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      What position will Olympic gold medallist and national treasure Sir Mo Farah play at UNICEF’s Soccer Aid 2024?

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      OLYMPIC hero and long-distance runner Sir Mo Farah is set to take to the pitch for the 2024 Soccer Aid match.The much-loved athlete loves his football and is a passionate Arsenal fan, as well is a regular participant in the charity game. Sir Mo is famous for the ‘Mobot’ celebrationWho is Mo Farah?Sir Mo Farah was born in Mogadishu, Somalia on March 23, 1983.He spent the early years of his childhood in neighbouring Djibouti with his twin brother.In 2022, Farah revealed in a TV documentary that his real name was NOT Mo Farah.His birth name was  actually Hussein Abdi Kahin, and he was trafficked from Djibouti to London under the name Mohamed Farah.READ MORE ON SIR MOHe barely spoke a word of English and worked as a house servant.He eventually plucked up the courage to tell his schoolteachers about his ordeal and social services intervened.He then went into the care of a Somalian woman, who posed as his aunt to save him.However he kept his adopted when he became a British citizen.MOST READ IN ATHLETICSHis father was killed in the civil war in Somaliland, and his mother has never been to Britain.Farah was identified for his athleticism at secondary school in Feltham and says he dreamed of becoming either a mechanic or an Arsenal winger.Instead he went on to become an Olympic hero, thanks to his PE teacher Alan Watkinson.In 2010, Farah married longtime girlfriend Tania in Richmond.They have four children — Farah’s stepdaughter Rhianna, twins Amani and Aisha and son Hussein Mo Farah.What are Mo Farah’s biggest achievements?Farah has four Olympic gold medals.In Rio de Janeiro 2016, he achieved the double-double by winning the 5,000m and 10,000m races, just as he had done in London 2012.He has also won gold medals at the World Championships in the 5,000m in 2011, 2013 and 2015, as well as gold in the 10,000m in 2013, 2015 and 2017.He got the silver in the 10,000 in 2011 and was runner-up in London in the 5,000 metres in 2017.Farah also won gold at the European Championship in both the 5,000 and 10,000 metre races in 2010 and 2014, after winning silver in the 5k in 2006.On August 24, 2017, Farah retired from the track and said he would focus on marathons.He has five consecutive half-marathon wins in the Great North Run from 2014-2019 and came third in the London Marathon in 2018. Sir Mo is a huge fan favouriteFarah won the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year in 2017.In October 2018, Mo won a marathon for the first time in only his third competitive race.He won in Chicago in a European record of 2 hours, 5 minutes and 11 seconds.However in November 2019, he announced his return to the track to defend his 10k title at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, but failed to qualify for the event.In September 2023, Farah retired from competition, signing off with a final appearance at the Great North Run, where he finished in fourth place. Mo was knighted in 2017 — seen here with his wife TaniaCredit: PA:Press AssociationWhat is Mo Farah’s net worth?Farah reportedly has a net worth of approximately £4million.In 2013, he was awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours list for services to athletics.He was knighted by the late Queen in the 2017 New Year Honours.What position will Sir Mo Farah play at Soccer Aid 2024?The lifelong Arsenal fan wanted to play for the Gunners as a child.He’s since trained with the first team – and even called on former boss Arsene Wenger to sign him up as the team’s fitness coach.His speed has seen him play up front in previous Soccer Aid matches – however he’s yet to get onto the score sheet.He first played in the competition in 2018 and has been a regular ever since.He is expected to play up front once again. Sir Mo Farah battles for possession with Steven Bartlett during the 2022 Soccer Aid matchWho will manage Sir Mo Farah’s football team at Soccer Aid 2024?Sir Mo will be playing for the England team alongside a star-studded line-up of former pros and top celebs.The England squad have a triple act of managers as they hope to finally land a win after a number of years of defeat.Harry Redknapp and Frank Lampard will be bringing their professional management insight to the side, while Robbie Williams will be hoping his A-list presence will inspire England to deliver.Soccer Aid line-up 2024Fans can’t wait for soccer aid to kick off on Sunday, June 9, 2024.The FULL line-up of players has been released and it is a mix of celebrities and former pro footballers.

      England:

      Frank Lampard (Co-Manager)

      Harry Redknapp (Co-Manager)

      Robbie Williams (Co-Manager)

      Jill Scott (Captain)

      Paddy McGuinness (Celebrity Goalkeeper)

      David James (Professional Goalkeeper)

      David Seaman (Goalkeeping Coach)

      Footballer Jermain Defoe

      Jack Wilshere

      Footballer Joe Cole

      Pundit Karen Carney

      Footballer Gary Cahill

      Singer Tom Grennan

      Dragons’ Den star Steven Bartlett

      Actress Erin Doherty

      Olympic hero Sir Mo Farah

      Comedian Alex Brooker

      Cricketer Stuart Broad

      Actor Bobby Brazier

      Sam Thompson

      Footballer Ellen White

      Footballer Theo Walcott

      Actor Danny Dyer

      YouTuber Miniminter
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      Mauricio Pochettino (Manager)

      Jesus Perez (Coach)

      Usain Bolt (Captain)

      Footballer Eden Hazard

      Footballer Roberto Carlos

      Actor Martin Compston

      Comedian Maisie Adam

      Presenter Roman Kemp

      Comedian Lee Mack

      Boxer and reality star Tommy Fury

      Gladiator Diamond

      Footballer Michael Essien

      Footballer Patrice Evra

      Footballer Petr Cech

      Comedian Jason Manford

      Footballer John Obi Mikel

      Footballer Kaylyn Kyle

      YouTube Theo Baker

      How to watch Soccer Aid 2024Soccer Aid hits TV screens on Sunday, June 9th 2024, with the buildup starting at 6pm.MOST READ IN THE SUNHosts Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott will be on hand to introduce the teams ahead of the kick-off at 7.30pm.Viewers can watch live on ITV1, ITVX and STV. More

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      How old is Soccer Aid 2024 manager Harry Redknapp? Meet the former Spurs coach and learn about his England team line-up

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      HARRY REDKNAPP is a national treasure thanks to his long career in football.The former Portsmouth boss is putting his manager hat back on for Soccer Aid 2024. Harry Redknapp is a former West Ham and Tottenham managerCredit: Getty – ContributorWho is Soccer Aid 2024 manager Harry Redknapp?Harry Redknapp is a former West Ham and Tottenham manager who won the FA Cup with Portsmouth in 2008.He was born on March 2, 1947, in Poplar, London.Harry made 149 appearances for West Ham and 101 for AFC Bournemouth.The former midfielder finished his career at the Seattle Sounders as a player-coach, making 24 appearances before becoming an assistant at Oxford City for Bobby Moore.Read more on Harry RedknappHarry’s coaching career spans from 1976 to 2017 when he coached Birmingham City.His first major role was at AFC Bournemouth where he was assistant manager to David Webb.He stepped up to manager in 1983 and saw the club beat Manchester United in the FA Cup.Redknapp also managed clubs including West Ham, Southampton, Tottenham, QPR and Birmingham but his most famous period as a manager was while he was at Portsmouth for his second spell.Most read in footballDuring the 2008-09 season, Redknapp helped Pompey lift the FA Cup.The run included a quarter-final win over Manchester United and in the final they beat Cardiff 1-0.Redknapp is the last English manager to win a major English trophy.Harry’s beloved team is West Ham United, which he has always supported as well as played for.Harry Redknapp makes his EastEnders’ cameo in Albert SquareWhat is Harry Redknapp’s net worth?As of 2024, Harry has a net worth of £15M.That wealth has been accumulated over the course of a lengthy career in football, both as a player and a manager, not to mention his punditry work.It is also aided by a successful property business and the ability to yield lucrative appearance fees on reality TV shows. Harry played for Bournemouth – seen here in 1972Credit: Getty – Contributor Harry has won a legion of fans thanks to his charm and witCredit: PA:Press AssociationWho is Harry Redknapp’s wife, Sandra?Redknapp is married to wife SandraThe couple tied the knot on June 30, 1968 at Barking Abbey church.Since then she has been by Harry’s side supporting him with his successful football career both on and off the pitch.Harry stated during his time in the jungle that he has never ironed his own shirt, cooked or cleaned for himself through their marriage.The former football manager revealed that he has never had a row with his better half – but has accidentally ran over her foot in the past.Does Harry Redknapp have children with Sandra?Harry and Sandra have two children together.They have Jamie Redknapp who is a former footballer turned pundit.They also have Mark who is a model.The couple’s nephew is Frank Lampard, as his late mum Patrica was Sandra’s sister. Harry married wife Sandra in 1967Where is Harry’s Redknapp’s house?Harry and his wife reside in Sandbanks, Dorset having downsized from their mansion on millionaire’s row.He has a £3.5million property, which glimpses of were offered during a ITV’s Harry Redknapp’s Sandbanks Summer.The house has an indoor pool, cinema and a balcony overlooking the sea.His property is home to his bulldogs too and he even has a small bulldog statue outside the house. Harry with his famous son Jamie RedknappCredit: InstagramWhen did Harry Redknapp go on I’m A Celebrity?In 2018, Harry won I’m A Celebrity.The King of the Jungle, who had never watched the programme before entering the camp, said: “I’m amazed I survived three weeks.”Harry said he was worried he would have nothing in common with his fellow campers when he first arrived on the show, but that they had helped him make it through.”They’ve pulled me up hills, they’ve dragged me through the water,” he joked.The former manager pocketed £500,000 for his stint on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.After winning the show he said: Harry won I’m A Celebrity back in 2018Credit: Rex FeaturesWhen did Harry Redknapp have an accident?In June 1990, Redknapp was involved in a car accident in Italy while there to watch the 1990 Fifa World Cup.When travelling at night with York City chairman Michael Sinclair and his son, Adam, and Brian Tiler – Aston Villa chairman and Bournemouth’s managing director – they were involved in a head-on collision with another car which contained three Italian soldiers.The crash killed Tiler and the three occupants of the other vehicle while Redknapp, who was covered in petrol, was pulled out of the car by Sinclair.Redknapp was presumed dead at the scene but after spending two days unconscious he was flown home in an air ambulance which was paid for by Bournemouth.He suffered a fractured skull, broken nose, cracked ribs and a gash in his left leg but made a full recovery except losing his sense of smell and gaining a facial tic.Soccer Aid line-up 2024Fans can’t wait for soccer aid to kick off on Sunday, June 9,, 2024.The FULL line-up of players has been released and it is a mix of celebrities and former pro footballers.
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      Ex-wife of Schumacher’s brother is KICKED OFF I’m A Celeb over fears she would reveal stricken Michael’s secrets

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      THE ex-wife of Michael Schumacher’s brother has been kicked out of I’m A Celebrity over fears she would reveal secrets about the F1 legend’s health.Cora Schumacher, 47, was married to Michael’s brother Ralf for almost 15 years and was dumped from the German spin-off reality show after only three days in the jungle.
      Cora Schumacher, ex-wife of Schumacher’s brother, was booted out of the German version of I’m A CelebrityCredit: RTL
      Cora was married to Ralf Schumacher, pictured right, for almost 15 yearsCredit: EPA
      TV bosses at RTL were reportedly worried Cora would reveal secrets about Michael’s health conditionCredit: PA:Press Association
      TV bosses were concerned that the OnlyFans model was too chatty and might reveal the guarded secrets about the stricken driver during a live show, German media reported.
      Any indiscretion would violate an implicit ‘gentlemen’s agreement’ between broadcaster RTL and the racing driver’s family not to pry into the driving champion’s personal life, BILD reports.
      Cora was close with Michael and his wife Corinna throughout her marriage to Ralf.
      The two women are said to still have a “respectful but not close” relationship with one another.
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      Ralf congratulated his ex-wife on joining Ich Bin Ein Star and revealed that they had often discussed her role on the reality TV show.
      He told BILD that the pair was on good terms and that he did not think she would make any revelations.
      “I think that she wants to find her own topic with the jungle camp and won’t, for example, take up our shared past. After all, it was all a long time ago,” he told the German news outlet. 
      Ich Bin Ein Star – the German version of I’m A Celeb – announced Cora’s exit on social media.
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      Producers informed that she had said the phrase to “get out of the jungle” shortly before the third live episode.
      An official statement read: “Cora suffers from a severe cough and decides that she no longer feels healthily fit for the jungle adventure. We wish her all the best!”
      Cora is said to suffer from long Covid, and was struggling to breathe due to the smoke coming off of the campfire.
      The 47-year-old, who is also a racing driver herself, sobbed as she explained her reason for leaving, saying:”‘I want to go home. I cannot stand this anymore. 
      “I can’t do this anymore with the smoke, everything is burning. I can not anymore. I want to get out of here now. Now, now, now!”
      It comes after Schumacher could be set to attend his daughter’s wedding after spending the last 10 years hidden from the public.
      The location of the wedding has finally been revealed as fans of the former F1 legend eagerly wait to see if he will turn up.
      December 29 marked a full decade since the seven-time world champion crashed while skiing in Meribel, France, later staying 250 days in a medically-induced coma.
      Since 2013, his wife Corinna has been creating a private world around Michael as he continues his recovery – including forming a tight knit group of people allowed to see the great man and those who can’t.
      Corinna has cut out certain people for a plethora or reasons including keeping the families privacy a priority and for the sake of Schuey.
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      Michael’s wife – who he described as his “guardian angel” – has done her best to keep their life private including reportedly slimming down his £500m business empire and selling prized assets such as his private jet and Norwegian home.
      She has even converted part of their £50million home into a hospital where 15 doctors and a team of masseurs give him 24-hour care and the surrounding forest and security fences kept him away from anyone not welcome.
      Cora and Michael’s wife Corinna (left) are said to are said to still have a ‘respectful but not close’ relationshipCredit: AFP
      The OnlyFans model pictured at Frankfurt Airport before heading to Australia , only to quit three live episodes inCredit: Getty
      Cora and Ralf Schumacher on their wedding dayCredit: AP:Associated Press More

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      David Haye plans surprise career change after secret dates with Helen Flanagan

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      EX-boxer David Haye is planning a range of sun lotions — ­after accusing actress Helen Flanagan of reeking of fake tan.The former world champ, 43, has been linked to Helen, 33, who was his campmate in I’m A Celebrity in 2012.
      David Haye has big plans for branded merchandise including fake tanCredit: Getty
      We can reveal he has lodged papers with the UK’s Intellectual Property Office asking to ringfence the name “Haye” for ten years. He wants to sell cosmetics and toiletries including “sunscreens and suntan oils and creams”.
      Clothes, handbags and boxing gear will also be covered under the “Haye” banner, as well as sports and fitness classes.
      Haye previously said of the former Corrie star: “Helen is a real cute little chick, a bit ditzy, but she stinks of fake tan.”
      But last month it was revealed that the boxing champ had been enjoying ‘secret dates’ with the former soap star.
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      The pair became friends when they appeared on I’m A Celebrity in 2012, but recently matched on dating app Raya and sparks have reportedly flown.
      Helen, 33, met up for dinner with former champion boxer David — who had been in a ‘throuple’ relationship with girlfriend Sian Osbourne and pop star Una Healy.
      But it is understood Helen and David, 43, went on dates alone.
      David and Helen Flanagan are believed to have enjoyed a string of datesCredit: Dan Charity – The Sun More

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      Premier League star had sex in toilets before finishing meal at my restaurant, reveals I’m A Celeb star Fred Sirieix

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      I’M A CELEBRITY… GET ME OUT OF HERE star Fred Sirieix has revealed a Premier League footballer once had sex in the toilets of his restaurant.Frenchman Sirieix, 51, is best-known for being the maitre d’ on the Channel 4 show First Dates.
      Fred Sirieix is currently one of the contestants on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of HereCredit: Rex
      He is best-known for being the maitre d’ at the First Dates restaurantCredit: Channel 4
      He recently entered the Australian jungle as part of the latest series of I’m A Celeb.
      But it was in his 2017 book “Secret Service: Lifting the Lid on the Restaurant World” that he revealed the run-in with the Premier League player.
      And while he did not name the individual, he also claimed the footballer returned to the establishment with his wife and urged Sirieix for discretion.
      He said: “I’ve had my own brushes with amorous guests. One evening a very well-known footballer came for dinner with a companion.
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      “He was a Frenchman like me, and a star in the Premier League. Halfway through the meal, he and his companion left the table and went to the loo.
      “Actually, they went to the same loo – the Ladies – and then into the same cubicle.
      “They returned about 15 minutes later and finished their meal. They had certainly worked up a healthy appetite.
      “Funnily enough the footballer had such a fabulous meal that he returned a couple of weeks later. This time he came through the doorway with his wife.
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      “She walked in first, he was behind her, and he looked at me. He raised his two index fingers to his mouth, pleading for a big shush.”
      Sirieix has already made headlines in the I’m A Celeb camp after less than one week on screen.
      A spat between the First Dates man and YouTube star Nella Rose, 26, drew much debate from viewers as she urged him to leave her alone. More

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      Carl Froch backs Tony Bellew for I’m a Celeb success but reveals why he might have a rumble in the jungle

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      CARL FROCH has backed friend Tony Bellew to thrive in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, but admits he will need to “calm down” in the jungle.Former world champion boxer Bellew, 40, is set to enter the camp on Thursday evening’s show as a latecomer despite the passing of his nan on the eve of the programme, which started on Sunday.
      Tony Bellew will swap the boxing ring for the Australian jungleCredit: Getty
      Carl Froch believes Bellew will come across well on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of HereCredit: Getty
      And legendary super-middleweight Froch, 46, who revealed earlier this year that Bellew was the only man to ever knock him down in sparring, feels he will take to the reality show like a duck to water.
      However, he was also quick to stress the Evertonian will need to control his temper.
      Speaking to AceOdds, Froch said: “I think he’ll do really well. I think he’s a good guy, Tony.
      “He stands by his principles. He says some things that I agree with. He says them in an intense way and puts himself out there.
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      “He beat my best mate David Haye and I’ve still not fell out with him because he helped me sparring for some big world title fights. I think he’ll do well. He’s a man of principle but he’s fair. He’s a nice guy.
      “He comes across as this angry guy and he’s got to calm down and that but he’s a nice guy. He’s got four kids, a loving wife, he’s a family man, and he’s a real avid Everton fan.
      “He’ll take part in the challenges. He’ll help out with the team. If anybody says anything you don’t agree with, he’ll tell them or hopefully he will unless he’s playing the game a little bit.”
      Bellew’s career-high came in 2016 when he beat Ilunga Makabu to win the WBC Cruiserweight title at Goodison Park.
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      He then upset David Haye on two occasions, overcoming the odds to stop him in 2017 before he repeated the feat the following year.
      He hung up his gloves in 2018 after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed cruiserweight crown.
      Since then, he has featured as a pundit on DAZN’s boxing coverage, as well as guest appearing on shows such as A League Of Their Own.
      And his outspoken personality looks set to make him a watchable character in the jungle.
      But while Froch heaped praise on Bellew, he also insists he has no interest in any form of TV.
      He added: “There’s some big household names in there [I’m A Celeb]. I don’t know f***ing anyone.
      “I don’t watch TV. I don’t watch any television that’s on the like legacy media, I don’t look at it.” More

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      Stunning influencer Apollonia Llewellyn reveals she wants to be on I’m A Celebrity and recreate famous shower scene

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      GORGEOUS influencer Apollonia Llewellyn wants to be on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me out of Here! to recreate the show’s famous shower scene.The Misfits Boxing beauty, 24, has amassed millions of followers on her social media channels, including on Instagram and TikTok.
      Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn has revealed she would love to star on reality TV show I’m A CelebrityCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Gorgeous Apollonia boasts millions of followers on social media
      And now she wants to make the next step and appear in the jungle.
      In the past, Amy Willerton, Jorgie Porter, Myleene Klass and more have dazzled in their bikinis on the reality TV hit.
      Now, Apollonia feels the time is right for her to showcase her talents on the ITV show.
      “I’ve managed to create a persona without having a TV show like Love Island behind me,” she told SunSport.
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      “I would love to go into TV for the right programme. Love Island is not me.
      “But I want to do something that will let me show who I am and something to do with celebrities.
      “I remember watching Amy Willerton on I’m A Celebrity and loved her.
      Myleene Klass was the first celeb to make the shower scene famous
      Helen Flanagan showed off her curves in 2012
      Melanie Sykes wowed fans with her bikini body in 2014
      Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison was also a hit with viewers
      “It used to be such a tradition to have Page 3 girls or models on there in the shower scenes, which I would love to do.”
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      Blonde Yorkshire lass Apollonia also has her eyes set on other reality TV shows, admitting she would love the opportunity to dress up in fancy garments.
      “I would love to appear on Dancing on Ice and Strictly Come Dancing too. I love looking at their outfits because they are so glitzy and glam.
      “Celebrity Big Brother would also be really cool.”
      A glimpse inside Apollonia’s lifestyle
      For Halloween Apollonia plays a glam cheerleaderCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Blonde stunner Apollonia lives a life to envyCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Apollonia is regularly travelling around the globeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Instagram favourite Apollonia is from YorkshireCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Apollonia isn’t afraid to go risque with some of her content
      Bikini brands are queuing up to have Apollonia endorse themCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Fashion queen Apollonia cracks a smile in Santorini, GreeceCredit: Instagram / @apolloniallewellyn
      On social media Apollonia is queenCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      An envious lifestyle is lapped up by Apollonia’s followersCredit: Instagram / apolloniallewellyn
      Apollonia isn’t afraid to ruffle some feathersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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      I played alongside Ruud Gullit at Chelsea but now I host Denmark’s top reality TV show

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      WHEN ex Chelsea defender Jakob Kjeldbjerg retired from football aged just 27, he had to rethink his entire career.The former Denmark international, brought to Stamford Bridge by Glenn Hoddle in 1993, suffered a career-ending knee injury that forced him into retirement just four years later.
      Jakob Kjeldbjerg is a footballer turned reality TV hostCredit: Lotta Lemche
      Kjeldbjerg turned out for Chelsea in the 1990sCredit: Getty
      He suffered a knee injury which forced him to retire in 1997Credit: Lotta Lemche
      But, as fate would have it, Jakob found his true calling.
      He’s the Ant and Dec of Danish TV, presenting TV3’s most popular reality TV show, Robinson Ekspeditionen.
      Jakob has been working on the small screen for more than twenty years, also hosting I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
      In 2018 SunSport spoke exclusively with the enigmatic television personality in the South of France to discuss his new-found fame.
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      He began by talking about the moment he was told his life in football was over.
      Kjeldbjerg said: “I remember it like it was yesterday. I was outside the London Independent Hospital with Mike Banks, the Chelsea physio.
      “We had just seen a massive hole in my knee and I was asked what I wanted to do after football.
      “Basically, they were saying that’s it. That was obviously horrible, but my nature was very much perhaps there are other opportunities in life.”
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      Kjeldbjerg is now a TV presenter in his native DenmarkCredit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg
      He was one of Glenn Hoddle’s first signings at ChelseaCredit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg
      Before he became a Blue, Kjeldbjerg toyed with the idea of becoming a solicitor to have a career to fall back on.
      He said: “Throughout my life I wanted to become a lawyer, but it never worked out.
      “In 1992 I studied law in Denmark, but a few months into my studies I got called up by the national team while I was in a lesson. I haven’t read a book since!”
      In 1997, he got his first TV break delivering punditry on Premier League football in his home country while living in West London.
      “I was lucky enough to be asked to do some football commentary for Danish TV on a Chelsea match.
      “I did that, grabbed the chance, and it went from there. It was a tough time for me, but I got a lucky break.
      “When I’ve had a crisis from time-to-time with my TV job, sometimes I think I’ve got to go back to my studies.
      “Now it’ll probably never happen. But being a lawyer was more important to me than becoming a footballer before I made it as a pro.
      Kjeldbjerg has presented Robinson EkspeditionenCredit: Lotta Lemche
      He has also worked on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!Credit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg
      “I wanted to help everybody get fair justice, including criminals.
      “It was never on my agenda to work in TV. But I started taking an interest in writing and TV when I was injured and I was fascinated by it.
      “I did interviews with Gianluca Vialli and Ruud Gullit for Danish TV. They knew me, so I didn’t have the journalist background but I had a foot inside the door.
      “They were horrible interviews for Danish TV, but I learned how to do it. I have to admit, my TV work happened because I played football.
      “My football career was fine, but I never really got enough years out of the game. It was certainly a stepping stone.”
      Kjeldbjerg’s transition from the pitch to TV has been seamless. He believes it was his destiny.
      He added: “My conclusion is that I was born to do TV, not born to be a footballer. I had some wonderful teammates and experiences, but I wasn’t made or destined to be a player.
      “My last years at Chelsea were difficult, I had issues with my body and that was maybe a sign I had to do something else.
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      “Also, being a footballer is quite narrow-minded, everything is taken care of for you. You have to perform on the pitch, if you don’t you’re off, then you don’t do anything.
      “In the end, there wasn’t enough in it for me. And we were paid peanuts in comparison to the guys today. The players today wouldn’t get out of bed for what I was paid back then!
      “Now, I make more money as a TV host, but I don’t make as much as Gary Lineker!”
      Since 2004, Kjeldbjerg has hosted Robinson Ekspeditionen, the Danish version of Survivor.
      “It’s a fascinating show and the longest running reality TV show in the world.
      “I’ve been working on it since 2004 and it’s been a fantastic trip. It’s by far the toughest show you can participate in.
      “I’ve been lucky enough to do I’m a Celebrity…, but that’s a walk in the park compared to Robinson Ekspeditionen.
      “We shoot in the Philippines for around 50 days a year. It’s a two-hour show, 27 contestants and three teams.
      Robinson Ekspeditionen is one of Denmark’s top rated TV ShowsCredit: Robinson Ekspeditionen
      It is the Danish version of SurvivorCredit: Lotta Lemche
      “It’s much harder to win the show than before when we had just 16 contestants.
      “We try and prepare these contestants for the worst, psychology tests and the rest. But they always get a shock.”
      Like Simon Cowell, Kjeldbjerg has developed a reputation as a tough customer. And he’s been very much part of the show’s most controversial moments.
      “We had some crazy gimics from 2007-2011, including a Guantanamo concept where I asked the contestants to run around naked.
      “I have this profile that I can be a tough guy, so they did it! But now we’ve gone back to basics and it’s still rating extremely well.”
      He added: “Robinson Ekspeditionen is under my skin, it’s been life-changing for me.”
      Kjeldbjerg admitted he would love to give British TV a shot.
      He said: “I could see myself working on British TV, that would definitely be a great challenge.
      “I am a character doing what I do, so who knows? If my company here would allow me to, I’d love to do a stint in the UK.
      “I could take over from Ant! But in truth, they were both much better than me at hosting I’m a Celeb…”
      Kjeldbjerg with wife ChristineCredit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg
      Kjeldbjerg admitted his new life has come with challengesCredit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg
      Presenting Denmark’s most popular reality TV show has meant that Kjeldbjerg’s fame has hit new heights.
      He confessed that it’s not something he’s totally comfortable with.
      “I like my privacy, but when I walk in Copenhagen I’m often approached by fans because it’s a high-profile TV show.
      “Families recognise me from Robinson Ekspeditionen and guys remember me from my football days. It’s not something I ever dreamed about, but it’s part of the deal.”
      Kjeldbjerg was signed by the Blues for £485,000, just a year after winning the Danish under-21 Player of the Year. He remembers his time in West London fondly.
      “I did have some great times at Chelsea. I have so much respect for Glenn Hoddle, what he did and what he wanted to do.
      “He was the man who started that revolution, if you like, of Chelsea wanting to play football and I was a part of that.
      “I don’t know how much credit he gets today, but without him Gullit would never have been there or Vialli or even Gianfranco Zola.
      “I remember when we lost that FA Cup final against Manchester United 4-0, we were still celebrated with an open top bus going down King’s Road.
      “I sometimes wonder what would’ve happened if I didn’t get injured, but I’m not so sure I would’ve been in the starting eleven.
      “Marcel Desailly was signed just a few years later, so I may not have played much. But I do treasure those moments I had with Chelsea.”
      Kjeldbjerg listed Gullit as the greatest player he’s ever played alongside.
      Kjeldbjerg starred for Chelsea in an FA Cup finalCredit: Getty – Contributor
      He named Ruud Gullit as the best player he played withCredit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg
      Without hesitation, he told us: “Ruud Gullit (was the best) for his physical presence and what I call positive arrogance.
      “He was a funny guy, took the dressing room under his wing and was a leader. Ruud was so strong physically and skill-wise. I played with Brian and Michael Laudrup, but Gullit was outstanding.
      “(Zlatan) Ibrahimovic reminds me of him in terms of his character – that charm and arrogance. I loved it. He was a fantastic character.”
      And Kjeldbjerg also speaks fondly of another Chelsea great – John Terry – who was responsible for cleaning his boots.
      “I would love to have played alongside John Terry. He was one of the boot boys when I was there with Jody Morris.
      “They were wonderful kids. John was quite shy, but a lovely guy. No chip on his shoulder, he did his job.
      “I remember at the time wondering if he had the hard work required to really break through. But he was a real true leader of that football club for many years.”
      Because of his TV commitments, Kjeldbjerg rarely gets a chance to visit Stamford Bridge. But he watches all their games and was impressed with Maurizio Sarri’s approach.
      He said: “I’ve watched their first few matches, and I don’t think they’ll win the Premier League this year.
      “Their attacking football against Arsenal was sensational, but defensively there needs to be some adjustment and improvement.
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      “I’m already a little bit in love with Sarri because of the way he stands there with his tracksuit bottoms and polo shirt.
      “He has a great approach to everything and he’s definitely got a plan. It’s clearly his way or the highway.”
      Kjeldbjerg is recognised more for his TV work than for footballCredit: Instagram @jakobkjeldbjerg More