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    ‘Killing it’ – Alisha Lehmann risks Instagram ban as stunning Juventus star strips off to see-through lingerie

    ALISHA LEHMANN has pushed Instagram’s boundaries with her latest racy post.The Juventus star, dubbed the ‘World’s sexiest footballer’, boasts almost 17 million followers on the photo-sharing app. Alisha Lehmann has wowed fans with her latest Instagram shootCredit: InstagramThe Swiss star rocked a daring see-through topCredit: InstagramShe paired the look with matching black underwear, risking an Instagram banCredit: InstagramLehmann joined Juventus from Aston Villa last summerCredit: GettyLehmann previously spent three years with Aston Villa in the Women’s Super League.The 26-year-old joined Juventus last year and has bagged 2 goals in 15 games for the Serie A side.Away from the pitch, Lehmann is a model and is Switzerland’s top sporting influencer.And her latest stunning look proved a real head-turner for her legion of adoring fans.READ MORE ON SPORTRocking a see-through black top, Lehmann showed off matching lingerie in the risque post.She captioned the sultry snaps: “Second skin.”One fan responded: “Killing it as always.”Another swooned: “Alisha you look wonderful!”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile a lovestruck third added: “Sculpted by Michelangelo.”And a fourth said: “Absolutely stunning, ignore the haters Alisha.”Maya Jama and Alisha Lehmann team up to become managers of Baller League team Lehmann joined her boyfriend Douglas Luiz in swapping the Midlands for the Old Lady last summer.But she hit out at their wage differences after the Brazilian penned a £100,000-a-week contract.The Swiss winger told La Gazzetta dello Sport: “Everyone would like to have the same salary.”I often speak to Douglas at home about this and tell him it’s not fair.”We do the same job, but he gets paid a hundred times more than me.”It’s something that affects me because I’m a woman. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Obviously, there’s still a long way to go on the path we’re on because there may never be equal pay.”There will have to be a very strong will to make a change in this direction.”Lehmann is dating fellow Juventus star Douglas LuizCredit: instagram @alishalehmann7The star spent three years playing in the WSL for Aston VillaCredit: RexThe glam 26-year-old has amassed a loyal following onlineCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Lehmann has almost 17 million Instagram supportersCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7She regularly posts saucy snaps of her glamourous life in ItalyCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7Lehmann is not shy when it comes to the cameraCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Lehmann is the most-followed female footballer in the worldCredit: instagramShe is also a Switzerland internationalCredit: Getty More

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    ‘Whole Premier League card’ – Zlatan targeted for sensational Misfits Boxing bout with ‘so many’ footballers lined up

    ZLATAN Ibrahimovic is being lined up for a sensational boxing bout by Misfits Boxing – with the promoters claiming they could put on a “whole Premier League card”.YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI founded the celebrity-style platform crossover bouts alongside his manager Mams Taylor. Zlatan Ibrahimovic is lined up for a shock boxing fightCredit: Instagram @iamzlatanibrahimovicWayne Bridge could also fight on a cardCredit: GettyDanny Simpson was the first ex-Prem star to fight on MisfitsCredit: GettyEx-Prem winner Danny Simpson, 38, was the first footballer to make the switch to the ring, drawing with YouTuber Danny Aarons, 22, in August. His former team-mate Phil Bardsley, 39, is now in talks with Misfits while Wayne Bridge was on the verge of fighting KSI himself. And promoter Taylor revealed retired superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic – a black belt in taekwondo – is his dream name to join the roster. He told SunSport: “I’ve got so many footballers – that I’m not gonna name – but I’ve got so many footballers that want to do this.READ MORE IN football “I could do a whole Premier League card at this point, which I think could be quite fun. “But we’ll see, there’s a lot of footballers and international footballers as well. So let’s see, but I’m still chipping away at Zlatan, I want Zlatan.”I’m determined to get him in that ring.”Taylor is a friend of 43-year-old Ibrahimovic’s agent and has been trying to convince the AC Milan legend to do a boxing debut.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBridge, 44, was set to fight KSI, 31, on short notice on March 29 in Manchester as Misfits scrambled for a late-notice opponent. But the ex-Chelsea defender pulled out after KSI referenced his infamous feud with John Terry. KSI’s team reveal new term for Jake Paul grudge fight to finally make £250million bout happenTerry allegedly had an affair with Bridge’s former partner Vanessa Perroncel in 2009 – something both had always denied. And KSI said when facing off with Bridge: “Aren’t you the guy that let John Terry smash your ex?” Bridge – who shares an 18-year-old son with Vanessa – withdrew from the fight just days later. But Taylor hopes the retired left-back – who has boxed in two charity bouts before – will still lace up the Misfits gloves. He said: “We all like the sensationalism of a beef, we all like, ‘Oh my God, I can’t believe he said that’ to a degree.”But I don’t want anyone walking away and feeling like, ‘Oh man, this gave me a horrible feeling or it affected me psychologically in a negative way or or it hurt my family’.”So I don’t want anyone to feel that way. I want them to have a positive experience from it, so I hope he can put that incident behind him and maybe I’ll match make him with someone who’s not got as much of a gift of the gab.”And they have similar vulnerability where they agree to go in respectfully. I’m still chipping away at Zlatan, I want Zlatan! I’m determined to get him in that ring.Misfits Boxing co-founder Mams Taylor “But I’d love to see him in the ring and what I’d really like is to have him in the ring to show the fans who were naysayers, that he can actually fight.”KSI will now fight Dillon Danis, 31, who is 2-0 in MMA and lost his boxing debut to Logan Paul, 29, in October 2023. And he apologised to Bridge in private for his controversial remark. Taylor said: “I know JJ the next day felt bad and he’s like, ‘Do you think I should DM him?’ “And I said, yeah, just say what’s in your heart and he goes, ‘Yeah, I’m obviously just trying to promote this and I thought he knows the landscape of Misfits and how it can go left with, with things like that.'”I think he realised maybe he went a step too far. He acknowledged that he went too far and he didn’t do it publicly to make it a PR thing. “He personally wanted to actually DM him and just say, ‘Hey man, I’m sorry, door’s open if I can make it up, if there’s anything we can do. I didn’t want to upset you. I just wanted to promote the fight.'”I think Wayne Bridge has spoken about that somewhere, I’m not sure, but I think he acknowledged it and I think we move on.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Look, Wayne Bridge is a man’s man at the same time, I get it would have put strain on his family, but I think he’s a proper man and he’s moved on.”I’d like to see him in a Misfits ring and make sure he’s looked after and has a good experience on his next fight.”KSI facing off with Wayne BridgeCredit: misfits boxing More

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    Tommy Fury opens talks with Misfits Boxing over return fight with huge KSI rematch on the cards

    TOMMY FURY is entering talks with Misfits Boxing over a return fight – as a rematch with KSI continues to loom.Fury has not fought since beating the YouTuber-turned-boxer via controversial decision in October 2023. Tommy Fury is entering talks with Misfits Boxing over a return fightCredit: GettyKSI’s manager has kept the door open for a rematch with Tommy FuryCredit: GettyThe 2019 Love Islander was due to face ex-UFC star Darren Till in a comeback bout in January. But Fury bizarrely pulled out after Till threatened to KICK him in the head – and he has not rescheduled his return. KSI’s manager Mams Taylor – the co-founder of Misfits – revealed promoter Kalle Sauerland is now due for talks with Fury’s side. Taylor told SunSport: “Kalle’s speaking with Tommy’s team today. I’m not sure exactly what’s going on with that.READ MORE IN BOXING”I’d love to see Tommy in a Misfits ring. Honestly, I think the fight between Darren and Tommy would have been fantastic to set up the winner of that against KSI down the line as well.”Darren I’m very big on. I think he’s an absolute pay-per-view star. And listen, there aren’t that many pay-per-view stars.”Another reason not to rush KSI versus Darren is I think we can develop Darren into standing on his own two feet to becoming sort of one of the flag bearers of Misfits.”And I think he’s a very tough guy. He’s only improving in boxing with the incredible team he’s got.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”The guys he works with, they’re elite, champions, and I think it’d be great to have Tommy in as well.”We’ve got some characters, characters who all have personalities and they all have their own goals as well. KSI’s team reveal new term for Jake Paul grudge fight to finally make £250million bout happen”So you’ve got to navigate around that and balance everything out, but I’d love to see Tommy back in the Misfits ring as well and I’d love to see a KSI-Tommy rematch at some point as well.”Till, 32, beat ex-MMA fighter Anthony Taylor, 34, in place of Fury – and Taylor hopes the grudge bout can be re-visited.He said: “I’d love to make that happen but I don’t think the Furys are keen on that fight for whatever reason right now.”So I would love to make it happen though to answer your question – if we can. “But the problem is, I can’t force people to fight each other, you know, I sometimes wish I could!”Fury, 25, underwent hand surgery in the aftermath of his win over KSI, 31, who also picked up a similar injury himself. KSI now returns on March 29 in Manchester against Dillon Danis, 31, who is 2-0 in MMA and lost his boxing debut to Logan Paul, 29, in 2023.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Taylor has left the door open to a rematch between KSI and Fury. He said: “It’s very possible. I think we have to focus on keeping their options open and if we’re able to keep our options open, let’s see what happens on March 29th.”KSI lost a controversial decision to Tommy FuryCredit: Getty More

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    Cole Palmer’s girlfriend Connie Grace opens up on their relationship for the first time in new documentary

    CHELSEA star Cole Palmer’s girlfriend Connie Grace has lifted the lid on their relationship for the first time.Palmer, 22, and Connie, 22, met when they were 17 years old but only went public together in November at the GQ Men of the Year Awards.Chelsea star Cole Palmer’s girlfriend Connie Grace lifted the lid on their relationshipCredit: Amazon PrimePalmer and Connie took part in a special documentaryCredit: Amazon PrimeThe pair have known each other since they were 17 but went public with their relationship in NovemberCredit: SplashConnie met Palmer when they were both teenagersCredit: instagram @conniegrace_The couple are taking part in England’s Lions: A New Generation documentary, which will be out on Amazon Prime from Saturday, and were filmed dining in a swanky London restaurant.The Three Lions star’s partner, who is a nail technician and Instagram influencer with 34,000 followers, opened up about their special bond.Connie said: “We met when we were 17. I think he knew me through mutual friends so I think he probably had his eye on me.Read More on Chelsea”Oh, he’s warm and cuddly. Well, with me, hopefully with no one else.”When you know how much someone wants something and you know that’s someone’s dream, you just feel so proud.”Palmer is known for his ice-cold demeanour but he let his guard down while filming the documentary as he tried his luck with some new food.The Blues winger experimented by dunking some bread in oil and balsamic vinegar for the first time.Most read in FootballConnie warned her boyfriend he wouldn’t like the taste and she was proven right as he recoiled and cried “ew!”Cheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsAnd Connie couldn’t help but laugh as she explained how Palmer hasn’t changed at all since his humble beginnings at Wythenshawe.That is despite going on to play for Manchester City, where he won the treble, before his £42.5milion move to Chelsea in 2023 since when he has turned into one of the Premier League’s biggest stars.Cole Palmer branded ‘gift that keeps on giving’ after Chelsea star reveals his meal deal sandwich Connie added: “Cole now is still the same Cole that I met when I was 17. “Obviously, he’s changed, he’s grown up, and his life now is completely different, but he’s still the same boy, he’s still laid-back Cole.”Cole will adapt to whatever situation he’s in. He’s not bothered that he’s that far from home because all he wants to do is play football and if it means leaving home and being in a place which is completely different to where he’s from, he’ll do it.”He’s not bothered about the whole fame side of it and he’s not bothered what people think of him. “He is only just bothered about scoring goals and doing well for his team, doing well for his country, and you’ve got to love him for that.”Connie is a nail technician with thousands of followers on InstagramCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Connie spoke about her relationship with Palmer for the first timeCredit: InstagramConnie insists Palmer hasn’t changed at all despite his immense fameCredit: instagram @conniegrace_ More

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    ‘Albanian Laura Woods’ leaves little to imagination in eye-popping dress as fans brand her ‘Queen of Champions League’

    EVA MURATI has turned heads with her latest eye-popping outfit.The Champions League presenter has been dubbed the ‘Albanian Laura Woods’ by adoring fans.Eva Murati has wowed with her latest Champions League outfitCredit: Sportitalia tvThe 29-year-old host appeared on SportsItalia for Tuesday’s actionCredit: Sportitalia tvEva is also an actress and modelCredit: Sportitalia tvMurati, 29, hosts big European nights for both Tring TV and Vizion Plus.But on Tuesday she joined up with SportItalia in Milan for a special broadcast.Murati was on hosting duties for Liverpool’s huge clash against PSG, as well as Inter Milan’s home clash with Feyenoord.The 29-year-old rocked a stunning plunging black dress for the occasion.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLShe paired the eye-catching look with matching shoes before hitting the airwaves alongside colleague Michele Criscitiello.Murati shared her night in Milan with her 1.1 million followers on Instagram.Captioning behind-the-scenes snaps from the set, she wrote: “Great night on Sportitalia!”Passion, football and lots of energy in the studio.Most read in Football”Thanks to everyone for this special evening!”One fan gushed: “Just stunning as always.”Meet glam Champions League host Eva MuratiWhile another simply replied: “WOW.”And a third added: “Queen of the Champions League.”Murati has been presenting on TV since the age of 17. Along with her presenting work, Eva is also a model and actor.She starred in several films and TV shows in her early 20s before returning to hosting duties in 2017.Murati recently hit out at “haters” and online trolls after receiving hurtful messages. Speaking on TikTok, she wrote: “I started working on TV at 17 years old.”I got bullied by haters online and had to learn to validate myself.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I stopped seeking external approval and found strength in internal validation.”Now your words mean nothing to me.”Murati, 29, is also a model and actressCredit: INSTAGRAM @evamuratiShe supports Juventus and is a regular on Tring TVCredit: Instagram / evamuratiThe 29-year-old boasts over 1 million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram / evamurati More

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    KSI called out by footballer who infamously knocked out Premier League legend for Misfits Boxing fight

    KSI has been called out to a fight by football hardman Phil Bardsley. Bardsley infamously knocked out Wayne Rooney in a drunken kitchen sparring session in 2015. Football hardman Phil Bardsley has called out KSICredit: PABardsley infamously knocked out Wayne Rooney in a drunken kitchen sparring session in 2015KSI is the founder of Misfits BoxingCredit: PAHe only retired from playing in 2023 and moved into coaching – but now he fancies a switch to the boxing ring. Bardsley, 39, told BoyleSports, who offer Premier League odds: “I would step in there with anyone, including KSI.“I had an operation recently but it won’t take me long to get my fitness up when I’m back in the gym. “I’d love to give it a go and I think I’d really enjoy the routine of it, it’s something I’d really look forward to.READ MORE IN BOXING“I’d never turn down a fight on one of the Misfits cards, but it’s not in my nature to go out there promoting myself. Let’s see what happens.”Bardsley came through Manchester United’s academy and was signed with the Red Devils from 2003-2008. During that period, he also had loan spells with Royal Antwerp, Burnley, Rangers, Aston Villa and Sheffield United. The right-back later played for Sunderland, Stoke, Burnley again and finally Stockport County – where he retired. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBardsley is an avid boxing fan watched on as former United team-mate Danny Simpson also made his boxing debut. Simpson, 38, drew against YouTuber Danny Aarons, 22, last August and continues training for another bout. KSI’s sparring partner says he snubbed Love Island return to focus on Misfits Boxing and reveals how hard YouTuber hits Misfits is the home to celebrity-style crossover bouts headed up by YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI. KSI, 31, returns against MMA star Dillon Danis, also 31, in Manchester on March 29. But Danis replaced Wayne Bridge, 44, after the ex-Chelsea player pulled out when KSI referenced his infamous feud with John Terry. Danny Aarons and Danny Simpson drewCredit: GettyKSI facing off with Wayne BridgeCredit: misfits boxing More

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    Who is Clint 419? Everything we know about the fashion designer internet personality starring in the Baller League

    THE slightly mysterious Clint – who has never revealed his full name – is the founder of Corteiz Rules The World (CRTW).The label is a cult London streetwear label founded in 2017, a brand whose main message is rebellion against convention.CRTW exploded in popularity during the pandemic, and its logo depicting the former prison island Alcatraz has become a recognisable signature on the streets of London and beyond. Its owner is now expanding further into mainstream recognition as a manager in the forthcoming Baller League, which takes place in London later this month.Early life, influence and a brief history of Clint 419The label first launched a limited collection of screen-printed T-shirts and crewnecks and has since expanded its product offering to include tracksuits, shoes and bags. A native of north west London, Clint quickly gained a reputation for his approach which infuses a gritty London identity into social media content and limited-run products. Items are sold via a password-protected ecommerce site or gamified physical drops that have attracted thousands of young shoppers in London, New York and Paris.Clint 419 has more than 700,000 followers on InstagramThe scarcity strategy has created an air of exclusivity around the brand.In January 2023, Clint 419 launched a collaboration with Nike, releasing three limited edition Air Max 95 colourways, and sold it at eye-catching physical drops in London, New York and Paris. Clint 419’s ascendancy to the fashion mainstream was again recognised in September 2023 when the brand was nominated by the British Fashion Council for its New Establishment Menswear award.Most read in FootballAs of March 2025, Clint has nearly 700,000 followers on his Instagram account.Guerilla marketing strategiesClint 419 is known for its use of guerilla marketing strategies. In 2021, the brand launched their T-shirt in Soho, where customers could exchange their underground tickets for a limited edition T-shirt.In 2022, the brand launched Da Great Bolo Exchange, with Clint, via Twitter, now X, inviting Clint 419 customers to swap their jackets from high-end brands such as The North Face and Canada Goose, for the new Corteiz Bolo jacket. The jackets collected were donated to the homeless.What is his involvement in the Baller League?He will manage a team – FC Rules the World – in the league.The Baller League began in Germany, created by entrepreneur Felix Starck and aided by Mats Hummels and Lukas Podolski. It is a six-a-side indoor football competition, with the first UK season taking place at the Copper Box Arena in London on March 24.Michael Ndiweni is among the players in Clint 419’s Baller League teamCredit: GettyThe influencer-led league – headlined by KSI for the UK version – sees former Premier League players, futsal players and celebrities face one another in 12 teams to win the Baller League.Clint’s squad includes Michael Ndiweni, who swapped the Premier League for the Scottish third tier. More

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    Who is YouTube star TBJZL? Everything we know about the internet personality starring in the Baller League?

    TBJZL – aka Tobijizzle – is a streamer, rapper, businessman, and influencer but is probably best known as a member and co-founder of the Sidemen, the hugely popular YouTube group, which includes internet personality KSI.His profile is expected to skyrocket later this month when he manages a team – VZN FC –  in the forthcoming Baller League, which begins on March 24, and features a star-studded managerial line-up, including Gary Lineker and John Terry.TBJZL, second left, with his fellow SidemenEarly life, influence and business interestsBorn Tobit John Brown in Hackney, London, on April 8, 1993, the 31-year-old’s business interests are as wide-ranging as his influence across YouTube, and include co-owning XIX Vodka, Sidemen Clothing, the restaurant chain Sides, and the cereal brand Best Breakfasts.In September 2019, he was listed as the 38th most influential online creator in the United Kingdom by The Sunday Times. As of March 2025, his main YouTube channel had more than 5 million subscribers and 567 million views.TBJZL – who is of Nigerian heritage – joined YouTube in 2011 while studying at university after seeing his friends’ success; after completing his degree he became a full-time YouTuber, before joining the Sidemen in 2013, having met future fellow Sidemen member Josh Bradley a few years earlier at Bexley Grammar School.TBJZL, far left, with his fellow Sidemen before their charity match at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, March 8Music careerIn December 2019, he released The Gift with the rest of the Sidemen, which reached number 77 on the UK singles chart, while in early 2020 he released his debut single, Destined for Greatness, with his brother Manny and featuring his sister Janellé.The song charted at number 31 on the UK Singles Chart, making it his first UK top 40 single; it also debuted at number 18 in New Zealand; that year he also featured in a remix of his fellow Sidemen member KSI’s song Wake Up Call.What is his involvement in the Baller League?He will manage a team – VZN FC – in the league.The Baller League began in Germany, created by entrepreneur Felix Starck and aided by Mats Hummels and Lukas Podolski. It is a six-a-side indoor football competition, with the first UK season taking place at the Copper Box Arena in London.The influencer-led league – headlined by KSI for the UK version – sees former Premier League players, futsal players and celebrities face one another in 12 teams to win the Baller League.Most read in FootballTBJZL’s squad includes Henri Lansbury, Kurtice Herbert, Jerome Sinclair and Remy Mitchell. More