revealed how she was forced to lock herself in a room with her two children as the thugs broke in.
      Victor Lindelof and wife Maja were targeted by thievesCredit: Getty
      Lindelof, 28, was playing for Utd against Brentford at the time of the burglary on January 19 last year.
      Declan McClusky, Alan McCabe, Kade McEwan and Christopher Ward have now been jailed for their part in a conspiracy to burgle homes in a three-month rampage.
      Manchester Crown Court heard the burglars at Lindelof’s home in Trafford left empty-handed after they were “interrupted”.
      But police found a white Nissan Qashqai linked to the raid, which ad earlier been stolen from a nearby property.
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      Fingerprints found on the seized motor were identified to McCluskey.
      Police later linked the gang to 13 incidents where cars – including Audis and Porsches – were stolen from car parks and driveways acrpss Manchester.
      These vehicles would then be used in other burglaries as the thugs terrorised victims across the city.
      Hugh Mckee, prosecuting, said: “McCluskey and McCabe, the Crown says, are part of a long-running operation to burgle houses and steal cars.
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      “Jewellery was taken on at least two occasions that we know of.”
      Maja previously opened up about the raid on the family home in a harrowing Instagram post.
      She wrote: “During Victor’s game this Wednesday night we had a break-in at our house in Manchester.
      “I was home alone with both the kids but we managed to hide and lock ourselves in a room before they entered our house.
      “We are okay under the circumstances, but it was obviously a very traumatic and scary moment for both me and my little kids.
      “We are now in Sweden and are spending some time off with our families. Love, Maja.”
      Ralf Rangnick, then-interim manager, said at the time the Sweden international told him he did not want to leave his wife and children at home alone.
      McClusky, 20, was caged for thee years and four months after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary, driving whilst disqualified and without insurance.
      McCabe, 19, was jailed for three years and 11 months and McEwan, 20, was sentenced to one year and 20 months after after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary.
      While Ward, 20, was jailed for two years and eight months after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary, dangerous driving, driving without insurance, possession of a bladed article and possession of cannabis.
      Detective Constable Chris Bromley from GMP Serious Organised Crime Group said: “This group were prolific thieves, and these were really intrusive crimes where they would often break into people’s homes and steal the cars from their drives, leaving people unable to get to work or take their children to school.
      “These men had no regard for public safety with their behaviour and reckless driving, and I hope this incident demonstrates that no matter how organised a gang may think they are, we will use all the experience and resources available to available to put these individuals behind bars.”
      Maja previously spoke of her terror at the burglaryCredit: Instagram / @majanilssonlindelof
      She had to hide with their two children as thugs raided her home
      Lindelof was away playing for Utd at the timeCredit: Getty
      The couple wed in 2018
      McClusky’s fingerprints were found on a car linked to the burglaryCredit: GMP
      McCabe was jailed for three years and 11 monthsCredit: GMP
      McEwan admitted conspiracy to commit burglaryCredit: GMP
      Ward was jailed for two years and eight monthsCredit: GMP
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      Liverpool star Mohamed Salah’s villa burgled in Cairo as his nephew discovers house ransacked after spotting open window

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      LIVERPOOL star Mohamed Salah’s villa has reportedly been burgled as his nephew discovered the property ransacked.Egyptian daily newspaper Al-Ahram reported the break-in at £350,000-a-week winger’s home in Cairo.

      It was reported that the burglary was noticed when Salah’s nephew was passing the property in the Egyptian capital. More

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      Inside Gary Lineker’s stylish home with plush velvet sofas, stunning art and cute dog amid Match Of The Day suspension

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      MATCH Of The Day anchor Gary Lineker’s stylish home life at his £4million Surrey mansion has been revealed following his suspension by the BBC.The broadcaster temporarily pulled sports pundit Gary, 62, from his Match Of The Day hosting role on Friday after he sparked a major backlash when he took to Twitter to hit out at the Government’s Illegal Migration Bill.
      Gary Lineker’s stylish home life has been revealed following his Match Of The Day suspensionCredit: Instagram
      The Match Of The Day anchor, 62, has been suspended from his BBC show role after comments made about the Government’s illegal migration billCredit: Alamy
      Back on home turf, Gary is a fan of modern artworkCredit: Instagram
      Since then, a host of his colleagues including s Alan Shearer and Ian Wright revealed they were refusing to star on the sporting show.
      This prompted similar reactions from the BBC Football Focus team, which is today being scrapped – and replaced with fan-favourite series Bargain Hunt.
      The former England star’s home life came under the spotlight back in 2020 when he invited a refugee to live in one of the five bedrooms of his mansion.
      Yet his Instagram page gives a glimpse into the cozy pad, adorned with trendy touches.
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      One image sees Gary preparing for a Zoom call while perched on a turquoise-coloured sofa, accentuated with mustard-shade cushions.
      Behind him a piece of modern art sits on the wall, featuring speckles of gold, grey and blue and positioned next to a gold lamp.
      In another room adorned with football shirts on the wall, Gary’s rescue dog Filbert – who he welcomed into the fold last year – can be seen fast asleep on a red sofa.
      Meanwhile, in a separate living space, a similar piece of brush-stroke art painted on canvas fills the wall.
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      It sits above a chic white marble cabinet, with coffee table books seen perched on the side.
      Another space – which the pundit appears to use for family gathering – has a classic touch with exposed wooden floorboards.
      There’s a red and white rug thrown over the floor while a huge glass light fitting adds a modern edge.
      The walls are painted a fresh green which allows the room to flow easily through the patio door to the garden outside.
      Gary is often seen celebrating his son’s birthday’s in the space, as well as playing host to his pals in his garden, which boasts a wooden dining table.
      Meanwhile, Gary, who has fronted MOTD since 1999, has been suspended from his presenting duties after previously saying he would face no disciplinary action.
      A BBC statement said: “The BBC has been in extensive discussions with Gary and his team in recent days. We have said that we consider his recent social media activity to be a breach of our guidelines.
      “The BBC has decided that he will step back from presenting Match of the Day until we’ve got an agreed and clear position on his use of social media.
      “When it comes to leading our football and sports coverage, Gary is second to none.
      “We have never said that Gary should be an opinion free zone, or that he can’t have a view on issues that matter to him, but we have said that he should keep well away from taking sides on party political issues or political controversies.”
      A spokesperson added that the Beeb considered Gary’s “recent social media activity to be a breach of our guidelines” and that he should “keep well away from taking sides on party political issues or political controversies”.
      The row ignited after Gary tweeted in reference to the Government’s new immigration bill, saying: “Good heavens, this is beyond awful.”
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      Responding to another user who described him as “out of order”, he added: “We take far fewer refugees than other major European countries.
      “This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the ’30s, and I’m out of order?”
      Gary’s rescue dog Filbert – who arrived into the family last year – clearly enjoys relaxing on his red sofaCredit: Instagram
      The pundit has given a glimpse into his home on InstagramCredit: Instagram
      There’s an outdoor space perfect for entertainingCredit: Instagram
      A casual socialising space features exposed wooden flooringCredit: Instagram More

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      I wanted to buy a house at Man Utd but Sir Alex Ferguson wouldn’t let me until I took three months of cooking lessons

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON was known for being very particular with his managerial approach, even when it came to matters off-pitch. In the early 2000s, Daniel Nardiello was coming through the ranks at Manchester United and soon wanted to get himself on the property ladder.
      Sir Alex Ferguson pursued high attention to detail on and off the pitchCredit: Getty
      Even including when it came to players buying a houseCredit: Getty
      However, Ferguson’s iron fist at Old Trafford meant Nardiello would first need to obtain permission.
      And when he asked the boss whether he could buy a house, Ferguson denied his request until he had taken some cooking lessons.
      Speaking to the Daily Star, Nardiello explained: “I had my first three years at United, I’d done quite well in the youth teams and reserve level and Sir Alex offered me a three-year contract, which I was obviously going to take.
      “But with the new contract and my time at the digs coming to an end, I wanted to buy my own property, my own house to live in.
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      “But youth players need to have permission, so I had to knock on the door to ask if I can buy my own property.
      “He was like ‘No, I’m not letting you buy your own property unless you’ve had three months of cooking lessons with the chef at Carrington’.
      “So for three months, a couple of times a week, I was out cooking all the food for the first team players. I was in a bit earlier than I would normally be to help the chef.
      “Once the three months were up, I knocked on the gaffer’s door again and he allowed me to pursue buying a home and moving in to my own house.
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      Daniel Nardiello in action for UnitedCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      “But it goes to show the level of detail he went into.”
      Nardiello would only go on to make four appearances for the Red Devils, one of which came in the Champions League, before leaving the club permanently in 2004.
      The now-retired 40-year-old added: “He wanted to make sure the club was run properly from top to bottom, wanted to look after his players, making sure they had the best start.
      “I’m not a good cook now though. My wife doesn’t want my cooking, it’s once in a blue moon I cook, but it did give me a good grounding.” More

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      Inside Rangers hero’s £1.3million home as mansion with cinema, gym, spa and grand piano goes up for sale

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      FORMER Rangers star Peter Lovenkrands is looking to score in the property market after putting his £1.3m mansion up for sale.The one-time Ibrox striker, 43, has put the luxury home in Thorntonhall, Lanarkshire, on the market in the hope of finding a wealthy buyer.
      The house has plenty of touchesCredit: Savills/Pressteam Scotland
      Photo shows the luxury home owned by ex-Rangers star Peter LovenkrandsCredit: Savills/Pressteam Scotland
      Peter Lovenkrands celebrates scoring a famous goal against VillarrealCredit: PA:Press Association
      The property, described as an Aladdin’s cave, is protected by security gates and features a cinema, gym and spa while a grand piano takes centre stage in the drawing room.
      It also comes with landscaped gardens, a triple garage, five bedrooms and four bathrooms.
      Photos from inside the property reveal a number of football strips including from Rangers and Manchester Utd while a statue of a basketball player can be seen in the bar area.
      Lovenkrands previously put the three-storey pad up for sale at offers over £1.2million in 2013 while playing for Birmingham City.

      However he later removed it when he moved back to Scotland after retiring from the game.
      But the Danish footballer is now looking to bag a home win by selling the property with a starting price of £1.3m.
      Cameron Ewer, property agent at Savills, said: “It is like Aladdin’s cave.
      “Deceptively large and full of hidden qualities. It really is a house that has to be seen to be understood.”
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      A sales brochure added: “This is a seriously impressive property with exceptionally high quality finishes throughout.
      There’s a gaming table filled with chips along with plenty of sports memorabilia
      The home contains a CINEMA
      The property has its own spa
      The luxury home owned by ex-Rangers star Peter Lovenkrands in leafy ThorntonhallCredit: Savills/Pressteam Scotland
      “This property benefits from a new boiler and energy-efficient heating system, double glazing, electric security gates, monitored alarm and a CCTV system.
      “The innovative and striking exterior is mirrored inside by bold lines and an incredible sense of space along with multiple windows bringing superb levels of natural light into the house.”
      In 2016, Lovenkrands won a fight to stop a house being built next door after arguing it would ruin his privacy and spoil his views.
      Lovenkrands played for Rangers for six years before leaving in 2006 having scored 37 goals in 129 appearances for the Ibrox side.
      He has also had spells at Schalke and Newcastle before retiring in 2014.
      The former internationalist managed Danish side Fremad Amager before leaving last year.
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