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    Forgotten Premier League stars star in hilarious The Office remake as fans say ‘best thing I’ve seen all day’

    THREE forgotten Premier League stars have starred in Real Betis’ remake of The US Office.Former Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin was featured in the video that celebrated Aitor Ruibal signing a new contract at the LaLiga outfit.Hector Bellerin appeared in Real Betis’ social media videoCredit: Twitter @RealBetisFormer West Ham man Pablo Fornals was also featuredCredit: Twitter @RealBetisGoalkeeper Adrian made a hilarious cameoCredit: Twitter @RealBetisThe video was a parody of The US OfficeCredit: Twitter @RealBetisBellerin, 29, had many appearances in the video as he could be seen heating a door handle with a torch and wearing a bandana.The first clip is a reference to the character Dwight Schrute preparing to hold a mock fire alarm.The second is Bellerin pretending to be Steve Carell’s character, Michael Scott, doing his ‘Prison Mike’ impersonation.The video also features ex-Liverpool and West Ham goalkeeper Adrian as well as former Hammer Pablo Fornals.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe pair both had more simple roles than Bellerin as they appeared to just be doing office work.Fans loved the video as they reacted on social media.One posted: “And this is why Betis are my Spanish team.”A second wrote: “This is the best thing I have seen all day.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third commented: “Betis way of announcing Aitor Ruibal’s contract extension is the best thing you will see all day.”A fourth said: “What a work of art.”Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese modelThe video was made to announce Aitor Ruibal’s contract extensionCredit: Twitter @RealBetisFans claimed it was the ‘best video’ in football historyCredit: Twitter @RealBetisAnother added: “These guys just made the best video in the history of football.”The video ended with Ruibal replicating the famous scene in which Michael Scott tries to parkour around the office of Dunder Mifflin.Bellerin joined Betis in 2023 after a stint at Spanish giants Barcelona.He signed for the Catalonian outfit in 2022 from Arsenal, having already spent a season on loan at Betis.Fornals joined the club in January from West Ham and has already scored three goals for the club in LaLiga.He is playing under his former Hammers boss, Manuel Pellegrini, who has been in charge of the Seville-based club since 2020.Adrian signed for Betis as a free agent in the summer after he was released from Liverpool after five seasons.Former West Ham and Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini is the Betis coachCredit: GettyWho are these famous footballers? More

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    Man Utd star Garnacho ‘likes’ Cristiano Ronaldo criticism of Ten Hag as fans say he’ll ‘be out of the squad tomorrow’

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans reckon Erik ten Hag will DROP Alejandro Garnacho after he gets wind of his recent social media activity.Eagle-eyed Red Devils supporters spotted that the winger liked an Instagram post including Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest scathing rant about his former manager.Cristiano Ronaldo launched a blistering attack on Erik ten Hag before leaving Manchester UnitedCredit: AFPAlejandro Garnacho recently liked an Instagram post including Ronaldo’s latest criticism of Ten HagRed Devils fans reckon Ten Hag could punish Garnacho by dropping himCredit: REXAnd many of the Old Trafford faithful believe the Argentina international could be set for a stint on the sidelines once Ten Hag is informed of his antics.One United supporter wrote: “He wants problems.”Another said: “Boy’s getting benched indefinitely now.”And another said: “Hopefully Garnacho gets sold.”READ MORE UNITED NEWSOne remarked: Good, we’ll see more of [Amad] Diallo now.”Another chimed in: “Garnacho liked it. My brother will be out of the squad tomorrow.”Garnacho is no stranger to liking critical Ten Hag content, liking a number of posts slamming his gaffer after he was subbed in United’s 2-2 draw with Bournemouth in April.But his liking of Ronaldo’s rant could land him in real hot water with the former Ajax manager.Most read in FootballRonaldo’s second stint at Old Trafford ended prematurely following a public bust-up with his former manager, who he slammed in a tell-all interview with Sun columnist Piers Morgan.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd the Portuguese has once again taken aim at the under-fire Dutchman, telling former team-mate Rio Ferdinand: “Manchester, they need to rebuild everything, in my opinion.“The coach, they say they cannot compete to win the League and Champions League.Tactical analysis of Man Utd star Manuel Ugarte“[As] Manchester United coach, you cannot say that you’re not going to fight to win the League or Champions League.“You have to be, to mentally say, ‘Listen, maybe we don’t have that potential, but I cannot say that.'”We’re going to try. You have to try.'”Ronaldo, 39, reckons Ten Hag must heed the advice of former players, including new assistant coach Ruud van Nistelrooy, if he’s to have any chance of turning the club’s fortunes around.The five-time Ballon d’Or winner said: “If Ten Hag listens to Ruud, maybe he can [help himself].”I think it can help a lot because he knows the club and the club should listen (to) the guys who were there.“You [Rio] or Roy Keane or Paul Scholes or Gary Neville, whatever, Sir Alex Ferguson.Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United in the wake of his explosive interview with Piers MorganCredit: TalkTV”You cannot, you cannot rebuild a club without knowledge. “Not guys who work in [the] office. They understand.“The people who understand the football, it was, 99 per cent is the people who were there in the dressing room.”They know how to deal with the players. It’s the people who understand these things.“So I believe that Ruud is going to help because he was inside the club. He knows the club. He knows the fans.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If the coach listens to him, I think they can improve a little bit the club.”United will be back in action on Saturday afternoon, travelling to St Mary’s to take on Southampton. More

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    ‘Proud’ David Beckham shares adorable school photos of daughter Harper and she looks unrecognisable

    DAVID BECKHAM proudly showed off some incredible throwback photos of daughter Harper as he flaunted his Emmy.The former Manchester United and England captain received the prestigious gong this week for his hit “Beckham” documentary on Netflix.David Beckham’s hit Netflix documentary recently won an EmmyCredit: ALAMYBecks showed off the prestigious gong on his InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@DAVIDBECKHAMThe 49-year-old posed with the award in front of some incredible throwbacks of his familyCredit: INSTAGRAM@DAVIDBECKHAMThe four-part show won the Emmy for the best Documentary or Nonfiction Series.David, 49, was over the moon at the doc’s scooping of the award after it received five nominations.Along with a series of snaps of the gold gong, he wrote on Instagram: “Safely back in Office.”Still can’t believe we won an EMMY.”READ MORE SPORTS NEWSA “proud” as punch Becks then shared a photo of himself posing with the award in front of framed pictures of his kids and wife Victoria to his Instagram story on Tuesday.And on display were some adorable school photos of Harper.The photos showed Harper throughout the years as she beamed in her annual school pictures.Harper, 13, was closer to a spitting image of her superstar dad when she was younger.Most read in FootballBut she’s started to look like her Spice Girl mum, Victoria, as she’s grown older.Just last week, fans of the Beckhams were blown away by Harper’s resemblance to her mum after she posted a snap of them on holiday to her Instagram.Incredible unseen footage from David and Victoria Beckham’s £1m weddingOne of Harper’s 163,000 followers wrote: “They look more like sisters than mother and daughter!”Another said: “She has Victoria’s face.”Harper looks unrecognisable to her old school photosCredit: Instagram @victoriabeckham More

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    Elle Brooke reveals weird act men want her to do to them and says ‘it’s my dream job but it’s illegal’

    ELLE BROOKE has discovered her dream job – but too bad it’s illegal. The adult film star is inundated with bizarre requests from her fans, followers and OnlyFans subscribers. Elle Brooke is inundated with weird requests from her fansCredit: @ellebrookeukSome even ask her to punch themCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledongBrooke is a star of Misfits BoxingCredit: GettyAnd some even offer to pay the Misfits Boxing champion huge sums to beat them up. It would mean Brooke getting to dish out the punches and not have to worry about getting any back. But her biggest opponent standing in the way of the perfect job is the law. Brooke, 26, told SunSport with a laugh: “I actually have people ask me to like punch them for so much money.READ MORE ON ELLE BROOKE”And I’m like, ‘Do you know what? I’m in the wrong job, that sounds like way easier money than me getting punched.'”I can just beat up men. I’d love to do that. I actually looked into it and it’s also against the law. “You can’t consent to, like, assault and battery, so I can’t, unfortunately. I would love to, that’s my dream job.”Brooke is one of the faces of Misfits Boxing, co-founded by YouTuber-turned-fighter KSI and his manager Mams Taylor. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNames from the social media, TV, MMA and boxing world are welcomed in celebrity-style crossover bouts. Brooke has four wins, one loss and a draw in her six bouts after judges failed to split her and Paige VanZant, 30, in her last fight. Talks for a rematch broke down with Brooke now facing former bare-knuckle boxer Jenny “Savage” Clausius on Saturday in Newcastle. But it will mark her last bout till at least next year with a well-earned break on the horizon. Brooke said: “After this fight, I’m going to have a bit more time off because three fights in nine months, that is pretty active.”That is super active. So I’m not going to fight until next year now. After this fight, I’m gonna have a little bit of time off.”As much as I love the boxer lifestyle, I love having abs and being skinny and waking up feeling good, I’m not hungover, I do need a holiday and I need a break in terms of for the last three fights, I’ve always had an next opponent and a date.”I wanna have at least a couple of months where I’m not thinking about the next person.”Paige VanZant was dropped by Elle BrookeCredit: @thedumbledong More

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    Former Juventus and Bayern Munich star Douglas Costa joins OnlyFans just days after surprise transfer to Sydney FC

    FANS wonder if Douglas Costa will show what’s he’s got Down Under – after the star joined Sydney FC AND OnlyFans in a shock double move.But the former Juventus and Bayern Munich winger explained he’s not linking up with the adult site for the usual explicit reasons.Sydney FC say Douglas Costa may be the A-League’s best ever signingCredit: GettyPaige VanZant is another top athlete to join the subscription websiteCredit: InstagramMadelene Wright raked in huge sums on OnlyFansCredit: instagram / @madelene_wrightA-Leaguers Sydney have unveiled the former Brazil star, 33, as a marquee signing.But it’s unlikely he’ll be doing any unveiling on OnlyFans.Instead the ex-LA Galaxy man will use the subscription site to promote his status as a “brand ambassador” for elite athletes.A string of other sporting celebrities have opened OnlyFans accounts – for varying reasons.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSTennis bad-boy Nick Kyrgios promised “it’s all on the table” when he signed up last year – including “gaming, tattoos, my intimate side”.MMA icon Paige VanZant has amassed more than 1.3million likes for her exclusive content on the often X-rated site.English footballer Madelene Wright told SunSport she raked in more than £500,000 from just her first year on OnlyFans.And Team GB’s Olympic bronze-winning swimmer Jack Laugher also revealed he has been cashing in on the way to splashing wins.Most read in FootballYorkshire swimmer Jack Laugher is also on OnlyFansCredit: Instagram @jacklaugherFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCosta launched his account on August 8 – and so far it’s FREE.At the moment it contains just a handful of photos from his footballing career and a video of him boxing.Football icons’ strange hobbiesBut he promised to “create exclusive content for my fans they will not be able to see on any other social network” – to make a “big difference”.In a statement to The Sydney Morning Herald, he added: “I decided to join OnlyFans because I believe in the credibility of the company and its potential for global reach.”Overall, this alliance has everything to be very interesting and successful. “The segment in which OnlyFans seeks to have athletes as brand ambassadors has a great impact on the market.”I am more than happy to be part of it, especially as one of the pioneers in the football segment.”Meanwhile, Sydney are cock-a-hoop to recruit such a famous name, someone who has won the Bundesliga and Serie A three times apiece.Club coach Ufuk Talay claimed it was “exciting to be able to attract” a player of his “calibre”.Talay said. “He is a world-class talent with 24 career trophies.”His experience and knowledge will be a positive influence on the playing group.”Sydney chairman Scott Barlow went even further in his Costa assessment.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe raved: “He is one of the most high-profile footballers to ever play on these shores and the eyes of the football world will be on Sydney FC and the A-League this season.”The club’s two other international signings are both midfielders – uncapped Brazilian Leo Sena, 28, and  26-year-old Anas Ouahim, who played for Morocco Under-23s.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Former Premier League star shares beach pic with stunning bikini-clad wife… then savages troll in brutal five word blast

    RAPHINHA showed off a beach break with his bikini-clad wife as he tore into trolls.The Barcelona winger shared loving photos as he relaxed with a smile and ravaged critics with some brutal comebacks.Many fans reckon pictures speak louder to trolls than wordsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/raphinha/Raphinha and Natalia Rodrigues are one of Brazilian sport’s glamour couplesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/raphinha/Raphinha split opinion by deciding to hit back at sad jibesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/raphinha/Raphinha posed in just swim shorts with his arms round Natalia Rodrigues, a childhood friend who he began dating three years ago and wed in February 2022.But followers of the former Leeds hero were divided between praise for his straight-talking and shock that he took time out to deal with “keyboard warriors”.One of the strangest pieces of abuse faced by Raphinha was this message: “I’m not ugly I just don’t have money.”But the 68-cap Brazilian responded with: “You ugly even with money.”READ MORE TOP STORIESRaphinha arguably fired into the top corner even more fiercely with another reply.One social media user queried: “What would happen to you if you weren’t a Barca player?”The ex-Rennes and Sporting Lisbon ace retorted: “A lot more man than you, monster.”Prem giants like Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United have been linked with Raphinha since he switched from Elland Road to Barca in July 2022.Most read in FootballRaphinha’s partner Rodrigues is a huge star onlineCredit: Instagram @taia_belloliBut the Spanish giants have generally insisted he is not for sale.And in fact transfer talk over the 27-year-old faded dramatically over the last summer.Who are these famous footballers?FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNow the main speculation is over why Raphinha has engaged with sad comments online.One fan wrote: “Why is he entertaining keyboard warriors.”Watch Raphinha PUNCH Marcos Alonso’s seat repeatedly in meltdown after Barcelona star is subbed against Man UtdRaphinha joined Barcelona from Leeds two years agoCredit: RexAnother said of the “ugly” flare-up: “The crazy thing is Raphinha is handsome so makes no senseA third observer handed out this advice: “Raphinha should stop replying and just enjoy life.”And a fourth put snide remarks down to jealousy.He posted: “Raphinha is living there dream lives playing for one of the biggest clubs in the world making 6 figures weekly lol whilst they do nothing but hate.”Meanwhile, the superstar is recuperating on the international break with his partner Natalia.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd many of his fans reckon the 25-year-old Instagram star is the only person who should be an influencer on him when it comes to online views.Rodrigues starting dating the footballer in 2021 and wed the next yearCredit: Instagram / @taia_rodriguessShe has been known as the fashionista of the Brazilian WAGsCredit: Instagram / @taia_rodriguessNatalia shares exotic fans with her army of online followersCredit: Instagram @taia_belloliNatalia has known Raphinha since childhoodCredit: Instagram / @taia_rodriguess More

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    England pay touching tribute to Sven Goran-Eriksson with minute’s applause at Wembley and emotional video

    ENGLAND paid a touching tribute to Sven-Goran Eriksson ahead of their win over Finland.The former Three Lions manager passed away in August after being diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer.Sven-Goran Eriksson was remembered before England’s clash with FinlandCredit: ITVKevin Campbell, Tommy Banks and Craig Shakespeare were also honouredCredit: ITVLee Carsley was one of many to applaud the SwedeCredit: ITVThe Swede was remembered by the national team with an emotional video.The social media video showed Eriksson’s best moments from his five years in charge of England.This included the iconic 5-1 win over Germany in Munich back in 2001 in which Michael Owen netted a hat-trick.Eriksson spoke in the video as he outlined how “proud” he was to have been the England manager.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe said: “I felt at home at once and that helps the relationship with the players and the country.”Inside Wembley Stadium, Eriksson’s picture was shown on the big screens for fans to pay tribute.And emotional fans took part in a minute’s round of applause.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThis included the current England interim manager, Lee Carsley, and players.Most read in FootballFrank Lampard, who handed Harry Kane his golden cap, also visibly applauded his former coach.Sven-Goran Eriksson filmed his heartbreaking final goodbye alone – and his emotional message left film crew in tearsSVEN’S AMAZING CAREER1977 – Having played football professionally in Sweden, Sven-Goran Eriksson kicked off his managerial career with Swedish side Degerfors.2000 – He guided Lazio to the Serie A title to become one of the hottest coaches in the world.2001 – Following the resignation of Kevin Keegan, he was appointed England’s next permanent manager in February 2001. He oversaw 66 games with the Three Lions, winning 39 and losing just 12.2002 – Eriksson led England to the 2002 World Cup with the likes of Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes and David Beckham in his squad. The Three Lions were knocked out in the quarter-finals.2004 – The legendary manager also led the Three Lions to Euro 2004, but they were knocked out of the quarter-finals to Portugal.2006 – Eriksson led England to another World Cup, his final tournament in charge, before resigning.2007 – The Swede took charge of Manchester City a year after leaving the England job and oversaw 45 games.2010 – Having coached Mexico, Ivory Coast and Notts County after parting ways with Man City, Erikson took charge of Leicester and saved them from relegation. Following his time with the Foxes he went on to manage China and Philippines.2024 – In January 2024, Eriksson announced he had been diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. Three months later, he fulfilled a lifelong dream of managing Liverpool in a legends match at Anfield, before passing away in August.The matchday programme was also dedicated to the former Manchester City and Lazio manager.Eriksson managed England between 2001 and 2006, having taken over the job from Kevin Keegan.He took charge of England for three major tournaments, each time ending at the quarter-final stage.Euro 2004 and the World Cup in 2006 both ended with a penalty shootout heartbreak to Portugal.England followed up the tributes with a brilliant display to dispatch Finland 2-0.Kane bagged himself a brace on his 100th appearance for his nation to take his tally to 68 goals.SVEN’S ENGLAND RECORD – 2001-2006Matches 67Wins 40Draws 17Losses 10Win percentage 59.7World Cup 2002Lost 2-1 to Brazil in quarter-finalEuros 2004Lost on penalties to Portugal in quarter-finalWorld Cup 2006Lost on penalties to Portugal in quarter-final More

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    Chelsea legend’s daughter sends fans wild in black see-through lingerie as they say ‘how can you be so wonderful?’

    JADE LEBOUEF has stunned her fans with her latest post on Instagram.The daughter of Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf wowed as she posed in classy outfit for her followers.Jade Leboeuf has stunned on her Instagram once againCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe French influencer is regularly wowing her fansCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufJade paired some flowing cream trousers with black lingerie for the photoshoot.She posted the snaps alongside a thoughtful caption that read: “True strength lies in the gentleness with which we face life.”Being both tender and powerful is where all the magic lies.”Her fans were blown away by her words, but even more taken aback by the snaps themselves.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMany rushed to the comments section to shower her with compliments.One wrote: “Always gorgeous and classy!”While another added: “You are perfect”.A third asked: “How can you be so wonderful?”Most read in FootballAnd a fourth gushed: “You are so beautiful Jade”.Jade has amassed a huge number of adoring fans with her social media stardom and is regularly sharing posts that send her followers into a frenzy.Chelsea legend’s daughter cheekily shows off her bum in bold outfit as stunned fans say ‘excuse me?’ The 33-year-old boasts over 235,000 followers on Instagram and is no stranger to a racy picture.Most recently she risked an Instagram ban while posing in a white top for her followers. While she sent her fans into a meltdown with a snap of her wearing some lace lingerie back in July.Jade is married to French reality TV personality Stephane Rodrigues and the pair have a three year old son together.Dad Frank earned himself an impressive 50 caps for his country and was part of their 1998 World Cup winning squad.At club level he made over 200 appearances for Chelsea and picked up two FA Cups in the process.Take a look inside Jade’s glamorous life…Jade is followed by nearly a quarter of a million peopleCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe is always driving her fans madCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe French national works as a modelCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe was used to the limelight from an early age as the daughter of Chelsea legend Frank LeboeufCredit: Instagram @jadeleboeufJade is always showing off her fashion senseCredit: instagram @jade_leboeufShe’s not afraid to wear bold looksCredit: jade_leboeuf/instagramHer fans are always complimenting her looksCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer father Frank played for Chelsea from 1996 to 2001Credit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHe was also a World Cup winner with France in 1998, giving him legendary status in his home countryCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufJade is now making her own way on social mediaCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeuf More