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    Man City star Erling Haaland splashes out £15,000 on red-light therapy bed to treat muscles

    MANCHESTER City star Erling Haaland appears to be switching sides — by trying out a £15,000 red-light therapy bed.The goal machine, who already uses blue light glasses to counter the effects of phone and tablet screens, shared an Instagram snap of his latest passion yesterday.The therapy the footballer is trying out uses infrared rays to penetrate deep into tissues and joints to help prevent injuriesCredit: GettyHaaland shared an Instagram snap of his latest passion yesterdayThe £15,000 red-light therapy bedThe Norwegian, 24, captioned it: “Red light bed. Happy Monday!”The therapy uses infrared rays to penetrate deep into tissues and joints.Experts recommend a five-minute session before workouts to help prevent injuries, and then a further one of up to 20 minutes afterwards to aid muscle recovery.Haaland has previously revealed he has a 6,000 calories-a-day, “caveman” diet including cow heart and liver.READ MORE ON ERLING HAALANDThe footballer regularly drinks milk mixed with spinach, which he calls his “magic potion”, and has confessed to only consuming water that’s gone through a complicated filter system.He is a fan of ice baths and even has a £50,000 cryotherapy chamber at his Cheshire mansion.A string of other footballers have adopted unusual health trends to improve their performance on the pitch.Atletico Madrid’s Marcos Llorente, 29, swears by the Paleolithic diet which involves swerving favourites such as pasta, bread, rice, and ultra-processed foods, opting for the likes of potatoes, sweet potatoes and cassava instead.Most read in FootballCristiano Ronaldo, 39, scoffs six meals a day and is staunchly against sugary drinks and alcohol.Erling Haaland spotted limping in Norway training as doctor provides injury update ahead of title six-pointer vs Arsenal More

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    Georgina Rodriguez shows off stunning figure after Cristiano Ronaldo sparks marriage rumours

    MODEL Georgina Rodriguez peels down to an orange bikini after picking up a third series for her Netflix reality show.The 30-year-old Argentinian, seen in a shot for Effek swimwear, will show her life in Saudi Arabia with footie star partner Cristiano Ronaldo, 39. Georgina Rodriguez showed off her stunning figure in a orange bikiniCredit: EffekLat night Georgina’s partner Cristiano Ronaldo sparked marriage rumoursCredit: The Mega AgencyLast night, they sparked rumours of a secret marriage by sharing a video seeming to show them with wedding rings.The footballing icon, 39, has been dating Georgina since 2016.The pair have two children together, while she is also the stepmother of his other three children.The couple have not publicly announced their marriage.read more on Cristiano RonaldoHowever, Ronaldo may have hinted that he and Georgina have finally tied the knot in a secret ceremony.It comes after the ex-Manchester United star said he would introduce his “wife” while speaking on his new YouTube channel, before revealing Georgina as they prepared to play the Mr. and Mrs. game.The pair have two children together, while she is also the stepmother of his other three children.The couple have not publicly announced their marriage.Most read in FootballCristiano Ronaldo’s Wag Georgina Rodriguez wows in tiny bikini as she shows off bum as she runs on the beachGeorgina’s Netflix reality show has been picked up for a third seriesCredit: The Mega Agency More

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    Footballer SACKED after wife accuses him of ‘strangling and suffocating her’ and having affair with pop star

    AN INTERNATIONAL footballer has been sacked by his club after they were accused of domestic abuse and of having an affair with a pop star.Peruvian football star Christian Cueva saw his contract ripped up by Club Cienciano just 48 hours after signing for them.Christian Cueva has been accused of domestic abuse and cheating by wife Pamela Lopez SolorzanoLopez alleges that she has been ‘strangled’ and ‘suffocated’ by CuevaHe was previously accused of having an affair with Peruvian pop star Pamela Franco VieraCredit: INSTAGRAM @pamelafrancovieraThe 100-cap Peru international has been sacked by his club, Club Cienciano, following an internal investigationCredit: GettyIt comes following accusations of domestic abuse were made against him by his wife Pamela Lopez Solorzano.Lopez said on a TV show that she “feared for her life” and “suffered for many years” before reporting her husband to the police, alleging repeated physical and psychological attacks against her by the 32-year-old.A club statement released on Tuesday said: “After concluding the internal investigation process, footballer Christian Cueva has been permanently separated from the club.”This decision has been made in strict compliance with our values and to preserve the integrity of the institution.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking on American Hoy, via Marca, Lopez said: “There were slaps, hair pulling, pushing. “The last thing was that he was suffocating me, covering my mouth and nose, strangling me by the neck. “He always said insults and swears and then came back repentant.”I fear for my life. One of them (violent episodes) was when I discovered an infidelity; and another, days before my birthday.Most read in Football”For me it was a very complicated decision, very difficult, it took me many years to make it. “But I made it for myself, for my children and for all the women who suffer the same thing that I have suffered for many years.”I have been subjected to their manipulation. I will continue to file my complaint to the very end, for myself and for my children.”In 2018, Lopez accused Cueva of cheating on her with Peruvian pop star Pamela Franco Viera,A video from Marca alleges to show Cueva assaulting Lopez in a lift before a man intervenes, while another video published by AS appears to show them fighting.The 100-cap Peru international denied being an “abuser” but admitted his behaviour had been “inexcusable”.In a lengthy Instagram statement, he said: “Violence is inexcusable and my behaviour, although it was not spontaneous but in response, is also inexcusable.”I have been accused of many bad things, defects that I surely have and now I am accused of being an abuser and I do not believe I am. “I know that I have a complex personality that goes beyond what can be seen of me and I will take and will take responsibility for my actions, which does not mean that I stop defending myself and seeking to clarify, before the authorities, those events that have not been reported in the way they occurred or that simply did not occur. “For all this, for what happened, what happened differently and even for what did not happen, I apologise.READ MORE SUN STORIES”While the truth is sought and found in the appropriate authorities, I ask please to be allowed to play football, that this option not be taken away from me, because it is, along with my children, whom I love beyond what has been said, what sustains me.”The former Rayo Vallecano, Santos and Sao Paolo midfielder had been without a club since February after his contract with Saudi Arabia side Al Fateh ended. More

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    Giant 18 stone heavyweight looks unrecognisable as he shows off horror eye injury from ‘multiple head blows’ in fight

    HEAVYWEIGHT boxer Arslanbek Makhmudov looked unrecognisable as he showed off a brutal eye injury.The 6ft 5in giant took to Instagram to share a picture of his face following his defeat to Guido Vianello at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City, Canada, on Saturday.Arslanbek Makhmudov looked worse for wear after losing his last fightCredit: InstagramDoctors stopped the fight in the eighth round after the Russian boxer’s left eye fully closed up mid-fight.Days after the TKO loss, Makhmudov – who weighed in at 18-and-a-half stone for the fight – took to Instagram to show off his eye injury.The 35-year-old’s face was visibly swollen from the punches he had taken with a black and blue colouration also visible in the area.Vianello was able to land right-hand hits to the face throughout the fight before doctors stopped the bout at the 2.58 mark of the eighth round.READ MORE IN BOXINGTaking to Instagram, he said: “After multiple head strikes, my left eye completely closed, so I didn’t see all the attacks from the right and the doctor stopped the fight in the 8th round! “AlhamduliLlyah in any position ☝🏻 did everything what I can.”It is the second pro defeat of Makhmudov’s career and his second KO loss in three.He also has 19 wins under his belt with 18 KOs.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOn his win, Vianello said: “I am a contender now. I am ready for the world level, and I proved that tonight.”I thought I beat Efe Ajagba, and I came into this fight with a lot of confidence. Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul lifestyles compared “I was in the best shape of my career, and that showed tonight. I dominated him and then knocked him out.”I just had to stay composed. There was a knockdown that wasn’t called, but I knew if I stuck to my strategy, I would get the knockout.”It was Russian heavyweight Makhmudov’s second defeat More

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    Boxing icon Oscar de la Hoya and girlfriend Holly Sonders dance half-naked in raunchy video before Instagram delete post

    OSCAR DE LA HOYA and his girlfriend stunned fans as they danced half-naked in a raunchy video.The iconic boxing promoter and partner left little to the imagination in a now-deleted Instagram post.Oscar de la Hoya and Holly Sonders shared a raunchy video on social mediaCredit: Instagram @oscardelahoyaThe couple danced to music while wearing very littleCredit: Instagram @oscardelahoyaThe video shows the couple dancing around and looking happy with each other.Holly could be seen in a pink bikini, while De La Hoya, 51, wore a very small set of pants.The post quickly went viral as it received thousands of comments from fans.However, De la Hoya revealed that the post was taken down by Instagram.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe claimed that it was a result of the post being reported by his “haters”.In a separate Instagram post, he wrote: “I just got taken down.”My last post was all in good fun, and haters reported it. They hate seeing me happy.”Holly, 37, also shared a statement on the matter in which she hinted that they will be making more content like it.Most read in BoxingShe added: “We both posted a video an hour ago.”It got taken down on both of our accounts due to lames reporting it.Ex-Golf Channel and Fox Sports becomes ‘hottest ref ever’ to officiate in X-rated Topless Sports LeagueThe couple have been dating since 2021Credit: GettyThey often hit the red carpet togetherCredit: Getty”Oscar’s had 6,000 comments in 30 minutes.”I guess some people really hate to see us have fun.”The good news… we will be back with more.”De la Hoya has been dating the former Fox Sports and Golf Channel presenter since 2021.In 2023, Holly launched the Exposed Sportz League, which would see OnlyFans stars and models compete in very little clothing.She got involved with the competition by becoming a referee.Holly used to work for the Golf Channel and Fox SportsCredit: GettyShe has since started the Exposed Sportz LeagueCredit: GettyShe has acted as a refereeCredit: X @holly_sonders More

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    Iconic 70s pop star is inspiration for non-league club’s new football kit that leaves fans with ‘tears in their eyes’

    IT’LL be Pina Coladas being poured rather than champagne corks popping if Northwich Victoria take a step closer to Wembley.And 1970s pop star Rupert Homes will also be toasting their FA Cup success with his favourite tipple after sending his hometown team a special delivery.Northwich Victoria have produced a kit for the ahesCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingRupert Homes’ smash hit was the inspirationCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingCaptain Matty Clarke models the kitCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingThe Vics have a huge replay tomorrowCredit: Northwich Victoria/Dennis WareingThe semi-pro Midland League Premier Division outfit drew 1-1 at Barnoldswick Town on Saturday to set-up tomorrow’s preliminary round replay.But it was what the Vics were wearing rather than the result that had people talking as the fourth annual Pina Colada Festival got underway 65 miles away in Northwich.Vics, who are celebrating their 150th anniversary, were keen not to miss out on the spectacle, which was created to celebrate the 1979 hit song Escape – written by former resident Holmes.That led them to them making a special announcement first thing on Saturday to kick off the festivities – the launch of their brand new Pina Colada-themed third kit.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt was delivered all the way from Cold Springs, New York, by the man himself as they unveiled the bold number in hilarious fashion on social media.A video showed Vics captain Matty Clarke receiving a package that had a QR code asking him to scan it.That produced a video message from Holmes, who was sipping on his trademark drink, and said: “Hi Matty, it’s Northwich boy Rupert Holmes of Hemming Street saying hello to you.“I’m told that you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain.Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I’ve taken the liberty of sending you the new Northwich Victoria third kit in honour of the 150th anniversary of our beloved club.” The skipper dons the colourful new kit that comes with words “gettin’ caught in the rain” embroidered onto it.Gary Neville slams Chelsea pair who ‘aren’t kidding anybody’ and look ‘worried to death’ Fans were delighted with the eye-catching design.One said: “Bloody wow. I’ve got actual tears in my eyes. This is bloody brilliant. I didn’t realise we actually had Rupert in it too. Wow wow wow.”Another added: “Wow! Outstanding work! Can’t see there being a kit clash with that.”Clarke and his team-mates fought out an action-packed draw that saw both teams have a man sent-off.And they are set to wear their new threads when they welcome Barnoldswick at their Barton Stadium on Tuesday evening.Victory will see them reach the first qualifying round – and be just 10 wins from gracing Wembley.Mark Tonge, the social media lead at the club, told Sun Sport: “We’ve had amazing feedback on the shirt, not only in Northwich, but around the country as well from kit collectors and football fans in general.“It’s definitely a unique kit and one that will be a collectors item for years to come.Who are these famous footballers?“As a club, we are celebrating our 150th anniversary this season and wanted to celebrate it in a unique way.“We sat down with our new kit supplier Hope & Glory who helped us design a kit based upon one of our most famous former residents, Rupert Holmes.READ MORE SUN STORIES“The Pina Colada song plays a huge part in our town with the annual festival taking place hence our launch on Saturday.“I knew I wanted to get Rupert Holmes involved in our launch, and luckily enough, he was excited to help us in whatever way he could.” Can you name the famous fathers? More

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    Louis O’Regan dead at 43: Motorsport star dies after horror crash at Manx Grand Prix on Isle of Man

    IRISH motorcyclist Louis O’Regan tragically passed away after a crash in qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix.The event is scheduled to resume this evening after yesterday’s incident.Louis O’Regan passed away after an accident on the Isle of ManCredit: Instagram @manxgrandprixThe Irishman was a veteran of the raceCredit: PACEMAKER PRESSO’Regan’s accident happened at the Kate’s Cottage corner – around 30 miles into the 37-mile circuit.The session was not restarted as organisers paid tribute to his family.A statement read: “With great sadness, the organisers of the Manx Grand Prix can confirm that Louis O’Regan, 43, has died following injuries sustained in an accident at Kate’s Cottage during the opening qualifying session of the 2024 event.“Louis, an Irishman who lived in Didcot, England, was an experienced competitor at the Manx Grand Prix having made his debut in the 2013 Newcomers A Race, finishing 12th.READ MORE IN SPORT“He recorded his personal best lap speed in the 2019 Junior Race, lapping at an average speed of 114.7mph. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to Louis’s partner Sarah, his family, loved ones, and friends.”Fans took to social media to share their condolences.One wrote: “R.I.P mate. Our thoughts are with your family, friends and team.”Most read in MotorsportAnother added: “Ride in Peace Louis. Thoughts and prayers to all his family and friends and everyone involved.”A third said: “So sad. Deepest condolences to his family and friends and thoughts are with the marshals and medics who attended.”A fourth posted: “That’s dreadful news. My sincere condolences to the family and friends that Louis has so suddenly left behind. May he rest peacefully.”The Grand Prix is due to run until next Monday.Last year’s event was hit by two tragedies as Gary Vines, 33, and Ian Bainbridge, 69, passed away following separate crashes. More

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    Man Utd hit with fresh injury blow as star’s stunning Wag shows picture of defender hobbling in CRUTCHES

    MANCHESTER UNITED’s injury woes have deepened thanks to Victor Lindelof.The Red Devils are already in the midst of a defensive crisis thanks to injuries to Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia and newboy Leny Yoro.Erik ten Hag is currently managing a defensive crisisCredit: REXVictor Lindelof is the latest Red Devil in the treatment roomCredit: GETTYLindelof’s wife, Maja, posted a video of him hobbling on crutchesCredit: INSTAGRAM@MAJANILSSONLINDELOFVictor and Maja have been married for five yearsCredit: VOGUE SCANDINAVIANBut Lindelof’s name has been added to the list of the walking wounded at Old Trafford.The centre-back’s wife, Maja Nilsson, shared a video of her crocked hubby using crutches on her Instagram story.Her caption emblazoned across the image read: “Doing everything in slow motion these days.”United have yet to give any indication as to what injury Lindelof is suffering from.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Sweden defender was, however, blighted by hamstring and groin injuries last season – in which he missed 22 matches for club and country.Lindelof’s injury has somewhat been offset by the summer arrivals of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui.United kicked off the new Premier League season on Friday night with a 1-0 win over Fulham.An 87th-minute winner from £36.5million signing Joshua Zirkzee got the Red Devils up and running for the season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMan Utd ratings vs Fulham as new boys shine… but Mount and Amad struggleDEBUTANT Joshua Zirkzee was the hero for Manchester United in an evening where their new guns showed what they are all about.The Dutchman had to remain patient for his opportunity but he took it brilliantly once he came on the pitch.Zirkzee came on for Mason Mount on the hour mark and had been quiet up until his pivotal moment.Ten Hag will take positives from the display and it was his astute sub which led to the winner as his side got their season off to a flyer.Here is how SunSport’s Phil Thomas rated the Red Devils display…Andre Onana – 6Made an outstanding early tip over from Kenny Tete and was rarely seriously troubled beyond that.Noussair Mazraoui – 7A pretty impressive debut from the Moroccan. Looks assured on the ball, gets forward in support and can put a foot in.Harry Maguire – 7Dominant and commanding in defence, but embarrassingly booked for diving at the other end. Really Harry, even you?Lisandro Martinez – 6Skinned by Adama Traore early. Showed all his defensive guile in how he handled him after that, and got back superbly to deny a breakaway goal.Diogo Dalot – 6Had his hands full dealing with Traore’s pace, but knocked in a couple of wicked curling crosses at the other end.Casemiro – 7Headed over then shot over, but two great passes put Fernandes clean through. Often looked United’s most likely source of a goal.Kobbie Mainoo – 8So crisp, so tidy, so rarely wastes a pass. Another near-flawless, if not exactly flair-packed, display from the youngster. Fizzed a shot just wide, too.Mason Mount – 5So desperate to do well, which earned him an early booking. Only Leno’s legs denied him the goal his effort deserved.Amad Diallo – 5Made one marvellous mazy run into the box, although the tumble to ground that followed wasn’t so impressive.Marcus Rashford – 6Still nowhere near the star of two years ago, but another step in the right direction at least. Some way to get yet, though.Bruno Fernandes – 7Fluffed two great chances, driving at keeper Leno’s legs twice when Casemiro put him through, but sprayed passes around and started the move for the winner.SubsAlejandro Garnacho (for Diallo, 60mins) – 6Put a spark in United when he came off the bench and teed up the winner.Joshua Zirkzee (for Mount, 60 mins) – 7The debut he dreamed of. Barely had a touch, but then fed the ball wide and stuck out his left foot to jab the winner.Matthijs de Ligt – (for Mazraoui, 81 mins) – 5Was only on for the last ten minutes and looked solid although he did not have too much to doJonny Evans (for Maguire, 81 mins) – 5Scott McTominay (for Mainoo, 84 mins) – 5Manager Erik ten Hag said: “It’s just [the] first game. But it’s good to strengthen the belief, confidence in the team.”But it’s not only the win but also the performance that’s OK.Fans stunned by ‘insane’ giant screens in bar showing Man Utd game and ask ‘are you sure you’re not in Old Trafford'”And, I have seen many spaces where we can, and where we have to, improve.”But that’s normal, first game of the season.” More