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    ‘Imagine being Cristiano Ronaldo…’ say fans as stunning Wag Georgina Rodriguez flaunts curves in thong bikini

    GEORGINA RODRIQUEZ left fans saying “imagine being Cristiano Ronaldo” after flaunting her curves on Instagram.The model shared snaps from a winter getaway in Dubai, posing in a bikini in the sea and spa.Georgina Rodriquez flaunted her curves on InstagramCredit: Instagram @georginagioThe model shared snaps from a winter getaway in DubaiCredit: Instagram @georginagioGeorgina was in Dubai as Cristiano Ronaldo was being honoured at the 2024 Globe Soccer AwardsCredit: Instagram @georginagioHer followers immediately rushed to the comment sectionCredit: Instagram @georginagioHer followers immediately rushed to the comment section as one said: “The most beautiful girl in the world.” Another added: “Georgina gets better and better every year!”One gushed: “Georgina, you are the definition of elegance and grace!”Georgina was in Dubai with Ronaldo while the footballing legend was honoured at the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Al Nassr forward was named the Best Middle Eastern player and bagged another award for being the Top Goalscorer of All Time.And during his acceptance speech, Ronaldo dedicated the gong to Georgina – who stunned with her eye-catching outfit – and his 14-year-old son Cristiano Jr.Ronaldo then sparked rumours he had secretly married Georgina after referring to her as his “wife”. He said: “It’s a big pleasure to win this trophy. My oldest son is here, my wife [Georgina] is here.”Most read in FootballGeorgina and Ronaldo have been together since 2016 and have two children together – Alana Martina, 8, and Bella, 2.She is also a doting stepmother to his other three kids – twins Eva and Mateo, 7, and Cristiano Jr.Inside Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez’s Christmas trip to Lapland with snowmobiles and reindeerThe loved-up pair have never publicly declared they are married, with Ronaldo’s slip of the tongue sending the rumour mill into overdrive.Ronaldo has been playing his football in Saudi Arabia since leaving Manchester United in December 2022.But as his 40th birthday approaches in February, the Portuguese icon insisted he still has more to give. Ronaldo said: “[Georgina] is my lovely support all the time to carry on to play. In one month I’m gonna be 40 years old but I’m not finished yet. “I will continue because I want to win titles, I want to be a champion. I want to score more goals, I want to try to win for the national team.”Georgina and Ronaldo at the the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards in DubaiCredit: GettyRonaldo referred to Georgina as his ‘wife’Credit: APGeorgina and Ronaldo have been together since 2016Credit: instagram/@georginagioGeorgina often travels with RonaldoCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9r-X6SNFff/?hl=en-gb&img_index=1 More

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    Former world champion, 47, vows to end Jake Paul’s boxing career with ‘one punch’

    CARL FROCH has threatened to end Jake Paul’s boxing career with just one punch. Froch, who retired in 2014, has embarked on an outspoken punditry career since hanging up the gloves.Carl Froch has threatened to end Jake Paul’s boxing career with just one punchCredit: RexJake Paul has come under criticism by FrochCredit: GettyAnd YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul has been among the most criticised by the British legend.Froch, 47, has vowed to come out of retirement to fight the American and claimed he would even do it for free. He said on his YouTube channel: “I will fight for charity. Which part of that do you not understand? “You conveniently left that out cause that shatters your whole illusion of, ‘oh, Carl Froch is begging for a payday.’READ MORE IN BOXING”I ain’t begging for a payday, I’m begging to ram Jake Paul’s teeth down the back of his f***ing throat. Boom. Game over. “Jake Paul’s bulls***, fake, clown career over with one punch. That’s all I’m begging for.”Froch retired in 2014 after knocking out George Groves in front of 80,000 fans at Wembley Stadium.Paul, 27, is meanwhile 11-1 as a boxer with his only defeat coming in 2023 against Tommy Fury, 25, via split-decision in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis last bout was marred in controversy after he beat 58-year-old great Mike Tyson over eight rounds. And Froch was among the harshest of critics as he then called to fight Paul for charity. ‘I’m kind of depressed a little’ – Boxing legend Mike Tyson’s alarming confession one month on from Jack Paul fightAnd Paul’s promotional partner Nakisa Bidarian told SunSport: “Sure Carl, show up with an offer that makes sense – since he’s fighting for charity anyways – he’s made it clear that he’s going to donate 100 per cent of his earnings to charity.”Show up with an offer that makes sense for MVP and Jake Paul, who drive the biggest numbers in the entire sport and we’ll have happy to have a conversation.”We’re certainly not looking to come to the UK to offer a 47-year-old Carl Froch – who’s never sold a pay-per-view in his life in the US which is the most important market – and make him an offer.”And, he’s fighting for charity anyways, he’s fighting for free. “So, if and when they’re ready to show us an offer that shows that he’s 100 per cent donating all proceeds that he gets paid and any entities associated with him to charity…”And that it is an eight-figure opportunity for Jake Paul – which is what Jake Paul makes in every single fight – happy to have the conversation. Absolutely.”Jake Paul with Nakisa BidarianCredit: Esther Lin/ Most Valuable Promotions More

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    Nottingham Forest heroes Anthony Elanga and Morgan Gibbs-White enjoy New Years ski trip with stunning girlfriends

    MORGAN GIBBS-WHITE and Anthony Elanga rang in the New Year in style on a winter getaway with their partners.The high-flying Nottingham Forest duo hit the slopes with girlfriends Britney Devilliers and China Navana as they saw in 2025.Morgan Gibbs-White jetted off on a ski holiday with his girlfriend Britney Devilliers for New YearCredit: INSTAGRAM@BRITNEYDEVILLIERSGibbs-White was joined by his Nottingham Forest team-mate Anthony ElangaCredit: INSTAGRAM@BRITNEYDEVILLIERSElanga’s other half China Navana also came along for the tripCredit: INSTAGRAM@CHINANAVANAThe couples stayed in a luxury ski town resortCredit: INSTAGRAM@BRITNEYDEVILLIERSInfluencer Britney posted a snap of her with other half Gibbs-White as they jetted off to a plush ski resort in a private jet.And they were joined by former Manchester United ace Elanga and his girlfriend China.Britney posted a series of snaps of herself and Gibbs-White onboard the plane to her Instagram on New Year’s Eve.Her accompanying caption read: “NYE trip.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe couple looked the picture of happiness, as did Devilliers as she showed off an chic-looking fur jacket in individual snaps.Before sharing the post, Britney posted a series of photos of the plush resort they were calling home.And her story updates included a picture of Gibbs-White and Elanga being all smiles for the camera as they braved the cold.The 24-year-old later updated her story with a snap of their entire group on a mountain.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe couples were joined by some of their other palsCredit: INSTAGRAM@BRITNEYDEVILLIERSThey looked the picture of happiness on the slopesCredit: INSTAGRAM@BRITNEYDEVILLIERSHer accompanying caption for the group selfie read: “NYE tip with the best people.”Neither Gibbs-White nor Elanga reposted the heartwarming snap to their respective stories – although it it was reshared by China.Fans say ‘I’m getting leg cramps just watching’ as ex-Man Utd ace Anthony Elanga shows off insane workout workoutNeither Gibbs-White or Elanga, 24 and 22 respectively, will have risked injury by skiing on the trip.The pair have been in fine form for Forest this season, as the Tricky Trees have shocked the rest of the Premier League as they sit an unexpected SECOND at the halfway stage.England international Gibbs-White has three goals and three Prem assists to his name this campaign.And Elanga – who moved to the City Ground in July 2023 – has matched his team-mate’s haul.Nuno Espirito Santo’s troops will be back in action next Monday, travelling to Molineux to take on Wolves.Morgan Gibbs-White and Anthony Elanga have shone for Forest this seasonCredit: Reuters More

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    Logan Paul teases imminent Conor McGregor fight announcement as £400m purse bombshell is dropped

    LOGAN PAUL has appeared to tease an imminent Conor McGregor fight announcement.Exploratory talks over a shock Indian exhibition boxing match between the YouTube sensation and UFC superstar got underway earlier this month.Logan Paul could be on course to face UFC icon Conor McGregor next yearCredit: GETTYThe Notorious recently suggested the crossover clash is a done dealCredit: GETTYPaul teased an imminent fight announcement just hours after McGregor stoked the fireCredit: INSTAGRAM@LOGANPAULMcGregor, 36, sensationally hinted late last week that a deal for the pair to throw down has been finalised. And Paul has added more fuel to the already raging fire on his Instagram story.Just hours after it was claimed he’ll face The Notorious in a Mumbai melee, Paul uploaded footage of himself hitting a heavy bag.The video followed Paul’s liking of an Instagram post stating the fight was nearly a done deal.READ MORE ON MCGREGOR VS PAULScores of boxing and MMA fans were quick to comment on the training clip, with one saying: “Conor KO’s Logan so it sets up him vs Jake.”Another said: “Yeah, he’s cooked.”And another said: “Worst boxer ever.”One remarked: “I think we know the outcome of this fight already.”Most read in BoxingAnother chimed in: “Way too big for McGregor.”It’s been claimed Paul and McGregor will each pocket a staggering £200MILLION for their South Asian showdown.Conor McGregor Trains Amid Logan Paul Boxing Match RumoursMumbai’s Wankhede Stadium is said to be the venue for the crossover clash, which is the brainchild of billionaire Anant Ambani.The fight will reportedly be held in conjunction with the nation’s ‘Visit India’ tourism campaign.It was recently revealed that neither the UFC nor the WWE – who McGregor and Paul have respective contracts with – have been contacted about the bout.But the fight would be simple to make if the promotions were keen to cash in as they’re both under the TKO Group banner.Paul hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his Misfits Boxing win over Dillon Danis last October, which came via disqualification.McGregor, meanwhile, hasn’t competed since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier in July 2021.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Irishman’s next fight will be his first since being found civilly liable for assaulting Nikita Hand at a Dublin Hotel in December 2018.The Dubliner – who was accused of “raping and battering” Ms Hand – has vowed to appeal the verdict of last month’s civil trial at Dublin’s High Court.Logan Paul last fought in a October 2023 grudge match with Dillon DanisCredit: ALAMYConor McGregor hasn’t competed since breaking his left leg in July 2021Credit: AP More

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    Conor McGregor ‘CONFIRMS’ £400m Logan Paul boxing match in India with UFC star set to receive INSANE purse

    CONOR MCGREGOR has appeared to suggest a shock showdown with Logan Paul has been FINALISED.The Notorious revealed earlier this month that he was in preliminary talks over an exhibition boxing match with the YouTube sensation.Conor McGregor revealed earlier this month that he’s in talks to box Logan Paul next yearCredit: GettyMcGregor revealed his proposed clash with Paul would take place in India next yearCredit: GettyThe Notorious has seemingly confirmed that the fight has been finalisedPaul added more fuel to the fire on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@HAPPYPUNCHAnd the 36-year-old has suggested the fight – which is set to be financed by Indian billionaire Anant Ambani – is on the brink of being announced.Veteran MMA journalist Emmett Glenn reported on Sunday that McGregor is now gearing up to face the social media sensation in a Mumbai melee next year.Glenn also revealed both men are set to earn a whopping £200MILLION ($250m) each for the South Asian slugfest.The crossover clash is said to be set to take place at the Wankhede Stadium and will be part of the country’s “Visit India’ tourism campaign.READ MORE ON MCGREGORAnd McGregor seemingly confirmed Glenn’s report by quoting his post on X with a Indian flag and a love-heart emoji.Casual and hardcore fight fans were quick to comment on the seemingly done deal, with one saying: “$250M each for an exhibition fight?”That’s more than most world title fights pay!”Another said: “Money talks, $250M is crazy for each.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd another said: “I’m tired of these gimick fights. Dude is scared to go back into the UFC.”One remarked: “Holy s**t that will be wild! $250 mil each??”Conor McGregor names his top five MMA fighters of all time including WWE legend and actor nicknamed ‘The Handsome One’ Another chimed in: “Lots of money for a boring fight.”YouTube phenom Paul added even more fuel to the fire by liking an Instagram post citing the report.It was revealed last week that neither the UFC nor the WWE, who McGregor and Paul are respectively contracted to, have been approached about the bout.Both entities, however, are under the TKO Group Banner – meaning the possible punch-up would be incredible easy to make.Former two-division champion McGregor hasn’t fought since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier in July 2021.His next outing will be his first since being found civilly liable for assaulting Nikita Hand at a Dublin Hotel in December 2018.The Irishman – who was accused of “raping and battering” Ms Hand – has vowed to appeal the verdict of last month’s civil trial at Dublin’s High Court. More

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    Boxing braced for introduction of AI ring girls after first judge at Fury vs Usyk 2 – and fans can speak to them

    RING girls could soon be in a fight for their livelihood – thanks to AI.Ring card girls have been part and parcel of boxing for several decades.Ringcard girls have been part and parcel of boxing for decadesCredit: INSTAGRAM@IAMSYDNEYTHOMASGlam influencers have recently joined models strutting their stuff around the ringCredit: INSTAGRAM@KOURTNEY_KELLERAI models like Lily Hayes have been tipped to also break into the ringcard girl worldCredit: INSTAGRAM@LILYHAYES2001In recent years, glam influencers have joined the hoards of models strutting their stuff around the ring.But they could soon be embroiled in a fight with their AI counterparts, who have been tipped to gatecrash the party by the creator of Lily Hayes – the most prominent AI influencer on Instagram.Hayes’ creator told The Daily Star: “Technology is moving so fast and sports organisations, who are inherently innovative, are beginning to embrace AI Influencers.”Lily has built an incredible fanbase over the past 12 months, and boxing is a really exciting opportunity for her to break into the mainstream.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”Ring Girls have always been a massive part of boxing, but the interesting thing about AI Influencers becoming Ring Girls is fans can actually connect with them online, 24/7, and in multiple languages in the lead up to, during, and after the event.”There’s some big fights touted for 2025, including Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua at Wembley or in Riyadh so we’d love to get Lily on that card.”Hayes can generate £20,000 a month on Fanvue interacting with her followers, despite not being a real person.A Fanvue spokesperson said: “Fanvue is the platform AI Influencers join to build massive fanbases and monetise their content online.Most read in SportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAn AI judge was introduced for Tyson Fury’s rematch with Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTY”It can help kickstart their digital careers and quickly open up opportunities with brands and organisations who are looking to innovate with AI Influencers and connect with fans.”Appealing to Gen-Z and Gen-Alpha is the next big challenge for sporting events and marketers more broadly – and AI Influencers are essentially a new marketing channel for them to be able do that. Tyson Fury gives cryptic update on his future after Oleksandr Usyk defeat as retirement rumours circle”We’ve recently seen the exciting possibilities of AI Influencers in F1, with Aston Martin creating an AI clone of Fernando Alonso to reach new demographics of fans – and we’re predicting a lot more of this type of innovation in sport in 2025.”Artificial intelligence, of course, has already made its way into the world of boxing.An AI judge was introduced for the first time earlier this month ahead of Tyson Fury’s do-or-die rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.The three ringside human judges scored the contest 116-112 in favour of defending unified heavyweight champion Usyk.But the AI judge scored the fighter even wider in Usyk’s favour, turning in a scorecard of 118-112.Fury fumed at the judges’ scorecards in the ring, which he STORMED OUT OF after briefly looking at them.Ad he went on an expletive-filled rant after learning the AI judge only gave him two rounds of the Riyadh rematch.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: ” F**k all computers, keep humans. More jobs for human, less jobs for computers.”[And] f**k electric cars too!”Tyson Fury wasn’t a fan of AI’s scoring of his rematch with Oleksandr UsykCredit: PA More

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    Georgina Rodriguez steals show at Globe Soccer Awards in bold outfit and has amazing reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo’s win

    CRISTIANO RONALDO’S Wag Georgina Rodriguez dazzled at the Globe Soccer Awards.Georgina, 30, also went viral for her hilarious reaction to Ronaldo, 39, winning Best Middle East player in 2024.Cristiano Ronaldo’s partner Georgina Rodriguez dazzled at the Globe Soccer AwardsCredit: APRonaldo won Best Middle East player for 2024 awardGeorgina attended the event to support her superstar partner RonaldoCredit: APThe WAG oozed beauty at the annual awards ceremonyCredit: APGeorgina’s hilarious reaction when it was announced Ronaldo had wonThe social media personality attended the awards show in a low-cut black dress to support the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.And the model clapped with glee as the Manchester United legend earned yet another award.The Al-Nassr superstar has already amassed a total of 74 goals and 18 assists in 83 appearances since his bitter departure from Man Utd in 2022.However, the star forward has yet to win the Saudi Pro League’s top title, and his team is currently 11 points behind leaders Al-Ittihad.Read More on FootballAnd the Portugal captain doubled down on previous controversial comments as he insisted Saudi football is better than France’s Ligue 1 during his acceptance speech.Georgina has followed Ronaldo to the Middle East to support his current endeavour.The pair have been together since 2016 and CR7’s partner quickly became the most followed Wag on social media with 64.5million fans on Instagram alone.Georgina also had a successful year as she made the cover of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 edition.Most read in FootballHer social media accounts keep growing as she shares pics from a series of glam photoshoots.Georgina also posts regular content from her everyday life with Ronaldo and their family.Inside Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez’s Christmas trip to Lapland with snowmobiles and reindeerThe couple have two children together and formed a family with the Real Madrid legend’s three kids born to two surrogate mothers.Inside the glamorous world of Georgina Rodriguez…Georgina lives a life to be enviedCredit: InstagramThe stunning partner of Ronaldo offers insights into her world using her social channelsCredit: instagram @georginagioShe has over 60 million followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe met Ronaldo whilst working as a shop girl at DiorCredit: The Mega AgencyShe is now the mother to his five children, two of which Georgina is the maternal motherCredit: EPAGeorgina now resides in Saudi Arabia following her partner’s move to the countryCredit: Georgina Rodriguez/instagramGeorgina loves luxury holidays and can often be seen on mega yachtsCredit: Instagram @georginagioBoats are a big love of hersCredit: Refer to CaptionShe travels almost exclusively by private jetCredit: Georgina RodríguezThe Argentine beauty is regularly at the Venice film festival where she can be seen turning headsCredit: GettyGeorgina is loved by fashion magazines for her sense of styleCredit: AlamyShe models for a range of companiesCredit: georginagio/InstagramRodríguez has modelled for PrettyLittleThing lingerieCredit: InstagramGeorgina’s love of travel is something she regularly shares on her social channels, including this trip to IbizaCredit: Instagram, @georginagio More

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    Man Utd star Joshua Zirkzee ‘splits from long-term model girlfriend’ just months after Old Trafford transfer

    MANCHESTER UNITED star Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly split from his model girlfriend. Zirkzee joined from Bologna in the summer for £36.5million but he has endured a tough start to life in Manchester.Celina Kerr is Joshua Zirkzee’s ex-girlfriendCredit: Instagram @ celinajadakerrCelina is a model and influencerCredit: Instagram @celinajadakerrShe is believed to have started dating Zirkzee during his time at Bayern MunichCredit: Instagram @celinajadakerrShe has over 100,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @celinajadakerrCelina regularly shows off her lavish lifeCredit: Instagram @celinajadakerrThe forward has only four goals from his 25 appearances this season.And according to GSM, things off the pitch are not much better after he split with his long-time girlfriend Celina Jada Kerr. The report claims the pair were “long-time sweethearts” having met when Zirkzee was at Bayern Munich – whom he joined aged 16.Celina is a model and influencer from Germany who graduated in Berlin with a degree in Media and Communication Management. READ MORE ON WAGSThey kept their personal lives and relationship private on social media but were once seen embracing on a video shoot for JD Sports.During the shoot, the couple wore unisex JD Sports tracksuits, which Celina shared on Instagram.But questions began to surface about their relationship when she was not seen around the forward in Manchester following his transfer.The report adds that Zirkzee and Celina have now unfollowed each other on social media.Most read in FootballCelina – who has more than 100,000 followers on Instagram – has also deleted pictures of herself with Zirkzee.Zirkzee was substituted after 54 minutes during United’s 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday.The 23-year-old – who has started oly ten times for United – is part of Ruben Amorim’s squad that play Wolves at Molineux on Boxing Day. Zirkzee has struggled at Manchester UnitedCredit: AlamyCelina has unfollowed the footballer on InstagramCredit: Instagram @celinajadakerr More